Sundre News

Among the changes to Sundre council's procedures bylaw is additional time for members of the public to address officials.

The Town of Sundre requires more detailed pre-design concepts on capital projects to create more accurate budgets in the coming years, an administrator recently told council.

The Sundre post office could experience a disruption in its mail service after July 2 if labour negotiations fall through, potentially resulting in either a strike or lockout.

The Sundre rodeo royalty's annual fashion show, held recently at the Sundre Arts Centre, was a huge success with more people attending than the average year, said an organizer. "It was wonderful to see so many new faces and ones that never miss it come and support and cheer on the girls," said Arleta Thiessen.

Sundre resident Moe Fahey casts a ballot during the advanced poll in the local byelection last Tuesday, June 14, following the recent resignation of former councillor Jodi Orr. Deputy returning officer Kathy Taylor helped voters with the process. Running for council are Tamara Smith and Nolan Blatchford. Election day was held on Tuesday, June 21. Check back for results of byelection 2016.

The Sundre Round Up has a contingency plan in place for distribution of newspapers in the event of a postal disruption.

A 92-year-old former Sundre resident and veteran of the Royal Canadian Air Force is looking forward to being among this year's Sundre Pro Rodeo Parade marshals.

Sundre parents are poised to have a new local daycare option.