Town News
Oxford Community Newsletter September-October 2020
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- Published: September 22, 2020
-Read Mayor Stewart's very last Mayor's Corner
-Exciting Grant news for Businesses on Main and Water Streets
-Municipal Election information
-Capital Improvements and Trail Upgrades
-Library News
-COVID-19 Reopening Plans for Town indoor facilities
Check it all out in this pdf newsletter! (199 KB)
Tropical Storm Water Issued for Cumberland Region
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- Published: September 22, 2020
Environment Canada has issued a special weather information statement for Tuesday, Sept. 22, 2020 and Wednesday, Sept. 23, 2020.
Residents in the Cumberland Region may face heavy rain and strong winds.Cumberland Regional Emergency Management officials are urging citizens to prepare a 72-hour emergency kit, have potable water on hand, charge their cellphones and ensure generators are fueled and operating properly.
Details of what the 72-hour emergency kit should include can be found at https://www.getprepared.gc.ca/cnt/kts/bsc-kt-en.aspx.
Due to the forecasted high winds, residents should also ensure that items that could be blown away like barbeques, flower pots, garbage cans, outdoor tables and chairs should be stored in a safe location out of the wind.
We encourage you to work with your neighbours to identify people who may need extra help during this storm and to check in on them as the storm moves through the area.
Residents should monitor the local radio stations, Cumberland Regional Emergency Management Facebook page, Twitter@TownofAmherstNS, Town of Amherst Facebook page, Municipality of Cumberland Facebook page and website, and the Town of Oxford Facebook page and Website for updates.
Duke Street Water Line Construction Starts September 22
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- Published: September 21, 2020
Construction on the Duke Street Water Line will start tomorrow (September 22) and is expected to run between 4 – 6 weeks.
We ask all motorists to avoid Duke Street, if possible, during this time.
There will be activity in some of the property owner yards on Duke Street, due to installing the temporary water line.
We will have more updates to follow, as the construction continues, on the Town of Oxford Facebook group and website.
Oxford Residents - Be alert!
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- Published: September 15, 2020
Residents and businesses should be aware that we have received a report of two youths canvassing door to door for donations for the Oxford Skate Park as a fundraising initiative.
The Town has no fundraising efforts happening at the moment.
Anyone approached for the solicitation of funds should not provide money to the individuals, and we are asking that you contact the RCMP with details and descriptions of the youth involved.
Nominations Open
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- Published: September 1, 2020
The Town of Oxford Returning Office is accepting nominations for Mayor and Six Councillors.
If you are interested or have questions contact the Returning Office at 902-447-2624.
Motorists drive with Caution
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- Published: September 1, 2020
Please be aware that the Public Works Department had planned to complete the asphalt patching that is needed on our roads this week.
Without notice to area customers, the local asphalt plant has been moved out of our area and isn’t expected to be returned for up to two weeks.
Gravel will be placed back in the patching areas to make the travelling surface of the roads safer for vehicles until we are able to obtain the asphalt later in September.
Motorists are encouraged to travel with caution over the patching areas until we are able to complete the repairs.
Public Works Labourer Position available with the Town of Oxford
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- Published: August 31, 2020
Are you a interested in working with Public Works for the Town of Oxford?
Attached is a copy of the pdf Job Posting (97 KB) for your reviewing.
If you or someone you may know that is interested in applying for the positon, the interested candidates should forward a cover letter and resume outlining their experience, skills, and interest in the position by 4:30 pm on September 11, 2020, to:
Wes Adshade
Public Works Supervisor
105 Lower Main Street
PO Box 338
Oxford, NS
B0M 1P0
wesadshade@oxfordns.ca
Town of Oxford Elections - Nominations Open
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- Published: August 24, 2020
Fellow Oxford Residents, we need to fill these empty seats!
Would your like to become more involved with your Municipal Government?
Do you or someone you may know want to become the Mayor or a Councilor for the Town of Oxford?
Check out the Town of Oxford Website https://www.town.oxford.ns.ca/election-2020.html to review the Candidate's Package and details regarding the election, or call 902-447-2624 for more information.
Please share this post with your friends, family and neighbours.
Oxford Prospective Candidates School -
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- Published: August 12, 2020
Interested or curious about running for Council or Mayor during the Municipal Election on October 17, 2020?
Dalhousie has released their campaign schools for prospective candidates.
Anyone that is interested, we encourage you to check out these sessions.
You may find this valuable.
Revisions to the Preliminary List of Electors
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- Published: August 11, 2020
With the upcoming Municipal Election, October 17, 2020 for the Town of Oxford, it is important to check in with the Returning Office to find out if your name is on the Elector's List - especially to those that have moved here recently.
Please review the picture below for more details.
Water Interruption on Water, James and Jackson Streets
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- Published: August 10, 2020
Notice: Water interruptions to be expected this morning (August 10) especially on James, Jackson and Water Streets, but other streets may be affected.
Public Works is working on this now and hope to have this fixed quickly.
We are sorry for the inconvenience.
Please share with your family, friends and neighbours.
Mandatory Face Masks required before entering Town Hall
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- Published: July 30, 2020
Starting Friday, July 31, 2020 it is required to wear a face mask before entering Town Hall.
Stop the spread, wear a face mask, wash your hands and stay 6 feet apart.
pdf Face Masks Required (140 KB)
Water Interruption on Main Street and Surrounding Streets
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- Published: July 15, 2020
Oxford Residents and Businesses!
Beginning around 9:30 am, the water will be shut off for approximately an hour on Main Street due to a water break.
Surrounding streets may be affected.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Water Interruption on Main Street
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- Published: July 14, 2020
Oxford Residents and Businesses!
Beginning around 9:30 am, the water will be shut off for approximately an hour on Main Street due to a water break.
Surrounding streets may be affected.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
RFP - Divestiture of Cumberland Central Landfill Assets
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- Published: July 2, 2020
REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS
Divestiture of Cumberland Central Landfill Assets
https://www.cumberlandcounty.ns.ca/rfp-and-tenders.html - direct link to the RFP
Tender 2020-02
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- Published: July 2, 2020
CAPITAL PAVING OF TOWN STREETS 2020
Click this link below for full details.
Municipalities taking steps to ensure solid waste disposal system delivers good service
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- Published: June 29, 2020
The Municipality of the County of Cumberland and the towns of Oxford and Amherst are taking steps to ensure that the region’s solid waste disposal system continues to deliver good service at favourable cost.
To read more, click on this pdf media release. (91 KB)
Further Lifting of Restrictions, New Gathering Limits.
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- Published: June 29, 2020
Effective July 3, 2020 some of the gathering limits will increase.
For more details, click on this link for the news release.
Water Interruption on Foundry Street - June 29, 2020
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- Published: June 29, 2020
Oxford Residents and Businesses!
Beginning around 9:30 am, the water will be shut off for approximately an hour on Upper Foundry Street due to a water break.
Surrounding streets may be affected.
We apologize for any inconvenience.
Town of Oxford Summer Student Position
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- Published: June 24, 2020
The Town of Oxford has received 100% funding for two (2) summer students through the Canada Summer Jobs funding program. Directly reporting to the Public Works Supervisor and working within the Public Works Department. The deadline for applications is Thursday, July 2nd at 2:30 PM. Funding covers up to 8 weeks of employment with wages of $12.55/hour. Send your resume and cover letter by email to Rachel Jones at cao@oxfordns.ca or drop off at the Oxford Town Hall, 105 Lower Main Street, Oxford, Nova Scotia, B0M 1P0.
Click here for the full job description.
Special Council Meeting - June 25, 2020 at 7:00 pm
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- Published: June 23, 2020
The Town of Oxford Special Council meeting will be conducted
through Zoom streamed to YouTube: https://youtu.be/d58pAxtohSs
The meeting is Thursday June 25, 2020 and begins at 7:00 pm.
Click this link to view the Council Package for June 25, 2020.
Oxford Town Council approves $2.4 million operating budget
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- Published: June 23, 2020
Notice to Town of Oxford Residents and Businesses.
Below is a link to the 2020 Budget Press Release.
Special Council Meeting on June 22, 2020 at 6pm
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- Published: June 19, 2020
The Town of Oxford Special Council meeting will be streamed live to the Town of Oxford NS: Official Site (FaceBook).
The meeting is Monday June 22, 2020 and begins at 6:00 pm.
Click this link to view the Council Package for June 22, 2020.
Town Hall Reopens Monday June 22, 2020
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- Published: June 19, 2020
Notice to Residents and Businesses,
Beginning Monday, June 22nd, Town Hall will reopen to the public with regular business hours of 10 am to 3:30 pm.
Be advised that COVID-19 prevention measures will be in place. Read the attached PDF file for more details.
pdf COVID Reopening June 2020 (72 KB)
CAO Report and Draft Budget for 2020 / 2021
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- Published: June 15, 2020
Click here for a link to the CAO Report and Draft Budget for 2020 / 2021 that was presented at the Regular Council Meeting on June 15, 2020.