Hello to our residents and visitors in the Municipality of Russell Binscarth!
Spring is quickly moving into summer and there is much happening in our municipality. The Recreation Department and Vagabond Theatre have day camps of all kinds offered throughout the summer, along with other special events, so please check out the activities! The Binscarth and Russell Libraries are very busy with interesting programming, and I especially encourage you to support their BBQ lunches (Binscarth on Thursdays & Russell on Fridays, along with the Farmers’ Market). For our golfing enthusiasts, check out the Binscarth and Russell golf courses – both look to be in great condition! The Binscarth Park & Pool is open and has a new menu at their concession, so please support them. The Russell Pool opening will be delayed slightly, but the Committee is working hard to have it ready for those hot summer days. I highly recommend you take advantage of all the great patio dining experiences offered by our restaurants, and enjoy dinner in the sun or under the stars!
The Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Offices have teamed up again for “Project Hometown” – an initiative to promote and encourage local shopping. Participating businesses offer the opportunity to win “Home Town Rewards”, just by entering your cash register receipts after making a purchase. Draws are made every Friday, so “Explore Local, Shop Local, Stay Local”! On behalf of the Council and the residents of the Municipality of Russell Binscarth, I extend a huge “thank you” to all of our employees for their efforts in making our municipality look beautiful! Our “Green Team” summer students will be in full force for July and August, and their efforts will definitely help to keep our parks, flower beds, and hanging baskets looking lovely and make our communities inviting to visitors and locals alike, as we drive down our Main Streets.
Of note to residents who are planning to do any building projects (which includes granaries and fences!), please obtain a building permit from our Tri-Roads Planning District Office located in the Russell Municipal building. You may have to obtain a “property line locate” for your construction project, and if so, we advise that you will be required to hire a Manitoba Land Surveyor at your own expense to assist with this, as our municipal employees will no longer be providing this service.
I am out and about on “Mondays with the Mayor”, and I stop in at many locations throughout the municipality to chat. If you prefer a private in-person meeting, please make an appointment with me and I will be happy to meet with you, to discuss your issues. Thank you and have a wonderful summer! Judy Snitynsky, Mayor Email: jsnitynsky@mrbgov.com C: 204-773-6347
Judy Snitynsky, Mayor
Email: jsnitynsky@mrbgov.com
C: 204-773-6347
