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Martensville Farmer’s Market Up and Running Shanine Sealey, Martensville Messenger
The Martensville Farmers Market is back in full swing again and will be running each Wednesday from 10am to 2pm inside the Martensville Curling Rink. The market will run each week rain or shine and those attending can find a wide variety of options to choose from. Some options available include; fresh fruits and vegetables, honey wine, chicken and quail eggs, pickles, jams, jellies, relishes, breads, cakes, cookies and other baking, soap, jewelry, clothing, knitting, kids creations, cards, various crafts and much more.
“We now have more vendors than we have had in previous years, so there is more variety,” Martensville Farmer’s Market organizer Shauna Hingston said. Currently, there are no special events planned for the year; however, the organizers are accepting people who like to entertain or provide demonstrations for those attending. Anyone interested is encouraged to contact Shauna Hingston and Marjan Petter at martensvillefarmersmarket@ gmail.com or through their Facebook page at ‘Martensville Farmer's Market’.
RCMP Search For Suspects in Martensville Business Theft
The Martensville RCMP are investigating a theft that occurred on June 24, 2019, where two unidentified suspects entered the Canadian Tire store and allegedly stole tools valued at $1300 dollars. The RCMP is asking for the public's assistance in identifying the male and female in the attached photo. Persons with information that may lead to an arrest are urged to call either the Martensville RCMP detachment at (306) 975-1610, or if you wish to remain anonymous, Saskatchewan Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477, *8477 on Sasktel mobility, text TIP206 plus your message to CRIMES (274637) or you can submit a tip online at www. saskcrimestoppers.com where you can also view other unsolved crimes.
ABOVE: A wide variety of vendor options are available at the Martensville Farmer’s Market this year, including creations made by local youth. (Jocelyn Ottenbreit/MM)
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July Council Meeting Dates Committee of the Whole - July 9th Regular Council Meeting - July 16th The Council Meetings are located at Martensville City Hall Council Chambers in Martensville City Hall at 37 Centennial Dr. S. All Regular Council Meetings and Committee of the Whole Meetings are open to the public. All meetings commence at 5PM. Those wishing to address or do a presentation to Council must be placed on the agenda. To be placed on the agenda please contact the City Clerk’s office at City Hall or visit the website for details. The full Council and Committee of the Whole Schedule can be obtained at martensville.ca.
Vehicles Parked ‘Left of Centre’
Vehicles parked on the wrong side of the road is an illegal and unsafe practice and is controlled by local bylaws and the Provincial Traffic Safety Act. The Martensville Traffic Bylaw 17-2015 states: 3e(vii) No person shall park a vehicle on any street to the left of centre (wrong way). Enforcement of this bylaw will be increased in response to resident complaints. The penalty for parking the wrong way is $120.
Property Tax Payments
A reminder that 2019 Property Taxes are due July 31, 2019. Commencing August 1, 2019 penalties will be added to all outstanding accounts at 1% per month. Property taxes can be paid by debit, cheque, cash or online banking. Payments may also be placed in the mail slot at City Hall afterhours or weekends. We also have the T.I.P.P.S (Tax Installment Payment Plan Service) that can be utilized. See all our payment options on Martensville.ca, and look for the Pay My Bills icon.
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• Water your lawn deeply, but not more than once a week. During periods of extended rain, water even less frequently. • Water new lawns every other day until the grass reaches 5 cm; then water less frequently. • Set a tuna can in each of your sprinkler zones and time how long it takes to fill it with water. That’s how long you should run your sprinkler once a week if your lawn is dry. • Use drip irrigation and/or sprinkler systems that are timed to turn on and off automatically. Remember to turn them off if it’s raining. • Don’t water your lawn during the hottest time of the day. Instead, water early in the morning or in the evening. Don’t water when it’s rainy or windy. • Check the sprinkler position to make sure you don’t waste water by watering the street, sidewalks or driveway. • Xeriscape Landscaping – Group plants according to their watering needs. Plant water-saving plants, trees and shrubs. Use mulch to retain moisture in the soil. All of this can save 10-35 litres of water per minute. • When mowing your lawn, only cut the top 1/3 of the grass and leave clippings behind. They will help the soil retain moisture and provide natural fertilizer. • Wash your car at the car wash. Washing at home with a hose for ten minutes uses 300 litres of water and sends soap, oil and other chemicals to the river through storm drains. At a car wash, run-off is captured and disposed of properly. • Use a broom when cleaning your driveway or walkway. Washing with a hose uses almost 200 litres of water. Indoor Water Conservation Tips • When you want a drink, don’t let the water run until it is cold. Instead, refrigerate a jug of tap water and save 7-12 litres of water per minute. • Don’t let the tap run when rinsing dishes or washing fruit and vegetables and save 7-12 litres of water per minute. • Don’t pre-rinse dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. Instead, scrape off food first using a spatula. Soak very dirty pans and dishes before washing. • Run the dishwasher only when it’s fully loaded and save 70-190 litres of water with each load you eliminate. • Repair any leaks. Turn faucets off firmly. Check and replace any worn out fixtures, washers, O-rings and hose connections. • Avoid using garbage disposals. Disposals require lots of water to operate properly. Instead, start a compost pile. • Save as much as 10 litres of water per minute with a low-flow showerhead. • Don’t overfill and fill less than a full bath. Better yet, you’ll save water by taking a short shower instead. • Replace an old toilet with a water-efficient model and save as much as 14 litres of water per flush and 70 litres per person, per day • Check for leaks in your toilet by adding a few drops of food coloring to the tank. Coloring will appear in the toilet bowl if it’s leaking. • Run the washing machine only when it’s fully loaded. Each load you eliminate saves 70-190 litres of water. • Check washing machine hoses for cracks that could result in leaks. • Use your water meter to check for hidden water leaks. Read the water meter before and after a two-hour period when no water is being used. If the meter does not read exactly the same, there is a leak.
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Canada Day Celebrations in Martensville
Another Canada Day in Martensville is in the books! As the community celebrated Canada’s 152nd birthday, there was a variety of fun options for local residents to come out and enjoy. The fun took place at the North Ridge Community Centre and kicked off at 1pm with indoor and outdoor activities including a scavenger hunt, crafts, games, bouncy castles and more. Following the daytime activities, an indoor dance party was held from 7pm-9pm and then everyone was treated to an incredible fireworks display. After the fireworks, one of the favorite events each year took place; Cinema Under the Stars. Those attending grabbed lawn chairs, blankets and bug spray to sit back and watch a movie on a giant three storey inflatable movie screen. Throughout the movie a BBQ and concession were available which ABOVE and BELOW: The included burgers, hotdogs, popcorn, cotton candy, pop and bouncy castles were a big hit more. as per usual at the Canada Day Proceeds from Canada Day go to help fund celebrations. programs and projects at the Martensville Information and (Jocelyn Ottenbreit/MM) Visitor Centre. Thank you to everyone that came out to enjoy Canada Day and to everyone that helped make this event successful. For more information about helping out with next year’s celebrations, or about the Martensville Information & Visitor Centre, contact (306) 242-0362, or email martensvilleinfo@sasktel.net.
Saskatchewan's Free Fishing Weekend Is July 13 And 14 Saskatchewan's annual summer free fishing weekend is just around the corner. On July 13 and 14, residents and visitors to the province are welcome to fish in any of Saskatchewan's public waters open to sport fishing without purchasing a fishing licence. "Free fishing weekend is a great opportunity for families and visitors to make summer memories at one of our province's many lakes," Environment Minister Dustin Duncan said. "And Saskatchewan offers some of the best freshwater fishing in the world." Anyone planning to take part in free fishing weekend should note that all other fishing regulations, including possession limits, gear restrictions and size limits on some lakes and rivers, remain in effect.
Free fishing weekend does not apply in national parks and anyone planning on taking fish out of the province must purchase a licence. More information about fishing in Saskatchewan can be found in the 2019 Anglers' Guide at www.saskatchewan. ca/fishing. The first free fishing weekend in Saskatchewan was held in the summer of 1989 to encourage participation in sport fishing and increase public awareness about the value and diversity of angling opportunities in the province. In 2015, the province held the first winter free fishing weekend. Annually, approximately 250,000 people sport fish in Saskatchewan, including more than 50,000 out-of-province anglers.
Martensville 10th Avenue Pathway Project Commences The City of Martensville added a new pathway section for pedestrians to utilize. The project is part of the 2019 capital program and will consist of pathway construction and upgrades along 10th Avenue South and Main Street East, connecting into the Kinsmen Park pathway system. The pathway construction project began the last week of June with removal of fencing located on 10th Avenue between Main Street and 4th Street South. New pathway construction is scheduled to begin this week. The project will consist of construction of a new asphalt pathway between 10th Avenue South between Main Street and 4th Street South, construction of a new asphalt pathway along Main Street East from 10th Avenue connecting to the current Kinsmen Park pathway system and upgrading of a section of Kinsmen Park pathway along Main Street from crusher dust to asphalt. With the removal of the fence already complete, the construction and upgrade of the pathways are expected to be completed by approximately July 19th, weather depending. During construction, some use along the pathways may be limited, and traffic for the southwest section of the roundabout and the southbound lane of 10th Avenue between Main Street and 4th Street South will have traffic restrictions at times during construction. Work will be scheduled to avoid restrictions being in place during times of heavy traffic such as morning and evening commute hours. Watch the ‘City of Martensville’ Facebook page for traffic restriction details.
ABOVE: The newest pathway project will include new construction of pathways, as well as upgrades to the current pathway system. The project is scheduled to be completed by July 19th. (City of Martensville)
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kartSTART, a program presented by Toyota, will be coming to Martensville from July 11th to 13th. Travelling throughout Canada each year, this program provides children of all ages as well as their families, a unique driving experience that is designed to provide a real-world understanding of the physics behind driving a motorized vehicle, or more specifically, in go-karts. Children ages 10 and up can participate in the program and learn about safety from expert drivers that provide a clear understanding behind the dynamics of driving a motorized vehicle in a closed course environment. Those participating have use of a professional racing kart with a Snell approved helmet and a CIK racing suit. For the children riding in karts, they will partake in safety oriented lead/ follow sessions with the instructors, and for the family, there are Toyota Safety Sense demonstration exercises that are fun for everyone. kartSTART states that their goal is twofold; “first to give young drivers an initial understanding of driving a motorized vehicle, and then to give them their first experience behind the wheel. Secondly, to give the entire family a better understanding of current Toyota Safety Sense systems available on Toyota vehicles.” In addition, the course includes a catered lunch for all attendees. More information, a full schedule and the option to register online can be found at wwwkartSTART.ca. For those interested in participating, you can use the code FIRSTTIME when making your payment to receive a 30% discounted rate.
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Week three of the CFL is all wrapped up and it was a perfect 4-0 for my picks. The Canada Day festivities in the CFL started on Thursday with the Winnipeg Blue Bombers stopping the Edmonton Eskimos from scoring a touchdown! Eskimo’s QB Trevor Harris had great numbers completing 35 passes for 345 yards but he just couldn’t find the end zone as Edmonton had to settle for seven field goals. On the other side, Bombers QB Matt Nichols only completed 13 passes but that added up to 200 yards and three touchdowns. Winnipeg Wide Receiver Lucky Whitehead racked up 155 of those yards and two TD’s in the Bombers 28-21 victory. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats put on another clinic after dismantling the Toronto Argonauts last week. The Ti-Cats stomped on the Montreal Alouettes 41-10 on Friday. Quarterback Jeremiah Masoli threw for 417 yards and a TD while also throwing three interceptions in the big win. The lone game on Saturday saw the BC Lions come out flying in the first quarter and putting up 15 points on the Calgary Stampeders. The Stamps were down 22-13 headed into the final quarter where they finally found their game and went off for 23 points including two TD’s in the final two minutes of the game to complete the come back and win 36-32. Calgary QB Bo Levi Mitchell left the game in the fourth quarter and will undergo an MRI on a suspected pectoral issue. While the Stampeders still came back to win this one without Mitchell, it is still a huge loss for the team if he is going to miss any more time. The Canada Day match-up between the Saskatchewan Roughriders and Toronto Argonauts lasted almost five hours as the rain poured down and lightning halted the game for two hours. The rain didn’t seem to affect the Riders as they kept the momentum and washed away the Argos 32-7 on Canada Day. Saskatchewan QB Cody Fajardo had an outstanding game, throwing for 430 yards, two TD’s and no interceptions. While it was a big win for the Riders it may not mean much as the Argos have now been outscored 96-21 in their two games this season. After my first perfect week of the season, my CFL picks are now a much more respectable 7-4. My winning picks for Week 4 in the CFL are Hamilton, Ottawa, Calgary, and BC.
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Riding Into Retirement Cadderly Kingsbuty, Martensville Messenger
After more than 30 years, Dave Little has officially retired. Little is a loved and widely recognized teacher known for biking into work every morning from Saskatoon, from April to the snowy season. Little noted that throughout the years, he has always had people honking at him, waving at him, and just saying hi. On Wednesday, June 26th, he was met by a group of fellow teachers to accompany him on his last ride. Even though they were there for him, he was gracious and offered to help pump up their tires. “What a surprise! This was a very pleasant idea all the way around,” Little said upon seeing everyone waiting for him. “Valley Manor’s motto is ‘Respectful, Responsible, Caring and Sharing.’ Dave is all of those things, whether it’s coaching basketball, organizing Persephone trips, or helping out with fundraisers. He’s a very compassionate, engaging person,” fellow teacher Carmen Kingsbury stated. “He cares about the staff, his students, he cares about everybody and their stories. People and students from years back came and congratulated him when they heard he was retiring. On Thursday, a student of his that’s now 20 came and said goodbye. He’s just a great guy that’s passionate about fairness and equality, and it shows.” Clayton Gartner, another teacher, said. Students of Little describe him as fun, energetic, exciting and caring, saying that he teaches in a fun way, and actually cares about his students. “He’s a fun, energetic man. Him and I both like Led Zeppelin, and it’s cool that we share that,” previous student Everett Balon says. “The old guard is changing, and it’s time for the young whippersnapper to carry the legacy of education,” Little said in his goodbye speech. He then rang a school bell that sits in his classroom. That bell has been in his family for three generations, and is rung whenever someone retires. With the final ring of the bell, Little is officially retired. Valley Manor will miss Little in the halls, and he will never be forgotten.
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DETAILS TO FOLLOW Martensville became a town 50 years ago in 1969 and a city 10 years ago in 2009. Some highlights of what was happening while Martensville was becoming a town are: • Neil Armstrong was the first human to set foot on the moon • The Woodstock festival was held in New York • “Scooby-Doo”, “Sesame Street” and “Brady Bunch” aired their first episode • The Beatles released their last album recorded together, Abbey Road • The first North American case of HIV/AIDS was diagnosed Some highlights of what was happening when Martensville was becoming a city are: • New York Yankees won their 27th World Series in their 40th appearance in the finals • Apple launched their App Store • Barak Obama was sworn in as the first black American president • Michael Jackson died • “30 Rock” won best comedy and “Mad Men” won best drama at the Emmy Awards • A 60 year old Calgary woman was the oldest woman to give birth Martensville Historical Centre invites you to attend the Party in the Park on September 7, 2019 where you can view memories of Martensville in 1969 and 2009 and add your own to a memory board.
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Scheer Win May Make Carbon Tax Challenge Moot
The Supreme Court of Canada will hear Saskatchewan’s appeal of the carbon tax on Dec. 5…or it might not. There is a federal election on October 21 and - should Opposition leader Andrew Scheer’s Conservatives defeat Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Liberals - the first order of business will be repeal of the carbon pricing act. That would make any Supreme Court ruling specific on this specific tax (that took the form of an additional four cents a litre as of April) rather moot. And it is within the jurisdiction of the court to decide not to rule on a law, if it is repealed at the time. That said, Saskatchewan Justice Minister Don Morgan has said the Saskatchewan Party is interested in pursuing its appeal anyway to get a crystal clear understanding of federal taxation authority. The Saskatchewan government’s SCC appeal comes in response to the 3-2 split decision by the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal upholding the Greenhouse Gas Pollution Pricing Act. “I think it’s worthwhile to carry on with the court application in any event, and just get some better clarity,” Morgan told reporters last week, explaining why this province’s appeal will go forward regardless of the federal election result. “I don’t think it matters which government is in office in Saskatchewan or in Ottawa.” Removing any ambiguity related to federal taxation on this matter may even carry over to other matters of questionable federal jurisdiction like healthcare and pharmacare, Morgan said, but the Justice Minister said the issue in hand remains the uneven application of taxation authority on this province and Ontario, New Brunswick, (and likely soon on Alberta, now that its new government under Jason Kenney said it will no longer comply with the act). “It’s punitive treatment of some of the provinces, so we think it’s worthwhile to get some clarity as to their right to levy a disproportionate tax or a punitive tax,” Morgan said. One gets the Sask. Party government need to do and are right to do what it feels it must to oppose the federal tax on carbon that started at $20 a tonne this year and is scheduled to increase to $50 a tonne by 2020. Even if that means taxpayers here paying the lawyers’ bills for not only the Supreme Court challenge but also to intervene in the Ontario’s Court of Appeal case and others in the county, it can be argued that it’s well worth the costs. Keeping the fuel costs close to something reasonable is a laudable goal for any government. (This is something that even the federal Liberal government could seem to acknowledge, given its eagerness to the province to dole out $600 or so in annual income tax rebates to families). Maybe this will cool down the unfortunate and irrational national unity tensions we are seeing. There is no question that the overwhelming sentiment right now is Trudeau and his carbon tax must go. This alienation is now often expressed in the 1980s language of Western separation, although the discussion doesn’t seem to ever be taken to its logical conclusions. How would being a separate, landlocked country make it easier to move oil and other commodities to port? How would it make dealing with the U.S. or other customers any easier? How would we be in a healthier economic situation, given the costs of setting of administration and defence costs of a separate nation … not to mention the share of existing Canadian debt we would likely have to take with us? So perhaps it is better to, as Morgan is proposing, allow all this to play out in the election and the federal courts. We do need a resolution to this matter.
Residents Advised To Reduce Risk Of West Nile Virus
The Government of Saskatchewan is reminding residents to take precautions against mosquito bites, as the risk of West Nile virus increases in Saskatchewan. The risk is highest between June and September when Culex tarsalis mosquitoes are most active and present in higher numbers. There is increased risk in the southern portions of the province. “Most people who become infected with West Nile virus experience no symptoms or have mild illness with symptoms such as fever, headaches, and body aches,” Saskatchewan’s Deputy Chief Medical Health Officer Dr. Denise Werker said. A small number of people develop a more serious illness called West Nile virus neuroinvasive disease. This can cause inflammation of the brain and may result in death. “If you develop serious symptoms like a persistent fever, confusion, neck stiffness or an unusually severe headache, seek medical attention immediately,” Werker said. The best way to reduce the risk of contracting West Nile virus is to take proper precautions. This includes: • Use appropriate insect repellent when outdoors. • Cover up. Wear light coloured, loose fitting, long-sleeved tops and long pants when outdoors. • Reduce the amount of time spent outdoors between dusk and dawn when Culex tarsalis mosquitoes are most active. • Maintain door and window screens so they fit tightly and are free of holes. • Reduce mosquito habitat around your home and yard (removing standing water, etc.) West Nile virus was first identified in Saskatchewan in 2002. Major outbreaks of West Nile virus infection in humans occurred in 2003 and 2007. Between 2003 and 2018, there were 161 cases of West Nile virus neuroinvasive disease; 18 resulted in death. More information about West Nile virus, including symptoms, prevention measures and weekly surveillance reports is available at http://www.saskatchewan.ca/residents/health/diseases-and-conditions/west-nile-virus.
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Bolivia is never the first country that comes to mind when the conversation turns to South America. Overshadowed by Peru’s Macchu Picchu, even Bolivia’s half-share of Lake Titicaca is often mistakenly attributed to its northern neighbour. But this diverse land-locked country surprises travellers in many ways. One of these is that La Paz is the highest capital in the world at 3,650 metres above sea level. Another is that a lot of people in La Paz dress up as zebras and wander the streets educating people about road safety. However, just as interesting is the area in southern Bolivia known as Salar de Uyuni, the largest salt flat in the world. This massive high-altitude salt plain is a fascinating and exotic place to visit. Since towns and facilities are almost non-existent and roads basically just choose-yourown-adventure, it is generally necessary to visit the area on a tour, providing you with both a surprising variety of sights and 3 or 4 days sharing a Toyota Land Cruiser with several strangers. Although the scenery is actually quite varied and stunning throughout, arguably the most memorable stretch comes right off the bat upon when your group reaches the salt flats themselves. After a brief stop at the aptly named “train graveyard”, you quickly head into the vast whiteness of the salt plain. While a shallow layer of water covers the area part of the year, most tours go out in dry season when there is only dry, cracked white ground as far as the eye can see. Almost every group stops for lunch at a beautiful, cacti-covered outcropping of land in the middle of the barren terrain known as both Isla Incahuasi (Inca House Island) or Isla del Pescado (Island of the Fish), apparently with nods to both function and appearance. Once the few short trails have been hiked, some cactus selfies taken and lunch consumed, most people disperse out into the crusty plains to use the desolate, shimmering landscape to work on creating perspective-bending photographs. After a unique night in an authentic salt hotel, built out of actual salt blocks and proudly leech-free since, well, forever, the journey begins meandering through a stunning array of riveting landscapes. From jumbles of red rocks to placid lakes to soaring rocky peaks, it is occasionally hard to believe so much variety could exist in such an otherwise parched and inhospitable region. In dry season, most of the local wildlife congregates around the few shallow, revitalizing lakes that remain year-round. Three different species of flamingo are common in the area, with millions arriving each November to hatch and raise their chicks. There are also viscachas, a fuzzy type of chinchilla that look like rabbits but are somehow not even remotely related, as well as cute Andean foxes and dozens more species of birds. At all points you are sure to see your fill of llamas, alpacas and vicuńas, all somewhat similar in appearance and listed in descending order of size. All three are highly valued for the quality wool they produce but most people, in our vehicle anyway, prefer the vicuńas with their graceful necks and sly smirks. In addition to offering many opportunities to wander the rugged hills and take stunning lake reflection photos, most groups stop off at a moonscape of thermal springs, haunting in the steam of early dawn, and a public
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hot spring which offers a brief moment of warmth during an otherwise frigid few days, and where sharing space with some barely-clad Germans is practically guaranteed. From there, some tours loop straight back to Uyuni, others continue on across the Chilean border into the Atacama Desert, and some, like us, work out a customized plan to end in the red rock outpost town of Tupiza. Located close to the Argentinian border, it is a great place to spend some time horseback riding through beautiful canyons while wearing a goofy red helmet. Whichever version you choose, however, a stop in the salt flats of Uyuni is an essential part of any Bolivian visit.
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Five Things 1. Bolivia has 37 recognized languages, but English is not one of them, amigo. 2. Playing soccer at 4,000 metres is tiring. 3. Uyuni’s “Great Train Graveyard” features a distant cousin of Thomas the Tank Engine (through marriage). 4. Minuteman Pizza in Uyuni is famous all over the country for its vegan crepes. Just kidding, it’s their pizza. 5. B o l i v i a n president Evo Morales has been in power since 2006 and looks exactly like my brother-in-law. Dean Johnston is the author of three travel books, including Roam: The 9 Greatest Trips on Earth. If he was ever stranded on a deserted island he would want his e-reader and a giant block of cheese, but for now he continues to blog about his regular travels at routinelynomadic.com.
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