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Mayor, CUPE president sign Day of Mourning proclamation
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Municipality of Cumberland Mayor Murray Scott and CUPE Local 919 President Mike Gerrior gathered early Friday, April 28, 2023, to sign a proclamation marking the National Day of Mourning.
This day is a solemn reminder that workplace safety must remain a top priority for all employers and workers.
Municipality to write Ellis about retroactive police costs
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The Municipality of Cumberland is joining a growing number of municipalities across the country to express concerns with the federal government’s decision not to absorb retroactive costs associated with the RCMP’s collective bargaining agreement.
This despite several months of advocacy led by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, provincial-territorial associations and local leadership.
NSUARB to hold hearing on number of councillors on May 15
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Nova Scotia Utility And Review Board
Notice Of Public Hearing Re Number Of Councillors
THE MUNICIPALITY OF THE COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND has made application to the Board under section 369 of the Municipal Government Act to confirm the number of councillors to be elected in October 2024. This matter will be considered in a virtual public hearing as follows:
Construction of new Parrsboro playground begins
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It’s been nearly three years since Matthew Brewer stood near the former Parrsboro town hall and shared his vision for the property.
At the time, he and about 30 community volunteers were working toward the day when they could announce the development of a new playground near the downtown a reality.
Mayor Scott brings positivity to Amherst Rotary Club
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Municipality of Cumberland Mayor Murray Scott brought a positive message to members of the Amherst Rotary Club during its bi-weekly meeting in Amherst on Monday, April 24.
The mayor said the municipality has undergone significant change over the past year, all aimed at improving efficiencies as an organization, investing in important infrastructure and making the most from its budget.