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Members in the News

create a safe, positive atmosphere and to troubleshoot poten- ups to ensure the area remains safe and clean. The team also
tial issues by developing strong relationships with downtown responds to concerns directly reported from the public about
residents and businesses.” waste, debris, and maintenance issues on public property
within the core areas.
This program originally developed out of an initial response to
reports of needle debris and public safety concerns in the fall To make a cleanup request call (519) 623-1340 or email
of November 2017. The new program has expanded services to cleanup@cambridge.ca. For needle related debris, please vis-
enhance the safe enjoyment and pride in our community. it: www.cambridge.ca/NeedleDisposal

Our Ambassadors will serve the downtown community in the Community Support Connections appoints
following ways: Will Pace as Executive Director
• street and sidewalk cleaning Cambridge native Will Pace was hired as the new executive
• litter and debris removal (including needle debris) director for the organization, which offers a range of supports
• graffiti removal and services that enable people to live at home with indepen-
• weed removal dence.
• maintenance of planters and flower beds
• greeting visitors and providing tourism information and He will begin his new role on July 3. Pace has considerable ex-
directions perience in the not-for-profit and health-care sectors in lead-
• requesting voluntary compliance with City ordinances ership, marketing and government relations, the agency said
• reporting public disturbances to Regional Police in a news release.
• liaising with the businesses community
• connecting vulnerable people with social services infor- Council approves new soccer field complex
mation
• acting as a resource for general information on City op- for Fountain Street
erations Cambridge City Council conditionally approved the purchase
The Ambassador Team frequently checks on areas where of a 54-acre property at Fountain Street and Linden Drive for
waste and debris are known to accumulate and initiate clean- a new outdoor soccer complex. The purchase will be a part-

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