NEWS FROM THE RICHER FIRE DEPARTMENT
CALENDAR
RM of Ste. Anne 2024
While emergency calls have been fewer and far between in the last few months, the hall and members of the Richer Fire Department have been busy with training.
The hall has been facilitating Level 1 training (for new members) and have welcomed Fire Department members from Giroux, Ste. Anne, and Reynolds, in addition to the Richer Team. This training will be complete in May and will assist with skills required to successfully operate in an emergency situation.
Team members also participated
in Level 2 training, Fire Investigators courses, a Traffic Control Seminar with the Ste. Anne Fire department, and an Advanced Critical Incident Stress Management course, all in addition to their regular training at the hall.
The Fire Hall received a bit of a facelift with the addition of a new sign in December/January. This had been planned for in the 2023 Municipal Budget and looks great!
This year is also shaping up to be a particularly dry year, and as a result, we’d like to caution the community
to be careful when having outdoor fires and ensure that you’re properly extinguishing before leaving any fire site unattended. Watch the municipal website and social media for any information pertaining to fire bans or restrictions throughout the year!
The municipal Fire By-law can be viewed on the RM website at www.rmofsteanne.com to learn more about what is your role and responsibility when burning.
Finally, please remember to test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors regularly, it can save lives!
Council Meeting Dates
April 24, 6:00 pm
May 8, 9:00 am
May 22, 6:00 pm
June 12, 9:00 am
June 26, 6:00 pm
July 10, 9:00 am
July 24, 6:00 pm
August 21, 9:00 am
September 11, 9:00 am
LUD of Richer Meeting Dates
May 1, 7:00 pm
June 5, 7:00 pm
July 3, 7:00 pm
August 7, 7:00 pm
September 4, 7:00 pm
Meetings of the RM of Ste. Anne and Local Urban District of Richer are open to the public. Council meetings are held in the Council Chambers of the RM Office at 395 Traverse Road and continue to be recorded and livestreamed via www.rmofsteanne.com. LUD of Richer Committee Meetings are now held at the Richer Young at Hearts Club at 22 Dawson Rd.
Committee of the Whole *
May 14, 9:00 am
June 18, 9:00 am
July 16, 9:00 am
August 13, 9:00 am
*may be subject to change, check website for updates
LUD of Richer Garbage Pickup Day - Fridays
The Richer Fire Hall received a bit of a facelift with the addition of a new sign in December/January.
SPRING ROAD RESTRICTIONS ARE NOW IN EFFECT
Implementation dates
The earliest start dates of Spring Road Restrictions (SRR) are March 1 for Zone 1A, March 6 for Zone 1B and Zone 2, and March 12 for Zone 3.
The start date in a climate zone may be delayed in years of late thaw. This is determined based on the trend of thawing index in each zone.
The latest end dates of Spring Road Restrictions are May 29 for Zone 1A, May 31 for Zone 1B and Zone 2, and June 10 for Zone 3.
SRR may be ended earlier in a climate zone depending upon weather conditions (trend of the thawing index) in that climate zone.
A delayed start date and/or an earlier end date will be communicated via www.gov.mb.ca/ mti/srr/ and Highway Information (511).
Need More Information
For further information, please contact any of the following:
- Transportation and Infrastructure Regional Offices
- Manitoba Weigh Stations
- Permit Services: 1-204-945-3961 or toll-free at 1-877-812-0009
- Motor Carrier Enforcement: 1-204945-3890
• Dogs and cats are not allowed to run loose without being under direct control of their caregiver outside of their property
• Owners must remove animal waste from public and private property
• Excessive barking or howling of dogs is not allowed
• Animals must be taken care of and treated humanely at all times
• Some animals, reptiles and other living things are prohibited. Usually only cats, dogs, birds, fish, small rodents and small reptiles are allowed.
Any person who allows their animals to do these things may face fines or have them seized.
THE RM OF STE. ANNE IS ZONE 1A Climate zones and start dates table. Please view our new No Truck Route By-Law on the RM of Ste. Anne website. On the By-Laws page, look for “No Truck Route By-Law2024-07” in the list. A downloadable PDF is available from this list. This By-Law was passed on March 27, 2024, and includes a comprehensive list of permanent and temporary No Truck routes in the RM of Ste. Anne. NEW NO TRUCK ROUTE BYLAW See www.rmofsteanne.com Resources > By-Laws & Policies for the PDF. DID YOU KNOW THAT IN THE RM OF STE. ANNE...? These rules also apply to all other types of animals. For more information visit www.rmofsteanne.com and view our Animal Control By-law under the resources tab or contact the RM Office at general@rmofsteanne.com or 204-422-5929. Contact RAMS for Animal Control: Rural Animal Management Services (RAMS) 204-223-5521
SPRING CLEAN UP
MAY 4TH AND 5TH, 2024
Ste. Anne Municipality will be hosting a Spring Clean Up weekend on Saturday, May 4th to Sunday, May 5th, 2024. We would appreciate your time and effort in keeping our community clean.
People wanting to participate need to register the week before the clean-up date at the RM Office, or via email (reception@rmofsteanne.com)
Here are a few of our requirements:
• Each individual or team is required to register at the Municipal Office detailing the location/road you intend on cleaning
• When you register, 10 bags per person will be provided to each team along with gloves and garbage pickers
• Your name will be entered into prize draw when you register and pick up bags
• Please do not pick up any animal carcasses.
• Please do not pick up any hazardous item such as needles, chemicals, etc.
• Please place all the bags in piles along the roads you committed to cleaning.
Registered participants will be entered to win prizes, but do not need to be present for draw.
We will try to have all the piles of bags cleaned up promptly following the Clean Up but if they haven’t been removed within one week, please let us know so we can make further arrangements.
We appreciate you volunteering to keep our community clean and safe.
Please check the municipal Facebook Group page for updates!
DREAMING OF HOME UPGRADES?
Thinking about:
- Renovations?
- Enchanting Decks, Sunrooms, or Gazebos?
- Inviting Pool or Hot Tub Installations?
- Handy New Sheds or Garages?
Happy Summer!
Access your permit effortlessly online with Cloudpermit. Simply head to www.rmofsteanne.com and navigate to “Building & Development Permits” under our “Planning and Development” Menu.
Ensure your summer projects unfold seamlessly; apply for your permit today!
SPRING GRAVEL ROAD MAINTENANCE PROGRAM
Every year, the RM of Ste. Anne puts considerable efforts and resources into the maintenance of our gravel roads.
Our Spring Maintenance Program consists of 6 essential phases:
1. Pulling up the edges of the road and reclaiming gravel from the shoulders
2. Waiting for the frost be completely gone
3. Grading the roads intensively to reclaim material and smooth out surfaces
4. Adding fresh gravel where it is needed
5. Grading the new gravel to shape and pack the road surface
6. Applying Dust Control
This intensive work starts in spring as soon as the frost leaves the grounds with the graders “reclaiming” the roads.
The reclaiming work consists of blading the edges of the road, which have vegetation growth from the past season, and pulling that material back onto the roadway. This then gets mulched and mixed into the gravel on the road as the machines are working the road surface and taking out the bumps in the road. By reclaiming the roads, we don’t lose all of the gravel that’s been pushed to the side of the road by traffic, and we also keep the width of the road from shrinking over time as the weeds and grass creep onto the road surface.
Once this has been done, we apply fresh gravel to our roads. Each year, the RM hires various contractors, chosen by Council following the receipt of various bids to supply and deliver gravel to the roads identified by our team as needing more material this year.
After the roads get fresh gravel, then our equipment will smooth it out, shape the road surface in a way that rain will drain off it, and pack it all down to stabilize the road surface.
Dust Control, the liquid dust abatement substance called Magnesium Chloride, is then applied in accord-
ance with the Municipal Policy, that being to every intersection and most driveways. Dust control application serves to reduce the dust, and therefore increases safety on the roads. This substance also helps bind the gravel together, preventing the loss of material as traffic drives on the roads, and reduces the grading that is required during the year. Applying dust control also serves to reduce the nuisance dust residents might otherwise experience.
The RM does not apply dust abatement product to every road, or at every driveway, as this product is very expensive. Individuals who are willing to pay to receive additional Dust Control may contact the Municipal Office for more information.
Unfortunately, as there is only one provider of dust abatement material in Manitoba, the RM of Ste. Anne does not have very much control over when the product and contractor may be available to service our roads. Equipment breakdowns and environmental conditions are also a source of delays that we’ve often seen. Although these barriers are frustrating to encounter during our spring maintenance program, we thank the public for your understanding and patience as we work diligently each spring to bring the roads up to the standard we’re used to seeing all year round.
Please remember when encountering equipment on the roads to stay safe by slowing down and only passing if/when safe to do so, or by finding an alternate route.
Photo courtesy fortdistributors.com
Dust control application serves to reduce the dust, and therefore increases safety on the roads.
Local Urban District of Richer
c/o RM of Ste. Anne 395 Traverse Road
Box 6, Grp 50, RR 1
Ste. Anne, MB R5H 1R1 general@rmofsteanne.com
Phone: 204-422-5929 Fax: 204-422-9723
SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION QUOTES REQUESTED
The Local Urban District of Richer is looking to complete various sidewalk projects in 2024. Of those listed below, please note that only Phases 1 and 2 have received Council and financial approval to proceed. Phases 3 and 4 are pending and may not be able to be completed in 2024. Please provide quotes for phase 1 and 2 separately from phase 3 and also from phase 4:
2024 Sidewalk Construction Phases:
Phase 1: approximately 760 linear feet of sidewalk South side of Dawson Road East, from civic #54 to Burnell’s parking lot.
Phase 2: approximately 615 linear feet of sidewalk East side of PR 302 from Dawson Road south to Southeast Drive.
Phase 3: approximately 1885 linear feet of sidewalk (pending funding approvals) East side of PR 302 from Dawson Road north to Hwy #1E Service Road.
Phase 4: connection from existing sidewalks onto Dawson Road for the installation of a crosswalk. (Pending Manitoba Transportation and Infrastructure response)
Please provide your quote before May 15, 2024 for labour and supply of the required materials for:
• Removal of existing grass, topsoil and sidewalk where applicable
• Move the sidewalk to match existing placement
• Construction of sidewalk to Municipal Standards:
- Geotextile
- Supply and compact base as required
- Steel reinforced (10M bars at 600mm o/c)
- Supply 30 mpa concrete (air entrained)
- 1.5 Meters wide (5ft) & 125mm Thick (5”)
- Ramp style connection to roads with warning strips (where applicable)
• Topsoil and seed whole project to match the surrounding areas
Our preference would be to have Phases 1 & 2 of this project undertaken and fully completed in July 2024.
Scheduling of Phases 3 & 4 of this project to be determined, if these phases are to proceed in 2024.
If you have any questions about the project, please feel free to contact:
Mike McLennan, Chief Administrative Officer
RM of Ste. Anne
Box 6 Grp 50 RR1
Ste. Anne, MB R5H 1R1 cao@rmofsteanne.com
All LUD of Richer residents are invited to participate in the
When buying land, legal title change documents filed with the Titles office contains the information that the Municipal Office can access to contact you. This often leads to incorrect mailing addresses, with no other types of contact information. It falls to the property owners to contact our office at general@rmofsteanne.com or 204-422-5929 to have your information updated By doing this, we can be sure that you will receive important information such as Public Notices on matters that can affect your property, your Tax Statement, an other important documents from your local government office. Contact information collected by the RM remains confidential, and will only be used for Municipal Purposes, or shared when required by law. DOES THE RM OFFICE HAVE YOUR CORRECT CONTACT INFORMATION? Clean up your yard, plant some flowers, get ready for summer, and (possibly) win some great prizes*! Judges will evaluate properties in the LUD between May 27-31, with winners to be determined during the June 12th LUD of Richer Committee Meeting. Follow us on Facebook for updates! LUD of Richer - (204)422.5929 general@rmofsteanne.com *(dependent on sponsor participation) LUD OF RICHER’S SPRING
UP CONTEST
SPRUCE
LUD OF RICHER HOLIDAY YARD DECORATION CONTEST WINNERS AWARDED PRIZES
RM OF STE ANNE MUNICIPAL OFFICE:
395 Traverse Road (Physical address)
Box 6, Grp 50, RR 1 (Mailing address), Ste. Anne, MB R5H 1R1
Telephone: (204) 422-5929 Fax: (204) 422-9723 general@rmofsteanne.com | www.rmofsteanne.com
Office Hours: Monday to Friday 8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Closed on Holidays
For specific inquiries, the following Administrative Staff may be contacted:
Chief Administrative Officer - Mike McLennan cao@rmofsteanne.com
Legislative Officer - Nadine Vielfaure legislative@rmofsteanne.com
Operations Manager - Kevin Medeiros pw@rmofsteanne.com
Finance Officer - Tiana Bohemier finance@rmofsteanne.com
Finance Administrative Assistant - Colleen Maurice accounts@rmofsteanne.com
Development Officer - Hadiseh Bajelan development@rmofsteanne.com
Planning Assistant - Colette Martens planning@rmofsteanne.com
Receptionist – Ashley Poiron general@rmofsteanne.com reception@rmofsteanne.com
Municipal Emergency Coordinator - Chrissy Bohemier mec@rmofsteanne.com
RM OF STE. ANNE COUNCIL
Reeve: Richard Pelletier - 204-371-7756 reevepelletier@rmofsteanne.com
Councillors:
Ward 1 - Sarah Normandeau ward1sarah@outlook.com / 204-392-6900
Ward 2 - Kyle Waczko councillorwaczko@rmofsteanne.com / 204-510-4968
Ward 3 & LUD Council Rep – Patrick Stolwyk councillorstolwyk@rmofsteanne.com / 204-223-2570
Ward 4 - Brad Ingles ward4rmsteannebrad.i@gmail.com / 204-793-0671
Ward 5 - Robert Sarrasin robert.rm.steanne@gmail.com / 204-791-7735
Ward 6 - Randy Eros - reros@mts.net / 204-371-2959
LUD COMMITTEE MEMBERS:
Chair John Lenton - 204-422-8496 / 204-371-1674
Norm Bremaud - 204-371-9282 normbremaud8@gmail.com
Jessica Ostrowski - 204-355-8245 / jostrowski@live.com
RCMP: Steinbach Detachment - 204-326-4452
During an emergency, dial 911 / 204-326-1234
RAMS Animal Control Officer: 204-223-5521
RICHER FIRE DEPARTMENT:
For questions on burn bans or burn permits
Richer Fire Chief Chris Wilkins richerchief@rmofsteanne.com / 204-422-5966
INTRODUCING SPECIAL EVENT FACILITIES IN OUR COMMUNITY: YOUR INPUT MATTERS!
In the Planning department, we aim to highlight the most frequently asked about topics related to our zoning bylaws in each newsletter. We’ve previously covered subjects such as home-based commerce and secondary suites, and now we’re excited to introduce another topic: special event facilities.
Special event facilities serve as venues for specific events, functions, celebrations, ceremonies, or similar activities, primarily benefiting individuals other than the property owner. These events occur periodically and involve gatherings of people assembled for common purposes.
Special event facilities are considered a Conditional Use in some zones, and are not allowed in all zones. If you have an idea or plan that aligns with the definition provided above, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us for more information.
To submit an application for a special event facility, you’ll need to include the following information:
• A site plan showing:
- General vehicle access routes;
- Emergency and protective service vehicle
access routes;
- Emergency plan (including muster point, evacuation scenarios, etc.);
- Parking (location, sizes, and number of stalls);
- Pathways (if applicable);
- Buildings and structures;
- Exterior site lighting; and
- Landscaping.
• Sound and/or sight barriers or buffers (description or illustration).
• Signage.
• Site maintenance information (e.g., waste management).
• Security information.
• Dates and hours of operation.
• Liability insurance information.
• Or any other idea that distinguishes your application from others.
We welcome your fabulous ideas and encourage you to contact us at Development@rmofsteanne.com, Planning@rmofsteanne.com, or call 204-422-5929.
Let’s work together to make our community even better!
A HEARTFELT THANK YOU TO THE AMAZING STE. ANNE COMMUNITY!
Accueil Kateri Centre, Ste-Anne food bank, would like to sincerely thank the great number of generous people who gave of their time, talents, food, toys, knitting and money towards the Christmas hampers of 2023 December 13 and 16. Hampers were distributed to 145 families, and these included gifts for more than 240 children. Also, book bags were given to the children, which contained a new age-appropriate book and other goodies.
Accueil Kateri continues to grow, with over 100 families needing a hamper every other Wednesday. Therefore, the need for donations continues year-round. The Town and the RM of Ste-Anne generously cover the operating costs of the food bank, ensuring that all other donations are used for food. With the purchasing power of the food bank, your donations go further than their dollar value and also your donations of $20 or more are eligible for a receipt for income tax purposes.
Save the Date! Accueil Kateri Centre, Ste-Anne food bank, will hold its 9th Annual General Meeting on Thursday May 30,
2024 at 7 p.m. More details will follow. Gardening season will soon be upon us. Please remember to grow a little extra if you can to share with the food bank come harvesting time.
Accueil Kateri gratefully accepts donations all year round, be they monetary or food. With more than 100 client-families attending the food bank every two weeks, donations are much appreciated. For more information on the food bank, including how to donate, please visit the website: www.accueilkatericentre.ca or call 204-371-4984. You can deposit donations in the drop box to the left of the front door at 132 Centrale and food donations can be left in the yellow bin at the back door. The most needed items are: cereals (low-sugar), canned soups, peanut butter, spaghetti sauce, canned meats or fish (ham, turkey, chicken, tuna, etc.), canned vegetables or fruit, juices, fruit cups, baked beans.
Thanks in advance for your continued generosity!
Accueil Kateri Centre, Ste-Anne food bank