Mayor Harris: June 2016

Thursday, 30 June 2016

New public emergency alerting app and website - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 30th, 2016 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 30th, 2016 8:35 am

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

This week we focus on: New public emergency alerting app and website

" Wildfires, Tornados, Evacuations -- Emergencies Can Happen Anytime "Today Government Relations Minister Jim Reiter and Fire Commissioner and Executive Director of Emergency Management and Fire Safety Duane McKay, launched the new SaskAlert mobile app and website to connect residents across the province with the information they need when an emergency strikes. “We are encouraging all residents to download the SaskAlert app today to receive real-time information about emergencies as they unfold,” Reiter said. “This app notifies residents so they can take immediate action to protect themselves and their families.” Once the SaskAlert app is installed, iPhone and android smartphone users will be alerted to emergencies via a tone and notification on the home screen – even when the app is closed. This way the app will put crucial emergency information directly into residents’ hands. Residents can opt to receive emergency alerts for the entire province, for a particular community – including urban and rural municipalities and First Nations – or for multiple communities. They can also choose to receive alerts for nearby areas when they are travelling in the province. SaskAlert.ca is another tool where residents can access detailed information on emergencies as they progress. SaskAlert.ca will house all information on current emergencies, and is a vital resource for helping residents protect themselves. SaskAlert, the Government of Saskatchewan’s emergency public alerting program, also informs residents through any media outlets licensed to broadcast in Saskatchewan. Emergency alerts may be issued for emergencies such as train derailments, tornadoes, plow winds, blizzards, wildfires, hazardous material spills, boil water advisories, road closures, evacuations or local emergency declarations. Alerts are only issued for emergencies that could harm people or damage property. Close to one-third of communities in the province have already signed up to use SaskAlert to issue emergency alerts on behalf of their residents. The Government of Saskatchewan invites all communities to participate in this free and vital service. Provincial ministries, Crowns and Agencies as well as Environment Canada may also issue emergency alerts. SaskAlert is Saskatchewan’s contribution to a national emergency public alerting system" SaskAlert Backgrounder - http://www.saskatchewan.ca/~/media/news%20release%20backgrounders/2016/june/saskalert%20app%20instructions%20-%20backgrounder.pdf - - The Preeceville Works Department is again remaining people to please water in the early morning or evenings on hot days. " If you irrigate in the middle of the day, evaporation prevents 14 percent of the water from reaching the plants’ roots. Watering the lawn in the early morning or evening can save the typical home owner 87 gallons a week"
http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/green-living/things-save-water/lawn-watering-faucet-aerators

Events:

- The June 24th - BBQ Fundraiser #SavePreecevilleHospital, at Centennial Park on Main Street helped raise over $3,000. A big thank you to all that helped out and/or bought your dinner that day.

- The town of Preeceville is once again holding swimming lessons at Annie Laurie Lake this summer. Lessons will be the last three weeks in July and the instructor is Brooke Huska. Please contact Andrea for more information at 547-2810

- Please come and try the new golf driving range located at Annie Laurie Lake. Range balls can be picked up at Midtown for $5/bucket.

The Upper Assiniboine Visitor's Guide is now online, link also on our landing page.

http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/assets/files/Visitor%20Guide%202016%20-%20website.pdf

- Old Home Week this year will also focus on the Year of the Ukrainian.

- http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=45

- CANADA 150 CELEBRATION - PREECEVILLE Strong, Proud and Free
In 2017, Canada will mark the 150th Anniversary of Confederation. Preeceville Celebration will be August 4th, 5th and 6th, 2017. Watch for details as they become available.

Canada’s 150^th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811

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

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Friday, 24 June 2016

Additional Physician Coming to Preeceville

http://www.sunrisehealthregion.sk.ca/assets/Files/16%20June%2024%20Additional%20Physician%20Coming%20to%20Preeceville%202_web.pdf

www.SunriseHealthRegion.sk.ca

NEWS RELEASE

Friday, June 24, 2016

For immediate release

Additional Physician Coming to Preeceville

Residents of Preeceville and area will soon benefit from additional physician services in the

community.

A newly recruited physician will move to Preeceville to join the primary health care team on

October 1, 2016.

A third physician, upon successful completion of the Saskatchewan International Physician

Practice Assessment, will also join the Preeceville team in October.

“Focused recruitment efforts to restore sustainable physician services have been ongoing,” says

President and CEO, Suann Laurent. “I am very pleased that we will have the stability of three

physicians in Preeceville.”

The Primary Health Care Clinic remains fully operational with Dr. M. Shahrestani, Nurse

Practitioner Dawn Kennedy, and locum physicians continuing to see clients in Preeceville.

Appointments can be made by phoning the Clinic at 306-547-3098.

The Sunrise Health Region continues to work with local providers, physicians, the Ministry of

Health and the community to work on improving health care services in Preeceville.

“Progress takes time and teamwork. I wish to thank the Preeceville Town Council and the

people of Preeceville and area who support our efforts and who create a welcoming

environment for new members of the health care team,” adds Laurent. “I also want to

acknowledge the Sunrise Health Region board and management and the health care providers in

Preeceville for their dedication to sustaining quality health services in Preeceville.”

Further details will be released in coming weeks.

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Thursday, 23 June 2016

Safe Driving Campaign - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 23rd, 2016 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 23rd, 2016 8:35 am

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

This week we focus on: Safe Driving Campaign

" During the week of June 20, the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure is teaming up with the RCMP to educate the public on the importance of slowing to 60 km/hr when passing emergency workers. ”We are pleased to partner with the RCMP to raise awareness about the importance of obeying speed laws and driving attentively when passing first responders,” Highways and Infrastructure Minister Nancy Heppner said. “First responders are working to keep us safe; we need to do our part to ensure their workplace is as safe as possible.” Drivers in Saskatchewan are required to slow to 60km/hr in both directions on two-lane highways and both lanes travelling the same direction on four-lane highways when passing vehicles with their lights activated. This includes emergency vehicles (law enforcement, fire trucks and ambulances) and tow trucks, as well as Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure and municipal equipment. Last year, 478 speeders were ticketed during two traffic safety events. Fines start at $210 for speeding 10 km/hr faster than the maximum 60 km/hr. “Our goal is to prevent close calls and disastrous situations from happening,” RCMP Southeast Combined Traffic Services Staff Sgt. Pete Garvey said. “Partnering with the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure increases our visibility on Saskatchewan roads.” A second safety event will occur in mid-October. The Highway Transport Patrol is part of the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure. Highway traffic officers are responsible for on-road enforcement of commercial vehicles and operating vehicle inspection stations" http://www.saskatchewan.ca/government/news-and-media/2016/june/17/safe-driving-campaign - The Preeceville Works Department is again remaining people to please water in the early morning or evenings on hot days. " If you irrigate in the middle of the day, evaporation prevents 14 percent of the water from reaching the plants’ roots. Watering the lawn in the early morning or evening can save the typical home owner 87 gallons a week"
http://www.realsimple.com/home-organizing/green-living/things-save-water/lawn-watering-faucet-aerators

Events:

- June 24th - BBQ Fundraiser #SavePreecevilleHospital - starts at 11:00 am at Centennial Park on Main Street - Burger & Pop $5.00 Hotdog & Pop $4.00

- The Children's summer solstice is being held on Friday June 24th from 1 to 8 pm at Annie Laurie Lake not the sports grounds as previously advertised.

There will be a giant slip and slide which is put on by the Preeceville fire department and new this year will be a kick ball slip and slide which is loads of fun. The rock climbing wall will be there from 4-7 pm along with the kinsmen bouncers. There is beach volleyball, the driving range, disk golf, kinder gardeners corner and many other activities. Free hot dogs and hamburgers will be served from 5-7 pm. Parents are welcome to slip and slide in the evening. EVERYONE WELCOME

- The town of Preeceville is once again holding swimming lessons at Annie Laurie Lake this summer. Lessons will be the last three weeks in July and the instructor is Brooke Huska. Please contact Andrea for more information at 547-2810

- Please come and try the new golf driving range located at Annie Laurie Lake. Range balls can be picked up at Midtown for $5/bucket.

- June 24th - Preeceville & District Heritage Museum presents "50's Evening" - 50's Evening, music, ice cream sundaes, floats, banana splits. Come in your poodle skirt, etc. Everyone welcome. That's 7:00pm at the Museum.

The Upper Assiniboine Visitor's Guide is now online, link also on our landing page.

http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/assets/files/Visitor%20Guide%202016%20-%20website.pdf

- Old Home Week this year will also focus on the Year of the Ukrainian.

Sunday, 19 June 2016

Newsletter from January 2007 - repost

Repost of Terms of Reference from November 2005

Doctor Retention Committee Terms of Reference Draft Only GH Nov 05

Criteria Discussion Second Draft Nov 17

Member-to-Member Brief

1. Background:

The retention of a Doctor and/or Doctors has been a problem for our communities for the past ten years or more. Why are Doctors leaving our community and why are we have a hard time bringing in new Doctors and keeping them here. What would our community like to see this committee do to retain Doctors? What should we call ourselves, what powers would we have and after our discussions should all parties supported this type of document?
How do we augment the Health Region?
For the purpose of initiating the process, this document has been prepared by the Town of Preeceville. It outlines key areas for which discussion takes place today and in the years to come. All details will need to be established.

2. Mission:

To review, monitor Doctor recruitment and retention and if needed, recommend allocation of resources, staff time to the same. Proactive and collaboration using “best practices” in our recruitment and retention program must insure our model is relevant, consistent with a return on investment to the rate payers, communities and government.
Collect information for analysis.
Review and improve relationship with health region.
Review and improve relationships with each Doctor.
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Outcomes for Doctors:
Short Term: Ensure New Doctor is settled. Relocation allowance. Vehicle for the 1st few months or a driver. Assistance with getting drivers license, finding accommodations, furnishings etc until their cash flow begins.
Long Term: Setting up a reasonable incentive and reviewing Doctors happiness and other long-term needs that may arise.

Outcomes for Locums:
Short Term: Ensure each Locum is settled. Have or rent a house that has been renovated to a standard that would attract a Locum
Long Term: Set up a reasonable incentive for Locums that keep returning. Reviewing each Locums happiness and other long-term needs that may arise.

Purpose: For Committee Members

To be knowledgeable and comfortable in the role.
To maintain personal contact.
To discuss concerns of mutual interest or issues of common concern.
To compare incentives on a regional or provincial matters.
To discuss the effectiveness and implementation of the retention plan.
To insure communications to the public, health region and Doctors is always positive and relevant.
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4. Committee Guidelines

General

Each member of the Doctor Retention Committee including the chairperson must.
Act honestly and in good faith with a view to the best interest of each jurisdiction and;
Exercise the care, diligence and skill that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in comparable circumstances.

Conflict of Interest

Members must disclose, at their first opportunity, any situations where a real, potential or apparent conflict of interest may arise with respect to private and corporate interests.

5. Resources:

RM and Town Office’s
Health Region – Dr. Bishop and staff
Sask Health
Saskatchewan Medical Association
Past Doctors
Current Doctors

Newspapers, what are other community doing that’s working.
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Suggestions for added Incentives:

Find the Doctor’s wife a job, be willing to help with training is necessary. Often their wife’s get bored and need a social outlet.
Have and send information on what the community has to offer.
We can retain a Doctor for up to three years with help from the Saskatchewan Medical Association. This is a practice location grant where after a Doctor has been at one location for 18 months, a grant of up to $5,000.00 can be accessed to remain at the same location for a further 18 months. (Details can be requested from SMA)
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Thursday, 16 June 2016

Healthy Preeceville Plan - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 16th, 2016 8:35 am

Working Draft for:

Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 16th, 2016 8:35 am

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

This week we focus on: Healthy Preeceville Plan

*Healthy Preeceville* *Mission Statement* Short: “Provide a Healthy Safe Community” Long: “Identify and encourage Primary Health Care Model initiatives for the Town of Preeceville through facilitation and coordination of people, research and ideas” "I am committed to having our citizens understand the Health Care System before they have to access it. Our strength as a community is how we provide for our seniors and how we teach our youth balanced with quality of life for the rest of our population. My commitment is to use all of our resources to the maximum in this ever changing world. I am looking for pilot projects around all the great things we have in this community. World class Hospital, Telehealth, Dr.’s RN’s and paramedical personal. Add that to the broader teams of health care professionals and I am confident we will meet any challenges before us, ensuring that quality of life we all want. I are not looking for the four Doctor minimum (24-7) model but one that every small town or remote northern area could have. Everything in place, just not manned until needed. I think we could attain this and become the benchmark for all rural and remote Saskatchewan” Mayor Harris *Goals* Broaden the economic base of Preeceville through a Community Economic Development model Act as an umbrella organization for Health organizations in the Preeceville area Increase the economic development resources available to all Health based organizations Provide support services with complete accurate information to citizens in the area of Health Support all National, Provincial and Regional Health services and programs on behalf of Preeceville and area Working with other Health Centers in Region *Priority Items* Our population is knowledgeable and supportive of Health care Our population sets the Rural Saskatchewan benchmark for the Primary Health Care Model use of Senior Housing Development both private and public Use of the Town of Preeceville Website to promote awareness of model Support fundraising for the Integrated Health Care Facility, programs and projects through a foundation model Pilot Projects with early wins. (Tracking E-health use of by age groups) (Non Doctor based Programs) Recreational program and projects for all age groups Creation of the local Health Guide that identifies needs of our population (one page) Increase physical activity and survey citizens on targeted recreational that promote quality of life Development of a Strategic Plan. Review past present and other small and rural models. *Outcomes* The balance of “I live in a remote rural area” and Health Care Model that is at a National standard. draft, feb 2014, gh
Outcomes: “Rural communities pull together in good times and bad” Background: Loss of ER, on call and Acute Care at the Preeceville Hospital. What can we do as a community? - True partnerships with our Health Region and Saskatchewan Health - A True Health Plan for our communities. - A True Citizen based plan for our communities. - Real housing options for our Doctors - Stable ER, on call and Acute Care Plan for our Region.

Events:

The Upper Assiniboine Visitor's Guide is now online, link also on our landing page.

http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/assets/files/Visitor%20Guide%202016%20-%20website.pdf

- Old Home Week this year will also focus on the Year of the Ukrainian.

Healthy Preeceville - Repost from 2014

Healthy Preeceville

Mission Statement

Short: “Provide a Healthy Safe Community”

Long: “Identify and encourage Primary Health Care Model initiatives for the Town of Preeceville through facilitation and coordination of people, research and ideas”

"I am committed to having our citizens understand the Health Care System before they have to access it. Our strength as a community is how we provide for our seniors and how we teach our youth balanced with quality of life for the rest of our population. My commitment is to use all of our resources to the maximum in this ever changing world. I am looking for pilot projects around all the great things we have in this community. World class Hospital, Telehealth, Dr.’s RN’s and paramedical personal. Add that to the broader teams of health care professionals and I am confident we will meet any challenges before us, ensuring that quality of life we all want. I are not looking for the four Doctor minimum (24-7) model but one that every small town or remote northern area could have. Everything in place, just not manned until needed. I think we could attain this and become the benchmark for all rural and remote Saskatchewan” Mayor Harris

Goals

Broaden the economic base of Preeceville through a Community Economic Development model

Act as an umbrella organization for Health organizations in the Preeceville area

Increase the economic development resources available to all Health based organizations

Provide support services with complete accurate information to citizens in the area of Health

Support all National, Provincial and Regional Health services and programs on behalf of Preeceville and area

Working with other Health Centers in Region

Priority Items

Our population is knowledgeable and supportive of Health care
Our population sets the Rural Saskatchewan benchmark for the Primary Health Care Model use of
Senior Housing Development both private and public
Use of the Town of Preeceville Website to promote awareness of model
Support fundraising for the Integrated Health Care Facility, programs and projects through a foundation model
Pilot Projects with early wins. (Tracking E-health use of by age groups) (Non Doctor based Programs)
Recreational program and projects for all age groups
Creation of the local Health Guide that identifies needs of our population (one page)
Increase physical activity and survey citizens on targeted recreational that promote quality of life
Development of a Strategic Plan. Review past present and other small and rural models.

Outcomes

The balance of “I live in a remote rural area” and Health Care Model that is at a National standard.

draft, feb 2014, gh

Thursday, 9 June 2016

Old Home Week - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 9th, 2016 8:35 am

Working Draft for:

Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday June 9th, 2016 8:35 am

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

This week we focus on: Old Home Week

The Upper Assiniboine Visitor's Guide is now online, link also on our landing page.

http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/assets/files/Visitor%20Guide%202016%20-%20website.pdf

Events:

- June 9th Health Meeting tonight 7:00pm at the Legion Hall. everyone welcome.