Category Archives: Town of Tantramar

Mayor Black calls Chignecto delays frustrating; defends speedy Lafford approval

Posted on July 19, 2023 by brucewark

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 →

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Final approval for controversial Lafford bldg. in Sackville now seems certain

Posted on July 12, 2023 by brucewark

Tantramar Town Council has voted 8-1 to give Sackville developer John Lafford the rezoning he needs for a six-storey, 71-unit apartment building at 131 Main Street. The zoning changes to allow a large, multi-unit building that is 19.8 metres (65 … Continue reading →

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Black peaty stuff hinders flood control work, but Lorne St. project still on track says town engineer

Posted on July 10, 2023 by brucewark

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 →

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Mayor wrong to limit debate on proposed Lafford building, former councillors say

Posted on July 3, 2023 by brucewark

Three former Sackville councillors, with expertise in environmental issues, municipal planning and local government say Mayor Andrew Black was wrong to suggest to members of the public that some of their concerns were irrelevant as they commented on the proposed … Continue reading →

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Sackville developer calls for speedy decision on apt. bldg. after residents voice objections & support during public hearing

Posted on June 28, 2023 by brucewark

“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 →

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Access to Trans Canada Trail: walkers and cyclists ask for highway bridge, ATVers want the right to ride

Posted on June 18, 2023 by brucewark

Tantramar Town Council heard two opposing presentations on Tuesday about how to improve access to the section of the Trans Canada Trail that runs north of Sackville towards Midgic. Christina DeHaas and Jeff MacKinnon of the Tantramar Pedway Group asked … Continue reading →

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Councillor derails appointments to Tantramar Climate Change Advisory Committee

Posted on June 14, 2023 by brucewark

Citing his concerns over potential conflicts of interest, Tantramar Councillor Matt Estabrooks blocked the appointment of his Ward 4 election opponent Sabine Dietz last night to the town’s Climate Change Advisory Committee (CCAC). “I would suggest that appointed members of … Continue reading →

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Phase III of $13.8 million Sackville flood control project well underway

Posted on June 10, 2023 by brucewark

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 →

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Report raises questions, concerns about proposed 6-storey building at 131 Main

Posted on June 8, 2023 by brucewark

Sackville residents Sharon Hicks and Percy Best have sent a 26-page report to members of Tantramar Council, senior town staff and members of the media raising questions and concerns about a proposed six-storey, 71-unit apartment building behind the historic Allison/Fisher/Fawcett … Continue reading →

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New zoning application may rekindle debate about Sackville’s ban on more drive-thrus near TransCanada

Posted on May 24, 2023 by brucewark

The numbered company that now owns Sackville’s former Pizza Delight restaurant has applied for permission to build a drive-thru on the Mallard Drive property near TransCanada exit 504. Rashid Tufail of Mississauga, Ontario, who is listed as the sole director … Continue reading →

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DTI releases some info on Sackville bridge damage, but withholds details on repairs & costs

Posted on May 13, 2023 by brucewark

The provincial department of transportation and infrastructure (DTI) has released more information about damage to the Sackville bridge that crosses over the TransCanada highway near the McDonald’s intersection, but there is no indication about what repairs will be needed, when … Continue reading →

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