Sunday, 1 June 2014

Moment with the Mayor: Competing with Humboldt

Hi Neighbours:

This year, Kindersley is participating in the National Communities in Bloom competition. As part of preparing for the judging in July, we have entered a “Tidy Week” contest with Humboldt. The challenge is to see which community can log more volunteer hours of tidying yards, parks, roadways, laneways (alleys), vacant lots, work places and work lots, and any other spot that needs beautification.

This contest runs from June 16 – 20, and Humboldt (when they lose) will have their Mayor, Malcolm Eaton, wear a Klippers' jersey during the home opener for the Humboldt Broncos.

Details are still being worked out with a partner to record the volunteer hours. So, stay tuned for details.

I have to say that I think Malcolm will look good sporting a green and blue Klippers' jersey. Wearing a Broncos' jersey doesn't appeal to me, so Kindersley, let’s make sure we are victorious.

Kindersley Youth Council is also getting into the beautification of Kindersley, with a twist. Their contest is called Cleanup Capture, and the winner gets a complimentary one-year subscription to Loraas' curbside recycling program.

Participation is easy:
1. When you see litter around the community, pick it up and take it to the nearest trash or recycle container. Before you toss it in, take a “selfie” pic with your cell phone.
2. Tweet the picture to @youthcouncil4 with the hashtag #cleanupcapture or share on the Youth Council's Facebook page

The winner’s name and pic will be drawn on Communities in Bloom judging day, July 14.
Hmmm.... perhaps trashing something takes on a whole new meaning. It should be interesting.

Regarding the curbside recycling: excellent program. Our garage is a lot cleaner and no recyclable sorting is required.


Please write or phone if you would like me to discuss a particular topic. If you have any questions or comments, drop me a line at the town office or email me at mayorenns-wind@kindersley.ca. You can also check out my blog at http://mayorjohn.blogspot.ca/. I appreciate your feedback. 

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