A First in Canada? "Detention Ponds" with Tantramar's Engineering Department.. Where's the Hustle?

As the new development off Queen's Road [Sheppard Lane] -- a multi-unit housing project -- moves along the Town's engineer Mr. Eppell gave insights last night into what the neighbourhood's newest feature ["detention ponds"] may also be used for when it comes to misbehaving students [or local staff at Town Hall & politicians] at the nearby Salem Elementary. 

Alternatively, we are told that these ponds could continue to be placed around for the region randomly [and at the high cost to the taxpayers in the millions of dollars] at the Town Hall staffer's discretion and will more likely be called "Retention Ponds".

Are we to understand that the desire for new housing and how we were told it is much-needed [in Mayor Black's "housing sessions"] and a focus to get more of it built back in 2024 in the town is not now a priority at all? It would seem so.. given the lack-lustre attitudes about "getting housing built" of Town Councillors Phinney, Goguen, Butcher, Martin, and Tower and certain staff within the Town Hall?  Town Councillors Matt Estabrooks and Barry Hicks and Deputy Mayor Debbie Wiggins-Colwell showed true empathy and interest in and a desire to support the local Developer of this new project. Slackers Mike Tower and Bruce Phinney should have retired ages ago -- with their long track records of achieving nothing at all...  both are retired boomers who lack vision and are coasting along in a "no hustle" mode.

Because the young people growing up into adulthood here who want to stay in town deserve to be able to access new housing and enjoy all the abundance that the boomers in this town do it should be the norm here that "pro-development" is a very good thing and is to be celebrated.. clearly new and dynamic thinking is needed on this town's elected panel of Town Councillors.. and soon.

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Come on peeps... this is bizarre!? Weren't we all told that a big priority for their elected regime was supporting the building here of new housing? Why the interference now with a new much-needed housing development in our town that is located close to the elementary school [great location].. it just makes no sense.. and it smacks of total  incompetence by the so-called "management" in town... the more staff they hire the less seems to get done here....  If I was the developer in this case I would make a public statement about the unfortunate and unnecessary delays caused by the Town Hall's staff on this project that would benefit the public and deserved to be supported 100%.  There should have been 144 units already created by 2020 at that location.. government are sadly getting in the way of prosperity and development.

There's probably going to be more to the story soon.. stay tuned.

More here:

For sale: Lot 26-01 Sheppard Lane, Sackville, New Brunswick E4L2B3 - NB135662 | REALTOR.ca

"Listing Description

MLI SELECT ELIGIBLE | STRONG CASH FLOW | IMMEDIATE EQUITY | PROPERTY TAX SAVINGS This townhouse development offers a rare opportunity to acquire high-performing rental assets within a proven six-unit building layout. Each building features 2 spacious 3-bedroom units and 4 comfortable 1 bedroom units (end units with private side entrances), creating an ideal mix for affordability and strong rental demand. Situated in the core of Sackville, New Brunswick, this project benefits from a very low vacancy rate driven by the university and strong rental demand. Priced at an average of $235,000 per unit, these properties are designed with investors in mind. With $140,000 in built-in equity and excellent rental income potential, these units generate strong, positive cash flow from day one. The project qualifies for CMHCs MLI Select program (5+ units), offering up to 95% financing and extended amortization periods of 50 years. Each building is designed for strong energy efficiency and includes integrated affordable units to maximize program eligibility. Should qualify for the PBRH rebate (15%). Investors also benefit from a municipal property tax incentive over the first 10 years, starting with approximately 90% savings in year one (only ~10% of taxes payable), then increasing annually, improving early cash flow. Each building is turnkey with modern finishes, appliances, landscaping, paving, and is built for future individual subdivision. Multiple buildings available. (29648370)

Location Description

From the Trans-Canada Highway, take the exit into Sackville and proceed onto Main Street. Continue along Main Street through the town centre, then turn right onto Queens Street. Follow Queens Street until you reach Sheppard Street (new street), then turn onto Sheppard Street. The property is located on this street."

slide above was shared by the Town Hall staffers.. 

The town's lawyers are Stewart McKelvey, FYI.