Winter Program Update- Twinkle Tours, Play & Skate with Santa
Play & Skate with Santa will take place on Sun., Dec. 12th at the Sports Centre. It will be an afternoon full of fun activities for kids!
Christmas Light Displays! Nominate your house, a neighbor, or any home that you think has a great display for the holiday season. Find the QR Code on Facebook to simply add the nominee!
For more information about upcoming Recreation Programs and Events, contact the MAP or visit the Martensville Facebook Page.
Civic Services Under the Lifting of the Public Health Order – What You Should Know!
City Hall is Open – Masks are mandatory in indoor public spaces as of September 17th. Online and contactless payment options remain available for customer convenience, such as online banking, e-transfers, preauthorized payments or TIPPS. Cheques can also be dropped off after hours in the drop slot at City Hall.
Please do not visit City Hall if you are feeling unwell, experiencing flu-like symptoms or have been in contact with someone who is presumptive or tested positive for COVID-19.
Current Status of Public Facilities as of November 19th
Masks are mandatory in all indoor public spaces as of September 17th.
Martensville Athletic Pavilion – Operations completely resuming, including drop-in programs. Contact the MAP or Martensville.ca for information on upcoming programs or questions.
Aquatic Centre – Closed for the season
City Hall – Open
North Ridge Centre – Re-Opened for Bookings
Heritage Centre – Re-Opened for Bookings
Sports Centre – Open for the Season
Wheatland Regional Library (located in the Civic Centre) – Open
City Staff are available to work with the public via phone or email. Questions or inquiries can be directed to City Hall via phone (306-931-2166) or inquiry@martensville.ca
After Hour Water and Sewer Emergencies- should still be directed through the Emergency line at City Hall, (306) 931-2166, ext.1.
Business Property Tax and Utility Update
The City has re-implemented the suspension of interest on property taxes and utilies for commercial or industrial properties retroactive from November 2020 until July 31st, 2021.
Questions about Facilities or Programs? City Staff are available to work with the public via phone or email. Questions or inquiries can be directed to City Hall via phone (306-931-2166) or inquiry@martensville.ca OR the Martensville Athletic Pavilion (306-683-5576) or mapreception@martensville.ca.
Proof of Vaccination, Living with Covid-19, Testing Kits
Effective October 1, 2021, a provincial requirement for proof of vaccination or negative test will be implemented for public access to a list of establishments, businesses, and event venues that bring groups of people together.
More detail can be found at www.saskatchewan.ca/covid19 under Public Health Orders
COVID-19 will continue to circulate, particularly among unvaccinated populations. Being fully vaccinated is the best protection against COVID-19 and all residents will continue to be offered first and second doses through pharmacies and Saskatchewan Health Authority clinics.
Watch for vaccination clinics and opportunities for vaccinations are through pharmacies and pop-up clinics.
A list of upcoming clinics throughout the province is available at www.saskhealthauthority.ca
December Council Meeting Dates
Please Note: Council Meetings may be attended in-person but guests must wear a mask and should practice social distancing within Council Chambers. Those still wishing to attend but would wish to do so virtually should contact the City Clerk or visit the online agenda for the link to attend.
Committee of the Whole- December 14th
Regular Council Meeting -December 21st
The Regular Council Meetings are located at Martensville City Hall Council Chambers in Martensville City Hall at 37 Centennial Dr. S. All meetings commence at 5 PM.
Those wishing to address or do a presentation to Council must be placed on the agenda. To be placed on the agenda please contact the City Clerk’s office at City Hall or visit the website for details.
The full Council and Committee of the Whole Schedule can be obtained at martensville.ca.
Winter is Coming and Snow Removal is Too – What You Need to Know
The Snow removal program aims to reduce hazards in the community, ensure roadways for emergency vehicles, and provide access to goods and services in the community.
Our crews strive to deliver excellent service, however sometimes weather can be unpredictable, and snow and ice control activities may vary. Every reasonable effort will be made to remove snow and ice and create safe driving and walking conditions promptly. There are ways you can help to ensure to keep streets clear and safe
- Do not shovel, blow, or push snow from private property onto the street – this causes snow ridges on your driveway when our plow cleans our street.
- Do not plow or pile snow on streets or hydrants – this can block access to manholes, water valves, and access to water in case of fire.
- Clear your driveways in advance of the city’s snow clearing operations – this helps our operators clear your street more efficiently as well as more clearly see driveways to avoid ridging.
- Do not park your vehicle in an area where it could obstruct snow removal procedures this hinders our operations and could result in a snow ridge blocking your vehicle in place.
- Do not leave large piles of snow at the corners of driveways – this snow can be caught by a raised snow-gate blade and topple over into your driveway or the street.
-Prevent snow from piling up on the front of your driveway by moving it near your tree/lawn areas behind your walkway.
-Watch for posted areas for Snow Removal- In case of snow and snow removal, crews need to have roads cleared of all vehicles on posted streets. If you are going out of the City over the holidays, please have your vehicles off City streets. Vehicles left on the street per the traffic bylaw are ticketed and towed (to a non-posted area).
-Stay Clear of Sanding Trucks- Crews apply a mixture of salt and sand on our streets and intersections to ensure safer driving conditions. If you are near or behind the sanding truck you are reminded to stay back 15m to allow the truck to disperse materials and to prevent materials from potentially hitting your vehicle.
Information on general program procedures and the City’s Priority Map is available online at Martensville.ca
