Voting opens to choose community project in Sioux Lookout

Residents in Sioux Lookout can cast their vote on how the municipality should spend $20,000.

It’s part of the Community Choice Project Fund, a new pilot program launched in September.

After collecting ideas through October, and staff reviewing the submissions earlier this month, it’s time to choose.

Two projects met all the eligibility criteria.

Project #1: Waterfront Programming and Supervision

The first proposal would introduce aquatic programming and supervised swimming at Town Beach through the summer.

Programs would include swimming lessons, swim-to-survive, aquafit classes, open-water lane swimming and supervised recreational swimming.

People currently travel to Dryden for these activities.

The project would enhance safety, recreation and youth employment while supporting active living.

The budget for the project is $20,000.

Project #2: Community Art

The second project proposes a 10-foot by 32-foot mural on the recreation centre created by Lac Seul artist Storm Angeconeb.

The art would include eight vinyl panels on aluminum composite material, and would celebrate Indigenous art, create a more welcoming entrance, and support future community art initiatives.

The materials are durable and low-maintenance, and the installation would be illuminated.

The budget for this project is $14,032.34.

Voting is underway until Dec. 5. Sioux Lookout residents can vote on which project should be presented to council in January for approval and implementation.

Click here to cast your vote.