Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMay 9, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe meeting was called to order with Warden Gregory in thechair at 6:03 pm.AttendanceCouncillors present:Linda Gregory, WardenJimmy MacAlpine, Deputy WardenRandall Amero, CouncillorDavid Tudor, CouncillorStaff present:Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative OfficerGordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative OfficerCora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryRegrets:Maritza Adams, CouncillorPrayerWarden Gregory asked everyone to pause to seek guidance forthe meeting. AgendaWarden Gregory added Medical Students as New Business# 2. Deputy Warden MacAlpine added an item to InCamera.MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved asamended.MOTION CARRIEDHearings & PresentationsBob Sweeney – DigbyMunicipal FireAssociationMOVED and seconded that Mr. Bob Sweeney from theDigby Municipal Fire Association come before the committee to make a presentation.MOTION CARRIEDMr. Sweeney thanked Council for the opportunity to speakto Council. Mr. Sweeney would like to see a feasibilitystudy done. The Municipality of Clare went through theprocess of a feasibility study and the fire service has done
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMay 9, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2great since.A question and answer period followed Mr. Sweeney’spresentation. Council asked whether the Association is also looking into a sustainability study as well. Council madethe comment that if the feasibility study went forward, itwould review the sustainability of all fire departments. Itwas also discussed that perhaps it might be easier to recruit volunteers if the gear and equipment were updated. It wasnoted that there might be a possibility that some firedepartments might shut down as a result of the feasibilitystudy. Council advised the Association that they need toknow what it is they would like to get from the study, theTerms of Reference.Warden Gregory asked that the departments introducethemselves and provided each department with a chance tospeak to Council on behalf of their department.There were 9 fire departments present. Chief Lee Wentzell,Digby Neck; Chief Walley Devries, Westport; Chief Gerald Moore, Freeport; Paulette Walker, Digby; Chief DarrylJelfs, Bear River; Chief Roy Mullen, Weymouth; ChiefRobert Sweeney, Plympton; Chief Dwayne Haight, Smith’sCove; and Chief Cromwell, Southville (late).The representatives from each department were given achance to speak. Comments from the departments included:Fire departments should maintain a certain level ofservice.Would like to see the Association be able to have thesame results as the Municipality of Clare.Would not want to lose any fire departments as aresult of the feasibility study.Fire departments are in desperate need of newequipment, vehicles and in some cases buildings.Doug Cromwell from Southville was late for the meeting and it was agreed to go on with other business until hearrived.MinutesApril 11, 2011MOVED and seconded that the minutes of April 11, 2011 beapproved as circulated.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMay 9, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3Business Arising/OldBusiness#1 Tax Exemption Request – Good Samaritan CommunityChurchThe CAO had been directed after the last meeting to contactthe Good Samaritan Community Church to see when theyintend to build their church. There has been no response.This item will be added to the next Council agenda.#2 Nova Scotians forEqualization FairnessDeputy Warden MacAlpine has no further information at this time, but will have it available for the May Councilagenda.Other Business ArisingDeputy WardenMacAlpineNo Business ArisingCouncillor AmeroNo Business ArisingCouncillor AdamsAbsent. Warden Gregory noted that Councillor Adams’mother-in-law passed away.Councillor TudorNo Business ArisingWarden GregoryNo Business ArisingNew Business#1 Digby Elementary– Funding Request –Ocean Blue Fun RunThe Ocean Blue Fun Run takes place in June.MOVED and seconded that the funding request for the Ocean Blue Fun Run be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#2 Medical StudentsA letter was received by Southwest Health asking if theMunicipality and the Town would consider offering medical students or residents bursaries while they are still inschool, in lieu of signing bonuses. For example, offer them$25,000 per year for the 4 years of medical school for a 4
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMay 9, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4year return of service to Digby.It was mentioned that students need to be aware that theycould be working in Weymouth and Bear River as well. Warden Gregory will mention it.There was a discussion on the terms of the contract and theconsequences of students changing their mind and wanting to buy it out.MOVED and seconded that Council consider a medicalstudent bursary while they are still in school, which wouldequal half of $25,000 per year for 4 years.MOTION CARRIEDChief Administrative ReportThe CAO report dated May 9, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package.MeetingsThe By-law and Policy meeting on June 6, 2011 conflictswith FCM. It was agreed to hold this meeting on May 30, 2011 since there was no meeting scheduled for that date.Joshua Slocum MonumentMr. Hersey provided Council with some pictures of the Joshua Slocum monument as well as a quote for repairs.Council agreed that the costing was good for the repairs.It was agreed that permission must be obtained from theproperty owners to allow people to view the monument on the property as well as go on the property to fix it.Request forDecisions/DirectionNILDepartment ReportsTaxationThe Taxation report for April 2011 was included in the meeting package. Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection ReportThe Building Inspection report for April 2011 was included in the meeting package. Environmental ServicesThe Environmental Services report for April 2011 wasincluded in the meeting package.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMay 9, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Airport/DispatchThe Airport/Dispatch report for April 2011 was included inthe meeting package. Council discussed the possibility of having dispatch recruit additional business. The Deputy CAO advised that it hasbeen discussed. It could be handled in two ways; thedispatch supervisor could solicit customers, or electedofficials could approach the wardens of neighboring municipalities to see if there is any interest.MOVED and seconded that research be done in regards to a fee schedule and what levels of service could be offered bythe dispatch department at the Airport.MOTION CARRIEDDog Control Activityand Financial ReportN/ACoordinator Program DevelopmentThe Coordinator Program Development report for April2011 was included in the meeting package.Other BusinessN/ADigby Municipal FireAssociation –ContinuedMOVED and seconded that Mr. Doug Cromwell from the Southville Fire Department come before Council.MOTION CARRIEDMr. Cromwell provided Council with an overview of theresults of the feasibility study that was done in Clare. Therewas $1,000,000 borrowed over 10 years, which was used tobuy trucks, halls, and equipment for the departments mostin need. Council has the final decision on where the moneyis allocated. The fire area rate is used to pay off the loan.The feasibility study was hired out to a retired chief from another area. It was noted that the Digby Municipal Fire Associationwould have a majority vote after the feasibility study wascompleted.Warden Gregory thanked the Association for coming andpresenting to Council.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMay 9, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Updates fromPrevious meetingsThe updates from previous meetings were included in the CAO report.Special Projects UpdatesThe special projects updates were included in the CAOreport.Strategic Priorities UpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/AComments from theGalleryN/ARecessThere was a 5 minute recess before proceeding in camera.In Camera MOVED and seconded that the meeting proceed in camerato discuss a contractual issue.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15 PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and askedeveryone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. WardenGregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaMOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsLise LeBlanc - N-Viro Systems Canada LPMOVED and seconded that Ms. Lise LeBlanc from N-ViroSystems Canada LP, come before Council to make a presentation.MOTION CARRIED Ms. LeBlanc gave a presentation outlining N-Viro SystemsCanada’s (NVSA) facility, product uses, testing standards,and environmental considerations. NVSA is a safe,sustainable fertilizer for agriculture and is a cheap source ofnutrients for farmers. Farmers must have a 3 year NutrientManagement plan before they can purchase the product. NS is the only province that does this. NS has the strongestregulations in Canada. There was a question and answer period that followed thepresentation. Warden Gregory thanked her for the presentation.Simone Wilson, Bear River’s 400 AnniversaryOrganizing Committeeand Historical SocietyMOVED and seconded that Ms. Simone Wilson from BearRiver’s 400thAnniversary Organizing Committee andHistorical Society come before Council to make apresentation.MOTION CARRIED Mrs. Wilson gave a presentation on the history of Bear River.Bear River’s 400thAnniversary will be a huge celebration forthe community with many components. The committeewould like the Municipality as a partner in this event, and have requested municipal funding as well. Warden Gregorythanked her for the presentation.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2Minutes February 28, 2011MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council of February 28, 2011 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness NIL#1 ADEDA of ADEDA Funding &GovernanceAgreement The CAO noted that this is the same draft that was presented to COTW two weeks ago. The othermunicipalities are approving it as well.MOVED and seconded that Council approve the ADEDAFunding and Governance Agreement.MOTION CARRIEDADEDA –Appointment of Councillor to new boardMOVED and seconded that Councillor Amero be appointedto the ADEDA Board.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Warden Gregory be the alternate member to the ADEDA Board.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine – Highway303 Councillor MacAlpine asked if the sidewalk upgrades werecompleted after the installation of the third lane. The CAOnoted that there is still some work to be completed and willbe considered in the upcoming budget process. Councillor MacAlpine noted his concern with the newHighway 303 in Conway. He stated that the lines need to beredone especially in front of Canadian Tire. He has beenapproached by many people with concerns about this area. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theDepartment of Transportation asking when they intend to repaint the lines.MOTION CARRIED Council will be meeting with the Department ofTransportation on April 18, 2011, which should bementioned as well in the letter.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3Councillor TudorEmergency Plan –Westport Ferry Councillor Tudor has yet to meet with MLA Harold Jr. Theriault regarding the emergency plan for the Westport Ferry.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 ADEDA – Budget 2011-2012 All Councillors agreed that this is a good investment. TheProvince and ACOA has increased their funding by$10,000, which will make the Municipal share increase by$3,000 on top of the increase that was already projected.MOVED and seconded that Council approve the revised2011-2012 budget for ADEDA.MOTION CARRIED#2 Le Transport deClare Society –Request for Councillorto sit on their Board ofDirectors Le Transport de Clare Society provides a community basedservice which includes people from Weymouth to Barton with door to door service. The Society will be holding quarterly meetings and wouldlike to have municipal representation present so that theycan be aware of their operations. There was a discussion as to whether it would be a conflictof interest for Council to sit on this committee, and it wasdetermined that it wasn’t. This organization is providing acommunity based service. Councillor Amero agreed to serve on this board, however;he won’t be able to attend the first meeting which is scheduled for April 7, 2011.MOVED and seconded that Councillor Amero be appointedto the Le Transport de Clare Society Board of Directors.MOTION CARRIED#3 Westport FireDepartment –EmergencyCommunications &Paging There was a discussion on the operation of the TMR. In2006 this discussion was addressed and this is the 3rdtime. Their contract is about to run out and it isn’t 10 years old yet. TMR is working just fine for the RCMP and EHS with no dead spots. VHF is what all the Fire Departments use. TheMunicipality uses this system to page out Fire Departments and to communicate with them once they are on site. The estimated price for a new system in 2006 was $26,900 for an upgrade. If a JEP application is considered for this situation there is a need to guarantee funds for the other halfbefore the application is processed. A meeting with the Chief is required before the application is administered. It was also asked that more information beprovided before a decision was to be made.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4MOVED and seconded that a meeting be establishedbetween the CAO, Councillor Tudor and the Fire Chief to have more dialogue in regards to this issue.MOTION CARRIED The Deputy CAO will make arrangements for a meeting onthe Islands.#4 Destination Southwest NovaAssociation – 2011-12 Municipal InvestmentMOVED and seconded that the request from DestinationSouthwest Nova Association be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#5 Minister John MacDonnell – OneYear Notice, Corrections, Housingand Education Costs The Province has decided not to honour the Memorandumof Understanding (MOU) which will result in the Provincestopping taking on additional costs for public housing,corrections and education. These changes will be taking place in 2012-2013. The impact on each municipal unitwill be different. The Province has left this to the municipalities to take care of. The UNSM executive is verydisappointed. MOVED and seconded that a letter be sent to Mayor Billy Joe MacLean, president of UNSM concerning the Provincesreneging on the memorandum of understanding. A carbon-copy is to be sent to MLA Junior Theriault. MOTION CARRIED It was discussed that this as well as the impacts of the CAPwould be good to discuss with the MLA. #6 FUNDYweb Broadband Board –Motion to Divest FBBAssets At the last FUNDYweb Broadband (FBB) meeting, it wasagreed to seek the approval of member partners for thedivestiture of the assets of FBB, therefore, effectivelywinding up and dissolving the FBB. MOVED and seconded that in accordance with Subsection 32 (1) of the Municipal Services Agreement – FUNDYwebBroadband Board, that approval be given to divest the assets of FUNDYweb Broadband subject to appropriatearrangements being put in place to protect current systemusers and legal assurance that there are no re-payment encumbrances (other than vesting of assets and liabilities tothe partners in proportion to ownership interests at the timeof dissolution).”MOTION CARRIED#7 FCM International – Volunteer Municipalities Needed FCM is currently recruiting Canadian municipalities toimplement local economic development projects in Mali, Vietnam, and Bolivia. Missions will take place betweenMay 2011 and June 2011. There was no interest by Councilto participate.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5#8 Southville FireDepartment – HST Rebate Denied Councillor Amero had a meeting with the Southville FireDepartment who advised him that they have missed theHST rebate deadline by 4 weeks as their bookkeeper did not have things up-to-date, which they were unaware of.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to ServiceNova Scotia and Municipal Relations requesting that theyreverse the decision that has been made to deny the HSTrebate for the Southville Fire Department. It was also requested that the letter outline that rural communities are mostly volunteer and this is money thatthey are entitled to.MOTION CARRIED#9 Digby Municipal Fire Association –Burn Trailer The Digby Municipal Fire Association is looking forfunding to help train local firefighters. The letter did notoutline the cost of the training, but it was mentioned that itwould be $160 for the 1 day course and $250 for the 2 daycourse. More information is required and will be obtained so that adecision can be made on this request at the next COTWmeeting. The CAO will look into whether there are any funds left in the current budget that could be used.#10 Digby Municipal Fire Association –Surplus Computers All Fire Departments are in need of computers. They haverequested that as computers become available within the Municipality that are no longer needed, that the Municipality donate them to the fire departments. It was agreed that this item be taken to a Policy and Bylawmeeting to be further discussed.CAO Report Dumpster Signs -Freeport The CAO report for March 28, 2011 was included in the meeting package. It was noted that the dumpster signs have been placed.Request forDecision/DirectionCouncil Meeting Dates Due to Council being scheduled on Easter Monday, theCouncil meeting for April will be held on April 26th. TheCouncil meeting for May had been scheduled on VictoriaDay, therefore, the meeting will be changed to May 24th.MeetingDates/Reminders Noted above.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$330,217.01 for the month of February 2011 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Financial ReportN/ACorrespondenceProvincial Reverse ofKings County RezoningApplication There was a discussion of Council regarding the approachthe Province has taken with the reversal of the rezoning application from Kings County. Council is concerned with the lack of municipal consultation by the Province whenmaking decisions. It was noted that the decision to move the agriculture officein Weymouth and the Registry office in Weymouth shouldalso be brought up.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to UNSM inregards to Council’s concerns with how the Provincialgovernment has handled the decision to move the Registry Office in Weymouth, the Agriculture Office in Weymouth, and the rezoning of Kings’ County land, and note that Councildoesn’t feel that there has been appropriateconsultation with municipalities.MOTION CARRIEDCouncil CommitteesRecommendations to Council fromCommittee of theWholeN/ARecommendations to Council from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeN/AAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source WaterProtection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeehas a meeting scheduled for March 30, 2011. Councillor Adams will be unable to attend.MOVED and seconded that Mr. Bill LeBlanc be appointedas citizen representative to the Digby Source WaterProtection Advisory Committee.MOTION CARRIEDHeritage AdvisoryCommittee The Heritage Advisory Committee minutes for March 2011were included in the meeting package.MOVED and seconded that Council appoint Ms. LouiseMullen as citizen representative to the Heritage Advisory Committee.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7Planning AdvisoryCommittee The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) minutes forAugust 2009 were included in the meeting package. Thereis a public meeting scheduled for April 27, 2011 at 7:00 pm. The PAC met in March and they met the new members.The possibility of small windmills for commercial use was brought forward. Chris Millier was present and it was avery productive meeting.Police AdvisoryCommittee There is a Police Advisory Committee meeting scheduledfor April 5, 2011.REMO AdvisoryCommittee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutes from November 2010 were included in the meeting package. There has been no meeting since the last report.Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on in November 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis. A report was just received and will be included in the Aprilmeeting package.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup The Deputy CAO has sent an update of what has takenplace. There has been no meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for March 2011 were included in themeeting package. Also included was the Acting ManagerDirector’s Report. There was a letter from the Minister ofTransportation regarding the Digby Ferry also included inthe meeting package. The old ADEDA board has dismantled. A new board hasbeen set up.Digby Annapolis Development Corp The DADC has not met since the last Council meeting.Digby Area LearningAssociation The DALA minutes for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. They met at the end of February and another meeting will take place this week.Digby Area Tourism Association Councillor Tudor couldn’t make the last meeting but wastold that Mr. Rene LeBlanc has resigned. The minutes willbe forwarded to Council.Digby Area Recreation Committee DARC hasn’t had a meeting this month due to the Senior’s Curling Championships. There were over 200 volunteersfor this event.MOVED and seconded that letters of appreciation be sent to the volunteers of the Senior’s Curling Championshipsletting them know how much it meant to this area to havethem volunteer.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8 It was also suggested that a thank-you note be put in the Coastline and the Courier. The letters of appreciation could be handed out at the BBQbeing held by DARC for all the volunteers.MOTION CARRIEDDigby Harbour Port Association The Digby Harbour Port Association will be meeting thisweek.Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the last report. There is a board meeting scheduled for April. Thereare interviews being held on March 29, 2011 for theExecutive Director position. There are very goodcandidates being interviewed.Fundyweb Broadband The Fundyweb Broadband minutes from September 2010were included in the package.Industrial Commission The next Industrial Commission meeting is scheduled forMarch 29, 2011. Councillor Amero will be attending andCouncillor MacAlpine isn’t sure if he will be able to attend.Hanse Society Councillor Amero attended the last meeting. There are plans for an adventure park to be put along side ofthe wildlife park, which was their main topic of discussion.Kings TransitAuthority Councillor Amero couldn’t attend the last Kings TransitAuthority meeting as it was scheduled for early morning.They have changed the next meeting to evening andCouncillor Amero hopes to attend.MEDIC The MEDIC minutes for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. There is a scheduled meeting for March29, 2011 regarding the interns from Dalhousie University.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee minutes from January 2011were included in the meeting package. The Senior SafetyCommittee was supposed to meet a couple weeks ago, but didn’t due to the lack of a quorum. MOVED and seconded that Council re-appoint Muriel Goguen as citizen representative for the Senior SafetyCommittee. MOTION CARRIEDSouthwest Biosphere Councillor Tudor attended the Southwest Biospheremeeting. An action plan was requested. The committeehad some extra money which has been returned to the Province. Councillor Tudor has been assigned to a new committeewhich will meet twice in April.Tideview Terrace August 23, 2011 is the date that has been set for TideviewTerrace to move to their new location. They are looking for volunteers to help.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia9 The next meeting is scheduled for March 29, 2011.Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for February 2011 as well asmanager and staff reports for March 2011were included inthe meeting package. Deputy Warden MacAlpine reported that the action plans for 2011-12 was approved at the last meeting. There was apresentation from an ADEDA and ACOA representative.They are looking at using compostable waste in theMunicipality. MOVED and seconded that Council invite Mr. Harvey fromADEDA to come before Council to do the same presentationas he did to the Waste Check Board.MOTION CARRIEDWestern Counties Regional Library There is a Western Counties Regional Library meeting scheduled for April.Council Activity Reports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Simone Wilson, Bear River’s 400thAnniversaryOrganizing Committeeand Historical SocietyMOVED and seconded that the request from Ms. Wilson onbehalf of Bear River’s 400thAnniversary OrganizingCommittee and Historical Society be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia10AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:12PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and askedeveryone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. WardenGregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaMOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsLise LeBlanc - N-Viro Systems Canada LPMOVED and seconded that Ms. Lise LeBlanc from N-ViroSystems Canada LP, come before Council to make a presentation.MOTION CARRIED Ms. LeBlanc gave a presentation outlining N-Viro SystemsCanada’s (NVSA) facility, product uses, testing standards,and environmental considerations. NVSA is a safe,sustainable fertilizer for agriculture and is a cheap source ofnutrients for farmers. Farmers must have a 3 year NutrientManagement plan before they can purchase the product. NS is the only province that does this. NS has the strongestregulations in Canada. There was a question and answer period that followed thepresentation. Warden Gregory thanked her for the presentation.Simone Wilson, Bear River’s 400 AnniversaryOrganizing Committeeand Historical SocietyMOVED and seconded that Ms. Simone Wilson from BearRiver’s 400thAnniversary Organizing Committee andHistorical Society come before Council to make apresentation.MOTION CARRIED Mrs. Wilson gave a presentation on the history of Bear River.Bear River’s 400thAnniversary will be a huge celebration forthe community with many components. The committeewould like the Municipality as a partner in this event, and have requested municipal funding as well. Warden Gregorythanked her for the presentation.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2Minutes February 28, 2011MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council of February 28, 2011 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness NIL#1 ADEDA of ADEDA Funding &GovernanceAgreement The CAO noted that this is the same draft that was presented to COTW two weeks ago. The othermunicipalities are approving it as well.MOVED and seconded that Council approve the ADEDAFunding and Governance Agreement.MOTION CARRIEDADEDA –Appointment of Councillor to new boardMOVED and seconded that Councillor Amero be appointedto the ADEDA Board.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Warden Gregory be the alternate member to the ADEDA Board.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine – Highway303 Councillor MacAlpine asked if the sidewalk upgrades werecompleted after the installation of the third lane. The CAOnoted that there is still some work to be completed and willbe considered in the upcoming budget process. Councillor MacAlpine noted his concern with the newHighway 303 in Conway. He stated that the lines need to beredone especially in front of Canadian Tire. He has beenapproached by many people with concerns about this area. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theDepartment of Transportation asking when they intend to repaint the lines.MOTION CARRIED Council will be meeting with the Department ofTransportation on April 18, 2011, which should bementioned as well in the letter.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3Councillor TudorEmergency Plan –Westport Ferry Councillor Tudor has yet to meet with MLA Harold Jr. Theriault regarding the emergency plan for the Westport Ferry.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 ADEDA – Budget 2011-2012 All Councillors agreed that this is a good investment. TheProvince and ACOA has increased their funding by$10,000, which will make the Municipal share increase by$3,000 on top of the increase that was already projected.MOVED and seconded that Council approve the revised2011-2012 budget for ADEDA.MOTION CARRIED#2 Le Transport deClare Society –Request for Councillorto sit on their Board ofDirectors Le Transport de Clare Society provides a community basedservice which includes people from Weymouth to Barton with door to door service. The Society will be holding quarterly meetings and wouldlike to have municipal representation present so that theycan be aware of their operations. There was a discussion as to whether it would be a conflictof interest for Council to sit on this committee, and it wasdetermined that it wasn’t. This organization is providing acommunity based service. Councillor Amero agreed to serve on this board, however;he won’t be able to attend the first meeting which is scheduled for April 7, 2011.MOVED and seconded that Councillor Amero be appointedto the Le Transport de Clare Society Board of Directors.MOTION CARRIED#3 Westport FireDepartment –EmergencyCommunications &Paging There was a discussion on the operation of the TMR. In2006 this discussion was addressed and this is the 3rdtime. Their contract is about to run out and it isn’t 10 years old yet. TMR is working just fine for the RCMP and EHS with no dead spots. VHF is what all the Fire Departments use. TheMunicipality uses this system to page out Fire Departments and to communicate with them once they are on site. The estimated price for a new system in 2006 was $26,900 for an upgrade. If a JEP application is considered for this situation there is a need to guarantee funds for the other halfbefore the application is processed. A meeting with the Chief is required before the application is administered. It was also asked that more information beprovided before a decision was to be made.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4MOVED and seconded that a meeting be establishedbetween the CAO, Councillor Tudor and the Fire Chief to have more dialogue in regards to this issue.MOTION CARRIED The Deputy CAO will make arrangements for a meeting onthe Islands.#4 Destination Southwest NovaAssociation – 2011-12 Municipal InvestmentMOVED and seconded that the request from DestinationSouthwest Nova Association be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#5 Minister John MacDonnell – OneYear Notice, Corrections, Housingand Education Costs The Province has decided not to honour the Memorandumof Understanding (MOU) which will result in the Provincestopping taking on additional costs for public housing,corrections and education. These changes will be taking place in 2012-2013. The impact on each municipal unitwill be different. The Province has left this to the municipalities to take care of. The UNSM executive is verydisappointed. MOVED and seconded that a letter be sent to Mayor Billy Joe MacLean, president of UNSM concerning the Provincesreneging on the memorandum of understanding. A carbon-copy is to be sent to MLA Junior Theriault. MOTION CARRIED It was discussed that this as well as the impacts of the CAPwould be good to discuss with the MLA. #6 FUNDYweb Broadband Board –Motion to Divest FBBAssets At the last FUNDYweb Broadband (FBB) meeting, it wasagreed to seek the approval of member partners for thedivestiture of the assets of FBB, therefore, effectivelywinding up and dissolving the FBB. MOVED and seconded that in accordance with Subsection 32 (1) of the Municipal Services Agreement – FUNDYwebBroadband Board, that approval be given to divest the assets of FUNDYweb Broadband subject to appropriatearrangements being put in place to protect current systemusers and legal assurance that there are no re-payment encumbrances (other than vesting of assets and liabilities tothe partners in proportion to ownership interests at the timeof dissolution).”MOTION CARRIED#7 FCM International – Volunteer Municipalities Needed FCM is currently recruiting Canadian municipalities toimplement local economic development projects in Mali, Vietnam, and Bolivia. Missions will take place betweenMay 2011 and June 2011. There was no interest by Councilto participate.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5#8 Southville FireDepartment – HST Rebate Denied Councillor Amero had a meeting with the Southville FireDepartment who advised him that they have missed theHST rebate deadline by 4 weeks as their bookkeeper did not have things up-to-date, which they were unaware of.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to ServiceNova Scotia and Municipal Relations requesting that theyreverse the decision that has been made to deny the HSTrebate for the Southville Fire Department. It was also requested that the letter outline that rural communities are mostly volunteer and this is money thatthey are entitled to.MOTION CARRIED#9 Digby Municipal Fire Association –Burn Trailer The Digby Municipal Fire Association is looking forfunding to help train local firefighters. The letter did notoutline the cost of the training, but it was mentioned that itwould be $160 for the 1 day course and $250 for the 2 daycourse. More information is required and will be obtained so that adecision can be made on this request at the next COTWmeeting. The CAO will look into whether there are any funds left in the current budget that could be used.#10 Digby Municipal Fire Association –Surplus Computers All Fire Departments are in need of computers. They haverequested that as computers become available within the Municipality that are no longer needed, that the Municipality donate them to the fire departments. It was agreed that this item be taken to a Policy and Bylawmeeting to be further discussed.CAO Report Dumpster Signs -Freeport The CAO report for March 28, 2011 was included in the meeting package. It was noted that the dumpster signs have been placed.Request forDecision/DirectionCouncil Meeting Dates Due to Council being scheduled on Easter Monday, theCouncil meeting for April will be held on April 26th. TheCouncil meeting for May had been scheduled on VictoriaDay, therefore, the meeting will be changed to May 24th.MeetingDates/Reminders Noted above.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$330,217.01 for the month of February 2011 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Financial ReportN/ACorrespondenceProvincial Reverse ofKings County RezoningApplication There was a discussion of Council regarding the approachthe Province has taken with the reversal of the rezoning application from Kings County. Council is concerned with the lack of municipal consultation by the Province whenmaking decisions. It was noted that the decision to move the agriculture officein Weymouth and the Registry office in Weymouth shouldalso be brought up.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to UNSM inregards to Council’s concerns with how the Provincialgovernment has handled the decision to move the Registry Office in Weymouth, the Agriculture Office in Weymouth, and the rezoning of Kings’ County land, and note that Councildoesn’t feel that there has been appropriateconsultation with municipalities.MOTION CARRIEDCouncil CommitteesRecommendations to Council fromCommittee of theWholeN/ARecommendations to Council from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeN/AAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source WaterProtection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeehas a meeting scheduled for March 30, 2011. Councillor Adams will be unable to attend.MOVED and seconded that Mr. Bill LeBlanc be appointedas citizen representative to the Digby Source WaterProtection Advisory Committee.MOTION CARRIEDHeritage AdvisoryCommittee The Heritage Advisory Committee minutes for March 2011were included in the meeting package.MOVED and seconded that Council appoint Ms. LouiseMullen as citizen representative to the Heritage Advisory Committee.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7Planning AdvisoryCommittee The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) minutes forAugust 2009 were included in the meeting package. Thereis a public meeting scheduled for April 27, 2011 at 7:00 pm. The PAC met in March and they met the new members.The possibility of small windmills for commercial use was brought forward. Chris Millier was present and it was avery productive meeting.Police AdvisoryCommittee There is a Police Advisory Committee meeting scheduledfor April 5, 2011.REMO AdvisoryCommittee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutes from November 2010 were included in the meeting package. There has been no meeting since the last report.Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on in November 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis. A report was just received and will be included in the Aprilmeeting package.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup The Deputy CAO has sent an update of what has takenplace. There has been no meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for March 2011 were included in themeeting package. Also included was the Acting ManagerDirector’s Report. There was a letter from the Minister ofTransportation regarding the Digby Ferry also included inthe meeting package. The old ADEDA board has dismantled. A new board hasbeen set up.Digby Annapolis Development Corp The DADC has not met since the last Council meeting.Digby Area LearningAssociation The DALA minutes for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. They met at the end of February and another meeting will take place this week.Digby Area Tourism Association Councillor Tudor couldn’t make the last meeting but wastold that Mr. Rene LeBlanc has resigned. The minutes willbe forwarded to Council.Digby Area Recreation Committee DARC hasn’t had a meeting this month due to the Senior’s Curling Championships. There were over 200 volunteersfor this event.MOVED and seconded that letters of appreciation be sent to the volunteers of the Senior’s Curling Championshipsletting them know how much it meant to this area to havethem volunteer.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8 It was also suggested that a thank-you note be put in the Coastline and the Courier. The letters of appreciation could be handed out at the BBQbeing held by DARC for all the volunteers.MOTION CARRIEDDigby Harbour Port Association The Digby Harbour Port Association will be meeting thisweek.Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the last report. There is a board meeting scheduled for April. Thereare interviews being held on March 29, 2011 for theExecutive Director position. There are very goodcandidates being interviewed.Fundyweb Broadband The Fundyweb Broadband minutes from September 2010were included in the package.Industrial Commission The next Industrial Commission meeting is scheduled forMarch 29, 2011. Councillor Amero will be attending andCouncillor MacAlpine isn’t sure if he will be able to attend.Hanse Society Councillor Amero attended the last meeting. There are plans for an adventure park to be put along side ofthe wildlife park, which was their main topic of discussion.Kings TransitAuthority Councillor Amero couldn’t attend the last Kings TransitAuthority meeting as it was scheduled for early morning.They have changed the next meeting to evening andCouncillor Amero hopes to attend.MEDIC The MEDIC minutes for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. There is a scheduled meeting for March29, 2011 regarding the interns from Dalhousie University.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee minutes from January 2011were included in the meeting package. The Senior SafetyCommittee was supposed to meet a couple weeks ago, but didn’t due to the lack of a quorum. MOVED and seconded that Council re-appoint Muriel Goguen as citizen representative for the Senior SafetyCommittee. MOTION CARRIEDSouthwest Biosphere Councillor Tudor attended the Southwest Biospheremeeting. An action plan was requested. The committeehad some extra money which has been returned to the Province. Councillor Tudor has been assigned to a new committeewhich will meet twice in April.Tideview Terrace August 23, 2011 is the date that has been set for TideviewTerrace to move to their new location. They are looking for volunteers to help.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia9 The next meeting is scheduled for March 29, 2011.Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for February 2011 as well asmanager and staff reports for March 2011were included inthe meeting package. Deputy Warden MacAlpine reported that the action plans for 2011-12 was approved at the last meeting. There was apresentation from an ADEDA and ACOA representative.They are looking at using compostable waste in theMunicipality. MOVED and seconded that Council invite Mr. Harvey fromADEDA to come before Council to do the same presentationas he did to the Waste Check Board.MOTION CARRIEDWestern Counties Regional Library There is a Western Counties Regional Library meeting scheduled for April.Council Activity Reports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Simone Wilson, Bear River’s 400thAnniversaryOrganizing Committeeand Historical SocietyMOVED and seconded that the request from Ms. Wilson onbehalf of Bear River’s 400thAnniversary OrganizingCommittee and Historical Society be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesMarch 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia10AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:12PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe meeting was called to order with Warden Gregory in thechair at 6:00 pm.AttendanceCouncillors present: Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden David Tudor, Councillor Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Pat Stevens, AdministrationPrayerWarden Gregory asked everyone to pause to seek guidance forthe meeting. AgendaDeputy Warden MacAlpine added concerns regarding theDigby to Saint John Ferry as Old Business #2.MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved asamended.MOTION CARRIEDHearings & PresentationsMarilyn Cameron, Chair Biosolids &Waste Water CaucusMOVED and seconded that Ms. Marilyn Cameron, Chair ofBiosolids and Waste Water Caucus come before thecommittee to make a presentation.MOTION CARRIED Ms. Cameron, Chair of Biosolids & Waste Water Caucusgave a lengthy presentation on the use of biosolids in thelocal farming area. Her concerns involved the usage ofbiosolids that have come from homes, hospitals, businessesinto the sewage treatment plants that have been turned intosludge that is being sold to farmers to apply to their fields. She was hoping to have Council’s support in hindering theuse of this sludge. It was discussed that products should belabeled to allow consumers to make a choice as to whetherto purchase if biosolids were used to promote the product’s
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2growth. These concerns will be taken to the Rural Caucus who in turn will take to UNSM.MinutesFebruary 14, 2011MOVED and seconded that the minutes of February 14, 2011 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising/OldBusinessPossible Amendment to Wind Turbine LUB– Commercial use of Small Scale Turbines There was a discussion on the possible amendment to the Wind Turbine LUB to accommodate the new CommunityFeed-In-Tariff (COMFIT) Program.MOVED and seconded that the matter of possibleamendment to the MPS/LUB for the Regulation of WindTurbines be forwarded to the PAC meeting to be heldMarch 15, 2011.MOTION CARRIEDOther Business ArisingSaint John Ferry There was a discussion on the Digby to Saint John Ferry.Feelings were that someone from the Municipality shouldbe on the committee. It was felt that the Government has to be held accountable to put another boat in place of thecurrent one. This issue is the number one project for theRegional Development Agency. Warden Gregory willserve on the committee.Joshua Slocum Monument The property that the Joshua Slocum Monument is situatedbelongs to an American family, surname Hunt. RobertHersey is researching this matter and will be asked to comeforth to Council when he is finished his research.Deputy WardenMacAlpine No Business Arising
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3Councillor Tudor No Business ArisingCouncillor Amero No Business ArisingCouncillor Adams No Business ArisingNew Business#1 Fundy Tidal Inc. –Letter of Support forCOMFIT Application There was a discussion held regarding a letter of support forFundy Tidal Inc. COMFIT application.MOVED and seconded that a letter of support for the COMFIT application be sent.MOTION CARRIED#2 Annapolis Royal Wharf Association –Letter of Support There was a discussion held regarding a letter of support forthe Annapolis Royal Wharf Association.MOVED and seconded that a letter of support for the Annapolis Royal Wharf Association be sent.MOTION CARRIED#3 Councillor Tudor -Electric Cars (Golf Cars) – Westport Councillor Tudor requested a bylaw be set to allow electriccars to be driven on the roads in Westport. Discussion was held on this issue. Councillor Tudor will take theseconcerns to the MLA as the Municipality has no jurisdictionover the Motor Vehicle Act.#4 Councillor Tudor -End of Life Medical Box – Islands Health Centre Councillor Tudor brought forward the concerns from someone regarding having an end of life medical box at the Islands Health Centre. Warden Gregory noted that this matter is on the agenda for the next Tideview meeting.#5 Mineral Rights There was discussion on whether a person has the right togo on someone’s property to stake a claim to minerals. Staffwas requested to find out information regarding mineralrights.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4# 6 Wanda VanTassel – Fundy AdventuresMOVED and seconded that a letter of congratulations besent to Wanda VanTassel on being nominated as aparticipant for the Adventure Tourism Best PracticesMission to be held in Victoria, BC.MOTION CARRIEDCorrespondenceHarold (Jr) Theriaultto Minister EmergencyManagement Ross Landry – Brier Island Fire Department – ReCommunications A discussion on the paging system on the Islands ensued. Itwas noted that the problems regarding the lack of anadequate communication system should have gone to the Municipal Fire Association who in turn would bring toCouncil. Deputy CAO Gordon Wilson will research theJEPP side of financing and find out whether or not arepeater has been installed in Bear River. Chief Administrative ReportEnvironmental Services ManagerExecutive SecretaryDr. Buekes - Dinner The CAO report dated March 14, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package. It was noted that Mr. Simon Doiron was the successfulcandidate for the Environmental Resource Managerposition. Mr. Doiron is to start on March 28th. It was noted that Mrs. Karen Adams accepted the termposition of Executive Secretary, covering Mrs. Bremner’smaternity leave, and will be starting work March 21st. There will be an overlap of two months employmentallowing for adequate training to cover all the responsibilities of the position. It was noted that Council had not had dinner with Dr.Buekes and his wife as planned. Warden Gregory will talk to the Doctor and set up two possible dates.Request forDecisions/Direction NILDepartment ReportsTaxation The Taxation report for February 2011 was included in themeeting package.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection Report The Building Inspection report for February 2011 wasincluded in the meeting package. Airport/Dispatch The Airport/Dispatch report for February 2011 wasincluded in the meeting package.Dog Control Activityand Financial Report The Dog Control Activity and Financial report for February2011 was included in the meeting package. Coordinator Program Development The Coordinator Program Development report for February2011 was included in the meeting package.Other BusinessN/AUpdates fromPrevious meetingsMaud Lewis Site –Signage Councillor Adams gave an update on the Maud Lewis Site. She stated that there will be signs on both the East and the West side of the site, the house will be lighted at night,there will be flowers planted and there will be threeinterpretive panels to tell the Maud Lewis story. Special Projects Updates The special projects updates were included in the CAOReport.Strategic Priorities UpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/AComments from theGalleryN/AIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Current TideviewTerrace buildingMOVED and seconded that the Municipality write a letterto the Minister of the Department of Health concerning theoutstanding mortgage of the current Tideview Terracebuilding.MOTION CARRIEDAdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2growth. These concerns will be taken to the Rural Caucus who in turn will take to UNSM.MinutesFebruary 14, 2011MOVED and seconded that the minutes of February 14, 2011 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising/OldBusinessPossible Amendment to Wind Turbine LUB– Commercial use of Small Scale Turbines There was a discussion on the possible amendment to the Wind Turbine LUB to accommodate the new CommunityFeed-In-Tariff (COMFIT) Program.MOVED and seconded that the matter of possibleamendment to the MPS/LUB for the Regulation of WindTurbines be forwarded to the PAC meeting to be heldMarch 15, 2011.MOTION CARRIEDOther Business ArisingSaint John Ferry There was a discussion on the Digby to Saint John Ferry.Feelings were that someone from the Municipality shouldbe on the committee. It was felt that the Government has to be held accountable to put another boat in place of thecurrent one. This issue is the number one project for theRegional Development Agency. Warden Gregory willserve on the committee.Joshua Slocum Monument The property that the Joshua Slocum Monument is situatedbelongs to an American family, surname Hunt. RobertHersey is researching this matter and will be asked to comeforth to Council when he is finished his research.Deputy WardenMacAlpine No Business Arising
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3Councillor Tudor No Business ArisingCouncillor Amero No Business ArisingCouncillor Adams No Business ArisingNew Business#1 Fundy Tidal Inc. –Letter of Support forCOMFIT Application There was a discussion held regarding a letter of support forFundy Tidal Inc. COMFIT application.MOVED and seconded that a letter of support for the COMFIT application be sent.MOTION CARRIED#2 Annapolis Royal Wharf Association –Letter of Support There was a discussion held regarding a letter of support forthe Annapolis Royal Wharf Association.MOVED and seconded that a letter of support for the Annapolis Royal Wharf Association be sent.MOTION CARRIED#3 Councillor Tudor -Electric Cars (Golf Cars) – Westport Councillor Tudor requested a bylaw be set to allow electriccars to be driven on the roads in Westport. Discussion was held on this issue. Councillor Tudor will take theseconcerns to the MLA as the Municipality has no jurisdictionover the Motor Vehicle Act.#4 Councillor Tudor -End of Life Medical Box – Islands Health Centre Councillor Tudor brought forward the concerns from someone regarding having an end of life medical box at the Islands Health Centre. Warden Gregory noted that this matter is on the agenda for the next Tideview meeting.#5 Mineral Rights There was discussion on whether a person has the right togo on someone’s property to stake a claim to minerals. Staffwas requested to find out information regarding mineralrights.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4# 6 Wanda VanTassel – Fundy AdventuresMOVED and seconded that a letter of congratulations besent to Wanda VanTassel on being nominated as aparticipant for the Adventure Tourism Best PracticesMission to be held in Victoria, BC.MOTION CARRIEDCorrespondenceHarold (Jr) Theriaultto Minister EmergencyManagement Ross Landry – Brier Island Fire Department – ReCommunications A discussion on the paging system on the Islands ensued. Itwas noted that the problems regarding the lack of anadequate communication system should have gone to the Municipal Fire Association who in turn would bring toCouncil. Deputy CAO Gordon Wilson will research theJEPP side of financing and find out whether or not arepeater has been installed in Bear River. Chief Administrative ReportEnvironmental Services ManagerExecutive SecretaryDr. Buekes - Dinner The CAO report dated March 14, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package. It was noted that Mr. Simon Doiron was the successfulcandidate for the Environmental Resource Managerposition. Mr. Doiron is to start on March 28th. It was noted that Mrs. Karen Adams accepted the termposition of Executive Secretary, covering Mrs. Bremner’smaternity leave, and will be starting work March 21st. There will be an overlap of two months employmentallowing for adequate training to cover all the responsibilities of the position. It was noted that Council had not had dinner with Dr.Buekes and his wife as planned. Warden Gregory will talk to the Doctor and set up two possible dates.Request forDecisions/Direction NILDepartment ReportsTaxation The Taxation report for February 2011 was included in themeeting package.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection Report The Building Inspection report for February 2011 wasincluded in the meeting package. Airport/Dispatch The Airport/Dispatch report for February 2011 wasincluded in the meeting package.Dog Control Activityand Financial Report The Dog Control Activity and Financial report for February2011 was included in the meeting package. Coordinator Program Development The Coordinator Program Development report for February2011 was included in the meeting package.Other BusinessN/AUpdates fromPrevious meetingsMaud Lewis Site –Signage Councillor Adams gave an update on the Maud Lewis Site. She stated that there will be signs on both the East and the West side of the site, the house will be lighted at night,there will be flowers planted and there will be threeinterpretive panels to tell the Maud Lewis story. Special Projects Updates The special projects updates were included in the CAOReport.Strategic Priorities UpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/AComments from theGalleryN/AIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesMarch 14, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Current TideviewTerrace buildingMOVED and seconded that the Municipality write a letterto the Minister of the Department of Health concerning theoutstanding mortgage of the current Tideview Terracebuilding.MOTION CARRIEDAdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryRegrets: Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative OfficerPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and askedeveryone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. WardenGregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaWarden Gregory added Female Bantam AA Hockey Teamrequest as New Business #7. MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved as amended.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsJenny Milligan – Tri-County Women’s Centre Ms. Milligan was unable to attend the meeting due to bad road conditions. Minutes January 24, 2011MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council of January 24, 2011 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Weymouth Waterfront Development Committee – FinalReading of Amendment # 11 ofTax Exemption By-law 2000-02.MOVED and seconded that the final reading be approvedfor Amendment # 11 of the Tax Exemption By-law 2002-02 adding the Old Weymouth Library Building to Schedule“A”.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2#2 Dog By-law –Final Reading of Amendment to DogBy-law 2006-02MOVED and seconded that the final reading be approvedfor the amendment to Dog By-law 2006-02.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 South West Music Festival – FundingRequest ($100) The CAO noted that because this event is going to be held in early April, a decision could be made now as there is stillmoney in the Municipal Marketing Budget.MOVED and seconded that the $100 funding request forSouth West Music Festival be approved.MOTION CARRIED It was agreed the funds would come from the Municipal Marketing Budget.#2 By-law forRegulation of Wind Turbines – Possible Amendment to Definition of DomesticWind Turbine Councillor Amero declared a conflict of interest and left themeeting. Council discussed a possible amendment to the definition of“domestic wind turbine” in the by-law for Regulation ofWind Turbines.After a lengthy discussion, Councildecided it would be best to get the opinion of the Plannerbefore making a decision. MOVED and seconded that Council table making a decisionon a possible amendment to the definition of Domestic WindTurbine in the by-law for the Regulation of Wind Turbinesuntil Council obtains more information.MOTION CARRIED Councillor Amero returned to the meeting.#3 Digby Town and Municipal HousingBoard (Tideview Terrace) –Appointment of Elected Official Councillor Amero agreed to be appointed to the DigbyTown and Municipal Housing Board providing themeetings can accommodate his schedule. Councillor Tudorhas agreed as well if it doesn’t work out for Councillor Amero. Warden Gregory will see if they can change themeetings to evening meetings.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3MOVED and seconded that Councillor Amero be appointedto the Digby Town and Municipal Housing Board (TideviewTerrace).MOTION CARRIED#4 Inter-municipal Agreement with Town of Digby –Amendment to include Public Drop OffMOVED and seconded that changes be approved to bemade to the inter-municipal agreement with the Town ofDigby to include public drop off.MOTION CARRIED#5 Deputy Warden MacAlpine – Seasonal Tourist Designation for Artist Studios A request has been received requesting that artists/artisans be included in the category of “Seasonal Tourist Business Designation”. MOVED and seconded that the request for artists/artisans be included in the category of “Seasonal Tourist BusinessDesignation” be put on the next agenda for the Rural Caucus. It was noted that if this were to be approved, it wouldfollow the same regulations as the seasonal restaurants,roofed accommodations, and camping establishments. MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –Letter ofAcknowledgement The Nova Scotia Art Bank encourages the development ofartistic excellence and stimulates an awareness of andinterest in visual arts and craft among Nova Scotians and their visitors. It was noted that Mrs. Carol Mahtab had apiece that was purchased by the Nova Scotia Art Bank.MOVED and seconded that a letter of acknowledgement besent to Mrs. Carol Mahtab.MOTION CARRIED#7 Female Bantam AA Hockey Team RequestMOVED and seconded that Council purchase anadvertisement for $50 in the Program for the FemaleBantam AA Hockey Team event.MOTION CARRIED#8 Town of Digby –UNSM SpringWorkshopMOVED and seconded that the Municipality of Digbyparticipate with Town of Digby in regards to the hospitalityof the UNSM Spring Workshop for the events outlined intheir letter.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report Westport Ferry –Response Letter The CAO report for February 28, 2011 was included in themeeting package. Councillor Tudor expressed that he felt the solutions outlined by Mr. Michael Wamboldt concerning the break-down of the Westport Ferry was inadequate. It was
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4suggested that this matter be taken to the MLA as ferryservice is a Provincial responsibility. Councillor Tudor willdo that.Request forDecision/DirectionN/AMeetingDates/RemindersPayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$599,864.46 for the month of January 2011 be approved as presented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial Report The financial report for January 31, 2011 was circulated.Warden Gregory –Note of Thanks Warden Gregory thanked everyone for the flowers shereceived when she was sick.Council CommitteesRecommendations to Council fromCommittee of theWholeN/ARecommendations to Council from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeDangerous &Unsightly PolicyMOVED and seconded that the updates to the Dangerousand Unsightly policy be approved as presented.MOTION CARRIEDLow Income TaxExemption 2011MOVED and seconded that pursuant to The Low IncomeTax Exemption Policy # 2010, the Municipality hereby grants an exemption from taxation, operating as a reductionin the 2010-2011 taxes otherwise payable to the Municipalityin respect to a property in the amount of $ 125.00 forowners of property whose 2010 income from all sourcesdoes not exceed $ 20,000.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source WaterProtection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeehas not met since the last report.Heritage AdvisoryCommittee The Heritage Advisory Committee minutes for April 2010 were included in the meeting package. There is a meeting scheduled for March 10, 2011.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meeting since the last report.Police AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Police Advisory Committee meeting since the last report.MOVED and seconded that Ms. Kathleen Gidney beappointed as citizen representative to the Police Advisory Committee.MOTION CARRIEDREMO AdvisoryCommittee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutes from November 2010 were included in the meeting package. There was a REMO Advisory Committee meetinga couple weeks ago. Don LeBlanc gave an update of whathe has been doing. He has been doing an excellent job. They are talking about doing exercises for emergencies. Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on in November 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup There has been no Airport Working Group meeting sincethe last Council meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for February 2011 were included in the meeting package. Also included was the Acting Manager Director’s Report. Warden Gregory attended a meeting as the alternate forCouncillor Amero on February 24, 2011. It was a goodmeeting. They are working on a business plan.Digby Annapolis Development Corp The DADC minutes from July 2010 were included in themeeting package. There has been one meeting since July.There was a discussion regarding the Convergys site andwhat can be done with the building. They would like to exhaust all opportunities to get a call centre there, but if not, the building may have to be subdivided so that it can berented out. There was a discussion regarding the intent of the building was to create employment for the area. This needs to bediscussed in greater detail before a decision is made as tohow to move forward.Digby Area LearningAssociation The DALA minutes for November 2010 as well as theExecutive Director report for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting on February 23, 2011 which Councillor Adams was unable to attend. The minutes willbe forwarded once they are received.Digby Area Tourism Association The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for the last couple meetings have not been sent along. A person hasbeen hired to help with signage. It was also noted that the
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Passport project is coming along nicely.Digby Area Recreation Committee The DARC minutes for December 2010 and January 2011as well as staff reports for January and February 2011 wereincluded in the meeting package. The Canadian curling championships are coming soon. Theice time is going well. Digby Harbour Port Association The Digby Harbour Port Association minutes for Septemberand November 2010 were included in the Council package. A Digby Harbour Port Association meeting has just been held. The biggest concern is the storm damage to the wharf.There is $200,000 damage to the wharf and REMO would be able to provide a maximum of $80,000. They arecurrently operating under an extremely tight budget andhave the highest rates in the Province. Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the last report. Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report. Deputy Warden MacAlpine reported that it is hoped to havea meeting within the next two weeks. The last meeting tookplace in September.Industrial Commission The Industrial Commission met on February 25, 2011. Mr.Mike Gushue has been hired as a Consultant. They areworking on making Digby the port of choice for a service centre for tidal development. Mr. Gushue is doing anexcellent job. Hanse Society Councillor Amero was away during the last meeting. Hewill look into obtaining a copy of the minutes fordistribution to Council.Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for December 2010and February 2011, the ridership report for January 2010and the General Manager’s report for February 2011 wereincluded in the meeting package. Councillor Amero was unable to attend the last meeting asit was scheduled in the morning.MEDIC The MEDIC minutes for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. The next meeting is scheduled for March1, 2011.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee will meet on March 9, 2011.Councillor Adams will get a copy of the minutes fordistribution. Southwest Biosphere There is a Southwest Biosphere meeting scheduled forMarch 1, 2011.Tideview Terrace The Tideview Terrace minutes for November 2010 and January 2011 as well as the staff reports for February 2011were included in the meeting package. There was a Tideview Terrace meeting on February 22,
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia72011. The new Tideview is coming along and is withinbudget.Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for November 2010 as well as staff reports for February 2011were included in the meeting package. Waste Check has a Business Rewards Program whichstarted in October that acknowledges businesses doing agreat job. A plaque is given to them and the business is outlined in their newsletter. Waste Check is trying to get the numbers to 300 kg perperson and is currently down to 320 kg per person. Theyare getting closer to the goal. The enforcement officer is doing a good job. He has beenfinding contact information in garbage bags and is finingrepeat offenders. Western Counties Regional Library There has been no Western Counties Regional Librarymeeting since the last Council meeting.Council Activity Reports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions. There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera todiscuss contractual and personnel issues.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8Regular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 7:45PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2#2 Dog By-law –Final Reading of Amendment to DogBy-law 2006-02MOVED and seconded that the final reading be approvedfor the amendment to Dog By-law 2006-02.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 South West Music Festival – FundingRequest ($100) The CAO noted that because this event is going to be held in early April, a decision could be made now as there is stillmoney in the Municipal Marketing Budget.MOVED and seconded that the $100 funding request forSouth West Music Festival be approved.MOTION CARRIED It was agreed the funds would come from the Municipal Marketing Budget.#2 By-law forRegulation of Wind Turbines – Possible Amendment to Definition of DomesticWind Turbine Councillor Amero declared a conflict of interest and left themeeting. Council discussed a possible amendment to the definition of“domestic wind turbine” in the by-law for Regulation ofWind Turbines.After a lengthy discussion, Councildecided it would be best to get the opinion of the Plannerbefore making a decision. MOVED and seconded that Council table making a decisionon a possible amendment to the definition of Domestic WindTurbine in the by-law for the Regulation of Wind Turbinesuntil Council obtains more information.MOTION CARRIED Councillor Amero returned to the meeting.#3 Digby Town and Municipal HousingBoard (Tideview Terrace) –Appointment of Elected Official Councillor Amero agreed to be appointed to the DigbyTown and Municipal Housing Board providing themeetings can accommodate his schedule. Councillor Tudorhas agreed as well if it doesn’t work out for Councillor Amero. Warden Gregory will see if they can change themeetings to evening meetings.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3MOVED and seconded that Councillor Amero be appointedto the Digby Town and Municipal Housing Board (TideviewTerrace).MOTION CARRIED#4 Inter-municipal Agreement with Town of Digby –Amendment to include Public Drop OffMOVED and seconded that changes be approved to bemade to the inter-municipal agreement with the Town ofDigby to include public drop off.MOTION CARRIED#5 Deputy Warden MacAlpine – Seasonal Tourist Designation for Artist Studios A request has been received requesting that artists/artisans be included in the category of “Seasonal Tourist Business Designation”. MOVED and seconded that the request for artists/artisans be included in the category of “Seasonal Tourist BusinessDesignation” be put on the next agenda for the Rural Caucus. It was noted that if this were to be approved, it wouldfollow the same regulations as the seasonal restaurants,roofed accommodations, and camping establishments. MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –Letter ofAcknowledgement The Nova Scotia Art Bank encourages the development ofartistic excellence and stimulates an awareness of andinterest in visual arts and craft among Nova Scotians and their visitors. It was noted that Mrs. Carol Mahtab had apiece that was purchased by the Nova Scotia Art Bank.MOVED and seconded that a letter of acknowledgement besent to Mrs. Carol Mahtab.MOTION CARRIED#7 Female Bantam AA Hockey Team RequestMOVED and seconded that Council purchase anadvertisement for $50 in the Program for the FemaleBantam AA Hockey Team event.MOTION CARRIED#8 Town of Digby –UNSM SpringWorkshopMOVED and seconded that the Municipality of Digbyparticipate with Town of Digby in regards to the hospitalityof the UNSM Spring Workshop for the events outlined intheir letter.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report Westport Ferry –Response Letter The CAO report for February 28, 2011 was included in themeeting package. Councillor Tudor expressed that he felt the solutions outlined by Mr. Michael Wamboldt concerning the break-down of the Westport Ferry was inadequate. It was
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4suggested that this matter be taken to the MLA as ferryservice is a Provincial responsibility. Councillor Tudor willdo that.Request forDecision/DirectionN/AMeetingDates/RemindersPayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$599,864.46 for the month of January 2011 be approved as presented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial Report The financial report for January 31, 2011 was circulated.Warden Gregory –Note of Thanks Warden Gregory thanked everyone for the flowers shereceived when she was sick.Council CommitteesRecommendations to Council fromCommittee of theWholeN/ARecommendations to Council from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeDangerous &Unsightly PolicyMOVED and seconded that the updates to the Dangerousand Unsightly policy be approved as presented.MOTION CARRIEDLow Income TaxExemption 2011MOVED and seconded that pursuant to The Low IncomeTax Exemption Policy # 2010, the Municipality hereby grants an exemption from taxation, operating as a reductionin the 2010-2011 taxes otherwise payable to the Municipalityin respect to a property in the amount of $ 125.00 forowners of property whose 2010 income from all sourcesdoes not exceed $ 20,000.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source WaterProtection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeehas not met since the last report.Heritage AdvisoryCommittee The Heritage Advisory Committee minutes for April 2010 were included in the meeting package. There is a meeting scheduled for March 10, 2011.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meeting since the last report.Police AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Police Advisory Committee meeting since the last report.MOVED and seconded that Ms. Kathleen Gidney beappointed as citizen representative to the Police Advisory Committee.MOTION CARRIEDREMO AdvisoryCommittee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutes from November 2010 were included in the meeting package. There was a REMO Advisory Committee meetinga couple weeks ago. Don LeBlanc gave an update of whathe has been doing. He has been doing an excellent job. They are talking about doing exercises for emergencies. Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on in November 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup There has been no Airport Working Group meeting sincethe last Council meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for February 2011 were included in the meeting package. Also included was the Acting Manager Director’s Report. Warden Gregory attended a meeting as the alternate forCouncillor Amero on February 24, 2011. It was a goodmeeting. They are working on a business plan.Digby Annapolis Development Corp The DADC minutes from July 2010 were included in themeeting package. There has been one meeting since July.There was a discussion regarding the Convergys site andwhat can be done with the building. They would like to exhaust all opportunities to get a call centre there, but if not, the building may have to be subdivided so that it can berented out. There was a discussion regarding the intent of the building was to create employment for the area. This needs to bediscussed in greater detail before a decision is made as tohow to move forward.Digby Area LearningAssociation The DALA minutes for November 2010 as well as theExecutive Director report for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting on February 23, 2011 which Councillor Adams was unable to attend. The minutes willbe forwarded once they are received.Digby Area Tourism Association The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for the last couple meetings have not been sent along. A person hasbeen hired to help with signage. It was also noted that the
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Passport project is coming along nicely.Digby Area Recreation Committee The DARC minutes for December 2010 and January 2011as well as staff reports for January and February 2011 wereincluded in the meeting package. The Canadian curling championships are coming soon. Theice time is going well. Digby Harbour Port Association The Digby Harbour Port Association minutes for Septemberand November 2010 were included in the Council package. A Digby Harbour Port Association meeting has just been held. The biggest concern is the storm damage to the wharf.There is $200,000 damage to the wharf and REMO would be able to provide a maximum of $80,000. They arecurrently operating under an extremely tight budget andhave the highest rates in the Province. Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the last report. Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report. Deputy Warden MacAlpine reported that it is hoped to havea meeting within the next two weeks. The last meeting tookplace in September.Industrial Commission The Industrial Commission met on February 25, 2011. Mr.Mike Gushue has been hired as a Consultant. They areworking on making Digby the port of choice for a service centre for tidal development. Mr. Gushue is doing anexcellent job. Hanse Society Councillor Amero was away during the last meeting. Hewill look into obtaining a copy of the minutes fordistribution to Council.Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for December 2010and February 2011, the ridership report for January 2010and the General Manager’s report for February 2011 wereincluded in the meeting package. Councillor Amero was unable to attend the last meeting asit was scheduled in the morning.MEDIC The MEDIC minutes for January 2011 were included in the meeting package. The next meeting is scheduled for March1, 2011.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee will meet on March 9, 2011.Councillor Adams will get a copy of the minutes fordistribution. Southwest Biosphere There is a Southwest Biosphere meeting scheduled forMarch 1, 2011.Tideview Terrace The Tideview Terrace minutes for November 2010 and January 2011 as well as the staff reports for February 2011were included in the meeting package. There was a Tideview Terrace meeting on February 22,
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesFebruary 28, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia72011. The new Tideview is coming along and is withinbudget.Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for November 2010 as well as staff reports for February 2011were included in the meeting package. Waste Check has a Business Rewards Program whichstarted in October that acknowledges businesses doing agreat job. A plaque is given to them and the business is outlined in their newsletter. Waste Check is trying to get the numbers to 300 kg perperson and is currently down to 320 kg per person. Theyare getting closer to the goal. The enforcement officer is doing a good job. He has beenfinding contact information in garbage bags and is finingrepeat offenders. Western Counties Regional Library There has been no Western Counties Regional Librarymeeting since the last Council meeting.Council Activity Reports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions. There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera todiscuss contractual and personnel issues.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and asked everyone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaDeputy Warden MacAlpine added Development of CommunityFeeding Tariff Projects as New Business #10. Councillor Tudoradded Islands Nurse Practitioner as New Business #11.MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved asamended.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsKatie Harvieux –DARC Active LivingCoordinatorMOVED and seconded that Ms. Katie Harvieux, DARCActive Living Coordinator come before Council to make a presentation.MOTION CARRIEDMs. Harvieux came before Council to make a presentationregarding the Active Living Strategy she is working on. Thestrategy is a multi-year plan which is aimed at getting people inthe Town and Municipality of Digby more active. It is aprovince wide project. She is currently developing theframework for public meetings and focus groups. They did atelephone survey of 300 residents from the Town andMunicipality of Digby which asked questions that will serve asa benchmark if they decide to do the survey again after thestrategy is in place. The goals of the program are to makepeople aware of the level of activity that keeps people healthyas well as making people aware of the health concerns that canoccur if a healthy lifestyle isn’t in effect. A question and answer period followed the presentation. It was suggested to have a running club and was noted that people are morecommitted to exercise if there is a group they are involved with.It was also suggested that morning or afternoon meetings beheld for seniors to be involved in the process. Council wouldlike to see all schools in the Town and Municipality of Digby beinvolved in the process. Warden Gregory thanked Ms.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2Harvieux for the presentation. MinutesNovember 22, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council ofNovember 22, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommittee – FirstReading of Amendment # 11 of Tax Exemption By-law 2000-02.MOVED and seconded that first reading be approved forAmendment # 11 of the Tax Exemption By-law 2002-02 adding the Old Weymouth Library Building to Schedule“A”.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 Ashley Lee Smith, Islands Consolidated School – Youth GrantRequestMOVED and seconded that a grant of $250 be given to Ashley Lee Smith from Islands Consolidated School.MOTION CARRIED#2 Jean Brittain, Chair, DARC –Canadian CurlingSeniors Event A request has been received from DARC for theMunicipality of Digby to sponsor the Canadian CurlingSeniors Event by purchasing squares on the ice surface inwhich the Municipal logo would be put in the ice.MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the CanadianCurling Seniors Event in the amount of $250 as well asdonate 125 Municipal pins for the event.MOTION CARRIED#3 ShelburneChamber of Commerce – Letter of Support The Shelburne Chamber of Commerce is looking for a letterof support for a Yarmouth ferry. Council expressed thatthey would like to support a tourist ferry, but not one thatwould compete with Digby with commercial traffic.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3MOVED and seconded that Council send a letter of supportto Community and Economic Development, the Town ofShelburne and carbon-copied to Honourable Percy Paris,Minister of Economic and Rural Development, for a touristferry to come to Yarmouth. It was mentioned that tourism numbers have dropped off dramatically and that the boat will be supported.MOTION CARRIED#4 DARC – Citizen Appointment – J.P. Hugh SprouleMOVED and seconded that J.P. Hugh Sproule be appointedas a citizen representative to the Digby Area RecreationCommission.MOTION CARRIED#5 Councillor Tudor –Freeport Public Wharf Councillor Tudor advised that there have been gates put upbarring public access to the Freeport Wharf after hours.Local residents have been in the habit of walking on thewharf in the evening and aren’t happy with the decision.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Shirley Scott stating that Council feels for her not being able to go for walks on the wharf; however, municipalities don’t havecontrol over the wharfs. MOTION CARRIED#6 Scotiabank –Annual BorrowingResolution It was pointed out that the letter from Scotiabank referred tothe Town as opposed to the Municipality. Council wouldlike them to be informed of the error and request that futurecorrespondence references the correct unit. MOVED and seconded that Council accept the annualborrowing resolution for the Municipality.MOTION CARRIED#7 Deputy Warden MacAlpine – MEDIC Deputy Warden MacAlpine attended the last MEDIC meeting on the Warden’s behalf. There was a discussion regarding a request that had been received from theDalhousie Medical Program to bring 10 to 12 students toDigby General Hospital. This would provide them with anopportunity to gain experience in a hospital setting as wellas give Digby the opportunity to showcase the area. TheMunicipality’s portion to fund this opportunity would be upto $1,000. The CAO noted that there are funds in thebudget to cover this request.MOVED and seconded that Council contribute up to $1,000to bring in 10-12 students from Dalhousie Medical Schoolfor a weekend to Digby General Hospital. It was mentioned to contact Jean Brittain to see if there issomething that can be done to promote the Digby area.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4MOTION CARRIED#8 Cooke’s Aquaculture – Letter of SupportMOVED and seconded that the Council of the Municipality of the District of Digby provide a letter of support for theproposed growth expansion and investment strategy of Cooke’s Aquaculture providing it is done in anenvironmentally sustainable manner and brings social andeconomic benefit to the people and communities of ruralNova Scotia.MOTION CARRIED1 OPPOSED – Councillor Tudor#9 Councillor Tudor –Community Sign for FreeportThe community of Freeport would like to have a communityevents sign. The cost of a basic sign is $2,500. The StudentAdvisory Council is willing to contribute some funds. Counciladvised that the Village has to be contacted first. The Villagecan request funding from the Municipality if necessary. #10 Deputy Warden MacAlpine -Development of Community FeedingTariff Projects Deputy Warden MacAlpine advised Council that heattended a UNSM meeting in which Community Feeding Tariff Projects were discussed. Council needs to explorethis as it is an opportunity to raise revenue in Nova Scotiaoutside of property taxes. There are several renewableenergy projects. Deputy Warden MacAlpine will make theinformation available to Council. It was suggested that theIndustrial Commission do research on this and bring it backto Council.#11 Councillor Tudor - Islands NursePractitioner Councillor Tudor advised Council that the NursePractitioner on the Islands is gone before the contract wasup as has happened in the past. It was suggested that this concern be forwarded to MEDIC.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to MEDICstating that Council recognizes that the Islands should haveaccess to a fully operating clinic with a consistent staff.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report The CAO report for January 24, 2011 was included in themeeting package.Request for Decision/DirectionDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee – CouncilAppointment Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committee islooking for a Council appointment and it would like to see this member also sit on the Planning Advisory Committee.MOVED and seconded that Council appoint CouncillorAdams to the Digby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5MeetingDates/Reminders Councillor Amero is unable to attend the meetingsscheduled for both February 14 and 21. Councillor Adamsis also unable to attend the February 21 meeting. It wasagreed to cancel the meeting for February 21, 2011. April 25, 2011 is Easter Monday, so it was agreed to changethe Council meeting to April 26, 2011.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$478,612.03 for the month of November 2010 be approvedas presented.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$488,503.28 for the month of December 2010 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial Report The financial report for November 30, 2010 was circulated.Council CommitteesRecommendations toCouncil fromCommittee of theWholeBuilding Inspector –Appointment of CathyBarrMOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barr asa Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDRecommendations toCouncil from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeDog By-law 2006-02TLC Animal Shelter AgreementMOVED and seconded that Council approve first reading of the amendment to Dog By-law 2006-02.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council accept the contract agreement for the TLC Animal Shelter.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeeminutes from October 2010 were included in the meetingpackage.Heritage AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Heritage Advisory Committee meetingsince the last Council meeting. There should soon be a meeting.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meetingsince the last report.Police AdvisoryCommittee There is a Police Advisory Committee meeting scheduledfor February 8, 2011. There is one citizen position thatneeds to be filled.REMO ManagementPlanning Committee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutesfrom September 2010 were included in the meetingpackage. November 23, 2010 was the last meeting. Therewas a discussion about the amount of water flowing in theback country. Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on inNovember 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup There has been no Airport Working Group meeting sincethe last Council meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for November and December 2010were included in the meeting package. Also included wasthe 2010 mid-year review. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2011.Digby AnnapolisDevelopment Corp There is a tentative DADC meeting scheduled for February7, 2011. They need to discuss the facility.Digby Area LearningAssociation There hasn’t been a Digby Area Learning Associationmeeting since November. There is a meeting scheduled for January 26, 2011.Digby Area TourismAssociation The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for November 2010 were included in the meeting package.Councillor Tudor has volunteered to put together a passportprogram similar to the one that is used in the Yukon. ThePines have agreed to put together a one week visit for thegrand prize. There will be smaller prizes as well. Theprogram is designed to get tourists to go to differentattractions and local businesses to obtain a stamp.Councillor Tudor is putting together a rough draft for thenext meeting. Councillor Tudor also noted the Province has agreed to putthe whale watching symbol on signage as opposed to thelighthouse as originally planned.Digby Area Recreation Committee The DARC minutes for November 2010 as well as staffreports were included in the meeting package. Things are going well at DARC. They are currentlylooking for volunteers. Digby Harbour PortAssociation The Digby Harbour Port Association minutes for July 2010were included in the Council package. The next meeting isscheduled for January 27, 2011.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7 There has been a fair amount of weather damage done to thewharf. Councillor Gregory will obtain the up-to-dateminutes and distribute to Council.Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the lastreport. Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden MacAlpine has had a discussion with theDirector of Finance from Annapolis and it is hoped to havea meeting by the end of February.Industrial Commission The Industrial Commission meeting minutes for June 2010were included in the meeting package. The main discussionof the meeting was regarding the direction to take for tidalpower in the Bay of Fundy.Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for December 2010,and the ridership report for November 2010 were includedin the meeting package. The meeting scheduled for January20, 2011 was postponed to January 27, 2011. CouncillorAmero will be unable to attend. Councillor Adams added that she attended a meeting for Warden Gregory in regards to Kings Transit. It wasdiscussed that with Convergys shutting down, there will betwelve minutes added to the schedule. The Town of Digbyis trying to get them to come downtown and also to theferry when it is in.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee Coordinator’s report forJanuary 2011 was included in the meeting package. Therewas a meeting on January 11, 2011. Dawn Thomas hasbeen very busy. The workshop Ms. Thomas presented toUNSM has made Digby high profile in the Province. There was a discussion regarding grants that might beavailable for the program.Tideview Terrace There was a Continuing Care Innovation documentcirculated to Council. There is a Tideview Terrace meetingon January 25, 2011 in which an update will be given on thenew Tideview. It was noted that the proceeds from the Robbie Burns dinnerwas being donated to Tideview. Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for September 2010 as well asstaff reports were included in the meeting package. Thenext meeting is February 14, 2011. Construction is ongoing for the public drop off site by thetransfer station. It is hoped to have it up in operation soon.People will be able to drop off their garbage if it has beenmissed or if they are going to be away. It is hoped that this will stop illegal dumping.Western CountiesRegional Library November 25, 2010 was the last meeting with TrudyAmirault. There was a new person lined up to take herplace, but that person ended up declining the position. Theposition is being advertised again. There is someone in
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8place for the interim. Council ActivityReports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month. The Hanse Society should be added under the RegionalCommittees as Councillor Amero will be reporting on thiscommittee.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss contractual issues.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:40PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2Harvieux for the presentation. MinutesNovember 22, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council ofNovember 22, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommittee – FirstReading of Amendment # 11 of Tax Exemption By-law 2000-02.MOVED and seconded that first reading be approved forAmendment # 11 of the Tax Exemption By-law 2002-02 adding the Old Weymouth Library Building to Schedule“A”.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 Ashley Lee Smith, Islands Consolidated School – Youth GrantRequestMOVED and seconded that a grant of $250 be given to Ashley Lee Smith from Islands Consolidated School.MOTION CARRIED#2 Jean Brittain, Chair, DARC –Canadian CurlingSeniors Event A request has been received from DARC for theMunicipality of Digby to sponsor the Canadian CurlingSeniors Event by purchasing squares on the ice surface inwhich the Municipal logo would be put in the ice.MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the CanadianCurling Seniors Event in the amount of $250 as well asdonate 125 Municipal pins for the event.MOTION CARRIED#3 ShelburneChamber of Commerce – Letter of Support The Shelburne Chamber of Commerce is looking for a letterof support for a Yarmouth ferry. Council expressed thatthey would like to support a tourist ferry, but not one thatwould compete with Digby with commercial traffic.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3MOVED and seconded that Council send a letter of supportto Community and Economic Development, the Town ofShelburne and carbon-copied to Honourable Percy Paris,Minister of Economic and Rural Development, for a touristferry to come to Yarmouth. It was mentioned that tourism numbers have dropped off dramatically and that the boat will be supported.MOTION CARRIED#4 DARC – Citizen Appointment – J.P. Hugh SprouleMOVED and seconded that J.P. Hugh Sproule be appointedas a citizen representative to the Digby Area RecreationCommission.MOTION CARRIED#5 Councillor Tudor –Freeport Public Wharf Councillor Tudor advised that there have been gates put upbarring public access to the Freeport Wharf after hours.Local residents have been in the habit of walking on thewharf in the evening and aren’t happy with the decision.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Shirley Scott stating that Council feels for her not being able to go for walks on the wharf; however, municipalities don’t havecontrol over the wharfs. MOTION CARRIED#6 Scotiabank –Annual BorrowingResolution It was pointed out that the letter from Scotiabank referred tothe Town as opposed to the Municipality. Council wouldlike them to be informed of the error and request that futurecorrespondence references the correct unit. MOVED and seconded that Council accept the annualborrowing resolution for the Municipality.MOTION CARRIED#7 Deputy Warden MacAlpine – MEDIC Deputy Warden MacAlpine attended the last MEDIC meeting on the Warden’s behalf. There was a discussion regarding a request that had been received from theDalhousie Medical Program to bring 10 to 12 students toDigby General Hospital. This would provide them with anopportunity to gain experience in a hospital setting as wellas give Digby the opportunity to showcase the area. TheMunicipality’s portion to fund this opportunity would be upto $1,000. The CAO noted that there are funds in thebudget to cover this request.MOVED and seconded that Council contribute up to $1,000to bring in 10-12 students from Dalhousie Medical Schoolfor a weekend to Digby General Hospital. It was mentioned to contact Jean Brittain to see if there issomething that can be done to promote the Digby area.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4MOTION CARRIED#8 Cooke’s Aquaculture – Letter of SupportMOVED and seconded that the Council of the Municipality of the District of Digby provide a letter of support for theproposed growth expansion and investment strategy of Cooke’s Aquaculture providing it is done in anenvironmentally sustainable manner and brings social andeconomic benefit to the people and communities of ruralNova Scotia.MOTION CARRIED1 OPPOSED – Councillor Tudor#9 Councillor Tudor –Community Sign for FreeportThe community of Freeport would like to have a communityevents sign. The cost of a basic sign is $2,500. The StudentAdvisory Council is willing to contribute some funds. Counciladvised that the Village has to be contacted first. The Villagecan request funding from the Municipality if necessary. #10 Deputy Warden MacAlpine -Development of Community FeedingTariff Projects Deputy Warden MacAlpine advised Council that heattended a UNSM meeting in which Community Feeding Tariff Projects were discussed. Council needs to explorethis as it is an opportunity to raise revenue in Nova Scotiaoutside of property taxes. There are several renewableenergy projects. Deputy Warden MacAlpine will make theinformation available to Council. It was suggested that theIndustrial Commission do research on this and bring it backto Council.#11 Councillor Tudor - Islands NursePractitioner Councillor Tudor advised Council that the NursePractitioner on the Islands is gone before the contract wasup as has happened in the past. It was suggested that this concern be forwarded to MEDIC.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to MEDICstating that Council recognizes that the Islands should haveaccess to a fully operating clinic with a consistent staff.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report The CAO report for January 24, 2011 was included in themeeting package.Request for Decision/DirectionDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee – CouncilAppointment Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committee islooking for a Council appointment and it would like to see this member also sit on the Planning Advisory Committee.MOVED and seconded that Council appoint CouncillorAdams to the Digby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5MeetingDates/Reminders Councillor Amero is unable to attend the meetingsscheduled for both February 14 and 21. Councillor Adamsis also unable to attend the February 21 meeting. It wasagreed to cancel the meeting for February 21, 2011. April 25, 2011 is Easter Monday, so it was agreed to changethe Council meeting to April 26, 2011.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$478,612.03 for the month of November 2010 be approvedas presented.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$488,503.28 for the month of December 2010 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial Report The financial report for November 30, 2010 was circulated.Council CommitteesRecommendations toCouncil fromCommittee of theWholeBuilding Inspector –Appointment of CathyBarrMOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barr asa Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDRecommendations toCouncil from Bylaw& Policy CommitteeDog By-law 2006-02TLC Animal Shelter AgreementMOVED and seconded that Council approve first reading of the amendment to Dog By-law 2006-02.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council accept the contract agreement for the TLC Animal Shelter.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory CommitteesDigby Source Water Protection AdvisoryCommittee The Digby Source Water Protection Advisory Committeeminutes from October 2010 were included in the meetingpackage.Heritage AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Heritage Advisory Committee meetingsince the last Council meeting. There should soon be a meeting.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meetingsince the last report.Police AdvisoryCommittee There is a Police Advisory Committee meeting scheduledfor February 8, 2011. There is one citizen position thatneeds to be filled.REMO ManagementPlanning Committee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutesfrom September 2010 were included in the meetingpackage. November 23, 2010 was the last meeting. Therewas a discussion about the amount of water flowing in theback country. Tri County HousingAuthority The Tri County Housing Authority was last reported on inNovember 2010. The reports are on a quarterly basis.Regional / Joint CommitteesAirport WorkingGroup There has been no Airport Working Group meeting sincethe last Council meeting.Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for November and December 2010were included in the meeting package. Also included wasthe 2010 mid-year review. The next meeting is scheduled for January 27, 2011.Digby AnnapolisDevelopment Corp There is a tentative DADC meeting scheduled for February7, 2011. They need to discuss the facility.Digby Area LearningAssociation There hasn’t been a Digby Area Learning Associationmeeting since November. There is a meeting scheduled for January 26, 2011.Digby Area TourismAssociation The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for November 2010 were included in the meeting package.Councillor Tudor has volunteered to put together a passportprogram similar to the one that is used in the Yukon. ThePines have agreed to put together a one week visit for thegrand prize. There will be smaller prizes as well. Theprogram is designed to get tourists to go to differentattractions and local businesses to obtain a stamp.Councillor Tudor is putting together a rough draft for thenext meeting. Councillor Tudor also noted the Province has agreed to putthe whale watching symbol on signage as opposed to thelighthouse as originally planned.Digby Area Recreation Committee The DARC minutes for November 2010 as well as staffreports were included in the meeting package. Things are going well at DARC. They are currentlylooking for volunteers. Digby Harbour PortAssociation The Digby Harbour Port Association minutes for July 2010were included in the Council package. The next meeting isscheduled for January 27, 2011.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7 There has been a fair amount of weather damage done to thewharf. Councillor Gregory will obtain the up-to-dateminutes and distribute to Council.Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the lastreport. Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden MacAlpine has had a discussion with theDirector of Finance from Annapolis and it is hoped to havea meeting by the end of February.Industrial Commission The Industrial Commission meeting minutes for June 2010were included in the meeting package. The main discussionof the meeting was regarding the direction to take for tidalpower in the Bay of Fundy.Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for December 2010,and the ridership report for November 2010 were includedin the meeting package. The meeting scheduled for January20, 2011 was postponed to January 27, 2011. CouncillorAmero will be unable to attend. Councillor Adams added that she attended a meeting for Warden Gregory in regards to Kings Transit. It wasdiscussed that with Convergys shutting down, there will betwelve minutes added to the schedule. The Town of Digbyis trying to get them to come downtown and also to theferry when it is in.Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee Coordinator’s report forJanuary 2011 was included in the meeting package. Therewas a meeting on January 11, 2011. Dawn Thomas hasbeen very busy. The workshop Ms. Thomas presented toUNSM has made Digby high profile in the Province. There was a discussion regarding grants that might beavailable for the program.Tideview Terrace There was a Continuing Care Innovation documentcirculated to Council. There is a Tideview Terrace meetingon January 25, 2011 in which an update will be given on thenew Tideview. It was noted that the proceeds from the Robbie Burns dinnerwas being donated to Tideview. Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for September 2010 as well asstaff reports were included in the meeting package. Thenext meeting is February 14, 2011. Construction is ongoing for the public drop off site by thetransfer station. It is hoped to have it up in operation soon.People will be able to drop off their garbage if it has beenmissed or if they are going to be away. It is hoped that this will stop illegal dumping.Western CountiesRegional Library November 25, 2010 was the last meeting with TrudyAmirault. There was a new person lined up to take herplace, but that person ended up declining the position. Theposition is being advertised again. There is someone in
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesJanuary 24, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8place for the interim. Council ActivityReports/OtherCommitteesCouncillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month. The Hanse Society should be added under the RegionalCommittees as Councillor Amero will be reporting on thiscommittee.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Deputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss contractual issues.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:40PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe meeting was called to order with Warden Gregory in thechair at 6:01 pm.AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory asked everyone to pause to seek guidance forthe meeting.AgendaCouncillor Adams added New Years Levy as New Business #7.MOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved asamended.MOTION CARRIEDHearings & PresentationsGreg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister Dept. of Fisheries and Aquaculture Councillor Gregory introduced Mr. Greg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister from the Department of Fisheries and Aquaculture who would be making a presentation. Also present to answer any questions that may arise were Mr. Marshall Giles, Director of Aquaculture, Dr. Toby Balch, Manager of Aquaculture Development, Dr. Roland Cusack,Fish Health Veterinarian, Chuck McKenna, Manager ofAquaculture Policy and Licensing, and Celeste Sullivan,Communications Director.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2MOVED and seconded that Mr. Greg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister from the Department of Fisheries andAquaculture come before the committee to make apresentation.MOTION CARRIED Mr. Roach began the presentation by outlining the varioustypes of aquaculture that are happening in Nova Scotia.The growth area that has been happening globally is fromfish farming, the wild fish have hit a plateau. Mr. Roachoutlined the governance that is in place, the value ofproduction in several provinces in Canada including NovaScotia, and outlined some important aquaculture facts. Amap was presented which showed a footprint of the areathat the cages occupy. It was noted that the cages actuallyonly occupy about 25 percent of the area that is leased.Opportunities were outlined associated with the fish farming industry. Mr. Roach also reviewed the applicationprocess. A question and answer period followed the presentation.There was a question regarding the frequency of audits orinspections of the farms. It was noted that the farms aremonitored every year. Farmers are required to have a third party review done to be forwarded to the Department ofFisheries and Aquaculture. There was a question regardingthe regulations of fouling. The Department has workedwith fish farms to move locations if there were any issues.There is a fouling program in place in New Brunswick which has been the result of problems with fish healthissues. There isn’t a regulatory rule for how much fish areallowed in the cages. Marine visits are done monthly and there is a fish health checkup which is not a regulatoryfunction, but something that is done. Each site is differentbased on current and water temperature. The Westport sitehas been there 12 years without fouling. There was asample done in Westport last summer and there has been noindication of a problem. That site has been sampled since2004. There was a question regarding the number of jobsproduced in regards to the farms. Mr. Roach explained thatthere is a larger amount of jobs in areas that can supporttheir own processing plant. Councillor Tudor will forward
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3additional questions to the Department. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and also introduced theCouncillors and staff representatives from the Town ofDigby as well as the representative from the RegionalDevelopment Authority. Recess There was a short recess before continuing with thebusiness.MinutesDecember 13, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes of December 13, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising/OldBusiness#1 Street LightRequest – 38 Old Route # 217 Loop A request has been received to add a streetlight to 38 OldRoute #217 Loop which is the last pole on the road. Thisroad is a dead end road, and with no light at the end it posesa safety concern. The streetlight policy has been written forthe safety of pedestrians and traffic.MOVED and seconded that a streetlight be installed at 38Old Route #217 Loop Road. There was a concern that if a similar request comes inwhich was for a non-street lighting area that Council mayhave set a precedent by making this decision. It was notedthat this decision does not set a precedent.MOTION CARRIED#2 FCM Farewell to NS Breakfast The CAO outlined the different sponsorship levels for theFCM Farewell to NS Breakfast. MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the FCMFarewell NS Breakfast at the bronze level.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4#3 Relocation of Land Registration Office –Letter of Responsefrom Minister Jennex An update was given in regards to a meeting that had takenplace to discuss the relocation of the Land Registration Office in Weymouth. One major concern that came up wasthe concern of employees being left alone. They had tried cross-training but that didn’t work out well. It was mentioned that in Clare there are petitions in a number of businesses to save the Deeds Office inWeymouth. There were some petitions from Digby as welland they will be presented all at once in Halifax. WardenGregory stated that it was a positive meeting, but there wassome concern from Council that the decision has beenmade.Other BusinessArising NILDeputy WardenMacAlpine No Business ArisingCouncillor Amero No Business ArisingCouncillor Adams No Business ArisingCouncillor Tudor No Business ArisingWarden Gregory No Business ArisingNew Business#1 Brier Island Chamber of Commerce – Philip Halliday There was a discussion regarding the request from the BrierIsland Chamber of Commerce regarding the Philip Hallidaycase. Council stated that the case has not yet gone to courtand Council was concerned that Municipal governmentdoes not have a voice for international law. It wassuggested that Council could lobby the FederalGovernment.MOVED and seconded that the letter from Brier IslandChamber of Commerce be forwarded to Greg Kerr. A letter will also be sent to Brier Island Chamber of
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Commerce stating that the letter has been sent on to Greg Kerr.MOTION CARRIED#2 Admiral DigbyLibrary & HistoricalSociety – FundingRequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from theAdmiral Digby Library and Historical Society be referredto the budget process.MOTION CARRIED The budget and amount being requested will be obtained.#3 IslandsConsolidated School –Funding RequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from Islands Consolidated School be referred to the budgetprocess.MOTION CARRIED Warden Gregory explained the budget process to CouncillorTudor. #4 Trinity Anglican Church – FundingRequest Deputy Warden MacAlpine declared a conflict of interest.MOVED and seconded that the funding request from theTrinity Anglican Church be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#5 Digby Pines -TenderMOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theProvince of Nova Scotia outlining Council’s concerns withthe threat of the Pines being disposed of by the Province. It should also be noted that it is very vital to continue to ownand operate this facility as it is an asset to tourism.MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –E-Cards Guysborough County has been sending e-cards at Christmastime and sending the funds saved to the Food Bank. It wassuggested that Council do the same; however, possiblychange where the donation would go on a yearly basis. Oneconcern that was raised was whether this decision would
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6interfere with the local businesses. It was noted that thecards are not being purchased locally as they are pre-printed. Another suggestion was made to do the e-cardsand pass the savings on to the tax payers. Council will decide every November prior to sending outthe e-cards where the money will be donated.MOVED and seconded that Council start sending e-cardsfor Christmas beginning in 2011.MOTION CARRIEDNew Years Levy It was noted that the Town of Digby has been doing a NewYears levy periodically. It was suggested that theMunicipality do it as well and possibly alternate with theTown every other year. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to the Townof Digby asking if they would be interested in alternating every other year for a New Years Levy.MOTION CARRIEDTri-County SchoolBoard – Education Cuts It was mentioned that Tri-County Regional School Boardsent out a letter to all parents to see what cuts they could live with. A big cut will be coming over the next threeyears. It was noted that if they removed everything on thelist sent out to parents, they would not be able to achievethe 22 percent they are looking for.Chief AdministrativeReportMunicipal Office –Open HouseHerring WorkersProgramSigns – Transfer Station The CAO report dated January 10, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package. There will be an open house at the Municipal Office onFriday, January 14, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The Herring Workers Program was non-successful. There was a concern with the signs that have been placed bythe transfer station. The signs have a picture only, and people may not know what they mean. It was suggested
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7that an article be placed in the Coastline with a picture ofthe signs and a description of what they mean.Request for Decisions/DirectionAppointment of CathyBarr as a MunicipalBuilding Inspector MOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barras a Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDDepartment ReportsTaxation The Taxation report for December 2010 was included in themeeting package. Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection Report The Building Inspection report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Airport/Dispatch The Airport/Dispatch report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Dog Control Activityand Financial Report The Dog Control Activity and Financial report forDecember 2010 was included in the meeting package. Coordinator ProgramDevelopmentN/AOther BusinessN/AUpdates fromPrevious meetingsN/ASpecial ProjectsUpdatesN/AStrategic PrioritiesUpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/A
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8Comments from theGallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions.In CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss a contractual issue.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia2MOVED and seconded that Mr. Greg Roach, AssociateDeputy Minister from the Department of Fisheries andAquaculture come before the committee to make apresentation.MOTION CARRIED Mr. Roach began the presentation by outlining the varioustypes of aquaculture that are happening in Nova Scotia.The growth area that has been happening globally is fromfish farming, the wild fish have hit a plateau. Mr. Roachoutlined the governance that is in place, the value ofproduction in several provinces in Canada including NovaScotia, and outlined some important aquaculture facts. Amap was presented which showed a footprint of the areathat the cages occupy. It was noted that the cages actuallyonly occupy about 25 percent of the area that is leased.Opportunities were outlined associated with the fish farming industry. Mr. Roach also reviewed the applicationprocess. A question and answer period followed the presentation.There was a question regarding the frequency of audits orinspections of the farms. It was noted that the farms aremonitored every year. Farmers are required to have a third party review done to be forwarded to the Department ofFisheries and Aquaculture. There was a question regardingthe regulations of fouling. The Department has workedwith fish farms to move locations if there were any issues.There is a fouling program in place in New Brunswick which has been the result of problems with fish healthissues. There isn’t a regulatory rule for how much fish areallowed in the cages. Marine visits are done monthly and there is a fish health checkup which is not a regulatoryfunction, but something that is done. Each site is differentbased on current and water temperature. The Westport sitehas been there 12 years without fouling. There was asample done in Westport last summer and there has been noindication of a problem. That site has been sampled since2004. There was a question regarding the number of jobsproduced in regards to the farms. Mr. Roach explained thatthere is a larger amount of jobs in areas that can supporttheir own processing plant. Councillor Tudor will forward
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia3additional questions to the Department. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and also introduced theCouncillors and staff representatives from the Town ofDigby as well as the representative from the RegionalDevelopment Authority. Recess There was a short recess before continuing with thebusiness.MinutesDecember 13, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes of December 13, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDBusiness Arising/OldBusiness#1 Street LightRequest – 38 Old Route # 217 Loop A request has been received to add a streetlight to 38 OldRoute #217 Loop which is the last pole on the road. Thisroad is a dead end road, and with no light at the end it posesa safety concern. The streetlight policy has been written forthe safety of pedestrians and traffic.MOVED and seconded that a streetlight be installed at 38Old Route #217 Loop Road. There was a concern that if a similar request comes inwhich was for a non-street lighting area that Council mayhave set a precedent by making this decision. It was notedthat this decision does not set a precedent.MOTION CARRIED#2 FCM Farewell to NS Breakfast The CAO outlined the different sponsorship levels for theFCM Farewell to NS Breakfast. MOVED and seconded that Council sponsor the FCMFarewell NS Breakfast at the bronze level.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia4#3 Relocation of Land Registration Office –Letter of Responsefrom Minister Jennex An update was given in regards to a meeting that had takenplace to discuss the relocation of the Land Registration Office in Weymouth. One major concern that came up wasthe concern of employees being left alone. They had tried cross-training but that didn’t work out well. It was mentioned that in Clare there are petitions in a number of businesses to save the Deeds Office inWeymouth. There were some petitions from Digby as welland they will be presented all at once in Halifax. WardenGregory stated that it was a positive meeting, but there wassome concern from Council that the decision has beenmade.Other BusinessArising NILDeputy WardenMacAlpine No Business ArisingCouncillor Amero No Business ArisingCouncillor Adams No Business ArisingCouncillor Tudor No Business ArisingWarden Gregory No Business ArisingNew Business#1 Brier Island Chamber of Commerce – Philip Halliday There was a discussion regarding the request from the BrierIsland Chamber of Commerce regarding the Philip Hallidaycase. Council stated that the case has not yet gone to courtand Council was concerned that Municipal governmentdoes not have a voice for international law. It wassuggested that Council could lobby the FederalGovernment.MOVED and seconded that the letter from Brier IslandChamber of Commerce be forwarded to Greg Kerr. A letter will also be sent to Brier Island Chamber of
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia5Commerce stating that the letter has been sent on to Greg Kerr.MOTION CARRIED#2 Admiral DigbyLibrary & HistoricalSociety – FundingRequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from theAdmiral Digby Library and Historical Society be referredto the budget process.MOTION CARRIED The budget and amount being requested will be obtained.#3 IslandsConsolidated School –Funding RequestMOVED and seconded that the funding request from Islands Consolidated School be referred to the budgetprocess.MOTION CARRIED Warden Gregory explained the budget process to CouncillorTudor. #4 Trinity Anglican Church – FundingRequest Deputy Warden MacAlpine declared a conflict of interest.MOVED and seconded that the funding request from theTrinity Anglican Church be referred to the budget process.MOTION CARRIED#5 Digby Pines -TenderMOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theProvince of Nova Scotia outlining Council’s concerns withthe threat of the Pines being disposed of by the Province. It should also be noted that it is very vital to continue to ownand operate this facility as it is an asset to tourism.MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –E-Cards Guysborough County has been sending e-cards at Christmastime and sending the funds saved to the Food Bank. It wassuggested that Council do the same; however, possiblychange where the donation would go on a yearly basis. Oneconcern that was raised was whether this decision would
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia6interfere with the local businesses. It was noted that thecards are not being purchased locally as they are pre-printed. Another suggestion was made to do the e-cardsand pass the savings on to the tax payers. Council will decide every November prior to sending outthe e-cards where the money will be donated.MOVED and seconded that Council start sending e-cardsfor Christmas beginning in 2011.MOTION CARRIEDNew Years Levy It was noted that the Town of Digby has been doing a NewYears levy periodically. It was suggested that theMunicipality do it as well and possibly alternate with theTown every other year. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to the Townof Digby asking if they would be interested in alternating every other year for a New Years Levy.MOTION CARRIEDTri-County SchoolBoard – Education Cuts It was mentioned that Tri-County Regional School Boardsent out a letter to all parents to see what cuts they could live with. A big cut will be coming over the next threeyears. It was noted that if they removed everything on thelist sent out to parents, they would not be able to achievethe 22 percent they are looking for.Chief AdministrativeReportMunicipal Office –Open HouseHerring WorkersProgramSigns – Transfer Station The CAO report dated January 10, 2011 was included in theCOTW Package. There will be an open house at the Municipal Office onFriday, January 14, 2011 from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. The Herring Workers Program was non-successful. There was a concern with the signs that have been placed bythe transfer station. The signs have a picture only, and people may not know what they mean. It was suggested
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia7that an article be placed in the Coastline with a picture ofthe signs and a description of what they mean.Request for Decisions/DirectionAppointment of CathyBarr as a MunicipalBuilding Inspector MOVED and seconded that Council appoint Cathy Barras a Municipal Building Inspector.MOTION CARRIEDDepartment ReportsTaxation The Taxation report for December 2010 was included in themeeting package. Building Inspection Report/Fire Inspection Report The Building Inspection report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Airport/Dispatch The Airport/Dispatch report for December 2010 wasincluded in the meeting package. Dog Control Activityand Financial Report The Dog Control Activity and Financial report forDecember 2010 was included in the meeting package. Coordinator ProgramDevelopmentN/AOther BusinessN/AUpdates fromPrevious meetingsN/ASpecial ProjectsUpdatesN/AStrategic PrioritiesUpdateN/ANotice of MotionN/A
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Committee of the Whole MinutesJanuary 11, 2011Seabrook, Nova Scotia8Comments from theGallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions.In CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera to discuss a contractual issue.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:15PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and asked everyone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaMOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved ascirculated.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsGloria Banks, GrantThornton – 2009-2010 Audited FinancialStatementsMOVED and seconded that Ms. Gloria Banks from theGrant Thornton come before Council to present the 2009-2010 Audited Financial Statements.MOTION CARRIEDMs. Banks from Grant Thornton went over the audited financialstatements for Council.MOVED and seconded that Council accept the 2009-2010 audited financial statements.MOTION CARRIEDMinutesOctober 25, 2010November 8, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council ofOctober 25, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the minutes from the SpecialCouncil of November 8, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia2Business Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Digby Ground Search and Rescue –Funding RequestStaff was asked at the last meeting if they could follow up withDigby Ground Search and Rescue to find out if theyinvestigated any options with respect to leasing as opposed topurchasing a new vehicle. Digby Ground Search and Rescueare unable to lease because the vehicle needs to be altered. TheCAO noted that the REMO Coordinator is applying for a grantwhich might be able to be used for this purpose. The CAO willkeep Council updated in the CAO report.MOVED and seconded that the funding request from DigbyGround Search and Rescue be tabled until information isreceived in regards to receiving a grant.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 Department of Natural Resources –Property OnlineAccess The CAO advised that she has had contact with someonewho is quite involved with Freedom of Information. It wassuggested if they require further information they can receive it from their lawyers as they already have access toProperty Online.#2 Councillor Amero – Provincial Decision to move RegistryOffice out of Weymouth Councillor Amero received a news release from the MLAregarding the Provincial decision to move the RegistryOffice out of Weymouth. The decision did not includemunicipalities or the public. The Registry Office has beenin Weymouth for 225 years. It was mentioned that a lettershould be written expressing Council’s displeasure withmoving the Registry Office as well as requesting to have ameeting to further discuss this matter. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theMinister requesting a meeting in regards to what is taking place in the Weymouth community. It was noted that the facility is quite new. MOTION CARRIED Council is also concerned with the Department ofAgriculture totally leaving Digby County. Digby County
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia3has the highest agriculture income in all of Nova Scotia.Taking these businesses out of Weymouth puts a burden onthe village as well.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theMinister of Agriculture requesting an explanation as to why the Department of Agriculture was taken from Weymouthand put into Cornwallis when Weymouth has the highestagricultural income in all of Nova Scotia.MOTION CARRIED#3 Warden Gregory –Doctors Nova Scotia –Golden Apple Award Doctors Nova Scotia has created the Golden AppleCommunity Award because they believe being healthystarts before a visit to the doctor’s office. The award will begiven annually to a community group making innovativeand strategic decisions about promoting healthy living choices. Warden Gregory would like to put this in theCoastline. This is going to be forwarded to the RecreationDepartment as well. It was noted that one of ourcommunity groups could be eligible to receive this. It wassuggested to get Mr. Powell to notify community groupsthat he is aware of. The Coastline is almost completed;however, this will be added if a space can be obtained.#4 Municipal FinanceCorp – MunicipalFinance Workshop Council members are to contact the executive secretary with a date that would be good for the Municipal FinanceWorkshop.#5 Councillor Tudor –EnvironmentScreening or FullEnvironmentalAssessment Public comments have been requested regarding theproposed marine aquaculture sites in Freeport and Grand Passage. They would like a reply December 5, 2010. It was noted that it would be good to see the project go forward if there were no environmental setbacks.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to KevinLeBlanc from Transport Canada requesting a joint panelreview and also find out what this would entail.MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –Light at the End of theAirport Driveway Warden Gregory advised that the Airport driveway can bevery hard to find after dark and in the foggy weather andsuggested that a light be installed at the end of thedriveway. Staff has agreed to investigate options. AdministrationRequest for decision/directionApproval of Organizational StudyMOVED and seconded that Council approve theorganizational study.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia4Approval of NewCAO Job DescriptionMOVED and seconded that Council approve the new jobdescription for the CAO.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report No MeetingHerring WorkersAgreement The CAO report for November 22, 2010 was included inthe meeting package. There is no scheduled meeting for December 6, 2010. The CAO was in contact with an individual that qualifiesfor the program. He will meet with TLC animal shelter tosee if he can put 160 hours in there. He is the only personwho contacted the CAO.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$779,382.31 for the month of October 2010 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial ReportN/ACorrespondencePartnership for SustainableDevelopment of DigbyNeck & IslandsSociety It was noted that Honourable Sterling Belliveau, Minister ofFisheries and Aquaculture has asked to meet with theresidents in District 4. Council CommitteesCommittee of theWholeFundy YMCATender Loving CareAnimal ShelterMOVED and seconded that Council approve funding forcapital renovations in the amount of $25,000 for four yearsbeginning April 2011.MOTION CARRIEDIt was suggested that instead of taking the first $8,000 from thedog tag revenue to pay back the grant that half be taken in orderto provide operating funds for the shelter. There was a concernwith how much revenue will even be generated from thisprogram and it is unknown how long it will take to generateenough revenue to cover the $8,000. It has to go to bylaw and policy and how it is to be paid back can be decided at a laterdate.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia5Herring WorkersAgreementWeymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommitteeMOVED and seconded that Council approve a grant in theamount of $8,000 with revenue generated from proposeddog tag fee to be used to cover the grant and to providefuture grants, with the rate of payback to be decided at a bylaw and policy meeting.MOTION CARRIED1 OPPOSEDMOVED and seconded that Council agree with the Provinceto sign the Herring Workers Agreement.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council donate the formerWeymouth Library Building to the Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopment Committee.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council provide a tax exemption on the former Weymouth Library building if theownership is transferred to the Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopment Committee.MOTION CARRIEDBylaw & PolicyReviewAppointment of ADEDA AlternateMemberNew CommitteeAppointmentsMOVED and seconded that Warden Gregory sit on theADEDA board as the alternate.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council approve the newcommittee appointments determined at the Bylaw andPolicy meeting.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory Committees#1 REMOManagement PlanningCommittee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutesfrom September 2010 were included in the meetingpackage. There is a meeting scheduled for November 23, 2010.#2 Heritage AdvisoryCommittee There was no Heritage Advisory Committee meeting sincethe last report.#3 Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meetingsince the last report. There will soon be a meetingscheduled.#4 Police AdvisoryCommittee There Police Advisory Committee meeting minutes fromApril 2010 were included in the meeting package. There is
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia6still one citizen position that needs to be filled. There was ameeting last week and both Victoria Wilson and RickMiller were sworn in. The next meeting is scheduled forFebruary. #5 Tri CountyHousing Authority The Tri County Housing Authority report for June 1 toOctober 31, 2010 was included in the meeting package. The three western housing authorities will be one as ofDecember 2010. This includes Tri County, AnnapolisValley and South Shore Housing Authority. Council mentioned that they have concerns with thevacancies in the units. It was mentioned that there areaccessibility issues. Regional / Joint Committees#1 Airport WorkingGroup The Airport Working Group minutes for July andNovember 2010 were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting on November 15, 2010. There was anelection for Chair and Vice-Chair. Mason Vantassell is thenew Chair, and Jimmy MacAlpine is the new Vice-Chair. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Mr. NeilNichols for the efforts he placed as a Chair person of theAirport Working Group and for the leadership he hasprovided moving the Airport forward. The committee has decided that the jet fuel and webcam shouldbe put on hold. They are in hopes to obtain funding and theremight be opportunities in the new fiscal year. MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded to postpone the purchase of jet fueland webcam for the Airport.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the terms of reference for theAirport be approved.MOTION CARRIED#2 Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for September 2010 were included inthe meeting package. The managing director report forOctober as well as the managing director letter ofresignation was included in the meeting package. The regional development authority is in dire straights rightnow until things are worked out with Annapolis County. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Mr.Gushue thanking him for his services on behalf of thedevelopment authority and the Municipality of Digby.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia7#3 Digby AnnapolisDevelopment Corp The DADC has not met since the last report.#4 Digby AreaLearning Association The DALA minutes for September 2010 were included inthe meeting package. There is a meeting on November 24,2010. There will be the Annual General Meeting followedby the regular meeting.#5 Digby AreaTourism Association The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for September 2010 were included in the meeting package. Warden Gregory is not sure when the next meeting is. Shewill let the Chair know that Councillor Tudor is the newrepresentative. #6 Digby AreaRecreation Committee The DARC minutes for September 2010 and staff reportsfor October, 2010 were included in the meeting package. Warden Gregory attended the Recreation Nova Scotiaconference. They discussed recreation and physicalactivities. There were a number of awards given out.Warden Gregory outlined the highlights of the conference. DARC has been running well. They are currently looking for nominations for volunteers for their annual volunteerawards dinner. These nominations can be either individualor community groups. There was a discussion regarding minor hockey in Digby and what has been taking place. The hockey association haschanged how people are to play. Attendance has been downat minor hockey. The recreation department has voiced their concern to the Association. It was suggested to obtain the number of registrations prior to the change in comparison to this year. It was also suggested that DARCcontact Hockey NS. #7 Digby Harbour Port Association The Digby Harbour Port Association met on November 18, 2010. Warden Gregory was unable to attend.#8 Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the lastreport.#9 Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden MacAlpine was in contact with the Directorof Finance. It was suggested to contact Eastlink who mightbe interested in fiber. #10 IndustrialCommission The Industrial Commission has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden has talked to the Mayor within the lastcouple weeks and he talked about calling a meeting soon.#11 Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for September 2010,manager’s report for October 2010 and the ridership reportfor September 2010 were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting a couple weeks ago. Most ridership iscontinuing to go down. The garage will help bringmaintenance costs down when it gets up and running. Itwas noted that the Website needs updating. CouncillorAmero will take this back to the next meeting.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia8#12 Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee minutes for October 2010were included in the meeting package. The next meeting isscheduled for January. #13 Tideview Terrace The Tideview Terrace minutes for June and September2010 were included in the meeting package. The CAO wanted to make sure that the Facility DisposalPolicy is being taken care of. It is being addressed. There was a concern raised to Councillor Tudor regarding the large hill the residents will have to climb to get to themall once they have moved to the new building. CouncillorTudor will contact Deborah Boudreau with this concern. The new building is still on schedule and they currentlyhave a plan to move the residents. #14 Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for September 2010, staff reportsfor October 2010, Regional Chairs Minutes and RegionalChairs update were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting on November 8, 2010. They discussedthe request for proposals on the recycling contract. A reportwas given on what the Waste Reduction Coordinator hasbeen doing during the month. There is a new Educator for Waste Check who is doing agood job going around to the schools. Barton school isdoing the best in the region. The Bylaw Enforcement Officer continues to be doing agood job on illegal dump sites. Councillor Tudor had a question about a garbage bin being provided for tourists on the Island by a local store owner.The owner of the store who placed the garbage can therewas told he had to source separate the garbage. It wassuggested that the owner purchase a garbage bin capable ofsource separating. #15 Western CountiesRegional Library There will be a Western Counties Regional Library meetingnext week. An Executive Director is currently being sought. Deputy Warden MacAlpine has been involved in theprocess.Council ActivityReports/OtherCommitteesDeputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Councillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during the
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia9past month.Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:50PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia1Call to OrderThe Council meeting was called to order with Warden Gregoryin the chair at 6:00 p.m. AttendanceCouncillors present: Linda Gregory, Warden Jimmy MacAlpine, Deputy Warden Randall Amero, Councillor Maritza Adams, Councillor David Tudor, CouncillorStaff present: Linda Fraser, Chief Administrative Officer Gordon Wilson, Deputy Chief Administrative Officer Cora Lee Bremner, Executive SecretaryPrayerWarden Gregory welcomed everyone to the meeting and asked everyone to pause to seek guidance for the meeting. Warden Gregory thanked everyone for coming and read theMunicipality’s mission statement.AgendaMOVED and seconded that the agenda be approved ascirculated.MOTION CARRIEDPresentationsGloria Banks, GrantThornton – 2009-2010 Audited FinancialStatementsMOVED and seconded that Ms. Gloria Banks from theGrant Thornton come before Council to present the 2009-2010 Audited Financial Statements.MOTION CARRIEDMs. Banks from Grant Thornton went over the audited financialstatements for Council.MOVED and seconded that Council accept the 2009-2010 audited financial statements.MOTION CARRIEDMinutesOctober 25, 2010November 8, 2010MOVED and seconded that the minutes from the Council ofOctober 25, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the minutes from the SpecialCouncil of November 8, 2010 be approved as circulated.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia2Business Arising from Minutes/OldBusiness#1 Digby Ground Search and Rescue –Funding RequestStaff was asked at the last meeting if they could follow up withDigby Ground Search and Rescue to find out if theyinvestigated any options with respect to leasing as opposed topurchasing a new vehicle. Digby Ground Search and Rescueare unable to lease because the vehicle needs to be altered. TheCAO noted that the REMO Coordinator is applying for a grantwhich might be able to be used for this purpose. The CAO willkeep Council updated in the CAO report.MOVED and seconded that the funding request from DigbyGround Search and Rescue be tabled until information isreceived in regards to receiving a grant.MOTION CARRIEDDeputy Warden MacAlpine No Old Business.Councillor Amero No Old Business.Councillor Adams No Old Business.Councillor Tudor No Old Business.Warden Gregory No Old Business.New Business#1 Department of Natural Resources –Property OnlineAccess The CAO advised that she has had contact with someonewho is quite involved with Freedom of Information. It wassuggested if they require further information they can receive it from their lawyers as they already have access toProperty Online.#2 Councillor Amero – Provincial Decision to move RegistryOffice out of Weymouth Councillor Amero received a news release from the MLAregarding the Provincial decision to move the RegistryOffice out of Weymouth. The decision did not includemunicipalities or the public. The Registry Office has beenin Weymouth for 225 years. It was mentioned that a lettershould be written expressing Council’s displeasure withmoving the Registry Office as well as requesting to have ameeting to further discuss this matter. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theMinister requesting a meeting in regards to what is taking place in the Weymouth community. It was noted that the facility is quite new. MOTION CARRIED Council is also concerned with the Department ofAgriculture totally leaving Digby County. Digby County
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia3has the highest agriculture income in all of Nova Scotia.Taking these businesses out of Weymouth puts a burden onthe village as well.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to theMinister of Agriculture requesting an explanation as to why the Department of Agriculture was taken from Weymouthand put into Cornwallis when Weymouth has the highestagricultural income in all of Nova Scotia.MOTION CARRIED#3 Warden Gregory –Doctors Nova Scotia –Golden Apple Award Doctors Nova Scotia has created the Golden AppleCommunity Award because they believe being healthystarts before a visit to the doctor’s office. The award will begiven annually to a community group making innovativeand strategic decisions about promoting healthy living choices. Warden Gregory would like to put this in theCoastline. This is going to be forwarded to the RecreationDepartment as well. It was noted that one of ourcommunity groups could be eligible to receive this. It wassuggested to get Mr. Powell to notify community groupsthat he is aware of. The Coastline is almost completed;however, this will be added if a space can be obtained.#4 Municipal FinanceCorp – MunicipalFinance Workshop Council members are to contact the executive secretary with a date that would be good for the Municipal FinanceWorkshop.#5 Councillor Tudor –EnvironmentScreening or FullEnvironmentalAssessment Public comments have been requested regarding theproposed marine aquaculture sites in Freeport and Grand Passage. They would like a reply December 5, 2010. It was noted that it would be good to see the project go forward if there were no environmental setbacks.MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to KevinLeBlanc from Transport Canada requesting a joint panelreview and also find out what this would entail.MOTION CARRIED#6 Warden Gregory –Light at the End of theAirport Driveway Warden Gregory advised that the Airport driveway can bevery hard to find after dark and in the foggy weather andsuggested that a light be installed at the end of thedriveway. Staff has agreed to investigate options. AdministrationRequest for decision/directionApproval of Organizational StudyMOVED and seconded that Council approve theorganizational study.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia4Approval of NewCAO Job DescriptionMOVED and seconded that Council approve the new jobdescription for the CAO.MOTION CARRIEDCAO Report No MeetingHerring WorkersAgreement The CAO report for November 22, 2010 was included inthe meeting package. There is no scheduled meeting for December 6, 2010. The CAO was in contact with an individual that qualifiesfor the program. He will meet with TLC animal shelter tosee if he can put 160 hours in there. He is the only personwho contacted the CAO.PayablesMOVED and seconded that the payables in the amount of$779,382.31 for the month of October 2010 be approved aspresented.MOTION CARRIEDFinancial ReportN/ACorrespondencePartnership for SustainableDevelopment of DigbyNeck & IslandsSociety It was noted that Honourable Sterling Belliveau, Minister ofFisheries and Aquaculture has asked to meet with theresidents in District 4. Council CommitteesCommittee of theWholeFundy YMCATender Loving CareAnimal ShelterMOVED and seconded that Council approve funding forcapital renovations in the amount of $25,000 for four yearsbeginning April 2011.MOTION CARRIEDIt was suggested that instead of taking the first $8,000 from thedog tag revenue to pay back the grant that half be taken in orderto provide operating funds for the shelter. There was a concernwith how much revenue will even be generated from thisprogram and it is unknown how long it will take to generateenough revenue to cover the $8,000. It has to go to bylaw and policy and how it is to be paid back can be decided at a laterdate.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia5Herring WorkersAgreementWeymouth WaterfrontDevelopmentCommitteeMOVED and seconded that Council approve a grant in theamount of $8,000 with revenue generated from proposeddog tag fee to be used to cover the grant and to providefuture grants, with the rate of payback to be decided at a bylaw and policy meeting.MOTION CARRIED1 OPPOSEDMOVED and seconded that Council agree with the Provinceto sign the Herring Workers Agreement.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council donate the formerWeymouth Library Building to the Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopment Committee.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council provide a tax exemption on the former Weymouth Library building if theownership is transferred to the Weymouth WaterfrontDevelopment Committee.MOTION CARRIEDBylaw & PolicyReviewAppointment of ADEDA AlternateMemberNew CommitteeAppointmentsMOVED and seconded that Warden Gregory sit on theADEDA board as the alternate.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that Council approve the newcommittee appointments determined at the Bylaw andPolicy meeting.MOTION CARRIEDAdvisory Committees#1 REMOManagement PlanningCommittee The REMO Management Planning Committee minutesfrom September 2010 were included in the meetingpackage. There is a meeting scheduled for November 23, 2010.#2 Heritage AdvisoryCommittee There was no Heritage Advisory Committee meeting sincethe last report.#3 Planning AdvisoryCommittee There has been no Planning Advisory Committee meetingsince the last report. There will soon be a meetingscheduled.#4 Police AdvisoryCommittee There Police Advisory Committee meeting minutes fromApril 2010 were included in the meeting package. There is
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia6still one citizen position that needs to be filled. There was ameeting last week and both Victoria Wilson and RickMiller were sworn in. The next meeting is scheduled forFebruary. #5 Tri CountyHousing Authority The Tri County Housing Authority report for June 1 toOctober 31, 2010 was included in the meeting package. The three western housing authorities will be one as ofDecember 2010. This includes Tri County, AnnapolisValley and South Shore Housing Authority. Council mentioned that they have concerns with thevacancies in the units. It was mentioned that there areaccessibility issues. Regional / Joint Committees#1 Airport WorkingGroup The Airport Working Group minutes for July andNovember 2010 were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting on November 15, 2010. There was anelection for Chair and Vice-Chair. Mason Vantassell is thenew Chair, and Jimmy MacAlpine is the new Vice-Chair. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Mr. NeilNichols for the efforts he placed as a Chair person of theAirport Working Group and for the leadership he hasprovided moving the Airport forward. The committee has decided that the jet fuel and webcam shouldbe put on hold. They are in hopes to obtain funding and theremight be opportunities in the new fiscal year. MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded to postpone the purchase of jet fueland webcam for the Airport.MOTION CARRIEDMOVED and seconded that the terms of reference for theAirport be approved.MOTION CARRIED#2 Annapolis Digby EconomicDevelopment Agency The ADEDA minutes for September 2010 were included inthe meeting package. The managing director report forOctober as well as the managing director letter ofresignation was included in the meeting package. The regional development authority is in dire straights rightnow until things are worked out with Annapolis County. MOVED and seconded that a letter be written to Mr.Gushue thanking him for his services on behalf of thedevelopment authority and the Municipality of Digby.MOTION CARRIED
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia7#3 Digby AnnapolisDevelopment Corp The DADC has not met since the last report.#4 Digby AreaLearning Association The DALA minutes for September 2010 were included inthe meeting package. There is a meeting on November 24,2010. There will be the Annual General Meeting followedby the regular meeting.#5 Digby AreaTourism Association The Digby Area Tourism Association minutes for September 2010 were included in the meeting package. Warden Gregory is not sure when the next meeting is. Shewill let the Chair know that Councillor Tudor is the newrepresentative. #6 Digby AreaRecreation Committee The DARC minutes for September 2010 and staff reportsfor October, 2010 were included in the meeting package. Warden Gregory attended the Recreation Nova Scotiaconference. They discussed recreation and physicalactivities. There were a number of awards given out.Warden Gregory outlined the highlights of the conference. DARC has been running well. They are currently looking for nominations for volunteers for their annual volunteerawards dinner. These nominations can be either individualor community groups. There was a discussion regarding minor hockey in Digby and what has been taking place. The hockey association haschanged how people are to play. Attendance has been downat minor hockey. The recreation department has voiced their concern to the Association. It was suggested to obtain the number of registrations prior to the change in comparison to this year. It was also suggested that DARCcontact Hockey NS. #7 Digby Harbour Port Association The Digby Harbour Port Association met on November 18, 2010. Warden Gregory was unable to attend.#8 Digby LibraryCommittee The Digby Library Committee has not met since the lastreport.#9 Fundyweb Broadband Fundyweb Broadband has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden MacAlpine was in contact with the Directorof Finance. It was suggested to contact Eastlink who mightbe interested in fiber. #10 IndustrialCommission The Industrial Commission has not met since the last report.Deputy Warden has talked to the Mayor within the lastcouple weeks and he talked about calling a meeting soon.#11 Kings TransitAuthority The Kings Transit Authority minutes for September 2010,manager’s report for October 2010 and the ridership reportfor September 2010 were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting a couple weeks ago. Most ridership iscontinuing to go down. The garage will help bringmaintenance costs down when it gets up and running. Itwas noted that the Website needs updating. CouncillorAmero will take this back to the next meeting.
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia8#12 Senior SafetyCommittee The Senior Safety Committee minutes for October 2010were included in the meeting package. The next meeting isscheduled for January. #13 Tideview Terrace The Tideview Terrace minutes for June and September2010 were included in the meeting package. The CAO wanted to make sure that the Facility DisposalPolicy is being taken care of. It is being addressed. There was a concern raised to Councillor Tudor regarding the large hill the residents will have to climb to get to themall once they have moved to the new building. CouncillorTudor will contact Deborah Boudreau with this concern. The new building is still on schedule and they currentlyhave a plan to move the residents. #14 Waste Check The Waste Check minutes for September 2010, staff reportsfor October 2010, Regional Chairs Minutes and RegionalChairs update were included in the meeting package. There was a meeting on November 8, 2010. They discussedthe request for proposals on the recycling contract. A reportwas given on what the Waste Reduction Coordinator hasbeen doing during the month. There is a new Educator for Waste Check who is doing agood job going around to the schools. Barton school isdoing the best in the region. The Bylaw Enforcement Officer continues to be doing agood job on illegal dump sites. Councillor Tudor had a question about a garbage bin being provided for tourists on the Island by a local store owner.The owner of the store who placed the garbage can therewas told he had to source separate the garbage. It wassuggested that the owner purchase a garbage bin capable ofsource separating. #15 Western CountiesRegional Library There will be a Western Counties Regional Library meetingnext week. An Executive Director is currently being sought. Deputy Warden MacAlpine has been involved in theprocess.Council ActivityReports/OtherCommitteesDeputy Warden MacAlpine Deputy Warden MacAlpine gave an oral presentation toCouncil outlining the various meetings he has attendedduring the past month. Councillor Amero Councillor Amero gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during thepast month.Councillor Adams Councillor Adams gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month.Councillor Tudor Councillor Tudor gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings he has attended during the
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Municipality of the District of DigbyMunicipal Council MinutesNovember 22, 2010Barton, Nova Scotia9past month.Warden Gregory Warden Gregory gave an oral presentation to Counciloutlining the various meetings she has attended during thepast month. Comments from thegallery The meeting was opened up to the gallery for questions.There were no questions or comments.BreakMOVED and seconded that there be a five minute breakbefore proceeding in camera.MOTION CARRIEDIn CameraMOVED and seconded that the meeting move in camera.MOTION CARRIEDRegular session resumed.AdjournmentMOVED and seconded that the meeting adjourn at 8:50PM. MOTION CARRIED____________________________________________________________WARDENCLERK
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