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COVID-19 Update:
On May 29 the Province announced a new gathering limit of 10 people while still following social distancing requirements.
Starting June 5, private campgrounds can open for all types of campers. They can only operate at 50 per cent capacity and must ensure public health protocols are followed including adequate distance between campsites.
Provincial campgrounds will open to Nova Scotians on June 15, with the reservation line opening June 8. They will operate at a reduced capacity to ensure a minimum of 20 feet between individual campsites.
Learn more about Nova Scotia's plan to reopen the province safely at http://novascotia.ca/reopening-nova-scotia or see answers to frequently asked questions about the reopening: pdf Reopening FAQ for May 29, 2020 (140 KB)
Request For Proposals
The Municipality of the District of St. Mary's is currently inviting request for proposals(RFP's) for the "Supply of an Ultraviolet Disinfection Unit" and for the "Supply of Aeration Equipment". Both of these RFP's are for the Sherbrooke Sewage Treatment Plant. For the complete information please see our website page for tenders at https://www.saint-marys.ca/tenders-and-proposals.html
Fire Ban
Please take note that the provincewide fire ban has been extended to include backyard firepits as well as bush and other open fires. The fire risk is high because of dry conditions, winds and low humidity. Check before you burn. Restrictions are updated daily at 2 pm at novascotia.ca/burnsafe.
COVID-19 Property Tax Financing Plan Policy
At the Special Council Meeting held May 14th, 2020, St. Mary's Council passed a new policy called the COVID-19 Property Tax Financing Policy. The Municipality of the District of St. Mary’s is concerned about the health and safety of residents and recognizes that facilitating the payment of the 2020/2021 property taxes in installments may better allow Nova Scotians to follow the public health directives endorsed by the Government of Nova Scotia. This Policy responds to that need by establishing a one-time property tax installment payment program for residential and commercial properties negatively affected by the COVID-19 global pandemic. For more information and to see if you qualify, please see the full policy or call the office for more information. pdf Property Tax Financing Plan Policy (1.56 MB) and pdf Property Tax Financing Program Enrolment Form & Information Bulletin (440 KB)