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Estevan city council has taken the first step towards adopting a new code of ethics. Council gave first reading to an ethics bylaw at Monday night’s council meeting. The bylaw, which defines how council will act when dealing with municipal employees, the public and other members of council, is required for all cities in the province. “We took the drafted legislation from the province, and expanded it, to make it more stringent for Estevan,” said city clerk Judy Pilloud. It was also written to be consistent with the code of conduct policy for the city’s employees. The bylaw carries several standards and values. Council members will be truthful and open in their roles as council members and as members of the community. They will make decisions carefully, fairly and impartially. They will treat all people with respect. It also stipulates council members will conduct business and their duties in an open and transparent manner, except for matters dealt with in a confidential manner in a closed session. They will
refrain from disclosing or releasing confidential information acquired by their office, except when required by law or authorized by council. Members will strive to build and inspire the public’s trust and confidence in the government, and they will act in accordance with the Cities Act and other provincial and federal statutes. “This duty includes disclosing actual or potential conflicts of interest, either financial or otherwise, relating to their responsibilities as members of council, following policies and procedures of the City of Estevan, and exercising all conferred powers strictly for the purpose for which the powers have been conferred,” the bylaw states. “Every member of council is individually responsible for preventing potential and actual conflicts of interest.” The bylaw also includes clauses for employment incompatible with city business, the receipt of gifts and favours, contracts with the city, appropriate use of city services and resources and expectation of privacy for electronic devices provided by the city. If there has been a contravention of the code of ethics, an individual, organization or member of council can file the necessary paperwork.
“The complaint will then be presented to council at the next regular meeting of council in an in camera (committee) session,” the bylaw states. Council will discuss the complaint and take all necessary steps. If the claim is substantiated, council may impose a penalty, based on the severity of the contravention, which could range from an apology to removal from council chambers. Pilloud noted conflict of interest legislation has been enacted in many Saskatchewan municipalities ever since a high-profile case was discovered in the rural municipality of Sherwood near Regina in 2015. The provincial government expect they would have their draft conflict of interest legislation ready before October’s civic election, but the document wasn’t finalized until November. Council has until Feb. 23 to pass the bylaw, or the community will be governed by the Cities Act’s code of ethics, but Pilloud said the Cities Act document and the city bylaw are very similar. The final readings of the bylaw aren’t scheduled to happen until Feb. 27, so council might have to follow the Cities Act guidelines for a few days.
Obituaries Obituaries Merlin Stanley Skjonsby 1935 ~ 2017 Merlin was born on April 11, 1935 at Wadena, Saskatchewan and passed away peacefully on January 25, 2017 at Weyburn, Saskatchewan. He was predeceased by his parents, Stanley and Aurilla Skjonsby; sister in law, Marion Skjonsby; uncle, Floyd Deal, Jr and brothers in law, Marvin Larson and George Rasmuson. Merlin grew up on the family farm at Ratcliffe, Saskatchewan and married Anna L. Rasmuson on July 19th, 1957 at Weyburn. Saskatchewan. They were married for 59 years and lived in Weyburn, Estevan and Stoughton and he enjoyed 52 years working in the oilfied in Saskatchewan. Merlin will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 59 years, Anna Skjonsby of Weyburn, SK; daughter, Shelly (Don) Mahaffey of Weyburn, SK; son, Ken Skjonsby of Weyburn, SK; son, Brian (Angele) Skjonsby of Estevan, SK; grandchildren: Jesse Mahaffey, Kelsey (Jeff) Krieger, Kaley Mahaffey (Adam Bue), Nicholas Skjonsby and Joshua Skjonsby; great grandson, Charlie Krieger; brothers, Wilfred (Mariann) Skjonsby and Darrell (Vickie) Skjonsby; sisters, Mabel Larsen and Darlene (Dalt) Lafoy; brothers in law, Raymond (Joyce) Rasmuson; sisters in law, Judy Rasmuson and Ruth (Duane) Ryan as well as numerous nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. The family of Merlin would like to thank Dr. Allan Fong, Dr. Philip Fong and Dr. Matiza; staff at Houses 11 & 12 at Tatagwa View; head nurses at Tatagwa View, Mellonie, Nastasia and Shane and Palliative Nurse, Jenny for the kind and loving care provided to Merlin. Thank you to Shelly, Don, Ken, Brian and Angele and all the grandchildren for their help during this time. Thank you to the many people who sent flowers, food, cards and visits. Thank you to Tamara and staff at Fletcher Funeral Chapel for their compassion and care. Thank you to Reverend John Ferrier for the wonderful service and to the Knox Presbyterian Ladies for the funeral lunch. God bless you all ~ Anna and family. A Private Family Graveside Service took place on Monday, January 30, 2017 at Hillcrest Cemetery, Weyburn, Saskatchewan with Reverend John Ferrier officiating. A time of fellowship followed at Knox Presbyterian Hall. Donations in memory of Merlin may be made to Tatagwa View House 11. Curtis James Bird 1926 ~ 2017 BIRD, CURTIS JAMES - Curtis James (Jim) Bird, 90, died on Sunday, Feb. 5, 2017 after a brief illness. Predeceased by his parents, George and Gladys Bird; brothers Mervin and Ray; wife, Bette (Cranna); and daughter-in-law, Karen Bird, he is survived by his sister, Marie Finishen; sons, Doug and Don (Marj); daughter, Janice (Bruce) Johnstone; grandchildren, Jonathan, Megan, Craig, Curtis, Neil, Keith, Gregg, and Drew; seven great-grandchildren and one greatgreat-grandchild. Born in Limerick, Sask., on May 20, 1926, Jim grew up in a number of small Saskatchewan towns, including Kelstern, Choiceland and Griffin, where his father was the Canadian Pacific Railway station agent. During the Dirty Thirties, he had his own trap line and hunted rabbits and gophers with his favorite dog, Brownie. It was in Griffin that Jim met the love of his life, Bette, whose books he used to carry home from school. They were married in 1945 and settled briefly in Regina, where Jim secured a job as a relief agent for the CPR. Jim got his first permanent job with the CPR as a night operator in Macklin, where Doug and Don were born. In Macklin, Jim played baseball and hockey and discovered his second great love, golf, which he played often and well over the next six decades. The Bird family moved around the province, to Pangman, where Janice was born, then to Southey, finally settling in Estevan in 1968, where he worked until taking early retirement in 1985. During those years, Jim learned and mastered several hobbies, including metal and wood-working, collecting time pieces and keeping physically fit, by exercising, walking, swimming and, of course, golfing. He also exercised his brain, reading voraciously and taking advanced educational courses well into his 80’s. After Bette passed away in 1998, Jim continued to live in Estevan, golfing, swimming, frequenting coffee row, and taking time to visit his children and grandchildren. The family would like express its gratitude to staff and residents at College Park II for their support and care for Jim during the last six months of his life. We would also like to thank Dr. Vermeulen and the staff at the Pasqua Hospital for their kindness during Jim’s final days. At Jim’s request, there will be no funeral service. His ashes will be interred later this year at Percy Cemetery in Kisbey, where his beloved Bette is buried. In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Jim’s memory to the charity of your choice. Condolences may be left atwww.orsted-carlylefuneralhome.com Arrangements entrusted to Orsted-Carlyle Funeral Home Carlyle, Saskatchewan306-453-2400
Linda E. Godfrey 1942 – 2017 Linda Godfrey, late of Estevan passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 7, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital, Estevan, SK at the age of 74 years. Linda will be forever remembered by her 3 children, Steve, Sherri and Robin. She was predeceased by her parents, George and Ida May and husband Leslie. In keeping with Linda’s wishes there will be no service. Linda grew up in the small mining town of Kirkland Lake, Ontario. She moved to Toronto where she met Les, the boy next door. In 1971 they moved to Estevan, SK with their three young kids and she spent the rest of her life doing what she loved most, looking after her family. She enjoyed her life, her family (pets are family) and her neighborhood family. We are the people we are because she raised us. Memorial donations may be made to the Estevan Humane Society Box 1093, Estevan, SK, S4A 2H7. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan.
Kathleen (Kay) Elma Wilson 1926 - 2017 Kay passed away at Hill View Manor, Estevan, SK on Sunday, February 5, 2017 at the age of 90 years. Kay is survived by her children: daughter Patricia (Rick) Stevens of Sherwood Park, Alberta, and children Jeffrey (Kathy) Stevens, Michelle (David) Pruden and Greg Stevens; son Sandy (Marian) Wilson of Estevan, and children, Austin, Lindsay (David) Gilmour, Amy, Stephanie and Kevin; son Moray (Carol) Wilson of Estevan, and children, Teresa (Glenn) Willerth and Shannon (Corey) Kardash; great grandchildren, Christopher and Ellen (Marshall Wight) Stevens, Adam (Anna) Pruden and Joshua (Stephanie) Pruden; great great grandchildren, Shaylyn and Brianna Stevens, Brett Pruden, Nathaniel (Joey-Lee Rebelo), Emma (Saige Christenson) and Jeremy Dumaine, Karlyn, Sienna and Claire Kardash, and more to follow. She will also be lovingly remembered by her many nieces and nephews. Kay was predeceased by her husband Guy and infant son David; parents, John and Margaret Simpson and brother Alexander. The Memorial Service was held on Saturday, February 11, 2017 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, Estevan, with Jason Richards officiating. A luncheon was held in the church auditorium immediately following the memorial service. Interment took place in a family ceremony at Souris Valley Memorial Gardens, prior to the memorial service. Those so wishing may make donations in Kay’s name to the St. Joseph’s Hospital Foundation (Long Term Care), 1176 Nicholson Road, Estevan, SK, S4A 0H3 or a charity of choice. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan. Hazel Remona Sovdi February 6th, 2017 Hazel Remona Sovdi (née Richardson), aged 86 years of Moose Jaw, SK, passed away at 10:40 p.m. on Monday, February 6th, 2017. She was predeceased by her parents, Jacob and Alma Richardson; brothers: Clarence, Lloyd and Chuck (Betty); sisters: Doreen, Anne and Eileen (Harry); daughter, Kathleen Mary; and great-grandson, Beau Beaulieu. Hazel is survived by her sister, Dorothy (Fred) Lake; brothers, Bill and Gerry (Kaye) Richardson from Windsor, ON her beloved home). Hazel is survived by her children: Stuart (Judy), Dwayne (Kris), Faithe, Donna (Ron), Shari (Cory), and Garth (Colleen); grandchildren: Melanie (Tyson), Kathy (Nick), Jason (Fusako), Lisa (Dylan), Steven, Nathan (Samantha), James (Alana), Shane (Ariel), Kristen (Matt), Lauren, Jared (Amie), Brendan and Kacie; great-grandchildren: Dre, Madison, Lyric, Ansel, Quincy, Emily, Summer, Elliana Faye, Brooke, and Wylde. Hazel’s legacy will continue here on earth – Mother, Grandmother, GG... We love you mom and so appreciate how you modeled love, forgiveness and readiness to meet your saviour, during your last days. You enjoy those streets of gold mom; rest in peace. A Memorial Service was held on Sunday, February 12th, 2017 at 2:00 p.m. in Moose Jaw Funeral Home. Pastor Larry Hasmatali officiated and interment will take place at Sunset Cemetery at a later date. As an expression of sympathy, donations in Hazel’s name may be made to the Music Ministry c/o Church of God, 50 Hochelaga St E, Moose Jaw, SK S6H 0N5. Arrangements are entrusted to Moose Jaw Funeral Home, 268 Mulberry Lane. Calvin Gammel, Funeral Director 306-693-4550 www.moosejawfuneralhome.com Donna Catherine Selk 1960 – 2017 It is with great sorrow that the family wish to announce the passing of Donna Catherine Selk late of Estevan, SK on Monday, February 6, 2017 at St. Joseph’s Hospital at the age of 56 years. Donna is survived by her loving husband of 35 years, Gib Selk. Donna’s memory will live on with her children, Tyler (Jill) and their children Sylas and Zaia-Jayde, Brady (Danielle) and Carly (pet Nitro). Donna is also survived by her father Ted Fai; sisters, Kendra Fai, Jane (Mike) Moiarty, Jackie (Garry) Malaryk and Nickie (Bernie) Aumiller; mother-in-law Irene Selk; brothers-in-law, Doug Selk, Mark (Terry) Selk, Dennis (Joan) Selk and sister-in-law Heather Selk, as well as numerous nieces and nephews. Donna was predeceased by her mother Lillian Fai; father-in-law Louie Selk; brother-in-law Murray Selk, sister-in-law Judy Selk and niece Jaelyn Malaryk. A prayer service will was held on Thursday, February 9, 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at the Chapel of Hall Funeral Services, Estevan with Bill Mann officiating. A Funeral service was held at St. John the Baptist R.C. Church, Estevan, SK on Friday, February 10, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. with Rev. Brian Meredith presiding. Interment followed at the Bienfait Cemetery, Bienfait, SK. A luncheon was held at St. John the Baptist RC Church, Estevan following the interment. Those so wishing may make donations in Donna’s memory to the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, 200 – 4545 Parliament Avenue, Regina, SK S4W 0G3. Funeral arrangements were entrusted to Hall Funeral Services, Estevan, SK.
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