Public Meeting 1.2 — In-Person
Date: Thursday, November 21, 2024
Time: 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Doors open 6:15 p.m.
Location: In-Person
Victoria Conference Centre — Crystal Garden
720 Douglas St,
Victoria, BC V8W 3M7
Agenda:
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Welcome and introductions
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Overview of the Citizens' Assembly process
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Q&A session
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Small group activities/discussions
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Plenary report back
The Victoria-Saanich Citizens’ Assembly (VSCA) on Municipal Amalgamation is preparing to convene its first of eight meetings. Forty-eight randomly selected residents of Saanich and Victoria will represent all residents of these municipalities on the Assembly, which is tasked with exploring the costs, benefits and disadvantages of amalgamation between the two municipalities and issuing a report to their councils.
Much like a jury or task force, the deliberations of a Citizens’ Assembly are generally confidential and closed to the public. However, there are several ways for the public to get involved:
➡️ Make a Public Submission to the Assembly: provide your perspective on the question of amalgamation or raise an issue you would like the Assembly to consider.
➡️ Register for one of the Public Meetings (Nov 20 and 21): learn more about the Assembly’s process and the work of local government, provide your perspective on the issues, and learn what your fellow residents think.
➡️ Sign up for Assembly Updates: receive copies of the presentations, reports, meeting summaries, and other resources, so you can follow the Assembly’s work.
Learn more at victoriasaanich.ca.
MASS LBP is running the Victoria Saanich Citizens’ Assembly at arms-length from both municipalities to safeguard the independence of the process. All comments and questions related to the Victoria-Saanich Citizens’ Assembly should be directed to info@victoriasaanich.ca or via phone at 1-833-319-1901.