Economic Development Committee Members Needed

Help Develop Our Future

Do you live or own a business in the Town of South Bruce Peninsula?
Are you interested in building a vibrant and prosperous community?

Consider becoming a member of the Town of South Bruce Peninsula Economic
Development Committee. The Committee reports to Council on important issues
such as revitalization, strategic planning and community improvement. The
Committee "Terms of Reference" is available at www.southbrucepeninsula.com
or by contacting Town Hall.

Interested parties are encouraged to submit a written letter of interest to the
undersigned.

Malcolm McIntosh, CAO
Town of South Bruce Peninsula
315 George Street, PO Box 310
Wiarton ON N0H 2T0
519-534-1400
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT COMMITTEE

TERMS OF REFERENCE

PURPOSE:

The purpose of the Economic Development Committee is to facilitate the development of
new business opportunities in the Town of South Bruce Peninsula. The Committee will
also look for ways and means of expanding the employment opportunities of the residents
of South Bruce Peninsula.

The Committee will make non binding recommendations to the Municipal Council, or it's
Committees, on business development, or employment expansion possibilities in the
Town. The Committee will consist of two at large public appointments and the Mayor as
the Council representative. The Mayor will have a vote on all matters. The Committee
will elect a Chair from amongst themselves and will meet on a monthly basis, or as
required by the Chair.

ACTIVITIES:

The Economic Development Committee will be responsible for undertaking the
following:
-making recommendations on implementing the South Bruce Peninsula Economic
Development Strategy
-facilitating the implementation of plans to expand existing businesses opportunities, and
encourage new businesses to come to South Bruce Peninsula
-assist in providing advice to local businesses
-ensure communication between the Chamber of Commerce and the Council
-assist in human skills development
-provide advice on training programs
-The Economic Development Officer will assist the Committee in carrying out its duties
as required

REPORTING TO COUNCIL:

The Economic Development Committee, through the Chair, will report to Council and its
Committees as required, on an on going or as needed basis. The Chair and the
CAO/Clerk will prepare a monthly report on the activities of the Committee to update
Council on the progress of the Committee. Minutes of the Committee meeting will be
provided to Council for consideration.

Last modified: February 12, 2007