Title
Tourism Action Plan
Proposed Motion
That the Tourism Action Plan be approved, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the recommended broad objectives as presented.
Purpose
Administration is presenting the Tourism Action Plan for Council's consideration and approval.
Summary
Economic Diversification has been working on the Tourism Action Plan since January 2017. The initiative for the plan was brought forward for 2015. Due to a variety of changes, the project was delayed until 2017.
Should Council approve the plan as presented, administration will begin the implementation in 2018.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Strategic Pillar - Strategic Economic Diversification
Guiding Principle 2.2 - "We are a region that supports the local economy, including the agriculture, tourism, entrepreneurial, and industrial sectors."
Financial Impact:
Cost: $65,000
Source: Long Term Sustainability- Operating