TOWN OF CHURCHBRIDGE NOTICE
Churchbridge Fire Department Ceremony
Driveway Work
If you are planning on having work done on your driveway, please keep in mind our Town Bylaw regarding driveways as posted below:
The Town of Churchbridge according to The Municipality Act Section 12(1) has the management and control of every street, which includes the grade between taxpayer’s property and street pavement or swale ditch.
The Town of Churchbridge will approve the finishing (may include pavement, concrete, paving stones, gravel) of any swale ditch on any property in the Town of Churchbridge that meets the Town’s specifications. Pursuant to Section 4(2) of The Municipality Act the Town has the right to dig up and remove the finish from the swale ditch if it causes drainage problems for the Town. The replacement cost of the finish removed will be at the taxpayer’s own expense.
The taxpayer must agree to and understand that if the grade runway (swale ditch) is not finished according to the Town of Churchbridge specifications, and should it be dug up, they are liable for the replacement cost of the finish of the swale ditch.
If you have any questions please contact Town Office at (306) 896-2240. Thank you for your cooperation.
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Newsletter Correction
The Gun & Hobby Show will take place on October 12 and 13. Thanks for your cooperation.
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Dutch Elm Notice
Residents are asked to be vigilant and look for the following in elm trees: Flagging - when the leaves of one or more branches near the top of the tree may wilt, curl, turn yellow and then brown, remaining on the tree; Staining - an infected twig sample will have red streaks through the sapwood. If you believe your elm tree(s) may have these symptoms, please contact the Town Office at (306) 896-2240 for further information.
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Tax Enforcement Notice
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Recycling Changes
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Notary Service
The Town of Churchbridge will be offering a Notary Service. Please see the resolution below from the June 17 Council Meeting.
145/2019 J. GALLANT-R. THIES- THAT the Town will offer a Notary Service to the public starting June 20, 2019 and THAT the service will be free of charge. Carried.
The Notary Service will be offered during Town business hours (Mon-Fri 9-12 & 1-5 p.m.) at no cost.
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New Cemetery Sign
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Notice: Parking Protocol
As per the Town of Churchbridge Consolidated Operation of Vehicles & Parking Bylaw, vehicles should be parked off the pavement to ensure they are not impeding the road and if they are on the pavement a warning stating that fact will be issued by the Commissionaire.
The Commissionaire will issue a ticket only if we know that vehicle has not moved due to a flat tire or if there is proof of the vehicle not moving in 24 hours.
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Fire Ban Notice
At the Council Meeting last night, Council has RECINDED the 125/2019 Resolution and enacted the following:
138/2019 J. MELNYK- J. GALLANT- THAT the town will impose a fire ban whenever the Province issues an extreme fire rating in our region and THAT the Town Administration has the final say when imposing a ban. Carried
Please click here for daily updates on the Fire Rating.
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Elm Tree Pruning
No person shall prune an Elm Tree between April 1 and September 30 unless the tree is damaged, authorization is received, municipal staff felt trimming was necessary to ensure human safety, or to avoid damage to property.
Just a reminder to keep Elm Trees pruned and free of wood that is dead or dying. No person shall prune an Elm Tree that is an Infected or Hazardous Tree unless pruning is authorized in writing by an Inspector. For more information, please view the Dutch Elm Disease Bylaw under the"Bylaws" section.
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Crime Watch Opportunity
"Rural Crime Watch is a community driven, community led, police supported Crime Prevention, Crime Reduction collaborative program.Volunteers would have a vested interest in their community; they share the common goal of safe homes and a safe community."
The Town of Churchbridge and surrounding communities are seeking residents who are interested in joining a Rural Crime Watch Group. The resident would have to get a criminal record check, but it would be free of charge. A membership fee may be determined at a later date, depending on funds received for the program.
The time commitment is minimal, but the benefit is huge for communities! The RCMP would inform the Rural Crime Watch group when there is criminal activity in the area.
To be a part of the Rural Crime Watch group, a resident must have a smart phone to access the apps required for the program. If you are interested please contact the Town Office at (306) 896-2240 or email churchbridge@sasktel.net to sign up. Click here for more information.
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Flushing Awareness
If you use baby wipes, feminine hygiene wipes or diapers, please do not flush these products down the toilet.
They block our sewer lines and could cause damage to your home or someone else's when the sewer backs up. Note: It costs between $5000- $10,000 to replace a lift station pump.
Please help us reduce risk and cost!
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Water Treatment System Announcement
New Building Canada Fund- Small Communities Fund (SCF) will provide the Town of Churchbridge with a Water treatment system upgrade in the amount of $2.245 million.
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