The current elected mayor is from the former city of Chatham. The perception exists that council may not think in terms of the larger community or plan for services enhancing the social, environmental and economic sectors of the rural, small town areas of Chatham-Kent.
Staff provides input to issues, areas of interest for bus stops, statistics etc.
Pioneer Hibred picked up the cost of the bus rental, the Ag Committee of the Chamber hosted a small luncheon prior to boarding the bus, Ridgetown College hosted the group for supper. Key admin staff, councilors and agricultural leaders were able to network. The Opportunity Tour resulted in increased discussion among key community leaders on the issue of what Chatham-Kent needs to become economically, environmentally and socially profitable. Community leaders and municipal key administrative staff will think in terms of the larger community while understanding community assets and services. This information is provided as a public service, but we cannot guarantee that the information is current or accurate.