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Wednesday, October 16, 2024 Vol. 47, No. 42
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Town wants feedback through survey Patricia Harcourt Editor
The Town of Viking is asking residents to give their opinion on a proposed bylaw that deals with empty and/or derelict buildings. The bylaw would create a sub class of unoccupied and derelict buildings that would have their $1,000 annual taxes raised to $4,000. If after three years the taxes, which would then be up to $12,000, weren’t paid, the town would take over the property. The town’s administration and council are distributing a survey on the proposal, which was introduced at council’s meeting in September. There are buildings on main street and residential houses which the town wants to renovate or remove in order to make it more attractive for businesses and families to take up residence. But town council and administration don’t wish to proceed until townspeople are informed of the bylaw’s contents and a consensus has been reached that it is viewed in a favourable light. The draft of a new proposed bylaw was introduced to council Sept. 18. Mayor Jamie Buttner and Councillors Dana Ewashko and Judy Acres all agreed the community needed to be informed of the intent and contents of the proposal. “The Town of Viking has been working with owners of many properties in the community that fall into the unsightly or nuisance properties,” states the proposal to the community. “Unsightly can mean many things but in the bylaw (references to) piles of household garbage, construction waste, and automotive parts are just a few examples,” said Lefsrud. “We have
had good successful communicating with these owners and our Bylaw Officer to see improvements in our community.” The town is asking for “guidance” in determining its next steps to improve properties in the community, now classified as “Sub properties.” Examples given were buildings that were boarded up, not occupied or unfit to live in for various reasons such as the roof has caved in. A new bylaw and the bylaw officer would determine if a building can be occupied again with improvements or is unoccupiable or derelict. The owner of the property would be contacted and asked if the intention is to renovate or sell the building, as well as inform them of the bylaw’s next steps, “if the property does not improve.” Residents are being given a heads up about these next steps as they include efforts to have the property improved. If that doesn’t happen there are penalties that would be enforced regarding the property. When a property is classified as “sub class” under the bylaw its assessment would change with the change in classification. “Because it has now changed to an assessment sub class, we can apply a higher tax rate,” states Lefsrud, in the explanation provided to council. “It could be four times the rate or more,” making the $1,000 tax notice increased to $4,000 per year. If the property is assessed at $40,000 or more the tax rate and assessment would be higher. The owner has several options, including paying the tax notice and Continued on Page 7
Viking School celebrated their annual awards night on Friday, Oct. 11. Above: Vision Credit Union Award: Dale Morrical presents the Vision Credit Union Award to Kora Lefsrud. Below: Grade 10-11 Honour Pin Presentations: From left, a presenter gives Isabella Rotalletti, Sydney Erickson, Barrett Lang and Luke Brooks their Grade 10 and 11 Honour Pins. More on Page 3.
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Viking Legion leaves poppies for veterans
On Wednesday, Oct. 9, members of the Viking Legion Branch visited area cemeteries to mark the gravestones of veterans. At the Viking Cemetery, the list was very long. Above, Dorothy White, Becky Hopkins, and Dale Madu stand before the grave of Gladys Cosgrove. Cosgrove, who never married, farmed on her own in the region, after serving with the Air Force in WW2. On her passing, she left a legacy donation to have a medical clinic built in Viking.
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Viking School Awards highlight student achievements Patricia Harcourt Editor
Viking School auditorium was full as people gathered to help celebrate their annual awards night. The evening highlights student achievement in the school earned from the previous year’s efforts. Principal Tracy Doerksen welcomed everyone to the event last Friday night which also served to kick-off Thanksgiving weekend. It was a chance for friends and family to get together and enjoy this local
celebration of the achievements of their young people from the community and surrounding area. Editor’s Note: We regret that we are unable to include a listing of the evening’s winners, or their presenters, due to Freedom of Information and Privacy (FOIP) issues cited by Battle River School Division. The fact that this was a public event not a private in-school affair doesn’t seem to factor into this decision. Photos have been provided as best as we are able to do so for the edification of the students and public. Ian Erickson Memorial Scholarship: From left: Trudy Josephison presents the awards on behalf of the Bruce Ag sociey to Hunter Sullivan (absent, holding his certificate), Ryan Harray, Zach Darling, and Josh Ruzicka.
Bruce Stampede Association: On behalf of the Association, Trudy Josephison (left) presents the award to Nicci Potgieter.
Viking Royal Purple Award: On behalf of the RP Dawn Hodgins presents the award to Heather Lawes.for her volunteerism.
These Grade 7, 9, and 9 students were presented their Most Improved and Citizenship Awards. PATRICIA HARCOURT PHOTOS
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LETTER TO THE EDITOR Local newspapers strengthen democracy, community Dear Editor: Local newspapers are disappearing across the country. In the United States, a quarter of the country’s newspapers have shut operations in less than twenty years. And in Canada, there have been dozens of community newspaper closures in 2023 alone, with hundreds of workers laid off and several news outlets becoming insolvent. Local newspapers face financial challenges resulting from advertising revenues migrating to digital platforms. Yet, local newspapers remain an essential part of community life, especially for residents of smaller towns and communities. Studies in the rural Canadian prairies show that they are the most trusted news source when compared to television news, internet websites and social media platforms. In Alberta, surveys indicate 80 per cent of respondents read their local newspaper weekly. This percentage has not dropped since 2005, indicating that younger residents are reading local newspapers with the same interest as their older counterparts. Local newspapers are key in letting people know what is going on in their community. They provide information so citizens can make knowledgeable decisions about key local issues and studies show that adults who read local newspapers participate in municipal elections at higher rates than those who do not. By publicizing community events, they also promote participation in community life, and increase sense of belonging and connection among local residents. Local newspapers can also be the catalyst for social change when they uplift voices that would otherwise go unheard. Toronto news media reported on how the police practice of carding (stopping, questioning and documenting those who have committed no offence) was disproportionately affecting Black and Indigenous men. Coverage in local newspapers amplified the advocacy efforts of Black and Indigenous community groups and eventually led to passing of
provincial legislation banning the practice. Community newspapers encourage open dialogue and debate about important community issues and reduce political polarization by exposing people to different perspectives. They are important for the health and success of communities because they create common understandings and a shared sense of community. Local newspapers hold up a mirror in which the community can see itself reflected. At the same time, local newspapers shape community character through storytelling and portrayal of people and events. Community newspapers are also important for stimulating the economy – they provide advertising for local businesses thus connecting them with customers in their own community. Often community newspapers are the lone agents covering town council meetings, court proceedings and other local public gatherings. Reliable media coverage keeps elected officials accountable and forces decision-makers to operate within the view of the public. Where newspapers have closed, studies in the United States show increased rates of corruption among politicians. Additionally, newspapers hold businesses and other community organizations to account on social, ethical, and environmental issues. Local journalism is a public good that benefits everyone and needs to be supported by individuals, governments and the private sector. We need to subscribe to our local newspapers and keep reading and engaging with issues and encourage our friends and family to do the same. We need to keep discourse in the newspaper, and in the community, civil, and kind. We must take the opportunity to understand different perspectives and find common ground with our fellow citizens. We also need to encourage our governments to support community-centered journalism. We need news agencies that work with citizens to find out what their information needs are and how best to meet these needs to build better com-
munities. Governments can provide grants and tax deductions to newspapers, but they must remain at arm’s length to protect the independence of the media and maintain non-partisan reporting of events. Local newspapers also need to diversify their funding models. Traditional for-profit models may no longer work in every community with digital media platforms taking away advertising and subscriptions from local newspapers. We have to look at nonprofit models that are funded by private donations and government grants, in addition to advertising and sponsorships. Nonprofit news outlets can deliver the type of journalism that prioritizes citizen needs and accountability from governments, businesses and the community over shareholder profits. The co-operative ownership model is an alternative that workers at the Prince Albert Daily Herald in Saskatchewan adopted when their newspaper was threatened with closure. They bought shares in an employee stock ownership plan and continued operating the newspaper when the owning publishing chain was about to shut it down. Finally, we need to keep our newspapers accountable. We need them to publish accurate and varied content and ensure that diverse voices are heard. We expect our newspapers to adhere to ethical journalism practices and provide us with unbiased reporting. They need to have the courage to challenge the status quo and generate healthy discourse within the community. Local newspapers create engaged citizens, and engaged citizens are essential to a healthy democracy. Dr. Vamini Selvanandan MD MPH CCFP(EM) Chair, Canadian Public Health Association Past Chair, Bow Valley Primary Care Network Member, Steering Committee Banff Community Plan Member, Federal Health Minister's Coalition for Action on Healthcare Workforce Physician, Banff Mineral Springs Hospital Physician, Alberta Medical Association
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Complaint of poisoned plants REDUCED REDUCED On October 7, police received a complaint of an abandoned motor vehicle in Kinsella. The vehicle was located. It was determined the vehicle was not stolen and the registered owner was from the area. That evening, police assisted with the retrieval of property from a residence. The property was obtained with no issues. On October 8, police received a request to do a check on a pet owners’ dog. The owner is on conditions not to attend the residence and is concerned for the care of his dog. Members attended the residence and arrangements were made for the dog to be taken to the owner’s new residence. On October 9, police received a complaint of a theft of a truck and horse trailer from a rural property. Later that date the horse trailer was located on a rural roadway. There was no damage to the trailer and it was returned to the owner. There was no surveillance at the property, police have no suspects at this time for the theft
of the truck. Later that morning, police received a complaint of a semi truck travelling on Highway 14 that had an odour of propane coming from it. Members were unable to locate that truck. Early that afternoon, police received a complaint of a suspicious vehicle that had been parked at different locations in Kinsella. Members determined the vehicle was not stolen, the registered owner was spoken to and he advised he was visiting friends. That same afternoon, police responded to a report of an erratic driver on Highway 36. The vehicle was not located. In the early morning hours, of October 10, members responded to a burglar alarm at a business in Viking. Members were advised by the alarm company that the alarm was false and no assistance was required. That same morning, police received a complaint of a possible theft of a utility trailer. The complainant advised of a suspicious male hanging around the trailer the
night before. When the complainant went to work the next morning the trailer was gone. Members contacted the owner of the trailer and determined the trailer was borrowed by a friend to move some property. Later that morning, police received a complaint of mischief to plants. The complainant advised she thinks a chemical was put on her plants. Members observed the plants and they appeared to still be living, and they were unable to determine if any toxic product was put on the plants. Later that afternoon, police responded to a construction site where a gas pipe was damaged and the contractor was refusing to stop working. When members arrived, the situation had been resolved. On October 11, police received a complaint of a found wallet at a local gas station. Later that day the owner of the wallet attended the gas station and retrieved his wallet. That same morning, police responded to a
complaint of a suspicious vehicle parked at a local gas station. The complainant advised the licence plate on the truck was covered with duct tape and the property in the box of the truck was covered by a tarp. Members located the truck and the owner of the truck was spoken to and he advised he was having mechanical issues. Members had no grounds to search the property, the owner was going to fix his vehicle and continue on his way to Redwater where he is residing. That afternoon, police responded to a disturbance at the Viking Carena Complex where a male was intoxicated and causing issues. When members arrived, the subject had left and police were unable to locate him. Later that afternoon, police received a complaint that a vehicle that was tailgating the complainant. Members were unable to attend due to a high priority call. That same evening, police responded to a domestic dispute. When Continued on Page 7
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New whiteboard for Extendicare residents Patricia Harcourt Editor
The Viking Elks have donated to the grateful residents of ExtendicareViking. Just last week, the Elks were recognized for the donation that resulted in an extremely helpful purchase for those who call this long-term care centre home. “We recognize this gen-
erous monetary donation from the Viking Elks #83,” said Stephanie Driessen, Recreation Therapist. “The donation enables us to purchase this magnetic, two-sided mobile whiteboard,” she explained. The whiteboard is already being utilized in the home, and the residents are most appreciative.
“It is used almost daily during our recreational activities,” said Driessen. Viking Elk Braden Erickson came by last Friday to receive thanks for the donation on behalf of his club, which is busy helping out many kinds of organizations with its donations and other community based volunteerism activities.
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a fall recently breaking his leg. He is recovering in the Viking Health Centre following surgery in Edmonton. We wish him a speedy recovery. Jerry and Lana Olsen were happy to have their daughter Kristin and Neil and boys of Revelstoke join them for Thanksgiving. An extra bonus was when their daughter Bridget made a surprise visit from Ireland to see everyone. Several Irma residents have made moves recently. Evelyn Mark, formerly of Spruce Grove, is enjoying living at the
Battle River Lodge in Wainwright. Best wishes to Lois Olsen and Gordon Lovig who have both moved to Points West. Carol (Creasy) Younker is also making her home at Points West now. A very large crowd attended the Celebration of Life for Charlie Soucy on Sunday afternoon. He contributed so much to the Irma community and will be sadly missed. We enjoyed mild temperatures over the Thanksgiving weekend with some cooler days forecast for midweek.
Notice is hereby given that, under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, the Town of Viking will offer for sale, by public auction, at the Municipal Office, 5120 45th Street, Viking, Alberta, on October 30, 2024, at 10:00am, the following lands: Land Parcels Roll No Lot Block Plan C of T Reserve Bid 100004200 20,21 7 1174W 072 703 587 $ 10,100.00 100005030 11,12 11 1174W 212 060 078+1 $ 59,910.00 300003804 7 5 8222723 092 152 134 $ 3,880.00 1. Any parcel of land offered for sale may be redeemed by payment of all arrears, penalties and costs by guaranteed funds at any time until the property is declared sold. 2. Each parcel of land offered for sale will be subject to a reserve bid and title will be subject to the reservations and conditions contained in the existing certificate of title. 3. The lands are being offered for sale on an “as is, where is” basis, and the municipality makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever as to the state of the parcel nor its suitability for any intended use by the successful bidder. 4. The auctioneer, councillors, the chief administrative officer and the designated officers and employees of the municipality must not bid or buy any parcel of land offered for sale, unless directed by the municipality to do so on behalf of the municipality. 5. The purchaser of the property will be responsible for property taxes and utilities for the current year. There will be no adjustment to the date of sale. 6. The purchaser will be required to execute a sale agreement in form and substance provided by the municipality. 7. The successful purchaser must, at the time of sale, make payment in cash, certified cheque or bank draft payable to the municipality as follows: a. The full purchase price if it is $10,000 or less; OR b. If the purchase price is greater than $10,000, the purchaser must provide a non-refundable deposit in the amount of $10,000 and the balance of the purchase price must be paid within 20 days of the sale. (if the certified cheque or bank draft exceeds the final purchase price, the excess will be refunded within a reasonable time) 8. GST will be collected on all properties subject to GST. 9. The risk of the property lies with the purchaser immediately following the auction. 10. The purchaser is responsible for obtaining vacant possession. 11. The purchaser will be responsible for registration of the transfer including registration fees. 12. If no offer is received on a property or if the reserve bid is not met, the property cannot be sold at the public auction. 13. The municipality may, after the public auction, become the owner of any parcel of land that is not sold at the public auction. 14. Once the property is declared sold at public auction, the previous owner has no further right to pay the tax arrears.
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Division councillor will now sign Good showing for local dancer Centennial Settler Award certificates Patricia Harcourt Beaver County has a new policy for Centennial Settler Awards. The county rescinded its old policy ADM-002 and adopted Policy CS-006 with an accompanying administrative procedure. The change was introduced by Aimee Boese, manager for external relations and special projects. “Council acknowledges the significant contribution made by settlers in Alberta and is proud to recognize the Centennial Anniversary of Settlers in Beaver County,” Boese explained at Sept. 18’s county council meeting. She told council some minor revisions were needed, “to ensure that this policy is in alignment with other award/recognition policies that the county currently has in place.” As well as renumbering the policy, the changes includes a new administrative procedure “to outline the steps to administer the pollicy,” she said. “The application form has also been reviewed and updated to reflect amendments in the policy,” she said. “However, it is administration’s recommenda-
tion that the application form be separate from the policy as this makes it easier to update the form when required.” A review was undertaken in August of the new policy by the Governance and Priorities Committee, and the GPC recommended it be sent on to county council for approval. However, an amendment was added to this recommendation that would allow the councillor representing the area where the particular farm is being recognized to sign the certificate of recognition. The receivers of this Centennial Settlers Award will also receive a gift of recognition worth up to $250. Boese said the county usually receives one or two applications for these awards every year. Those eligible for the award are rural residents of Beaver County whose family has continuously owned and actively farmed land in the county for a minimum of 100 years. Residents who have received the Alberta Century Farm and Ranch Awards are automatically eligible for the Centennial Settler Award. However, deeded land that has been rented to persons outside the family ad rental property are ineligible for the award.
Beaver County policy change for operating and capital reserves Patricia Harcourt Ryan Arndt, general manager of corporate services, introduced a policy change for operating and capital reserves, as well as for a policy on Tax Payments Deemed Received. Deputy Reeve Gene Hrabec (Division 3) made the motion to rescind the Operating and Capital Expenses Policy ADM-105, followed by a motion from Councillor Lionel Williams (Division 2) to adopt the new policy CORP-018. Both motions were passed by Beaver County Council at the Sept. 18 regular meeting. This policy “provides guidelines for the establishment of minimum and maximum balances,” stated Arndt. This change in the policy is part of a four-year policy review project that started in 2022. With the review of operating and capital reserves policy, some minor changes were recommended, as well as some changes to the Schedules in the policy, he explained. Schedules A-C updates adjustments to the minimum and maximum amounts in the reserve balances as reflected by inflationary costs and increases in reserve amounts, he said. Schedule D updates the value of the county’s reserves on a cash basis as determined by policy and updated to the 2023 audited financial statements. Along with the updates on reserve schedule minimum and maximums, Arndt said: “There are 17 rec-
ommendations from administration to bring this policy up to current reserve amounts and to tie into council’s long-term Strategic Plan.” The review of the policy was done as is the usual practice through the Governance and Priorities Committee (GPC), which recommended council adopt it. Arndt also introduced a revised policy for tax payments deemed received. Council rescinded the earlier Policy ADM-010 and adopted Policy CORP-026. “Since Beaver County accepts payments in different forms, this policy defines when a tax payment shall be deemed received as some methods result in a delay in the actual payment date,” he explained. This was done in light of the county’s bylaw that imposes a penalty on taxes that are unpaid after the due date for payment passes. The tax payments deemed received policy now reads: “The county will determine the date of payment of property taxes dependent on the method by which payment is received.” Six guidelines are outlined on various situations regarding the payment of property taxes including cash during office hours (considered that day payment), after hours drop box (considered next day payment), and post dated cheques (considered paid on the date on the cheque). “It is the taxpayer’s responsibility to be aware of postal delivery timelines and procedures,” states the new policy.
Tofield School grade 12 student and Tofield Mercury student reporter Kate Priestley competed in the 14th Annual Scottish Dance Teachers' Alliance (SDTA) Elspeth Strathern & J.L. McKenzie Scholarship event in Toronto from Friday, October 11 to Sunday, October 13. Priestley was declared fifth overall in the Senior Scholarship written paper in a class of 38 dancers from all over North America. "I danced a solo to the song, Still We Run by Skipinnish, in a costume made by Erin Heard and Marion Walker. I also did a dance called The Tribute to J.L. McKenzie. I did a Master Class, which is where we learn a dance and the judges judge us based on how we learn, and finally a written exam which was 55 multiple choice questions and six written responses, a total of 75 marks," Priestley said. Below: Kate Priestley with Gregor Bowman (head of the SDTA).
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4 - Beaver County Chronicle, October 16, 2024
Holden construction work making headway Kari Janzen Construction work in Holden was nearing completion, with the Village projects expected to wrap up by the middle of October, but ATCO Energy Systems has informed the Village and its residents that integrity digs need to be conducted on the Viking #4 Transmission line, and that the project may take up to four weeks to complete. “The project is targeting severe corrosion which spans approximately 60 metres of pipeline. The corroded sections of pipeline will be cut out and replaced. To complete this work, ground disturbance will be completed parallel to 48 Ave. in order to replace the section of pipe beneath the 50 St. road crossing,” the letter from ATCO reads. The main entrance into the village on 50 St. will be blocked off from 47 Ave. up to and including 48 Ave. for the duration of the project. ATCO says residents should not experience any disruption to their natural gas service. “The project and road closure will last approximately four weeks once commenced, with various construction equipment and personnel on site for the project’s duration. The completion of this project prior to the winter heating season is critical to uphold our commitment to safe and reliable service to our customers and the citizens of Alberta,” the letter says. Other work that has been happening
in the village includes a section of the sewer main on 51 Ave. that is currently being replaced and 49 St. underwent a curb and gutter project. “The sewer replacement project commenced on September 16, and consisted of replacing the sewer main on 51 Ave. from 50 St. east intersection to 48 St., relining a section of the sewer main on 51 Ave. west of 50 St., replacing four manholes, and replacing the sewer force main,” said Holden Chief Administrative Officer Rosemary Offrey. Offrey said the majority of the sewer project was finished by the beginning of October and that she expects it to be done by mid-October. “Ninety-five per cent of the sewer project was completed on October 3. The project should be 100 per cent complete as soon as the subcontractor completes road repairs on 51 Ave., which should be completed by the middle of October,” she said. Offrey said the Village occasionally received concerns from residents due to the construction work. “Residents were inconvenienced during this project since they could not park on the street or access front driveways due to the construction being in the street. We did occasionally receive concerns at the office from the residents, which we dealt with,” she said. Offrey also said the curb and gutter project on 49 St. began on September 17 and was completed on October 10.
On behalf of Beaver County Victim Services and the Board of Directors I would like to thank all the people who have supported our program over the years. BCVS has provided assistance to victims of crime and/or tragedy for the past 31 years. Our Program Managers and volunteer Advocates have dedicated a great deal of time and effort to assist victims facing stress and turmoil. Their efforts and the tremendous community support have made what I believe one of the best programs in the country.
As of October 1st delivery of victim services will no longer be community based. BCVS will no longer be assisting victims. Those responsibilities will now be provided by Eastern Alberta Regional Victim Service Society. This decision was made by the provincial government despite our opposition.
Again we can not thank you enough for all your support.
Holden kids enjoy Western Dance Kelsey Witham
Teenage students of Holden and the surrounding areas got together for a western themed dance night at the Holden Community Hall on Friday, October 4. Last year a box was set out at the Holden Rural Academy to provide the students with an opportunity to suggest themes for the dances, and a western theme was one of the suggestions. The dances are put on as a fundraiser and the proceeds from entrance tickets and the concession go
towards hall upgrades. “We had a good turnout! We had a total of 44 kids attend the dance. We knew there was a lot of volleyball tournaments going on at the same time, so we were happy with the turnout that we got and that everyone seemed to really enjoy themselves,” said Amber Kostyk, a member of the Holden Community Hall Association and the Village of Holden’s administrative assistant. “Our first dance was held in February of 2023, when we had a
Valentine’s Day theme. It was our first and best turn out. A few students at the western dance suggested we do another Valentine’s Day event,” Kostyk went on to say. “Our next fundraising event is our Fall Turkey Supper on Sunday, October 27 here at the hall. Advance tickets are for sale now, and if you purchase an advance ticket, the eating time will between 5 and 6 p.m. but if you come to the door without an advance ticket, eating time may be between 6 and 7:30 p.m.,” she said.
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Viking Taxes Continued from Front leaving the building as it is; demolishing the property and selling the lot; or, don’t pay the tax and work out a tax payment plan with the help of Tax Services. The owner’s final option is to not pay the taxes year over year, in which case the higher tax rate would be imposed each year, i.e. $4,000 per annum for a total of $12,000 after three years. The property would go on the tax arrears list at this point and the town would try to sell it at a public auction for back taxes. If unsold, the property would revert to the town which can then demolish the structure if this is considered appropriate. At this point, it “becomes a cost to the town and its tax base.” But before this proposed bylaw goes into the books it needs to be discussed in the community, and feedback given to the town by way of a survey. “We’re hoping this community engagement will be supported,” said Lefsrud. “We wish to use the survey as a tool.
“It’s an opportunity to open up a conversation,” he said, adding: “It’s all about community standards.” The proposed bylaw is based on one already passed in the Village of Ryley, said Mayor Buttner, adding: “We want to get it out to the public because it affects everybody.” Lefsrud added that “council and administration could just put (the bylaw) through…But we feel this should be a collective decision by the community on what do they really want?” “There’s a consequence to this,’ said Buttner. And Lefsrud added that, depending on the survey results, the bylaw could be altered. Is more flexibility wanted, for example, so that a derelict building could be kept out of the sub class designation if there was an effort to improve its appearance, such as installing windows or “slapping some paint on it.” If that happens, “we could credit back the rest of the tax,” he suggested, if the property went back to its original designation. And Buttner felt that improving current lots
that now have derelict buildings would help in attracting business and families to the town. “We’ll have a better chance of attracting new residences to our community,” he said, referring to the vacant buildings currently inhabiting main street. He noted that “Viking has all the supports to attract people.” As for the idea of sprucing up main street with paving and other features to attract business, Buttner said the town would have to replace the aging infrastructure under the street before that kind of revitalization project could happen. “There is no sense in paving a street you will have to tear up to put in new water and sewer,” he said. “We can’t dwell on the negative. We could have new houses, we could have new businesses.” “I am hell bent about infrastructure,” he said. “The intent is to get there.” But for now, the new sewer line going into the school is costing $700,000. “We have to let our people know the cost of things,” said Buttner, “the sidewalk costs, the paving
costs, the infrastructure costs.” Lefsrud pointed out that next year was “election year” for municipal governments in Alberta. The proposed bylaw was being told to the local people as a way “to get people talking, get people thinking,” he said. He said there were already two buildings earmarked to be demolished at the end of October, although he didn’t specify where they were located. Buttner predicted there could be five vacant lots in a row once the derelict buildings in that area are torn down. As for the proposed new bylaw on this issue, the public is being invited to fill out a survey. “We are needing your input to help determine if this is the next step,” states the request. “Viking Town Council is made up of community members just like you making decisions we feel you would make.” To that point, Buttner spoke at he Sept. 16 council meeting: “I think it
needs to go to the community (to) get some feedback.” he said, noting the bylaw could put in motion a scenario where a landowner doesn’t pay the increased taxes and the property reverts to the town. “The intent is not to get into the real estate busi-
ness,” said Councillor Acres, at the meeting. “But we need the backing of the community,” added Councillor Ewashko. “We need the most feedback as possible,” agreed Buttner. Look for the survey in your town utility bills.
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The complainant was requesting police remove his friend from a residence and have her return home. Police spoke with the female who advised she was safe where she was at and just wanted her friend to be more understanding to her. Both parties were responsive to their requests and no further police involvement was required. Early that afternoon, police received a request to check on the wellbeing of a subject, who had not been answering her phone. Police were able to contact the subject who advised that she was just sleeping and that is why she was not picking up on her phone calls.
Continued from Page 5 members arrived, they learned a 45-year-old male was threatening his common-law partner. The subject was arrested and charged for uttering threats and failing to comply with his conditions. He was released from police custody on several conditions. On October 12, police received a crash notification. The owner of the phone contacted police and advised he was swerving for a deer and his phone hit the floor. He was not injured and police were not required. On October 13, police assisted with a dispute.
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ECSHL season starting FEATURED PROPERTIES TOWN OF LAMONT
Patricia Harcourt Editor
Hockey will soon be underway in the East Central Senior Hockey League for 2024-25, and fans will soon get their hockey fix for another season. The games begin on Friday, Oct. 25, when the Sedgewick Sabres will play against the Provost Combines in Provost. That same night, the Coronation Royals will take on the Forestburg Flyers in Forestburg. Both games start at 8:30 p.m. The next night on Saturday, Oct. 26, the, Irma Aces will play at home for their season opener against the Hughenden Jets. The same evening, the Oyen Eagles will travel to Stettler to take on the Sedgewick Imperials. Both games will start at 7:30 p.m. Also, the Wainwright Rustlers will have their first game of the sea-
son against the Delburne Outlaws in Delburne. That game will start at 8 p.m. The league this year has 10 teams taking up their sticks in hockey action. The teams are Coronation Royals, Delburne Outlaws, Forestburg Flyers, Hughenden Jets, Irma Aces, Oyen Eagles, Provost Combines, Sedgewick Sabres, Stettler Imperials and Wainwright Rustlers. There will be even more action this year with the addition of the Rustlers to the list of teams participating, after skating in the SaskAlta Senior Hockey League for 10 seasons. They took the championship in that league three seasons. So top teams like the Irma Aces and last year’s champions, the Sedgewick Sabres, will have more competition in this year’s hockey season in the ECSHL.
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LAMONT COUNTY • W4-20-55-27-SE Plan 1023701 Block 1 Lot 1A Lamont County. 138.09 acres in the Lamont Heartland for industrial use. Located North of Highway 15 on Range Road 202. Price: $2,990,00 • HWY 834 between HWY 16 and TWP RD 530 Lamont County 19.48 acres with power and a holding tank. Nice building site. Price: $215,000.00
VILLAGE OF ANDREW
• 5317-50 Ave Andrew. An 18,000 sq. ft. manufacturing shop with office and storage space on 2.3 acres of land Price: $1,700,000
VILLAGE OF CHIPMAN • W4-18-54-29-NE N 54466 A RR184 Village of Chipman 38.75 acres 25± acres in hay. Double car garage, power, septic, and well nice building site. Price: $289,900
STRATHCONA COUNTY • SW Part of NW –23 –53 –23 –W4 40.55 acres North of Highway 16 on Range Road 232 in proposed medium industrial zoning with CP rail line at the border of the property. Price: $7,200,000 • Parts of SW and SE -7-53-22-W4 located at Highway 21 and Lakeland drive 63.62 acres of development land with Highway 21 exposure. The property is within the Bremner and local Employment Area ACP with expected future use of industrial. Price: $5,100,000
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THORHILD COUNTY • NW 1/4 -14-58-22-W4 and NE ¼ -14-58-22-W4 Plan 172-0793 Block 3 Lot 222 acres game farm with page wire 100 acres could be cultivated. 4 mile North of Redwater. Good HWY 28 access. Price:
$690,000
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Viking School sewer line replacement nears completion Patricia Harcourt Editor
Viking School’s sewer line replacement project neared completion of Phase 2 last week as Nikiforuk Construction Ltd. employees worked hard to try and meet the Friday deadline. The week was spent digging the trench across the school grounds from the main street heading west. The final work was to be done on the north side of the school where the pipeline would be connected with a new manhole on the street at that location. Friday was spent finishing the trenching up to the treeline area just to the north of the school. Then directional drilling created the hole that would have pipelines pushed through to the other side located at 56 Avenue and 51 Street. Once the pipes are in place and the manhole also installed the dirt will be returned before re-opening the street to school and other traffic. Nick Nikiforuk, owner of the company, said that once this phase is completed there would be no further action until next year. At that point, he said, the new manhole put in place for Phase 1 in front of the school will be connected by pipe to the Phase 2 manhole. For now, the old sewer line will be used until that work is done next year. There’s also the chance school staff and students will be relieved to get back to normal with school buses dropping off and picking up their charges in the parking lot in the front of the school instead of having to do this on the school’s south side. The school ground area affected by the sewer pipeline digging will be fenced off for the winter to keep people from entering. In the spring, town CAO Doug Lefsrud said the company will remediate the soil and plant seed to bring the grounds back to their former greenery. The Town of Viking worked closely with the company doing the installation and Public Works Foreman Kevin O’Neill was onsite Friday to see how the work was progressing. O’Neill indicated the project at that point appeared to be on schedule and seemed to be progressing in a positive manner. Phase 1 had involved digging west starting in front of the school at 51 Street and 55 Avenue. Residential housing going west received waterline work as well as four residences having sewer lines replaced; a new manhole cover added in that location will eventually join up next spring with the new manhole for Phase 2. Once the work is completed, the old sewer line under the school will be isolated and the new sewer pipeline will be operational.
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