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Vol.2,7,Tuesday, No. 42 Tuesday, August 21, 2012 Vol. 7, No. November 8, 2011
Bruderheim Heartland Ag Days runs smooth even with heat wave
Chuckwagon and chariot racers fly around what is considered one of the fastest tracks on the circuit. Even though greatly competitive and dangerous, the riders also wish eachother good luck and cheer eachother on. The races went on Friday night, Saturday afternoon and Sunday afternoon. During the intermission on Saturday and Sunday the crowds where wowed by trick riding duet The Graham Sisters, who demonstrated death defying tricks while at top speeds on their horses
Unsightly yard causes Mundare resident to act on heated issue Michelle Pinon Editor
The state of a front yard in Mundare has caught the eye and the ire of more than one of its residents. Town councillor Frank Rosypal described the front yard (along 52 St. and 54 Ave.), as a “disgrace” as its lawn is unkempt and rampant with weeds. “It’s an ongoing thing. Mr. Wheeler has been trying to get it cleaned up for a long time,” stated Rosypal. Wheeler, who lives across the street from the property, which houses an adult group home, contacted Rosypal early last week to try and get the situation resolved. Even though the property owner, Covenant Health, has been given several notices, Wheeler says it has been a constant uphill battle to get the grass cut on a regular basis and weeds sprayed. The Town of Mundare had previously issued unsightly premises notices on July 27th and Aug. 3rd, but nothing had been done until Aug. 16th. Although some
work had been done, Wheeler fears the yard will fall into a similar state once the pressure has been lifted. According to the Town of Mundare’s Community Standards Bylaw, which was passed on Aug.7th; it stipulates that: “Uncut grass or weeds on any parcel of land shall be maintained at a height not to exceed 15 cm (six inches) in length.” U n f o r t u n a t e l y, Wheeler says property owners who receive a written notice can hide behind the law which states: “Any person who receives a order under this bylaw, may by written notice request council to review the order within 14 days.” Council can also confirm, rescind, or vary the notice that was issued. As well, a person affected by the decision of council may appeal to the Court of Queen’s bench within 30 days after the date of the decision of council if: the procedure required to be followed is not followed and/or the decision is patently unreasonable. “If the property owner has not complied with notice to maintain prop-
erty by the specified deadline, an inspector shall have the right to direct any person to do the work required by the order. The cost of doing the work required, plus an administration fee may be recovered from the property owner as debt due to the town or such costs may be charged against property taxes due and owning, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act.” Under the new Community Standards Bylaw, the administration fee for every lot requiring enforcement is $75. Anthony Brannen, executive director with Mary Immaculate Hospital, said that he was apprised of the situation and notice of complaint regarding the group home, and that the grass has been cut and weeds treated last Thursday. “I feel the current issue has been taken care,” said Brannen. He added that Covenant Health will be following up with WJS, which leases the property, about the grass and weeds as well as a rickety fence.