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Vol. 9, No. 46, Tuesday, September 16, 2014

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Members of the Lamont Fire Department were on the scene of a motor vehicle accident Saturday morning on Highway 15 and Range Ro ad 192.

Heroes in the Sky with boots on the ground Michelle Pinon Editor

Some of Lamont's Her oes in the Sky had their boots on the ground Saturday morning, Sept. 13, r esponding to a motor vehicle accident east on Highway 15 and Range Road 192.

Fire Chief John Helton said it appeared that the vehicle in the ditch hit the rear of the vehicle that was still on the road. No injuries were reported in the accident, added Helton.

Then members returned to the site of the department’s Her oes in the Sky fundraising event in the parking lot of Lamont Foods to serve up hamburgers, hot dogs and popcorn to event goers.

Members also dished out information, calendars, and plenty of fun during the barbecue. Several participants tried out the fir e extinguisher simulator, and took turns trying to dunk fir efighters in the dunk tank.

One of new activities at the event It was impossible not to get wet during the Bucket Brigade Competition during the was the Bucket Brigade competition.

Heroes in the Sky event. The four member team from Bruderheim emerged the Lamont, Bruderheim, Mundare and overall winner in the fun filled competition Saturday, Sept. 13 in Lamont.

Willingdon firefighters faced of f against each other in the fun-filled

The driver’s side front end was crumpled during the collison. competition. In the end, the Bruderheim Fire Department emerged the winner and earned bragging rights until next year’s competition.

Helton reported that a total $2,466 was raised in donations and will go towards the pur chase of fir efighting equipment.

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Lamont town council terminates contract with the Lamont & District Agricultural Society Michelle Pinon Edtor

Lamont town council voted in favour of terminating its contract with the Lamont & District Agricultural Society at its Sept. 9 meeting.

Councillor Steve Sharun made the motion to terminate the agr eement with the ag. society which was passed on Aug. 12, 2013.

There was no discussion, and the motion passed unanimously. All of council was present for the vote, except for coun.

Wayne Field.

Lamont Mayor Bill Skinner stated in a follow Mayor Bill Skinner

up telephone interview on Sept. 10 that the town didn't have a desir e to terminate the contract with the Lamont & District Agricultural Society, but wanted to find a ways to improve the Lamont Community Fair.

“We keep having conflicts, so for next year we’ve decided to separate the two events,” added Skinner .

Because the agreement between the town and the ag. society included specified dates for usage, Skinner said that is why the agreement was terminated.

The Lamont Community Fair will be held during the last weekend in July as it traditionally has been, said Skinner, and the ag. society does have the option to choose another date to hold the r odeo or choose another venue.

“We hope to enter into a new agr eement with the ag. society befor e the curr ent one expir es,” said Skinner. “That’s why we gave them 90 days notice.”

The official letter of notification from the town will be

mailed out to the ag. society, noted Skinner.

Primarily, the agreement is for the benefit of the ag. society, added Skinner, as having access to facilities and grants does directly impact the non-profit organization.

Skinner said the desire is to have all service groups, including the ag. society, participate in the community fair.

Planning meetings for the fair begin in June, and Skinner says they like to have details finalized by the end of June. Letters inviting service clubs to participate in the community fair will be sent out sometime in the new year.

Skinner’s hope is that the change will be presented in a positive light, that the town’s expectations will be clearly outlined, and that the ag. society will choose to work with the town.

Town of Lamont addresses the future of the Lamont Community Fair Submitted by the T own of Lamont The Town of Lamont identified community events as a key ar ea for town council to focus on and develop. Successful community events r ely upon local clubs and service organizations that can work in unison in order to pr ovide a variety of events and encourage local participation. It is a win-win situation in which local organizations and clubs

can raise funds, raise awareness and ultimately help build sustainable community events with the local municipality.

In this light, the 2014 Lamont Community Fair was a step towar ds the goal of cr eating a sustainable annual event as a community with key participation from local clubs and or ganizations.

There were challenges in regards to planning, scheduling and delivery of the events in 2014, but town council is taking

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At the Sept. 9 r egular council meeting a motion was passed to terminate the agreement between the Town of Lamont and the Lamont & District Agricultural Society. This agreement provided for a cooperative event combining the Summer Sizzler Rodeo and the Community Fair.

The decision to terminate this agr eement did not come lightly; council

has determined that it is in the best interests of the town, its r esidents and the local service gr oups.

Difficulties in communication and collaboration resulted in a less than optimal experience and presentation for all those that participated in the 2014 Lamont Community Fair.

In the spirit of the event name, ef fective with the 2015 fair , the town will be utilizing all of their facilities including the fair gr ounds to

host, with local service groups, the Lamont Community Fair.

Council believes this is an opportunity for local clubs and service organizations and the town to collaborate together to build a successful and sustainable fair for the citizens of Lamont.

This change does not negate the option of the Town of Lamont and the Lamont & District Agricultural Society working together on future projects, if both

parties feel that it will be mutually beneficial to all parties involved.

Please feel free to contact administration or town council with any questions or concerns you may have. W e ask for your continued support in 2015 and beyond, and remind you that we are here to r eceive recommendations on how to improve and build a successful community fair.

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Lamont town councillors voice their displeasure over paving project Michelle Pinon Editor

The Town of Lamont’s long awaited paving project on 50 Ave. and 47 (ave.) east to the corner of 49 Street was one topic of discussion br ought forward by coun. Wayne Field during his report to council on Sept. 9.

Coun. Field voiced his displeasure over the fact that a strip of the main street, right beside the new pavement was left untouched and remained littered with potholes.

“If that was someone’s driveway they wouldn’t leave it that way,” stated Field, who felt the issue comes back to engineering and public works.

“I’ve had four calls on

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A recently completed paving project was the source of discussion and some dissatisfaction during Lamont town council’s Sept. 9 meeting.

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that already,” added Field, who wanted a meeting called regarding the issue.

Following the r eports, coun. Debra Dunsmor e asked chief administrative officer Sandi Maschmeyer where the town stood on the paving budget?

Maschmeyer said they were over budget.

Maschmeyer also pointed out the contractor only brought enough material to finish the potholes. She did say that she could get a quote on the piece of main str eet that was not paved.

Dunsmore said ther e needs to be better communication if something doesn’t meet the town’s expectations.

Coun. Steve Shar un

said he wanted something to be done about the siutation and to find the money to fix the problem. Sharun said first there was the issue of the tracks, and then the road by the Bur ger Baron, and now the remaining potholes.

“Lets bite our tongue and get it over and done,” urged Dunsmore.

She said ther e is washboard on both sides of the new pavement and reiterated that she would like them fixed. Mayor Bill Skinner agr eed that the paving has to be completed.

Maschmeyer said she would look into it. No motion was br ought from members of council.

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Opinion

Irreparable damage?

I attended the Town of Lamont's regular council meeting on Sept. 9. Partway thr ough the meeting there was an out of camera motion made by coun.

Steve Sharun to terminate the contract between the Town of Lamont and the Lamont & District Agricultural Society.

There was no discussion, and council voted unanimously in favor of the motion. It should be noted that coun. W ayne Field was absent for the vote because of work commitments.

While Field said he would have liked to have been a part of that discussion, (referring to the contract issue), neither he, or I , were privy to that conversation since it took place during the in-camera portion of the meeting which is held prior to the start of the regular meeting.

As to the r eason(s) why the contract was terminated and what affect it will have on the community remains to be seen; but one thing is for sur e, the decision will definitely have an impact on the decision makers, members of the ag. society , volunteers, supporters of the Bull-A-Rama and Summer Sizzler Rodeo, as well as other people in the community for a long time to come.

Debating school fees in our public system A few weeks befor e the start of school I was telling a friend that when I had my income tax return prepared that I was not allowed to claim school fees as expenses. Even though I asked why, they didn't know why? But I thought if post secondary students can claim tuition, school fees, and material fees then why couldn't I as a par ent of a child in the public school system claim similar expenses?

I still haven’t r eceived an answer, but the question jogged my memory, back to the debate about extra billing in health care. If people don’t object to paying additional fees for services then more than likely they will end up being billed for those types of services.

I guess the same is tr ue for school fees. But if a parent or parents refuse to pay the school fees then where does the money come fr om to cover those fees? Is it the school division or the school itself? In the end is it all taxpayers who foot the bill collectively?

So I guess it comes down to the principle of the issue. Should par ents be obligated to pay school fees or should those fees be taken out of the government’s coffers? In the end, there is only one taxpayer...but what do you think?

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From Where I Sit: GIWIST

By Hazel Anaka For every person who’s ever felt hopelessly out of the loop because she doesn’t understand what those young kids ar e always doing on their phones, take heart. For those employers who r esent the lost pr oductivity when staff members steal time to update their status, tweet and post, take heart. For those parents who despair that they will ever again have a meaningful conversation with their childr en, take heart.

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Investigation has spent countless time and taxpayer dollars to create an eighty-three-page document translating 3000 Twitter-type phrases and shorthand. Some of the shorthand is so long and undecipherable as to be useless. Some is used so infrequently as to be pointless. Some is short form for hopelessly outdated expressions: BTDTGTTSAWIO (been there, done that, got the t-shirt and wore it out).

Imagine this conversation: That is a BOGSA T (bunch of guys sitting around talking). DILLIGAD (does it look like I give a damn?) No, but you know I ALOTBSOL (always look on the bright side of life). Hell, yeah, going thr ough life with an E2EG (ear to ear grin).

Or a clandestine online relationship: What ar e you doing? I’m NIFOC (naked in fr ont of computer). Does that mean what I think it means?

IITYWIMWYBMAD (If I tell you what it means will you buy me a drink?) Oh, you make

me LMSO (laugh my socks off)! BTWITIAILWY (by the way, I think I am in love with you). Or at least BFFLUDDUP (best friends for life until death do us part). Later , SOMSW (someone over my shoulder watching).

YKWRGMG (you know what really grinds my gears)? Goofy pr ojects that waste money .

Not knowing all the acronyms. Not having the time to engage in these frivolous timewasters myself.

Perhaps this is simply the most recent example of how sub-gr oups of people create their own language. Teens do it to seek out privacy and create distance fr om their parents. Criminals do it to thwart police thr ough coded communications.

The language of adulterers attempts to keep secrets; titillation is simply a sexy by-product.

Most fields of endeavor have their own jar gon or insider language. This type of shorthand pr esumably saves time, builds camaraderie and teamwork. For those out-

side the cir cle it is also exclusionary; the inside joke. It takes time and effort to decode and learn the acr onyms. I remember being shocked to learn that medical people talk about dying patients as “cir cling the drain.” Yet that black humour is likely just what’s needed at the end of a tough shift.

FCOL (for crying out loud) I just wish we were BFF (best friends for ever) who could ETW (enjoy the weekend).

Instead we’re stuck her e answering FAQ (frequently asked questions) because if we left it to Bob with his BAM (below average mentality) it would be the EOTWAWKI (end of the world as we know it).

In a world of misinformation and disinformation most days I consciously attempt to clarify BAMN (by any means necessary). Other times it’s just GIWIST (gee, I wish I said that) FWIS (from where I sit).

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Local municipalities to reap LCREDI rewards Michelle Pinon Editor

Local municipalities have been asking for their own piece of the economic development pie from Lamont County, and on Sept. 9 council sliced into that pie to share with the communities of Lamont, Mundare, Andrew and Chipman.

The revenue sharing was part ‘n par cel of the master agreement through the Lamont County Regional Economic Development Initiative (LCREDI) that was approved nearly three years ago.

Based on tax r evenue for industrial par cels, the Town of Mundar e is to receive $14,154.63, the Town of Lamont is to receive $29,042.66, the Town of Bruderheim is to receive $19,141.75, the Village of Andrew is to receive $6,307.24; and the Village of Chipman is to receive $4,693.76.

The funds, while not budgeted for by council, will come fr om the over budget tax r evenue for 2014.

The LCREDI agr eement essentially establishes a collaboration between interested parties, such as local industry, landowners,

province, and municipalities towards the achievement of the various objects of the society and other objects of mutual benefit to the parties. Those benefits include, but are not limited to economic development, planning and development, revenue sharing and cost sharing for the mutual benefit of the parties within the LCREDI economic development zone.

“The agreement is based on new tax r ev-

enue and/or incr eases for industrial parcels that are assigned Class 2, non-residential properties and is identified as having an industrial actual use and also assessments assigned a Class 4, machinery and equipment,” stated Debbie Hackman, dir ector of corporate services for Lamont County in her request for decision.

“Excluded from the agreement are any industrial parcels within the zone having assess-

ment values of less than $100,000. The agr eement also excludes linear properties. In addition to the sharing of tax r evenue, applicable expenditures incurred by the host municipality can be deducted from the total payment. The level of the deducation from the revenue sharing is 75 per cent of the costs incurred and with each subse-

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Lamont Terry Fox Run raises more than $10,000 for cancer research

Michelle Pinon Editor

“I usually don’t cry ,” said Shirley Hope apologetically while hugging Nadine Stitsko during registration for the Lamont Terry Fox Run on Sunday, Sept. 14 in the meeting r oom of the Lamont Recreation Centre.

Hope explained that she was just so over-

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whelmed by the generosity of newlyweds Stephen and Jocelyn Lesoway, who presented Hope, (a br east cancer survivor), with mor e than $1,200 cash to donate to cancer research a short time earlier.

The Lesoways met Hope during their wedding rehearsal dinner at the St. Michael Hotel on Friday evening. At that time, the couple, along with other family members and close friends chipped in $340 when they learned Hope would be participating in the T erry Fox Run. “They all signed the pledge sheet. That’s just incredible when you think about it!”

Hope, who co-owns the hotel along with her

husband Paul, was thrilled with the donation, and she couldn’t believe it when they handed her a ziploc bag full of cash Sunday afternoon after their gift opening.

“I was diagnosed almost a year ago today,” said Hope, who was standing beside her son Daniel, who dr ove out from Edmonton to r un with her. Ironically, it was Nadine Stitsko, who helped organize the event with her son Shanon, who came in the hotel canvassing for a business donation earlier in the day when Shirley said she’d r un in the event.

Hope, an avid long distance runner, thought that since she runs all the

time, she might as well run in the Terry Fox Run. In fact, running was one of the few activities Hope could do following double mastectomy surgery and chemo and radiation treatments this past year. “It (cancer) wasn’t going to make me stop running,” added Hope, who now has a new lease on life.

What also helped Hope out during the past year was the Haying in the ‘30’s or ganization that offers financial support to cancer patients undergoing treatments to help offset the costs of gas,parking and travellng back and forth fr om home to the Cr oss Cancer Institute.

Allan Borys, grandknight of the Knights of

Columbus Council #6382, (which has sponsored the Lamont T erry Fox Run for the past 27 years), said if it wasn’t for cancer tr eatments he would not be alive today.

Borys thanked fellow volunteers, participants and supporters, for their generosity.

Preliminary totals from Lamont’s 2014 r un indicate that mor e than $10,400 was raised. That amount does not include t-shirt donations, prizes, food and cash donations.

“It doesn’t matter what you did; everything counts,” added Borys, during the BBQ luncheon after the run.

Organizers reported there were a total of 33 participants, nine less than the pr evious year,

Daniel Hope and his mom Shirley Hope but noted that the amount of donations they received from them was very gener ous indeed. “Their were four new participants this year,” added Stitsko.

Both Shanon and Nadine were very happy with the r esults of the 2014 run, and wanted to extend their gratitude to everyone involved.

Public Open House On the Town of Bruderheim’s Land Use Bylaw Where: Bruderheim Fire Hall (5112 Queen St.) When: 7:00pm - 9:00pm on Tuesday, September 30, 2014 Mayor and Council of the Town of Bruderheim invite you to a Public Open House to discuss the Town’s Land Use Bylaw. Preparations for an update to the Land Use Bylaw are getting underway; this Open House is the first step in preparing a draft Land Use Bylaw.

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ATCO gives the Andrew Fire Department a financial boost Andrew Fire Department, commented on the donation, saying: “Today, (Sept.

10) we have received confirmation that ATCO Electric has donated $500 to our department. It is with gr eat pride that we accept this donation fr om one of our mutual business partners within our region.”

Goertz went on to say , “It is these types of donations that help our small communities gain access to training and to give us a better chance of purchasing the equipment needed to service our ar eas. ATCO has been a gr eat leader within all of our communities and this action once again shows that they care.”

Pat Skoreyko, chief administrative officer for the V illage of Andrew, stated: “We are grateful for ATCO Electric’s financial support to help purchase six self-contained breathing appparatus (SCBA) units that will help firefighters safely r espond to emergency situations. W e also appr eciate ATCO Electric’s volunteer and in-kind contributions as partners of the region’s emergency response network and as members of the community.”

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ATCO Electric gave the Andrew Fire Department a $500 boost on Sept. 8 The donation is earmarked for the purchase of additional safety equipment for the fire department.

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Thank you for your dedication in keeping us and our residents safe.

We salute all of the amazing people who help keep our communities a safe place to be.

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We appreciate your hard work in our great community!

We Salute You!

Hrehorets s Bus Service e Ltd.

780-918-7406

We Salute our RCMP!

Thank You!

Elk Island Thrift Store Main Street Lamont 780-895-2800

Stop and take the time to thank our officers for their hard work!

Gondola’s Steak & Pizza 780-895-7300 We greatly appreciate all the time and effort you put into keeping our community safe.

Thanks!

LA Hair Designs 780-895-0004

Heroes are the people who do what has to be done regardless of the consequences.

Keep up the Great Work - We Salute You!

Main Street Lamont 780-998-2501 Shannon Kowal - Mundare Office: 780-764-4007

Thanks for your great work and dedication!

Our RCMP are important to our community!

Yaychi’s 780-895-7312

We salute the past, present and future members for their dedication.

Lily’s Steak & Pizza Bruderheim 780-796-3012

We thank you for keeping our streets in Bruderheim safe!

Stawnichy’s Meat Processing Mundare - 780-764-3765

Andrew Grocery

Thanks for watching over our community and making it a safe place.

5025-51 St., Andrew

780-365-3974

“Jean & Larry” Flower Pot 780-895-2589

A Big “Thank You” to the RCMP for making our area a safe place to call home!

Thank You for being part of our community!

The RCMP is made up of many special people, and we are thankful for each and every one!

Lamont 780-895-2261

A Special Thanks to the RCMP who dedicate countless hours of service to our community.

Lamco Gas Co-op Lamont 780-895-2244

Mundare e Bakery 5231 - 50 St., Mundare

780-764-3988

“Your local scratch bakery” Thank you for watching over our community. We sincerely appreciate all that you do.

Lamont Foods 780-895-2080

We Salute Our Local RCMP for their outstanding efforts in keeping our town and community a safe place to live.

Lamont Health Care Centre 5216 - 53 St., Lamont 780-895-2211 Police: Protecting and Serving with Courage & Strength & Commitment.

We Thank You!

Lamont Hair Boutique 780-895-2777

Thank you for the outstanding service to our community!

We salute you!

The Co-Operators 780-895-7303/ 780-365-3803

12 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Did you know? * Women first started being regular members of the R.C.M.P. in 1974. * Right now in the R.C.M.P. there are now more than 25,000 peace officers, civilian members, public service support staff. * Duties include provincial policing (except in Quebec and Ontario), in the North and in many aboriginal communities. * The R.C.M.P. was originally known as the North-West Mounted Police. * The R.C.M.P. cadets train in Regina, Saskatchewan. * The image that has been used to represent the R.C.M.P. since the 1880's is the red serge. * The principal elements on the R.C.M.P. regimental badge are the bison head, maple leaves, scroll, and crown. * The motto of the R.C.M.P is "Maintiens le droit" or "defending the law". * The R.C.M.P. Police Dog Training Center is located in Innisfail, Alberta * When you see a star sewn on the left upper sleeve of the red serge it denotes 5 years of service.

Personal responsibility is a difficult thiing to ask for in a nation which has attempted to find a societal “root cause” for all things.

(Shapley R. Hunter)

Thanks from St Michael Regional Landfill 780-702-9880

Thanks for keeping guns off of our streets!

Thank k you u forr risking g your n lives s to o keep p ours own safe..

Lamont Value Drug Mart

M & M Kozy y Kitchen

5030 - 50 Ave., Lamont

780-895-2411

“Salute to our Troops”

Thank you for the outstanding service to our community.

We salute you!

Chipman Market 780-363-2120 Thank you for taking care of our community and keeping it safe.

Mundare 780-764-3786

We salute our RCMP and say thanks for keeping drunk drivers off the roads!

Hi-Way Registries Vegreville

780-632-7474

Thanks for being true “members” of our community!

Andrew Liquor Services 5031 - 51 St., Andrew 780-365-2373

Spirit of Bruderheim 780-796-3300 A Special Thanks to the RCMP who dedicate countless hours of service to our community.

Gerry’s Fashions 780-895-2660

Thanks for being part of our community!

Mundaree Salonn & Barber 5216 - 50 St., Mundare Kerry - 780-221-7193

Lamont Hotel 780-895-2413

Main Street, Mundare

780-764-2227 There are people that put their lives in harms way every day.

It’s not something they Do. It’s something they Are!

His & Hers Hair & Esthetics 4813 Queen St., Bruderheim 780-796-2121

It is with great gratitude that we Salute our local RCMP. Royal Care Compounding Pharmacy Mundare

780-764-3036

Thank you for all you do in maintaining our family friendly communities.

Bruderheim & Fort Saskatchewan Your mind is your greatest weapon, your body is just the holster you will carry it in.

Joe Van Parkman

Mundare Liquor Store

Thanks for keeping our streets safe!

Beer Cold

Wine

Main Street Mundare

780-764-3804

This Special Feature was made possible with the sponsorship of the Lamont County Community.

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 13

Andrew School welcomes four new teachers on staff Andrew School is pleased to introduce and welcome four new teachers this school year!

My name is Deanna McDonald and I am thrilled to be working part time at Andrew School this year . I have been a substitute teacher on and of f since 2004. I live in Ardrossan and I have two boys that keep me busy. My boys ar e

Deanna McDonald ages 10 and 7. Last year I spent some time subbing at Andrew school and enjoyed getting to know

cycles but do not own one yet. I enjoy watching sports, especially hockey.

I am looking forwar d to watching the Wildcat’s win some tournaments. It is going to be a great year and I am excited to get to know the students in Andrew!

My name is T anya Gehlert. This is my first year teaching in Andrew with Elk Island Public Schools and I cannot be more excited! I will be teaching all of the sec-

the students and the staff. I love the community feel of Andrew, and I am excited to be a part of this school. As of right now I am going to be teaching Grade 5/6 health. I will be in the school every Wednesday.

Although I am sur e I will be ther e a few days more each week, to do some subbing. I am hoping that I can help implement a fairly new pr ogram called Heroes to go along with the health curriculum. The vision of this program is to cr eate a “Nation of Confident” youth that live with character, integrity and purpose. I see these qualities already in the students at Andrew. I enjoy spending time with my family and my boys. W e enjoy quading and campfires. I r ecently got hooked on riding motor-

Tanya Gehlert

ondary math classes (junior high and high school) as well as r unning the Hot Lunch Program through Junior and Senior High Foods.

Prior to this school year, I worked in Ponoka, Alberta, teaching mostly high school math. I gr ew up just southeast of Sherwood Park and am now r esiding in Sherwood Park.

I’m not only very excited to be living closer to my friends and family this year but also teaching in such a close community with, from what I can see, amazing people.

The staff here at Andrew have been nothing but supportive and I am excited to work with them as well as all of my new students!

My name is Angela Christensen and I will be teaching junior and senior high English and

Drama. I currently live in Fort Saskatchewan with my husband, Cory , and our three beautiful children: Ciaran (9 years old), Aislinn (8 years old), and Lochlan (5 years old).

I have been with the district since 201 1 and was fortunate enough to

Angela Christensen meet the staf f and students while subbing last year. During my time at the school I fell in love with the sense of community in Andrew and the amazing staf f and

Bruderheim council signs off on development agreement

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Bruderheim town council signed of f on a development agreement with Strata Development Corp. during its Sept. 3 meeting.

Courtney Jensen, senior project manager, was on hand for the item, offering additional information and clarification to members on council before they of ficially approved the agreement.

“It is exciting to see some additional single family residential development moving ahead in Bruderheim this year ,” said Jensen, who supplied a tentative subdivision plan to the Lamont Leader.

“We are hoping to service 20 single family lots this year, in a cul-desac that backs onto our previously developed cul-de-sac in the W est Woodlands area.” Jensen said the development would be a very typical urban style single family lot subdivision. She went on to say that Ingram Custom Homes has signed on to do a good deal of the building.

approved, we will see some variety of lot sizing moving forward, including the potential for some duplex and/or row townhome product.

“The build out will depend on what kind of builder interest we get.

Builders interested in working in the ar ea are encouraged to contract us early on, so that we can ensure that lot sizing that they desir e is available to them going forward.”

“We are currently in the process of grading the site, and hope to complete construction of the lots late this year .

Building could start following that, however , I would expect that it is likely not to start until spring,” explained Jensen.

“Additionally, we ar e in the pr ocess of planning for the development of the balance of the land. Although the plans are not yet

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students! I am extr emely excited to be her e and I look forward to a fantastic school year!

Ms. Siobhan Sanderson has spent countless hours this summer preparing for her new classroom full of Grade 1 & 2 students.

She is very excited to be a part of our school and is very excited to teach our elementary music classes.

Many, in Andrew School, will remember her fr om last year when she was a student teacher in the Grade 5 & 6 classroom.

Registration September 18 at the Community Awareness Night

6:00pm - 8:00pm Lamont Hall

BUILDING POCKET WIDTH AT MINIMUM FRONT YARD

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PARCEL WIDTH AT MINIMUM FRONT YARD SETBACK

KEY MAP

This is a conceptual drawing of the proposed phase two of the West Woodlands subdivision.

For more information contact

Gennine 780-895-0007 or Or email geejoe@telus.net

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Funeral

Business Directory

Best Quality Granite, Design

1” $40/month; 2” $80/month

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LLOYD SADOWNIK

CAROL SMITH

Agriculture

Construction

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Home Improvements ELIMINATE YOUR HEATING BILLS!

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Keep your family safe and warm with an OUTDOOR WOOD FURNACE from Central Boiler.

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Household

North Point Agronomy Ltd. Providing Independent Agronomic Services Soil Sampling • Truck Mounted Hydraulic Probe • Up to 24” depth •GPS positioning Fertility/Agronomic Recommendations

Please call for rates Tyler Graham P.Ag. tyler@northpointag.ca (780)691-2981

For all your:

Structural Foundation Repair •Wall Leaks• •Sump• •Weeping Tile• B a s e m e n t

W a t e r

780-709-4686

Automotive

needs call:

Margaret Roberts: (780) 365-3504

House Cleaning

Happy Nest

Day Care

House Cleaning Service

Open Mon.-Fri. 6:30 am to 6:00 pm

Weekly, bi-weekly or occasional services.

Call today: 780-521-5000 www.happynestservices.ca

Licensed and insured. For your protection all of our service providers have passed a criminal and vulnerable sector check.

Ages 12 months to 12 years Fully licensed-pre-accredited-subsidy accepted!

780-764-2272 5236 50 Street, Mundare

Bookkeeping Paige & Co.

Pet Boarding Service

Electrical Matt Luyckfassel

Serving Individuals and Small-Large Businesses. Specializing in the Trades.

Offering Bookkeeping & Tax Preparation.

780-910-9748

mattluyckfassel@hotmail.com

Box 462, Hwy 15 Bruderheim, Alberta T0B-2R0

Phone 780-992-7990

Where Dogs Play

Certified Bookkeeper/Tax Preparer P.O. Box 637, 544070 Range Road 163, Mundare, AB T0B 3H0

780-603-7051

Cozy Critters

Lamont Boarding Kennels

Jasmine Paige

Fax: 1-866-706-0072

Kennels

(780) 895-2440 Residential - Commercial - Industrial

Bottle Depot

lamontboardingkennels@@gmail.com www.lamontboardingkennels.com

Lawn Care

Fencing

EST. 2006

Myles Faragini Owner/Operator

Over 20 years experience

Commercial • Residential • Industrial Chain Link • Ornamental

Rene Pedersen, Tofield AB. 780-919-0934 www.universalfence.ca • rp@universalfence.ca universalfence@hotmail.com PROFESSIONAL INSTALLATION GUARANTEED

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Business Directory

Real Estate

1” $40/month; 2” $80/month For all your real estate needs

Machinery

Plumbing/Heating

SHIRGOR

JMP Plumbing & Heating Ltd.

ENTERPRISES INC. Equipment rentals and sales Industrial tools and consumables

Mini Batch Concrete

PH: 780.720.6361 FAX: 780.922.8715 EMAIL: GSH50@SHAW.CA

Located in Bruderheim AB, 5130-52 avenue

jmpplumbing@live.ca Box 84, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0

Professional

Ser vices to: Industrial/commercial, Agricultural, 11222A-88th Ave Oil and gas and Fort Saskatchewan AB Transportation

Motor Vehicle Accidents, Fatal Accidents, Wills & More

Meats

Renovations

John Panek 780-999-2065

Custom Machining, Manufacturing, Repair, Welding and Lite Fabrication

www.heartlandmachineworks.com

5004 50 Street, Mundare

Furnace & Hot Water Tank Replacement Plumbing - New Home Construction Air Conditioning - Gas Fitting - Gas Fire Places Garage Heaters - Service & Repair - Sheet Metal

HEARTLAND MACHINE WORKS LTD.

(780) 803-7156

Office – 780-764-4007 Cell – 780-920-3076 www.kowalrealty.ca

Shannon Kowal Broker

Elizabeth J. Tatchyn, B.A., LL.B BARRISTER & SOLICITOR at the Elk Island Insurance Agency By appointment only * Speaks Ukrainian * etatchyn@biamonte.com Edmonton: 780-425-5800

Proudly Serving Lamont County and surrounding area’s

MARCEL’S PAINTING LTD. Residential & Commercial Interior & Exterior Re-paint or New Jobs Farm Buildings Serving Lamont County and Surrounding Area

P: (780) 657-2440 C: (587) 280-2879 fbeaunoyer@eastlink.ca

Free Estimates • • • • Senior Rates For all your renovation & plumbing needs call:

Promotional Products Lambert Love Owner

780-632-2700 Retail Sales Provincially Inspected Abattoir Gluten & MSG Free Product Cooked Meats for Special Events

An Alberta Registered Company

Tree Services

Photography Real Estate

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Huge 82” 6 spade mover ensures high survivability and less babysitting

As Scene Photography and Graphic Design

cene

Brochures, Web pages, Flyers and Business cards Contact: asphoto@telus.net (780) 895-2871

CALL 780-603-3437

ArTeam Realty

Independently owned and operated

TITAN TREE SERVICES

"I live in Lamont County!" Mary Robinson 780-977-2648

Plumbing/Heating

KT Mechanical LTD Kevin Tychkowsky Lamont, Alberta Commercial & Residential • Heating • Air Conditioning • Refrigeration

Phone: 292-2336 Fax: 895-2809 ktmechanical@hotmail.com 20 years experience!

mary.robinson@robinsonrealty.ca

Valerie McConville 780-700-8638

Tree moving & removal, trimming, pruning, brush & stump mulching.

We haul away the debris!

CALL 780-603-3437

Trucking Trevor Schinkinger Trucking Ltd.

www.valeriemcconville.com • Sand, Gravel & Top Soil • Loading & Hauling • Landscaping • Excavating • Demolition

Helping Families Make the Right Move Realty Executives Devonshire

where the experts are

Ph: 780-895-2349

Cell: 780-220-5405

Box 412 Lamont, Alberta T0B-2R0

16 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Blanket Alberta Ads take approximately 10 days to process

_____________________ AUCTIONS _____________________ MEIER Classic Car & Truck Auction. Saturday, September 20, 11 a.m.

6016 - 72A Ave., Edmonton. Consign today, call 780-440-1860. _____________________ UNRESERVED FARM TOY Auction for Norm Wygle! All makes including Big Buds, Precision, Prestige, Custom! 10 a.m., Saturday, September 27, Wainwright, Alberta.

Scribner Auction 7 8 0 - 8 4 2 - 5 6 6 6 ; www.scribnernet.com. _____________________ COLLECTOR CAR AUCTION! 7th Annual Red Deer Fall Finale.

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Friday, Sept. 26, 6:15 p.m.

All types: Canada, US, Foreign, incredible selection! Wainwright, Alberta.

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Protected territories. Full details call now 1-866-668-6629. Website: www.tcvend.com. _____________________ ATTAIN FREEDOM home-based work, minimal

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Covers: hip/knee replacements, arthritic joints, COPD. Apply today!

1-844-453-5372. _____________________ CAREER TRAINING _____________________ MEDICAL BILLING trainees needed! Learn to process & submit billing claims for hospitals and doctors! No experience needed! Local training gets you ready to work! 1-888627-0297. _____________________ EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES _____________________ PARK PAVING LTD. in Edmonton has immediate openings for Journeyman Heavy Duty Mechanics and Apprentice positions in our state-of-the-art Sherwood Park facility.

Send your resume via email to: employment@parkpaving.com or via fax to 780-434-5373; www.parkpaving.com. _____________________ FREIGHTLAND CARRIERS, a tri-axle air ride flatdeck carrier is looking for Owner/Operators to run Alberta only or 4 Western Provinces. Average gross $18 - 25,000/month. 1800-917-9021. Email: ed@freightland.ca. _____________________ WANT TO HELP others and earn addition income?

The 2nd Call next generation locating service is now hiring a limited number of S.A.F.E.R. Officers.

Phone 780-632-3945. _____________________ EXPERIENCE is an asset.

We offer free recruitment services for people aged 45

These blanket classified ads are produced through a joint agreement by The Community Press, Viking Weekly Review, Lamont Leader, Tofield Mercury and Alberta Weekly Newspaper Association (AWNA). These ads appear in all AWNA member papers (120 papers) for the cost of $269.00 (+gst) for the first 25 words, $8.00 per word over 25. To place a blanket classified, call a CARIBOU PUBLISHING representative at 780-385-6693 or email ads@thecommunitypress.com.

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Drug testing required.

780-723-5051. _____________________ INTERESTED IN the Community Newspaper business? Alberta's weekly newspapers are looking for people like you. Post your resume online. FREE. Visit: awna.com/for-jobseekers. _____________________ EXPANDING OILFIELD TRUCKING company requires immediate Class 1/Class 3 Drivers, Boiler Operators, Labourers and Mechanics. Experience in oilfield service or hauling dangerous goods preferred.

E m a i l : Robbie@brekkaas.ca. _____________________ CLASS 1 DRIVER needed for L/S hauling based out of Westlock. For info e m a i l rob@jubileefarms.ca. _____________________ EAGLE RIVER Chrysler Ltd. is currently looking for a full-time Service Advisor. Great work environment. Competitive wages. Excellent benefit package incentive and bonus plans. On the job training available. Previous experience would definitely be an asset. To apply please fax your resume to 780-778-8950. Email it to: service@eagleriver.ca or mail it to: Eagle River Chrysler, P.O. Box 1558, Whitecourt, AB, T7S 1P4.

You can also apply in person to the Service Manager

- Dennis LaFreniere. _____________________ TSI INSULATION LTD. requires full-time Insulators for in/out of town work. Benefits, competitive wages. Shiftwork required. Fax resume to 780-960-1490 or email to: hr@tsiinsulation.com. _____________________ MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTION is an in-demand career in Canada!

Employers have work-athome positions available.

Get the online training you need from an employertrusted program. Visit: CareerStep.ca/MT or 1-888-528-0809 to start training for your work-athome career today! _____________________ SEEKING A CAREER in the Community Newspaper business? Post your resume for FREE right where the publishers are looking.

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Please call Kevin Paskal at 403-330-9147. _____________________ FEED BARLEY. Paskal Cattle Company in Picture Butte area is looking for Feed Barley. Put more $$$ in your pocket. Sell direct to us. Please call Main Office for details.

403-317-1365. _____________________ HEATED CANOLA buying Green, Heated or Springthrashed Canola.

Buying: oats, barley, wheat & peas for feed.

Buying damaged or offgrade grain. "On Farm Pickup" Westcan Feed & Grain, 1-877-250-5252. _____________________ FOR SALE _____________________ BEAUTIFUL SPRUCE TREES. 4 - 6 ft., $35 each.

Machine planting; $10/tree (includes bark mulch and fertilizer). 20 tree minimum order. Delivery fee: $75 - $125/order. Quality guaranteed. 403-820-0961. _____________________ METAL ROOFING & SIDING. 30+ colours available at over 40 Distributors. 40 year warranty. 48 hour Express Service available at select supporting Distributors.

Call 1-888-263-8254. _____________________ S T E E L BUILDINGS/METAL

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Classified ads placed in any of the three publications will appear in all papers for ONE price of $10.75 for the first 25 words and .39¢ a word thereafter

ANNOUNCEMENTS

COMING EVENTS

FOR RENT

GARAGE SALE

HELP WANTED

REAL ESTATE

Viking School Parent Council Annual Meetings.

Society of the Friends of the Viking School Council will be holding its annual general meeting on Sept. 22, 2014 at 6 p.m. in the Viking School Home Ec. Room.

Regular meeting to follow.

Viking School Parent Council will be holding its annual general meeting on Sept. 22, 2014 at 6:30 p.m. in the Viking School Home Ec. Room. Our regular meeting will follow. All parents and community members are welcome and encouraged to attend. Your 2014/2015 executive and directors will be nominated and voted in at this meeting. These are your voting members. See you there! Come out and support our children and our school.

33-34c ________________________ CALLING ALL SKATERS! The Viking Skating Club is gearing up for another season and we want to see you there! We will be announcing our registration night as well as lesson times very soon......so make sure you've got your skates laced up and ready to go ~ it's going to be a great season! Please call: (780) 3362583 for more information.

TM34p ________________________ Pickle Ball & Badminton every Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. at Kinsella Gymnasium. Everyone welcome.

34-35c ________________________

Spilstead Hall Steak Fry on Friday, September 19th.

BBQ's ready to go at 6:00 pm. Steak tickets are $12.50 and you get a steak, potato, salads & dessert. Kids 11 yrs and younger eat free hotdog meals. Tickets available at the door.

TM34p ________________________ Harvest Hoedown at Hastings Lake Hall, September 20, 4 pm to 8 pm. Bouncy castle, pony rides, kids’ games, music & harvest dinner. Cost $25/family members, $35/family non-members.

TM34p ________________________ Tofield United Church fall supper. Sunday, October 5th, 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm at the Tofield Community Hall.

Everyone Welcome. TM34c ________________________ Ducks Unlimited Dinner and Auction on Saturday, October 4, at 6:00 pm at the Tofield Community Hall.

For tickets call Marilyn 780340-3913 TM34-36c ________________________

Clean 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house for rent in Innisfree. No smoking, no pets. For more info, call 780458-8628.

CP34-35p ________________________

Multi-Family.

Saturday, Sept. 20 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm. #3 Greenfield Echoes in Lamont (North of Clinic on 54 Street). Tools, Fishing Gear, Decoys, Table Saw, Chop Saw, Gardening Tools, Hi Pressure Washer and more LL34p ________________________ 5118 - 50 Street Lamont, AB Friday, Sept. 19 - 9:00 am 8:00 pm. Saturday, Sept. 20 9:00 am - 6:00 pm. Some Household Items & Furnishings, Treadmill, Children's Clothing, etc. etc etc.

LL34p ________________________ Twp. Rd. 553 Lamont.

Behind Esso Station on Hwy 15. 12 p.m. to 5 p.m.

(Cancelled if Raining).

Friday, September 19 & Saturday, September 20.

Friday, September 26 & Saturday, September 27.

New items every weekend.

Custom & antique jewellery. Evening, business & casual clothing & shoes for both men & women. Lots of items for teenagers.

Household items & much much more! All Welcome!

Twp. Rd 553.

LL34-35p ________________________

Wanted - Temporary farm help for harvest. Call 780662-2617.

TM32-36c ________________________ St Michael Regional Landfill has an opening for an experienced part time Cat Operator. Landfill training provided. Fax your resume to 780-796-2081 or e-mail smrlandfill@shaw.ca.

LL33-36 ________________________ We are now accepting bids for the cleaning of the Tofield Post Office. Contractor must supply all cleaning supplies, toilet paper, paper hand towels, hand soap as required. Sweep, mop floors daily. Wax lino once each month or as needed. Toilets and restrooms clean daily. Snow removal. Promptly remove snow and ice from all sidewalks, ramps and steps.

Apply salt and sand as needed. For more information please contact Barry Robinson at 780-662-3424 or inquire at the counter. Applications must be in by September 22, 2014. TM33-34p ________________________

Farm for sale 9 miles north of Ryley, 3 quarters in total with 1,300 sq. ft. house.

Willing to sell cultivated land separate, also willing to subdivide 5 to 10 acres on north east corner of the home quarter. Serious inquiries only. Phone 780663-2040.

TM34p ________________________ For Sale. Available December. 2 bedroom condo at Viking Villas. For more info call 780-385-5702.

31-34c ________________________

COMING EVENTS VIKING FARMERS MARKET Regular market 2 - 4 p.m. every Thursday Wipf Enterprises Vegetables.

New vendors welcome. For more info or to book a table call 780-592-2431. tfn ________________________ Tofield Community Christmas Hamper, Open Meeting, Thursday, Sept. 25 at 7 pm at Tofield Town Office (Council Chambers).

Find out more, or volunteer to be involved! Everyone welcome!

TM34-35c ________________________ Meet the Artist Tea will be held on Saturday, September 20th from 12 Noon – 4 pm in the Holden Gallery.

Betty Klein is the “featured artist” for September. Come see Betty’s work, take a tea break, and relax at The Gallery. (4916-49 Avenue, Holden).

34c ________________________

FOR RENT

Office space for rent in The Co-operators-Ritchie Agencies building (5103 – 50st) in Viking. For more info, please contact Todd at 780-336-4000 or todd_ritchie@cooperators.ca.

51tfnc ________________________ Indoor RV, boat and vehicle storage available immediately in Tofield. Call 780499-5996.

TM33-36p ________________________ 3 bedroom house for rent adjacent to Viking. Available immediately. No pets please. 780-336-3242. 34-35p ________________________ Adult building only, in Tofield. No pets. September 1st, 2 bedroom, heat and water included.

Rent $650/month, DD $650. Call 780-662-2923. Office closed after 9 pm.

TM 34-35p ________________________ Spacious newly renovated one, two, and three bedroom apartments. Includes laminate flooring, ceramic tile, new appliances, cable, heat, and water. Rents starting at $600 with rental incentives on a one year lease. In Tofield 780-6623396.

TM01tfnc ________________________ Furnished 2 Bedroom - 5 Appliances - home on acreage in Mundare. Non Smoking - No Pets - $1200 plus utilities, available October 1. Call after 6:00 pm - 780-747-4460 LL34 ________________________

FOR SALE For Sale - 1985 MF 850 Combine, diesel, $8,500, many new parts also available. 22 foot 2381 Header, $2,500 obo. Call 780-6622617.

TM32-36c ________________________ 2007 Buick Lucerne, grey, 253,000 km, good condition, $4,900. Phone: 780-4671503.

TM34-35p ________________________ For Sale - 1990 Versatile 4750 Swather, 25 ft., DS, diesel, new canvasses, new knife system. $13,900 obo. Call 780-662-2617.

TM32-36c ________________________ 1992 Ford F250 XLT Lairiat 4x4 super cab dual fuel long box 300km. Runs great. 4x4 works well. 5 spd trans. $1,000 OBO. Ph: 780-3850885 or 780-336-3545.

34c ________________________ 2006 Ford SUV Fleetside LTD. 8 pass. Loaded DVD, remote start, sunroof, very clean. 171,000 km. $6,800 OBO. Ph: 780-385-0885 or 780-336-3545.

34c ________________________ Light brown sectional couch with hideaway bed (never used) with 2 lazy boy chairs attached. Seats 6, asking $1,500. Call: 780-6627615.

TM33-34p ________________________ Ammunition for sale, .303 British and Savage 180 and 150 grain. Shot gun shells 12 gauge. Various shot sizes. Phone: 780-662-7633 or 780-970-8098.

TM34p ________________________ 2008 Chevy Uplander. Fully Loaded. 71,000 Kms. Must sell. No reasonable offer refused. Call Don at: 780-7643828 or 780-603-1676 LL33-34 ________________________ Carrots are ready to dig!

Helen Tanton 780-384-2447, 2km east and 3km north of Sedgewick.

CP29tfnc ________________________

GARAGE SALE Indoor Garage Sale: Saturday, September 20 and Sunday, September 21 - 10:00 am - 4:00 pm. Location: 11207-88 Ave., Fort Saskatchewan, beside Daves small engine repair. Household items, renovation supplies, exercise items, etc. LL34p ________________________

YOUR AD HERE

HELP WANTED

SAFETY STARTS HERE TRAINING CENTRE • First Aid - CPR AED (AB & BC) • Standard First Aid • Emergency First Aid • Child Care First Aid • HCP First Aid • H2S Alive (Enform) • Ground Disturbance (Global) • Confined Space Entry • CSTS • PST • TDG • WHMIS • Flagger Training Phone (780) 608-1434 www.safetystartshere.ca ________________________ Delivery Driver/Kitchen helper. Must have driver's license. Full or part-time work available at Tilly's.

Call 780-907-0008. TM34c ________________________ Help Wanted - 3 hr custodial shift at Viking School 3:30 - 6:30 Monday to Friday. Send resume to: Koch Custodial Services Box 676 Viking, AB T0B 4N0 or phone Dorothy Koch at 780385-0318.

33-34p ________________________ St Michael Regional Landfill is looking for a part time Scale Attendant. Must have computer experience $12.00 -$14.00 hr. Fax your resume to 780-796-2081 or e-mail smrlandfill@shaw.ca.

LL33-36 ________________________

MEMORIAM

In loving memory of Eric Munkedal. Dad & Grandpa, It's been 3 years since you went away, Our family has changed ever since that Day... The tears in our eyes we can wipe away, But the ache in our heats will never go away. Love you, In our hearts forever, Warren, Tammy, Dustin & Katelyn.

TM34p ________________________

REAL ESTATE

8 acres, 3,760 sq. ft. on 2 floors, 7 miles southwest of Killam REDUCED $549,000, www.comfree.com/459392 New oak floors up and new carpet down, 9 new appliances, bathroom fixtures, counter tops, and tile.

Attached garage, 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3 fireplaces, built-in vac, and more. Heated shop with office, barn, 4 stall storage shed, fenced for livestock.

Call Marilyn & Jack O’Brien at 780-385-8686.

CP07tfn ________________________ ONLY $19,500!

Offers Accepted. Lot for sale in Mundare. 120' x 50' Call: 780-479-4230 or email: nancy.c@shaw.ca LL34p ________________________

SERVICES

Roy’s Handyman Services.

Flooring, trim work, basement finishing, decks, fences, kitchen cabinet installs and carpentry work. 780-6620146 or 780-232-3097.TMtfn ________________________ Massage and Reflexology 1 hour treatments. Marge 780-662-3066.

TM33tfn ________________________ Carpet and upholstery cleaning - residential and commercial. Truck mount unit, sewer back-up, and flood cleaning. Auto and RV cleaning. Call Glenn and Cindi Poyser, Fancy Shine Auto and Carpet Care at (780) 384-3087, Sedgewick. CPtfn ________________________ Wye Child Care Center.

Accredited Daycare, subsidy available, full-time & part-time spot, 19 Month - 5 years, Hours 7 am - 6 pm 163A-22560 Wye Road, Sherwood Park, AB. Phone: 780-464-3735 E-mail: uz_ha2000@yahoo.com TM34-37p ________________________ Cut Heating Costs. Furnace Replacements. Low Rates, Free Estimates. Semi-retired tradesman. Phone 780-7180262.

TM32-40p ________________________

TO GIVE AWAY

1987 Honda GL 1200 motorcycle in perfect condition to give away for a good rider, due to an accident. Contact: vicsmith0009@gmail.com LL32-34

WANTED I am looking for someone that commutes to Camrose from Tofield area to share transportation with 2 - 4 days/wk so I can attend Centra Cam. I am willing to share mileage cost. Please contact Christine at 780672-8262.

TM33-34p ________________________ Wanted Standing Hay, Cultivated and Pasture Land.

Cash or Shares. Feel free to call for a quote 780-4971633.

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18 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Pyrohy Throwdown adds flavour to Ukrainian Harvest Festival Michelle Pinon Editor

No celebration would be complete at the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village (UCHV) without wonderful cuisine.

UCHV’s Harvest of the Past and Harvest Food Festival on Sept. 7 was no exception, and it was fun to see two chefs go blade to blade in the first ever P y r o h y Throwdown Competition.

Chef John Bull of Joeys on Jasper went up against Phil Wilson of Joeys PHOTO COURTESY OF UCHV in Sherwood Rheannon Green, event program- Park, and wer e mer with the Alberta Culinary challenged to Tourism Alliance poses with winning make pyrohy chef John Bull of Joeys Sherwood inspired appePark. tizers, main

dishes and dessert.

Besides working on cookoff.

In the end it was John Bull who emer ged the wintight timelines, the chefs had to incorporate thr ee ner, and earned bragging rights. All in all the Pyrohy secret ingredients into their dishes.

“It’s a great opportunity for chefs to be mor e cre- Throwdown was a gr eat addition to the long lineup ative and take a staple fr om Ukrainian cuisine and of events at Harvest Fest, and ther e’s no doubt the bring their own flair and flavours to the dishes,” said mouthwatering competition will be on the list for next year’s festival.

Rheannon Green, event pr ogrammer with the Alberta Culinary Tourism Alliance (ACTA), who coordinated the event along with David Makowsky , head of external communications for the UCHV. Fort SaskatchewanVegreville MLA Jacquie Fenske also participated in the event, and served as one of four people on the judging panel. Fenske was joined by food bloggers Phil and Robyn Wilson as well as Brittney LeBlanc.

Mandy Melnyk, owner of Waskatenau area business Meadow Cr eek Farms, supplied all of the produce, and was on hand to answer any quesMICHELLE PINON PHOTO tions from the audience Pyrohy Throwdown judges dig in to the appetizer. Pictured from left to right are: during the afternoon Brittney LeBlanc, Jacquie Fenske, Robyn and Phil Wilson.

Mary Immaculate Hospital hosts successful open house Submitted by Mary Immaculate Hospital Sunday, September 7, was a beautiful day for an open house and upwar ds of 70 r esidents, staff and guests of Mary Immaculate Hospital in Mundar e enjoyed an afternoon of tours and fellowship.

Tours, led by Ef fie Lakusta and Charlotte Widynowski, took the visitors to all parts of the facility, highlighting some of the newer additions and renovations, including a state-of-the-art tub, a hairdressing room, revamped TV room, the 3-season sun room and the outdoor landscaping, with new concrete paths for walking/wheelchairs, benches and flower beds.

A short program was emceed by Chaplain Marjorie Charest, who explained the purpose of the open house, to celebrate 150 years of Catholic health car e in Alberta. A prayer was of fered by Sister Zoe, followed by a reading of Psalm 40 by a staf f member.

A short presentation by Executive Dir ector, Anthony Brannen, challenged the audience to imagine what health care was like 150 years ago compared to the advances we have now . Community Boar d

Chair, JoAnn Dubyk, spoke on the r ole of the Sister Servants of Mary Immaculate who built the first hospital in Mundar e and maintained it till 2005. She commended them on their foresight and unwavering commitment to the community.

Mayor Charles Gargus brought congratulations on behalf of the Town of Mundare and reflected on his personal ties to the facility. Foundation Board Chair Sylvia Zacharkiw then talked about the r ole of the foundation in enhancing quality of life for the r esidents, highlighted some of the pr ojects the foundation had funded (about $200,000 worth in the last 10 years) and encouraged those in attendance to continue their financial support of the facility. The program closed with a benediction offered by Father Josaphat Tyrkalo.

Refreshments were served in the activities r oom where visitors wer e given some souvenirs and afforded the opportunity to watch a powerpoint presentation and look through photo albums. Tours of the facility continued and Charles Gar gus led tours of the old Mundar e General Hospital.Throughout the afternoon the guests wer e

treated to vocal selections by Faith Swedgan, who did an awesome job of entertaining.All in all, an excellent day. Thanks to all who attended, to the residents who opened their “home” to visitors and to those responsible for planning the day’s event.

Entertainer Faith Swedgan performed during Mary Immaculate Hospital’s open house on Sept.7.

Graffiti laced baseball dug out at Hillside Park sparks discussion

MICHELLE PINON PHOTO

This baseball dug out at Hillside Park was the target of a vandal, and was a topic of discussion during town council’ s regular meeting on Sept. 9.

Michelle Pinon Editor

More graffiti was painted on the side of a

baseball dug out at Hillside Park in Lamont on Sept. 6.

Town councillor Dave Taylor spoke of the van-

dalism during council’s Sept. 9 meeting. T aylor said several r esidents in the area are not only concerned about the inci-

dent, but the possibility of a fire(s).

Taylor also said ther e was some discussion regarding demolition of

the dug outs. As well, “The fence needs to be taken down.”

There was also some question as to who owns

the dug outs and fence, and if the fence could be salvaged.

The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, September 16, 2014 - 19

Proposed renovation projects ready to go out to tender We’re growing and hiring.

Part-time/Full-time Working with children, 12 months to 12 years.

For more information please call:

Shannon at 780-764-2272 or e-mail your resume to

skowal@telus.net

COOKS & WAITRESSES WANTED

PART TIME & FULL TIME

ANDREW HOTEL Call Tammy for more information: MICHELLE PINON PHOTOS

Renovations to Lamont County’s administration building and public works shop are moving closer to reality .

Michelle Pinon Editor

Planned renovations to the Lamont County administration building and public works shop are moving closer to reality.

Gerald Cree, of WSP , provided an update to council during its Sept. 9 meeting. Cree told council he would be doing a mandatory site meeting and reviewing tenders for the pr oject in early October. The plan is to present the tender bids to council at its Oct. 14 meeting and have a contract signed on Oct. 21.

While the final numbers for the r enovations have yet to be complet-

ed, the estimated costs for renovations are in the neighbourhood of $1.7 million. Renovations for the administration building are estimated to be $898,733 and renovations to the public works building are estimated to be $854,200.

In both buildings there will be upgrades to the heating, ventilation and air conditioning system to comply with curr ent Alberta Building Codes and Standards. There will be an extension to the administration building in or der to add a meeting room, waiting room outside of council chambers and barrier free washrooms.

The administration building will also have a ramp added to the fr ont,

making it accessible to people with r educed mobility and handicapped. The public works shop will be extended at the fr ont of the building to add more office space for administration.

Renovations were first discussed during the 2013 budget process, and funds will come fr om both the Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) grant funding and budget reserves. Both buildings were built in 1973. The fr ont addition of the public works building was completed in December of 1993.

WSP has been working on estimates and blueprints for the r enovations were designed by Sherri Turpin-Architect

Lamont County to begin recruiting With the r ecent departure of longtime development of ficer Marie Kurylow, Lamont County council was faced with the decision as to how it wanted to fill her position during its Sept. 9 meeting.

Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) Allan Harvey pr esented a r equest for decision to council outlining four different options to council.

Harvey recommended administration to initiate work on the recruitment of an assistant CAO that has a financial and planning designation.

In the end council voted to keep the existing designation, but to hir e a person with a certified planning designation, and to advertise for a dir ector of planning and community services.

780-656-0933

20 - The Lamont Leader (Lamont, Alberta), Tuesday, September 16, 2014

Safe Driving on County Roads With harvest season upon us, it is important to remember to be extra vigilant when driving on county roads. Watch out for increased farming traffic such as combines, swathers, grain trucks and other harvesting equipment, some of which can take up the entire road.

Be patient when encountering slow-moving vehicles, please slow down and travel with caution.

It is also the time of year when wildlife is increasingly on the move in the county as they prepare for winter. Please watch for wildlife activity, especially near dusk and dawn when visibility is low.

To reduce collisions with wildlife: x Scan the road and ditches ahead for animals, especially when travelling at dawn or dusk x Slow down in a curve, when reaching the crest of a hill or in wildlife populated areas x Watch for the shining eyes or silhouette of an animal at night and use high beams x Slow down if an animal is on or near the road and be prepared to stop, as their behaviour is unpredictable – an animal that has crossed the road can turn back in the vehicle’s path x Look for more than one animal – some travel in groups x Brake firmly if an animal is in the vehicle’s path, and do not swerve to avoid it x Honk in a series of short bursts to chase animals away x Watch for wildlife warning signs, use extra caution and slow down in areas where animal crossing signs are posted

Employment Opportunity Construction Supervisor Lamont County is currently seeking a team-oriented and selfmotivated individual to fill the position of Construction Supervisor. Reporting directly to the Director of Public Works, the incumbent is responsible for the management and supervision of the Road Construction program.

Preference will be given to candidates with: x Minimum of 3 - 5 years direct work experience as a Construction Supervisor and office management. x Knowledge of construction and inspection, including rural transportation networks. x Knowledge of the preparation, control and monitoring of budgets. x Must have knowledge of computers, internet service, GPS/GIS. To view the complete job description and qualifications go to www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/human-resources This competition will remain open until an applicant is hired.

Please forward your resume/application to: Lamont County Human Resources Department 5303 – 50 Avenue, Lamont, AB T0B 2R0 Email: hr@lamontcounty.ca Fax: (780) 895-7404

Lamont County Emergency Alert System Take a few minutes to register; it may save your life.

Councillor’s Corner Notes from the September 9, 2014, Council Meeting Position Review The position of Director of Planning and Community Services is currently vacant. Council has decided to keep the position as it exists and hire someone with planning credentials and experience in order to do most planning in house. Candidates will need a certified planning designation, and be able to do high-end planning. Lamont County will use consultants on a contract basis to fill in while the position is open.

LCREDI Agreement – Revenue Sharing The Lamont County Regional Economic Development Initiative (LCREDI) Municipal Development Cost and Revenue sharing master agreement became effective on January 1, 2011. The total tax revenue increase/change from 2011 was calculated as being $1,619,558.62. The LCEREDI Agreement states that 15% of the tax revenue, less 75% of applicable expenditures, is to be distributed to urban municipalities in Lamont County. The total amount available to the municipalities is $73,340.04 and would be disbursed based on population as stated in the agreement.

Therefore, payment to partner municipalities will be distributed as follows: Town of Mundare - $14,154.63 Town of Lamont - $29,042.66 Town of Bruderheim - $19,141.75 Village of Andrew - $6,307.24 Village of Chipman - $4,693.76 Alberta Community Partnership Grant Opportunities The Alberta Community Partnership allows communities to apply for grants up to $350,000 with the deadline of November 30th, 2014. Municipalities can be the managing partner for up to two projects per year and can be a participant on unlimited projects. The County will submit applications to be a managing partner for a fire truck for Bruderheim and the New Beaverhill Pioneer Lodge furnishings.

Internship Program Applications for the 2015 municipal internship program are due October 1st, 2014. There is an opportunity for Lamont County to apply for a municipal intern in either the administration or finance stream, beginning in May 2015. The program is partially funded by the province through a grant. Lamont County will

We cannot alert you of an emergency if you are not registered!

The Lamont County Alert System allows you to choose how you will be notified and what you will be notified for. It only takes a few minutes to register and your information is guarded. The alert system was implemented in response to our growing industrial base as well as our need to connect to our neighbors in this vibrant community.

Register now at www.lamontcounty.ca/departments/ emergency-services/emergency-alert Get Notified, Stay Safe! submit an application to participate in the program again in 2015.

Lamont County Centennial Scholarship Program Councillors Warwa and Bryks are appointed to the Centennial Scholarship Committee and will choose the two winners of the Scholarship for the next council meeting.

FCSS Roots of Empathy Are you a proud parent with a new baby?

Will your baby be 2-4 months old in October?

You and your baby could be a Roots of Empathy Family!

Roots of Empathy is a program for elementary school children.

The program’s aim is to increase empathy – the ability to understand how another person feels.

Children learn to care for and respect each other, and there is less bullying and aggression.

Be a Roots of Empathy Family A baby with one or both parents visits a local classroom over the course of a school year with a Roots of Empathy Instructor The visits are about 30 minutes long, once a month starting in October The program helps children to learn about a baby’s needs and how babies develop and lets children observe the loving relationship between a parent and a baby.

Babies must be between 2 and 4 months old in October.

Roots of Empathy is about changing the world, child by child Mary Gordon, Founder/President For more Information please contact Melissa Shiach, Family and Community Support Services, at 780-895-7751

Did You Know …

All two and three-numbered highways in Lamont County belong to Alberta Transportation; the maintenance of these highways is contracted to Carillion Canada Inc. Please be aware that issues regarding the removal of dead animals, fixing potholes, down signs, snow removal, etc. on these highways should be directed to Carillion at 780-895-2291 (Lamont office) or 780-632-5063 (Vegreville office). Lamont County Public Works is only responsible for maintenance on Township Roads and Range Roads in the County and is not able to do any work on Crown lands.

Please direct any concerns you have about provincial highways in Lamont County to Carillion.

The suggested dates for the final 2015 budget process are: March 24, 2015, April 10, 2015, April 24, 2015 & April 29, 2015 (if required).

RR 183 and 560 Resident Concern Lamont County will be rehabilitating the staging area located at RR 183 and TWP Rd 560 to the satisfaction of the land owner

Delegation – Gord Holman, AMEC - Paving Tenders have been received for road construction on the Lamont West Road, St. Michael Access Road and Twp Rd 562.

However, all tenders given were significantly over the planned budget for the projects. Lamont County will award the Lamont West Road (RR 195 between Hwy 15 and 29) contract to Sandstar Construction Ltd., and will work with AMEC to develop a tender package for a chip seal on the St. Michael access road for construction in the spring of 2015. The construction for Twp Rd 562 will come back to council for budget consideration for 2015.

Dust Control on RR 162 Lamont County will ensure that dust control/rehabilitation is completed for RR 162 in reference to Lafarge’s operation.

Delegation – Donna Hernberg – Access Road A request was made to re-establish the roadway from RR 172 south of Twp Rd 580 to SW 35-57-17- W4, so the landowner can get a development permit. Lamont County will investigate the costs and make recommendations for the work. In the meantime the location will be added to the hydro-axing program.

Zhoda Community Center A letter was received from the Executive of the Zhoda Community Center expressing their interest in turning the building and property over to Lamont County for distribution and sale, as it is no longer viable for the executive to keep operating. Lamont County will investigate the proposal and report back to council.

Meeting Dates for 2015 Budget The suggested dates for the interim budget process are: November 14, November 28, December 12 & December 19, 2014 (if required).

Road issue RR 162 South of Highway 16 Lamont County will review with Atco and ensure rehabilitation occurs on the road adjacent to the County dugout on RR 162 south of Hwy 16.

Delegation – Lauren Ryan, Edmonton Soaring Club The delegation gave a presentation on their non-profit and charitable status. Lamont County will refund the municipal portion of 2014s property taxes (under 347in the MGA). The Edmonton Soaring club will be exempt from the municipal portion of taxes for 2015, subject to the Community Organization Property Tax exemption Regulation.