With several pumps including the 12 inch tractor pump, and some help from contactors and volunteers we were able to recover the area that was to be evacuated on the south part of the RM at Twin Beaches. There will be some personnel manning the pumps all night unless the wind abates. Please pass this …
Weather Warning for Sunday July 13, 2014
The forecast for the Province of Manitoba for Sunday July 13, 2014, for the south end of Lake Manitoba is very BAD!!! It is expected that a strong wind effect, with a 3 to 5 foot wind set-up from Twin Lakes Beach on the east to Delta on the south to Lynch’s point on the …
Attention Woodlands Property Owners!
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Woodlands Declares Local State of Emergency
July 8, 2014 The Woodlands council has declared a state of local emergency due to the flood stage lake levels. Also. The province still will not commit to funding the installation of Geotubes. Rather than wait and do nothing, the RM has hired a contractor (Lakefront Restorers) to install a system of super sandbags wrapped …
Flood Update-July 8,2014
Here are a few key items of interest regarding the current flood conditions, as submitted by Jack King: Plan for shoreline protection is to install super sandbags in the ‘vulnerable’ areas of Twin. Work begins today. Materials are in short supply and will limit the coverage obviously. Current lake level: 814.3 (Westbourne) Diversion: 28,000cfs with …
Sandbag INFO
Three drop-off sites are being used for sand and empty sandbags located at: 1) The launch at the end of Twin North 2) The Beach Shack at the junction of Twin South and Twin Beach Rd 3) Meindl Park. Small sandbags will have to be filled by residents – many of us requiring assistance. Volunteers …
Manitoba Liberal Party Media Release
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MANITOBA NEEDS MORE ACTION, LESS TALK, TO MITIGATE CONSTANT FLOODING: MANITOBA LIBERAL PARTY Winnipeg, Manitoba – With the provincial government formally declaring a state of emergency for the flooding in Western Manitoba, the Manitoba Liberal Party has issued a call for its members to volunteer their time and donate to help …
ST. Laurent EMO Meeting Brief-July 6, 2014
Scott Forbes and Jack King represented Twin Beach at a meeting called by the EMO for St Laurent intended to share information about the flood plan and to encourage our cooperation. The RM will assign contractors to the beach communities to install super sandbags. They are starting with priority areas that were defined broadly as places …
Flood Preparedness Info
Individual Property Owner/Resident Flood Preparation 1. Those possessions that are not needed in the immediate future and are mobile should be moved to another location, such as second vehicles, trailers, building materials. 2. Make arrangements to board pets in a safe location in the event that an evacuation becomes imminent. 3. Ensure that family vehicle …
RM of St. Laurent -Local State of Emergency
RM of St. Laurent, July 4, 2014 A State of Local Emergency has been declared by Council in anticipation of higher water levels. Planning is underway for large (super) sandbag placement and other wave attenuation. Should individuals require additional sandbags, they will be available for free at the RM. You will require the equipment (ie. …
Flood Mitigation Update-June 4,2014
To All Twin Lakes Beach Property Owners: The RM of Woodlands would like to advise property owners that the situation at Twin Lakes Beach is being taken very seriously. RM Council has on numerous occasions in the past demanded that the Province maintain the level of Lake Manitoba between the acceptable ranges of 810 ft. and …
Annual General Meeting
It’s that time again!!! Come out to the Twin Lakes Beach Association’s AGM: JULY 20th, 2014 1030 am to 1:00 pm St. Laurent Legion Hall Your attendence will be appreciated!
Is a Permit Required?
It is so great to see so many people re-building, building & improving our beach community. If you are planning a project Click Here to read a pamphlet provided by the Western Interlake Planning District on why & when a permit is needed.
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 …