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Town of Trenton Announces New CAO

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Published: Monday, 03 November 2025 14:32

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Town of Trenton Announces New Chief Administrative Officer (CAO)


The Town of Trenton is pleased to announce the hiring of Gabryel Joseph as its new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), effective September 22, 2025.

“We are thrilled to welcome Gabryel to our team,” said Alec Dove, Mayor of Trenton. “His proven track record in municipal leadership and managing complex projects will be invaluable as we continue to build a strong, sustainable future for our Town.”

Joseph brings 17 years of experience in municipal governance and public administration, having worked for local governments in Nova Scotia, Alberta and British Columbia. In this leadership position, he will oversee the day-to-day management of municipal operations, working closely with the Mayor & Council and Town staff to implement policies, programs, and services that align with the needs of Trenton's residents.

“I am excited to take on this new role and work with Council, staff and residents to build Trenton’s future,” said Joseph. “Trenton has a rich history, and I look forward to seeing what we can create together moving forward.”

For further information or media inquiries, please contact:

Gabryel Joseph
Chief Administrative Officer
(902) 752-5311

Employment Opportunity - Spare Crossing Guard

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Published: Wednesday, 29 October 2025 08:30

The Town of Trenton is seeking a reliable person to work as a Spare Crossing Guard.

The successful candidate will fill in for the regular crossing guards and have the availability to accept on-call shifts. There are two shifts (morning and afternoon) each day, Monday to Friday. This casual position will fill in on an as-needed on-call basis, at times on short notice.


EMAIL: 

MAIL TO:
Town of Trenton
Attn: Darryl Marcott, Public Works Superintendent
P.O. Box 328, 120 Main Street,
Trenton, NS, B0K 1X0

FAX: (902) 752-0090

The deadline for receipt of applications is Friday, November 14, 2025 at 4:00pm.

The Town of Trenton is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Caution: Sick Coyotes & Traps in Area

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Published: Monday, 20 October 2025 15:44

CAUTION: SICK COYOTES & TRAPS IN AREA

The Town of Trenton wishes to advise residents and trail users that technicians from the Nova Scotia Dept. of Natural Resources & Renewables have confirmed sitings of sick coyotes in Trenton.

They are setting up traps and placing signage currently concentrating in the area of the Airport Route Trail (Smelt Brook Park to Park Road).

Trail users are reminded to always follow the Town’s regulations to have your dog on a leash (per Dog Control By-law No.20). Residents are strongly encouraged to keep pets close to home.

“Be Coyote Smart”

Coyotes are normally shy and fearful of people. When this behaviour changes and they lose that fear, there is cause for concern. Learn more about coyotes and what to do should you encounter one by visiting the DNR website:

https://novascotia.ca/natr/wildlife/living-with-wildlife/be-coyote-smart.asp

 

Water Restrictions Usage Order LIFTED

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Published: Monday, 20 October 2025 14:44

WATER RESTRICTION USAGE ORDER LIFTED

Thursday, October 30, 2025

The Town of Trenton Water Utility wishes to advise residents that the Water Restrictions Usage Order put in place on October 20, 2025 has been lifted and is no longer in effect.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation with these restrictions as the Water Utility worked to have this issue corrected.

WATER RESTRICTION USAGE ORDER
IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE


The Town of Trenton Water Utility is calling for residents to LIMIT water usage to the following:

  • Cooking & Consumption
  • Personal Care

Please limit all other uses until further notice.

There is NO issue with the water quality at this time. These restrictions have been put in place due to an unexpected mechanical breakdown which has significantly reduced the amount of water that can be processed in a timely manner.

The Water Utility is working to have this issue corrected as soon as possible and we thank all residents for your patience and understanding.

October 2025 Water Bill Update

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Published: Friday, 03 October 2025 12:19

TOWN OF TRENTON NOTICE

UPDATE: Monday, October 20, 2025

October 2025 water bills remaining at the Town Hall have now been brought to the Trenton Post Office for delivery. 

The due date is Friday, November 14, 2025.

Friday, October 3, 2025
Re: October Water Bills


The Town of Trenton wishes to advise residents that due to the Canada Post strike, the quarterly water billing for October 2025 cannot be mailed out at this time.

The hard copy of all water bills are available for pick up at the Town Office (120 Main St) during public office hours: Monday to Friday (excluding holidays) from 9:00am to 4:00pm.

With this change, the due date has been pushed back to Friday, November 14, 2025.

If you require your account balance only, please call Town Hall at 902-752-5311.

Inter-Municipal Planning Strategy & Common Land Use By-law

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Published: Thursday, 11 September 2025 13:10

TOWNS OF STELLARTON, TRENTON AND PICTOU
PUBLIC NOTICE

EFFECTIVE DATE OF NEWLY AMENDED
INTER-MUNICIPAL PLANNING STRATEGY
AND COMMON LAND USE BY-LAW


Pursuant to Section 208 of the Municipal Government Act, notice is hereby given that the Minister for Municipal Affairs and Housing has determined that the Inter-Municipal Planning Strategy and Land Use By-law amendments for the Towns of Stellarton, Trenton and Pictou are not subject to approval by the Minister. Therefore, the effective date for these documents is September 12, 2025.

The amended regional planning documents are wide ranging, but will specifically include new provisions to allow for the following:
  • the introduction of tiny homes in specific areas under new R6 Zoning, and the introduction of such a zone in an area in the Town of Pictou;
  • allowing for tiny homes on existing undersized lots in Pictou and Trenton in the R2 Zone;
  • the rezoning of most areas currently zoned R1 to R2 (Residential Two Unit) to improve and expedite the permit approval process;
  • the elimination of the Downtown Commercial (C1-A) Zone, and encompassing those lands within the Downtown Core (C1) Zone;
  • allowing for more as of right approval permitting for multi-unit residential development in specific areas, to address the housing crisis and meet federal and provincial funding requirements;
  • allowing for revisions concerning accessory buildings and structures, such as solar energy initiatives;
  • a number of other “housekeeping” amendments, to improve the readability, interpretation and administration of the planning documents.
The newly amended documents & Common Land Use Bylaw are primarily intended to address efficiencies, and address the current housing crisis. They may be inspected at the Town Offices.

Further Information may be obtained by contacting:

Roland Burek, MCIP, LPP
Acting Planner/Development Officer
Email: 
Tel: 902-752-4476.

Policing Services Public Meeting

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Published: Wednesday, 11 June 2025 09:24

At the June 2025 Council Meeting, it was announced that the Town of Trenton will be transitioning our policing services from the New Glasgow Regional Police to the RCMP. A Public Meeting took place on June 25th in which members of the RCMP, Department of Justice and Town Council were in attendance to answer any questions and/or concerns from residents.

2025-26 Budget & Tax Rate

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Published: Wednesday, 14 May 2025 13:58

TOWN OF TRENTON NOTICE
2025-2026 Budget & Tax Rate

At the Town Council meeting on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, Council approved, accepted, and adopted the General Operating Budget of the Town of Trenton for the fiscal year from April 01, 2025, to March 31, 2026, in the amount of $5,782,715.00. 

After careful consideration by Council, we have approved the Town’s tax rates to remain unchanged from the previous fiscal as follows:

  • Residential & Resource property tax rate to stay at $2.04 per $100 of assessment
  • Commercial property tax rate to stay at $4.10 per $100 of assessment
  • Fire Protection rate to stay at $0.145 per $100 of assessment
  • Solid Waste (garbage collection) annual user fee rate of $146.00 per dwelling unit

Dependent on property assessments, property owners should see no change in their final tax bills set to be issued in September 2025.

Each year, the Town of Trenton aims to build a budget that balances setting a reasonable tax rate and delivering quality services while planning for significant infrastructure needs. In the short time since being elected, this Council has already faced many difficult decisions and is committed to making fiscally responsible decisions in the best interest of our community. We are confident Trenton will continue moving toward a sustainable and vibrant future.

Respectfully,

Mayor Alec Dove & Town Council

 

Related Documents:

Town Property Tax Exemption 2025-26

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Published: Wednesday, 14 May 2025 00:00

Town Property Tax Exemption 2025-26

The Application for Property Tax Exemption is available to any person assessed to a taxable property in the Town of Trenton; currently lives in the home; and whose total income from all sources for the 2024 year was less than $29,315 (total income means total household income excluding war veteran’s allowance or pension paid pursuant to the Pension Act).

Applicants must provide proof of income & the application signature MUST be witnessed at Town Hall (120 Main Street).

The full policy can be found here: 

Applications can be picked up at Town Hall during public office hours (Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 4:00pm). If you wish to print the application at home, it is available by clicking on this application link: 

The maximum exemption granted is $279.00.

All applications must be completed and returned to Town Hall no later than Friday, August 29, 2025.

2025 Property Assessment Notices

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Published: Thursday, 30 January 2025 11:45

2025 Property Assessment Notices have been mailed by Property Valuation Services Corporation (PVSC).

Did you know you can find more information about your 2025 property assessment online?

Log into My Property Report at www.pvsc.ca with the Assessment Account Number (AAN) and PIN on your 2025 Property Assessment Notice.

Still have questions?

Assessors are available by phone at 1-800-380-7775 or email at

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