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Andrew Senior Citizens Lodge facing huge deficit Michelle Pinon Editor
The Andrew Senior Citizens Lodge continues to be a concern as it continues to operate at a deficit. Coun. Herbert Fedun, who sits as council’s representative on the Lamont County Housing Foundation, (LCHF), said the facility lost over $100,000 last year. “Things are pretty tricky,” said Fedun as they try to recruit resi-
dents, which he described as “tough”; but that LCHF is trying to put a plan together. LCHF Chief Executive Officer Harold James confirmed they continue to operate at a deficit at the Andrew Senior Citizens Lodge. “The projected deficit for this fiscal year is approximately $108,000.” James went on to say, “We are continuing to examine options in order to improve the operations and hope to have a
Marketing Plan completed by Spring 2018.” The purpose of the marketing plan, added James, “will be to create greater visibility, highlight the facility’s strength, and develop and implement some of the marketing strategies” in order to attract new residents to the lodge. The current population of residents is nine, with 15 vacant units at this time. Total staff at the facility is 12 people, which includes full-time,
part-time and casual employees. James pointed out that LCHF has not been able to attract any infrastructure funds from Alberta Housing to modernize the facility. While the lodge is operated by the LCHF, it is owned by the Government of Alberta. Back on January 9, 2017, LCHF hosted a community engagement meeting. The purpose of the meeting was to discuss options for increasing utilization at the
facility. A total of 68 people attended the Jan. 9 meeting that was facilitated by Dr. Bonnie Dobbs and Dr. and Gary Gordon, who had been hired by LCHF to conduct a feasibility study. At the November 8 village council meeting a resident in the gallery inquired as to the status of the Heartland Primary Care Network (PCN) providing services to lodge residents as an informational meeting
had been held at the lodge last spring. Chief Administrative Officer Pat Skoreyko said they had not had time to prepare a report as several council members had attended the Alberta Urban Municipalities Convention and councillor training in recent weeks. Skoreyko said she will report back on that request at the next village council meeting which is scheduled for Wednesday, December 13 at 7:30 a.m.
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Final testing underway for waterline Michelle Pinon Editor
Nearly complete. Lamont County’s 23 kilometres (plus-minus) transmission waterline is now in the final stages of testing. Public Works Director Harold Hamilton and Infrastructure Services Director Chris Blatz confirmed the final tie-ins were being tested, and they expected that to be completed by Christmas time. “It’s 100 per cent in the ground,” stated Hamilton. The waterline has already been pressure tested and dechlorinated. After final testing of the tie-ins, the waterline will be refilled and made operational. Following that, the waterline will be commissioned and Lamont County will become the owner of the waterline. Alberta Health Services will be the regulator of the waterline. Both Hamilton and Blatz had high praise for Kana Oilfield Services, contractor for the project which began the first
week of June 2017. “There were significant weather delays, but the contractor did a good job dealing with that,” stated Hamilton. The contractor had to also deal with multiple thefts of equipment, and Blatz said the company even had to hire 24 hour security to protect its proper-
ty. The transmission waterline begins at the Heartland Reservoir, located a couple of miles west of Lamont, and travels to the hamlet of St. Michael. The waterline is 12 inches in diameter from the Heartland reservoir to Range Road 202 and then decreases in
size to eight inches to St. Michael. Ninty per cent of the waterline project expenses are covered by the Province, while the remaining 10 per cent is funded by Lamont County, under the Water For Life Program.
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Season of growth for Mundare volleyball team By Jennifer Mikitka Mundare School’s 2017 volleyball season has officially wrapped up and the team is thankful for the growth and development they achieved as athletes. Each player has gained strength, agility and improved their skills as teammates, and the coaches (Mr. McGregor, Mr. Boyd, Miss Austin) are very proud of the athlete’s accomplishments. Mundare School is thankful for the support of the athletes, parents and coaches that made the season possible.
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Opinion From Where I Sit: Grab an Eggnog
By Hazel Anaka Can you believe another year end is in sight? Even if you haven’t looked at a calendar lately the clues are all there. For many, December becomes a festive blur of activity, some of which is more duty than fun.
You’ve probably attended one or more Christmas parties. Hopefully, you weren’t the one dissing the boss or wearing a lampshade, but rather using the chance to enjoy a good meal and mix with people in other departments of the business. You may have begun your Christmas shopping with Black Friday deals, started stocking your freezer with fancy baking, decorating your tree, or attending recitals and concerts. The kids will be munching through advent calendar chocolates in the interminable countdown to the Big Day.
Through your job you may be winding up the business and books if you’ve got a calendar year-end. Those with surplus cash may be planning capital purchases or pre-paying input costs or making investments as part of a tax planning strategy. You may be sending out a guy to rough up customers with overdue accounts or considering writing off bad debts. You may be counting on last minute sales to salvage your year. You may be dreading the impact federal tax changes, provincial minimum wage increases, building code and other regulato-
ry demands will have on your business, job, or bottom line. Or maybe you’re one of those who’s life and wallet are bulging with good fortune. Some high school or post-secondary students will wonder what they need to start or stop doing to salvage their first semester. Affluent couples may be planning their months long snowbird getaway. Others will be checking out all-inclusive deals at their favourite sunny destination. Still others will be hoping that food bank shelves and shelter cupboards are full so they can get through the
holidays. All of us will wonder if and how much we can give to charity at every cashier request, direct mail solicitation, or through regular monthly debit. It’s no secret that time appears to speed up as one ages. So when we pause during the crazy minutia of our lives and realize that yet another year of our lives is in the rear view mirror, it can be scary or sobering or stirring. We may, though I hate to use the word, resolve to stop waiting, delaying, postponing, wasting time or otherwise missing the chance to live our best lives. And despite the
Oprah-esque sound of that, it’s true. If 2018 is our last year on earth how do we want it to look and feel? Who do we want to spend time with and whom do we want to cut ties with? How do we want to earn a living that compensates us fairly without destroying our souls or breaking our hearts? How do we achieve a balance between work and play? How do we leave the world, defined as big or small as you wish, better than if we hadn’t lived at all? Time to grab an eggnog and ponder some answers, from where I sit.
Rural crime and the United Conservatives state of mind I was talking with a gentleman the other day who was saying he felt safer living in the City of Edmonton than in some of the rural communities in Lamont County. Just last week the Village of Chipman was the target of a break in, and there have been several reports in recent months throughout our coverage area. Even closer to home; my home, I could hear the dog barking loudly off and on during supper time Tuesday evening and told her to stop barking. Then I called the dog and she was bleeding. Upon further inspection, someone had tried to pry the latch on the gate in the backyard open. Whether it was coincidence or being in the right place at the right time, whoever tried to break in was deterred by my presence. But you
and I know your physical presence isn’t enough to always stop people from breaking into your property. While enhanced security systems are a deterrent, they are not fool proof either. Yet, we all feel something has to be done about the growing problem. A couple of weeks ago the United Conservatives Party (UCP) announced it will be forming a task force on rural crime to address the current increase in crime affecting rural families in the province. UCP Leader Jason Kenney stated: “This task force brings a wealth of experience that will help us get to the bottom of this crisis and develop practical, common-sense solutions that will have a positive impact on victims. We all have a right to feel safe in
our own homes and there’s no question the NDP has let rural Albertans down when it comes to keeping their communities safe. If the NDP won’t step up and address this problem, the UCP will.” The task force membership is to consist of UCP MLA’s Angela Pitt, Mike Ellis and Don MacIntyre, along with local municipal and law enforcement officials. On Nov. 27, Lac La Biche-St. Paul-Two Hills MLA David Hanson introduced several members of the Lakeland County Rural Crime Watch, representing over 100 Albertans who are upset and concerned with the rise of crime in rural Alberta. Nathan Cooper, UCP MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills also introduced guests as well as Ronald Orr, UCP MLA for
Lacombe-Ponoka; Mark Smith, UCP MLA for Drayton Valley-Devon; and Jason Nixon, UCP MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain HouseSundre; Mike Ellis, UCP MLA for Calgary-West; Rick Strankman, UCP MLA for Drumheller-
Stettler; and Angela Pitt, UCP MLA for Airdrie. While they will not be able to solve all of the problems associated with rural crime, at least they are going to shine a light on victims and their concerns, and hopefully there will be some con-
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Funding shortfall creates changes to kindergarten programs SUBMITTED ARTICLE The Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) Board of Trustees has approved changes to the Division’s kindergarten programming. Starting in the 2018-19 school year, all EIPS schools will offer one kindergarten option, alternating full-day programming. The change is based on a funding shortfall for its kindergarten noon-hour transportation service. In previous years, all families of children attending half-day kindergarten were charged a transportation fee for noon-hour bus service as it was not funded by Alberta Education. The fee covered a portion of the cost for the service and the remainder was subsidized internally through the Division’s Student Transportation budget. Under Bill 1: An Act to Reduce School Fees, the Division is no longer able to charge that fee to families who live greater than 2.39 kilometres from their designated school. The additional expense that change represents makes it unsustainable for EIPS to continue to offer its kindergarten noon-hour bus service. As a result, all kindergarten programming is changing to the alternating full-day model.
“Our first priority is to ensure we’re able to provide the best possible education for all children in our Division,” says Trina Boymook, the Board Chair of EIPS. “Having to draw additional dollars from the Division’s budget to cover noonhour transportation would mean there would be less money available for educational programming. By introducSUBMITTED PHOTO ing alternating Wagon rides, courtesy of Jerry Lysol, were part of the fun-filled festivities during the Christmas Extravaganza on f u l l - d a y Saturday, December 2 in Mundare. The event was hosted by the Town of Mundare, Mundare Communities in Bloom and kindergarten, the Mundare Library. Some of the other activities included: a craft market and bake sale, crafting Christmas ornaments, we can contin- pictures with Santa and an outdoor parade in the evening. ue to promote growth and full-day program. For ments focused on pur- kit includes information gibility, how to find your success for all children 2018-19, all kindergarten poseful, play-based pro- on registration, impor- designated school, transby keeping dollars where children will attend two gramming and are ready tant dates, program- portation and more. they belong—in the full-days a week—and for the transition to ming, what to expect, eliclassroom.” occasionally, three days a Grade 1. The complete Currently, EIPS offers week so that EIPS meets program schedule will CHRISTMAS kindergarten at all 25 of the required 475 instruc- be finalized in January, its elementary schools. tional hours. prior to registration. HAMPERS Programming varies Kindergarten registraThroughout EIPS, from half-day every day, principals, teachers and tion opens for the 2018If you are in need of a Christmas Hamper, alternating full-day and early childhood educa- 19 school year on Jan. 15, we are accepting applications from at one school, full-day tion specialists will work 2018. To help families Nov 17 to December 9th only! every day. More than together to ensure prepare, EIPS has put You Must call in person, (780) 619-6955. half of EIPS’ kinder- kindergarten learners are together an online toolkit Hamper pick up day is Dec 17- between garten children currently provided with high- to make the transition as attend the alternating quality learning environ- smooth as possible. The 2-4pm at Lamont Rec Center.
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Lamont Elementary School Choir delights crowd
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The Lamont Elementary School Choir, directed by Nicole Oviatt, was singing Christmas songs at the Lamont Christmas Light Up on Saturday, November 25. You can hear the choir and all students of Lamont Elementary sing and perform at the school’s annual Christmas Concert on Wednesday, December 13 at 7 p.m. at the Lamont High School.
Sexual interference allegations SUBMITTED ARTICLE The Fort Saskatchewan RCMP are investigating an allegation of sexual interference which was reported on November 4 in the late evening. The Fort Saskatchewan RCMP General Investigation Section (GIS) has been managing this investigation and is now seeking public assistance in identifying the suspect. On Saturday, November 4, 2017, between the hours of 5:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m., a young female child was playing tag with a group of children in the lobby of the Bruderheim arena. An unknown male suspect approached the child and told her to follow him as he knew a good
hiding spot. The young female child was led into a dressing room by the male suspect where the male exposed his genitals. The male suspect is described as Caucasian, approximately 30 – 40 years old, wearing black pants with a white stripe, a black jacket with a red crest/symbol, and brown work boots with orange laces. The victim further described the suspect’s clothing to resemble a uniform. This investigation is ongoing and the RCMP request anyone who was at the Bruderheim arena on Saturday, November 4th, 2017, between the hours of 5:45 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. to call the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP. In addition, if you
have any information about this incident, please call the RCMP or call your local police detachment. If you want to remain anonymous, you can contact Crime Stoppers by phone at1800-222-8477 (TIPS), by internet at www.tipsubmit.com or by SMS. “We have put several police resources into solving this investigation and are now reaching out to the public for help” says Staff Sergeant Mike McCauley of the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP. “If you were at the arena, we want your help. Any piece of information might be crucial to this investigation.” Cst. Kenney can be contacted at: 780-9977983.
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Wildfire funding approved Michelle Pinon Editor
Lamont County has been hit hard financially by the impacts of the Skaro wildfire which occurred in the spring of 2016. Robyn Singleton, Chief Administrative Officer for Lamont County, told council costs have exceeded $1.4 million and will likely end up around $1.6 million when all the dust settles. Fortunately for Lamont County, Alberta Municipal Affairs has been receptive to the idea of compensation, and on Nov. 7 the Minister of Municipal Affairs, Shaye Anderson, wrote a letter informing them they have been approved for financial assistance. The letter stated:
“Lamont County has been approved for financial assistance under the Municipal Wildfire Assistance Program (MWAP) for the wildfires that occurred in Lamont County between April 18, 2016 and June 8, 2016. This program provides financial assistance to municipalities that incur extraordinary incremental costs in the suppression of wildfires outside of Alberta’s Forest Protection Area. The MWAP will provide financial assistance to Lamont County for eligible fire suppression, emergency operation, and evacuation costs. The Alberta Emergency Management Agency Recovery Branch staff will be contacting representatives from Lamont County to deliver the program.”
Debbie Hackman, Director of Corporate Services for Lamont County, said she couldn’t tell council exactly what percentage of funding they’d receive from the province, but the top amount in regards to eligibility is 75 per cent of the costs. “It is a large amount of work. We still have months of work, but we could potentially recover $1 million.”
Hackman added that all of the paperwork would have to be completed before April. Dave Zayonce, Regional Fire Chief for Lamont County, reported that he continues to make weekly reconnaissance tours of accessible areas, and says there are still two active hot spots that are being closely monitored.
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One of the most popular tables at the Christmas Extravaganza Market on Saturday, November 2 was the bake table operated by members of the Mundare Community In Bloom Committee. It was the volunteer organization’s annual fundraiser. Altogether there were 25 vendors on hand for the market at the Mundare Recreation Centre. SUBMITTED PHOTO
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This is one of the hot spots that continues to burn in the north Skaro area.
Landowner compensation granted Michelle Pinon Editor
Lamont County council has agreed to compensate a local landowner for damages incurred to his property during firefighting efforts back in the spring of 2016 in the Skaro area. Council approved remediation work on Tanner Maschmeyer’s land during its Nov. 14 meeting, agreeing to construct a dugout, remove a large brush pile and replace a fence on his property that is estimated to cost around $12,000. Dave Zayonce, Regional Fire Chief for Lamont County, said Mr. Maschmeyer’s land was “severely impacted by fire damage and firefighting operations” and the remediation work
would allow him to pasture cattle on his property in the future. “A request has been made by Mr. Maschmeyer to work with Lamont County to reclaim areas dramatically effected by firefighting operations. It has been a pleasure discussing the outstanding reclamation work with Mr. Maschmeyer as he has been very accommodating and respectfully working together to find a very solid economically viable solution,” stated Zayonce in his request. Div. 3 Councillor Dave Diduck asked if they proceed with the request, how many other landowners will come forward to request compensation. “Are we setting a precident?” Chief Administrative Officer
Robyn Singleton said they would not be setting a precident, and because the county destroyed his fence that the county should pay for its replacement. “How many other fences did we knock down,?” asked Div. 5 Councillor Neil Woitas. “I don’t know,” replied Singleton. Reeve Wayne Woldanski asked if there had been any requests from other landowners for this type of compensation? Singleton said one landowner had called to inquire. Coun. Diduck reiterated that council has to bear in
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mind that it is setting a precident if it approves the request. “This is not new. If you damage a fence, you replace it,” stated Singleton. “It’s not exactly a precident,” added Singleton, but that it was the first time the county has had to deal with this type of request. Deputy Reeve Dan Warawa stated that if the county damaged the fence, then it should have to replace it. In the end, council agreed to replace the dug out to a maximum of $6,500 and replace the fenceline for a maximum of $5,500.
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PHOTO COURTESY OF MUNDARE SCHOOL During anti-bullying week at Mundare School, junior high students at Mundare School used their leadership time to share a valuable metaphorical lesson with Grade 3-6 students. Using two close to identical apples, the younger grades were asked to ‘insult’ or verbally bully one apple; every time this apple was “bullied”, it was dropped onto the concrete floor. Each drop represented an emotional blow or punch that a victim of bullying would endure. The resulting damage became obvious when the apples, both still looking perfectly fine and unhurt on the outside, were cut in half. The “bullied” apple showed signs of internal damage like bruising or a breakdown of tissue. This damage, they were told by the older and wiser Grade 7 and 8’s, was a direct result of the bullying the younger grades had inflicted. It was a strong visual lesson, and although there was some giggling in the beginning, the conversation quickly turned serious by the end of the experiment as the pain and suffering a victim of bullying can suffer on the inside, while still looking perfect on the outside, became very apparent. Along with this demonstration, Grades 5-8 were treated to Concrete Theatre’s relevant and moving performance of “The Bully Project” earlier this month. Staff and students also read some anti-bullying books, had anti-bullying tips on the announcements every morning, and finished off the observance with our “Pink Shirt” (Acceptance and Kindness) Day on Friday. Finally, Constable J came to talk to our students all about cyber bullying and being a positive and responsible digital citizen.
Fort Air Partnership hosts public consultation evening Michelle Pinon Editor
Even though just a handful of people attended Fort Air Partnership’s (FAP) recent stakeholder and community consultation in Lamont; there were plenty of good ideas passed around during the session on Thursday, November 23. Godfrey Huybreghts, FAP community and media relations manager, said the group of five attendees offered input on topics including: monitoring, membership, organizational structure, funding and monitoring activities. “The group also had some really good ideas about how we could best communicate with the residents of Lamont County, Bruderheim and other communities in the region, including increased use of print materials and attending community information events. Once all of our public consultation sessions are complete, we will develop a ‘What We Heard’ summary document that we will share with those who provided input, the FAP board,
and the public at large, likely in February.” Heather Atkinson, Communications Coordinator for Lamont County, said one of her recommendations was to have FAP install passive monitoring stations throughout the municipality. B r u d e r h e i m Mayor Karl Hauch and Deputy Mayor Pat Lee also offered up a number of suggestions and were happy for the opportunity to provide input. “Some thoughts shared
last week is that education of the public was a topic that will continue to be very important. As well as how to communicate and report out the information that FAP gathers from its network of monitoring stations.” Hauch went on to say, “There were a number of ideas shared regarding this and discussions regarding a host of many other issues facing FAP, and ideas brought forward for FAP to consider. It will be interesting to
see what FAP rolls out to the public in their findings from the series of public meetings that they have hosted.” Bruderheim Deputy Mayor added that another vital component that was discussed and agreed upon by participants was the need for education. “FAP goes into the area schools in order to engage with and
reach out to the youth. As well, FAP puts on open houses and is present at various venues in order to help in the community’s understanding of the ambient air quality in the region. Since this is all about the air we all breathe, it is vital we are aware of and cognizant of the quality of that air.” She also commended Huybreghts, and FAP
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Director Nadine Blaney for hosting the round table discussion. Huybreghts said people have until January 15 to provide written input. The Vision 2030 Discussion Guide can also be downloaded from the FAP website at: www.fortair.org or phone 1-800-718-0471.
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There was no shortage of creativity when it came to the 2017 entries in the Lamont Festival of Trees exhibit. The Lamont County Food Bank placed first, followed by the Lamont Playschool and the Lamont Boarding Kennels in third place.
Ideal weather and fun-filled festivities make 2017 Lamont Light Up totally memorable Michelle Pinon Editor
Organizers of the 2017 Lamont Christmas Light Up couldn’t have asked for better weather for their annual event that was held on Saturday, November 25. For the better part of the day the temperature hovered around plus 2 degrees celsius which made travelling to and from the various venues very appealing. Light Up Committee members spent the better part of 250 hours preparing for the festive extravaganza, and their efforts did not disappoint the crowds who took part in the different activities. There was plenty to see and do throughout the town as a variety of different organizations and community groups held bake sales, craft sales, perogy lunch, cookie decorating, wagon rides, fire engine rides, self serve photos, viewing of the Christmas trees, listing to local entertainers, visits to
Santa, drop offs at the food bank bus and mitten tree, the official Winter Wonder Lights celebration, and fireworks display. The town supplied cookies, kubie burgers and hot chocolate at the Festival of Trees and Winter Wonder Lights, going through 400 cookies and hundreds of kubie burgers.
Committee member Gail Hrehorets said a core group of volunteers spend several months planning the event which definitely helps build a sense of community in the community. Judging from the size of the crowd and smiles on people’s faces many of them will be back for more fun next year.
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Lamont County unveils Livestock Emergency Plan Michelle Pinon Editor
Emergencies can happen anytime and anywhere. That’s why Lamont County, in conjunction with Emergency Response Management Consulting Ltd., (ERMC) have developed a Livestock Emergency Plan (LEP). That plan was officially rolled out on Thursday, November 23 in St. Michael with just over 40 people in attendance. However, and whenever emergencies occur, the most important thing is to have a plan in place to deal with all of its changing components. Ed Wendlandt, Vice President of Customer Experience for ERMC, unveiled the LEP to attendees. While community awareness is challenging, Wendlandt said the objective of the information session is to have attendees understand what the county is doing and why. The other part of the equation is to educate and train people to mitigate the risks. “ERMC and Lamont County are fully committed to roll out the plan, and you will also have a role in that,” stated Wendlandt. The Livestock Emergency Plan will always be changing, and producers as well as
emergency responders must know their part and the necessary steps to take when transportation incidents, animal disease or natural disasters happen. The LEP, added Wendlandt, “addresses the specific requirements; organization, resources, logistics, procedures, etc. necessary to effectively respond to and manage livestock related emergencies. The plan must also integrate with the Lamont County Emergency Management Plan.” Wendlandt went on to identify all of the LEP components, organizational structure, regional emergency operations centre, logistics and available resources. “I think the county has done a great job addressing this; but this is only a starting point,” noted Wendlandt. He also outline the next steps in the process, which are to: *Continue to develop, access, and implement risk mitigation strategies *Training of first response staff to implement the procedures of the plan *Further develop working relationships with area veterinarians who will be able to provide valuable assistance and equipment to move animals, if required *Continue to share information with ratepayers and livestock owners to
help them develop their own farm plan that would tie in with the Livestock Emergency Plan. Wendlandt gave kudos to Lamont County for identifying that a livestock risk assessment had not been completed, and that the current emergency management plan did not specifically address how livestock related emergencies can be responded and managed. “I can count on my hand the number of counties that have a livestock emergency plan. You (Lamont County) are a trendsetter, and that’s a good place to be.” Wendlandt said the municipality is only one of a few that have an emergency livestock trailer. Dave Zayonce, Lamont County Regional Fire Chief, also addressed the audience. He pointed out the LEP was an initiative of the county’s Agricultural Service Board that applied for and received grant funding through the Growing Forward program. “We believe in the importance of conserving our utilities, infrastructure, resources, traditional agriculture and the family farm…We believe in doing our best to meet the needs of every client who contacts our office.” Zayonce said the goal was to assess the risks,
understand what they are facing, developing and implementing a notification process and what decisive steps need to be taken. The objective is to train our personnel. “We want to start the dialogue and process; and information and feedback is very important.” While emergency planning is a “very fluid process,” Zayonce said the most important thing is to have a resource list and trained personnel. He told attendees that training of local firefighters will begin in January. Terry Eleniak, Lamont County Agricultural Fieldman, said he was honoured to be part of the Livestock Emergency Response Unit in 2014 and that kudos have to go to members of Lamont County council, who are all members of
the Agricultural Service Board. “Having this unit within our boundaries is a very big advantage.” He added that it would make the job of emergency responders as well as producers easier. The mobile unit is equipped with all the necessary emergency equipment as well as panels, feed and other various items. Brad Andres with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry said the focus is on producers and how better to prepare them for disasters, and had a lot information and advice for attendees. “Know the risks that affect you,” stressed Andres. The goal is to empower people to make the right decisions and know what resources are available to them.” He touched on the importance of prem-
ises identification, up to date contact information, telephone and email notification, weather alerts and any specific issues in the vicinity of their farm, ranch or business. He also recommended that Lamont County have a damage assistance plan to assist producers.
Interior view of livestock trailer.
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Members of the Lamont Pee Wee Hawks hosted their annual home tournament this past weekend. The squad won its first two games, and beat the Sherwood Park Blades in overtime 6-5, and then proceeded to beat the North Seera Bruisers 11-5 to earn a berth in the final. The Hawks faced the KC Warriors in the championship. After falling behind in the first period, they battled back to narrow the margin to 5-4 going into the third, but could not hold off or score against the Warriors in the final period and lost 7-4. Maisie Andruchow, #13 put in an outstanding performance of defense, and narrowly missed scoring this goal in the dying minutes of the third period. Hawks goalie Konnor Kalbfleisch did a good job of turning away many shots against the opposition. The Hawks performed very well throughout the tourney and have a silver medal to show for their efforts.
Lamont Midgets drop first game of the season at Legal KERRY ANDERSON These are some of the results from the minor hockey league games held recently. (Please note that scores and scoring are taken from the websites, and some game scores and scoring is dependent on proper league entries. Deadline is typically Sunday evenings, so if scores are not noted they may have been entered after this time. http://nainterlock.com/). Bruderheim Tier 4 Novice lost a 6-4 game at Leduc on Saturday.
Down 4-0 halfway through the game, Bruderheim responded with four straight goals and by 8:19 of the third frame had tied the contest. Leduc ended the game with two of their own for the win. Jacob Kofluk led the way for Bruderheim with a hat trick (3g 1a). Other scorers were; Thomas Purdy (1g 1a), and Maxim Dach (1a). Lamont Tier 4 Atoms lost a road game on Saturday 6-2 at Pembina Rec. Plex. Alex
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minutes exciting. Scoring for Lamont were; Ethan Zago (2g), Daylin Harvey (2a), Connor Kardash (1g), Seth Williams (1a), and Austin Kardash (1a).
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