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

Council Meetings in MayMembers of the public are welcome to attend and observe. Meetings are subject to change or cancellation.

Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

News & Now

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Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

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Events ProgramsAt-a-glance

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DatesDigestTuesday, May 10 Council Meeting 2 p.m.

Tuesday, May 24 Council Meeting 3 p.m.Council Open House 5:30 p.m.Public Hearings 5 p.m. or 7 p.m.

Thursday, May 26Council Budget Meeting 9 a.m.

Tuesday, May 31Council Budget Meeting 9 a.m.

Street sweeping underway, Sherwood Park Watch for notification signs in your neighbourhood. Please remove rubber driveway mats and other on-street obstructions to ensure a clean sweep. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100

Upgrading roads in the Alberta Industrial Heartland Construction work has begun on Range Road 220, north of Highway 15. The project includes upgrades to seven kilometres of industrial road, two CN railway crossings, new turning lanes and traffic signals. Completion of the $18-million project is expected by fall 2012. Traffic disruptions will occur. Watch for posted signs. • www.strathcona.ca/eep 780-464-8293

Transit recommendations coming soonStrathcona County Transit has been gathering resident input about transit service, design and costs. When the draft Transit Master Plan is released in early summer, we will be looking for your feedback on the proposed recommendations. Sign up and we will let you know when the draft plan is available; email mayko@strathcona.ab.ca.• www.strathcona.ca/transit 780-464-7433, press 0

Strathcona County wins Alex Metcalf Award Strathcona County was among the winners of the 2011 Economic Developers Alberta - Awards of Excellence. The Alex Metcalf Award recognizes the most successful projects in business attraction, retention and expansion in Alberta. Strathcona County’s Shell Scotford Upgrader Expansion One won in the Large Community category (50,000+). • www.strathcona.ca/news

Have you seen the giant lunch box?Check out the five-foot-wide lunch box at the Community Centre during Youth Week, May 1 to 7. The Strathcona County Youth Council is asking residents to fill the handmade lunch box with healthy non-perishable lunch food items to help the Strathcona Food Bank. • www.strathcona.ca/youth 780-464-4044

Don’t miss your chance to give a High Five! Kindergarten to Grade 12 students can nominate an adult in Strathcona County for a High Five Award. This event gives young people a chance to thank an adult who has made a positive difference in his or her life. The nomination deadline is May 13. • www.strathcona.ca/youth 780-464-4044

Horse Count 2011 reminderFill out a questionnaire before the end of May to determine just how many horses live in Strathcona County. Whether you own a horse or your business involves supporting the industry, or you’re just interested, take part in the survey. Help raise the awareness of the importance of horses in our community.• www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-499-9219

Enter our photo contest by May 31Showcase what you love about our community. Enter your photo images – taken in Sherwood Park or rural Strathcona — in the Quick Pics Photo Contest for a chance to win an iPod Nano. The top five images will be featured in future marketing. • www.strathcona.ca/edt 780-464-8095

Take adult learning needs survey by May 31Norquest College is assessing the adult learning needs in our community for future education opportunities. The two surveys – one for business and one for residents – are open to anyone 18 years or older who lives and/or works in the County. Share your thoughts – go to www.campusalberta.norquest.ca.• www.strathcona.ca/edt 780-464-8095

Damaged cart?If one of your rollout carts has become damaged, call to arrange for a replacement or repair. Carts damaged from abuse may be charged a replacement fee.• www.strathcona.ca/utilities 780-449-5514 greenroutine@strathcona.ab.ca

Meetings are held in Council Chambers in the Community Centre, 2001 Sherwood Drive, Sherwood Park.

Agendas and reports are available by the Friday before the meeting date on the County website, at the Council meeting and at the Strathcona County Library. • www.strathcona.ca/council 780-464-8105, 780-464-8060

For a weekly list of the meetings of Council committees, call the Meeting Information Line at 780-464-8296.

Lighten your load to protect our roadsRoad bans are in effect until June 1. If road conditions permit, road bans may be lifted sooner. Watch for signs! Transportation and Agriculture Services • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100 (24 hours) Enforcement Services: 780-449-0170

Recreation galoreDuring Youth Week, May 1 to 7, students in Grades 7 to 12 are admitted free to any Strathcona County recreation facility: Millennium Place, Kinsmen Leisure Centre, Glen Allan Recreation Complex and the Strathcona Wilderness Centre. • www.strathcona.ca/youth 780-467-2211

Summer camp registration starts May 5.

Rally your family and friends, and sign up for the May 7 Recreation for Life Walk/Run to raise funds for a local non-profit organization, team or charity of your choice!

• www.strathcona.ca/recreation 780-467-2211

Tree pest workshopMay 11, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m.Wye Community Hall, 151 - 22559 Wye Road (Bailey’s Subdivision) Topics include insect damage, pathogens, symptoms and remedies. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100

Check out other County programs, services and events advertised on adjacent pages.

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May 17Community Centre, Sherwood Park

May 18Ardrossan Recreation Complex

Information central for rural residents Drop in at Rural Living Days where you will find tons of information of interest to rural residents. This family-friendly open house takes place May 14, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Ardrossan Recreation Complex. • www.strathcona.ca/tas 780-417-7100

Get prepared, Strathcona! Attend the Get prepared, Strathcona event May 15 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Community Centre. Learn how the County is prepared to handle a disaster and what you can do to prepare your family for an emergency. Learn how to make your own 72-hour emergency kit, or order a ready-made one. Parking is free in the parkade for the day. • www.strathcona.ca/sces 780-467-5216

Have your say in the aquatic strategyProvide your input on the County’s aquatic needs (indoor and outdoor). Drop in at an open house, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

• www.strathcona.ca/recreation 780-467-2211

Preparing your child to thrive Join resiliency expert Dr. Wayne Hammond as he shares ways parents can nurture their children’s strengths and build their skills to help deal with life’s challenges. May 26, 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Community Centre. The cost per person is $15, or two for $25. Register by May 24. • www.strathcona.ca/fcs 780-464-4044

Popular waste and recycling servicesDrop off household hazardous waste and electronics at Enviroservice events — May 12, 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., May 28, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. The address is 420 Streambank Avenue, Sherwood Park; enter from Petroleum Way and follow all signs. Watch for upcoming summer dates.

For Green Routine customers Put extra yard waste in clear plastic bags, and then put them out for pickup on your collection day May 16 to 20.

Large Item Pickup is coming. For your pickup date, check your collection schedule, the website or call.

• www.strathcona.ca/utilities 780-449-5514