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The purpose of the Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee is to advise Council and recommend policies on community arts, culture, and heritage promotion, including services, facilities, and specific community interests.
Mandate
The Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee will, consistent with the purpose described above, undertake the following:
- Develop and recommend policies to Council and respond to Council requests for advice and information.
- Review and provide feedback on the Strategic Plan.
- Provide a community perspective on services, programs, events, and facilities related to arts, culture, and heritage promotion, education and awareness.
- Foster public awareness, recognition, and support for local artistic talent, heritage, and archival preservation.
Meetings
The Committee will meet a minimum of four times per year in accordance with its regular schedule of meetings established annually at the first meeting of the year. No meetings are held during the summer and winter breaks (July, August and December). Special meetings may be held at the call of the Chair. The meeting rules and procedures will be in accordance with the Council Procedure Bylaw.
Agendas and Minutes
Membership
The Committee will consist of nine (9) members including:
• One member of Council to serve as Chair, appointed by the Mayor; and,
• Eight community representatives appointed by the Council.
School District Nos. 61 and 63 may each assign a trustee to the Committee as a non-voting liaison.
Staff Support
The Parks and Recreation Department is the primary contact and together with the Planning Department and Archives Section will provide the required professional support. The Legislative Division will provide secretarial and administrative support.
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