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Extreme make-over: wall edition



    Walmart has taken out a building permit to repair the damaged wall on their property.
    Mayor Yemen said the company is planning to start the work later into September, weather permitting.
    After the initial start date this spring lapsed  without repairs, the Town of Drumheller  spent time trying to get Walmart to have the repairs completed this summer.
    With no construction again planned, the Town sent a letter to Walmart asking for action, with specific timelines set out to the retailer.
    The Town was also considering court action as   step if Walmart was further unwilling to comply with the municipality.
    Safety, the instability of the ground, and avoiding a road cave-in were what the Town cited as their main concerns.
    Walmart placed fencing around the wall towards mid-August to keep people away from the area.
    The Mayor said this will be the third time Walmart has had to repair the large retaining wall the borders the store parking lot.
    Construction costs are estimated at half a million dollars.


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