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Vol. 9, No. 49, Tuesday, October 7 2014

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Ross Roberts, maintenance manager at Shell Scotford, shakes the hand of Harold James, chief executive officer of the Lamont Health Care Centre, during a special presentation on Thursday, Oct. 2. Holding a plaque of special recognition was LHCC board chair Kent Harrold. Shell recently donated another installment for LHCC’s solar panel project. Altogether, the company has donated $90,000 towards the special initiative. Also on hand for the presentation were members of Shell’s community crew that was on site to do fall clean up in the courtyard.

Farmers of North America to host meeting in Lamont Michelle Pinon Editor

While Bob Friesen admits it is the absolute worst time of year to call a meeting; the vice-president of government affairs for the Farmers of North America (FNA), says they really had no choice in the matter.

Because of time constraints beyond the company’s control, FNA is hosting a public meeting in Lamont tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 8 from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Lamont Recreation Centre to pitch its proposal for a farmer owned grain handling and fertilizer distribution company to local producers.

In fact, company representatives have been holding public meetings throughout the province

since Sept. 29 to gauge interest as well as attract qualified investors.

“We’re trying to do everything we can to make all farmers aware of the opportunity,” stated Friesen during a telephone interview.

According to FNA, the reason for the urgency is because Canadian Wheat Board assets are being disposed of on an expedited basis. Because of a formal investment documents are currently being finalized, but cannot be disclosed because of the offering memorandum. “The fact that CWB assets became available during this project, creates an opportunity to combine existing productive assets such as inland terminals and port positions with the larger grain and fertilizer

build.”

As outlined on the website, a clear strategy is in place to build on the “synergies” between fertilizer sales and distribution, and grain handling and marketing-building on the distribution network that ProjectN (fertilizer component) and the grain handling business. Friesen said that plans are already in place and a site chosen for the $1.7 billion fertilizer plant that will be located in Belle Plaine, Saskatchewan.

FNA is also asking for an “expression of interest” from farmers to determine how many would be willing to support such an initiative.

Friesen made it clear that FNA is not directly asking for money, the company does feature a non-

binding commitment link on its website.

More particulars regarding the non-binding agreement as well as the scope of the proposal and details regarding the

concept will be unveilled during the meeting.

Friesen pointed out that you don’t have to be an FNA member to participate in the meeting or the project.

FNA started out as a Canadian farmers business alliance in 1998 and currently has around 10,000 members.

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This is a conceptual drawing of the $1.7 billion FNA fertilizer plant it’s proposing to build in Belle Plaine, Saskatchewan.

2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Enbridge Pipelines tests its emergency response plan

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Lisa Seeley, public affairs advisor -Western Region for Enbridge Pipelines, provided information while personnel got ready to launch on the North Saskatchewan River during a training exercise on September 30th.

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Safety has and always will be the number one priority for Enbridge Pipelines.

Those were the words of Scott Ritzer, emergency response and security co-ordinator, who was in charge of an emergency response training exercise on the North Saskatchewan River 26 kms northwest of Lamont on Tuesday, Sept.

30th.

Around 40 Enbridge employees participated in the full day exercise which simulated an emergency response to an oil spill on the river. There was a command

post set up at the base of Township Road 574 and Range Road 201.

Personnel were in the midst of a hazard assessment before heading out into the water with the boom.

The idea of the boom is to sit on top of the water to corral the oil into one spot. Then a skimmer is used to extract the oil, explained Lisa Seeley, public affairs advisor for the western region.

Also on site was a 53 foot trailer complete with buoys, chains, anchors, floatation hoses, etc.

Personnel were also hoping to test out a new rescue boat, equipped with two separate engines as well as several other features to respond faster and better.

Ritzer said that even though they have never had to respond to an oil spill in the company’s history, they have to be prepared in the possible event of one to make sure they have the training and equipment to effectively handle the situation.

“We have mutual aid with other companies,” pointed out Seeley.

The company also works hand in hand with local departments, and offers a safe communities program.

“Safety is our number one priority,” stressed Ritzer, and the company has allocated hundreds of thousands of dollars in resources to make sure residents here in Lamont County are safe.

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Town of Bruderheim hosts land use bylaw open house ty from harmful and costly development,” added Dauphinee. “At the end of the day, the

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Even though the Town of Bruderheim’s Land Use Bylaw open house did not generate much community interest, planner Jane Dauphinee said public participation is crucial at the early stages of development.

“The time is now to become part of the process,” explained Dauphinee, principal/senior planner with Muncipal Planning Services Ltd., “At the end of the day, it (land use bylaw) affects everyone who owns property in the town. We want it to reflect what the community wants.”

But there is only a certain window of time where residents and members of the public can offer input.

town is responsible for infrastructure.”

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Mayor Karl Hauch, left, discusses a few things with planner Spencer Andres while Coun. Jillian Melnick listens intently.

According to the project timeline, Dauphinee and her associates will be taking feedback from the Sept. 30th open house and incorporating it into a summary report to be presented to administration and council towards the end of November.

A draft of the new land use bylaw (LUB) is

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Dauphinee stressed that you want to have everything in place well before the legally binding document makes it to first reading. “Our ultimate goal is to present town council with a completed land use bylaw for adoption in August 2015.”

Dauphinee also pointed out that the new LUB has to be consistent with the direction of the town’s Municipal Development Plan (MDP), which was approved in 2013, and conforms to the Capital Region Board Growth Plan. The LUB also has to be consistent with all other statutory and nonstatutory planning docu-

ments adopted by the town. Adjacent municipalities are also required to be informed and included in the planning process. “We want to ensure all stakeholders are well informed of the project and invited to provide input,” stressed Dauphinee. The LUB has to be “clear and functional” for all prospective users, as well.

Mayor Karl Hauch also pointed out that while the MDP had to be approved by the CRB, the approval of the LUB is council’s decision alone. Dauphinee also noted that there is a “real significant relationship” between the two documents. There is a separation of land uses and developments that could be harmful if located too close together. “We need to protect the communi-

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4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Opinion

Heavily taxing smokers causes more problems than it solves Not that I am counting, but I quit smoking on June 30, 1995. So I have been a non-smoker for nearly 20 years. Not even a puff since. Quitting was brutal, but it is probably the healthiest thing I have ever done for myself.

Others have tried and succeeded too, but it is weeks or even months of pure hell to go through.

Those left behind continue to suffer with the addiction, and almost as horribly suffer at the hands of politicians.

Our federal and provincial governments tax cigarettes because they are looked down upon by society, and even smokers can't deny the terrible health consequences. Cigarettes are an easy target for politicians who don't have the forethought to find other ways to bring in money or gawd forbid, trim expenses to balance the public budget.

Federal tax on cigarettes is already over $21 per carton. The ridiculously high tax is applauded by health organizations as the "best" way to get people to stop smoking, especially our youth.

Although I agree that young people who are not already addicted to cigarettes will be less likely to smoke as prices go through the roof, I also believe it does little for long-time addicts.

In 1994 when the Chretien government decreased its federal tax on cigarettes, it did little to the number of smokers but did a great deal in decreasing the illegal black market cigarette trade.

At the time contraband cigarettes made up an incredible 31 per cent of the market. But when prices went down fewer people were willing to risk breaking the law to feed their addiction.

RCMP reported a drop in the seizures of illegal cigarettes by 93 per cent following the tax decrease.

As taxes went back up, so did the illegal market. Police seizures are now well above what they were pre-1994. The result: the government isn't collecting it full taxation, some report as low as almost half; the black market is flourishing with our financially strapped youth buying a high percentage of contraband cigarettes because it's what they can afford; and legitimate cigarette manufacturers and retailers have sustained a significant loss of sales.

In the past two decades since I quit smoking, the percentage of smokers in Canada has gone down from over 30 percent to just 17 percent today. Things are looking up, people are more knowledgeable and the message is getting through.

Trying to solve one problem by creating another is the wrong approach.

Kerry Anderson

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From Where I Sit: Gotta Reconcile This

By Hazel Anaka When I don’t celebrate a statutory holiday like Canada Day or Boxing Day I feel vaguely cheated. When I don’t have big plans for a long weekend I feel disappointed.

It’s one thing not to have elaborate plans for rest and relaxation; that can be forgiven. It’s quite another to always find yourself working. That reality needs my attention.

As a self-employed person who earns her income from taking on

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contract positions, I know I’m different from the average 9 to 5 office drone or career professional. And everyday I’m grateful for that fact. I don’t punch a clock or have to book my two or three weeks of vacation months in advance.

This square peg doesn’t fit the standard round hole. I’ve come to accept and celebrate that realization. My way is no better or worse than what you may have chosen but it is the only way I can thrive.

Ever since technology made it possible for some to work from home all sorts of people have studied the phenomenon. Lifestyle magazines, sociologists, cartoonists, stand-up comics, medical experts, and others have an opinion on whether or not this is a good thing.

And like with most things under the sun, there is no one right answer. On the plus side the home office concept

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allows flexibility in the work day/week; saves money on fuel, lunches, and wardrobes; saves the company paying employee benefits; and gives the worker control over their day. On the downside, the over-zealous (pick me) drone keeps working longer than reasonable or healthy because like most things under the sun, the job is never truly done. There is always one more call to make, one more email to send, one more file to update, one more innovation to research.

From the employer perspective if they’ve contracted an undisciplined or unethical lightweight, they may see missed deadlines or incomplete projects coming from the homebound worker.

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This is a work in progress. I have refused to check email (even on my phone) in the late evening. I have stayed strong on the odd Sunday. Yet, if the need arises, because of irresistible opportunity or impending deadline, I err on the side of working. I’m not sure it’s recognized or appreciated or making a huge difference so I’ve gotta reconcile this. Apparently martyrdom doesn’t pay, from where I sit.

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Opinion

LETTER: I am writing this letter to the Lamont Leader editor to advise the citizens of Lamont and area of a major change in the service delivery model of the Lamont and District Agricultural Society (the Society) and the background that brought about the change.

The Society has served the citizens of the town and district since its inception in 1918. I have attached a listing of the projects (one time and ongoing) over the past 15 years totalling over $400,000 in value to provide a bit of perspective of the funding impact to the community.

The major sources of funds have come from annual events like the Bull-a-rama and the Summer Sizzler Rodeo, grants from the Agricultural Initiatives Program (AIP), from volunteer labor provided by the society and donated equipment and materials by businesses and individuals of the community.

Of course the delivery of the programs of the Society requires a strong working relationship with the town of Lamont (the Town) at both the political and administrative levels. The small size of the community and the long history between the Society and the Town contributes to the many personal relationships that exist in the community often

between members of the Society’s Board of Directors and the Lamont Councillors and key staff.

Until 2008 the relationship between the Town and the Society was mutually supportive so that the entertainment events, fund raising and grant applications for the community were pursued in a professional and productive manner.

In 2008 the society had set up a volunteers lounge as a quiet rest area for event volunteers to get some respite from the rodeo crowd.

Alcoholic beverages were available and soon a few Society members were in party mode.

Other Society members made a quick decision to stop the abuse and shut down the party, a decision that did not sit well with the revelers. These angry members quit the Society and have since used their relationships with other organizations and the town to erode the relationship of the Society with the Town.

Over the last four years or so, discussion and negotiation between the two parties has given way to numerous demands and directives of the Town. Regularly there is insufficient time allowed for event setups, unreasonable deadline/guideline demands and unfair or poorly substantiated expenses levied on the Society by

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Resident explains recent changes with Lamont Ag. Society

the Town.

Perhaps the most significant bad faith negotiation by the town relates to the AIP grant process.

The AIP (Agricultural Initiatives Program) process requires as a condition that recipient communities be in a continuing 15 year (as a minimum) agreement with the Society, the purpose of which is to ensure that the Society applying for the grant has access to the facility (for which the grant was provided) for an extended period. The term for the existing contract is from 2008 to 2023.

In three of the last four years the Society received a letter of termination of the agreement as a first step in the negotiation process. This tactic together with inaccurate and unsubstantiated accusations sends a pretty clear message by the Town’s administration and council that negotiations and discussion are off the table.

The Society has excellent working relationships with most of the service organizations of the Town. Exceptions to this are the organizations

influenced by those leaving the Society in 2008.

The Mayor’s letter this year came as no surprise to the Society. Earlier in the month a society member called Councillor Dave Taylor, the Society’s contact to ask for some insights on the letter and was advised that Council would not put up with any bullying from the Society.

The only bullying that I am aware of was at this year’s Summer Sizzler Rodeo when a senior administrative official of the Town had a Society member engaged outside the public washrooms announcing that she was going to take the Society “down” in the very near future.

I witnessed this exchange personally. It supported my motivation to provide this perspective. I am amazed that this individual would act like this in a public setting much less to a societal member of a volunteer organization.

In addition, the Society members that I asked have no idea what the councillor’s bullying

allegation was based upon.

If the cancellation of a long term contract was based on an alleged bullying incident, why wasn’t the veracity of the claim tested or verified before a unanimous decision was made to dissolve the partnership?

I know the Society is extremely disappointed with where this relationship has ended up. I also know that the Society is unwavering in its commitment to the citizens of Lamont and District. It has reached the decision that it is fruitless to try to continue negotiations in the toxic environment that the Lamont Council and Administration has fostered.

It is my understanding that the Society is now looking to secure a new venue for the Summer Sizzler Rodeo as the Town has decided that they are cancelling the agreement with the Society. This means that the Society’s assets will be removed from the existing site to the new site wherever it may be.

The town will have to purchase or rent replace-

ment bleachers and other assets for events they plan to hold.

The Society is very pleased that a number of service organizations and local businesses from Lamont have offered to pitch in with the move and relocation.

This will greatly assist the Society in its commitment to the citizens of Lamont to deliver a similar set of programs to Lamont Communities and Organizations as it has in the past.

Lindsay Wick, Resident of Lamont County and wife of the current president of the Lamont and District Agriculture Society.

(In the efforts of fairness the Town of Lamont was contacted by the Leader to give a statement about any feedback regarding this Ag. Society Issue).

Mayor Skinner, “I have not received any calls from residents in relation to this decision.”

Administrator Sandi Mashmeyer, “To date we have received one email.”

Lamont Ag. Society List of Accomplishments

6 - Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014

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Vegreville RCMP ramps up traffic initiatives Police lay 55 charges during last five days Vegreville RCMP have ramped up traffic initiatives on our roads in the area over the past few days.

Since Thursday, October 2, 2014, detachment members, the Vegreville Detachment Traffic Unit and bicycle patrol RCMP members have laid over 55 charges against offenders in the

area.

The charges vary from seatbelts, unbuckled children, speeding, possession of illicit drugs, impaired driving, suspended drivers, noninsured vehicles as well as Fish and Wildlife offences. 24 hour, 15 day and indefinite driver’s license suspensions were also issued to multiple

drivers influenced by drugs or alcohol.

Ten vehicles were towed and seized relating to the above offences during that same time period. Cst Curtis HARSULLA of the Vegreville RCMP Traffic Services says, “ It is discouraging to see the amount of drivers who still choose to drive under the influ-

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ence of drugs and alcohol.

However, with the creation of the new Traffic Services section within the Vegreville Detachment we will continue to see an increase in traffic enforcement to ensure the roads in and around Vegreville remain safe.”

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8 - Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Frozen H20:The art and science behind making ice Michelle Pinon Editor

When figure skaters and hockey players in Lamont stepped onto the ice for the first time this season they were not thinking of what was beneath their skates; they were just happy to be gliding on the frozen water.

But for Colin Peddle, making the ice was a painstaking process that took countless hours, much skill, and a great deal of patience. He, however, is the first one to admit that making ice is a bit of a waiting game, with no room for errors.

“I’ve been making ice for the past five years,” says Peddle, who admits he is still learnColin Peddle holds the ing on the job. He is line. thankful to his hard working crew as well as the volunteers with minor hockey and members of the Old Gold men’s hockey team who help with the lines and logos.

Peddle gave some insight into the “art” of making ice. The first step is to turn on the ice plant and cool the cement until it reaches 30 degrees fahrenheit. Then it is ready for a fine misting of water.

That process is completed many times thoughout the day. “Then we go over it with a small amount of water from a garden hose.” Peddle points out that you don’t want to put on thick layers, only thin layers. You also have to make sure that you apply the water going north-south as well as eastwest.

He says he has never wanted to count how many times he adds a layer because it would be “overhwhelming”. Then it is time to add lines, face off circles, and goalie creases.

Even though the process is very time consuming, judging by the smile on Peddle’s face, it is always worth it in the end. I think the kids and the kids at heart would agree.

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FIRE PREVENTION WEEK Reaching out to honour those who put their lives on the line for all of us!

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Andrew Fire Department Back Row L-R, Billy Andriuk, Dawson Danyluk, Brad Schieman, Kristin Thorowsky, Tracy Lupul, Jason Mercier, Rusty Kroetsch, Jesse Lewis. Front (sitting) L-R, Marty Stewart, Capt. Jesse Lindberg, Fire Chief Barry Goertz, Lt. Ray Carlisle, Steve Clark.

Andrew Hotel 5102 Stelmack Ave. 780-365-3505

Thank you to all the firefighters for everything you do!

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Saluting all our brave firefighters!

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Thank you

We appreciate and respect our firefighters.

Thank you!

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

Check your smoke alarms and replace the batteries every year.

Hose rolling was one of the exciting events during the Amazing Garlic Race at the annual Andrew Garlic Festival last October. This year there will be a multi fire department relay challenge during the festival between 1-3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 11.

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We salute all our brave firefighters, who always come to our rescue, all over the County!

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014 - 11

Bruderheim Fire Department

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

Back row from left to right: Rodney Whalen, Shayne Cherniwchan, Trevor Teslia, Alan Klassen, Leslie Clarke, Bob Cote, Kirklin Moore, Shayne Milliken and Amber Tanner. Front row left to right: Desiree Bartz, Carolyne Olechow, Andy Bibby, Kyle Holte, and Mary Ellen Boyle.

Department to host Centennial Michelle Pinon Editor

Bruderheim Fire Chief Bob Cote will soon be kicking plans for the department’s 100th anniversary into high gear.

While the three day event, slated for early this September, seems a far way from now; Cote says the centennial celebration will be here before he knows it.

Hundreds of people have come and gone

over the course of the past 100 years, but Cote is hoping to reach out to as many of them as possible, and personally invite them to the celebration of the century.

“We hope to bring back as many firefighters as we can.” Cote has a list of firefighters dating back to 1967, and is hoping to make contact with as many of them as he can.

One individual in particular that he is hoping will be able to attend the

Thank you for all you do in maintaining our family friendly communities.

centennial celebration is its oldest fire chief, Ross Richardson. Cote is amazed the department has been able to operate continuously for 100 years, and is hoping for many more years of service to the community.

Cote is also looking for photos and stories for a history book that will be available during the celebration. Any residents with historical information, pictures or articles about the department are asked to contact Alan Klassen at 780-796-3634 or a.klassen@bruderheimfire.com

Town of Bruderheim Mayor, Staff and Council would like to thank all the Firefighters for keeping our community Safe and Secure!

780-796-3731

Bruderheim & Fort Saskatchewan We thank all of our volunteer firefighters for keeping us safe in our homes and businesses.

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Working smoke alarms reduce the risk by 50% of dying in reported home fires.

When smoke alarms fail to operate, it is usually because batteries are missing, disconnected, or dead.

The Canexus Bruderheim Terminal would like to remind you to change the battery in your smoke detector during fire safety week. Check the date on your detectors and ensure your smoke detector is newer than 10 years old, if you are unsure, replace it with a newer model.

Thank you from Canexus Corporation.

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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014 - 13

A Salute to our Everyday Heroes

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Thanks for taking care of our community and putting out those fires!

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Thank you for your bravery and dedication Firefighters.

Thanks for all of your support!

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Always have a fire extinguisher in your home.

Thanks for all you do!

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Lamont County Council and Sta would like to express their extreme gra tude to the re ghters who sel essly risk their lives for the people of Lamont County. Thank you!

Thanks to all of our volunteer firefighters.

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Remember: Don’t leave candles burning unattended

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We thank our Volunteer Firefighters for keeping our lives safe.

A Special Thanks to our Firefighters who dedicate countless hours of service to our community.

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Thank you for watching over our community.

We sincerely appreciate all that you do.

When camping always ensure your fire is completely extinguished before you leave.

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Chipman Fire Department

Busy year for Chipman firefighters Michelle Pinon Editor

Chipman Fire Chief Steve Rasmussen has had his hands full this year.

“It has been a busy year for the Chipman Fire Department. To date we have had 38 calls which break down as 33 in the county and five in the Village of Chipman.

There have been five motor vehicle incidents, four vehicle fires, 14 outside fires, five structure fires and 10 medical assists or miscellaneous calls.”

For the most part, Rasmussen says they have been running with a crew of 17 firefighters, but are always looking to recruit new members.

This year the depart-

ment was able to replace its rescue unit with a different one with the assistance from Lamont County and support from department fundraising events.

Rasmussen says the new rescue truck is more reliable and can carry more equipment than its former model.

The department was also able to purchase its own self contained breathing apparatus fill

station. Rasmussen said it is so convenient to be able to fill up containers at the fire hall now.

During Fire Prevention Week Chipman firefighters will be going door to door to check fire extinguishers.

If residents would like to make an appointment to have an inspection done, contact Rasmussen at 780-2183811.

We Salute our local firefighters.

Thank you for ser ving in our community.

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A SALUTE TO OUR FIREFIGHTERS During Fire Prevention Week, we’d like to take a moment to thank our local firefighters for their hard work and volunteerism. Their tireless efforts make our community a safer place to live.

This week, show your appreciation by learning how you can help protect yourself, your family and our firefighters through fire prevention.

SUBMITTED PHOTO

Back row from left to right: Lt. Shaun Rasmussen, Capt. Theo Wallace, Fire Chief Steven Rasmussen, Deputy Chief Don McBride, Captain Tim Sparks. Front row left to right: Jen Cooke, Jordin Fletcher, Joel VanDyk, Junior Firefighter Dominik Davis, Tania Davis, John Tilden and Richard Scints. Missing Lt. Mike Seipert, Tam Seipert, Junior Firefighter Jacob McBride, Cory Benoit, and Capt. Fabian Mandrella.

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Lamont Fire Department Igniting the ‘Fire Within” Michelle Pinon Editor

The 2015 Fire Within Calendar is unique in that it only features members of the Lamont Fire Department in action.

All of the photographs were taken by members of the department during emergency fire calls in 2013.

In fact, Lamont Fire Chief John Helton stated in his personal message at the front of the calendar that firefighters responded to a total of 92 calls in 2013.

Of those: 29 were motor vehicle calls, 15 wild fires, eight structure fires, 15 medical assists, 13 alarm bells, and 12 other calls.

Helton said proceeds from the sale of calendars go back to the department which has a roster of 30 members with anywhere between six months and 40 years of service. Members provide fire prevention, education and emergency response. “We provide emergency services to the residents of the Town of Lamont and to an area of approximately 195 square miles in Lamont County.”

He went on to say, “I am very proud of the members of our department and the dedication, skills and services they provide on a daily basis. If it were not for this dedication from them, we would not have a fire department for the citizens. I would also like to thank the dedicated spouses of the department members, and members of the public who in time of need ensure that the firefighters are feed on a regular basis when out on calls for a long period of time.”

The calendars are available through department members, at Price Automotive and the Lamont Leader.

Lamont’s bucket brigade competition Sept. 13, 2014.

Back row from left to right: Corey Cholak, Daniel Bowman, Andy McDonald, Dustin Harpe, Colin Price, Captain Scott Calder, Mark Dziwenko, Herb Resch, Ben Kihn, and Gord McLaughlin.Front row left to right: Helen Rich, Jessica Blackmore of Shell, Fire Chief John Helton, Assistant Deputy Fire Chief Bob Mitchell, Deputy Fire Chief Greg Dallman, Deputy Fire Chief Herman Sieker, Kylee Dziwenko and Chaplin Debbie Brill.

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Staff and Council would like to thank all the brave men and women that work so hard to keep us all safe.

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Mundare Fire & Rescue Department to host Ladies Let Loose fundraiser Michelle Pinon Editor

Mundare Fire & Rescue are extending an invitation to members of the female persuasion to let loose and enjoy a night out on Nov. 8.

Volunteer firefighters are hosting the first ever Ladies Let Loose fundraiser in just over a month’s time, and Fire Chief Glenda Dales is excited about the event that will combine fun, food and entertainment.

“It is a fun evening for ladies only! Gerry’s Fashion from Lamont will provide us with a selection of clothes from casual to dazzling in a fashion display.” There will also be a little bit of dancing and games of chance throughout the evening.

The fun will kick-off at 7:30 p.m. at the Mundare Recreation Centre. “This is our first attempt at this type of fundraiser,” added Dales, who is hopping for a good turn out that Saturday evening.

Members are hoping to raise $6,000 so the fire department will be able to purchase a self contained breathing apparatus.

Dales recommends purchasing tickets in advance. The tickets are $25 each and are available for purchase at the town office, Stawnichy’s, and ATB Branch in Mundare. There will be a limited number of tickets at the door for $30 a piece.

For more information contact Dales at 780-3633884.

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

In the back row are Fire Chief Glenda Dales and Safety Officer Dale McCarty. Front row left to right: Training Officer Kyle Widynowski, Dwayne Hick, Deputy Chief Charlie Gargus, Danika Brison, Melissa Tchir, Allen Candy, Captain Al Lenkewich and Deputy Chief Colin Zyla. Missing: Neil Lesoway, Jason Warawa, Jordan McNeely, Dale Morrison, Captain Shamus Brison, Brian Sharun, Tom Calinoiu, and Cheryl Zeleny.

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This burning vehicle was photographed during a recent fire near Mundare.

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Town of Mundare Mayor,Councill & Staff Wee would d likee too say y u too thee men n Thankk You d women n thatt keep and ourr community y safe.

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Residents urged to register for ALERT System Michelle Pinon Editor

One of the newest services that Lamont County has added to its safety arsenal is the ALERT System.

“The system is available to town, village and county residents at no cost, but provides an invaluable resource for communicating with residents in both emergency and non-emergency situation,” says Randy Siemens, fire chief and emergency services coordinator for Lamont County.

The ALERT System, which began operating about a month ago has had a “slow, but steady response”, and Siemens would like to get more residents to sign up before testing to gage its effectiveness.

Siemens points out that, “Residents get to choose what and how, that is what kind of information you would like to receive from your municipality or the county. The how refers to what device you would like to hear from us on such as home phone, cell phone, computer and whether just at home or work as well.”

Siemens says the county has developed a new brochure and post card for distribution explaining the alert system to better assist residents.

In other news, the county has found 12 active sites due to its thermal imaging program that checks burn permits. “This may in some part have contributed to no fire bans this year to date and very few brush fires,” noted Siemens. “We still

have a couple of departments who do not participate, so the load on others is increased as we still cover those areas.”

In terms of brush fires, Siemens points out that brush piles may only be 15 m in diameter and a break of 50 m between them must be maintained. Permits will no longer be given for long windrows as they are unmanageable and create health issues for many residents.

As far as training, the county has moved to a more centralized training model that has been very successful, and is led by training officers Alan Klassen and Shamus Brisson. The county now has a training calendar on Facebook and all training is displayed on the county’s Facebook site.

“The training officers

now co-ordinate training for Lamont County, Smoky Lake and Two Hills, our mutual aid partners, starting this year. Our training site, although slow in coming, is seeing progress and now has insurance approval and an engineer doing some preliminary work for us.”

The Chipman Fire Department received three new pieces of appartus and were recently put into service sporting the county’s new logo and stripes, noted Siemens.

Lastly, meetings have been held with three of the five municipalities regarding the fire agreement and budgets for emergency services, and he hopes to meet with the remaining departments in the near future.

Firemens’ Prayer When I am called to duty God, Where-ever flames may rage, Give me strength to save some life, What ever be its age.

Help me embrace a little child, Before it is too late, Or save an older person from The horror of that fate.

Enable me to be alert and to hear the weakest shout, And quickly and efficiently, To put the fire out.

I want to fill my calling and To give the best in me, To guard my every neighbour and Protect his property.

And if according to my fate, I am to lose my life, Please bless with your protective hand, My children and my wife.

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Delivery fee: $75 $125/order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961. _____________________ S T E E L B U I L D I N G S / M E TA L BUILDINGS 60% off!

20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-4572206; www.crownsteelbuildings.ca. _____________________ SAWMILLS from only $4,397. Make money & save money with your own bandmill. Cut lumber any dimension. In stock ready to ship. Free info & d v d : www.NorwoodSawmills.c om/400OT. 1-800-5666899 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 1-888-263-8254. _____________________ STEEL BUILDINGS "Gift-Card Give-Away!"

20x22 $4,358. 25x24

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32x32 $7,599. 40x46 $12,662. 47x72 $18,498.

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Pioneer Steel 1-800-6685 4 2 2 ; www.pioneersteel.ca. _____________________ A-STEEL SHIPPING Dry Storage Containers. Used 40' & 40' Seacans high cube & insulated containers 40'-53' long. Specials in stock now. Self unloading delivery. Phone toll free 1-866-528-7108; www.rtccontainer.com. _____________________ HARVEST SALE on now until Oct. 19. Simply Amish Furniture Edmonton. Celebrate the bounty! Invest in beautiful heirloom quality furniture.

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Lifetime guarantee. Quick ship options on popular collections. Visit in person before October 19, and mention you saw this ad to receive an additional 5% off! See our catalogue online at: www.simplyamishedmonton.com.

2840 Calgary Trail, Edmonton. _____________________ MANUFACTURED HOMES _____________________ WE WILL BEAT any quote in Alberta on 16, 20, 22 & modular. Many models to choose from or customize your own. Best Buy Homes. 403-948-

2455, 403-560-6317. _____________________ A FANTASTIC VALUE for your family! 16' X 76' home includes white appliances, gas stove, separate entrance through mud room, large master bedroom with an oval soaker tub in the ensuite.

United Homes Canada 1-800-461-7632; www.unitedhomescanada.com. _____________________ PERSONALS _____________________ DATING SERVICE. Long-term/short-term relationships. Free to try! 1877-297-9883. Live intimate conversation, Call #7878 or 1-888-534-6984.

Live adult 1on1 Call 1866-311-9640 or #5015.

Meet local single ladies.

1-877-804-5381. (18+). _____________________ SERVICES _____________________ BANK SAID NO? Bank on us! Equity Mortgages for purchases, debt consolidation, foreclosures, renovations. Bruised credit, self-employed, unemployed ok.

Dave Fitzpatrick: www.albertalending.ca. 587-437-8437, Belmor Mortgage. _____________________ GET BACK on track! Bad credit?

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Pioneer Acceptance Corp. Member BBB. 1-877-987-1420; www.pioneerwest.com. _____________________ CRIMINAL RECORD? Think: Canadian pardon.

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ANNOUNCEMENTS Viking Preschool is once again fundraising with Mom’s Pantry and Purdy’s chocolates from October 2 to 23. Please contact a preschool parent for order forms or call Rosanne Morken at 780-336-3101 or Sherry Fornal at 780-3362133.

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COMING EVENTS VIKING FARMERS MARKET Regular market 2 - 4 p.m. every Thursday til end of October.

Thanksgiving Market October 9, 2-5 p.m. Extra vendors including Jockey Clothes, Gold Canyon, Tupperware, Jewellery, etc.

Pumpkin pie and coffee.

First Christmas Market November 13, 2-7 p.m.

Wipf Enterprises Vegetables. New vendors welcome. For more info or to book a table call 780-5922431. tfn ________________________ This Friday, Oct. 10 at 7:00 p.m. the movie "Winnie the Pooh" will be showing at the Rocket Theatre in Viking.

37c ________________________ Lawrence and Diane Rude will be celebrating their 50th wedding anniversary on Sunday, October 12, at the Tofield Community Hall. Open house from 2 - 5 pm. Come and celebrate with us.

TM37p ________________________ Round Hill Halloween market 5 - 7 pm on Monday, October 27th. Costume parade and pumpkin carving contest. For a table call Terry 780-672-6068.

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51tfnc ________________________ 2 bedroom adults only, heat and water included for $700/month plus damage deposit. In Tofield on 50th St. For inquiries call: 780662-0051 TM37c ________________________ House on acreage for rent. 6 miles north of Viking.

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36-37p ________________________ 3 bedroom house for rent. $750/month not including utilities. Viking. 780-3855287.

37tfn ________________________ Indoor RV, boat and vehicle storage available only until October 16, in Tofield. Call 780-499-5996.

TM37-38p ________________________ Clean 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house for rent in Innisfree. No smoking, no pets. For more info, call 780458-8628.

CP36-39p ________________________ Spacious newly renovated one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Includes laminate flooring, ceramic tile, new appliances, cable, heat, and water. Rents starting at $600 with rental incentives on a one year lease. In Tofield 780-6623396.

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October 10 & 11 from 10 am - 6 pm. Moved from acreage to Tofield. Tools, heavy duty lawn mower, chipper, furniture, utility trailers, microwave, toaster oven and clothes washer. TM37p ________________________

FOR SALE For Sale. Red 4 wheel scooter with 2 baskets. Excellent condition. Battery powered. $1000.00 OBO. Call 780-3363202.

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37-38p ________________________ •2006 24ft Aluminum Gooseneck Stock Trailer $17,500 •New Holland 358 Mix Mill with Bale and Grain Auger attachments $6,500 (always shedded) •60” 3PT Hitch Blade $150 •Cockshutt 40 Tractor with Front End Loder OFFERS? CALL 780-888-1278 CP36-37p ________________________

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HELP WANTED Viking Meats, Deli/counter clerk, full and part time positions. Apply in person.

36-37c ________________________ Beaverhill Motel in Tofield is looking for housekeeping/front desk staff. Please apply in person.

TM 37c ________________________ Full time Administrative Assistant position available in a business office in Tofield. Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel and Word. Excellent customer service skills would be an asset. Drop off your resume c/o, The Tofield Mercury.

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LOST & FOUND Volkswagen key/remote found on 54 Ave and 52 St. Stop by the Weekly Review office on Main Street to claim. ________________________

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MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

Mundare School held its annual Terry Fox Run on Monday, September 29 at Ukraina Park. This caped crusader lead the way for his schoolmates. Together students and staff raised $1,515 for the Terry Fox Foundation.

Mundare’s Royal Care Compounding Pharmacy holds its official grand opening ceremony Royal Care Compounding Pharmacy celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday, Sept. 30.

The 1,000 square foot community pharmacy in Mundare, specializes in pharmacy compounding, which is the art and science of consulting, creating, preparing unique personalized medications and other therapeutic agents for humans, patients and pets.

Compounded medications are made from scratch, where individual ingredients are mixed together in the exact strength and dosage form required by the patient. This method allows the compounding pharmacist, Brendan Ihejirika, owner/manager of Royal Care Compounding Pharmacy and his team to work with the patient and the prescriber to customize a medication to meet the patient’s specific needs.

According to Ihejirika, “Put another way, we are problem Brendan Ihejirika solvers of pharmaceutically related issues concerning humans and animals.”

The pharmacy features the new compounding lab, private consultation area and provides other special services to the community, such as hospice care, veterinary, patient immunizations, pain management, hormone replacement therapy, administration of injections, smoking cessation help, etc.

Working with the patient, dentist, and physician, pet owners and vets, Ihejirika and his team, can prepare a “customized” medication in a special compounding laboratory, using the latest techniques and devices available.

In one of these techniques, they compound the medications in a special dosage form or delivery system suited for the patient. For example, Ihejirika and his team prepare the medication using several unique delivery systems, such as a troche, a lollipop, or a transdermal gel, cream or ointment, etc. Or, for those patients who are having a difficult time swallowing a capsule, tablet or any other solide dosage form, can make a suspension of syrup instead.

“We’re bringing a new era in pharmacy care to the community,” said Ihejirika. “Patients will be able to receive the type of personalized care they deserve.

We work closely with their healthcare providers to help them pursue more positive therapeutic out-

comes.”

There are several reasons why pharmacist Brendan and his team decided to start compounding prescription medications; yet, the most important one is patient non-compliance or adherence due to say “allergy”. We want to help many patients who may be allergic to preservatives or dyes, or are sensitive to standard drug strengths. With a prescriber’s consent, compounding pharmacist Brendan and his team can change the strength of a medication and alter its dosage form to make it easier for the patient to ingest.

At one time, nearly all prescriptions were compounded.

With the advent of mass drug manufacturing in the 1950s and ‘60s, compounding rapidly declined. The pharmacist’s role as a preparer of medications quickly changed to that of a dispenser of manufactured dosage forms, and most pharmacists no longer were trained to compound medications.

Fortunately for a lot of patients and the healthcare system, compounding has experienced resurgence as modern technology and innovative techniques and research have allowed more pharmacists to cus-

tomize medications to meet specific patient needs.

The “one-size fits-all” nature of many mass-produced medications meant that some patients’ needs were not being met. “We all don’t wear the same size shoes, so why do our medicines have to be one-sizefits-all?” commented Ihejirika. “Countless lives are saved every single day by physicians and patients using compounded medications. In fact, it will be very hard to imagine modern healthcare without compounded preparations.”

“As a small pharmacy, one of our goals and commitments to the community is to be innovative, professional and competitive, and most importantly, help in improving the health and wellness and the quality of life of our patients. We think that’s exactly what we have done with the introduction of our compounding lab,” says Brendan. “Though some people may not know a whole lot about compounding at the moment,” he continued, “it is our hope and expectation that the new compounding lab will not only serve the needs of our various communities, region and surrounding areas, but also educate them on the wonderful benefits of compounding.”

MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

The Royal Care Compounding Pharmacy celebrated its grand opening on Tuesday, Sept. 30th. On hand for the ribbon cutting and open house were several dignitaries and customers. Pictured in the front row from left to right are: Jacquie Fenske, Fort Saskatchewan-Vegreville MLA, Brendan Ihejirika, Noreen Winiarski and Grace Almond. Back row from left to right: Town councillor Jaime Burghardt, Dawn Kowal and Mayor Charlie Gargus.

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014 - 23

Heartland 101 Salt Cavern Storage

Underground salt formations are used as a safe and cost effective method for hydrocarbon storage across North America. In Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, the Lotsberg Formation provides millions of barrels of storage for industry operating in the region.

Development of the region’s naturally occurring massive, underground salt formation began more than four decades ago.

In 1971, Chevron Canada created the area’s first underground storage caverns at what is now Keyera.

Since then, many major industrial and pipeline companies have developed salt caverns within the massive salt formation.

Because salt formations are impermeable, they are a highly effective means of storing liquids and gases for future use.

Caverns are also engineered to ensure they are a safe method of storage, and are subject to regulations and inspections.

Storage caverns are located approximately 2 kilometres below the earth’s surface in the salt formation. Each cavern is developed over an 18 24 month period. Water is injected into the formation at high pressure to dissolve the salt, creating a saltwater or brine solution. The end result is a large, pear shaped cavern.

Caverns can have a capacity from 500,000 to over 1 million barrels, depending on the size. Hydrocarbons are stored by pumping them down into the cavern, displacing the brine, which is retained in brine storage ponds for use when the hydrocarbon product is withdrawn.

“The region’s salt caverns are one of many unique key advantages that makes the Heartland an attractive location for industry,” explained Vanessa Goodman, Chair of Life in the Heartland. “In fact, ATCO Energy Solutions and Petrogas recently announced plans to develop four new salt caverns. Two will be completed in the second quarter of 2016, and completion of the additional two is anticipated in the second quarter of 2017.”

More information about ATCO and Petrogas’ salt caverns will be available at the upcoming Heartland Community Information Evening. Held twice per year, the evening is an opportunity for the community to engage with over a dozen companies and organizations. Presentations and booths will provide information on upcoming projects and activities in the Heartland.

The event is on Monday, October 27 at the Gibbons Cultural Centre. Doors open at 5 pm and presentations begin at 6 pm.

RSVP for seating and food purposes to info@lifeintheheartland.com or by calling/texting 780.231.9802.

For more information about Life in the Heartland, visit lifeintheheartland.com, follow us on Twitter and Facebook, or email info@lifeintheheartland.com.

Careers Under Construction Careers in Transition now offers Enhancing Opportunities, a full time 20 week education and career planning program to prepare for the GED exam and assist with employment goals.

x In class instruction – English and writing skills, Social Studies, Mathematics, Science, Exam prep x Computer skills training – MS Word, Excel, Internet, Email, and Windows 7 x Career Planning – occupational research, post secondary opportunities x Employment readiness –resume writing, job search assistance, interview skills, workplace training

Next course starts in November, Space is Limited!

For information and to register call 780 589 4700

Andrew Garlic Festival

Lamont Community Playschool

Come join the fun!

There are a few spots available in our Monday/Wednesday afternoon class.

Contact Jill @780 895 7690

Lamont Minor Hockey

Battle River REA Membership Benefit Program

Battle River REA is all about ensuring our members get the best of the best. Not only do they save with being a Member, they can now save locally through many different businesses. We have created a Membership Benefit Program to ensure they have all they need.

We are looking to have businesses offer discount incentives to our members to keep them local. Battle River Members will see how we are all providing them a wonderful service and continue to come back.

For more information contact us at 780 672 7738 or visit us online at www.brrea.coop.

24 - Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Employment Opportunities Construction Supervisor Lamont County is currently seeking a team-oriented and selfmotivated individual 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.

Preference will be given to candidates with: x Minimum of 3 - 5 years direct work experience as a Construction Supervisor and office management. x Knowledge of construction and inspection, including rural transportation networks. x Knowledge of the preparation, control and monitoring of budgets. x Must have knowledge of computers, internet service, GPS/GIS.

Development Permits Issued Discretionary Use Appeal by October 13, 2014 Take notice that the following permit for proposed development as described below has been issued in accordance with the Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 675/07.

1. Legal Description: NE & SE 10-57-20-W4 Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: 119.3 hectares (295 acres) sand and gravel extraction operation, processing and hauling out of NE & SE 10-57-20-W4 Permit No.: 053/14

This competition will remain open until an applicant is hired.

2. Legal Description: SE 5-57-20-W4 Land Use: Heartland Agricultural District (HA) Proposal: 56.8 hectares (140.3 acres) sand and gravel extraction operation, processing and hauling out of SE 5-5720-W4.

Permit No.: 054/14

Director of Planning and Community Services Lamont County is seeking a Director of Planning & Community Services. This individual will participate in the establishment of strategic direction and coordinate planning of departmental priorities and programs which align with the County’s goals.

3. Legal Description: SE 24-58-19-W4 Land Use: Heartland Agricultural District (HA) Proposal: 59.1 hectares (146 acres) sand and gravel extraction operation, processing and hauling out of SE 24-58-19-W4.

Permit No.:055/14

The ideal candidate will have: x Registered Professional Planner with the Canadian Institute of Planners or eligible for membership is desired. x Minimum of five (5) years of municipal experience. x Knowledge of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland. x Excellent networking, presentation and communication skills, with the ability to work within a team internally and externally. x Must be self-motivated and have the ability to exercise independent judgment. x Must possess a valid class 5 driver’s license.

Additional Information For additional information regarding these permits, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (780) 895-2233.

Lamont County offers competitive rates and an excellent benefits package. This competition will remain open until 4:00 p.m. October 31st, 2014.

To view complete job descriptions and qualifications go to www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources Please forward your resumes/applications to:

Did You Know …

Appeal The Land Use Bylaw provides that the person applying for the permit or affected by the order, or any other person affected by an order, decision or development permit of a Development Authority may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within fourteen (14) days after the date of notice.

Lamont County does all of its own gravel pit stripping and reclamation work. This work is usually carried out at the end of the year before freeze up.

Appeal Fee - $200.00

Meeting Notes form the September 29 Special Meeting

CALC Upcoming Courses TDG & WHIMIS Note: Government changes are coming in 2015 Location: Lamont, Date: TBD, Time: 9 a.m. – 12 p.m., 1 – 4 p.m.

Cost: $95.00 each

Lamont County Human Resources Department 5303 – 50 Avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca Fax: (780) 895-7404

Load Securement Location: Lamont, Date: TBD, Time: 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Cost: $150.00

Lamont County thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fire Arm Safety 5 Ti Location: Chipman, Date: Saturday, October 25, Time: 8 a.m.4:30 p.m.

Cost: $120.00 Register By October 15

Alberta Shelterbelt Program The Alberta Shelterbelt Program has recently introduced a new bulk tree seedling program. The ability to buy in bulk satisfies the needs of those who are looking to restore or enhance their riparian areas, assist in conservation initiatives, or aide in reclamation projects at a reduced cost.

No minimum order is required to participate in the bulk seedling program. If you are interested in participating in the Alberta Shelterbelt Program, please place your order by December 31, for delivery of seedling trees in May. The application form can be found on the Lamont County Website or at www.marketland.net.

Lamont County Agricultural Service Board assists landowners in the acquisition and distribution of shelterbelt trees in accordance with Policy 6080, in order to promote soil and water conservation and rural beautification.

FCSS Community Awareness

Computer Training for the New User Location: Chipman, Date: TBD

For more information or to register call Odette Romanchuk at 780-895-2233 or toll free at 1-877-895-2233 ext. 233.

Lamont County Library Board Members Needed The Lamont County Library Board is looking for members of the public who are interested in serving a 3-year term.

The Board helps the Bruderheim, Lamont, Andrew and Mundare libraries with funding for programs and events, as well as distributing grant monies between them.

The Board meets six times per year between September and May, and mileage is paid for those who drive more than 5 kms for meetings. Honorariums are provided for Chair and Secretary.

Please email your letter of interest to lamontcountylibraryboard@gmail.com.

Councillor’s Corner Lafarge Gravel There is approximately 30,000 tons of gravel in a Lafarge pit that is available for Lamont County to purchase at $12 per tonne, which is a three-year supply if the gravel is used only for base application and road patching. Payment for the gravel is not in the 2014 budget, but can be taken out of road reserves. Lamont County will be negotiating the purchase of this gravel from Lafarge.

Andrew Haul Road (RR 162) There has been some maintenance done by Lafarge and JMB on some parts of RR 162.; more work such as a shoulder-pull still needs to be done, which Lafarge and JMB agreed to perform.

Hauling and final work would be continued in the spring. Lamont County will be establishing expectations for standards of road maintenance/repair required by Lafarge and JMB. A draft letter stating these expectations will be brought to the next council meeting.

Contract for Paving RR 195 At the September 9 council meeting tender for paving RR 195 was awarded to Sandstar, who provided bids for a three-part project. Due to costs, Council chose to only have one part of the project done. Sandstar has indicated that it is not possible for them to do only part of the project, without increasing their costs. Council has decided to not go forward with the project, and to re-tender it in the spring.

Hardrock Gravel Hardrock Gravel Contracting LTD originally thought they had enough gravel to handle the contract extension on their existing pit, however now believe they don’t, and they are not in a position to complete work. The contract called for $13.07 for the gravel, however a new proposal was provided, with some gravel coming from a Smokey Lake pit, with an increased price of $13.45. Lamont County will be asking Hardrock Contracting LTD to honor the original offer of gravel coming from within the County for $13.07. WSP will be asked to include 2015 in the tender previously approved by council.