Jennifer Korstanje
Councillor · Ward 3 · seen 2022-11-21 to 2026-08-10 · served 2022–2026
192substantive motions movedof 233 meetings the minutes record them at
83procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
202substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
30meetings recorded absentof 233 they were on the record for
130–52recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample
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Council Meeting July 13, 2026
Against · 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
Against · 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
Against · 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
For · 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
For · 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 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
Against · 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
Against · 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
For · 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;
Council Meeting August 11, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that report PA-25-24, Grimsby Intensification Strategy and Growth Projections, dated August 11, 2025 be received; and 1.
Council Meeting August 11, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that Council endorse the Town of Aurora's motion regarding opposition to Bill 5. Yes (8): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, Councillor Charrois, Councillor Korstanje…
Council Meeting July 7, 2025
For · 8–0 · CarriedResolved that the Rules of Procedure be temporarily suspended by an affirmative vote of two-thirds to consider both the open and closed session Notice of Motions on potential litigation/identifiable individual.
Council Meeting June 16, 2025
Against · 1–7 · DefeatedResolved that the June 16, 2025 Council meeting agenda be amended to remove item 16.2. Yes (1): Councillor Baradziej No (7): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, Councillor Charrois…
Council Meeting June 16, 2025
For · 6–2 · CarriedResolved that the Rules of Procedure be temporarily suspended by an affirmative vote of two-thirds to discuss Councillor Charrois' Notice of Motion this evening.
Council Meeting June 16, 2025
For · 2–6 · DefeatedWhereas Councillor Baradziej has been late or absent from a significant number of Council, Standing Committee, and Advisory Committee meetings in 2025;
Council Meeting May 26, 2025
Against · 3–6 · DefeatedResolved that the dwelling at 7 Patton Street be designated under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act (OHA) as a property that Council believes to be of cultural heritage significance, as it meets 5 out of 9 of…
Council Meeting May 26, 2025
For · 8–1 · CarriedResolved that Council remove 7 Patton Street from the Municipal Heritage Register with the following recommendations: 1. That adaptive reuse be considered for the resource to avoid high quality materials and cultural…
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (30)
Finance CommitteeMay 28, 2026
Public Works CommitteeMay 27, 2026
Community Services CommitteeMay 26, 2026
Council MeetingApril 27, 2026
Community Services CommitteeFebruary 24, 2026
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeFebruary 10, 2026
Finance CommitteeOctober 2, 2025
Special Council MeetingJune 3, 2025
Special Council MeetingApril 28, 2025
Finance CommitteeApril 24, 2025
Council MeetingApril 14, 2025
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeApril 8, 2025
Council MeetingMarch 31, 2025
Finance CommitteeMarch 27, 2025
Public Works CommitteeMarch 26, 2025
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeMarch 20, 2025
Community Services CommitteeFebruary 4, 2025
Special Council MeetingOctober 1, 2024
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeSeptember 16, 2024
Special Council MeetingJuly 22, 2024
Council MeetingJune 3, 2024
Community Services CommitteeMay 28, 2024
Council MeetingDecember 18, 2023
Special Council MeetingNovember 7, 2023
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeOctober 10, 2023
Special Council MeetingJuly 26, 2023
Community Services CommitteeJuly 25, 2023
Special Council MeetingJune 20, 2023
Council MeetingJune 5, 2023
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeMay 9, 2023
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 192)
Resolved that Town of Grimsby Council request the Niagara Transit Commission present plans for the introduction of conventional service that would connect Grimsby and Niagara residents to the new Grimsby GO Station at a future council meeting; and 1. That any plan will be subject to Niagara Transit Commission and Regional Council budget approvals and in line with the Niagara Transit 10- Year Maste
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the minutes of the May 28, 2026, Finance Committee meeting be received.
Finance Committee, June 25, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the following minutes be received: Community Services Committee - May 26, 2026 Art Gallery Special Purpose Advisory Committee - June 18, 2026
Community Services Committee, June 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the Grimsby Public Library Board meeting minutes of May 13, 2026 be received.
Council Meeting, June 15, 2026 · Carried
Whereas Family and Children’s Services (FACS) Niagara has been dedicated to protecting and supporting children and improving the lives of vulnerable children, youth, and families across the Niagara Peninsula since 1898; and Whereas Mountainview Building Group and other generous sponsors are supporting FACS Niagara Foundation in these efforts by encouraging children and families to give back to the
Special Council Meeting, June 1, 2026 · Carried
Resolved 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. Yes (6): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Freake, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, and Councillor Korstanje No (3): Councillor Charrois, Councillor Baradziej, and Councillor DiFlavio
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report BYL-26-03, Right of Way By-law, dated May 11, 2026, be received; and 1. That Council approve By-law No. 26-30 (Right of Way) and By-law No. 26-31 (AMPS amendment), attached to this report as Appendix A and Appendix B.
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Carried
Whereas May 14, 2026, marks Childhood Apraxia of Speech Day during which awareness will be raised throughout Grimsby, Ontario, Canada about childhood apraxia of speech, an extremely challenging speech disorder that affects 1-in-1,000 children; and Whereas childhood apraxia of speech (CAS) causes children to have significant difficulty learning to speak and is among the most severe speech deficits
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-26-11 2026 Tax Levy and Tax Rates, dated April 23, 2026, be received; and 1. That the Finance Committee recommends that Council adopt the 2026 tax ratios and sub-class reductions as outlined in Schedule A in accordance with Regional By-law 2026-15; and 2. That the Town of Grimsby general tax rates as outlined in Schedule B be approved; and 3. That the Region of Niagara gen
Finance Committee, April 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-26-12, 2025 Year-End Results and Reserve Transfers, dated April 23, 2026, be received; and, 1. That the Finance Committee recommends the 2025 surplus (deficit) listed below be transferred to (from) reserves as outlined in Appendix C: $726,497 in Operational Levy, ($792,823) in Wastewater, and $300,156 in Water; and, 2. That the Finance Committee recommends Council approve
Finance Committee, April 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 26-21 and 26-22 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, April 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the delegation from Annette Gibbons be received.
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Whereas April is Be A Donor Month in Ontario; and Whereas the goal during Be A Donor Month is to inspire those who have not yet registered consent for organ and tissue donation; and Whereas on average 1,400 people in Ontario are waiting for a life-saving organ transplant and every three days someone will die waiting for an organ transplant; and Whereas in 2025, 362 deceased organ donors gave the g
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-20, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the March 9, 2026 Council meeting be approved as amended.
Council Meeting, March 9, 2026 · Carried
Whereas March is Amyloidosis Awareness Month, a month dedicated to raising awareness, funding research, and supporting those living with amyloidosis and their loved ones; and Whereas Amyloidosis is a group of diseases that occurs when an abnormal protein, known as amyloid, builds up in the tissues and organs of the body. Left untreated, the disease can result in organ failure and can be fatal; and
Council Meeting, March 9, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the minutes from the November 27, 2025, Finance Committee meeting be received.
Finance Committee, February 26, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-26-03, Budget Amendment for the Fire Station 1 Fleet Parking/ Vehicle Storage Facility, dated February 26, 2026, be received; and 1. That the Finance Committee recommend that Council approve the additional funding of $120,000 to complete the construction of the fire station fleet facility funded from the Fire Facilities reserve.
Finance Committee, February 26, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report DPW-26-03 Kidd Avenue Traffic Calming Review, dated February 25, 2026, be received; and 1. That the Public Works Standing Committee recommends Council approve installing school zone signage and reducing the speed from 50 km/h to 40 km/h on Kidd Avenue and Boulton Avenue; and 2. That the proposed By-law amendment provided herein be approval by Council.
Public Works Committee, February 25, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report PA-26-04, Official Plan Public Meeting - Information Report, dated February 23, 2026, be received.
Council Meeting, February 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-09 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, February 9, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the December 1, 2025 Council meeting be approved as amended.
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Age Friendly Advisory Committee - November 18, 2025 Committee of Adjustment - November 18, 2025
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that Council endorse the work of TOES Niagara and Brock University in developing a Code of Conduct for the Prevention of Human Trafficking in the Niagara Region; and 1. That the Town of Grimsby become a signatory of the Code.
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-73, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the November 27, 2025, Finance Committee meeting be approved as amended.
Finance Committee, November 27, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-25-51, 2026 Consolidated User Fees and Charges, dated November 27, 2025, be received; and 1. That the recommended 2026 Draft Consolidated User Fees and Charges be approved as outlined in Appendices B through P; and 2. That staff be directed to prepare the necessary By-law and schedules to update the Consolidated User Fees and Charges effective January 1, 2026, for Council
Finance Committee, November 27, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-25-59, Grimsby Community Development Grant 2026 Recipients, dated November 27, 2025, be received; and 1. That the selected applicant projects be approved for funding as recommended by the Grant Review Panel under the conditions of the Grimsby Community Development Grant Program.
Finance Committee, November 27, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report FIN-25-62, 2026 Interim Tax Levy, dated November 27, 2025, be received; and 1. That a By-law be approved to provide for the 2026 Interim Tax Levy for the Town of Grimsby; and 2. That the interim tax levy installment due dates be set as March 6th, 2026, and May 1st, 2026.
Finance Committee, November 27, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report DPW-25-28, 2025-2026 Winter Control Manual Endorsement, dated November 26, 2025, be received; and 1. That the Committee recommends Council endorse the current revision of the winter control manual.
Public Works Committee, November 26, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report DCS-25-46, Gymnasium Allocation Policy, dated November 25, 2025, be received; and 1. That the Community Services Committee recommend that Council approve the Gymnasium Allocation Policy included in Appendix A.
Community Services Committee, November 25, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report DCS-25-49, Community Project Grant Program 2025 Recipients, dated November 25, 2025, be received; and 1. That the Community Services Committee recommend that Council approve all proposed projects for the funding amount as recommended by the Grant Review Panel under the conditions of the Community Project Grant Program Policy.
Community Services Committee, November 25, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Public Library Board - October 8, 2025 Committee of Adjustment - October 21, 2025
Council Meeting, November 17, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the Council Endorsement Packages from the Grimsby Green Advisory Committee, dated October 9, 2025, and from the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee, dated October 27, 2025, be approved.
Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Green Advisory Committee - October 9, 2025 Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee - October 27, 2025
Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the minutes of the July 30, 2025, Public Works Committee meeting be received.
Public Works Committee, October 29, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-61 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, October 20, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the staff memo regarding public access to reports and presentations be received.
Council Meeting, October 6, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 25-59, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Special Council Meeting, September 29, 2025 · Carried
Whereas the Grimsby Curling Club has been an integral part of the Grimsby community since 1951, providing recreational, social, and inclusive programming for residents of all ages and abilities, including a long-standing partnership with Special Olympics; and Whereas the Club is volunteer run, has demonstrated significant membership growth (from 370 to 440 registrants in the past season, including
Council Meeting, September 22, 2025 · Carried
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203meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
Ward 3seatCouncillor
1,338votes in 2022Local Councillor
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