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Learn about the Town's new Urban Design and Development Awards; Get ready for the Little Britches Weekend May 19-21; Find out about some upcoming changes to Municipal Enforcement in High River; Learn about how you can support local children through the upcoming Jumpstart Day...and more!
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Submit your community events to communications@highriver.ca
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The Town of High River is a people-first community on the Highwood River and a great place to live, work and play. We strive to meet our values of being respectful, ethical, transparent and always acting in the best interest of the community.
As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to work on important projects that are helping to shape the future of the town - a vibrant and thriving community that offers an inclusive social environment and many locally-owned and dynamic businesses.
Current Opportunities:
Click here for full details
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May is Emergency Preparedness Month in High River
Visit
www.hrready.ca for weekly updates on current risk levels, precipitation levels, temperature forecast and Highwood River flow rates.
The website also offers resources such as the Household Emergency Guide, as well as information about emergency kits and preparing your home or business for all types of emergencies.
You can also find information on the Town's flood mitigation program, annual preparations for hazard season and more!
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Town launches High River's Urban Design and Development Awards
The Town has established an awards process that will formally acknowledge and celebrate high quality urban design and development projects in High River.
"The awards will be used to recognize the contribution of planners, architects, engineers, designers and developers to the livability and sustainability of our town," says Khalid Mohammed, manager of planning and development services with the Town. "They all play an important role in envisioning, designing and building outstanding projects that contribute to the aesthetic appeal of a community."
Every two years, a Council Award and a People's Choice Award will be presented to the top two submissions, as determined by an appointed panel of judges, in each of the following categories:
Urban Elements/Public Realm Category - this category will include smaller scale projects which contribute to the quality of the public realm, which may feature elements such as street furniture, lighting, public art, façade improvements and landscapes.
Urban Architecture/ Landmark Category - this category will recognize a building or group of buildings that represent a high quality of design and architectural standards.
"The first nomination period will be for projects completed between May 1, 2018 and October 31, 2020," adds Mohammed. "All projects must be completed at the time nominations are submitted."
Read full article here
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Town signs agreement with M.D. of Foothills for municipal enforcement services
An inter-municipal services agreement has been signed between the Town of High River (Town) and the M.D. of Foothills No. 31 (MD) whereby the MD will provide municipal enforcement services to the Town.
"The signed agreement stipulates the MD will utilize existing Community Peace Officers Level 1 to perform traffic enforcement services, and two additional Community Peace Officers Level 2 to perform general enforcement services to the Town of High River," says Peter Genereux, manager of emergency management and protective services for the Town. "The agreement is officially in effect as of June 4, but these new services will not be in place until new staff have received training and equipment requirements are fulfilled."
The agreement covers all services provided through enforcement and prosecution of Town bylaws and provincial legislation, as authorized by the Solicitor General, within the Town boundaries.
"Following recommendations received in the Emergency Services Regionalization Report, the MD is pleased to continue to build on its existing positive relationship with the Town in order to deliver traffic and municipal enforcement services in an effective and responsible manner in order to ensure adequate levels of public safety and security are being met within the communities we serve," says Ryan Payne, deputy CAO and director of community services for the MD.
"The operational model to be utilized provides both MD and Town residents with efficiencies of shared personnel, adds depth of resources to our existing department, and will further complement our collective teams of emergency first responders."
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Seasonal pest management measures to begin in May
The Town's Parks Department will have crews out in the community this month to complete regular pest management procedures to remove weeds and insects from trees and green spaces.
The Parks Department uses an integrated pest management approach that includes hand-pulling, mowing, high-pressure water spraying, pruning and, as a last resort, applying a broadleaf pesticide where applicable.
"Crews and or contractors spray very few pesticides in town but will, on occasion, utilize these products as a tool in our toolkit," says Tannas Webb, parks supervisor with the Town. "These are only applied by licensed individuals at label rates, during appropriate environmental conditions and in proper locations."
Signs will be posted in the work areas a minimum of 48 hours in advance and will remain after all applications for a minimum of 24 hours. Examples of activities can include insect control on trees, Richardson ground squirrel control in specified areas and weed control as required.
Spraying typically will occur in the early hours of the morning. Please keep vehicles clear of these zones and allow crews to do their work.
Responsible pest management is important in insuring that the Town of High River is not contributing to invasive weed and pest species.
For inquiries on trees please call 403-603-3503 and green spaces/turf please call 403-603-3509.
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Little Britches Parade returns to High River on May 19
The Little Britches Parade will be held on Saturday, May 19 at 10 a.m. in downtown High River. This year's parade includes the usual floats, as well as bands, horses and other colourful entries.
This year, the theme is 'A Salute to High River First Responders' and will include parade marshals Dr. Keith Spackman, Fred Stegmeier (EMS), Len Zebedee, Lark Isbell, Oliver Perry (Fire) and Robin Alexander (RCMP).
The parade will require road closures on 3 and 4 Avenue S.W. from 7 a.m. until 4 p.m. There will also be parking restrictions in and around the downtown from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. and within George Lane Park from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. View the map to the right for parade route and staging areas.
There will be plenty of exciting and family-friendly activities to enjoy after the parade and throughout the entire weekend. Parade attendees are welcome and encouraged to stay in town and enjoy:
* The Little Britches Rodeo
* The annual River of Music Festival
* Community Piano Launch Party
* Battle of the Bands in George Lane Park
* Foothills SNAPS Farmers' Market
* High River Art Society Fine Art & Handcrafted Market
* Servus and Sobeys Taste of High River
* Bar U National Historic Site Spring Seeding Weekend.
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March and April utility bills mailed in early May
The Town of High River mailed utility bills for water, sewer, garbage and recycling services for March and April in early May. Payment is due by May 31, 2018.
If you have not received your utility bills please call 403-652-2110.
Utility bills can also be viewed online through the Town's Citizen Self Service. To create your account visit
http://www.highriver.ca/citizen-self-service
and follow the instructions
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Presentation: How to help bumble bees
How to help bumble bees and other native bee species - presented by Alexandria Farmer, MSc Ecology MRU/Alberta Native Bee Council.
Join the presentation on bumble bees, their ecology, and how to garden for their success!
May 22, 6-8 p.m.
Studio B - Bob Snodgrass Recreation Complex
$15 (includes nesting box)
Please pre-register by calling (403) 652-4042
Participants will learn about our 27 bumble bee species found locally, as well as many other of our 300+ species of native bees.
The presentation will be followed by a bumble bee nest-box building workshop (bring a cordless drill if you wish to assemble on site).
The nest box can be taken home and monitored, and the data can be reported back to the Alberta Native Bee Council (ANBC) to be used in scientific studies.
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Town reminds residents to keep dogs on a leash
As the weather begins to get warmer, the Town is reminding residents to be courteous pet owners when walking their dogs in the community.
Dog owners are also required to ensure that their dog is under control at all times while in the Town's off leash dog park.
The Town of High River
Off-Leash Dog Park is located south of 8 Avenue S.E. and 2 Street S.E.
It is up to the dog owner's discretion if their dog is suitable to use the off-leash park. Dogs must be supervised at all times and owners are responsible for their animals' actions.
Under High River Bylaw 3704/92 owners must also pick up after their dog in all public areas.
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Spring and summer parks, recreation and community programs guide now available
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Southeast Main Replacement Phase 5A to begin May 9
PME Inc. has been contracted by the Town of High River to replace the sanitary sewer main and water main on 4 Avenue S.E. between 1 Street S.E. and 3 Street S.E. and to install a storm sewer main on 4 Avenue S.E.
This project began on May 9 and will continue for approximately six to eight weeks as part of the Town of High River's ongoing infrastructure replacement program.
This project will also include the replacement of sewer and water services to the property line as well as replacement of the road surface and various sections of curb, gutter and sidewalk.
Water and sanitary services will not be affected, with the exception of a short period of time when service lines are re-established to the new mains.
Access to the front entrances of the properties on 4 Avenue will not be available while the road surface is being replaced. Residents can use their back lane access where possible.
Southeast Main Replacement Phase 6 to begin May 10
A.I.C. Construction Ltd. will be starting temporary water service installations Thursday, May 10 on 6Avenue S.E. east of 1Street S.E. as part of the Town of High River's ongoing infrastructure replacement program.
This project involves the replacement of damaged underground sanitary sewer and water infrastructure. As part of the work, the roads will also be rehabilitated.
The underground work on this project will begin on Monday, May 14and include 6 Avenue S.E. east of 1 Street S.E., and 7Avenue S.E. between 1A Street S.E. and 2Street S.E.
Construction is anticipated to take six to eight weeks and updated information will be shared as details are finalized. The most current information can be found online at www.highriver.ca on the Major Projects Map.
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High River Town Crier | 403.652.2110 |
communications@highriver.ca |
www.highriver.ca
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