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Town of Carbonear Volunteer Appreciation Reception 2024
Happy 9th Anniversary The Painted Mango!
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting will take place Wednesday, April 24, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The Town of Carbonear Council Meeting will take place today, Wednesday, April 23, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will be live streamed on the Town of Carbonear YouTube Channel or space is available in the Council Chambers
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCajwqy0ANGcBDSYaFsxBUow
The Town Office will be closed on Monday, April 22, 2024 in observance of St. George’s Day.
Please Note:
The Town Office will be closed on Monday, April 22, 2024 in observance of St. George’s Day.
The Town office will reopen at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, April 23, 2024.
Town of Carbonear Volunteer Appreciation Reception tonight, Wednesday, April 17th at 6:30 p.m.
National Volunteer Week is April 14th to the 20th.
The theme for National Volunteer Week 2024 is “Every Moment Matters”. The theme highlights the importance of every volunteer and each contribution they make at a moment when we need support more than ever.
On Wednesday, April 17, 2024 we will host a Volunteer Appreciation Reception to recognize and celebrate every volunteer and each contribution they’re making to strengthen inclusivity and wellbeing in our Town!
Please note that seasonal street sweeping begins today, Monday, April 15th
NOTICE: Water main repair and traffic advisory
NOTICE: Flags are at half-mast in memory of Edison (Ted) Oates
The flags in front of the Conception Bay Regional Community Centre have been lowered to half mast to mark the passing of our retired Public Works Department employee, Edison (Ted) Oates.
We offer our sincere condolences to his family and friends.
Football/Soccer Field closed for maintenance and overseeding
Football/Soccer Field Closed for maintenance and overseeding.
Re-open May 27, 2024
We kindly ask that you refrain from using the field at this time.
The Municipal Assessment Agency Inc has a new animated video “Understanding Property Assessments & Property Taxes in NL & Lab.”
Revised 2024 Collection Calendar for Carbonear now available from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB)
A revised 2024 Collection Calendar for Carbonear and area, including Victoria comes into effect May 13. The new schedule is being mailed to customers and is available on our website at the following link:https://easternregionalserviceboard.com/uploads/CARBONEAR-AND-AREA-2024-Revised-5-Apr-2024.pdf
April 15th proclaimed National American Sign Language Day
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda can be found here:
Town of Carbonear Council Meeting will take place today, Tuesday, April 09, 2024 at 5:30 p.m
We are hiring! Summer student positions in Recreation and Tourism Departments (pending funding approval)
For Tourism/Event Ambassador positions:
Recreation Department summer positions:
We are hiring! Trails and Community Garden Ambassador
WE ARE HIRING!
Summer Student Employment Opportunity
Trails and Community Garden Ambassador
35hr/week for 10 weeks
Job description:
The successful candidate will be responsible for communicating & engaging with Nell’s Trail & Davis Earle Trail visitors regarding the natural area trails. Additionally, with the Community Garden participants regarding & the Town composting project.
Assist with the maintenance of visitor access points of the trail network, including identifying locations for information signage & storyboards.
Plan, promote & host education sessions covering gardening & composting topics
Candidates must be:
(i) between the ages of 15 and 30 (inclusive)
(ii) a Canadian citizen, permanent resident or protected person as
defined by immigration and Refugee Protection Act
(iii) legally entitled to work in Canada
Submit resume & cover letter outlining relevant skills & experience to:
Email: [email protected]
OR
drop off resume between 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Monday to Friday,
Town Council Office, 256 Water Street, Carbonear
Position provided through funding approved
from the CPRA 2024 Green Jobs Initiative.
NOTICE: WATER MAIN REPAIR AND TRAFFIC ADVISORY – GLADSTONE ROAD
Town crew are currently repairing a water main leak on Gladstone Road.
Gladstone Road will be closed to thru traffic.
Residents in the area may experience water service interruptions while the repair work is being completed.
Please reduce speed in the area and obey flagspersons on site.
Town of Carbonear Volunteer Appreciation Reception Wednesday, April 17, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Notice from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) regarding Waste Collection Containers
PUBLIC NOTICE Discretionary Use 1 Lemarchant Street
PUBLIC NOTICE
Discretionary Use
The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate a Hair Salon, from 1 Lemarchant Street. This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Residential Medium Density Zone. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town of Carbonear no later than
2pm, Thursday, April 18, 2024.
PDF can be found here: 1 Lemarchant Street
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
Town of Carbonear Special Council Meeting Agenda for Wednesday, April 03, 2024 can be found here:
Town of Carbonear Recreation Master Plan (2023-2033)
The Town of Carbonear Recreation Master Plan (2023-2033)
“The Carbonear Town Council endeavors to provide residents with the best recreation services possible. It has undertaken this Recreation Master Plan to allow it to strategically manage the direction of all parks and recreation services for the next 10 years, 2023-20433. The Master Plan provides a clear action plan to guide and direct the Municipality in the development and operation of future recreation facilities and opportunities.”
The Recreation Master Plan 2023 document can be found here: TRACT – TOC Recreation Master Plan
NOTICE: Town of Carbonear Special Council Meeting
Development Application Variance Request 67-73 Earle’s Lane
Development Application Variance Request
67-73 Earle’s Lane
March 27, 2024
A request has been submitted requesting permission to vary the minimum rear yard requirements from 9 m to 8.40 m. The Town can consider a variance that does not exceed 10% of the standards in the Development Regulations.
Information regarding the proposed variance request can be made to the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
If you have objections or representations concerning variance advertisement, they must be received in writing in the form of a signed statement, including your name and street address to the Town Office at P.O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5 or by email to [email protected] no later than April 11, 2024 @ 2 pm. If you have any questions, please contact the Town at 709-596-3831 or by email to [email protected].
In accordance with the Town’s policy, neighbouring properties are notified in writing by the Town of requests for variances to the development regulations.
PDF can be found here:67-73 Earles Lane
NOTICE: Discretionary Notice 33 Crowdy Street
Discretionary Use 33 Crowdy Street
3/27/2024
A development application has been received to construct a 4 Unit Housing Complex at 33 Crowdy Street. This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Residential Medium Density Zone.
For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected].
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town of Carbonear no later than 2pm, Thursday, April 18, 2024
PDF can be found here: Discretionary Notice 33 Crowdy Street
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear
P. O. Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: 596-3831 Fax: 596-5021 E-mail: [email protected]
2024 marks the 75th year of the province’s Confederation with Canada.
2024 marks the 75th year of the province’s Confederation with Canada. Newfoundland and Labrador’s entered into Canada on April 1, 1949.
The Town of Carbonear will keep our 75 at the Pergola Park on display for the year of 2024 to commemorate this celebration!
Public Notice: Discretionary Use 11 Quarter’s Lane
The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate a child care business from 11 Quarter’s Lane. This application is being considered as a Discretionary Use in Residential Medium Density Zone. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected]
Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town of Carbonear no later than 2 p.m., Thursday, April 4, 2024 to
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear
P.O Box 999, Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5
Tel: (709) 596-3831 Fax: (709) 596-5021
or Email: [email protected]
World Down Syndrome Day! Rock your socks!
Eastern Regional Service Board Notice regarding interim waste collection schedule
NOTICE from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) regarding interim waste collection schedule.
Please find below an interim schedule for garbage and recycling collection in Carbonear and Area— this interim schedule will be in effect April 2 – May 10, 2024.
A revised calendar for the remainder of 2024 will be announced by April 30 as part of a new collection contract for our area.
Until then, please note that the only change will see Thursday collection for west of Bemisters Hill to Pondside Road and sideroads off Pondside Road, move to Tuesdays.
A reminder to residents, please sign up for alerts from Eastern Regional Service Board on Voyent Alert! http://register.voyent-alert.com.
UPDATE WORK IS COMPLETE NOTICE: Water leak repair and Traffic Advisory
NOTICE: Water leak repair and Traffic Advisory
Town crew are currently repairing a water main leak on Adelaide Street (near Water Street).
Adelaide Street will be closed to traffic from Water Street to the intersection of St. Clare Avenue & Adelaide Street. Detours will be in place.
Residents in the area may experience water service interruptions while the repair work is being completed.
Please reduce speed in the area and obey flagspersons on site.
First public DRAFT of the new Municipal Plan and Development Regulations are now available online.
The consultant contracted with completing the new Municipal Plan and Development Regulations have released the first public DRAFT of the new Municipal Plan and Development Regulations.
“We are pleased to announce the release of the first public drafts of the new Municipal Plan and Development Regulations. Please take some time to review the documents, and join us for the public meeting on March 21st.”
Three documents are available at https://www.carbonearplan.ca/
1) DRAFT Municipal Plan
2) DRAFT Development Regulations
3) Summary of Changes – Existing Documents to 2024.03.15 Drafts
Join the project team on Thursday, March 21, at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers (256 Water Street) to learn more about the project, ask questions, and share your feedback. This meeting will also be live-streamed and shared on the Town of Carbonear YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/@TownCarbonear/streams) for those who are unable to join in person.
The Town of Carbonear Office is closed on Monday, March 18, 2024 and will re-open on Tuesday, March 19, 2024 at 8:30 a.m.
The Town of Carbonear Office will be closed on Monday, March 18, 2024 and will re-open for regular hours at 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, March 19, 2024
NOTICE: Water leak repair and traffic advisory
Town crew are currently repairing a water main leak on Patrick Street.
Patrick Street will be closed to traffic with a detour via Rocky Lane and St. Clare Avenue.
Residents in the area may experience water service interruptions while the repair work is being completed.
Please reduce speed in the area and obey flagspersons on site.
Save the Date: Carbonear Plan Review Public Meeting Thursday, March 21, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, March 12, 2024 Agenda
The agenda can be found here: Regular Agenda March 12
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting today, Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The Town of Carbonear Council Meeting will take place today, Tuesday, March 12, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will be live streamed on the Town of Carbonear YouTube Channel or space is available in the Council Chambers
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCajwqy0ANGcBDSYaFsxBUow
PUBLIC NOTICE: Discretionary Use at 35 Hoyles Road
Public Notice: Discretionary Use
The Town has received a request to approve a total floor area of an accessory building in a residential medium density zone from the maximum of 50 m² to 102.7 m² and to vary the height of the two storey accessory building from 6.1m to 6.7m at 35 Hoyles Road. Council has the discretion to approve a greater floor area where the lot coverage does not exceed 7% and the property has at least 1400 m² of land. For further information on the application, please contact the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [email protected]. Anyone with objections or representations must provide a signed written statement, including your name and street address to the Town of Carbonear no later than 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 21, by mail to:
Ms. Cynthia Davis, Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Carbonear
P.O Box 999, Carbonear NL, A1Y 1C5;
Tel: (709) 596-3831 Fax: (709) 596-5021
or Email: [email protected]
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda – February 27, 2024
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will be live streamed on the Town of Carbonear YouTube Channel or space is available in the Council Chambers
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCajwqy0ANGcBDSYaFsxBUow
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) regarding changes to recycling collection
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) regarding changes to recycling collection
Eastern Regional Service Board has notified the Town of Carbonear of an upcoming change in the recycling collection schedule for the Town. Effective the week starting Monday, March 4, 2024, the Recycling Collection schedule will change. On the previous schedule, the recycling collection was scheduled for March 6-8th. This collection will now take place March 13-15 and bi-weekly from thereon (as indicated in the graphic below).
An interim schedule has been included below as a graphic.
Residents will receive an updated schedule from Eastern Regional Service Board in the coming weeks. Once the new 2024 Collection Calendar is provided to the Town of Carbonear, we will also place it on our website, share it on our social media and have paper copies available at the front desk in the Town office (open Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m to 4:30 p.m. )
Starting today, Friday, February 16th, 2024 up to and including Wednesday, February 21, 2024 the Town office will be closed for lunch from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
Starting today, Friday, February 16th, 2024 up to and including Wednesday, February 21, 2024 the Town office will be closed for lunch from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m.
If you have a municipal emergency during this hour, you can call 709-596-3831 EXT 234
We apologize for any inconvenience.
UPDATE from Eastern Regional Service Board regarding waste collection scheduled for today, Thursday, February 15, 2024 – postponed
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board regarding waste collection scheduled for today, Thursday, February 15, 2024.
CARBONEAR AND AREA— Collection scheduled for today (Thur. Feb 15) in your area is postponed due to weather and road conditions.
CANCELLED: Winter Carnival Opening Ceremonies – today, February 15, 2024 are cancelled.
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, February 13, 2024
Public Advisory: Adverse Weather Conditions Anticipated
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, February 13, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will be live streamed on the Town of Carbonear YouTube Channel or space is available in the Council Chambers
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCajwqy0ANGcBDSYaFsxBUow
Environment Canada Weather Alerts: Storm Surge Warning and Winter Storm Warning
February 11 to 17th, 2024 is Teacher and Staff Appreciation Week!
CNIB is celebrating White Cane Week from February 5th to 11th
NOTICE: WATER LEAK REPAIR AND TRAFFIC ADVISORY
Town crew are currently repairing a water main leak on Water Street (intersection of Sutton’s Hill and Water Street)
Detour on Water Street will be in place at Coles Lane and Sutton’s Hill.
Residents in the area of Water Street from Burnt Head Road to Coles Lane may experience water service
interruptions while the repair work is being completed.
Please reduce speed in the area and obey flagspersons on site.
Valentine’s Dance for Grades 1-4 and Grades 5-8
Bronze Medallion course is starting soon. Registration online is open now!
Bronze Medallion course is starting soon. Register online now https://app.univerusrec.com/carbonearrecreationpub/index.asp
When seconds count, your hydrant matters! Help keep fire hydrants accessible this winter!
Notice from the Carbonear Public Library: Delayed opening today, Tuesday, January 30, 2024
Notice regarding ice rink at Carbonear Recreation Complex
Rinks will be Closed on Monday, January 29, 2024 & Tuesday, January 30, 2024 due to Weather and Maintenance.
Notice from Carbonear Pool and Recreation: Due to the weather and road conditions, the public swim tonight at 7 p.m. will be cancelled
Due to the weather and road conditions, the public swim tonight at 7:00pm will be cancelled
Winter Storm Warning issued by Environment Canada
Winter Carnival 2024 Schedule of Events
Waste collection info sheets: What goes in what bags?
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda Tuesday, January 23, 2024
The Regular Council Meeting Agenda can be found here:
Community Notice: Frozen Water Lines
The Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
The meeting will be live streamed on the Town of Carbonear YouTube Channel
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCajwqy0ANGcBDSYaFsxBUow
From our friends at CNA Carbonear campus: New partner SpacesShared for student housing
Hey CNA family and friends! We’ve got some fantastic news to share that’s going to make finding the perfect spot to call home a whole lot easier for our hardworking students!
Winter Carnival is coming….February 15 -24th, 2024
Have an event/activity you would like featured on the schedule of events for the 2024 Carbonear Winter Carnival? Send us a message or email the town at [email protected]
The Special Events Committee is currently working toward creating a schedule of events for the 2024 Winter Carnival so please stay tuned for more details!
Happy 4th Anniversary to Krysta Powell RMT
Krysta Powell RMT
27 Goff Ave, Carbonear, NL, Canada, Newfoundland and Labrador
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057236065310
NOTICE: Due to unforeseen circumstances, the Noon Swim (11:30-1:20p.m.) and Water Aerobics (1:30-2:15p.m.) will be cancelled today January 15, 2024
Carbonear Public Library Story Time Registration January 15 to 20
Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) is excited to announce that you can now get service updates by registering with them.
Christmas Tree Collection
Christmas Tree Collection
CHRISTMAS TREE COLLECTION
Friday, January 19, 2024
Residents are asked to please contact the Town office at 596-3831 and provide your name and civic address for collection.
Deadline: 4:00 p.m. Wednesday, January 17, 2024
Note:
- Trees are to be placed curbside by 8 a.m. Friday, January 19, 2024.
- Natural Christmas trees will be collected only. (Not artificial)
- All tinsel, decorations, wire, lights, and stands must be removed.
- Christmas trees set out in plastic bags will not be collected.
Carbonear Recreation Commission Annual Awards Nomination Form Deadline: Monday, January 29, 2024 at 4 p.m.
t’s that time of year again!!
Help Carbonear Celebrate all the great accomplishments of our athletes in 2023!!
Get those Nominations in today. Deadline for submissions: Monday, January 29, 2024 at 4 p.m.
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board
West portion of Pondside Road, Leslie Street, French’s Road, Whitely Drive, Carlsons Place, Dwyers Lane and Woodwynd Heights, that were not collected last week will be collected today, Wednesday, January 10, 2024.
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda- Tuesday, January 09, 2024
The Agenda can be found here:
Adult Lessons start this Sunday at the Carbonear Pool. Registration is now open!
Adult Lesson are starting this Sunday. Registration is opened now.
Register online at https://app.univerusrec.com/carbonearrecreationpub/index.asp
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board
Side roads off Pondside Road that were not collected last week will be collected today, January 9, 2024.
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting is today, Tuesday, January 9, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
Message from the Town of Carbonear regarding waste collection
Waste Collection Update from Eastern Regional Service Board
Eastern Health info on Living with Loss Support Group & Grief & Bereavement Sessions
Waste Collection Update from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB)
Waste Collection Update from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB)
Waste collection for Area 2 on Pondside and the roads off Pondside was not collected yesterday (Thursday, January 4, 2024). Contractor will complete that area and move on to Area 3 this morning (Friday, January 5, 2024).
UPDATE from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB)
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB)
Collections from Dec. 28 and Dec. 29 will take place on Jan. 4 and Jan. 5, respectively. Up to 12 bags will be collected from each property.
Carbonear Pool Schedule this week
Carbonear Pool and Recreation Swimming Lesson Registration starts on January 2nd!
The Telegram: Ukrainian family restores historic timepiece in Carbonear
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board regarding waste collection
Waste collection postponed on Wednesday, December 27th for Carbonear will be collected on Saturday, December. 30.
Garbage collection scheduled for tomorrow (Friday, Dec. 29) will be delayed. A new collection date will be announced.
This is for garbage only. Recycling collection will move to next week.
We have not been informed of new collection dates for collection regularly scheduled for December 28 and December 29 by Eastern Regional Service Board. Once we receive new collection dates we will inform you immediately.
Carbonear Community Blood Drive – today, Thursday, December 28, 2023 at the Knights of Columbus
Celebrate the holiday season by donating joy!
When you donate blood this holiday season, you will make all the difference for patients in Newfoundland & Labrador.
Carbonear Community Blood Drive
Knights of Columbus
18 Adelaide Street, Carbonear
Thursday, December 28
12:30 to 3 p.m. & 4:30 to 8 p.m.
CNA Carbonear Campus announce French Conversation Beginner Level 1 and Level 2 is coming to Carbonear campus!
Update from Eastern Regional Service Board (ERSB) regarding waste collection
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Town of Carbonear Mayor, Council and Staff
Town of Carbonear Newsletter December 2023
12 Days of Christmas Kindness: Day 9
DAY 9
These last few days before Christmas are often hectic and stressful as people prepare to celebrate the season with family and friends. A reminder that some may not be celebrating this season for a
variety of reasons.
In your travels today and during the season, be kind to everyone you meet.
Kindness is always appreciated and doesn’t cost a thing!
NOTICE: Town crew are repairing a water main leak on Connolly’s Hill.
Town crew are currently repairing a water main leak on Connolly’s Hill .
Residents in the area may experience water service interruptions while the repair work is being completed.
Local traffic only in area of work being completed.
Please reduce speed in the area and obey flagspersons on site.
NOTICE: Town crew are repairing a leak in the area of the intersection of Adelaide Street and Stentafords Lane
Town crew are repairing leak in the area of the intersection of Adelaide Street and Stentafords Lane. Water service interruptions are possible for residents in this area.
Local traffic only in area of work being completed.
Please reduce speed in the area and obey flagspersons on site.
12 Days of Christmas: Day 3
DAY 3
12 Days of Christmas Kindness: Day 2
Letting a person go ahead of you in line
Return a shopping cart for someone
Be patient and kind!
Town of Carbonear Aquatics Recreation Programmer position available Deadline 4 p.m. December 20, 2023
12 Days of Christmas Kindness: Day 1
Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting – Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Eastern Regional Service Board Facility Service Alert
FACILITY SERVICE ALERT— PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT—
HARBOUR GRACE waste recovery facility will be closed today (Tuesday, Dec. 12), due to vandalism. ERSB are working to return the facility to regular operating hours. Please check their website and social media for updates.
For info and alerts, visit www.easternregionalserviceboard.com and follow ERSB on Twitter @ERSBNL and Facebook.
▪ If you have questions or comments about any of the services ERSB provide, contact them at [email protected].