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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPost-Meeting Agenda Package - CoW_Feb18_2025COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE POST-MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, February 18, 2025, 8:30 a.m. 1600 2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 https://www.youtube.com/@kneehillcounty48 Pages 1.Call to Order 1.1 Approval of Agenda 1.2 Approval of Minutes 1.2.1 Approval of the December 3, 2024, COW Meeting Minutes 2 2.New Business 2.1 Water and Wastewater Review 5 2.2 Bylaw 1905 Draft Municipal Development Plan Further Discussion 58 2.3 Horseshoe Canyon Interpretive Centre and Feasibility Study 147 Presenter: GGA-Architecture at 11:00 a.m. 3.Closed Session 4.Adjournment __________Initials 1 Committee of the Whole Minutes December 3, 2024, 8:30 a.m. 1600 2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 _____________________________________________________________________ 1. Call to Order Deputy Reeve McGhee called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. 1.1 Approval of Agenda Additions to the Agenda: Under New Business: 2.1 STIP Application Resolution: CW131 Moved by: Councillor Christie That the Committee of the Whole approve the agenda as amended. CARRIED 1.2 Approval of Minutes 1.2.1 Approval of the November 19, 2024, COW Meeting Minutes Resolution: CW132 Moved by: Reeve King Page 2 of 196 December 3, 2024 __________Initials 2 That the Committee of the Whole approves the adoption of the minutes of the November 19, 2024, Committee of the Whole meeting, as presented. CARRIED 2. New Business 2.1 2025 Budget – Additional Information The Chair called for a recess at 9:28 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 9:38 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Resolution: CW133 Moved by: Councillor Fobes That this meeting goes into closed session at 10:27 a.m. for the following reason(s).  Intergovernmental Relations (Section 21) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: CW134 Moved by: Reeve King That Council return to open meeting at 10:49 a.m. 10:50a.m. - meeting recessed to allow return of public. 10:50 a.m. - meeting resumed. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY The Chair called for a recess at 11:14 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 11:30 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. The Chair called for a recess at 12:25 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at 1:01 p.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Resolution: CW135 Moved by: Reeve King That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Council to include the Carbon Management Services project in the 2025 operating budget. CARRIED Page 3 of 196 December 3, 2024 __________Initials 3 Resolution: CW136 Moved by: Councillor Penner That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Council to include the fourth Community Peace Officer position in the 2025 Operating budget. DEFEATED Resolution: CW137 Moved by: Reeve King That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Council that the proposed Horseshoe Canyon Trail Masterplan project be removed from the proposed 2025 Budget. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: CW138 Moved by: Councillor Christie That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Council to bring forward the amended proposed 2025 budget to the December 10th, Council meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 2.2 STIP Application The group discussed the status of the STIP-LMI grant application that the County submitted on behalf of the Badlands Motorsports Development Corp. 3. Closed Session 4. Adjournment The meeting adjourned at 1:20 p.m. Page 4 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 1 of 6 Version: 2023-01 Subject: Water and Wastewater Review Meeting Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Prepared By: Ushba Khalid, Municipal Intern Presented By: Ushba Khalid, Municipal Intern 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 S.382-387, S.391-409, S.648. Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Bylaw #1912 – Master Rates Bylaw BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL Assumptions/Disclaimer: As directed by the Council, Administration has conducted a high-level review of the County’s water and wastewater systems. While the data presented may have a small margin for error due to current limitations in capacity and precise calculation systems, it represents the most accurate figures achievable with available resources. Looking ahead, the County is committed to expanding its use of asset management, which will refine operational and capital data, enhance infrastructure maintenance tracking, and ultimately reduce operational losses. The operational revenue and expenses for both systems are sourced from Microsoft GP (Diamond), but does not include amounts related to organizational functions such as: the safety program, and office building utilities and maintenance. The estimated subsidy is determined by subtracting the revenue from expenses, yielding the amount in dollar value . This review analyzes the utility system, as a whole, rather than the 13 water systems operated individually by the County. Background: The primary function of the County's water system is to deliver safe, reliable, and potable water to residents through daily compliance checks, routine maintenance, and prompt responses to issues. Regular water quality testing ensures compliance with Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines. The system serves about 50% of the County, covering rural areas and the hamlets of Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington, and Wimborne. It includes 900 kilometers of pipelines, 9 reservoirs, 9 pumphouses, and 2 booster stations. Huxley and Wimborne are on groundwater well systems; the other water sources come through some form of regional distribution. The County monitors a total of 843 utility accounts and 567 bulk water accounts to ensure proper coverage and accurate billing. Recent upgrades include the Churchill Pumphouse and Reservoir, electronic upgrades to the Mt. Vernon Booster Station, and connecting Torrington to the rural waterline. Maintenance and infrastructure management address challenges like aging infrastructure and compliance with new guidelines through capital projects and improved procedures. The system’s average daily distribution is 615 m³, with an average annual distribution of 224,575 m3, representing combined water usage across all serviced areas. Page 5 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 2 of 6 Version: 2023-01 Proposal: This review aims to assess the extent to which the water and wastewater system is subsidized through general taxes. It outlines the current state of the County’s utility systems to inform Council's discussion on potential future directions. In 2024, the total utility system generated $1,331,484 in operational revenue, while operational expenses totaled $2,133,015. As a result, considering the 2024 utility rates, the County had to subsidize $801,531, or 38% of the system, to cover the shortfall. At present, the County’s water and wastewater systems are operating at a loss, requiring continued County support through taxes. This is a typical challenge for rural areas, where the costs of infrastructure and service delivery are spread across fewer residents. To mitigate this, the County is investigating various measures, including collecting and analyzing utility data through this report. To address the shortfall, the operational revenue needs to be increased. Currently, the system's operational revenue comes from monthly fees billed to customers and penalties, fees, and contract services. To better align operational revenue with expenses and close the existing gap, the Administration assessed a universal rate of $6.63 per m³, which would be required to achieve approximate cost recovery. This adjustment would more accurately reflect the true costs of running the system, helping to achieve full cost recovery. For wastewater, the Administration explored a model with both a monthly service fee and a usage-based fee to cover the expenses of the wastewater system and ensure its financial sustainability. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Discussion: Data has been compiled for the four-year period of 2020 to 2024. Present Situation of Kneehill County Water and Wastewater Water According to the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, water loss can vary significantly, with well- managed systems losing less than 10% and older systems experiencing losses o ver 50%. Environment Canada estimates the average loss to be 13%. These losses typically arise from leaks, infrastructure use, and operational challenges. In this report, Administration is accounting for a 10% loss. The County is taking proactive steps to address water loss by planning asset management strategies. Total Water Distributed (m3) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 3 Total Bulk Water Distributed (m3) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Combined Total Water Volume (m3) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 *No loss amount for Bulk Water as the water is transported directly from the bulk water station. Page 6 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 3 of 6 Version: 2023-01 The County’s water supply comes from four sources: the Three Hills distribution, Aqua 7, the Churchill water system, and groundwater wells. Revenue is generated from water billed to customers, as well as penalties, fees, and contract services. It is important to note that the revenue includes a $62.00 flat maintenance fee, charged bimonthly for all service connections. This fee helps maintain and enhance the utility infrastructure, supports meter readings, and covers administrative costs. Both the flat rate and usage fees contribute to the general water revenue. Expenses include purchased water, salaries, utilities (power and heat), testing, training, maintenance, repairs, fuel, telephones, software, and engineering services. The total expenses encompass both water distribution and bulk water costs. However, a detailed breakdown by system is not accessible at this time due to the complexity and integration of these expenses. Total Revenue from Water Distribution Sales Total Revenue from Bulk Water Sales Total Water System Revenue Total Water System Expenses Total Water System Subsidy Water System Per M³ Cost and Subsidy Analysis Wastewater Kneehill County has four wastewater systems: Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington, and Wimborne. Administration has compiled the total operational revenues and expenses for all sanitary systems to determine the overall subsidy amount that the County contributes through taxes to sustain the wastewater system. The revenue includes monthly fees, while the expenses account for salaries, sewer main flushing, Acti-zyme, fuel, lab testing, etc. Page 7 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 4 of 6 Version: 2023-01 Total Sanitary System Revenue 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $14,526 $14,451 $14,419 $14,467 $14,492 Total Sanitary System Expenses 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $99,583 $143,880 $124,478 $131,623 $133,702 Total Sanitary System Subsidy 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $85,057 85% $129,428 90% $110,059 88% $117,157 89% $119,210 89% Wastewater System Per M³ Cost and Subsidy Analysis Year Total Revenue Total Expenses Wastewater Treated (m³) Revenue per m³ Cost per m³ Subsidy per m³ Total Subsidy 2020 $14,526 $99,583 34,487 $0.42 $2.89 $2.47 $85,057 2021 $14,451 $143,880 38,608 $0.37 $3.73 $3.35 $129,429 2022 $14,419 $124,478 30,685 $0.47 $4.06 $3.59 $110,059 2023 $14,467 $131,623 34,253 $0.42 $3.84 $3.42 $117,156 2024 $14,492 $133,702 32,707 $0.44 $4.09 $3.64 $119,210 Not all water used enters the wastewater collection system. The proportion of water used that is returned to the system is called the wastewater return factor. Industry standards suggest that 80%-90% of water returns to the wastewater system. In the County, it is assumed that the Water Department treats approximately 90% of the water distributed. The ‘Wastewater Treated’ amount equals 90% of the combined total water volume. Total Utility System Total Utility System Revenue 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $1,019,397 $1,120,649 $1,271,778 $1,340,620 $1,331,484 Total Utility System Expenses 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $1,768,685 $2,023,452 $2,084,151 $2,192,922 $2,133,014 Total Utility System Subsidy 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $749,288 42% $902,803 45% $812,373 39% $852,302 39% $801,530 38% Total System Per M³ Cost and Subsidy Analysis Year Total Revenue Total Expenses Combined Total Water + Wastewater (m³) Revenue per m³ Cost per m³ Subsidy per m³ Total Subsidy 2020 $1,019,397 $1,768,685 278,561 $3.66 $6.35 $2.69 $749,288 2021 $1,120,649 $2,023,452 298,926 $3.75 $6.77 $3.02 $902,803 2022 $1,271,778 $2,084,151 301,438 $4.22 $6.91 $2.69 $812,373 2023 $1,340,620 $2,192,922 337,071 $3.98 $6.51 $2.53 $852,302 2024 $1,331,484 $2,133,015 334,262 $3.98 $6.38 $2.40 $801,530 Page 8 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 5 of 6 Version: 2023-01 Considerations: 1) On January 28th, 2025, Council passed the Master Rates Bylaw #1912, introducing new water rates across the County. Currently, the water rate differs by system: the general water distribution system charges $4.05/m3, the Huxley and Wimborne systems charge $2.55/m3, and bulk water stations charge $5.15/m3, plus a $10 minimum fee per monthly bill. The scenario below aims to set a single rate across all systems to cover the total cost of operating Kneehill County’s water systems, which was $1,999,313 in 2024. The unified rate of $6.630 per m3 would balance operational revenue and expenses for the entire water system, taking the system from a subsidy model to a cost recovery model, if Council so chooses. Optimized Rate Scenario 3 3 2) Wastewater rates have remained relatively unchanged for the past few years. Administration has explored a wastewater fee system based on water usage, with a rate of $2.51/m3, while incorporating a fixed monthly wastewater service charge. This dual-fee structure is designed to more accurately reflect the cost of collecting and treating wastewater in the County and has been incorporated by other municipalities such as the City of Calgary. With this example, the projected annual revenue would be around $133,830, covering the 2024 total sanitary system operating expense of $133,702. Monthly Wastewater Usage Charge 3 3 3 Monthly Wastewater Service Charge *The “Monthly W ater Volume Used” amount is multiplied by 0.9 to reflect that, on average, 90% of treated water is returned to the wastewater system over 12 months. This is the “Volume entering the Collection System” amount. Page 9 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 6 of 6 Version: 2023-01 3) Special Tax/Levies and Local Improvement Tax Imposing a special levy or local improvement tax is another option for Council to achieve its cost recovery goal for the utility system. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: As this report is for information, there are no staffing or financial implications. All tasks are incorporated into existing staff work plans. ATTACHMENTS: RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee of the Whole accept this report for information. APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 10 of 196 WATER AND WASTEWATER REVIEW COW Meeting Feb 18th, 2025 Page 11 of 196 Agenda Assumptions01 Background02 Water analysis04 wastewater analysis05 Total Utility analysis06 Considerations 07 proposal03 Page 12 of 196 Assumptions This report is a high-level overview of the County's water and wastewater systems. It represents the most accurate figures achievable with the available resources. Operational revenue and expenses were sourced from Microsoft GP The analysis focuses on the utility system as a complete entity rather than examining the 13 individual water systems. Page 13 of 196 bACKGROUND uTILITY SYSTEM PRIMARY FUNCTION sERVICE AREA components of system Distribution statistics Deliver safe, reliable, and potable water to residents. Covers ~50% of the County, including rural areas and the hamlets of Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington, and Wimborne. 900 km of pipelines, 9 reservoirs, 9 pumphouses, and 2 booster stations. Average daily distribution: 615 m³ Average annual distribution: 224,575 m³ Page 14 of 196 proposal results Kneehill County subsidizes the water and wastewater systems through general taxes. The aim of this review was to understand the extent of this subsidization. The goal of any utility system is to achieve as close to cost recovery as possible. In 2024, considering the operational revenue and expense amounts, the County subsidized 38% of the total utility system. Options explored to reach cost recovery: Universal rate per m3 for water systems Monthly service and usage-based fee for wastewater systems Page 15 of 196 wATER Analysis wATER AND BULK WATER DISTRIBUTION Total Water Distribution (m³) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 216,619 220,146 207,921 236,160 242,030 Total Bulk Water Distribution (m³) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 27,455 40,172 62,832 66,658 59,525 Combined Total Water Volume (m³) 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 244,074 260,318 270,753 302,818 301,555 2 0 2 0 2 0 2 1 2 0 2 2 2 0 2 3 2 0 2 4 T o t a l S y s t e m s w i t h ~1 0 % L o s s 1 9 4 ,9 5 7 1 9 8 ,1 3 1 1 8 7 ,1 2 9 2 1 2 ,5 4 4 2 1 7 ,8 2 7 L o s s A m o u n t (m ³) 2 1 ,6 6 2 2 2 ,0 1 5 2 0 ,7 9 2 2 3 ,6 1 6 2 4 ,2 0 3 loss incorporation Water loss is an inevitable aspect of any water system. According to Environment Canada, the average water loss is estimated to be around 13%. For this review, Administration is considering a 10% water loss. Page 16 of 196 wATER Analysis Revenue, Expenses, and subsidy Total Revenue from Water Distribution Sales 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $794,962 $844,491 $858,654 $938,046 $952,906 Total Revenue from Bulk Water Sales 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $124,558 $179,716 $319,382 $303,931 $270,071 Total Water System Revenue 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $1,004,871 $1,106,198 $1,257,359 $1,326,154 $1,316,992 Total Water System Expenses 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $1,669,102 $1,879,572 $1,959,673 $2,061,299 $1,999,313 Total Water System Subsidy 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $664,231 (40%) $773,374 (41%) $702,314 (36%) $735,145 (36%) $682,321 (34%) Page 17 of 196 Year Total Revenue Total Expenses Combined Total Water Volume (m³) Revenue per m³Cost per m³Subsidy per m³Total Subsidy 2020 $1,004,871 $1,669,102 244,074 $4.12 $6.84 $2.72 $664,231 2021 $1,106,198 $1,879,572 260,318 $4.25 $7.22 $2.97 $773,374 2022 $1,257,359 $1,959,673 270,753 $4.64 $7.24 $2.59 $702,314 2023 $1,326,154 $2,061,299 302,818 $4.38 $6.81 $2.43 $735,145 2024 $1,316,992 $1,999,313 301,555 $4.37 $6.63 $2.26 $682,321 wATER Analysis Water system PER M³ Page 18 of 196 wAstewaTER Analysis Revenue, Expenses, and subsidy Total Sanitary System Revenue 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $14,526 $14,451 $14,419 $14,467 $14,492 Total Sanitary System Expenses 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $99,583 $143,880 $124,478 $131,623 $133,702 Total Sanitary System Subsidy 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $85,057 (85%) $129,428 (90%) $110,059 (88%) $117,157 (89%) $119,210 (89%) Page 19 of 196 Year Total Revenue Total Expenses Wastewater Treated (m³)Revenue per m³Cost per m³Subsidy per m³Total Subsidy 2020 $14,526 $99,583 34,487 $0.42 $2.89 $2.47 $85,057 2021 $14,451 $143,880 38,608 $0.37 $3.73 $3.35 $129,429 2022 $14,419 $124,478 30,685 $0.47 $4.06 $3.59 $110,059 2023 $14,467 $131,623 34,253 $0.42 $3.84 $3.42 $117,156 2024 $14,492 $133,702 32,707 $0.44 $4.09 $3.64 $119,210 wAstewaTER Analysis Wastewater system PER M³ Page 20 of 196 Total Utility Analysis Revenue, Expenses, and subsidy Total Utility System Revenue 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $1,019,397 $1,120,649 $1,271,778 $1,340,620 $1,331,484 Total Utility System Expenses 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $1,768,685 $2,023,452 $2,084,151 $2,192,922 $2,133,014 Total Sanitary System Subsidy 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 $749,288 42% $902,803 45% $812,373 39% $852,302 39% $801,530 38% Page 21 of 196 Year Total Revenue Total Expenses Combined Total Water + Wastewater (m³)Revenue per m³Cost per m³Subsidy per m³Total Subsidy 2020 $1,019,397 $1,768,685 278,561 $3.66 $6.35 $2.69 $749,288 2021 $1,120,649 $2,023,452 298,926 $3.75 $6.77 $3.02 $902,803 2022 $1,271,778 $2,084,151 301,438 $4.22 $6.91 $2.69 $812,373 2023 $1,340,620 $2,192,922 337,071 $3.98 $6.51 $2.53 $852,302 2024 $1,331,484 $2,133,015 334,262 $3.98 $6.38 $2.40 $801,530 Total Utility Analysis Total system PER M³ Page 22 of 196 FUTURE CONSIDERATIONS levies and taxesOPtimized water rate 01 02 03 wastewater usage & service charge Page 23 of 196 2024 (Actual)2024 (Optimized) Total Water Volume (m³) Total Expenses Rate for Full Cost Recovery Total Revenue 301,555 $1,999,313 $6.630011/m³$1,999,313 oPTIMIZED WATER RATE Currently, the water rate differs by system: General water distribution system charges $4.05/m3 Huxley and Wimborne systems charge $2.55/m3 Bulk water stations charge $5.15/m3, plus a $10 minimum fee per monthly bill. Calculates the full cost recovery rate for all systems to cover the total expense of operating Kneehill County’s water system. Page 24 of 196 Wastewater usage and Service Charge Monthly Wastewater Usage Charge System Monthly Water Volume Used (m³) Volume entering Collection System (m³) Wastewater Rate/m³ Wastewater Charge Huxley 443 398 $2.51 $1,000 Swalwell 708 638 $2.51 $1,600 Torrington 1615 1,454 $2.51 $3,649 Wimborne 196 177 $2.51 $443 Mobile Home Parks Included with Torrington Monthly Wastewater Service Charge System Number of Users Monthly Flat Fee (@ $20) Huxley 43 $860 Swalwell 53 $1060 Torrington 103 $2060 Wimborne 24 $480 Mobile Home Parks Included with Torrington Monthly Revenue Yearly Revenue Yearly Expense (2024) $11,152 $133, 830 $133,702 Page 25 of 196 levies and taxes S .3 8 2 -S .3 8 9 : S P E C I A L T A X Outlines the process by which municipal councils can levy special taxes to fund broad municipal services or purposes that benefit the entire municipality, such as waterworks and sewer systems projects. S .3 9 1 -S .4 0 9 : L O C A L I M P R O V E M E N T T A X S .6 4 8 : O F F -S I T E L E V I E S Charges levies to developers to fund essential infrastructure for new developments, including water and sewage. These fees must be used exclusively for capital projects that benefit the development, as outlined in the levy bylaw. Funds targeted infrastructure projects. These taxes are charged to properties directly benefiting from the improvements and can be spread over a set period. Page 26 of 196 Thank You Questions? Page 27 of 196 BYLAW NO 1912 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 1893 is hereby repealed 4. That this bylaw shall take effect at third reading. READ a first time on this 14th day of January, 2025. READ a second time on this 14th day of January , 2025. UNANIMOUS consent for third reading was provided on the 14th day of January , 2025. READ a third time and final time of this 14th day of January , 2025. Page 28 of 196 2 19 Schedule ‘A’ Master Rates ** MOST GOODS AND SERVICES LISTED ARE SUBJECT TO GST ** ADMINISTRATION & FINANCE Aerial Photos Geo-Referenced Photos Kneehill County Maps – – – – – – Custom Plotter (Scanned) Flags Photocopies Late Penalty Charges NSF Returned Cheque Page 29 of 196 3 19 Tax Certificates Tax Exemption Application Well Drilling Equipment Tax Assessment Sheets Assessment Appeal Fees Election FOIP Services Paper copies color up to 8 ½” X 14” up to 8 ½” X 14” Gravel Stockpile Lease Rates Page 30 of 196 4 19 AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD General Inspections for Municipalities Fenceline Weed Control Private Land Weed Control Weed Management Enforcement All Services minimum of 1 hour Page 31 of 196 5 19 OPERATIONS Residential Approach Application Grader Dust Control Road Development Assessment Fee Industrial/Commercial Road Bonds Temporary Right of Way Water Line Agreement Approaches/Crossings Road Inspection/ Rig Moves Road Permit Road Development Assessment Fee Page 32 of 196 6 19 Services to Other Municipalities Equipment/Services Construction Ass’n during Dust Control Road Product PARKS & CEMETERIES *Definition: Camping Unit=RV/Trailer or Tent sleeping a single family Horseshoe Canyon Fees Braconnier Campground Fees Torrington Campground Fees Swalwell Campground Fees Keiver’s Lake Campground Fees * Prepayments and deposits only refunded with 72 hours’ notice. Page 33 of 196 7 19 Page 34 of 196 8 19 Firewood Mowing Commemorative Bench Fee Cemetery Plot (2 plot limit) Cemetery Maintenance Trochu St. John’s Lutheran Page 35 of 196 9 19 PROTECTIVE SERVICES Burn Permit Fire Safety Codes Inspection Services Fire Safety Codes Investigation Services Fireworks – Fire Services Fees – Mutual Aid Responses- Equipment, Manpower or Other Resources Page 36 of 196 10 19 Animal Control Peace Officer Bylaw Enforcement – PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT General – Page 37 of 196 11 19 Development Permits- Class 1 – Minor Development – Development Permits- Class 2- Residential, Minor Commercial and Change in Land Use – – Page 38 of 196 12 19 Development Permits- Class 3- Institutional, Commercial and Light Industrial – – Development Permits- Class 4- Major Commercial, Industrial and Recreation – – Page 39 of 196 13 19 Development Permits- Class 5- Food Trucks & Mobile Vendors Keiver’s Lake Campground, Orkney Viewpoint Braconnier’s Dam Campground, Swalwell Dam Campground, Torrington Campground Horseshoe Canyon Development Permits- Class 6- Exceptions – –– Subdivision Fees st Endorsement Fees Additional Fees Page 40 of 196 14 19 SAFETY CODE FEES General Building Permit Fees nd – ’ – Commercial/Industrial Commercial – Industrial – – – – SCC Levy is 4% of the permit fee with a minimum of $4.50 & maximum of $560.00 Page 41 of 196 15 19 Electrical-Plumbing-Gas-PSDS Permit Fees- Homeowner Fee Schedule Electrical Installations- New Residential Installations Only Electrical Installations- Small Electrical Installations- Value of Material Add $5 fee for every $1000 installation cost over $9000 Sewer Systems- Private Sewer Disposal System – Plumbing Installations Page 42 of 196 16 19 Gas Installations Contractor Fee Schedule Electrical Permit Fees Page 43 of 196 17 19 Plumbing Installations Gas Installations BTU Input Permit Fee – – Other Gas Installations Alternative Energy Page 44 of 196 18 19 Private Sewage Disposal Fees UTILITIES AND ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Service Charges & Installation – – – Water Charges – "Hamlet" means the communities of Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington and Wimborne Page 45 of 196 19 19 Water Modeling Water Rates Sewage Charges Garbage – Page 46 of 196 Division 1 General Jurisdiction General jurisdiction to pass bylaws 7 Subject to section 7.1, a council may pass bylaws for municipal purposes respecting the following matters: (a) the safety, health and welfare of people and the protection of people and property; (b) people, activities and things in, on or near a public place or place that is open to the public; (c) nuisances, including unsightly property; (d) transport and transportation systems; (e) businesses, business activities and persons engaged in business; (f) services provided by or on behalf of the municipality; (g) public utilities; (h) wild and domestic animals and activities in relation to them; (i) the enforcement of bylaws made under this or any other enactment, including any or all of the following: (i) the creation of offences; (ii) for each offence, imposing a fine not exceeding $10 000 or imprisonment for not more than one year, or both; (iii) providing for the imposition of a penalty for an offence that is in addition to a fine or imprisonment so long as the penalty relates to a fee, cost, rate, toll or charge that is associated with the conduct that gives rise to the offence; (iv) providing that a specified penalty prescribed under section 44 of the Provincial Offences Procedure Act is reduced by a specified amount if the penalty is paid within a specified time; (v) providing for imprisonment for not more than one year for non -payment of a fine or penalty; (vi) providing that a person who contravenes a bylaw may pay an amount established by bylaw and if the amount is paid, the person will not be prosecuted for the contravention; (vii) providing for inspections to determine if bylaws are being complied with; (viii) remedying contraventions of bylaws. RSA 2000 cM-26 s7;2022 c5 s2 Page 47 of 196 Division 5 Special Tax Special tax bylaw 382(1) Each council may pass a special tax bylaw to raise revenue to pay for a specific service or purpose by imposing one or more of the following special taxes: (a) a waterworks tax; (b) a sewer tax; (c) a boulevard tax; (d) a dust treatment tax; (e) a paving tax; (f) a tax to cover the cost of repair and maintenance of roads, boulevards, sewer facilities and water facilities; (g) repealed 2008 cE-6.6 s55; (h) a tax to enable the municipality to provide incentives to health professionals to reside and practice their professions in the municipality; (i) a fire protection area tax; (j) a drainage ditch tax; (k) a tax to provide a supply of water for the residents of a hamlet; (l) a recreational services tax. (2) A special tax bylaw must be passed annually. RSA 2000 cM-26 s382;2008 cE-6.6 s55 Taxable property 383(1) The special tax bylaw authorizes the council to impose the tax in respect of property in any area of the municipality that will benefit from the specific service or purpose stated in the bylaw. (2) The tax must not be imposed in respect of property that is exempt under section 351. 1994 cM-26.1 s383 Contents of special tax bylaw 384 The special tax bylaw must (a) state the specific service or purpose for which the bylaw is passed, (b) describe the area of the municipality that will benefit from the service or purpose and in which the special tax is to be imposed, (c) state the estimated cost of the service or purpose, and (d) state whether the tax rate is to be based on (i) the assessment prepared in accordance with Part 9, (ii) each parcel of land, (iii) each unit of frontage, or (iv) each unit of area, Page 48 of 196 and set the tax rate to be imposed in each case. 1994 cM-26.1 s384 Condition 385 A special tax bylaw must not be passed unless the estimated cost of the specific service or purpose for which the tax is imposed is included in the budget of the municipality as an estimated expenditure. 1994 cM-26.1 s385 Use of revenue 386(1) The revenue raised by a special tax bylaw must be applied to the specific service or purpose stated in the bylaw. (2) If there is any excess revenue, the municipality must advertise the use to which it proposes to put the excess revenue. 1994 cM-26.1 s386 Person liable to pay special tax 387 The person liable to pay the tax imposed in accordance with a special tax bylaw is the owner of the property in respect of which the tax is imposed. Division 7 Local Improvement Tax Definition 391 In this Division, “local improvement” means a project (a) that the council considers to be of greater benefit to an area of the municipality than to the whole municipality, and (b) that is to be paid for in whole or in part by a tax imposed under this Division. 1994 cM-26.1 s391 Petitioning rules 392(1) Sections 222 to 226 apply to petitions under this Division, except as they are modified by this section. (2) A petition is not a sufficient petition unless (a) it is signed by 2/3 of the owners who would be liable to pay the local improvement tax, and (b) the owners who sign the petition represent at least 1/2 of the value of the assessments prepared under Part 9 for the parcels of land in respect of which the tax will be imposed. (3) If a parcel of land is owned by more than one owner, the owners are considered as one owner for the purpose of subsection (2). (4) If a municipality, school division or provincial health agency or regional health authority under the Provincial Health Agencies Act is entitled to sign a petition under this Division, it may give notice to the council prior to or at the time the petition is presented to the council that its name and the assessment prepared for its land under Part 9 are not to be counted in determining the sufficiency of a petition under subsection (2), and the coun cil must comply with the notice. (5) If a corporation, church, organization, estate or other entity is entitled to sign a petition under this Division, the petition may be signed on its behalf by a person who (a) is at least 18 years old, and (b) produces on request a certificate authorizing the person to sign the petition. RSA 2000 cM-26 s392;2012 cE-0.3 s279;2024 c10 s31 Proposal of local improvement 393(1) A council may on its own initiative propose a local improvement. Page 49 of 196 (2) A group of owners in a municipality may petition the council for a local improvement. 1994 cM-26.1 s393 Local improvement plan 394 If a local improvement is proposed, the municipality must prepare a local improvement plan. 1994 cM-26.1 s394 Contents of plan 395(1) A local improvement plan must (a) describe the proposed local improvement and its location, (b) identify (i) the parcels of land in respect of which the local improvement tax will be imposed, and (ii) the person who will be liable to pay the local improvement tax, (c) state whether the tax rate is to be based on (i) the assessment prepared in accordance with Part 9, (ii) each parcel of land, (iii) each unit of frontage, or (iv) each unit of area, (d) include the estimated cost of the local improvement, (e) state the period over which the cost of the local improvement will be spread, (f) state the portion of the estimated cost of the local improvement proposed to be paid (i) by the municipality, (ii) from revenue raised by the local improvement tax, and (iii) from other sources of revenue, and (g) include any other information the proponents of the local improvement consider necessary. (2) The estimated cost of a local improvement may include (a) the actual cost of buying land necessary for the local improvement, (b) the capital cost of undertaking the local improvement, (c) the cost of professional services needed for the local improvement, (d) the cost of repaying any existing debt on a facility that is to be replaced or rehabilitated, and (e) other expenses incidental to the undertaking of the local improvement and to the raising of revenue to pay for it. 1994 cM-26.1 s395 Procedure after plan is prepared Page 50 of 196 396(1) When a local improvement plan has been prepared, the municipality must send a notice to the persons who will be liable to pay the local improvement tax. (2) A notice under subsection (1) must include a summary of the information included in the local improvement plan. (3) Subject to subsection (3.1), if a petition objecting to the local improvement is filed with the chief administrative officer within 30 days from the notices’ being sent under subsection (1) and the chief administrative officer declares the petition to be sufficient, the council must not proceed with the local improvement. (3.1) The council may, after the expiry of one year after the petition is declared to be sufficient, re -notify in accordance with subsections (1) and (2) the persons who would be liable to pay the local improvement tax. (4) If a sufficient petition objecting to the local improvement is not filed with the chief administrative officer within 30 days from sending the notices under subsection (1), the council may undertake the local improvement and impose the local improvement tax at any time in the 3 years following the sending of the notices. (5) When a council is authorized under subsection (4) to undertake a local improvement and (a) the project has not been started, or (b) the project has been started but is not complete, the council may impose the local improvement tax for one year, after which the tax must not be imposed until the local improvement has been completed or is operational. 1994 cM-26.1 s396;1995 c24 s58 Local improvement tax bylaw 397(1) A council must pass a local improvement tax bylaw in respect of each local improvement. (2) A local improvement tax bylaw authorizes the council to impose a local improvement tax in respect of all land in a particular area of the municipality to raise revenue to pay for the local improvement that benefits that area of the municipality. (2.1) Despite subsection (2), where the local improvement that is the subject of a local improvement tax bylaw of a council of a municipality is a road to benefit Crown land within an area of the municipality, the local improvement tax bylaw does not authorize the council to impose a local improvement tax to raise revenue to pay for the local improvement unless, before it receives second reading, the bylaw is approved by the Minister responsible for the administration of the Crown land. (3) Despite section 351(1), no land is exempt from taxation under this section. RSA 2000 cM-26 s397;2015 c8 s51 Contents of bylaw 398(1) A local improvement tax bylaw must (a) include all of the information required to be included in the local improvement plan, (b) provide for equal payments during each year in the period over which the cost of the local improvement will be spread, (c) set a uniform tax rate to be imposed on (i) the assessment prepared in accordance with Part 9, (ii) each parcel of land, (iii) each unit of frontage, or (iv) each unit of area, based on the cost of the local improvement less any financial assistance provided to the municipality by the Crown in right of Canada or Alberta, and (d) include any other information the council considers necessary. Page 51 of 196 (2) The local improvement tax bylaw may set the uniform tax rate based on estimated average costs throughout the municipality for a similar type of local improvement and that rate applies whether the actual cost of the local improvement is greater or less than the uniform tax rate. 1994 cM-26.1 s398 Start-up of a local improvement 399 The undertaking of a local improvement may be started, the local improvement tax bylaw may be passed and debentures may be issued before or after the actual cost of the local improvement has been determined. 1994 cM-26.1 s399 Person liable to pay local improvement tax 400 The person liable to pay the tax imposed in accordance with a local improvement tax bylaw is the owner of the parcel of land in respect of which the tax is imposed. 1994 cM-26.1 s400 Paying off a local improvement tax 401(1) The owner of a parcel of land in respect of which a local improvement tax is imposed may pay the tax at any time. (2) If the local improvement tax rate is subsequently reduced under section 402 or 403, the council must refund to the owner the appropriate portion of the tax paid. 1994 cM-26.1 s401 Variation of local improvement tax bylaw 402(1) If, after a local improvement tax has been imposed, there is (a) a subdivision affecting a parcel of land, or (b) a consolidation of 2 or more parcels of land, in respect of which a local improvement tax is payable, the council, with respect to future years, must revise the local improvement tax bylaw so that each of the new parcels of land bears an appropriate share of the local improvement tax. (2) If, after a local improvement tax has been imposed, (a) there is a change in a plan of subdivision affecting an area that had not previously been subject to a local improvement tax, and (b) the council is of the opinion that as a result of the change the new parcels of land receive a benefit from the local improvement, the council, with respect to future years, must revise the local improvement tax bylaw so that each benefitting parcel of land bears an appropriate share of the local improvement tax. 1994 cM-26.1 s402 Variation of local improvement tax rate 403(1) If, after a local improvement tax rate has been set, the council (a) receives financial assistance from the Crown in right of Canada or Alberta or from other sources that is greater than the amount estimated when the local improvement tax rate was set, or (b) refinances the debt created to pay for the local improvement at an interest rate lower than the rate estimated when the local improvement tax rate was set, the council, with respect to future years, may revise the rate so that each benefitting parcel of land bears an appropriate share of the actual cost of the local improvement. (2) If, after a local improvement tax rate has been set, an alteration is necessary following a complaint under Part 11 or an appeal under Part 12 that is sufficient to reduce or increase the revenue raised by the local improvement Page 52 of 196 tax bylaw in any year by more than 5%, the council, with respect to future years, may revise the rate so that the local improvement tax bylaw will raise the revenue originally anticipated for those years. (3) If, after a local improvement tax rate has been set, it is discovered that the actual cost of the local improvement is higher than the estimated cost on which the local improvement tax rate is based, the council may revise, once only over the life of the local improvement, the rate with respect to future years so that the local improvement tax bylaw will raise sufficient revenue to pay the actual cost of the local improvement. 1994 cM-26.1 s403;1999 c11 s21 Unusual parcels 404 If some parcels of land in respect of which a local improvement tax is to be imposed appear to call for a smaller or larger proportionate share of the tax because they are corner lots or are differently sized or shaped from other parcels, those parcels may be assigned the number of units of measurement the council considers appropriate to ensure that they will bear a fair portion of the local improvement tax. 1994 cM-26.1 s404 Municipality’s share of the cost 405(1) A council may by bylaw require the municipality to pay the cost of any part of a local improvement that the council considers to be of benefit to the whole municipality. (2) A bylaw under subsection (1) must be advertised if the cost to be paid by the municipality exceeds 50% of the cost of the local improvement less any financial assistance provided to the municipality by the Crown in right of Canada or Alberta. (3) If financial assistance is provided to the municipality by the Crown in right of Canada or Alberta for a local improvement, the council must apply the assistance to the cost of the local improvement. 1994 cM-26.1 s405 Land required for local improvement 406(1) If a parcel of land is required before a local improvement can be proceeded with, the council may agree with the owner of the parcel that in consideration of (a) the dedication or gift to the municipality of the parcel of land required, or (b) a release of or reduction in the owner’s claim for compensation for the parcel of land, the remainder of the owner’s land is exempt from all or part of the local improvement tax that would otherwise be imposed. (2) The tax roll referred to in section 327 must be prepared in accordance with an agreement under this section, despite anything to the contrary in this Act. 1994 cM-26.1 s406 Exemption from local improvement tax 407(1) If a sanitary or storm sewer or a water main is constructed along a road or constructed in addition to or as a replacement of an existing facility (a) along which it would not have been constructed except to reach some other area of the municipality, or (b) in order to provide capacity for future development and the existing sanitary and storm sewers and water mains are sufficient for the existing development in the area, the council may exempt from taxation under the local improvement tax bylaw, to the extent the council considers fair, the parcels of land abutting the road or place. (2) If a local improvement tax is imposed for a local improvement that replaces a similar type of local improvement, (a) the balance owing on the existing local improvement tax must be added to the cost of the new local improvement, or (b) the council must exempt the parcels of land in respect of which the existing local improvement tax is imposed from the tax that would be imposed for the new local improvement. Page 53 of 196 1994 cM-26.1 s407 Sewers 408(1) A municipality may construct a local improvement for sewer if (a) the council approves the construction, (b) the construction is recommended by the Minister of Health or the medical health officer, and (c) the council considers it to be in the public interest to do so. (2) The owners of the parcels of land that benefit from a local improvement for sewer have no right to petition against its construction. RSA 2000 cM-26 s408;2013 c10 s37 Private connection to a local improvement 409(1) If a local improvement for sewer or water has been constructed, the municipality may construct private connections from the local improvement to the street line if the council approves the construction. (2) The cost of constructing a private connection must be imposed against the parcel of land that benefits from it and the owner of the parcel has no right to petition against its construction. 1994 cM-26.1 s409 Off-site levy 648(1) In this section and sections 648.01 to 648.4, (a) “facility” includes the facility, the associated infrastructure, the land necessary for the facility and related appurtenances referred to in subsection (2.1); (b) “infrastructure” means the infrastructure, facilities and land required for the purposes referred to in subsection (2)(a) to (c.1); (c) “stakeholder” means any person that will be required to pay an off-site levy when the bylaw is passed, or any other person the municipality considers is affected. (1.1) For the purposes referred to in subsections (2) and (2.1), a council may by bylaw (a) provide for the imposition and payment of a levy in respect of land that is to be developed or subdivided, and (b) authorize an agreement to be entered into in respect of the payment of the levy. (1.2) A bylaw may not impose an off-site levy on land owned by a school board that is to be developed for a school building project within the meaning of the Education Act. (2) An off-site levy may be used only to pay for all or part of the capital cost of any or all of the following: (a) new or expanded facilities for the storage, transmission, treatment or supplying of water; (b) new or expanded facilities for the treatment, movement or disposal of sanitary sewage; (c) new or expanded storm sewer drainage facilities; (c.1) new or expanded roads required for or impacted by a subdivision or development; (c.2) subject to the regulations, new or expanded transportation infrastructure required to connect, or to improve the connection of, municipal roads to provincial highways resulting from a subdivision or development; (d) land required for or in connection with any facilities described in clauses (a) to (c.2). Page 54 of 196 (2.1) In addition to the capital cost of facilities described in subsection (2), an off -site levy may be used to pay for all or part of the capital cost for any of the following purposes, including the cost of any related appurtenances and any land required for or in connection with the purpose: (a) new or expanded community recreation facilities; (b) new or expanded fire hall facilities; (c) new or expanded police station facilities; (d) new or expanded libraries. (2.2) Subject to an appeal under section 648.1, an off-site levy may be imposed and collected for a purpose referred to in subsection (2.1) only if no off-site levy has been previously imposed under subsection (1) for the same purpose with respect to the land on which the off-site levy is being imposed. (3) On September 1, 1995 an off-site levy under the former Act continues as an off-site levy under this Part. (4) An off-site levy imposed under this section or the former Act may be collected once for each purpose described in subsection (2) or (2.1), in respect of land that is the subject of a development or subdivision, if (a) the purpose of the off-site levy is authorized in the bylaw referred to in subsection (1), and (b) the collection of the off-site levy for the purpose authorized in the bylaw is specified in the agreement referred to in subsection (1). (4.1) Nothing in subsection (4) prohibits the collection of an off-site levy by instalments or otherwise over time. (5) An off-site levy collected under this section, and any interest earned from the investment of the levy, (a) must be accounted for separately from other levies collected under this section, and (b) must be used only for the specific purpose described in subsection (2)(a) to (c.2) or (2.1)(a) to (d) for which it is collected or for the land required for or in connection with that purpose. (6) A bylaw under subsection (1) must be advertised in accordance with section 606 unless (a) the bylaw is passed before January 1, 2004, or (b) the bylaw is passed on or after January 1, 2004 but at least one reading was given to the proposed bylaw before that date. (7) Where after March 1, 1978 and before January 1, 2004 a fee or other charge was imposed on a developer by a municipality pursuant to a development agreement entered into by the developer and the municipality for the purpose described in subsection (2)(c.1), that fee or charge is deemed (a) to have been imposed pursuant to a bylaw under this section, and (b) to have been validly imposed and collected effective from the date the fee or charge was imposed. (8) If, before the coming into force of this subsection, a fee or other charge was imposed on a developer by a municipality pursuant to a development agreement entered into by the developer and the municipality for one or more purposes described in subsection (2) or (2.1), that fee or charge is deemed (a) to have been imposed pursuant to a bylaw under this section, and (b) to have been validly imposed and collected effective from the date the fee or charge was imposed. (9) If, before the coming into force of this subsection, a bylaw was made that purported to impose a fee or other charge on a developer for a purpose described in subsection (2) or (2.1), (a) that bylaw is deemed to have been valid and enforceable to the extent that it imposed a fee or charge for a purpose described in subsection (2) or (2.1) before the coming into force of this subsection, and Page 55 of 196 (b) any fee or charge imposed pursuant to the bylaw before the coming into force of this subsection is deemed to have been validly imposed and collected effective from the date the fee or charge was imposed. RSA 2000 cM-26 s648;2003 c43 s3;2012 cE-0.3 s279; 2015 c8 s67; 2016 c24 s104;2017 c13 ss1(60),2(17); 2020 c39 s10(32) Intermunicipal off-site levy 648.01(1) For the purpose of section 648(1) and subject to the requirements of section 12, 2 or more municipalities may provide for an off-site levy to be imposed on an intermunicipal basis. (2) Where 2 or more municipalities provide for an off-site levy to be imposed on an intermunicipal basis, the municipalities shall enter into such agreements as are necessary to attain the purposes described in section 648(2) or (2.1) that are to be funded by an off-site levy under section 648(1), by a framework made under Part 17.2 or by any other agreement. (3) Repealed 2020 c39 s10(33). (4) If a bylaw providing for an off-site levy to be imposed on an intermunicipal basis is appealed under section 648.1, the corresponding bylaws of the other participating municipalities are deemed to also be appealed. 2016 c24 s105;2020 c39 s10(33) Appeal of off-site levy 648.1(1) Any person may, subject to and in accordance with the regulations, appeal any of the provisions of an off- site levy bylaw relating to an off-site levy for a purpose referred to in section 648(2) or (2.1) to the Land and Property Rights Tribunal on any of the following grounds: (a) that the purpose for which the off-site levy is to be imposed is unlikely to benefit future occupants of the land who may be subject to the off-site levy to the extent required by the regulations; (b) that the principles and criteria referred to in regulations made under section 694(4)(b) that must be applied by a municipality when passing the off-site levy bylaw have not been complied with; (c) that the determination of the benefitting area was not determined in accordance with regulations made under section 694(4)(c); (d) that the off-site levy or any portion of it is not for the payment of the capital costs of the purposes set out in section 648(2) or (2.1), as applicable; (e) that the calculation of the off-site levy is inconsistent with regulations made under section 694(4) or is incorrect; (f) that an off-site levy for the same purpose has already been imposed and collected with respect to the proposed development or subdivision. (2) After hearing the appeal, the Land and Property Rights Tribunal may (a) dismiss the appeal in whole or in part, or (b) declare the off-site levy bylaw or a portion of the bylaw to be invalid and provide that the bylaw may be repassed or amended in a manner determined by the Tribunal. (3) Where an off-site levy bylaw amends the amount of an off-site levy referred to in subsection (1), an appeal under this section may only be brought with respect to that amendment. 2016 c24 s105;2017 c13 s2(18);2020 cL-2.3 s24(32);2020 c39 s10(34) Calculation of off-site levy 648.2(1) Subject to subsection (2), a municipality may determine the methodology on which to base the calculation of an off-site levy. (2) Subject to subsection (7), the methodology on which a municipality bases its calculation of an off -site levy must (a) take into account criteria such as area, density or intensity of use, (b) recognize variation among infrastructure, facility and transportation infrastructure types, Page 56 of 196 (c) be consistent across the municipality for that type of infrastructure, facility or transportation infrastructure, and (d) be clear and reasonable. (3) Notwithstanding subsection (2)(c), the methodology used in determining the calculation of an off-site levy may be different for each specific type of infrastructure, facility or transportation infrastructure. (4) The information that a municipality uses in the calculation of an off-site levy must be current. (5) A bylaw imposing an off-site levy must include a requirement for a periodic review of the calculation of the off - site levy. (6) A municipality that imposes an off-site levy must make the following publicly available: (a) any information or data the municipality relied upon and any assumptions the municipality made in calculating the levy, including, without limitation, any information, data or assumptions the municipality used in models to complete calculations; (b) the calculations that were performed in order to determine the amount of the levy; (c) anything else that would be required in order to replicate the determination of the levy. (7) Subsection (2) does not apply to the City of Calgary or the City of Edmonton. 2020 c39 s10(35) Consultation with stakeholders 648.3(1) A municipality must consult, in good faith, with stakeholders (a) before making a final determination on defining and addressing existing and future infrastructure, transportation infrastructure and facility requirements, and (b) when determining the methodology on which to base an off -site levy. (2) Before passing or amending a bylaw imposing an off -site levy, a municipality must consult, in good faith, on the calculation of the levy with stakeholders in the benefitting area where the off -site levy will apply. (3) A consultation referred to in this section must begin at the earliest opportunity and must provide stakeholders with the ability to provide input on an ongoing basis. (4) During a consultation referred to in this section, a municipality must make publicly available any calculations the municipality has made and any information the municipality has relied upon including, without limitation, any assumptions and data the municipality has used in models to complete calculations. 2020 c39 s10(35) Annual report 648.4(1) A municipality must provide full and open disclosure of all off -site levy costs and payments. (2) A municipality must, on an annual basis, make a report on an off -site levy publicly available and include in the report (a) the details of all off-site levies received by each contributor for each type of facility and infrastructure within each benefitting area, (b) the uses for each type of facility and infrastructure within each benefitting area for each capital project, and (c) the balances retained for each type of facility and infrastructure within each benefitting area. 2020 c39 s10(35) Page 57 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 1 of 2 Version: 2023-01 Subject: Bylaw 1905 draft Municipal Development Plan further discussion Meeting Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Prepared By: Barb Hazelton, Manager, Planning & Development Presented By: Barb Hazelton, Manager, Planning & Development STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ ☐ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service RELEVANT LEGISLATION: Provincial (cite)- Alberta Land Stewardship Act, Municipal Government Act, Land Use Policies, Matters Related to Subdivision and Development Regulation Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Strategic Plan, Bylaw 1829 Municipal Development Plan, Bylaw 1808 Land Use Bylaw BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL The Municipal Development Plan is a long-term document that should reflect the values and priorities of the residents within the municipality it serves. An assessment of this document is an opportunity to review the current reality and identify emerging trends with a 20–30-year projected vision. In February of 2023, Administration recommended to Council that a full review of the current Municipal Development Plan (MDP) take place. Administration also presented several public engagement options to Council. Council approved a working group style where a maximum of 3 Councillors and 2 members at large would meet to discuss the 6 largest sections of the MDP. Administration would then take the working group information to the public engagement working suppers for additional feedback. This draft is the result of 18 working group sessions, and 4 separate public engagements held over a period of 11 months. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: The draft document has been circulated since October of 2024, and Council changes to the draft were formally presented at the required public hearing that was held on November 26, 2024. In order to provide Council with an opportunity for further discussion following the public hearing, Administration has brought the draft back to this Committee of the Whole meeting to see whether Council would like to make any further amendments prior to third reading. Administration is proposing to bring the final draft back to the March 11th Council meeting for third reading. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The engagement has been facilitated by internal staff. Due to the time-consuming nature of the review and engagements it has limited the ability of staff to bring forward the Intermunicipal Development Plans for review. The total cost of the entire engagement process, including the members -at-large, was just shy of $29,000 which was originally funded through Council’s Strategic Initiative Budget. Page 58 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 2 of 2 Version: 2023-01 ATTACHMENTS: Bylaw 1905 Draft Municipal Development Plan (red letter version) RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Council that the draft Municipal Development Plan be brought back to the March 11, 2025, Council Meeting with any requested changes for third reading. APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 59 of 196 BYLAW NO 1905 MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO ESTABLISH A NEW MUNICIPAL DEVOLPMENT PLAN AND RESCIIND FORMER MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN BYLAW 1829 WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government, 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. Every council of a municipality must by bylaw adopt a Municipal Development Plan. WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000, as amended, a Municipal Development Plan must address such issues as future land use and development in the municipality, the provision of municipal services and facilities, and intermunicipal issues such as future growth areas and the coordination of transportation and infrastructure systems; and WHEREAS, the overall purpose of the Kneehill County Municipal Development Plan is to guide future growth and development to ensure that it is sustainable, orderly, appropriate, complementary, efficient, and that it enhances the quality of life for the citizens of Kneehill County; and WHEREAS, the Municipal Development Plan is primarily a policy document that can be utilized as a framework for the physical development of the municipality; and NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, duly assembled, enacts as follows: PART ONE INTRODUCTION 1. TITLE This Bylaw shall be known as the “Municipal Development Plan 1905” and shall be established as per Schedule “A”, attached to and forming part of this Bylaw. 2. DEFINITIONS In this bylaw the following words and phrases mean: “Council” means the Council of Kneehill County. Page 60 of 196 Bylaw No. 1905, Municipal Development Plan Page 2 of 3 PART TWO TRANSITION 3. SEVERABILITY (1) If a portion of this bylaw is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, the invalid portion will be voided, and the rest of the bylaw remains valid and effective. 4. EFFECTIVE DATE (1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading of this bylaw. 5. BYLAW REPEAL (1) Bylaw No. 1829 is hereby repealed. READ a first time on this 8th day of October 2024. PUBLIC HEARING was held on this 26th day of November 2024 at 1:00 p.m. READ a second time on this 26th day of November 2024. READ a third time and final time of this _____ day of ______________________, 2025. Page 61 of 196 Bylaw No. 1905, Municipal Development Plan Page 3 of 3 SCHEDULE “A” Page 62 of 196 MUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN BYLAW 1905 Month Day, 2024 SCHEDULE “A” Page 63 of 196 Kneehill County Wildlife He l p i n g H a n d s Quality of LifeGenerosity Pe o p l e Re n e w a b l e E n e r g y In f r a s t r u c t u r e Unique Sk y Volunteerism Supportive History St a b i l i t y Opportunities Diversity Innovative Op t i m i s t i c Landscape Ri v e r s Ag r i c u l t u r e Co n n e c t i o n Affordability Co r r i d o r s Cooperation Cu l t u r e Services Airport Roads Ad a p t a b l e RecreationCo m m u n i t y Tourism Rural Living En g a g e m e n t Schools4-H Forward Thinking Lo c a t i o n , l o c a t i o n , l o c a t i o n What we heard... Page 64 of 196 EFFECTIVE DATE This Bylaw came into effect upon the date of it being passed. Bylaw No. 1905 Read a first time this 8th day of October, 2024. Read a second time this 26th day of November, 2024. Read a third time and passed this # day of Month, Year. "original signed" Reeve "original signed" CAO Page 65 of 196 Page 66 of 196 Kneehill County would like to acknowledge the contributions of the following people in preparing this document: • All individuals who offered input through the public consultation process, including the working groups and working suppers. • Kneehill County Council • Kneehill County Staff • Kneehill County Planning & Development Team For electronic copies of this document, please visit our website: www.kneehillcounty.com For paper copies of this document, please contact Kneehill County office at: 403-443-5541 Page 67 of 196 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION 1 Purpose 2 Community Profile 3 Enabling Legislation 4 The 2024 Municipal Development Plan Review Process 5 2. GLOSSARY OF ACRONYMS 6 3. CONTEXT & INTERPRETATION 8 Interpretation of the MDP 9 Hierarchy of Plans 11 Overview 12 4. POLICIES 14 Agriculture 15 Residential 18 Hamlets 20 Economic 22 Growth Management 25 Environmental 26 Recreation 28 Core Services 30 Natural Resources 33 Renewables 35 Development Phasing 38 Cooperation 39 Reserve Lands 41 Implementation - Plan Monitoring 43 5. DEFINITIONS 46 6. MAPS 53 Page 68 of 196 INTRODUCTION SECTION 1. Page 69 of 196 2 The overall purpose of the Kneehill County Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is to provide guidance and clarity to ensure that future growth is sustainable, orderly, appropriate, complementary, efficient, and enhances the quality of life for the citizens of Kneehill County. The MDP is a policy document that is general in nature and long range in its outlook. However, it is important to note that the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Municipal Development Plan are subject to budgetary consideration by County Council. Purpose Page 70 of 196 3 Situated in the heart of central Alberta, Kneehill County is a progressive rural municipality comprised of approximately 845,045 acres of land and a population of 4992. Within Kneehill County's boundaries are the Towns of Three Hills and Trochu, the Villages of Acme, Carbon, and Linden, four hamlets (Torrington, Huxley, Swalwell, and Wimborne) and the neighbourhoods of Allingham, Hesketh and Sunnyslope. The trade area includes over 11,000 people. Geographically, the eastern border runs along the Red Deer River Valley down to the Town of Drumheller in the heart of the Canadian Badlands. The Badlands shine on a world stage making tourism a viable market opportunity. Kneehill County's central locality provides residents and businesses with convenient access to larger centres while maintaining its rural quality of life. Primary access to the region is provided via the Highway 21 and Highway 27 corridors, CN Rail, and the Three Hills Municipal Airport. Calgary, Red Deer, Stettler, Strathmore, and Drumheller can all be accessed within an hour's drive of the County. Today, agriculture remains the backbone of the local economy with the majority of our land zoned for agricultural uses allowing us to enjoy a rural way of life and community. Located at the centre of a high-volume grain and livestock production area, the region is ideally situated to grow its footprint in agricultural product processing. Based on the raw materials produced in the region, sophisticated food or plant processing operations, including growing niche categories of specialized food, has been identified as a strong growth sector. Oil and gas are the other major industries in our region. Kneehill County is located in the Western Canadian Sedimentary Basin (WCSB) which contains one of the world's largest reserves of conventional oil and natural gas. We are the 7th fastest growing oil production municipality in Alberta. Our production has been expanding while it is declining in other municipalities. The County has an integrated network of gas pipelines, numerous operating natural gas wells, and over 14 gas processing facilities. While Council intends to protect this rural way of life, they also want to be proactive in enhancing it. This opens the door to new vision, new opportunities, and new dreams to be achieved, as opportunities to create something unique are realized. Community Profile Page 71 of 196 4 Enabling Legislation Kneehill County’s Municipal Development Plan has been prepared in accordance with Section 632 of the Municipal Government Act which indicates that a municipal development plan: a) must address (i) the future land uses within the municipality, (ii) the manner of and the proposals for future development plans in the municipality, (iii) the coordination of land use, future growth patterns, and other infrastructure with adjacent municipalities if there is no intermunicipal development plan with respect to those matters in those municipalities, (iv) the provision of the required transportation systems either generally or specifically, within the municipality and in relation to adjacent municipalities, and (v) the provision of municipal services and facilities either generally or specifically, b) may address (i) proposals for the financing and programming of municipal infrastructure, (ii) the co-ordination of municipal programs relating to the physical, social, and economic development of the municipality, (iii) environmental matters within the municipality, (iv) the financial resources of the municipality (v) the economic development of the municipality, and (vi) any other matter relating to the physical, social, or economic development of the municipality, c) may contain statements regarding the municipality's development constraints, including the results of any development studies and impact analysis, and goals, objectives, targets, planning policies, and corporate strategies, d) must contain policies compatible with the subdivision and development regulations to provide guidance on the type and location of land uses adjacent to sour gas facilities, e) must contain policies respecting the provision of municipal, school or municipal and school reserves, including but not limited to the need for, amount of and allocation of those reserves and the identification of school requirements in consultation with affected school boards, f) must contain policies respecting the protection of agricultural operations, and g) may contain policies respecting the provision of conservation reserve in accordance with section 664.2(1)(a) to (d). Page 72 of 196 5 The 2024 Municipal Development Plan Review Process The Municipal Development Plan is a long-term document that should reflect the values and priorities of the residents within the municipality it serves. This plan is intended to provide strategic perspective to help inform development decisions. Council agreed to a robust public consultation process that was comprised of several working groups that included members at large as well as several working suppers that were open for all residents to participate. The review of this document was an opportunity to review the current reality and identify emerging trends. The policies contained in this MDP are the result of many hours of consultation both with working groups and during the working suppers. Kneehill County has never implemented a public engagement that has been this extensive. In the past, engagements consisted of surveys and open houses, but none of them had the uptake which this MDP public engagement did. We appreciate and want to thank everyone that participated in this #-month project. Page 73 of 196 GLOSSARY OF ACRONYMS SECTION 2. Page 74 of 196 AUC Alberta Utility Commission ARP Area Redevelopment Plan ASP Area Structure Plan CFO Confined Feeding Operation CLI Canada Land Inventory ER Environmental Reserve ERE Environmental Reserve Easement ESA Environmentally Significant Area IDP Intermunicipal Development Plan GMSS General Municipal Servicing Standard LSRS Land Suitability Ranking System LUB Land Use Bylaw MDP Municipal Development Plan MGA Municipal Government Act MPC Municipal Planning Commission MR Municipal Reserve SDAB Subdivision and Development Appeal Board SMR Small Modular Reactors GLOSSARY OF ACRONYMS 7 Page 75 of 196 CONTEXT AND INTERPRETATION SECTION 3. Page 76 of 196 9 Interpretation of the MDP When interpreting the content and policy wording of this document, the words below have the corresponding meaning: Page 77 of 196 10Page 78 of 196 11 Page 79 of 196 12 Overview Agriculture Agriculture continues to be an important economic activity and lifestyle in Kneehill County. The County will continue to preserve the agricultural nature of the County while balancing it with new farming practices and specialty farming as we shift the traditional farming practices. Residential Demand for alternative forms of housing has increased due to the rising costs of land and our aging population. There is also a growing trend to have the space to grow your own food and create a family lifestyle more in tune with nature. Current residential development is scattered across the landscape interjected by hamlets and a few country residential developments. Kneehill County strives to be proactive in meeting the changing needs by creating opportunities for families to stay within the rural setting. Hamlets Further growth in the hamlets may be considered provided such expansion can be supported by regional/municipal water and/ or wastewater and other community facilities. Hamlets provide reasonable housing prices while being within commuting distance of larger centres. Economic Development Kneehill County realizes the importance of creating a diversified landscape which allows a variety of economic development prospects in order to provide balance to the tax base. This will boost local employment opportunities helping promote a healthy and stable economy. Industrial and commercial development will be encouraged to locate near major transportation routes and adjacent to municipal servicing when possible. Kneehill County also realizes the importance of tourism as an economic driver and strives to assist in promoting the development of recreation and tourist destinations. Environmental/Hazard Lands Kneehill County has a wide range of Environmentally Significant, Environmentally Sensitive Lands, and Hazard Lands. These have been defined as per the attached map and the 2010 Summit Report, as well as Provinical designations done in 2014 by Fiera Biological Consulting. Parks & Recreation Outdoor recreation and nature appreciation is a vital part of quality of life. Kneehill County region offers many recreational opportunities such as golf courses, campgrounds, parks, and hiking. The purchase and enhancement of Horseshoe Canyon has allowed it to become a public park that is accessible and creates an environment that enriches the visitor experience for all to appreciate one of our most notable natural features. Transportation & Utilities Access and transportation corridors are critical for any municipality but even more so for a rural municipality. Kneehill County has developed a hierarchy of roads and standards supported by a number of road studies. It is also recognized that economic development is dependent on good access and transportation routes. In addition to roads, the County has seen to the provision of safe water in portions of the County. The County is committed to monitoring and improving these services to further benefit rural residents as feasible. Page 80 of 196 13 Overview Natural Resources Kneehill County is limited in aggregate resources. However, the County will encourage natural resource extraction in areas where appropriate through our LUB. Kneehill County realizes the importance of alternative renewable energy solutions. Wind, solar and geothermal energy are options that are available to developers in the County. While these energy solutions are regulated on a federal and provincial level, Kneehill County wants to ensure the development of these energy sources complement our region. Growth Management As Kneehill County grows it becomes increasingly important that the County balances development, agriculture and a rural lifestyle. Kneehill County has identified potential growth centres. Identification as a growth centre does not imply that these lands will be developed within the lifespan of this MDP, nor does it imply that the landowner must develop this land. This MDP requires long term planning and identifies the areas where development is logical, advantageous, and appropriate. The market, landowners, and the County will decide when the time is right for the actual development of the land. In general, this future growth is planned adjacent to existing development and along transportation and servicing infrastructure corridors. Development applications are subject to the same requirements as any other relative application, and development of these lands is not guaranteed. Applications for development outside of these growth centres will still be considered on their own merit. Development Phasing The potential for future development is difficult to predict. The determination of the phasing will occur as a result of the direction of market demand, the servicing available, and the infrastructure the developer is willing and able to install, and approval through County planning processes. Kneehill County recognizes these factors in the determination of the phasing of development. Intermunicipal Planning & Cooperation Kneehill County has five urban municipalities within its borders: Acme, Carbon, Linden, Three Hills, and Trochu. It is important that the County works cooperatively with these urban municipalities, as well as the adjacent rural municipalities, to plan for regional issues including planning and land use. through Intermunicipal Development Plans. Intermunicipal Development Plans and Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks are two of the many tools utilized. Page 81 of 196 POLICIES SECTION 4. Page 82 of 196 AGRICULTURE Agriculture continues to be an important economic activity and lifestyle in Kneehill County. The County will continue to preserve the agricultural nature of the County region while balancing it with new farming practices and specialty farming as we shift the traditional farming practices. There has been an increase in operations that can be viable on much smaller parcels of land. It is recognized that flexibility in allowing non-traditional intensive agriculture is something that needs to be supportedive of as the needs changing needs of agriculture are changing. Allowing larger subdivisions for specific agriculture uses to encourage farm enterprise is needed. Encouraging agriculture businesses, home based and minor businesses to augment farm income will continue to be allowed. Agriculture businesses should be encouraged to locate along transportation corridors. Much of the County’s population derives its livelihood from agriculture, and has for many generations. Agriculture is an industry that is becoming much more complex than the traditional family farm of the past. New technologies, practices, and the need for economies of scale, have resulted in larger-sized farms. The conservation of farmland and ranchland is very important to the history and character of the County. The County has also noted a growing trend for smaller specialty farms. In the past, many planning tools focused on the actual protection of farmland, however, more recent strategies promote productivity of the agriculture sector by providing maximum flexibility for farm operations and ensuring agricultural uses are able to integrate into an increasingly diverse economy. 1. To preserve the agricultural heritage of the County. 2. To ensure that agriculture continues to be a viable and thriving component of the County’s economy. 3. To encourage diversification and innovation in the agriculture sector. 4. To encourage all agricultural operations to employ best management practices. 5. To minimize potential conflicts between agricultural and non-agricultural uses. 1. To permit alternative farming practices, providing they meet required federal and provincial regulations. 2. To encourage the agriculture industry to employ practices that protect and enhance the environment, and natural resources such as water, air and soil. 3. To work with urban partners to promote value-added agricultural manufacturing industries within the region. 4. To continue to facilitate and participate in the Agriculture Service Board. Goals Objectives 15 Page 83 of 196 1. All lands in the County are designated to be agricultural lands unless otherwise designated by the Municipal Development Plan, an approved statuory plan, the Land Use Bylaw, or provincial legislation. 2. The County shall continue to support a viable agricultural economy by allowing farm operators to engage in different types and sizes of agricultural operations. 3. Kneehill County supports the balance of new and existing agricultural operations. 4. Subdivision approvals for developed farmsteads shall be a minimum of 0.8 ha (2 acres) and may incorporate shelterbelts, ancillary buildings, on-site sewage disposal, water systems, and access. 5. The “first parcel out” of a previously unsubdivided quarter section is not by right, but shall be generally supported by the County for the creation of one additional parcel. 6. Subdivision of lots should not be allowed where, in the opinion of the Development Authority, potential conflicts with adjacent or surrounding land uses would result. 7. Subdivision of lands will not be allowed where the resulting parcel(s) would remain landlocked, or undevelopable due to setbacks or other requirements. 8. The maximum number of titles per quarter section in the Agriculture District within the boundary of Kneehill County shall be three (3) including the remnant. 9. Both the proposed parcel and the remnant parcel shall have direct legal and physical access to a public road. Access may be arranged through a easement or panhandle road or other method acceptable to the Development Authority. 10. Large parcel subdivisions will be considered for uses within the Agricultural Business District. These subdivisions may have a minimum 4.05 ha (10 acres) and a maximum 16.18 ha (40 acres) requirement. Agriculture business uses requiring more than 40 acres will be considered on their merit and evidence to justify additional land must be provided by the applicant. 11. All new titles created in the Agricultural District for a non-agricultural use, shall require a redesignation to the appropriate land use district. 12. No new or expansion of existing confined feeding operations (CFOs), will be allowed in the following: i. In Hazard Lands or Environmentally Sensitive Lands as defined by the province and the 2010 Summit Report. ii. Within 1.6 kilometers (1 mile) of any hamlet or grouped Country Residential development, or iii. Within an IDP boundary of an urban, or 1.6 kilometers (1 mile) of the urban boundary, whichever is greater. Where a portion of the quarter falls within the mile exclusion zone, the entire quarter has been included in the exclusion zone. Please see Maps 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 for specific lands. 13. Secondary suites and/or additional dwellings shall be considered appropriate in the Agriculture District, as per the LUB. 14. Development considered to be creative architecture as defined by the Land Use Bylaw shall be considered appropriate in the Agriculture District. 15. Approval may be given to an application for subdivision for a parcel of land that is separated from the balance of the landholding by a road or railway, abandoned railway, or a permanent naturally occurring creek or body of Policies 16Page 84 of 196 water. Each new parcel including the remnant parcel must contain a building site suitable for and development and servicing requirements and have direct physical or legal access (registered on title) to a public road satisfactory to the Development Authority. 16. Larger subdivisions, where the use is agricultural, may be considered when the subject lands being contemplated have two or more well-defined existing uses that are distinct. 17. Subdivision of land adjacent to an existing municipal water line will be required to follow current County Policy regarding water riser installation. 18. The County is generally supportive of agriculture operations and recognize that agricultural producers following generally accepted agricultural practices will not be prevented from carrying on the agricultural activity because it causes or creates a nuisance. Accepted practices and activities for similar sized operations will be considered when dealing with nuisance complaints and potential impact to adjacent landowners. 19. Consideration will be given to the Land Suitability Ranking System (LSRS) when processing applications for non-agricultural uses. Lands with higher numerical class or more marginal lands will be preferred. 20. Canada Land Inventory (CLI) will be utilized for all other land uses and when calculating municipal and/or school reserves. 21. Emerging trends and technologies in the agricultural sector may trigger a review of our planning documents for changes to existing uses or additions of new uses. 22. The County will consider support of agriculture programming through the Agriculture Service Board. 23. Agricultural supporting industries will be encouraged to locate as cluster developments within the proposed growth centres where feasible. 24. The County will encourage producers to utilize environmental farm plans to help identify and mitigate environmental risks and help assess and steward natural habitats located on their property. 25. The County will be supportive of programs that encourage youth retention in agricultural activities. This may include 4-H, the Green Certificate Program and other educational sponsorship opportunities. Policies 17 Page 85 of 196 RESIDENTIAL Kneehill County recognizes that the demand has increased for alternative forms of housing. To encourage development in areas with existing services, the County has reduced the size of the property required for more than one dwelling. They have also made provisions for Garden Suites, which would allow a smaller dwelling on agriculturally zoned properties to accommodate aging parents, etc. 1. To allow for affordable, diverse housing options. 2. To support the rural lifestyle while maintaining a balance between urban and rural residential, and agricultural land uses. 3. To ensure that residential needs associated with agricultural land uses are accommodated in a reasonable manner. 1. To minimize conflicts with agricultural uses and incompatible non-residential uses. 2. To ensure future residential development occurs in continuation with compatible existing development. 3. To encourage live-work opportunities that do not harm adjacent uses. 4. To provide a range of residential land uses which ensures affordable housing, including Garden Suites, exists. Goals Objectives 18 Page 86 of 196 1. Subdivisions in agriculturally zoned areas shall not result in more than three (3) titles per quarter section within the boundary of Kneehill County. The remnant will be considered the third (3) title. Subdivisions in agricultural areas shall be subject to the LUB. 2. New undeveloped lots should be sited on the quarter section in a manner that allows for the most amount of agricultural land to be preserved. 3. Development of residential lots along coulees or other natural features may be considered, if provisions of the LUB are satisfied. 4. Multi-lot Country Residential development will be required to submit an Outline Plan which at a minimum shall include the development concept, proposed servicing strategy (including water, sewer and access), adjacent land use and policy framework. 5. Country Residential developments that are fully serviced by regional systems can have a minimum 0.5-acres (0.20 ha) lot size. Maximum lot size is 4-acres (1.62 ha) within this district. 6. Minimum density for Country Residential developments is 5 lots. Proof of water must be provided with the redesignation of land application. 7. Residential development shall not be permitted within the floodplain or flood fringe of any watercourse. 8. Home Occupations, in keeping with the residential area are considered appropriate in rural residential areas, providing they are approved through the LUB. 9. Bare parcel subdivisions for residential purposes shall be a minimum of two (2) acres and a maximum of five (5) acres unless other provisions apply. (i.e. fragmented) 10. Service roads into multi-lot subdivisions need to be consistent in surfacing with the municipal road to them. (i.e. if coming off pavement, they should be paved; if coming off gravel, they should be graveled). 11. Location of fire service should be considered when developing new residential areas. 12. In order to protect Environmentally Significant Areas, grouped residential development around or adjacent to Environmentally Significant Areas should utilize Enviromental Reserve Easements to ensure large portions of these lands remain in their natural state. 13. Access easements are not permitted for new multi- lot residential developments. Each parcel must have both legal and physical access to a dedicated municipal county road or provincial highway. A service road developed as per the General Municipal Servicing Standard is an acceptable option. 14. Secondary suites are an option in all residential districts (Hamlet Residential, Country Residential District) as well as the Agriculture District. Policies 19 Page 87 of 196 HAMLETS 1. To facilitate appropriate and sustainable residential and non-residential development in hamlets. 2. To encourage infill development which would include residential, commercial, and light industrial development. 1. Make more efficient use of existing infrastructure and services. 2. Ensure that developments in hamlets tie-in to existing water and sewer services where available. 3. To provide for a range of appropriate residential, community, commercial, and light industrial land uses (as defined by the LUB) within hamlets. 4. To maintain hamlets as local centres serving the surrounding agricultural communities. Goals Objectives Kneehill County recognizes 4 hamlets within our policy documents, each with unique characteristics that epitomize the rural quality of life. Huxley, Swalwell, Torrington and Wimborne are the noted hamlets. These hamlets offer a diverse range of housing that provide more affordable options for residents. The County provides parks, water, sewer and garbage collection as the amenities to meet the day-to-day needs of the residents. 20 Page 88 of 196 1. The County may assess the future direction of development for each hamlet. 2. Further growth in the hamlets may be considered provided such expansion can be supported by regional/municipal water and/or wastewater and other community facilities. 3. The County will encourage the infilling and redevelopment of all hamlets. 4. The County will allow, through provisions in the Land Use Bylaw, for a range of light industrial and commercial uses compatible with available infrastructure and the residential character and local service role of individual hamlets. 5. Residential developments in hamlets must tie-in to existing regional/municipal water and sewer services. 6. Kneehill County recognizes that each of our hamlets is a unique community, and the focus needs to be specific to each community. 7. It is important that the rural character of the community be considered in planning for the future. 8. Growth beyond the existing boundaries of a hamlet may be considered if supported by regional servicing and limited developable lots within the hamlet. 9. The County will continue to be supportive of gathering places and park spaces for our residents within our hamlets. 10. In order to encourage entrepreneurs and economic diversity, the County will consider Home Occupation, Majors for limited uses within a hamlet district in accordance with the LUB. 11. Viable long-term growth opportunities require a well thought out plan that includes access and serviceability. The County will highlight areas where existing infrastructure will require less investment to contribute to growth. 12. The County is open to mixed use development (i.e. residential and retail space) in a logical manner. Approvals will be dependent on the location, adjacent land uses and the feasibility of the proposed uses. 13. The County will encourage commercial development that services the area residents. 14. Hamlet studies specifically focused on infrastructure and servicing will be completed in the next few years, and priorities will be set based on the results of these studies. Policies 21 Page 89 of 196 ECONOMIC Kneehill County recognizes the importance of a balanced tax base, and strives to create opportunities for commercial, agricultural, industrial, and tourism growth. Agriculture and oil and gas have been the drivers for our economy; however, tourism, recreation, commercial and industrial business all have potential for growth both in a rural and urban context. 1. To attain consider the necessary infrastructure to retain, expand and attract business and industry. 2. To create opportunities that will provide a variety of development options to diversify and strengthen the County’s economy. 3. To encourage tourism as one of the thriving business opportunities within Kneehill County. 4. To create a positive and competitive business environment. 1. To encourage economic development in identified growth centres and hamlets to maximize the use of municipal servicing and infrastructure. 2. To create encourage employment opportunities for the local population. 3. To balance economic development opportunities that are adjacent and compatible along transportation corridors. 4. To ensure all appropriate development standards are achieved. 5. To attract visitors, investors and investment to the County through the development of tourism and recreation destinations, attractions, and services. Goals Objectives Kirks Alpaca Farm Ghost Pine Coffee Roasters 22 Page 90 of 196 1. Business Commercial and industrial parks will be encouraged to locate in specified growth centres in Kneehill County. 2. An ASP will be required for Industrial Parks with three (3) or more lots. The following is a list of some of the information that must be provided with the Area Structure Plan for an Industrial Park. a. multiple lot plan b. shared access c. servicing strategy which includes water, wastewater, stormwater, transportation and shallow utilities d. compatible uses e. signage strategy f. landscaping/screening plan g. parking h. Emergency Response Plan 3. Clustering of commercial and industrial uses in proximity to highways and/or railways and serviced areas is encouraged. 4. A Fire Protection Plan must be submitted as part of the building permit application. This may include onsite water storage for fire suppression as required by Alberta Safety Codes. 5. Isolated commercial or industrial development not located within a specified growth centre may be considered and assessed on the individual merits of the application. 6. The County will consider proactively rezoning lands within the growth centres to land use districts that align with our Intermunicipal Development Plans and any adopted Area Structure Plans. 7. Any use not in keeping with the character and nature of the adjacent uses within a growth centre, shall may not be permitted. 8. The County shall continue to recognize home based business as a viable lifestyle and economic opportunity option, which is appropriate in both residential and agricultural areas in accordance with the LUB. 9. New commercial and industrial parks will be encouraged to utilize alternative and renewable energy wherever possible. 10. All commercial and industrial uses will maintain high standards for visual appearance and will provide integration with surrounding land uses. (This may include but not be limited to; screening/buffering, storm water management, noise restrictions, and Traffic Impact Assessments). 11. Applications for redesignation, subdivision, and development may be submitted simultaneously for consideration. 12. Through the LUB, the County shall ensure that negative impacts are mitigated through adequate buffers or transitional land between industrial and non-industrial uses. 13. Urban and adjacent rural municipalities will be notified, and their comments considered for any development that occurs in the border lands as noted in the Intermunicipal Development Plan. 14. The County will consider partnerships with urban municipalities for servicing developments that are adjacent or fall within close proximity of the urban boundary where feasible. 15. The County may consider partnering with a developer to share in the costs of road upgrades and water service where the upgrades will potentially increase development opportunities for the area. This will be reviewed on a case-by- case basis and at the request of the developer. 16. Tax incentives may be considered where cost- sharing has not been requested if developers Policies 23 Page 91 of 196 are looking at LSRS lands classed 4-6. 17. Supporting the expansion and marketing of existing businesses will be encouraged. 18. The County recognizes the importance of tourism promoting the local economy and strives to build a culture that fosters tourism opportunities. 19. The County recognizes that some of the success for tourism is a regional approach where multiple stakeholders promote area tourism sites. 20. The County is suppportive of local businesses the “buy local” efforts and will continue to stand behind the markets businesses that showcase our local goods. Policies Good Knights 24 Page 92 of 196 Policies GROWTH MANAGEMENT This MDP identifies the areas where development is logical, advantageous and appropriate. Growth centres should be located where municipal services capable of supporting development are present, or at locations which are well connected to major transportation routes and can be serviced by standards acceptable to the County. 1. To identify growth centres in strategic locations in the County. 2. To allow for a variety of development opportunities for residents and landowners. 1. To accommodate economic growth. 2. To enhance the existing infrastructure and facilities in existing communities where feasible. 3. To accommodate sustainable residential, commercial, industrial, and/or mixed-use neighbourhoods. 4. To recognize the opportunities provided by economic development partnerships between the urban centres and the County. 5. To recognize the future demand for second homes, home offices, and subsidiary occupations. Goals Objectives 1. Growth centres should be located where accessible by existing and planned roads and municipal infrastructure. 2. The County shall encourage mixed-used development ensuring compatibility of uses. 3. Outline Plans may be required to obtain greater detail of the proposed development and its future impact on adjacent lands. 4. An ASP shall be required prior to approval of three or more parcels intended for industrial use. 5. An Outline Plan will be required for three or more parcels intended for commercial use. 6. An Outline Plan will be required for five or more parcels intended for residential use. 7. Where a mixed-use development for five or more parcels is proposed, an ASP will be required. 25 Page 93 of 196 ENVIRONMENTAL Kneehill County provides a wide range of landscapes. Within these landscapes, there are many areas that are considered to be Environmentally Significant, Sensitive, or environmentally hazardous. The County desires to protect these lands as well as to protect people and property from development on Hazardous Lands. 1. To protect and conserve Environmentally Significant and Sensitive Lands. These boundaries will be as defined by the province and the 2010 Summit Report. (Map 4) 2. To mitigate environmental impact by ensuring development meets or exceeds provincial and municipal legislated requirements. 3. To provide and promote responsible access and use of public areas. 1. To protect from subdivision and development lands that are, or potentially are, hazardous because of slope or erosion concerns. 2. To minimize conflicts between development and Environmentally Significant and Sensitive Areas. 3. To contribute to the protection and sustainable utilization of water resources within the limits of provincial legislation. Goals Objectives 26 Page 94 of 196 1. The County shall require an Environmental Review for developments considered to have a moderate or high likelihood of having a detrimental impact on environmental features of importance as per the Land Use Bylaw. 2. When considering subdivision or development applications on lands considered Environmentally Significant and/or Senstitive, the County shall be satisfied that appropriate mitigation measures will be used to protect the environmental integrity of these lands. 3. Area Structure Plans shall identify hazardous areas, Environmentally Significant and/or Sensitve Areas, critical wildlife habitat and travel corridors, and potential sites of historic and archeological significance. 4. Environmentally Significant and/or Sensitive lands may be protected via the dedication of land as Environmental Reserve, Conservation Easement, Environmental Reserve Easement, or restrictive covenant on the lands deemed to be Environmentally Significant and/or Sensitive subject to the provisions of the MGA. 5. Where not previously done by the Province, flood mapping should be undertaken to establish the 1:100-year flood lines prior to subdivisions and development, or in areas characterized by inherent physical characteristics which pose severe limitations to development. 6. Development of permanent structures shall generally be prohibited in the floodplain and flood fringe. Applicants must submit a report written by a qualified professional who can demonstrate by science if they want the floodplain boundary changed, or a variance granted. 7. Development shall not be permitted on lands which have characteristics of hazardous development, or in areas characterized by inherent physical characteristics which pose severe limitations to development. 8. The County may require at the time of subdivision, that an Environmental Reserve or Environmental Reserve Easement be taken for lands not suitable for development and where public access is required. 9. Hazard Lands may include areas subject to: ground subsidence, flooding, soil contamination, unstable slopes, groundwater contamination, and/ or abandoned oil and gas wells. 10. In keeping with Alberta’s legislative direction, the County shall endeavor to cooperate with provincial agencies and neighbouring municipalities to protect watersheds and maintain the water quality of surface and groundwater systems. 11. The County will utilize overlays to identify areas that are subject to greater risk. These lands will be protected from inappropriate development. Some recreational development may be considered appropriate for these lands. These will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis. 12. The County will continue to be supportive of workshops that educate our ratepayers on methods of protection for our watersheds. 13. The County will encourage the development of Environmental Farm Plans. 14. The County is supportive of lighting that minimizes light pollution and developers being proactive in lighting that promotes dark sky compliance. This applies to the long-term operation of the development. 15. Proposed methods for stormwater management may be the development of wetlands which can improve the quality and quantity of water released into an area. It also helps reverse the decline of natural wetland systems. 16. The County is aware of the necessity of protecting our Historic Resources for their valuable cultural benefits. While these resources fall under the Historical Resources Act, this history is an integral part of our community, and we want to ensure that the developer is aware of the permits that may be required for development applications in these lands. Policies 27 Page 95 of 196 RECREATION & TOURISM Recreation is recognized for its ability to attract and retain residents, and as such, Kneehill County is committed to providing high quality recreation opportunities for its residents to enjoy. Kneehill County’s greatest asset in terms of tourism development is its landscape. The diversity of landscape types including the Red Deer River, badlands, and rolling prairie create a variety of opportunities for recreation and tourism. 1. To promote recreational opportunities that are accessible and affordable. 2. To provide recreational opportunitites for residents and non-residents alike. 1. Increase residents’ quality of life through effectively delivering recreation services. 2. Establish a tourism economy through the development of tourism sites and programs. 3. To establish development regulations for recreational areas near natural areas. 4. To prepare and implement a Tourism and Recreation Master Plan. Goals Objectives 28 Page 96 of 196 1. Commercial recreational development in the rural area may include, but is not limited to: campgrounds, rodeo grounds, resorts, golf courses, tourism operators, and other forms of recreational operations that are operated for commercial gain. 2. Recreational development applications should include community consultation with land owners, residents, administration, and Council. 3. Recreational development shall have access, where required, to existing or future transportation, and servicing infrastructure. 4. The County shall maintain a recreational inventory and development strategy that directs recreational development in the County. 5. The County will develop a comprehensive marketing strategy in conjunction with adjacent tourism partners and tourism operators. 6. Minimum setbacks from waterbodies, wetlands, top of banks, and escarpments, as regulated by Alberta Environment and Parks or the LUB, shall be applied to recreational development adjacent to natural areas. 7. The County shall encourage a regional approach to support recreational services within our urban communities. 8. We recognise our unique history and will continue to be supportive of the existing community associations. 9. The County is suppportive of the “buy local” efforts and will continue to stand behind the markets that showcase our local goods. 10. Trails will be encouraged to locate within hamlets, in a way that does not interfere with private property rights. 11. Continued enhancement of the existing trails in Horseshoe Canyon will be supported. 12. Kneehill County will continue to support local recreational opportunities through community grant programs or through the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework. 13. Kneehill County recognizes that volunteer organizations are vital to the health, well being and social development of our community. Kneehill County will continue to offer support to organizations that support local arts, culture and sports. Policies 29 Page 97 of 196 CORE SERVICES Kneehill County is serviced by three primary highways and several secondary highways as well as a network of well-developed gravel roads. Access is crucial for a municipality, especially in rural areas. Kneehill County has developed a plan which includes both a hierarchy of roads and the standards of construction for each level. It is the intent of this plan to protect transportation corridors, propose appropriate development and access management for these corridors, and to ensure a long-range strategy for the construction and maintenance of the road system. In addition to roads, the County has recognized that the quality of life for residents and the potential for economic development is also dependent on the provision of safe and effective water and sanitary sewer systems, along with the management of surface drainage runoff and stormwater. The services will be provided to the standards identified by the County and/or Alberta Environment. 1. To provide convenient reasonable access to agricultural, residential, commercial, and industrial development and recreational facilities. 2. To prepare a long-range strategy for road construction and maintenance. 3. To prepare a long-range strategy for potable water which will support the growth and development in the County. 4. To prepare a long-range strategy for hamlet servicing. 5. To improve the quality of life of the residents, visitors, and business owners in the County. 1. To establish standards for acceptable servicing and infrastructure development in the County. 2. To work with neighbouring municipalities to develop improved water and wastewater services to County residents and businesses. 3. To ensure that existing and future land use and development does not interfere with the operation of or the ability to expand transportation or utility infrastructure. Goals Objectives 30 Page 98 of 196 1. To prepare a long-range water and sewer servicing strategy for the growth centres and hamlets to be incorporated into all long-range land use plans. 2. Land uses and developments that are likely to have a significant impact on the road system should be located near roads that are capable of accommodating such use. 3. The County may require developers enter into a Road Use Agreement to ensure haul routes are designated and these agreements may include maintenance, dust control and other matters relevant to the impacts to municipal roads. 4. The County shall ensure all utility servicing is safe and up to municipal servicing standards. 5. The County shall work with utility services to improve the telecommunications network. 6. The County will continue to negotiate with adjacent urban municipalities and service commissions for potential extension of services into the rural area. 7. All roadways and municipal infrastructure shall be required to comply with the General Municipal Servicing Standards, as may be updated from time to time. 8. The County shall recommend that future rights-of-way for pipelines and power lines avoid residential areas whenever possible and minimize the impact on agricultural lands by sharing or paralleling existing pipeline and utility corridors or following property lines. 9. It is the general policy of the County to retain undeveloped road allowances, however, the sale of old road diversions and/or road allowances that have been replaced by another developed road may be considered. 10. The County may approve certain developed roads as “seasonal only” whereby the County would not be responsible for seasonal maintenance, (i.e. winter maintenance). 11. Proposed new developments or subdivisions that access via an undeveloped road (i.e. not a graveled all-weather road constructed to County standards) shall not be permitted unless, at the discretion of the County, formal arrangements have been made with the County to upgrade the road as per current County policy. 12. Proposed new developments on existing roads which may not be to the appropriate standard for the density or type of traffic to be incurred, may be required to upgrade the road to a higher standard as per County policy. 13. Access to common and emergency services will be taken into account when evaluating subdivisions and development proposals. 14. The preparation of stormwater management plans shall be required, as necessary, to regulate stormwater discharge and water quality according to Alberta Environment and County policies. 15. All new multi-lot development that requires access off a provincial highway shall develop the access or service road to the standards of Alberta Transportation. Service road rights-of- way must be surveyed and dedicated at the time of subdivision. 16. The County will consider methods other than enforcement to help protect and maintain our road infrastructure. (i.e. could consider more arterial roads to take the pressure off, traffic counters, road use agreements for more than industrial use, road levy, etc.) 17. New or proposed developments within County hamlets shall be required to connect to municipal water and wastewater systems. Private systems shall not be allowed. Policies 31 Page 99 of 196 1. The County will encourage constructed wetlands to be incorporated into stormwater management facilities where appropriate and to Alberta Environment standards. 2. The County will encourage water conservation and may consider locations for enclosed water storage facilities. These facilities could be used for fire suppression. 3. The County is supportive of regional water and the potential expansion of existing systems where feasible and where expansion can be taken into new areas of the County. Solid Waste 1. The County will continue to encourage the use of waste diversion strategies to reduce the impact on existing landfills. 2. The County will support the exploration of new technologies for solid waste disposal. Community Services 1. The County recognizes that core services are not limited to strictly transportation and utilities but include a wide variety of services. These additional services enhance the quality of life for our residents. 2. The County will continue to be supportive of our regional Marigold Library system. 3. In order to provide long-term infrastructure planning and sustainability, the County will implement asset management processes that will help guide municipal capital investment. 4. The County will support the expansion of efficient and accessible telecommunication networks. 5. The County recognizes the importance of available health care for residents and will continue to be supportive of methods which will help provide stability to this service. 6. Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) is an important regional program in Kneehill County. As such, continued support and funding will be provided to ensure its success in meeting the needs of the communities it serves. 7. The County will continue to provide grant funding opportunities for youth sponsorships and local non-profit organizations. 8. The County will continue to coordinate the provision of protective and emergency services. This includes partnerships with neighbouring municipalities to develop plans and agreements for fire services. Additional Water Policies 32 Page 100 of 196 NATURAL RESOURCES Kneehill County has limited natural resources. The extracting and/or harvesting of these resources are generally controlled through provincial legislation. The transportation of these resources utilizes both County and provincial roads. It is important for the County to maintain communication with the resource companies and provincial legislative bodies to allow for the planned and managed extraction of resources to ensure the social and environmental impacts are minimized and mitigated. 1. To recognize extraction of resources as an interim land use. 2. To encourage appropriate utilization of renewable and non-renewable natural resources. 3. To minimize impacts on neighbouring uses. 1. To facilitate the timely and economic extraction/harvesting of natural resources, with the minimum amount of impact on neighbouring lands and infrastructure. 2. To facilitate a high level of ongoing communication with all resource companies operating in the County. 3. To ensure the industry shall be responsible for road construction and/or maintenance and any potential damage to County roads as a result of resource related activity. Goals Objectives 33 Page 101 of 196 1. Resource extraction activites shall, whenever possible, be located away from existing residential areas and on lands of lower agricultural capability where feasible. 2. All applications for resource extraction shall be required to address potential impacts on adjacent land uses including but not be limited to dust and other airborne pollutants, noise, hours of operation, traffic generation, groundwater, dark sky, and viewscapes. 3. All natural resource extraction operations shall adhere to provincial standards and regulations. A reclamation certificate from Alberta Environment shall be required. 4. As part of the development approval process, the County may require a developer of a resource extractive to enter into a Development Agreement or Road Use Agreement to address such issues as gravel haul routes, road upgrades, access control, traffic, visual and light intrusion, dust control, noise, and hours of operation. 5. The County may, as part of the development approval process, require the proponent of an industrial or resource extractive use to provide a reclamation plan along with a performance bond or similar security for the purpose of ensuring reclamation is completed to the County’s satisfaction once the approved use ceases. 6. Buffering between the natural resource extraction industry and adjacent uses may be required when development permits are applied for. This may include increased setbacks to hamlets, unique historical and/or environmental features that could potentially be disturbed during the extraction. 7. Reclamation plans are subject to the Code of Practice for Pits as set out by the Province. may include returning the land to a developable state, rather than to the natural and original state, especially if the lands are located in a growth centre. 8. The County recognizes that natural resources such as sand and gravel are often located close to Environmentally Significant Areas. The County will encourage the protection of water sources through the development permitting process. 9. Recreational areas and land with significant features of importance require additional protections to ensure the potential impact from natural resource extraction is minimized. This can be done by increased buffers or screening, or other mitigating measures proposed by the developer. 10. Water quantity and quality has become a regional concern. Kneehill County recognizes the importance of conservation and protection of these natural resources. 11. The County may consider constructing additional water storage facilities where feasible. 12. The County will require that oil and gas development facilities meet setbacks as outlined in the Land Use Bylaw for the subject district. 13. Abandonment and reclamation of water wells must be completed as per the provincial requirements. 14. The County shall require that development and subdivision applications in close proximity to sour gas facilities, and other oil and gas facilities including wells and pipelines either active or abandoned meet Provincial legislation, directives, guidelines, and any Regulation. 15. The County considers the following to be features of importance where the viewscape may be protected from some types of development. The Kneehills, Horseshoe Canyon, Keiver's Lake, Bigelow Dam, Orkney Viewpoint, Braconnier Dam, Swalwell Dam, and Dry Island Buffalo Jump. Policies 34 Page 102 of 196 RENEWABLES ALTERNATIVE ENERGY Kneehill County will support evaluate the development of renewable alternative energy sources, such as wind, geothermal and solar energy systems; however, the County may also taking into consideration the location of the resource proposed development. 1. To encourage the use of alternative energy sources where feasible. 1. To facilitate the timely and economic development of alternative energy resources, with the minimum amount of impact on neighbouring lands and infrastructure. 2. To facilitate a high level of ongoing communication with all resource companies doing work in the County ensuring our ratepayers are included. 3. To ensure the industry shall be responsible for road construction and/or maintenance and any potential damage to County roads as a result of resource related activity. Goals Objectives 35 Page 103 of 196 1. Before the County will make a decision regarding a wind or solar farm application commerical alternative energy facility, the proponent must conduct a public presentation where the proponent outlines the size, type, location and nature of the proposed wind farm facility. The public presentation must be conducted in a manner approved by the County, and notification must be advertised include all landowners within two miles of the proposed development site. 2. The proponent must submit, as part of an application, an environmental impact assessment (EIA), prepared by a qualified professional, which addresses possible impacts on the landscape and wildlife, including avian species. Other studies and submissions may be required as per the Land Use Bylaw. 3. The County is protective of high-quality agricultural lands and encourages commercial wind energy conversion systems and solar energy systems to locate on marginal land as per the Land Use Bylaw. 4. The County will continue to encourage landowners to participate in the provincial approval process for alternative energy applications. 5. The County may require that the proponent enter into a development agreement, which addresses the development, and future removal, of all proposed structures, which are to be associated with the wind or solar farm. 6. As part of the development approval process, the County may require a developer of an alternative energy source to enter into a Development Agreement and/or Road Use Agreement to address such issues as gravel haul route, road upgrades, access control, traffic, visual and light intrusion, dust control, noise and hours of operation. 7. The County will encourage the use of private use Category 1 solar and wind energy sources as per the Land Use Bylaw. 8. Applications for rooftop solar systems are allowed on existing buildings, however, proof of engineering is required to be submitted with the Building Permit to ensure the structure can handle the additional weight capacity. 9. The County will be supportive of research and development of new technologies that have the potential to provide additional electrical energy sources. 10. The County will continue to supply educational materials for landowners looking to lease their lands for commercial energy projects. 11. The County may seek to participate in the Alberta Utility Commission (AUC) process for applications that fall within Kneehill County. 12. The County will encourage the AUC to consider our MDP and Land Use Bylaw requirements specific to commercial energy developments. 13. The County is supportive of lighting that minimizes light pollution and developers being proactive in lighting that promotes dark sky compliance. This applies to the long-term operation of the development. Policies 36 Page 104 of 196 Policies Alternative Energy Definitions 37 Page 105 of 196 1. An ASP or Outline Plan will be required for all development within the identified growth centres, where three (3) or more non-residential lots are considered for development. 2. All development proposals outside the identified growth centre, will be required to submit ASPs and Outline Plans in compliance with the MDP, LUB and any other applicable regulatory standards. 3. An application for a higher density subdivision outside the identified growth centre will be subject to the requirements in the LUB. Growth centres are identified in Maps 14, 16, 20, 22, and 23. Policies DEVELOPMENT PHASING While potential future development is difficult to forecast, Kneehill County wants to be proactive in identifying areas where servicing and infrastructure can be easily tied into for large developments. This will occur at the direction of Council and is contingent upon market demand, budgetary allowances, and the servicing required by the developer. 1. To facilitate the logical, economical, and orderly development of land in Kneehill County. 1. To encourage development that utilizes existing infrastructure and to extend infrastructure in a logical way. 2. To provide services and infrastructure for new development, where feasible. Goals Objectives 38 Page 106 of 196 COOPERATION Kneehill County has five (5) urban municipalities located within its borders. It is critical that Kneehill County works cooperatively with these five municipalities, as well as the adjacent bordering municipalities. 1. To promote sound planning and development decision making in intermunicipal borderlands and to create and maintain an atmosphere of mutual respect, trust and recognition. 1. To coordinate or enable the provision of social and recreational facilities and resources, in cooperation with neighbouring municipalities in order to provide efficient programs and services to residents. 2. To provide adequate protective and emergency services in cooperation with neighbouring municipalities. 3. To investigate and pursue potential shared services, enhancing cooperation and partnerships. 4. To maintain open lines of communication to resolve problems and identify opportunities for collaboration. 5. To engage in joint planning with neighbouring municipalities to establish planning frameworks and land use patterns that are mutually beneficial. 6. To ensure open dialogue and cooperation with all neighbouring municipalities to address issues of mutual interest. Goals Objectives 39 Page 107 of 196 1. The County shall maintain ongoing dialogue with its neighbouring municipalities in order to coordinate development and to minimize potential conflicts. 2. The County shall strive to work with neighbouring municipalities to prepare and adopt Intermunicipal Development Plans (IDPs) to address all matters identified in the Municipal Government Act, to effectively coordinate land uses, future growth patterns, transportation systems and municipal infrastructure and services. 3. The County shall endeavour to refer to relevant neighbouring municipalities for comment, all proposed statutory plans and plan amendments, Outline Plans and amendments, Land Use Bylaw amendments, and subdivision applications located either adjacent to a municipal boundary or in areas agreed to between the County and the affected municipality where such items are deemed to be of significance. 4. The County recognizes that an urban municipality may wish to annex land from the County where growth of that urban municipality warrants it. The County may accept the annexation of land by an urban municipality if an annexation agreement can be amicably achieved to address any impact on the County. 5. The County strives to maximize infill potential before considering an annexation into County lands. 6. The County will regularily review any Intermunicipal Development Plans and identify current trends in development as well as outline any opportunities that will be beneficial from a regional perspective. 7. An IDP may include policies that defer policy direction to the subject MDP. As such, the applicable policies of the relevant jurisdiction MDP shall apply. 8. The County will continue to work with our neighbouring municipalities to review our Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks (ICFs) as required by the MGA. Policies 40 Page 108 of 196 RESERVE LANDS The Municipal Government Act allows a municipality to take Municipal Reserve (MR) lands where there is a community benefit, or cash-in-lieu where it is more appropriate. The purpose of Municipal Reserves is to provide parks, open spaces, natural areas, schools, and buffer strips separating incompatible land uses. The municipality may also take Environmental Reserve (ER) to ensure that environmentally sensitive natural features are protected and preserved. Kneehill County is supportive of protecting Environmentally Significant, Sensitive and Hazardous Lands through the dedication of ER, MR, and alternative protection mechanisms. These mechanisms may include Conservation Easements, Environmental Reserves, Environmental Reserve Easements, Restrictive Covenants, and caveats. 1. To identify, protect, and conserve Environmentally Significant and Sensitive Lands. 2. To provide land for schools, parks, and recreational lands. 1. To take land as Environmental Reserve where appropriate. 2. To take land as municipal or school reserve through land dedication and/or cash-in-lieu. 3. To plan for and manage open space, school reserve, and recreational facilities in the County. Goals Objectives 41 Page 109 of 196 1. At the time of subdivision, Environmental Reserve (ER), or Municipal Reserve (MR) may be taken to the extent allowed by the Municipal Government Act to protect open spaces and significant environmental areas. 2. The aggregate amount of Municipal Reserves (MR) that may be provided shall not exceed ten (10) percent of the parcel of land less land required to be provided as Environmental Reserve (ER) and the land made subject of an Environmental Reserve Easement (ERE). 3. Municipal Reserves will be taken as per Kneehill County policy, and amendments from time to time. 4. As per the Municipal Government Act Section 664 (1), Environmental Reserve may be taken by the County without compensation at the time of subdivision if it consists of: a. a swamp, gully, ravine, coulee, or natural drainage course, b. land that is subject to flooding or is, in the opinion of the subdivision authority, unstable, or c. a strip of land, not less than six (6) metres in width, abutting the bed and shore of any body of water. d. 664(1.1) A subdivision authority may require land to be provided as Environmental Reserve only for one or more of the following purposes: i. to preserve the natural features of land; where in the opinion of the subdivision authority, those features should be preserved; ii. to prevent pollution of the land or of the bed and shore of an adjacent body of water, or iii. to ensure public access to and beside the bed and shore; of a body of water lying on or adjacent to the land; iv. to prevent development of land where, in the opinion of the subdivision authority, the natural features of the land would present a significant risk of personal injury or property damage occurring during development or use of the land. 5. The County will consult with adjoining municipalities and school authorities to ensure that adequate land, or cash-in-lieu of land is dedicated or paid to meet the needs for school reserves. 6. All cash-in-lieu for Municipal Reserves shall be paid to the County. It will be held and used for the same purposes as Municipal Reserve land could be used. 7. If the owner of a parcel of land that is the subject of a proposed subdivision and the municipality agree that any or all of the land that is to be taken as Environmental Reserve is instead to be the subject of an Environmental Reserve Easement for the protection and enhancement of the environment, an easement may be registered against the land in favour of the County at a Land Titles Office as per the requirements of the MGA. 8. The County may consider utilizing a Conservation Reserve for lands located within a Provincial or National ESA. A Conservation Reserve under the MGA means a reserve taken by the municipality whereby the County must pay the landowner compensation for the lands. This compensation must be in an amount equal to the market value of the land at the time the application for subdivision approval was received by the subdivision authority. 9. The County will encourage voluntary efforts on private land to conserve Environmentally Significant Areas and water sources. Policies 42 Page 110 of 196 IMPLEMENTATION - PLAN MONITORING Consistency with this Municipal Development Plan will ensure that orderly, effective and beneficial development can be achieved. This plan is intended to be a living document which will need to be monitored over time to respond to the changing needs and conditions of the County. Where changes are required, it is important that they are considered through an open and transparent process that gives opportunities for the public to express their concern. The County will implement the Municipal Development Plan through its Land Use Bylaw, other statutory and non-statutory plans and other outcomes and decisions that affect planning and development. However, it is important to note that the achievement of the goals and objectives of the Municipal Development Plan are subject to budgetary consideration by County Council. 1. To ensure that the policies of this plan are relevant and reflect the goals of a growing and changing municipality by regular review. 2. To ensure that the goals, objectives, and policies are followed in future development related decisions. 1. To maintain consistency between the MDP and other statutory and non-statutory documents. 2. To facilitate regular reviews of the MDP. Goals Objectives 43 Page 111 of 196 1. The County shall implement the policies of the MDP through the LUB and other statutory and non-statutory documents. 2. The County shall review and monitor the MDP every five years as required to make appropriate amendments. 3. Administration shall record comments, suggestions, and ideas for possible improvements to the MDP. 4. Administration shall maintain records of redesignation, subdivision, and development permits, and will prepare an annual report to Council. This report will monitor the effectiveness of the MDP's policies. 5. Any Area Structure Plans adopted prior to this MDP shall process any redesignations, subdivisions, or developments based on that Area Structure Plan. 6. Amendments to any existing Area Structure Plans will be considered in accordance with the intent of this MDP. 7. Amendments to the MDP shall be in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act. 8. The County shall provide opportunities for public input in any amendment to the MDP. Policies 44 Page 112 of 196 Page 113 of 196 DEFINITIONS SECTION 3. Page 114 of 196 Access: Is a means of legally and physically entering or exiting a property to a developed municipal road acceptable to the Municipality. Agriculture: Means the science, art, or occupation concerned with cultivating land, raising crops, and feeding, breeding, and raising livestock. Also known as the practice of farming. Agriculture Business: Means a business associated with the production, processing, and distribution of agricultural products. Agriculture Business District: A district created to provide opportunities for subdivisions larger than the bare parcel limits for residential purposes and where specific agricultural uses for non-traditional agriculture or commercial purposes can be accommodated on a smaller scale. Agriculture District: Means a district created to accommodate and support an evolving agricultural industry and associated rural lifestyles. Alternative Farming Practices: Is a term applicable to agricultural production methods, agricultural enterprises, and/or crops that are different from traditional or conventional ones. Annexation: Means to incorporate a portion of land into another municipality. Area Structure Plan (ASP): Means a statutory plan, adopted by Council pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, providing a framework for subsequent subdivision and development of an area. Buffer Strip: Means an area within a property or site, generally adjacent to and parallel with the property line, either consisting of existing natural vegetation or created by the use of trees, shrubs and/ or fences which is designed to either reduce impact to an adjacent body of water, or to limit views and sound from affecting the development tract adjacent to the property. Canada Land Inventory Classification: Means classification of land capability and use for regional resource and land-use planning through a comprehensive federal-provincial survey established under the Agricultural Rehabilitation and Development Act in 1961. Cash-in-lieu: The contribution of money to the Municipal Reserve (MR) fund equivalent to the market value of the land required to meet the 10% Municipal Reserve dedication requirements under the Municipal Government Act; the acceptance of the contribution of cash-in-lieu of land dedication is at the discretion of Council. Code: Means the Alberta Building Code and Safety Codes Act. Confined Feeding Operation: Has the same meaning as in the Agricultural Operations Practices Act, as amended. Conservation Easement: Means a voluntary legal agreement defined in the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act between a landowner and a government or conservation agency. The easement agreement is intended to protect the natural values of the land by giving up all or some of the rights to develop the land. Conservation Reserve: Is a planning tool that allows for the purchase of Environmentally Significant Lands by a municipality to form a Conservation Reserve in accordance with Section 664.2 of the Municipal Government Act. County: Means Kneehill County. Developer: Means any person including the landowner or a corporation undertaking activities involving the division of a parcel into two or more parcels, the construction, reconstruction, conversion, structural alteration, relocation or enlargement of any building or other structure; or of any mining, excavation or landfill; and any change in the use of any building or other structure, or land, or extension of the use of land. Development Agreement: An agreement that the applicant of a subdivision or development will enter into with the municipality as per Section 655 of the Municipal Government Act. DEFINITIONS 47 Page 115 of 196 Development Permit: Means a document authorizing a development issued under the County’s Land Use Bylaw. Development Regulations: Means the regulations set out in the Kneehill County Land Use Bylaw 1808 as amended. Direct Control District: Means a district, defined in the Land Use Bylaw, for which detailed guidelines are established by council for control over the use and development of a specific site, pursuant to the provisions of the Municipal Government Act. Environmental Farm Plan: Is a voluntary whole farm self assessment tool to identify potential environmental risks on your farm. Environmental Impact Assessment: Means a report prepared by a current member of the Alberta Professional Engineers, Geologists, and Geophysicists of Alberta (APEGGA) that identifies, predicts, and assesses the effects or impacts that a proposed use or development is likely to have on the environment and may include recommended actions to remediate or minimize the effects or impacts. Environmental Reserve: Means land dedicated (given) to a municipality during the subdivision process for environmental reasons in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act. Environmental Reserve may include areas such as wetlands, ravines, drainage courses, and steep slopes. Environmental Reserve Easement: Means a caveat registered with Land Titles in favour of the municipality for lands that would be normally taken as Environmental Reserve in accordance with the Municipal Government Act. Environmental Review: Means a review of a proposed development within a defined geographic area prepared by a qualified environmental professional (QEP) that identifies and assesses the environmental significance and sensitivity of existing vegetation, wetlands and other water features, wildlife habitat, and unique physical features. Recommendations on terms and conditions to be included in the development permit regarding the protection of the environmental features listed in the defined geographic area must be provided. Only those environmental features that are listed in the defined geographic area as being of importance to that location may be considered in an environmental review. Further specifics are noted in the Land Use Bylaw. Environmentally Significant Area (ESA): Means an area considered to have environmental features of importance to Kneehill County as defined by the province and the 2010 Summit Report, and amended from time to time. Environmentally Sensitive: Refers to lands in their natural or altered state, due to their fragile characteristics or ecological significance that are unusual and perform a natural function that is of importance beyond the site. Included are lands having limitations with development due to naturally occurring conditions or processes such as flooding, erosion or slumping. Extensive Agriculture: Means the raising of crops or the rearing of livestock, either separately or in conjunction with one another and includes buildings and other structures incidental to the operation. Farmstead: Means an established residential site that previously contained or currently contains a dwelling and other improvements used in connection with an agricultural operation such as quonsets, grain bins, sheds, and ancillary structures such as corrals, dugouts storage areas for farm machinery, equipment and products. Fire Protection Plan: A Fire Protection Plan as per the Alberta Safety Codes Act is required to ensure adequate improvements to support fire suppression in the case of an emergency within the proposed development area. The Fire Protection Plan must be prepared and submitted to Kneehill County authority for review and approval. Once approved, the owner is responsible for implementing those improvements as outlined within the approved fire protection plan. Where required, the findings of this report should DEFINITIONS 48 Page 116 of 196 be incorporated within the servicing study and/or engineering plans and specifications requested in support of the proposed development. First Parcel Out: Means a single lot/parcel created from a previously unsubdivided quarter section and includes quarter sections where a lot for public use may have previously been removed. Floodplain: Means low-lying land next to a watercourse that is subject to periodic inundation (see figure below). A 1:100-year floodplain, which is the result of a flood having a 1 percent chance of being equaled or exceeded in any given year, is used for purposes of development. In the absence of information that identifies the 1:100-year floodplain elevation, the best available information, as determined by a qualified professional able to perform flood hazard mapping study, must be used to establish the historic high-water level for a water body. The floodplain can be divided into two zones once a flood hazard mapping study has been completed. Floodway: Means the area within which the entire design flood can be conveyed while meeting certain water elevation rise, water velocity and water depth criteria. It is the portion of the flood hazard area where flows are deepest, fastest and most destructive. The floodway typically includes the main channel of a stream and a portion of the adjacent overbank area. Flood Fringe: Means the land along the edges of the flood risk area that has relatively shallow water (less than 1 metre deep) with lower velocities (less than 1 meter/second). Fragmented Parcel: Means a parcel or lot that contains one or more areas, which are separated from the remainder of the parcel or lot by either a road or railway, or a physical feature that, in the opinion of the County, severely restricts or prohibits access from one portion of the parcel or lot to the remainder. Fringe Area: Means an area adjoining the boundary between two or more municipalities. Specific fringe areas are determined through negotiation between relevant municipalities. General Municipal Servicing Standard (GMSS): Provides the minimum specific requirements to assist the County and a potential developer in the design, preparation and submission of plans and specifications for approval and/or construction of municipal improvements and systems that will meet the servicing requirements for commercial, industrial and residential subdivision and development within the County. Growth Centres: Means areas designated for future potential growth which will be primarily residential, commercial, industrial or recreational development. Hamlet: Means an unincorporated area as defined by the Municipal Government Act and designated as such by Council. DEFINITIONS 49 Page 117 of 196 Hazard Land: Means lands which may be prone to flooding, shoreline erosion, or slope instability hazards or any hazard that may result in life loss or injury, property damage, or environmental degradation and lands in proximity to water bodies and water courses with slopes greater than 10%. Historic Object: Means any historic resource of a movable nature including any specimen, artifact, document, or work of art. Historic Resource: Means any work of nature or of humans that is primarily of value for its paleontological, archaeological, prehistoric, historic, cultural, natural, scientific, or esthetic interest including, but not limited to, a paleontological, archaeological, prehistoric, historic or natural site, structure or object. Historic Site: Means any site that includes or consists of an historical resource of an immovable nature or that cannot be disassociated from its context without destroying some or all of its value as an historical resource and includes a prehistoric, historic, or natural site structure. Home Occupation: Means any occupation, trade, profession, or craft carried on by an occupant of a residential or accessory building as a use secondary to the residential or accessory building use, and which does not change the character thereof. Infrastructure: Means the foundation and facilities that are needed to service communities (e.g. roads, utilities). Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP): Means a plan accepted or adopted by two or more Councils of two or more municipalities pursuant to Section 631 of the Municipal Government Act. Internal Access Road: Means a private internal access allowance within a campground, manufactured home park, or medium density housing development, which is suitable for vehicular use. Land Use Bylaw (LUB): Means the current Land Use Bylaw, and amendments thereto, of Kneehill County. Land Suitability Ranking System (LSRS): Means the procedure for rating suitability of land for agricultural spring-seeded small grains and hardy oilseeds. MGA: Means the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, CM-26, as amended. Municipal Development Plan (MDP): Means a statutory plan adopted by Council pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, which contains policies for the future development and use of land in the municipality. Municipal Reserve: Refers to land provided as part of a subdivision by the developer, without compensation, for parks, buffering trails, and school purposes in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act. Municipal reserves may alternately be provided by cash-in-lieu or a combination of the two. When subdividing an area larger than two acres up to a 10% reserve dedication is required. Municipal Planning Commission: Means the Municipal Planning Commission appointed by Council. Municipality: Means Kneehill County. Municipal Government Act (MGA): Means the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, CM-26, as amended. Natural Features: Means the original undeveloped geographic features of a site that have evolved over time without direct influence from people. Open Space: Means a publicly owned (municipal, provincial, or federal) parcel of land that the public is entitled to access. There may be DEFINITIONS 50 Page 118 of 196 restrictions on access and activities on such lands. Outline Plan: Means a detailed land use plan for an area of land that is typically smaller than the land covered by an Area Structure Plan and which conforms to all Statutory Plans. An Outline Plan is adopted by resolution of Council, pursuant to Part 17 of the Act, and is otherwise equivalent to a “Conceptual Scheme” as described in the Act. This is a non-statutory plan. Owner: Means the person(s) registered under the Land Titles Act as the owner of the fee simple estate in land and, in respect of any other property other than land, the person in lawful possession of it. Paleontological Resource: Means a work of nature consisting of or containing evidence of extinct multicellular beings and includes those works of nature or classes of works of nature designated by the regulations as paleontological resources. Parcel: Means the aggregate of one or more areas of land described in a certificate of title or described in a certificate of title by reference to a plan filed or registered in a land titles office. Redesignation: Means a change of land use designation, approved through a public hearing process as per the Municipal Government Act, by County Council. Restrictive Covenant: Means a condition or covenant under which land, or any specified portion of land, is not to be built on, or is to be or not to be used in a particular manner, or any other condition or covenant running with or capable of being legally annexed to land. It may be registered by caveat under the Land Titles Act. Road: Means land used or surveyed for use as a public highway or road, and includes a bridge forming part of a public highway or road and any structure incidental to the public highway or road or bridge, subject to the direction, control and management of the County. Road Use Agreement: Is a tool used to protect municipal roads by helping the County monitor heavy vehicle traffic, manage wear and tear on the roads, and plan for future maintenance. They are designed to provide guidelines and procedures for road use by individuals or companies with extensive or continuous haul projects. Solar Facility: Is an installation or area of land in which a large solar energy system is installed in order to generate electrical heat energy for commercial sale to off-site customers. Statutory Plan: Means an Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP), Municipal Development Plan (MDP), Area Structure Plan (ASP), or Area Redevelopment Plan (ARP) adopted by Council by bylaw in accordance with the requirements of the Municipal Government Act. Subdivision: Means the division of a parcel of land by an instrument that creates separate titles. Suitable Development Area: Means that portion of a lot or parcel (excluding areas that are subject to yards, setback or separation distance), which has no serious constraints to development such as a high water table, steep slopes, risk of flooding, erosion, or slumping or other factors impeding development and attendant essential facilities such as a well and a private disposal system. Traffic Impact Assessment: In order to evaluate the traffic impact of proposed developments, a traffic impact assessment is required. The traffic impact assessment must be prepared by a qualified professional engineer accredited by APEGGA, which assesses the potential effects of traffic generation caused by the proposed development on regional and local roadway systems. The traffic impact assessment shall identify and define the study area, the planning horizon and analysis period, the existing traffic conditions, and the estimated traffic demand. Furthermore, a safety analysis, site access analysis, traffic collision analysis, and sight distance evaluation should be conducted. The assessment shall also identify mitigation measures and provide overall recommendations for addressing local and regional traffic impacts. DEFINITIONS 51 Page 119 of 196 Where required, the findings of this report shall be incorporated within the servicing study and/or engineering plans and specifications requested in support of the proposed development. Unsubdivided Quarter Section: Means a titled area of 160 acres (64.7 hectares) more or less but excluding previous subdivisions for roads, road widening, school sites and other public and quasi-public uses. Wetlands: Means an area that is inundated or saturated by surface water or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support vegetation that is adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands are protected through a variety of federal and provincial regulations. Wind Conversion Energy System: Is a power plant consisting of a group of wind turbines and related facilities connected to the same substation or metering point used for the production of electric power. The wind facility boundary is defined by all titled parcels participating in the project. Wind Turbine: Means a wind powered turbine designed to convert wind energy into mechanical or electrical energy. DEFINITIONS 52 Page 120 of 196 MAPS SECTION 5. Where required, the findings of this report shall be incorporated within the servicing study and/or engineering plans and specifications requested in support of the proposed development. Unsubdivided Quarter Section: Means a titled area of 160 acres (64.7 hectares) more or less but excluding previous subdivisions for roads, road widening, school sites and other public and quasi-public uses. Wetlands: Means an area that is inundated or saturated by surface water or ground water at a frequency and duration sufficient to support vegetation that is adapted for life in saturated soil conditions. Wetlands are protected through a variety of federal and provincial regulations. Wind Conversion Energy System: Is a power plant consisting of a group of wind turbines and related facilities connected to the same substation or metering point used for the production of electric power. The wind facility boundary is defined by all titled parcels participating in the project. Wind Turbine: Means a wind powered turbine designed to convert wind energy into mechanical or electrical energy. Page 121 of 196 MAP 1: AGRASID DOMINANT LSRS 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 ACME CARBON LINDEN THREE HILLS TROCHU ¯ Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. Legend 2 3 4 5 6 7 NR-Not Rated Page 122 of 196 MAP 2: CANADA LAND INVENTORY (CLI) 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 THREE HILLS TROCHU ACME CARBON LINDEN Kneehill County Canada Land Inventory Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. 0 20 4010 km Legend Soil Classification No signicant limitations Moderate limitations Moderately severe limitations Severe limitations Very severe limitations Perennial forage crops only no capacity Page 123 of 196 MAP 3: CONFINED FEEDING OPERATION EXCLUSION ZONES THREE HILLS TROCHU ACME CARBON LINDEN ¯ Legend CFO Exclusion Zone Communities 0 10 205 Kilometers Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. Project name: KC_166 Page 124 of 196 MAP 4: ACME CFO EXCLUSION ZONE NW-6-29-25 NE-30-29-25 NW-31-29-25 NE-33-29-25 SE-4-30-25 NE-6-30-25 NE-14-29-26 NE-26-29-26 SE-1-30-26 NW-2-30-26 SE-6-30-25 NE-24-29-26 NE-35-29-26 NW-18-29-25 NE-4-29-25 NE-8-29-25 NW-9-29-25 SW-16-29-25SW-17-29-25 NW-35-29-26 NW-8-29-25 SW-21-29-25 NE-29-29-25 SE-9-29-25 NE-17-29-25 SE-31-29-25 NE-13-29-26 NE-2-30-26 NW-5-29-25 NW-21-29-25 NW-32-29-25 SW-12-29-26 SE-14-29-26 NE-23-29-26 SE-23-29-26 SE-36-29-26 NW-33-29-25 NW-11-29-26 NW-26-29-26 SW-7-29-25 SE-20-29-25 SW-30-29-25 SW-13-29-26 NE-25-29-26 SW-2-30-26 NE-9-29-25 NE-31-29-25 SW-4-30-25 NW-6-30-25 SW-8-29-25 SW-28-29-25 SE-24-29-26 NE-4-30-25 NW-2-29-26 NW-12-29-26 SE-13-29-26 NE-7-29-25 NE-16-29-25 NW-29-29-25 SE-29-29-25 NW-1-29-26 SE-5-30-25 NE-5-29-25 SW-11-29-26 NW-16-29-25 SE-16-29-25SW-18-29-25 NE-20-29-25 NE-21-29-25 NW-28-29-25 SW-31-29-25 NE-2-29-26 SW-14-29-26 SW-35-29-26 NW-1-30-26 SE-30-29-25 SE-33-29-25 NE-5-30-25NW-5-30-25 NE-11-29-26 SE-11-29-26 NW-23-29-26 SE-18-29-25 NE-28-29-25 SE-28-29-25 NW-17-29-25 NW-20-29-25 SE-21-29-25 NE-1-29-26 NW-14-29-26 NW-24-29-26 SW-24-29-26 SE-7-29-25 NW-30-29-25 SW-5-30-25 SE-8-29-25 SW-32-29-25 NE-36-29-26NW-36-29-26 NE-18-29-25 SE-32-29-25 NW-7-29-25 SE-17-29-25 NE-12-29-26 NW-4-29-25NE-6-29-25 SW-9-29-25 SW-29-29-25 SW-33-29-25 SE-25-29-26SE-26-29-26SW-26-29-26 SW-1-30-26 NE-32-29-25 NW-4-30-25 SW-6-30-25 SE-12-29-26 NW-13-29-26 SW-23-29-26 NW-25-29-26 NE-1-30-26 SE-35-29-26 SE-2-30-26 SW-20-29-25 SW-25-29-26 SW-36-29-26 ACME ¯ Legend 1-Mile Buffer Communities Quarter Sections 0 1 20.5 Kilometers Page 125 of 196 MAP 5: LINDEN CFO EXCLUSION ZONE SW-7-30-25 NE-10-30-25 SE-19-30-25 NE-21-30-25 SE-30-30-25 SE-31-30-25 NE-33-30-25 NW-34-30-25 SE-8-31-25 SW-13-30-26 NE-3-31-25 SW-3-31-25 SW-8-31-25 SW-32-30-25 SW-33-30-25 SE-2-31-25 NE-5-31-25 SE-7-31-25 NW-7-30-25 NW-9-30-25 NW-18-30-25 NW-19-30-25 SE-21-30-25 SE-13-30-26 SE-36-30-26 NE-17-30-25 SW-5-31-25 SE-16-30-25SW-16-30-25 NW-30-30-25 SW-30-30-25 SW-31-30-25 SE-6-31-25 NE-7-30-25 NW-2-31-25NE-4-31-25 NW-36-30-26 SE-7-30-25 NW-15-30-25 SE-20-30-25 SW-27-30-25 NE-32-30-25 SE-28-30-25 SE-18-30-25 NW-23-30-25 NE-34-30-25 SE-4-31-25 SW-25-30-26 NE-29-30-25 SE-34-30-25 SE-12-30-26 SW-8-30-25 SW-15-30-25 NW-22-30-25 NW-31-30-25 SW-6-31-25 SE-11-31-25 NE-16-30-25 NE-2-31-25 SE-3-31-25 SE-9-30-25 SW-11-30-25 SW-28-30-25 SE-33-30-25 SW-12-31-25 NW-3-31-25 SE-24-30-26 SW-9-30-25 SE-10-30-25 NW-27-30-25 SW-35-30-25 NW-6-31-25 SE-8-30-25 NE-15-30-25 NW-29-30-25 SW-4-31-25 NE-36-30-26 NE-8-30-25 SW-34-30-25 SW-7-31-25 NW-1-30-26 SW-10-30-25 NE-18-30-25 SE-32-30-25 NE-24-30-26 SW-17-30-25 NE-22-30-25 SW-22-30-25 NW-35-30-25 SE-10-31-25 NW-25-30-26 NE-9-30-25 SW-19-30-25 SW-23-30-25 SW-26-30-25 NE-28-30-25NE-30-30-25 SW-9-31-25 NW-24-30-26 NE-25-30-26 NW-21-30-25 NE-27-30-25 NW-12-30-26 SE-25-30-26 NW-14-30-25 SW-14-30-25 SE-27-30-25 SW-10-31-25 SW-36-30-26 NW-10-30-25 SW-20-30-25 SW-21-30-25 NW-4-31-25 NW-11-30-25 NW-33-30-25 NW-5-31-25 NE-12-30-26 NE-19-30-25 NW-26-30-25 NE-31-30-25 SE-5-31-25 SE-9-31-25 NE-13-30-26 SW-24-30-26 NW-32-30-25 NW-1-31-25 SW-2-31-25 SE-22-30-25 NE-6-31-25 NE-1-30-26 NW-8-30-25 SE-15-30-25SE-17-30-25SW-18-30-25 NW-28-30-25 SW-11-31-25 SW-12-30-26 NW-16-30-25NW-17-30-25 SW-1-31-25 NW-13-30-26 LINDEN ¯ Legend 1-Mile Buffer Communities Quarter Sections 0 1 20.5 Kilometers Page 126 of 196 MAP 6: THREE HILLS CFO EXCLUSION ZONE NW-16-31-23 SW-18-31-23 NW-19-31-23 SW-20-31-23 NW-21-31-23 SW-21-31-23 NE-30-31-23 NE-31-31-23 NW-5-32-23 SW-5-32-23 NW-7-32-23 NW-8-32-23 SW-8-32-23 NW-9-32-23 SE-27-31-24 NW-36-31-24 NW-2-32-24 SE-3-32-24 NE-12-32-24 SW-12-32-24 SW-23-31-24 NW-35-31-24 SW-25-31-24 NE-20-31-23 SE-20-31-23 NW-28-31-23 SE-25-31-24SE-26-31-24 SE-1-32-24 NW-31-31-23 SW-33-31-23 NW-4-32-23 NE-7-32-23 SE-5-32-23 SE-17-32-23 NE-11-32-24 NE-23-31-24 SW-36-31-24 SE-23-31-24 SW-16-31-23 SE-32-31-23 SE-24-31-24 NW-20-31-23 NW-29-31-23NW-30-31-23 NE-10-32-24 SE-13-32-24 NE-22-31-24 SW-29-31-23SE-30-31-23 NE-5-32-23 NE-8-32-23 SW-19-31-23 NE-6-32-23 SW-18-32-23SW-13-32-24SE-14-32-24 NE-15-31-24 NE-26-31-24 SW-28-31-23SE-29-31-23 SW-9-32-23SE-12-32-24 NW-23-31-24 NW-25-31-24 NE-2-32-24 NE-19-31-23 NE-13-31-24 SW-4-32-23 SE-15-32-24 NE-25-31-24 NW-11-32-24 SW-13-31-24 NE-35-31-24 NE-36-31-24 NE-17-31-23 SE-18-31-23 NW-33-31-23 NW-6-32-23 NW-13-31-24 NE-24-31-24 SW-17-31-23SE-13-31-24 NW-1-32-24 SE-34-31-24 NW-24-31-24 NE-18-31-23 SW-31-31-23 SW-11-32-24 SW-24-31-24 SE-35-31-24SW-35-31-24 NE-32-31-23 SW-16-32-23 NE-14-31-24NW-14-31-24 NW-26-31-24NE-27-31-24 SE-36-31-24 SE-11-32-24 SW-14-32-24 SE-14-31-24SW-14-31-24 SW-2-32-24 SE-19-31-23 SW-30-31-23 SE-7-32-23 SE-22-31-24 SW-26-31-24 NE-1-32-24 NW-17-31-23NW-18-31-23 SE-31-31-23 NW-32-31-23 SW-6-32-23 SW-17-32-23 SE-15-31-24 NE-3-32-24 SW-7-32-23 SE-2-32-24 SE-17-31-23 SE-6-32-23 SE-8-32-23 SE-18-32-23 SW-1-32-24 NE-29-31-23 SW-32-31-23 SE-10-32-24 NW-12-32-24 NE-34-31-24 THREE HILLS ¯ Legend 1-Mile Buffer Communities Quarter Sections 0 1 20.5 Kilometers Page 127 of 196 MAP 7: TROCHU CFO EXCLUSION ZONE SE-33-32-23 NW-3-33-23 NW-9-33-23 NE-18-33-23 SW-18-33-23 NW-19-33-23 NE-20-33-23 NW-27-33-23NE-28-33-23 SW-31-32-23 NW-1-33-24 NW-12-33-24 SE-12-33-24 NW-13-33-24 SW-13-33-24 SW-36-33-24 NE-4-33-23 SW-6-33-23 NW-10-33-23 SW-28-33-23 SE-33-33-23 SW-12-33-24 NW-31-32-23 SW-36-32-24 NE-1-33-24 SE-22-33-23 SE-9-33-23 SE-10-33-23 SE-16-33-23 SW-30-33-23 SW-27-33-23SW-29-33-23 NW-34-32-23 SW-3-33-23 SE-7-33-23 NE-10-33-23 NE-24-33-24 SW-21-33-23 SW-35-33-23 SW-14-33-23 NE-25-33-24 SW-25-33-24 SW-19-33-23 SE-31-33-23 NW-32-32-23 SE-3-33-23 SE-15-33-23 SW-26-33-23SE-28-33-23 SE-32-33-23 SW-33-33-23 SE-34-33-23 SW-32-32-23 SW-10-33-23 SE-19-33-23 NW-22-33-23 SE-34-32-23 SE-13-33-24 SE-6-33-23 NE-15-33-23 NW-23-33-23 NW-28-33-23NE-30-33-23 SW-35-32-23 SW-9-33-23 NE-13-33-24 SE-25-33-24 SE-30-33-23 NW-35-32-23 SW-16-33-23 NW-2-33-23NW-4-33-23 SE-8-33-23 NW-11-33-23 NW-18-33-23 SE-18-33-23 NE-27-33-23 SE-29-33-23 NE-3-33-23 SW-24-33-24 NW-5-33-23 SW-5-33-23 SW-8-33-23 NE-36-32-24 NE-12-33-24 NE-29-33-23 NE-33-32-23 NE-7-33-23NW-7-33-23 SE-24-33-24 SW-15-33-23 NW-16-33-23 SW-34-33-23 NW-33-32-23 SW-7-33-23 SW-22-33-23 SW-32-33-23 SE-32-32-23 SW-33-32-23 SW-4-33-23 NE-6-33-23 NW-14-33-23 SE-36-33-24 SW-20-33-23 NE-22-33-23 NW-15-33-23 SW-1-33-24 NW-21-33-23 SW-23-33-23 NE-9-33-23 SW-11-33-23 NW-36-32-24 NW-20-33-23 NE-16-33-23 NE-19-33-23 NE-5-33-23NW-6-33-23 NE-21-33-23 SE-21-33-23 SE-31-32-23 NE-34-32-23 SW-34-32-23SE-36-32-24 NE-31-32-23 NE-32-32-23 NW-25-33-24 SE-20-33-23 NW-29-33-23 SW-31-33-23 SE-4-33-23SE-5-33-23 NW-24-33-24 SE-1-33-24 NW-26-33-23 SE-27-33-23 NW-30-33-23 SW-2-33-23 TROCHU ¯ Legend 1-Mile Buffer Communities Quarter Sections 0 1 20.5 Kilometers Page 128 of 196 MAP 8: ENVIRONMENTALLY SIGNIFICANT AREAS Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. Kneehill County Environmentally Significant Areas ¯ 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 ACME CARBON LINDEN THREE HILLS TROCHU 0 10 205 km Legend Campground Crown ESA level of Significance 1 (Very High) 2 (High) 3 (Moderate) 4 (Low) Page 129 of 196 MAP 9: HISTORICAL AREAS Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. Kneehill County Historical 2024 ACME CARBON LINDEN THREE HILLS TROCHU Legend 1 3 4 5 0 10 205 km ¯ Page 130 of 196 MAP 10: POTENTIAL GRAVEL & SAND DEPOSITS TWP 31 RNG 22TWP 31 RNG 24 TWP 31 RNG 23TWP 31 RNG 25 TWP 32 RNG 24 TWP 32 RNG 25 TWP 33 RNG 23 TWP 32 RNG 23 TWP 33 RNG 24 TWP 32 RNG 26 TWP 33 RNG 25 TWP 29 RNG 24 TWP 33 RNG 26 TWP 29 RNG 26 TWP 32 RNG 22 TWP 30 RNG 26 TWP 29 RNG 25 TWP 29 RNG 23 TWP 30 RNG 24 TWP 30 RNG 22 TWP 29 RNG 22 TWP 30 RNG 23 TWP 30 RNG 25 TWP 34 RNG 23 TWP 34 RNG 24 TWP 34 RNG 22 TWP 34 RNG 25 TWP 28 RNG 20 TWP 29 RNG 21 TWP 28 RNG 21 TWP 33 RNG 22 TWP 31 RNG 26 TWP 28 RNG 24 TWP 28 RNG 23 TWP 28 RNG 22 TWP 30 RNG 21 TWP 31 RNG 21 TWP 27 RNG 21 TWP 34 RNG 21 TWP 27 RNG 20 TWP 29 RNG 20 TO MORRIN TWP RD 340 TWP RD 334 TWP RD 332 TWP RD 330 TWP RD 324 TWP RD 322 TWP RD 320 TWP RD 314 TWP RD 310 TWP RD 304 TWP RD 302 TWP RD 300 TWP RD 292 TWP RD 290 TWP RD 284 TWP RD 282 TWP RD 280 RGE RD 210 RGE RD 211 TWP RD 280 RGE RD 222 RGE RD 215 RGE RD 214 RGE RD 250 RGE RD 245 RGE RD 244 RGE RD 242 RGE RD 235 RGE RD 234 RGE RD 231 RGE RD 230 RGE RD 224 TWP RD 284 RGE RD 265 RGE RD 264 RGE RD 262 RGE RD 255 RGE RD 253 RGE RD 252 RGE RD 270 TWP RD 292 TWP RD 300 TWP RD 302 TWP RD 304 TWP RD 310 TWP RD 314 TWP RD 320 TWP RD 322 TWP RD 332 TWP RD 334 TWP RD 340 TWP RD 344 TWP RD 342 RGE RD 240 RGE RD 234 RGE RD 233 RGE RD 232 RGE RD 231 RGE RD 230 RGE RD 225 RGE RD 224 RGE RD 223 RGE RD 222 RGE RD 221 RGE RD 220 RGE RD 215 RGE RD 214 TWP RD 342 TWP RD 344 TWP RD 350 RGE RD 264 RGE RD 263 RGE RD 261 RGE RD 252 RGE RD 251 RGE RD 250 RGE RD 245 RGE RD 244 RGE RD 243 RGE RD 242 RGE RD 241 RGE RD 240 RGE RD 263 RGE RD 254 RGE RD 261 RGE RD 251 RGE RD 243 RGE RD 241 RGE RD 233 RGE RD 225 RGE RD 223 RGE RD 221 RGE RD 220 RGE RD 212 RGE RD 213 RGE RD 205 TWP RD350 RGE RD 260 RGE RD 255 RGE RD 254 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 THREE HILLS ACME LINDEN CARBON TROCHU Potential Gravel and Sand Deposits 0 10 205 Kilometers Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County.©2022 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. Data was Obtained from the Alberta Geological Society. https://ags.aer.ca/publication/iam-002 Project Name : KC_0070 Legend Sand and Gravel Deposits Page 131 of 196 MAP 11: ROADS 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 THREE HILLS TROCHU ACME CARBON LINDEN Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. Kneehill County Roads ¯ 0 10 205 km Legend Primay Highway Secondary Highway Paved Gravel Dirt Page 132 of 196 MAP 12: OIL & GAS 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 ¯ 0 10 205 kmLegend Municipal Boundary Facilities Well Sites Crude Oil Fuel Gas LVP Products Natural Gas Sour Natural Gas Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. project name: KC:0151 Page 133 of 196 MAP 13: PARCEL DENSITY 806 583 582 587 805 836 806 837 585 841 838 836 836 806 575 575 21 9 21 21 27 27 9 ACME CARBON LINDEN THREE HILLS TROCHU Kneehill County makes no representations or warranties regarding the information contained in this document including, without limitation, whether said information is accurate or complete. Persons using this document do so solely at their own risk, and Kneehill County shall have no liability to such persons for any loss or damage whatsoever. This document shall not be copied or distributed to any person without the express written consent of Kneehill County. ©2024 Kneehill County. All rights reserved. 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Page 144 of 196 Page 145 of 196 www.kneehillcounty.com (403) 443-5541 planning.dept@kneehillcounty.com Page 146 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 1 of 2 Version: 2023-01 Subject: Horseshoe Canyon Interpretive Centre and Feasibility Study Meeting Date: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 Prepared By: Wendy Gerbrandt, Manager, Economic Development Presented By: Wendy Gerbrandt, Manager, Economic Development and Stephanie GGA and Associates 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 On the December 12, 2023 Council during the budget process, Council approved a budget of $110,000 to obtain third party services to conduct a feasibility study and concept design for an Interpretive Centre at Horseshoe Canyon. In March 2024, Administration successfully leveraged a grant from the Small Community Opportunity Fund for $32,000 and in September 2024 procured GGA and Associates to develop three concept designs and a feasibility study. On December 12, 2024, Council participated in a visioning session facilitated by GGA & Associates. The goal of the visioning session was to better understand Council’s vision for the site, which would inform the design and financial analysis of an interpretive center at Horseshoe Canyon. GGA led a discussion with Council on long-term goals, tourism, local culture and other key topics to help inform three conceptual outcomes and financial feasibility. The concept designs and financial feasibility will provide Council with the preliminary information to guide future direction and decision making of an Interpretive Centre at Horseshoe Canyon. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: GGA and Associates is here today to present to Council the “What We Heard” for review and provide feedback to Administration and GGA. This step is essential to ensure the report accurately reflects the insights and direction provided by Council during the December 12 visioning session. Upon completion of the discussion, the necessary amendments will be made and shared with the project team to pursue the next steps in developing the financial model and concept designs. Additionally, GGA will provide Council with a project status update, outlining progress to date what to expect in the upcoming phases, including an overview of what Council can expect from the three Concept designs and financial model. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: N/A Page 147 of 196 Committee of the Whole Discussion Report Page 2 of 2 Version: 2023-01 ATTACHMENTS: HSC What We Heard Report HSC What We Heard Report Presentation HSC Project Deliverables and Precedents Package RECOMMENDATION: That the Committee of the Whole recommend to Council to accept as information. APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 148 of 196 HORSESHOE CANYON WHAT WE HEARD REPORT February 4th, 2025 Page 149 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 03Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202502 TABLE OF CONTENTS 05INTRODUCTION 06PRESENTATION & DISCUSSION 12DOTMOCRACY 14SWOT ASSET MAPPING 16NEXT STEPS Activity 1 Activity 2 Page 150 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 05Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202504 INTRODUCTION As part of the first phase of the Feasibility Study and Conceptual Design for Horseshoe Canyon, GGA and Colliers facilitated a Visioning Workshop on December 12, 2024, with Council and Administration from Kneehill County. The project team prepared a presentation that gave an overview of the findings from the available reports and data for this exercise as well as precedents, project objectives and financial considerations. The Council engaged with the project team in thoughtful discussion, helping the team better understand the broader community and the overarching goals of developing Horseshoe Canyon. After breaking for lunch, GGA led the Council through two interactive activities. In the first activity, Council members voted on their preferred precedents through dotmocracy. The second activity was a SWOT Analysis of the current master plan for the site, which had Council collaboratively identify strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for future development and how this would impact visitors and locals. GGA has analyzed the feedback from this Visioning Workshop and presented the findings in the following What We Heard report. Page 151 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 07Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202506 PRESENTATION & DISCUSSION One goal of the Visioning Session was to better understand the Council’s vision for the site, which would inform the design and financial analysis of a facility at Horseshoe Canyon. Before reviewing design precedents, GGA led a discussion with the Council on long-term goals, tourism, local culture and other key topics that will help inform three conceptual options in the next project stage. The following themes arose during the discussion: • Sense of Community: Residents feel a deep connection to the area and are proud to live here. The community focuses on fostering belonging and engagement. • Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Locals are entrepreneurial and are willing to take risks on new opportunities across sectors like agriculture, energy and commerce to create growth. • Proximity to Urban Areas: While Kneehill County enjoys a quieter lifestyle, it is close to Calgary (the YYC Airport), Red Deer and Drumheller and has access to highways for convenient travel. • Unique Landscape: The County’s natural features, including canyons and valleys, are an asset that could be better utilized for tourism and business development. • Economic Stability: The region is financially stable and supported by diverse sectors (e.g., agriculture). Kneehill County residents show interest in sustainable growth, including supporting local tourism. • Funding and Sustainability: Concern about avoiding taxpayer burden while creating a sustainable facility that attracts visitors and supports the local economy. • Tourism and Community Integration: The goal is to make Horseshoe Canyon more than a stopover by encouraging visitors to spend more time and money in the area through spaces like a cafe, interpretive centre, gift shop and events centre, among others. • Infrastructure and Commercial Development: Emphasis on creating a functional and commercial space around the canyon, including potential partnerships for nearby businesses like campgrounds and gas stations. • Conservation and Architecture: Development must respect the landscape by ensuring buildings blend into the environment and support ecological preservation. • Community Involvement: Horseshoe Canyon should serve as a gathering space for the county’s southeast corner by offering recreational, educational and functional spaces for residents and tourists. • Year-Round Use: Support for operating the site year-round with winter activities like snowshoeing, winter camping and glamping, but there are cost and staffing concerns. • Sustainable Growth: There’s an interest in starting small and expanding as foot traffic grows with a focus on sustainable, phased development. • Third-Party Involvement: The County seeks external investors and developers to fund and operate certain facilities, such as glamping and/or an interpretive centre with cafe, to reduce reliance on taxpayer funding. • Community and Tourism Integration: Residents strongly desire and support year-round community gatherings and events. • Operational Concerns: Challenges around long-term maintenance, funding and staffing are acknowledged, but there is also a possibility of providing diverse revenue- generating activities. WHAT MAKES KNEEHILL COUNTY UNIQUE? SHOULD THE SITE OPERATE SEASONALLY OR YEAR-ROUND? WHAT ARE THE LONG-TERM GOALS FOR HORSESHOE CANYON? • Leveraging Nearby Attractions: The goal is to encourage visitors to spend multiple days visiting both Drumheller and Horseshoe Canyon while supporting other attractions within the County. • Revenue Generation: Creating business opportunities inside and outside the Canyon is essential for the area’s economic sustainability, with a focus on local revenue staying within the county. • Collaboration with Urban Areas: Collaboration with nearby urban centres could boost tourism without directly competing. • Business Ecosystem: There is a belief that “business feeds business,” meaning that one local business’s success can drive others’ success. • Revenue-Generating Ideas: Innovative ideas like the “Friends of Horseshoe Canyon” membership program and a pavilion that can generate income through diversifying revenue streams. • Economic Catalyst: The interpretive centre could drive economic development, focusing on ROI and community benefit. • Balance of Community and Education: The ideal center would combine community spaces, flexible event areas and educational programming about local heritage and natural history. • Local Engagement: Markets for local artisans, event spaces and retail spaces are ways to foster engagement and support local businesses. • Public and Private Collaboration: Emphasis on creating a space not solely dependent on municipal funding, with a preference for third-party investment and involvement in operating experiences. WHAT IS THE CONNECTION BETWEEN HORSESHOE CANYON AND TOURISM? WHAT WOULD AN INTERPRETIVE CENTRE MEAN TO YOU? OR A COMMUNITY CENTRE? Page 152 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 09Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202508 The overall themes throughout the discussion highlight a strategy that balances community needs with sustainable economic growth and tourism development, focusing on leveraging Horseshoe Canyon’s unique attributes. Following this, GGA presented similar facilities that provide services and experiences in three categories: community, interpretive and experience. Three precedents were prepared for each category to show what is possible with the Horseshoe Canyon site, depending on how much intervention the County would like to pursue. INTERPRETIVE EXPERIENCE COMMUNITY Education FocusedInteractive ExhibitsGuided Tours and ProgramsResearch and Conservation Multi-purpose Space Recreational Programs Social Services Civic Engagement Adventure & Activities Relaxation & Fun Landmark Exploration Immersive Engagement Diagram: Where Would You Position Horseshoe Canyon on this Diagram? * Writing In Stone Visitor Centre Aden, AB Fish Creek Park Calgary, AB Grand Canyon Arizona, USA Frankslide Visitor Centre Crowsnest, AB Granary Road Learning Park Foothills County, AB Golden Skybridge Golden, BC Glacier Discovery Centre Jasper, AB Palais De Tichka Morocco Malahat Sky-walk Malahat, BC Diagram: Eco-Tourism Precedents Page 153 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 11Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202510 Following this, Colliers presented a financial model on how activities offered to visitors and residents support development on this site. For example, a development with high intervention and more interactive activities could potentially draw in more visitors, which would create higher revenue. In the next stage, Colliers can provide more detailed financial forecasting for the three concept designs to help Council make an informed decision. Diagram: How Are Facilities Supported Financially? $$$ $$ $ Funding Source: Mainly municipal funding and community efforts. Features: Minimal infrastructure, like picnic areas, signage, and basic trails, supporting a conservation-focused vision. Operations: Modest revenue, mainly from parking or small services. Low ongoing costs, preserving the site’s natural appeal. Funding Source: Moderate grants, local business partnerships, and community fundraising. Features: Essential amenities like interpretive exhibits, event spaces, and marked trails, balancing usability and cost. Operations: Streamlined operations, often supported by volunteers or seasonal staff for cost-efficiency. Funding Source: Federal/provincial grants, private sponsorships, and commercial operators. Features: Interpretive centers, adventure tourism (e.g., glamping, zip lines), and premium event spaces, making the site a regional destination. Operations: Relies on a strong visitor base, marketing, and skilled staff to cover costs and ensure steady revenue. Phased Approach: Starting with low intervention features and scaling up over time allows Kneehill County to test ideas, adapt based on feedback, and manage financial risks while pursuing long-term goals. Page 154 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 13Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202512 DOTMOCRACY Council members reviewed a set of precedents displayed on the back wall of the Council Chambers, categorized into three groups: Community, Interpretive and Experience. Each member used four stickers to vote on the images that best aligned with their vision for the project. This was followed by a group discussion to add further commentary to these selections. Members from GGA wrote discussion points on sticky notes and placed them on the corresponding images. Activity 1 Engagement during Dotmocracy Activity Curated Imagery of Council Selections from Dotmocracy Activity GGA will determine the appropriate square footage based on this occupancy goals and develop the programming to suit the space’s capacity. The design should be functional and offer multi-purpose areas that accommodate various activities, like private areas that can function as boardrooms and more public spaces for events, exhibitions and other community activities. Several themes emerged during the discussion that will help shape the project. A strong emphasis was placed on flexibility since the space should be able to serve a variety of purposes and cater to different groups. The design should also connect to the natural environment to blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Council members favored a design with minimal environmental intervention, preferring natural elements over excessive construction. In addition, the building should reflect the unique identity of Kneehill County with a focus on local businesses, agriculture and history. There was also a suggestion to include food services, such as a cafe, within the space to enhance the visitor experience. In addition, Council liked the idea of having a phased project to accommodate the project budget as well as expand based on community need. OCCUPANCY AND SPACE CONSIDERATIONS OCCUPANCY AND SPACE CONSIDERATIONS Page 155 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 15Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202514 SWOT ASSET MAPPING In this activity, Council members collaboratively identified the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (“SWOT”) associated with the current master plan. Using colored dots, members marked areas on a map corresponding to each category while members from GGA recorded their reasoning based on the project’s vision and goals. Activity 2 STRENGTHS WEAKNESSES OPPORTUNITIES THREATS 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 4 5 6 1 5 Highway #9: Provides key accessibility and is an important transportation route. Adjacent Campground: A significant asset for attracting visitors. Valued Competition: Sufficient traffic to support healthy competition between businesses. Resident Proximity: Close enough for residents to benefit from increased visitor activity. Nature Conservancy of Canada (“NCC”): Ensures the area remains authentic to its natural and cultural heritage. Established Area: Existing infrastructure makes reconstruction and redesign challenging. NCC Development Land: Potential for future growth and sustainable development. Erosion Issues: Current erosion affects the Canyon and its access point, potentially limiting the vision for future development. Educational Potential: Opportunity to preserve untouched land for educational programs, particularly agriculture. Parking Challenges: Parking occupies valuable space and can be inconvenient, with some areas far from buildings. Strategic Building: Potential for expansion across the road near the campground. Covenant Restrictions: Limits development flexibility while still respecting preservation goals. Relocated Parking Lot: Reclaim parking space for building, programming and visitor experiences. Market Pavilion Area: Strong access, with potential for events, activities and new developments Third-party Investors: Various programs can be invested in, managed, and maintained by third parties, contributing to economic growth in the area with minimal maintenance required from Kneehill County. Highway #9: While a strength, it could also lead to challenges like traffic congestion and over development risks. HORSESHOE CANYON MASTER PLAN 11 ,MOMRK 8VEMPW -RXIVTVIXMZI ,MOMRK 8IRX'EQTMRK 'SQJSVX'EQTMRK'ER]SR %GGIWW 7TIGMEP )ZIRX ,SWXMRK 4EVOMRK(E] 9WI :MI[MRK %VIE 'ER]SR'VSWWMRK 7O][EPO 2EXYVI'SRWIVZERG]SJ 'EREHE4VSTIVX] /RIILMPP'SYRX] 4VSTIVX] µP 0IKIRH )EWIQIRX 4VSTSWIH 1EVOIX 4EZMPMSR Site Plan Overview Figure 2 1 1 1 2 2 2 3 3 3 4 4 6 6 6 5 1 5 • NCC’s Vision: Emphasis on preserving the area’s natural, uninterrupted landscape. • Desire for NCC Landscape: Strong support for maintaining the natural landscape managed by NCC. • Friends of NCC: Well-connected group that can assist in decision-making and negotiations. • Education Component: Potential for a museum or programs focusing on themes like oil/gas. • Architecture: Consideration of designs that integrate indoor and outdoor spaces or allow flexibility in how spaces are used. OTHER CONSIDERATIONS Page 156 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 17Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 01.14.202516 NEXT STEPS With the information gathered from this Visioning Workshop and our analysis of the existing master plan, traffic volumes and other data, we will complete the Discovery Report and develop conceptual options for the Interpretive Centre. A high-level capital cost analysis will support the creation of preferred development options. We will also provide a comprehensive design document laying the groundwork for the feasibility study. As we move into ‘Phase 2: Envision’ key tasks include creating base drawings for existing and potential development sites, analyzing infrastructure and servicing strategies as well as validating functional programs through further stakeholder engagement. We will also develop study models, plans, and renderings to present different development options. The roadmap/timeline on the following pages offer an overview of past, present, and future tasks related to the Horseshoe Canyon project and GGA’s collaborative work with Kneehill County. DISCOVERY VALIDATE ENVISION 1. Review previously completed documentation 2. Understand project objectives from Kneehill County 3. Record and document discussion from visioning session into a What We Heard Document 4. Use this information to develop a functional program (list of spaces and areas) in the following phase. Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 1. Develop three versions of a functional program based on What We Heard feedback 2. Understand high-level construction costs for each option 3. Create financial model for each option 4. Provide SWOT analysis for each option 5. Present to council and identify preferred option 1. Finalize data review and costing modeling 2. Develop conceptual plans and conceptual renderings 3. Preparation of final feasibility study 4. Review with Kneehill County 5. Engage with community as directed 6. Submission of Final Feasibility Study Page 157 of 196 APR. 15 COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETING Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.2025 19Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report / 02.04.202518 NOV.DEC.JAN.FEB.MAR.APR. 20252024 1. Review Background Information 2. Analyze Site Conditions and Data 3. Visioning Session 4. What We Heard Report (Phase 1 Document) 5. Report Presentation at Kneehill County NOV. 4, 2024 - JAN 15, 2025 WE ARE HERE DISCOVERY 1. Data Review and Costing Modeling 2. Analysis of Funding Strategy 3. Preperation of Final Feasibility Study 4. Review by Kneehill County 5. Submission of Final Feasibility Study 6. Committe of The Whole Meeting FEB. 24 - MAR. 24, 2024VALIDATE 1. Develop Base Drawings 2. Develop Functional Program 3. Develop Three Conceptual Options 4. Presentation of Development Scenerios 5. SWOT Analysis on Concept Options to Develop Preferred Option(s) 6. Develop Financial Model WE ARE HERE ENVISION JAN. 9 - MAR. 21, 2025 Page 158 of 196 403.233.2000350, 140 10th Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2G 0R1 info@gga-arch.com www.gga-arch.com GET IN TOUCH. Page 159 of 196 WHAT WE HEARD REPORT PRESENTATION EDITION HORSESHOE CANYON 02.04.2025 Page 160 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202502 TABLE OF CONTENTS 01 INTRODUCTION 02 PRESENTATION & DISCUSSION 03 DOTMOCRACY 04 SWOT ASSET MAPPING 05 NEXT STEPS Activity 1 Activity 2 Page 161 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202503 As part of the first phase of the Feasibility Study and Conceptual Design for Horseshoe Canyon, GGA and Colliers facilitated a Visioning Workshop on December 12, 2024, with Council and Administration from Kneehill County. The project team prepared a presentation that provided an overview of findings from available reports and data, as well as precedents, project objectives, and financial considerations. Council engaged with the project team in thoughtful discussion, helping to better understand the broader community and the overarching goals of developing Horseshoe Canyon. After lunch, GGA led Council through two interactive activities: • Dotmocracy: Council members voted on their preferred precedents. • SWOT Analysis: Council collaboratively identified strengths, weaknesses, opportunities, and threats for future development and its impact on visitors and locals. GGA has analyzed the feedback from the Visioning Workshop and presented the findings in the "What We Heard" report. INTRODUCTION Page 162 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202504 One goal of the Visioning Session was to better understand the Council’s vision for the site, which would inform the design and financial analysis of a facility at Horseshoe Canyon. Before reviewing design precedents, GGA led a discussion with the Council on long-term goals, tourism, local culture and other key topics that will help inform three conceptual options in the next project stage. PRESENTATION & DISCUSSION Page 163 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202505 • Sense of Community: Residents feel a deep connection to the area and are proud to live here. The community focuses on fostering belonging and engagement. • Entrepreneurship and Innovation: Locals are entrepreneurial and are willing to take risks on new opportunities across sectors like agriculture, energy and commerce to create growth. • Proximity to Urban Areas: While Kneehill County enjoys a quieter lifestyle, it is close to Calgary (the YYC Airport), Red Deer and Drumheller and has access to highways for convenient travel. • Unique Landscape: The County’s natural features, including canyons and valleys, are an asset that could be better utilized for tourism and business development. • Economic Stability: The region is financially stable and supported by diverse sectors (e.g., agriculture). Kneehill County residents show interest in sustainable growth, including supporting local tourism. WHAT MAKES KNEEHILL COUNTY UNIQUE? Page 164 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202506 • Funding and Sustainability: Concern about avoiding taxpayer burden while creating a sustainable facility that attracts visitors and supports the local economy. • Tourism and Community Integration: The goal is to make Horseshoe Canyon more than a stopover by encouraging visitors to spend more time and money in the area through spaces like a cafe, interpretive centre, gift shop and events centre, among others. • Infrastructure and Commercial Development: Emphasis on creating a functional and commercial space around the canyon, including potential partnerships for nearby businesses like campgrounds and gas stations. • Conservation and Architecture: Development must respect the landscape by ensuring buildings blend into the environment and support ecological preservation. • Community Involvement: Horseshoe Canyon should serve as a gathering space for the county’s southeast corner by offering recreational, educational and functional spaces for residents and tourists. WHAT ARE THE LONG-TERM GOALS FOR HORSESHOE CANYON? Page 165 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202507 • Year-Round Use: Support for operating the site year-round with winter activities like snowshoeing, winter camping and glamping, but there are cost and staffing concerns. • Sustainable Growth: There’s an interest in starting small and expanding as foot traffic grows with a focus on sustainable, phased development. • Third-Party Involvement: The County seeks external investors and developers to fund and operate certain facilities, such as glamping and/or an interpretive centre with cafe, to reduce reliance on taxpayer funding. • Community and Tourism Integration: Residents strongly desire and support year-round community gatherings and events. • Operational Concerns: Challenges around long-term maintenance, funding and staffing are acknowledged, but there is also a possibility of providing diverse revenue-generating activities. SHOULD THE SITE OPERATE SEASONALLY OR YEAR-ROUND? Page 166 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202508 WHAT IS THE CONNECTION BETWEEN HORSESHOE CANYON AND TOURISM? • Leveraging Nearby Attractions: The goal is to encourage visitors to spend multiple days visiting both Drumheller and Horseshoe Canyon while supporting other attractions within the County. • Revenue Generation: Creating business opportunities inside and outside the Canyon is essential for the area’s economic sustainability, with a focus on local revenue staying within the county. • Collaboration with Urban Areas: Collaboration with nearby urban centres could boost tourism without directly competing. • Business Ecosystem: There is a belief that “business feeds business,” meaning that one local business’s success can drive others’ success. • Revenue-Generating Ideas: Innovative ideas like the “Friends of Horseshoe Canyon” membership program and a pavilion that can generate income through diversifying revenue streams. Page 167 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202509 WHAT WOULD AN INTERPRETIVE CENTRE MEAN TO YOU? OR A COMMUNITY CENTRE? • Economic Catalyst: The interpretive centre could drive economic development, focusing on ROI and community benefit. • Balance of Community and Education: The ideal center would combine community spaces, flexible event areas and educational programming about local heritage and natural history. • Local Engagement: Markets for local artisans, event spaces and retail spaces are ways to foster engagement and support local businesses. • Public and Private Collaboration: Emphasis on creating a space not solely dependent on municipal funding, with a preference for third-party investment and involvement in operating experiences. Page 168 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202510 OVERALL THEMES The overall themes throughout the discussion highlight a strategy that... "balances community needs with sustainable economic growth and tourism development, focusing on leveraging Horseshoe Canyon’s unique attributes." Following this, GGA presented similar facilities that provide services and experiences in three categories: community, interpretive and experience. Three precedents were prepared for each category to show what is possible with the Horseshoe Canyon site, depending on how much intervention the County would like to pursue. community needs sustainable economic growth tourism development leverage Canyon's unique attributes Page 169 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202511 INTERPRETIVE COMMUNITY EXPERIENCE Writing In Stone Visitor Centre Aden, AB Frankslide Visitor Centre Crowsnest, AB Glacier Discovery Centre Jasper, AB Fish Creek Park Calgary, AB Granary Road Learning Park Foothills County, AB Palais De Tichka Morocco Golden Skybridge Golden, BC Malahat Sky-walk Malahat, BCGrand Canyon Arizona, USA Page 170 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202512 FINANCIAL MODEL Following this, Colliers presented a financial model on how activities offered to visitors and residents support development on this site. For example, a development with high intervention and more interactive activities could potentially draw in more visitors, which would create higher revenue. In the next stage, Colliers can provide more detailed financial forecasting for the three concept designs to help Council make an informed decision. i.e high intervention i.e interactive activities + = more visitors HIGHER REVENUE $$$ Page 171 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202513 HOW ARE FACILITIES SUPPORTED FINANCIALLY? $$$ $$ $ FUNDING SOURCES FEATURES AND EXAMPLES OPERATIONAL CONSIDERATIONS Mainly municipal funding and community efforts. Moderate grants, local business partnerships, and community fundraising. Federal/provincial grants, private sponsorships, and commercial operators. PHASED APPROACH: Starting with low intervention features and scaling up over time allows Kneehill County to test ideas, adapt based on feedback, and manage financial risks while pursuing long-term goals. Minimal infrastructure, like picnic areas, signage, and basic trails, supporting a conservation-focused vision. Essential amenities like interpretive exhibits, event spaces, and marked trails, balancing usability and cost. Interpretive centers, adventure tourism (e.g., glamping, zip lines), and premium event spaces, making the site a regional destination. Modest revenue, mainly from parking or small services. Low ongoing costs, preserving the site’s natural appeal. Streamlined operations, often supported by volunteers or seasonal staff for cost-efficiency. Relies on a strong visitor base, marketing, and skilled staff to cover costs and ensure steady revenue. Page 172 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202514 Council members reviewed a set of precedents displayed on the back wall of the Council Chambers, categorized into three groups: Community, Interpretive and Experience. Each member used four stickers to vote on the images that best aligned with their vision for the project. This was followed by a group discussion to add further commentary to these selections. Members from GGA wrote discussion points on sticky notes and placed them on the corresponding images. DOTMOCRACY Activity 1 Page 173 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202515 Curated Imagery of Council Selections from Dotmocracy Activity Page 174 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202516 KEY TAKEAWAYS The design should connect with the natural environment and blend seamlessly with the surrounding landscape. Council prefers a design with minimal environmental intervention, favoring natural elements over excessive construction. The space should be able to serve a variety of purposes and cater to different groups. Including a cafe or food services to enhance the visitor experience. A phased approach to the project, allowing for budget management and future expansion based on community needs. The building should reflect Kneehill County’s unique identity, with a focus on local businesses, agriculture, and history. NATURAL ENVIRONMENT MINIMAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTFLEXIBILITY FOOD SERVICES PHASED DEVELOPMENTLOCAL IDENTITY Page 175 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202517 SWOT ASSET MAPPING STRENGTHS OPPORTUNITIES WEAKNESSES THREATS In this activity, Council members collaboratively identified the strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats (“SWOT”) associated with the current master plan. Using colored dots, members marked areas on a map corresponding to each category while members from GGA recorded their reasoning based on the project’s vision and goals. Activity 2 Page 176 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202518 HORSESHOE CANYON MASTER PLAN 11 ,MOMRK 8VEMPW -RXIVTVIXMZI ,MOMRK 8IRX'EQTMRK 'SQJSVX'EQTMRK'ER]SR %GGIWW 7TIGMEP )ZIRX ,SWXMRK 4EVOMRK(E] 9WI :MI[MRK %VIE 'ER]SR'VSWWMRK 7O][EPO 2EXYVI'SRWIVZERG]SJ 'EREHE4VSTIVX] /RIILMPP'SYRX] 4VSTIVX] µP 0IKIRH )EWIQIRX 4VSTSWIH 1EVOIX 4EZMPMSR Site Plan Overview Figure 2 STRENGTHS WEAKNESSES OPPORTUNITIES THREATS 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 3 3 3 3 4 4 4 4 4 5 6 6 6 6 5 1 1 5 5 Highway #9: Provides key accessibility and is an important transportation route. Adjacent Campground: A significant asset for attracting visitors. Valued Competition: Sufficient traffic to support healthy competition between businesses. Resident Proximity: Close enough for residents to benefit from increased visitor activity. Nature Conservancy of Canada (“NCC”): Ensures the area remains authentic to its natural and cultural heritage. Established Area: Existing infrastructure makes reconstruction and redesign challenging. NCC Development Land: Potential for future growth and sustainable development. Erosion Issues: Current erosion affects the Canyon and its access point, potentially limiting the vision for future development. Educational Potential: Opportunity to preserve untouched land for educational programs, particularly agriculture. Parking Challenges: Parking occupies valuable space and can be inconvenient, with some areas far from buildings. Strategic Building: Potential for expansion across the road near the campground. Covenant Restrictions: Limits development flexibility while still respecting preservation goals. Relocated Parking Lot: Reclaim parking space for building, programming and visitor experiences. Market Pavilion Area: Strong access, with potential for events, activities and new developments Third-party Investors: Various programs can be invested in, managed, and maintained by third parties, contributing to economic growth in the area with minimal maintenance required from Kneehill County. Highway #9: While a strength, it could also lead to challenges like traffic congestion and over development risks. Page 177 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202519 • NCC’s Vision: Emphasis on preserving the area’s natural, uninterrupted landscape. • Desire for NCC Landscape: Strong support for maintaining the natural landscape managed by NCC. • Friends of NCC: Well-connected group that can assist in decision-making and negotiations. • Education Component: Potential for a museum or programs focusing on themes like oil/gas. • Architecture: Consideration of designs that integrate indoor and outdoor spaces or allow flexibility in how spaces are used. OTHER considerations Page 178 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202520 GGA will determine the appropriate square footage based on this occupancy goals and develop the programming to suit the space’s capacity. The design should be functional and offer multi-purpose areas that accommodate various activities, like private areas that can function as boardrooms and more public spaces for events, exhibitions and other community activities. NEXT PHASE OCCUPANCY = 150 CONCEPT 1 OCCUPANCY = 300 CONCEPT 2 OCCUPANCY = 500 CONCEPT 3 FEASIBILITY REPORT Page 179 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202521 • Gather information from the Visioning Workshop and analyze the existing master plan, traffic volumes, and other relevant data. • Develop a capital cost analysis to support the creation of preferred development options. • Provide a comprehensive design document to lay the groundwork for the feasibility study. NEXT STEPS Page 180 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202522 DISCOVERY ENVISION VALIDATE 1. Review previously completed documentation 2. Understand project objectives from Kneehill County 3. Record and document discussion from visioning session into a What We Heard Document 4. Use this information to develop a functional program (list of spaces and areas) in the following phase 1. Develop three versions of a functional program based on What We Heard feedback 2. Understand high-level construction costs for each option 3. Create financial model for each option 4. Provide SWOT analysis for each option 5. Present to council and identify preferred option 1. Finalize data review and costing modeling 2. Develop conceptual plans and conceptual renderings 3. Preparation of final feasibility study 4. Review with Kneehill County 5. Engage with community as directed 6. Submission of Final Feasibility Study Phase 1 Phase 2 Phase 3 Page 181 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / What We Heard Report | Presentation Edition / 02.04 .202523 NOV.DEC.JAN.FEB.MAR.APR. 20252024 1. Review Background Information 2. Analyze Site Conditions and Data 3. Visioning Session 4. What We Heard Report (Phase 1 Document) 5. Report Presentation at Kneehill County NOV. 4, 2024 - JAN 15, 2025 WE ARE HERE DISCOVERY 1. Data Review and Costing Modeling 2. Analysis of Funding Strategy 3. Preparation of Final Feasibility Study 4. Review by Kneehill County 5. Submission of Final Feasibility Study 6. Committee of The Whole Meeting FEB. 24 - MAR. 24, 2024VALIDATE 1. Develop Base Drawings 2. Develop Functional Program 3. Develop Three Conceptual Options 4. Presentation of Development Scenerios 5. SWOT Analysis on Concept Options to Develop Preferred Option(s) 6. Develop Financial Model WE ARE HERE ENVISION JAN. 9 - MAR. 21, 2025 Page 182 of 196 403.233.2000350, 140 10th Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2G 0R1 info@gga-arch.com www.gga-arch.com GET IN TOUCH. Page 183 of 196 PROJECT DELIVERABLES & PRECEDENTS 01.27.2025 HORSESHOE CANYON Page 184 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202502 PROJECT DELIVERABLES 1. Develop base drawings for any existing and potential development sites. • Site Context/Site Analysis • Site Bylaw Study 2. Develop a Functional Program • Development of three options with Scale Relationship and Program Diagrams at various levels of complexity and costs. 3. Develop study models, diagrammatic imagery, plans and renderings for each of the three options. 4. Presentation of Test fits and Developement Scenarios. Page 185 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202503 SITE CONTEXT A site context analysis will be conducted to assess factors such as surrounding infrastructure, existing conditions, environmental factors and more. These studies will help to define the needs of the project and guide the design and layout of the site plan. Examples of Site Context Diagrams • Existing City/Town Context • Existing Infrastructure on Site • Activity Infrastructure • Social and Cultural Infrastructure • Transportation Networks • Other Iron Horse Park Muriel Clayton Middle School Nose Creek Regional Park AE Bowers Elementary School No s e C r e e k SITE Elk Hill Park Ashwood Green Park Jensen Park Elizabeth Way Park Plainsmen Arena Ron Ebbesen Arena Genesis Place ACTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE Trans-Canada Trail Pedestrian/Bike Pathways Recreation Facilities I.E CONTEXT MAP HIGHLIGHTING ACTIVITY INFRASTRUCTURE SURROUNDING SITE Page 186 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202504 SITE ANALYSIS I.E SITE ANALYSIS DIAGRAM OVERVIEW A site analysis will be conducted to evaluate these elements, identifying the needs of the project and informing the design and layout of the site plan. This process ensures the development is well integrated with its surroundings and responds to key site conditions. Examples of Site Analysis Diagrams • Existing Conditions • Public Realm/Greenspaces • Active Frontage Areas • Pathway Connections • Sun Analysis • Wind Analysis • Site Topography • Restrictive Covenant • Other MAIN S T R E E T N RIDG E G A T E W A Y Nose C r e e k DEC 21 WINTER SUN PATH SUMMER SUN PATH JUNE 21 Active frontage Green buffer Downtown gateway Site node Site connections and pathways 1:100 flood zone Mountain views Sound from tracks A B C D E F G H Page 187 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202505 PROGRAM 35 m2 35 m2 35 m2 35 m2 13 m2 13 m2 13 m2 13 m2 25 m2 8 m2 8 m2 8 m2 8 m2 8 m2 8 m2 8 m2 111 m2 70 m2 33 m2 46 m2 8 m2 8 m2 8 m2 13 m2 13 m2 150 m2 37 m2 37 m2 25 m2 20 m2 90 m2 90 m2 20 m2 20 m2 111 m2 80 m2 80 m2 20 m2 20 m2 20 m2 150 m2 15 m2 15 m2 15 m2 15 m2 15 m2 15 m2 15 m2 15 m2 25 m2 25 m2 30 m2 30 m2 30 m2 30 m215 m2 70 m2 176 m2 Lifelong Learning +/- 580 square metres Arts Development +/- 490 square metres Shared Community Resources +/- 650 square metres Enhanced Atrium +/- 840 square metres Medium Classrooms Small Classrooms Washrooms Offices Circulation/ Common Area Breakout Collaboration/ Creative Area Open Office/ Work Area Boardroom Reception/ IT Storage Staff Kitchen Small Meeting Room Performance Space 160 Standing; 100 theatre; 72 banquet Video Production Rooms Green Room Control Booth Studio Spaces Studio Storage Open Shared Workspace Medium Multipurpose Rooms Multipurpose Storage Large Multipurpose Room 90 Auditorium’ 70 Classroom Flex Offices Small Meeting Rooms Original Atrium Retail Pop-Up Pods (Artisan/ Creative Industry) Visitor Information Cafe/ Bistro Exhibition Space Open Expanded Space The program will be developed using insights from the "What We Heard" Report along with detailed program research. It will be organized into key categories, with each broader component further broken down to outline individual rooms, their relative sizes, and the overall areas required for the project. Examples of Program Diagrams: 1. Scaled Relationships • Diagram showcasing program adjacencies. 2. Program Categories • i.e Services, Exhibits, Admin... 3. Room/Space List • i.e Cafe, Offices, Theatre... 4. Program Areas • Cafe = 30sqm I.E AREA BREAKDOWN BASED ON PROGRAM CATEGORIES Page 188 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202506 GGA to complete three concept design options for Horseshoe Canyon: • Sketches/Study Models: Initial visual representations to explore design ideas. • Site Test-fits: Scaled programming overlaid and developed in relation to site conditions. Configurations developed to inform floor plans. • Concept Floor Plans: Three options will be developed to optimize layout, circulation, and functionality. • Section Diagrams: Cross-section studies to understand program relationships, considering site conditions such as light, wind, frontages, etc. • Concept Renders: Preliminary massing, material studies, and the overall feel of the potential building. ENRTY FORECOURT ENTRY FORECOURT MAIN LEVEL 1:500 CUST. SERV. STAIR LIBRARY ENTRY SCHOOL AGE COLLECTION ARRIVAL PROGRAM ROOM CASUAL + GROUP SEAT READING NOOK W/C MAKER- SPACE STOR MATERIALS HANDLING SHIPPING/ RECIEVING STOR PARKADE ACCESS MECH SERV. ELEV. ARRIVAL PRE-SCHOOL COLLECTION FIRESIDE LOUNGE READING NOOK LITERACY LEARNING & PLAY OPEN PROGRAM CAFE/ BISTRO GALLERY ENTRY ENTRY STAIR ATRIUM READING GARDEN OUTDOOR PROGRAM PLAY AREA PARKING PLAZA UP UP UP PERFORMING ARTS EXHIBITION SPACE ENTRY CAFE/ BISTRO PROGRAM ROOM PROGRAM WORK AREA COMMUNITY LIVING ROOM W/C SCHOOL AGE COLLECTION PRE-SCHOOL COLLECTION READING NOOK LITERACY LEARNING MAKER- SPACE/PODS ARRIVAL PARKING STORES MAIN LEVEL 1:500 READING GARDEN OUTDOOR PROGRAM PLAY AREA MATERIALS HANDLING LARGE MPR OPEN WORK SPACE MEDIUM MPR MEDIUM MPR MEET RM. MEET RM. FLEX OFFICES OFFICE ARRIVAL OPEN PROGRAM STUDIOSTUDIO VIDEO PROD. VIDEO PROD. STORAGE CORE POP-UP MARKET POCKET PLAZA PARKADE AND LOADING ENTRANCE CONCEPT DESIGN I.E TWO DEVELOPED DESIGN CONCEPTS Page 189 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202507 DN UP DN PERFORMING ARTS EXHIBITION SPACE ENTRY CAFE/ BISTRO PROGRAM ROOM PROGRAM WORK AREA COMMUNITY LIVING ROOM W/C SCHOOL AGE COLLECTION PRE-SCHOOL COLLECTION PROGRAM NOOK LITERACY PLAY MAKER- SPACE/PODS STORAGE MAIN LEVEL 1:500 MATERIALS HANDLING LARGE MPR OPEN WORK SPACE MEDIUM MPR MEET RM. MEET RM. FL E X OF F I C E S OFFICE ARRIVAL OPEN PROGRAM STUDIO STUDIO VIDEO PROD. VIDEO PROD. ST O R A G E CORE POP-UP MARKET POCKET PLAZA PARKADE AND LOADING ENTRANCE MEDIUM MPR FL E X OF F I C E S VISITOR INFO ACCESS FORECOURT PERFORMANCE PLAZA ARRIVALCASUAL SEATING PROGRAM AREA LEARNING GARDEN COMMUNITY LIVING ROOM ENTRANCE AND LARGE PROGRAM ROOM PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN’S AREA SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN’S AREA YOUNG ADULT’S AREA ADULT’S AREA MAKERSPACE QUIET STUDY ROOM STAFF WORKPLACE BACK OF HOUSE FUNCTIONS ATRIUM SHARED COMMUNITY RESOURCES ARTS PROGRAM GREEN SPACE LIFELONG LEARNING (BVC) LIBRARY PROGRAM MULTI-USE PROGRAM CONCEPT FLOOR PLAN 01 Page 190 of 196 UP DN DN ENTRY CAFE/ BISTROPROGRAM ROOM PROGRAM WORK AREA COMMUNITY LIVING ROOM W/C PRE-SCHOOL COLLECTIONPROGRAM NOOK PLAY LITERACY MAKER- SPACE/ PODS ARRIVAL AND STORAGE IT MATERIALS HANDLING LARGE MPR OPEN WORK SPACE MEDIUM MPR MEDIUM MPR MEET RM.MEET RM. FLEX OFFICES FLEX OFFICES VISITOR INFO STORAGE CORE EXHIBITION SPACE POP-UP MARKET PERFORMANCE OFFICE ARRIVAL POCKET PLAZA PARKADE AND LOADING ENTRANCE ACCESS FORECOURT PERFORMANCE PLAZA PROGRAM AREA LEARNING GARDEN OPEN PROGRAM CASUAL SEATING/ GROUP TABLE SCHOOL AGE COLLECTION MAIN LEVEL 1:500 COMMUNITY LIVING ROOM ENTRANCE AND LARGE PROGRAM ROOM PRE-SCHOOL CHILDREN’S AREA SCHOOL AGE CHILDREN’S AREA YOUNG ADULT’S AREA ADULT’S AREA MAKERSPACE QUIET STUDY ROOM STAFF WORKPLACE BACK OF HOUSE FUNCTIONS ATRIUM SHARED COMMUNITY RESOURCES ARTS PROGRAM GREEN SPACE LIFELONG LEARNING (BVC) LIBRARY PROGRAM MULTI-USE PROGRAM Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202508 CONCEPT FLOOR PLAN 02 Page 191 of 196 LIFELONG LEARNING SHARED COMMUNITY RESOURCESATRIUM ATRIUM STAFF WORKSPACE LIBRARY ENTRYCOMMUNITY LIVING ROOM ADULT COLLECTION PRE-SCHOOL\ SCHOOL AGE COLLECTION PERFORMANCE SPACE SOCIAL STAIR FORECOURT PERFORMANCE PLAZA A A’ A A’ PROGRAM ROOM NO S E C R E E K MA I N S T R E E T ATRIUM PRE-SCHOOL SCHOOL AGE COLLECTION MULTIPURPOSE ROOM PARKING B B’ MAKER SPACE C C’ LIFELONG LEARNING SHARED COMMUNITY RESOURCES STUDIOS ATRIUM MEETING ROOM LIBRARY ENTRY POCKET PLAZA OFFICE B B’ ADULT COLLECTION SMALL GROUP ROOMS YOUTH COLLECTION C C’ STAFF AMENITIES STORAGE PR O P E R T Y L I N E SE T B A C K SE T B A C K PR O P E R T Y L I N E SE T B A C K LOADING DROP-OFF UNDERGROUND PARKADE UNDERGROUND PARKADE UNDERGROUND PARKADE PARKADE RAMP EL E V A T O R EL E V A T O R East Light West Light North LightNorth Light South Light Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202509 SECTION DIAGRAM Page 192 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202510 CONCEPT RENDER: MASS STUDY Page 193 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202511 CONCEPT RENDER: MATERIAL STUDY Page 194 of 196 Horseshoe Canyon / Project Deliverables and Precedents / 01.27.202512 CONCEPT RENDER: SITE OVERVIEW Page 195 of 196 403.233.2000350, 140 10th Avenue SE Calgary, AB T2G 0R1 info@gga-arch.com www.gga-arch.com GET IN TOUCH. 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