Jeffrey Gushue

The committee discussed upcoming travel to Cervia, Italy, including plans for wreath design, procurement of local souvenir giveaways, and the purchase of branded outerwear for delegates. It was decided to skip attendance at the Spring Living Show due to limited participation and space. A budget recap was provided. Additionally, concerns were raised regarding limited financial support from the Town and Province for a symposium, and the committee chair noted plans to meet with local leadership to address outstanding contractual and funding issues.

The board discussed and accepted management reports for the Mariners Centre and Mariners on Main. Key business items included the review of the final draft of the Pool Safety Plan and a risk assessment audit. The board authorized the Expansion Project Committee to provide project management services for the Graves Arena Ice Replacement project. Organizational changes were approved regarding the replacement of the Director of Finance classification with a Manager of Finance position, alongside the creation of a new Administrative Assistant role. Furthermore, the board granted authority to negotiate terms for the Yarmouth Mariners All-Star and Alumni Games, and received a capital project update.

The committee discussed the status of hazard assessments and training information. A health and safety review was conducted regarding plow and salt truck driving, emphasizing the importance of winter driving precautions and vehicle maintenance. New business items included concerns regarding staffing levels within the Fire Department and the presence of disruptive animals on-site.

The committee discussed the transition to digital public hearing notifications. A decision was made to amend the Public Participation Program Policy, specifically updating the name of Acadia First Nation to Wasoqopa'q First Nation, and to recommend that Council approve the formal use of digital public hearing notices for planning matters in accordance with the Municipal Government Act.

The council held a public hearing regarding Planning Amendments for the Housing Accelerator Fund, resulting in the deferral of the item to a subsequent meeting. Key business items included passing the second reading for amendments to both the Penalty Bylaw and the Council Meetings Bylaw. A proposal to refer funds to the budget for the Yarmouth Communities in Bloom Symposium Society was tabled. Additionally, various departmental and advisory committee reports were presented, and outstanding invoices were approved for payment.