Penhold town council and Innisfail RCMP address safety measures with local businesses

On May 6, Penhold Mayor Mike Yargeau and Staff Sergeant Ian Ihme of the Innisfail RCMP, met with local businesses to discuss safety and ways in which to mitigate risk for themselves, their staff and business.

When appointed as head of the Innisfail RCMP Detachment, Ihme says he was committed to having a strong presence in Penhold. He says this is being achieved by holding town meetings, having an RCMP presence at town events, and regular patrols throughout the community.

“We are very pleased with Staff Sergeant Ihme’s commitment to ensure a strong RCMP presence in Penhold,” says Yargeau. “Our protective services department in partnership with the RCMP help ensure our community is a safe and secure place where we can live, work and raise a family.”

Town Council approved an Annual Performance Plan Agreement with RCMP Innisfail Detachment identifying three key priorities: