Town aims to fund lagoon project amid growth and housing needs
In 2006 election remarks candidates focus on lagoon upgrades to meet effluent rules, property acquisition, and a 1.4 million estimate. Grant covers 600,000. 800,000 must be debenture financed, delaying water plant upgrade by about eight years. Housing shortages loom as residents seek Langenburg, with town owned parcels eyed for development and ongoing efforts to attract business and improve services including health care and tourism.
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Priorities for Russell Council: tourism growth and tax base
Candidate outlines four year goals focusing on making Russell a tourist destination while growing the tax base with minimal tax hikes. Emphasizes leveraging existing long term plans, fine tuning as needed, and collaborating with Asessippi Parkland Economic Development to attract business and boost CDC loan use. Proposes affordable housing and reliable sewer and water to support growth.
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Russell Wins National Bloom Award for Communities in Bloom Team
The Communities in Bloom Committee in Russell earned the top prize in the 1001-2000 population category at the National level, extending a string of provincial wins and highlighting the town as a desirable visitor destination. Judges praised the clothing recycling program at the Thrift Shop and the volunteers who fundraise and maintain town spaces.
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Horticultural Society
Mitchell Kuhl
Christine Huberdeau
Sander
Mary
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