City halts seniors centre in capital budget plans
In Medicine Hat the capital budget does not include construction for a seniors centre, sparking criticism from long time supporters. Vera Kowalchuk notes council’s youthful tilt and compares costs to an Event Centre while Grant MacKay outlines a $1 million planning designation and potential design options with a reduced scope and possible integration with an existing recreation facility. Gordon Nott laments funding delays amid oil price declines and provincial funding uncertainty as officials plan a final design direction and construction budget.
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White House vows veto on Keystone XL in new Congress
The Republican led 2015-16 session introduces a bill to force Keystone XL approval but President Obama signals a veto. Earnest says review procedures and Nebraska court disputes prevent completion, and the administration questions the project’s claimed benefits.
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Medicine Hat budget tweaks fund charities and flood recovery
Council approves 2015 16 budget keeping tax rise to 4.8 percent while allocating 125000 to two non profits from a expanded contingency. Medalia receives 50000 annually for Historic Clay District flood recovery and Spectrum gains a 25000 one-time grant for its 25th anniversary. debate centers on budget discipline and charity funding.
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