Holding the line on services, slight adjustments for inflation The Town of Conception Bay South today announced its balanced budget of $39.7 million for 2023, achieved through lean administration, slight tax increases, and a strong debt management strategy. “Council understands that current global economic conditions are making it challenging for many families to make ends... View Article
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Effective immediately, motorists have to reduce their speeds to a maximum of 30 km/hr when driving through various school zones in Conception Bay South. Mayor Darrin Bent, along with Deputy Chief Colin McNeil, Royal Newfoundland Constabulary (RNC), and John Barrington, Principal, Admiral’s Academy, spoke today at a press conference to inform the public of the... View Article
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The Town of Conception Bay South is supporting the oil and gas industry in Newfoundland and Labrador, with Council passing a resolution at the public meeting on March 15, 2022 to support the Bay Du Nord project, noting its critical importance to the province’s economic stability. “Bay du Nord will create jobs for our people,... View Article
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The Town has approved a project by Ocean Choice International to develop new land by infilling 2.73ha (6.75 acres) at the west end of Long Pond, Conception Bay South. The development includes a 90-metre finger pier extending to the north from infilled land. Ocean Choice has noted that a cold storage facility and office building... View Article
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Today, the municipalities of St. John’s, Mount Pearl, Paradise, and Conception Bay South announced the next phase of a feasibility study that seeks to explore regional economic opportunities and build stronger, more resilient communities. The initiative was first announced in June 2021, with the Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency (ACOA) contributing funding towards the project and... View Article
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Capital spending is on the horizon for Conception Bay South as a strategy to foster growth for the community and as an investment in Town infrastructure. This past year saw spending that promoted the strengthening of everything from roadways to capital projects, including $750,000 for road rehabilitation and sidewalks, $1 million to upgrade Anchorage Road,... View Article
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Driving economic growth; significant investments in capital projects; and freeze on residential and commercial mil rate highlight Budget 2022 The Town of Conception Bay South today announced its balanced budget of $37.2 million for 2022, noting it’s one of the most aggressive budgets in recent history for capital projects and is focused on driving economic... View Article
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Today marks the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women. To honour victims and raise awareness, the Town of Conception Bay South is now flying a Purple Ribbon Flag on Peacekeepers Way. This morning, Mayor Darrin Bent was joined by members of Council and Violence Prevention Avalon East, along with CBS residents, Philip... View Article
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On October 5, 2021, the newly elected Council for the Town of Conception Bay South will be sworn in during a ceremony at the Town Hall. The swearing-in will be broadcast over the Town’s YouTube channel at 7:00 pm. The Town Council includes: Mayor Darrin Bent Councillors At Large – Joshua Barrett At Large –... View Article
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The second largest municipality in Newfoundland and Labrador, the Town of Conception Bay South, has a newly elected Council. Council for the Town of Conception Bay South consists of a Mayor, four At Large Councillors, and one Councillor for each of the Town’s four Wards. The position of Deputy Mayor will be filled by a... View Article
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The Town of Conception Bay South will hold a special meeting of Council on June 29, 2021 to vote on the revised development proposal from Ocean Choice International for a cold storage facility for Long Pond Harbour. With uncertainty over jurisdictional boundaries clarified by the Department of Municipal and Provincial Affairs, Council now feels it... View Article
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Town of Conception Bay South to Appeal Recent Decision of ENRAB due to Potential Impacts on Future Town Operations CONCEPTION BAY SOUTH, NL – The Town of Conception Bay South today announced its intention to appeal a recent decision of the Eastern Newfoundland Regional Appeal Board (ENRAP) filed by Sunset Key Marina. “Council’s rationale for... View Article
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Conception Bay South Freezes Taxes in Budget 2021, Eliminates Key Residential Construction Fees The Town of Conception Bay South today announced its budget for 2021. Highlights include no increases to residential or business tax rates, as well as a freeze on water and sewer taxes and all other rates and fees. “We are very pleased... View Article
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On July 29, 2020, the Town of Conception Bay South presented a $15,000 cheque to the Chamberlains Park Action Committee (CPAC) to help them enhance Chamberlains Park. The cheque is the first installment of a $50,000 commitment announced in Budget 2020 to support two of the CPAC’s major projects – the construction of a new... View Article
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Town of Conception Bay South Implements Strategies for Topsail Beach Road Traffic Management In June, the Town of Conception Bay South engaged the services of a local traffic engineering consulting firm to review traffic flows and safety enhancements to Topsail Beach Road. The Topsail Beach Road Traffic Management Report is now available and the Town has... View Article
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The Town of Conception Bay South is proud to support the arts community and is embarking on a project to display local works of art, such as photography, paintings, and sculptures, in the main foyer of the Town Hall. “This initiative is a great way to showcase the talent and artistic passion of our residents.... View Article
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Today, Mayor Terry French met with the Honourable Melanie Joly, Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages, Member of Parliament for Avalon, Ken McDonald, and Karen Skinner, Vice President of Atlantic Canada Opportunities Agency in Newfoundland and Labrador, to discuss plans and future opportunities for Town of Conception Bay South. “As a growing municipality, economic... View Article
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No Tax Increase for Conception Bay South, Thanks to Spending Cuts and Aggressive Debt Management Strategy The Town of Conception Bay South tonight tabled its balanced budget for 2020 in the amount of $37.8 million. In a dedicated and conscious effort to minimize the financial burden on taxpayers, Council announced that there would be no... View Article
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November 6, 2019 The Town of Conception Bay South has announced that residents can expect to see more seamless processes and easier customer experiences next year. With budget consultations well underway, the Town has committed to investing funds into automation in an effort to provide services more effectively and efficiently. “Conception Bay South is a... View Article
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Manuels River Natural Heritage Society to enhance trail network to create a world-class visitor experience Today, His Worship Terry French, announced the town’s contribution of $72,434 to support the Manuels River Natural Heritage Society, Inc., to implement Phase 2A of the Manuels River Trail Master Plan. Ken McDonald, Member of Parliament for Avalon, on behalf of... View Article
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