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The Commission ratified the following Vision Statement at their regular meeting in Dawson City, May 16, 2012.
"The Dawson Region is an ancient and uniquely unglaciated landscape, with an abundance of natural resources and a diverse cultural legacy that contributes to the well being of all Yukoners."
"People have been and continue to be an integral part of the landscape, acting as stewards to protect natural values, and working together as a community to realize opportunities for well balanced economic growth."
"Shared and respectful use of all resources contributes to a sustainable and self-supporting economy."
"Ecological and cultural values are undiminished by the careful development of economic resources; ensuring healthy ecosystems and clean drinking water are enjoyed by future generations."
"People engage in consensus building; working with purpose and in harmony to balance economic sustainability, quality of life and environment."
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The Commisison held its 3rd meeting in Dawson City on October 12-13, 2011. The Commission reviewed submissions from Yukon Government,Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in Government, as well as from public stakeholders on issues and interests within the region. With this input, the Commission wlll prepare a statement about the regional issues that should be addresed by the Land Use Plan. The issues will form the basis of public workshops, to be held in late November in Dawson City.
Further meetings of the Commission are expected to occur at key decision points in the planning process. The next meeting, scheduled for February 2012, will review Resource Assessment reports for interests and values identified by our Plan Partners.
The Commission is pleased with the startup and progress to date
- met its obligation for fiscal management of public funds;
- stayed on time and on budget;
- established an office in Dawson City;
- developed a website for communication with the public;
- adopted a logo that reflects a shared vision for the region;
- held three community meetings to raise awareness of the Commission workplan;
- hired two staff members to help the Commission prepare the Plan;
- commenced the "real" work of considering the current and future issues within the region.
The Commission would like to acknowledge the co-operation of the Plan Partners (Tr'ondëk Hwëch'in and Yukon Governments) in addressing budget, policy and technical issues in a timely fashion. |
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