The COVID-19 virus crisis will probably delay the hydro line construction project until the Fall, 2021. So, I’ve made some timing updates to the following Hydro Memo that can be emailed to our members: Update on Planned Move of Overhead Hydro Lines along Venice Road South and Twin Lakes Beach Road South at Twin Lakes …
Consider These Facts
With the changing landscape of social distancing and closures, we advise you to call or connect to each RM for up-to-date information St. Laurent Municipality – https://www.rmstlaurent.com phone 646-2259 Woodlands Municpality – https://www.rmwoodlands.info phone 383-5679 Post Office – 24 hours and 7 days a week – access to mailboxes telephone 607-6301 Depanneur Store/Domo – open …
Winnipeg Free Press
THE LATEST IN MANITOBA • The province’s long-awaited march to reopening began Wednesday when Premier Brian Pallister announced a handful of restrictions would be relaxed beginning Monday, May 4. The first phase allows retail stores, outdoor sports venues such as golf courses, hair salons and restaurant patios to reopen, subject to certain physical-distancing guidelines that …
Be Vigilant!
Friends report people checking out properties in the Stonewall area. Late at night residents responded to noise from outside. By the time they checked the first night there were no signs of vandalism or strangers. The next night resulted in a report filed with the RCMP. In this incident some persons were pounding on windows …
Manitoba News Release: Red River Reaches Peak Flows in Manitoba
The Red River crest has arrived in southern Manitoba at its lower predicted range, Infrastructure Minster Ron Schuler announced today. “This is good news as the substantial run-off we’re seeing throughout the Red River Basin will remain at the lower end of the forecast, with levels similar to those we saw in 2006 at Emerson …
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Manitoba Media Bulletin: Province Issues High Wind and Ice Pileup Warning
Manitoba Infrastructure’s Hydrologic Forecast Centre reports high winds developing over the next few hours have resulted in a moderate to high wind warning effect and the risk of ice pileup on the south shores of Lake Winnipeg near Victoria Beach, Lake Manitoba and Dauphin Lake. Strong north winds are forecast for today and diminishing this …
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Lake Manitoba update: April 19, 2020 by S Forbes 2011
Appearing on lakemanitobaassociation.wordpress.com/ The Portage Diversion opened last week, and this week it appears to be headed toward closing. Flows are being reduced steadily this week currently reading a trickle of 523 cfs. Assiniboine flows are waning, in part because of the dry weather and it appears in part because the Province is filling the …
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Lake Manitoba update: April 12, 2020 by Dr Scott Forbes
There is some excitement in this week’s update as spring is now arriving. The big news is that the Portage Diversion opened on Thursday: the Province stated that the opening is to prevent ice-jamming on the Assiniboine east of Portage. Assiniboine flows have jumped sharply this week, currently showing 7,310 cfs at Holland, and 6,957 …
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CORONA VIRUS
The executive sends its best wishes for good health and safety to members, friends and family during these trying times of dealing with a pandemic. We all understand the personal sacrifice of essential service personnel and are appreciative of the work they do on our behalf. We know by now the work that we can …
PROVINCE RELEASESSECOND 2020 SPRING THAW OUTLOOK Conditions FavourableAt this Time: Schuler With the annual spring run-off approaching, the province continues to watch the Red River Valley in anticipation of potential high-water situations, Infrastructure Minister Ron Schuler said today as he released the second Spring Thaw Outlook of 2020. “Our outlook remains similar to the first …
Public Open House
Share your views on the Lake Manitoba and Lake St. Martin outlet channels conceptual design study. Centennial Hall Ashern, Manitoba June 18, 2014 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm For Further Details Click Here
Change of Executive – May 2014
View the change of executive document here
R.M. of Woodlands Notice
R.M. of Woodlands Notice – Twin Lakes Beach Update September 24, 2013 Please be advised that the RM of Woodlands will begin removing Geo Tubes from the beach area starting on September 30, 2013. Removal of Geo Tubes will begin at the south end of Long Beach and will continue north from that location, stopping …
Manipogo Golf Tournament
As we all know the flood took its toll directly with residents along the lake but the collateral damage to local business was real. One such enterprise is the Manipogo Golf Course in St Laurent. They managed to open last year and valiantly promoted the facility to struggle through the season. This year following the …
Doug McNeil, Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation
The following is a response from Doug McNeil, deputy minister of Infrastructure and Transportation: (note that his commentary and answers follow Jack King’s comments/questions) I am preparing for our Annual General Meeting on July 14th. I want to be as fair and factual as possible. Any comment or clarification on the following would be appreciated: …
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AGM – Sunday, July 14, 2013
The attached information is in preparation for: Annual General Meeting Sunday, July 14, 2013 10:00 a.m. St. Laurent Legion, Highway #6 1. 2012 AGM Minutes 2. 2013 AGM Agenda 3. Financial statements 2012/13 4. Bios of 3 new candidates running for office: John Howden, President; Mario Lebar, Vice-President; Alice Dent, Treasurer. Bob Cox will also …
Manitoba News Release: Work Begins to Increase Outlet Capacity of Lake Manitoba
May 29, 2013 WORK BEGINS TO INCREASE OUTLET CAPACITY OF LAKE MANITOBA – – – Emergency Channel To be Made Permanent: Premier The Manitoba government is beginning work on a new flood control infrastructure project that will protect people and property around Lake St. Martin and Lake Manitoba, Premier Greg Selinger announced today. Funding for …
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Off Road Vehicles, RM of St. Laurent
By-law 14/87 No person shall, from the first day of May to the 15th day of October, in every year, both inclusive, operate any motorized vehicle on any public beach within the territorial limits of The Rural Municipality of St. Laurent. For more information visit the website. By-Law Website Link
Garbage Pick Up
Weekly Garbage pick up will resume at the beach areas starting Tuesday May 21st, 2013 and finishing on October 15th, 2013. Each resident is allowed 2 bags of household garbage and a separate clear bag for recyclables. All garbage must be recycled! Leaves, grass clippings and/or branches must be taken to the W.T.S. by resident. …
Bear at Twin Beach
Bob Toszak advised this office that a bear has been at his residence (33 Twin South) apparently after bird feeders, etc. He did call the Manitoba Conservation. You could speak to him directly. I thought you may want to let your association know about it – just in case. Thanks Diana RM of St. Laurent
Council Meeting Thank You
Thanks to those who emailed support and attended today’s council meeting. I raised the issue of tipping fees at the dump for flood debris on your behalf. I am happy to report that Council will allow flood debris to be brought to the site without fees to the end of October. This arrangement is for …
Lake Manitoba Re-Build Tradeshow
See the attached pdf for further details. Lake Manitoba Re-Build Tradeshow
Message from West Interlate Watershed
Good afternoon, Unfortunately I have some bad news. As you all know, we applied for the Prairie Shelterbelt Program last year and asked them for: – 50 000 Manitoba Maple; – 10 000 Mixed Tree Willow; – 10 000 Villosa Lilac; – 30 000 Mixed Shrub Willow. We have received the statement that the tree …
Warm Weekend Temperatures Will Begin Spring Run-off in Southern Manitoba
Manitoba News Release: Warm Weekend Temperatures Will Begin Spring Run-off in Southern Manitoba Spring Safety * People are reminded to stay off ice and water, and not to attempt to drive or walk through fast moving water. * As the spring melt begins, ice conditions are unsafe and turbulent flow maybe encountered. * Stay away …
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