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The Town of Bonavista Council seeks your input for the updated Municipal Plan & Development Regulations. PUBLIC CONSULTATION Bonavista Fire Hall 7 Forbes Street, Bonavista September 8th, 2025 7:00 pm If you have any questions or would like an electronic copy of the updated Plan, Regulations and Land Use Zoning Map, please contact the Town, or drop by the Town Office during business hours to view paper copies of the documents and map. info@townofbonavista.com or call (709) 468 - 7747

The Town of Bonavista is inviting tenders for the following:  Old Day’s Pond Boardwalk Partial Replacement & Conservation Project Tender documents and specifications may be obtained at the Town Office, 95 Church Street, Bonavista or from the link below. Please phone (709)468-7747 or email echo@townofbonavista.com for additional information.  Tenders in sealed envelopes only and clearly marked “Tender - Old Day’s Pond Boardwalk Partial Replacement & Conservation Project, Town of Bonavista” and will be received up to 3:00 pm on September 5,  2025, directed to the following:  Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer Town of Bonavista 95 Church Street Bonavista, NL A0C 1B0 DOWNLOAD TENDER DOCUMENT >> HERE

Attention Bonavista Residents: Due to ongoing dry conditions, our community’s water supply is now at a critically low level. Effective immediately, a Water Usage Ban is in place  to protect our essential supply. This is not a precaution — it’s a necessity. With the high fire index  in our region, every drop counts. If a fire emergency occurs, our fire department must have the water it needs to protect lives, homes, and our community. Without your cooperation, we risk facing dangerous shortages. If water usage does not decrease immediately, there is a high potential that all community water services will be temporarily shut off to conserve our remaining supply. Do your part — let’s not get to that point. Your cooperation is essential. By conserving water now, we can protect our supply for drinking, sanitation, and emergency services — and avoid more severe restrictions later. Enforcement : Town staff will be actively monitoring compliance with this Order. Violators may be subject to penalties. Thank you for doing your part to keep Bonavista safe and supplied. Prohibited Until Further Notice Stop all non-essential water use , including: Washing vehicles Watering lawns, gardens, or flowers Filling swimming pools, hot tubs, or ponds, etc. Any other unnecessary outdoor water use How You Can Help Indoors Small changes make a big difference: Take shorter showers (skip baths for now) Turn off taps when brushing teeth or shaving Postpone laundry and dishwasher use Hand wash dishes with minimal water Use collected rainwater for plants (if available) Town Measures All hydrant flushing is suspended The Neck Road splash pad  will remain closed Public Works is monitoring supply levels daily

Due to extreme dry and drought conditions, the Town of Bonavista is asking all residents to take important steps to help protect our community’s water supply and prepare for potential wildfire risks. Water Conservation: Our water reservoir is extremely low. This situation is extremely serious—we must all take immediate action to conserve water and prevent a critical shortage. Please follow the current water ban: - No lawn or garden watering - No washing vehicles or driveways - Limit non-essential water use indoors and outdoors Every drop counts – your cooperation is vital to ensuring water remains available for everyone. Wildfire Preparedness: With ongoing heat and drought, wildfire risk is extreme in our province. Residents, especially those in wooded areas and in the community of Spillars Cove, should be prepared in case of an emergency. Be Ready: - Know your evacuation routes and listen for official alerts - Prepare a “Go-Bag” with ID, important documents, medications, chargers, clothes, food, water, and pet supplies - Before leaving, close all windows and doors, turn off gas/propane, and move flammable items away from your home - Help others by checking in on neighbours, especially seniors or those without transportation Stay Informed: Follow updates from: - Government of NL - Town of Bonavista - Local news and official weather apps The Town of Bonavista has emergency measures in place should a situation occur, and we will communicate updates promptly through official channels. By working together—calmly and responsibly—we can protect our water supply, stay safe from wildfire risks, and support our neighbours. Our thoughts are with all Towns affected by past and ongoing fires. Thank you to everyone doing their part.

The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a convenience store business at 11 Church Street. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Mixed Use - Heritage (MU-H) zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014 -2024. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be received by the Economic Development and Heritage Officer, Town of Bonavista, no later than 4:30 pm on August 13th, 2025. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer at the contact info below. Please submit all correspondence to:  Crystal Fudge Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer t:  1-877-571-9785 e:   echo@townofbonavista.com

The Town of Bonavista is advising all residents that effective immediately, a temporary water ban is in place due to low water levels caused by ongoing dry conditions and potential fire risks. During this ban, the following activities are NOT permitted: – Lawn watering – Car washing – Filling pools or hot tubs – Power washing of driveways, siding, etc. – Any other non-essential water use These measures are necessary to help restore and maintain an adequate water supply for essential services and residential use. We appreciate your cooperation and ask all residents to conserve water as much as possible during this time. Town staff will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates as conditions change. For questions or concerns, please contact the Town Office at 709-468-7747 or email info@townofbonavista.com . Thank you for doing your part to protect our community’s water supply.

The Town of Bonavista has received an application to operate a short-term accommodation at 50-60 Coster Street. This type of business is identified as a discretionary use in the Residential (RES) Zone of the Town of Bonavista Development Regulations, 2014 -2024. The Town is considering the application under its discretionary authority, and anyone wishing to make representation on this matter must do so in writing and must be received by the Economic Development and Heritage Officer, Town of Bonavista, no later than 4:30 pm on July 4, 2025. Further information can be obtained by contacting the Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer at the contact information below. Please submit all correspondence to:  Crystal Fudge Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer t:  1-877-571-9785 e:   echo@townofbonavista.com

Please be advised that over the next few weeks the Town of Bonavista will be completing road repairs. Pavement will be cut in various locations around town, with paving to be completed shortly after. Please be cautious of sharp edges of asphalt while driving through these areas and obey town signage when work crews are on site.

The T.K. Kelloway Train Station and train have long stood as a part of Bonavista’s heritage and have played a role in our community’s history. Over the years, the Town Council has made considerable efforts to maintain both the building and the train, recognizing their value to the community.   However, after many years of discussion and careful consideration, Council has made the difficult decision to remove the train. This decision was not made lightly. It reflects the need to prioritize essential public services and infrastructure over the significant and ongoing costs associated with restoring and maintaining the train.   Former Town Manager and Councillor, Calvin Rolls, was among the first to lead preservation efforts, often painting and patching the train to give it renewed life. We gratefully remember his dedication, along with that of others in the community who tried to preserve the site. Unfortunately, despite these efforts, the train has continued to deteriorate like so many other trains across Newfoundland. Years of weather, sitting next to a corrosive saltwater harbour and vandalism have left the train in a condition beyond what a fresh coat of paint or basic repairs can fix.   At a regular meeting in May, Council reviewed the public funding priorities, liabilities, and long-term costs associated with the train site. The estimated cost to fully restore the train and site would exceed $1 million. Even temporary fencing and security, should the town wish to delay for restoration, would cost upwards of $50,000. Securing the site long-term would also pose challenges related to public safety, vandalism, and legal risk.   Council has determined that taxpayer dollars are better invested in critical local priorities such as a new water treatment plant, road paving, water tower removal, sidewalk expansion, ongoing development of the cruise ship industry, O’Dea’s Pond Boardwalk upgrades and other recreation additions.   Following the May meeting, when the motion for removal was passed, Town Management began exploring several options for the train’s removal. These options include selling, scrapping, or donating the train. A final decision on the method of removal has not yet been made.   What does this mean for the train station site and the surrounding property? Once the train is removed, the Town plans to enhance the area by creating a public park. Proposed features include commemorative panels and a potential mural to honour Bonavista’s railway history. The train station building will remain, and its future use will be considered in upcoming Council discussions.   Council appreciates the public’s understanding as we balance our respect for the past with the needs of the present and future. We remain committed to preserving our history in thoughtful and sustainable ways.

As of today, May 29th, 2025, the boil order that was issued on May 21, 2025 has been lifted.

Due to equipment failure, a boil water advisory is in effect for the Town of Bonavista until further notice. Water treatment equipment is back up and running. Please boil tap water before using it for drinking or cooking. We will advise the public once the order has been lifted.

The Town of Bonavista is inviting tenders for the following:  2025 FLOWERS & PLANTS FOR COMMUNITY GARDENS AND PLANTERS Tender documents and specifications may be obtained from the Town Office, 95 Church Street, Bonavista or below. Please phone (709)468-7747 or email info@townofbonavista for additional information.  Tenders in sealed envelopes only and clearly marked “Tender - 2025 Flowers & Plants for Community Gardens and Planters” and will be received up to 12:00 noon on May 30,  2025, directed to the following:  Economic, Culture and Heritage Officer Town of Bonavista 95 Church Street Bonavista, NL A0C 1B0 The lowest or any tender received not necessarily accepted. Town of Bonavista – Plant List 2025 Light blue Lobelia 4 flats Dark blue Lobelia 2 flats White Alyssum 6 flats Purple Alyssum (Royal carpet) 4 flats Pink Petunia 6 flats White Petunia 9 flats Cosmos 4 flats Blue Petunia 8 flats Blue/Purple Petunia 6 flats Silver Mist Licorice 50 pots Pansy (solid blue) 6 flats Pansy (solid yellow) 6 flats Pansy (solid orange) 6 flats Viola (white) 1 flat Viola (pink) 1 flat Sassy Red Argyranthemum 30 pots Nonstop Red Begonia 30 pots Mohave Dark Red Strawflower 20 pots Snapshot Red Snapdragon 4 flats Snapshot Yellow Snapdragon 4 flats Creeping Verbena (bright pink) 22 pots Creeping Verbena (deep red) 22 pots Yellow mum 20 pots Gazania 10 flats Dark Purple Petunia 4 flats Dark Red Begonia 10 baskets Flowering Cabbage 1 flat Dragons Breath Plumed Celosia (same color) 15 pots/1 flat Dusty Miller 5 flats Spikes (red) 20 White/Silver Wave Petunia 10 baskets Purple Wave Petunia 10 baskets Pink Wave Petunia 10 baskets Bush Marigold (orange) 2 flats Bush Marigold (yellow) 4 flats Globe Blue Spruce 6 pots Blue Spruce 5 pots Russian Pea Shrub 6 pots Rhododendron (red) 3 pots Rhododendron (white) 3 pots Rhododendron (dark purple) 3 pots