Campobello Island Rural Community

The meeting included the approval of the agenda with an addition concerning the ward system vote. Key discussions involved reports from the RCMP Officers regarding policing services and updates on recreation matters. The Council approved the appointment of Patrick Brunet to the Campobello Library Board and authorized tendering for Garbage removal services. A discussion regarding a potential change from a ward system to an all-councillors-at-large system was tabled pending Councillor Fletcher's presence. Council also received a report on the RSC meeting, including a donation designated for assisting with lost pets. Furthermore, there was a detailed discussion concerning the condition of the bridge and other Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DTI) maintenance issues.

The Council meeting included the approval of the agenda, which involved moving the UMNB presentation to the next item. During the UMNB presentation, discussions focused on advocating for sustainable, safe communities and economic development. Correspondence included accepting a request for funding for the ASD South turnaround awards ceremony. Updates were provided regarding recent donations received by the Food Bank ($2000 US dollars) and the Fire Department ($5000 US dollars). Progress on the new basketball court indicated $5700 raised, with a matching pledge from the JT Clark Family Foundation, noting that $5000 is still required for the current stage of the Outdoor Recreation Complex. Discussion also covered estimated costs for resurfacing the soccer field at $30,000. The Council also noted that the office would be closed during the week of May 5-8.

The meeting addressed several key items, including the extension of the ferry season and discussion of new routes, with the Mayor drafting an email of support for a local subsidy request from East Coast Ferries. A recreation application for Violet Morton and CICS was approved for funding covering storage and engineering activities. Updates were provided on the basketball court/outside recreation complex project, noting that groundwork has begun and plans include building gaga ball pits. The condition of the landfill site was noted, requiring chainsaw clearing. Progress on placing new Veteran's banners was reviewed. The Council approved signing the new agreement for the CCBF (Gas Tax) for 2024-2028. The success of the Seniors Program and upcoming Fogfest were mentioned. Additionally, Fanina Kodre was reappointed as chair of the Library board for a three-year term.

The council meeting covered correspondence including the approval of a $5700 grant from the Clark Family Foundation for building a synthetic basketball court. Discussions involved an update on an invitation sent to DTI Minister Chaisson, a letter sent to the Tourism, Heritage and Culture Minister regarding golf course expansion, and an intention to apply for the Resiliency Fund for the soccer field expansion. Sebastian Teunissen discussed partnering with the Rural Community to convert the tennis court into a pickleball court. The council also tabled the discussion regarding changing the Council system from ward to at-large until the August meeting. Funding of up to $2000 was approved for promotional videos for Campobello Island. During the question period, community members inquired about garbage removal spending, requested 2024 meeting minutes, and asked about building permits and the planning department.

The meeting involved the approval of the agenda and subsequent correspondence review. A guest expressed thanks for the reinstatement of International medical coverage in Lubec, Maine, raised concerns regarding the public posting of meeting minutes on the website, and inquired about fire safety protection for the Community Library assets, suggesting consideration for risk protection measures, possibly through grants for fire sprinkler systems. Discussions followed regarding progress on initiatives related to the Campobello ferry, including potential ferry landing locations. The council proceeded with appointing two individuals, Kim Walsh and Nancy Sarchfield, to three-year terms on the Campobello Public Library Board. Clarification was sought regarding the composition and structure of the Library Board and its relationship with the Museum Board.