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October 2013
munities battle for provincial funding, so
it makes perfect sense to collaborate with
other communities ... we can use the funds
together which is a more efficient way to
spend tax dollars.”
Such regional cooperation has also
led to the creation of a public transpor-
tation system, especially significant since
Grey Hound recently discontinued its ser-
vice in this corridor. Through an arrange-
ment with Red Deer, a bus service will
extend from there through to Blackfalds
and Lacombe, helping seniors transit to
necessary appointments and more. Chris-
tie says other initiatives involve working
with large employers in the area, devis-
ing a system that will allow employees
to keep their personal cars at home and
commute to work on this bus system.
Enhancements to the highway, public
transportation, storm water management
and waste water systems are still just a
fraction of the advancement underway in
Lacombe, yet collectively, these improve-
ments help reflect the changes that are
taking place and the intent to ensure a sus-
tainable tomorrow. “Anyone who assumes
leadership in a community becomes very
aware of what you have to work with ...
you inherit systems that are there and try
