City and SD68 sign Collaboration Agreement
(Nanaimo, November 29, 2012) –
In the spirit of supporting a shared responsibility for community well-being,
Nanaimo City Council and the Board of Education of School District 68
(Nanaimo-Ladysmith) have signed a collaboration agreement that will see the two
organizations work closely together on initiatives of mutual
interest.
“Local government is most
effective when steps are taken to build effective working relationships that
promote and improve the needs of our community”, said Nanaimo City Mayor, John
Ruttan. “I look forward to the improved dialogue between our organizations this
agreement will soon bring.”
SD68 Board Chair Jamie Brennan
said, “The students and parents of our district expect us to demonstrate that
harmony and co-operation can lead to great things. We look forward to a
continuing positive dialogue with our partners in local governance. This
collaboration agreement is an excellent beginning.”
Central to the agreement is the
creation of the Staff Working Committee. Comprised of senior staff from both
organizations, the committee will seek to improve timely communication and
cooperation across a variety of areas, including: land use planning,
environmental protection, transportation and traffic management, capacity
building and several other initiatives of joint importance. The Committee will
provide both advice to Council and the Board as well as implement decisions of
the Council and the Board on specific projects and initiatives.
The agreement was approved by
the Board at their public meeting Wednesday night and will be approved by
Council at their public meeting next Monday.
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