http://www.city.steinbach.mb.cahttp://www.steinbach.ca/news/ City of Steinbach News Feed en-us Sun, 5 Feb 2012 11:01:06 CST http://www.city.steinbach.mb.ca/news/?recid=404
The 2012 Financial Plan presentation agenda will include the review of the Citys 2012 and 2013 operating budgets, the 2012 capital program, and the long-term capital expenditure program.

Council will hear any person who wishes to make a representation, ask questions, or register an objection to the financial plan.

Copies of the Citys 2012 Financial Planare available for review at City Hallduring regular office hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm) or you can click to view a pdf copy of the plan.
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The City began the year with a road network of 110 km and added approximately 2.5 km by December.

The Steinbach Fire Department responded to 314 emergency calls during the year. Fifty-five of those were for fires and 122 were for Motor Vehicle Accidents.

The City completed its largest capital works project in history - the Wastewater Lagoon Expansion.

The zamboni at the TG Smith Center flooded the rinks about 3,000 times.

The 2011 total value of all property and improvements in the City was assessed at a market value of over $1.2 billion.

The Steinbach Aquatic Centre taught about 4,198 water safety lessons while also keeping over 72,000 pool patrons safe.

The City's underground water pipe network grew by about 2 km to reach a total of 78.5 km by the end of the year. The sewer pipe network is even larger, reaching a total length of 93.5 km by the end of 2011.

Total financial transactions for the year exceeded $37 million.

The Steinbach Landfill received and handled over 28,000 tonnes of solid waste during the year. This was accomplished by the passage of 30,862 vehicles through the gate. Our tonnage has dropped 13.7% since 2006 which means our community is doing a great job of waste diversion!

The annual Christmas light display on City streets includes 500 strings containing 22,000 light bulbs.

The Parks and Recreation department mowed and maintained 225 acres of green space during the year.

The summer beautification program set up and maintained 350 hanging flower baskets on City streets and tended to another 900 dozen plants and flowers during the year.

The City approved nearly 350 building permits in the year worth over $93.5 million in new construction. This included 249 dwelling units of which 143 were single or two-family buildings.

The Planning Zoning Department conducted 4,115 inspections and plan reviews throughout the year.

The Waterworks Department completed 18 emergency watermain repairs throughout the year.

Thank you to all City staff for making Steinbach a great place to live, work and play!
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Mayor Chris Goertzen, together with Bill Unger, a resident of the area, tested out the new crosswalk earlier this week. Unger repeatedly expressed his pleasure at having the safety of this particular crosswalk enhanced as he frequently walks in the area.

Pedestrian safety is important to Council and we are pleased to see this pilot project move forward, said Mayor Goertzen. We believe it will not only be a cost efficient way to implement lit crosswalks, but it may also improve safety at crossings that would have been cost prohibitive to improve. If this project proves successful, I believe Council will look at this new system in various places throughout the city.


Mayor Goertzen Steinbach resident, Bill Unger, use the new solar crosswalk on Loewen Blvd.

This type of crosswalk was considerably easier to install as it did not involve any underground electrical components or major concrete anchors, said Public Works Department Head, Randy Reimer. These particular units have been tested in Canada and have been said to work well in our winter climate.

Reimer also stated that the solar crosswalk could turn out to be a good option for additional areas in town where there are higher traffic volumes.

The crosswalk poles were installed in fall 2011 and the lights were installed at the beginning of this week. Total cost for the crosswalk was $9,500.
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Bethesda Wellness Inc. - $20,000
KidSport - $100
Mennonite Heritage Village - $50,000
Steinbach Royal Canadian Legion - $6,000
South East Helping Hands - $5,000
Steinbach Alternative Justice Committee - $200
Steinbach Curling Club - $3,900
Youth For Christ - $4,000

Previously approved grants included:
Steinbach Chamber of Commerce - $103,000
Steinbach Arts Council - $150,145
Jake Epp Public Library - $286,211

The total for all approved grants was $628,556.

Click to view the video of last nights Council Meeting.
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Eldon Wallman, Solid Waste Department Head, explains that it usually takes about two weeks after December 25th for most of the trees to be out for pick-up. However, the Solid Waste Department continues to pick up trees into the new year as time permits.

Ever wonder what happens to your tree after Christmas?

Wallman explains, We try to keep the trees with our clean wood pile for chipping in spring. We then use the chipped wood, mixed with dirt, as cover material in our active cell at the landfill.

Wallman adds that the wood mulch created from Christmas trees is not suitable for flower beds because of the high acidity of the pine needles.]]> Thu, 29 Dec 2011 11:01:06 CST http://www.city.steinbach.mb.ca/news/?recid=399
Thurs. Dec. 29
5:00 7:00 pm, Smith Arena

Fri.Dec. 30
3:00 6:30 pm, Smith Arena

Sat.Dec. 31
11:00 am 2:00 pm, Centennial Arena

Mon. Jan. 2
11:30 am 2:00 pm, CentennialArena

Tues. Jan. 3
1:30 4:00 pm, Smith Arena

Please note: No sticks or pucks are allowed during these time slots. Shinny may be playedon the outdoor rink beside the Centennial Arena.]]> Wed, 28 Dec 2011 11:01:06 CST http://www.city.steinbach.mb.ca/news/?recid=398
A second outdoor rink is currentlybeing created on the other side of the arenas by the community gardens and garage sale notice board. The readiness of thisice surfacewill depend on weather conditions in the coming weeks.Parks and Rec staff decided to move the outdoor rink from theJake Epp Library to the community garden location based on the constructionhappeningat the Libraryand that thenewlocationis largerwith more trees in the area.]]> Fri, 16 Dec 2011 11:01:06 CST http://www.city.steinbach.mb.ca/news/?recid=315
Here are some of the actions and responsibilities residents can practice to ensure safe and efficient snow removal service:Report icy roads, intersections, or sidewalks to the Public Works Department by calling 346-6211 or e-mail transportation@steinbach.ca.

Residents are required to keep parked vehicles off of all city streets until such time that streets can be cleared.

Do not park on streets that have signage indicating there will be snow removal from the boulevards within the next 24 hours.

Do not park vehicles on driveways in such a way that they block any part of the sidewalk to ensure clear passage for the sidewalk plow.

Truck tractors and trailers (including construction, trade or recreational trailers) should not be parked on a street for longer than two hours, unless the vehicle in question is parked for use by a tradesman working on premises in the immediate area.

Equipment operators need considerable space to maneuver. As a motorist or pedestrian, make sure equipment operators are aware of you prior to crossing behind or near them.

Stay back at least 50 feet from graders and sanding equipment.

Pedestrians and cyclists should wear reflective clothing and ensure they are highly visible to all traffic. Cyclists should always ride in the same direction as traffic. Pedestrians should always walk on the side of the road facing oncoming traffic.

Wearing earphones or winter headgear can inhibit your hearing or peripheral vision. Make sure you are aware of your surroundings.

Parents should talk to their children about building snow forts and tunnels in or sliding on snow piles in cul de sacs, on boulevards, and any other areas where snow removal takes place. Ensure children know to stay at least 50 feet away from operating equipment.

Property owners are responsible for clearing windrows from driveways as street clearing operations are in progress. The City removes all windrows when snow accumulation warrants.

Snow from private property must be removed from the site or stored on the property. Pushing or depositing snow from private property onto public roadways or sidewalks is not allowed.

The City of Steinbach thanksall residentsfortheir cooperation!
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All components of the aquatic facility have been thoroughly inspected and cleaned including the different pools, waterslides, piping, and other equipment. Maintenance staff began filling the pools yesterday and will perfect the water chemistry so that the facility is ready for swimmers on Monday.

Winter lesson registration begins on Tuesday, December 20th, from 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Register online at www.steinbachinaction.ca; in person at the Aquatic Centre, 330 Park Road East; or call 346-6207 to register over the phone. Patrons who do not yet have their Login ID and PIN for Internet registration must call the Aquatic Centre in advance to obtain them. Payment by Visa or MasterCard is required for Internet or phone registration.

Those who prefer phone or Internet registration, but do not have a credit card, may drop by the Aquatic Centre in advance on Monday, December 19th and put a credit on their account for use during phone or Internet registration.

After December 20th, registration will continue during regular pool hours.

Click here for the Winter Lesson Schedule.

Click here for the Holiday Public Swim Schedule.]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2011 11:01:06 CST http://www.city.steinbach.mb.ca/news/?recid=238
City Hall(includes Corporate Services, Engineering,and Planning Zoning)
Fri., Dec. 23 8 am to 3 pm
Sat., Dec. 24 closed
Sun., Dec. 25 closed(Christmas Day)
Mon., Dec. 26 -closed (Boxing Day)
Tues., Dec. 27 - closed (Christmas Day observed)
Sun., Jan. 1 - closed (New Year's Day)
Mon., Jan.2 closed(New Year's Day observed)
Tues., Jan. 3 - regular hours resume


Operations Building
Fri., Dec. 23 - 8 am- 3 pm
Sat., Dec. 24 - closed
Sun., Dec. 25 - closed (Christmas Day)
Mon., Dec. 26 - closed (Boxing Day)
Tues., Dec. 27 -closed (Christmas Day observed)
Wed., Dec. 28 - 8 am - 4 pm
Thurs., Dec. 29 - 8 am -4 pm
Fri., Dec. 30 - 8 am - 4 pm
Sat., Dec. 31 - closed
Sun., Jan. 1 - closed (New Year's Day)
Mon., Jan. 2 - closed (New Year's Day observed)
Tues., Jan. 3 - regular hours resume


Landfill / Garbage Pickup
Fri., Dec. 23 - 8 am to 3 pm; Garbage Collection Day 4
Sat., Dec. 24 - closed
Sun., Dec. 25 - closed (Christmas Day)
Mon., Dec. 26 - closed; no garbage collection(Boxing Day)
Tues., Dec. 27 - closed; no garbage collection(Christmas Day observed)
Wed., Dec. 28 - Landfill open 8 am - 4 pm; Garbage Collection Day 5
Thurs., Dec. 29 - Landfill open 8 am - 5 pm; Garbage Collection Day 1
Fri., Dec. 30 - Landfill open 8 am - 3 pm; Garbage Collection Day 2
Sat., Dec. 31 - closed
Sun., Jan. 1 - closed(New Year's Day)
Mon., Jan. 2 - closed; no garbage collection(New Year's Day observed)
Tues., Jan. 3 - regular hours resume; garbage collection Day 3


T.G. Smith Centre (arenas)
Dec. 24 closed
Dec. 25 closed
Dec. 26 closed
Dec. 31 Centennial Arena 9 am to 4 pm; Smith Arena closed
Jan. 1 closed


Steinbach Aquatic Centre
Dec.18 closed
Dec. 24 closed
Dec. 25 closed
Dec.26 closed
Dec. 31 - closed
Jan. 1 - closed

For a full schedule of public swim times from Dec.19 to Jan. 1, click here.]]> Mon, 12 Dec 2011 11:01:06 CST