JULY 3, 2019
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Lemonade Day’s Vendors Donate to KidSport Rosanne Fortier News Correspondent June 22’s was a day in the Town of Vegreville when no one had an excuse to go thirsty as many mouth-watering Lemonade Stands were set-up in Vegreville for Lemonade Day.
A few participants took their proceeds further to make others’ happy as they donated part of the profit they earned to KidSport Vegreville. Chair for KidSport Vegreville, Roy Mills said he feels it is very thoughtful for these young children to think of
Lemonade Day vendor, Shiela Kocsis presents a cheque from the proceeds of her lemonade stand to Chair of KidSport Vegreville, Roy Mills to use so all kids can play sports. (Photo/submitted)
other people who may be struggling in the financial aspect to participate in sports. Every donation that KidSport gets helps those who are less fortunate to be able to participate in sports. So, all kids get to play sports.
Lemonade Day vendor, Clay Ziegler presents a cheque from the proceeds of her lemonade stand to Chair of KidSport Vegreville, Roy Mills to use so all kids can play sports. (Photo/submitted)
Question of the week from June 19th Do you know the municipal bylaw requirements for dog ownership within the Town of Vegreville? ANSWER:
Animal Licensing:
The Town of Vegreville Dog Bylaw No. 4-95 requires all dogs residing within the corporate limits to be licensed.
How do I obtain a license and what does it cost?
You can visit the Town of Vegreville’s administration office and obtain your dog license and tag for an annual fee of $35. The tag expires on December 31st of each year.
What do the dog license fees go toward?
The fees collected by the Town directly support the local Prairie Tails Animal Rescue Society who utilize the town’s animal shelter and kennels. The rescue and its volunteers work countless hours to reunite pets and owners; provide
daily care to the animals with includes feeding, sheltering, fostering and sterilizing stray animals. Prairie Tails is also responsible for the adoption and rehoming programs set up by the rescue.
Allowable Number of Dogs:
No person shall keep or harbour more than two dogs that are over the age of 6 months per household.
Off-Leash Dog Park:
The Town of Vegreville provides dog owners an area in town where they can allow their dogs to safely run off-leash. Owners must still be able to control their dog at all times while using the off-leash area. This dog park is located behind the hospital at 5241 – 43 Street. All other areas in town with public access requires dog owners to have their pets on a leash at all times. Pet owners are reminded to be
responsible pet owners and have their dog wear the licensed tag at all times to ensure a quicker return should your animal ever become lost or missing. Dog licence application can be found online at www.vegreville.com
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