The Guelph Record

Planning, Environment and Water Advisory Committee

February 9, 2026

What was decided (3 motions)

3 carried, 0 recorded otherwise. Every motion below is printed as the minutes print it.

1. That the February 9, 2026 Planning, Environment and Water Advisory Committee Consent Agenda as outlined below, be approved. 2.1 Corporate Climate Action Plan Update
Moved by Member Turnbull, seconded by Member Singh
Carried
1. That whereas options 2 and 3 offer similar environmental impacts, the Planning, Environment and Water Advisory Committee recommends both options as the preferred alternative solution for McQuillan’s Bridge. 2. That the following comments be provided to staff and Council for their consideration: i. Alternative 6 being the least preferred alternative solution from a user experience perspective ii. Options that expand bridge’s lifespan are preferred iii. Staff consider exploring lifecycle assessments on similar existing structures as part of this EA study iv. Staff explore fisheries approvals and considerations required as it relates to the natural environment evaluation criteria v. Staff consider the construction impacts on the natural and social environments of the preferred alternative that is
Moved by Member Verhaeghe, seconded by Member Singh
Carried
1. That the Planning Advisory Committee meeting be adjourned (7:31 p.m.).
Moved by Member Luth, seconded by Member Turnbull
Carried

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