There will be a meeting of the
Roddickton-Bide Arm Harbour Authority
Monday, April 14, 7:00 PM
at the Gerry Byrne Room.
Anyone interested in joining this committee are asked to attend.
If you are unable to attend but would be interested in becoming a member please contact the Town Office at 457-2413.
Reminder to Residents:
Monday, March 31 is the last day to receive 10 % discount on property and water and sewer tax.
The Roddickton-Bide Arm Community Newsletter will be going into the mail today. REMEMBER TO CHECK YOUR MAIL BOXES!
The Great Northern Peninsula Heritage Network is accepting resumes for a
Destination Development Coordinator
Qualifications:
Good PR and marketing skills to develop promotional literature for existing tourist attractions throughout the member communities of the GNPHN.
Ability to prepare clear, concise materials for Destination Development. (i.e Devise and plan tours to member communities and organize special festivals with member communities)
Ability to work with effective partnerships to stimulate tourist attractions in rural areas.
Produce tourist information for tourism guides and newsletters.
Ability to plan meetings and take minutes of the meetings.
Basic computer skills, good verbal and written communication skills.
Organizational and teamwork skills and the ability to work independently.
Experience working with volunteer organizations is also an asset. Preference will be given to applicants with local knowledge of the tourism industry on the Great Northern Peninsula of NL
Must have access to a vehicle and have a driver’s license
Pending funding approval this position is a one year JCP position and the applicant must be EI eligible.
Job location will be based in the successful applicant’s present home area.
Interested persons should apply in writing by
e-mail to moss104@gmail.com
or to Anita Best, P.O. Box 107, Norris Point, NL A0K 3V0
Deadline for resumes is March 5, 2014
Looking for an inexpensive but effective way to advertise your business??
Place a sign or Ice Logo at the Roddickton-Bide Arm Arena.
4′ x 8′ Wall Signage $ 90.00
4′ x 4′ Wall Signage $ 45.00
Ice Logos range from $ 100 – $ 150
Amounts do not include applicable taxes.
Call the Town office 457-2413 for further details
Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm Municipal Taxes 2014docx
In previous years, residential tax bills would have been itemized as follows:
• Residential Property Tax
• Water and Sewer Tax
The garbage collection fee was included within the above taxes.
To be more transparent, going forward the bill will be itemized as follows:
• Residential Property Tax
• Water and Sewer
• Garbage Collection Fee
To accommodate the garbage collection fee being billed as a separate item:
1. the mil rate for residential properties has decreased to 7.25 mils from 8.5.
2. the minimum residential property tax rate has been reduced from $ 375 to $ 285
Garbage collection fee is determined by Northern Peninsula Regional Service Board and not the Town Council.
Municipal and Intergovernmental Affairs
January 3, 2014
Public Advisory: Residents and Communities Encouraged to be Prepared
Residents throughout Newfoundland and Labrador are once again reminded that it is essential to be prepared for adverse weather.
Environment Canada is predicting that over the next 48 hours heavy snowfall and blizzard-like conditions may affect many parts of the province. Snow will begin today with winds gradually increasing through the afternoon and evening. Blowing snow and strong winds are anticipated overnight, with wind gusts reaching 80 km/h. Drifting and blowing snow conditions may persist for most of Saturday especially for exposed locations. Further information and updates on the weather forecast can be found at http://weather.gc.ca/warnings/index_e.html?prov=nl.
In addition, due to unseasonably cold conditions and very high load energy forecast, Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro has implemented rolling power outages and has asked customers to conserve energy where possible. More information on the power outages can be found at http://callcenter.nlh.nl.ca/Outage andhttp://www.newfoundlandpower.com/Outages/. Customers can assist in conserving electricity by reducing electric heat by a few degrees; conserving hot water by not running dishwashers, washers and showers; avoiding the use of clothes dryers; and, turning off Christmas lights.
The Provincial Government has taken immediate steps to decrease its own power usage by turning off all non-essential lights, such as Christmas lights on the Prince Philip Parkway and at Memorial University of Newfoundland, as well as construction lights at Confederation Building and lights at other Provincial Government buildings throughout the province.
Residents and communities should always keep in mind that safety is of prime importance when dealing with adverse weather and the extreme cold. Detailed information regarding safety measures can be found in the backgrounder below. Residents are also reminded that each home and place of business should have an emergency preparedness plan, and should compile an emergency kit in advance of adverse weather with essential materials such as food and water. Information on what to include in an emergency kit can be found at http://www.getprepared.ca.
Newfoundlanders and Labradorians are strongly encouraged to monitor local weather forecasts for changing conditions, listen to local radio stations for important messages from authorities, and to ensure every effort is made to prepare for adverse weather throughout the winter season. Preparation and planning is essential in advance.
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Media contact:
Bradley Power
Public Relations Specialist
Fire and Emergency Services-Newfoundland and Labrador
709-729-0857, 699-5707
bradleypower@gov.nl.ca
BACKGROUNDER
Safety Messages and Advice for Residents
During a Power Outage
· First, check whether the power outage is limited to your home. If your neighbours’ power is still on, check your own circuit breaker panel or fuse box. If the problem is not a breaker or a fuse, check the service wires leading to the house. If they are obviously damaged or on the ground, stay at least 10 metres back and notify your electricity provider. Keep the number for Newfoundland Power and Newfoundland and Labrador Hydro, along with other emergency numbers, near your telephone.
· Turn off all tools, appliances and electronic equipment, and turn the thermostat(s) for the home heating system down to minimum to prevent damage from a power surge when power is restored. Also, power can be restored more easily when there is not a heavy load on the electrical system.
· Turn off all lights, except one inside and one outside, so that both you and electricity crews outside know that power has been restored.
· Don’t open your freezer or fridge unless it is absolutely necessary. A full freezer will keep food frozen for 24 to 36 hours if the door remains closed.
· Never use charcoal or propane barbecues, camping heating equipment, or home generators indoors.
· If at all possible, listen to a battery-powered or wind-up radio regularly for information on power outages or further advice from local authorities.
Carbon Monoxide and Fire Safety Tips
· In the home, heating and cooking equipment that burn fuel can be a source of carbon monoxide (CO). For this reason, CO alarms should be installed in the home.
· Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for placement and mounting height of CO alarms.
· Choose alarms that have the label of a recognized testing laboratory.
· Alarms should be tested and checked for low batteries. If the battery is low, replace it. If it still sounds, call the fire department.
· If a CO alarm sounds, immediately move to a fresh air location outdoors or by an open window or door. Call for help from a fresh air location and stay there until emergency personnel arrive.
· If you need to warm a vehicle, remove it from the garage immediately after starting it. Do not run a vehicle or other fueled engine or motor indoors, even if garage doors are open. Make sure the exhaust pipe of a running vehicle is not covered with snow.
· During and after a winter storm, make sure vents for the dryer, furnace, stove, and fireplace are clear of snow build-up.
· During power outages, a generator should only be used in a well-ventilated location outdoors away from windows, doors and vent openings.
· Candles and other temporary heating sources should be monitored constantly, and should never be left unattended or operational while sleeping.
· All entrances and exits, including windows, should be free of snow build-up in the event an evacuation is required.
· In addition, residents are reminded that working smoke alarms are required in every bedroom of a home or dwelling, and in cottages and cabins too. These alarms should have some form of battery back-up, and should be checked regularly to ensure they are in working order.
The Roddickton-Bide Arm Recreation Committee is pleased to offer the following skating and hockey programs:
CAN Skate – A learn-to-skate program designed for beginners to intermediate skaters ages 3
Children’s Hockey – Open to boys and girls aged preschool to grade 3.
Youth Hockey – Open to boys and girls grades 4 – 8. Boy’s High School Hockey – Open to boy’s grade 9 – 12
Girls Figure Skating – 2 levels (beginner (for girls able to skate), intermediate)
There is some used hockey and skating equipment at the arena which is available for those who may need it. If anyone has any used equipment they wish to donate to would like to sell, drop by the arena. There is also another program entitled Canadian Tire Jumpstart Program – a community-based charitable program that helps kids in financial need to participate in organized sports such as hockey and skating. Applications can be found at the Canadian Tire website.
Programs will be offered twice weekly and will run for approximately 10 weeks (weather permitting). Please note that if the school is closed due to weather the arena will also be closed and programming will not go ahead. The answering system will be updated daily at the arena, 457-2999.
The cost of registration is $60.00 for the first child/youth in the family and $40.00 for every other child or youth or program attended thereafter. Registration will be on December 18th & 19th, 2013 at the arena; from 8:30 am to 8:30 pm. Fees must be paid in full prior on the first day of practice. Programming will start in the New Year. All parents will be notified of the start date for the programs. If you have any question or need more information, please call Joan Caines @ 709-457-2774 or Della Demoss @ 709-457-2097.
Don’t miss this opportunity to skate and play- REGISTER TODAY!!!!
Residents of Bide Arm struggle daily due to the lack of Broadband (High-Speed) Internet. Using the computer to find information and services to improve their health, education, and employment opportunities and to stay connected with family and friends is essential. Unfortunately, residents of Bide Arm do not have access to high-speed internet services. Let’s join together and help Bide Arm get high-speed internet.
Everyone is encouraged to voice their support by contacting Mark Duggan, Bell Aliant Corporate Affairs 709-687-3136 or by email at mark.duggan@bellaliant.ca and Great Northern Wireless of Deer Lake, providers high speed services (709) 636-1020. It’s important that we express the need for our entire community of Roddickton-Bide Arm to have high-speed internet and get our concerns on the radar for the upcoming Rural Broadband Initiative (RBI) where over $6M in funds will be invested to improve internet services across the province.
“Coming together is the beginning. Staying together is progress. Working together is success.”
Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from the Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm.
Roddickton-Bide Arm christmas parade took place on Saturday, Dec 7. It was a gerat sucess. Thank you everyone who entered a float and the Fire Department for organizing the event.
The Winners for the Best Decorated Floats are:
1st place- DP Sales
2nd place- Roddickton Pharmacy
3rd place- Danny Canning and Miranda Hancock
