MAYOR'S MESSAGE
Dear Residents: Now that students are back to school, I urge all motorists and pedestrians alike to be extra cautious and I again remind pedestriams to be certain that traffic, in both directions, is stopped before entering a crosswalk.
We have received several complaints regarding excessive noise caused by trucks using their Engine Brakes or "Jake Brakes" in residential area. Although there is no provincial law against their use and we have no jurisdiction, we are contacting local trucking companies asking that they limit their use as much as possible. Council plans to have signage to this effect erected on our truck routes shortly.
We have made a great deal of progress over the past few years with many major projects completed or nearing completion. However, there is still a lot to be accomplished. Work will begin shortly to replace the sewer line under the bridge and to replace the electrical panels in our older lift stations. In addition, planning continues for a new Fire Hall as well as several other projects.
I want to commend our staff for their dedication to their work for, in addition to their regular duties, every project, big or small, requires a great amount of planning and preparation and with the ever increasing demands by the other two levels of government regarding regulations and requirements, the auditing and reporting process for each project is very time consuming.
I also want to thank our Volunteer Fire Fighters for their hard work and dedication in providing our and surrounding area with the fire protection that we sometimes take for granted. I wonder how many of us realize that due to provindial regulations, each volunteer must take 420 hours of training and pass the necessary exams to become a level 1 Fire Fighter.
Our Municipal Emergency Plan group has provided "72 Hour Emergency Preparedness", information to the residents of the area affected by flooding last December. More of these brochures are on order and will be available at the Village Office within the next couple of weeks have been ordered.
In the meantime, I want to share the following message with you:
As witnessed in many areas of Canada and around the world unexpected weather events can interfere with our daily lives with little or no warning. These can occur in the form of windstorm, forest fires, storm surges, and flooding to name only a few. Our Municipal Emergency Plan attempts to provide for the safety of our residents. However, our resources are limited and we, too, must rely on Environment Canada and New Brunswick EMO Officials for information on weather events.
We request that you pay close attention to your surroundings and weather forecasts in order to be aware of possible dangerous situations that could affect you. In the event of an emergency, we encourage you to find shelter with family or friends away from the affected area before it reaches a crisis level. You would find this more comfortable than relying on an emergency shelter.
If you have any questions or would like further information, please contact me at our Municipal Office at (506) 523-6921. Respectfully, David L. Hanson
_______________________________________________________________ FRIENDLY REMINDER
Dog Walkers
Reminder to all dog owners that the Village of Rexton is asking that you be respectful and consider your neighbours when taking your dog for a walk on public property.
Please take a renewed interest i promptly removing and disposing of, in a sanitary manner, feces left by your pets. If it is your dog, it is your responsibility!
Fall Clean Up
The fall clean up day will be on October 11, 2011.
All items should be at roadside prior to the day of pick up. Branches or etc. should be cut in lenghts of 5 feet or less and your bundles vwighing less than 50 lbs.
_______________________________________________________________ CRAFT SHOW
OCTOBER 1ST, 2011
@ The Rexton Curling Club
The craft show will be held from 8:30am to 12:30pm. A breakfast will be served as well. If you wish to reserve a table to book you can call Jeff Leech at 523-1508.
Everyone is welcome! Tell a friend!
_______________________________________________________________ THE ANNUAL TEA & CRAFT SALE
November 19, 2011
@ The Rexton Elementary School
The annual event will be held on the 3rd weekend of November form 9am to 1pm. Sponsored by the Home & School this show provides a variety of crafts, bake goods, and more!! For any additional information, you can contact the school at 523-7152.
Come out and help fundraise for the good of the school!
_______________________________________________________________ KENT COUNTY SOLID WASTE COMMISSION
HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE COLLECTION DAY
Saturday, October 22, 2011
At the Rexton Fire Hall
173 Main Street, Rexton
from 9am to 2pm
Bring us your household hazardous waste, such as...
Paints, solvents, fluorescent light bulbs, pesticides, and chemical products.
Free Service
Only residential hazardous waste will be accepted
Note: Most empty containers are not hazardous and can be placed in with your dry waste (blue bags).
ARE YOU INTERESTED IN COMPOSTING?
The Kent County Solid Waste Commission invites you to purchase a composter for $25 each. Act quickly! Because limited quantities of composters are available.
The composters are available at the transfer station site located in Bouctouche. For further information on either subjects, please contact the commission at 743-1818 or (free of charge) 1-877-588-1125.
_______________________________________________________________ KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATIONS
SCHOOL DISTRICT 11:
School District 11 invites parents to visit their local school to register their children who will be attending kindergarten in September 2012. Kindergarten is Mandatory for all children. At registration, the parents must provide: birth certificate (proof of age - to be eligible, the child must be born before December 31, 2007), immunization card, and Medicare card.
The registrations for kindergarten will be held during the week of october 3 to 7, 2011.
SCHOOL DISTRICT 16:
Is your child entering kindergarten in District 16 next year? Parents/Guardians of children entering kindergarten in NB School District 16 for the 2012/13 school year are asked to register between October 11 and 14, 2011.
Parents are reminded that kindergarten attendance in the 2012/13 school year is compulsory for children born in 2007, except if a child is born between September 1 and December 31 of that year. These children have the option of starting kindergarten the following year. Birth certificates and proof of immunization are required at time of registration.
Please contact Natasha Watling at 778-6308 if you require more information. It is important that your child be registered in order to receive information needed for pre-school screening and successful transition into school for September 2012.
_______________________________________________________________ REMEMBERANCE DAY
(Also known as: Poppy Day, Armistice Day, or Veterans Day)
November 11, 2011
On the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of the 11th month, Canadians are asked to pause in memory of the thousands of men and women who sacrificed their live in military service. Pay tribute with two minutes of silence and wear the poppy to honour the memory of the thousands who gave their lives in the war.
Let us all show a sign of respect and wear our poppies.
_______________________________________________________________ HALLOWEEN!
Door to Door Trick or Treating
For security reasons, we ask coooperation of parents and residetns to remember safety; children should not "Trick or Treat" within the Village of Rexton limits after 8pm.
Thank you!
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