City Council approved the following at its meeting.
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Council proposes temporary data centre task force 

Council approved a motion to establish a temporary Hyperscale Data Centre Task Force to provide input during the City’s review of policies and regulations related to major digital infrastructure facilities. The motion follows Council’s approval of an Interim Control By-law on September 16, which paused the processing of new and existing applications for major digital infrastructure facilities for up to one year while staff undertake a comprehensive review.  

The task force will provide a forum for regular updates, public transparency and stakeholder input before any recommendations are brought forward to Council.  

Key points of the motion: 

• The motion establishes a temporary Hyperscale Data Centre Task Force to provide input on the City’s review of major digital infrastructure facilities.  
• The task force will include Members of Council, City planning staff, industry stakeholders and citizen members.  
• Members will receive regular updates on the City’s comprehensive review of planning policies, zoning regulations and development approval processes related to data centres.  
• The task force will provide opportunities for stakeholder feedback and transparent public reporting throughout the review process.   
• Once the review is complete and Council has considered any recommendations arising from the process, the task force will be dissolved. 

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Council to explore ways to reduce litter and illegal dumping 

Council directed staff to explore opportunities to reduce litter and illegal dumping across Mississauga. The motion responds to concerns about the impact of litter on neighbourhoods, parks, commercial areas and other public spaces and seeks to improve cleanliness throughout the city.  

As part of the review, staff will examine waste receptacle placement, public education initiatives, reporting and enforcement tools, multilingual communications and opportunities to partner with residents, schools, businesses and community organizations. Staff will also consider potential enhancements to existing by-laws and report back with options for Council’s consideration. 

Key points of the motion: 

• Staff will explore opportunities to reduce litter and illegal dumping across Mississauga, including identifying recurring hotspots and evaluating mitigation measures such as operational practices, site design and waste receptacle placement.
• The motion directs staff to examine education, awareness and behaviour-change initiatives that encourage responsible waste disposal and build on existing City programs, such as the Be a Good Neighbour pilot.  
• Staff will examine ways to improve public awareness of disposal options, reporting tools and enforcement measures, including multilingual communications where feasible and appropriate.   
• Staff, in consultation with Legal Services, will review options to strengthen compliance and enforcement tools under the City’s debris, anti-littering and parks by-laws, including the use of administrative penalties. 
• Community-based approaches involving residents, youth, schools, businesses and community organizations will be explored by staff with a report back on initiatives that can be advanced through existing resources, partnerships or future budget considerations. 

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Council considers washroom pilot program for city parks 

Council considered a notice of motion directing staff to investigate the feasibility of a seasonal portable washroom pilot program in select high-use parks across Mississauga. The proposed initiative aims to improve access to washroom facilities for residents, families, seniors and visitors while the City evaluates longer-term park washroom needs.  

As part of the review, staff will identify potential locations, assess operational and accessibility requirements, and report back to Council with recommendations for a possible one-year pilot program, including estimated costs and measures to evaluate its success.  

Key points of the motion: 

• Staff will investigate the feasibility of establishing a seasonal “Porta-Potties in Parks Pilot Program” at select high-use City parks. 
• Potential locations will be identified in consultation with Members of Council based on park usage, existing amenities, sports and recreation activities, community events and demonstrated need.  
• Staff will assess costs, servicing, maintenance, accessibility, safety and operational requirements associated with the pilot program. 
• A report will come back to Council with recommendations for a potential one-year seasonal pilot program.  
• The report will include proposed locations, estimated costs and options for measuring the success of the pilot.  

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New lawn parking rules to protect neighbourhood streetscapes 

Council approved a new Lawn Parking By-law that prohibits the parking, standing or stopping of vehicles on landscaped soft areas of residential properties across Mississauga. The new by-law is intended to protect residential landscaping, support neighbourhood appearance and address concerns associated with lawn parking. 

The by-law applies to all residential properties in the city and establishes enforcement tools that include administrative penalties and, in certain circumstances, vehicle towing. Limited exemptions are provided for emergency vehicles, public utility work and activities authorized through City permits. 

Key points of the by-law: 

• Vehicles will no longer be permitted to park or stop on landscaped soft areas of residential properties in Mississauga. This includes lawns, gardens, shrubs and trees.  
• The by-law applies to motor vehicles, heavy vehicles and recreational vehicles located on residential properties.  
• Hard surfaces such as driveways, parking areas, walkways and interlocking stone are not considered landscaped soft areas under the by-law.
• Violations may result in administrative penalties and, where necessary, vehicles may be towed at the owner’s expense. 

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Council endorsed the following items presented at the September 23, 2026, General Committee meeting   

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City moves forward with public-facing Fraud and Waste Hotline 

Council received an implementation plan for Mississauga’s new Fraud and Waste Hotline, which will expand the City’s existing employee whistleblower program to allow members of the public to report concerns about fraud, waste or wrongdoing affecting City operations. The expanded program is intended to strengthen accountability, transparency and public confidence in how municipal resources are managed.  

The hotline is being implemented through a five-phase approach that includes policy updates, operational readiness, public awareness and training activities before a planned public launch in early 2027. Once implemented, residents and employees will be able to submit confidential reports through an independent reporting process.  

Key points of the report: 

• Expands the City’s existing whistleblower program to allow reports from members of the public.  
• Creates a confidential reporting mechanism for concerns related to fraud, waste and wrongdoing affecting City operations.  
• Updates policies, procedures and oversight responsibilities, with revised policies expected to be presented to Council by November 2026.  
• Public launch is expected in the first quarter of 2027 following training, communications and operational readiness activities.  

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Mid-year financial report outlines revenue pressures and service investments 

Council received the City’s mid-year financial report, which forecasts a year-end operating deficit of $39.6 million before any reserve funding is applied. The projected shortfall is primarily driven by lower transit and recreation revenues, higher winter maintenance costs and ongoing reduced payments from Toronto Pearson Airport compared with pre-pandemic levels.  

Council also approved funding and an earlier start date for additional staff supporting the City’s expanded 311 Citizen Contact Centre service model. The change will allow time for recruitment and training before the enhanced service launches in 2027.  

Key points of the report: 

• The City is forecasting a $39.6 million operating deficit at year-end before reserve funding is applied.  
• Transit revenue is forecast to be $30.2 million below budget, largely due to lower post-secondary student ridership following federal changes to international student permits.  
• Recreation and Culture revenues are forecast to be $6.8 million below budget, while winter maintenance costs are higher than anticipated because of more winter weather events.  
• Council approved $106,000 in funding and an earlier staffing start date to support the expanded 311 Citizen Contact Centre service model ahead of its 2027 implementation.

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Capital program updated to support infrastructure priorities and new initiatives 

Council approved updates to the City’s capital program, including new funding for online payment improvements and a public education initiative focused on renovictions. The report also returns unused funding from completed and delayed projects to reserve funds and reallocates resources to priority projects across the city.  

The updated capital program will support 1,138 active projects across Mississauga, including road improvements, transit investments, stormwater infrastructure, parks, community facilities and public safety projects. Of the revised $2.53 billion capital program, approximately $1.07 billion remains to be spent on projects currently underway.  

Key points of the report: 

• Council approved a revised $2.53 billion capital program supporting 1,138 active projects across the city.  
• The City will return $47.5 million in unspent capital funding to reserves and reserve funds through project closures, savings and project timing adjustments.  
• Council approved funding for two new projects: AR Online Payments ($50,000) to improve online payment services and Renovictions Education and Outreach ($95,000) to support tenant awareness and education.  
• Major ongoing investments include road rehabilitation, Ninth Line widening, transit bus acquisitions, stormwater improvements, park development, community facility upgrades and fire station projects. 
• Approximately 57 per cent of the City’s capital program has already been completed, with the remaining funding focused primarily on roads, parks and forestry, stormwater infrastructure, transit and facility renewal projects. 

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