Town News
Public Participation Opportunity - development agreement application, 100 Russell Street
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The Town of Amherst will hold a Public Participation Opportunity on Tuesday, March 25, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in Town Hall Council Chambers, 98 East Victoria Street, Amherst, NS regarding an application for a Development Agreement on the property located at 100 Russell Street (PID 25031139) to permit the construction of 6, 42-unit apartment buildings, 38 Stacked Townhouses, and 14 Stacked Bungalows.
The purpose of the meeting is to provide an overview of the proposal followed by an opportunity for questions and comments. At a later date, a summary of the meeting will be provided to the Planning Advisory Committee who will consider a recommendation to Amherst Town Council.
Written submissions will be accepted in advance. These should be directed to Natalie LeBlanc, Municipal Clerk at 98 East Victoria Street, or by emailing
Emergency water main repair - Lamy and Durley Streets
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Please be advised that repair work is underway for a water break in the area of Lamy Street and Durley Street in Amherst. Water service will be affected for customers on and around these streets. Repairs will be completed as soon as possible.
New security measures in place at Amherst Stadium for Ramblers playoff games
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The Town of Amherst is thrilled that our Amherst Jr. A Ramblers will be proceeding to the divisional semi-finals for the Maritime Junior Hockey League. Many others are just as excited, so new security measures have been implemented to ensure a positive experience for all attending hockey games at the Amherst Stadium.
With game one of the semi-finals set for this Saturday, March 15, starting at 7 p.m. in Amherst, we want everyone to be familiar with these regulations as they prepare to attend live games:
- Doors open one hour before game time;
- No backpacks allowed in the facility;
- Smaller bags may be checked at the door;
- No external beverage cups allowed in the facility (Yetis, Stanleys, etc.);
- The north side stairwell will only be accessible in case of emergency (Stairwell beside the opposing team’s dressing room);
- Foul language will not be tolerated, subject to ejection from the facility.
Parks Attendant - Recreation Facilities
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STATUS: Full-Time Seasonal
SUMMARY OF RESPONSBILITIES:
Under the direction of the Parks & Recreation Foreman, the Parks Attendant (seasonal) is responsible for general maintenance of Town parks, green spaces, floral displays and other duties at assigned facilities which may include, but are not limited to:
- Conducting maintenance of grounds, buildings and equipment and use of machinery, tools and equipment;
- Performing a variety of cleaning, janitorial, painting, grass-cutting & raking, weeding, pruning, planting and litter pick-up and disposal activities;
- Performing routine checks, servicing, cleaning and basic maintenance of equipment being used;
- Developing and practicing safe work habits by wearing appropriate personal protection equipment and adhering to all safety procedures;
- Additional duties may be required, as assigned by the supervisor.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- High school diploma or combination of education and equivalent experience in Parks maintenance/operations;
- Valid Class 5 Drivers Licence;
- Knowledge and experience of the materials, practices and equipment used in parks operations;
- Ability to read and follow directions and safety manuals as well as the ability to understand and apply oral instruction;
- Ability to work in a results-orientated, customer focused, team environment;
- Physical and mental ability to perform minor maintenance duties.
- Driver’s abstract and criminal record check, at the sole discretion of the CAO.
TRAINING:
Depending on operational and safety requirements, training may include but is not limited to the following: First Aid, WHIMIS, CPR or any other safety courses as deemed necessary.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
The Parks Attendant works both indoors and outdoors in all weather and working conditions. The Parks Attendant may use chemicals, paints and other such hazardous materials. The Parks Attendant must be able to stand, walk, sit, kneel, lift heavy objects and operate equipment such as mowers, weed trimmers, hand tools etc. This is a seasonal position that is recalled annually for the period of approximately April/May to October/November each year.
SALARY: Per the current Collective Agreement: $28.09/hour (until March 31), then $28.93/hour effective April 1, 2025.
Street Closure - March 14, 2025
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Victoria Street will be closed to all traffic between Church Street and Havelock Street on Friday, March 14, 2025. This one-block closure will be in effect from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and is necessary for construction.
Questions can be directed to Amherst Town Hall – 902-667-3352 or
Thank You
World Kidney Day - March 13, 2025
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Today is World Kidney Day, and this morning we gathered to read our official proclamation. Mayor Rob Small did the honours, and he then welcomed Sharon Gould to speak on behalf of the many people in our area who are affected by kidney disease.
Members of Council and special guests took a moment to celebrate this significant day by posing for a photo with the Kidney Foundation flag, before it was raised by Mrs. Gould.
Thank you to all for coming to this morning's event. For more information, please visit the Kidney Foundation of Canada website: https://kidney.ca/
