Terms of Service
- 2010-2014: Councillor (Ward 10)
- 2018-2026: Councillor (Ward 10)
Voting Record
All Votes
| Statistic | Count |
|---|---|
| Total Votes | 9,975 |
| Voted Yea | 7,735 (77.5%) |
| Voted Nay | 1,074 (10.8%) |
| Absent | 640 (6.4%) |
| Recused (conflict of interest) | 78 (0.8%) |
| Abstained | 23 (0.2%) |
| Other/Unrecorded | 425 (4.3%) |
Recused = declared a pecuniary interest and stepped out of the vote, an ethical/legal requirement - not the same as being absent.
Substantive Votes
Excludes procedural motions (minutes approval, adjournment, “be received”, etc.)
| Statistic | Count |
|---|---|
| Substantive Votes | 7,534 |
| Voted Yea | 5,538 (83.8%) |
| Voted Nay | 1,074 (16.2%) |
Dissent on Contested Votes
Only counts non-unanimous votes where the councillor participated
- Dissent Rate: 33.1%
- Contested Votes: 2,930
Dissent = voting against the final outcome (e.g., voting “nay” on a motion that passed)
Budget Votes
Votes on budget-related items (budget committee meetings, tax, levy, fiscal, appropriation, expenditure)
| Statistic | Count |
|---|---|
| Budget Votes | 1,279 |
| Voted Yea | 956 (78.6%) |
| Voted Nay | 261 (21.4%) |
| Absent | 39 |
Attendance
- Attendance Rate: 95.4%
- Meetings Attended: 575 of 603
- Meetings Missed: 28
- Trend: Stable -
Attendance by Year:
- 2023: 98.3% (57/58 meetings)
- 2024: 98.4% (62/63 meetings)
- 2025: 96.4% (53/55 meetings)
- 2026: 96.8% (30/31 meetings)
Voting Alignment
Most aligned with:
- Steve Lehman (92.3%)
- Peter Cuddy (92.2%)
- Steve Hillier (92.1%)
Least aligned with:
- Sam Trosow (78.1%)
- David Ferreira (83.1%)
- Skylar Franke (85.0%)
Committee Activity Breakdown
| Committee | Votes | Yea | Nay | Participation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Council | 6,425 | 5,210 | 702 | 92.0% |
| Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee | 2,462 | 1,621 | 241 | 75.6% |
| Civic Works Committee | 533 | 463 | 35 | 93.4% |
| Budget Committee | 189 | 118 | 68 | 98.4% |
| Corporate Services Committee | 187 | 168 | 9 | 94.7% |
| Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee | 179 | 155 | 19 | 97.2% |
Notable Dissenting Votes
Recent split votes where Paul Van Meerbergen voted against the final outcome:
2026-09-22: (2.3) 725 Notre Dame Drive - Z-26073 (Relates to Bill No. 335)
That, on the recommendation of the Director, Planning and Development, the following actions be taken with respect to the application of Wastell Homes relating to the property located at 725 Notre Dam…
Voted Nay - Motion Passed (12 to 3)
2026-09-22: By-laws
That Introduction and First Reading of Bill No. 335, BE APPROVED.
Voted Nay - Motion Passed (12 to 3)
2026-09-22: By-laws
That Second Reading of Bill No. 335, BE APPROVED.
Voted Nay - Motion Passed (12 to 3)
2026-09-22: By-laws
That Third Reading and Enactment of Bill No. 335, BE APPROVED.
Voted Nay - Motion Passed (12 to 3)
2026-08-25: (2.2) Proposed Winter Response for 2026-2027 (Relates to Bill No. 301)
That the following part BE APPROVED: i) Council approval of the proposed Ark Aid location be required prior to the execution of any contract related to that location;
Voted Yea - Motion Failed (5 to 10)
2026-08-25: (2.3) Housing Stability Services Procurement and Delivery Framework - Emergency Shelter Guidelines 2011 vs. 2026 Comparative Analysis
That the following part BE APPROVED: d) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to amend the Emergency Shelter Guidelines, as appended to the above-noted staff report as Appendix “A”, to: i. remove any p…
Voted Yea - Motion Failed (7 to 8)
2026-08-25: (2.3) Housing Stability Services Procurement and Delivery Framework - Emergency Shelter Guidelines 2011 vs. 2026 Comparative Analysis
That the following part BE APPROVED: d) the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to amend the Emergency Shelter Guidelines, as appended to the above-noted staff report as Appendix “A”, to: ii. remove any …
Voted Yea - Motion Failed (6 to 9)
2026-08-25: (2.3) Housing Stability Services Procurement and Delivery Framework - Emergency Shelter Guidelines 2011 vs. 2026 Comparative Analysis
That Council convenes In Closed session for the purpose of considering the following: A matter that is subject to solicitor-client privilege, including communications necessary for that purpose with r…
Voted Nay - Motion Passed (9 to 6)
2026-07-21: (2.2) Canada Public Transit Fund - Baseline Funding – Contribution Agreement (Relates to Bill No. 268)
That, on the recommendation of the Deputy City Manager, Finance Supports, the following actions be taken:
a) the proposed by-law, as appended to the staff report dated July 15, 2026 as Appendix …
Voted Nay - Motion Passed (12 to 3)
2026-07-21: (4.5) By-law Enforcement Administrative Fees
That the Civic Administration BE DIRECTED to review the application of the administrative fee and any cost recovery associated with PW-15, Yard and Lot Maintenance by-law initial work order when it is…
Voted Yea - Motion Failed (7 to 8)
Committees Served
- Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee
- Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee
- City Council
- Planning and Environment Committee
- Budget Committee
- Corporate Services Committee
- Civic Works Committee
- Community and Protective Services Committee
Recent Meetings (533 total)
- 9th Meeting of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee - Tue Oct 6 2026
- 15th Meeting of the Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee - Mon Oct 5 2026
- 14th Meeting of Council - Tue Sep 22 2026
- 14th Meeting of the Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee - Mon Sep 14 2026
- 13th Meeting of Council - Tue Aug 25 2026
- 13th Meeting of the Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee - Wed Aug 12 2026
- 12th Meeting of Council - Tue Jul 21 2026
- 12th Meeting of the Infrastructure and Corporate Services Committee - Wed Jul 15 2026
- 10th Special Meeting of Council - Wed Jun 17 2026
- 8th Meeting of the Strategic Priorities and Policy Committee - Tue Jun 16 2026