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Nominations are open for the 2024 Mayor’s Awards
November 7, 2024Mayor announces support of enhanced safety and enforcement measures in downtown Guelph
October 28, 2024Today, Mayor Cam Guthrie expressed his strong support in favour of the enhanced patrols, activities, and safety measures announced by the Guelph Police Service in their recent media release. Continue reading Mayor announces support of enhanced safety and enforcement measures in downtown Guelph
Mayor Guthrie invites public to attend town hall meetings to discuss 2025 budget
October 28, 2024Mayor Guthrie shares draft 2025 budget update
October 17, 2024City announces implementation of online Lobbyist Registry, bylaw in effect October 1
September 30, 2024City Council approves Public Space Use bylaw
August 29, 2024City of Guelph appoints new Chief Administrative Officer
August 27, 2024City of Guelph advocates on municipal funding, community health, and housing stability among other priorities at the 2024 AMO conference
August 21, 2024Statement from Mayor Guthrie about University of Guelph 2024 Fall semester housing options
June 13, 2024I have made it clear to the University leadership that I am disappointed, and I expect them to actively participate in finding solutions. Continue reading Statement from Mayor Guthrie about University of Guelph 2024 Fall semester housing options
Guelph opens micro-grant program for youth-led climate action
May 8, 2024The City of Guelph launched its Youth Climate Action Fund (YCAF) micro-grant program. Micro-grants range from $1,500 to $6,500 and are available for youth ages 15 to 24 to design and implement climate change solutions. Apply online by 4 p.m. on June 21, 2024. Continue reading Guelph opens micro-grant program for youth-led climate action
City of Guelph seeks property donations for a temporary structured encampment
March 27, 2024Mayor directs staff to reduce 2025 property tax levy and help with housing and homelessness
February 28, 2024Mayor Cam Guthrie signed three mayoral orders directing City staff to establish the 2025 confirmation budget at a property tax impact of under four (4) per cent; identify opportunities for underutilized City-owned assets, including City-owned surface parking lots, which can be transformed into housing; and present information about what it takes to establish a temporary structured encampment site for those experiencing homelessness. Continue reading Mayor directs staff to reduce 2025 property tax levy and help with housing and homelessness
Guelph City Council hears delegations and determines next steps for proposed Public Space Use bylaw
February 15, 2024Notice of passing municipal-wide development charges bylaw
February 2, 2024Public Space Use bylaw: special Council meeting February 14
February 1, 2024City’s Chief Administrative Officer announces plan to retire
January 25, 2024Guelph City Council directs development of Public Space Use bylaw to address safety concerns
January 17, 2024At the Council planning meeting held on January 16, City Council unanimously passed a motion directing City staff to draft a Public Space Use bylaw to address safety concerns regarding encampments and related activities on lands owned or operated by the City. Continue reading Guelph City Council directs development of Public Space Use bylaw to address safety concerns
City of Guelph to receive federal funding to help build more homes, faster
January 12, 2024Council adopts Guelph’s 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget
November 29, 2023City of Guelph releases first four-year budget
November 3, 2023Today, the City of Guelph released the 2024-2027 Multi-Year Budget. The budget was built based on direction from the Council-approved Future Guelph strategic plan. Continue reading City of Guelph releases first four-year budget
Mayor Guthrie sets the record straight about housing starts in Guelph
October 25, 2023Guelph is one of the fastest growing communities in Ontario. We are ready to help home builders and businesses thrive here. Continue reading Mayor Guthrie sets the record straight about housing starts in Guelph