The Council meeting covered several operational and policy matters. Key topics included updates on the Valley REN restructuring and governance, a review of economic development initiatives, and a presentation on the Business Development Coordinator's activity progress. Recommendations were discussed and approved regarding a drug detection canine pilot program for the police service, updates to the Terms of Reference for the Kentville Business Advisory Committee, and various infrastructure and planning items such as street connectivity amendments, municipal planning strategies, and lease agreements. The Council also received departmental reports and held a closed session to discuss personnel and security matters.
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Town of Kentville Council Advisory Committee Council Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee meeting covered a range of operational and strategic topics, including department reports from Planning and Development, Parks and Recreation, Engineering and Public Works, and Finance. Key discussion points involved the Canine Pilot Project, updates to the terms of reference for the Business Advisory Committee, and execution of the Regional Recreation Complex contract. The committee also addressed the sale of 374-376 Main Street, the Centre Square Lease, and received a report from the Nominating Committee. Furthermore, a sanitary sewer operating budget was reviewed, and updates were provided on various policies, including infrastructure growth financing and records management.
Sep 28, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Town of Kentville Council Council Meeting
The council meeting addressed various municipal matters, including the approval of the Sanitary Sewer Operating Budget and a guarantee resolution for the Tidal Transit Authority. Council also considered the adoption of an Infrastructure Growth Financing Policy, discussed the proposed location for a telecommunications tower at the Kentville Justice Centre, and reviewed amendments regarding street connectivity and subdivision design standards.
Sep 14, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Town of Kentville Council Advisory Committee Meeting
The committee reviewed departmental updates from Planning and Development, Parks and Recreation, Engineering and Public Works, and Finance. New business included the review of the draft Sanitary Sewer Operating Budget, authorization of a temporary borrowing resolution for Tidal Transit, and discussion on various municipal policies regarding infrastructure growth, records management, and the repeal of specific conduct and recording policies. The committee also approved tax reduction requests related to property damage and frontage charges, authorized easement agreements with Nova Scotia Power, and adopted new policies concerning the use of Artificial Intelligence and Social Media.
