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Special Events Friday, May 24 from 10-8; Saturday, May 25 from 9-6 and Sunday, May 26 from 9-6. The biggest garage sale in Central Alberta, hosted by Red Deer & District SPCA at Red Deer Curling Cenre. Antique table, bargains covering more than 70 tables. Purchase a raffle ticket or participate in the 50/50 draw. All proceeds used to care for companion animals awaiting adoption. For more info go to www. reddeerspca.com. Saturday, May 25 - Lighthouse Christian Academy is holding a multi-family garage sale in the parking lot of Gospel Chapel church from 9-3. Saturday, May 25 - Summer Village of Sunbreaker Cove annual information meeting begins at 10 am at Rainy Creek Hall. Saturday, May 25 - Historic Markerville 12th annual Viking Cup golf tournament. Nine holes of golf at Glennifer Lake Resort. Beef dinner at Fensala Hall to follow. For info or to register a team contact Fred Anderson 403-728-3595. Saturday, May 25 - Fourth charity Sylvan Lake RCMP Regimental Ball at Sylvan Lake’s community hall, supporting Sylvan Lake & District Victim Services Unit. Tickets available at the RCMP detachment. Saturday, May 25 - Central Alberta Singles dance 8:30 pm at Penhold Hall. Music by Hot Spur. Members and invited guests only; new members welcome. Elaine 403-341-7653 or Bob 403-3047440. Sunday, May 26 - Sylvan Lake Triathlon, Duathlon and Kid’s Splash ‘n’ Dash organized by Sylvan Lake Triathlon Club. More info or to register at bbfsprint. ca Sunday, May 26 - Fahrfromhome 2013, the meeting of Alberta’s Volkswagen clubs, Air Riders and Club Vee Dub. Featuring 100+ vehicles, approximately half of them vintage models. Activities for kids and adults. Parking lot beside tourist information centre on 50th Avenue, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. www.airriders.ca or www.clubveedub.ca Sunday, May 26 - Spruce View & District Lions Club is sponsoring Purina Walk for Dog Guides at Double Tree Village (9 miles west of Spruce View on Highway 54 to RR 41 then north). Museum will be open for viewing. Registration 10:30 am, walk 11:30 am, free lunch to follow. Pledge forms available from all Lions members, Spruce View Co-op and Innisfail Vet Clinic or call 403-728-0008. Wednesday, May 29 - Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Bus to Deerfoot Casino, Calgary. Leave 8:30 am. Phone Joan 403-887-7614. Friday, May 30-Sunday, June 2 - Eckville Rodeo at the arena. 6:30 p.m. both days. Municipal breakfast, parade and other events on Saturday. Watch for more details. Saturday, June 1 - Teddy Bear Tea Party at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library from 1-2 pm. Bring your favourite bear for a fantastically fun tea party. There will be a picnic with your favourite furry friend, stories and games. Free, registration required. Saturday, June 1 - Multicultural Festival at Danish Canadian National Museum & Gardens, south of
Dickson. Enjoy the variety of cultures and experiences we have in Central Alberta. Saturday, June 1 - Muscles in Motion at Jarvis Bay Provincial Park. Includes an 8 km trail run, team firefighter fitness challenge and NEW this year is a Kids 1 km run & challenge. Door prizes, silent auction, live band and BBQ all in support of Canadians affected with Muscular Dystrophy. To register, volunteer or donate go to http://muscle.akaraisin.com/ rdmim2013. Check out the schedule of events at www.personaltrainingsylvanlake.com Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 - Spring showcase Country Drive. Discover year-round rural attractions, events, history, markets and local cuisine. www.countrydrive.ca Sunday, June 2 - Decoration Day at Lakeview Cemetery, organized by Sylvan Lake branch of The Royal Canadian Legion. Sunday, June 2 to Saturday, June 8 - Seniors Week at Sylvan Lake Seniors Centre. Watch for detailed ad or call 403-887-5428. Tuesday, June 4 - Fundraising barbecue to support the Seniors’ Bus, in Sobey’s parking lot from 10 am to 3 pm. Celebrating Seniors Week!
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Volunteers Wanted Volunteered needed! BBF Sprint/Duathlon on Sunday, May 26. Tim Hortons, free t-shirts and a Rotary BBQ will be provided for volunteers as well as a chance to enter all of our door prizes. Contact Amy at volunteers@sltc.ca or 403-877-3878.
Support Programs Sylvan Lake Al-Anon (for families and friends of alcoholics) 8 pm Sundays, Presbyterian Church (north door), Kathy 403-887-4470 or Robyn 403887-2961. 06/30/13 Sylvan Lake AA meetings. Tuesdays 7:30 pm Lions Hall; Sundays 8 pm Presbyterian Church (north door). For more information call male 403-8874470, 403-588-5491 or female 403-887-4297. Narcotics Anonymous meetings Thursday nights at 7:30 pm at Sylvan Lake Bethany Care, 4700 47th Ave. 06/30/13 Are you having trouble controlling the way you eat? Overweight? Underweight? Obsessed with weight or dieting? You are not alone. No dues, no fees, no weigh-ins. Everyone is welcome. Food Addicts in Recovery Anonymous is a 12 step recovery program. For info call Joan at 403-396-9371.
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Sylvan firefighters assisted in townsite during Nordegg wildfire by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Firefighters battling to contain a wildfire that threatened Nordegg over the past two weeks, were assisted by several Sylvan Lake volunteers. Fire Chief Cliff Brausen said an engine and crew of four firefighters went to Nordegg on Sunday, May 12th and returned late that evening.
Deputy Fire Chief Steve Scanland spent the night of May 13th-14th in Nordegg, then two more people went out last Thursday returning Friday morning and two people went out Friday morning returning later in the afternoon. “Basically they did suppression standby in the townsite,” Brausen said. “Setting up sprinklers and cooling down buildings. They weren’t involved in any of the forest
fire fighting.” A mandatory evacuation order was issued for the Nordegg area at 5:44 p.m. on May 12. It was lifted at 10 a.m. last Friday but as of Tuesday morning, a two hour evacuation notice remained in effect. “This means residents should still be prepared to evacuate again — if given notice,” stated Clearwater County’s website. “The state of local emergency has been extended for town site, north
subdivision and mine site. Roads and trails around the mine site remain closed. Signs are posted at restricted areas. Firefighters will continue to work in these area to extinguish hot spots. The Forestry Trunk Road remains closed from Highway 11 to south of the North Saskatchewan River bridge.” The out-of-control wildfire, which started May 5, forced residents of Nordegg and surrounding areas to
evacuate to Rocky Mountain House on May 12. It was 500 metres from the Historic Mine Site and 1.5 kilometres from Nordegg, according to a story in the Rocky Mountain House Mountaineer. 107 people were evacuated and over 79 evacuees registered at the Rocky Curling Rink where they were greeted by Red Cross volunteers. Over 100 firefighters were on scene accompanied by var-
21 students hired for summer work with town by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
In a wide ranging report to councillors at their May 13 meeting, Betty Osmond, the town’s chief administrative officer, reported that summer student hiring is complete with 21 students who started May 6. That includes parks and recreation, public works, beach ambassadors and tourism booth clerk. Other items of note included: • Lakeshore Drive work has resumed as has work on water main replacements in the 50A Avenue and 50A Street area. Memorial Trail paving has been completed. • A tentative move-in date for the new town hall has been set for the third week in August. A public open house will be held in the building on June 15. Work on Lions Legacy Park has started with the trail system, landscaping, moving of the washroom and refinishing
the gazebo. The project is to be completed by the first week in June. • Work is progressing on the dog park, off 60th Street north of the cemetery. Landscaping, tree planting, some additional trail development and development • Soccer and baseball began at the beginning of May with 14 soccer fields and seven ball diamonds in use. Osmond presents a report at each council meeting detailing activity of all town departments. Copies of her reports are available on the town’s website with the council meeting agendas.
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A developer has accepted responsibility for trees being cut during clearing operations for the Vista In Ryders Ridge subdivision immediately south of Ryders Ridge. At their meeting May 13, Sylvan Lake councillors received a report for information about the incident. The town’s recreation, parks and culture department staff met with the developer “and they are fully accepting of the responsibility for the removal of all trees identified as being unnecessarily removed,” according to a report by Ron Lebsack, director of leisure and protective services. A certified arborist was contracted and put the value of the 14 trees cut down at the extreme east end of the old rail line pathway just before Highway 20 at $25,392.50.
That’s the average of figures arrived at by using two different methods of calculation. Town staff will be working with the developer to recover compensation for the trees,
SUMMER VILLAGE OF NORGLENWOLD PUBLIC HEARING Land Use Bylaw No. 208/13 The Summer Village of Norglenwold Council has given first reading to Bylaw No. 208/13 to adopt the revised Land Use Bylaw to guide the use and development of property within the Summer Village. Prior to Council considering second reading, a public hearing is required by the Municipal Government Act. The purpose of this public hearing is for Norglenwold Council to hear presentations on the proposed Land Use Bylaw. The style of the hearing will be informal and persons wishing to speak will be requested to state their name and address for the record, all speakers will be asked to keep their presentations to a maximum of 5 minutes. PUBLIC HEARING Date: Time: Place:
Town working on compensation for trees removed by developer by Steve Dills
ious heavy equipment machinery, helicopters and air tankers. The status at press time Tuesday was the fire was being held with 250 hectares burned. Assistance of Sylvan Lake firefighters was requested through a mutual aid agreement between the town and Clearwater County. Brausen also reminded residents that a complete fire ban continues in force in Sylvan Lake.
Friday May 31, 2013 9:00a.m. Summer Villages Administration Office located at Unit 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail, Town of Sylvan Lake (behind the Comfort Inn & Suites on Highway 20)
Copies of the proposed Land Use Bylaw may be viewed between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday at the Summer Villages Administration office located at Unit 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail in the Town of Sylvan Lake. The proposed Land Use Bylaw is also available on the Summer Village’s website at www.sylvansummervillages.ca, click on the Norglenwold tab. If you are not able to attend the public hearing and/or wish to send in comments, please forward them no later than May 22, 2013 to :
Work has resumed on Lakeshore Drive improvements, reported Sylvan Lake’s chief administrative officer, Betty Osmond, at the May 13 council meeting. Olds Concrete is completing remaining promenade and lookout work, installation of stairs and towers is underway. Landscaping has resumed by forces from Blue Grass Landscape who were busy last week planting trees and laying sod.
Jolene Tejkl, Parkland Community Planning Services Unit B, 4730 Ross Street, Red Deer AB T4N 1X2 Email: jolene.tejkl@pcps.ab.ca Fax: 403.346.1570 For more information on the proposed Land Use Bylaw please call Jolene Tejkl at 403.343.3394.
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Harper’s accountability at heart of Senate scandal Disgraced Conservative senators Mike Duffy and Pamela Wallin are giving old, fat journalists a bad name. The pair of former CTV talking heads has joined the growing list of senators who have been forced to the sidelines during an examination of their possible criminal behaviour. Duffy, Senator Patrick Brazeau (C) and Senator Mac Harb (L) were all audited for their housing claims; Wallin is being audited for a complex shoebox of receipts totalling $375,600 that combine housing and travel expenses. To make matters worse, in an unrelated matter, Brazeau has been charged with sexual assault. Duffy left the Conservative caucus last Thursday, claiming the issue had become a “significant distraction” to the government; Wallin “recused” herself from the caucus on Friday; and to take one for the team, the PM’s chief of staff, Nigel Wright, resigned Sunday after admitting he maybe shouldn’t have written a personal cheque to Duffy so he could repay more than $90,000 in housing expenses falsely claimed. The ethics commissioner will earn her pay this month. Duffy obfuscated the truth about his official residence; whether he should repay the $90,000; when he repaid it; where he got the money; whether it was a gift or a loan from “an old friend”; whether Wright actually is “an old friend”; and what favour was expected in return for this gift or bribe? The Senate has determined he was not eligible to claim the housing expenses to travel from his home in
PEI because, quite simply, Duffy doesn’t live in PEI. Hasn’t for decades. Perhaps the prime minister should have checked the Cavendish, PEI phone book to see if there was a listing for Duffy, Michael Dennis, before anointing him as a senator from PEI. Appointed to be telegenic shills for the Conservative party, celebrities Duffy and Wallin have also been called out by opposition MPs for billing taxpayers for the time they spent campaigning on behalf of Conservative candidates in the 2011 federal election. While that might not be listed in a senator’s official job description, that kind of double-dipping has been given a blind eye in Ottawa for decades. Sometimes it seems a party’s senators are appointed to be campaigners and cheerleaders rather than legislators. Prime Minister Stephen Harper has no one to blame but himself for this latest Senate scandal as he alone made the choice to appoint these hacks to the Red Chamber. Duffy and Wallin were once fine journalists but like many of their neighbours in the Senate, have never been elected to public office. The Senate is littered with the bodies of washed up Canadian hockey players, musicians, journalists and party bagmen who never put their name on a ballot. Harper is attempting piecemeal reform of the Senate and another scandal might just tip the scales of public opinion in favour of abolition. In his speech to caucus Tuesday morning, Harper endorsed fast-tracking changes to Senate expense
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accounts and to close loopholes. But Senate reform is not necessary to prevent further repeats of this expenses scandal — simply make senators’ expense claims public; allow the auditor and RCMP to do their jobs without po-
in every way, with very comfortable seating accommodation, replaces the busses sold to the United States Army at the close of the Sylvan Lake 1943 season. ♦ ♦ ♦ Hon. E. J. Hooke, Provincial Secretary was a Sylvan Lake visitor Tuesday. From him it was learned that the highway from (and including) Sylvan Lake to the junction with the Edmonton-Calgary highway is to be hard surfaced this year. It is likely that the work will be commenced in Sylvan Lake and continued eastward. ♦ ♦ ♦ Pupils of the senior rooms at Sylvan school spent two afternoons digging the “island” on the boulevard recently, and did a good job, preparing the flower beds.
litical interference. Harper told his colleagues: “I’m very upset about some conduct we have witnessed, the conduct of some parliamentarians and the conduct of my own office.” He took no responsibility, meted out no punishment, took no prisoners. Then he slipped off to a waiting plane for South America. What did the prime minister know about this back-
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Mr. Ross Smith, who comes to Sylvan Lake from Calgary, has taken over Marks Electric. He has been employed as an electrician in Calgary since shortly after World War II, in which he served with the RCAF. ♦ ♦ ♦ Sylvan Lake and district branch of the Canadian Red Cross Society reported that donations amounting to $438.10 were received during the 1963 campaign. ♦ ♦ ♦ Estimates for 1963 were finalized at Monday’s town council meeting and a mill rate of 59 was set for the current tax year. This total is the same as last year.
room deal to cover Duffy’s improper expense claim and when did he know it? Did Harper, a master of micromanagement, approve of the payment? The Conservatives under Harper promised an accountable government and presented themselves as holier than Liberals but in this case it seems that sense of entitlement crosses all party lines.
During the Legion Auxiliary regular meeting it was reported President Mrs. Jarvin will consult wit the Legion president about installing hot water in the hall. The annual Legion picnic for this year will be held on June 23rd. The Legion Auxiliary are serving coffee to the “Old Timers” at the hall during the Jubilee celebrations. ♦ ♦ ♦ During the regular council meeting a committee was set up to obtain bids for work in connection with moving the old school buildings, for excavating basement and for necessary concrete work, and for drilling a well. Appointed are Ken Wilkinson, Carl Cox and Fred Moore. A new Canadian Red Ensign will be purchased by the town.
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Urgent care, multiplex, securing water supply among Samson’s priorities by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Listing a series of priorities for her next term, and expressing pride at accomplishments during the past three years, Mayor Susan Samson officially announced her candidacy for the town’s top elected position, during an interview Tuesday. Among the unfinished items she considers priorities are securing an urgent care facility for Sylvan Lake and area; completing the downtown multiplex redevelopment to replace the aging arena; spearheading for a healthy lake using a cumulative effects management strategy; securing funds and a source of water for the town’s future growth; and working with local businesses to develop and implement a tourism strategy. Samson indicated her platform is to identify and map out the strategic priorities over the next five years “to give all residents a sense of the direction of the Town of Sylvan Lake”; to be fiscally responsible when dealing with budgets, property taxes and debt; to be sustainable in our growth with responsible planning and consultation with residents; to maintain a healthy Sylvan Lake; to continue to attract, retain and expand businesses; to communicate effectively about the business of the municipality; and to provide amenities, programs, and facilities that make our town welcom-
ing, inclusive and a source of pride for all residents. “My style is leadership by example,” Samson said. “For the past six years, I have committed my time, energy, skill set and enthusiasm to serve the people of Sylvan Lake. I have found the office of mayor to be rewarding, educational and meaningful as I see the results of thoughtful, planned decisions unfolding for the greater Mayor Susan Samson good of our citizens.” “I do not shy away from tough topics, controversial decisions and always consider the community as a whole when making decisions,” she said. Getting out, meeting and talking with residents of Sylvan Lake has been one of her priorities. “People need to know the mayor as more than a figurehead sitting in an office making decisions that affect all residents. That’s why, she said she attends so many “functions, events and venues”. “The town does not work in isolation,” Samson
Busy period for firefighters Following are calls responded to by Sylvan Lake’s volunteer firefighters, during the two weeks ending May 20, as supplied by Deputy Fire Chief Steve Scanland. Monday, May 6 - 10:21 a.m. - alarm, no fire, 47th Avenue. Monday, May 6 - 11:55 p.m. - alarm, no fire, Lakeway Boulevard. Tuesday, May 7 - 9:30 a.m. - medical assistance, 49th Avenue. Wednesday, May 8 - 5:49 p.m. - motor vehicle collision, 47th Avenue and 43rd Street.
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Thursday, May 9 - 1:34 p.m. - grass fire, Red Deer County. Thursday, May 9 - 5:50 p.m. - hazardous material, 47th Avenue.
Friday, May 10 - 6:51 a.m. - gas leak, carbon monoxide, Ryders Ridge Boulevard. Sunday, May 12 - 7:45 a.m. - mutual aid, Nordegg. Sunday, May 12 - 6:25 p.m. - grass fire, 47th Avenue. Monday, May 13 - 3:00 p.m. - mutual aid, Nordegg. Tuesday, May 14 - 3:44 p.m. - medical assistance, 49th Avenue.
Tuesday, May 14 - 5:15 p.m. - motor vehicle collision, Old Boomer Road. Thursday, May 16 - 7:30 a.m. - mutual aid, Nordegg. Friday, May 17 - 12:33 a.m. - medical assistance, 49th Avenue. Friday, May 17 - 7:30 a.m. - mutual aid, Nordegg. Saturday, May 18 - 11:35 p.m. - grass fire, Red Deer County.
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said, indicating “together everyone achieves more”. She said she’s learned the importance of relationships with surrounding communities and all levels of government as well as organizations like Alberta Urban Mun-icipalities Association and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities. “I am a humbled and proud recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal that recognizes my contributions as mayor to my community,” she said, noting she was nominated by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities for the medal. “I have taken advantage of all learning opportunities and I encourage my council to do the same so that we might better serve our citizens.” Noting the pride she shares with her council in collective accomplishments during the last term she listed a number of items. • a new RCMP building with a full contingent of members creating a safe community; • building a new town hall, to meet the needs of our community that grew from 3,000 to 13,000 residents, at a time when the economy was depressed to get the biggest bang for our tax dollar; • land secured for a new fire hall with
construction starting this fall in order to continue providing firefighting services to protect our citizens and our infrastructure; • a new public works building and yard to meet the need for many years to come; • lakefront development that will continue to draw investors and visitors alike and contribute to the overall economic health of our community; • people continuing to establish roots in Sylvan Lake as a result of building a welcoming family-friendly community; • becoming a leader in green initiatives including diverting storm water from entering Sylvan Lake off Lakeshore Drive and water conservation initiatives to name just a few. • 1913-2013 Celebration of 100 years of progress; • a modest property tax increase of 1.9 per cent for 2013 combined with solid financial reserves to meet the growing needs of Sylvan Lake; and • a 10 year capital plan to guide the financial decision making priorities. The election will take place on October 21st. Two other candidates — Councillor Dale Plante and Matt Prete — have declared they’re seeking the mayor’s job.
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- It was a beautiful day at Sylvan Lake as the summer dawned Monday. There’s sand on the beach and in the volleyball courts. Jess, Eric and some of their friends from Edmonton were hitting the ball around among themselves as others sat and enjoyed the view from the pier. Boaters were out paddling, rowing and motoring. Youngsters were scampering in the water and anglers were casting lines. Weather is warming and the season has begun.
During Sylvan Lake’s Centennial we’re attempting to quantify the generosity of our community with information and a running tally of donations to various groups and organizations. We know how giving our community is and we want to emphasize that with this column. Please feel free to add to our list. Year-to-date total $107,156.92 • Wendy Quick, on behalf of Alberta Automotive Recyclers and Dismantlers Association, presented a $250 cheque to Sylvan Lake Serenity Pet Shelter Society and $250 to Paws and Claws Animal Rescue Foundation, recently. • The results of the Litre Log campaign are in, according to Jennifer Lemega of Sy lv an L a ke Community Partners Association. Fas Gas
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Four facing charges in relation to break and enter of residence Saturday, May 11th 10:27 p.m. – RCMP attended a motorcycle collision on Aspelund Road at Highway 20. A 60-year-old motorcyclist received a broken arm as a result of another vehicle cutting too close to his bike, possibly striking the motorcycle. Alcohol or drugs were not a factor; however, a 51-yearold Blackfalds woman is facing charges in relation to the incident.
Sunday, May 12th 10:03 a.m. – A complaint of a possible impaired driver resulted in RCMP attending 50th Street at 47th Avenue in Sylvan Lake. Dispatch advised that a vehicle was swerving and travelling at various speeds, ending up at the Sobey’s parking lot. A 61-year-old female was questioned and was found not to be impaired, but admitted to having physical difficulties
Ejected female died in roll over; Sylvan man uninjured by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
A 29-year-old Sylvan Lake man was uninjured after the vehicle he was riding in rolled at the Menaik overpass 12 kilometres north of Ponoka on the QEII highway. A female passenger died after being ejected. Initial investigation led police to believe the deceased 25-year-old female from Red Deer was not wearing a seat belt at the time of the crash, according to a report from Ponoka RCMP Integrated Traffic Services. A southbound 2006 Chevrolet Cobalt occupied by three people left the road and rolled several times in the west ditch. The female driver, 26, from Red Deer was transported by ground ambulance to Ponoka General Hospital and later released. Both her and the male had been wearing seat belts. “Cause of the collision remains under investigation. Alcohol does not appear to be a factor,” stated the police report. The name of the deceased isn’t being
released to respect the wishes of the family. “RCMP are reminding all motorists and passengers the importance of wearing a properly adjusted seatbelt,” wrote Cpl. Jerry Court.
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as a result of taking prescription medication. A 24 hour suspension was issued and her vehicle was towed at the scene for her safety as well as public safety. 2:18 p.m. – A 31-year-old male was issued a stunting ticket as a result of a driving complaint near the Walmart parking lot in Sylvan Lake. A complainant reported witnessing the male spinning doughnuts in the lot. Police arrived on scene and issued the ticket to the driver after obtaining a statement from the witness. 3:43 p.m. – RCMP attended Petro Beach in Sylvan Lake after receiving a complaint of a group of people drink-
ing in public and throwing a hatchet at a table in the area. Members spoke to the group and found the hatchet to be a professional throwing tool. There was no significant damage to the table; however, a 48-yearold woman was issued a liquor ticket for transporting liquor in an open container. 6:29 p.m. – Fire crews and RCMP attended a grass fire in the area of 47th Avenue at Charles Industrial Way in Sylvan Lake. The blaze was started by a truck that was travelling in a field at that location. The grass under the vehicle caught fire and the vehicle was burned as well. Fire crews managed to contain and extinguish the fire. No injuries are reported. Monday, May 13th 12:16 a.m. – An investigation is underway into an attempted break and enter at a residence on 44th Street in Sylvan Lake. The front door of
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Girl Guides celebrated 100 years in Alberta Girls had the opportunity to try on and have their photo taken in historic Sylvan Lake News Girl Guide uniforms, and enjoy old games and songs. Alberta Girl Guides celebrated 100 years in the province May 11. “(The activities) were related to About 60 guides from Kuusamo trying to make sure that our girls district, which includes Eckville, know where Guiding came from and Sylvan Lake and Bentley, gathered at what the different levels of Guiding Eckville Elementary School. are,” said Clement. Together, they enjoyed games and A number of craft making activiactivities, and learned about the histies also took place. tory of Guiding in Alberta. For many Guides, Saturday’s event “It was a big celebration to celewas the last of the year. Activities genbrate the fact that we’ve had it in erally resume after school starts in the Alberta for 100 years,” said Sparks fall. leader Jess Clement. Clement said there is always room The event gave Girl Guides from the area a chance to meet and interact for new recruits, and she hopes to see with each other, which Clement said good numbers once again next year. made the event even more special. “In September we’ll have a big reg“We don’t get together very often istration night again, to try and get with all of us together, but we try,” she girls and said. “A lot of them said that it was Girl Guides from Eckville, Sylvan Lake and Bentley adults,” she neat to meet new friends that they took part in extreme knot — a team building knot said. “We’re don’t get to see every week. We tried to mix the groups up between differ- tying exercise — during an event in Eckville May always wel11 celebrating 100 years of Girl Guiding in Alberta. coming more ent ages and different areas.” leaders into it Several activities were related to as well.” the Girl Guide organization’s 100-year More information about joining is history in Alberta, and allowed girls to learn about Guiding in the past. available online at www.girlguides.ca. by Stuart Fullarton
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We are having a picnic, a Teddy Bear Picnic! Bring your favourite teddy and come to the library for some bearrific fun. Parents and children of all ages are invited to Sylvan Lake Library for an enchanting time at our annual picnic on Saturday, June 1st from 1-2 p.m. Activities planned include a lovely outdoor picnic (weather permitting), bear crafts, games and fantastic storytelling. Come and play with some fabulously furry friends as we wrap up our children’s programs until summer. Registration is necessary for this free program and may be made by calling Sylvan Lake Library. Sylvan Lake Municipal Library provides free programs for children, teens and adults, as well as free computer and wifi access. Further information may be found on the library’s website, www.sylvanlibrary.prl. ab.ca, or by calling 403.887.2130.
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Some councillors favoured no increase; 1.5% tax rate hike approved by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
After much wrangling about if or how much taxes should increase, and a break for lunch, Lacombe County councillors settled on a hike of about 1.5 per cent, which was down significantly from the 2.75 per cent increase originally proposed for the municipal portion of the tax bill. The 1.5 per cent figure was what staff proposed in their discussion paper for councillors at the May 9 meeting. However some wanted the tax rate held. The reduction to 1.5 per cent was possible, said Tim Timmons, the county’s manager of corporate services, because of increased assessment values, mainly in the areas of machinery and equipment and pipelines/wells. If they’d stuck to the 2.75 per cent used to craft the interim budget in December, the county would have collected an additional $283,250 in property taxes. At their meeting two weeks prior, councillors had already
wrestled with a $2.7 million surplus from the 2012 year end. “How do we legitimize any tax increase?” asked Councillor Rod McDermand. County Commissioner Terry Hager cautioned councillors to “take a longer range look at it. In any given year we could probably not have any tax increase. See what’s going to happen over 5-810 years.” He also reminded councillors that the province has just said it won’t fund any more bridge work. “What we don’t want to do is nothing, nothing, nothing and then all of a sudden five per cent,” he said. “Even at 1.5 per cent we’re probably slightly below inflation. Services we’re providing are appropriate, residents generally appreciate the services they’re getting. Taxes are moderate to low.” Councillor Cliff Soper said, “I wasn’t opposed to the original interim budget. For the health of the county I think we have to stay with inflation. When you look at the surrounding areas, I think we’re doing very well.” He predict-
ed that without the increase a future council would have to face a substantial increase. “I don’t see, in the future, having to spend less money. We’re going to have to spend more money.” McDermand countered, “I wouldn’t be adverse to see zero, I don’t think it would be out of line, don’t think Lacombe County would suffer.” Councillor Keith Stephenson agreed with Soper and made the motion to go with 1.5 per cent as the tax rate increase. “With the upcoming Nova expansion there’s no need for a tax increase,” said Councillor Brenda Knight. “We just announced a $2.7 million surplus. If we do increase at all it’s how can we get out to the public we went from 2.75 down to 1.5. Our public is still feeling Lacombe County’s pockets are full, deep, we don’t need to increase taxes.” Stephenson replied he’s had the opposite reaction. “People comment to me how well the county is being run. There’s lots of options to use this money.”
Lacombe Foundation are factored in, the increase in the total residential tax rate will be 1.35 per cent. Farmland rates will increase by 1.4 per cent while non-residential will see a 0.36 per cent increase and machinery and equipment will increase 1.45 per cent. Samples provided by Timmons indicated most residential properties will see a slight decrease in the amount of money needed to pay this year’s bill. The sample for Kuusamo Krest showed a 3.5 per cent decrease (the assessment went down from $892,900 to $849,980) while a residence and detached garage in the rural Eckville area would see a decrease of 0.7 per cent in the total tax bill. He explained this is because there was a little bit of decrease in market value of residential properties all across the county. The bill for vacant farmland increased 1.4 per cent while for farm units the samples suggested a range between -0.6 per cent and +3.3 per cent. The tax bill for the sample in the Eckville area increased 2.1 per cent.
Councillor Paula Law agreed that one thing she hears is how well the county does in managing operations. “Nova is future money and I don’t like banking on future money,” she said. “The comment on bridges, we have bridges we have to deal with, we have to look now at what we’re going to do. The county always put money away for future projects. These are going to be big projects.” McDermand remarked, “$2.7 million was rolled into reserves. People say obviously you didn’t need that money.” However Reeve Ken Wigmore noted, “$2.7 million is nothing new to this council. Look at how reserves have grown in the past years. I have no objection to 1.5 per cent.” In the end councillors approved the county’s operating budget of just over $53.6 million and the capital budget of almost $20.7 million. Based on increases of 1.5 per cent to the municipal tax rates, when Alberta Education charges and the requisition collected for “Our passion is His presence, Our commitment is His will, Our pursuit is His way.”
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More people relying on archives for historic information about Sylvan by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
More and more people are realizing the treasures of the community’s history that are available for research and viewing at Sylvan Lake & District Archives Society. As a result volunteers have been busier this year than in the past, both with their own projects and in assisting visitors. They’re also receiving more donations of pictures and other historic material. Denise Bignold, president of the society, thanked the board and volunteers during the annual meeting Apr. 30. “I could hardly believe it when I read through the logs. Every Tuesday and Thursday we had at least four people working here … Everybody is putting in lots of hours.” The organization was able to hire Marion Thompson on a part time basis in January to assist with digitizing and cataloguing accessions. “We have a lot of visitors coming in doing research,” said Bignold who noted some of those were working on history boards which are now displayed at various locations around town. In her written report, Bignold noted two of the three Centennial projects they undertook have been completed. The 18-month calendar went on sale last June and the Main Street album is now available for viewing. The third project is the Centennial Album. Jean Bridge in her written report, indicated the album turned into a “major undertaking, not a simple book of pictures like The First Fifty Years, our album made in 1995-96.” The album has been divided into decades, beginning with the 1950s and has been completed to the 1980s, Bridge reported. The 1990s decade is partially done as is the last section, 2000 to 2013. “For the information and pictures in the album, we used pictures from our accessions and information from many sources, relying heavily on back issues of the newspapers, especially the Sylvan Lake News, to verify the dates and other information,” wrote Bridge. “Since the 2000s do not strike people as ‘historical’, we have very few pictures for this era, so are using a different format and featuring the tremendous growth which Sylvan Lake has had during the past few years. Again we are planning on Sylvan Lake Seniors Association
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the past year, one celebrating farming with careful research and cross-referand the second on the history of encing, we have filled in many of the churches within the community. The gaps,” Virtue reported. next display, on parades of 1913 Now being assembled is an album Days, will be unveiled shortly. of names and histories of old resiBignold also reported on a tour of dences in Sylvan Lake. She admitted their future home in the new civic there is still research left to do on administration building. They expect this. to move in the fall from their current The third project, Virtue indicatlocation in the east end of the library. ed, is a monthly article for the Statistics showed volunteers conlibrary’s newsletter. Since 2003, over tributed 1,930.5 hours between April 2012 and March 2013. The Archives 100 columns have been written. During the election of officers, all has received 4,564 accessions from positions were filled by acclamation. 335 donors since 1995. Denise Bignold was returned as presRoy Mattson reported several hisident, Jean Bridge as vice president, torical markers have been added to Bunny Virtue as secretary and Inez those already in town. These include one mounted on the fence at the for- Gathercole as treasurer. Returning mer Sylvan Lake Hotel location (50th directors include Pat Blakely, Roy Street and Lakeshore Drive), and Mattson, Ernie Walter, Helen others at the golf course and stone Grimson, Marie Schlahs, John Yoos castle. A marker about the boat house and Gilberte Pubanz. will be erected once a pedestal is The evening’s guest speaker was installed. historian Michael Dawe, whose preThree on-going projects were sentation dealt with 100 years of noted in Bunny Virtue’s report. “Two Sylvan Lake complete with pictures of them involve a ‘race against time and anecdotes. and progress’,” she wrote. First is photographing and collecting information on the fast disappearing and unique cottage area in town and in Lower Camp. The secby Steve Dills ond is chronicling the Sylvan Lake News many old houses in town whose histories reflect Cole Way has been selected as the name for the Sylvan Lake’s past. first road going into the new Crestview subdiviTwo albums have sion. been assembled, one Councillors agreed with the request from with photos, owner’s Lamont Land Inc. to use Cole Way as the name, names and cabin names during their meeting May 13. in the area from 49th Crestview is located just south of Pierview subStreet to 33rd Street — division. Lamont had originally proposed Catalina generally known as the Cove. ‘cottage area’. The other The town’s street naming policy states names records names and hiswith a historical significance to the town should tories of summer homes be used. in the Lower Camp area. Cole Way is named the Jack Cole family. Jack “Unfortunately, many and his brother LaVern took over Tendersweet of the old cottages have Meat Market in 1946 and operated as a partnerbeen taken down and ship for two years before LaVern and his wife the histories lost, but Mildred moved to Trail, B.C. Jack Cole and his
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Lions donated towards purchase of eAudiobooks by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Lions clubs in Spruce View, Sylvan Lake, Alix, Cremona and Rocky Mountain House contributed $3,680 for purchase of eAudiobooks by Parkland Regional Library. As a result, 95 new titles have been added to the collection that is available to library patrons across the region, including through Sylvan Lake Municipal Library. As the Lions Clubs are ardent supporters of providing services to aid the visually impaired, they
answered the call for donations in a big way, according to Meredith Bratland, the library’s comunications coordinator. The new eAudiobooks compliment the shared collection of large print and audio books, which are valuable resources for the visually impaired and print disabled. In their electronic format, they can be listened to on a variety of devices from personal computers to smartphones. “There is high demand for eAudiobooks in our region, indicated Bratland in a news release. “Sadly, near the end of 2011, the collection
became extremely limited due to the subscription being withdrawn by the publisher and our own regional collection dropped from 2,000 titles down to 50. With the Lions Clubs’ donations, Parkland Regional Library is one step closer to our goal of expanding the collection back to its former glory. Currently, we have 1,250 titles.” She added, demand for eAudiobooks keeps growing. “Last year alone, 5,077 titles were accessed by patrons.” An eAudiobook costs an average of $38 per title.
Safety
- Jennifer Stuart learned about car seat safety from Red Deer County patrol officer Levi Simcoe at Sylvan Lake’s community centre May 10. Free car seat inspections were offered by Red Deer County officers, who checked for deficiencies and improper installations. STUART FULLARTON
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HOT AIR AFFAIR RIMBEY HOT AIR AFFAIR MAJOR SPONSORS • Black Press –Title sponsor • Super 8 – Host Hotel • Keyera & Cal-Gas – Propane supplier and Deliverer • EckRim Agencies Ltd. – Volunteer Sponsor
RIMBEY HOT AIR AFFAIR BALLOON SPONSORS • Rimbey Co-op • Sunny 94 • Joie de Vivre – Alain Rheault • Jasmine McArthur • W. Pidhirney Welding Ltd. • Bluffton Veterinary Services • Alberta Directional Boring
• Bunch Welding • New Can Truck Parts • Clean Harbours Directional Boring Services • Ready 2 Mix Concrete • Service Credit Union • Body Connections • Frontline Compression Services
RIMBEY HOT AIR AFFAIR OTHER LARGE SPONSORS • Skocdopole Construction – Pilot gifts • Scratchin the Surface – Pilot Gifts • R-Bac Photography – Event Jackets and photos • Allen B Olsen – Champagne sponsor • Silver Belt – Port-a-Potties • Rays Esso – Nitrogen • Rimbey Home Hardware – BBQ for Flag grab • Auction Auto Body – Volunteer sponsor
RIMBEY HOT AIR AFFAIR LANDOWNER AND VOLUNTEER PRIZE SPONSORS • Rimbey Vet Clinic • The Zone Sun & Spa • Centerline Auto Services • Roma Express • Game On Outdoor • Subway • Napa • Mandy’s • Nikirks • Cutting Corner • TireCraft
• J.T. Glass • James Bar & Grill • Blooms • Anderson Service • Rimbey Gift Shop • Rimbey Builders • The Vault • Some Beach • Whitgan Creations & Gifts • Ok Tire • Pharmasave
Thanks to all our volunteers for crewing and security. Thanks to our gracious landowners and of course our spectators for their patience. Thanks to Lor-Al Springs, Cast-A-Waste, GLDC Gas Coop, BMO, Carmen Williams Photography, Mackenzie Stratton, Brittany Brockhoff, Tresa Lowe, Joanne Marshall, Stan Loyek , Tanya Mercredie and Haimie’s Donuts. We could not have had an Expo or Hot Air Affair without each one that helped plan and/or execute the details. We appreciate you all from our title sponsor down to the little ones yelling with excitement about the balloons.
On behalf of the Rimbey & District Chamber of Commerce Board, staff and Balloon Event Director (Lynn Johnson) – See you next year for bigger and better! Jackie Stratton, President
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INVITATION TO TENDER WASTE WATER MAIN UPGRADES
NOTICE OF A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 1617/2013
Sealed Tenders clearly marked “WASTE WATER MAIN UPGRADES – CP1311�
Being a Bylaw to amend the Land Use Bylaw No. 1555/2010. WHEREAS it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Bylaw No. 1555/2010 in the manner hereinafter appearing: NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake, in the Province of Alberta, duly assembled and under the powers conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, Chapter M-26, and amendments there to, enacts as follows: THAT Schedule “A�, being the Land Use District Map of the Land Use Bylaw, be amended as shown on the sketch that is attached to and forms part of this bylaw, by redesignating the property highlighted: FROM: Urban Reserve District (UR) TO: Public Facility District (PF)
will be received by: The Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 – 50th Ave Sylvan lake, AB, T4S 1A1 Until 2:00 P.M. local time on June 13, 2013 and will be opened in public immediately thereafter at The Town of Sylvan Lake Town Hall. Tenders received and not conforming to the foregoing will be returned to the Tenderer(s) without consideration. Tender Documents or Tender Amendments received via Facsimile transmission will not be accepted. Work includes, but is not limited to the following: . Schedule A – Approximately 1400 m of 670 mm and 900 mm sanitary sewer replacement, and 2 case bores, crossing a rail line and Highway 20. Connection to the existing sanitary lift station. . Schedule B – Approximately 1400 m2 of asphalt removal, 35 m of concrete removal, and 120 m of fence removal. . Schedule C – Reconstruction of approximately 1400 m2 of roadway and 2800 m2 of landscaping. . Various other related appurtenances and miscellaneous related. A pre-tender meeting will be held on-site June 5th, 2013 at 2:00 P.M. at 50th Avenue and 40th Street.
A Public Hearing regarding the proposed Bylaw will be held on Monday, June 10th, 2013 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Town OfÂżce at 4926-50 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta.
Copies of the Tender documents will be available from AL-Terra Engineering, #202, 4708 – 50th Avenue, Red Deer, AB. on or after May 23rd, 2013 upon receipt of non-refundable fee of $50.00 made payable to AL-Terra Engineering Ltd.
All persons in favour or opposed to the Bylaw will have the opportunity to be heard. If you are unable to attend personally, written submissions must be submitted to the Municipal OfÂżce no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the hearing.
Inquiries shall be directed to the ofÂżce of AL-Terra Engineering Ltd in Red Deer, Alberta, telephone 403-340-3022, Attention: Bill Thomas, P.Eng.
If you submit comments on this bylaw, either orally or in writing, the information you provide may be recorded in the minutes of the Public Hearing, or otherwise made public, subject to the provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
The Town of Sylvan Lake Public Works Department is accepting sealed tenders for the provision of pavement patching (paving). The closing date for this tender opportunity is Tuesday June 4th, 2013 at 10:00 A.M.
A copy of the proposed Bylaw and any related documents can be seen during regular ofÂżce hours from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Town OfÂżce. The style of the hearing will be informal and persons wishing to speak will be requested to state their name and address for the record upon being recognized by the Chairperson. Date of Âżrst publication of this notice: May 23rd, 2013 edition of the Sylvan Lake News. Date of second publication of this notice: May 30th, 2013 edition of the Sylvan Lake News.
2013 ROADWAY PATCHING (PAVING) There are at least 35 separate patching locations consisting of approximately: . 4200 m2 of 75mm . 700 m2 of 150mm Tender packages are available at the Public Works building, located at 1 Industrial Drive, until the tender closing. Information is available by contacting Mr. John Watson, Public Works Manager at 403.887. 2800.
WATER MAIN UPGRADES Sealed Tenders clearly marked “WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT / TWINNING – CP1313�
TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE
will be received by: The Town of Sylvan Lake 4926 – 50th Ave Sylvan lake, AB, T4S 1A1
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until 2:00 P.M. local time on June 13, 2013 and will be opened in public immediately thereafter at The Town of Sylvan Lake Town Hall. Tenders received and not conforming to the foregoing will be returned to the Tenderer(s) without consideration. Tender Documents or Tender Amendments received via Facsimile transmission will not be accepted.
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ATTENTION BUSINESS OWNERS/OPERATORS Tourism season is fast approaching!
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Is the information about your business current on the Town’s Website Business Directory?
businessdirectory.sylvanlake.ca Have a look at the online directory. Is your business there? Is your company logo advertised? Is the telephone number correct? Do you have a website address with a contact email address? Does the description match your business? Are you listed in all the applicable categories? The directory is FREE ADVERTISING to those with a valid business license in Sylvan Lake.
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To update your information please email BusinessLicenses@sylvanlake.ca or contact the Licensing Inspector 403-887-1185 ext 282
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Blooming - Summer’s heating rays spurred people to think about sprucing up gardens, prompting lots of people to visit the Mother’s Day Flower Sale and Tea at St. Mary’s & St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, May 11. The event started at 9 a.m., something that Garnet Rambaut attributed to the early burst of sales with about half the plants and hanging baskets sold by noon. There were a few still left Sunday but the selection was greatly diminished. Cinnamon buns and Strawberry shortcake tantalized the taste buds for those who stopped for coffee, tea or juice. STEVE DILLS
Discover Sylvan magazine now available by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Bigger and better, the current edition of Discover Sylvan Lake was distributed to stores and tourist information centres in town and around the province last week. The 80 page edition is full of interesting and informative photos and stories about things to do and places to visit in and around Sylvan Lake. It also features the most up-to-date map of Sylvan Lake’s streets and green spaces available anywhere. Check the events listing to find out about the many activities planned over the next year.
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There’s information on accommodations, campgrounds and golfing, sports and recreation, festivals and events, shopping and restaurants, services and real estate. This year’s edition also highlights Sylvan Lake’s Centennial with several stories and photos about the past. If you don’t need a printed copy of the book, it’s also available on the Sylvan Lake News website, just click on the eeditions heading in the top right hand side of the home page.
Tax rate bylaw given approval by county by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
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Red Deer County councillors passed final reading of a bylaw setting property tax rates, Apr. 23. Councillors gave first reading to the bylaw at their Apr. 9 meeting, and gave final approval after receiving no public input. “I think we’ve got a very aggressive program again this year, and yet we’ve been able to keep taxes within a very small increase,� said Councillor David Hoar. “Congratulations to staff, we really appreciate what you’ve done.� The base municipal tax rate for farmland is 7.5647, 2.6352 for residential, and 9.7312 for nonresidential. Tax rates were approved at 0.4 for both protective and community services, and at 0.159 for environmental services. A $25 minimum tax levy was included in the bylaw. “This tax rate bylaw allows us to accomplish some very important infrastructure projects, while not passing on a large increase to ratepayers,� said CAO Curtis Herzberg in an Apr. 9 media release. “Red Deer County continues to be in a very strong financial position relative to other municipalities.� Tax notices will be mailed out on May 3, with payments due on June 30.
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Another tourism workshop planned to develop goals and priorities for town by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
Lively interaction was one of the highlights of a workshop to develop a tourism strategy for the town, May 10. The first meeting brought together 20 “engaged citizens, business owners, members of council and staff ” who reviewed findings of a local environmen-
tal scan and key issues identified during individual interviews with consultants. Participants were asked to identify the community’s strengths, weakenesses, threats and opportunities in the tourism sector. Five strategic priorities were identified including tourism product development, tourism marketing, accessibility, communications and supportive policy environment, according to a media
Conservation Partners program aims to connect landowners with donors by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
A conservation program recently introduced by Red Deer County is aiming to bring landowners and donors together. Conservation Partners was launched by the county last month, and allows landowners carrying out conservation work to receive funding up to $5,000 for projects benefitting environmentally significant areas. People, organizations and businesses may become a partner in the program by donating to one of the program’s three areas: water quality conservation, fish and wildlife habitat preservation and tree planting. Donors may also choose to make a general contribution. Example projects include riparian area fencing, improving septic systems, planting native trees and off-stream livestock watering. Red Deer County conservation coordinator Ken Lewis said the program aims to “care, connect and conserve”, by creating a partnership between landowners and people who support their conservation efforts. “One of the hopes that we have with the program is that by bringing the two parties together, we can start to build relationships between landowners and those who want to support them,” he said.
Lewis said a number of landowners have expressed interest in taking part in the program, and several applications for funding have already been received. County Mayor Jim Wood and councillors Penny Archibald and Philip Massier were among the first to make private donations to the program. Conservation Partners replaces the county’s Off the Creek program, which similarly provided resources and funding for landowners’ conservation projects. Donations, however, were not part of that program. “We are targeting the program a bit more on the environmentally significant areas, so that’s a bit of a change as well,” said Lewis. With landowner consent, donors will be able to find out more about the projects they support. “We’re going to be sharing all kinds of information,” said Lewis. “If that producer is okay with donors knowing where the project is, we’ll share that with those donors.” Alternative Land Use Services is another program running in conjunction with Conservation Partners. It will provide landowners with annual payments for the ecological services and goods, such as wildlife habitat and clean water, that result from their projects. Landowners and potential donors interested in participating in Conservation Partners are asked to contact Lewis at 403-342-8653 or contact him at klewis@rdcounty.ca
release from Joanne Gaudet, the town’s communications coordinator. “All in all, May 10th was a productive day with often lively interaction around the realities of the tourism development,” said Vicki Kurz, the town’s economic development officer. “It was great to meet the business owners and operators who are passionate about this community and I look forward to more meaningful contributions from the community and businesses.” The second in a series of three tourism strategy development workshops is taking place Tuesday from noon to 5:30 p.m. at the Best Western Chateau Inn. The May 28th workshop will include a working
lunch session to confirm and refine outcomes from the previous workshop. The session will also highlight the local, regional, national and international context for economic development and tourism, as well as analyze the competitive situation for Sylvan Lake and areas within our control and outside of our control, stated the release. The workshop will result in drafting a strategic priorities or goals document for distribution and eventual adoption by council. If you’re interested in attending, contact Kurz by email at vkurz@sylvanlake.ca or call 403-887-1185 ext. 226.
Recognition
- Staff of Sylvan Lake Autopro, with the J.D. Power Customer Commitment Award which was presented to the NAPA Autopro company nationwide in recognition of exemplary customer service, included Clint Gaetz, Alaina Gaetz, Wolfgang Kukowski, Amanda Finkbeiner, Greg Dolman, Jess Tubillara, Heather Sontag, Miguel Avila and Brandon Allsen.
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Novice hockey players won chance to train like Oilers by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
A group of Sylvan Lake’s young athletes have won a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to train like the Edmonton Oilers. Sylvan Lake Novice Diversified Products Lakers hockey team was one of 14 minor hockey teams which won a two month contest sponsored by Ford of Canada. They will attend an exclusive event at Rexall Place on June 1. It includes the opportunity to work with professional trainers, coaches and nutritionists; a tour of Rexall Place (including inside the team locker room); and Oilers merchandise. Minor hockey teams entered on-line by submitting a short essay, featuring their community commitment and passion for the game, along with a team photo. Here’s the submission by the Lakers: “This group of players, coaches, parents and fans (family and friends) really gelled when they were brought together in October. Everyone involved with this team has donated countless hours of time to make our team and community better. “Our kids learned many valuable lessons this year about friendship, giving, and working co-operatively to achieve a common goal. “The Lakers were entered into four tournaments this year. One of these tournaments was in nearby Eckville. All eight teams entered were to bring food donations for
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Eckville Food Bank. The Novice Lakers donated the most food almost 50 pounds! The kids were very proud of their accomplishment. Smiles filled the dressing room when we were told we had donated the most even after a tough loss on the ice. “Parents donated time and a Christmas tree FULL of gift cards to the urgent care fundraiser held in December. The tree was a hit during the silent auction that was held. It alone raised $1,300 of funds for the cause. The urgent care facility is something Sylvan Lake desperately needs and our team is supporting it 100%. “The kids really love the game of hockey and are very proud citizens of Sylvan Lake. They would all love to win this contest and are grateful for the opportunity to enter it. GO OILERS GO!!! Dan Weik - assistant coach, Sylvan Lake Diversified Products Novice Lakers” The team includes coaches Jody Junk, Derek Weimer, Rob Shaw and Dan Weik and players Jakob Weimer, Shona Willoughby, Paige Goyan, Seth Rosentreter, Tayler Weller, Hayden Cairney, Talon Brigley, Annalisa Trieber, Jaxon Junk, Aydden Shaw, Wristyn Ottenbreit, Brennan Stene, Landyn Sigfusson, James Moorhouse and Avery Weik. To read about the other teams and their community involvement visit www.FordDrillsAndSkills.ca. “Many minor hockey players, and their parents who support them, are passionate about their favourite professional hockey teams,” said a news release about the award. “The Drills & Skills program takes Ford’s partnership with the Edmonton Oilers Hockey Club ‘outside the bowl’ and into the community.”
Drop in
- John Haazen (with the ball) was approached by opposing players Jesse and Damian Horner during Sunday night basketball in Sylvan Lake May 5. The evening marked the end of the season for the Sylvan Lake Sunday Night Basketball drop-in group, which hopes to start again the first Sunday after Labour Day. Those interested in joining next season are asked to call John Haazen at Sylvan Lake Alliance Community Church at 403-887-8811. STUART FULLARTON
Lacombe County creating environmental management plan by Steve Dills Sylvan Lake News
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emphasized. “This document is a snapshot in time; it represents only the data that is available at the time of writing.” The document examines the environment through a scientific and socio-economic planning structure. The scientific approach focuses on analyzing available data to identify and assess changes in the environment over time. The planning approach uses social norms to compare and rank alternative choices, to balance environmental, economic and social objectives and to initiate management options. The Environmental Management Plan (EMP) “will be shaped by the data found in the SOE, the data gathered by the community and by balancing the social and economic needs of the community with that of the environment. The EMP will “help us to create a framework, with milestones, an end goal, and a built-in monitoring system to ensure we keep track of our progress and stay focused along the way.” The document is planned for release in the winter of 2014. Copies of the SOE may be downloaded from the county’s website or printed copies may be acquired by emailing bwest@lacombecounty. com or phoning Blayne West at 403-782-6601.
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Central Alberta airsoft club quickly gaining positive reputation by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
A unique outdoor activity has people from all around the province flocking to Central Alberta. Red Deer Airsoft Assault Teams (RAAT), is the club that organizes games and meetings for the sport, and is quickly gaining a reputation as being one of the province’s top hosts. “We’ve probably got one of the best fields in Alberta,” said RAAT president Daryn Blondheim. “The guys from Calgary, Edmonton and Grande Prairie, as soon as we post a game, they’re the first ones to sign up.” RAAT includes members from all over Central Alberta, who take part in airsoft events at the club’s field in Red Deer County near Sylvan Lake. Team- and individualbased games similar to those played in paintball are held, and participants try to shoot each other with small plastic pellets using an airsoft gun. Unlike paintballs, which leave a mark on objects they hit, airsoft pellets leave no mark. For that reason, games are played using an honour system, in which players must admit to being shot. Blondheim said games are played at a quick pace, and can last for a number of hours. Military simulation games can run up to ten hours in length, and often replicate the sights and sounds of a war zone. “Typically when you get into some of the bigger games like that, (organizers) start bringing in pyrotechnics,” said Blondheim. “A lot of guys are wearing actual military-grade equipment. It gets pretty immersive.” The projections of airsoft pellets create the potential for bodily harm, and so it is mandatory for players to wear appropriate safety gear, including protective eyewear. Blondheim has been involved with RAAT for five years, and has seen the sport grow steadily during that time. “I remember when we first started, having six or eight guys out to play, that was pretty cool,” he said, adding that weekly games now attract anywhere between 15 and 25 people. “The sport is growing by leaps and bounds. People are buying all the
Airsoft players from all over Central Alberta take part in games organized by Red Deer Assault Teams (RAAT). RAAT’s home field is located in Red Deer County near Sylvan Lake. DAVID POLUTNIK PHOTOS
toys and they’re looking for a place to play. That’s where we come in.” As a private club, RAAT does not freely recruit members. Instead, potential members must first compete in several RAAT-organized games, in what Blondheim refers to as an “evaluation process”. Airsoft players are welcome to participate in RAAT games, however, and may do so by joining the club’s online forum at raat.hyperboards.com. There, they will find infor-
mation pertaining to coming games, the club field’s location, equipment requirements and necessary player prerequisites. New members are asked to post their name and a short introduction outlining their airsoft background and how they learned about the club. Since the club’s field is situated on private property, its location cannot be publicly disclosed. “We welcome anybody and everybody,” said Blondheim. “This time of year, there’s a lot of new
faces and people that we don’t know yet.” A new initiative for RAAT is its youth program, which aims at teaching airsoft to children between the ages of 12 and 15. The primary purpose of the program is to educate children on how to safely use airsoft equipment, to ultimately lower their risk of injury while taking part in the sport. “With how real these guns look, it scares me to have kids running around school yards with this
stuff,” said Blondheim. “As a club, we figured we can’t control whether these kids are getting these things, so if they’re going to get them, we might as well step up to the plate and at least provide them with a safe place to do it where its structured and very supervised.” Newcomers to the sport will be guided around the club’s field by Blondheim, and introduced to the games played by the club. They’ll also be taught proper safe handling of an airsoft gun, as well as club and game rules. “When we’re out on the field, we really take the mindset that we all understand they’re toy guns and they don’t shoot real ammunition, they shoot little plastic pellets, but we treat them very much like they’re real,” said
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Baseball sponsors sought for next season by Stuart Fullarton Sylvan Lake News
There are plenty of ways to support minor baseball in Sylvan Lake, according to Sylvan Lake Minor Baseball Association vice president Shawn Van Nistelrooy. With another baseball season underway in Sylvan Lake, he is working to increase awareness of sponsor-
ship opportunities that the association offers. While some sponsors are already on board for this season, more are being sought for next season. “If we do have companies or individuals that were looking at sponsorship, I would love for them to get in touch with me and talk about what the sponsorship would give back to them,” said Van Nistelrooy.
“We do what we can to help the kids to get equipment. We need to make it so that they have the best stuff available to make them competitive.” As well as being used to purchase new equipment, sponsorships may be put toward jerseys, tournament fees, batting cage upgrades and general association operating costs. Full sponsorship could allow a
company to have its logo displayed on a team’s jerseys. Van Nistelrooy said enlisting sponsors’ support is often contingent on time of year. Many businesses have deadlines and budgets for their contributions to charitable organizations, and raising awareness of sponsorship opportunities early in the year is important, he said. For that reason, the association is
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already seeking sponsors for next season. Games started earlier this month, and registration has ended. Van Nistelrooy said prospective players may still get in touch with the association to discuss filling any remaining open positions. Sylvan Lake Lakers, as the association’s teams are known, take part in Central Alberta Baseball League, and compete against teams from L acombe, Blackfalds, Rimbey and Ponoka, among other places. Teams are fielded in all age categories of minor baseball, and will play until the season ends in early July. Van Nistelrooy relocated to Sylvan Lake from Lethbridge last year, where he was active in minor baseball as a coach. Having experience working with agricultural organizations, he felt he would be able to help the association in Sylvan Lake as a board member. So far, he has been impressed by the town’s setup. “Lacrosse is up here, which is a big draw, but ball is still popular,” he said. “It’s a good summertime sport.” Van Nistelrooy praised the town’s ball diamonds, and said he feels Sylvan Lake offers the ideal environment for baseball. The people involved with the association also greatly enhance its programs for children, he said. “The coaches are great, from what I’ve seen so far. They’re doing the best they can do, and they’re working with these kids and getting them involved and learning the game. “They’re doing awesome.” For further information on Sylvan Lake Minor Baseball Association sponsorship opportunities, contact Shawn Van Nistelrooy at 403-850-7543. Information about Central Alberta Baseball League, including a schedule of games for Sylvan Lake teams, is available online at www. baseballalberta.com. Sylvan Lake Minor Baseball Association’s website is www.sylvanlakeminorball.ca, and has a master schedule of all games and practices taking place throughout the summer.
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Our Sylvan Lake Walmart Supercenter is growing! We’re looking for enthusiastic, dedicated people to make us great and we’re hiring for:
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Successful candidates will provide care and effective supervision to children, deliver programs as directed, assist with maintenance of records, attend monthly staff meetings, and attend all inservice training as assigned. Benefits: - Wages start at $12.00 depending on education and experience - Benefits available - Contract could be extended into fulltime - Pre-accreditation wage top-up available, Applicants must have: - Child Care Staff Qualification Certificate of Child Care Worker or Child Care Supervisor(formerly level 2 and level 3); -Minimum 2 years experience in a childcare setting; -Willingness to sign a one year contract with the possibility of extension. -Ability to develop excellent working relationships with parents/guardians, co-workers, and children -Good communications skills(verbal and written) -Ability to provide a clear Criminal Record Check and a CYIM check as well as a current First Aid and CPR certificate Submit resume and cover letter by Monday, May 27, 2013 Fax: 403-887-8877 | Email: slccsed@gmail.com No phone calls please
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ROOM IN SAFE QUIET HOME. Separate entrance, living room, shared kitchen. Respectful employed lady. References, d.d. $550/mo. 403-887-5227
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LUXURIOUS 1 1/2 DUPLEX in gated community in Red Deer. 2 bdrm. + den, 3 bath. Phone 403-506-9491
Condos/ Townhouses
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SOUTH EDMONTON CONDO FOR SALE. Quiet building. Close to transit and LRT. Main floor corner. 2 large bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and 2 parking stalls! $228, 900. August possession. 780-718-8864
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GOLF, SKI, HIKE, WATER SPORTS, etc. WHITEFISH, MT. Townhouse in Mountain Park subdivision. Over 3700 sq.ft., 4 bedrooms & 3.5 baths. Features include 22’ vaulted ceiling in Great Room with floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood floors, Dacor stainless steel appliances, in-floor radiant heat, walk-out lower level & more. Slate spa shower & large walk-in closets with built-in cabinetry. House is fully wired for surround sound, security smart home. $599,900 For more information call 403-396-5516.
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15 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING LOTS, Vulcan, Alberta. Ritchie Bros Auctioneers. Selling by Unreserved Auction, July 18 from Lethbridge. 25 Bareland Condo Units as 8 lots + 7 single lots. Simon Wallan 780-831-8529; Greg Cripps - Re/Max 403-391-2648; rbauction.com/realestate
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Lakers put out great efforts at Woody’s Marathon by Scott McDermott Special to Sylvan Lake News
the REVERSE is also true
This Great family home has something for everyone and lots of room. Triple detached garage with heat and separate studio (room) is great for all the toys and tools. The house has no wasted space with 5 spacious bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2 living rooms, open kitchen with island, antique-inspired cabinetry, large pantry, den, large laundry room, cold room or dry storage and under stairs play area. Master bedroom has bright spacious on suite with jet tub and shower and large walk in closet. Total living space over 2700 sq feet.. 6.7 acres with walking/biking path circling property. Volleyball court, beautiful rock fire pit and various flower / tree beds all low maintenance make this a yard to enjoy.. Gravel pad with power for your RV. Only 1/2 mile of gravel just off Rainy Creek Road, 20 mins to Rocky or Sylvan 10 mins to Eckville makes this a prime location. Condor and Leslieville are just mins away. Zoned CRA. Move in Ready!
Members of Best Body Fitness Running Club who participated included, in the back row, Wendy Gareau, Angel and Chuck Downie, Dawn Burvill, Alex Lambert, Steve Matejka, Glen Armstrong, Lyn Beckwith, Russell Crook, David Cooksey, Shannon Green, Brandy Lehner, Kim Romyn, Kira Kabel, Steve Miller, Hannah Ringness, Gerry Meinen; and in the front row, Robin Barconnier, Mindy Kerik, Corrie Bailey, Kent Soucy, Renee Callahan, Scott McDermott (lying down), Denis Leclerc, Julian Price, Sue Bornn, Crystal Graham, Deanna Mattson, Janis Smith, and Mark Ringness.
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Nearly 75 Sylvan Lakers took part in the annual Woody’s Marathon, Half Marathon, 10km run on the weekend. The 15th annual running of the event saw record numbers and the weather held on for a near perfect day. The pre-race supper featured Kyle Shewfelt, Canada’s 2004 gold medalist in gymnastics from the Olympic games in Athens, Greece. His speech was absolutely brilliant and touched on the long and challenging journey to winning his medal. Through the talk, he tied in the goal setting, setbacks, challenges and victories to the common thread that runners face. With Boston on the minds of many, the race went smoothly with no issues and several signs and notes of respect during the day.
Medals this year featured gold and purple — in honour of the Boston Marathon. Several Lakers did very well in the full marathon, including Julian Price, who ran an amazing 3:03 full marathon, just 5 weeks after running a sub 3 hour race in the fateful Boston Marathon on April 15th. This was good enough for fourth place in a very competitive category. Alex Lambert ran a 3:33:24 which earned her second place in her division, and fourth place female overall. Lyn Beckwith from Eckville ran a 4:05:27 — winning her age group. In the Half Marathon Amy Komarniski ran down a fifth place finish with a 1:40:56, while Denis Leclerc placed fourth with his 1:32:18. The 10km run was very competitive with no Lakers cracking top positions. (apologies for any errors or omissions-sm)
Update on the latest from Sylvan’s lacrosse teams by Tim Harris Special to Sylvan Lake News
Minityke team and Tyke teams, - we don’t keep any scores or stats, but think we are undefeated so far this year for all three teams. Lots of fun, lots of up and comers, definitely some future stars in this group! Novice - This team is something to watch, currently 8 and 0, and sitting in first place in Central Alberta, coaches Trevor Sigfusson and Troy Tisdale along with assistants Jason Klumpenhower and Kelly Fonda are doing an amazing job with this group of kids, hoping to put together a run for provincials. Peewee - Quietly doing extremely well, this team is currently 7 and 2, and snuggled in second place in Central Alberta. Looking to finish the regular season in the top three, and hoping again to put a strong showing in at playoffs. Peewee’s finished third last year, thinking we can beat that if all things fall into place. Bantam - The 4 and 2 Bantams, currently in fifth (with three games in hand) are a contender this year, once the short games are made up, I anticipate you will see them sniffing around the top three in the league as well … looking to peak for playoffs … this team potentially could do some damage.
This weekend all of our teams from Tyke up will be playing in the Tradition Lives tournament in Red Deer, a tournament which hosts about 80 teams from all over Western Canada, and is a great tournament with a ton of history! Interesting note: Two of our players made Team Alberta Lacrosse! This is big news for us as we are such a small organization compared to the huge clubs in Edmonton and Calgary that have been consistently developing and producing top players for years. Erin Bryenton, a second year bantam, is now a returning Team Alberta Lacrosse player as she played on the Bantam Women’s Alberta team last year. Erin will be going to Halifax, NS on July 23-28 for Bantam Women’s Nationals. Callin Harris, a first year Peewee, is now a first year Team Alberta Peewee Men’s team member. Callin will be going to Whitby, ON on August 4-10 for the Peewee Men’s Nationals. Congratulations to these players, as well as all of the players, coaches and parents that are involved, the effort is showing as we have floored some great talent again this year! We’re still looking for teams to register for Sylvan Lake Rotary Club’s Golf Tournament on June 21, 2013 … some of the proceeds from this tournament will go directly to helping us become our own association next year!
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