Big Lakes County has scheduled its annual county barbecue for late June.
At its regular meeting May 14, council set the date for the popular event for June 26 at the county administration office in High Prairie from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
“This event is held in June to encourage ratepayers to come in and pay their taxes in-person and have lunch at the office,” says Pat Olansky, director of community services and planning.
“Traditionally, this has been a well-attended event with up to 700 people attending.”
Over the past years, council has served beef-on-a-bun, hotdogs and salads prepared by Big Lakes County Family and Community Services (FCSS).
The event also includes a brief ceremony to honour nominated volunteers and unveil the names on the Wall of Fame around 1 p.m.
Council budgets $10,000 for the barbecue, which includes the Wall of Fame awards.