Tag Archives: City Hall
Drinking water advisory in effect for Village of Smeaton
A village northeast of Prince Albert is asking residents to boil their water until further notice.The Water Security Agency said a recent power outage in the Village of Smeaton led to system depressur...
Feb 27, 2024
Designated priority areas plowed first in Melfort
The incredibly mild, dry winter has taken a break this week.An Alberta Clipper has come through the province, bringing with it snow, strong wind, and colder temperatures. That has led to significant d...
Feb 26, 2024
Town of Wakaw hosting economic and community development meeting
Residents, business owners, and others in Wakaw get a chance to have their say on the town's economic future.The Town of Wakaw is hosting a meeting about economic development in the community Feb. 28 ...
Feb 23, 2024
Collective bargaining agreement reached between city, employee union
The City of Melfort has reached an agreement with the union representing its workers.The three-year collective bargaining agreement between the city and CUPE Local 777 will see employees covered under...
Feb 22, 2024
Review reveals aging, deteriorating assets in Melfort
The City of Melfort has released the results of an Asset Condition Summary.The information was prepared as a supplement for the 2024 budget discussions that wrapped up on Tuesday.The report was prepar...
Feb 21, 2024
Melfort council passes budget with six per cent tax increase
Residents in Melfort will have to dig a little deeper to pay their property tax in 2024.Six per cent, to be exact.The city has passed its 2024 operating budget, and while the base tax remains unchange...
Feb 20, 2024
Nipawin to host governance workshop after municipal election
The town of Nipawin will be hosting a post-election governance workshop this fall.Council approved the workshop at the meeting this week.Nipawin's Chief Administrative Officer Michele Sorensen told no...
Feb 15, 2024
Leonard Whitney hired as new Melfort Fire Chief
The City of Melfort has hired their new fire chief.Long-time firefighter Leonard Whitney will take over the position starting April 1.Whitney has been involved with the Melfort Fire Department for alm...
Feb 13, 2024
Non-profits approach Melfort Council with plan for Historic Post Office
Three local non-profit groups addressed Melfort Council about their proposal for the Historic Post Office.The Melfort Arts Council, Melfort Youth Evolution, and Youth Matter Canada had representatives...
Feb 13, 2024
Non-resident rec fee fuels outcry from rural residents & nearby towns around Prince Albert
The news that non-residents of Prince Albert are being asked to pay more to use recreational centres in the city is not sitting well with many rural residents.As part of the 2024 City Budget, which pa...
Feb 09, 2024