The MD’s annual Vegetation Management Program is well underway on municipally-owned road allowances for the destruction of prohibited noxious weeds, the control of noxious weeds, and the control of woody species by application of herbicides. The program is expected to be complete on October 15.
The Muskeg Road portion of the Old Smith Highway is restricted indefinitely to local traffic only due to poor road conditions.
On May 7, 2020, Pat Rhen, MLA for Lesser Slave Lake, shared an update on his Facebook page thanking his constituents for reaching out to him about the poor conditions of our local roads:
The MD of Lesser Slave River has power to impose fines of up to $500 to irresponsible dog owners.
Due to changing conditions in the newspaper industry, it is no longer feasible for the Lakeside Leader to support mail-out subscriptions of its weekly newspaper.
Farmers’ Advocate Office (FAO) provides landowners’ clarity on various Energy Companies proposed “Annual Compensation Review”.
Road Ban Order No. 2020-92 comes into effect as of 8:00 am on Friday, June 12, 2020. This Order rescinds all previous Road Ban Orders and shall remain in effect until further notice.
In consideration of the COVID-19 pandemic, the MD has moderated its stance on the state of regional highway infrastructure.
At the MD, we truly value and respect our employees for the diversity of skill, experience and knowledge they bring to the organization.
March 1 marked the start of wildfire season in Alberta. Fire permits are now required for any burning, except campfires, in the Forest Protection Area of Alberta.
Farmers’ Advocate Office strongly cautions farmers and ranchers NOT to follow recommendations to “safely turn off the power to the well and safely close the valves”.
Just a few hours due north of Edmonton lies the remarkable region of Lesser Slave River. From breathtaking expanses of boreal forest and unspoiled natural wonders to a thriving economy and genuine work/life balance, opportunities abound.
Here you'll discover a place of rugged beauty. A place of real people. A place you'll never want to leave.
