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COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
1600-2nd Street NE
Three Hills, AB
T0M 2A0
March 8, 2022
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 February 22, 2022
3.0 Appointments
3.1 Central Alberta Economic Partnership: Kimberley Worthington &
James Carpenter @ 9:00 a.m.
3.2 Community Futures Wildrose: Chantale Sangster @ 10:00 a.m.
3.3 Three Hills RCMP: Sgt. Jamie Day @ 11:00 a.m.
4.0 Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
No Report
5.0 Community Services
5.1 Planning
5.1.1 Special Events Bylaw #1847
5.2 Agricultural Service Board & Parks
No Report
5.3 Protective Services
No Report
5.4 Economic Development
No Report
6.0 Corporate Services
6.1 2021 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget Results
6.2 2022 Operating and Capital Budget Deliberations
7.0 New and Unfinished Business
7.1 Kneehill 4-H District Request
8.0 Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business
8.1 Central Alberta Economic Partnership
8.2 Community Futures Wildrose
8.3 RCMP Reporting on Council’s Priorities, Public Safety Update
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9.0 Council and Committee Reports
9.1 Division 7 Councillor Report
9.2 Trochu Housing Corporation
9.3 Kneehill Regional Doctor Recruitment and Retention Committee
10.0 Council Follow-up Action List
11.0 Closed Session
11.1 Local Public Body Confidences (FOIPP- Section 23)
12.0 Motions from Closed Session
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Initials
MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 22, 2022, 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, Councillor
Division No. 2 Debbie Penner, Councillor
Division No. 3 Jerry Wittstock, Reeve
Division No. 4 Carrie Fobes, Councillor
Division No. 5 Laura Lee Machell-Cunningham, Councillor
Division No. 6 Wade Christie, Councillor
Division No. 7 Kenneth King, Deputy Reeve
ALSO PRESENT:
Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen
Director Community Services Laurie Watt
Director of Infrastructure Mike Ziehr
Project Construction Supervisor Mike Conkin
Protective Services Manager Debra Grosfield
Environmental Services Manager John McKiernan
Manager of Planning and Development Barb Hazelton
Recording Secretary Carolyn Van der Kuil
Communications Officer Christine Anderson
CALL TO ORDER Reeve Wittstock in the Chair
Reeve Wittstock called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m.
AGENDA 1.0 Agenda
1.1 Additions to the Agenda
Additions under Closed Session
11.1 Disclosure Harmful to Personal Privacy (Section 17, FOIPP)
Additions under Infrastructure
4.2 Temporary Flow Increase
ADOPTION OF
AGENDA
1.2 Adoption of Agenda
34/22 Councillor Christie moved approval of the agenda as amended.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
MINUTES 2.0 Minutes
2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of February 8, 2022
35/22 Councillor McGhee moved approval of the February 8, 2022, Council
Meeting minutes as presented.
CARRIED
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COUNCIL MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 2022,
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INFRASTRUCTURE 4.0 Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
4.1 Proposed Recycling Bins
36/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council prior approves Option 2 in the
2022 Operating Budget and directs Administration to provide recycling
bin(s) at the Kneehill County Central Transfer Site (Three Hills Transfer
Site) for the purpose of a one-year pilot project.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4.2 Temporary Flow Increase
37/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council authorize administration to
temporarily increase the flow rate to Sunterra Greenhouse until repairs
have been completed.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COMMUNITY
SERVICES
5.0 Community Services
PROTECT SERV 5.3 Protective Services
5.3.1 Annual Appointment of Fire Guardians
38/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council appoint the following as Fire
Guardians for the issuance of Fire Permits to March 31, 2023:
• Three Hills Fire Department: Ken Cinnamon, Bob Leuf
• Acme Fire Department: Brian Fradgley, Bert Jackson, John
Tersteeg
• Carbon Fire Department: Jody Kranzler, Dan Balderson, Jordan
Reed, Jeremy Kranzler, Marty Morgan
• Linden Fire Department: Kenton Klassen, Shawn Klassen, Carson
Reimer, Max Penner
• Torrington Fire Department: Doug Fretz, Jason Michielsen,
Derek Benedict
• Trochu Fire Department: Richard Hoppins, Alan Adam,
Lawrence Hogg
• Kneehill County: Director of Community Services, Manager of
Protective Services, Rural Fire Chief
And further, should any of the appointed Fire Guardians leave their
respective fire department, or leave their position at Kneehill County,
their appointment will be automatically revoked.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.3.2 Policy Review #4-1, Use of Equipment
39/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council rescind Policy 4-1 Use of
Equipment (Fire).
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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5.3.3 Council’s Policing Priorities
40/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council approve the new 2022
Policing Priorities for Kneehill County as:
• Rural Crime Prevention
• Safety through programs and workshops
• Presence in rural communities
• Road Safety
• Working with Community Peace Officers in delivery of
enforcement and public safety education
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The Chair called for a recess at 9:20 a.m. and called the meeting back
to order at 9:39 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
APPOINTMENTS 3.0 Appointments
3.1 Alberta Health Services EMS
John Hein and Scott Hollsworth presented to Council regarding
ambulance coverage in Kneehill County and Medical First Response
questions.
CORPORATE SERV 6.0 Corporate Services
6.1 Perisson Petroleum Ltd. Tax Deferral Agreement Request
41/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council agrees to entering a Tax
Deferral Payment Agreement with Perisson Petroleum Ltd. for the
payment of 2019-2021 tax arrears and the 2022 levy; for the period of
January 31, 2022, to November 30, 2023.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
42/22 Councillor Christie moved that Administration cancels the 2020 &
2021 penalties and that no further penalties will be assessed during the
term of the Agreement.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6.2 2022 Public Auction Tax Sale Date
43/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council approve the 2022 Tax Sale
Public Auction be held on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 2:00 p.m. at the
County Administration Office.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The Chair called for a recess at 10:45 a.m. and called the meeting back
to order at 11:08 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
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COUNCIL MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 2022,
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NEW BUSINESS 7.0 New and Unfinished Business
7.1 Town of Trochu Housing Corporation Letter of Support
44/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council provide the Town of Trochu
letters of support as requested for capital grant applications for the
Trochu Seniors Supportive Living Facility Project.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7.2 Strategic Planning Presentations
45/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council receive for information the
Strategic Planning Presentations, as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COUNCIL REPORTS 9.0 Council and Committee Reports
9.1 Community Futures Wildrose- Minutes were provided from the
December 4, 2021, and January 6, 2022, meetings.
46/22 Councillor Christie moved that Council receive for information the
Council and Committee reports as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
DISPOSITION OF
DELEGATION
BUSINESS
8.0 Disposition of Delegation Business & Public Hearing Business
8.1 Ambulance Operations and Medical First Responder
Disposition
47/22 Councillor Cunningham moved that Council send a letter of concern to
the Minister of Health regarding Kneehill County’s concern with the
length of response time for ambulance services in rural Alberta.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COUNCIL ACT LIST 10.0 Council Follow-Up Action List
48/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council receive for information the
Council Follow-Up Action List as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
The Chair called for a recess at 12:06 p.m. and called the meeting back
to order at 12:59 p.m. with all previously mentioned Council members
present.
49/22 Councillor Fobes moved that Council decline the invitation with the
RCMP K Division during the RMA Conference.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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COUNCIL MINUTES OF FEBRUARY 22, 2022,
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CLOSED SESSION 11.0 Closed Session
50/22 Councillor Christie moved that Council convene in Closed Session to
discuss disclosure harmful to personal privacy pursuant to Section 17
of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, at 12:59
p.m.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
51/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council return to open meeting at 1:21
p.m.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
1:22 p.m. – meeting recessed to allow return of public.
1:22 p.m. - meeting resumed.
ADJOURNMENT Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 1:23 p.m.
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Jerry Wittstock
Reeve
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Mike Haugen
CAO
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
Regular Council Meeting Date & Time:
GUIDELINES
• Presentations are not to exceed 15 minutes, including questions, unless permitted by Council.
• The Delegation Request Form and related documents will become part of the public record and
will be released/published in the agenda and minutes and will be made available to the pubic in
a variety of methods.
• Persons interested in requesting a presentation to Kneehill County Council must supply all
pertinent information including handouts, PowerPoint Presentations no later than 4:00 p.m. on
the Wednesday prior to the scheduled Tuesday meeting. If your material is not published in the
agenda, bring ten (10) copies with you to the meeting. Note: distributed documents will
become part of the public record.
• The County’s Council meetings are video recorded and live-streamed on the County’s website.
Please submit completed form to carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
PRESENTER DETAILS
Name: (Person Making
presentation)
Company or Group Represented:
Contact Number:
Email:
Mailing Address:
MEETING DETAILS
Please Note:
Regular Council Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of every month unless otherwise
posted. Please see Kneehill County Website or contact Administration for more information.
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
PRESENTATION TOPIC
Will the presentation require PowerPoint facilities? Yes No
The topic of the discussion is (be specific, provide details, and attach additional information, if
required so that all necessary details may be considered.):
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION
☐ Information Only ☐ Request Action/Support ☐ Request Funds ☐ Other
Desired Resolution (What is the decision you are asking to make?)
• Have you included all attachments?
• Does your summary contain all pertinent information?
• Have you provided enough information to enable Council to make an informed decision?
• Have you reviewed your presentation to ensure that it will fit within the specified timelines?
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Kneehill County Council
March 8, 2022
CFWR Presentation
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Who Is Community Futures Wild Rose?
•1 of 27 in Alberta (CFNA)•1 of 90 in Western Canada (CF PanWest)•1 of 268 in Canada (CFNC)
Community Futures is part of the Western Canada
Business Support Network (WCBSN) with various
other community economic development
organizations in Western Canada and is funded in
part by Western Economic Diversification (WD)
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Map of CFWR Region
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Mission:
To promote, assist and retain
economic development
opportunities and activities within
the region.
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The purpose of the
Community Futures
program is to help
communities
develop and
implement local
solutions to
challenges and
opportunities in the
areas of:
What is CFWR’s Purpose?
1)Economic stability, growth, and
job creation;
2)Diversified and competitive
local rural economies;
3)Economically sustainable
communities
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Entrepreneurial
Communities
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Characteristics of an Entrepreneurial
Community
•Strong community based/driven approach
•Understand and act on the need to identify and build on assets
•Regionally rather than locally oriented
•Encourage, support and promote entrepreneurial leadership
•Have developed entrepreneurial systems with training, technical assistance,
and access to capital
•Work collaboratively to ensure region has strong and thriving entrepreneurial
environment
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Our Board is united
through a shared vision
and goals, pulling in
one direction
Business Coaching and
Training services to
support entrepreneurs
How does CFWR support Entrepreneurial
Communities?
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03
Our CED projects have
an Entrepreneurial
Community focus
Provide Access to
Capital01
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Who are our Business Coaching and
Training Clients?
All businesses looking
for extra supports
Business Coaching and
Training:Strategic Plans
Non-profit organizations
in our region (3 per year)
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Unbankable
Credit issues
Sectors
Sectors that banks are unwilling
to fund
Start-ups
Banks want 2-yrs F/S
Who are our Lending Clients?
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Current Community Economic Development
Projects
Mastering Your Recovery
(2021-2022)
Digital Economy
Program (2022-2023)
Youth:
RAYEC Camp 2022
YETI launch 2023
Succession Matching
Project (2020-2022)
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Thank You!!
Questions?
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
Regular Council Meeting Date & Time:
GUIDELINES
• Presentations are not to exceed 15 minutes, including questions, unless permitted by Council.
• The Delegation Request Form and related documents will become part of the public record and
will be released/published in the agenda and minutes and will be made available to the pubic in
a variety of methods.
• Persons interested in requesting a presentation to Kneehill County Council must supply all
pertinent information including handouts, PowerPoint Presentations no later than 4:00 p.m. on
the Wednesday prior to the scheduled Tuesday meeting. If your material is not published in the
agenda, bring ten (10) copies with you to the meeting. Note: distributed documents will
become part of the public record.
• The County’s Council meetings are video recorded and live-streamed on the County’s website.
Please submit completed form to carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
PRESENTER DETAILS
Name: (Person Making
presentation)
Company or Group Represented:
Contact Number:
Email:
Mailing Address:
MEETING DETAILS
Please Note:
Regular Council Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of every month unless otherwise
posted. Please see Kneehill County Website or contact Administration for more information.
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
PRESENTATION TOPIC
Will the presentation require PowerPoint facilities? Yes No
The topic of the discussion is (be specific, provide details, and attach additional information, if
required so that all necessary details may be considered.):
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION
☐ Information Only ☐ Request Action/Support ☐ Request Funds ☐ Other
Desired Resolution (What is the decision you are asking to make?)
• Have you included all attachments?
• Does your summary contain all pertinent information?
• Have you provided enough information to enable Council to make an informed decision?
• Have you reviewed your presentation to ensure that it will fit within the specified timelines?
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REQUEST FOR DESCISION
AGENDA ITEM #
5.1.1
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Version: 2022-01
Subject: Bylaw 1847 Special Events Bylaw
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development
Presented By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
1. That Council move first reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw as presented.
2. That Council move second reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
3. That Council consider third reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
4. That Council move third reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
5. That Council move to approve damage deposit fees in the amounts of $2500 and $5000 in
accordance with Bylaw 1847, and these amounts be included in the next amendment of the
Master Rates Bylaw.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐
Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Municipal Government Act, Section 7
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Current Bylaw 1822 & Bylaw 945
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Municipal Government Act provides general jurisdiction for Council to pass bylaws for municipal
purposes respecting the safety, health and welfare of people and the protection of people and property;
activities and things in, on or near a public or a place that is open to the public; and provide for a system
of licenses, permits or approvals.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The current Bylaw 1822 was adopted in 2020. This bylaw refers to any event or function which is held at
a public place in the County and to which members of the general ublic are invited or admitted for a fee or
free of charge but does not include a private gathering on private land or an event to which members of
the public are not invited or admitted.
This bylaw has been reviewed based on the number of requests we have received for weddings on
Kneehill County property. The majority of the applications we have received have been requesting
Horseshoe Canyon as the destination for the wedding.
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REQUEST FOR DESCISION
AGENDA ITEM #
5.1.1
Page 2 of 3
Version: 2022-01
An approved application will be required for these events and will provide a process for ensuring large
public events can be held in a responsible, safe manner. We have added a clarification for private land
under the public place definition.
This review has been contemplated by the Manager of Parks and Agricultural Services as well as the
Manager of Planning and Development. It has also been reviewed by other departments within the
organization. It was discussed at the February 15, 2022, Committee of the Whole meeting. The attached
copy notes the revisions in red.
Administration is also proposing a refundable damage deposit be required as follows:
$0 for 50 people or less
$2500 for 51-150 people
$5000 for 151+ people.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
Currently there are permit fee requirements in the Master Rates Bylaw. We are also proposing additional
fees for damage deposits be noted in the Master Rates Bylaw. Specifically $2500 for events with 51-150
people and $5000 for events with 151+ people. There are no direct financial implications for drafting this
bylaw as it is captured in the existing operating budget. Application fees and any non-refunded damage
deposits will be incorporated into the budget going forward. There are no staffing implications to the
recommended motion.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Draft Bylaw 1847
Bylaw 945
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council move first reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw as presented.
2. That Council move first reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw as amended.
3. That Council move second reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
4. That Council consider third reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
5. That Council move third reading of Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
6. That Council table and request additional information.
7. That Council not provide readings to Bylaw 1847, Special Events Bylaw.
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REQUEST FOR DESCISION
AGENDA ITEM #
5.1.1
Page 3 of 3
Version: 2022-01
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will ensure that the bylaw is added to the website, and fees are added to the Master Rates
Bylaw when it is amended.
APPROVAL(S):
Choose an item.
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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BYLAW NO 182247
SPECIAL EVENTS BYLAW
A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO PROVIDE FOR THE
REGULATION AND CONTROL OF PUBLIC EVENTS WITHIN KNEEHILL COUNTY
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000 Chapter M-26 as amended,
Section 7, provides that Council may pass bylaws for municipal purposes respecting the safety,
health and welfare of people and the protection of people and property; people, activities and
things in, on or near a Public Place or place that is open to the public; and, provide for a system
of licenses, permits or approvals.
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of the municipality of Kneehill County, in the Province of Alberta,
duly assembled hereby enacts as follows
PART ONE INTRODUCTION
1. TITLE
This Bylaw shall be cited as the “Special Event(s) Bylaw”.
2. DEFINITIONS
2.1 In this Bylaw:
a) “Applicant” means the person who applies for a Special Event Permit
pursuant to this Bylaw;
b) “Approving Authority” means the Chief Administrative Officer or
designate in consultation with the Planning and Development
Department.
b)c) Charitable Organization means an organization, public foundation, or
private foundations that are created and resident in Canada whose
resources are used for one of the following: relief of poverty, the
advancement of education, the advancement of religion, or other
purposes that benefit the community.
d) “Enforcement Officer” means any Enforcement Officer, Bylaw
Enforcement Officer, RCMP Officer, or person authorized by Council to
enforce the provisions of this Bylaw.
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e) Major Event means an event held for 151 people or more which will
include one or more of the following:
i. block or restrict the use of a public place (as defined in this bylaw)
ii. impact adjacent landowners
iii. require the set-up of structures and
iv. require the approvals of Alberta Health,
v. require road closures or traffic control,
vi. require signage, parking, or security
c) Minor Event means an event held for 0 to 150 people with little or no
impact to neighbouring properties or restriction to a public place. Minor
set-up of temporary structures may be considered.
f) “Municipality” means Kneehill County.
d)g) Non-Profit Organization means an association, club or society that are
not charities and are organized and operated exclusively for social
welfare, civic improvement, pleasure, recreation, or any other purpose
except profit.
e)h) “Public Place” means any place to which the public has access as a right
or by invitation, express or implied, and without restricting the foregoing
to constitute a Public Place it is not necessary that all segments of the
public have a right of access thereto, this includes public land and may
include private land;
f)i) “Responsible Party” means every person who is an Applicant (if a
corporation, all directors), Special Event promoter, Special Event
manager, or provides entertainment or concessions for the Special Event;
g) “Special Event” means a one-time or infrequently occurring event outside
normal programs or activities of the sponsoring or organizing body and
includes any music concert, concert, performance, amusement, dance,
exhibition, entertainment, parade, assembly, game, athletic or sports
contest and any event or function which is held at a public place in the
County and to which members of the general public are invited or
admitted for a fee or free of charge., but does not include a private
gathering held or event to which members of the public are not invited or
admitted.
PART TWO TRANSITION
3. GENERAL PROHIBITION
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3.1 No person(s) shall hold, conduct, manage, or allow to be held or organize a
Special Event on public land within the County unless that person(s) has first
obtained a Special Event Permit from the Approving Authority.
3.2 No person shall hold, conduct, manage or allow to be held or organized a Public
Event except in compliance with the terms of a Special Event Permit.
3.3 A Special Event Permit must not be issued to circumvent the need for a
Development Permit or to exceed limitations contained within an existing
Development Permit.
3.4 Special events approved under this bylaw are exempt from the requirement to
obtain a development permit under the Land Use Bylaw.
3.5 There may be specific circumstances where the ability requirement to obtain a
Special Event Permit is specified as a condition of an approved Development
Permit. In such cases it is appropriate to consider issuing a Special Event Permit
based on the merits of the application.
4. SPECIAL EVENT EXCEPTIONS
4.1 The following organizations, clubs, groups or societies do not require a Special
Event Permit to hold a Special Event unless, in the opinion of Approving
Authority, the nature and scale of the event is such that a permit is required:
a) Community Associations for events such as picnics, spring/fall suppers,
Christmas concerts, pie socials, ball games, community dances, and other
events which are held in or on the Community Association property;
b) An agricultural society registered pursuant to the Agricultural Societies
Act;
c) Religious or church organizations;
d) 4-H Clubs;
e) Scouts, cubs, brownies or guides, cadets and other similar organizations;
f) Schools or school boards;
g) Families holding Special Events commonly referred to and recognized as
“family reunions” or “weddings” on private land;
h) Service groups that are active in the community, examples may include,
but are not limited to Elks, Kiwanis, Rotary Club and Lions;
i) Farm auctions;
j) Any other club(s) or organization(s) determined by the Approving
Authority to be similar in nature.
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4.2 Events held on Kneehill County property that are not hosted by Kneehill County
are not exempt from obtaining a permit under this bylaw.
5. Fee Exemptions
a) Charitable or non-profit organizations and schools are exempt from all
required permit fees under this bylaw.
4.6. PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
6.1 A permit for a Special Event is valid for one occurrence only at one location for
the date(s) specified on the Special Event Permit. A Special Event Permit will
only be valid for a maximum of 24 hours, unless explicitly extended by the
approval issued by the Development Authority.
6.2 A complete application for a Special Event Permit pursuant to this Bylaw must be
made no later than Sixty Thirty (6030) days before the proposed date of the
Special Event. The Approving Authority may accept a complete application
within 6020 days of the proposed date of the Special Event if the Approving
Authority is satisfied that the application can be properly evaluated within that
time.
6.3 A complete application for a Special Event must include the following:
a) Full name and address of the Applicant (if the Applicant is a corporation
the names and addresses of all corporate directors);
b) Full name and addresses of all responsible parties;
c) The legal description of the location of the proposed Special Event and a
current copy of the Certificate of Title for the proposed location;
d) A letter of authorization from the registered landowner;
e) A letter from the registered landowner authorizing Enforcement or
Development Officers to visit proposed site prior to the Special Event and
if required during the Special Event to ensure that this or any other
Bylaw, permit conditions or other legislation are being complied with;
f) A non-refundable permit fee as determined by Council in the Master Fees
Bylaw;
6.4 The permit may be approved with or without conditions. Although not limited
to, the following conditions may be imposed on any permit:
a) The maximum number of persons that may attend the Special Event;
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b) Specific requirements for access to and from the proposed location and
parking;
c) Specific requirements for noise attenuation;
d) Specific requirements or procedures for any emergency medical
personnel or equipment;
e) Specific requirements to confirm security personnel or policing has been
retained;
e)f) Specific requirements for coverage for insurance liability;
f)g) Specific requirements as established in an Emergency Response Plan
including but not limited to a map describing access points, emergency
contacts, safety and notification plan for attendees;
g)h) Alberta Health Services or Alberta Liquor and Gaming approved permit,
should liquor or food service be offered, or as described through these
governing bodies.
i) Nuisance and General Sanitation Regulation shall apply to the number of
washrooms supplied and suitable garbage disposal.
h)j) A signed Site Agreement and damage deposit as per the Master Rates
Bylaw will be required for events held on Kneehill County property.
i)k) Any other requirements that are deemed to be reasonably necessary by
the Approving Authority to protect the safety, health, welfare, and
property of the attendees of the Special Event or the adjacent
landowners.
6.5 In addition to the above requirements, the following additional conditions may
be imposed:
a) That the Applicant obtain a Development Permit from the County if they
wish to repeat similar Special Events on the same Property in the future;
b) That the Applicant provide the County with an irrevocable letter of credit,
credit card authorization, or a cash deposit, in an amount specified by
the Approving Authority, to be disposed of by the Approving Authority in
amounts deemed appropriate to provide adequate financial security for
compliance with the conditions of the Special Events Permit, on the basis
of legitimate claims.
c) All costs and expenses incurred in meeting the requirements of this
Bylaw or any conditions attached to the Special Events Permit or by
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reason of breach of this Bylaw shall be borne by the Applicant or the
Person(s) in breach and are a debt owed to the County. This may include,
but is not limited to all costs incurred by the County in regard to policing,
emergency fire or medical expenses. The County may utilize and draw
upon any security held by the County to pay any or all of the costs
incurred by the County.
d) Where an irrevocable letter of credit a damage deposit is required, as a
condition of a Public Event Permit, failure to provide the letter of credit
damage deposit within a time period stipulated by the Approving
Authority shall render the permit to hold the Special Event as null and
void.
e) The Approving Authority may, when evaluating an application for a
Special Event Permit, consult with other municipal departments, any
appropriate agency or authority such as the local health authority, fire
department, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police and any provincial or
federal agency.
f) Any permit approved pursuant to this Bylaw does not relieve the
Applicant of complying with any other municipal, provincial or federal
legislation.
g) Failure to submit proof that all statutory obligations or requirements of
the Special Event Permit application have been satisfied by the Applicant
or evidence of previous mismanagement of similar Public Events shall be
good and ample reason for the Approving Authority to refuse to issue a
permit for the Special Event.
7. PERMIT REFUSAL
7.1 The Approving Authority may refuse to issue a Special Event Permit if:
a) The Applicant or other Responsible Party have previously held a Special
Event and breached any of the conditions of the permit for that Special
Event.
b) In the opinion of the Approving Authority the potential noise impact of
the Special Event would create a nuisance for the community.
c) In the opinion of the Approving Authority, the proposed Special Event
cannot be conducted in a safe matter due to the proposed location or the
proposals for security, access and egress for vehicle traffic, or emergency
response; or
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d) In the opinion of the Approving Authority, the proposed Special Event is
not an appropriate Special Event for the proposed location.
7.2 An Enforcement Officer, believing upon reasonable and probable grounds that a
Special Event has become disorderly, may stop the Special Event by any
reasonable means.
7.3 Failure by the Applicant or Responsible Parties to stop the Special Event when
requested to do so by an Enforcement Officer is a breach of this bylaw.
8. PERMIT REQUIREMENTS
8.1 Any person who contravenes Sections 3(1), or 3(2) of this Bylaw is guilty of an
offence and is liable on summary conviction to a fine of One Thousand ($1,000)
DOLLARS and in default of payment is liable to imprisonment for a term not
exceeding six (6) months.
8.2 Any person who contravenes any other provision of this Bylaw is guilty of an
offence and is liable on summary conviction to a fine of not more than Ten
Thousand ($10,000) DOLLARS and no less than One Thousand ($1,000) DOLLARS
and in default of payment is liable to imprisonment for a term not exceeding six
(6) months.
9. SEVERABILITY
9.1 Each provision of this bylaw is independent of all other provisions. If any such
provision is declared invalid by a Court of competent jurisdiction, all other
provisions of this bylaw will remain and enforceable.
10. EFFECTIVE DATE
10.1 This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading of this bylaw.
11. RESCINDED BYLAWS
11.1 Bylaw No. 1291 1822 is hereby rescinded.
11.2 Bylaw No. 899 945 is hereby rescinded.
Read a first time on this 22nd day of February, 2022.
Read a second time on this day of , 2022.
Read a third time on this day of , 2022.
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Jerry Wittstock
Chief Administrative Officer
Mike Haugen
Date Bylaw Signed
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MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF KNEEHILL #48
BY-LAW #945
WHEREAS the preamble of By-Law #899 is incorrect in that it refers to section 288
of the Municipal Government Act and should refer to section 228 of the MunicipalGovernmentAct
NOW THEREFORE, The Council of the Municipal District of Kneehill #48 being dulyassembled, HEREBY ENACTS AS FOLLOWS:
Paragraph 1 of the preamble to By-law #899 is hereby amended to read as follows:
WHEREAS Section 228 of the Municipal Government Act, being chapter 246 of the
revised statutes of Alberta, 1970 and amendments thereto provides that: '
The balance of by-law 899 is hereby ratified and confirmed.
Councillor Boake moved first reading to by-law 945. Carried.
Councillor Maerz moved second reading to by-law 945. Carried.
Councillor Campbell moved third reading be given at this time. Carried unanimously
Councillor Ferguson moved third reading to by-law 945. Carried.
DONE AND PASSED IN REGULAR MEETING OF COUNCIL THIS 17th day of June, AD 1981.
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Subject: 2021 Preliminary Operating and Capital Budget Results
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services
Marika von Mirbach, Financial Planning Coordinator
Presented By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
1. That Council approve a contribution of $441,349 to the Capital Equipment Plan Reserve
based on actual disposals in 2021.
2. That Council authorizes a draw from the Capital Equipment Plan Reserve in the amount of
$9,750 to fund an unbudgeted ICF commitment.
3. That Council approve a contribution in the amount of $56,161 to the Allowance for
Doubtful Accounts with the contribution being funded through 2021 Provision for
Allowances/Tax Write-Offs.
4. That Council approve a contribution of $708,800 to the Revenue Stabilization Reserve to
fund the operating budget carry-forward initiatives as detailed in Appendix C.
5. That Council approve $2,636,332 of capital project carryforwards including funding
sources as detailed in Appendix D.
6. That $106,940 of unbudgeted revenues collected under the various frontage agreements
for water services be contributed to the Water Reserve.
7. That $277,602 be transferred to the Water Reserve from the Water Service Area Reserve.
8. That $11,306.67 of actual expenses from 2020 related to Dr. Recruitment and Retention be
withdrawn from the Doctor Recruitment Reserve and contributed to the Contingency
Reserve.
9. That Council authorize an additional contribution of $1,000,000 from the 2021 Operating
Budget Surplus be contributed to the Revenue Stabilization Reserve.
10. That this report be received for information.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Financial affairs of the municipality are governed by the Municipal Government Act
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Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Internal policy states that Corporate Services will provide Council with a
quarterly financial report and preliminary year-end report.
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Council receives quarterly financial reports during the year. These reports are intended to inform Council
of financial transactions to-date and how expenditures, revenues and other financial indicators compared
to the annual operating budget and plan which Council has previously approved.
The purpose of this report is to:
• Report on the expected year-end operating results for 2021.
• Report on the operating budget projects approved in the 2021 operating budget.
• Report on the status of all approved 2021 Capital Budget Projects.
• Provide other supplementary information on key financial indicators for the municipality.
No major impacts are anticipated prior to the completion of the 2021 financial statement preparation. The
final operating results will be represented in the audited financial statements which are anticipated to be
presented to Council in April by our external auditors.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The County is required under the Municipal Government Act (MGA) to approve both an operating and
capital budget which are balanced and fully funded. To achieve this, the budget is prepared on a fiscal
viability basis and is monitored and controlled to achieve this desired outcome of a balanced budget. As
such, all budgeted revenues must equal budgeted expenditures.
The municipality follows the legislative financial requirements of the MGA and it’s supporting Regulations.
In addition, the municipality meets or exceeds all policy statements of the Canada Public Sector Accounting
Handbook, which is governed by the Chartered Professional Accountants Canada (CPA).
The budgeting process allows municipalities to prioritize projects, programs and service levels based on
anticipated revenue and expenses. A municipality’s annual budget routinely consists of two components:
• The Operating Budget which plans for a municipality’s day-to-day expenditures (e.g., salaries,
wages, benefits, heat, electric, and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure, etc.).
• The Capital Budget which plans for the purchase and financing of assets or improvement of
existing infrastructure (e.g., roads, water and wastewater facilities, county facilities and major
projects, etc.).
For accounting and budgeting purposes, the County’s activities are segregated by department or area of
responsibility. There are many reasons to budget this way: it shows the responsible approximation of
revenues and expenses related to each department, it allows for the accounting of specific activities, and it
allows for easier reporting to Council and our ratepayers and Provincial or Federal bodies.
This RFD includes the following Financial Reports:
• Operating Budget Summary by Function (Appendix A)
• Operating Budget Summary by Department (Appendix B)
• 2021 Operating Budget Results - Restatements and Recommendations (Appendix C)
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• Project Summary (Appendix D)
• Cash and Investment Summary (Appendix E)
• Reserve Continuity (Appendix F)
The following section provides details and commentary on the operating budget summary schedule.
It should be noted that a “new’ schedule is included in final variance reporting to Council annually, this
schedule is entitled 2021 Operating Budget Results – Restatements and Recommendations (Appendix C).
The purpose of this schedule is to provide a reconciliation of the yearly activities and present the annual
surplus to take into consideration factors such as:
• Funding of the carry-forward projects.
• Unbudgeted revenues due to unforeseen activities.
• Non-cash transactions which are artificially overstating the surplus position.
• Other accounting treatment which requires clarification.
Operating Budget Summary by Function (Appendix A)
The purpose of this schedule is to provide Council a corporate summary of the Operating Budget
Performance for the 2021 fiscal year, and to provide explanations for unfavourable or favourable corporate
results forecasted to year-end.
The body of this report will focus on Appendix A and Appendix C, which provides operating results by the
classification of the revenue source or nature of expenditure. Appendix B, which is presented by
organizational unit, is provided for reference on the individual departments.
The forecasted revenue/expenditure year-end result anticipates (prior to adjustments) reflects a surplus of
$3,454,898. The projected variance is primarily the result of the receipt of unbudgeted funds, and lower
than budgeted expense trends due to the ongoing pandemic. All programs are being delivered within the
service levels approved in the 2021 operating budget; the favourable results are not a result of programs
or service levels being reduced. It does not reflect the adjustments for carry-forward projects, unbudgeted
revenues and other accounting presentation issues. Once these factors are taken into consideration the
surplus is more realistic and reflective or core operating results. Once these adjustments are taken into
account the core operating budget surplus is $550,058, as detailed in Appendix C.
Revenue Summary - $633,608 Favourable
While this variance is classified as unfavourable from a technical standpoint, it is in fact a positive variance
for the municipality. The variance primarily relates to lower than budgeted reserve draws which results in a
release of reserve funding for future initiatives. The lower than budgeted reserve draws are a result of
underbudget operating projects, primarily the Torrington Gravel Pit project which was underbudget by $1.7
million; the reduction in reserve draws is offset with lower than budgeted expenditures.
Items previously reported:
There were several favourable variances resulting form the receipt of unbudgeted funds related to: multiple
operating grants, the 2021 gravel blitz program, the receipt of provincial PERC credits, as well as the receipt
of Disaster Recovery Program (DRP) funds related to overland flooding in 2018. The majority of this funding
was recommended to be transferred to reserves as of June 30, 2021, and is reflected with an increase in
the Contributions to Reserves expense line.
More detail on significant forecasted variances is discussed below:
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i. Operating Grants - $246,400 Favourable ($285,000 Favourable at Q3)
• $50,000 Favourable - as previously reported, the County received an ASB grant during the
first quarter which was not included in the approved 2021 operating budget, and which
relates to the 2020 operating year.
• $50,000 Favourable – an ASB grant related to 2021 which was not budgeted for, and which
was recently received from the province.
• $128,000 Favourable - the County has recognized provincial grant funding related to Covid
relief; these funds have been utilized against Covid related expenses and provide relief for
decreases in revenue sources resulting from the pandemic.
• $15,000 Favourable - a provincial grant was received which will decrease the reserve
funding required for the 2021 Tourism Strategy operating project.
• The $50,000 previously reported related to the grant through Federal Canadian
Municipalities to support progression of the County’s asset management initiative has been
removed and reflected as deferred revenue in 2022 since the project was not complete.
ii. Other Revenue - $268,100 Favourable ($288,000 Favourable at Q3)
• $179,000 Favourable - the County received funds relating to 2018 overland flooding. Given
that these funds are repayment for expenses incurred by the County in previous budget
years the funds were transferred by Council motion to the newly created Disaster Recovery
Reserve during the Q2 report which is reflected as an over contribution to reserves in the
expenditure section of this report.
• $135,000 Favourable – relates to Provincial Education Requisition Credits which were
received as a rebate on education requisitions paid to the provincial government for which
the associated taxes were not collectable and were written off by Council. These funds
were transferred by Council motion to the Revenue Stabilization during the Q2 report which
is reflected as an over contribution to reserves in the expenditure section of this report.
• $80,000 Unfavourable ($60,000 Unfavourable at Q3, on budget at Q1) – relates to lower
than budgeted water “sales” related to oil and gas activity.
• $11,000 Favourable ($11,000 Favourable at Q2) - relates to funds received from local
urban municipalities to support Economic Development tourism development initiatives.
iii. Sales of Goods and Services - $345,548 Favourable ($215,000 Favourable at Q3)
• $190,000 Favourable ($120,000 Favourable at Q3) – relates to the Gravel Blitz days put
on by the transportation department. These funds are being transferred by Council motion
to the Revenue Stabilization as per the Q2 report which is reflected as an over contribution
to reserves in the expenditure section of this report.
• $40,000 Favourable ($36,000 Favourable at Q2) – due to higher than budgeted dust
control applications.
• $90,000 Favourable ($60,000 Favourable Q3) – higher than budgeted water sales related
to municipal water lines.
• $7,500 Oilfield Inspections is Favourable at year-end. Uptake in activity during final quarter.
iv. Penalties and Fines – This line showed as a positive variance as at the third quarter of
approximately $778,000. The year-end balance has increased to $1,089,100 however this will not
be collectable and is show as an adjustment to the surplus in Appendix C. This is reflected in this
manner as to not artificially overstate the County’s cash position related to the reserve funds which
will be reflected in the financial statements of the municipality.
v. Special Taxes and Frontage - $121,047 Favourable ($79,000 Favourable at Q3, on budget at Q1)
– this primarily relates to riser fees received which were not included in the approved budget. The
various frontage agreement were budgeted at $327,490 with the year collects being $434,427,
which is $106,938 of unbudgeted revenue. This amount is being recommended as an additional
reserve contribution in Appendix C of this report and in the report recommendations. In addition the
reserve account receiving these funds in the approved budget was the Water Service Area Reserve
it should have been the Water Reserve. This correction is also being reflected in the
recommendations in this report.
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vi. Return on Investments - $36,972 Favourable ($48,000 Favourable at Q3, on budget at Q1) –
administration has developed new investment strategies to obtain a higher return on investment.
Appendix D provides additional detail for this line item.
vii. Transfer from Reserves - $1,965,525 Unfavourable ($1,843,000 Unfavourable at Q3, on budget at
Q1) – this variance presents as an unfavourable revenue variance but is a reduction in the reserve
funding required for 2021 operating projects. The majority ($1.7 million) of the variance relates to
the Torrington Gravel Pit and is off set with a favourable expense variance related to the project.
Administration anticipated additional gravel available for extraction, but the full amount was not
realized, resulting in cost savings and less funding drawn from reserves. The balance of the funds
were not drawn since numerous special projects did not incur expenditures, some of these projects
are being requested on the carry-forward project lists.
viii. Capital Equipment Plan Sales - $441,349 Favourable The actual disposal dates related to surplus
equipment or disposal in any given year is uncertain. During the preparation of the annual budget
the County has moved to provide a revenue estimate which is conservative since it is totally overset
a reserve contribution to the fund the capital equipment reserve. This revenue variance has been
offset by a reserve contribution in the expenditure section below. For audit purposes the
recommendation of the additional contribution is reflected in the recommendations in this report.
All other revenue streams are in line with expectations, and no significant year-end variances are
anticipated.
Expense Summary $2,821,290 Favourable at Year-End ($2,375,948 Favourable Q3)
Most of this favourable variance relates to the Torrington Gravel Pit project having been completed under
budget by $1.7 million and gravel crushing allocation of $291,800 not being completed in 2021 as
anticipated. The gravel crushing funds of $291,800 are being requested to be carry-forward in a further
section of this report.
Significant expenditure variances are discussed in detail below:
i. Contract Goods and Services - $613,708 Favourable ($333,000 Favourable at Q3, on budget at
Q1). This favourable variance relates to expenses across multiple functions and all departments of
the organization. The ongoing pandemic has resulted in lower than budgeted advertising, training,
development, and contracted services. The last two quarters of the fiscal year since additional
savings related to contract graders ($30,000), community engagement ($30,000) and facility
maintenance projects being completed under budget or deferred due to parts not being available
($65,000).
ii. Materials, Goods, Supplies and Utilities - $95,552 Favourable ($144,000 Favourable at Q2,
$44,000 Favourable at Q1). Similar to contract goods and services, this variance relates primarily
to general operational supplies and is distributed across all departments of the organization.
iii. Salaries, Wages and Benefits - $675,748 Favourable ($406,000 Favourable at Q3, $178,000
Favourable at Q1). There has been turnover in the first three quarters of the year which has resulted
in cost savings for the organization. Recruitment was hampered due to Covid and seasonal
positions were not staffed to normal levels. Favourable weather conditions have resulted in
significant lower than budgeted overtime expenditures in excess of $175,000.
iv. Other Expenses - $111,645 Unfavourable Requirement to book liabilities current and future related
to obligations related to post closure of the Torrington Landfill Site totals $123,538. This item has
not been historical budgeted for and has been reflected as a required year-end adjustment. The
reflection of this item is required for financial statement and audit purposes. The balance is
comprised of numerous small variance in various accounts.
v. Provision for Allowances $139,295 Favourable. The expenditures in this account are comprised of
two components, firstly the tax write-offs approved by Council during the year in the amount of
$904,544 and an additional expense of $56,161 to fund the Allowance for Uncollectable Taxes
based on the required financial statements requirements. This additional expense has a specific
recommendation in this report to comply with external audit requirements.
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vi. Purchases from Other Governments - $31,367 Favourable Kneehill County’s contribution to prior
year’s deficits related to KR Water Commission fully paid saving $19,278 and budgeted contribution
to Drumheller Waste not fully required saving a further $12,100.
vii. Transfer to Other Governments - Unfavourable $71,298 Funding is levied for the Trochu Pool
based on estimate and then adjusted to actual costs. This overpayment (based on levy) will be
recovered in 2022 levy. In addition Council had in prior years approved funding for an infrastructure
study the Village of Linden was undertaking and monies were allocated in the County’s reserves.
The final payment of approximately $39,240 related to the study has been released. In both these
cases there is no negative financial implications even through the variance suggest there is.
viii. Transfers to Individuals and Organizations - $187,378 Favourable ($83,000 Favourable at Q3, on
budget at Q1). This favourable variance is a result of underutilization of Council grant programs
largely due to the ongoing pandemic in the amount of approximately $87,378 and other contingency
funding of $100,000.
ix. Contributions to Reserves - $945,860 Unfavourable ($434,880 Unfavourable Q3 on budget at Q2
and Q1). This represents additional reserve contributions resulting from unbudgeted revenue
inflows which were addressed during the Q2 report. This includes prior year DRP funding, prior
year PERC credits from the province, and revenues related to the gravel blitz program. The
additional variance of approximately $441,349 is the result of finalizing the capital equipment
disposals for 2021. These funds are normally contributed to the Capital Equipment Reserve based
on prior Council direction and funding model for the capital equipment plan.
x. Gravel (Inventory) Projects - $1,988,640 Favourable ($1,698,000 Favourable at Q2, on budget at
Q1). The Torrington Gravel Pit project is now complete and came in under budget, and the gravel
hauling project for 2021 is complete and under budget. Administration anticipated a potential for a
larger quantity of gravel to be extracted during the Torrington Pit project. This was not realized, and
as a result the project is under budget. This favourable variance is offset with an unfavourable
revenue variance due to a decrease in the reserve funding required for the initiative. The change
in the final year-end and third quarter of approximately $291,300 relates to the gravel crushing
portion of the program which needs to be carry-forward since the contract is in place and these
funds will be released in early 2022.
2021 Operating Budget Results - Restatements and Recommendations (Appendix C)
The operating budget summary is detailed in Appendix A and reflected an unadjusted surplus of
$3,454,898. The purpose of this section and Appendix C of the report is to review and provide Council
recommendations on factors that must be accounted for to accurately determine the actual surplus/deficit
position of the municipality and to make the necessary accounting entries to comply with the Public Sector
Accounting Standards for financial statement preparation and presentation. The broad classification of
these factors are as follows:
i. Revenue Risks and Unplanned Revenue Receipts
ii. Funding of Prior Approved Special Projects and Special Initiatives
iii. Fiscal Planning Considerations
If these items are not adjusted significant pressure will be placed on the 2022 and future years operating
budgets. In additional numerous of the items have contractual obligations that must be financially settled in
2022. The recommendations detailed below and in Appendix C will ensure the financial resources are in
place to settle these obligations and assist in the long term financial plan for the municipality. Once these
issues totaling $2,904,840 have been considered the 2021 operating surplus would be reflected at
$550,084.
Revenue Risks and Unplanned Receipts - $1,196,040
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a) As detailed in each of the prior quarterly operating budget reports outstanding tax accounts must
have penalties applied until these tax accounts are approved to be written off by Council. This
results in the revenues booked in the municipality’s accounts being artificially overstated and likely
not collectible. In Appendix A the revenue classification Penalties and Fines is reflecting a budget
of $120,000 and actual receipts for $1,209,100 for a positive variance of $1,089,100. However,
these funds generally relate to tax accounts that are in arrears and the likelihood of receiving
payment is close to zero since these penalties have been imposed on accounts where the entity is
bankrupt or in receivership. It is best financial practice to ensure that the municipal reserves are
funded (i.e., backed by cash) so it is strongly advisable to exclude this item prior to considering any
disposition of surplus.
b) The County has numerous bylaws in place to recover funds which were front ended by the
municipality for various initiatives. For example, there are numerous bylaws for the collection of
water connections. The annual bylaws reflect prior agreements, during the year however new
accounts may be opened and levied resulting in additional revenues being received which were
not budgeted nor were the contributions to the respective reserve. During 2021 an additional
$106,940 was received and administration requires Council authority to contribute these funds to
the water reserve. In addition the approved 2021 budget had the funds being contributed to the
Water Service Area which was incorrect the correct reserve is the Water Reserve. This is a
presentation issue only and does not alter the use for which these funds will be applied to in the
future. The recommendation in this report corrects the reserves these funds should be reflected in.
Funding of Prior Approved Special Projects and Special Initiatives - $708,800
Numerous projects approved in the 2021 operating budget were not completed in 2021 and are high priority
projects that have outstanding contractual or other financial obligations. Examples of these are the 2021
gravel crushing program, fire training funded via provincial grants, asset management funded partially from
an FCM grant, etc. In addition, Council in the 2020 operating budget allocated monies for administration to
undertake numerous initiatives to enhance service delivery and reduce and contain future costs. In 2020
$240,000 was allocated for these initiatives administration has included a similar amount to be carry-
forwarded to 2022. This practice lessens the pressures on future years operating budgets.
Fiscal Planning Considerations - $1,000,000
Given that the County does not have a formal surplus disposition policy administration provides
recommendations to Council as part of the preliminary year-end operating budget analysis. In past years
the focus has been to allocate the fiscal year surplus, if any, to reserves based on expected future needs
for infrastructure replacement. Given the significant risks relate to fuel prices and the overall 2022 budget
pressures administration is recommending a financial strategy to best balance these 2022 budget risks and
still provide contributions to reserves from the 2021 operating budget surplus.
Given the current economic and political uncertainty globally oil prices have spiked significantly. Allowances
have been provided in the 2022 for fuel prices increases based on “normal” market pressures. If the current
market pressures continue through the year the 2022 fuel allocations provided for in the 2022 budget will
be significantly overspent. Fuel is a major expenditure item in the 2022 budget at approximately $1,010,000
the exposure due to the current climate is in the $250,000 range, if not higher. Hopefully the market will be
able to correct itself and oil prices recede. To manage this exposure administration is recommending that
$250,000 be allocated to the Revenue Stabilization Reserve.
As noted above there are significant pressures in the 2022 operating budget, which is on the Council
agenda today under a separate report. It has been Council’s practice to fund one-time projects from one
time revenue sources. This is a sound financial practice since if these were funded in the base budget
additional revenues sources would need to be found in the next fiscal period or budget pressures would
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continue. Based on this administration is recommending that $250,000 of the 2021 surplus be allocated to
as a funding source for 2022 one-time projects.
Although the County has numerous reserves, but no allowances have been provided to-date to fund the
“working capital” needs of the County. Administration will be bringing forward a formal reserve policy,
including surplus disposition later this year. This is best practice and will also support both the upcoming
strategic planning exercise and the development of the County’s long term financial plan. Based on this a
further $500,000 is being recommended to be contributed to the Revenue Stabilization Reserve.
Project Summary (Appendix D)
The County is currently undertaking 29 operating and capital projects. The specific details for each project
are detailed in Appendix D.
Nineteen projects are complete.
One project was cancelled.
The STIP bridge project has seen 3 out of 4 bridges complete, with funding for one bridge being carried
forward.
Eight projects are requested to be carried forward.
Project savings on both operating and capital projects will be returned to the original funding source to
finance projects in future years.
Cash/Investment Summary (Appendix E)
The negative impacts of Covid-19 on the financial markets had a very negative impact on the County’s
overall interest rate returns. The average monthly interest earnings have declined significantly from the pre
Covid interest rate returns. The “Prime Interest” rate declined from 3.95% to 2.45%, the County benchmark
return is Prime Rate minus 1.75%. The impact has meant that our benchmark return has declined from
2.2% to 0.8%. Each 1/10th change in the rate equates to approximately $40,000 in interest earnings annually
for the County.
Administration has endeavored to implement new investment strategies in 2021 to improve investment
returns. As detailed in Appendix D, the rate of return on cash investments now ranges from 0.7% to 1.8%.
Administration anticipates the annualized return to climb to approximately 1.2% by the end of 2021 and
expects that trend to continue into 2022 and onward. This strategy will allow the 2022 budgeted revenues
to be increased significantly.
Reserve Continuity (Appendix F)
This schedule tracks the movements, based on Council approvals, of each of the County’s reserves. The
financial information reported in this schedule will only change if:
• Council approves new expenditures or amends project budgets.
• Projects are completed under budget.
• Unanticipated external funding, mainly grants, are approved post budget.
Overall, based on budget approvals and investments in the County’s infrastructure the utilization of reserves
was approximately $5.2 million in 2021, with offsetting contributions to reserves of $8.4 million.
The 2021 ending balance does not take into account the funds which are being recommended to be carried-
forward and earmarked for carry-forward initiatives in 2022.
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FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The overall financial position of the County continues to be positive with Administration and Council
exercising prudent financial management.
The recommendations in this report will ensure a continuation of forward financial planning and value for
dollar for ratepayers.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Public Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
• Operating Budget Summary by Function (Appendix A)
• Operating Budget Summary by Department (Appendix B)
• 2021 Operating Budget Results - Restatements and Recommendations (Appendix C)
• Project Summary (Appendix D)
• Cash and Investment Summary (Appendix E)
• Reserve Continuity Schedule (Appendix F)
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Adopt the report as presented.
2. Receive report for information.
3. Provide direction to amend this report.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Internal action required by administration to make the necessary financial transaction entries.
APPROVAL(S):
Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Approved- ☒
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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2021 Budget Year-End Actual
(un-audited)Year-End Variance
Revenues
Licenses and Permits (82,100) (103,376) 21,276
Operating Grants (265,866) (512,266) 246,400
Other Revenue (111,000) (379,100) 268,100
Sale of Goods and Services (1,386,236) (1,731,784) 345,548
Sales to Other Governments (126,148) (133,109) 6,961
Rental Income (154,010) (141,770) (12,240)
Penalties and Fines (120,000) (1,209,100) 1,089,100
Property Taxes (22,467,214) (22,501,834) 34,620
Special Taxes and Frontage (1,292,490) (1,413,536) 121,047
Return on Investments (302,800) (339,772) 36,972
Transfer from Reserves (3,540,039) (1,574,515) (1,965,525)
Capital Equipment Plan Sales (100,000) (541,349) 441,349
Total Revenues (29,947,903) (30,581,511) 633,608
Expenses
Contract and General Services 3,013,188 2,399,480 (613,708)
Materials, Goods, Supplies, and Utilities 3,602,772 3,507,220 (95,552)
Salaries, Wages and Benefits 9,452,295 8,776,547 (675,748)
Other Expenses 93,666 205,311 111,645
Provision for Allowances 1,100,000 960,705 (139,295)
Purchases from Other Governments 530,531 498,963 (31,567)
Transfer to Other Governments 581,669 652,966 71,298
Transfer to Individuals and Organizations 348,757 161,379 (187,378)
Transfer to Local Boards and Agencies 102,532 102,532 -
Contributions to Reserves 6,857,630 7,803,490 945,860
Non TCA Operating Projects 423,000 204,795 (218,205)
Gravel (Inventory) Projects 3,841,864 1,853,224 (1,988,640)
Total Expenses 29,947,903 27,126,612 (2,821,290)
Net - (3,454,899) (3,454,898)
Appendix A: Operating Budget
Variance Report by Function
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2021 Budget Year-End Actual
(un-audited)Year-End Variance
Revenues
General (23,984,903) (25,735,799) 1,750,896
Administration (439,484) (592,108) 152,624
Fire (46,389) (54,316) 7,927
Enforcement (44,848) (35,151) (9,697)
Transportation (3,394,864) (1,870,763) (1,524,102)
Water (1,373,840) (1,514,194) 140,355
Wastewater (13,147) (14,451) 1,304
Waste Management (91,557) (114,319) 22,762
Health (96,664) (90,000) (6,664)
Cemetary (7,300) (10,300) 3,000
Planning (104,600) (127,343) 22,743
Agriculture (144,407) (244,796) 100,389
Economic Development (65,000) (53,513) (11,487)
Parks (140,900) (124,458) (16,442)
Total Revenues (29,947,903) (30,581,511) 633,608
Expenses
General 4,929,678 4,649,853 (279,826)
Legislative 629,239 508,975 (120,264)
Administration 3,580,234 3,416,085 (164,149)
Fire 1,349,203 1,196,913 (152,290)
Disaster 126,764 109,612 (17,152)
Enforcement 793,296 761,529 (31,767)
Transportation 11,852,099 9,745,951 (2,106,147)
Water 3,207,286 3,226,853 19,567
Wastewater 146,647 143,626 (3,021)
Waste Management 570,088 645,200 75,112
Health 46,854 33,868 (12,987)
Cemetery 82,966 62,632 (20,334)
Planning 575,270 558,634 (16,637)
Agriculture 819,896 691,777 (128,119)
Economic Development 231,337 177,117 (54,220)
Parks 853,335 602,928 (250,406)
Cultural 53,711 53,711 -
Capital Equipment Reserve Transfer 100,000 541,349 441,349
Total Expenses 29,947,903 27,126,612 (2,821,291)
Net - (3,454,899) (3,454,899)
Appendix B: Operating
Budget Variance Report by
Department
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2021 Preliminary Surplus $3,454,898
Recommendations:
Revenue Risks and Unplanned Receipts - $1,196,040
Adjust Penalties and Fines to Cash Basis -$1,089,100
Water Riser Revenue New Addition Revenue - To Reserve -$106,940
Asset Management Initiatives (FCM and County Funds)-$100,000
Economic Development - Location Analysis Study -$10,000
Economic Development - Sector Analysis Study -$10,000
Gravel Crushing -$291,800
Fire Training - Grant Funded -$47,000
Corporate Initiatives -$250,000
Fiscal Planning Considerations -
$1,000,000 Contribution to Revenue
Stabilization Reserve
Fuel Price Exposure Funding - 2022 -$250,000
Funding for 2022 One-Time Budget Pressures -$250,000
General "Working Capital"/Future Needs -$500,000
Adjusted Surplus $550,058
Appendix C: 2021
Operating Budgets Results
- Restatements, and
Recommendations
Funding of Prior Approved Special Projects and Special Initiatives - $708,800
(Operating Carry-Forwards)
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Appendix D: Project Summary
as at December 31, 2021
Project Start
Date
Anticipated
End Date
Complete or Carry-
Forward
Project
Budget 2021 Costs 2021 Final
Variance
Carry-
Forward
Amount
Funding Source Comments on Project/Variance
Capital Projects
1 April, 2021 July, 2021 Complete 42,329 43,044 715 Scope and materials costs.
2 August, 2021 December, 2021 Complete 55,000 47,116 (7,884) No projected variance.
3 July, 2021 November, 2021 Complete 242,000 187,913 (54,087) No projected variance.
4 January, 2021 August, 2021 Complete 2,900,000 2,442,548 (457,452) Project came in under budget.
5 June, 2019 December, 2021 Carry-Forward 595,759 448,192 (147,567) 147,567 Contingency Reserve In progress.
6 January, 2021 June, 2021 Complete 256,552 230,552 (26,000) Complete.
7 January, 2019 December, 2021 Cancelled 345,233 - (345,233) Not proceeding as planned; project to be cancelled
8 January, 2020 December, 2021 Complete 705,600 705,600 - Complete.
9 January, 2020 December, 2021 Complete 1,305,108 1,305,108 - Complete.
10 January, 2020 December, 2021 Complete 354,328 354,328 - Complete.
11 On hold On hold
Carry-Forward 1,320,000 - (1,320,000) 1,320,000 Parks Reserve On hold.
12 STIP Bridge Projects January, 2020 December, 2021
Carry-Forward 2,555,426 739,897 (1,815,529) 350,000 Bridge Reserve; STIP Carry-forward BF6948
BF70376 - SE 3-30-25-4 Complete
BF76459 - SE 17-30-24-4 Complete
BF6948 - SE 1-30-25-4 Carry-Forward
BF1082 - SE 1-33-23-4 Complete
13 January, 2020 December, 2021 Complete 1,400,000 1,395,455 (4,545) In progress.
14 BF2432 Update - SE 25-33-25-4 June, 2021 December, 2021 Complete 40,000 40,000 - In progress.
15 January, 2021 December, 2021
Carry-Forward 74,500 - (74,500) 74,500 IT Reserve Funded with MOST funding
16 January, 2021 December, 2021 Carry-Forward 1,185,428 434,012 (751,416) 744,265 CEP Reserve In progress.
Total Capital Projects 13,377,263 8,373,764 (5,003,499)
Operating Projects
17 Economic Development - Tourism Strategy May, 2021 September, 2021 Complete 45,000 42,263 (2,737) On budget; Explore Kneehill.
18 Economic Development - Location Analysis TBA TBA
Carry-Forward 10,000 - (10,000) 10,000 TBA pending completion of Sector Analysis.
19 Economic Development - Sector Analysis August, 2021 October, 2021
Carry-Forward 10,000 3,000 (7,000) 7,000 In progess and on budget.
20 Environmental Services - Mt. Vernon Update January, 2021 December, 2021 Complete 30,000 22,234 (7,766)
21 January, 2021 January, 2021 Complete 75,000 42,402 (32,598)
22 April, 2021 October, 2021
Carry-Forward 700,000 408,200 (291,800) 291,800 Crushing to resume in the fall.
23 January, 2018 February, 2021 Complete 20,000 34,236 14,236
24 January, 2018 February, 2021 Complete 25,000 1,884 (23,116) Unanticipated costs to be incurred regarding remediation.
25 January, 2018 February, 2021
Carry-Forward 25,000 4,851 (20,149)
26 January, 2020 December, 2021 Complete 18,000 16,614 (1,386)
27 January, 2021 December, 2021 Complete 240,000 79,712 (160,288) Anticipate carry-forwards into 2022
28 March, 2020 April, 2021 Complete 3,066,864 1,401,956 (1,664,908) Unanticipated cost savings related to additional gravel.
29 January, 2021 June, 2021 Complete - 26,600 26,600 To be funded with equipment sale revenue/operating surplus.
Total Operating Projects 4,264,864 2,083,952 (2,180,912)
Capital Equipment Plan Purchases
Administration Door Access and Alarm Upgrades
Redland Grader Shed Fencing and Exterior Repairs
Ron Gorr Arena Upgrades
Hastie Highway
Bridge 1540 - SE 26-34-24-4
Bridge 6813 - NE 29-29-24-4
Bridge 9827 - SW 5-35-23-4
Hesketh Bridge
Emergency Communications
Highway Signage
Swalwell Lagoon Access
Horseshoe Canyon
IT Purchases
2020 Corporate Initiatives
Redland Equipment Removal
Gravel Hauling
Gravel Crushing
Transportation - RR24
Environmental Services - Churchill
Transportation - Wimborne Environmental
Horseshoe Canyon Focus Group
Torrington Gravel Pit
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Bank Accounts
Balance as at
December 31, 2021
Interest
Rate
Servus General Bank Account 7,006,732$ 0.7%
AUMA High Interest Savings Account 15,054,765$ 0.8%
Canadian Western Bank 15,020,966$ 1.0%
Investments
Investment Term Amount
Interest
Rate
1 - Haventree Bank July 16, 2021 - July 18, 2022 2,011,967 1.30%
2 - Haventree Bank July 16, 2021 - January 16, 2024 4,032,219 1.80%
3 - Tandia Credit Union October 14, 2021 - January 16, 2023 5,016,027 1.50%
4 - Canadian Western Bank November 24, 2021 - March 24, 2023 5,007,349 1.45%
Notes:
Budgeted income is based on an overall target return on investment rate of 0.8%
Actual return on investment is estimated at 1.2% annualized for 2021.
Appendix E: Cash and Investment
Summary
Account
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Appendix F: Reserve Continuity
as at December 31, 2021
Opening Balance 2021 Budgeted
Contributions
2021 Additional
Contributions
2021 Actual
Operating Budget
Draws
2021 Actual
Capital Budget
Draws
2021 Ending
Balance
IT 190,065 116,339 306,404
Transitional Funds 866,664 (230,552) 636,112
Capital Equipment Replacement 4,825,836 2,326,389 441,349 (434,002) 7,159,572
Disaster Recovery - 179,090 179,090
Buildings Capital Replacement 1,244,500 481,500 (43,044) 1,682,956
Gravel 2,443,738 807,747 (1,401,956) 1,849,529
Roads 12,262,894 2,660,800 (20,000) (47,116) 14,856,578
Bridges 3,311,114 (2,193,461) 1,117,653
Water 3,545,083 3,545,083
Water Service Area 4,929,755 1,242,602 (24,118) 6,148,239
Environmental 1,955,393 (4,851) 1,950,542
Municipal 142,679 142,679
Parks 832,621 (16,614) 816,007
Contingency 2,073,612 30,000 (27,263) (448,192) 1,628,157
Hamlet Infrastructure 3,493,522 (187,913) 3,305,609
Revenue Stabilization 2,407,829 134,997 (79,712) 2,463,114
Total 44,525,305 6,857,630 1,563,183 (1,574,514) (3,584,280) 47,787,324
Other Funds
FCSS 245,130 140,044 (110,029) 275,146
Joint Community Summit 31,641 10,091 (21,440) 20,292
Doctor Recruitment 154,680 (21,291) 133,388
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Subject: 2022 Operating and Capital Budget Deliberations
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services
Presented By: Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
1. That Council approve a contribution of $441,349 to the Capital Equipment Plan Reserve
based on actual disposals in 2021.
2. That the 2022 Operating and Capital Budget Deliberations Report be received for
information.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite) - The County is required under the Municipal Government Act (MGA) to approve both an
operating and capital budget which are balanced and fully funded.
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The County is required under the Municipal Government Act (MGA) to approve both an operating and
capital budget which are balanced and fully funded. To achieve this, the budget is prepared on a fiscal
viability basis and is monitored and controlled to achieve the desired outcome of a balanced budget. As
such, all budgeted revenues must equal budgeted expenditures.
The municipality follows the legislative financial requirements of the MGA and its Regulations. In addition,
the municipality meets or exceeds all policy statements of the Canada Public Sector Accounting Handbook,
which is governed by the Chartered Professional Accountants Canada (CPA).
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The budget serves as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and a communications device.
The Countys 2021 budget document and presentation meet or exceeded all these criteria and the budget
document has been awarded the Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from Government Finance Officers
Association (GFOA) of the United States and Canada. “This award is the highest form of recognition in governmental
budgeting. Its attainment represents a significant achievement by your organization” (quote from Executive Director
GFOA). In a typical year only 4 to 7 municipalities across Canada are first time recipients. In 2021Kneehill County was
the only new first time recipient in Alberta
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Through the operating and capital budgets, Council decides on the municipality’s priorities for the upcoming
years by setting aside funds for each program or service. This important financial plan provides guidelines
and directives to staff for the allocation of resources and the provision of services and infrastructure. The
budget also determines the total amount of taxes to be levied on residents and businesses of the community
for the budget year.
The budgeting process allows municipalities to prioritize projects, programs and service levels based on
anticipated revenues and expenses. A municipality’s annual budget routinely consists of two components:
• The Operating Budget plans for a municipality’s day-to-day expenditures (e.g. salaries, wages,
benefits, heat, electric, and maintenance of buildings and infrastructure, etc.).
• The Capital Budget plans for the purchase and financing of assets or improvement of existing
infrastructure (e.g. roads, water and wastewater facilities, county facilities and major projects).
For accounting and budgeting purposes, the County’s activities are segregated by department or area of
responsibility. There are many reasons to budget this way: it shows the responsible approximation of
revenues and expenses related to each department, it allows for the accounting of specific activities, and it
allows for easier reporting to Provincial or Federal bodies and other partners.
This report will serve as a guide for Council as it decisions and makes discussion on the 2022 operating
and capital budgets. The budget document and budget presentation slides have been provided to Council
to provide more detail than is in this report. These materials have also been made available on the County’s
web site (Budget 2022) to provide the same level of information to your ratepayers. The budget presentation
slides provide detailed information of the current economic climate, budget pressures (current and future),
fiscal data, and comparisons to other municipal units in terms of tax burdens and the specific drivers and
initiatives in the 2022 budgets. This report summarizes some of the key factors and consideration that will
inform Council deliberations on the budget.
Key Comparators to Other Municipal Units
This and the other comparator charts provided below are not meant to imply exact comparisons because
service levels and the depth and breadth of services are determined by their respective Councils. There
will also be variance in the assessment mix (residential, commercial, non-residential, etc.) which will
influence the available revenues of each municipality as will the reliance on user fees.
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The chart above provides information of the County’s residential tax rate compare to other comparator
County’s in terms of services and level of services. Overall the County residential tax rate is very favorable
and significantly below the provincial average for County’s.
The chart below provides information of the County’s farmland tax rate compare to other comparator
County’s in terms of services and level of services. Overall the County farmland tax rate is very favorable
and significantly below the provincial average for County’s.
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The chart below provides information of the County’s non-residential tax rate compare to other comparator
County’s in terms of services and level of services. Overall the County non-residential farmland tax rate is
slightly above or below the comparator municipalities and consistent with the provincial average of all
County’s.
2022 Budget Challenges and Budget Guidelines
In recent years, and looking forward into 2022 and beyond, compounding budget pressures have
significantly impacted the revenues collected by the municipality. As a result, administration and Council
have worked diligently to manage expenses to mitigate the funding shortfall in the budget. Council and
administration will continue to develop and focus on strategies to manage the negative impacts of the
ongoing financial pressures facing the County.
Addressing the current and future needs and services desired by residents and businesses, and planning
for infrastructure improvements in our community is always the focus of Council during these deliberations.
Council and senior staff have reviewed infrastructure needs with a commitment to maintain current
infrastructure and ensure plans are in place to accommodate growth while maintaining a responsible tax
increase. The expenditures under the control of Council have been restrained, reduced where reasonable,
and are well under the general inflation rate.
Council’s past practices and prudent financial planning have positioned the County well for these financial
challenges. The County has not experienced an operating budget deficit, has no reliance on borrowing, has
maintained or enhanced service levels, maintained our roads and other infrastructure and still will be able
to maintain competitive tax burdens in the future. The guiding principles incorporated into the development
of the budget can be summarized as follows:
• Maintain existing service levels
• Improve customer service
• Keep tax rates competitive
• Incorporate a proactive infrastructure renewal plan
• Identify and incorporate efficiencies
• Ensure rates and fees for services are appropriate
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Specific measures that have been utilized and adhered to for the development of the 2022 operating budget
include:
• Froze most accounts at 2020 levels unless cost pressures were documented • Thorough multi-layer budget review process • Focus on financial constraint • Reinforce priorities through business planning, evaluation and best practices
• Ongoing service and fee reviews
External Budget Pressures
The chart below summarizes the expenditure downloading and revenue losses that have resulted from
provincial policy during the 2020 to 2022 period and known impacts for the 2023-2025. Summary notes are
provided under the table to explain these items in greater detail.
Provincial Pressures
During 2020 the provincial government announced changes to the assessment model related to the Oil and
Gas industry. These changes directly impact the municipality due to decreased assessment values resulting
in decreased property taxes.
Significant changes, resulting in a revenue loss of $1,925,000 in 2020, were made to the assessment of
“Shallow Gas” and the elimination of the well drilling tax, which was previously budgeted at $400,000
annually.
Starting in 2020 a portion of the costs related to RCMP policing were downloaded to the municipality. The
funding has increased from $160,000 in 2020 to $240,000 in 2021 and will continue increasing until 2023
where the total funding paid to the province will be $480,000 annually.
An unanticipated decrease of $94,000 in operating grants occurred in 2021, $50,000 of this related to
Agricultural Services Boards was reinstated in 2021 which is a favorable impact in the 2022 budget.
The level of provincial infrastructure funding has decreased significantly. The actual reduction for 2022 is
approximately $1,800,000 (2022 and 2023-2025 impacts combined). Administration has spread the impact
on the chart above since the options to manage this magnitude of change in 2022 would require a significant
financial impact in the tax rate in 2022. Additional unplanned reserve draws will be required to manage the
transition.
Description Incremental
2020
Incremental
2021
Incremental
2022
Incremental
2023-2025 Total
Provincial Pressures
Shallow Gas 1,925,000$ -$ -$ -$ 1,925,000$
Assessment Model Review - Initial
Impacts -$ 1,000,000$ -$ Unknown 1,000,000$
Assessment Model - Depreciation
Impacts -$ -$ 200,000$ 600,000$ 800,000$
Provincial Policing 160,000$ 80,000$ 80,000$ 160,000$ 480,000$
Loss of Provincial Grants - Programs -$ 94,000$ (50,000)$ Unknown 44,000$
Loss of Provincial Grants - Infrastructure
Funding 300,000$ 141,000$ 600,000$ 1,200,000$ 2,241,000$
Economic Pressures
Return on Investment -$ 400,000$ (175,000)$ (350,000)$ (125,000)$
Total 2,385,000$ 1,715,000$ 655,000$ 1,610,000$ 6,365,000$
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Economic Pressures
The ongoing global pandemic significantly impacted interest earnings and has resulted in a budgeted
revenue decrease of approximately $400,000 in 2021. As economic recovery occurs this revenue is
anticipated to return to normal levels and this pressure should be eliminated.
Total 2022 Budget Pressures Approximately $1,400,000 and Next Steps
As detailed in the budget book the pressures related to the budget are as follows:
• Base budget pressures $486,738
• One-Time Projects $147,000
• New Initiatives $670,652
In addition to these items there have been subsequent requests which also need to be reviewed by Council.
All the budget pressures and requests are included in the Appendix’s in this report. The focus of the budget
deliberations by Council will be the discussion and decisions related to the Appendix’s. Through the Chair,
administration will present these appendixes and respond to Council further information requests. These
appendixes also provide information related to the numerous questions received from Council to-date
related to the budget document and supporting presentation. As in prior years Councils focus and decisions
related to the final budget will consider the following factors and decision points.
In summary the proposed operating and capital budgets:
Maintain Program & Service Levels
Support Councils Infrastructure Renewal Plan
Identify the need for the Provincial and Federal Governments to Provide Funding for Infrastructure Investment
Set the Stage for the Present and Future Prudent Financial Stewardship by Council
Maintain Competitive Tax Burdens
Accept/Reject Projects/Service Initiatives
Service Reduction/Deferral
Tax Rate Change
Combination of Measures –Including
Managing Total Tax Rate and Tax Ratio
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FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
This report ensures the fiscal plan for the municipality is approved within the framework required under the
Municipal Government Act.
The financial recommendations detailed in this report will ensure the financial risks of the County are
managed and planned for in the best interest of the ratepayers. The 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw will be predicated
on this information, and this information will be used for tax notices to ratepayers. The overall financial
position of the County continues to be positive with Administration and Council exercising prudent financial
management. The budget deliberations and resulting recommendations will ensure a continuation of
forward financial planning and value for dollar for ratepayers.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Public Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Appendix A - Summary of Base Budget Changes
Appendix B - Budget Tracking Schedule
Appendix C - Administrations Further Recommendations – Budget Reallocations
Appendix D - One-Time Project Funding Requests
Appendix E - New Initiatives
Appendix F - Subsequent Budget Requests
Appendix G - Capital Budget Investments
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Provide direction on information presented.
2. Requests additional information.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Prepare budget adoption report for Councils approval.
APPROVAL(S):
Bill McKennan, Director of Corporate Services Approved- ☒
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Subject: Kneehill 4-H District Request
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council approve sponsorship in the amount of $800.00 to the Kneehill 4-H District to assist
with the cost of advertising and printing of the 2022 District Show/Sale Catalogue.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒
Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Policy #15-7, Recreation, Community, Arts and Cultural Events.
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Administration received a letter from the Kneehill 4-H District requesting financial support for the Kneehill
4-H District Show and Sale Catalogue and Advertising. This is a request that Council receives annually.
In the past we have donated $600.00 to this event, however, last year Council approved a donation in the
amount of $800.00.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The 4-H District request meets the eligibility requirements for the Recreation, Community, Arts and
Cultural Events Grant.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
$10,000 is budgeted annually to the Recreation, Community, Arts and Cultural Events Grant Program.
Administration has again included this amount in the proposed 2022 Budget.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
4-H and District request letter.
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COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council approve a sponsorship in the amount of 800.00.
2. That Council approve a sponsorship in an amended amount.
3. That Council receive for information the request.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will follow-up with the Kneehill 4H District on Council’s decision.
APPROVAL(S):
Choose an item. Approved- ☐
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Kneehill District 4-H Council
C A N A D A
4-H Alberta
Box 2727
Three Hills, AB
T0M 2A0
February 7, 2022
Kneehill County
Box 400
Three Hills, AB
T0M 0A0
Email: carolyn.vanderkuil @kneehillcounty.com
Attention: Carolyn Vanderkuil,
I would like to start by thanking you for your past support to the Kneehill4-H District show and sale. The Kneehill
District 4-H Council would like to ask once again for your consideration in sponsoring our 2022 Achievement Day
show and sale, which this year will be held on June 7, 2022. We have 55 4-H members who will be participating in
their year end event with their beef and sheep projects. Which is very exciting as it shows us how resilient kids can
be, even over the past two years of hardships our numbers continue to grow!
Your sponsorship donation if you should choose would go towards the costs associated with advertising for our
annual Achievement Day. In recognition of your sponsorship your organization will be displayed on signage
around our show ring, as well as in our show and sale catalogues. Your business will also be promoted throughout
the show by our emcees.
The 4-H program is so important to the future of agriculture in our province. It helps to teach our members
responsibility along with many other life skills. Our members are very proud of their projects and the work that
they have put into them to get them ready for Achievement Day. They are also proud to be a part of rural Alberta
and it’s future. Please feel free to join us on June 7/22 at the Trochu Arena for our Achievement Day. The show
starts at 11:00a.m. followed by our sale at 6:00p.m. Please be aware that we will be following guidelines set out by
AHS and 4-H Alberta at that time.
Thank you in advance for your consideration. I look forward to hearing back from you as soon as possible should
you choose to support Kneehill 4-H District Achievement Day in order for your name and business logo to be
printed and displayed in our advertising.
Sincerely Yours,
Kelli Becker
Kelli Becker-Key Leader Kneehill 4-H District
joekellibecker@gmail.com
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Subject: Central Alberta Economic Partnership
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council receive the presentation from the Central Alberta Economic Partnership for
information, as presented.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
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RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Start typing here
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Start typing here
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Central Alberta Economic Partnership delegation was scheduled today at 9:00 a.m.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The desired objective of the Central Alberta Economic Partnership presentation is for information only.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
N/A
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Receive the presentation for information
2. Direct administration to provide further information
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
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Subject: Community Futures Wildrose
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council receive the presentation from the Community Futures Wildrose for information, as
presented.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
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RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Start typing here
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Start typing here
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Community Futures Wildrose delegation was scheduled today at 10:00 a.m.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The desired objective of the Community Futures Presentation is for information only.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
N/A
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Receive the presentation for information
2. Direct administration to provide further information
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
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Subject: RCMP Reporting on Council’s Priorities, Public Safety Update
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Debra Grosfield, Manager Protective Services
Presented By: Debra Grosfield, Manager Protective Services
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council move to accept the RCMP Quarterly Report and Kneehill County Public Safety
Report for information, as presented.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐
Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
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RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A, Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Kneehill County has 5 RCMP detachments serving our area; Three Hills, Innisfail, Drumheller, Beiseker,
and Olds. Four detachments provide Quarterly Reports that they have based on in relation to Council’s
priorities for our community. Innisfail provides reporting however is not applicable to Kneehill County as
theirs is a very small area. We have included Kneehill County’s public safety activities as well.
Kneehill County Council’s priorities were set in January 2021 as:
• Rural Crime Prevention – enforcement and
education
• Presence in Rural Communities
• Road Safety
• Working with Kneehill’s CPO’s in delivery of
enforcement and education
• Staffing compliments (communicating to us if
they are fully staffed or short)
• Add on February 2022: Community safety
through workshops and programming
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Version: 2022-01
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
As part of their accountability to our community, RCMP are providing Council’s with reporting on statistics,
community engagement, and community priorities, as attached.
Kneehill County Enforcement Statistics for Oct 1 thru to Dec 31, 2021:
• 34 Citations under Traffic Safety Act: (27 Warnings, 7 Tickets)
• 2 Assist other Agencies (traffic accidents, RCMP)
• 2 Animal Control files
• 4 Unsightly Property files
• 1 other Bylaw call
Speed trailer was placed throughout hamlets and urbans, ending in mid-October, and will restart in the
spring. Hamlets have been signed with new speeds.
School Resource Program – Antibullying presentations this fall in Linden, Carbon and Acme.
Peace Officers attended a variety of courses this past fall, including Training Officer for CPO skills such
as tool use training, Role Playing Officer to train new CPO’s, and Emergency Management Incident
Command System Training.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
Kneehill County has Enforcement Services Contracts with Acme and Three Hills that includes patrol
hours, and contracts with Carbon, Linden, and Trochu that are on-call basis.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Public Notification Other: Reporting with RCMP
ATTACHMENTS:
For Drumheller, Olds, Three Hills, and Beiseker Detachments each:
- Provincial Policing Report
- Statistical reporting Oct 1 to Dec 31, 2021
- Community Letter
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Approve the recommendation as presented.
2. Amend the recommendation as presented.
3. Administration to come back with other options.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Continued partnership and collaboration with detachments on reporting to Council.
APPROVAL(S):
hoose anitem.
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AGENDA ITEM #
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Version: 2022-01
Subject: Council & Committee Reports
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council accepts for information the Council & Committee Report as presented.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒
Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The purpose of the Council and Committee Reports is to provide each member with the opportunity to
bring forward any matter of general interest to Council or the County.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Council reports will be included on the agenda when requested by Council and reports may be either in
writing, or verbally, or a combination of both.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Council & Committee Reports
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council accepts the Council and Committee Report.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
APPROVAL(S):
Choose an item.
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Kenneth King Division 7
Doctor Recruitment and Retention Committee
Meeting Date: February 16, 2022
The Dr R and R Committee set the budget for the 2022 year.
Gifts (Christmas,
Valentines, Easter, Baby,
etc.)
$1,000.00
Meet and Greet
Activities/Dinners
$1,000.00
Appreciation BBQ $700.00
Red Deer (or Calgary)
Resident visit
$1,000.00
Conference $2,500.00
Incentives $40,000.00
We are losing one doctor from the clinic as she has chosen to relocate, the Clinic is continuing
efforts to recruit new doctors.
Currently there is a job posted on AHS website.
Locums continue to provide medical coverage for maternity leave, days off, etc.
A Resident will be working with Dr Calhoun at the clinic for four months starting in March.
There has been interest from some communities asking for the doctors to consider working in satellite
clinics. Doctors would like to know what communities expect if such a service was offered. The Dr R and
R Committee asked that a written list be compiled by the clinic doctors as to the doctor’s expectations of
the community requesting the service of a satellite offices. Time allotment, infrastructure and monetary
requirements and other requirements that are required if the doctors were to consider operating satellite
clinics.
Some of our partnering communities have directly approached doctors within the clinic asking them to be
a part of a satellite clinic.
The medical clinic has recently received approval for a Mental Health Therapist position for the next
three years.
Ultrasound services are ready to go in terms of the facility. Licensing is still pending. Initially, the service
will be provided for one day a week.
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Trochu Housing Corporation
Meeting Date: February 7, 2022
The Trochu Housing Corporation continues to advocate with provincial and federal governments for funding to
assist with the Trochu Senior’s Housing Project.
For the most part the project is in a holding pattern as opportunity to apply for funding has yet to be announced.
Recent budget announcements seem to be opening a pathway for the Trochu Housing Corporation to apply for
funding, if and when those funding programs are announced.
I have included a recent news release from the Trochu Housing Board which summarizes fairly clearly where the
project is at:
Trochu Housing Corporation Community Update
Things may seem quiet regarding the Senior Housing Facility in Trochu, but we want to assure you the dedicated
Trochu Housing Corporation is hard at work.
We continue to maintain and establish necessary partnerships, meeting regularly with the Trochu Seniors Society
and Covenant Health. We have also invited a Kneehill Councillor to sit on our Corporation Board, this not only gives
Kneehill County a valuable voice but provides the opportunity for all Kneehill County Council to stay abreast of the
happenings. Beyond this, we have formally started to collect support letters from various community groups and
levels of government. These letters will be included in future grant applications.
Speaking of grant applications, the Trochu Housing Corporation is patiently waiting for the Provincial Budget on
February 24, 2022 and for the Affordable Supportive Living Initiative grant program to open. When this occurs, we
are ready to submit a thorough application with the intention of receiving vital capital project funding.
The life lease pre-sales have remained stable at 21 of the 24 units spoken for. This leaves three left, please give
Sam Smalldon a call at 403-586-2702 if you are interested in learning more about this portion of the facility.
Trochu, we want you to know we remain committed to seeing this project brought to fruition. We are optimistic
there will be a call to apply for funding in the near future and we are hopeful we will be approved. When this
happens, a community gathering to celebrate and communicate the next steps will be planned.
Thank you so much to the dedicated community members, volunteer organizations, and various levels of
government for getting us this far. We look forward to what the rest of 2022 will bring.
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Trochu Housing Corporation Meeting
Monday, February 7th, 2022
Town of Trochu Administrative Office, Trochu, AB & Zoom
Minutes
Directors Present in Person: Carl Peterson, Ron Zook, Chris Reeds, Jaime Martel, Ken
King
Directors Present Via Zoom: Barry Kletke, Paula Kowalchuk
Directors Absent: Wade Christie
Management/Consultant Present in Person: Jamie Collins
Management/Consultant Present Via Zoom: Sam Smalldon
Recording Secretary: Jamie Collins
• Action items are highlighted
The Vice-Chair Paula Kowalchuk called the meeting to order at 4:05 pm
1. Approval of Agenda
Director Ron Zook made the motion to approve the agenda.
CARRIED
2. Approval of Minutes
a) Minutes from the AGM of November 8, 2021
Director Carl Peterson made the motion to approve the AGM Meeting Minutes
b) Minutes from the Regular Meeting of November 8, 2021
Director Chris Reeds made the motion to approve the Regular Meeting Minutes
CARRIED
3. Business Arising from the Minutes
a) Project Workplan (Sam)
The plan is moving along. The work plan is on track and moving as expected. A land
agreement between the Town of Trochu and the Trochu Housing Corporation has
been drawn up in principle. An environmental study was completed when the ASP
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was done, the use of the land has not changed so this should be fine. The Provincial
Budget will be announced on February 24th, 2022 – a grant call is expected within a
month or two of that date.
b) Public Consultation
No need for further public consultation at this time. Will do a community update of
some kind – Sam, Carl & Jamie will come up with a format.
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c) Project Grants
Provincial Capital Grant
Still waiting for the ASLI capital grant call. Expected after the Provincial budget
announcements at the end of February.
Federal CMHC Grant
This process has been started. At this point, the Federal Government and the
Provincial Government are not in alignment on this funding. It is expected when the
ASLI capital grant call occurs this alignment for the CMHC grant will also come into
place.
d) Partnerships (Sam/Barry)
The requests for support letters have went out. We have received back two (Seniors Housing
Society and the MP) Expect more to come in soon.
Partnership MOU with Covenant Health
Completed. This would be a good time to invite the President of Covenant Health to
the next meeting. This way any questions can be answered. We also need to get a
detailed operating agreement from Covenant Health.
Chair Barry Kletke made the motion to extend an invite to the President of Covenant Health
to attend the next meeting on March 21, 2022.
CARRIED
Covenant Health and THC Steering Committee
Monthly meetings occur.
Kneehill County Partnership
Agreement signed
Kneehill Housing Corporation
The invitation has been made for partnership, a joint meeting was held, but at this
time still, no response has been received.
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St. Mary’s Foundation
The Seniors Society and the Foundation are working well together.
e) Government Relations (Sam/Barry)
Support letters from our government relations are coming in.
Federal MP/ Provincial MLA Presentations
Both have occurred and were received positively
Provincial Minister of Seniors / Housing/Minister of Health Presentations
Meeting with Minister Pon went well.
Minister Tyler Shandro stepped down as Health Minister so we have invited Minister
Jason Copping, but are still waiting to get a firm meeting date. Barry will continue to
pursue.
4. New Business
None at this time.
5. Pending Matters
a) 2022 Budget and ASP Approval for Site Work
No official budget currently, we are still in the planning stages.
b) Positioning of Project on Site and Current ASP DRAFT (Sam/Carl)
All tasks for this (bylaws etc.) have been done. Waiting on funding approvals before
any more development occurs.
c) Community Advisory Engagement and Feedback (Sam/Ron)
Don’t need to arrange a meeting now, but later when we get grant approval and move
into the final design phase, we will want to have another community meeting
d) Trochu Seniors Housing Society (Sam)
They are still meeting regularly. Working on the message – One Community, One
Project.
6. Key Messages
Will continue to update social media with life lease sales. Will come up with some
sort of community update.
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7. Next Meeting – March 21, 2022, 4:00 to 5:30
8. Adjournment
Director Chris Reeds made the motion to adjourn the meeting at 4:35
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MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 16, 2022, KNEEHILL REGION DOCTOR
RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION TASK FORCE MEETING HELD AT THE
KNEEHILL COUNTY OFFICE, 1600 2ND STREET NE, THREE HILLS, ALBERTA.
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Kenneth King, Councillor Kneehill County Flo Robinson, Councillor Village of Linden
PRESENT Doreen Ternowetsky, Councillor Village of Acme
Michelle Lomond, Councillor Village of Carbon
Barry Kletke, Councillor Town of Trochu
Miriam Kirk, Councillor Town of Three Hills
ADVISORY Gert Knelsen Kneehill Medical Clinic
MEMBERS Dr. Erin Calhoun Kneehill Medical Clinic
ADMINISTRATION Mary Lou Willis, Rec. Secretary Kneehill County
CALL TO ORDER Call to Order
Flo Robinson called the meeting to order at 6:33 pm.
AGENDA 1.0 Adoption of the Agenda
Kenneth King moved acceptance of the agenda as presented.
CARRIED
MINUTES 2.0 Approval of Minutes from November 17, 2021, Meeting
2.1 Organizational Minutes
Doreen Ternowetsky moved to approve the November 17, 2021
organizational meeting minutes as amended.
CARRIED
2.2 Regular Meeting Minutes
Michelle Lomond moved to approve the November 17, 2021 regular
meeting minutes as presented.
CARRIED
DELEGATION 3.0 Delegations
No delegations present.
FINANCIAL REPORT 4.0 Financial Summary
Barry Kletke moved to approve the Financial Report dated December 31,
2021 as presented.
CARRIED
BUSINESS ARISING 5.0 Business Arising from the Minutes
5.1 Sub-Committee Review
No formal decision was made regarding sub-committee composition at
this time. The item is to be reviewed at a future meeting. Flo Robinson
will continue to be the primary liaison with the clinic and will disperse
tasks to Dr. R&R Task Force members as required.
NEW BUSINESS 6.0 New Business
6.1 2022 Budget
The following budget amounts discussed.
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MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 16, 2022, KNEEHILL REGION DOCTOR
RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION TASK FORCE MEETING HELD AT THE
KNEEHILL COUNTY OFFICE, 1600 2ND STREET NE, THREE HILLS, ALBERTA.
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Miriam Kirk moved to approve the budget amounts as discussed.
CARRIED
CLINIC REPTS 7.0 Clinic and Committee Reports
7.1 Doctor’s Report – Dr. Erin Calhoun
Continuing efforts to recruit new doctors. A doctor may come for 3-month
assessment, but it has not been confirmed at this time.
Job posted on AHS website.
Locums continue to provide medical coverage for maternity leave, days
off, etc.
A Resident will be at the clinic for four months starting in March.
Some doctors have been getting calls regarding satellite clinics. Doctors
would like to know what communities expect if such a service was
offered. Ken King asked that a written list be compiled to provide
guidance to municipalities when considering assistance in setting up
satellite offices. Time allotment, infrastructure and monetary requirements
need to be considered.
Kenneth King moved to accept the report as information.
CARRIED
7.2 Recruitment and Retention Committee Report – Flo Robinson
Discussions during item 5.1 Sub-Committee Review covered general
information about the Sub-Committee.
No additional comments provided.
7.3 Kneehill Medical Clinic – Gert Knelsen
The clinic has recently received approval for a Mental Health Therapist
for the next three years.
Ultrasound services are ready to go in terms of the facility. Licensing is
still pending. Initially, the service will be provided for one day a week.
Doreen Ternowetsky moved to accept the report as information.
CARRIED
Item/Event 2022
Gifts (Christmas, Valentines, Easter,
Baby, etc.) $1,000.00
Meet and Greet Activities/Dinners $1,000.00
Appreciation BBQ $700.00
Red Deer (or Calgary) Resident visit $1,000.00
Conference $2,500.00
Incentives $40,000.00
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MINUTES OF THE FEBRUARY 16, 2022, KNEEHILL REGION DOCTOR
RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION TASK FORCE MEETING HELD AT THE
KNEEHILL COUNTY OFFICE, 1600 2ND STREET NE, THREE HILLS, ALBERTA.
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CORRESPONDENCE 8.0 Correspondence
8.1 RhPAP Update - January 10, 2022
8.2 RESIDE Information Session - February 16, 2022
Michelle Lomond moved to accept the correspondence for information.
CARRIED
DISCUSSION 9.0 Discussion Items
Based on feedback from other Council members in her municipality,
Miriam Kirk asked about recruiting ideas other than providing financial
incentives to doctors. Dr. R&R Members acknowledged that non-financial
incentives would be ideal; however, having the monetary incentives allow
our region to stay competitive with other regions who are also looking for
physicians. The Committee agrees a more personal connection may be
beneficial in attracting new doctors, but incentives are a major
consideration when a physician is determining where they will practice.
The Committee is open to ideas regarding what can be done to entice
doctors to come and stay in the area.
• Resource listing, including childcare services, community
facilities, events, employment services (for family members), etc.
• Family passes to municipal facilities, such as pools, arenas, etc.
• Student support…Focus on Residents in rural programs.
• Making a connection on a personal level through dinners, having
coffee, participating in shared interests, etc.
• Unique experiences. The region has a variety of events and
unique businesses. Tours, dinners, visiting a farm, camping, etc.
may be enjoyable for doctors and their families.
NEXT MTG 10.0 Next Meeting
The next Doctor Recruitment and Retention Committee meeting is
scheduled for April 20, 2022 at 6:30 pm.
11.0 Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 8:36 pm.
_____________________ __________________
Chairperson Recording Secretary
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
AGENDA ITEM #
10.0
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Version: 2022-01
Subject: Council Follow-up Action List
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 8, 2022
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council receive for information the Council Follow-up Action List as presented.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☒
Improving Fiscal
Sustainability Preserving Rural
Way of Life Pursing
Focused Growth Ensuring Comms
& Engagement Providing Good
Governance Level of
Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
To request Council’s acceptance of the Council Follow-Up Action List.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
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 & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
March 8, 2022 Council Follow Up Action List
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. To receive the report regarding the Council Follow-up Action List for information
2. Council provide further direction or required changes/amendments
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Version: 2022-01
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Update Action List and provide Council Follow-up Action list at the next Council meeting.
APPROVAL(S):
Choose an item.
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion
Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status
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.Mike Ziehr
The first of two
agreements has been
concluded. The second
will take place in late
2022.
20-Jul-21 288/21
Councillor King moved that Council direct administration that
once the County has the financial background regarding the
Three Hills East Water Delivery Options, that the County then
complete a public engagement with the residents. Christine Anderson Will take place in 2022
17-Aug-21 311/21
Councillor King moved that Council direct administration to
pursue the Three Hills East Water Feasibility Study as per the
proposal from the consultant, with funding from 2021
operating budget as a special project.John McKiernan
Information on various
options is being
developed for submission
to Council. Consultant
Personnel Change has
caused a delay by a couple
of weeks.
17-Aug-21 324/21
Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council declares the parcel
located at Plan 5591FI, Block 6, Lot 4 as surplus and directs
administration to sell the property as per the Disposition of
Surplus Lands Policy #16-16.Bill McKennan In Progress
28-Sep-21 355/21
Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council discuss long term
planning for Horseshoe Canyon at a future Committee of the
Whole meeting.Shelby Sherwick In Progress
21-Oct-21 366/21
Deputy Reeve McGhee moved that Council direct
administration to bring back more information on possible
opportunities for better recycling, including costs for hamlets
to have small bins, to a future Committee of the Whole
meeting.Complete John McKiernan
RFD coming to Counicl
February 22/22
09-Nov-21 465/21
Deputy Reeve King moved that as part of the 2022 budget
deliberations the Capital Mailing Project be included.Christine Anderson
Other program options are
being developed.
Discussion to take place
during budget.
14-Dec-21 502/21
Councillor Penner moved that Council accept this BCOMM
Presentation for information and request Administration to
come back at a future date with additional information.
08-Feb-22 12/22
Councillor McGhee moved that Council approves the
recommended “Option A” as shown in the Request for
Decision that reinforces the ability for the CAO or designate to
provide exemptions to Seasonal Road Bans for Agriculture
Industry traffic.Complete Mike Ziehr
08-Feb-22 13/22
Deputy Reeve King moved that Council direct Administration
to develop a policy that details the guidelines that will be
followed when administering a Road Ban Exemption request.Mike Ziehr
Proposed policy is being
developed and will be
presented at a future
Council meeting
08-Feb-22 18/22
Councillor Christie moved that Council nominates Leinweber
Farms Ltd. (Kurt & Tracy Leinweber) to receive the 2022 BMO
Calgary Stampede Farm Family Award as recommended by the
Agricultural Service Board.Shelby Sherwick
In progress, receipient
contacted, event date TBD
08-Feb-22 23/22
Councillor McGhee moved to direct administration to
contribute the PERC funds, if approved and received, to the
Revenue Stabilization Reserve.Marika Von Mirbach
Waiting on response from
government.
08-Feb-22 24/22
Councillor McGhee moved that Council Support the
Wheatland County Resolution to the Rural Municipalities of
Alberta Regarding Ensuring Landowners Remain Whole in
Contractual Agreements with Oil and Gas Companies in
principle.Complete Mike Haugen
Council Action Items
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Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion
Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status
Council Action Items
08-Feb-22 27/22
Councillor McGhee moved that Council request the Kneehill
Regional Partnership to clarify/strengthen wording contained
in the proposed Kneehill Medical Services Recruitment and
Retention Task Force Terms of Reference, specifically in the
areas of:
Subsidies to independent businesses
Termination of membership by a municipal member
Scope of recruitment activities
Strengthening of regional purpose Mike Haugen
08-Feb-22 32/22
Councillor Christie moved that Council authorize the Reeve to
sign the letter that was discussed in closed session for Mike
Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer, on behalf of Kneehill
County with one amendment.Complete
08-Feb-22 33/22
Deputy Reeve King moved that the Chief Administrative
Officer letter to Mike Haugen remain confidential in
accordance with FOIPPA Section 17 "disclosure harmful to
personal privacy".Complete
22-Feb-22 36/22
Deputy Reeve King moved that Council prior approves Option
2 in the 2022 Operating Budget and directs Administration to
provide recycling bin(s) at the Kneehill County Central Transfer
Site (Three Hills Transfer Site) for the purpose of a one-year
pilot project.Complete
Recycling Bins to arrive
April 1, 2022
22-Feb-22 37/22
Councillor McGhee moved that Council authorize
administration to temporarily increase the flow rate to
Sunterra Greenhouse until repairs have been completed. Complete
22-Feb-22 38/22
Deputy Reeve King moved that Council appoint the following
as Fire Guardians for the issuance of Fire Permits to March 31,
2023: • Three Hills Fire Department: Ken Cinnamon, Bob Leuf
• Acme Fire Department: Brian Fradgley, Bert Jackson, John
Tersteeg • Carbon Fire Department: Jody Kranzler, Dan
Balderson, Jordan Reed, Jeremy Kranzler, Marty Morgan •
Linden Fire Department: Kenton Klassen, Shawn Klassen,
Carson Reimer, Max Penner • Torrington Fire Department:
Doug Fretz, Jason Michielsen, Derek Benedict • Trochu Fire
Department: Richard Hoppins, Alan Adam, Lawrence Hogg •
Kneehill County: Director of Community Services, Manager of
Protective Services, Rural Fire Chief And further, should any of
the appointed Fire Guardians leave their respective fire
department, or leave their position at Kneehill County, their
appointment will be automatically revoked. Complete
22-Feb-22 39/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council rescind Policy 4-1 Use of
Equipment (Fire).Complete
22-Feb-22 40/22
Councillor McGhee moved that Council approve the new 2022
Policing Priorities for Kneehill County as:
Rural Crime Prevention
Safety through programs and workshops
Presence in rural communities
Road Safety
Working with Community Peace Officers in delivery of
enforcement and public safety education Complete
22-Feb-22 41/22
Councillor McGhee moved that Council agrees to entering a
Tax Deferral Payment Agreement with Perisson Petroleum Ltd.
for the payment of 2019-2021 tax arrears and the 2022 levy;
for the period of January 31, 2022, to November 30, 2023.Complete
22-Feb-22 42/22
Councillor Christie moved that Administration cancels the
2020 & 2021 penalties and that no further penalties will be
assessed during the term of the Agreement.Complete
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Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion
Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status
Council Action Items
22-Feb-22 43/22
Deputy Reeve King moved that Council approve the 2022 Tax
Sale Public Auction be held on Thursday, May 26, 2022, at 2:00
p.m. at the County Administration Office.Complete
22-Feb-22 44/22
Deputy Reeve King moved that Council provide the Town of
Trochu letters of support as requested for capital grant
applications for the Trochu Seniors Supportive Living Facility
Project.Complete
22-Feb-22 45/22
Councillor Penner moved that Council receive for information
the Strategic Planning Presentations, as presented.Complete
22-Feb-22 47/22
Councillor Cunningham moved that Council send a letter of
concern to the Minister of Health regarding Kneehill County’s
concern with the length of response time for ambulance
services in rural Alberta.Complete
22-Feb-22 49/22 Councillor Fobes moved that Council decline the invitation
with the RCMP K Division during the RMA Conference.Complete
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AMENDMENT SUMMARY
Council Meeting Date: March 8, 2022
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:
No additions were made to the agenda
Package:
Under 6.2- 2022 Operating and Capital Budget Deliberations
Appendix A: Summary of Base Budget Changes
Appendix B: Budget Tracking Schedule
Appendix C: Administration’s Further Recommendations
Appendix D: One-Time Project Funding Requests
Appendix E: New Initiatives
Appendix F: Subsequent Budget Requests
Appendix G: Capital Budget Investments
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