County Peace Officers updated Wheatland Council with July statistics
Sharon McLeay
Times Contributor
Officers conducted 53 traffic calls with two overweight citations. Part of their job description involves providing assistance to other emergency services. In July, peace officers helped the RCMP on five occasions, EMS and Fire three times and other county departments twice. In the complaint department they addressed seven animal control issues, four environmental concerns, three unsightly bylaw infractions and three general reports.
Legion Military Service Books
of Remembrance
County council donated $145 to the publication of the Legion Military Service Book that is circulated throughout the province. The book ensures that the memory and stories of all our veterans are passed onto the next generation. After publication the copies can be obtained at the Legion. If you have a story that would be interesting, or you want to submit a picture and story of your loved ones, contact Military Recognition Book, PO 1266 Stn. M, Calgary, AB T2P2L2 or email: www.vetbook@abnwtlegion.com. For more information call toll free 1-866-580-8387. They do take advertising and rely on donations to keep those memories alive.
Help wanted
Carseland is interviewing for a new Volunteer Fire Chief. The hall is currently operating under the supervision of Mark Hielman, who is chief for both the Strathmore Rural hall and interim Chief for Carseland. However, the executive felt the burden of responsibility was too great for a long term and decided to post the position for the Carseland hall.
The new posting is looking for someone with five years’ experience in the fire industry. They are required to have the Fire ETC series courses S300, S400, S1100 or equivalencies. Candidates must have a clean class five license with air certification and Standard First Aid and CPR. A criminal record check will be required. The job also requires a certain amount of administrative office work.
Sources say a number of candidates have applied. The deadline for application has now closed, with interviews beginning this week. Candidates will be interviewed by a panel of three evaluators They hope to assess the applicants by Sept. 26 and have their decision made by October 1.