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Newspaper
Russell Banner
Location
Russell, Manitoba, Canada
Date
Oct 02, 1990
Page
1
Knox News highlights Family Week starting October 17 with features on Page 8A and Page 9B. Water Fairways opens across Pages 10 and 118, with Classifieds on Page 118 and support group coverage on Pages 13 and 148.
Canada Post implements a new sorting policy with minor local effects in Russell. Postmaster Ron MacGranagan notes no immediate staff changes, but October 1 moves will see the Russell office open at 9:00 a.m. rather than 8:30. Community Relations Officer Brian Garagan says many communities face small to moderate shifts while overall impact remains limited.
Manitoba Hydro presented plans to build a new permanent office east of town. They discussed sewer and water service costs, tax base impacts, and potential cost sharing for utilities with the RM. Mayor Langford warned of negative town effects, while Hydro outlined a 50 to 100 year facility timeline and a study on shared services.
Russell Chamber of Commerce held a meeting led by Spencer Reavie in Gord Sylvester's absence. Volunteer sought for Vice President as Kilkenny defers due to commitments. term through January 1991. Mentions include Beef and Barley Days, Bonus Bucks for Christmas, and plans for a new tourist information centre.
Manitoba Pool Elevators urges government aid as farmers face financial strain despite decent yields. President Bill Strath cites weak Wheat Board grain prices and global lows, calling for immediate reintroduction of interest-free cash advances and a new grains payment. details on Farmers page 2A.
Manitoba announces four per cent cap on residential rent increases for 1991 to assist landlords facing higher property taxes. Exemptions apply to units under five years old, non profits, nursing and personal care homes, student housing, or rents of 970 dollars a month or more. Tenants may object and disputes go to the Rent Regulation Bureau.
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