Recommendations
As shown in the table, the committees have clear mandates and structures. In each case, the committee’s Terms of Reference note that collectively, its members should bring relevant technical and professional expertise, as well as strong advocacy, communication, and organizational skills. Each also has municipal staff representation that acts in an advisory capacity to the committee, and the role of staff liaison is fulfilled according to the Committee’s service focus. All committees comprise between a minimum of seven (7) to 13 members, with specifications on qualifications (e.g., age) where appropriate. Consultation did not reveal concerns with the committees in performing their roles that support Council in parks, culture and recreation services decision-making. In future versions of mandates, however, the Town may wish to include reference to the current Recreation, Culture and Parks Master Plan in all the committees that are engaged in advising on implementing its recommendations. The Town has a Special Events Manual to guide organizers through the required municipal processes, and has part-time staff on crews to cover set-up/take-down and facility custodial duties for special events. In Section 5.5.4, the Master Plan discusses the need for a policy to preface the Manual.
SD 5. Include reference to the
current Recreation, Culture and Parks Master Plan in all committees that are engaged in advising on implementing its recommendations.
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