While the weather was struggling for spring to arrive in Greenstone, there was "building" weather in Parry Sound where the grandchildren are living and so the playhouse project was underway several weeks earlier than planned. Working only from pictures, my son Josh and I were both pretty proud of the end result. There is no doubt that our 3 grandchildren, Jordynn, Addyson and Naomi will spend many fun hours in their playhouse. If not, maybe it'll be a scaled down version of retirement living?
As one member on a planning team, we have met to begin planning and organizing the community / public consultations which will occur in each of our 4 wards (June 1st - 4th). Sensitive to the "hot button" issues, I hope and will ask for the preparation of relevant background information on matters such as a new municipal building, water / sewer rates, tax rates, and service levels. I'll be suggesting that the backgrounders be made available on the Community Portal and local paper in order to be available for those who do not attend the community meetings. It is important to me that there is as much opportunity for interaction with the public that will help guide Council. The second planning meeting is May 11th.
Best Wishes to Jeanne. We wish you a speedy recovery and look forward to your return.
It's good to see the local AFN Restaurant remaining open for business. In speaking with Chief Kashkeesh several weeks ago, I impressed upon him how important it was to the local economy that the AFN remain open. Thank you for re-evaluating and keeping the restaurant open. Although business is slower than usual, it is my hope that the summer months will be more profitable to the owners and appreciated by the patrons.
I dropped in to the Engineering Office earlier in the week and was pleased to get details of the reconstruction of Highway 584 which is now underway. I hope that there are local opportunities for employment during the construction period.
