General information: 780-464-8111 www.strathcona.ca

Council Meetings in November

Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

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Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

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Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

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DatesDigestTuesday, November 8Council Meeting 2 p.m.Council Open House 5:30 p.m.Public Hearings 5 p.m. and/or 7 p.m.Tuesday, November 15Council Budget Meeting 9 a.m.Friday, November 25Council Budget Meeting 9 a.m.

Monday, November 28Council Budget Meeting 9 a.m.Tuesday, November 29Council Meeting 2 p.m.Council Open House 5:30 p.m.Public Hearings 5 p.m. and/or 7 p.m.Public Input Session 7 p.m.Wednesday, November 30Council Budget Meeting 9 a.m.

Snow help for seniorsAre you a senior worried about the coming snow removal season? Contact us! Or are you looking for a fun, flexible and active volunteer experience? Help a senior by becoming a Snow Buster! • www.strathcona.ca/seniors 780-464-4044

Provide input on proposed snow clearing bylaw County Council is holding a Public Input Session on November 29 to hear from members of the public on the proposed Sidewalk Snow Clearing Bylaw. The purpose of Bylaw 51-2011 is to make it mandatory for property owners to clear ice and snow from sidewalks. The session will be held in Council Chambers, Community Centre at 2001 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park, starting at 7 p.m. Call 780-464-8105 to register to speak before the end of day, November 28. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100 for further information on this bylaw

When will the first flakes fly?It is just days, maybe weeks until the first blanket of snow hits the ground. When the snow does come, check out the County website for details about when the roads are plowed. The website is updated regularly during snow clearing periods. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100 (24-hour road maintenance line)

Have curb ramps?If you have curb ramps at the end of your driveway, please remove them before the snow comes, as they damage snow removal equipment. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100 (24-hour road maintenance line)

A dark sky is magicalView a new video to learn about the Light Efficient Community Policy ... what it means for the community, how it’s being implemented and the benefits of dark skies for wildlife. It’s one example of how Strathcona County strives to be a sustainable community that balances social, economic and environmental aspects to improve the quality of life for both existing and future generations. • www.strathcona.ca\rightthelight email: sustainability@strathcona.ca

Business Mentorship ProgramStrathcona County’s Economic Development and Tourism department has partnered with the Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce to launch the Business Mentorship Program. This program matches business owners or entrepreneurs with more seasoned professionals. You can sign up as either a mentor or mentee. Registration begins on November 1. • www.strathcona.ca/edt or www.sherwoodparkchamber.com 780-464-8095

Update on Heartland road construction projectsRange Road 220 Project • Range Road 220 (Highway 15 to Township Road 560A) is closed. • Township Road 554 at Range Road 220 is closed; there is no through traffic. • Access Hydro Scotford from Highway 15. No through traffic north of Hydro Scotford access. • Access Aux Sable from River Road (turn north at Praxair on east side of Fort Saskatchewan) • Access Carl Young and Master Blaster from Range Road 214 and Township Road 560A.

Township Road 554 Project Township Road 554 is closed for reconstruction from Range Road 214 for 500 metres west. Intersection construction upgrades are underway, and detour signs are posted. Access will be maintained via Range Road 215 from Highway 15.

• www.strathcona.ca/heartlandprojects 780-410-6562

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Council Meetings780-464-8105 or 780-464-8060 www.strathcona.ca/council

Council Committee Meetings780-464-8296

Check out notices for other County programs, services and events on adjacent pages.

Meetings are subject to change or cancellation.

Meetings are held in Council Chambers in the Community Centre, 2001 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park. Members of the public are welcome to observe.

Council meetings are now webcast. Go to the Strathcona County website to watch and listen to meetings live. Or, view them later online for up to six months after the meeting date.

Agendas and reports are available by the Friday before the meeting date on the County website, at the Council meeting and at the Strathcona County Library.

Halloween safetyTransit buses are always a safe place, and on October 31 our operators, inspectors and staff will also have their eyes open for little witches and goblins. In partnership with the local RCMP detachment, Strathcona Transit is helping to make the streets safe for all our trick-or-treaters. If your Halloween becomes too scary, don’t hesitate to flag down one of our buses for help.

Millennium Place Leisure Ice now open Visit us daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. for a skate in the newly expanded Leisure Ice area. It’s now double the size! • www.strathcona.ca/millenniumplace 780-416-3300

Extra yard waste collection October 31 to November 4

Put your extra yard waste in clear plastic bags out for pickup on your collection day. • www.strathcona.ca/utilities 780-449-5514

Backdrop to the Wizard of OzYou may find yourself saying, “Toto, I have a feeling we’re not in Kansas anymore,” when you stop by the Community Centre, Agora, November 10 to 13 at 2001 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park. Everyone is invited to stop by and see art creation on a very large scale as a production crew paints a backdrop scene for the Wizard of Oz show, which runs December 16 to 30 at Festival Place.

Get fit for the Food Bank — the Latin wayStrathcona County is hosting a Latin-inspired dance fitness event on October 28 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. Come and enjoy Zumba, Cardio Salsa and Classical Stretch. All are welcome. Please bring a donation for the Strathcona Food Bank. • Community Centre, 2001 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park • Events and bookings, 780-410-8505

Celebration of LightsJoin us for an afternoon full of free family activities to kick off the holiday season—Sunday, November 20, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the Community Centre, 2001 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park. • www.strathcona.ca/events 780-467-2211

Goodbye mealtime strugglesAre you struggling with getting your child to eat? Join a discussion about mealtime struggles, how to connect with your child during meals, and useful strategies to reduce friction. This workshop, facilitated by an occupational therapist, will be followed by a brunch. November 24, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. • Call 780-416-6730 for more information or to register.

Christmas in the Heartland 2011Christmas in the Heartland has been extended to two days this year—November 26 and 27! The event is being held at nine venues throughout rural Strathcona County. Don’t miss out on markets, sleigh rides, baking, fireworks and holiday fun. • www.strathcona.ca/holidayfun 780-410-8511 or 780-464-8095

Volunteer to ring in the New Year Strathcona County’s New Year’s Eve Festival is looking for volunteers from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. on December 31. Show your community pride; come and help with this holiday event. • www.strathcona.ca/events 780-464-8013