MLA Pay Debate Faces Alberta Politicians and Civil Servants
The Times cites The Toethbridge Herald arguing Premier Redford's salary and top civil servant pay exceed MLA wages. Former MLA Ray Speaker advocates comparable salaries for officials, while noting civil servant raises and transition allowances. The piece urges limiting MLA raises and addressing higher civil service pay first amid municipal funding pressures.
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Toethbridge Herald
Ray Speaker
Enchant
Allison Redford
Redford
Stephen Carter
Speaker
Alberta
Edmonton
Community voices call for affordable pool access in Taber
Readers urge lower swimming fees at Aquafua Centre to keep youth active. They cite rising costs, health concerns, and limited local exercise options like the skating rink, stressing affordability to prevent inactivity.
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Tabor
Taber
Lower Pool Prices Boost Taber Youth Health
The writer argues keeping swimming affordable supports community health and activity among Taber youth. He notes high costs deter families and may push kids toward cheaper pastimes like watching TV, urging lower pool fees to promote exercise and socializing with friends.
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Taber
Town Proposes New Movie Theatre in Taber
David Krahn of Taber argues a town theatre would curb youth crime and drug use, draw regional patrons, and fund itself through fundraisers and added spending from visitors. He envisions expanded town life and investment.
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Tabor
Lethbridge
Taber
David Krahn
Taber Times seeks community bloggers for online posting
The Taber Times invites readers to become community bloggers on www.tabertimes.com. Writers can share views on topics from baking to gardening or local library and museum happenings. For details contact Garrett Simmons at 403-223-2266 or email gsim mons tabertimes.com.
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Taber Times
Tabertimes
Garrett Simmons
Taber
Gsimmons
Lamb Weston plant in Taber becomes union shop
Workers at Lamb Weston east of Taber vote 1 seat ahead for United Steelworkers of America after Alberta Labour Relations Board confirms the Jan 7 certification. Also notes town awards, council water rate hike, and past anniversaries in Taber community notes.
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Lamb Weston French Fry
Tabor
Alberta Labour Relations Board
United Steelworkers of America
Taber
Southside
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