Monday, April 4, 2011

Economic Development Commission Holds the line on it Budget

Kenora's Economic Development Commission says it will not be seeking an increase in its budget from the city this year, despite increased costs.

Members of the Commission presented their budget request to council on Friday.

Chair of the commission, Dennis Wallace says they want to hire two extra  staff members to take on specific tasks.

Wallace says the two new positions will be on a one year contract basis and will be funded through reserves the Commission has accrued over the past couple of years.