MELVILLE — The City of Melville is set to honour one of its longest-serving leaders.
City council has approved a plan to rename a portion of King Street between 10th and 12th Avenue as Streelasky Way, recognizing former Mayor Walter Streelasky for his decades of service.
Streelasky spent 24 years on Melville city council, including 18 years as mayor before choosing not to run again in 2024. During his time in office, he oversaw major projects such as the new wastewater facility, landfill expansion, water treatment plant and lift station. He also guided the growth of the city’s hospitality corridor, helped welcome 22 new businesses and supported developments like the Cumberland Villas seniors’ housing project and the CN Community Centre.
In 2024, Streelasky was also awarded an honorary membership with the Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association for his contributions.
The renaming carries minimal cost, with only sign installation and a small land titles processing fee required. Since no homes or businesses use that stretch of King Street as a primary address, no address changes will be needed.
The city plans to complete the administrative steps for the name change and will hold a dedication and reveal ceremony in 2026.
Melville council authorizes new catering agreement
Melville city council has authorized the Recreation and Programming manager to negotiate and sign a new catering contract with The In-House Chef Services for the Cornerstone Event Centre inside the CN Community Centre.
The agreement will begin Feb. 1, 2026, and run until Dec. 31, 2027, with an option for a two-year extension upon mutual agreement.
The In-House Chef Services was selected through a competitive RFP process for its experience, strong reputation and ability to serve events of all sizes.
Council also thanked longtime caterer Deanna and DLB Catering for their years of service.
Volunteer board opportunities open in Melville for 2026
The City of Melville is inviting residents to get involved and make a difference in the community.
Starting Jan. 1, the vity is looking for volunteers to serve on several boards and committees.
Positions are open on the Police Commission Board, the Melville Public Library, the Regional Park Committee and the Recreation, Culture & Leisure Services Advisory Committee, with multiple vacancies available on each.
If you’re a Canadian citizen, 18 or older, and a full-time resident of Melville, you’re encouraged to apply.
Applications are due by Monday, Jan. 5 at 4 p.m. Send your application to cmountney@melville.ca or for more details, visit melville.ca and search “Boards and Commissions.”
City of Melville approves three‑year deal with commissionaires
The City of Melville has approved a three-year contract with the vommissionaires, keeping their security and bylaw services in place from 2026 through 2028.
The deal maintains current service levels — three days a week, eight hours a day — at an annual cost of just over $70,600, saving the city about four per cent compared to standard increases.
This year, commissionaires have issued 152 orders to remedy and 129 warnings, while animal complaints have risen to 160. They also assist the RCMP, fire services, planning and manage parking enforcement.
Council says the contract ensures continued safety and good governance for Melville residents.
