Moved: Councillor Olson
Seconded: Councillor Wink
WHEREAS the Town of Pelham is committed to recognizing and commemorating the annual nationwide day of Remembrance on November 11th to mark the sacrifice of the many who have fallen in the service of their country and acknowledge the courage, valour and sacrifice of the military personnel who have served and continue to serve;
AND WHEREAS the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum hosts an annual Remembrance Day service honouring those who served their country and recognizing the members of today’s Canadian Armed Forces who build upon the legacy of our fallen heroes;
AND WHEREAS the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum facilitates the military tradition of a community Cenotaph flyover traversing Hamilton and participating communities as part of the Remembrance Day service;
AND WHEREAS the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum annually calls upon communities within the Greater Golden Horseshoe for monetary support to offset the expense of operating the vintage military aircraft to be used during the community Cenotaph flyovers;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Council of the Town of Pelham pledge an annual contribution of $2,500.00, adjusting for inflation as appropriate, whereby the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum ensures the Town’s inclusion in this annual act of Remembrance;
AND THAT staff be directed to include this expenditure as part of the 2023 budget and future year budget processes for Council’s consideration.