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Andrew resident launches petition to have village affairs investigated Says she witnessed improper actions by council: over 100 names Andrew resident Sheila Lupul has launched a petition for an inquiry into the affairs governing the Village of Andrew. Lupul told the Lamont Leader that she witnessed first hand several breaches of conduct, protocol, and improper actions during the Dec. 10 council; and that’s why she decided to initiate the request via petition to have Municipal Affairs conduct an independent review of the Village of Andrew. With the guidance of representatives with Alberta Municipal Affairs, Lupul stated she drafted the petition. She began canvassing fellow resident/electors in the Village of Andrew just over a week ago and already has gathered around 100 signatures. Lupul said she will need 20 per cent of the population to sign the petition before it can be delivered to Municipal Affairs. During an interview at the Andrew Hotel on Saturday, Jan. 31 Lupul wanted it made perfectly clear that the petition has nothing to do with the issues between the former fire chief and/or firefighters and the village. At the Dec. 10th council meeting, Lupul said council was going through the minutes of the previous meeting when Coun. Osama Hamed told colleagues that he never made the motion to unappoint Fire Chief Barry Goertz. Coun. Hamed vehemently denied making the motion, but despite his objections, the minutes were not amended to reflect that.
Lupul, who was sitting in the gallery said she noticed Mayor Heather Tait and Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Pat Skoreyko whispering amongst themselves and referring to their notes, which sent up red flags with her. Lupul said coun. Brent Matiaszow also stated that coun. Hamed did not make the motion. Lupul said the motion was raised once again at the Jan. 28th meeting, and both Mayor Tait and CAO Skoreyko denied whispering or referring to notes during the Dec. 10th meeting. Coun. Hamed again denied making the motion. Lupul said coun. Mona MitchellFrampton vehemently MICHELLE PINON PHOTO denied making the motion to unappoint Andrew resident Sheila Lupul has launched a petition for an inquiry into the affairs governing the Goetz, and then present- Village of Andrew. ed an affidavit stating Jesse Lindberg to have the council about an hour and a half later and an such to council. During her recent discussions with meeting moved from council chambers official motion made by coun. Municipal Affairs, Lupul was told to the multipurpose room in the village Matiaszow, and vote in favour by the there had been “numerous calls” to office to accommodate residents, majority of council, that the meeting (approximately 100 in total), it didn’t was moved to the adjacent multipurMunicipal Affairs. Back on Dec. 10th, despite an initial occur. It wasn’t until Tammy Pickett pose room to hear the rest of the delerequest by firefighter and delegate brought forth a photocopy of the MGA gations.
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Former fire chief airs concerns with broader audience Michelle Pinon Editor
Former Andrew Fire Chief Barry Goertz was back before village council on Wednesday, Jan. 28th. “As a resident I approached council to be heard as a delegate.” Goertz said the purpose of his presentation was to point out inaccuracies, errors and omissions from a previous council meeting held on Dec. 10, 2014 Goertz pointed out specific errors and omissions during his report. Some of these included: *Andrew Fire Department (AFD) Capt Jesse Lindberg requested that the council meeting be moved from the chamber council to the multipurpose room in order to accommodate the large numbers of concerned citizens. This request was denied by Mayor Tait without consultation of council. This denial was not recorded in the minutes. *AFD Capt Jesse Lindberg requested a
motion to be made by council to have this council approach the County of Lamont and have the county take over operations of this Fire Dept. Mayor Tait responded that this would never happen due to insurance rates skyrocketing and the county’s inability to provide adequate service. In the minutes it is stating that a regional fire dept in St. Michael would have to be formed and this was the reason it would not happen. There was no mention of St. Michael or regionalization made during her response. During the process of reviewing these exact minutes, Coun. Hamed brought forward that there was an error in the minutes. Coun. Hamed brought forward that he had not made a motion from the past meeting, Coun. Hamed did not actually say what that motion was and then made reference to the “in camera” session and again stated that he did not make this motion. The minutes show or
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Former Andrew Fire Chief Barry Goertz, far right, being interviewed by CBC reporter Leah Larocque Saturday afternoon at the Andrew Hotel. Residents, former village councillors, and former firefighters were there to discuss their concerns about the recent actions of village council and the resignations of fire department members at the Jan. 28th council meeting. are recorded that he did in fact state that he did not, however, it states the full motion and not that he whispered it to the CAO, The minutes do not reflect that the Mayor responded that “The minutes are not changing, you made the motion, I heard you make the motion, no further discussion.” Coun. Hamed was not allowed any further recourse on this matter. “There were numerous other comments in the
minutes that did not show who actually made the comments - it is very misleading when these were recorded in the delegations reports. There were comments that were not actually said or even implied but are now showing up as recorded information,” stated Goertz. Goertz went on to say, “I realize that there was a lot happening that evening but these minutes are mean’t to be the official documents of
what actually happens in our council meetings. They must be accurate. At this council meeting alone, I brought forward over a dozen such discrepancies, pointed out Goertz. With regards to the resignations, Goertz said he waited until near the end of the Jan. 28 council meeting to hand in his resignation because he wanted to see first if council/administration had a clear plan for restructuring of the fire
department; and when that was not forthcoming, he handed in his letter of resignation. Goertz was extremely disappointed to learn the village had appointed an interim fire chief without prior discussion and input from fire department members. Goertz said the newly appointed Fire Chief, Corey Sagstuen was an exmember of the fire department.
Veteran Andrew firefighter shares his personal story Michelle Pinon Editor With no resolution in sight or concrete plan of action regarding fire services, long-time firefighter Jesse Lindberg felt he had no choice but to resign from the fire department on Jan. 28th. During his presentation to council he stated that, “Numerous attempts have been made to get answers, and after nearly two months, we still have no sign of direction or any other information provided.” Lindberg went on to say that, “After returning from an emergency traffic incident on Jan. 13th, we (fire department members), got a chance to meet (with village council and administration), and it was outlined that since we no longer have a chief or deputy, I was now responsible for three positions. This is a postion in which I am no longer willing to be in.
Lindberg said he felt forced into resigning. “I have been with this department for over 18 years and have watched councils and village CAO dismantle it on numerous occasions - so many times that I have lost track. I have dedicated over half of my life, thousands upon thousands of hours of training and responding to emergency situations as well as countless hours of volunteering to community events. I now feel that this is affecting my personal life and health as well as my livelyhood. I feel I have exhausted every effort to get explanations and feel the dept. will never function properly under the current council and CAO. I believe that you should have a complete review and restructuring.” Lindberg told the Lamont Leader in an interview on Saturday, Jan. 31 that he was told the department would have a say in choosing
the new chief, but that never materialized. He was also told that council were looking at couple of options in regards to the replacement for the fire chief position; but wouldn’t tell them who because they hadn’t talked to them yet. Lindberg also asked when they (council) would have an answer in respect to possible fire chief candidates, and was told they would try and have an answer by Thursday or Friday, Jan. 22 or 23rd. He agreed to Friday, but that Friday came and went without any names, added Lindberg. “The village said they had done a review and restructuring, but didn’t give any details,” added Lindberg, who was clearly baffled and disappointed by not getting any details in black and white. Lindberg feels he has been as patient as he could have been with the village, but seeing the appointment of a fire
chief at the Jan. 28 meeting, without prior knowledge or notification was a definite slap in the face, and was the last straw as far as he and fellow members of the fire department were concerned. Ken Hamaliuk, a 27 year member of the Andrew Fire Department, wanted to say the last eight years under the guidance of Fire Chief Barry Goertz
was the best in terms of leadership, training and accomplishments. “It’s sad to see the town treat him and us like that.” Hamaliuk, who attended the Jan. 28 council meeting, said he noticed a lack of professionalism displayed by council and that members were not following proper meeting protocol and procedures which he also finds worrisome. Continued on Page 3
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Veteran firefighter shares story Continued from Page 2 Village council met with county representatives for an emergency meeting. The village is also attempting to meet with the Fire Commissioner’s Office.
Randy Siemens, Fire Chief and Emergency Services Co-ordinator for Lamont County, stated that because they are still in preliminary stages of discussions there is nothing to report to the public at this time. Andrew Mayor Heather Tait stated that on Jan. 19 an emergency meeting was held with the Village of Andrew and Lamont County to solidify a concrete plan. At the Jan. 28th coun-
cil meeting resident Chris Lupul made a presentation to council, and asked point blank what the levels of fire service would be provided to residents, what contingency plan was in place, and what the restructuring plan consisted of as well as timelines. Lupul said he never received any answers from the Mayor, CAO or council members.
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Opinion People Power I'm likely not the first person to congratulate the residents of Andrew for standing up for their democratic rights. I would especially like to thank Sheila Lupul for efforts in launching a petition for an inquiry into the affairs governing the Village of Andrew. Lupul apparently witnessed firsthand several breaches of conduct, protocol, and improper actions during the Dec. 10 council; and decided to initiate the request to have an independent review of the municipality. With the guidance of representatives with Alberta Municipal Affairs, Lupul drafted the petition. She began canvassing fellow residents/electors in the Village of Andrew just over a week ago and already has gathered around 100 signatures. Lupul will need 20 per cent of the population to sign the petition before it can be accepted by Municipal Affairs. I would also like to applaud the residents who have already signed the petition. They, too, were willing to support the petition and principles of democracy. Like I always say, “Power to the people!” Michelle Pinon
Letter: Celebrate Canada’s Flag I invite Canadians throughout VegrevilleWainwright to celebrate the 50th anniversary of our national flag. Our flag is a symbol of our Canadian identity and a source of pride from coast to coast to coast. As we prepare to mark Canada’s 150th anniversary in 2017, celebrations like these help us understand more about our history and reaffirm our pride in a country that is strong, proud and free. Learn more about how our flag was created and what it means to us as a country. Show your pride by organizing your own public event in your region on Flag Day, or by taking part in the “Share your moment with the flag” challenge. The challenge invites all Canadians to share a photo or a short video of themselves with the flag, to share it on social media (Twitter and Facebook) using the hashtag (#FLAG50) and to encourage their family and friends to do the same. The 50th anniversary of the Canadian flag will be marked on February 15, 2015. Special events will be held across the country around that date, as well as in Canada’s Capital Region during Winterlude. Visit and for information on events, promotional material and details on how you can celebrate this significant milestone! Leon Benoit, MP
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Lamont firefighter ready to take the plunge Get Snowballs Deep Challenge to raise funds for testicular cancer Michelle Pinon Editor
You’ve heard of the Polar Bear Dip. Now there’s Get Snowballs Deep Challenge. Soon the event will be taking place in Lamont on Feb. 15th thanks to firefighter Scott Calder. Calder, who is a captain with the Lamont Fire Department as well as cohorts Dan Bowman, Kevin Price, and Kylee Dziwenko will be stripping down to their scivvies to raise funds and awareness for testicular cancer. If the team of firefighters reaches its goal of $500, Calder says they will strip down to their boxers and jump into the snow. If there is no snow, however, they may resort to ice shavings. Nevertheless, all of the funds raised will go to the organization Te s t i c u l a r C a n c e r Canada. “All our funds will go to Testicular Cancer Canada to help support their goals of raising awareness for young men to “Check em’ and their programs that support patients, survivors and caregivers who are affected by the disease.” Calder said he first heard of the national organization when he started looking for websites to see what
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information was available on testicular cancer. After son Adam was diagnosed with testicular cancer. making contact with a representative, Calder offered Adam was only 18-years-old and looking forward to up his support if they needed it, and a couple of his future after finishing high school. Adam spent the weeks ago he got a phone call wondering if he would rest of the school year in a chemotherapy centre. In the months that followed, Adam told me a story get involved in the fundraising challenge. Needless to say, Calder took up the challenge and enlisted the of when he was in Grade 10 and his testicle swelled; support of fellow firefighters. He is also receiving at the time, he was too embarrassed to say anything pledges from family, friends and co-workers, and about it. Throughout the long hours of chemotherasays that if anyone wants to donate to go to Testicular py, Adam dreamt of educating other young men Canada’s website where there is a listing for the about testicular cancer - going into schools and Lamont Fire Department. “Donations of $20 or more teaching young men not to be afraid of telling someone if they suspected they had a problem in their teswill receive a tax receipt.” Calder says testicular cancer is the number one ticles.. On Nov. 9, 2003, just seven months after his diagcancer for firefighters. “It (testicular cancer) is common, but it doesn’t have a high mortality nosis, Adam died. After he passed away, I vowed to rate.” Like any form of cancer, early detection is make my son’t dream come true, and with the help of friends and family, I formed Testicular Cancer very important. Testicular Cancer Canada’s mandate as out- Canada.” lined: “is dedicated to give men the tools to catch testicular cancer early, while acting as a support community for those who are and have been affected through our awareness and educational programs, so they can avoid painful, lengthy treatment and life-altering complications.” The organization works directly with If you have a claim against this estate, you must file your testicular cancer claim by March 5, 2015 and provide details of your claim. patients and their caregivers to offer With: Jeremy Antoniuk support and educaExecutor of the Estate tion from the start of their diagnosis to the end At: P.O. Box 532 of treatment, and into Lamont, Alberta survivorship. T0B 2R0 On the Testicular Cancer Canada website If you do not file by the date above, the estate property can there is a message from lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have. founder Cheryl Perry. “On April 22, 2003 my
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This week I’ve chosen to expand on a previous column about writing an Ethical Will. The reasons for investing the time and energy to create one are numerous and significant. It allows the writer to make her deepest wishes and values known. To leave a tangible legacy behind as a way of being remem-
bered. To confront mistakes and regrets; to inventory our lives; to help us age gracefully and celebrate life even when the end may be grim. To offer our wisdom and life experience to our survivors. The birth of our second grandson, Kade Ryan on November 19th was a blessing that emphasizes the continuity of life. An ethical will is a labour of love that will help this small boy learn over time who his grandmother is /was. It gives the writer a voice and a platform that might otherwise be hard to manage in today’s busy lives. It also allows us to tell our story in our own way and our own words. Because it is our final gift it will be as different as we are. The solo man in the small class I attended scanned photos of old
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Amount of garbage disposed of increases along with price Michelle Pinon Editor
The Town of Lamont will have to dig deeper into its pockets to pay for garbage disposal. Coun. Wayne Field told colleagues during his committee report last Tuesday evening, (Jan.27), the town will be paying around $10,000 more this year to the St. Michael Regional Landfill Commission. Coun. Field said the requisition is based on a four year average. “So the bottom line is the town will be paying $10,000 more than last year’s (requisition).” Coun. Field also pointed out that 41,000 kgs of garbage was generated by the public works department. Chief Administrative Officer Sandi Maschmeyer said that tonnage was because of the arena roof
and lagoon projects. Coun. Field said growth in the amount of garbage being produced seems to be on the commercial side than on the residential side. The only other variable, he suggested may be the splitting of loads with other municipalities. Maschmeyer said the town has the first morning pick up. She added there are dumpsters around town that are open to the public ie school, hospital, recreation centre. “That’s something we may want to look into and control it,” suggested coun. Field. Maschmeyer said the town will be fencing and locking those dumpsters. Coun. Gail Hrehorets said garbage is a problem and a challenge for the town, and recommended they get some strategies in place to deal with those issues. She
also suggested getting the schools more involved in recycling to help decrease the amount of garbage that is going into the landfill. Mayor Bill Skinner said he had noticed their have been a lot more home renovations in the community in recent years. Coun. Doug Pewarchuk asked if there was any way of measuring the amount of waste from the dumpsters in town? “Short of weighing their loads there is nothing we can do,” said Maschmeyer. As to whether the town will be increasing its garbage rates due to the increase in its requisition, Field said “perhaps, but not necessarily,” as they have the option of increasing the rates through fees or taking the funds from general revenue to cover the added expenses.
have hidden from them? What our top ten pieces of advice would be? What I envision for mine is a personalized one for each kid. It will be a combination of typed and handwritten parts done on archival paper and largely housed in an album. I will adopt the scanned photo idea. I will also include ephemera I may have saved or created
during my lifetime. Since Iím a painter incorporating images seems a nobrainer. Another idea that appeals to me is creating a PowerPoint presentation saved on a zip drive. As much as that is of the moment, we do have to wonder just how long that technology will exist. The written word, on the other hand, is forever. Packaging all this in a beautiful suitcase or
treasure box would be the final special touch. Addressing broad topics like personal information, personal happiness, the role of others, life advice, forgiveness, and final wishes provides the structure of the ethical will. It also makes what could be an intimidating and paralyzing job doable in bite-sized chunks, from where I sit.
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TAKE NOTICE that pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, the Council of the Town of Mundare proposes to adopt Bylaw # 862/15, an amendment to Land Use Bylaw #825/10 to change the Land Use Classification of:
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16/60 Minor Hockey: Lamont Bantams defeat CR Knights KERRY ANDERSON Here are some minor hockey results and upcoming games in the 16/60 Hockey League. Some results are late and have not been posted. Mundare Novice doesn't play a scheduled league game until Feb. 14 against Redwater at Mundare Arena. Lamont Novice (4-4-1) tied Sturgeon on Saturday 6-6. Alex Andruchow scored four goals for Lamont. Devon MacKinnon got a goal and an assist, and Ethan
Weleschuk also got a goal. Hayden Braybrook picked up an assist. Mundare Atoms (12-21) lost 2-1 on Jan. 25 to Devon. Caden Sawatsky scored the lone goal. Dylan Batog stopped 33 shots in the Mundare goal. Lamont Atoms (0-14) lost 6-0 to Redwater on Saturday, and then dropped a 4-2 decision in Leduc on Sunday. Gage Ridsdale and Dylan Onushko scored the goals for Lamont. Hunter Neufeld and Cody Pelrine picked up
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Lamont was leading late in the game but allowed two late goals and settled for the tie. Kelsey Eleniak, Daylin Harvey and Tyler Couillard scored for Lamont. Foulds was extremely busy in goal, stopping 41 shots. On Sunday the Lamont Bantams lost 4-2 to Vegreville. Connor Kardash and Austin Kardash scored in the loss. Lamont Midgets (811-1) lost a close 4-3 game to Redwater on Friday. Brylan Kolotylo got a goal and an assist.
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Expertise guides Aikido students in Bruderheim Michelle Pinon Editor
Members of the Bruderheim Aikido Club recently held an open training seminar. The seminar was very well received with a total 23 participants. Leading the training for children, youth, and adults was Sensei Cyndy Hayashi. “I always enjoy coming back to Bruderheim,” said Sensei Hayashi. She also enjoys watching the growth and development of the students. Sensei Hayashi also likes to mold the classes around the students. The focus, however, still remains on cooperation and respect for one another. “Because of David’s (Sensei David Kai) work with these children he has instilled those things and turned them into good mentors. It makes my job so much easier.” One of the key things she also instills in the children is the teaching that if you want or desire something, you have to have the will to do that. She also makes sure the students are comfortable and taken care of during classes. Although Sensei Hayashi has been teaching and developing skills and values on and off the mat, she never tires of her role as teacher, and always takes joy as well as spreads joy along the way.
MICHELLE PINON PHOTO
Sensei Cyndy Hayashi, far left, kept a close eye on this young participant, while some of the more experienced students had things well in hand.
“Let’s Celebrate Our Successes”, Town of Lamont to send out information bulletin Michelle Pinon Editor Lamont town council reviewed and approved the final draft of its forthcoming information bulletin during its Jan. 27 meeting. Titled: "Let's Celebrate Our Successes - What did we achieve in 2014?" the information bulletin, in the form of a four page flyer, is expected to be mailed out to 600 residents this week. Mayor Bill Skinner said, "This newsletter is our method of communicating to the general public all the things happening within our community. Many of these things are not visible activities. This has been developed over a number of months. We are planning to release the information now as a year in review." According to the final draft, the information bulletin states, "It is important to take the time to recognize those accomplishments. A lot of things done by a municipality are not obvious to the on-looker,
they happen behind the scenes and the work that goes into operating and maintaining a standard of living is not always apparent. Every job we do, whether it be big or small has an impact and while some are obvious, more are not." The information bulletin went on to highlight some of the projects that were completed in 2014 and some of the ongoing projects. The biggest project was the $1.7 million sewage lagoon expansion. Of that, $1.3 million was covered in a grant and the remaining balance budgeted by council. "The town has agreed to further expand on green spaces and parks and to also take water conservation measures, which, in turn, will reduced the amount of flow into the lagoon. These measures will save the town $222,000 that would have had to be paid to Ducks Unlimited." The 47th Avenue paving project was done at a cost of $703,237; CN crossing repairs done at a cost of $24,823 as well as
miscellaneous patching and concrete work at a cost of $68,412. "While these large projects garner all the attention and are highly visible to everyone, there are many things done by both staff and council that aren't so noticeable. Both groups contribute their time freely to ensure events and programs are available and run smoothly for the enjoyment of the residents. Christmas Light Up, the Community Fair, Community Awareness, Picnic in the Park, and the Town Wide Clean Up are examples of events that both council and staff volunteer their time to provide the community with activities." The bulletin went on to state, "We have been able to see some success in the legal battles that continue to consume a lot of time and energy." In terms of legal battles, Mayor Skinner would not disclose any information to the Lamont Leader because they are still ongoing matters, and he was not at liberty to discuss at the present
time. All Skinner could elaborate on was the fact the caveats on the Westerly lands have been released. The town is also nearing completion of installation of an electronic payment of taxes system. Other key items of operations were listed in point form for residents to peruse. The document went on to state, "No one thing sets us up for success. No one thing seems like a big thing. But
when you put all the se things together you can see that we are a small but mighty team. The team is comprised of council, staff and residents - no one team member can work effectively without all the other members. We CAN make Lamont a community of choice. We CAN make Lamont the envy of the region. We are making great strides towards our goals and we thank all of you for
helping us achieve that. We thank all of you for being a part of our journey and we look forward to continued successes and continued memories with all of you." It should be noted that coun. Steve Sharun donated the paper to print the flyers. The cost of mailing the flyers was quoted to be .17 cents per flyer for total estimated cost of $102.
Register for Kindergarten in EIPS today! Schools are now accepting Kindergarten registrations for children who reside in the designated attendance area. Your child may begin Kindergarten in September 2015 if he/she will be five years of age on or before December 31, 2015. Find out more in our 2015/2016 Kindergarten Guide, Kindergarten, It’s Only the Beginning , located online at www.eips.ca/kindergarten or at schools and businesses throughout the community.
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Lamont Hawks and Andrew
MICHELLE PINON PHOTO
The Lamont Hawks and Andrew Aces Novice hockey teams faced off last Tuesday and Thursday evening to play two games to see which team would advance to the second round of Provincial playdowns. Andrew defeated Lamont in the first game by a score of 9-4, and Lamont edged Andrew by a score of 6-5 in the second game. Based on the total of accumulated points, Andrew will go onto either play Mallaig or Smoky Lake in the second round of games in the weeks to come.
MLA Jacquie Fenske following suit on pay cut Michelle Pinon Editor
Wildrose Leader Heather Forsyth challenged the PC government to cut cabinet minister base pay by five per cent. “While my Wildrose colleagues and I welcome any cut to cabinet minister pay, I’m disappointed Premier Prentice chose not to take real action in addressing the bloated compensation packages Cabinet Ministers receive,” stated Forsyth in a Jan. 29th press release. Forsyth went on to say, “MLA wages should also immediately be rolled back by a full eight per cent to where they were before the PC’s rewarded themselves with an extra $11,000 in the fall of 2012. Wildrose brought forward a motion at the time to do this, and that motion was rejected by many of the same PC caucus supporting this change today. I intend to bring forward this motion again at the Members’ Services Committee meeting on February 4th. She continued on by saying, “If the Wildrose plan was implemented, taxpayers would save around $1.4 million and
Albertans would see real leadership. Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske said she has not been asked to take a pay cut at this time, but publicly stated the day following cabinet and the premier’s decision that she would be voluntarily following suit. “I understand that there is a process to follow to do just that and will have a better understanding of how to go about having my salary
adjusted as soon as possible after the all party committee’s meeting later next week.” Fenske went on to say, “With the drop in the price of oil and the adjustments some industries will have to be making in staffing and capital construction, and the adjustments Albertans will have to make because of those cutbacks, it is important to show leadership and that leadership needs to begin with me.
Public c Notice The Town of Bruderheim plans to sell
Plan 1026185, Lot 13A, Block 1 and Plan 4806U, Lot 10, Block 1 (4816-48th Avenue and 4820-48th Avenue) for $1 each, plus administrative costs. A condition of the sale is that a development must occur within two years of the sale. If the development does not occur, the land will revert back to the town.
If you have any questions about this sale please contact Patty Podoborozny, CAO, at the Town of Bruderheim office at 780-796-3731.
Those of us who were first elected in 2012 refer to ourselves as the Class of 2012 and we have voted to eliminate transfer payments, committee pay, with the exception of an honorarium for the chairs on meeting days, and eliminated the 1/3 tax free portion of our salaries. My remuneration consists of a salary and an RRSP contribu-
tion, similar to the way many other Albertans are remunerated. As MLA’s we receive an allowance to run our constituency offices and mileage etc. These expenses are published on the legislature web site for all to view.” Fenske said they must also consider the longer term consequences of the decisions they make
today. She also pointed out, “Our transportation infrastructure deficit has still not recovered from the Klein years cuts to highway maintenance. In my opinion, we need to make some tough decisions today to insure that Alberta, 10 years from now, remains the best place in Canada to live, work and invest in.”
Notice of Nomination Day Local Authorities Election Act (Section 26) Local Jurisdiction: Town of Bruderheim Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that Nomination Day is Tuesday, February 17, 2015 and that nominations for the election of candidates for the following offices will be received at the location of the local jurisdiction office set out below between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 12:00 Noon on Nomination Day. Office______________Number of Vacancies Councillor 1 Location (Address) of Local Jurisdiction Office: Town of Bruderheim 5017 Queen Street Bruderheim, Alberta T0B 0S0 DATED at the TOWN of BRUDERHEIM in the Province of Alberta, this 28th day of January 2015. Patty Podoborozny, Returning Officer Nomination packages may be picked up at the Bruderheim Town Office Monday to Friday 8:00 am-12 noon and 12:30 pm-4:00pm. Reminder: On nomination day a deposit fee of $100 must accompany the candidate`s nomination papers. The deposit fee must be provided by way of cash, certified cheque, or money order payable to the Town of Bruderheim.
10 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, February 3, 2015
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Kubota Enters Hay Tool Market! A three bladed disc is just one of the many features on our disc mowers which allow for a third less load per blade, an even load on the drive; smoother power usage and produces a neat, clean cut.
Product available March/April 2015 A hay tool line including pull type disc mowers, round balers, rotary rakes and tedders will carry the Kubota name and color in 2015. The new implements will be produced by Kvernland Group, which was acquired by Kubota Corporation in May 2012. Kubota’s acquisition of Kvernland strengthens their global product portfolio while providing an opportunity for their North American dealers to expand their offerings to serve the needs of their haymaking customers.
New Skid Steers! In addition to Kubota’s already very successful line of track loaders, we are pleased to announce the addition of two models of wheeled skid steer loaders.
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Lamont Leader’s Q & A with Andrew Mayor I want you to tell me why the village went ahead and appointed a new fire chief without informing or advising in co-ordination and cooperation of firefighters? How does that assist the village in restructuring of the fire dept? Response: Council was of the understanding that two members of the department had stepped up to accept the positions of both Acting Chief and Acting Deputy Chief. As a matter of fact, a meeting had been scheduled for the evening of January 13 at 7:30 pm. Clearly the department was still responding to emergencies because they responded to an emergency on Hwy 855 which understandably resulted in Council waiting until they were able to attend the meeting after addressing the emergency. At the January 13th meeting we asked for assurance that the two executives (Acting Fire Chief & Acting Deputy Fire Chief) were still interested in stepping forward. It was at that time that the Department advised us there was no one on the Department who could assume the rolls. We also let the department members know we had to meet with the County for an update and we planned to contact the Fire Commissioner’s Office for further clarity and guidance. We told the members that upon receiving further information from the County and the Commissioner’s Office we would schedule another meeting with department members. It was the department members who decided to be put on the January 28th council meeting agenda as a delegation at which time 10 resignations were received. Council resultantly called for a recess and invoked Mutual Aid. The meeting then resumed and an Interim Acting Chief was appointed. It had been the intent of Council to have someone in place during the transition should rebuilding of the Fire Department be nec-
essary. January 19th The Village and Lamont County held an emergency meeting to solidify a concrete plan. We were in communication with Randy Siemens, Lamont County Fire Chief, Lamont County Council, Lamont County CAO, Allan Harvey and the Fire Commissioners Office and were keeping everyone apprised throughout. Council’s decision to separate Mr. Goertz from the title of Fire Chief was a difficult decision, and was not made lightly. Mr. Goertz was not fired from the department nor was he asked to leave the department. However, the title of Fire Chief was indeed withdrawn. The decision was a result of and was required as several obligations related to the position were not being met. It had nothing to do with his ability or qualifications as a firefighter. The Village of Andrew is partners in a Fire Agreement with Lamont County and has a contractual obligation to report incidents and forward information to Lamont County on a timely basis. Firefighters I spoke with yesterday said they were expecting a concrete plan and the names of recommended candidates for the fire chief position when they met with village council and administration a couple of weeks ago? Response: I would like to make it clear that during the January 13th meeting discussions with the department, it was presented to the AFD that we were open and wanted to work with them in conjunction regarding their needs. Council’s priority was to address the issue at hand with regard to the AFD’s Chief and Deputy Chief and whom the AFD members would recommend from within, as per our Bylaw. Some of those firefighters said they resigned because of the lack of respect and cooperation displayed by the majority of council and administration
towards and with them. How do you respond to that? Response: Council had expressed that it was essential for the AFD and Council to open the lines of communication in order to operate as an effective team. However, we felt that there was a lack of respect and co-operation from the AFD as well. Communication, in order to work, normally requires both parties to share thoughts, feelings and recommendations so all involved can be part of a healthy, functioning organization. What policies and procedures were followed when in came to the selection of the new chief, qualifications, past relations with members, especially in light of the fact the new chief had stepped down from his roles and responsibilities with the department earlier in the fall? Also, in light he was the member who requested the use of fire department equipment and resources to host his daughter’s birthday party, and wedding barbecue? Response: The birthday party was not for a child of the Interim Acting Fire Chief. It was a birthday party for a child of a resident of the Village and someone who had absolutely no connection to the fire department. Council is in possession of several photos that clearly indicate this. However, due to FOIP regulations we are unable to provide these photos to the public as there are children in the photos and the physical location of the birthday party within the Village of Andrew is clearly visible. The wedding ceremony also had no connection with the Interim Acting Fire Chief. The wedding ceremony was in relation to another fire fighter on the department. The Village knew nothing about the function until the night prior. By the time the Village found out about it, the fire hall had already been set up in preparation for the event. We have a copy of a July 18th email
to Mr. Goertz in which we inquired why the Village was not notified that a wedding was or would be taking place at the fire hall. If Fire Fighting Equipment is parked outside of the Fire Hall it is deemed “Out of Service”. Many things need to be considered in a situation like this. Such as, did the event hosts carry ample private insurance in case someone got hurt? If they didn’t, the Village may have very well been held liable should something have happened. When the Village learnt about the event the Fire Chief was advised that in consideration of the equipment being parked outside it was not ready to go in the event of a call out. Considering the fire hall interior was filled with chairs and other wedding ceremony amenities. The chief was formally requested to contact neighbouring Fire Departments informing them we are “Out of Service” for the night and possibly the next day and that Mutual Aide would be required. Should a call have come in, and with the chairs, etc. in the hall, it was clear department members would have had difficulty getting to their gear and other necessities. The Chief was reminded that liquor is not permitted in the fire hall for any reason at any time due to liability issues. The Village possesses emails between the Village and Mr. Goertz with regard to the wedding, fire trucks being put in other hall, Mundare department being contacted, and Prairie Ambulance having been asked to move the ambulance to another location because of the wedding. As part of our policies, procedures and our bylaw the Fire Department is to select a Fire Chief. As no one from within wanted or could step up to the positions we had no alternative but to appoint an external Interim Acting Fire Chief. In respect to the petition that is circulating
around the village asking electors to support an inspection into the affairs and operation of the municipality; how do you respond to that? What efforts has the village made to accommodate residents questions, requests for information, and addressing their concerns? Response: We have heard a petition is circulating, but have not seen anything concrete in that regard. We are currently working on a detailed communication and it is our intent to provide as much information as possible, within FOIP regulations, and have it available to the public as soon as possible. CBC has conducted an interview, and we continue to work with Lamont County, and are in the process of contacting the Fire Commissioner’s Office so that the information we put forth will be clear, concise and perhaps provide everyone with a better understanding of the issues. Since the village no longer has a fully functional fire department, what provisions have been put in place to protect and serve residents? Response: We are working in conjunction with Lamont County, Randy Siemens, County Fire Chief, and the Office of the Fire Commissioner and expect a resolution this week. The Village’s main priority currently, is to provide safety and security for Village and County residents. Why did village council and administration meet with elected officials and administration with Lamont County on Friday? Response: In an attempt to find a partnered resolution based on our contractual agreement through a signed Fire Agreement. Communication Between AFD, Village of Andrew and County Reps. •November 27th Registered letter to AFD Fire Chief •December 1st Registered letter received
•December 2nd Contacted County Fire Chief ensured emergency response and to facilitate meeting with AFD •December 3rd - AFD to Village - Letter of notification, AFD Fire Chief and Deputy Chief appointments. AFD members active for emergency response. •December 4th - Village to AFD - Letter thanking AFD for continued emergency response •December 4th - AFD to Village - Notification AFD revoked emergency services •December 4th - Village Invoked Mutual Aid •December 5th - Lamont County Reps to Village Reinstatement of Emergency Services •December 5th - AFD to Lamont Reps & Village Plan of action implemented •December 5th - AFD to Village - Request of reason of revocation of appointment •December 5th - Village to AFD - Letter identifying revocation of appointment •December 6th - AFD to Village - Request for equipment clarification •December 7th - Village to AFD - Equipment clarification provided •December 9th - Village to Residents & Area Information Release •December 11th - AFD to Village -Will contact members for a date to meet •December 11th - Village to AFD - Any day except for Dec. 15th due to two medical appointment that can't be changed •December 12 - AFD to Village - notifying that members going to be away next week with Christmas members being away request for Jan 6th •December 19th Lamont County Municipalities Emergency Response information (InFocus back page) •December 30th - AFD and Lamont County Reps Meeting •January 5th - Village to AFD - due to an email address error - original email was not received •January 5th - AFD to Village - Request new date for meeting Continued on Page 21
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4217-51 Avenue, Vegreville, AB. TOLL FREE: 844-632-2054 CELL: 780-966-9191 WEBSITE: www.forevermonuments.com
Building Movers
• WE RAISE & MOVE ANY SIZE BUILDING • WE BUY & SELL TOO !
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Bookkeeping Serving Individuals and Small-Large Businesses. Specializing in the Trades. Offering Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation.
Where Dogs Play
Kerry Beitz Owner/Hairstylist
5216 - 50 Street, Mundare, Alberta
780-221-7193
PH: 780.720.6361 FAX: 780.922.8715 EMAIL: GSH50@SHAW.CA
Located in Bruderheim AB, 5130-52 avenue
HEARTLAND MACHINE WORKS LTD. Custom Machining, Manufacturing, Repair, Welding and Lite Fabrication
Ser vices to: Industrial/commercial, Agricultural, 11222A-88th Ave Oil and gas and Fort Saskatchewan AB Transportation (780) 803-7156
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Business Directory 1” $40/month; 2” $80/month
Professional
Meats
Renovations
Motor Vehicle Accidents, Fatal Accidents, Wills & More
Lambert Love Owner
780-632-2700 Retail Sales Provincially Inspected Abattoir Gluten & MSG Free Product Cooked Meats for Special Events
Music
Elizabeth J. Tatchyn, B.A., LL.B BARRISTER & SOLICITOR at the Elk Island Insurance Agency By appointment only * Speaks Ukrainian * etatchyn@biamonte.com Edmonton: 780-425-5800
Real Estate
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*Renovation of Houses & Basements*Concrete Restoration*Drywall&Taping* Forms for Basements
RV Storage
HRV Storage Storage Rentals
For all your real estate needs
Shannon Kowal Broker
Office – 780-764-4007 Cell – 780-920-3076 www.kowalrealty.ca
5004 50 Street, Mundare
Plumbing/Heating
Brian and Karen Hudson 531065 Rge. Rd. 192 Highway 16 - Rge Rd 192 Lamont County, Alberta
Phone: 780-278-8992 hrvstorage@outlook.com
Tree Services
KT Mechanical LTD Kevin Tychkowsky Lamont, Alberta Commercial & Residential • Heating • Air Conditioning • Refrigeration
Phone: 292-2336 Fax: 895-2809 ktmechanical@hotmail.com 20 years experience!
JMP Plumbing & Heating Ltd. Furnace & Hot Water Tank Replacement Plumbing - New Home Construction Air Conditioning - Gas Fitting - Gas Fire Places Garage Heaters - Service & Repair - Sheet Metal
TITAN TREE MOVING SERVICE
ArTeam Realty Independently owned and operated
"I live in Lamont County!" Mary Robinson
TITAN TREE SERVICES
mary.robinson@robinsonrealty.ca
Tree moving & removal, trimming, pruning, brush & stump mulching. We haul away the debris!
780-977-2648
jmpplumbing@live.ca Box 84, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0
HIGHLINE MECHANICAL Services Ltd. service@highlinemechanical.ca
~ Plumbing ~ Construction ~ Renovations ~ Heating ~ Gasfitting ~ Maintenance Experienced dependable service and construction plumbing company with over 10 years of experience. Delivering quality work at fair prices.
780-722-5724
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Valerie McConville 780-700-8638 www.valeriemcconville.com Helping Families Make the Right Move
John Panek 780-999-2065
Huge 82” 6 spade mover ensures high survivability and less babysitting
Realty Executives Devonshire
where the experts are
Gerhard Rosin Sales Associate 780-490-8616 #105, 10010 - 88 Avenue, Fort Saskatchewan, AB T8L 0A8 780-998-7970
e-mail: gerhard.rosin@century21.ca
Trucking Trevor Schinkinger Trucking Ltd. • Sand, Gravel & Top Soil • Loading & Hauling • Landscaping • Excavating • Demolition Ph: 780-895-2349
Cell: 780-220-5405
Box 412 Lamont, Alberta T0B-2R0
Call Marline to have your business included in our directory 780-895-2780
18 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Blanket Alberta Ads take approximately 10 days to process
______________________ ANNOUNCEMENTS ______________________ HOST FAMILIES NEEDED! Northern Youth Abroad is looking for families to host 2 youth from Nunavut/NWT volunteering in your community July/August; www.nya.ca or toll free 1-866-212-2307. ______________________ AUCTIONS ______________________ NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1800-282-6903 ext. 228. ______________________ BUD HAYNES & WARD'S Firearms Auction. Saturday, March 7, 10 a.m., 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton, Alberta. One Man's Collection, store dispersal, case lots, ammo, etc. Consign now. Catalogue w/pictures online. Phone 403-3475855 / 780-451-4549; www.budhaynesauctions.com; www.WardsAuctions.com. ______________________ BUSINESS OPPORTUNITIES ______________________ THE DISABILITY Tax Credit. $1,500 yearly tax credit. $15,000 lump sum refund (on average). Covers: hip/knee replacements, back conditions & restrictions in walking and dressing. 1-844-453-5372. ______________________ GET FREE vending machines. Can earn $100,000. + per year. All cash-retire in just 3 years. Protected territories. Full details call now 1-866-6686629. Website: www.tcvend.com. ______________________ THE DERMATOLOGISTS that created ProactivA now have award winning antiaging products that are launching in Canada. Attend an info session on becoming a representative. Brooks Feb. 12; Red Deer Feb. 19; Calgary Feb. 20; Edmonton Feb. 21. RSVP to Susan 778-350-4370; susan@changingskin.ca. ______________________ CAREER TRAINING ______________________ NEW YEAR, New Career! CanScribe Medical Transcription graduates are in high demand. Enroll today and be working from home in one year; info@canscribe.com. 1800-466-1535; www.canscribe.com.
______________________ COMING EVENTS ______________________ COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION. 9th Annual Red Deer Speed Show & Collector Car Auction. March 13 - 15, Westerner Park. Special Guests Rick & Kelly Dale - American Restoration. Dan & Laura Dotson - Storage Wars. Consign today. 1-888-2960528 ext. 103; egauctions.com. ______________________ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ______________________ NEED TO ADVERTISE? Province wide classifieds. Reach over 1 million readers weekly. Only $269. + GST (based on 25 words or less). Call this newspaper NOW for details or call 1800-282-6903 ext. 228. ______________________ INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta's weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-job-seekers. ______________________ CERTIFIED HD Mechanics, Truck Coach Mechanics, 3-4 year HD/TC Apprentices. Ontario-based projects in Northern Ontario and Canada. Work/travel schedules vary. Security clearances, substance screening and medicals may be required. See our hot jobs page www.tramin.ca. Send resume to: Chris@tramin.ca. ______________________ FULL-TIME AUTOMOTIVE Technician. Must be a proven producer, good attitude, quality workmanship. Excellent wage and benefit package. Email resume: brandon@brabymotors.com. Fax 1-250832-4545, Braby Motors, Salmon Arm, BC. ______________________ MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada! Employers have work-athome positions available. Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1888-528-0809 to start training for your work-athome career today! ______________________ INTERIOR HEAVY EQUIPMENT Operator School. In-the-seat training. No simulators. Real world tasks. Weekly start dates. Funding options. Weekly job board! Sign up online! iheschool.com. 1-866-399-
These blanket classified ads are produced through a joint agreement by The Community Press, Viking Weekly Review, Lamont Leader, Tofield Mercury and Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association (AWNA). These ads appear in all AWNA member papers (120 papers) for the cost of $269.00 (+gst) for the first 25 words, $8.00 per word over 25. To place a blanket classified, call a CARIBOU PUBLISHING representative at 780-385-6693 or email ads@thecommunitypress.com. 3 8 5 3 . ______________________ EQUIPMENT FOR SALE ______________________ A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers. Used 20' & 40' Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40' HC. Winter Specials in stock now. Self unloading delivery. Phone toll free 1866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com. ______________________ FEED AND SEED ______________________ WANTED. Hannas Seeds seeking distributors for forage, turf, native and reclamation seed. Good commissions. Contact Esther at 1800-661-1529 or esther@hannasseeds.com. ______________________ HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. "On Farm Pickup" Westcan Feed & Grain, 1877-250-5252. ______________________ FOR SALE ______________________ SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & dvd: www.NorwoodSawmills.co m/400OT. 1-800-566-6899 ext. 400OT. ______________________ METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors. Call 1-888263-8254. ______________________ STEEL BUILDINGS "Really Big Sale!" All steel building models and sizes. Plus extra savings. Buy now and we will store until spring. Pioneer Steel 1800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca. ______________________ S T E E L BUILDINGS/METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. ______________________ EVERY WATER WELL on earth should have the patented "Kontinuous Shok" Chlorinator from Big Iron Drilling! Why? Save thousands of lives every year. www.1-800bigiron.com. Phone 1-800-
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______________________ MASSIVE SHOW HOME Reduction Sale! 16 to 24 wide's ready to deliver! 3 & 4 bedrooms - 2 baths. Turn key packages available. Call Dynamic Homes today 403-341-4422 or visit us online www.dynamicmodular.ca. ______________________ PERSONALS ______________________ HAVE YOU HAD a spiritual experience? Discover how the study of past lives, dreams and Soul Travel can help you understand these experiences. For your free Eckankar's Spiritual Experiences Guidebook visit: www.spiritualexperience.org or call 1-800LOVE GOD. ______________________
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Classifieds
CLASSIFIED AD RATES $10.75 first 25 words 39¢ each additional word LEGAL NOTICE RATES 79¢ per agate line/ insertion PICTURE BOLD $10.00 $5.00 ALL CLASSIFIED ADS MUST BE PREPAID BEFORE INSERTION All advertising subject to the approval of the Publisher. Viking Review Ph. 780-336-3422 vikingreview@gmail.com Tofield Mercury Ph. 780-662-4046 adsmercury@gmail.com Lamont Leader Ph. 780-895-2780 lmtleader@gmail.com
COMING EVENTS Annual Meeting for Friends of Viking Library Wednesday, Feb. 4, 2015 at 12 noon in Louis Sutter room at Viking Carena. Everyone Welcome. 05p ________________________ Viking Handi-Van Society Annual Meeting will be held on Thurs., February 12, 2015 at 1:00pm at Vialta Lodge. This volunteer board’s goal is to keep reasonably priced transportation available to seniors and the disabled in our community. The van is also available to others in the community at competitive rates. If you are interested in helping to keep this valuable service in Viking, please attend the meeting. 05-06c ________________________ Holden 4-H Beef Club pancake supper Tuesday, Feb. 17th 5-7 pm at the Holden Community Hall. All you can eat. Adults $6, Ages 712 $4, 6 & under free. Please come and support our club. TM05-06c ________________________ Tofield United Church 4832 53 Ave., Pancake supper Tuesday, February 17th from 4:30 - 6:30 pm. Adults $7, Children ages 6-12 yrs $4, and under 6 is free. Everyone welcome! TM05-07c ________________________
FOR RENT For rent in Tofield, suite in four-plex. 2 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bath, fridge, stove, washer & dryer. No pets, no smoking. $1,000/month and $1,000 damage deposit. Call 780-263-2688 TM46TFNc ________________________
YOUR AD HERE
Serving Beaver County & Area
Classified ads placed in any of the three publications will appear in all papers for ONE price of $10.75 for the first 25 words and .39¢ a word thereafter
FOR RENT
HELP WANTED
SERVICES
Adult building only, in Tofield. Non-smoking, no pets. 2 bedroom basement apartment. Heat and water included $650/month, $650 damage deposit. Available February 1st. Call: 780-6622923 office closed at 9:00 pm. TM04-05p ________________________ Viking house for Rent or Sale. 3 bedroom. Bath and a half. No pets. Ph: 780-3850626. 04-06c ________________________ Tofield. 3 bed, plus large office, 1 & 1/2 bath, renovated, finished basement, fenced private backyard, large driveway with double garage. Pets negotiable. $1500/month plus damage deposit. 780-235-7657. Available March 1. 04-05p ________________________ 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2 level house with fenced yard in Holden. $525/month plus utilities. Call Kyla 604-219-7142 TM03-06p ________________________
Parts person wanted at Tofield Napa Auto Parts. Parts or mechanical experience in the automotive field required. Call Tom or Darryl @ 780-662-3212 before dropping off resume. TM04-tfnc ________________________
Bark Avenue Dog Grooming. All breeds, open early mornings, some evenings and Saturdays. Call Loriann between 9 am & 6 pm 780-662-3099. TM35tfnc ________________________
LAND FOR SALE
The family of Jane Good would like to thank family and friends for their love and support at the passing of their mother, grandmother and great grandmother. A special thank you to the ALS Society, Tofield Homecare and the staff of the Louise Jensen Centre in Camrose for their kindness and gentle care for Jane over the past several years. Thank you to Tyler and Layne at Weber Funeral Home, Pastor Mark Loewen and all who participated in Jane’s memorial service. We are deeply grateful for all the support, prayers, encouragement, meals and flowers that have been showered on us during this time of loss. TM05p ________________________
FOR SALE For Sale - 1998 white Eddie Baurer Expedition 4x4. Excellent running order. 1780-336-2237 or 1-780-3856233. 02-05p ________________________ 2007 Ford 4x4 F150 Lariat, 5.4 Triton, 83,000 km, loaded, ivory with black leather interior. $18,000. Call: 780-663-2201 TM04-06p ________________________
HELP WANTED Part-time help wanted at Crossroads IDA in Viking. Student or adult. Please drop off resume at Crossroads IDA 5119 - 50 Street, Viking. 44tfnc ________________________ Casual housekeeping position available immediately with Environmental Services at the Viking Health Centre. Hours of work 7:00 am - 3:15 pm. Work days may include week days and weekends. Call Shirley at 780-336-4786 for more information. 04-05p ________________________ Viking Meats requires part time help 2 to 3 days a week and student for part time after school position. Apply in person. tfn p ________________________ Looking for 5 Apiary Technicians N0C8253 - $12 to $17 per hour. March thru Oct. 2015. Minimum of 3 year's experience. Call: Gerard 780-662-4449, Tofield. TM48-08p
80 Acres for Sale #2 soil on TWP Rd 573 1/2 mile west of RR 192. $260,000. MLS E3398560 Kim Stubbs RE/MAX River City 7 8 0 - 9 7 4 - 3 3 5 7 kimstubbs@remax.net LL05-14p ________________________
REAL ESTATE House for Sale, Viking, 3 bedroom. $189,900 Fenced, double garage. Call 780336-3422 or 780-336-2558 Cell : 1-780-935-8641. MLS E3398823 or www.Viking4Sale.com ________________________ Commercial lot in Willingdon for sale. $5,000. Call 780-336-3422 (day) 780336-2558 (evenings). 32tfnc ________________________
THANK YOU
WANTED
8.5 Acres, 7 miles southwest of Killam. 3760 sq ft ranch style home. 6 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2 fireplaces. New roof, flooring, bathrooms, countertops, tile, and appliances. Barn, shed, serviced shop. $549,000 comfree.com/459392 realtor.ca – C3640678 780-385-8686 CP40tfn ________________________
SERVICES Massage and Reflexology 1 hour treatments. Marge 780-662-3066. TM33tfn ________________________ Roy’s Handyman Services. Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-6620146 or 780-232-3097. TMtfn ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087, Sedgewick. CPtfn ________________________
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Childcare, looking for a friendly lady/senior to watch over 2 older elementary aged children on a part-time basis in my home or yours. Located in the Tofield area. Call: 780-9913180 TM05-06p ________________________ Wanted - pasture land. Contact Phil at 336-3342 or Jack at 336-3541. 05-07c
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Lamont Fish & Game Association trophy night celebrates success of its accomplished members
Olecki Pichota, right, accepts one of three fishing awards for his perch, walleye and pike.
MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS
The annual Wild Game Dinner & Trophy Night was a huge success with about 350 people in attendance. The association has one of the strongest youth group’s in the province, and many of them were on hand to accept their awards for fishing, hunting and photography accomplishments over the past year.
Tatianna Pichota accepts her award for the largest pike in the girls category from Lamont Mayor Bill Skinner. She also won an award for her perch.
Blake Fjeld, front, is surrounded by his comrades and friends Michaela Hick, Clay Laronde, Aaron Hick and Trent Kucy. They did an awesome job of manning the coat check throughout the evening’s festivities.
Joan Dey proudly accepts the Paul Nychka Memorial Service and Dedication Award from Lamont Fish & Game Association member Vince Pichota. Robyn Butler, left, accepts her Lake Trout award from MLA Jacquie Fenske.
Chuck Varga accepts his award from Kathy Radke. His Canada Goose weighed in at 11 pounds, 11 oz.
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Matt Hunter wins three prestigious awards
Q&A Continued from Page 15
MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS
Matt Hunter won three prestigious hunting awards and earned his place in the record books in the process. It was a banner night on Jan. 31 at the Lamont Fish & Game Association’s trophy night. The Viateur Berube Memorial Award was for his White-Tail Deer, (176 6/8), the Typical Mule Deer in Archery, (165 2/8), and the George Kuzyk Memorial MasterTrophy Award.
•January 5th - Village to AFD - Village confirms new date for meeting •January 9th - AFD to Village - Notification of meeting time change •January 9th - Village to AFD - Confirmation for January 13th meeting with time change •January 10th Village made follow up phone call with fire department member re: meeting for Jan. 13th. •January 13th the Fire Department responded to a call, Council waited for the members as it was important that all meet. •January 14th - Village to Lamont County Fire Chief providing update •January 16th - Village to AFD and Council Advising that the village would be meeting with
County Reps. on 19th of January •January 16th - AFD to Village - regarding a P.O for repairs •January19th - Village to AFD - Providing a P.O # for repairs •January 19th meeting with County Reps Al and Randy •January 22nd - Village to AFD - Advising that Council met with Al and Randy and Village and contacting Ross Bennett to schedule a meeting date for all AFD and Council. Will keep AFD advised. •January 23rd - AFD to Village - Requesting date and time from the Commissioner’s Office and requested to be placed on the January 28th Regular Council meeting agenda.
•January 23rd - Village to AFD - Regarding obtained info., re fire chief qualification, minimum training for new members etc.) Inquired if AFD had anything to report to the Village, any changes? Notified that the Fire Commissioner Office Rep was out of the office until Monday January 26th. Will put the AFD on the agenda •January 28th - Village to County Fire Chief - AFD delegation for Council meeting •January 28th - Village phoned to invoke Mutual Aid •January 29th - County Fire Chief to Village Confirms updates •January 31st - CBC News Interview
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Lamont Leader’s Annual Sweetheart Draw Call us at
780-895-2780 for your business to be included in our Sweetheart Draw coming up in our February 10th issue.
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Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper
Think: reduce, reuse, recycle. You might picture a blue bag stuffed with common items such as plastic yogurt containers, cardboard cereal boxes and aluminum soup cans.
Andrew School grad class of 2015 is hosting a Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, February 17, 2015. This family event & fundraiser will be held in the Andrew School gymnasium from 5:30 – 7:00 pm. Please come and support our Andrew Grads!
It’s also possible to apply the three Rs to lighting. Large industrial facilities like those in Alberta’s Industrial Heartland do just that. Initiatives at industrial sites are helping reduce the environmental impact of lights while still ensuring safe working conditions. The Purpose of Proper Lighting The glow from an industrial region can often illuminate the skyline, particularly during the short days in winter months. These lights play an important role at facilities including: x Safety: Adequate lighting ensures safe working conditions and helps prevent injuries x Productivity: Employees can work more efficiently in properly lit work sites x Notification: Lights are used on signs, signals, emergency alerts and more Minimizing Environmental Impacts In recent years, many industrial facilities have focused on reducing the impacts of their lights. This includes impacts on nature and wildlife through unwanted skyglow and light spill. Excess light can affect wildlife relationships, migration and natural behavioral patterns. With a shift toward LED lights, companies are decreasing light spill. LED lights also last longer than traditional lighting and are more efficient, thus reducing energy consumption. Lighting Initiatives in the Heartland Both Shell and North West Redwater Partnership, among other companies, are undertaking specific actions to achieve efficient and optimal lighting. x Shell: Their Quest project, which will be operational this year, uses only LED lights. Additionally, Shell’s new administration building for 500 employees is designed to LEED Silver standard, which includes a focus on reducing light pollution. Work area lighting automatically turns off if no one is in the room. The building also uses the sun’s natural light as much as possible. x North West Redwater Partnership: The lighting design for their Sturgeon Refinery, which is currently under construction, mitigates the effect on wildlife, ensures optimal placement to reduce the number of required fixtures, and uses products that are free of mercury and hazardous materials. Additionally, the use of photocell lighting control allows for lights to automatically adjust to changing seasons and daily conditions. For more information about Life in the Heartland, visit lifeintheheartland.com, follow us on Twitter and Facebook, or email info@lifeintheheartland.com.
Fort Saskatchewan’s Summer Swim Club Registration dates for 2015 at Harbour Pool: Early Registration and AGM: Wednesday February 18, 7 – 9 p.m. , In - person registration: Tuesday March 10 6:30 - 8 p.m. In - person registration: Wednesday March 18, 6:30 - 8 .p.m. For more information send us an e-mail: executive@fortsaskpiranhas.ca or registrar@fortsaskpiranhas.ca, or Check our Website: www.fortsaskpiranhas.ca
Please view the Lamont County events calendar at www.lamontcounty.ca/events for more information.
Community breakfast at the Bruderheim senior center, Saturday February 7th from 8 11 a.m. $5 per plate, kids under 6 eat free. Everyone is welcome!
Mark your calendar! Spaces are still available! To register your team, call the Town of Mundare Office at 780-764-3929. Prices include Supper ticket! Mixed February 6&7 (cash spiel) $140 Ladies’ February 27 &28 $160 Men’s March 13, 14, 15 $160
24 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, February 3, 2015
Construction Supervisor Lamont County is currently seeking candidates to fill the position of Construction Supervisor. Reporting directly to the Director of Public Works, the incumbent is responsible for the management and supervision of the Road Construction program. Major responsibilities will include: x The supervision and direction of County staff and equipment performing earthwork construction projects. x Assisting the Director of Public Works with the yearly planning and budgeting for County x Arranging for the location of all utilities and meet with necessary field personnel of utility companies to coordinate moves or lowering of structures.
1st Place - Ethan Nimchuk
2nd Place - Maisie Andruchow
This competition will remain open until a suitable candidate has been found. To view the full job description, please visit our website at www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources. Please forward your resume/application to: Lamont County Human Resources Department 5303 – 50 avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca Fax: (780) 895-7404
3rd Place - Hudson Gluckie
Lamont County thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Fire Arm Safety Certified Instructor: Larry Boettger In order to apply to obtain a possession of ownership license, this course is mandatory. Date: Saturday March 14, 2015 Location: Village of Chipman Meeting Room Cost: $130.00 Register By: March 4 To register call 780-895-2233 Ext. 233 or toll free 1-877-8952233 Registration forms can be downloaded from the CALC website at www.lamontcounty.ca/community/CALC
There is an ongoing problem of unlawful waste disposal in Lamont County ditches. An open house will be held on Wednesday, February 4, 2015, from 5-7 p.m. at the Town of Mundare Council Chambers (5007 51 Ave, Mundare) to discuss the dissolution and sale of the Zhoda Community Centre. Anyone who has interest in the dissolution and sale of the Community Centre is invited to attend the open house. For questions about the open house or the Community Centre dissolution and sale email heather.a@lamontocounty.ca, or phone Heather Atkinson at 780-895-2233 ext. 222.
Non-profit groups, clubs and organizations in Lamont County, as well as health care and education groups serving the County are able to advertise FOR FREE on the inFocus page! If your organization has an upcoming event or fundraiser, or you want to inform Lamont County residents of services available to them, email your advertisement to heather.a@lamontcounty.ca. The deadline is Wednesdays at 4p.m. Ads are first-come-first serve for available space, so early submission is encouraged.
At the March 11, 2014, Council Meeting, Lamont County Council passed a Waste Disposal Bylaw (bylaw 744.14) to control the disposal of waste on the roads, highways and ditches within the County. The fine for a first offense is $500, and doubles for each subsequent offense. If you witness unlawful dumping on county roads, please report it. The St. Michael Landfill winter hours are Tuesday to Saturday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and closed all statutory holidays.