Director’s Reports
Director’s Reports
An update on what’s in process
Time is an ingredient built into local government processes. This report shares details of some of what’s in progress, including bylaws, reports, and an update on an OCP review. ‘Bylaws’ and...
The Wharves Service, Improved Southend Egress, Farming + more
The magic hidden in tiny seeds is unfurling and May Day is coming… there’s so much to love about May in the Discovery Islands. 😊 This report includes thoughts on the potential wharves service,...
Forestry, Reconcili-Action, & Sewer
Greetings! The green haze of spring growth and getting my hands into garden soil are sure sparking joy when I’m not looking at a screen. It’s been almost six months since I’ve been sworn in, and I...
Housing, Hoskyn Channel, Book a Meeting with Me (and more!)
Greetings! I wrote this amidst the bluster of Easter weekend, and contemplated the necessary resilience of islanders and our strength as a community. I hope your holiday weekend had time for...
The Latest Board Happenings: Wharves & The ICSP
Hello and happy spring! The lengthening evening light is energizing, it feels great to be stretching out of hibernation. Actions on the proposed Wharves Service and the Integrated Sustainability...
A Fresh Director’s Report
Hello! The frog choirs have emerged and dusky evenings are expanding. I trust you are also enjoying that winter is in the rear-view mirror and brighter days are ahead. Recently my inbox has had...
About That Garbage… Err, Solid Waste
Hello! In local government garbage and recycling are referred to as ‘solid waste’. There are several aspects to solid waste worth discussing, that’s what this Director’s Report is focussing on....
Local Government Leadership Academy training in Nanaimo
Hello, The lengthening daylight is sparking February joy for me, I hope it is for you also. 😊 I’ve been Director for three months and the learning curve continues. I’m excited to have attended three...
What’s Up With Area C Wharves?
Hello, Thank you for subscribing to my Director's Report. This time, I'm discussing "what's up with wharves?!". In our islands-rich Electoral Area our wharves provide a vital transportation link for...
A summation of the Strathcona Regional District January 11 meetings
Greetings! Quadra Island’s liquid sunshine continues to sparkle down upon us, seeping into our aquifers and bubbling seaward in rivulets and creeks. I hope you are getting outside and remembering to...
Director’s Report + Festive Wishes
Hello!Festive wishesCheers to surviving the snow, acts of neighbourliness & kindness, and for lengthening daylight which we can soon celebrate. I wish you a sparkly solstice and friendly festive...
Director’s Report, Debut Edition
November 9 I swore an Oath of Office with the Honourable Judge Flewelling and officially became the Regional Director for Area C, Discovery Islands and Mainland Inlets. November 11 I was honoured to...