2ND REPORT OF THE

CREATIVE CITY COMMITTEE

Meeting held on August 23, 2007, commencing at 12:15 p.m.

PRESENT: Controller G. Hume (Chair), Mayor A. M. DeCicco-Best, Controller G. Barber, Councillors J. L. Baechler, H. L. Usher and D. Winninger and H. Lysynski (Secretary).

ALSO PRESENT: Councillors J. Bryant and B. MacDonald, R. Armistead, T. Johnson and J. Walters.

I YOUR COMMITTEE RECOMMENDS:

Creative City 1. That the following requests for funding under the Creative City Fund Funding . Applications BE APPROVED:

(a) London Heritage Council for start up funding in the amount of $23,000;

(b) Mainstreet London for the Mural Project in the amount of $5,000;

(c) A. Francis for London Live Arts (LOLA) in the amount of $6,000; and,

(d) London Reads in the amount of $2,000;

it being noted that the funding applications and a summary chart of the funding allocations for 2007 are attached; it being further noted that verbal presentations were heard from A. Cohen, T. Aitken, J. Manness, B. Meehan, London Heritage Council; S. Curtis-Norcross and K. Mclaughlin, Mainstreet London and the London Downtown Business Association; and A. Francis, London Ontario Live Arts, with respect to this matter.

Non-Voting 2. (4,22) That the following individuals BE APPOINTED to the Creative City Resource Members Committee as.Non-Voting Resource Members in the following categories: Arts -A. Halwa

Business District Revitalization - S. Merritt

Diversity - R. Muiioz-Castiblanco

Economic Development - C. Kehoe

Emerging Leaders - K. Wiggett Environment - B. Benedict

Heritage -A. Kennedy

Housing - J. Binder

Libraries - L. Sage

Tourism and Conventions - D. Grantham

Youth - D. Simmonds;

it being pointed out that there were no applicants in the “Sports” category; it being noted that all of the applications have been attached hereto for the consideration of the Municipal Council. ccc - 2

II YOUR COMMITTEE REPORTS:

Tecumseh 3. That the Creative City Committee (CCC) received a communication School Grounds (5) Farquharson dated May 15, 2007 from F. Haller with respect to the naturalization of the Arena Tecumseh School grounds and the Farquharson Arena grounds. The CCC supported the allocation of $1,500.00 towards this project through the Environmental and Engineering Services Department‘s Graffiti Fund.

Cultural Capitals 4. That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation Application for (6) 2010 from Controller G. Hume with respect to the possibility of the City of London submitting a Cultural Capitals Application for 2010. The CCC was advised that the deadline for applications for 2010 is December, 2007 and will, therefore, be difficult: to meet. The CCC asked T. Johnson, Director Management Support, Audit and Risk to research the matter further and to report back with recommendations on the feasibility of the City of London preparing a submission at a future meeting of the ccc.

Wireless 5. Thatthe Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation Downtown. Old (7) East, Richmond from Controller G. Hume with respect to a wireless Downtown, Old East, Richmond Street & London Street and London Hydro. The CCC was advised that London Hydro does not Hydro anticipate this being implemented prior to September, 2008.

Vaughan 6. That the Creative City Committee heard a verbal presentation from Creative City (8) Presentalion Controller G. Hume with respect to his presentation to the Council of the City of Vaughn relating to the City of London’s experience with the Creative City Task Force; it being noted that the City of Vaughan is considering implementing a similar process.

Thames River 7. (9) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation from Mayor A. M. DeCicco-Best and Controller G. Hume with respect to development along the . The CCC was advised by the Mayor that she has been contacted bya community group who is interested in utilizing the Thames River. The CCC asked the Mayor to contact the organization and ask them to attend the October, 2007 meeting of the CCC.

Centennial Hall 8. (IO) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation Report from Controller G. Hume with respect to a status report relating to Centennial Hall being presented to the Board of Control at its meeting to be held on September 26, 2007; it being noted that the CCC will discuss this issue further at its October, 2007 meeting.

Provincial 9. (1 1) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation Election from Controller G. Hume with respect to the upcoming provincialelection. The CCC noted that the Provincial Government is providing more commitment in the area of culture.

“Welcome to IO. (12) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation London” from R. Armistead, Manager of Culture and Municipal Policy, with respect to the “Welcome to London” project. The CCC was advised that materials will be presented on October 10,2007 at the Universityof Western Ontario’s Careerweek and organizations have been invited to participate on October 2,2007, in ’s Career Week.

“Creative City 1 1. (13) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation Neighboumoods” from R. Armistead, Manager of Culture and Municipal Policy and J. Walter, Manager of Community Development, with respect to “Creative City Neighbourhoods”. The CCC was advised that the five resource centres each receive $3,000 in funding which is then allocated to community groups in grants in the amount of $500. The CCC was also advised that the resource centres are looking for grass roots organizations for the funding this year. The CCC asked J. Walter to provide an update on the remaining funding at its October, 2007 meeting. ccc - 3

P"biicM Policy 12. (14) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation from R. Armistead, Manager of Culture and Municipal Policy, with respect to the City of London's public arts policy. The CCC was advised that the City Administrator's Office and the City Solicitor's Office are currently preparing the public arts policy, and that the draft policy and source of funding will be provided at the next CCC meeting.

Street F~niture 13. (15) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) held a general discussion with respect to street furniture (ie. garbage cans, benches, etc). The CCC asked R. Armistead, Manager of Culture and Municipal Policy, to determine which department would handle this issue.

PoetLaureate 14. (16) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) held a general discussion City with respect to the possibility of London becoming a Poet Laureate City. The CCC asked R. Armistead, Manager of Culture and Municipal Policy, to determine how other municipalities fund their Poet Laureates and how the individual is chosen.

PubllcAiatCiw 15. (17,19,20) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) held a general Hall, Performancesat discussion with respect to the displaying of public art at City Hall and having Council Meetings performances at the commencement of Council meetings. The CCC asked the Mayor to invite performers to Council meetings for special occasions. The CCC also asked the Mayor's Office to contact local schools to determine the availability of displaying students' art. The CCC further asked its Chair to discuss with B. Meehan the displaying of public art at City Hall.

CCC Future 16. (18) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) postponed its discussion Directions relating to the future directions that the CCC intends to pursue to a future meeting of the CCC.

Advertising in 17. (22) That the Creative City Committee (CCC) heard a verbal presentation Ethnlc Community from Controller G. Barber with respect to advertising in ethnic newspapers. The Newspapers CCC was advised that it would be beneficial to communicate with all community groups.

Murals 18. That the Creative City Committee (CCC) discussed not approving murals and/or funding for murals until the Public Arts Policy has been implemented by the Municipal Council and further discussed the issue of art on private property. The CCC asked R. Armistead, Manager of Culture and Municipal Policy, to invite the appropriate person to attend afuture meeting of the CCC to provide itwith more information on how to handle murals and artwork on private property.

19. That the Creative City Committee (CCC) noted and filed the following:

IstReportofthe (a) (1) the 1st Report of the Creative City Committee from its meeting held ccc on April 17, 2007;

Non-Voting (b) (2) a Municipal Council resolution adopted at its meeting heid on April Resource Members 30, 2007 with respect to the addition of youth, housing and sport to the CCC Non- Voting Resource membership categories; and

Creative City (c) (3) a Municipal Council resolution adopted at its meeting held on April Fund 30, 2007 with respect to 2006 and 2007 Creative City Fund projects.

Next Meeting 20. That the Creative City Committee will hold its next meeting in October, 2007.

The meeting adjourned at 224 p.m. London

Applicant Name: .London Heritage Council Contact Person if Applicant is Organization: Position Held by Contact Person: Alan Cohen Chair

Maiilng Address (include Postal Code): 445 Colborne Street, London, ON N6B 2T2

Telephone: Fax: ( 519 ) 645-321 1 ( 1 Email: Website: [email protected] Type of Funds Requesting: . xu Project Funds Amount Requested from the City: $ 25,000 Total Project Budget: $25,000

Have you applied for funding in the past? YES NO x UNSURE If yes, please briefly state the year, the project name@) and the amount(s) received.

Summary: Following an extensive consultation process, it was decided that it was in the best interest of the Heritage and Museum sector, the community and the City of London, that Landmarks London, a network of London’s museums and heritage organizations, transform into a new not-for-profit umbrella resource organization to be called London Heritage Council.

The new London Heritage Council will enhance the quality of life and civic commitment of all Londoners through the preservation, promotion and celebration of local heritage resources and activities, and will encourage a sense of place and civic memory in London’s diverse community. The London Heritage Council will be the primary resource for programs and servlces that provide information, education, consultation and networking opportunities for the entire Heritage community, Londoners, and visitors.

We have identified two pre-requisite projects necessary to effectively establish the London Heritage Council: 1. The initiation of a heritage information hub Including an information/communlcation audit, a needs assessment, and the development of information tools and systems to effectively collect and disseminate information for and about the London’s Heritage community 2. The review and revision, in partnership with the Culture Office, of grant guidelines used to administer allocations from the City of London to heritage organizations and museums.

2 To assist in establishing the London Heritage Council as an effective, efficient and credible resource for programs and services that provide information, education, consultation and networking opportunities for the entire Heritage community, Londoners and visitors.

To support the Creative City initiative by working with the City of London to reinforce and protect the unique Heritage of London and by supporting the Culture Office in its role to be a catalyst to educate, assist, promote, inspire, coordinate, champion and help provide tools and opportunities to create a better community

To initiate development of a London Heritage Information Hub as a resource for Londoners, visitors and the Heritage community.

To work with the City of London's Culture Office to improve the grant guidelines and allocation process to effectively administer and monitor allocations from the City of London to heritage organizations, museums and individuals.

This project will provide seed support for the initiation of the London Heritage Council, which in turn will meet the need for an effective, credible Heritage resource in London.

The Heritage community will benefit from a resource for information sharing, networking, consultation, and education and from clear guidelines and fair access to grants from the City of London for heritage organizations and museums Londoners will benefit by having a streamlined source of information about Heritage matters. Visitors will benefit from access to a single source of information about Heritage activities and events in London.

The City of London will benefit from an established, effective link to the Heritage community; a credible partner to coordinate and monitor funding allocations to Heritage organizations; and a partner to assist with the implementation of Creative City Initiatives.

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September 2007 Initiate audit and needs assessment of current heritage information system; initiate review of grant guidelines and process October 2007 Continue review of information system and grant guidelines/pmcess November 2007 Make recommendations for new Heritage Information Hub and new grant guidelines and process December 2007 Review recommendations with key stakeholders and develop action plan

3 Seamless transition from Landmarks London to London Heritage Council seeded by these two important projects,

Eompletion of Initial research and development of framework for a Heritage Information Hub.

Completion of initial research, analysis and recommendations for grant guideline revisions which will lead to a fair, sfficient allocation process and an effective monitoring and evaluation process.

Expense Items Amount

General Operating Rental premise Salaries Other - specify Initiation of Information Hub development $ 15,000 Review and rewriting of grant guidelines and process 10,000

Government. Revenue Other. grants Donations/Sponsorships. Other. revenue sources (e.g. in-kind contributions) TOTAL ALL REVENUE $ List other sources of funding you have applied to for this project: (provincial, federal, foundations, sponsors, donors)

Landmarks London has allocated funding which provides the necessary administrative support to undertake these two projects that are key to seeding the new organization.

Print Name: Alan &hen Organization (if applicable) London Heritage Council- Date Received by City: Reviewed By:

Please return this form to: City of London, 300 Dufferin Ave, P.O. box 5035, London, ON N6A 4L9

5 Contact Person if Applicant Is Organization: Position Held by Contact Person: Sylvia Curtis-Norcross Project Coordinator

...... (519 ) 673.1524 ( ) NIA [email protected] I w.iarazagroup.com T pe of Funds Requesting: $5 Project Funds Amount Requested from the City: $ 10,000 Total Project Budget: $43,479.00

Have you applied for funding in the past? YES NO x UNSURE If yes, please briefly state the year, the project name(s) and the amount@) received.

ArgentineanlCanadian Mural Project Sept 15 thru Sept 29,2007 ...... in the heart of London Canada

The Mural Committee of the LDBA Core Task Force was asked to identify potential mural projects for LDBA as part of a multi-year mural initiative, with the goal to create a broad-based mural program and guide to document downtown murals as a cultural attraction. For the first time in North America Master Argentine Muralists will be joining Vancouver based La Raza Group artists in London Canada to create a 9,000. sq ft mural in the heart of London. From Septemberl5th to Sept 29th, 2007 the artists will be painting the North wall of the Galleria on King St. Between Clarence St. and Wellington Rd. Participation by local artists, school groups, Young Bohemians (teen art program) members of the Spanish speaking community, recruited volunteers has been arranged and casual passersby will be welcome to participate in the execution of the design. Considering the event as a cultural exchange, various supportive programming is in place with the purpose of expanding our audience, and promoting our Canadian culture here and Internationally. A gift exchange from the Mayor, Jose Mussi, and the Minister of Culture, Ariel Lopez, from the city of Berazategui (pop 300,000) Argentina is in process. (Argentine participation is confirmed) 1 A musical tribute to the artists by local musicians will be held at the London Music Club on Wed Sept 26" An evening of poetry (in English and Spanish) honouring the creative transformations made by the Artists will be held at the Alex P. Keaton. (details to be confirmed) A closing ceremony on the site will provide formal closure to two weeks of cultural exchange between Canadian and Argentine artists that has already captured the interest of the international community as evidenced by our inclusion in the Canadian Embassy's world wide cultural agenda. Speeches, presentation of certificates to the Artists and photo opportunity. A volunteerlartisffsponsor appreciation night Sept 21st Novacks travel talk at the worksite (to be confirmed)

Jrojeb Scope The project is designed with the Mural as the centerpiece of a cultural exchange and communlty outreach. Our projects are all located right in the core and our promotional campaign is targeted across the city with specific attention to reaching new immigrants and ESL residents. The publicity covers London, Vancouver and Argentina specifically but has already gone world wide through the Canadian Embassy in Argentina.

Funding Needed The project budget is $43,479. This includes all travel, accommodation, artists' honorarium, coordinator fees and material costs. It does not include scaffolding, security if required and labour costs to prepare the wall. All costs have been reviewed for reasonableness and can be further reduced through corporate sponsors and in-kind donations.

Dther Sponsors This project is sponsored by LDBA and The Galleria. We are seeklng additional sponsors as well, both cash and In-kind. In kind sponsorships to date from: Saby Siren Productions - high resolution digital video documentation and preparation of vlsuai presentation for Symposium Donnie Ivey - full productlon of a musical event including bookings Nick Herron - Graphic Design Michael Czupryna Studlos - Facebook management Centurion Securlty - hospitaliw suite equipment loan

Other in-kind sponsorships are in progress. Local hotels are offering discounts

What will it look The artists have submitted a couple of potential images for the mural. like? The process is dynamic and will be adapted to suit our needs.

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I. Through International participation and Master production standards we will promote the profile of London as a destination for world class art Regionally, Nationally, and on the International Stage. 2. Through the participation of school students at the Symposium and as participants on the work site we will promote art in schools and foster an appreciation of public art. Local artists will act as mentors to students on site. 3. Through various engagements of the Spanish speaking community we will celebrate our exploding cultural diversity and create new relationships between the Latin and arts communities. 4. This is an International event, but it is also a community event - the core community. The extended on-the-street activity and evolving nature of the project will generate interest/conversation/participation that will foster a sense of community and of ownership among the downtown work force and the residential community. 5. To inspire Londoners to think differently about their city: think culture, think big I

This project has three components: the two-week process of creating the 9000 sq ft mural, supportive programming and the mural itself. Each element meets the needs of: Creating new relationships between communities Fostering a sense of ownership of public art and civic pride for Londoners Educating the general public and students about art, creativity, * Teaching local artists new shills and techniques Making that section of King St. feel safe and vibrant + Linking the downtown hotels to the core area + Creating a cultural attraction that is a destination point

Benefits will be realized by students, artists, immigrants, participants, surrounding businesses, Londoners and tourists.

~ 1 3 The planning process is well undenvay with these being the primary actions:

Promotion: Printed posters and % sheets are being designed, 2 W appearances are booked, and interviews with Spanish and English are pending. London Free Press article is in progress

Events: Venues and talent are booked. Site Management preparation is being arranged and materials are in stock with our supplier. Human Resources: plane tickets have been distributed to artists An on-site manager has been designated and is preparing a work plan Volunteers have been recruited for pre and during project work LDBNMainStreet are seeking sponsorships for meals and transport to/from Pearson International Airport, and other in-kind contributions Documentation: Professional still and video documentation has been secured

Time lines have been set for all these actions and human resources have been secured for all except site preparation.

International press A lasting monumental scale mural surpassing any in the region in terms of both scale and quality Schools engaged in discussions about public artkandalisrn as part of their curriculum will be supported by the activities in this project and students’ exposure to this process will vastly open the creative possibilities for their own creativity A high level of local engagement and interest Video and still documentation that may be used to promote London as a cultural destination Creative collaborations between English speaking and ELS arts communities Greater accessibility to the core from hotels east of the Galleria once the space is transformed Increased civic pride and excitement about London from Londoners

4 1 Expense Items: I Amount ~ I Per diem $50. /person for 14 days 6,300. Accommodation for 9 for 14 nlghts 4,200.

Salaries: project coordinator 5,000. Honorariums $1,000. per person X 9 9,000.

brushes, rollers, paint, anti graffiti sealer 5,479. ~ ......

. Government Revenue I

Other grants . $0 Donations/Sponsorships (confirmed to date) . Galleria London $ 5,000 London Downtown Business Association $30,000 Other revenue sources (e.9. in-kind contributions) . Saby Siren Productions (presentation ready documentation) $2,000.00 Donnie Ivey Music Production (event planning) $300.00 Nick Herron (graphic design) $150.00 TOTAL ALL REVENUE i $37,450

List other sources of funding you have applied to for this project (provincial, federal, foundations, sponsors, donors) Additional sponsors have been identified and we and the project coordinator are in the process of contacting them to maximize their contributions, both cash and in-kind. The final LDBA contribution will depend on the degree to which other sponsors fund and minimize the project expenses, but will not exceed our 2007 mural budget.

Print Name: Sylvia Curtis-Norcross Janette &c&d, Executive Secretary, LDBA/ Manager, Mainstreet London

Date Received by City: Reviewed

Please return this form to: City of London, 300 Dufferin Ave, P.O. box 5035, London, ON N6A 4L9

5 La Raza Group Presents Argentineanlcanadian Mural Project 2007 September 15.29 ... in the heart of downtown London, Canada

Public Art in Downtown London

Imagine a creative project that invites people from many different cultural, work and special interest communities from all over London to participate in creating a lasting monumental scale mural with six internationally known mural artists from Argentina (professors of muralism from the University in Buenos Aires) and three artists from Canada who are part of LaRaza Group. This will be the first time that a group of muralists from Argentina have worked on a mural project in North America. Their rich tradition of mural painting ensures we will get international media attention and create a significant cultural attraction here in London.

The experience: 14 days in downtown London Timing coincides with back-to-school/ Welcome to London activities for students One significant, lasting cultural asset that forms the foundation of a mural program High-quality DVD documentation Detailed photographic record Symposium for local students Local artists involved in learning about muralism and helping to create the mural Hospitality and cultural events celebrating the visit of these renowned artists

"Public Art is intended to contribute positively to London's urban spaces. It reinforces vista, it provides landmark, it defines meetingplaces, provides humour, speaks of history and reminds us of greatness. Worh of art in public places are accepted by our citizens and visitors with a keen sense ofpleasure, wonder or curiosity and with a feeling of satisfaction that these works are "ours", that they help to define %" and that they belong in thi,s community." - City of London, Public Art Policy (draft)

Partnerships, Synergies and Cross-promotion Opportunities London Arts Council and local creative community Tourism London UWO, Fanshawe and Secondary Schools Galleria London - transformation Local business community Latino community Other concurrent cultural events downtown -LOLA, Doors Open

London Downtown Business Association (LDBA) As a policy board, London Downtown Business Association (LDBA) represents and advocates for downtown London. The LDBA works to ensure a clean, safe, attractive and vibrant environment in the downtown core area. It promotes and supports projects in the arts, entertainment, residential development, transportation and business development within the core area.

La Raza Group La Raza was born out of a desire to transform the public attitude to art. Art was not something kept in galleries or museums. It was in the streets, out in the open where people lived and breathed. Downtown London is proud to partner with this talented group of Canadian artists to bring a world-class to our City. '=I3 4 London CANADA

Contact Person if Applicant is Organization: Position Heid by Contact Person: Andrew P Francis Director - Mailing Address (include Postal Code):

Telephone: Fax: 1519) 933 1911 L 1 Email:[email protected] Website:www.lolafest.com

Type of Funds Requesting: 0 Project Funds Yes Amount Requested from the City: $ 10 000.00 Total Project Budget: $ 100 000 cash $ 348 000 Including In kind Have you applied for funding in the past? YES NO UNSURE

If yes, please briefly state the year, the project name(s) and the amount(s) received.

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The City of London will benefit by reaching out to an estimated 10 Million people through the LOLA North-America Wide P.R Campaign geared towards national coverage in addition to exposure in border states. LOLA is an international calibre event anchored by Brian Eno's Canadian Premiere of his 77 Miillion Paintings Exhibit. In addition to Mr.Eno, LOLA will feature top Canadian Artists as well as local artists projecting generative-ever changing-images on to city buildings in a very accessible very arresting spectacle concentrated mostly in the city's core. Concerts will he mainly hosted in Victoria Park and will feature top North American indie bands who mostly share loyal followings and extensive critical acclaim along with other newly minted emerging artists from London and beyond representing several genres. LOLA will be one of Canada's most unique and compelling shows and will only grow in the coming years as we seek to position it as one of North America's premier festival experiences and London's signature event. LOLA is a not for profit that heeds the call from Creative Citles Task Force in a progressive, professional, and thoroughly entrepreneurial manner. The time for such an initiative is now as Londoners get set to redefine their city for the decades to come. LOLA is a strong ambassador to the Canadian Community as a resounding message that we are serious about positioning London as a forum for creative expression that welcomes artists at the forefront of their practiced genres to share their imaginings with us. LOLA will continue, with your help to work with REPUTABLE organizations from around the world and will help London as it strives to stake a real claim as one of a constellation of truly creative cities around the world. Please see our prospectus for more information.

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:xpense Items Amount Advertising :st$ 157000.00 We are trying to spend 3pproximateiy 112 000- $45 000 3n advertising jepending on our iundraising 3utcorne. We have ?a date raised most 3f our advertising budget through very attractive media sponsorships, locally, regionally and nationally

General Operating $348 000

We need $l00000.00- $131 000.00 in hard cash-including our OCAF grant to realize our vision for this year.

Rental premise waived Salaries Unknown as we may not be able to pay anyone this year. We are all working on a volunteer basis and 4 just want the show to go on. Salaries could have been as high as 100 000 but we are very unlikely to meet this target this year. We are aimino for

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. $Free show Government Revenue 40 000-120 000 OCAF matching grant depending on final fundraising outcome $est 40 000.00 Other grants . $ Donations/Sponsorships Guaranteed $34 500 Other revenue sources (e.g. In-kind contributions) Est $275 000.00 +. National Advertising sponsorships from CBC, Exclaim, media $ sponsorship from A channel, The Gazette, Chrw, X Fm, Rush Pr LosAngeles/Montreal, Baebie Music.com LLC NYC, Artist fee concessions, Professional unpaid Volunteer hours, Curator from , Sponsorship Procurement consulting Services from Torq CommunicationsToronto, and more - TOTAL ALL REVENUE $74 500

List other sources of funding you have applied to for this project: (provincial, federal, foundations, sponsors, donors) London Life Mainstreet London Fanshawe College The lohn Labatt Centre======pending The Decade Group The Labatt Breweiy=====n/a Tourism London======in kind Royal Bank of Canada=====pending The CBC======in kind Exclaim! Magazine=====in kind A Channel======ln kind Lerners======pendi ng KIA Canada =====Pending Ford Canada Sirius Radio XM Radio West Jet And more

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From: Haiwa, Andrea Sent: Tuesday, June 05,2007 1250 PM To: Lysynski, Heather I Subject: FW: CCC Recruitment of Non Voting Members

Attachments: Creatiive City Committee Terms of Reference January 19 2007 (2).doc

Hi Heather, Could you please add my name to the list. My contact information is as follows:

Andrea Haiwa, Executive Director London Arts Council 251 Dundas Street London, Ontario N6A 6HS

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RE Emerging Leaders Nomination to Creative City Committee

On behalf of the Emerging Leaders initiative. it is our pleasure to nominate Katherine Wiggett as a representative of Emerging Leaders for the City of London's Creative City Committee.

Katherine is a London native. well-known entrepreneur and respected local artist. She is the President of CityMedia, a national digital media and portal development company, the founder of La-La Land Studios. a local art gallery and artist cooperative, a founding member of Emerging Leaders and a member of WOW -Women on the Wild, a non- profit humanitarian effort for children in Kenya. Please find Katherine's full profile attached.

Emerging Leaders is very much a creative city project. It was created by the 22-44 year old demographic for this demographic, in an effort to help attract, retain and more meaningfully engage this important entrepreneurial and creative population. We believe it is vital to London's future social and economic success that we build a bridge between our community's emerging leaders and our established leaders, and feel strongly that an official linkage with the City's creative city efforts will help achieve our goal. We are confident that someone like Katherine can help greatly to facilitate this.

With immense thanks for your time and consideration.

Best.

Jeff Sage Lindsay Sage Co-Chair, Emerging Leaders Co-Chair. Emerging Leaders KATHERINE WIGGETT 1500 Richmond St., Wyndham Gate Unit #4 London, Ontario, N6G 4T6

PROFILE A highly motivated and dynamic senior media executive with over 15 years of successful Internet, newspaper, sales, marketing and product development experience. Proven communication and strategic thinking skills, intuitive understanding of new media, resourceful and able to manage multiple teams and priorities in dynamic and fluid environment.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE City Media Network Inc. PresidenVOwner - Now Network and City Media 2004 - present City Media (www.citvmedia.ca) is a community newswire and online provider for community media across Canada. Now Network (www.nownetwork.ca) is a series of community portals across Canada.

Created, financed, successfully launched, managed and implemented all aspects of product development, buriners management, content and editorial management and design of both web properties.

Highlights: Developed new multi media products to enhance web site - pod casting. video, audio, slide shows and blogs. Established new system that enables community newspapers to post and share content across channels. Created series of community portals that can be managed by editorial staff (not programmers) and launched in 34 markets across Canada. Created new columns, managed freelance network and sold syndicated content through City Media Newswire. Developed, managed and trained content editors on publishing system, photo and content management tools. Created affiliate programs for community papers to generate incremental revenue. Developed strategic alliances with community newspapers, associations and other media to enhance visibility in the marketplace. Project management and development of several teams of programmers. designers and developers to create several large scale web sites for contracted clients. Represented City Media at OCNA Conferences and developed solid alliances with most community newspapers across Canada. RESUME OF KATHERINE WlGGm (cont'd)

London Free Press Executive Editor - London this Week 2002-2004 Developed ail aspects of FYI London Newspaper and launched weekly publication in the London market. Responsible for establishing editorial direction, community visibility, weekly schedule, story assignments, layout and editorial mix for weekly publication. Directed all aspects of production of weekly newspaper including pagination, scheduling, assignments, promotions, editing stories and headlines. Managed all freeiancers and editorial, production and design staff.

Canoe Director of Web Operatiom - FYI London 2000-2002 Launched community based web portal in London, Ontario Hired and managed web and editorial staff Successfully developed several editorial promotions that generated significant traffic and revenue gains (over 1,000,000 page views weekly) Conceived and developed a tracking system to determine what key content areas were most successful. Developed a sustainable revenue model for online business.

Netmar/ Bower Publishers 1993 -2000 Highlights: Fast-track promotion through a series of increasingly responsible positions during a period of accelerated growth and change. Developed new products, exceeded sales targets and managed 17 staff members during a period of transition including 2 corporate sales, a merger and downsizing.

Bowes Publishers / London Pennysaver Sales and Marketing Manager 1998-2000 Managed ail aspects of advertising and distribution sales Managed readership survey Developed Pennysaver web site

Netmar/ Blackburn Magazine Group General Manager/Group Publisher 1996-1998 Managed all aspects of production, editorial and sales for London Magazine, Today's Seniors, London Business Magazine, Better Living Magazine and a series of specialty niche publications.

OTHER EXPERIENCE Netmar/ Blackburn Magazine Group Group Sales Manager 1996 General Manager/ Editor - Today's Seniors/ Forever Young1 995 Publisber/Editor - Better Living Magazine 1993 - 1994 Co-Publisher/Owner- Today'r Home Magazine 1990 - 1992 RESUME OF KATHERINE WIGC€lT (cont’d)

AWARDS, ACHIEVEMENTS AND COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT: Member of Advisory Committee for The National Project Member of Small Business Centre Board of Directors Communications Chair on Steering Committee for Southwestern Economic Initiative Community Chair on Steering Committee for Emerging Leaders Member of WOW (women on the wild) a non profit humanitarian effort for agency in Kenya Founding member of LaLaLand Studios-art gallery and artist co-operative. Member of Tech Alliance Presenter National Conference for Canadian Newspaper Association Member OCNA (Ontario Community Newspaper Association). Past Vice President of Ontario Business Newspaper Association. Past member of Editorial Board for Southwestern Ontario Association of Registered Financial Planners. Former member of Editorial Board for London Home Builders Association Newspaper. Sales and Marketing Award presented by the London Home Builders Association. Ad and Sales Award presented by London Ad and Sales club. Presenter National Sales program for Pennysaver Employees. Presenter Internet Sales Seminar at Bower National Sales Seminar.

EDUCATION: The University of Western Ontario Bachelor of Administrative and Commercial Studies 1985

COMPUTER AND LANGUAGE SKILLS: Fluently bilingual Proficient in most computer and photo management software - Knowledge of html and FTP protocol Solid understanding of most development languages (Perl, Cold fusion and .net) and of most database management languages (Sql, Mysql and Access)

ACTIVITIES AND INTERESTS: Abstract artist, family, skiing, tennis, health and fitness, playing the piano. travel - extensive in Europe and North Africa. Lysynski, Heather From: Arlene Kennedy Sent: Wednesday, May 09,2007 127 PM To: Lysynski, Heather; Baechier. Joni Subject: Creative City Committee of Council membership submission forconsideration

Attachments: ariene's bio99.doc

ariene's bio99.doc (29 KB) Dear Chair and Members of the Creative City Committee,

I wish to submit my name for consideration regarding membership in the Creative City Committee of Council.

Please find enclosed my brief resume for your reference

My primary areas of interest and expertise are in both for-profit and non-profit arts, with a strong personal interest in heritage and the environment.

Thank you for your consideration.

Arlene Kennedy 851 William Street London, Ontario

ARLENE KENNEDY

Biographical Statement

Arlene Kennedy has been Director of the McIntosh Gallery since 1989. She is a past President, ( 1986-87 ), of the Ontario Association of Art Galleries; the founding Secretary of the London Arts Council; served two consecutive terms, from 1993 to 1995, as the President of the Professional and Managerial Association at The University of Western Ontario and was recognized by her PMA colleagues for exceptional service through the Nancy Kendall Award in 2001. Arlene Kennedy graduated in the first Honours Fine Art class at Western in 1971, later obtained her secondary teaching certificate at Memorial University of Newfoundland and an M.A. from Nova Scotia College of Art & Design and Dalhousie University and attended the Museum Management Institute program of the J. Paul Getty Trust in 1993.

From 1979 to 1982 Arlene Kennedy was the Curator of the McIntosh Gallery and became Director of Oakville Galleries for the next seven years before becoming the second Director of the McIntosh Gallery at Western.

1 Arlene produced and co-hosted a 1980-82 CHRW radio % hour art show “Beyond the Red Doors”: served on the Culture Committee for the 2001 Canada Summer Games and spearheaded the Culture Guide; originated and realized the Open Air London public art festivals in 2001,2004 and 2006;established the Greg Curnoe Public Art Endowment with the London Community Foundation in 2001; served on the City’s Public Art Policy Committee; initiated six public art commissions on the University grounds; served on Landmarks London from 2003 to 2006; was Co-Chair for Western’s 125 anniversary celebrations in 2003 and served on the City’s 150Yh celebrations committee: brought the Canadian Antiques Road Show to Western and London for May 29,2007.

Since January 2006 she has been a partner in Circle Arts Inc., Circle Arts seasonal gallery in Tobermory representing many London artists and artisans since 1969.

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Arlene Kennedy, Director McIntosh Gallery The Ilniversitv of Western Ontario

2 May 18,2007

Chair and Members, Creative City Committee, c/o Heather Lysynski-

Dear Members of the Selection Committee:

The London Housing Advisory Committee (LHAC) would like to thank the Creative Cities Committee for the invitation to canvass our members for interest in the positions of non-voting resource members for your committee. We discussed this at our meeting of May 16,2007 and would like to recommend that Judith Binder and Martha Connoy be added to your committee in this capacity.

Judith Binder has been serving as a non-voting resource member of the LHAC in her capacity of District Manager of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC). She has been actively involved in our community and has done an outstanding job keeping our committee informed about creative housing policy initiatives and best practices. Her work on projects with the London & St. Thomas Real Estate Board, the London Affordable Housing Foundation, the London Homeless Coalition, and the London Homebuilders’ Association demonstrate a creative approach to the particular housing issues faced here in the London area.

Martha Connoy has recently joined LHAC as a voting member representing the emergency housing sector. As the Branch Director for the Community Mental Health Programs of Mission Services of London she is well aware of the challenges facing London’s underserved populations and the efforts that are being made by the City and other agencies to address these issues. She has a long history of involvement with community based programs working with vulnerable and at risk individuals, and she also has served on a number of local, regional and provincial Boards and committees.

LHAC feels that issues surrounding affordable housing and community social services will be a crucial component of a successful Creative Cities strategy, and we are confident that Ms. Binder and Ms. Connoy will make invaluable contributions to the work of your committee.

Sincerely,

IS/

Samuel E. Trosow, Chairperson London Housing Advisory Committee 43 Mavfair Drive 8

May 17,2007

Chair and Members Creative City Committee P.O. Box 5035 London, ON N6A 4L9

Respected Chair and Members,

I am submitting my name for consideration as a non-voting resource member of London's Creative City Committee.

As the District Manager of the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) I have had the opportunity to participate in several London initiatives that exemplify innovative approaches to community development, neighbourhood revitalization, sustainable development and social inclusion.

In the 2005-2007 timeframe CMHC has partnered financially with the City of London and the Old East Village Business Improvement Area in an attempt to restore economic prosperity, improve structures and provide live / work accommodations in this community. This partnership has led to a unique financial leverage opportunity through the City of London and CMHC's Residential Rehabilitation Program.

CMHC is also a partner of the "Home-at-Last" community pilot program with the London Homebuilders' Association, the London Affordable Housing Foundation, and the London & St. Thomas Real Estate Board. This successful pilot included a teach / build opportunity for community youth to increase the pool of skilled tradesperson; rehabilitation and renovation of existing housing stock in London, freeing up a social housing unit for individuals on the waiting list and providing a homeownership opportunity to a London family. The City of London was a financial sponsor of this unique initiative. In March of 2007 CMHC, in partnership with the City of London, the London Homeless Coalition and AtAlohsa Native Family Healing Services hosted London's first Aboriginal Housing Forum to explore the challenges and solutions and show-case best practices relating to Aboriginal housing and homelessness. Most recently, CMHC co-sponsored the 2007 Town and Gown Symposium held at the University of Western Ontario to explore opportunities and balanced solutions in University communities. As an active participant in many London community initiatives and on several committees I will share a tool box of best practices, resources and experiences to support the goals of the Creative City Committee.

Regards

Judith Binder Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation District Manager, Southwestern Ontario May 17,2007

I trust this is what you want. Feel free to edit!

Re : Martha Connoy Director of the Community Mental Health Programs, Mission Services of London

Early Mental Health experience was working in the Provincial Psychiatric Hospitals having worked in both St. Thomas and London Psychiatric Hospitals in the mid 1970’s in Nursing. Moving to northern Ontario she then gained valuable experience working in Community based programs working with vulnerable and at risk individuals. The Nippissing Observation and Detention Home with Young Offenders, The North Bay Crisis Centre and the North Bay, Canadian Mental Health Association to name a few. Relocation to Southwestem Ontario in 1998 she worked as a vocational caseworker and then a 10 year experience with C.M.H.A. Elgin developing a case management and supported housing program and is now currently a Director at Mission Services of London, Community Mental Health Programs. The Community Mental Health Programs provide Emergency Shelter, Case Management, Skills Coaching and Assertive Outreach for Seriously Mentally I11 Homeless Adults. Her work experience has provided a variety of opportunities to work within Clubhouse programs, supported rent-geared to income housing, group homes, the implementation of community case management programs working with individuals who experience Seriously Mentally illness, substance abuse and homeless. She is also a Board Member of the Ontario Federation of Community Mental Health and Addiction Programs as well as a participating member of the London Mental Health Alliance, the Southwest Addiction and Mental Health Coalition, the Community University Research Alliance, the City of London Housing Advisory Committee and Board Member of Violence Against Women Services Elgin County. Through work in the community of London she is a member of numerous committees which advocate for responsible, equitable and accessible mental health services, decent affordable housing, concurrent disorder treatment and support services and necessary systems change for seriously mentally ill adults and marginalized populations.

Martha J. Connoy Branch Director Community Mental Health Programs Mission Services of London .- London Public L 1BR ARY OM" lor dI$C"very

Chair and Members Creative City Committee C/O Heather Lysynski, City Clerk's Office City of London 300 Dufferin Avenue London, ON N6A 4L9

RE: Nomination to Creative City Committee by

It is with pleasure that I nominate Lindsay Sage, London Public Library's Director of Marketing and Development, for a position on the City of London's Creative City Committee. Since Lindsay joined the Libraty in January, we have benefited greatly from her energy, creative spirit and dedication to excellence.

Lindsay has a great passion for community development and the overall creative cities concept. She was a member of the original Creative Cities Task Force and since then, has been a driving force behind the development of Emerging Leaders, an initiative to retain and engage London's 22-44 year old population - a key creative city goal. Please find Lindsay's biography attached.

The Library sees itself very much as a community hub, key to our city's economic, social, and creative development. We are passionate about enriching and empowering the lives of Londoners and about continuing to strengthen the value of this dynamic community with se'rvices and programs that meet the needs of all Londoners, from children and families to newcomers and isolated populations. We are proud to share in the vision of London as an emerging Creative City - strong, diverse and innovative.

With warm regards,

Anne Becker CEO London Public Library Lindsay Sage Director, Marketing and Development London Public Library

Lindsayjoined the London Public Library in January 2007 from her role as Director of Programs and Services for TechAlliance of Southwestern Ontario, a membership organization focusing on economic growth in London's technology sector. In her current role, Lindsay is responsible for the London Public Library's marketing and development efforts, as well as internal and external communications, public relations and brand management.

Lindsay joined TechAlliance in 2005 from The University of Western Ontario's Shared Hierarchical Academic Research Computing Network (SHARCNET), Canada's largest high performance computing network, where was responsible for marketing, business development and communications for and between the network's public, private and government partners.

Lindsay has also held positions at local marketing and design consultancy, OneMind Inc, at eLondon Magazine as Managing Editor, and as part-time faculty in Fanshawe College's Department of Continuing Education, where she taught both communications and technology courses.

She is involved in the London community as Co-Chair of the Emerging Leaders initiative, as a member of the London Business Hall of Fame Awards Committee and the Pillar Innovation Awards Steering Committee, and as a Director on the Fanshawe College Alumni Association and Arts Project Boards.

Lindsay holds an Honours BA in English and Comparative Literature from The University of Western Ontario, a post-graduate certificate in Corporate Communication and Public Relations from Fanshawe College, and is currently pursuing a Masters degree at Athabasca University. Sara Merritt - Downtown Revitalization

Ben Bendict - Diversity

Dan Grentham - August 23,2007

Heather Lysynski, Committee Secretary City Hall, 300 Dufferin Ave London, Ontario

RE: USC VF’ UNIVERSITY AFFAIRS AS A NON-VOTING RESOURCE POSITION ON CREATlVE CITIES TASK FORCE

Ms. Lysynski,

I am writing to express my interest in sitting as a non-voting resource person on the Creative Cities Task Force in my capacity as Vice-president University Affairs at the University Students’ Council (USC) at Western.

The Vice-president University Affairs at the USC is well positioned to offer a valuable perspective to the task force regarding retaining students post-graduation, and attracting other young professionals to the City of London. Beyond offering this important perspective, I could also assist in partnership building with students at Western and Fanshawe College.

If appointed to the Task Force 1 would also bring Scott Courtice, a Policy Analyst at the USC, to meetings as a support person. Given the annual turnover in leadership at the Students’ Council he would be able to act as a source of continuity to ensure my successors are able to participate fully in the work of the task force.

I look forward to the opportunity to assist the task force with its work, and doing my part to help London position itself in the top rank of Canadian municipalities.

Regards,

David Simmonds Vice-President University Affairs University Students’ Council, University of Western Ontario 8

Alice Gibb 19-374 Simcoe Street London, ON

April 23,2007

Joni Baechler, Councillor 314-300 Dufferin Avenue London, ON N6B 122

Dear Joni Baechler:

I am following up on information passed on to me about the Creative City project by local historian Stephen Hading.

With my longstanding research and publishing background on the history of London, this project is of great interest to me. My qualifications include:

Eleven years experience in coordinating financially successful publishing projects including six township histories. Coordinated various London research projects, including the recent Hamilton Road Oral History Project (2005/2006). Published freelance articles on local history in publications including London Magazine, , Mainly For Seniors London, Daytripping and The Londoner. Co-authored Brackets and Bargeboards, London: architectural walks in London, Ontario (1989) with Pat Morden.

I am keenly interested in meeting with you to share some of my ideas and to discuss the possible scope of the Creative City projects. I will call to set up a mutually convenient time to meet with you and look forward to further discussions.

Sincerely,

Alice Gibb 25 Wychwood Park, London, Ontario. 9 May, 2007.

Chair and Members, Creative City Committee, PO Box 5035, London, Ont. N6A 4L9

Dear Ms. Mercier:

My husband, Murray Blackie, received an email yesterday requesting interest in serving as a non-voting resource member on the Creative City Committee. I feel that my background and interests might be more appropriate than his for this particular committee.

I retired in June, 2006 as an art history teacher within the Art Department at HJ3 Beal Secondary School, a position that I had for 22 years. Part of the curriculum, besides art appreciation and criticism, also involved Canadian art and local art within London. As you know, the art program at Beal in itself has a long and glowing history, producing such famous students as Jack Chambers and Greg Curnoe, to name a few.

Therefore, I would like to be considered to serve on this committee, with specific interest in the arts, heritage and youth. If you would like any additional background information, please contact me:

Yours truly, Margaret Blackie Page 1 of 1

Lysynski, Heather

From: Donald McKellar ' Sent: Friday, May 25,2007 9:05 AM To: Lysynski, Heather Subject: committee

Heather Lysynski:

I have been in contact with Judy Bryant and she suggested that I contact you.

I would be interested in being on the Creative City Commnittee as a Non Voting Resourse person representing the arts.

I have spent over 60 years in the musical community of London, primarily as the founding Associate Dean of the Don Wright Faculty of Music at UWO, conductor of orchestra and bands throughout Canada and in particular London. I have been active with the London Arts Council for many years, and was very pleased to receive the 2005 Mayors award for outstanding contribution to the arts in London.

If you need more information please contact me.

Donald McKellar

1603-22 Picton St. London,Oni

2007-06-05 Page 1 of 1

Lysynski, Heather - From: J&B Gilmore Sent: Thursday, May 31,2007 1022 AM To: Lysynski, Heather Subject: Creative City Committee

Chair and Members Creative City Committee City of London

Good morning, i received a notice earlier this month that the committee is seeking non-voting resource members to work on the next phase of this initiative. I wish to apply for one of the vacancies related to the environment, more specifically to the area of trees as identified in the Task'Force Report. Currently, I am Chair of the Trees and Forest Advisory Committee which was appointed by City Council to address planning and implementation of policies to assist the City in its role as "The Forest City". Also, I have more than 35 years experience in forestry across Ontario from managing small private woodlots in southwestern Ontario to large Crown forests in northern Ontario. I am available for an interview, if you wish. Yours truly, Bill Gilmore

2007-06-05 Lysynski, Heather

From: Rod Morley Sent: Tuesday, June 05,2007 921 PM To: Lysynski, Heather Subject: Creative City

Heather,

I am writing to you to express my interest in applying for the Enviromental Resource position for the Creative City Committee of City Council.

I feel that as being a lifetime citizen of London, I felt that my hopes for the future of London were never fully realized. By appying for this position, I feel that I will work to bring positive change to this city. I have demonstarted my desire to help improve London by running for City Council in the last Municipal election. I expressed my views on the future of London during election events, going door to door and by answering any questions put to me by any organization. I am willing to take on the responsiblity of becoming a leader.

During the election myself and other members of the Candidates Coalition decided we had to bring new ideas to the city. To this end we reseached an energy from waste project that was just beginning in Ottawa. We felt this was an important idea that needed to be brought to London. It was a way to help one day to close the London landfill site and to provide London with energy without burning oil or natural gas. I have many more ideas to bring to Londoners

As a member of both ACE and EEPAC, I have learned much in a very short time and when it comes to the enviroment, you have to be a flexible thinker. The processes, beliefs and ideas of the past have to be challenged in order to allow all Londoners and Canadians to be able to have a prosperous, healthy future.

My business background should also assist me in this role. I realize that you have to be resourceful in order to do as much as you can for the enviroment with the limited budget that is allocated for enviromental initiatives. I ran my own business, I know how to do more with less.

I feel that with my ever expanding enviromental knowledge coupled with my business acumen and desire to contribute to this city should allow me to provide a new creative voice for London.

Rod Morley

1 May 18,2007

Chair and Members Creative City Committee City of London 300 Dufferin Avenue London, Ontario RE: Resource Membership

Dear Committee Members;

I read with interest the call for resource menbers to work with the City of London’s Creative City Committee. As a long time City resident and a Downtown business owner, I am extremely interested in the health and potential of our City and the leadership that this Committee can provide. While much has been achieved in recent years, so much more is possible.

While I feel comfortable with all of the areas of interest identified, I feel that I could have particular input in the areas of Economic Development, Business District Revitalization and Housing. I would like to highlight the following background and involvements:

- graduate of University of Western Ontario (B.A. Geography 1973 ) and Brock University ( Certificate in Urban Studies 1975 ).

- Program Manager with CMHC ( 1977 to 1985 ) in Kingston and London administering social housing programs, urban renewal, neighbourhood improvement and RRAP home repair programs.

- Owner and President of Devonshire Financial since 1991. Devonshire is a Commercial Mortgage Broker and involved in fmancing apartment buildings, subdivisions, industrial and commercial developments in London and around Ontario.

- Member of the City of London Community Housing Advisory Committee ( 1978 - 1995 ) Chair ( 1985 - 1990 ) Board Member andvice-Chair of London Housing Authority ( 1995 -1999)

- Currently President of Homes Unlimited ( London) Inc., a charitable, non-profit corporationthat recently completed a 90 unit affordable housing project on Burwell Street and will be building another 52 unit project later this year.

... 2 I would be pleased to provide references if such are required. If selected, I am available to serve immediately and can be available for day or evening meetings. The mandate of the Committee, the breadth of involvements, the talented people it has attracted and the tremendous potential it has to provide leadership in key aeas of growth and development are all appealing to me and I would be most pleased to play any role that may be appropriate.

I can be reached at if you have questions or require further information. Thanks. May 9,2007

Chair and Members Creative City Committee P.0. Box 5035 London ON N6A 4L9

Dear Chair and Members of Creative City Committee,

This letter is intended to confirm my interest in joining the Creative City Committee as a non-voting resource committee member. My longstanding commitment and passion to the enhancement of our community as well as my familiarity with the Creative City project would make me an ideal candidate for this committee.

Currently, I hold the position of Executive Director of Pillar Nonprofit Network which has over 100 nonprofit member organizations that we provide professional development, networking, information and promote volunteerism in the London community. I would be able to offer a perspective on the nonprofit sector to the work of the Creative City Committee.

My past community experience in leadership, volunteer management, communications, training and fundraising has been developed through volunteer and employment positions including: Communications & Development Officer for Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada, Coordinator of Volunteer Services for Thames Valley Children’s Centre, working on the Board for London and Area Association of Volunteer Administration, VIP Sponsorship Committee member for Canada 2001 Games, and committee member for the Ontario Network for the Canadian Volunteerism Initiative.

As a participant in each of the Emerging Leader Think Tanks, I understand the focus areas and direction that London needs to take to become a leader that attracts and retains people to our community.

From these collective volunteer and employment experiences I have demonstrated my commitment to making London a vibrant and innovative city.

I greatly appreciate the opportunity to put my name forth for consideration for this committee. I look forward to hearing from you.

Warm regards, Michelle Baldwin Page 1 of 1

Lysynski, Heather - From: Hume, Gord Sent: Tuesday, May 08,2007 3:59 PM To: Lysynski, Heather Subject: CCC

Please add Alan Churchill, London Home Builders Association, to the applicants for the CCC> G

2007-05-08 Lysynski, Heather

From: Geraghty, Carol Sent: Thursday, June 14,2007 8:55AM To: Lysynski, Heather Subject: FW: City Council App Form

Importance: High

Here's an application for the Creative City Committee. I assume she's interested in one of the non voting resource positions we advertised.

Carol Geraghty Administrative Assistant Citv Clerk's Office

_____ uriyiriai iviessage----- From: [email protected] [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: Wednesday, June 13,2007 5:56 PM To: City of London, Webmaster Subject: City Council App Form Importance: High appname: Nicole Buteau position: Creative City Committee appaddl: 1141 Gainsborough Rd appadd2: London appadd3. phonday: phonres: occup: Newcomers Settlement Councillor workexp: Ijust changed career paths in Feb 2007 and I am working as a Settlement Officer for newcomers coming from French Speaking countries. Prior to that, I worked at London Life for 19 years. I worked in the French Department, then as a Team Leader in the Group Administration Department, then in Midsize Group Underwriting, then in the Individual Retirement & Investment Services for Great West Life. Throughout my career experiences, I developed analytical skils, communication skills and problem solving skills. educatin: B.A. with concentration in French - UWO Fellowship of Life Insurance Management Interior Decorating Program - Niagara College - not completed but allowed me to get a feel for architecture, drafting, planning. Secretarial Studies in Confederation College. skills: I have read the Old East Streetscape plans and the Hyde Park Streetscape Guidelines. I have read the Hyde Park Community Plan and commented on it. I have read all the Community & Urban Design information given to me by Chuck Parker and the City of London Planning Department. interest: I am passionate about Community Development, one step at the time. I understand the important role art, heritage, tourism, librairies, Downtown, diversity, sports, accessible housing play in making residents happy and proud of living in London. contrib: I can contribute the following experience: - giving input in the Vision 96 Project starting back in 1999. - Past President of the Hyde Park Business & Residents Association. - Conflict resolution. - Team player. 1 - experience living in one of the fastest growing part of London (Northwest London) - experience in being annexed to London. - experience not having access to municipal services such as water, sewers, bus service. - experience running into the 2003 municipal elections for Ward one. - experience preparing for and submitting a local improvement petition for city water on Gainsborough. - experience getting Developers, City Councillors, residents and business people working together (as President of the Hyde Park Residents & Businesses Association). pastcont: Member of Diversity Taskforce in 2001 - 2003 approximately. Active participant in Vision 96 process. Attended several meetings of the Planning Committee and ETC to represent the interests of the Hyde Park Business & Residents Community Association. I assisted to the Creative City Dinner at the Conference Centre, organized by Investing in Children, with London Life Greg Kaiser and Linda. exchange: - 2006-2007 President of the Rotary Club of London Hyde Park. -Ward one candidate in the 2003 municipal elections. - Settlement Councillor for Newcomers. intrview: yes emailadd: mailto:.

2 May 15/07

Chairs: Tourism and Conventions Economic Development Business District Revitalization Environment

Dear Sirmadam:

I am extremely interested in'any or all the above committees. In my mind these are the groups that must make the right decisions over the next few years for the city to continue to prosper, grow and assume the role that it has achieved over the past 150 years.

I have taught Computer Education in the Faculty of Education at the University of Western Ontario for 34 years and previously taught Business Education at H. B. Beal Secondary School where I installed a computer in 1963 so that students could begin to learn at an early age how to use and communicate with computers. Over the next 10 years I was deeply involved in developing course material for these machines. We switched from programming to using software packages in the mid 1970's and switched from cards to terminals and then to micro-computers.

In 1993 I retired with a Professor Emeritus designation and since then have taught in Hong Kong for a year, served two terms on municipal councils and have established many courses for Seniors to help them learn how to use computers. Further, while at Western I consulted with numerous companies such as IBM, Commodore Business Machines, Radio Shack, Microsoft and other groups in the record keeping business.

In the last few years I have been the chair of the Grand Bend Medical Foundation, the Ausable Bayfield Conservation Foundation, a member of the Middlesex Federation of Agriculture, the Dearness Home Advisory Committee and other social and religious committees and commissions..

London, and in fact much of Canada, is at a turning point. We must assess where we are going as a community, as a region (from Windsor/Samia to Guelph) for the automobile, farming, computer, medical, research and tourism industries. We must work with Ontario and Canada to evaluate our strengths and weaknesses in light ofthe growing importance of former third world countries such as India, China and Africa.

As we propose and implement all these changes, we must further assess the effects that this will have on our community and especially the poor and under-privileged.

If I can assist by serving on any or all of the above committees, please let me know. If more information is required as to my background, accomplishments, or interests please let me know and I will send answers or my CV immediately.

Sincerely

John E. Walsh, Professor Emeritus 168 Grenfell Cres.