Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee

That the Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee reconsider the Beachfront Mitigation motion passed on April 29th, 2025, and that the Committee waive Rule 6.11(c) of the Town’s Procedural By-law to allow this reconsideration to proceed at this meeting.

That the Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee reconsider the motion: "THAT content be developed to inform residents and visitors that the beach is open for business, with many attractions to discover beyond Beach 1; AND FURTHER THAT information be shared highlighting how the construction will enhance the beachfront, positioning it as a premier beach destination. AND THAT strategy be developed to address and mitigate negative sentiment on social media related to the construction."

Resolved that the Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee minutes of April 29th and May 21st be accepted as amended.

THAT the Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee recommend to Council that the Ontario Games information package developed by the Committee be approved in principle, and that it be

THAT the Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee recommend to Council that it approve the information provided by the Committee regarding the Municipal Accommodation Tax (MAT), and refer it to staff for consideration to include in the final staff report and the MAT funding use policy. Yea (5) Ellen Timms, Carrie Plater, Dan Kardos, Peggy Harris, and Steven Harlow Nay (1) Talbot Biermans

THAT the Economic Development and Tourism Advisory Committee recommend to Council that the Ontario Games information package developed by the Committee be approved in principle, and that it be referred to WBSE staff for further review and a recommendation on its inclusion in the 2026 workplan. Kelly Peggy