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Category Archives: Environment
Tantramar council hears requests for more climate change money & $80K for Sackville wilderness park
Retired wildlife biologist Richard Elliot literally wore two hats on September 19 when he asked Tantramar Town Council to allocate more money for climate change projects and for creating a park in Sackville’s old Pickard Quarry. Appearing first as chair … Continue reading
NS MLA Smith-McCrossin won’t get to participate in Chignecto court case
Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin says she’s disappointed that a Nova Scotia judge has rejected her application to participate in court hearings to determine who should pay to protect the Chignecto Isthmus and surrounding areas from potentially catastrophic flooding. “The people who live … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, New Brunswick government, Nova Scotia Government
Tagged Chignecto isthmus
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NS MLA Smith-McCrossin seeks to intervene in court battle over Chignecto Isthmus
Elizabeth Smith-McCrossin is seeking to take part in the court case to determine which levels of government are responsible for protecting the Chignecto Isthmus and surrounding areas from potentially catastrophic flooding. The independent MLA for Cumberland North makes the case … Continue reading
Takin’ care of business during summer of flood & fire
During a summer of steady news about lives and homes lost in torrential rains, flash floods and devastating wildfires, Tantramar Town Council has approved a $1.2 million tax break for a six-storey apartment building in Sackville’s flood-risk zone while moving … Continue reading
Phinney votes no as Tantramar council approves $200K to fix flood control glitch
Tantramar Councillor Bruce Phinney says he’d like to know who’s responsible for an an apparent error that will cost municipal taxpayers an extra $206,050. “I have to be honest right up front, I’m very upset about this,” Phinney said during … Continue reading
Sackville flood control project hits $200K snag
Tantramar Town Council will be asked to approve allocating an extra $206,050 next week to replace wetlands that will be lost or disturbed in completing the final phase of Sackville’s Lorne Street flood control project. The money would likely come … Continue reading
Mayor Black calls Chignecto delays frustrating; defends speedy Lafford approval
Tantramar Mayor Andrew Black says he’s relieved the federal and provincial governments have finally agreed to share the costs of protecting the Chignecto Isthmus from flooding, but he still sounds far from happy. “It has been utterly frustrating to get … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, New Brunswick government, Town of Tantramar
Tagged Chignecto isthmus
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Black peaty stuff hinders flood control work, but Lorne St. project still on track says town engineer
Town Engineer Jon Eppell says construction crews working on the third and final phase of the Lorne Street flood control project are dealing with the unexpected discovery of black, peat-like material between Crescent Street and the dyke that holds back … Continue reading
Sackville developer calls for speedy decision on apt. bldg. after residents voice objections & support during public hearing
“We need housing,” developer John Lafford declared as he addressed Tantramar Town Council Tuesday about his company’s plans for a controversial six-storey, 71 unit apartment building in Sackville. “The vacancy rate is less than 1%; JN Lafford’s waiting list alone … Continue reading
Posted in Environment, Town of Sackville, Town of Tantramar
Tagged 131 Main St., rezoning application
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Phase III of $13.8 million Sackville flood control project well underway
After more than five years of planning, construction, setbacks and successes, Sackville’s $13.8 million Lorne Street flood control project has entered its third and final phase. According to an update from the town, the venerable Sackville construction firm, Beale & … Continue reading
Mayor pleased as province announces $2.4 million aboiteau to complete Sackville flood control project
Mayor Andrew Black says he’s happy the province has approved building a new $2.4 million aboiteau in Sackville’s industrial park to drain flood water into the Tantramar River. “It’s the final step in completing one of the most ambitious and … Continue reading