We want to hear from you! Region of Queens Municipality is developing the space for the new library’s temporary location at the Liverpool Business Development Centre. Whether you are a library user or not, your input is an important part of the design process. Participation was encouraged in-person and virtually via Zoom on June 22,25,26,27 and 29th, and attendance was 45 people. Opportunities for feedback on the main layout continued for two weeks, until July 14th. Click this link to see a pdf of the presentation. The following photos show the quick notes that were taken from the sessions. Videos…

Speed radar signs will soon be implemented around Queens County by the Region of Queens Municipality. The purpose of these signs is to collect data on the speed habits around Queens County and inform drivers of their current speed to help promote safer driving. The Engineering & Public Works Department is accepting requests on where you would like to see these implemented, and why. Please click here to submit a location request for a speed radar sign, and complete the following steps: If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to contact publicworks@regionofqueens.com or phone 902-354-7170 ext. 0.

Each year during the month of May, Region of Queens Municipality compiles and posts a list of grants provided to Queens County based organizations during the previous fiscal year. In the 2023 – 2024 fiscal year, $408,815.63 was approved in grant funding to local organizations. Council is proud to support organizations in Queens, and feels it is important to invest in the local community, and by doing so, our community is enriched. To see the community investments made by Council over the year, please go to our website: https://www.regionofqueens.com/council-governance/grant-disclosure/ .

May 21, 2024: Effective June 1, 2024, the Expanded Electronics Recycling Program for Small Appliances begins as approved and regulated by the province of Nova Scotia and EPRA.  Small appliances included in this program are also banned from landfills across Nova Scotia as of June 1, 2024. The list of accepted items is on the graphic below; they can be taken to any EPRA electronics recycling depot (there are two in Queens County, noted in the chart at the top of this page). The list of acceptable items includes small appliances for counter-top cooking, hair & personal care, floor/carpet care, devices…

Help us to reunite this found dog with his owner. The dog is a male Jack Russell/Corgi/Pitbull mix, approximately 20 – 25 lbs. non-neutered, brindle and white in colour. Found in Labelle, Queens County, NS. To claim the dog, please call our Bylaw Enforcement staff at 902-354-3455.

May 10, 2024; Liverpool, NS:  Since amalgamation in 1996, the Region of Queens Municipality has invested over $100 million in capital upgrades to infrastructure throughout Queens County. These upgrades have improved environmental conditions, provided safe streets, sidewalks, and drinking water, as well as quality recreational facilities. This work will continue in 2024, starting with infrastructure upgrades on Weir Lane. The Weir Lane Rehabilitation Project will begin on Monday, May 13, 2024. This project continues work started in 2022 on Main Street and will replace deteriorated sewer and water mains, as well as install new storm drainage, and asphalt street surface. …

May 5, 2024: Beginning Monday, May 6, sewer repairs will be completed on Birch Ave., Liverpool. Traffic Control Persons will be in place. Your patience is appreciated while this necessary work takes place.

 May 1, 2024:  The Milton Centennial Pool suffered significant damage in the unprecedented rainfall and flash flooding events in July 2023. As a result, the pool was closed to assess the damage and make repairs. Unfortunately, repair work was not able to be completed in the Fall of 2023 and when staff uncovered the pool in April 2024, additional damage had occurred over the winter months. At the April 16, 2024 Special Council Meeting, the condition of the Milton Centennial Pool was discussed with Council. Staff were directed to engage industry experts to evaluate what repairs the 57-year-old pool would…

April 29, 2023; Liverpool, NS: Following several months of budget planning and deliberations, the annual Operating, Water Utility, and Capital Budgets for Region of Queens Municipality were unanimously approved at the April 29, 2024 Special Council meeting. The budget was approved with no increase to the previous year’s tax rate. Operating Budget total is $29.8 million, including Hillsview Acres. The 2024-2025 Water Utility Budget totals $1.25 million with a projected deficit of $442,122, and the Capital Budget total is $21.5 million. “Queens is in a period of population and business growth and requires robust infrastructure, accessible recreational opportunities, and diverse…

April 29, 2024; Liverpool, NS:  Big things result from collaborations. Provincial funding in the amount of $2.2 million was announced on Friday, April 26 to support an outdoor pool project initiated by the commitment of a large private donation, and funding from Region of Queens Municipality.  The $7.2 million outdoor pool project is planned to be built on the grounds of Queens Place Emera Centre, in Brooklyn, Queens County as a replacement for the 57-year-old Milton Centennial Pool.  The Municipal contribution to the project is $2 million. “Partnerships between levels of government, private donors and volunteers who provide their expertise,…