digest and dates february 2013

General information: 780-464-8111 www.strathcona.ca

Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

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Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

Council Meetings in FebruaryNo parking during snow clearing in Sherwood Park When snow clearing is needed on collector roads and bus routes (Priority 3) or in residential neighbourhoods (Priority 4), no-parking signs will be posted. The parking restriction will go into effect 24 hours after the signs are installed, and will remain in place until the signs are removed. In the instances where parked vehicles are towed, they will be moved to a nearby location where snow removal has been completed. The fine for not moving a vehicle is $250. • www.strathcona.ca/wintermaintenance780-449-0170

County working to keep roads clear of snow Check online for information on clearing your driveway and sidewalks, where to place your Green Routine carts, and maps of priority snow clearing routes. Call to let us know about conditions that need attention – icy roads, downed traffic signs or traffic lights not working. If you phone after hours, you will be forwarded to one of our on-call staff. • www.strathcona.ca/wintermaintenance780-417-7100(24-hournumber)

Clear snow from around hydrants If there is a fire hydrant near your home, please clear snow or ice at least 60 cm (2 ft.) from around the hydrant. That way, in an emergency, crews can find the hydrant with the greatest possible speed. If you are physically unable to remove the snow from around the hydrant, please call Utilities. • www.strathonca.ca/utilities780-467-7785

Update on Mature Neighbourhood Strategy A letter and revised survey have been mailed to all residences within the 11matureneighbourhoodsofSherwoodPark.AnewpubliceventhasbeenscheduledforApril3,2013.Visitthewebsiteforupdatedinformation. • www.strathcona.ca/matureneighbourhoodstrategy780-464-8164

2013 waste collection schedules coming Canada Post will be delivering calendars in March. If you do not accept “unaddressed mail,” then you will not receive a calendar in the mail. You can pickuponeatanypublicCountybuilding.SchedulesforFebruaryandMarchmonthsareavailableontheCountywebsite.SendingthecalendaroutinMarchallows us to incorporate any changes that come out of the budget process. • www.strathcona.ca/utilities780-449-5514

Celebrate our citizens—nominate someone today Do you know an individual, group or team who has realized an outstanding achievement or made a significant contribution to our community? Nominate theminoneoftheeightcategoriesofthePrideofStrathconaAwards:CommunityService,Arts,CultureandHeritage,AgriculturalLeadership,ProfessionalAchievement,Youth,Seniors,AthleticAchievementin nationalorinternationalcompetition,SportsandRecreationDevelopment. DeadlinefornominationsisFebruary28. • www.strathcona.ca/pride780-410-6595

Transit users - looking for parking? Updates? There are satellite parking lots available just for our transit users, with shuttle service during peak times. You can also follow transit news and information through our #sctransit hashtag on Twitter! • www.strathcona.ca/transitparking780-464-RIDE(7433),press0

Be a mentor or be mentored TheBusinessMentorshipProgramwillstartanewsessionmid-February. If you are an experienced entrepreneur who wishes to share expertise, or a new entrepreneur looking for direction, fill out a registration form online. • www.strathcona.ca/business780-464-8241

Tax Clinics FamilyandCommunityServicesishostingfreetaxclinicsforincome-qualifiedresidentsattheStrathconaCountyLibraryinMarchandApril.Callorcheckfordetailsatwww.strathcona.ca/fcs780-464-4044

Tuesday, February 5Council Meeting 2 p.m.CouncilOpenHouse 5:30p.m. PublicHearings 5or7p.m.

Council Meetings780-464-8105or780-464-8060 www.strathcona.ca/localgovernment

Council Committee Meetings780-464-8296

Meetings are subject to change or cancellation.

Meetings are held in Council Chambers in the Community Centre,2001SherwoodDrive,SherwoodPark.Membersofthepublic are welcome to attend and observe.

Councilmeetingsarenowwebcast.GototheStrathconaCounty website to watch and listen to meetings live. Or, view them later online for up to six months after the meeting date.

AgendasandreportsareavailablebytheFridaybeforethemeeting date on the County website, at the Council meeting andattheStrathconaCountyLibrary.

Goodbye Mealtime struggles!

Join a discussion about mealtime struggles and explore how to connect with your child during meals. This workshop isfacilitatedbyanoccupationaltherapist.Snacktofollowdiscussion. Tuesday, February 5,9:15a.m.to11:15a.m. atKinsmenLeisureCentre.Call780-416-6730toregister.

Dealing with Disobedience

This workshop looks at some of the reasons why children may not do as they’re told, and gives practical suggestions to help you prevent disobedience and teach your child limits. Forparentsandcaregiversofchildrentwotosixyears;Tuesday, February 12,9:30a.m.to11a.m.atMillenniumPlace.Call780-416-6730toregister.

UnlimitED - a social and educational group for older adults

Meet new people and learn about interesting topics related toaging.Ifyouare65orbetter,joinUnlimitEDtohelpwithfeelings of isolation and stay connected to the community. Nextsession:February 22;9:30a.m.to11:15a.m.;CommunityCentreRoom3,401FestivalLane,SherwoodPark.Call780-464-4044toregisterforthisfreesession.

Check out advertising notices on adjacent pages for other County programs, services and events.

Tools for Dads

Fatheringdoesn’thavetobeaDIYproject!JoinusSaturdaymorningstolearnmoreaboutbeingadad.Forfathersand/ or male caregivers and their children two to six years. February 23 to March 23,10a.m.-12noon,ChildrenandYouthCommunityCentre.Call780-416-6730toregister.

Cribside Assistance

Come hang out with other new dads for snacks once a month, andwe’lldiscussyourquestionsaboutyourbabyalongtheway!LastWednesdayofthemonth:January 30, February 27, March 27;6p.m.to7p.m.ChildrenandYouthCommunityCentre,SherwoodPark.Call780-416-6730toregister.

Activities for Family Day — February 18

Disconnect to CONNECT — Help Strathcona win the Unplugged Challenge

Twenty-two municipalities in the Capital Region have joined together to encourage residents to unplug from technology onFamilyDay,February 18,andinsteadCONNECTwithfamily,friendsandcommunity.ThenonFebruary19recordthe hours you spent unplugged at www.fcssaa.org and share yourstoriesofhowyouunplugged.Call780-464-4044orcheckoutwww.strathcona.ca/fcsforinformationonotherideasonwaystoCONNECT.

Family Day at Strathcona Wilderness Centre

Free,active,winterfamily-funactivities—snowshoe,cross-country ski, then warm up by the campfire with hot chocolate. Toonie Ski Lessons (one hour):1p.m.and3p.m. Toonie Snowshoe Ramble (one hour): 2 p.m. • www.strathcona.ca/wildernesscentre780-922-3939

Attend the launch of Strathcona Celebrates

2013markstheyearStrathconaCelebratesitshistory,peopleand military. Come for breakfast at the County museum on February 18from8:30a.m.until11a.m.MayorOsinchukwillbe flipping pancakes, while attendees explore the museum. Costis$5perperson;children12yearsandunderarefree!CelebrateStrathconaCounty’shistory. •www.strathconacountymuseum.ca780-467-8189

Transit service on Family Day

StrathconaCountyTransitwillprovideregularweekdayservice;however,therewillbenoschoolservicethatday. • www.strathcona.ca/transit780-464-RIDE(7433),press0

Everybody Gets to Play Program

OnFamilyDay,February 18,100percentofadmissionfeesfrom County-owned recreation facilities will be donated to theEverybodyGetstoPlayProgram,whichaimsatreducingbarriers to recreation for our residents. • www.strathcona.ca/recreation780-467-2211

Tuesday, February 19Council Meeting 2 p.m.PublicHearings 5or7p.m.