{"id":43097,"date":"2024-02-26T14:05:35","date_gmt":"2024-02-26T18:05:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/thelaker.ca\/?p=43097"},"modified":"2024-02-26T14:05:35","modified_gmt":"2024-02-26T18:05:35","slug":"nsfm-disappointment-over-provinces-shift-with-regards-to-coastal-plan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/?p=43097","title":{"rendered":"NSFM: “Disappointment” over provinces shift with regards to Coastal Plan"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

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HALIFAX:<\/strong> The Nova Scotia Federation of Municipalities (NSFM) is expressing “disappointment” over the provincial government’s announcement to move away from what they called a comprehensive and uniform provincial strategy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

NSFM President Carolyn Bolivar-Getson addressed the province\u2019s announcement regarding coastal protection measures in a release issued Feb. 26.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The provincial government has opted not to proceed with the implementation of a province-wide Coastal Protection Act. Instead, they have unveiled a strategic initiative: The Future of Nova Scotia\u2019s Coastline: The plan to protect people, homes, and nature from climate change along our Coast. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative includes a mapping tool <\/strong>to aid property owners and municipalities in identifying areas susceptible to coastal risks. The province is asking municipalities to participate in coastal protection efforts through land use planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our story on the province’s announcement:<\/strong> https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/province-announces-plan-for-climate-resilient-coastal-communities-homes\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our story on the Ecology Action Centre reaction:<\/strong> https:\/\/staging-z.thelaker.ca\/eac-n-s-governments-coastal-plan-failure-of-leadership\/<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Bolivar-Getson said while NSFM recognizes the government’s new approach as a replacement for the Coastal Protection Act, which will not advance at this time, the Federation expresses disappointment in the shift away from a comprehensive and uniform provincial strategy. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“NSFM is committed to seeking clarity for its members and other stakeholders regarding the implications of this decision,” she said. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It is emphasized that municipalities will receive assistance in crafting their own planning frameworks and regulatory measures pertaining to coastal protection. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

“NSFM will persist in seeking clarification on the allocation of resources to support municipalities, particularly those in rural areas or with limited planning capabilities,” added Bolivar-Getson.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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NSFM commends the provincial government for furnishing resources such as the interactive mapping tool, which will serve as a valuable asset in assisting residents and communities with coastal protection initiatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Furthermore, the commitment to establishing communication channels for residents through a navigator role through a local climate organization is welcomed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

“Continuing its advocacy efforts, NSFM will actively seek clarification on how infrastructure funding will be integrated into this new plan,” said Bolivar-Getson. “The Federation is coordinating a forthcoming Mayors, Wardens, and Chief Administrative Officers (CAOs) meeting to facilitate a deeper understanding of the provincial initiative, and how this approach will impact members.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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