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 and amended it in 2006. 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
MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE

Elections were held at the AGM on August 30, 2008 and the members of the MC are:

President - Linda Leonard
Vice President - Anelia Humnisky
Past President - Jerry Meagher
Treasurer - Roberta Dalman
Secretary - Donna Meyer
Directors - Paul Leonard, Gord Koffman, Garry Dunne, Wendy French and Jeff Landry

COMMITTEES

The Concerns Action Committee - charged with assisting members in the reporting of concerns to the proper authorities and in following up on concerns reported. Members who have concerns they would like us to help address can download a complaint form by clicking here.
Membership Committee - charged with conducting an annual membership drive.
Communications Committee - charged with creating a web site and newsletter that will disseminate information about the GMPOA and the Grand Marais area.
COPP (Citizens On Patrol Program) Committee - charged with operating a citizen patrol program.
Nominating Committee - charged with ensuring qualified individuals are prepared to stand for election for all Executive and Board of Directors positions, with presenting these qualified individuals to the membership at the AGM and with supervising the election of officers.
AGM/Constitution Committee - charged with reviewing the past AGM(s) and making recommendations for improvement, with compiling a budget for the AGM and with reviewing the constitution and making recommendations for amendments.
Environment Committee - charged with investigating ways the GMPOA can support the community in its efforts to develop and protect the environment.
Budget Committee - charged with developing an annual budget for the operations of the GMPOA.
Garbage Committee - charged with preparing a report for the membership on options for dealing with garbage collection and with surveying members as to which option the GMPOA should pursue.
Fire Truck Pull Committee - charged with organizing and operating a fire truck pull in support of the East Beaches Fire And Rescue Department in August/September.
Staircase Reconstruction Committee - charged with developing and carrying out a business plan to reconstruct the stairs and construct an observation deck at the Historical Fishermen's Pier in Grand Marais.
Spirit Award Committee - charged with selecting a deserving individual to receive the GMPOA's annual Spirit Award.