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Preparing in Case of Postal Disruption
- You may be able to email some items and follow up with an original in the mail or by courier.
- However, group benefits may require originals. Be sure to check what can be emailed to [email protected].
- In the event of a disruption, some items (such as cheques and drug cards) will have to wait until mail service resumes.
- Now is a good time to sign up for Member eClaims with Great-West Life. Don't forget to sign up for direct deposit as well, so you don't have to wait for payment.
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Our election supplies program through SUMAdvantage will continue to run. Alternative shipping options include STC, Purolator, FedEx, and pick up from the SUMA office.
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Convention 2017:
Call for Resolutions
SUMA is a membership-driven organization. One way you can get your issues to the forefront is by submitting a resolution for our annual convention. While we accept resolutions all year long, the call is officially out for Convention 2017. The deadline is Friday, October 21, so start thinking about your issues now to ensure you get your resolution endorsed by council in time to submit.
Email your resolutions for Convention 2017 to
[email protected] by
Friday, October 21.
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Week of Saskatchewan Ukrainians
Municipalities can help make this a truly provincial celebration by proclaiming September 26-October 2, 2016, the "Week of Saskatchewan Ukrainians."
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Share Your Municipal Law Decisions
Has your community been in court or before a tribunal lately? Your experiences with the judicial system can help fellow members build on successes or avoid risk. By sharing any court or tribunal decisions with us - regardless of outcome - you can help us spot new legal precedents and keep pace with municipal law trends. If you have a recent decision to share, please contact Steven Dribnenki at 306-525-4389 or [email protected].
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Golf Tournament Cancelled
Due to the low number of registrations, Weyburn City Council has made the difficult decision to cancel the golf tournament scheduled for July 14-15, 2016. All registrants have been contacted directly by the City of Weyburn to inform them of the cancellation. The community was truly looking forward to showcasing their city's hospitality to the rest of the province but did not feel the low registration would provide attendees the best experience possible.
The City of Weyburn is truly sorry for having to cancel the 2016 SUMA Golf Tournament and hope to see additional support at the tournament hosted by the Town of Rosthern in 2017.
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Nomination Period Open for SUMA Awards
Do you know of individuals who have demonstrated a commitment to outstanding service in the municipal field? Nominate them to be recognized for their contribution to the community with one of these awards, to be handed out during Convention 2017:
- the Meritorious Service Award for Saskatchewan urban municipal employees who have served at least 20 years;
- the Honorary Service Award for elected officials who have served at least 20 years on council; or
- the Scoop Lewry Award for elected officials, administrators, SUMA officials, and employees of the Ministry of Government Relations.
Forward complete award nominations to [email protected] by October 5, 2016. No late submissions will be accepted.
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Order Elections Materials
SUMA offers easy one-stop shopping for affordable elections supplies including:
- polling booths;
- ballots;
- ballot boxes;
- election forms;
- metal and paper seals; and
- pencils.
Visit our
Election Materials page to find the order forms for
supplies and
ballots. We recommend resort villages place their order by
Friday, July 15 for their elections later this month.
In the event of a postal service disruption, we will work with you to figure out the best option to ensure your supplies still arrive in time for your election.
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WCB Distributing Excess Surplus to Employers
Saskatchewan Workers' Compensation Board will be returning $281.5 million in surplus to employers in 2016. Higher than expected investment earnings resulted in the surplus, half of which will be returned to employers this month. The remainder will be issued by the end of the year.
Employers are eligible for the 2016 surplus distribution if their accounts are in good standing, and if their net premiums were greater than their claims costs from 2012 to 2014. For more information about the refund, see the WCB frequently asked questions page.
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Help Stop Illegal Waste Disposal
The Ministry of Environment needs your help reminding residents that unlawful waste disposal harms us all. The provincial fine for
open burning of mixed waste is $500 for individuals and $1,000 for businesses, while the fine for
illegal dumping is $1,000. Municipalities are encouraged to enact and enforce their own bylaws to address unlawful waste disposal. If you suspect open burning of mixed waste or illegal dumping, report the incident to the TIP line: 1-800-667-7561.
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Classifieds
POSITIONS AVAILABLE
Find the latest listings by visiting the
SUMA Classifieds
section of our website, under the Programs and Services tab.
Have a position to fill or an item to sell? Submit your ad on our website.
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Grants
Upcoming Deadlines
For a full listing of grants, check the
Grants
section of our website under the Resources tab.
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About Us
Thank you for reading the Urban Update this week. We welcome your comments.
SUMA
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Regina, SK S4P 3M7
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