Council Highlights for January 10, 2024

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The Town of Pelham regular council meeting was held on Wednesday, January 10, 2024 at 9:00 a.m. at the Pelham municipal building at 20 Pelham Town Hall. Video recording and live stream of the meeting can be viewed at www.pelham.ca/live 

Alzheimer Society

Council received a presentation from John Netherway, Director with the Alzheimer Society Niagara Region Foundation highlighting the work of the organization. January is awareness month and the presentation included the programs and resources available to individuals, families and caregivers who are impacted by Alzheimer’s and Dementia. The society is currently recruiting for volunteer board members from the Pelham area to serve on the board. Additional information on programs, services and volunteer opportunities can be found online www.alzheimerniagara.ca

Fenwick Decorative Streetlights

Council received report #2024-0013 regarding the streetlights in the downtown Fenwick area. There are a total of 17 streetlights that include both 12 LED lights and five gas-lit. Council have requested staff review additional options for the potential replacement of the gas-lit streetlights which were originally installed in 2015 as part of the Downtown Fenwick Revitalization Project and have experienced maintenance issues related to the replacement of the transformers and the lamp globes.

Raiders Minor Lacrosse at the Meridian Community Centre

Council received Report # 2023-0273 – MCC Licence Agreement – Pelham Raiders Minor Lacrosse Association and authorized staff to enter into a licence agreement with Pelham Raiders Minor Lacrosse Association. The Raiders wish to continue operating at the Meridian Community Centre and staff have worked with them to develop the agreement. More information about the association can be found at www.pelhamraiders.com

Niagara Region - Transportation Strategy Steering Committee

Council have nominated Councillor Wayne Olson to be considered as the Pelham representative for the Transportation Strategy Steering Committee for the current term ending in 2026. The Transportation Strategy Steering Committee (TSSC) is an advisory committee to the Public Works Committee (PWC). The TSSC will advise on matters related to transportation policy and planning across disciplines affecting the transportation network in Niagara.

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Leah Letford, Communications Specialist | 905-980-6653 | lletford@pelham.ca