Work zones and the dangers of speeding - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 31st, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 31st, 2017 8:35 am

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


This week we focus on: Work zones and the dangers of speeding

182 motorists caught speeding in work zones during July Traffic Safety Spotlight


July was another busy month for law enforcement as they focused on catching drivers speeding in both municipal and highway work zones. During the monthly Traffic Safety Spotlight, 182 tickets were issued in construction zones, all related to speeding1:
177 tickets for exceeding 60 km/h while passing highway workers or occupied highway equipment within a work zone
5 tickets for speeding in construction zones where a flag person is present

As there are still many road construction projects across the province, SGI reminds motorists to obey speed limits and exercise caution when driving in work zones. If the work zone is signed, drivers must slow to the posted speed limits, regardless of whether workers are present. Base fines for speeding in a construction zone are triple that of a regular speeding ticket.

Other results from July's Traffic Safety Spotlight:
5,514 tickets for speeding or aggressive driving
522 tickets for inappropriate or no seatbelt/child restraint
462 tickets for distracted driving (including 337 for cellphone use)
382 impaired driving offences (including 327 Criminal Code charges)

Follow SGI on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram for tips on how to #TakeCareOutThere with other road users.

Learn more about work zones and speeding.

Work zones
Slow down in work zones.

 

Year-round in Saskatchewan there are roads being repaired and maintained. To keep everyone safe, you must follow some important guidelines when you encounter work zones.

Work zones usually have clear signage, with orange signs indicating that you're entering a road construction area and black and white signs for speed.

They should follow a general pattern:
An orange sign that says “Workers Present” indicating there’s a work zone ahead.
A black and white speed sign saying 60 km/h. At this point you are legally required to slow to 60 km/h.
There may be signs or workers indicating you need to slow down further or stop, or about road conditions and hazards you will be driving over.
An “End of Work Area” sign will signal the end of the work zone. It will be followed by a black and white sign indicating the regular speed limit, which you can return to.

Please visit the Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure site if you want to know more about work zones.
What if I don't slow down?

Not only are you putting workers, yourself and your vehicle at risk, you could face the following fines:
Fines for speeding when passing workers and/or equipment in work zones
(Section 203 of The Traffic Safety Act)

 

Speed (km/h)	70	80	90	100	110	120
Speed over limit (km/h)	10	20	30	40	50	60
Base fine	$210	$210	$210	$210	$210	$210
Fine up to 30 km/h over limit	$3 x 10 = $30	$3 x 20 = $60	$3 x 30 = $90
Fine if more than 30 km/h over limit				$6 x 40 = $240	$6 x 50 = $300	$6 x 60 = $360
Victims surcharge	$60	$60	$60	$80	$204	$228
Total	$300	$330	$360	$530	$714	$798

Other work zones
 

Work zone signage on municipal roads and in urban areas may differ from the general work zone orange signage you find on highways. However, you are still required to slow to 60 km/h or whatever speed is posted when you enter the work area.
 

Other situations where you must slow to 60 km/h:

• Approaching a law enforcement vehicle or emergency vehicle with its lights flashing.
• When passing Ministry of Highways and Infrastructure machinery or equipment with its lights flashing.
• When passing a tow truck with its amber beacon flashing and it is assisting a vehicle.

The dangers of speeding
The risks of driving too fast.

Many drivers exceed the speed limit or drive too fast for conditions. Driving at an unsafe speed can greatly increase the severity of a crash; the faster your vehicle is moving, the less time you have to react to a potential hazard, and for other drivers to react to you.

As impact speed increases over 80 km/h, the fatality rate for those in the vehicle goes up exponentially. For instance, the chance of being killed in a collision at 80 km/h is 2 times higher than if you were travelling at 64 km/h. When a vehicle crashes at a speed above 80 km/h, the chance of death is more than 50%.

Perception, reaction and stopping

Driver error accounts for the majority of traffic collisions. Most often drivers do not give themselves enough time for a quick response and decisive action.

The average time it takes for a driver to determine that a crash may occur, decide what to do and then do it is 1.5 seconds.

Driving at an unsafe speed reduces the amount of time you have to react and your control over the vehicle - increasing both the risk and severity of a crash.

Speeding also significantly increases the stopping distance of a vehicle. As your speed doubles, your stopping distance increases 4 times. If your speed triples, your stopping distance increases 9 times.

By reducing your speed, you give yourself more ways to find an alternative course of action and more time to react in order to avoid a potential collision. Even driving 10 km/h slower can make the difference between a close call and a fatal collision.

Speeding and road conditions

The posted speed limit is the recommended speed for ideal weather conditions. If the road surface is wet, snowy or icy, or visibility is reduced by fog or blowing snow, reduce your speed accordingly. Your safety depends on it. You can be fined if you are driving too fast for road conditions.

Speeding and pedestrian safety

The faster you go, the harder you'll hit someone. In most cases, a pedestrian struck by a vehicle travelling at 40 km/h or less survives, while most pedestrians struck by a vehicle travelling at 60 km/h or more die.

Over the years, it was quite common to suggest that a pedestrian was “run over” by a vehicle. Research indicates that pedestrians are actually “run under” a vehicle. The injuries that are sustained after being thrown to the road are not as serious as a person's first impact with a vehicle. The main cause of injuries to the legs and head of pedestrians are a vehicle's bumper and upper surface.
Speeding and the law

Drivers in Saskatchewan face a number of fines and charges for speeding. Drivers are also assessed demerit points under the Safe Driver Recognition program for different speed-related offences.

The Traffic Safety Act speeding offences:
driving in excess of the maximum speed indicated by signs on the highway or at the park entrance
driving in excess of 35 to 49 km/h over the speed limit
driving in excess of 50 km/h over the speed limit
driving at least twice the applicable speed limit
exceeding a speed that is reasonable and safe in the circumstances
exceeding the speed limit in a school zone
exceeding 60 km/h when passing a stopped emergency vehicle, highway worker, flag person, snowplow, tow truck or highway equipment with warning lights on

Fines for these specific offences range from $70 to $210, with a per kilometre rate assessed for each kilometre in excess of the speed limit.
Demerit points

As part of the Safe Driver Recognition program, demerit points are assessed for unsafe driving.

The number of demerit points assessed depends on how much the unsafe behaviour contributes to collisions.

"Keep yourself safe by knowing and following the law. We can all do better"

 

- Town of Preeceville Official Community Plan

The Town is initiating a planning review project to adopt a New Official Community Plan and a New Zoning Bylaw to better guide development within our community. The Town’s Zoning Bylaw is outdated and does not reflect the changing needs of the Town and provides almost no direction on growth. In order to update the Zoning Bylaw, the Provincial Government requires the Town to adopt an Official Community Plan. The benefit of having an overall plan with “Action” items will assist Council in planning cost effective infrastructure and balancing residential, commercial, recreational and industrial development. Town Council has engaged Tim Cheesman, M.C.I.P. and his Planning Team to prepare the Plan and Bylaw.
The Planning Team has completed the Town’s Draft Official Community Plan. The Draft OCP and the Results of the Public Consultation Process are available for viewing by clicking the links below:
Town of Preeceville Draft Official Community Plan about 73 pages
Preeceville Public Consultation Responses about 35 pages
You may provide your feedback/comments on the Draft OCP by emailing tcheesman@accesscomm.ca or  preeceville@sasktel.net.
        

Events:

 - Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
  $14,885.00  31 cards left in the deck
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/


 - The fall registration night is being planned for September 12th

- And as always 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/

follow me on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/mayorgarthharrisfollow me on twitter @https://twitter.com/MayorGartharris

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School Bus Safety & the Town Ability Bus and Van - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 24th, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 24th, 2017 8:35 am

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


This week we focus on: School Bus Safety & the Town Ability Bus and Van

"Pedestrian safety is an essential part of a community's well being and nowhere is this more important than in a school zone. As a driver, it is your responsibility to ensure that children are protected from harm as they go to and from school.

Here are some simple tips you can use to help keep kids safe"

Slow down

Most school zones have reduced speed limits, marked by reflective fluorescent signs. The limit varies between communities but the concept remains the same: reducing your speed allows you more time to react and brake in the event of an emergency.

Last year in Saskatchewan 13 people were injured and 2 were killed in school zone collisions. When it comes to children and vehicles, there is little margin for error. The difference between a near miss and a tragedy can be a matter of seconds.

The fine for speeding in school zones starts at $140 and goes up from there depending on your speed. You'll also be penalized 3 demerit points by SGI under the Safe Driver Recognition program, meaning you'll lose some of your discount or pay a financial penalty.

Be alert

During drop-off times school zones can become extremely congested and it may be difficult to identify hazards. Pay special attention to kids waiting to cross the street. Young children tend to think vehicles can stop instantly and may begin crossing before it is safe to do so.

Be especially wary of kids darting between parked cars. Children are obviously much shorter than adult pedestrians, and though they may see you, they don't realize that you may not see them.

Obey crossing guards

Crossing guards - both adult and student - are there for 1 reason, and that is to protect youngsters as they cross the street. They are usually stationed near crosswalks and are immediately recognizable with their fluorescent orange vests.

When crossing guards extend their flags and enter the street you must come to a complete stop and wait for all pedestrians to cross. Do not proceed until the guard has returned to the curb, and even then be aware of stragglers running onto the street to catch up with their friends.

Exercise caution near school buses

Passing motorists are the single biggest threat to children as they enter or leave a school bus. Minimize the odds of a collision by avoiding bus loading zones whenever possible.

If you must drive in those areas, obey all signs and signals and watch for youngsters who may not know the rules of crossing the street.

Slow down as you approach a bus and come to a complete stop when its flashing red lights are activated. The lights, often accompanied by a stop sign, indicate that children are boarding or getting off the bus. You may not pass the bus until the lights are deactivated and the stop sign is retracted.

Use good judgment when stopping or parking

Parking is strictly prohibited in No Parking and No Stopping zones near schools. Keeping these areas free of vehicles is the best way to maintain visibility for other motorists.

When dropping your child off at school, remember not to stop in the middle of the road. Waiting drivers may become impatient and attempt unsafe maneuvers to pass, putting you and your child directly in harm's way.

It is also unsafe to let your child off near a crosswalk since they will need to cross in front of your vehicle to use it. Passing drivers won't immediately be able to see your child, which increases the risk of a serious collision.

Regardless of where you drop off your child, try to have them exit the vehicle on the curb side, preferably on the same side of the street as the school. This will minimize their danger of being struck by passing vehicles.

Finally, if you are stopped in a designated drop-off zone, be sure to turn off your vehicle's engine. Idling - particularly during cold weather - produces visible exhaust fumes that can obstruct the vision of other drivers and put the safety of young students at risk.

 

 Find this and more on safety @

https://www.sgi.sk.ca/individuals/safety/training/driveright/schoolzones.html

 

 

Ability Bus and Van

The Abiltiy Bus Board has a 2013 Tranist Bus with the capacity of 4 wheel chairs and 6 passengers or 3 wheel chairs and 8 passengers.
The Ability Bus Board also has a 2016 Ford E-150 Van with Para tranist conversion with the capacity of 2 wheelchairs and 2 passengers or 1 wheelchair and 4 passengers.
Both are housed at the Ability Bus Garage which is located @ 51 3rd Street South East.
In order to book the bus or van you must phone the Town Office @ 306-547-2810. Proirtiy is given to medical appointments, than to make sure clients get to and from work at the Mackenzie Centre and thirdly for outings.
In order to drive the bus or van, the Town office must have on record a copy of your drivers license and you must complete a checklist on the operation of the unit and also the operation of the wheelchair lift.
The rates are:  Van - $0.42 per km and Bus - $0.46 per km

 

http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=61

 

 

- Town of Preeceville Official Community Plan

The Town is initiating a planning review project to adopt a New Official Community Plan and a New Zoning Bylaw to better guide development within our community. The Town’s Zoning Bylaw is outdated and does not reflect the changing needs of the Town and provides almost no direction on growth. In order to update the Zoning Bylaw, the Provincial Government requires the Town to adopt an Official Community Plan. The benefit of having an overall plan with “Action” items will assist Council in planning cost effective infrastructure and balancing residential, commercial, recreational and industrial development. Town Council has engaged Tim Cheesman, M.C.I.P. and his Planning Team to prepare the Plan and Bylaw.
The Planning Team has completed the Town’s Draft Official Community Plan. The Draft OCP and the Results of the Public Consultation Process are available for viewing by clicking the links below:
Town of Preeceville Draft Official Community Plan about 73 pages
Preeceville Public Consultation Responses about 35 pages
You may provide your feedback/comments on the Draft OCP by emailing tcheesman@accesscomm.ca or  preeceville@sasktel.net.
          

Events:

 - Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
  $13,879.00  32 cards left in the deck
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/


 - The fall registration night is being planned for September 12th

- And as always 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/

follow me on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/mayorgarthharrisfollow me on twitter @https://twitter.com/MayorGartharris

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Workers Not Using Proper Protective Equipment - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 17th, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 17th, 2017 8:35 am

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


This week we focus on: Workers Not Using Proper Protective Equipment

 "Seat Belts and Safety Vests"

OHS Fines for Companies, Workers Not Using Proper Protective Equipment


"Released on August 15, 2017 Two Saskatchewan companies pleaded guilty to occupational health and safety violations for failing to ensure workers were using necessary safety equipment.

Shannon Louise Power, operating as Power Roofing Systems in Saskatoon, pleaded guilty to:
Contravening section 91 of the regulations (fail to ensure that workers wear approved industrial headwear); and
contravening subsection 116(2) of the regulations (fail to ensure that workers use a fall protection system at a work area where a worker may fall three metres or more).Power was fined $1,000 plus a surcharge of $400 for each contravention in Saskatoon Provincial Court on August 10, 2017. Fines totalled $2,800.

Charges stem from an inspection that took place on June 2, 2016, when workers were observed not using necessary safety equipment by an Occupational Health Officer. Fortunately, no incident occurred and no one was injured.

In a second, unrelated case, Ram Distribution Ltd., operating as The Energy Doctor in Saskatoon, pleaded guilty to:
Contravening section 91 of the regulations (fail to ensure that workers wear approved industrial headwear);
contravening subsection 116(2) of the regulations (fail to ensure that workers use a fall protection system at a work area where a worker may fall three metres or more);
contravening subsection 116.1(1) of the regulations (fail to develop a written fall protection plan where a worker may fall three metres or more and are not protected by a guardrail or similar barrier); and
contravening subsection 96(1) of the regulations (fail to ensure that a worker uses footwear that is appropriate to the risks associated with the worker’s place of employment and occupation).One additional charge was stayed in Saskatoon Provincial Court on August 10, 2017. The company was fined $1,000 plus a surcharge of $400 for each contravention, a total fine of $5,600.

Charges were laid after an Occupational Health Officer observed workers not using proper safety equipment during an inspection on June 21, 2016. Fortunately, no incident occurred and no one was injured.
Falls from heights can cause serious injuries and are easy to prevent.

To learn more about fall prevention, business owners and employees are encouraged to contact WorkSafe Saskatchewan or their industry safety association for recommendations on equipment and training"


For more information, contact:

Jennifer Veri
Labour Relations and Workplace Safety
Regina
Phone: 306-787-1331
Email: jennifer.veri@gov.sk.ca

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- Town of Preeceville Official Community Plan

The Town is initiating a planning review project to adopt a New Official Community Plan and a New Zoning Bylaw to better guide development within our community. The Town’s Zoning Bylaw is outdated and does not reflect the changing needs of the Town and provides almost no direction on growth. In order to update the Zoning Bylaw, the Provincial Government requires the Town to adopt an Official Community Plan. The benefit of having an overall plan with “Action” items will assist Council in planning cost effective infrastructure and balancing residential, commercial, recreational and industrial development. Town Council has engaged Tim Cheesman, M.C.I.P. and his Planning Team to prepare the Plan and Bylaw.
The Planning Team has completed the Town’s Draft Official Community Plan. The Draft OCP and the Results of the Public Consultation Process are available for viewing by clicking the links below:
Town of Preeceville Draft Official Community Plan about 73 pages
Preeceville Public Consultation Responses about 35 pages
You may provide your feedback/comments on the Draft OCP by emailing tcheesman@accesscomm.ca or  preeceville@sasktel.net.
           

Events:

 - Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
  $12,909.00  33 cards left in the deck
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/


 - The fall registration night is being planned for September 12th

- And as always 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/

follow me on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/mayorgarthharrisfollow me on twitter @https://twitter.com/MayorGartharris

follow me on google+ @ https://plus.google.com/u/0/102741942183606627948?tab=wX#102741942183606627948/posts

follow me on youtube @https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKyA9eN2gdku8lGSo0WPRWw follow me on instagram @ http://instagram.com/garthrharris

When thunder roars, go indoors! - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 10th, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 10th, 2017 8:35 am

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


This week we focus on: When thunder roars, go indoors!

"Every year in Canada, lightning can cause as many as 10 deaths and 164 injuries. You can avoid a tragedy like this by taking a few simple precautions.

If you can hear thunder, you can get hit by lightning. Take shelter immediately. If you cannot find a sturdy, fully enclosed building with wiring and plumbing, get into a metal-roofed vehicle. Stay inside for 30 minutes after the last rumble of thunder.

Direct strikes are responsible for only 5% of lightning-related deaths and injuries. Two other types of hazardous phenomena are caused by lightning. Ground current and side flash account for 60 to 80% of lightning-related injuries and deaths. A ground current is set up when lightning hits the ground, spreads out and sends a current through a victim. Side splash occurs when lightning hits a tall object, travels partly down the object and then jumps to a nearby victim.
 

Avoid the threat of lightning 

• To plan for a safe day, check the weather forecast first. If thunderstorms are forecast, avoid being outdoors at that time or make an alternate plan. Identify safe places and determine how long it will take you to reach them.
• Watch the skies for developing thunderstorms and listen for thunder. As soon as you hear thunder, quickly get to a safe location. If you can hear thunder, you are in danger of being hit by lightning. More people are struck before and after a thunderstorm than during one.
• Get to a safe place. A safe location is a fully enclosed building with wiring and plumbing. Sheds, picnic shelters, tents or covered porches do NOT protect you from lightning. If no sturdy building is close by, get into a metal-roofed vehicle and close all the windows.
• Do not handle electrical equipment, telephones or plumbing. These are all electrical conductors. Using a computer or wired video game system, taking a bath or touching a metal window frame all put you at risk of being struck by lightning. Use battery-operated appliances only.
• If on water, get to shore as quickly as possible. The high waves and strong gusts of wind associated with sudden fast-moving storms can make it difficult for swimmers, boaters and water skiers to reach shore safely. Lightning that hits water travels well beyond its point of contact. Small boats with no cabin provide less protection than boats with enclosed cabins.
• If caught outdoors far from shelter, stay away from tall objects. This includes trees, poles, wires and fences. Take shelter in a low-lying area but be on the alert for possible flooding.

Outdoor events

It is impossible to issue accurate local forecasts months in advance. Since summer storms can develop quickly, you should have a weather safety plan ready for any large gathering. In your plan, you should

• adopt an emergency alerting strategy;
• schedule activities at times less likely to experience thunderstorms, such as the morning; and
• ensure participants know the location of a safe place that is close enough for them to reach quickly.

On the day of the activity

• Have a knowledgeable person monitor the weather, forecasts and warnings;
• be prepared to cancel or delay the event well before any storm threatens;
• inform organizers and volunteers of emergency plans; and
• do not resume outdoor activities until at least 30 minutes after the last rumble of thunder is heard.

First aid for lightning victims

• Lightning victims do not carry an electrical charge and can be safely handled.
• Call for help. Victims may be suffering from burns or shock and should receive medical attention immediately. Call 9-1-1 or your local ambulance service.
• Give first aid. If breathing has stopped, administer cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Use an automatic external defibrillator if one is available.

Stay informed: follow the most recent forecasts

Canada receives over two million lightning strikes a year on average. Many lightning deaths and injuries are associated with smaller local storms. It takes only one lightning bolt to change your life.

Environment Canada's Meteorological Service of Canada issues severe thunderstorm watches and warnings for storms that can produce damaging winds, heavy rain and hail. The service does NOT specifically warn for lightning. Watch the skies for threatening clouds and listen for thunder. Stay up to date with the latest weather forecasts and warnings by monitoring your favourite broadcast outlet, Weather radio, or a hand-held mobile device.

Remember: in a thunderstorm, no place outdoors is safe. When thunder roars, go indoors! 

- Town of Preeceville Official Community Plan

The Town is initiating a planning review project to adopt a New Official Community Plan and a New Zoning Bylaw to better guide development within our community. The Town’s Zoning Bylaw is outdated and does not reflect the changing needs of the Town and provides almost no direction on growth. In order to update the Zoning Bylaw, the Provincial Government requires the Town to adopt an Official Community Plan. The benefit of having an overall plan with “Action” items will assist Council in planning cost effective infrastructure and balancing residential, commercial, recreational and industrial development. Town Council has engaged Tim Cheesman, M.C.I.P. and his Planning Team to prepare the Plan and Bylaw.
The Planning Team has completed the Town’s Draft Official Community Plan. The Draft OCP and the Results of the Public Consultation Process are available for viewing by clicking the links below:
Town of Preeceville Draft Official Community Plan about 73 pages
Preeceville Public Consultation Responses about 35 pages
You may provide your feedback/comments on the Draft OCP by emailing tcheesman@accesscomm.ca or  preeceville@sasktel.net.
             

Events:

 - Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
  $11,986.00! 34 cards left in the deck
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/


 

- And as always 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/

follow me on facebook @ https://www.facebook.com/mayorgarthharrisfollow me on twitter @https://twitter.com/MayorGartharris

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Being a Good Wingman - Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 3rd, 2017 8:35 am

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Preeceville's Main Street with the Mayor Garth Harris for Thursday Aug 3rd, 2017 8:35 am

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


This week we focus on: Being a Good Wingman

The new SGI campaign wants you to be a friend for life

"You and your group of lifelong friends are out for a few drinks. One of your buddies grabs their keys and is about to drive home.

Do you say anything, or do you just let them go?

It is something SGI is asking everyone in Saskatchewan to think about.

SGI’s latest advertising campaign “Be a Good Wingman” challenges Saskatchewan people to do the right thing and stop impaired friends from driving, even when it feels uncomfortable.

“It is something that plays out on decks and patios, around campfires, and in bars and rinks across Saskatchewan,” Minister Responsible for SGI Joe Hargrave said. “You and your friends are enjoying a few drinks and someone you are with is about to drive home. How many times have you asked, ‘Are you okay to drive?’ and then let it go when your friend said ‘yes,’ even though you knew it wasn’t true?

“Being a good wingman is really a call to action,” Hargrave said. “When someone is impaired, their judgment is also impaired, so it is important to stop them if they are about to do something that could hurt themselves or others. If your impaired friend is about to drive, intervene. Offer to call a cab, a sober friend, or a safe ride service. Take away their keys and let them stay the night. Whatever you do, do not let them make the wrong choice and drive away if they are impaired. ”

Saskatchewan has among the highest rate of impaired driving incidents out of all Canadian provinces, and it is the leading cause of fatal traffic collisions in the province. In 2016, preliminary numbers show 54 people were killed and 456 were injured in 1,085 crashes involving drugs or alcohol.

“When someone is impaired, and has their keys in hand, a real friend needs to step up,” Hargrave said. “Even if it is awkward or uncomfortable to have that conversation, it is better than letting them drive away, risking death or injury. Let’s make this a province where it is never OK to drive impaired. Where we all expect that, if we are impaired and about to drive someone is going to stop us.”

The “Be a Good Wingman” campaign launch coincides with August’s Traffic Safety Spotlight on impaired driving. Throughout the month, police across the province will again be watching for drivers under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

See the “Be a Good Wingman” ad by following SGI on Facebook www.facebook.com/SGICommunit, Twitter www.twitter.com/SGItweets and Instagram www.instagram.com/SGIphotos, or visiting www.sgi.sk.ca/wingman.

Spread the word on social media by using the hashtag #BeAGoodWingman and using SGI’s Wingman filter for your profile picture. SGI’s website has more information about impaired driving" www.sgi.sk.ca/individuals/penalties/consequences/index.html.

"So please plan your event with safety in Mind"


Canada's 150th Birthday

Join us in Preeceville for Canada's 150th Birthday, August 4th - 6th.

You are cordially invited to attend the Canada 150 Celebration - Preeceville

http://www.townofpreeceville.ca/default.aspx?page=62


Parade Registration *Please note that the parade will now be starting at 10:30am and not at 11:00am as said on the parade registration form.

Event Registration

Offical Poster

Check us out on Facebook.

Friday, August 4^th:
Community Legion Hall
      Meet and Greet        : 3 – 8pm
       Art Show                : 3 – 8pm      Preeceville Art Group
       BBQ Supper            : 5 – 7pm      Preeceville 4H Club
       Beer Gardens          : 3 – 9pm      Preeceville Wildlife Club
       Fireworks                : 10:00pmish - weather permitting
Preeceville Lions Park – Ready to get moving?  Be part of Canada’s “150 Playlist”      : 1 – 3pm      Ages 6 – 12
Preeceville School will be open for viewings or tours from 1 - 5pm
Saturday, August 5^th:
Around Town           

Parade               : 10:30am             Parade Route Map   

Wagon Rides      : 12 - 3pm   Starting at the Arena

Centennial Park 

BBQ Lunch         :11am – 2pm Cadets

Club 60 

Pancake Breakfast            : 8 – 10am     Club 60

            Meet and Greet                : 8 – 10am
            Pie & Coffee                     : 2 – 4pm      Lutheran Church Women
            Horseshoe Tournament     : 2 – 4pm      Club 60
Community Legion Hall Area
            Filipino Lunch

Photo Booth

Street Dance           : 9pm            Preeceville Fire Department                           

                            $15/ticket      Children must be accompanied by an adult
1 1/4 Mile South of Preeceville on Hwy 47, East Side of the road.
              Heavy Horse Demonstration     : 1 – 3pm
Ukrainian Catholic Hall Event

Supper                                     : 4:30pm seating OR 6:30pm seating

       16 & over      $15                      ADVANCE TICKETS ONLY
       6 – 15           $10                      Seating’s are limited to 250 people
       5 & Under     FREE                  

Sunday, August 6^th: Sportsgrounds
       Interdenominational Church Service : 11am – 12pm (Bring your own Lawn Chair)
       Lunch                        : 12 – 2pm
       Threshing Demo        : 2 – 3pm
       Pick-up Ball Games     (Bring your own bat, ball, & glove)     
       Children’s Activities     (Old Tyme)      
       Beer Gardens             : 12 – 5pm
       Wagon Rides              : 1 - 4pm
       Fire Truck Rides         : 2 - 4pm
                 The Supper and Dance tickets can be purchased at the Town Office or at the Meet and Greets Friday and Saturday.
For more information, call Agnes at 306-547-3047 or Elaine or Trina at the town 306-547-2810.

Let your family and friends know about this celebration. Check us out on Facebook.

 http://mayorharris.blogspot.ca/

Events:

 - Ongoing
- Preeceville & District Lions Club Chase the Ace Jack-Pot is now at a
  $11,071.00! 36
Draws every Thursday night.
Watch their Ad's.   Follow the ACE on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PreecevilleChaseTheAce/


 - The 7th Annual Motorcycle and Vehicle Road Rally is also on the August 4th to 6th weekend.
Entertainment by James Williams
(Show "N Shine, bike games, open mike and Fireworks at Dusk, Phone 306-547-7047 for more info)
 

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



- 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 150th website: http://canada.pch.gc.ca/eng/1342792785740/1342793251811

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