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Draft Goals Online – Have your say

Lucas Warren — Mon, 18 Jan 2010 18:23:21 +0000

Over the last year we have been listening to what you've had to say about the City of Wetaskiwin - what you like and what you don't. Based on what we've heard, the Wetaskiwin Tomorrow Committee, has released the first draft of proposed goals for the City. Have we got it right? What are we missing. Have a look and let us know. The goals will make up the Wetaskiwin Tomorrow Plan, proposed to be the long-term vision for the community -- creating a healthy, sustainable city that is adaptable and ready for the future. / Have your say on the Draft Plan / Take the Online Survey

Our Green Year a big success

Lucas Warren — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 23:10:57 +0000

On November 18, 2009 Craig and Layla Baird (Our Green Year) came to Wetaskiwin City Hall to talk about their year-long experiment to reduce their carbon footprint.

It was a fascinating and inspiring look at what it means to 'live green'. From creating a solar cooker, to recycling show water, the Bairds tried 365 different eco-activities. Some were basic (shorter showers), others more involved (making their own butter) but each highlighted the powerful impact that few (relatively) simple lifestyle changes can make in both your budget and your carbon footprint.

Our Green Year comes to Wetaskiwin!

Lucas Warren — Thu, 12 Nov 2009 17:42:05 +0000

Join us on November 18 at Wetaskiwin City Hall (4705 - 50 Avenue) to hear Craig and Layla Baird talk about about their year long experiment in green living.

For 365 days, the Bairds wrote about what it's really like living green -- from coffee-ground body scrubs to clothes washed with shower water. Their blog Our Green Year, was read around the world and in 2009 Alberta Venture listed the Bairds in Alberta's 50 most influential people list.

The event kicks off at 7:00 pm, upstairs at the newly renovated Wetaskiwin City Hall. In addition to the Bairds, there will also be eco-giveaways, cookies and a brief update on the Wetaskiwin Tomorrow initiative.

Wetaskiwin proposes liquor bylaw

Lucas Warren — Fri, 25 Sep 2009 20:59:23 +0000

On September 14, Bylaw 1753-09 was presented to Wetaskiwin City Council. If the bylaw is adopted by council, it will regulate 1) Pawn shop hours from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm, 2) Liquor retail establishment hours from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, 3) Liquor off-sales hours from 10:00 am to 8:00 pm, and 4) Liquor delivery services from 10:00 am to 8:30 pm.

What do you think of the proposed new bylaw?

Videos now online

Lucas Warren — Fri, 14 Aug 2009 20:27:48 +0000

We've read your comments, seen your pictures now we want to watch what you have to say about Wetaskiwin. As we go out to events and meet with people, we've been taking the handy Flip and asking you to talk about the City -- your favourite thing, what needs to be changed and why you came here. Go have a look and see what people are saying. If you like, you can even upload your own video.

Next CAG Meeting: August 13 @ 5:30pm

Lucas Warren — Fri, 07 Aug 2009 21:18:08 +0000

The next wtCAG meeting is 5:30 pm on August 13 at Wetaskiwin City Hall. The two major parts of the agenda will be discussions on the feedback we've been receiving and on our draft goals (what else can we add? what needs to be changed?) Aside from CAG members there will be lots of room for members of the public. If you want to come and see what goes on at these meetings and help us set some goals, please feel free to show up at City Hall before 5:30 pm (doors will be locked at 5:45 pm).

Twin City: Ashoro, Japan

Lucas Warren — Wed, 05 Aug 2009 21:28:19 +0000

"What is good about Wetaskiwin is it being twinned with Ashoro city in Japan. This association led to the creation of Ashoro Friendship Park as well as student exchange programs. When bored/drunk/whatever people destroy and vandalize this park all it really shows is that we as a community do not have enough maturity or caring to be able to have something like this This is a sad staement about our city. We need more pride in our community and something for the townfolk to rally around!"

Photo Contest: June Winner Announced

Lucas Warren — Thu, 16 Jul 2009 17:15:38 +0000

Congratulations to Soundchaser2009 on his photograph of the sun setting on Wetaskiwin -- winning the wt photo contest for the month of June. Aside from eternal fame and glory, Soundchaser2009 will also receive a $25 gift certificate to the historic MacEachern Tea House. Remember, we’re still looking for images that personally represent what makes Wetaskiwin a great place to live, work and play. There's still lots of time to get in for the months of July and August. And all uploaded photos are eligible for the grand prize of $500 for the overall best picture.