Mandate

The Recreation & Leisure Services Committee serves to strengthen the Recreation and Leisure services for all New Maryland residents. This shall include the social, cultural, and physical aspects of recreation.

 Responsibilities Goals and Objectives

The Recreation and Leisure Services Committee shall:  

• Provide advice, support, guidance, and assistance to the Village of New Maryland Council on matters pertaining to the goals, objectives, practices, policies, and strategic direction, as outlined in the current and proposed Recreation and Leisure Services planning documents such as the Village of New Maryland Strategic Plan as well as the Recreation and Leisure Services Master Plan.

• Serve as a liaison and advise Council on matters pertaining to the effective and efficient delivery and management of recreation and leisure services, facilities, programs, and special events

• Review and advise on recreation and leisure needs of the community

• Provide community perspective on recreation and leisure services

• Foster public awareness, recognition, and support for Recreation and Leisure Services

• Foster partnerships and network with community groups, individuals and other municipalities, including Local Service Districts

• Provide input to the Recreation Coordinator during the annual budget process including operating and capital expenses

• Carry out any additional duties as required by Council

Membership

Two (2) members of Council (one will serve as the Chair and the other will serve as the Co-Chair).

Up to six (6) Village residents (membership will be divided in order to strive for a balance between sport/recreation, arts and culture representation)

Village Staff: Recreation Coordinator, and other staff as circumstances require. Appointed staff has a voice but no vote.

All members are approved by the Mayor of the Village of New Maryland.

Reporting Requirements and Methods

The Committee reports directly to the Council of the Village of New Maryland. The Committee Chair shall bring forward the Committees’ recommendations to the Council of the Village of New Maryland for approval and or support.  

Code of Conduct

All committee members, be it Village employees or volunteers, shall be guided by the Village of New Maryland’s policies and procedures including the code of conduct, confidentiality, and workplace harassment policies.

Meeting Schedule

Regular meetings will be held on the last Monday of each month and or as required. Meetings will be called by the Chair or the Recreation Coordinator.

Committee Chairs

Recreation and Leisure Services Committee Chair - Councillor Scott Sparks

Co-Chair - Councillor Tim Scammell

Committee Members

Mayor Frank Dunn (ex-officio)

Village Residents: Karla Faig, Steve Nicoll, Michelle Sawler, Peter Wiggins

Village Staff: Natalie Reid, Recreation Coordinator