Mover: Councillor Olson
Seconder: Councillor Hildebrandt
WHEREAS the Town of Pelham honours the contributions and sacrifices of Canadian Veterans;
AND WHEREAS year-round visual representations, such as commemorative crosswalks, foster community recognition and remembrance;
AND WHEREAS "Lest We Forget" crosswalks in Fonthill and Fenwick, or other suitable locations, would provide a tribute to the Veterans who have sacrificed their lives to serve our country;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT Council directs staff to prepare a report exploring the feasibility of implementing at least two "Lest We Forget" commemorative crosswalks;
AND THAT the report consider factors including community safety, appropriate locations, design concepts, material durability, associated costs, and implementation timelines;
AND THAT staff make their best efforts to have the crosswalks installed as expeditiously as possible, and if temperatures permit, to have at least one of the crosswalks installed by May 5, 2025 to coincide with Liberation Day in the Netherlands;
AND FURTHER THAT staff report back to Council with recommendations and next steps by Q1 of 2025.