Town of Windsor, Nova Scotia - Birthpalce of Hockey

Councillors Corner

Councillors Corner is an opportunity for YOU to come meet, greet & talk with members of council about whatever is on your mind.  It takes place every Saturday between 9 - 10 a.m.  Through the summer, Councillors Corner will be alternating locations...

Saturday, July 31 - Peg 'n Wire (T.A.N.) on Water Street
Saturday, August 7 - Clarence's Cafe (in Home Hardware) off Wentworth Road
Saturday, August 14 - Peg 'n Wire (T.A.N.)
Saturday, August 21 - Clarence's Cafe
Saturday, August 28 - Peg 'n Wire (T.A.N.)

4-Way Stop at Wiley Ave. & Albert St. - Effective July 29, 2010

Heat & Humidex Information

It's summer and it's hot and humid out.  Here are some tips on dealing with the hot summer weather...
Summer safety tips (heat/food illness):  http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/Feature_Story/summer.asp ; and
Hydration Information  http://www.gov.ns.ca/hpp/publications/Hydration_scr.pdf

Be a part of the 1st Incredible Picnic in 2010 –

Sunday August 1, at the Windsor Exhibition Grounds!

Presented by Select Nova Scotia, in partnership with the Windsor Agricultural Society, and the Windsor Farmers’ Market.

The Incredible Picnic is a province wide initiative celebrating local food and community spirit.  The first Incredible Picnic 2010 is in Windsor on Sunday, August 1st 11 AM -3 PM at the Windsor Exhibition Grounds with a dog show, a petting zoo, a washer toss and live music. There will also be a “show and shine” car show happening at the Exhibition Grounds that day with over 200 cars and trucks. There’s also a waterslide and go-karts on location.

We will have a picnic with a ‘farmers market’ on site.

The goal of the event is to provide consumers a showcase of the best Nova Scotian producers have to offer – the fruits, vegetables, seafood, meats, cheeses, breads, beverages - and what chefs can do with these amazing ingredients in an outdoor celebration.

Why a picnic?

New Solid Waste Policy

Council and staff are very proud of Windsor residents and businesses in your efforts to reduce waste going to the landfill by separating organics, recyclables and garbage.  At the June 22, 2010 Town Council Meeting, Windsor Town Council approved the new Solid Waste Collections Policy (59.52 kB), effective September 01, 2010.

Although it may sound contradictory that your great work has resulted in these changes; it is not.  As a matter of fact, those that do source separate their waste, the only change you will notice is the colour of bag you use.  Those that may have quite a few solid-coloured bags left (black or green), you will still have the opportunity to use them up prior to implementation of the policy on September 1, 2010  or use them for privacy bags in the future.

Please do not hesitate to contact the Waste Reduction Coordinator if you have any questions, comments and/or concerns, (902) 798-6682. 

Keep up the great work Windsor!
 

Task Force on Affordable Housing

Windsor Town Council recognizes that, like most communities across Nova Scotia and Canada, Windsor needs more affordable housing of a wide variety of types.  Council feels that a Task Force would be best suited to determine the steps that a multi-partner affordable housing committee can take to help build a strong and healthy community for all members.

If you are interested in being a part of the Task Force on Affordable Housing, the application deadline for Expressions of Interest to be received in the Town Office (100 King Street, PO Box 158, Windsor, NS  B0N 2T0) is NOON (12:00 p.m.) on Friday, July 30, 2010.  A Task Force of 10-12 persons will then be chosen from the applicants.  You may download the Affordable Housing Terms Of Reference - Task Force (49.73 kB) or visit the Town of Windsor Office at 100 King Street, Windsor.

Windsor is a Community in Bloom - 2010 Garden Contest

This is open to all residents within the Town of Windsor.  Each entry should include a maximum of three photos (quality print or high resolution JPEG) and a few sentences highlighting the unique features of the garden, the property, homeowner, or community group.

For more detailed contest information, etc. please click on CIB Garden Contest 2010 - (258.99 kB).  Contest entries must be submitted by July 31, 2010.

Pending Changes to Parking within the Town of Windsor

2010/2011 Operating Budget Summary

At the regular meeting of Windsor Town Council on May 25, 2010, the following 2010-2011 Operating Budget (9.9 kB) was approved.

The NEW Windsor Farmers' Market

"Located on the Windsor Waterfront ~ The Windsor Farmers' Market is a developing market, interested in creating a vibrant and exciting destination for Windsor and West Hants residents and visitors to experience! The Windsor Farmers Market is dedicated to creating a local venue for patrons to access fresh, local, quality, wholesome, delicious produce, meat, baked goods, artisan crafts and music! Join in on the fun every Friday, starting June 4th from 4 - 8 PM! The first 200 patrons receive free Giant Pumpkin Seeds."

Summer 2010 Recreation Program Brochure is HERE

Click on the Summer 2010 Recreation Program Brochure (1.55 MB) to see what fun & exciting summer recreation programs are available.  There is something for everyone!  Registration starts on Thursday, June 17, 2010 from 6 - 9 pm at the Windsor Community Centre - see ya there! Also, you can expect to find hard-copies circulated by Monday, June 7th.

The Town is now on Facebook

Come check us out on facebook and click on "Like" to be connected to the Town's new facebook page.  This interactive page allows YOU to take control and post events, functions, and/or promote your business by letting YOU post to the wall.  The Town encourages active participation, so help spread the word!