Council here has approved a proposal to run a day camp pilot project in Drayton, but it wants more specific wording from its parks, culture, and recreation committee in the future.
The issue came about when a resident approached the committee about running a day camp. A subcommittee considered a proposal, but thought it was too rushed to start this year. It recommended trying to run a pilot day camp project during March break next year at the PMD arena in Drayton.
Public Works Director Larry Lynch asked if the committee has a budget. Councillor Jim Curry said that will come at the next meeting.
Lynch said it would make a big difference in cost if the committee plans to use the ice surface. It has suggested a camp for three age groups: ages 5 to 6, 7 to 9, and 10 to 12.
The committee stated the only cost it foresees is “to hire a resource person and they suggest we call Conestogo College Rec and Leisure program and hire a co-op student from this program to make up this March break program.”
The committee also said if the student works out, that person could be hired for a summer program in 2012. The committee added the program should also be run in Moorefield, Glen Allan and Alma.
Councillor Jim Curry said the details for the program could be worked out. Councillor Mike Downey said that is not how the minutes read. Councillor Andy Knetsch said council should put some trust in its committee.
Mayor Bruce Whale suggested council should receive “better wording for council support – if they get a budget.”
He said the recommendation is for council to proceed and provide the facility, and the fees are expected to cover the costs.
Knetsch said that should be reflected in the council minutes, and council then approved the recommendation.
