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M U N I C I P A L C O U N C I L
A G E N D A
Thursday, October 13, 2022
Livestreamed via YouTube at
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Office Location: 151 King Street, Chester, NS
1. MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA/ORDER OF BUSINESS
3. PUBLIC INPUT SESSION (15 minutes – 8:45 a.m. to 9:00 a.m.)
4. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
4.1 Council – September 29, 2022.
5. COMMITTEE REPORTS
5.1 Building Code & Unsightly Premises Committee – September 22, 2022 – Warden Webber.
a. Motion Requiring approval of Council from September 22, 2022, Building Code &
6.1 Jamal Assaff regarding 5870 Highway 3, Gold River.
7. MATTERS ARISING
7.1 Request for Decision prepared October 5, 2022 – Community Development & Recreation
– Order to demolish & rectify.
7.2 Request for Decision prepared October 5, 2022 - Fire Services – Fire Services Review.
7.3 Planning Matters Report prepared October 6, 2022 – Community Development &
Recreation - Request to Rezone a portion of PID 60422888.
7.4 Request for Decision prepared October 5, 2022 – Community Development & Recreation -
Community Walking Signs.
7.5 Request for Decision prepared October 5, 2022 - Corporate & Strategic Management -
Award of T-2022-023 Print Services.
7.6 Request for Decision prepared October 5, 2022 – Community Development &
Recreation – Appointment of Inspectors.
7.7 Request for Decision prepared September 28, 2022 - Infrastructure & Operations – RFQ
Unsightly Premises Meeting.
b. Building Official Report.
6. PUBLIC APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS
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For Fleet Purchases.
8. CORRESPONDENCE
8.1 Email from Suzanne McLennan to Councillor Veinotte regarding addition of bicycle
lanes/paved shoulders on Highway 329 along with list of names of people who have
signed a petition.
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.1 November and December Schedule of Council/Committee of the Whole Meetings.
9.2 Information Report prepared October 4, 2022 – Corporate & Strategic Management -
Sponsorship Update.
10. IN CAMERA
11. ADJOURNMENT
9:15 a.m. Jamal Assaff – Demolition of property.
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MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF CHESTER
Minutes of
COUNCIL MEETING
Livestreamed via YouTube www.youtube.com/modcvideo
from 151 King Street, Chester, Nova Scotia
On Thursday, September 29, 2022
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Warden Webber called the meeting to order at 8:48 a.m.
Present: District 1 – Councillor A. Veinotte District 5 – Councillor A. Assaff
District 2 – Deputy Warden F. Shatford District 6 – Councillor T. Connors
District 3 – Councillor D. Wells District 7 – Councillor S. Church
District 4 – Warden A. Webber
Staff: Dan McDougall, CAO
Tara Maguire, Deputy CAO
Pamela Myra, Municipal Clerk
Emily Lennox, Executive Secretary
Chad Haughn, Director of Community Development & Recreation
Matthew Blair, Director of Infrastructure & Operations
Solicitor: Samuel Lamey, Municipal Solicitor
Public: There were two members in the public gallery.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA/ORDER OF BUSINESS
Additions:
Councillor Veinotte – Request for update on workshops.
Councillor Wells – comfort station in Chester.
Councillor Connors – Committee Report – Seniors Safety Partnership.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 373
2022-378 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Church the
agenda and order of business for the September 29, 2022, Council meeting be
approved as amended. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
PUBLIC INPUT
Nancy Murray, Chester, indicated she had a letter on the agenda today regarding a
particular lighting issue at the Gazebo at Parade Square. The lights are glaring and do not
need to be on as they are currently. She is asking that they be turned off; she does
understand the lights are required for certain activities, however, when there are no
activities, the lights could be turned off. She noted that the lights are coming on at 6 p.m.
and staying on until 11:00 p.m. and they are extremely bright blue LED lights. She would
like them turned off.
There was discussion on security and safety for users of the gazebo and why the lights were
on at all hours. It was suggested the timers be adjusted or the lighting be replaced with
less glaring lights.
The CAO indicated that recently an accessibility audit was conducted which identified the
usual suspects which are ramps and slopes, but staff is learning that there is far more to
accessibility than only that – there is lighting, colour contrast, and signage as well. He
would like to look at the safety issue and get some advice from an expert on whether
lighting at the gazebo is required for safety or not. There can be visual impairments that
require lighting for safety. Staff will come back with some information and land in a place
that balances all interests.
Sharon Bremner, Chester asked Council if there were any answers to her request made
several weeks ago and Warden Webber noted that Council will receive a presentation with
legal advice at an In Camera session this morning.
Ms. Bremner noted that she would like lights as there are no public streetlights on her street
and it is very dark.
There was discussion on lighting, public and private, and how the process might be started
and what the streetlight cases are in other districts. It was suggested that Ms. Bremner
work with her Councillor on this matter.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 374
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
4.1 Council – September 8, 2022.
2022-379 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that the
minutes of the September 8, 2022 Council Meeting be approved. ALL IN
FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
5.1 Committee of the Whole – September 15, 2022 – Warden Webber.
2022-380 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford the
following motion from the September 15, 2022 Committee of the Whole be
approved as follows:
2022-368 – “… give direction to staff to prepare a report and draft
amendments to the Municipal Land Use By-law and Chester Village Land Use
By-law that address the list of housekeeping amendments outlined in the
Request for Direction prepared August 21, 2022 “Municipal Land Use By-Law
and Village Land Use By-Law Amendments” and schedule a date for a Public
Information Meeting.”
2022-370 – “… amend Policy P-103 Flag Raising & Protocol Policy as follows:
• Section 3.03 c add the following to the clause “… except by resolution of
Council. If an observance is recurring, requests can be made to fly a flag on a
specific date(s) annually without submitting a request every year.”
• Section 3.03 i – new clause – In the absence of a representing community
organization, and when appropriate, the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
Advisory Committee may submit a flag flying request for Council’s review.”
• Section 3.03 j – new clause – The Municipality will fly a list of pre-approved
flags, without a written request.
These flags are:
i. Pan-African flag – first two weeks of February (African Heritage Month).
ii. Trans flag – March 31 (Transgender Day of Visibility) and November 20
(International Transgender Day of Remembrance).
iii. South Shore Autism flag – first week of April (Autism Acceptance Month).
iv. Pride flag – first two weeks of June (Pride Month).
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v. All Children Matter flag – September 30 (National Day for Truth &
Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day).”
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
6.1 Ashley Nunn-Smith, CEO & Chief Librarian - South Shore Public Libraries (9:00 a.m.)
Present was Ashley Nunn-Smith, CEO & Chief Librarian of South Shore Public Libraries to
review operations of the South Shore Public Libraries. Ms. Nunn reviewed the information
provided in the form of a presentation with regard to work in the community and
celebrating 50 years of opening since 1972. A video was also shown.
Councillors thanked Ms. Nunn-Smith for the ongoing bookmobile service in their districts.
Also noted was the wonderful service of the mobile library during COVID when they
distributed not only books, but COVID test kits as well. It was agreed the mobile library has
impacted everyone either directly or indirectly. It is great to see new community members
discovering the bookmobile as well.
BY-LAWS AND POLICIES
7.1 Tax Exemption Policy P-25 – Second/Final Notice – Amendment to adjust income
levels as well as the scale of exemption amounts as outlined in the Request for
Decision prepared August 12, 2022 and presented to Council on September 8, 2022.
Tim Topping, Director of Financial & Information Services was present for questions or
discussion.
2022-381 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Church that
Council conduct Second and Final Notice to amend the Tax Exemption Policy P-
25 as follows:
• Align annual adjustment amounts to the most relevant benchmarks (Average
Weekly Earnings percentage change year-over-year);
• Adjust maximum exemption as per the PVSC assessment cap, adjusted for
change in tax rate.;
• Create a new income threshold bracket at the top of the scale, where the
benefit trails off to zero to a maximum of $29,590;
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• Add a section to allow residents a three-month period for late applications to
be accepted, pending CAO approval;
• Include questions on the application form asking if they would be like to be
contacted when applications are open in the following year and how they
would like to be notified; and
• Add a clause that would allow a review for special circumstances if there was
a failure to meet the deadline.to adjust income levels as well as the scale of
exemption amounts.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
COMMITTEE REPORTS (continued)
5.2 Seniors Safety Committee – Councillor Connors.
Councillor Connors noted that both Chris Acomb and Carol Hipwell have left the
partnership and the organization is nearing the end of the hiring process. Prior to the
departures, contact was made between the staff and some board members to partner
organizations.
Within the next two weeks the Board will be approving the Strategic Plan for the
organization to take them to 2025. This will allow them to better focus as an organization.
We have committee nominations in November so there could be interest from others
around that table that want to join the team and she could step away.
BY-LAWS AND POLICIES (continued)
7.2 Regional Emergency Management By-Law 146:
a. Request for Decision prepared September 16, 2022 – Corporate & Strategic
Management - Regional Emergency Management By-Law No. 146 – Repeal and
Replacement – First Reading to amend to include Town of Lunenburg as well as
some housekeeping amendments.
b. New Regional Emergency Management By-Law No. 146 with changes outlined.
c. Current Regional Emergency Management By-Law No. 146 to be repealed.
The Municipal Clerk pointed out the reason for the By-Law’s return to the table. It was
suggested by the province that to avoid confusion with versions, the previous version be
repealed and replaced with the new By-Law.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 377
2022-382 MOVED by Councillor Wells, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford that
Council conduct first reading to Repeal By-Law No. 146 Regional Emergency
Management By-Law and replace with a new Regional Management By-Law No.
146 with the following additions/changes:
• Adding the Town of Lunenburg as a participating municipal unit where
required;
• 2.1 a. Correction to The Emergency Management Act (Removing R from
R.S.N.S.);
• 2.1 c. Change the date to the Intermunicipal Service Agreement date;
• 2.1 d and e. Change to Minister and Deputy Minister Responsible for
Emergency Management;
• 3.1 b. – Add “State of Emergency” to clause;
• 3.2 c. Add “(NS EMO)” to clause;
• 3.3 b. Add “Nova Scotia” and “NS” to clause; and
• 5 – “previously adopted versions of by-law 146 are hereby repealed upon the
effective date of the adoption of this regional emergency management by-
law.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
7.3 Flag Raising & Protocol Policy P-103 – First Notice to amend Policy to include a list of
pre-approved flags, allowing the Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Advisory Committee to
submit a request to Council, and allow recurring observances rather than require a
request annually.
2022-383 MOVED by Councillor Connors, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that Council
conduct First Notice to amend the Flag Raising & Protocol Policy P-103 to
include a list of pre-approved flags, allowing the Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion
Advisory Committee to submit a request to Council, and allow recurring
observances rather than require a request annually as follows (underlined
portions):
ADDITION to 3.03 c:
“A special purpose flag shall be flown for a period of up to two weeks, or for
the duration of the associated event, whichever is less. No organization will be
granted approval to fly a special purpose flag for more than 2 weeks per year to
allow fair and equitable opportunities for community organizations and causes
to be represented except by resolution of Council. If an observance is recurring,
requests can be made to fly a flag on a specific date(s) annually without
submitting a request every year.
NEW PARAGRAPHS i and j in section 3.03:
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 378
i. In the absence of a representing community organization, and when
appropriate, the Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Advisory Committee may
submit a flag flying request for Council’s review.
j. The Municipality will fly a list of pre-approved flags, without a written
request. These flags are:
Pan-African flag – first two weeks of February (African Heritage
Month)
Trans flag – March 31 (Transgender Day of Visibility) and November
20 (International Transgender day of Remembrance)
South Shore Autism flag – first week of April (Autism Acceptance
Month)
Pride flag – first two weeks of June (Pride Month)
All Children Matter flag - September 30 (National Day for Truth &
Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day)
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
MATTERS ARISING
8.1 Information Report prepared September 1, 2022 – Financial & Information Services –
Tax Payments with Credit Card.
Present was Tim Topping, Director of Financial & Information Services who updated
Councillors with the reason credit card payment is not accepted at the counter. The
Municipality does have a number of payment options to pay tax bills, interact, cash,
cheques, mortgage company.
There is also a payment provider that can be used by taxpayers, but that provider is
separate from the Municipality. Users of that provider are charged a fee on top of the
transaction which varies, depending on the amount being paid. In general, he wanted to
make it clear that the Municipality does not charge an additional fee.
There are people who want to use a credit card for various reasons, i.e., not able to pay the
entire amount at one time (but they can pay monthly or biweekly if they wish), and others
who want to obtain benefits from using a credit card. If we were to accept credit cards
directly, everyone in municipality would be funding those benefits. People can determine if
the benefit they receive is good for them and the costs are individually incurred.
We do accept credit card payment for discretionary programs such as permits and
programs with a small cost of approximately $750 per year in a $30 Million+ budget. He
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 379
provided a recap of the information received on credit card use from 17 other Municipal
units and only one of those units includes the credit card fees in their general budget.
There are other ways that residents can make payments:
Preauthorized payments - residents can come in to complete and sign a form that
allows preauthorized payments.
Online banking.
Regular or monthly payments via cheque or cash.
8.2 Request for Decision prepared September 8, 2022 – Infrastructure & Operations –
Request for Proposals for Village of Chester Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade.
This information was deferred to another meeting.
8.3 Request for Decision prepared September 8, 2022 – Infrastructure & Operations –
Request for Proposals for Otter Point Wastewater Treatment Plant Upgrade.
Councillor Veinotte declared a conflict of interest and left the room.
Fred Whynot, Director of Public Works was present via Zoom and outlined the current
issues with treatment and disinfection. Council previously received a report in May and
staff pursued PCAP funding and were successful in receiving 50% of the cost, up to $50,000.
Three companies were invited to provide proposals, with the best value received from ABLE
Engineering. The submission included highlights when the contractor will work with staff
toward a solution, assessment, and recommendations and pricing to present to Council for
direction. If approved, then construction would take place in the 2023 construction year.
2022-384 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that
Council award the Otter Point Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Design to
ABLE Engineering for an estimated cost of $34,150 plus HST. COUNCILLORS AT
THE TABLE WERE IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
The CAO noted that information from all bidders was included to allow transparency in
decision making. There are no company names due to FOIPOP rules.
A break was held from 9:46 a.m. to 10:02 a.m.
Councillor Veinotte returned to the Council Chambers.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 380
8.4 Request for Decision prepared August 19, 2022 – Infrastructure & Operations –
Request for Proposals for Gold River Bridge Design.
Fred Whynot, Director of Public Works was present via Zoom and provided a brief history of
the current situation. They received four proposals and are recommending the proposal
from Design Point Engineering & Surveying. The company will go onsite to look at two or
three options and will bring these reports and recommendations with costs back to Council.
Once an option is approved, they will do the required studies, i.e., archeological,
geotechnical, etc. The tender will go back to Council for approval. They are able to begin
the project fairly quickly as they are aware the Municipality would like the tender ready to
be issued in the spring.
There was discussion on some location options, concerns of neighbours, and the need to
reach out to neighbours to protect their privacy as much as possible.
2022-385 MOVED by Councillor Assaff, SECONDED by Councillor Church that Council
award the design of the Gold River Bridge detailed in the Request for Proposals
prepared August 19, 2022 “RFP for Gold River Bridge Design” to DesignPoint
Engineering & Surveying Ltd. at a cost of $140,730.00 plus HST.
DISCUSSION:
Councillor Veinotte commented that he liked the format of the report; it is concise
and gives a good overview of what was important and measured. It is a good
standard and hopefully staff will maintain this.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE
9.1 Correspondence from Nancy Murray of Chester regarding lights in the Gazebo
(Parade Square) be turned off.
This was dealt with earlier in the meeting when Ms. Murray was present.
9.2 Roxie Bremner regarding consideration to appeal municipal property tax exemption
for the 2021/22 year.
Tim Topping, Director of Financial & Information Management, was present to review the
letter brought forward from Ms. Bremner through Councillor Wells. She had qualified
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previously but in the last year did not receive it due to personal reasons outlined in the
letter.
Councillor Wells indicated that he had visited her and had details of the circumstances
which are legitimate. He is satisfied that it wasn’t a lack of interest, it was lack of ability. He
felt it was appropriate to bring it to Council and ask for Council’s consideration to allow the
exemption to be applied.
2022-386 MOVED by Councillor Wells, SECONDED by Councillor Church that Council
approve the letter of appeal from Roxie Bremner with regard to receiving the
property tax exemption for the 2021/22 year due to extenuating circumstances.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
9.3 Correspondence Dated September 8, 2022 from McInnes Cooper regarding request
from M. Keddy Farm and Forest Limited.
Warden Webber noted that this is an unusual request and knows that several members of
Council have spoken with Mr. Keddy, and it was felt that a legal opinion was required before
making a decision.
Councillor Connors indicated that she had received photos from one of the partners last
evening and concern was noted with the recent hurricane which downed a significant
number of trees; in the wood industry, they sell by weight and a dead tree loses weight.
The Solicitor was requested to have a report for Council at the October 13, 2022 Council
meeting.
Concern was noted on why we would need to consider this matter without hearing from
both parties, particularly if the other party is not aware of the request. It seems like a
private dispute. The other parties would be made aware as part of the process.
The Solicitor indicated that there is a procedure; however, the Act is light on as to why – it
states Council has authority but no detail as to why a Municipality would or wouldn’t do
this. There are costs as well and Warden Webber noted that the parties would be
responsible for costs. This would be a decision indicating the Municipality would appoint
an arbitrator. It was suggested to contact other municipalities to determine if they have
gone through this procedure.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 382
The Solicitor will prepare a report and all parties will be notified.
NEW BUSINESS
10.1 Request for Decision prepared September 21, 2022 – Community Development &
Recreation Department – New Road Name Assignment in Martins River (Rascals
Ridge).
Sylvia Dixon was present and outlined the request noting that there were no objections
from the fire department or public works. There was one recommendation, however, to
remove the apostrophe.
2022-387 MOVED by Councillor Assaff, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford that
Council approve the private road name “Rascals Ridge” (without the
apostrophe) off of East Side Martins River Road and advise the appropriate
authorities and departments. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
10.2 Request for Decision prepared September 21, 2022 – Community Development &
Recreation Department – Designated Community Fund Request – New Ross Trails
Society.
Chad Haughn, Director of Community Development & Recreation was present for questions
if needed.
2022-388 MOVED by Councillor Connors, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that Council
provide a Designated Community Fund Grant to the New Ross Trails Society in
the amount of $300.00. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
10.3 District Council Grants:
a. Studio Singers – District 7 - $1,500.
b. Chester Municipal Heritage Society:
o District 2 Request - $500.
o District 4 Request - $1,000.
o District 7 Request - $500.
Chad Haughn, Director of Community Development & Recreation was present to review the
requests if needed.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 383
Councillor Wells declared a conflict of interest and left the room.
2022-389 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford that
Council approve a District 7 Council Grant to Studio Singers in the amount of
$1,500.00. COUNCILLORS AT THE TABLE WERE IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
Councillor Wells returned to the Council Chambers.
2022-390 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Church that
Council approve the following District Council Grants for the Chester Municipal
Heritage Society:
o District 2 Request - $500.
o District 4 Request - $1,000.
o District 7 Request - $500.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
10.4 Fire Prevention Week – Bruce Blackwood, Fire Services Coordinator.
2022-391 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford that
Council approve the Fire Prevention Week 2022 proclamation be signed by the
Warden and posted in the usual manner. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
10.5 Workshops – Councillor Veinotte.
Councillor Veinotte commented that over the past couple of years, a number of workshops
were requested. He would like to see a schedule to have them completed so that
something can be done before the end of the Council term.
The CAO indicated that the quarterly report on the Strategic Priorities Chart has an
estimated time for initiatives. This is usually done by quarter; however, it is not always
broken down into individual presentations for Council. This method is always open to
change. Staff can review the priorities chart to see if we can come up with more insight for
Council into when presentations to Council or the Committee of the Whole might occur by
month. He is happy to ensure it doesn’t cause more administrative effort.
Warden Webber suggested determining what workshops are pending and prepare a
schedule.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 384
Councillor Veinotte would prefer to have the workshops before the lead into some projects.
He understands that sometimes things come up here and are not a part of the strategic
plan but may be politically important. There are certain things residents want to see done
and we need to be able to react in a timely manner or at least give feedback as to when
those items will be addressed.
Deputy Warden Shatford commented that the Fire Advisory Committee structure has been
on his Commission’s radar for over a year. He also noted that the amount being spent on
water due to dry wells is high and would like to see some movement on the community
wells initiative.
The CAO noted that he was hearing comments about workshops related to strategic
priorities but some of the local issues may not be on priorities chart. He asked Councillors
to forward him an email if they require an update. He did note that staff were expecting the
Fire Service Review very soon.
Councillor Veinotte commented on the PACE By-Law and wanted some time set aside to
discuss this. There was an appetite to do something, but he is not sure of detail because
there has been no opportunity to talk about it.
Questions were asked regarding comfort centres and asked if there is a possibility of
providing a community well at a comfort centre. There was some issue noted in signing an
agreement to say the centre would have safe drinking water in their facility.
The question was asked as to how long the water program would be offered and the Fire
Services Coordinator indicated that the requests for water coupons are starting to drop off.
He did note that approximately 8,000 coupons have been distributed but they don’t have
any data on well recovery results yet.
It was agreed that an email would be sent to Council for input on the program and whether
to end it.
The CAO asked Council if, as part of the program review, were they interested in a
community wells program as a substitute for the bottled water program?
Councillor Veinotte commented that people requesting water may have an issue with their
well and use the water program, however, there is a well program in place for people if they
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 385
wish to use it. It was noted that providing a test to determine who would be able to
receive water would increase administrative burdens.
It was suggested that the information on the loan program be offered, and it was noted
that this information goes in the newsletter and on the website. When people come in for
coupons, they are provided with information on the loan program as well. It was also noted
that Graves Island Provincial Park is offering bulk water.
10.4 Village of Chester Comfort Station – Councillor Wells.
Councillor Wells thanked the Deputy CAO for the information emailed prior to Hurricane
Fiona and noted that his area didn’t require a comfort station as other areas did.
His concern is that if the Village Comfort Station had been needed, there would be no
power as the generator is still out of service. He recalled discussing the generator in
February and noted that part of the assistance program from the province was providing
funds for generators for comfort stations.
The Fire Services Coordinator indicated that he spoke with the Church, however, there were
no grants available at that time. He can get back to them now with the province’s new
programming.
There was a brief discussion regarding comfort centres, generators, cost of generators, and
funding. Warden Webber commented that if the Province has a new program, maybe that
is the solution for comfort centres.
Councillor Wells also wanted to go on record to thank the Chester Volunteer Fire
Department for being out in the storm throughout the night to remove downed trees.
IN CAMERA
11.1 Section 22(2)(a) of the Municipal Government Act – acquisition, sale, lease and
security of municipal property – Road Reserve.
2022-392 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff the
meeting convene In Camera as per Section 22(2)(A) of the Municipal
Government Act – Road Reserve. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
Council (continued) September 29, 2022 386
ADJOURNMENT
2022-393 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Church the
meeting adjourn. (10:55 a.m.)
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Allen Webber Pamela Myra
Warden Municipal Clerk