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TOWN OF ALTONA
"You’re always welcome in Altona." |
September 8, 2003
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Special points of interest...
- Council meeting's second & fourth Tuesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.
- Works & Operations on the first Tuesday of each month.
- Finance & Administration the third Monday of each month.
- Community & Social Development on the Third Tuesday of the month.
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"Altona, an attractive, safe, caring, progressive community
which provides cultural, recreational and educational services for
all ages and is capable of providing employment
and entrepreneurial opportunities."
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| Mayor’s Desk |
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The weekend of August 22 – 24 was an eventful one as we hosed the “AA” Western Canada Baseball Championships for the PeeWees, Bantams & Midgets in our town. The weather cooperated and the events rolled out as smooth as clockwork. Visitors from the three Western Provinces were duly impressed with our Town and its baseball aquatic and recreational facilities BUT they were quite audible in their praise for our group of 70 plus yellow shirted volunteers that were constantly seen preparing baseball diamonds, doing the announcements and scorekeeping, working the food booths, hosting the teams and parents and manning the various headquarters. A fitting tribute was also held in honor of Gerry Rempel, a former “Builder” of minor baseball in Altona who died several years ago. An umpire’s comment to me summed up the weekend when he stated “That was a Class A performance by your group. Go for the Canadians in the next few years”.
Thanks to Menno H. Friesen, Ken Wiebe, their executive committee, the Town staff and the yellow shirted volunteers for going beyond the call of duty and demonstrating what this Town is capable of when we all work together.
Next on the horizon is the official opening of our Millennium Exhibition Centre. You are well aware of the opening date and the events that are planned for the “Grand Opening”. As we celebrate this big event for the Town and the surrounding community, let’s remember that this is to be an everyday meeting place for all ages of our residents. It does house a curling facility and an arena but it is much more than that. This complex also has facilities that accommodate: a running/walking track, a short court, multi-use fitness area and an arcade. Meeting & craft rooms have been added to allow local groups such as: artists, quilters, or other such groups to have space to exhibit their gifts. Remember to keep the date of Saturday, September 13th open so that you can help the Town celebrate this great event.
Mayor Mel Klassen
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| Councillor’s Corner |
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As I’m writing this note I have just changed the calendar to September, and I’m wondering where the summer has gone. My family and I have had a busy, enjoyable summer filled with camping and various outings. With all the spring rains we had I thought the mosquito population would take over any outdoor activities in town. But with the province and the town getting together to start a larvicide program we hope that in the future we can have less of the pesky insects in our area.
As I reflect on the summer I have come to realize that the volunteers of this community have also had a very busy summer.
I would like to thank everyone that participated in the Communities in Bloom program, all those that made the Sunflower Festival another outstanding event, and the many people that brought the Western Canadian Baseball Championships to our town.
I would also like to thank the Millennium Exhibition Centre grand opening committee for their time spent planning this fun-filled day. I would like to extend an invitation to everyone to come out and celebrate the Grand Opening of this wonderful facility that will be utilized by many generations to come. Please join us on Saturday, September 13th.
Councillor Brad Dueck
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| Altona Police Service |
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Pedestrians & Cyclists
Pedestrians and cyclists please take proper precautions when entering intersections and crossing streets. Be sure that the driver of motor vehicle has seen you before you proceed. All drivers scan the road ahead of them, on the lookout for pedestrians.
Pedestrians use the sidewalks whenever possible and dress in light coloured clothing after dark. If you must use the roadway please walk on the left hand side facing traffic.
Consider Becoming a Block Parent
The program involves filling out some forms and then you simply put the Block Parent sign in the window when you are home just in case a child or senior is in need of help and requires some assistance from you. Register at the Altona Police Service office.
Hours are from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m., Monday-Friday.
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| Altona Library Hot Off The Press |
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NEW! Fiction
| From the Branch Librarians Desk! Mrs. Shelly Tyler
Fall is here once again, right on time. It’s time to put away all the beach towels and sunscreen and start thinking about canning, preserving and getting the kids back to school! Your local library is just the place to find information on everything from fall planting to tips on making the perfect school lunches. Please drop by and check out our Art display compliments of the Pembina Valley Juried Art Show.
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- Homo Benevolens by Betty Baldry
- Like Silk by Mary Lynn Baxter
- Best Kept Secrets by Sandra Brown
- The Crystal City by Orson Scott Card
- Summer’s Child by Diane Chamberlain
- The Quilter’s Legacy by Jennifer Chiaverini
- Teeth of the Tiger by Tom Clancy
- Hollywood Divorces by Jackie Collins
- Blow Fly by Patricia Cornwell
- Holly by Jude Devereaux
- “K” is for Killer by Sue Grafton
- Sense of Evil by Kay Hooper
NEW! Non-Fiction
- Family Fun Birthday Cakes
- Mayo Clinic Family Health Book
- How to Reduce the Tax You Pay
- Getting Real with Dr. Phil
- Secrets of the Baby Whisperer
- William: the People’s Prince
- The Skinny on Fat
- Haunted Houses
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| Recreation Department |
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The Aquatic Centre has closed for the season. 
Thank you to the Aquatic Centre staff for a good season!
The Altona & Area Recreation Office is looking for an individual or business to run the canteen for the 2004 season. If you are interested or require information please contact Ron Epp at 324-9005.
New Activities At The Millennium Exhibition Centre!
- Shuffle Board
- Floor Curling
- Short Court
- Giant Floor Chess & Checkers
- Carpet Bowling
Join us for the Grand Opening of the new centre on September 13th!
Fall & Winter Recreation Programs
See this years programs online here: 2003 Fall & Winter Programs
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