At the present time there is a need for additional daytime members to maintain sufficient firefighting capabilities. We can use both male and female fire fighters.

In addition to fire fighting operation, the department also serves as the landing team for the STARS Air Ambulance and as a rescue team at motor vehicle collisions within the district. The level of involvement as a volunteer is up to each fire department member. Some members choose to respond only to fires and others respond to fires as well as rescue incidents.

The department meets each Tuesday night at 7:30 p.m. at the Fire Hall. To join with the Fire Department, come to one of the meetings or contact one of the officers. For further information contact: District Chief Jeff Austman 306-252-2934; Deputy Chief Ken Remmen – 306-252-2767; Captain Gene Whitehead 306-252-2245.

Dog and Cat License - Fees are now due for 2015. Contact - Village Office. You can view the Animal Control Bylaw on the village web page which states the licensing fees and information. Please also be reminded that all dogs are required to be leashed at all times.

Building Permits are required for any structural construction, alteration, repair, renovation, placement or reconstruction of a building larger than 100 square feet or a deck. If a building is going to be removed, demolished or removed from one location and moved to another location, a demolition or removal permit is required. If you have any concerns whether a permit is required, please contact the village office at 306-252-2211.

Career Opportunity: The Village of Kenaston is currently accepting applications for the position of Water Treatment Backup Operator. The successful applicant will have a great work ethic, ability to work independently and as part of a team. Good public relations are essential. Duties and more info at www.kenaston.ca or contact the Village Office. (See More)

Recycling: Please do not bag or tie your recyclables except plastic bags and shredded paper. The Loraas truck is equipped with a sophisticated camera system that monitors cart contents. If carts contain unacceptable items Loraas will leave the carts curbside without dumping it. Plastic items must contain labels with any numbered arrow 1-7 symbol. All styrofoam is not accepted even if it has a recycle symbol on it. If there is any question of whether an item is recyclable, please see the residential services page (and printable PDF) or visit the village office to pick up a brochure on all items that are recyclable.

Kenaston Korner
Village Updates
by ML Whittles

YES!! Spring is once again upon us.

Council sat down Monday, March 30th to some serious budget deliberations. Priorities were discussed and established. A draft form of the proposed budget was completed. As a council, together with the Administrator, we will continue to work on the draft for presentation at the April 14 Council meeting.

We are all very aware of the urgent need for lots in order to fulfill the growing demand for development. Council has 'irons in the fire' so to speak, and as transactions are solidified, you will hear about them. Action on this front will take place over the course of the summer. Lots are not all that we need though, and it is time to begin the process of making changes and improvements. It will not happen over-night, but it has to START and by working together as a community we will succeed.

It has been brought to our attention that the roads are in bad need of gravel, some areas more than others. Gravel will be brought in this year and every year in a systematic and continual manner. A budget line moving forward.

There are another 50+ water meters waiting to find a home. As they are installed, the turn off valves on the street will be tested and replaced if necessary. Once these meters are all in, at least 2/3 of the village will have new meters and we will be able to make a more accurate determination as to how much they offset the $24K+ deficit the water service is running at present.

Sidewalks – many either have to be replaced, repaired, put in or taken out completely. Quotes are being requested and Council has budgeted for the restoration of the sidewalk from the Kenaston Hotel to Boehmer's Garage for this year. Moving forward, the sidewalks are being given a budget line. If we want to attract new people to our community – we need to be attractive.

Surprise!! The snow is gone and we have pot holes. They will be dealt with as usual, please be patient.

We have heard nothing but positive comments with respect to the recycle bins. I, for one, never realized how many recyclables I was throwing into the garbage Multiply that by 300 or so people and we can truly say we are doing our part.

With a strategic plan tied to a budget we can plan for the future and ensure that we are pro-active, opposed to stagnating.

We are here to work with you and for you.
Your Humble Servant  -  M.L. Whittles—Mayor

Group Insurance for your Business and Farm Employees

Special Program for farmers! If you operate a farm, large or small, look into the Group Insurance plan for employee benefits. Benefit programs help to retain employees.

Go to http://www.kenaston.ca/pages/chamber.htm and click the easy icon to request a quote.

Be sure to check out the on-line Kenaston Business Directory for a complete list of Kenaston businesses.  We keep this list updated as much as possible. Contact Glen if you would like a listing or business page.