Alberta budget faces criticism over lack of heritage savings plan
Cardston-Taber-Warner MLA Paul Hinman blasts the 2007 33 billion budget for minimal Heritage Trust Fund contributions and insufficient long term savings. He notes in year surplus rules push most funds to capital while little detail exists for per capita gains for towns like Taber. He urges a 10 to 20 year infrastructure plan and warns rising spending shrinks surpluses.
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Weather Outlook High 15 Low
Local forecast notes unseasonal cold with high near 15 and low temperatures. Small-town readers are advised to bundle up as a brief weather update appears in the issue.
Open house shows no concerns on 57th Street CPR link
Associated Engineering presented the proposed 57th Street connection project linking Highway 3 to downtown Taber. The open house noted plans for traffic signals a pedestrian crossing and a sidewalk to the police station with minor design tweaks only. Cressman cited safety concerns at the 48th Avenue and 57th Street five way intersection and tender goals for 2007 construction pending approvals and budget.
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Taber Trade Show aims for 300 booths in 2008
Wanda Osborne Campbell told the Times the 2008 Taber Trade Show and Sale could grow significantly. She dreams of more than 300 booths, up from the 70-plus booths this year. If realized, the event may expand to use both ice arenas and the Taber Community Centre auditorium.
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