The Faraday Record

Murray Bowers

Councillor · seen 2022-05-04 to 2026-10-07 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026

265substantive motions movedof 63 meetings the minutes record them at
23procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
227substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
4meetings recorded absentof 63 they were on the record for
—recorded votes, for–againstthis council recorded no vote they took part in

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 Faraday’s own minutes.

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This council rarely calls recorded votes, so individual positions are only on the record where one was demanded. Under the Municipal Act that is the council's choice, not an omission in this record.

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (4)

CouncilFebruary 4, 2026
CouncilDecember 17, 2025
CouncilApril 7, 2025
CouncilOctober 4, 2023

Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 265)

BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday adopt the Agenda for the October 07, 2026 meeting, as circulated. -
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the report received from Kim Bishop, as presented. -
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive and file the correspondence presented for information purposes. -
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from the Township of Douro-Dummer and the Township of North Kawartha, as outlined in the letters dated September 18, 2026 and August 12, 2026 respectively, in regard to requesting support for the continued advocacy of the Highway 28 Mayors Coalition to advance corridor safety, improved communication and
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the CAO/Clerk- Treasurer Report, as presented. -
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday: Page 6 of 9 October 7, 2026 Council 1) Approves, in principle, the Shoreline Sale Application received from Jeffrey Bennett for the shoreline property lying in front of their property at Lot 21 RCP 2281 along Lucerne Lake; and 2) That Council directs staff to send all necessary documentation to the municipal solicitor to commence the proc
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Operations Report, as presented; AND FURTHER that Council declare the 2005 Ford Sterling tandem truck as surplus, once the Township receives the new tandem truck; and FURTHER that Council directs staff to advertise for the sale of the 2005 Ford Sterling tandem truck, once the Township receives the new tandem truck; AND FURTHER t
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Fire Chief Report, as presented. -
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 55-2026, being a by-law to amend By-law 21-2012, as amended, is hereby amended by inserting Section 4.11.12.17 in Section 4.11 titled “COMMERCIAL (C) ZONE” immediately after Section 4.11.12.16, as stated herein; and that Map ‘2’ of SCHEDULE ‘A’ to By-law No. 21-2012, as amended, is hereby amended by changing the zone categories from RU to C-17 thereon in accordance with
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 56-2026, being a By-law to confirm the proceedings of the October 07, 2026 meeting, be passed this 07th day of October, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the Corporate Seal affixed hereto. -
Council, October 7, 2026 · Carried
Page 3 of 8 September 2, 2026 Council BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve to amend the Township’s Comprehensive Zoning By-law 21-2012 to rezone Part Lot 32, Concession 8, from Rural (RU) Zone to the Rural Exception No. 15 (RU-15) Zone to permit a lot to have a principal dwelling unit and two (2) additional residential units within ancillary structures. -
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive and file the correspondence received from the Township of McGarry in regard to calling upon the Government of Ontario and the Government of Canada to prioritize the development of new and upgraded highway rest stops and traveler infrastructure along Highways 11 and 17 across Northern Ontario. -
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from the Township of Tudor and Cashel to request a review of extended producer responsibility for one-pound single-use propane cylinders. -
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the CAO/Clerk- Treasurer Report, as presented; AND FURTHER, that Council agree to cancel the November 04, 2026 council meeting; AND FURTHER, that Council direct Staff to contact various organizations to arrange for a schedule to be set up for the pick up and removal or empty alcohol / beer bottle/can returns, allowing each organizat
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Fire Chief Report, as presented. -
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 51-2026, being a by-law to amend By-law 21-2012, as amended, by inserting Section 4.6.5.15, Rural Exception 15 (RU-15) Zone, in Section 4.0 titled RURAL (RU) ZONE as outlined in this By-law; and to amend Map '3' of Schedule 'A' to By-law 21-2012, as amended, by changing the zone categories from RU and EP to RU-15 and EP thereon in accordance with Schedule '1' attached to
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday go into a closed meeting pursuant to the Ontario Municipal Act, 2001: 1. Under Section 239(2)(e) litigation or potential litigation, including matters before administrative tribunals, affecting the municipality or local board - Update; 2. Under Section 239(2)(f) advice that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications
Council, September 2, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday come out of the Public Meeting, resuming regular meeting of Council. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve to amend the Township's Comprehensive Zoning By-law 21-2012 to rezone a portion of Concession 8, Part Lot 4, N/S of Bay Lake Road, from Rural (RU) Zone to the Rural Residential (RR) Zone to fulfill Condition 8 of Consent To Sever Application No. B88/25. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive and file the correspondence presented for information purposes. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from Northeastern Manitoulin and the Islands with regard to requesting that the Ministry of the Environment reconsider its decision regarding the lighter grade of oil, taking into account the increased number of applications required, as well as the associated additional time, energy, and financial burde
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from the Town of Halton Hills with regard to requesting the Province of Ontario, in consultation with municipalities, AMO, ROMA, Conservation Authorities, the Ontario Invasive Plant Council, Indigenous communities, agricultural organizations, environmental organizations, horticultural societies, the nurs
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support the correspondence received from the Village of Burk's Falls with regard to supporting the retention of the Cancer/Oncology Clinic at Huntsville Memorial Hospital site. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Integrity Commissioner Report, as presented. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve the Accounts for June and July, 2026, as presented. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Deputy Clerk's Report, as presented. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Fire Chief Report, as presented. -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 43-2026, being a by-law to develop and implement a Public Interaction with Staff Code of Conduct, be passed this 05th day of August, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. Page 10 of 12 August 5, 2026 Council -
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 45-2026, being a by-law to amend Map '4' of Schedule 'A' to By-law 21-2012, as amended, by changing the zone categories for the lands described as Concession 8, Part Lot 4, N/S of Bay Lake Road, from RU to RR thereon in accordance with Schedule '1' attached to this By-law, be passed this 05th day of August, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate sea
Council, August 5, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday adopt the Agenda for the June 03, 2026 meeting, as circulated. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday approve the minutes of the regular Council meeting of May 06, 2026 as circulated. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the CAO/Clerk- Treasurer Report, as presented. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive the Deputy Clerk's report, as presented; and FURTHER, that Council accept the 2026 Annual Review of Asset Management Progress, as presented. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday receive the Deputy Clerk's Report regarding St. Mark's Cemetery, as presented. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday accept the Fire Chief Report, as presented. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 38-2026, being a by-law to allow for the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Agreement with the Township of Carlow/Mayo, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that By-law 41-2026, being a by-law to allow for the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Agreement with the Township of Wollaston, be passed this 03rd day of June, 2026, to be signed by the Mayor and Clerk with the corporate seal affixed hereto. -
Council, June 3, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday adopt the Agenda for the May 06, 2026 meeting, as circulated. -
Council, May 6, 2026 · Carried
BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support Resolution 0060-2026 adopted by the Council of The Corporation of the City of Mississauga at its meeting on April 1, 2026 with regard to requesting the Province of Ontario to pause any legislative or regulatory changes that would reduce or eliminate elected trustees until a transparent, province-wide consultation with municipalitie
Council, May 6, 2026 · Carried
Page 4 of 8 May 6, 2026 Council BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of the Township of Faraday support Resolution No. 167-26 dated April 14, 2026 from the Municipality of Shuniah with regard to requesting a steadfast provincial partner to extend and enhance OCIF beyond 2026, ensuring infrastructure resilience, fiscal sustainability and equitable access for all small and rural municipalities. -
Council, May 6, 2026 · Carried

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0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
369votes in 2022Local Councillor, incumbent

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