Delight Davoli
Councillor · Ward 1 · seen 2022-11-21 to 2026-08-10 · served 2022–2026
114substantive motions movedof 192 meetings the minutes record them at
35procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
125substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
11meetings recorded absentof 192 they were on the record for
142–48recorded 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 Grimsby’s own minutes.
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How they voted, where it was recorded (190) — most recent 40 shown
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
For · 3–5 · DefeatedResolved that report DCS-26-40, Town of Grimsby Corporate Brand Recommendation, dated August 10, 2026, be received; and 1. That Council approve the proposed Town of Grimsby’s new brand identity, including the logo…
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
For · 7–1 · CarriedResolved that: 1.Town staff undertake a comprehensive review of Grimsby’s stormwater drainage system and identify and map areas experiencing chronic or recurring flooding, including basement flooding, roadway flooding…
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
For · 7–1 · CarriedWhereas the Town of Grimsby experienced significant flooding on July 21, July 27/28, and August 2, 2026; and Whereas Council adopted a new Official Plan on July 13, 2026, establishing a growth framework for a population…
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
For · 8–0 · CarriedResolved that the Council of the Town of Grimsby request that the Province of Ontario review and expand its available disaster assistance programs to better reflect the impacts experienced by residents, businesses…
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
For · 8–0 · CarriedResolved that Council direct staff to investigate the potential of a rebate and/or grant program for flood assistance, including a backflow program, and include any expenses or reserve transfers required in the 2027…
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
For · 8–0 · CarriedResolved that the Council of the Town of Grimsby affirms its strong opposition to any consideration of extending Livingston Avenue beyond the Grimsby GO Station lands; and 1.
Council Meeting July 13, 2026
For · 7–2 · CarriedResolved that report PA-26-26, Envision Grimsby Official Plan Recommendation Report, dated July 13, 2026 be received; and 1.
Council Meeting July 13, 2026
For · 7–2 · CarriedResolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-44 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed. Yes (7): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy…
Council Meeting June 15, 2026
For · 6–3 · CarriedResolved that report FIN-26-18, Canada-Ontario Development Charge Reduction Program (DCRP), dated June 15, 2026 be received; and 1.
Special Council Meeting June 1, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedResolved that Council direct that the height be no more than 6 storeys in the Downtown Neighbourhood, and 4 storeys on Main Street, and Staff provide details of any implications to this change in the final…
Special Council Meeting June 1, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedResolved that Council direct staff to review the downtown employment areas for building heights; and 1. That Council direct staff to review the PMTSA and downtown innovation and incubation (employment) areas.
Council Meeting May 25, 2026
Against · 2–7 · DefeatedWhereas Section 14.1(1) of the Town of Grimsby Procedural By-law 20-65 provides that a Council or Committee Member participating remotely via electronic means “will have the same rights and responsibilities as if…
Council Meeting May 11, 2026
Against · 6–3 · CarriedResolved that Sections 8.5(5)(e) and (f) of the Procedural By-law be waived to permit Kevin Luttjehuizen, Harley Valentine, and Anne Turcic to delegate on the Planning & Development Committee minutes of May 6, 2026.
Council Meeting May 11, 2026
Against · 2–7 · DefeatedWhereas through the Ontario Land Tribunal settlement process, the Town accepted a significant planning compromise for 13 Mountain Street and 19 to 21 Elm Street (OLT-22-003541), including an expansion of the development…
Council Meeting May 11, 2026
For · 5–4 · CarriedResolved that the balance of the minutes from the Planning & Development Committee meeting of May 6, 2026 be approved. Yes (5): Councillor Davoli, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, and Councillor…
Council Meeting May 11, 2026
For · 6–3 · CarriedResolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 26-27 and 26-28, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting April 27, 2026
For · 7–1 · CarriedResolved that the Planning and Development Committee minutes of April 22, 2026 and By-laws 26-27 and 26-28 be
Council Meeting April 27, 2026
Against · 5–3 · CarriedResolved that Council approve the updated Building Permit Fee Schedule to achieve full cost recovery in accordance with the Building Code Act, and approve User Fee Amendment By-law 26-24 attached as Appendix B.
Council Meeting March 23, 2026
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that report CAO-26-04, Niagara Governance Update, dated March 23, 2026 be received; and 1. Whereas the majority of Mayors signed a joint letter stating a commitment to building a governance model that is…
Council Meeting March 23, 2026
Against · 2–7 · DefeatedResolved that Council endorse a reduction in Council size from eight (8) Councillors to six (6) for the 2026 municipal election, and an at-large electoral system if mandated by the Province.
Council Meeting March 23, 2026
For · 7–2 · CarriedResolved that Council endorse a reduction in Council size from eight (8) Councillors to six (6) for the 2026 municipal election and implementing Option 2B or 3 from the 2021 Council Structure and Ward Boundary Review…
Council Meeting March 23, 2026
For · 7–2 · CarriedResolved that the Town Clerk be directed to confirm with the Premier and the Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing that without provincial intervention, the above changes cannot take place until the 2030 election;
Council Meeting March 9, 2026
For · 6–2 · CarriedResolved that the Integrity Commissioner's Report IC-35746-1125 be received; and 1. That Councillor Baradziej's remuneration be suspended for a period of 15 days.
Council Meeting March 9, 2026
For · 6–3 · CarriedResolved that the direction provided in Closed Session regarding GO Transit be approved. Yes (6): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, and Councillor Baradziej No (3)…
Council Meeting February 9, 2026
For · 4–5 · DefeatedWhereas the Town of Grimsby and Fortis Ontario Inc. are shareholders of Niagara Power Incorporated (NPI) and all are parties to a Unanimous Shareholders’ Agreement (USA) with Grimsby Power Incorporated (GPI);
Special Council Meeting December 3, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that the Shared Fire Services Review – Final Recommendation Report, dated December 3, 2025, be received for information; and 1.
Council Meeting December 1, 2025
For · 4–5 · DefeatedWhereas the Town of Grimsby is a shareholder of Niagara Power Incorporated (NPI) and both are parties to a Unanimous Shareholders’ Agreement (USA) together with Grimsby Power Incorporated (GPI) and Fortis Ontario Inc.;
Special Council Meeting November 24, 2025
For · 4–5 · DefeatedResolved that Project #830010 - Home Based Entrepreneurial Hub Promotion - $25,000 be removed from the Operating Project list.
Council Meeting November 17, 2025
For · 7–2 · CarriedResolved that the Rules of Procedure be temporarily suspended by an affirmative vote of two-thirds to discuss Councillor Charrois' motion on Greenbelt reimbursement.
Council Meeting November 17, 2025
Against · 3–6 · DefeatedWhereas the Town of Grimsby continues to face significant financial and operational strain due to the Province’s ongoing and frequent changes to planning legislation and municipal responsibilities;
Council Meeting November 17, 2025
For · 6–2 · CarriedResolved that the direction provided in closed session regarding the 38 Morrison Crescent OLT Update be approved.
Council Meeting November 3, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that report PA-25-38, Grimsby Tourism Strategy, 2026-2031, dated November 3, 2025, be received; and 1. That the Tourism Strategy be endorsed in principle; and 2.
Council Meeting October 20, 2025
Against · 6–2 · CarriedResolved that the Rules of Procedure be temporarily suspended by an affirmative vote of two-thirds to discuss Councillor Freake's motion regarding the removal of GPI/NPI reporting to the Finance Committee.
Against · 3–6 · Defeated
Council Meeting October 6, 2025
For · 5–4 · CarriedWhereas transparency and accountability are foundational to the decision-making of Council, Standing Committees, Advisory Committees, and Task Forces;
Council Meeting September 22, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that report PA-25-33, A26-25, 38 Morrison Crescent – Minor Variance Application Town Representation at the Ontario Land Tribunal, dated September 22, 2025, be received; and 1.
Council Meeting August 11, 2025
For · 7–2 · CarriedResolved that report FIN-25-41, Council Remuneration & Expense Policy Review, dated August 11, 2025 be received; and 1. That the Mayor’s annual base pay be set at $57,589, effective for the new term of Council, and…
Council Meeting August 11, 2025
For · 6–3 · CarriedResolved that a Healthcare Spending Account of $1,000 per Councillor and for the Mayor be approved effective for the 2027 calendar year.
Council Meeting August 11, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that the Rules of Procedure be temporarily suspended by an affirmative vote of two-thirds to discuss Councillor DiFlavio's Notice of Motion regarding Niagara Region contribution to the Heritage Property Tax…
Council Meeting August 11, 2025
For · 9–0 · CarriedWhereas Section 365.2 of the Municipal Act, 2001 permits local municipalities to establish tax relief programs for eligible heritage properties;
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (11)
Council MeetingFebruary 23, 2026
Council MeetingJuly 7, 2025
Council MeetingJune 16, 2025
Public Works CommitteeNovember 25, 2024
Special Council MeetingNovember 25, 2024
Special Council MeetingNovember 29, 2023
Council MeetingNovember 20, 2023
Special Council MeetingNovember 13, 2023
Public Works CommitteeAugust 28, 2023
Special Council MeetingApril 5, 2023
Planning Public MeetingFebruary 27, 2023
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 114)
Whereas the Town of Grimsby recognizes the tremendous positive impact coaches have on athletes and communities; and Whereas the purpose of National Coaches Week is to provide the 300,000 coaches who call Grimsby and Ontario home with the resources, representation, and recognition they deserve for the time they devote to ensuring Canadians live an active and healthy lifestyle; and Whereas we celebr
Council Meeting, August 10, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 26-47 to 26-49 inclusive, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, August 10, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report PA-26-26, Envision Grimsby Official Plan Recommendation Report, dated July 13, 2026 be received; and 1. That Council adopts the final draft of the Envision Grimsby Official Plan (attached as Appendix A); and 2. That Council adopts the draft By-law (attached as Appendix D); and 3. That Council directs staff to send notice of adoption of the Envision Grimsby Official Plan; and 4
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report DPW-26-16, Extension of Temporary Recycling Collection Service within the Downtown Business Area, dated July 13, 2026, be received; and 1. That Council authorize staff to extend the temporary curb-side recycling collection service for the 49 Non-Eligible Source properties within the Grimsby Downtown Business Improvement Area (GDBIA) for an additional one (1) year period; and 2
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-44 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed. Yes (7): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, Councillor Charrois, and Councillor Baradziej No (2): Councillor Korstanje, and Councillor DiFlavio
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the minutes for the May 7, 2026, Public Works Committee meeting be received.
Public Works Committee, May 27, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report DPW-26-14, 2026 Town of Grimsby QMS Operational Plan Endorsements, dated May 27, 2026, be received, and 1. That the Public Works Committee recommends Council endorse the current revisions to the Drinking Water, Roads, Wastewater and Stormwater QMS Operational Plans, dated May 27, 2026; and 2. That the Public Works Committee recommends Council endorse the existing Policy Statem
Public Works Committee, May 27, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-29, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, April 27, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the staff memo regarding the Niagara Governance Review Public Feedback be received; and 1. That the memo and the corresponding appendices be forwarded to the Office of the Premier, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, MPP Sam Oosterhoff, AMO and the Niagara Region.
Council Meeting, April 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-23 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, April 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-15 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, March 9, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-26-01, Grimsby Curling Club Resolution, dated February 9, 2026 be received.
Council Meeting, February 9, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Town of Grimsby and Fortis Ontario Inc. are shareholders of Niagara Power Incorporated (NPI) and all are parties to a Unanimous Shareholders’ Agreement (USA) with Grimsby Power Incorporated (GPI); Whereas these are municipally-owned assets and Council supports accountability and compliance with legal agreements; Whereas there are internal financial reporting requirements contained ther
Council Meeting, February 9, 2026 · Defeated
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Public Library Board - November 12, 2025 Committee of Adjustment - November 18, 2025 Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee - December 9, 2025
Council Meeting, January 12, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 26-01 to 26-05 inclusive; and 1. That By-laws 26-03 and 26-04 be amended to include the names of the appointed Fire Chief and Acting Deputy Fire Chief; and 2. That the same be read a first time, considered and passed.
Council Meeting, January 12, 2026 · Carried
Whereas the Town of Grimsby is a shareholder of Niagara Power Incorporated (NPI) and both are parties to a Unanimous Shareholders’ Agreement (USA) together with Grimsby Power Incorporated (GPI) and Fortis Ontario Inc.; and Whereas these are municipally-owned assets and Council supports accountability and compliance with legal agreements; and Whereas there are internal financial reporting requireme
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Defeated
Resolved that the Town switch to Schedule 1 WSIB status in 2026 and use the $100,000 in WSIB funds that has been proposed to be added into the 2026 budget to pay for Schedule 1 premiums, with the remainder of the premiums, expected to be $320,000, to be funded from the Tax Stabilization Reserve.
Special Council Meeting, November 24, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the Province of Ontario has defined Council’s role to be that of identifying issues to be dealt with, determining the facts of the issue, giving direction to staff to research issues and available options and report back to Council with recommendations, and in many cases to refer to a Committee of Council to take advantage of the Committee’s expertise in a particular area; and Whereas Coun
Council Meeting, October 20, 2025 · Defeated
Resolved that the October 6, 2025 Council meeting agenda be approved.
Council Meeting, October 6, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 25-47 to 25-51 inclusive; and 1. That By-law 25-50 be read a first time, considered, and passed as amended; and 2. That the remaining By-laws be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, September 8, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that Council endorse AMO's comments on Bill 9.
Council Meeting, August 11, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the information provided in the conflict resolution workshop be received.
Special Council Meeting, June 2, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the May 28, 2025, Public Works Committee meeting be approved.
Public Works Committee, May 28, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee - February 11, 2025 Grimsby Public Library Board - April 9, 2025 Committee of Adjustment - April 15, 2025 Grimsby Downtown BIA - April 16, 2025 Grimsby Downtown BIA - April 30, 2025 Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee - May 13, 2025 Grimsby Downtown BIA - May 14, 2025
Council Meeting, May 26, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-26 and By-law 25-27, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, May 26, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report DPW-25-07, titled Grimsby Decorative Banner Program, dated April 30, 2025, be received; and 1. That the Public Works Committee recommends Council support the following: o The Royal Canadian Legion’s request for commemorative street signage on Clarke Street; o The Royal Canadian Legion’s request for the installation of Veteran banners on Clarke Street; and o That a budget of $8
Public Works Committee, April 30, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-21, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Special Council Meeting, April 28, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the following Council Endorsement Packages be approved: GEDAC - March 6, 2025 Age Friendly Advisory Committee - March 18, 2025 Joint Fire Services Advisory Committee - March 18, 2025 Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee - March 20, 2025
Council Meeting, March 31, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that Report DPW-25-06, 2024 Annual Performance Reports for Sanitary and Stormwater Systems, dated March 26, 2025 be received.
Public Works Committee, March 26, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-16 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, March 17, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the minutes of the January 29, 2025 Public Works Committee meeting be approved.
Public Works Committee, February 26, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the Town of Grimsby is committed to transparency, accountability, and ensuring fair and appropriate compensation for members of Council; and Whereas the last compensation review for members of Council was completed for 2019 and reported to Council on February 3, 2020; and Whereas regular reviews of Council compensation are a best practice to ensure alignment with current standards, communi
Council Meeting, February 24, 2025 · Carried
Whereas it is in the Town’s best interest to adopt a procurement approach that prioritizes Canada-made products and supplies; and Whereas Finance Staff are currently undertaking a review of the Procurement By-law; Therefore be it resolved that staff include options of prioritizing Canadian goods while complying with applicable trade agreements and legislation within the upcoming revised Procuremen
Council Meeting, February 24, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-13 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, February 24, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-11 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, February 10, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that this Council direct staff to find budget opportunities to reduce the tax levy for 2025 by $100,000. Yes (9): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, Councillor Charrois, Councillor Korstanje, Councillor Baradziej, and Councillor DiFlavio
Budget Committee of the Whole, January 27, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-25-01, 2025 Parasport Games Sponsorship, dated January 13, 2025 be received; and 1. That the Town of Grimsby become a “Paramazing Sport Sponsor” of Goalball in the 2025 Ontario Parasport Games; and 2. That the “Paramazing Sport Sponsor” fee of $5,500 be included as part of the 2025 budget for Council consideration.
Council Meeting, January 13, 2025 · Carried
that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Public Library Board - October 9, 2024 Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee - November 7, 2024 Grimsby Downtown Business Improvement Area - November 13, 2024 Joint Fire Services Advisory Committee - November 20, 2024
Council Meeting, December 2, 2024 · Carried
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Public Library Board - October 9, 2024 Grimsby Economic Development Advisory Committee - November 7, 2024 Grimsby Downtown Business Improvement Area - November 13, 2024 Joint Fire Services Advisory Committee - November 20, 2024
Council Meeting, December 2, 2024 · Carried
Resolved that Council endorse the Municipality of Callander's resolution on resuming the assessment cycle.
Council Meeting, November 18, 2024 · Carried
In the record
181meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
Ward 1seatCouncillor
1,966votes in 2022Local Councillor
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