Key Decisions from Gull Lake Town Council: April 9 - Leadership Appointment, Downtown Lots Sale, and Speeding Concerns
- Gull Lake Events
- Apr 30
- 2 min read
Updated: Jun 21
The Gull Lake Town Council convened for its regular meeting on April 9, 2025, in the Town Council Chambers. Mayor Nasser Zanidean chaired the meeting, joined by Councillors Tyson Migneault (joined at 7:03 p.m.), Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Steve Haithwaite, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Assistant Administrator Emella Waiser, confirming a quorum for the meeting.
Meeting Minutes and Financial Approvals
The council approved the minutes from the March 26, 2025, meeting. Financial discussions followed, resulting in the approval of:
Staff and Committee Reports
Staff updates were presented by:
Doug Vold, Waterplant Operator, covering topics such as Lagoon Lift Station valve replacement, maintenance contracts, equipment quotes, and pool supplies. Vold departed at 7:27 p.m.
March 2025 Bylaw Enforcement report (written submission).
Committee Reports:
Ambulance (March 31, 2025) – Councillor Turton
Fire (March 31, 2025) – Councillors Stevenson & Boutin
Library (April 2, 2025) – Councillor Haithwaite.
Correspondence Reviewed During the Meeting
Council reviewed and filed correspondence from the following:
Wyatt Engineering – 2023 & 2024 Groundwater Program (Landfills). The Groundwater Program is designed to protect and manage groundwater resources, particularly in areas like landfills, where contamination risks are higher. It involves monitoring groundwater quality and ensuring that landfill operations comply with environmental standards to prevent negative impacts on nearby communities and ecosystems.
S/Sgt R. Blais – March 2025 Policing Report. The police report provides updates on local crime incidents and preventative actions undertaken by the RCMP.
Klassen – Rutland Avenue Parking concerns. Council generally refers parking issues to the bylaw enforcement officer, who typically parking issues.
Robertson – Speeding concerns on 6th Street. Council generally refers speeding issues to the RCMP, who typically handle speeding concerns.
Key Decisions Made During the Meeting
Sewer Lift Station Contract: Approval for a 3-year service agreement with Municipal Utilities at $8,650 per year (plus taxes).
Gravel Supply: Accepted a quote from Central Gravel Energy for the supply of gravel and hourly equipment rates (with operator) for 2025.
Summer Student Hiring: Approved the hiring of three students with wages ranging from $18.00 to $19.00 per hour.
Swimming Pool Staffing: Approved hiring five staff, with hourly wages ranging from $17.50 to $33.00.
Downtown Lots Sale: Council approved the sale of Lots 33 & 34, Block 7, Plan 99SC13358 to Prairie Green Dispensary for $5,000. These lots are located next to the Old Pharmacy on the corner of Main Street and Proton Avenue.
Leadership Appointment:
Assistant Administrator Emella Waiser was hired as the full-time Town Administrator, effective May 1, 2025, following the UMAAS Salary Guideline.
Adjournment
The meeting was extended beyond two hours to conclude discussions and formally adjourned at 9:09 p.m.
Community Feedback: Speeding Concerns
Poll initiated by Gull Lake Events
Speeding was highlighted as a concern at the recent Town Council meeting. This poll gives you an opportunity to share your perspective about speeding on your street.
How significant is the speeding issue on your street?
Major Problem
Moderate Concern
Minor Concern
Rarely Noticed
Your input helps foster community dialogue and ensures your voice is heard. The results of this poll will be shared in the next Town Council meeting post.
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