Current press releases are shown below when issued.
Community Votes Down Area Rate Request
Thursday, March 4, 2021; Liverpool, NS: Eligible voters in Region of Queens Municipality’s Assessment District #7 voted in opposition to the area rate request made by Seaside Recreation and Community Centre. On March 3, 2021, eligible voters in the communities of Beach Meadows, Eagle Head, East Berlin, West Berlin, and Port Medway were given an opportunity to vote on a request from Seaside Recreation and Community Centre Association to levy a four cent per $100 of assessment on all assessment accounts in Assessment District 7 beginning in 2021 for five years. The vote is not binding. The total voter turnout…
Volunteers of the Year Chosen in Region of Queens Municipality
February 24, 2021; Liverpool, NS: Much like the effect that a stone cast on water makes, causing ripples that extend beyond the point of impact, the actions of volunteers are felt throughout the community. At the February 23, 2021 Region of Queens Municipality’s Regular Council meeting, two Volunteers of the Year were selected to represent Queens County, and will receive the Provincial Volunteer Award. Kendra Shot of Hunts Point, and Ron Shupe of Liverpool, were selected from nine Ripple Effect Volunteer Initiative nominations (representing 12 individuals) received over the past year; there were several volunteers who were nominated together in…
Storm Closures, February 8, 2021
February 7, 2021, 8:00pm: Region of Queens Municipality’s Administration Office and Queens Place Emera Centre will be closed on Monday, February 8, due to adverse weather conditions, and the safety of our residents and staff.
Waste Collection Rescheduled Due to Winter Storm
Feb. 7, 2021, 2:30 pm: Please note that waste collection scheduled for Monday, February 8, 2021 will be postponed to to the winter storm forecast. Waste collection has been rescheduled to take place on Tuesday, February 9, 2021. Please have waste placed curb-side by 8 am.
Pine Grove Park: Take Only Photographs, Make Only Memories, Leave No Trace
Update, January 20, 2021, 8:45 a.m.: Mayor Norman has recorded a video message regarding painted rocks at Pine Grove Park. Effective today, placing of painted rocks may resume at Pine Grove park, however, all other materials and items nailed to trees will be removed as found moving forward. January 19, 2021: Over the past year, an increasing number of decorative items have been brought into Pine Grove Park by members of the public. While some consider these items an added feature of the park, others feel they detract from the pristine natural setting. While we appreciated the time and creativity…
Notice of Special Council Meeting
There will be a Special meeting of Region of Queens Council held on Wednesday, January 20, 2021 at 10:00 a.m. in Region’s Council Chambers, 249 White Point Road, Liverpool. The purpose of this meeting is to deal with an in-camera item under section 22(c) of the Municipal Government Act. An agenda has been posted on this website.
New Director of Engineering & Public Works Appointed at Region of Queens Municipality
January 12, 2021; Liverpool, NS: Region of Queens Council has appointed Adam Grant, P. Eng., as the Municipality’s new Director of Engineering and Public Works, effective immediately, at the January 12, 2021 Regular Council meeting. Grant had been working in the position in an acting capacity since the retirement of the previous Director, Brad Rowter, in December 2020. Hired in 2007 as Assistant Director of Engineering and Public Works, Grant has a strong comprehension of Municipal infrastructure, management experience working with multi-disciplined teams, and has led complex capital works projects in Queens. “We are pleased to have Adam take on…
Region of Queens Municipality Celebrates Staff Milestones
December 22, 2020, Liverpool, NS: From parks to parking, from waste management to water treatment, and from residential care to recreational activities, Region of Queens Municipality’s skilled workforce maintains many areas important to the lives of Queens County residents and visitors. Milestone achievements were recognized with Years of Service Awards at the Region of Queens Municipality’s December 22, 2020 Regular Council meeting. “Council is proud to recognize these milestones in the careers of staff, and celebrate the skills, commitment and high level of customer service they provide to the Municipality,” said Mayor Darlene Norman. “Region of Queens Municipality has a…
Public Notice: Storm Closures and Preparedness
Wednesday, December 16, 2020: In anticipation of the pending snow storm forecasted to impact the South Shore on Thursday, December 17, 2020, Region of Queens Municipality’s Administration Office and Queens Place Emera Centre will be closed on Thursday, and will re-open on Friday, December 18, 2020. The closure is in effect to ensure staff and citizens remain safe at home and not on roadways in potentially dangerous driving conditions. In the event the storm track shifts and the weather system misses Queens County, the closure may be reevaluated, and updates will be posted on the Municipal website (https://www.regionofqueens.com/emergency-measures/current-developing-situations ), and…
