Mayoral Decisions

Mayor of the Municipality of Huron Shores Granted Strong Mayor Powers

Under Ontario Regulation 530/22, Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001, the Mayor of the Municipality of Huron Shores has been granted “strong mayor powers.” These authorities are intended to support provincial priorities and enhance municipal decision-making.

In accordance with these powers, the Mayor has issued the following mayoral decisions:

Mayoral Decision 25-01	Delegation of Chief Administrative Officer
Mayoral Decision 25-02	Employment Matters
Mayoral Decision 25-03	Organizational Structure
Mayoral Decision 25-04	Establish or Dissolve Committees of Council
Mayoral Decision 25-05	By-law Passed at May 14, 2025 Council Meeting
Mayoral Decision 25-06	By-law Passed at June 11, 2025 Council Meeting

What Are Strong Mayor Powers?

Strong Mayor Powers are a set of authorities granted by the Province of Ontario under Ontario Regulation 530/22, Part VI.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001. These powers are designed to help mayors more effectively advance provincial priorities such as housing, infrastructure, and economic development.

For municipalities designated under this regulation, including the Municipality of Huron Shores, the Mayor is provided with additional tools to:

• Direct municipal staff to carry out specific functions.
• Appoint the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) and certain department heads.
• Prepare and present the municipal budget.
• Veto by-laws passed by Council that are inconsistent with provincial priorities, subject to an override by a two-thirds Council vote.

These powers aim to support efficient governance and alignment with key provincial initiatives. While Council continues to play a critical legislative and oversight role, the Mayor now holds greater responsibility for driving strategic decisions that affect the future of our community.