Minutes (Appointed) - Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee - 20240912
Town of Aurora
Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes
Date:
Time:
Location:
Thursday, September 12, 2024
10 a.m.
Holland Room, Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Ron Weese (Chair)
Diane Buchanan
Phiona Durrant*
Elaine Martini
Jo-anne Spitzer
Patricia Wallace
Members Absent: Glenda Raketti
Other Attendees: Shelley Ware, Supervisor, Special Events
Ishita Soneji, Deputy Town Clerk
*Attended electronically
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1. Call to Order
The Chair called the meeting to order at 9:56 a.m.
2. Land Acknowledgement
The Committee acknowledged that the meeting took place on Anishinaabe lands,
the traditional and treaty territory of the Chippewas of Georgina Island,
recognizing the many other Nations whose presence here continues to this day,
the special relationship the Chippewas have with the lands and waters of this
territory, and that Aurora has shared responsibility for the stewardship of these
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lands and waters. It was noted that Aurora is part of the treaty lands of the
Mississaugas and Chippewas, recognized through Treaty #13 and the Williams
Treaties of 1923.
3. Approval of the Agenda
Moved By Diane Buchanan
Seconded By Patricia Wallace
That the agenda as circulated by Legislative Services be approved.
Carried
4. Declarations of Pecuniary Interest and General Nature Thereof
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act, R.S.O. 1990, c. M.50.
5. Receipt of the Minutes
5.1 Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes of
April 17, 2024
Moved By Jo-anne Spitzer
Seconded By Diane Buchanan
1. That the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee
Meeting Minutes of April 17, 2024, be received for information.
Carried
6. Delegations
None.
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7. Matters for Consideration
7.1 Round Table Discussion; Re: 2024 Awards Event Debrief
Staff provided an overview of the 2024 awards event noting the three main
processes related to nominations, selection, and the ceremony. The
Committee appreciated the availability of an evaluation matrix along with
blind submissions, and suggested that more explanation be provided in
the future on evaluating candidates' contributions and impact.
The Committee and staff discussed about various aspects of the
ceremony logistics including: possibility of streamlining introductions to
avoid repetitions, possibility of a theme for the event, and means to make
the ceremony more interactive and impactful.
There was further discussion regarding means to increase awareness
about the awards in the community through combined advertising and
engagement opportunities.
Moved By Elaine Martini
Seconded By Phiona Durrant
1. That the Community Recognition Review Advisory Committee
comments regarding the 2024 Awards Event Debrief be received
and referred to staff for consideration and further action as
appropriate.
Carried
8. Informational Items
None.
9. New Business
The Committee referred to the two-year term expiring for citizen members in
December and inquired about the next steps. Staff advised that more information
is forthcoming and will be circulated to all Members.
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10. Adjournment
Moved By Diane Buchanan
Seconded By Jo-anne Spitzer
That the meeting be adjourned at 10:57 a.m.
Carried