A Call for Volunteers
With summer break firmly in our rearview mirror and holidays over, I want to take this opportunity to call for volunteers.
Alternate Director
Rod Smith, our alternate Director, has indicated that he would happily step aside for someone with more time on their hands. If you find this opportunity intriguing, please email me an expression of Interest. You don’t need political experience; however, I will only consider people living in Area G (i.e. Saltair, Thetis, Penelakut, Ruxton, etc).
The primary role of the Alternate Director is to fill in for the Director when they cannot attend board or committee meetings. In addition, it’s essential to stay current with meeting minutes while fostering a good working relationship with the Director. Alternate Directors are paid a stipend for meetings they attend.
Advisory Planning Commissions (APC)
Each Electoral Area within the CVRD has an Advisory Planning Commission made up of local residents who provide advice and recommendations to the CVRD Board on planning-related matters such as:
● Official Community Plan (OCP) Amendments
● Rezoning Applications
● Development Permit Applications
● Other applications, as requested by the Electoral Area Director
Commission meetings are open to the public, and those interested are encouraged to attend.
Saltair District Resident Association (SDRA)
The SDRA’s mission is to promote education, engagement, communication, and action between and with Saltair residents on issues affecting our shared quality of life.
In addition to working closely with community leaders to support our many events (e.g., Halloween, Easter, etc.), the SDRA plays a vital role in holding the Area Director and CVRD accountable. This could be the right group for you if you want to get involved while remaining at arm’s length from the CVRD. Please email the Chair, Sue Miller, for more information [email protected]
