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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPost-Meeting Agenda Package - CM_Jun25_20242COUNCIL MEETING POST-MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, June 25, 2024, 8:30 a.m. 1600 2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 https://www.youtube.com/@kneehillcounty48 Pages 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 June 11, 2024 3 3. Appointments 3.1 Delegation: Prairie College & Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada 8 Time: 9:00 a.m. Presenters: Mark Maxell, President; Andrew Siggelkow, Managing Director of Operations; Kalvin Hildebrandt, Prairie Aviation Training Centre 3.2 Public Hearing- Bylaw #1902 Redesignation – Agriculture to Recreation 32 Time: 10:00 a.m. 4. Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment No Report 5. Community Services 5.1 Planning 5.1.1 42 5.1.2 Bylaw #1900, Redesignation Agriculture to Local Rural Commercial Second and Third Reading Follow-Up to Request from Badlands Recreation Development Corp. 54 5.2 Agricultural Service Board & Parks No Report 5.3 Protective Services No Report 5.4 Economic Development No Report 6. Corporate Services No Report 7. Legislative Services 7.1 Village of Acme Request for Allocation 59 7.2 Draft AUC Letter of Concern 62 7.3 July Council Meeting Date Change 66 8.Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business 8.1 Bylaw #1902, Redesignation from Agriculture to Recreation 68 8.2 Prairie College & Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada 77 9.Council and Committee Reports 79 10.Council Follow-Up Action List 80 11.Closed Session 12.Motions from Closed Session 13.Adjourn Page 2 of 82 __________Initials 1 Kneehill County Regular Meeting of Council Minutes June 11, 2024, 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 Wade Christie, Councillor Kenneth King, Reeve Staff Present: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services Theresa Cochran, Director of Corporate Services Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning and Development Brandy Morgan, Planning and Development Officer Ashley Olson, Financial Controller Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator _____________________________________________________________________ 1. Call Meeting to Order Reeve King called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. 1.1 Agenda 1.1.1 Additions to the Agenda Additions under Council & Committee Reports 9.1 Federation of Canadian Municipalities Conference 1.1.2 Adoption of the Agenda Resolution: 171/24 Moved by: Councillor Christie That Council approve the agenda as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 3 of 82 June 11, 2024 __________Initials 2 2. Approval of Minutes 2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of May 28, 2024 Resolution: 172/24 Moved by: Councillor Cunningham That Council approves the adoption of the minutes of the May 28, 2024, Regular Meeting of Council, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 5. Community Services 5.3 Protective Services 5.3.1 Protective Services Report June 2024 Resolution: 173/24 Moved by: Councillor Christie That Council accepts the June 2024, Protective Services Report, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6. Corporate Services 6.1 Policy #16-12, County Credit and Fuel Cards Resolution: 174/24 Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock That Council approve the revised Policy #16-12, County Credit and Fuel Cards, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.2 Policy #16-6, Additional Named Insured Policy Resolution: 175/24 Moved by: Councillor Penner That Council approve Policy #16-6, Additional Named Insured Policy, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 4 of 82 June 11, 2024 __________Initials 3 3. Appointments 3.1 Delegation: Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services Annual Report Shelley Jackson-Berry presented to Council the 2023 Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services Annual Report. The Chair called for a recess at 9:42 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 10:00 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. 3.2 Public Hearing: Bylaw #1900 Land Use Bylaw Amendment to Local Rural Commercial Resolution: 176/24 Moved by: Councillor Fobes That the Public Hearing for Bylaw #1900 be opened at 10:00 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Person(s) who presented: Brandy Hay-Morgan, Planning and Development Manager Brendan and Laura Ramsay, Applicant Resolution: 177/24 Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock That the Public Hearing for Bylaw #1900 be closed at 10:27 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 8. Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business 8.1 Kneehill Regional Family & Community Support Services Delegation Resolution: 178/24 Moved by: Councillor Cunningham That Council direct Administration to request a presentation to Council by Seniors Outreach regarding their programming and statistics. CARRIED Resolution: 179/24 Moved by: Councillor Fobes That Council receive for information the Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services 2023 Annual Report and presentation. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 5 of 82 June 11, 2024 __________Initials 4 9. Council and Committee Reports Resolution: 180/24 Moved by: Deputy Reeve Wittstock That Council accepts for information the Council & Committee Report, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9.1 FCM Conference Council provided an update on the Federation of Canadian Municipalities Conference that some members of Council attended last week in Calgary, AB. 3. Appointments 3.3 Century Farm Award Presentation: Sept Farm The Chair called for a recess at 10:55 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 11:00 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Council presented the Century Farm Award plaque to Nathan and Audrey Sept. Following the presentation, Council took a short break at 11:04 a.m. for a photo opportunity. The meeting resumed at 11:15 a.m. 10. Council Follow-Up Action List Resolution: 181/24 Moved by: Councillor Cunningham That Council receive for information the Council Follow-Up Action List as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 11. Closed Session Resolution: 182/24 Moved by: Councillor Christie That this meeting goes into closed session at 11:20 a.m. for the following reason(s):  Third Party Business (FOIP-Section 16) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Councillor Fobes left the meeting at 1:04 p.m. Resolution: 183/24 Moved by: Councillor McGhee That Council return to open meeting at 1:18 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 6 of 82 June 11, 2024 __________Initials 5 1:18 p.m. - meeting recessed to allow return of public. 1:18 p.m. - meeting resumed. 13. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 1:20 p.m. Ken King, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Page 7 of 82 APPOINTMENTS Page 1 of 1 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Delegation: Prairie College & Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service ATTACHMENTS: Mark Maxwell, Andrew Siggelkow and Kalvin Hildebrandt from Prairie College & Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada are scheduled to present at the June 25th, 2024, Council meeting at 9:00 a.m.  Delegation Request Form  Presentation APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 8 of 82 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. June 25, 2024 @ 9:00 a.m. Mark Maxwell, Andrew Siggelkow, Kalvin Hildebrandt Prairie College & Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada 403-443-5511 andrew.siggelkow@prairie.edu PO Box 4000, Three Hills, AB T0M 2N0 Page 9 of 82 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? Prairie College in partnership with Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada is planning to expand our operations at the Three Hills airport. In 2024/25 we expect to construct an additional 14,400 sq. ft of hangar space and 14,000 sq. ft. of classroom and administrative space to complement our existing 14,440 sq. ft. facility. With this additional facility space we expect to double the size of our aviation training centre in terms of students and personnel creating an economic impact for both Prairie College and the area as a whole. The initial cost estimates for this project were between $6M to $7M. As we have entered into detailed design we have discovered that despite having an existing water service to the Three Hills Airport and an existing fire hydrant in close proximity to our existing hangar the water service is insufficient to support any major development that requires a sprinkler system. In discussions with both the Town of Three Hills and Kneehill County Administration we have also confirmed that the existing fire hydrant is also insufficiently supplied to support firefighting and will never be used despite being annually maintained. Prairie College would like to formally propose that Kneehill County invest in the future and protect their liability by upgrading the water service to the airport in 2025 to support both firefighting and sprinkler systems. This upgrade will both encourage our major development as well as other future development projects at the airport and along the upgraded line. Furthermore, if this water service project is approved it would be further beneficial to the area to add a sanitary service line from the Town of Three Hills to the airport at the same time realizing combined project cost savings. This sanitary line will save a large parcel of developable land from being used for a septic field for our facility. Kneehill County to approve, fund and construct an upgraded water main to the Three Hills Airport in 2025 or earlier. Kneehill County to approve, fund and construct the installation of a sanitary service line to the Three Hills airport in conjunction with the upgraded water main. 4 4 4 Page 10 of 82 Page 11 of 82 Prairie College Update Kneehill County Meeting of Council Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Presenters President - Mark Maxwell Managing Director of Operations - Andrew Siggelkow, P.Eng. Prairie Aviation Training Centre - Kalvin Hildebrandt Page 12 of 82 President Maxwell ●Opening Remarks Page 13 of 82 Kneehill County approve, fund and construct an upgraded water main to the Three Hills Airport in 2025 or earlier. Kneehill County approve, fund and construct the installation of a sanitary service line to the Three Hills airport in conjunction with the upgraded water main. Prairie College Requests Page 14 of 82 Campaign for Greater Impact Page 15 of 82 Aging Infrastructure Page 16 of 82 Outdated Facilities Page 17 of 82 Oversized Facilities Page 18 of 82 Campaign for Greater Impact ●Expand Aviation Training Centre - September 7, 2024 Groundbreaking ●New Residence - July 10, 2024 Groundbreaking ●New Cafeteria and Concourse ●New Auditorium ●Campus Infrastructure Upgrade ●Scholarships, Innovative Technology & Program Development Page 19 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 20 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 21 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 22 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 23 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 24 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 25 of 82 Redevelopment Video Page 26 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 27 of 82 Expanded Aviation Training Centre Page 28 of 82 Project Costs ●Total project cost is projected at $8M to $9M ○The lack of adequate water supply requires the project to drill a well, install an underground holding tank and construct multiple firewalls. ■Installation of a sprinkler system is cost prohibitive as it requires a larger holding tank, a backup generator, fire pumps and potentially additional wells. ○The lack of sanitary services requires the installation of a septic tank or septic field incurring an initial cost as well as ongoing operation costs. Page 29 of 82 Kneehill County approve, fund and construct an upgraded water main to the Three Hills Airport in 2025 or earlier. Kneehill County approve, fund and construct the installation of a sanitary service line to the Three Hills airport in conjunction with the upgraded water main. Prairie College Requests Page 30 of 82 Page 31 of 82 PUBLIC HEARING REPORT Page 1 of 2 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Bylaw 1902 Redesignation – Agriculture to Recreation Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Deanna Keiver Link to Strat Plan: Pursuing Focused Growth Background/ Proposal Wayne and Lydia Nelson have purchased a 20.09-acre parcel on the SW 16-31-25 W4 – Open Country Farm. They wish to redesignate portions of their property from Agriculture to Recreation in order to accommodate events such as Family Reunions, Weddings, Church Picnics/Campouts, Conferences, Retreats, and Music Events. Discussion/ Options/ Benefits/ Disadvantages: The proposed site is located approximately two and half miles east of the Hamlet of Sunnyslope. The site is accessed via Highway 582. The two areas redesignated to Recreation will include approximately 5 acres and the remaining lands will remain zoned Agriculture. The westerly portion zoned Recreation consisting of approximately 3.5 acres includes three existing buildings (kitchen, multi-purpose building, and a barn). The kitchen/dining hall seats up to 60 people. The multi-purpose building has wheelchair access, washrooms and showers. An additional area to the north and southwest, will be for tenting and mini cabins (new). The Barn will be used to sell local items on consignment. The southeast portion to be zoned Recreation consists of approximately 1.5 acres and will be for recreational vehicles (RV) and additional camping. This space also includes a building which can be used as a gathering area in inclement weather. There are currently 5 sites with access to water and 10 wit h power. A riser does exist on the property and the applicants have been in conversations with the Kneehill County Water Department to hook to the Sunnyslope Gravity Line. They are hoping to allow 20 RV sites. Since the applicants have just purchased the property, the anticipated business is relatively unknown, however the hope is to be the busiest from June to September with most events taking place Friday to Sunday. The remainder of the year would focus on indoor events, hopefully about 2 per month. The applicants wish to create a safe and friendly environment which will offer activities such as disc and mini golf, and a children’s play area. Should this redesignation be approved, the majority of the rezoned lands would fall under the discretionary use of Country Recreational Lodge which is defined as “a country recreational center which provides for the short -term or occasional lodging and boarding of patrons and may include a guest ranch, dude ranch or similar development with a central services building with or without guest cottages, and camping and including accessory facilities or other services operated incidentally only as a service to the principal use and intended for patrons of the Page 32 of 82 PUBLIC HEARING REPORT Page 2 of 2 Version: 2020-01 recreational development, but excluding motels, hotels, or the use of lodging facilities for permanent habitation or residence other than caretaker services. The campground area and cabins would be a permitted use and could be approved by a Development Officer. Page 33 of 82 BYLAW NO. 1902 REDESIGNATION FROM AGRICULTURE DISTRICT TO RECREATION 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 5.0 +/- acres of Ptn. SW 16-31-25 W4 shown on the sketch below are to be redesignated from A – Agriculture District to R- Recreation District. Page 34 of 82 Bylaw No. 1902, Agriculture District to Recreation District Bylaw Page 2 of 2 2. EFFECTIVE DATE (1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading. READ a first time on this 28h day of May, 2024. Public Hearing Date on this 25th day of June, 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 Page 35 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 126 104. R – Recreation District Purpose The purpose and intent of this district is to provide for a broad range of rural recreational uses. Permitted Uses (a) Accessory Building (b) Cabin (c) Campground/RV Park (d) Housing, Employee (e) Museum (f) Natural Science Exhibits (g) Public or Quasi-public Use (h) Public Utility Building (i) Recreational, Minor (j) Retail Store (k) Solar, Private – Ground Mounted (l) Temporary Second Dwelling (m) Tourist Information Services and Facilities Discretionary Uses (a) Accessory Use(s) (b) Country Recreational Lodge (c) Eating and Drinking Establishment (d) Golf Course (e) Housing, Park Model (f) Portable Storage Container (g) Private Recreational Facility (n) Recreational, Major (o) Recreational Resort (h) Recreational Trails (i) Restaurant (j) Riding Arena, Indoor Private (k) Sign (1) Subdivision Regulations (a) Minimum Lot Area: 1.0 ac (0.4 ha) (2) Development Regulations (a) Minimum Gross Floor Area for Housing, Single-Detached: 74 m² (800 ft.²) (b) Minimum Gross Floor Area for other uses at the discretion of the Development Authority. (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 than a primary highway: 30.5 m (100 ft.) (c) Minimum Yard, Side Setback 7.6 m (25 ft.) (d) Minimum Yard, Rear Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.) R R E C R E A T I O N D I S T R I C T Page 36 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 127 (4) Recreation Trails (a) The Development Authority shall consider development permits for recreational trails on lands designated as Recreation District and shall be accompanied with a comprehensive plan, written to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, including but not limited to the following: i. access to the site and adjacent lands; ii. signage; iii. garbage disposal; iv. range of activities; v. maintenance; vi. insurance and liability; and vii. public safety. (b) No permits will be issued until the Development Authority is satisfied that these issues have been addressed. (c) The Development Authority may refer any development permit application for recreational trails or development concerning abandoned railway rights-of-way to the relevant federal and provincial government departments for comment. (d) If the Development Authority has a concern regarding the environmental impact of a proposed recreational trail or development in abandoned railway rights-of-way, the Development Authority may require the applicant to provide an Environmental Impact Assessment or report prepared by a qualified professional in a form satisfactory to the Development Authority. (5) Special Requirements (a) The area designated Recreation District shall be only that portion of the site proposed for recreation development. (6) Campground/RV Park: (a) Development permit applications for a campground/RV park shall be accompanied with a comprehensive site plan, written to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, including but not be limited to the following: i. a fully dimensioned and scaled comprehensive site plan that includes the following information:  total area of the campground/RV park;  park boundary lines;  locations of all proposed buildings, including sizes and uses, road accesses, proposed campground/RV sites, roads and laneways, parking areas, landscaping, including the number and type of trees and shrubs proposed; ii. detailed building plans, including building elevations; and iii. detailed servicing plan including drainage and grading. Page 37 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 128 (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.  Page 38 of 82 Page 39 of 82 Page 40 of 82 Page 41 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Bylaw 1900 Second and Third Reading Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Brandy Hay-Morgan, Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Brandy Hay-Morgan, Planning & Development Officer RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council move Second Reading of proposed Bylaw 1900 for the purpose of Amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating portions of the SW 13-29-25 W4M, Plan 861 0569, Blk 2 from Agriculture District to Local Rural Commercial. Council may also consider Third Reading of Bylaw 1900. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service RELEVANT LEGISLATION: Provincial (cite)- Municipal Government Act Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Strategic Plan, Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw 1808 BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Brenden Ramsay (Authorized Agent: Laura Ramsay) has applied to redesignate 2.29 acres +/- portion of the SW 13-29-25 W4, Plan 861 0569, Blk 2 from Agriculture to Local Rural Commercial District for future development of a special events venue. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Under the Municipal Government Act (MGA), applications for the redesignation of lands require a public hearing to be held prior to adopting the bylaw creating the new district. First reading to these proposed bylaws was given on May 14, 2024. This is the mechanism to get an application in the queue. All information and questions regarding the application were brought forward to the public hearing held on June 11, 2024. The public hearing process is a legislated process. As per the MGA, Council must hear any person, or group of persons who claim to be affec ted by the proposed bylaw. Any landowner who feels they will be impacted by a proposed development either positively or negatively had the opportunity to come and speak about the matter directly at the public hearing. Affected parties could also submit the ir comments in writing. These comments were included in the public hearing package for Council consideration. As Council reviews and discusses the content of the public hearing, they can approve, amend, or defeat the proposed bylaws. Participating in the public hearing is the legislated method to provide comments to Council for consideration for applicants wanting to redesignate their lands. Once a public hearing is closed, no additional information should be considered in the decision-making process. Redesignations are about the proposed use. A redesignation establishes a land use district and is not a permit to develop. As such, the redesignation focuses on overall site suitability and not specific conditions of development Page 42 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 The subject parcel is bound by Rge Rd 251 on the west and is located approximately two miles south of Hwy 575. The applicants have indicated that they want to utilize existing buildings (quonset and grain bins), for an event venue for the focus to be weddings and may entertain other events if suitable. The event venue will have an approximate capacity of 150 people and have an area designated for camping for event guests. In the future they are looking to add some timber framed cabins for overnight accommodation for guests only. The proposed use has warranted redesignation. No subdivision is proposed and so only the portions of the parcel applicable to the proposed use will be rezoned as per the site plan noted in the Bylaw. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The redesignation represents no financial implications to the operating budget currently. There are no additional staffing implications related to this application. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Bylaw 1900 Application Letter of Intent Local Rural Commercial District COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council move Second reading of proposed Bylaw 1900 for the purpose of Amending Land Use Bylaw 1900 by redesignating the SW 13-29-25 W4M, Plan 861 0569, Blk 2 from Agriculture District to Local Rural Commercial. 2. That Council consider further readings of Bylaw 1900. 3. That Council defer third reading to another Council meeting. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will ensure that the applicant is aware of the outcome of this meeting. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 43 of 82 BYLAW NO 1900 A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO AMEND LAND USE BYLAW 1808 REDESIGNATION FROM AGRICULTURE DISTRICT TO LOCAL RURAL COMMERCIAL DISTRICT 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; 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. INTRODUCTION THAT in PART XIV – LAND USE MAPS, the relevant 2.29 ± acres (0.926± ha) of SW 13-29-25-W4, Plan 861 0569, Block 2 as shown on the sketch below are to be redesignated from A – Agriculture District to LRC - Local Rural Commercial. Page 44 of 82 Bylaw No. 1900, Agriculture District to Local Rural Commercial Page 2 of 3 2. EFFECTIVE DATE (1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading. READ a first time on this 14th day of May, 2024. PUBLIC HEARING on this _______ day of ______, 2024 READ a second time on this ________ day of __________, 2024. READ a third time and final time of this _______ day of ________, 2024. Reeve Kenneth King Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen Page 45 of 82 Bylaw No. 1900, Agriculture District to Local Rural Commercial Page 3 of 3 Date Bylaw Signed Page 46 of 82 Page 47 of 82 Page 48 of 82 Page 49 of 82 Page 50 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 114 101. LRC – Local Rural Commercial Purpose To provide for commercial development within the County, including tourist uses which charge a fee. Permitted Uses (a) Accessory Building (b) Automotive and Recreational Vehicle Sales and Rentals (c) Culinary Herb Production (d) Cut Flower Market (e) Eating and Drinking Establishment (f) Gas Bar (g) Motor Vehicle Servicing Repair & Storage – Service Station (h) Office (i) Personal Services Facility (j) Public or Quasi-public Use (k) Public Utility Building (l) Restaurant (m) Retail Store (n) Security Suite (o) Solar, Private – Ground Mounted (p) Temporary Second Dwelling (q) Tourist Information Services & Facilities (r) Tree Farm (s) U-Pick (t) Veterinary Clinic Discretionary Uses (a) Accessory Use(s) (b) Agricultural Processing (c) Agricultural Support Service (d) Agricultural Tourism (e) Animal Shelter (f) Auction Mart (g) Auction Mart, Livestock (h) Brewery/Distillery & Sales (i) Bulk Fuel Depot (j) Campground/RV Park (k) Cannabis Retail Sales – Medical & Non-medical (l) Car/Truck Wash (m) Cheese Processing (n) Commercial Kennel (o) Commercial Storage (p) Drive-Through Business (q) Equipment Rentals (r) Farm and Industrial Equipment and Machinery Sales and Service (s) Financial Service (t) Funeral Home (u) Greenhouse, Commercial (v) Hemp Processing (w) Hotel (x) Housing, Employee (y) Landscaping, Commercial (z) Liquor Sales (aa) Market Garden (bb) Meat Market / Butcher (cc) Motel (dd) Portable Storage Container (ee) Recreational, Minor (ff) Recycling Collection Point (gg) Recycling Depot (hh) Storage Rental Facilities (ii) Riding Arena, Commercial (jj) RV Storage – Major (kk) RV Storage – Minor (ll) Sign (mm) Veterinary Hospital (nn) Warehousing (oo) Wind Energy Conversion System, Private (pp) Wool Processing      LRC L O C A L R U R A L C O M M E R C I A L D I S T R I C T Page 51 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 115   (1) Subdivision Regulations (a) Minimum Lot Area: 1 acre (0.4 ha) (b) Minimum Lot Width: 30.5 m (100 ft.) (2) Development Regulations (a) Maximum Lot Coverage: Sixty Percent (60%) (b) 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 Roads other than primary Highways: 30.5 m (98.4 ft.) (b) Minimum Yard, Front Setback from Primary Highways: as required by Alberta Transportation (c) Minimum Yard, Side Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.) (d) Minimum Yard, Rear Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.) (4) Parking (a) Onsite parking requirements shall be determined by the Development Authority based on the evaluation of each individual application. (5) Special Requirements (a) The exterior finish of any building shall be to the satisfaction of the Development Authority. (6) For development in the Local Rural Commercial District, the following criteria shall apply to each application: (a) The development shall be located adjacent to a road that meets the standard local road or art road County standard. (b) The access location shall be approved by the Development Authority in consultation with the County’s Transportation Department. (c) The development shall have good access to any highway. If multiple enterprises are included in one site an Outline Plan or Area Structure Plan will be required. (d) The development shall have suitable access and/or service roads so as not to interfere with traffic, or create a hazard to traffic. (e) In approving any developments that require upgrading of municipal roads to give proper access to the development, the applicant shall pay for the upgrading of the road in compliance with the County’s current road building policy or GMSS. (f) The development shall have adequate sewage disposal systems and available water supplies as required by appropriate authorities. (g) If required by the Development Authority, the development shall also obtain approval under the Special Events Bylaw for specific events. Page 52 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 116 (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. Page 53 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 3 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Follow-Up to Request from Badlands Recreation Development Corp. Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development Presented By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development RECOMMENDED MOTION: 1. That Council moves that Administration enter into an agreement with Badlands Motorsports Development Corp. and apply for the STIP-LMI grant on behalf of BMR for potential funding for the access road. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☒ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☐ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service RELEVANT LEGISLATION: Provincial (cite)- Municipal Government Act Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Badlands Motorsport Resort Area Structure Plan BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Developer James Zelazo has been working to move this project forward. The proposed project is within an approved Area Structure Plan. As per his subdivision application and his Development Agreement, he is required to build and pave 5.88 miles of the access road from Highway 9 to the site. He has found it challenging to raise investor funds for the construction of the road as well as the security required since it is an asset that they won’t own, so he has been in contact with different ministers to see what funding may be available to help facilitate this portion of the project. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Several provincial ministries have mandate letters that require them to encourage econom ic development and there are several funding streams available for this purpose. Minister Devin Dreeshen of Transportation and Economic Corridors arranged a meeting between the Assistant Deputy Minister Tom Loo and BMR in July of 2023. The perception obtained from this meeting was that the STIP – LMI (Local Municipal Initiatives) stream would be the appropriate program for funding of this magnitude and scope. Mr. Loo advised that the LMI program eligible project costs for park access roads are funded as a grant of 75% province and 25% municipal and suggested the Developer could make an arrangement with the Municipality to pay the Municipality’s 25% share. These conversations noted a potential cost of $15,000,000 for this road project, so the Ministers were aware of the prospective level of commitment on the table. The Developer met with the County to share the outcome of this meeting. Further clarification regarding the potential amount of funding was requested by the Municipality. On January 16, 2024, a virtual Team meeting was held between Minister Dreeshen representing Alberta Transportation, James Zelazo (Developer) and Marshall Chalmers (representing the Developer). From this meeting the Developer Page 54 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 3 Version: 2022-02 understood that the Province would be agreeable to grant the funding requested and recommended the Developer work with the Municipality to submit the funding application as required. The deadline to apply for this funding is November 30. Once applications are received, all projects are rated on a province-wide, competitive basis. To move this project forward, the Developer would like the Municipality to submit an application on their behalf by the November 30th deadline. This will allow them to proceed with the next steps regarding the road which includes obtaining some of the required geotechnical and engineering work. Administration was of the opinion that a letter from the Reeve to Minister Dreeshen confirming this potential funding source as well as assurance that it will not impact the municipality’s ability to obtain grant funding through the normal process for municipal projects would be in order. At the April 23, 2024, Council meeting Council did authorize the Reeve to send a letter to Minister Dreeshen of Transportation and Economic Corridors confirming the funding opportunity and verifying that an application for this purpose will not impact the Municipality’s ability to obtain grant funding for municipal infrastructure projects. The Reeve has forwarded the response received from the Minister and attached to this package. The original understanding of a 75%/25% split was clarified to be for park access roads. As Badlands Motorsports Resort is not a park, they would be eligible for a 50% funding grant. The Minister noted that there is a higher chance of receiving Government of Alberta grant funding if they have secured support from municipal partners and can clearly outline the economic benefits of the project for all Albertans. The proposed funding breakdown would be as follows based on the Ministers response letter: Total estimated project cost of $15,000,000 (The Developer would pay for any construction costs exceeding this amount)  The Province would provide a grant in the amount of $7.5M (50%)  Badlands Recreation Development Corp. agrees to provide $7.5M to meet the other 50% share  The Municipality would agree to submit an application for this funding on behalf of Badlands. The Minister also noted in his letter that an “application from Kneehill County for STIP related to the Badlands Motorsport Resort project will not impact the municipality’s ability to apply for other municipal projects, as each project/application is evaluated on its own merit. The county could therefore submit multiple STIP applications in the same year.” The Developer has been made aware of the maximum 50% provincial and 50% municipal funding split and has agreed to this split. They have asked that the County carry out the proposed STIP application for funding on their behalf. If Council approves this request, Administration will enter into an agreement with Badlands Motorsports Resort (BMR) regarding this application submission and the requirement for BMR to provide the other 50% of the proposed project costs as well as anything over and above the $15,000,000 projected costs. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: There are no staffing implications currently as this falls under the normal operations for our department. There could be significant financial implications in the form of tax revenue once this site is dev eloped. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: Page 55 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 3 of 3 Version: 2022-02 ATTACHMENTS: Response from Honourable Devin Dreeshen, ECA COUNCIL OPTIONS: 2. Council recommends that Administration enter into an agreement with Badlands Motorsports Development Corp. and apply for the STIP-LMI grant on behalf of BMR for potential funding for the access road. 3. Council request additional information prior to making a decision. 4. Council accept as information. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will ensure the developer is notified of the outcome of this request. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 56 of 82 Page 57 of 82 Page 58 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Village of Acme Request for Allocation Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Mike Haugen, CAO Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council direct Administration to inform the Village of Acme that Kneehill does not wish to transfer any of its Aqua 7 water allocation at this time. 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 members of the Aqua 7 Regional Water Commission each have an allocation related to water as established by Aqua 7 Bylaw 2018-01. The allocation is as follows: Village of Acme: 5.68% Village of Beiseker: 6.83% Village of Carbon: 6.83% Village of Linden: 8.56% Town of Irricana: 17.10% Kneehill County: 36.24% Rocky View County: 18.76% With development occurring, the Village of Acme believes that they will be approaching full use of their allocation and are questioning members regarding their willingness to transfer/sell allocation to Acme. The letter of request from the Village is attached. Aqua 7 has a diversion license for 2.35 Million cubic metres annually. Kneehill County’s share, based on a 36.24% allocation, would be 855,870 cubic metres annually. Kneehill County’s 2023 use was approximately 222,000 cubic metres. The annual allocation for the Village of Acme would equal approximately 133,000 cubic metres per year. A 1 (one) percent change would equal 23,500 cubic metres per year. Page 59 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Some discussion is occurring at the Aqua 7 Board level regarding clarification of the allocations related to some Aqua 7 agreements. These discussions have yet to take place, but it has generally been viewed that these allocations are based on the Aqua 7 diversion license of 2.35 Million cubes of water per year. Kneehill County has significant room between its allocation and actual use. Administration wished to bring this request forward following a Council discussion about the County’s Economic Development plan, as those discussions may have a bearing on this discussion. Specifically, if the County is moving towards more proactive economic development, which appears to be the case, water is a critical resource for many industries. Reducing the County’s water availability may impact the future attraction of businesses. At this time, it is unknown what Kneehill County will require in the future. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: If the County considers giving up some of its allocation, it is recommended that it be sold. Aqua 7 is working on a valuation, but at this time, the value of a unit of allocation is unknown. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Letter of Request from Village of Acme COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Council may opt to keep all existing allocation 2. Council may direct staff to explore the potential sale of some allocation FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will inform the Village of Acme of the Council’s decision. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 60 of 82 Page 61 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Draft AUC Letter of Concern Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Mike Haugen, CAO Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council direct Administration to finalize the draft letter of concern regarding the Alberta Utilities Commission and send said letter to Premier Danielle Smith. 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: At the recent Committee of the Whole Meeting, the Committee reviewed AUC Decision 28086-D01-2024, which concerns an application for a solar generation facility in the Three Hills area. From that discussion, the Committee recommended that Council send a letter of concern regarding the AUC decision and reasons to Premier Smith. A draft letter for Council’s consideration is attached. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: A draft letter has been attached for Council’s review. Administration is seeking Council feedback on any amendments to the letter. Once Council is satisfied with the contents of the letter, Administration will finalize the letter and send it to the Province. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: There are no financial implications associated with the recommended motion. Staffing implications can be accommodated within existing work programs. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Page 62 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 June 25th, 2024 Draft Letter of Concern COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Council may opt to approve the letter as presented. 2. Council may opt to amend the letter prior to sending. 3. Council may opt to not send a letter of concern. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will finalize the letter with any amendments, formalize the letter on County letterhead, and mail the letter to the individuals listed. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 63 of 82 June 25th, 2024 Honourable Danielle Smith, Premier of the Province of Alberta Office of the Premier 307 Legislature Building 10800 - 97 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2B6 Dear Premier, On behalf of the Council of Kneehill County, I write to you concerning AUC Decision 28086-D01- 2024 (The “Decision”) issued June 12th, 2024. As a local Council, we were optimistic that the pause on renewable energy development would allow for the concerns of local authorities to be addressed within the processes and decisions of the Alberta Utility Commission. Upon review of the Decision, we noted several reasons and statements that make us feel like the pause and related work was more show than substance. We understand that the purpose of the review was not to forbid the development of renewable energy systems. Applications would be assessed on their merits, and some would still be approved. Our expectation was not that it would be otherwise. We hoped that more of the local authority and public concerns would be given additional weight. From the Decision, we note that the reasons for the approval included: “The Commission expects that the loss of agricultural use of the project lands will be reversible at project end of life” “The project will be co-located with agricultural activities, including livestock grazing and apiculture.” As Council, we question the assertion that the land can be returned to its previous agricultural capacity once it is developed. Furthermore, we do not believe there is clarity regarding what constitutes agricultural activity. Removing a cropped piece of land from production is hardly offset by placing a few sheep and some beehives on the site. We believe that far more clarity and understanding of the agricultural perspective is required, and we lack confidence that a board comprised of no one with an apparent agricultural or rural background is making these decisions. We would ask for the Province to help provide clarity. Furthermore, as Commission members are appointed by an Order in Council, we believe it is within your ability to ensure the AUC has a rural perspective by appointing individuals with a demonstrated understanding of rural Alberta. Thank you for your consideration on this important matter. Page 64 of 82 Respectfully, Ken King Reeve, Kneehill County cc: Hon. Nathan Neudorf, Minister of Affordability and Utilities Hon. Brian Jean, Minister of Energy and Minerals Hon. Rebecca Schulz, Minister of Environment and Protected Areas Hon. Ric McIver, Minister of Municipal Affairs Hon. RJ Sigurdson, Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation Hon. Nathan Cooper, MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills Paul McLauchlin, RMA President Page 65 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: July Council Meeting Date Change Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council reschedule the July Council meeting from July 16th to July 23rd. 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: There was a request made asking to reschedule the July Council meeting date from July 16th to July 23rd. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Administration has no issues with this change if Council chooses to change it. There are no delegations scheduled for this date, and Administration will ensure that the new date is advertised. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: There no financial implications if Council chooses to change the meeting date. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: N/A Page 66 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Change the meeting date from July 16th to July 23rd 2. Keep the original July 16th meeting date. 3. Cancel the July meeting. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Advertise the approved meeting date. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 67 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 3 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Bylaw 1902 Redesignation from Agriculture to Recreation Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Deanna Keiver Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer RECOMMENDED MOTION: 1. That Council move Second Reading of proposed Bylaw 1902 for the purpose of Amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SW 16-31-25 W4 from Agriculture District to Recreation District. 2. That Council consider additional readings for proposed Bylaw 1902. STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☐ ☒ ☐ ☐ ☒ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service RELEVANT LEGISLATION: Provincial (cite)- Municipal Government Act Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Municipal Development Plan, Land Use Bylaw 1808 BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL: Wayne and Lydia Nelson have purchased a 20.09-acre parcel on the SW 16-31-25 W4 – Open Country Farm. They wish to redesignate portions of their property from Agriculture District to Recreation District in order to accommodate events such as Family Reunions, W eddings, Church Picnics/Campouts, Conferences, Retreats, and Music Events. The application is to redesignate lands from existing Agriculture to Recreation District. If the redesignation is successful, an application for a Development Permit will follow. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Under the Municipal Government Act (MGA), applications for the redesignation of lands require a public hearing to be held prior to adopting the bylaw creating the new district. First reading to this proposed bylaw was given on May 28, 2024. This is the mechanism to get an application in the queue. All information and questions regarding the application were brought forward to the public hearing held earlier today on June 25, 2024. The public hearing process is a legislated process. As per the MGA, Council must hear any person, or group of persons who claim to be affected by the proposed bylaw. Any landowner who feels they will be impacted by a proposed development either positively or negatively had the opportunity to come and speak about the matter directly at the public hearing. Affected parties could also submit their comments in writing. These comments were included in the public hearing package for Council consideration. As Council reviews and discusses the content of the public hearing, they can approve, amend, or defeat the proposed bylaw. Page 68 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 3 Version: 2022-02 Participating in the public hearing is the legislated method to provide comments to Council for consideration for applicants wanting to redesignate their lands. Once a public hearing is closed, no additional information should be considered in the decision-making process. Redesignations are about the proposed use. A redesignation establishes a land use district and is not a permit to develop. As such, the redesignation focuses on overall site suitability and not specific conditions of development. The proposed site is located approximately two and half miles east of the Hamlet of Sunnyslope. The site is accessed via Highway 582. The redesignation to Recreation will include approximately 5 acres and approximately 15 acres will remain zoned Agriculture. The redesignated area will include three existing buildings, as well as additional space for RV’s, tents, and mini cabins (new). The Barn will be used to sell local items on consignment. Below are the uses which can be introduced on the lands that have been redesignated to the Recreation District. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The redesignation represents no financial implications to the operating budget at this time. There are no additional staffing implications related to this application. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Public Hearing Other: ATTACHMENTS: Bylaw 1902 Recreation District Letter of Intent Page 69 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 3 of 3 Version: 2022-02 COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council move Second Reading of proposed Bylaw 1902 for the purpose of Amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of SW 16-31-25 W4 from Agriculture District to Recreation District. 2. That Council consider additional readings for proposed Bylaw 1902. 3. Council defer additional readings to another Council meeting. 4. Council request more information prior to proceeding with additional readings. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will ensure that the applicant is aware of the outcome of this decision. APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 70 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 126 104. R – Recreation District Purpose The purpose and intent of this district is to provide for a broad range of rural recreational uses. Permitted Uses (a) Accessory Building (b) Cabin (c) Campground/RV Park (d) Housing, Employee (e) Museum (f) Natural Science Exhibits (g) Public or Quasi-public Use (h) Public Utility Building (i) Recreational, Minor (j) Retail Store (k) Solar, Private – Ground Mounted (l) Temporary Second Dwelling (m) Tourist Information Services and Facilities Discretionary Uses (a) Accessory Use(s) (b) Country Recreational Lodge (c) Eating and Drinking Establishment (d) Golf Course (e) Housing, Park Model (f) Portable Storage Container (g) Private Recreational Facility (n) Recreational, Major (o) Recreational Resort (h) Recreational Trails (i) Restaurant (j) Riding Arena, Indoor Private (k) Sign (1) Subdivision Regulations (a) Minimum Lot Area: 1.0 ac (0.4 ha) (2) Development Regulations (a) Minimum Gross Floor Area for Housing, Single-Detached: 74 m² (800 ft.²) (b) Minimum Gross Floor Area for other uses at the discretion of the Development Authority. (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 than a primary highway: 30.5 m (100 ft.) (c) Minimum Yard, Side Setback 7.6 m (25 ft.) (d) Minimum Yard, Rear Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.) R R E C R E A T I O N D I S T R I C T Page 71 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 127 (4) Recreation Trails (a) The Development Authority shall consider development permits for recreational trails on lands designated as Recreation District and shall be accompanied with a comprehensive plan, written to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, including but not limited to the following: i. access to the site and adjacent lands; ii. signage; iii. garbage disposal; iv. range of activities; v. maintenance; vi. insurance and liability; and vii. public safety. (b) No permits will be issued until the Development Authority is satisfied that these issues have been addressed. (c) The Development Authority may refer any development permit application for recreational trails or development concerning abandoned railway rights-of-way to the relevant federal and provincial government departments for comment. (d) If the Development Authority has a concern regarding the environmental impact of a proposed recreational trail or development in abandoned railway rights-of-way, the Development Authority may require the applicant to provide an Environmental Impact Assessment or report prepared by a qualified professional in a form satisfactory to the Development Authority. (5) Special Requirements (a) The area designated Recreation District shall be only that portion of the site proposed for recreation development. (6) Campground/RV Park: (a) Development permit applications for a campground/RV park shall be accompanied with a comprehensive site plan, written to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, including but not be limited to the following: i. a fully dimensioned and scaled comprehensive site plan that includes the following information:  total area of the campground/RV park;  park boundary lines;  locations of all proposed buildings, including sizes and uses, road accesses, proposed campground/RV sites, roads and laneways, parking areas, landscaping, including the number and type of trees and shrubs proposed; ii. detailed building plans, including building elevations; and iii. detailed servicing plan including drainage and grading. Page 72 of 82 Land Use Bylaw 1808 128 (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.  Page 73 of 82 BYLAW NO. 1902 REDESIGNATION FROM AGRICULTURE DISTRICT TO RECREATION 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 5.0 +/- acres of Ptn. SW 16-31-25 W4 shown on the sketch below are to be redesignated from A – Agriculture District to R- Recreation District. Page 74 of 82 Bylaw No. 1902, Agriculture District to Recreation District Bylaw Page 2 of 2 2. EFFECTIVE DATE (1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading. READ a first time on this 28h day of May, 2024. Public Hearing Date on this 25th day of June, 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 Page 75 of 82 Page 76 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Prairie College & Mission Aviation Fellowship of Canada Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 2024 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Coordinator Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council direct Administration to investigate options for upgrading the water service and constructing the installation of a sanitary service line to the Three Hills Airport. 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: Prairie College was represented by a delegation at today’s meeting. The purpose of their presentation was to request Council's assistance with two key infrastructure projects related to the construction of a new training hangar at the Three Hills Airport:  Upgrading the water main to the Three Hills Airport.  Funding and constructing a sanitary service line to the Three Hills Airport. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: To proceed with Prairie College's request, it is recommended that Administration investigate the options for upgrading the water service in collaboration with the developer. This investigation should include:  High-Level Assessment:  Evaluate the existing water system.  Identify necessary upgrades to meet the developer's fire flow requirements. o This assessment may require some engineering work. The sanitary service connection to the Three Hills Airport presents more complexity as they are asking us to tie into a system that is owned and operated by another municipality. The request will likely require detailed investigation and design work to determine the appropriate pipe sizes, lift stations, and the capacity of the town's system to accommodate this service. Once Administration provides Council with detailed information and options, Council will then have more information for making an informed decision regarding the infrastructure support for Prairie College's new training hangar. Page 77 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The initial investigation stage of this proposed project can be completed within the 2024 budget. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: N/A COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Have Administration investigate options for Council’s consideration. 2. Request further information. 3. Receive for Information. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: APPROVAL(S): Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒ Page 78 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 1 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Council & Committee Report Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 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- ☒ Page 79 of 82 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 1 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Council Follow-Up Action List Meeting Date: Tuesday, June 25, 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- ☒ Page 80 of 82 Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status 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 2024 Q3 Hiring in Process (via Prairie) has stalled and requires follow up. Additional grant funding has been recieved allowing the project to expand once someone is in place. 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. 13-Feb-24 026/24 That Council direct Administration to request Council presentations from the NRCB, AUC, and knowledgeable expert on Alberta electrical grid regarding processes, setbacks, and other information relevant to municipalities.Mike Haugen/Carolyn Va Q3 2024 Waiting for a response from a potential speaker (energy) 27-Feb-24 038/24 That Council move to replace the Braconnier Campground Picnic Shelter in 2025 and for administration to include a detailed project plan in the 2025 budget for approval. Fallon Sherlock Q3 2024 Parks Infrastructure Standard to be brought for approval in the fall. Bracconnier structure replacement project to be included in 2025 budget. 27-Feb-24 045/24 That Council direct Administration to take the necessary steps to modify the Town of Trochu, Guaranteeing Loan Agreement timelines and interest rates, as per Trochu Housing Corporation's request.Theresa Cochran Q2 2024 On the May 28th, Council Agenda. Once the Bylaw is passed (advertising required) the Agreement will follow. 12-Mar-24 052/24 That Council approve the funding and installation of two new streetlights in the Hamlet of Huxley as presented to be funded from the 2024 Operating Budget.Mike Ziehr Q3 2024 In Progress 12-Mar-24 056/24 That Council direct staff to seek partnership opportunities with the Cluster Group Event organized by the Open Farm Days in place of a County led celebration of agriculture event.Kevin Gannon Q3 2024 In progress. funding contribution request to come to a future Council meeting 09-Apr-24 094/24 That Council approves to host Ratepayer Evenings in Three Hills and Sunnyslope in June 2024. ;Completed Christine Anderson Q2 2024 Sunnyslope: Wednesday, June 12 Three Hills: Thursday, June 20 14-May-24 122/24 That Council approve and accept a value of $15,500 for approximately 5.651 +/- acres of the undeveloped road allowance on the west side of the west half of section 25-33-25 W4.Barb Hazelton Q2 2024 In Progress 14-May-24 126/24 That Council move to schedule the Public Hearing, for Bylaw 1900 as per Sections 216.4 & 692 of the Municipal Government Act, to be held on June 11, 2024, at 10:00 a.m.Completed Barb Hazelton 11-Jun On the June 11 Agenda 14-May-24 135/24 That Council direct Administration to develop criteria and a policy for the management of additional named insured applications within Kneehill County. ;Completed 11-Jun On the June 11 Agenda 14-May-24 140/24 That Council directs Administration to coordinate a community engagement session with Huxley residents to present the findings of the wastewater study.Q2 2024 In Progress, Community meeting to take place on June 26th at the Huxley Community Hall 14-May-24 147/24 That Council approve, in principle, the participation in the proposed Stabilization Program and proceed with development of a formal Memorandum of Understanding.Mike Haugen Q2 2024 28-May-24 151/24 That Council approve the expenditure of up to $555,000 from the Capital Equipment Replacement Reserve to fund the purchase of a Class 8 Highway Snowplow for delivery in the fall of 2024.Q3 2024 Tender currently open 28-May-24 154/24 That Council move to schedule the Public Hearing, as per Sections 216.4 & 692 of the Municipal Government Act, to be held on June 25, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.Barb Hazelton 25-Jun On the June 25th Agenda. 28-May-24 155/24 That Council approve the allocation of $5000 in funding to support the Open Farm Days Cluster event at the Trochu Arboretum on August 17, 2024 to be funded from the Growing Kneehill project budget.Q2 2024 In progress Council Action Items Page 81 of 82 Meeting Date Motion #Description/Motion Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status Council Action Items 28-May-24 158/24 That Council direct Administration to include the Country Market in the 2025 budget for Council's consideration.Q4 2024 28-May-24 159/24 That Council direct Administration to conduct outreach, to potential Country Market vendors in Kneehill County, utilizing funding not to exceed $4,000.00, currently allocated for the Country Market in the 2024 budget.Fallon Sherlock, Wendy GQ4 2024 28-May-24 163/24 That the 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets, the 2026-2028 Operating Forecast, and the 2026-2030 Capital Forecast, be prepared in accordance with the following principles:Align with Councils Strategic PlanSustain existing service levelsMaintain competitive tax ratesReview and recommend adjustments of service fees and rates as necessaryContinue to implement and monitor a proactive infrastructure renewal strategyEnhance the customer experience Q4 2024 Will be incorporated into the 2025 budget 28-May-24 164/24 That Council direct staff to prepare a written submission as part of the current AUC review of Rule 007.Ushba Khalid Q3 2024 Submissions completed by September 3, 2024 11-Jun-24 173/24 That Council accepts the June 2024, Protective Services Report, as presented.Completed 11-Jun-24 174/24 That Council approve the revised Policy #16-12, County Credit and Fuel Cards, as presented.Completed 11-Jun-24 175/24 That Council approve Policy #16-6, Additional Named Insured Policy, as presented.Completed 11-Jun-24 178/24 That Council direct Administration to request a presentation to Council by Seniors Outreach regarding their programming and statistics.Carolyn Van der Kuil Q2 2024 In Progress On the August 13th Agenda 11-Jun-24 179/24 That Council receive for information the Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services 2023 Annual Report and presentation.Completed Page 82 of 82