Quick Update

We've had an exciting couple of weeks, lately.  All of the submissions for the Lantzville Urban Agriculture committee have been submitted, with both Louise and Andrew submitting letters on behalf of FUAL, and members are likely to be chosen in tomorrow's Council Meeting.  Another rally has been organized, starting at 6:30 pm tomorrow.  Everyone bring signs!  Also, FUAL has started planning some really interesting events and informational sessions for the next few months.  Movie nights, a panel of speakers, and a harvest festival are all in the works.  Keep an eye out for those once the fall rolls around.  Finally, Andrew Mostad and Michael Geselbracht have both decided to run for Lantzville Council in November.  Campaigns are starting to be organized and any volunteers who would be willing to help in any way would be greatly appreciated! 

It is looking like there is still a lot of work ahead of us, but a great group of super motivated people are starting to coalesce around Urban Agriculture in Lantzville.  We can make a difference, and we will make a difference in our community.

Lantzville Agriculture Committee

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.