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Home My WebLink About2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 1600-2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 May 11, 2021 8:30 a.m. CALL MEETING TO ORDER 1.0 Agenda 1.1 Additions to the Agenda 1.2 Adoption of the Agenda 2.0 Approval of Minutes 2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of April 27, 2021 3.0 Appointments No Appointments are Scheduled for this Meeting 4.0 Transportation No Report 5.0 Community Services 5.1 Planning 5.1.1 Road Closure at Horseshoe Canyon Bylaw #1823 5.1.2 Cancellation of the May Municipal Planning Commission Meeting 5.2 Water/Wastewater/Environment No Report 5.3 Agricultural Service Board & Parks No Report 5.4 Protective Services 5.4.1 Proposed Animal Control Bylaw #1840 6.0 Corporate Services 6.1 Canada Revenue Agency Authorization 6.2 Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy #16-16 7.0 Business Arising from Previous Minutes 7.1 2021Tax Rate Bylaw #1834 1 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package May 11, 2021 Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 of 2 8.0 New Business 8.1 Municipal Elections 8.2 Kneehill County Scholarship Policy #15-5 8.3 Seasonal Road Bans 9.0 Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business No Report 10.0 Council and Committee Reports 10.1 January 19, 2021 Kneehill County Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes 11.0 Council Follow-up Action List 12.0 Closed Session 12.1 Land (Section 17 & 24, FOIP Act) 13.0 Motions from Closed Session 2 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 1 ________ Initials MINUTES OF THE APRIL 27, 2021 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF KNEEHILL COUNTY HELD AT THE KNEEHILL COUNTY OFFICE, 1600- 2ND STREET NE, THREE HILLS, ALBERTA PRESENT: Division No. 1 Faye McGhee, Deputy Reeve Division No. 2 Debbie Penner, Councillor (Video Conf) Division No. 3 Jerry Wittstock, Reeve Division No. 4 Glen Keiver, Councillor Division No. 5 Jim Hugo, Councillor (Video Conf) Division No. 6 Wade Christie, Councillor Division No. 7 Kenneth King, Councillor ALSO PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen Director Community Services Laurie Watt Director Corporate Services Bill McKennan Director of Transportation Brad Buchert Environmental Services Manager John McKiernan Recording Secretary Carolyn Van der Kuil Facilities Maintenance Technician Jason Fehr CALL TO ORDER Reeve Wittstock in the Chair Reeve Wittstock called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. AGENDA 1.0 Agenda 1.1 Additions to the Agenda No additions/deletions were made to the agenda. ADOPTION OF AGENDA 1.2 Adoption of Agenda 177/21 Councillor Christie moved approval of the agenda as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MINUTES 2.0 Minutes 2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of April 13, 2021 178/21 Councillor King moved approval of the April 13, 2021 Council Meeting minutes as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2021 2 _________ Initials APPOINTMENTS 3.0 Appointments 3.1 BDO Canada LLP Alan Litster and Mitch Kennedy reviewed with Council the Draft 2020 Audited Financial Statements. TRANSPORTATION 4.0 Transportation 4.1 Municipal Energy Champions Program 179/21 Councillor King moved that Council accept the Municipal Energy Champions Program participation report as information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4.2 Gravel Crushing Report 180/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council receives for information the transportation report regarding gravel crushing operations. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4.3 Cost Sharing for the Development of Undeveloped Road Allowance Range Road 22-4 181/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council approve 50% cost sharing with owner/developer Ryan Furst in the amount of $6,500 for the development of the undeveloped road allowance on Range Road 22-4 to access a sub-divided parcel situated out of NW-16-28-22-W4, with funds coming from the operating budget. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY The Chair called for a recess at 9:25 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 9:51 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. COMMUNITY SERVICES 5.0 Community Services WATER 5.2 Water/Wastewater/Environment 5.2.1 Resident Engagement Results- Three Hills East Water 182/21 Councillor King moved that Council convene in Closed Session to discuss the 2021 Water Survey Results pursuant to section 17 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, at 10:17 a.m. CARRIED The following people were in attendance of the Closed Session to provide a report and advise Council: Mike Haugen, CAO Laurie Watt, Director of Municipal Services Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services John McKiernan, Manager of Environmental Services Brad Buchert, Director of Transportation Carolyn Van der Kuil, Recording Secretary 4 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2021 3 _________ Initials 183/21 Councillor King moved that Council return to open meeting at 10:34 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 10:34 a.m. – meeting recessed to allow return of public. 10:34 a.m. - meeting resumed. WATER 5.2 Water/Wastewater/Environment Cont’d 5.2.1 Resident Engagement Results- Three Hills East Water Cont’d 184/21 Councillor Keiver moved that Council direct administration to explore other water delivery options for the Three Hills East residents. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 5.2.2 Orkney Water Co-op Deputy Reeve McGhee recused herself from the Orkney Water Co-op conversation due to pecuniary interest and left the meeting at 11:00 a.m. 185/21 Councillor King moved that Council direct administration to continue the exploration of assuming ownership and operation of the Orkney Water Co-op under the supported guidance of Council to restrict flow at all connections. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Deputy Reeve McGhee returned to the meeting at 11:32 a.m. 5.2.3 Policy 14-1, Compensation for Crop and Land Damages 186/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council rescind Policy 14-1, Compensation for Crop and Land Damages. Policy 13-8 shall become the guiding policy in place. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY CORPORATE SERV 6.0 Corporate Services 6.1 2020 Audited Financial Statements 187/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council accept the 2020 Audited Financial Statements as presented. CARRIED 6.2 Quarterly Financial Reporting 188/21 Councillor King moved that Council receive the Quarterly Financial Reporting for the period ending March 31, 2021 for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 5 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2021 4 _________ Initials 6.3 Local Improvement Amendments 189/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1837, that being a bylaw for the Grainger-Hesketh Water Service Area Project, replacing Schedule B of Bylaw 1696 due to subdivision activity. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 190/21 Councillor Keiver moved that second reading be given to Bylaw 1837. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 191/21 Councillor King moved that consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1837. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 192/21 Councillor King moved that third reading be given to Bylaw 1837. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 193/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1838, that being a bylaw for the Sunnyslope Pressure Water Service Area Project, replacing Schedule B of Bylaw 1689 due to subdivision activity. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 194/21 Councillor Christie moved that second reading be given to Bylaw 1838. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 195/21 Councillor Penner moved that consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1838. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 196/21 Councillor King moved that third reading be given to Bylaw 1838. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 197/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1839, that being a bylaw for the Selkirk Water Service Area Project, replacing Schedule B of Bylaw 1682 due to subdivision activity. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 198/21 Councillor Keiver moved that second reading be given to Bylaw 1839. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 199/21 Councillor Christie moved that consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1839. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2021 5 _________ Initials 200/21 Councillor King moved that third reading be given to Bylaw 1839. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.4 Water Service Area Special Tax Bylaw #1835 201/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1835, that being a bylaw for the 2021 Water Service Area Special Tax. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 202/21 Councillor King moved that second reading be given to Bylaw 1835. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 203/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1835. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 204/21 Councillor King moved that third reading be given to Bylaw 1835. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY The Chair called for a recess at 12:05 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at 1:00 p.m. with all previously mentioned members present except Councillor Keiver. 6.5 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax Bylaw #1836 205/21 Councillor King moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1836, that being a bylaw for the 2020 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax. CARRIED 206/21 Councillor Christie moved that second reading be given to Bylaw 1836. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 207/21 Councillor King moved that consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1836. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 208/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that third reading be given to Bylaw 1836. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.6 2021 Tax Bylaw #1834 209/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1834 that, being a bylaw for the 2021 Tax Rates. CARRIED 210/21 Councillor Christie moved that second reading be given to Bylaw 1834. CARRIED 7 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2021 6 _________ Initials 211/21 Councillor King moved that consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1834. DID NOT RECEIVE UNANIMOUS CONSENT 6.7 Policy #3-16, Organizational Chart 212/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council accept the attached Organizational Chart for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 213/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council rescind Policy #3-16. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY NEW BUSINESS 8.0 New Business 8.1 Community Grants to Non-Profit Organizations Policy #15-3, Round One 214/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council approve the Round One Community Grants to Non-Profit Organizations funding to the following organizations: • Acme & District Golf Course - $2,500.00 • Parkview Lodge of Carbon- $6,000.00 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 8.2 Road Ban Exemption Request 215/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council receive the road ban exemption request for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY COUNCIL REPORTS 10.0 Council and Committee Reports 10.1 Community Futures Wildrose- Minutes were provided from the February 4th meeting. 216/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council receive the Council and Committee reports as presented. CARRIED COUNCIL ACT LIST 11.0 Council Follow-Up Action List 217/21 Councillor King moved that Council receive for information the Council Follow-Up Action List as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ADJOURNMENT Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 1:44 p.m. 8 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package COUNCIL MINUTES OF APRIL 27, 2021 7 _________ Initials ________________________ Jerry Wittstock Reeve _______________________ Mike Haugen CAO 9 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.1 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-01 Subject: Road Closure at Horseshoe Canyon Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Brandy Morgan, Development Officer Presented By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development Link to Strat Plan: Providing Good Governance Recommended Motion: 1. Council move Second Reading of Bylaw 1823 to pursue the road closure and consolidation of a portion of Township Road 28-4, which is an undeveloped road allowance adjacent to the south end of Horseshoe Canyon (more specifically the SW-27-28-21-W4), and road plan 834 LK into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2. 2. Council move Third Reading of Bylaw 1823 to pursue the road closure and consolidation of a portion of Township Road 28-4, which is an undeveloped road allowance adjacent to the south end of Horseshoe Canyon (more specifically the SW-27-28-21-W4), and road plan 834 LK into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2. Background/ Proposal Currently Kneehill County holds a 3.56-acre title to an area directly south of Horseshoe Canyon that has been fragmented by road plan 834 LK. This parcel contains portions of the parking lot and a small portion of the canyon itself. The existing outhouses are on the boundary of the road allowance. The portion of the undeveloped township road runs through the parking lot, the turn around, a portion of the canyon and some of the enhanced trail down to the base. Administration is proposing that this portion of Twp. Rd 28-4 be closed and consolidated into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2 that was created following the realignment of the highway. We are also proposing to close road plan 834 LK which completely fragments the current title. This will also be consolidated into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2. On July 21, 2020 Council gave first reading to Bylaw 1823 and the Public Hearing was held on August 18, 2020. After the public hearing, the bylaw and road closure package were forwarded to Alberta Transportation for their sign off. Administration recently received the package back from Alberta Transportation and we are now ready to finalize the road closure process. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: In 2007, highway 9 was realigned and Alberta Transportation gifted us this parcel. Outhouses were added in 2008, and the parking lot was paved in 2010. Since we do not own the roads, we do not actually own some of the infrastructure that has been developed over time on the site. Closing these roads and consolidating them into the existing plan would enable the land to be utilized more efficiently and the outhouses could be moved or new ones constructed more feasibly. Currently they are not in compliance with the setback requirements in the Land Use bylaw. Consolidating these additional lands would bring the parcel size to approximately 7.5-acres. A Real Property Report will not be required for this property. 10 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.1 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-01 The required Public Hearing was held on August 18, 2020 at 10:00. Following the public hearing, the documents were forwarded to the Minister of Transportation for signature. Once Bylaw 1823 has received Third Reading, it will be sent to the surveyor to be registered and consolidated with the existing plan. Financial Implications: Plan of survey $2860 plus GST A portion of the surveying has already been paid from the 2020 planning operating budget (initial surveying.). The remainder will come from the 2021 planning operating budget. Council Options: 1. Council move Second Reading of Bylaw 1823 to pursue the road closure and consolidation of a portion of Township Road 28-4, which is an undeveloped road allowance adjacent to the south end of Horseshoe Canyon (more specifically the SW-27-28-21-W4), and road plan 834 LK into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2. 2. Council move Third Reading of Bylaw 1823 to pursue the road closure and consolidation of a portion of Township Road 28-4, which is an undeveloped road allowance adjacent to the south end of Horseshoe Canyon (more specifically the SW-27-28-21-W4), and road plan 834 LK into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2. 3. That Council require further information regarding this application prior to making a decision to proceed with or defeat Bylaw 1823. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☐ Public Notification ☒ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☒ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: Bylaw 1823 Follow-up Actions: Administration will ensure that the required notifications, survey, and finalization of the project are completed. Director Approval: Laurie Watt, Director of Community Services CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 11 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 12 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 13 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 14 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.2 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Cancellation of the May Municipal Planning Commission Meeting Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: Council move to cancel the Municipal Planning Commission Meeting, scheduled for May 27, 2021. Background/ Proposal Bylaw 1784 – Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw states under “Conduct of Business”: that the Commission shall hold such meetings as are necessary to fulfill the Commission’s responsibilities. The Municipal Planning Commission currently holds their meetings on the fourth Thursday of every month. Council sets the dates and times the Municipal Planning Commission will meet during the annual organizational meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2021. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Since these meeting dates are set by a motion of Council at their organizational meeting in October, Council authority is required to cancel one. Administration has not received any applications for Discretionary Use development permits or subdivisions prior to the deadline for the May meeting. No other applications can be considered for the May meeting as there is insufficient time to review and circulate the application. There are no other agenda items for discussion. Financial Implications: No per diems will be submitted for Council or Members at Large which will generate a savings to the operating budget. Council Options: 1. Council move to cancel the Municipal Planning Commission Meeting, scheduled for May 27, 2021. 2. Council move to continue with the Municipal Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 27, 2021. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: N/A Follow-up Actions: Administration will ensure that Council and all members at large are aware that the May meeting has been cancelled. Administration will also ensure that the public is advised of the change. 15 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.2 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Director Approval: Laurie Watt, Director of Community Services CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 16 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.4.1 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Proposed Animal Control Bylaw Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Debra Grosfield, Manager Protective Services Presented By: Debra Grosfield, Manager Protective Services Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: 1.That Council approve first reading of Bylaw 1840 that being a bylaw to provide for the licensing, regulating, and control of dogs, hens and animals. 2.That Bylaw 1840 be given second reading. 3. That unanimous consent be provided to proceed to third reading of Bylaw 1840. 4.That Bylaw 1840 be given third and final reading. Background/ Proposal The Land Use Bylaw had Hens added to it last year, and we need to reflect these changes in the proposed Animal Control Bylaw 1840. We also have some enforcement challenges with Bylaw 1714, the current Animal Control Bylaw. The proposed bylaw does reflect legal opinion received. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Proposed changes/options to the Animal Control Bylaw include: 1.Scope – describes who/where the bylaw is applicable to. a)1714 – applicable to residents of Hamlets b)1840 – applicable to LUB Districts, excluding Agriculture District (however we will continue to have enforcement challenges if we don’t include this District either) We do have a work around with using “Working Dog” throughout the bylaw, if Council chooses. 2. Definitions – to match the LUB, and to reflect new wording throughout bylaw. 3.Part Two – old bylaw rearranged to have Running At Large, Nuisances and Threatening Behaviours under one new Section. 4.Part Three – Hens and Hen Permitting. Permitted through the LUB, however the Animal Control Bylaw allows an additional step of enforcement. 5.Part Four and Part Five – Dogs and Vicious Dogs – Having our own declaration of a Vicious Dog allows us another tool instead of/or in combination with the Dangerous Dogs Act (through court system). Did not put a limit on how many Dogs/Animals each resident can have, however this may be put in this section if Council chooses. 6.Part Six – General includes permission needed to drive Livestock through a Hamlet, as described in the Land Use Bylaw. 7.Part Seven thru to Part Twelve – Include enforcement provisions, including reflecting the updated Fines Schedule in Schedule B We have also provided some enforcement statistics relating to Animal Control for 2019 and 2020, with some discussion on where the proposed bylaw may be limiting in enforcement tools. See “Enforcement Stats and Options Animal Control”. Financial Implications: We currently do not have any peace officer trained on Animal Control. This training costs approximately $6000-10,000 per officer. Thus, we currently have a contract with an outside agency to capture/impound. We also do not have an impoundment facility or vehicles that are set up for captures. 17 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.4.1 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Should Council want this, we would need to complete research and add to the operating budget or future budget considerations. Council Options: 1. To pass all three Readings of the proposed Bylaw. 2. To give further direction on changes discussed, and come back to a future Council meeting. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: Bylaw 1714 Proposed Bylaw 1840 Enforcement Stats and Options Animal Control Hen Section of LUB Follow-up Actions: Director Approval: Laurie Watt, Director Community Services CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 18 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package BYLAW NO 1840 ANIMAL CONTROL BYLAW A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO PROVIDE FOR THE LICENSING, REGULATING, AND CONTROL OF DOGS, HENS, and ANIMALS. WHEREAS the Council of Kneehill County wishes to establish a bylaw to regulate, license, and control Dogs, Hens, and Animals within Kneehill County. AND WHEREAS pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, a Council may establish bylaws for the purpose of licensing, regulating, and controlling Dogs, Hens, and Animals, and activities in relation to them; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, duly assembled, enacts as follows: PART ONE INTRODUCTION 1. TITLE This Bylaw shall be known as the “Animal Control Bylaw”. 2. SCOPE This Bylaw is applicable within all Land Use Bylaw Districts, with the exception of the Agriculture District, as described in the County’s Land Use Bylaw as amended from time to time. 3. DEFINITIONS In this bylaw the following words and phrases mean: 3.1 “Animal” means any bird, reptile, amphibian or mammal excluding humans and wildlife, unless otherwise defined in the bylaw; 3.2 “Animal Nuisance” means and includes any use of or activity upon any premises which is offensive to any person acting reasonably, or has or may be reasonably expected to have a detrimental impact upon any person or other premises in the neighborhood or is an imminent danger to public health or safety, or materially depreciates the value of other land or improvements on adjacent land, and may include the following: (a) Noise; (b) Trespass upon property; (c) Threat to public health; (d) Accumulation of animal waste; 19 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 2 of 20 (e) Accumulation of material contaminated by animal waste; (f) Inappropriate disposal of dead stock; (g) Lack of adequate containment or shelter; which in the opinion of an Enforcement Officer, having regard for all circumstances is obnoxious or likely to unreasonably detract from the comfort, repose, health, peace or safety of persons or property within the boundaries of the County. 3.3 “At Large” or “Running at Large” means a Dog, Vicious Dog or Animal which is off the premises of its Owner and is not under the effective, immediate and continuous control of its Owner; and 3.4 “Attack” means an action that harmfully affects or begins to harmfully affect any human or animal; 3.5 “Bite” means any injury to the skin causing it to bruise, puncture, or break; 3.6 “CAO” means Chief Administrative Officer or designate, of Kneehill County; 3.7 “Controlled Confinement” means the confinement or seizure of a Dog in either the facility contracted by the County or at any other location specified in the order so as to cause that Animal to be confined in a pen, cage, or building in a manner that will not allow the Animal to bite or harm any person, Animal or Livestock; 3.8 “Council” means the Council of Kneehill County; 3.9 “County” means Kneehill County; 3.10 “Coop” means a fully enclosed weather proof structure and attached outdoor enclosure used for the keeping of Hens, that is no larger than 10m2 (107.64 ft2) in a floor area and no more than 2.5m (8.20 ft) in height; 3.11 “Dangerous Dog” means a Dog deemed to be a Dangerous Dog pursuant to the Dangerous Dogs Act, R.S.A. 2000 c. D-3, as amended; 3.12 “Development Authority” as defined under the current Land Use Bylaw, as amended from time to time. 3.13 “Dog” means either a male or female of the canine species; 20 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 3 of 20 3.14 “Dog License Tag” means an identification tag issued by the County displaying the License number for a specific Dog; 3.15 “Enforcement Officer” means any Peace Officer, Bylaw Officer, RCMP Officer, Animal Control Officer or person authorized by Council to enforce the provisions of this Bylaw; 3.16 “Hamlet” means an unincorporated community administered by and within the boundaries of Kneehill County; 3.17 “Hen” means a domesticated female chicken that is at least 16 weeks of age; 3.18 “Hen Permit” means a permit or Hen License issued by the Development Authority which authorizes the permit holder to keep hens on the property specified in the permit; 3.19 “Impounded” means a Dog or other Animal that has been apprehended, caught, trapped in a live trap, or is otherwise caused to come into the care and custody of an Enforcement Officer pursuant to an investigation or apparent breach of this Bylaw or other Federal or Provincial Legislation; 3.20 “Impoundment Facility” means the facility established or designated by the County for the impounding of Dogs as set out in this Bylaw; 3.21 “License” means a license issued pursuant to this Bylaw; 3.22 “Livestock” means animals such as poultry, horses, cattle, bison, sheep, swine, goats, bees, llamas, fur-bearing animals raised in captivity, and domestic corvids within the meaning of the Livestock Industry Diversification Act. 3.23 “Muzzle” means a device of sufficient strength placed over an Animal’s mouth preventing it from biting; 3.24 “Owner” includes any person: (a) Named on a License or permit; or (b) In actual possession of or control of property where a Dog, Hen, or Animal resides; (c) Who has possession or custody of an Animal, either temporarily or permanently or; (d) Who harbors an Animal, or allows an Animal to remain on their premises; 21 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 4 of 20 3.25 “Secure Enclosure” means a building, cage, or fenced area of such construction that will not allow the Animal to jump, climb, dig, or force its way out, and is capable of being locked; 3.26 “Vicious Dog” means any animal, whether on public or private property, that: (a) Has, without provocation, chased, attacked, or bitten any person, Animal, or Livestock causing physical injury and resulting in a conviction under this bylaw; or (b) Has, without provocation, chased, attacked or bitten any person or Animal on more than one occasion, with or without causing physical injury, and resulting in separate convictions under this bylaw; or (c) Has damaged public or private property, resulting in a conviction under this bylaw; or (d) Has threatened or created the reasonable apprehension of a threat to any person, Animal or Livestock; or (e) Has been previously determined to be a Vicious Dog by any other jurisdiction; or (f) Has been made subject to an order under the Dangerous Dogs Act R.S.A. 2000 c. D-3, as amended; 3.27 “Vicious Dog License” means an identification tag issued by the County displaying the License number for a Dog that is licensed as a Vicious Dog pursuant to this Bylaw; 3.28 “Violation Ticket” means a ticket issued pursuant to Part 3 of the Provincial Offences Procedures Act, R.S.A. 2000, c. P-34, as amended, and any regulations thereunder. PART TWO RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOG, HEN and ANIMAL OWNERS 4. RUNNING AT LARGE No Owner shall allow a Dog or Animal to be At Large: (a) Any Dog or Animal Running At Large is deemed to be Running At Large for the purposes of this section; (b) Any Vicious Dog Running At Large, is deemed to be Running At Large for the purposes of this section. 22 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 5 of 20 5. NUISANCES 5.1 Excessive Noise (a) No Owner shall allow a Dog to bark, howl, or create a noise to the extent that such noise disturbs any person. (b) No Owner shall allow a Hen to cluck or create a noise to the extent that such noise disturbs any person. (c) No Owner shall allow an Animal to create a noise to the extent that such noise disturbs any person. (d) When an Enforcement Officer determines whether the noise is reasonably likely to annoy or disturb the peace or quality of life of others, consideration may be given, but is not limited to: I. Proximity of the property where the Animal resides; II. Duration of noise; III. Time of day and day of the week; IV. Nature and use of the surrounding area. V. A completed noise log. 5.2 General Domestic Animal Nuisances (a) Other domestic Animals may be apprehended if they are determined, by an Enforcement Officer, to be causing an Animal Nuisance. 5.3 Defecation (a) The Owner shall immediately remove any defecation left by their Dog on public or private property other than that of the Owner. (b) The Owner shall ensure that the defecation left by the Dog on the property of the Owner does not accumulate to such an extent that it is reasonably likely to annoy a person by sight or smell. 5.4 Scattering Garbage (a) The Owner of a Dog, Hen or Animal shall ensure that it does not upset any waste receptacle or scatter garbage on public or private property not belonging to the Owner of the Animal. 5.5 Dog in Heat (a) An Owner of a Dog in heat shall, during the entire period that the Dog is in heat, keep the Dog confined in a manner so as not to attract other Dogs. 23 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 6 of 20 (b) Where a Dog in heat is confined such Dog shall be permitted out of confinement for the sole purpose of permitting such Dog to urinate or defecate. 5.6 Communicable Diseases (a) The Owner of a Dog or other Animal suffering from a communicable disease shall not permit the Dog or other Animal to be in any public place, or to be within proximity to any other Dog or Animal. (b) The Owner of a Dog or other Animal shall keep the Dog or other Animal secured, should they have a Communicable Disease. 6. THREATENING BEHAVIOURS 6.1 The Owner of a Dog, or Hen shall ensure that they do not: (a) Chase a person, Dog, Livestock, other Animal or any type of vehicle, unless the person chased or threatened is a trespasser on the property of the Owner and the chasing occurs on the property of the Owner; (b) Cause damage to another person’s property or public property; (c) Attack, Bite or threaten, whether or not breaking skin or causing damage to a person, Dog, Hen, Livestock, or other Animal; (d) Cause death to a Dog, Hen, Livestock or other Animal; 6.2 The Owner of a Vicious Dog shall ensure that they do not: (a) Chase a person, Dog, Livestock, other Animal or any type of vehicle, unless the person chased or threatened is a trespasser on the property of the Owner; (b) Cause damage to another person’s property or public property; (c) Attack, Bite or threaten, whether or not breaking skin or causing damage to a person, Dog, Hen, Livestock or other Animal; (d) Cause death to a Dog, Hen, Livestock or other Animal; PART THREE HEN REGULATIONS 7. PERMITTING & REGULATIONS 7.1 The Owner of a Hen shall ensure: (a) that a Hen Permit and Premises Identification Number are obtained to keep Hens in Districts that Hens are permitted pursuant to the County’s Land Use Bylaw, as amended from time to time; 24 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 7 of 20 (b) that a Hen Permit is obtained through the process in the current Land Use Bylaw; (c) the applicant resides on the property on which the Hens will be kept. (d) that each Hen is provided with food, water, shelter, light ventilation, care and opportunities for essential behaviors such as scratching, dust-bathing, and roosting, as sufficient to maintain the Hen in good health; (e) to store feed within a fully enclosed container; (f) manure is stored in a fully enclosed container, with no more than three (3) cubic feet of manure at a time; (g) removal of all other manure not used for composting or fertilizing, and dispose of the same, in accordance with County bylaws; (h) storage of bedding materials does not become unsightly or a fire hazard. 7.2 A Hen Permit is not transferrable from one person to another or from one property to another. 7.3 Following receipt of a Hen Permit, an Enforcement Officer, or Development Officer under the Land Use Bylaw, is authorized to enter upon the property, anytime thereafter, to inspect any place where the Hen is kept to ensure it meets the requirements of this Bylaw and the Land Use Bylaw, and continuously are being met. 7.4 Hens must be kept in a Coop: (a) where each Hen is provided with at least 0.37 m2 (3.98 ft2) of interior floor area, and at least 0.92 m2 (9.9 ft2) of outdoor enclosure, within the Coop; (b) at least one nest box per Coop and one perch per Hen, that is at least 15 cm (5.9 inches) long must be provided and maintained in the Coop. (c) at all times and/or under control of Owner; (d) that is in good condition, is not in disrepair, and free from vermin and noxious or offensive smells and substances; (e) that is located in the rear yard of the property; (f) that is constructed to prevent any rodent from harboring underneath or within it or within its walls, and to prevent entrance by another Animal, and; 25 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 8 of 20 (g) that is secured from sunset to sunrise; 7.5 A person may apply to keep no more than four (4) mature Hens and no less that two (2) mature Hens; 7.6 Hens are not to be released into the wild or buried on the property; 7.7 In the areas designated pursuant to the County’s Land Use Bylaw, as amended from time to time, no person shall: (a) keep a rooster; (b) keep a Hen, other than a Hen for which a valid Hen Permit has been issued; (c) sell eggs, manure, meat, or other products derived from Hens; (d) slaughter a Hen on the property; (e) dispose of a Hen except by delivering it to a farm, abattoir, veterinarian, or other operation that is lawfully permitted to dispose of Hens, or; (f) keep a Hen in a cage or any shelter other than a Coop. 7.8. The CAO and/or Development Authority may refuse to grant or renew a Hen Permit under the Land Use Bylaw for the following reasons: (a) The applicant or permit/license holder does not or no longer meets the requirements of this bylaw or any other applicable bylaw related to the keeping of Hens. (b) the applicant or permit/license holder: I. provided false information or misrepresents any fact or circumstance to the CAO or an Enforcement Officer; II. has, in the opinion of the CAO, Development Authority, or Enforcement Officer based on reasonable grounds, contravened this Bylaw, or any other applicable bylaw related to the keeping of Hens, whether or not the contravention has been prosecuted; III. fails to pay a fine imposed by a court for a contravention of this Bylaw or any other applicable bylaw related to the keeping of Hens; IV. fails to pay any fee required by this bylaw or any other applicable bylaw; 26 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 9 of 20 V. in the opinion of the CAO, Development Authority or Enforcement Officer, based on reasonable grounds it is in the public interest to do so. 7.9 If for any reason, a Hen Permit is revoked, or is not renewed, the Hens must be removed from the property within 30 days, including the removal of the Coop. 7.10 Hen Permitting shall be issued through the Land Use Bylaw. PART FOUR DOG & VICIOUS DOG LICENSING 8.1 The Owner of a Dog shall apply for an annual License for each Dog over six months of age: (a) On or before January 31 of the current license year; or (b) Within thirty (30) days following the Dog attaining six months of age; or (c) Within thirty (30) days of acquiring possession of the Dog; or (d) Within thirty (30) days of establishing residence in the County, whichever date is later. 8.2 The Owner of a Dog shall ensure that their Dog wears the current Dog License Tag issued for that Dog, when the Dog is off the property of the Owner. 8.3 Vicious Dog Licensing (a) The Owner of a Dog who has been declared a Vicious Dog shall obtain an annual license for that Vicious Dog. (b) The Owner of the Vicious Dog shall ensure that their Dog wears the current Vicious Dog License Tag issued for that Dog at all times. 8.4 When applying for a License for a Dog, or Vicious Dog under this Bylaw, the Owner shall provide the following: (a) A description of the Dog, or Vicious Dog including breed, name, gender, age, rabies vaccine information, any other vaccine information, and information establishing that the Dog or Vicious Dog is neutered or spayed; (b) The name, date of birth of the Dog or Vicious Dog, address, and telephone number of the Owner(s); (c) Microchip numbers, tattoo information or any other identifying markers on the Dog or Vicious Dog; 27 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 10 of 20 (d) Where capable the Owner shall provide a photo of the Dog; (e) All owners of Vicious Dogs shall provide a photo of the Vicious Dog. 8.5 The Owner named on any license shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age. 8.6 No person shall give false information when applying for a license pursuant to this Bylaw. 8.7 An Owner shall promptly notify the County of any changes with respect to any information provided in an application for a license under this Bylaw. 8.8 A license issued pursuant to this Bylaw is not transferable from one person to another or from one property to another. 8.9 An issued license is valid only for the period between January 1 to December 31 in the year for which it is issued and is required to be renewed annually. 8.10 The Owner of any Dog, Vicious Dog, Hen or other Animal which requires further licensing or permits not covered in this Bylaw shall ensure they have such licenses or permits. 8.11 Upon losing a Dog License Tag or a Vicious Dog License Tag, an Owner of a Licensed Animal shall request a replacement forthwith. 8.12 Licensing provisions of this Bylaw shall not apply to a Dog accompanying a person temporarily in the County on business or vacation for a period not exceeding thirty (30) days. 8.13 Licensing may be revoked if any of the following occur: (a) The County receives complaints from two or more sources which the County determines to be bona fide; (b) The license holder does not comply with the conditions of the license; (c) The license holder is guilty of an offence pursuant to this Bylaw; (d) The license holder is not adhering to applicable provincial legislation governing the welfare and management of Dogs; or (e) At the written request of the license holder. 8.14 The Owner of a Dog deemed to be a Dangerous Dog through the Dangerous Dogs Act must comply with the Vicious Dog sections contained within this bylaw, as the Dangerous Dog will also be considered a Vicious Dog under this bylaw. 28 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 11 of 20 PART FIVE VICIOUS DOGS 9.1 If the CAO determines that a Dog is a Vicious Dog, the Owner shall: (a) Be given a written order that the Dog may be determined to be a Vicious Dog. (b) Be required to keep the Dog in Controlled Confinement; 9.2 Under this Bylaw, a Vicious Dog order continues to apply if the Vicious Dog is sold, given, or transferred to a new Owner. 9.3 The Owner of a Dog who has received a notice that their Dog has been declared a Vicious Dog pursuant to Section 8 of this Bylaw within fourteen (14) days after the date of the decision was communicated to the Person or Owner respectively, may by written notice request the CAO review the decision. After reviewing the decision, the CAO may confirm, cancel or amend the decision. 9.4 The Owner of a Dog who has received a notice that their Dog has been declared a Vicious Dog pursuant to Section 8 of this Bylaw following one (1) year after the date of the decision was communicated to the Person or Owner respectively, may by written notice request the CAO review the decision. After reviewing the decision, the CAO may confirm, cancel or amend the decision. 9.5 The Owner of a Vicious Dog shall: (a) Complete an application as set out by the County. (b) Supply proof that: (i) the Dog has been tattooed or implanted with an electronic identification microchip; (ii) the Dog has a current vaccination for rabies; (iii) the Dog has been spayed or neutered by a veterinarian; (iv) have liability insurance specifically covering any damages from personal injury caused by the Vicious Animal of not less than three million dollars ($3,000,000); (v) post the required signage, in accordance with Section 9.6 of this Bylaw; and 29 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 12 of 20 (vi) the Owner has a Secure Enclosure capable of preventing entry of any person except the Owner, and escape of the Dog, in accordance with Section 9.7 of this Bylaw. (c) At all times when the Vicious Dog is off of the property of the Owner, or any other person having care or control of the Vicious Dog, shall ensure that the animal is abiding by their Vicious Dog License. Licensing shall require they: (i) securely muzzle the Vicious Dog in public, (ii) secure the Vicious Dog in a harness and two leashes both of which shall not exceed 1.0 meter in length and is adequate to control the Vicious Dog, and (iii) be under the constant control of a competent person who is at least eighteen (18) years of age. (d) When selling or otherwise giving the Vicious Dog to a new Owner, fully inform the new Owner that the Dog has been declared a Vicious Dog by the County; (e) If the Vicious Dog is At Large the Owner is to notify the County immediately, and if there is a concern for public safety notify the RCMP immediately. 9.6 Signage - The Owner of a Vicious Dog shall: (a) Display the required signage, as set out in Schedule A of this Bylaw, at each entrance to the Owner’s property and on the secure enclosure in which the Vicious Dog is confined; 9.7 Enclosure Requirements for a Vicious Dog shall be: (a) a minimum dimension of 1.5 meters by 3.0 meters, and 2.0 meters in height; (b) Have secure sides and a secure top, and if it has no bottom secured to the sides, the sides must be embedded into the ground a minimum of 30 centimeters; (c) Not be located within 2.0 meters of the property line of the Owner or within 5.0 meters of a neighboring residential dwelling; (d) Provide shelter from the elements. 9.8 Inspection of Vicious Dog and Enclosure (a) Upon receipt of a written application to license a Vicious Dog, an Enforcement Officer is authorized to enter upon the property of the Owner to inspect any place where the Vicious Dog will be kept, 30 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 13 of 20 including, but not limited to the Secure Enclosure, to ensure it meets the requirements of this Bylaw. 9.9 No Owner of a Vicious Dog may own, keep, or have more than one (1) Vicious Dog on the premises at any time. 9.10 No Owner of a Vicious Dog may leave a Vicious Dog unattended (a) While tethered or tied on a premises where the public has access whether the access is express or implied. (b) In a vehicle where the public has access whether the access is express or implied. 9.11 For the purposes of this Bylaw any Dog having been deemed a Vicious Dog or a Dangerous Dog by another municipality will be deemed a Vicious Dog under this Bylaw. PART SIX GENERAL 10.1 No person shall tease, torment, annoy, abuse, injure, or neglect any Dog, Animal, or Hen. 10.2 No person shall lead, ride or drive any Livestock within a Hamlet with the exception of events approved by the CAO such as parades or rodeos. PART SEVEN IMPOUNDMENT 11.1 An Enforcement Officer, and/or the contracted Enforcement agency under the direction of the County may capture and impound any Dog, Animal or Vicious Dog: (a) Found Running at large; or (b) Which has bitten, or is alleged to have bitten a person or Dog or Animal; or (c) Which is required to be impounded pursuant to the provisions of any Statute of Canada or the Province of Alberta, or any Regulation made thereunder. 11.2 Impounded Dogs, Vicious Dogs or Animals shall be maintained in an Impoundment Facility, contracted by the County, for no less than five (5) days, during which time the Dog, Vicious Dog or Animal shall be advertised as being incarcerated. 31 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 14 of 20 (a) After the designated impoundment time, the Dog, Vicious Dog or Animal may be sold for an amount not less than the impoundment fees and costs; or (b) A person claiming an impounded Dog, Vicious Dog or Animal shall pay to the pound keeper an amount no less than the impoundment fees and costs; or (c) the Dog, Vicious Dog or Animal may be destroyed. 11.3 A Dog or Vicious Dog that is Impounded under a Controlled Confinement order pursuant to this Bylaw may be released back to its Owner upon conclusion of the Enforcement Officer’s investigation provided all the requirements of this Bylaw have been met. 11.4 A Dog or Vicious Dog may be Impounded pending the outcome of an application pursuant to the Dangerous Dogs Act. PART EIGHT CONTROLLED CONFINEMENT ORDER 12.1 An Enforcement Officer who believes an offence has been committed under Part Two (2) of this Bylaw, may order the Controlled Confinement of the Dog or Vicious Dog. 12.2 An Owner shall follow all conditions as stipulated in the Controlled Confinement Order. PART NINE OBSTRUCTION 13.1 No person shall: (a) Interfere, hinder or impede an Enforcement Officer from enforcing the provisions of this Bylaw; (b) Induce an Animal to enter a house or other place where it may be safe from capture or otherwise assist the Animal to escape capture; (c) Unlock, unlatch or otherwise open an Enforcement Officer’s vehicle to allow or attempt to allow an Animal to escape; (d) Tamper with, unlock, unlatch, or otherwise open a kennel, humane live trap, or any other Enforcement equipment; (e) Failing, without lawful excuse, to follow any direction under this Bylaw given by an Enforcement Officer; (f) Untie, loosen or otherwise free an Animal which has been tied or otherwise restrained, or; 32 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 15 of 20 (g) Negligently or willfully open a gate, door or other opening in a fence or enclosure in which an Animal has been confined thereby allowing the Animal to Run at Large within the County. PART TEN POWERS OF AN ENFORCEMENT OFFICER 14.1 An Enforcement Officer may: (a) Conduct patrols within various locations of the County for the purposes of enforcing the provisions of this Bylaw; or (b) Impound or cause to be impounded any Dog, Vicious Dog or Animal which is found to be Running At Large. 14.2 An Enforcement Officer or any person designated by the Council to do so may post signs indicating those public property areas within the County where Dogs or Vicious Dogs are not permitted. PART ELEVEN FINES AND PENALTIES 15.1 Every Owner who contravenes any of the provisions of this Bylaw by: (a) Doing any act or thing which the person is prohibited from doing; or, (b) Failing to do any act or thing which the person is required to do, or, (c) Failing to obey lawful direction given by an Enforcement Officer is guilty of an offence. 15.2 Any person convicted of an offence pursuant to the Bylaw is liable for a penalty specified in Schedule “B” – “Penalties” of this Bylaw. 15.3 An Enforcement Officer may issue a violation ticket requiring the court appearance of the defendant, pursuant to the provisions of the Provincial Offences Procedure Act, R.S.A. 2000. PART TWELVE TRANSITION 16. SEVERABILITY If a portion of this bylaw is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the invalid portion will be voided, and the rest of the bylaw remains valid and effective. 17. EFFECTIVE DATE This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading of this bylaw. 33 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 16 of 20 18. BYLAW REPEAL Bylaw No. 1714 is hereby repealed. READ a first time on this ___ day of _______, 2021. READ a second time on this___ day of _______, 2021. UNANIMOUS permission for third reading given in Council on the ___ day of _______, 2021. READ a third time and final time of this ___ day of _______, 2021. Reeve Jerry Wittstock Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen Date Bylaw Signed 34 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 17 of 20 SCHEDULE “A” Warning signs for a Vicious Dog must meet the following specifications: 1. Be a minimum six (6) by six (6) inches (15 cm by 15 cm) in size. 2. Contain the word “WARNING” or “DANGER” in a minimum ¾ (2 CM) size font. 3. Contain wording identifying a “VICIOUS DOG on Premises”. 4. Contain a visual warning symbol of a Dog. 5. Be made of a ridged material that is resistant to weather and capable of being attached outdoors to a secure enclosure or fence. 35 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 18 of 20 SCHEDULE “B” Section Offence Description 1st Offence 2nd Offence 3rd Offence Part Two 4 (a) Allow a Dog or Animal to Run At Large $50.00 $100.00 COURT 4 (b) Allow a Vicious Dog to Run At Large $250.00 $500.00 COURT 5.1 Excessive noise disturbing the peace of any person $50.00 $100.00 COURT 5.3 (a) Failure to remove defecation immediately $50.00 $100.00 COURT 5.3 (b) Failure to remove defecation from Owner’s property $50.00 $100.00 COURT 5.4 Allow scattering of garbage $50.00 $100.00 COURT 5.5 Fail to keep a female Dog confined while in heat $50.00 $100.00 COURT 5.6 Allow Dog or Animal with communicable disease in public place or unsecured $50.00 $100.00 COURT 6.1 (a) Chase a person, Dog, Hen, Livestock, Animal or any type of vehicle $50.00 $100.00 COURT 6.1 (b) Cause damage to property $50.00 $100.00 COURT 6.1 (c) Attack, bite or threaten, breaking skin $100.00 $200.00 COURT 6.1 (d) Cause death to a Dog, Hen, Livestock or other Animal $250.00 $500.00 COURT 6.2 (a) Vicious Dog chased a person, Dog, Livestock, Animal or any type of vehicle $100.00 $200.00 COURT 6.2 (b) Vicious Dog caused damage to property $100.00 $200.00 COURT 6.2 (c) Vicious Dog attack or bite causing damage, to person, Dog, Hen, Livestock, or Animal $250.00 $1000.00 COURT 6.2 (d) Vicious Dog caused death to a Dog, Hen, Livestock or other Animal $500.00 $1000.00 COURT Part Three 7.1 (a) Not obtaining a Premises Identification Number $100.00 $150.00 COURT 7.1 (b) Not obtaining a Hen Permit through the Land Use Bylaw $100.00 $150.00 COURT 7.1 (d) Hen not provided with adequate food, water, shelter, light, ventilation, care or opportunities for essential behaviors $100.00 $250.00 COURT 7.1 (e) Storage of feed in an enclosed container $50.00 $100.00 COURT 36 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 19 of 20 7.1 (f) Manure not stored in a fully enclosed container or more than 3 cubic feet of manure stored at the same time. $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.1 (g) Not disposing of manure correctly $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.1 (h) Storage of bedding materials that have become unsightly or a fire hazard $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.4 (a) and (b) Coop does not meet measurement requirements $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.4 (c) Hen out of Coop $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.4 (d) Allowing Coop to not be in good condition, in disrepair $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.4 (e) Coop not located in rear yard $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.4 (f) Coop does not prevent entrance of animals $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.4 (g) Failure to keep the Coop secured from sunrise to sunset $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.5 Keeping more than or less than the permitted Hens $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.6 Released Hen into the wild $100.00 $200.00 COURT 7.6 Buried Hen on property $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.7 (a) Keeping a rooster $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.7 (b) Keeping a Hen without a valid permit $50.00 $100.00 COURT 7.7 (c) Selling products derived from Hens $100.00 $200.00 COURT 7.7 (d) Slaughtered Hen(s) on the property $100.00 $200.00 COURT 7.7 (e) Dispose of a Hen improperly $100.00 $200.00 COURT 7.7 (f) Improper shelter for Hen $50.00 $100.00 COURT Part Four 8.1 Failure to apply for an annual Dog License $50.00 $100.00 COURT 8.2 Failure to affix Dog License Tag, while off property $50.00 $100.00 COURT 8.3 Failure to apply for an annual Vicious Dog License $100.00 $150.00 COURT 8.3 (b) Failure to affix Vicious Dog License Tag $50.00 $100.00 COURT 8.8 Transferring a license from one person to another or from one property to another $50.00 $150.00 COURT 8.10 Failure to ensure Dog, Hen or Animal owner has proper licenses or permits $50.00 $150.00 COURT Part Five 9.5 Fail to provide information for Vicious Dog licensing $50.00 $100.00 COURT 37 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1840, Animal Control Bylaw Page 20 of 20 9.5 (c) Fail to abide by conditions set out by a Vicious Dog License $250.00 $500.00 COURT 9.5 (d) Failure to notify new ownership of Vicious Dog $250.00 $500.00 COURT 9.5 (e) Failure to notify Vicious Dog at Large $250.00 $500.00 COURT 9.6 Failure to provide adequate signs $250.00 $500.00 COURT 9.7 Failure to provide adequate enclosure for Vicious Dog $100.00 $250.00 COURT 9.9 More than one Vicious Dog on the premises $250.00 $500.00 COURT 9.10 Vicious Dog left unattended $250.00 $500.00 COURT Part Six 10.1 Tease, torment, annoy, abuse, injure, or neglect Dog, Animal or Hen $200.00 $400.00 COURT 10.2 Lead or ride Livestock within Hamlet $100.00 $200.00 COURT Part Eight 12.2 Failure to comply with a Controlled Confinement Order $250.00 $500.00 COURT Part Nine 13.1 (a) Interfere, hinder or impede an Enforcement Officer from enforcing Bylaw $250.00 $500.00 COURT 13.1 (b) Hide an animal from an Enforcement Officer $250.00 $500.00 COURT 13.1 (c) Let an Animal out of an Enforcement Officer’s vehicle $250.00 $500.00 COURT 13.1 (d) Tamper with Enforcement equipment $250.00 $500.00 COURT 13.1 (e) Fail to follow direction of Enforcement Officer $250.00 $500.00 COURT 13.1 (f) Release Animal from restraint $250.00 $500.00 COURT 13.1 (g) Release an animal which was confined, allowing animal to Run At Large $250.00 $500.00 COURT *All penalties subject to increases at the Enforcement Officer’s discretion if convicted for the same offence more than once. 38 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package BYLAW NO. 1714 ANIMAL CONTROL BYLAW A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO PROVIDE FOR THE LICENSING, REGULATING, AND CONFINEMENT OF ANIMALS IN THE HAMLETS OF HUXLEY, SWALWELL, TORRINGTON, and WIMBORNE. WHEREAS pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, and amendments thereto, authorizes Council to pass bylaws that regulate wild and domestic animals and activities in relation to them; WHEREAS pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, and amendments thereto, authorizes Council to pass bylaws for the safety, health and welfare of people and the protection of people and property; NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, duly assembled, enacts as follows: PART ONE INTRODUCTION 1. Title This Bylaw shall be known as the "Animal Control Bylaw". 2. Scope of Bylaw This Bylaw is applicable to the residents of Hamlets of Huxley, Swalw ell, Torrington and Wimborne in the Municipality of Kneehill County who are Owners of Dogs and Animals. 3. Provincial Legislation This Animal Control Bylaw is reinforced by Provincial legislation applicable to the care and maintenance of animals, and should be made use of in the enforcement of this Bylaw. The applicable legislation includes the following, but not limited to: (1) Animal Protection Act, and amendments thereto (2) Dangerous Dogs Act, and amendments thereto 4. Definitions In this Bylaw the following words and phrases mean: (1) "Animal" means cat, livestock, fowl , any mammal, or the young thereof, bees, any poisonous animals, reptiles, or any species, including any of the foregoing, deemed dangerous or objectionable in the opinion of an Animal Control Officer, Peace Officer, Bylaw Officer, or any other duly authorized person. (2) "Animal Control Officer" means any Peace-Officer, Enforcement Officer, RCMP Officer, Bylaw Officer, or person authorized by Council to enforce the provisions of this Bylaw. 39 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 2 of 13 (3) "At Large" means: (a) A Dog or an Animal that is not under the control of the Owner and not on a Permitted Leash held by the Owner and is actually upon property other than the property in respect of which the Owner of the Dog or Animal has the right of occupation, or upon any highway, street, laneway, boulevard, sidewalk, park, playground, public walking path, school ground, or other public place; or (b) A Dog or Animal which is ostensibly under the control of the Owner and which yet causes damage to property or other Dogs or Animals. (4) "Commercial Kennel" means a use which might include outdoor runs, pens or enclosures to conduct a commercial business involving the buying, selling, breeding for sale, letting for hire, boarding or training of Dogs, permitted under Kneehill County's current Land Use Bylaw. (S) "Controlled Confinement" means the confinement of a Dog or Animal in a pen, cage, or building, or securely tethered in a manner that will not allow the Dog or Animal to bite, harm, or harass and person or Animal. (6) "Damage to Property" means any Damage to Property other than the Owner's property, with the damage being valued at more than ten (10) dollars. (7) "Day" means a continuous period of twenty-four (24) hours. (8) "Dangerous Dog" means a Dog deemed to be a Dangerous Dog pursuant to the Dangerous Dogs Act. (9) "Dog" means either the male or female of the canine species. (10) "Former Owner" means the person who at the time of impoundment was the Owner of a Dog or Animal which subsequently has been sold or destroyed. (11) "Fowl" means barnyard or domestic birds. (12) "Hamlet" in this Bylaw means within the boundaries of Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington and Wimborne. (13) "lmpoundment Services" means the establishment for the impounding of Dogs and Animals as set out in this Bylaw, and for services as set out in any agreement between Kneehill County and an agency or contractor of animal impoundment services. (14) "License" means a Dog License issued by the Municipality of Kneehill County in accordance with the provisions of this Bylaw. (15) "License Fee" means the applicable annual fee payable in respect of a License for a Dog as set out in the Master Rates Bylaw of Kneehill County. (16) "License Tag" means the identification tag issued by the Municipality of Kneehill County showing the License number for a specific Dog. 40 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 3 of 13 (17) "Livestock" means any Animal classified as Livestock as per the County's current Land Use Bylaw. (18) "Owner" means: (a) A person who has the care, charge, custody, possession, or control of a Dog or Animal; (b) A person who owns or who claims any proprietary interest in a Dog or Animal; (c) A person who owns, suffers, or permits a Dog or Animal to be present on any property owner, occupied, or leased by him, or which is otherwise under his control; (d) A person who claims and received a Dog or Animal from the custody of the Pound or an Animal Control Officer; (e) A person to whom a License Tag was issued for a Dog in accordance with this Bylaw. (f) A person who habitually (on a regular basis) feeds or waters a Dog or Animal to enable it to survive, and for the purposes of this Bylaw, a Dog or Animal may have more than one (1) Owner. (19) "Owner's Property" means any property in which the Owner of an Animal has a legal or equitable interest or over which the Owner of an Animal has been given the control or use of, by the legal or equitable Owner ofthe property, and which property shall include, without limiting the generality of the foregoing, land, buildings, and vehicles. (20) "Permitted Leash" means a leash used to restrain or control a Dog. (21) "Permitted Property" means private property upon which the Owner of a Dog has the express permission of the Owner of that property to allow the Owner's Dog to be At Large thereon. (22) "Pound" means the Pound established for the impounding of Dogs and Animals as set out in this Bylaw. (23) "Provincial Offences Procedure Act (POPA)" means the Provincial Offences Procedure Act, R.S.A. 2000, Chapter P-34, and the regulations thereof, as amended or replaced from time to time. (24) "Unlicensed Dog" means either the male of the female of the canine species which is not the holder of a valid License issued by Kneehill County. PART TWO RESPONSIBILITIES OF DOG AND ANIMAL OWNERS 5. The Owner of a Dog or Animal: (1) Shall ensure the Dog or Animal is not running At Large, and; 41 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 4 of 13 (2) Shall be deemed to have failed or refused to comply with the requirement of this Bylaw unless proved that the Owner had taken all reasonable precautions either: (a) To secure the Dog or Animal to ensure that it would not be able to leave the premises of the Owner's Property, or (b) To ensure that the Dog or Animal was under the constant supervision of a person competent to control the Dog or Animal at all times, by way of a Permitted Leash at all times when the Dog or Animal was off the premises of the Owner. (3) Ensure all Dogs are licensed after the age of three (3) months. (4) No person shall keep or harbor more than a combination total of four (4) Animals and/or Dogs, aged three months or more. (S) No Livestock or Fowl shall be kept within the boundaries of a Hamlet defined in this Bylaw, unless permitted and approved under the County's current Land Use Bylaw. PART THREE COMMUNICABLE DISEASES 6. The Owner of a Dog or Animal suffering from a communicable disease : (1) Shall not permit the Dog or Animal to be in any public place. (2) Shall not keep the Dog or Animal in contact with or in proximity to any other Dog or Animal. (3) Shall keep the Dog or Animal secured. PART FOUR LICENSING 7. Every person living in a Hamlet of Kneehill County defined in this Bylaw who: (1) On or after January 1st in any given year, is the Owner of a Dog that is three (3) months of age or older, shall apply for and obtain a License for that Dog by submitting an application to Kneehill County and paying the applicable License Fee as set in the current Master Rates Bylaw. (2) Becomes the Owner of a Dog or becomes a resident of a Hamlet or Country Residential District of Kneehill County and is the Owner of a Dog after January 1st in any given year, shall obtain a License for that Dog, by submitting an application to Kneehill County and paying the applicable License Fee. (3) A License issued under this Bylaw shall not be transferable from one Dog to another (nor from one Owner to another). (4) Upon payment of the required License fee and providing the information set out in the license application, the Owner will be supplied with a License Tag that shall have a number registered to that Dog expiring on the 31st day of December in the calendar year the tag was issued. (5) The Owner shall ensure the License Tag is worn by the Dog at all times the Dog is on other than the Owner's Property and shall be guilty of an offence if the Dog is not wearing the proper License Tag when on property other than the Owner's property. (6) An Owner of a Dog that has been duly licensed may obtain a replacement License Tag for one that has been lost upon payment of a replacement tag fee. 42 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 5 of 13 (7) The provisions of this Bylaw shall not apply to persons temporarily visiting the Hamlets in Kneehill County for a period not exceeding two (2) weeks, nor will it apply to a person who holds a valid identification card proving ownership of a Guide Dog for their use. (8) It is the responsibility of the Dog Owner to notify the Animal Control Officer if the Owner's Dog has gone missing. It is not the responsibility of the Animal Control Officer to find the Owner of any Dog who is not wearing a current affixed license tag. (9) Kneehill County shall keep a record of the name and address of each Owner, the breed, color and sex of each owner's Dog, together with the date of registration of the Owner's Dog, the number stamped on the metal tag issued to the owner and the amount paid. PART FIVE NUISANCE 8. The Owner of a Dog or Animal which is a nuisance in the opinion of the Animal Control Officer is guilty of an offence. (1) An Owner whose Dog or Animal habitually barks, howls or otherwise creates a disturbance by such noise, or a combination of noises, thereby disturbing the quiet and repose of any person is guilty of an offence. (2) An Owner whose Dog or Animal has caused Damage to Property within the Hamlet is guilty of an offence. (3) An Owner shall not permit the Dog or Animal to be or become a public nuisance by: (a) biting a person or Dog or Animal; (b) chasing a person or Dog or Animal; (c) biting at or chasing stock, bicycles, automobiles, or other vehicles; (d) allowing their Dog or Animal to upset any waste receptacles or scattering the contents thereof. (4) An Owner shall not allow defecation matter to become a nuisance or unsightly on the Owner's Property or public property or private property. (S) No person shall tease, torment, annoy, abuse or injure any Dog, and any person who does so is guilty of an offence. (6) Kneehill County may post signs indicating those public property areas within the County where Dogs are not permitted. (7) No person shall : (a) Interfere with, hinder or obstruct an Animal Control Officer, or any person authorized by this Bylaw, who is attempting to capture, or who has captured a Dog which is subject to being impounded pursuant to the provisions of this Bylaw . (b) Induce a Dog or Animal to enter a house or other place where it may be safe from capture or otherwise assist the Dog or Animal to escape capture. (c) Falsely make representation as being in charge or control of a Dog or Animal so as to establish that the Dog and/or animal is not running at large, or 43 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 6 of 13 (d) Untie, loosen or otherwise free a Dog or Animal in which has been tied or otherwise restrained, or (e) Negligently or willfully open a gate, door or other opening in a fence or enclosure, such as a vehicle, in which a Dog or Animal has been confined and thereby allow a Dog or Animal to run at large. (8) An Animal Control Officer may make an application for a Court Order pursuant to the provisions of the Dangerous Dogs Act to declare a Dog dangerous and request: (a) The said Dog be declared a Dangerous Dog under the Dangerous Dogs Act; and (b) The said Dog be kept by the Owner in a proper way; or (c) The said Dog be destroyed; or (d) Any other conditions the Court declares for the Animal and Owner to abide by. (9) Should a Court deem a Dog as a Dangerous Dog, Schedule C shall apply. (10) No person shall lead, ride or drive any cattle or horses within the Hamlets with the exception of community sanctioned events such as parades or rodeos. PART SIX POWERS OF ANIMAL CONTROL OFFICER 9. The Powers of an Animal Control Officer will be as follows: (1) An Animal Control Officer is authorized to take such reasonable measures as are necessary to subdue any Dog or Animal which: (a) is At Large, subject to the provisions of this Bylaw; (b) is a Nuisance under Part 6 ofthis Bylaw. (2) A Dog or Animal may be captured and impounded by the Animal Control Officer if there are reasonable grounds to believe an offense under this Bylaw has been or is being committed; (3) A Dog or Animal may be captured and impounded by the Animal Control Officer if it is required under the provisions of any statute of Canada, or of the Province of Alberta, or any regulation made under those statutes. (4) An Animal Control Officer may enter into the land surrounding any building in pursuit of any Dog or Animal which has been observed, contravening any section of this Bylaw. (S) The Animal Control Officer may use any humane method to capture a Dog or Animal and should the Dog or Animal be hurt during capture or attempted capture neither the County, Council, nor the Animal Control Officer shall be held liable for such injury. 44 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 7 of 13 PART SEVEN IMPOUNDING, SALE AND/OR DESTRUCTION OF DOGS or ANIMALS 10. Impounding, sale and/or destruction of Dogs or Animals will be as follows: (1) If the Animal Control Officer knows or can ascertain the name of the Owner of the impounded Dog, he shall serve the Owner with notification by leaving or mailing (registered mail) to the last known address of the Owner; and (2) An Owner of a Dog or Animal to whom notice is mailed under the provisions of this section is deemed to have received a Notice within five (5) days of the time it was delivered. (3) The Owner of any impounded Dog or Animal may reclaim the Dog or Animal by paying lmpoundment Services. (4) lmpoundment Services shall not sell or destroy an impounded Dog or Animal until the following conditions are met: (a) The Dog or Animal has been retained in the pound for three (3) days after the Owner has received notice as per this Section; (b) The Owner of the Dog or Animal cannot be located or identified within seven (7) days of being impounded. (5) Should the unclaimed Dog or Animal be purchased, the purchaser shall obtain full right and title to it and the former ownership of the Dog or Animal shall cease at the time of the sale. The purchaser shall pay impoundment fees but not the penalty fees. (6) If the Owner of a Dog or Animal that is caught At Large requests his dog to be destroyed, the Owner shall put the request in writing, stating that he is the Owner and the County is relieved of any liability for having carried out his request. The Animal Control Officer, when the Owner has signed the appropriate written request, may have the dog destroyed or disposed of or sold. The Owner shall pay the euthanasia fee, as set by the licensed veterinarian assigned to the task. PART EIGHT PENALTIES AND FEES 11. Penalties and Fees for this Bylaw will be as follows: (1) Any person who contravenes any provision of this Bylaw is guilty of an offence and is liable to a penalty as set out in Schedule "B" - Penalties of this Bylaw. (2) Fees for impounding and feeding the Dog or Animal shall be charged to the Owner of the Dog or Animal at the rates set out in Schedule "A" - Fees of this Bylaw. (3) Where an Animal Control Officer believes that a person has contravened any provision of this Bylaw, he may commence proceedings by issuing a summons by means of a violation ticket in accordance with Part 2 of the Provincial Offences Protection Act. 45 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 8 of 13 (4) Where an Animal Control Officer issues a violation ticket in accordance with this Bylaw, they may either; (a) Allow the Owner to pay the specified penalty as provided for in Schedule "B" - Penalties of this Bylaw by indicating such specified penalty on the violation ticket; or {b) Require a court appearance of the Owner where an Animal Control Officer reasonably believes that such appearance is in the public interest, pursuant to the provisions of Part 2 of the Provincial Offences Procedures Act. (S) Where any person contravenes the same provision of this Bylaw twice within one twelve month period, the specified penalty payable in respect of the second contravention is double the amount shown in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw in respect of that provision; and (6) Where any person contravenes the same provision of this Bylaw three or more times within one twelve month period, the specified penalty payable in respect of the third or subsequent contravention is triple the amount shown in Schedule "B" of this Bylaw in respect of that provision. (7) The levying and payment of any fine for the imprisonment for any period provided in this Bylaw shall not relieve a person from the necessity of paying any fees, charges, or costs under the provisions of this Bylaw. (8) A Provincial Court Judge, in addition to the penalties provided in Schedule B may, if the offence is sufficiently serious, direct or order the person that owns, keeps, maintains, or harbors a Dog or Animal to stop the Dog or Animal from doing mischief, causing a disturbance or nuisance complained of, or to have the Dog or Animal removed from the Hamlet or Country Residential area or to have the Dog or Animal destroyed or otherwise disposed of. (9) Any person that violates any provision of this Bylaw is guilty of an offence and is liable upon conviction to a maximum fine of TEN THOUSAND DOLLARS ($10,000.00) or in default of payment of the fine to imprisonment for a period not exceeding one (1) year, or to both fine an imprisonment in such amounts. PART NINE TRANSITION 12. Severability If a portion of this Bylaw is found by a Court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the invalid portion will be voided, and the rest of the Bylaw remains valid and effective. 13. Effective Date This Bylaw comes into effect upon third reading of this bylaw. 46 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 9 of 13 14. Bylaw Repeal Bylaw No. 12, 819, 1467 & 1518 are hereby repealed. READ a first time on this 27t h day of September. READ a second time on this 27th day of September. UNANMIOUS permission for third reading given in Council on the 27t h day of Septe READ a third time and final time of this 27th day of September. Al Hoggan 47 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 10 of 13 SCHEDULE "A" FEES Annual License Fee - Unaltered or Altered Dog Replacement Tag Impound Fee Impound Fee for Dangerous Dog Veterinarian Fee As per the Master Rates Bylaw As per the Master Rates Bylaw Cost Cost plus $250.00 Cost 48 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 11 of 13 SCHEDULE "B" PART 2&4 Unlicensed Dog PENALTIES $150.00 Licensed Dog not wearing tag whilst off Owner's property Licensed Dog At Large Unlicensed Dog At Large Livestock in Hamlet PART 5 Barking or howling repeatedly on a regular basis Causes damage to property Bites, Attacks, or causes Severe Injury to any person or animal Failure of Owner to remove defecation from property that is not the Owner's property Teasing, tormenting, annoying, abusing or injuring any Dog Interfering, hindering or impeding an Animal Control Officer from enforcing Bylaw Offence not specifically listed $100.00 ist Offence: $100.00 2nd Offence: $200.00 3rd and subsequent offences: $300.00 1st Offence: $250.00 2nd Offence: $500.00 3rd and subsequent offences: $750.00 $50 per Animal Unit as defined in the Land Use Bylaw 1st Offence: $200.00 2nd Offence: $400.00 3rd and subsequent offences: $600.00 $100.00 $250 *(if deemed a Dangerous Dog pursuant to the Dangerous Dogs Act, see Schedule "C") $250.00 $250.00 $250.00 $100.00 minimum *All penalties subject to increases by the Animal Control Officer's discretion if convicted for the same offence more than once. 49 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 12 of 13 SCHEDULE "C" DANGEROUS DOGS- MINIMUM PENALTIES Chasing, injuring, or biting a person or animal Damaging or destroying public or private property Failure to keep under control of an adult person Failure to keep confined Failure to keep properly muzzled, harnessed or leashed Improper pen or other structure Running At Large Failure to notify Animal Control Officer if Dog is gifted, sold, transferred, or deceased Failure to tattoo or implant Dog with electronic identification microchip $1,500.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $250.00 $1,000.00 *All Dangerous Dog penalties subject to increases by the Animal Control Officer's discretion if convicted for the same offence more than once. 50 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1714, Animal Control Bylaw Page 13 of 13 SCHEDULE "D" You are hereby notified that the Dog bearing the License No __________________________________ for registered under the above name and address, was impounded on _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ pursuant to the provision of the Kneehill County Dog Control Bylaw and that, unless Dog is claimed and all impoundment fees and charges are paid on or before _____________________________ , the said Dog will be sold, destro yed, or otherwise disposed of pursuant to the said Bylaw . 51 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Animal Control Files Kneehill County Urban Contracts Animal Control Contracted 2019 26 14 $1401.29 (average of 700 per pick up) 2020 33 19 $2411.49 (average of 600 per pick up) 2021 7 3 Challenges in Enforcement 2019 and 2020 Issue Section relates to Solution 1 Horses or Cattle at large, out of pasture (6x) Part 6 General, refers to in hamlets only Education fencing? 2 Animals attacked, chased or killed by “Rural” Dogs (2x) None, this bylaw isn’t applicable in Agriculture District Could amend proposed bylaw to include all County. 3 “Rural” Dogs at Large, on other properties, in towns/villages/hamlets or causing traffic problems (13x) This bylaw isn’t applicable in Agriculture District, however some of these would now be covered under Part 2 (Running at Large in applicable districts) Could amend proposed bylaw to include all County, as well as “Working Dogs” definition to exempt some farm dogs. See below for wording. 4 Rooster in Hamlet Part 3 (7) Part 3 (7) 5 No limit on Dogs/Animals in Hamlets Kennels are part of LUB Could amend proposed bylaw to limit number of animals. Many bylaws researched limits animals to one household ie: 4 dogs/cats or combination of. 6 Cats, Exotic Animals not in proposed bylaw Could be covered under “Animals”, no specifics Could be covered under “Animals” Possible Solution for #3: Reword SCOPE to all County, and add Definitions: “Residential Area” means and includes any hamlet, ex-hamlet and Country Residential, or residential area zoned as a residential district in the County’s current LUB. “Rural Area” means any part of the County which is not a Residential Area as defined above. “Working Dog” means a Dog suitable by training for useful work with Livestock, distinguished from one suitable primarily for pet, show or sporting use. Further edits throughout document to capture the new Scope and Definitions. Animal Control Statistics & Challenges 2019-2021 RFD to Council May 2021 on Bylaw 1838 52 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 53 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 6.1 Page 1 of 1 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Canada Revenue Agency Authorization Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Caroline Siverson, Property Tax Officer Presented By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: Council moves that the following administrative staff are authorized to conduct the affairs of Kneehill County with the Canada Revenue Agency on behalf of Kneehill County Council; Mike Haugen, CAO, Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services and Marika von Mirbach, Financial Planning Coordinator. Background/ Proposal Upon review of our authorizations with agencies that we do business with, an update forwarded to the Canada Revenue Agency is required. CRA requires approval by Council and we must include details such as staff names and positions. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: The CRA is very particular regarding authorization of who can conduct business with them on behalf of Kneehill County. Upon discussion with the CRA it was discovered that neither the CAO or any Corporate Service Staff were listed as primary contacts for the organization. It would be pertinent to ensure there is more than one primary contact as they are the only ones that can get information from them. Other employees can be added as representatives who are then able to file the necessary documentation on a timely basis such as payroll deductions and GST returns and correspond with CRA. Financial Implications: None Council Options: 1. To approve the change of authorized contacts. 2. To accept as information. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: Follow-up Actions: CRA will be advised in writing of Councils decision Director Approval: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 54 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 6.2 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Caroline Siverson, Property Tax Officer Presented By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Link to Strat Plan: Providing Good Governance Recommended Motion: Council approve the Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy #16-16, as presented. Background/ Proposal As part of Council’s ongoing review of current policies and in particular policies that have not been reviewed for a period of time exceeding four years, The updated Policy #16-16 is presented for Council review. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Policy #16-16 was originally brought forward for Council approval in December 2014 to ensure that Administration had clear guidelines as to the process of dealing with unsold tax sale properties and general municipally owned lands. This updated policy is intended to meet or exceed the requirements under the MGA and provides a framework and clearer guidelines for the determination and potential disposal of any surplus lands. Financial Implications: The policy indicates that all surplus land proceeds shall replenish the County’s reserves unless otherwise directed by Council or Legislation. Council Options: 1. To approve the Sale of Properties Policy 2. To accept this report as information 3. Council may opt to make other alterations to the Policy Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: Current Policy #16-16, Sale of Properties Revised Policy #16-16, Disposition of Surplus Lands Follow-up Actions: Director Approval: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 55 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 6.2 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-01 56 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Financial 16-16 1 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy [Keywords] 34T34T Purpose: To provide guidelines, process and accountabilities for the disposition of lands by Kneehill County. Policy Guidelines: The County shall dispose of land in a manner that maximizes its long term strategic and/or economic advantage. The County shall also conduct all transactions in a consistent, transparent and equitable manner where possible. This policy does not apply to lands subject to sale for tax arrears, which will be subject to the procedures under the Municipal Government Act. Policy Procedure: 1. Municipal Acquisition after Public Auction a) After the tax sale has been held, any lands not sold at Public Auction will be brought to Council for review. Council will provide direction as to whether the County should acquire the lands. Following Council’s direction, Administration will follow the requirements of the Municipal Government Act legislation. 2. Municipally Owned Lands a) The County may dispose of Land: i. Pursuant to this policy, need or opportunity, based on connection to municipal purposes and support for Council approved programs, projects or policies; and ii. At the highest possible negotiated price, and greatest economic advantage to the County; and iii. At a point in time that the CAO or designate considers optimal current market conditions; and iv. Subject to Council approval. b) Prior to selling any land, Council shall by resolution or by-law, declare the land to be surplus to the needs of the county. c) Prior to any disposition of land, highest and best use of the land is to be considered as a target value. The Council may obtain or require an appraisal or letter of opinion of the fair market value from: i. An independent, qualified appraiser who may be in good standing with the Appraisal Institute of Canada; or ii. A real estate broker or independent agent; or iii. Any other qualified person deemed qualified for this purpose, including a land/tax assessor. 57 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Financial 16-16 2 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy [Keywords] 34T34T d) The County may publish a notice in the newspaper and on the County’s website. In the case were the sale is by Tender or other means of public sale the County must give notice and advertise, meeting all requirements of the Municipal Government Act. e) Dispositions of reserve land may proceed only in accordance with the Municipal Government Act. f) Most land disposals shall proceed at Market Value, at minimum, and in consideration of full cost recovery. Intended dispositions at less than Market Value shall be governed by the requirements of the Municipal Government Act. g) All reasonable fees, costs and expenses incurred by the county in relation to land identified for disposition, even if the land is disposed of at a nominal value, shall be identified for recovery from the purchaser on or before the closing date. h) Proceeds from the disposition of land shall replenish the County’s financial reserves for future uses, unless otherwise directed by Council. i) Where the County intends to dispose of land that had been acquired through donation or other gratuitous means, subject to the conditions of that original acquisition, the County may consider whether the land should be: i. Transferred at no cost to another level of government, local school board or recognized authority; or ii. Re-conveyed to the owner, or successor in title, who conveyed the land gratuitously, provided all costs to recover the lands are borne by the owner; or iii. Disposed of at or above Market Value. j) Environmentally or culturally sensitive areas as being worthy of protection shall be transferred only to appropriate organizations, such as conservation authorities or other levels of government, or otherwise subject to special conditions such as an ongoing easement. k) Any public road or right of way that is closed or otherwise declared Surplus Property may be presented for sale. Notice of the County’s intent to sell shall be first provided to the adjacent owner(s). If the County does not receive an acceptable offer from an adjacent owner within the time provided by the County, the property may be placed for sale on the open market. This process would also apply to land parcel that are land locked or otherwise not developable. 3. Ongoing Use Guidelines a) When County owned land is not required for immediate use, but may be required to meet identified long term needs, the land may be offered for lease, license or other arrangement allowing for its temporary use by another party. b) Leases, licenses, easements, or other similar arrangements shall be at or above Market Value, unless: i. The agreement is with another level of government; or ii. A reciprocal agreement has been entered into by the County, such as an agreement with a school board; or iii. The agreement is with a not-for-profit organization that actively provides services which supplement County services. 58 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Financial 16-16 3 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy [Keywords] 34T34T c) The County may grant an easement interest: i. If the easement is considered appropriate by the County; ii. If the granting of the easement does not render the retained County land no longer viable for the use for which the land was obtained; and iii. If it is determined that the location of the easement has limited or no impact on the future value or future County development of the lands over which the easement is sought. 4. Marketing Properties a) All properties which Council determines to be available for sale will be posted on a land sale list, including the market value price or reserve price which will apply. The reserve bid shall be determined by Council. b) The list will be made available on the County’s web page. c) The list may be published in the County’s weekly newspaper advertisement as needed. 5. Terms of Sale a) All offers to purchase are subject to final approval by County Council. b) Kneehill County will accept a minimum of 10% deposit of the full purchase price. The deposit will hold the property for a period of 10 days to allow the potential purchaser to make arrangements for the full payment. After the 10 day waiting period the property will revert back to the Land Sale List and become available for purchase or will be brought to Council for approval of purchase. The 10% deposit will be returned if the sale falls through. c) The Purchaser shall pay all costs associated with transferring the title. d) Cash payment in full must be received before transfer of title to the purchaser. The signatures on all listings and offers to purchase agreements are as per the Signing Authorities Policy (#16- 9). Jerry Wittstock, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Approved: December 16, 2014 444/14 Review Date: 59 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Financial 16-16 4 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Disposition of Surplus Lands Policy [Keywords] 34T34T 60 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 61 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package 62 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.1 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-01 Subject: 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Caroline Siverson, Property Tax Officer Presented By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Link to Strat Plan: Improving Fiscal Sustainability Recommended Motion: That Council give third and final reading to Bylaw #1834 that being a bylaw for the 2021 Tax Rates. Background/ Proposal At the onset of the 2021 budget process the County was facing $1,900,000 in new pressures. During the budgeting process administration, in consultation with Council, was able to manage the shortfall down to $1,354,500 by finding cost efficiencies across the organization. The remaining shortfall was presented to Council with options for mitigating the funding imbalance, options included: service level changes, drawing from reserves, increasing tax rates, or a combination of options. The Operating Budget was passed at the February 23rd meeting. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: First and Second reading of the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw were passed at the April 27, 2021 Council meeting. Unanimous consent to provide third reading was not received. Therefore, the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw is being brought forward for the third and final reading. Financial Implications: The approval of the Tax Rate Bylaw ensures that administration can issue the tax notices which provide the total taxation revenues as shown in the operating budget for the County. The funds will be expensed per Council policy and Council will receive quarterly reporting throughout the year. Council Options: 1. Adopt the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw. 2. Amend the budget and resulting tax rate. 3. Accept for information. 63 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.1 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-01 Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: Bylaw 1834, 2021 Property Tax Rate Bylaw Follow-up Actions: Administration will mail out combined taxation/assessment notices as per the approved Bylaw and undertake addition notification/explanation via our communication tools. Director Approval: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 64 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package BYLAW NO 1834 2021 PROPERTY TAX BYLAW A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO AUTHORIZE THE RATES OF TAXATION TO BE LEVIED AGAINST ASSESSABLE PROPERTY WITHIN KNEEHILL COUNTY FOR THE 2021 TAXATION YEAR. WHEREAS, Kneehill County has prepared and adopted detailed estimates of municipal revenue, expenses and expenditures as required, at the Council meeting held on February 23, 2021; and WHEREAS the estimated municipal revenues from all sources other than property taxation total $7,480,689; and WHEREAS the estimated municipal expenses (excluding non-cash items) set out in the annual budget for Kneehill County in 2021 total $29,947,902; and the balance of $22,467,214 is to be raised by general municipal property taxation; and WHEREAS the estimated amount required for future financial plans to be raised by municipal taxation is $6,857,630; and WHEREAS the County prepares additional Bylaws for Special Tax Rates as per Division 5 of the Municipal Government Act being the 2021 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax Bylaw #1836 and the 2021 Water Service Area Special Tax Bylaw #1835; THEREFORE, the total amount to be raised by general municipal taxation is $22,467,214; WHEREAS the requisitions are: Alberta School Foundation Fund 2021 Levy 2020 Over Levy 2021 Requisition Residential & Farmland $1,689,253 $17,440 $1,706,693 Non-Residential $3,459,559 $ 746 $3,460,305 $5,166,998 Designated Industrial Property $ 90,289 Seniors Foundation 2021 Levy 2020 Over Levy 2021 Requisition All Assessment $75,710 $ 180 $75,890 65 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1834, 2021 Property Tax Bylaw Page 2 of 3 WHEREAS the assessed value of all property in Kneehill County as shown on the assessment roll is: Residential 516,047,340 Farmland 151,703,550 Non-residential 54,493,460 Machinery & Equipment 39,599,900 Designated Industrial Property 1,178,706,230 Total Assessment 1,940,550,480 NOW THERFORE under the authority of the Municipal Government Act, Kneehill County Council enacts as follows: 1. That the Chief Administrative Officer is hereby authorized to levy the following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all property as shown on the assessment roll of Kneehill County: Tax Levy Assessment Tax Rate General Municipal Residential $ 1,622,286 516,047,340 0.003143677 Farmland $ 1,443,799 151,703,550 0.009517239 Non-Residential $ 1,112,882 54,493,460 0.015208340 Machinery & Equipment $ 638,452 39,599,900 0.015208340 Designated Industrial Property $17,605,835 1,178,706,230 0.015208340 Minimum Levy $ 43,960 ____________ $22,467,214 1,940,550,480 Alberta School Foundation Fund Residential & Farmland $ 1,689,253 667,571,620 0.002530444 Non-Residential $ 3,459,559 907,898,250 0.003810514 Designated Industrial Property $ 90,289 1,178,706,230 0.000076600 Kneehill Housing Corporation $ 75,710 1,940,371,210 0.000039018 2. That the minimum amount payable per parcel as property tax for general municipal purposes shall be $100.00. 66 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Bylaw No. 1834, 2021 Property Tax Bylaw Page 3 of 3 3. The total Tax Rate for each Assessment Category is as follows: Municipal Tax Rate ASFF Tax Rate Kneehill Housing Corporation Designated Industrial Property Total Tax Rate Residential .003143677 .002530444 .000039018 .005713139 Farmland .009517239 .002530444 .000039018 .012086701 Non- Residential .015208340 .003810514 .000039018 .019057872 Machinery & Equipment .015208340 .000039018 .0000766 .015323958 DIP Industrial .015208340 .003810514 .000039018 .0000766 .019134472 4. This bylaw comes into force at the beginning of the day that it is passed unless otherwise provided for in the MGA or another enactment or in the bylaw. This bylaw is passed when it receives third reading, and it is signed in accordance with S.213 of the MGA. READ a first time on this 27th day of April, 2021. READ a second time on this 27th day of April, 2021. READ a third time and final time of this 11th day of May, 2021. Reeve Jerry Wittstock Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen Date Bylaw Signed 67 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.1 Page 1 of 3 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Municipal Elections Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Returning Officer Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Returning Officer Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: That Council authorizes the Returning Officer to divide the local jurisdiction into voting subdivisions and may alter the boundaries but may not alter them between the time of the giving of notice of an election and the election day. In the event that the Returning Officer does not divide the local jurisdiction into alternative voting subdivisions, each municipal division shall be considered an individual voting subdivision. That Council allow for Special Ballot to electors who meet the requirements under the Local Authorities Election Act. An application for Special Ballot may be made to the Returning Officer in writing by telephone, in person, or by email. Applications for Special Ballots shall be submitted between August 3, 2021 and 4:00 p.m. on Friday, October 15, 2021. Completed Special Ballots shall be received by the Returning Officer no later than 4:00 p.m. on Election Day. The procedures to be followed for voting by Special Ballot are those procedures set out in the Local Authorities Election Act. Background/ Proposal Some election processes require approval from the elected municipal Council. This report will cover voting subdivisions and Special Ballot. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Voting Subdivisions Municipalities, regardless of the results of their nomination period, will be required to provide voting opportunities for the Senate Election and Provincial Referendum to all electors within the jurisdiction. As Kneehill County operates on a division system, there is a possibility that one or numerous divisions are acclaimed and therefore not requiring a municipal election to be held. In those instances, the Province will still require polling stations to be established to allow for electors to vote in the Senate Election and Provincial Referendum. It is Administration’s position that although the polling stations will still be established for those opportunities, there likely will not be a necessity to have numerous voting stations for electors to cast their Senate Election and Referendum votes. If municipal acclamations do occur in one or multiple divisions, it would be Administration’s recommendation that these division be combined with a polling station that is holding an election or to allow for one central polling location for electors to cast their vote. This would still provide the required voting opportunities but done so in a much more cost-effective manner. In order to facilitate this, polling subdivisions would need to be created which are governed under Section 36(1) of the Local Authorities Election Act. As such, a resolution of Council will be required to provide the Returning Officer the authorization to amend the polling subdivisions within Kneehill County in the event 68 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.1 Page 2 of 3 Version: 2020-02 that acclamations do occur following nomination day. If this is not the case, and a municipal election is required to be held in each Division, the polling subdivisions would remain the same (the existing divisions) and polls held in each respective Division. It should be noted that it is Administration’s recommendation to pass a resolution to allow the flexibility for the Returning Officer, provided that the reality of the number of Divisions requiring an Election will not be understood until after Nomination Day. If Council does not permit for alternative Polling Subdivision to be created, the Returning Officer will continue with the existing plans to offer Election Day voting opportunities within all 7 Electoral Divisions. Special Ballot Section 77.1 of the LAEA states an elector who is unable to vote at an advance vote or at the voting station on election day because of physical disability, absence from the local jurisdiction or, being a Returning Officer, Deputy Returning Officer, Substitute Returning Officer, constable, candidate, official agent or scrutineer who may be located on election day at a voting station other than that for the elector’s place of residence, may apply to vote by Special Ballot. We did not offer Special Ballot at the last election but did offer Institutional Vote. Due to Covid-19, we do not want to put election workers, residents and caregivers at risk, and a Special Ballot would be an option for these residents instead of Institutional Voting. An elected authority may by resolution, passed prior to nomination day, provide for Special Ballots and provide that the application for special ballots may be made by any one of the following methods: in writing, by telephone, by fax, in person, by email, or by secure website. Administration recommends that Council approves by resolution the application for Special Ballot be made by in writing, by telephone, by email, or in person. The resolution by Council should also set out that applications must be submitted between August 3, 2021 and Friday, October 15, 2021 at 4:00 p.m. (Friday prior to election) Council may also set a time earlier than the closing of the voting stations on election day for when Special Ballots must be received by the Returning Officer. It is proposed that Special Ballots be received by 4:00 p.m. on Election Day. The 4:00 p.m. cutoff is within Kneehill County Administration Office hours of operation, and ideally provides the Election Office time to open Special Ballots envelopes and tabulate prior to the close of the voting stations. Communications will be developed to ensure electors are made aware of the option to vote by Special Ballot as well as highlighting the deadline to submit. The Returning Officer will work with electors to ensure those who request Special Ballot packages are aware of the dates to return the marked ballots. Financial Implications: It is expected that Kneehill County will receive $2.00/capita for Divisions that have Municipal Elections occurring and $4.00/capita for Divisions that do not have Municipal Elections occurring. 69 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.1 Page 3 of 3 Version: 2020-02 Municipal Election is budgeted for in the 2021 Operating Budget. Council Options: Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: N/A Follow-up Actions: CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 70 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.2 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Kneehill County Scholarship Policy #15-5 Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: That Council approve Policy #15-5, Scholarship Policy as presented. Background/ Proposal Council reviewed Policy #15-5, Kneehill County Scholarship at the April 20th, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting. At this meeting, the Committee advised Administration to make the following amendments to the policy to bring back to a future Council meeting for ratification: 1. Amend the criteria amounts to: a. 20% Academic Achievement b. 50% Written Essay c. 30% Letters of Reference and contributions to school or community; leadership activities and personal achievements. 2. Policy to include under application: a. A list of contributions made to school or community, leadership activities, and personal achievements. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Are there any further changes Council would like made to this policy? Financial Implications: There are no financial implications to the recommended motion. Council Options: 1. Approve Policy #15-5 as presented. 2. Approve Policy #15-5 as amended. 3. Direct Administration to bring back further information. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: Policy #15-5, Scholarship Policy Policy #15-5, Scholarship Application 71 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.2 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Follow-up Actions: Once Policy is approved, letters and applications will be sent to all schools in Kneehill County and Drumheller. Communications will be set up to advertise this program. CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 72 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Grants/Scholarships/Awards/Donation 15-5 1 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Kneehill County Scholarship Program December 10, 2019 535/19 Purpose: To establish a policy providing a scholarship program for Kneehill County residents enrolled in a post- secondary institution. The intent of this policy is to emphasize that education is not an end in itself, but instead is a means by which people become contributing members of society. Policy Statement: Kneehill County Council, recognizing the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities, will commit $4,000.00 per year, for a scholarship program in support of rural students attending a university, college or trade school. This will be in the form of 2 scholarships of $2,000. Policy Guidelines/Procedures: 1. Eligibility: 1.1 Applicant must be a rural resident of Kneehill County enrolling in their first year as a full time student at a recognized post-secondary institution. Applicant must provide confirmation of enrollment and acceptance into their chosen program of study. 1.2 Applicant must have graduated with an Alberta High School Diploma and have taken a minimum of 25 credits in his/her final school year. Official transcripts required (or notarized true copies) of his/her high school marks. 2. Application: 2.1. Applicant must apply for the scholarship in writing prior to August 30 of the year of application. 2.2. A written essay. (no longer than 1500 words) Essay topic will be determined by the CAO for each program year. 2.3. Application must include two letters of reference (non-relative). 2.3.2.4. List of contributions made to school or community; leadership activities and personal achievements. 2.4.2.5. Applicant must submit a graduation picture of themselves along with their application to be used for Kneehill County publications and possible local newspaper publications. 2.5.2.6. All applicants must complete the application form as outlined in Appendix A of this policy including the signed declaration. 3. Criteria: Successful candidates will be selected based upon the following criteria: • 20% - Academic Achievement • 560% - Written essay and contributions to school or community; leadership activities 73 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Grants/Scholarships/Awards/Donation 15-5 2 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Kneehill County Scholarship Program December 10, 2019 535/19 • 320% - Letters of Reference and contributions to school or community; leadership activities and personal achievements. 74 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package POLICY Section Policy No. Page Grants/Scholarships/Awards/Donation 15-5 3 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Kneehill County Scholarship Program December 10, 2019 535/19 4. Review Process 4.1. Administration will review the submission and short-list those that appear to be fully eligible to make application. 4.2. Decision on Kneehill County Scholarships will be made at a Committee of the Whole meeting by Council. The Committee will bring forward a recommendation to a regular Council Meeting. 5. Funding Allotment The two successful candidates will each be awarded a cheque, in the amount of $2,000 upon receipt of confirmation of enrollment at a recognized post-secondary institution. 6. Presentation of Award: The successful candidates may be requested to attend a recognition ceremony at their convenience to be publiclyally recognized. The award will be presented by the Reeve or designate. Jerry Wittstock, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Approved: January 22, 2001 606/06 Amended: August 26, 2008 397/08 Amended: November 29, 2011 570/11 Amended: May 27, 2014 219/14 Amended: August 26, 2014 320/14 Amended: February 24, 2015 70/15 Amended: November 8, 2016 486/16 Approved: December 10, 2019 535/19 Review Date: December 10, 2023 75 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Scholarship Award 2021 Application Form POLICY #15-5 The personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of determining eligibility of an applicant to receive a scholarship. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and may become public information once it is submitted to Council during a Council meeting. Questions regarding the collection of this information can be directed to the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541. Version 2021 PURPOSE This scholarship program was established for Kneehill County residents enrolled in a post-secondary institution. The intent of this policy is to emphasize that education is not an end in itself, but instead is a means by which people become contributing members of society. Kneehill County recognizes the importance of an educated population to the future well-being of rural communities. This scholarship program is in support of rural students attending a university, college or trade school. AWARD VALUE The award will be in the form of two scholarships valued at $2,000 each. ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA Applicant must: • Be a rural resident of Kneehill County. • Be enrolled in their first year as full-time student at a recognized post-secondary institution. • Have graduated with an Alberta High-School Diploma and have taken a minimum of 25 credits in final school year. SELECTION PROCESS The selection committee shall consist of all current Kneehill County Councillors. The recipients will be selected based upon the following criteria: • 20% - Academic Achievement • 50% - Written essay • 30% - Letters of reference and contributions to school or community; leadership activities and personal achievements 76 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Scholarship Award 2021 Application Form POLICY #15-5 The personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of determining eligibility of an applicant to receive a scholarship. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and may become public information once it is submitted to Council during a Council meeting. Questions regarding the collection of this information can be directed to the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541. Version 2021 APPLICATION PROCESS Included with your completed Application form and signed Declaration: • A written essay (maximum 1500 words). Essay topic will be determined by the CAO for each program year. • Two written letters of reference (non-relative). • List of contributions made to school or community, leadership activity and personal achievements. • Current transcript. • Confirmation of enrollment and acceptance into program at post-secondary institution. • Headshot profile image for publicity. Preferably a graduation picture to be used if candidate is selected. ESSAY TOPIC Please provide a written essay on the topic listed below. (Maximum 1500 words.) “How would you define community and the rural way of life? How do you feel that these may change in the future?” Your essay should do the following: • Directly answer the question provided. • Include examples or arguments supporting your answer. Your essay should not: • Include your contributions made to school and community, leadership activity and personal achievements. SEND YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION TO: Kneehill County C/O Sponsorship Program PO Box 400 Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 Or alternatively via email: execassist@kneehillcounty.com Please direct all application inquiries to: Carolyn Van der Kuil at 403-443-5541 APPLICATION DEADLINE: AUGUST 30 AT 4:30 P.M. 77 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Scholarship Award 2021 Application Form POLICY #15-5 The personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of determining eligibility of an applicant to receive a scholarship. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and may become public information once it is submitted to Council during a Council meeting. Questions regarding the collection of this information can be directed to the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541. Version 2021 PERSONAL INFORMATION First Name: Last Name: Rural Address: (Blue Sign) (Must be a Kneehill County Resident) Social Insurance Number: Mailing Address: City: Province: Alberta Postal Code: Telephone: Cell Phone Number: Email Address: POST-SECONDARY STUDIES Name of Institution you plan on attending: Name of Program: Entry Date of Program: CHECKLIST  Application Form and Signed Declaration  Current Transcript  Written Essay  Confirmation of Enrollment  Two Letters of Reference  Graduation Picture  List of contributions made to school or community, leadership activities and personal achievements. Any incomplete scholarship application will not be processed or considered for a scholarship award. 78 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Scholarship Award 2021 Application Form POLICY #15-5 The personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of determining eligibility of an applicant to receive a scholarship. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and may become public information once it is submitted to Council during a Council meeting. Questions regarding the collection of this information can be directed to the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541. Version 2021 DECLARATION OF APPLICANT I have read and understand the instructions, and DECLARE THAT: • All information provided is true and complete and I understand it is subject to audit. • I will meet any eligibility requirements and obligations of the scholarship as stated in Kneehill County Policy #15-5. • I will be a full-time student at the institution named for the period stated. • I will immediately notify Kneehill County in writing if I withdraw from full-time studies before completing one semester of studies. • I am a rural resident of Kneehill County. I understand and agree that: • If I receive a Kneehill County Scholarship Award, I may be requested to attend a recognition ceremony to be publically recognized. • If I receive a Kneehill County Scholarship Award, my name and photo may be published in the local newspaper, Kneehill County website and in other Kneehill County Communications. • Any incomplete scholarship application will not be processed or considered for Scholarship award. Signature of Applicant Date 79 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.3 Page 1 of 1 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Seasonal Road Bans Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Prepared By: Mike Haugen, CAO Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: That Council accept the discussion for information. Background/ Proposal Councillor Christie has requested that this item be placed on the Agenda. Each year the County places weight restrictions on surfaced County roads. This year a 75% ban was implemented and is in place until May 14th. Bans are put in place with various considerations, including weather. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Councillor Christie would like to begin a discussion regarding bans in future years and the possibility of lowering the ban to 90% on May first of each year. Administration suggests that any potential changes be directed back to Administration for an assessment on potential impacts. Financial Implications: Financial impacts are dependent upon the direction that Council wishes to pursue. Council Options: 1. Council may opt to accept the discussion for information. 2. Council may opt to direct Administration to explore changes and impacts. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☐ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: NA Follow-up Actions: NA CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 80 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Committee of the Whole Minutes 1600- 2ND Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 January 19, 2021 8:30 a.m. COUNCIL PRESENT: Division No. 1 Faye McGhee, Deputy Reeve Division No. 2 Debbie Penner, Councillor Division No. 3 Jerry Wittstock, Reeve Division No. 4 Glen Keiver, Councillor Division No. 5 Jim Hugo, Councillor (Video Conf) Division No. 6 Wade Christie, Councillor Division No. 7 Kenneth King, Councillor ADMINISTRATION PRESENT: Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen Director of Community Services Laurie Watt Director of Corporate Services Bill McKennan Director of Transportation Brad Buchert Manager of Planning & Development Barb Hazelton Financial Planning Coordinator Marika Von Mirbach Economic and Development Officer Jacqueline Buchanan Recording Secretary Carolyn Van der Kuil CALL TO ORDER Reeve Wittstock called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. 1.0 AGENDA Addition to Agenda Closed Session- Disclosure Harmful to Business Interest of a Third Party (FOIP- Section 16) CW046 Councillor Christie moved approval of the agenda as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 2.0 APPROVAL OF THE DECEMBER 1, 2020, COW MEETING MINUTES CW047 Councillor King moved approval of the December 1, 2020, Committee of the Whole minutes as presented. CARRIED 3.0 CLOSED SESSION CW048 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council convene in closed session to hear from the BDO Canada Auditors pursuant to Section 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, at 8:35 a.m. CARRIED 81 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package January 19, 2021 Committee of the Whole Meeting P a g e | 2 The following people were in attendance of the closed session to provide a report and advise Council: Mike Haugen, CAO Laurie Watt, Director of Community Services Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Marika Von Mirbach, Financial Planning Coordinator Carolyn Van der Kuil, Recording Secretary Alan Litster, BDO Canada Mitchell Kennedy, BDO Canada CW049 Councillor Christie moved that Council return to open meeting at 8:50 p.m. CARRIED 8:50 p.m.- Meeting recessed to allow return of public. 8:50 p.m. - Meeting resumed. The Chair called for a recess at 8:53 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 8:55 a.m. with all previously mentioned Council members present. 5.0 PROPOSED NEW POLICY “NAMING OF COUNTY ROADS” Barb Hazelton, Brad Buchert presented to Council a new proposed Policy regarding Naming of County Roads. CW050 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council to approve the Naming of County Roads Policy. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.0 2021 BUDGET UPDATE At the last Committee of the Whole meeting held on December 1st, 2020, several questions were raised from Council and they requested additional information. Bill presented this information to Council which included: • Council Grant Program • Budget Center Shifts • Communication Statistics • Water Users • Parks Revenue and Expense Data • Supplemental Information Council tabled this discussion at 9:55 a.m. to hear the delegation that is scheduled at 10:00 a.m. The Chair called for a recess at 9:55 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 10:05 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Councillor Hugo was not present when the meeting reconvened. 4.0 DELEGATIONS 4.1 McSWEENEY- COMPETITIVE LAND ANALYSIS @ 10:00 A.M. Nancy Johnston, McSweeney and Associates, and Kimberly Worthington, Central Alberta Access Prosperity, presented to Council Kneehill County’s Competitive Land Assessment Report. 82 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package January 19, 2021 Committee of the Whole Meeting P a g e | 3 CW051 Councillor King moved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council to receive the Competitive Land Analysis report for information. CARRIED The Chair called for a recess at 10:45 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 11:01 a.m. with all previously mentioned Council members present including Councillor Hugo. 4.0 DELEGATIONS 4.2 NONFICTION- TOURISM MARKETING STRATEGY CONCEPTS @ 11:00 A.M. Robert Grundy, Nicola MacNaughton and Gary Blaney from Nonfiction Studios presented to Council a Tourism Strategy and Campaign for the County. CW052 Councillor Christie moved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council to receive the Tourism Marketing Strategy Concepts report for information. CARRIED The Chair called for a recess at 11:50 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 12:56 p.m. with Councillor Hugo not in attendance. 6.0 2021 BUDGET UPDATE CONT’D Bill McKennan reviewed with Council the following: • Operating Budget Tracking Summary • Funding for New Initiatives • Tax Revenue Generation • Capital Budget 11.0 CLOSED SESSION CW053 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council convene in closed session to discuss Third Party Business Interest pursuant to Section 16 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, at 2:53 p.m. CARRIED The following people were in attendance of the closed session to provide a report and advise Council: Mike Haugen, CAO Laurie Watt, Director of Community Services Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Brad Buchert, Director of Transportation Marika, Von Mirbach, Financial Planning Coordinator Carolyn Van der Kuil, Recording Secretary CW054 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council return to open meeting at 3:08 p.m. CARRIED 3:08 p.m.- Meeting recessed to allow return of public. 3:08 p.m. - Meeting resumed. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting adjourned at 3:09 p.m. 83 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 11.0 Page 1 of 1 Version: 2020-01 Subject: Council Follow-up Action List Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021 Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service Recommended Motion: That Council receive for information the Council Follow-up Action List as presented. Background/ Proposal To request Council’s acceptance of the Council Follow-Up Action List. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: Please find attached the Council Follow-Up Action List. The Council Follow-up Action list is a list of items from Council meetings that require follow-up. This document is regularly updated after each Council meeting. Financial Implications: N/A Council Options: 1. Receive the report regarding the Council Follow-up Action List for information. 2. Council provide further direction or required changes/amendments. Recommended Engagement: ☒ Directive Decision (Information Sharing-One way communication) Goal: To educate and inform citizens Tools: ☒ Individual Notification or ☒ Public Notification ☐ Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public – Two way communication) Goal: To seek feedback, test ideas, develop concepts and collaborative solutions Tools: ☐ Public Hearing ☐ Open House ☐ Focus Group ☐ Other- ☐ Collaborative Decision (Active Participation- Share or delegate decision making) Goal: To share or delegate decision making Tools: ☐ Participatory Decision Making ☐ Inter-Municipal Agreement ☐ Other- Attachments: May 11, 2021 Council Follow-Up Action List Follow-up Actions: Update Action List and provide updated Council Follow-Up Action List at the next Council meeting. CAO Approval: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer 84 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status 14-Jan-20 27/20 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council authorize the funds realized from the sale of surplus equipment located on the property located at SE 15-28-22 W4M be transferred to the Building Reserve.Laurie Watt Project completion by the end of Summer 2021. 24-Mar-20 169/2020 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council direct administration to bring back the Procedural Bylaw for revision immediately following the conclusion of the COVID-19 event.Carolyn Van der Kuil On hold until COVID-19 is over 21-Jul-20 302/2020 Councillor Christie moved that Council move first reading of Bylaw 1823 to pursue the road closure and consolidation of a portion of Township Road 28-4, which is an undeveloped road allowance adjacent to the south end of Horseshoe Canyon (more specifically the SW-27-28-21-W4), and road plan 834 LK into descriptive plan 091 0342, Block 1, Lot 2.Barb Hazelton Will be coming back to Council for 2nd and 3rd reading at the May 11th meeting. 13-Oct-20 395/2020 Councillor Penner moved that Council direct Administration to engage with the residents within the defined area east of Three Hills to gauge the interest in a municipal water supply system.COMPLETE John McKiernan Survey results will be presented to Council at the April 27 Council meeting 09-Feb-21 50/21 Councillor King moved that Council direct Administration to explore with the Orkney Water Co-op a plan for Kneehill County to assume ownership and operation of the system.COMPLETE John McKiernan See motion 185/21 09-Feb-21 53/21 Councillor King moved that Kneehill County commit to proceed with the appropriate legislative steps prescribed in the MGA of Alberta that will allow for the implementation of the bylaw(s) required to be able to provide financial backing, in the form of Security, to the Town of Trochu for the borrowing of up to $20 Million, for a period of time not to exceed four (4) years. The understanding is that the provided Security, if appropriate bylaws are passed, will support the Town of Trochu in obtaining interim (bridge) project financing during the construction of the Trochu Senior’s Supportive Living Facility. Mike Haugen Bylaw has been approved. Draft agreement currently being reviewed by Trochu Housing Corporation. 23-Feb-21 109/21 Councillor Penner moved that Council continue the Capital Newspaper Delivery Program for 2021, and that staff be directed to develop a pay for service program to begin in 2022 offered to ratepayers who do not get the Three Hills Capital in the mail. Christine Anderson In Progress 09-Mar-21 123/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that administration submit an application under the Provincial Education Requisition Credit (PERC) for the uncollectable Education Requisition and the uncollectable Designated Industrial Property Requisition on these Oil & Gas Properties.Marika Von Mirbach In Progress; the application intake for this grant is not until January 2022. 23-Mar-21 139/21 Councillor Penner moved that Council direct administration to cancel the current agreement with R&D Pilot Truck Ltd for the hauling of gravel to the Hiller Stockpile and enter into an agreement to sell the remainder of gravel located at the Delia pit at a cost recovery.Brad Buchert In Progress 23-Mar-21 140/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council direct administration to implement a “Gravel Blitz Days” to sell the remainder of the stockpiled gravel located at Trochu North, Three Hills Yard, Hiller Stockpile, and Redland Stockpile for a maximum rate of $19.00 per tonne with priority to Kneehill County residents.COMPLETE Brad Buchert Program being developed. Council Action Items 85 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status Council Action Items 13-Apr-21 161/21 Councillor King moved that Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Part 10, Section 8, Council sets the reserve bid for Roll 32263445100, Plan 5594FI, Block 6, Lot 4, Torrington at $15,000 with the following conditions: The property must not be sold for less than the reserve bid The purchaser takes possession of the property “as is” The purchaser will be responsible for the full 2021 levy The purchaser is to pay all transfer costs The purchaser to pay GST The full purchase price must be paid by a certified cheque or cash by end of business, May 27, 2021. COMPLETE Bill McKennan Tax Sale Date is May 27th, 2021 13-Apr-21 166/21 Councillor King moved that Council direct Administration to initiate a conversation with RMA and FCM to lobby for more access to information relevant to cannabis production within municipalities.Mike Haugen In Progress 13-Apr-21 169/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council to direct Administration to provide feedback to the Kneehill Regional Partnership as discussed regarding the Doctor Recruitment and Retention Task Force. COMPLETE Mike Haugen Next Kneehill Regional Partnership meeting is on May 19th, 2021 27-Apr-21 179/21 Councillor King moved that Council accept the Municipal Energy Champions Program participation report as information.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 180/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council receives for information the transportation report regarding gravel crushing operations. COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 181/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council approve 50% cost sharing with owner/developer Ryan Furst in the amount of $6,500 for the development of the undeveloped road allowance on Range Road 22-4 to access a sub-divided parcel situated out of NW-16-28-22-W4, with funds coming from the operating budget.Brad Buchert 27-Apr-21 184/21 Councillor Keiver moved that Council direct administration to explore other water delivery options for the Three Hills East residents.John McKiernan In Progress 27-Apr-21 185/21 Councillor King moved that Council direct administration to continue the exploration of assuming ownership and operation of the Orkney Water Co-op under the supported guidance of Council to restrict flow at all connections.John McKiernan In Progress 27-Apr-21 186/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council rescind Policy 14-1, Compensation for Crop and Land Damages. Policy 13-8 shall become the guiding policy in place.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 187/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council accept the 2020 Audited Financial Statements as presented.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 188/21 Councillor King moved that Council receive the Quarterly Financial Reporting for the period ending March 31, 2021 for information.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 189- 193/21 Council approved all three readings to Bylaw 1837, that being a bylaw for the Grainger-Hesketh Water Service Area Project, replacing Schedule B of Bylaw 1696 due to subdivision activity.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 194- 196/21 Council provided all three readings to Bylaw 1838, that being a bylaw for the Sunnyslope Pressure Water Service Area Project, replacing Schedule B of Bylaw 1689 due to subdivision activity.COMPLETE 86 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status Council Action Items 27-Apr-21 197- 200/21 Council provided all three readings to Bylaw 1839, that being a bylaw for the Selkirk Water Service Area Project, replacing Schedule B of Bylaw 1682 due to subdivision activity.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 201- 204/21 Council provided all three readings to Bylaw 1835, that being a bylaw for the 2021 Water Service Area Special Tax.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 205- 208/21 Council provided all three readings to Bylaw 1836, that being a bylaw for the 2020 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 209- 211/21 First and second reading were given to Bylaw 1834 that, being a bylaw for the 2021 Tax Rates.Bill McKennan On the May 11th agenda for third reading 27-Apr-21 212/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council accept the attached Organizational Chart for information.COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 213/21 Councillor Christie moved that Council rescind Policy #3-16. COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 214/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council approve the Round One Community Grants to Non-Profit Organizations funding to the following organizations:Acme & District Golf Course - $2,500.00 Parkview Lodge of Carbon- $6,000.00 COMPLETE 27-Apr-21 215/21 Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council receive the road ban exemption request for information.COMPLETE Mike Haugen 87 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package AMENDMENT SUMMARY Council Meeting Date: May 11, 2021 Purpose: The purpose of the Amendment Summary is to explain the differences from the original package that was presented at the Council meeting compared to the amended version. Agenda: Changes Made to Agenda 5.4.1 Proposed Animal Control Bylaw #1838 should read Animal Control Bylaw #1840 Addition to Agenda 12.1 Land (Section 17 & 24) Package: 5.4.1 RFD was changed to show Bylaw 1840 and 5.4.1 Bylaw 1840 replaced Bylaw 1838 88 2021.05.11 Adopted Council Meeting Package