There was a request to include photo credits on the new website.
Reminder that there is a “Santa’s Runway” along Union St to Carss St to Mitcheson St. Residents light candles in paper bags along the street on Christmas Eve to show Santa where to land!
Deputy Mayor Minnille announced the approval of Mayor Lowry as the new Lanark County Warden! Very proud of her accomplishment being elected in the first round.
Inquiries into the Lanark County restructuring of the Tourism department. Will Lanark County still be focused on economic development and tourism? Updates required.
New business Mississippi Mills Malting Brewery has begun building their new facility in Pakenham.
Inquiries made on the Covid-19 Provincial compliance testing along Mill St wondering if there were any non-compliant businesses?
Lions Club and the Almonte Civitan are partnering in the local Christmas hamper program. Hampers to be delivered December 18 & 19. Financial donations are also accepted.
The Humm has announced a writing contest about stories of the Ottawa Valley.
Chairperson, Scott McLellan was investigating how various Chamber of Commerce/BIA are networking during the pandemic.
- meeting in small groups, social distancing and wearing masks
- virtual meetings
- zoom cocktail hours, including recipes
- Q & A seminar on how to use social media. Open sessions.
- Suggested following local businesses on Facebook to help promote
Mayor’s Report will be read during the Council meeting tonight.
Discussion on 2021 Visitor Guide to be discussed at the next meeting.