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Vol. 38 No. 9 June 4, 2015 Email: elkislandtriangle@gmail.com Ph: 780-868-9221 or 780-446-3088
Over 40 volunteers made Perogies for Perogy Festival Over the 2 days they made 70 dozen Cottage Cheese; 240 dozen sauerkraut & 420 dozen cheddar
The Perogy Festival will be held in conjunction with the Community Fair on June 20th.
Page 2 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015
2014 Elected Official and CAO Salaries for Lamont County and Surrounding Municipalities
by Sylvia Holowach - Disclosure of salaries and benefits for munic-
ipal officials, the chief administrative officer and designated
officers is required by Alberta Regulation 313/2000.
The following is a list of amounts paid to elected officials;
CAO’s and designated officials in Lamont County and
surrounding municipalities as obtained from the 2014 Finan-
cial Audit Reports. Where available, comparison earnings
between 2014 and 2013 have been provided. Population
figures were obtained from the Alberta Municipal Affairs
website.
Lamont County:
Reeve W. Woldanski received $54,714 in 2014 compared
to $50,834 in 2013, an increase of $3,880. Deputy Reeve D.
Warawa collected $51,425 in 2014 compared to $47,567 in
2013, an increase of $3,858. Councillor R. Anaka received
$48,137 in 2014 compared to $44,301 in 2013, an increase of
$3,836. Councillor R. Malica collected a total of $48,137 in
2014. Councillor R. Bryks received a total of $44,883 in 2014.
CAO Allan Harvey collected $182,153 in 2014 compared to
$177,564 in 2013, an increase of $4,589.
Elected officials and the CAO collected a total of $429,449
in 2014 and with a rural population of 3,872 resulted in a
total per capita cost of $110.91.
County of Minburn No 27:
Reeve E. Anderson received $91,772 in 2014 compared to
$72,770 in 2013, an increase of $19,002. Deputy Reeve C.
Ogrodnick collected $70,839 in 2014 compared to $61,538 in
2013, an increase of $9,301. Councillor R. Konieczny
received $65,678 in 2014 compared to $62,505 in 2013, an
increase of $3,173. Councillor D. Melenka collected $63,435
in 2014 compared to $60,333 in 2013, an increase of $3,102.
Councillor D. Rattray received $63,435 in 2014 compared to
$60,333 in 2013, an increase of $3,102. Councillor R. Wagner
collected $65,678 in 2014 compared to $62,505 in 2013, an
increase of $3,173. Councillor T. Kuzio received $63,435 in
2014. CAO D. Marynowich collected $171,446 in 2014 com-
pared to $161,459 in 2013, an increase of $9,987.
A total of $655,718 was paid to the CAO and elected offi-
cials in 2014 and with a population of 3,278 resulted in a cost
of $200.00 per capita.
The County of Minburn also included the following in
their report: Ag. Fieldman D. Ullery received $123,372 in
2014 compared to $118,326 in 2013, an increase of $5,046.
Thorhild County:
Reeve W. Crosswell received $49,785 in 2014 compared to
$43,304 in 2013, an increase of $6,481. Councillor L. Sisson
collected $49,186 in 2014. Councillor D. Buryn received
$43,330 in 2014. Councillor K. Grumetza collected $41, 276 in
2014 compared to $42,853 in 2013, a decrease of $1,577.
Councillor S. Hanasyk received $41,276 in 2014 compared to
$46,016 in 2013, a decrease of $4,740. CAO B. Kolewaski col-
lected $128,832 in 2014. Former Acting CAO, J. Cornelius
received $42,650 and former CAO James Squire collected
$175,000 in 2014.
Elected officials and the CAO were paid a total of
$353,685 in 2014, and with a population of 3,417, the per cap-
ita cost was $103.50.
However, when the total of $217,650, for the Former Act-
ing CAO and the Former CAO, was added, the per capita
cost increased by $63.69 to $167.19.
County of Two Hills No. 21:
Reeve A. Sayler collected $51,359 in 2014 compared to
$57,076 in 2013 for a decrease of $5,717. Councillor E.
Yaremchuk received $54,290 in 2014 compared to $52,668 in
2013, an increase of $1,622. Councillor P. Gordeyko collected
$38,670 in 2014 compared to $39,297 in 2013, a decrease of
$627. Councillor J. Odegard received $35,454 in 2014 com-
pared to $40,889 in 2013 for a decrease of $5,435. Councillor
A. Pidruchney collected $34,565 in 2014 compared to $41,190
in 2013, a decrease of $6,625. CAO, S. Dary received
$126,528 in 2014.
Elected officials and the CAO received a total of $340,866
in 2014, and with a population of 3,160, the per capita cost
was $107.87.
The County of Two Hills also included the following in
their financial report: Ag. Fieldman E. Kozak received
$101,494 in 2014 compared to $118,326 in 2013, a decrease of
$16,842. Emergency Services Coordinator/County Fire Chief
Brad Straty collected $77,068 in 2014 as compared to $73,792
in 2013, an increase of $3,276.
The total of $178,562 paid to the Ag. Fieldman and the
County Fire Chief increased the per capita cost by $56.50 to a
total of $164.37.
Smoky Lake County:
Reeve R. Bobocel received $87,365 in 2014 compared to
$87,170 in 2013, an increase of $195.
Councillor D. Cholak collected $77,309 in 2014 compared to
$89,683 in 2013, a decrease of $12,374. Councillor R. Ori-
chowski received $85,432 in 2014 as compared to $82,702 in
2013, an increase of $2,730. Councillor C. Lukinuk collected
$92,808 in 2014. Councillor C. Smigerowsky collected
$81,024 in 2014. CAO Cory Ollikka received $173,245 in 2014
compared to $173,008 in 2013, an increase of $237.
In addition to the salary, benefits and allowances paid to
elected officials and the CAO, Smoky Lake County’s 2014
financial statement included all other expenses paid.
With a population 2,459 and a total of $597,183 paid to the
elected officials and the CAO, Smoky Lake residents paid
$242.85 per capita.
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Lamont County Officials Salaries - Continued Beaver County:
Reeve K. Smook received $32,604 in 2014 compared to
$38,848 in 2013, a decrease of $6,244. Councillor S. Scott
collected $36,233 in 2014 compared to $30,340 in 2013, an
increase of $5,893.
Councillor R Yarham collected $51,337 in 2014 compared
to $47,763 in 2013, an increase of $3,574. Councillor D. Col-
lison received $27,984 in 2014 compared to $32,206 in 2013,
a decrease of $4,222. Councillor A. Hanson collected
$55,546 in 2014 compared to $46,161 in 2013, an increase of
$9,385. CAO R. Beck received $181,749 in 2014 as com-
pared to $170,222 in 2013, an increase of $11,527.
With a total of $385,453 paid to elected officials and the
CAO in 2014, and a population of 5,689, the per capita cost
was $67.75.
Sturgeon County:
Mayor T. Flynn received $89,607 in 2014. Councillor F.
Caron collected $62,109.
Councillor S. Evans received $60,841. Councillor W.
Bokenfohr collected $60,031. Councillor J. Kaup received
$61,291. Councillor P. D. Tighe collected $68,631 and
Councillor K. Shaw received $64,828 in 2014. CAO P.
Tarnawsky collected $261,458 in 2014 compared to
$252,008 in 2013, an increase of $9,450.
A total of $728,796 was paid to the CAO and Council in
2014 and with a population of 19,578, the per capita cost
was $37.22.
Strathcona County:
The Mayor received $127,000 in 2014 compared to
$138,000 in 2013, a decrease of 11,000.
Ward 1 Councillor collected $76,000 in 2014 compared to
$76.000 in 2013 resulting in no change.
Ward 2 Councillor received $80,000 in 2014 compared to
$79,000 in 2013, an increase of $1,000.
Ward 3 Councillor collected $78,000 in 2014 compared to
$79,000 in 2013, a decrease of $1,000.
Ward 4 Councillor received $80,000 in 2014 compared to
$79,000 in 2013, an increase of $1,000.
Ward 5 Councillor collected $80,000 in 2014 compared to
$80,000 in 2013 resulting in no change.
Ward 6 Councillor received $77,000 in 2014 compared to
$78,000 in 2013, an increase of $1,000.
Ward 7 Councillor collected $73,000 in 2014 compared to
$74,000 in 2013, a decrease of $1,000.
Ward 8 Councillor received $77,000 in 2014 compared to
$80, 000 in 2013, a decrease of $3,000.
The Chief Commissioner (CAO) collected $315,000 in 2014
compared to $288,000 in 2013, an increase of $27,000.
Strathcona County has a rural population of 27,015 in
addition to Sherwood Park’s population of 65,075 for a
total population of $92,490.
A total of $1,063,000 was paid to the CAO and elected
officials for an average per capita cost of $11.49.
On May 23rd, 2015, Two Hills RCMP received a report of
a vehicle theft that occurred in Andrew, Alberta.
Sometime during the overnight hours a vehicle and
holiday trailer were stolen from a residence in Andrew.
The vehicle is described as being a White 2003 Chevrolet
Silverado with black vent visors and black running boards.
The holiday trailer is described as being a 27 foot, White
1996 ‘Kustom Koach’.
Two Hills RCMP are seeking the public’s help with any
information related to the theft and are encouraged to call
immediately regarding any suspicious activity.
If you have any information regarding this theft, please
contact the Two Hills RCMP Detachment at 780-657-2820
or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-222-8477 or online at
www.tipsubmit.com.
Theft of Truck and Trailer in Andrew
Whooooo Dat?
Page 4 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015
“Eeny, meeny, miny, moe” …. Take Two….
The mail’s arrived, the envelopes have been opened and
we, in Ranges 19 and 20 know how much our tax notices
increased.
Of the several increases I know of, ranging from $150 to
$2,100, some may be easier to ‘swallow’ than others. What,
if anything will be done about them is a personal choice. We
can accept them, adjust our budgets and pay the bill, or drop
another $100 and launch an appeal with the Assessment Re-
view Board.
Two options to choose from, no big deal, right?
Not quite! You see; I can be a bit stubborn and tend to
check into things I don’t quite understand or want to know
more about. Especially if they don’t quite sit well or smell
right to me. Often times I run into dead ends; other times I
find interesting and useful information.
Such is the case with a document entitled, ”Guide to
property assessment and taxation in Alberta”. It’s written in
boring government style but, if you have the patience to read
it, offers useful information.
Friends and neighbors I spoke with indicated their resi-
dential properties increased noticeably, while their bare land
properties decreased slightly. By percentage, acreages and
subdivided yard sites on 80 or 160 acres seemed to see the
biggest increase.
My curiosity, regarding these differences, led me to read
“Final Report and Recommendations on Farm Property As-
sessment Issues”; another boring government document but
one that revealed similarities to the assessment process cur-
rently being conducted in the county and some conceivable
reasons why increases are being experienced.
Yes, it’s possible I’ve misinterpreted what I’ve read, but
because of my stubbornness I don’t let go of something until
I’m good and ready, especially if I feel it’s wrong, unfair,
deceptive or forced on me without explanation as to why.
Before I decide to accept our increase or appeal it, I plan
to make good use of a third option; asking questions.
The option of asking questions is available to all ratepay-
ers in the county and I happen to have questions for which I
need some answers.
For now; all I’ll say is we, as property owners, still have
some rights and I wish I would’ve had this information
when the assessor arrived at my house in 2014. The outcome
may not have been different, but at least I would’ve under-
stood what was changing and why.
It’s likely too late to reverse any of the changes to my as-
sessment and I will most likely accept it; but only after I’ve
had my questions answered.
However, considering all properties in the county are
going to be assessed by 2017, it may not be too late for my
friends and fellow ratepayers to the east.
Please try to acquaint yourselves with the documents
mentioned above, familiarize yourselves with your rights,
find out when your area is scheduled to be assessed and try
to be home so you can ask questions when the assessor
comes to your door; because the questions you ask, infor-
mation you provide and responses you receive, could help
you understand why assessments are changing and possibly
save you some money in the end.
- Sylvia
In My Opinion
NEXT ISSUE – June 18, 2015
Deadline for Submissions: Friday, June 12, 2015
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Notice to Advertisers The Alberta Human Rights Code prohibits discrimination because of age, sex, marital status, race, creed, colour, nationality, ancestry or place of origin. In compliance with this code, the Elk Island Triangle reserves the right to make the necessary changes in advertising copy.
Tax-Free Savings Accounts help seniors save more
Dear Editor,
Liberal Member of Parliament Scott Brison is wrong and out of touch with the priorities of Canadians when he attacks our Government’s action to help families and seniors save more for their retirement. Through Economic Action Plan 2015, our Conservative Government announced an increase in the annu-al contribution room of the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) to $10,000. TFSAs are a popular savings vehicle for many Canadi-ans, particularly seniors.
By the end of 2013, almost 2.7 million seniors had a TFSA. Of those seniors, nearly 60% had annual incomes of less than $40,000. And of the people who contribute the maximum amount to their TFSAs, almost half are seniors. It’s clear that Canada’s seniors recognize the wonderful saving opportunity that TFSAs can provide leading up to and during retirement.
This is action that builds on our Government’s strong record for seniors. We introduced the largest Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS) increase in over 25 years to support low-income seniors, and introduced pension income splitting.
Unfortunately, Mr. Brison and Liberal leader Justin Trudeau recently revealed their economic plan, which they admitted has a $2 billion shortfall. That’s why, if given the chance, they would have to increase taxes on all Canadians, including taking away TFSAs and income splitting. And even at that, econo-mists say the numbers in their plan still won’t add up.
Only our Conservative Government can be counted on to help seniors save more.
Sincerely,
Leon Benoit, M.P.
Page 6 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015
Mike’s Trimz New Barber in Lamont Mike Abdulhak may be new to the Lamont business commu-
nity, but he is no stranger to many people in the area.
Many of you may remember Mike as the original owner of
Mike’s Hair in Fort Saskatchewan. There, he served the Fort
Saskatchewan community and surrounding areas for 23 years.
After selling his shop in Fort Saskatchewan in 2008; Mike
decided to try a new challenge and a new direction. He bought
and successfully ran a pizza franchise outlet in Edmonton,
which he operated for seven years.
Upon selling his pizza franchise, Mike decided he wanted to
return to barbering as it had remained his first love, stating,
“This is what I do.”
He’s been married for 32 years to Samar (pronounced Sum-
mer), and brags that “I have Summer all year long.” Mike and
Sumar are the proud parents of four sons; Sam (31), Omar (25)
and 21 year old twins, Ron and Tyler.
Mike’s Trimz is located in the previous Lucy’s Looking Glass
location, across the street from the Servus Credit Union, and
next door to Jim’s Tune-up & Diesel.
Mike and Samar have renovated the building giving it a fresh
bright atmosphere that is welcoming and friendly.
Mike Abdulhak may be new to the Lamont business commu-
nity, but he is no stranger to many people in the area.
Many of you may remember Mike as the original owner of
Mike’s Hair in Fort Saskatchewan. There, he served the Fort
Saskatchewan community and surrounding areas for 23 years.
After selling his shop in Fort Saskatchewan in 2008, Mike
decided to try a new challenge and a new direction. He bought
and successfully ran a pizza franchise outlet in Edmonton,
which he operated for seven years.
Upon selling his pizza franchise, Mike decided he wanted to
return to barbering as it had remained his first love, stating,
“This is what I do.” He’s been married for 32 years to Samar (pronounced Sum-
mer), and brags that “I have Summer all year long.” Mike and
Sumar are the proud parents of four sons; Sam (31), Omar (25)
and 21 year old twins, Ron and Tyler.
Mike’s Trimz is located in the former Lucy’s Looking Glass
location, across the street from the Servus Credit Union, and
next door to Jim’s Tune-up & Diesel. (Continued on Page 7)
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015 Page 7
Mike has renovated the building giving it a fresh bright at-
mosphere that is welcoming and friendly.
Appointments are not necessary, as Mike’s Trimz is a first
come, first served barber shop and with plenty of parking on the
north side of the building you can sit, relax and share in friendly
conversation while you wait.
Whether you are an old friend, an old customer, or haven’t
yet had the pleasure of meeting Mike, he welcomes everyone to
come visit him in his new barber shop.
Mike looks forward to meeting everyone and making many
new friends in Lamont.
Page 8 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015
Submitted - Improved 2015/16 funding for student en-
rolment growth is a welcome first step in better re-
sourcing schools in the province, according to Alberta
Teachers’ Association President Mark Ramsankar.
“I’m encouraged by the fact that Premier Rachel Notley
and Education Minister David Eggen have taken decisive
action to ensure that school boards will have funding to sup-
port enrolment growth in Alberta’s schools.
The government is projecting that 12,000 more students
will be added to classrooms next year, and Albertans made it
clear in the election that those students must be funded.”
Ramsankar is now calling on school boards to ensure
that the additional funding makes its way to Alberta’s
classrooms. A number of school boards have already
passed budgets based on funding cuts proposed by the
previous government.
“This new funding will have limited value to learning if it
is not allocated in a way that supports the front lines of edu-
cation. I expect immediate revisions to school board budgets
based on old data to ensure that added educational assistant
and teacher complements will be in place when schools open
in September.”
Ramsankar says that the Association and its locals
will be closely monitoring how individual school
boards allocate their funding for the next school year.
The Alberta Teachers’ Association, as the professional
organization of teachers, promotes and advances public
education, safeguards standards of professional prac-
tice and serves as the advocate for its 36,000 members.
ATA President Applauds Funding Announcement
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015 Page 9
Wishing You a Beautiful
Graduation Day
Here’s hoping everything comes up roses on your graduation day! May it be filled
with happiness, friendship and plenty of fun.
Congratulations to the Class of 2015!
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Andrew High School Graduates Congratulations Class of 2015!
Alisha Donovan Hayley Ermantrout
Megan Halisky Brylan Kolotylo
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015 Page 11
Celebrate the present, Remember the past,
Our memories will forever last.
Taylor Kucharski Lucas McLean Shanice Weleschuk
Page 12 Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015
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Lamont High School Graduates Congratulations Class of 2015
Lily Achty Bradley Able-Epp James Anderson Courtney Andruchow
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“Today We Follow, Tomorrow We Lead”
Ryley Andruchow Kathleen Antoniuk Jared Bartz Jordan Cardinal
Monica Fedyniak Taryn Eleniak Kaylee Desrocher Davis Dominik
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Lamont High School Graduates Congratulations Class of 2015
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“Today We Follow, Tomorrow We Lead”
Rachael Fitzgerald Gale Kirklan Caleb Hauch Zachary Hoskins-Janes
Samantha Kowal Randy Klippenstein Devon Kennedy Mackenzie Johnson
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Lamont High School Graduates Congratulations Class of 2015
Breanne Koziak Briann Kroeker Joel Kroening Kendra Lindberg
Kaeli McGillivray Jonathan Mallet Daniel Loren Emily Lopushinsky
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“Today We Follow, Tomorrow We Lead”
Michael Minguez Kelleigh Scott Melissa Mitchell Heather Nielsen
Michelle Selensky Zoey Shaw Korlan Smith Mitchell Trenholm
Photo Missing
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Lamont High School Graduates Congratulations Class of 2015
Stephanie Trudgeon Alyx Ushkowski
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“Today We Follow, Tomorrow We Lead”
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Submitted by Mundare School - Monday May 25th was a
very “buzzy” day as Mundare School played host to
40,000 bees and their wrangler! Michael Yaremcio, bee-
keeper, flower enthusiast and co-owner (with his broth-
er Dustin) of Yaremcio Honey came to share his pas-
sion, and his bees. Inspired by an apiarian experience
in Australia he returned home to pursue his certifica-
tion in Commercial Beekeeping in Grande Prairie.
Beginning each presentation with the question
“Who’s afraid of bees?”, almost all hands were raised,
but by the end, after an informative and entertaining
power point and bee-talk, students got to safely exam-
ine our productive fuzzy friends in a special travelling
hive. Fascinated by the swarming mass behind the
Plexiglas, all students from PALS to Grade 8 searched
for the elusive queen, listened to the hum, and felt the
vibrations of 80,000 wings regulating the hive tempera-
ture. The students had a close encounter they’ve likely
never had without being stung, and will probably nev-
er have again. Students were also surprised by such
facts as; much of the produce we see in the stores are
dependent on bees to survive, that one bee produces
less than a gram of honey in her lifetime, and male bees
don’t have stingers!
When one honey loving student asked how much
honey he dreams of making, Yaremcio chuckled as he
replied “one million pounds”! Michael related that he
is constantly fascinated by the bees; how little we actu-
ally know about how they communicate and create
with such amazing precision and how much more we
have to learn. He hopes that through this presentation
some myths and misconceptions were dispelled, fears
allayed and interests piqued. Fielding some very inter-
esting questions and playing “where’s the drone” with
the students watching the hive, the students enjoyed
participating in the presentation as much as Michael
enjoyed presenting. It was a naturally sweet day.
Yaremcio Honey Flies into Mundare
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015 Page 22
10th Annual BBQ Cancer Fundraiser Held at Lamont School
PHOTO CAROL MARKO
Submitted by Darlene Cholak- Tenth Annual BBQ
Cancer Fundraiser was a great success. Thanks
to the hard working volunteers, over $4000
was raised for cancer awareness. Our dear
friend Cheryl Goodwill, who was battling
cancer was the reason this fundraiser be-
gan. Ten years ago a group of school friends
joined her and participated in the 60 km. Walk
To End Cancer. Sadly, we lost Cheryl and
many other friends to this terrible disease. The
town wide BBQ continued and proudly over
the next 10 years we raised over $40,000.
Thanks to our great community of Lamont for
all their support over the years.
Volunteers were busy preparing the
track in anticipation of the Tractor Pull
which will be part of the Lamont
Community Fair & First Annual Perogy
Festival on June 20, 2015.
The track is shaping up nicely thanks
to equipment donated by YMC
Company, owned by Kyle and
Shawnene Wallgren, and the time and
labor being given by other volunteers.
Construction of Tractor Pull Track Commences at Town Of Lamont Recreation Grounds
PHOTO SUBMITTED
Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, June 4, 2015 Page 23
- Submitted Students at Mundare
School once again participated in
The Great Canadian Geography
Challenge this year. For an intense
10 days, first the Grade 7 - 8’s and
then the Grade 4 - 6’s answered pro-
vincial, national and internationally
based questions. These 10 daily
questions may be about geography,
animal life, mapping or even weather or natural disasters,
each one though, an opportunity to learn about the world
around us. At the end of this period, the 3 students with
the most points from each grade, moves on to the School
Championships. The Grade 7 & 8 Champion also takes
part in a Provincial challenge online. Both Champions
receive personalized certificates, beautiful Silver medals
and a one year subscription to Canadian Geographic Mag-
azine! This year’s Champions; Brandon (Gr.4 - 6) and Dyl-
an (Grade 7 - 8) are pictured here as well as our Finalists
from Grades 4 - 6; Reeve, Jessica, Aldin, Mya, Brandon,
Raeanne, Kazlynn, and Jessie.
Mundare Students
Participate in
Geography
Challenge
Submitted - Andrew Playschool students enjoyed their final day in the classroom on Tuesday, May 26th. Parents and siblings were invited to an afternoon celebration which included playtime, snacks, goodbye gifts & much photo taking. Their school year ended with a trip to the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village on May 28th.
Northern Alberta Forest Fires Causing Fluctuating
Air Quality Locally Submitted by Fort Air Partnership - Wildfires burning in north-
ern Alberta are resulting in fluctuating Air Quality Health In-
dex (AQHI) readings in Fort Air Partnership’s (FAP) air shed.
An Alberta Health Services air quality health advisory was
issued May 26 for the region due to smoky conditions (http://
www.albertahealthservices.ca/11381.asp)
Readings this week at FAP’s air quality monitoring stations
have ranged from low to high risk at the four FAP continuous
monitoring stations where data is collected for the AQHI calcu-
lation. These stations are Fort Saskatchewan, Lamont County,
Bruderheim, and Elk Island Park.
As a public service, FAP displays current and forecast AQHI
readings on the homepage of its website. The public can also
look up a near real time live date feed for any substance
tracked by all eight of FAP’s continuous air monitoring sta-
tions.
Local residents are encouraged to check FAP’s website often
for current and forecast air quality conditions. General health
guidelines for the public regarding AQHI readings, the corre-
sponding levels of risk, and what activities are appropriate
given the risk are also on the website. FAP also post links to air
quality health advisories when they occur.
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Mayor Heather Tait making sure the burgers are done just right.
Deputy Mayor Brent Matiazow (left) putting his grilling techniques into action in front of the BBQ while CAO Pat Skoreyko (centre) ensures everyone gets the finishing touches on their burgers.
Village of Andrew Holds Ride
for Dad BBQ Fundraiser by Sylvia Holowach - Village of Andrew Deputy Mayor, and
event organizer, Brent Matiazow could not have chosen
a better day to hold the BBQ fundraiser in support of the
Ride for Dad prostate cancer awareness and research
campaign.
On Saturday, May 23, between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m.,
under a clear and very sunny sky, Deputy Mayor Mati-
azow, Mayor Heather Tait and CAO Pat Skoreyko
grilled, flipped and served burgers, pop and water to
approximately fifty hungry and thirsty event support-
ers.
Fundraiser sponsor, Andrew Coop, donated the
burgers, buns, pop, water and condiments, while the
Village Mayor, Deputy Mayor and CAO provided their
culinary expertise and service skills all in support of the
Ride for Dad.
In addition to ice cold bottled water for the riders,
Village of Andrew representatives will present the
$629.15 raised during the BBQ to Ride for Dad repre-
sentatives when the ride comes through the Village on
June 13.
Mayor Tait, Deputy Mayor Matiazow and CAO Pat
Skoreyko would like to thank Andrew Coop and every-
one for their attendance, support and contribution in
making the fundraiser a success.
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So Simple and Oh So Tasty! I think a person can say that summer has definitely arrived with all the nice weather we’ve been having lately. Mother Nature has been so nice to us farmers for allowing spring seeding to go along so smoothly and for others to get their gardens in… but we could use a little rain!!! So let’s fire up the grill and celebrate whatever it may be – finishing spring work, graduation or Father’s Day! Remember if you have a favorite recipe that you would like to share with the rest of the readers, you can email it to me: trinews@telusplanet.net or in the mail: Box 14, St. Michael, AB T0B 4B0
Sirloin Steak with Garlic Butter
½ cup butter 2 tsps. garlic powder 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 lbs. beef top sirloin steaks (or ones of your choice) Salt and pepper to taste
Preheat an outdoor grill for high heat. In a small sauce-pan, melt butter over medium-low heat and garlic powder and minced garlic. Set aside. Sprinkle both sides of each steak with salt and pepper. Grill steaks 4 to 5 minutes per side, or to desired doneness. When done, transfer to warmed plates. Brush tops liberally with garlic butter, and allow to rest for 2 to 3 minutes before serving.
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The Lions Foundation of Canada has granted Lion Marshall Maydanski a Life Membership for his hard work and dedication to the Lions Foundation of Canada, “Dog Guides” program. Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides trains dogs in six programs, all to provide increased independence and safety to people with medical or physical disabilities. Canine Vision is for people who are blind or visually impaired. The Hearing Ear program is for people who are deaf or hard of hearing. There is a service for people with a physical disability. Seizure Re-sponse is for people with epilepsy. Autism Assistance for children and teens with autism spectrum disorder and Diabetic Alert for people with type1 diabetes with hypoglycemic unawareness. Lion Marshall and the Chipman Lions Club strongly support the Lions Foundation of Canada Dog Guides programs.
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