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Executive Discussion Topics and Actions Taken – 2009-10
BC Ferries – Mike Corrigan, Executive Vice-President and Chief Operating Officer attended the June 26, 2009 meeting to provide an overview of the current operations and issues facing BC Ferries. At the October 29, 2009 meeting, the issues of scheduling changes between Departure Bay and Horseshoe Bay was discussed resulting in President Causton writing a Letter to Mr. David Hahn, BC Ferries.
Vancouver Island SPINE Trail Project – Gil Parker, Head, Task Force of VISTA attended the June 26, 2009 meeting to provide an overview of the project. Director at Large, Councillor Kenn Whiteman provided updates on the project’s advancement at subsequent meetings. Mr. Parker has been invited to participate in the Mini Marketplace and Tradeshow at the 2010 AGM & Convention.
Roundtable on Forestry Recommendations – Past President Barry Janyk and First Vice President Joe Stanhope co-authored a paper Comments on Roundtable on Forestry. The paper was reviewed at the June 26, 2009 meeting and subsequently forwarded to the July meeting of the UBCM Economic Development Committee. A copy of the paper was distributed to AVICC members with the UBCM’s July 3, 2009 Request for Feedback on the Working Roundtable on Forestry.
Island Corridor Foundation – Graham Bruce, General Manager, Island Corridor Foundation attended the October 29, 2009 meeting to provide an update. He was subsequently invited to provide a pre-conference session at the 2010 AGM & Convention.
Increased Costs for the PRIME BC Police Records Management System – Minister Heed’s fall communication with local governments announcing increases effective January 1, 2010 resulted in President Causton writing a letter to Minister Heed and the following letter of Response from Minister Heed.
Gas Franchise Fees Agreement Expiring December 31, 2011 – Director at Large Merv Unger with the help of staff from the City of Nanaimo investigated the status of repayment of the pipeline and developing strategies for the next steps. He reported the positive response received at a meeting with the Minister of Energy and Mines at the 2009 UBCM Convention noting that there was a commitment that communities on the island will be consulted in the decision-making process.
Derelict Vessel Issue – Ryan Greville, Navigable Waters Protection Program, Marine Safety Branch, District of Sooke’s Mayor Janet Evans and CAO Evan Parliament were invited to the October 29, 2009 meeting to discuss the issue facing many AVICC members. A number of questions were identified requiring follow-up with Bob Gowe, Manager, Navigable Waters Protection. His response was forwarded to the District of Sooke and considered by Executive at their January 29, 2010 meeting.
Vancouver Island Economic Alliance LINK Project – Wendy Maurer, Manager, The Link Project attended the January 29, 2010 meeting to provide an overview of the project and discuss opportunities available to liaise with AVICC members at the 2010 AGM & Convention. Informational bulletins will be included with delegate kits and staff from the project will be in attendance for informal discussions with delegates.
Other Topics of Discussion Have Included:
- Vacancy of sitting Judge Position and Affect on Coastal Communities
- BC Transit Graphics Standards
- Aquaculture Regulation Consultation
- Destaffing of Lighthouses
- Transportation Study
- Climate Action
- Library Funding Cuts
For details of the discussion see the Minutes of the Executive Meetings.