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December Council meeting Dates

Council Meeting December 20th , 2016

All Meetings are held at Martensville City Hall in Council Chambers , 37 Centennial Dr . S and are open to the public . All meetings commence at 5PM .

Those wishing to address or do a presentation to Council must be placed on the agenda . To be placed on the agenda please contact the City Clerk ’ s office at City Hall or visit the website for details .

The full Council and Committee of the Whole Schedule can be obtained at martensville . ca

snow and ice Control Program - What You need to Know

The program aims to facilitate the handling of emergencies by Police , Fire , and Ambulance services during the winter months , reduce the hazards of icy conditions to motorists and pedestrians , and minimize the economic losses to the community and industry resulting from unsatisfactory winter driving conditions .

Information on general program procedures and the City ’ s Priority Map is available online at Martensville . ca , but here are a few ways you can help our crews keep our streets as clear and safe as possible :

- Do not shovel , blow , or push snow from private property onto the street – this causes snow ridges on your driveway when our plow cleans your street .

- Do not plow or pile snow on streets – this can block access to manholes and water valves and be a safety hazard .

- Clear your driveways in advance of the city ’ s snow clearing operations - this helps our operators clear your street more efficiently .

- Do not park your vehicle in an area where it could obstruct snow removal procedures - this hinders our operations and could result in a snow ridge blocking your vehicle in place .

- Do not leave large piles of snow at the corners of driveways – this snow can be caught by a raised snow-gate blade and topple over into your driveway or the street .

- Prevent snow from piling up on the front of your driveway by moving it near your tree / lawn areas behind your walkway .

-Watch for posted areas for Snow Removal - In case of snow and snow removal , crews need to have roads cleared off of all vehicles on posted streets . If you are going out of the City over the holidays please have your vehicles off City streets . Vehicles left on the street per the traffic bylaw are ticketed and towed ( to a non-posted area ).

Our crews strive to deliver excellent services , however sometimes weather can be unpredictable and snow and ice control activities may vary . Every reasonable effort will be made to remove snow and ice and create safe driving and walking conditions in a timely manner . recreation Program & event Update We are still taking registrations for a few programs starting up very soon . To register please come to the Martensville Athletic Pavilion . We are open Mon-Fri from 7am-10pm and Sat & Sun from 8am-9pm . For more information regarding these programs and or events contact recprograms @ martensville . ca or specialevents @ martensville . ca

These classes / events are starting very soon , don ’ t miss out !!

• Christmas Lights Registration Deadline

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Drop in Programs at the maP

Please visit our web site at www . martensville . ca to view all our Drop In Programs . We have something happening every day !!!

• Toddler Time – Mon . – Fri . 9:00 am-12:00 pm , $ 2

• After School Drop In – Mon . – Thurs . 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm ( children 10 & under must be supervised by an adult )

• Seniors Walking & Games – Mon . / Wed . / Fri . – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm , $ 2

• Open Gym Time – Mon . / Wed . / Fri . – 1:00 pm – 4:00 pm

• Line Dancing – Wed . 10:00am – 11:00 am

• Gentle Yoga – Wed . – 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm

• Floor Hockey – Wed . - Adult 8:15 pm – 10:00 pm

• Basketball – Thurs . - Youth 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm , Adult 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm , Sat . – 3:00 pm – 6:00 pm , Sun . 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Badminton – Fri . - Youth 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm , Adult 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

• Volleyball – Fri . - Youth 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm , Adult 8:00 pm – 10:00 pm

• Football – Saturday - Youth 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm , Adult 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm

• Public Drop In – Sat . – 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm , Sun . 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Water meter reads for Fall and Winter

Since October 2016 , the North Side of Martensville had their water meters read and the South was estimated . The South Side have their meters read in November , while the North will be estimated . This alternating schedule will continue until May . In May , both the North and South residents will have their meters read until the end of September . The alternating of meter reads and estimates will begin in October .

Residents have the option to call in or email in their meter reads . By reading your own meter , you can keep your account current and accurate between readings done by our meter readers . Although estimates are based on your account history , regular reads allow you to monitor your actual water consumption . To leave a meter reading , send an email or to speak to the Utility Clerk , call 306-683-5556 or email utilityclerk @ martensville . ca . Please note the Utility Clerk is in the office Monday – Friday from 9:00 a . m . to 5:00 p . m . You may leave a message as well . Please ensure that your meter reading is given to us the last week of the month .

How Do i read my Water meter Water meters may have a digital reading just like the odometer in your car . If you have a digital meter , record all the numbers in the boxes . To phone in your reading , simply read out all the numbers from left to right .

returning Your Waste and recycle Bins to Your Property- Waste Bylaw

Residents are reminded to return waste and recycle bins to their properties and off the street after bins have been picked up . Bins left on the street are potentially subject to damage caused by wind or traffic . Bins left on the street also interfere with local traffic , street parking as well as street sweeping or utility maintenance . Per the local bylaw , any person failing to adhere to the bylaw may be subject to fines .

To ensure your home is not missed on garbage day , please follow the tips provided by Loraas Disposal :

• Have the cart curbside by 7AM on collection day

• Keep the lid closed and ensure garbage does not prevent the lid from closing , do not overfill the cart

• Bag all trash and place inside the cart , bagged or unbagged garbage placed beside , in front , or on top of the cart will not be collected .

• Cut and bundle , or bag garden debris and place in the cart

For questions about garbage and recycling collection and schedules , visit Martensville . ca or contact City Hall .

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