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Wednesday, November 3, 2021
Volume 114, Issue 18
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LESLIE CHOLOWSKY PHOTOS
The Killam RCMP Detachment looked like a pumpkin patch on Friday, Oct. 29 as the 2021 Pumpkin Carving Contest entries were on display. Entries came in from all over Flagstaff County, and showed off the skills and creativity of Flagstaffʼs youngest pumpkin carvers. The winners were picked by blind judging done by Sgt. Colin Thorne on Friday at noon. See the winning entries inside on Page 12.
Sedgewick and Killam recreation facilities both to institute Province’s REP program starting this Friday Leslie Cholowsky Editor
The Friends of the Sedgewick Recreation Board announced on Friday, Oct. 29 that as of Nov. 1, the Wild Rose Co-op Recreation Centre would operate under the Province’s Restriction Exemption Program (REP). The board passed the motion during their Executive meeting on Oct. 25. Chair Andrew Hampshire says, “One of the biggest reasons was to allow sit down/dine in meals for our concession.” He adds, “Plus a vast majority of other local arenas are implementing a REP program. “With the BR Knights playing in both Killam and Sedgewick, we’ve been trying to keep both facilities on the same program for simplicity’s
sake.” Hampshire says under the REP regulations the entire Rec Centre will be under the program, including the bowling and curling sides.” Killam Director of Community Services Charlene Sutter confirmed that effective Friday, Nov. 5, the Killam Agriplex will also implement REP. “Town Council approved to implement REP at their Thursday, Oct. 28, meeting.” She confirms that implementation procedures will be nearly identical in both facilities. Under the REP rules, all patrons age 12 and older, unless they are actual participants under the age of 18, must provide personal identification along with either proof of vaccination, proof of a negative COVID-19
test result from a sample taken within the prior 72 hours, or an original vaccine medical exemption letter. Sutter notes, “Masks are still mandatory under this program.” In both facilities, youth participating in activities are not required to adhere to the REP conditions. The rules will apply to the entire facility, except the Sedgewick Library, who will institute their own rules as they have a separate entrance, and in Killam, the Gym and Indoor Playground are also able to operate under their own rules, as they both have separate entrances. Hampshire says in Sedgewick, “Enforcement will be looked after by our Rec Centre Manager, and extra staff will most likely be needed at times. “We are hoping that volunteers can be utilized as much as possible to
avoid extra costs.” He says enforcement will be easier on the bowling and curling sides because of smaller participation numbers, adding, “But when hockey is going it will take a lot of work to enforce the program. “I hope that the large minor hockey group will be able to help out the arenas as much as possible. “It seems like most people are used to showing their vaccination record.” Hampshire adds, “It seems like regulations are changing all the time and we will do whatever keeps our users the safest.” Hampshire notes that come Nov. 15, the only accepted proof of vaccination will be the QR code provided by Alberta Heath’s proof of vaccination, which must be accompanied by identification.
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November 2021 Meetings
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Organizational Meeting of October 26, 2021 Council Highlights briefly identify decisions made by Council. Council encourages its residents, businesses and stakeholders to keep in touch with Council news. Oath of Office The Oath of Office was executed by each Councillor. Election of Reeve Council appointed Councillor Don Kroetch as Reeve of Flagstaff County for the 2021-2022 term. The Oath of Office was executed by Reeve Kroetch.
Election of Deputy Reeve Council appointed Councillor Howard Shield as Deputy Reeve of Flagstaff County for the 2021 -2022 term. The Oath of Office was executed by Deputy Reeve Shield. Code of Ethics and Conduct and Values of Council Council reaffirmed the Statement of Code of Ethics and Conduct and the Values of Council.
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Election of ASB Chairperson Council appointed Councillor Howard Shield as the Agricultural Service Board Chairperson for the 2021 2022 term. Election of ASB Vice-Chairperson Council appointed Councillor Jeff Eckstrand as the Agricultural Service Board Vice-Chairperson for the 2021-2022 term. Appointment of Committees and Board Representatives Council appointed representatives to Committees and Boards for the 2021-2022 term. (The list is available on the website.)
Policy LE 004 Boards and Committees Council approved that the Board member per diem rates remain at $400 for full day and $250 for half day.
Regular Council Meeting of October 27, 2021 Monday to Friday 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. (Closed Noon - 1 p.m.)
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Council Highlights briefly identify decisions made by Council. Council encourages its residents, businesses and stakeholders to keep in touch with Council news. Policy Review Council approved a motion that the following policies be approved as presented: • AG 001 Agricultural Service Board — with revisions • CP 002 Donations Policy — with revisions • CP 003 Risk Management — with revisions • CP 011 Financing for New Generation Co-operatives — with no revisions • HR 007 Harassment Prevention — with no revisions • HR 008 Violence Prevention — with revisions • HR 009 Drugs and Alcohol — with no revisions Axiom Oil and Gas Tax Payment Request Council approved a motion to accept the proposal by Axiom Oil and Gas Inc. and offer a tax payment agreement to pay property tax payments of $100,000 on or before October 29, 2021; $100,000 on or before January 31, 2022; $42,037.78 on or before February 28, 2022 and after full payment is received, waive a portion of the 12% penalty of $17,044.51. Request for Cancellation of Tax Penalty Council approved a motion to respectfully deny the request for the cancellation of penalties levied on Rolls 388000, 387800, 387900, 388100, 388400, 390900 in the amount of $437.56.
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Public Works Updates Please refer to our website at www.flagstaff.ab.ca for up-to-date road work throughout the County. Private Laneway Maintenance Flagstaff County will once again be undertaking snow plowing on private laneways. Please contact the Public Works Department at 780-384-4100 for further details regarding this service. We will begin laneway inspections in November. CCTV Inspection in Hamlets of Strome and Galahad Please be advised that Flagstaff County began a CCTV inspection of the sewer lines in Strome and Galahad on Monday, November 1st. Crews will be on site in both hamlets for approximately one week. Public Works Services Please visit the Flagstaff County website at flagstaff.ab.ca for information regarding Gravel Sales, Residential Laneway Maintenance, Road Maintenance, Hamlet Services, and more. Please keep in mind that our seasonal crews will be out working on our roadways and to use extreme caution while travelling on these roads while they are being maintained in any way. We thank you in advance for your cooperation during this season.
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