The St. Thomas City Council is meeting on March 16, 2026, at 5:00 PM to discuss local policies and oversee public services in St. Thomas, Ontario. This session is part of the regular governance schedule where local leaders gather to manage city business and ensure the community runs smoothly.
Residents have the option to attend the meeting in person at the Council Chambers or watch the session online through Zoom. These public meetings are held on the first, second, and third Monday of every month to keep the local government transparent and accessible to the public.
The council is made up of Mayor Joe Preston and eight councillors, including Lori Baldwin-Sands, Gary Clarke, Rose Gibson, Jim Herbert, Jeff Kohler, Joan Rymal, Earl Taylor, and Steve Wookey. Every member is elected by the entire city under an at-large system, meaning they represent all residents rather than specific wards or neighborhoods.
Under the Municipal Act, 2001, the council is responsible for the city’s financial health and creating policies that guide administrative staff. These regular meetings allow the council to review city programs and make decisions that impact the daily lives of people living in the community.
