NOTICE TO EDITORS

Tuesday, March 7/06

Statement by Councillor Dawn Sloane Regarding Findings of a Police Investigation Into Allegations of Bribery of Elected Officials

I have been advised of, and now do accept, the findings of an investigation by Halifax Regional Police into allegations by myself and others that some members of Regional Council may have been the subject of alleged bribery attempts by officials of the local development industry.

For my part in this issue, I do admit that I could have handled this matter in a more appropriate manner as a new member of Halifax Regional Council at the time. More importantly, I want to apologize to Council, members of the local development community and the public, in general, for any difficulty or inconvenience that my remarks, although sincere, may have caused.

I want to extend my thanks to Halifax Regional Police for their efforts and professionalism in investigating the various allegations.

Now, I want to put this matter behind me. Therefore, I shall not be making any further public comment about the investigation or any other related matters.

Thank you for your understanding.

Councillor Dawn Sloane.