A strategy is in the works to address sidewalks and trails in Bonnyville.
During their regular meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 22, Bonnyville town council tasked administration with developing a plan to get feedback on sidewalks.
Coun. Chad Colbourne brought the conversation to the table regarding the stretch of Hwy. 28 from 44 St. to 37 St. (the Bonnyville and District Centennial Centre to 7-Eleven).
"I just think we should really look into what we're going to do to get access into the C2," Colbourne said. "Especially with our new direction over at the C2 being the hub of the community, there isn't any access getting into the C2 along the sidewalk to get over there."
For pedestrians walking along the stretch of Hwy. 28, concerns have been raised about a lack of sidewalks and the speed increase in the area.
Since the area in question runs along the highway, Coun. Elisa Brosseau noted a "long-range plan" should be discussed as the province would be involved.
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Council waives curling rink fees for Alberta 55-plus games
After sending a letter of support to the City of Cold Lake ahead of the Alberta 55-plus Winter Games, council agreed to provide the funding to cover the costs of the events happening at the Bonnyville Curling Club.
"I think having the (55-plus Games) in the Lakeland gives us some great exposure, and having them come to Bonnyville and being a part of that, I don't see why we wouldn't," expressed Colbourne.
The city requested a grant to cover the rental fees for the facility, which would come in at just under $2,000 for three days worth of rentals.
Waterline payments come through
The town received $17-million in grant payments from Alberta Transportation for the regional waterline.
The third advancement for the Regional Waterline Supply System project came in at $182,403, and is intended to assist with the detailed design and construction, while $13.6-million will go to the Cold Lake Regional Utilities Services Commission for the Regional Water Supply System Extension project.
Finally, the first payment intended to assist with the Cold Lake and Bonnyville waterline and Cold Lake First Nations Share project came in at $3.2-million.
According to CAO Mark Power, the payments are expected to be electronically transferred to the town within the week.
Walking a mile in her shoes
In support of the Dr. Margaret Savage Crisis Centre's 'Walk a Mile in Her Shoes' fundraiser, members of council, along with town employees, have volunteered to participate.
Colbourne, Sobolewski, BRFA fire chief Jay Melvin, and town peace officer Shaz Khan will be strutting their stuff in red heels during the event.
"It's a very worthy cause," noted Sobolewski, adding those involved will have sore calves afterwards.
A ceremonial puck drop will happen before the Bonnyville Jr. A Pontiacs game on Friday, March 1. All proceeds raised will go toward the Dr. Margaret Savage Crisis Centre community support program in Bonnyville.
