The RM of North Battleford No. 437 has announced funding for the new Saskatchewan Hospital in the sum of $51,138, which represents $70 per resident of the R.M.
Unanimous support was given by the reeve and council at a regular meeting June 13, according to a press release.
In the release the RM states it, “recognizes the huge benefit that this hospital has and will continue to provide the city of North Battleford, surrounding communities and RMs. The economic spin-off during the construction phase for the past few years has helped shelter the city and area from downturn other communities have faced. The long-term economic and community benefits of the 450 plus jobs (upwards of 100 new positions) will be felt in the city of North Battleford, the town of Battleford as well as the rural municipalities.”
The RM council noted during a recent presentation given by members of the New Beginnings fundraising committee that this is a provincial hospital and many municipalities throughout the province have contributed even without having any economic benefits associated.
“What a great opportunity the area had to retain this first class facility in this community as other centres were working hard behind the scenes to attract it and the jobs. This fact did not go unnoticed by this RM council and were more than willing to help in this way,” the release states.
