The Municipality is committed to conducting its business in an open and transparent manner. However, there are limited circumstances under the Municipal Act, 2001 where Council or a Committee may meet in a closed session to discuss confidential matters. If a resident believes that Council or a Committee has held a meeting that was closed to the public contrary to the Act, they may request an independent Closed Meeting Investigation.
Closed meeting investigations are conducted by an appointed Closed Meeting Investigator, who reviews the circumstances and determines whether the meeting complied with the open meeting rules under the Municipal Act. The Investigator’s findings and any resulting recommendations are reported publicly to Council.
To request an investigation, please submit a written complaint outlining the date, time, and subject of the meeting in question. Complaints may be submitted confidentially and will be handled in accordance with the Municipality’s Closed Meeting Investigation Policy.