During the regular meeting on June 22^nd held at the Balmoral Community Centre in Bois-Joli, the Restigouche Regional Service Commission tabled its 2022 Annual Report. The highlights of the different divisions were presented. It was a year of change for the RSC with the preparation to establish new mandates as a result of the local governance reform.

The Board of Directors has dealt with several files over the past year. Healthcare has been one of the major concerns, winter road maintenance, and the provincial electoral boundaries to name a few.

In terms of planning, we have seen the issuance of 462 building permits and 23 residential construction starts in 2022.

For 2022, the Transfer Station handled, 15,596 tons of material, namely 14,676 tons of waste and 920 tons of recyclable materials.

The Board of Directors elected its officers, namely Mr. Brad Mann (Chairman of the Restigouche Rural District Advisory Committee) was re-elected as Chairman of the Board of Directors, Mr. Jean-Guy Levesque (mayor, Campbellton Regional Community) as 1^st vice-president and Mr. Mario Pelletier (mayor of Village Bois-Joli) as 2^nd vice-president. Mr. Normand Pelletier (Mayor of the town of Heron Bay) was also named Chairman of the Finance Committee and the Chief Executive Officer, Betty Ann Fortin will act as Corporate Secretary.

The Restigouche RSC began the year 2023 with the arrival of new mandates: economic development, tourism promotion, community development and transportation, recreational facilities cost sharing and a Public Safety committee.

The RSC is in the process of completing a Regional Strategy.

Annual report available below or on the following link : 2022 Annual Report

 

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Effective June 12^th 2023, the Restigouche Transfer Station will have a reduced rate for Clean Construction & Demolition (C&D) Waste.

Accepted materials are those approved by the NB Department of Environment and associated with the construction, renovation and/or demolition of a structure and include:

• Concrete (without rebar) and brick
• Untreated wood
• Siding, ceiling tile, gypsum board, insulation
• Solid roofing materials – no cans, drums or other packages (empty or otherwise) of roofing adhesives, tar or waterproof compounds
• Glass, metals and durable plastics from the demolition of a building
• Floor covering associated with the renovation, demolition or construction of a building – no rolled carpets or containers of mastic, paint or finishing products
• Broken and aged asphalt only – no cans, drums or packages (empty or otherwise) of sealers, adhesives, tar or waterproofing compounds or new asphalt product

IN ORDER TO BENEFIT FROM THE REDUCED TIPPING FEE, THERE MUST BE NO GARBAGE WITH THE C&D WASTE. Only C&D waste generated within the Restigouche region can be accepted.

Also, all burned or partially burned materials should be disposed of at a regional Solid Waste Management Facility operated by a Regional Service Commission established under the Regional Service Delivery Act.  These materials (only wood, siding, roofing (no furniture, mattresses, etc.) will also be accepted at the $87/tonne rate.

FOR QUESTIONS, CALL 789-2111

Appointment Ad Restigouche RD ENG

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
Economic and Labour Force Development Coordinator

The Restigouche Regional Service Commission is seeking to hire an full-time Economic and Labour Force Development Coordinator to work under the supervision of the RSC’s Chief Executive Officer with the support of an-advisory committee. The ELFDC will coordinate the region’s economic and labour force development strategies & activities.

For more information regarding the Restigouche Regional Service Commission, visit www.restigouche.ca

RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS:

As the Economic and Labour Force Development Coordinator, you will perform a variety of duties, including:

• Coordinate meetings of the Advisory Committee on Economic Development.
• Participate to and eventually coordinate the regional labour market partnership forum
  • Participate to the development of a workforce and population growth action plan outlining activities that the region can lead, coordinate, or support.
  • Coordinate an attraction and retention strategy for the region which will include a workshop with community leaders
  • Implement identified activities.
• Support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and co-workers, working in related sectors of activity and/or related to economic development. These colleagues may be involved in, but not limited to, the welcoming and community integration of newcomers, the community development sector, transportation, affordable housing, and tourism promotion.
  • Liaise with various stakeholders, including municipal administrators, municipal councils, rural district, provincial government departments, service delivery agencies, and many others.
• Other tasks and actions that could be identified in order to achieve the objectives for the optimal development of the region.

EDUCATION, SKILLS, AND EXPERIENCE:

The ideal candidate for this position will have a university education in business administration, public administration, or a related discipline. This person will have relevant knowledge and experience in organizational administration. The person will have acquired experience in project management and development. An equivalent combination of Education/Experience may be considered. A very good knowledge of French and English, both verbal and written will be required.

The successful candidate will have:

• Exceptional communication skills, ability to be tactful and diplomatic.
• Strong organizational and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task as deadlines and priorities change.
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office suite software (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams), & Zoom
• Ability to work flexible and non-flexible hours.
• Have a reliable vehicle and a valid driver’s license

Total compensation for this position will be competitive and commensurate with the qualities and experience of the successful candidate. The salary range is $48,000 to $57,000. Usual work week is 35 hours Monday to Friday, however meeting and events may take place on evenings and/or weekends from time to time.

Please send your resume and cover letter electronically, in PDF format, by email to info@commissionrestigouche.ca, include subject Economic and Labour Force Development Coordinator.

Applications will be accepted until Friday, May 5th, 2023.

We thank all those who apply; only those who have been selected for the next stage will be contacted.

Please join us in welcoming our new employee.

As the Restigouche Regional Service Commission (RRSC) moves forward with the integration of its new mandates and services related to the local governance reform, our services are expanding, and our team is growing.

The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Restigouche RSC, Betty-Ann Fortin, is pleased to announce the following nomination:

Jessy Akerley joins the RSC team as a Communications Officer. Jessy will take care of all RSC communications. He will be responsible for the media visibility of the Commission, the awareness and education of programs related to the various services we offer. He will also design material and documents relating to RSC services for residents.

His previous experience with the media and communication will certainly be an asset in his new role!

jessy@commissionrestigouche.ca

(506) 760-0614