Board meetings, strategic plans, and buyer signals from Dean Simmonds’s organization
Sep 21, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Accessibility Advisory Committee Draft Minutes
The committee reviewed the Peninsula South East Connection Functional Plan, providing feedback regarding pedestrian and cyclist safety, intersection design, and traffic impact assessment. Additionally, the committee coordinated logistics for the upcoming Accessibility Advisory Committee Town Hall, including reviewing staff roles, accessibility requirements, and feedback forms. Members also received an update on recent Halifax Regional Council activities, such as the Dismantling Racism and Hate Strategy, the Affordable Housing Strategy, and various infrastructure and planning projects.
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Board Of Police Commissioners For The Halifax Regional Municipality Special Meeting
The meeting included an African Nova Scotian Affirmation and the approval of the agenda. The Board granted a leave of absence to Commissioner Brian Carter in accordance with the attendance policy. The primary agenda item involved a discussion regarding the Board's Strategic Plan, facilitated by the Senior Policy Advisor with input from various public safety and policing officials.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Youth Advisory Committee Draft Minutes
The committee reviewed and discussed the 2026/27 Youth Advisory Committee Work Plan, incorporating an amendment to include the annual Town Hall meeting within the performance indicators section. Members requested further information regarding the Bridging the Gap Internship Program and employment resources provided by Nova Scotia Works. The committee ultimately approved the amended Work Plan and recommended it for review by the Executive Standing Committee.
Sep 17, 2026·BoardMeeting
Board
Community Planning and Economic Development Standing Committee Draft Minutes
The committee reviewed planning initiatives regarding the Blue Mountain-Birch Cove Lakes National Urban Park candidate and engaged with public speakers on the topic. The committee recommended that the Halifax Regional Council proceed with the Parks and Outdoor Recreation Facilities Plan based on a proposed scope of work and endorsed a three-year funding framework for the Navigator Street Outreach Program. Additionally, the committee requested a staff report to evaluate the necessity of enhanced park by-law enforcement and compliance, including the possibility of re-establishing a dedicated park patrol.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
