On today’s show: A spokesperson for the Department of Local Government says Tantramar council is not required to include outright suspension on a list of possible sanctions in its code of conduct bylaw. On Tuesday, council is expected to consider second reading of a new bylaw that includes the option to suspend councillors from all powers and duties, and some councillors have expressed concerns about the inclusion of the more severe sanction.
Plus:
- Ambulances in Strait Shores may arrive sooner in the next two months, as Ambulance NB tries out a temporary policy that keeps vehicles stationed in Port Elgin until they are called to emergencies. Lara MacMillan reports on the 60-day pilot project.
- The vandalizing of a Conservative campaign sign in Sackville has prompted a call for respectful behaviour leading up to the federal election on April 28.
- A Sackville resident is organizing an all-candidates forum for the Beausejour riding on April 15, 7-9pm, and the Church by the Lake. This is the fourth forum organized by Carol Cooke, who says she hopes to help voters make informed decisions.
