News & Notices
Tax Sale December 11, 2018
TOWN OF YARMOUTH TAX SALE
Tuesday, December 11, 2018
In the matter of the Municipal Government Act being Chapter 18 of the Acts of 1998 of the Statutes of Nova Scotia and amendments thereto.
TAKE NOTICE that the lots of land hereinafter described will be sold at Public Auction in the Town Hall, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia on December 11, 2018, Council Chambers, at 10:00 a.m. in the forenoon for arrears and expenses unless before the time of sale, all sums are paid to the Treasurer of the Town of Yarmouth.
Please see the link below for a detailed list of properties.
A detailed description of the properties may be seen at the Office of the Town Clerk & Treasurer, Town Hall, 400 Main Street, Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, during regular business office hours.
Terms: Payment of cash or certified cheque to cover taxes and expenses must be made at the time of sale. Balance of purchase price due within three (3) days. Any sums paid prior to the sale must be in the form of certified funds.
Amendments to the Streets and Sidewalks By-law
This is to advise that Council, at its meeting held on Thursday, October 11th, 2018, approved Second Reading of amendments to the Streets and Sidewalks By-law.
The by-law becomes effective on the date of this publication. The by-law is available for viewing at the Town Office during normal office hours or by clicking the link below:
Solid Waste Resource By-law
This is to advise that Council, at its meeting held on Thursday, September 13th, 2018, approved Second Reading of the Solid Waste Resource By-law.
The by-law becomes effective on the date of this publication. The by-law is available for viewing at the Town Office during normal office hours or by clicking the link below:
Active Living Coordinator Term Position
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY - Yarmouth Recreation
Active Living Coordinator – TERM POSITION (to June 28th, 2019)
We are currently seeking résumés from interested applicants for our Active Living Coordinator (ALC) position with Yarmouth Recreation, serving the Town and Municipality of Yarmouth.
This is a term position to June 28th, 2019.
The ALC will coordinate the implementation of the Yarmouth Active Living Strategy which will help to increase physical activity levels in the community. This strategy addresses the entire
population and will deal with policy, built and natural environments that support physical activity, social environments including leadership, active transportation and social communication
promoting awareness of the benefits and opportunities.
Our strategy can be viewed at: https://www.district.yarmouth.ns.ca/index.php/municipal/active-yarmouth/plysical-activity-plan
The successful candidate will work with Yarmouth Recreation and community partners and must be comfortable working with the general public.
-Position is 35 hours per week and hourly wage is negotiable based on experience. -Pay range is from $18 .00- 22.00/ hr.
Please send cover letter and résumé to: Frank Grant, Director, Yarmouth Recreation email: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. - office: 902-742-8868
A copy of the job description will be sent to you upon request.
DEADLINE TO APPLY: Friday, October 12th , 2018, at 4:30pm
We thank all applicants; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Second Reading - Repeal and Replace Solid Waste Storage, Collection and Disposal By-law
This is to serve notice that the Council of the Town of Yarmouth, at its meeting on September 13th, 2018, at 7:30 p.m., will consider and if deemed advisable approve Second Reading to repeal and replace the Solid Waste Storage, Collection and Disposal By-law.
Council will consider written and oral presentations at that time.
The By-law showing the amendments can be viewed at the Town Office, 400 Main Street, Yarmouth, N. S., or by clicking the document link below:
Job Postings
Student Employment Opportunity
The Town of Yarmouth is seeking applications for the positions outlined below.
Parks Labourer – 1 position
The Parks summer student will work closely with our Seasonal Parks employees. He/she will assist in the maintenance of all Town of Yarmouth Parks and green areas, as well as, the waterfront area. This will include painting, mowing, weeding, planting flowers and shrubs and maintenance of the multi-use trail.
Green Team – 2 positions
The Green Team summer students will be responsible for litter abatement throughout the Town of Yarmouth. Previous WHMIS and First Aid Training would be considered an asset.
Parks and Green Team applicants must be physically fit with the ability to lift heavy equipment. Must possess a valid driver’s license and provide a driver’s abstract record. The successful candidates will be required to work outside in all weather conditions and be comfortable working independently. Previous experience working with lawn maintenance tools and equipment is required.
If you are interested in one of these opportunities, please forward your cover letter and resume to:
The Town of Yarmouth
Human Resource
400 Main St.
Yarmouth, NS
B5A 1G2
Closing date – May 9th, 2016
We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.