MARCH 2020
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Council builds for growth, holds taxes below inflation 2020 budget Beaumont City Council recently approved a budget for 2020 that adds significant recreation opportunities for residents and protects services and infrastructure during a time of fiscal restraint. “Beaumont continues growing at one of the fastest rates in Canada and we are investing now to make sure residents can still enjoy a high quality of life with excellent services and facilities,” said Mayor John Stewart. “Through prudent planning by council and the city, we’re able to improve access to recreation and protect our existing infrastructure without putting an undue burden on families.” The approved tax increase of 1.6 per cent – approximately $45 per year for the average household – is the city’s lowest in more than 10 years, below the regional average increase of 1.8 per cent and lower than Alberta’s forecast inflation of two per cent in 2020. Water and wastewater utility rates were also increased a total of two per cent — about $25.53 per year for the average household — reflecting increased costs from regional water and wastewater commissions. There were no changes to garbage collection or utility franchise fees.
the opening of the expanded Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre later this year, the 2020 budget supports several recreation and culture projects, including: • A feasibility study for an arts facility • New outdoor rinks in the Dansereau neighbourhood, at the Ken Nichol Regional Recreation Centre (KNRRC) • An additional baseball diamond and playground equipment in Coloniale • A conceptual design and geotechnical study for an outdoor multi-use field. The city is also exploring options with Leduc County for a joint recreation area that could include baseball diamonds and a dog park. Budget 2020 maintains service levels for residents and protects existing city infrastructure, such as a roof replacement for the KNRRC, repairs to the LeBlanc Canal Bridge in Four Seasons Park, refurbishing the Bellevue outdoor rink, along with overlay work and a detailed design for improvements to Township Road 510. Learn more about the city’s 2020 budget at beaumont.ab.ca/259/Budget.
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL CONTACT INFORMATION Mayor John Stewart 780.293.5650 Councillor Kathy Barnhart 780.721.5504 Councillor Bill Daneluik 587.357.5206 Councillor Perry Hendriks 780.929.5102 Councillor Sam Munckhof-Swain 780.690.0031 Councillor Martin Stout 780.904.9623 Councillor Steven vanNieuwkerk 780.991.0871 Email links for Mayor and Council are online at beaumont.ab.ca/council
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The Spring/Summer Activity Guide is Out! Looking for new activities to take up this spring? Look no further than the Community Programs! Check out the current Spring/Summer 2020 Activity Guide at beaumont.ab.ca/457, or pick up a hardcopy at the Ken Nichol Centre or Beaumont Community Centre. We have a number of exciting new offerings this season, with options for everyone! • Wanting to learn new kitchen skills? Sign up for Wednesday night cooking classes for children and adults brought to you by the local top-class restaurant Chartier! • The Engineering for Kids, Young Artists of Beaumont, Beaumont Broadway, or Kids Comic Book classes are perfect for your inventive child! Weaving, Stained Glass, or our Photography Workshops will cater to everyone’s artsy cravings! • If you are looking for more active classes there is a wide variety of Ballet, Jazz, Hip-Hop, On the Spot Improv, or Family and Teen Yoga classes to burn off some of that energy! We also have more sport offerings with a variety of Sportball classes and Gymnastics classes led by certified instructors and coaches! • Even during the BSRC Construction, the City of Beaumont is offering group fitness classes at the Beaumont Community Centre and School locations. A full drop-in class schedule for membership holders, along with a variety of other registered programs can be found at beaumont.ab.ca/281 or in pages 14-16 of the Activity Guide!
Rain Barrel Pre-Order Sale Pre-order your rain barrel now at enviroworld.ca/Beaumont. Rain Barrels are $60 and must be ordered before May 10th. Rain barrels must be picked up on May 23rd between 8:30 am to 2:00 pm at Beaumont Public Works (24130 Township Road 510). Composter will also be available that day for $50 cash while supplies last. For more information contact Alyssa Carson at 780-929-4306.
• Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) brings programs fostering learning, friendships and fun: Home Alone, Learn to Skateboard, and Beautiful from the Inside Out. Read up on our Spring/Summer 2020 Activity Guide and Register Now! This can be done online at clickit.beaumont.ab.ca or in-person or at the Beaumont Community Centre during regular business hours.
Snow and Ice Control Our snow removal crews are hard at work cleaning up what we hope is the last bit of winter. Please remember to move your vehicles off the street when the no parking signs are posted in your area. Vehicles parked on the street will be ticketed.
Nominate a Deserving Volunteer Nominations for the annual Philip Ki Joon Oh Volunteer of the Year and Youth Volunteer of the Year are now open. Nominate an individual or group who has made a valuable contribution to Beaumont at beaumont.ab.ca/449. Nominations close at 12:00 pm on Friday, April 3, 2020.
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The City of Beaumont is excited to offer the community’s first nonprofit co-working space – CoBIC Connect. Located in the heart of downtown Beaumont, CoBIC Connect offers entrepreneurs, small business owners and home-based businesses a place to connect with each other, or even resources – all in the spirit of collaboration and innovation.
Spring and Summer Registration opens
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 11 Activity Guide can be viewed at clickit.beaumont.ab.ca
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REGISTRATION BEGINS: Wednesday, March 11, 2020 at 5:30am ONLINE: clickit.beaumont.ab.ca IN PERSON: At the Beaumont Community Centre (CCBCC) during regular business hours
For more information visit: beaumont.ab.ca Guest Services: 780.929.1221
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UPCOMING EVENTS
April 24, 2020 Volunteer Appreciation Time: 12:00 pm-4:00 pm Where: Beaumont Community Centre Please register through your Community Volunteer Organization. Calling all of our amazing community volunteers! Come, sitback and take a moment to recognize and honour your volunteer accomplishments and contributions at Beaumont's annual Volunteer Appreciation event.
Chantal Bérubé Youth Centre Events • On March 18 from 4:00 pm-8:00 pm we are taking a trip to the House of Wheels, an indoor skate park in Edmonton. The cost is $20; which covers admission, transportation and a snack. If you don’t have your own equipment, rentals can be purchased at an extra charge. Registration can be made in person or by emailing youthcentre@beaumont.ab.ca by March 17. • On March 25 from 5:00 pm-8:00 pm, we are opening our doors for young adults aged 18-24 yrs only. This night will feature a free board game café. It is our intention to offer this age group a space to socialize while also getting to learn about the various resources available to them within the City of Beaumont. Registration can be made in person or by emailing youthcentre@beaumont.ab.ca by March 24.
May 2, 2020 Spring Kick off Breakfast Time: 8:30 am-11:30 am Where: Beaumont Community Centre There will be activities for kids and a community fair of non-profit organizations and program partners with information and products for beautifying your outdoor spaces this season. Visit beaumont.ab.ca/events for all the details.
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Join us on our annual Wellness Retreat to the Strathcona Wilderness Centre from April 1-3. There will be art sessions, yoga, nature walks, campfires and more. The cost is $10 and space is limited. Registration starts March 9 and can be made in person or by emailing youthcentre@beaumont.ab.ca the last day to register is March 25.
• On May 7 from 6:00 pm-8:00 pm we will be at the Bellevue gymnasium for a free drop in gym night. Please stop by and make sure to bring your indoor shoes! Registration is not required. •
The registration process for our monthly Mini Teens program (for kids aged 6-11yrs) has changed to online only. In order to register and pay you will need to go to clickit.beaumont.ab.ca and search for “Mini Teens” under the Chantal Bérubé Youth Centre heading. For the March 21 session, you can also search course #5321. The other dates are April 18 and May 23. All sessions run from 1:00 pm-4:00 pm.
Stop by and see us at 5202 50 Street or give us a call at (780) 929-5155 for more information.
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