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Council MeetingMonday, February 11, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

January 30, 2019 - February 5, 2019

Did you know.....all City News is also accessible on the City of Yorkton website.Just go to our website at www.yorkton.ca and scroll down to view the “City News” links.

24 Hour On-Street ParkingDid you know? The Traffic Bylaw states that no vehicles shall be parked on the street for longer than 24 hours Why? On-street parking is not meant to be long term parking. The City regulates this to facilitate road maintenance, snow removal, etc. These regulations also allow Bylaw Enforcement to identify and remove abandoned, stolen or unregistered vehicles from public streets.

BYLAW FAST FACTS

General InquIrIes: 306-786-1700

Mayor’s Office ......................306-786-1701After Hours Emergency ........306-786-1760Building Services ..................306-786-1710Bylaw Control .......................306-786-1725City Clerk ..............................306-786-1717City Manager ........................306-786-1703City Parks & Green Spaces ...................306-786-1780City RCMP ............................306-786-2400Communications ..................306-828-2424Community Development, Parks & Recreation ......................306-786-1750Economic Development .....................306-786-1747Engineering Department ......306-786-1710Farrell Agencies Arena Booking ................................306-786-1740Fire Hall ................................306-786-1795

G allagher Centre Water Park & Meeting Rooms/ConventionCentre Booking .............................306-786-1740Gloria Hayden Community Centre ...............................306-786-1776Godfrey Dean Meeting Rooms Booking .............................306-786-1780Kinsmen Arena & Blue Room Booking .....................306-786-1780Library Rooms Booking........306-786-1780Property Sales ......................306-786-1747Public Works ........................306-786-1760Sports Fields & City Centre Park Bookings ...........................306-786-1780Tax Department ..................306-786-1736Water Billing Department ...........................306-786-1726

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Council MeetingMonday, February 11, 2019 at 5:00 p.m.

January 30, 2019 - February 5, 2019

Did you know.....all City News is also accessible on the City of Yorkton website.Just go to our website at www.yorkton.ca and scroll down to view the “City News” links.

Other Job Opportunities

Summer Student Opportunity

• Full Time Operator A – Water and Sewer Division , Public Works• Temporary Probationary Fire FighterFor additional information regarding these employment opportunities, visit the City of Yorkton’s website at www.yorkton.ca/employment or you can pick up a copy of the job posting at the Human Resources Department - City Hall.The City of Yorkton thanks all applicants; however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Student Technical AssistantEnvironmental Services

Competition Number 2019-05Are you pursuing post-secondary studies in Engineering, Civil, Water, Environmental or Biological Sciences? The City of Yorkton is very interested in hearing from you! We are currently seeking an individual to be part of our work team for one 4-month position (May-August). If you would like the opportunity to participate and contribute skills in a challenging and interesting work environment within the Environmental Services Department, we encourage you to apply. The Environmental Services Department operates the Water Treatment Plant, Wastewater Treatment Plant and the Sanitary Landfill.Reporting to the Landfill Coordinator and Waterworks Managers, you will have the opportunity to gain knowledge and experience within the department. The goal is to help the Technical Assistant gain valuable practical experience in the environmental field. They will gain knowledge and experience with plant operation, chemistry, hydrology, hydrogeology, monitoring, data collection, analyzation, data entry and reporting. Students will also learn about GIS / GPS, mapping, statistics, soil science, recycling and solid waste management, along with air quality monitoring, and gaining an understanding of Acts & Regulations, Municipal Governance and Administration.The major duties and responsibilities for this positions include:• Participating in water testing, analysis, data entry, and piezometer data

collection and maintenance• Providing environmental awareness• Facility and grounds maintenance• Involvement in the monitoring and analysis of solid waste and recycling

collection and disposal along with the compost collection site and bio-solid application;

• Aiding in the daily operations and maintenance of associated equipment and machinery;

To qualify for this position, the preferred candidate will be intending or returning to a post-secondary institution in a related field. Interest, ability, and experience in an environmental field of study would be an asset. Experience in the operation of mowing and other landscaping equipment would be beneficial. Knowledge and experience in the functionality of Microsoft programs will be necessary. As a condition of employment, you must possess and maintain an RCMP Security Clearance as well as a valid Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s License.Salary will be paid as a “Technical Assistant” in accordance with the current CUPE Local 342 Agreement.Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.yorkton.ca. This competition closes February 15, 2019 at 4:00 pm

The City of Yorkton thanks all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Parks Summer StudentCompetition Number 2019-06

The major duties and responsibilities for these positions include:Push & Riding Mowers:• Duties associated to the maintenance of open spaces through grass cutting,

maintenance of playgrounds, trails, cemetery operations.• Maintain grass for all green space throughout Yorkton, including boulevards.• Garbage pickup & cleaning dutiesSportsfield:• Task associated to maintenance of but not limited to Kinsmen Arena and

outdoor recreation facilities such as rinks, sports fields, tennis courts. • Time in this area will be spent on maintaining sport fields-mainly the ball

diamonds.• Garbage pickup & cleaning dutiesHorticulture:• Maintenance of the urban forest along with providing pest management to

urban forest & open spaces. • Participation in the beautification program.• Garbage pickup & cleaning dutiesQualifications:• Returning to or intending to enter post-secondary education. • Experience in the operation of mowing and other landscaping equipment

would be beneficial.• Possess and maintain an RCMP Security Clearance as well as a valid

Saskatchewan Class 5 Driver’s License.Salary will be paid in accordance with the CUPE Local 342 Agreement.Interested applicants are invited to apply online at www.yorkton.ca. This competition closes February 15, 2019 at 4:00 pm

The City of Yorkton thanks all applicants; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Request for TendersBedding Plant Tender Tender must be received before 4:00 p.m. on February 1st, 2019Please send sealed Tender clearly marked “BEDDING PLANT TENDER” to:Department of Community Development, Parks & RecreationCity of YorktonBox 400Yorkton, Saskatchewan S3N 2W3Details of Proposal:The City of Yorkton is requesting tenders for the supply of bedding plants for the 2019 season. Specifications are available at: www.yorkton.ca/tendersTender shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing.Tender received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened.Contact PersonEnquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to:Matt Charney – Parks ManagerCommunity Development, Parks & RecreationCity of YorktonPhone: 306-786-1780Email: mcharney@yorkton.ca

The City reserves the right to reject any or all tender. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

Parks Shop Janitorial Tender must be received before 4:00 p.m. on February 8, 2019Please send sealed Tender clearly marked “PARKS SHOP JANITORIAL” to:Department of Community Development, Parks & RecreationCity of YorktonBox 400Yorkton, SaskatchewanS3N 2W3Details of Proposal:The City of Yorkton is requesting tenders for the supply of janitorial services at the Parks Shop, located at 263 Myrtle Ave, in Yorkton, Saskatchewan. Specifications are available at:www.yorkton.ca/tendersTender shall remain open for acceptance by the City and irrevocable for thirty (30) calendar days following the date specified for closing.Tender received after the date and time specified for closing will be marked late and returned unopened.Contact PersonEnquiries regarding the proposal procedure and particulars can be directed to:Matt Charney – Parks ManagerCommunity Development, Parks & RecreationCity of YorktonPhone: 306-786-1780Email: mcharney@yorkton.ca

The City reserves the right to reject any or all tender. Lowest or any proposal not necessarily accepted.

New garbage and recycling pick-up schedule

The City recently implemented a new garbage and recycling pick-up schedule. Please see the map

below to determine your collection day. Apartments or multi-units that do not receive curbside garbage collection should use the map for their recycling pick-up day only as garbage collection for apartments varies. Collection schedules and reminders can also be found by downloading the free Recycle

Coach app or by visiting yorkton.ca/waste. Please call Environmental Services at 306.828.2470 with any

questions or concerns. Thank-you for your patience during this schedule

change.

Recycling News:The City of Yorkton has recently made changes to our residential recycling program. Most residents will now have same day garbage & recycling pick–up in all areas of the City. The new collection schedule will follow your current garbage collection schedule.**If you live in an apartment building or do not have curbside black cart garbage collection, then please visit yorkton.ca/waste or download our new ‘Recycle Coach’ app, where you can type in your address to use the collection day calendar. The City of Yorkton thanks you for your patience through this transition period. For more information, contact Environmental Services at 306.828.2470