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Wednesday, April 22, 2020 Vol. 43, No. 17
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Lake created by run-o at solar panel site
The large amount of spring run-off has created a temporary lake at the solar panel site east of Viking, preventing further work for the time being. There is so much water in the ditches it is running over the road where they meet going east and north. The weather has finally warmed up to allow for rapid spring melt to take place in recent days.
Water at solar panel site delays transformer pad and fence installations Patricia Harcourt Editor
A company's failure to put in the pad for a transformer at the Town of Viking's solar project before spring breakup means further delays while the town waits for a large body of water onsite to dry up. This was what Viking Council heard at the regular meeting held via teleconference on April 20. "It's not good news," commented Mayor Jason Ritchie. Councillor Dana Ewashko presented pictures of the site, pointing out "that lake you see there" is where the transformer pad needs to be placed. Ewashko said the large body of water this spring "is proof we have to build a road there for maintenance (to use).
"It was good use of the land because you can see we can't build anything else there," he said, of the solar panels project. He noted that "the road must be a grade (road) so it doesn't go under the water" in the spring, and that the town may have to build a berm to keep water away from the site in future. But he blamed Fortis for being at least "a week too late getting that transformer (put) in," before the snow melted into the temporary lake. Ritchie confirmed that Fortis was behind in its operations. "It was supposed to be installed prior to spring thaw‌It's on them that it's not built." Ewashko and Public Works Director Kevin O'Neill met with Fortis officials confirming there would have to be a delay on the
project, amid fears that water concerns might compromise a transformer pad. O'Neill said the work can be completed once the water levels drop, and agreed with Ewashko about the need to put in a road. He expected the water to "back off" in about a week or so. Council also agreed to accept a bid from DH Fencing on a chain link fence to be built around the solar field. O'Neill said there "is too much water to put in the fences at this time." The town will have to put in the pilings, he said, noting: "We can't turn on and release the power until the fence is up." When questioned, he said: "Obviously, we know we have to build a fence to get the project started."
However, Councillor Clint Nearing asked: "Why didn't you know about it before," noting: "We could have built one long before for cheaper." O'Neill replied that the town had been of the understanding that "Dandelion was looking after it," referring to the company that installed the solar panels. Ritchie pointed out that the town was already saving on having the solar project, which could already pay for half of the fence. "We have to go ahead with it but we can't begin producing the power until the fence is up," said O'Neill. The total quote was $50,244 for the 6 ft. chain link, strand barb wire top and vibrated post chain link fence, and $1,150 for the 24 ft. double swing gate.
4 - Beaver County Chronicle, April 22, 2020
Beaver County Service Centre 5120 - 50 Street Box 140 Ryley, Alberta T0B 4A0 Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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Phone: (780) 663-3730 Fax: (780) 663-3602 Toll Free: 1-866-663-1333 www.beaver.ab.ca Email: administration@beaver.ab.ca
Campground Operations On April 15th, 2020 Beaver County Council made the difficult decision to postpone Beaver County’s campground opening dates. Due to COVID-19, the campground opening dates for Black Nugget Lake Campground and Camp Lake Campground have been pushed back to June 26, 2020, unless this date can change to be sooner based on recommendations from the Province of Alberta and Alberta Health Services. Additionally, the day-use areas at both parks will remain closed as well as the fishing area at Black Nugget Lake Park will remain closed. The health and safety of our residents, visitors, staff, and contractors is our top priority. These measures are in line with Provincial recommendations to practice physical distancing.
Campground Reservations Our campground reservation system is now taking reservations for June 26, 2020 onward. For those who have already made reservations, we are working on processing refunds or rebookings. We apologize to our residents and visitors for this inconvenience, which we realize is significant and unprecedented.
Crime Watch Annual Meeting Beaverhill Rural Crime Watch (BRCW) Annual General Meeting Beaverhill Rural Crime Watch recognizes the seriousness of the COVID – 19 outbreaks, and the health and safety of our community and volunteers is very important to us, therefore the AGM has been postponed until further notice. Thank you for your understanding. Stay healthy and stay safe.
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For further information, please contact the County Office at 780-663-3730 or email at administration@beaver.ab.ca.
Request for Tenders Tenders – Culvert 2020 and Cold Mix 2020 Beaver County is seeking quotes for the supply of Cold Mix and Culverts for the 2020 season. Both RFQs close on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at 10:00:00 am. Details can be found on https://www.beaver.ab.ca/residents/proposals-quotes or the Alberta Purchasing Connection website www.purchasingconnection.ca
2020 Strychnine Sales Due to the current circumstances with COVID-19, strychnine sales will be done by appointment only, beginning April 21, 2020. This can be arranged by calling 780-663-3730 and speaking with the Agriculture Department. Beaver County will be selling 2% Liquid Strychnine Concentrate to farmers who are experiencing severe Richardson Ground Squirrel infestations in annual crops, forage crops, rangeland and pastures. **PRICE** $10.50 per 250 ml vial or $250.00 per case • MAXIMUM of two (2) cases may be purchased based on infestation level. • Legal land locations will be required for ALL areas intended for application. • Persons whose farming status is unknown to the County will be required to produce documentation that shows involvement in an active farming operation. Payment will ONLY be accepted by check or prearranged credit card payment.
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COVID-19
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ACTIVITY SECTION >Updates from Local Businesses >Activities Inside for all ages stuck at home >Effective Hygiene & Social Distancing Tips
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