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Public Participation Meeting: Proposed Rezoning Salt Meadows

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Published: Wednesday, 10 September 2025 14:33

When: Wednesday, September 24th, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Where - In-Person: Council Chambers, Town Hall (120 Townsend Street – back entrance)
Where - Virtually on Zoom: To livestream this meeting starting at 6 pm, use this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81048399838 

Town of Lunenburg staff will hold a Public Participation Meeting to gather input on a proposed rezoning of the area known as ‘Salt Meadows’, which includes all properties within the Town’s boundaries on Wood Street, Whynacht Street and Adams Street, and includes parts of Wolff Avenue and PID 60731452 on Rudolf Drive. The proposed use rezoning for the area is from Medium Density Residential (RM) to Lower Density Residential (RL).  Medium Density Residential zoning is intended to enable residential uses, such as dwellings with up to four units and accessory dwellings. Lower Density Residential zoning is intended to prioritize residential uses, such as dwellings with up to two units and accessory dwellings.

This meeting is your opportunity to learn about the proposed change and share your feedback. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

How to Participate:

• In person: Speak at the meeting; no registration required.
• Virtually through Zoom: Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. by 4 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 23 to register. Registration for virtual participation is required.
• In advance of the meeting, in writing, to:
  • Email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
  • Mail: 119 Cumberland Street, P.O. Box 129, Lunenburg, NS, B0J 2C0

For more information on this file, contact Marc Kiely at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 902-634-4410 x 234

What is a Public Participation Meeting?
A Public Participation Meeting (PPM) is a chance for residents to learn about and give feedback on proposed planning changes before any decisions are made by Council. These meetings are less formal than a public hearing and are designed to gather ideas, concerns, and perspectives early in the process. The comments shared help staff and Council better understand community views and can shape how proposals move forward.

Council Highlights: Sept. 9, 2025

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Published: Wednesday, 10 September 2025 08:00

The Council Highlights from the last meeting are available here: Council Highlights

Council Highlights are a concise digest of newsworthy decisions and issues from Town of Lunenburg Council meetings.

TOWN of LUNENBURG ELECTRIC UTILITY CAPITAL UPGRADES

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Published: Friday, 05 September 2025 11:12

Please be advised that TOL Electric Utility Capital upgrades (Phase 2) will begin the week of September 8th, 2025, and will continue into October 2025.

This Capital Upgrade will include, new conductors, poles, transformers, secondary power lines and services along  Green St, Victoria Rd and Hall St, ultimately extending up to the new  location for Harbor View Haven .

During these upgrades, there will be times when short power outages will be required, however, efforts will be made to minimize the inconveniences to residents. Outage information will be provided by NSP or their contractors CAUS, and/or town employees.

The safety of both residents and workers is a top priority. Please use caution when traveling through work zones and follow all pedestrian traffic signs on sidewalks when in place. We appreciate your cooperation as we re-energize Lunenburg! If you have any questions, please contact Town Hall at 902-634-4410 ext 3.

100th ANNUAL FISHERS' MEMORIAL SERVICE- SEPTEMBER 7

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Published: Wednesday, 03 September 2025 07:35

FISHERS' MEMORIAL SERVICE- SEPTEMBER 7

The 100th annual Fishers' Memorial Service is Sunday, September 7 at 2:00pm on the Lunenburg Waterfront (Bluenose Dr).

ABOUT: This service is dedicated to the memory of those who have gone down to the sea in ships and who have never returned. And in tribute to those who continue to occupy their business in great waters.

WREATHS: Wreaths in memory of lives lost are most welcome. Please contact the Lunenburg Town Hall at (902) 634-4410, ext. 225, to provide your wreath details for inclusion in the service.

DONATIONS: The Fishermen's Memorial Monument is owned and maintained by the Lunenburg Fishermen's Memorial Society (PO Box 800, Lunenburg, NS, B0J 2C0). Donations are most appreciated (charity registration #892986365 RR0001).

LABOUR DAY CLOSURES - SEPTEMBER 1

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Published: Friday, 29 August 2025 09:22

Please note that Lunenburg Town Hall, Arena and Community Centre will be closed on Monday, September 1.

The buildings will re-open on Tuesday, September 2.

UPDATE ON Trot In Time Carriage Tours

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Published: Monday, 25 August 2025 09:31

As noted in the August 19th Council Meeting, Town staff have had correspondence with the operator of Trot in Time Carriage Tours regarding the welfare of the horses and inquiries the Town had been receiving throughout the year. Earlier this year, the operator provided a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Horse Care During Heat and Humidity, as well as other documentation pertaining to the wellbeing and care of the animals to town staff. The Town of Lunenburg was also in receipt of veterinary health certificates, which were provided prior to the issuance of an operating permit for 2025. 

A request was made by the town earlier this month for an updated veterinary health certificate for all of the working horses, in response to concerns raised by members of the public. Town officials further confirmed that the operator was following the SOPs previously provided. On August 20th, a veterinarian inspected the operations of Trot in Time at the operator's expense. They provided a detailed report on the horses' living conditions, as well as their workload and suitability for the job. The Town is in receipt of the report. 

The report concluded that, “Care will need to be taken during the summer with regards to heat, but it sounds like a protocol is in place for this. The horses are up to date on veterinary care. According to the Animal Protection Act of Nova Scotia, the horse’s needs are currently being appropriately met. Overall, the owners of Trot in Time do seem genuinely committed to caring for the horses well and improving animal welfare. They were very transparent today and answered my questions eagerly. Since working with this business, they have been prompt to call about any concerns with the horses and we have maintained a good relationship."

The Town is also in receipt of a July 4, 2025 visit from the Inspector Specialist; Agriculture Inspection Services Nova Scotia Department of Agriculture. This report noted, “As a result of this investigation, I found the operation to be well-managed, with the horses’ wellbeing seeming to be at the forefront of the business model. The horses themselves all appeared to be in excellent health, well-muscled and of good weight, and up to date on farrier/veterinary care. They are the appropriate type, build and fitness level for the type of work required.”

“While I understands the concerns regarding the horses being overworked/worked in hot weather, I am confident that the horses are not overworked, are cared for and maintained in ways that mitigate distress while being worked, and if the horses were to show signs of distress they would be immediately and adequately tended to”

Overall, based on the information we have, the Town feels that Trot In Time is operating within good safety parameters, and we will continue to communicate with them as the season progresses.

While The Town and its staff have done everything it can to make sure that things are being handled in a safe manner, the current Hack and Trolley By-law will be reviewed in the coming months. At the August 19 meeting, Council directed staff to review the Hack and Trolley By-law, taking into account regulations from other jurisdictions with similar climates and tourism activities, and bring the review back for discussion at an upcoming Committee of the Whole meeting. 

If anyone from the public wishes to have more education on the business practices and understanding of the care and welfare of the horses with Trot in Time, they are encouraged to visit Trot in Time at the waterfront or reach out to Mary Gilson atThis email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or by texting 902-298-1895.