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Consultation policy to replace Community Services Board
by Dana McArthur Community Services has an open door policy” council of meeting that have taken place. Mayor
pointing to the example of Tour of Alberta who Greg Pasychny raised concerns that a council
Edson's Community Services Director Jim approached him first and it was brought forward to member should be present at the meetings.
Desautels has been tasked with finding a council. Council members were welcome to attend the
replacement system for the Community Services Councillor Chouinard said, “Some people are consultation meetings Derricott said. “This is where Consultation policy to replace Community Services Board
Board that is being dissolved. uncomfortable with change, but this satisfies all the the new pay structure benefits. There is no additional
Desautels presented the new plan at the Committee concerns I had.” pay and no added cost to the municipality if
of the Whole meeting on January 12. “The plan will In regard to the open house Councillor Janet members of council want to attend.” But added
see direct consultation with individual partners with Wilkinson asked about the vulnerable population changes could be made at any time.
Community Services seven times a year.” being heard, “Could we meet people on their own The committee unanimously agreed to recommend
The consolations will take place in a tiered territory for a discussion?” the new policy replace the Community Services
approach with tier 1 consisting of user groups giving “If we look under tier 1 we can consult with any of Board.
examples like ice rink users groups, FCSS the user groups. We are always in constant
stakeholders, parks, and arts and culture consultation with agencies and partners,” said
stakeholders, etcetera. Tier 2 will be digital Desautels. Our beautiful Milaya is 7
consultations like online surveys and social media. “So this does meet the needs of the vulnerable, as years young. She is very
affectionate and loves to
Tier 3 will be quarterly meetings between Edson's not everyone is hooked up (to a computer). It's great talk. She’s attached
Community Services Director and Yellowhead to have these different opportunities for people,” herself to her foster dad
County's. Tier 4 will be a Community Services open said Wilkinson. and must always have at
house. CAO Mike Derricott added, “We can address and least one paw touching
It is believed this approach will give the broadest adapt to the needs of special groups. We can meet him.
opportunity for voices to be heard and give those more often to meet their needs.” He added this was a Milaya loves to sit in the
unable to attend an open house an opportunity to more direct approach by removing the middle and sunny window during the
express themselves. connecting direct with the vulnerable population. day to watch the birds at
Councillor Gean Chouinard asked that if a special Councillor Brian Boyce said, “I think this is very the feeder and in the late
interest group had a request would a special meeting satisfactory; it is a good communications policy.” evening she likes to play
be an option. Desautels said, “Absolutely, Derricott said that reports would be brought to with her toys.
She’s small, round, soft and affectionate ... and
Leading the way on although she seems to prefer the man of the
cross country skiis house, she would easily transition into any home
is Blair L’Hirondelle, willing to give her some love and a bit of a chat.
followed by Dylan She is good with cats and dogs, is sprayed and
Watson, Zander up to date on vaccines. Milaya’s adoption fee is
Dean, Beau only $50.
Vanderhoek, and
Jasper Temple. Visit edsonanimalrescue.com
They were taking Sponsored by: for more information.
part in Evergreen CRYSTAL CLEAR ELECTRONICS
School’s ski Satellite TV sales, installs, service
program John’s cell 780-723-0147
January 11. Mon to Fri 8 am to 7 pm
THIS WEEK’S FEATURE
Mint Homes Ltd.
A bungalow for the city or country . A great looking bungalow. The false gables set on the
cottage roof, the wide trims & corners really make this home stand out. From the veranda
enter the dropped front entry and you will see how open this plan is. Step up into the living
room and on your right you have the dining room which features a trayed ceiling and a railing
to separate it from the dropped front entry. An open stairwell up against the kitchen wall
will take you to the basement. The uniquely designed kitchen features a walk-in pantry,
ample cabinet & counter space. A lunch bar is also available. The breakfast nook is open to
everything around it. A double garden door leads you out to the covered rear deck. The
family room has a gas fireplace with book shelves on each side. Next to the den there is a 2-
piece 2-piece bath. Across from the kitchen is the laundry/mudroom which gives access to
the 2-car garage. Next are 2 large bedrooms with a 3-piece bath between. The master
bedroom also has a double garden door leading out to the rear deck. A sitting area at the
rear of the room. His & Hers walk-in closets, a private toilet room is along the way to the 4-
piece ensuite. A custom 60" shower, corner spa tub & two sinks make this room perfect. A
plant ledge with a window adds natural lighting. The basement is undeveloped except for
the mechanical room. A double garden door will take you to the covered rear patio area and
than to the backyard. A great floor plan. Plan 2011597 Design@edesignsplans.ca
Member of National Home Warranty Program
Phone: 780-723-2330
Fax: 780-723-5068
Email: minthome@telusplanet.net
Consultation policy to replace Community Services Board
by Dana McArthur Community Services has an open door policy” council of meeting that have taken place. Mayor
pointing to the example of Tour of Alberta who Greg Pasychny raised concerns that a council
Edson's Community Services Director Jim approached him first and it was brought forward to member should be present at the meetings.
Desautels has been tasked with finding a council. Council members were welcome to attend the
replacement system for the Community Services Councillor Chouinard said, “Some people are consultation meetings Derricott said. “This is where Consultation policy to replace Community Services Board
Board that is being dissolved. uncomfortable with change, but this satisfies all the the new pay structure benefits. There is no additional
Desautels presented the new plan at the Committee concerns I had.” pay and no added cost to the municipality if
of the Whole meeting on January 12. “The plan will In regard to the open house Councillor Janet members of council want to attend.” But added
see direct consultation with individual partners with Wilkinson asked about the vulnerable population changes could be made at any time.
Community Services seven times a year.” being heard, “Could we meet people on their own The committee unanimously agreed to recommend
The consolations will take place in a tiered territory for a discussion?” the new policy replace the Community Services
approach with tier 1 consisting of user groups giving “If we look under tier 1 we can consult with any of Board.
examples like ice rink users groups, FCSS the user groups. We are always in constant
stakeholders, parks, and arts and culture consultation with agencies and partners,” said
stakeholders, etcetera. Tier 2 will be digital Desautels. Our beautiful Milaya is 7
consultations like online surveys and social media. “So this does meet the needs of the vulnerable, as years young. She is very
affectionate and loves to
Tier 3 will be quarterly meetings between Edson's not everyone is hooked up (to a computer). It's great talk. She’s attached
Community Services Director and Yellowhead to have these different opportunities for people,” herself to her foster dad
County's. Tier 4 will be a Community Services open said Wilkinson. and must always have at
house. CAO Mike Derricott added, “We can address and least one paw touching
It is believed this approach will give the broadest adapt to the needs of special groups. We can meet him.
opportunity for voices to be heard and give those more often to meet their needs.” He added this was a Milaya loves to sit in the
unable to attend an open house an opportunity to more direct approach by removing the middle and sunny window during the
express themselves. connecting direct with the vulnerable population. day to watch the birds at
Councillor Gean Chouinard asked that if a special Councillor Brian Boyce said, “I think this is very the feeder and in the late
interest group had a request would a special meeting satisfactory; it is a good communications policy.” evening she likes to play
be an option. Desautels said, “Absolutely, Derricott said that reports would be brought to with her toys.
She’s small, round, soft and affectionate ... and
Leading the way on although she seems to prefer the man of the
cross country skiis house, she would easily transition into any home
is Blair L’Hirondelle, willing to give her some love and a bit of a chat.
followed by Dylan She is good with cats and dogs, is sprayed and
Watson, Zander up to date on vaccines. Milaya’s adoption fee is
Dean, Beau only $50.
Vanderhoek, and
Jasper Temple. Visit edsonanimalrescue.com
They were taking Sponsored by: for more information.
part in Evergreen CRYSTAL CLEAR ELECTRONICS
School’s ski Satellite TV sales, installs, service
program John’s cell 780-723-0147
January 11. Mon to Fri 8 am to 7 pm
THIS WEEK’S FEATURE
Mint Homes Ltd.
A bungalow for the city or country . A great looking bungalow. The false gables set on the
cottage roof, the wide trims & corners really make this home stand out. From the veranda
enter the dropped front entry and you will see how open this plan is. Step up into the living
room and on your right you have the dining room which features a trayed ceiling and a railing
to separate it from the dropped front entry. An open stairwell up against the kitchen wall
will take you to the basement. The uniquely designed kitchen features a walk-in pantry,
ample cabinet & counter space. A lunch bar is also available. The breakfast nook is open to
everything around it. A double garden door leads you out to the covered rear deck. The
family room has a gas fireplace with book shelves on each side. Next to the den there is a 2-
piece 2-piece bath. Across from the kitchen is the laundry/mudroom which gives access to
the 2-car garage. Next are 2 large bedrooms with a 3-piece bath between. The master
bedroom also has a double garden door leading out to the rear deck. A sitting area at the
rear of the room. His & Hers walk-in closets, a private toilet room is along the way to the 4-
piece ensuite. A custom 60" shower, corner spa tub & two sinks make this room perfect. A
plant ledge with a window adds natural lighting. The basement is undeveloped except for
the mechanical room. A double garden door will take you to the covered rear patio area and
than to the backyard. A great floor plan. Plan 2011597 Design@edesignsplans.ca
Member of National Home Warranty Program
Phone: 780-723-2330
Fax: 780-723-5068
Email: minthome@telusplanet.net
