Councillor Dawn Luhning — Council

Revote Policy Rescinded

A policy which would have allowed all letters addressed to and from Council members or the Mayor to be brought forth by a Council member unless the author refused lasted just two weeks

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City Borrows $30 Million

There was no arguing that there are some major infrastructure repairs and replacements needed; it’s how it’s going to be paid for which had one councillor fearing the worst.

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City Rebranding Itself? Who Pays For That?

When did the City decide to rebrand itself? Who is going to pay for it? These are questions that were on the mind of at least one Councillor at Monday's City Council meeting.

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Changes Made Regarding Garbage Collection

Some major changes are coming for some residents' garbage collection and although the words "Curbside Collection" came up in questioning, City Administration quickly shut the discussion down.

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Council Quarrels Over Crossing Signs

rossing a busy street can sometimes be a big chore but it seems that deciding on which corner to modernize can likewise be a little tricky as well.

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Council Prefers No Change to Election Date

Council discussed whether or not they agreed with proposed changes to extend their terms from four to five years and, without hesitation, they said no.

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Here is What Your City Councillors Earn

Whether you think they earned it or not, the remuneration and expenses paid for the City's elected officials was released as part of the 2017 public accounts.

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Industrial Park Draws Sparks

City Manager Jim Puffalt told Council that administration was asking for the two measures in order to ensure the new Southeast Industrial Park was ready for any potential tenant.

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City to Use Sheep to Battle Noxious Weeds

The hills are gonna be alive with something, although it isn't music. Portions of City owned green spaces may soon be alive with the sound of sheep.

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Exec Agrees on Pot Shop Locations

Whoever gets the final contract for the two new cannabis retailers in Moose Jaw will not be allowed to set up shop close to schools, parks, licensed daycares and playgrounds.

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Garbage Fees Rising Substantially

After the defeat of expanding curbside collection, reverting to back alley collection and operating weekly during the Summer months, the final bill has been tallied.

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Two New Bylaws Approved Including Tax Money

Two new bylaws were given a third reading at council on Monday, May the 14th.

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