2023 GFOABC ANNUAL CONFERENCE

Small Communities

GFOABC HELD A SMALL COMMUNITIES FORUM AT ITS 2023 ANNUAL CONFERENCE IN WHISTLER. THE FORUM TOOK PLACE ON JUNE 1. THERE WERE THREE PRESENTATIONS COVERING AN ARRAY OF TOPICS. THE FOLLOWING IS A SUMMARY OF THE TOPICS PRESENTED AT THE CONFERENCE.

EMPOWERING SMALL COMMUNITIES THROUGH DATA: STREAMLINING DATA MANAGEMENT AND VISUALIZATIONS FOR COMMUNITY PLANNING.

Presenting on this topic was Richard Kemble, Economic Development Officer - Resort Municipality of Whistler (RMOW).

Richard’s presentation highlighted data as a powerful tool for community planning, but also noted it can be difficult to collect, manage, and share effectively, especially for small communities with limited resources. the session explored an accessible approach to data management and visualization that can help small communities make informed decisions and encourage transparency and accountability.

Richard discussed RMOW’s data portal, which streamlines website management, data visualization and key performance indicators, and makes it easy for community members to access data. For individuals in attendance, the key takeaway from this session was to learn how to leverage these tools to empower their communities through data-driven decision-making and informed conversations.

The Sustainable Cfo

Presenting on this topic were Chris Jury, Chief Financial Officer - City of Nelson, Mark Tatchell, Chief Administrative Officer - Village of Tahsis, and Adia Mavrikos, Chief Financial Officer - Village of Tahsis.