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Council approves balanced budget without tax increase
Municipal Council voted in favour of a $29.8 million operating budget for 2020/2021 at the May 20, 2020 Public Council Meeting. Council had met for two committee of the whole meetings prior to approving the budget to ensure no increase to either the residential or commercial tax rate, while ensuring essential municipal programs and services are maintained.
Hydrant Flow Testing - Springhill
Public Works staff will be conducting a hydrant flow test in the area surrounding the old Springhill town hall building the afternoon of Tuesday May 19, 2020.
Residents may experience low water pressure and discoloration for a short period of time. If this occurs, please run your cold water for a few minutes until the water clears.
Thank you for your understanding.
Open Committee of the Whole Budget Meeting
There will be an Open Committee of the Whole Budget Meeting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday May 13, 2020
Public Hearings May 20
The Municipality of Cumberland will be holding Public Hearings on the follwing topics:
- Public Sewer By-Law
- Local Improvement By-Law
- Livestock Control By-Law
Date of Public Hearings: Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Time: 6:00 p.m.
Public Hearings are open to the public and ensure residents have an opportunity to provide Council their comments and concerns regarding the by-laws. During the COVID-19 pandemic Council is holding virtual meetings.
For methods on how to particpate please read more
LED Streetlight Installation Schedule Released
The Municipality of Cumberland has released the tentative schedule for the installation of LED streetlights across the municipality. This project was approved in the 2020/2021 Capital Budget.
Wear Red Friday
Council and staff of the Municipality of Cumberland participated in Wear Red Friday, April 24. Click Read More for an image.
Fire ravages Shinimicas Volunteer Fire Department
In the evening hours of April 23, 2020 a fire broke out at the Shinimicas Volunteer Fire Department. Twelve Fire Departments were involved in the response, and had the fire under control shortly after 1 a.m., April 24, 2020.