Policies

This list is not a complete list of policies adopted by the Town of Lumsden, but rather a collection of policies most requested and of interest.  Please contact the municipal office if you have any questions.


Policy NameDate Adopted by CouncilDescription
AAsset Management Policy 
 June 9, 2020A policy for effective management of existing and new infrastructure assets.
    
 BBoulevard Lease Policy
May 7, 2024A policy for leasing portions of the municipal boulevard on main street for extra restaurant seating.

Building Official Services Policy
June 25, 2024A policy to review building official service.  
    
 CCemetery PolicyNovember 10, 2015A policy for the systematic sale of plots in the new section of the cemetery.




DDisconnection of Water Service & Adding to Tax RollMarch 15, 2022A policy to define the process for collection of overdue utility bills, disconnection of water services and adding amounts to the tax roll.




EElectronic Devices for Council MembersOctober 12, 2021A policy for the acquisition, use, disposal and replacement of electronic equipment required by members of Council.





Election Official Remuneration Policy
February 21, 2024A policy for Election Officials Remuneration Policy




FFinancial Reserve Policy
January 25, 2022A policy to establish reserves for planned future capital expenditures or unexpected events, and to manage the reserves in a responsible manner.




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IInterest Overdue Accounts Receivable
March 17, 2020A policy for adding interest to overdue invoices.




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LLate Payment PolicyJanuary 12, 2012A policy to address late payments on taxes or utility bills.




MMemoriam Donation Policy
June 25, 2024A policy for memoriam donations to the family members of an employee or Council member. 

Modified Work Hours Policy
August 27, 2024 Modified Work Hours Policy





Municipal Boulevard Lease Policy
May 7, 2024 A policy for Municipal Boulevard Leases.
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P, QPotash Asset Fund PolicySeptember 22, 2015A policy to allow for the accumulation of these funds to finance capital improvements & future replacement costs for the James Street North Bridge.




RRaw Water Service Connections PolicyJune 25, 2013A policy to prevent future raw water connections.




SSewer Rebate Blockage Policy
September 26, 2023A policy to provide a rebate for sewage blockages.

Sign Corridor PolicySeptember 8, 2015A policy to provide for a medium to promote goods and services of local businesses.

Snow Removal PolicyJune 9, 2015A policy to provide a snow removal phase list,  sanding, loading/hauling snow and property owner responsibilities.








TTax Enforcement Policy and Tax Arrears Payment Plan PolicyMarch 28, 2017A policy establish a method of tax enforcement as well as provide methods of tax payment to the ratepayer.

Tax - Courtesy Communication - Outstanding Property Taxes 
March 17, 2020A policy to send reminder letters annually, in October, to ratepayers who have outstanding property taxes.
U, VUrban Forestry PolicyJanuary 27, 2015Establishing the criteria for pruning, removing, replacing and planting trees on public property and trees shared with private property owners, as well as protecting established trees of historic value and ensuring public safety.




WWater Service Line RepairJune 9, 2020A policy to clearly define the obligations of property owners and the Town of Lumsden pertaining to water service line repairs.

Water Leak and Increased Water Consumption
June 25, 2024A policy for water leaks and increased water consumption
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