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 Just a brief update to let you know whats happening with the Recreation Complex. We know lots of people are anxious about when the complex will re-open... lots of rumours out there, we've heard quite a few.  The complex will reopen when we have our  relaunch plan in place.  Work has started, but it is complex trying to work in all the different areas, and staying compliant with AHS guidelines while also controlling flow around the building and ensure users and staff are both safe. Plea...

An economic development strategy is currently being developed and it is very important to get input from the people who live and work in or around Thorsby. Please take 5 minutes and fill this in - you might even win one of 2 $50 gift cards!! The survey is open until August 16th - share the link with your friends and family! Just click here...https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/YourThorsby

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.

We are pleased to be able to start the reopening process to provide front counter services at the Town Office for residents, businesses and visitors to the community. Hours of operation Monday to Friday will be as follow:  - Starting  July 8th  8:30 to 1:00 p.m. Closed in the afternoons - July 20th onward 8:30 to 4:30 p.m. Regular hours plus we will also be open over noon hour  We ask you please respect social distancing when entering the building, and that onl...

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...

It seems forever since we last had residents visit the Town Office, and I know the majority are eager for things to return to normal as soon as possible. It has been a difficult few months for both for residents and staff, coming to terms with changes in accessibility when trying to pay bills, picking up cards for the dump station and not being able to pop in to ask questions on a wide variety of subjects from A – Z. With only two admin staff in the office during the lock-down (myself bei...