This is further to the 8-1 council decision that was made at the regular committee of the whole meeting on May 5, where council ordered the cancellation of the "Beyond You" Leadercast event that was scheduled to be simulcast at the VICC on May 9. As the event had been publicized in the local media, since at least April 15, I wonder why those who apparently contacted one councillor on May 2 to voice their objection to the leadership simulcast being held at a taxpayer-owned facility, did not address the City of Nanaimo's elected officials at a council meeting, in a transparent manner, as is the usual practice.
I find it rather offensive that a matter, which is of significance to all citizens of Nanaimo, was brought forth for council's consideration via a last-minute motion.
This, in itself, has resulted in divisiveness in the community. The actual council directive was far-reaching and one has to wonder if it is enforceable at law.
Janet Irvine
Nanaimo
Apparently the city of Nanaimo is run by backwoods hicks. I won't ever waste my Christian $$$ there.
ReplyDeleteThis Council plus the Mayor should be ashamed of themselves. With no knowledge of the issue they all , with the exception of one, looked like fools with their soapbox rants.
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