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A special meeting of North Battleford Action Now Seniors was held May 19 with seven board members present.
President Margaret Kemp reported quotes had been received from roofing contactors. All quotes were similar, but, after a vote, J & D Roofing was awarded the contract and a colour was chosen.
Treasurer Stella Evanchuk presented a financial statement and indicated funds are in place to pay the bill when the work is completed. She indicated Sask Lotteries grants are on the way.
Marcel pointed out a toilet in the men's washroom needs some repairs and he would take care of that as well as the carpet on the steps when weather permits.
There were two scholarship applications from John Paul II and one from North Battleford Comprehensive High School and a decision was made on the recipient.
Kitchen supplies were inventoried and some supplies were taken to the food bank before they expire.
A message from Margaret Kemp:
Nurseries and plant suppliers have opened and people are flocking to get their supply of bedding plants. It's a good indication summer is on it's way. While I was buying plants recently I heard a young gardener ask when it is safe to transplant flowers outside. She was worried they might freeze. Gardeners in Saskatchewan know there is no safe time and are familiar with covering and uncovering delicate plants spring and fall. Regardless, it made me think, "Wouldn't it be nice if that was all we had to worry about?"
Over the past few months the whole world has been worrying about how to safe and healthy. Efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19 have incited drastic measures resulting in a change to the way we live. As we stay home as much as possible, keep two metres apart and avoid visiting loved ones in care centres and hospitals, we are reinventing normal interaction with others.
Among those places closed to the public is Action Now Seniors' Centre, a place where seniors have enjoyed activities for 40 years.
Although this situation has been a hardship for everyone and devastating for families who have lost loved ones, we are so thankful for those who are doing their utmost to protect and care for us.
It seems so long since this all began and I know we are all anxious to resume our social activities. Some of us are having difficulty finding things to do, but with the nice weather arriving we 're able to get out and enjoy Mother Nature.
We want you to know we are thinking of you and longing for the days when we can gather again.
Stay safe and healthy and have a great summer.
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