St. Catharines residents will get their first look at the city's newly elected council next week, and the doors are open to everyone.
Mayor Mat Siscoe and the members of the incoming city council invite the community to attend the inaugural meeting of the new St. Catharines City Council on Monday, Nov. 16, according to a notice from the City of St. Catharines.
The meeting begins at 7 p.m. at the FirstOntario Performing Arts Centre, located at 250 St. Paul St. in the city's downtown.
The inaugural meeting marks the formal start of the new council's four-year term, following October's municipal election. It is the first time the full council gathers officially to take office before the public.
The evening won't end with the gavel. According to the city's notice, attendees are invited to stay for a public reception following the meeting — a chance for residents to meet their new council members in person.
Getting there
For anyone driving downtown, free parking will be available in the Carlisle Street Parking Garage, the city said.
The performing arts centre sits on St. Paul Street, a short walk from the garage and steps from the city's core.
Residents with questions can contact the city at 905-688-5600 or by email at CitizensFirst@stcatharines.ca.
