Jeff Banks
Councillor · seen 2023-01-03 to 2026-08-19 · served 2022–2026
879substantive motions movedof 192 meetings the minutes record them at
97procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
693substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
12meetings recorded absentof 192 they were on the record for
9–3recorded 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 Rideau Lakes’s own minutes.
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How they voted, where it was recorded (12)
Regular Council Meeting November 3, 2025
Against · 4–4 · DefeatedBe it resolved that Council defers item 10.1, By-Law 2025-123 (Procedural By-Law) to the December 1st Council Meeting. For (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Bulloch, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Against…
Regular Council Meeting October 6, 2025
For · 3–4 · DefeatedBe it resolved that the main motion be amended to reflect a 90 day suspension. For (3): Councillor J. Banks, Councillor P. Banks, and Councillor Dunfield Against (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Bulloch, Councillor…
Regular Council Meeting September 2, 2025
For · 2–6 · DefeatedWHEREAS beginning in September 2025 the Township of Rideau Lakes will be holding a Committee of the Whole meeting once a month replacing two previously scheduled Municipal Services Committee meetings;
Municipal Services Committee (PW) October 15, 2024
Against · 3–5 · DefeatedBe it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report recommendation, suspends the remuneration paid to Councillor Linda Carr for…
Regular Council Meeting October 7, 2024
For · 5–3 · CarriedBe it resolved that the main motion be amended to reflect 21 days, not 8 days. For (5): Councillor J. Banks, Councillor P. Banks, Councillor Carr, Councillor Dunfield, and Councillor Hutchings Against (3): Mayor…
Regular Council Meeting October 7, 2024
For · 5–3 · CarriedBe it resolved, that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes, in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report (01) recommendation, suspends the remuneration paid to Councillor Marcia…
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG) September 16, 2024
For · 3–5 · Defeatedit resolved that the Municipal Services Committee directs staff to cancel the Public Open House scheduled for September 18th until Council can come to a consensus on the design material for the Chantry Municipal Office.
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG) September 16, 2024
For · 3–5 · Defeatedit resolved that the Municipal Services Committee directs staff and the consultant (IDEA) to not include costs presented at today's meeting to the Public Open House.
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG) September 16, 2024
For · 3–5 · DefeatedBe it resolved that the Municipal Services Committee directs staff to cancel the Public Open House scheduled for September 18th until Council can come to a consensus on the design material for the Chantry Municipal…
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG) September 16, 2024
For · 3–5 · DefeatedBe it resolved that the Municipal Services Committee directs staff and the consultant (IDEA) to not include costs presented at today's meeting to the Public Open House.
Regular Council Meeting September 3, 2024
For · 7–1 · CarriedWHEREAS correspondence was received from the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury regarding Long-Service Medals; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that the Council of The Corporation of the Township of Rideau Lakes supports…
Municipal Services Committee (PW) August 12, 2024
Against · 3–5 · DefeatedBe it resolved that the Municipal Services Committee receives the Integrity Commissioner report regarding a complaint and directs staff to place the report on the September 3rd Council meeting for debate…
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (12)
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentJuly 22, 2026
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentMarch 18, 2026
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentFebruary 18, 2026
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentAugust 27, 2025
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentDecember 18, 2024
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentAugust 14, 2024
Special Council MeetingAugust 8, 2024
Regular Council MeetingAugust 6, 2024
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentMarch 13, 2024
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentJanuary 24, 2024
Planning Advisory and Committee of AdjustmentAugust 9, 2023
Special Municipal Services Committee (GG)January 30, 2023
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 879)
it resolved that the Economic Development Committee receives the Van Life proposal as prepared by Councillor Paula Banks and acknowledges that Mark Brus of Parks Canada will be attending the October ECD Meeting; and FURTHER to direct staff to review and amend as necessary.
Economic Development Committee, September 8, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Economic Development Committee recommends to Council that the Business Survey Working Group be reestablished as an Ad Hoc working group for the 200th Anniversary Celebration, including: Councillor Paula Banks Councillor Linda Carr Councillor Sue Dunfield Councillor Debbie Hutchings Ken Davies Dudley Hill AND THEREFORE the working group will include staff support as required
Economic Development Committee, December 1, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Economic Development Committee recommends to Council that the Business Survey Working Group be reestablished as an Ad Hoc working group for the 200th Anniversary Celebration, including: Councillor Paula Banks Councillor Linda Carr Councillor Sue Dunfield Councillor Debbie Hutchings Ken Davies Dudley Hill AND FURTHER that the working group will start with a revie
Economic Development Committee, December 1, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends that Council: Endorses the 2025 Asset Management Plan and its proposed level of service targets and submits to the Province. Approves the 5-year financial strategy including: - Annual 0.2% tax increase - Debt reallocation - Continued use of existing grants Directs staff to: - Prioritize capital projects based on risk and condition - Refine lif
Committee of the Whole, November 24, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the Committee of the Whole (CoW) recommends to Council that the Township provides winter maintenance to Tennant Drive in South Point subdivision for the winter of 2025/26 with costs to be recovered from the Owner as per Section 36 of the Land Conveyance Agreement, as presented in CoW report RDS-2025-28.
Committee of the Whole, November 24, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that staff be directed to look into all options for the 2026 Experience Ontario grant and bring back a report on December 1, 2025.
Committee of the Whole, November 24, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends that Council: 1. Endorses the 2025 Asset Management Plan and its proposed level of service targets and submits to the Province. Committee of the Whole Monday, November 24, 2025 Pg. 3 2. Approves the 5-year financial strategy including: - Annual 0.2% tax increase - Debt reallocation - Continued use of existing grants 3. Directs staff to: - P
Committee of the Whole, November 24, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole (CoW) recommends to Council that the Township provides winter maintenance to Tennant Drive in South Point subdivision for the winter of 2025/26 with costs to be recovered from the Owner as per Section 36 of the Land Conveyance Agreement, as presented in CoW report RDS-2025-28.
Committee of the Whole, November 24, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that staff be directed to look into all options for the 2026 Experience Ontario grant and bring back a report on December 1, 2025.
Committee of the Whole, November 24, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the Economic Development Committee conduct a Rideau Lakes Business Feedback Survey; WHEREAS local businesses are a cornerstone of economic growth and community vitality in the Township of Rideau Lakes; AND WHEREAS it is essential to gather direct input from businesses to better understand their challenges, priorities, and the types of support they seek from the Township; THEREFORE
Economic Development Committee, November 3, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that item 13.3, Request for Roma Delegation be moved to new business as item 8.4 and the two motions from Councillor P. Banks regarding Mayor's Disparaging Remarks and Mayor's Misleading Comments to CTV News, be added as emergency additions under new business as items 8.5 & 8.6.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
it resolved, that the Agenda be approved and adopted as amended.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the misuse of Strong Mayor Powers and possible political interference in Integrity Commissioner matters have raised concerns about accountability and fairness in municipal governance in Rideau Lakes; NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that Council direct staff to seek a delegation with the Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing, at the 2026 Rural Ontario Municipal Associ
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS on October 20, 2025, the Mayor stated at a Council meeting that “this Council is completely dysfunctional”; AND WHEREAS this remark may contravene the Rideau Lakes Code of Conduct, which requires respectful, non-disparaging communication among Members of Council; AND WHEREAS Section 9.1.1 of Schedule ‘B’ to By-Law 2019-17 provides that concerns about potential Code breaches may be raised d
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS on October 23, 2025, in an interview with CTV News, the Mayor stated that “this media distributed reprimand is not only inaccurate but just a further indication of the divide on Council and the vindictive nature of the group of five”; AND WHEREAS Council ensured the public reprimand was vetted for accuracy by the appropriate official before release; AND WHEREAS the Mayor’s remarks may misl
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Referred
it resolved that By-Law 2025-123 be taken as read a third time as amended, and finally passed this 3rd day of November, 2025.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the following By-Laws be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 3rd day of November, 2025: By-Law 2025-124:1001225239 ONTARIO INC (CANNING) (ZBA-14-2025) By-Law 2025-125: Amend 2015-01 User Fees and Charges - Harbour shore power, commercial launch, remove festival fee
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that By-Law 2025-126, being a By-Law to Amend 2018-18 Council Compensation, be taken and read a first and second time, as amended, with the Mayor's compensation reduced to $28,500, the short way this 3rd day of November, 2025.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Defeated
WHEREAS residents have expressed concerns regarding the condition of neighbouring properties, specifically the accumulation of debris and the prolonged presence of unused articles on lawns and yards; AND WHEREAS such articles including furniture, boats, vehicles, and other items left outdoors and unused for extended periods (exceeding six months) may negatively impact the aesthetics, safety, and o
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Economic Development Committee conduct a Rideau Lakes Business Feedback Survey; WHEREAS local businesses are a cornerstone of economic growth and community vitality in the Township of Rideau Lakes; AND WHEREAS it is essential to gather direct input from businesses to better understand their challenges, priorities, and the types of support they seek from the Township; THEREF
Economic Development Committee, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that item 13.3, Request for Roma Delegation be moved to new business as item 8.4 and the two motions from Councillor P. Banks regarding Mayor's Disparaging Remarks and Mayor's Misleading Comments to CTV News, be added as emergency additions under new business as items 8.5 & 8.6.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved, that the Agenda be approved and adopted as amended.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS the misuse of Strong Mayor Powers and possible political interference in Integrity Commissioner matters have raised concerns about accountability and fairness in municipal governance in Rideau Lakes; Regular Council Meeting Monday, November 3, 2025 Pg. 6 NOW THEREFORE be it resolved that Council direct staff to seek a delegation with the Honourable Rob Flack, Minister of Municipal Affairs
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that By-Law 2025-123 be taken as read a third time as amended, and finally passed this 3rd day of November, 2025. For (5): Deputy Mayor Hutchings, Councillor J. Banks, Councillor P. Banks, Councillor Carr, and Councillor Dunfield Regular Council Meeting Monday, November 3, 2025 Pg. 11 Against (4): Mayor Hoogenboom, Councillor Bulloch, Councillor Maxwell, and Councillor Pollard Voter
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the following By-Laws be taken as read a first and second time the short way this 3rd day of November, 2025: By-Law 2025-124:1001225239 ONTARIO INC (CANNING) (ZBA-14-2025) By-Law 2025-125: Amend 2015-01 User Fees and Charges - Harbour shore power, commercial launch, remove festival fee
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that By-Law 2025-126, being a By-Law to Amend 2018-18 Council Compensation, be taken and read a first and second time, as amended, with the Mayor's compensation reduced to $28,500, the short way this 3rd day of November, 2025.
Regular Council Meeting, November 3, 2025 · Defeated
it resolved, that the Agenda be approved and adopted as amended.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the main motion be
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Deferred
it resolved that the last two (2) sentences of the main motion be removed.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that option #1 (Set aside the By-law and approve the request to waive the $220 Festival Licence Fee and provide reimbursement) and Option #4 (Direct staff to amend the By-Law to remove Festival License fees), be implemented for the No.9 Gardens Contemporary Art and the Environment, as presented in CoW Report ADM-2025-13.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that it receives this report for information, and that no further action be taken at this time regarding the regulation of year-round rental units, Bed & Breakfasts, and VRBOs, given the current absence of significant complaints or demonstrated community concern and the current tools already available to the municipality to address
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Defeated
it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that a team (CAO, Mayor and 2 Council members) be created to negotiate all Recreation Agreements with neighbouring municipalities; AND FURTHER that the Parks and Recreation Committee be consulted prior to negotiations.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that it approves the recommendation to increase Council Remuneration for the 2026-2030 term of Council ($36,000 for the Mayor and $19,000 for Councillors) and further directs staff to bring back a by-law for review and consideration, as presented in COW report CAO-2025-21.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
it resolved that Committee of the Whole receives Councillor Paula Banks' public apology to Dan Berty.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved, that the Agenda be approved and adopted as amended.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the main motion be
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Deferred
Be it resolved that the last two (2) sentences of the main motion be removed.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that option #1 (Set aside the By-law and approve the request to waive the $220 Festival Licence Fee and provide reimbursement) and Option #4 (Direct staff to amend the By-Law to remove Festival License fees), be implemented for the No.9 Gardens Contemporary Art and the Environment, as presented in CoW Report ADM-2025-13.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that it receives this report for information, and that no further action be taken at this time regarding the regulation of year-round rental units, Bed & Breakfasts, and VRBOs, given the current absence of significant complaints or demonstrated community concern and the current tools already available to the municipality to addre
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Defeated
Be it resolved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council that a team (CAO, Mayor and 2 Council members) be created to negotiate all Recreation Agreements with neighbouring municipalities; AND FURTHER that the Parks and Recreation Committee be consulted prior to negotiations.
Committee of the Whole, October 20, 2025 · Carried
In the record
180meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
4conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
Regular Council Meeting February 5, 2024
on agenda item 10.6, the Agreement with Limerick Environmental Services Ltd
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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