Arborg

The meeting included discussions on the Kinsmen Building, the Interlake Weed Control District budget, and a request for funding from the Riverton Food Bank. Council addressed the 2019 Dutch Elm Disease Management Program grant, the 2020 assessment levy, and authorized attendance at the Association of Manitoba Municipalities' June District Meeting. Financial matters included the adoption of the December 31, 2019, financial statement, allocation of surplus funds, and approval of accounts for payment. Quotes for tree pruning were reviewed and accepted. A grant was approved for the Bifrost Agricultural Sustainability Initiative Co-op. The date of a Special Council Meeting was changed. The hiring of an Assistant Public Works Foreman was discussed, and a hiring committee was appointed.

The meeting included discussions and resolutions regarding the cancellation of authorized borrowing authority for street reconstruction and watermain renewal, a development agreement with Stanley Plett and Gerry Plett, and updates from the Chief Administrative Officer on various projects, including the Assisted Living BBQ Luncheon, asphalt crack sealing, and the WTP Construction Meeting. Councillors reported on WTP construction, PW Department activities, and street light outages. The Mayor reported on concerns regarding Rail Bridge graffiti and attendance at community events.

The council meeting addressed various topics, including the Urban Policing Grant, amended Water Rights Regulation, and an invitation to the Evergreen School Division Education Plan Update. Members were authorized to attend a Regional Roundtable Event. The council also discussed placing an ad in the Interlake Tourism Association's visitor's guide. Financial matters were reviewed, including the October 2019 financial statement and approval of accounts for payment. Council made appointments for 2019/2020, including Deputy Mayor and chairpersons to committees. The council also discussed the retirement of the Chief Administrative Officer and the recruitment process for a replacement. Additionally, there was discussion regarding a Development Incentive Program and an insurance claim.

The meeting covered topics such as sewer line flushing, audit services for a three-year term, and a proposal from the Interlake Outdoors Show. The CAO reported on website upgrades, an upcoming by-election, and attendance at various meetings. Council members reported on the Interlake Outdoors Show, ball diamond upgrades, public works operations, and ITA. Additionally, the council discussed and addressed a number of administrative and operational matters.

The council meeting included discussions and decisions on various topics, such as sponsorship for the Keystone Cup, plans for the Arborg Ag Society, and a letter of support for the Community Festivals Grant application. The council also discussed the 2017 Flood Preparedness Seminar, Gimli and Arborg Detachment Policing Priorities 2017-18, and a Letter of Understanding with the RCMP. Additionally, there were discussions on the proclamation of March 2017 as Nutrition Month, the allocation of surplus funds, and By-laws related to the Personal Care Home Building Fund Reserve and Watermain Renewal.