Regina city council approves interim board for REAL
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A new interim board of directors for the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) was approved by city council at a special meeting on Friday afternoon.
A new interim board of directors for the Regina Exhibition Association Limited (REAL) was approved by city council at a special meeting on Friday afternoon.
The interim board is made up of: Regina city manager Niki Anderson, city CFO Barry Lacey, Anderson’s chief of staff Ly Pham, manager of parks and recreation Jeff May, city executive director Jennifer Johnson, and director of labour relations Maria Burns.
Bob Hawkins remains council’s representative on the REAL board but will be replaced by Coun. Lori Bresciani on Jan. 1.
The changes bring the number of members down from nine to seven. Council’s vote also amends the minimum number of voting directors from seven to three.
During the special council meeting, councillors questioned at length as to whether administration has the capacity and ability to take on board responsibilities.
"Are we in the business and have the knowledge of running sporting events, concerts, all of that," questioned Ward 5 Coun. John Findura.
Coun. Jason Mancinelli left the meeting prior to the vote, after his motion to table the topic was voted down.
