Key Takeaways from Gull Lake Town Council's February 12, 2025 Meeting: Cannabis Retail, Ambulance Levy, and Scholarships
- Gull Lake Events
- Mar 5
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 31
The Gull Lake Town Council had its regular meeting on February 12, 2025, at the Town Council Chambers. In the absence of Mayor Nasser Zanidean, Deputy Mayor Steve Haithwaite led the session. Councillors Karen Turton, Brandon Wessner, Terry Stevenson, Neal Boutin, and Administrator Dawnette Peterson attended, confirming a quorum for the meeting.
Meeting Minutes and Financial Approvals
The meeting started at 7:00 p.m., during which the council approved the minutes from the meeting held on January 22, 2025. Financial topics were addressed, leading to the authorization of payments totaling $153,521.29. This total includes checks, payroll, and education property tax payments.
Staff and Committee Reports
The meeting featured reports that addressed a variety of town matters, such as the Bylaw Enforcement report for January 2025 and the 2024 Financial Statement from the Gull Lake Fire District. Councillor Turton reported on the latest meeting of the Gull Lake Ambulance Corporation, while Councillor Wessner reported on the Tourism Committee session on February 10th.
Correspondence Reviewed During the Meeting:
Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency 2025 Municipal Requisition and details of the Annual Meeting.
Chinook Regional Library: Update on the delay of the 2025 levy.
SEDA: Membership details and the Saskatchewan Investment Readiness Initiative, which helps rural Saskatchewan communities and businesses enhance their investment potential through resources, data analysis, and strategic tools.
Southwest West Municipal Government (SWMG): Minutes from the November 7, 2024, meeting.
Deputy Chief D. Kirk, Gull Lake Fire & Rescue: Proposal regarding the rescue unit.
S/Sgt R. Blais, RCMP: January 2025 Policing Report, including updates on body-worn camera usage.
Key Decisions Made During the Meeting:
Cannabis Retail Store: The council approved the establishment of a cannabis retail store within the town, contingent upon final location approval and full compliance with federal and provincial regulations including obtaining all necessary licenses and permits. Boomtown Bloom Cannabis in Shaunavon, The Bake Shoppe in Shaunavon and Maple Creek, and Squirrelly Shirley's Coffee Shop and Cannabis Store in Leader are among the nearby communities that have cannabis retail establishments. These establishments sell a variety of cannabis products and contribute to their local economy.
Ambulance Levy Payment: A payment of $44,225.98 was authorized for the Gull Lake & District Road Ambulance levy.
Scholarship Initiative: The council introduced a new program offering two $500 scholarships to Grade 12 graduates of Gull Lake School pursuing post-secondary education.
Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m., concluding a productive session focused on community growth and planning.
Get Involved!
Have questions or thoughts about the council’s decisions? Reach out to Gull Lake Events or contact the Town of Gull Lake directly at (306) 672-3361. Your feedback is vital to shaping the future of our community!
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Source: Town of Gull Lake
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