Council to considering partnering with TNRD and Fall Fair and Rodeo Associations

This evening Merritt City Council will consider signing an agreement with the Fall Fair and Nicola Rodeo Associations, and the TNRD to build a proposed washroom facility on the grounds.

“The proposal is for a washroom to be constructed, funded by the TNRD, with the City providing project management and specific project costs,” said Director of Corporate Services Greg Lowis.

The TNRD through area directors David Laird and Herb Graham have provided $130,000 in gas tax funds to the project.

“Should Council not wish to proceed, the project would not be project-managed by the City, and the other parties would need to negotiate among themselves the impact this would have,” added Lowis.

Council will vote on the matter this evening at the 7 pm meeting.

Also on the docket tonight is the final report from a housing needs assessment of the community, funding for a new fire truck, and capital projects ahead of the 2021 budget.