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Council Meeting Minutes
Tuesday,
September 13, 2022
6:03 p.m.
Council Chambers
2nd Floor, City Hall
320 Esplanade, Sydney, NS
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall called the meeting to order.
Council: Mayor Amanda M. McDougall
Councillor Gordon MacDonald
Deputy Mayor Earlene MacMullin (left at 9:30 p.m.)
Councillor Cyril MacDonald
Councillor Steve Gillespie
Councillor Eldon MacDonald
Councillor Glenn Paruch
Councillor Steve Parsons
Councillor James Edwards
Councillor Ken Tracey
Councillor Darren Bruckschwaiger (left at 9:47 p.m.)
Councillor Darren O'Quinn
Councillor Lorne Green
Staff. John MacKinnon, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer
Jennifer Campbell, Chief Financial Officer
Deborah Campbell Ryan, Municipal Clerk
Demetri Kachafanas, KC, Regional Solicitor
Wayne MacDonald, Director of Engineering &Public Works
Michael Ruus, Director of Planning & Development
Deanna Evely, Director of Human Resources
Karen Neville, Senior Planner
Matt Viva, Manager of Wastewater
Robert Nearing, Manager Public Works East
Sharon MacSween, Senior Administrative Assistant
Angela Ross, Recording Secretary
Absent: N/A
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Summary of Decisions
Land Acknowledgement
A Moment of Silence was held to recognize the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth
II.
Roll Call
O' Canada
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion to approve the September 13, 2022, Council Agenda as circulated.
2. PROCLAMATIONS:
2.1 Maritime Kids Health Day:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 14,
2022, as "Maritime Kids Health Day" in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Carried.
2.2 Cape Breton Classic Cruisers Fall Classic Show & Shine Weekend:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 16d'
— 18d', 2022, as the "Cape Breton Classic Cruisers Fall Classic Show & Shine Weekend"
in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality. Carried.
2.3 Wrongful Conviction Day—2022:
Motion that Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council, proclaim Sunday, October 2nd
2022 as "Wrongful Conviction Day", to help raise awareness to work toward the
prevention of further wrongful convictions. Carried.
2.4 Medic Monday 2022:
Motion that Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council of the Cape Breton Regional
Municipality proclaim Monday, September 26, 2022, as MEDIC MONDAY in the
CBRM in appreciation for everything our paramedics do. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd)
PROCLAMATIONS (Cont'd):
2.5 Fire Prevention Week 2022:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim October 9h to
15'', 2022 as Fire Prevention Week throughout the Cape Breton Regional Municipality,
and to urge all the people of the CBRM to protect their homes and families by heeding
the important safety messages of Fire Prevention Week 2022, and to support the many
public safety activities and efforts of the Cape Breton Regional Fire and Emergency
Services and its members. Carried.
2.6 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month—September
2022:
Motion that CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim the month of
September, 2022 as FASD Awareness Month in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Carried.
3. DELEGATION:
3.1 Elizabeth Fry Society of Cape Breton:
Motion that staff be directed to prepare an Issue Paper for the next meeting of Council
outlining the steps Council can take to change the definition/categorization of
Correctional Facility in the CBRM Land Use Bylaw. Carried.
4. PLANNING ISSUES:
4.1 FINAL APPROVAL -Public Hearings:
a) Municipal Planning Strategy Request (Case 1087) — Dwayne
Fudge:
Motion for final approval of the amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS)
and Land Use Bylaw (LUB) to allow motorcycle inspections and repair at 1526 Keltic
Drive, Leitches Creek as outlined in the Staff Report dated September 2, 2022. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd)
PLANNING ISSUES-FINAL APPROVAL-Public Hearings (Cont'd):
b) Zone Amendment Application—Case 1088:
i. Request for Partial Street Closure - MacIsaac Street,
Sydney Mines (PID 15725591):
Motion for approval of the closure of that portion of the public street/right-of-way
identified as PID 15725591, MacIsaac Street, Sydney Mines, in Attachment A to the staff
Issue Paper dated September 2, 2022 and convey to the applicant for $1.00. Carried.
ii. 22-Unit Apartment Building at 224 Pitt Street, Svdnev
Mines (PID 15505282 & PID 15725591);
Motion for final approval of the zoning amendment to allow a 22-unit apartment building
on the property located on 224 Pitt Street, Sydney Mines (PID 15505282 and PID
15725591) as outlined in the staff Report dated September 2, 2022. Carried.
c) Zone Amendment Request (Case 1090) - Thomas Street, Svdnev
(PID 15082407):
Motion for final approval of the amendment to the Land Use Bylaw to allow the
development of a 3-unit apartment building on PID 15082407, located on Thomas Street
in Sydney, as outlined in the staff Report dated September 2, 2022. Carried.
d) Zone Amendment Request - Case 1091 - Mixed-Use Commercial
Development at PID 15046535 (1957 Kings Road, Howie Center):
Motion for final approval of the zone amendment for PID 15046535 from Rural CBRM
(RCB) to Rural CBRM-RB (RCB- RB) to allow a mixed-use commercial development
on property located at 1957 Kings Road, Howie Centre, as outlined in the staff report
dated September 2, 2022. Carried.
4.2 APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE: N/A
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd):
5. BUSINESS ARISING:
5.1 CBRM Council: July 12, 2022:
a) Request to Repeal the CBRM COVID-19 Mandatory
Vaccination Policy:
Motion to repeal the existing CBRM COVID-19 Vaccination Policy. Defeated.
6. CORPORATE SERVICE ISSUES:
6.1 Property Transfer to CBRM—Portion of PID 15468192, Thirteenth
Street, New Waterford:
Motion to authorize the acquisition of property by CBRM from Public Works
Government Services Canada (PWGSC) as identified as a portion of Lot IA, PID
15468192, shown outlined in blue on the plan attached to the staff Issue Paper dated
September 13'', 2022 at no cost to the Municipality. Carried.
6.2 Land Purchase—Future Louisbourg Wastewater Treatment Plant Site
Motion that staff be directed to proceed with the purchase of PIDs 15571532, 15458268,
15690795, and 15690803 for $80,000 plus legal fees which are estimated to be in the
range of$2,000 to $2,500. Carried.
6.3 Land Expropriation, Lot 2021-1, PID 15408867, Glace Bay Wastewater
Treatment Plant:
Motion that staff be directed to proceed with the expropriation of Lot 2021-1 from PID
415408867 in order to proceed with the construction of the Glace Bay Wastewater
Treatment Plant. Carried.
Continued...
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Summary of Decisions (Cont'd):
CORPORATE SERVICE ISSUES (Cont'd):
6.4 Central Library—Consultation Process:
Motion that the CBRM Community Consultation Coordinator be directed to move ahead
with a public consultation process, to be completed within a one-month timeline, to
engage the public on the two options for the Central Library as outlined in the Mayor's
Memo dated September 7, 2022 and allow opportunity for alternate sites to be suggested
and considered. Carried.
A Point of Privilege was raised by Councillor Gordon MacDonald to express his opinion
that the public in the Council Chambers Gallery should not be allowed an opportunity to
speak when not on the agenda.
Following Council discussion, it was agreed to adjourn the meeting and defer item 6.5 to
the next meeting of Council.
ADJOURNMENT
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Land Acknowledgement
A Moment of Silence was held to recognize the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth
II.
Mayor McDougall noted that a Book of Condolences has been made available at Centre
200 for those who want to pay their respects.
Roll Call
O' Canada
1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Parsons, seconded by Councillor Paruch, to approve the September
13, 2022, Council Agenda as circulated.
Motion Carried.
2. PROCLAMATIONS:
2.1 Maritime Kids Health Day:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Tracey, seconded by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, that CBRM
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim September 14, 2022, as "Maritime
Kids Health Day" in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Motion Carried.
2.2 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 16'h — 18'',
2022, 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 (Cont'd):
2.3 Wrongful Conviction Day—2022:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Cyril MacDonald, seconded by Deputy Mayor Earlene MacMullin,
that Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council, proclaim Sunday, October 2nd, 2022 as
"Wrongful Conviction Day", to help raise awareness to work toward the prevention of
further wrongful convictions.
Motion Carried.
2.4 Medic Monday 2022:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Eldon MacDonald,
that Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council of the Cape Breton Regional
Municipality proclaim Monday, September 26, 2022, as MEDIC MONDAY in the
CBRM in appreciation for everything our paramedics do.
Motion Carried.
2.5 Fire Prevention Week 2022:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Councillor O'Quinn, that CBRM Mayor
Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim October 9d' to 15d', 2022 as Fire
Prevention Week throughout the Cape Breton Regional Municipality, and to urge all the
people of the CBRM to protect their homes and families by heeding the important safety
messages of Fire Prevention Week 2022, and to support the many public safety activities
and efforts of the Cape Breton Regional Fire and Emergency Services and its members.
Motion Carried.
2.6 Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) Awareness Month—September
2022:
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, seconded by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, that
CBRM Mayor Amanda M. McDougall and Council proclaim the month of September,
2022 as FASD Awareness Month in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality.
Motion Carried.
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3. DELEGATION:
3.1 Elizabeth Fry Society of Cape Breton:
Darlene MacEachern, Executive Director, reviewed the presentation in the agenda
package and provided an overview of the Elizabeth Fry Society.
Julie Kendall, Associate Executive Director, discussed the Capacity Building
through Programs and Services that the Elizabeth Fry Society provides.
Alison Aho, Vice President of the Board of Directors, and criminal defense lawyer,
discussed what the Society is hoping to achieve in regards to the Municipal Planning
Strategy (MPS). She advised that the Society is looking to purchase a building that is
convenient and connected to the community to offer more housing options for their
clients. She discussed the significant housing challenges and the current zoning
regulations which significantly limit the areas in the Cape Breton Regional Municipality
in which a house like this can operate.
Alison Aho advised that the Director of Planning and Development indicated that the
Satellite Apartment Program meets the designation of a correctional dwelling which
precludes the Society from operating a home in downtown Sydney. They are asking that
the definition of correctional dwelling be altered or expand the zone in which they are
permitted. Correctional dwellings should be allowed in the downtown central business
district zone as it is important for clients to be central to services and to protect the rights
of their clients. She added that support letters have been submitted regarding amending
the MPS to change the definition for designation to address how the Satellite Apartment
Program has a home atmosphere including its social function and as a stepping stone for
community reintegration while providing accommodations and to help rehabilitate a
specific population. The Society is not a government organization and is a non-for-profit
charity.
After the presentation, the Director of Planning and Development advised that his
department has been in contact with the Elizabeth Fry Society for over a year. The
current zoning classification does not permit a correctional dwelling unit in downtown.
The options provided were to proceed with a zone amendment or challenge the decision
by an appeal. With only months away from new Land Use Bylaw and Municipal
Planning Strategy, staff advised the Elizabeth Fry Society to discuss with Dillon to
consider the request in the CBRM Forward project as timelines would conflict. He also
clarified that the men's facility located in the downtown Sydney, preexisted the current
Bylaw.
Continued...
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DELEGATION-Elizabeth Fry Society of Cape Breton (Cont'd):
Discussion continued regarding moving forward and how to challenge the Society's
classification as a correctional facility under the Land Use By-law. The following motion
was then put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Deputy Mayor MacMullin, seconded by Councillor Paruch, that staff be
directed to prepare an Issue Paper for the next meeting of Council outlining the steps
Council can take to change the definition/categorization of Correctional Facility in the
CBRM Land Use Bylaw.
Discussion:
Following discussion on the issue, the Mayor called for the vote.
Motion Carried.
Mayor McDougall thanked the representatives for their presentation.
4. PLANNING ISSUES:
4.1 FINAL APPROVAL -Public Hearings:
a) Municipal Planning Strategy Request (Case 1087) — Dwayne
Fudge:
Karen Neville, Senior Planner, provided an overview of the request outlined in her Report
which was included in the agenda package and recommended Council consider this
application as part of CBRM Forward. However, if Council wishes to proceed with the
applicant's request, a motion should be passed to adopt the Amending By-laws found in
the attachments D and E of her report.
Public Hearing:
The Mayor asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against the amendment.
Don Burt of Beechmont, a motorcyclist, spoke in support of the amendment. He
explained that the business was allowed in the old facility and should be with this new
facility.
John Allen MacInnis, of Keltic Drive, spoke against the amendment, raising concerns
with respect to the environment and property values. He is asking Mayor and Council
to vote to keep his community residential.
Robert Ball, area resident, spoke in support of the amendment and noted that Council
should support local business. He indicated that he does not hear noise from the area
currently and noted that the prior business had much more noise. Continued...
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PLANNING ISSUES-FINAL APPROVAL-Public Hearings-Municipal Planning
Strategy Request(Case 1087)—Dwayne Fudge (Cont'd):
Tom Kummer, small business owner in Mira, spoke in support of the amendment. He
appreciates people who start businesses in the Municipality.
After Council discussion, the following motion was put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Cyril MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Green, final approval of
the amendments to the Municipal Planning Strategy (MPS) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB)
to allow motorcycle inspections and repair at 1526 Keltic Drive, Leitches Creek as
outlined in the Staff Report dated September 2, 2022.
Discussion:
Following discussion on the issue, the Mayor called for the vote.
Motion Carried.
b) Zone Amendment Application—Case 1088:
i. Request for Partial Street Closure - MacIsaac Street,
Sydney Mines (PID 15725591):
Karen Neville, Senior Planner, provided an overview of the staff Issue Paper included in
the agenda package. She advised that there are two Public Hearings associated with the
application, and therefore two separate motions are required. She noted that the Planning
and Development Department did not receive any comments related to either request
prior to the meeting.
Karen Neville advised that the staff recommendation is for Council to approve the closure
of a portion of the public street/right of way identified as PID 15725591 as shown on
Attachment A and to convey to the applicant for a dollar and to adopt the Amending
Bylaw found in attachment E of the Issue Paper dated September 2, 2022.
Public Hearing - Street Closure:
The Mayor asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against the Street Closure,
seeing that there was no one, the following motion was put forward.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, seconded by Deputy Mayor MacMullin,
approval of the closure of that portion of the public street/right-of-way identified as PID
15725591, MacIsaac Street, Sydney Mines, in Attachment A to the staff Issue Paper
dated September 2, 2022, and convey to the applicant for $1.00.
Motion Carried.
Continued...
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PLANNING ISSUES-FINAL APPROVAL (Cont'd):
ii. 22-Unit Apartment Building at 224 Pitt Street, Svdnev
Mines (PID 15505282 & PID 15725591):
Public Hearing—Zone Amendment:
The Mayor asked if there was anyone present to speak for or against the Zone
Amendment, seeing that there was no one, the following motion was put forward.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, seconded by Deputy Mayor Earlene
MacMullin, final approval of the zoning amendment to allow a 22-unit apartment
building on the property located on 224 Pitt Street, Sydney Mines (PID 15505282 and
PID 15725591) as outlined in the staff Report dated September 2, 2022.
Motion Carried.
c) Zone Amendment Request (Case 1090) - Thomas Street, Sydney
(PID 15082407):
Karen Neville, Senior Planner, provided an overview of the zone amendment request
included in the agenda package and recommended that Council adopt the Amending
Bylaw found in Attachment F of the Issue Paper dated September 2, 2022.
The Senior Planner advised that a written comment was received after the Issue Paper
was prepared and prior to the deadline, and it was circulated to Council. The comments
received were not supportive of the zone amendment request and concerns were in regard
to on street parking and property tax.
Karen Neville advised that a submission was received after the deadline and she provided
an overview of the questions and comments received that included property tax, on street
parking, storm drains and catch basins. She advised that concerns regarding drains and
catch basins will be passed on to Public Works for their consideration and will be verified
for compliance with the Land Use Bylaws and building codes as well as reviewed by
Building Officials and the Development Officer upon application for a building and
development permit.
Public Hearing:
Charlene Humbey spoke against the application and shared her concerns regarding on-
street parking.
The applicant and property owner, Ray Embree, advised that there will be enough
parking for the residents of the property and that the property will meet all requirements
by CBRM.
Continued...
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PLANNING ISSUES - FINAL APPROVAL - Zone Amendment Request (Case 1090) -
Thomas Street, Sydney(PID 15082407 (Cont'd):
Madonna O'Connell spoke against the application and shared her concerns regarding on-
street parking.
Ray Embree once again addressed the parking concerns and reassured those concerned
that there will be enough parking for his tenants.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone else wishing to speak, seeing there was no one,
Mayor McDougall then proceeded with Council discussion.
Following Council discussion, the following motion was put forward.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Paruch, final approval
of the amendment to the Land Use Bylaw to allow the development of a 3-unit apartment
building on PID 15082407, located on Thomas Street in Sydney, as outlined in the staff
Report dated September 2, 2022.
Motion Carried.
d) Zone Amendment Request - Case 1091 - Mixed-Use Commercial
Development at PID 15046535 (1957 Kings Road, Howie Center):
Karen Neville, Senior Planner, provided an overview of the request outlined in the staff
Issue Paper included in the agenda package and recommended Council approve the
amending bylaw and the zoning for PID 15046535 from Rural CRM RFCB to Rural
CBRM RB (RCB- RB)
Senior Planner Neville advised that at the time the Issue Paper was submitted, no
comments were received by the Planning and Development Department, however two
submissions were received by the deadline date which were circulated to Council for their
consideration. She discussed the submissions and provided details on the suggestions for
an additional turning lane and concerns related to groundwater, signage, and access to the
orchard.
Public Hearing:
Jennifer Dunford spoke against the application and shared her concerns regarding
increase in traffic, noise, signage as well as the environment.
Walter McPhail spoke against the application and shared his concerns regarding alcohol
usage while driving because of the lack of public transportation in the area. He also
shared his concerns for adequate resources for septic and wells.
Continued...
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PLANNING ISSUES - FINAL APPROVAL - Zone Amendment Request - Case 1091 - Mixed-
Use Commercial Development at PID 15046535 (1957 Kings Road,Howie Center) (Cont'd):
Christopher Mertinitz, Project Manager, advised that they do take the concerns seriously
and explained that they are following all guidelines. He advised that the beer made in the
brewery will be primarily served in the onsite restaurant.
Eden Dunford shared her concerns regarding underage drinking, removal of beer cans
and the treatment of animals.
Christopher Mertinitz reassured Council that there would be no alcohol suppled to minors
and addressed her concerns about the treatment of animals.
Walter MacPhail shared his knowledge of the low water levels of Hampton Estates.
Following Council discussion, the following motion was put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Paruch, final approval
of the zone amendment for PID 15046535 from Rural CBRM (RCB) to Rural CBRM-RB
(RCB- RB) to allow a mixed-use commercial development on property located at 1957
Kings Road, Howie Centre, as outlined in the staff report dated September 2, 2022.
Motion Carried.
4.2 APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE: N/A
At this point in the meeting, Council agreed to continue the meeting past 9:00 p.m.
5. BUSINESS ARISING:
5.1 CBRM Council: July 12, 2022:
a) Request to Repeal the CBRM COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination
Policy:
Deanna Evely, Director of Human Resources, reviewed the Issue Paper included in the
agenda package and provided Council the following three options for consideration:
1. Repeal existing CBRM Covid-19 Vaccination Policy
2. Maintain existing CBRM Covid-19 Vaccination Policy
3. Review the Policy in one year (or other time period deemed suitable by Council)
to determine if any changes are required.
Continued...
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BUSINESS ARISING-CBRM Council: July 12,2022-Request to Repeal the CBRM
COVID-19 Mandatory Vaccination Policy(Cont'd):
After discussion, the following motion was put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Gordon MacDonald, seconded by Councillor Green, to repeal the
existing CBRM Covid-19 Vaccination Policy.
Discussion:
During discussion, Councillors shared their views on the issue which included the
following:
• Currently there are only roughly 5 employees that did not adhere to the Policy
• CBRM allowed to ask for proof of vaccination
• Obligation to employees are different than to prospective employees
• Amount of protection provided by the Vaccination
Following discussion on the issue, the Mayor called for the vote.
Motion Defeated.
Mayor McDougall explained that the Policy will remain as is and can be brought back at
any time.
6. CORPORATE SERVICE ISSUES:
6.1 Property Transfer to CBRM—Portion of PID 15468192,
Thirteenth Street, New Waterford:
Robert Nearing, Manager Public Works East, reviewed the Issue Paper included in the
agenda package and recommended Council pass a motion to authorize the acquisition of
property by CBRM from Public Works Government Services Canada (PWGSC) as
identified as a portion of Lot IA, PID 15468192.
Motion:
Moved by Councillor O'Quinn, seconded by Councillor Parsons, to authorize the
acquisition of property by CBRM from Public Works Government Services Canada
(PWGSC) as identified as a portion of Lot IA, PID 15468192, shown outlined in blue on
the plan attached to the staff Issue Paper dated September 13'', 2022 at no cost to the
Municipality.
Motion Carried.
Continued...
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CORPORATE SERVICE ISSUES (Cont'd):
6.2 Land Purchase—Future Louisbour2 Wastewater Treatment Plant
Site:
Matt Viva, Manager, Wastewater Operations, reviewed the Issue Paper included in the
agenda package and recommended Council direct staff to proceed with the purchase of
PIDs 15571532, 15458268, 15690795, and 15690803 for $80,000 plus legal fees which
are estimated to be in the range of$2,000 to $2,500.
After discussion, the following motion was put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Edwards, seconded by Councillor Gillespie, that staff be directed to
proceed with the purchase of PIDs 15571532, 15458268, 15690795, and 15690803 for
$80,000 plus legal fees which are estimated to be in the range of$2,000 to $2,500.
Discussion:
Following discussion on the issue, the Mayor called for the vote.
Motion Carried.
6.3 Land Expropriation, Lot 2021-1, PID 15408867, Glace Bay
Wastewater Treatment Plant:
Demetri Kachafanas, KC, Regional Solicitor, reviewed the Issue Paper in the agenda and
recommended that Council direct staff to proceed with the expropriation of Lot 2021-1
from PID 415408867 in order to proceed with the construction of the Glace Bay
Wastewater Treatment Plant.
After discussion, the following motion was put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Tracey, seconded by Councillor Eldon MacDonald, that staff be
directed to proceed with the expropriation of Lot 2021-1 from PID 415408867 in order to
proceed with the construction of the Glace Bay Wastewater Treatment Plant.
Discussion:
Following discussion on the issue, the Mayor called for the vote.
Motion Carried.
Continued...
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CORPORATE SERVICE ISSUES (Cont'd):
6.4 Central Library—Consultation Process:
Mayor McDougall reviewed the Memo in the agenda and suggested CBRM move ahead
with a public consultation process to engage the public on two options, namely
McConnell site to be considered for renovation and 70 Crescent Street, Sydney, and
allow opportunity for alternate sites to be suggested and considered. Mayor McDougall
advised that if approved by Council, Mike Targett, Community Consultation Coordinator
in the Mayor's Office, could be directed to facilitate this request.
During Council discussion, some of the items raised included the following:
• The public consultation process and possibility of other sites being proposed
• Renovations of the current library facility and the courthouse
• Whether or not the Federal Government would turn the courthouse property over to CBRM
• Acquiring a report on the courthouse building and confirmation of the information
on the building before consultation
• A letter from the federal government
Mayor McDougall advised that Mr. Pat Bates and Lisa Mulak were in the gallery and
although not normal practice, Council agreed to allow them to address Council.
Mr. Pat Bates shared his views on the topic and asked that the Committee meet to
discuss the two options and the budget.
In response to a question, Lisa Mulak shared her views on the two locations and in her
opinion a new location would work best as both current options would require
expansions.
Mayor McDougall advised that if Council wants to move forward with public
consultation, that would have to be developed and approved by Council.
After discussion, the following motion was put forward:
Motion:
Moved by Councillor Green, seconded by Councillor Tracey, that the CBRM Community
Consultation Coordinator be directed to move ahead with a public consultation process,
to be completed within a one-month timeline, to engage the public on the two options for
the Central Library as outlined in the Mayor's Memo dated September 7, 2022, and allow
opportunity for alternate sites to be suggested and considered.
Discussion:
Following discussion on the issue, the Mayor called for the vote.
Motion Carried.
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A Point of Privilege was raised by Councillor Gordon MacDonald to express his opinion
that the public in the Council Chambers Gallery should not be allowed an opportunity to
speak.
Following Council discussion, it was agreed to adjourn the meeting and defer item 6.5 to
the next meeting of Council.
The meeting adjourned at 10:45 p.m.
Mayor Amanda M. McDougall Deborah Campbell Ryan
Municipal Clerk
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