Wharton public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting

The council will hold first readings for two rezoning bylaws: 19 McCully Lane from Agriculture to Commercial Recreation, and 1370 Southampton Road from Country Residential to Rural Industrial with added office use and a buffer. Several policy updates are up for approval, including expense reimbursement, grants, tax reduction, and safety lights. Council will also consider appointing a councillor to the physician recruitment committee, and discuss reports on food truck regulation and fines for unsightly premises.

• First reading to rezone 19 McCully Lane (PID 25189911), Wards Brook from Agriculture (AG) to Commercial Recreation (CRec) zone and schedule a public hearing
• First reading to rezone 1370 Southampton Rd (PID 25394958), West Amherst from Country Residential (RCou) to Rural Industrial (IRur) zone, add office as permitted use, and create a 10m buffer
• Approval of Expense Reimbursement Policy 24-04, repealing previous policy 21-03
• Approval of amended Grants Policy 15-11, Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy 19-03, and Policy Respecting Safety Lights 18-13
• Council requests a report on feasibility of a food truck bylaw in Springhill and a report on fines for repeat unsightly premises violations

Council approved first readings for two rezoning by-laws, scheduling public hearings for both. It also approved several policy updates, including a new expense reimbursement policy, and requested staff reports on food truck regulation and fines for unsightly premises.

• Approved first reading to rezone 19 McCully Lane, Wards Brook from Agriculture to Commercial Recreation (carried)
• Approved first reading to rezone 1370 Southampton Rd, West Amherst from Country Residential to Rural Industrial, adding office use and 10m buffer (carried)
• Approved Expense Reimbursement Policy 24-04, effective Nov 13, 2024, repealing Policy 21-03 (carried)
• Approved amended Grants Policy 15-11 (carried)
• Approved amended Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy Schedule A (carried)
• Approved amended Policy Respecting Safety Lights 18-13 (carried)
• Appointed Councillor Redmond to Physician, Recruitment & Retention Committee (carried)
• Requested staff report on food truck by-law feasibility (carried, 1 nay)

COW

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several policy amendments for recommendation to Council. Discussions include changes to tax reduction, safety lights, and grants policies, as well as a potential appointment to the Accessibility Advisory Committee.

• Amendment to Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy
• Amendment to Policy Respecting Safety Lights 18-13
• Changes to Recreational Residential Zone presentation
• Draft amendments to the Grants Policy
• Appointment of Christie Blackie to the Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Committee of the Whole forwarded several amended policies and an appointment to the December 18 Regular Council meeting for final approval. These include the Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy, the Safety Lights Policy, the Grants Policy (excluding section 8), and the appointment of Christie Blackie to the Accessibility Advisory Committee. Staff were directed to prepare draft LUB amendments for undersized lots for January meetings. No final decisions were made; all items are recommendations to Council.

• Forwarded amended Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy to Dec. 18 Council (carried)
• Forwarded amended Safety Lights Policy 18-13 to Dec. 18 Council (carried)
• Directed staff to draft LUB amendments for undersized lots for January meetings (carried)
• Forwarded amended Grants Policy (excluding section 8) to Dec. 18 Council (carried)
• Forwarded appointment of Christie Blackie to Accessibility Advisory Committee to Dec. 18 Council (carried)

Audit Committee

The Audit and Financial Sustainability Committee will meet to elect its leadership and review its Terms of Reference. The body will also discuss the budget process and review financial reports for the 2024-2025 period.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson
• Review of Audit Committee Terms of Reference
• Discussion of the Budget Process
• Overview of the 2024-2025 Budget Report
• Review of General Operating and Water Utility expenditure reporting as of September 30, 2024

The Audit Committee met on December 10, 2024, and approved the agenda and minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting. Mayor Gilroy was nominated as Chair and Councillor Redmond as Vice Chair. The committee reviewed the 2024-2025 operating and capital budget report and the second quarter financial statements, but no substantive decisions were made beyond these procedural approvals and nominations.

• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved minutes of October 2, 2024 meeting
• Nominated Mayor Gilroy as Chair
• Nominated Councillor Redmond as Vice Chair

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing and second reading for a bylaw to rezone PID 25150665 at 11339 Hwy 6, South Pugwash from Agriculture to Rural Industrial. Other business includes adopting a mandatory provincial code of conduct for elected officials, awarding a contract for a Parrsboro wellfield generator to Seacrest Electric Ltd., approving a fire protection agreement with the Town of Amherst, and selecting priority projects for provincial infrastructure funding. Routine items include committee appointments and conference attendance.

• Public hearing and second reading for rezoning of 11339 Hwy 6, South Pugwash from AG to IRur zone (By-law 24-15)
• Adoption of provincial model code of conduct for municipal elected officials (regulatory deadline Dec 19, 2024)
• Award of RFP-MCC-2427 Parrsboro Wellfield Emergency Standby Generator to Seacrest Electric Ltd.
• Approval of fire protection services agreement with Town of Amherst
• Application to provincial GRID program: Springhill Wastewater Treatment Plant Screening Equipment Upgrade (first priority) and Service Centre Office Entrance Improvements (second priority)

COW

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative policies and project awards to forward to the regular Council meeting. Key discussions include infrastructure priorities for provincial funding and updates to zoning restrictions.

• Award of RFP-MCC-2427 for Parrsboro Wellfield Emergency Standby Generator to Seacrest Electric Ltd.
• Proposed infrastructure priorities for the Growth and Renewal for Infrastructure Development program: Springhill Wastewater Treatment Plant Screening Equipment Upgrade and Springhill Service Centre Office Entrance Improvements
• Adoption of the Code of Conduct for Municipal Elected Officials Regulations
• Proposed Expense Reimbursement Policy 24-04 and repeal of Policy 21-03
• Appointment of Celina Kinnear to the Accessibility Advisory Committee

In Camera

This is a closed (in camera) meeting of Wharton, Nova Scotia. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no substantive public items. No decisions or discussions are listed for public review.

Special Council Meeting

The Special Council Meeting will focus on the administration of oaths to the newly elected Mayor and Councillors. The agenda includes the election results memo and a territorial acknowledgement. No other substantive decisions are listed.

• Oaths of office for Mayor Rod Gilroy and Councillors
• Election Results 2024 information memo
• Territorial acknowledgement for Mi'kma'ki

Special Council Meeting

The Council is meeting to approve updated policies regarding social media, video surveillance, and personnel. The session includes the appointment of members to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee and the approval of 2023-24 audited financial statements.

• Approval of Audited Financial Statements for fiscal year ended March 31, 2024
• Approval of amended Social Media Policy 16-01 and Video Surveillance Policy 08-03
• Approval of new Personnel Policy and repeal of policies 19-02, 18-16, 18-14, and 18-01
• Appointment of Tammy Drew, Rachel Smith, Richie Wilcox, Michelle Parsons, and Jane Grady to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee
• Intermunicipal Sanitary Sewer Agreement with the Town of Amherst

Audit Committee

The Audit and Financial Sustainability Committee is reviewing draft consolidated and non-consolidated financial statements for the year ended March 31, 2024. The committee will consider forwarding these statements to a Special Council meeting on October 2, 2024.

• Review of draft Non-Consolidated Financial Statements for year ended March 31, 2024
• Review of 2024 Audit Findings letter
• Review of 2024 Management Letter
• Review of draft Consolidated Financial Statements for year ended March 31, 2024
• Information regarding prior year MLP removal

In Camera

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COW

The Committee of the Whole (COW) will meet to approve the agenda and minutes, receive a presentation on the Community Solar Program, and advance three amended policies—Social Media Policy 16-01, Video Surveillance Policy 08-03, and Personnel Policy—to a future Council meeting for approval. The meeting will also include updates from multiple departments and committees, including equity and diversity initiatives.

• Forward Social Media Policy 16-01 to future Council meeting for approval
• Forward Video Surveillance Policy 08-03 to future Council meeting for approval
• Forward Personnel Policy and repeal four existing policies to future Council meeting for approval
• Presentation on Community Solar Program Project by AREA
• Appointment of five members to the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land-use by-law amendments and rezoning applications. The meeting includes public hearings for housing and commercial developments and a proposal to designate lands for a protected wilderness area.

• Proposed rezoning of 19 McCully Lane from Agriculture to Commercial Recreation
• Proposed rezoning of 11339 Highway 6 from Agriculture to Rural Industrial
• Designation of nine PIDs to form the Swan Creek Protected Wilderness Area
• Public hearing and second reading for Shaw Rural Housing Development Agreement in Springhill
• Proposed rezoning of Burns Dr. from Highway Commercial to General Commercial to allow medical offices

Special Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land-use by-law amendments and rezoning requests. The meeting includes first and second readings for property re-designations and an update to the water leak adjustment policy.

• First Reading of By-law 24-12 to rezone multiple PIDs at Mechanic, Elm & Crossin Street from Lower Density Residential to Multi-Unit Residential
• First Reading of the Shaw Rural Housing Development Agreement in Springhill
• First Reading of By-law 24-13 to rezone portions of PIDs 25072455 & 25359803 to General Commercial to allow medical offices
• Second Reading of By-laws 24-08 and 24-09 to re-designate and rezone a portion of PID 25044124 in West Amherst
• Proposed amendments to Water Leak Adjustment Policy 23-05 retroactive to December 20, 2023

Special Council Meeting

Wharton (Nova Scotia) Council meets to decide on a major land transfer to Sunset Community Inc. worth $8,566,065 and to hold public hearings on three zoning amendments. The meeting also includes second readings for four land-use bylaws, policy amendments for ice-related activities, and contract awards for municipal equipment and upgrades.

• Approve $8.57M land transfer to Sunset Community Inc. with liability assumption
• Public hearings on rezoning PID 25044124 (West Amherst), commercial development districts, and Sunset land transfer
• Second readings for four zoning amendments (PIDs 25184144, 25510272, 25331612, 25115965)
• Award plow truck contract for $390,551.97 and UV disinfection upgrade for $141,516.31
• Approve Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee Terms of Reference

In Camera

The agenda for the Wharton, Nova Scotia In Camera meeting on 2024-08-14 contains no listed items. It appears to be a procedural placeholder.

Special Council Meeting

Wharton Council will hold a special session to decide on multiple zoning amendments, policy updates, and a grant request. The meeting includes second readings of an omnibus repeal bylaw and amendments to conflict of interest, condolences, and flag policies. Council will also discuss rezoning requests for properties on Highway 307, Fox Point Road, and Highway 366, as well as a commercial development district designation.

• Second reading of Omnibus Repeal 2024 By-law 24-07
• Amendments to Conflict of Interest Policy 15-06, Condolences Policy 10-11, and Flag Policy 18-18
• Public hearings for rezoning PID 25184144 (Hwy 307), PID 25510272 & 25331612 (496 Fox Point Rd.), and PID 25115965 (8252 Hwy 366)
• First reading of rezoning PID 25044124 (Nappan) from Industrial to Commercial Recreation
• Approval of $8,000 grant to Amherst Golf Club and $4,000 to Heritage Models Association

Special COW

The Special Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed amendments to policies regarding ice arena helmet use and ice allocation. The body is also discussing the Terms of Reference for the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee.

• Amendment to Ice Related Activities Protective Helmet Policy 16-09
• Amendment to Ice Allocation Policy 20-06
• Terms of Reference for the Equity and Diversity Advisory Committee

Council Meeting

The Municipality of the County of Cumberland Council is reviewing five property rezoning requests that would change agricultural land to commercial or residential zones. The agenda also covers approval of a draft illegal dumping policy, an omnibus repeal by-law, and several administrative appointments. These items affect local land use classifications, waste management enforcement, and municipal operations.

• Second reading to rezone Kolbec Rd., Port Howe (PIDs 25144031 & 25143215) from Agricultural to Commercial Recreation.
• First reading to rezone 2019 Hwy 307, Russell; 496 Fox Point Rd., Parrsboro; and 2852 Hwy 366, Linden from Agricultural to Country Residential or Commercial zones.
• Approval of draft Illegal Dumping Policy 24-03 and first reading of Omnibus Repeal 2024 By-law.
• Award of RFP-MCC-2413 for roll-off dumpsters to Miller Waste Systems for Advocate, Pugwash, and River Hebert transfer stations.
• Disbursement of up to $20,000 from the River Philip Foundation to the Centennial Golf Club and $10,000 from Pugwash Baptist Church to Six Rivers Hope Centre Ministries.

In Camera

The Wharton municipal council is scheduled to meet in camera on June 19, 2024. In-camera sessions are closed to the public and typically cover sensitive administrative or legal matters. The provided agenda text contains only placeholder fields and does not list specific topics, votes, or decisions.

• No public agenda items, rezonings, contracts, or fee changes are listed in the source document.

COW

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several land use amendments and a petition regarding glyphosate-based herbicide spraying. Members are also considering policy updates for illegal dumping and potential fund disbursements from community foundations.

• Rezoning of PID 25144031 & 25143215 on Kolbec Rd., Port Howe
• Rezoning of PID 25478355 at 11175 Highway 6, Pugwash
• Petition regarding aerial spraying of glyphosate-based herbicides
• Draft Illegal Dumping Policy review
• Request to disburse up to $20,000 from River Philip Foundation to Centennial Golf Club

Special Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing a second reading of a bylaw to rezone PID 25478355 at 11175 Highway 6. The proposal includes a text amendment to allow the operation of a Propane Fueling Facility within the Rural Industrial Zone.

• Second reading of amendment to rezone PID 25478355 from Agricultural (AG) to Rural Industrial (IRur)
• First reading of text amendment to Section 11.3.2 to permit a Propane Fueling Facility
• Amendment to add Propane Fueling Facility to Section 14 Definitions of the Land Use Bylaw

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land use amendments and potential demolition orders for various properties. Additionally, they are considering the approval of annual organizational grants totaling $837,818.66.

• Demolition Order: 3344 Hwy 302, Maccan (Garage only)
• Demolition Order: 191 McGee St., Springhill
• Demolition Order: 219 King St., Parrsboro
• Rezoning: Kolbec Rd., Port Howe from Agricultural to Commercial Recreation
• Rezoning: 11175 Highway 6, Pugwash from Agricultural to Rural Industrial

In Camera

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In Camera

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COW

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a request for the municipality to receive up to $20,000 from the River Philip Foundation. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Beaubassin Historic Site and discussions regarding provincial capital assistance projects.

• Request for Municipality to receive up to $20,000 from River Philip Foundation
• Selection of Parrsboro Wellfield Generator project for Provincial Capital Assistance Program
• Presentation on the vision for Beaubassin Historic Site at Fort Lawrence
• Update on correspondence from Pictou regarding coastal protection

Special Council Meeting

The Council is meeting to discuss the 2024/2025 budget and updates to tax and fee policies. They will also consider a public hearing regarding a demolition order for a property in Pugwash.

• Demolition Order for 89 Water St., Pugwash, NS
• Amended Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy
• Amended Fees Policy
• Budget 2024/2025 Approval
• Appointment of McIsaac Darragh Chartered Professional Accountants as external auditors

Special COW

The Special Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposed changes to the municipal fees policy. Council is asked to forward the amended policy to the Final Budget Meeting.

• Amended Fees Policy (Policy 18-12)

Council Meeting

The council will review public hearing requests for land use amendments and a demolition order in Springhill and Parrsboro. They will also vote on appointing a returning officer for the 2024 election and awarding paving tenders.

• Paving contract award to Dexter Construction Company Ltd for $1,551,798.70
• Rezoning public hearing for 189 Main St., Springhill
• Rezoning public hearing for 121 Main St., Parrsboro
• Demolition order for 123 Junction Rd., Springhill
• Appointment of Cathy Coon as Returning Officer for the 2024 election

In Camera

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COW

The Committee of the Whole will review a presentation regarding the proposed Blueberry Acres Wind Energy Project. The agenda also includes discussions on draft amendments to the 2025-2026 Grants Policy and a proposal to reschedule the May 2024 Council meeting. Various departmental monthly reports are included for review.

• Presentation on proposed Blueberry Acres Wind Energy Project
• Draft amendments to the 2025-2026 Grants Policy
• Proposal to reschedule the May 2024 Council meeting
• Cumberland Public Libraries March financial results

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land use amendments for Pugwash, Springhill, and Parrsboro. They are also considering insurance service awards, a new asset management policy, and administrative preparations for the 2024 election.

• Demolition Order for 87 Mechanic Street, Springhill
• Rezoning of 189 Main Street, Springhill to Multi-Unit Residential
• Rezoning of 121 Main St, Parrsboro to Mixed Use
• Insurance award: $352,623 to Arthur J. Gallagher and $427,856 to BFL Canada
• 2024 Election advance polling period: October 10 to October 19

In Camera

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COW

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several policy drafts and administrative items to forward to the regular Council meeting. Key discussions include preparations for the 2024 election and updates to signage guidelines and fee policies.

• Setting 2024 advance polling dates from October 10 to October 19
• Establishing a $200 candidate deposit fee for the 2024 election
• Reviewing the draft Commercial Development Support By-Law
• Amending the Fees Policy to include free equipment loans for non-profit organizations
• Ratifying Ronald Alan Webb's appointment to the Cumberland Senior Care Corporation Board

In Camera

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Special COW

The Special Committee of the Whole is reviewing requests for early approval of capital projects ahead of the 2024/25 budget. The proposed items include water line replacement and road paving in Parrsboro and Springhill.

• Parrsboro Waterline Replacement ($1,641,333)
• Springhill Princess St Rebuild ($1,131,307)
• Springhill Capital Paving ($1,126,591)
• Parrsboro Capital Paving ($444,113)

Council Meeting

The Council is considering several early approval capital projects for waterlines and road rebuilding. They are also reviewing a development agreement for Sunrise Landing, a rezoning request for 60 Elm Street, and updates to low-income tax exemption policies.

• Sunrise Landing Project Development Agreement second reading
• Rezoning of 60 Elm Street from Parks and Open Space to Multi-unit Residential
• Low Income Tax Exemption Policy update with income cut-off of $35,776
• Parrsboro Waterline Replacement: $1,641,333
• Springhill Princess St Rebuild: $1,131,307

In Camera

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COW

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COW

The Committee is reviewing several municipal policies including low income tax exemptions and grant procedures. Discussions also include public hearings for the Sunrise Landing project and a proposed rezoning near Robertson Ave.

• Public Hearing: Sunrise Landing Project Development Agreement (PID 25517459)
• Public Hearing: Proposed Rezoning for Lands Adjacent to Robertson Ave (PID 25228214)
• Low Income Tax Exemption Policy update with income cut-off of $35,776
• Proposed tax exemption for properties owned by Sunset Community Inc.
• Review of Public Highway Signage Guidelines

In Camera

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Special Council Meeting

The Council is meeting to discuss the second reading of a development agreement for the Higgins Mountain Wind Energy Project by Elemental Energy. This item involves several property identifiers and includes various project documents such as a community benefits plan and a complaint resolution plan.

• Second Reading of Higgins Mountain Wind Energy Project Development Agreement - Elemental Energy

Council Meeting

The Council is reviewing several land sale proposals in Springhill and a rezoning request for New Prospect. They are also addressing municipal election appointments and the cancellation of a previous fire station Request for Proposals due to budget concerns.

• Demolition Order for 64 Taylor Road, River Hebert
• Rezoning of PID 25477431 from Rural Resource to Rural Industrial in New Prospect
• Sale of Robertson Ave, Springhill to Shaw Living Retail Limited for $42,000 plus HST
• Sale of 53 Junction Road and 25 Junction Road, Springhill to Cross Roads Cycle Sales
• Cancellation of Fire Station construction RFP due to budgetary concerns

In Camera

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COW

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several administrative items including a rezoning public hearing and updates to the Dangerous or Unsightly Premises Policy. The committee is also discussing preparations for the 2024 Municipal Election and potential household hazardous waste drop-off locations.

• Public hearing for rezoning of PID 25477431 at 3331 Highway 2, New Prospect
• Proposed amendment to the Dangerous or Unsightly Premises Policy
• Appointment of Shelley Hoeg-Eaton and Amanda Kinnear as Returning Officer and Assistant Returning Officer
• Direction for staff to administer the 2024 election via a 'Hybrid Model'
• Request for cost information regarding a household hazardous waste drop-off at Little Forks

In Camera

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Special Council Meeting

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Higgins Mountain Wind Energy Project Development Agreement with Elemental Energy. They will also consider the first reading of the Sunrise Landing Project Development Agreement for PID 25517459. A future public hearing will be scheduled for the Sunrise Landing project.

• Public hearing: Higgins Mountain Wind Energy Project Development Agreement (Elemental Energy)
• First reading: Sunrise Landing Project Development Agreement (Sunset Community Inc.)
• Scheduling of a future public hearing for Sunrise Landing