Chris Clegg
South Peace News
The Town of High Prairie and High Prairie Community Beautification Association are attempting to reach an agreement that clearly specifies the responsibilities of each party.
Beautification met April 16 and decided to pursue an agreement. Town council met April 22 and agreed to do the same.
Beautification’s two major projects each year are organizing the High Prairie Light-Up celebration the last Friday of November and the Dlugosz Dig at McIntyre Park.
In making the motion to pursue the agreement, Councillor Sacha Martens said an agreement would align well with the Town’s business plan.
She also noted Beautification’s concerns, adding that administrative and staff turnover may have led to some issues. An agreement, Martens said, would define roles and avoid confusion.
“I agree, it’s best to have these things in writing,” added Councillor Donna Deynaka, referring to “glitches” in the past.
She added the agreement could be revisited every year or two years.
“This is one agreement we should have,” added Councillor Judy Stenhouse.
CAO David Joy added a potential agreement “fits in well with the economic development report.”
Mayor Brian Panasiuk said agreements make matters work better.
“I’m all for it.”
Beautification will initiate a proposal to council. After tweaking back and forth, the agreement will be presented to both parties for approval.