Posts for January, 2012

The high winds/rain on Monday August 3rd, caused substantial tree fall on the trails.  Trails are blocked in places and caution is recommended if entering the area, especially on bicycle.

Thorsby Communities In Bloom and the Thorsby Lions Club are partnering up to host a Trail Clean Up Day June 27 from 10:00-2:00 Our plan is to prune branches, trim tall grass, move some mulch into wet areas and remove a few trees that have fallen across or along the trails. If you can volunteer a few hours we would really appreciate it. We could use a few additional tools such as : - Weed Trimmers - Power Saws - Hand Pruners - Rakes - Shovels ( If you are using power equipment ...

The Town of Thorsby recognizes it has been a tough year for our residents, firstly with the Covid-19 pandemic and then the subsequent economic downturn. Council realizes if may be difficult for some to find that lump sum payment for your property taxes, either as one payment by the deadline, or even half the amount to qualify for eligibility to enroll in the existing tax installment plan. With this in mind, we have amended the plan to allow for late entry without a lump sum option, in the hop...

On behalf of the Board of Trustees of Black Gold School Division, we have been asked to share with residents, the following information and survey link regarding the review of the current ward structure for Black Gold School Trustees:- As a result of the land annexation within Leduc County and the City of Beaumont by the City of Edmonton, The Board of Trustees of The Black Gold School Division is undertaking a review of their current ward structure. As part of the review, the Board of T...

Thorsby CIB and the Town of Thorsby are planning to partner to develop and create an additional trail to the Thorsby Net Work of Trails. CIB will provide the budget while the town will provide the lane access. This location will be located on 45 Street on the far southeast side of town or east of the Hay Maker Centre. The lane has been a closed lane way for over 20 years and has since grown in with young poplar trees creating an ideal walking area with a level easy walking or biking terrai...

 Does Bylaw 2016-08 reflect “The Best of Both Worlds”  Is the bylaw to strict? Should it be repealed and allow provincial legislation & regulation to control and police livestock within the community? Should the bylaw remain but be relaxed through a permitting system? What animals would be acceptable – either as pets or food sources? Share your thoughts with Council and have your say. Bylaw 2016-08 can be viewed by clicking the following link: Livestock B...

WHAT IS A COMMUNITY GARDEN? A Community Garden is a group of people coming together to nurture, develop and sustain a growing space in their community - promoting locally grown food; healthy and active lifestyles; and a safer more vibrant and connected community. Would you like to have a Community Garden spot in Thorsby? We’re currently looking to see if there is sufficient interest. Contact info@thorsby.ca or call the Town Office 780 789 3935