At the recent Village of Berwyn Council meeting, several key decisions were made:
– **Peace Library System Agreement**: Council approved an updated agreement outlining revised terms for regional cooperation, service delivery, and cost-sharing among participating municipalities.
– **Water Operator Services Agreement**: A motion was passed to enter into a three-year agreement with the Town of Grimshaw, which manages water services for the Village of Berwyn.
– **Berwyn Arena Equipment**: Council reviewed the arena’s equipment inventory, identified ownership of items, directed administration to change facility locks, and coordinated with the Berwyn Arena Society for item removal.
– **Community Garden Agreement**: Approval was given to continue using the remaining $8,207.45 from a 2020 community garden grant, with an annual spending cap of $1,500 for eligible expenses, administered upon receipt of invoices.
– **Customer Code of Conduct Policy**: A new policy was approved to formalize behavioral expectations for public interactions, support staff safety, and manage repeated or abusive conduct, aligning with provincial legislation.
– **Respect in the Workplace Policy**: Council adopted a policy outlining expectations for a safe, inclusive, and harassment-free work environment, applicable to all employees, volunteers, and those interacting with the Village.
– **Fiesta Insurance Quote**: Event insurance for the 2025 Berwyn Fiesta, scheduled for July 31st, was approved at a cost of $1,725 plus tax.
– **Alberta Rural Health Week**: Council declared May 26–30 as Alberta Rural Health Week, acknowledging the essential role of rural healthcare professionals in community well-being.
– **ATCO Franchise Report**: The 2024 ATCO Electric Franchise Report was reviewed, including updates on system reliability, franchise fee revenues, community support, and climate adaptation initiatives.
Keith Hopper, Trending 55
