Joan John
Councillor · seen 2019-01-30 to 2026-09-02 · served 2018–2022, 2022–2026
64substantive motions movedof 133 meetings the minutes record them at
56procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
137substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
4meetings recorded absentof 133 they were on the record for
27–10recorded 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 Southgate’s own minutes.
In their own words, via the Town
Joan John is serving her first term as Councillor for the Township of Southgate. The following are her list of Council appointments for the 2022-2026 term of Council:
As published by Southgate.
How they voted, where it was recorded (37)
Council Meeting - Special August 14, 2026
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CAO2026-018 be received for information; and That Council award the Architect and Engineering Services for the Keppel Municipal Facilities to R.J.
Council Meeting August 5, 2026
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report PL2026-049 be received for information; and That the Site Alteration Permit be issued upon execution by the Owner of a Site Alteration Agreement confirming the provisions of Schedule “C”…
Council Meeting July 2, 2026
Against · 5–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CAO2026-014 be received for information; and That Council opt in to the Grey County Hybrid Planning Model;
Council Meeting June 17, 2026
For · 6–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CAO2026-010 be received for information; and That Council approve of the purchase of Market Block blk l pl 480 Dundalk; lt 1-10, 14-16 blk l pl 480 Dundalk;
Council Meeting June 3, 2026
Against · 4–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that the following by-laws dated June 3, 2026 be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law…
Council Meeting April 2, 2026
For · 7–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report HR2026-004 be received for information; and That Council direct staff to proceed with Option 1, effective November 16, 2026;
Council Meeting November 19, 2025
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report EDO2025-019 be received for information; and That Council approve Dundalk Village Pharmacy Ltd for Community Improvement Plan project funding for building improvements to the property…
Council Meeting November 19, 2025
For · 7–0 · CarriedWHEREAS the safety of children and caregivers walking to and from school is a priority for the Township of Southgate; and WHEREAS current pedestrian routes around the stormwater management pond may pose safety concerns…
Council Meeting November 5, 2025
For · 7–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Council add a second clause to state: "That Council direct staff to research the grant application process and implications of the Township acting as the primary grant applicant, including a cost…
Council Meeting November 5, 2025
For · 7–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CL2025-036 be received for information; and That Council appoint Nancy Flagel to the Southgate Public Library Board, effective November 5, 2025.
Council Meeting November 5, 2025
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report HR2025-008 be received for information; and That Council approve updates to Policy 16 Pay Administration policy as presented;
Council Meeting October 15, 2025
For · 7–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report FIRE2025-014 be received for information; and That Council direct staff to proceed with the purchase of a 78’ Rosenbauer Viper Aerial Apparatus from City View Specialty Vehicles.
Council Meeting October 15, 2025
Against · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report EDO2025-015 be received for information; and That Council approve Heritage Restoration for Community Improvement Plan funding for building improvements, planning fees, building permit…
Council Meeting October 15, 2025
Against · 5–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CAO2025-026 be received for information; and That Council approve Flato East 7,8,10 Preliminary Acceptance Stage III as recommended by the Township engineers as per the subdivision…
Council Meeting September 17, 2025
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report EDO2025-011 be received for information; and That Council approve the funding application for the Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program to promote the rehabilitation of buildings…
Council Meeting September 3, 2025
Against · 3–3 · LostBe it resolved that Staff Report EDO2025-008 be received for information; and That Council approve the funding application for the Rural Ontario Development (ROD) Program to promote the rehabilitation of buildings…
Council Meeting August 6, 2025
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report PL2025-064 be received for information; and That the Site Alteration Permit be issued upon execution by the Owner of a Site Alteration Agreement confirming the provisions of Schedule “C”…
Council Meeting July 2, 2025
Against · 4–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report PL2025-058 be received for information; and That Council consider approval of By-law 2025-080 being Official Plan Amendment #5 (OPA 1-24) for Renewable Energy Projects and request Grey…
Council Meeting July 2, 2025
Against · 5–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that by-law number 2025-080 being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 5 to the Township of Southgate Official Plan be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk…
Council Meeting July 2, 2025
Against · 5–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that by-law number 2025-081 being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law No. 19-2002, of the Township of Southgate, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk…
Council Meeting June 4, 2025
For · 5–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report PW2025-020 be received for information; and That Council waive the Request for Tender Purchasing Policy Protocol, instead using the Single Source protocol;
Council Meeting May 7, 2025
For · 5–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that Council refer staff report PW2025-014 Cox Asphalt Plant Agreement and By-law 2025-045 - Portable Asphalt Plant Agreement - Cox Construction Limited back to staff for further discussion…
Council Meeting April 3, 2025
For · 6–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that by-law number 2025-039 being a by- law to adopt the estimates of revenue and expenditures for the year 2025 for the Corporation of the Township of Southgate be read a first, second and third time…
Council Meeting - Special March 19, 2025
For · 7–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that the Committee recommend that Council direct staff to fund the general roads reserve equivalent to a 1% increase of the tax rate.
Council Meeting - Special March 19, 2025
For · 7–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that the Committee recommend that Council direct staff to add the Sideroad 24 Micro Surfacing Project at $209,000 to the draft budget, as previously removed at the second-round budget meeting.
Council Meeting January 15, 2025
For · 6–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CL2025-004 be received for information; and That Council consider approval of By-law 2025-005 to enter into a purchase and sale agreement with Dundalk Team Town Hall for the purchase…
Council Meeting December 18, 2024
For · 5–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that by-law number 2024-156 being a by-law to appoint Jim Ellis as the Interim Chief Administrative Officer for the Corporation of the Township of Southgate be read a first, second and third time, finally…
Council Meeting December 18, 2024
For · 6–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CL2024-039 be received for information; and That Council authorize internet and telephone voting as the voting method for the 2026 municipal and school board election by enactment…
Council Meeting December 4, 2024
For · 4–3 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report HR2024-008 be received for information; and That Council approve the COLA increase of 2% to the 2025 Staff Pay Grid effective the first full pay period of 2025;
Council Meeting November 20, 2024
For · 3–3 · LostBe it resolved that Council receive as information Staff Report 2024-096 regarding Wilder Lake Growth Management; and That Council advise developers with Planning Act applications in and around Wilder Lake to coordinate…
Council Meeting November 6, 2024
For · 4–3 · CarriedBe it resolved that Staff Report CAO2024-020 be received for information; and That Council direct the CAO to begin recruitment for the Director of Corporate Services position with a starting date as early as January 2…
Council Meeting October 16, 2024
Against · 3–3 · LostBe it resolved that Council approve the posting of a Senior Manager of Corporate Services full-time position as adopted in the Organization Review.
Council Meeting October 16, 2024
For · 6–0 · CarriedBe it resolved that Council approve the posting of a 2- year contract Customer Service position. Yay (6): Mayor Milne, Deputy Mayor Dobreen, Councillor Rice, Councillor Ferguson, Councillor John, and Councillor Singh…
Council Meeting August 7, 2024
Against · 5–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that by-law number 2024-101 being a by- law to establish fees and charges for certain services provided by the Township of Southgate be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by…
Council Meeting - Special July 18, 2024
For · 4–1 · CarriedBe it resolved that by-law number 2024-096 being a by-law to appoint Deputy Treasurers for the Township of Southgate be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed…
Council Meeting May 15, 2024
For · 4–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that Council amend the third clause of the motion to state: "That Council direct staff to amend the draft Flag Protocol and Proclamation Policy to remove the approval of any proclamation requests…
Council Meeting May 15, 2024
For · 4–2 · CarriedBe it resolved that Council receive Staff Report CL2024- 017 for information; and That Council provide comments on the draft Flag Protocol and Proclamation Policy No. 51 as provided;
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (4)
Council MeetingMay 21, 2025
Committee of AdjustmentFebruary 26, 2025
Council MeetingDecember 20, 2023
Council MeetingFebruary 16, 2022
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 64)
Be it resolved that Council receive item 11.7 Letter from the Minister of Citizenship and Multiculturalism for information.
Council Meeting, September 2, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the June 19, 2026 Grey Bruce Poverty Task Force Meeting Minutes for information.
Council Meeting, August 5, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that the following by-laws dated August 5, 2026 be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, August 5, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that Staff Report PL2026-040 - Edgewood Greens Phase 9 Agreement - Minor Amendment for information.
Council Meeting, July 2, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that Southgate Council receive the correspondence from the Township of Brudenell, Lyndoch and Raglan and the Township of Perry for information; and That Council call on the Federal Government to maintain and protect reduced-rate postal distribution rates for library materials; and That a copy of this and associated correspondence be forwarded to the Minister of Government Transforma
Council Meeting, June 3, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the Consent Agenda dated May 20, 2026 save and except items 11.2 FIN2026-020 - Finance Department Update and 11.5 Municipality of Wawa - Request to Amend Land Transfer Tax Act, for information.
Council Meeting, May 20, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the Consent Agenda dated February 18, 2026 save and except item 11.6 Prince Edward County - Support for Bill 21, Protect Our Food Act, 2025 for information.
Council Meeting, February 18, 2026 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2025-124 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Southgate at its regular meeting held on December 3, 2025 be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, December 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive item 7.1 Team Town Hall Presentation Legacy Fund Grant from Heritage Canada for information; and That Council direct staff to research the grant application process and implications of the Township acting as the primary grant applicant, including a cost analysis for staff time and legal review of entering into a Memorandum of Understanding with Team Town Hall fo
Council Meeting, November 5, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law 2025-104 being a by-law to appoint a Municipal Bylaw Enforcement Officers for the Township of Southgate in accordance with Section 55 of The Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, October 15, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the Consent Agenda dated September 3, 2025, save and except items 13.11 City of St. Catharines - AMO re: Elect Respect Pledge for information.
Council Meeting, September 3, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Township of Southgate formally calls on the Government of Canada and all federal parties to increase the eligibility threshold for the Income Replacement Benefit (IRB) program from $20,000 to no less than $40,000 annually for a single-person household; and That the Township of Southgate Council urges Veterans Affairs Canada to review all income support programs with the int
Council Meeting, August 6, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council amend the second clause of the motion to direct staff to proceed with a combination of options 1 and 2 as outlined in the report; and That Council add a third clause that states “That Council direct staff to make the necessary amendments to the Property Standards By-law and bring back to Council for consideration at a future meeting.”
Council Meeting, June 18, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council refer staff report PW2025-014 Cox Asphalt Plant Agreement and By-law 2025-045 - Portable Asphalt Plant Agreement - Cox Construction Limited back to staff for further discussion and negotiation back to Cox Construction for the following items: Yearly $20,000.00 community contribution from Cox Construction Ensure agreement is clear regarding Council approval of the ex
Council Meeting, May 7, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the items on the Resolutions of other Municipalities consent agenda dated May 7, 2025, as information.
Council Meeting, May 7, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2025-052 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the Township of Southgate at its special meeting held on April 23, 2025 be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting - Special, April 23, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive Staff Report PL2025- 031 for information; and That Council consider approval of By-law 2025-049 to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to sign a Final Servicing Capacity Allocation Agreement with Southgate Renewables Holding Corp, the owner of lands at Concession 2 SWTSR Part Lot 237 Reference Plan 16R-10956 Pt. 1 & 2 Eco Parkway.
Council Meeting, April 16, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the items on the Correspondence consent agenda dated April 16, 2025 as information.
Council Meeting, April 16, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council confirm the agenda as presented.
Council Meeting - Special, March 5, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Committee recommend that Council direct staff to remove the Director of Corporate Services and Director of Public Works and Infrastructure positions from the draft budget and direct the HR Manager to prepare a report for the next meeting on impacts and recommendations to the staff organizational chart.
Council Meeting - Special, March 5, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive Staff Report FIN2025-008 for information; and That Council direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.
Council Meeting - Special, March 5, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that the Committee recommend that Council direct staff to add the new position for the Library as a part-time position at $36,342.00 to the Library Budget to be funded from general taxation.
Council Meeting - Special, February 19, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council direct staff to add the New Position for the Library, as a part-time position, at $36,342.00 to the Library Budget to be funded from general taxation.
Council Meeting - Special, February 19, 2025 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2024-154 being a by- law to authorize the use of internet and telephone voting as an alternative voting method for the 2026 municipal election be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, December 18, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2024-130 being a by-law to regulate traffic and parking on highways within the Township of Southgate road system be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, November 20, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the Schooley Mitchell Cost Reduction Experts delegation presented by Neil Brady.
Council Meeting, November 6, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2024-133 being a by-law to authorize an amending purchase and sale agreement between 2821921 Ontario Inc and the Township of Southgate be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, November 6, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council separate the vote.
Council Meeting, October 16, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive Staff Report PL2024- 091 regarding Township Zoning By-law, Review of Section 5.1 Accessory Buildings and Structures; and That a public meeting be held on changes to Sections 3 (definitions), 5.1 (accessory uses), 5.18 (swimming pools) and interior side yards in some Residential Zones (R1, R2, R3 and R5) in the Zoning By-law as outlined in the Staff Report.
Council Meeting, October 16, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive staff report FIN2024- 019 for information; and That Council approve funding the overage of $15,045 with gapping dollars and tax stabilization reserve, if required.
Council Meeting, October 2, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2024-112 being a by- law to authorize the execution of a Site Plan Control Agreement be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, September 18, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council approve the items on the Regular Business consent agenda dated September 18, 2024 and direct staff to proceed with all necessary administrative actions.
Council Meeting, September 18, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the items on the Resolutions of other Municipalities consent agenda dated September 18, 2024 as information.
Council Meeting, September 18, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the items on the Correspondence consent agenda dated September 4, 2024 save and except items 11.2.1 AMO Correspondence - OMA Resolution Campaign, SALC Regulations, and Advocacy Updates as information.
Council Meeting, September 4, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law number 2024-101 being a by- law to establish fees and charges for certain services provided by the Township of Southgate be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book. Yay (5): Mayor Milne, Councillor Rice, Councillor Ferguson, Councillor Shipston, and Co
Council Meeting, August 7, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive Staff Report SIO2024- 005 for information; and That Council direct staff to enter into an agreement with GHD Digital to migrate the existing municipal website from the iCreate platform to the GovStack platform; and, That Council direct staff to include $18,200 in the 2025 budget to cover the costs to migrate to the GovStack platform.
Council Meeting, August 7, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive Staff Report PL2024- 062 for information; and That Council consider By-law 2024-094 to rezone 185610 Grey Road 09 to permit a 750 square meters On-Farm Diversified Use (shop and power room) with 500 square meters outdoor storage, and That Site Plan Approval apply to the On-Farm Diversified Use (OFDU).
Council Meeting, August 7, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive Staff Report PL2024- 064 for information; and That the proponent and Industry Canada be advised that the municipal land use consultation process has been completed according to the Township’s Telecommunication Facility Policy; and That upon receipt of a letter of undertaking from the proponent permitting the Township to install radio telecommunication equipment
Council Meeting, August 7, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that by-law 2024-102 being a by-law to establish a highway in the former Township of Proton (Consent file B2-24) be read a first, second and third time, finally passed, signed by the Mayor and the Clerk, sealed with the seal of the Corporation and entered into the by-law book.
Council Meeting, August 7, 2024 · Carried
Be it resolved that Council receive the items on the Correspondence consent agenda dated August 7, 2024 save and except items 12.2.9 - Saugeen Mobility Correspondence - Contribution Request - Get Together as information.
Council Meeting, August 7, 2024 · Carried
In the record
129meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
920votes in 2022Local Councillor
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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