HomeMy WebLinkAboutPost-Meeting Agenda Package - CM_Jan09_2024COUNCIL MEETING POST-MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, January 9, 2024, 8:30 a.m.
1600 2nd Street NE
Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0
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1.Call Meeting to Order
1.1 Agenda
1.1.1 Additions to the Agenda
1.1.2 Adoption of the Agenda
2.Approval of Minutes
2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of December 12, 2023 3
3.Appointments
3.1 Delegation: STARS 10
Presenter: Glenda Farnden & Jackie Seely
Time: 10:00 a.m.
4.Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
No Report
5.Community Services
5.1 Planning
5.1.1 Bylaw 1894- Redesignation for SE 24-28-24 W4 from A to LI 25
5.2 Agricultural Service Board & Parks
No Report
5.3 Protective Services
No Report
5.4 Economic Development
No Report
6.Corporate Services
6.1 Budget Increase for Integrated Facility Condition and Asset Retirement
Assessment Project- Addition to Agenda
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7.Legislative Services
7.1 Master Rates Bylaw #1893 37
7.2 Tourism Advocacy Summit 2024 78
7.3 RMA Resolution-Addition to the Agenda
8.Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business
8.1 STARS Air Ambulance 85
9.Council and Committee Reports 87
9.1 AQUA 7 88
9.2 Division 2 Report - Addition to Agenda 95
9.3 Community Futures Wildrose-Addition to the Agenda
10.Council Follow-Up Action List 98
11.Closed Session
11.1 Confidential Evaluations (FOIP-Section 19)
11.2 Personnel Update (FOIP-Section 17)
12.Motions from Closed Session
13.Adjourn
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Kneehill County
Regular Meeting of Council
Minutes
December 12, 2023, 8:30 a.m.
1600 2nd Street NE
Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0
Council Present: Faye McGhee, Councillor
Debbie Penner, Councillor
Jerry Wittstock, Deputy Reeve
Carrie Fobes, Councillor
Laura Lee Machell-Cunningham, Councillor
Kenneth King, Reeve
Council Absent: Wade Christie, Councillor
Staff Present: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer
Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure
Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services
Debra Grosfield, Manager of Protective Services
Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning and Development
Marika Von Mirbach, Financial Planning Coordinator
Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Ashley Olson, Financial Controller
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1. Call Meeting to Order
Reeve King called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m.
1.1 Agenda
1.1.1 Additions to the Agenda
Additions under Council & Committee Reports
9.1 Kneehill Housing
9.2 Police Advisory Committee
9.3 Division 7 Report
1.1.2 Adoption of the Agenda
Resolution: 433/23
Moved by: Councillor Penner
That Council approve the agenda as amended.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of November 28, 2023
Resolution: 434/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That Council approves the adoption of the minutes of the November 28, 2023,
Regular Meeting of Council, as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
4. Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
4.1 Mount Vernon Booster Station Purchase
Resolution: 435/23
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock
That Council authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to sign the Mount Vernon
Booster Station Purchase Agreement.
For (4): Councillor McGhee, Councillor Penner, Deputy Reeve Wittstock, and
Reeve King
Against (2): Councillor Fobes, and Councillor Cunningham
Absent (1): Councillor Christie
CARRIED (4 to 2)
5. Community Services
5.3 Protective Services
5.3.1 RCMP Quarterly Report and County Enforcement Report
The Chair called for a recess at 8:58 a.m. and called the meeting back to
order at 9:16 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Resolution: 436/23
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council accepts the RCMP Quarterly Report and County Enforcement
Report for information as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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6. Corporate Services
6.1 2023 Appointment of Auditors
Resolution: 437/23
Moved by: Councillor Penner
That Council appoint BDO Canada LLP – Red Deer as Kneehill County’s
Auditors for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution: 438/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That Council request an audit planning meeting with the appointed auditors for
the 2023 audit at a future meeting date.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6.2 2024 Operating and Capital Budget Approval
The Chair called for a recess at 9:46 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at
10:00 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
The Chair tabled this agenda item to hold the Public Hearing for Bylaw 1889 that
was scheduled at 10:00 a.m.
3. Appointments
3.1 Public Hearing- Bylaw 1889 Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 1808
Resolution: 439/23
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock
That the Public Hearing for Bylaw 1889 be opened at 10:00 a.m.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Person(s) who presented: Barb Hazelton, Planning and Development Manager
Person(s) who spoke: John Hamm, Will Andries, Kelly Tainsh, Leo Brietzke,
Byrne Lammle, Mary Clarkson, Francis Simpson, Pat Kusch, Melissa Hoosan,
Najee Elbaroudi, Dennis Wickersham, Shirley Adams
Resolution: 440/23
Moved by: Councillor Fobes
That Council move that the Public Hearing for Bylaw 1889 be closed at 11:06
a.m.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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7. Legislative Services
7.2 AUC Review – Oral Presentation
Resolution: 441/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That Council confirm the oral presentation to be delivered to the Alberta Utilities
Commission as part of their review on renewable energy development.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
6. Corporate Services
6.3 2024 Operating and Capital Budget Approval Continued
The Chair called for a recess at 12:09 p.m. and called the meeting back to order
at 1:00 p.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Resolution: 442/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That the 2024 Operating Budget in the amount of $30,497,413, as detailed in
Appendix A, be approved.
CARRIED
Resolution: 443/23
Moved by: Councillor Penner
That the transfers from reserves and contributions to reserves, as detailed in
Appendix B, be approved.
CARRIED
Resolution: 444/23
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock
That the 2024 Operating Projects and funding sources in the amount of
$364,100, as detailed in Appendix C, be approved.
CARRIED
Resolution: 445/23
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock
That the 2024 Capital Budget and funding sources in the amount of $5,944,272,
as detailed in Appendix D, be approved.
CARRIED
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Resolution: 446/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That the 2025-2027 Operating Forecast (Appendix E) and 2025-2029 Capital and
Project Forecast (Appendix F), be approved.
CARRIED
8. Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business
8.1 Bylaw 1889 – Land Use Bylaw 1808 Amendment
Reeve King left the meeting at 1:50 p.m. and Deputy Reeve Wittstock took over
the position of Chair.
Resolution: 447/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That Council give second reading to Bylaw 1889 as presented for the
amendments to replace sections 71 and 74 of Land Use Bylaw 1808.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution: 448/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That Council direct administration to bring back an update on Bylaw 1889 to the
January 16, 2024, Committee of the Whole and bring back a further discussion to
the February 13, 2024, Council Meeting.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7. Legislative Services
7.1 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Member at Large
Resolution: 449/23
Moved by: Councillor Penner
That Council appoint Ruth Purves-Smith and Jenny Scott as Members at Large
to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board until the next Kneehill County
Organizational Meeting.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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10. Council Follow-Up Action List
The Chair called for a recess at 2:35 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at 2:44
p.m. with all previously mentioned members present including Reeve King who resumed
the role as Chair.
Resolution: 450/23
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council receive for information the Council Follow-Up Action List as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
9. Council and Committee Reports
Resolution: 451/23
Moved by: Councillor McGhee
That Council accepts for information the Council & Committee Report, as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
9.1 Kneehill Housing Corporation
A verbal report was provided by Councillor Cunningham on the Christmas
Lighting at the Golden Hills Lodge.
9.2 Police Advisory Committee
A verbal report was provided by Councillor Cunningham on the meeting she
attended.
9.3 Division 7 Report
Reeve King provided an update on the meetings he has attended.
11. Closed Session
Resolution: 452/23
Moved by: Councillor Fobes
That this meeting goes into closed session at 2:58 p.m. for the following reason:
Confidential Evaluations (FOIP-Section 19)
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution: 453/23
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council return to open meeting at 4:28 p.m.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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4:28 p.m. - meeting recessed to allow return of public.
4:31 p.m. - meeting resumed.
13. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 4:31 p.m.
Ken King, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
Regular Council Meeting Date & Time:
GUIDELINES
• Presentations are not to exceed 15 minutes, including questions, unless permitted by Council.
• The Delegation Request Form and related documents will become part of the public record and
will be released/published in the agenda and minutes and will be made available to the pubic in
a variety of methods.
• Persons interested in requesting a presentation to Kneehill County Council must supply all
pertinent information including handouts, PowerPoint Presentations no later than 4:00 p.m. on
the Wednesday prior to the scheduled Tuesday meeting. If your material is not published in the
agenda, bring ten (10) copies with you to the meeting. Note: distributed documents will
become part of the public record.
• The County’s Council meetings are video recorded and live-streamed on the County’s website.
Please submit completed form to carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
PRESENTER DETAILS
Name: (Person Making
presentation)
Company or Group Represented:
Contact Number:
Email:
Mailing Address:
MEETING DETAILS
Please Note:
Regular Council Meetings are held the second and fourth Tuesday of every month unless otherwise
posted. Please see Kneehill County Website or contact Administration for more information.
January 9, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m.
Glenda Farnden, STARS
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
PRESENTATION TOPIC
Will the presentation require PowerPoint facilities? Yes No
The topic of the discussion is (be specific, provide details, and attach additional information, if
required so that all necessary details may be considered.):
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION
☐ Information Only ☐ Request Action/Support ☐ Request Funds ☐ Other
Desired Resolution (What is the decision you are asking to make?)
• Have you included all attachments?
• Does your summary contain all pertinent information?
• Have you provided enough information to enable Council to make an informed decision?
• Have you reviewed your presentation to ensure that it will fit within the specified timelines?
Annual STARS Update to Council Update to include: new innovation and technology,
new fleet, happenings at STARS, stats pertinent to Kneehill County residents.
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CRITICAL CARE,
ANYWHERE
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STARS ALBERTA REVENUE
FISCAL 2023
AB Government contribution
$15.0 million
NET fundraising revenue
$27.8 million
NET lottery proceeds:
$9.8 million
35% of total fundraising
* STARS LOTTERY Public Launch
January 18, 2024
Fundraising revenue:
$18.0 million
65% of total fundraising
* Includes $2M+ Annual Municipal Support
FUELED BY GENEROSITY. Achieving success together.
2024 Pending
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Edson
Hinton
Lacombe
Starland
Thorhild
Lethbridge
Town of Two Hills
Provost
Northern Lights
Clear Hills Northern
Sunrise
Chetwynd, BC
Hudson’s Hope, BC
City of Fort St. John, BC
Pouce Coupe, BC
Taylor, BC
Tumbler Ridge, BC
PEACE RIVER REGIONAL DISTRICT, BC
City of Dawson Creek, BC
Opportunity
Big Lakes
Smoky
River
Spirit
River
County of
Grande Prairie
Athabasca
Bonnyville
Lamont
Mackenzie
Special
Area 4
Bighorn
Crowsnest Pass
Ranchland
Pincher
Creek
Foothills
Warner
Taber
Wainwright
Paintearth
Leduc
Clearwater
Lac Ste Anne
FairviewSaddle
Hills MD Peace
City of
Grande Prairie
Special
Area 3
Birch
Hills
Westlock
MD Greenview
Willow
Creek
Cardston
Flagstaff
Beaver
Barrhead
Strathcona
Lacombe
Special
Area 2
Provost
Lethbridge
(9) MUNICIPAL LEADERS
•Standing Motion / Fixed Rate
•Up to $210K per year
•Protective Services Budget
REGIONAL LEADERS
•Towns/Villages within boundaries
•Minimum $2 per capita
•50% over $2 per capita
•New! 5 rural municipalities
•New! 6 urban municipalities
•Pending: MDLSR, Lac La Biche, Parkland
•Over 90% United effort
•Minimum $2 per capita
•Move to fixed rate of support
•Alleviate fluctuation in census
*GREEN = municipal supporters *WHITE = non-supporter
Red Deer
Kneehill
Drumheller
Wheatland
Rocky View
Thorhild
Stettler
Vulcan
MUNICIPAL LEADERS!
United effort ensures robust health & safety network for all.
Sturgeon
Hinton
Edson
Smoky
Lake
Mountain
View
Ponoka
Vermilion
River
Starland
Woodlands
WetaskiwinBrazeau
Two Hills & Town of
Two Hills
St. Paul
Minburn
Camrose
NewellTown Diamond Valley
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WITHIN KNEEHILL COUNTY @ December 15, 2023 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 TOTAL
Near Acme 2 2 1 3 8
Near Carbon 2 2 4
Near Linden 3 2 1 1 2 9
Near Munson 1 1 2
Three Hills Hospital (critical inter-facility transfers)2 7 9 5 15 38
Near Three Hills (scene calls)1 4 5
Near Torrington 1 2 1 4
Near Trochu 2 1 3
TOTAL (Averages 13-14 missions per year)11 13 17 11 21 73
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144 Total Residents flown
(3) STARS bases –Calgary –Edmonton –Grande Prairie
103 Picked up within Kneehill County
41 Residents flown from 15 other municipalities
2023 Update = 17 Residents flown
(1) Acme
(3) Carbon
(3) Linden
(3) Three Hills
(3) Torrington
(4) Trochu
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EMERGENCY
LINK
CENTRE (ELC)
•Over 36,000 emergency
requests/year
•STARS Vigilant monitors
over 4,000 registered sites/year
Receives 100 Calls Per Day
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STARS Transport Physicians
•Medical and procedural guidance
•Every critical call
•All modes of transport
•Logistical arrangements with
receiving Drs. and Hospitals
✓Critical Care
✓Physically
✓Virtually
✓Positive Results
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Generational
Investment
H145 Fleet (10)
Campaign Completed
All bases H145 Operational
Night Vision Goggles (NVG)
1st Civilian Org. in Canada (2002)
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•High-fidelity mannequins
•Neonatal –Pediatric –Adult
•Pregnancy
•Replicate complex/distinct cases
Mandatory
Training
Simulation Lab
•Up to 200 hours per year
•Online textbook
•Hands-on simulation
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•Ready for the unthinkable
•Inclement weather
•Patient vulnerability
•High-consequence situations
Simulation
In the Field
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•Landing zone training
•Mock-training scenarios
•Multi-casualty incidents
Chain of Survival
Partners
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•Rigorous competition
•Triage multiple patients
•Complex/inconceivable critical situations
•Graded: decision-making/timing/pt. outcome
Air Medical Transport
Conference (AMTC)
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1st Place
2022 AMTC
Winner
KNEEHILL COUNTY
LEADERSHIP –DEDICATION –SUPPORT (1988)
A life is saved every day. Partnership makes it possible.
CURRENT PLEDGE OF SUPPORT
$3000 PER YEAR FIXED RATE
2024, 2025
OUR REQUEST
2024 - $5000 FIXED RATE ($1 PER)
2025 - $7500 FIXED RATE ($1.50 PER)
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Request to Amend Land Use Bylaw 1808
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Prepared By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer
Presented By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
1. That Council move first reading of proposed Bylaw 1894 for the purpose of amending Land Use
Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SE 24-28-24 W4 and NE 13-28-24 W4 from Agriculture
District to Light Industrial District.
2. That Council move to schedule the Public Hearing, as per Sections 216.4 & 692 of the Municipal
Government Act, to be held on February 13, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Municipal Government Act, Alberta Utilities Commission, Alberta Environment &
Protected Areas
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Land Use Bylaw 1808 and Municipal Development Plan 1829
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Britestone Hutterian Brethren Church are the current landowners of a Ptn. SE 24-28-24 W4 and NE 13-
28-24 W4 and they have granted SABR Energy Consulting Inc. the authority (Agent) to apply on behalf of
Athill Tech Solution Ltd. to construct and operate a 9.97-megawatt natural gas-fired power plant for
bitcoin mining/data center operation.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The proposed site is located approximately 6 miles southwest of the Village of Carbon. The site is
accessed via Highway 21. The applicants will be placing 7 natural gas generators which will connect to
20 data centre containers. An office trailer will also be placed on site. This lease will be directly west of
the existing Ember lease. The Ptn. of NE 13-28-24 W4 is for access only. The entire workspace is within
the SE 24-28-24 W4.
Ember Resources has approved the connection of the data centre to their natural gas facility.
Below are the uses which can be introduced on the lands that have been redesignated to the Light
Industrial District.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
There are no financial implications to the operating budget. If successful in their development, additional
tax revenue will become part of our overall assessment.
There are no staffing implications to the recommended motion.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Consultative Decision (Consulting the Public- Two Way Communication)
Tools: Public Hearing Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Bylaw 1894
Light Industrial District
Letter of Intent
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council move first reading of proposed Bylaw 1894 for the purpose of amending Land
Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SE 24-28-24 W4 and NE 13-28-24 W4 from
Agriculture District to Light Industrial District.
2. That Council move to schedule the Public Hearing, as per Sections 230 & 692 of the
Municipal Government Act, to be held on February 13, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.
3. That Council move to schedule the Public hearing at an alternate date and time.
4. Council request more information prior to proceeding with first reading.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will ensure that the required notifications and advertising are done prior to the public
hearing as per Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services Approved- ☒
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BYLAW NO. 1894
REDESIGNATION FROM AGRICULTURE DISTRICT
TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT
BEING A BYLAW OF THE COUNCIL OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO AMEND
LAND USE BYLAW NO. 1808
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000,
as amended, a Municipal Council has authority to govern and to pass bylaws respecting the municipality;
and
WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Bylaw No. 1808 in the manner hereinafter.
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, in the Province of Alberta, duly assembled, and
under the powers conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, Chapter M-26,
and amendment thereto, enacts as follows:
1. THAT in PART XIV- LAND USE MAPS, the relevant 2.23 acres of SE 24-28-24 W4 and 0.29
acres of NE 13-28-24 W4 shown on the sketch below are to be redesignated from A –
Agriculture District to LI- Light Industrial District.
2. EFFECTIVE DATE
(1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading.
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Bylaw No. 1894, Agriculture District to
Light Industrial District Bylaw Page 2 of 2
READ a first time on this 9h day of January, 2024.
Public Hearing Date on this 13th day of February, 2024.
READ a second time on this _____ day of _______________, 2024.
READ a third time and final time of this ______ day of _________________, 2024.
Reeve
Ken King
Date Bylaw Signed
Chief Administrative Officer
Mike Haugen
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Land Use Bylaw
1808
118
102. LI – Light Industrial District
Purpose
To provide for a wide range of low intensive industrial and commercial land uses in the rural
areas, which are easily accessible.
Permitted Uses
(a) Accessory Building
(b) Automotive and Recreational Vehicle
Sales and Rentals
(c) Cannabis, Micro-Cultivation
(d) Cannabis, Micro-Processing
(e) Cannabis, Nursery License
(f) Cannabis, Sale License (Medical)
(g) Farm and Industrial Equipment and
Machinery Sales and Service
(h) Industrial Manufacturing/Processing
(i) Industrial Storage & Warehousing
(j) Motor Vehicle Servicing, Repair & Storage –
Service Station
(k) Office
(l) Public Utility Building
(m) Security Suite
(n) Solar, Private – Ground Mounted
(o) Veterinary Clinic
Discretionary Uses
(a) Abattoir
(b) Accessory Use(s)
(c) Agricultural Processing
(d) Agricultural Support Services
(e) Auction Mart
(f) Auction Mart, Livestock
(g) Bulk Fuel Depot
(h) Cannabis, Sale License (Non-Medical)
(i) Cannabis, Standard Cultivation
(j) Cannabis, Standard Processing
(k) Car/Truck Wash
(l) Commercial Storage
(m) Data Centre
(n) Drive-through Business
(o) Eating and Drinking Establishment
(p) Equipment Rentals
(q) Gas Bar
(r) Gas & Oilfield Services Business, Minor
(s) Hazardous/Noxious Uses
(t) Housing, Employee
(u) Meat Market/Butcher
(v) Outdoor Storage Facility
(w) Portable Storage Container
(x) Public or Quasi-public Use
(y) Restaurant
(z) Recycling Collection Point
(aa) Recycling Depot
(bb) Sign
(cc) Truck Stop
(dd) Veterinary Hospital
(ee) Warehousing
(ff) Wind Energy Conservation System, Private
(gg) Wrecking Yard
(1) Subdivision Regulations
(a) Minimum Lot Area: 1 acre (0.4 ha)
(b) Minimum Lot Area Width 30.5 m (98.4 ft.)
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Land Use Bylaw
1808
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(2) Development Regulations
(a) Minimum Gross Floor Area for Housing,
Employee:
74 m² (800 ft.²)
(b) Minimum Gross Floor Area for Other uses: at the discretion of the Development
Authority
(c) Maximum Lot Coverage: Sixty Percent (60%)
(d) Maximum Height of any Principal or
Accessory Structure
12.0 m (39.4 ft.)
(3) Siting Regulations
(a) Minimum Yard, Front Setback from the
rights-of-way of a primary highway or as
required by Alberta Transportation:
41.1 m (135 ft.)
(b) Minimum Yard, Front Setback from the
rights-of-way of a Road other that a primary
Highway:
30.5 m (100 ft.)
(c) Minimum Side Yard Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.)
(d) Minimum Yard, Rear Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.)
(4) Landscaping Requirements
(a) Notwithstanding requirements listed in Part IX, Landscaping, Fencing and Screening, a
minimum 3.0 m (10 ft.) wide landscaped buffer shall be provided along the rear and side
parcel boundaries adjacent any residential land use. Landscaping shall be provided to
the satisfaction of the Development Authority, and may include construction of a 1.8 m (6
ft.) solid fence or wall and the planting of trees and may include the planting of shrubs
and/or other vegetation and the construction of a landscaped berm.
(b) Notwithstanding (a) above, at the discretion of the Development Authority, screening
may be provided along the rear and side parcel boundaries adjacent to non-industrial
use land uses and may include the construction of a 1.8 m (6 ft.) tall solid screened
fence and the planting of trees, shrubs and other vegetation.
(c) Landscaping requirements within the front yard shall be at the discretion of the
Development Authority.
(d) Landscaping must not impede the sight triangle of intersections of roads and
approaches as per Section 36.
(5) Special Requirements for Rural Industrial Development
(a) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall be located within a reasonable distance of:
i. a primary highway to which the planned use or park has access; or
ii. a railway to which the park has access, or both.
(b) Rural industrial parks (3 or more lots) must be contained within an approved Area
Structure Plan.
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Land Use Bylaw
1808
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(c) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall be located and designed so as not to
create conflicts with adjacent or surrounding land uses through unsightly appearance,
emission of noise or pollutants, creation of dust or similar disturbances.
(d) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall not locate on lands having a potential for
flooding, erosion, subsidence, steep slopes or otherwise containing adverse physical
features.
(e) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall have adequate sewage disposal systems
and available water supplies as required by appropriate authorities.
(6) In considering subdivision or development permit applications for industrial uses adjacent to
existing residential developments, the Development Authority may impose conditions
addressing:
(a) The provision of proper services and access to the site;
(b) Aesthetics;
(c) The control of signage;
(d) The control of noise;
(e) A development agreement, with the need to provide security; and
(f) Any other issue deemed necessary by the Development Authority.
(7) In addition to the regulations listed above, other regulations may apply. These include Part
VII – General Land Use Regulations, Part VIII – Specific Land Use Regulations, Part IX –
Landscaping, Fencing and Screening, Part X – Parking and Loading Regulations, and Part
XI – Sign Regulations.
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Page 34 of 100
REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 1 of 2
Version: 2022-02
Subject: Budget Increase for Integrated Facility Condition and Asset Retirement
Assessment Project
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Prepared By: Ashley Olson, Financial Controller
Presented By: Ashley Olson, Financial Controller
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council increase the budget for the ‘Integrated Facility Condition and Asset Retirement Assessment
Project’ by $40,000 to a total of $365,000 to be funded from the Contingency Reserve over a period of three
years.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Public Sector Accounting Standards (PSAS) PS 3280 – Asset Retirement Obligations
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
On October 24th, 2023, the Council approved $325,000 for the 'Integrated Facility Condition and Asset
Retirement Assessment Project,' introduced on October 13th, 2023. As detailed in the report, this project
merges two initiatives (Facility Condition Assessment and Asset Retirement Obligation Assessment) due
to their shared nature. Approved outside the 2024 budget process, it was expedited for approval to ensure
compliance with public sector accounting standards for the 2023 fiscal year-end.
Following the Request for Proposals (RFP) process, five submissions were received. Notably, one
proponent bid solely on the Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) Assessment, two on the Facility Condition
Assessment (FCA), and two on the combined project. Costs ranged from $200,443 to $533,138 for FCA
and $16,500 to $49,367 for ARO.
Despite the initial intention to integrate both projects, the evaluation identified optimal proponents from
different submissions. Interviews clarified the proposal scopes and approach, influencing the consideration
to award the projects separately.
Consequently, this proposal seeks a $40,000 budget increase, bringing the total project cost to $365,000,
inclusive of an approximate 5% contingency. This adjustment is crucial for enabling separate awards and
ensuring optimal resource allocation for the success ful execution of each project component.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
At present, the organization lacks the internal capacity and expertise to complete the required body of work,
without the engagement of a third party. While this project will have immediate benefit, it will also support
long-term planning, both as it relates to asset management and financial reporting.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 2 of 2
Version: 2022-02
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The recommended funding source remains the Contingency Reserve.
The cost approximate allocation over three years is $365,000.
Year 2023 2024 2025 2026 Total
Asset
Retirement
Obligation
Assessment
$45,000 $45,000
Facility
Condition
Assessment
$500 $119,500 $100,000 $100,000 $320,000
Total Budget $500 $164,500 $100,000 $100,000 $365,000
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
N/A
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Council may approve increased budget to allow both projects to proceed.
2. Council may approve ARO portion only.
3. Council may approve FCA portion only.
4. Council may request additional information.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Upon Council’s approval, Administration will individually award the successful proponents for the ARO and
FCA portions of the project, with an immediate commencement to ensure compliance with financial
reporting obligations for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services Approved- ☒
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 1 of 2
Version: 2022-02
Subject: Master Rates Bylaw #1893
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council give first reading to Bylaw 1893, that being a bylaw to establish rates, fees and charges for
various operations, products, permits and services.
That second reading be given to Bylaw 1893.
That Council gives consent for third and final reading to Bylaw 1893.
That third reading be given to Bylaw 1893.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Municipal Government Act allows Council to pass bylaws regarding municipal services. Kneehill
County has consolidated the fees it charges for providing goods and services into a Master Rates Bylaw
that will be reviewed and updated annually as part of the County’s budgeting process. Administration has
reviewed the rates established in Bylaw 1893 and is proposing the changes summarized below.
Water Charges and Flat Maintenance rates to algin with 2024 Operating and Capital Budget.
Wind Farm Energy Conversion Systems Renamed to match Draft Land Use Bylaw
Building & Development Permits Fees updated.
Weed Control and Management Fees Updated.
Meter Installation costs amended for better clarity.
Campground Fees Updated to avoid redundancy and better clarity.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The proposed fee changes are outlined in more detail in Attachment “A” of this report.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The proposed fee changes align with the proposed 2024 Operating and Capital Budget.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 2 of 2
Version: 2022-02
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment “A”- Breakdown of Proposed New Fees and Fee Changes
Bylaw 1893- New Proposed Bylaw
Bylaw 1883- Current Master Rates Bylaw
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Provide all three readings to Bylaw 1893.
2. Provide first reading to Bylaw 1893.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Attachment “A”- Breakdown of Proposed New Fees and Fee Changes
Proposed New Fees
Fee 2023 Rate Proposed 2024
Rate
Rationale
Planning & Development
Development Permits-Class
4- Major Commercial,
Industrial & Recreation
Wind Energy Conversion
System (Category 1 &2)
$150.00 New fee for Private Systems
Agricultural Service Board
Inspections for
Municipalities
Pest, Weed or Other
Inspections, Inclusive of
Administrative Time
$40.00/hr/staff
+ current CRA
Mileage Rate
Fenceline Weed Control
Private Headland
Herbicide Application Along
County Right of Way
No Charge Added to reflect current practices
related to roadside weed control.
Private Land Weed Control
Herbicide Application up
to 2 Acres Per Parcel of
regulated Weed Species on
Non-Cropland
75.00/acre
plus chemical
$100.00/hr/Staff
+ Herbicide Cost
Rate and metric adjusted to be
closer to industry rate.
Weed Management
Enforcement
Utilized when Kneehill
County is required to
proceed with enforcement
action following a Weed or
Pest Control Notice.
All Services minimum of 1
hour
Truck Mounted Sprayer
with on operator
$150.00/hr +
Herbicide Cost
This section is added to create a
clear structure around
enforcement related weed control
and was developed utilizing rates
set by other comparable
municipalities as well as for full
cost recovery and stricter penalties
related to the need for
enforcement.
ATV/UTV Sprayer with
one operator
$125.00/hr +
Herbicide Cost
Backpack Sprayer with
one operator
$100.00/hr +
Herbicide Cost
Labour (per person
charge), includes hand
picking, weed whacking,
$50.00/hr
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additional operator if
required for other
application methods
Mowing, Tilling, Seeding,
Waste Tipping Fee
Current Third
Party Rates
Administration Fee for
Weed Management
Enforcement due to Non-
Compliance
$100.00/hr +
25% of cost of
services
rendered
Proposed Changes to Existing Fees
Fee 2023 Rate Proposed
2024 Rate
Rationale
Utilities and Environmental Services
Service Charges &
Installation
Meter Installation:
Meter Costs plus
$40.00
$700.00 Changed to Flat Rate to make it
straight forward for the customer
to know the exact cost and for
staff for billing.
Damaged Meter
Replacement
Meter Cost plus
$40.00
$700.00 Changed to Flat Rate to make it
straight forward for the customer
to know the exact cost and for
staff for billing.
Temporary Service Meter Cost plus
$40.00
$700.00 Changed to Flat Rate to make it
straight forward for the customer
to know the exact cost and for
staff for billing.
Water Charges
Bulk Water Stations
$4.60/cubic
metre
$4.85/cubic
metre
Alignment with the 2024 Budget
Flat Maintenance Rate $60.00 bi
monthly
$62.00 bi
monthly
Alignment with the 2024 Budget
Water Rates
Hamlets of Huxley &
Wimborne
$2.10/cubic
metre
$2.35/cubic
metre
Alignment with the 2024 Budget
Water Rates
Water Serviced Areas
for Swalwell, Torrington,
Sunnyslope WSA, Churchill
Water Coop, Equity,
Gamble, Grainger/Hesketh,
Kirkpatrick, Mt. Vernon,
Selkirk
$3.60/cubic
metre
$3.85/cubic
metre
Alignment with the 2023 Budget
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Fee 2023 Rate Proposed
2024 Rate
Rationale
Planning & Development
Development Permits-Class
4- Major Commercial,
Industrial & Recreation
Wind Energy Conversion
(Category 3)
500.00 500.00 Change the name from Wind
Farm Towers to Wind Energy
Conversion System to match the
bylaw
Building Permit Fees
Garage-
Detached/Attached less
than 800 Sq Ft.
120.00 Removed Removed less than 800 square
feet, as there will now only be
one flat fee for Garage-
detached/attached which will be
$160.00
Building Permit Fees
Garage-
detached/attached flat fee
160.00 160.00 Removed the greater than 800
square feet and made one flat fee
for Garage Detached/attached
Parks and Cemeteries
A Definition was included stating that a Camping Unit=RV/Trailer
or Tent Sleeping a Single Family
Changes were then made to Braconnier, Torrington,
Swallwell reflecting Camping Unit per Night instead of
having two charges for Tenting and RV
Rates for Overnight camping remain the same at $20.00 per night
Change was made to reduce
redundancy.
Horseshoe Canyon Fees
Park Fee Added (when
staff are on-site) replacing
Pay Parking Fee
$2.00 per vehicle $2.00 per
vehicle
Better Clarity
Keivers Lake Campground
Fees
Fees stay the
same
Un-serviced=
$25.00
Serviced=
$35.00
Group Site=
$100.00
Changed wording to reflect
camping units instead of
RV’s/Tents for better clarity.
Day Use Site Per Day $50.00 $20.00 This used to be just Reservation
for Day Use Area. Now there are
two fees broken out to better
define what the user is going to
use and the charge associated
with it.
Camp Kitchen & Ball
Diamond per day (no
overnight)
$50.00 $100.00 This used to be just Reservation
for Day Use Area. Now there are
two fees broken out to better
define what the user is going to
use and the charge associated
with it.
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Fee 2023 Rate Proposed
2024 Rate
Rationale
Peace Officer Bylaw Enforcement
Add Snow Removal on
Properties to the already
existing Mowing Properties
At cost At cost plus
Enforcement
Officer time
during the
remediation
Better Clarity
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BYLAW NO 1893
MASTER RATES BYLAW
BEING A BYLAW OF THE COUNCIL OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO ESTABLISH
RATES, FEES, AND CHARGES FOR VARIOUS GOODS, LICENSES, PERMITS AND SERVICES.
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000,
as amended, a Municipal Council has authority to govern and the authority to pass Bylaws respecting
the municipality, including services provided by or on behalf of the Municipality; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000,
as amended, a Municipal Council has authority to govern and the authority to pass Bylaws respecting
the municipality, including establishing fees for licenses, permits and approvals that are higher for
persons or businesses who do not reside or maintain a place of business in the municipality; and
WHEREAS, the Municipal Council deems it appropriate to establish rates, fees and charges for the
various licenses, permits, goods and services, provided by Kneehill County; and
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, in the Province of Alberta, duly assembled, enacts as
follows:
1. This bylaw shall be cited as the Master Rates Bylaw.
2. The annual rates, fees, and charges for various goods, licenses, permits and services shall be
established as per Schedule “A”, attached to and forming part of this Bylaw.
3. Master Rates Bylaw 1883 is hereby repealed
4. That this bylaw shall take effect at third reading.
READ a first time on this 9th day of January, 2024.
READ a second time on this 9th day of January , 2024.
UNANIMOUS consent for third reading was provided on the 9th day of January , 2024.
READ a third time and final time of this 9th day of January , 2024.
Reeve
Jerry Wittstock
Date Bylaw Signed
Chief Administrative Officer
Mike Haugen
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Bylaw No. 1893, Master Rates Bylaw Page 2 of 18
Schedule ‘A’
Master Rates
** MOST GOODS AND SERVICES LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO GST **
ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE
Aerial Photos
Description Fee
Land Owners No Fee
Others $0.25 each
Geo-Referenced Photos
Description Fee
Set up fee & first ¼ $50.00
Additional quarters $25.00
Kneehill County Maps
Description Fee
24 inch – regular $10.00 each
32 inch – regular $15.00 each
32 inch – laminated $35.00 each
42 inch – regular $20.00 each
42 inch – laminated $40.00 each
60 inch – regular $30.00 each
Map Book $25.00 each
Mailing Tube $10.00 each
Shipping Charges $10.00 each
Custom Plotter (Scanned)
Description Fee
24 inch $50.00 each
32 inch $75.00 each
42 inch $100.00 each
60 inch $150.00 each
Map scanned and sent digitally $75.00 each
Flags
Description Fee
County $70 each
Photocopies
Description Fee
Ratepayers/Non- staff $0.50 per page
Staff $0.10 per page
Late Penalty Charges
Description Fee
Account Receivable Billings 1.5% per month
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NSF Returned Cheque
Description Fee
NSF Returned Cheque $30.00 each
Tax Certificates
Description Fee
Tax Certificate $20.00 each
Tax Registration $100.00/file
Tax Exemption Application
Description
Application Fee $150.00
Well Drilling Equipment Tax
Description Fee
As per Municipal Government Act http://www.qp.alberta.ca
Assessment Sheets
Description Fee
Assessment Summary or Detail Sheet (Free to
Landowner) $5.00 each
Additional pages $1.00 each
Assessment Appeal Fees
Description Fee
Residential & Farm (Refundable if Successful) $50.00 each
Non-Residential (Refundable if Successful):
Assessment Value of $1.00 to $500,000 $100.00 each
Assessment value of $500,001 to $5,000,000 $200.00 each
Assessment value of $5,000,001 and above $500.00 each
Reports/Details/Photocopies $5.00 each
Election
Description Fee
Nomination Paper Filing Fee $100.00
FOIP Services
Description Fee
Searching for, locating and retrieving a record $6.75 per 1/4 hour
Producing a copy of a record:
Paper copies color up to 8 ½” X 14” $0.50 per page
Paper copies Black & White
up to 8 ½” X 14” $0.25 per page
Electronic copies (i.e. USB) Cost
Large Format (i.e. maps) Cost
Preparing and handling a record for disclosure $6.75 per 1/4 hour
Supervising the examination of a record $6.75 per 1/4 hour
Shipping a record or a copy of a record Cost
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AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD
General
Description Fee
Private Land Weed Control $75.00/acre plus chemicals
Urban Weed & Pest Inspection Fee $30.00/hr + $0.55/km
Pasture Land Lease Tendered
Inspections for Municipalities
Description Fee
Pest, Weed or Other Inspections, Inclusive of
Administrative Time
$40.00/hr/staff + current CRA
Mileage Rate
Fenceline Weed Control
Description Fee
Private Headland Herbicide Application Along County
Right of Way No Charge
Private Land Weed Control
Description Fee
Herbicide Application up to 2 Acres Per Parcel of
regulated Weed Species on Non-Cropland
$100.00/hr/Staff + Herbicide
Cost
Weed Management Enforcement
Utilized when Kneehill County is required to proceed with enforcment action following a Weed or
Pest Control Notice.
Description Fee
All Services minimum of 1 hour
Truck Mounted Sprayer with on operator $150.00/hr + Herbicide Cost
ATV/UTV Sprayer with one operator $125.00/hr + Herbicide Cost
Backpack Sprayer with one operator $100.00/hr + Herbicide Cost
Labour (per person charge), includes hand picking,
weed whacking, additional operator if required for
other application methods $50.00/hr
Mowing, Tilling, Seeding, Waste Tipping Fee Current Third Party Rates
Administration Fee for Weed Management
Enforcement due to Non-Compliance
$100.00/hr + 25% of cost of
services rendered
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OPERATIONS
Residential
Approach Application
Description Fee
Residential/Farm No Fee
Grader
Description Fee
Grading Private Laneway/Snowplowing Services per hour
(1hour minimum including travel time) $220.00/hour
Dust Control
Description Fee
Calcium Chloride (2 applications) $10.50/metre
Calcium Top Spray (1 application) $5.25/metre
Spec Crude $62.00/metre
Road Development Assessment Fee
Description Fee
Road Development Assessment Fee $750
Industrial/Commercial
Road Bonds
Description Fee
Road Bonds As per Agreement
Temporary Right of Way Water Line Agreement
Description Fee
Temporary Right of Way Water Line Agreement $300.00
Approaches/Crossings
Description Fee
Pipeline Crossing Application $300.00 each
Approach Application $300.00
Road Inspection/ Rig Moves
Description Fee
Inspections $300.00
Road Permit
Description Fee
Fixed Fee Road Permit $20.00
Road Development Assessment Fee
Description Fee
Road Development Assessment Fee $750
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Services to Other Municipalities
Equipment/Services
Description Fee
Equipment/Services 25% less of Alberta
Roadbuilders and Heavy
Construction Ass’n during
business hours any
Overtime required will be
subjected to 100% of ARHCA
fee applies,
Or as per agreement
Hydro Vac Fee $250.00 per hour (this
includes two staff members)
Dust Control
Description Fee
Calcium Chloride $10.50/meter
Spec Crude $62.00/meter
Road Product
Description Fee
Road product Kneehill County Cost
*Sand and Salt Mixture will not be sold to private
individuals or businesses
PARKS & CEMETERIES
*Definition: Camping Unit=RV/Trailer or Tent sleeping a single family
Horseshoe Canyon Fees
Pay Parking Fees Park Fee (when staff are on-site) $2.00 per vehicle
Braconnier Campground Fees
Camping Unit per night $20.00
Tenting per night $20.00
RV/Trailer per night $20.00
Torrington Campground Fees
Camping Unit per night $20.00
Tenting per night $20.00
RV/Trailer per night $20.00
Swalwell Campground Fees
Camping Unit per night $20.00
Tenting per night $20.00
RV/Trailer per night $20.00
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Keiver’s Lake Campground Fees
Tenting per unit per night (non-reservable stalls) $25.00
Un-serviced sites per camping unit per night (non-
reservable stalls) $25.00
Serviced Sites per unit per night (non-reservable) $35.00
Serviced Site (reservable) per camping unit per night $35.00
Group Site- RV/Trailer Group per night (minimum of 4 @
$25/unit per night) per night (4 camping units)
$25.00
$100.00
Reservation Deposit for RV Group Site(minimum of 4 units
@ $25/unit per night) $100.00
Group Site- Tents per night (minimum of 4 units @
$20/unit per night) $20.00
Additional Camping Unit $25.00
Changes to campsite reservations (no charge for
address/name changes-non-refundable) $5.00
Day Use Site Per Day $20.00
Reservation for Day Use Area (not including playground
area)
Camp Kitchen & Ball Diamond per day (no overnight)
$50.00
$100.00
* Prepayments and deposits only refunded with 72 hours’ notice.
Firewood
Description Fee
Firewood per bundle $10.00
Mowing
Description Fee
Mowing (per unit per hour) Per Province of Alberta Rates
Commemorative Bench Fee
Description Fee
Commemorative Bench $2,000.00 per bench
Cemetery Plot (2 plot limit)
Description Fee
Resident, Property Owner, former County resident $500.00 each
Non-County Resident-Outside geographic area $1500.00 each
Cemetery Maintenance
Description Fe
Trochu Catholic $200.00 per year
Roman Catholic Cemetery $200.00 per year
Torrington Trinity Lutheran Cemetery $200.00 per year
Trochu St. John’s Lutheran $200.00 per year
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PROTECTIVE SERVICES
Burn Permit
Description Fee
Burn Permit No Fee
Fire Safety Codes Inspection Services
Description
Inspection (Licensing, onsite pre and during
construction) $100.00 per hour
Occupancy Load Certificates $100.00 her hour
Fire Code Plan Review $150.00 per hour
Re-inspections $175.00 per hour
Mileage $.75/Kilometre
Special Events Floor Plan Review and
Inspection $150.00 per hour
Inspections done by Third Party Contractor At Cost
Fire Safety Codes Investigation Services
Description
Fire Investigation Services (each officer) $150.00 per hour
Witness/Litigation Services $150.00 per hour
Lab Reporting, Administrative, Imagery $150.00 per hour
Investigations done by Third Party
Contractor At Cost
Mileage $.75/Kilometre
Fireworks
Description Fee
Fireworks Discharge Permit No Fee – In Burn Permit Process
Fire Services Fees
Motor Vehicle Collision Rate - Equipment
Charges
Current AB Transportation Rate Per unit
Per Hour
Fee for Service Recovery – Per Unit Per Hour AB Transportation Rates
Fee for Service Recovery- Materials Actual Expenses/Costs
Mutual Aid Responses- Equipment, Manpower or Other Resources
Description Fee
Mutual Aid Responses- Equipment,
Manpower or Other Resources Pursuant to Mutual Aid Agreements
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Animal Control
Description Fee
Annual License Fee - Unaltered or Altered
Dog No Fee each
Replacement Tag $2.00 each
Impound Fee At Cost
Boarding Fee At Cost
Veterinarian Fee At Cost
Kennel License Fee $100.00
Capturing Fee At Cost
Peace Officer Bylaw Enforcement
Description Fee
Peace Officer Bylaw Enforcement As per Agreement(s)
Unsightly Properties – Cost of Ordered
Clean-Up As per Municipal Government Act
Mowing or Snow Removal on Properties (by
a third party contractor)
At cost plus Enforcement Officer time
during the remediation
PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT
General
Description Fee
Appeal Fees- owners/adjacent $300.00 each
ASP - New Specific Proposal $5000.00 each
ASP Review $2000.00 each
Land Use Bylaw Amendment $1,500.00 each
Outline/Concept Plan $2500.00 each
Outline/Concept Plan Amendment $1000.00 each
Municipal Development Plan Amendment $2000.00 each
Inter-municipal Development Plan Amendment $2000.00 each
Caveat Discharge $100.00 each
Rural Address Sign $250.00 each
Replacement Rural Address Sign (owner install) $100.00 each
Request For File Search (1/2 hr. min.) $50.00 per hour
Land Use By-Law $20.00 each
Land Use By-Law Maps $25.00 each
Municipal Development Plan $15.00 each
Area Structure Plan - electronic copy $25.00 each
Area Structure Plan – supportive reports electronic $25.00 each
Certificate of Compliance- $100.00 each
Rezoning / Re-designation $900.00 each
Rezoning Direct Control $1,200.00 each
Road Closure Request Application $1,000.00 each
Contravention to Land Use By-Law $1600.00
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Development Permits- Class 1 – Minor Development
Description Fee
Additions to Buildings <500 sq. ft $75.00 each
Additions to Buildings >500 sq. ft $100.00 each
Addition to Building multi-use $150.00 each
Porches $75.00 each
Fences $40.00 each
Signs $75.00 each
Accessory Buildings 200 – 1000 sq. ft. $50.00 each
Accessory Buildings 1001-2500 sq. ft. $100.00 each
Accessory Buildings >2500 sq. ft. $200.00 each
Temporary Buildings $75.00 > 200 sq. ft. each
Minor Home Occupation $100.00 one-time
Portable Storage Container(s) per Application $50.00 each
Revision to Active DP (Discretionary use/already
permitted) $75.00 each
Alternative Energy Residential $50.00 each
Hen License $30.00 one-time fee
Unlisted Similar Use $75.00 each
Development Permits- Class 2- Residential, Minor Commercial and Change in Land Use
Description Fee
Major Home Occupations $200.00
Single Family Dwelling Unit $250.00 Discretionary
Single Family Dwelling Unit $150.00 Permitted
Duplex (2 dwelling units) $250.00 flat fee
Multi-Attached Dwelling (3 or more dwelling units)
$300.00 flat fee plus
$50.00/dwelling
Maximum $15,000.00
Bed and Breakfast $150.00 plus $50.00/unit
Change in use of land or intensity of use,
where a permit is required $150.00
Livestock Development Permit $100.00
Agricultural Business Use $200.00
Telecommunication towers $300.00
Single wind turbine $400.00
Kennels $300.00
Stripping and Excavation Permit $200.00
Unlisted Similar Use $200.00
Filming Fee – Minor $200.00
Filming Fee – Major $500.00
Damage Deposit for Filming (Cast & Crew Larger than
150) $5,000.00
Damage Deposit for Filming (Cast & Crew 51-150) $2,500.00
Charge to Damage Deposit for Clean-up $65.00/hour
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Development Permits- Class 3- Institutional, Commercial and Light Industrial
Description Fee
RV/Storage $300.00
Compressor Stations, Oilfield Buildings $400.00
Greenhouse (Not include cannabis production) $400.00
Private Schools and churches $400.00
Machinery repair and/or sales $400.00
Restaurants, service stations, hotels, retail and service $400.00
Health & Public Services Uses not already considered in
fee schedule $400.00
Cannabis, Micro-Cultivation, Micro-Processing, Nursery $400.00
Cannabis, Sale License (Medical) $500.00
Unlisted similar use: Refer to following range based on
construction cost (in $)
<500,000 $500.00
500,000 – 2,000,000 $1,000.00
2,000,001 – 5,000,000 $2,000.00
>5,000,000 $4,000.00
Development Permits- Class 4- Major Commercial, Industrial and Recreation
Description Fee
Cannabis, Sale License (Non-Medical) $500.00
Cannabis, Retail Sales (Medical & Non-Medical) $500.00
Cannabis, Standard Cultivation & Processing $500.00
Sand or gravel extraction $750.00 each
Wind Farm Towers $500.00 each
Wind Energy Conversion System (Category 1 & 2) fee for
private systems $150.00
Wind Energy Conversion System (Category 3) $500.00
Golf Courses $500.00 each
Campsites (Campgrounds) $500.00 each
Work Camp $500.00 each
Alternative Energy $500.00 each
Unlisted Similar Use $500.00 each
Major Industrial or Processing $1000.00 each
Solar Generation for Distribution $500 + $50/acre
Unlisted similar use: Refer to following range based on
construction cost (in $)
<500,000 $500.00
500,000 – 2,000,000 $1,500.00
2,000,001 – 5,000,000 $2,500.00
>5,000,000 $5,000.00
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Development Permits- Class 5- Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors
Description Annual Fee
Keiver’s Lake Campground, Orkney Viewpoint
Season $250.00
Month $100.00
Weekend $50.00
Braconnier’s Dam Campground, Swalwell Dam Campground, Torrington Campground
Season $150.00
Month $75.00
Weekend $50.00
Horseshoe Canyon
Season $625.00
Month $150.00
Weekend $50.00
Development Permits- Class 6- Exceptions
Description Fee
Non-profit public or community buildings No Fee
Public utility buildings No Fee
Fee For Development Permit After the Fact Double Permit Fee
Variance/Relaxation to Development Application $75.00
Mobile Business License – Resident $100.00
Mobile Business License – Non – Resident $150.00
Public Events <= 150 People $100.00
Public Events > 150 People $200.00
Refundable Damage Deposit in accordance with Bylaw
1847, Special Events Bylaw (151+ people) $5,000.00
Refundable Damage Deposit in accordance with Bylaw
1847, Special Events Bylaw (51-150 people) $2,500.00
Charge to Damage Deposit to Clean-Up $65.00 /hr
Subdivision Fees
Description Fee
One Parcel $650.00 for 1st parcel
Two Plus Parcels $250.00 Per ea. Additional parcel
Time Extensions $250.00
Endorsement Fees
Description Fee
For Each Parcel Created $300.00 For each parcel
Additional Fees
Description Fee
Development Agreement Preparation $500.00
External Engineering Review $25/acre (max = $5000)
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SAFETY CODE FEES
General
Description Fee
Minimum Fee (Will be charged if not a specific fee
for permit) $100.00
Penalty for no Safety Code Permit Double applicable fee
Project Cancelled Prior To Inspections 75% Refund
Building Permit Fees
Description Fee
New Single Family Dwellings- Floor Area Sq. Ft.
(Does not include attached garages)
$0.40 per sq. ft.- total of main, 2nd
and additional floors does not
include basement.
Garage – detached/attached Less than 800 sq. ft. $120.00
Garage – detached/attached Greater than 800 sq.
ft. flat fee $160.00
Mobile/Manufactured Homes includes Move-on
and RTM’s $100.00
Homes With Basement $0.25/ft2- min $100
Basement Development (cannot exceed cost of the
house) .20¢/ft² - min $95.00
Additions .40¢/ft² - min $100.00
Renovation .20/ft2-min $100
Decks greater than 2 ft. above grade or 100 ft² $100 flat fee
Fire places/Wood Burning Stove $100.00
Small Accessory Building 100 – 200 ft² $90.00
Change of Use $200.00
Non-Ag. Building <2500 ft² $250.00
Non-Ag. Building >2500 ft² $500.00
Commercial/Industrial
Commercial – hotels, warehouses, stores, etc.
Industrial – waste transfer buildings, water
treatment plants, etc.
Description Fee
$1 - $1 million project value $5.00 /$1,000 – min $150.00
Over $1 million project value
$4.00/$1,000 project value
Portion over $1 million project
value $4/$1000
Oilfield – compressor stations, dehydrator,
separator $5.00/$1000
13ldg.13., motor control center office/13ldg.. min. $250.00 max SCC fee $500.00
Relocatable Industrial Units $120/unit
Demolition Permit – use building permit (not
needed if replacing) $95.00
SCC Levy is 4% of the permit fee with a minimum of $4.50 & maximum of $560.00
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Electrical-Plumbing-Gas-PSDS Permit Fees- Homeowner Fee Schedule
Electrical Installations- New Residential Installations Only
Description Fee
Less than 500 sq. ft. $100.00
501- 1500 sq. ft. $190.00
1501-3000 sq. ft. $215.00
3001-5000 sq. ft. $230.00
5001+ sq. ft. $250.00
with attached garage add $50.00
Detached garage $150.00
Mobile Home Connection $105.00
Temporary Service $90.00
Meter Connection $90.00
Electrical Installations- Small Electrical Installations- Value of Material
Description Fee
$0 - $250 $90.00
$251 - $500 $150.00
$501 - $1000 $175.00
$1001 - $2000 $190.00
$2001 - $3000 $210.00
$3001 - $4000 $230.00
$4001 - $5000 $240.00
$5001 - $6000 $250.00
$6001 - $7000 $260.00
$7001 - $8000 $270.00
$8001 - $9000 $280.00
Add $5 fee for every $1000 installation cost over $9000
Sewer Systems- Private Sewer Disposal System
Description – Homeowner Fees Fee
Open Discharge $300.00
Disposal Field $300.00
Treatment Mound $300.00
Septic Tank Only $200.00
Holding Tank or modification to system $150.00
Plumbing Installations
Description Permit Fee
1-6 fixtures $100.00
7-12 fixtures $175.00
13-20 fixtures $250.00
20+ fixtures $250.00 + $10/fixture over 20
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Gas Installations
Description Permit Fee
1 Outlet $110.00
2 Outlet $110.00
3 Outlet $120.00
4 Outlet $130.00
5 Outlet $140.00
10 per additional outlet
Propane Tank Set & Swap Out (includes connection) $100.00
Gas Furnace Replacement- No Permit unless
Replacing Meter then $90.00
Gas Fire Place- Permit needed if venting & piping
has changed
Grain Dryer Homeowner $200.00
Grain Dryer Contractor $150.00
Contractor Fee Schedule
Electrical Permit Fees
Installation Costs Permit Fee
$0-$1000 $80.00
$1001 - $2000 $100.00
$2001 - $3000 $120.00
$3001 - $4000 $140.00
$4001 - $5000 $160.00
$5001 - $6000 $170.00
$6001 - $7000 $180.00
$7001 - $8000 $190.00
$8001 - $9000 $200.00
$9001 - $10000 $210.00
$10001 - $11000 $220.00
$11001 - $12000 $230.00
$12001 - $13000 $240.00
$13001 - $14000 $250.00
$14001 - $15000 $260.00
$15001 - $16000 $270.00
$16001 - $17000 $280.00
$17001 - $18000 $290.00
$18001 - $19000 $300.00
$19001 - $20000 $310.00
$20,000 + Add $5 fee for every additional $1000 installation cost (Example $100,000 cost
fee= $310+400=$710.00
Mobile Home Connection $80.00
Temporary Service $70.00
Annual Electric Permit and $10.50 SCC levy on each
application $300.00
SCC Levy is 4% of the permit fee with a minimum of $4.50 & maximum of $560.00
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Plumbing Installations
1-10 fixtures $100.00
11-20 fixtures $150.00
20+ fixtures $150.00 + $5.00/fixture over 20
Gas Installations
Description Permit Fee
1 Outlet $90.00
2 Outlet $90.00
3 Outlet $100.00
4 Outlet $110.00
5 Outlet $120.00
5+ Outlet
$10.00 for each additional
Example $120 + $20=$140 Cost Fee
BTU Input Permit Fee
10,000 -150,000 $75.00
160,000 – 190,000 $85.00
200,000 – 300,000 $95.00
350,000 $105.00
400,000 $110.00
450,000 $115.00
500,000 $120.00
550,000 $125.00
600,000 $130.00
650,000 $135.00
700,000 $140.00
750,000 $145.00
800,000 $150.00
850,000 $155.00
900,000 $160.00
1,000,000 $165.00
Add $6 /100,000 BTU over 1,000,000
Other Gas Installations
Description Permit Fee
Man. Home on Basement $130.00
Man. Home w/o Basement $100.00
Propane Tank Set (includes connection) $80.00
Temporary $100.00
Gas Line (Gas Provider) $80.00
Gas line Retest $75.00
Alternative Energy
Residential $3.50 per $1000 construction cost
Industrial/Commercial $5.00 per $1000 construction cost
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Private Sewage Disposal Fees
Description Fee
Open Discharge (includes tank) $250.00
Disposal Field/Treatment Mound (includes tank) $250.00
Septic Tank Only $150.00
Holding Tank or modification to system $100.00
Oilfield Packaged Sewage Treatment Plant $250.00
SCC Levy is 4% of the permit fee with a minimum of $4.50 & maximum of $560.00
UTILITIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
Service Charges & Installation
Description Fee
Meter Installation: per meter More than one meter
Meter Cost plus $40.00
$700.00
Meter Accuracy Test $40.00 per meter
Additional Meter Read $20.00
Service Charge to Attend a Premise $40.00
After Hours Call $40.00/hr with 3 hr min
Disconnection Service Charge – Customer Request $30.00
Reconnection Service Charge – Customer Request $30.00
Disconnection Service Charge – Breach $30.00
Reconnection Service Charge - Breach $30.00
Transfer From Utility to Tax Account $30.00
Damaged Meter Replacement
Meter Cost plus $40.00
$700.00
Late Payment Penalty 1.50% monthly
Temporary Service
Meter Cost plus $40.00
$700.00
Contractor Operator Call Out Rates and Mileage As per agreement
Water Charges
Description Fee
Flat Maintenance Rate – All Service/Future Connections $60.00 $62.00 bimonthly
Bulk Water Stations $4.60 $4.85/ cubic meter
minimum $10 fee per
monthly bill
Base Rate for Hydrant Service/ Maintenance $ 9.75 per month
Account Administration Reactivation Fee (Bulk Water) $25.00
Riser Fee $10,000.00 / riser
Approved Increase For Rural Water Volume $10,000.00 / riser
Non-County Residential Connection Rural Waterline $15,000.00
Hamlet Utility Service For Un-serviced Lots $2,500.00
"Hamlet" means the communities of Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington and Wimborne
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Water Modeling
Description Fee
Adjacent to Line $750.00
Non-Adjacent to Line $1,000.00
Non-Adjacent to Line for Multiple Developments $1,000.00 per request
Water Rates
Description Fee
Huxley $2.10 $2.35 per cubic metre
Swalwell $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Torrington $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Wimborne $2.10 $2.35 per cubic metre
Sunnyslope WSA $3.60 $3.85per cubic metre
Churchill Water Co-op $3.60 $3.85per cubic metre
Equity WSA $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Gamble WSA $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Grainger/Hesketh $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Kirkpatrick WSA $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Mt. Vernon Co-op $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Selkirk WSA $3.60 $3.85 per cubic metre
Sewage Charges
Description Fee
Huxley $2.33 per house/month
Swalwell $6.12 per house/month
Torrington $3.45 per house/month
Mobile Home Parks $3.45 per occupied lot/month
Wimborne $14.54 per house/month
Garbage
Description Fee
Residents – Waste Disposal Site Drop-Offs No Charge
Non-Resident/Commercial Tipping Fee -1/2 Ton Truck $20.00 each
Non-Resident/Commercial Tipping Fee -1 Ton Truck $40.00 each
Non-Resident/Commercial Tipping Fee- Trailer 8-20 feet $50.00 each
Non-Resident/Commercial Tipping Fee -Loads larger than
specified $80.00 each
All Users - Freon Appliance $15.00 each
Hamlet Residential Pick Up
$50.00/bimonthly per
residence
"Hamlet" means the communities of Huxley, Swalwell,
Torrington, Wimborne & Sunnyslope
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Tourism Advocacy Summit 2024
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council approve the attendance of Councillor McGhee and Councillor Christie to the Tourism
Advocacy Summit being held in Edmonton on February 4-6, 2024.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☒ ☒
☒
☒
☒
High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Councillor McGhee and Councillor Christie are interested in attending the Tourism Advocacy Summit on
February 4-6, 2024.
From the event website (https://www.tiaalberta.ca/events/2024-alberta-tourism-advocacy-summit): The
event will be hosted at the JW Marriott in Edmonton, the Alberta Tourism Advocacy Summit is the
industry’s premier event to learn about current government priorities, to gain political and industry insigh ts
from experts and media observers, and for you to share your industry points-of-view with elected and
nonelected representatives.
Responding to attendee feedback from the last Alberta Tourism Advocacy Summit, Summit 2024 has
been reformatted to include breakout sessions on 4 main thematic areas: Marketing, Place, Access and
Leadership. Each of the breakout sessions will feature speakers and panels on a wide range of topics
including:
Tourism zone development insights
Air access capacity
Destination reputation management
Tomorrow’s traveller
Predictive analytics
Public lands access
Citizen engagement
Meeting ESG expectations
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The Agenda is attached for review.
The event is put on by the Tourism Industry Association of Alberta which is a not-for-profit, tourism
association that advocates on behalf of all segments of Alberta’s tourism economy for a competitive and
sustainable business environment that generates substantial economic value fo r the province.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
Registration cost is $899.00 per attendee. Each attendee would require accommodation for two nights at
$240.00 per night. Each year Council members attend events and training sessions. Funding for this type
of activity is included each year in the Operating Budget.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Tourism Advocacy Summit 2024 Agenda.
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Approve Attendance for two Councillors.
2. Approve Attendance for one Councillor.
3. Receive for Information.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Register and make reservations for approved Council members.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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2024
TOURISM ADVOCACY SUMMIT
Feburary 4 - 6, 2024
JW Marriott Hotel, Ice District
Edmonton, Alberta
REGISTER NOW
tiaalberta.ca
EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION
Ends December 31, 2023
Strategic Policy Panel Discussions Aimed at Growing Alberta’s Visitor Economy
High-Impact Breakout Sessions for Tourism Leaders
Engagement Opportunities with Elected Officials
Industry Networking
Why Attend?
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Tourism Advocacy Summit
Feburary 4 - 6, 2024
JW Marriott Hotel
Influencing
Tomorrow’s Traveler
Greg Klassen, Partner
Twenty31 Consulting
Predictive Analytics for
Tourism & Hospitality
Marketing Professionals
Christopher S. Penn,
Co-Founder & Chief Data
Scientist, Trust Insights
PRESENTATION PRESENTATION PANEL DISCUSSION
Key Considerations to Ensure
Destination Marketing and
Environmental, Social and
Governance (ESG) Goals Align
James Jackson, President & CEO
Jasper Tourism
Melissa Radu, Director, Social and
Environmental Sustainability,
EXPLORE Edmonton
Angela Nagy, President & CEO,
GreenStep
Alisha Reynolds, Vice President,
Sandman Hotels, Chair, TIAA
10:15 am - 10: 45 am NETWORKING BREAK
10:45 am - 11:45 am Tourism Advocacy Leadership Report - Darren Reeder, President & CEO, TIAA
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm KEYNOTE LUNCHEON
Chandra Crawford, MBA, Olympic Gold Medalist, Founder Fast & Female & Sustainability
BREAKOUT SESSION 1: MARKETING
Sunday, February 4th
TIAA Special General Meeting (Bylaws) Followed by Explore Edmonton Welcome Reception - JW Mariott
Monday, February 5th
8:00 am - 8:15 am Welcome, Indigenous Blessing & Greetings from Premier Danielle Smith*
8:15 am - 9:15 am PANEL 1: State of the Industry: Keys to Activating Canada’s Federal Tourism Strategy
Danielle Vlemmiks, Vice President, Strategy, Research & Communications, Travel Alberta
Marsha Walden, President & CEO, Destination Canada
Marc Seguin, Vice President, Policy & Government Affairs, Tourism Industry Association of Canada
Traci Bednard, CEO, Explore Edmonton (Moderator)
9:15 am - 10:15 am BREAKOUT SESSIONS 1: MARKETING
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Tourism Advocacy Summit
Feburary 4 - 6, 2024
JW Marriott Hotel
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm PA NEL 3: Planes, Trains and Automobiles: Supporting Tourism’s Growth & Sustainability
Shane Getson, MLA, Parliamentary Secretary, Economic Corridor Development
Andrew Gibbons, Vice President, Government Relations & Regulatory Affairs, WESTJET*
Adnan Manzur, Vice President, Hertz Canada*
Stu Back, Chief Operating Officer, PURSUIT, Banff Jasper Collection
Gisele Danis, Principal, Honeycomb Solutions (moderator)
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm NETWORKING BREAKBOUT SESS
3:00 pm - 4:15 pm BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2: ACCESS
Public Lands Access:
Guidance for Destinations
Pursuing Tourism Growth
Robert Simieritsch, Executive
Director, Lands Delivery and
Coordination South, Alberta
Forestry and Parks
PRESENTATION PANEL DISCUSSION
Air Route Development to
Support Future Tourism
Visitation Targets
Carmen Donnelly, Vice President,
Passenger Experience &
Terminal Operations, Edmonton
International Airport
Jeff Morrison, President & CEO,
National Airlines Council of Canada
Bob Cummings, Executive Vice
President, WESTJET*
James Jackson, President & CEO
Jasper Tourism (Moderator)
4:15 pm - 5:30 pm RECEPTION & FIRESIDE CHAT
Reception with NDP Caucus,
Followed by Moderated Fireside Chat Between Leader of the Official Opposition,
Rachel Notely, MLA (Edmonton Strathcona), Sarah Elmeligi, MLA (Banff-Kananaskis), Critic
for Tourism, Sport and Recreation and, Ryan Jespersen
6:00 pm - 8:30 pm Dine Around (Planned Groups, or Self-Initiated)
8:30 pm - 11:00 pm Hospitality Suite at Campio Brewing
Tourism Development
Zones: Advancing
Discussions in Your Region
Terry Goertzen, Vice President,
Economic Development, Travel
Alberta
PRESENTATION
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Tourism Advocacy Summit
Feburary 4 - 6, 2024
JW Marriott Hotel
Tuesday, February 6th
8:00 am - 9:15 am Advancing the Visitor Economy, David Goldstein, CEO, Travel Alberta
9:15 am - 10:15 am PANEL 3: Terminal Velocity: Understanding Short-Term Rentals Contribution to the Housing Crisis
Amarjeet Sohi, Mayor, City of Edmonton
Tracy Douglas-Blowers, President & CEO, Alberta Hotel & Lodging Association
Dr. Lindsay Tedds, University of Calgary, Associate Professor, Department of Economics *
Robin Cumine, Vice President of Operations & Corporate Development, Bellstar Hotels & Resorts
Gisele Danis, Principal, Honeycomb Solutions (moderator)
10:15 am - 10: 45 am NETWORKING BREAK B
10:45 am - 12:00 pm BREAKOUT SESSIONS 3: PLACE
PRESENTATION PRESENTATION PRESENTATIONS
Strengthening Social License to
Support Tourism’s Growth Objectives
Charlottle Moore
Senior Manager, Digital Innovation, RTO4
Myths & Facts:
Deconstructing the
Overtourism Narrative
Jim DeHart, COO
Legacy Tourism Group
Strategies to Engage Citizens
in Understanding the
Benefits of Tourism
Cassandra McAuley, Senior
Vice President, MMGY
NextFactor
PRESENTATION PRESENTATION PRESENTATION
Indigenous Tourism Leadership: A
Cultural Awareness Primer for
Tourism Leaders - A Call to Action
Shae Bird, CEO, Indigenous Tourism Alberta
Destination Reputation
Through a Risk
Management Lens: Tips
and Strategies
Deirdre Campbell, President
TartanBond
Tourism School for
Councillors, Reeves, Mayors:
Key Issues to Consider
Danielle Vlemmiks, Vice
President, Strategy, Research
and Communications
Stavros Karlos, Director,
Policy, Research &
Government Affairs, TIAA
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm KEYNOTE LUNCHEON
Fireside Chat and Q&A Between Minister Schow, Forestry & Parks Minister, Todd Loewen,
Environment and Protected Areas Minister, Rebecca Schulz*, and,
Real Talk Host, Ryan Jespersen
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm BREAKOUT SESSIONS 4: EMPOWERING LEADERS
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Tourism Advocacy Summit
Feburary 4 - 6, 2024
JW Marriott Hotel
2:30 pm - 3:00 pm WRAP-UP, KEY MESSAGE TAKEAWAYS & AIRLINE TICKET DRAW
Alisha Reynolds, TIAA Board Chair
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2: ACCESS
3:00 pm SUMMIT ADJOURNMENT
BREAKOUT SESSIONS 2: ACCESS
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: STARS Air Ambulance
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council receive the presentation from STARS Air Ambulance for information, as presented.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐
☐
☐
☒
High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Council at the June 25, 2019 Council Meeting, made the following motion:
Motion 295/19
Council moved to approve an annual donation of $3,000 for a period of five years, commencing in 2021,
to the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Glenda Farnden presented to Council as a delegation at today’s meeting at 10:00 a.m.
The desired objective of Ms. Farnden’s presentation was to provide information to Council and to again
thank them for their financial support.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
N/A
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
1. Receive for information.
2. Amend funding contributions.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Council & Committee Report
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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)
☐ ☐
☐
☐
☐
High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership 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, verbal, or a combination of both.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The recommended motion does not have any financial implication.
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):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Aqua 7 Regional Water Commission
Regular Commission Meeting
Thursday, December 14, 2023, 7:00 p.m.
Village of Acme Office
AGENDA
1.Call to Order
2.Adoption of Agenda
3.Adoption Annual General/Organizational Meeting Minutes November 2, 2023
4.Adoption Regular Meeting Minutes November 2, 2023
5.Financials
a.November Bank Reconciliations (Chequing and HISA)
b.Expense Table
c.Revenue Table
d.Payment Register (Cheque #3767 to #3786 & Ref. 14005990 –
November 14, 2023 to Ref. 1432332429 – December 5, 2023)
6.2024 Three Year Budget
7.2023-1 Master Rates Bylaw
8.Reports
a.Chairman
b.Manager
9.Regular Meeting – February 22, 2024, or called by the Chair
10.Adjournment
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AQUA 7 REGIONAL WATER COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 2ND 2023 ANNUAL
GENERAL/ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING OF THE BOARD OF
AQUA 7 REGIONAL WATER COMMISSION HELD IN THE
VILLAGE OF ACME COUNCIL CHAMBERS
PRESENT KNEEHILL COUNTY DIRECTOR JERRY WITTSTOCK
PRESENT LINDEN DIRECTOR KELLY KLASSEN
ACME DIRECTOR BRUCE MCLEOD
BEISEKER DIRECTOR DAVID LEDOYEN
CARBON DIRECTOR TRINA ANDERSON
IRRICANA DIRECTOR NATHANIAL FLEMING
ROCKY VIEW CNTY DIRECTOR GREG BOEHLKE
OBSERVER
VILLAGE OF ACME CAO GARY SAWATZKY
ADMINISTRATION PRESENT
MANAGER MIKE HAUGEN
SECRETARY/TREASURER DEANNA KEIVER
1.0 ORDER Mike Haugen, Manager, called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Mike
Haugen confirmed with members they had been appointed by their
respective councils.
2.0 AGENDA Adoption of Agenda
Bruce McLeod moved the agenda be adopted as presented.
CARRIED
3.0 NOMINATION Nomination Position of Chairman
OF CHAIRMAN
Mike Haugen called for nominations for the position of Chairman.
Bruce McLeod nominated Jerry Wittstock.
Mike Haugen gave second and third call for nominations for position of
Chairman.
Greg Boehlke moved that nominations cease as there were no further
nominations.
CARRIED
Jerry Wittstock accepted position of Chairman by acclamation.
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Jerry Wittstock continued with the proceedings of the meeting.
4.0 NOMINATION Nomination Position of Vice Chairman
OF VICE CHAIR
Jerry Wittstock called for nominations for the position of Vice Chairman.
Greg Boehlke nominated Bruce McLeod.
Jerry Wittstock gave second and third call for nominations for position of
Vice Chairman.
Greg Boehlke moved that nominations cease as there were no further
nominations.
CARRIED
Bruce McLeod accepted position of Vice Chairman by acclamation.
5.0 SIGNING Signing Authority
AUTHORITY
Currently all documents requiring two signatures are signed by one Board
Member (Chairman or Vice-Chairman) and one from Administration (usually
Manager).
Those currently authorized are Jerry Wittstock, Bruce McLeod, Mike
Haugen, and Deanna Keiver
6.0 REMUNERATION Remuneration
Bruce McLeod moved remuneration for Board Members remain at $150.00
per meeting and mileage to equal that of the current Canada Revenue
mileage rate (currently $0.68/km).
CARRIED
7.0 OTHER BUS Other Business
No other business.
Jerry Wittstock adjourned the Annual General Meeting at 7:05 p.m.
________________________________
Chairman
________________________________
Secretary/Treasurer
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AQUA 7 REGIONAL WATER COMMISSION
MINUTES OF THE NOVEMBER 2, 2023, REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD
OF AQUA 7 REGIONAL WATER COMMISSION HELD
IN THE VILLAGE OF ACME COUNCIL CHAMBERS
PRESENT
KNEEHILL COUNTY DIRECTOR JERRY WITTSTOCK
PRESENT LINDEN DIRECTOR KELLY KLASSEN
ACME DIRECTOR BRUCE MCLEOD
IRRICANA DIRECTOR NATHANIAL FLEMING
CARBON DIRECTOR TRINA ANDERSON
ROCKY VIEW CNTY DIRECTOR GREG BOEHLKE
BEISEKER DIRECTOR DAVID LEDOYEN
ADMINISTRATION PRESENT
MANAGER MIKE HAUGEN
SECRETARY/TREASURER DEANNA KEIVER
OBSERVER
ACME CAO GARY SAWATZKY
1.0 ORDER Chairman, Jerry Wittstock, called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
2.0 AGENDA Adoption of Agenda
Letter from Trochu be included in Manager’s Report (and attached to minutes).
12/23 Kelly Klassen moved the agenda be adopted as amended.
CARRIED
3.0 APR 27/23 Adoption of April 27, 2023 Regular Meeting Minutes
REG MTG MIN
Greg Boehlke moved the minutes of the April 27, 2023,
13/23 Regular Meeting be adopted as presented.
CARRIED
4.0 FINANCIALS Financials
a) September Bank Reconciliations (Chequing and HISA)
b) Expense Table
c) Revenue Table
d) Payment Register (chq#3722 to #3766; Ref#1373303542 – April 18, 2023 to
Ref#1420319320 – October 16, 2023)
14/23 Nathanial Fleming moved the Financials be accepted as information.
CARRIED
5.0 DRAFT 2024 Draft 2024 Three Year Budget
3 YR BUDGET Mike Haugen presented the Commission with a Draft 2024 Budget. Minor changes
were discussed, including increasing the Village of Acme’s annual consumption to
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65,000 m3 for the next 3 years. A final budget will be presented at the next meeting
in December.
15/23 Kelly Klassen moved the Draft 2024 Three Year budget be approved as
information.
CARRIED
6.0 DRAFT Draft Flushing Study
FLUSHING STDY Mike Haugen reported the Flushing Study which was budgeted for is almost
complete. Mike Haugen summarized that there are 3 options available.
1) Flush out the line.
2) Flush in segments with ports being built into system.
3) Scrub the line.
The draft report will be reviewed and further follow up will be discussed with the
operators. Options will be presented to the Commission.
16/23 Greg Boehlke moved the Draft Flushing Study be approved as information.
CARRIED
7.0 REPORTS Reports
a) Chairman Update – Has spoken to the Mayor of Drumheller regarding meeting
however no date set.
b) Manager Update
Letter from Town of Trochu – The Town of Trochu currently receives water from
the Town of Three Hills. Due to unforeseen circumstances, their rate may be
going up and they are investigating their options. One of those options includes
becoming a member of the Commission. Discussion ensued as to how this would
affect current allocations. Bruce McLeod further advised that the Village of Acme
was looking at purchasing more allocation from a current member.
Administration will forward a reply to the Town of Trochu, advising it would be up to
the Town of Trochu to look into the feasibility of connecting to the Aqua 7 Regional
Water Commission pipeline and the Commission looks forward to receiving the
results.
The Village of Acme will approach members of the Commission to see if they
would be willing to give/sell allocation.
17/23 Trina Anderson moved to receive the update as information.
CARRIED
8.0 NEXT MTG The next Regular Meeting will be held on December 14, 2023.
9.0 ADJOURN Chairman Jerry Wittstock adjourned the meeting at 8:29 p.m.
________________________________
Chairman
________________________________
Secretary/Treasurer
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AQUA 7 REGIONAL WATER COMMISSION
BYLAW 2023-1
BEING A BY-LAW RESPECTING THE ESTABLISHMENT OF RATES TO BE CHARGED BY
THE COMMISSION
WHEREAS, pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Government Act RSA 2000, cM-26 as
amended, (hereinafter referred to as the “Act”), the Board of the Commission must pass
Bylaws respecting the governing of fees and rates to be charged by the Commission for
services;
WHEREAS, the Board of the Commission deems it appropriate to establish an annual Master
Rates Bylaw for rates for water and for service fees delivered through the Aqua 7 Regional
Water Commission pipeline.
WHEREAS, Bylaw 2022-1 was adopted and the Board wishes to repeal this bylaw.
NOW THEREFORE, the Board enacts the following:
I. DEFINITIONS
1. “Service Fee” refers to the monthly fees charged by the Commission to its
Members and shall not be less than the estimated aggregate amount required to
cover all costs or other commitments of the Commission less any grants, transfers
from reserves, interests, rents and other revenue.
II. ADMINISTRATION
1. This bylaw may be cited as the Master Rates Bylaw.
2. The annual rates shall be established as per Schedule “A”, attached to and forming
part of this Bylaw.
3. Overdue accounts of more than 60 days, will be charged interest compounded
monthly at the current Line of Credit rate.
4. That this bylaw shall take effect on the date of the third and final reading.
5. Aqua 7 Regional Water Commission Bylaw 2022-1 is hereby repealed.
READ A FIRST TIME THIS 14th DAY OF December, 2023.
READ A SECOND TIME THIS 14th DAY OF December, 2023.
UNANIMOUS PERMISSION FOR THIRD READING ON THE 14th DAY OF
December, 2023.
READ A THIRD TIME AND FINAL TIME ON THIS 14th DAY OF December, 2023.
________________________________
CHAIRMAN
________________________________________________
MANAGER
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Schedule A Bylaw # 2023-1
Aqua 7 Regional Water Commission Master Rates
Service Fee $1,667.00 per month
Water Rate $3.38/cubic metre
$0.06/cubic metre (Capital Replacement Reserve)
$3.49/cubic metre Effective January 1, 2024
Breakdown as follows:
$3.43/cubic metre
$0.06/cubic metre
(towards Capital Replacement Reserve)
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Debbie Penner Division 2
Drumheller & District Solid Waste
Meeting Date: Dec 14/23
Budget Meeting
Municipal requisitions are going up from $42.48 to $50.08/cap.
- The biggest reason for the increase is we must complete an EPEA (Env. Protection &
Enhancement Act) review over the next 2years and so an Engineer will be hired to complete the
report. This report is nothing new, just hadn’t been accounted for.
- Secondly Inflation.
- Volatility in commodity pricing.
2024 Fee Schedule
- Will stay the same except the board has given direction to management to look into hydrovac
material charges as we have a scale and should be able to charge by metric tonne instead of by
the axle.
Regular Meeting
Landfill hours – lengthy discussion was held on the landfill holiday hours. Biggest question is, is the
landfill an essential service and must not be closed more than 2 days in a row? Management is looking
into the policy for future years. For 2023 the landfill will be open boxing day for reduced hours with
overtime being paid.
EPR registration – Management has been attending council meetings of association members as well a
taking phone calls to help with the registration and any questions that arise. Deadline to register for
both HSP (Hazardous & Special Products) & PPP (Packaging and Printed paper products) is December
31/23.
ARMA is the alberta business handling the EPR in Alberta. Program to be up and running April 1st 2025.
Transtors – Haul-All has recommended that we replace some transtors which is a shock to the
association as we did an indepth review of all sites a couple of years ago and replaced 6 transtors and
found the rest were in good shape and not in need for replacement for some time. Management is
going to do there own inspections along with staff members from Wheatland, Starland and Kneehill
Counties.
Committees -EPR and policy committee’s are having there first meetings in the New Year to get the
process going in hopes to have reviewed all policies by year end. EPR will be an on going committee
that will report to the rest of the association when needed.
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There and Back Again – Circular Economy Conference Oct 18 to 20th
Largest conference AB Recycling Council has put on. Most likely because of EPR program (Extended Producer
Responsibility) requirements being mandated by government and there being a lack of clarification on many
aspects of the program. ARMA (AB recycling management authority) is the overseer of the program.
There are 4 main bodies for the program.
1. Producers - manage the entire life cycle. These are either the Brand owner if in Canada, Importer or the
retailer.
2. PRO (Producer responsibility organization) They act as an agent for the producers. Are not-for-profit
organizations
3. Community – City, town, village, county etc. These are the places that already provide recycling services.
Communities are to register as HSP or PPP or both before December 31/23.
4. Processing Facilities –
The program will hopefully align with municipality programs that are all ready in place. There should be no
additional cost to municipalities as the producers will be paying for the program. PRO’s will work with
Municipalities or waste associations like DDSWMA to implement and effective and efficient recycling system. They
will provide the municipalities with the assets needed and will run province wide education. We will have to help
them locally to get literature to our residents.
Seed money has been obtained from the following founding businesses: Costco, Maple Leaf, McDonalds,
Kraft/Heinz, Loblaw, Keurig, CocoCola, Metro, Nestle, P &G, Empire, Clorox, RBI, Pepsico and Recipe.
Some Pro’s we or you may hear about in Alberta are Circular Materials and Product care Recycling, E360 along with
many more. The province does not want to have one big Pro as this has been proven to not be a good thing in
other provinces who already have the EPR up and running.
Other Topics/Presenters
NAIT – Plastic Research In Action – Large amount of micro plastics in the Nth Sask. River. They are working with
Municipalities to lay asphalt which contains different levels of plastic content to see if it holds up to our climate.
Using polypropylene in flooring and adding plastic to building materials.
Prairie Robotics – Recycling cart identification system. Leduc landfill doing a pilot program. Camera that
identifies contaminants in recycling, organics and waste collection containers. Notices are issued to offenders.
Nova Chemicals – working on light weight film for packaging. Working with municipalities on counter containers
and bins for recycling. Small Battery recycling container.
U Of A – Eco-additiva – Mechanical recycling, 3D printing. Bottle depots to have the printers to transform plastic
bottles into functional wonders. Chairs, garden planters etc. From waste to value.
Earthware – Packaging as a service. Earthware sells containers to providers (restaurants, grocery stores etc) with
a container deposit which they then charge the consumer. They are then recycled at the bottle depots for a
refund. This program is currently running in Calgary, Banff, Canmore and Airdrie and projected to have 10,000 of
them in the recycling system in December 2023.
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Evergen / Growtec – 2023 they started to operate a farm scale anaerobic digester near Lethbridge which converts
biodegradable waste into biogas which is upgraded and used in the gas grid. The feedstock consists of 10,000
tonnes of manure and 5000 tonnes of other organic waste. 2014 they opened and is still in operation an organic
waste electricity generating facility which generates 4000MWh.
Loop – BC company keeping organic waste out of landfills and using it to feed livestock. Grocery stores are on
board as Loop takes unsold grocery items from stores and delivers them to farms which is cheaper than landfill
charges. This in not just fruit and vegetables but packaged crackers etc.
Dairy Distillery – Ontario. They are taking all extra milk from dairies instead of it being dumped and distilling it.
They take the Cream or high milk fats and have it made into cheese and ice cream, filtered milk is made into
concentrated milk proteins which then leaves the milk permeate which is the unused milk sugar which they distill
and make into vodka. (Vodkow)
Last Shot Apparel – Sustainable, ethical, Canadian- made clothing. When purchasing clothing, check your label for
what it is made of. Try to buy clothing made of natural products, may cost a little more but is better for the
environment in the long run. Interesting fact – the fashion industry is the 2nd largest user of water after
agriculture.
Okotoks town council – Repair café. Host an event 4 times a year with Volunteers present to repair just about
anything. Owners stay with their item while it gets repaired. Fortis made a donation to the community so that this
event could be held. In 2024 the federal government is bringing in the right to repair legislation, as there are
numerous items that are locked or warranty is invalid if opened.
Strathcona County – Hodge Podge Lodge (building where slightly used items can be dropped off and then used by
someone else) is still going strong. It is run by volunteers as well as high school students who are obtaining school
credits while working there.
Goodwill – Have there trailers left had landfill sites so that items that can be reused are placed on it instead of
being thrown in the dumpsters/landfills and taken to the stores for refurbished and resold. 2 top items thrown
away that can be reused are pots and pans and treadmills.
6 R’s in the recycling world. Rethink/Redesign/Remove
Reduce
Reuse/Repair
Recycle/Compost
Recover
Residuals Management/Remediate
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 1 of 1
Version: 2022-02
Subject: Council Follow-Up Action List
Meeting Date: Tuesday, January 9, 2024
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)
☐ ☐
☐
☐
☒
High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership 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 reviewed and updated after
each Council meeting.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The recommended motion does not have any financial implications.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
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.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion
Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status
25-Apr-23 148/23
Councillor McGhee moved that Council accept engagement
Option 2 for the MDP Review as presented.
Barb Hazelton Q1 2024 Process in Progress
30-May-23 206/23
Councillor Fobes moved that the 2024 Operating and Capital
Budgets, the 2025-2027 Operating Forecast and the 2025-2029
Capital Forecast, be prepared in accordance with the following
guiding principles, as detailed in this report: • Advancement of
Council’s Strategic Plan • Maintain existing service levels
• Improve customer service • Keep tax rates competitive
• Incorporate a proactive infrastructure renewal plan • Identify
and incorporate efficiencies • Ensure rates and fees for services
are appropriate COMPLETED Marika Von Mirbach 2023 Q4 Budget Approved December 12,
30-May-23 208/23
Councillor Penner moved that Council authorize the use of
$10,000 from the 2023 Operating Budget – Strategic initiatives for
a regional economic development project at the Three Hills
Airport in partnership with the Town of Three Hills and Prairie
College.Mike Haugen 2023 Q4 Hiring in Process
25-Jul-23
256/23
That Council approves a draw of $180,000 from the Capital Roads
Reserve to fund the installation of a graded aggregate seal coat
on Range Road 240 and Range Road 234, for which the submitted
bid was higher than originally budgeted.Marika Von Mirbach Q4 of 2023
Reserved Draws will be made
at end of year or project
completion
26-Sep-23
308/23
That Council defer the Grader and Gravel Services Policy #13-2
discussion to a future Committee of the Whole meeting.Mike Ziehr 2024 Q2
Policy #13-2 will be reviewed
concurrently with the
upcoming Policy #13-36 Dirt
Trails review.
24-Oct-23
383/23
That Council approve the Integrated Facility Condition and Asset
Retirement Assessment Project' with an allocated budget of
$325,000 to be distributed over the next three years, with an
immediate commencement, to be funded from the Contingency
Reserve.Marika Von Mirbach
Reserved Draws will be made
at end of year
RFP is currently advertised.
24-Oct-23
386/23
That Council move to reschedule the public hearing for Bylaw
1889 to the December 12, 2023, Council meeting to be held at
10:00 a.m.COMPLETED Barb Hazelton
On the December 12, 2024
Agenda
24-Oct-23
389/23
That Council approve the cancellation of taxes on Municipal Tax
Rolls that have been turned over to the Orphan Well Association
and are affiliated with Manitok Energy Inc., Trident Exploration
(Alberta), Lexin Resources Ltd., Arrow Point Oil & Gas Ltd., and
Canyon Oil and Gas Corporation, totaling $75,545.07.Those being
Tax Rolls 34222431300, 32231020410, 33221831100,
29261041600, 32221020400, 28213431201, 34213240900,
32220642100, 33221710800, 29261010800, 33242220400,
28211231101, 34213231300, 31222510100, 33220210100,
29260341600, 32233420400, 28201820501, 33233010100,
30251931200, 29253332100, 29260310700, 32232731300,
28200740900, 33232410800, 30251910700, 33222910700,
29261420300, 32232320600, 31231231100, 33231310100,
30251410110, 33221910700, 29261410700, 30231141500;
andThat Council approve the cancellation of taxes that have been
deemed uncollectable, affiliated with Pocahontas Petroleum Ltd
and Crimson Energy Ltd., for a total of $13,723.65; andThat
Council direct Administration to submit an application under the
Provincial Education Requisition Credit (PERC) for the
uncollectable Education Requisition (NR) and Industrial Property
Requisition (DIP).Marika Von Mirbach
14-Nov-23
400/23
That Council approves the Fire Mutual Aid Agreement between
Wheatland County and Kneehill County, as presented.Debra Grosfield
Waiting for Wheatland County
to approve.
28-Nov-23
412/23
That Council approve the application to the Strategic
Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP) to help fund the
construction of BF #13477.COMPLETED Gathering final signatures.
28-Nov-23
417/23
That Council approve the Reserve Funded Projects proposed in
the 2024 Budget Book, as presented, with further discussion to
occur regarding the Growing Kneehill Event.
Scheduled for the Jan 16, 2024
Committee of the Whole
Meeting.
Council Action Items
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Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion
Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status
Council Action Items
12-Dec-23 435/23
That Council authorize the Chief Administrative Officer to sign the
Mount Vernon Booster Station Purchase Agreement.
12-Dec-23 436/23
That Council accepts the RCMP Quarterly Report and County
Enforcement Report for information as presented.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 437/23
That Council appoint BDO Canada LLP Red Deer as Kneehill
Countys Auditors for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2023. COMPLETED
12-Dec-23
438/23
That Council request an audit planning meeting with the
appointed auditors for the 2023 audit at a future meeting date.
Scheduled for the Jan 16, 2024
Committee of the Whole
Meeting.
12-Dec-23 441/23
That Council confirm the oral presentation to be delivered to the
Alberta Utilities Commission as part of their review on renewable
energy development.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 442/23
That the 2024 Operating Budget in the amount of $30,497,413, as
detailed in Appendix A, be approved.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 443/23
That the transfers from reserves and contributions to reserves, as
detailed in Appendix B, be approved.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 444/23
That the 2024 Operating Projects and funding sources in the
amount of $364,100, as detailed in Appendix C, be approved.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 445/23
That the 2024 Capital Budget and funding sources in the amount
of $5,944,272, as detailed in Appendix D, be approved.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 446/23
That the 2025-2027 Operating Forecast (Appendix E) and 2025-
2029 Capital and Project Forecast (Appendix F), be approved.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23 447/23
That Council give second reading to Bylaw 1889 as presented for
the amendments to replace sections 71 and 74 of Land Use Bylaw
1808.COMPLETED
12-Dec-23
448/23
That Council direct administration to bring back an update on
Bylaw 1889 to the January 16, 2024, Committee of the Whole and
bring back a further discussion to the February 13, 2024, Council
Meeting. ;
Scheduled for the Jan 16, 2024
Committee of the Whole
Meeting.
12-Dec-23
449/23
That Council appoint Ruth Purves-Smith and Jenny Scott as
Members at Large to the Subdivision and Development Appeal
Board until the next Kneehill County Organizational Meeting.COMPLETED
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