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Public Notice - Nomination of Candidates

Posted 29 August 2018, 10:39 am NDT

Public Notice - Nomination of Candidates

Public Notice
Nomination of Candidates

Municipality of Fogo Island

Nominations of candidates for election to the council for the municipality of Fogo Island will be received between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. from September 25, 2018 to September 26, 2018 at the Town Office, 6 Centre Island Road South.

Nominations shall be in writing and state the name and civic address of the candidate and shall be signed by the Proposer and Seconder both of whom... Read more.

Have Leftover Paint? Recycle It!

Posted 28 August 2018, 10:48 am NDT

Have leftover or used paint sitting in your garage? Don't let it gather dust—recycle it! Take your paint products to a ReGeneration collection site and help keep them out of our landfills and waterways.

Currently the CNWM (Transfer Station) accepts paint during their office hours which are:

Wednesdays 1:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Fridays 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
Saturdays 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM

For more information about why we should recycle paint:
https://www.regeneration.ca/news/why-recycle-paint/

Paint acceptable products:
https://www.productcare.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/NL-Paint-Accepted-Products-List-1.pdf

Notice to Residents of Fogo

Posted 28 August 2018, 8:57 am NDT

Notice to Fogo Residents

Our workers are commencing work on shouldering the roads. We are advising the residents of Fogo to drive slow and cautious driving around the town today.

We appreciate your understanding in this matter and hope you will keep our workers safe.

Inclusive Swings

Posted 15 August 2018, 1:43 pm NDT

Inclusive Swings

The Town of Fogo Island is proud to say that the it has installed two inclusive swings at the playgrounds in Joe Batt's Arm and Fogo!

Our end goal is to have inclusive swings available all around Fogo Island and we are steadily working our way to that goal.

These Inclusive Swings are specifically designed so that children with special needs, including limited core and upper body strength, can enjoy the playgrounds even more.

Fire Chief Position Available

Posted 10 August 2018, 9:52 am NDT

Fire Chief Position

FIRE CHIEF

POSITION OVERVIEW

Reporting to the Clerk/Town Manager, the Fire Chief works closely with Council while overseeing and directing all aspects of operation and administration of Fogo Island Fire Rescue, the provider of fire and emergency services for the Municipality. As a member of the Town's senior management team, the Fire Chief also plays an important role in the overall leadership of the organization and is the resource person for Council's Public Safety and... Read more.

August 8th Kids Special Fun Day

Posted 2 August 2018, 2:32 pm NDT

Kids Fun Day

KIDS SPECIAL FUN DAY EVERYONE WELCOME
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 8TH 9AM - 4PM
AT THE STADIUM

  • A kid's fun day ages 5 and up.
  • Please bring along, a back pack with your towel, change of clothes,
  • sunblock, bug spray, hat, sneakers, white shirt/pillow slip to tie
  • dye, and a friend.
  • Admission is $10.00 per/child.
  • Registration slips to be completed that day.
  • Call 266-1111 for more details.
WATER FUN GAMES FACE PAINTING ROCK PAINTING PINYATA BBQ AND MORE!

LUNCH
PROVIDED
CALL 266-1111
IF YOU HAVE
QUESTIONS.
PLEASE COME ALONG
AND ENJOY THIS
SPECIAL DAY OF FUN!

(CLOSED) FULL-TIME MAINTENANCE WORKER POSITION AVAILABLE

Posted 30 July 2018, 11:20 am NDT

FT Main Worker Pos

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

MAINTENANCE WORKER, PUBLIC WORKS

The Town of Fogo Island is seeking a dedicated and qualified individual to join its team and provide professional support and operation of the Town's engineering and public works programs.
This position is responsible for the operation of the Towns street maintenance equipment and work with the Public Works Department. Assigned work may include repairs and standard maintenance procedures to ensure that all water and sewer... Read more.

(CLOSED) Tender Offer

Posted 25 July 2018, 10:36 am NDT

The Town of Fogo Island is currently accepting Tenders for a standing offer on an Excavator, Backhoe, and Dump Truck services on an hourly rate.

  • The successful bidder would be expected to supply the necessary equipment when requested by the Town
  • Standing offer will be for a period of one year only
  • Contractor must provide proof of general liability insurance and be in good standing with worker's compensation
  • If the successful bidder is unavailable at any... Read more.

Public Meeting - Iceberg Arena - July 26th, 2018 at 7:00 PM

Posted 20 July 2018, 9:04 am NDT

Public Meeting
Iceberg Arena - July 26th, 2018 at 7:00 PM

Regarding the Certification of the Fogo Island Airstrip

"As you probably know by now we here on Fogo Island have been very fortunate to have EVAS Air of Gander offering Flights from Fogo Island to Gander since late April.
But we have ran into a serious problem just as EVAS were going to offer seat sales, packages for them scheduled Flights we received a word from Transport Canada that wasn't possible because the Airstrip... Read more.