October 12 2021 Regular Council Meeting Agenda

Welcoming Community Initiative Project Coordinator    

PDF can be found here:  Welcoming Community Project Coordinator Job Posting

The Town of Carbonear is currently accepting applications for a full-time, temporary, Coordinator to support our Welcoming Community Initiatives.

Work Hours: Full-time, 35 hours/week x 20 weeks

Hourly Rate of Pay: $16.50/hr

Position Summary:
The Welcoming Communities Initiative is a municipal driven project to address integration and retention needs in the town of Carbonear and area.  The coordinator supports the development of this project by engaging stakeholders, developing identified community initiatives, and building on diversity/inclusion training.  Members and stakeholders include, but are not limited to, schools, levels of government, professional associations, faith-based organizations, ethno-cultural organizations, and the community and social services sector.

Key duties and responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Plan and implement identified projects including Buddy Program, Conversation Café, and others
• Research and identify best practices and project plans that will enhance newcomers cultural and community integration and support the Welcoming Community Initiative
• Identify, consult and collaborate with partner organizations and working groups
• Recruit and train volunteers to assist with the project, where needed
• Conduct evaluations and collect stories that measure and attest to the project impact in the community.

Qualifications:

–   Minimum two years of post-secondary training in community development or a related field, or equivalent experience
–   Demonstrated understanding and experience with community development processes and tools
–   Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle
–   Satisfactory vulnerable sector criminal record check

Application must be submitted by close of business 4:30 p.m. on Friday, October 29, 2021

Please submit your cover letter and resume via email or in person to the Town of Carbonear:

Welcoming Community Initiative Project Coordinator
Town of Carbonear
PO Box 999, 256 Water Street
Carbonear, NL  A1Y-1C5
(Telephone) 596-3831   (Fax) 596-5021
Email: [email protected]
www.carbonear.ca

Thank you for your interest. Please note we do not accept phone calls and only those candidates that are chosen to move on in the hiring process will be contacted.

Town of Carbonear 2021 Fall Newsletter

The Town office will be closed Monday, October 11, 2021 in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday.

The Town office will resume regular hours on Tuesday, October 12, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.

The Official results for the 2021 Town of Carbonear Municipal Election are as follows: (both pdf and image)

Town of Carbonear Election Results by Zone 2021

Town of Carbonear Election Results 2021

Don’t forget!

Advance Poll is tomorrow, Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. at the Conception Bay Regional Community Centre

Carbonear, NL, September 23, 2021 –   On September 21, the Town of Carbonear council confirmed it will observe the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, 2021 to honor First Nations, Innuit and Metis survivors and their families and communities.  The Government of Canada passed legislation marking September 30 as a day to recognize and commemorate the history and legacy of residential schools as part of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s’ Call to Action.

“In the spirit of reconciliation and hope, the Town of Carbonear council encourage all residents to recognize residential school survivors and their families on September 30, 2021.  I encourage all residents to show their support and learn more about the legacy of residential schools and wear orange in honour of #Everychildmatters on September 30, 2021”, says Mayor Frank Butt.

In recognition of the day the Town office and Operations and Public Works department will be closed.  The Carbonear Pool and Recreation   facility and programs will remain open.  Garbage collection will continue as scheduled.

Water service will be returned at 6 p.m. this evening.  See below for water shut off notice for Friday, September 24, 2021.

WATER SHUT OFF:
Highroad South construction crew will require an extended planned water shut off.  The water shut off will start again at 9 a.m. Friday, September 24, 2021

This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)

The shut off is expected to end by approximately 1:00 p.m.  

Don’t Forget!

WATER SHUT OFF:
Highroad South construction crew will require an extended planned water shut off.  The water shut off will start again at 9 a.m. Wednedsay, September 22, 2021

This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)

The shut off is expected to end by approximately 6:00 p.m.  

Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Tuesday, September 21, 2021 Agenda

Agenda can be found here: Town of Carbonear Regular Council Meeting Agenda September 21 2021

NOTICE: EXTENDED PLANNED WATER SHUT OFF

Highroad South construction crew will require an extended planned water shut off.

Water services should be returned to the area affected today by 6:30 p.m.

The extended planned water shut off will begin again starting at 9 a.m. tomorrow, Tuesday, September 20, 2021.

This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)

The shut off for Tuesday, September 21, 2021 is expected to end by approximately 6:00 p.m.

Highroad South construction crew will require a planned water shut off starting at 9 a.m. Monday, September 20, 2021

This shut off will affect households south of Janes Ave. Area including Saddle Hill, O’Driscoll’s Lane, & South Side Lower (East of O’Driscoll’s Lane)

The shut off is expected to end by approximately 6:00 p.m.  

Eastern Health’s Pastoral Care, Ethics & Bereavement Services Department invites people grieving the loss of a loved one to join an online 8-week “Living with Grief Support Program.”

This information & support group is available in two timeslots.

The first timeslot meets by Zoom on Tuesday nights beginning October 5, 2021 from 7:00 – 9:00 p.m. To register and receive the Zoom link for this group, please contact Jenna King-Poirier at 777-5908, or email us at [email protected].

The second timeslot meets by Zoom on Thursday afternoons beginning October 7, 2021 from 1:30 – 3:30 p.m. To register and receive the Zoom link for this group, please contact Scott Parsons at 777-7611 or email us at [email protected].

Grief Support Group Poster

PDF can be found here:  4 Bunker Hill_ Home based buusiness

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discretionary Use                                                                      

The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate a contracting business from 4 Bunker Hill. A home office will be located at 4 Bunker Hill only and the business operation take place at no specific address. 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,  September 30, 2021.

 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]

PDF can be found here: 147 Valley Road

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discretionary Development Proposal                                                                      

The Town is in receipt of an application to place a portable shelter on the property at 147 Valley Road. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 178m². The maximum floor area is 81m² for a single storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m² and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. 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 no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2021.

 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]

Pdf can be found here: 50 Pike’s Lane

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discretionary Development Proposal                                                                   

The Town is in receipt of an application to construct a shed on the property at 50 Pike’s Lane.  This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 72m². The maximum floor area is 50m² for a two storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m² and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. 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 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 30, 2021.

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]

PDF can be found here: Variance – Accessory Building Height 50 Pike’s Lane

Development Application Variance Request

50 Pike’s Lane

9/15/2021

A request has been submitted requesting permission to vary the maximum height for a two-storey accessory building from 6.1 m to 6.4 m.  The Town can consider a variance that does not exceed 10% of the standards in the Development Regulations.

If you have objections or representations concerning building height, 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 September 30, 2021 at 2 pm.

Information regarding the proposed variance request can be made to the Town Office at 709-596-3831 or by emailing [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.

Welcome back students, teachers and staff!

The Town office will be closed on Monday, September 6, 2021.  The Town office will resume regular hours on Tuesday, September 7, 2021 at 8:30 a.m.

September 20, 2021: Carbonear (east of, & including, Bemisters Hill)

October 4, 2021: Carbonear (west of Bemisters Hill to Pondside Road & sideroads off Pondside Road)

October 18, 2021: Carbonear (south of, & including, Forest Road, London Road)

Please see Fall Programming Sept 2021 Final

PUBLIC NOTICE  Discretionary Use

            PDF can be found here: Discretionary Notice_66 Columbus Drive                                                            

The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate an office from 66 Columbus Drive. This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Commercial Highway Zone.

Anyone with objections or representations must submit them in writing, including your name and address, no later than 2:00 pm on Thursday, September 9, 2021 to:

Ms. Cynthia Davis

Chief Administrative Officer

Town of Carbonear

1. O. Box 999

Carbonear, NL      A1Y 1C5

Tel:  596-3831       Fax: 596-5021

E-mail: [email protected]

Notice of Candidates

Stop by 163 Water Street over the next few days to see the artist exhibit “Remembrance” by Jackie Alcock.

Tournament schedule can be found here: Tournament Schedule August 28 29

WATER SHUT OFF:
Highroad South construction crew will require a planned water shut off starting at 9 a.m. tomorrow Friday, August 27, 2021

This shut off will affect households south of Janes Avenue.

The shut off is expected to end at noon. (If no other unforeseen issues).  

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discretionary Use  (PDF can be found here: 125 Columbus Drive Discretionary Use

The Town of Carbonear is in receipt of an application to operate a Massage Therapy Clinic (Rehabilitative Centre/Health Spa/Fitness Gym) from 125 Columbus Drive . This application is being considered as a discretionary use in a Commercial Highway zone.

Anyone with objections or representations must submit them in writing, including your name and address, no later than 2:00 pm on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 to:

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 Department of Operations and Public Works

NOTICE OF ROAD CLOSURE:
Friday, August 20, 2021
Construction work will take place on Industrial Crescent (at the intersection with Goff Avenue)
Residents accessing Industrial Crescent will need to use Powell Drive.
Please exercise caution in the area.

Nominations of candidates for election to the council for the municipality of Carbonear will be received between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. on September 2, 2021 at the Carbonear Council Office, Council Chambers.

Nominations shall be in writing and state the name and civic address of the candidate and shall be signed by the Proposer and Seconder both of whom shall be present together with the candidate who shall sign also signifying the candidate’s acceptance.  In the event that a candidate cannot be present for a candidate’s nomination, the candidate’s proposer and seconder can complete the required form.

If the nomination is for a candidate running as a mayor in a separate election that position should be noted on the nomination form.

Every candidate shall at the time of the candidate’s nomination, deposit with the Returning Officer, the non-refundable sum of ten dollars ($10.00) for towns.

The qualifications of a candidate for election to council are as follows:

1. Canadian citizen who is 18 years of age or older;
2. Ordinarily resident in the municipality or area for at least 30 days prior to the date set for the commencement of the nomination period;
3. Not in arrears of taxes or other charges payable to the municipality; and
4. Not otherwise disqualified under the Municipal Elections Act

Public Notice Nomination of Candidates

Update on Valleyview Heights and expanded area:

1. Agenda August 10, 2021

Please find the information on the Public Auction (Tax Sale) in the document below:    Notice of Sale by Public Auction 2nd Auction August 11 2021

Please find the updated schedule of events here:

Carbonear Days Weekend Flyer July 30 2021

Traffic thoroughfare will be limited on Valley Road and Pike’s Lane on Monday, August 2, 2021.

Please exercise care when in this area, and follow the traffic directional signage in place

The 13th Annual World Cup of Tiddly Rules and Registration Form can be found here:

Carbonear World Cup of Tiddly 2021 Registration Form Team

CARBONEAR WORLD CUP OF TIDDLY RULES-2021

Information on Tiddly as well as the Rules and Registration Form can also be found here:   https://carbonear.ca/things-to-do/festivals-events/

Discretionary Notice 33 Janes Avenue

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discretionary Development Proposal                                                             

The Town is in receipt of an application to construct an extension to the shed at 33 Janes Avenue. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 99m². The maximum floor area is 81m² for a single storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m² and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. 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 no later than 2:00pm on Thursday, July 22, 2021.

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]

Discretionary Notice 25 Gladstone Road

PUBLIC NOTICE

Discretionary Development Proposal                                                        

The Town is in receipt of an application to construct a chicken coop at 25 Gladstone Road. This will result in a total floor area of all accessory buildings on the lot measuring 72m². The maximum floor area is 50m² for a two storey accessory building. Council has the discretion to approve a total floor area of greater than the maximum provided the lot size is greater than 1400m² and the total lot coverage does not exceed 7% of the lot size. 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 no later than 2:00pm on Thursday, July 22, 2021.

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]

Construction work will begin on Monday, July 19, 2021 in the following areas:

Marshall Drive
Valley Road
Highroad South

Please exercise caution in these areas

The Town of Carbonear Regular (Virtual) Council Meeting Agenda can be found here:

Agenda July 14

PDF can be found here:

Report After Public Tender Call

Document can be found here:  RATC 20210002 Demolition of Old Town Hall

Notice of Sale by Public Auction (Tax Sale) document can be found here :

NOTICE OF SALE BY PUBLIC AUCTION

Towns of Victoria, Carbonear, Salmon Cove & Brigus Street Upgrading & Paving

See PDF here: Tender Ad Street Upgrading and Paving

Please note:

Contractors will have a detour in place on Powell Drive tomorrow and Friday as they prepare the road for paving.  The detour will take traffic off Powell Drive via Industrial Crescent to Goff Avenue.

Expect increased traffic along the detour route tomorrow and Friday.

If there are any changes or updates, we will send them along.

Summer student positions available!

We have summer student positions available working in the following categories:
Summer recreation program counsellors, Softball instructors, and
a Young Canada Works position (Oral History/Story Collection Assistant).
(Pending Official Funding Approval)

To apply, please send along your resume and cover letter.

Drop off to the Town Office (256 Water Street) Monday- Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Email: [email protected]

Or by mail:
Summer Student Positions
Town of Carbonear
P.O Box 999
Carbonear, NL A1Y 1C5

Job Ad for Paddy’s Garden Renovation, Princess Sheila Community Building Renovation and Green Space Project
(COVID-19 Stimulus Program Project)

The Town of Carbonear is seeking a Foreperson, one Carpenter and two Labourers for the renovation of the Paddy’s Garden stage, building, and completion of renovations to the Princess Sheila NaGeira Community Building on Water Street.  Additionally, tasks to be completed to improve green spaces in the Town.

All Participants will be required to wear steel-nosed safety footwear on site and these must be provided by the participants.

This project is a short term, season project funding through the COVID-19 Stimulus Program under the Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador.  These positions ARE insurable hours.

Application must be submitted by close of business 4:30 p.m. on Friday, June 25, 2021

Please submit your resume via email or in person to the Town of Carbonear:

Paddy’s Garden Renovation, Princess Sheila Community Building Renovation and Green Space Project
Town of Carbonear
PO Box 999,  256 Water Street
Carbonear, NL  A1Y-1C5
(Telephone) 596-3831   (Fax) 596-5021
Email: [email protected]
www.carbonear.ca

Stimulus Project Job Posting     

Here are the results of the ATV Pilot Initiative Community Feedback Survey

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In this episode, the group discusses the game of tiddly, how it is played and the World Cup of Tiddly.
They also discuss the Jubilee Arena, an indoor skating rink that was in Carbonear until 1957.

The Bed Night Lunch Podcast: Episode 19