HomeMy WebLinkAbout2025-06-12Newcastle BIA MINUTES June 12, 2025
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Attendance: Janeen Calder, Alison Dee, Carolyn Brooks, Jane Black,
Laura Knox, Doug Sirrs, Rhonda Armour, Councillor Willie Woo
Regrets: Marni Lewis, Valentine Lovekin, Theresa Vanhaverbeke, Jim
Norwood, Tracey Yates, Lina Schmahl, Sarah Shipley
1. Meeting called to order at 9:00am - Land Acknowledgement read
2. Presentation by Derek Williams from DRPS about their CCTV cameras
that are planned for Clarington. He gave a very thorough and interesting
presentation. These can be installed at crucial points downtown, coming
off major roads and along streets to have a proactive influence to
improve public safety for businesses and residents. They are very cost
efficient and produce clear 360 degree images 24/7. It was suggested
that a letter of support from the BIA would benefit the installation.
3. Approval of April minutes
No quorum
4. Business Arising from Minutes: n/a
5. President's report: n/a
6.Treasurer's Report:
The current bank balance before Canada Day is $99,521.88
7. Council Report:
Willie explained the consultation for the streetscapes along King Ave. And
answered questions from those present.
8. Committee Reports
Safety and Decor: n/a
Advertising: n/a
Special Events:
Canada Day (Tuesday, July 1st, 12pm - 6pm, fireworks at dusk)
The event is fully planned with road closures, volunteers are still needed.
The official ceremony will be at 2:OOpm.
Harvest Festival (Saturday, October 4th, 9-3pm) n/a
Community Hall Lighting (Sunday, November 16th, 5:15pm) n/a
Santa Parade (Sunday, November 16th, 5:30pm)
The theme this year is "Canadian Christmas"
Santa Breakfast (Sunday, November 30th, 8-11 am) n/a
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CBOT is hosting an Open House on Thursday, July 17th from 11 am -
2pm at their offices. Open to all businesses, members and non-members
10. CIP/Economic Development/Street Scape:
Moving forward next year along King Ave. for first phase. Pride Support
stickers are available for store windows.
11. Newcastle & District Chamber of Commerce: n/a
12. New Business:
The Library has student artwork on display until the Fall. Over the
summer, the library will have outdoor reading. Also, offering discounts at
some businesses by showing your library card. List at cplma.ca
Concerts in the Park begins Tuesday, June 24th. No concert on July 1 st.
On July 8th, there will also be a bbq by the Knights of Columbus. On
August 5th, Dominos Pizza is offering food.
13. Next Meeting: Thursday, July 10th, 2025 at 9:OOam
14. Meeting Adjourned at 10:05am