Invasive Zebra and Quagga Mussels
July 4 2024Pigeon Lake monitors for two types of invasive mussels; Zebra and Quagga mussels. Both of these mussel species are considered invasive not only to our lake but to all of Canada. The Zebra mussels have a striped zigzag pattern on their shell generally varying in size…
Certification of Mailing of Tax Notices
May 23 2024Certification of Mailing of Tax Notices This is notification under Section 336 (1) of the Municipal Government Act that Combined Tax Notices & Property Assessments were mailed to all property owners in the Summer Village of Silver Beach on May 23, 2024. Please note:…
Cute But Destructive
May 23 2024The racoons are on the move, and looking for a place to eat and have their babies. If you wish to keep them away from your property, please take down your bird feeders as they love to eat the seeds. Feed your pets indoors because they also love pet food. And make…
Fertilizer Ban
May 23 2024Recent rains have our lawns greening up nicely. It's important to remember our bylaw which prohibits the use of cosmetic lawn fertilizer. Take a look at the by-law with this link....
Summer Fun for Kids
May 22 2024There's lots of fun for kids this summer at Pigeon Lake. Take a look at this poster for more details....
Summer Road Work
May 14 2024We have some road work repairs scheduled for this year, fully covered through grant funding: Road repairs: Main road for Silver Beach requires renovations including mill & overlay work. Project Area: Silver Beach Road across from approximately lots #55, 59,…
Open House for Project at Mulhurst Bay
May 3 2024There will be an open house regarding a development at Mulhurst Bay, adjacent to the Summer Village on Wednesday May 15, 2024 from 5 until 7 pm at the Community Centre....
Fire Ban
April 11 2024Effective Friday, April 12, 2024, the Summer Village of Silver Beach declares a TOTAL FIRE BAN within the entire Summer Village of Silver Beach boundaries. This ban includes any fire works, open fires, including: camp and recreational fires. The ban will remain in…
Spring Road Ban
April 2 2024Spring road bans are now in effect. The maximum allowable axle weight is at 50%. Road Ban Order...
Ice Heave Repairs
March 26 2024Did you have ice heaves pushing on your part of the shoreline this winter? Do you plan on repairing the shore to its Fall 2023 state? Do you plan on bringing in contractors or heavy equipment to do your repair work? If you answered "yes" to the second and/or third…
Living in Cougar Country
February 20 2024Evidence of cougar activity has been noted in the Summer Village of Itaska Beach. Alberta Fish and Wildlife has been notified. While sightings are rare, the Pigeon Lake area has a stable population of cougars. It is very rare for people to hear the sounds cougars…
Development Proposal Adjacent to Silver Beach
February 1 2024Concerns have been expressed about a proposed new development east of the Summer Village beside the Mulhurst Community Hall. On Facebook the project is being advertised as “Charmed Resorts”. The Summer Village has passed on its’ concerns to the developer.…
Snow Removal
January 11 2024Residents are reminded the snow plows are back on the road, and garbage bins need to be pulled back from the road as soon as garbage pickup is complete. This keeps the roads clear for the snow plows. If you are not going to be home after garbage has been picked…
New Year's Eve Fireworks
December 28 2023Residents are allowed to release fireworks on New Year's Eve without a fire permit, as noted in the fireworks bylaw. If you plan on fireworks, please be aware of the dry conditions. Dry spruce trees can easily catch fire and damage properties in the Summer Village.…
Best of the Holiday Season
December 22 2023Councillors and administration wish to extend our warmest wishes for Christmas, and a wonderful New Year!...
Holiday Garbage Pick Up
December 21 2023The final pick up for garbage in 2023 will be December 30th. You can find the schedule for 2024 on our public works page....
Thank you for safe driving
December 7 2023Council reviewed the data from the speed radar signs. While the signs visually let you know your speed and help to encourage all drivers to stay within the speed limit, they also collect data. We were pleased to see that 72% of drivers were within the speed limit,…
Survey: Local elections and councillor accountability
November 8 2023The Provincial Government is gathering feedback: https://www.alberta.ca/local-elections-and-councillor-accountability-engagement If you choose to complete the survey, while there is not a specific question around Summer Villages, we would suggest that you leave…
Reminder- Garbage Collection Schedule
November 3 2023Friendly Reminder The garbage collection schedule changes on Monday, November 6th, 2023 to bi-weekly. 2023 Garbage Collection Schedule Thank you for your co-operation. ...
