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MUNICIPAL COUNCIL
AGENDA
Thursday, July 13, 2023
Livestreamed via YouTube at
www.youtube.com/modcvideo
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 – June 29, 2023.
5. PROCLAMATIONS
6. COMMITTEE REPORTS
6.1 Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program - Annual Report - October -December 2022.
6.2 Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program - Monthly Report - June 2023.
6.3 Equity, Diversity, & Inclusion Committee - June 27, 2023 - Councillors Assaff & Connors
7. PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
8. BY-LAWS AND POLICIES
9. MATTERS ARISING
10. CORRESPONDENCE
10.1 Letter of Request dated June 30, 2024 from Royal Canadian Legion Branch 24 regarding
the 2023 Remembrance Day Flyby.
10.2 Email from Mitchell Sabine regarding Dauphinee’s Mill Lake Community Waste Facilities.
11. NEW BUSINESS
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11.1 Request for Decision prepared July 5, 2023 - Community Development & Recreation -
Designated Community Fund Request from Chester Minor Hockey.
11.2 District Council Grant:
a. District 1 Community Centre - $3,000.
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13. ADJOURNMENT
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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, June 29, 2023
MEETING CALLED TO ORDER
Warden Webber called the meeting to order at 8:49 a.m.
Present: District 1 – Councillor Andre Veinotte District 2 – Deputy Warden Floyd Shatford
District 3 – Councillor Derek Wells District 4 – Warden Allen Webber
District 5 – Councillor Abdella Assaff District 6 – Councillor Tina Connors
District 7 - Councillor Sharon Church
Staff: Tara Maguire, CAO
Erin Lowe, Deputy CAO
Pamela Myra, Municipal Clerk
Jennifer Webber, Communications & Outreach Coordinator (Via Zoom)
Fred Whynot, Director of Public Works
Jonathan Meakin, Manager, Sustainability and Asset Management
Heather Archibald, Senior Development Officer
Bruce Blackwood, Fire Services Coordinator
Solicitor: Samuel Lamey, Municipal Solicitor
Public: There were three members of the public in the gallery.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA/ORDER OF BUSINESS
Warden Webber noted that Councillor Veinotte will be declaring a conflict of interest with a
portion of the water information to be reviewed today so they will be discussed separately. As a
result, the test wells project will be discussed as a separate Agenda item.
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 266
2023-314 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff the agenda and
order of business for the June 29, 2023, Council meeting be approved as
circulated. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
Andrea Hyslop, Municipal Advisor, was present at the meeting and Warden Webber introduced
her to members of Council.
PUBLIC INPUT
There was no public input.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
4.1 Council – June 8, 2023.
2023-315 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Church that the
minutes of the June 8, 2023, Council Meeting be approved as amended. ALL IN
FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
PROCLAMATIONS
There were no proclamations for consideration.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS
7.1 Syd Dumaresq regarding Shoreham Village Right-of-Way.
Present was Syd Dumaresq to review the Shoreham Village Right-of-Way request and update on
the long-term care facility. The issue is a 50’ right-of-way around the proposed facility. Options
were discussed.
2023-316 MOVED by Councillor Wells, SECONDED by Councillor Veinotte that Council approve
extinguishing the existing 50’ right-of-way between the Municipality and Shoreham
and a new 30’ right-of-way be granted that would be located around the proposed
facility location.
DISCUSSION
The existing pond is used for fire purposes and cannot be infilled.
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 267
The new facility will house 96 residents (up from 86) with private rooms in a pod with
shared living/dining room space.
The timeline for completion is about 2026.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
COMMITTEE REPORTS
6.1 Committee of the Whole Recommendations - June 22, 2023 - Warden Webber.
2023-317 MOVED by Councillor Assaff, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford that Council
approve the following recommendations from the June 22, 2023 Committee of the
Whole meeting:
2023-301 - “… donate $5,000 to the Red Cross to assist residents affected by the
Nova Scotia Wildfires.”
2023-302 - “… the proclamation as read by Warden Webber recognizing the
exemplary service from our Volunteer Fire Departments during the Wildfires in 2023
in Beech Hill, Halifax, and Shelburne. The proclamation also recognizes the families
and employers of the Fire Departments for their support.”
2023-303 - “… direct staff to prepare public tender documents for installation of the
Uniform Business Signage Program at Exit 6, subject to the discussions held
regarding options for the posts of the signage.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
6.2 Nominating Committee - June 22, 2023 - Councillor Assaff.
2023-318 MOVED by Councillor Assaff, SECONDED by Councillor Church that Council approve
the following recommendations from the June 22, 2023 Nominating Committee
meeting:
2023-307 - “… following be appointed to the Committees as noted below and that
staff be directed to readvertise for any remaining vacancies on Committees:
COMMITTEE TERM APPLICANT
Audit Committee 2 Years Heather McLeod
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 268
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Committee
3 Years Charlie McInnes
Lorraine Burch
David Broome
Heritage Advisory Committee 1 Year Tim Harris
Carol Nauss
Landfill Citizens Monitoring
Committee
2 Years Robert Mitchell
Herb Fraser
Brad Armstrong
RCMP Advisory Committee 2 Years Arthur Vardjas
Bev Armstrong
Terri DeMont
Recreation & Parks Committee 3 Years District 3 - Brad Armstrong
Sherbrooke Lake Park Advisory
Committee
3 Years Hugh Harper
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
6.3 Recreation & Parks Committee - June 27, 2023 - Councillor Church.
2023-319 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that Council approve
the following recommendations from the June 27, 2023 Recreation & Parks
Committee meeting:
2023-311 - “… give Ainsley Burgess of Fox Point $800.00 for her participation in the
SDTA North American James L. McKenzie & Elspeth Strathern Highland Scholarship
Event happening in Calgary, Alberta September 29, 2023.”
2023-312 - “… give Lauren Boon of New Ross $500 for her participation in the Atlantic
Canada Rugby Championship happening at the Graves Oakley Field in Halifax from
July 6 to 9, 2023.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
PUBLIC PRESENTATIONS (continued)
7.2 Bill Church, Tommy Graves, and Amanda Gwynne-Timothy - Church Memorial Park.
Bill Church, Tommy Graves, and Amanda Gwynne-Timothy were present from Church Memorial
Park to review the request for financial assistance for a feasibility study.
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 269
The representatives provided an update and information to Council on the current roof
restoration which has been divided into two phases, with Phase 1 starting this past Monday.
The board has recently had two new members added - Dan McDougall and Amanda Gwynne-
Timothy. Also, there is a team of five people who approached the board with the collective goal
of building a new facility - a lifestyle centre. They are now working with Church Memorial Park
Trustees and want to move forward with the feasibility study. The group is comprised of
entrepreneurs who are ready and eager to hit the ground running for a new facility - they are
aware that a new facility can cost upwards of $30 Million.
The feasibility study will provide a roadmap for the future of the facility they have now as well as
options for planning a new facility. It is necessary to have a working document for other levels
of government and the Municipality to understand the need for recreation. They will require an
independent third-party to assess the needs of the Municipality and to determine if the
community would like to have a new sports and recreation facility or maintain the existing
facility. The anticipated cost for the feasibility study could be as much as $200,000. CMP would
like to manage and procure the bidding process.
Although Councillors were in favour of a feasibility study, they were unsure of the amount of
funding that could be provided towards the requested $200,000.
Discussion included:
Using reserve funds.
Using wind revenue (community development or economic development).
Consideration of other sources of funding.
Whether the Pew Foundation will be involved if the decision is a new facility. CMP are
currently in negotiations with the Pew Foundation for the next 4-year term, and it will be
at least four years before a new facility can be built.
Is the location of the current facility feasible.
Council wished to have more discussion/consideration of the request prior to making a motion.
In general, Council expressed consensus that a feasibility study for a future recreational facility is
important and at some point Council will provide some financial support. However, $200,000 is
a big ask that needs some time for deliberation. It was noted that these types of facilities are
usually constructed with multi-governmental support.
It was agreed to have staff provide some information on potential funding.
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Warden Webber thanked the representatives of Church Memorial Park for coming in.
7.3 Judy O’Leary, Chair - New Ross Christmas Festival.
Judy O’Leary, Chair of the New Ross Christmas Festival was present to talk about the New Ross
Christmas Festival. A video, “Twig”, produced by the Christmas Tree Council of Nova Scotia was
shown (it can be found at https://youtu.be/dRv80fgd5Hs). This will be part of the Festival - a
Dalhousie Costume Study Professor will be making the Twig costume and Marty and Wanda
Murphy will be building Twig’s house. They will be extending the festival area to the fairgrounds
and having events take place there.
They are included on the South Shore Tourism Association Table and will be getting more
exposure there and are hoping to double attendance this year. They will be partnering with
Lucy the Lobster and the Blue Button Campaign will take place - a movement around real trees,
how they originate, how they grow, and the natural environment.
Councillor Connors noted that Ms. O’Leary has written a children’s book on the story of Twig
and there will be a book launch. She also noted that the American Christmas Tree group will be
coming back to Nova Scotia, and they are hoping Twig will make an appearance.
A break was held from 9:51 a.m. to 10:05 a.m.
BY-LAWS AND POLICIES
There were no by-laws or policies for consideration.
MATTERS ARISING
9.1 Request for Decision prepared June 13, 2023 - Infrastructure & Operations - Potable
Water Supply Next Steps – Revised Budget.
9.3 Request for Decision prepared June 21, 2023 - Corporate & Strategic Management - Dry
Well Response Planning 2023.
Fred Whynot, Director of Public Works followed up from the June 12, 2023 Council meeting
regarding water solutions and reviewed the Request for Proposals for the hydrogeological
assessment. Staff has reached out to various community groups, and some have indicated that
they would be willing to assist in providing water in conjunction with the Municipality.
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Bruce Blackwood, Fire Serviced Coordinator presented the most recent Provincial Precipitation
Forecast and recommended that we continue to monitor water levels through July and early
August. We would begin dry well monitoring if required based on the longer term forecast
through August and September. It was noted that Council did not budget for bottled water
distribution but may need to do that if the Municipality experiences drought conditions and dry
wells.
2023-320 MOVED by Councillor Veinotte, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that Council
approve a budget of up to $25,000 for the bottled water program to be funded from
reserves if the trigger of 30 dry wells is reached. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION
CARRIED.
Councillor Veinotte declared a CONFLICT OF INTEREST and left the Council table.
Fred Whynot, Director of Public Works indicated that $60,000 was originally budgeted for the
test wells for a possible water supply project. However, the cost for the test wells is much higher
than anticipated at $85,000 +HST. The request to Council is to consider approving additional
funding to support the revised project cost. The plan remains the same to drill three test wells,
now at approximately $20,000 + HST each, plus analysis and reporting. He outlined the science
behind the three wells and where they would be located.
The CAO noted that this would be a budget amendment.
2023-321 MOVED by Councillor Wells, SECONDED by Councillor Church that increase the
project budget for a Hydrological Assessment of the Middle River area to an
estimated value of $85,000 plus our portion of HST ($88,643.10). ALL IN FAVOUR.
MOTION CARRIED.
9.2 Request for Decision prepared June 12, 2023 - Infrastructure & Operations - Resolutions
for Provincial Capital Assistance Program Grant (Test Wellfield Development) and
Municipal Innovation Program MIP Grants (Regional Anti-Racism and Diversity
Coordinator).
Jonathan Meakin, Manager, Sustainability & Asset Management reviewed the resolutions
required for applications to the Provincial Capital Assistance Program (PCAP) and the Municipal
Innovation Program (MIO) for the test wells project the wellfield and the regional anti-racism
coordinator position, respectively. The applications were submitted on the program deadline of
June 7, 2023, but Council is able to provide certified Resolutions in support of the projects after
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 272
the submissions have been sent. He outlined the amount of funding that could be received if
the applications are approved.
2023-322 MOVED by Councillor Wells, SECONDED by Councillor Church that the following
resolutions be approved:
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of the District of Chester submit the project
titled Well Drilling and Analysis for Potential Well Field Development for funding to
the 2023-24 Provincial Capital Assistance Program (PCAP); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council supports the project and commits to
provide its share of at least 50% ($42,500 + net HST) of the estimated $85,000 + net
HST total eligible project cost.
And
BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Municipality of the District of Chester submit the project
titled Regional Anti-Racism and Diversity Coordinator for funding to the 2023-24
Municipal Innovation Program (MIP); and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT Council supports the project and commits to
provide its share of at least 25% ($26,200) of the estimated $104,800 total eligible
project cost.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
Councillor Veinotte returned to the meeting table.
9.4 Proposed motion regarding Western Shore Sewer Area Expansion for potential
development (referred from Committee of the Whole on June 22, 2023).
2023-323 MOVED by Councillor Assaff, SECONDED by Councillor Church that Council approve
the expansion of the Western Shore Sewer Service Area to include the property
identified as PID 60695046. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
CORRESPONDENCE
There were no items of correspondence.
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 273
NEW BUSINESS
11.1 Request for Decision prepared June 6, 2023 - Community Development & Recreation -
Public Open Space Land Offer for Subdivision - Langille Estates Drive (CM-S2022-011).
Heather Archibald, Senior Development Officer was present to review the Request for Decision
prepared June 6, 2023 - Public Open Space Land Offer for Subdivision - Langille Estates Drive
(CM-S2022-011). It has met the scoring and Council can accept the property and determine use
of it at a later date.
2023-324 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that Council accept
the proposed land as public open space payment provided the Municipal solicitor
confirms a suitable deed package including registry fees, registry forms, executable
deed and associated easements across all private roads to the lot are provided for
municipal public access (Transfer of Lot P1 from PID60086972) at Noonan Lake (File
#CM-S2022-011). ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
11.2 Council District Grant Requests:
a. District 5 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 144 - $660.
b. District 5 - Together We Can Community Society - $660.
c. District 5 - Western Shore & Area Improvement Association - $2,420.
d. District 5 - Western Shore & District Fire Department - $2,420.
e. District 6 - Charing Cross Garden Club - $500.
f. District 6 - New Ross Community Care Centre: Community Engagement - $2,000.
g. District 6 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 79 - $1,000.
2023-325 MOVED by Councillor Assaff, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford the following
Council District Grants be approved:
District 5 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 144 - $660.
District 5 - Together We Can Community Society - $660.
District 5 - Western Shore & Area Improvement Association - $2,420.
District 5 - Western Shore & District Fire Department - $2,420.
District 6 - Charing Cross Garden Club - $500.
District 6 - New Ross Community Care Centre: Community Engagement - $2,000.
District 6 - Royal Canadian Legion Branch 79 - $1,000.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
11.3 Designated Community Fund request from the Chester District Swim Program
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2023-326 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that Council provide a
Designated Community Fund Grant to Chester District Swim Program in the amount
of $5,000.00. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
11.4 Potholes - Councillor Wells.
Councillor Wells indicated that he has had requests to deal with potholes on provincial roads.
Unfortunately, residents have been advised by the MLA’s office that the repair of potholes on J-
Class Roads are a Municipal responsibility. This is not the case as the Municipality is only
involved (financially) if there is a J-Class Road being paved. Councillor Wells asked that
clarification be sent to the MLA’s office - we want to work with her.
It was agreed to provide clarification to the MLA’s office on what provincial department is
responsible for potholes on the J-Class Roads.
Break 10:32 a.m. to 10:37 a.m.
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12.1 Section 22(2)(c) of the Municipal Government Act - Contract Negotiations - Village
Commission.
12.2 Section 22(2)(g) of the Municipal Government Act - Legal Advice (Tax Reduction Request).
2023-327 MOVED by Councillor Wells, SECONDED by Councillor Church the meeting convene
“In Camera” as per Section 22(2)(c) Contract Negotiations and Section 22(2)(g) Legal
Advice of the Municipal Government Act. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
Following a brief “In Camera” session, the meeting reconvened with all members present.
2023-328 MOVED by Councillor Church, SECONDED by Councillor Wells that Council
authorize the execution of Revising Agreement with the Village of Chester
regarding the Intermunicipal Fire Services Agreement with the change of the
clause 9 from “… loss payable to them and as additional insured” to “ loss payable
to them as an additional assured.” ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
2023-329 MOVED by Deputy Warden Shatford, SECONDED by Councillor Assaff that the
meeting adjourn. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED. (10:53 a.m.)
Council (continued) June 29, 2023 275
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Allen Webber Pamela Myra
Warden Municipal Clerk
Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program
Annual Report October - December 2022
AGM
prepared: June 16, 2023
The LCSSP is a free confidential community-based non-profit service that works collaboratively with BPS, RCMP, and many
community partners to help address the safety concerns of older adults (55 years of age+), residing in Lunenburg County. Service
is provided through awareness campaigns, advocacy, community outreach projects, educational programs, community
presentations and one to one service.
I want to express my sincere appreciation for the warm welcome and support in assuming the LCSS Coordinator role in mid
October. The open collaboration from all our community partners has made the transition smooth for myself and our
clients. Thank You!!
LCSSP Coordinator Activities:
October 2022
• The first few weeks involved reviewing client files, learning the deliverables of LCSS individual programs,
introductions to community partners and developing a better understanding of their processes.
• Reviewed the Aging Friendly Grant Home Management Navigator project. Researched the concept and possible
content specific to older adults. Consulted with REMO for senior specific emergency preparedness pieces. Started
the Home Management Navigation book outline and PowerPoint presentation development.
• Proceeded with a soft reopening of LCSSP services.
November 2022
• Connected with Bridgewater Pharmasave for vial donations for Vial of Life program.
• Reviewed and collected client names for South Shore Secret Santa.
• Continued with the Home Management Navigation book outline and PowerPoint presentation development.
Started developing the book’s content.
December 2022
• Delivered Secret Santa presents to a dozen seniors and just under 100 Christmas cards to isolated older adults .
• Confirmed Fraud presentation date for January 2023 in Riverport and two tentative dates at the Flourish Centre in
March.
• Continued Content development for Home Management Navigation book with the goal to present it at the
Riverport Presentation in January as a focus group and an ask for 12 older adults to test and give feedback (edits
and suggestions). Look at logo design for book.
Year End Referrals: 27 Home/site Visits: 19
Areas of concern: Food security, Christmas, Safe Housing, Community resources/connections, Seniors’ Mental
Health/Addictions and Adult Protection.
LCSSP Client Emergency Contingency Fund (CECF):
The CECF continues to serve the community in partnership with other organizations to help mitigate risk for seniors
experiencing financial hardship. 2022 Year End balance is: $2,388.66.
Looking forward to building on this work into 2023. As always; ‘Thank you to all Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program
supporters. We couldn’t do what we do without you!’
Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program
Monthly Report – June 2023
prepared: July 6, 2023
The LCSSP is a free confidential community-based non-profit service that works
collaboratively with BPS, RCMP, and many community partners to help address the safety
concerns of older adults (55 years of age+), residing in Lunenburg County. Service is provided
through awareness campaigns, advocacy, community outreach projects, educational
programs, community presentations and one to one service.
Presentations for June: Introduction of new LCSSP Coordinator by David Murdoch to
MODC Council, June 14thMichelin Seniors’ Expo with CST Upshaw, June 16th Senior’s
Safety with CST Upshaw for the South Shore Seniors’ Club in East Chester.
LCSSP updates/trends:
• Home Management Navigator Grant project. Continuing to handout to clients.
First responders are now aware of this valuable tool with a reminder of the Vial of
Life Program so that new members are aware. Report for this project has been
sent in to the Department of Seniors.
• LCSSP AGM was held on June 28th via ZOOM – Thank you to all who where able to
attend; the active participation of each board member is a vital component of
Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety program/service delivery throughout our
communities.
• Work is ongoing with the research and development of Seniors’ Mental Wellness
toolkit including local resources to connect with. The toolkit will include a
brochure, presentation/workshop (digital and hard copy) and a quick reference
card for local contact numbers.
• Dates for Seniors’ Safety Academy Oct 12 -Nov 16/2023 at the OHC in Chester.
More details will follow. Preliminary Presenter interest is growing and aiming to
have confirmation from the Presenters in July.
• SSC attended REMO Planning meeting June 19th. SSC inquired as to any
learnings/takeaways from the recent wildfires in regards to seniors’
evacuation/emergency preparedness, or those with mobility/unique medical
needs. (too early for this feedback - a sub committee will meet later in the
summer or early fall)
• Continued trend of older adults moving to this area without family support and
finding it hard to make local connections.
Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program
Monthly Report – June 2023
prepared: July 6, 2023
• Collaborative Home Visits in June with Continuing Care Coordinator, SSODA, BPS
and RCMP. Collaborative client meetings with Adult Protections, St. Vincent de
Paul, Seniors Community Health Team, Western Housing Authority, SSRH.
Referrals: 14
New Referrals: 12 Re Referrals: 2 Home/site Visits: 23 Active clients: 67
Closed files: 18
New Referrals Service Area in
Municipal Units (#’s have been
rounded either up/down)
%
MODC 14%
MODL 57%
Mahone Bay 7%
Lunenburg 7%
Bridgewater 14%
Referral Source:
Community Partner 21% Self/Family 40 % RCMP 21% BSP 8%
Areas of concern: Safe Housing, Fraud/Scams, Community resources/connections,
Seniors’ Mental Health/Addictions and Adult Protection.
LCSSP Client Emergency Contingency Fund (CECF):
The CECF continues to serve the community in partnership with other organizations to
help mitigate risk for seniors experiencing financial hardship. The June 30, 2023 float
count balance is: $964.68.
$300 donated generously by St. Vincent de Paul in collaborative payment of a
vulnerable senior’s emergency moving costs of $780. $63.25 lockbox for Continuing
Care easy entrance secured apartment to provide services to client. $23 sun cover for
client, $43.68 Upright vacuum for in-home care to clean floors for client.
‘Thank you to all Lunenburg County Seniors’ Safety Program supporters.
We couldn’t do what we do without you.’
MOTION REQUIRING APPROVAL OF COUNCIL FROM
JUNE 27, 2023 MEETING OF THE EQUITY, DIVERSITY, AND INCLUSION COMMITTEE
2023-330 FLY PAN-AFRICAN FLAG ON AUGUST 1, 2023
MOVED by Lorraine Burch. Seconded by David Broome that the EDI Advisory Committee
recommend that Council approve the request to fly the Pan African flag on August 1st observing
Emancipation Day and for staff to acknowledge the day with posts on social media channels.
ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
2023-331 AMEND FLAG RAISING POLICY P-102
MOVED by David Broome, SECONDED by Lorraine Burch that the EDI Advisory Committee
recommends that Council amend the Flag Raising Policy P-102 to include the Pan African flag
raising for Emancipation Day moving forward. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
REQUEST FOR DECISION
REPORT TO: Council
MEETING DATE: July 13, 2023
DEPARTMENT: Corporate and Strategic Management
SUBJECT: Request to Raise Pan-African Flag and amend
Flag Raising and Protocol Policy
ORIGIN: EDI Advisory Committee
Date: July 09, 2023 Prepared by: Jennifer Webber, Communications & Outreach
Date: Reviewed by:
Date: July 10, 2023 Authorized by: Erin Lowe, Deputy CAO
RECOMMENDATION
The Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI) Advisory Committee made two recommendations at their June 27,
2023, meeting. The first motion is consistent with a recommendation brought forward to Council last year to
approve a request to fly the Pan-African flag on August 1, 2023, observing Emancipation Day. The second motion
is to amend the Flag Raising and Protocol Policy P-102 to add this observance to Section 3.03, Subsection (j), (i).
2023-330 FLY PAN-AFRICAN FLAG ON AUGUST 1, 2023
MOVED by Lorraine Burch. Seconded by David Broome that the EDI Advisory Committee recommend that
Council approve the request to fly the Pan African flag on August 1st observing Emancipation Day and for staff to
acknowledge the day with posts on social media channels. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
2023-331 AMEND FLAG RAISING POLICY P-102
MOVED by David Broome, SECONDED by Lorraine Burch that the EDI Advisory Committee recommends that
Council amend the Flag Raising Policy P-102 to include the Pan African flag raising for Emancipation Day moving
forward. ALL IN FAVOUR. MOTION CARRIED.
Since an amendment to Policy P-102 is on the table, Council might consider adding a resolution from the May
25, 1998, Committee of the Whole meeting, later ratified by Council. This flag will be flown annually on the
community flagpole and added to Section 3.03 of Policy P-102.
“May 25, 1998
98-322/326 FLY NORWEGIAN FLAG EACH YEAR
MOVED by Councillor Smith, SECONDED by Deputy Warden Shatford that we recommend to Council that we
receive the Norwegian flag and that we fly same on May 17th each year in recognition of the Norwegian
exposure in this community. CARRIED.”
R e q u e s t f o r D e c i s i o n P a g e | 2
CURRENT SITUATION
Council previously asked the EDI Committee to bring forward an amendment to the Flag Raising Policy to include
a list of pre-approved flags that can be flown without a request from a community organization. Emancipation
Day was supposed to be included in the original amendment but was overlooked.
The Municipality owns a Pan-African flag and already acknowledges the observance on social media through its
‘Holidays and Observances’ process. If approved, the flag will be raised on Tuesday, August 1 and taken down on
Wednesday, August 2.
The Norwegian Flag has been flown annually since 1998.
DISCUSSION
Over the last couple of years, the Municipality has taken a positive approach to recognizing key observances and
days of commemoration that reflect our values as an organization. This small, but important, gesture signals to
our residents and visitors that we honour days such as Emancipation Day and acknowledge the history that
brought us here. Our support seems to be well received in the community.
OPTIONS
OPTION 1 – Approve both motions from the EDI Committee and include the Norwegian Flag in the Flag Flying &
Protocol Policy P-102.
OPTION 2 – Promote Emancipation Day on August 1 by flying the flag but do not amend the Flag Flying Policy.
OPTION 3 – Do nothing for 2023.
IMPLICATIONS
By-Law/Policy
Amendments to the Flag Raising and Protocol Policy P-102 – The Pan-African Flag will be added to the list of pre-
approved flags that the Municipality will raise annually to recognize Emancipation Day (August 1). The
amendments will also include flying the Norwegian Flag on the community pole every year on May 17.
Strategic Priorities
Flying the Pan-African Flag will assist the Municipality in advancing the following Priority Outcomes of the 2021-
24 Strategic Priorities Framework:
Priority Outcomes: Economic Development
1. Position the Municipality as Nova Scotia’s south shore community of choice for residents, businesses,
and organizations, and as an international tourism destination. Recognizing national and international
days of observance signal the Municipality’s commitment to making existing and future residents and
businesses feel welcome and valued.
Priority Outcomes: Healthy & Vibrant Communities
1. Develop an accessibility, diversity, and equity lens for municipal plans and services, and support partners
in advancing accessible and inclusive communities. Recognizing national and international days of
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observance signal the Municipality’s commitment to making existing and future residents and businesses
feel welcome and valued.
Work Program Implications
Public Works Staff will raise flags on observance days. Communications Officer will post online.
Has Legal review been completed? ___ Yes _ _ No X N/A
COMMUNICATIONS (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL)
Emancipation Day will be promoted by staff on the municipal website and social media channels.
See 3.03 j to amend the policy
1st Notice (refer to 2nd notice on July 27th)
Municipality of the District of Chester
Flag Raising & Protocol
Policy
Policy P-103
Effective Date:
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MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF CHESTER
POLICY P-103 FLAG RAISINGS & PROTOCOL POLICY
1 PURPOSE
1.01 The Flag Raisings & Flag Protocol Policy establishes a framework to govern requests
for flag raisings received from the community, and to establish a consistent protocol
for the flying of flags at all municipal buildings, properties, and facilities.
2 PRINCIPLES
2.01 The following underlying principles inform this policy:
(a) The Municipality of Chester recognizes that flags, as symbols of nations,
territories, and community organizations, are important to residents of the
Municipality.
(b) The Municipality is committed to building upon, while maintaining, the rich
heritage of protocol associated with the flying of flags.
(c) As a matter of practice, the Municipality has flown flags at half-mast to mark
periods of official mourning or commemorate solemn occasions important to the
residents.
(d) The Municipality understands the importance and symbology of special flag
raisings to enhance public awareness for diversity and inclusion of marginalized
groups, and to raise awareness of activities such as cultural events and
commemorations that are important to members of our community.
(e) The Municipality recognizes the need to provide a fair and consistent response,
and fair and equitable opportunities for groups or organizations to fly their event
flag from a Community flagpole.
3 POLICY
3.01 Official Flags
(a) The Municipality will fly three official flags permanently, each on their own
flagpole in front of the Municipal Administration Building: the Federal Flag, the
Provincial Flag, and the Official Municipal Flag.
(b) Notwithstanding the above policy, on the occasion of a visiting dignitary Council
may approve the flag of a Nation (foreign governments or United Nations), or
another appropriate flag be flown for the duration of the visit to the Municipality.
Upon approval by Council the dignitary's flag be shall flown below one of the
flags in front of the Administration Building.
(c) Official flags shall be flown in a manner consistent with flag etiquette of the
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Federal Department of Canadian Heritage.
3.02 Half-Masting of Official Flags
(a) The CAO, or their designee, may approve official flags to be flown at half mast to
mark the passing of the following individuals:
Across Canada:
(i) The Sovereign, or a member of the Royal Family related in the first degree to
the Sovereign (spouse, son or daughter, father, mother, brother, or sister).
(ii) The Governor-General or a former Governor General of Canada
(iii) Prime Minister of Canada or former Prime Minister
Within the Province of Nova Scotia:
(iv) The current Lieutenant Governor
(v) The current or a former Premier
Within the Municipality of the District of Chester:
(vi) The current or a former Warden.
(vii) A current or former Councillor of the Municipality.
(viii) A current Municipal employee.
(ix) A person in or from the Municipality of Chester who is lost in active service
while providing “protective services”, including RCMP, Military Personnel and
Firefighters.
(x) On November 11, Remembrance Day.
(b) Other individuals and events (i.e. national or provincial tragedies, national days of
mourning) may be recognized by lowering the flag at the direction of Council or the
CAO in consultation with the Warden. Generally, such decisions are guided by the
practice of the Province of Nova Scotia.
(c) Upon approval of the half-masting of the flag, the CAO or designee, will advise the
Warden, Council and Municipal staff, of the name of the individual, the individual’s
qualification for recognition under this policy and the date of the funeral or
memorial service for the individual.
(d) When approved under Section 3.02 (a) or (b), official flags flown on municipal
properties will be flown at half mast for a period beginning when the Municipality is
notified of the individual's death until sunset on the day of funeral. In the case where
no funeral is held, or if there is to be a memorial service, the half-masting should
take place from the time of notification of death until sunset the following day and
from sunrise to sunset on the day of the memorial service.
3.03 Special Purpose Flags
(a) The community flagpole at the office of the Municipality is designated the special
purpose flagpole for community organizations that request their flag be flown for
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a certain period.
(b) All applications must be reviewed by Council for approval.
(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.
(d) The Community Flagpoles may be used to fly flags:
(i) in honour national or independence days important to the residents of
Municipality
(ii) in support of fund-raising drives important to the residents of the
Municipality.
(iii) to celebrate multi-cultural, social, and civic events important to the residents
Municipality
(iv) to help increase public awareness of the programs, activities, or objectives of
community organizations.
(e) The Community Flagpoles will not be used to fly flags:
(i) of political parties or political organizations.
(ii) of religious groups or the celebration of religious event.
(iii) that promote or symbolize social or racial intolerance, violence, or hatred.
(iv) if the intent is to defame the integrity of Council.
(v) representing or advertising commercial operations or organizations.
(vi) in support of fund-raising drives that are political or religious in nature.
(vii) in support of groups, organizations, or events that promote beliefs contrary
to any other Municipal policy.
(f) Council may deny requests if the event or organization has no direct relationship of
the Municipality.
(g) The public will be advised of the significance of the community organization's flag
being flown through social media or other communication efforts on the part of the
Municipality in collaboration with the community organization.
(h) When there is no community organization flag on the community flagpole, a
branded municipal flag will be flown.
(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
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flags are:
(i) Pan-African flag – first two weeks of February (African Heritage Month) and
August 1 (Emancipation Day).
(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) Norwegian flag – May 17.
(v) Pride flag – first two weeks of June (Pride Month).
(vi) All Children Matter flag - September 30 (National Day for Truth &
Reconciliation/Orange Shirt Day).
3.04 Municipal Flag
(a) Council may consider requests to fly a Municipal flag by residents of the Municipality
or organizations.
(b) Council will not approve requests for other uses of a Municipal Flag whose group or
organization's undertakings or philosophies are contrary to the Municipality’s
policies or by-laws, espouse racism, violence, or hatred.
(c) The Municipal flag shall not be flown at events or by groups who advocate or
support social or racial intolerance, the overthrow of any government or civil
disobedience.
(d) Persons flying a Municipal flag shall ensure that the propriety rights for the
Municipality are protected. The Municipality reserves the right to reclaim any
Municipal flag.
(e) Designated public buildings (Provincial and Federal Governments, Royal Canadian
Legions, Fire Departments, Community Halls, Schools, and Libraries) may fly the
Municipal flag and would be available free of charge to fly on Federal, and Provincial
Government buildings and at cost to other public buildings.
(f) Upon approval of council, individuals or organizations may purchase a Municipal flag
at cost plus an administrative fee established in the Fee Policy but cannot be
purchased for resale.
(g) The Municipal flag may be loaned on a temporary basis for a major community
function upon the approval of Municipal Council or designated staff. A signing out
process shall be in place.
4 PROCEDURES
(a) Applications to fly a special purpose flag are to be submitted a minimum of one
month prior to the date the group anticipates having the flag flown. A calendar
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will be maintained by Municipal Clerk, or designee, to confirm availability.
(b) Consideration will be given to the order in which requests are received.
(c) All requests to fly a special purpose flag must be received in writing and state:
(i) The significance of the flag.
(ii) The requested duration to fly the flag.
(iii) A contact person to coordinate logistics (name, organization, phone number,
email).
(d) Flag flying requests are approved on a first-come, first-serve basis.
(e) Provided that the flag and all necessary ropes and attachments have been
provided by the requesting organization, Municipal staff will raise and lower the
flag in accordance with the terms of the permission granted.
5 DEFINITIONS
5.01 “CAO” means the Chief Administrative Officer of the Municipality of the District of
Chester.
5.02 “Community Flagpole” means any flagpole on Municipal property designated for
Community Flag Raisings.
5.03 “Council” means the elected officials that make up the Council of the Municipality of
the District of Chester.
5.04 “Branded Municipal Flag” means the flag of the Municipality of the District of Chester
that displays the Municipality’s branded logo.
5.05 “Federal Flag” means the Canadian flag.
5.06 “Municipality” means the Municipality of the District of Chester.
5.07 “Official flags” means the Federal, Provincial or Official Municipal flag.
5.08 “Official Municipal Flag” means the flag of the Municipality of the District of Chester
that displays the Municipal Crest.
5.09 “Provincial Flag” means the Nova Scotia flag.
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ADOPTION/AMENDMENT INFORMATION
Date Reason for Adoption/Amendment
2023 Amendments:
• Addition to 3.03 j (i) and (iv)
Annotation for Official Policy Book
Reason for Adoption Amendments:
• Addition to 3.03 j (i) and (iv)
Notice of Intention to Adopt Council - July 13, 2023
Date of First Notice at Council Council - July 13, 2023
Date of Second Notice at Council Council – July 27, 2023
Effective Date July 27, 2023
I certify that this Policy was amended by Council as indicated above.
_______________________________________
Pamela M. Myra, Municipal Clerk Date
Royal Canadian Legion,
Branch # 24
78 Churchill Street
Bridgewater, Nova Scotia
B4V 1R7
June 30, 2023,
Your Worship Warden Allen Webber
Re: Remembrance Day Flyby
In previous years, we have attempted to coordinate Fly Overs during the November 11th ceremonies in our
areas. We would like to do the same again this year with your support.
We are again planning to conduct flybys over the following communities: Bridgewater, Chester, Chester
Basin, Lunenburg, Mahone Bay, New Germany, New Ross, Chelsea and Western Shore. (These communities
were selected based on the most direct aircraft approaches.)
If you would like your community to again participate and experience this flyby and because time is of the
essence, I will need the following information from you as soon as possible.
- Letter of support from the Mayor allowing a low-level flyby as low as 500’ over your community;
- Name, e-mail address and telephone number of a contact person.
- Please send the letter directly to me via email in Word or PDF format
- Address the letter to:
- A3 Special Events
- 1 Canadian Air Division
- Po Box 17000 Stn Forces
- Winnipeg, Manitoba, R3J 3Y5
Military flybys are usually confirmed one week prior to the event and are subject to availability of aircraft,
weather and other military commitments. The flight plans and the final list of towns that will participate are
at the discretion of the Special Events Coordinator.
If you have any questions or require additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me at 902-521-
8221 or e-mail mdhennessey@outlook.com
Yours in Comradeship
Dan Hennessey
Chairman November 11th Committee
Dan Hennessey
1st Vice President
Bridgewater Branch #24
Royal Canadian Legion
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Pam Myra (she/her)
From:Floyd Shatford
Sent:July 4, 2023 10:14 PM
To:Mitchell Sabine
Cc:Pam Myra (she/her)
Subject:Re: Mill Lake Community Garbage Area
I will add it to our next Council meeting. Thanks for bringing it to my attention.
Deputy Warden Floyd Shatford Municipality of the District of Chester 902-275-7868
FLOYD SHATFORD
District #2
902-857-9817
902-275-7868
Consider the environment. Do you really need to print this email?
On Jul 4, 2023, at 7:41 PM, Mitchell Sabine <mitch81james@gmail.com> wrote:
** EXTERNAL EMAIL **
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Dear Councillor Shatford,
Please see the attached email chain.
I am contacting you regarding the poor state of the Dauphinee's Mill Lake Community Waste Facilities. I
have attempted to address my concerns with the municipality but sadly, have not received a response.
Nor have any of the suggested changes been made. I would appreciate if you would investigate this
matter on my behalf as I feel some changes need to be effected. Additionally, I would appreciate a
response as to why there seems to be a lack of accountability in following up with residents about
legitamate concerns.
Should you have any questions or require additional information please do not hesitate to contact me.
Kind regards,
Mitchell Sabine
496 Mill Lake Road No.1
---------- Forwarded message ---------
From: Tami Clarke (she/her) <tclarke@chester.ca>
Date: Thu, May 4, 2023, 3:25 p.m.
Subject: Mill Lake Community Garbage Area
To: Tammy Harnish <tharnish@chester.ca>
Hi Tammy,
2
I hope you are having a great afternoon so far.
Resident, Mitchell (Mitchell is copied on this email) called me about the Mill Lake Community garbage
area a few minutes ago. Mitchell is hoping that the following can be addressed:
1. 3rd dumpster added (or another option) - community is growing and requires additional space
for waste, summer residents coming back soon
2. Accessibility for those who can’t lift bags into dumpster – seniors live in the area and have
trouble lifting waste into bins
3. Signs put up to indicate where to put bulky items, etc.
Mitchell and other residents have been picking up garbage when it gets left outside of bins, torn up by
animals, etc. and are looking for some solutions.
Mitchell’s contact info:
Address: 496 Mill Lake Rd #1
Email:
Phone:
If there is anything I can do to assist, please let me know, and thanks so much for your help with this, it
is appreciated!
Best,
Tami
REQUEST FOR DECISION
REPORT TO: Municipal Council
MEETING DATE: July 13, 2023
DEPARTMENT: Community Development & Recreation
SUBJECT: Designated Community Fund
ORIGIN: Designated Community Fund Requests
Date: July 5, 2023 Prepared by: Chad Haughn, Director of Community Development & Recreation
Date: July 6, 2023 Authorized by: Tara Maguire, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION
That Council provide a Designated Community Fund Grant to Chester Minor Hockey in the amount of $3000.00.
BACKGROUND
The Municipality of Chester has a Designated Community Fund Policy (P-77) which provides an opportunity for
individuals or businesses to donate funds to the Municipality with direction that it be deposited into a
Designated Community Fund Account for a specific group. The donor receives a charitable donation receipt for
their contribution. After a period of time, the community organization requests a Designated Community Fund
Grant from the Municipality equivalent to the funds collected.
DISCUSSION
Chester Minor Hockey has followed the policy by establishing a Designated Community Fund Account and is now
formally requesting the grant payment (see attached request). Chester Minor Hockey is planning to use the
money to help purchase jerseys for the U15 team. Department of Finance staff have confirmed that there is
$3000.00 in the Chester Minor Hockey Designated Community Fund Account.
OPTIONS
1. Approve the Designated Community Fund Grants as requested.
2. Do not approve the Designated Community Fund Grants and request additional information from staff.
IMPLICATIONS
By-Law/Policy
If Council approves the grant payment, they will have adhered to the process outlined in the Designated
Community Fund Policy (P-77).
Financial/budgetary
Payment of the grant in the amount of $3000.00 is equivalent to the amount of funds collected. Approval of this
request will have no impact on the Council budget for 2023-24.
Environmental
NA
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Strategic Priorities
NA
Work Program Implications
NA
Has Legal review been completed? ___ Yes _ _ No _X_ N/A
ATTACHMENTS
1. Email request for a Designated Community Fund Grant from Vanessa Stevens, President of Chester
Minor Hockey, dated June 28, 2023.
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Pam Myra (she/her)
From:Vanessa Stevens
Sent:June 28, 2023 9:49 AM
To:Cosette Howlett (she/her); Chad Haughn
Subject:DCF Withdraw Request
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Good morning,
I am requesting to withdraw $3000 from the Chester MHA Designated Community fund that was put
there to purchase U15 jerseys for the upcoming season.
Warmest regards
Vanessa Stevens
Past President CMHA
Western Regional Director HNSMC
Sent from my iPhone
District Grants 2023-2024
Updated July 4, 2023
Requested Approved Date Approved
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
District 1 Community Centre: Parking Lot Repairs 3,000.00$
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 300.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 9,700.00$
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
Hubbards & Area Business Association: Community Garden 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ June 8, 2023
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 1,300.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 8,700.00$
Chester Playhouse Society: Reopening Celebrations 2,000.00$ 1,000.00$ June 8, 2023
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 1,300.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 8,700.00$
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 300.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 9,700.00$
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
Royal Canadian Legion, Western Shore: 4 special events 2,500.00$ 1,850.00$ May 18, 2023
Royal Canadian Legion, Western Shore: Flower Pots at Wild Rose Park 660.00$ 660.00$ June 29, 2023
Together We Can Community Society: Flower Pots & Wreaths at Wild Rose Park 660.00$ 660.00$ June 29, 2023
Western Shore & Area Improvement Association: Flower Pots at WRP 2,420.00$ 2,420.00$ June 29, 2023
Western Shore & District Fire Dept.: Flower Pots, Wreaths & Garden Party 2,420.00$ 2,420.00$ June 29, 2023
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 8,310.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 1,690.00$
Charing Cross Garden Club: 70th Anniversary &Flower Show 500.00$ 500.00$ June 29, 2023
Forties Community Centre: Oktoberfest 500.00$ 500.00$ Apirl 13, 2023
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
New Ross Community Care Centre: Community Engaagement Initiatives 2,000.00$ 2,000.00$ June 29, 2023
Royal Canadian Legion, Br. 79, New Ross: Canada Day & Remembranc Day 1,000.00$ 1,000.00$ June 29, 2023
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 4,300.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 5,700.00$
Chester Playhouse Society: Reopening Celebrations 2,000.00$ 1,000.00$ June 8, 2023
FHCS Prom Committee 300.00$ 300.00$ April 27, 2023
District 7
TOTAL FUNDS APPROVED 1,300.00$
TOTAL FUNDS REMAINING 8,700.00$
Total Funds Approved 17,110.00$
District Grant Budget 2023-2024 70,000.00$
Remaining Funds 52,890.00$
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MUNICIPALITY OF THE DISTRICT OF CHESTER
"` DISTRICT GRANT APPLICATION
Deadline to Apply: No deadline
District #1 Blandford Con
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Chairperson
30 Firehall rd, Blandford, NS BO
Phone: Cell:
Date: June 21, 2023
Signature of Signing Officer and position ith Organization:
Position: Chairperson
Endorsement cherk box) i declare I am a member of the organization and have authority to submit this application.
Note: Feel fi
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AMOUNT REQUESTED: $ 3000.00
MUNICIPAL DISTRICT # I
y Please provide a brief description of your project or event.
Our parking lot has some pretty big holes, we feel this is a danger to people visiting our
centre to ensure they do not fall due to falling in a hole or being off balance. We have
people of all ages attending our centre with a lot of functions based on seniors and
childern. We had a quote from Town & country to repair these holes, they are past just
being filled and need to have patches replaced. With the events being minimal in the
past few years our income is not up there, last year we ended the year in a negative and
therefore have no extra funds to do extra repairs needed besides keeping the building
running.
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Please describe the positive effects your project will have on the community how it
supports the Municipal .. l Strategic Priorities Framework (to weer the Priorities document click
the attached link or copy and paste it in your browser.)
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Healthy and vibrant communities ensuring that our residents have safe accessibility to
our r retio al facility Our community centre is well attended by the members of our
district and surrounding areas. We aim to keep this building safely a ssible and
useable for indoor and outdoor recreation.
4) If you have previously received any grants from the Municipality, have you submitted the Final Repo
Yes 6000 No If No, please sub rr it your Final Report as soon as possible.
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OR mall a hard copy to:
Recreation & Parks Services
Municipality of the District of Chester
186 Central Street, PO Box 369
Chester NS BOJ li
if you have any questions, please callus 902-275- 90..
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