Town News
Housing Initiatives in Amherst
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You don’t have to drive far in Amherst to see construction and development projects. Whether it be construction cranes on Brown Street or road construction starting on the upper Church Street housing development, there is no denying that this season is shaping up to be one of the strongest in many years.
One of the priorities of Town Council has been to encourage development and improve the quantity and mix of housing units throughout Amherst. Everything from larger executive housing to small affordable housing units is on the table.
Notice of Public Hearing - 9 Laplanche Street Development Agreement Application
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The Town of Amherst invites you to a Public Hearing on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS regarding an application for a Development Agreement to create 6 units on the upper floor within the building located at 9 Laplanche Street (PIDs 25022872, 25022922 and 25005828).
A Public Hearing will be held on Thursday, September 5, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS.
Nominations Open - Town of Amherst Municipal Elections
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TAKE NOTICE that the undersigned will accept nominations for the following offices in and for the Town of Amherst for which an election will be held on the 19th day of October, 2024.
MAYOR
Six (6) Councillors
AND TAKE NOTICE that a nomination shall be filed at the office of the Returing Officer, Kimberlee J. Jones, Town Hall, 98 Victoria Street, Amherst, N.S. between the hours of 9:00 am and 5:00 pm on NOMINATION DAY, Tuesday, September 10, 2024 or by appointment only during the period of August 29-September 9, 2024 during regular business hours (8:30 am-4:00 pm).
Town of Amherst Council Brief - Policing
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Amherst Police Department
Amherst Town Council has approved a recruitment competition for 2 full-time uniform police positions during a special meeting on Monday August 12th, 2024.
The positions will be used to offset rising overtime costs due to long-term shortages and to provide extra coverage when required while providing much needed relief for officers who have been working extra hours to cover shortages.
Amherst Stadium Closing for Ice Surface Installation
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The Amherst Stadium will be completely closed from August 9 to August 25, re-opening on August 26. This closure is necessary for the annual process of installing the ice surface for the season ahead.
Victoria Street E. and Church Street Closing August 8
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On Thursday, August 8, portions of Victoria Street East and Church Street will be closed for a special event.
Beginning at 7 a.m. Victoria Street East will be closed between Havelock and Lawrence Streets. Church Street will also be closed beginning at 7 a.m. between King Street and Victoria Street East.
