The Township of Douro-Dummer is governed by a five-member Council consisting of a Mayor, Deputy Mayor and three Councillors. Meet your Council members or attend an upcoming meeting.

Council meetings

Council meetings are held at 5 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of each month in the Council Chambers. View our Council Meeting Calendar to find out about upcoming meeting dates and times. You can also read our Council agendas and minutes to stay informed.

Council meeting livestream

Speak before Council 

If you would like to speak before Council on an agenda item or issue of concern, you need to request a delegation in advance. Learn how to request a delegation to speak before Council.

Request to provide a Public Comment

There is also an option to make a five (5) minute deputation by any member of the public to Council regarding an item listed on the agenda during the Public Comment Period of the meeting. Learn how to request to present a public comment before Council.

Policies and procedures

All Council members must follow the policies and procedures outlined in the:

• Council Code of Conduct
• Procedural By-law
• Council Remuneration By-law 2022-37
• Records Retention By-law 2024-06 and Records Retention Schedule 
• And a number of other policies

Please contact us for a copy of our documents governing Council.

Closed Meeting Investigator

The Township of Douro-Dummer may hold a municipal or local board meeting that is closed to the public as outlined in the Municipal Act.

File a complaint

You can fill out a closed meeting complaint form if you have concerns about a closed meeting held by the Township or a local board.

Role of Closed Meeting Investigator

Our Closed Meeting Investigator is the Ontario Ombudsman who acts as our citizen’s representative. The role of the Closed Meeting Investigator is to take public complaints about our closed meetings from the public. It is their job to keep the identity of the complainant confidential during a closed meeting.

To learn more about closed meeting investigations, visit the Ontario Ombudsman frequently asked questions.

Elections

The Township of Douro-Dummer holds Council elections every four years. Learn about upcoming elections, important voter information and how to become a candidate.

Integrity Commissioner Services 

If you need to connect with Integrity Commissioner Services please contact:

Tony Fleming C.S.
Certified Specialist in Municipal Law (Local Government/Land Use Planning & Development)
Practicing as a Professional Corporation
Cunningham, Swan, Carty, Little & Bonham LLP
T: 613-546-8096
Email Tony Fleming