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Sidney council this week voted to overturn a staff decision and allow developer Nu-View Homes to remove a fir tree from a waterfront property.
Steve Price, who was Sidney’s mayor from 2014 and 2018, says council could use someone with experience to help move forward major projects like the Sidney wharf
A staff report said the losses from business licences as well as administration costs involved in waiving the fees will be offset from funding through the province’s Safe Restart Plan, and will not have an impact on property taxes. “It sends a message to the business community that we understand the difficulties and recognize they are an important part of our community,” said Coun. Terri O’Keeffe. “It says something good about Sidney … we’re business friendly and we appreciate and acknowledge the important role business has.” Added Coun. Scott Garnett: “Every little bit h...