Last Council meeting, FUAL made a presentation to Lantzville Council asking to strike a committee to look at zoning bylaw changes to regulate urban agriculture. A special thanks to four of our members; Marjorie, Louise, Andrew and Glenda, for their excellent presentation. We also asked that at least 2 FUAL members be included in this committee. Council didn't seem opposed to this option, and passed a motion to create a terms of reference for such a committee. However, supporters of urban agriculture and local food have to keep the pressure on Council to strike this committee. As well, we need to make sure that Council allows this committee room to work and to make a meaningful difference, instead of just having them make recommended amendments to a bylaw made by Council.
Another Council meeting will be held this Monday, May 30th, and I encourage everyone to come out and let Council know that we will hold them accountable for their decisions.
