BATTLEFORD — A new festival is coming to the town of Battleford in late August, according to details outlined at a council meeting Monday.
Council approved a resolution for planning to begin for the Town of Battleford Food Truck Festival and Trade Show.
The event is to take place Aug 26 to 28 in the Alex Dillabough Centre area. The plan is for food trucks and vendors to set up outside in the field space nearby, while the trade show would be inside at the Alex Dillabough Centre.
According to Community Planner Paige Hundt, it will be a fun opportunity for community members to get out and enjoy good food and also showcase their businesses. The aim is to attract local food trucks as well as those from outside the community.
Council also approved the renewal of a lease agreement for Battle River Archers for 2022.
Battle River Archers has been leasing the space at the former Battleford curling rink for several year. Their lease was due to expire Jan. 31, so this extends their lease another year, with no changes to the terms.
Council made known they were happy with Battle River Archers’ tenancy, with Mayor Ames Leslie saying they make good tenants and have been responsible for their portion of upkeep and renovations.
Council has also approved the construction of an asphalt pump track in the river valley. It will be situated between 35th Street and the walking path across from the ACT Park, and will be 10,000 square feet. There was discussion the town will need to address potential traffic in the area.
The project had already been approved in the capital budget. The location was picked now, said Leslie, to get moving on tenders so construction can proceed.
Two locations had been examined: the river valley across from ACT or the open field across from the campground. It was decided the river valley was the most suitable location as it was closer to the walking path and a more central location.
