upgrade an area called Bay Beach. It is a tremendous draw for tourists into Fort Erie.And when people are there, of course, we’re encouraging them to go to the restaurants, to do some shopping in the downtown cores.” Much needed updates to the town’s marina are on the table, further enhancing the attraction of the community. “The Niagara Parks Commission is committed to that, and right now they’re in the process of putting out an RFP to determine what interest there may be in developing some type of resort adjacent to the marina. That would be a tremendous draw for tourists and even when the boating season has passed, there are lots of other things that can be done in that area,” says the mayor. A VISION FOR GROWTH At the heart of Fort Erie’s transformation is a thoughtfully planned vision for the future, which is outlined in the council’s strategic plan. This welldefined plan offers a practical way to make certain that growth enhances the quality of life for both current and future residents.“Growth is great, but our 189 CIVIL AND MUNICIPAL VOLUME 06, ISSUE 03 FORT ERIE, ON
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