Thanks to Chantelle and Braden for delivering a very informative presentation on the NWMO's upcoming Site Characterization work.
Local Services Board (LSB) Meeting Minutes
Date: Monday, March 16, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: Community Hall
Attendance
Terri Bell, Pat Daignault, Karen Daignault, Norm Eady, Jason Holroyd, Sean Merritt, Sara Fischer, Jamie Bell, and representatives from NWMO: Braydon and Chantelle.
Presentation
Braydon (NWMO) delivered a presentation on Site Characterization. All attendees found the presentation informative. Appreciation was extended to both Braydon and Chantelle.
Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 8:07 PM by Chairperson Pat Daignault.
Approval of Previous Minutes
Motion to approve the minutes from the February 17, 2026 meeting.
No errors or omissions were noted.
Moved by: Sean Merritt
Seconded by: Pat Daignault
Carried
Correspondence
- NWMO Recreation Donation received: $3,500.00
- Graff Plumbing: Quote received
- IAAC: Grant funding approved in the amount of $2,700.00 for submission of IAAC review
- Upcoming NWMO Presentation:
- Date: April 20, 2026
- Time: 6:00 PM
- Topic: Environmental Update
- A Zoom link will be provided
Business Arising from Previous Minutes
- Norm Eady is awaiting follow-up from Shannon at BrokerLink regarding insurance policy reassessment
- Pat Daignault will arrange a meeting with Brenda Bell to seek legal advice regarding hall/property ownership
New Business
Canada Day Planning
- Planning is ongoing
- Music arrangements have been finalized
- NWHU special event permit will be applied for
- Five residents will complete the food handler certification
- A new propane tank will be purchased for the BBQ (existing tank valve is not functioning)
Recreation Funding
- Annual NWMO recreation funding of $3,500.00 has been received
Community Support
- Volunteers needed: Three residents to manage garbage collection on Saturdays for July, August, and September
NWMO Update
- Chantelle updated the informational kiosk located in the hall
Recreation Committee Update
- Monday and Wednesday afternoon coffee sessions continue to be successful
- Approximately 10 attendees at the most recent session
- All residents are welcome from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM
- Spring Exhibition 2026
- Launch Date: April 17, 2026
- Will feature local and regional artists
- Marks the first exhibition in the newly rejuvenated lower level of the hall
Treasurer’s Report
Treasurer’s Report for February 2026 was presented.
Moved by: Sean Merritt
Seconded by: Pat Daignault
Carried
Upcoming Events
- Games Night: Thursday, April 2, 2026 (4:00 PM – 7:00 PM)
- Next LSB Meeting: Monday, April 20, 2026 at 7:00 PM
- NWMO Environmental Update at 6:00 PM prior to meeting
- Non-Profit Meeting: Immediately following the April 20 LSB Meeting
- Open to community members interested in local initiatives
- Regular sessions also held Saturdays at 10:00 AM (workshops and training)
Adjournment
Motion to adjourn the meeting at 8:35 PM.
Moved by: Pat Daignault
Seconded by: Sean Merritt
Carried
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