Sudbury Soils Study
Public Advisory Committee - Meeting #7
November
19, 2002 – 6:00 p.m.
Cambrian
College
Attendees:
Joe Cimino Ivan
Filion Aino Laamanen
Paul
St. Jean Ronda
Gougeon Dino Maserio
Absent:
Norris Artuso
John Hogenbirk Gary Hrytsak
Larry McGregor Rubina
Nebenionquit
TC Members: Marc Butler Brian McMahon
Dr.
Stephen Monet
Glen Watson
Process
Observer: Franco Mariotti
Chair: Ivan
Filion
Recorder: Julie
Sabourin
TC Facilitator: Dick DeStefano
Guests: Paul Gomirato
Media
Public
1.0 CALL
TO ORDER
Supper was provided for all those in
attendance. The meeting was called to
order at 6:30 p.m. The Chair welcomed
everyone to the meeting.
1.1 Introduction
of New Members
All were asked to introduce
themselves. The Chair provided a brief
overview of the roles and responsibilities of the PAC for those new in
attendance.
1.2 Resignation
of Norris Artuso
In an earlier e-mail from Norris, he
indicated that he had broken his foot and rather than not support the committee
he would offer his resignation. The
Committee noted that they would hate to lose Norris as a member of the PAC and
supported his need to be absent because of his current situation.
In reference to the absence of Gary
Hrystak, the Chair will contact him as to his pleasure.
2.0 DECLARATION
OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
3.0 ADDITIONS
TO THE AGENDA
4.1 Minutes
of Meeting #6 – September 17, 2002
Two
grammatical changes were recommended by John via e-mail. There were no changes to content and the
minutes were adopted as amended.
5.1 Chair’s
Role on TC
During this discussion the PAC were informed that the TC
works through to consensus with any decision required. It was also suggested that it would be
helpful for PAC members to attend a TC meeting to observe the process. There was a request to hold an evening
meeting, but it was noted that this was not feasible due to the constraints of
most of the members of the committees. some of which fly up from Toronto for
the meeting. It was also noted that the
TC wants the continued link with the PAC and it was suggested that to better
facilitate this process, a copy of the TC agenda could also be forwarded to
members of the PAC for their information.
The Chair of PAC agreed he would continue to attend TC meetings as the
PAC rep. Should issues affecting the
PAC arise, he will contact via e-mail as best he can to obtain a PAC position
for the information of the TC.
Action: Julie to place topic on next
agenda.
5.2 Introduction
of TC/PAC Group
Members
that were present at the meeting were asked to provide some background as to
their role on the TC committee and the reasons why the PAC members felt compelled
to participate on this committee.
Following this, the group was encouraged to participate in an open and
interactive discussion/dialogue to clarify any issues or concerns.
5.3 Progress
Report from the TC
Those present were brought up to date with activities of the
TC and the progress made with regard to the selection of the consultant. They were informed that it is expected the
project will not be completed for another year, but it is expected the
consultant will be able to provide interim reports. It was noted that these reports required peer review and the
reviewers have yet to be selected. This
is an item for discussion at the next TC meeting.
At this stage Mr. Gomirato from PG Advertising and Design
was asked to provide an overview of the Sudbury Soils Study website. It was requested the back door address to
the website be shared with the PAC so that they might provide any feedback they
deemed appropriate. It is expected the
website will be launched in early December.
Action: Julie to forward address to
PAC members.
5.4 Relationship
with EarthCare
The Chair informed the PAC that he reported to the TC of the
discussions at the meeting that EarchCare had participated in. He indicated that they are presently
undergoing some sort of renewal process and when they have become established
once again, will ask them to get in touch with us and market and profile the
Study when opportunities arise.
6.1 Process
Observer Fall 2002 Report
7.0 TC MEETINGS
7.1 Minutes
of TC Meeting #14 October 15, 2002
Tabled for information.
Members of the PAC were told that any issues that arise that require TC
clarification; they should contact members of the TC directly.
8.0 ADDENDUM
9.0 NEXT MEETING
February
18, 2003 at 6:00 p.m. – Cambrian College.
10.0 ADJOURNMENT
Meeting
adjourned at 8:45 p.m.
Following
the meeting, members of both the TC and PAC were invited to remain to respond
to any questions from the public and media.
_______________________________ _____________________________
Chair, Ivan Filion Recorder,
Julie Sabourin