Baildon Rural Municipality No. 131

The council discussed and addressed various administrative and operational items, including the approval of financial accounts and payroll, and the decision not to fill a vacant council seat until the next election. Council members expressed support for several petitions to the Legislative Assembly regarding CFIA interventions, agricultural concerns, and the strengthening of property rights. Additionally, the council approved an increase to the Co-op cardlock credit limit, authorized participation in future SARM procurements, appointed delegates for boards and committees, and renewed insurance policies. The meeting also included updates from the administration and maintenance departments, encompassing equipment maintenance, asset management, and project status reports.

The council meeting addressed a variety of administrative and operational matters. Key topics included going in-camera to discuss legal issues, authorizing tax enforcement proceedings through the Taxervice engagement letter, and approving various procurements such as dust control services, custom mowing, and equipment purchases. The council also approved payroll, financial statements, bank reconciliations, and a donation to the STARS organization. Furthermore, the meeting involved a review of administrator and maintenance reports, covering ongoing projects like infrastructure grants, shop building, and equipment training. Finally, the council addressed specific correspondence and planning for upcoming meetings.

The council authorized payments for accounts and payroll, and approved an engagement letter with Taxervice Inc. to manage tax arrears recovery for a three-year term. Financial statements from the 2025 audit were approved. The council set conditions for Hydrovac operations in the municipality, including road maintenance agreements and damage deposits. Procurement plans were initiated for ditch mowing, a side arm mower, a tractor, and a storage shed. Reports were presented concerning ongoing road maintenance, facility improvements, and staff training activities.

The meeting included discussions and reports from various divisions regarding grader problems, road conditions, and the shooting of signs. Council discussed the purchase of a rock picker, concerns about operators not moving over for loaded trucks, and fires in Division 4. There were inquiries about the RM water supply and discussions on boundary roads. The council also received a verbal report from the Employee Committee and approved a schedule for salaried employee wages. Delegations were heard from Boole Integration and RJ Electric regarding a new well and water system upgrades, and from Don Fox regarding the effects of a new well on the current water supply. Willy Knoerle from Fort Distributors discussed the installation of a tank for dust control product storage. Other topics included a Water Security Application for a water permit, donations to Claybank Brick & Beef and Gene Ward, and projects under RIRG for road construction and culvert programs. The meeting also covered the Administrator's report, maintenance updates, discretionary use permits, and correspondence.

The council meeting included discussions on various topics such as cancelling an outstanding bill from a collection agency, approving accounts for payment, accepting payroll and council indemnity, and reviewing bank reconciliation and financial activity reports. The Administrator, Maintenance, and Weed Inspectors' reports were accepted. The council addressed multiple development permits, applications for funding through the FARM AND RANCH WATER INFRASTRUCTURE PROGRAM (FRWIP), and approved the Fidelity Bond Insurance for 2025. Additionally, they accepted a quote for well digging, supported the concept of a Regional Solid Waste Facility, and discussed a resolution on Regional Solid Waste Facilities. The council also agreed to enter into an agreement with the City of Moose Jaw for Fire Protection and Rescue Services, registered attendees for the 2025 SARM midterm convention, supported a resolution for an Alternative Energy Projects Cleanup Fund, and approved a tax abatement. Finally, the next regular council meeting was scheduled.