TOWN OF ALTONA
"You’re always welcome in Altona."

• Mayor’s Desk
• Public Notices
• Summer Playground Program
• Public Works
• Altona Police Service
• Sunflower Festival

• Council meetings on the third Tuesdays of July and August.
• Works & Operations on the first Wednesday of each month.
• Finance & Administration the third Wednesday of each month.
• Community & Social Development on the third Tuesday of each month.

Progress on the exhibition centre is continuing and we will be in possession of the plans shortly. Financial contributions are welcome at any time.

A delegation from Council and administration staff met with the Honourable Steve Ashton, Minister of Transportation and the Honourable Jean Friesen , Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs recently to discuss town issues. A request for support to urbanize Centre Avenue and Main Street were submitted to the Minister of Highways. There was good discussion held with Minister Friesen in reference to financial support of the Millennium Project including the exhibition centre and the trails system. Although we may not see immediate results, we are optimistic for financial support in the future.

With the summer months upon us we are nearing the end of July and the annual Sunflower Festival. We also want to take this time to welcome our delegation from Emerald, Australia (our sister city) to our festival. We look forward to this special time of the year where many visitors frequent our community. Have an enjoyable time at our festival!

In order to miss the July 31 rush you can mail in or drop off a cheque dated for July 31st, 2001 at the office before July 31st. Any payments received after July 31st will be subject to a Late Payment Charge of 1.25% per month.

The Town of Altona Administration Office and the Public Works Department will be CLOSED:

• Monday, August 6 in lieu of the Civic Holiday
• Monday, September 3 in lieu of Labour Day.

Regular office hours are Monday to Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Regular public works hours are Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

SUMMER PLAYGROUND PROGRAM

July 2 - August 17
Weekdays 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
At the Sunflower Gardens Arena
Cost: $8/day or $30/full week (does not include trips)
Children entering grades 1 thru 6 are welcome to attend
SWIMMING - CRAFTS - SPORTS CLINIC - GAMES - AND MORE!

Space is limited so please register your child in advance,
by calling the Altona Recreation Office

July Schedule   -   August Schedule

Parent Information:

Registration: Register your child for one day or one week, by calling the
Altona Recreation Office at 324-9005.

• For REGULAR DAYS, children must be registered at least one day in advance.
• For SPECIAL TRIPS, children must be registered at least three days in advance

ALL children must bring their swim suits every day in a backpack, to accommodate spontaneous swimming outings. Make sure your child comes dressed appropriately for outdoor play (hat, sun screen, proper shoes and clothing.)

Arena doors open at 9:00 am. Please pick up your child promptly at 3:30 pm.
Special Trips will only run if enough children sign up, and enough drivers / supervisors can be arranged.

The garbage pickup schedule for the Town of Altona is as follows:

• Southeast - Tuesday
• Northwest - Thursday
• Southwest - Wednesday
• Northeast - Friday

Garbage tags are available at the Town office if you have more than 2 bags per week. Please DO NOT store excess garbage on your property.

ATTENTION ALL PROPERTY OWNERS

The Town of Altona is requesting that all property owners (both vacant and developed lots) control the growth of weeds and grass on their properties on a regular basis. We wish to advise all property owners that they need to keep their properties in good order or the Town will hire a contractor to maintain the property at the owners expense.

The Altona Police Service will be running a Safe Cyclist and/or Roller Blader
Safety Program.

Any child CAUGHT using safe cycling and/or roller blading practices will be awarded a ticket. They will then be entered in a draw to win a bicycle or pair of roller blades.

This program is designed to enhance biking and blading safety within our community with adults setting the standard by showing good riding and blading practices.

This program begins July 2, 2001 and ends August 31, 2001.

Have a safe and enjoyable summer.

Get CAUGHT Obeying the rules of the road and you
could be a winner.

Applies to Kids 14 and under.
Instant prizes to be won.

ALL CYCLISTS:

• Please ride single on your bikes do not ride double.
• Obey the rules of the road. Remember a stop sign is a STOP sign.
• Helmets are highly recommended.
• Be sure lights are used if riding at night and reflectors are in good repair.
• Parents and other adults please set good examples for the youngsters.

MOTORISTS:

• Please be careful of pedestrians and cyclists out and about.
• When motorists are entering and exiting the park, pedestrians and cyclists have the right of way when they are on the trail.
• All motorized vehicle are prohibited from operating on any of the trail systems within the Town of Altona.

ROLLER BLADES AND SCOOTERS:

• Yield the right of way to pedestrians on sidewalks.
• If you must be on the street remember to face traffic, as close to the curb as possible.
• Travel in single file.
• Wear safety equipment.
• Avoid busy streets.

*Help prevent bicycle theft and purchase a license for your bike. Cost is $3, fully transferable to another bike and you never need to renew.*

The members of the Altona Police Service wish you a
safe and enjoyable summer.

COME AND JOIN THE FUN AT THE
MANITOBA SUNFLOWER FESTIVAL

Free Pancake Breakfasts (Friday & Saturday)
Free Stage Shows (throughout the weekend)
Motocross Racing
Gigantic Commercial & Agricultural Parade
Community Worship Service (in the Park)
Concerts in the Park
Horse Show
Farmer’s Market
Beach Volleyball Tournament
Free Heritage Demonstrations & Antique Tractors
Strongman Competition

Detailed brochures available at the Town Office and most local businesses or check the web at:

www.townofaltona.com/msf

Thank you to the 2000 Royalty for a job well done!

Best of luck to the 2001 queen constants!

NEW FOR THE 2001 FESTIVAL

Something New for the festival this year! A Craft and Tea House located just North East of the Pioneer Centre in the old school building. Come and check out the talents of our many local crafters or come and enjoy some homemade desserts and refreshments. The Craft & Tea House will be opened on Friday, July 27th from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m., Saturday, July 28th from 12:00  - 7:00 p.m. and Sunday, July 29th from 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

There's something for everyone
at the Sunflower Festival!