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Belledune Messenger
APRIL 2016 VOLUME 4 ISSUE 3
The spring, summer, is quite a hectic time
For people in their lives,
But then it comes to autumn,
And to winter, and you can't but help
Think back to the year that was,
And then hopefully looking
Forward to the year that is approaching!!
ENJOY YOUR SPRING
Village of Belledune Contact
Information
Municipal Office:
P.O. Box 1006, 2330 Main St. Belledune E8G 2X9 Phone: 522-3700
Fax: 522-3704
Website: www.belledune.com
Council:
•Ron Bourque: 237-9195 •Tracy Culligan: 520-9990 •Heather Frenette: 237-2851 •Mario Lapointe: 237-4802 •Gary Mazerolle: 237-5494 Staff:
David Hughes (CAO): 522-3703 [email protected] • Brenda Cormier (Clerk/Treasurer): 522-3707 [email protected] • Nicole Carrier (Administrative Assistant): 522-3710 [email protected]
Other: • Belledune Library (Paula): 522-3701 • Veteran’s Memorial Arena: 522-2183 •Belledune Rec. & Cultural Centre: 522-3709 Information on rental of the Centre Please contact Nicole at 522-3710.
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SUMMER STUDENT EMPLOYMENT
This is a reminder that summer student applications for employment with the Village of
Belledune should be received here at the Municipal Office by June 3, 2016. Please make sure you have a
covering letter and resume in by that date. Students must be enrolled full time in school and returning
to school next year. We ask that you have a letter of acceptance for next year as proof that you are
returning to school; this is required for the funding we get from the provincial and Federal governments.
FROM THE DESK OF THE C.A.O.
Last month I had a number of calls from women interested in finding out more about our fire
department. Way to go for those who expressed an interest. I did have one contact from someone who
thought my comments were somehow discounting and this was far from my intent. So if you are
thinking about it why not give it a try.
As spring is upon us, although you would never know it today, I have had an idea that I would seek some
input on. Currently we mow down grass in our ditches during the summer and we have vacant property
that we do the same for. There is, for example, an old baseball field right at the corner of Chaleur Dr.
and Hodgins street that I look at every day.
At the same time as I look through gardening magazines I see lots of articles on helping bees who
pollinate our food, by planting wild flowers. I wondered, why not plant flowers in the vacant field and in
ditches and save the cost of gas and mowing and help the honey bees at the same time.
The other thing that comes to mind is why not plant cedar trees along road sides where we know we
have drifting every year. Kind of a natural snow fence and wind break .These things take time to take
root but are just examples of things we can do to help the environment and save money.
If anyone has a great idea that you have been keeping to yourself send it in. Why not?
Here’s an email you can use: [email protected] David Hughes, C.A.O.
COUNCIL MEETINGS: Committee of the Whole Meeting: Monday, April 11th, 2016 at 7:00pm
Belledune Council Chambers Regular Meeting:
Monday, April 18th, 2016 at 7:00pm Belledune Council Chambers
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Belledune Days Meeting
Please join us for the Belledune Days Meeting to be held
Monday, April 4th at 6:30pm at the Belledune Recreation Centre in Belledune.
We want to get more info on the planning of your events. Thanking you in
advance.
Belledune Days Fundraiser
The Belledune Days Committee is looking for a non-profit organization to do the
bar for the
Beer Gardens, to be held on Saturday, July 30th at the Veterans Memorial Arena in
Belledune.
The Budget will cover the cost of the Bands. The organization is responsible for all
other costs and will retain the profits.
If interested please call Patsy Talbot at 237-2955 no later than May 13th, 2016.
VETERAN’S MEMORIAL ARENA
Belledune Figure Skating Club:
For Information call Cindy Doucet at 522-5410
Ice Rentals or to book a Birthday party: George Daley at 547-9504
“BELLEDUNE ICE SHOW” Tuesday, April 5th, 2016
Time: 5:45 pm Adults Admission: $5.00
Students: $3.00 Under 2 years: Free
50/50 Draw – for more info contact Cindy Doucet at 522-5410
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CANTEEN SERVICES
The canteen at the arena has reopened!! For the time being, the hours are posted at the front
entrance of the arena every week. We will take phone orders at 522-2183.
On the menu so far are burgers, hotdogs, sausages, fries, poutine, drink, and snacks. We hope
to expand this shortly.
BELLEDUNE LIBRARY HOURS
Monday, Wednesday & Thursdays
5:00pm – 8:00pm
Notice to all Residents – Tax Assessment
The Belledune Council wish to advise you that in 2015 all properties within the Village limits
have been assessed by the provincial Assessment Office, a responsibility falling under the
jurisdiction of the Province of New Brunswick. A full community assessment had not been done in
Belledune for ten or more years.
In general, property owners will see an increase in assessments, over which the Belledune Council
has no control.
The tax rate, however, which is controlled by Council has seen no increase since 2012 with
the current municipal rate remaining at $0.9513 per $100.00 of assessment for the Fringe zone
(outside industrial area), and the $1.1784 for the Central zone (industrial area).
If you have inquiries about your tax bill when you receive it this year you should contact:
Service New Brunswick, Mr. Richard Leger (Assessor)
157 Water Street, City Center Mall, Campbellton, N.B. E3N 3L4
Tel # (506) 789-2210 Fax: (506) 789-2582 e-mail:[email protected]
If you wish to appeal your assessment, fill in the “Request for Review of Assessment” on the
bottom portion of your tax bill, and submit it to the appropriate address prior to the deadline date.
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Royal Canadian Legion Durham #77
FUNDRAISER
The Royal Canadian Legion Durham #77 will host a fundraiser with all
proceeds going to St. Gabriel’s Parish. The event will have the Church Choir
along with solo performances from members of the choir. There will be NO
CHARGE to enter; however, a donation will be accepted. Your donation will
determine how many tickets you will receive for the list of door prizes available.
A 50/50 draw will also be held. A light lunch will be served at no charge. A list
of prizes will be available soon. More information will follow as the date
approaches.
Date: April 10, 2016 Time: 2:00pm – 4:30pm
Place: Royal Canadian Legion Durham #77 For more information, contact organizers:
President, Cliff Joncas: 507-0054 Secretary/Treasurer, Ron Bourque: 237-9195
NURSE PRACTIONER
Lynn Bujold – now available to the general public at Jacquet River Health Center
Monday through Thursday
By appointment only
Available to all clients with or without a family physician.
~~ CARD PARTY ~~
St. John the Evangelist Church meets every Monday night at 7:00pm for a game of
Auction. If you would like to attend, please use the back entrance of the church.
DUSTY SNEAKERS Every Tuesday & Thursdays at the Jacquet River School Gymnasium
9:30am – 10:15am
Don’t forget your water bottle & sign in at office.
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SHINE A LIGHT ON AUTISM
April 2nd WORLD AUTISM AWARENESS DAY
Organized by the Chaleur Autism and Asperger Family Centre in collaboration with the Bathurst
Asperger and Autism Support Group
Help us to celebrate at the tower on the Promenade Water front property, Bathurst, 7:00pm
Please wear blue!!!
All are welcome and encouraged to attend as a sign of support for the individuals in the
Chaleur region living with autism
For April 30th
5th ANNUAL WALK FOR AUTISM 2016 Organized by the Chaleur Autism and Asperger Family Centre Join us on April 30th at 11:00am / Registration begins at 10:00am Departure: Knights of Columbus, Beresford Please wear blue!!!
All are welcome and encouraged to attend as a sign of support for the individuals in the Chaleur region living with autism. Thanks for partnering with us to raise autism awareness!
Birthdays/Memorials/Milestones/Celebrations
Big “Happy Birthday” going out to Kim Carrier on April 13th
Love from, Ella, Mya, Nick & doggy Rosie & Kitty Maxie….
Happy 55th Wedding Anniversary on April 10th to Jeanette & Gordon Pitre, Love your Family & Friends
Happy Birthday Mom, “Jeanette Pitre” celebrating on April 11th, Love Family & Friends.
Happy Birthday, Grandpa (Don Culligan), who turns 87 on April 29th!! We love you oodles!! Happy
Birthday on the 29th to his twin sister, Norma Carrier!! Loads of love!! xoxo
Birthday wishes going out to:
Dianna Noel: April 1st
Emmie Flanagan: April 12th
Colin Edwards: April 22nd
Flo Guitard: April 28th
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Community Notice Apartments are now available for rent at “Belleview Senior’s Complex”
Seniors ages 50 & up2340 Main Street, Belledune, NB. For more information, please contact
Paula Donnelly: 237- 3003 or Patsy Talbot: 237- 2955
For Newsletter submissions, comments or suggestions: Please call or email Paula at the Belledune
Library 522-3701. Leave a message and your phone number. Or email: [email protected].
The Belledune Messenger will be published at the beginning of every month; please have submissions
in by the 25th of each month. Due to limited space, some information will be edited for length.
COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER INCOME TAX PROGRAM
BELLEDUNE FREE INCOME TAX PREPARATION CLINICS
The Village of Belledune will offer Income Tax Clinics to low income persons and Senior citizens that qualify to have their income tax returns filled out and e-filed for free.
This program is aimed at helping:
Aboriginal peoples, Social assistance recipients, Newcomers to Canada, Persons with disabilities, Seniors, Students
We will be hosting the following types of Tax Clinics
WALK-IN; FIRST COME – FIRST SERVED – Belledune Municipal Building, 2330 Main St. Clinics will start in March. Thursday – April 7, 21 & 28, 2016 - 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
BY APPOINTMENT, DROP-OFF & PICK-UP AND SERVICE TO SHUT-INS. We have volunteers that are willing and able to prepare and file your income tax. You can contact: Heather Frenette 237-2851 or 545-8000 Brenda Cormier 522-3707 or 237-2218 Nicole Carrier 522-3710 or 522-1117
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72 HOUR EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS
GET AN EMERGENCY KIT In an emergency, you will need some basic supplies. You may need to get by without power or
tap water. Be prepared to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours.
You may have some of these items already, such as food, water and a battery-operated or crank
flashlight. The key is to make sure they are organized and easy to find. Would you be able to
find your flashlight in the dark?
Make sure your kit is easy to carry and everyone in the household knows where it is. Keep it in a
backpack, duffle bag or suitcase with wheels, in an easy-to-reach, accessible place such as your
front hall closet. If you have many people in your household, your emergency kit could get
heavy. It’s a good idea to separate some of these supplies in backpacks. That way, your kit will
be more portable and each person can personalize his/her own grab-and-go emergency kit.
What do you put in your emergency kit?
A basic emergency kit should contain the following:
Water – at least two litres of water per person per day for a minimum of 72 hours; include
small bottles that can be carried easily in case of an evacuation order.
Food – that won’t spoil, such as canned food, energy bars and dried food (replace food and
water once a year and be mindful of expiry dates).
Manual can opener
Crank, solar or battery-powered flashlights and radio. Check and replace batteries once a
year.
First aid kit.
Extra keys to your vehicle(s) and home.
A copy of your emergency plan and contact information.
If applicable, other items such as prescription medications, infant formula, pet food, and
equipment for people with special needs (personalize accordingly).
Recommended additional items
Two additional litres of water per person per day for cooking and cleaning.
Candles and matches or lighter (keep candles in deep, sturdy containers and do not burn
unattended).
Change of clothing and footwear for each household member.
Sleeping bags/warm blankets for each household member.
Toiletries.
Hand sanitizer.
Utensils.
Garbage bags.
Household chlorine bleach or water purifying tablets (to make water potable).
Basic tools (hammer, pliers, wrench, screwdrivers, work gloves, dust mask, pocket knife).
A whistle (in case you need to attract attention).
Duct tape (to tape up windows, doors, air vents, etc.).
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Rail Safety Tips
The Village Council passed a resolution, at the March 21/16 meeting, that the annual national “Public – Rail Safety Week be held from April 25-May 1/16. Did you know? Trespassing on railway tracks and property is the leading cause of rail-related deaths in Canada. By definition, trespassing on railway property is illegal. Keep these safety tips handy – they could save your life! 1. Speed Misperception – Because of their size, trains appear to be much further away and traveling much slower than their actual speed. Don’t be fooled! 2. Trains Can’t Stop Quickly – Trains can travel at speeds of over 160 km/h and can require over 2 kilometres to stop. Trains can stop, but they can’t stop quickly. 3. Trespassing – Taking a shortcut across the tracks or being on railway property is illegal and trespassers can get seriously injured or killed. 4. Weight Ration – An average freight train weights over 5.5 million kg. Compare that to a car, which weighs around 1,375 kg. A train hitting a car is like a car hitting a pop can. 5. Railway Cars – Stopped railway cars can move at any time. If you’re on one or near one when it moves, you could lose a limb or worse, your life. 6. Tunnels and Bridges – If you are trespassing on a bridge with a train approaching, you have two choices: jump or get hit. Tunnels, bridges, and trestles are only designed for trains. 7. Overhang – Trains can carry loads that are wider than the railroad cars themselves. They can have chains, straps, or other equipment swinging loose from the train. If you are standing too close, you could get hit. 8. Anytime is Train Time – Trains do not always run on a schedule. They can run at any time, on any track and come from either direction.
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Belledune Skating Club Competitors for
2016 Amherst Funfest Sarah Harvey - 2 Silver medals, 1 Bronze, 1st place ribbon
Tiara Guitard - 2 Silver medals, 1 Bronze medal, 2nd place ribbon
Will Boudreau - 2 Silver medals, 2nd place ribbon
Trinity Guitard - 1st place ribbon Canskate elements
Jesse Boudreau - 2 Silver medals, 2nd place ribbon
Kassandra Simon - 1 Silver, 2 Bronze medals, 2nd place ribbon
2016 Winter Skate
Coach - Kattie Rioux
Tiara Guitard - Gold ribbon Star 1
Mya Courier - solo Star 5
Sarah Harvey - Silver ribbon Star 1
Laylynn Landry - Solo Star 4
Emily Pethick - Silver ribbon Star 3
2016 Star Skate Provincials
Emily Pethick
Bronze ribbon - Star 4 solo
Laylynn Landry - Silver ribbon interpretive event
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Message from Bathurst/Belledune RCMP – RSC3 – 2016-03-23
The Bathurst/Belledune RCMP would like to advise the community of the following:
RCMP to challenge students at Jacquet River School at a volleyball game - Update
On Wednesday March 23, 2016, seven RCMP members attended the Jacquet River School and
competed against the boys and girls volleyball teams. The event occurred from 1-3 pm and was watched
by the entire school. The activity was well received and will no doubt strengthen the bond between
police and students at the school. During the even we were able to collect $50 in donations which were
handed over to the school for their student fund. Thanks again to Trevor Glazer, the school’s gym
teacher and the rest of the students and staff for making this a fun filled event.
New RCMP Police Officers to serve you.
Over the last couple of months, Bathurst Detachment has received 4 new recruits from the Training
Academy in Regina. These 4 young members arrive in our area, ready to serve and protect our citizens
and begin their careers in the RCMP. The new members are:
-Cst. Mirage Brunet
-Cst. Jeannine Breton
-Cst. Corey Gallant
-Cst. Luc Picard
If you get a chance to meet them, take a few seconds to ask them about themselves.
Winter isn’t over
Despite the nicer weather we have been getting, winter is definitely not over. Please make sure to keep
your winter tires on your vehicles for another few weeks, or at least until the daytime temperature
remains above +7C for several consecutive days. Also, ensure to continue adapting your driving habits to
suit the weather outside. If you require assistance that is urgent dial 911, if not urgent or just have a
question call us any time at 1-888-506-RCMP (7267).
Sgt. Benoit Jolette
506-548-7771
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MEET YOUR CANDIDATES!!
The Belledune Regional Environmental Association (B.R.E.A.) is hosting an All-
Candidates “Meet & Greet” on Wednesday, April 13th, 2016 from 7:00pm-9:00pm
at the Belledune Recreation and Cultural Centre.
The format of the evening will be as follows:
Mayoral Candidates only:
Two minute speech (starting at 7:30pm)
Question Period (this is NOT a debate) - five pre-chosen questions covering
the following topics:
population
Industry & commerce
federal/provincial/municipal relations
good governance
environment
One minute closing speech
All other candidates will have an opportunity to meet and speak to the public and
present their literature and ideas/opinions in an informal setting.
Light refreshments will be served.
This is your chance to know where the candidates stand on the issues. If you have
further questions for any of the Candidates, please fill out the form on the
following page and bring the questionnaire with you the night of the event.
Thank you, Paul Devereaux President B.R.E.A.
Nomination Forms for Upcoming Elections
There are nominations forms at the Municipal Office for the upcoming Elections in May/16 for Municipal Mayor and Council, Regional Health Authority & District Education Council. The office is open from 8:00am -4:00pm from Monday to Friday.
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