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The Corporation of the Town of Tillsonburg
Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee
October 13, 2021
5:30 p.m.
Hybrid
MINUTES
Present:
Christian Devlin, Dace Zvanitajs, Scott Gooding, Taylor Campbell, Susie Wray, Carrie
Lewis
Absent with Regrets:
Jeff Vanrybroeck, Kim Sage
Also Present:
Chris Parker, Andrea Greenway, Margaret Puhr
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 5:36 p.m.
2. Adoption of Agenda
Resolution #1
Moved by: Chris Parker
Seconded by: Carrie Lewis
THAT the Agenda as prepared for the Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee
meeting of October 13, 2021, be adopted.
Carried
3. Minutes of the Previous Meeting
4. Disclosures of Pecuniary Interest and the General Nature Thereof
There were no disclosures of pecuniary interest declared.
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5. General Business and Reports
5.1. Introduction of new members – Scott Gooding and Taylor Campbell introduced
themselves to the committee.
5.2. Election of new Chair –
Resolution #2
Moved by: Susie Wray
Seconded by: Christian Devlin
THAT Chris Parker be named the Chair of the Recreation & Parks Advisory
committee for the remainder of the term.
Carried
5.3. Staff update – as of October 31 the Public Health unit requires that everyone 12
years or older must present a proof of vaccination upon entering the community
centre.
The province has lifted the capacity limits for spectators and they no longer need
to distance when seated. Masks are still required.
The splash pad design was presented to staff this week and will be presented to
council on November 8 meeting. There will be 18 water features, pad will be
located adjacent to the water park and the playground. This pad is scheduled to
be opened in spring of 2022. The pool upgrades design is still being worked on,
the staff toured two sites designed by A+Link Architects to get an idea of their
designs. The plan is to provide more change rooms, accessible and family; to
open up the entrance and make it one level by removing the stairs on the West
side of the building, and to make the building more accessible in general. A new
ramp into the pool, more storage are among some other features.
There was a grant application submitted for replacement of the water park
building, approved by council and awaiting response.
The arenas and the mini rink are now bookable online. The arenas require staff
confirmation for booking, the mini rink is a straightforward booking.
5.4. General discussion – councillor Parker announced an upcoming community
event in November 2021. Further information can be obtained from Christopher
Baird, Director of Recreation, Culture & Parks.
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Question was raised about renovating the tennis courts, there have been new
nets but no work done in a while. Staff will look into budget and get back to the
committee.
Also discussed was issue that many seniors in town don’t have computers or
other electronic devices, and most of the information from the town seems to be
coming online. Seniors don’t have access to this information, but should be able
to, particularly most recently regarding the vaccinations. Staff is able to print out
the recreation brochure on request. Possible opportunity for educational
workshops through the senior centre.
Recreation Master Plan will be circulated to members for review.
6. Next Meeting
November 10 at 5:30p.m., hybrid format, unless a special meeting is required due to
the Rogers event.
7. Adjournment
Resolution #3
Moved by: Carrie Lewis
Seconded by: Scott Gooding
THAT the October 13, 2021 Recreation & Sports Advisory Committee meeting be
adjourned at 6:19 p.m.
Carried