Local Governance Reform

Local governance reform is now underway in New Brunswick. This restructuring is being led by the Local Governance Reform team, in conjunction with local governments and stakeholder groups. Our path forward will lead to a modernized local governance system with stronger and more sustainable communities, and an enhanced quality of life for all New Brunswickers.

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Election type: First election

Council type: Ward

Council composition:

  • 1 Mayor
  • 6 Councillors
  • 3 Wards

Transition facilitator: Don Ferguson

Communities:

  • Village of Blackville
  • Portion of the local service district of Blackville
  • Local service district of Renous-Quarryville
  • Portion of the local service district of North Esk
  • Portion of the local service district of South Esk
  • Local service district of Derby
  • Local service district of Sunny Corner

Related Links (GNB)

Publications

Local governance reform is now underway in New Brunswick. This restructuring is being led by the Local Governance Reform team, in conjunction with local governments and stakeholder groups. Our path forward will lead to a modernized local governance system with stronger and more sustainable communities, and an enhanced quality of life for all New Brunswickers. All content © Government of New Brunswick.

 

Government's plan to address the challenges

Read the white paper (pdf)

Feedback from our engagement process

Read what we heard (pdf)

Challenges and opportunities facing the province

Read the green paper (pdf)

Timeline

November - December 2021

  • Publish our white paper, "Working together for vibrant and sustainable communities"
  • Introduce Bill 82: An Act Respecting Local Governance Reform
  • End timeframe for suggesting changes to local governance restructuring (adjustments)
  • An Act Respecting Local Governance Reform adopted and given Royal Assent
  • End extended timeframe for suggesting changes to local governance restructuring
  • Announce Local Governance Reform and Toponymy advisors

January - March 2022

  • Orientation for transition facilitators
  • Form transition advisory committees for each entity
  • Determine electoral structure (wards, at large or hybrid, and number of wards)
  • Submit final entity outer boundaries to Elections New Brunswick
  • Submit final ward boundaries to Elections New Brunswick

April - September 2022

  • Sub-unit structure (taxation areas) provided to Service New Brunswick
  • Set finalized entities in regulation
  • Confirm appointment of Municipal Chief Administrative Officers for new entities
  • Provide detailed guidelines for each new mandate/service for Regional Service Commissions
  • Strategy requirements, weighted voting and cost- sharing formula for Regional Service Commissions
  • Confirm service delivery model for new mandate/services for Regional Service Commissions
  • Confirm Chief Executive Officers in all 12 Regional Service Commissions

October - December 2022

  • Finalize 2023 Regional Service Commission budgets
  • Elect new councils in entities requiring elections

January 2023

  • Restructured local governments and rural districts in place

July 2023

  • Establishment of regional strategy including priorities and actions for all Regional Service Commissions

January 2024

  • Establishment of regional approach to social mandate for vulnerable populations settling in larger urban centres (Southeast, Fundy, and Capital regions)

SOURCE: GNB

Questions?

Residents can voice their concerns or request additional information by calling the village of Blackville municipal office, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:00pm at 843-6337. Residents can also address their concerns at the regular council meetings held on the second Thursday of every month at 7:00pm at the Blackville Community Centre. Meetings are open to the public. To speak, written notice is required 24 hours in advance to the village clerk. Notice must state the residents name, as well as the topic they would like to speak on. It can be dropped off at the Blackville Community Centre, faxed to 843-6043, or emailed to .