Courtesy: Town of Grimshaw
Regal and Florence Sworn-in
New councillors Bob Regal and Lynn Florence were officially sworn in, and fellow councillors welcomed them to their roles and thanked them for putting their names forward to serve on the Town Council.
Alberta Municipalities 2024 Resolutions
Councillors reviewed information provided by Alberta Municipalities regarding resolutions to be voted on at the Alberta Municipalities convention on September 25-27, 2024, in Red Deer. As part of the convention, councillors from across the province participate in the annual resolution process, where municipalities identify and prioritize common issues and solutions. The Town of Grimshaw councillors will review the information in greater detail and collectively decide on priority resolutions to put forth at the Council Meeting on September 11, 2024.
RISK Program Donation
Council approved a $250 donation to the Reduce Injury with Student Knowledge (RISK) program. The donation will support their one-day event in St. Isidore on October 15-16, 2024, aimed at educating grade ten students about the risks of distracted driving, impaired driving, and not wearing seatbelts. This initiative is a collaborative effort involving community agencies, including the RCMP, Peace Regional Integrated Traffic Services, AHS, Victim Services, and Northern Sunrise County Protective Services.
Gas Distribution Franchise Agreement
Council approved moving forward with the franchise agreement reapproval process with ATCO Energy Systems.
ATCO Franchise Fee
Council voted to maintain the ATCO Electric franchise fee at the current rate for 2025.
Community Action Poverty Simulation
Councillors reviewed information regarding a Poverty Simulation exercise hosted by the Peace River and Nampa/Northern Sunrise County Family and Community Support Services. The exercise allows participants to experience the challenges faced by those living in poverty. Councillors interested in attending will contact administration to be registered.
Compressor Replacement at Mile Zero Regional Multiplex
Council approved the purchase of a new compressor for the Mile Zero Regional Multiplex from capital reserves, as one of the two compressors that operate the arena failed earlier this month. A new compressor has been ordered and is expected to arrive and be installed by late next week. Currently, the arena is operating with one compressor, which limits the number of ice floods, but it will be able to continue with the arena opening and the free skate on September 3, 2024.
Cemetery Bylaw 1207 Revision
Council approved general housekeeping revisions to Cemetery Bylaw 1207.
Lighting Upgrade at Mile Zero Regional Multiplex
Council approved a lighting upgrade for the Mile Zero Regional Multiplex in the amount of $98,640.00 to replace existing lighting with LED. The project will be funded through capital reserves, and once completed, a rebate will be provided by the Alberta government through the Municipal Climate Change Action Plan’s Community Energy Conservation Program. Switching to LED lighting will result in energy savings for years to come.
