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2022.05.24 Council Package adopted
COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA 1600-2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 May 24, 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 May 10, 2022 3.0 Appointments 3.1 Delegation - Kneehill Regional Family & Community Support Services, Shelley Jackson Barry @ 8:33 a.m. 3.2 Delegation- Strategic Steps, Ian McCormick @ 9:00 a.m., Agenda Item 7.2 3.3 Delegation- Accurate Assessment, Troy Birtles @ 10:00 a.m. 4.0 Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment 4.1 Three Hills Cruise Water Truck Request 5.0 Community Services 5.1 Planning 5.1.1 Road Closure - Undeveloped Road Allowance North of Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A 5.1.2 Encroachment Agreement Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A 5.2 Agricultural Service Board & Parks 5.2.1 Horseshoe Canyon Pilot Branding Program 5.3 Protective Services No Report 5.4 Economic Development No Report 6.0 Corporate Services No Report 7.0 New and Unfinished Business 7.1 Marigold Library Agreement and Schedule C 7.2 Draft Strategic Plan @ 9:00 a.m. 1 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted May 24, 2022 Council Meeting Agenda Page 2 of 2 8.0 Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business 8.1 Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services 8.2 Accurate Assessment 9.0 Council and Committee Reports 9.1 Community Futures Wildrose 10.0 Council Follow-up Action List 11.0 Closed Session 12.0 Motions from Closed Session 2 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 1 ________ Initials MINUTES OF THE MAY 10, 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 of Infrastructure Mike Ziehr ASB and Parks Manager Shelby Sherwick Tax Clerk Caroline Siverson Manager of Planning and Development Barb Hazelton Recording Secretary Carolyn Van der Kuil CALL TO ORDER Reeve Wittstock in the Chair Reeve Wittstock called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. AGENDA 1.0 Agenda 1.1 Additions to the Agenda Additions under Corporate Services 6.1 Bylaw 1855- 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw Revised Additions under Council and Committee Reports 9.2 Doctor Recruitment & Retention Taskforce ADOPTION OF AGENDA 1.2 Adoption of Agenda 163/22 Councillor Christie moved approval of the agenda as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MINUTES 2.0 Minutes 2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of April 26, 2022 164/22 Deputy Reeve King moved approval of the April 26, 2022 Council Meeting minutes as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 10, 2022 2 _________ Initials INFRASTRUCTURE 4.0 Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment 4.1 Spec Crude Dust Suppression Rates 165/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council approve the Spec Crude rate at $61.17 per metre as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY COMMUNITY SERVICES 5.0 Community Services AG SERVICES 5.2 Agricultural Service Board and Parks 5.2.1 ASB Weed and Pest Inspector Appointments 166/22 Councillor Christie moved that Council appoints for the term of their employment with Kneehill County Jacob Robertson, Emily McArthur, and William Hoppins, as Weed and Pest Inspectors and Soil Conservation Officers for Kneehill County under the Alberta Weed Control, Soil Conservation, and Agricultural Pest Acts. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY CORPORATE SERV 6.0 Corporate Services 6.1 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw Revised 167/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw #1855 that being a bylaw for the 2022 Tax Rates. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 168/22 Councillor Christie moved that second reading be given to Bylaw #1855. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 169/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council give unanimous consent to hold third reading to Bylaw #1855. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 170/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that third reading be given to Bylaw #1855. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY COUNCIL REPORTS 9.0 Council and Committee Reports 9.1 Councillor McGhee provided a report on the following events she attended: • Marigold Library • Central Alberta Economic Development 9.2 Doctor Recruitment and Retention Taskforce- A written report was provided by Deputy Reeve King. 171/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council receive the Council and Committee reports for information, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 10, 2022 3 _________ Initials COUNCIL ACT LIST 10.0 Council Follow-Up Action List 172/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council receive for information the Council Follow-Up Action List as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY CLOSED SESSION 11.0 Closed Session 173/22 Councillor Fobes moved that Council convene in Closed Session to discuss: • Advice from Officials pursuant to Section 24-FOIP, • Personnel pursuant to Section 17 & 19- FOIP, • Intergovernmental Relations Section 21-FOIP, at 8:51 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 174/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council return to open meeting at 9:39 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9:40 a.m. – meeting recessed to allow return of public. 9:40 a.m. - meeting resumed. The Chair called for a recess at 9:41 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 10:00 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. APPOINTMENTS 3.0 Appointments 3.1 Bylaw 1853 Redesignation – Agriculture District to Light Industrial District 175/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that the Public Hearing for Bylaw #1853 be opened at 10:00 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Person(s) who presented: Barb Hazelton, Kneehill County, Planning and Development Officer Mark Blackie, Trimble Engineering John Lee, Fire Technology, Facility Engineer McKenzie Coons, Patching Associates Acoustical Engineering Greg Badden, Fire Technology Person(s) who spoke/Letters: Pam Beauchmap Steven Reimer 5 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted COUNCIL MINUTES OF MAY 10, 2022 4 _________ Initials DISPOSITION OF DELEGATION BUSINESS 8.0 Disposition of Delegation Business & Public Hearing Business 8.1 Bylaw 1853 Redesignation – Agriculture District to Light Industrial District 177/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council move second reading of proposed Bylaw 1853 for the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SE-28-32-26-W4 from Agriculture District to Light Industrial District. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 178/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council move third reading of proposed Bylaw 1853 for the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SE-28-32-26-W4 from Agriculture District to Light Industrial District. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ADJOURNMENT Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 11:03 a.m. ________________________ Jerry Wittstock Reeve _______________________ Mike Haugen CAO 176/22 Councillor Christie moved that the Public Hearing for Bylaw #1853 be closed at 10:55 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 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. 7 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 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? 8 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 9 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Agenda Accurate Assessment Group Ltd. Highlights of the Municipality’s Assessment 10 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted FOUNDED IN 1997 11 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Where We are Located Head Office 12 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted AAG’s Client Partners ✓17 Rural Municipalities ✓7 Cities ✓7 Towns ✓8 Metis Settlements 13 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 14 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Residential AssessorKrisMeadows, AMAA Farmland Assessment Specialist Assessment Specialist Assessment Specialist Assessment Manager Residential Assessor Residential Assessor Residential Assessor Bob Daudelin, AMAA Kurt Hartman Troy Birtles, AMAA Josh McMillan Jesse Nelson Cory Allen Sean Cosens, Bsc. Ag Non-Residential FarmlandResidential 15 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 2020 Compared to 2021 Assessment 2020 2021 Difference Totals Totals $% Residential $515,116,700 $542,532,350 $27,415,650 105% Non-Residential $94,460,470 $101,321,830 $6,861,360 107% Designated Industrial Property (DIP)$328,308,080 $319,448,850 ($8,859,230)97% Linear $852,255,420 $852,104,670 ($150,750)100% Farmland $151,709,800 $151,707,100 ($2,700)100% Exempt $249,770,260 $307,087,320 $57,317,060 123% Grand Total:$2,191,620,730 $2,274,202,120 $82,581,390 104% 16 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Assessment Class History Comparison $- $200,000,000 $400,000,000 $600,000,000 $800,000,000 $1,000,000,000 $1,200,000,000 To t a l A s s e s s m e n t Assessment Class 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 17 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Assessment Total History Compare $2,100,000,000 $2,150,000,000 $2,200,000,000 $2,250,000,000 $2,300,000,000 $2,350,000,000 $2,400,000,000 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 To t a l A s s e s s m e n t Assessment Year 18 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Range Properties % -25% to -100% -10% to -25% -1% to -10% No Change 1% to 10% 10% to 25% 25% to 100% Over 100% New Roll #’s Inactive Roll #’s 71 51 674 5,355 1,971 391 39 42 26 47 0.8% 0.6% 7.8% 61.8% 22.7% 4.5% 0.4% 0.5% 0.3% 0.5% Total Properties 8,667 100% Taxable Assessment Change Compare by % 97% 19 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Range Properties % Over -$1,000,000 -$100,000 to -$999,999 -$25,000 to -$99,999 -$10,000 to -$24,999 -$1,000 to -$9,999 -$999 to $999 $1,000 to $9,999 $10,000 to $24,999 $25,000 to $99,999 $100,000 to $999,999 Over $1,000,000 New Roll #’s Inactive Roll #’s 7 47 60 73 452 5,651 1,308 740 178 73 5 26 47 0.1% 0.5% 0.7% 0.8% 5.2% 65.2% 15.1% 8.5% 2.1% 0.8% 0.1% 0.3% 0.5% Total Properties 8,667 100% Taxable Assessment Change Compare by $ 94% 20 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted New Roll #’s & Permit Comparison New Roll #’s Summary 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Residential/Non-Res 32 33 21 26 15 Development Permit 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 Development Permits 85 63 50 91 75 21 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Overview (NOT including Industrial or Linear) Residential (Rural)Growth Inflation Three Hills Area 1.7% Increase 0.00%1.70% Rural North 4.5% Increase 1.30%3.20% Rural South West 5.5% Increase 2.10%3.40% Rural East 3.3% Increase 0.15%3.15% Hamlets 9.8% Decrease 2.20%7.60% Total 5.4% Increase 1.80%3.60% 22 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Overview (NOT including Industrial or Linear) Residential Growth 2019 2020 2021 New Construction $7.6M (1.6%)$7.9M (1.5%)$8.5M (1.5%) Residential Inflation 2019 2020 2021 Market Change $18.2M (3.75%)-$1.3M (-0.25%)$19.0M (3.4%) 23 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Residential / Non-Residential Re-inspection Cycle 24 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Moving Forward –Residential / Non-Residential Continue with Global Inspections concentrating on the Trochu area All new construction to be reviewed Negative effects of COVID were not as bad as originally predicted.We will continue to monitor into 2022 25 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Harry Schmidt, AMAA Industrial Assessment Specialist Industrial Manager Industrial Assessor Industrial Assessor Industrial Assessor Sean Barrett, AMAA Kent Smith, AMAA Chad Nelson, AMAA Steve Sawatsky, AMAA Ray Fortin,AMAA Industrial Assessment Team Ally Dittrick, AMAA Chris Smith, AMAA Industrial Coordinator Industrial Assessor Specialty Assessment Services 26 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Non-Designated Industrial Property •On an annual basis the Industrial Assessment Team maintains the assessments for Non- Designated Industrial Property. •These are industrial properties not regulated by the Alberta Energy Regulator, the Canadian Energy Regulator, or the Alberta Utilities Commission •In Kneehill County, examples of Non-Designated Industrial Property include (but not limited to): •Grain Terminals •Fertilizer Blending Facilities •Meat Processing Facilities •Bitcoin Operations •Honey Processing Plants •MDF Facilities •AAG utilizing our team of specialized industrial assessors provide these services annually to the municipality. 27 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted *Please Note –The above totals exclude Linear Assessment Historical DIP Assessment Comparison -$50,000,000 $0 $50,000,000 $100,000,000 $150,000,000 $200,000,000 $250,000,000 $300,000,000 $350,000,000 $400,000,000 $450,000,000 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021To t a l A s s e s s m e n t V a l u e ( $ ) Assessment Year Increase/Decrease in DIP Assessment Total DIP Assessment 28 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Designated Industrial Property Updates •As council and administration may be aware; in October 2020 the Government of Alberta announced they would not be implementing any of the scenarios from the assessment model review. Rather it was decided to implement several short-term initiatives intended to enhance oil and gas industry competitiveness. •The initiatives focus on municipal property assessment and taxation and are intended as an alternative to the more substantial changes that were proposed in the assessment model review. •While these initiatives will have significant financial impacts on many municipalities, they will be less than impacts resulting from the changes to the assessment model that were considered as part of the review process earlier this year. •Most of the initiatives will be in effect for three years, which is intended to provide time for further consultation on the modernization of Alberta’s assessment model for regulated oil and gas properties. •Therefore, municipalities can expect a re-engagement of another attempt at an assessment model review for regulated property in the near future. 29 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Designated Industrial Property Updates The initiatives include the following: Well Drilling Equipment Tax •Elimination of the Well Drilling Equipment Tax (WDET) beginning in 2021. This elimination is expected to be permanent. Low Producing Wells •Three-year assessment reduction on low-producing wells. This reduction will be implemented through changes to Schedule D of the Alberta Linear Property Assessment Minister’s Guidelines. •Continuation of the shallow gas well and associated pipeline assessment reduction that was introduced in 2019. This will continue to be applied for the 2021 to 2024 tax year. New Wells and Pipelines •Three-year property tax holiday on all new wells and pipelines. Beginning in the 2022 property tax year, new wells and pipelines will not be taxed until the 2025 tax year. Therefore, the tax holiday applies to the 2022, 2023, and 2024 tax years. For more information on the previous assessment model review, assessment and tax initiatives, and/or municipal advocacy please visit the Rural Municipalities of Alberta website https://rmalberta.com 30 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted QUESTIONS? 31 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 32 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 4.1 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-01 Subject: Three Hills Cruise Water Truck Request Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure Presented By: Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council accept the request as 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)- N/A Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Kneehill County has received a request from the Three Hills Cruise Committee to supply a water truck, operator and 60,000L of water to fill plastic barriers for the planned drag races to take place on June 4-5 at the Three Hills airport. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Kneehill County has a tanker trailer capable of legally hauling approximately 16 m3 of water. The trailer is currently being utilized for applying dust suppression (calcium) on County roads. The trailer could be filled from the Public Works shop water service. This trailer and hose may also require some fabrication to be able to fill the plastic barriers. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The cost estimate for supplying water, labour, and equipment to fill the barriers is as follows: Water Supply 60m3 @ $3.35/m3 $201 Water Truck and Operator 8 hours @ $223/hr $1,784 Misc. fittings to modify trailer $150 Total $2,135 33 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 4.1 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-01 RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Public Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Letter of Request COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council approve the recommended motion as presented. 2. That Council not approve the recommended motion as presented. 3. That Council suggest alternate options for the motion. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: If Council approves the request, staff will contact the Three Hills Cruise Committee and coordinate the water delivery. APPROVAL(S): Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure Approved- ☒ Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 34 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted To the KneeHill County Council Greetings Council Men and Council Women, as you are aware, the Three Hills Cruise Committee is hosting our annual 1/8th mile drag races at the Three Hills Airport June 4th and 5th. In order to operate this event as safely as possible we rely on barricades that line the track as a first line of safety, in the event of a mishap with a race car. These barricades are filled with water and interlocked together. Due to some unforeseen circumstances, some of the trucks that we regularly use from small businesses in the area to fill these barricades are unavailable this year. We were hoping that the County would be generous enough to supply us with a water truck or trailer with driver to help us fill these barricades for our event on June 4th. It takes close to 60,000L of water to fill all the barricades. Your help would be greatly appreciated as we look to bring this great event back to Three Hills after a two year hiatus. Three Hills Cruise Committee President Tyler McLim Email tylermclim@gmail.com 35 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.1 Page 1 of 3 Version: 2022-01 Subject: Road Closure - Undeveloped Road Allowance North of Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer RECOMMENDED MOTION: 1. Council give First Reading of Bylaw 1856 for the road closure of the portion of undeveloped road allowance between the south half of 28-30-26 W4 and north of the Portion of NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A. 2. Council set a public hearing for June 14, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. as per Section 22 and 230 of the Municipal Government Act. 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 22 Road Closure Municipal Government Act Section 230 Public Hearings Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: The landowners, Karl Westermann and Bobbie Bray-Westermann, have approached the County in their desire to purchase the undeveloped road allowance directly north of their acreage (Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A). They wish to build an accessory building, west of their existing yardsite. Due to the odd shape of their acreage, the flattest and most developable area would be within the undeveloped road allowance. The undeveloped road allowance will never be developed into a road as Township Road 30-4 diverts around this parcel of land due to the uneven topography. This portion of road was known as the Linden West Project when it was paved in 2003. This road has a 100 foot right of way. Closure of the proposed undeveloped road allowance will not interfere with legal access to any other parcels. Should Council and subsequently the Minister of Transportation approve the closure, it would be requested of the applicant to survey, purchase and consolidate the portion of the road allowance into the existing acreage. This will increase the acreage from 17.66 acres to 22.6 +/- acres. 36 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.1 Page 2 of 3 Version: 2022-01 Council has approved similar situations in Wimborne and Hesketh with not as much land as exists in this situation. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Road Closures are governed by the Municipal Government Act Section 22, which states that a road must be closed by bylaw, must be advertised and must be approved by the Minister of Transportation prior to receiving second reading. Notices will be sent to adjacent landowners within a mile and referral agencies. Referral agencies notified include internal Kneehill County Departments. This process is similar to a Public Hearing for a Land Use Bylaw Amendment. A person who claims to be deemed affected must be given an opportunity to be heard by Council. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: Costs to the applicant will be as follows: 1. Apprlication fee as set out by Council ($1,000.00) 2. All costs associated with Transfer of Land (Survey, Transfer Documents, Registration etc.) 3. Appraisal Fee (Kneehill County will request an appraisal from our Assessment Department. It will be up to the Applicant to use Kneeill County’s value or hire an outside appraiser.) 4. Purchase cost of road allowance. Costs to the County will include referrals, advertisements, and hosting public hearing. Once the undeveloped road allowance has been consolidated and registered with Land Titles, there will be no ongoing annual operating costs. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public- Two Way Communication) Tools: Public Hearing Other: ATTACHMENTS: Bylaw 1856 Site Plan COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Council give First Reading of Bylaw 1856 to pursue the road closure of the portion of undeveloped road allowance between the south half of 28-30-26 W4 and north of the Portion of NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A. 2. Council set a public hearing be set for June 14, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. as per Section 22 and 230 of the Municipal Government Act. 3. Council provide an alternate date or time for the public hearing. 4. Council request more information prior to scheduling the public hearing. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will ensure the required notifications and advertisements are done in preparation for the Public Hearing as per Section 22 and 230 of the Municipal Government Act. 37 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.1 Page 3 of 3 Version: 2022-01 APPROVAL(S): Choose an item. Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 38 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted BYLAW NO 1856 ROAD CLOSURE BYLAW – UNDEVELOPED ROAD ALLOWANCE NORTH OF PTN. NW 21-30-26 W4 PLAN 931 0847 BLOCK A A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLOSING TO PUBLIC TRAVEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 22 OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT, CHAPTER M26.1 REVISED STATUTES OF ALBERTA 2000, AS AMENDED WHEREAS the lands hereafter described are no longer required for public travel, and WHEREAS application has been made to Council to have the road allowance closed, and WHEREAS the Council of Kneehill County deems it expedient to provide for a bylaw for the purpose of closing to public travel certain roads, or portions thereof, situated in the said municipality, and therefore disposing of same, and WHEREAS notice of the intention of Council to pass a bylaw has been given in accordance with Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, and WHEREAS Council was not petitioned for an opportunity to be heard by any person claiming to be prejudicially affected by the bylaw NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of Kneehill County, in the Province of Alberta does hereby close to public travel for the purpose of creating title to the following described road allowance, subject to right of access granted by other legislation: 1. The description for the Road Closure for the portion of Government Allowance along the North Boundary of Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A as shown outlined in red on the sketch is as follows: 39 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Bylaw No. 1856, Road Closure Bylaw – Undeveloped Road Allowance North of Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Pl 9310847 Blk A Page 2 of 4 PART ONE INTRODUCTION 1. TITLE This Bylaw shall be known as the “ROAD CLOSURE BYLAW – UNDEVELOPED ROAD ALLOWANCE NORTH OF PTN. NW 21-30-26 W4 PLAN 931 0847 BLOCK”. 2. DEFINITIONS In this bylaw the following words and phrases mean: “Council” means the Council of Kneehill County. PART TWO TRANSITION 3. SEVERABILITY (1) If a portion of this bylaw is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the invalid portion will be voided, and the rest of the bylaw remains valid and effective. 4. EFFECTIVE DATE (1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading of this bylaw. READ a first time on this 24th day of May, 2022. PUBLIC HEARING held on the 14th day of June, 2022 at 10:00 a.m. 40 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Bylaw No. 1856, Road Closure Bylaw – Undeveloped Road Allowance North of Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Pl 9310847 Blk A Page 3 of 4 Reeve Jerry Wittstock Date Bylaw Signed Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen APPROVED this day of , 2022. Minister of Transportation READ a second time on this day of , 2022. UNANIMOUS permission for third reading given in Council on the day of , 2022. READ a third time and final time of this day of , 2022. 41 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Bylaw No. 1856, Road Closure Bylaw – Undeveloped Road Allowance North of Ptn. 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Kneehill County Date Created: 5/17/2022 43 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.2 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-01 Subject: Encroachment Agreement Ptn. NW 21-30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council authorize Administration to enter into encroachment agreement between Kneehill County and the landowners’ of Plan 931 0847 Block A, to allow development of a temporary accessory building within the undeveloped road allowance adjacent to the north property line. 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) Land Use Bylaw 1808 Section 18(1)(c) Permitted Use Applications Land Use Bylaw 1808 Section 91(a) Accessory Building Permitted Use Land Use Bylaw 1808 Section 91(4)(b)(c)(d) Siting Regulations BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Karl Westermann and Bobbie Bray-Westermann are the owners of the property located on Ptn. NW 21- 30-26 W4 Plan 931 0847 Block A. They have applied to close the adjacent undeveloped road allowance north of their property. Unfortunately, this can be a very long process. The landowners have asked if Kneehill County would allow them to place a temporary accessory building on a portion of the undeveloped road allowance. Due to the lay of their land, the developable area is limited and they would like to construct a tarp building to store hay. This building would not have a permanent foundation, just pegged. An encroachment agreement with Kneehill County, would allow them to place their accessory building within a portion of the road allowance. Once the road is closed, the encroachment agreement could be removed. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Administration sees no disadvantages of allowing an encroachment agreement. It is unlikely the road closure will not be successful if Council is supportive. 44 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.1.2 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-01 The landowners’ will still be required to apply for a development permit for the temporary structure. The encroachment agreement will stay in effect until the portion of land involved in the road closure is owned by Karl Westermann and Bobbie Bray-Westermann. Praise should be given to the landowners’ for making this request prior to building, as often this has not been the case. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The only financial implication is that of creating the encroachment agreement and the cost of caveating and registering it to title. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Tentative Site Plan COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council allow Administration to draft an encroachment agreement between Kneehill County and the landowners’ of Plan 931 0847 Block A, to allow development of a temporary accessory building within the undeveloped road allowance adjacent the north property line. 2. That Council not accept an encroachment agreement and thus not allowing the development within the road allowance until the undeveloped road allowance has been consolidated and owned by the landowners. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: An encroachment agreement will be drafted if Council approves. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 45 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 46 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.2.1 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Horseshoe Canyon Pilot Branding Program Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Shelby Sherwick, Manager of Parks and Agricultural Services Presented By: Shelby Sherwick, Manager of Parks and Agricultural Services RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council approves the presented Horseshoe Canyon branded materials for sale by staff or by third party operators as a pilot branding program for 2022. 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: N/A BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: The concept of branding for Horseshoe Canyon has been presented previously as part of the Horseshoe Canyon brand identity discussion, in the Horseshoe Canyon Masterplan, and as part of the Horseshoe Canyon Focus Group’s recommendations. The Horseshoe Canyon Focus Group met for 7 meetings from November 2020 to March 2021, and final recommendations were presented to Council in April 2021. The purpose of the Focus Group was to assist with and make recommendations to Kneehill County Council on matters related to Horseshoe Canyon, which will help guide future initiatives through the review of the Horseshoe Canyon Master Plan and its key recommendations as well as supporting documents and data. One of the Horseshoe Canyon Focus Group’s Strategies to Consider first was: develop a compelling brand and logo to use in all aspects of Canyon promotions and operations and sell merchandise on-site. This recommendation along with other recommendations from the Focus Group was presented to Council at the May 17, 2022 Committee of the Whole Meeting. This would be from the 2022 Budget under Horseshoe Canyon initiatives. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: At the May 17, 2022 Committee of the Whole Meeting, it was moved that the Committee of the Whole recommends to Council to consider a pilot branding program for Horseshoe Canyon for 2022. The presented materials incorporate Council’s feedback as provided at the May 17th COW Meeting. Benefits to implementing this as a pilot include the continued implementation of the Horseshoe Canyon Focus Group’s Recommended Strategies, exploration of further potential revenue and promotion 47 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 5.2.1 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 opportunities for the Horseshoe Canyon site, and establishment of brand identity at the site for potential future Horseshoe Canyon initiatives. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: This initiative would be funded from the 2022 Budget – Horseshoe Canyon initiatives. There will be no additional staffing implications. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Presentation – branded items COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council approves the presented Horseshoe Canyon branded materials for sale by staff or by third party operators as a pilot branding program for 2022. 2. That Council receives as information. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: This initiative will be implemented for the 2022 season, and a report will be brought back to Council as part of the end of season 2022 Horseshoe Canyon Pay Parking presentation. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 48 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.1 Page 1 of 3 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Marigold Library Agreement and Schedule C Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator RECOMMENDED MOTION: 1. That Council approve the revised Marigold Library agreement as presented. 2. That Council approve the per capita levy rates listed on the revised Marigold Library Schedule “C”, 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)- Alberta Library’s Act and Legislation Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Kneehill County has been a member of the Marigold Library System since March 11, 2006. Prior to that Kneehill County residents had to pay for their library memberships. Residents of the County can access library services free of charge at any Marigold Library. The libraries that are in the region include, Acme, Linden, Carbon, Three Hills and Trochu. There is also a book pick up/drop off in Torrington. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Marigold has forwarded Kneehill County a newly revised Marigold Agreement. The last agreement we signed was from 2008. The Changes that were made to this new agreement include: • The “Ownership of Property,” section of the Agreement was changed to state that books, periodicals and library materials transferred (assigned) to a member library by Marigold will remain the property of that library or municipality, rather than the Marigold Board. • Another important change was the reference to the ‘Government of Alberta’ for current municipal populations. This is because the responsibility for reporting populations has recently shifted from Municipal Affairs to Treasury, and this could change again. 49 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.1 Page 2 of 3 Version: 2022-02 • Language was added on pages 2 and 6 of the Agreement to strengthen the importance of our municipal member collaborative. Marigold exists because 43 municipalities have chosen to form a collaborative, called Marigold Library System, to provide affordable public library services to municipal residents. Expanded service descriptions were also added to Clause 28 in the revised Agreement. • A statement was inserted to allow Marigold to negotiate a separate service contract with a governing entity that is not covered by the Libraries Act, such as a First Nations Reserve or Redwood Meadows (Clause 41). • Definitions were updated and relocated to the beginning of the Agreement. A map was added in Schedule B, and there were minor wording changes throughout for consistency and clarity. Marigold also provided us with a revised Schedule “C” for approval. The Schedule “C”, is an amendment to the Marigold Agreement that outlines the per capita levy rate for municipalities and library boards. Both the revised Marigold Agreement and the Schedule “C” need to be signed and sent to Marigold before September 30, 2022. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: Marigold is proposing that they increase their levy rate from $10.74 to $10.85 in 2023 and $10.96 in 2024. Marigold has not had a levy rate increase in the past three years. Year Levy Rate Population Amt Paid Users 2018 10.26 5001 $51,310.26 777 2019 10.50 5001 $52,510.50 778 2020 10.74 5001 $53,710.74 722 2021 10.74 5001 $53,710.74 705 2022 10.74 5057 $54,312.18 n/a 2023 10.85 5057 est $54,868.45 n/a 2024 10.96 5057 est $55,424.72 n/a RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: New Marigold Agreement Updated Schedule “C” levy rates Schedule “C” Fact Sheet 50 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.1 Page 3 of 3 Version: 2022-02 COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Approve Marigold Agreement and Schedule “C”. 2. Direct Administration for further information. 3. Receive for Information. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: If approved by Council, Administration would get documents signed and sent off to Marigold Library. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 51 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted www.marigold.ab.ca MARIGOLD LIBRARY SYSTEM • 710 2nd St • Strathmore AB T1P 1K4 • 403.934.5334 • 1.855.934.5334 April 20, 2022 Reeve Jerry F. Wittstock PO Box 400 Three Hills AB T0M 2A0 Dear Reeve Wittstock, RE: Enclosed documents from Marigold: revised Agreement and Schedule C Please find enclosed two document packages for review by your Council. Both of these documents require signing before September 30, 2022. 1) Revised Marigold Agreement 2) Marigold per capita levy rates for 2023 & 2024 (Schedule C) If you have questions or would like more information, please contact your Marigold Library Board representative and/or Marigold Headquarters: 1-855-934-5334 or michelle@marigold.ab.ca. Marigold Library System exists to advocate for and support public library service delivery in all its communities, large and small, urban and rural. We believe that public library services inspire and galvanize strong communities along with greater civic engagement and cohesion. Forty-three municipalities have committed to forming a membership collaborative called Marigold Library System to provide support for libraries and residents in your community. Our mission is to cultivate a collaborative and inclusive library community to support a range of responsive, quality library services. Just as important are the many personal benefits that come with affordable library services. The provincial government has deemed library services to be essential to daily living. Marigold and our member libraries collaborate to provide life sustaining services for people of all ages, including those in vulnerable groups. During difficult financial times with high unemployment, the public uses and depends on library service more than ever. Libraries and library systems support parents and children who are home schooling, the elderly and isolated, residents with disabilities, newcomers, and people with poor Internet and/or no computer devices to name a few. Public libraries will continue to be important civic institutions that your residents cherish. For an overview of Marigold’s philosophy and services, please view this two-minute YouTube video: https://youtu.be/FC0VNG9xpbQ 52 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted www.marigold.ab.ca MARIGOLD LIBRARY SYSTEM • 710 2nd St • Strathmore AB T1P 1K4 • 403.934.5334 • 1.855.934.5334 Thank you for your attention to these important documents. We look forward to hearing from you before September 30, 2022. Sincerely, Y. Michelle Toombs, CEO Marigold Library System cc. Marigold Board members Att. Marigold Library System Agreement Schedule C documents 53 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted www.marigold.ab.ca MARIGOLD LIBRARY SYSTEM • B 1000 Pine Street • Strathmore AB T1P 1C1 • 403.934.5334 • 1.855.934.5334 April 20, 2022 Reeve Jerry F. Wittstock PO Box 400 Three Hills AB T0M 2A0 Dear Reeve Wittstock, RE: Revised Marigold Agreement for Council Approval Please find enclosed the revised Marigold Agreement that we are asking your Council to review, approve and sign before September 30, 2022. A covering letter and separate package with the Marigold per capita levy rates for 2023 and 2024 is also included for Council approval. When the revised Marigold Agreement and the ‘Schedule C’ levy document have both been approved, the two documents will be merged into the final version of the Marigold Agreement. All the clauses in the revised Marigold Agreement align with Alberta’s Libraries Act and Regulation, and with the current Marigold Library Board policies and practices. Changes in the revised Agreement were informed by extensive research and consultation, including a review of other Alberta library system agreements, historical versions of the Marigold Agreement and applicable legislation. Consultants at the Public Library Services Branch (PLSB) of Municipal Affairs provided legislative advice and help with content and wording. Changes to the revised Marigold Agreement include: • The “Ownership of Property,” section of the Agreement was changed to state that books, periodicals and library materials transferred (assigned) to a member library by Marigold will remain the property of that library or municipality, rather than the Marigold Board. • Another important change was the reference to the ‘Government of Alberta’ for current municipal populations. This is because the responsibility for reporting populations has recently shifted from Municipal Affairs to Treasury, and this could change again. • Language was added on pages 2 and 6 of the Agreement to strengthen the importance of our municipal member collaborative. Marigold exists because 43 municipalities have chosen to form a collaborative, called Marigold Library System, to provide affordable public library services to municipal residents. Expanded service descriptions were also added to Clause 28 in the revised Agreement. • A statement was inserted to allow Marigold to negotiate a separate service contract with a governing entity that is not covered by the Libraries Act, such as a First Nations Reserve or Redwood Meadows (Clause 41). 54 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted www.marigold.ab.ca MARIGOLD LIBRARY SYSTEM • B 1000 Pine Street • Strathmore AB T1P 1C1 • 403.934.5334 • 1.855.934.5334 • Definitions were updated and relocated to the beginning of the Agreement. A map was added in Schedule B, and there were minor wording changes throughout for consistency and clarity. What is not changing is the statement in the revised Agreement explaining the conditions for approval. 60% of Marigold’s member Municipalities, including those municipalities representing 60% of the population, must approve and sign the Marigold Agreement for the Agreement to go into effect. Please contact me if you have comments and questions or require more information. Thank you for your attention to this important document. We look forward to hearing from you before September 30, 2022. Sincerely, Michelle Toombs CEO, Marigold Library System Enclosed: An Agreement by and between the parties comprising Marigold Library System (Draft) 55 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted An Agreement by and between the parties comprising Marigold Library System January 1, 1984 Amended January 1, 1995 Amended April 15, 2000 Amended August 2002 Amended November 1, 2002 Amended June 20, 2007 Amended April 22, 2008 Amended August 1, 2008 Amended January 29, 2022 56 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Table of contents Page Introduction 2 Name 4 Operation 4 The Marigold Library Board 4 Powers and duties of Library Boards 5 Financial 5 Services provided by Marigold Board 6 Expansion of Marigold 7 Reports 7 Ownership of property 7 Withdrawal and termination 7 Extension 8 Amendment 8 Entire Agreement 8 Execution in Counterpart 8 Authorization of parties to the Agreement 9 Parties to the Agreement Schedule A Map of Marigold Library System Boundary Schedule B Requisition by the Marigold Board Schedule C 57 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 2 An Agreement by and between the parties comprising the Marigold Library System (hereinafter referred to as “this Agreement”) This Agreement is made as of the 1st day of January 1984, with amendments to August 1, 2008, between such of the Municipalities, Improvement Districts and Special Areas contained in Schedule A as have appropriately ratified, endorsed and executed this Agreement or terms identical to this Agreement. BECAUSE the Libraries Act and Regulation R.S.A. 2000 Chap. L-11, as amended, hereinafter referred as “the Act” provides: a) that a Municipality, Improvement District, Special A rea, Métis settlement or school authority may enter into an agreement to associate with one or more such organizations to establish, maintain and operate a Library System, b) for a Library System board so established to be a corporation as set out in the Act and c) that the Minister may make a grant upon the establishment of the Library System and may thereafter make annual grants where the Minister decides that the Library System is providing satisfactory service; AND BECAUSE the Parties to this Agreement: a) desire to collaborate to provide enhanced public library service to their residents, b) are prepared to jointly finance and operate a Library System service to their residents, c) recognize that the most effective way to provide a high quality of library service is through collaboration, d) are prepared to support the development and maintenance of public library services through the Library System for the benefit of all parties, including the party that signs this Agreement, e) agree that all library materials which are available through their respective Library Service Points shall be Accessible to the residents of all Parties, and f) recognize the responsibility of each Party to have a representative fully participating in the management of the Board. NOW the Parties to this Agreement agree with each other as follows: 1. Schedules A, B and C are attached to and form part of this Agreement. 2. When used in this Agreement, the terms defined below have the same meaning as they have in the Act, unless otherwise defined in this Agreement. a) "Accessible" - library resources shall be available to all residents of the Parties to this Agreement in the 58 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 3 same way as to residents served by the Local Library. If use is restricted in a Local Library, the restriction shall apply to all residents in the system; b) "Community Library" - Marigold uses the term “Community Library” for those libraries (Library Service Points) located in member municipalities that do not have a Library Board. c) “Community Library Incorporated Society” – a Society incorporated or continued under the Societies Act R.S.A. 2000 Chap.S-14, that oversees the day-to-day operations and supervision of a library in a Municipality that does not have its own Library Board. d) “Governing Board” – Marigold Board is the “Governing Board” for municipalities that have not formed a Library Board as set out in the Act. These municipalities have signed this Agreement to become members of Marigold Library System, and in return Marigold Board provides public library services and promotes the value of public libraries to residents in those municipalities. Marigold also complies with the provincial requirements for reporting and for distribution of provincial per capita grants for those municipalities. e) "Independent Public Accountant" - a person holding a recognized professional accounting designation such as CPA (Chartered Professional Accountant), CA (Chartered Accountant), CMA (Certified Management Accountant), CGA (Certified General Accountant), or a similarly qualified individual; f) “Intellectual Property” – anything created by or on behalf of Marigold which results from intellectual process. Intellectual Property includes, but is not limited to, literary works (any written work intended to provide information, instruction or pleasure), artistic works and computer program files. Such works and information may be stored in any format. Intellectual Property specifically includes Marigold’s automated files and databases. g) “Intermunicipal Library Board” - a Library Board established pursuant to Part 1.1 of the Act; h) "Library Board" - a Municipal or Intermunicipal Library Board; i) “Library Service Point” – in accordance with the Libraries Regulation (hereinafter referred to as “the Regulation” under the Act, refers to a facility that provides public library services under the control and management of a board; j) "Library System" - a Library System established pursuant to Part 2 of the Act; k) "Local Library" - a Municipal Library, Intermunicipal Library, or a Community Library; l) "Minister" - the Minister with authority for public libraries as defined in the Act; m) "Municipal Library Board" - a Library Board established pursuant to Part 1 of the Act; n) "Member Municipality" - any incorporated city, town, village, summer village, municipal district, special area, improvement district or any other eligible entity that is or could become a party to this Agreement; o) “Personal Property” – any movable or intangible thing that is subject to ownership and not classified as Real Property. p) “Real Property” - land and anything growing on, attached to, or erected on it, excluding anything that may be severed without injury to the land. Real property can be either corporeal (ex. soil and buildings) or incorporeal (ex. easements). 59 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 4 Name 3. There is hereby established by Ministerial Order, a Library System known as the Marigold Library Board as set out in Section 14(2) of the Act, hereinafter referred to as “Marigold”. Operation 4. The Parties to this Agreement shall maintain and operate Marigold in accordance with the Act and any regulations promulgated under the Act, 5. The Parties to this Agreement shall provide public library service to all their residents through the Library System as defined by this Agreement. 6. The Parties to this Agreement shall make all library materials and resources belonging to Marigold and local libraries accessible to the residents of all Parties. The Marigold Library Board 7. The general management, regulation and control of Marigold is vested in and shall be exercised by the Governing Board of Marigold, hereinafter referred to as “Marigold Board”, with the powers and duties set out in the Act. 8. Where a Municipality is a Party to this Agreement, it shall appoint one member to Marigold Board. The preference for an appointment will be an individual who has an active involvement in the library community such as membership on the Local Library Board. 9. Appointments to Marigold Board shall be made in accordance with the Act. 10. Marigold Board shall be governed by the Act, this Agreement and the governing documents adopted by Marigold Board. 11. Marigold Board shall establish an Executive Committee of not more than ten (10) persons. That committee shall oversee the general operations of Marigold between Marigold Board meetings and carry out such further activities as may be directed by Marigold Board. 12. Marigold Board shall hire a Chief Executive Officer (CEO) whose responsibility shall be the administration of Marigold. Marigold Board shall fix the compensation and all other terms of employment of the CEO. 13. Marigold Board shall maintain adequate insurance coverage for its property, liabilities and operations. 14. Marigold Board shall cooperate with other libraries, Library Systems, library associations and with the Government of Alberta in the development, maintenance and operation of networks for enhancing public library services. 60 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 5 Powers and duties of Library Boards 15. Each Library Board within Marigold should: a) hire such Municipal Library employees as are necessary for the provision of library service to the community, b) act as liaison between their community, their Municipal Council and Marigold Board to communicate Library Board policy and community need, c) in cooperation with Marigold Board, set policies and procedures for the operation of the library including minimum number of library hours, management, use and services, d) cooperate with Marigold Board in implementing system-wide policies, e) submit copies of all library policies, bylaws, goals and objectives and plan of service documents to Marigold Board when updated, f) perform such additional duties as are necessary to operate library service in their community and g) forward a copy of its budget for the current year, a copy of its annual report and audited financial statements for the preceding year to Marigold Board on or before June 30. 16. Marigold Board will act as the Governing Board for any Municipality that does not have a Municipal Library Board or an Intermunicipal Library Board. That relationship will be governed by an agreement between Marigold and any such Municipality. Financial 17. The fiscal year of Marigold and Marigold Board shall be January 1 to December 31, both dates inclusive, or as may be amended by Marigold Board from time to time. 18. For the purposes of the per capita requisition in paragraphs 19 and 20, the population of a Municipality that is a Party to this Agreement shall be deemed to be the population for the Municipality published by the Government of Alberta for the fiscal year prior to the fiscal year in which the requisition is paid. 19. Each Party to this Agreement shall pay to Marigold Board the annual per capita requisition as set out in the current Schedule C within one month of the invoice date. 20. Each Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board in Marigold shall pay to Marigold Board the annual per capita requisition as set out in the current Schedule C within one month of the invoice date. 21. Increases or decreases of per capita requisitions in Schedule C constitute an amendment to this Agreement, which shall be passed in accordance with paragraph 41. 22. Residents of Municipalities that do not participate in any Alberta Library System are not eligible to use the services provided by the Marigold Board, as outlined in Section 28 of this Agreement. 61 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 6 23. Marigold Board shall keep distinct and regular accounts of its receipts, payments, credits, assets and liabilities and shall have these accounts for each fiscal year audited by an Independent Public Accountant. Such accounts shall be kept in accordance with generally accepted accounting practices as defined by the Canadian Accounting Standards for Not-for-Profit Organizations (ASNFPO). 24. Marigold Board shall cause audited financial statements for each fiscal year to be prepared and presented by an Independent Public Accountant by the last day of April in the year following the fiscal year to which they relate, and to be presented to Marigold Board at the Annual General Meeting. 25. Marigold Board may apply for any grants for which it is eligible. 26. Any Party not having a Municipal Library Board or an Intermunicipal Library Board authorizes Marigold Board to apply for provincial operating grants on their behalf in accordance with government regulations. Services provided by Marigold Board 27. Subject to the provisions of the Act and the Regulation and subject to the provisions of this Agreement, the Marigold Board shall manage and control Marigold by organizing, promoting and maintaining comprehensive and efficient library services. 28. Marigold Board shall equip, establish and maintain Library System service for the residents of the Parties to this Agreement and the services provided shall include: a) IT network and infrastructure support, including network management, threat protection, help desk support, equipment installation and servicing, email, website hosting and IT consultation services, b) bibliographic services, including central ordering, cataloguing and processing and shared catalogue, c) physical and virtual materials and collections, including materials allocation, interlibrary loans and digital/online resources, d) consultation services, including professional consultation, training and continuing education, e) delivery and resource sharing, f) marketing and advocacy, g) programming support, including support for summer reading programs and program kits, h) discount ordering of materials, supplies and equipment, i) direct services to Marigold residents, including book deposits, mail delivery of requested materials and access to Library Lending Lockers. 62 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 7 Expansion of Marigold 29. The Parties to this Agreement agree that any eligible entity within the boundaries of Marigold as set out in the Regulation may become a Party to this Agreement and a member of Marigold Board by: a) signing an agreement with Marigold Board incorporating the terms and conditions of this Agreement as amended, and b) adhering to policy concerning terms and conditions for integrating library services for acceptance of new or returning Parties to this Agreement, and c) receiving the approval of the Minister. 30. Admission and the date of admission shall be determined by Marigold Board. 31. Any Party to this Agreement admitted to Marigold after April 1 in any year shall pay a share as determined by Marigold Board of the annual requisition within 30 days of the date of admission. Reports 32. Marigold Board shall present an annual report on the previous year’s operations to the council and to the Library Board of each Member Municipality and to the Minister within 60 days after the Annual General Meeting of Marigold Board. 33. Marigold Board shall provide a copy of the financial statements prepared and certified by the Independent Public Accountant. Copies will be prepared and sent to each Member Municipality and to the Minister within 60 days of passing by Marigold Board. Ownership of Property 34. Marigold owns the Real and Personal Property (including Intellectual Property rights) paid for or created by Marigold in Marigold’s Municipal Libraries and Community Libraries . 35. All books, periodicals and library materials transferred to a member library’s collection remain the property of that library’s Library Board unless they are sent to Marigold for withdrawal or other disposition. 36. All books, periodicals and library materials transferred to a Community Library’s collection remain the property of the Member Municipality unless they are sent to Marigold for withdrawal or other disposition. Withdrawal and Termination 37. Any Party to this Agreement may withdraw from this Agreement in accordance with the Act. Any notice of withdrawal shall be received by Marigold Board by December 31 of any year to be effective at the end of Marigold’s next fiscal year. If a Party to this Agreement gives notice to withdraw, Marigold Board shall, not later than ninety (90) days prior to the effective date of withdrawal, provide in writing to the council and Municipal Board as appropriate, an appraisal of the expected effects on library services to the residents of the Municipality concerned. Marigold Board may request a reconsideration of the notice to withdraw. 63 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 8 38. If a Party to this Agreement withdraws from this Agreement pursuant to the Act, that Party shall be deemed to have forfeited any right, title or interest in the assets of Marigold Board, including Marigold Board’s Real and Personal Property of any nature. 39. Marigold Board may expel any Party hereto from this Agreement for substantial misconduct or breach of this Agreement upon motion by the Executive Committee. At least 60 days written notice stating specific grounds for the motion shall be delivered to all the Parties to this Agreement and all Library Boards and be voted upon at the next General meeting after the notice period has expired. The motion shall be passed only upon a majority comprising 75% of Marigold Board members in attendance at said meeting. Extension 40. The provisions of this Agreement shall be binding upon the Parties to this Agreement and any of their successors. 41. A separate contract may be negotiated by Marigold Board with any eligible non-member entity to acknowledge the different administrative and funding procedures and to define the type and extent of library service to be provided, as negotiated and approved by Marigold Board. Amendment 42. This Agreement shall be amended by a motion for amendment passed by Marigold Board. Such amendment shall be effective upon receipt by Marigold Board of written notification from 60% of the Parties to this Agreement representing 60% of the people living within the boundaries of Marigold that they so authorized such amendment. The Parties to this Agreement shall conform to such amendment upon notificat ion from Marigold Board that the amendment is in effect. Entire Agreement 43. This Agreement, including all schedules appended, constitutes the entire Agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter and all prior Agreements, representations, statements, negotiations and undertakings by and between the Parties to this Agreement are superseded hereby. Execution in Counterpart 44. This Agreement may be executed in counterpart and all the executed counterparts together shall constitute this Agreement. 64 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Marigold Agreement - Page 9 IN WITNESS THEREOF the undersigned being one of the Parties set out in Schedule A to this Agreement has duly executed this Agreement. (Member Municipality) Authorized Signature Date Print Name and Title Seal: Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board* (City, Town, Village) Authorized Signature Date Print Name and Title *A Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board is established pursuant to the Act. 65 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Schedule A Parties which shall be admitted to Marigold Library System: 1. Council of the Municipal District of Acadia #34 2. Council of the Village of Acme 3. Council of the City of Airdrie 4. Council of the Town of Banff 5. Council of the Village of Beiseker 6. Council of the Municipal District of Bighorn #8 7. Council of the Town of Black Diamond 8. Council of the Town of Canmore 9. Council of the Village of Carbon 10. Council of the City of Chestermere 11. Council of the Town of Cochrane 12. Council of the Village of Consort 13. Council of the Town of Crossfield 14. Council of the Village of Delia 15. Council of the Town of Drumheller 16. Council of the Village of Empress 17. Council of Foothills County 18. Council of the Summer Village of Ghost Lake 19. Council of the Town of Hanna 20. Council of the Town of High River 21. Council of the Village of Hussar 22. I.D. #9 Banff (The Minister of the Department of Municipal Affairs) 23. Council of the Town of Irricana 66 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 24. Kananaskis Improvement District (The Minister of Tourism, Parks and Recreation) 25. Council of Kneehill County 26. Council of the Village of Linden 27. Council of the Village of Longview 28. Council of the Village of Morrin 29. Council of the Village of Munson 30. Council of the Town of Okotoks 31. Council of the Town of Oyen 32. Council of the Village of Rockyford 33. Council of the County of Rocky View #44 34. Special Areas #2, #3 and #4 (The Minister of the Department of Municipal Affairs) 35. Council of the Village of Standard 36. Council of Starland County 37. Council of the Town of Strathmore 38. Council of the Town of Three Hills 39. Council of the Town of Trochu 40. Council of the Town of Turner Valley 41. Council of the Village of Veteran 42. Council of the Summer Village of Waiparous 43. Council of Wheatland County 44. Council of the Village of Youngstown 67 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Schedule B Map of Marigold Boundary 68 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Schedule C – Requisition by the Marigold Library Board Attached to and part of this Agreement by and between the Parties comprising the Marigold Library System. Part I For those Municipalities without Library Boards The contributions to the Marigold Library System by Counties, Municipal Districts, Special Areas, Improvement Districts or any other Municipality without a Library Board shall be as follows for the period stated: 2021 ~ $10.74 per capita paid to the Marigold Library System 2022 ~ $10.74 per capita paid to the Marigold Library System Part II For those Municipalities with Library Boards The contributions to the Marigold Library System by Municipalities having Municipal Library Boards or Intermunicipal Library Boards shall be as follows for the period stated: 2021 ~ $6.24 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System 2022 ~ $6.24 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System Part III For Municipal Library Boards The contributions to the Marigold Library System by Municipal Library Boards or Intermunicipal Library Boards shall be as follows for the period stated: 2021 ~ $4.50 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System 2022 ~ $4.50 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System 69 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted IN WITNESS THEREOF the undersigned being one of the Parties set out in Schedule A to this Agreement has duly executed this Agreement. (Member Municipality) Authorized Signature Date Print Name and Title Seal: Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board* (City, Town, Village) Authorized Signature Date Print Name and Title Retain one copy for your files and forward one copy to Marigold Library System headquarters *A Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board is established pursuant to the Act. 70 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Schedule C Requisition for Marigold Library System Attached to and part of this Agreement by and between the Parties comprising the Marigold Library System. Part I For those Municipalities without Library Boards The contributions to the Marigold Library System by counties, Municipal Districts, Special Areas, Improvement Districts or any other Municipality without a Library Board shall be as follows for the period stated: 2023 ~ $10.85 per capita paid to the Marigold Library System 2024 ~ $10.96 per capita paid to the Marigold Library System Part II For those Municipalities with Library Boards The contributions to the Marigold Library System by Municipalities having Municipal Library Boards or Intermunicipal Library Boards shall be as follows for the period stated: 2023 ~ $6.35 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System 2024 ~ $6.46 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System Part III For Municipal Library Boards The contributions to the Marigold Library System by Municipal Library Boards or Intermunicipal Library Boards shall be as follows for the period stated: 2023 ~ $4.50 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System 2024 ~ $4.50 per capita to be paid directly to Marigold Library System 71 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted In WITNESS THEREOF the undersigned being one of the Parties set out in Schedule A to this Agreement has duly executed this Agreement. (Member Municipality) Authorized Signature Date Print Name and Title Seal: Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board* (City, Town, Village) Authorized Signature Date Print Name and Title Retain one copy for your files and forward one copy to Marigold Library System headquarters *A Municipal Library Board or Intermunicipal Library Board is established pursuant to the Act. 72 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted BeƩer Value BeƩer Services BeƩer CommuniƟes RequisiƟon for the Marigold Library Board Schedule C Fact Sheet 73 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted SCHEDULE C PROCESS What is Schedule C? Schedule C is an amendment to the Marigold Agreement¹ that outlines the per capita levy rate for municipaliƟes and library boards. Following approval by the Marigold Board, Schedule C and aƩachments are mailed to every member municipality. Marigold requests that every municipality present Schedule C to Council for consideraƟon and return a signed copy to Marigold before September 30 of that year. As populaƟons grow and communiƟes evolve, there is a greater need to provide collecƟons, services and programs that are inclusive and broaden cultural awareness. Demand for training has also increased as more content‐rich products and services are being introduced. Use and needs are increasing Use of public libraries in Marigold is growing. Therefore, support costs are also increasing. To determine our levy rates, Marigold considers the following: Service cost increases that mirror populaƟon increases: delivery, materials allocaƟons and service grants Increases to delivery costs because of fuel costs and more frequent trips to high volume libraries More downloadable eBooks and eAudio materials, music and online training and curriculum support Increased IT Infrastructure, support, and cybersecurity PopulaƟon based expenditures are increasing: TRAC levy, contract subscripƟon fees for online resources, and organizaƟonal memberships More training for member library managers and staff, board members and patrons More programs, supplies and equipment Purchasing program for members with discounts on IT equipment and supplies eBooks and eResource costs set by US vendors that are increasing faster than inflaƟon The IT department is faced with increased costs due to enhanced security features and user security training. More servers will be needed and cost of licensing is increasing Schedule C Fact Sheet ¹Marigold Agreement: A fundamental document signed by member municipaliƟes that provides informaƟon associated with the Marigold membership: governance, services, membership and levy rates. 74 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Schedule C Fact Sheet We pay $35,000 for Marigold member conference and training sessions We spend $1.3 million on print, audiovisual material and digital content for our member libraries annually $15,000 for the creaƟon and distribuƟon of promoƟonal materials The Regional AutomaƟon ConsorƟum (TRAC) is a partnership between Marigold and three other regional library systems. Patrons have access to millions of books, movies, TV shows, and other materials housed in 180 libraries, thanks to a full‐ featured inventory management system. We pay $225,000 Computer hardware and soŌware: $210,000 Delivery of library materials between libraries: $65,000 TransportaƟon costs for Board members, library staff and Marigold staff for training, board meeƟngs and onsite work: $32,000 Marigold is more than a service provider. It is a membership group made up of many municipaliƟes that have chosen to collaborate to increase efficiency and save money while providing state‐of‐the‐art public library service. Marigold makes it possible for residents in all member municipaliƟes to be able to access library services at any of its service points. One library can’t do it alone. Marigold invests money to provide your community access to amazing digital content, an Internet connecƟon and wifi, thousands of books, professional consultaƟons and much more. Stronger together! Foreign Exchange cost: $40,000 And much more... We give grants to member libraries. In 2019 that total was: $720,000 *These numbers do not take into consideraƟon the salaries of staff who provide services and programming. 75 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted How do your LEVY DOLLARS benefit you? ConsultaƟon and Training Professional librarians provide training opportuniƟes for library staff, board members and patrons. They also provide libraries with management info and direcƟon. Board Development Marigold hosts Board orientaƟons, one‐on‐one trustee orientaƟons, and provides development workshop support. IT and Network Support Member libraries have access to our help desk, IT and Network centre, and high speed and high bandwidth Internet, wifi and office applicaƟon. SoŌware, inventory tracking, and day‐ to‐day operaƟonal support is also available. Delivery Service & Supplies Our fleet transports interlibrary loans, new materials, supplies, correspondence, kits and games, promoƟonal materials and recycling. CollecƟon Development, Materials and Digital Content Consultants and library managers work together to develop collecƟon plans and meet community needs. Through bulk purchasing, Marigold is able to access vendor and freight discounts. We provide insurance for physical collecƟons at member libraries, and materials sorƟng and shipping for resource sharing. As a member of TRAC, patrons have access to collecƟons at 180 libraries, eResource subscripƟons for language learning, consumer reports, digital magazines, eBooks, music, movie and TV programs, K‐12 curriculum materials, and more. CommunicaƟons and MarkeƟng Support Marigold provides professional quality publicaƟons, photographs, displays, custom promoƟonal materials and markeƟng soŌware to promote resources, events and services available at the library. Purchasing Program Through Marigold’s parƟcipaƟon in the Public Purchasing Group (PPG), and Marigold’s long‐term relaƟonships with vendors, Marigold can provide discounts to its members on IT equipment, office and processing supplies necessary for their daily operaƟons. Services and Program Support Marigold develops and provides quality programs, and has direct relaƟonships with residents through the books‐by‐mail service (L2U) and volunteer book deposits. Marigold provides administraƟve support for local and naƟonal programs, delivers kits and equipment to support in‐ house library programs at member libraries Schedule C Fact Sheet 76 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.2 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Strategic Plan Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Mike Haugen, CAO Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council adopt the 2022 - 2025 Strategic Plan 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: NA BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Council recently conducted a Strategic Planning exercise in order to develop an updated Strategic Plan that will outline the goals of Council and guide the County’s future operations and planning. Two versions of a draft plan were previously provided by the facilitator and feedback was provided by Council. That feedback has been incorporated into the proposed final plan. Graphic design has also been done as part of the finalization process. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: The proposed final plan is attached. The proposed plan contains several components. Highlights of the updated plan include revised Vision, Mission, and Value statements: Vision: At the intersection of history and opportunity, Kneehill County is a forward-looking community that celebrates its rural roots. Mission: A rural community that embraces its agricultural lifestyle and an economically diverse future. Values: INNOVATION: We focus on the future by seeking out new and creative solutions, and support entrepreneurship in our community. INTEGRITY: We do what we say we will do. RESILIENCE: We help our community withstand challenges and adapt in the face of adversity. OPENNESS: We engage stakeholders, respect all opinions, and keep our community informed of the decisions we make. 77 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 7.2 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 TRADITION: We uphold and promote the unique agricultural history of Kneehill County. In addition, the proposed plan outlines the key pillars of Kneehill County’s initiatives as: Build and Maintain Infrastructure that Meets the Ongoing Needs of the County’s Residents and Businesses: This includes facilities, roads, upgrades Build a Robust and Adaptable Economy: This includes economic diversification, zoning, support for agriculture Maximize Quality of Life for People Who Choose to Live in Kneehill County: This includes recreation, the County’s uniqueness, its history, youth, and seniors Provide Effective, Respectful, and Efficient Leadership: This includes Council, environmental change, partnerships, finance, bylaws, and policies The proposed plan further identifies a number of goals and strategies that would be followed in order to make progress within the main pillars. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: There are no financial implications associated with the item; however, this document will influence future initiatives and programs of the County. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Public Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: 1. Proposed 2022 – 2025 Strategic Plan COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Council may opt to amend the plan as they see fit. 2. Council may request additional changes to the plan. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will initiate the process of updating other County plans and work programs in order to align with the new strategic plan. APPROVAL(S): Approved- ☐ Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 78 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 2022-2025 Strategic Plan 79 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 2 KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 3KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 The contents of this four-year strategic plan were created by Kneehill County Council in spring 2022 for the betterment of their community and with the future of their county in mind. © 2022 Strategic Steps Inc. Letter from County Council 4 Executive Summary 5 Vision, Mission, and Values 6 Pillars, Goals, and Strategies 7 High Quality Infrastructure 8 Economic Resilience 8 Quality of Life 9 Effective Leadership 9 Priorities for 2022-2023 10 Conclusion 11 Table of Contents 80 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 4 KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 5KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 Letter from County Council Background A strategic plan is essential to ensure that over the next four years, Kneehill County Council is aligned in their vision for Kneehill County. Through the plan and its associated priorities, administration has clear direction, and both Council and administration can measure and track success. Your Kneehill County Council and senior managers met in March and April 2022 to develop an updated Strategic Plan for 2022-2025. This plan comprises our expressed desires for the County and it provides County citizens, businesses, farms, organizations, and other community stakeholders with an indication of the planned future of our County. We identified a series of goals and strategies to work towards a common future for the County, which are outlined in this document. From there, we narrowed our focus to a smaller set of priorities that your County will work on first. This plan is the result of what we heard from members of our community, and it prepares the County to build its own future over the years of this Council and beyond. Sincerely, Reeve Jerry Wittstock and the rest of Kneehill County Council Integrated Planning County Council’s governance role includes the mandate to provide strategic direction for Kneehill County. This high-level plan comprises that direction. It builds on the previous Strategic Plan and helps administration construct operational plans. Once Council has set the County’s strategic direction, administration can build plans that carry out Council’s direction. Examples of administration’s plans that follow from this Strategic Plan may include a Business Plan, Operational Plan, Recreation Master Plan, Asset Management Plan, and Facility Master Plan, among others. The following figure depicts the relationship between Council’s strategic vision for Kneehill County, and administration’s operations. The dashed line differentiates the role between Council and administration: Council is responsible for determining the vision and direction of the County, while administration is responsible for implementing that direction. COUNCIL’S PLANS (GOVERNANCE) MANAGEMENT’S PLANS (IMPLEMENTATION) VISION AND MISSION SUSTAINABILITY/STRATEGIC PLAN OPERATIONAL/BUSINESS PLANS HR/CAPITAL/DEPARTMENT PLANS SERVICE DELIVERY REPORTING BUDGET MUNICIPAL GOVERNANCE AND MANAGEMENT PLANS Kneehill County is a forward-looking community that celebrates its rural roots Executive Summary 81 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 6 KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 7KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 Vision, Mission, and Values The plan below identifies what the County will be working on over the course of the next four years. It is divided into Pillars, Goals, and Strategies, all of which support each other. PILLAR: Area of major concentration for County Council over the term of this strategic plan. GOAL: Change over time that is supported by County Council. This becomes the answer to “what does the County do?” STRATEGY: Expected activity in support of the Goal. This becomes the answer to the question “how does the County achieve the goal?” Vision An organization’s vision provides a long-term picture of where or what the entity wishes to be or become and gives purpose and direction to the activities of Kneehill County’s Council, managers, staff, and volunteers. The vision also indicates what makes the County unique. At the intersection of history and opportunity, Kneehill County is a forward-looking community that celebrates its rural roots. Mission A mission answers a question about what ‘business’ the organization is in. It lets Council, staff, citizens, and other stakeholders know what Kneehill County does and who benefits from the County’s activities. This mission statement was created based on key ideas about how to achieve the County’s vision. A rural community that embraces its agricultural lifestyle and an economically diverse future. Values The values expressed here are guiding principles that help determine how Kneehill County operates in public and private. The County’s core values are: INNOVATION: We focus on the future by seeking out new and creative solutions, and support entrepreneurship in our community. INTEGRITY: We do what we say we will do. RESILIENCE: We help our community withstand challenges and adapt in the face of adversity. OPENNESS: We engage stakeholders, respect all opinions, and keep our community informed of the decisions we make. TRADITION: We uphold and promote the unique agricultural history of Kneehill County. The following pages contain the full list of goals identified by Kneehill County Council. Where possible within each goal, high priority strategies are listed first, followed by the medium priority strategies. In some cases, low priority strategies must be achieved first. Goals, Strategies and Priorities are based on these Strategic Pillars: 1 Build and Maintain Infrastructure that Meets the Ongoing Needs of the County’s Residents and Businesses: This includes facilities, roads, upgrades 2 Build a Robust and Adaptable Economy: This includes economic diversification, zoning, support for agriculture 3 Maximize Quality of Life for People Who Choose to Live in Kneehill County: This includes recreation, the County’s uniqueness, its history, youth, and seniors 4 Provide Effective, Respectful, and Efficient Leadership: This includes Council, environmental change, partnerships, finance, bylaws, and policies Each Goal within this strategic plan has an associated measure. These measures can be used to check on progress as this plan moves throughout its life cycle. In looking towards the future of Kneehill County, it is important that its Council agrees on what the final destination looks like. With this in mind, Council first decided on the County’s ideal long-term future (Vision) and the general direction it will take to achieve that future (Mission). When reviewing the existing versions of these statements, Council made some alterations to ensure the County’s desired future was reflected. Pillars, Goals, and Strategies 82 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 8 KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 9KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 Economic Resilience Build a robust and adaptable economy GOALS: a) Grow economic activity in Kneehill County b) Prioritize hamlets and encourage targeted growth c) Foster an economic environment where local business can grow while maintaining resilience to external market and environmental forces d) Be recognized as a leader in the provision of quality agricultural products High Quality Infrastructure Build and maintain infrastructure that meets the ongoing needs of the County’s residents and businesses GOALS: a) Sustainably manage existing infrastructure b) Maintain a high-quality road network c) Ensure the County is prepared for future waste management needs d) Understand current and future rural water requirements Goals Quality of Life Maximize quality of life for people who choose to live in Kneehill County GOALS: a) Promote and sustain Kneehill County’s unique rural lifestyle b) Maintain responsive fire services in Kneehill County c) Continue to be responsive to the needs of youth within the County d) Attract new citizens and retain existing residents Effective Leadership Provide effective, respectful, and efficient leadership GOALS: a) Ensure that Kneehill County remains fiscally sustainable and resilient to external events b) Authentically engage with and communicate to the County’s residents c) Continue respectful and collaborative relationships with regional partner municipalities and other orders of government d) Be recognized as a provincial leader in good municipal governance 83 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 10 KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 11KNEEHILL COUNTY | STRATEGIC PLAN 2022-2025 Priorities for 2022-2023 Conclusion Within the full list of strategies that appear in the strategic plan, Council has created a subset of ‘high’ ranked strategies for 2022-2023. The items on this list reflect the priorities that Council sees as both important and timely. Kneehill County’s 2022-2025 Strategic Plan provides a roadmap that was developed by the County’s elected officials and senior administration. It is important that both Council and administration work together to achieve the priorities that are outlined in this plan. Many other strategies are identified has having a moderate priority, meaning they will be worked as resources allow or deadlines near. It is expected that the high priority strategy list will change over time as some high priority items near completion and new priorities emerge for the County. All these priority strategies appear elsewhere in this plan in context of the Goals that they support. The high priority strategies are listed in support of related Goals. Council recognizes that priorities will shift throughout the course of this strategic plan, so a reset of high priorities will occur annually. THE HIGHEST PRIORITIES FOR 2022-23 INCLUDE: Goal High Priority Strategy Sustainably manage existing infrastructure Define core infrastructure and develop financial strategies to maintain it Maintain a high-quality road network Complete and maintain the asset management plan and road network study Grow economic activity in Kneehill County Identify and target lands for future non-residential development Ensure that Kneehill County remains fiscally Diversity County revenue options beyond sustainable and resilient to external events traditional sources Ensure that Kneehill County remains fiscally Develop and fund a reserves strategy sustainable and resilient to external events for the County Also important is the recognition that the environment in which the County operates is always shifting. In response, the County’s plans also must change to remain relevant. As with any plan, this one must be used, reviewed, and updated on a regular basis. 84 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted KNEEHILL COUNTY OFFICE 1600, 2nd Street NE PO Box 400, Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 T: 403.443.5541 | TF: 866.443.5541 | F: 403.443.5115 www.kneehillcounty.com 85 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.1 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Kneehill Regional Family & Community Support Services Delegation Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council receive for information the Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services Annual Report and presentation. 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 Kneehill Regional Family & Community Support Services Delegation was scheduled at today’s meeting at 8:33 a.m. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: The desired objective of their presentation is for information only. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: None RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: 2021 Annual Report COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council receive for information the KRFCSS Annual Report 2. That Council direct administration to provide further information. 86 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.1 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: N/A APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 87 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 779 – 2 Street N.E. Box 400 Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 Tel: (403) 443-3800 Email: Shelley@krfcss.com May 16, 2022 Dear Kneehill County Council: RE: 2021 Kneehill Regional Family & Community Support Services Annual Report Attached please find an electronic copy of the Kneehill Regional Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) 2021 Annual Report. This document is a summary of the program’s 23rd year of operation. The Kneehill Regional FCSS Board hopes this review provides adequate information regarding our outputs and outcomes as well as services provided to your area residents last year. As arranged, Shelley Jackson-Berry, our director, will be coming to do a short presentation to Kneehill County Council on May 24 at 8:33 a.m. If you have any questions or comments that you would rather have me address, please do not hesitate to contact me at 403-443-0285. Kind Regards, Kenneth King, Chairperson Kneehill Regional FCSS Board 88 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted AnnualReview 2021 ep 89 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is a partnership between the Government of Alberta and the six participating municipalities of Acme, Carbon, Linden, Three Hills, Trochu and Kneehill County. Kneehill Regional FCSS mission is to maintain and strengthen the quality of life for all residents of participating municipalities by supporting volunteerism and providing preventive social initiatives and programs. 90 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Volunteer Hours Individuals Benefitted from Programs 3424 4112 $68,480.00 72 Volunteers Volunteer Hours Valued at 91 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Information & Referral Child & Y o u t h Program s WHAT FCSS DOES! Take Home C r a f t a n d Science Kit s Three Hills C o m m u n i t y Discovery N i g h t 92 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 2021 Volunteer K n e e h i l l Recipients Tools for S c h o o l Volunteer 93 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 95 % of participants enhanced their skills in one or more of the following areas: resilience, self-esteem, optimism, autonomy or meaning/purpose (259 respondents). 95 % of participants felt supported by the programs and services they participated in and reported that their social connections were enhanced (192 respondents). 89 % of children and youth felt supported and developed interpersonal competencies (91 respondents) SOCIAL WELL-BEING OF INDIVIDUALS Community Volunteer Income Tax Program, Grief Care Packages, Take Home Kits, Just in Case, Adult Art Group, Seniors Coffee Break, Dementia Bags, Seniors Resource Bags, Kneehill Family Wellness Workers, Seniors Outreach Youth Mindful Art Program Summer Programs Fountain of Health - Trochu Programs Supporting Individuals 94 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted SOCIAL WELL-BEING OF FAMILIES 96% of participants reported improved family communication and parenting (23 respondents) Triple P - Fear Less, Birthday in a Box, Tools for School, Kneehill Family and Marriage Counselling Baby Banter families Online Parent Café Participants SOCIAL WELL-BEING OF COMMUNITY 100 % of residents felt connected to community resources (53 respondents) 100 % of agencies conveyed they felt more informed and have stronger relationships with other service providers, meaning they could better serve Kneehill area residents (110 respondents) Kneehill Community Services Directory, Information/Referral, Kneehill Interagency, Community Discovery Night, Rural Mental Health Initiative, Youth Community Assessment, Kneehill Child and Youth Working Group, Volunteer Kneehill, Youth Community Assessment, Kneehill Child and Youth Working Group Red Rose Campaign Dementia Friendly Communities Programs Supporting Families Programs Supporting Community 95 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Kneehill Regional FCSS Board and Staff Staff Shelley Jackson-Berry - Director Angie Stewart - Program Coordinator CONTACT US KNEEHILL REGIONAL FCSS 779 2ND ST NE, BOX 400 THREE HILLS, AB T0M 2A0 WWW.KRFCSS.COM 403-443-380096 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.2 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Accurate Assessment Delegation Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 2022 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council receive for information the Accurate Assessment presentation. 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: Accurate Assessment presented to Council at today’s meeting. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: The desired objective of the presentation today was for information purposes only and to update Council on Kneehill County’s Assessment. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: N/A RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Public Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: N/A 97 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 8.2 Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council receive the report for information. 2. That Council direct Administration to provide further information. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: N/A APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ 98 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 9.0 Page 1 of 1 Version: 2022-01 Subject: Council & Committee Reports Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 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- ☒ 99 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 100 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 101 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 102 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 103 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 10.0 Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-01 Subject: Council Follow-up Action List Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 24, 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: May 24, 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 104 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted REQUEST FOR DECISION AGENDA ITEM # 10.0 Page 2 of 2 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- ☒ 105 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted 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 following presentation of options/feasibility and subsequent direction from Council 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 Study completed, presentation of information to Council forthcoming. Scheduled for June 21 COW 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.Complete Shelby Sherwick Discussion is slated to occur following development of the Strategic Plan 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.Complete Shelby Sherwick In progress, receipient contacted, event date July 11th, 2022. 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. 22-Mar-22 97/22 AUMA Energy Audit- Deputy Reeve King moved that Council request Administration to provide additional information for the proposed projects as presented. Mike Haugen/Director of Community Services 12-Apr-22 112/22 Reeve Wittstock moved that Council give first reading to Bylaw 1853, that being a bylaw for the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SE-28-32-26-W4 from Agriculture District to Light Industrial District.Complete Barb Hazelton In Progress, Coming May 10, 2022 for further readings 12-Apr-22 113/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council schedule the Public Hearing, as per Sections 230 & 692 of the Municipal Government Act, to be held on May 10, 2022 at 10:00 a.m.Complete Barb Hazelton In Progress, Coming May 10, 2022 for further readings 26-Apr-22 127/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council approves a maximum budget of $2000.00 for Kneehill Regional Partnership Broadband Project – Phase One with funds to come from Corporate Initiatives.Complete Jacqueline Buchanan 26-Apr-22 128/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council confirm the County’s participation in the Kneehill Regional Partnership – Explore Kneehill 2.0 tourism project to take place throughout 2022.Complete Jacqueline Buchanan Kneehill County, Acme, Linden, Carbon & Trochu have all committed. Promotions are under way. 26-Apr-22 129/22 Councillor Penner moved that Council provide a letter of support indicating their participation in the Kneehill Regional Partnership – Explore Kneehill 2.0 tourism project for the Travel Alberta Cooperative Grant application.Complete Jacqueline Buchanan Kneehill County submitted application to TA on May 6, 2022 26-Apr-22 160/22 Deputy Reeve King moved that Council direct Administration to continue working with the consultant to finalize the 2022 Kneehill County Strategic Plan.Mike Haugen In Progress 10-May-22 165/22 Councillor McGhee moved that Council approve the Spec Crude rate at $61.17 per metre as presented.Complete Mike Ziehr Council Action Items 106 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status Council Action Items 10-May-22 166/22 Councillor Christie moved that Council appoints for the term of their employment with Kneehill County Jacob Robertson, Emily McArthur, and William Hoppins, as Weed and Pest Inspectors and Soil Conservation Officers for Kneehill County under the Alberta Weed Control, Soil Conservation, and Agricultural Pest Acts.Complete 10-May-22 167,168,1 69,170/22 Council provided all three readings to Bylaw #1855 that being a bylaw for the 2022 Tax Rates.Complete 10-May-22 175 /22 Deputy Reeve King moved that the Public Hearing for Bylaw #1853 be opened at 10:00 a.m.Complete 10-May-22 176/22 Councillor Christie moved that the Public Hearing for Bylaw #1853 be closed at 10:55 a.m.Complete 10-May-22 177&178 /22 Council moved second and third reading of proposed Bylaw 1853 for the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SE-28-32-26-W4 from Agriculture District to Light Industrial District.Complete 107 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted AMENDMENT SUMMARY Council Meeting Date: May 24, 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: No additions were made to the package 108 2022.05.24 Council Package Adopted