Council Highlights – August 9, 2022
Posted: Aug 15, 2022 | By: Communications
Council Highlights – August 9, 2022
Posted: Aug 15, 2022 | By: Communications
Meeting Date: Tuesday, August 9, 2022
Mayor's Report
Mayor Law extended a sincere thank you to Brad Evans, and recognized his 15 years of dedicated service as a District of Tofino employee. The Mayor spoke to Mr. Evan's history of employment with the District, and acknowledged his contributions to the community and organization.
The Mayor also issued a reminder to community members that applications are currently being accepted for volunteer opportunities on the District of Tofino Recreation Advisory Committee and Volunteer Recognition Committee, and urged persons interested in providing service to the town to apply.
Lastly, the Mayor spoke to his recent attendance at the West Coast Chiefs, Chairs, and Mayors Regional Planning Meeting held in Ucluelet on August 9, 2022, and noted his positive experience working with representatives from across the region who are committed to improving their communities.
Agenda Items
Wildlife Attractant Bylaw
Zoning Amendment Application: 521 Cypre Crescent
Zoning Bylaw Housekeeping Amendments
Development Variance Permit No. 06-22 - 1220 Lynn RD
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Previous Council Highlights
Mayor Law met with the Honorable Nathan Cullen, Minister of Municipal Affairs regarding the situation with the Wastewater Treatment Plant funding. He communicated the support from the Ministry on the community’s behalf.
View full highlightsMayor Law remarked on the upcoming Annual Spring Eggstravaganza event and encouraged community participation and emergency preparedness during Tsunami Preparedness Week.
View full highlightsMayor Law spoke again to the ongoing devastation in Ukraine and emphasized the importance of good government. He affirmed the responsibility of Council is to look after the well-being, health and safety of residents.
View full highlightsMayor Law remarked on International Women’s Day as a day and spoke about the need to recognize that the oppression of women and girls is still a human rights issue globally.
View full highlightsMayor Law spoke to the recent beautiful weather. He gave an update on a memorandum of understanding signed by key organizations in the community with regards to the ongoing Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT) negotiations.
View full highlightsMayor Law and Councillor McMaster attended a follow-up meeting hosted by Tla-o-qui-aht First Nations with resort representatives and the West Coast Hospitality Association to discuss the Memorandum of Understanding and Municipal and Regional District Tax (MRDT). These discussions were very well received. Discussions were excellent and he looks forward to working closely together.
View full highlightsMayor Law acknowledged the water collision that occurred earlier in the day and thanked the Ahousaht Auxiliary Coast Guard, the Tofino Coast Guard and first responders. He thanked Councillor Stere who was on the call and wished everyone involved a speedy recovery.
View full highlightsMayor Law spoke to the Omicron variant and COVID-19 protocols, including additional precautions in Municipal Hall and other District buildings. He expressed his thankfulness for the community and for vaccines, reiterating how fortunate we are to have these advances and how important it is for government to continue to take care of their communities.
View full highlightsMayor Law recapped a local government round table hosted by Minister of Municipal Affairs, the Honorable Josie Osborne and Minister of Indigenous Relations and Reconciliation, the Honorable Murray Rankin. There were over 44 mayors and chairs present for the discussions about local government efforts towards reconciliation across the island.
View full highlightsMayor Law spoke to the Remembrance Day ceremony, attended by Acting Mayor Tom Stere due to Mayor Law’s absence.
He also presented Trish Dixon with a Certificate of Recognition for 10 years with the District of Tofino.
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