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COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
May 20, 2010

2010 Great Kids Award - Nominate a Great Kid Today!
The Government of Alberta knows that our province is home to thousands of kids who do great things everyday for themselves and others - at home, at school and in the community.  Great Kids are a diverse group of children and youth between the ages of five and18, who are recognized by their determination , generosity, compassion and strong spirit. For more information: www.greatkids.alberta.ca

Nomination Deadline: June 14, 2010
 

COUNCIL MEETING HIGHLIGHTS
April 15, 2010

Local Assessment Review Board
Smoky Lake County appointed Councillor Lori Danyluk as the elected representative and Angela Semeniuk and Judy Makowichuk as members-at-large to the Local Assessment Review Board.

Designation of Highland Hall at Barich as a Municipal Historic Resource
Third and Final Reading was given to Bylaw No. 1210-10 for the purpose of designating the Highland Hall at Barich as a Municipal Historic Resource, located on Pt. SW 15-60-18 W4.

County sells land in Warspite
Council accepted Mr. Weiss's Offer to Purchase Plan 042 5044; Block H; Lot 2A (Warspite), in the amount of $3,690.00 plus GST, subject to the following conditions:

1. Servicing of the lot with natural gas at a cost of $3,500, plus GST;

2. Development of permanent improvements approved by Smoky Lake County, within two years;

3. The permanent improvement(s) must be assessed by the County Assessor at no less than $40,000.00;

4. Title to the parcel will only be transferred upon confirmation of improvement(s) assessed value by the County Assessor.

2010 Tax Bylaw passed
Bylaw 1211-10 was given Third and Final Reading, to authorize the rates to be levied against assessable property within Smoky Lake County for the 2010 taxation year.

Request for Proposal: Construction Project No. C21012
Five tenders received and evaluated:

1. $378,000 - Teare Creek Contractors Ltd.

2. $281,400 - Location (1989) Cats Ltd.

3. $210,382 - R & A Construction Ltd.

4. $198,209 - Cruickshank West Inc.

5. $191,625 - Crow Enterprises Ltd.

Smoky Lake County awarded the Construction Project No. C21012 to Cruickshank West Inc. from Lac La Biche.

County approves purchase of new Excavator
Smoky Lake County authorized the purchase of a new 2010 Hyundai Hydraulic Track Excavator, for the amount of $231,288.00 from Yellow Tractor Works in Edmonton.

Donation to Links to Learning Donation
County Council donated $800.00 to the Links to Learning Literacy Program Society to support the Classroom on Wheels Bus Program.

Regional Emergency Services Communication Project
Smoky Lake County received a letter from the Minister of Municipal Affairs announcing that Municipal Sponsorship Program grant funding of $85,749 was approved for the joint partners of Smoky Lake County, Town of Smoky Lake and the Villages of Waskatenau and Vilna, to implement the Smoky Lake Region Emergency Services Communication Project.

Regional Economic Development Strategy Implementation
Smoky Lake County received a letter from the Minister of Municipal Affairs announcing that Regional Partnership Initiative grant funding of $100,000 was approved for the joint partners of Smoky Lake County, Town of Smoky Lake and the Villages of Vilna and Waskatenau, to implement the Smoky Lake Region Strategic Plan, over the next two years.

 
To Help Prevent the Spread of H1N1

Smoky Lake County is taking a proactive approach to the upcoming influenza N1H1 strain that is expected to hit during this fall season.  Residents, who are feeling the onset of flu-like systems, are encouraged to avoid coming to the County Office to pay their utility or tax bills. Bills can be paid in alternative ways from the comfort of your home:

·       Internet Banking can be set up with the help of your local bank; and

·       Telephone Banking can be set up with the help of your local bank.

Whether you have flu symptoms or not, you should:

·       Cover your cough by coughing into your elbow or sleeve or use a tissue to cover your nose and mouth when coughing or sneezing and discard tissue.

·       Wash your hands often with soap and water, especially after coughing or sneezing.  Hand sanitizers are also effective.

·       Reduce the spread of germs by limiting toughing your eyes, nose or mouth and by washing your hands frequently.

·       Maintain your health by taking care of yourself and those in your care, including eating a healthy balanced diet, avoiding cigarette smoke and other harmful substances, being active and getting enough sleep.

Further information on H1N1 and maintaining public health and safety during this flu season is available through the County Office.  For further information, contact:

Trevor Tychkowsky
Director of Disaster Services       
(780) 656-3755
ttychkowsky@smokylakecounty.ab.ca      

Alberta Health Link
1-866-408-LINK (5465)

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Monday, August 30, 2010

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Calendar

August 2010

Meetings

Regular Council
AUGUST 24, 2010
@ 9 AM

SEPTEMBER 23, 2010
@ 9 AM
 

Grass Cutting in Road

Right-of-Ways
County staff will maintain the responsibility of cutting the grass in the road right-of-ways.  However, land owners or renters may cut the grass in County right-of-ways adjacent to their land.  Persons wishing to cut in right-of-ways not adjacent to their own land must get written permission of the adjacent land owner prior to doing so.

Gravel Truck Courtesy

When approaching a gravel truck with flashing lights, please stop and allow ample room for the safe completion of the spread of the gravel. 

The driver will accommodate the passing of vehicles at reasonable intervals to ensure safe passage of vehicles.

This practice allows for the safety of travelers and operators and also allows for the consistent laying of material on the roadway.

Signs & Road Damage

If you see any damaged or missing roadway signs and / or damage to County roadways, please contact the Public Works Shop at 656-3755

Snow Plowing

With the amount of snowfall this year already, the County asks residents that plow the snow at their driveway entrances to have snow moved well into the right hand corner of the entrance’s ditch.

This improves the ability for our grader operators to lessen the amount of snow left at driveway entrances, while grading County roads.

In addition, residents are asked to not leave ridges of snow on the County roads.

Snowmobile Reminders

Please be advised that snowmobiles are to keep to designated routes and avoid trespassing on private property.