From December 1, 2019 until April 15, 2020, the winter parking regulations are in effect for roads and streets under Municipal jurisdiction.
The signed regulations and list of roads and streets under Municipal jurisdiction can be found here: 2019-20 Winter Parking Regulations Signed 
The Municipality of the County of Antigonish has issued a Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for the replacement of Air Condensing Units. Additional details can be found within the attached RFP and Addendum.
A site preview will be held on November 12th & 13th at 10:00am at the building, 285 Beech Hill Rd. A site preview is mandatory. Send an email to tammy.feltmate@antigonishcounty.ns.ca to confirm your attendance.
The RFP closing date and time is Friday, November 15, 2019 at 12:00 noon local time. It is not a public opening.
The Air Condensing Unit RFP was awarded to Carmichaels Engineering for $71,693.00 +hst.
Invitation to Tender
Heat Pumps for the Antigonish County Courthouse – 2019CrthseHeatPumps
Sealed Tenders from contractors will be accepted until 2:00 p.m., AST, Friday, October 25, 2019, by Beth Schumacher, Deputy Clerk, of the Municipality of the County of Antigonish, and are to be submitted with the bid form provided in an envelope marked “Antigonish County Court House – Heat Pump Tender 2019”.
The Courthouse is currently heated using an electric water boiler, which feeds electric heat registers throughout the main floor of the building. An aged heat pump provides supplementary heating and cooling to the Jury Room. Ceiling fans in the main courtroom were replaced in 2018 and assist with air circulation through the courtroom and gallery. The overall size of the building’s ground floor area is just under 200 sq metres (2150 sq ft), and the main courtroom is open to second floor mezzanines.
Quotes are requested for the following with respect to a supplementary heat pump system to be installed in the main courtroom of the building:
Further, quotes are requested to include the replacement of the existing heat pump system that is in the Jury Room to a unit that is appropriately sized for that space.
Bidders are solely responsible for the delivery of their bids in the manner and time prescribed. Bids received after the time and date stated will be rejected. Tenders may be accepted in person, at 285 Beech Hill Road or electronically (in .pdf format) to beth.schumacher@antigonishcounty.ns.ca with Antigonish County Court House Heat Pump Tender 2019 in the subject title.
A copy of the full tender document can be obtained here or at the Reception Desk at the Municipal Office. Those who are interested in booking a site visit during the week of October 15-18th are asked to call Beth Schumacher at 902-863-1117.
Side elevation of the Courthouse, to give an idea of size and number of windows. Uppermost window in attic, upper level windows in mezzanine. Window configuration the same on the other side elevation.
Front elevation of building. Rear elevation has two windows of similar size and design.
We are hiring for the following positions:
Aquatics/Summer Programs Coordinator II (click here to see employment ad) (Click here for job description)
After School and Summer Program Coordinator I (click here to see employment ad) (Click here for job description)
After School and Summer Program Coordinator II (click here to see employment ad) (Click here for job description)
Municipal Council approved an increase to the Low Income Tax Exemption, increasing the rebate to a maximum of $150 with a total household income for 2018 not exceeding $27,000. For a copy of the Low Income Tax Exemption Form, click here.
The Antigonish Arena Corporation is now seeking members of the public to join the Board to share their ideas and concepts for the future of the Antigonish Arena.
The Arena Corporation is seeking two representatives who reside in the Town of Antigonish and two representatives who reside in the County of Antigonish to fill a two-year term and a three year term respectively for each municipal unit.
For more information about how to apply view the Antigonish Arena Board Member Ad.
Antigonish Arena Corporation Management Terms of Reference.
What Are Local Improvements & Local Improvement Charges?
A local improvement is a new or extension to an existing municipal water, sewer, storm water (curb & gutter) systems, or street improvement. A Local Improvement Charge (LIC) is the cost to the property owner receiving benefit from the improvement.
LICs have long been used by municipalities to help cover the costs of infrastructure improvements deemed to benefit a specific neighbourhood or area. In Antigonish County we have embraced the approach of “user pay” in many areas of municipal service such as street lights, fire protection, road improvements, and water and sewer systems. This approach is particularly appropriate for rural municipalities where service levels vary among communities and residents.
LICs are used as a means of directly connecting the costs of capital improvements to those who enjoy them. This practice reflects the reality we face: costs are rising and municipalities require revenue beyond general taxation and infrastructure funding from other levels of government to support growth.
To see the FAQ regarding Local Improvement Charges please click here.
On Thursday, May 24, 2018, Municipal Council approved its $14,654,557, 2018/19 Municipal Operating & Capital Budget.
Please see the press release and budget highlights here.
Residents should receive their assessment notice from Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC) in mid-January. When you receive your assessment notice it is your responsibility to:
PLEASE NOTE – If you have any questions or concerns about your assessment you must call PVSC. The Municipal Office CANNOT assist with your notice of assessment.
For more information on PVSC or your notice of assessment, please visit its website by clicking here.
AWARDED on July 12th to Tim Leslie and Leslie Professional Painting Company
The contact price for the work as outlined in tender is $16,200.00
The Municipality is accepting Sealed Tenders from contractors until 12:00 pm, noon, local time, AST, on Thursday June 22, 2017.
Tenders should be directed to Daryl Myers, Director of Public Works, of the Municipality of the County of Antigonish, and are to be submitted with the bid form provided in an envelope marked “Administration Building Exterior Staining Tender”. A deposit of 10% of the bid price must be included with the Tender Application by certified cheque.
Bidders are solely responsible for the delivery of their bids in the manner and time prescribed. Bids received after the time and date stated will be rejected. Tenders may be accepted in person, at 285 Beech Hill Rd or electronically to dmyers@antigonishcounty.ns.ca with Administration Building Exterior Staining Tender in the subject title.
Full tender information and tender application is available here.
