Crime, infrastructure and budgets in the spotlight at mayors’ address
Crime, budget constraints, and aging infrastructure were at the forefront for the City of North Battleford and the Town of Battleford over the past year.
North Battleford Mayor Ryan Bater and Town of Battleford Mayor Ames Leslie recounted highlights from the past year and their plans for the year ahead at the Seventh Annual State of the City and Town Address Tuesday. About 70 people attended the event, which was organized by the Battlefords Chamber of Commerce.
Bater addressed the problem of crime in North Battleford and said the city is focused on a number of strategies to make the community safer.
Community safety continues to be “top of mind” for many people in the city, he said, calling the issue “one of our highest priorities.”