The MD of Bonnyville approved $6,200 in funding for a pilot rural cat spay and neuter program.
During their regular council meeting on Wednesday, Chris Garner, director of public safety for the municipality, explained the new program coming to the area.
Concerned MD resident Silke Skinner is spearheading the rural cat spay and neuter program, which is expected to kick-off this spring.
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Taking out the Moose Lake weir
Council approved the request to Alberta Environment for the removal of the Moose Lake weir, with the option of removing beaver dams causing flooding or flowing issues in the future.
The decision follows a meeting with Alberta Environment, where they gave the MD four options for fixing the flooding issues at Moose Lake.
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Industrial businesses receive tax break
After catching wind they would be receiving an additional $4.4-million through their annual industrial assessments, the MD of Bonnyville has decided to use the extra funding to give their non-residential properties a bit of a tax break.
In particular, they were focusing on the mill rate for industrial businesses.
Council agreed to start the process of closing the gap between the non-residential and residential mill rates for 2018.
"The MD has an opportunity to be a shining star," said Reeve Greg Sawchuk about reducing the rate.
Most of council was in favour of reducing the mill rate from 15.5 to 15 for 2018, however Sawchuk voted against, wishing to see more of a reduction.
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Recreational needs assessment
The MD is reviewing the recreational needs of the municipality through open houses and surveys.
They will be seeking the public's feedback on what they believe the area is lacking in terms of recreational services.
Glendon Agricultural Society gets a boost
The Glendon Ag Society requested a bump in their annual operating grant from the MD.
This year, they were hoping to receive $150,000 from the municipality, an increase of about $130,000 annually.
Council agreed to add to their annual grant in order to assist with the cost of operations at the Glendon Arena.
Beaver River Drainage Plan and the residential have compensation option
Council voted in-favour of creating a $50,000 compensation plan for residents impacted by the Beaver River Drainage Plan set in motion by the MD, which could cause flooding issues for residents in the affected area.
The MD hosted an open house, and have discussed their plan with residents who may be impacted.
