Council Highlights January 4 2022

January 05, 2022

Council Highlights

Merrick Brown, Manager of Support Services in Emergency Services provided an update on the current COVID-19 situation. Mr. Brown spoke to the dramatic increase in reported cases between December 28 and January 3, emphasizing the high transmission rate of the Omicron variant and the need for all those eligible to get vaccinated. He also shared an update on the City of Medicine Hat’s current focus, including the status of public facilities and the business continuity plans that are in place to minimize the risk of any disruption to essential services. The slide deck is included here for further information.

Jace Anderson, Executive Director of the Medicine Hat Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) Society, provided Council a presentation on local tourism trends and the mandate of the DMO in Medicine Hat.

Brad Irwin, Planning Officer in Planning and Development Services presented on Direct Control Development Permit PLDP20211244 – a permit to incorporate sea cans and a shade canopy at 603 1 Street (Towne Square).

Following a non-statutory public hearing, City Council approved Direct Control Development Permit Application PLDP20211244 allowing sea cans and a shade canopy to be installed at 603 1 Street (Towne Square).

City Council approved the 2022 Committee and Council meeting calendar.

City Council declared Monday, August 1, 2022 a Civic Holiday.

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