Recreation Advisory Committee

THAT the minutes of the Recreation Advisory Committee meeting of May 7, 2026 be adopted.

WHEREAS the Multi Use Recreation Facility (MURF) is intended to be constructed using funding from upper levels of government; and WHEREAS Brockville City Council has demonstrated unwavering support for this project by committing funds to the reserves, and awarding contracts for roof and exterior work on the Memorial Centre and for relocating sports fields to prepare the site for the MURF; and WHEREAS staff and the Recreation Committee have worked cohesively to ensure this project is "shovel ready" to meet upper level funding requirements; and WHEREAS the Recreation Committee believes now is the opportune time to commence planning and fund raising to achieve the project's goals, which also rely on public support; and WHEREAS efforts have been undertaken to identify individuals who are interested, supportive, and truh1 believe in this project as a community hub that current and future generations can view with pride and excitement for the enjoyment of all residents; and WHEREAS excellent candidates approached regarding this leadership role have consented to allow their names to stand as Co-Chairs; THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Recreation Committee recommend to Council that Ms. Margaret Hudson, President and CEO of Burnbrae Farms, and Mr. Shelley Bacon, CEO of Northern Cables, be appointed Co-Chairs of the MURF Fundraising Committee; AND FURTHER, that Ms. Hudson and Mr. Bacon, along with the City Manager or designate, begin developing the terms of reference and formally esta

THAT the Recreation Advisory Committee meeting be adjourned until its next regular meeting scheduled for September 3, 2026.