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Municipal Awareness Week - How Does Municipal Government Work?

Municipal government is a form of democracy. Local citizens elect councils to represent their interests. Mayors are elected at large by the people while most Wardens are elected by the Council once in office. People can call, email, or speak directly to their Councillor on things they are concerned about, to ask a question, or to get information. Councils meet at least monthly to discuss important issues that impact the community. Residents are free to attend council meetings and can present issues to council at a public meeting if granted permission. Municipalities have elected members (mayor and councillors) and appointed members (staff).The head staff person is called the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). All staff reports to the CAO.
The CAO reports to the Mayor/Warden and Council. The Mayor and Council come up with ideas and staff put their ideas into action.
How long are municipal councillors elected for?
You can email your response to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. for your chance to win a prize! 
Please note you must be a resident of St. Mary's to win.
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Land Variance Public Hearing - Wednesday, November 30th, 2022

NOTICE
MEETING: St. Mary’s Municipal Council
Public Hearing
DATE: Wednesday, November 30th, 2022
TIME: 7:00 pm
PLACE: St. Mary’s Municipal Office
Council Chambers, Sherbrooke, NS

Agenda
1. Call to Order
2. Roll Call
3. Approval of the Agenda
4. Presentations
a) Development Officer
b) Appellant
c) Members of the Public who were provided with Notice of the Hearing
5. Ruling
Adjournment

Nov. 23, 2022 Project Update Sherbrooke Streetscapes Project- Main St

The first section of new asphalt is on Main St.! Paving has started now that the upgraded storm water collection system was redesigned and installed. Thank you to the hard-working crew on site. Please contact the municipal office if you have any questions or would like further information about the project.

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What is Municipal Government?

What is Municipal Government?
It is a geographic area with the power to govern itself within certain limits – including providing certain services and making policies and bylaws which outline what citizens can and cannot do. Municipalities are run by councils headed by a mayor or warden which are elected by the people living within each municipality - to vote you must be at least 18 years old.
What services does the Municipality of the District of St. Mary's provide?
Respond for your chance to win a prize. Responses can be sent to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
Please note you must be a resident of St. Mary's to win.
Prize winners will be announced on Monday, November 28th, 2022.

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