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Councillor Lindstrand agreed, adding that he was comfortable with the actions currently happening with the wastewater treatment plant, the public works building and public transit, but was also concerned about the situation with Augustana.

“I would like us to find out how council could get an audience with that task force looking at the (post secondary) review.”

Lindstrand also suggested the City economic development department delegate someone within to draft a (one or two page) report outlining exactly what Augustana means to the community of Camrose. “Not just the economic impact,” said Lindstrand. “All of us have this sentimental attachment to Augustana and how important it is to our community.”

Mayor Norm Mayer indicated the items that the City is currently actively working on include the wastewater treatment plant funding, the public works building and public transit.

“We are waiting for a response from the provincial government as to whether we can access the federal government funding for the Wastewater Treatment Plant project.

“As for the public works building funding, we are following up reasonably regularly on the basis of the commitment the government has made about (infrastructure) projects. All we need is the money to make that happen.”

Mayer explained that with regards to public

transit, the City is waiting to hear from the minister.

Mayer also explained that while he has no issue with expanding health services, he felt that advocacy should be done in conjunction with St. Mary’s Hospital and public health.

“I think Augustana is also very important right now. I don’t know how to get answers. The government is not commenting on their position on funding.”

Councillor Hoveland proposed that advocacy with regards to St. Mary’s Hospital outpatient services be put on the back burner because of COVID-19 and also because of the reviews being done by Alberta Health Services.

City of Camrose manager Malcolm Boyd requested council offer administration some direction on the process of coordinating advocacy items and consider prioritizing the items, similar to what councillor Lindstrand suggested, placing urgency where needed.

“A process can be established that works for council, and administration can maintain this master list of items. We can add to it as we go along and present it once every quarter,” said Boyd adding that administration is currently working on the wastewater treatment plant and public works building funding and public transit.

He suggested a few councillors take the lead role in the Augustana situation.

Councillor Hoveland indicated she would be willing to work with other councillors in strategizing approaches with Augustana advocacy.

By Murray Green

Camrose golfer Andrew Harrison placed second in the Alberta Open men’s championship at Wolf Creek Golf Resort on July 28 to 30.

Heading to the final round, 10 players were within five shots of the lead.

Harrison shot rounds of 68, 72 and 67 for a 207 total that put him just one stroke behind the winner, Allan Armstrong of the Windermere Golf and Country Club.

Andrew was the hottest golfer (on a very hot day) in the final round, finishing four strokes under par. Armstrong hung onto the lead by going two strokes under on the last round. The 23-year-old golfer is

now entered as a rookie on the professional tour after golfing for the University of British Columbia Thunderbirds for the last four years.

His brother Michael Harrison shot rounds of 71, 79 and 76 for a total of 226, which put him tied for 37th place.

Braden Clarkson of Camrose was consistent in firing two rounds of 76 and a 79 for a total of 231 and tied for 53rd spot.

Devin Kucy of Camrose shot rounds of 74, 82 and 79 for 235 in total for 60th place. His brother Mason Kucy and Jason Szott of Camrose missed the cut for the final round.

Employment Opportunity

OPERATOR 4 – WATER TREATMENT PLANT

The City of Camrose is seeking an energetic and reliable individual to fill the permanent position of Operator 4 in the Utilities – Water Treatment Plant section of the Public Works department. This is a unionized position under CUPE Local 1425 and is inclusive of a trial period as per the Article 11.05 of the Collective Agreement.

FUNCTIONS:

• Work in all related areas of Utilities – Water Treatment Plant operations, which includes, but is not limited to, operations and maintenance work, such as lab testing, performance monitoring, chemical handling, and repairs at the Water Treatment facilities within the City including the Granular Activated Carbon (GAC) facility. • Assist in submission of online reporting data to Alberta Environment & Parks. • Operations and maintenance of the Wastewater Collection System, Water Distribution

System, and the Wastewater Treatment Facility as occasionally required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Grade 12 Diploma or equivalent. A Water or Wastewater Technician program would be considered an asset. • Alberta Environment & Parks Certificates of the following are required: Water

Treatment (WT) – Level III or higher with the ability to obtain Level IV WT certification in Spring 2021 or sooner. Applicants must meet this minimum certification requirement to proceed in the recruitment process. • Level II certification in Water Distribution (WD), Wastewater Treatment (WWT) and/or

Wastewater Collection (WWC) considered an asset. • The successful candidate must be qualified to perform the duties of an Operator 3 –

Utilities and meet the applicable requirements of an Operator 4 – Utilities as per the

Collective Agreement. • Proven mechanical and instrumentation aptitude with intermediate knowledge of

Microsoft applications and SCADA software. Familiarity with CLAROS and WIMS software is an asset. • Reliable with a strong work ethic, with sound decision-making and communication skills. • Must be able to meet the City’s on-call protocols and participate in the on-call rotation detailed in the Collective Agreement and as assigned for the Utilities team. • Valid Class 5 driver’s license with air brake endorsement. HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Shift work, on-call and overtime will also be necessary to address operational requirements. HOURLY WAGE: $31.03 per hour in accordance with the CUPE 1425 Collective Agreement, plus any additional premium pay as outlined in the collective agreement. APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit an application to the email address below by August 12, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. ONLY EMAIL

APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED AT THIS TIME. CONTACT:

City of Camrose – Public Works P: 780-672-5513 | E: hr@camrose.ca | W: www.camrose.ca

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP). The personal information recorded on the application form is being collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The information will be used for the purpose(s) of employee recruitment and administration and is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. If you require additional information concerning the collection and use of this personal information, please contact the FOIP Offi cer at 780-672-4426.

HIGH FLOW? HECK NO! (Specifically, high flow toilets)

Apply before September 30 to receive a rebate when you replace your high flush toilet, with a new low flush model. You could be given an initial $70 rebate, and up to $50 for any additional toilets. For more info, contact us: P. 780-672-4428 E. toiletrebate@camrose.ca W. www.camrose.ca/toiletrebate

Moose collision claims life of driver

By Lori Larsen

RCMP remind motorists to always be aware of the presence of wildlife on Alberta highways.

On July 28, at approximately 10:10 p.m. Killam RCMP responded to a single vehicle collision involving a moose on Highway 619, approximately 20 kilometres east of Killam.

The 29-year-old driver was pronounced deceased at the scene.

Traffic on Highway 619 near Range Road 110 was temporarily rerouted as the Killam RCMP completed their investigation. The road was reopened later.

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Employment Opportunities

SUPERINTENDENT OF ROADS

The City of Camrose is seeking a dynamic and highly motivated Manager of Roads to join our dedicated and committed Public Works team within the Infrastructure and Planning department. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Public Works, the Manager is responsible for the management, operations and administrative functions of the City’s road infrastructure.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee, direct and provide supervisor leadership to Roads employees including, but not limited to, scheduling of work, hiring, training, direction and employee and labour relations, etc. • Prepare, manage and monitor annual budgets and expenditure control for the work unit. • Ensure roads and right of ways functions, infrastructure maintenance and projects are completed within budget and approved standards. • Work cooperatively with other City departments and to provide support toward their duties and responsibilities. • Ensure accurate record keeping, report generation, and responsible budget control on key operational standards and projects, as required and/or requested. • Access applicable alternative funding sources and grants in a timely fashion. • Ensure and facilitate all applicable training programs and related policies, procedures and safety practices are implemented and adhered to. • Liaise with the Senior Manager of Public Works on daily matters regarding the Roads work unit. • Provide strong customer service by cooperatively responding to matters of concern by the public to address their concerns promptly. • Through regular communications, maintain an effective working relationship with other key personnel including, but not limited to, City Council, staff and departments, community groups, and related provincial and regional associations. • Perform other related duties as required.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A minimum of a Grade 12 diploma combined with 5 years of progressive experience in public works within an operational roads environment, along with significant current knowledge of wint er control activities with appropriate use of materials, equipment and budget to effectively manage winter storm events and related activities. • Must have a strong practical and proven background in municipal public works operations. • Must have a valid driver’s Class 3 license with airbrakes, or the ability to obtain. • Knowledge and supervisory experience in a unionized environment is considered an asset. • Demonstrated decision-making and problem solving skills. • Fully experienced in the use of MS Office with advanced computer skills. HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are generally 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday through Friday. Management duties may require work outside the core hours of work as part of this role. SALARY: The City of Camrose offers competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be dependent upon the qualifications and experience of the successful candidate. APPLICATIONS: Individuals interested in this position are invited to submit a cover letter and resumé to the email address below or in person by August 15, 2020 at 5:00 p.m. If applying by email, please ensure the position title is included in the subject line. We

appreciate all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

VALLEYVIEW CEMETERY DECORATION DAY –

SUNDAY, AUGUST 16, 2020

On Sunday, August 16, 2020 (the third Sunday every August), the City of Camrose invites friends, family, and relatives to recognize loved ones at the Valleyview Cemetery. Every year the cemetery becomes a field of color which is welcomed again this year. Come out and enjoy the day! Just a reminder: Once Decoration Day is over, we ask all family members who have placed decorations that do not conform to our bylaw to be removed within a week after Decoration Day. After that, Cemetery staff will be picking up all decorations that do not conform to our Cemetery Bylaw, so regular maintenance can continue. All non-conforming and left over decorations will be recycled. For further information, please feel free to contact the Community Services Office at 780-672-9195.

SENIOR MANAGER

OF PUBLIC WORKS

The City of Camrose is looking for a dynamic, proven leader to fill the role of Senior Manager of Public Works. Reporting to the City Manager, the Senior Manager of Public Works is responsible for executing the Public Works department’s vision and mandate through leadership of all aspects of Public Works services and infrastructure maintenance, including water, sewer, drainage, fleet and roads services. The Senior Manager of Public Works provides strategic and technical advice to City departments, Council, related working units and committees on a variety of operational matters. This position will play a significant role in overseeing and managing the operating and capital budgets, establishing best practices in managing public works operations and promoting a team focused workplace designed to service the community with respect and accountability.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Post-secondary Education in Engineering, Business

Administration, Public Administration, or a transportationrelated discipline. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be considered. • 10+ years of leadership experience at a management level. • Comprehensive knowledge and experience in municipal operations, specifically related to project management, roads, underground infrastructure, transportation and procurement is required. • Supplementary certificates or designations in local government programs, project management, water or wastewater or related field considered an asset. • Experience with managing organizational change initiatives, and determining and setting goals and priorities based on organizational mandates and initiatives. • Experience in the preparation, management and execution of operational and capital budgets and strategic plans. • Demonstrated decision-making and problem solving skills. • Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with a wide variety of people, including senior management, private and public officials, business and community leaders, advisory boards, union officials, staff and the general public. • Fully experienced in the use of MS Office with advanced computer skills. • The successful candidate will be required to produce a satisfactory Driver’s Abstract and Police Information

Check. HOURS OF WORK: Hours of work are generally 8:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday through Friday. Management duties will require work outside of the core hours as part of this role. SALARY AND BENEFITS: The City of Camrose offers a competitive salary, attractive benefits, and a positive work environment. The starting salary for this position will be based upon the experience and qualifications of the successful candidate. APPLICATIONS: Qualified applicants are encouraged to submit a cover letter and current resumé via email or to the address below. Competition will remain open until suitable candidate is found. We appreciate and consider

all applications; however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. CONTACT:

City of Camrose Attention: Human Resources Mailing Address: 5204-50 Avenue, Camrose, AB T4V 0S8

P: 780-672-4426 | F: 780-672-2469 | E: hr@camrose.ca W: www.camrose.ca

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP). The personal information recorded on the application form is being collected under the authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. The information will be used for the purpose(s) of employee recruitment and administration and is protected by the privacy provisions of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act. If you require additional information concerning the collection and use of this personal information, please contact the FOIP Offi cer at 780-672-4426.