This site is sponsored by the
GRAND MARAIS PROPERTY OWNERS' ASSOCIATION. (GMPOA)

HISTORY OF THE GMPOA

A group of people interested in the welfare of Grand Marais met three times in the summer of 2005. After discussion of the issues important to those present, it was obvious that many of the concerns were common and the group decided to form an association with three goals:
  • to promote community by lobbying for improvements to Grand Marais
  • to promote community by helping members report and follow up on concerns
  • to promote community by dispensing fair, comprehensive, accurate information
The association adopted its constitution in September 2005. The constitution has been amended a few times since then so the current constitution is available here for all to view. Membership is open to all. Property owner's, those whose name(s) appear on the tax roll, may purchase one voting membership for each lot they own in Grand Marais. Others may purchase an associate membership for $5.00. Associate members do not have voting rights at meetings but they can run for election to the Management Committee. If elected to the Management Committee, an associate member would have the same voting privileges as any other member of the Management Committee.

OUR VISION

The primary stakeholders of the Grand Marais Property Owners' Association are residential property owners and their associates who are committed to the betterment of the Grand Marais community. The GMPOA envisions its stakeholders working together in collaborative efforts aimed at improving the overall living and environmental conditions within our community. In addition, the GMPOA envisions working collaboratively with other allied community stakeholders to enhance the cohesiveness and fellowship of our community.

OUR MISSION

The GMPOA will:
  • acknowledge and address legitimate interests and concerns of its membership by assisting in the filing and follow-up of issues with appropriate government agencies.
  • provide accurate, comprehensive and fair communication of association activities to its membership.
  • lobby government agencies in endeavours that will bring about improvements to our community.
  • collaborate with allied community associations to foster and bring about positive change and enhancements to our community.
OUR VALUES

All actions of the GMPOA will be guided by inherent values of:
  • Accountability
  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Openness
  • Respect

For additional information on the GMPOA click here.