Name of Policy / Community Heritage Advisors Committee
Effective Date / January, 2017
Originating Department / Manager
Policy Statement / It is in the best interest of the municipality to obtain advice regarding the heritage of the City of Miramichi from individuals vested with knowledge and interest in these matters.
Scope – Who it affects / All Residents of the City
POLICY
· The City shall establish and maintain a Community Heritage Advisors Committee (hereinafter referred to as “the Committee”)
· The Committee shall consist of a minimum of 3 members and a maximum of 6 Members.
· Members of the Committee shall be appointed by Council for a two (2) year term after consideration of nominations and applications solicited from the general public. Appointments may be extended a further two (2) years. Members shall serve at the pleasure of City Council.
· Members of the Committee shall have an above average knowledge, and interest in the heritage of the Miramichi region.
· The Committee shall be consulted by the City regarding any Municipal initiatives or projects which may involve or impact aspects of Miramichi heritage, and the Committee shall provide recommendations to the City with respect to these matters.
· The Committee shall provide the City, from time to time, with recommendations for initiatives designed to increase awareness of Miramichi heritage
· The Committee shall elect a chairperson from amongst its membership.
· The Committee shall meet at the direction of the chairperson. There shall be at least three (3) meetings per year of the Committee.
· The City shall facilitate meetings of the Committee by provision of a meeting space. The City shall make appropriate municipal staff available to attend meetings and provide relevant information to the Committee.
· The Committee shall appear before City Council at least once per year to present recommendations for Council consideration.