Carlyle Town Council held its regular meeting Wednesday, June 15 at the Carlyle Civic Centre. Council's next meeting will take place Wednesday, July 6 at 7 p.m.
Bridge on Railway Avenue West
The Town of Carlyle has sent the following letter to local businesses:
“The Town of Carlyle has received a report that the bridge on Railway Avenue West needs to be rebuilt. Before we can proceed with repairs or rebuilding, further testing needs to be done; however, as a precaution, Council is setting an immediate weight restriction of three tonnes. We are asking you to advise your delivery drivers and truck drivers to use an alternate route. Signs will be ordered and posted, but this order is in effect immediately.”
“Thank you for your cooperation in this regard. We will provide you with further information once we receive it.”
Food trucks
Council passed a motion to charge food trucks a rate of $50 per day, or $84 yearly. In addition, food trucks are not to be parked anywhere on Main Street in Carlyle.
Town staffing
Nicci Cyr has been hired as a part-time office assistant for the Town of Carlyle.
Zach Romaniuk has been hired as the town's summer student. He will begin work with Public Works staff on June 28.
Pre-authorized payments
The Town of Carlyle is currently working on implementing a program in which residents may choose to pay their taxes and/or utilities via direct debit.
No parking
Parking spots on Main Street between The Observer office and the Royal Bank will now be made permanent no-parking zones. This is to enhance visibility for drivers and safety for pedestrians who use the crosswalk in that block.
Fire
An agreement has been signed between Carlyle Fire and Rescue and White Bear First Nations regarding fire coverage.
Green and Clean contest
Judging for this year's Green and Clean Competition will take place Friday, July 15. Country Garden Greenhouse is sponsoring the event.
Carlyle Fun Dayz
Council voted to contribute $2,500 to the first annual Carlyle Fun Dayz, to be held Saturday, August 20.
Lions Park
The Town of Carlyle reminds residents that ATVs and golf carts used for recreational purposes are not allowed in Lions Park. In addition, Council asks the pet owners clean up after their dogs while using the town's parks.
Noise bylaws
Noise bylaws within the Town of Carlyle are in place from 7 a.m. until 11 p.m. daily. If a resident has a noise complaint, the town asks that they call the RCMP while it is occurring.
