NOTL Residents Association elects board of directors, talks array of issues at first AGM

NOTL Residents Association Elects Board and Discusses Key Issues

The newly established Niagara-on-the-Lake Residents Association continues to expand its role in the community. It held its first annual general meeting on Wednesday evening, attracting 103 attendees. The gathering focused on several pressing local matters, including plans for renewed development at the historic Rand Estate, the future use of the former Wellington Street hospital, and the town’s latest draft of its official plan.

Election of Board of Directors

During the meeting, members selected a board of seven directors who were acclaimed without opposition. The appointed directors are:

McCormack, Hardakar, and Arsenault had previously served as founders and leaders of the association. James, Leja, and Neame joined as new members. Colin Patey, the fifth founding member, chose not to run.

Roles and Responsibilities

The board will oversee the association’s operations and communicate the community’s viewpoints gathered during meetings to the wider public. McCormack chaired the AGM and presented the financial report, highlighting that the association has received $7,195 in donations and incurred $3,500 in expenses.

“As of October,” Arsenault wrote in an email to The Lake Report, “the association’s growth reflects strong community interest and support.”

Author's summary: The NOTL Residents Association formalizes its leadership to address local development and planning issues, showing strong community backing and transparent financial management.

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Penticton Herald Penticton Herald — 2025-11-06

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