Annual Report 2004 - Halifax Regional Municipality

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The Corporate Logo The Halifax Regional Municipality corporate logo, adopted by Regional Council on April 1, 1997, strikes a balance between recognizing the past and looking towards the future. The logo is centered around the word “Halifax.” The fourth letter, being the “I,” has been replaced with a lighthouse -– a nautical symbol associated with the Maritimes. The lighthouse, like the Municipality, stands as a beacon to the world – historically, culturally and commercially. Reference to the former municipal units is included as the light radiates from the centre of the lighthouse from one end to the other, encompassing not only the letters in “Halifax,” but the four areas it represents. Further reference is noted in the four waves that are underneath the word Halifax. The Official Coat of Arms The central element in the Coat of Arms is the shield, divided by a St. Andrew’s cross. Within the centre of the shield, encased in a gold circle is a kingfisher, symbolizing industry. On each arm of the cross are broad arrows, symbolic of a naval tradition. The two eighteenth century ships also reference this naval tradition and the history of settlement. Above the shield, the mural coronet (a symbol of civic government), is topped by four mayflowers – the Provincial flower of Nova Scotia. The supporters, two sea horses (heraldic beasts symbolic of port cities), stand on each side of the shield. Each sea horse wears a collar of maple leaves. From one collar hangs a book, a symbol of learning while from the other collar, two paddles hang referring to the historical and recreational use of canoes. Each supporter holds a flag - one being the Provincial flag signifying the capital city of the Province, and the other being the municipal flag, which is derived from the shield. The shield rests on a grassy mound with wheat sheaves and spruce trees, symbols of agriculture and forestry. The motto, “E Mari Merces,” is Latin and means “wealth from the sea.” At a Glance: 5,577 square kilometres in area • approximately 40% of Nova Scotians and 15% of Atlantic Canadians live in HRM • HRM is Canada’s 13 th largest metropolitan area and the largest city east of Quebec City and north of Boston • when ranking Canadian cities on the proportion of the population 18 years of age or older with a Bachelor’s degree or higher, HRM ranks fourth in Canada, ahead of cities like Vancouver and Montreal • HRM continues to account for about half of the economy of Nova Scotia and one fif th of the economy of Atlantic Canada • over the last five years, the bulk of the Province’s new housing stock has been built in HRM.
U NIQUE Culture, diverse landscapes, charming seaside villages and the world’s second largest natural ice-free harbour - these are some of the characteristics that make Halifax Regional Municipality (HRM)a valuable and attractive community. The downtown core is dressed with colourful gardens, spacious parks, and a variety of shops and sidewalk cafes. The rugged shorelines and sandy beaches take one away from hectic urban life and the region’s rich history can be discovered in galleries, museums, historic sites and churches. An international seaport and transportation centre, HRM is home to Halifax International Airport and Halifax Port Authority. Considered two of the most significant transportation hubs on the East Coast, they contribute greatly to HRM’s sustained economic growth. HRM boasts six degree-granting universities and three campuses of the Nova Scotia community college, providing a large, highly skilled labour force. In 1996, Halifax, Dartmouth, Bedford and Halifax County amalgamated, forming the Halifax Regional Municipality. It is home to approximately 377,932 citizens and encompasses a land mass larger than the province of Prince Edward Island. HRM’s citizens are served by 23 Councillors, each representing one District, and by one Mayor, who is elected at large. The Municipality is structured under a Council/Chief Administrative Officer governance model. The CAO is responsible for the provision of advice and direction to Council, implementation of policies and programs and the overall administration of the organization. Recognized as an international leader in environmental sustainability, HRM is committed to the progress of its waste management strategy, harbour clean-up, pesticide by-law and numerous environmental events, endeavours and partnerships. HRM strives to provide the best quality of life in a healthy, sustainable, vibrant community at work, play and everyday. Contents Excellence in Governance COMMUNITY RESPONSE TEAM .......................................................... 8 HALIFAX REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT AGENCY ....................................... 9 GREATER HALIFAX PARTNERSHIP .................................................... 10 REGIONAL PLANNING ................................................................... 11 MUNICIPAL CLERK’S OFFICE .......................................................... 12 INTEGRATED CITY ........................................................................ 12 CORPORATE COMMUNICATIONS ...................................................... 13 Safe Communities FIRE & EMERGENCY SERVICES ................................................. 14 -15 HALIFAX REGIONAL POLICE ........................................................... 16 RCMP ............................................................................... 17 - 18 INTEGRATED EMERGENCY SERVICES ................................................. 18 Healthy, Sustainable, Vibrant Communities ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES ...................................20 - 21 PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT SERVICES ............................................ 24 PUBLIC WORKS & TRANSPORTATION ............................................... 25 REAL PROPERTY & ASSET MANAGEMENT .................................. 26 - 27 RECREATION, TOURISM & CULTURE ........................................ 22 - 23 HALIFAX PUBLIC LIBRARIES ........................................................... 28 Excellence in Service Delivery SHARED SERVICES .......................................................................... 29 HUMAN RESOURCES ........................................................................ 30 LEGAL SERVICES ............................................................................. 31 FINANCIAL SERVICES ....................................................................... 31 Awards & Recognition .............................................................. 32 Condensed Financial Information ............................................ 33
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