“CRIME STOPPERS WANTED” for: April 8th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in locating this person who is: “WANTED BY POLICE” Tyvon COOPER (31 yrs) FOR Trafficking Cocaine Tyvon Cooper is wanted by police for numerous drug trafficking related charges. In May, 2021, Tyvon Cooper was arrested for several charges in relation to trafficking cocaine. On December 9th, 2021, he failed to attend court in relation to the charges. Tyvon Cooper’s current whereabouts is unknown and police are asking for any information in relation to his whereabouts. ***************** If you have any information as to the whereabouts of this person or anyone else “Wanted by Police” you are asked to contact Brandon Crime Stoppers @ 204-727-TIPS (8477), www.brandoncrimestoppers.com or by texting BCSTIP+your message to CRIMES (274637). Crime Stoppers does not subscribe to Call Display. Your call is not recorded and your identity will remain anonymous. Crime Stoppers will pay up to $2000.00 cash for information that leads to the solution of a crime. ****************************************************************** CRIME OF THE WEEK for April 8th, 2022 The Brandon Police Service is seeking the public’s assistance in solving a; Theft from Retailer On February 19th, 2022, at approximately 3pm, police responded to a theft from a retailer in the 800’ block of Rosser Ave. A male and female suspect had caused a disturbance and stole an item of jewelry. They were captured on video surveillance and a copy of the still images are attached to this release. The male is described as wearing black clothing, sliver chain, and a black hat with silver writing. The female was also wearing dark clothing and a camouflage hat.

Source: Brandon Police Service Media Release On April 7, 2022, at approximately 10:00 pm, police observed a vehicle collision in the 700 block of 6th street.  The suspect vehicle had rear ended a taxi.  There were no injuries as a result of the accident. Police had reason to believe that the driver of the suspect vehicle had consumed alcohol; however, the 31-year-old female driver refused to provide a sample of her breath.  She was arrested and lodged at Brandon Police Service. While at Brandon Police Service, the female suspect became combative and assaulted two officers by pushing them and spitting on them. She will be released to appear in court on May 30, 2022 on charges of Refuse to Provide Sample with Demand and Assault Peace officer X2.

City of Brandon’s Solid Waste Section is pleased to announce that the Green Cart Program will begin for another season during the week of April 19th - 22nd, 2022. Once underway, weekly pick-up will be maintained through early November, weather-dependant. All collection days will coincide with a household’s regular refuse and recycling pick-up day. Program participants are reminded to have their Green Cart out for pick-up no later than 6 a.m. on their scheduled pick-up day and to only use compostable plastic bags or kraft paper bags as bin liners. Participants are also encouraged to rinse their Green Cart out regularly to avoid compost residues or odors. “2021 was a successful year for the Green Cart Program diverting almost 2,000 tonnes from the landfill” notes City of Brandon Manager of Solid Waste Scott Haddow. “We now have over 9,000 participants in the Green Cart Program, which is encouraging to see. If you don’t yet have a Green Cart, I would encourage you to register online at City of Brandon - Green Cart Program Signup or call 204-729-2281.” Why Should I Participate in The Green Cart Program? There are several environmental and economic benefits resulting from a successful organic recycling program, including: Processing waste material to create new products that can be used within City operations and/or returned to residents of the City of Brandon for their use Diverting organic decomposition from the landfill will help reduce greenhouse gas emissions For every tonne that is diverted, residents of Brandon are saving $91 in landfill tipping fees   How Much Organic Waste Was Diverted Because Of The Green Cart Program In 2021? In 2021, the Green Cart Program was successful in diverting 1,989 tonnes of food scraps and yard waste. What Can I Put in The Green Cart? Leaves, eggshells and paper napkins are a few of the items that are acceptable in the Green Cart Program. A list of acceptable materials can be found at City of Brandon - Green Cart Guide. How Do I Sign Up? Residents are encouraged to register online at City of Brandon - Green Cart Program Signup. Program registration is open for eligible residents of single-family homes or multi-family complexes of six (6) units or less. Residents can also take their compost material to any of the City of Brandon - Yard Waste Depots locations or directly to the Eastview Landfill, located at 765 33rd Street East. For questions about the Green Cart Program, please email greencart@brandon.ca or call the City of Brandon’s Solid Waste Section at 204-729-2281. (City of Brandon PSA)

Brandon Fire & Emergency Services is donating the following medical supplies and emergency response items to the front lines in Ukraine: 22 Firefighting Helmets 5 Scoop Stretchers 5 Long Back Boards 2 Kendrick Extrication Devices 1 Trauma Bag 1 Sager Traction Splint 1 Stair Chair One of the local organizers and volunteers is a City of Brandon employee, Oleksandr Holovan. In his spare time, Holovan is coordinating the delivery of these items to Winnipeg, where along with other donations, they will be shipped out via a container to the front lines in Ukraine. “We are honoured to be able to partner with other local organizations to support the people of Ukraine,” notes Brandon Fire & Emergency Services Chief Scott McDonald. “These items will be used to assist those most affected by the war in Ukraine.” “I am very appreciative of all of the support that we have received from the City of Brandon,” notes Holovan. “I have close family members back home in Ukraine, and know that all of our efforts will help Ukraine resist Russian aggression.” On March 2nd, 2022, the City released a statement that Mayor & Council stand in solidarity with the people of Ukraine and on March 5th, the City raised the Ukrainian flag at City Hall for 4 days and 4 nights as part of showing our solidarity and support for Ukraine. For those looking for ways to get involved, please visit  manitoba4ukraine.ca.

City of Brandon Parks & Recreation Services is offering free wood chip mulch for pickup. The mulch pile is located east of the City’s Parks Complex (2020 McGregor Avenue). Residents and businesses are invited to pick up as much mulch as they can use. Please note that the mulch has not been cleaned, so there may be debris in the mulch. The mulch is available on a first come, first served basis while quantities last. When arriving at the Parks Complex, please enter via 20th Street North and then exit via 19th Street North. City staff WILL NOT provide any assistance with loading the mulch. Delivery is NOT available for this free mulch. Those interested in purchasing soil amendment may contact the Eastview Landfill by calling 204-729-2281. Soil amendment per tonne is calculated as per the City of Brandon Landfill Fee Schedule. (City of Brandon PSA)