Adam Cooper
Councillor · seen 2022-12-15 to 2026-09-15 · served 2022–2026
147substantive motions movedof 147 meetings the minutes record them at
50procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
213substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
9meetings recorded absentof 147 they were on the record for
1464–59recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample
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Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedaccordance with sections 239(2) (h) and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001 , the Council of the City of Cambridge convenes in closed session at 6:00 p.m. to consider the following subject matter: 1.
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedCouncil rise from Closed Session held September 15, 2026 to reconvene in Open Session at 6:50 p.m.
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe following items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for September 15, 2026, be adopted as recommended: 7.1 26-019-CFS - 2026 Operating Financial Update – June Forecast 7.2 26-020-CFS - 2026 Capital Financial…
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 7–2 · Carriedstaff to decline the offer from the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing regarding the Development Charges Reduction Program due to the significant financial burden for Cambridge property taxpayers;
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedto sections 10.17 and 19.1 of the Procedural By-law 23-035, the notice requirements be waived to consider the Financial Forecast to Inform Future Budget Considerations motion at the September 15th 2026 Special Council…
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedCouncil recognizes the importance of balancing affordability for taxpayers with the need to maintain service levels, invest in municipal infrastructure, support community growth, and ensure the long-term financial…
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedall presentations and correspondence from the September 15, 2026 Special Council Meeting be received.
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedBy-laws as listed on the agenda dated September 15, 2026, be adopted as follows: 11.1 By-law for Part Lot Control Exemption - Block 80, Plan 58M-685 11.2 By-law to Amend Zoning By-law 150-85 with Respect to Lands…
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe by-law to confirm the proceedings of the September 15, 2026 Special Council Meeting of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge be passed.
Special Council Meeting September 15, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe September 15, 2026 Council meeting does now adjourn at 8:37 p.m.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 8–0 · Carriedaccordance with Sections 239(2) (e), (f), and (k) of the Municipal Act, 2001, the Council of the City of Cambridge convenes in closed session at 5:30 p.m.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedrise from Closed Sessions held July 16th and July 21st to reconvene in Open Session at 6:45 p.m.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe new proposed Council-Staff Relations Policy included under item 11.1.1 to report 26-008-CRS.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedall items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for July 21, 2026 be adopted as recommended: 12.1 Special Council Workshop Minutes – June 12, 2026; 12.2 Special Council Meeting Minutes – June 16, 2026;
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedReporting That Council receive a quarterly report outlining all water allocation applications, including new applications received, approvals, pending applications, changes in status, allocations issued, and any other…
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe Water Allocation By-law pursuant to Section 86.1 of the Municipal Act, 2001, including the Water Allocation Policy and Prioritization Framework attached as Appendix A to Report 26-064-PG as Amended ;
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
Against · 4–5 · Defeateda modified Official Plan Amendment and Zoning By-law Amendment for 210, 218, 226 King Street East and 229 Queenston Road to permit a mixed use building up to 16 storeys in height.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe Zoning By-law Amendment for 4 Attwater Drive and 2321 Dundas Street South to rezone the properties from Residential RM3 with site specific regulations to Residential R3 with site specific regulations in By-law…
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe proposed Zoning By-law Amendment for 1390 Pineview Avenue to rezone the lands from Residential RS1 in By-law 150-85 to Residential R2 with site specific and holding provisions in By-law 26-007 to permit eight (8)…
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe proposed Official Plan Amendment for 130 Guelph Avenue to change the land use designation from Business Industrial to High Density Residential.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedOption 2 as outlined in Appendix A to Report 26-063-PG to use the Affordable Housing Reserve Fund to purchase land to support the development of affordable rental housing.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedFranklin Boulevard is a central conduit of transportation in the City Cambridge; WHEREAS the residential areas surrounding Franklin Boulevard are densely populated, with many homes, and their backyards, located closely…
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedCambridge is home to a significant number of heritage properties that contribute to the community’s identity, character, and sense of place;
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedpresentations and correspondence from the July 21, 2026 Council Meeting be received.
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedfollowing by-laws dated July 21, 2026 be ADOPTED as follows: 20.1 By-law to Exempt Part Lot Control - Part of Block 1 58M-697 - 155 Equestrian Way 20.2 By-law to Adopt Water Allocation Policy as Amended 20.3 By-law…
Council Meeting July 21, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedto confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge be PASSED
For · 9–0 · Carried
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedCouncil rise from Closed Session and reconvene in Open Session at 6:32 p.m.
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe following items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for June 23, 2026, be adopted as recommended: 9.1 Planning Statutory Public Meeting Minutes – May 5, 2026; 9.2 Council Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026;
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe Council-Staff Relations Policy attached as Appendix A to Report 26-008-CRS back to staff.
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · CarriedOlder Adult Strategy 2026-2031. AND d irect staff to create a phased implementation plan for the recommendations and present them for consideration as part of future budget plans.
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 8–1 · Carriedthe proposed Official Plan Amendment for 8 Schofield Street to redesignate the lands from Low/Medium Density Residential to High Density Residential;
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 7–2 · Carriedthe proposed Official Plan Amendment for 160 Blenheim Road to modify the limits of the Natural Open Space System and Low/Medium Density Residential designations.
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedin accordance with Section 13.7 of the procedure by-law that this meeting be extended until the conclusion of all business;
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe proposed designation of 704 Eagle Street North, Council chooses: OPTION 1 – Approve the Designation Approve designation of the property by enacting a designation by-law in accordance with subsection 29() of…
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 7–2 · Carriedthe proposed designation of 295 Ainslie Street South under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act , Council chooses: Option 1 – Approve the Designation Approve designation of the property municipally known as…
For · 9–0 · Carried
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe City owns a number of buildings and properties, including heritage buildings that are important to the community’s cultural identity and historical character;
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe rules of procedure be waived to consider a time sensitive motion concerning the Hespeler Reunion.
Council Meeting June 23, 2026
For · 9–0 · Carriedthe Great Hespeler Reunion is a longstanding community celebration occurring every ten years and attracting residents and visitors to Cambridge;
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (9)
Planning - Statutory Public MeetingFebruary 10, 2026
Special Council Meeting - WorkshopFebruary 9, 2026
Special Council MeetingJanuary 13, 2026
Council MeetingOctober 8, 2024
Special Council Meeting - WorkshopMay 2, 2024
Council MeetingDecember 5, 2023
Special Council Meeting - WorkshopAugust 17, 2023
Special Council MeetingAugust 17, 2023
Special Council Meeting - WorkshopJune 8, 2023
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 147)
the following items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for September 15, 2026, be adopted as recommended: 7.1 26-019-CFS - 2026 Operating Financial Update – June Forecast 7.2 26-020-CFS - 2026 Capital Financial Update – June Forecast 7.3 26-077-PG - Create New Lots on Pilkington Way – Part Lot Control Exemption Application 7.4 26-078-PG - Remove Development Restriction – 579 Grand Ridge Dr
Special Council Meeting, September 15, 2026 · Carried
the following items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for June 23, 2026, be adopted as recommended: 9.1 Planning Statutory Public Meeting Minutes – May 5, 2026; 9.2 Council Meeting Minutes – May 12, 2026; 9.3 Council Meeting Minutes – May 26, 2026; 9.4 Council Information Package – May 29, 2026; 9.5 Council Information Package – June 12, 2026; 9.6 26-020-CS – Supplementary Municipally Sig
Council Meeting, June 23, 2026 · Carried
THAT Council Rise from Closes Session and reconvene in open session at 6:30 p.m. In Favour (8): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett Absent (1): Councillor Devine
Council Meeting, May 12, 2026 · Carried
all items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for April 21, 2026, be adopted as recommended.
Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
By-laws listed on the agenda dated April 21, 2026, be ADOPTED Being a By-law to appoint a Fire Chief/Deputy Fire Chief(s) Being a By-law to exempt certain lots or blocks pursuant to subsection 50(5) of the Planning Act - Block 117 on Registered Plan 58M-720
Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
the following motion moved and
Special Council Meeting, April 14, 2026 · Carried
the following by-law listed under the heading of Introduction and Consideration of By-laws be enacted and passed: 8.1 Being a By-law to authorize the use of alternative voting methods and vote count equipment for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election 8.2 Being a By-law to amend By-law 191-03 in respect of election signs
Special Council Meeting, April 14, 2026 · Carried
Report 26-001-CRS Advisory Committee Appointments be received; AND THAT Confidential Appendices “B”, “C”, “D”, “E”, and “F” to Report 26-001-CRS be received and remain confidential; AND THAT the following individuals be appointed to the Accessibility Advisory Committee for the term of Council ending November 14, 2026: Victoria McShannon, Darcy Edwards, Liam Stiles, Matthew Wren; AND THAT the follo
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Carried
by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge be PASSED.
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Carried
By-law 26-029 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge be passed.
Council Meeting, February 24, 2026 · Carried
AMENDMENT 4 THAT recommendations 1 and 2 be amended by replacing 6.0 m with 7.0 m ; AND THAT recommendation 3 - sentence of Section 4.18 (b) and (c) not be deleted , but amended as follows: "Notwithstanding the above, in no case shall the front yard for the attached private garage facing the street or highway be less than 7.0 m "
Council Meeting, February 3, 2026 · Carried
THAT Cambridge City Council request that the Veteran Committee report back by the end of the first quarter 2026 on installation of Commemorative Veteran Crosswalks or Veteran Memorial initiatives in core areas through sponsorship funding: Proposed locations Option designs and all related costs Sponsorship initiatives to cover costs of installation of crosswalks
Council Meeting, December 15, 2025 · Carried
MOTION AS AMENDED WHEREAS a veterans crosswalk stands as a lasting tribute to those who served our nation and ensured the peace and freedom that we enjoy today. AND WHEREAS these visually stunning crosswalks serve as public art that create a visual tribute, reminding both drivers and pedestrians of the courage and sacrifice of veterans and fostering a sense of national pride and respect. AND WHERE
Council Meeting, December 15, 2025 · Carried
Council receives the Parks and Recreation Development Charges – Update Study and By-Law as outlined in report 25-006-CFS; AND THAT staff receive comments from the public and key stakeholders regarding the Parks and Recreation Development Charges – Update Study and draft by-law prior to finalizing the information for Council approval; AND THAT the cut off date for public comments be February 16, 20
Planning - Statutory Public Meeting, November 25, 2025 · Carried
THAT Council receives the Parks and Recreation Development Charges – Update Study and By-Law as outlined in report 25-006-CFS; AND THAT staff receive comments from the public and key stakeholders regarding the Parks and Recreation Development Charges – Update Study and draft by-law prior to finalizing the information for Council approval; AND THAT the cut off date for public comments be February 1
Planning - Statutory Public Meeting, November 25, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-011-CFS Affordable Housing Development 579 Grand Ridge Drive and 25 Chalmers Street South be received; AND THAT Part Lot 14 Concession 10 North Dumfries Part 1 on 67R-3793 and municipally known as 579 Grand Ridge Drive be declared surplus; AND THAT Parts 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 on draft reference plan 64724_001-R1 prepared by MTE Ontario Land Surveyors Ltd., being a portion of municipal addr
Council Meeting, November 13, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-011-CFS Affordable Housing Development 579 Grand Ridge Drive and 25 Chalmers Street South be received; AND THAT Part Lot 14 Concession 10 North Dumfries Part 1 on 67R-3793 and municipally known as 579 Grand Ridge Drive be declared surplus; AND THAT Parts 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 on draft reference plan 64724_001-R1 prepared by MTE Ontario Land Surveyors Ltd., being a portion of municipal
Council Meeting, November 13, 2025 · Carried
this council understands that the need for affordable rental housing not only applies to new builds but also to the protection of existing affordable units. WHEREAS the removal of rent control in 2018 on any new residential rental unit opened the door to excessive year over year rent increases and the resulting anxiety and mental anguish that come with unpredictable rental costs and loss of housin
Council Meeting, October 28, 2025 · Carried
all presentations and correspondence from the October 28, 2025 Council meeting be received.
Council Meeting, October 28, 2025 · Carried
WHEREAS this council understands that the need for affordable rental housing not only applies to new builds but also to the protection of existing affordable units. WHEREAS the removal of rent control in 2018 on any new residential rental unit opened the door to excessive year over year rent increases and the resulting anxiety and mental anguish that come with unpredictable rental costs and loss o
Council Meeting, October 28, 2025 · Carried
THAT all presentations and correspondence from the October 28, 2025 Council meeting be received. In Favour (9): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett
Council Meeting, October 28, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-015-IFS Energy Conservation Demand Management (ECDM) Plan Update 2025-2029 be received; AND FURTHER THAT Council consider the resources required for implementation of the specific initiatives through future budget cycles and grant applications.
Council Meeting, September 23, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-015-IFS Energy Conservation Demand Management (ECDM) Plan Update 2025-2029 be received; AND FURTHER THAT Council consider the resources required for implementation of the specific initiatives through future budget cycles and grant applications. In Favour (6): Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Hamilton, and Mayor Liggett Oppose
Council Meeting, September 23, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-001-CS Recreation Complex Public Art Recommendation be received; AND THAT the recommended finalist as presented by the Recreation Complex Public Art Jury and Arts and Culture Advisory Committee be accepted; AND THAT Council direct staff to award the contract and approve the commissioning of the Public Art piece; AND THAT ongoing maintenance and preservation costs be funded by the Public
Council Meeting, September 2, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-001-CS Recreation Complex Public Art Recommendation be received; AND THAT the recommended finalist as presented by the Recreation Complex Public Art Jury and Arts and Culture Advisory Committee be accepted; AND THAT Council direct staff to award the contract and approve the commissioning of the Public Art piece; AND THAT ongoing maintenance and preservation costs be funded by the Pu
Council Meeting, September 2, 2025 · Carried
all items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for July 22, 2025 be adopted as recommended.
Council Meeting, July 22, 2025 · Carried
THAT all items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for July 22, 2025 be adopted as recommended. In Favour (8): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett Absent (1): Councillor Earnshaw
Council Meeting, July 22, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-033-CRS Regional Working Group Firework Recommendations be
Council Meeting, June 17, 2025 · Deferred
THAT Report 25-033-CRS Regional Working Group Firework Recommendations be
Council Meeting, June 17, 2025 · Deferred
all presentations and correspondence from the June 3rd, 2025 Planning - Statutory Public Meeting Committee be received.
Planning - Statutory Public Meeting, June 3, 2025 · Carried
THAT all presentations and correspondence from the June 3rd, 2025 Planning - Statutory Public Meeting Committee be received. In Favour (9): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett
Planning - Statutory Public Meeting, June 3, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-011-IFS Critical Ice Making Component Replacements Dickson and Duncan McIntosh Arenas be received; AND THAT the creation of capital project A/01726-40 Duncan McIntosh Arena – Ice Equipment Repairs be approved and the funding in the amount of $407,000 be transferred to the project from the Infrastructure Renewal Reserve Fund; AND FURTHER THAT the creation of capital project A/01727-40 Dic
Council Meeting, May 13, 2025 · Carried
the following by-laws listed under the heading of Introduction and Consideration of By-laws be enacted and passed: 25-029 Being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 90 of the City of Cambridge Official Plan (2012), as amended with respect to land municipally known as 579 Grand Ridge Road 25-030 Being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 150-85, as amended, with respect to land municipally known as 579 Grand
Council Meeting, May 13, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-011-IFS Critical Ice Making Component Replacements Dickson and Duncan McIntosh Arenas be received; AND THAT the creation of capital project A/01726-40 Duncan McIntosh Arena – Ice Equipment Repairs be approved and the funding in the amount of $407,000 be transferred to the project from the Infrastructure Renewal Reserve Fund; AND FURTHER THAT the creation of capital project A/01727-4
Council Meeting, May 13, 2025 · Carried
THAT the following by-laws listed under the heading of Introduction and Consideration of By-laws be enacted and passed: 25-029 Being a by-law to adopt Amendment No. 90 of the City of Cambridge Official Plan (2012), as amended with respect to land municipally known as 579 Grand Ridge Road 25-030 Being a by-law to amend Zoning By-law 150-85, as amended, with respect to land municipally known as 579
Council Meeting, May 13, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-009-CD being a Recommendation Report for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments – 25 Chalmers Street South, be received; AND THAT Council approves Official Plan Amendment No. 89 as recommended by staff to apply site specific policy 8.10.124 to the lands currently designated Low/Medium Density Residential to facilitate a mixed-use multi-unit residential development; AND THAT Council a
Council Meeting, April 29, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-009-CD being a Recommendation Report for Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments – 25 Chalmers Street South, be received; AND THAT Council approves Official Plan Amendment No. 89 as recommended by staff to apply site specific policy 8.10.124 to the lands currently designated Low/Medium Density Residential to facilitate a mixed-use multi-unit residential development; AND THAT Coun
Council Meeting, April 29, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-004-CRS Appointment of Officers be received; AND THAT the by-law attached as Appendix "A" to Report 25-004-CRS providing for the appointment of an Acting Chief Financial Officer / Treasurer and Acting Deputy Chief Financial Officer / Deputy Treasurer for the Corporation of the City of Cambridge, be enacted.
Council Meeting, April 15, 2025 · Carried
a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge
Council Meeting, April 15, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-004-CRS Appointment of Officers be received; AND THAT the by-law attached as Appendix "A" to Report 25-004- CRS providing for the appointment of an Acting Chief Financial Officer / Treasurer and Acting Deputy Chief Financial Officer / Deputy Treasurer for the Corporation of the City of Cambridge, be enacted. In Favour (8): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Co
Council Meeting, April 15, 2025 · Carried
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138meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
1,336votes in 2022Local Councillor
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