Summary: Karen Zulynik, a resident of Tiny Township, has organized a petition garnering over 1,700 signatures against the proposed new administration facility, citing high costs and a lack of public input. She also led a protest before a council meeting in January, where $400,000 was approved for architectural work on the project. Mayor Dave Evans argued that the public consultation process is just beginning, and the new building is necessary due to overcrowded and outdated current facilities. Zulynik, however, believes the post-pandemic trend of hybrid work negates the need for a 22,000 sq. ft. building and is concerned many residents, especially part-timers, are unaware of the public sessions. Evans emphasized the poor working conditions for the 70 full-time staff, which doubles in summer, and the need for a strategic plan, noting the current offices were pieced together since 1967 without foresight.
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