Mr. Speaker, in the 15 years that the rural municipality of Headingley has been in existence, it has made remarkable progress.
Headingley has low property taxes and no business tax, yet it has been able to build a new water and sewer system, pave roads and provide excellent services. The community has built a state of the art community centre, a new library and is home to a heritage centre.
Headingley is a booming business centre. The business community includes Shelmerdine Garden Center, Headingley Sport Shop, the Gates on Roblin, McMunn and Yates Building Supplies, the Flying J, a new Sobey's grocery store distribution centre, Taillieu Construction and Nick's Inn, to name a few.
Moreover, many Manitobans, like myself, share fond memories as a camper or councillor at Camp Manitou.
Headingley's fully serviced residential developments are some of the most sought after properties in the region. This, combined with Phoenix Elementary School, make Headingley an excellent environment for families.
I wish to thank the people of Headingley for their support.