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From Meadows to Mountains
Greenview, Alberta
May/June 2015
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Highlights
Meet Your Councillors....................................2
2015 Greenview Roadside
Reeve’s Message...........................................3
Vegetation Control......................................13
Events..............................................................4
BSE Surveillance............................................14
Planning & Development..............................5
Fire Advisory in Effect...................................15
Recreation Services.......................................6
Council Meeting Highlights.........................16
Protective Services.........................................8
2015 Property & Tax Assessment Notice....18
2015 Green View FCSS Annual
Weed Inspections to Begin.........................18
Volunteer Appreciation...............................10
Landfill & Transfer Station Hours..................19
AAMDC 2015 Scholarship Program............12
Greenview Donates Fire Truck....................20
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Cell:780.827.6401
Email: George.Delorme@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Reeve Dale Gervais
WARD 2, Little Smoky
Cell:780.524.7714
Email: Dale.Gervais@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Councillor Leslie Urness
WARD 3, Valleyview
Home:780.524.4036
Cell:780.524.8477
Email: Les.Urness@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Councillor Dave Hay
WARD 4, Sunset House
Cell:780.558.9163
Email:
Dave.Hay@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Cover Photo by Christine Schlief, Two Lakes
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Operations Building:
4802 - 36 Ave., Box 1079
Valleyview, AB. T0H 3N0
Ph. 780.524.7602
Fax 780.524.5237
Engineering &
Environmental Services:
4806 - 36 Ave., Box 1079
Valleyview, AB. T0H 3N0
Ph. 780.524.7600
Fax 780.524.4432
Family & Community
Support Services:
4707 - 50 Street Box 1079
Valleyview, AB. T0H 3N0
Ph. 780.524.7603
Fax 780.524.4130
Meet Your Councillors
Councillor George Delorme
WARD 1, Grande Cache
Administration Building:
4806 - 36 Ave. Box 1079
Valleyview, AB. T0H 3N0
Ph. 780.524.7600
Fax 780.524.4307
Councillor Dale Smith
WARD 5, New Fish Creek
Home:780.524.2790
Cell:780.558.9337
Email:
Dale.Smith@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Councillor Tom Burton
WARD 6, DeBolt
Home:780.957.3601
Cell:780.512.1558
Email:
Tom.Burton@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Councillor Roxie Rutt
WARD 7, Crooked Creek
Cell:780.558.9640
Email:
Roxie.Rutt@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Councillor Bill Smith
WARD 8, Grovedale
Home:780.831.9533
Cell:587.343.5463
Email:
Bill.Smith@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Grovedale Sub-Office:
Lot 9, Block 1, Plan 0728786,
Box 404
Grovedale, AB. T0H 1X0
Ph. 780.539.7337
Fax 780.539.7711
Grande Cache Sub-Office
(Eagle’s Nest Hall):
10028 - 99 St., Box 214
Grande Cache, AB. T0E 0Y0
Ph. 780.827.5155
Fax 780.827.5143
Office hours
8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Please note that all of our
offices are closed from
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. daily.
Reeve’s Message
This spring and summer I encourage you
to Get to Know Greenview – experience
the wealth of recreation opportunities
and community events that our hamlets
and urban partners have to offer. With a
municipality that is as vast as ours, there
is always more to discover. Greenview
will kick off the summer season with our
15th Annual Memorial Golf Tournament
on June 12, 2015 at the Grovedale
Golf & Country Club, and continue our community outreach with our
ratepayer barbeques throughout the month of June and July (see Events
on pg 4). No matter where you are in the municipality, I encourage you
to share your experiences with us by sending in your photos and stories to
m2m@mdgreenview.ab.ca or engaging with us on Twitter @mdgreenview16.
We are an active supporter of regional community development,
providing funding of $2.58 million to each of the Towns of Valleyview,
Fox Creek and Grande Cache this year. We also provide operational and
capital support to community halls and have recreation agreements in
place to support swimming pools, recreation boards, arenas and curling
rinks to name a few. Greenview also maintains four main recreation sites,
with long term plans to expand our available campgrounds, day use
sites, trails and outdoor areas in conjunction with community input and
information received through the Recreation Inventory project which
begins this summer.
Construction is expected to begin in Fall 2015. This is an exciting time for
Greenview as we move forward with further recreational opportunities in
collaboration with the Towns of Fox Creek and Grande Cache.
To address concerns brought forward by the Agricultural Services
Board, farmers and residents, the MD of Greenview brought forward a
resolution on elk management at the Spring AAMDC Convention. The
proposal was developed with a regional perspective in mind and will be
brought forward to the Minister of Environment and Sustainable Resource
Development by AAMDC. Council has received a further request from
residents to look into the issues surrounding elk in our municipality and we
will be providing an opportunity for interested parties to come together
for discussion. Stay tuned to our website for more details.
As always, don’t hesitate to contact myself or your local Councillor to
share your thoughts on how we are doing. I look forward to seeing you at
our community events this summer.
Reeve Dale Gervais
The Valleyview Multiplex Community Update took place on May 6,
2015 with Atb Architects providing the public an opportunity to see the
schematic designs. The designs have been developed with input from the
Multiplex Planning Committee over the course of the past year, integrating
suggestions from the public survey which was administered last summer.
Grovedale Community Club & Agricultural Society Job Opportunities
Now Hiring
Booking Ice Rentals
Grovedale Arena Caretaker
The Grovedale Community Club and
Agricultural Society is currently seeking
someone for booking of ice rentals for
the 15/16 seasons. This person must be
self-motivated with excellent people skills.
Duties include (but not limited to):
Applicant must be self-motivated. Duties
include (but not limited to):
•Making schedule and booking of ice time.
•Caretaker of the front lobby, dressing
rooms, washrooms.
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Collecting ice rental fees. Making
deposits ready for the Treasurer.
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Reporting to the Board of Directors
monthly.
•Ice Making (training will be provided).
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Operating Zambonie (training will be
provided).
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Keeping all sidewalks and doorways
cleared of snow.
Wages will be determined by experience
and knowledge of the position. Resumes
can be sent to:
Box 146
Grovedale, AB
T0H 1X0
or email gdalecommunityclub@gmail.com
Applications will
May 30, 2015.
be
accepted
Greenview, Alberta
until
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Events
Upcoming Meeting Dates
Regular Council Meetings
May 12, 26 and June 9 and 23
Committee of the Whole
May 19 and June 16. The June meeting will be held at
Eagle’s Nest Hall in Grande Cache.
Municipal Planning Commission
May 13 and June 10
Green View FCSS
May 20 and June 17. FCSS meetings take place at the
Green View Community Resource Centre.
Agricultural Services Board (ASB)
May 24 and June 29
Greenview Memorial Golf Tournament
June 12, 2015 at Grovedale Golf and Country Club
Unless otherwise specified, all meetings take place in the Council
Chambers at the Administration Building in Valleyview beginning
at 9:00 am. ASB and FCSS meetings begin at 9:30 a.m. The public
and media are welcome to attend or observe our Council
Chambers live stream via the internet. To view our live feed
please visit our website at www.mdgreenview.ab.ca and click
on the Live Stream link.
Job Opportunities at the
Ridgevalley Arena
NOW HIRING FOR THE 2015/16 SEASON
Current positions available:
Icemaker/Caretaker
Looking for an individual with great public relations,
customer service, supervisory and problem solving skills,
organizational and time management skills. Knowledge
of basic carpentry, small motor repairs, plumbing,
heating and electrical skills would be an asset.
Concession
Applicants must hold (within the last 5 years) or obtain
a food safe certificate, have great customer service
skills and work well with others.
Janitor
Looking for someone who is willing to work as a team
and has some basic custodial experience.
For a more info on these positions, please email
rv.arena@outlook.com or call Laura @ 780 957 2835
Career Opportunities
Agriculture Services Events
Weed Information Sessions with Nicole Kimmel
This session will cover invasive plant species and why
they are or may be listed in the Weed Control Act of
Alberta.
•June 9, 2015 in Grovedale at the Community Hall
and
•June 10, 2015 in DeBolt will be at the Community Hall
Details will be posted to our events calendar at
www.mdgreenview.ab.ca as soon as they are available.
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May/June 2015
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opportunities with Greenview!
To subscribe enter your email address on the
bottom right of the main page of our website
www.mdgreenview.ab.ca. You can unsubscribe
at any time.
Current Opportunities include seasonal positions
and ongoing recruitment for an Assistant General
Manager, Infrastructure & Planning, Development
Officer, HR Officer Generalist (Maternity Leave)
and Economic Development Officer.
Coming soon: Community Coordinator, Grande
Cache
Planning & Development
Spring Cleaning, Planning Style
Periodic reviews of the Municipal District’s statutory plans
are crucial in ensuring that the documents remain relevant
and responsive to the constantly evolving needs of the
community. Terms of Reference for reviews of the Grovedale
Area Structure Plan and Land Use Bylaw are nearing
completion and they should be sent out for tender by the
end of April.
The review of the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is
nearing its completion and on 24 January 2015, a draft copy
of the updated MDP was presented to Council. The updated
MDP contains numerous additions and revisions that will
allow the plan to comply with recent Provincial initiatives (i.e.
the Land-Use Framework and Alberta Land Stewardship Act)
and align with new municipal strategies such as Council’s
2014 Strategic Directions Plan.
The next step in the review of the MDP is to share the draft
plan with the public and provide stakeholders with the
chance to provide their input. This important stage of the
process has been expanded and the public will now have
an opportunity to view the draft MDP and provide any
comments at Public Open Houses that will run concurrently
with the Annual Ratepayer Barbeques.
Meet your
Councillor!
Budget 2015
Update
Information
Displays
JOIN US!
Open Houses 3:00 to 5:00 PM
Ratepayer BBQs 5:00 to 7:00 PM
Free Food!
We are holding Open Houses to discuss our
updated Municipal Development Plan.
Please come early & share your thoughts.
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Grande Cache Tuesday June 16 at Eagle’s Nest Hall;
DeBolt Fire Hall on Monday, June 22;
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Valleyview Tuesday, June 23 at the Greenview
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Operations Building; and
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Grovedale Community Hall, Tuesday, July 21.
MD OF GREENVIEW
4802-36 Avenue
Valleyview, AB T0H 3N0
www.mdgreenview.ab.ca
780-524-7600
If you wish to obtain further information or would like a copy
of the draft MDP, you are welcome to contact the Planning
& Development Department.
Friendly Reminder
Remember to get your applications in early!
Thinking of building this spring? Development Permits can take four
to six weeks to process depending on the type of development.
Thinking of changing your current zoning? Land Use Amendment
applications can take up to four to six months to process.
Thinking of subdividing? Subdivision applications can take up to
three to four months to process.
Before you begin, make sure you’re familiar with the regulations
set out in the Municipal District’s Land Use Bylaw.
Please schedule an appointment if you would like to
meet with our Planning and Development Staff. We
are happy to assist you.
Sally Ann Rosson, Manager, Planning & Development
Direct Line: 780.524.7644
Lindsey Lemieux, Development Officer
Direct Line: 780.524.7643
Greenview, Alberta
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Recreation Services
Recreation Facility Upgrades
Greenview will complete $150,000 in upgrades to existing
recreation facilities in Spring 2015. Facilities to be upgraded
include Swan Lake, Grovedale Fish Pond, Kakwa Campground
and the Southview Rest Stop. All sites will receive information
kiosks and upgraded signage; bear proof garbage and recycling
containers for Kakwa and Southview; Kakwa will also receive
additional picnic tables; floating docks and gravel pads will be
installed at the Grovedale Fish Pond; and a viewing gazebo for
Swan Lake.
Recreation Inventory
Greenview residents and recreational users may notice MD
vehicles, trailers and ATVs out in the Grovedale area this spring
and summer as we complete the recreation inventory. Staff will be
walking and driving around populated areas and going through
the less populated areas using ATV and canoes.
It will take 5 to 6 years to create the entire inventory. We have
seven recreation zones within Greenview: Grovedale, Valleyview,
Get to know Greenview!
Have you been to the Grovedale Fish Pond, Southview,
Kakwa or Swan Lake Recreation Areas? Travel close to home
this summer and send us your Greenview Vacation photos at
m2m@mdgreenview.ab.ca or on Twitter @mdgreenview16.
More details on our recreation areas are available under
“Visitors > Recreation” at www.mdgreenview.ab.ca
David Kiyawasew with an 18” Rainbow Trout caught last summer at
Swan Lake.
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Recreation Coordinator Adam Esch (supplied photo)
DeBolt, Grande Cache, Highway 43 Corridor, Highway 40 and the
remote zone which includes green areas outside of the 6 main
populated zones.
Grovedale currently has high pressure due to their population
and the existing needs that are linked to being so close to
a large centre. With many potential recreation users we
need to accommodate the demand that exists and build a
comprehensive plan for recreation. Valleyview is our next highest
population, so its inventory will be completed second, then DeBolt
and Grand Cache. From there we will move on to Highway 40 as it
is a connector corridor with its own set of recreation opportunities,
then Highway 43 and the remote areas.
We will identify all recreation sites, those which are already
established and those which aren’t currently in use but have
potential. This may be on public, private or crown land. Some
preliminary work has been done and we are hiring additional
staff to assist with the process. We have identified 190 possible
recreation sites to date, and more will probably come up as we
complete the inventory. Not all sites will be developed, but we
need to know the full potential so that we can be strategic about
the areas we target for recreation.
Urban municipalities typically have a formula for how development
has to be done linking in recreation as a requirement for
developers, this means they would identify how many parks,
green spaces, sidewalks etc. must be built. Rather than filling in
the spaces that remain with recreation we are going the opposite
way – establishing recreation opportunities first and recognizing
there is great potential for other forms of future development by
intentionally planning for recreational use at the outset.
Greenview is larger than a lot of other municipalities, so we can
actually have something for each user group in each zone. Our
hope is that community groups and users will start approaching
us about developing recreation facilities and have a sense of
community investment.
We will also be doing our own developments as a municipality.
By completing the inventory we will have an idea of what will
be done in the area, how it fits into the overall plan, and what
any impacts may be on surrounding areas. That’s the reason for
developing the inventory.
Grovedale will be the first area to be studied in the recreation
inventory, for other populated areas we will address them in
further stages of the recreation inventory, starting with the most
populated areas first.
Once the inventory is completed for each zone, we can begin the
recreation development program for that area. We aren’t waiting
for the full inventory to be done before we start development –
that’s why we’re approaching this in stages.
Where there are existing recreational uses in the areas, we don’t
necessarily want to replace those uses but may formalize what’s
already there depending on the input that we receive from the
communities.
It takes time to do this well. Recreation is key to comprehensive
development in rural municipalities, it helps to pull together all
of the other pieces of the puzzle in terms of development. With
Photo Credit: Christine Schlief, Kakwa Falls
dedicated uses and community involvement in the process the
sites are likely to last for centuries, rather than years or decades.
We focus on multi-use sites, not simply thinking about activities at
the site (i.e. camping), but what is the draw for people to come
to that site, and while they are there do they have options for
different types of activities? When there are more people using
the sites, with opportunities for different uses, then the community
helps to monitor what’s happening at the site and that helps to
address and prevent problems such as vandalism. This is why
community involvement in the process is so important.
We are constantly working with surrounding municipalities:
Woodlands County, County of Grande Prairie, and Yellowhead
County. The goal is that there will be a nice loop from Whitecourt
through Greenview, Grande Prairie, Grande Cache and into
the mountains. We are working together with Tourism Alberta to
advance tourism and recreation in all of our municipalities.
Council wants to focus on quality of life, recreation and tourism.
What we are trying to do is capitalize on unique facilities while we
have them in order to attract more people to Greenview, whether
they are future residents or tourists.
Contact Recreation Coordinator Adam Esch for more information
at 780-524-7349 or adam.esch@mggreenview.ab.ca.
Photo Credit: Christine Schlief, Two Lakes Provincial Campground
Greenview, Alberta
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Protective Services
Off Highway Vehicle Fire Prevention
With all of the other things we strap to the racks, carry a small
fire extinguisher, collapsible pail and shovel on your OHV just in
case and make sure you extinguish any campfires when you’re
out riding.
What is missing from the picture?
Another winter has come to an end and we are all looking forward
to a warm spring and summer. We all like to get outside and enjoy
the country that we are blessed to live in. Sometimes a great way
to unwind is to jump on the quad and go for a rip or just a relaxing
ride on the trails with the family.
Off highway vehicles (OHV’s) are a great way to have fun but like
all things they can pose a danger to our natural environment by
being a cause of fire. Over 30 fires are started each year in Alberta
Forest Protection Area by OHV’s. Some have resulted in very large
and expensive wildfires and some have threatened homes and
communities. Most OHV fires are caused in the spring when the
snow has melted and there is an abundance of dry grass and
other fine fuels.
So how does an OHV start a wildfire? Exhaust systems can heat
up to temperatures over 200 degrees Celsius or 400 degrees
Fahrenheit. When a rider goes through wet areas like a muskeg,
material can build up on the exhaust and next to engine hot spots.
As a rider travels the muskeg material dries and is ignited falling off
the OHV into the grass causing fire.
So how easy is to do your part to prevent OHV fires? Easy, a couple
of minutes before you ride inspect your OHV and clear out and
remove any debris that has built up near the exhaust or other hot
spots on the machine.
Try to avoid riding through wet areas. What’s the fun in that! If you
ride in a wet area, through muskeg or tall grass stop periodically
and remove the debris from your engine and hotspots before it
can dry out, heat up and cause a wildfire.
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Firefighters; Are you looking to, get dirty have fun and learn
something? If so have we got the organization for you. The MD
of Greenview’s Fire Departments in Grovedale and DeBolt are
looking for community minded people to join our ranks. We offer
fire training to a professional accreditation. Members of the fire
departments in the past have gone onto careers in emergency
services. At the fire department you will be part of an organization
that makes a difference when seconds count. We do many things
beside fight fire. We do public education, medical first response
and vehicle extrication using the jaws of life. When a person
meets the challenge they reap the rewards. Are you up for the
challenge?
Contact Derian Rosario, Greenview Fire Services Coordinator, at
780-524-6079 or derian.rosario@mdgreenview.ab.ca
Emergency Preparedness Week
May 3 to 9, 2015
This year’s theme is “72 hours, is your
family prepared?” If you or your family are
caught in an emergency or disaster, are
you prepared? Do you have a 72-hour kit?
Emergency preparedness is a shared
responsibility. We know that in some cases
when a disaster occurs, it can take up to
three days for emergency responders to
reach you while they deal with the response
and the most critically injured. Make sure you
take the time now to prepare yourself with
the items necessary to survive for a 72-hour
period. No one knows for sure when disaster
will strike, but we can all be prepared.
Create your own 72-hour emergency kit,
and you will have the necessary items to
help you and your family until emergency
responders can reach you.
Here is a list of items you will need in your
72 hour kit.
Food and water
3-day supply of non-perishables per person
required:
• protein/granola bars
• trail mix/dried fruit
• crackers and cereals
• canned meat, fish and beans
• canned juice
•water (4 L per person, include small
bottles to carry with you)
Bedding and clothing
•change of clothing (short- and
long-sleeve shirts, pants, socks,
undergarments)
• raincoat/emergency poncho/jacket
• spare shoes
•sleeping bags/blankets/emergency
heat blankets per person
• plastic and cloth sheets
Equipment
• manual can opener
• dishes and utensils
•shovel
•radio (with spare batteries/hand
operated crank)
• pen and paper
• axe/pocket knife
•rope
• duct tape
•whistle
• cellphone charger
• basic tools
•small stove with fuel (follow
manufacturer’s directions for operation
and storage)
Light and fuel
•hand-crank flashlight or batteryoperated flashlights/lamps
• extra batteries
•flares
•candles
•lighter
• waterproof matches
Personal supplies and medication
• first-aid kit
•toiletries (toilet paper, feminine
hygiene, toothbrush)
•cleaning supplies (hand sanitizer, dish
soap, etc.)
•medication (acetaminophen,
ibuprofen, children’s medication,
etc., and 3-day supply of prescription
medication)
• pet food and supplies
• garbage bags
• toys/reading material
Copies of personal documents,
money (in waterproof container)
•legal documents (birth and marriage
certificates, wills, passports, contracts)
• insurance policies
• cash in small bills
• credit cards
• prepaid phone cards
•copy of your emergency plan and
contact information
Ready-to-go Kit
Unfortunately sometimes because of events
we may be forced to leave our home. A
ready to-go kit can help you and your family
until you reach a reception center or other
family members in a safe area.
Keep ready-to-go kit items in a backpack,
duffle bag or suitcase, in an accessible
place, such as a front-hall closet. Make
sure your kit is easy to carry, and everyone
in the house knows where it is. Take it with
you if you have to leave your house so you
can be safe. Each ready to-go kit should
contain the following:
• 4 L of water for each person
• food that you don’t have to keep cold
• manual can opener
•plastic/paper plates, cups, knives, forks,
spoons
• flashlight and extra batteries
• change of clothes
•card with emergency contact
information and the number of
someone to call who lives out of town
•pet food and supplies for at least three
days
• small first aid kit
• personal ID card
•personal hygiene items, soap, hand
sanitizer
Store medicine you usually take near your
ready-to-go kit.
Important Notes
•Update your kits every six months (put a
note in your calendar/planner) to make
sure that food, water, and medication
are not expired, clothing fits, personal
documents and credit cards are up to
date, and batteries are charged.
•
Small toys/games are important;
they can provide some comfort and
entertainment during a stressful time.
•Some items and/or flavours might leak,
melt, or break open. Dividing groups of
items into individual Ziploc bags might
help prevent this.
Greenview, Alberta
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2015 Green View FCSS Annual Volunteer Appreciation
On April 14 & 15, Green View FCSS celebrated volunteer
accomplishments in the Valleyview and Grovedale areas with
their annual Volunteer Appreciation Dinners. FCSS Board Chair
Roxanne Perron acknowledged the important role volunteers play
in our communities and extended thanks on behalf of Green View
FCSS to everyone for their contributions.
In recognition of 50 years’ support of the Valleyview Hospital
Auxilliary, Margaret Pepper, Gayle Soderquist, Eileen Bassarab and
Ida Fell received a letter of thanks from the Honourable Stephen
Mandel, Minister of Health. Roxanne recalled volunteering as a
candy striper with the team of ladies when she was a teenager.
They remain active in volunteering at the hospital gift shop and
raising money to purchase equipment for the hospital. Joyce
Hoedl was also recognized for 30 years of service to the Valleyview
Hospital Auxilliary.
FCSS Board Chair Roxanne Perron addresses the crowd gathered in Grovedale.
We are truly fortunate to have so many great volunteers in Green
View! Recommendations for 2016 volunteer recognition will be
accepted again in the New Year. Let us know who deserves to be
recognized in your community!
Thank you to the band “Homemade Jam” for providing
entertainment at the Valleyview volunteer supper. Many other
individuals were thanked throughout the events. Here are some
highlights. For more information and photos from the dinners go to
the Green View FCSS Facebook page at: www.facebook.com/
GreenViewFCSS
Penson School Library Volunteers have worked tirelessly to modernize the
library and create a dynamic learning environment for Grovedale students.
Pictured clockwise: Pat Seymour, Danette Hornbrook, Cindy Huber, Cheryl
McCarty, and Carmon Williams. Also in attendance were Dave Seymour and
Dan Lemieux.
Dorian Simpkins receives his Certificate of Recognition from FCSS Manager Lisa
Hannaford in Valleyview April 14, 2015.
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Grovedale Volunteer Fire Fighters were recognized for their integral service to
the community. The fire department responded to 196 calls in 2014. Pictured
here (left to right): Sherry Losftrom, Chantelle and Kurt Fink, Russ Beattie (with his
daughter) and Gary Smith.
2015 Valleyview Honorees:
• Melissa Price
• Sheila Coogan
• Dorian Simpkins
• Heather Penson
• Taylor Perron
• Dan Napier
• Gayle Soderquist
• Margaret Pepper
• Ida Fell
It was a packed house at the Memorial Hall with 150 volunteers and family members from Valleyview and area
attending the annual appreciation dinner.
• Eileen Bassarab
• Joyce Hoedl
• Gail Hrushka
• Amber Krieger
• Michelle Gervais
• Heather McGhie
• Joni Rohloff
• Teresa Plontke
• Bernie Napier
• Meladine MacFadyen
• Dean Solarz
Ann Martfeldt of the Valleyview Hospital Auxiliary and Tracey Brown, Valleyview Hospital Manager, present Volunteer
Recognition Certificates for 50 years of dedicated service. Pictured here (left to right) are Ann Martfeldt, Eileen
Bassarab, Marg Pepper, Ida Fell, and Tracy Brown. Missing from the photo is Gayle Soderquist.
• Earl Hammon
• Arlene Garcia
• Susan Kerekanich
15th Annual Greenview
Memorial Golf Tournament
2015 Grovedale Honorees:
• Ann Trarback
• Danny Williams
• Carmon Williams
Limited spaces available so
don’t delay!
Friday, June 12, 2015
• Grovedale Fire Fighters
• Judy Maffrett
• Lou Maffrett
• Marj McAusland
For more information
call 780-524-7600 or
email golf@mdgreenview.ab.ca
There is an $80.00
registration fee
(includes steak
dinner) .
RSVP Deadline May 19, 2015
Sponsorship Deadline May 11, 2015
• Darrel McAusland
•Penson School Club &
Extra-Curricular Volunteers
•Penson School Library Volunteers
We are accepting
donations for:
Greenview, Alberta
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AAMDC 2015 Scholarship Program
The Alberta Association of
Municipal Districts and Counties
(AAMDC) is now accepting
applications for its 2015 Scholarship
Program. Students from rural
Alberta are invited to submit their
applications, postmarked no later
than August 7, 2015.
The AAMDC Scholarship Program is designed to encourage
young rural Albertans to pursue post-secondary education that
can make a meaningful contribution to their communities. The
scholarship provides $1,000 to five rural students, one from each
of the five AAMDC geographic regions. Greenview is part of
AAMDC’s Northern District.
Please refer to the AAMDC website (aamdc.com) for information
on our organization and its member municipalities.
Enquiries may be directed to:
Cindy Carstairs
Advocacy & Convention Administration Coordinator
cindy.carstairs@aamdc.com
780.955.4095
Kim Heyman
Director, Advocacy & Communications
780.955.4079
Applicants must meet the following eligibility criteria:
•Reside in a rural municipality that is a member in good standing
of the AAMDC (municipal district, county or special area).
Residents of cities, towns and villages are ineligible.
•Be registered in his or her first four years of undergraduate
study at a recognized post-secondary institution (no previous
degrees or diplomas). Preference will be given to candidates
attending post-secondary in Alberta, except in instances
where the chosen program of study is not available in Alberta.
•Be pursuing a course of study relevant to local government and/
or rural communities. This is not intended to restrict eligibility to
applicants in certain programs. Rather, applicants are invited
to explain the relevance of their intended study program within
their letter of application.
GREEN VIEW FCSS
SUMMER DAY CAMPS
It’s time again to kick
off the Summer Day
Camp Season!
Come join us for a fun
filled week of sports,
crafts, snacks, games
and much, much more!
•An official high school transcript. Photocopies are acceptable,
provided that they include the signature of a school or
municipal official confirming that the photocopy is a true copy
of the original.
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DeBolt Centre - July 14, 15, 16
9:30am-4:00pm
Registration deadline July 10
Valleyview Swanson Room
July 21, 22, 23
9:30am-4:00pm
Registration deadline: July 17
New Fish Creek Community Hall
Registration deadline: July 24
Little Smoky Community Hall
NE
W
August 4, 5, 6
9:30 am-4:00pm
•A letter outlining their goals and objectives in pursuing postsecondary education, and the relevance of their program of
study to local government and/or rural communities;
•Written confirmation from the municipal chief administrative
officer that the applicant is a resident of the municipality.
10:00am-4:00pm
Registration deadline: July 3
July 28, 29, 30
9:30am-4:00pm
Applicants must submit the following for consideration:
•A brief résumé outlining applicants’ employment experience,
community involvement, volunteer activity, recreational and
cultural pursuits, etc.; and
Grovedale Community Hall - July 7, 8, 9
Registration deadline: July 31
Young Picasso’s Art Camp!
FCSS Building - August 11, 12, 13
For ages 8-12 years 9:30am-4:00pm
Registration deadline: August 7
AGES 6-12
40$/Camp
Media Through The Eyes of Art
FCSS Building - Aug 17 –21
For ages 13-17 years 9:30am-4:00pm
Registration deadline: August 14 ($75 /camp)
Sunset House Community Hall
August 25, 26, 27
9:30 am-4:00pm
Registration deadline: August 21
CALL 780-524-7603 FOR MORE INFORMATION
OR TO REGISTER
2015 Greenview Roadside Vegetation Control
Greenview Agricultural Services Department will be spraying
roadsides within Greenview starting in late May and shall continue
until mid/late September, depending on weather conditions and
length of the growing season. Herbicide applications, both spot
treatment and broadcast treatment (Wards 3, 4, 5 and 8) as well as
other integrated management practices (including spot spraying)
will be used throughout Greenview to control weeds and brush.
Selective herbicide application on roadsides is done to control
the spread of noxious and prohibited noxious weeds and regrowth of small brush. The provincial Weed Control Act dictates
which species of weeds are to be controlled by the municipality
and on private property. Most weed species are very prolific seed
producers and can produce as many as 300,000 seeds per plant.
These seeds can then germinate the following growing season
or lay dormant in the soil for a number of years until growing
conditions are favorable for germination. Many deep rooted
perennials spread via the root system, therefore a single plant left
alone can result in a heavy infestation in a relatively short period
of time.
Garlon RTU – PCP # 29334, Grazon – PCP # 27634, Lontrel 360 PCP # 23545, Milestone- PCP # 28517, Navius – PCP # 31382,
Overdrive- PCP # 30065, Payload – PCP # 29232, Roundup Ultra
2 – PCP # 28486, Tordon 22K- PCP # 9005, 2,4-D - PCP # 14726,
Transline – PCP # 24085, Truvist – PCP # 30920, Sightline – PCP #
30409, Vanquish – PCP # 26980, Vantage XRT – PCP # 29994, Par
3 - # 27884, Arsenal - PCP # 23713). Some of these herbicides have
residual characteristics, so ratepayers should use caution when
using roadside soil or plant material in garden and crop areas.
Residents who have any concerns or questions with respect to the
vegetation management in their area are urged to contact the
Agricultural Services Department at 780-524-7602.
Weed infestations can invade and become the dominant
plant species on any given parcel of land causing a number of
problems:
1.Limiting light and moisture availability to cereal and forage
crops thus reducing yields and resulting in dockage.
2. Invading and choking out beneficial and native species.
3.Can be responsible for livestock poisoning.
4.Can pose a serious fire hazard.
Ox Eye Daisy, Greenview stock photo.
5.Obstruct visibility along roadsides and intersections.
Brush left to grow along roadsides also poses various problems:
1.The obstruction of visibility along roadsides and intersections
creating a situation which allows wildlife to jump onto the
roadway unseen.
2.
Roads tend to retain moisture longer requiring more
maintenance.
3.They can pose a serious fire hazard.
4.Creates a snow removal problem.
The herbicides which will be used this upcoming season are the
same which we have used over the past several years (Clearview
- PCP # 29752, Escort- PCP # 23005, Garlon XRT – PCP # 28495,
Greenview, Alberta
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BSE Surveillance – Everyone’s Responsibility
It’s hard to believe that almost 12 years have passed since the
discovery of Canada’s first BSE case in 2003 in northern Alberta
– which greatly affected our cattle industry and export markets.
The world’s understanding of BSE is much greater today than it
was a decade ago, and there has been a lot of work to better
understand the disease and to further strengthen our food safety
and animal health systems.
BSE surveillance remains an important tool for measuring the
effectiveness of the animal health control measures put in place.
That’s why it is just as important now to stay on top of the ongoing
BSE surveillance as it ever was.
You probably know that in February 2015, one case of BSE was
detected in a cow in Alberta. The Canadian Food Inspection
Agency (CFIA) continues to investigate the confirmed case, and
to provide an update on the latest developments. While very few
countries have imposed temporary import restrictions on Canadian
beef products, our major trade partners have indicated that they
are confident in the processes in place and that all steps are being
taken to ensure a comprehensive and effective investigation.
More information on the current situation is available on the CFIA’s
website at: www.inspection.gc.ca/animals/terrestrial-animals/
diseases/reportable/bse/bse-in-alberta/eng/1424383804514/1424
383805186
Why is BSE surveillance still important?
It was a long and complex process to regain access to our export
markets after the initial BSE crisis. In order to succeed, Canada
had to show to the world that it was taking all steps necessary
to find and document all cases of BSE, establish ongoing
surveillance programs and prevent further spread of the disease
by implementing feed bans.
The World Organization for Animal Health (OIE) is the organization
in charge of setting out the requirements countries with BSE must
meet in order to have international market access. The OIE assigns
a BSE-risk status to countries, setting up the rules for beef and
livestock trade. Canada is considered a controlled BSE-risk country
and is therefore allowed to export livestock, beef and beef
products with certain conditions and restrictions. Canada must
continue doing surveillance to demonstrate to the international
community that there are effective measures in place, such as
the feed ban and the removal of potentially infective tissues from
carcasses – which effectively prevents disease spread.
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To fulfill the OIE’s requirements, Canada is expected to submit a total
of 30,000 surveillance samples per year. Alberta, being the province
with the largest cattle population in Canada, is expected to submit
about 10,000 samples each year. Unfortunately, the target number
in Alberta has not being reached over the past few years. If this
trend continues, Canada could fall short of the overall requirements
and may be unable to demonstrate significant surveillance the
effectiveness of the mitigation measures implemented to control
and reduce BSE. This could affect confidence in our BSE mitigation
measures and control strategies among our international trade
partners, which could risk the current market access that we have
all worked so hard to achieve.
What do producers need to do?
While the Alberta BSE surveillance program is a partnership
among government, participating veterinarians, and producers,
its success depends on producers having their eligible cattle
sampled by their veterinarian. The process is very simple: If the
producer has a cow that qualifies for the program, the producer
calls the veterinarian, who then comes to the farm at no cost to
the producer. The veterinarian samples the animal (in the event
of a dead cow the veterinarian performs a brief autopsy as well),
then submits the sample and informs the producer of the test result
in a timely manner. This process also allows the veterinarian to get
a better picture of the health of the herd, helping to provide better
advice to the producer for improving the health of the herd.
The producer provides information about the animal and keeps
the carcass contained and protected until the test result arrives
(typically within a few days after submission). A $75 payment is
issued to the producer. Cattle that qualify must be over 30 months
of age and fall in one of the 4D categories: Dead, Down, Diseased,
Distressed. In addition, neurological cases qualify, and most
recently, cases of wildlife predation were added to the qualifying
animals in the “dead” category.
If we all do our part in participating in the ongoing program and
keeping up with the OIE requirements, we can assure ongoing
access to markets and keep on enjoying the well deserved
upswing in the cattle industry!
Dr. Claudia Metz
Dr. Metz works in partnership with Alberta Agriculture and Rural
Development to raise awareness of the BSE surveillance program.
April 2015
Fire Advisory
Greenview residents and visitors are encouraged to be extra
cautious with any burning at this time. A Fire Advisory may be
implemented if conditions merit. This means that safe campfires
are allowed, but may be restricted if the situation doesn’t improve.
If you have any questions, please contact your local Fire Guardian:
A SAFE Campfire:
• Is attended at all times;
• Is completely out when not attended;
• Is lit under safe conditions – winds less than 12km/h; and
• is located in a safe location – fire ring or bare mineral soil
surrounded by rocks, no overhanging branches or anything
combustible nearby.
Photos supplied by Alberta Environment and Sustainable Resource
Development.
• Grande Cache – 780-827-3626
• Grovedale – 780-814-1648
• Valleyview – 780-524-6576
PERMITS
No new permits are being issued in the MD of Greenview with the
exception of burn barrels. All permit holders are asked to check
and follow permit conditions carefully.
For more information on current fire bans or to subscribe for area
updates, go to albertafirebans.ca or phone 1-866-FYI-FIRE.
Reminder:
Fire permits are required in the forest protection area from
March 1st to October 31st of each year. The forest protection
area is managed by Environment and Sustainable Resource
Development (ESRD).
Supportive Living Units Announced for Valleyview
On March 30th, 2015 Everett McDonald, MLA for Grande Prairie-Smoky,
announced an additional 18 new supportive living spaces for seniors in
Valleyview. An Affordable Supportive Living Initiative (ASLI) request for proposals
was issued by the provincial government in fall 2014 that specifically targeted
areas of the province that showed a need for supportive living spaces. The
goal is to ensure that those who are no longer able to stay at home will have
choices in their own communities that support their independence and provide
the care they need, with their families and friends close by. Supportive living is
designed for people whose care needs mean they are no longer able to stay
in their homes. Residents have their own private rooms, meals, housekeeping,
and 24-7 professional nursing care services, depending on their care needs.
Seniors’ care is a top priority for Albertans and for government. Aging in
place is vital to helping seniors stay happy, healthy and engaged. Thanks to
the Government of Alberta for recognizing the need in our local community!
Project partners are Minhaus Developments and Christenson Communities.
Greenview Reeve Dale Gervais speaks at the supportive
living announcement on March 30, 2015 at the Paradise Inn in
Valleyview. In the background are MLA Everett MacDonald and
Yadvinder Minhaus.
Greenview, Alberta
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Council Meeting Highlights
March 10, 2015
Bylaws
Gravel Purchase
Bylaw 15-740 (Secure) to re-designate the proposed 14.82
hectares or 36.62 acres from Crown Land District (CL) to Industrial
District within N ½ 21-67-5-W6M and S ½ 28-67-5-W6M passed first
reading. The public hearing was held April 7, 2015 and the bylaw
was approved by council.
Greenview will purchase 50,000 tonnes of gravel from Murtron
Hauling from the Goodwin Pit, in the amount of $525,000 with funds
to come from the 2015 Operational Gravel Budget.
Grants
•
DeBolt & District Pioneer Museum Society $19,000 for the
Heritage Buildings Project.
•DeBolt High School Rodeo Association $1,600 to supply rodeo
stock for their high school rodeo.
•Grande Prairie High School Rodeo Association $15,000 for the
Alberta Provincial Finals to be held at Evergreen Park, Grande
Prairie from June 5 to 7, 2015.
•Sweathouse Community Centre $20,000 for upgrades to the
Sweathouse Community Centre parking lot, campground and
approach. Greenview will also supply 264 tonnes of aggregate.
Equipment Contractors Registry Rates
A revised schedule of Equipment Contractor Registry Rates was
brought forward for approval. Rates will be set at 89 per cent of
the Alberta Roadbuilders and Heavy Construction Association
equipment rates for all equipment other than graders which are
set at 75 per cent.
Council Events
The 2015 Greenview Memorial Golf Tournament fundraising
proceeds will be divided equally between the Caribou Child and
Youth Centre and the Grande Prairie Red Cross Health Equipment
Loan Program. The tournament will take place on June 12, 2015 at
the Grovedale Golf & Country Club.
WORLD’S BEST CYCLISTS
September 2–7, 2015
SEPT. 2 | STAGE 1 TEAM TIME TRIAL | CITY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE
SEPT. 3 | STAGE 2 | COUNTY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE
SEPT. 4 | STAGE 3 | GRANDE CACHE SUPPORTED BY THE MUNICIPAL
DISTRICT OF GREENVIEW TO JASPER NATIONAL PARK
SEPT. 5 | STAGE 4 | TOWN OF JASPER TO MARMOT BASIN SKI AREA
SEPT. 6 | STAGE 5 | EDSON TO SPRUCE GROVE
SEPT. 7 | STAGE 6 | EDMONTON
TourofAlberta.ca
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March 24, 2015
Bylaws
Young’s Point Road Tender
Bylaw 15-742 Municipal Development Plan (MDP) received first
reading. The previous MDP was adopted in 2003 and the updated
MDP clarifies current policies and is written for consistency with
the Land Use Framework and Land Stewardship Act. Consultation
regarding the MDP will be conducted through online survey,
public advertising of request for comments and open houses.
Open houses will be held in Grovedale, Grande Cache, DeBolt
and Valleyview in conjunction with the Ratepayer Barbeques.
The Young’s Point Road Chip Seal Coat and Other Work was
awarded to ACP Applied Products of Acheson for $731,910.00
The Tax Rate Bylaw 15-741 passed first reading and was later
approved at the April 7, 2015 Council Meeting. The 2015 tax rate
will be unchanged from 2014.
Delegations
Grande Prairie Ski Club representatives provided a presentation
regarding the Nitehawk Recreation Area. Greenview Council
approved a four year funding commitment from 2015 to 2018
totalling $1,424,646 over the four years. In 2015 the funds will include
$100,000 for energy costs and $355,000 in capital equipment
replacements for a total of $455,000. Funding is contingent
on Greenview receiving annual financial statements and an
Acknowledgement of Capital Compliance Form prior to funds
being released.
100th Anniversary of the Grande Prairie Railway
Summer 2016 will be the 100th anniversary of the railway in Grande
Prairie, Alberta. Bob Patterson from the Grande Prairie & District
Oldtimers Association provided a presentation regarding their
plans to bring a train from the Alberta Railway Museum to Grande
Prairie for the celebration next summer. The old steamer would be
hauled from Edmonton to Hinton to access the Alberta Resources
Railroad for travel by rail to Grande Prairie. They plan to provide
passenger rides from Grande Prairie to Hythe and Grande Prairie
to Sexsmith. The cars may also act as a mobile museum with stops
at communities along the railroad. Council will provide a letter of
support for this initiative.
2015 Fire Guardian Appointment
Jeff Francis and Derian Rosario were appointed as Greenview’s
Fire Guardians under Bylaw 10-64. Fire Guardians are charged
with issuing and enforcing fire permits and enforcement of the
Alberta Forest and Prairie Protection Act.
Equipment Purchases
•A Recycle Ranger will be purchased in partnership with the Town
of Valleyview based on equal funding from each municipality
to a maximum of $12,500.
•Barbeque Trailer $45,800.00. The barbeque will be manufactured
by C.C. Welding & Fabricating of Grande Cache for use at
community events.
•Recreation Services will purchase an APS-3 L1/L@ GPS+GLONASS
RTK rover and base station for $24,377.68 (USD). The equipment
will be utilized as part of the Recreation Enhancement and
Inventory Program.
• 2015 John Deere Tractor with Loader $158,447.75
• 2015 Wishek 842N Heavy Disc $45,800.00
• 2015 Riteway F332 Landroller $38,300.00
• 2015 Rogers PTF 100 3 Point Hitch Sprayer $14,988.73
•Two 2015 Wheatheart Heavy Hitter Post Pounders in the total
amount of $25,900.00
•Two 2014 Yamaha Grizzly 700 Quad ATVs in the total amount of
$23,400
• Continental Cargo Trailer $6,583.50
•2015 John Deere Tractor with Loader & 3 point hitch rough cut
mower $88,132.12
• 2015 Water Tank Trailer $7,819.10
• 2014 MS Gregson T500 Field Sprayer $22,600.00
Electronic Newsletter
If you are interested in receiving a copy of
this newsletter via email, send a request to
m2m@mdgreenview.ab.ca.
Greenview, Alberta
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Notice Of Mailing
2015 COMBINED PROPERTY ASSESSMENT & TAX NOTICE
MD OF GREENVIEW No. 16
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the combined Property Assessment & Tax Notices for the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16, made
under the provision of the Municipal Government Act, Section 309(1), were mailed May 1st, 2015.
In accordance with Section 460(1) of the Municipal Government Act any person(s) wishing to object must file his/her complaint using
the Government of Alberta “Assessment Review Board Complaint Form” number LGS1402 or Form number LGS1405 for Tax Agents
within sixty (60) days from the date of the Combined Property Assessment & Tax Notice. The Assessment Review Board Complaint Forms
may be obtained from the Municipal District of Greenview No. 16 Administration Office or online from the Municipal Affairs website at
www.municipalaffairs.alberta.ca. A complaint must also be accompanied by the current fee set by Council; if the appeal is successful
the fee will be refunded. Completed forms and complaint fees are to be forwarded to:
Clerk of Assessment Review Board
Municipal District of Greenview No. 16
4806—36 Avenue
Box 1079
Valleyview, Alberta T0H 3N0
during the business hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Complaint Fees:
Residential (3 or fewer dwellings) & Farmland
$50.00 per tax roll number
Appeal Period
May 1st — June 30th
Non Residential
$650.00 per tax roll number
By appointment only, the Assessor will be available to answer any
questions or concerns you may have regarding your Assessment. To
arrange an appointment please call the M.D. Office at 780 524-7600
Dated this 1st day of May 2015
Marilyn Jensen, Finance Co-ordinator, Taxation & Assessment
Residential 4 or more dwellings & Non Residential
$650.00 per tax roll number
Weed Inspections to Begin in Greenview
Weed inspections will be taking place
throughout the summer months of 2015 in
Greenview. Please be advised that the
weed inspectors based in Greenview’s
Valleyview and Grovedale offices will be out
and about documenting various invasive
plants on municipal and private lands. You
may see a white Greenview vehicle near
your property and an inspector in a high
visibility vest performing weed inspections,
so please be considerate of their safety.
Please keep in mind that the Weed Control
Act grants an inspector right of entry onto
private land during reasonable hours
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(Alberta Weed Control Act W-5.1, Part 3,
section 12(1)). The Agriculture Department
of Greenview believes that a courtesy
should be extended to land owners of what
is happening on their property. Greenview
promotes a “Door Knocking” program by
which we attempt to make contact with
land owners during the weed inspection
season, while weed inspections are taking
place (where practical). We inform the
landowners of approximate date and time
of when an inspection will take place, the
results of the inspection(s) and possible
control options of noxious and prohibited
noxious plants found.
If you would like more information
regarding
the
Weed
Inspection
Program, please visit the Greenview
website at www.mdgreenview.ab.ca or
telephone the Agriculture Department
at 780-524-7602 or toll free at
1-888-524-7601. More information about
the Weed Control Act and Regulations
can be found by searching for the
Act on the Queen’s Printer website at
www.qp.alberta.ca.
Landfill & Transfer Station Hours of Operation
SITE NAME
DAYS OF OPERATION
HOURS
Little Smoky Transfer Station
NW 13-66-22-W5M
Monday, Thursday, Saturday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
ACCEPTED MATERIAL
Household Waste
Sturgeon Heights
Transfer Station
NW 13-70-25-W5M
Metal
Monday, Wednesday, Sunday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wire Cable
Wire Fencing
Appliances
Sweathouse Transfer Station
SW 04-70-19-W5M
Friday, Sunday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Wood
Tires
Cement
South Wapiti Landfill
SW 34-69-08-W6M
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
Sunset House Transfer Station
NW 23-70-21-W5M
Wednesday, Thursday,
Saturday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Grovedale Transfer Station
SW 22-69-06-W6M
Wednesday, Thursday,
Saturday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Batteries Household
& Vehicle
Electronics Computers,
Printers & TV’s
Paint
Only the sites highlighted
in green accept:
Waste Oil Containers
DeBolt Transfer Station
SE 02-72-01-W6M
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Puskwaskau Landfill
NE 36-74-26-W5M
Thursday, Saturday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Old Oil Filters
Household Hazardous
Waste Containers
Only the sites highlighted
in blue accept:
Empty Pesticide Containers
New Fish Creek Transfer Station
NW 16-72-21-W5M
Sandy Bay Transfer Station
NW 09-71-23-W5M
Greenview Regional Landfill
SW 18-67-20-W5M
Wednesday, Friday, Sunday
11:00 am to 6:00 pm
Walk-in access available all hours
Monday to Friday
8:30 am to 4:30 pm
Household Waste Only
Class IV
Commercial Industrial
Users Only
All locations are closed on statutory holidays. Consult our website for more information: www.mdgreenview.ab.ca
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Greenview Donates Fire Truck
With the help of Grande Prairie Rotary volunteers, Greenview has donated a fire truck to Mazatlan, Mexico. The truck arrived at the end of
March and has already been nicknamed “the Pope Mobile”. Local crews will be going through training and putting it to good use soon.
Greenview, Alberta, Canada
A great place to live, work and play.
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