ARICHAT: A new investment by the province is laying the groundwork for improved infrastructure in Richmond County, beginning with a $12,500 sidewalk study in the Village of St. Peters.
The project, announced by Richmond MLA Trevor Boudreau on April 25, is part of the Growth and Renewal for Infrastructure Development (GRID) Program – an initiative of the Houston Government designed to strengthen local communities by supporting critical infrastructure planning and upgrades.
“This study may be small in scope, but it reflects a big idea – that local infrastructure decisions matter,” Boudreau said. “We are laying the groundwork for thoughtful growth.”
The sidewalk study is expected to assess opportunities to improve pedestrian access and community safety in St. Peters, an important step toward building more inclusive and connected neighbourhoods.
The initiative is among 35 projects across Nova Scotia receiving support from the GRID Program, which covers up to 50 per cent of eligible project costs. The program funds a wide range of community priorities including water and wastewater systems, disaster mitigation, and accessibility improvements.
Since launching in 2021, the Houston Government has invested over $257 million in municipal infrastructure province-wide.
In Richmond, local leaders hope this new investment signals a continued commitment to rural infrastructure and livability.