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

Council Meetings in April

Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

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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, April 10Council Meeting 2 p.m.Council Open House 5:30 p.m.Public Hearings 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Tuesday, April 24Council Meeting 2 p.m.Council Open House 5:30 p.m.Budget Public Input Session 6 p.m. - 7 p.m.Public Hearings 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Strathcona scores #1 – twiceStrathcona County prides itself on its can-do spirit, quality of place and its deep-rooted values. We’re happy other people are taking notice of what we have to offer. In its 2012 ranking of 190 Canadian municipalities, Money Sense magazine placed Strathcona County at or near the top of the list in these categories:• #1 in Canada: Best place to raise children• #1 in Canada: Best place to find a job• #11 in Canada: Best place to live • www.strathcona.ca/edt 780-464-8095

Street sweeping begins mid-April Residential street sweeping in Sherwood Park will begin in the middle of April. Watch for signs in your neighbourhood. Remember to sweep your driveway and sidewalk of sand and debris. Remove vehicles, rubber driveway mats and other on-street obstructions to ensure a clean sweep. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100

Be FireSmartSpring and fall are high risk seasons for wildfire. By mitigating risks, there is less chance a wildfire will affect your property. We encourage rural residents to take the time to assess their property and reduce as many fire hazards and fuel sources as possible. Learn how to FireSmart your property today. • www.strathcona.ca/sces

Lighten your load to protect our roadsROAD BANS are in effect until June 1. Watch for signs!Transportation and Agriculture Services • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100 (24 hours) Enforcement Services: 780-449-0170

Love your dog, license your dog … Did you forget?Did you forget to renew your dog licence? Have you licensed your new dog yet? Dog licence renewal notices were mailed out in early March. The renewal deadline is March 31. A free “return to owner” is offered to each dog once per licence year. A current licence allows an enforcement officer to contact the owner to return the lost dog. It’s easy to purchase or renew a dog licence. • www.strathcona.ca/dogs 780-449-0170, press 2

Fundraising opportunity for non-profit groupStrathcona County is looking to partner with a local non-profit group to bag and sell compost. Two compost sale opportunities will be held in May; one at the Baseline Road Recycling Station and the other at a rural location to be determined. Approximately 90 per cent of the proceeds from the sale will go directly to the group. Check the County website for program and application details. The deadline to apply is April 16. • www.strathcona.ca/utilities 780-449-5514

Need help with your taxes?Volunteers will help income-qualified residents prepare their tax returns, and benefit and subsidy applications until the end of April. For more information, contact Strathcona County Family and Community Services—call us or go online. Call to book an appointment! (No drop-ins please.) • www.strathcona.ca/fcs 780-464-4044

High Five Awards are back!For a 5th year, children and youth are invited to honour an adult who has made a difference in their life. Anyone from kindergarten to Grade 12 can nominate their role model. Check online for details then come celebrate May 27 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. at Festival Place. • www.strathcona.ca/youth 780-464-4044

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

Council Committee Meetings780-464-8296

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.

Mayor’s State of the County AddressThis year’s annual Mayor’s State of the County Address will be held April 11, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Strathcona County Community Centre, 501 Festival Avenue, Sherwood Park. The luncheon is sponsored by the Sherwood Park and District Chamber of Commerce. Tickets are available for $30 per person in advance. Call Kara at the Chamber at 780-464-0801, admin@sherwoodparkchamber.com.

5-km run/walk supports victim servicesCome out to Broadmoor Lake Park in Sherwood Park on April 22 and support your local victim services unit as we raise awareness of victimization within our community. Find the details online. • www.strathcona.ca/victimservices 780-449-0153

Get prepared, Strathcona!April 22 - 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Strathcona County Community Centre. Learn how Strathcona County and its many partners are prepared to handle a disaster and what you can do to prepare your family for an emergency. Admission and underground parking is free during the event. • www.strathcona.ca/sces

Green Gardening WorkshopsEdible container gardening and compost workshop Learn what it takes to grow healthy food in containers or small spaces, and how to make use of garden and worm compost. April 3, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Succulents and compost workshop Learn which plants conserve water and how using compost can really green your garden. April 17, 7 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Workshops are held at Salisbury Greenhouse, 52337 Range Road 232. Registration is $10 per person per workshop, plus plant materials purchased. Register early; space is limited. Register online with Click-it. • www.strathcona.ca/recreation 780-467-7785 watersaver@strathcona.ca

Transit service for Easter weekend Strathcona County Transit Good Friday, April 6 and Easter Sunday, April 8 - no transit service April 7 - regular weekend serviceApril 9 - regular weekday service, no school service• www.strathcona.ca/transit 780-464-RIDE (7433)

Strathcona County Accessible Transportation (SCAT) Good Friday, April 6 - no service and dispatch closedApril 9 - regular SCAT service and dispatch closedTo travel with SCAT on April 9 or 10, call 780-449-9680 by 4:30 p.m. on April 5 • www.strathcona.ca/transit 780-449-9680

Water Well Workshop Attend a free workshop and learn what you can do to protect your well. The workshop will cover groundwater, water quality and quantity testing, protecting your well from contamination, basic well maintenance, and how to take a water sample. A light meal will be provided. Please provide your legal land description when you register. Register with Laura Hammer by April 11. The workshop will take place Wednesday, April 18; 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. at the Strathcona Wilderness Centre, 52535 Range Road 212. • laura.hammer@strathcona.ca 780-417-7132

Great Canadian Trade FairCheck out County displays at the Great Canadian Trade Fair and Sale at Millennium Place on April 13, 14 and 15. Learn more about the Ardrossan Recreation Complex open house; summer road construction; Integrated Transportation Master Plan; new retail, tourism and food producers; weed and pest control; community policing. • www.strathcona.ca www.sherwoodparkchamber.com

Catch a free shuttle to the trade fair April 14 and 15 at Strathcona Station, Bethel Drive • www.strathcona.ca/transit

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