The Shelburne Record

Len Guchardi

Councillor · seen 2023-06-12 to 2026-09-28 · served 2022–2026

76substantive motions movedof 73 meetings the minutes record them at
11procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
136substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
4meetings recorded absentof 73 they were on the record for
9–2recorded 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 Shelburne’s own minutes.

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How they voted, where it was recorded (11)

Regular Council Meeting April 27, 2026
WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Shelburne is committed to principles of transparency, accountability, and open access to information for all residents;
For · 6–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting January 26, 2026
WHEREAS the Town of Shelburne (the “Town”) is a participating municipality in the Shelburne and District Fire Board, which provides fire protection services pursuant to joint arrangements among participating…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting October 6, 2025
Whereas the Province of Ontario filed enabling regulations in December 2019, to prescribe the locations, fines, and signage for municipalities to utilize Automated Speed Enforcement Cameras (ASE) as a tool to address…
For · 5–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting February 10, 2025
WHEREAS the threat of tariffs imposed by the United States on Canadian goods remains open and unsettled; AND WHEREAS federal and provincial leaders have encouraged Canadians to support Canadian businesses;
For · 7–0 · Carried
Committee of Adjustment December 9, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT after considering the application the Committee is satisfied that the request is minor in nature, desirable for the appropriate and continued use of the subject property and maintains the general…
Against · 5–2 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting November 4, 2024
THAT a motion to reconsider the following be brought forward: THAT Council grant relief from winter parking restrictions noted in traffic bylaw #8-1983, as amended by bylaw #25-2012, for the period November 15…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting October 7, 2024
Whereas, the Shephard's Cupboard Food Bank (AKA The Shelburne Food Bank) provides a vital service to individuals and families from all walks of life who are experiencing ever growing food insecurities within our…
For · 6–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting October 7, 2024
THAT staff be directed to refund the organizers their $40,000 donation. For (3): Mayor Mills, Councillor Guchardi, and Councillor Wegener Against (3): Councillor Benotto, Councillor Fegan, and Councillor Sample
For · 3–3 · Lost
Regular Council Meeting July 22, 2024
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Town of Shelburne continue with Funding Option 2 from September 2 to December 31, 2024 for providing weekday GTR Transit in Shelburne;
Against · 1–5 · Lost
Regular Council Meeting January 29, 2024
WHEREAS current provincial-municipal fiscal arrangements are undermining Ontario’s economic prosperity and quality of life WHEREAS nearly a third of municipal spending in Ontario is for services in areas of provincial…
For · 7–0 · Carried
Regular Council Meeting January 29, 2024
WHEREAS the Town of Shelburne supports the Province’s initiative to address the housing crisis by increasing the supply of available housing and is committed to assisting the Province reach its housing targets;
For · 7–0 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (4)

Regular Council MeetingSeptember 22, 2025
Regular Council MeetingMay 26, 2025
Regular Council MeetingMarch 24, 2025
Regular Council MeetingJune 24, 2024

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 76)

BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 37-2026 being a by-law to establish and define the structure of the Shelburne Public Library board be approved.
Regular Council Meeting, September 28, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the minutes from the Regular Council meeting and the Committee of Adjustment meeting held July 13, 2026 be approved as presented and circulated.
Regular Council Meeting, August 24, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the presentation by Shannon McGrady, CEO of the Shelburne Public Library be received as information.
Regular Council Meeting, August 24, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Town of Shelburne supports the resolution from the Town of Orangeville regarding Regional Water Resources and Infrastructure.
Regular Council Meeting, August 24, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT as per section 239(2) of the Municipal Act, subsection (b) to discuss personal matters about an identifiable individual, including municipal or local board employees.
Regular Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the request from the Centre Dufferin District High School for the waiving of fees for Natasha Paterson Pavilion be approved.
Regular Council Meeting, June 1, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives report LS2026-09 for information; AND FURTHER THAT leave be given for the reading and enacting of Bylaw #24-2026 being a bylaw to amend Traffic Bylaw #8-1983, as amended.
Regular Council Meeting, May 25, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Shelburne is committed to principles of transparency, accountability, and open access to information for all residents; AND WHEREAS Freedom of Information (FOI) legislation is a vital tool that enables municipalities, journalists, and the public to access government records and ensure accountability in decision-making; AND WHEREAS the Government of Ontario has in
Regular Council Meeting, April 27, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Memo from S. Burnett & Associates Limited Regarding WPCP Schedule and Timeline Update be received as information.
Regular Council Meeting, April 13, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives report LS 2026-06 from the Director of Legislative Services/Clerk regarding delegation of authority during the potential “Lame Duck” period; AND THAT leave be given for the passing of Bylaw #15-2026, being a bylaw to authorize the delegation of authority to the Chief Administrative Officer for certain acts during a lame duck period after August 21, 2026, nomina
Regular Council Meeting, April 13, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the minutes from the Regular Council meeting held March 9, 2026 be approved as presented and circulated.
Regular Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 13-2026 being a by-law to authorize the Council to execute an agreement between the Corporation of the Town of Shelburne and His Majesty the King as represented by the Minister of Infrastructure be approved.
Regular Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives Report LS2026-04 for information; AND THAT Council adopts the Proclamation and Flag Raising Policy as presented; AND THAT Bylaw #11-2026 is passed being a bylaw to rescind Bylaw #52-2017.
Regular Council Meeting, March 9, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 10-2026 being a By-law to confirm certain proceedings of the Council of the corporation of the Town of Shelburne for its regular council meeting held February 23, 2026 be approved.
Regular Council Meeting, February 23, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the minutes from the Regular Council meeting held December 8, 2025 and the Special Council meeting held December 15, 2025 be approved as presented and circulated.
Regular Council Meeting, January 12, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the legal opinion provided by the Town Solicitor be received as information.
Regular Council Meeting, January 12, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 02-2026 being a by-law to govern the proceedings of the Council of the Town of Shelburne and its Committees be approved.
Regular Council Meeting, January 12, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS Ontario’s Conservation Authorities are essential to watershed management, environmental protection, flood mitigation, and public safety; and WHEREAS Bill 68 proposes significant amendments to the Conservation Authorities Act that would change governance structures, decision-making authority, and municipal participation; and WHEREAS these changes were introduced within an omnibus bill, with
Regular Council Meeting, December 8, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Staff be directed to take the proposed draft budget to a public meeting on November 24, 2025.
Regular Council Meeting, October 27, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the presentation from Gracison Developments Incorporated regarding the request to maintain servicing allocation for 600 Main Street East, Shelburne be received as information; AND THAT Council hereby re-establishes a water and sewer servicing reserve of 43 m3/day for the Stage 1 area for the completion of the residential development of 600 Main Street East, Shelburne as a prior
Regular Council Meeting, October 6, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Town of Shelburne receives the staff report FS 2025-11 with respect to the Municipal Ice Storm Assistance Program (MISA); AND WHEREAS the Municipality of the Town of Shelburne has eligible costs directly linked to the March 2025 ice storm; AND WHEREAS the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Shelburne hereby requests assistance under the Municipal Ice Storm
Regular Council Meeting, October 6, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT By-law 42-2025 being a by-law to appoint Municipal Committee and Board Members for the 2022-2026 Term of Council be approved.
Regular Council Meeting, October 6, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the Province of Ontario filed enabling regulations in December 2019, to prescribe the locations, fines, and signage for municipalities to utilize Automated Speed Enforcement Cameras (ASE) as a tool to address speeding and improve public safety. Whereas the Province’s ASE legislative framework, together with provincial encouragement in 2019, has led municipalities such as Shelburne to imple
Regular Council Meeting, October 6, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receive Report P2025-04 for information regarding proposed Bill 17, the Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 as information; and THAT the staff comments included in Report P2025-04 regarding proposed Bill 17, Protect Ontario by Building Faster and Smarter Act, 2025 be submitted to the Environmental Registry of Ontario in response to the applicable po
Regular Council Meeting, June 2, 2025 · Carried
the Government of Ontario has introduced Bill 5: Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, which proposes substantial changes to environmental planning legislation, including the repeal of the Endangered Species Act and the creation of “Special Economic Zones” that may override local planning authority; And Whereas the Town of Shelburne supports increasing housing supply and economic
Regular Council Meeting, May 12, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the Government of Ontario has introduced Bill 5: Protecting Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, which proposes substantial changes to environmental planning legislation, including the repeal of the Endangered Species Act and the creation of “Special Economic Zones” that may override local planning authority; And Whereas the Town of Shelburne supports increasing housing supply and
Regular Council Meeting, May 12, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the presentation from Dufferin Counting regarding BetterHomes Dufferin be received as information.
Regular Council Meeting, April 28, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT leave be given for the reading and enacting of By-law 19-2025 being a By-law for enabling LIC Home Energy Retrofit Program.
Regular Council Meeting, April 28, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT leave be given for the reading and enacting of By-law 18-2025 being a By-law to confirm certain proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Shelburne for its regular council meeting held April 14, 2025.
Regular Council Meeting, April 14, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT leave be given for the reading and enacting of By-law 14-2025 being a By-law to confirm certain proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Shelburne for its regular council meeting held March 10, 2025.
Regular Council Meeting, March 10, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the minutes from the Regular Council meeting held February 10, 2025 be approved as presented and circulated.
Regular Council Meeting, February 24, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives report FS2025-02 from the Director of Financial Services/Treasurer with respect to the 2024 Council Statement of Remuneration for information.
Regular Council Meeting, February 10, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council of the Town of Shelburne receives report CAO2025-01 420 Victoria Street Update: Sale and Zoning for information; AND THAT given the significant estimated costs and timelines required by the Town to be able to rezone the property to residential, that the zoning remain as Institutional/Commercial/Industrial (ICI) and that no further costs be allocated to property remediat
Regular Council Meeting, January 27, 2025 · Carried
Modhera BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Canada Day Committee Agenda for January 23, 2025 be adopted as presented.
Canada Day Festival Committee, January 23, 2025 · Carried
Modhera BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Canada Day Committee charge food vendors $50.00 for the 2025 Canada Day Event.
Canada Day Festival Committee, January 23, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Canada Day Committee Agenda for January 23, 2025 be adopted as presented.
Canada Day Festival Committee, January 23, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Canada Day Committee charge food vendors $50.00 for the 2025 Canada Day Event.
Canada Day Festival Committee, January 23, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the verbal update from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding the Town of Shelburne delegation regarding a Truck ByPass/Truck Route to Ministry of Transportation at ROMA Conference, January 20, 2025, Toronto be received as information.
Regular Council Meeting, January 13, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council receives the flag raising request from the Dufferin County Canadian Black Association as information.
Regular Council Meeting, January 13, 2025 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED THAT leave be given for the reading and enacting of By-law 51-2024 being a by-law to provide for the levy and collection of rates or taxes required for the Town of Shelburne for the interim levy for the year 2025 and to provide for the mailing of notices demanding payment of taxes for the interim levy for the year 2025 on all classes of property.
Regular Council Meeting, December 9, 2024 · Carried

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