October 11, 2018; Liverpool, NS: A partnership between Region of Queens Municipal Council and the Astor Theatre Society was approved to jointly fund the cost of a technical assessment study for a heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) system for the Town Hall Arts and Cultural Centre. At the October 9, 2018 regular Council meeting, Council voted in favour of authorizing an expenditure of up to 15% of that cost, to a maximum of $5,000. The feasibility study is expected to cost approximately $20,000; currently, Nova Scotia Department of Energy and Mines is accepting applications for a funding program that may provide up to 75% of funding for feasibility studies on projects that have the potential to lower emissions and create local economic benefits. The Astor Theatre Society is a tenant of the municipally owned Astor Theatre, part of Town Hall Arts and Cultural Centre, located at 219 Main Street, Liverpool, NS.

“We are optimistic that the feasibility study will recommend innovative, energy efficient options to heat and cool this historic facility, which is an arts and cultural gem in our community,” said David Dagley, Mayor of Region of Queens Municipality. “Council was pleased that the Astor Theatre Society saw an opportunity to access a funding program to enhance the entire facility for patrons during all four seasons.”

Town Hall Arts and Cultural Centre is a provincial heritage property and a national historic site constructed in 1902. The facility currently has no central air conditioning, and for decades, the lack of air conditioning and lack of controllable zoned heating has made its use frequently uncomfortable. An efficient HVAC system will make the entire facility more comfortable for visitors and tenants, and will reduce energy costs for the facility.

“The Astor Theatre Society is very gratified for the Region’s support for this Energy study. Our goal in our Capital Plan is to plot a cost efficient approach to modernizing our HVAC systems and patron comfort in this important and venerable building. We feel this will enhance and promote enjoyable and full year round use of the building as a key Arts and Cultural hub for the Community,” said Rick Gilbert, Vice Chair, Astor Theatre Society.

The funding program supports initiatives including public building efficiency, among other things that support energy efficiency and lowered emissions. Funding may be used for feasibility studies, community planning, public engagement sessions, program promotion, and demonstration projects. The application deadline is October 12, 2018.

IN THE MATTER of the Municipal Government Act.

TAKE NOTICE the Region of Queens Municipality, pursuant to Part VI of the Municipal Government Act of Nova Scotia, is offering for public tender the properties outlined here which are outstanding for taxes, interest, and expenses. Sealed bids are now being accepted at the Office of the Treasurer of the Region of Queens Municipality at 249 White Point Road, Liverpool, NS until Tuesday, November 6, 2018 at 12:00 NOON local time, unless the arrears on rates and taxes, interest, and the expenses are paid before the sale (Council of the Region of Queens reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids).

A legal description of the above properties may be seen at the office of the Treasurer, Region of Queens Administration Building, 249 White Point Road, Liverpool, NS  B0T 1K0.  TERMS:  Payment by cash, bank draft or certified cheque to cover the amount of the sealed bid, plus HST if applicable, must be enclosed.

Jennifer Keating-Hubley, BAccS, CPA, CGA

Director of Finance, Region of Queens Municipality

Posted: Sept. 28, 2018

REQUEST FOR QUOTES

Production of Christmas Wreaths for Liverpool & Caledonia

The Region of Queens Municipality is soliciting quotations from qualified companies & individuals to produce Christmas Wreaths for the 2018 Christmas season.

The specification document is available for download  here or for pick up at the Municipal Office – 249 White Point Road, Liverpool, NS.

Proposals must be received by 2:00 p.m., on Friday, October 5, 2018 and all proposals are to be submitted in a sealed package marked “Christmas Wreaths Quote – Liverpool & Caledonia”.

All enquiries regarding this request for proposals are to be directed to:

Richard Lane – Economic Development Officer
Region of Queens Municipality
P.O. Box 1264
Liverpool, NS
BOT 1KO

Tel. 902-354-5741
Email: rlane@regionofqueens.com

Posted: Sept. 26, 2018