The Investment Committee is appointed by Council to monitor the investment portfolio and investment activities pursuant to the Perpetual Reserve Fund Policy for the funds invested from the sale of the Kentville Electric Commission. Nova Scotia Bill # 20 – Town of Kentville and Kentville Electric Commission Sale of Assets Act stated that “The Town shall establish a Special Perpetual Reserve Fund.” Direction is provided within Town of Kentville’s Policy Statement G26 – Investments – Perpetual Reserve Fund Policy. The investment Committee meets monthly with the Investment Manager/Advisor to review the past month’s progress and the position of the Fund.

https://kentville.ca/town-hall/committees-and-commissions/investment-committee

The advisory group for the Kentville Police Service, the Police Commission works to help strengthen and improve the Police Service. The commission meets 11 times per year to discuss emerging issues, equipment, and personnel. Members on this board include two members of Town Council, two members from the community, and a representative from the provincial Department of Justice.  

Kentville’s water systems are overseen by an advisory group that helps to keep the water resources clean and protected. Members include the mayor and three councillors, a representative from the County of Kings and the Kentville Fire Department, and a citizen appointment.