Town of Parsons Pond P.O. Box 39, Parsons Pond,  NL  A0K 3Z0 Telephone:  (709)243-2564    Fax:  (709)243-2254   Brenda Biggin, Mayor  /  Robin Payne, Deputy-Mayor  /  Blanche Thornhill, Town Clerk/Manager Wayne Bennett, Regional Maintenance  /  Arch Payne, Part-time Maintenance Mike Verge, Fire Chief  /  Angela Thornhill, Recreation/ Ambulance Committee Adelaide Shears & Mae Coles

DECEMBER NEWSLETTER  2016

 

 

Water Reservoir

 

There has been work done on the water dam to prevent mud and debris from entering the dam. There were still people tearing the gate down at the dam as fast as it was put up it was being taken down. There is a steel gate and fence put up entering the dam road and under no circumstances is any vehicles allowed near the water dam.

Christmas Office Hours

 

The Town Council wants to wish everyone, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

During the holidays the Town Office will be closed from December 23^rd, 2016 to January 3^rd    2017.  Please try and take care of business with the town before the office closes. Town councilors and staff will only be available in case of an emergency.

Parade and Christmas Tree

 

The annual Santa Claus Parade is Saturday, December 18^th, 2016.  The Parade will begin at 2:00 p.m. from the Community Centre; we ask that all floats be there for 1:30 p.m.  The Christmas Tree will follow the Parade.  Santa Claus will be riding in the Fire Brigade Float again this year.

We would love for everyone to come out and participate again this year.

For further information please contact:

Mike Verge, Fire Chief 243-2560

Boyce Decker, DeputyChief   243-7293               

Stan Patey, Treasurer 243-2382

Town Office  243-2564                                        

 

Safety Tips for Christmas

 

Here are a few helpful tips to help make our holidays a safe and happy one:

1.       When buying a real tree, check to see that it is fresh.  Water tree daily.  Make sure the tree is well secured in a sturdy stand. Place tree away from any source of heat.

2.       When decorating your home, only use indoor lights inside and outdoor lights outside. 

Check all light and plug-ins to ensure they are working properly.

 

Stop & Speed Limit Signs

 

The town has purchased speed limit and stop signs.  They will be put up around town in the spring.

 

Snow clearing Regulations

 

(a)    During the period of December 1 to May 31 it is illegal to park any vehicle on a street or highway under the jurisdiction of the Town Council of Parsons Pond, between the hours of 12:00 P.M. midnight and 8:00 A.M.

(b)   It is illegal to throw, push or otherwise deposit snow or any other material onto any street or highway (which would also include all street reservation and ditch areas).

 

Violators may be ticketed for each occurrence.

Your cooperation is greatly appreciated.  These regulations are in place for everyone’s safety.

Budget with Revenue/Expenditures for 2017

 

The Town has taken steps to provide a balanced budget for 2017. Below is a breakdown of revenue and expenditures

Revenue:

Water/Sewer/Property/Business $207,536.71

Sales of Goods and Services $ 700.00

Other Revenue $31,540.00       

Government Transfers $131,680.46

Other Transfers $ 60,000.00                                    

Total Revenue $431,457.17                    

Expenditures

General Government $ 161,457.01

Protective Services   $ 22,779.12

Transportation Services $ 82,297.80

Environmental Health                     $ 51,031.82

Fiscal Services               $ 113,891.42

Total Expenditures:     $ 431,457.17

 

Garbage Collection

 

Council wants to inform residents Christmas Week garbage collection will be on the following day:

Thursday, December 29, 2016

The Waste Management Site will be closed on the following days:

Tuesday, December 27, 2016

Wednesday, December 28, 2016

Tuesday, January 3, 2017