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Request for Quotation: Snow Removal Services

The Rural Municipality of Alexandra invites quotations for snow removal services at the Alexandra Community Centre, located at 1197 Pownal Road, for the 2025–2026 winter season. The scope of work includes clearing the driveway and parking lot.

Quotations must be submitted by Tuesday, November 18th at 7:00 PM.

For further details or inquiries, please contact 902-330-5810 or send a private message.

Please note: The lowest or any quotation may not necessarily be accepted.

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MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT ENGAGEMENT AND CONSULTATION

The Government of Prince Edward Island is launching public engagement and consultation of the Municipal Government Act and Regulations in February 2025. This important initiative aims to refine the Act, ensuring it supports effective local governance and provision of local services. 

Whether you’re a municipal leader, municipal staff, a stakeholder, or a resident, your input is essential to shaping the future of municipal governance in Prince Edward Island. 

  1. Public Survey: A province-wide survey will be launched to collect input from Islanders on key aspects of municipal governance. Take the survey here(link is external). 
  1. Stakeholder Engagement: We will engage directly with key stakeholders to gather specialized input on specific areas of the Act.
  2. Written Submissions: We welcome written submissions from municipalities, organizations, and individuals. Share your thoughts in detail to help shape the review by emailing MGAreview@gov.pe.ca(link sends e-mail) or by calling toll-free 1-877-569-7619. Written submissions will be accepted until May 15, 2025. 

Rural Municipality of Alexandra Council members met with the consultant on April 1st to provide input regarding the Municipal Government Act.

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FEEDBACK WANTED ON PROPOSED CHANGES TO LANDS PROTECTION ACT

The Province is inviting Island residents to share their opinion on proposed changes to the Lands Protection Act. 

The Act regulates property rights, including limits on land ownership for individuals and corporations. The proposed amendments will strengthen landownership rules for non-residents by requiring them to obtain Executive Council approval before acquiring an interest in municipal property.  Municipal property is defined as any property of one acre or less located within a municipality that has an official plan. Previously, this type of property was exempt from the Act.

More information on these changes, including how to provide feedback, can be found at Lands Protection Act Public Consultation. 

Comments in English or French can be submitted to depthlc@gov.pe.ca(link sends e-mail) until April 18, 2025. 

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2025 Grass Cutting Quotes

The Rural Municipality of Alexandra is seeking quotations for grass cutting services for the 2025 summer season at the Alexandra Community Centre, 1197 Pownal Road.  This includes cutting grass and trimming.

Further information is available by contacting Sheila Whiteway at 902-330-5810 or sgw@hotmail.ca

Deadline for quotations is May 6, 2025 at 6:00 p.m.

Lowest or any quotation not necessarily accepted.

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Alexandra Community Centre

Proposed Child Care Centre

A proposal has been submitted to the Rural Municipality of Alexandra for a licensed after school child care centre to operate out of the Alexandra Community Centre at 1197 Pownal Road.  As a neighbour living in close proximity to the community centre, we would like to advise you of the plans to date.

Negotiations are ongoing with several details to be confirmed between the operator and the Rural Municipality of Alexandra.  To date, plans include the following:

  • The child care centre would operate after school Monday through Friday from 2:30 pm – 5:30 pm as well as 7:30 am – 5:30 pm on PD days and school breaks (winter, spring and summer).
  • The community centre will remain available for users to rent outside the hours of the child care operation.
  • Access to the community mailboxes will not be affected.
  • The proposed capacity would be 15 children and 1 staff person (acceptable child care ration).
  • Proper inspections would be undertaken prior to opening which include the Department of Education and Early Years, Fire Inspector and Department of Environment.
  • A lease agreement will be signed between the operator and the Rural Municipality of Alexandra with terms and conditions currently under negotiation.
  • This will provide a consistent and long-term source of revenue for the municipality as well as providing much needed child-care space within our community.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact The Rural Municipality of Alexandra at infoalexandrapei@gmail.com or reach out to any Council member.

Community Centre Renovations

The Rural Municipality of Alexandra has been successful in receiving approval of a funding application through the Rural Growth Initiative to complete renovations/updates to the Alexandra Community Centre. These renovations will make the building more accessible and will enable it to operate as an emergency reception centre if needed. Updates include roofing, an accessible wheelchair ramp, basement waterproofing, kitchen, plumbing and electrical updates. Renovations are beginning immediately and will be completed by the end of March, 2025. To get more information, please contact any Council member.

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