2022 – 2026 Term
On This Page:
- Mission Statement
- Terms of Reference
- Committee Agendas & Minutes
- Meeting Information
- Membership
- Business of the Year
- The Changing Face of Agriculture in Elizabethtown-Kitley
- Contact the Committee
Mission Statement
Under the direction of Council, to manage the development of Township businesses and industries within an environment that maximizes benefit to the Township and area residents. To learn more about the Committee’s activities, resources and upcoming events, visit the Business section of the website by Click here.
Terms of Reference
The Terms of Reference for the Committee can be found in the sidebar.
Committee Agendas & Minutes
For Economic Development Committee agendas, please Click here. For minutes, Click here.
Meeting Information
The Economic Development Committee meets at 4:00 p.m. the 2nd Tuesday of the month at the Main Administration Office in New Dublin.
Membership
Committee Members
- Dave Mallory
- Rebecca Mercer
- Bob Pearce
- Earl Pollock
Council Representatives
- Councillor Henry Oosterhof
- Councillor Robert Smith
Ex-Officio
- Mayor Brant Burrow
Staff Resources
- Alison Merkley, Clerk
- Laura Stanzel, Deputy Clerk
Business of the Year
The Economic Development Committee hosts an annual business luncheon where they present the Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley’s Business of the Year Award. The candidates for the award are nominated by members of the public in the months proceeding the business luncheon. The award recognizes the great contributions local businesses have made in the community.
2021: Taggart’s Welding Inc. was named the 26th Business of the Year winner. View the 2021 Winner & Nomination Write Up Here
2019: The 25th Business of the Year award was presented in 2019 to two area businesses. Maggio Flooring & Decorating Centre and Smiths Farm Equipment both received the award due to their longevity and involvement within the community. View the write up here.
The Changing Face of Agriculture in Elizabethtown-Kitley
Contact the Committee
For more information about the Economic Development Committee, or to list a matter on the agenda of an upcoming meeting, contact staff at:
Township of Elizabethtown-Kitley
6544 New Dublin Rd
RR 2 Addison ON K0E 1A0
Phone: 613-345-7480 or 1-800-492-3175 (within the 613 area code)
Fax: 613-345-7235
Email: mail@ektwp.ca