At the recent Committee of the Whole meeting, Council Members considered Report CS-03-24, which explored options for filling the vacant seat in Ward 2. After comprehensive discussion, direction was provided to appoint the runner-up from the 2022 Municipal Election for Ward 2 as the potential new Councillor. The first runner up in 2022 was Darrell Toms. The Clerk is contacting Mr. Toms to confirm his eligibility and willingness to serve our community in this capacity through the end of the 2022-2026 term of Council.
It is important to note that this decision is provisional. The final appointment will be deliberated upon at the Council meeting scheduled for March 5, where an appointment by-law will be presented for consideration.
Community engagement and participation
We strongly encourage our community members to stay involved in this process. For those interested:
- Meeting Recording and Staff Report: You can view the recording of the meeting on the Municipality's YouTube channel and read the accompanying staff report for detailed information.
- Voicing Your Opinions: We welcome and value your input. Please feel free to connect with Council members via email or by scheduling a meeting to share your thoughts.
- Making a Deputation: For more direct involvement, consider making a deputation at the next Council meeting prior to the consideration of this appointment. To do so, please ensure to fill out the required form by March 4 at noon. Email us for assistance.
For any further inquiries or to express your views, do not hesitate to get in touch with your Council. There are many ways to engage – visit porthope.ca/connect-with-council.
2024-02-21
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