BOARD MEETING – JUNE 20, 2015

Posted on 29 June 2015 by Gale

CLEAR LAKE CABIN ASSOCIATION BOARD MEETING
ONANOLE RECREATION CENTER
JUNE 20TH, 2015
PRESENT: Trevor Winters, Brad Collett, Gloria Belliveau, Joyce Harland, Nelda Didychuk, Joan James, JoAnn Lombaert, Brian McVicar, Keith Vinthers, Paul Barnabe, Andrew Urbanowicz.
ABSENT: Kevin Alguire
Meeting called to order at 9:15 a.m.
Past President Brian McVicar took over the floor. He stated that there have been two recent incidents when Parks staff have been criticized or attacked by a member of this Board and that these incidents have negatively impacted our working relationship with the Park. He stated that the first incident occurred last fall when someone approached the RMNP Superintendent while she was at a meeting in Winnipeg and made comments critical of two Parks employees who work closely with the Board. The second incident occurred in the TR McCoys restaurant in Wasagaming in May when the President was overheard making remarks critical to a Parks employee. The Past President then stated that in his opinion the current President was responsible for both these incidents, as his sources indicated this to be the case. The President indicated that he has not spoken to the Superintendent in over 3 years and that he has not been in TR McCoys restaurant this year, and has not made any negative statements about Parks employees. The Past President agreed to meet privately with the President at the end of the meeting to detail what he had heard and who he had heard it from. The meeting then went back to the Agenda.
Approval of Agenda – additions- Preparations for Fall Annual General Meeting Elections.

Procedures for July 5 General Meeting at Jamboree Hall – Need tables, chairs and volunteers.

BUILDING GUIDELINE REVIEW

The Board was reviewing guidelines for the sake of clarity and to recommend to the park any items which we felt required the park to clarify.

John said that he felt that Waskeseu went overboard on their guidelines, making them too exacting which resulted in the effect of row housing.

Joan explained that Waskesiu have a very complicated set of Guidelines. Our Guidelines review committee are not asking for that kind of Guidelines, but a few simple clarifications.

Andrew raised the issue of the pot lights installed on some of the newer buildings.

Joyce suggested this is mentioned in the Rac Report (Dark Sky).

Joan suggested that as mentioned in the Rac Report, some cabins could be 20 feet at front, and some have reduced street elevations to help avoid the cookie Cutter look.

Trevor said that Dale and Dwight do not issue “exceptions”, they give easements and variances.

Brad brought definitions of Decks, etc. for the Board’s information. They are as follows:

BALCONY means a raised structure that is attached to a main building and has a walking surface greater than one storey above the established grade at the ground level of that face of the building and the structure does not have a permanent roof.

DECK means a raised structure that is constructed at or slightly above the established grade, that may or may not be attached to the main building, and does not have a permanent roof.

PATIO means an exterior structure that is constructed at or slightly above the established grade, that may or may not be attached to the main building and does not have a permanent roof.

VERANDAH means a raised structure that is attached, but incidental to the main building, that is attached to or integrated with another structure such as the entry stair, porch or deck, and that may or may not have a permanent roof or overhang.

Brian suggested we leave balcony footprints out of the whole cabin footprints to encourage smaller footprints. He suggested we allow them on 16 x 24 cabin size only and only on the back.

PARK MODELS

John suggested that Park Models should be modified to hook up to electrical supply the same as all cabins. The Park have said that it is not possible.

MOTION made by Brian and seconded by Brad that we grandfather existing Park Models and any current confirmed orders for them as of June 20th, 2015 and allow no further Park Models. Voted for – Nelda,John, Joyce, Brad, JoAnn, Gloria. Voted against – Trevor, Paul, Andy, Joan ,Keith. CARRIED

Paul remarked that they may be acceptable to the Park and to some owners.

Brian said he had done a cost comparison and they are not comparable to building in costs.

Paul said that he agreed they are not comparable in cost, but serve a purpose for those who cannot afford to build, but feels that they do not have a place in the Park.

Joan talked to an owner of a Park Model who said it was a solution for her because she could not build.

Brad reminded the Board that we have to consider the future of the area.

Nelda said she feels Park Models do not fit in our area as we are a “cabin area”.

Joyce was concerned that they might not hold their value.

John said there are two sides to this story, however we are a “cabin area”.

Trevor said he does not want anyone to feel that they are second class citizens.

Brian feels that we need clear recommendations. We need to be clear that we are a “cabin area”.

Joyce wished the park would have consulted the Board before Park Models were permitted.

MOTION made by Brian and seconded by Andy that all old existing trailers be given three years to be removed. Voted for – Paul, Nelda, Brian, Joyce, Brad, JoAnn. Voted against – Trevor, Andy, Keith, John, Joan, Gloria. DEFEATED

Trevor does not want to appear to be forcing people.

Brad feels the timing is right as the water and sewer infrastructure bills are just going out.

Andy said his concern is that some are not being maintained.

YARD SETBACKS

Keith would like the Park to give more clarification on setbacks.

SIDE YARD CANTILEVERS AND FRONT AND BACK CANTILEVERS AND BAY WINDOWS

More clarification is needed.

UPPER FLOOR DECKS AND BALCONIES

Definitions earlier clarified. Are balconies with one foot extension considered to be part of the cabin footprint?

MOTION by Brian and seconded by Paul that in order to encourage a smaller footprint we allow a second floor balcony of eight feet by eight feet on the rear of 16 x 24 two story cabins as additional square footage (over 768 square feet). Voted for Paul, Brian, JoAnn. Voted against – Trevor, Andy, Nelda, Keith, John, Joyce, Brad, Joan, Gloria. DEFEATED

Keith asked how many cabins are 16 x 24.

STREET ELEVATION

Brad indicated that this is covered in the MOU.

Joan suggested that in order to avoid cookie cutter cabins, cabins should only be twenty feet at the back, and lower at the front.

John suggested that cabin peaks only should be twenty feet, and we should not allow any more twenty foot walls.

Gloria remarked that cabin owners do not have to build to twenty feet but can build a lower peak.

MOVED by Brad and seconded by John that two sheds will be allowed behind cabin if one is a bathroom shed. Bathroom sheds are to be included in the 768 square footage. A storage shed of 48 square feet will be permitted if it is within the lot lines. A storage shed is not included in the 768 square footage. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

CABIN FOOTPRINT AND SHEDS

For clarification, the maximum cabin footprint is 16 x 32, however with an attached shed (outside entry only) the footprint may be 16 x 35, with the extra three feet not counted in the 768 square footage. The maximum size of the storage shed shall be 48 square feet, shall be within the lot line, must have exterior door only and is not counted in the 768 square footage. The bathroom shed will be six feet by eight feet and shall be included in the 768 square footage

MOTION by Keith and seconded by Brad that any cabin wall greater than eight feet in height and facing the street must contain archetectural relief such as a false roof line, PLUS one or more of the following – variation in siding, feature window, gable, or variation in plane of wall.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

AIR CONDITIONERS

Ground level air conditioners should be placed on the front or back of your cabin or on the side of your cabin that has your own patio and not on the side of your neighbour’s patio.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

Recommend we ask the Park if they are following the recommendations in the Rac Report.

ADDITIONAL CONCERNS

Nelda suggested that instead of reviewing the Building Guidelines every time we meet, could we consider other things like portable garages, vegetation, garbage, etc .

Gloria raised the issue of all the trees that are being removed, but no one is planting any replacements,

Joyce reminded the Board that the computer warranty runs out in August and asked if the Board wanted to purchase an extension for 2 years extra for $280. Discussion followed.

MOTION by Joyce and seconded by Brian that we purchase the warranty extension.
CARRIED

MEETING WITH PARK

To be arranged by President.

Meeting adjourned at 1:10 p.m.

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BOARD MEETING – MAY 16, 2015

Posted on 29 June 2015 by Gale

CLEAR LAKE CABIN ASSOCIATION BOARD MEETING
SMOKEY HOLLOW RESORT
MAY 16th, 2015
PRESENT: Trevor Winters, Brad Collett, Gloria Belliveau, Joyce Harland, Keith Vinthers, JoAnn Lombaert, Paul Barnabe, Joan James, Andrew Urbanovicz, Dale Wallis, Dwight McMillan
ABSENT: John George, Kevin Alguire, Nelda Didychuk, Brian McVicar
Meeting called to order at 9:30 a.m.
AGENDA: Moved by Joyce and seconded by Andrew that the agenda be accepted as presented.
MINUTES: Trevor thanked Nelda for taking the minutes of the previous meeting in the absence of the secretary. After review of the minutes of October 18th, 2014, a motion to adopt the minutes was made by Paul and seconded by Brad. CARRIED
MATTERS ARISING: Both items to be covered later in the agenda.
CONTACT INFORMATION: Moved by Paul and seconded by Brad that Board members names, cabin addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addressed be put in the newsletter and posted on the washroom bulletin boards. CARRIED
The 4 board members not present at the meeting to be contacted prior to the information being published.
TREASURER’S REPORT: as of October 18th,2014
Revenue: As of October 18th, 2014 $10,759.27
Membership Deposit 40.00
Total Revenue to 2015 $10,799.27
Expenses:
Mileage – Portage la Prairie Meeting – October 18th, 2014 $ 415.80
Lunch – Portage ls Prairie Meeting – October 18th, 2014 168.85
Mileage – Committee Meeting – John George 160.20
Mileage – Committee Meeting – Joan James 151.20
Mileage – Banking – Dec.1/14 &Apr.9/15 – Joyce Harland 18.00
Return deposit to Kathy Howard – Jamboree Hall from J. Hall 80.00
Site lock(Oct.21/14 – Oct.21/17
Private Domain (Oct.21/14 – July 24/15) 235.53
Stamps 8.93
WTA fees 500.00
Website domain renewal (July 24/15 – July 24/16) 131.06 (US)
Private domain renewal (July 24/15 – July 14/16) 9.99 (US)
Wordpress hosting renewal (May 23/15 – July 24/16 (84.32 US) 131.06 (Can)
Total Expenses to May 16th, 2015 $1,869.57
Total Assets to May 16th, 2015 $8,929.70
Westoba Bank Balance as of April 30th, 2015 $9,066.76
Subtract outstanding cheques 149.06
Add Westoba Equity and share 13.00
Bank Reconciliation – May 16th 2015 $8,929.70
Paid up members to date – 416 This gives us 79% paid up members
Prepared by Joyce Harland. Treasurer
MOU REVIEW: The work guidelines recommended in the MOU are generally accepted. The Board is to provide opinions to Parks Canada.
WATER, SEWAR SYSTEM AND PAVING:
Presented by Dale Wallis
RM CLCA RoadPaving $ 615,897 $——– $ 615,897 $1,110
Total Project Cost $2,443,502 $22,701 $49,576 $9,915 $2,525,694 $4,551
LOTS: Sold 530 Amount to invoice $4,553
Surveyed Lots 25
Total Lots Surveyed 555
2015-16 PARKS CANADA Cabin Area Work Plan: Was reviewed as presented. Moved by Brad and
seconded by Keith that the plan be accepted as presented. CARRIED
BOAT COVE: There will be 4 boat launches operating this summer. There will be a canoe launch at the boat cove as well as the one at the canoe cove. The 2nd Street swimming dock is being replaced with a new sturdier dock. Work is continuing on improving the roads and parking at the boat cove.
RAC REPORT: Dale explained that the Rac Report is information for long term development of the cabin area.
DIRECTION OF BOARD RE BUILDING GUIDELINES: It was decided that the building guidelines do not need to be on our website. Moved by Keith and seconded by Brad that the guidelines and all r3eference to them be removed from the website. CARRIED
It is important that the Board be involved in the building guidelines. The Board will review the building guideline suggestions in the Rac Report and develop firm recommendation. Trevor to call a board meeting for this reason in the next few weeks.
TRAFFIC FLOW ISSUES-NORTH END STREETS: It was suggested that a survey be sent out to all north end residents. It was suggested that all residents be surveyed as the south end have experience that could be useful.
CLCA COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP:
Buildings and Ground –Trevor and Andy will do the walk around.
Townsite Security – Gloria and JoAnn
Vegetation – Brian, Nelda and JoAnn
Website – Joyce
Newsletter – Trevor and Joyce
Doctor`s Residence –Joan
NEW BUSINESS: The George Neilly Gas Station site has been sold, but future plans are not known at this time.
A quest ion was raised re open propane fires, and Dale replied that no open flames are allowed.
There are several Hydro street lights out or flickering and the procedure for having them fixed is to call Manitoba and give them the number that is written on the pole.
NEXT MEETING: Will be called by the president.
Brad adjourned the meeting at 2:20 p.m.

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PAVING IN WASAGAMING AREA

Posted on 24 June 2015 by Gale

“Maple Leaf paving will be in Wasagaming from Sunday, June 28/15 to Thursday, July 2/15 In addition to a few repairs in the CLCG they will be paving a section of Tawapit east, the trail from Deep Bay to golf course and repairs to Boat Cove Rd. The Park apologizes in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.”

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PARKS CANADA NOTICE

Posted on 15 June 2015 by Gale

Parks Canada Notice – “We appreciate cabin owners goal to establish the new grass along the road and have accepted the placement of various ‘boundary’ markers to facilitate this over the spring. However, with summer just around the corner, we wish to remind cabin owners that permanent installations are not allowed on public lands outside of your legal lot lines. Please remove all stones, stakes, wood, etc, that you may have placed along the road side. Thank you. “

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SPRING 2015 NEWSLETTER

Posted on 11 June 2015 by Gale

Spring 2015 Newsletter
After a relatively mild winter, and a very early spring, we are all ready and waiting for summer and another season at the lake (and to see and experience our area with new, smooth, paved roads). Since the 2014 annual meeting, two board meetings have been held with another meeting scheduled for early June before the July membership meeting is held in Jamboree Hall.

Here are your current Executive Members:

PRESIDENT: TREVOR WINTERS
CELL: 204-795-8893
EMAIL: mistey@mymts.net
CABIN: 23 – 2ND STREET NORTH

VICE PRESIDENT: BRAD COLETTE
CELL: 204-487-0674
EMAIL: joelleandbrad@gmail.com
CABIN: 70 – 4TH STREET SOUTH

SECRETARY: GLORIA BELIVEAU
CELL: 204-218-2952
EMAIL: g_beliveau@live.com
CABIN: 21 – 3RD STREET NORTH

TREASURER: JOYCE HARLAND
CELL: 204-250-7965
EMAIL: joyceharlandclca@gmail.com
CABIN: 18 2ND STREET SOUTH

PAST PRESIDENT: BRIAN MCVICAR
EMAIL: mcvicar@wcgwave.ca
CABIN: 4 – 5TH STREET NORTH

Here are your current Board Members:

KEVIN ALGUIRE
RESIDENCE: 403-245-9623
EMAIL: kevin.alguire@gmail.com

PAUL BARNABE
CELL: 204-304-0378
EMAIL: paulbarnabe@hotmail.com
CABIN: 20 – 5TH STREET NORTH

NELDA DIDYCHUK
CELL: 204-895-8267
EMAIL: edidychuk@mts.net
CABIN: 35 – 2ND STREET NORTH

JOHN GEORGE
CELL: 204-724-6136
EMAIL: jageorge@mymts.net
CABIN: 4 – 4TH STREET SOUTH

JOAN JAMES
CELL: 204-476-6161
EMAIL: ejames567@mymts.net
CABIN: 14 – 2ND STREET NORTH

JO-ANN LOMBAERT
CELL: 204-761-5582
EMAIL: jo-ann51@hotmail.com
CABIN: 9 – 5TH STREET SOUTH

ANDREW URBANOWICZ
CELL: 204-803-3931
EMAIL: aurbanowicz@winnipeg.ca
CABIN: 23 – 1ST STREET SOUTH

KEITH VINTHERS
CELL: 204-724-2170
EMAIL: vinthers@wcgwave.ca
CABIN: 18 – 2ND STREET NORTH
 
2015 Leases and Loan Repayment:

In July, Parks Canada will be sending all cabin owners a letter with two (2) invoices in it. One invoice will be for our water / sewer / garbage fees, and the second invoice will be each cabin owners share for the installation of the water and sewer lines in 2013, and the repair and paving of our streets in 2014. It is important that everyone knows that there will be 2 invoices in the letter we receive from the Park in July.
Water/sewer/garbage invoice for season – $446.63 (up $10.00 from last year)
Invoice for Infrastructure Project
As of this report, the CLCA consist of 416 cabin owners. Thanks to Joyce Harland for her hard work in co-ordinating the membership lists

The Good News:

The original water sewer project budget was established in 2012 at $5000 per cabin. We can now happily report that the project has come in significantly under that budget (and that is a rare event in this day and age). There are a number of factors involved:

Parks Canada staff (Dale Wallis and Dwight McMillan) managed and supervised the entire project as part of their regular duties, rather than leaving the project management to Public Works Canada. This resulted in a significant financial savings for cabin owners.
Park staff also did line isolations as part of their regular duties (this is isolating water lines to washrooms and cook shacks so that they are on separate lines). Our costs also include the cost of the connection or junction boxes that we have between Cabins
Over and above our 530 leased lots, there are an additional 25 surveyed lots. The individual cost for the project for these unleased 25 lots, will be carried by Parks Canada and they will recover that money when, or if, these lots are ever released for leases.

In July, your invoice as per your share of the project will be $4,553.00, which is significantly below the original budgeted amount. This amount includes several charges:

As cabin owners, we paid the cost of salary for Michael Rac for the summer of 2013 when Michael lived in our area and spoke with cabin owners about cabin area issues. Micheal submitted a brief interim report in 2013 and a final report in the fall of 2014.
Charges for the students who worked throughout the area last summer (2014) bringing in new topsoil and planting grass seed
Cabin owners also paid for the junction or connection boxes between each cabin.

Thank you to Dale Wallis and his staff for a job well done. Specific questions related to the project will be answered at our spring members meeting.

The cabin area consists of 530 cabins/lots, 32 cook shacks and wood shelters, 10 public washrooms, and 1 shower building.

In 2012 the Board met with the Hon. Bob Sopuck, MP for our area to ask if there might be any money forthcoming from either the Federal or Provincial governments to assist cabin owners with the cost of the water/sewer project. Following a series of meetings with various government departments it was determined that there was NO money available to us at that time. However in the 2015 Federal Budget a new infrastructure program was announced and once again, the Board, on behalf of cabin owners has contacted various government agencies, especially the Infrastructure Secretariat and Mr. Sopucks office again to ask if any money might be available at this time. We have not yet received an official response but all indications are that we are not going to receive any grant money.

Future of Public Facilities in the Cabin Area

There has been some concern expressed about the future of the public facilities in the cabin area. To put everyone’s mind at ease, I will quote from the terms of the Memorandum of Understanding that the CLCA Board signed with Parks Canada in 2012

It is agreed that all public washrooms and the shower building will be retained until October, 2019 or 5 years after the infrastructure project is completed, whichever is greater. After this date, Parks Canada and the CLCA Board will annually review the public washroom and shower requirements. Based on the number of cabins connected to shared services, and the location of these cabins, washrooms may be closed pursuant to mutual agreement. The public shower building may be retained until such time as the parties mutually agree or the building has reached the end of its useable life.

Budget For 2015 For Cabin Area

To provide members with a better understanding of where their money is allocated, and how it is spent, we provide the following break-out of charges for the 2015-16 season.

Cleaning washrooms and shower building $85,196.00

Cleaned 5 days a week starting May 2nd and continuing to June 15, when cleaning occurs 7 days a week

Building maintenance and repairs $48,904.00

Plumbing repairs/maintenance/opening and closing $16,698.00
Chimneys maintain and repair $2,718.00
Electrical repairs maintenance $2969.00
General repair and maintenance $2963.00
Shingle one shelter $2155.00
Stove replacement (one) $5958.00
Wood Shelter roof $1955.00
Hydro washrooms and Jamboree Hall $6500.00
Hydro Shower Building $6500.00

Road and street maintenance $5,983.00

Spot patch $1056.00
Blade back lanes $951.00
Spot gravel in back lanes $1238.00
Dust control $1306.00
Sign maintenance $799.00
Sweep sidewalks in spring $158.00
Snowplow streets in spring $475.00

Maintenance / Grounds Maintenance $34,170.00

Mow grass in common area $1,621.00
Clean-up wood sheds, collect ashes and chips $4,794.00
Tree Removal (safety issues) $11,618.00 Firewood delivery $5,662.00 Firewood cutting and stockpiling $10,475.00

TOTAL $174,253.00.

Web Site:

We are registered as clearlakecabinassociation.org, and we are still negotiating for ownership to clearlakecabinassociation.com. as well. The web site has been a useful tool for presenting information to cabin owners and the Board encourages members to use the web site to communicate your thoughts and ideas to everyone (it is one avenue of direct communication with the board, and other cabin owners), and also to register your e-mail addresses with our web-site co-ordinator Joyce Harland .

Changes to the Boat Cove

You will see significant changes to the boat cove when you arrive at the lake. This year the Park is implementing a mandatory Boat Inspection for all boaters who use Clear Lake. This is in an effort to prevent the spread of Zebra Mussels into the lake. The new boat inspection station has been constructed in the area just past the N Road and just as you enter the boat launch area proper. In addition there is another dock and there will also be another canoe/kayak launch as well. Parking for cars and trailers has been increased marginally, and it is a step in the right direction. We do not yet know the status of boat launches at the golf course or at Spruces on the North Shore

Shore Road on the North End – Burm construction

The Shore Road at the North end of the cabin area, adjacent to the lake is on Parks Canada property and as a result it was not paved last fall when our streets were done. Last fall the Park built a small earthen Burm or Dam on the north shoulder of the road to prevent erosion and direct drainage into the lake during heavy rains. At the time this was done, it was understood that the water collected as a result of the Burm (Dam) would be connected to a central drainage system in order to prevent water puddling on the road in front of cabins and to ensure that the Shore Road would not become so muddy as to be impassable.

This has not yet been completed, and we will continue to monitor the situation with the Park.

All North end streets in the cabin area remain blocked at the North end (at the shore road) which necessitates that all vehicular traffic when exiting North End streets, has to back completely down the street. Alternatively, vehicles turn around in people’s yards on newly seeded lawns.

Building Guidelines

The CLCA has an ADVISORY CAPACITY ONLY in the development of building guidelines for the cabin area. Parks Canada participates in discussions with the CLCA Board in the development of building guidelines, but ultimately, final authority on what the building guidelines look like, are Parks Canada authority. However, the CLCA does have influence on the building guidelines, through the Consultative process.

The Board, at our August 2014 meeting formed a sub-committee to review, and perhaps recommend “tweeks” to our building guidelines. Their recommendations would come back to the Board for review and decision. This committee was led by Joan James, with John George, Kevin Alguire and Jeff Sim as members. Our intent was to strike a sub-committee of cabin owners: one of whom had built a new 16×32 with a second floor, one who had done a major renovation on an existing cabin, one person who was planning on building and one person who was not on the Board but understood the building guidelines and who had built to 16×32 one level. The committee met several times throughout the fall of 2014 and brought their discussion documents forward to the Board for our October 2015 meeting.

Discussions continue and to date, no recommendations have been forwarded to the Park.

The Board welcomes your thoughts and input into these discussions. Please write and sign a letter stating your thoughts on building guidelines and give it to any Board member for Board in-put and discussion or send an email to info@clearlakecabinassociation.org and it will be printed and brought to the Board meeting on June 20, 2015.

Board Committees:

Boating and Marine – John George and Brian McVicar as alternate
Building and Grounds – Trevor Winters and Andy Urbanowicz
Townsite Security – Gloria Belliveau Nelda Didychuk
Vegetation Committee – Brian McVicar, Jo Ann Lombaert, Nelda Didychuk
Website – Joyce Harland
Doctor`s Residence Committee – Joan James
WTA Finance Committee – Trevor Winters
Newsletter –Trevor Winters, Joyce Harland

Date of the 2015 Spring Meeting

The spring meeting will be held on Sunday July 5, 2015 Registration: 9:00 a.m. Meeting: 10:00 am – noon at the Jamboree Hall (Annual Meeting dates to be determined).

Odds and Ends

The Board would like to remind everyone that the Park does not pick up garbage items such as : televisions, bar-b-ques, couches, fridges, carpeting, old lawn chairs, construction refuse, old picnic tables and other large or electronic items. We are expected to take this material to the land fill in Onanole or to the appropriate recycling depot.

In 2010, construction hours in the summer were extended one hour, meaning that summer construction hours will be from 10:00 am to 6:00 pm for the period from July 1 to the end of the September long weekend.

Just a reminder to be sensitive to each other regarding our area, and in use of cook shacks. There are common sense guidelines that we can follow; clean-up after you use the cook shack, don’t carve or burn initials into the cook shacks, quiet time needs to start at 11:00 pm, and the cook shacks are for everyone`s use, so we do need to be co-operative with each other.

Also, as there are many dogs in our area, this is a reminder that dogs should be on leashes at all times.

Memberships for 2014/2015

Membership ($20) in the Clear Lake Cabin Association is for a 2 year period. This year is the second year of the 2 year period. Membership gives you the right to voice your opinions and vote at the General Meeting in July, and the Annual Meeting in September and any other special meetings held. The membership fee covers association operating expenses.

We have 525 cabins in our area (530 lots). We are asking you to purchase your membership through the mail. This saves the executive a lot of canvassing time throughout the summer. Please fill out the membership information below and return with your cheque to:
Clear Lake Cabin Association
c/o Joyce Harland
Box 292
Onanole, MB R0J 1N0
Make cheques payable ($20.00) to Clear Lake Cabin Association.
Receipts will be returned to you by e- mail or hand delivered to your cabin this summer.

Name of registered permit holder(s): _______________________________________________

Home Address: ________________________________________________________________

City: _______________________ Province: ________________ Postal Code: _______________

Cabin Address: _________________________________________________________________

Email Address: _________________________________________________________________

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PARKS CANADA STAFF MEETING – JAMBOREE HALL

Posted on 11 June 2015 by Gale

Parks Canada will be holding a staff meeting at the Jamboree Hall on Thursday, June 18, 2015 between 9:00 a.m. and 12:00 noon. This meeting is for Park duties only and not related to the Clear Lake Cabin Association or our area.

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FIGHT AGAINST ZEBRA MUSSELS

Posted on 28 May 2015 by Gale

PROVINCE KICKS OFF PHASE TWO OF FIGHT AGAINST ZEBRA MUSSELS
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Watercraft Inspection Program in Operation, Canine Unit Available: Minister Nevakshonoff

Manitoba has launched its detection and awareness campaign in the fight against zebra mussels and will more than double the number of staff and equipment available for detection since zebra mussels were discovered in Lake Winnipeg, Conservation and Water Stewardship Minister Tom Nevakshonoff announced today.

“Fighting the expansion of this highly invasive species takes a concerted effort by everyone who enjoys our lakes and rivers,” Minister Nevakshonoff said. “We took an aggressive approach to control zebra mussels last year in four harbours, but mussels survived outside the harbours, so now more than ever, we need everyone’s support and vigilance.”

To assist with control efforts this year, the aquatic invasive species (AIS) program has once again launched its annual watercraft inspection program. This program has been greatly expanded since 2013 and now has six decontamination units available, the minister said. The goal is to prevent the introduction of new AIS into Manitoba while helping to contain the spread of zebra mussels within the province, he added.

Watercraft inspectors have taken decontamination units to locations such as the Emerson and Boissevain border crossings, and the Selkirk Park and Pine Falls boat launches, inspecting more than 200 watercraft and performing eight decontaminations from May 21 to 25, Minister Nevakshonoff said.

“This year, a detection dog is also available to assist with determining zebra mussel presence on watercraft and water-related equipment,” the minister said. “Following a successful training period, the dog was deployed this past weekend at Emerson and will assist at high-risk and high-traffic watercraft inspection stations and border crossings in Manitoba when available.”

Last year, Manitoba introduced proposed legislation with a number of measures that would be specifically aimed at preventing the spread of zebra mussels and complement federal regulatory changes. The new provincial AIS legislation would:

prohibit the possession, transportation and release of aquatic invasive species;
require trailered watercraft to stop and allow an inspection of the watercraft and water-based gear at watercraft inspection stations; and
allow the designation of control zones, where restrictions and prohibitions can be established in specific areas to prevent the introduction or control the spread of an AIS.
Increased awareness of zebra mussels led to the recent report of them on a private dock in the Red River, near Selkirk Park, the minister said. Adult mussels were found on the float underneath a dock and appeared to be dead. They were likely from last year, although one was still firmly attached to the dock’s float. This is the first evidence of zebra mussels in the Manitoba portion of the Red River, he noted, adding that further monitoring will take place to determine whether they have successfully established in the northern portion of the Red River.

Everyone is asked to do their part by:

cleaning and removing any visible aquatic plants, AIS or mud from the watercraft, trailer and all water-related gear;
draining water from compartments; and
drying all equipment and any hard-to-drain compartments that have contacted the water with a dry towel or sponge before it is used in any other body of water.

To report a zebra mussel or any other AIS from a new location, take pictures and visit www.gov.mb.ca/conservation/waterstewardship/stopais/or call toll-free 1-877-STOP AIS-0 (1-877-867-2470).

ALL WATERCRAFT HAVE TO BE INSPECTED BY THE PARK BEFORE ENTERING ANY WATER BODY IN THE PARK. INSPECTIONS ARE BY APPOINTMENT ONLY, CALL 204-848-7275. INSPECTIONS TAKE LESS THAN 15 MINUTES.

Thanks for you support to protect Clear Lake.

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CLCA BOARD MEETING – MAY 16, 2015

Posted on 28 May 2015 by Gale

CLEAR LAKE CABIN ASSOCIATION BOARD MEETING
SMOKEY HOLLOW RESORT
MAY 16th, 2015

PRESENT: Trevor Winters, Brad Collett, Gloria Belliveau, Joyce Harland, Keith Vinthers, JoAnn Lombaert, Paul Barnabe, Joan James, Andrew Urbanovicz, Dale Wallis, Dwight McMillan

ABSENT: John George, Kevin Alguire, Nelda Didychuk, Brian McVicar

Meeting called to order at 9:30 a.m.

AGENDA: Moved by Joyce and seconded by Andrew that the agenda be accepted as presented.

MINUTES: Trevor thanked Nelda for taking the minutes of the previous meeting in the absence of the secretary. After review of the minutes of October 18th, 2014, a motion to adopt the minutes was made by Paul and seconded by Brad. CARRIED

MATTERS ARISING: Both items to be covered later in the agenda.

CONTACT INFORMATION: Moved by Paul and seconded by Brad that Board members names, cabin addresses, phone numbers and e-mail addressed be put in the newsletter and posted on the washroom bulletin boards. CARRIED
The 4 board members not present at the meeting to be contacted prior to the information being published.

TREASURER’S REPORT: as of October 18th,2014

Revenue: As of October 18th, 2014 $10,759.27
Membership Deposit 40.00
Total Revenue to 2015 $10,799.27

Expenses:

Mileage – Portage la Prairie Meeting – October 18th, 2014 $ 415.80
Lunch – Portage ls Prairie Meeting – October 18th, 2014 168.85
Mileage – Committee Meeting – John George 160.20
Mileage – Committee Meeting – Joan James 151.20
Mileage – Banking – Dec.1/14 &Apr.9/15 – Joyce Harland 18.00
Return deposit to Kathy Howard – Jamboree Hall from J. Hall 80.00
Site lock(Oct.21/14 – Oct.21/17
Private Domain (Oct.21/14 – July 24/15) 235.53
Stamps 8.93
WTA fees 500.00
Website domain renewal (July 24/15 – July 24/16) 131.06 (US)
Private domain renewal (July 24/15 – July 14/16) 9.99 (US)
Wordpress hosting renewal (May 23/15 – July 24/16 (84.32 US) 131.06 (Can)

Total Expenses to May 16th, 2015 $1,869.57

Total Assets to May 16th, 2015 $8,929.70

Westoba Bank Balance as of April 30th, 2015 $9,066.76
Subtract outstanding cheques 149.06
Add Westoba Equity and share 13.00
Bank Reconciliation – May 16th 2015 $8,929.70

Paid up members to date – 416 This gives us 79% paid up members

Prepared by Joyce Harland. Treasurer

MOU REVIEW: The work guidelines recommended in the MOU are generally accepted. The Board is to provide opinions to Parks Canada.

WATER, SEWAR SYSTEM AND PAVING:
Presented by Dale Wallis
RM CLCA RoadPaving $ 615,897 $——– $ 615,897 $1,110
Total Project Cost $2,443,502 $22,701 $49,576 $9,915 $2,525,694 $4,551
LOTS: Sold 530 Amount to invoice $4,553
Surveyed Lots 25
Total Lots Surveyed 555

2015-16 PARKS CANADA Cabin Area Work Plan: Was reviewed as presented. Moved by Brad and
seconded by Keith that the plan be accepted as presented. CARRIED

BOAT COVE: There will be 4 boat launches operating this summer. There will be a canoe launch at the boat cove as well as the one at the canoe cove. The 2nd Street swimming dock is being replaced with a new sturdier dock. Work is continuing on improving the roads and parking at the boat cove.

RAC REPORT: Dale explained that the Rac Report is information for long term development of the cabin area.

DIRECTION OF BOARD RE BUILDING GUIDELINES: It was decided that the building guidelines do not need to be on our website. Moved by Keith and seconded by Brad that the guidelines and all r3eference to them be removed from the website. CARRIED
It is important that the Board be involved in the building guidelines. The Board will review the building guideline suggestions in the Rac Report and develop firm recommendation. Trevor to call a board meeting for this reason in the next few weeks.

TRAFFIC FLOW ISSUES-NORTH END STREETS: It was suggested that a survey be sent out to all north end residents. It was suggested that all residents be surveyed as the south end have experience that could be useful.

CLCA COMMITTEE MEMBERSHIP:

Buildings and Ground –Trevor and Andy will do the walk around.
Townsite Security – Gloria and JoAnn
Vegetation – Brian, Nelda and JoAnn
Website – Joyce
Newsletter – Trevor and Joyce
Doctor`s Residence –Joan

NEW BUSINESS: The George Neilly Gas Station site has been sold, but future plans are not known at this time.
A quest ion was raised re open propane fires, and Dale replied that no open flames are allowed.
There are several Hydro street lights out or flickering and the procedure for having them fixed is to call Manitoba and give them the number that is written on the pole.

NEXT MEETING: Will be called by the president.

Brad adjourned the meeting at 2:20 p.m.

The above minutes are intended for your perusal only and need to be approved at the next Board Meeting.

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Board Meeting – Saturday, May 16, 2015

Posted on 12 May 2015 by Gale

Board Meeting – Saturday, May 16, 2015
at the Smokey Hollow Motel in Onanole, MB
9:30 a.m.

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BOARD MEETING MINUTES – OCTOBER 18, 2014

Posted on 12 May 2015 by Gale

I am sorry but somehow these minutes must have gotten misplaced. I was looking for them to review at our upcoming meeting this Saturday and discovered I had never posted them on this site. I hope it’s better late than never. My apologies to our membership but here they are now.

CLEAR LAKE CABIN ASSOCIATION
SATURDAY OCTOBER 18, 2014
Tornado’s Restaurant
1107 Saskatchewan Avenue
Portage la Prairie
Board Meeting
Present – Trevor Winters, Joyce Harland, Andy Urbanowicz, Brian McVicar, John George, Paul Barnabe, Joanne Lambert, Joan James, Brad Collett, Nelda Didychuk
Kevin Alquire attempted to attend our meeting and was part of the conversation for the first couple of hours via face time until the connection gave up, after that he was available via text messages
Absent – Keith Vinters, Gloria Belliveau. Meeting called to order at 9 :36.
Building Guidelines
Joan James discussed building guidelines that the sub committee of Kevin Alguire, Joan James, John George and Jeff Sim as well as Parks Canada were involved in. The mandate is to have guidelines defined with clarity and easy to follow. There is still discussion and as soon as there is a change to the guidelines we will post such rules. Members, please keep in mind that all guidlines must be pre- approved before construction or renovations take place.

Dale Wallis, Parks Canada joined us at 10 :25.
Building Guidelines : Waskesui guidelines were used as a base and issues pertanent to RMNP were addressed keeping in mind reference to the Community Plan as well. As mentioned above, there is still much discussion taking place on this topic.

Trevor thanked Dale for taking the opportunity to sit with our building guidelines committee to review any concerns and to make the current guidelines easy to understand and to identify what is allowed.

Brian McVicar – our committee is a communication tool to clarify items that the members are asking for. Again, for any building or renovation clarification, please contact Parks Canada prior to obtaining your building permit. All rules are issued to keep safety first in mind. When people come to the board, the best advise we can offer is to take the issue seriously – and refer them to the Park.

Paul Barnaby – We don’t want the guidelines to go to 45 pages as that will cost us money for an interpreter as the Park will not be able to discuss with all cabin owners this much data. Our guidelines will be the standard guidelines that should be adhered to.

Dale Wallis – There has been a lot of campground accomplishments. We continue to maintain the level of trust and respect with each board that there is involvment with. We hope to continue this level of trust and respect for the future.
Brian McVicar – The board relationship with Dale and Dwight has been an absolute pleasure to work with. The change that has been brought to the campground is very positive combined with the historicness of the past years. Any clarifications offered by a member of the board – is only for ease of understanding for the benefit of our membership. Again, guidelines are for guidelines and discussion only – please be reasonable in thinking that word of mouth is the rule and not the actual rules. Rules as we have them will be posted to the website.

Trevor Winters – Will propose a draft to be posted as it is available for members with comments prior to June 15, 2015.

Dale Wallis – North End Streets – As there have been a number of significant changes over the past three seasons, let’s let the dust settle (figuratively and physically) for a couple years – there are many comprehensive review issues to consider such as traffic, North and South sections joined, green space – so it is a process that will not be decided at this table. The shore road is outside of the legal boundary of the campground survey and is not a simple decision to be made. Outside the surveyed land involves environmental assessments. There have been asthetic updates to the wishing well. Parks Canada is in the process of developing a co-Management agreement with Keeseekoowenin First Nations.
Andy – Is the pavement at the bottom of North Entrance part of our paving? Dale – No.
Andy – Is drainage considered for future? Dale – yes.
The burm around the north shore is meant to act as an erosion barrier.
Recycling – The Park has put forth efforts for recycling to continue within the Park and surrounding areas. A truck is moving product to Erickson where it is packaged and sent to Brandon. Cardboard and paper are not recyclable at our Park. « Recyled » logos will be added to the truck used to transport recycled collection so as not to confuse items being taken to the landfill. The Park continues to collect and compost wood chips, grass etc.
Water/Sewer – Paving has been completed. Landscaping crew are working now – adding fill and grass seed to the sides of the new pavement – all washroom entrances have been paved, The Park will take a look at the entrance to the showers as well. The cost will be as close to budget as predicted. If there is additional budget funds available, there would be a number of projects left to do such as cookshack updates, building canoe racks, paving sidewalks and trails. We will keep members posted if there are options to consider.

Nelda – a suggestion would be for the canoe area to have the canoes removed at the end of the next season with any remaining « vessels » to be disposed of from the area.

Brad moved minutes as approved from August 16th after no errors or admissions. Seconded by John George. Carried.
Matters arriving from minutes : North end Streets – nothing further to this time review assessments necessary and the matter from the August 16th meeting to add a handrail to the second street walkway will be addressed at that time. Trevor will send note to Dale.

Computer and printer – Joyce has purchased and is dutifully and tirelessly posting to the web site, copies can be made and this expense has and will be well worth the effect.

Treasurers Report – Joyce

Treasurer’s Report as of October 18, 2014

REVENUE: As of August 14, 2014 $11,802.93

Membership deposit $1,020.00

Sold 13 keys $65.00

TOTAL REVENUE AS OF OCTOBER 18, 2014 $12,887.93

EXPENSES:

MacBook Air $1,171.81

Laser Brother all-in-one Printer $211.94

Breakfast Board Meeting,Aug.16/14 $168.71

Joan James – mileage to Board meeting Aug.16/14 $76.50

Joyce Harland – mileage to bank & post office,
Aug 22, Aug 30, and Sept.2/14 $18.90

Joyce Harland – mileage to apple store for set up and
tutorial, Sept 8 & Sept 25/14, bank with deposit Oct 16/14 $42.75

Greg Fleck – return deposit from Jamboree Hall $80.00

Printer Paper $18.05

Theatre Rental for AGM – Aug.31/14 $100.00

Katie Lee – return deposit and donation for Jamboree Hall
(rained out and had to use an alternate venue) $160.00

Peter Logan – return deposit for Jamboree Hall $80.00

TOTAL EXPENSES AS OF OCTOBER 18, 2014 $2,128.66

TOTAL ASSETS AS OF OCTOBER 18, 2014 $10,759.27

Westoba balance as of Sept 3-/14 $10,469.02

Add outstanding deposits $320.00

Subtract outstanding cheques $42.75

Add Westoba Equity and shares $13.00

BANK RECONCILIATION AS OF OCTOBER 18/14 $10.759.27
There are 414 paid up members out of 527 lots with cabins on them, making a total of 79% paid members in our campground. Joyce moved the report respectfully submitted, and Brian seconded the treasures report. All in favor.

Joyce reported on the website that the items posted were read in a very favorable way. Joyce brought up the possibility of the website being hacked. A solution is available with a plan costing up to $95.88 a year. Nelda made a motion that we buy the $95.88 per year security protection package. Seconded by Brad. John made a motion to also buy the under $10.00 a year Domain protection which covers all identify theft. Brian Seconded. Joanne made a motion that Joyce is able to purchase a case for the new computer. Seconded by John.

Committee membership :
Joan has been named as an alternate to the WTA if Brian, Brad or Trevor were unable to attend. Three members from Cottage area, Cabin area and downtown business area attend the WTA meetings.

Boating and Marine Committee– John George is our representative. The Clear lake Users Group attend this board group meeting as well. The concrete barriers at the boat dock are being replaced and as of this date, one has been replaced. Trees have been tagged for additional boat cove renovations. Many positive reports have been made and a thank you is sent out for the installation of the canoe launch on second street.

Buildings and Grounds – Trevor and Andy will do the walk around.

Townsite Security – Gloria and Nelda

Vegetation – Brian, Nelda and Joanne.

Website – Joyce

Newsletter – Trevor

Doctors Residence Committee – Joan

Building Guidelines – Joan gave a brieft review of why the building guidelines were revisited. Any new guidelines will be posted. Trevor will summarize some of our recommendations and again – any new guidelines will be posted.

We will table the question from Kieth Vinters regarding Cabin area membership lists for all board members.

Next Meeting – March, 2015. Paul adjorned the meeting.
/ndidychuk October 18, 2014

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SCAM

Posted on 4 May 2015 by Gale

Dwight McMillan at The Park has been getting calls about people going around posing as plumbers, carpenters, etc. They ask for money up front but they do not do the work. The Park will be posting a list of all contractors, who have purchased a business license and are legally allowed to work in the Park, on the washroom bulletin boards. I also have this same list published on our website and I keep it current as I receive the updates from The Park. Just go to Cabin Information and click on Licensed Contractors.

Please be careful and protect yourself by making sure you only hire contractors who are licensed to work in The Park. If you have any questions regarding this situation please contact Dwight McMillan CCBCO
1-204-848-7214
dwight.mcmillan@pc.gc.ca

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POLICE TRAINING EXERCISES

Posted on 4 May 2015 by Gale

Brandon Police Service
1020 Victoria Avenue, Brandon, Manitoba R7A 1A9 Telephone (204) 729-2345

May 3rd 2015

The Brandon Police Service Tactical Response Unit will be conducting police training exercises in the area on May 11th and 12th 2015. Training will be conducted within the area of Wasagaming as well as areas along Hwy #10 within Riding Mountain National Park.
All training will be conducted with the utmost consideration to the public’s safety and “Police Training” signs will be posted in each specific area while Unit members are present.
For further information or if you have concerns regarding this training please contact either of the training coordinators listed below.
Sgt. Kevin Loewen (204) 724 3822 Sgt Dave Andrew (204) 724 2639
Thanks for your continued cooperation in this training event.
Sgt Kevin Loewen Brandon Police Service

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WATER TURNED ON IN CAMPGROUND

Posted on 1 May 2015 by Gale

Greetings to everyone and I hope you all had a good winter and are looking forward, like I am, to opening up your cabin.

I am happy to tell you that the water has been turned on in the
campground. I don’t know at this time which bathrooms are open but some are. The shower building materials were a bit delayed in shipping but The Park expects to get it opened up tomorrow morning.

I look forward to seeing you all at the lake on the long weekend and hope that the weather man cooperates and brings us lovely warm days.

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LEASES BEGIN APRIL 1ST, 2015

Posted on 22 March 2015 by Gale

Our leases begin on April 1, 2015 for the 2015 season and go until October 31st. This is our 7 month lease agreement. I hope everyone is able to take advantage of the extended time we have at the lake now since getting leases and enjoy all that beautiful Riding Mountain National Park has to offer.

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New Investments in Riding Mountain National Park

Posted on 18 January 2015 by Gale

Harper Government Announces Significant New Investments in Riding Mountain National Park

December 19, 2014 – Dauphin, Manitoba Office of the Minister of the Environment, Parks Canada

Robert Sopuck, Member of Parliament for Dauphin–Swan River–Marquette, on behalf of the Honourable Leona Aglukkaq, Minister of the Environment and Minister responsible for Parks Canada, today announced substantial investments in Riding Mountain National Park designed to renew infrastructure and support Canada’s National Conservation Plan (NCP).

Mr. Sopuck announced more than $39 million in investments to support the following infrastructure improvements in Riding Mountain National Park:

$36.4 million over 5 years for the resurfacing of Highway 10. Resurfacing of Highway 10 through the park will improve safety for visitors, enhance tourism for local and regional communities and businesses, and promote wildlife viewing and sightseeing along one of Manitoba’s most scenic highways.
$2.7 million for the Wasagaming Campground to expand the oTENTik rental facilities, add water and electrical utility services to approximately 200 sites, and improve washroom buildings and picnic shelters for an improved visitor experience.
The NCP, launched by Prime Minister Stephen Harper on May 15, 2014, provides a shared and coherent vision to advance conservation efforts across the country. The investments being announced today directly contribute to the NCP by taking concrete action to connect Canadians safely with nature.

Quick Facts

Highway 10 was built in the 1930s and was seen as a major improvement for both visitors and the business community, as the driving distance between Dauphin and Brandon was shortened by 75 km.
The Government historically has invested significant funds each year in the maintenance and recapitalization of infrastructure in national parks and national historic sites as part of Parks Canada’s operating budget.
Canada’s Economic Action Plan 2014 committed $391.5 million over five years for improvements to highways, bridges and dams in our national parks and along heritage canals.
On November 24, the Prime Minister announced an additional $2.8 billion to support infrastructure improvements to heritage, tourism, waterway and highway assets located within national historic sites, national parks, and national marine conservation areas across Canada. This was part of a new $5.8 billion federal infrastructure program.
Parks Canada investments support the Government’s National Conservation Plan while also creating jobs, promoting tourism and supporting communities across Canada.
“Our Government is proud to be making record investments in Parks Canada sites across the country. Investments like these in Riding Mountain National Park are encouraging job creation and economic growth, while taking tangible actions to help Canadians connect with this incredible national park.”

Associated Links: National Conservation Plan | Parks Canada: www.pc.gc.ca

BACKGROUNDER

Riding Mountain National Park: Investing in Highway 10

Highway 10 was built in the 1930s and was seen as a major improvement for both visitors, residents and the business community in the region. Highway 10 was redeveloped in 1970s and 1980s to improve its character as a 54-km scenic parkway with improved vistas, slower traveling speeds and as a part of regional tourism enhancements. The Highway is seen as a scenic attraction in south western Manitoba and is a well-known wildlife viewing opportunity for moose, bear and deer. In June 2011, heavy rains threatened to collapse of a portion of the highway. This event led to emergency funding for highway repairs to ensure public safety and to protect highway integrity.

Management of traffic along Highway 10 has focused on maintaining public safety, reducing wildlife-vehicle encounters, enhancing visitor experiences and protecting the long-term structural integrity of the Highway. Some of the steps that have been taken to manage traffic along Highway 10 include a posted speed limit of 80 km/h and reduction in the use of salt to reduce attracting wildlife on the road to protect this resource and enhance public safety.

The reconstruction of Highway 10 with present road standards and alignment will cost $36.4 M which will be allocated over five years. Design and preparatory work is currently being done with construction beginning in the spring of 2015. The work entails resurfacing the entire 54 km of the parkway and improving ditches, culverts and drainage at problematic sections of the highway. Only minor widening of the highway will be required at a few select locations, which will result in minimal habitat disturbance. The work to be conducted on Highway 10 is an example of Parks Canada’s commitment to environmental stewardship and the government’s National Conservation Plan to connect Canadians to nature.

As one of the largest federal custodians, Parks Canada takes pride in managing a variety of real property and infrastructure assets supporting 44 national parks, four national marine conservation areas and 167 national historic sites, including nine heritage canals. Parks Canada’s infrastructure portfolio is wide-ranging and includes not only assets such as highways, but also bridges, marine infrastructure including dams, contemporary and historic buildings, fortifications, campgrounds, water and wastewater treatment facilities, visitor centres and operations compounds.

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WELCOME TO 2015

Posted on 30 December 2014 by Gale

HAPPY NEW YEAR EVERYONE!!!!!

If anyone is ringing in the NEW YEAR in the Campground this year, how about sending me a picture or let me know what it is like there.

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REMEMBRANCE DAY – NOVEMBER 11, 2014

Posted on 11 November 2014 by Gale

REMEMBRANCE DAY – NOVEMBER 11, 2014

LEST WE FORGET

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PAVEMENT COMPLETED

Posted on 17 October 2014 by Gale
PAVEMENT COMPLETE - OCTOBER 17, 2014

PAVEMENT COMPLETE –
OCTOBER 17, 2014

The pavement was completed this week and The Park is now landscaping the front yards with top soil and grass seed which were damaged when the digging for the streets and the water and sewer installation boxes were put in.

Road restrictions are in place to prevent damage to roads and lanes. These restrictions prohibit cement trucks and other over weight vehicles. Contractors or movers that damage roads or lanes will be responsible for completing necessary repairs.

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EVENT AT THE EAST GATE OF RMNP

Posted on 2 October 2014 by Gale


We have an event at the East Gate of RMNP this Saturday October 4th that everyone is welcome to come to.

Take a Kid Mountain Biking
Saturday Oct 4th
Starts at 1:30
East Gate of RMNP
Group Bike Ride, skill development using a fun obstacle course
Decorate your bike and/or you
Lots of prizes
bring a bike, snack, water, rain gear and helmets are mandatory
Going Rain or Shine

QUESTIONS: email: mccreary@inethome.ca

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PAVEMENT IN PROGRESS

Posted on 30 September 2014 by Gale

The contractors started paving in the North end of the campground on Sunday, September 28 and are now finished the North side and have moved onto the South end. They started at 1st street South and are working towards 5th street South. This part of the work is really going quickly.

Pavement in Campground.rtfd

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