Search resumes for new off-leash dog park in Winkler
The search for a new location for an off-leash dog park in Winkler is back on.
Earlier this spring the city announced a portion of Scotia Park had been selected.
Since then, City Manager Jody Penner says they've received some feedback from residents in the immediate and surrounding area with some concerns.
Concerns from residents ranged from noise, increased traffic, a lack of parking, some safety concerns, and concerns related to the use of the space for animals versus for kids.
Winkler Pickleball Association President says planned City supported indoor sport facility, "should put Winkler on the map"
The president of the Winkler Pickleball Association is very encouraged for their future after some exciting news earlier this week.
In April of 2023, Winkler Pickleball Association President, John Klassen, asked the city council to be involved in the future planning of a dedicated multi-court facility. Now, just over a year later, the council has agreed to provide city-owned land and up to $1.5 million to construct a combination eight-court pickleball / 2 full-court basketball facility.
Winkler and area mourning loss of Phil Ens
"Phil was always there for his community." Those words were shared by Winkler Mayor Henry Siemens, following the passing of Philipp "Phil" Ens on Saturday at the age of 84.
Siemens said Ens was a visionary leader and generous benefactor of the community.
"He had so many opportunities to move his business (Triple E) elsewhere that would have been financially beneficial for him," said Siemens. "He always chose community over that. And then not just that, but also to develop leaders, and develop through his example contribution to the community."
Community mourns loss of Phil Ens
"Phil was always there for his community."
Those words were shared by Winkler Mayor Henry Siemens, following the passing of Philipp "Phil" Ens on Saturday at the age of 84.
Siemens said Ens was a visionary leader and generous benefactor of the community.
"He had so many opportunities to move his business (Triple E) elsewhere that would have been financially beneficial for him," said Siemens. "He always chose community over that. And then not just that, but also to develop leaders, and develop through his example contribution to the community."
Cause of Thursday afternoon collision in Winkler still unclear
There were no injuries after a two-vehicle collision Thursday afternoon in Winkler.
Just after 3 pm, Winkler Police, the Winkler Fire Department, and EMS were dispatched to the crash, where a southbound van collided with another vehicle at First Street and Mountain Avenue.
Winkler Police said no witnesses came forward, and the reason for the collision is unclear, at this time.
EMS paramedics checked the drivers of both vehicles, and no injuries were reported.
GVSD staff surprised by a watery mess at GVC TEC
A water main break affecting the fire suppression system at GVC Tec in Winkler caused extensive damage to a part of the building last week, and closed it to students for several days.
The break happened overnight, and when maintenance staff arrived in the morning, water was pouring out of some of the doors and onto the street.
Two GVSD employee groups ratify new deal
New four-year contracts have been signed by two employee groups in the Garden Valley School Division (GVSD).
The division's librarians and school administrative assistants have ratified new deals that include year-over-year percentage wage adjustments in line with other public-sector agreements.
In addition, special adjustments to boost wages will take effect July 1, 2024.
The employees are represented by Education, Service, and Healthcare Union, CLAC Local 306.
Steady first quarter of construction reported by MSTW General Manager
First quarter numbers have been released for the MSTW Planning District, and activity is very similar to the same time last year.
General Manager Glen Wieler shares what's happening in the City of Morden.
"The biggest difference is early in 2023, the school project (École Discovery Trails) was started, which was a $44 million project. So right off the hop, the numbers are skewed from 23 to 24," said Wieler. "You take that project out and we're very similar in the permits taken out, and the value of the work taken out for the first three months of the year."
Are Winkler Police seeing more cannabis since legalization?
Results from a recent survey conducted by C.A.A. Manitoba, found since 2018 when cannabis was legalized, a third of impaired drivers in our province admitted to driving a vehicle after eating an edible form of cannabis. C.A.A. said that's 27 percent of the people they surveyed.
In the five and half years since legalization, Winkler Police Chief Ryan Hunt said they have seen less physical cannabis, overall, noting it used to be common to find cannabis during routine traffic stops before it was legalized.
Winkler settles on subsidized Home to Hub rideshare program to kick off proposed Transit Progression Strategy
Council for the City of Winkler has approved its feasibility study on public transportation. The stamp of approval was given during Tuesday's regular public meeting.
Deputy Mayor Andrew Froese says the study was done with much public input throughout the last year and a half.
Through the study, the City found they have a good proposed Transit Progression Strategy, added Froese. Over time, the strategy will see the council undertake a few phases.