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Solid Waste Bylaw amendments get second reading
Amendments to the town’s Solid Waste Bylaw were given second reading by the Amherst town council during a special meeting held on Tuesday, Aug. 24, 2021.
The amendments delete a section of the bylaw that currently prevents solid waste, such as residual waste, industrial/commercial/institutional waste and construction and demolition waste, generated within the Town of Amherst from being shipped outside the boundaries of Cumberland County.
Donated books aimed at helping children read
Reading is the gateway for children that makes all learning possible – former U.S. president Barack Obama
The Town of Amherst played a small part recently in encouraging children to read when it donated more than 100 books to five community organizations that work with children.
The books themselves were donated to the town by the Jays Care Foundation, the charitable arm of the Toronto Blue Jays, and the Indigo Love of Reading Foundation as part of their Summer Reading Matters program, which is dedicated to putting books in the hands of children in order to support a lifelong love of reading.
Second round of ‘A’ Fresh Start Community Initiative grant applications now accepted
The Town of Amherst is seeking to fund bright, innovative community events or initiatives through the second round of its ‘A’ Fresh Start Community Initiative.
Up to $17,500 will be shared by the Top 5 events or initiatives through a competitive process that begins with sending the town an application that will be accepted between now and 4:30 p.m. on Aug. 22, 2021. The applications can be found on the town’s website at https://amherst.ca/submit-a-request-form.html or picked up at town hall, located at 98 Victoria St. E.
Completed applications must be returned to town hall, emailed to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it., faxed to 902-667-5409 or mailed to the Town of Amherst, P.O. Box 516, Amherst, N.S., B4H 4A1. All applications must be clearly marked: Attention ‘A’ Fresh Start c/o Cheryl Laliberté, community well-being manager.
Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee terms of reference approved
Amherst town council approved the terms of reference for its new Inclusion, Diversity and Equity Committee during a special session held on Wednesday, Aug. 4, 2021.
“The town values inclusivity, diversity and equity in all areas of the workplace,” Mayor David Kogon said. “We value the contribution each citizen brings and the town is committed to ensuring full and equitable participation for all in our community.”