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The City of Westmount reminds residents that the Board of Revisors for the Electoral List will hold its sessions on the following dates: Without an appointment: Thursday, October 16, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. Friday, October 17, from 9 a.m. to 12......
Read moreThe application of Bill 22 in 2009 has resulted in a revised tax structure, meaning that you will receive ONE PROPERTY TAX BILL , sent from the City of Westmount, for local services as well as for agglomeration services provided across the island.......
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Recyclable materials are materials that can be reintroduced into the production process from which they are derived or into a similar process that uses the same type of material. Recovery is the process of sorting materials at home and having th......
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Food waste includes all raw, cooked or rotten solid food, soiled paper and cardboard such as paper towels, napkins and tissues, as well as indoor plants. All these are compostable . Composting is a very effective way to reduce landfill waste and......
Read moreOrganic materials are materials that are biodegradable by microorganisms, and therefore compostable. These include food waste, garden waste, and other types of waste from industrial and municipal activities.
Read moreParticipation in the composting programme is mandatory for residential buildings of 9 to 29 units . For all other address types in Westmount, participation is not mandatory, but is strongly recommended. Collection programmes for compost and recycli......
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Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) are household, automotive and outdoor maintenance products that present real safety, health and environmental hazards. Products marked as corrosive, explosive, flammable or toxic should never be disposed of during re......
Read moreWildlife installations can promote wildlife biodiversity and increase pollination of neighbouring plants Eligible products Pollinating insect hotels (bees,butterflies) Bat house Birdhouse Specific conditions The grant does not cover: Fee......
Read moreCollecting rainwater allows you to water your plants and lawn, or even to wash your car, with chlorine-free water. Using rainwater allows you to reduce your use of drinking water. Eligible products plastic or wood rain barrel Note: Any recipien......
Read moreDomestic composters allow you to produce a natural fertilizer, compost, which can be used to nourish the soil and plants, while reducing the quantity of organic waste (food and garden waste) sent to landfill. Eligible products worm composting bin......
Read moreUsing reusable diapers allows to significantly reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, and greatly reduces that amount of waste a household produces on a daily basis. Eligible products regular diapers: flat, pocketed, preformed, AI123-all-in......
Read moreUse mulching blades on your grass and fallen leaves, and allow them to mulch your lawn. They will decompose in 48 hours and produce a natural fertilizer that will help nourish your lawn while reducing the use of paper bags. Eligible products manu......
Read moreDisposable and single-use products are often used for a short time, but can take hundreds of years to decompose, harming the environment and wildlife in the process. Opting for reusable products reduces waste at the source! Eligible products wool......
Read moreReduce your consumption or water and energy with the use of a low-flow shower head and toilet. Bidets can reduce the amount of toilet paper used (a product that requires a lot of water to manufacture). Even better, use your bidet along with reusable......
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Montreal Fire Department Station 76 Information, prevention advice, building inspections, incident reports, fire station tours. Dial 911 for emergencies. Address 19 Stanton Street Wesmount Quebec H3Y 3B1 Telephone : 514 280-0874 Pre......
Read moreConsult by-law 1575 to establish a Planning Advisory Committee Role The Planning Advisory Committee (PAC) of the City of Westmount, given its exceptional built and landscape heritage, plays a significant role in its preservation and enhancement......
Read moreFollowing concerns raised by citizens concerning dust in local dog parks, the City of Westmount hired an independent laboratory, SOLROC, to carry out a study. Complaints included discomfort experienced by some from dust raised by the activity of dog......
Read moreThe assessor uses three approaches: comparison, cost and income. The Comparison Approach This approach is used to determine the most probable selling price of a given property by comparing it to similar properties that have been sold. The Cost Ap......
Read moreConstruction materials and storage of debris Construction materials and storage of debris should not encroach on the neighbour’s property and if possible, not be visible from the public way. The general contractor’s safety program should be posted......
Read moreForest Tent Caterpillar (Malacosoma disstria) Behaviour The Forest Tent Caterpillar is an insect native to North America that is widely found throughout the continent. In fact, it is one of the best known defoliating insects. The Forest Te......
Read moreWhile waiting for the results of an in-home water analysis, or for the completion of work to replace your service entry pipes, preventive measures can be adopted on a daily basis to reduce the risks of exposure to lead: Use cold water Running......
Read moreWestmount operates outdoor parking lots at the following locations: Greene Avenue between Sherbrooke Street and De Maisonneuve Boulevard Prince Albert Avenue near St. Catherine Street Tupper Street near Gladstone Avenue Victoria Avenue north of......
Read moreLeaving a vehicle engine idling is costly to the environment and to you. It pollutes the air you breathe and wastes your money. It’s also illegal. In Westmount, idling your vehicle for more than 3 minutes within a 1-hour period is banned.&nbs......
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To pay tickets or fines issued within 30 days of the infraction by the City of Westmount or Ville de Montréal, you can pay: Online Ville de Montréal and City of Westmount parking and traffic infractions can be paid by credit card (Visa or M......
Read moreBefore being installed in your home, the meter has been inspected by Measurement Canada, just as gasoline pumps and commercial scales. The majority of meters are tested every 12 years (some every 6 years). Once calibrated, the meter is sealed to ens......
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