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HomeMy WebLinkAboutPost-Meeting Agenda Package - CM_May13_2025COUNCIL MEETING POST-MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, May 13, 2025, 8:30 a.m. 1600 2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 https://www.youtube.com/@kneehillcounty48 Pages 1.Call Meeting to Order 1.1 Agenda 1.1.1 Additions to the Agenda 1.1.2 Adoption of the Agenda 2.Approval of Minutes 2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of April 22, 2025 3 3.Appointments 3.1 Bylaw 1916 - Road Closure – Undeveloped Road Allowance Adjacent Plan 4910S Block W 10 Time: 10:00 a.m. 3.2 Bylaw 1917 Redesignation – Agriculture District to Light Industrial District 15 Time: 11:00 a.m. 4.Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment 4.1 Policy 13-18 - Land Agreements 24 4.2 Policy 13-38 - Brush and Tree Control Road Allowances 33 5.Community Services 5.1 Planning No Report 5.2 Agricultural Service Board & Parks No Report 5.3 Protective Services No Report 5.4 Economic Development No Report 6.Corporate Services No Report 7.Legislative Services 7.1 Drumheller Lions Request 40 7.2 2025 Parade Season 44 7.3 Trochu Housing Corporation Agreement May 2025 46 7.4 Trochu Housing Corporation Annual Golf Classic Request 55 8.Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business 9.Council and Committee Reports 60 9.1 Trochu Housing Corporation 10.Council Follow-Up Action List 61 11.Closed Session 12.Motions from Closed Session 13.Adjourn Page 2 of 63 __________Initials 1 Kneehill County Regular Meeting of Council Minutes April 22, 2025, 8:30 a.m. 1600 2nd Street NE Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0 Council Present: Faye McGhee, Deputy Reeve Debbie Penner, Councillor Jerry Wittstock, Councillor (Left at 11:30 a.m.) Laura Lee Machell-Cunningham, Councillor Wade Christie, Councillor Kenneth King, Reeve Council Absent: Carrie Fobes, Councillor Staff Present: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure Theresa Cochran, Director of Corporate Services Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning and Development Marika Von Mirbach, Manager of Financial Planning Ashley Olson, Financial Controller Rajeana Nyman, Property Tax & Utilities Administrator Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager _____________________________________________________________________ 1. Call Meeting to Order Reeve King called the meeting to order at 8:31 a.m. 1.1 Agenda 1.1.1 Additions to the Agenda Additions under Council & Committee Reports 9.4 Division 7 Report 9.5 ASHA Conference 9.6 Economic Development Conference Additions under Closed Session 11.1 Intergovernmental Relations (FOIP- Section 21) 11.2 Advice from Officials (FOIP-Section 24) Page 3 of 63 April 22, 2025 __________Initials 2 1.1.2 Adoption of the Agenda Resolution: 124/25 Moved by: Councillor Christie That Council approve the agenda as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 2. Approval of Minutes 2.1 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of April 8, 2025 Resolution: 125/25 Moved by: Councillor Cunningham That Council approves the adoption of the minutes of the April 8, 2025, Regular Meeting of Council, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4. Corporate Services 4.1 2024 Audited Financial Statements Resolution: 126/25 Moved by: Councillor Penner That Council approves the 2024 Audited Financial Statements as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4.2 Bylaw 1914- 2025 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax Resolution: 127/25 Moved by: Councillor Wittstock That first reading be given to Bylaw 1914 that being a bylaw for the 2025 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 128/25 Moved by: Councillor Christie That second reading be given to Bylaw 1914 that being a bylaw for the 2025 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 4 of 63 April 22, 2025 __________Initials 3 Resolution: 129/25 Moved by: Deputy Reeve McGhee That consideration to hold third reading be given to Bylaw 1914. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 130/25 Moved by: Councillor Penner That third and final reading be given to Bylaw 1914, that being a bylaw for the 2025 Trochu Recreation Area Special Tax. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4.3 Bylaw 1913- Property Tax Bylaw 2025 Resolution: 131/25 Moved by: Deputy Reeve McGhee That second reading be given to Bylaw 1913, 2025 Property Tax Bylaw. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 132/25 Moved by: Councillor Christie That third and final reading be given to Bylaw 1913, 2025 Property Tax Bylaw. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 5. Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment 5.1 2025 Dust Control Rates The Chair called for a recess at 9:54 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 10:00 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Resolution: 133/25 Moved by: Councillor Wittstock That Council consider removal of the gravel contribution from the Spec Crude calculation for the 2025 Dust Suppression. CARRIED Resolution: 134/25 Moved by: Councillor Wittstock That Council table this discussion to later in the meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 5 of 63 April 22, 2025 __________Initials 4 Resolution: 135/25 Moved by: Councillor Wittstock That Council remove from the table the Dust Control Discussion. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 136/25 Moved by: Councillor Wittstock That Council approve the 2025 dust suppression rates as $11.50 per meter for full-service calcium chloride application, $5.75 per meter for single Calcium Chloride application, and $51.53 per meter for Spec Crude application. CARRIED Amendment: Resolution: 137/25 Moved by: Councillor Penner That Council amend the Spec Crude Application cost price to $52.00 per metre. DEFEATED 3. Appointments 3.1 Delegation- Artis Exploration Ltd. Bruce Nociar, a representative from Artis Exploration Ltd., presented to Council requesting Council to consider implementing a reduction in the 2025 municipal mill rate. 6. Community Services 6.1 Planning 6.1.1 Bylaw 1918- Redesignation A to LRC The Chair called for a recess at 10:45 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 10:54 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Resolution: 138/25 Moved by: Deputy Reeve McGhee That Council move first reading of proposed Bylaw 1918 f or the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of the SW 29-31- 24 W4, Plan 9410761 Block 1 from Agriculture District to Local Rural Commercial District. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 6 of 63 April 22, 2025 __________Initials 5 Resolution: 139/25 Moved by: Councillor Penner That Council move to schedule the Public Hearing, as per Sections 216.4 & 606 of the Municipal Government Act, to be held on May 27, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 7. Legislative Services 7.1 Bylaw 1919- Procedural Bylaw Resolution: 140/25 Moved by: Councillor Wittstock That Council provide first reading to Bylaw 1919, that being a bylaw for the purpose of regulating meeting proceedings for Council and Council Committee meetings. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 141/25 Moved by: Councillor Christie That Council provide second reading to Bylaw 1919, that being a bylaw for the purpose of regulating meeting proceedings for Council and Council Committee meetings. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 142/25 Moved by: Councillor Cunningham That Council provide unanimous consent to hold third reading. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Resolution: 143/25 Moved by: Deputy Reeve McGhee That Council provide third and final reading to Bylaw 1919, that being a bylaw for the purpose of regulating meeting proceedings for Council and Council Committee meetings. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Page 7 of 63 April 22, 2025 __________Initials 6 8. Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business 8.1 Artis Exploration Ltd. Resolution: 144/25 Moved by: Deputy Reeve McGhee That Council receive for information the presentation provided by Artis Exploration Ltd. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9. Council and Committee Reports Councillor Wittstock left the meeting at 11:30 a.m. Resolution: 145/25 Moved by: Councillor Christie That Council accepts for information the Council & Committee Report, as presented.  Kneehill Regional Family and Community Support Services  Division 1 Report  Drumheller Solid Waste Association  Division 7 Report  ASHA Conference  Economic Development Conference CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 10. Council Follow-Up Action List Resolution: 146/25 Moved by: Deputy Reeve McGhee That Council receive for information the Council Follow-Up Action List as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 11. Closed Session The Chair called for a recess at 11:55 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at 12:00 p.m. with all previously mentioned members present. Resolution: 147/25 Moved by: Councillor Christie That this meeting goes into closed session at 12:00 p.m. for the following reason(s):  Intergovernmental Relations (FOIP- Section 21)  Advice from Officials (FOIP-Section 24) CARRIED Page 8 of 63 April 22, 2025 __________Initials 7 Resolution: 148/25 Moved by: Councillor Cunningham That Council return to open meeting at 12:49 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 12:49 p.m. - meeting recessed to allow return of public. 12:49 p.m. - meeting resumed. 13. Adjourn The meeting adjourned at 12:51 p.m. Kenneth King, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Page 9 of 63 PUBLIC HEARING REPORT Page 1 of 1 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Bylaw 1916 - Road Closure – Undeveloped Road Allowance Adjacent Plan 4910S Block W Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Deanna Keiver, Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Deanna Keiver Link to Strat Plan: Level of Service nd Page 10 of 63 BYLAW NO 1916 ROAD CLOSURE BYLAW – UNDEVELOPED ROAD ALLOWANCE EAST OF PTN. NE 8-33-23 W4 PLAN 4910S BLOCK W A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF CLOSING TO PUBLIC TRAVEL IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 22 OF THE MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT ACT, CHAPTER M26 REVISED STATUTES OF ALBERTA 2000, AS AMENDED WHEREAS the lands hereafter described are no longer required for public travel, and WHEREAS application has been made to Council to have the road allowance closed, and WHEREAS the Council of Kneehill County deems it expedient to provide for a bylaw for the purpose of closing to public travel certain roads, or portions thereof, situated in the said municipality, and therefore disposing of same, and WHEREAS notice of the intention of Council to pass a bylaw has been given in accordance with Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, and WHEREAS Council was not petitioned for an opportunity to be heard by any person claiming to be prejudicially affected by the bylaw NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Council of Kneehill County, in the Province of Alberta does hereby close to public travel for the purpose of creating title to the following described road allowance, subject to right of access granted by other legislation: 1. The description for the Road Closure for the portion of Government Road Allowance along the East Boundary of Ptn. NE 8-33-23 W4 Plan 4910S Block W as shown outlined in red on the sketch is as follows: Commencing at the South corner of Block W Plan 4910S head northerly along the east boundary of said block, to the north corner of Block W Plan 4910S. Thence, easterly to the east boundary of the Government Road Allowance. Thence, southerly along the east boundary of the Government Road Allowance to a point perpendicular to the point of commencement. Then westerly to the point of commencement. Page 11 of 63 Bylaw No. 1916, Road Closure Bylaw – Undeveloped Road Allowance East of Ptn. NE 8-33-23 W4 Plan 4910S Block W Page 2 of 4 PART ONE INTRODUCTION 1. TITLE This Bylaw shall be known as the “ROAD CLOSURE BYLAW – UNDEVELOPED ROAD ALLOWANCE EAST OF PTN. NE 8-33-23 W4 PLAN 4910S BLOCK W”. 2. DEFINITIONS In this bylaw the following words and phrases mean: “Council” means the Council of Kneehill County. Page 12 of 63 Bylaw No. 1916, Road Closure Bylaw – Undeveloped Road Allowance East of Ptn. NE 8-33-23 W4 Plan 4910S Block W Page 3 of 4 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. (2) READ a first time on this 8th day of April, 2025. PUBLIC HEARING held on the 13th day of May, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. Reeve Kenneth King Date Public Hearing Held Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen APPROVED this day of , 2025. Minister of Transportation Page 13 of 63 Bylaw No. 1916, Road Closure Bylaw – Undeveloped Road Allowance East of Ptn. NE 8-33-23 W4 Plan 4910S Block W Page 4 of 4 READ a second time on this day of , 2025. READ a third time and final time of this day of , 2025. Reeve Kenneth King Chief Administrative Officer Mike Haugen Date Bylaw Signed Page 14 of 63 PUBLIC HEARING REPORT Page 1 of 1 Version: 2020-02 Subject: Bylaw 1917 Redesignation – Agriculture District to Light Industrial District Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Brandy Morgan, Planning & Development Officer Presented By: Brandy Morgan Link to Strat Plan: Pursuing Focused Growth See Attachments Page 15 of 63 BYLAW NO. 1917 REDESIGNATION FROM AGRICULTURE DISTRICT TO LIGHT INDUSTRIAL DISTRICT BEING A BYLAW OF THE COUNCIL OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO AMEND LAND USE BYLAW NO. 1808 WHEREAS, pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000, as amended, a Municipal Council has authority to govern and to pass bylaws respecting the municipality; and WHEREAS, it is deemed necessary and expedient to amend Bylaw No. 1808 in the manner hereinafter. NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, in the Province of Alberta, duly assembled, and under the powers conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, RSA 2000, Chapter M-26, and amendment thereto, enacts as follows: 1. THAT in PART XIV- LAND USE MAPS, the relevant 2563.5 square meters of SE 30-34-23 W4 shown in the sketch below will be redesignated from A – Agriculture District to LI- Light Industrial District. Page 16 of 63 2 2 2. EFFECTIVE DATE (1) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading. READ a first time on this 8th day of April, 2025. Public Hearing Date on this 13th day of May 2025. READ a second time on this _____ day of _______________, 2025. READ a third time and final time of this ______ day of _________________, 2025. Page 17 of 63 Corse Energy Corp. February 19, 2025 Subject: Kneehill County – Land Redesignation Notification Corse Energy Corp. Huxley Power Plant - SE 30-034-23W4M Letter of Intent Corse Energy Corp. (“Corse”) is proposing to construct and operate the Huxley Power Plant (the “Power Plant”), a 9.5 MW thermal power plant located at legal subdivision 01-30-034-23 W4M within Kneehill County. The Power Plant will be located within the existing developed footprint of the Huxley Sweet Gas Processing Plant (the “Gas Plant”). Generated power will be utilized on-site and exported to the grid. The Power Plant and Gas Plant will continue to be operated in accordance with safe industry practices and in compliance with Provincial regulatory requirements. Both traffic and noise are not anticipated to increase from current levels once operation has commenced. Corse will comply with all requirements related to noise impacts. Additionally, no odors are expected to occur as a result of the proposed activity. To meet Kneehill County requirements, the land in which the Power Plant is situated must be redesignated from “Agricultural” to “Light Industrial.” An application for this redesignation has been submitted to Kneehill County for the proposed change. This notification is being provided to you as a requirement of Kneehill County’s redesignation process, and in alignment with Corse’s continued efforts towards full transparency and accountability. In accordance with the Municipal Government Act, a Public Hearing will be held to allow you to voice any concerns regarding the proposed land redesignation. Notice of the Public Hearing will be advertised in the local newspaper. The following documentation has been attached for your information: 1. Attachment A – Site Plan showing the location of equipment 2. Attachment B – The Land Use Bylaw which provides details on the Light Industrial District 3. Attachment C – Fact Sheet - Redesignation Process 4. Attachment D – Fact Sheet - Public Hearing Process Should you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact the undersigned. Sincerely, Original Signed Steven Albertsen President Corse Energy Corp. Page 18 of 63 Page 19 of 63 Page 20 of 63 Land Use Bylaw 1808 118 102. LI – Light Industrial District Purpose To provide for a wide range of low intensive industrial and commercial land uses in the rural areas, which are easily accessible. Permitted Uses (a) Accessory Building (b) Automotive and Recreational Vehicle Sales and Rentals (c) Cannabis, Micro-Cultivation (d) Cannabis, Micro-Processing (e) Cannabis, Nursery License (f) Cannabis, Sale License (Medical) (g) Farm and Industrial Equipment and Machinery Sales and Service (h) Industrial Manufacturing/Processing (i) Industrial Storage & Warehousing (j) Motor Vehicle Servicing, Repair & Storage – Service Station (k) Office (l) Public Utility Building (m) Security Suite (n) Solar, Private – Ground Mounted (o) Veterinary Clinic Discretionary Uses (a) Abattoir (b) Accessory Use(s) (c) Agricultural Processing (d) Agricultural Support Services (e) Auction Mart (f) Auction Mart, Livestock (g) Bulk Fuel Depot (h) Cannabis, Sale License (Non-Medical) (i) Cannabis, Standard Cultivation (j) Cannabis, Standard Processing (k) Car/Truck Wash (l) Commercial Storage (m) Data Centre (n) Drive-through Business (o) Eating and Drinking Establishment (p) Equipment Rentals (q) Gas Bar (r) Gas & Oilfield Services Business, Minor (s) Hazardous/Noxious Uses (t) Housing, Employee (u) Meat Market/Butcher (v) Outdoor Storage Facility (w) Portable Storage Container (x) Public or Quasi-public Use (y) Restaurant (z) Recycling Collection Point (aa) Recycling Depot (bb) Sign (cc) Truck Stop (dd) Veterinary Hospital (ee) Warehousing (ff) Wind Energy Conservation System, Private (gg) Wrecking Yard (1) Subdivision Regulations (a) Minimum Lot Area: 1 acre (0.4 ha) (b) Minimum Lot Area Width 30.5 m (98.4 ft.) LI L I G H T I N D U S T R I A L D I S T R I C T Page 21 of 63 Land Use Bylaw 1808 119 (2) Development Regulations (a) Minimum Gross Floor Area for Housing, Employee: 74 m² (800 ft.²) (b) Minimum Gross Floor Area for Other uses: at the discretion of the Development Authority (c) Maximum Lot Coverage: Sixty Percent (60%) (d) Maximum Height of any Principal or Accessory Structure 12.0 m (39.4 ft.) (3) Siting Regulations (a) Minimum Yard, Front Setback from the rights-of-way of a primary highway or as required by Alberta Transportation: 41.1 m (135 ft.) (b) Minimum Yard, Front Setback from the rights-of-way of a Road other that a primary Highway: 30.5 m (100 ft.) (c) Minimum Side Yard Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.) (d) Minimum Yard, Rear Setback: 7.6 m (25 ft.) (4) Landscaping Requirements (a) Notwithstanding requirements listed in Part IX, Landscaping, Fencing and Screening, a minimum 3.0 m (10 ft.) wide landscaped buffer shall be provided along the rear and side parcel boundaries adjacent any residential land use. Landscaping shall be provided to the satisfaction of the Development Authority, and may include construction of a 1.8 m (6 ft.) solid fence or wall and the planting of trees and may include the planting of shrubs and/or other vegetation and the construction of a landscaped berm. (b) Notwithstanding (a) above, at the discretion of the Development Authority, screening may be provided along the rear and side parcel boundaries adjacent to non-industrial use land uses and may include the construction of a 1.8 m (6 ft.) tall solid screened fence and the planting of trees, shrubs and other vegetation. (c) Landscaping requirements within the front yard shall be at the discretion of the Development Authority. (d) Landscaping must not impede the sight triangle of intersections of roads and approaches as per Section 36. (5) Special Requirements for Rural Industrial Development (a) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall be located within a reasonable distance of: i. a primary highway to which the planned use or park has access; or ii. a railway to which the park has access, or both. (b) Rural industrial parks (3 or more lots) must be contained within an approved Area Structure Plan. Page 22 of 63 Land Use Bylaw 1808 120 (c) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall be located and designed so as not to create conflicts with adjacent or surrounding land uses through unsightly appearance, emission of noise or pollutants, creation of dust or similar disturbances. (d) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall not locate on lands having a potential for flooding, erosion, subsidence, steep slopes or otherwise containing adverse physical features. (e) Industrial uses and rural industrial parks shall have adequate sewage disposal systems and available water supplies as required by appropriate authorities. (6) In considering subdivision or development permit applications for industrial uses adjacent to existing residential developments, the Development Authority may impose conditions addressing: (a) The provision of proper services and access to the site; (b) Aesthetics; (c) The control of signage; (d) The control of noise; (e) A development agreement, with the need to provide security; and (f) Any other issue deemed necessary by the Development Authority. (7) In addition to the regulations listed above, other regulations may apply. These include Part VII – General Land Use Regulations, Part VIII – Specific Land Use Regulations, Part IX – Landscaping, Fencing and Screening, Part X – Parking and Loading Regulations, and Part XI – Sign Regulations.   Page 23 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Policy 13-18 Land Agreements Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Mike Conkin, Project Construction Supervisor Presented By: Mike Conkin, Project Construction Supervisor 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)- Policy 13-18 Land Agreements BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL Kneehill County policies are presented for review every four years (at a minimum). This review by Council ensures the policies will remain current and allows for any modifications to be made based on changing legislative requirements. This review is regarding Policy 13-18 Land Agreements. This policy was presented to the Committee of the Whole at the April 15, 2025th meeting where the Committee did recommend that Administration bring back further revisions regarding fence replacements. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: The attached policy is presented with the recommended revisions. The revisions presented include key points such as:  Revisions to land payment. Payments will now be based on the average market value per acre of comparable parcels in the area, not including building values or improvements.  Crop damaged areas will be surveyed to ensure fair compensation.  Revisions for fence replacement.  Additional clarification regarding fence replacement. All fences will be replaced using the same type of fence. If replacing a barbed wire fence, it will be at minimum 4 wires. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: ATTACHMENTS: 13-18 Land Agreements (Updated proposed changes) Page 24 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 13-18 Land Agreements (Final) COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council approve the proposed motion. 2. That Council refuse the proposed motion. 3. That Council provides an alternate motion. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council approve the recommended changes to Policy 13-18 Land Agreements FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Administration will update land agreement forms to meet the new policy requirements APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 25 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 1 of 1 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 Purpose: To establish guidelines for land agreements within Kneehill County Describes procedures to be followed when the County acquires land for construction projects and land disturbance payments. Policy Guidelines: • Agreements are to be arranged by the CAO or designate involved in the project. Policy Procedure: • Agreements are to be arranged by the CAO or designate involved in the project. • County employees are not to undertake private work for any landowner while doing road projects. 1. Land Purchase: 1) When the County is purchasing land it is necessary to have a Commissioner of Oaths available. Therefore, any land buying agreements are to be approved by the CAO or designate. 2) Consideration for the land will be paid to the Landowner at the rate of $3,000/acre (minimum$600). 2) Payment for land will be based on the average market value per acre of comparable parcels in the area, not including building values or improvements. 2. Fence Compensation 1) For any road construction project which requires removal of fences to properly construct the road, the County will remove and replace the fences at no cost to the landowner. 2) A fence is defined as one that will keep livestock confined. 3) If in the opinion of the CAO or designate the fence will not adequately confine animals, Page 26 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 2 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 the County will not replace the fence and no compensation will be payable to the landowner. 4) If a temporary fence is required by the landowner in order to confine their his livestock during construction, the County will construct a temporary fence. If required, the temporary fence will remain for one year to establish grass at which time it will be removed by the County. If the grass is not well established in the first year, the fence will remain for one additional year. 5) If the fence is to be replaced by the County the general construction policy is: (a) The fence will be constructed using new wire and new posts. (b) If the landowner wishes the fence constructed to a higher standard than County standards as outlined below, he must supply at his own cost any extra wire and posts which may be required. (a) At the completion of the road construction or reconstruction project, County staff or the County contractor will replace any fencing removed with a fence of the same type, using new materials at the County’s expense. The fence will be placed on the property line unless other arrangements are made in writing and approved by the County. 4-wire (b) Barbed wire fences will be replaced with a minimum of 4 wires (c) If the landowner wishes the fence constructed to a higher standard than previously removed or County standards as outlined they must supply at their own cost any extra wire and posts which may be required. (d) If a landowner does not want fencing replaced at the end of construction, the landowner shall not be entitled to any other compensation for the fencing nor have it installed at an alternate location, or have materials supplied and not installed. (c) When rebuilding a barb wire fence the crew will use: Page 27 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 3 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 (i) 4" treated posts set 13 feet apart (ii) 6" diameter 7-foot-long treated corner posts (iii) 4 strand barb wire (d) When rebuilding a high tensile fence, the crew will use: (i) 4" treated posts set 20 feet apart (ii) 6" diameter 7-foot-long treated corner posts (iii) 5 strands high tensile unless the fence which existed prior to undertaking the road project was of a higher standard. (e) The County will only construct a fencing berm through a coulee or swampy area, and only if same is required to accommodate fence re-construction on a County road project. 3. Crop Damage 1) Crop damage compensation will be one payment at the rate of $600/acre (minimum $600), based on the surveyed estimated acreage, and will be paid on any seeded crop land, such as wheat, barley, etc., seeded hay land and native pasture. A letter to be sent to the landowner with compensation cheque advising of compensation calculation and the procedures, under the Municipal Government Act, of Public Notice for road project write offs and the landowner's recourse should he consider himself the affected party. 4. Borrow Pits: 1) The normal rate of compensation for an area on private property (borrow pit or back sloping areas) which is disturbed as a result of a County project will be a flat rate of $600 per acre (minimum$600). This amount is in excess of the crop damage Page 28 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 4 of 4 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 compensation rate. 2) The CAO or designate will inspect the project prior to payment of the compensation to ensure the project has been completed satisfactorily. 5. Mailbox: 3) If a mail boxmailbox has to be removed in order to undertake a road construction project, the County will remove the mail boxmailbox and will arrange to have it re-set when the project has been completed. 6. Kenneth King, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Approved: June 23, 2020 272/20 Review Date: Date four years from last approval date Page 29 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 1 of 1 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 Purpose: Describes procedures to be followed when the County acquires land for construction projects and land disturbance payments. Policy Guidelines: Agreements are to be arranged by the CAO or designate involved in the project. Land Purchase: 1. When the County is purchasing land, it is necessary to have a Commissioner of Oaths available. Therefore, any land buying agreements are to be approved by the CAO or designate. 2. Payment for land will be based on the average market value per acre of comparable parcels in the area, not including building values or improvements. Fence Compensation 1. For any road construction project which requires removal of fences to properly construct the road, the County will remove and replace the fences at no cost to the landowner. 2. A fence is defined as one that will keep livestock confined. 3. If in the opinion of the CAO or designate the fence will not adequately confine animals, the County will not replace the fence, and no compensation will be payable to the landowner. 4. If a temporary fence is required by the landowner in order to confine their livestock during construction, the County will construct a temporary fence. If required, the temporary fence will remain for one year to establish grass at which time it will be removed by the County. If the grass is not well established in the first year, the fence will remain for one additional year. 5. If the fence is to be replaced by the County the general construction policy is: a) At the completion of the road construction or reconstruction project, County staff or the County contractor will replace any fencing removed with a fence of the same type, using new materials at the County’s expense. The fence will be placed on the property line unless other arrangements are made in writing and approved by the County. b) Barbed wire fences will be replaced with a minimum of 4 wires Page 30 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 2 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 c) If the landowner wishes the fence constructed to a higher standard than previously removed or County standards as outlined they must supply at their own cost any extra wire and posts which may be required. d) If a landowner does not want fencing replaced at the end of construction, the landowner shall not be entitled to any other compensation for the fencing nor have it installed at an alternate location, or have materials supplied and not installed. e) The County will only construct a fencing berm through a coulee or swampy area, and only if same is required to accommodate fence re-construction on a County road project. Crop Damage 1. Crop damage compensation will be one payment at the rate of $600/acre (minimum $600), based on the surveyed acreage, and will be paid on any seeded crop land, such as wheat, barley, etc., seeded hay land and native pasture. A letter to be sent to the landowner with compensation cheque advising of compensation calculation and the procedures, under the Municipal Government Act, of Public Notice for road project write offs and the landowner's recourse should he consider himself the affected party. Borrow Pits: 1. The normal rate of compensation for an area on private property (borrow pit or back sloping areas) which is disturbed as a result of a County project will be a flat rate of $600 per acre (minimum$600). This amount is in excess of the crop damage compensation rate. 2. The CAO or designate will inspect the project prior to payment of the compensation to ensure the project has been completed satisfactorily. Mailbox: If a mailbox must be removed in order to undertake a road construction project, the County will remove the mailbox and will arrange to have it re-set when the project has been completed. Kenneth King, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Page 31 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page Transportation 13-18 3 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Land Agreements June 23, 2020 272/20 Approved: June 23, 2020 272/20 Review Date: Date four years from last approval date Page 32 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Policy 13-38 Brush and Tree Control Road Allowances Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Mike Conkin, Project Construction Supervisor Presented By: Mike Conkin, Project Construction Supervisor 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)- Policy 13-38 Brush and Tree Control Road Allowances BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL Kneehill County policies are presented for review every four years (at a minimum). This review by Council ensures the policies will remain current and allows for any modifications to be made based on changing legislative requirements. This review is regarding Policy 13-38 Brush and Tree Control Road Allowances. This policy was presented to the Committee of the Whole at the April 15, 2025th meeting where the Committee did recommend that Council approve the proposed changes DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: The attached policy is presented with the recommended revisions. The revisions presented include key points such as:  Updated policy purpose to align with the County’s Strategic initiative of maintaining high-quality infrastructure.  Attempts to contact landowners affected by brushing activities prior to work commencing.  Revisions added for burning of brush and ash removal.  Revisions added for private land brush removal.  Brushing requests from the public will be received and, if approved, will be scheduled based on priority. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: Page 33 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 N/A RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: ATTACHMENTS: 13-38 Brush and Tree Control Road Allowances (proposed changes) 13-38 Road Allowance Brush Control (Final) COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council approve the proposed motion. 2. That Council refuse the proposed motion. 3. That Council provides an alternate motion. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council approve the recommended changes to Policy 13-38 Brush and Tree Control Road Allowances FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 34 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page TRANSPORTATON [Comments] 1 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Brush & Tree Control Road Allowance Road Allowance brush control October 13, 2020 389/20 Purpose: To establish a policy for removal of trees and brush from County Road Allowances . The removal of brush from county ditches is vital for the safety of the public. Brush and/or trees growing in the road allowance can cause many problems including reduced visibility of traffic, signs, vehicles, and wildlife. Additionally brush and trees can cause excess snow drifting and reduced drainage. Brush is controlled along roadsides to minimize drifting of snow, provide optimum drying/melting of the road surface, unimpeded drainage, and to protect the integrity of our road structures. Policy Guidelines: Council recognizes the removal of trees and brush from roadside ditches is vital for the safety of the traveling public. Trees or brush growing in the road allowance can cause many problems including reduced sight distance at intersections, reduced visibility of traffic signs and wildlife, serious snow drifting, reduced drainage, and inhibits dust clouds from dissipation created by traffic. The County will remove trees and brush within developed road allowances to maintain road safety, enhance visibility, and ensure proper functionality of road infrastructure as resources allow. Under the Federal Migratory Bird Convention Act, no disturbance to nests or nesting birds is allowed during breeding and nesting periods (April through August). If trees/brush are to be taken down during this period a Wildlife sweep will be conducted by a qualified biologist prior to commencing to identify any nesting birds within the area. Policy Procedure: 1) Inspections of County Road allowances for brush control will be completed by County staff annually within to determined control areas. Under the Federal Migratory Bird Convention Act, no disturbance to nests or nesting birds is allowed during breeding and nesting periods (April through August). If trees/brush are to be taken down during this period a professional biologist within the realm of wetland sciences needs to be contacted to identify any nesting birds within the area. 2) Mechanical brushing of County Road allowances will be prioritized in the following manner: a)a. Arterial, collector and local roads where brush and/or tree species pose a risk to: i)i. Traffic safety. ii)ii. Road maintenance operations/ upgrade roads. iii)iii. The integrity of the road surface. b. b. Hamlet, country residential or single residential. Page 35 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page TRANSPORTATON [Comments] 2 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Brush & Tree Control Road Allowance Road Allowance brush control October 13, 2020 389/20 c. c. Dirt Trail Road Allowances and Undeveloped Road allowances. 3) Brushing requests from the public may be taken and, if approved, will be added to the schedule based on priority 3)4) The County will mechanically brush from the edge of the road surface to the fence line where safe to do so. 4) The County will conduct chemical brush control applications annually within a designated control area. 5) Chemical brush control will be used in specified control areas to manage any brush regrowth, as well as areas where mechanical brush control is not necessary. 6) Chemical control areas will be designated at the discretion of County staff and follow up any mechanical brush control operations. 7) All brush control requests on County roadCounty Road allowances, not determined in the priority list, will be inspected by County staff and considered for brush control work. Upon completion of inspection, the request will be prioritized and scheduled for completion accordingly. 8) The County may control brush on private land for the purpose of maintaining sightlines and visibility at road intersections. The County may control brush on private land to maintain road allowances and ensure sightlines at intersections, provided it serves County interests. Brush removal on private property will only proceed after a Right of Entry Agreement is completed, with no compensation provided to landowners. 1) Kneehill County will not engage in any brush control activities on private land until a written agreement is obtained between the County and the landowner. 8) The County will make every reasonable attempt to remove tree stumps within road slopes when the equipment is available and the weather is conducive to the work. 9) The County will make every reasonable attempt to remove residue of burn piles when the equipment is available and the weather is conducive to that type of work with a goal of having the project cleaned up within one year of the pile being burned. 10) No compensation will be given to landowners for trees or brush removed from the road allowance. 2)11) Reasonable attempts will be made to contact landowners affected by these brushing activities prior to commencing work. This may include notification through verbal communications. Kenneth King, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO Page 36 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page TRANSPORTATON [Comments] 3 of 3 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Brush & Tree Control Road Allowance Road Allowance brush control October 13, 2020 389/20 Approved: October 13, 2020 389/20 Review Date: Date four years from last approval date Page 37 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page TRANSPORTATON [Comments] 1 of 2 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Road Allowance brush control October 13, 2020 389/20 Purpose: The removal of brush from county ditches is vital for the safety of the public. Brush and/or trees growing in the road allowance can cause many problems including reduced visibility of traffic, signs, vehicles, and wildlife. Additionally brush and trees can cause excess snow drifting and reduced drainage. Brush is controlled along roadsides to minimize drifting of snow, provide optimum drying/melting of the road surface, unimpeded drainage, and to protect the integrity of our road structures. Policy Guidelines: The County will remove trees and brush within developed road allowances to maintain road safety, enhance visibility, and ensure proper functionality of road infrastructure as resources allow. Under the Federal Migratory Bird Convention Act, no disturbance to nests or nesting birds is allowed during breeding and nesting periods (April through August). If trees/brush are to be taken down during this period a Wildlife sweep will be conducted by a qualified biologist prior to commencing to identify any nesting birds within the area. Policy Procedure: 1) Inspections of County Road allowances for brush control will be completed by County staff to determine control areas. 2) Mechanical brushing of County Road allowances will be prioritized in the following manner: a. Arterial, collector and local roads where brush and/or tree species pose a risk to: i. Traffic safety. ii. Road maintenance operations/ upgrade roads. iii. The integrity of the road surface. b. Hamlet, country residential or single residential. c. Dirt Trail Road Allowances and Undeveloped Road allowances. 3) Brushing requests from the public may be taken and, if approved, will be added to the schedule based on priority 4) The County will mechanically brush from the edge of the road surface to the fence line where safe to do so. 5) Chemical brush control will be used in specified control areas to manage any brush regrowth, as well as areas where mechanical brush control is not necessary. 6) Chemical control areas will be designated at the discretion of County staff Page 38 of 63 POLICY Section Policy No. Page TRANSPORTATON [Comments] 2 of 2 Policy Title Date: Motion No. Road Allowance brush control October 13, 2020 389/20 7) All brush control requests on County Road allowances, not determined in the priority list, will be inspected by County staff and considered for brush control work. Upon completion of inspection, the request will be prioritized and scheduled for completion accordingly. The County may control brush on private land to maintain road allowances and ensure sightlines at intersections, provided it serves County interests. Brush removal on private property will only proceed after a Right of Entry Agreement is completed, with no compensation provided to landowners. 8) The County will make every reasonable attempt to remove tree stumps within road slopes when the equipment is available, and the weather is conducive to the work. 9) The County will make every reasonable attempt to remove residue of burn piles when the equipment is available, and the weather is conducive to that type of work with a goal of having the project cleaned up within one year of the pile being burned. 10) No compensation will be given to landowners for trees or brush removed from the road allowance. 11) Reasonable attempts will be made to contact landowners affected by these brushing activities prior to commencing work. This may include notification through verbal communications. Approved: October 13, 2020 389/20 Review Date: January 22, 2025 Page 39 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Drumheller Lions Request Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 14, 2024 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager 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)- Policy #15-7, Community Enrichment Support Program BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL Administration received a request from the Drumheller Lions requesting sponsorship for the Dino Days Stampede Event. This event has not been held in over 17 years, and the organizers aim to reestablish it as an annual tradition. If Council is interested in sponsoring the event, Administration recommends that it be considered under the Community Enrichment Support Program. This grant program provides funding for organizations hosting recreation, community, arts, or cultural events that are not eligible for other grants, scholarships, awards, or donations. Since the event is taking place outside Kneehill County, this is the only grant program it qualifies for. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: There are five tiers of sponsorship, with contributions ranging from $500 to $2,000 and above. For a comprehensive breakdown of these sponsorship levels, please view the attached Sponsorship Opportunity poster. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: 2025 Budget Allocated in 2025 Remaining Balance Kneehill County budgeted $6,000 for this program in the 2025 Budget. Currently, $1,150.00 has been utilized, leaving a remaining balance of $4,850.00. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Page 40 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 ATTACHMENTS:  Sponsorship Opportunity Poster  Policy # 15-7, Community Enrichment Support Program COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Council approve a sponsorship in the amount of $500. 2. Council approve a sponsorship in a different amount. 3. That Council receive for information this request. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council provide the Drumheller Lions sponsorship in the amount of $500.00 to assist in the costs associated with hosting the 2025 Dino Days Rodeo, with funds to come from the Community Enrichment Support Program. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Notify the Drumheller Lions of Council’s decision. APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 41 of 63 Page 42 of 63 Page 43 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: 2025 Parade Season Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager 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 Annually Council participates in the local parades within our area. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Parade Dates for 2025 Include:  Linden- June 7, 2025  Carbon- June 14, 2025  Acme- June 21, 2025  Trochu- July 1, 20254  Drumheller- July 1, 2025  Three Hills- July 12, 2025  Swalwell- July 26, 2025 Administration will ensure the vehicle is clean and that there is candy available. Administration is requesting that Council determine which parades they would like to attend, so that appropriate arrangements and the correct magnetic names that go on the side of the car can be made available. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: Parade expenses have been approved in the 2025 Operating Budget. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Page 44 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 ATTACHMENTS: N/A COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Receive for information the 2025 Parade Season Report 2. That Council request further information RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council receive for information the 2025 Parade Season report. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 45 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Trochu Housing Corporation Agreement May 2025 Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO 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 April 8, 2025, Council approved third reading of Bylaw 1915, loan guarantee to the Town of Trochu. Approval of this Bylaw necessitates that an updated agreement between Kneehill County and the Town of Trochu be entered into. The proposed agreement is the same as the previously endorsed agreement excepting the following:  Bylaw 1915 is now referenced in place of older Bylaws  The stated interest rate is now 7% (as per Bylaw 1915) Administration notes that the proposed agreement should also be altered to reflect that there are 18 Life Lease units now planned instead of the previously planned 24. This change has been made in the copy endorsed by the Town of Trochu. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: While the February 11, 2025, motion directed Administration to draft a new bylaw, Council did not pass a motion to authorize the Reeve and CAO to sign an amended agreement. Administration is now requesting a motion from Council to proceed with signing the updated agreement. The proposed agreement has been endorsed by the Town of Trochu with the aforementioned change regarding the number of Life Lease Units.. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: Adopting the loan guarantee bylaw is contingent upon the Town of Trochu entering into a new agreement that meets Kneehill County's satisfaction. This ensures the loan guarantee terms are aligned with the County's financial and operational objectives. The county must consider potential financial implications. In the case of Trochu's loan repayment difficulties, the County may need to utilize cash reserves or raise funds through taxation to fulfill its obligations under the loan guarantee. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: Page 46 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Tools: Individual Notification Other: ATTACHMENTS: Bylaw 1915 Proposed Loan Agreement COUNCIL OPTIONS: That Council authorize the Reeve and CAO to sign the Trochu Agreement.. That Council request further information. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council authorize the Reeve and CAO to sign the Trochu Housing Corporation Agreement as presented. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: The agreement will be endorsed and a copy will be forwarded to the Town of Trochu. APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 47 of 63 Page 1 of 5 THIS AGREEMENT made this________ day of ___________, 2025. BETWEEN KNEEHILL COU NTY a municipal c orp oration incorporated pursuant to the Mun ic ipa l Go vernment Act of the Province of Albert a (hereinafter called the C ounty") OF THE FIRST PAR T - A ND- TOWN OF TROCHU a municipal corporation inc orporated pursuant to t he Mu nicipa l Government Act of the Province of A lbe rta (hereinaft er called the "Town") OF THE SECOND PART WHEREAS the Town has c omm itted to supporting the development of the Trochu Seniors Supportive Living Facility P roject in the Town of Trochu as further described in Schedule "A" (the "P roject") and pro poses to borrow funds in an amount not to exceed $20,000,00 0.00 to support the Project (the "Loan"); AND WHEREAS the Town has re quested t hat the County support the P roject by guaranteeing repayment of the Loan; AND WHERE AS the County has passed Bylaw No. 1915 authorizing a guarantee of t he Loan and is prepared to offer such guarantee subject to the terms and conditions set out he rein; NOW THEREFORE , this Agreement witnesses t hat, in consideration of t he premises, c o v e n a n t s and agreements herein contained, the County and the Town agree as follow s: 1. The County hereby agrees to guarantee the Loan in support of the Project on t he foll ow ing basis: a) The amount of the Loan shall not exceed $20,0 00,000.0 0, inclusive of an interest rate not to exceed 7 % over a term not to exceed 5 years; and b) The total amount guaranteed by the County in respect of the Loan shall in no circumstances exceed $20,000,00 0.00 and shall remain in effect for no longer than four (4) years. 2. The County's comm itment to enter into a guarantee shall be conditional upon: Page 48 of 63 Page 2 of 5 a) C apital grant funding from other levels of governm ent equal to at least $19,000,00 0 having first been appro ved for the Project; b) T h e rec eipt b y th e C ount y o f ev iden ce th at a m in im u m o f 90 % of th e 24 L ife L ease U n its asso c i ated w ith th e P roj ec t sh all h av e b e en so ld pri o r to th e commencement o f c on stru cti on ; c) Th e T o w n fi rst engages in an open house or information forum open to its residents and ratepayers, which receives positive feedback from the community , as rea son a bly determ in ed b y th e T o wn a nd c on firm ed in w ri tin g to the C ou n ty . A s p art o f th at pu bli c en g ag e m en t p ro ce ss, th e T ow n m u st adv ise its resid ent s an d ra tep ayers th at sh ou ld th e T own of T ro ch u no lon ge r b e vi ab le, the County intends th at all de b ts in cu rr e d by th e T own w ill re m ain th e re spon sib ility of ratep ay ers an d p rop e rt ies w ithi n t h e exi stin g T own o f T roch u b ou n d ari es; an d d ) T h e T o wn will arr ang e t o all ow th e C ou n t y to appo in t a b o ard m e m b er to th e T ro chu Hou sin g C orp ora tio n B o ard fo r a peri o d at l east e qu al t o th e lo n ger o f t h e dura tion o f con st ru ction o f t h e Pro ject or th e pe ri o d i n w h ich th e gu ara ntee will re m ain in effect. 3 . S ubject to th e requ irem en ts set ou t h e rei n , the C ou n t y w ill agr ee to enter in to a guara ntee agr eem ent w ith th e T o wn 's len der on th e Pro je ct about th e L o an in a fo rm re as on ably agr eeab le to th e C ounty and co n sist en t w ith th is A gr eem en t. T h e T own agr ees to co m p ly with t h e lo an agr eem ent an d all ot h e r app li c able law s in re lat io n t o its b orr o w in g an d ot h er inv olv em en t in th e Pro j ec t. 4 . Th e T own ackn owled ges th at this Agreement does not intend fo r th e C ou n ty to dire ctly c on t ri bu te t o th e Pro j ect or th e To w n . T o th e exten t th e C ou n t y is req u ir ed t o p ay an y am oun ts to its own with respect to t h e gu a ra n te e, th e T o w n w ill b e fu ll y res pon sib le fo r re p ay in g t h e C ounty in fu ll. Furt h e r, the T own sh all indemnify an d ho ld h arm le ss the C ou nty fo r any c o sts o f any kin d in cu rre d by th e Cou n ty in relation to th e gu aran tee pro vid ed u n de r thi s Agr ee m en t, in cl udin g with ou t lim it ation fo r any l eg al co st s on a soli c it or an d ow n c li ent b asi s. An y am ou nts paid to t h e To w n 's lend e r with respect to this guarantee or otherwise incurred by the County in relation to the guarantee shall become a debt due and owed by th e T o wn t o th e C o un ty . 5 . Su bject to an y rem aini n g obli g ations un der th e gu ara ntee agr eem en t b etw een the C oun ty and the T o wn 's len d e r, if an y , th e C oun ty m ay term in ate this A gr eem en t and any fu rt h er c om m it m en t to gu arantee th e L o an : a ) In th e ev en t o f an y b re ac h o f thi s Agr eem en t by t h e T o w n ; b) In t h e even t th at an y assets relatin g to th e Proje ct are assign ed or tra n sfe rr e d w i th ou t th e C oun t y 's con sen t o r are sei ze d , liqu id ate d or oth erw ise beco m e th e su bject of an y in so lv en cy ev ent, in cl u d ing a c irc u mst an c e w h ere th e T own o r th e T ro ch u H ou sin g C orp ora t ion b ecom e s in s ol v ent, c ommits an ac t o f Page 49 of 63 Page 3 of 5 bankruptcy, m ak es a gen era l assignment fo r th e ben efi t o f its c r e d it ors or i s su bject to an app oin tm en t o f a receiver; or c) U p on th e e xp iry o f t h e four-year t erm o f thi s Agr eem ent. 6 . S u c h t erm in ation sh a ll not lim it the T o wn 's obli g ation t o rep ay any am oun ts owed to the County in respect to th e gu aran tee or any oth er ob lig ation s o f th e To w n he r eun d e r. 7 . N othi n g h erein sh all m ak e t h e C ounty resp on sib le fo r or liab le fo r any c o st s, dam ag es or li ab ili ties asso ciated w ith t h e Pro jec t ex cept as sp e ci fi call y requ ired by th e tenants o f t h e gu ara n tee entered in to by t h e C o u nty . The To w n ag rees to ind em ni fy and h old h a rm l es s t h e C ou nty in resp ec t of an y an d all dam ag e s, co st s, l i a b i l i t i e s , a c t i o n s , c l a i m s , or co sts (in cl u din g l eg al co st s on a soli citor an d hi s o w n cl ien t basi s) cl aim ed again st or su ffe red by th e C oun ty in relation t o or ari sin g from th e P ro j e ct. 8 . I n consideration for the guarantee offered by the County as set out herein, the Town covenants and agrees that it shall not make any further or other requests to the County for financial or material commitments in relation to the Project an d th at t h ere will be n o fu tu re reque st s b y t he T ow n fo r t h e C ou n ty to pro v ide fi n an c ial su pp ort or re qu isition s in r ela tio n to t h e op eration o f th e P ro j ec t. 9 . Th e T o wn sh all en su re th at all n ecessary in s u ra n c e cov era g e is in place fo r th e Pro ject p ri o r to comm en cin g c on stru c tio n and m ain taine d t hr ou g h ou t th e du ra ti on of con st ru ction an d commissioning of th e bu ild in g asso ciat e d wit h t h e Pro jec t. T h e Tow n sh all p ro v i de the County with evidence of such insurance coverage up on requ est. 10 . T he T ow n sh all n ot assig n or tra n sfe r th is Agr eem ent or t h e ri ghts or priv i leg es h e rei n w it h ou t fi rst ob taini n g the writt en consen t o f th e C ou n ty . 11 . The laws of the Province of Alberta shall govern this Agreement . 12 . E ach of th e P art ies s h all , up on th e reas on ab le requ est o f t h e oth er P a rt ie s, m ak e, d o, ex ecu te or cau se to b e m a d e, don e o r exec u ted all s u ch fu rt h er an d other l a w fu l act s, deed s, th in g s, docum en ts an d assu ra n ces o f w h atso e v er natu re an d k in d for th e b ett er or m or e p erfe ct or ab s olu te perfo rm ance o f th e tenn s an d c on dition s o f t hi s Agr eem en t. 13 . T h is Agr eem ent con tain s t h e en tire agr eem e n t b etween th e P art ies h ereto. I t s u p e r s e d e s any pri or agr ee m e nt, eith er ora l or in w ri ti n g , and m ay on ly be am en ded by a su b s eq u e nt wri tt en in stru m e n t sign ed by t h e P art i es. 1 4 . T hi s A gr eem en t m ay b e ex ecu ted in c oun terp art an d de liv ered el ectro ni c all y . Page 50 of 63 Page 4 of 5 I N WITNESS WHER EOF , the Parties hereto have affixed their corporate seals under the hands of their proper signing officers as of the day and year first written above . KNEEHILL COUNTY PER: PER: TOWN OF TROCHU PER: PER: Page 51 of 63 Page 5 of 5 Page 52 of 63 Page 53 of 63 Page 54 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Trochu Housing Corporation Annual Golf Classic Request Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager Presented By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager 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)- Policy #15-7, Community Enrichment Support Program BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL Administration received a request from the Trochu Housing Corporation requesting sponsorship for their First Annual Golf Classic being held at the Trochu Golf Course on Thursday, June 12, 2025. Administration recommends that if Council is interested in funding this initiative that the funding come from the Community Enrichment Support Program. This grant program provides funding for organizations hosting recreation, community, arts, or cultural events that are not eligible for other grants, scholarships, awards, or donations. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: There are five tiers of sponsorship, with contributions ranging from $500 to $5,000. For a comprehensive breakdown of these sponsorship levels, please view the attached sponsorship opportunity poster. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: Kneehill County allocated $6,000 for this program in the 2025 budget. If Council approved funding for the Drumheller Lions request earlier in the meeting, $4,350 remains available for further contributions. If no funds were allocated to that request, $4,850 remains available for use. Additionally, Council has access to a $25,000 contingency fund within the budget, which can be utilized if needed. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: ATTACHMENTS: Sponsorship Opportunity Poster Page 55 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 2 of 2 Version: 2022-02 Policy #15-7, Community Enrichment Support Program COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. Council approve a sponsorship in the amount of $500 2. Council approve a sponsorship in a different amount. 3. That Council receive for information this request. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council provide the Trochu Housing Corporation sponsorship in the amount of $500 to assist in the costs associated with hosting the 2025 Trochu Housing Corporation First Annual Golf Classic, with funds to come from the Community Enrichment Support Program. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: Notify the Trochu Housing Corporation of Council’s decision. APPROVAL(S): ☐ Page 56 of 63 FIRST ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC T R O C H U H O U S I N G C O R P O R A T I O N FIRST ANNUAL GOLF CLASSIC EACH REGISTRATION INCLUDES: 1 8 h o l e s o f g o l f P o w e r g o l f c a r t L u n c h E n d o f t o u r n a m e n t d i n n e r H o l e c o m p e t i t i o n s A g r e a t d a y o f g o l f ! ALL PROCEEDS RAISED ARE IN SUPPORT OF TROCHU HOUSING CORPORATION T r o c h u H o u s i n g C o r p o r a t i o n i s a n o n -p r o f i t o r g a n i z a t i o n o p e r a t i n g u n d e r t h e T o w n o f T r o c h u . O u r o r g a n i z a t i o n i s g o v e r n e d b y a c o m m u n i t y b o a r d o f d i r e c t o r s w i t h r e p r e s e n t a t i v e s f r o m t h e T o w n o f T r o c h u , K n e e h i l l C o u n t y a n d t h e s u r r o u n d i n g C o m m u n i t y . W h e r e D o e s Y o u r S u p p o r t G o ? 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H O L E S P O N S O R : $5 0 0 C A S H I N C L U D E S : G o l f f o r o n e (1 ) i n t h e t o u r n a m e n t - 1 8 h o l e s o f g o l f a n d p o w e r c a r t L u n c h a n d e n d o f t o u r n a m e n t d i n n e r L o g o p r o m i n e n c e a n d m a j o r s p o n s o r r e c o g n i t i o n a t t h e e v e n t FOR MORE INFORMATION S h e l l e y B o y e r E v e n t C o o r d i n a t o r (4 0 3 ) 8 2 3 -0 9 4 7 s b o y e r .t h c @ t o w n o f t r o c h u .c a Page 58 of 63 Page 59 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 1 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Council & Committee Report Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service RELEVANT LEGISLATION: Provincial (cite)- N/A Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL The purpose of the Council and Committee Reports is to provide each member with the opportunity to bring forward any matter of general interest to Council or the County. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Council reports will be included on the agenda when requested by Council and reports may be either in writing, verbal, or a combination of both. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The recommended motion does not have any financial implication. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: ATTACHMENTS: Council & Committee Reports COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. That Council accepts the Council and Committee report. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council accepts for information the Council & Committee Report, as presented. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: N/A APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 60 of 63 REQUEST FOR DECISION Page 1 of 1 Version: 2022-02 Subject: Council Follow-Up Action List Meeting Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025 Prepared By: Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply) ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐ ☒ High Quality Infrastructure Economic Resilience Quality of Life Effective Leadership Level of Service RELEVANT LEGISLATION: Provincial (cite)- N/A Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL To request Council’s acceptance of the Council Follow -Up Action List. DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS: Please find attached the Council Follow-up Action List. The Council Follow-up Action List is a list of items from Council meetings that require follow-up. This document is regularly reviewed and updated after each Council meeting. FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS: The recommended motion does not have any financial implications. RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT: ATTACHMENTS: Council Follow-up Action List. COUNCIL OPTIONS: 1. To receive the report regarding the Council Follow-up Action List for information. 2. Council provide further direction or required changes/amendments. RECOMMENDED MOTION: That Council receive for information the Council Follow-up Action List as presented. FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS: N/A APPROVAL(S): ☒ Page 61 of 63 Meeting Date Motion #Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status 30-May-23 208/23 $10,000 from the 2023 Operating Budget – Strategic initiatives for a regional economic development project at the Three Hills Airport in partnership with the Town of Three Hills and Prairie Mike Haugen 2024 Q3 interest in this position. Member parties are meeting later this month to discuss next steps which may 13-Feb-24 026/24 presentations from the NRCB, AUC, and knowledgeable expert on Alberta electrical grid regarding processes, setbacks, and Q2 2025 working to obtain a knowledgeable speaker regarding the electrical grid. 25-Jun-24 196/24 That Council direct Administration to investigate options for Mike Ziehr Q2 2025 options and has indicated that they will be in contact with the County in Q2 of 2025 with an update. 20-Aug-24 226/24 of providing solid waste services within Kneehill County and at John McKiernan 24-Sep-24 280/24 That Council directs Administration to initiate a new service level within the Hamlet of Huxley involving coordinating the pumping of private septic tanks once every two years, to be completed at John McKiernan Q1 2025 Vac Services and initial septic tank cleaning is to take place the last week of May, 2025. A general information sheet is being developed to deliver through the utility bills and if needed, delivered as a door knocker to the residents. As well as this delivery process we will also utilize 'Notify me' and the social media channels/website. 22-Oct-24 360/24 That Council move that Kneehill County participate in the AUC Mike Haugen Ongoing counsel in the upcoming hearing. 22-Oct-24 362/24 Three Hills Station) to Alberta Society for Firefighters Abroad Deb Grosfield 20-May Council picture 22-Oct-24 368/24 That Council direct Administration to develop a Kneehill County Governance Model document for Council approval, with funding Mike Haugen Q2 2025 starting now that other items have been completed. This has been 12-Nov-24 381/24 In process Barb Hazelton Q1 2025 14-Jan-25 003/25 13-2, Grader Gravel Services and to defer this discussion to a Mike Conkin Q2 2025 14-Jan-25 004/25 That Council direct Administration to place a discussion regarding industry road use agreements and development permit/agreement as it relates to road use, to a future Mike Ziehr Q2 2025 11-Feb-25 045-46/25 that being a bylaw to authorize the implementation of a Ushba Khalid Q2 2025 This item is slated for the May 11-Feb-25 048/25 "Range Road 211" to "Deer Valley Lane" adhering to the Naming Cody Dale-McNair Notices are going out & signs are 11-Mar-25 078/25 That Council authorize Administration to proceed with the land In Progress Mike ZIehr Q4 2025 25-Mar-25 081/25 supply water to fill barricades for the 2025 Three Hills Cruise Mike Conkin 25-Mar-25 083/25 annually in 2026 and implement formal service agreements with Fallon Sherlock followed by agreements. Fee to be 25-Mar-25 087/25 the second Ratepayer evening to take place at Horseshoe Canyon in 2025, with the knowledge that extra costs may be 12 in Huxley, June 19 at Horseshoe Council Action Items Page 62 of 63 Meeting Date Motion #Action Required Assigned To Due Date Status Council Action Items 25-Mar-25 088/25 That Council approves reserve contributions of $2,758,304 as 25-Mar-25 089/25 Reserve to fund over-budget Operating Projects as detailed in 25-Mar-25 090/25 25-Mar-25 091/25 Capital Replacement Reserve and $14,676 from the Roads Reserve to fund over-budget Capital Projects as detailed in 25-Mar-25 092/25 08-Apr-25 107/25 closure of the undeveloped road allowance east of Plan 4910S On May 13, 2025 Agenda 08-Apr-25 108/25 13, 2025, 10:00 a.m. as per Section 22 and 230 of the Municipal On the May 13, 2025 Agenda 08-Apr-25 109/25 That Council move first reading of proposed Bylaw 1917 for the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of the SE 30-34-23 W4 from Agriculture District to Light On May 27, 2025 Agenda 08-Apr-25 110/25 Sections 216.4 & 606 of the Municipal Government Act, to be On the May 13, 2025 Agenda 08-Apr-25 113/25 That Council give first reading to Bylaw #1913- 2025 Tax Rate 08-Apr-25 123/25 That Council direct Administration to bring forward a discussion regarding the exploration of relationship building with 22-Apr-25 138/25 That Council move first reading of proposed Bylaw 1918 for the purpose of amending Land Use Bylaw 1808 by redesignating a portion of the SW 29-31-24 W4, Plan 9410761 Block 1 from On May 27, 2025 Agenda 22-Apr-25 132/25 Council provided second and third reading be given to Bylaw COMPLETED 22-Apr-25 127/128/12 Council provided all three readings to Bylaw 1914, that being a COMPLETED 22-Apr-25 139/25 Sections 216.4 & 606 of the Municipal Government Act, to be Scheduled 22-Apr-25 136/25 per meter for full-service calcium chloride application, $5.75 per meter for single Calcium Chloride application, and $51.53 per In progress Mike Ziehr Q2 2025 22-Apr-25 bylaw for the purpose of regulating meeting proceedings for COMPLETED 22-Apr-25 126/25 That Council approves the 2024 Audited Financial Statements as COMPLETED Page 63 of 63