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Issue No. 18-02

January 15, 2018
We Want to Hear From You: 
RCMP Strategic Plan

The Saskatchewan RCMP is developing their strategic plan, which will help focus their efforts and define their priorities for policing in our province. Share your input with SUMA through this short, five-question survey by January 24. Please take the time to ensure your voice is heard in this important consultation.

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Recreational Cannabis to be Sold Privately in Saskatchewan

Last week the Government of Saskatchewan announced that recreational cannabis will be sold by private retailers in 40 communities across the province. With this announcement, municipalities can begin developing their zoning bylaws, which is an important step toward the July 1 target date for legalization. 

SUMA looks forward to more details on the provincial plan. More details on our advocacy around this issue are available on our website

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Convention 2018: Introduction to Convention Presentation
 
SUMA is offering an Introduction to Convention session at Convention 2018. The session takes place Sunday, February 4 at 4:20 p.m., in Meeting Room 1. New and returning delegates will get an overview of how convention works, what's on the agenda, and how to get the most out of your three days. You can prepare by checking out  Answering Your Convention Questions and The Value of Convention, available now on the Convention 2018 page of our website. 

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Convention 2018: Bus Schedules
 
Shuttle service for Convention 2018 is sponsored in part by and provided by the City of Regina. Schedules are now available on the Convention 2018 page of our website. If you are booked into a hotel where shuttle service is provided, look for the SUMA signs in your hotel lobby for the bus stop location and approximate departure times. The hotel should also provide you with a copy when you check in. There will be a listing in the Queensbury Lobby for end-of-day departures. 

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Convention 2018: Power Your Convention Experience
 
Don't forget our mobile app! Using the Eventbase app you can access all the information regarding Convention 2018 on your phone. The free app is available in the app stores for iOS, Blackberry OS, and Android users.
 
Once you've downloaded Eventbase, open the app and search for SUMA - keep your eye out for the blue SUMA logo! Tap the logo to find the basic information, and then tap Launch Event Guide to get all the information available.
 
If you can't (or don't want to) download the app, you can also check the mobile website  to get all the same information.

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Capacity Building: Last Chance for MLDP Registrations
 
The Saturday before Convention 2018 is a perfect time to take in a Municipal Leadership Development Program (MLDP) module. Five sessions are available, and the registration deadline is this Friday, January 19
  • Strategic and Financial Planning for Municipalities
  • Municipal Economic Development Fundamentals
  • Human Resources in the Municipal Workplace
  • Public Relations and Communications for Municipalities
  • Community and Land Use Planning
Don't miss this fantastic professional development opportunity designed for Saskatchewan municipal leaders. 

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Capacity Building: Asset Management Webinars

Make 2018 the year your asset management plan makes real progress with free webinars from Asset Management Saskatchewan. The next webinar is happening February 1, and in-person workshops are in the works for the spring. Get all the details and sign up to be the first to hear about new sessions on their website.

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Time to Renew: VFF Insurance

Volunteer Firefighter and First Responders Insurance ( VFF Insurance ) renewal is due soon. All participating municipalities received renewal invoices in early December. The deadline to renew coverage is
February 28 . If you plan on renewing this coverage and have not already done so, please send a copy of your invoice along with your payment to the SUMA office. Late renewals will result in a lapse in coverage, so get your renewal in today!

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Apply Now for Funding: Homelessness Partnering Strategy

Nearly all SUMA members are eligible for funding in the 2017-18 round of funding for the Homelessness Partnering Strategy. The YMCA of Regina and the Rural and Remote Advisory Board is accepting applications until February 2, 2018. More details are available in the call for proposals guide. You can also contact Pamela Reimer for more information by email or by calling 306-757-9622 ext. 234.
In This Issue

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New WasteWater Treatment Chemical Partner: Chem International
 
It's finally here! We did the groundwork; you get the deal. After diligently researching vendors and chemicals, talking with industry professionals, posting a RFP, and taking all the proper steps to comply with the Canadian Free Trade Agreement, we found you a partner for wastewater treatment chemicals.
 
We've negotiated a set price list on core wastewater items with Chem International. That means no more guesswork and constant renegotiations when ordering. You get added certainty and stability to budget properly.

Some core-list products include bioenzymes for industrial waste streams and lagoon sludge treatment, and you can call 1-800-665-7287 for more information or to place an order.

Visit  SUMAdvantage online for a complete list of member programs or email  Lisa Rawlings at SUMA with any questions.

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Classifieds

POSITIONS AVAILABLE


SPRA: CEO (January 22)




Town of Imperial (Administrator)

FOR SALE

Backhoe (January 15)

HME Pumper Firetruck (January 22)

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

200 2222 13th Ave.

Regina, SK  S4P 3M7

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