august 6, 2015

Vol. 38 No. 12 August 6, 2015 Email: [email protected] Ph: 780-868-9221 or 780-446-3088

by Carol Marko

St. Albert muralist, Robert Murray began work on the front of the

Bruderheim Town Office on Saturday, July 25. The mural depicts the

moon, the earth and a meteor streaking through the night sky, to later

become known as the Bruderheim Meteorite.

Master Murals is a side business for Murray, who says he com-

pletes about one mural a week, in addition to his full-time job.

During the winter months, he is kept busy (mainly in Edmonton)

painting indoor murals, including a lot of backgrounds for wedding

photos. Those are usually done in panels with a completed size of 16’

wide by 8’ high, and are generally disposed of after the wedding.

Murray has done murals all across Alberta, with a focus on realistic

landscapes. He will be working on new projects in Rocky Mountain

House and Devon over the next two weeks.

CAROL MARKO PHOTOS

Bruderheim Meteorite

Mural Now Adorns

Town Office Building

Elk Island Triangle, Thursday, August 6, 2015

Above: Muralist Robert Murray cleans up at the end of his second day of work on the Town of Bruderheim Administration Building

Below: Completed mural on Day 3 CAROL MARKO PHOTOS

Lamont County is pleased to announce the appoint-

ment of Robyn Singleton as the new Chief Administrative

Officer, effective August 1, 2015.

Mr. Singleton brings a wealth of experience and leader-

ship to Lamont County, having previously served as City

Manager for Brandon Manitoba, County Manager for

Thorhild County and County of Lethbridge, and Chief

Commissioner of Strathcona County.

His background includes a Juris Doctorate from the

University of Manitoba, and his Q.C. was received from

the Government of Manitoba. He has been a lawyer for

more than 35 years, and has taught Municipal Law for the

University of Alberta Continuing Education for the past 8

years. He is also the only Canadian Lawyer to have

received the Distinguished Public Service Award from the

International Municipal Lawyers Association in

Washington D.C.

As CAO for Lamont County Mr. Singleton will work

alongside council to grow and diversify the county’s

economy, ensuring that county infrastructure is well

developed and standards for development are clearly set.

LAMONT COUNTY PRESS RELEASE

Lamont County Announces Appointment of New CAO


L-R: Departing CAO, Allan Harvey, Reeve Wayne Woldanski, Councillor Robert

Malica, Councillor Roy Bryks and Councillore Daniel Warawa

SYLVIA HOLOWACH PHOTOS

by Sylvia Holowach

With only one item on the agenda, a “Special Meeting

of the County Council” was held in council chambers the

morning of Monday, July 27.

Reeve Woldanski called the meeting to order at 9:05

a.m. and wasted no time getting to the details of the

matter, before Council, as he explained the need for pass-

ing two resolutions regarding the appointment of the

county’s new Chief Administrative Officer.

Before requesting a motion to accept the agenda as

presented, Reeve Wodanski polled Council for any addi-

tional matters they may have wanted added to the agenda.

Councillor Bryks quickly pointed out that the purpose

of a “Special Meeting” was limited to the reason for which

the meeting was originally called and additional items

should not be added. Bryks’ comment was promptly

countered by Woldanski as he suggested Council could

add as many items for discussion as they wanted to.

Deputy Reeve Warawa proceeded with making the

motion to adopt the agenda as presented, with no addi-

tions, which Council passed unanimously.

A motion to accept the first resolution, 15-232, was

made by Councillor Anaka in that: Be it reso lved that:

Robyn Singleton be appointed the Chief Administrative Officer

of Lamont County effective August 1, 2015 and that a

satisfactory written contract of employment between Lamont

County and Robyn Singleton, as the Chief Administrative

Officer, be entered into effective as of August 1, 2015, and the

Reeve or his designate be authorized to execute it. The services of

legal counsel and other professional assistance, as required, may

be obtained. The motion passed unanimously.

Deputy Reeve Warawa then put forth a motion to

accept resolution 15-232: Be it reso lved that: The

appointment of Al Harvey as Chief Administrative Officer of

Lamont County be terminated effective August 1, 2015.

Warawa’s motion was accepted by Council without

comment or question and passed unanimously.

As the meeting closed, Council thanked Harvey for his

years of service and wished him the best in his all his

future endeavours.

Previously, Council had made the decision not to renew

Mr. Harvey’s contract after its expiry date at the end of

September, 2015. The reason for terminating Mr. Harvey’s

contract two months early was not made clear during the

meeting.

County Council Bids Farewell Earlier Than Expected


OTTAWA (29 July 2015) – Leon Benoit, Member of Par-

liament for Vegreville-Wainwright, has welcomed the

first instalment of the federal Gas Tax Fund for 2015,

which is being made available to support municipal infra-

structure in Vegreville-Wainwright.

“Our Conservative Government is committed to invest-

ing in public infrastructure to enhance our economic

productivity and create jobs and economic growth across

Canada,” said Benoit.

The Government of Canada’s annual $2 billion Gas Tax

Fund for municipal infrastructure provides predictable,

long-term funding for Canadian municipalities to help

them build and revitalize their local infrastructure while

creating jobs and long-term prosperity. Each year, the

federal GTF assists municipalities by providing funding

for local infrastructure projects. In 2015-2016, more than

$11.3 million will be made available to Vegreville-

Wainwright’s communities, with a total of nearly $209

million flowing to municipalities across Alberta.

“Through the federal Gas Tax Fund, our Government is

demonstrating its ongoing commitment by providing

stable, predictable funding to all municipalities, so that

Canadian communities can address their local infrastruc-

ture priorities,” added Benoit. “The first payment for 2015

will support thousands of infrastructure projects across

the country.”

Between 2014 and 2024, close to $22 billion in funding

will flow to communities across Canada through the Gas

Tax Fund. Of this, Alberta’s municipalities will receive an

estimated $2.2 billion in new federal infrastructure fund-

ing. Since the program began, the federal Gas Tax Fund

has made $15 billion available to support local infrastruc-

ture from coast to coast to coast, including $2 billion in

2015-2016 alone.

“The economic success of Canada – and of Vegreville-

Wainwright – depends greatly on the strength of our

communities,” concluded Benoit. “The Gas Tax Fund is

flexible, allowing communities to prioritize local projects

according to their needs. This reliable, upfront funding

provides greater certainty for municipalities to plan and

carry out projects.”

To learn more about the federal Gas Tax Fund, visit

http://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/gtf-fte-eng.html

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Volunteers Still Needed Bruce MacGregor of the Chipman Agricultural Society is looking forward to their first ever North of 16 Blues & Country Music Festival happening at the Chipman Agricultural Grounds on the weekend of August 28th & 29th. Volunteers are still needed to help with the weekend’s events, so if you’re interested, please contact Amanda at the Chipman Hotel at 780-363-3822.


By Sylvia Holowach

The Town of Lamont’s sewer line replacement project

made driving to the Beaverhill Pioneer Lodge much like

finding your way through a maze on Saturday, July 25.

Edmonton based Nikiforuk Construction was contract-

ed by the town to replace the sewer line along 51 Street

from near the Beaverhill Pioneer Lodge to Main Street.

With 51 Street closed to traffic and local traffic only al-

lowed on adjoining side roads, several motorists were

spotted making upturns as they looked for an alternate

access route.

The inconvenience was not a long one however, as the

sewer line and manholes were installed and the project

completed within a few days.

While in town, Nikiforuk Construction also installed

new fire hydrants in the Edna subdivision, one near Herit-

age Court, near the hospital and other locations through-

out town.

Border Paving, subcontractor to Nikiforuk Construc-

tion, will be capping the affected areas as soon as their

schedule allows.

Lamont Driving Routes Turn Into a Maze



According to the National Sleep Foundation, changes in sleep patterns are a part of the aging process. Many people experience difficulty falling asleep and then staying asleep as they age, and that difficulty can make men and women over 50 feel more tired during the day. But even though difficulty sleeping may be a part of aging, that does not mean men and women over 50 cannot take steps to improve their sleeping patterns. For example, certain snack foods may help to improve quality of sleep, especially when these foods replace less healthy snacking options. While men and women over 50 should always consult with their physicians before making any changes to their diets, the AARP notes that the following are a handful of snack foods that promote better sleep. - Almonds: Magnesium is a mineral with muscle-relaxing prop-erties, and almonds contain enough magnesium to help men and women get a better night’s sleep. A small amount of al-monds before bed might be enough to make falling and staying asleep easier. - Bananas: Much like almonds, bananas provide a substantial amount of magnesium. Bananas also contain the amino acid tryptophan, which many people associate with Thanksgiving turkey. While tryptophan might be most often associated with the sleepiness people feel after eating a holiday meal, it also has been linked to better sleep quality, so a banana shortly before bed might be just what you need to fall and stay asleep. - Cheese and crackers: One more traditional snack may just help you get a better night’s sleep. Cheese and crackers contain tryptophan and carbohydrates, which can induce a better night’s sleep and help you fall asleep sooner. - Cherries: Cherries contain the sleep hormone melatonin, and the AARP notes that recent studies indicated that participants who drank tart cherry juice on a daily basis fell asleep more quickly and slept longer and better than participants who did not. - Hummus: The primary ingredient in hummus is chickpeas, which are loaded with tryptophan, folate and vitamin B6. Folate has proven especially beneficial to older men and wom-en who need help regulating their sleep patterns, while vitamin B6 helps the body regulate its clock. (Continued on Page 13 )

Snack Foods That Promote Better Sleep


Lamont Summer Sizzler Rodeo, Sizzled on New Grounds!

by Joanne Paltzat

Lamont Ag Society held their first Lamont Summer Siz-

zler Rodeo on their new property, officially named

“Conrad Schinkinger Memorial Grounds” now located a few

kilometers southwest of Lamont.

The weekend of July 24th, 25th and 26th was an exciting

event for everyone with great cooperation from Mother

Nature this year! Under sunny skies all weekend the

event kicked off on Friday night with the rodeo, ending

“under the lights”. A special half-time show provided

entertainment by the Dare Devil Divas Trick Riders.

Saturday was a jam-packed day with events that

included a pancake breakfast, bench show, Farmers’

Market, rodeo, a Mutton Bustin’ competition for the kids,

beer gardens, demo derby (full size cars), Combine

Krunch and ending the day with a dance – music by

“Sweet Tequila”. JOANNE PALTZAT PHOTOS


Earlier in the day a special memorial tribute was held –

remembering the man who led the Lamont Ag Society to

where it is today. Conrad Schinkinger passed away a few

years ago while preparing for one of his favorite events of

the rodeo. Following the tribute, a moment of silence took

place in his honour. Since his passing, the Schinkinger

family have continued to sponsor the Mutton Bustin’

event as well as the rodeo as a whole.

Sunday morning began with a pancake breakfast which

was followed by Little Sizzler’s Kids Fun Rodeo, demo derby

(minis and trucks) and the Combine Krunch ended a

weekend of thrilling excitement.

JOANNE PALTZAT PHOTOS


PHOTO SUBMITTED

Top Left: Queen’s Park

Left: CIB Judge, Rachelle George-

Bernard, Ed Andruchow, Betty

Andruchow and CIB Judge,

Berta Briggs

Below: Andruchow Garden



by Sylvia Holowach

The Town of Bruderheim is a participant in the 2015

National Edition of Communities in Bloom (CIB) this year

and is part of the 1,001 to 4,500 population category along

with Hanna Alberta; Indian Head, Saskatchewan; Sainte-

Petronille, Quebec; Souris, Prince Edward Island;

Windsor, Nova Scotia and Witless Bay, Newfoundland.

CIB judges, Berta Briggs of Wetaskiwin, Alberta and

Rachelle George-Bernard of Montreal, Quebec were

escorted by Bob and Sherri Cote, Bruderheim Deputy

Mayor Patricia Lee and Councillor Shelley Ross on a day

long tour of the town on Friday, July 31.

Beginning with a Meet and Greet at the Fire Hall, the

judges were briefed on some of the towns’ recent

achievements such as the Tax Free for Three program, the

offering of commercial development lots at a reduced cost,

Bruderheim School’s youth involvement in the

community, the “Home of the Bruderheim Meteorite” events

and the integration of the FCSS and Moravian Church

Youth Group into the community. Before heading out to

examine the rest of the town, judges were given a tour of

the fire hall and an overview of plans for the Fire

Department’s 100th Anniversary celebration planned for

September 4 - 6.

The group then toured the public works yard, compost

site, lagoons, campground, where six additional sites have

had water and electricity installed, and the town’s baseball

diamonds.

A tour of West Woodlands, Sunset Crescent, Brookside

Park and the older part of town provided the judges with

an opportunity to see new development as well as

upgrades done to existing properties.

In addition, stops were made at Queens Park, Bruder-

heim Moravian Church, Old Country Sausage, the

Heritage Walking Trail and flower bed next to the fruit

gardens, the Spring Creek Interpretive Centre, the raised

bed gardens and floral displays at Spring Creek Manor,

outdoor skating rink, gazebo, Walker School and

residential gardens.

The day ended with a celebration of “A Little Bit of

Awesome in Bruderheim” at the Seniors Center where a

potluck supper was served and awards were presented to

CIB Project Partners. Carolyn Olechow was recognized

for her many years as a CIB volunteer. Carolyn assumed

responsibility for weeding a community flower bed in her

neighbourhood on her own initiative. On behalf of the

Bruderheim Seniors Club, President Virginia Differenz

accepted an award as a thank you to club members for

hosting and catering the potluck dinner. Terry Dunn of the

Bruderheim Lions Club, received an award for the

ongoing financial support the Lions Club has donated to

the local CIB committee over the years.

Local residents, Town Officials, CIB Judges, participants, local sponsors and community volunteers pose in front of the new town

mural. Artist Robert Murray was in attendance and signed his work following the Awards Dinner at the Seniors Centre.

Communities in Bloom Judges

Evaluate Bruderheim Blossoms

CAROL MARKO PHOTO

Communities in Bloom Award Recipients

Above (L-R): Carolyn Olechow, Sherry Cote and Councillor, Shelley Ross

Right: Terry Dunn, Bruderheim Lions Club with Sherry Cote

Below: Sherry Cote presents award to Bruderheim Seniors Club

President, Virginia Differenz (PHOTOS SUBMITTED)


Local Garden Submitted to Nationals According to their website, “Communities in Bloom is a Canadian non-profit organization committed to fostering civic pride, environ-mental responsibility and beautification through community involve-ment and the challenge of a national program, with focus on enhancing green spaces in communities.” Having already visited six other communities across Canada in the preceding six days, Communities in Bloom (CIB) judges ended their tour in Bruderheim on Friday, July 31. Berta Briggs of Wetaskiwin, Alberta has been a volunteer judge with CIB for 16 years. She has judged at the Provincial, National and Inter-national levels, and has judged in such places as the United States, Ireland, Japan, The Netherlands and the United Kingdom. Rachelle George-Bernard, of Montreal, has served as a judge at the National level for the past two years. Both women have enjoyed their tour of Canadian communities and commented on the warmth and friendli-ness of Bruderheim. They explained that the criteria for judging communities includes tidiness, environmental action, cultural and heritage preservation, urban forestry, landscape, floral display, community involvement and economic development. Final outcomes of the judges’ decisions will be announced at the National Symposium and Awards Ceremony in Kamloops, BC on the weekend of September 30 – October 3. The garden of Bruderheim residents, Ed and Betty Andruchow is being submitted to the competi-tion this year as a “Best Garden Selection”.


(Continued from Page 7) - Peanut butter: Peanut butter is another snacking item loaded with tryptophan. Spread some peanut butter on a carbohydrate, whether it’s a slice of toast or some crackers, before going to bed, and you may enjoy a better, longer sleep. - Walnuts: Like cherries, walnuts contain melatonin, which can contribute to a longer, more restful night’s sleep. Walnuts also can help regulate stress, which is a leading cause of sleeping difficulty. Many men and women experience difficulty sleeping as they age. But the right foods may just help combat such problems and help men and women get a more adequate night’s sleep.


Supper Made Simple & Easy! If you’re looking for something quick and easy for supper (or lunch) this is a recipe just for you! Remember if you have a favorite recipe that you would like to share with the rest of the readers, you can email it to me: [email protected] or in the mail: Box 14, St. Michael, AB T0B 4B0

Smothered Hamburger Steak

2 lbs. lean ground beef

1 tsp. granulated garlic (or I use real garlic cloves)

1 tsp. granulated onion

Salt & pepper

½ tsp. Worcestershire sauce

2 cups fresh mushrooms, sliced

½ cup celery, finely chopped

2 cups onion, sliced

2 – 3 cups beef broth

Olive oil

Place 1 cup mushrooms, 1 cup onions, ½ cup celery

and 1 tsp. olive oil in microwavable bowl. Mix all

together to lightly coat veggies with olive oil. Micro-

wave for 2 minutes or till nice and tender. Cool.

Mix together ground beef, seasonings and micro-

wave veggies. Form into round shaped patties. Fry in

skillet till done. Remove from skillet.

In the same skillet add 2 tbsps. olive oil and add

remainder of onions and mushrooms and cook till

tender. Remove from skillet.

Add a little more olive oil if needed, add ½ cup

flour and make a roux, scraping bottom of pan to

release all the yummies, add a little salt and pepper if

desired.

Cook on medium heat for a couple of minutes to

brown roux. Add beef stock stirring (use a whisk) till

thickened, return sautéed onions and mushrooms to

pan, mix in.

Place patties over a slice of toasted bread, cover

with gravy – also great served over a bed of mashed

potatoes!

A few of the many antique items contained in one of the

Historical Rooms at Walker School in Bruderheim.

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On Thursday July 16th 2015, the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP respond-ed to a call for service in regards to a reported Break and Enter to the Chipman Market, located at 5014 50 Street, Chipman, AB. The investi-gation continues. Fort Saskatchewan RCMP Detachment members were able to ob-tain video footage which revealed that after the suspect failed to gain entry into the propane storage container, he drove his vehicle into the side of the propane storage container. The suspect vehicle is believed

to be a dark colored, two door vehicle, with significant front end and undercarriage damage. Fort Saskatchewan RCMP are encouraging anyone who may have any information about this incident or anyone who may have seen anything out of the ordinary in the area, to contact Cst. SHORT of the Fort Saskatchewan RCMP at 780-992-6100 or call Crime Stoppers to remain anonymous.

Mischief to a Business - Chipman Market

august 6, 2015

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