Killam
the community has existed for well over 100 years, first as an unincorporated
settlement, then as a village.
In
May of 1965 Killam was incorporated as a town, and our community recently
gathered fora barbecue to celebrate this 50th anniversary.
As
well, we heard this past week from one of our former Town Councillors, and I
want to share parts of the letter we received -
Mayor
James,
As
the only surviving member of the first town council in 1965, I am privileged
to be able to wish you, your council and the citizens of Killam a very
happy 50th anniversary on May 1st.
That
council under the exceptional leadership of Mayor Gordie Hilker consisted
of Amy Robinson, me, Arnold Saunders, Craig Lawson, Roy Manning, and Fred
Martin. While this seems like a pretty
illustrious and cooperative group, most of the great ideas and drive
came
from Gordie and Arnold with exceptional assistance from Sid James, the
secretary-treasurer.
It
was a very busy time with the installation of the town water system, the
extension of the sewer system and the development of the Killam-Sedgewick
natural gas company, the first such organization in Alberta. Gas
was installed town-wide in 1965. While these were great town amenities, this
council as well as prior councils established a culture of ensuring that
the
town was neat and attractive with a good range of recreational facilities and
businesses. Every time I visit I see that this trend has been continued and enhanced.
Have
a great barbecue and a good 50th anniversary celebration. You should be
very proud of the outstanding community you have built!
Sincerely,
Bernie
Chandler
Victoria,
BC
Thank
you, Bernie, for your kind words. To all our citizens, past & present,
well done - you have helped to build a great community.
Bud
James
