Arts, Culture and Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting Agenda
The committee meeting covered a range of updates and strategic discussions. Topics included a presentation on the Film Office detailing recent productions and economic impacts in New Westminster, a status report on the Public Art Program featuring completed installations and future project planning, and a review of recent City land acquisitions for potential future community use. The agenda also included administrative items such as the approval of previous meeting minutes and operational updates from various departments.
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The commission reviewed the 2026 financial performance, including a net favorable variance, and considered the proposed 2027-2031 financial plan for Energy and Climate Action. Key discussions focused on the Electrical Utility's recommended 3.5% rate increase for 2027, the ongoing expansion of the public EV charging network, and marketing efforts for the BridgeNet dark fibre network. Additionally, the committee evaluated strategies for climate resilience, demand-side management, and long-term infrastructure planning.
Aug 13, 2026·Board meeting agenda
Arts, Culture and Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes
The committee discussed several ongoing initiatives, including the recruitment update for the New Media Gallery Director/Curator, the Arts Strategy Update process, and the potential restructuring of the committee into two separate advisory bodies for Arts/Culture and Economic Development. Staff provided updates on economic development plans, the Retail Container Feasibility Analysis, and the City's Strategic Priorities Plan. The committee also reviewed previous meeting minutes and conducted an election for an Acting Chair.
Jul 6, 2026·Board meeting
New Westminster City Council Regular Council For Workshop
The meetings focused on reviewing the final report for the Council Strategic Priorities Plan, which included an analysis of achievements and challenges across five strategic areas: Community Belonging and Connecting, Homes and Housing Options, People-Centered Economy, Safe Movement of People, and Asset Management and Infrastructure. Additionally, the Council received updates on the Crises Response Pilot Project evaluation and held a workshop regarding the Arts Strategy Update, which discussed key themes such as the need for affordable and accessible space and the importance of civic facilities for arts production.
