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City council met Monday night for its second regular meeting of 2012.
A busy agenda included two delegations.
First, newly minted Citizen of the Year Chris Ayling spoke to council with an update on the work of Cranbrook Connected, the city's sustainability plan committee.
Next, Kootenay Ice goaltender Nathan Lieuwen presented to council about Family Faith Night, an event slated to take place February 11 after the Ice's game against the Saskatoon Blades. Lieuwen asked council for financial support for the event at a cost to the city of $555. Council voted not to fund the full amount but allocated $100, matching its 2011 contribution.
During Monday's meeting, council voted on a long list of priorities for 2012. The priorities were set after a collaborative workshop between staff and council. They will form the city's 2012 Business Plan.
Council asked staff to prepare more information about the city's policy for clearing snow from sidewalks. In particular, Mayor Wayne Stetski asked for a review of common pedestrian routes originating at seniors' housing.
For these stories and more, see upcoming issues of The Townsman.
