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Municipality of the District of
Barrington
SUMMER 2015
Council Members
NEW WEBSITE!
District 1
Councillor
George El-Jakl
723-0262
mobdistrict1@eastlink.ca
District 2
Deputy Warden
Donna LeBlanc-Messenger
637-2441
mobcouncillor1@eastlink.ca
District 3
Councillor
Shaun Hatfield
745-3487
mobdistrict5@eastlink.ca
District 4
Warden
Eddie Nickerson
745-3250
eddie@barringtonmunicipality.com
District 5
Councillor
Jody Crook
635-0000
jody.crook@barringtonmunicipality.com
Council and
Committee Meetings
A complete list of
meetings can be viewed
on our website at
The Municipality of Barrington has
launched its new website! The website is
a responsive website, which means it will
adjust to the devise you are viewing it on;
i.e. PC, tablet, smart phone, etc. With
new drop down menus and categories, the
website makes it easier to find what you
are looking for. Please take a look at it
and tell us what you think. We would
love to hear your feedback on it.
www.barringtonmunicipality.com
Ken Chetwynd Photo
YOUTUBE CHANNEL
The Municipality of Barrington now
has a YouTube Channel. All of our
Council sessions will now be able to be
viewed online via YouTube. This format
make it more user friendly to you, our
residents and others who may be
interested in watching our Council
meetings. Subscribe
to our channel by
searching Barrington
Municipalit y
on
YouTube.
TAX SALE
www.barringtonmunicipality.com
Meetings are held in the
Administrative Centre, in
Barrington and are open
to the public.
Please ensure that your tax account is
up-to-date. The tax sale process has
begun on all properties with two or more
years of arrears. The full amount of
arrears of taxes, interest and expenses
outstanding must be paid in order to
remove the property from the tax sale list.
The Tax Sale is scheduled to be held on
August 10th, 2015.
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Brian Holland
Clerk-Treasurer
2447 Highway 3
P.O. Box 100
Barrington, NS
B0W 1E0
Phone: (902) 637-2015
Fax:
(902) 637-2075
Email: munbar@eastlink.ca
www.barringtonmunicipality.com
Visit a Museum this
Summer!
Our Museums are now open!
Take some time and visit one
or all of them this summer!
Barrington Woolen Mill
Old Meeting House Museum
Seal Island Light Museum
Cape Sable Historical Society
Western Counties Military
Museum
Barrington, NS
Monday to Sunday
Mon. – Sat. 9:30 - 5:30
Sunday – 1:00 - 5:30
Chapel Hill Museum
& Sea Tower
Shag Harbour, NS
Monday - Sunday
10AM - 5PM
Shag Harbour UFO Museum
Shag Harbour, NS
Monday - Sunday
10AM - 5PM
Samuel Wood Museum
Wood’s Harbour, NS
Tuesday - Sunday
11AM - 4PM
Archelaus Smith Museum
Centreville, Cape Sable Island
Mon-Sat - 10:30-4:30
Sunday - 11:30-3:30
Nova Scotia Boat
Racers Association
Fun and Excitement for the whole
family at the Nova Scotia Boat
Racers Association boat races all
summer long. See the complete
schedule on their website.
www.nsbra.ca
M U N I C I PA L P H Y S I C A L A C T I V I T Y
LEADERSHIP
Intro to Skateboarding
Interested in trying skateboarding? Certified SkatePass instructors will help you learn
the basics or improve your skateboarding skills. Don't have a skateboard? We can
provide boards, helmets and safety gear.
July 13, 14, and 15th
9:30am – 12:30pm - $15/person
At the Barrington Municipal Arena
Kayaking and Lumberjack Camp
The camp starts at 9am and finishes
at 3pm from Monday to Thursday. On
Friday the camp will start at 9am and end
at 1pm – Parents/guardians and family
members are invited to come at 12pm to see
a demonstration of what the participants
have learned.
Dates:
All kayaks, PFDs and gear are provided.
The camp is for ages 10 - 14, participants
must be able to swim and be comfortable in
the water.
Participants will learn basic kayaking and
canoeing skills, as well as tree climbing,
logrolling, and bow sawing. They will also
learn about fish and plant identification.
July 6-10th
August 10-14th
Cost: $75.00 per person.
Registration available Monday June
8th; to register call 902-637-2903, space is
limited.
Learn to Sledge
August 18th – 20th - Barrington Municipal Arena - FREE
Tuesday & Wednesday
·
Learn to Sledge – Ages 10-15 11:00am – 12:00pm
·
Learn to Sledge – Ages 16+ 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Thursday
·
3 on 3 Sledge Ball Hockey – Ages 10-15 11:00am
·
3 on 3 Sledge Ball Hockey – Ages 16+ 6:00pm
All gear provided. Pre-registration strongly encouraged. 902-637-2903
N is for Nature
August 24-28 - 10AM - 12PM - Sherose Island Recreation Centre - Ages 3-5.
Explore the nature trail, play games, and do nature crafts.
On Friday we will have a Teddy Bear Picnic.
To register, contact Samantha at 902-637-2903
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B A R R I N G TO N M U N I C I PA L
RECREATION
Day Camp Program
For children aged 5 (must be in school) to
12 years. The program is open from 8 am
to 5 pm Mondays to Thursdays. On
Fridays, the program is from 8 am to 12
noon. Children can sign up for the day or
week. Cost: $15 / day or $60 / week.
Children must bring their own snacks,
lunch and their swimming clothing.
Playground Program
For children aged 4 & 5. This program
runs with the Day Camp program but is
only from 8 am to 12 noon, Mondays to
Fridays. Children can sign up for the day
or week. Cost: $7 / day or $30 / week.
Children must bring their own snacks and
their lunch, as lunch time can be
around 11:30 am to 12 noon.
Nova Scotia Marathon/Half
Marathon and 10k:
NEW THIS YEAR! CHIP TIMING!
The Municipality of Barrington Recreation
Department holds the Annual Nova Scotia
Marathon/Half Marathon and 10k race
every year. 2015 marks our 45th
Anniversary and will take place Sunday,
July 26. Online registration is available at
www.atlanticchip.ca. Registration by mail
or in person in also available, visit
www.barringtonrecreation.ca to download
the form. Our marathon is a Boston
qualifier.
Entry fee for full and half marathon:
•$60 until Saturday, July 25, 7:00 P.M.
•$65 on Sunday, July 26, 8:00 A.M.
Entry fee for 10k:
•$35 until Saturday, July 25, 7:00 P.M.
•$40 on Sunday, July 26, 8:00 A.M.
All Run Nova Scotia members will receive
a $5 discount.
Both programs begin Monday, June
29 and ends Friday, August 21.
Barrington Municipal Pool
We offer public swims for seniors, youth
and teens, families and adults. We also
offer swimming lessons in the months of
July and August. The pool will remain
open for the Civic Holiday on August 3.
Barrington Recreation
Department Soccer Program
This program is sponsored by Tim
Horton’s and is for children born in 2009
and 2010. The participants learn the basic
skills required for the sport of soccer. The
program is held at the Richard Swain
Track & Field, every Monday, starting
June 8 and will end August 18. The cost is
$30.00. Pre-registration is encouraged.
Municipal
Recreation Dept.
27 Park Lane
Sherose Island
P.O. Box 100
Barrington, NS
B0W 1E0
Anna Kenney
Recreation Director
barringtonrec@eastlink.ca
Samantha Goreham
Physical Activity Coordinator
barringtonmpal@eastlink.ca
Phone: (902) 637-2903
Fax:
(902) 637-2598
Cell:
(902) 635-3558
www.barringtonrecreation.ca
Upcoming Events
July 4
6th Annual Row for
Nanny's Cure
Cape Sable Island Causeway
July 26
Nova Scotia Marathon/
Half Marathon and 10K
July 31 - August 1
Hawk Dayze
August 1-2
Barrington Fire Dept
Annual Show & Shine
August 7 – 12
Shag Harbour UFO Festival
August 8
Cape Days
August 20-23
Barrington Municipal
Exhibition
September 19
Walk for a Cause
September 20
Terry Fox Run
For more information on
festivals and events visit
www.barringtonmunicipality.com
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Barrington
Municipal Arena
P.O. Box 100
Barrington, NS
B0W 1E0
Phone: (902) 637-2760
Fax: (902) 637-1545
barringtonarena@eastlink.ca
Dogs
Dog owners allowing their dogs
to run at large are in violation of
the Dog By -law of the
Municipality of Barrington. It is
the owner’s responsibility to
ensure that the only time the dog
is off their property is when it is
under continuous effective
human restraint and control.
When using Municipal Trails and
Sidewalks, dogs must be on a
leash at all times held by a person
able to control
the
dog.
Leashes are also
required
on
beaches
as
posted by the
Department of
Natural Resources.
Pet Waste
Please clean up after your pets
while using Municipal Trails,
Parks and Playgrounds as pet
waste transmits disease and
contaminates water supplies.
Crosswalks
A friendly reminder to motorists
to please pay attention to
crosswalks in the area.
Queen of Hearts
Dory Club
Join the Queen of Hearts Dory
Club every Tuesday Night (6:00
P.M. – 8:00 P.M.) from June to
September at the Cape Sable
Island Causeway for their Row &
Ride. Learn to row a traditional
Nova Scotia Dory, or just enjoy a
ride!
B A R R I N G T O N M U N I C I PA L R E C R E A T I O N
CONTINUED
T-Ball
Tennis Lessons
The program is for children born in 2008
to 2010. The participants will learn the
basic skills for the sport of baseball. The
program follows the Baseball Canada
Rally Cap program. The program is held
at the Sherose Island Ball Field, 10 am to
11 am. It will begin July 7 and end August
18. The cost is $10. You can register your
child on the first day of the program.
Anyone interested in learning the sport of
tennis, contact the Recreation
Department.
Preschool Soccer
The program is for children born in 2011
& 2012. The participants will learn the
very basic skills for the sport of soccer.
The program is held in the outfield of the
Sherose Island Ball Field, 10 am to 11 am.
It will begin July 8 and end August 19.
The cost is $10.00. You can register your
child on the first day of the program.
Kung Fu
No experience needed. It will be
beginners / intermediate classes.
Participants are asked to wear clothing
suitable for bending, stretching, jumping,
etc. Participants must be aged 7 or older.
The classes will be held Thursdays at the
Sherose Island Recreation Centre, 6 pm.
$10 per class.
Ballet
The classes are held at the Sherose Island
Recreation Centre, every Tuesdays. It is
for children aged 3 to 8 years old. Next
session, will begin in September.
Pool Bash
Come and spend a fun filled afternoon at
the Barrington Municipal Pool!!! Once a
date has been decided, we will advertise
it. There will be water balloon games,
relays, music, contests, and much much
more.
Barrington
Department:
Recreation
The Barrington Recreation
Department’s Summer Activities Booklet
is ready for pick up! The booklet contains
information about the Day Camp and
Playground Programs, Municipal Pool,
Soccer and other Recreation Department
summer activities. They were distributed
to the elementary schools. If you do not
have a child in school, let us know and we
will mail you the booklet.
Contact the Barrington Municipal
Recreation Department for more
information or to register in any of the
programs and activities listed:
902-637-2903
barringtonrec@eastlink.ca
Kids Fair Play FUNd:
The Kids Fair Play FUNd is a
Shelburne County Program designed to
assist children and youth to participate in
any sport, recreation and leisure activities.
Application forms are available from the
Recreation Department. The committee
meets four times a year to review the
applications (December, March, June and
September).
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F I R E S E RV I C E S C O O R D I NA TO R
Fire Service Coordinator
The Barrington Municipal Fire Service is busy
as usual responding to a variety of calls such
as structure fires vehicle fires, grass and brush
fires, vehicle accidents, flooded basements,
medical calls, etc. keeping the volunteer
firefighters active.
Automatic Aid is working well in the
Municipality and has been used successfully
several times. Automatic Aid is used only
when there is a confirmed structure fire,
determined by the dispatcher in Yarmouth.
The training schedule is available on the
Municipal web site and offers many courses
for the volunteer firefighters. Training for the
volunteer firefighters is now mandatory in the
Barrington Municipality and firefighters have
to be trained for the job they do.
As always we can’t have a newsletter
without some fire safety for the home owner
to help make the home a safer place to be. We
are going to discuss Barbecue safety as this is
the time of year when we all want to cook
outside to enjoy the warm weather after the
long cold winter we just had.
Barbecue Safety
Taking Your Barbecue Out of Storage
Inspect and clean your gas barbecue before
using it for the first time each season.
If the fittings, flex hose or burners are worn or
rusted, replace them and replace missing or
worn “O” rings if your connector requires “O”
rings.
Ensure that the burner’s venturi is properly
seated over the barbecue’s gas valve orifices.
Use a flexible brush (made for this purpose) to
clean the tubes between the gas valve and the
burner, as blockages can occur due to spiders
or insects (in many cases, debris in the tubes
is the reason barbecues start “blowing out” for
no reason when they were formerly working
well).
Check for Leaks
Always check all cylinder connections for
leaks before using your barbecue for the first
time, after an extended period, or any time
you replace the cylinder.
Brush a commercial leak detector solution (or
a mixture of 50% liquid soap and 50% water)
onto all connections and valves. If rising
bubbles appear, you have a leak.
Close the service valve, tighten the leaking
connection, and test again. If bubbles
continue, shut off the service valve and
contact a qualified service technician.
Never use matches or lighters to check for
leaks.
Lighting the Barbecue
Always open the barbecue lid before lighting.
Use the service valve on the propane cylinder
to turn on the gas supply. Next, turn on the
burner and immediately use the igniter switch.
When finished with the barbecue, turn off the
service valve first to ensure there’s no
propane left in the hose; then close the burner
control valves.
Make sure the gas grill is shut off and has
cooled completely before covering it.
Everyday Use
Always use and store your barbecue outdoors,
upright, in a secure, well-ventilated area, at
least three metres (10 feet) away from sources
of heat or ignition, windows or doors, clear of
the house, and far from anything that might
obstruct the flow of air around the grill.
Store cylinders off the ground on a noncombustible base and never store or place
spare cylinders under or near the barbecue.
Follow the manufacturer’s installation
instructions for clearances from combustible
walls, fences, etc. Keep the area clear of
branches, leaves, or other combustibles.
Never use lighter fluid, gasoline, or other
accelerants on the grill. Never use propane
with natural gas appliances, unless the
appliance has been modified by a qualified
service technician to accommodate propane.
Keep children away from the barbecue.
Ensure all lines not attached to the barbecue
are closed and terminated with caps or plugs.
If you suspect damaged or corroded pipes, a
leak, smell an odour, or hear a high-pitched
whistling noise, turn off the cylinder valve
immediately and contact a licensed
professional.
Ensure you have authorization to store or use
a barbecue on your balcony.
David Kendrick
Fire Services Coordinator
P.O. Box 100
Barrington, NS
B0W 1E0
Phone: (902) 637-2015
Fax: (902) 637-2075
mobfireservices@eastlink.ca
Street Lights
Street lights which are out or
not working properly can be
reported to Nova Scotia
Power at 1-800-428-6230
Flyer Delivery
If you have concerns regarding
Flyer Delivery, contact:
• Chronicle Herald Flyer
Delivery (pink bags)
(902)426-2811 Ext. 3350 or
1-888-766-6444
• Fundy Distribution Services
(blue bags) (902)742-7111
Ext. 2118 or
1-800-717-4442
Damage
If any damage or vandalism is
noticed on Municipal Property
please phone 637-3432 or
637-2015.
Illegal Dumping
Please report illegal dump sites
by phoning 637-2015.
Waste Collection
The Municipal Waste
Collection Contract provides
for one bulky item to be
picked up per week per
dwelling, commercial,
industrial and institutional
establishment. Bulky items
include refrigerators, stoves,
washing machines, furniture,
mattresses, rugs, etc. Further
information may be obtained
by contacting the Municipal
Office 637-2015.
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Dave Andrews
Building Inspector
Development Officer
Fire Inspector
P.O. Box 100
Barrington, NS
B0W 1E0
Phone: (902) 637-2421
Fax: (902) 637-2075
mobbuilding@eastlink.ca
Stairs, Decks or
Walkways
When replacing stairs, decks
or walkways on or near
watercourses, please check
with the Department of
Environment to make sure
you meet their regulations.
742-8985.
DEVELOPMENT/BUILDING/
FIRE INSPECTIONS
WHEN IS A DEVELOPMENT PERMIT REQUIRED?
A development permit is required to locate any size storage building, even if it is under
215 square feet.
Rule of Thumb - if it has a roof over it, a permit is required, even if sides are open to the
elements.
If you are unsure when a permit is required, please do not hesitate to contact our office.
We would be happy to assist you and answer any questions you may have.
FIRE SAFETY TIPS
With grass and open fire season upon us, please ensure you have a hose and shovel to
keep fire contained. Burn small and controlled as to prevent a larger fire.
STRONGLY SUGGEST if you burn wood, oil or propane, please install a Carbon
Monoxide Detector on each floor. These plug into any normal wall plug and can detect
carbon monoxide. Carbon Monoxide is called the “SILENT KILLER”.
Carbon Monoxide detectors can save your life!
Water Tests
Need your well water
tested? Bottles can be
picked up at the Municipal
Office.
Sewer
Please assist us in keeping
our public sewer systems
working properly. Do not
flush items such as diapers
(child/adult), rags, mop
heads, shop towels, etc.
These items cause damage
to the pumping system
which result in expensive
repairs and maintenance.
Please contact our Property
Services Manager at
637-3432 or our Property
Services Technician at
637-8613 with any inquiries
or problems regarding the
sewer system.
REMINDER WHEN PERMITS ARE REQUIRED
BUILDING PERMITS
ARE REQUIRED
1. For any addition to a
building no matter
what the size is.
2. Any work (new or
reno vat ions) o ver
$5,000. in value and
this includes grants
from Community
Services.
3. Any job of a structural
nature no matter what
the cost. (Example enlarging a window
opening).
4. When replacing a deck
or stairs over 2 feet
from grade as different
anchoring requirements
are required after 2 feet
from grade.
IS YOUR CIVIC NUMBER
POSTED AND VISIBLE?
THIS COULD SAVE YOUR
NEWSLETTER
S E N I O R S E RV I C E S B U S T R I P S
July 24th 2015
Tusket Island Boat Tour
We will be departing the Wedgeport breakwater wharf at 10:30 am on a certified authentic lobster
fishing tour boat captained by Lucien LeBlanc and his brother Simon. The boys will pull up a lobster
trap; give you a historic tour of the culturally rich Tusket Islands before stopping at their seaside
shanty for fresh seafood chowder. Enjoy live music by the crew on the return trip!
Bus & Boat price $90.00 (Lunch included)
Payment Due Date: Friday July 10th, 2015
Sept 22nd 2015
Lunenburg & Ovens Natural Park Tour
Join us while we explore Lunenburg's history, culture, superstitions and folklores. View Bluenose II,
if in port. Catching a glimpse of the bright buildings of UNESCO Fresco, Lunenburg Academy,
Wedding Cake House and St John's Church where we will go inside. Ovens Natural Park is a
privately owned 190 acre pristine reserve of coastal forest. For hundreds of years, people have been
drawn to the incredible beauty, diverse geography, spiritual solace, and fascinating history that make
The Ovens Natural Park so unique.
Lunenburg Tour, Admission, Bus $55.00(Lunch not included)
Payment Due Date: Monday Sept 7th 2015
Oct 8th, 9th, 10th 2015
Prince Edward Island
Your vacation begins in Charlottetown, where we will stay at the Delta Prince Edward. Our first
night will include the musical and love story “Evangeline”. Inspired by Acadian, Celtic, Cajun music,
melodies and dances. Day 2 we will have a guided tour of Cavendish, visit Ann of Green Gables,
Cavendish National Park, and other scenic gems. To complete our day we will have a lobster supper,
where we will indulge in the 60ft all you can eat salad bar at the famous Fisherman’s Wharf. That
evening you will have leisure time to stroll the streets of Charlottetown. Day 3 we will depart mid
morning and enjoy a scenic ride back to Nova Scotia.
Tour Cost $500.00 –includes, Bus, 2 Nights Accommodations (double occupancy), Museum Fees,
Tour Guide, Lobster Supper, Evangeline Musical, Day 2 lunch.
Payment Due Date: Thursday September 17th 2015
December 8th 2015
Christmas Shopping Trip
Depending on the requests, we will either visit the Halifax Shopping Centre or the Mic Mac Mall.
Bus $45.00(Lunch not included)
Payment Due Date: Monday November 23rd 2015
Call 1 (800) 565-0397 to book your seat! Please note there will be no refunds. Refunds will only be
granted if a trip is cancelled, due to weather or low ridership.
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Shawna Symonds
Senior Safety Coordinator
P.O. Box 100
Barrington, NS
B0W 1E0
Phone: 1-800-565-0397
Fax: (902) 637-2075
seniorservices@eastlink.ca
Dialing 211
Provides easy access to
local community groups,
non-profit agencies and
government departments.
Dialing 511
Provides easy access
to road conditions.
Dialing 811
Provides easy access to
non-emergency health
information and services.
Volunteer of The Year
Lillian Perry
Congratulations Lillian!
Seniors Community
Wheelchair Loan Program
This provides new and
recycled wheelchairs
(manual and/or electric) to
eligible residents of Nova
Scotia to support them in
their homes and
communities. For more
information please call
1-800-225-7225
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Efficiency
Nova Scotia
Looking to dispose of an old
inefficient fridge, freezer or air
conditioner? Call Efficiency
Nova Scotia, they will pick them
up and dispose of them for you
and will also reward you with
$30.00 or 100 Air Miles. For
more information call
1-877-808-4549.
Future Newsletters
The Newsletter will no longer
be sent by Canada Post unless
requested. In future, the
Newsletter may be viewed on
our website or you may
subscribe by calling the
Municipal Office – 637-2015,
email - munbar@eastlink.ca or
Facebook. Newsletters will be
prepared twice per year, once in
the spring and once in the fall.
S E N I O R S E RV I C E S
Property Tax Rebate:
For seniors that provides a 50% rebate of your residential municipal
property taxes, up to a maximum of $800. Call 1-800-670-4357.
Septic Pump Rebate:
This program is free of charge for Nova Scotian’s who rely on private
wells and septic systems. Nova Scotia Environment
provides $100 rebate to get your septic system pumped
within one year of the Home Assessment visit! Simply
call 1-866-500-3427 and book your home assessment
visit.
* Eligibility may depend on household income, age and
other criteria.
P R O V I N C I A L F I N A N C I A L A S S I S TA N C E
PROGRAMS
Pick up your copy of the Positive Aging 2015 Directory for detailed information and
eligibility requirements on provincial financial assistance programs and more. Copies are
available at the Municipal Office, as well as most pharmacies.
VISIT BARRINGTON
FIND US ONLINE!
Looking for something to do?
 walk our trails
 comb for beach glass and
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other treasures on our
beaches
visit a lighthouse
take the kids to the
playground
eat out in one of our many
great restaurants
go to a craft market
attend a kitchen party
(Barrington & Wood's
Harbour)
eat lobster!
go geocaching
attend a variety show
attend a community breakfast
or supper
On Facebook:
• Barrington Municipality - for municipal updates
• Visit Barrington - for what’s happening in the Municipality
• Municipality of Barrington Recreation Department
• Nova Scotia Marathon/Half Marathon & 10K
On YouTube:
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On Instagram:
Visit Barrington
On Twitter:
@VisitBarrington
@SeamerunNS