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Communities-in-Bloom Committee


Communities-in-Bloom Committee, By-law No. 193-03

Purpose: To encourage community volunteerism, pride and the active participation in the ongoing development of a healthy and beautiful Fort Erie. Specifically, the program encourages beautification of properties, promotes and educates, and organizes contests and an awards program.

Duties and Responsibilities: Implementation of various programs, initiatives, events, fundraising, promotional and education activities that encourage community participation in the program.

Composition: 12 Members of the Community, 1 Staff Liasion, and 1 Member of Council.

Meeting Schedule: 5:30 pm, 2nd Tuesday of the month, and more often at the call of the Chair.

Other Comments: This is a very active committee that meets often and benefits from the full participation of its members. Participation will include work on subcommittees, the implementation of programs, community interaction and outreach.


Click here to view the Fort Erie Communities-in-Bloom website.

Committee Members

Sandra Fishman

Sharon Gill

Tex Kiser

Beth O'Brien

Maureen Ricker

Winnie Swalm

Vacancies x 6

Councillor Butler

Staff Liaison:
Signe Hansen, Manager, Community Planning
905-871-1600 ext. 2506

shansen@forterie.ca