Council Announcements

Council Appoints Shrishma Davé as Clerk for the Municipality of Port Hope

For Immediate Release
Wednesday, March 27, 2024 - Port Hope, ON

Following their recent meeting, Council of the Municipality of Port Hope proudly announces the appointment of Shrishma Davé to the position of Clerk.

Joining the Municipality of Port Hope in September 2021, Ms. Davé assumed the role of Manager of Legislative Services/Deputy Clerk. During her tenure, she demonstrated exceptional leadership by spearheading vital initiatives such as overseeing the logistical preparations for the 2022...

Special Council Meeting - March 19, 2024

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, March 19, 2024, at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope. The agenda has been posted on the Municipal website. 

At the Special Council Meeting, Council members will receive and consider a Staff Report regarding a Heritage Demolition Permit Application for 121 Cavan Street (Block 2).

A structural assessment report, conducted by structural engineering firm LEA Consulting LTD, has been provided to the...

Council Chooses By-Election to Fill Vacant Ward 2 Seat

For Immediate Release
Tuesday, March 5, 2024 – Port Hope, ON

Council of the Municipality of Port Hope, at its meeting held Tuesday evening, voted to authorize a By-election to be held to fill the vacancy for the Office of a Member of Council representing Ward 2.

The decision to hold a By-election followed thorough deliberations and discussions among Members of Council during both the Committee of the Whole meeting on Tuesday, February 20, and today’s Council meeting. Engagement with the community...

Update on the Vacant Ward 2 Council Seat

At the recent Committee of the Whole meeting, Council Members considered Report CS-03-24, which explored options for filling the vacant seat in Ward 2. After comprehensive discussion, direction was provided to appoint the runner-up from the 2022 Municipal Election for Ward 2 as the potential new Councillor. The first runner up in 2022 was Darrell Toms. The Clerk is contacting Mr. Toms to confirm his eligibility and willingness to serve our community in this capacity through the end of the...

Special Council Meeting - February 20, 2024

A Special Council Meeting has been scheduled for Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Town Hall, 56 Queen Street, Port Hope.

At this meeting, Council will proceed into a closed session, in accordance with the Municipal Act, 2001, S.O., c.25 for the purpose of litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the Municipality or local board (Section 239(2)(e)) and advice that is subject to solicitor/ client privilege,...