Community

To: Municipalities and Local Service Districts in the Central Region,

Subject: Nominations for Central Regional Service Board

Now that the municipal elections are complete, we extend our sincere congratulations to all newly elected officials across the Central Region. We look forward to working with you as we continue to strengthen regional collaboration and service delivery.

We are now moving into the next phase of the Central Regional Service Board (CRSB) appointment process. Each municipality and local service district is invited to nominate one eligible individual to serve on the Board. As outlined in the Regional Service Boards Act, 2012, nominees must be one of the following:

Each municipality and local service district is invited to nominate one eligible individual to serve on the CRSB. As outlined in the Regional Service Boards Act, 2012, nominees must be one of the following:

• A municipal councilor
• A member of a local service district committee
• A member of a band council
• Members in the Town of Norris Arm South, Norris Arm North, Town of Bishop Falls, Botwood and Lewisporte are selected on a rotational basis. In accordance with our rotational policy, it is now Norris Arm South’s and Town of Bishop Falls to appoint a representative.

To support this process, we have attached an information package that includes:

• An overview of the CRSB nomination/election process – CNW-007 – 2025 Nomination Form (Final)
• A detailed Candidate Guide outlining eligibility, nomination procedures, and key deadlines etc. –CNW-007 – Board Election Process and Candidate Guide (Final)
• Nomination/Elections Forms – CNW-007 – 2025 Vote Delcaration Form (Final)

Please take special note of the following deadlines:

• Nomination Period – 8:30 a.m. on Tuesday, October 7th, 2025, and ending at close of business (4:30p.m.) on Thursday, October 30th, 2025
• Election Period – Notice of Candidates Friday, October 31st , 2025. The deadline to register a vote for one candidate will be on close of business (4:30 p.m.) Thursday, November 27th, 2025. Announcement of election results will be communicated publicly on Friday, November 28th, 2025.

We ask that this matter be tabled at your first council meeting to ensure timely submission of nominations.

Your participation is vital to ensuring strong regional representation. We thank you in advance for your attention to this important process and for your continued commitment to regional collaboration.

Best regards,

Pam Preston

Chief Administrative Officer

Central Newfoundland Waste Management

P.O. Box 254

Norris Arm, NL  A0G 3M0

Phone: 709-653-2900

Fax: 709-653-2920

Email: info@cnwmc.com

Web: www.cnwmc.com

Central Newfoundland Waste Management would like to welcome Geoff Beaton in his role as Regional Outreach Coordinator.

Before his role at Central Newfoundland Waste Management, Geoff spent 12 years as a Land Management Officer with the Department of Fisheries, Forestry and Agriculture, focusing on land use planning, legislative enforcement, and GIS-based analysis. He also has a diverse background in environmental protection, policy enforcement, and energy management. His unique skill set, including geomatics proficiency and certifications in hazardous materials response and environmental compliance, enables him to bridge the gap between technical knowledge and community-focused solutions. This combination of expertise allows Geoff to help businesses and communities navigate environmental regulations, improve sustainability efforts, and enhance corporate social responsibility through effective outreach and compliance strategies.

As the Regional Outreach Coordinator for CNWM, Geoff leads innovative public education and compliance initiatives that encourage sustainable waste diversion practices. He drives campaigns like the Blue Bag Compliance Initiative, facilitates waste audits, and is a resource to businesses and municipalities to identify waste management improvement opportunities and support local initiatives. His work emphasizes education and engagement on sustainable waste sorting, contamination reduction and recycling best practices through tailored education and on-site evaluations.

CNWM is paving the path to a cleaner, greener future—bringing communities, businesses, and organizations together to create lasting change.

Are you a business owner, municipal leader, or passionate volunteer? Join us in driving real sustainability solutions. Let’s team up and make a difference—today and for generations to come!

Contact Geoff at 653-2910 or geoff@cnwmc.com.

Effective March 1, 2025, a 2% interest charge will be applied to all past due accounts. This measure is necessary to ensure the continued provision of essential services and to maintain the financial health of our business.  By encouraging timely payments, we aim to enhance our ability to invest in infrastructure and services that benefit all residents and businesses.

We encourage all residents and businesses to ensure their accounts are current to avoid this additional fee.

Thank you for your business and attention to this matter.

Payment Options:

Email Transfer to info@cnwmc.com or contact the office to obtain banking information for EFT

Online banking -BMO-Scotia Bank – add Central Newfoundland Waste Management as a payee using your account number or RFID Card Number

Call our office or drop in to the regional site and pay with credit card/cash or debit.