City looks to fill downtown safety task force
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This article was published 17/09/2021 (1563 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
The City of Brandon is looking for applicants for the new Downtown Wellness and Safety Task Force.
The goal of the task force is to make recommendations to Brandon City Council on a balanced approach to improving downtown safety, business and people’s wellness, according to a Thursday press release.
The task force will also aim to identify issues related to the perception of safety in the downtown core and look at a long-term action plan.
Mayor Rick Chrest first announced the task force in his 2021 state of the city address in May, saying it would improve safety and help vulnerable people in the neighbourhood.
Chrest made the announcement in conjunction with the city adding a new affordable housing co-ordinator.
The task force will be made up of stakeholders from the not-for-profit sector, Indigenous community, downtown business, Prairie Mountain Health, commercial property owners and developers, residents and members of Brandon City Council.
Applications are available online or can be picked up from the city’s Legislative Service Office at city hall. Members must be at least 18 years old and a resident of the city.
Applications are due Sept. 30. Members will be appointed by Brandon City Council to a one-year term, which can be extended.
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