The Pelham Record

Marvin Junkin

Mayor · seen 2018-12-01 to 2026-09-16 · served 2014–2018, 2018–2022, 2022–2026

59substantive motions movedof 336 meetings the minutes record them at
22procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
49substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
9meetings recorded absentof 336 they were on the record for
508–11recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

Vote count and office as published by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2022 municipal election results (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Everything else on this page is read from Pelham’s own minutes.

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How they voted, where it was recorded (519) — most recent 40 shown

Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting January 28, 2026
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive report 2026-0008 Recreation “MCC Solar Panel Financial and Operational Update,” for information; AND THAT Council direct staff to proceed with Option #2 – Direct Award to BME.
Against · 4–3 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting October 1, 2025
THAT the second clause be amended to add Option 1 – Keep the existing pool at Marlene Stewart Streit Park and renovate to extend its life.
For · 4–3 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 5, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report #2024-0133 Status of Cannabis Zoning By-law Amendment; AND THAT Council direct staff to initiate a technical process to amend the Comprehensive Zoning By-law to incorporate…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the July 5, 2023, Regular meeting of Council be adopted, as circulated. For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the delegation from Marc Korchok regarding the proposed urban hens by-law, for information.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report #2023-0152 - Backyard Hen Licensing By-law, for information; AND THAT Council direct Planning and By-law Staff to prepare the Licensing By-law to permit, regulate and license…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the delegation from Christyna Prokipchuk regarding 2023 STEPPE UP Fundraising Cycling Event for Ukraine, for information.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following minutes be adopted as printed, circulated and read: 1. C-12/2023 - Regular Council Meeting - June 21, 2023 For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report #2023-0156 – Port Robinson Road Traffic Study, for information; AND THAT a digital speed indicator sign be installed on Port Robinson Road between Station Street and Rice Road.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
THAT item 9.5.2 Niagara Peninsula Conservation Authority Agreement for Services with Municipalities be
For · 4–3 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Town of Pelham, having given due consideration to the following By-law do now read a first, second and third time and do pass same, and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the next portion of the meeting be closed to the public in order to consider the following: (a) the security of the property of the municipality or local board (1 item: Ward One);
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adjourn the In Camera Session and that Council do now Rise with Report; AND THAT the Chief Administrative Officer be and is hereby authorized to undertake the directions provided during…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council appoint the following individual to the Pelham Seniors Advisory Committee: 1. Tahlia Bolibruck AND THAT Council direct the Town Clerk to prepare and present the necessary appointment by-law…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report # 2023-0159 – Proposed Increase to Staff Complement in the RCW Department, 2023 - 2025, for information;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
THAT Committee receive Report #2023-151 – Recommendation Report for Draft Plan of Subdivision and Zoning By-law Amendment for information as it pertains to File Nos. 26T19-01- 2023 and AM-03-2023;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following By-law be read a first, second and third time and passed: Being a By-law No. 42-2023 to Adopt, Ratify and Confirm the proceedings of Council of the Town of Pelham at its Regular Meeting…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting July 5, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT this Regular Meeting of Council be adjourned until the next regular meeting scheduled for July 26, 2023, at 9:00am.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the June 21, 2023 Regular meeting of Council be adopted, as circulated. For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the delegation from Ivan Fredette of Safe Tree regarding oak wilt, for information; AND THAT Council forward to the appropriate Advisory Committee to review and provide input on…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the 2023 Pelham Road Needs Study and Pavement Condition Index presentation from Shila Khanal, Senior Pavement Engineer at Applied Research Associated Inc., for information.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following minutes be adopted as printed, circulated and read: 1. C-11/2023 - Regular Council Meeting - June 7, 2023 For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Consent Agenda items as listed on the June 21, 2023 Council Agenda be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved: 8.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the verbal update from Councillor Eckhardt regarding the Pelham Active Transportation Committee, for information.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report #2023-133 Release of Interest in Road Allowance – Orchard Hill Road, for information;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
THAT Council direct staff to bring a Procedural By- law amendment to remove the mandatory recorded votes on all resolutions, unless requested by a Member of Council.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report #2023-0103 – eScribe Vote Manager Module, for information; AND THAT Council direct staff to continue with the status quo without utilizing the eScribe Vote Manager Module.
For · 6–1 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report # 2023-0143 Cream Street Culvert Replacement Budget Exceedance, for information;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report #2023-0148 -Revised Purchase Card Policy S402-01, for information; AND THAT Council approve revised Purchase Card Policy S402-01.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Town of Pelham, having given due consideration to the following By-law do now read a first, second and third time and do pass same, and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the next portion of the meeting be closed to the public in order to consider a matter under Section 239 (2) of the Municipal Act, as follows: (b) - personal matters about an identifiable individual…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council adjourn the In Camera Session and that Council do now Rise: With Report For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink, Councillor…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council appoint the following individual in ex-officio, advisory capacity to the Pelham Active Transportation Committee: 1.
For · 7–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 21, 2023
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following By-law be read a first, second and third time and passed: Being a By-law No. 39-2023 to Adopt, Ratify and Confirm the proceedings of Council of the Town of Pelham at its Regular Meeting…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act June 14, 2023
THAT the agenda for the June 14, 2023, Public Meeting Under the Planning Act, Special Meeting of Committee of the Whole, be adopted as amended.
For · 4–0 · Carried
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act June 14, 2023
THAT Committee receive Report # 2023-0138 Statutory Public Meeting Section 26(3) of the Planning Act, Town of Pelham Official Plan Review, for information.
For · 4–0 · Carried
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act June 14, 2023
THAT Committee receive the consultant’s presentation for information. For (4): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink, and Councillor Shellee Niznik
For · 4–0 · Carried
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act June 14, 2023
THAT Committee receive the written correspondence as listed on the agenda; AND THAT Committee receive the verbal presentations made by the public.
For · 4–0 · Carried
Public Meeting Under the Planning Act June 14, 2023
THAT this Special Committee of the Whole, Public Meeting Under the Planning Act, be adjourned. For (4): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink, and Councillor Shellee Niznik
For · 4–0 · Carried
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting June 7, 2023
THAT the agenda be amended to move item 10.2.6 until after closed-session. For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink, Councillor Kevin Ker, Councillor Shellee…
For · 7–0 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (9)

Town of Pelham Regular Council MeetingApril 22, 2026
Town of Pelham Regular Council MeetingDecember 17, 2025
Town of Pelham Regular Council MeetingJanuary 10, 2024
Special Committee of the WholeNovember 29, 2023
Town of Pelham Regular Council MeetingSeptember 20, 2023
Town of Pelham Regular Council MeetingSeptember 6, 2023
Special Meeting of CouncilMay 31, 2021
Special Meeting of CouncilFebruary 25, 2021
Special Meeting of CouncilFebruary 24, 2021

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 59)

THAT the motion be amended to include: AND THAT Council support the request from the Ontario Plowmen’s Association by providing staff resources, either through direct or in-kind labour, to assist with the planning and delivery of the 2025 International Plowing Match, to be held in Niagara in the fall of 2025, up to a maximum value of $10,000.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, August 6, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the 2025 International Plowing Match and Rural Expo presentation from Chris Freure, Director of Operations and Partnerships, for information; AND THAT Council support the request from the Ontario Plowmen’s Association by providing staff resources, either through direct or in-kind labour, to assist with the planning and delivery of the 2025 International Plowing
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, August 6, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the President of the United States has issued tariffs that may result in increased costs for goods and services, creating significant economic challenges for municipalities across Canada; AND WHEREAS the Town of Pelham must exercise fiscal responsibility and operate within the approved 2025 operating and capital budget to maintain financial stability; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Coun
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, April 16, 2025 · Carried
THAT Council hire an external planning consultant for the cannabis zoning by-law amendment.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, June 5, 2024 · Defeated
WHEREAS there is a growing need for sustainable and environmentally friendly energy solutions; AND WHEREAS solar energy presents a viable avenue for reducing carbon emissions, alleviating energy costs, and generating revenue for the Meridian Community Centre (MCC), thereby offsetting operating costs, and advancing Council’s green agenda; AND WHEREAS Council identified Environmental and Climate Ada
THAT Council reduce the proposed development increase to 20% total for each development charge category over the 5 year-phase in.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, March 6, 2024 · Defeated
WHEREAS Council for the Town of Pelham supports pedestrian safety and is dedicated to enhancing walkability and active transportation throughout the Town; AND WHEREAS the existing sidewalk along Canboro Road between the Villages of Fonthill, Ridgeville, and Fenwick is not continuous; NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council direct staff to prepare a report addressing the cost and feasibility of c
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, December 6, 2023 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED That Council receive the delegation from Terry Molkski, President of the Fonthill Platform Tennis Club regarding a request for lease renewal, for information. For (7): Mayor Marvin Junkin, Councillor Bob Hildebrandt, Councillor Wayne Olson, Councillor John Wink, Councillor Kevin Ker, Councillor Shellee Niznik, and Councillor Brian Eckhardt
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, March 22, 2023 · Carried
WHEREAS the Corporation of the Town of Pelham has enacted a Naming of Corporate Assets Policy (S201-03) to govern the process of naming significant municipal assets such as parks, open spaces, facilities, street and other municipal buildings or properties after groups or individuals who have positively contributed or represented the Town of Pelham; AND WHEREAS the late Jane Haist, longtime residen
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, June 20, 2022 · Carried
WHEREAS an erosion condition present at the Headwaters of the Twelve Mile Creek has been deemed critical by experts in fish and fish habitat; AND WHEREAS there is significant potential for increased damage to said Headwaters as a result of heavy rains; AND WHEREAS Council for the Town of Pelham is desirous to expeditiously move forward to find solutions to resolve this erosion problem; AND WHEREAS
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, April 19, 2021 · Carried
WHEREAS Council for the Town of Pelham recently approved hard surfacing along the Steve Bauer Trail between 1106 Line Avenue and Port Robinson Road, AND WHEREAS it is recognized that the Minimum Maintenance Standards (MMS) and Pelham’s Winter Operations Policy provide that paved sidewalks and multi-use paths are cleared of snow and ice, however due to the fact that the Steve Bauer Trail is a recre
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, April 6, 2021 · Carried
That the Motion be amended by striking the final paragraph, which reads: "and further that before the report is brought to Council, all technical information be provided to Trout Unlimited for their review and comment." For Against Marvin Junkin X Lisa Haun X Wayne Olson X Marianne Stewart X John Wink X Results 5 0
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, November 2, 2020 · Carried
THAT this project be placed on hold for 4 months; and THAT staff be directed to release a Request for Proposals for a design-build project to seek interest for this reconstruction initiative.
Special Committee of the Whole, March 23, 2020 · Carried
THAT the date and time of the Gypsy Moth Public Meeting be amended from October 15th at 5:30 pm to October 23rd at 6:30 pm to be held at the Meridian Community Centre, Accursi Room.
Policy and Priorities, September 3, 2019 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the October 10th, 2017 Special Meeting of Council be adopted as circulated.
Special Meeting of Council, October 10, 2017 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole receive the October 2, 2017 Human Resources Monthly Report, for information.
Special Committee of the Whole, October 2, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following By-law be read a first, second and third time and passed: Being a By-law No. 3926(2017) to Adopt, Ratify and Confirm the proceedings of Council of the Town of Pelham at its Regular Meeting held on the 2nd day of October, 2017.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, October 2, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the September 18, 2017 Regular meeting of Council be adopted, as circulated.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, September 18, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the agenda for the September 11, 2017 Special Meeting of Council be adopted as circulated.
Special Meeting of Council, September 11, 2017 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole receive the September 5, 2017 Fire & By-law Services Monthly Report ,for information.
Special Committee of the Whole, September 5, 2017 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole receive the September 5th, 2017 Chief Administrative Officer's Monthly Report, for information.
Special Committee of the Whole, September 5, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Special Council meeting of August 21, 2017 do now reconvene to complete the agenda.
Special Meeting of Council, August 21, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following By-law be read a first, second and third time and passed: Being a By-law No. 3897(2017) to Adopt, Ratify and Confirm the proceedings of Council of the Town of Pelham at its Special Meeting held on the 4th day of July, 2017.
Special Meeting of Council, July 4, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following Consent Agenda items be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved, as applicable: 9.1. Presentation of Recommendations Arising from Special Committee, January 30, 2017 9.1.1. Special Committee, January 30, 2017 Recommendations 9.2. Minutes Approval – Committee 9.2.1. Special Committee Minutes – January 30, 2017 9.4 Action Correspondence of a R
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, February 6, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive correspondence item 9.5.3 - Town of Atikokan resolution, dated January 23, 2017, regarding property taxation on railway right-of- way, be received; and THAT the resolution be
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, February 6, 2017 · Referred
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Communication item #9.5.6 - correspondence from the City of Port Colborne, dated January 30, 2017 - a resolution regarding Fire Safety Messaging; and THAT the resolution be forwarded to the Fire Chief, to be directed to develop a Pelham initiative to address Fire Safety Messaging.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, February 6, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive communications item 9.5.9 - correspondence from Township of Montague, dated December 22, 2016 and a resolution regarding Library Internet, for information.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, February 6, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Communications item #9.5.10 - recommendation from the Pelham Art Festival, requesting the Town to invest in a permanent programmable electronic sign to be installed on Highway 20 for the purpose of advertising Community Centre Events; and THAT it be
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, February 6, 2017 · Referred
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive this Department of Community Planning and Development report for information as it pertains to giving notice of intention to designate 1410 Haist Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act; and THAT Council direct Planning staff to include 1410 Haist Street on the rgister of non-designated properties situated in the municipality that is of cultural heritag
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, February 6, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the Concept Paper ‘Bell Infrastructure on Haist Arena; and THAT Council approve and execute the attached agreement between the Town and Bell, upon approval of the agreement from the Municipal Solicitor.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, January 16, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that Council receive the report, “Capital Budget Request - Tice Road Improvements” for information; and THAT Council approve the capital budget requested funds for Tice Road Corrections.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, January 16, 2017 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT staff be directed to investigate sites that have previously been given a Heritage Designation and plaques created to recognize the designation including Kinsmen House, War House, Comfort House, Pollard House, Flag Pole, Comfort Maple and Maple Acre Library.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, January 9, 2017 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that the Water Management By-law Updates be approved.
Special Committee of the Whole, December 5, 2016 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole receive the November, 2016 Human Resources Report for information.
Special Committee of the Whole, December 5, 2016 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the following Consent Agenda items be received and the recommendations contained therein be approved, as applicable: 9.1 Presentation of Recommendations Arising from COW or P&P for Council Approval 9.1.1 Recommendations Arising from COW-17/2016 – Committee of the Whole, November 7, 2016 BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Recommendations arising from COW-17/2016 – Committee of the Whole, N
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, November 21, 2016 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole receive the October, 2016 Clerk's Department Report for information.
Special Committee of the Whole, November 7, 2016 · Carried
THAT Committee of the Whole receive the October, 2016 Chief Administrative Officer Report for information.
Special Committee of the Whole, November 7, 2016 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive the Inter- Departmental Team presentation on Emergency Preparedness for information.
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, October 17, 2016 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Communication #9.5.1 be received; and THAT the resolution contained therein passed by the Council of the City of Belleville regarding supporting Agricultural Experts be endorsed and supported; and THAT this resolution be forwarded to those listed in the resolution
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, October 17, 2016 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Town of Pelham, having given due consideration to the following By-laws do now read a first, second and third time and do pass same, and THAT the Mayor and Clerk be and are hereby authorized to sign and seal the by-laws: 1. By-Law #3798(2016) - Being a by-law to amend By-law #3578(2015) confirming various appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees of
Town of Pelham Regular Council Meeting, October 17, 2016 · Carried

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