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New mayor promoting Andrew’s hidden gems BY JANA SEMENIUK The Village of Andrew’s new Mayor Barry Goertz said the future looks bright for the little community despite significant changes over the last half of the year. Not only was an almost entirely new council elected in Oct., but Goertz also said goodbye to Andrew’s long time Chief Administrative Officer Pat Skoreyko last month when she retired after more than 24 years. Former coun-
Andrew Village Office has a bowling alley.
extinguishers, kitchen cillor Sheila Lupal has suppression systems stepped into the posiand alarms. Together tion. we created a division Although the role of within it to supply mayor is new for turnout gear, hoses, Goertz, it was not the nozzles, everything but first leadership role he a fire truck.” has taken on in the vilGoertz has been with lage of Andrew. In 2004 LFS for the past eight Goertz became Andrew Mayor years. Andrew’s fire chief for Barry Goertz Today, Goertz is jugthe next 12 years which spawned an idea that developed into gling his time between growing his another new career; supplying small business and growing the village with town fire departments with much his fellow council members. He said his energy level is thankfully high and needed equipment. “It was a challenge to meet the needs he is optimistic for the future. “I’m up every day around five or six of small-town departments and I wanted to find a way to fix that,” he said. “A and work until eight or nine for LFS. I friend of mine owns Lakeland Fire and have five people that report to me, and Safety (LFS) and they do mostly fire we take care of Alberta, Saskatchewan,
and half of B.C.,” he said smiling. “This little village is also an amazing place and it’s why I ran for council. It’s that little hidden gem.” Parts of Andrew that Goertz would like people to know about include a bowling alley and fully stocked weight room inside the village office building. “It was new when the building was built in 1992,” he said. “I don’t think anyone knows it’s here.”
Andrew Village Office has a fully stocked weight room.
Andrew CAO, who once saved the village from financial ruin, retires BY JANA SEMENIUK When Pat Skoreyko applied for a clerk job at the Village of Andrew’s town office in 1997, she had no idea she would be retiring nearly a quarter of a century later as the Village’s Chief Administrative Officer. “It’s been an awesome ride,” Skoreyko said smiling. Friends, co-workers, and well-wishers gathered at the village office on Dec. 23 to help Skoreyko celebrate her retirement after 24 years. Guests included Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk, Tina Warawa (executive assistant for MP Shannon Stubbs), former Andrew mayor Gary Leppek, as well as members of the newly elected Andrew council and local residents. Andrew’s new CAO, and former council member Sheila Lupal, had high praise for Skoreyko’s work in the village, highlighting Skoreyko’s ability to bring Andrew back from the brink of bankruptcy when she took over as CAO. “If Pat, were not the CAO of the village, back in the day, we would not have remained the village. We were in
dire straits and if it was not for Pat, we of the few villages out there that are would have been a hamlet years ago,” debt free,” he said. Skoreyko said she felt satisfied with she said. “She is the one that convinced council that this (financial situation) is how far Andrew has come in the past a priority, that we have to get this two decades. She described the diffiunder control, and this is how we're cult years, and the positive strides going to do it. If it wasn't for her, it Andrew has made. “The village was in pretty dire finanwouldn’t have happened.” cial straits in Newly elect1997. The first ed mayor, council that I Barry Goertz, worked with, was equally prepaid their grateful for taxes so we Skoreyko’s could meet commitment payroll until and leadership we could borin helping row money. reconstruct We were meetAndrew’s ing four and foundation five times a over the years. week even on “She stuck Good Friday, by this village because we through all the were totally in tough times when there Tina Warawa, the executive assistant to MP crisis mode. was absolutely Shannon Stubbs, presents Pat Skoreyko with a We had to let a no money to certificate commemorating her 24 years as lot of the staff the point now CAO of Andrew during her retirement celebra- go and I was the only one that we are one tion, Dec. 23. Photo: Jana Semeniuk
left standing by the time everything was done,” she said. “It was tough. And now, 24 years later, I feel good about leaving because we have reserves in the bank. We're debt free. Our infrastructure is looking good, we're all up to date on the technology and our sewers are realigned. When you leave on that high note, you're passing the torch and I feel good about that.” Executive Assistant to MP Shannon Stubbs, Tina Warawa, gave an emotional speech reflecting on her time as Andrew’s first female mayor working with Skoreyko (Stubbs was unavailable to attend the event). “Pat you’ve been with me in some unique scenarios. From a midnight call where you and I ended up checking out a pump in the lift station, to seeing a premier get elected from our area, and you’ve also been with me during some difficult times,” she said. “I wanted to say congratulations on your retirement, but I don't think you know how to retire so just congratulations on wherever your next steps are and thank you for the years.” Continued on Page 6
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Canola processor eyeing Lamont County for plant BY JOHN MATHER Canola processor Bunge is in the process of securing land to build and operate a canola crushing facility in Lamont County. Details of the proposed facility are not available from the company, but Ward Toma, Alberta Canola general manager, said in an interview with the Western Producer the possibility of increased processing capacity in the province is good news. “There has been lots of speculation about expansion of companies’ crush so this is a positive sign that a company is making a move. They are securing access to land so that’s a good thing,” he said, adding the deal is not yet finalized. Demand for canola oil remains strong, said Toma, and increasing
domestic processing capacity to match the harvest of the western Canadian mainstay crop will strengthen the sector. The proposed facility has been approved for a section of land and includes a rail loop, according to provincial documents identifying the location and its approval under the Foreign Ownership of Land regulations. Lamont County economic development manager, Tom Koep, said development permits have yet to be issued and due diligence needs to be completed before plant construction can proceed. “The foreign ownership (regulation) step was a necessary step in order to move forward obviously, but, as we say, it is one of several that
they have to make before they get to the point where they say it’s absolutely, positively going ahead,” Koep told the Western Producer. With the county being part of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, Koep said his municipality is well positioned for a canola facility. “There are a number of heavy industries in that area,” said Koep. “What there is not a lot of is agricultural (industries).” Shorter transportation routes and a guaranteed buyer for local farmers’ canola is always welcome news, he added. “Should this facility go ahead, it would be good for the farmers in the region, and they would need a very significant amount of canola to supply,” said Koep.
Frigid temperatures cause power outages BY JOHN MATHER The frigid weather encasing the province has wreaked havoc on powerlines in the Lamont County area, bringing some isolated power outages. On Dec. 26, a frozen power line snapped near Highway 16 and Highway 855, knocking power out to ratepayers serviced by the Lakeland Rural Electrification Association. A spokesman for the Battle River Power Coop said they did have a couple of power outages along the Highway 16 corridor in the area of Range Road 192 on Dec. 27 and 28. “One was called in at 4
a.m.,” said the spokesman for the Coop but she didn’t have further details from the lineman who went out on the call at press time. The Coop on their Twitter feed posts that frost buildup during cold temperatures can cause power lines to snap. It states the downed power lines could be buried under snow and ice and become very difficult to identify. “When outside, treat all downed and hanging lines as if they are energized,” the post reads. “Stay away, warn others and immediately contact the utility company or call 911.” During the holiday
period the Alberta Electric System Operator (AESO) declared a Level 2 energy emergency alert related to the province’s power supply. With the frigid temperatures, the AESO is closely monitoring the system and will continue to update Albertans if grid conditions deteriorate. In the meantime, it said in a release, Albertans can all help by reducing the use of major appliances, such as delaying doing laundry or starting dishwashers. For more electricity conservation tips, people can visit www.aeso.ca.
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Opinion Welcome to the Year of Living in Fear BY JOHN MATHER Welcome to 2022. The year of fear. Government induced fear, snowflake induced fear, protestor induced fear, and the scarcity of taking some of the responsibility induced fear. Well enough of this… I’ve always been a radical to some extent. I won’t bow down to fear. Look around us. Covid 19. Variant number whatever, going on again. Two years in and we’re becoming used to it. Accepting governments’ proclamations restricting our rights and freedoms. Accepting those sanctimonious health officials who after a year of saying wear a mask, we’re being told cloth masks aren’t good enough. No, we need the N-95 mask. Hey, add another booster shot as well. Will it work against the next variant? Who knows, but there will be another booster for that! What the hell… did Justin find a new Chinese supplier to provide these to the Canadian public at a great price. After all his Federal government has been taken to task for purchasing Chinese manufactured masks even though they provide funding to Canadian companies to make the same product - but the government won’t buy those. I mean everyone who supplies a test, a mask, a glove, a pill or anything else connected with the health authorities’ rulings moving ahead, makes a profit. Who loses? The general public. We don’t know what’s going on. We’re living in a society of fear. Our mainstream media shares much of the blame. Watch CTV news. A former CBC host has come out saying her former network caters to the woke rather than the news of the day! The happy smiling host whispers passionately how sad so and so is. That’s editorializing. Not something a news reader, which is her job, should do. It gets so sickening, you shut off the program. So now where do you turn for your news? Social media. Good God. Welcome to our society of fear. CONTINUED
CONTINUED Well I won’t buy it. I’ll walk in public and if necessary, carry a big stick. Our human race has always been based on survival of the fittest. As our society has evolved we started making sure even the weakest of society was looked after to some extent. But it has now gone too far and the fittest are no longer governing us, watching us, or leading our society. It’s time for a great reset, as the moron Justin would say. But the greatest reset should come from regular Canadians, not the
Laurentian elites or whatever they want to call themselves. This is the year I rebel all out. By myself it will be me and I may end up in jail. But if many of us gather together to say enough is enough, we’ll start a revolution that will make for a better society. Let’s base our decisions on facts. Realize you can’t shut down the oil and gas industry for solar and wind and fairy dust. A gradual phase out yes, but quick cancellation no. Let’s not rip apart our history because times have changed and we don’t like the way past generations behaved.
Keep in mind some of those past generations laid down their lives so some of you can whine and be petulant little snowflakes. Let’s realize if we’re going to spend untold billions to support those who can’t support themselves or those who refuse to work, then there had better be some plans to ensure we know where the money is coming from. And not just more taxation on an already over taxed population. Rather than being “woke” be awake and alert. Welcome to 2022. The Year of Living in Fear. Happy New Year.
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FROM WHERE I SIT: What I Want
BY HAZEL ANAKA Happy New Year to you and yours! Let’s pray that 2022 eclipses 2021 in all the right ways. There is a belief that COVID-19 will likely move from pandemic to endemic status. In the words of one Professor of Immunology and Infectious Disease: “The expectation that COVID19 will become endemic essentially means that the pandemic will not end with the virus disappearing; instead, the optimistic view is that enough people will gain immune protection from vaccination and from natural infection such that there will be less transmission and much less COVID-19-related hospitalization and death, even as the virus continues to circulate.” No one is willing or able to predict when this might happen. It’s safe to assume the transmissibility of Omicron will create more health system and societal havoc before we reach that point. If you think service levels and inventory shortages were an issue in 2021, expect it to be noticeably worse as Omicron hobbles the workforce. As always, a long list of public notables died last year. From the world of politics to sports to arts and music, we lost some stars. Just to name a few: Desmond Tutu, Walter Gretzky, Prince Philip, Colin Powell,
Norm MacDonald, Ed Asner, Larry King, Ann Rice, Rush Limbaugh, Hank Aaron, Tony Esposito, BJ Thomas, Don Everly, and Mary Wilson. Who would have believed the incomparable Betty White wouldn’t make it to her 100th birthday on January 17th? Depending on your age, you may remember her from television series like The Mary Tyler Moore Show or The Golden Girls or Hot in Cleveland. Or perhaps countless TV appearances, her historic hosting of Saturday Night Live, or her animal rescue work. Apparently, she was as lovely, kind, and genuine in real life as she appeared on our screens. RIP Betty. And of course, to those who lost loved ones, condolences to you as you work your way through the grieving process. I don’t know about you but I didn’t have the stomach to watch any year-end interviews with politicians. I’ve seen more than enough of Justin and Jason to last me a very long time. I know it’s been a hellish time to be in public office and they can’t win for losing. COVID-19 and its fallout has tested the mettle of leaders across the globe. Let’s just say some have done better than others. And this protracted frigid spell has tested the patience and mood of everyone. I think there must be a special place in heaven for livestock farmers. I do not miss the days of extra feedings; bedding and re-bedding the pens with clean, dry straw; and ensuring the water supply was
thawed so the cows could drink. God help any calf who chooses to enter the world now. These extreme temperatures are hard on human bodies and household pets, on engines and machinery. You know it’s bad when the wait for AMA help is measured in days not hours. I feel for those who are homeless or living in sub-standard housing. Yet, in some ways, things must have gotten somewhat better. In my lifetime, I’ve known of people losing fingers and toes to frostbite. Alcohol and hypothermia can be a devastating mix. I guess the best advice is to stay indoors if you can, dress in layers, keep your vehicle well maintained, don’t let alcohol impair your judgment. I know much of that list does not apply equally to all members of society. Carbon monoxide poisoning from makeshift heating or fires from candles or careless smoking are other hazards to guard against. We’re very grateful that Greg and his family made it to Alberta for an extended visit. They headed back to Colorado on December 30. Enroute, they discovered their home in one community and Greg’s business in another were under evacuation alerts because of the Boulder County wildfires. Prayers began in earnest. Thank God, the 100+ mile per hour winds slowed and snow finally fell. The fires were relatively short-lived but the devastation was immense. Luckily, Greg was spared any damage. These disasters remind
us just how powerless we really are. But, surely not all is gloom and doom, life and death, one bad news story after another. Surely, I can find something hopeful to say to myself and by extension to you as we embark on a fresh, new year. How about this? Life is largely what we make of it; it’s not what happens to us but how we react to what happens to us that makes the difference; it’s always darkest before the dawn. Cliches all. But there is truth there as well. We are tiny, power-
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CAO retires Continued from Front In an interview with former mayor Gary Leppek, he said Andrew was lucky to have Skoreyko filling the role of CAO. “You have to wear a lot of hats being CAO of a
small community. Pat didn’t have the staff to pass work onto, so she had to do a lot of that herself. And did it well, in my opinion,” he said. “She left some pretty big shoes to fill.” As for Skoreyko, she said after an eventful 24 years, she is looking forward to some free time in her retirement. “I’ve been through
eight councils,” she said. “There have been so many highs. I have been in the boardroom of ATCO when we sold the gas system, in premier Stelmach’s office where we had lunch, conventions with the council members, there have been a lot of good times and memories. Now it’s time to give time to my family.”
Members of the Lamont High School Parent Advisory Council spent part of the fall gathering grants from across the county so they could put on a Christmas meal for the students. The group then prepared and served about 350 students and staff on Dec. 20. In this photo a group of parents serve up the dinner.
County staff contribute food and cash to assist food bank BY JOHN MATHER Lamont County staff stepped up prior to Christmas by contributing about six boxes of food and raising $475 for the Lamont County Food Bank. “Our staff are always looking for ways to support those who are put in difficult situations, and this is amazing” said Lamont County Reeve, David Diduck. “Supporting the Food Bank is an excellent way to get involved in helping the community.” There was a mini competition between the administration and public works building staff to encourage more donations to support the food
bank. “The real winner today was the Lamont County Food Bank,” said Peter Tarnawsky, interim Chief Administrative Officer.
He added the County staff are committed to supporting those in need especially during the holiday season or periods of difficult times
The Lamont County building Christmas tree is surrounded by food gathered by both administrative and public works staff for the Lamont County Food Bank prior to the Christmas holiday.
Left: Andrew residents and long-time volunteers, Eugene and Joanne Perepeletza joined Pat Skoreyko (centre) at the village office, Dec. 23, to help celebrate Skoreyko's retirement from Andrew's CAO position after 24 years. Right: New CAO Sheila Lupal (L) hugs newly retired CAO Pat Skoreyko while together cutting the cake during Skoreyko's retirement celebration. Photos: Jana Semeniuk
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Families left scrambling for child care after Christmas break extended at schools BY JANA SEMENIUK Families in Lamont County were left scrambling for childcare after Alberta’s minister of education, Adriana LaGrange, announced last week an extension to the Christmas break for students due to concerns around the Omicron variant. “They (education system leaders) are worried about the rapid rise of the Omicron variant and its effects on our schools,” said LaGrange during her live announcement Dec. 30. “Many are concerned about potential staffing challenges. Schools are expecting a high number of student absences, making it harder for teachers to manage in person and at home learning at the same time. And with students and staff still on holidays, it's very hard for anyone at this time to fully assess what the situation for schools may look like.” Elk Island Public Schools emailed parents soon after the announcement. “Because of the quickly evolving situation with the Omicron variant, the anticipated high number of student and staff absences, and the related concern for their health and safety, the province has extended the Christmas break an additional week,” said the email, adding that medical grade masks and at-home rapid COVID tests would be distributed to staff and students upon their return. Dr. Deena Hinshaw, Alberta’s Chief Medical Officer, said earlier that the Omicron variant seems to have less severe outcomes, but also appears to be far more transmissible than the Delta variant adding that the positivity rate over five days, from Dec. 23 to 27th ranged from 17 per cent to 22 per cent. Hinshaw said this alone was concerning as, until now, the province has rarely been above 13 percent. Elk Island Public Schools students were expected to return to classes Jan. 5 but will instead return on Jan. 10. Infectious diseases specialist at McMaster
Children's Hospital in Ontario, Dr. Martha Fulford, was recently interviewed by CTV News where she discussed the Omicron variant. “Omicron (variant) is significantly less severe than the others. And there are a variety of reasons why this may be but what we're clearly seeing in countries with high vaccination rates and countries with low vacci-
nation rates is that it's simply not as severe,” she said. “The fact that people are asking the question, whether they’ve got a cold or Omicron tells us that it's pretty mild.” In terms of keeping children safe, Fulford had positive news for parents. “One of the good news stories of COVID is that children themselves are very unlikely to have
severe disease and interestingly, they're actually less likely to transmit it, not that it will never happen,” she said. “It's that balance of how we ameliorate the risk of COVID to our high-risk population with everything else that we need to do as a society. It's not COVID versus nothing its COVID versus health and wellbeing and every other aspect of our physical health or mental health or social health. Continued on Page 8
NOTICE TO CREDITORS AND CLAIMANTS Estate of Eric Koivula who died on August 23rd, 2021. If you have a claim against this Estate, you must file your claim by January 31, 2022 with GREGORY J. PROPERZI at Properzi Tims Barristers and Solicitors 9831 - 107 Street Westlock, Alberta T7P 1R9 and provide details of your claim. If you do not file by the date above, the Estate property can lawfully be distributed without regard to any claim you may have.
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Extends our heartfelt thanks to everyone in our County community who, in yet another challenging year of COVID, helped us carry out a successful Christmas Hamper effort: • Our regular weekly volunteers, who never ask for recognition and who stepped forward with that extra work needed to prepare for and on December 18-19; • Town of Lamont staff, in the office and - with caterer Chris at the Hall, whose wholehearted support is necessary and so appreciated every year; • Everyone involved with the giving trees: all the businesses who hosted giving trees, those who bought gifts, and the gang of volunteers who sorted and packed for hampers on December 18; • Fire & Rescue personnel from all corners of the County, who spent December 19 with us, helping pack hampers, oversee pickups and carry out deliveries; • Staff at Lamont Foods, whose attention to detail and cooperation made the food order happen; • And last, but certainly not least, to the staff and students at County schools, Jason and the Stuff a Limo Venture, and all the individuals and businesses whose donations of cash and food are essential to our County Food Bank. We could not do it without your support and we thank you all from the bottom our hearts! May 2022 bring you and your families health and happiness. YOUR CHRISTMAS HAMPER COMMITTEE
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Daycare needed Continued from Page 7 “We can't keep isolating children that's just profoundly harmful for our kids.” Meanwhile, parents immediately began reaching out to local daycares seeking care for their school age children so they could attend work. Shannon Kowal, owner of Funshine Child Development Centre in Mundare, adjusted her daycare’s schedule to accommodate parents. “We are always closed over the Christmas holiday and this week we were due to open Jan. 5. We had families reach out to us already (after the announcement), so we decided to open the daycare this week for school age kids. We’ll have four of them. We usually only have little ones plus before and after school care,” she said. Should the province institute any further restrictions, such as online learning, Kowal said parents might be stuck. “Last year a lot of our parents were already working from home, so it was ok for them to do online learning with their kids. At the daycare, we have too many kids to try to do that with, so if they move to online learning, we wouldn’t be able to accommodate that,” she said. While Kowal said she understands the concern around preventing severe illness, she also expressed concern for children’s social development after the nearly two years of masking they have had to endure. “I can’t help but wonder what it’s doing to them. One day I walked into our daycare and smiled at one of the babies. She just looked blankly at me, and I couldn’t figure out why. Then realized I still had my mask on, and she couldn’t see my face. As soon as I pulled it down and smiled at her again, she burst into a big smile at me,” she said. COVID numbers for the county have risen over the holidays from a 25-day streak of no cases
to a total of four as of Dec.28. In addition, 70 percent of Lamont’s population are fully vaccinated with 101 children ages five to 11 having had their first dose. Meanwhile, the gap between vaccinated and unvaccinated hospitalizations in Alberta is narrowing with currently 152 complete and partially vaccinated patients in hospital along with 197 unvaccinated as of Dec.28.
EXTRA WEEK Elk Island Public Schools students won't be returning to school until Jan. 10 after an announcement from Alberta's minister of education, Adriana LaGrange, on Dec. 30 that extra planning was needed to ensure the safety of staff and students from unknowns around the Omicron variant. Funshine Child Development Centre, in Mundare, has accommodated parents who were left seeking child care this week. Photo: Shannon Kowal
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Bruderheim Council cuts tax increase to 1.48% BY JANA SEMENIUK A proposed 3.62 per cent tax increase to balance the 2022 municipal budget was discussed at Bruderheim’s Dec. 15 council meeting, along with other ways to make up the more than $35,000 shortfall. Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny explained that the proposal would manage the RCMP cost increase, the loss of revenue at the arena due to COVID-19, a projected inflation rate to purchase goods and services to maintain service levels as well as a 1.5 percent cost of living (COLA) adjustment for staff and council. “In the 2022 operating budget, the revenue is $3,531,674. Just to explain how we come up with this increase in budget. To provide the same services that we currently do, we're projecting that the expenses will be $3,567,249. We have to collect an additional $35,575 which equates to a 3.62% budget increase from last year,” she said. Councilor George Campbell suggested a way to decrease the proposed tax hike. “I see where we have to have a 3.62 percent increase in taxes. I also see that there's one item where we could save on this budget. It may be a controversial item, but I think it's a want not a need. And that’s our mayor’s supper,” said Campbell. “We didn't have it last year, maybe this year is another year that we won't have it. We are talking about cutting expenses and it’s another place where we could cut it.” P o d o b o r o z n y explained how the annual event benefits the community. “I see the mayor’s supper as economic development, satisfying one of the Economic Development priorities and it brings (together) industry neighbours, residents, councils from adjoining (municipalities). We didn't have it last year, but we are scheduled to have it this year and hopefully showcase our community,” she said. Councilor Len Falardeau echoed Campbell’s statements.
“We’ve had them for how many years, and we didn't get any economic development. It’s a social gathering, which is nice. Those are really nice things. But it shouldn't be at the taxpayers’ expense,” he said. Councillor Judy Schueller disagreed with Falardeau. “The Hemp guys (Canadian Rockies Hemp Corporation) gained great contacts from that, and people they are looking to do business with, and even helped some of our other newer businesses. We do have people that have business interest in Bruderheim. Helping showcase them as actually a positive thing for the community, because they're all struggling. I think it's a benefit,” she said. While the Mayor’s dinner normally costs the town $2,500, the price went up to $4,000 for 2022. P o d o b o r o z n y explained the discrepancy. “We do charge to attend, this not a free event. Included in that cost are tickets for council and staff and (the cost of) our guest speaker. I believe that was the difference. The cost of doing the event is more expensive,” she said. “If
we wanted to reduce it back to $2,500, we could increase the cost of the tickets.” After Podoborozny further explained that the cost for council and staff included their tickets for the event as well as tickets for their spouses, she suggested council could pay for their own tickets if they wished. Councillor Campbell wholeheartedly agreed. “I have no problem paying for our tickets for this. If it’s going to mean that we are going to make a significant change in our budget increase. I would have to say that council pay for their own tickets, and we try to offset the costs through ticket sales,” he said. The Mayor’s Dinner event was saved with an increase in ticket price and option for staff and council to purchase their own tickets. Further debating on the budget continued resulting in an additional $15,000 being slashed from the proposed $35,575 increase by way of subtracting a community float for $5,000 and transferring $10 000 from a reserve account. The original proposal of a 3.62 increase was then reduced to 1.48 per cent.
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Lamont County passes interim budget Councillors begin to chip away at interim 5.3% tax increase
BY JOHN MATHER As Lamont County administration presented an interim budget to council Dec. 14, County Councillors reviewed the numbers and made several changes to the capital and operational spending before passing the interim budget. The final budget won’t be passed until May. The interim budget does have an initial increase of 5.3 per cent over 2021, but that could change as final revenue and expenses decisions are made in the coming months. “That 5.3 per cent is not a given,” said interim CAO Peter Tarnawsky. “It is as we look at the budget today and there is an opportunity to address it.” One of the first items to be pushed back was a deputy fire chief of operation and training at a cost of $149,904. The money was to have been paid out of tax revenue. Councillor Neil Woitas had argued against the position during preliminary presentations done between Nov. 29 and Dec. 3 and he did again during the council presentation. “I’ve heard from many of my ratepayers that we don’t need this yet,” he said. Fire Chief Shayne Milliken provided further information in support of the deputy chief position. “We’ve had a school express interest in running firefighting programs at our regional training centre,” he said. “We do expect this to be a significant source of revenue for the County.” He told the council to ensure the school was maintained and the training centre was operating efficiently; it further showed the need for a deputy fire chief. “He would act as a manager for the training centre,” said Milliken. “It
will take quite a bit of time and energy.” Councillor Aaron Wick stated there was no definite commitment from the school yet but if they hired a deputy chief and a vehicle for that person those were definite costs. “I feel we should hold off until we have a commitment to use the training centre,” he said. “We’re looking at a certain cost against an uncertain commitment. “We will need more information on this,” added Wick. Reeve David Diduck felt in light of the information about increased use of the regional training centre was important and it could create a need for the position. Council voted to drop the regional deputy fire chief from the interim budget but it will be further discussed in the new year. In addition a community/resident satisfaction survey was removed from the interim budget. A proposed Public Works Maintenance and Operational Team Lead position was also deferred for later discussion. Capital Budget adjustments made Dec. 14 included the removal of two pick-up trucks intended for two proposed positions in the operating budget and the deferral of a replacement grader. Administration voluntarily pulled work on drainage at the corner of Range Road 192 and Township Road 564. This was a $900,000 expense that was to be funded from the Road Construction Reserve, but Interim Chief Financial Officer Rodney Boyko reported to council that grant funding which may have been used to offset the project cost wasn’t available, so administration suggested it be withdrawn from the budget at this time.
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From the Files of The Lamont Leader March 15, 2016 edition of The Lamont Leader
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HAPPY NEW YEAR AND UKRAINIAN CHRISTMAS! Public Works Snow Clearing Reminder
During cold weather and snow events, it may be difficult for seniors and others with fragile needs to get around. There are opportunities such as seniors programming and the Lamont County snow angels program. Learn more by visiting the Family and Community Support Services page at lamontcounty.ca to see additional support options.
Snow and Seasonal Weather Safety
Please note, time spent on driveway clearing for plowing and grading on private driveways is set to a maximum of 30 minutes per clearing. This is due to the sheer volume of requests. Public Works receives approximately 120 driveway clearing requests, including church clearing requests every time there is a snow event. To keep things efficient, if your driveway is already cleared of snow prior to Public Works driveway clearing arriving, please also let us know so we can clear all requests in a timely manner! More information on the status of snow removal during a snow event can be found at www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/public-works.
As we experience extreme cold and other weather conditions, it is important to remember to drive to the conditions (snow, wind, ice, fog, etc.) and not the speed limit. Slow down and be safe when passing maintenance vehicles. Remember when passing tow trucks and emergency vehicles, Alberta Transportation mandates that motorists must slow down to 60 km/h (especially when emergency workers are outside the vehicle working). Use caution when passing highway maintenance vehicles too—generally these vehicles pull over periodically to allow motorists to pass safely as well. Be mindful and cautious, and drive safe!
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16 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Wednesday, January 5, 2022
CAUTION – Roadside Mulching Program
COVID UPDATES Recent updates as the highly transmissible Omicron variant is present in Alberta, includes free rapid test kits available to the public using their health care number, every 14 days. These kits are available at select pharmacies and Alberta Health Services (AHS) clinics (including Lamont Health Care Centre, and in Vegreville and Fort Saskatchewan). Don’t forget to continue wearing a mask and observe public health measures (including practicing good hygiene, staying home when feeling sick, & washing/sanitizing hands). Vaccine appointments can be booked for children aged 5+, as well as booster (third dose) for adults 18+ at pharmacies and AHS clinics across the province (walk-in and online booking). And winter break has been extended for elementary and secondary students until January 10. To learn more about the COVID-19 vaccine visit online at: https://www.alberta.ca/covid19-vaccine.aspx#book. To learn more about the Influenza vaccine visit online at: https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/influenza/influenza.aspx. Alternatively, visit one of the following local participating pharmacies: ~Lamont County Pharmacy (780-579-0017) ~Lamont Value Drug Mart (780-895-2411) ~Guardian – Royal Care Mundare Pharmacy (780-764-3036) ~Bruderheim Pharmacy (780-575-3000) ~Andrew Pharmacy & Home Health Care (780-365-3832)
Service Requests ts #LamontCounty Agricultural Services is working on roadside mulching from now until the end of March. Signs are posted to enforce temporary road closures while they work. If you enter a closed area, the County will NOT be at fault for any damage to vehicles. Please obey the signs! The Lamont County Peace Officer will be enforcing these road closures.
If you have a road concern or request for service, please SUBMIT a service request on the Lamont County website. When completing your request, make sure to clearly identify the location/area/ segment of the road, etc. And you can attach a photo of your service need. More details means we can action the request efficiently.
Regular Council & Committee of the Whole The next Regular Council Meeting and Committee of the Whole Meeting is on Tuesday, December 14 starting at 9 a.m. The public is welcome to attend. If you would like to present or speak at a meeting, please contact Legislative Services. The meeting agenda, previous meeting minutes, and Microsoft Teams link to attend the meeting virtually is found at: www.lamontcounty.ca/governance/agendas-minutes.
Bus Business Licence Renewals A friendly reminder that business licenses issued in 2021 expired on December 31 and need to be renewed! A business license is only $30, and all Lamont County business license holders are entitled to inclusion in the online business directory, as well as free advertising into inFocus on request. If you do not renew your license, these benefits will be revoked, so renew today! For more information contact the Planning & Development Department at 780-895-2233.
Strychnine Reminder
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Under the authority of the Pest Control Products Act, Health Canada is cancelling the registration of all strychnine products used to control Richardson ground squirrels, due to environmental risks. On March 4, 2020, Health Canada’s Pest Management Regulatory Agency (PMRA) published the final re-evaluation decision on strychnine used to control Richardson’s ground squirrels. To comply with the re-evaluation decision, the registration of 2% Liquid Strychnine is cancelled and subject to the following phase out timelines: x x x
Last date of sale by Registrant is March 4, 2021 (DONE). Last date of sale by Retailer is March 4, 2022 (UPCOMING). Last date of permitted use by the User is March 4, 2023 (FINAL).
Continued possession and/or use of the product after March 4, 2023 is a violation of the Pest Control Products Act. For more information on the regulation of pesticides, please contact PMRA at hc.pmra.info-arla.sc@canada.ca or 1-800-267-6315.