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County considers Election Sign
bylaw due to resident complaints
by Cassie Kushniruk Under this bylaw, candidates who fail to Councillor Anthony Giezen commented, "In
remove their election signs within 72 hours after general I support this; however, I think this is
Following the past by-election for Yellowhead an election would be charged a penalty of $100 kind of the anomaly election. Generally people
County Mayor, the County received a number of per sign. Additionally, candidates would also be are pretty respectful of picking up their signs."
negative repercussions as a great number of charged the same fine for erecting an election "I don't think this should be the focus; I think
election signs remained on roadsides throughout sign that interferes with safe pedestrian traffic, we should be focused on what the candidates are
the County well into spring. placing an election sign on roadway, using putting forward," Giezen added.
Based on the number of complaints and not Yellowhead County's logo on an election sign, Mayor Jim Eglinski asked if this bylaw would
having the proper tools to enforce sign and more. only apply to election signs that are standing, as
collection, Council discussed the possibility of During the discussion period amongst in the past wind has knocked election signs into
implementing an Election Sign Bylaw during Council, Councillor Sandra Cherniawsky asked, nearby ditches. Ramme replied, "We'll always
their May 19 Governance and Priorities meeting. "Can this include signs and sign debris? Some of use common sense in our approach. What we're
According to CAO Jack Ramme, the Election the construction materials for some of the signs trying to do is to get candidates to be responsible
Sign Bylaw outlines the rules for election signs were just left in the ditch." CAO Jack Ramme and mark their locations so they have a good
in the municipality on County roadways and replied that this would be "a bit of a stretch". chance of finding where they placed [all their
provides some enforcement measures. "In Councillor Shawn Berry asked if this bylaw signs]."
T he Weekly ANCHOR essence, signs cannot be placed prior to would also apply to both provincial and federal Council meeting for final discussion and
This item will be brought forward to a future
Nomination Day and must be collected within 72 elections, to which Ramme responded, "Only to
Faith hours of the closing of the polls," he explained. [signs located] on County roads." for monthly meetings see our classified page
approval.
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hat’s happening, when and where in the community -
COMMUNITY EVENTS virus threat has subsided. Please contact event organizers.
*Some dates may be tentative until the COVID-19
May 27: Parents/caregivers with children ages 0-18 contact 780-723-4338 or sarahm@edson.ca. Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Call
are invited to the Edson Friendship Centre for the Edson Teddy Bear Hunt: If you would like to 780-723-4403 or 780-723-8616 to receive
'Circle of Security' parenting group, which will take participate, simply place a stuffed bear in a window information on how to complete your taxes at this
place from 10 am to 11:30 am. Circle of Security of your home so when families go for car rides or time. This service is free to those who qualify. For
assists parents to look beyond their child's behavior walks during quarantine/self-isolation, they can hunt more information, call Town of Edson Community
and focus on the relationships that support children for bears! A downloadable Teddy Bear Hunt Services at 780-723-4403.
to feel secure in the world. This is a free parenting coloring sheet is also available at FCSS Senior Focus Bag: Activity and mental
group and there will be a maximum of 8 edson.ca/public/download/files/112003. wellness bags designed for Edson seniors ages 60+
participants. No childcare can be provided. Social Eddie's Nutty Challenge: Starting April 20, the are available for pick up. These bags include
distancing protocols will be practiced. To register, Town of Edson is challenging residents to make activities, resources, and more. If you are a senior
contact Anna at 780-517-8200 or some great memories during this time at home with and would like access to a Senior Focus Bag or
annaskin@telus.net. the help of mascot Eddie the Squirrel. Every know a senior that would like one, visit
May 26: Join the Edson & District Community Monday and Thursday go to the Town of Edson https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2GBX8C9 or
Learning Society on Facebook live for a 'Becoming Community Service's social media page to see what phone 780-723-8616. Register by May 14. Spots are
a Permanent Resident' information session at 1 pm. Eddie is up to (he will post two challenges a week). limited, first come, first serve.
Email raelene@edsonlearning.ca for more Complete the challenge and post your video or FCSS Youth Bags: Free activity bags for youth ages
information. Everyone is welcome. photo in the comments under each challenge post. 7-13 are available to help you through tough times.
FCSS Bag of Fun: Looking for fun things to do For every challenge you submit you will get one Bags will be delivered the Tuesday following the
with your children? FCSS will deliver you a Bag of entry into the prize draw. Draws will be done every order. Door step drop-off only; in-town delivery
Fun for free! Each week FCSS will have themed Monday. only. County residents must be able to pick up
bags for children ages 1-6. Bags will be delivered on Preschool Prep for Parents: The Edson & District Tuesday between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm at the FCSS
Tuesdays. Door step drop off only; in-town delivery Community Learning Society invites you to join Family Centre. To receive this week's youth bag,
only. County residents must be able to pick up them for some tips on preparing your children for input your information at
Tuesday between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm at the FCSS preschool or kindergarten. Sessions will be held on https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2H5G5GN. For
Family Centre. One bag per family. To receive this Zoom on Wednesdays from 11 am to 11:30 am. For more information, phone 780-723-4338 or email
week's bag, please input your information at more information, contact sarahm@edson.ca.
research.net/r/ZS6FY85. For more information, Josephine@edsonlearning.ca for more information.
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County considers Election Sign
bylaw due to resident complaints
by Cassie Kushniruk Under this bylaw, candidates who fail to Councillor Anthony Giezen commented, "In
remove their election signs within 72 hours after general I support this; however, I think this is
Following the past by-election for Yellowhead an election would be charged a penalty of $100 kind of the anomaly election. Generally people
County Mayor, the County received a number of per sign. Additionally, candidates would also be are pretty respectful of picking up their signs."
negative repercussions as a great number of charged the same fine for erecting an election "I don't think this should be the focus; I think
election signs remained on roadsides throughout sign that interferes with safe pedestrian traffic, we should be focused on what the candidates are
the County well into spring. placing an election sign on roadway, using putting forward," Giezen added.
Based on the number of complaints and not Yellowhead County's logo on an election sign, Mayor Jim Eglinski asked if this bylaw would
having the proper tools to enforce sign and more. only apply to election signs that are standing, as
collection, Council discussed the possibility of During the discussion period amongst in the past wind has knocked election signs into
implementing an Election Sign Bylaw during Council, Councillor Sandra Cherniawsky asked, nearby ditches. Ramme replied, "We'll always
their May 19 Governance and Priorities meeting. "Can this include signs and sign debris? Some of use common sense in our approach. What we're
According to CAO Jack Ramme, the Election the construction materials for some of the signs trying to do is to get candidates to be responsible
Sign Bylaw outlines the rules for election signs were just left in the ditch." CAO Jack Ramme and mark their locations so they have a good
in the municipality on County roadways and replied that this would be "a bit of a stretch". chance of finding where they placed [all their
provides some enforcement measures. "In Councillor Shawn Berry asked if this bylaw signs]."
T he Weekly ANCHOR essence, signs cannot be placed prior to would also apply to both provincial and federal Council meeting for final discussion and
This item will be brought forward to a future
Nomination Day and must be collected within 72 elections, to which Ramme responded, "Only to
Faith hours of the closing of the polls," he explained. [signs located] on County roads." for monthly meetings see our classified page
approval.
w
hat’s happening, when and where in the community -
COMMUNITY EVENTS virus threat has subsided. Please contact event organizers.
*Some dates may be tentative until the COVID-19
May 27: Parents/caregivers with children ages 0-18 contact 780-723-4338 or sarahm@edson.ca. Community Volunteer Income Tax Program: Call
are invited to the Edson Friendship Centre for the Edson Teddy Bear Hunt: If you would like to 780-723-4403 or 780-723-8616 to receive
'Circle of Security' parenting group, which will take participate, simply place a stuffed bear in a window information on how to complete your taxes at this
place from 10 am to 11:30 am. Circle of Security of your home so when families go for car rides or time. This service is free to those who qualify. For
assists parents to look beyond their child's behavior walks during quarantine/self-isolation, they can hunt more information, call Town of Edson Community
and focus on the relationships that support children for bears! A downloadable Teddy Bear Hunt Services at 780-723-4403.
to feel secure in the world. This is a free parenting coloring sheet is also available at FCSS Senior Focus Bag: Activity and mental
group and there will be a maximum of 8 edson.ca/public/download/files/112003. wellness bags designed for Edson seniors ages 60+
participants. No childcare can be provided. Social Eddie's Nutty Challenge: Starting April 20, the are available for pick up. These bags include
distancing protocols will be practiced. To register, Town of Edson is challenging residents to make activities, resources, and more. If you are a senior
contact Anna at 780-517-8200 or some great memories during this time at home with and would like access to a Senior Focus Bag or
annaskin@telus.net. the help of mascot Eddie the Squirrel. Every know a senior that would like one, visit
May 26: Join the Edson & District Community Monday and Thursday go to the Town of Edson https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2GBX8C9 or
Learning Society on Facebook live for a 'Becoming Community Service's social media page to see what phone 780-723-8616. Register by May 14. Spots are
a Permanent Resident' information session at 1 pm. Eddie is up to (he will post two challenges a week). limited, first come, first serve.
Email raelene@edsonlearning.ca for more Complete the challenge and post your video or FCSS Youth Bags: Free activity bags for youth ages
information. Everyone is welcome. photo in the comments under each challenge post. 7-13 are available to help you through tough times.
FCSS Bag of Fun: Looking for fun things to do For every challenge you submit you will get one Bags will be delivered the Tuesday following the
with your children? FCSS will deliver you a Bag of entry into the prize draw. Draws will be done every order. Door step drop-off only; in-town delivery
Fun for free! Each week FCSS will have themed Monday. only. County residents must be able to pick up
bags for children ages 1-6. Bags will be delivered on Preschool Prep for Parents: The Edson & District Tuesday between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm at the FCSS
Tuesdays. Door step drop off only; in-town delivery Community Learning Society invites you to join Family Centre. To receive this week's youth bag,
only. County residents must be able to pick up them for some tips on preparing your children for input your information at
Tuesday between 8:30 am and 3:30 pm at the FCSS preschool or kindergarten. Sessions will be held on https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2H5G5GN. For
Family Centre. One bag per family. To receive this Zoom on Wednesdays from 11 am to 11:30 am. For more information, phone 780-723-4338 or email
week's bag, please input your information at more information, contact sarahm@edson.ca.
research.net/r/ZS6FY85. For more information, Josephine@edsonlearning.ca for more information.
W
We are proud to support community eventse are proud to support community events Community Event Supporterommunity Event Supporter
C
Braund’s
Braund’s
Independent Grocers
Independent Grocers
Store Hours:
Store Hours:
7 am - 10 pm, 7 days a week
7 am - 10 pm, 7 days a week
780-723-4233 4735-3 Avenue, Edson, AB 4
4431 4 Avenue, Edson, AB431 4 Avenue, Edson, AB
W
25
25 PHONE: We are proud to support community eventse are proud to support community events
Years of Service
Years of Service
SALES REP.
ANCHOR 5040 3 AVE,
THE WEEKLY Common 780.723.5787
Fax: 780.723.5725
Sue-Ann
WWW.WEEKLYANCHOR.COM
ANCHORWK@TELUSPLANET.NET
BOX 6870
AWNA MEMBER NEWSPAPER
EDSON, AB
T7E 1V2
