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Community Budget Survey 2025

Why Your Input Matters: Complete the 2025 Town of Berwick Budget Survey

As a resident of the Town of Berwick, your voice matters more than you might realize. Every year, the Town of Berwick conducts a Budget Survey to gather valuable feedback from our community members, helping shape the financial decisions that impact our everyday lives. Your participation in the 2025 Budget Survey is crucial in guiding where your tax dollars are spent and ensuring that our town continues to grow and thrive.

Why Should You Participate?

  1. Your Voice Shapes the Community
    The budget is more than just numbers—it's a reflection of our town’s priorities and values. Completing the Budget Survey allows you to voice your opinions on essential services such as public safety, road maintenance, recreational facilities, community events, and more. Whether you want to see more funding for parks, improved infrastructure, or enhanced public safety measures, your input directly influences the decisions made by our town leaders.

  2. Transparency and Accountability
    The Budget Survey is a key tool for promoting transparency and accountability within the Town of Berwick’s governance. By sharing your perspective, you help ensure that public funds are allocated efficiently and in line with community needs. It’s your opportunity to hold us accountable and keep the decision-making process transparent.

  3. Influence Future Projects and Initiatives
    Do you have ideas for new community projects or suggestions for improvements? This is your chance to make them heard. Whether it’s enhanced community events, improved public transportation, or investments in green initiatives, your feedback helps us identify and prioritize projects that benefit our community.

  4. Community Growth and Sustainability
    Your participation supports responsible growth and sustainability. By sharing your priorities, you help guide investment in infrastructure, economic development, and environmental initiatives that ensure Berwick remains a vibrant and thriving community for generations to come.

How to Complete the Survey

Completing the 2025 Budget Survey is quick and easy! Simply visit https://form.jotform.com/250545225668057 to provide your feedback. Your responses are completely confidential, and every opinion counts.

Deadline for Participation

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to have your say! The deadline to complete the survey is March 10th.

Make a Difference Today

Your input is invaluable in helping us make informed decisions that impact our community. By taking just a few minutes to complete the Budget Survey, you are helping shape the future of the Town of Berwick. Your feedback ensures that our budget reflects the needs and priorities of the people who live, work, and play in our wonderful town.

Let’s build a better Berwick together—one voice at a time. Complete the 2025 Budget Survey today!

Public Information Session - 2025/26 Municipal Budget

Join Us for a Public Information Session on the Municipal Budget!

Curious about where your tax dollars go? Want to learn how the municipal budget impacts your community? We invite you to attend an upcoming Public Information Session on the 2025-26 Municipal Budget!

Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025
Time: 6:30 pm
Location: Berwick & District Lions Community Centre, 250 Veterans Drive

This is your chance to:

  • Get the facts: Understand how the budget is allocated to essential services like public safety, roads, parks, and more.
  • Ask questions: Have your voice heard! Town Council and Staff will be on hand to answer all your budget-related questions.

Your participation is vital to ensuring transparency and that the needs of our community are met.  We look forward to seeing you there!

For more information, visit, www.berwick.ca/2025-26-budget.html

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UPDATED Light the Nights: February 9-16

Febuary 14, 2025

Here is the updated version of our Light the Nights brochure! 

*Please note that this schedule is subject to change.*

A big thank you to all the community organizations who’ve partnered with us to bring these events to life.

 

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LTN Brochure

Light the Nights: February 9-16

Get ready to brighten up the winter!
From February 9-16, Berwick is transforming into a hub of light, warmth, and community fun with the Light the Nights festival. This week-long celebration will feature something for everyone, including a week-long home decorating contest, guided walks, a scavenger hunt, family-friendly activities, a traditional coffee house, a free skate, specials at some of our favourite local restaurants and much more!

Whether you’re lacing up your skates, exploring the town on a guided walk, or enjoying a cozy afternoon of music and treats, there’s no shortage of ways to join in the fun. 

Stay tuned for more details and a full schedule of events. Let’s make this February one to remember!

Public Hearing - Thursday, February 13, 2025

PUBLIC HEARING

UPDATE:
Due to the impending weather this evening, we are offering residents the option to join the public hearing virtually. To request a link, please email BEFORE 4:30 p.m. The Town Hall will be open for those who wish to attend in person.
 

The Town of Berwick will be a Public Hearing on Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 6:30 pm in Council Chambers at Berwick Town Hall, 236 Commercial Street on the following development agreement application:

View the staff report here:  pdf 2025-02-13 PH Information Documents (2.90 MB)

If you cannot attend but would like to make a written submission, please email  or drop it off at Town Hall before 4:00 pm on the day of the Public Hearing. 

Any comments or questions can be directed to planning@berwick.ca or 902-698-7526. 

Thank you.