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RECOGNIZING ACCESS AWARENESS WEEK

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Published: Monday, 26 May 2025 16:33

The Town of Lunenburg is proud to be flying the Access Awareness flag in recognition of Access Awareness Week, whose theme this year is Our Voices, Our Votes: Disability Rights in Action.

In it’s 39th year, Access Awareness Week (May 25 – 31) is a public awareness initiative that aims to celebrate achievements made both by and for persons with disabilities in the areas of accessibility, transportation, housing, employment, recreation, education and communication in Nova Scotia. 

The foundation of Nova Scotia’s Accessibility Act is to provide, support, and protect the rights of persons with disabilities to full inclusion and accessibility by the identification, prevention and removal of accessibility barriers. Accessibility barriers are many and interconnected, and removing and preventing them is challenging and complex. Through public awareness, community partnerships and education, this campaign aims to foster an environment of equal participation for persons with disabilities in Lunenburg.

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PUBLIC WORKS NOTICE: WATER WORK ON BROAD STREET

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Published: Monday, 26 May 2025 11:25
UPDATE - 2:46 p.m. - Water Service Has Been Restored. 

Thank you for your patience while these repairs were made.

It is recommended that residents in the affected area turn off hot water systems as this outage continues. Once the water service is returned, we suggest running a cold water faucet into your bathtub or sink in case of any air discoloration until it runs normally.

 

 

Due to a water valve repair, Public Works needs to turn the water off on Broad Street between Falkland Street and McKenzie St to complete the repairs. Our crew is working on resolving the leak and having the service reinstated as soon as possible, but the repair may still take a few hours. The Public Works crew did go door to door to notify the affected customers.
 
We appreciate everyone's cooperation and patience.
 
It is recommended that residents in the affected area turn off hot water systems as this outage continues. Once the water service is returned, we suggest running a cold water faucet into your bathtub or sink in case of any air discoloration until it runs normally.
 

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.

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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.