The meeting was called to order at 9:34 a.m.

Councillor Twinney in the Chair.

Additions & Corrections to the Agenda

None.

Declarations of Pecuniary Interest

None.

Deputations/Presentations

None.

Approval of Minutes

1.

Appointment Committee Minutes of February 8, 2016.

Moved by:      Mayor Van Bynen

Seconded by: Councillor Bisanz

THAT the Appointment Committee Minutes of February 8, 2016 be approved.

Carried

Items for Discussion

2.

Discussion regarding a vacancy on the Main Street District Business Improvement Area Board of Management.

The Commissioner of Community Services provided background information related to the needs of the Board of Management.  The Economic Development Officer provided an overview of the current Board structure, existing vacancies and advised of the potential for inclusion of a restauranteur on the Board of Management as the restaurant industry is an economic driver on Main Street.  Discussion ensued regarding the need for a Member of Council to participate on the Board, Board activities, transparency between the Board and the BIA membership.  The Mayor advised that he will seek expressions of interest from Members of Council to fill the vacancy left by the resignation of Councillor Sponga.  The Committee directed staff to obtain expressions of interest from restauranteurs for appointment to the Main Street District Business Improvement Area Board of Management and report back in two weeks. 

New Business

a)

The Director of Legislative Services advised that a Council Workshop has been scheduled for Monday, April 11, 2016 with the purpose of receiving presentations from each Committee of Council.  In addition, a brief reception is planned.  He advised that further details will follow as staff finalize arrangements.  

Adjournment

Moved by:      Mayor Van Bynen

Seconded by: Councillor Bisanz

THAT the meeting adjourn.

Carried

There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 10:01 a.m.