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CELEBRATING ALL THINGS UKRAINIAN Lamont hosts 7th Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival
The Vohon Dance Group from Edmonton perform at the Zabava.
Carol Scukynski’s borshch declared the winner by Edmonton judges MAUREEN SULLIVAN The 7th annual Babas & Borshch invited everyone to come to Lamont and celebrate all things Ukrainian on August 24 and 25. The Borshch Cookoff had seven entrants this year, all making very different borshch by using different ingredients, but all with the base of beets. The funny, popular, 3 Amigos were back as Cook Off judges. AwardWinning Executive Chef Serge Belair, Edmonton Convention Centre (ECC), ECC Chef Myles Fedun, and improv comedian & actor Donovan Workun had a great time judging the beet borshch during the strictly for fun compe-
tition. The judges picked Carol Scukynski's borshch as the winner saying that it was most flavourful, and the most traditional with a stock that had body. She said the secret to her borshch was simmering it for four days to let all the flavors meld together. Judy Wolowych-Negry won second place and Phyllis Scukynski came in third. The three winners were awarded custom made borshch bowls from potter Susan Ferbey. It was another year of great guest speakers at the event. Jarvis Kosowan, of Jarvis Group Travel, Calgary, was passionate about why a trip to Ukraine
should be on everyone’s bucket list as he spoke on “Everything you ever wanted to know about travel to the Ukraine but were afraid to ask.” Sandra Semchuk, a photographer and Andrea Malysh of CFWWIRF (Canada First World War Internment Recognition Find) and an internet descendant explored Canada’s WWI internment camps. Semchuk describes it as an act of legislated discrimination and used photography, cultural theory, and personal testimony from internees and their descendants as both a remembrance and a step towards healing and reconciliation. “Write your Family History with the
Malysh Family,” gave great advice on how to write your own family history. While audience members sang Christmas carols along with the film “The Carollers,” by filmmaker Theresa Wynnyk. Lamont County Regional Fire Chief David Zayonce spoke about his recent trip to the Ukraine, where he had a chance to assess fire services, offer advice and lay groundwork for future projects. Since his visit he has donated classic fire gear (not able to pass Canadian regulations) to Ukraine fire departments who often fight fires without any protective equipment. Continued on Page 9
2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Wednesday, August 28, 2019
SDAB dismisses hemp appeal
BY JOHN MATHER Bruderheim mayor Karl Hauch states the dismissal of an appeal against the Canadian Rockies Hemp Company’s decortation plant development south of the town vindicates the town’s planning process. The Lamont County Subdivision Development and Appeal Board has dismissed an appeal from a Bruderheim resident against the development, Aug. 21, stating the development was a permitted use under the town’s Land Use Bylaw and there was “no relaxation, variation or misinterpretation of the Land Use Bylaw” and therefore no grounds for an appeal. “Our legislative services director, our CAO, and the company that brought the development forward all acted properly,” said Hauch. “It clearly shows the subdivision appeal board agreed with the processes that were followed by the town.” In rendering their decision, the SDAB noted the land use district is urban reserve and under the bylaw, “agriculture extensive” is a permitted use. It further went on to state the use was defined
Construction is well underway at the Canadian Rockies Hemp decortation facility in Bruderheim in this Aug. 24 photo. The company had an appeal of the development permit thrown out by the Lamont County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board last week, citing the town acted properly in issuing the permit under the regulations of the land use bylaw. in the bylaw as agriculture extensive and that was the best definition to describe the hemp operations that would be occurring at the plant once it is completed. In a hearing held Aug. 9, residents Ron and Shawna Ewasiuk, who live north of the development, had argued in their appeal letter that they were appealing the issuance of the development permit for the project citing “a lack of planning, coordination and consultation, and the overall lack of support we have received to date from the Town of Bruderheim.” They added that several studies need be com-
pleted including hydro geological reports, and Alberta government and municipal traffic impact assessment, and and Alberta government noise and light pollution assessment and the Ewasiuk’s be able to access the studies prior to their consideration or approval of acceptance.” In concluding their letter, they asked all ground work and construction at the site cease until the approvals were completed. Bruderheim town planner Jane Dauphine had argued she felt the appeal was not an appealable situation. “It’s the town’s opinion the development per-
mit was issued for extensive agricultural use, which is a permitted use in the urban reserve district,” she stated. “No relaxation of the land use bylaw was granted.” She wondered, because of this, whether the board had the jurisdiction to hear the appeal. She went on to cite sections of the Alberta Municipal Act
that lists some of the grounds for appeal. The board also heard from the Ewasiuks, a few local residents and the developers, before adjourning the hearing to make their decision. Other arguments made during the hearing were rendered mute by the decision the development was made correctly under the terms of the
land use by-law. “When news of this plant first hit Bruderheim, I heard people asking around if they could get jobs there,” stated Hauch, after the decision was made public. “This investment is the biggest in our community for many decades and I’m looking forward to it moving forward.”
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Forgotten graveyard remembered and restored MAUREEN SULLIVAN Where once a forgotten cemetery was buried under years of neglect, the 11 annual memorial celebration took place on August 24. The TomeshewskyGavinchuk P i o n e e r Cemetery can be found at the end of RR 181 just south of highway 15. Named for the two families that gave an acre each to build it, it was one of the first cemeteries in that area for the settlers to bury their family. Families from the surrounding 33 kilometres used this graveyard which is between Chipman and Hilliard. Once forgotten and overgrown, the cemetery has now been lovingly brought back into shape by a team of dedicated volunteers, led by Cassie Gavinchuk. Fourteen years ago, Father John Sembrat of Holy Trinity Parish in Vegreville went to bless the graveyard that was listed in the parish records and found it almost impossible to make his way through the brush and overgrown weeds to the graves. Gavinchuk, who led Fr. John to the forgotten cemetery, took it upon herself, with the help of her husband Rudolph and her son and daughter, to start to slowly rehabilitate the grounds. "It took us three years to get help to cut the trees down," said Gavinchuck. "Through the years we have had a few core people who have helped us keep the cemetery grounds - like Robert who lives next to the cemetery and has mown the lawn for years, just as a neighbour who helps." After removing the rosebushes and thorns, the caragana and spruce, they had a graveyard
witcher come out with radar to find the graves so that they could be marked by Rudolph Gavinchuk. Home to 70 graves, 59 of the burials have no records. Of those graves that are marked, the youngest burial is four and a half months and the oldest is 85 years of age. At the memorial were families of some of the people buried, like the family of Anna Lazarenko, who lived from 1877 to 1919. Her grandson and family gathered around her grave, trying to decipher the Ukrainian inscription and the year when she passed. After the memorial service led by Father Sembrat and Father Mark Bayrock of Edmonton, the families and guests returned to Mundare for a lunch. Jackie ArmstrongHomeniuk, who attended the graveyard service, was unable to attend the lunch but said she recognized some of the names on the graves as her family was from nearby. Reeve David Diduck of Lamont County, who could not attend that day, sent a written statement saying he grew up near the cemetery and may have a relative buried there. He continued, "the committee should be congratulated for the immaculate condition of the graveyard." The former Premier Ed Stelmach, spoke about how Lamont County has the most churches per square mile and how that is a sign of the settlers’ faith which helped them overcome many of the hardships they had to endure including the flu epidemic of 1918 and two world wars. "Each of these churches has a cemetery and we owe it to that first generation to remember them and
59 of the burials have no records
keep those cemeteries in shape." Gerry Dubyck, head of the cemetery committee, spoke about the steps they are going through to change the cemetery from inactive to active, and the need for monetary donations and for volunteers to step up and help keep the grounds in good shape. If you are interested in finding family that you believe may be buried there, or in donating time or money you can contact Cassie Gavinchuk at 780-7642166
The family of Anna Lazarenko, who died in 1919, visited her grave at the 11th annual cemetery memorial of the Tomeshewsky-Gavinchuck Pioneer Cemetery.
4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Wednesday, August 28, 2019
Opinion Appreciating the unappreciated A couple of weeks ago while I was cheering on my wife Michelle at the Edmonton Marathon, I was fortunate enough to observe some interesting, and even uplifting, goings-on that reminded me to appreciate the often unappreciated. After parking and walking to one of the blockade areas of Jasper Avenue, I chatted with an Edmonton police officer for a brief time in passing. He wanted to know where I was going, and I told him about Michelle working her way up to running marathons and that if her time was good enough that particular day, she would qualify for the world-famous Boston Marathon. He was impressed by her goal, and wished me well on her behalf. We agreed that neither of us could understand how these athletes physically accomplish what they do, or why, but it is amazing none the less. At one of the race turn-arounds, the Canadian military stood guard. One group of military officers handed out medals for marathon finishers. There was even a 10 km run for military personnel as part of the day’s activities, but this uniformed group at the turn were just guarding runners and helping out when needed. As the runners approached, the military cheered them on and congratulated them on their achievements. I was impressed at how authentically happy and engaged the young military members were, and also with the number of runners who thanked them for their service to Canada. One older gentleman, probably in his 80s, stopped and saluted them. It was a wonderful moment, and I could tell that the military members were choked up and so grateful for his patriotic gesture. This casual encounter, for some reason, made me think back to the old black and white television program “The Andy Griffith Show.” Andy was a small town sheriff (Andy Taylor) who very rarely dealt with many serious crimes, but he definitely had to police the characters who lived and interacted around town. He mostly did so using his likability, charm and public relations skills. Our military and police these days are often so busy with daily operations and paperwork, that pleasant public interactions can be few and far between. But it is important for them, and the public as well, as I observed first hand that day. Personally, my observations that day were an important reminder that the police and military are working to protect us; and that 99.9 percent of them are very good people despite a world of social media negativity often targeted at them both. But why else would they choose such selfless careers? After cheering on my wife, I thanked the military for their help and on the way back to my vehicle, I waved at the police officer and as he waved back he yelled: “How’d she do?” “She qualified,” I shouted, to which he signalled two big thumbs up. Kerry Anderson
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hood culture, quit drinking after her own family did an intervention. Quitting cold turkey and coming clean with her readers resonated with them and didn’t ruin her reputation as she feared. As always, people need to make their own best decisions and support the right of others to do the same. And if you decide to cut back or quit, there’s never been a cooler time to do it, from where I sit.
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BY HAZEL ANAKA Have you ever noticed how quick society is to attach labels to people, events, trends? I don’t know if it’s been forever thus. Or is this shorthand another by-product of our Twitter character limits, hashtag mentality, and diminishing attention spans? The shorthand may manifest as an acronym or a catchy phrase. Some examples, recent and older, that come to mind are DINK (double income no kids), NIMBY (not in my back yard), questioning (as in sexuality), snowbirds (seniors who fly south every winter), BTW (by the way), GOAT (greatest of all time). There is a real risk that just by someone my age sharing them with someone your age, they immediately fall out of favour never to be seen again! Still others, like DIYers refer to do-it-yourself-ers who’ve taken the home renovation field by storm. Maker is the new label describing anyone who makes things regardless of the medium: wood, fabric, paper, paint or dozens of other supplies. Exactly where makers fit on the spectrum from crafters to artisans to masters is subject to interpretation I guess. All the preceding is my way of introducing a new term I just read about. Sober-curious.
An August 2nd Edmonton Journal story reprinted a Washington Post piece about mothers who are opting out of drinking for the health benefits. Studies show women, especially in their 30s and 40s are drinking more than ever before. Scarier yet are the rates among women without children. We know there is no shortage of guilt, shaming, controversy, and everyone-has-an opinion surrounding motherhood and parenting. I hope the sober-curious movement isn’t just another tool to bludgeon mothers with.
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The Roamers called Lamont home Group of RVers have five day vacation at Lamont Recreation Centre MAUREEN SULLIVAN While a stay-cation usually means not leaving home, that is not quite as true when the home is on wheels. A group of RVers spent the week of August 12 to 16, parked at the Lamont Recreation Centre, traveling around the area and having, "a great time." The Roamers are
Chapter 44 , an Albertan branch of the of the Escapees - a North American club that welcomes the old, the young, part-time and full-time RVers to the world of taking your home with you. This was the second time that this group of friendly and welcoming people had come to Lamont. They were last
here about four years ago. While the main club has a rally every year where all chapters are welcome to attend, each local chapter will have a planned outing to visit local areas each year. "It's like a large family reunion, where everyone gathers to socialize, eat good food, share tips, answer questions and make new friends.
Anyone who is new to the lifestyle is welcome to contact the chapter and learn about the group and lifestyle," said member Elaine MacKenzie According to the chapter president Gary Long, the week consisted of a tour around the area to see the highlights, bean bag baseball (which the women won), and
evenings spent having communal suppers and playing games. On Friday mornings at the hitch-up breakfasts, the men get up early to make and serve breakfasts for all the ladies, before they all leave for home. "Sometimes we call ourselves the 182 club, because that’s the amount of days we are
allowed to be down south before it impacts our pensions" laughed Long. "While a lot of our members do go down south for the winter, we also have members that just do weekends and short stays," says Long.
A group of RVers called Lamont area home during the week of August 12-16. The Roamers were on a club rally to see the local sights.
LAMONT FIREFIGHTERS WASH VEHICLES TO RAISE FUNDS
Lamont volunteer firefighters hose down a vehicle during their car wash fundraiser on Aug. 24. The firefighters hoped to raise about $200 to $250 to help with advanced training and education. They had to cover the $20 up front costs for popsicles to give away, but with at least 20 cars cleaned, they did that.
UNGURAN, CLIFFORD September 9, 1943 ~ May 24, 2019 (Owen); step-daughters, Debby (Dave), Tenny (Bert); stepson, Robin (Mo); grandchildren, Braydon, Seth, Arlyss, Rylen, Neven, Wren, Keir, Malena, Jeremy (Kuo-Hsien), Jeffrey, Brittany (Cory); great-grandchildren, Jack and On May 24, 2019, Luca. He will also be Cliff passed away at missed by many nephews, his home at the age of nieces, extended family, and 75. friends. He will be remembered by his loving Cliff was predeceased wife, Shirley; sisters, by his father, Nick Elaine (Lorne), and mother, Pearl. Sylvia (Ed); daugh- A Celebration of Life ters, Janelle, Marcy will be held on (Toni), Taryn
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MLA Visits Bruderheim business community JANA SEMENIUK Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk spent the afternoon of Aug. 23 visiting members of Bruderheim’s business community. “I try to get to every community to see the businesses to see how successful they are, see if there are any concerns and to let them know I support them,” said Armstrong-Homeniuk. “as well as the Government of Alberta.” A visit through Bruderheim was scheduled for last month, however had to be rescheduled due to conflicting appointments. On Aug. 23, the MLA was able to visit and speak with five local business owners and managers including; Deb Ruether, manager of the Studio 6 Hotel, Andrea Hinken, owner/operator of Old Country Sausage, and Shania Rhinehart, owner and massage therapist at Inner Balance Massage and Wellness. Ruether welcomed Armstrong-Homeniuk, who was accompanied
by Bruderheim Mayor, Karl Hauch, Deputy Mayor, Pat Lee, and Councillor, Wayne Olechow. Together, she led the group on a tour of the hotel. As they made their way through the main floor, Ruether explained how the hotel is constructed almost entirely out of recycled shipping containers. It offers 63 rooms, all with kitchenettes, a lounge area, fitness room and large meeting room. In terms of hotel occupancy, Ruether related that companies who had booked rooms for their work crews over the summer were finding
they had to cancel and re-book due to the extreme rain over July. However, as the weather is drying up the work crews are returning and the hotel is getting busier. “We had quite a few different companies come in. They would book for two or three months and then the weather got bad, so they would come in for two or three days, have to leave and come back,” said Ruether. “Now that summer is ending, they are all booking again and coming in so that is wonderful.” Armstrong-Homeniuk was amazed at the hotel
MLA Jackie Armstrong Homeniuk, left, with Studio 6 Hotel Manager Deb Ruether.
construction. “I think using shipping containers is a great way to have something affordable,” she said. “The hotel’s construction is fascinating as well as being beautiful.” She also spoke to how she feels visiting rural Alberta. “I love rural Alberta; I love small communities,” said ArmstrongHomeniuk. “I love meeting with business owners. I have to say I have the best constituency in Alberta and everyone has been really great. The people I have met have said it was time (for a change)” Ruether was happy for a chance to finally meet our new MLA. “I was glad I got to meet her. I was very impressed with how the mayor and council members joined her,” said Ruether. “That was nice.” The Studio 6 Hotel, constructed in 2016, is built almost entirely out of recycled shipping containers — making it the largest structure of its kind in North America.
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Warrant was issued for missing woman BY JANA SEMENIUK An Edmonton woman, seen in Bruderheim before she went missing, had warrants out for her arrest. Patricia Pangracs, 32, was reported missing July 8 although she was last seen alive a month prior. As reported by the Edmonton Journal, court records showed Pangracs missed a November 22, 2018 court date in Edmonton’s Court of Queen’s Bench which resulted in a warrant being issued for her arrest. She was to face three October 18, 2016 charges which included trafficking a controlled substance (heroin), possession of stolen property under $5,000 and trafficking a controlled substance (carfentanil). In Edmonton Provincial Court, 79 charges against Pangracs from September 2015 were resolved with a number of them withdrawn on August 15, 2017. As well, she was sentenced to 33 months in jail with a 25-month credit, issued a lifetime
firearm ban, plus handed a $200 surcharge for possession for the purpose of trafficking (methamphetamine) and possession for the purpose of trafficking (cocaine). Pangracs has been missing since she was last captured on security video footage at a Bruderheim gas station. Security footage, from the Bruderheim Esso gas station on June 7, showed a dark-haired woman pulling up in a white Cadillac and entering the store. Police later confirmed she was Pangracs. Although she was last seen June 8, Pangracs was not reported missing until July 8. On August 10, as reported by Global news, police and five k9 units were focusing their search on four parcels of land located around the intersection of Range Road 233 and Township Road 514. Although the search did not uncover her whereabouts, police indicated they did receive new
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Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival
The Ruta, a musical folk ensemble from Edmonton, performed.
Festival Continued from Front The Lamont County Kid Zone kept the youngsters busy with free activities all weekend. There was a sunflower planting station, colouring, making a floral headpiece and cross stitch bookmarks, and treasure hunts as well as games outside presented by Lamont County FCSS and Parent Link. Workshops were held throughout the weekend, where participants could learn to plait wheat, paint Pysanky or learn how to make Studenets, a food made from the rest of the pig. The 'Love Letters From the Past' exhibit explored letters, memoirs, and family photographs from the early 1900s as the Ukrainian Canadian Community developed. Baba Magda had the answers about all as she took questions on Saturday, and Bethany Raymer demonstrated horseshoeing and horseshoe construction. While the Fenton family
provided a horse drawn guided tour around historic sites of Lamont with a stop at the First 125 Ukrainian Settlers plaque at Millennium Park. Music and dances were performed by many Ukrainian groups throughout the weekend, and of course there was plenty of Ukrainian food, and a beer tent. The highlight for many was the Zabava on Saturday night, with a buffet of traditional Ukrainian food, followed by performances by the Vohan Dance Company from Edmonton, and Ruta, an eight member Ukrainian folk ensemble. The Convertibles performed a variety of great music for the dance following dinner. Stella Stevens from CFCW radio was the Mistress of Ceremonies, Jackie ArmstrongHomeniuk, MLA for Vegreville-Fort Saskatchewan; Bill Skinner, Mayor of Lamont; and David Diduck, Reeve of the County of Lamont all gave welcoming words.
The comedic character dances by the Chudouyi Dance Group out of Innisfree.
The Borshch Cook-off winners; in first place - Carol Scukynski, second - Judy Wolowych-Negry, and third - Phyllis Scukynski with the judges Chef Serge Belair, Donovan Workun and Chef Myles Fedun
Hamming it up in the Photo Booth.
Baba Magma waits for the chicken to mark his spot at the Kurka Krap.
Many musical performances and dances were seen throughout the weekend. Irene Topolnitsky instructs a student on how to plait wheat.
Christine Koscielnuk demonstrates how to paint a Pysanky.
Rachel Mandrusian shows off the floral headdress she made.
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RECOGNITION FROM COUNCIL Bruderheim council surprised Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny Aug. 21, with a framed print of the Lamont Leader article detailing her being awarded the Association of Science and Engineering Technology of Alberta’s technologist of the year in April of this year. Podoborozny was the first women to ever receive the award, and council felt she deserved recognition for her achievement.
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Bruderheim Investment Program rescues library BY JOHN MATHER The Bruderheim Community Investment Program came to the rescue of the financially strapped town library when council approved the expenditure of $3,000 to help them keep the doors open. Earlier in the year, members of the library board had appeared before council stating budget cuts from Lamont County had left them with a shortfall and they were facing staff cutbacks and cuts to children’s programming for the next year if $3,000 couldn’t be secured. At that time, Bruderheim Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny told the delegation that they could apply to receive funds from the Community Investment program, which they did. At council on Aug 21, the application for funding came before council. Podoborozny told coun-
cil she had contacted Lamont County and had been told library funding had been trimmed for several years. Further she added the county funded all libraries in Lamont by the same amount and it wasn’t funded on a per capita basis. She told council the library had been covering its operating losses for the past couple of years from its reserve funds but those were now running low which was why they were facing the budget shortfall. Council with very little discussion approved the $3,000 request. A slightly more contentious issue was a request from the Fort Saskatchewan Community Band for $500 to purchase a Timpani Drum set to improve the quality of music for the band. Councillor Len Falardeau felt the money from the investment fund shouldn’t be used for organizations from
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Apartment owners dispute high water bill with Bruderheim BY JOHN MATHER The managers and controller of Oasis in the Heartland Apartments on 56 Ave. appeared before Bruderheim council Aug. 21 to discuss what they perceive to be an excessive utility bill. Annette Miller, the controller, told council new owners had taken over the building in in 2017. Since then, occupancy had dwindled, at times, down to less than three tenants. “The recession has hit us very hard,” she said. “We had some strained relations based on previous tenants and management.” Miller said they allowed the town to take payments for water and sewer directly from their bank account. Chief Administrative Officer Patty Podoborozny interrupted to tell council this was an administration matter, which officials felt council should be made aware of. Oasis stopped payment to their direct debit because during 2018 the apartment had low occupancy and felt the water and sewer bill was “way too high” for usage in the few suites. They were looking for a rebate for 2018 and also asking that they only be charged for water used, until such times as the occupancy of the building was back to normal. She told council both Oasis and the town had tried to arrive at a mutually acceptable payment plan but had been unable to reach an agreement. In 2108 Oasis paid out more than $60,880 and only had nine suites rented. In 2107 the town reduced the amount based on actual usage and the bill was $715 per month, but Miller said that was short lived. “Since March of this year, she said they have been making payments in good faith, but $5,000 a month is too much for the economy we’re in right now and we need some consideration from the town.” She added the firm now encourages local spending, and lets people know the great offers in Bruderheim. In addition they have quit pro-
viding laundry to tenants, cut light usage and stopped watering lawns at the property. She said they were now concentrating on some longer term tenants by reaching out to people with disabilities and seniors to move into the building. In addition, they housed firefighters during wildfires a year ago, and recently have provided housing for people displaced from an apartment complex in Fort Saskatchewan. She added they worked closely with the fire department to make sure things are safe. She was asking council to come up with an accurate usage of water and sewer based on what meter readings were. Current billing isn’t based on occupancy. Podoborozny told council the town has a fees and schedules bylaw that outlines what apartments and businesses have to pay for their utilities and administration can’t unilaterally change it. She added the town needed a payment, pointed out an additional bylaw that stated if utilities weren’t paid after three months they would be shut off. “This is the process we’ve followed and we then suggested Oasis come to council.” She further suggested any decision the town might make be done in camera, so Oasis financial situation be kept private. Councillor George Campbell said the amount seemed very high compared to other businesses in town. He said he would like to see some numbers brought forward including consumption for garbage, water and sewer. “At $60,000 a year that seems really high.” he said. Councillor Wayne Olechow asked if they got the same type of bill residents got and was told they did but at a different rate. Councillor Judy Schueler wanted more information from 2017 on and wanted to see occupancy rates for the same period because she
felt council didn’t have enough information.” Councillor Len Falardeau added he felt the apartment should only be billed on occupancy until such time as the occupancy of the building pickled up.
“I don’t feel they should be on a flat rate at this time. The car wash goes on consumption and everything else goes on consumption. I think they should be charged on consumption until their occupancy is up to
50 per cent.” Schueler moved council delay any decision until further information was obtained and then it be held in closed session.” Miller said occupancy currently is at about 40
per cent or 26 units being rented. Schueler asked if they would be cut off at the end of the month and Podoborozny said the two sides had worked out an agreement to avoid this.
Trying out the impaired driving course that was set up at the Lamont and Strathcona Farm Safety Day in Josephburg on August 23 was David Diduck, Reeve of Lamont County.
Council wants another crime prevention open house in Bruderheim BY JOHN MATHER In information requests at Bruderheim Council, Aug. 21, Councillor George Campbell asked if administration was going to hold another event with the RCMP: and various crime watch groups to discuss ways to keep the community safer. A previous open house wasn’t well attended and he would like to see one held in the fall. Chief Administrative officer Patty Podoborozny said there was too much scheduled for September, but she could look at later in October or November. Campbell made a motion passed by council to have administration move forward on setting up a second open house. Podoborozny suggested Lamont be invited to the open house as well, “since they seem to be experiencing the same
problems.” Mayor Karl Hauch said he was asked by a resident if council could review the snow removal policy or community standards bylaw to ensure people clean their sidewalks or possibly fine people who don’t. Podoborozny said it would be hard to enforce, but Hauch moved ahead to make a motion to bring the bylaw back to council. He added he wanted to have a discussion on the subject. Councillor Olechow asked if the town could pass a motion to ask citizens to do something the town might not do, which is keeping sidewalks clean in a timely manner after a snowfall. Podoborozny said the community standards would be coming back to council later in the fall, but Hauch argued he just wanted to be transparent and ensure residents knew their requests were
being brought to council. His motion was carried. Councillor Wayne Olechow asked if ice could be kept in the Karol Maschmeyer longer if the town’s top two tiered teams went to provincials. “They probably won’t know until January whether they will be playing or not,” he said. “But I’d like to know if we can keep the ice in past March 15. If not we’d have to go to Lamont, but we would still play as a Bruderheim team.” Administration will get information back to him. Councillor Judy Schueler wondered if the Thursday evening music in the park could be delayed in start time because the seniors in the residence across from the park eats at the time the concerts are held. Schueler was told since it was run by volunteers it was hard to
say when it would start. Schueler said the seniors eat between 5 and 5:30 p.m. and then they didn’t come out for the music. She felt if the time was delayed more people could attend. Olechow stated how pleased he was with the new skateboard park. “My son is out there from 9 am. and doesn’t come back until lunch time and then he is back out there.” “It’s being very well used and I want to thank the town for putting it in.” Hauch further asked if the town had a snow angels program where volunteers help clear the sidewalks for those who can’t manage the job themselves. Podoborozny indicated the Lamont FCSS did this and it was advertised on the town’s website.
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