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Fall Clean-up

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Published: Thursday, 29 August 2024 12:07

The Town of Berwick, Villages of Kingston, Greenwood, and Aylesford’s clean-up week will take place between the 14th to 18th October.

We ask residents to have items out no later than 7 am on the Monday of their week.

  • They can put items curbside on the weekend before their week but no earlier.
  • Please see the regulations for what is NOT accepted.
  • The truck will be along ONCE during that week and there is no specified day or time.
  • Regular garbage collection takes place on the opposite week to Clean-up.

More information is available on our website at www.vwrm.com, and if you have any questions, please call our Hotline at 902 679 1325.

Make the switch to e-billing!

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Published: Wednesday, 28 August 2024 14:30

Click here to learn how you can make a difference. 

Signing up for e-billing is as easy as clicking here!

Switch to E-Bills and Win with the Town of Berwick!

We're excited to announce that the Town of Berwick is transitioning from paper invoices for electric and tax bills to convenient e-bills! This change is part of our commitment to sustainability, efficiency, and providing you with an easier way to manage your payments. By making the switch, you'll enjoy several benefits:

  • Eco-Friendly: Reduce your environmental footprint by eliminating paper waste.
  • Instant Access: Receive your bills immediately via email, so you never miss a payment.
  • Less Clutter: Say goodbye to piles of paperwork—your bills are stored electronically for easy access anytime.
  • Monthly Draw: Sign up for e-billing and you'll be entered into our monthly draw to win a gift card from a local merchant! It's our way of saying thanks for making the switch.
  • Double the Chance: Were you referred by a friend? Not only will you be entered to win, but your friend will also be entered into the draw when you sign up!

Switching is simple, secure, and beneficial. Join your neighbors in going green and enjoy the perks of e-billing with the Town of Berwick today!

Berwick launches Voyent Alert! An enhanced communication platform!

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Published: Friday, 16 August 2024 11:25

 

We Heard You, Berwick!

 

After listening to your feedback, we’re excited to introduce Voyent Alert!, an enhanced communication platform tailored to keep our community safe, informed, and stress-free.
 

We understand the importance of staying connected and being prepared.

That’s why we’ve launched Voyent Alert!—to ensure you receive notifications such as power outages, local events, and traffic interruptions. Making it easier for you to navigate daily life in Berwick.
 

Stay safe, stay informed, and stay connected with Voyent Alert!
 

Sign up here at; https://voyent-alert.com/community/

 

When you sing up, you'll have the opportunity to choose from reciving alerts on a smart phone app, text message, email, or landline phone. 

 

BEC Meter Replacements

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Published: Wednesday, 26 June 2024 12:17
A notice from the Berwick Electric Commission (BEC)
The Berwick Electric Commision is currently working to replace meters that are at, or nearing, their expiration date. This is a requirement from Measurement Canada.
All electricity meters installed by utilities in Canada have a predetermined expiry period. When the existing meter seal expires it will be replaced by another tested and inspected meter.
Meter replacement takes approximately 5-10 minutes to complete, and will cause a momentary power interruption. Residents do not need to be home during the replacement process as electrical meters are located on the outside of customers' properties.

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. 

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

Accessibility Advisory Committee (1 vacancy)
Berwick Electric Commission (1 vacancy)
Police Services 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,  


Berwick Electric Commission
The Berwick Electric Commission provides governance to the Utility to ensure that the electric utility provides reliable, safe, and affordable service to its customers, remains financially viable, and adapts to emerging challenges like sustainability and technological advancements.

The Berwick Electric Commission meets bi-monthly (daytime).

Application form: Berwick Electric Commission Application Form 
Return to: Krista Longmire,


Police Services Advisory Committee:
Police Services Advisory Committee provides advice to Town Council in relation to the enforcement of law, the maintenance of law and order, and the prevention of crime in the municipality. The Town of Berwick Police Services Advisory Committee is made up of council, staff and citizen representatives. Applicants must have a willingness to learn and an interest in the Police Services in Berwick.

The Police Services Advisory Committee meets bi-monthly (evenings).

Application form: Police Services Advisory Application Form
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Applications may be dropped off at Town Hall or emailed to the addresses above

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