Ross Earnshaw
Councillor · seen 2022-12-15 to 2026-09-15 · served 2022–2026
257substantive motions movedof 147 meetings the minutes record them at
91procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
194substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
5meetings recorded absentof 147 they were on the record for
1539–51recorded 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
For · 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 · 7–0 · CarriedTHAT, in accordance with Sections 239(2) (a), (f), (h) 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 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.
Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (5)
Council MeetingJuly 22, 2025
Council MeetingMay 27, 2025
Special Council Meeting - WorkshopJuly 4, 2024
Council MeetingMay 14, 2024
Special Council Meeting - WorkshopMarch 21, 2024
Substantive motions moved (showing the 40 most recent of 257)
the new proposed Council-Staff Relations Policy included under item 11.1.1 to report 26-008-CRS.
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Carried
following 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 Amendment to Zoning By-law 26-007 - Water Allocation 20.4 By-law Amendment to Zoning By-law 150-85 - Water Allocation 20.7 By-law to Amend the City of Cambridge Zoning By-law 26-007 wit
Council Meeting, July 21, 2026 · Carried
the 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 295 Ainslie Street South by enacting a designation by-law in accordance with subsection 29(8) of the Ontario Heritage Act ; and Direct the City Clerk to provide notice of passing of
Council Meeting, June 23, 2026 · Carried
By-laws as listed on the agenda dated June 23, 2026, be ADOPTED as follows: 16.1 By-law to Designate the Property known as 78 Barrie Street under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. 16.5 By-law to Designate the Property Known as 745 Chilligo Road under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act. 16.9 By-law to Designate the Property known as 24-28 Queens Square under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act
Council Meeting, June 23, 2026 · Carried
Refuse the proposed Official Plan Amendment (OP06/25) for Chilligo Road to redesignate the lands from Prime Agricultural and Natural Open Space System to Low/Medium Density Residential and Natural Open Space System designations. In Favour (7): Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett Opposed (2): Council
Council Meeting, May 26, 2026 · Carried
THAT By-law 26-052 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge be PASSED. In Favour (9): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett
Council Meeting, May 26, 2026 · Carried
THAT By-laws as listed on the agenda dated May 12, 2026, be ADOPTED as follows: In Favour (7): Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett Opposed (1): Councillor Shwery Absent (1): Councillor Devine
Council Meeting, May 12, 2026 · Carried
MOTION AS AMENDED Council Endorse the applications receiving less than $4,999 in funding, which meet the program Guidelines outlined in A09-FIN 004, Community Grants Program as approved by the Community Grants review Committee; Council Approve applications between $5,000 and $25,000 as recommended by the Community Grants Review Committee, which meet the Program Guidelines in A09-FIN 004, Community
Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge
Council Meeting, April 21, 2026 · Carried
Option 4: Hybrid Model - Paper with Tabulator and Internet Voting be approved as the voting methods to be used for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election; AND THAT the voting methods by-law included in Appendix A to report 25-044-CRS Voting Methods for the 2026 Municipal and School Board Election be presented to Council for enactment; AND FURTHER THAT the by-law attached in Appendix E to rep
Special Council Meeting, April 14, 2026 · Carried
the refined Galt Core Heritage Conservation District Boundary as shown in Appendix A to Report 26-013-PG be incorporated into the final Galt Core Heritage Conservation District Plan and Guidelines.
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Defeated
the Designation By-law for 35 Oak Street in accordance with Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Carried
Council, having considered the Notice of Objection submitted under the Ontario Heritage Act, determine not to withdraw the Notice of Intention to Designate AND THAT Council enact a by-law to designate the property at 11 Cameron Street under Part IV, Section 29 of the Ontario Heritage Act.
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Defeated
Council, having considered the Notice of Objection submitted under subsection 29(5) of the Ontario Heritage Act, determine under subsection 29(6) of the Act not to withdraw the Notice of Intention to Designate for the property municipally known as 29 Roseview Avenue; AND THAT Council enact a by-law to designate the property municipally known as 29 Roseview Avenue in accordance with subsection 29(8
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Defeated
the Designated Heritage Property Grant Program is funded through the City’s Operating Budget with a total of $30,000 available annually to help pay for conservation and restoration work on designated heritage properties; WHEREAS the grant program currently has the potential to assist 6 property owners per year to a maximum potential grant of $5000; WHEREAS the Heritage Conservation Reserve Fund ha
Council Meeting, March 24, 2026 · Carried
Report 26-014-PG regarding the designation of property municipally known as 11 Cameron Street in accordance with subsection 29(8) of the Ontario Heritage Act be
Special Council Meeting, February 26, 2026 · Deferred
Report 26-021-PG regarding the designation of property municipally known as 29 Roseview Avenue in accordance with subsection 29(8) of the Ontario Heritage Act be
Special Council Meeting, February 26, 2026 · Deferred
Report 26-017-PG regarding the designation of property municipally known as 35 Oak Street in accordance with subsection 29(8) of the Ontario Heritage Act be
Special Council Meeting, February 26, 2026 · Deferred
staff be authorized to execute a funding agreement with the Cambridge Food Bank (CFB) to provide for a $1.5 million contribution to its acquisition of a new property at 384 Franklin Boulevard; AND THAT staff be directed to fund this contribution from the Core Area Transformation Reserve.
Council Meeting, February 24, 2026 · Carried
Economic Development Staff be directed to conduct an economic analysis of the HCD Boundary request; AND THAT the Clerk be directed to schedule a consultation meeting with invitation to those impacted, as well as Council, and the downtown BIA executives: AND THAT Staff report back to Council in March 2026.
Council Meeting, February 24, 2026 · Carried
the Council Meeting by extended until 11 p.m.
Council Meeting, February 24, 2026 · Carried
the following by-law listed under the heading of Introduction and Consideration of By-laws be enacted and passed: 26-009 - Being a by-law to Designate the Property known as 4860 Townline Road, as being of Cultural and Heritage Value or Interest under Part IV of the Ontario Heritage Act 26-010 - Being a by-law to Designate the Property known as 119 Wellington Street, as being of Cultural and Herita
Council Meeting, February 24, 2026 · Carried
the base salary for Councillors increase to $59,827 effective January 1, 2027 with annual increases based on the Ontario CPI; AND THAT the Mayor’s salary of $135,607 remain unchanged effective January 1, 2027, with annual increases based on the Ontario CPI; AND THAT The current benefits remain the same for Mayor and Councillors effective January 1, 2027; AND THAT the current allowances remain the
Council Meeting, February 3, 2026 · Carried
MOTION AS AMENDED THAT Appendix B of Report 25-034-PG - Phase 1 Comprehensive Zoning By-law be presented to Council for enactment and be amended as follows: THAT subsection 4.8(d) of the Home Occupations Bylaw be removed for further review; AND THAT Table 7.2 Permitted Uses in Residential Zones be amended to add the following new special provision #5: “Except as provided in Section 4.19, where a l
Council Meeting, February 3, 2026 · Carried
Council approves the proposed Zoning By-law Amendment with additional site-specific and holding provisions for the property located at 55 Kerr Street for a mixed-use development with 445 dwelling units and approximately 113.9 square metres of retail at grade; AND THAT Council deems that adequate notice was provided for the public meeting held December 10th, 2019 and that a further public meeting i
Council Meeting, February 3, 2026 · Carried
all items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for December 15, 2025 be adopted as recommended.
Council Meeting, December 15, 2025 · Carried
By-law 25-087 being a by-law to confirm the proceedings of the Council of the Corporation of the City of Cambridge be passed.
Council Meeting, December 15, 2025 · Carried
Report 25-010-CS Appointment of New Members, Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area be received; AND THAT based on their recommendation from the Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area Board of Management, Cambridge Council appoints the following person to the Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area Board of Management: 1. Bruce Marceau
Council Meeting, November 25, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-010-CS Appointment of New Members, Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area be received; AND THAT based on their recommendation from the Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area Board of Management, Cambridge Council appoints the following person to the Downtown Cambridge Business Improvement Area Board of Management: 1. Bruce Marceau In Favour (9): Councillor Shwery, Counci
Council Meeting, November 25, 2025 · Carried
all items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for November 13, 2025, be adopted as recommended
Council Meeting, November 13, 2025 · Carried
all presentations and correspondence from the November 13, 2025 Council meeting be received.
Council Meeting, November 13, 2025 · Carried
THAT all items listed under the heading of Consent Agenda for November 13, 2025, be adopted as recommended In Favour (9): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnshaw, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, Councillor Ermeta, and Mayor Liggett
Council Meeting, November 13, 2025 · Carried
THAT all presentations and correspondence from the November 13, 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, November 13, 2025 · Carried
THAT $1,508,100 be transferred from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve to offset 2026 one-time costs.
2026 Budget Council Meeting, October 27, 2025 · Defeated
AMENDMENT THAT $1,508,100 be transferred from the Tax Rate Stabilization Reserve to offset 2026 one-time costs. In Favour (2): Councillor Earnshaw, and Mayor Liggett Opposed (7): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Roberts, Councillor Cooper, Councillor Hamilton, and Councillor Ermeta
2026 Budget Council Meeting, October 27, 2025 · Defeated
Report 25-038-CRS Council Compensation Review – Preliminary Report be received; AND THAT Council approve Option A (Third-Party Consultant) and direct Staff to implement the required next steps; AND FURTHER THAT the associated consulting fees be funded from the Office of the City Clerk Operating Budget.
Council Meeting, September 23, 2025 · Carried
THAT Report 25-038-CRS Council Compensation Review – Preliminary Report be received; AND THAT Council approve Option A (Third-Party Consultant) and direct Staff to implement the required next steps; AND FURTHER THAT the associated consulting fees be funded from the Office of the City Clerk Operating Budget. In Favour (9): Councillor Shwery, Councillor Devine, Councillor Kimpson, Councillor Earnsha
Council Meeting, September 23, 2025 · Carried
all presentations and correspondence from the September 9, 2025 Council meeting be received.
Special Council Meeting, September 9, 2025 · Carried
THAT all presentations and correspondence from the September 9, 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
Special Council Meeting, September 9, 2025 · Carried
Report 25 -008-CRE Economic Development Advisory Committee Update be received; AND THAT the Economic Development Advisory Committee be dissolved; AND THAT an Economic Development Working Group be established; AND FURTHER THAT the Economic Development Working Group Terms of Reference be approved.
Council Meeting, September 2, 2025 · Carried
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142meetings recorded presentthe minutes record presence, not a rate
0conflicts of interest declareda member saying they should not vote on a matter
1,215votes in 2022Local Councillor
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