MOOSE JAW — Many homeowners decorate their yards annually with shrubs, flowers and other colourful flora, but there are only a few properties that city hall deems worthy of a prize.
The City of Moose Jaw handed out four awards during the Sept. 23 regular city council meeting as part of the 2024 Beautification Awards program. Derek Blais, director of community services, spoke briefly about each winner, while Mayor Clive Tolley presented a plaque to each recipient.
There were 16 entries in total.
Since 1981, city hall has handed out Beautification Awards, which recognize outstanding properties in the community and promote civic spirit among residents.
“To all the nominees, your efforts in enhancing our city spaces make a meaningful impact and create a welcoming, vibrant community for everyone,” said Derek Blais, director of community services. “Thank you for your time and dedication.”
Blais thanked all the sponsors and volunteers who contributed to the program since it would not exist without their efforts. He also thanked Nijil Martin, city hall’s forestry and horticulture supervisor, for helping co-ordinate the awards program.
“The 30,000-plus flowers that you and your team plant every year do not go unnoticed,” the director continued.
Blais added that the 16 submissions were the most the program had received in years, which made it difficult for the judges to decide who had the best yard.
Winners
The award for best residential property on South Hill went to Jason Schultz at 1160 Iroquois Street West; Cornell Landscaping and Design sponsored this award.
The award for best residential property in northwest Moose Jaw went to Stacey and Colleen Statler at 1210 Grace Street; Emerald Custom Creations sponsored this award. The Statlers were not present during the meeting to receive their award.
The award for best residential property in the east end of Moose Jaw was given to Donna Valness at 1022 Third Avenue Northeast; Windmill Greenhouses sponsored this award.
The best residential property in Sunningdale/VLA/West Park/Iron Bridge went to Bill and Laurette Keen at 127 Calypso Drive; Keon Garden Centre sponsored this award.
Previous winners can be found on the .
After handing out the awards, Tolley thanked the recipients and everyone who participated, pointing out that everyone showed “fantastic properties.”
The next regular council meeting is Monday, Oct. 7.
