Town News
Addressing the Power Outage: Mayor’s Statement
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- Published: Thursday, 12 December 2024 16:42
We know the planned power outage over the weekend caused significant challenges for many in our community.
In addition to the joint statement issued earlier today, Mayor Jamie Myra addressed the planned power outage at the start of the December 10 Council meeting. His statement acknowledged the frustrations caused by the extended outage and outlined the steps being taken to address the situation and improve in the future.
Key points from the Mayor’s remarks include:
- An apology on behalf of Council for the significant inconvenience caused to residents, businesses, and customers.
- A summary of a meeting with Nova Scotia Power managers to discuss how to improve planning, execution, and communication for future projects.
- A commitment by Council to hold an internal debrief and begin strategic planning, followed by another meeting with Nova Scotia Power early in the New Year.
- Recognition of the Lunenburg and District Fire Department for their support during the outage.
The Mayor reiterated that the Town is focused on taking meaningful steps to ensure better service and communication for our community moving forward.
You can view the Mayor’s full statement here: pdf 2024 12 12 Power Outage Statement (162 KB)
You can also watch the recording of the December 10 Council meeting, where the statement was made at the start of the meeting: https://youtu.be/vRK_IlStzg4
Thank you for your continued patience as we work to address these concerns and move forward.
Council Highlights: Dec.10, 2024
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- Published: Wednesday, 11 December 2024 10:12
The Council Highlights from the last meeting are available here: Council Highlights
Public Notice: Bill Payments during Canada Post Strike
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- Published: Thursday, 28 November 2024 08:48
Due to the postal strike, sending in payments by mail for water/sewer/tax accounts and other services will see your payment delayed. 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.
- Payment can be made at Town of Lunenburg Town Hall, 119 Cumberland Street, Town of Lunenburg. 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 online banking services)
- You can sign up for Town of Lunenburg e services to receive your billings on line.
- There is also an option for preauthorized debit payments.
For further information on these services please contact Wendy Mills, Finance Clerk, 902-634-4410 ext 221.
FALL LEAF COLLECTION PROGRAM 2024
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- Published: Tuesday, 12 November 2024 10:03
The Town of Lunenburg is pleased to offer the following leaf collection opportunities to assist residents with their fall leaf clean-up:
• Leaves and brush can be delivered to the Town’s Starr Street compost site on Fridays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. If you use bags, they must be paper.
• Leaves can be placed in your compostainer or paper bags for pick-up on scheduled “green week” collection days.
• An additional Special Leaf Collection is scheduled for Friday, November 15. Leaves must be placed in your compostainer or paper bags.
• The Public Works Department will also do a one-time leaf collection on every Town street – making one pass only as follows:
New Town
o Crews will begin pickup in your area on Monday, November 18 (weather permitting). This will take approximately two weeks to complete.
o They will make a single pass down your street, so please ensure leaves are out by November 18.
Old Town
o Crews will begin pickup in your area on Monday, December 2 (weather permitting). This will take approximately two weeks to complete.
o They will make a single pass down your street, so please ensure leaves are out by December 2.
Please do not rake leaves into gutters, ditches, or the street – these can clog storm drains and cause flooding and slippery road conditions.
Residents are also reminded that leaves can be mulched with a lawnmower mulching blade at the end of the mowing season. This saves you time and helps the environment by returning nutrients contained in the leaves directly into your lawn!
Please contact the Public Works Department at 902-634-4410 if you require further information.
NEW SHORT-TERM RENTAL PROVINCIAL REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS
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- Published: Thursday, 19 September 2024 09:10
The new Provincial Regulations for short-term rental and tourist accommodations requires proof of compliance documentation from your Municipality, in this case the Town of Lunenburg, to accompany your application. Please note the following documentation, provided together, meets the Town of Lunenburg’s requirements to show proof of compliance:
- A Development Permit to authorize the short-term rental use on your property. If you have previously applied for and obtained a Development Permit for short-term rental or tourist accommodation, you will not need to re-apply, but will still need to provide a copy when you register with the Province; and
- A Zoning Confirmation Letter to confirm that short-term rentals are permitted in your zone.
Please complete a pdf Heritage Development Encroachment Application Form (330 KB) . Return the completed form, along with a floorplan sketch of the general layout of the building for all floors, clearly showing which unit will be the short-term rental, to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or in person to Town Hall. Development Permits are free. Include with it a written request for the Zoning Confirmation Letter. The fee for a Zoning Confirmation Letter is $60.90, which can be paid via one of the Town’s pdf acceptable payment methods (125 KB) .
As we anticipate receiving a large volume of applications, please ensure that you have allowed adequate time to obtain your documents before the provincial registration deadline.
Follow these links to learn more about the new provincial regulations and registration process for short-term rentals and tourist accommodations:
Register your tourist accommodation - Government of Nova Scotia
For further information contact the Town of Lunenburg Planning Department at 902-634-4410 ext 225 or This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Next Council Meeting: August 13 at 6 pm
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- Published: Wednesday, 07 August 2024 12:23
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