Regional Economic Development Officer Eve O’Leary presented Council with a special award. It was presented by the Economic Developers Association of Manitoba to the Flin Flon Denare Beach Creighton Economic Development Corporation for the Economic Project of the Year in recognition of their outstanding accomplishments in economic development and setting an example that can be followed by other rural communities in the province. Mayor Cal Huntley noted it is very significant that they received the award so early in developing their program and is something to look back on as they move forward.

In other business Council approved the Recreation Fee Schedule for next year with an average increase in fees of two percent.  This does not include the Whitney Forum which is done separately.

Councilor Ken Pawlachuk reported Fire Chief Chad Cooper continues to offer training for fire fighters from sixteen reserve areas supported by University College of the North which is also offering a culinary arts program through the Friendship Center.

Mayor and Council wished everyone a very safe and Merry Christmas.