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Canada's 1967 Centennial Celebrations - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor for Thursday February 26th, 2015 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor for Thursday February 26th, 2015 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-wallebeck

Canada's 1967 Centennial Celebrations and a Special Volunteer needed -  In 1967 we were 100 years old as a nation. To plan our 2017 events and celebrations we need first to look at the past. So where were you in 1967? Do you have any 1967 photos or artifacts you would like to share? Remember any stories about our town? What we did to celebrate? What events were held? What did other towns do? - So learning about the past will help lead us forward to our 2017 Celebrations. Tell us what you think. We would love to hear from you. - The Saskatchewan Housing Corporation (SHC) is looking for a Volunteer to seat on the local Preeceville Board. (April 1st 2015 term) If you are interested in being appointed or would like more information please contact me. Mayor Garth Harris “The Minister establishes local housing authorities and appoints the volunteer board members who oversee operations of the housing authority” Upcoming Events:

- Feb 27th - Soup & Sandwich and Bake Sale sponsored by the Preeceville Lioness Club. This Friday from 11 am - 1:30 pm at Trinity United Church. $7/person and take out available.

- Preeceville Curling Club Open Bonspiel, March 2 - 8. Entry fee $120/includes your Banquet and the Calcutta night.

- 2015 Parkland Music Festival, March 8 - 14, 2015 Preeceville and Sturgis. Entry deadline January 25, 2015. Contact Anna 547-4645 or Jerry 547-3227 if interested in helping

- Preeceville Figure Skating Club Carnival "Don't Bug Me", on March 20 at 7:00 pm. Admission $5/adult, $3/kids. Dessert and refreshments included.

- Kelsey Ecological Society presents "Snowdrift River" slide show presented by Kathleen and Michael Pitt on Sunday, March 22, 2:00 pm at Club 60. Everyone welcome.

- If you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our
Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca

Spring Cleaning is around the corner. So we are planning our annual:

Community Wide Garage Sale

Will be held Saturday May 30th, 2015. Anyone interested in having a garage sale the same day as others in the Town of Preeceville can call the Town Office at 306-547-2810 and register their garage sale and be placed on the event map. 8:00 am - Pancake Breakfast - Preeceville Volunteer Fire Dept. 11:00 am - Hot Dogs & Pie at Preeceville Club 60 And there is room for other groups to hold something that day, again call our town office for information.

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Preeceville looking for new Volunteer for local Saskatchewan Housing Corporation Board

Saskatchewan Housing Corporation (SHC) is looking for a Volunteer to seat on the local Preeceville Board. (April 1^st 2015 term)  If you are interested in being appointed or would like more information please contact me. Mayor Garth Harris

“The Minister establishes local housing authorities and appoints the volunteer board members who oversee operations of the housing authority”

Canada's 1967 Centennial Celebrations in Preeceville, Saskatchewan

We were 100 years old as a nation. To plan our 2017 events and celebrations we need first to look at the past. So where were you in 1967? Do you have any 1967 photos or artifacts you would like to share? Remember any stories about our town? What we did to celebrate? What events were held? What did other towns do?

Here's what Canada did. What did we do? 

 

 

 Logo of Canada's 1967 Centennial Celebrations
 

 Here’s what Bobby Gimby did:

Bobby Gimby was born in Cabri, near Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan on October 25, 1918.  He died in June 1998, in his 80th year.

Read all about Bobby here: http://expo67.ncf.ca/expo_gimby.html

 

Here’s what Robert had to say in 2012:

Robert Fulford on July 1, 1967: The greatest Canada Day of them all.

http://news.nationalpost.com/2012/06/30/robert-fulford-on-july-1-1967-the-greatest-canada-day-of-them-all/

http://www.2017startsnow.ca/en/docs/conversation-kit.pdf 

http://canada150.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740

www.2017StartsNow.ca

2017 Artist in Motion — www.Canada150blog.com

imagiNation150 Handbook — www.i150.com

Canada year book 1967 (Statistics Canada)

The Centennial year (The Canadian Encyclopedia)

Expo ’67 Portal (Library and Archives Canada)

Expo ’67 Heritage Minute

Helicopter Ride (NFB-ONF)

Impressions of Expo ’67 (NFB-ONF)

Report of the IPAC Canada!150 Conference (Institute of Public Administration of Canada, Spring 2010)

Centennial Voyageur Canoe Pageant: CBC Archives (available in English only)

Expo ’67 Image Collection (available in English only)

The Politics of Participation: Learning from Canada’s Centennial Year by Helen Davies (available in

English only)

The Anniversary Compulsion by Peter Aykroyd (available in English only)

Endorsement for Rachel Martinuik

Last chance to visit with Rachel in Preeceville before the vote.
This Monday February 23rd, 7:00pm till 9:00pm at Chris’ Place.
Saskatchewan Party Memberships will be available
and we would love to answer all your questions.

See you there!

”Preeceville, along with all rural and remote Saskatchewan communities,     

 needs a strong individual that will take our challenges and solutions to senior government.
I see those qualities and more in nominee Rachel Martinuk seeking to be the
Saskatchewan Party Candidate for the Canora/Pelly constituency ”

 Garth Harris, Mayor of Preeceville

More Winter Fun and Spring Cleaning is around the corner - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor for Thursday February 19th, 2015 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor for Thursday February 19th, 2015 8:35 am

With GX94's Craig Wallebeck > see him @ http://www.gx94radio.com/craig-wallebeck

More Winter fun in Preeceville, Sturgis, Endeavour and area Whether you want a Sunday afternoon wiener roast with the family or a more challenging ride, our snowmobile trails, mixed in with rolling hills, river valleys and ample snow, can provide for all. A trek to the famous Ushta warm-up shelter or one of the neighboring towns with great hospitality and accommodations will prove to be a rewarding time for all. An especially exhilarating experience occurs when there is a fresh snowfall, you can push fresh tracks for miles on end in seclusion. The trees are laden with snow and gives a sense of freedom, not to mention the possibility of seeing moose, elk, deer, rabbits, winter birds and many other wild friends that we share other trails with.So if you looking for a great sledding area, great towns and villages, great scenery and great people, Preeceville, Sturgis and Endeavour are the places to be. Hope to see you on the trails.

Upcoming Events:

- The Sunday, Feb 22nd starting at 11:00am the Rough Rider Snowmobile Club is holding a Family Fun Day at the Hinchcliffe Warm Up Shelter which is located 14 km north of Preeceville on the snowmobile trail. Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be provided by the club. Riders will be entered to win 1 of 4 family local dining gift certificates. There will be door prizes for school aged children, 1 for elementary ages and 1 for high school aged children. Come out and enjoy the trails and meet the members for a fun filled day. For more info - Becky 547-2723, Angela 547-3229

- Feb 27th - Soup & Sandwich and Bake Sale sponsored by the Preeceville Lioness Club. So Friday  from 11 am - 1:30 pm at Trinity United Church. $7/person and take out available.

- Preeceville Curling Club Open Bonspiel, March 2 - 8. Entry fee $120/includes your Banquet and the Calcutta night.

- 2015 Parkland Music Festival, March 8 - 14, 2015 Preeceville and Sturgis. Entry deadline January 25, 2015. Contact Anna 547-4645 or Jerry 547-3227 if interested in helping

- Preeceville Figure Skating Club Carnival "Don't Bug Me", on March 20 at 7:00 pm. Admission $5/adult, $3/kids. Dessert and refreshments included.

 Spring Cleaning is around the corner. So we are planning our annual:

Community Wide Garage Sale

Will be held Saturday May 30th, 2015. Anyone interested in having a garage sale the same day as others in the Town of Preeceville can call the Town Office at 306-547-2810 and register their garage sale and be placed on the event map. 8:00 am - Pancake Breakfast - Preeceville Volunteer Fire Dept. 11:00 am - Hot Dogs & Pie at Preeceville Club 60 And there is room for other groups to hold something that day, again call our town office  for information.

- If you wish to have an event promoted visit and post it to our
Community Events Calendar at www.townofPreeceville.ca
 

Follow the Mayor on the town site at http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=65&cid=6 follow me on blogspot at http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/
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Happy 50th Birthday - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor for Thursday February 12th, 2015 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor for Thursday February 12th, 2015 8:35 am

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Happy 50th Birthday from frosty Preeceville, Saskatchewan.

Our flag is a  "A symbol of Canadian identity"

Our Flag is turning 50 in 2015.

This Sunday February 15th, what are you doing to celebrate?
Whatever your doing, include our flag.
The Preeceville Challenge is to video or take a photo with our flag
Share on social media with the hashtag #flag50
then pass on the challenge.

I do have a limited supply of buttons to hand out. Include these
in your photo's if you like.

check out the facebook page

"Take the Flag"

where you can also post your Preeceville & Area photo's
through out the year.
"Show your Canadian Pride"

 

 

 

Disc Golf Course for Preeceville

· Inexpensive to install a disc golf course with low maintenance costs.

· Benefits to the Beach Area which already has trails, parking and washrooms.

·  Low impact exercises for all age groups and would attracted players from the surrounding areas.

·  The courses would be environmentally friendly and work into our green spaces planning.

·    The area’s varied terrain would offer obstacles and challenges making for a winning designed course.

Contact myself if you would like to help get this started.

 Upcoming Events:

 

- Feb 17th - Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper, Trinity United Church, Tuesday, from 5 - 7 pm. Ham, beef sausages, pancakes, dessert. Free Will Offering. Everyone welcome.

- Feb 22nd starting at 11:00am the Rough Rider Snowmobile Club is holding a Family Fun Day at the Hinchcliffe Warm Up Shelter which is located 14 km north of Preeceville on the snowmobile trail. Hot dogs and hot chocolate will be provided by the club. Riders will be entered to win 1 of 4 family local dining gift certificates. There will be door prizes for school aged children, 1 for elementary ages and 1 for high school aged children. Come out and enjoy the trails and meet the members for a fun filled day. For more info - Becky 547-2723, Angela 547-3229

- Preeceville Curling Club Open Bonspiel, March 2 - 8. Entry fee $120/includes Friday Banquet, Calcutta Friday night.

- 2015 Parkland Music Festival, March 8 - 14, 2015 Preeceville and Sturgis. Entry deadline January 25, 2015. Contact Anna 547-4645 or Jerry 547-3227 if interested in helping

- Preeceville Figure Skating Club Carnival "Don't Bug Me", on March 20 at 7:00 pm. Admission $5/adult, $3/kids. Dessert and refreshments included.


- If you wish to have an event promoted visit our Community Events Calendar

at www.townofPreeceville.ca

Follow the Mayor on the town site at http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=65&cid=6 follow me on blogspot at http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/
follow me on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/mayorgarthharrisfollow me on twitter @https://twitter.com/MayorGartharris
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Preeceville Snow Removal

Snow Removal

”Priority One will be emergency routes and our main arterial roads namely access to the hospital, care homes and school. These streets and Main Street down town are cleared before the start of morning traffic. Next come streets with low traffic and sidewalks based on that snowfall’s challenges relating to staffing and equipment drivers. Our primary responsibility is to keep roads passable so that vehicles can drive with safety. The next morning the remaining streets are divided into different priorities again on the basis of traffic volumes, grade of hills, parking around the school, access to businesses, and then low-volume streets. By the end of the third day after an average snowfall all streets and alleys should be clear. Alleys may have a secondary safety priority for garage pickup staff Monday mornings. After a snowfall help us clean efficiently and fast by not parking on the street until it is done. Roads and sidewalks that are very icy should be reported to the Town online or by calling 306-547-2810.” Mayor Harris

A symbol of Canadian identity

"A symbol of Canadian identity"

"The official ceremony inaugurating the new Canadian flag was held on Parliament Hill in Ottawa on February 15, 1965, with Governor General Georges Vanier, Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson, the members of the Cabinet and thousands of Canadians in attendance"

Learn Here!

Our Flag is turning 50 in 2015.

Take a picture or video of you and the flag. You can also use an existing one.

Share it on social media with the hashtag #flag50

Challenge your family and friends to do the same.

 

 

 

 

 

Happy 50th Birthday from frosty Preeceville, Saskatchewan.

Our flag is a “A symbol of Canadian identity"

This Sunday February 15th, what are you doing to celebrate?

Whatever you’re doing, include our flag.

The Preeceville Challenge is to video or take a photo with our flag

Share on social media with the hashtag #flag50

then pass on the challenge.

I do have a limited supply of buttons to hand out. Include these

in your photo's if you like. Check out the facebook page

Take the Flag - https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1550265501895586

where you can also post your Preeceville & Area photo's throughout the year.

"Show your Canadian Pride"

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Moving Forward - Official Community Plan - Plan

Moving Forward - Official Community Plan

 Introduction

·         Purpose of the Plan

·         Scope of the Plan

Values

·         Town in context with the region

·         Past Strategic plans

Overview

·         Growth to date

·         Town assets

·         Developments started

Land Use

·         Land Map

·         Supply Map

Residential Land Use Policies

·         Design and Development

·         Infill Housing Policy

·         Housing Supply

·         Home Businesses

Commercial Land Use Policies

·         Downtown

·         Business Park

·         Light Industrial

·         Heavy Industrial

·         Regional Development

·         General Policies

 

Environmental Management

·         Parks and Recreation Spaces

·         Conservation of Natural Areas

·         River and Lake Stewardship

·         Urban Forestry

·         Source Water Protection

·         Wetlands

Community Services

·         Community Facilities

·         Education Facilities

·         Transportation

·         Street Classification

Public Utilities

·         Development Costs

·         Design

·         Studies

Heritage

·         Museum

·         Buildings

·         History

Implementation

·         Plan Bylaw

·         Zoning Bylaw

·         Coordination with Region

·         Public Consultation

·         Definitions

·         Plan Evaluation

·         Amendments

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 6 “Corporate Communications”

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 6 “Corporate Communications”

”Preeceville has seen a strong housing sale over the past number of years with new homes starts higher than the past 25 years.  Plans for new residential and commercial lots are ongoing and will be brought on line as needed.  With up to 40 residential lots needed over the next ten years we are currently doing a number of utility studies to meet our current capacity and future needs as well.  We are hoping for matching Provincial and Federal dollars under the Building Canada Program for a Water Utility Project of $1.5 million with a full review on our waste water system which may run up to an additional $3 million to update over the next ten years.  Our Community Plan will continue to look into the future for all our services for the town. Half way through our 4 year mandate we on track with most projects in our five-year capital plan which we have started to set in December each year in order to have staff ready for the New Year. The formal budget will still be set in May of each year.  Council’s work over the last two years will be to ensure we have all our policies and procedures up-to-date and that staff has the training and tools to do their jobs and ensure safe operations of our town.”  

MAYOR’S DRAFT BUSINESS PLAN 2013 - 2017

“The Town of Preeceville will promote effective communication both inside and outside the organization”

6.            Corporate Communications

The Town of Preeceville recognizes the importance of effective communications in the delivery of our services to the community.  Communication is a two way process and we will maintain and encourage regular dialogue with residents, stakeholders and partners so that information and ideas are exchanged both inside and outside the organization. 

• Communicate in a consistent, relevant and frequent way with the aim of reaching those most affected in the best way possible. (Report to date: Plan is working.  Ongoing review should be done by F2015 year end. 40% done)

• Regularly consult with residents, partners, businesses and visitors so they can influence the quality and nature of services available to them. (Report to date: Ongoing review should be done by F2015 year end. 40% done)

• Ensure that local people can contact us in new ways by making use of the latest technology. We will widen people’s choices of communication, being careful not to take away what many are comfortable with and want. (Report to date: Ongoing review should be done by F2015 year end. 40% done)

• Monitor the website on a regular basis to ensure the information is in plain English, up to date, relevant and correct.  (Report to date: Monitoring is done weekly and a refit for the website is under review should be done by mid F2016. 20% done)  

• Communication Strategy Guidelines will be used in the design and development of all Town publications.  (Report to date: Current strategy is 6 years old and is under review should be done by mid F2016. 50% done)

• Supporting and marketing our key tourist attractions through funding as well as promotion and marketing partnerships. (Report to date: On track with a review being done by F2015 year end. 90% done)

• Marketing of the community and its assets through highway billboards. (Report to date: On track with a review being done by F2015 year end. 90% done)

• Marketing Strategy Guidelines will be used to market the community. (Report to date: On track with a review being done by F2015 year end. See EDC Strategy. 90% done)

EDC Plan here:  http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=42

 

http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/2014/02/business-plan.html

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 5 “Community Economic Development”

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 5 “Community Economic Development”

”Preeceville has seen a strong housing sale over the past number of years with new homes starts higher than the past 25 years.  Plans for new residential and commercial lots are ongoing and will be brought on line as needed.  With up to 40 residential lots needed over the next ten years we are currently doing a number of utility studies to meet our current capacity and future needs as well.  We are hoping for matching Provincial and Federal dollars under the Building Canada Program for a Water Utility Project of $1.5 million with a full review on our waste water system which may run up to an additional $3 million to update over the next ten years.  Our Community Plan will continue to look into the future for all our services for the town. Half way through our 4 year mandate we on track with most projects in our five-year capital plan which we have started to set in December each year in order to have staff ready for the New Year. The formal budget will still be set in May of each year.  Council’s work over the last two years will be to ensure we have all our policies and procedures up-to-date and that staff has the training and tools to do their jobs and ensure safe operations of our town.”  

MAYOR’S DRAFT BUSINESS PLAN 2013 - 2017

”The Town of Preeceville will actively encourage planned economic development and revitalization through cooperative partnerships and effective promotion”

5.            Community Economic Development

Efforts will be undertaken to promote the Town and the area. In addition to retaining existing businesses, an emphasis will be placed on attracting the right type of commercial or industrial business to help support our tax base. These endeavors will support the mission of the Preeceville Community Development Corporation, which is to create an environment where people want to live and are encouraged and afforded the opportunity to prosper and grow.

Assiniboine Industrial Park Area Action: (Report to date: All improvements stopped until lots are needed. 15% done)  

• Extend water and sewer lines.

• Actively promote the Industrial area.

• Encourage & support expansion of existing businesses in industrial park.  Promote Commercial Property & Opportunities Action:

• Use Town of Preeceville website to advertise and promote vacant industrial and commercial land and vacant industrial buildings when appropriate.

• Facilitate the development of potential commercial property through the purchase and resale of property where merited.

• Participate in Provincial attraction initiatives.

See the Preeceville EDC plan here: http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=42

http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/2014/02/business-plan.html

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 4 “Organizational Excellence”

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review “Organizational Excellence”

”Preeceville has seen a strong housing sale over the past number of years with new homes starts higher than the past 25 years.  Plans for new residential and commercial lots are ongoing and will be brought on line as needed.  With up to 40 residential lots needed over the next ten years we are currently doing a number of utility studies to meet our current capacity and future needs as well.  We are hoping for matching Provincial and Federal dollars under the Building Canada Program for a Water Utility Project of $1.5 million with a full review on our waste water system which may run up to an additional $3 million to update over the next ten years.  Our Community Plan will continue to look into the future for all our services for the town. Half way through our 4 year mandate we on track with most projects in our five-year capital plan which we have started to set in December each year in order to have staff ready for the New Year. The formal budget will still be set in May of each year.  Council’s work over the last two years will be to ensure we have all our policies and procedures up-to-date and that staff has the training and tools to do their jobs and ensure safe operations of our town.”  

MAYOR’S DRAFT BUSINESS PLAN 2013 - 2017

4.            Organizational Excellence

Leadership should continuously improve the delivery of effective and efficient service to our citizens. We will encourage staff and volunteers with the Town’s vision; and foster the ability to work with and for the good of the overall community. Staff and volunteers must have the tools needed to do the job.

Provide Responsible Leadership:

• Provide responsible leadership and government for the community. (Report to date: Both Council and staff attend meetings and courses throughout the year each designed to improve skills needed. 75% done )

• Maintain tax rates including property and other taxes and user fees, which are competitive with other communities in the North East Saskatchewan Region. (Report to date: Sharing of information and networking with other communities is ongoing. We even share some equipment costs through a joint association membership. )   

• Maximize public resources through competition, privatization and optimization.  (Report to date: Some work has been review, none that can be reported.)

• Strengthen work-life environment where employees are motivated, productive and fairly compensated in order to retain and attract qualified personnel. (Report to date: A wage review has been done and put in place, training is a large part of employee reviews each year. Work Safe programs are in place. 80% done)

• Use information technology to enhance information gathering and analysis in order to improve processes and service delivery. (Report to date: Review is ongoing)

• Serve a growing population while maintaining administrative costs at current or near current levels. (Report to date: Much work has been done around our staffing needs for today and the years ahead. The plan put in place in 2013 has been met with trained employees that meet the needs of our town mandate. 75% done )

 

 

http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/2014/02/business-plan.html

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 3 “Infrastructure Management”

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review “Infrastructure Management”

”Preeceville has seen a strong housing sale over the past number of years with new homes starts higher than the past 25 years.  Plans for new residential and commercial lots are ongoing and will be brought on line as needed.  With up to 40 residential lots needed over the next ten years we are currently doing a number of utility studies to meet our current capacity and future needs as well.  We are hoping for matching Provincial and Federal dollars under the Building Canada Program for a Water Utility Project of $1.5 million with a full review on our waste water system which may run up to an additional $3 million to update over the next ten years.  Our Community Plan will continue to look into the future for all our services for the town. Half way through our 4 year mandate we on track with most projects in our five-year capital plan which we have started to set in December each year in order to have staff ready for the New Year. The formal budget will still be set in May of each year.  Council’s work over the last two years will be to ensure we have all our policies and procedures up-to-date and that staff has the training and tools to do their jobs and ensure safe operations of our town.”  

MAYOR’S DRAFT BUSINESS PLAN 2013 - 2017

The Town of Preeceville will plan and provide for the continued development and maintenance of quality infrastructure and facilities in accordance with the needs of the community.

3.            Infrastructure Management

The Town has a substantial investment in existing assets, such as buildings, parks, roads, underground infrastructure, and equipment.  These assets meet the current needs; however, the Town must plan and develop facilities and infrastructure for a growing, thriving community.  The economic life of the Town’s assets will be enhanced through proper ongoing maintenance. The Town is a responsible steward of the community’s natural resources.

Provide Appropriate Facilities Action:

• Plan and provide for the continued development and maintenance of quality facilities in accordance with the needs of the community. (Report to date: Review is ongoing with needs added into our 5 year Capital plan)

• Proceed with revitalizing the Recreation Centre and Legion Hall, recognized as the hub of activities in the community, through renovations and upgrading. (Report to date: Both the Rec Centre and the Legion have/or being renovated and both are well used. 75% done)

• Upgrading safety glass in the Public Viewing area of the skating arena.  (Report to date: 100% done)

• Start off a three year paving program. Seventh Street NE, Third Ave NE (Report to date: Capital funding started)

• Extension of 1st Ave South East to provide for more available lots in the industrial area. (Report to date: As needed)

• Continuation of the replacement and new installation of sidewalks. Crosswalk at 1st Ave NE (Report to date: All old system has been replaced and new installation underway from downtown up to the North end of town started)

•             Residential water meter replacement program (convert existing to remote read). (Report to date: Meter reading gun bought along with 50 meter which are replacing worn out homes. 7% done)

• Optimize street lighting through upgrades to meet recommended levels. (Report to date: No formal review done)

• Sewer main relining, replacement program. ( Report to date: Study ongoing, Capital funding to start)

•Fire hydrant assessment, replacement program. (Report to date: Assessment ongoing with planned replace of three pre year. 5 done, one remains. Capital funding started. )

•             Develop Geographical Information System to ensure all infrastructure is precisely recorded and information is available. (Report to date: Asset study underway)  

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Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review 2 “Services to People”

Mayor Garth Harris Two Year Town Review “Services to People”

”Preeceville has seen a strong housing sale over the past number of years with new homes starts higher than the past 25 years.  Plans for new residential and commercial lots are ongoing and will be brought on line as needed.  With up to 40 residential lots needed over the next ten years we are currently doing a number of utility studies to meet our current capacity and future needs as well.  We are hoping for matching Provincial and Federal dollars under the Building Canada Program for a Water Utility Project of $1.5 million with a full review on our waste water system which may run up to an additional $3 million to update over the next ten years.  Our Community Plan will continue to look into the future for all our services for the town. Half way through our 4 year mandate we on track with most projects in our five-year capital plan which we have started to set in December each year in order for staff ready for the New Year. The formal budget will still be set in May of each year.  Council’s work over the last two years will be to ensure we have all our policies and procedures up-to-date and that staff has the training and tools to do their jobs and ensure safe operations of our town.”  

MAYOR’S DRAFT BUSINESS PLAN 2013 - 2017

The Town of Preeceville will provide quality, relevant and cost effective services to its citizens and businesses.

2.            Services to People

The Town of Preeceville is committed to providing exceptional customer service to its citizens and businesses. Services will be delivered in the most effective and cost-effective means possible. A safe, clean, well-maintained community with reasonable access to social and physical opportunities will enhance the quality of life and a healthy lifestyle for its citizens. Volunteers and community organizations are an important component of the Town, and volunteerism will be encouraged and recognized.

Provide Appropriate Services Action:

• Provide quality, relevant and cost-effective services for the community. Maintain a Safe, Secure Community. (Report to date: A number of plans have been written: Healthy Preeceville, Safe Preeceville and Preeceville’s code of conduct.    Planning and reviews are ongoing into all our services. 43% done)

•             Work towards higher protective service safety levels by increasing staffing to meet growing demands, enhance community perception of safety, and encourage community involvement in safety initiatives. (Report to Date: Water Safety is number one with the town having two more staff earning their water ticket. Preeceville now has 5 staff with tickets ensuring safe water. All other training is ongoing. A Safety statement has been written and is followed. 80% done)

 Promote Community Involvement.

•             Promote and recognize involvement of community groups and associations.  (Report to date:  No data)

•             Enable easier customer transactions to improve delivery and access to Town information and services and provide availability of a number of different payment options to residents in order to maximize convenience to ratepayers of the Town of Preeceville.  (Report to date: Water meter replacement is ongoing, Debit is now taken for payment at the town office and tax payers can pay both water and taxes with online banking. 80% done)  

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