Connect with Council

Join the conversation and help make a difference in our community - your voice matters. When you engage with your municipal government, we work together to strengthen our civic spirit and make life better in the Township of Hamilton.

Ways to Connect with Staff and Council

Members of the public can connect with local council through a variety of methods. Find the best option for you below.

Submit your comments to Council and Staff regarding municipal matters by emailing the Corporate Services Department or by mail to the attention of the Clerk at P.O. Box 1060, Cobourg, Ontario, K9A 4W5.

If you are submitting comments regarding a matter on an upcoming Council or Committee agenda, please ensure you note the Item Number and the date of the meeting.

Connect with Council by phone or set up a meeting. To find contact information for Council members, view the Council contact information in our Council webpage.

Please note that contacting through phone and email is considered an informal channel and may not be referred to during Council's decision-making process.

Ask a Question: Question Period is for questions/inquiries related to items that are listed on the Council or Special Council agenda. There are no obligations for Council to respond or action items related to a question asked during Question Period. In order to ask a question during Question Period, attendees must attend the meeting in person. A maximum of 10 minutes is allocated for Question Period at Council meetings.
Make a Delegation: The purpose of a delegation to Council is to allow individuals to address specific items that are on the agenda for that particular Council meeting. It's an opportunity for community members to participate in the decision-making process and communicate directly with Council on matters within its jurisdiction. To make a delegation at a Council meeting, complete the request form below, or contact the Corporate Services Department.

Delegation Request Form

Tips for Presenting to Council

Rules of conduct are laid out in the Procedural By-law
Highlight your key points
Provide additional background and supporting information in writing in advance of the meeting for Council to review
Be specific about what you are asking for
Adjust the microphone to your height and speak clearly into it
Introduce yourself, and all members of your delegation, when you are called to the podium
If asking a question during Question Period or making public comments, state your name clearly for the record

What is the Public Record?

The public record includes all information that is submitted to Council in relation to a meeting, such as written correspondence, presentations, and delegation materials. Once received, this information may be included in the meeting agenda and recorded in the official minutes, which are publicly available on the Township’s website.

By submitting information to Council, you acknowledge that your name and any details you provide may become part of the public record. Personal contact information will be handled in accordance with the Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (MFIPPA). If you have questions or concerns about what may be shared, please contact the Corporate Services Department before submitting.

Contact Us

8285 Majestic Hills Drive
P.O. Box 1060 Cobourg, On K9A 4W5

Phone: 905-342-2810
Fax: 905-342-2818
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