Art and new business topics of discussion at Monday’s council meeting

“We were looking at doing something and Communities in Bloom came knocking on our door and said they’d love to partner with us and do it,” City Manager Adam Homes said. “They’ve been helping beautify the city and this is them continuing that work.”

According to Homes, the installation will help beautify the community, as well as honour Agnus Blackwell, a very active member of the city.

“She (Agnus Blackwell) was a longtime member of Melfort and helped out with various groups. She was very active at the beginning of Communities in Bloom, but she also worked for the Christian Women’s Club and the Melfort Mustangs, which were all a big part of her life. She’s just given a lot to the community and Communities in Bloom just thought it’d be a very nice addition,” Homes said.

Installation costs are expected to be $1,200 and will be absorbed by the Community Services budget.

New Business: New Era Technologies submitted a development permit application to establish an agriculture business at 1955 Saskatchewan Drive South.

Council approved the application and should they meet all other acts and regulations, construction may begin.

While there have been concerns from the public with the chemical storage aspect, Homes explained New Era Technologies has multiple procedures they must pass before being granted their business.

Homes also mentioned the benefits of new people and positive economic impacts.

“The city is always excited when new businesses come to town and become members of our community. Anytime there are investments in the city, especially on land that’s underutilized at the moment, it’s a great thing,” he said.

Key functions of the business include retail, consulting services and a warehouse for bulk agricultural chemical storage and sales.

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Art and new business topics of discussion at Monday’s council meeting

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