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Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday,
September 14, 2021
6:00 p.m.
Centre 200
Main Concourse
481 George Street, Sydney, NS
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall called the meeting to order.
Council: Mayor Amanda M. McDougall
Councillor Gordon MacDonald
Deputy Mayor Earlene MacMullin
Councillor Cyril MacDonald
Councillor Steve Gillespie
Councillor Eldon MacDonald
Councillor Glenn Paruch
Councillor Steve Parsons
Councillor James Edwards
Councillor Ken Tracey
Councillor Darren O'Quinn
Councillor Lorne Green
Staff. Marie Walsh, Chief Administrative Officer
Jennifer Campbell, Chief Financial Officer
John MacKinnon, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
Deborah Campbell Ryan, Municipal Clerk
Demetri Kachafanas, QC, Regional Solicitor
Wayne MacDonald, Director of Engineering &Public Works
Michael Ruus, Director of Planning & Development
Kirk Durning, Manager of Recreation
Sheila Kolanko, Property Manager
Sharon MacSween, Senior Administrative Assistant
Angela Ross, Recording Secretary
Absent: Councillor Darren Bruckschwaiger (Leave of Absence)
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Summary of Decisions
Land Acknowledgement
Roll Call
O' Canada
Moment of Silent Reflection
Councillor Gillespie acknowledged the passing of former Police Chief David Wilson and
offered sincere condolences to his family.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion to approve minutes from:
➢ Special Council(Police Review) —June 30, 2021
Carried.
Motion to approve minutes from:
➢ Special Council(Strategic Plan)—June 30, 2021
Carried.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion to approve the September 14, 2021, Council Agenda and Addendum as circulated.
Carried.
3. PROCLAMATIONS & RESOLUTIONS:
3.1 Paul's Food Factory-Pizza Burger:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council declare Paul's Food
Factory Pizza Burger as CBRM's Official food, and ask all residents of the CBRM to
congratulate Paul's Food Factory on a very deserving 40'h year in Business and wish
them many more years of success with CBRM's Official Pizza Burger. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd)
PROCLAMATIONS & RESOLUTIONS (Cont'd):
3.2 Dystonia Awareness Month:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council join the call for better
education, understanding and research about dystonia and proclaim the month of
September 2021, to be "Dystonia Awareness Month" in the Cape Breton Regional
Municipality. Carried.
3.3 Right to Know Week:
Motion that Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council of the Cape Breton Regional
Municipality proclaim September 27th to October 3rd, 2021, to be "Right to Know Week"
in the CBRM. Carried.
3.4 Medic Monday 2021:
Motion that Mayor Amanda McDougall and Council of the Cape Breton Regional
Municipality proclaim Monday, September 27, 2021, as MEDIC MONDAY in the CBRM
in appreciation for everything our paramedics do. Carried.
3.5 Cape Breton Classic Cruisers Fall Classic Show & Shine Weekend:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 17'h
— September 19'', 2021, as the "Cape Breton Classic Cruisers Fall Classic Show & Shine
Weekend" in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality. Carried.
3.6 Childhood Cancer Awareness Month:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 2021
as "Childhood Cancer Awareness Month" in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Carried.
3.7 British Home Child Day:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 28h,
2021, as "British Home Child Day" in the CBRM and recognize that this year's
illumination is honoring Judy Neville, of Ontario. Judy, along with being an educator and
strong advocate so that British Home Children would never be forgotten, lobbied
successfully in Parliament, to bring about BHC Day. Judy passed away last month.
Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd)
PROCLAMATIONS & RESOLUTIONS (Cont'd):
3.8 CMHC 2020 Data Average Market Rental Data:
Motion that Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council request staff write a letter to the
Minister and Deputy Minister of Social Development Canada, copied to both Cape Breton
MPs,urging the CMHC to assess the reliability of its data; and,through greater contact and
connection with our staff, local affordable housing researchers and community
organizations, verify that the data collection methods are appropriate and that the data
collected reflects the experience of the residents in our municipality. Carried.
4. DELEGATION:
4.1 Poverty Reduction Strategy & Transportation:
Motion that staff be directed to provide an Issue Paper on where the CBRM Transit System
was when that budget was reduced, where Transit is today, and how to move Transit
forward. Carried.
It was agreed that the November Special Council themed meeting would be on
transportation.
5. PLANNING ISSUES:
5.1 FINAL APPROVAL —PUBLIC HEARING: N/A
5.2 APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE: N/A
6. BUSINESS ARISING:
6.1 Council Meeting—July 6, 2021:
a) Repeal of Provision of Tax Information Policy:
Motion to approve the repeal of the Provision of Tax Information Policy. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd):
BUSINESS ARISING Cont'd):
6.2 Council Meeting—August 24, 2021:
a) Public Report: Citizen Appointments to Various Committees:
The Municipal Clerk provided a public report on the Citizen Appointments to various
Committees.
For Information Only.
7. CORPORATE SERVICES ISSUES:
7.1 Request to Deem Property Surplus, Portion of PID 15061054 York
Street, Glace Bay (District 9):
Motion to approve the staff recommendation declaring only the subject property (portion
of PID 15061054, as outlined in red on Attachment "B" of the staff Issue Paper dated
September 14, 2021), surplus to the needs of the municipality and to be sold at market
value to the applicant(heirs and assigns) subject to the following conditions:
1. An Access Easement/Right-of-way across the property for the benefit of the CBRM
for the purpose of future maintenance of existing waterline infrastructure; and
2. Lot consolidation with the applicants existing property (PID 15403454) and
compliance with Land Use By-law and other applicable legislation and government
regulations; and
3. All costs will be the responsibility of the applicant.
Carried.
ADDENDUM
7.2 REQUEST FOR NSP/BELL ALIANT EASEMENT - Hillier Avenue,
North Sydney(District 2) PID 15895915/15895923/15895931/15895949:
Motion to authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Easement Agreement for the
installation of power poles and/or lines on CBRM property identified as PID 15895915;
15895923; 15895931 and 15895949. All costs and fees associated with the said Easement
shall be the responsibility of the applicant. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd):
8. COUNCILLOR AGENDA REQUESTS:
8.1 Provincial/Municipal Service Agreement, as it pertains to roads:
Motion that staff be directed to prepare an Issue Paper on the Provincial / Municipal
Service Agreement, as it pertains to roads, with a recommendation to Council on how to
proceed. Carried.
8.2 Stakeholders meeting of CBRM field users:
Motion that staff be directed to complete the following prior to calendar year-end:
• Obtain an up-to-date list of stakeholders
• Hold a workshop with Council and staff on the Recreation Master Plan
• Organize conversations with stakeholders on our move forward
• Prepare an Issue paper on how to move forward with a Parks and Open Space Plan
Carried.
9. BY-LAWS & MOTIONS:
9.1 By-laws:
a) Second/Final Reading—Public Hearin: N/A
b) First Reading: N/A
10. Extended Absence of Councillor:
Motion that an extended leave of absence be granted to Councillor Darren Bruckschwaiger
consistent with Section 17(4) of the Municipal Government Act and the CBRM Council
Remuneration Policy. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd):
11. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS:
11.1 CBRM to July 31, 2021:
For Information Only.
11.2 Port of Sydney Development Corporation to July 31, 2021:
For Information Only.
12. Review of Action Items from the Meeting:
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall reviewed her Action Items from the meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
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Land Acknowledgement
Roll Call
O' Canada
Moment of Silent Reflection
Councillor Gillespie acknowledged the passing of former Police Chief David Wilson and
offered sincere condolences to his family.
1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Parsons, seconded by Councillor Edwards, approval of the Minutes
from:
➢ Special Council Meeting (Police Review)—June 30, 2021
Motion Carried.
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, seconded by Councillor Cyril MacDonald, approval
of the Minutes from:
➢ Special Council Meeting (Strategic Plan) —June 30, 2021
Motion Carried.
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, seconded by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, to
approve the September 14, 2021, Council Meeting Agenda and Addendum as circulated.
Motion Carried.
3. PROCLAMATIONS & RESOLUTIONS:
3.1 Paul's Food Factory-Pizza Burger:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Councillor O'Quinn, that CBRM Mayor
Amanda M. McDougall and Council declare Paul's Food Factory Pizza Burger as CBRM's
Official food, and ask all residents of the CBRM to congratulate Paul's Food Factory on a
very deserving 40'h year in Business and wish them many more years of success with
CBRM's Official Pizza Burger.
Motion Carried.
Continued...
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PROCLAMATIONS & RESOLUTIONS (Cont'd):
3.2 Dystonia Awareness Month:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gillespie, seconded by Councillor Green, that CBRM Mayor
Amanda M. McDougall and Council join the call for better education, understanding and
research about dystonia and proclaim the month of September 2021, to be "Dystonia
Awareness Month' in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Motion Carried.
3.3 Right to Know Week:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Tracey, seconded by Councillor Parsons, that Mayor Amanda M.
McDougall and Council of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality proclaim September
27d'to October 3rd, 2021, to be "Right to Know Week" in the CBRM.
Motion Carried.
3.4 Medic Monday 2021:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Paruch, that Mayor
Amanda McDougall and Council of the Cape Breton Regional Municipality proclaim
Monday, September 27, 2021, as MEDIC MONDAY in the CBRM in appreciation for
everything our paramedics do.
Motion Carried.
3.5 Cape Breton Classic Cruisers Fall Classic Show & Shine Weekend:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Cyril MacDonald, that
CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 17d'—September
19d', 2021, as the "Cape Breton Classic Cruisers Fall Classic Show & Shine Weekend" in
the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Motion Carried.
Continued...
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PROCLAMATIONS & RESOLUTIONS (Cont'd):
3.6 Childhood Cancer Awareness Month:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Paruch, that CBRM
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 2021 as "Childhood
Cancer Awareness Month" in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Motion Carried.
3.7 British Home Child Day:
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, seconded by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, that
CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 28h, 2021, as
"British Home Child Day" in the CBRM and recognize that this year's illumination is
honoring Judy Neville, of Ontario. Judy, along with being an educator and strong advocate
so that British Home Children would never be forgotten, lobbied successfully in
Parliament, to bring about BHC Day. Judy passed away last month.
Motion Carried.
3.8 CMHC 2020 Data Average Market Rental Data:
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, seconded by Councillor Tracey, that CBRM Mayor
Amanda M. McDougall and Council request staff write a letter to the Minister and Deputy
Minister of Social Development Canada, copied to both Cape Breton MPs, urging the
CMHC to assess the reliability of its data; and,through greater contact and connection with
our staff, local affordable housing researchers and community organizations, verify that
the data collection methods are appropriate and that the data collected reflects the
experience of the residents in our municipality.
Motion Carried.
Continued...
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4. DELEGATION:
4.1 Poverty Reduction Strate2y & Transportation:
Lynne McCarron, Executive Director—United Way Cape Breton, provided a presentation
on Poverty Reduction Strategy & Transportation highlighting the following:
• Employment& Financial Security
• Food Security
• Housing Stability
Collaboration and Collective Impacts
o Phase 3 of the Pilot
• Building Stronger Communities
o Housing
o Food Security
o Employment& Financial Security
• Employment
• Pilot Data
• Linked Transport Summary Data
• Projected Outcomes for Phase 4
Vision
Support
Following the presentation,Ms. McCarron requested that a Committee of Council and staff
(community members and persons with lived experience) be created before next budget to
make a plan for our transit system moving forward.
Some of the issues discussed by Council included:
• Access to Transit
• Possibility of a Transportation Workshop
Serious conversations needed on funding for Transit
• Handi-Trans
• Transit Tax
Mayor McDougall thanked Lynne McCarron for the presentation.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Parsons, that staff be
directed to provide an Issue Paper on where the CBRM Transit System was when that
budget was reduced, where Transit is today, and how to move Transit forward.
Motion Carried.
It was agreed that the Special Council themed meeting for November would be on
Transportation.
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5. PLANNING ISSUES:
5.1 FINAL APPROVAL —PUBLIC HEARING: N/A
5.2 APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE: N/A
Mayor McDougall noted that there were no Planning Issues on the agenda and
acknowledged the hard work done by the Planning and Recreation Departments for their
involvement with CBRM Forward and Active Transportation consultations. She expressed
enthusiasm regarding the outcome of the processes.
6. BUSINESS ARISING:
6.1 Council Meeting—July 6, 2021:
a) Repeal of Provision of Tax Information Policy:
Jennifer Campbell, Chief Financial Officer, advised that the final reading of the T-300
Provision of Tax Information Bylaw was approved by Council on August 24h and will be
officially effective on September 15''. She stated that the final step is to repeal the now
redundant Provision of Tax Information Policy.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Paruch, to approve the
repeal of the Provision of Tax Information Policy.
Motion Carried.
6.2 Council Meeting—August 24, 2021:
a) Public Report: Citizen Appointments to Various Committees:
Deborah Campbell, Municipal Clerk, provided Council with a public report on the successful
candidates for the Port Board, Diversity Committee and Housing Authority Board, as follows:
• Port of Sydney Development Corporation Board of Directors (2-year term):
o Individual with a Professional Engineering Designation:
> David Deane
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BUSINESS ARISING-BUSINESS ARISING- Council Meeting—August 24,2021 -
Public Report: Citizen Appointments to Various Committees (Cont'd):
• CBRM Diversity Committee(2-year term):
o Representative from Cape Breton-Victoria Centre for Education
■ Marilyn Jones McNeil
o Representative from Cape Breton University
■ Cara Jones
• Cape Breton Island Housing Authority Board (3-year term commencing July 6,
2021):
o Ryan Brown
o Robert Harris
o Cheryl MacKinnon
For information only.
7. CORPORATE SERVICES ISSUES:
7.1 Request to Deem Property Surplus, Portion of PID 15061054 York
Street, Glace Bay (District 9):
Sheila Kolanko, Property Manager, reviewed her Issue Paper and advised that CBRM
received a letter of interest from the applicant and registered owner of 458 York Street,
Glace Bay asking CBRM to consider selling a portion of CBRM property lying adjacent
to the applicant's existing property as outlined in the September 14, 2021 Issue Paper.
Continued...
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CORPORATE SERVICES ISSUES - Request to Deem Property Surplus, Portion of
PID 15061054 York Street, Glace Bay(District 9) (Cont'd):
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Tracey, seconded by Councillor Edwards, to approve the staff
recommendation declaring only the subject property (portion of PID 15061054, as outlined
in red on Attachment "B" of the staff Issue Paper dated September 14, 2021), surplus to
the needs of the municipality and to be sold at market value to the applicant (heirs and
assigns) subject to the following conditions:
1. An Access Easement/Right-of-way across the property for the benefit of the CBRM for
the purpose of future maintenance of existing waterline infrastructure; and
2. Lot consolidation with the applicants existing property (PID 15403454)and compliance
with Land Use By-law and other applicable legislation and government regulations; and
3. All costs will be the responsibility of the applicant.
Discussion:
Council and staff discussed possible encroachments on former DEVCO properties in the
area, and it was noted by the Director of Engineering and Public Works that they would be
addressed individually as issues arise. He also noted that infrastructure is not affected by
encroachments.
Motion Carried.
ADDENDUM
7.2 REQUEST FOR NSP/BELL ALIANT EASEMENT - Hillier Avenue,
North Sydney(District 2) PID 15895915/15895923/15895931/15895949:
Sheila Kolanko, Property Manager, reviewed her Issue Paper dated September 14, 2021 in
the Agenda Addendum and advised that a request was received from Wade Gouthro
seeking an easement from CBRM for the benefit of Nova Scotia Power Incorporated(NSP)
and Bell Aliant for installation of power poles and lines across property currently owned
by CBRM, identified as PIDs 15895915, 15895923, 158985931 and 15895949.
Property Manager Kolanko advised that the final plan showing the exact location and
coordinates of the power poles will be provided to CBRM for final approval. Further, an
internal review determined staff supports the request and foresees no issue with providing
the required easement.
Continued...
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ADDENDUM CORPORATE SERVICES ISSUES (Cont'd) -REQUEST FOR NSP/BELL
ALIANT EASEMENT-Hillier Avenue,North Sydney(District 2) PID
15895915/15895923/15895931/15895949:
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor McMullin, seconded by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, to
authorize the Mayor and Clerk to execute an Easement Agreement for the installation of
power poles and/or lines on CBRM property identified as PID 15895915; 15895923;
15895931 and 15895949. All costs and fees associated with the said Easement shall be the
responsibility of the applicant.
Discussion:
Deputy Mayor MacMullin provided background information regarding the application and
advised that if the issue was held back pending a final plan, the developer/business owner
would be without power for at least another month.
Motion Carried.
8. COUNCILLOR AGENDA REQUESTS:
8.1 Provincial/Municipal Service Agreement, as it pertains to roads:
Councillor Steve Gillespie spoke to his request included in the agenda on the Provincial-
Municipal Service Exchange of 1994. He advised that the Province of Nova Scotia merged
the City of Sydney, former towns and the old County of Cape Breton into CBRM and
because the former County of Cape Breton was included by the province to be part of the
new CBRM, the Service Exchange/Agreement was used for services such as education,
corrections, social services, housing and specifically to this request road maintenance.
He advised that many Council districts have changed in size and population since this
agreement over 25 years ago, but according to former Councillors, MLAs and DOTIR
employees, the funding from the province for residential road maintenance has not
changed, has been reduced or is not considered a priority.
Councillor Gillespie explained that in meetings with the local DOTIR office, he was told
they are unable to do the work needed because of budgets and priorities dictated by the
province and that it leaves residential roads in terrible shape and not properly maintained
in all seasons. He indicated that other municipal units in Nova Scotia are treated differently
when it comes to snow removal contracts and road work.
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COUNCILLOR AGENDA REQUESTS -Provincial/Municipal Service Agreement,
as it pertains to roads
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gillespie, seconded by Councillor Parsons, that staff be directed to
prepare an Issue Paper on the Provincial / Municipal Service Agreement, as it pertains to
roads, with a recommendation to Council on how to proceed.
Discussion:
During discussion, Councillors shared their concerns and support on the issue.
Motion Carried.
Mayor McDougall echoed comments of Councillor Gillespie and noted the importance of
having these conversations in order to move the community forward.
8.2 Stakeholders meeting of CBRM field users:
Councillor Steve Gillespie reviewed his Memo and provided background information on
the issue. He indicated that over the past year he has heard from many parents, organizers,
coaches,volunteers,fellow Councillors,and users of CBRM maintained outdoor recreation
facilities such as baseball and soccer fields, tennis courts, skateboard parks and walking
tracks. He shared his opinion that CBRM should engage users and give them the
opportunity to express their concerns and ideas and for CBRM staff and management to
explain their plan for the future use of these facilities.
Councillor Gillespie advised that it is his understanding that some CBRM outdoor facilities
operate under a partnership with users while others do not, and maybe there is an
opportunity to use a Benchmarking Model for those partnerships and use it for other
facilities. Some outdoor facilities in CBRM have been either decommissioned or not
maintained, and maybe there is an opportunity to have stakeholders more involved in these
locations.
Kirk Durning, Manager of Recreation, advised that he agrees in terms of engaging
stakeholders, but believes that a Parks and Open Space and Sport Field Plan that works in
unison with the information that was identified in the Recreation Master Plan be
considered. The Master Plan provided an inventory that identified facilities that would be
essential non-essential or decommissioned in the future.
Mr. Durning advised that over the last number of months there have been requests for new
parks and renamings and presently there is no decision criteria or a renaming policy in the
municipal plan.
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COUNCILLOR AGENDA REQUESTS Stakeholders meeting of CBRM field users(Cont'd):
After discussion on the issue, the following motion was put forward.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gillespie, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, that staff be
directed to complete the following prior to calendar year-end:
• Obtain an up-to-date list of stakeholders
• Hold a workshop with Council and staff on the Recreation Master Plan
• Organize conversations with stakeholders on our move forward
• Prepare an Issue paper on how to move forward with a Parks and Open Space Plan
Motion Carried.
9. BY-LAWS & MOTIONS:
9.1 By-laws:
a) Second/Final Reading—Public Hearing: N/A
b) First Reading: N/A
11. Extended Absence of Councillor:
Demetri Kachafanas, QC, Regional Solicitor, advised that Councillor Darren
Bruckschwaiger is currently absent due to medical issues and will be required to miss a
number of Council meetings. Per Policy, Council will be required to pass a motion to allow
the extended leave.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Councillor Gillespie, that an extended absence
be granted to Councillor Darren Bruckschwaiger consistent with Section 17(4) of the
Municipal Government Act and the Council Remuneration Policy.
Motion Carried.
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11. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS: Jennifer Campbell, Chief Financial Officer
11.1 CBRM to July 31, 2021:
Discussion took place on the commitment of Provincial Government now that Nova Scotia
has a new Premier and the promise to double equalization transfers to the Municipality.
Mayor McDougall advised that there is a tentative meeting scheduled on Tuesday to have
the conversation regarding the issue.
For Information Only.
11.2 Port of Sydney Development Corporation to July 31, 2021:
For Information Only.
Councillor Gillespie raised a Point of Order and advised that he had purchased Tim
Horton's "Smile Cookies" for those in attendance and advised that all money raised from
the sales will be donated this year to Feed Nova Scotia.
12. Review of Action Items from the Meeting:
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall provided the action items below:
1. Transit/transportation to be reviewed at a themed meeting of Council in November.
2. Recreation Master Plan Workshop and potential Parks and Open Space Policy and
Usage Plan and community consultation.
3. Update on the Brier Bid as updates are made available.
The Chief Administrative Officer commented on the delay of the Phase 5 opening and
advised of the COVID protocols.
Meeting adiourned at 7:43 p.m.
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall Deborah Campbell Ryan
Municipal Clerk
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