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Portrait of Mara Nagy

Mara Nagy

City Councillor · Ward 2 · seen 2025-05-05 to 2026-09-21 · served 2022–2026

40substantive motions movedof 56 meetings the minutes record them at
12procedural motions movedcounted separately, and never added to the above
124substantive motions secondedseconding is often a seat convention, not agreement
9meetings recorded absentof 56 they were on the record for
34–0recorded votes, for–againstrecorded votes are rare and a skewed sample

Vote count and office as published by the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing, 2022 municipal election results (Open Government Licence – Ontario). Everything else on this page is read from Pickering’s own minutes.

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How they voted, where it was recorded (34)

Special Council September 8, 2026
That the confidential direction provided to staff in relation to the Confidential Memorandum from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor and the Director, City Development & CBO, dated September 8, 2026, be…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Executive Committee September 8, 2026
That Report ENG 18-26 regarding the City Centre Transportation Master Plan Study be received; That the Draft City Centre Transportation Master Plan dated August 2026 be endorsed in principle;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Executive Committee September 8, 2026
That Report CAO 10-26 regarding the Seaton Recreation Complex & Library Project Update be received for information. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council July 23, 2026
That By-law 8282/26 be adopted save and except that the following be added as a new Item 5.1(m): “(m) commenced by a Member”.
For · 5–1 · Carried
Council June 22, 2026
That Report PLN 12-26 regarding Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 25-004P be received; That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 25-004P, submitted by Seaton TFPM Inc., to amend the Region of Durham Official…
For · 5–1 · Carried
Executive Committee June 8, 2026
That Report CLK 05-26 regarding the 2027 Committee and Council Meeting Schedule be received; That the 2027 Committee and Council Meeting Schedule included as Attachment 1 to this report be approved;
For · 4–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee June 8, 2026
That Report PLN 12-26 regarding Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 25-004P be received; That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 25-004P, submitted by Seaton TFPM Inc., to amend the Region of Durham Official…
For · 5–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee June 8, 2026
That Report PLN 13-26 be
For · 5–2 · Carried
Council May 25, 2026
That the City of Pickering Federal Lands - Land Use Review and Economic Analysis Recommendation Report , prepared by SGL Planning and Design Inc., be received;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council May 20, 2026
1. That Report PLN 08-26 regarding the recommended Northeast Pickering Secondary Plan be received; 2. That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 25-003P, initiated by the City of Pickering, to add new policies…
For · 5–2 · Carried
Special Council March 30, 2026
That the confidential direction provided to staff in relation to the Confidential Memorandum from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, dated March 30, 2026, be approved.
For · 4–1 · Carried
Executive Committee March 2, 2026
That Report CS 06-26 regarding the Shadybrook Park Court Update be received; That staff be directed to remove the pickleball lines at Shadybrook Park Courts and revert the court back to tennis only;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council March 2, 2026
That the confidential direction provided to staff in relation to the Confidential Memorandum from the Director, City Development & CBO and Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, dated March 2, 2026, be approved.
For · 6–1 · Carried
Planning and Development Committee March 2, 2026
1. That Official Plan Amendment Application OPA 25-003/P, initiated by the City of Pickering, to add new policies and designations to the Pickering Official Plan Planning & Development Committee Meeting Minutes March…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council February 2, 2026
That the confidential direction provided to staff in relation to the Confidential Memorandum from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor, dated January 29, 2026, be approved.
For · 3–2 · Carried
Council January 26, 2026
That the proposal submitted by SGL Planning & Design Inc. in response to Request for Proposal RFP2025‑24 to undertake the Land Use Review & Economic Analysis of the Pickering Federal Lands, in the amount of $79,114.00…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council November 24, 2025
That Report ECD 09-25 regarding an Update on the Municipal Accommodation Tax and Destination Pickering be received; That Organizational By-Law No.1 for Destination Pickering, with an effective date of December 1, 2025…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council November 24, 2025
That the following industry stakeholders be appointed to the Destination Pickering Board of Directors for a term ending on December 1, 2028, or until a successor is appointed: Council Meeting Minutes November 24, 2025…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council September 22, 2025
That regarding the appeal of Ward Boundary By-law 8196/25, OLT File OLT-25-000677, Council authorizes City staff to retain outside legal counsel and outside experts, as may be required, to present and defend By-law…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council September 9, 2025
That the confidential direction provided to staff be approved. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor Cook X Councillor Nagy X Councillor Pickles X…
For · 5–1 · Carried
Executive Committee September 2, 2025
That Report SUS 05-25 regarding the 2024 Measuring Sustainability Report be received for information. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor Cook X…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Executive Committee September 2, 2025
That Report CLK 04-25 regarding the 2026 Committee and Council Meeting Schedule be received; That the 2026 Committee and Council Meeting Schedule included as Attachment 1 to this report be approved;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council July 15, 2025
That the 2025 Ward Boundary Review Re-evaluation Report, prepared by Watson & Associates Economists Ltd. dated July 15, 2025, provided as Attachment 1 to Report CLK 03-25, be received;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Special Council July 15, 2025
That the total cost of the expropriation as determined by the Expropriations Act (Ontario) and as detailed in the Confidential Memo to Council dated July 15, 2025 be approved;
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council June 23, 2025
That the Report of the Integrity Commissioner, dated June 16, 2025, as contained in Corr. 27-25, pertaining to Councillor Robinson be received;
For · 6–0 · Carried
Council June 23, 2025
That Report CS 15-25 regarding the City’s electric vehicle charging stations pilot project be received for information. Council Meeting Minutes June 23, 2025 Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council May 26, 2025
That the main motions of Corr. 08-25 through Corr. 26-25 be amended by deleting the words "and endorsed" in each motion. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council May 26, 2025
That Report CLK 02-25 regarding the approval of voting methods for the 2026 Municipal Election be received; That both internet voting and paper ballots, using vote tabulators, be approved as the voting methods for…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council May 26, 2025
That the Council Decision regarding Report CAO 06-25 be reconsidered. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor Cook X Councillor Nagy X Councillor Pickles X…
For · 4–3 · Lost
Council May 26, 2025
That Council endorse the comments contained in Report PLN 12-25, as the City of Pickering detailed comments on the ERO Postings ERO 025-0461, ERO 025-0462, ERO 025-0463, 25-MMAH003;
For · 5–2 · Carried
Council May 26, 2025
That By-law 8182/25 be approved. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor Cook X Councillor Nagy X Councillor Pickles X Councillor Robinson X Results 6 1 0 0 0
For · 6–1 · Carried
Council May 26, 2025
That, regarding Minor Variance Application MV 12/25 by I. Syed, the City takes no further action with respect to the appeal of the decision of the Committee of Adjustment to the Ontario Land Tribunal submitted by I.
For · 4–3 · Carried
Executive Committee May 5, 2025
That Report CLK 02-25 regarding the approval of voting methods for the 2026 Municipal Election be received; That both internet voting and paper ballots, using vote tabulators, be approved as the voting methods for…
For · 6–1 · Carried
Executive Committee May 5, 2025
1. That Report SUS 02-25, regarding the City of Pickering Community Climate Adaptation Plan 2025 – 2035, as set out in Appendix I, be endorsed; 2.
For · 6–1 · Carried

Meetings the minutes record them as absent from (9)

Planning and Development CommitteeApril 7, 2026
Executive CommitteeApril 7, 2026
Special CouncilApril 7, 2026
Planning and Development CommitteeDecember 1, 2025
Executive CommitteeNovember 3, 2025
CouncilOctober 27, 2025
Executive CommitteeJune 9, 2025
Planning and Development CommitteeJune 9, 2025
Special CouncilJune 9, 2025

Substantive motions moved (all 40)

That Report PLN 21-26 regarding the Heritage Permit Application HP 04-26, be received; That Heritage Permit Application HP 04/26 for the conservation and adaptive reuse of the east wing of Thistle Ha’, 1860 7th Concession Road, including its conversion to an additional dwelling unit, structural and interior alterations, removal and partial reuse of the historic brick bake oven and masonry ash pit,
Council, September 21, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS , PARA Marine Search & Rescue has provided decades of dedicated marine search and rescue services to the Pickering community and the surrounding waters of Lake Ontario; And Whereas , the organization and its volunteers demonstrate an enduring commitment to public safety, emergency response, and the protection of residents, boaters, and visitors who enjoy Pickering’s waterfront; And Whereas
Council, September 21, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That By-law Numbers 8286/26 through 8291/26 be approved.
Council, September 21, 2026 · Carried
That the confidential direction provided to staff in relation to the Confidential Memorandum from the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor and the Director, City Development & CBO, dated September 8, 2026, be approved. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor Cook X Councillor Nagy X Councillor Pickles X Councillor Robinson X Res
Special Council, September 8, 2026 · Carried
That By-law 8283/26, to confirm the proceedings of the July 23, 2026 Council Meeting be approved.
Special Council, July 23, 2026 · Carried
Special Council Meeting Minutes July 23, 2026 That By-law 8283/26, to confirm the proceedings of the July 23, 2026 Council Meeting be approved.
Special Council, July 23, 2026 · Carried
That Report CS 17-26 regarding the memorial plaque in honour of Steve Sattz at Lynn Heights Park be received; That staff be directed to install a commemorative bench at Lynn Heights Park in commemoration of Steve Sattz; and, That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report.
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
That Report SUS 04-26 regarding Battery Recycling Agreement with Call2Recycle Canada and the City of Pickering be received; That the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute the Used Consumer-Type Portable Battery Recycling Agreement with Call2Recycle Canada and the City of Pickering, subject to minor revisions as may be required by the Director, Corporate Services & City Solicitor; and, That
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried
WHEREAS, the Canada Day event is one of the largest attended events with the highest traffic records the City of Pickering hosts; And Whereas, the City of Pickering continues to grow in population year over year mirroring a growth during the Canada Day event attendees; And Whereas, Sandy Beach Road and internal local roads receive higher than normal traffic during the Canada Day event; And Whereas
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
WHEREAS, the Canada Day event is one of the largest attended events with the highest traffic records the City of Pickering hosts; Council Meeting Minutes June 22, 2026 And Whereas, the City of Pickering continues to grow in population year over year mirroring a growth during the Canada Day event attendees; And Whereas, Sandy Beach Road and internal local roads receive higher than normal traffic du
Council, June 22, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That Council rise and resume into the open session of the Special Meeting of Council.
Special Council, June 8, 2026 · Carried
That due to the remaining items of business on the Agenda, the meeting be extended to allow Council to continue to meet beyond 11:00 p.m.
Special Council, May 20, 2026 · Carried
That due to the remaining items of business on the Agenda, the meeting be extended to allow Council to continue to meet beyond 11:00 p.m. Special Council Meeting Minutes May 20, 2026
Special Council, May 20, 2026 · Carried
That By-law 8261/26, to confirm the proceedings of the May 14, 2026 Special Council Meeting be approved.
Special Council, May 14, 2026 · Carried
That Council approve the award of a one-year extension of the School Crossing Guard contract to Carraway Inc. for the 2026/2027 school year in accordance with the City’s Purchasing Policy Sections 09.03 (d); That Council authorize the Director, Finance & Treasurer to finance the 2026 portion of the School Crossing Guard Program in the amount of $264,730.00 (net HST) as approved in the 2026 Current
Executive Committee, May 4, 2026 · Carried
That Council endorse the City Centre Park preferred concept design, as set out in Attachment 1, consisting of an outdoor skating rink and trail, misting water feature, amenity building with public washrooms, a staff area, mechanical/electrical room, and an ice re-surfacer storage room, walking paths, site furniture, opportunities for public art, turf, planting beds, and trees; That staff and the c
Executive Committee, May 4, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
1. That Council endorse the City Centre Park preferred concept design, as set out in Attachment 1, consisting of an outdoor skating rink and trail, misting water feature, amenity building with public washrooms, a staff area, Executive Committee Meeting Minutes May 04, 2026 mechanical/electrical room, and an ice re-surfacer storage room, walking paths, site furniture, opportunities for public art,
Executive Committee, May 4, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
WHEREAS, locally elected School Board Trustees provide essential community representation, oversight, accountability, and advocacy; And Whereas, all communities rely on School Board Trustees to reflect local priorities, ensure accountability, and advocate for students; And Whereas, the provincial legislated changes introduced on April 13, 2026 for the Putting Student Achievement First Act , 2026,
Council, April 27, 2026 · Carried
That Council approve retaining The MBTW Group Inc. for the preparation of detailed design drawings and tender specifications for the washroom building renovation/expansion as part of the Beachfront Park Revitalization Plan (Phase 2) in accordance with Purchasing Policy Item 10.03 (c), as the assignment is above $50,000.00; That the proposal submitted by The MBTW Group Inc. for detailed design cons
Council, February 23, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
1. That Council approve retaining The MBTW Group Inc. for the preparation of detailed design drawings and tender specifications for the washroom building renovation/expansion as part of the Beachfront Park Revitalization Plan (Phase 2) in accordance with Purchasing Policy Item 10.03 (c), as the assignment is above $50,000.00; 2. That the proposal submitted by The MBTW Group Inc. for detailed desig
Council, February 23, 2026 · Carried Unanimously
That By-law 8231/26, to confirm the proceedings of the February 2, 2026 Special Council Meeting be approved.
Special Council, February 2, 2026 · Carried
That By-law Numbers 8212/25 through 8214/25 be approved.
Council, November 24, 2025 · Carried
That Council approve a five-year renewal of systems furniture and related accessories supplied by Tayco Panelink Ltd. as an approved City-wide standard for furniture installations; and, That the appropriate City of Pickering officials be authorized to take the necessary actions indicated in this report.
Executive Committee, October 6, 2025 · Carried
That the Report of the Integrity Commissioner, dated September 22, 2025, as contained in Corr. 37-25, pertaining to Councillor Robinson be received; and, That in accordance with the Integrity Commissioner’s Report recommendations, the salary remuneration paid to Councillor Robinson be suspended for a period of 60 days starting on December 21, 2025 and ending on February 18, 2026.
Council, September 29, 2025 · Carried Unanimously
WHEREAS, democracy is strengthened when all individuals can participate fully, safely, and without discrimination, contributing to the well-being of their communities; And Whereas, democratic discourse and respectful debate are under pressure across all levels of government, including municipal councils in Ontario; And Whereas, elected officials are increasingly facing harassment, threats, intimid
Council, September 29, 2025 · Carried Unanimously
That the Director, City Infrastructure, be directed to report back to Council, at its October 27, 2025 Meeting, regarding: Providing winter control on six additional park pathways in the City of Pickering, ideally 2 per ward including Lynn Heights Park; and, That the report include the current level of service for winter control on pathways across the City, recommendations for improvements to meet
Council, September 29, 2025 · Carried Unanimously
That the Director, City Infrastructure, be directed to report back to Council, at its October 27, 2025 Meeting, regarding: 1. Providing winter control on six additional park pathways in the City of Pickering, ideally 2 per ward including Lynn Heights Park; and, 2. That the report include the current level of service for winter control on pathways across the City, recommendations for improvements t
Council, September 29, 2025 · Carried Unanimously
That Report CLK 04-25 regarding the 2026 Committee and Council Meeting Schedule be received; That the 2026 Committee and Council Meeting Schedule included as Attachment 1 to this report be approved; and, That the appropriate officials of the City of Pickering be authorized to take the actions necessary to implement the recommendations in this report. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ash
Executive Committee, September 2, 2025 · Carried
That Council rise and resume into the open session of the Special Meeting of Council.
Special Council, September 2, 2025 · Carried
That the confidential direction provided to staff through Report CAO 13-25, be approved.
Special Council, July 15, 2025 · Carried
That Council authorize City staff, its outside legal counsel and outside experts in the fields of planning, transportation, urban design and other specialties, as may be required, to present and defend Council’s position on OPA 24-002/P and A 02/24 at the OLT; and, That Council authorize City staff and its outside legal counsel to negotiate with Tribute(Brookdale) Limited to address planning matte
Special Council, July 15, 2025 · Carried
That the confidential direction provided to staff through Report CAO 12-25, be approved.
Special Council, July 15, 2025 · Carried
That Item 4 of the main motion be amended to read as follows: That staff be directed to present a Ward Boundary Review Policy for Council’s consideration during the 2026-2030 Term of Council to align with the next Regional Council Composition Review conducted by the Regional Municipality of Durham.
Special Council, July 15, 2025 · Lost
That Item 4 of the main motion be amended to read as follows: That staff be directed to present a Ward Boundary Review Policy for Council’s consideration during the 2026-2030 Term of Council to align with the next Regional Council Composition Review conducted by the Regional Municipality of Durham. Special Council Meeting Minutes July 15, 2025
Special Council, July 15, 2025 · Lost
WHEREAS, on April 17, 2025, the Government of Ontario brought forth Bill 5: Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act , 2025, a broad omnibus legislation that proposes to make various changes to existing planning, consultation, approval, authority, and protection frameworks found in Provincial statutes in relation to major infrastructure, mining and resource development projects; And Whereas,
Council, June 23, 2025 · Lost
WHEREAS, on April 17, 2025, the Government of Ontario brought forth Bill 5: Protect Ontario by Unleashing Our Economy Act, 2025, a broad omnibus legislation that proposes to make various changes to existing planning, consultation, approval, authority, and protection frameworks found in Provincial statutes in relation to major infrastructure, mining and resource development projects; And Whereas, o
Council, June 23, 2025 · Lost
That By-law 8182/25 be approved. Voters Yes No Abstain Conflict Absent Mayor Ashe X Councillor Brenner X Councillor Butt X Councillor Cook X Councillor Nagy X Councillor Pickles X Councillor Robinson X Results 6 1 0 0 0
Council, May 26, 2025 · Carried
That By-law 8183/25 be approved.
Council, May 26, 2025 · Carried
That By-law 8184/25 be approved.
Council, May 26, 2025 · Carried
That Report ECD 04-25 be
Council, May 26, 2025 · Referred

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