Clerk's Office staff referenced the recommendation that was approved when the current Co-Chairs were selected in 2023 for a review of appointments after one year.
In response to questions, City Clerk's Office staff reminded Committee that all members were initially appointed by the Citizen Appointments Committee. In the case of Franco Spadafora, Co-Chair, the Committee supported a motion at a previous meeting to allow him to continue as a member and attend meetings remotely, even though he relocated to another City. Staff clarified that he is now able to attend meetings in person and may participate in the election process.
Shawnica Hans, Deputy Clerk, Elections and Accessibility, outlined the voting process, noting that the Chair, and Vice-Chair or two Co-Chair positions were available. Members may nominate another member or themselves to fill the positions. The floor was opened for nominations.
Vanessa Tantalo, Member, nominated herself.
Nuno Peixoto, Member, nominated himself.
Franco Spadafora, Member, nominated himself.
There were no more nominations and nominations were closed.
The Deputy Clerk advised that each member was permitted to vote for two nominees for the position of Co-Chairs.
Members voted and the results noted as follows:
- Vanessa Tantalo - 6 votes
- Nuno Peixoto - 9 votes
- Franco Spadafora - 2 votes
Vanessa Tantalo and Nuno Peixoto were each appointed as Co-Chairs until the end of the Term of Council in November 2026.
The following motion was considered: