Town to Face Higher Rates as Wastewater Plant Changes Hit Homes
The Times reports rate hikes are inevitable and amount to about $40 more monthly for a typical four person household. Municipal leaders cite aging infrastructure and provincial policy while urging long term planning and efficient use of funds amid higher heating, fuel, rent, and home costs.
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Rural recreation under funding pressure in Sunny South News
Community recreation faces long term funding challenges as rural municipalities must choose priorities. Coaldale Picture Butte Barons and Nobleford depend on volunteers and grants to maintain arenas pools and rinks. In coming year towns and County of Lethbridge plan facility reviews likely boosting taxes to sustain services.
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Citizens on Patrol Seeks Volunteers for Community Safety
Readers are urged to join Citizens on Patrol. Volunteers work in pairs to observe, report suspicious activity, assist in searches, participate in surveillance, and provide foot patrols at events like Cornfest. Applications are at the police station.
Purple Springs neighbours weigh good neighbour standard
Residents in Purple Springs challenge what defines a good neighbour as the M D of Taber holds an appeal hearing on Dick Klok’s proposed intensive hog operation near town. About 25 spoke for and against the barn while Klok had prior approval if conditions are met.
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