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Osland said the commu- nity council was born six months ago out of concern that citizens weren't being given a fair say im,some major municipal decisions. Among them. "stand list. ed, are the RIM Park finamy ingiiascxx changingthename of the Millennium Recreation Centre to RIM Park, and this year's approval ofa new sub- ()sland will introduce the citizens committee, made up of representatives from 23 local neighbourhood associations who have appointed themselves as watchdogs over city deci- sions, during next Monday's city council meeting. "I'll be talking about our role in the community, and letting people know we're gearing up tdsuppon the new council," Osland said. "We certainly support the current council. but it is lame duck now." Waterloo Community Council will keep an eye on city hall proceedings alerloo city council Wi: about lo meet its shadow. And that shadow will be in the form ofTim Osland. chair of the Waterloo Com- munity Council (WCC). By ANDREA Bum Chronicle Staff Osland will also highlight the WCC's support of the Voter Support committee and the Waterlooians. two grassroots organizations raising public awareness of some of the main issues sur- rounding the election. The WCC will be hosting upcoming town hall meet- ings, organized by the Voter Support committee. that will allow candidates regis- tered for the election to state their platforms and debate issues. "They will be there to iis- ten, and take notes on agen- da items that would be of interest to the neighbour- hood associations," he said. Osland guessed some hot topics this fall will be traffic and zoning west side devel- opment. the city's Height and Density Study, and the muncipal election on Nov. 10. A change in process is needed, Osland said. And his group wants to make that happen. division on the west side that is to be serviced by a gravel road. WCC members will take turns sitting in on city coun- cil meetings. Osland said the meetings "It's great exposure for the groups and great educa- tion for the audience," Osland said. The group will also host Community Fest, a citizens summit scheduled for Nov. 23 at the Adult Recreation Centre. Community-based groups will be on hand to make IO-minute presenta- tions to an audience of neighbourhood association members and neighbour- hood-minded people. But Osfahd assured, the WOC’s intiuence will extend beyond the council cham- "When the election is over, we'll turn into more of a city council support group," he said. "If feedback is required on an issue before council, we'll be thereto support them." "lt's been a really rough last three years." Osland said. “An! it may take those rough waters to bring peo- ple out to vote." Once the new council is elected, Osland said his group intends to be heavily involved in the decision- making process at city hall. are meant to encourage citi- zens to cast their votes on election day. The event will wrap up with a "roses and thorns" round-table discussion. where participants can debate and discuss some hot city topics. "wi, dehnitely have a lot of plans," Osland said. For more information on the WCC. visit www.my waterlooregion.com. Ab Nightingale, chair of the Rotary Dream Home Lottery, welcomes the public to tour this year's home in the East- bridge area of Waterloo. It's the first time the dream home has returned to Waterloo in more than 10 years. The home is located at 346 Schooner Cres. Tickets are available at Zehrs or local lottery ticket kiosks. Voted Best Luxury SUV in 2003 by Car and Driver. Welcome to your dream home Come and meet the newest member of the Volkswagen family 2 dr coupe. 2 2k 4 cyt, automatic, air conduit)» irrt,ABS.AM/PM/CD We of factory mm a roadside assistance Each Priced At 2002 PONTIAC s Presenting the Touareg suvw Conservation Dr./Northlake Dr. Parkmount Dr.frhorncrest Dr. Honeywood Pl./Will0w Wood Dr. Columbia Forest Blvd/Royal Fern St. Eden Valley CresJWestvale Dr. Drummerhill Cres. Beechlawn DrfBridle Path Cn. Castlegate Cres./Candlewood C res. Breezewood C res./C ulpepper Dr. Meaford Dr./Chelford Cres. Bayhampton Cres./Harper Pl. Clipper Dr./Mooring Post Lane ( '7) d.' (C! . wante Drivers IFRI s10,377 )CHRONICLI We have carriers of all ages, children as well - as adults. It you Are interested - please call 886-2830 ext. 225 " time to become a WATER'Lbb'EH'ifONICLE CARRIER