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From the January 17, 2008 Meeting of Regional Council
2008 Current Budget - Approved!
Regional Council approved the 2008 Current Budget estimates relating to the Regional Departments Boards & Agencies.
Regional Council also recommended that area municipalities be requested to disclose, separately to taxpayers, Niagara Region's contribution to the new Regional Health programs to be housed within the new Niagara Region Cancer Centre and mental Health and Cardiac Treatment Facilities.
2007 Niagara Regional Chairman's Charity Golf Tournament
The 2007 Niagara Regional Chairman's Charity Golf Tournament was the 10th Anniversary of the Regional Chair's Golf Tournament. Regional Chair Partington thanked all of the Councillors, outside organizations, staff, community partners and other public and private groups whose support over the last decade has allowed the tournament to be as successful as it is. He noted that without all of their efforts and support, this event would not be possible. The event raised over $96,000 for seven community charities, an allotment for bursaries and the Debbie Zimmerman Literacy Award.
Regional Chair Partington awarded cheques to representatives from the YMCA; Niagara Symphony; Niagara Peninsula Children's Centre; Salvation Army; Niagara Community Foundation; Scouts of Canada and Women's Place.
Presented with the Scouts Canada Commemorative Centennial Medal
Regional Chair Partington was awarded the Scouts Canada Commemorative Centennial Medal in appreciation of the support Scouts Canada has received from the Niagara Region. The medal commemorates their 100th Anniversary.
A World-Class Amphitheatre in Niagara? It's Possible!
Our Federal Minister and local member of Parliament Rob Nicholson, announced that Parks Canada, the National Arts Centre and the Toronto Symphony Orchestra have reached an agreement to explore the possibility of building a world-class amphitheatre on Parks Canada land, known as the Lakeshore property, in Niagara-on-the-Lake. This is a welcomed announcement, and certainly one that is incredibly optimistic for the Region. Our Cultural Committee, Co-Chaired by Councillor Judy Casselman and Rosemary Hale, along with our Public Works Department and the Niagara Economic Development Corporation, have been working closely with the Federal government and partners to explore the feasibility of Niagara as a location.
Niagarapalooza - Re-thinking our Cities - SOLD OUT!
Niagarapalooza - Re-thinking our Cities, will take place on Thursday, January 31st at the Sheraton Fallsview Hotel. The event will provide an excellent opportunity to hear a number of world-renowned speakers right here in Niagara. The event is currently sold out.
Municipal Investigator
Regional Council rescinded their previous decision to appoint Local Authority Services Limited (LAS) as Investigator in accordance with section 239.2 of the Municipal Act effective January 1, 2008.
Committee of the Whole Meeting - January 24, 2008
A Committee of the Whole meeting will be held on January 24, 2008 at 6:30 p.m. respecting Fluoridation in Niagara, and will be followed by a special Council meeting to ratify the decisions made.
Folk Arts Council of St. Catharines
The Folk Arts Council of St. Catharines calendar, commemorating the organization's 40th Anniversary are available at 85 Church Street at a cost of $20.00. The proceeds from the calendars assist newcomers to Niagara establish themselves in business.
Niagara Icewine Festival - January 18 to February 3, 2008
Everyone was encouraged to attend the Niagara Icewine Festival, taking place January 18 to February 3, 2008.
January 19th and 20th, an event will be held at the Twenty Valley Icewine Bar in Jordan, from Noon to 5 p.m. Free Admission.
January 26th and 27th, an event will be held at the Fallsview Casino Icewine Lounge in Niagara-on-the-Lake, from 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. Free Admission.
For more details please visit http://www.niagaraicewinefestival.com/
Niagara Falls Sports Wall of Fame
Regional Council extended their congratulations to those who were inducted, at the induction ceremony at the Memorial Arena on January 13th, when eight individuals, one team and five sponsors were inducted into the Niagara Falls Sports Wall of Fame.
10th Annual "Sweep for Kids" Bonspiel
Everyone is encouraged to take part in the 10th Annual "Sweep for Kids" Bonspiel, hosted by the Boys and Girls Club of Niagara, being held on February 2, 2008 at the Niagara Falls Curling Club.
6th Annual "Strike Out Violence" Bowling Tournament
Form a team and come out and take part in the 6th Annual "Strike Out Violence" Bowling Tournament that supports Women's Place of South Niagara Inc., which is always held the Friday before International Women's Week.
Support for the Niagara District Airport
Regional Council requested that the Regional Chair forward a letter respecting Niagara's endorsement of the funding application for the Niagara District Airport currently under review by the members of the Federal parliament.
Top 10 Issues Facing the Southern Tier
Councillors Goulbourne; Badawey; Augustyn and Henderson will be presenting their list of Top 10 Issues Facing their municipalities, January 24, 2008, at a luncheon sponsored by the Welland-Pelham and the Port Colborne-Wainfleet Chambers of Commerce at the Welland Days Inn.
There is room for up to 200 at the luncheon with 160 tickets already sold. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. and the buffet lunch will start at noon. Tickets are $25 each, or $20 for members of either Chamber of Commerce, and can be ordered by calling 905-732-7515 or e-mailing chamber@iaw.on.ca.