Nick DiFlavio
Councillor · Ward 4 · seen 2022-08-02 to 2026-08-10 · served 2006–2010, 2010–2014, 2014–2018, 2018–2022, 2022–2026
442substantive motions movedof 218 meetings the minutes record them at
102procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
303substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
4meetings recorded absentof 218 they were on the record for
124–76recorded 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 (200) — most recent 40 shown
Council Meeting August 10, 2026
Against · 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
Against · 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
Against · 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
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
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
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
Against · 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
Against · 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
For · 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
Against · 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
Against · 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
Against · 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
Against · 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
For · 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
Against · 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
Against · 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 (4)
Grimsby Heritage Advisory CommitteeOctober 27, 2025
Special Council MeetingJune 3, 2025
Community Services CommitteeApril 29, 2025
Special Council MeetingJune 20, 2023
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 442)
Resolved 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, farms and municipalities during these events; and 1. That the Province consider the impacts experienced across the entire Niagara Region when determining eligibility for disaster assist
Council Meeting, August 10, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the delegation from the Niagara Region be received.
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the various in-person and written delegations regarding the Official Plan Recommendation Report be received.
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report DCS-26-27, Peach King Centre Expansion and Renovation – Project Completion Report, dated July 13, 2026, be received.
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Whereas approximately 214,000 Canadians are living with hepatitis C and over 250,000 people are living with hepatitis B; and Whereas people living with hepatitis B and C have an increased risk of developing cirrhosis, liver failure and related illnesses; and Whereas Ontario has over 110,000 people living with hepatitis B or C, both of which are slow and progressive diseases; and Whereas there are
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-laws 26-41 to 26-43, and 26-45 inclusive, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, July 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the June 23, 2026, Community Services Committee meeting be approved as amended.
Community Services Committee, June 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report DCS-26-33, Cultural Services Strategic Plans, dated June 23, 2026, be received; and, 1. That the Community Services Committee recommend that Council endorse the 5-year Strategic Plans for the Grimsby Public Art Gallery, the Grimsby Museum and Culture Services.
Community Services Committee, June 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-38, and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Special Council Meeting, June 2, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that all verbal and written delegations on the Draft Official Plan be received.
Special Council Meeting, June 1, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that report DCS-26-25, Road Use for Peach Bud Race, Niagara Triathlon, and Women's Triathlon, dated May 26, 2026, be received; and 1. That the Community Services Committee recommend that Council approve the use of local roadways for the Peach Bud Race, Niagara Triathlon, and Women’s Triathlon races to be held on June 30, July 18 and August 8, respectively, subject to the issuance of valid
Community Services Committee, May 26, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the delegation from CIMA+ be received.
Council Meeting, May 25, 2026 · Carried
Whereas good citizenship enhances and enriches the lives of all members of our community; and Whereas acts of good citizenship affect every aspect of life in Grimsby, including social connection, education, creativity, community well-being, and livability; and Whereas in 1998 The Brandee Elliott Education Projects was created in Brandee Elliott’s memory to inspire youth to contribute to society. T
Council Meeting, May 25, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the Planning & Development Committee minutes of May 6, 2026 and By-laws 26-27 and 26-28 be
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Deferred
Resolved that the agenda for the May 11, 2026 Council meeting be approved as amended.
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the delegations from Kevin Luttjehuizen, Harley Valentine, and Anne Turcic be received.
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that leave be given to introduce By-law 26-33 and that the same be read a first time, considered, and passed.
Council Meeting, May 11, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the April 28, 2026, Community Services Committee meeting be approved as amended.
Community Services Committee, April 28, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the delegation from Mike Collins-Williams be received.
Council Meeting, April 27, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the Council Endorsement Package from the Grimsby Heritage Advisory Committee, dated April 14, 2026, be approved.
Council Meeting, April 27, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the memorandum from the NPCA regarding the Beamer Management Plan be received.
Council Meeting, April 27, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the April 13, 2026 Council meeting be approved as amended.
Council Meeting, April 13, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the following minutes be received: Art Gallery Special Purpose Advisory Committee - February 19, 2026 Community Services Committee - February 24, 2026 Mayor's Youth Advisory Committee - March 3, 2026 Grimsby Green Advisory Committee - March 12, 2026 Age Friendly Advisory Committee - March 17, 2026
Community Services Committee, March 24, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the March 23, 2026 Council meeting agenda be approved as amended.
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved 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 streamlined and transparent to the public; and Whereas the provincial government has expressed a desire to reduce the number of municipal councillors in the Niagara Region; and Whereas th
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved 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. Yes (2): Councillor Freake, and Councillor Baradziej No (7): Mayor Jordan, Councillor Davoli, Councillor Howe, Councillor Vardy, Councillor Charrois, Councillor Korstanje, and Councillor DiFlavio
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Defeated
Resolved 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 Final Report, and a peer-review be completed to confirm projections, boundary rationale, and effective representation principles remain valid; if mandated by the Province. Yes (7): Ma
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved 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; and 1. That the Town Clerk be directed to circulate this motion to the Regional Municipality of Niagara, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, and the Premier of Ontario. Yes (7
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the following Board minutes be received: Grimsby Public Library Board, February 11, 2026 Committee of Adjustment - February 17, 2026
Council Meeting, March 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the Community Services Committee meeting on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, be approved as amended.
Community Services Committee, February 24, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the following meeting minutes be received: Community Services Committee - November 25, 2025 Art Gallery Special Purpose Advisory Committee - December 4, 2025 Grimsby Green Advisory Committee - January 8, 2026 Age Friendly Advisory Committee - January 20, 2026 Grimsby Green Advisory Committee - February 12, 2026 Age Friendly Advisory Committee - February 17
Community Services Committee, February 24, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the February 23, 2026 Council meeting be approved.
Council Meeting, February 23, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the February 9, 2026 Council meeting be approved.
Council Meeting, February 9, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that Jim Kay be appointed as Fire Chief; and 1. That Jim Taylor be appointed at the Acting Deputy Fire Chief.
Council Meeting, January 12, 2026 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the December 3, 2025 Special Council meeting be approved.
Special Council Meeting, December 3, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the Council Endorsement Package from the Age Friendly Advisory Committee, dated November 18, 2025, be approved.
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that report DPW-25-30, Province of Ontario Blue Box Transition – Recycling Collection inside the Downtown Business Area, dated December 1, 2025 be received; and 1. That Council, direct staff to enter into a contract for one (1) day per week curb-side recycling collection service for the 49 NES properties in the GDBIA, at the cost of approximately $44,374 for a one-year period; and 2. That
Council Meeting, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the delegation from Marilyn McCrea be received.
Council Meeting, November 17, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the November 10, 2025 Special Council meeting be approved.
Special Council Meeting, November 10, 2025 · Carried
Resolved that the agenda for the October 28, 2025, Community Services Committee meeting be approved.
Community Services Committee, October 28, 2025 · Carried
In the record
214meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
4conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
Ward 4seatCouncillor
435votes in 2022Local Councillor, incumbent
Public Works Committee October 10, 2018
related to the Blessed Trinity Pilgrimage Event and did not participate in the discussion related to this matter
Public Works Committee January 14, 2015
regarding Reports DPW15-01 and 15-04 (Main Street West Sanitary Sewers) as he is a property owner involved in the project
Public Works Committee December 10, 2013
in regard to Report DPW13-43 Award of Engineering Consultant for Main Street West Sanitary Sewer as he resides on Main Street West in the location of the proposed sewer installation
What this does not measure
- Motions moved is not a measure of effectiveness. Who moves a motion is often a seat convention or a committee role, and the member who does the work on a file is frequently not the one who reads it out.
- Nobody is ranked against anybody. These figures are counted against this member's own meetings and are never totalled or compared.
- Absence is not explained. The minutes record who was not there and almost never why. Illness, a declared conflict and a family emergency all appear the same way.
- What was said is not here. This record reads the minutes, which record decisions, not debate.
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