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24-Hour Parking Ban in Effect: January 29, 2024

Posted on Monday, January 29, 2024 11:45 AM

The 24-Hour Parking Ban will be in effect outside the Designated Downtown Area and Business District starting 7:00 p.m., Monday, Jan. 29, 2024.

On-street parking is prohibited 24-hours a day until the ban is lifted. Vehicles parked on the road during this time may be ticketed or towed.

An update will be issued to confirm when the parking ban will be lifted.

This parking ban is required for effective snow clearing and/or snow removal. Equipment operators can clear snow from roadways more...

Closing - Springdale Street (between Water Street and George Street West)

Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024 01:15 PM

Friday, January 26 (7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Motorists are advised that Springdale Street, from Water Street to George Street West, will be closed on Friday, January 26 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to facilitate the ongoing construction of the JAG Hotel. A traffic detour will be in place.

The City of St. John’s apologizes for any inconvenience. For more details or to report an issue, contact Access St. John’s by calling 311 or (709) 754-CITY (2489), via the app 311 St. John’s, or by email

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Application - 319 Hamilton Avenue

Posted on Thursday, January 25, 2024 11:16 AM

A Discretionary Use application has been submitted by The Market Family at 319 Hamilton Avenue.

Description

The proposed application is for a Restaurant (Take-out). Hours of operation will be Monday to Friday 6a.m. – 9 p.m., Saturday 9 a.m. – 9 p.m., and Sunday 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. The floor area of the business will be approximately 63m2 and is located on the ground floor. On-street parking is available.

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Space in Recreation Programs at Kenmount Terrace Community Centre

Posted on Wednesday, January 24, 2024 03:21 PM

Kenmount Terrace Community Centre has space in recreation programs for all ages and abilities: Tri-Sport, walk and wheel, youth drop-in, adult open gym drop-in and playgroup drop-in.

Walk and Wheel

Walk and Wheel is a free drop-in walking program. If you are finding it difficult to walk outdoors, or prefer to walk indoors, join us to walk or wheel in the gymnasium. Please bring indoor footwear. Free, o registration necessary.

Kenmount Terrace Community Centre: Mondays and Wednesdays, January...

Ward 4 By-Election: Voter Registration

Posted on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 12:01 PM

The by-election for the vacant Ward 4 Council seat will take place on Tuesday, March 12, 2024.

The City will once again be using a vote-by-mail system for the upcoming by-election. Residents of Ward 4 are encouraged to check the voters list to ensure they receive their vote-by-mail kit at the correct address. To learn if you are in Ward 4 you can check the City website.

The City relies on the permanent list of electors provided by Elections NL. If you have recently moved and/or reached the voting...

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Call for Members: Environmental and Sustainability Experts Panel - January 2024

Posted on Monday, January 22, 2024 01:50 PM

The Office of the City Clerk is accepting applications for three volunteers for the Environmental and Sustainability Experts Panel membership. This Panel provides City Council with expertise, opinion, and perspective about environmental and sustainability matters, including the City of St. John’s energy intensity, greenhouse gas emissions, adaptation, resilience, energy poverty, and environment. Additionally, the Panel is responsible for assisting in the progress of environmental and...

Street Closing - Springdale Street (between Water Street and George Street West)

Posted on Monday, January 22, 2024 01:39 PM

Wednesday, January 24 (7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)

Motorists are advised that Springdale Street, from Water Street to George Street West, will be closed on Wednesday, January 24 from 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to facilitate the ongoing construction of the JAG Hotel. A traffic detour will be in place.