Village of Masset

January February 2021 Newsletter

GARBAGE RATES

Residents of the Municipality of the Village of Masset

Please be advised that the garbage rates, as set by the North Coast Regional District, are increasing by $4.00 per month, as of January 1, 2021.

The following are the new totals:

 

New monthly rates

                         Regular     Senior

Water                 20.00          13.00     

Sewer                15.25          12.50

Garbage             28.00          28.00

TOTAL               63.25          53.50

 

New total billed every 2 months

                           Regular     Senior

Water                  40.00          26.00

Sewer                  30.50          25.00

Garbage              56.00          56.00

TOTAL               126.50        107.00

 

*Note to anyone with Automatic Transfers set up, please ensure you adjust your payments for the new amounts to ensure a smooth transition.

 

BC ASSESSMENT NOTICES

Keep your eyes open for the BC Property Assessment notices.  The assessment is based on July 1, of the previous year’s market values.  For more information on how assessments are determined please contact 1-866-825-8322.  You can also get more information regarding this issue online at https://www.bcassessment.ca/ 

 

UTILITY AND PROPERTY TAX BALANCES

Please be advised that any outstanding amounts on your utility account as of December 31, 2020 have been transferred to your property taxes as arrears and will be accumulating interest.

2020 property tax amounts outstanding as of December 31, 2020 have been transferred to arrears and will be accumulating interest.

*This includes people who have automatic transfers set up from NSCU.

 

GARBAGE PICKUP

A reminder to all residents in order to avoid messes and encounters with wildlife please ensure your garbage is secured in an appropriate receptacle and left at the curb on pickup days.

 

SCHOOL IS BACK IN SESSION

Please slow down!!!

The Speed Limit in a School Zone is 30 km/hr 8:00 am - 5:00 pm school days

 

BE NICE AND CLEAR YOUR ICE

With the arrival of winter weather, the Village of Masset would like to remind you to consider the safety of others in making an effort to keep snow and ice clear from the sidewalks adjacent to your property, both residential and commercial.

 

WATERLINES

Now would be a good time to make sure your waterlines are prepared for the cold. Each winter we see frozen pipes that cause damage and often require a call out fee for village staff to shut water off. Being prepared can save you money and prevent a big cleanup.

 

BUSINESS LICENSE RENEWAL

Business License Fees are now due for 2021.  If you are paying online or at the Credit Union, please notify the office to ensure that your payment is applied to the correct account. 

If you no longer require a business license, please call the office at 250-626-3995.

 

DOG TAGS ARE DUE TO BE RENEWED

When licensing your dog we require their name, colour, breed and your contact information in case he or she is picked up.

Annual License Fees

Neutered/Spayed                $ 15.00

Intact                                   $  40.00

Seniors                                $   5.00

Renewal                              $   5.00

(No GST charged on tags)

 

NOTE FOR SENIORS

If you are 65 yrs. or older please let us know, the Village of Masset offers a seniors rate for utilities.  Proof of age is required for us to apply this lower rate.

 

NORTHERN HAIDA GWAII VISITOR CENTRE

The visitor centre is now closed.

Please call the Village of Masset Office at 250-626-3995 if you have questions.  Hours of operation are Monday through Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.

 

VILLAGE OF MASSET

The Village of Masset office is now open to walk in traffic.  Please help us by using the drop box located to the left of the door for payments if possible.  Service is limited to two customers inside at a time. If you have any questions or concerns please call 250-626-3995 Monday to Friday 9:00 am to 4:00 pm or the following is a list of email addresses:

Chief Administrative Officer

vom@mhtv.ca

Chief Financial Officer/Tax Inquiries

cfo@mhtv.ca

Utilities

vomub@mhtv.ca

General Inquiries

vomadmin@mhtv.ca