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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 12:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
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Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
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Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
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Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to approve $163k paving upgrade on Lisgar St., Springhill
Council will consider a $163,492 paving contract for Lisgar Street in Springhill, as a change order to an existing contract. They will also hold a public hearing on a demolition order for a property at 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert, and give first reading to a bylaw to rezone a property on Hwy 368 West Wentworth from Agricultural to Commercial Recreation. Additionally, the council will appoint a Building Official and Fire Inspector and discuss dissolving the Cumberland Energy Authority and a business connector agreement.
- Paving overlay on Lisgar St. from Civic #17 to Queen St. for $163,492
- Public hearing on demolition order for 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert
- First reading of bylaw to rezone PID 25522483 on Hwy 368 West Wentworth to Commercial Recreation
- Appointment of Aubrey Patterson as Building Official and Fire Inspector
- Proposed dissolution of Cumberland Energy Authority
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Monday, June 29, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Public Hearing(s)
2.3.1
Public Hearing - Demolition Order for 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert - Allen Cole, Director
1. 1685 Hwy 242 River Hebert june 29 2026.pdf
Information on this item is included in the meeting package.
Recommended Motion:
That Council adjourn a decision on the Demolition Order for PID 25361726, 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert until after September 30, 2026.
3.
ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY/BYLAW ITEMS
3.1
First Reading - By-law to Amend the LUB 26-09 to rezone PID 25522483, Hwy 368 West Wentworth - Glen Boone, Direc …
Thu Jun 25, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Cumberland Water Utility Source Water Advisory Committee
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Wed Jun 24, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on $739,200 fire truck and 2026-27 water budgets
The Council will consider several land-use by-law amendments for rezoning in Springhill, Southampton, and Parrsboro. Key financial decisions include approving the 2026-27 water budgets and increasing funds for a road intersection upgrade. The body will also review emergency management bylaws and a new surplus property policy.
- Purchase of a pumper truck for Advocate Volunteer Fire Department for $739,200 plus HST
- Budget increase to $356,127 for Parrsboro Main Street and Eastern Avenue intersection upgrade
- Rezoning of 20 McFarlane St., Springhill to Multi-unit Residential
- Rezoning of Hwy 2 Southampton to Country Commercial to allow abattoirs
- Approval of 2026-2027 Water Operating and Capital Budgets
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_May27_2026.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Special Council Meeting_Jun15_2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the May 27 th , 2026 Regular Council meeting and June 15 th , 2026 Special Council meeting be approved.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 06 Business Arising May 27, 2026 Reg Council.pdf
The business arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s)
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STRATEGIC PRIORITIES ISSUES
There are no …
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Equity and Diversity Committee
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Accessibility Advisory Committee
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Audit Committee
Audit Committee to review Q4 financial report and tax/water collections
The Audit and Financial Sustainability Committee will approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss the 2026 Municipal Audit Plan, and review the Q4 2025-2026 financial report. They will also examine tax and water collection reports as of May 31, 2026.
- Approval of minutes from November 25, 2025
- Discussion of MCC Audit Plan Communication 2026
- Review of Financial Report Q4 2025-2026
- Review of Tax Collection Report as of May 31, 2026
- Review of Water Collection Report as of May 31, 2026
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AUDIT AND FINANCIAL SUSTAINABILITY COMMITTEE
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
2 :00 P . m . - 3 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
THAT the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declaration of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - AudC_Nov25_2025 - English.pdf
THAT the minutes of the November 25 th , 2026 Audit Committee meeting be approved.
3.
BUSINESS ISSUES
3.1
MCC Audit Plan Communication 2026
1. MCC Audit Plan Communication 2026.pdf
Information for this item is included in meeting package.
3.2
Financial Report Q4 2025-2026
1. Financial Report Q4 2025-2026.pdf
Information for this item is included in meeting package.
4.
REPORTS
4.1
Tax Collection Report - …
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
Council to consider water budgets and intersection upgrade funding
The Committee of the Whole will review public hearings for two rezoning bylaws, approve the sale of surplus property, and forward several policy and budget items to a regular council meeting. Key items include the 2026-27 water operating and capital budgets and a budget increase for the Parrsboro Main Street and Eastern Avenue Intersection Upgrade.
- Public hearing for rezoning 20 MacFarlane St. in Springhill
- Public hearing for rezoning Hwy 2 in Southampton
- Approval of 2026-27 Water Operating and Capital Budgets
- Increase of $356,127 for Parrsboro Main Street and Eastern Avenue Intersection Upgrade
- Forwarding of Regional Emergency Management Organization By-law to regular council
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PCOW_May20_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the May 20 th , 2026 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting be approved as presented.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 05 Business Arising May 20, 2026 COW (1).pdf
The business arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
2.5.1
Public Hearing - By-law to Amend the LUB 26-06 to rezone PID 25236910, 20 MacFarlane St., Springhill - Glen Boone, Director
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Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council considers demolition orders for seven dangerous properties
This special council meeting includes public hearings on demolition orders for seven properties deemed dangerous or unsightly. Council will vote on issuing demolition orders for properties in River Hebert, Parrsboro, Joggins, Amherst Shore, and Springhill. Two motions propose adjournments for further remediation work.
- Demolition order for 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert, adjourned two weeks
- Demolition order for 51 Sydney St., Parrsboro
- Demolition order for 88 Lower Cove, Joggins
- Demolition order for 6 Windy Lane, Amherst Shore effective Sept 30
- Demolition order for 114 Queen St., Springhill adjourned with status report by Aug 31
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✓ Decided: Council orders demolition of 5 buildings, defers 2 for remediation
Council issued demolition orders for five properties: 51 Sydney St. (Parrsboro), 88 Lower Cove Rd. (Joggins), 6 Windy Lane (Amherst Shore, effective Sept 30), 132 Herrett Rd. (Springhill, effective Sept 30), and 193 McGee St. (Springhill, effective Aug 30). Two orders were adjourned: 1685 Hwy 242 (River Hebert) was postponed two weeks with direction to work on a remediation plan, and 114 Queen St. (Springhill) was adjourned pending a status report by August 31. All motions carried.
- Adjourned demolition for 1685 Hwy 242 for 2 weeks; directed remediation plan (Carried)
- Issued demolition order for 51 Sydney St., Parrsboro (Carried)
- Issued demolition order for 88 Lower Cove Rd., Joggins (Carried)
- Issued demolition order for 6 Windy Lane, Amherst Shore effective Sept 30 (Carried)
- Adjourned demolition for 114 Queen St., Springhill; status report due Aug 31 (Carried)
- Issued demolition order for 132 Herrett Rd., Springhill effective Sept 30 (Carried)
- Issued demolition order for 193 McGee St., Springhill effective Aug 30 (Carried)
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Monday, June 15, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Public Hearing(s) - Allen Cole, Director
1. Public Hearing Outline - Dangerous or Unsightly.pdf
2.3.1
Demolition Order for 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert
1. 1685 River Hebert - Demolition RFD.pdf
Information on this item is included in the meeting package.
Councillor Lee declared a conflict on this item. (Councillor Lee declared a conflict of interest and sat in the gallery)
Recommended Motion:
That the demolition order for PID 25361726, 1685 Hwy 242, River Hebert, be adjourned for two weeks and rescheduled for June 29; …
Wed May 27, 2026 · 2:00 PM
Police Advisory Board
Board discusses RCMP billing and drug enforcement
The Police Advisory Board will hear verbal updates on drug enforcement, RCMP communication and priority assignment, and the RCMP billing mechanism. Two quarterly reports for late 2025 and early 2026 are also on the agenda.
- Verbal update on drug enforcement by S/Sgt. Andrew Clarke
- Discussion on communicating with RCMP and assigning priority
- Discussion on RCMP billing mechanism by CAO Greg Herrett
- Quarterly report for Oct-Dec 2025
- Quarterly report for Jan-Mar 2026
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POLICE ADVISORY BOARD
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
2 :00 P . m . - 3 :30 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
THAT the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declaration of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PAB_Nov25_2025 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the November 25 th , 2025 Regular Police Advisory Board meeting be approved.
3.
BUSINESS ISSUES
3.1
Drug Enforcement - S/Sgt. Andrew Clarke
Verbal discussion.
3.2
Communicating with the RCMP Including Assigning Priority - S/Sgt. Andrew Clarke
Verbal discussion.
3.3
RCMP Billing Mechanism - Greg Herrett, CAO
Verbal discussion.
4.
OPERATIONAL REPORTS
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
Council to approve $534,995 in grants and multiple rezoning changes
Cumberland County Council will discuss and vote on several bylaw amendments, including rezoning for commercial and residential developments in Pugwash, Springhill, and Southampton. They will also consider nearly $535,000 in community grants, new committee appointments, and a report on food truck regulations.
- Approve $534,995 in Large Capital, Small Capital, and Operations grants for 2026/27
- Rezone 10260 Durham St., Pugwash from Institutional to Commercial General
- Rezone 20 MacFarlane St., Springhill to Multi-unit Residential
- Rezone Hwy 2, Southampton to Country Commercial, adding abattoir as permitted use
- Direct staff to report on food truck permitting and fees in Springhill
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✓ Decided: Council approves $534,995 in grants for 2026-27 fiscal year
Council approved $534,995 in Large Capital, Small Capital, and Large Operations & Maintenance grants for 2026/2027. Second reading of a sewer bylaw amendment was approved. First readings were approved for rezoning 20 MacFarlane St. in Springhill to multi-unit residential and a portion of Highway 2 in Southampton to country commercial with abattoir as a permitted use. Council also directed staff to report on food truck regulations in Springhill, declined interest in acquiring two former school properties, and approved disbursing $180,000 from the River Philip Foundation to Springhill Baptist Church.
- Approved $534,995 in grants (carried)
- Approved second reading of sewer bylaw amendment 26-04 (carried)
- Approved second reading to rezone 10260 Durham St., Pugwash to commercial (carried)
- Approved first reading to rezone 20 MacFarlane St., Springhill to multi-unit residential, scheduled hearing (carried)
- Approved first reading to rezone portion of Hwy 2, Southampton to country commercial with abattoir use (carried)
- Approved amended Pole Banner Policy 25-04 (carried)
- Directed staff to report on food truck permitting in Springhill (carried)
- Approved $180,000 River Philip Foundation disbursement to Springhill Baptist Church (carried)
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Apr27_2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the April 27 th , 2026 Regular Council meeting be approved.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 05 Business Arising Apr 27, 2026 Reg Council (1).pdf
The business arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation (s)
2.5.1
Presentation - CRHCC's Redevelopment Project
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 3:30 PM
In Camera
Closed session meeting with no public agenda items
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
Committee recommends $534,995 in grants for 2026-27
The Committee of the Whole is discussing a recommendation to approve grants totaling $534,995 for the 2026/2027 fiscal year, covering large capital, small capital, and large operations & maintenance grants. They will also hear a presentation from Circular Materials and consider amending the Pole Banner Policy to increase the Springhill banner limit from 140 to 169 banners.
- Recommendation to approve $534,995 in grants for 2026/2027
- Amendment to Pole Banner Policy to increase Springhill banner limit to 169
- Presentation by Circular Materials
- Monthly reports from multiple departments
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✓ Decided: Committee forwards $535K in grant recommendations to Council
The Committee of the Whole voted to forward a recommendation approving $534,995 in capital and operating grants for 2026-27 to the May 27 Regular Council meeting. They also directed staff to bring a pole banner policy amendment increasing Springhill's banner limit to 169 to the June COW. Procedural items like agenda and prior minutes were approved.
- Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
- Approved minutes of April 22, 2026 (unanimous)
- Directed staff to bring pole banner policy amendment to June COW (carried)
- Forwarded grant recommendation of $534,995 to Regular Council (carried)
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, May 20, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PCOW_Apr22_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the April 22 nd , 2026 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting be approved as presented.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 04 Business Arising Apr 22, 2026 Regular COW.pdf
The Business Arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
2.5.1
Presentation - Circular Materials
A presentation will be provided by Circular Materials.
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
Council to award $1.84M paving contract for Parrsboro and Springhill
Council will hold public hearings on demolition orders for two properties in River Hebert and a rezoning in Pugwash. They will also vote on a $1.84M paving contract, several policy amendments, emergency plan approval, and appointments.
- Award paving contract to Chapman Bros. Construction for $1,841,976.59 for Parrsboro and Springhill streets
- Public hearings on demolition orders for 7 Kimberly Branch Rd and 25 Kimberly Rd, River Hebert
- Second reading of rezoning at 530 John Black Rd, East Amherst (RCou to Rsrc)
- Authorize up to $50,000 from operating reserve for Deputy CAO transitional costs
- Dismiss variance appeal for 19 Memory Lane, Port Howe without a hearing
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✓ Decided: Council awards $1.84M paving contract for Parrsboro and Springhill
Council approved a $1.84M paving contract for Parrsboro and Springhill, contingent on provincial funding. It also issued demolition orders for two properties in River Hebert, approved second reading of a rezoning, adopted an emergency management plan, and amended several council policies.
- Awarded $1.84M paving contract to Chapman Bros. Construction (carried)
- Issued demolition order for 7 Kimberly Branch Rd., River Hebert (carried)
- Issued demolition order for 25 Kimberly Rd., River Hebert (carried)
- Approved second reading of LUB amendment to rezone 530 John Black Rd. (carried)
- Dismissed variance appeal for 19 Memory Lane, Port Howe (carried)
- Approved Cumberland Regional Emergency Management Plan (carried)
- Amended Remuneration Policy, Procurement Policy, and Expenditures Policy (all carried)
- Set River Hebert Village rate at $0.10 per $100 assessment (carried)
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Monday, April 27, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Mar25_2026.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Special Council Meeting_Mar30_2026 .pdf
3. Post-Meeting Minutes - Special Council Meeting_Apr08_2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the March 25 th Regular Council meeting and the minutes of the March 30 th and April 8 th , 2026 Special Council meetings be approved.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 04 Business Arising Mar 25, 2026 Reg Council (1).pdf
The business arising is included in the meeting package.
2.5
Publi …
Wed Apr 22, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
Committee forwards $1.84M paving contract for Parrsboro and Springhill
The Committee of the Whole is discussing and forwarding recommendations to the April 27 regular council meeting. Items include amending procurement and expenditure policies, ratifying board appointments for Cumberland Senior Care Corporation, approving the Cumberland Regional Emergency Management Plan, and awarding a $1,841,976.59 paving contract for Parrsboro and Springhill to Chapman Bros. Construction. Numerous departmental monthly reports are also presented.
- Award $1,841,976.59 paving contract to Chapman Bros. Construction for Parrsboro and Springhill streets (Parts A, B, C contingent on provincial funding)
- Forward appointments of Jill Black and Holly Bond to the Cumberland Senior Care Corporation board
- Forward amended Procurement Policy 17-05 and Expenditures Policy 15-03 to regular council
- Forward Cumberland Regional Emergency Management Plan to regular council for adoption
- Receive monthly reports from departments including finance, planning, public works, and protective services
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✓ Decided: Committee forwards $1.84M paving contract to regular council
All items on the agenda were recommendations forwarded to the April 27 Regular Council meeting for final decision. No substantive decisions were made at this Committee of the Whole meeting. Motions included forwarding amended policies, appointments, the emergency management plan, and a paving contract.
- Forwarded amended Procurement Policy 17-05 to regular council
- Forwarded amended Expenditures Policy 15-03 to regular council
- Forwarded appointment of Jill Black and Holly Bond to Cumberland Senior Care Corporation board
- Forwarded Cumberland Regional Emergency Management Plan to regular council
- Forwarded recommendation to award paving contract to Chapman Bros. Construction for $1,841,976.59 (contingent on provincial funding)
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AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PCOW_Mar18_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the March 18 th , 2026 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting be approved as presented.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 03 Business Arising Mar 18, 2026 Regular COW (1).pdf
The business arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
There are no public hearings / presentations.
3.
ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY/BYLAW ITEMS
3.1
Procurement Policy 17-05 Amendment …
Wed Apr 8, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to discuss CAO contract and village rate
This special meeting focuses on an update to the River Hebert Village Rate and the Chief Administrative Officer's contract. Council will also vote on rescheduling April committee and regular meetings.
- Update on River Hebert Village Rate
- Discussion on CAO contract
- Reschedule April 15 Committee of the Whole to April 22
- Reschedule April 22 Regular Council to April 27
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✓ Decided: Peter McCracken appointed as next CAO effective October 1
Council appointed Peter McCracken as the next CAO effective October 1, 2026, and authorized the mayor to execute an employment agreement. The April committee and regular council meetings were rescheduled. An update on the River Hebert Village Rate was deferred.
- Approved agenda as presented
- Appointed Peter McCracken as next CAO effective October 1, 2026 (motion carried)
- Rescheduled Committee of the Whole to April 22 and Regular Council to April 27
- Deferred River Hebert Village Rate update to future meeting
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, April 08, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 5 :00 P . m .
Zoom Meeting
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
3.
BUSINESS ISSUES
3.1
Update on River Hebert Village Rate - Greg Herrett, CAO
Information to be distributed.
3.2
CAO Contract - Greg Herrett, CAO
Information to be distributed.
3.3
Rescheduling of April's Committee of the Whole and Council Meetings - Peter McCracken, Deputy CAO / Municipal Clerk
1. RFD Rescheduling of April 2026 Council Meetings.pdf
Information is included in the meeting package.
Recommended Motion:
That Council reschedule the April 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting from April 15 th to April 22 nd and the Regular C …
Mon Mar 30, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to vote on $43.3M budget and tax rates for 2026-2027
Council will consider approval of the 2026-2027 operating and capital budgets, including property tax rates, sewer rates, and a $13.3M capital plan. Also up for decision: renewal of general insurance policies ($379,000) and fire department insurance ($494,000). The meeting includes a territorial acknowledgement and administrative items.
- 2026-2027 budget approval with $43,258,044 in revenue and expenditures
- Property tax rates: residential $1.17 per $100 assessment, commercial $2.74 per $100, with Parrsboro and Springhill area rates
- Capital budget of $13,338,454, including a Zamboni for Dr. Carson and Marion Murray Community Centre ($193,000)
- Insurance renewal: general policies to Arthur J. Gallagher for $379,000 and volunteer fire department to BFL Canada for $494,000
- Sewer rates set per unit (e.g., Springhill $306, Amherst Marsh $508) and rural street light rate at $33.49 per account
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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026-2027 budget, insurance renewals, and tax rates
The Municipality of the County of Cumberland approved its annual revenue and expenditure estimates for the upcoming fiscal year. Council also authorized insurance policy renewals, established property tax rates, and approved a $13.3M capital budget.
- Approved general insurance renewal to Arthur J. Gallagher ($379,000)
- Approved volunteer fire department insurance to BFL Canada ($494,000)
- Accepted 2026/27 revenue and expenditure estimates totaling $43,258,044
- Approved property tax rates for residential and commercial properties
- Approved sewage collection and treatment rates for various systems
- Approved rural street light rate of $33.49 per assessment account
- Approved private road maintenance rates for Jackson’s Point and Gilbert Hill
- Approved 2026/27 General Capital Budget of $13,338,454
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Monday, March 30, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 5 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved with the addition of Insurance Renewal.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
3.
BUSINESS ISSUES
3.1
2026-2027 Insurance Renewal - Aimee Hirtle, Director of Finance
Information was distributed at the meeting.
Recommended Motion:
THAT Council approve the renewal of the General Insurance policies to Arthur J. Gallagher in the amount of $379,000 and the volunteer fire department insurance policies to BFL Canada in the amount of $494,000 effective April 1 st , 2026.
3.2
2026-2027 Budget Approval - Aimee Hirtle, Director of Finance
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Special Council Meeting
Minutes
March 30, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
Members Present: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling,
Councillor Redmond, Councillor McCormick, Councillor Lockhart,
Councillor Lee, Councillor Strong, Mayor Gilroy
Staff Present: CAO - Greg Herrett, Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk -
Amanda Kinnear, Director of Finance - Aimee Hirtle, Director of
Recreation & Community Services - Allie McCormick, Director of
Protective Services - Allen Cole, Director of Public Works - Justin
Waugh-Cress, Director of Development and Planning - Glen Boone,
Corporate Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the March 30th, 2026 Special Council meeting of the Municipality of
the County of Cumberland to Order at 4:07 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
Mayor Gilroy read the territorial acknowledgement.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Lee
Seconded by Councillor Strong
That the agenda be approved with the addition of Insurance Renewal.
MOTION CARRIED
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2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
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Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on $198,310 land purchase for conservation
Council will consider second readings of three rezoning by-laws, first readings of a rezoning and a public sewers by-law amendment, an increase to the low-income tax exemption policy, approval of a private roads maintenance petition, volunteer recognition nominations, and a land acquisition for conservation purposes costing $198,310 plus HST. No public hearings or strategic priorities items are on the agenda.
- Purchase of four properties from WH Forestry Canada Inc. for conservation at $198,310 total plus HST
- Second reading to rezone 150 Junction Rd., Springhill from Mixed Use to General Commercial
- Second reading to rezone a portion of 3544 Kolbec Rd., Port Howe from Agriculture to Commercial Recreation
- First reading to rezone 10260 Durham St., Pugwash from Institutional to Commercial General, with public hearing
- Amended Low-Income Tax Exemption Policy raising income cut-off to $37,368 and exemption to $548
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✓ Decided: Council approves land purchases, rezoning, and tax exemption updates
The Council approved several land rezoning by-laws and a $198,310 purchase of four properties for conservation. Additionally, the Council updated the Low Income Tax Exemption Policy and endorsed a resolution regarding agricultural research centre closures.
- Approved agenda with addition of FCM Resolution (Motion Carried)
- Approved February 25th, 2026 minutes (Motion Carried)
- Approved second reading to rezone 150 Junction Rd., Springhill (Motion Carried)
- Approved second reading to rezone 3544 Kolbec Rd., Port Howe (Motion Carried)
- Approved first reading to rezone 10260 Durham St., Pugwash and scheduled public hearing (Motion Carried)
- Approved first reading of Public Sewers By-law 26-04 (Motion Carried)
- Approved amended Low Income Tax Exemption Policy with new income cut-off of $37,368 (Motion Carried)
- Approved Gilbert Hill Roads Maintenance Association petition (Motion Carried)
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Feb25_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the February 25 th , 2026 Regular Council meeting be approved.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 03 Business Arising Feb 25, 2026 Reg Council.pdf
The business arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
There are no public hearings or presentations.
3.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES ISSUES
There are no strategic priorities issues.
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Council Meeting
Minutes
March 25, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
Members Present: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling,
Councillor Redmond, Councillor McCormick, Councillor Lockhart,
Councillor Lee, Councillor Strong, Mayor Gilroy
Staff Present: Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk - Amanda Kinnear,
Director of Finance - Aimee Hirtle, Director of Recreation &
Community Services - Allie McCormick, Director of Public Works -
Justin Waugh-Cress, Director of Development and Planning - Glen
Boone, Corporate Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the March 25th, 2026 Regular Council meeting of the Municipality of
the County of Cumberland to Order at 4:12 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
Mayor Gilroy gave the Territorial Acknowledgement.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Houghtaling
Seconded by Councillor Fromm
That the agenda be approved with the addition of item 6.4 FCM Resolution –
Reversal of Agricultural Research Centre Closures.
MOTION CARRIED
2
2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3 Approval of Minutes
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Wed Mar 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
Public hearing on rezoning 530 John Black Rd., East Amherst
The Committee of the Whole will hold a public hearing on a by-law to rezone PID 25067778 at 530 John Black Rd., East Amherst. They will also discuss forwarding an amended Low-Income Tax Exemption Policy (increasing the income cutoff to $37,368 and exemption to $548) to council, and forwarding first reading of a by-law to amend the Public Sewers By-law. Several monthly departmental reports are included for information.
- Public hearing on by-law to rezone 530 John Black Rd., East Amherst (PID 25067778)
- Amended Low-Income Tax Exemption Policy with income cutoff raised to $37,368 and exemption to $548
- First reading of by-law to amend the Public Sewers By-law 26-04
- Monthly reports from Administration, Planning, Finance, Protective Services, Public Works, Recreation, and external agencies
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✓ Decided: Council forwards tax exemption and sewer by-law updates for consideration
The Committee of the Whole reviewed several departmental reports and a public hearing regarding rezoning at 530 John Black Rd. Two policy amendments were approved to be forwarded to the March 25th, 2026 Regular Council meeting.
- Approved agenda with addition of New Brunswick Toll media release
- Approved February 18th, 2026 minutes as presented
- Forwarded amended Low-Income Tax Exemption Policy to March 25th Council meeting
- Forwarded First Reading of Public Sewers By-law 26-04 to March 25th Council meeting
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AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PCOW_Feb18_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the February 18 th , 2026 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting be approved as presented.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 02 Business Arising Feb 18, 2026 Regular COW.pdf
The Business Arising will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
2.5.1
Public Hearing - By-law to Amend the LUB 26-03 to rezone PID 25067778, 530 John Black Rd., East Amherst - Glen Boone, Direc …
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes
March 18, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
Members Present: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling,
Councillor Redmond, Councillor McCormick, Councillor Lockhart,
Councillor Lee, Councillor Strong
Members Absent: Mayor Gilroy
Staff Present: CAO - Greg Herrett, Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk -
Amanda Kinnear, Director of Finance - Aimee Hirtle, Director of
Recreation & Community Services - Allie McCormick, Director of
Protective Services - Allen Cole, Director of Public Works - Justin
Waugh-Cress, Director of Development and Planning - Glen Boone,
Corporate Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the March 18th, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting of the
Municipality of the County of Cumberland to Order at 4:00 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
Deputy Mayor Gould gave the Territorial Acknowledgement.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Lockhart
Seconded by Councillor McCormick
That the agenda be approved with the addition of 7.4 Media Release on
Proposed New Brunswick Toll.
MOTION CARRIED
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2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
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Wed Feb 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
Council considers rezoning of 530 John Black Rd. in East Amherst
Council will discuss a first reading of a by-law to rezone a portion of 530 John Black Rd. and update land use definitions. The meeting also includes a presentation on a geothermal research project and a review of committee terms of reference.
- First reading of By-law 26-03 to rezone PID 25067778, 530 John Black Rd., from Country Residential to Rural Resource Zone
- Proposed addition of 'Vegetative Buffer' definition and policy 5.3.6 to the Land Use By-law
- Approval of amended Terms of Reference for the Accessibility Advisory Committee
- Presentation by Dr. Trevor Kelly on the Geothermal Research Project
- Discussion on adjourned tax sale minimum bids and acquisition of lands
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, February 25, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Jan28_2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the January 28 th , 2026 Regular Council meeting be approved.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 02 Business Arising January 28, 2026 Regular Council.pdf
The Business Arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
2.5.1
Presentation - Geothermal Research Project Update
A presentation will be provided by Dr. Trevor Kelly, Geothermal Coordinator.
3.
STRATEGIC PRIOR …
Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 3:00 PM
In Camera
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Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
Public hearings for two rezoning bylaws in Springhill and Port Howe
The Committee of the Whole will hold public hearings to consider rezoning a property at 150 Junction Rd., Springhill (PID 25244914) and a portion of 3544 Kolbec Rd., Port Howe (PID 25144049). The committee will also discuss an amended Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference, receive a presentation from the Lillian Allbon Animal Shelter, and review monthly departmental reports. The meeting is largely routine with no major policy items.
- Public hearing for By-law 26-01 to rezone PID 25244914 at 150 Junction Rd., Springhill
- Public hearing for By-law 26-02 to rezone a portion of PID 25144049 at 3544 Kolbec Rd., Port Howe
- Presentation from Lillian Allbon Animal Shelter
- Amended Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference to be forwarded to Regular Council
- Monthly reports from Administration, Development, Finance, Protective Services, Public Works, and Recreation departments
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✓ Decided: Council approved agenda, minutes and forwarded accessibility terms
The Committee of the Whole approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting. A motion was passed to forward the amended Terms of Reference for the Accessibility Advisory Committee to the February 25, 2026 regular council meeting for consideration. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved agenda (motion carried)
- Approved January 21 minutes (motion carried)
- Forwarded amended Accessibility Advisory Committee Terms of Reference to Feb 25 council meeting (motion carried)
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PCOW_Jan21_2026 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the January 21 st , 2026 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting be approved as presented.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 01 Business Arising Jan 21, 2026 Regular COW.pdf
The Business Arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
2.5.1
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes
February 18, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
Members Present: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling,
Councillor McCormick, Councillor Lockhart, Councillor Lee, Councillor
Strong, Mayor Gilroy
Members Absent: Councillor Redmond
Staff Present: CAO - Greg Herrett, Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk -
Amanda Kinnear, Director of Finance - Aimee Hirtle, Director of
Recreation & Community Services - Allie McCormick, Director of
Protective Services - Allen Cole, Director of Public Works - Justin
Waugh-Cress, Director of Development and Planning - Glen Boone,
Corporate Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the February 18th, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting of the
Municipality of the County of Cumberland to Order at 4:22 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
Mayor Gilroy gave the Territorial Acknowledgement.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Strong
Seconded by Councillor Fromm
That the agenda be approved as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
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2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3 Ap …
Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 3:30 PM
In Camera
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Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Council Meeting
Second reading to rezone 40 Chapel St., Springhill to commercial/mixed-use
Council will consider second reading of by-laws to redesignate and rezone 40 Chapel St., Springhill from residential/institutional to commercial/mixed-use. Also up for first reading are rezoning of 150 Junction Rd., Springhill to general commercial and a portion of 3544 Kolbec Rd., Port Howe to commercial recreation. Several property transfers, policy amendments, and grant requests are on the agenda, including free transfer of the Joggins Log Cabin and a $9,000 YMCA grant.
- Second reading to rezone 40 Chapel St., Springhill from Residential to Commercial and from Institutional to Mixed-use (CMix) Zone
- First reading to rezone 150 Junction Rd., Springhill from Mixed-use to General Commercial (CGen) Zone
- Transfer of PIDs 25061961 & 25061987 (30 Highway 242, Joggins) to Joggins Improvement Committee at no cost
- Sale of a portion of PID 25417155 off Lambs Hill Road, Parrsboro for $0 after amendment from $500
- Funding request for $9,000 from YMCA of Cumberland and approval to receive $20,000 from Christie-Smith Community Foundation for River Hebert/Joggins and Area Development Association
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✓ Decided: Council approves multiple land-use changes, grants and land transfers
The council approved second and first readings of three by‑laws that redesignate and rezone properties in Springhill and Port Howe. It adopted amendments to the Grants Policy and the Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy, making the tax changes retroactive to April 1 2025. The municipality also approved the sale of two Joggins Log Cabin parcels at no cost and changed the consideration for a Parrsboro parcel to zero. Grants of $9,000 to the YMCA and $20,000 to the River Hebert/Joggins and Area Development Association were authorized.
- Approved second reading of by‑law to redesignate 40 Chapel St., Springhill (Residential→Commercial; Institutional→Mixed‑use) – motion carried
- Approved first reading of by‑law to rezone 150 Junction Rd., Springhill to General Commercial and schedule public hearing – motion carried
- Approved first reading of by‑law to rezone portion of 3544 Kolbec Rd., Port Howe to Commercial Recreation and schedule public hearing – motion carried
- Approved amendment to Grants Policy 15‑11 – motion carried
- Approved amended Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy retroactive to April 1 2025 – motion carried
- Approved sale of Joggins Log Cabin lands (PIDs 25061961 & 25061987) to Joggins Improvement Committee at no cost; mayor and CAO authorized – carried unanimously
- Approved amendment of PID 25417155 resolution, setting consideration to zero – carried unanimously
- Approved $20,000 grant from Christie‑Smith Community Foundation to River Hebert/Joggins and Area Development Association – motion carried
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REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, January 28, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
E.D. Fullerton Municipal Building
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
THAT the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - CM_Dec17_2025.pdf
2. Post-Meeting Minutes - Special Council Meeting_Jan21_2026.pdf
Recommended Motion:
THAT the minutes of the December 17 th , 2025 Regular Council and the January 21 st , 2026 Special Council meeting be approved.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 01 Business Arising January 21, 2026 Special Council.pdf
The Business Arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Council Meeting
Minutes
January 28, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
E.D. Fullerton Municipal Building
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
Members Present: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling,
Councillor Redmond, Councillor McCormick, Councillor Lockhart,
Councillor Lee, Councillor Strong
Members Absent: Mayor Gilroy
Staff Present: CAO - Greg Herrett, Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk -
Amanda Kinnear, Director of Finance - Aimee Hirtle, Director of
Recreation & Community Services - Allie McCormick, Director of Public
Works - Justin Waugh-Cress, Director of Development and Planning -
Glen Boone, Corporate Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the January 28th, 2026 Regular Council meeting of the Municipality of
the County of Cumberland to Order at 4:15 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
Deputy Mayor Gould gave the Territorial Acknowledgement.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Lockhart
Seconded by Councillor Lee
THAT the agenda be approved as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
2
2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3 Approval of Minutes
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Houghtaling
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Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 3:30 PM
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Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM
COW
Council to consider $20,000 Christie‑Smith Foundation grant for local development
The Committee of the Whole will approve its agenda, minutes and procedural items, then forward several amended policies and two funding requests – $9,000 for the YMCA of Cumberland and $20,000 from the Christie‑Smith Community Foundation for the River Hebert/Joggins and Area Development Association – to the regular council meeting on Jan 28, 2026 for further consideration. The meeting also includes departmental updates and external reports.
- Forward Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy amendment (retroactive to Apr 1 2025) to Jan 28, 2026 Council
- Forward Grants Policy 15-11 amendment to Jan 28, 2026 Council
- Forward YMCA of Cumberland funding request for $9,000 to Jan 28, 2026 Council
- Forward Christie‑Smith Community Foundation request for $20,000 to Jan 28, 2026 Council
- Forward Equity & Diversity Advisory Committee Terms of Reference to Jan 28, 2026 Council
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✓ Decided: Council forwards several policies and funding requests to Jan 28 meeting
The Committee of the Whole approved the agenda and the minutes from the December 10, 2025 meeting. It then moved to forward the amended Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy, the Grants Policy 15‑11 amendment, a $9,000 YMCA funding request, a $20,000 Christie‑Smith Foundation request, and the Equity & Diversity Advisory Committee terms of reference to the regular council meeting on January 28, 2026. No contracts were awarded and no public hearings were held.
- Agenda approved (motion carried)
- December 10, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)
- Forward Tax Reduction and Exemption Policy (retroactive to Apr 1 2025) to Jan 28 meeting (motion carried)
- Forward amended Grants Policy 15‑11 to Jan 28 meeting (motion carried)
- Forward YMCA Cumberland $9,000 grant request to Jan 28 meeting (motion carried)
- Forward Christie‑Smith Foundation $20,000 request to Jan 28 meeting (motion carried)
- Forward Equity & Diversity Advisory Committee Terms of Reference to Jan 28 meeting (motion carried)
- Adjourned at 4:59 p.m. (motion carried)
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COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
4 :00 P . m . - 6 :00 P . m .
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
That the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3
Approval of Minutes
1. Post-Meeting Minutes - PCOW_Dec10_2025 - English.pdf
Recommended Motion:
That the minutes of the December 10 th , 2025 Regular Committee of the Whole meeting be approved as presented.
2.4
Business Arising
1. 12 Business Arising Dec 10, 2025 Regular COW.pdf
The Business Arising is included and will be reviewed.
2.5
Public Hearing(s) / Presentation(s)
There are no public hearings or presentations scheduled for this meeting.
3.
ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY/BYLAW ITEM …
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Committee of the Whole Meeting
Minutes
January 21, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
Upper Nappan Service Centre
1395 Blair Lake Road
Upper Nappan, NS B4H 3Y1
Members Present: Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling, Councillor McCormick,
Councillor Lockhart, Councillor Lee, Councillor Strong, Mayor Gilroy
Members Absent: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Redmond
Staff Present: CAO - Greg Herrett, Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk -
Amanda Kinnear, Director of Finance - Aimee Hirtle, Director of
Recreation & Community Services - Allie McCormick, Director of
Protective Services - Allen Cole, Director of Public Works - Justin
Waugh-Cress, Director of Development and Planning - Glen Boone,
Corporate Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the January 21st, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting of the
Municipality of the County of Cumberland to Order at 4:13 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
Mayor Gilroy gave the Territorial Acknowledgement.
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Lee
Seconded by Councillor Houghtaling
That the agenda be approved as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
2
2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
2.3 Appr …
Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 1:00 PM
Special Council Meeting
Council to approve sewer and land-use bylaws
Wharton Council will consider second readings for bylaws amending the Public Sewers By-law and the Land Use By-law, and an intermunicipal agreement with the Town of Amherst regarding sewer connections.
- Second reading of By-law to Amend Public Sewers By-law 25-08
- Second reading of By-law to Amend Land Use By-law 25-09
- Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Amherst regarding sewer connection
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✓ Decided: Council approves agenda and two by-law amendments
The council approved the meeting agenda as presented. It also approved the second reading of By-law 25-08 to amend the Public Sewers By-law. Additionally, the council approved the second reading of By-law 25-09 to amend the Land Use By-law. No vote counts were recorded.
- Approved agenda (motion carried)
- Approved second reading of Public Sewers By-law 25-08 (motion carried)
- Approved second reading of Land Use By-law 25-09 (motion carried)
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SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA PACKAGE
Wednesday, January 21, 2026
1 :00 P . m . - 2 :00 P . m .
Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre
85 Ratchford Street
Amherst, NS B4H 1X2
1.
CALL TO ORDER
1.1
Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of the Mi'kmaq people
2.
ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1
Approval of Agenda
Recommended Motion:
THAT the agenda be approved as presented.
2.2
Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
3.
ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY/BYLAW ITEMS
3.1
Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Amherst regarding Connection to Amherst Sewer and Mutual Boundary Change - Greg Herrett, CAO
1. RFD Amherst Sewer Jan 21, 2026.pdf
2. Second Reading By-law to Amend LUB 25-09.pdf
3. By-law to Amend the Public Sewers By-law 25-08.pdf
4. By-law to Amend the Land Use By-law 25-09.pdf
Information on this item is included in the meeting package.
Recommended Motion:
That Council approve Second Reading of the By-law to Amend th …
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MUNICIPALITY OF CUMBERLAND
Special Council Meeting
Minutes
January 21, 2026, 1:00 p.m.
Community Credit Union Business Innovation Centre
85 Ratchford Street
Amherst, NS B4H 1X2
Members Present: Councillor Fromm, Councillor Houghtaling, Councillor McCormick,
Councillor Lee, Councillor Strong, Mayor Gilroy
Members Absent: Deputy Mayor Gould, Councillor Redmond, Councillor Lockhart
Staff Present: CAO - Greg Herrett, Deputy CAO - Peter McCracken, Deputy Clerk -
Amanda Kinnear, Director of Public Works - Justin Waugh-Cress,
Director of Development and Planning - Glen Boone, Corporate
Communications Officer - Darrell Cole
_____________________________________________________________________
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Mayor called the January 21st, 2026 Special Council meeting of the Municipality of
the County of Cumberland to Order at 1:13 p.m.
1.1 Territorial Acknowledgement
We acknowledge that we are in Mi'kma'ki, the ancestral and unceded territory of
the Mi'kmaq people
2. ADMINISTRATIVE AND PROCEDURAL ISSUES
2.1 Approval of Agenda
IT WAS MOVED by Councillor Strong
Seconded by Councillor Fromm
THAT the agenda be approved as presented.
MOTION CARRIED
2
2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest
As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a
conflict of interest prior to any discussions on the matter.
3. ORGANIZATIONAL POLICY/BYLAW ITEMS
3.1 Intermunicipal Agreement with Town of Amherst regarding Connect …
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