Cover Photo by Kyle Fauchon, 2016. Announcements lighthouse photo by Dennis Manrique, 2018.
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Announcements
**FIRE BAN ***
RESCINDED.
Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory
RESCINDED.
This letter is to advise that the Water Security Agency (WSA) in consultation with the Saskatchewan Health Authority has by way of this letter rescinded the Precautionary Drinking Water Advisory (PDWA) issued to the residence located on the Resort Village of Cochin – SEAONAL LINES ONLY in the Resort Village of Cochin effective May 19, 2023. This advisory has been rescinded after the required samples from the distribution system have returned with acceptable results and the system has been flushed
Seasonal Water Distribution System Activation
The Seasonal Water Distribution System has been activated with ongoing Water Line Maintenance and System preparation being undertaken.
This process involves Line locates from Crown Corporations, Flushing and Loading of Line, Precautionary Drink Water Advisory and testing compliance amongst other objectives bringing the system operation on the North and South side of Lehman Creek.
The process undertaken to activate the system starts on the North side of the Creek and finishes with the South side of Lehman Creek. The process has started the week of May 8th and has been completed the hopes of the Resort Village of Cochin is that the "Water is Turned-On" and accessible to all subscribers free from Precautionary Drink Water Advisory by May 18th, 2023.
2023 Seasonal Water Turn-on
Seasonal Water lines have been activated- check for Precautionary Drink Water Advisories accordingly.
2023 Tax Notices
2023 Tax Notices mailed as of April 12th, 2023. If you have not received a copy of your 2023 Tax Notice by May 15th, please contact the Office directly (306)386-2333.
MUN= Municipal Tax Levy
SCH= School Tax Levy
DEPUTY FOREMAN Position Available
SCOPE
The Public Works Deputy Foreman shall be responsible to Resort Village of Cochin Council under the direction of CAO.
NOTICE is hereby given that the Assessment Roll for the Resort Village of Cochin for the year 2023 has been prepared and is open to inspection at the office of the Assessor from 9:00 am to noon and 1:00 to 4:00 pm, Tuesday to Thursday from March 1 to March 31, 2023.
A Bylaw pursuant to Section 214 of The Municipalities Act has been passed and the Assessment Notices have been sent as required. Any person who wishes to appeal against their assessment is required to file a Notice of Appeal, accompanied by a $250.00 fee for each assessment being appealed, to the:
Secretary of the Board of Revision
Western Municipal Consulting
Box 149 Meota, SK S0M 1X0
by the 31st day of March, 2023.
Dated this 28th day of FEBRUARY, 2023
2023 Budget
Council News --> Other Documents --> Financial
2021 Audited Financial Statements
Council News --> Other Documents --> Financial
Resort Village of Cochin Council Meeting Dates
Council News--> Other Documents--> Informational
Beach Cleaning and Leaf Pickup
Residents are asked to remove all items that impede efficient cleaning of the beach areas throughout the year.
Leaf pickups will occur after the May long weekend and after the September long weekend. Residents will have the responsibility of taking tree and bush trimmings to the landfill and are reminded that you should not allow this type of refuse to build up .
PUBLIC NOTICE
Fire Protection
Notice of Proposed Annexation
Notice of Proposed Annexation
Leadership from RM of Meota No. 468, Village of Meota, Resort Village of Metinota and the Resort Village of Cochin have put politics and jurisdiction aside to consider the long-term feasibility and functionality of the new proposed Regional Fire Protection model encompassing Jackfish Lake & Region Fire District.
Regional Partnerships are an excellent means for municipal success; in good from they increase the quality of economic, political, social and environmental aspects of life.
Intermunicipal Cooperation allows municipalities to:
Share their knowledge
Enhance service delivery
Focus on building a strong region
Plan for growth
Ensure consistency
Sharing of risk, control, costs and benefits
Increased quality of life
Notice of Proposed Annexation
Notice of Proposed Annexation
Notice of Proposed Annexation
RESORT VILLAGE OF COCHIN:
SW 1/4 Section 30-47-16-W3M
Proposed Parcel V- Public Utility
File: SUBD-000290-2022
Surveyor File: NB222264
RM of Meota No. 468:
NW1/4 Section-19-47-16-W3M
Proposed Parcel P- Commercial
File: SUBD-000166-2022
Subdivision Regulations 2014, requires response on any concern within (40) days notice.
Subdivision Documentation available at Resort Village office upon request.
Landon Chambers
Administrator
Garbage Pickup
REMINDERS- SUMMER
REMINDERS- SUMMER
Garbage Pickup will be moving to Comprehensive Curbside Cart Program with Lakeside Environmental, starting in Summer 2022. Look for additional program information in the mail with 2022 Tax Notices or feel free to contact the Resort Village of Cochin Office with any questions you may have.
REMINDERS- SUMMER
REMINDERS- SUMMER
REMINDERS- SUMMER
As you prepare for the upcoming May long weekend, please keep the following mind:
Property Development requires permits. If you are in doubt, contact the Resort Village office;
Dogs are to be leased, fenced, and under control at all times;
Please clean up after your pets accordingly;
Please clean up after yourselves. Garbage bins are available in public areas;
Don not store or place refuse outside of your property. Municipal Reserve and green space is for the enjoyment of everyone;
Obey and follow all signage including water advisories and fire ban information when posted;
Contact the Resort Village office to report concerns or seek information;
Be a good neighbour.
Respectful and kind relationships, open lines of communication and help make this a wonderful community all year round.
Thank you everyone! We are looking forward to seeing you this summer.
About Us
About Us
Land of Living Skies
Cochin Lighthouse
The Resort Village of Cochin is located 36 kilometres north of the Battlefords on Highway 4 North in Saskatchewan. It is nestled between two beautiful prairie lakes, Murray Lake and Jackfish Lake. This location makes the resort community of Cochin a great vacation spot as well as a fantastic place to live. Join us for our annual Cochin
The Resort Village of Cochin is located 36 kilometres north of the Battlefords on Highway 4 North in Saskatchewan. It is nestled between two beautiful prairie lakes, Murray Lake and Jackfish Lake. This location makes the resort community of Cochin a great vacation spot as well as a fantastic place to live. Join us for our annual Cochin Days celebration during the second weekend of August .
(Photo by Leanne Murphy)
Cochin Lighthouse
Land of Living Skies
Cochin Lighthouse
A lighthouse in Saskatchewan?! The only lighthouse in Saskatchewan is at the north end of the village of Cochin. The Cochin Lighthouse was built in 1988 on the top of Pirot Hill. From here visitors have a spectacular view of both Jackfish and Murray Lakes. The lighthouse is 11.5 meters tall (38 ft). There are 153 steps to the top. The r
A lighthouse in Saskatchewan?! The only lighthouse in Saskatchewan is at the north end of the village of Cochin. The Cochin Lighthouse was built in 1988 on the top of Pirot Hill. From here visitors have a spectacular view of both Jackfish and Murray Lakes. The lighthouse is 11.5 meters tall (38 ft). There are 153 steps to the top. The rotating beacon can be seen for miles.
(Photo by Kyle Fauchon)
Land of Living Skies
Land of Living Skies
Land of Living Skies
There's a reason that Saskatchewan is known for its living skies. We have the most spectacular sunsets in the world! Residents and visitors can enjoy the the beach, take a refreshing swim in the lake, play tennis or beach volleyball, visit the playgrounds, fish, waterski, wakeboard or tube behind a boat. There's lots to do here all year
There's a reason that Saskatchewan is known for its living skies. We have the most spectacular sunsets in the world! Residents and visitors can enjoy the the beach, take a refreshing swim in the lake, play tennis or beach volleyball, visit the playgrounds, fish, waterski, wakeboard or tube behind a boat. There's lots to do here all year round. Enjoy photos of the area here.