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Indian Falls Stair Replacement Project
This summer, MODL will be replacing the wooden stairway at Indian Falls. Unfortunately, we do expect unavoidable disruption to park users.
The current wooden stairway has been in place for many years and is heavily used by park users wishing to gain access to the rocky beach. Although the stairway has been regularly maintained, it is a wooden structure and has now reached the end of its life. The stairway is currently closed.
In the 2024-2025 capital budget, funds have been allocated for the design, construction, and installation of a new set of steel stairs. This will address the safety concerns and enable the public to safely access the riverfront. Using steel will aid in the maintenance and longevity of the stairs.
We will be removing the stairs soon and there will be periods of time this summer when the park trails may be closed to facilitate construction. We expect to provide dates shortly for the stair removal and foundation construction. Dates for the stair installation will be provided at a future time.
Park users can expect interruptions throughout the season. We will work with the successful bidder on this project to minimize interruptions and provide public notice as far in advance as possible through our MODL and Recreation Facebook pages.
Calling all Dares Lake property owners
Are you a Dares Lake property owner? Join the Source Water Protection Advisory Committee!
The Town of Lunenburg invites property owners in the Dares Lake area to help safeguard our community's water supply by joining the Source Water Protection Advisory Committee (SWPAC).
They Need Your:
- Engagement: Attend meetings and contribute to watershed management discussions.
- Insight: Share your experiences and knowledge as a Dares Lake property owner.
- Collaboration: Work with a diverse group to develop sustainable water protection strategies.
- Advocacy: Promote responsible land use and water protection in our community.
Your Role:
- Influence watershed protection policies and practices.
- Advise on land use and water management to ensure water safety.
- Help educate the community about protecting our water resources.
Committee appointments are for four-year terms. More information is available here: https://townoflunenburg.ca/committees/1618-source-water-protection-advisory-committee-terms-of-reference/file.html
Interested? Email This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. detailing why you think you would be a good fit for this committee. Please also list any potential conflicts of interest you think you might have.
Public Meeting Notice - Special Council Meeting - April 9, 2024
A Special Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 9, 2024 at 6:30 p.m.
This meeting will be to approve the 2024-2025 municipal budget.
Historic Investment in Municipalities
All 49 municipalities across the province will see the benefits of a new service exchange agreement signed March 28, 2024. To view the news release from the province, please visit https://news.novascotia.ca/en/2024/03/28/historic-investment-municipalities.
Public Notice - Special Council meeting - April 2, 2024
A Special Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, April 2, 2024 in place of the regularly scheduled Finance Committee meeting.
This meeting will be to review the proposed 2024-2025 Municipal budget.
Click pdf Public Notice(90 KB) to view the notice in its entirety.
Planning Advisory Committee Meeting - February 22
PLANNING ADVISORY COMMITTEE
Public Meeting Notice: Thursday, February 22, 2024, at 7:00 p.m.
A meeting of the Municipality’s Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) is scheduled for Thursday, February 22, 2024, starting at 7:00 p.m. at 10 Allee Champlain Drive, Cookville, Nova Scotia. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the following matters:
(1) Substantial Alteration to a Municipal Heritage Property - New Elm Union Church - to add a wheelchair ramp.
(2) Accessibility Amendments to Policy 027- Heritage Property Policy
(3) Any other planning matters.
All PAC meetings are open to the public and the public are encouraged to attend. For further information, please contact Jeff Merrill, Director of Planning & Development Services at 902-541-1340.
Heritage Day Closure: Monday, February 19
Please note: The Municipal Services Building will be closed on Monday, February 19 for Heritage Day.
Pan African Flag Raising
Members of the public are invited to join Council and staff at the raising of the Pan-African flag at our Municipal building on Thursday, February 1 at noon in celebration of African Heritage Month.
Jan 29 - Office Closure
Due to road conditions, the Municipal Services Building will be closed today. Staff will be working remotely. To reach a staff member, please call our reception line at (902) 543-8181 or visit https://www.modl.ca/contact.html
NOTICE TO RESIDENTS - Holiday Hours & Meeting Cancellations
Meeting Cancellations & Holiday Closures
The Policy & Strategy Committee meeting of December 19, 2023 and the Finance Committee meeting of January 2, 2024 are cancelled.
The Municipal Services Building office hours are as follows:
December 20 - Close at 3:00 p.m.
December 21 - Open 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
December 22 to January 1 - Closed for the Holidays
January 2 - Regular office hours resume
Click pdf Public Notice(426 KB) to view the notice in its entirety.
Waste Collection Day Change: Several Roads Maitland & Sweetland Area
Waste Collection Day Change: Several Roads Maitland & Sweetland Area
Waste collection day for several roads in the Sweetland and Maitland areas will change from bi-weekly Thursday to bi-weekly Wednesday pick ups. The new collection day is identified as Wednesday non-shaded in the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg’s Solid Waste Collection Calendar.
Collection day is being switched to make waste collection more efficient in the area. The first day of Wednesday non-shaded collection will be October 4, 2023 and will continue every two weeks. The change to Wednesday pick up will be permanent. Roads affected include:
Sweetland Road
Aulenback Point Road
Station Road
Joudrey Lane
Moyle Mader Road
Corduroy Road
Sand Shore Lane
Back Street #2
Slauenwhite Beach Road
October 4 will be curbside electronics collection day for these roads.
Questions? Call (902) 543-2991.
Audit Committee Meeting - September 26, 2023
Please be advised that the Municipality of the District of Lunenburg will be holding an Audit Committee meeting on September 26, 2023 at 8:30 a.m. in the Council Chambers at 10 Allee Champlain Drive, Cookville. This meeting is to review Treasurer's Financial Statement Report and the draft Audited Financial Statements to Year end March 31, 2023, and further, to make recommendation to Council.
Below is a link to the Audit Committee Agenda.