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Message from Norpen

Message from Norpen.

Effective Monday, July 25th, until further notice, waste collection for Bide Arm – Englee (Thursday’s Collection day) will be collected on Monday.

NorPen apologises for any inconvenience this may cause your residents.

Boil Order Reminder

Reminder the following boil order is still in effect.
BOIL WATER ADVISORY
INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC
The Municipality of Roddickton-Bide Arm has issued a Boil Water Advisory
for Roddickton (1 – 21A Circular Drive) as of June 23rd, 2016
The boil water advisory has been issued for the following reason(s):
D1 – Water distribution system is undergoing maintenance or repairs

Consumers are advised to bring water that you might ingest to a rigorous rolling boil for one (1) minute.
For example, boil water used for:
 drinking
 brushing teeth
 making ice
 cooking
 washing fruits and vegetables
 making coffee/tea and other hot drinks
 making juice from concentrate and powders
 making infant formula and cereal
For further information about the Boil Water Advisory, please call:
Municipal office: Government Service Centre: Regional Health Authority:
NOTE: If using a home water treatment unit (e.g. filter), please read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

SWIMMING LESSONS

Registration for swimming lessons will take place at the Green Moose Interpretation Centre/ Town Office at the following times:

  • Monday, June 13 and Tuesday, June 14 from
  •                              8:30 am – Noon, 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
  • Wednesday, June 15 from 8:30 am – Noon
  • Cost: $ 25 per child and $ 15 for each additional siblings plus $ 3 per session.
  • Booklets of 8 tickets are available at a cost of $ 20 which can be used for lessons or general swim.
  • Swimming Lessons are on a first come, first service bases.

Update on water breakage Major’s Street

Update on the water break on Major’s Street…The water break was repaired last night. Unfortunately overnight another water leak sprung in the same area. The Maintenance staff are working to repair the second leak.

The water will be shut off in around 10:30 am from Lumberjacks, not including Lumberjack’s to the old Government Wharf, Circular Road, Harbour Drive and all roads in between. At this point no time frame is available. Sorry for the inconvenience this will cause. Please help spread the word.

Thank you for your patience.

DISCRETIONARY USE NOTICE

TOWN OF RODDICKTON-BIDE ARM

DISCRETIONARY USE NOTICE

The Town Council of Roddickton-Bide Arm is considering an application for a Hair Salon to operate from 166 Main Road. As per the Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm Development Regulations, the proposed development is a discretionary use located in the “Residential” zone.

Before making a final decision regarding this application, the Town Council of Roddickton-Bide Arm wishes to receive any comments or representations on this matter. Anyone wishing to make a comment, objection or representation should submit a written statement outlining their concern to the Town Clerk by 4:30 pm, Monday, May 23rd, 2016.

For more information about this application, please call the Town Office at (709) 457-2413.

Circular to Bide Arm Residents

Bide Arm Town Water
Water Testing Update
May 12, 2016

As you are aware the water in Bide Arm has been experiencing a “fishy” type smell and taste for some time.  The Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm has been actively trying to figure out what is causing the problem and possible ways to correct it.

To date the following actions has been taken.
• Town maintenance is testing the water daily for chlorine levels.
• Service NL has been completing monthly bacteriological water testing.  All of which has come back reporting it is safe for drinking.
• Water lines have been flushed several times over the winter and spring.
• The wet well at the pump house has been drained and cleaned.
• The screens at the wet well have been cleaned monthly.
• On May 5th, 2016 a diver was sent down to look at the intake in the pond.  Everything appeared to be normal.  There was no unusual debris found at the bottom of the pond or around the intake pipe. The pond was clear and the intake pipe was in tack. The intake screen was covered with normal growth and was cleaned during the dive.  The water lines have been flushed twice since the dive.
Important to note, over the course of the winter and spring boil orders have been put in  place when maintenance procedures took place (ie flushing lines, sending diver in the  water supply, etc).During times of boil orders the water is not considered safe for  drinking.

The Town has contacted the Department of Environment and Conservation for assistance. Officials have been in regular contact with the Town to assist with finding out the cause and a solution to the water concern.   We are currently awaiting a response from the Department of next steps to be taken.  It is anticipated we will receive some further information within the next week.  In the meantime, a water hose is connected to the Roddickton Fire Hall for residents who wish to get water**.  It is not a long term solution but rather a short term option.

The Town sympathizes with residents.  We are committed to finding the source of the problem and a long term solution. The Town would like to thank everyone who has called to provide information and residents for their continued patience.

**Please Note: Roddickton Water has been tested good for drinking.  Since  the water tap at the Roddickton Firehall is outside it is advised that you run the water before filling water containers and boil the water before use.

Municipal Plan

Public Notice

Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm

MUNICIPAL PLAN

The Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm is calling for proposals from qualified planning consultants for the preparation of a Municipal Plan for the Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm. The Consultant is expected to follow the process through to the Gazette Notice. Any firm wishing to be considered for this project may obtain a copy of the proposal call from: the Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm by calling 709-457-2413.

Proposals are due on June 10, 2016 by 4:00 PM (NL Standard Time).

 An email on or by June 10, 2016 of the Municipal Plan proposal for the Town of Roddickton-Bide Arm with the five copies being mailed and post marked on or by June 10, 2016 is acceptable.

 

Boil Order fro Bide Arm

BOIL WATER ADVISORY FOR BIDE ARM
INFORMATION FOR THE PUBLIC
The Municipality of Roddickton-Bide Arm has issued a Boil Water Advisory for Bide Arm as of May 5th, 2016
The boil water advisory has been issued for the following reason(s):
D1 – Water distribution system is undergoing maintenance or repairs

Consumers are advised to bring water that you might ingest to a rigorous rolling boil for one (1) minute.
For example, boil water used for:
 drinking
 brushing teeth
 making ice
 cooking
 washing fruits and vegetables
 making coffee/tea and other hot drinks
 making juice from concentrate and powders
 making infant formula and cereal
For further information about the Boil Water Advisory, please call:
Municipal office: 457-2413
Government Service Centre: Regional Health Authority:454-8830
NOTE: If using a home water treatment unit (e.g. filter), please read and follow the manufacturer’s instructions.

Advisory Committee for the Recreation Building

On April 12, 2016 the first meeting was held of the advisory committee to discuss a recreation building. Attendance was low. If have not already submitted your name and you are interested in serving on this committee, please contact the Town office at 457-2413. The next meeting will not be held until the fall.

General Notice

The Town office is open for business as usual from 8:30 am – Noon and 1:00 pm – 4:30 pm, Monday – Friday. Residents are reminded you will receive a discount on taxes paid in full by April 30.