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NOT Wanted in our Wastewater System – Fats, Oil or Grease

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Published: Monday, 10 March 2025 08:45

 When warm fats are poured down your sink they cool, harden and can stick to the inside of your sewer pipe or in Town sewer mains. Over time, this build up causes “fatbergs” that blocks sewer infrastructure – and costs everyone’s tax dollars to repair. You can help!

Never pour grease down any drain. Scrape dishes and cookware and dispose of in your green bin/compost cart

Everyday examples of the above: cooking oils, meat fats, dairy products, sauces & dressings, butter and lard.

 

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Water System Repairs

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Published: Tuesday, 04 March 2025 15:34
WATER SYSTEM REPAIRS - March 5
Public Works is performing water system repairs tomorrow (Wednesday, March 5) along Hall Street between Victoria Road and Schwartz Street. A section of Hall St shall be closed to allow the work to be performed (refer to attached map).
Work will start at around 830am and is expected to take the day to repair.
Road users are advised to use an alternative route, or drive with caution and obey direction from the Traffic Control Personnel and signage.
Affected customers of the Water Utility shall receive a notice advising them of the outage and recommended practices for when the water service is returned.
Thank you.
 
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Next COTW Meeting: March 4 at 6 pm

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Published: Thursday, 27 February 2025 16:36

Council’s next Committee of the Whole meeting is March 4 at 6 p.m.

The agenda package for this meeting is now available: https://bit.ly/3DdHssP

Agenda items include:

  • Draft Lunenburg County Accessibility Plan Recommendations
  • Draft Anti-Racism & Diversity Plan
  • Heritage Impact Inquiry on Buffer Zone Development – ICOMOS Canada Letter
  • Washroom Facilities at Lunenburg Academy
  • Traffic and Parking Study Follow-up
  • 2025/26 REMO Budget & Strategic Planning Resource Allocation

Council meetings are open to the public and held in Town Hall. Please use the accessible back entrance at 120 Townsend Street.

Meetings are also livestreamed through Zoom. To livestream this meeting starting at 6 pm, use this link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88956545878

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT SESSION

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Published: Friday, 21 February 2025 11:53

The Town of Lunenburg is creating a Sustainable Cultural Tourism Plan, and your input is key. Attend a Community Engagement Session for your chance to share your ideas and thoughts.

To accommodate different schedules, there will be two sessions held, both on March 5, 2025:
• Session 1: 1pm – 3pm
• Session 2: 4pm – 6pm

Both sessions will be held at the Fisheries Museum of the Atlantic (68 Bluenose Dr.)

These two-hour sessions will feature breakout groups with station sessions, facilitated by our consultants and our Cultural Tourism Working Group.

Your input will help ensure Lunenburg’s heritage is preserved, our local culture is celebrated, and tourism grows in a way that benefits both residents and visitors alike.

Have questions? Contact This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or 902-634-4410 x 222

Icy Conditions - Continue to Use Caution

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Published: Friday, 21 February 2025 08:31

Although generally conditions have improved as the week has progressed, please note that some areas of sidewalks, ramps and sections of roads (including crosswalks) remain icy and now may be masked by the recent snowfall.

Pedestrians are urged to continue to use caution – wear proper footwear, take slow, short steps and keep your hands free.

Public Works is actively working to mitigate the impacts of the winter conditions.

TOL and Parks Canada Discuss World Heritage Site Management

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Published: Thursday, 20 February 2025 16:46

On Tuesday, February 18, Town of Lunenburg Council and staff welcomed representatives from Parks Canada’s Indigenous Stewardship and Cultural Heritage Directorate for a tour of Old Town Lunenburg and an evening orientation session for Council.

This was a great opportunity to meet in person and talk about our shared responsibilities in caring for our UNESCO World Heritage Site. The Town serves as the World Heritage Site Manager, responsible for day-to-day oversight, conservation efforts, and ensuring the site meets heritage standards. Parks Canada, as the State Party Representative, provides guidance and support on behalf of Canada to help World Heritage Sites meet their international commitments.

During our discussions, we covered key topics like site reporting, heritage impact assessments, management planning, and how the overall World Heritage framework works. Both the Town and Parks Canada are committed to working together to protect and preserve Old Town Lunenburg for future generations.

We look forward to continuing this collaboration to ensure Lunenburg remains a vibrant and well-preserved World Heritage Site.