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REMINDER: Noise Bylaw update & public hearing

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Published: Monday, 26 May 2025 11:25

This is a reminder that Council is scheduled to consider final approval of a new Noise By-law at its meeting on May 27 at 6:00 p.m. at Town Hall. Before making any decision, Council will hold a public hearing, and residents are welcome to share their feedback on the proposed changes.

This updated by-law is designed to make the Town’s noise rules clearer and easier to enforce. Under the current by-law, staff often struggle to act on noise complaints, not because they aren’t valid, but because the existing rules are too vague to enforce consistently.

What’s Changing?

The proposed by-law includes clear, observable criteria for what qualifies as “excessively loud or disruptive” noise, including:
• Interference with indoor conversation
• Physical vibrations on neighbouring properties
• Audibility from 100 feet during Quiet Hours (11 p.m.–7 a.m.)
• Prolonged or repeated noise without reasonable breaks

The by-law balances community needs by continuing to allow reasonable daytime noise from businesses, marine operations, and construction, so long as it's not excessively disruptive.

Faster, More Flexible Exemptions

Short-term noise exemptions (14 days or less) can now be approved directly by the CAO, without needing Council approval, making the process quicker and more responsive.

Read the draft by-law and staff report (page 8 of the agenda): https://townoflunenburg.ca/council-2025/2025-council-committee-of-the-whole-agendas/1912-05-27-2025-council-agenda/file.html 

Want to Speak?

Come to Town Hall on May 27. A sign-up sheet will be available at the start of the meeting for those wishing to speak during the public hearing.

Questions?
Contact Kayla Byrne at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 902-521-0016.

TWO NEW SETS OF RAPID FLASHING CROSSWALK BEACONS INSTALLED

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Published: Monday, 26 May 2025 10:25

As a part of ongoing improvements to pedestrian safety, we are pleased to confirm the installation of two new sets of rapid flashing crosswalk beacons Green Street at High Street and Dufferin Street at Churchill Street (refer to photographs).

When the buttons on either side of the crossing are activated, the lights shall flash for approximately 20 seconds. Pedestrians should always use caution and make eye contact with road users prior to entering onto the crosswalk.

New Crossing Beacons 

UPDATE - Power Has Been Restored as of 11:05 am

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Published: Friday, 23 May 2025 11:15

New Town/Masons Beach Road, power has been restored as of 11:05am. If you continue to experience power disruptions please call Town Hall - (902) 634-4410, ext. 3 - 
during office hours to report the issue. After Hours (4:30pm – 8:30am), please call the after hours line at 902-527-0150

NOTICE OF POWER OUTAGE

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Published: Friday, 23 May 2025 08:43

There is a power outage in New Town around Victoria Road up to Mason's Beach Road. As of now, we are waiting for additional information, but we are aware the power is out and Nova Scotia Power has been notified.

If you are outside the affected area and experiencing an outage please call: (902) 634-4410, ext. 3.

 

PUBLIC NOTICE: Payment options during Canada Post strike

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Published: Thursday, 22 May 2025 10:51

With the possibility of a postal strike as soon as this Friday, sending in payments by mail for electric/water/sewer/tax accounts and other services could see your payment delayed. As such, we would like to take a moment to address payment options. Here are a few other easy payment options:

  • If you would like a copy of your billing, this can be provided at the Town Hall Finance Department.

  • Payments can be made at Town Hall, 119 Cumberland Street, Monday to Friday (8:30 am to 4:30 pm). We accept cash, cheques and debit.
  • There is a payment slot by the main door of the Town Hall at the 119 Cumberland Street Entrance.

  • You can pay at the local branch of your bank.

  • Online Banking: Through most financial institutions (Contact your financial institution for instructions on how to do online banking services)

For further information on these services please contact Wendy Mills, Finance Clerk, 902-634-4410 ext 221.

Thank you.

Important Message About Upcoming Tree Maintenance

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Published: Friday, 16 May 2025 12:13

During the next few months, Nova Scotia Power’s vegetation management contractor, LUCAS TREE EXPERTS, will be trimming trees near power lines and in some cases removing hazard trees on Kissing Bridge Road, Maple Avenue, Montgomery Street, Green Street and Victoria Road. This work is necessary to reduce the risk of outages caused by trees and to ensure that we can continue to provide safe and reliable power.

The work will include removing the trees and branches that pose a danger or threat to the electrical system. All branches and small limbs will be chipped and blown back on to the right-of-way or transported offsite and will be done at no cost to the homeowner/resident.

The contractor will make every attempt to call and discuss the work in advance. If after consulting with our contractor, you still have concerns, please feel free to contact Town Hall at (902) 634-4410.

Please help us protect our workers by being extra careful when driving in these work zones, as crews and traffic control personnel will be on the roads in these areas over the next few weeks.

The affected areas are highlighted in orange on the map.

May Tree Trimming Map