FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
October 12, 2023
Council Highlights – October 10, 2023
Valleyview, Alberta
Mountain Métis Governance Association (MMGA) Land Sale Approved
On September 20, 2022, at the Committee of the Whole, the Mountain Métis Nation Association (MMNA)
presented its request to purchase the property, legally described as Plan 9722089; Block 34; Lot 14, being 104 Avenue and Golf Course Road, in Grande Cache. On September 27, 2022, Council moved to sell the subject lands for market value in a serviced state with the cost for the upgrade services to be borne by Greenview. Council proceeded to offer the sale of the property identified as Plan 9722089, Block 34, Lot 14, to the Mountain Métis Governance Association for the fair market value of $424,000.
Greenview Supports the Valleyview & District Chamber of Commerce
The Valleyview and District Chamber of Commerce are seeking support for their upcoming Best of Valleyview Awards event. Last year, they reintroduced the Small Business Awards and introduced the Best of Valleyview Awards alongside it. Council approved the sponsorship of $2,450 to cover the cost of the rental fees for the Greenview Regional Multiplex Fieldhouse to host the Small Business Awards event, which is being held on October 19, 2023, with funds to come from the Community Services Grants and Sponsorship Budget.
Grande Spirit Foundation Harvest Dine and Dance Sponsorship Approved
The Harvest Dine & Dance is an annual fundraiser hosted by the Friends of the Grande Spirit Foundation. This year’s event is scheduled to be hosted on October 28, 2023, at the Pomeroy Hotel and Conference Centre in Grande Prairie, Alberta. The Friends of the Foundation’s mission is to improve the quality of life for seniors within the region who are living in a senior’s lodge or apartment. Council approved a sponsorship in the amount of $750.00 and up to a value of $500.00 of in-kind donations to the Grande Spirit Foundation for the Annual Harvest Dine & Dance fundraising event, with funds to come from the Community Services Grants and Sponsorship budget.
Greenview to Support First Annual Drive-In Movie Event Hosted by the Louis Delorme Memorial Committee
Council approved a $2500.00 sponsorship to the Louis Delorme Memorial Committee, for the First Annual Drive-in Movie on October 13, 2023, in Grande Cache, with funds to come from the Community Services Grants and Sponsorships Budget. The Louis Delorme Memorial Committee is a non-profit organization that supports the youth of Grande Cache and the surrounding Cooperatives and Enterprises. Their mission is to support youth and their desires to participate in organized sports, music, art, and cultural activities.
Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) Annual Fundraiser Gets Greenview Support
PARDS is a non-profit organization in the County of Grande Prairie that has provided therapeutic and inclusive equine and animal-assisted programs for people living with disabilities in the Peace Region since 1984. Council approved a sponsorship to the Peace Area Riding for the Disabled Society (PARDS) in the amount of $1,000.00 and an In-Kind Donation of value up to $500.00 for PARDS 25th Annual Dine & Dance on November 4, 2023, at the Five Mile Hall in the County of Grande Prairie, with funds to come from the Community Services Grants and Sponsorships Budget.
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Upcoming Events and Meetings
- October 17, 2023 – Committee of the Whole, Grovedale Public Service Building
- October 24, 2023 – Regular Council meeting, Valleyview Council Chambers
- November 11, 2023 – Remembrance Day
- November 13, 2023 – All Administration offices closed
- November 14, 2023 – Regular Council meeting, Valleyview Council Chambers
Media inquiries may be directed to:
Stacey Sevilla | Manager, Communications & Marketing | Direct: 780-524-7625
stacey.sevilla@mdgreenview.ab.ca
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