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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.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video 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 …
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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.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video 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)   There are no public hearings. 3. STRATEGIC PRIORITIES ISSUES   There are no …
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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.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video 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 - …
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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.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video 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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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; …
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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.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video 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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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   Terri-Lynn Smith, the hospital’s site and redevelopment lead will be presenting on the …
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Wed May 27, 2026 · 3:30 PM

In Camera

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This is an in-camera (closed) meeting of Cumberland County Council. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific items for public discussion or decision.

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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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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. 3 …
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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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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 …
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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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 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 …
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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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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 …
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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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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   1. Budget Report 2026-202 …
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1 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 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. BUSINESS ISSUES …
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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.

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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.

Upper Nappan Service Centre
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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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. 4. …
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1 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 IT W …
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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.

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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.

Upper Nappan Service Centre
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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE 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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1 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 2 2.2 Declarations of Conflict of Interest As per the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act, members are required to declare a confli …
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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.

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Agenda Agenda Open Video in new Window Video 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 …
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Wed Feb 18, 2026 · 3:00 PM

In Camera

Wharton council holds closed session with no public agenda

This is an in-camera (closed) meeting of the Municipality of Wharton. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate from the eSCRIBE software and no substantive items are listed for public review. As a closed session, no decisions or discussions are visible in this document.

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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.

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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.

Upper Nappan Service Centre
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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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 Public Hearing - By-law to Amend the LUB 26-01 to rezone PID 25244914, 150 Junction Rd., Springhill - Gle …
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1 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 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 Ap …
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Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 3:30 PM

In Camera

No agenda items were listed for this closed‑session meeting

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Upper Nappan Service Centre
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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.

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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.

Upper Nappan Service Centre
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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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)   There are no public hearings / …
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1 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 Se …
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Wed Jan 21, 2026 · 3:30 PM

In Camera

In-camera meeting with no substantive agenda items listed

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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.

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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.

Upper Nappan Service Centre
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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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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1 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 …
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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.

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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.

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Agenda Agenda Minutes Open Video in new Window Video 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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1 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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