Council begins with pomp, circumstance, and vastly expanded mayoral powers

City Hall Watcher #202: A preview of the first Council meeting of the 2022-2026 term, a look at whether John Tory needs stronger mayor powers to build housing & more!

Hey there! What a week.

The first Council meeting of the new term kicks off Wednesday. The first meeting is typically a happy occasion with a real first-day-of-camp vibe. There are photos. People dress a bit nicer than they usually do. There are speeches and back-slapping and a reception with snacks and drinks.

There are exceptions, of course. It’s not al…