Spring maintenance and repairs dominated the discussion by Carlyle Town Council at their Wednesday, April 22 meeting.
Representatives from council plan to meet with members of the Homespun Committee and the Carlyle Lions Club regarding the proposed walking path planned for Lions Park in Carlyle.
Alderman Martin Tourand updated council on meetings he had attended with regards to Carlyle Golf Course and Carlyle Sports Arena. Tourand stated that the golf course's annual general meeting had “the biggest turnout ever,” adding that three new board members were elected. He also said that this year's early opening was good news for the club.
Tourand reported to council that washrooms in the Carlyle Sports arena will be completed in May and the rink's zamboni door will be replaced during the summer.
Repairs to the sidewalk in front of the Carlyle Library and other minor repairs inside the library will also be completed by members of the town's Public Works department.
Council responded to complaints and discussed options for dealing with beavers in the creek by the bridge on Railway Avenue.
Councillor Darcy Moore reported that discussion at the Redcoat Mutual Aid meeting included: providing Hepatitis shots for volunteer firefighters in Carlyle and Redvers, as well as the future installation of a washing machine and dryer planned for Carlyle Fire and Rescue, especially as there is no longer a drycleaning facility in Carlyle.
The Town of Carlyle has joined the SaskAlert system, and council is actively encouraging other communities within the R.M. to do so as well.
Alderman Brian Romaniuk will attend the Sun Country Health Region meeting, April 30 in Estevan.
Councillors Jenn Sedor and Martin Tourand will attend South East Connection, May 27 in Stoughton.
