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- École Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic Scho hooll students stu tude tud dent nts ts Leah Leah Le h MacMillan, M School Chase Laitila and Ryder Rosentreter took a huge bite out of their apples during the Big Crunch at the school last Thursday. Scott’s No Frills donated 230 apples so students and staff could participate in the event. Principal Jodi Smith said the event is an opportunity to talk about good choices and good nutritional choices. STEVE DILLS
Community spirit, enthusiasm and drive were evident in Sylvan Lake’s bid for the Kraft Hockeyville title over the weekend. Sylvan Lake was among the Top 16 communities when the first round of voting began Saturday evening. For 48 hours votes were accumulated by dedicated people who believe our community can win. Organizers fully expect the tremendous effort by residents, friends and neighbours from Sylvan and many other communities will vault us into the Top 4 when the next announcement is made during Hockey Night in Canada this Saturday (Mar. 15). Now we need to spread our tentacles wider and garner support from people across the country, encouraging them to support
Sylvan Lake in the next round of voting, said Sylvan’s committee chairman Graham Parsons. Another intense 48 hour period of voting will begin at 10 p.m. MST Saturday night and Sylvan Lake (of course we’ll be there) needs to tabulate hundreds of thousands of votes to move into the Top 2 which will be announced Mar. 22. Then, when we’re the only western community, competing against an eastern community, we again need 48 hours of commitment to put us over the top in voting, said Parsons. He asked everyone to contact friends and business associates across Canada to gather support and encourage voting for Sylvan Lake. Do it now, don’t wait until the announcement, he added. Be prepared! See more Hockeyville stories on page 3.
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Weekly events At the Seniors’ Centre: Mondays - Wii bowling; Tuesdays Sit & Be Fit, Whist, Beginner Bridge, Scrabble; Wednesdays - Drama troupe, lunches, Bible study, Tai Chi; Thursdays - Alberta Senior Benefit Program; Fridays - Yoga, Friday forums, bridge, foot care and massage clinics. For more info call Maryan 403-887-5428. Mondays - Toastmasters Sylvan’s Slick Speakers will remain active during the summer. Meeting at Sylvan Lake Alliance Church, 4404 47 Ave. from 7-8:15 pm. Our club is open to everyone wishing to improve their communication and leadership skills. For info call Ian Oostindie 403-887-0968. Wednesdays - Seniors’ Drama Troupe meets from 10-11:30 am at the Seniors Centre. New members always welcome. You don’t have to be a senior to join the fun. Call Pam 403-864-2975. Thursdays - Sylvan Lake Seniors Bus to Red Deer. Pick-up starts at 9:15 am. Returning to Sylvan 1 pm from Parkland Mall. Call Don/Lydia Lanterman at 403-864-2230. Thursdays - Community Bingo at Sylvan Lake Seniors’ Centre. Precall at 6:30 bingo starts at 7 pm. Canteen opens at 5:30 pm.
Special Events Bibles for Grad committee seeking local Grade 12 students not reached regarding coming banquet. No fee, welcome to attend at SL Community Centre Apr. 16. Confirm reservation by contacting Sharon at 403-887-3419 or Donna at 403-872-0757. Saturday, Mar. 15 - Wing eating contest hosted by Canadian Pizza Unlimited from 1-4 pm. 25 wings for $25, with proceeds going to arena fundraising committee. Volunteers and prize donations needed; call Chris at 403-872-4666. Register in store. Mar. 11 deadline for everything. Saturday, Mar. 15 - Dance to the music of Randy Hillman at Sylvan Lake Legion beginning at 8 pm. Members and guests. Monday, Mar. 17 - Irish stew supper at École Mother Teresa Catholic School in Sylvan. Doors open at 4 pm. Silent auction, cake walk and family entertainment. For more info 403-887-6371 or 403-8870173. Thursday, Mar. 20 - Did you know Sylvan Lake has an adult community garden? Are you interested in gardening as a group, facilitated by a horticulturist or avid gardener? Or having a garden plot for yourself? Attend our Garden Party meeting at 7 pm at Community Partners Association, 4936 50th Ave. For info contact Giselle at 403-887-9989 Ext. 202. Friday, Mar. 21-Sunday, Mar. 23 - Alberta Broomball championships at multiplex. Saturday, Mar. 22 - Trivia Night at Sylvan Lake Legion. Registration begins at 6:30 pm, start at 7 pm sharp. Members and guests. Monday, Mar. 24-Friday, Mar. 28 - Infant, preschooler clothing and equipment swap at Community Partners office. Drop off Mar. 20-21. For info call Giselle 403-887-9989, ext. 202. Wednesday, Mar. 26 - Sylvan Lake Seniors’ bus to
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Sylvan preparing for next round of voting in Hockeyville competition we need support of people across Canada to win the grand prize BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS Ripples of anticipation are percolating through Sylvan Lake as residents eagerly await an announcement Saturday evening that the community is among the Top 4 in the Kraft Hockeyville competition. Cheers rang out at the Legion and multiplex last Saturday evening when there was a brief announcement during the Hockey Night in Canada game that Sylvan Lake had made the cut and was in the Top 16. Then people sprang to action, voting again and again (yes, you can vote as many times as you want). Organizers confidently believe the tremendous community spirit, drive and enthusiasm will propel Sylvan Lake into the Top 4 when the next announcement is made during the Hockey Night in Canada game this Saturday. Then there’s another intense 48 hour period to narrow the field to the Top 2 who will be announced the following Saturday followed by a final round of voting. In conjunction with the next round, a Kraft Hockeyville community dinner is being planned for H. J. Cody School this Saturday, from 5-7:30 p.m. featuring Kraft Dinner and weiners. Flashback Freddie will be there to entertain and there will be lots of community spirit at this family event. Come and enjoy. Banners and signs will be spread throughout Sylvan Lake and surrounding communities, by volunteers, encouraging people to vote as the organization ramps up its efforts for the next round. In all of the promotion which is taking place to rally Sylvan Lake and our supporters, it’s heartening to see the community spirit flourishing.
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- Each year around this time, 10-12 Grade 5 students are taken to a Red Deer Rebels game with staff from the school. While there, they had a chance to support the Kraft Hockeyville movement. REGAN LYNN
At École H. J. Cody High School, the computer lab, with 80 computers, was open for voters through the night Saturday and then again Sunday, closing about 5 p.m. that day. Jas Payne estimated over 20,000 votes were logged Saturday night, partly by a group of 13 year old girls who held a ‘slumber party’ voting non-stop for six hours. “It was fantastic,” he said. About 30-40 people spent time Sunday voting. Then Monday, Cody students kept the lab busy by voting. The lab will be open again this weekend for people to vote. Already some of the teams have been asking about space. Contact Payne at 403-887-2412 or by email at jaspayne@chinooksedge.ab.ca to book times. Volunteers distributed voting information at the Red Deer Rebels and Bentley Generals games last weekend and through booths at the home show and Bower Mall. The Sylvan Lake Hockeyville Facebook page, maintained by Dianne Womacks, has been a hub of quickly evolving information throughout, attracting over 5,800 likes already. One of the questions posed was, ‘Where are you voting from?’. Over 150 people responded from communities such as Fort St. John, Courtenay, Kamloops, Campbell River, Salt Spring Island, Terrace and Sparwood in BC, Watrous, Yorkton and Kamsack, SK, Whitehorse, Yukon, Bloodvein and McCreary MB, Sarnia, Burlington, Belleville, Ingersoll and Stirling, ON, New Brunswick, Newfoundland, and other Canadian locales. The campaign’s reach has also taken its message to other countries with voters reporting from several locations in Arizona, Florida, California and South Carolina. England, Costa Rica, Belize, Japan, New Zealand, Columbia and Mexico were some of the other international locations where snowbirds and former Sylvan residents reported voting. Some of the posts on the page have also provided emotional reactions, added Womacks. She noted one from Trev Smith who wrote “Got over a hundred votes in while I’m on location waiting on a rig until the net just got too slow to keep going. Someone has to take over for me!” The responses were great. “Got your back,” wrote Debbie Thomas. “Got it
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covered Trev,” added Sylvia Spasic. “I keep going Trev,” wrote MC Clarke. Mackenzie Rogers posted, “I have not stopped all day, I got it covered!” Spasic also posted a heartwarming story on the page about her thoughts on the last couple of days (see separate article). Parsons and musician Flashback Freddie conducted interviews with radio stations Monday in the Red Deer area, receiving fantastic support and repeated messages throughout the day. Freddie wrote one of the two songs promoting Sylvan Lake’s Hockeyville message. The other was written and recorded by the local band West of the
Fifth. Both may be viewed on the Facebook page. Now the goal, following Saturday’s announcement, is to rally enough voters to push Sylvan Lake into the Top 2 and then in the final round of voting to a decisive win. Reach out to your friends and acquaintances, said Parsons. We’re going to need hundreds of thousands of votes from across the country to win. “Email friends and family everywhere in the nation and encourage them to support us,” he said. “Send out messages on Facebook and other social media. We can do this Sylvan Lake.”
Just like Christmas — waiting and wondering BY SYLVIA SPASIC SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
What excitement the last three days!! Feels like just before Christmas and everyone is busy letting Kraft Hockeyville know that they have the heart and community spirit for this grand title and prize. There was such a hush over Sylvan Lake, all you could hear was the tap, tap, tap, tap, enter/return. Traffic was at a halt last night; everyone set their Facebook page to Sylvan Lake Hockeyville 2014 while they voted. They kept us informed on all the families from all parts of the world that were busy tapping along with us. Even the ‘lone rigger’ wasn’t forgotten when he put out a plea
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that he needed us to all chip in some extra votes in case he was going to lose his connection way up north in the bush. There will be more great stories to read the next few days before we hear if we have made it to the next and final rounds … The next few days will be like waiting to open that large gift under the tree … wanting to peek inside, but knowing we will have to just wait. So, in the mean time, I will just keep following Sylvan Lake Hockeyville 2014 and get to know more about the spirit in my community and all the other communities out there with Sylvan Lake Pride. You all have a great day!! I know I will!!! - from Sylvan Lake Hockeyville Facebook page
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couple of days, and A caller rattled our water caused by snow deadline revere STEVE DILLS melting, heightens the Tuesday afternoon SYLVAN LAKE NEWS need, in our mind, for with a report of a vehianglers to act sooner cle that appeared to be than later. stuck, perhaps Members of Sylvan through the ice, on the Lake Management Committee have lake in the area of Jarvis Bay. That call sent us scurrying to see done an admirable job again this for ourselves and snap pictures. It year in raising awareness of their appears a couple of people had driv- annual campaign to have the en onto the lake’s ice from the area of lake’s surface cleared of debris before Petro Beach and become stuck in the the crack and crunch of ice signals snow. We didn’t struggle through the end of safe travelling in the snow drifts to see if it was more seri- area. This weekend’s weather report ous because they were digging snow and rocking the vehicle. Perhaps just suggests daily temperatures as high stuck we concluded. (See our as 8 and 9˚C. The same report says there will be continuous highs of Facebook page for pictures.) But it reminded us that the end of above 0˚C right through the end of the ice fishing season is nearly upon the month. Therefore we’d urge and plead us. March 31 will be here before we know it. And with it comes the time with sportsmen and women who to remove the various and sundry enjoy our lake during the frigid huts that have mushroomed around months to continue to be the responsible people we know they are and the lake’s shores this winter. The warmer weather of the last undertake the process of removing
Let residents express opinion on cost of new arena, curling rink Editor’s Note: This letter is being reprinted since key sections were left out when it was typeset, causing confusion. They’re highlighted in italics. Our apologies to writer Ted Klassen. Dear Editor, Let’s talk about the newly proposed sports arena. Sylvan Lake needs to replace our now condemned curling rink and we also need to replace the hockey rink that, sadly, lost its roof. These two ideas are true. I wonder if we are going down the right road as we work to accomplish filling this need. Allow me to deviate just a bit. When most of the citizens of Sylvan Lake decide to choose a new home to live in, if money is easily available and not going to impact them much, I bet lots of us would choose to buy on the lake and live in a house with a swimming pool and have a nice big boat tied to our private dock. But we don’t go that route because we don’t want to go that far over our heads in debt. I ask our present mayor and council to take another look at this entire direction because what
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sibly and collected their belongings before others have to struggle to remove them in the face of rapidly deteriorating ice conditions. Please do your part to keep our lake and its environs pristine.
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what’s been brought onto the ice. We remember last year when there were just a handful of shacks or other structures left at the end of the fishing season. Our hope this year is that everyone will have acted respon-
Concluding play the fourth event of Sylvan Lake’s annual bonspiel was engaged in today, under pleasant weather conditions. Wulff’s Rocky Mountain House rink won the event, defeating in turn Robertson, Benalto; Neely, Sylvan Lake; Forhan, Eckville
if the taxpayers in Sylvan Lake don’t want to go this much farther into debt. The new sports arena is going to cost around $20 million. That is money we just don’t have right now so we are going to have to borrow. Since we are going to replace our curling rink and our hockey rink now, why not put it to a plebiscite so the taxpayers of Sylvan Lake can make the decision as to how much we are prepared to spend to do this. Just put it in our utility statement next month and everyone will be able to answer yes or no to this $20 million venture. But give us the facts so we can make a good decision. Let us know how much extra each business and household in Sylvan Lake are going to have to pay each year for the next five or 10 years. If the answer is a majority ‘yes’, then we go ahead. But if the answer is a majority ‘no’, then we need to look at alternative ways to accomplish the same thing. Here is one alternative. We already know that a new six-sheet curling rink constructed on the same site as the old one
and Hambly, Benalto in the finals. ♦ ♦ ♦ Over 20 Veterans of World War I and II met in the W. I. hall on Sunday afternoon to discuss an offer made by The Sylvan Lake Improvement Society. The Improvement Society, in effect, gives to the War Veterans for their own use, their property adjoining the Municipal office. Veterans present expressed their appreciation of this very generous offer. Organization followed so that the offer could be officially accepted. The following officers were then elected: President, Charles S. Palmer; Vicepresident, D. McCutcheon; Secretarytreas., Michael Fisher; executive, Robert Speedie and Doug. Wyatt.
now stands on would cost $3.5 million. We also know that to build only the curling ice area with its covered structure would cost $1.5 million. The ice area is pretty much the same as would be required to house and replace our fallen hockey rink. What I am saying is, we could spend $3.5 million for the new curling rink and $1.5 million for the new hockey rink. This way still gives Sylvan Lake community a new curing rink and a new hockey rink. We can afford $5 million and, furthermore, this way would probably give us our new facilities far sooner, possible even within one year instead of the two or three being mentioned for the construction time required to complete the much more complex $20 million arena. I think town council should find out what the voters want. Please, let us decide. Ted Klassen, Sylvan Lake
The offer of the Improvement Society, which included a substantial cash donation (to be used for redecorating, etc.) was then gratefully accepted. A 25 year lease will be prepared.
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The basketball season is over. With that ending, a happy note for the junior high girls team. They won the league championship. ♦ ♦ ♦ One of the largest Ladies’ bonspiels ever held at Sylvan Lake finished last Wednesday. Thirty-two rinks were entered from Calgary, Red Deer, Ponoka, Eckville, Markerville, Rocky Mountain House, Lousana and Sylvan Lake.
♦ ♦ ♦ Sylvan Lake Fish and Game’s annual bonspiel and quilting party was held Feb. 26. During the event a number of prizes were presented for curling, a quilt, other draws as well as trophies for various fish and game species. ♦ ♦ ♦ Mrs. Bill Piller was the lucky winner of $160 on the Robin Hood “What’s the Song” program Feb. 28. ♦ ♦ ♦ Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Stephens have returned after a two month holiday touring the U. S. and old Mexico. They visited historical places in Mexico City, Cuernavaca, Taxaco and enjoyed very much the beautiful parks and ancient monuments. They visited the Alamo and museum in San Antonio.
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Huge - The crowd of students, teachers and guests at École Fox Run School’s Spirit Rally was too large to get everyone in the picture when they posed with ‘Krafty’ the Sylvan Lake Hockeyville banner, Monday afternoon, but here’s a large contingent of them.
Tossed - Graham Parsons and Mayor Sean McIntyre were the winners of the
cheese puff tossing contest as they competed against Cris Ferguson throwing to Jager Pon, Kayla Rosie throwing to Kamryn Mollins and Danielle Boetcher throwing to Shelby Joliceur, during École Fox Run School’s spirit rally Monday. Parsons perfected the bobbing head movement to capture more of the cheese puffs than the others, much to the delight of the audience.
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Won - Results of the cheese puff toss were judged by Vice Principal Darren Pickering at École Fox Run School’s spirit rally Monday. Competitors included Shelby Joliceur, Kamryn Mollins, Jagar Pon and Graham Parsons. Winning were Graham Parsons and his pitcher Mayor Sean McIntyre.
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Employment Opportunities EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO COUNCIL Reporting to the CAO, this position is responsible for senior administrative support for the Mayor and Council, including preparation and execution of Council meeting agendas and minutes. This will include flexibility of hours depending on the requirements of the position. Responsibilities: . Preparation and execution of Council agendas including tracking of future Council items, organizing the bi-weekly agenda meeting, and preparing and distributing the agenda . Attend all Council meetings, record minutes, and ensure thorough distribution for follow up and action plans. . Administration of bylaws and policy development and attend to their drafting, amendments and adoptions. Maintain the bylaw registry database. . Provide administrative support to Mayor, Council and CAO including coordinating government, business and public meetings drafting correspondence and travel and accommodation booking. . Management of municipal elections, census and petitions . Maintain current structure and appointment for Boards and Committees. . Attend public functions to ensure smooth flow of responsibilities for Mayor and Council. Qualifications: . Post secondary education in Business Administration program complimented with paralegal program or experience. . Minimum of 5 years related experience in a municipal setting or comparable environment. . High degree of personal initiative, organization skills, integrity, professionalism, confidentiality and political sensitivity. . Proven ability to diffuse conflict situations. . Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products. . Ability to make decisions regarding schedules of Mayor and Council. . Maintain excellent relationships with staff, peer, Council and public at all times. . Willing to work flexible hours. . Strong ability to work in a team environment. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefits package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence specifying the position you are applying for by March 23, 2014 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca This position will stay open until a suitable candidate is found.
The Healthy Family Home Visitor Program is a joint initiative funded by Family Services of Central Alberta and the Town of Sylvan Lake. Healthy Families is a free home visitation program designed to support new parents by providing information on parenting, child development, and parent – child (0 – 5 years of age) interactions. This individual will work closely with a team leader/supervisor, public health nurse, other care providers and the family to assess needs and create goals and strategies to support the healthy development of the family. The Healthy Families Home Visitor will initiate and maintain regular (at least weekly) support with families. Hours and days of work will vary depending on program need. Responsibilities: . Complete family assessment during home visits. . Conduct home visits throughout the community cluster. . Connecting the family with community resources. . Document specific information, forward required information to Regional Office. . Contact the family to offer the program, and acting as a liaison until home visiting begins. . Model and teach appropriate behaviors such as communication, conflict management, problem solving, and decision making and non-abusive behavior management. Qualifications: . Degree or diploma in human services is favorable (equivalencies to post-secondary degree/diploma will be considered). . Training or experience in a related area. (Eg. Early Childhood, social work) . Training or experience in working with families and children. . Must possess a valid Alberta Driver’s license and reliable vehicle. . Must have receptive, sensitive, non-judgmental personalities to establish the rapport to provide effective services. . Training or experience in case management and documentation. . Provision of an acceptable Criminal Record check and Vulnerable Sector Check. . Knowledge of community resources for families and children. . Willing to work flexible hours. . Good oral and written communication. Positive persistence in connecting with hard-to-reach families. . Strong ability to work in a team environment. . Knowledge of Child Intervention regulations and reporting requirements. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and a tremendous work environment. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence by March 30, 2014 to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca This position will stay open until a suitable candidate is found. RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURE MANAGER Responsibilities: . Responsible for the planning, management and implementation of short-term and yearly operating plans including development of yearly and three-year operating budgets . Responsible for the planning, management and implementation of all Operating & Capital Projects for the Department, including the creation of work plans and follow up reporting . Responsible for the overall management of the day-to-day operations of the Recreation, Parks & Culture Department . Development of Department Policies, Operating Procedures, and Emergency Management Procedures . Promote, support and enforce the Town Health & Safety Policy and Procedures and Provincial Occupational Health & Safety Act requirements . Responsible to be the liaison and/or resource to other department, recreation groups, community groups, and consultants to promote and further enhance the recreation, parks and cultural opportunities within the community . Responsible to research grant opportunities and complete applications, reports and budgets as required . Build strong customer focused teams with a passion for excellence.
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Qualifications: . Recreation/Sports Administration Degree or Diploma . Minimum of 5 years of progressively responsible,management experience in the recreation field. . Proven ability to lead a department and build strong teams . Ability to forecast, build a budget and adhere to an annual budget . Skills in project planning and ensuring projects meet the projected timelines and budgets . Worktech experience is an asset. . Tremendous customer service skills This is a terrific opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. You have a strong desire to be major contributor to the success of a vibrant and growing organization. If you are up to the challenge of taking ownership and wanting to make a difference, this is an ideal situation. We offer competitive rates and an excellent benefits package, including a wellness component. If this position intrigues you, please submit your resume in confidence specifying which position you are applying for by March 30, 2014, to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURE OPERATOR 1 (3 POSITIONS REQUIRED) Seasonal – April 1 – Sept 30, 2014 Responsibilities (Facility Maintenance): . Ability to assist in the making of artificial ice and knowledge of ice maintenance procedures. . The ability to operate ice making machinery and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. . To perform basic preventative and regular maintenance on ice making maintenance equipment. . The knowledge and background to take artificial ice plant readings and to understand their association with the ice plant. . To perform all necessary janitorial tasks that are required to maintain a safe, healthy and efficient environment for all patrons. . To record all tasks performed during each shift. . Provide excellent customer service in order to supervise arena patrons in a professional manner at all times and to ensure patrons observe facility rules and regulations. Responsibilities (Parks and Grounds Maintenance): . Knowledge and ability to operate all turf and grounds maintenance equipment, and landscaping tools in a safe and efficient manner. . Mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on all equipment. . To assist in the supervision of temporary summer staff so that they perform all tasks in a thorough, safe and professional manner. Qualifications: . Grade 12 or equivalent. . Standard First Aid/CPR Certification. . WHMIS Training. . Valid Driver’s License – Minimum Class 5. . Arena Operator Level 1 or equivalent experience - Level 2 Ice Technician training an asset. . Basic knowledge of turf and grounds maintenance equipment. . Parks and Sportsfield Operator experience an asset. . Excellent communication and public relations skills. . Ability to work effectively in a team environment. . Strong written and verbal communication skills. . Must be able to work with minimum supervision. This is a great opportunity to begin and/or further your career in the Parks and Recreation field! We have tremendous experience in our department with a proven ability to train and mentor employees! We offer an excellent wage rates and a great work environment. Please submit a cover letter and resume indicating the position you are applying for by 4:00 PM on March 24, 2014, to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca
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5012 48 Avenue | www.sylvanlake.ca | 403.887.2141
Employment Opportunities RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURE OPERATOR III
(Permanent, Full Time) Responsibilities: The primary role of this position is to lead crews in both the winter and summer months and ensure a high level of customer service. Additional responsibilities will include: . The ability to operate ice making machinery and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. . To perform preventative and regular maintenance on ice making maintenance equipment. . Provide excellent customer service in all Recreation and Parks areas, dealing with items in a professional manner at all times and to ensure users / patrons observe parks and facility rules and regulations. . Knowledge and ability to operate all turf and grounds maintenance equipment in a safe and efficient manner. . Mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on all equipment. . To help develop and maintain a grounds and turf maintenance schedule. Qualifications: . Grade 12 or equivalent. . Standard First Aid/CPR Certification and WHMIS Training. . Valid Driver’s License – Minimum Class 5, Class 3 an asset. . Strong overall understanding of Recreation and Parks Operation as it pertains to a municipal environment. . Good understanding and knowledge of turf and grounds maintenance equipment. . Excellent communication and public relations skills. . Ability to work effectively in a team environment. . Supervisory/Lead Hand experience. As indicated above, the primary requirement of this role is the leadership and supervisory component – we are willing to provide technical training for the successful candidate. This is an amazing opportunity to work in a professional, team focused environment. We offer a competitive wage plus an excellent employee benefit package including a wellness component. This position will remain open until the role is filled. All successful applicants will be contacted for an interview. Please indicate the position you are applying for and submit cover letter and resumes to: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: 403-887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca RECREATION, PARKS & CULTURE OPERATOR 1
(2 Permanent, Full Time Positions Available) Responsibilities (Facility Maintenance): . Ability to assist in the making of artificial ice and knowledge of ice maintenance procedures. . The ability to operate ice making machinery and equipment in a safe and efficient manner. . To perform basic preventative and regular maintenance on ice making maintenance equipment. . The knowledge and background to take artificial ice plant readings and to understand their association with the ice plant. . To perform all necessary janitorial tasks that are required to maintain a safe, healthy and efficient environment for all patrons. . To record all tasks performed during each shift. . Provide excellent customer service in order to supervise arena patrons in a professional manner at all times and to ensure patrons observe facility rules and regulations. Responsibilities (Parks & Grounds Maintenance): . Knowledge and ability to operate all turf and grounds maintenance equipment, and landscaping tools in a safe and efficient manner. . Mechanical knowledge and ability to perform minor repairs and preventative maintenance on all equipment. . To assist in the supervision of temporary summer staff so that they perform all tasks in a thorough, safe and professional manner.
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Qualifications: . Grade 12 or equivalent. . Standard First Aid/CPR Certification. . WHMIS Training. . Valid Driver’s License – Minimum Class 5, Class 3 an asset. . Arena Operator Level 1 or equivalent experience - Level 2 Ice Technician training an asset. . Basic knowledge of turf and grounds maintenance equipment. . Parks and Sportsfield Operator experience an asset. . Excellent communication and public relations skills. . Ability to work effectively in a team environment. . Strong written and verbal communication skills. . Must be able to work with minimum supervision.
Completed proposals must be received at:
This is a great opportunity to begin and/or further your career in the Parks and Recreation field! We have tremendous experience in our department with a proven ability to train and mentor employees! We offer a competitive wage and an excellent employee benefit package including a wellness component. If you are interested in working in a fun and rewarding environment, please submit a cover letter and resume indicating the position you are applying for by 4:00 PM on March 24, 2014, to:
All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to: Mr. Dave Kelham Town of Sylvan Lake Tel: 403.887.2141 (8am – 4:30pm)
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 Attention: Human Resources Fax: (403) 887-3660 E-mail: dscott@sylvanlake.ca All successful candidates will be interviewed.
Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1G6 no later than Wednesday, April 9th at 2:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted. Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Proposal for 2014 New Water Well Study”. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted.
Development Permits TAKE NOTICE THAT on or before March 10, 2014 the Development Officer for the Town of Sylvan Lake approved the following application(s):
Request for Proposals The Public Works Department is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide General Engineering Services to the Town. These services would include, but not be limited to Development, Transportation and Utilities. Documents will be available from the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48th Avenue during normal office hours or through an e-mail request to Project Manager, David Kelham at dkelham@sylvanlake.ca on and after Tuesday, March 18th, 2014. Completed proposals must be received at: Town of Sylvan Lake 5012 – 48th Avenue Sylvan Lake AB T4S 1G6 no later than Wednesday, April 2nd at 2:00 p.m., Mountain Standard Time. Late proposals will not be accepted. Proposals must be presented or delivered in sealed packages, clearly marked “Proposal for Engineering Services”. Faxed or other electronically transmitted proposals will not be accepted. All inquiries related to this Request for Proposal shall be directed to: Mr. Dave Kelham Town of Sylvan Lake Tel: 403.887.2141 (8am – 4:30pm) The Public Works Department is seeking proposals from qualified engineering firms to provide Engineering services to complete the following study: 2014 New Water Well Study The Town requires a complete groundwater feasibility investigation to determine the availability of suitable volumes and quality of potable water for addition to the Town’s present licensed allocations. A detailed hydro-geological report will be needed for submission to AENV for reviews and approvals to obtain additional groundwater license(s). The proponent will have to give recommendations & order of magnitude cost estimates required for development of any suitable opportunities for which approvals can be obtained. Documents will be available from the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48th Avenue during normal office hours or through an e-mail request to Project Manager, David Kelham at dkelham@sylvanlake.ca on and after Tuesday, March 18th, 2014.
RYDERS RIDGE Falcon Homes Ltd. for a single family dwelling, attached garage & deck on Lot 13, Block 2, Plan 132-5350 (4274 Ryders Ridge Boulevard) Luke Jones for a single family dwelling, deck & secondary suite on Lot 198, Block 7, Plan 132-3636 (81 Reynolds Road) CRESTVIEW Somerset Homes for a single family dwelling, attached garage, deck & basement development on Lot 41, Block 3, Plan 132-3103 (75 Cole Way) BEACON HILL Laebon Developments Ltd. for a single family dwelling, attached garage & deck on Lot 32, Block 12, Plan 122-4336 (12 Bowman Circle) FIELDSTONE True-Line Contracting for a single family dwelling, attached garage, deck & basement development on Lot 104, Block 3, Plan 062-7189 (67 Fieldstone Way) STREETS Julie Racine for a detached garage on Lot 20, Block 2, Plan 792-1632 (15 Willow Street) AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT you may appeal Discretionary approvals to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, as provided for in Part 17, of the Municipal Government Act. Written statements relevant to the development and reasons for the appeal may be submitted to the Town of Sylvan Lake, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, 5012 48 Avenue, Sylvan Lake, AB T4S 1G6 within 14 days following this publication. You may not appeal a Permitted Use unless it involves a relaxation, variation or misinterpretations of the Land Use Bylaw. For further information please contact the Development Officer at 864-5557. Dated at Sylvan Lake, Alberta, this 13th day of March, 2014. Development Officer, Town of Sylvan Lake
Invitation to Tender GRANULAR MATERIALS The Public Works Division is tendering for the supply of granular materials (wash rock, pit run, and gravel) delivered to the Municipal Operations Yard in the following minimum quantities: • 20 mm crush gravel - 3000 tonnes • 150 mm pit run - 600 tonnes • 25 mm wash rock - 400 tonnes Tender packages, including specifications, are available at the Municipal Operations Building located at 1 Industrial Drive. This tender opportunity closes at 2:00 P.M. on March 18, 2014. Inquiries may be made to Public Works 403.887.2800.
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5012 48 Avenue | www.sylvanlake.ca | 403.887.2141 NOTICE OF INTENT TO PASS A BYLAW TO AMEND THE WATER/SEWER BYLAW FOR THE TOWN OF SYLVAN LAKE Bylaw #1636/2014 First reading: February 24, 2014 The Council of the Town of Sylvan Lake intends to pass a bylaw to amend the Water/Sewer Bylaw to provide for a rate increase for bulk water, at the bulk water filling station, to $6.00 per cubic metre. Public comments regarding the proposed Bylaw will be heard on Monday, March 24, 2014 at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Government Building at 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake, Alberta. 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 Office no later than 4:30 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Further information: A copy of the proposed Bylaw and any related documents can be seen during regular office hours from 8:00 a.m. to 12 noon and 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Municipal Government Building located at 5012 48th Avenue, Sylvan Lake or by visiting our website at www.sylvanlake.ca
The Sylvan Lake & District Lions Club wishes to thank all the donors who contributed to the success of our 2014 Flight Night and helping us sponsor children with disabilities to attend Camp HeHoHa this summer. • A & E Hearing Care/ Unitron Canada • Ad Lib Marketing • Alliance Custom Fabrication • Alta Chiropractic Clinic • Arayah’s Hair Design & Tanning Studio • Armor Well Servicing Ltd • ATB Financial • B & T Auto Body Service • Baywash Car Wash/ Detailing • Best Body Fitness • Blackrain Energy Services Ltd • Blue Arrow Communications • Bluewater Compressor Services • Body Aware Wellness Centre • Booster Juice • Boston Pizza • Brenda Faye’s Fashion • C.B. Rockets Detail Deluxe • Canadian Tire • Canadian Wellhead Isolation • Cast-Away Sports • Chad Smoke Shop • CIBC • Clearview Glass Service Ltd • Cobbs Clothing Ltd • Comfort Inn & Suites • CP Water Hauling • Denise Bignold
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Dick Marriott DTS Building Systems Eclectica Home Décor Eric Allison /Jazz at the Lake • Everything H20 Ltd • Falcon Homes Ltd • Guy’s & Doll’s Hair Studio • Horizon Marine Services Ltd • Janet & Janes Med Spa • Joey’s Only Seaford • Lafarge North America • Lake City Services • Lakeside Insurance Ltd • Lakeway Liquor • Lakewood Golf Resort • Lyd-Von Inspection Services • M & M Meat Shops • Meadowlands Golf Club • Milano Granite Gallery Ltd • NAPA Auto Parts • NAPA AutoPro – Sylvan Lake • Nexsource Power Inc • Nomads Clothing • OK Tires • Pier 7 • Prairie Dawgs Pet Supply • Print Wizards • Rainy Daze Medi Spa • Rapid Auto Solutions • RC Biosolutions Ltd • Redcore Enterprises Ltd • Rona Lakeside • Rotor-Tech Canada Ltd • Saks Shoes
Community spirit harnessed Dear Editor, I want to say what an honour it is to serve my home town as Mayor of Sylvan Lake! At the forefront of my mind a-midst all of our Hockeyville fever, is knowledge that this effort, these votes, are simply a sign of our community spirit and our willingness to work together for our community! I’m thankful to be among the Sylvan Lakers involved in this effort, and I’m reminded again of the spirit of the town I know and love! I want to encourage everyone to keep up the great work as the Hockeyville competition carries on through the month of March, and the winner is announced on April 5th. I believe Sylvan Lake is Hockeyville, AND we are so much more! After the competition ends we run straight into National Volunteer Week and the Leader of Tomorrow Awards in April, Victoria Day in the month of
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May which is Sylvan Lake’s unofficial start of summer, 1913 Days in June, Canada Day celebrations in July, Jazz At The Lake in August and so on, and so on. Our town and our 13,015+ residents are diverse, passionate and strong! I’m happy to celebrate our hockey roots and that Sylvan Lake can pull together for this cause. We will continue to celebrate all the things that make our community an amazing place to live and grow. For those of you voting Sylvan Lake for Hockeyville, THANK YOU for your support! Please continue voting as the competition continues, knowing that whatever the outcome may be, we are all in this together! Together we are showing the rest of Canada and the world, that when Sylvan Lakers face adversity our community comes out stronger and more united! Proud to be a Sylvan Laker, Sean McIntyre, Mayor, Town Of Sylvan Lake
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Just three calls in past two weeks Following are calls responded to by Sylvan Lake’s volunteer firefighters, during the two weeks ending March 3. Tuesday, Feb. 18 - 4:37 p.m. - structure fire (in attached garage of house), 44th Street. Thursday, Feb. 27 - 10:53 a.m. motor vehicle collision with building, Sylvan Lake Business Solutions, Hewlett Park Landing. Thursday, Feb. 27 - 9:05 p.m. alarm, no fire, 46th Street. Like Sylvan Lake Fire Department on Facebook to see a variety of fire prevention tips and other information on a regular basis.
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15 year old charged in armed robbery BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
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- In celebration of local heroes, Grade 2 and 3 students from Lighthouse Christian Academy braved frigid temperatures recently to spread the love by taking baking and encouraging notes to the RCMP and Victim Services Unit. We cherish all the RCMP staff do to make our community safe by using their gifts and abilities to make a positive difference in the lives of others. The group included, Luke Wilson, Xaven Stelmack, Montana Beattie, Nicholas Olson, Taylor Smith, Jayden Hiebert, with RCMP Cst. Mike Lee in front. JUNE PEARSON
A 15 year old male has been charged in connection with an armed robbery at Bayshore Market on Lakeshore Drive. Sylvan Lake RCMP Cpl. James Allemekinders reported they arrested the person responsible last Thursday (Mar. 6) without incident, following assistance from the public. The youth, who cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, has been charged with robbery using a firearm, pointing a firearm and
using a firearm while committing an indictable offence. He was remanded in custody and will make his next court appearance today (Thursday) in Red Deer Youth Justice Court. The robbery took place shortly after 10 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 28. In a previous news release, Allemekinders said the male entered the store brandishing a hand gun, demanded cash and left after receiving an undisclosed amount of money. No one was hurt during the robbery.
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This is a Walk–in Service The Seniors Centre 4908–50 Ave. will be open every Thursday from 9 a.m. to 12 noon and 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. for the services above.
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- Lynn Bergen and Gordon Graham were among the hard working cooks preparing pancakes during Memorial Presbyterian Church’s Shrove Tuesday pancake supper last Tuesday. STUART FULLARTON
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Glayde Ganderton, winner of a $1,000 travel voucher and $100 cash at Sylvan Lake and District Lions Flight Night Saturday, received his prize from Lions Klass van Veller and Phil Norris. PETE MOIR
Flight Night a success again this year BY PETE MOIR SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
– SERVICES THIS WEEK – sponsored by churches of sylvan lake ministerial association
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Worshipping at Seventh–day Adventist Church 4607-47 Avenue
Sunday Worship 9:30 a.m. 4:00 pm Services Last Sunday of each month. 403-877-9634 lutheranchurchsylvan@hotmail.com “Experience the unconditional love of God in Jesus Christ.” (John 3:16 SUNDAY SCHOOL 9:45 a.m.
Alliance Community Church 4404 - 47th Avenue
403-887-8811
www.sylvanlakealliance.com
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Worship Service 9:30 am & 11:00 am Sunday School during 9:30 am service Nursery provided
Senior Pastor: Rev. Kevin Haugan Associate Pastor: Rev. Jim Rilling Youth Pastor: Rev. John Haazen Children’s Ministry Coordinators: Stacia Dyck & Lindsay Haugan
Thanks to the great support from local businesses, the Sylvan Lake and District Lions Flight Night Saturday was a huge success again this year. The theme was “The Luck o’ the Irish”. The winner of this year’s $1,000 travel voucher and $100 cash was Glayde Ganderton. Also at this year’s event, Mayor Sean McIntyre and committee chairman Graham Parsons showed up to promote Sylvan Lake’s participation in the national Kraft Hockeyville competition.
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4308 - 50 Avenue 403-887-1401
Sylvan Lake Apostolic Lutheran Church
Sunday Services & Sunday School @ 10:00 am
Sunday School 10:15 am Church Services 11:30 am
3 miles south, 2 1/2 miles west of Sylvan Lake
FAITH LUTHERAN CHURCH Anglican Church
www.sylvanlake-anglican.ca
March 16 - 2nd Sunday before Lent
Memorial Presbyterian Church
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Rev. Jin Woo Kim 403-887-2416 March 16 Service
Church of the Nazarene
10:30 AM 2nd Sunday in Lent Come celebrate & share you favourite ethnic dishes following service. Sunday School & Youth | Nursery is available. memorial_office@shaw.ca www.slmpc.ca
403-887-5687 Pastor Barry Sigurdson STEFFIE WOIMA SCHOOL - 4720 - 45 AVE.
A warm welcome awaits you at your town and country church
Father Gabriel Udeh
Mass Times Parish Priest: Saturday Evening: Email: ourloa@telus.net Sylvan Lake 5:00 p.m. Sunday Morning: 5033-47a Avenue Sylvan Lake 11:00 a.m. (Last Sunday of each Administration Office: month 9:00 a.m.) Sylvan Lake 403-887-2398 Rimbey 9:00 a.m. Rimbey 403-843-2126 Weekday mass Emergency Cell: 403-963-0954 Wednesdays and Fridays 9:00am
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5020 48 Street, Sylvan Lake, AB, T4S 1C6 403-887-5702
Our Lady of the Assumption Roman Catholic Church
403-887-2460 Mainstreet, Sylvan Lake
Sunday School 9:45 am • Worship Service 11:00 am
Seventh-day Adventist Church 4607 - 47 Avenue
403-887-2604
Sabbath School 9:30 a.m. Saturday 10:45 a.m. Hour of Worship Watch Bill Santos/Mark Finley on the It Is Written TV Show, Saturdays at 11:00 a.m. on CTV. Pastor Warren Kay “Our passion is His presence, Our commitment is His will, Our pursuit is His way.”
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Our Location corner 49th St. & 50th Ave. Sunday Service at 10:30 am
Youth Services Friday at 7:00 pm Everyone is encouraged & welcomed to join us. E-mail us at: Pastors Peter & Cathryn Nash info@frontlineministries-int.com
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Hosted by Mar 2nd Doll Sisters Show rary” “Friends of Sylvan Lake Lib Thank you to our library supporters: Spinnakers
SL Legion
Tim Hortons
Doll Sisters
M & M Meats
Treena Mielke
Sobeys
Canadian Closet
Sugar Shack
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Promising actors
- Central Alberta Homeschool Players presented a musical tragedy comedy, Romeo and Harriet, during four performances at Gospel Chapel last Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The homeeducated actors, between the ages of 12 and 18, are from Sylvan Lake, Eckville, Red Deer, Sundre, Olds, Rocky Mountain House, Bentley, Airdrie and other areas throughout the region. They’d been rehearsing since January. STEVE DILLS PHOTOS
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Hafla and belly dancing enjoyed by sold out audience BY MONICA SCHMIDT SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Oops, you missed it again … It was Hafla-time at Sylvan Lake Legion, Feb. 22. Gabriellah and her daughter, Julia, made winter go away as they danced their first-ever duet in front of an electric, sold-out audience. Belly dancers from all over Central Alberta,
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Experiment
- École Fox Run School students Kerri McDougall, Avery Hamilton, Taiah Bromley-Jones, Blythe Playford and Alyssa Latschilslaw displayed a science experiment at the school’s Science Fair Feb. 13.
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Pattern Book to be reviewed over next seven months BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
During their regular meeting Monday night, Sylvan Lake councillors: • approved a work plan to review the Pattern
Book over the next seven months. The book outlines urban design guidelines which regulate development within the Waterfront Direct Control District, which is basically most of the area north of the railway tracks. Used in conjunction with the town’s Land Use Bylaw, it provides building development regulations including height, scale, massing and setbacks as well as uses and architectural character for the downtown. A timeline with the plan proposes a meeting with developers and stakeholders in April and an open house to review proposed changes in July. • approved second and third reading of a
bylaw to increase the rate at the Waste Transfer Site. Sylvan Lake residents will now pay $74 per tonne while non-residents will pay $130 per tonne to dispose of solid waste at the facility. There is a $5 minimum charge for residential waste disposal but no charge for yard waste, paint, tires, e-waste and other recyclables. The previous rates were $70 and $122 respectively. The last increase was in 2006. • awarded a contract to Miller Dickinson Blais to create an invest-
ment attraction strategy and implementation plan at a cost of $44,625 plus GST. Nine proposals were received and evaluated. They also approved a project work plan which indicates the work is aimed to “accelerate the Town of Sylvan Lake’s ability to attract investment�. The plan is to provide “short, medium and long-term projects, tools and resources that will prepare the community for industrial investment attraction as a targeted means to diversify the economy�.
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Tailgate stolen from truck domestic incidents result in charges Saturday, March 1st 1:23 a.m. – A Sylvan Lake man contacted police to report a break in to his vehicle parked outside of his residence on 49th Avenue. The vehicle was accessed through a rear sliding window and keys were stolen from the console. A few other items were also taken. An investigation is continuing. 10:51 p.m. – RCMP were called to Hazzard County Bar on 46th Street in Sylvan Lake after a report of several people fighting at that location. No weapons were seen. When police attended, the males involved in the altercation had already dispersed with no further incidents reported. Sunday, March 2nd 12:52 p.m. – A resident of Firdale Road in Sylvan Lake reported a theft from his vehicle which occurred overnight. The tailgate off of his truck was stolen. He advised that he hadn’t heard anything unusual dur-
ing the time of the incident. Monday, March 3rd 3:40 p.m. – A 35 year old Sylvan Lake male is facing charges in relation to longterm domestic abuse at a residence on Firdale Close in Sylvan Lake. The male is facing two charges of assault causing bodily harm and uttering threats against a person. The victim is a 49 year old female. Thursday, March 6th 12:01 a.m. – A domestic dispute on Hagerman Road in Sylvan Lake has resulted in a charge being laid against a 37 year old Sylvan Lake male. RCMP received a 911 call from a 28 year old female who advised that she had been pushed to the ground but that no further violence had taken place. A 7 month old baby was in the residence at the time of the incident but was not harmed. The male was taken to cells due to alcohol consumption and to protect all parties
Restricted firearms seized BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Thomas James Rowland, 32, of Sylvan Lake has been charged with two counts of unsafe storage of restricted firearms as well as one count of assault, reported RCMP Cpl. James Allemekinders. Rowland was released from custody after a bail hearing and is set to appear in Red Deer Provincial Court Mar. 26.
involved. He is charged with assault. RCMP have seized Friday, March 7th two restricted firearms 7:03 p.m. – RCMP were called to after they received an Highway 11 and Range Road 15 where a assault complaint. male was walking on the north side of the A search warrant road. A complainant advised that she was was executed at a resiconcerned the male would be hit by oncomdence on 48th Avenue ing traffic as he was difficult to see. A 30 last Friday, following year old male of no fixed address was investigation of the located by members. He was noted to be assault complaint acting erratically, refused ID and attempted which was reported to walk away. He was subsequently arrested Feb. 28. for obstruction and was held in cells overnight for his safety as he was believed to be under the Finally a new choice that could save you thousands influence of a substance. He was released without charge.
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SUMMER VILLAGE OF JARVIS BAY PUBLIC NOTICE SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD HEARING This is to advise that an appeal has been received appealing the Municipal Planning Commission’s decision of February19th, 2014 to deny the application for a development permit for construction of a residence with attached garage utilizing an unimproved lane on Lot 11, Block 1, Plan 9624242, being 163 Jarvis Bay Drive in the Summer Village of Jarvis Bay. The denial of the development permit is being appealed based on the grounds that the unimproved lane has been used and maintained by the resident for years. A Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Hearing will be held as follows: DATE: March 21, 2014 TIME: 2:00 p.m. LOCATION: Bay 8, 14 Thevenaz Industrial Trail Sylvan Lake, Alberta T4S 2J5 Documents regarding the development application, the Municipal Planning Commission’s decision, and the notice of appeal are available for public inspection at the Summer Village Administration Office. The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear the appellant or any person acting on behalf of the appellant; the development authority or a person acting on behalf of the development authority; any person who received this notice and wishes to be heard or a person acting on behalf of that person; and any other person who claims to be affected by the decision. Written submissions addressed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Secretary and received at the Administration office prior to the hearing will be submitted to the Board at the Hearing. Teri Musseau Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Secretary March 7, 2014
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Marina project defeated; then councillors waivered; will be on next agenda Council defeated a recommendation to approve the development application by a vote of 4-3 BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
A proposal to accept ‘cash in lieu’ of providing required parking stalls in a new marina development proved the breaking point for Sylvan Lake councillors Monday night. They defeated a recommendation to approve the development application by a vote of 4-3. Mayor Sean McIntyre and councillors Graham Parsons and Chris Lust voted in favour of approval while councillors Matt Prete, Megan Chernoff, Dale Plante and Jas Payne voted against. The proposal was to create 25 row houses on the marina property and maintain the existing commercial building. The proposed three storey buildings would be 36 feet in height. Approval was previously granted for a 40 unit condominium building of four storeys and 62 feet in height. That approval remains in effect until a new proposal is approved or the two year period of the approval expires. Through a complex set of calculations, town staff determined the new proposal was deficient by 11 parking stalls and proposed the town accept $5,500 per stall from the developer to be used to provide parking elsewhere in the area. This troubled councillors who spoke against the proposal. Prete said if the town took the cash they’d be accepting responsibility for providing the parking. They’ve already taken responsibility for
providing parking for trucks and trailers of people launching boats from the marina, he indicated. “I’m not prepared to take any more responsibility for providing parking stalls for that development. For $60,000, trying to find parking down there is not worth it. Developers have a right to develop but we have to balance the public interest.” Another part of the equation suggested a relaxation on the need for one parking stall for each of the 174 boat slips. Based on research of other communities when the first approval was granted, and a condition of that approval, town staff proposed granting a relaxation of parking for the marina to require one stall for every two boat slips. In the view of Plante, the biggest issue is parking and the relaxation of 2-1 on marina parking. He proposed that rather than a 50 per cent relaxation, the marina parking requirement be relaxed by 25 per cent. He agreed with fellow councillors on the deficient 11 parking stalls — that they should be provided on the site. “I find it hard to believe it’s adequate to have one parking stall for two boat slips,” he said. “The intention is to have all the boat slips sold.” He suggested that would lead to more people travelling to the marina to use their boats. Chernoff wasn’t concerned about the marina parking but was against accepting cash for the 11 stalls. Parsons supported the proposal. He indicated it’s significantly smaller than the previous proposal, providing less
“When a proposal came up a few years ago two main problems were parking and massing (size of building),” - Sean McIntyre
height and more view corridors to the lake. He felt staff had done lots of research and a good job protecting the town’s interests. “I’m in favour of it.” “When a proposal came up a few years ago two main problems were parking and massing (size of building),” said McIntyre. “When we talk about a happy medium, 36 feet feels like a happy medium. I’m happy to see a second proposal with 25 units rather than 40, that’s less impact on traffic.” Payne added, “we want to strongly encourage development without encouraging more problems. This is a wonderful development being proposed but it’s going to create problems for us, we don’t want problems. We need to hold firm the idea that cash is not going to help us find parking spots. They have to have sufficient parking.” Folllowing defeat of the motion to approve the application, Al Laplante, representing Sylvan Lake Harbour Ltd., and his associates, left council chamber, but councillors then began to wrestle with how to move forward. McIntyre tried to find consensus on what it was councillors actually wanted
from the developer. They discussed asking the developer to provide the 11 stalls required on the site, on another site within a specific distance or somewhere adjacent to the marina. “Considering that what we’re getting is significantly better than what’s been approved, I’m open to the possibility of reconsideration,” said Payne after discussion. Plante said it’s unfortunate the process didn’t allow councillors to have a presentation from the developer to get an idea of the scope of the project and have their questions answered. But he continued to state, “I don’t believe we’re doing justice in getting just the 11 (additional) parking spots on this site. Fifty per cent is extreme in terms of relaxation. I’m trying to come up with something that’s more reasonable. When you add the 11 stalls that’s way over 60 per cent.” He also noted that a lot of taxpayers up and down the street and on side streets would be inconvenienced by this relaxation. In the end, Payne waivered and asked about rescinding the motion. When told it would take a unanimous vote if a motion to rescind was made at the same meeting, he served notice he’d bring the matter up at the next meeting Mar. 24. Councillors also asked for more information on how 11 stalls could be accommodated on or near the site, after spending close to 90 minutes debating the subject.
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Weekly Game Results! For the weekend of March 6 - 9, 2014
MELCOR 4 YEAR OLD LAKERS
CASTAWAY SPORTS NOVICE LAKERS
Lakers 5 vs. Eckville 1 Player of the week: #18 Alex Mathieson
Lakers 8 vs. All About Bouncing Lakers 3 Lakers 5 vs. Rimbey 1 Player of week: Tyler Gress
YOUNG GUNS DYNAMITE LAKERS No scores submitted Player of the week:
WATTS PROJECTS DYNAMITE LAKERS Lakers 6 vs. Formula Powell LP Lakers 7 Player of the week: Camden Lund
DAIRY QUEEN DYNAMITE LAKERS Lakers 9 vs. Clive 3 Player of the week: Adam Clavier
FORMULA POWELL LP DYNAMITE LAKERS Lakers 7 vs. Watts Projects Lakers 6 Lakers 9 vs. Lacombe 13 Player of the week: Ryder Selbee
TERRYS LEASE MAINTENANCE NOVICE LAKERS No scores submitted
ALL ABOUT BOUNCING NOVICE LAKERS Lakers 3 vs. Castaway Sports Lakers 8 Player of the week: Delainey Hobbs
DIVERSIFIED PRODUCTS NOVICE LAKERS
SERVUS CREDIT UNION ATOM LAKERS
BARNZEE MIDGET LAKERS
No scores submitted
No scores submitted
ETR PEEWEE LAKERS
HOCKEY CENTRAL MIDGET LAKERS
Lakers 11 vs. Lacombe 3 Lakers 12 vs. Lacombe 0 Player of the week: Parents for all their support this season!
Placed 2nd in league season
No scores submitted
STRATEGIS GROUP ATOM LAKERS Lakers 1 vs. Stettler 7 Lakers 4 vs. Stettler 4 Player of the week: Taylor Wilson
CO-OPERATORS INSURANCE ATOM LAKERS Lakers 7 vs. Lacombe 3 Lakers 6 vs. Lacombe 2 Player of the week: Kalem Lindberg
No scores submitted
TRILLIANT PEEWEE LAKERS
SYLVAN LAKE AGENCIES ATOM LAKERS
Lakers 1 vs. Okotoks 2 Lakers 5 vs. Okotoks 2 Player of the week: Walker Stevenson
Lakers 6 vs. Red Deer 7 Lakers 3 vs. Red Deer 7 Player of the week: Jordan Coady
COMFORT INN PEEWEE LAKERS
SCOTIA BANK PEEWEE LAKERS No scores submitted
NORDIC SYSTEM MIDGET LAKERS
SYLVAN CONCRETE BANTAM LAKERS
No games Player of the week: Thank you coaches Brent Bott and Scott Townsend!
Player of the week: Kris Lindberg (SLMH Announcer)
MIDGET 2 LAKERS
REDCORE BANTAM LAKERS
Lakers 5 vs. Rocky 4 Onto 2nd round of playoffs
Lakers 0 vs. Carose 4 Lakers 2 vs. Camrose 4 Player of the week: Brett Porter
BOSTON PIZZA FEMALE LAKERS Thanks to coaches Darcy, Dan, Don and Chad for their hard work as we head into playoffs!
SYLVAN TRUCK RANCH BANTAM LAKERS Lakers 5 vs. Maskwacis 6 Lakers 3 vs. Maskwacis 9 Player of the week: Sam Stacey
BIG BEAR ENERGY FEMALE LAKERS Placed 2nd in tournament 2-0-0 Player of the week: Parents
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THURSDAY, MARCH 13, 2014
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Sylvan Lake Skippers now open to adults; kids registration full BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS A new skipping club in Sylvan Lake has quickly garnered membership with strong numbers as it prepares to enter its second year. Sylvan Lake Skippers, led by coaches Bruce and Cynthia Morton, met for the club’s first session of the year this week, with kids and adult classes taking place at École Fox Run School yesterday and tomorrow (Friday), respectively. Following a successful inaugural season, Cynthia Morton is again expecting another busy year for the club. “Our very first session in the summer of last year was absolutely amazing,” she said. “We had over 20 kids registered, and this session is going to be our biggest session yet with nearly 30 kids.” While the already fully booked kids session is back by popular demand, the adult session is new, and is aimed at “anyone who wants to lose weight, keep in shape, or even just to have a little bit of fun”, according to Morton. “Our adult club is strictly adults only,” she said. “There are no children allowed.
This way they can get away not only to enjoy something that their kids enjoy, but without the prying eyes of kids.” The activity may also appeal to adults who have trouble finding time to go to the gym, she added. “I understand how hard it is to try and get out,” she said. “(Skipping) is a great form of exercise.” The Mortons began the club last year after they witnessed their own children using improper techniques while skipping outside. Having previously been in a skipping club, Cynthia Morton felt it would be wise to enrol her own children in one, before learning that no such club existed in Sylvan Lake. It was then that she and her husband decided to start their own. Their classes comprise a mixture of both girls and boys, and are often split into two groups: one for experienced skippers, the other for those new to the activity. Skippers then advance through levels, and with progress become more adept at carrying out trickier feats. “We start with the basics, making sure you know how to safely turn the rope without hurting yourself, and making sure
that you understand how to keep your feet and legs in proper posture so you don’t get hurt,” said Morton. “Then later, we go into tricks and crossovers, and of course those are a lot more advanced.” The club only has a few students at that advanced level. Morton hopes there will be more by the end of the next session. Although skipping provides many benefits to a person’s physical health, having fun is Sylvan Lake Skippers’ primary goal. According to Morton, it’s one the club has been able to achieve. “We have an awesome bunch of kids. They are so phenomenal,” she said. “We hand out awards as they come, but we definitely don’t push it. “It’s more about having fun that anything.” While registration for kids classes is now closed, registration for adult classes is ongoing. The latter are also open on a drop-in basis, although, for health and safety reasons, registration in advance is preferred. Both classes will be held once a week for the next seven weeks. For more information, contact Morton at 403-8877808, or visit www.skippingthroughsylvan.com.
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Murdoch, Carson, Moore represented Nauticals at Western Canadian Championships BY VINCE CARSON SPECIAL TO SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Intense
- Watched by teammate Laker Aaron Miettinen (10), Kane Frasier (11) grabbed for a loose ball just outside the key while Kade Garritty (12) kept an eye on the action during the home team’s win over Olds in the Chinooks Edge JV boys championship basketball game Tuesday night. The Lakers claimed the title with a 66-55 win. STEVE DILLS
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HIGH PRAIRIE SUPER A in Alberta is currently recruiting for: for Stiff Boom Picker/Crane MEAT MANAGER. valid drivers licence Reporting directly to the w/clean abstract required. SPRING START Store Manager, the Meat possibility of owing Starting at Manager is responsible for percentage of truck. • Community Support all aspects of managing a Email resume to $12 per hour Worker Program department, including pickerservices@gmail.com Shift begins at 8:30 am cutting meat. You will have LOOKING FOR • Women in the Trades a working knowledge of This weekend work required Oilfield Maintenance Program gross margins, expense paper is Labourer /Swamper control and have the ability Resume faxed to Must have safety tickets. • Math and Science for to maintain positive rela403-887-2598 or No experience necessary. the Trades Program tions with employees and Will train. Fax resume to dropped off in person to customers. 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Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills are Oilfield essential. The ability to Sylvan Lake provide a Clean Security Clearance is required. If you are interested in a rewarding, challenging career; if you can provide (In-store) creative solutions through team problem solving while focusing on providing • Must be qualified with own WCB excellent customer service, coverage and equipment. we would like to hear from Ensign is looking for Assistant Drillers, Drillers, Night Tour you: Sean Lee • Previous commercial painting reference Pushes, and Rig Managers for our Australian Division. - Store Manager, High required. Prairie Super A, Recruiter’s will be in Nisku March 31- April 9th to conduct 4920 - 53 Ave., High Prairie, AB, T0G 1E0. Email: Contact Store Manager for appointment to view. interviews. 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Performing routine maintenance jobs and repairs including troubleshooting on heating, cooling, ventilation systems; minor repairs to plumbing, electrical, appliances, & furniture. Handle minor painting, repairing drywall, and building upkeep. Provide oversight of outside contracted repair companies. Preference will be given to candidates with previous institutional maintenance experience.
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Buy & Sell #1500 - #1990 Aircraft ..............................1510 Antiques & Art ..................1520 Auctions ............................1530 Bicycles ............................1540 Building Supplies ..............1550 Business Machines ..........1560 Cameras & Accessories ..1570 Children’s Items ................1580 Clothing ............................1590 Computers ........................1600 Concert & Event Tickets ..1610 Equipment - Misc. ............1620 Equipment - Heavy ..........1630 Tools ................................1640 Farmers’ Market & Food Basket......................1650 Firewood ..........................1660 Lumber ............................1670 Garden Supplies ..............1680 Lawn Tractors ..................1690 Health, Dietary, Beauty ....1700 Household Appliances......1710 Household Furnishings ....1720 TV’s, Stereos, VCR’s ........1730 Hot Tubs & Accessories ..1740 Jewellery ..........................1750 Kid’s Deals........................1755 Misc. For Sale ..................1760 Musical Instruments..........1770 Music Lessons..................1780 Piano & Organs ................1790 Office Supplies ................1800 Pets & Supplies ................1810 Pet Services ....................1820 Cats ..................................1830 Dogs ................................1840 Sports Cards ....................1850 Sporting Goods ................1860 Collectors’ Items ..............1870 Swap, Barter & Trade ......1880 Travel Packages ..............1900 Wedding Supplies ............1910 Recycled Products............1920 Wanted to Buy ..................1930 Items to Give Away ..........1940
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WARD’S AUCTIONS - Antiques/Estate Auction. Sunday, March 16, 10 a.m. 11802 - 145 St., Edmonton. 780-451-4549. Viewing Friday, March 14, 4 - 7. Online bidding and pictures at www.WardsAuctions.com. Taking consignments now for spring Firearms Auctions. Central Alberta’s Largest Car Lot in Classifieds
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METAL ROOFING & SIDING. Very competitive prices! Largest colour selection in Western Canada. Available at over 25 Alberta Distribution Locations. 40 Year Warranty. Call 1-888-263-8254. STEEL BUILDING SALE. “Big Year End Clear Out Continued!� 20x20 $3,915. 25x28 $4, 848. 30x32 $6,339. 32x34 $7,371. 40x50 $12,649. 47x68 $16,691. One end wall included. Pioneer Steel 1-800-668-5422; www.pioneersteel.ca. STEEL BUILDINGS/ METAL BUILDINGS 60% off! 20x28, 30x40, 40x62, 45x90, 50x120, 60x150, 80x100, sell for balance owed! Call 1-800-457-2206; www. crownsteelbuildings.ca
Firewood
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Semi loads of pine, spruce, tamarack, poplar. Price depends on location. Lil Mule Logging 403-318-4346
Garden Supplies
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COLORADO BLUE SPRUCE: $1.49/each for a box of 270 ($402.30). Also full range of trees, shrubs, cherries & berries. Free shipping. Replacement guarantee. 1-866-873-3846 or treetime.ca.
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DOGGY STYLE Small Dog Pet Grooming Service Is now up & running Service area : RMH to RD Based out of: Eckville. Chelsie 403-844-5826 Classifieds...costs so little Saves you so much!
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CHURCHILL BELUGA WHALE TOUR. Experience Canada’s north, it’s wildlife and fur trade history on this Hudson Bay weekend. Departs Calgary on Aug. 2. 1-866-460-1415; www. classiccanadiantours.com.
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FIREARMS. All types wanted, estates, collections, single items, military. We handle all paperwork & transportation. Licensed dealer. 1-866-960-0045; www.dollars4guns.com.
Agricultural #2000 - #2290 Farm Equipment ..............2010 Haying Equipment ............2020 Tractors ............................2030 Combines & Headers ......2040 Fertilizer Equipment..........2050 Misc. Farm Machinery ......2060 Equipment Wanted ..........2070 Farm Custom Work ..........2080 Farm Auctions ..................2090 Livestock ..........................2100 Livestock - Exotic..............2110 Sheep ..............................2120 Poultry ..............................2130 Horses ..............................2140 Horse Boarding ................2150 Riding Supplies ................2160 Horse/Stock Trailers ........2170 Pasture Wanted ................2180 Grain, Feed, Hay ..............2190 Seed Grain ......................2200 Seeding & Tillage ............2210
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FLATLAND RANCH has on offer yearling and 2 year old Gelbvieh Bulls. We have been selling reputable bulls for 15 years Chuck 403-854-6270 FOR SALE. Simmeron Simmentals, fullblood full Fleckvieh yearling bulls, polled and horned, A.I. bloodlines, very quiet, muscled. Website: simmeronranch.ca. Martin 780-913-7963. PUREBRED red and black Angus bulls. 1 and 2 year olds. Semen tested and delivered. Vicwin farms 403-784-3517, 403-318-7363.
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Farms/ Land
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Grain, Feed Hay
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HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola. Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed. Buying damaged or offgrade grain. “On Farm Pickup� Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252.
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2 Bed/2 Bath 1000 sq ft Condo $ 1175/month PLUS D.D. A must see, fully upgraded, one level, large master, parking, fireplace.
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Realtors & Services..........4010 Houses for Sale................4020 Houses Wanted ................4030 Condos/Townhouses ........4040 Acreages ..........................4050 Acreages Wanted ............4060 Farms/Land ......................4070 Farms/Land Wanted ........4080 Manufactured/ Mobile Homes ..................4090 Income Property ..............4100 Commercial Property ......4110 Industrial Property ............4120 Cottages/Resort Property ..4130 Businesses for Sale..........4140 Buildings for Sale ............4150 Lots for Sale ....................4160 Out of Town Property ......4170 Investment Opportunities ..4180 Mortgages Bought/Sold....4190
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BACHELOR SUITES FOR RENT ranging $550-$650 $300 d.d. All rooms above Hazzard County Bar & Grill. Call 403-887-5235 ask for Char
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Financial #4400 - #4430 Investments ......................4410 Money Wanted ................4420 Money to Loan ................4430
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DO YOU NEED to borrow money - Now? If you own a home or real estate, Alpine Credits will lend you money - It’s that simple. 1-877-486-2161.
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PREOWNED 1856 SQ FT Modular Office for sale. 5 offices, 1.5 bathrooms, kitchen, reception and ample storage space. $120,000. Must be moved. Phone 1-877-504-5005; www.jandelhomes.com.
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UNITED HOMES CANADA has a selection of pre-owned homes available now! 1-800-461-7632; www. unitedhomescanada.com. 1991 Triple E 16 X 76, $39,000.; 1997 SRI 16 X 76, $42,000.; 455 ACRES 2003 SRI 16 X 76, AGRICULTURAL $75,000.; land, 12 mi. E. of Ponoka, 2002 SRI 20 X 76, 1 mi. off pavement, good $120,000. surface lease revenue. Call today to arrange viewing. Inquire with your name and address to: Box 1079, c/o Red Deer Advocate, 2950 Bremner Ave., Red Deer, Ab T4R 1M9
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Automotive Services ........5010 Antique & Classic Autos ....5020 Cars ..................................5030 SUV’s................................5040 Trucks ..............................5050 Heavy Trucks....................5060 Vans/Buses ......................5070 Motorcycles ......................5080 Campers ..........................5090 Motorhomes......................5100 5th Wheels........................5110 Holiday Trailers ................5120 Tent Trailers ......................5130 Utility Trailers ....................5140 ATV’s ................................5150 Boats & Marine ................5160 Snowmobiles ....................5170 Tires, Parts & Accessories ......................5180 Auto Wreckers ..................5190 Vehicles Wanted ..............5200 Car/Truck Rental ..............5210 Recreational Vehicle Rental ..............................5220 Trailer Rental ....................5230 Misc. Automotive ..............5240 RV’s ..................................5300
Cars
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TURN YOUR PASSION for vehicle restoration into a career with Lakeland College’s 8-month Street Rod Technologies program at the Vermilion campus. Attend the program information session March 21. Phone 1-800-661-6490 or visit www.lakelandcollege.ca/srt.
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‘Talented and experienced’ directors make up new chamber board BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Sylvan Lake Chamber of Commerce’s board of directors is in place for another year, and, comprising members both old and new, is a group President Dwayne Stoesz is looking forward to working with. “Half of our directors are new, and they’ve all got an awful lot of talent and experience to bring to the table,” he said. “There are a lot of new faces on the chamber.” Roles and tasks among members will be divided and assigned according to each member’s individual skill set, interests and experience. Stoesz feels that, with the diversity of expertise, this will ensure that work carried out by the chamber is both effective and efficient. “I’ve got some people already designated for certain portfolios, and we’re not done putting together the entire portfolio, yet,” he said. “We want to make sure we do this right, and we want to make sure that not everybody is overwhelmed.” He added that in the past, good intentions have gone unfulfilled due to hesitance shown in following through on them. “Sometimes things tend to fall flat, or they tend to fall on somebody else’s shoulders. “We’re not going to rush things. If we can find the right people for the right roles, things will get accomplished more efficiently, quicker and with more accuracy.” Stoesz said that the creation of individual portfolios, which is currently underway, is part of a strategic plan to determine a clear direction for the chamber. That’s something he feels has been missing in recent years. “Our mandate is and always has been to promote local shopping and local business, and to build membership, but it’s become more than that,” he said. “In order to accomplish a lot of these goals, we need to take these directors and put them in positions where their talents are most useful.” One of the portfolios will revolve around a new focus for the chamber — tourism. “Tourism is a portfolio that hasn’t been done by the chamber, and it hasn’t been done by the town,” said Stoesz. “It’s something that the town has relied on for so many years, but, ironically, we have no tourism director.” An independent body or a partnership between the chamber and the town are both pos-
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nesses. Small business education and continuing to work with the town will be priorities, according to Stoesz. “We’re going to work very, very closely with the town,” he said. “Going way back, there’s been a barrier between the two to communicate, and now, I really truly believe that the chamber and the town have come together, and the members are really starting to see some projects come to fruition. “They’re really starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel.” The chamber’s 2014 board comprises Dwayne Stoesz - president, Joel Johannson - vice president, Josh Welton - treasurer, and directors Greg Weik, Keri Pratt, Debbie Klingbeil, Doreen Carey, Evan Hardy, Joe Furman, Doug McGill, Sharon Toews and Michael Williams. Portfolio designations will be posted on the chamber’s website at www.sylvanlakechamber. com.
Busy year indicated by building statistics for first two months BY STEVE DILLS SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
Commercial and residential construction added over $6.7 million to the town’s building statistics in February, the highest monthly total since last August. The pace of construction activity followed a strong January putting the two month total to almost double that of the first two months last year. Commercial permits totalled $2.659 million and included a new two-storey four-bay commercial building on Beju Industrial Drive, immediately south of the Joey’s Only location ($2.079 million), tenant improvements for Royal Lepage Network Realty ($161,520) which is moving to Beju Professional Building, just north of Canadian Tire, Mighty Owls Daycare in the neighbourhood plaza at the corner of Herder and Hinshaw ($343,200), and tenant improvements for Divine Nails & Spa ($76,000) in the mall across from the marina. Two rowhouse projects on Reid Court will create 10 residential units. The total construc-
tion value of the two is pegged at $2,171,520. These units bring the two month total to 38 multi-family residential units under construction, up from just seven units in the first two months of 2012. In addition six single family homes were permitted, at a total value of $1,514,351.36. The construction value of the homes ranged from $154,950 to $337,021. Two of the homes are being built in Ryders Ridge, two in Beacon Hill, one in Crestview and one on 48th Avenue. In the first two months of this year permits were issued for a total of 11 single family homes, the same total as the first two months last year. A permit for renovations at Sylvan Lake Municipal Library ($268,034) was the only one issued in the public facility category. Permits were also issued for five basement developments, two detached garages, one deck and one hot tub. The two month tally for construction permitted in 2014 is $11,058,365.36 compared to $5,760,773.62 in 2012 — an increase of 91.2 per cent.
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Blizzard aiming for May start to soccer season BY STUART FULLARTON SYLVAN LAKE NEWS
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sibilities for charging that particular initiative, he added. “There are a lot of resources available to us, and there are a lot of resources available to the town, but nobody has taken a stronghold on it. Nobody has gripped it and said let’s run with this. “I don’t know that the chamber’s purview is that tourism falls into that category, but if we can help design or designate an independent body that can take on that role, I think we are going to see some dramatic increases in attraction.” Last year, chamber members were kept busy by the municipal elections, and hosted both election forums and the mayoral debate at the community centre. They also played their part in centennial celebrations, and hosted various other events, including the Mermaid Ball and Business Awards, and a small business Christmas party. This year, fundraising will be carried out through projects including a shop local coupon book, and an area map advertising local busi-
Grass visible beneath melting snow is a welcome sight for Sylvan Lake Blizzard Soccer Club, which held its annual general meeting at École Fox Run School last Tuesday night. With a targeted season start date of early May, the club has been working to appoint directors and recruit volunteers, and confirmed several positions during last week’s meeting. Although others had yet to be confirmed by press time, assistant director Danielle Grapatin was confident of yet another successful season for the club. “Weather depending, we’re aiming to start on the week of May 5,” she said. “Hopefully that pans out. I think we’ll cross that bridge if we come to it,
but from what I can tell, and from what I understand, it seems like it’s going to be another successful year for the soccer club.” Player registration, which opened about a week before the meeting, is ongoing until Mar. 31. It’s not yet clear how many players have signed up, but Grapatin felt the club is on course to match the 540 registrations received last year. Volunteers are needed to help with everything from refereeing to coaching and co-ordinating the club’s various age groups. While some were recruited at the meeting, others are still needed to ensure the smooth operation of the club throughout the year. “Even if all of those positions fill, if someone gets sick or whatever, it’s always nice to have a backup list of people who could step in, as with any volunteer positions,” said Grapatin. “We did actu-
ally have quite a bit of interest in volunteer positions, which was really refreshing.” Players interested in registering are able to decide whether they wish to play in a house league among other teams from Sylvan Lake, or on a travel team that plays against teams from all over Central Alberta. The latter, according to Grapatin, requires more commitment in travelling outside of Sylvan Lake for games and playing on weekends. The club has teams for boys and girls between the ages of 4 and 18, with some of the youngest teams able to play only in house leagues. The season will run until the middle of June. Remaining executive positions will be filled at a future board meeting. A list of all members, once confirmed, will then be posted to the club’s website at www.sylvanlakesoccer.ca.
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