Mar 7: Local News & Weekend Events
Plus: Grey Bruce OPP appeal for info about a Meaford break-in; see our top stories of the week
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In case you missed a beat, here are our top stories and submissions from this week:
Opinion
The Georgian Bay School for the Arts (GBArts) says it faces unfair competition from a taxpayer-funded arts camp run by the Tom Thomson Art Gallery.
In his letter to the editor, Alan McIntosh questions why a city-run institution that previously participated in GBArts summer camps now offers a lower-cost program. He says that this competes with their long-established summer camp, and that the City has hired a grant specialist to compete for the same funding as local non-profits.
Should public funds be used this way? Read the full letter and share your thoughts.
Letter: Should Taxpayer Funds Support Competition with Local Arts Groups and Non-Profits?
The Georgian Bay School for the Arts (GBArts) raises concerns over competition created by a city-funded arts camp and new fundraising staff, questioning the impact on local organizations.
Public Notices
Owen Sound City Council meets on Monday, March 10, at 5:30 p.m. in Council Chambers at City Hall. On the agenda: Grey Sauble Conservation Authority’s request for financing to support renovations to its Administration Centre; verbal updates from the Deputy Mayor on Grey County Council business; a proposed 3% cost of living adjustment (COLA) increase for non-union employees and Council members; two flag-flying requests, and more. See the full agenda here.
Local News
Keep reading for community events, our original reporting, and curated local news updates. Today, you’ll find details of Grey County’s action plan for supporting local business in light of U.S. tariffs, accolades for Pierce Mbuyi of the Owen Sound Attack, a feature on crowdfunding efforts for the Sydenham Sportsmen, an update on the collision that closed a stretch of 10th St E briefly yesterday, and a lot more.
~ Miranda Miller, Editor
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