Councillor Denning advised that the Arena Renaming committee continues to prepare for the August 24 event, which will include representative from the Hockey Hall of Fame, the Kraft Hockeyville Trophy and remaining merchandise, and attendance by Bo Horvat and the Horvat family. Bo will be on site all day for the unveiling of the new logo and to sign autographs. St. Thomas radio will also be on site providing music and interviews.
Deputy Mayor Tellier advised the Recreation Committee is prepared for a Canada Day celebration full of recreation-based activities, including basketball, pickle ball, lawn bowling and a baseball game, as well facepainting and a feather mural activity. Flyers were given out and volunteers are in place for the day.
Heritage homes meeting will be held next week, and the West Elgin Health Center is preparing for their 30th anniversary celebration.
Old Town Hall committee met with two of the three new members in attendance. New grant ideas were shared including accessibility, arts and heritage. The committee will meet again mid-July.