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Lamont Health Care Centre powers up with eco-friendly solar powered system Shell tops up commitment with $50,000 contribution for local project Michelle Pinon Editor
The Lamont Health Care Centre (LHCC) is making strides to reduce its environmental footprint. Board members have been making strides over the past year, and with $50,000 in funding from Shell Canada, have purchased a solar powered system. On Nov. 20, Kent Harrold, board chair of the LHCC, along with Tim Wiwchar and John Losty, representatives with Shell officially cut the ribbon to unveil the solar powered system in the LHCC’s main waiting room. “The LHCC appreciates Shell’s support for this green energy project, which will generate at peak
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Tim Wiwchar, left, presents Kent Harrold, board chair of the Lamont Health Care Centre with a $50,000 cheque for its new solar powered system during a special presentation and unveilling ceremony on Nov. 20.
The new photovoltaic system was installed in late summer, and is already getting rave reviews from board members, staff, residents and visitors.
activity a savings of approximately 11,000 kwh of power annually, coupled with a reduction of over 10,000 kilograms of carbon emissions per year,” stated Harrold. The annual savings on average is the equivalent to the energy consumed by approximately two homes in Alberta or the equivalent of removing two passenger vehicles off the road, added Harrold. While two cars might not seem like a lot, Wiwchar said the Quest Project will be the equivalent of 175,000 cars. He encouraged other municipalities across Canada to do the same. “This certainly fits in with our philosophy and we’re more than happy to support the board and its vision.” Wiwchar went on to say: “Shell is pleased to support this community investment, which aligns with our own goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions from our operations,” added Wiwchar, manager of Shell’s Quest Carbon Capture and Storage Project, which is currently under construction at the nearby Scotford Upgrader. “We commend the LHCC for
their leadership in implementing this innovative green energy system.” The new solar powered system consists of 40 solar panels on the service wing of the 1999 roof section of the hospital with the ability to accommodate additional panels over time. The system was designed by Clifton Lofthaug of Great Canadian Solar, who was also on hand for the official unveiling last Wednesday. “I’m very pleased Shell saw fit to support us and the project,” stated Harrold, who thanked the company for its sense of responsibility and funding of the project on behalf of the board. Wayne Field, councillor with the Town of Lamont, who was in attendance said the system lends itself well because of the size of the building (ie flat roof and ample square footage), and said it would perhaps be a nice application for the arena and curling rink in town, depending on its practicality and return on investment.
2 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Local communities to lobby transportation minister for improvements to Highway 15 Michelle Pinon Editor
Three local municipalities are banning together to lobby Alberta’s transportation minister to make improvements to Highway 15. Bruderheim Town Council, Lamont Town Council, and Lamont County Council have all agreed to send a letter collectively to Ric McIver, Minister of Transportation in an effort to convince him that Highway 15 needs to become a high priority for upgrades. A sample of the proposed letter was presented to county council Nov.19, and members unanimously passed a motion directing Reeve Wayne Woldanski to work with the Town of Lamont and the Town of Bruderheim to develop a letter to the Hon. Minister of
Transportation Ric McIver in reference to the twinning of Highway 15, intersection improvements, and developing of passing lanes on Highway 15. Reeve Woldanski stated that the more letters that are sent to the transportation minister, the better the response will be. Div. 5 Coun. Robert Malica agreed, stating: “The more lobbying we do the better it will be.” Woldanski also pointed out the that local MLA Jacquie Fenske is working behind the scenes on behalf of the municipalities. According to the sample letter, that will under go revisions, it states: “As the Mayors and Reeve of this region we wanted to collectively write to you in regards to traffic volumes and highway conditions in the area. As growth in the area and Alberta’s
Industrial Heartland continues, we see ever increasing traffic and the prevalence and potential for crashes.” The sample letter went on to state: “The focus on Highway 15 upgrades is critical to support development and highway safety in the region. We hope that the twinning of Highway 15 east of Fort Saskatchewan through to the Town of Lamont is viewed as high priority major traffic infrastructure improvement by the Alberta Government.” The letter went on to emphasize growth that is coming into the area and need to protect residents and visitors traveling on Highway 15.
URGENT APPEAL! Typhoon Haiyan Relief Fund
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The Bruderheim Day Care held its open house Nov. 18 for parents and community members. On hand for the welcoming celebration were: Shelley Ross, Deputy Mayor, (left), Doug Sullivan, Executive Director of LCREDI, Owner Karen Cooper, daughter and staff members Kara Cooper, Charlotte Kelley, and Cindy Collinge. Below, youngsters test out some of the toys.
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NOW YOUR HELP IS URGENTLY NEEDED. We have teamed up with the Red Cross to raise funds for the relief effort. But we need your help. Please give generously by stopping by our offices in Killam, Sedgewick, Viking,Tofield, or Lamont. Cheques only please. Canadian Red Cross will issue tax receipts for this remarkable and timely cause. All funds will go towards helping in the relief effort.
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), November 26, 2013- 3
Burn benefit raises $41,850 for Wendorff family Michelle Pinon Editor
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Angela Wendorff accepts a cheque for $41,850 from Ken Pilip, President of the St. Michael Community & District Agricultural Society on Nov. 16.
Blizzard type weather and hazardous road conditions could not stop nearly 400 people from driving out to the hamlet of St. Michael Nov. 16 in support of the Wendorff family and the burn benefit hosted by the local agricultural society. At the end of the evening, which featured a pasta supper, live and silent auctions; Ken Pilip, President of the St. Michael Community and District Agricultural Society presented Angela Wendorff with a cheque for $41,850. Angela wanted to thank everyone on behalf of herself and her husband Markus, who attended and supported the fundraiser. “The businesses and communities were overly generous and we just want to
thank everyone from the bottom of our hearts.� Markus, who was raised and farms in the St. Michael area, was badly burned in an explosion on Aug. 7, 2013. Despite the fact that more than 70 per cent of his body was badly burned, he has beaten the odds, survived multiple surgeries, blood transfusions, and numerous medical challenges; and now, he is nearly ready to be transferred from the burn unit to the Glenrose Hospital for rehabilitation. When Angela phoned Markus to tell him how much money was raised from the event, “he was speechless.� Both were moved beyond words by the outpouring of love, depth of caring, and generosity of people who travelled from far and wide to attend the special event. “The amount
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of love we felt was the best feeling in the world.� Angela was also amazed by the number of people in attendance who are related to people in the St. Michael area. The Wendorff’s have also made many connections with Markus’ relatives in Germany as well as former classmates of Angela’s from the Stettler area as well as old and new friends
through Facebook. “It’s allowed everyone to keep in touch.� Angela says the outpouring of contributions have definitely relieved her stress and worries around money. “It’s a huge burden off our shoulders,� added Angela, who has to travel from home to hospital many times a week to be with Markus. “Markus and I would like to thank everyone.�
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4 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, November 26, 2013
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Poking and prodding uncovers scam It never ceases to amaze me. Scam artists can be found anywhere. Everyone knows about the ones that call your phone asking for your personal information, or even sending you an email telling you there is something wrong with your bank account, I’ve ran into both personally myself. However, just this week I ran into a new scheme that really had me shaking my head. It started with job searching. I was on Indeed Job Search and applying for jobs that looked interesting for my upcoming move, and the very next morning I had a response from a “very interested” job prospect. Without digging too far, everything seemed legit so I continued to answer
some of their preliminary questions that were to determine my actual experience for the job, and how my communication skills were, among other things. None of these were personal questions. Yet. However, as I replied and answered the questions they had laid out for me, I realized I had some questions of my own. This person was looking for an assistant in his office in Edmonton to help with the times he was traveling and unavailable. So, at the end of my email I listed several questions of my own, asking for more information on the company as well as the person I would be working for. The face behind the email so to speak. I had a specific date that I could start, which I told them,
and asked if they would be willing to wait that long for someone to start. After I sent my responses to the interview questions, I decided to look a little bit more into the company. It didn’t take me long to realize something was seriously fishy. The email adress was from the domain McCabeGalleries.com, and the company that I had applied to was Teharno Tech Companies. Hmm. Why would there be two completely different company names, and two completely different themes as well. I mean, a technology company and an art gallery aren’t even close to similar. Imagine my surprise though when after a lengthy amount of
research, neither company even exists in Canada. There are numerous McCabes who show art in Canada, but none that reference the same name as my prospective “employer” and no actual business with that name. It wasn’t long after my digging around that a new email appeared in my inbox titled “Congratulations and detail verification”. By this time I was shaking my head again because go figure, the email was a generic format that did not respond to anything I had said. The email said it was imperative for me to start immediately (I had told them they had three weeks to wait), and they would be unable to meet me as they are out of town.
I read. I told them that under no uncertain terms was my personal information going to be given to them with this so called amazing job offer until they answered the questions I had sent them previously which were so dutifully ignored. Surprise surprise, it was the last I heard from them. Always remember to ask questions. Ask lots of them, and be persistent. If they have nothing to hide, there will be no issues in them answering them. It’s better to protect yourself than avoid the possibility of annoying someone just because you are unsure of something.
A little bit farther down the email it started asking for personal information so they could start shipping all these things to me that I would “need” for the job. Needless to say, I laughed; especially after using reverse phone lookup and realizing both numbers he gave me were out of Miami, Florida. I looked online and found that there were a number of people who had gotten the same job offer in the past, and it had cost them thousands of dollars because they were sent a false cheque to be wired out to pay the employers bills, then found the money wasn’t actually there and it was on them to make up the funds. I’m seriously glad that I am not someone that believes EVERYTHING
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Letter to the Editor Honouring Hospice and Palliative Care Month I’m often asked if it’s difficult to be a hospice volunteer and my answer is absolutely not! I’m proud to be a volunteer at Cedar Valley Hospice and provide comfort, care and love to families when they need it the most. November is National Hospice and Palliative Care Month and I thought this would be a good time to share a few thoughts about hospice and what I’ve learned as a volunteer. My hope is to provide a better understanding of hospice care. A comment I hear from patients and families is that we wish we would have called sooner. I find that many people
do not understand the concept of hospice and wait until the last possible day to call. When families get to hospice so late, they miss out on many of the benefits of hospice care. One of those benefits being good quality time with loved ones. The goal for staff and volunteers at Cedar Valley Hospice is to make each moment matter, which can be done in many ways, including getting the patients pain under control, giving the entire family support and greater peace of mind, or even creating a video with the patient and family for loved ones to keep. It’s also important to understand
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that hospice is a concept of care and uses a team of people which includes a doctor, nurse, social worker, chaplain, volunteer and aid. This team approach not only is beneficial to the patient, it’s also extremely helpful for the families. I’m also very proud of the fact that Cedar Valley Hospice is a not-for-profit organization that has been serving patients and families for 35 years. Created by members of our community who saw a need for care during a person’s journey with a life-limiting illness, no one is ever turned away if they are not able to pay. November is National Hospice and
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), November 26, 2013- 5
Prairie EMS and Alberta Health Services unveil new Medi-Magnet pouches Michelle Pinon Editor
A local emergency care provider is in the process of unveiling a new product that will increase the efficiency of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) providers and better assist people with medical conditions in the community. The Medi-Magnet is a small folder, like the ones we keep insurance and registration in, and comes with a sticker on one side which is to be
attached to the front door of the home which immediately alerts EMS providers or other healthcare providers entering the home that there will be further medical information in the home. The pouch itself should be applied to the fridge door for immediate recognition that an individual’s medical information is inside. “The idea is to target higher risk population such as individuals with chronic medical conditions, cognitive impair-
Mike Klos, of Prairie EMS, was on hand to unveil the Capsule of Life during Seniors Week during an appreciation breakfast this past June.
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ment, or truly any individuals with medications or medical history can benefit by having the crucial information readily available during an emergency situation,” says Cindy Rosychuk, operations manager and paramedic with Prairie EMS. The benefits of the Medi-Magnet are many, and will be felt locally, regionally and provincially as a results of the collaborative efforts of Alberta Health Services (AHS) EMS and the Grand Prairie EMS Foundation. Carol Lynn Babiuk, health promotion facilitator with AHS, recommends people have the Medi-Magnet on both their fridge at home and in the glove box of their vehicle in case something should happen on the road. “There are many stories provincially that have identified the positive outcome due to having had the relevant information available and easily accessible with the Medi-Magnet,” adds Rosychuk. The Medi-Magnet pouch includes a pamphlet in which to write general information, current medications, and
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Cindy Rosychuk, operations manager and paramedic with Prairie EMS displays some of the Medi-Magnet pouches which are now available to local residents throughout Lamont County. medical conditions. Rosychuk says it also includes a couple of contact numbers for people to phone if they require further assistance or a new form. “I also want to highlight that the Capusule of Life, which has been pro-
moted recently, has the same initiative, effect and outcomes. Both products aim to simply benefit all people in our communities,” pointed out Rosychuk. The Medi-Magnet is free of charge, and currently available at the
Lamont Alliance Church 44 st. & 50 Ave. 780-895-2879 Pastor Ron Wurtz Sunday Service 10:00 am
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6 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, November 26, 2013
EIPS dips into reserves to balance its budget Michelle Pinon Editor
While Elk Island Public Schools (EIPS) trustees are doing everything in their power to keep budget cuts out of the classroom, it is only a matter of time before students begin to bear the brunt of funding cuts. That will be the predictable reality, unless decision makers with the province's department of education, decide to give school boards (including EIPS) an new injection of cash in the coming year. According to EIPS board chair Trina Boymook, "2014-'15 will be the last time we can use reserves to maintain service levels." Boymook says it's important for the public to get involved. While school boards have been lobbying the province; Boymook says now is the time for par-
ents and community members to add their own voices to the funding issue. "We need residents and parents to talk, email and write letters." Boymook also encourages parents and community members to stay connected to their school councils. "It's so important for parents to be involved and see how they (funding cuts)
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impact their schools." This past Wednesday, trustees approved the fall budget for 2013-'14. According to EIPS, "the revised operating budget for the period Sept. 1, 2013 to Aug. 31, 2014 is $188,555,224 and includes an operating deficit of $5,115,491 which will be offset using operating reserves." In a press release dated Nov. 21, EIPS stated: "The division has used $1,975,637 in reserve funds to support current services levels in the 2013/2014 budget. By Aug. 31, 2014, operating reserves are projected to be about $10.5 million (or 5.6 per cent of the total operating budget). By Aug. 31, 2015, they are projected to be just over $8 million (or 4.3 of the operating budget). For the first time, these reserves included School
Generated Funds (SGF) of approximately $2 million. Previously, SGF's were reported as deferred revenue. "One of the key budget principles we follow is our focus on instruction and directing money to the classroom," noted Scott McFadyen, chief financial officer and secr e t a r y - t r e a s u r e r. "Although our revenue from the provincial government is down $1.5 million, the funding allocated to school instruction is up $1.1 million." Although EIPS has seen an enrollment increase in 2013/'14 of 280 students to 16,623 students (an increase of about 1.7 per cent), the EIPS operating budget decreased $1.8 million from 2012-'13. However, consistent with prior years, more than 80 per cent of the total budget is allocated to instruction.
"Throughout both the spring and fall budget processes, every effort was made to keep the budget cuts away from the classroom. Our division worked to absorb the funding decrease centrally within our departments, and we have used our reserves to maintain service levels at the schools as close as possible to previous years; however, this use of reserves is not sustainable over the long term," added Boymook. The board initially approved the division budget in May based on a set of key budget assumptions, including the maintenance of a minimum reserve balance and projected enrolment numbers. (In May 2013, EIPS' projected 2013/'14 enrolment was 16,400 students.) The board approves a revised budget each fall that
takes into consideration the actual Sept. 30 enrolment information and changes that may have occurred related to staffing requirements based on actual student registrations. As outlined by EIPS, "The 2013/'14 budget includes $529,755 for initiatives identified in the spring budget process, including substitute coverage for school professional development, division software and hardware, a school mentor, and a balanced literacy co-ordinator. An additional $500,000 was allocated in the fall budget process. Boymook stressed the importance of attaining sustainable, predictable funding from the province in order for the board to be able to plan more than one year at a time.
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Staff and students at Andrew School have been growing moustaches for the past three weeks to raise money for Prostate Cancer. To date that have raised $560 and are shooting for a total of $1,000. To donate go to the Andrew School website.From left to right are: Mr. Goudie, Alex MacDougall, Bryce Biron, Zach Miller, Mr. Kennerd, Mr. Kokotailo, Mr. Verhoeff, Mr. Cruickshank.
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On a chilly Tuesday morning after the weekend storm, crews could be seen working on the snow removal on main street in the Town of Lamont
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), November 26, 2013- 7
Lamont county council approves covenants Michelle Pinon Editor
Members of Lamont County unanimously passed the council and chief administrative officer’s covenant during their Nov. 19 meeting. CAO Al Harvey told members of council the covenant is usually passed after each election, and made the recommendation to do the same during council’s first regular meeting since the municipal election on Oct. 21. According to points of the covenant, members of council will carry out responsibilities as set out in the applicable legisla-
tion to the best of their abilities, review the background information and advice made available to them by administration prior to rendering a decision, and to seek further input when they are unsure of the issues or uncertain as to the preferred course of action. Council members are also directed to: “Provide effective leadership through guiding the corporation and the municipality through annual or longer term goals and priorities, through the budget approval process and by agreeing to reasonable policies which reflect, in our views, the
best interests of a majority of our citizens.” “Refer any complaints, either written or verbal, about the decisions of council or the actions of administration, to the CAO for review, comment and follow up as appropriate.” Council members are to make decisions they believe to be in the best interests of its citizens, seek to actively participate in the decision making process, and act as good stewards of the municipality and as a public servant of our citizens through ethical conduct. Members are to ensure formal performance
evaluations of the CAO annually and involve the CAO in the process so as to ensure a full understanding of council’s candid assessment. The document went onto state that members are to refrain from making any commitments on behalf of council to individual citizens or groups other than to take the request up with the council or CAO and to respond appropriately. Refrain from any public or private criticism of our administration wherein individual employees are identified.” As far as the CAO goes, they are to act in an
honest and ethical manner, provide professionally sound, ethical, and legal advice in accordance with the policies, objectives, resolutions and bylaws of council. As well, the CAO is to ensure the chief elected official and councillors are accorded respect in all of their personal and public comments. The CAO is to seek to: “Ensure that council is aware of any key issues as they arise and thus avoid the problems associated with surprises.” The CAO is also directed to: “Ensure that council is made aware of the full picture with regard to each issue at least to the
extent that the administration is aware of such information and ensure that council has access to the reasonable decision options as well as my recommendations as CAO. Ensure that all major issues are tracked in sufficient detail so as to advise council of any progress, anticipated problems or decision points. Admit to any mistakes of substance made by myself or my staff and take corrective action. Listen carefully to the concerns of council vis-a-vis my performance and seek to improve any deficiencies on an ongoing basis.”
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A terrific crowd was on hand for the annual Christmas in the Country event held at the St. Michael Recreation Centre Nov. 23. There were a multitude of baking, crafts, handmade items for sale for people to choose from. The kids decorated cookies, ornaments, and visited Santa during the one day extravaganza.
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Grade 9 students from Lamont High School participated in the PARTY program on November 19, 2013 at the Bruderheim Fire Station. Students sat through presentations from Prairie EMS, Bruderheim Fire Department, and the RCMP. The program focused on consequences of actions, both good and bad. Fire Fighter Leslie Clarke shows Luke Farrell how a hydraulic ram operates.
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New organ donation online registry brings hope to Bruderheim man waiting for new kidney Michelle Pinon Editor
To look at Greg Melnick one would never know he is sick. Lack of visible signs is just one of the obstacles the Bruderheim man faces on a regular basis. His biggest challenge however, and largest consumer of his precious time and limited energy is dialysis. Greg must spend three days a week hooked up to the purification machine in order for his kidneys to function. Each session is five hours in duration. He has been enduring this process for the past three-and-a-half years after he was officially diagnosed with polycystic kidney disease. Primarily a genetic disease, its wasn't until Greg and his wife Jillian were trying to conceive, that they learned via ultrasound and blood testing that Greg had polycystic kidney disease. "By the time we found out, Greg only had 15 per cent of his kidneys functioning," said Jillian. Since then, Greg's kidney function has been lowered to five per cent, and that is when he started undergoing dialysis. Greg admits, "The news was pretty devastating." But, the former power engineer, tries to keep a positive attitude and get as much sleep as possible, when possible. He is also very grateful
to have been able to spend more time with his twin girls Hannah and Jennifer and young son David. Because Greg has a suppressed immune system he is anemic, and must have his blood sugar levels closely monitored. "The kidneys regulate blood cells and that's why I'm anemic," explained Greg. "We have to constantly check his blood sugars," added Jillian, as diabetes can result in renal failure. The biggest change has been lifestyle and being stuck to a chair, said Greg. Going to visit family members or go on vacation with family members is also out of the question as he has to be within 15-20 minutes of a hospital. Jillian said that on a day to day basis they are doing fine, but also knows that a kidney transplant would save Greg's life. He has been on the waiting list for several years and has moved from 20th to the top 10 now. Once he moves into the top five, surgery could be slated at any time. Both Jillian and Greg see things with the glass half full instead of the glass half empty, and having that type of outlook has seen them through the difficult times. "The new bill sounds promising," added Greg, who would like to see a system where everyone was put on the organ
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Jennifer, Hannah, mom Jillian, dad Greg and David in the living room of their Bruderheim home. The family have called Bruderheim home for the past three-and-a-half years. Up until the new Act donation list, and only for Albertans to provide organs and/or tissue those who opt out are off their consent to donate, either online or at their was proclaimed, consent the list. He feels it would ensuring all Albertans local registry starting in to donate needed to be provided in writing, improve the system and who wish to donate 2015. According to Fred dated, signed and witprovide a much larger make it known," stated Horne, Minister of nessed to be legally bindsupply of potential Webber. Premier Alison Reford, Health, "Under the new ing. Albertans could also donors. He was glad to hear of also thanked Webber for Act, Albertans renewing sign the Universal Donor the passing of Bill 207, putting forward the leg- their driver's licences or Card" on the back of the Human Tissue and islation. "Our govern- other pieces of identifica- their Alberta Health Care Organ Donation ment is eager to do tion will be asked if they insurance card. Both Jillian and Greg Amendment Act, that everything we can to consent, and the registry was officially passed in reduce wait times for agent transmits that encourage people to sign to the their donor cards. "Talk the legislature a couple transplants and give information Organ and to your family and let of weeks ago. The Act Albertans in need access Alberta was originally intro- to the treatment that will Tissue Donation Agency your wishes be known," or drastically for inclusion in the added Jillian, who also duced as a private mem- save online registry. The recommends supporting ber's bill by Calgary- improve a life." will then the Kidney Foundation The new Act establish- applicant Foothills MLA Len es a single agency to co- receive a sticker that can of Canada. Webber. "Organ and tissue ordinate organ and tis- be put on the driver's donation saves lives and sue donations in Alberta, license or other identifiwe need to make sure and creates a consent to cation to indicate they registry. are a donor. Albertans Albertans know how donate important it is. An online Albertans who are will- will also be able to directregistry will make it easy ing to donate their ly register online."
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St. Michael water truck ignites heated debate during county council meeting Michelle Pinon Editor
The St. Michael fire truck became the source of a heated discussion in county council chambers this past week. The truck and its usage became a source of debate after Div. 3 Councillor Roy Bryks requested the item be added to the agenda at the beginning of last Tuesday's meeting that got underway shortly after 9:30 a.m. It wasn't until after lunch that it was introduced on the floor. Coun. Bryks said his phone was full of messages from angry ratepayers. Apparently, local residents were upset the fire truck had been pulled out of service. "People are up in arms," said Bryks, because they were told the tanker truck had
been whisked out of the hall. Reeve Wayne Woldanski asked aloud: "Is this the forum you want to talk about it?" Coun. Bryks said there was no reason the issue should not be discussed in public. He went on to ask if the truck was there and if it was in service. Emergency services coordinator Randy Siemens, who was present in council chambers during discussion told Coun. Bryks and other members of council that the fire truck had been taken out of service for maintenance, but was put back in the building at the end of the day. Siemens said the fire truck, which is a county truck, is primarily used as a water truck because it is a small tender. He said most fire trucks carry more than 3,000 gallons of water versus
the St. Michael tanker which holds 1,200 gallons. In most cases, Siemens said the truck, which is around 30 years of age, is not called into service and he calls dispatch to phone for a larger tender which can come from Bruderheim, Chipman or Andrew. Siemens said the truck "is not that usable" and is not "serving the purpose" that it was designed for. "The fuel bills are huge." Harold Hamilton, director of public works, explained that the truck is used mostly as a tanker for the St. Michael water system to pump out the well when chlorine levels get too high. The truck is used to dispose of the back wash once a week. Siemens said the truck is showing its age. But Coun. Bryks asked if they could use it?
Siemens said yes. Bryks, who was tapping his pen on the desk asked Siemens, "Do you know how many phone calls I've had?" Reeve Woldanski said "I think we have to go in camera. We need some decorum." Siemens said the reason there were so many phone calls was because "John Helton had a phone campaign. It is a personal thing." Bryks then interrupted, but Woldanski interrupted him and suggest they try to maintain some order. "I'd like our Fire Chief to continue." Chief Administrative Officer Al Harvey said he had spoken with Siemens, and the truck was pulled out of service at the end of the day and put back into service after testing. Harvey also said the fire truck has been identified as not getting use of service.
Reeve Woldanski asked why the truck was out of service. Siemens said it was for a few minor repairs. Siemens said the truck should be used for running around on the gravel roads. "It's not that useable for our uses.” While Siemens doesn't feel the truck is an acceptable water tanker, it could still be used by public works in St. Michael and that he would be bringing forward a recommendation at a later date. "Could it still be used for fires?", asked Bryks. "Yes," replied Siemens. Bryks told Seimens he could sugar coat his ways, but that he'd be the last guy in the world he'd want to work for him to try and save money. "I won't even qualify that," said Siemens. Reeve Woldanski told Coun. Bryks he was way over
the line, and any comments he has should be in camera. "If you have concerns, discuss them with Mr. Harvey." Woldanski said any criticisms of employees are to be discussed in camera. Reeve Woldanski said he was sorry to have to start off the new term in this way, and that it looks like it was going to be a long one. "You betcha," countered Coun. Bryks. Reeve Woldanski told Coun. Bryks that he'd like to have his items in advance of the meeting. When later contacted for comment in regards to Siemen's allegation, Lamont Fire Chief John Helton stated emphatically: "I did not start a telephone campaign."
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Volunteers ready to light up Lamont Upcoming Christmas extravaganza chalked full of fun-filled family events Jazmine Inkster Staff Reporter
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point the committee is meeting every week to make sure things are running smoothly. Sylvia McDonald is helping to organize the Fire Department's bake sale and says that this is her first time helping with the organization of the event. This bake sale was previously held at Price Automotive, but this year has been moved to the old video store next to Cowlicks Salon on Main Street. McDonald explained that being in Price Automotive last year had proven to be an issue with the lack of space they were able to utilize which had caused problems for those who were coming in with strollers. It was this that had prompted the fire department to look for a change of venue for their sale. Along with a different venue, the fire department will also be providing activities to keep the little ones occupied while the parents are looking around such as a colouring contest. The bake sale will also feature Baba's Home
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annual bake sale will have a few changes this year during the Lamont Christmas Light Up. The Light Up will take place on November 30, with events happening all around town throughout the day and evening. The Lamont Light Up Committee has many events planned and coordinated to help residents of the community have as much holiday fun as possible with their families. The events will be happening all across the community and will feature activities for both young and old. Mic Dunsmore is one of the people who has helped to organize this event year after year, and is excited to see all of the work the volunteers have put into this event come to fruition. The Light Up Committee first meets in June or July to start getting things organized, but Dunsmore says it really starts to get heavy come September, at which
Cooking who will be selling their products of perogies, cabbage rolls and pyrizhky, and St. Michael Sticky Business who will be selling their honey. "There are a lot of different people who just help out," added McDonald, explaining
decorating held at Lil Rascals which is sponsored by FCSS, and the Gingerbread Shop Kids Shopping held at the United Church CE Center. The gingerbread shopping is put on by the Lamont Community Play School and will fea-
"They are gearing towards around 100 to 120 kids going through there," added Dunsmore. The food bank will be hosting their stuff a bus campaign outside of Lamont foods where they will be collecting food items for their Christmas Hampers as
ture a number of different crafts that young kids can do as Christmas presents for their families. Dunsmore explained that the idea is to have around four or five different craft items that younger kids can create on site to give as Christmas presents.
well as new or gently used winter clothing; such as scarves, mitts, and hats. The Lamont Recreation Center will also be bustling with activity during the day, as there are a number of activities that are taking place there such as the
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that most of the baking that is to be sold is made by the fire department members and their families. As well as the colouring contest at the Fire Department Bake Sale, there will also be pictures taken with Santa at Price Automotive, cookie
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arts performances which will go from 12 to 4 in the afternoon, Second Chance Animal Rescue who will be showing off their pets available to be adopted from 12 to 3, and the festival of tree's which will be viewable throughout the afternoon. Luckily for residents, they will not have to spend all day walking, as there are free fire truck rides put on by the fire department, and sleigh rides that are put on by the Lions Club throughout the day. The Lions Club has also partnered with 4H to provide hot dogs and refreshments out of the Lions Den from 12 to 4 pm. The night finally winds down with the light up tour starting at around 5:30 with Santa throwing the switch on the Winter Wonder Lights behind the Town Office, and a bussed tour around town to see all of the lit up houses.
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Lamont County council approves purchase of new sanding spreader Michelle Pinon Editor
Soon there will be a new piece of equipment in the public works department’s arsenal to supply added traction on slippery roads this winter to residents in Lamont County. Council gave the green light to its public works director Harold Hamilton to purchase an eight foot stainless steel sand spreader to mount on the back of one of its trucks which has a snow plow on the front. Hamilton said the unit is used mostly in hamlets throughout the county and for clearing snow in church yards and halls as well as hills and at the end of approaches. “It gives us a whole better line of service,” stated Hamilton. Council voted unanimously to approve the purchase of the sanding unit for $10,000 which would cover the costs and installation of the unit. A total of three quotes were received by public works on the equipment. The highest quote came from Industrial Machine with a price of an eight foot stainless steel spreader at $8,530 plus GST. The second highest quote was from Fort Garry Industries for a steel spreader for $7,450 and the successful quote from Commercial Truck for its stainless steel sander for $7,273 plus GST.
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The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), November 26, 2013- 15
Lamont Food Bank has lots to prepare for with the Christmas season Jazmine Inkster Staff Reporter
The Lamont Food Bank committee is anticipating a busy Christmas season with the organization of their Christmas hampers which will be assembled on December 22 by the food bank. The food bank has averaged around 53 hampers over the last five years, and Chairperson Trish Macklin believes that this year will be similar to last year with the amount of donations that will be needed and sent out. As for donations,
Macklin says there are a number of things that are still needed for the hampers as well as for the regular food bank's monthly donations. "Donations of dry goods are welcome, as are cash donations, as that enables us to purchase perishables like milk, and fruit and vegetables to go in the hampers." As for volunteers, Macklin explained that right now they have a core group of about six people, but they are always needing a number of extra hands."It would be superb if others were interested in helping out at the organ-
izing end, in addition to hamper assembly day. Hamper assembly day is December 22." Hampers will be made up at the Lamont Hall beside the rink. Macklin also added that anyone who wants to help out should be at the hall by one o’clock. The other part of the Christmas hamper program that is in true need of assistance is with delivering the hampers, as there are often not nearly enough drivers to help keep things running smoothly. Donations for the food bank can be made at numerous venues around the county,
including the Christmas Light Up, which will be having a stuff a bus program, the Chipman Hotel's Dinner of Hope which collects food bank donations, or any of the donation jars located at businesses around the county. The Lamont food bank has given out around 170 regular food hampers in 2013, which fed approximately 500 people. $400.00 and over 4 hundred pounds of food were donated to the Food Bank by Christmas in the Country event that was held at St Michael Hall.
FILE PHOTO JAZMINE INKSTER
The Lamont Recreation Centre was a flurry of activity during last years hamper assembly day.
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16- The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, November 26, 2013
Lamont County Employment Opportunity Construc on Supervisor Lamont County is currently seeking a team-oriented and selfmo vated individual to fill the posi on of Construc on Supervisor. Repor ng directly to the Director of Public Works, the incumbent is responsible for the management and supervision of the Road Construc on program.
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS ISSUED DISCRETIONARY USE Appeal by December 10, 2013 Take no ce that the following permits for proposed development as described below have been issued in accordance with the Lamont County Land Use Bylaw No. 675/07.
Preference will be given to candidates with: Minimum of 3 - 5 years direct work experience as a Construc on Supervisor and office management. Knowledge of construc on and inspec on, including rural transporta on networks. Knowledge of the prepara on, control and monitoring of budgets. Must have knowledge of computers, internet service, GPS/GIS. This compe on will remain open un l an applicant is hired. Please forward your resume/applica on to: Lamont County Human Resources Department 5303 – 50 Avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca Fax: (780) 895-7404
Sanding Unit Lamont County Council approved the purchase of an 8 foot stainless steel sand spreader for the budget price of $10,000. The purchase of the sander ul mately saves money by not sending the grader and sanding truck out separately. This also creates a be er line of service for residents. Heartland Industrial Cost Contribu on for Road Construc on That Lamont County Council authorized Administra on to proceed with the construc on of Township Road 560. Developing Twp 560 to Highway 831, in addi on to the development of RR202, creates an ideal transporta on corridor that will bring more development into the County. This road construc on balances industry’s desire for development and without raising taxpayer’s taxes. Lamont County will be reques ng proposals for engineering services for the development of 560 to 831, to be sent out to firms with a deadline of January 7. NW-9-57-19-W4 Approach Request EIPS has designated a pick-up spot that is not safe for kids, therefore a property owner has requested an approach for school bus access. At this me Alberta Transporta on needs to approve work at this loca on. The by-law states there can be no development within 500 feet of a highway; however the development that is requested is closer than this to highway 831. Lamont County will require the landowner to get the necessary permits from government, and meet with EIPS and Alberta Transporta on to review op ons and costs. County staff will assist in applica on for permits, etc. Edmonton Souring Club Tax Exemp on Decision deferred from the October 8, 2013, council mee ng, Lamont County denies the applica on for tax exemp on and requests that in the future, the club provide more informa on through a delega on to council, indica ng why there is need for an exemp on. Requested informa on includes: an opera ng statement; fees and charges; outline of teaching; use of the Aerodrome; recrea onal versus instruc onal and community use.
Legal Descrip on: SW 7-58-17-W4 Land Use: Agricultural District (A) Proposal: 7.68 ha. (19 acres) sand & gravel pit extrac on. (Stages 1 & 2) Permit No.: 028/13
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Legal Descrip on: Lot 1, Plan 0120752 (in NE 8-55-19-W4) Land Use: Agricultural Proposal: To operate an equipment repair service and assembling/disassembling of heavy equipment. Permit No.: 047/13
Appeal The Land Use Bylaw provides that the person applying for the permit or affected by the order, or any other person affected by an order, decision or development permit of a Development Authority may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board within fourteen (14) days a er the date of no ce.
Lamont County thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those who have been selected for an interview will be contacted.
Council Notes from the November 19, 2013, Council Mee ng
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Addi onal Informa on For addi onal informa on regarding these permits, please contact the Planning and Development Department at (780) 895-2233.
For a complete job descrip on and list of qualifica ons view the job pos ng on our website: h p://lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources/jobpos ngs/
Councillor’s Corner
Planning & Development
2013 Clubroot Map
Scholarship Winners Lamont County Council presented the winners of the 2013Centennial Scholarship, Amber Buryn and Kaitlyn Lopushinsky, with $1000 cheques and cer ficates.
Appeal Fee - $200.00
CALC Christmas Closure Gravel Gravel supply as it stands is a problem, and the County has been working to find a good supply. Council has directed administra on to write a report regarding the current gravel inventory, for discussion at the 2014 budget mee ngs. Mundare Fish and Game Associa on Dona on Request Lamont County will donate $250 to the Mundare Fish and Game Associa on for their "Big Buck Showdown”. Highway 15 Twinning/Upgrades A le er to Transporta on Minister Rick McIver will be wri en, regarding the possible twinning and/or upgrades to highway 15, and the development of passing lanes. Direc on will be taken from Lamont County, Bruderheim and Lamont councils to ensure all concerns are addressed. The le er will be sent upon comple on of such collabora on. Lamont Christmas Light-up Dona on Request Lamont County will donate $250 to Town of Lamont for the “Lamont Christmas Light-up”.
2013 ASB Contest Deadlines Extended
The deadlines for the 2013 ASB Photo Contest and the 2013 ASB Poster Contest have been extended to November 29, 2013. Please send all 4x6 pictures and posters drawn on 11x17 paper to the County office by the deadline for a chance to win cash prizes! For more informa on view our website: h p://lamontcounty.ca/blog/asb-2/asb-contest-deadlinesextended/
Lamont County Community Adult Learning Council (CALC) will be closed December 16, 2013, to January 10, 2014.
Mundare Christmas Extravaganza