I trust this message finds you well.
There is no doubt that COVID-19 has changed the way we view the world and our place within it. This global pandemic touched our lives in every way imaginable. With that in mind, it is my sincere hope that you, your families, and friends are healthy and safe.
While we have been quiet – taking care of ourselves and managing the ever-changing tide of well, changes, I assure you we have not been silent.
IDA Highlights
Here is a quick update on how the IDA has continued to work for our members, residents, and strategic alliances to meet our vision, mission, and goals:
- As a member of Lake Simcoe Watch, in a 11MAR20 delegation to Town Council, we distributed copies of a ‘Discussion Paper: Cleaning-Up Lake Simcoe
- We have since distributed responses for the above Discussion Paper to Town Council and CAO
- Our Board Director, Stan Daurio, attended several virtual meetings ranging from Innisfil Beach Park Master Plan to Youth Engagement Strategy and those updates will soon be available for viewing on our site
- We continue to engage our Strategic Alliances including Simcoe County Greenbelt Coalition (SCGC) and Rescue Lake Simcoe Coalition (RLSC) to support the ongoing efforts for the Lake Simcoe Protection Plan review
- We are updating our website to reflect new communication strategies – keeping you informed is our top priority
- We are engaging with concerned property owners regarding the Lakelands ZBA
- We participated in and provided feedback for the Simcoe County “Just Recovery” letter – calling on local leaders to “Invest in People, Nature and Communities”, as we recover from COVID-19
- We are pleased to announce that, in honour of late Board Director, Stuart Marwick, we have created a $500.00 Bursary for a student of Nantyr Shores Secondary School 2020-2021 Graduating Class that best meets the established criteria
- We are working on our virtual AGM, scheduled for 22AUG20 and will update you as plans are confirmed
- We continue to monitor every Council meeting
Your Membership Dollars Matter
We know there is much work to be done and we rely on your yearly contribution to help us accomplish our goals. We thank you for being a member and encourage you to keep in touch with us.
We will be in touch with you again soon!
Happy 200th Anniversary to Innisfil!
Be well.
Deborah