May 4 - Mayor Greg Dionne Provides an Update on COVID-19
The City of Prince Albert is working with the Government of Saskatchewan to minimize the COVID-19 virus in our community.
This situation is changing rapidly. Check the Government of Saskatchewan's COVID 19 website for comprehensive information on self-assessment, the testing tool, travel recommendations and more.
This page will address changes made within the City of Prince Albert and information on facilties and city operations during the COVID 19 crisis.
For the latest information please subscribe to our News and Notices page. Information will be posted on that page first.
| City Hall Closed |
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City Hall is closed to the public but City business will continue as best as possible given the circumstances. See below for details on different business areas. City Hall staff will be available via phone or email Monday to Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The mailing address for City Hall is 1084 Central Avenue, Prince Albert, SK., S6V 7P3. City Hall will still accept courier deliveries. Please call 306-953-4350 prior to your arrival at City Hall |
| Parks, Playgrounds and Sports Fields - NEW April 30 |
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Parks, trails and public spaces remain open. The Kinsmen skateboard park, basketball courts, tennis courts and playground structures in all parks are closed. Bookings for all of the City’s outdoor sports fields will not be taken for at least the months of May and June. When using these outdoor spaces the City would like residents to take note of the following directives:
Failure to practice physical distancing may result in the loss of public access to these spaces.
School Playgrounds The City of Prince Albert is working in consultation with the City’s school boards regarding the closure of all school playground structures in the City.
Kinsmen Water Park The Kinsmen Water Park was scheduled to open June 5th, but given gathering restrictions, the Water Park will be closed for at least the month of June. The City is evaluating the feasibility of opening later in the summer and announcements will be made when available.
Playground Program The annual playground program is scheduled to start July 2nd but again, given gathering restrictions, this plan is in the process of being evaluated and further announcements will be made when available. |
| Cooke Municipal Golf Course |
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The City of Prince Albert would like to announce that the Cooke Municipal Golf Course will be open for the 2020 season starting Friday, May 22. Tee times will be available online and over the phone. For those interested in golfing this season, please take note of restrictions in place for golf courses and the following operational items:
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| Garage and Yard Sales |
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Garage and yard sales are not permitted until further notice. Garage and Yard sales are not considered critical public services and are not named as an allowable business under the Saskatchewan ReOpen plan. |
| Airport |
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The Prince Albert Airport is open. Please see the Arrivals and Departures page for details on flights. |
| Parking Tickets |
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Effective Tuesday, May 19, 2020 parking tickets for expired meters downtown or timed limitations in residential neighourhoods were re-instsated. As before, parking tickets will also continue to be issued for safety and access violations such as parking in front of a fire hydrant, in a Fire Lane, a Bus Stop, No Parking Zones or in a Disability Stall without the placard remain in effect.
Use the Drop Box by the Main Entrance (West Doors of City Hall). Cheque or Money Orders only, do not include cash |
| Cemetery |
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The South Hill Cemetery remains open. Administrative arrangements for a plot can be made by phone or through email.
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| Impound Lot |
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We are towing vehicles for unpaid parking violations as well as high risk offences such as stunting, exceeding the speed limit by double, driving impaired or leaving an unregistered vehicle on the road. For more details including further infractions that would prompt towing see https://www.sgi.sk.ca/impoundment
If your vehicle has been towed and you need to make arrangements to pick it up or collect belongings from your vehicle you can make an appointment by calling 306-953-4330. |
| Property Taxes |
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Payment options:
Covid-response Property Tax Deferral Program Property owners that have suffered serious financial hardship due to COVID-19 as a result of employment income interruption or business impact will be able to establish that they qualify under City Council’s Covid-response tax deferral program to have their tax payment deadline moved to September 30, 2020. Online declaration forms are now available |
| Permits |
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While City Hall will be closed to the public, City business will continue as best as possible given the circumstances. Please contact the department by email or phone with any questions about your permit or the permit process.
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| Business Licenses |
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| Water Bills |
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Water Shut Offs Water shut offs for water accounts in arrears are temporarily suspended. We continue to tag properties in arrears to notify them they are past due. We encourage anyone in arrears to discuss payment plan options with us by calling the Water Department.
Payment Options
Penalties The City will continue to bill for utility services as normal, however, effective April 1, 2020, the City will cease charging penalties on water accounts in arrears until September 30, 2020. A reminder letter indicating a past due account will still be mailed. Prior to the account approaching the three month mark, the property will be provided with notice to encourage the account holder to contact the water department to arrange for a payment plan. |
| Water Meter Replacements |
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The Water meter installation program continues. Homes that still require a new meter need to immediately book an installation time by calling 1-855-455-3693. Installers are following health protocols to ensure safety while entering people’s homes. If any occupant has concerns over social distancing please notify the call centre so that an appointment can be booked for a later date. Doing so will avoid any disconnection of services. |
| Transit |
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The Prince Albert Transit System continues to operate but due to low ridership the rush hour bus and early morning hour (6:45a.m. to 7:45a.m.) has been cancelled. Ridership will continue to be monitored and service reinstated if needed.
Effective immediately, monthly bus passes are now available at a flat rate of $25 for all users. Passes can be purchases at vendor locations throughout the City.
Safety precautions have been implemented on the system. Plexiglas has been installed to protect drivers and high touch surfaces are being cleaned after each round and social distancing recommendations are being followed (two meters between people). Drivers continue to have the authority to refuse riders if the bus is too full. |
| Facilities and Services that Remain Open |
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As of May 26, 2020- Facilities and Services that Remain Open Cemetery |
| Facilities Closed to the Public |
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Parks, trails and public spaces remain open. The Kinsmen skateboard park, basketball courts, tennis courts and playground structures in all parks are closed. As of March 20, 2020 As of March 17, 2020 Alfred Jenkins Field House |
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Executive Committee and City Council Meetings |
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All City buildings are closed to the public including City Hall. Only written submissions will be accepted for public meetings of City Council and Executive Committee. You can view agendas and minutes for upcoming meetings online. If you would like to submit correspondence please email the City Clerk. All City Council meetings are broadcast live on Shaw TV Channel 10 and repeats again on Wednesday's at 2:30 p.m.
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Flush ONLY Toilet Paper |
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In recognition that there are toilet paper shortages currently, as well as an increased use of disinfecting wipes, we remind you that flushing certain items down the toilet may result in expensive maintenance issues for homeowners and the community. Please, toilet paper only.
***Given toilet paper shortages in recent weeks, please know that: Only human waste and toilet paper should be flushed down your toilet. Even disposable wipes, Kleenex and paper towel can clog your pipes and toilet and end in expensive repairs.
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The City of Prince Albert would like to announce that the Cooke Municipal Golf Course will be open for the 2020 season starting Friday, May 22, 2020. Tee times will be available online and over the phone beginning Thursday, May 21st.
The decision to open the golf course required review given the operational requirements and revenue losses associated with restrictions. “I want to apologize to our staff and other members of the golf community that took unnecessary abuse over the May Long Weekend regarding the delayed opening of the golf course for the 2020 season. This was not their decision,” said Mayor Greg Dionne. “It was a tough decision that required careful consideration and it was ours to make. To the season pass holders that were upset about losing minimal time over the weekend, you will easily make it up since at this point, all tournaments will not be proceeding.”
“City Council is aware of the challenges the golf course will have this year and understands the responsibility to provide a service that is safe and operated in a fiscally responsible way,” added Dionne. “We are looking forward to providing a much needed recreation option in Prince Albert, but we ask for a little patience as we work through the regulations and the implications for a publicly owned course.”
A number of safety procedures will be in place when the course opens and patrons need to be aware that the expectation is that all safety protocols be followed. “We need to remember that this is a test for the public to respect the Golf Course guidelines in the ReOpen Plan,” said Dionne. “If you cannot respect the rules, you will not be able to golf at our facility.”
For those interested in golfing this season, please take note of restrictions in place for golf courses and the following operational items:
- A new washroom will be available at the exterior of the PA Golf & Curling Centre. All other washrooms will be closed under the Golf Course Guidelines released by the Province.
- There will be no Food & Beverage Cart service to start the season as outlined under the Golf Course Guidelines released by the Province.
- Food & Beverage Service will be available by pick-up through the new serving window at the PA Golf & Curling Centre.
