Ben Gunnlaugson

The council meeting involved the formal call to order and the adoption of the meeting agenda. Members reviewed items for potential conflicts of interest, and the council subsequently voted to adjourn the public session to move into an in camera meeting to review advice from officials and a third-party information item.

The council meeting addressed several operational and financial matters, including the installation of a new council member, the scheduling of participation in the smile cookie week, and the approval of the list of representation to committees and boards. Financial discussions focused on monthly accounts, specific software upgrades, and IT support expenses. The council also reviewed reports on maintenance projects, such as building inspections for a daycare, water fountain repairs at a local facility, and the procurement of athletic field materials. Additionally, the council reviewed updates on municipal government committee activities and pending applications for sports field maintenance.

This strategic plan outlines a series of goals focused on enhancing community relations, fostering economic growth, and ensuring responsible fiscal management. Key priorities include improving public and staff relations, attracting new residents and businesses, making new partnerships, and promoting transparency and accountability. The plan also emphasizes lessening the tax burden, promoting a healthy business climate, and upgrading infrastructure. Furthermore, it aims to complete significant projects such as the Indoor Aquatic Centre and Regional Landfill, revitalize the downtown area, and create a healthy and sustainable community through efficient staffing and operations.

The meeting addressed the adoption of the agenda for April 26, 2021. Key discussions involved approving a discretionary use application for a home-based clothing design business at 108 Fifth Avenue West and another for bookkeeping services at 118 4th Avenue West, both contingent on development standards compliance and obtaining a business license. The council awarded the dehumidifier project for the West Central Events Center to Luck Plumbing and Heating Plumbing Heating and Electric Ltd for \$143,437.00 plus applicable taxes. Funding allocations from the 2021 Spring intake of the Community Grant Program were approved for several local organizations, totaling \$6,750.00. Additionally, the council acknowledged the 2020 Drinking Water Quality and Compliance Report. They directed administration to execute a Community Airport Partnership Agreement with the Minister of Highways for runway lighting and pavement upgrades at the Kindersley Regional Airport. The list of accounts paid by the Town of Kindersley, totaling \$398,768.01, was accepted. Proclamations were made recognizing National Public Works Week (May 16-22) and a Day of Mourning for workers killed or injured in the workplace (April 28, 2021). Finally, the council proclaimed April 18-24, 2021, as National Volunteer Week. The meeting included transitions to and from confidential in-camera sessions, and the consent agenda, including reports from the Chamber of Commerce and Sask Water, was approved.

The council meeting included discussions and resolutions regarding various topics. The council adopted the agenda, adjourned to a confidential in-camera meeting, and later reconvened. They approved minutes from a previous meeting, adopted the town's operating and capital budget for 2022, and set the municipal property tax mill rate. Additionally, they supported a grant application for infrastructure improvements, accepted the list of accounts paid by the town, and conducted readings and approvals for multiple bylaws related to mill rate factors and minimum tax amounts. The council also proclaimed Canadian Royal Purple Week and Economic Development Week, encouraging residents to shop local. Finally, they approved the consent agenda, which included walking trail minutes, the RCMP policing report, and regional landfill board meeting minutes.