Highlights from November 26 Council Meeting: Highway 4 Overpass, Hampers, Insurance, and More
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Highway improvements, Christmas hampers, and insurance topped the agenda at Council’s November 26 meeting.
Attendance
All but one Councillor attended the meeting, ensuring a quorum and full discussion.
Present: Mayor Nasser Zanidean; Councillors Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steven Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin; Administrator Emella Waiser
Absent: Councillor Tyson Migneault
Reports
Water Plant (October 2025 report, D. Vold):
Plain‑language: Tracks Gull Lake’s water quality and usage at the town’s water plant, ensuring the system continues to meet safety standards.
Economic Development (November 2025 report, L. Alliban):
Plain‑language: Outlines business activity and development projects in Gull Lake, highlighting opportunities for growth in the local economy.
Committee Updates:
Fire Board – Councillor Stevenson (Nov. 19)
Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Meeting – Mayor Zanidean (Nov. 20, Swift Current)
Gull Lake & District Road Ambulance – Councillor Turton (Nov. 24, Gull Lake)
Plain‑language: These updates keep Council informed about emergency services in Gull Lake, regional health authority discussions in Swift Current, and ambulance operations serving Gull Lake and surrounding communities.
Minutes & Accounts
Approved minutes of the November 12, 2025 meeting.
Authorized payments: cheques #25736–#25773 totaling $39,915.14.
Plain‑language: Covers routine municipal expenses in Gull Lake such as payroll, utilities, and operational costs.
Correspondence
SAMA Service Fees:
Plain‑language: Charges from the Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency for property assessment updates in Gull Lake. Paid when local properties change to keep tax assessments fair and accurate.
SK Housing Corporation – 2024 Municipal Settlement:
Plain‑language: Provincial housing program settlements that affect municipal funding across Saskatchewan, with Gull Lake receiving its portion.
SW Municipal Government Committee – Minutes:
Plain‑language: Regional municipal leaders from southwest Saskatchewan share updates and decisions that impact Gull Lake and neighboring communities.
Ministry of Highways – Project H25085 (Stockpile Aggregate):
Plain‑language: A provincial project to stockpile gravel at 22 sites in southwest Saskatchewan. While not in Gull Lake itself, nearby sites will supply material for local and regional road maintenance. Completion is expected by spring 2026.
Key Decisions
Highway 4 Overpass: Council authorized a letter of support for the Southwest Municipal Government Committee’s initiative.
Plain‑language: Backs a regional push to build an overpass in Swift Current, at the Highway 4 railway crossing, improving safety for drivers, reducing traffic delays, and supporting businesses and commuters who use this busy route.
Municipal Revenue Sharing Grant: Council confirmed eligibility requirements and authorized submission of the Declaration of Eligibility.
Plain‑language: Ensures Gull Lake continues to receive provincial funding that helps pay for local services and infrastructure in town.
Christmas Hamper Donation: Council approved a $500 donation to the Gull Lake & District Christmas Hamper program for 2025.
Plain‑language: Helps provide food and gifts to families in Gull Lake and surrounding rural areas during the holiday season.
Commercial Insurance: Approved payment of the 2025/2026 policy at $59,057 plus tax.
Plain‑language: Protects Gull Lake’s municipal buildings, vehicles, and operations against risk or damage.
Board of Revision Appointments: Western Municipal Consulting Ltd. appointed to manage the Board of Revision process for 2026. Multiple members were named to serve, with the Chair responsible for selecting panels for hearings.
Plain‑language: Ensures property assessment appeals for Gull Lake residents are heard fairly and transparently.
Board of Revision Secretary: Nicolle Hoskins (Western Municipal Consulting Ltd.) appointed as Secretary for 2026.
Plain‑language: Manages scheduling and records for property assessment appeal hearings affecting Gull Lake property owners.
Adjournment
The meeting concluded at 8:28 p.m.
What Residents Can Expect
Updates on the Highway 4 overpass initiative in Swift Current as regional advocacy progresses.
Confirmation of revenue sharing grant funding for Gull Lake once approved by the province.
Christmas hampers distributed to families in Gull Lake and surrounding areas during the 2025 holiday season.
Property assessment appeal process available for Gull Lake residents in 2026.
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Council Meetings: Second and fourth Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m., Council Chambers.
Meetings are open to the public. Agendas are not publicly shared in advance, so residents are encouraged to call ahead if planning to attend and want information about the meeting before arriving: (306) 672‑3361.
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For the complete official record, you can view the Town of Gull Lake Council minutes in PDF format [here].