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Chalk Your Walk: June 27-30

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Published: Thursday, 20 June 2024 08:16
It's time for something new!
Join us in celebrating community with our "Chalk Your Walk" event from June 27-30. We invite residents to channel their inner artist (and child!) by decorating their driveways or sidewalks with sidewalk chalk. Whether it's funny messages, hopscotch, or community spirit, we want to see it all (G-rated, of course).
We'll be giving out random prizes, so send us your photos throughout the weekend!
Don't have a sidewalk or driveway? Join us on Friday, June 28th, at Rainforth Park from 1-3 PM for our family fun afternoon, or message us for suggestions of places to try!
While we try something new, we won't be judging red chairs this season, but we still love to see the community's welcoming spirit.

Splash Pad OPEN for the Season!

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Published: Monday, 10 June 2024 12:13

June 10, 2024:
After a "soft-launch" last week, we are pleased to share with residents that our Splash Pad is officially open for the season!

The Splash Pad turns on daily at 10 AM, and can be activated by pressing the sensor button in the middle of the splash pad area. The public washrooms are also open for the season!

Our Splash Pad can be found within Rainforth Park, located at 205 Cottage Street.

There is parking available adjacent to the tennis courts, as well as a larger parking lot near the basketball courts.

A reminder that our parks and greenspaces are smoke-free areas, and please no pets, food or drinks on the splash pad.
ENJOY, Berwick!

Day Camp Registration Information

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Published: Thursday, 16 May 2024 09:04
It's that time of year again!

Summer Day Camps are back and looking a bit different from years past. We will now have separate camps for 4*-7 year olds and 8-12 year olds. There will be 15 spots for each age group, per camp.

(Please note, 4 year olds must have completed one year in a routine based setting, such as pre-primary and turn 5 by December 31, 2024)

We will continue to offer the sliding pay scale where you choose between $100, $125 and $150 per week, per child.

You can find the scheduled themes on the poster below!

Registration will be opening on Friday, May 24th at 9am on Univerus Rec: https://app.univerusrec.com/berwickpub/index.asp

Stay tuned for some important updates regarding our online registration system early next week.

* Please note the week of July 15-19 for the 8-12 camp there will be a sleepover on the Thursday/Friday. Camp hours will be as followed for that week:
Monday-Wednesday: 8:30-4:30
Thursday & Friday: 5:00 pm Thurs - 10 am Friday


colorful playful kids camp summer flyer

2024-25 Budget Approved

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Published: Wednesday, 17 April 2024 10:20

The Town of Berwick approved the 2024-25 operating and capital budgets at a special Town Council meeting on April 15, 2024.

The balanced budget was approved with a two cent decrease to the residential and commercial tax rates. Council sought community feedback through public information sessions and budget survey. The Town of Berwick’s Council is committed to being fiscally responsible with your tax dollars, while also balancing the needs of the community and maintaining the municipal service levels the Town of Berwick is known for.

- The new residential tax rate will be $1.558 per $100 of assessment value
- The commercial tax rate will be $3.870 per $100 of assessment value

The highlights of the Town of Berwick’s 2024-25 budget include:
- Year 1 of significant upgrades to the Wastewater Treatment Plant
- A new building, with washrooms, at Centennial Park
- A new Office Administrative Coordinator position
- Collaborative projects with the Berwick Volunteer Fire Department, including a new water storage tank and completion of a Portable Pumper Truck

As discussed by Council and Town Staff during the budgetary process, the many factors that impacted the 2024 budget include the following:
- Increased property assessment values from PVSC
- Community feedback
- Rising costs, and the impacts of inflation at all service levels

For more information, and to view the full approved 2024-25 municipal budget, visit berwick.ca/2024-25budget.html

Committees

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Published: Monday, 08 April 2024 11:09

The Town of Berwick is seeking enthusiastic citizens willing to volunteer their time to serve on a Committee of Council. When you volunteer on a Committee, you learn more about your community, have a voice on issues that matter, and make a difference in your Town. 

April 2024:
The following committees have vacancies and are actively recruiting new members!

Accessibility Advisory Committee (2 vacancies)
Audit Committee (1 vacancy)
Planning Advisory Committee (1 vacancy)

Learn More:

Accessibility Advisory Committee:
The role of the Accessibility Advisory Committee is to advise the municipal council on identifying, preventing, and eliminating accessibility barriers to municipal programs, services, and infrastructure. The Town of Berwick Accessibility Advisory Committee is made up of council, staff and citizen representatives. At least half of the members must be people with disabilities, or represent organizations that represent people with disabilities.

The Accessibility Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly, currently on Monday evenings. 

Application form: Accessibility Advisory Committee Application Form
Return to: Jordan Hebb,  

Audit Committee:
The Audit Committee carries out a detailed review of the financial statements with the auditor, as well as provides advice to Council on matters relating to audit and finance of the municipality. Membership on the committee is duly appointed by Council annually pursuant to Section 44(1) of the Municipal Government Act. We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and encourage interested persons to self-identify. The Town of Berwick Accessibility Advisory Committee is made up of council, staff and citizen representatives. A strong financial background and ability to comprehend complex financial and regulatory processes is required for this committee.

The Audit Committee meets quarterly, as required.

Application form: Audit Committee Application Form
Return to: Krista Longmire,

Planning Advisory Committee:
The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) reviews and provides recommendations to Council concerning all land-use planning matters. Membership on the committee is appointed by Council by resolution. We welcome individuals with diverse backgrounds and encourage interested persons to self-identify. The Town of Berwick Planning Advisory Committee is made up of council, staff and citizen representatives. Applicants must have a willingness to learn and an interest in land-use in Berwick.

The Planning Advisory Commitee meets monthly, currently on Tuesday evenings. 

Application form: Planning Advisory Committee Application Form
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Applications for committee appointments are due by April 26, 2024. 

Applications may be emailed, or mailed to:

Town of Berwick
Committee Application
PO Box 130, 236 Commercial Street
Berwick, NS B0P 1E0

Service Interruptions: April 8, 2024

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Published: Monday, 08 April 2024 09:13

April 8, 2024: 9 AM

The Town of Berwick Public Works Department wishes to advise the public that repair work is taking place on East Main Street today. Main Street will be closed, except to local traffic, between Maple Avenue and Cottage Street. Detours are in place.