According to a report from the provincial Ombudsman’s Office the City acted appropriately in dealing with the complaints about an infamous house on Hastings Street West.
But one councillor reminded Council the complaints were over 15 years and the complainant was frustrated after following the proper procedure to get something done over that time.
Read MoreThe real increase to property taxpayers by increasing water rates and ‘hiding’ increases in solid waste and recycling fees was highlighted by an annual enquiry to Administration from Councillor Brian Swanson.
Read MoreA matter from personnel committee drew a little bit of political sparring between councillors as to claims a potential raise for 14 in scope employees was hidden from the public.
The raise if approved in the 2021 Operating Budget will see the 14 out of scope employees share in an additional $91,000 above their recent June 2020 raise.
Read MoreDespite continued concerns about the proposed location of the new joint use school Council voted in favour of signing a non-binding Memorandum of Understanding to allow the project to move forward.
There was debate with the reasons for the continued concerns and opposition within the community about the proposed South Hill location read the story for further details as to why.
Read MoreCouncil has decided to offer ticket purchasers who can not get a refund for tickets they purchased to two concerts and three Warriors’ hockey games through Ticket Rocket equivalent value gift cards.
Council also heard for the first time that the troubles with Ticket Rocket were going on prior to the Scotties with Mosaic Place having to request monies to be remitted every Friday for the national women’s curling championship.
Council also admitted the gift cards are likely not what most ticket purchasers want but it is the best option as there is no $200,000 in the bank to pay out people still seeking refunds.
Read MoreAn example of the debate and political sparring that took place surrounding approval of spending close to $20 million at the August 24th regular Council meeting.
Read MoreTwo intersections will be upgraded as Council approves to proceed with some of the capital projects deferred due to the COVID - 19 pandemic and concerns about overall cashflow for the City of Moose Jaw.
Read MoreCouncil passed a bylaw updating not only their role but also the roles of the Board of Police Commissioners and the Chief of Police.
Read MoreWith no comment the major remuneration increases for Council passed third reading on Monday evening.
Read MoreNot receiving a major federal grant of $6.6 million for cast iron water main replacement has impacted the amount of pipe being replaced in 2020 and likely into 2021 as well.
Read MoreClosing the YMCA was a major controversy when the news was leaked to the community and despite the Moose Jaw YMCA now being defunct its last physical reminder in the city - the flagship Crescent Park headquarters - continues to stand as Council debated approving extra funds for its demolition.
Read MoreThe list of the top ten pay recipients working for the City of Moose Jaw in 2019.
Read MoreCompulsory wearing of masks while riding on transit and at City-owned facilities was discussed with a special meeting likely to establish the City’s policies on the controversial topic.
Read MoreThe COVID - 19 pandemic has changed how Moose Jaw Transit operates and at least one of those changes is being considered for Saturday service once things return to normal.
Read MoreHard work and civic pride was recognized with the 2020 Beautification Awards.
Read MoreIron Bridge Estates residents concerns about maintenance, road conditions, manhole covers and too many gophers making the affluent neighbourhood home caught the ear of Executive Committee.
Read MoreThe house a large majority of Moose Jaw has heard about in the media finally made it into Council for a reprieve of a maintenance order.
Read MoreThe large amount of outstanding 2020 property taxes did not phase Council but tax arrears drew caution from at least one quarter.
Read MoreAdministration admitted this year they are having problems properly mowing grass and weeds with COVID - 19 measures related to the reason why.
Read MoreA City grant program designed to help small businesses weather COVID - 19 had a seeming drought of potential applicants and nobody really knows why.
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