Open government promises collide with public right to know
A reader critiques political promises and public secrecy, highlighting cases from Weyburn to Yorkton and Steinbach. The piece argues officials suppress details of settlements, closures, and misconduct investigations, stressing taxpayers' right to transparency and open processes. It cites a $500 000 Edmonton hospital severance and urges challenged council decisions.
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Jim Brown
Yorkton
Union
Carillon
Steinbach
RCMP
Rhineland
Alberta
Edmonton
Oak River council mulls tree trim costs and drainage fixes
Oak River council met May 8 to review tree trimming quotes and notice plans for residents. They discussed ditch and culvert work, street gravelling, water drainage, spray plans for dandelions, and potential property spraying. Financing notes include pay for the water plant overseer, paving estimates, and grants like CareerStart and Rural Jobs Project.
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Council For the
U.V.D
Oak River
ALEP
Jim Hankin
Wrightson
R. Usunier
Miller
South Railway
Vern Darroch
Miller Street
Kirk Darroch
Profile Paving Ltd
Delap Street
North Railway Street
Westman Sport
MYJC Sees Strong Student Interest as Summer Jobs Open
Kristi Prawdzik reports 36 students from Hamiota and Shoal Lake registered with the Manitoba Youth Job Centre. Job orders trickle in but warmer weather could boost activity. The centre hosts a poster contest at Hamiota Elementary School with prizes for grades four and five, judging on May 30. Open House set for June 8 at the Municipal Office from 10:00 to 12:00 with Mayor Don Mennie and MYJC official Anthonie Koop in attendance. Coffee and cake available. resume and application help offered. Call 764-2157 or visit the Municipal Office.
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Kristi Prawdzik
Lois
Hamiota
Shoal Lake
Hamiota Elementary School
Don Mennie
Anthonie Koop
MYJC
West Centre
Manitoba Youth Job Centre
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T He Weyburn
Fred McGuinness
Assiniboine
Assiniboine Community College
Victoria Avenue
Brandon
Aoa ii Golf
Hamiota Credit Union Ltd
OUR
Hamiota Golf Course
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