HomeMy WebLinkAboutPost-Meeting Agenda Package - CM_Nov25_2025COUNCIL MEETING POST-MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 8:30 a.m.
1600 2nd Street NE
Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0
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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 November 12, 2025 3
3.Appointments
3.1 Delegation- Municipal Affairs- Carbon Viability Review 10
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Presenter: Dee Deveau and Ross Zimmermann, Municipal Affairs
3.2 Closed Session - Disclosure harmful to personal privacy (ATIA Section 20 &
32)
4.Corporate Services
4.1 2026 Budget – Setting the Stage and Proposed Projects 28
4.2 ANI Policy Review 114
5.Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
5.1 ACP Grant Application – SCADA Master Plan 121
5.2 Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume 126
5.3 Bridge File #13480 Additional Information – Rehabilitation Options 133
6.Community Services
6.1 Planning
6.1.1 Bylaw 1924 Draft Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw 192
6.2 Agricultural Service Board & Parks
No Report
6.3 Protective Services
6.3.1 Enforcement Services General 203
6.4 Economic Development
6.4.1 Central Alberta Economic Partnership (CAEP) Member at Large
Appointment
217
7.Legislative Services
7.1 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Member at Large 221
7.2 Town of Three Hills – Alberta Community Partnership Grant Support 230
8.Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business
8.1 Municipal Affairs- Carbon Viability Review 233
9.Council and Committee Reports 235
9.1 Division 5 Update
10.Council Follow-Up Action List 236
11.Closed Session
11.1 Advice from Officials (ATIA-Section 29)
11.2 Intergovernmental Relations (ATIA - Section 26)
12.Motions from Closed Session
13.Adjourn
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Kneehill County
Regular Meeting of Council
Minutes
November 12, 2025, 8:30 a.m.
1600 2nd Street NE
Three Hills, AB T0M 2A0
Council Present: Jerry Wittstock, Councillor
Merle Anderson, Councillor
Lowell Olson, Councillor
Darcy Penner, Councillor
Lonnie McCook, Reeve
Richard Hoppins, Deputy Reeve
Laura Lee Machell-Cunningham, Councillor
Staff Present: Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer
Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure
Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services
John McKiernan, Manager of Utilities
Marika Von Mirbach, Manager of Financial Planning
Carolyn Van der Kuil, Legislative Services Manager
Theresa Cochran, Director of Corporate Services
Andrew Phillips, Operations Manager
Kandas Hope, Executive Assistant
_____________________________________________________________________
1. Call Meeting to Order
Reeve McCook called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m.
1.1 Agenda
1.1.1 Additions to the Agenda
Additions under Council & Committee Reports
9.1 Division 5 Update
9.2 Kneehill Housing Corporation
Additions under Closed Session
11.1 Privileged Information ATIA (Section 32)
Additions under Legislative Services
7.3 Letter of Support - Horseshoe Canyon Campgrounds and Cabins
7.4 RCMP "K" Division Meeting at RMA
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November 12, 2025
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Additions under Infrastructure-Roads
5.4 Huxley Wastewater Project
5.5 Road Committee
5.6 Office/Shop Tour
1.1.2 Adoption of the Agenda
Resolution: 403/25
Moved by: Councillor Wittstock
That Council approve the agenda as amended.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2. Approval of Minutes
2.1 Organizational Meeting Minutes of October 28, 2025
Resolution: 404/25
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Hoppins
That Council approves the adoption of the minutes of the October 28, 2025,
Organizational Meeting of Council, as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
2.2 Regular Council Meeting Minutes of October 28, 2025
Resolution: 405/25
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council approves the adoption of the minutes of the October 28, 2025,
Regular Meeting of Council, as presented.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Appointments
3.1 Delegation: Andrew McAleese
Mr. McAleese presented a grain elevator map from 1923 to Council. Council
thanked Mr. McAleese for his donation.
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November 12, 2025
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4. Corporate Services
4.1 Council Orientation – Financial Planning
The Chair called for a recess at 9:33 a.m. and called the meeting back to order at
9:43 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Resolution: 406/25
Moved by: Councillor Wittstock
That Council accepts the Council Orientation – Financial Planning presentation
for information.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5. Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
5.1 BF 13480 STIP Application
The Chair called for a recess at 10:57 a.m. and called the meeting back to order
at 11:05 a.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Resolution: 407/25
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Hoppins
That Council direct Administration to bring back further information regarding BF
13480 STIP application to the November 25, 2025, Council meeting.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5.2 Increased Water Volume Request - Sunnyslope
Resolution: 408/25
Moved by: Councillor Wittstock
That Council approve the application for increased water flow to a maximum of 8
imperial gallons per minute for the property located at SE 30-30-25 W4.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution: 409/25
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council direct administration to bring back to a future Council meeting to
amend Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume, to include that the application will
include the purpose of increase in water volume.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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5.3 Non-County Water Connection Request
Resolution: 410/25
Moved by: Councillor Olson
That Council approve the non-county water connection on the Selkirk rural water
system for the Village of Acme with a restricted flow of 4 igpm @ 40 psi to serve
the Acme Golf Club.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
3. Appointments
3.2 Planning Orientation November 12, 2025
The Chair called for a recess at 11:55 a.m. and called the meeting back to order
at 1:00 p.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Council acknowledged receipt of the Planning Orientation presentation.
5. Infrastructure- Roads/Bridges/Water/Wastewater/Environment
5.4 Huxley Wastewater Project
The Chair called for a recess at 2:23 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at
2:31 p.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Council acknowledged receipt of the Huxley Wastewater Project agenda item.
5.5 Road Committee
Resolution: 411/25
Moved by: Councillor Penner
That Council direct Administration to organize a Kneehill County Road tour for
Council, which includes Kneehill County facilities.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution: 412/25
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Hoppins
That Council approve the establishment of a Road Committee, with the Terms of
Reference to be brought back for Council's consideration at the next Committee
of the Whole.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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5.6 Office/Shop Tour
Resolution: 413/25
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council direct Administration to organize a Kneehill County Office and Shop
tour.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7. Legislative Services
7.1 FCSS - Proposed 2026 Budget
Resolution: 414/25
Moved by: Councillor Anderson
That Council table the proposed Kneehill Regional Family and Community
Support Services (FCSS) 2026 Budget until after the FCSS Director presents to
Council.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7.2 Draft 2026-2029 Policy Review Schedule
Resolution: 415/25
Moved by: Councillor Anderson
That Council refer the 2026-2029 Policy Review Schedule to a Committee of the
Whole meeting.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
7.3 Addition to Agenda- Letter of Support – Horseshoe Canyon Campground and
Cabins
Resolution: 416/25
Moved by: Councillor Cunningham
That Council direct Administration to provide a letter of support to Horseshoe
Canyon Campground and Cabin for their Travel Alberta Project Development
Fund application.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
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7.4 RCMP "K" Division Meeting at RMA
Councillor Hoppins who is on the Police Advisory Committee will work on
preparing questions for this meeting and email them out to Council members for
feedback.
8. Disposition of Delegation & Public Hearing Business
8.1 Andrew McAleese Delegation
Council acknowledged receipt of Andrew McAleese's presentation.
9. Council and Committee Reports
Council acknowledged receipt of the following Council and Committee Report:
Division 5 Update
Kneehill Housing Corporation
10. Council Follow-Up Action List
The Chair called for a recess at 4:01 p.m. and called the meeting back to order at 4:08
p.m. with all previously mentioned members present.
Council acknowledged receipt of the Council Follow-Up List.
11. Closed Session
Resolution: 417/25
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Hoppins
That this meeting goes into closed session at 4:25 p.m. for the following reason:
Privileged Information - Access to Information Act (Section-32)
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
Resolution: 418/25
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Hoppins
That Council return to open meeting at 5:29 p.m.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
5:29 p.m. - meeting recessed to allow return of public.
5:32 p.m. - meeting resumed.
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12. Motions from Closed Session
Councillor Wittstock requested a recorded vote.
Resolution: 419/25
Moved by: Deputy Reeve Hoppins
That the Reeve and Deputy Reeve seek legal advice in regard to Section 32 of the ATIA,
as discussed in closed session.
For (5): Councillor Anderson, Councillor Olson, Reeve McCook, Deputy Reeve Hoppins,
and Councillor Cunningham
Against (2): Councillor Wittstock, and Councillor Penner
CARRIED (5 to 2)
13. Adjourn
The meeting adjourned at 5:37 p.m.
Lonnie McCook, Reeve Mike Haugen, CAO
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APPOINTMENTS
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Delegation- Municipal Affairs- Carbon Viability Review
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared 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
ATTACHMENTS:
Presenters: Dee Deveau and Ross Zimmermann at 1:00 p.m.
Attachments:
Delegation Request Form from Municipal Affairs
Carbon Viability PowerPoint.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
Regular Council Meeting Date & Time:
GUIDELINES
• Presentations are not to exceed 15 minutes, including questions, unless permitted by Council.
• The Delegation Request Form and related documents will become part of the public record and
will be released/published in the agenda and minutes and will be made available to the pubic in
a variety of methods.
• Persons interested in requesting a presentation to Kneehill County Council must supply all
pertinent information including handouts, PowerPoint Presentations no later than 4:00 p.m. on
the Wednesday prior to the scheduled Tuesday meeting. If your material is not published in the
agenda, bring ten (10) copies with you to the meeting. Note: distributed documents will
become part of the public record.
• The County’s Council meetings are video recorded and live-streamed on the County’s website.
• Kneehill County Council values respectful and constructive proceedings. All presenters are
expected to engage with Council, staff, and other attendees in a courteous manner.
Disrespectful or inappropriate behaviour will not be tolerated and may result in the Chairperson
concluding the presentation. The Chairperson may also direct anyone causing a disturbance or
acting improperly to leave the meeting.
• The purpose of a delegation is to provide information to Council. The delegation is not intended
to be a “back and forth” engagement or to function as a “question period”.
PRESENTER DETAILS
Name: (Person Making
presentation)
Company or Group Represented:
MEETING DETAILS
Dee Deveau & Ross Zimmermann
GoA - Municipal Affairs
November 25, 2025 @ 1:00 p.m.
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Delegation Request Form
Please submit completed form to
carolyn.vanderkuil@kneehillcounty.com
This personal information is being collected under the authority of Section (c) of the Freedom of Information and Protection of
Privacy Act and will be used in scheduling you as a delegation before Council. If you have any questions about the collection of
this information, please contact the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
PRESENTATION TOPIC
Will the presentation require PowerPoint facilities? Yes No
The topic of the discussion is (be specific, provide details, and attach additional information, if
required so that all necessary details may be considered.):
PURPOSE OF PRESENTATION
☐ Information Only ☐ Request Action/Support ☐ Request Funds ☐ Other
Desired Resolution (What is the decision you are asking to make?)
• Have you included all attachments?
• Does your summary contain all pertinent information?
• Have you provided enough information to enable Council to make an informed decision?
• Have you reviewed your presentation to ensure that it will fit within the specified timelines?
Approximately 1 hour informative presentation regarding the Village of Carbon viability
review to provide an overview of the viability review process and the county council
and administration's roles in the village's review. Additionally to answer any of the
county council or administration's questions regarding the process.
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Classification: Public
Village of Carbon
Viability Review
Kneehill County Council Presentation
November 25, 2025
Dee Deveau
Ross Zimmermann
Denise Lines
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Classification: Public
Objectives
Viability Review Overview
Roles and Responsibilities
Next Steps
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Classification: Public
What is a viability review?
3
Viability
Review
Collaborative and
Community-Focused
Objective and ImpartialDetailed and Specific
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Classification: Public
How are viability reviews initiated?
4
Viability
Review
Council
Request
Citizen
Petition
Minister
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Classification: Public
What is in the viability review report?
5
Community Governance Administration
Finances Infrastructure Services
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Classification: Public
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What is in the viability review report?
How Carbon operates today…
What electors can expect if…
Carbon continues as a village
and implements changes
towards viability Carbon dissolves and becomes a
hamlet in Kneehill CountyRecommended actions for long-term
sustainability if Carbon continues as
a village
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Classification: Public
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Remain and Make Changes
•Minister issues directives the municipality must follow
•Ministry staff meet with council to review directives
and next steps
•Annual update report submissions for five years
•Ministry staff available to answer questions and
provide resources
Dissolution
•Restructuring process where a municipality is
unincorporated and becomes a hamlet in the
neighbouring municipality
•Requires a viability review
•Ministry staff support the village and county during
the transition
•If selected, anticipated
January 1, 2027
Possible Outcomes
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Classification: Public
What is the intent of the directives?
Assist Carbon to:
–Move forward in a sustainable manner.
–Build the foundation for long-range plans.
Recommendations containing:
–“must” when legislation is not being followed
–“should consider” when an action could benefit the village’s long-term sustainability.
Some directives may be unique to Carbon, others may be more general.
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Classification: Public
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During a viability review:
•Funding to assist the Village of Carbon with an infrastructure audit
•Minister approved funding of $150,000
If dissolution occurs, Kneehill County would be eligible to apply for
post-restructuring funding:
•Transitional Stream to integrate village governance, administration,
and services into the county –est. $446,000
•Infrastructure Stream –est. $1,488,000
•Total potential funding -est. $1,934,000
Alberta Community Partnership (ACP) Funding
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Classification: Public
Viability
Review
Initiated
Infrastructure Audit &
Information Collection and
Analysis
Mid-Review
Public
Information
Session
Pre-Vote
Public
Information
Session
Viability
Report
Completion
and
Distribution
Vote of
Electors
(Public Vote)
2025
Municipal
Election
Initial Public
Information
Session and
Survey
Viability
Directives
or
Dissolution
Viability Review Process
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Classification: Public
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Municipal Affairs
•Leads the viability review process
•Informs residents and electors of events
•Hosts public information sessions
•Develops the viability review report
•Conducts the vote of electors
Village and County
•Complete an infrastructure audit (village)
•Provides requested information
•Assist with communications to residents and electors
•Provide input through the Viability Review Support Group (VRSG)
Roles and Responsibilities
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Classification: Public
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•Alberta Municipal Affairs
•Village of Carbon (Councillor and CAO)
•Kneehill County (Councillor and CAO)
•Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA)
•Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis)
•Alberta Rural Municipal Administrators Association (ARMAA)
•Local Government Administration Association (LGAA)
Viability Review Support Group (VRSG)
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Classification: Public
13
Role of the Viability Review Support Group
•Review information collected from the village and
county
•Consider the village’s viability and recommend
actions
•Review the draft viability review report and provide
input
•Liaise between the VRSG and member organizations
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Classification: Public
Next Steps
Infrastructure Audit Funding and Procurement
Appointment of VRSG Members
Initial Public Information Session
Ongoing Information Collection
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Comments from the Public
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Classification: Public
Phone: 780-427-2225 or toll-free dial 310-0000 first
Email: viabilityreview@gov.ab.ca
Dee Deveau Ross Zimmermann
Municipal Viability Advisor Municipal Viability Advisor
dee.deveau@gov.ab.ca ross.zimmermann@gov.ab.ca
780-422-5619 780-422-7412
Questions?
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: 2026 Budget – Setting the Stage and Proposed Projects
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Marika von Mirbach, Manager of Financial Planning
Presented By: Marika von Mirbach, Manager of Financial Planning
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☒ ☒
☒
☒
☒
High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Under the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the County must annually approve
balanced and fully funded operating and capital budgets.
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
This report and the attached presentation start the 2026 Budget process. The goal of the budget process
is to give Council clear information and time for discussion, questions, and contemplation of the proposed
budget prior to adoption..
Budget Process Timeline
November 25 – Setting the Stage and Proposed Projects
o Overview of how the budget was prepared and proposed projects for introduction to
Council.
December 9 – Interim Operating Budget and Proposed Core Operating Budget
o Interim budget approval to ensure operations can be maintained after December 31.
o Review of the proposed operating budget based on current service levels and Council -
approved guidelines.
January 13 and 27 – Budget Discussions
o Address Council’s questions receive guidance needed to balance the budget.
February 10 (Tentative) – Budget Adoption
o Adoption of a balanced budget.
The 3rd Quarter Variance Report will also be presented to Council on December 2. This report compares
actual spending and revenues to the approved budget and provides context for informed budget
decisions.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
As part of the 2026 Budget process, Administration has prepared an initial presentation to Council. This
presentation includes:
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Setting the Stage
Introduction: Outlining the Council-approved Budget 2026 Guiding Principles.
Environmental Scan: An overview of economic, social, and environmental trends to provide
context for items for possible consideration during budget deliberations.
Fiscal Conditions and Comparators: A reference point for the County’s financial condition.
Provincial Pressures: An overview of the financial pressures experienced by the County in
relation to Provincial policy decisions.
Project Introductions
Outlines each proposed project for the 2026 Budget. Project categories include:
Maintenance of Existing Assets: This category represents the maintenance of assets required to
maintain existing service levels, but are not, or will not be, performing as needed.
Replacement of Existing Assets: This category of projects represents the replacement of assets
which have reached the end of their useful life and are required to maintain existing service
levels.
New Assets: Represents new assets which do not currently exist within the County’s asset base
but maintain service levels and/or facilitate and progress Council’s Strategic Plan.
Phased Projects: This category of projects represents projects in progress for which additional
funding for subsequent phases is being requested.
Operating Projects: Includes items that are not capital in nature but ensure that Administration
can maintain existing service levels or facilitate and progress Council’s Strategic Plan.
Operating Initiatives: These represent new programming that is designed to maintain existing
service levels and/or facilitate and progress Council’s Strategic Plan, and, if approved, would be
included in the core operating budget.
2027 - 2033 Project Forecast
An MGA requirement for municipalities is to prepare annual forecasts, which are intended to provide
Council with a forward-looking view of potential upcoming projects. The presentation slides include a
high-level overview of the forecast; a detailed forecast is attached as an appendix to this report.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The annual budget process is incorporated into existing staff work plans annually. The budget itself
provides Administration with the authority to deliver services and implement plans in alignment with
Council’s Strategic Plan and approve the annual budget.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
2026 Budget – Setting the Stage and Proposed Projects; presentation slide deck
2027-2033 Project Forecast
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Receive the report for information.
2. Request that Administration bring additional information to a future Council meeting.
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council receive the 2026 Budget Setting the Stage and Proposed Projects presentation for
information.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Compile any requested follow-up information from Council and amend the budget as per Council
discussions.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Budget 2026
Setting the Stage
and
Proposed Projects
1
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Agenda
Introduction
Environmental Scan
Fiscal Conditions and Comparators
Provincial Pressures
Project Introductions
2027-2033 Project Forecast
2
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Introduction
3
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Budget 2026 Schedule
Approval of
Budget
Guidelines
June 24
Approval of
Budget
Guidelines
June 24
Pre-
Approval
of Projects
September
16 and 23
Pre-
Approval
of Projects
September
16 and 23
Budget
Orientation
November
12
Budget
Orientation
November
12
Setting the
Stage and
Proposed
Projects
November 25
Setting the
Stage and
Proposed
Projects
November 25
Interim
Budget and
Proposed
Operating
Budget
December 9
Interim
Budget and
Proposed
Operating
Budget
December 9
Responses to
Questions and
Council
Deliberations
January 13
and 27
Responses to
Questions and
Council
Deliberations
January 13
and 27
Budget
Adoption
Tentative:
February
Budget
Adoption
Tentative:
February
4
Third Quarter
Variance Report
December 2
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Budget 2026 Guiding Principles
Alignment with Council’s
Strategic Plan Sustain existing service levels
Maintain competitive tax rates
Review and recommend
adjustments to service fees and
rates as necessary
Continue to implement and
monitor a proactive infrastructure
renewal strategy
Enhance the stakeholder
experience
5
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Council Sets Budget Guidelines
Management Team Discussions and
Departmental Budget Submissions
Finance Review
CAO and Senior Leadership Review
Presentation to Council
6
Introduction
Budget Development and Review Process
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Environmental Scan
7
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Environmental Scan
What is an Environmental Scan?
8
A high-level
overview of key
factors and
trends shaping
the budget
environment.
Identifies
emerging issues,
risks, and
opportunities
that may impact
services and
finances.
Provides context
for budget
priorities and
project planning.
Supports
strategic
decision making.
Key areas: Social
and Cultural,
Environmental
and Economic
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Environmental Scan
Social and Cultural
Largest age group of
population – 18-64
years (57%)
Aging population 750
residents 65+ in 2016
vs 900 residents 65+
in 2021
Average age of
County ratepayer –
40.8
Area is becoming
more diverse, an
increase of 33% of
visible minorities from
2016-2021 (50 to 75)
Average income
increased 3.4% from
2016-2021
Amount of 65+
considered low
income increased
19% (665 to 820)
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Environmental Scan
Environmental
10
Increasing costs
related to regulatory
and environmental
compliance
Growing public and
business interest in
renewable energy
solutions
Public awareness of
environmental and
conservation issues
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Environmental Scan
Economic
11
Investment return
rates are decreasing
Core operating
expenses continue
to be pressures in
the budget
Aging infrastructure;
balancing proactive
maintenance and
available funding
Inflation has
returned to more
“normal” levels
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Environmental Scan
Infrastructure Deficit
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Structural
Imbalance of
Sharing of
Revenues
Infrastructure
Responsibility
Grant Funding
Levels
Municipal
Infrastructure
Deficit
●Service Level
Reductions
●Deferred Maintenance
and Rehabilitation
●Increased Taxes
●Increased Reserve
Draws
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Environmental Scan
Inflationary Pressures | CPI versus MPI
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Consumer Price Index
• Food
• Housing and Utilities
• Transportation
• Clothing
• Recreation
• Education
Municipal Price Index
• Labour
• Utilities
• Contracted Services
• Road Materials
• Equipment / Fleet Costs
• Construction / Maintenance Inpurts
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Environmental Scan
Inflationary Pressures | Inflation (CPI) vs Revenues
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0.60
0.70
0.80
0.90
1.00
1.10
1.20
1.30
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Tax Revenue All Other Revenues Inflation
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Environmental Scan
Inflationary Pressures | Inflation (CPI) vs Expenditures
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0.60
0.70
0.80
0.90
1.00
1.10
1.20
1.30
1.40
2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Contract and General Services Materials, Goods, Supplies and Utilities All Other Expenditures Inflation
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Environmental Scan
Key Insights
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The County’s population is aging and becoming
more diverse.
Demand for services and infrastructure upgrades is
increasing.
The compounding impact of high inflation
continues to impact financial planning.
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Fiscal Condition
and Comparators
17
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
What are Fiscal Conditions and Comparators?
18
Considers
overall financial
health.
Compares to
other
municipalities
and standards.
Identifies
financial trends.
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Assessment by Property Class
$0
$1
$2
$3
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Non-Residential 1,649,056,630 1,457,529,320 1,427,257,020 1,475,472,990 1,307,253,950 1,272,799,590 1,273,826,850 1,361,933,320 1,427,264,940 1,597,212,560
Farmland 151,794,360 151,784,120 151,738,715 151,741,980 151,693,610 151,703,550 151,702,440 151,695,760 151,648,850 151,625,750
Residential 457,733,000 452,589,480 467,346,145 484,700,050 509,879,860 516,047,340 542,795,920 597,439,800 660,620,010 752,994,850
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•Growth – new things: homes, improvements, wells, business, pipelines
•Housing – market demand
•Farmland – regulated (Provincial Government Policy)
•Non-Residential
•Business – new businesses, facilities
•DIP/Linear – age of asset, asset characteristics (material type,
capacity, etc.), depreciation factors (set by provincial policy),
assessment modifiers (set by province)
20
Fiscal Condition and Comparators
What Drives Assessment Fluctuations?
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Assessment Distribution
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Non-Residential 73.01% 70.69% 69.75% 69.86% 66.40% 65.59% 64.72% 64.51% 63.73% 63.84%
Farm 6.72% 7.36% 7.42% 7.19% 7.70% 7.82% 7.71% 7.19% 6.77% 6.06%
Residential 20.27% 21.95% 22.84% 22.95% 25.90% 26.59% 27.58% 28.30% 29.50% 30.10%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Residential Farm Non-Residential
21
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Assessment |Key Insights
22
• Residential assessment has increased 64.51%
• Farmland assessment has decreased 0.11%
• Non-Residential assessment has decreased 3.14%
Total assessment has increased by 10.77% over 10 years
• Residential distribution has increased from 20.27% to 30.10%
• Farmland distribution has decreased from 6.72% to 6.06%
• Non-Residential distribution has decreased from 73.01% to 63.84%
Assessment distribution has shifted from 2016 to 2025
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Property Tax by Assessment Class
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Non-Residential 20,993,757 20,431,646 20,007,289 20,683,180 18,874,838 19,357,169 20,542,402 20,542,403 21,261,386 22,951,151
Farmland 1,038,273 1,038,203 1,037,893 1,141,707 1,255,477 1,443,799 1,678,853 2,014,584 2,367,136 2,485,493
Residential 1,283,376 1,268,955 1,310,329 1,399,755 1,516,645 1,622,286 1,790,274 1,896,972 1,972,120 2,171,005
$0
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$10
$15
$20
$25
$30
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Residential Farmland Non-Residential
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Property Tax Burden Distribution
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Non-Residential 90.04% 89.85% 89.50% 89.06% 87.19% 86.33% 85.55% 84.00% 83.05% 83.13%
Farm 4.45% 4.57% 4.64% 4.92% 5.80% 6.44% 6.99% 8.24% 9.25% 9.00%
Residential 5.50% 5.58% 5.86% 6.03% 7.01% 7.23% 7.46% 7.76% 7.70% 7.86%
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
Residential Farm Non-Residential
24
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Property Tax |Key Insights
25
• Residential property taxes have increased 69.16%
• Farmland property taxes have increased 139.39%
• Non-residential property taxes have increased 9.32%
Total property taxes have increased by 18.41% over 10 years
• Residential distribution has increased from 5.50% to 7.86%
• Farmland distribution has decreased from 4.45% to 9.00%
• Non-Residential distribution has decreased from 90.04% to 83.13%
Property Tax distribution has shifted from 2016 to 2025
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81 121 113
233
481
790
727
534
587
280
374
126
79 93 67 28 11
61 39 30 5 10 44 51 30
0
100
200
300
400
500
600
700
800
900
2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Annual New Wells Through Oil and Gas Activities
26
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Asset Classifications by Original Cost
27
Buildings
$20,841,102
9%
Bridges and Culverts
$30,303,619
13%
Roads
$91,328,064
39%
Towers
$1,386,725
1%
Water
$55,385,229
23%
Wastewater
$1,791,644
1%Vehicles
$15,954,934
7%
Machinery and Equipment
$12,219,691
5%
Land and Land
Improvements
$5,939,894
2%
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Percentage of Assets Remaining Based on Original Cost
57.8%56.6%57.5%56.1%54.1%53.3%53.7%52.9%
50.1%48.9%47.9%
30%
35%
40%
45%
50%
55%
60%
65%
70%
2014 2015 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
28
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Fiscal Condition and Comparators
Key Insights
29
Residential assessment and property tax share is rising;
non-residential is declining.
Asset replacement and maintenance needs are growing.
The County is facing long-term infrastructure
maintenance funding pressure.
Strategic reserve management is essential for
sustainability.
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Provincial Pressures
30
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Provincial Pressures
What are Provincial Pressures?
31
Historical
Impacts
Policy
Decisions
Requisition
Rates
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Provincial Pressures
Historical Impacts
Shallow Gas Assessment
Well Drilling Equipment Tax
Assessment Adjustments
Oil and Gax Tax Holiday
32
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Provincial Pressures
Provincial Assessment Model Review
• Non-residential taxes make up 83% of property tax revenue, so shifts in
assessment values can have significant impacts on taxation revenues.
Revenue Uncertainty
• Uncertainty in outcomes of the assessment model review makes long-term
planning challenging.
Budget Planning Challenges
• If taxation revenue cannot be replaced, service levels may need to be decreased.
Potential Service Delivery Impacts
• More of the tax burden ends up shifting to residential and farmland ratepayers.
Tax Burden Shift
33
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Provincial Pressures
Provincial Mature Asset Strategy
34
• Introduced in 2025 and focuses on aging oil and gas
infrastructure.
Provincial Initiative
• Unclear scope or definition of “mature assets”.
• Tax assumptions of mature assets.
• Limited input from municipal and environmental advocates.
Potential Concerns
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Provincial Pressures
History of School Requisition
35
$6,368,293
$5,857,272
$5,385,545 $5,324,654
$5,671,004
$5,166,998 $5,330,788
$4,601,673
$6,213,183 $6,268,671
$-
$1,000,000
$2,000,000
$3,000,000
$4,000,000
$5,000,000
$6,000,000
$7,000,000
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Residential and Farmland Non-Residential Reserve Funded Total
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Provincial Pressures
History of Seniors Housing Requisition
36
$40,528 $39,802 $38,945
$76,650 $76,580 $75,710 $85,578 $83,347
$304,137 $312,170
$-
$50,000
$100,000
$150,000
$200,000
$250,000
$300,000
$350,000
2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
Residential and Farmland Non-Residential Reserve Funded Total
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Provincial Pressures
History of Designated Industrial Property Requisition
37
$46,603
$111,062
$93,688 $90,289 $89,814
$94,903
$100,946 $104,113
$-
$20,000
$40,000
$60,000
$80,000
$100,000
$120,000
2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
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Environmental Scan
Key Insights
38
Provincial policy changes create uncertainty in tax
revenues and service funding.
Assessment model reviews and mature asset
strategies may shift tax burdens.
Council must be prepared to adjust service levels
or explore new funding sources if provincial
impacts worsen.
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Project
Introductions
39
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Projects |Types of Projects
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
40
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Projects |Funding of Projects
41
Reserves
• Reserves are effectively County savings for the future and
can be utilized to fund projects.
Grants
• Annual grant programs – CCBF and LGFF.
• Project specific grant programs.
Debt
• It has been many years since the County has utilized debt
funding for projects, but it remains an option for funding.
External Funding
• Coordinated funding with other entities.
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42
2026 Project CostReason for
Pre-ApprovalProjectProject Classification
$5,256,000RFP Timelines2026 Capital Equipment PlanCapital Equipment Plan
$3,520,000RFP Timelines &
Grant OpportunityBF 13480 Construction (SW-36-33-25-W4)2026 Budget for Phased Project
$1,650,000RFP TimelinesHamlet Infrastructure Upgrades2026 Budget for Phased Project
$4,039,000RFP TimelinesLinden Road Pavement OverlayMaintenance of Existing Asset
$1,430,000RFP TimelinesTwp Road 304 – 1200mm CulvertMaintenance of Existing Asset
$412,500RFP TimelinesRural Road Stabilization ProgramMaintenance of Existing Asset
$242,000RFP TimelinesMajor Bridge MaintenanceMaintenance of Existing Asset
$2,695,000RFP TimelinesGravel Purchase ProgramOperating Project
$560,000Time SensitiveERP ImplementationOperating Project
$220,000Grant OpportunityRegional SCADA Master PlanOperating Project
$38,500Grant OpportunityThree Year Economic Development and Tourism
Marketing Strategy and PlanOperating Initiative
$20,063,000Total
Project Pre-Approval Summary
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Why were pre-approvals presented this year?
43
•2026 Budget
cycle delayed to
allow for
Councillor
orientation.
Election YearElection Year
• Later budget
adoption risked
project delays
due to short lead
times.
RisksRisks • Pre-approval
enabled projects
to begin ahead of
full 2026 Budget
adoption.
Pre-Approvals
as a Solution
Pre-Approvals
as a Solution
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Pre-Approvals Benefits
44
Maintain and
replace
infrastructure and
assets proactively
Maintain and
replace
infrastructure and
assets proactively
Secure current-
year pricing for
contracts and
assets
Secure current-
year pricing for
contracts and
assets
Lock in contractor
and asset
availability for
2026
Lock in contractor
and asset
availability for
2026
Access available
grant programs
Access available
grant programs
Begin 2026
projects earlier
Begin 2026
projects earlier
Funded through
reserves or grants;
no direct impact
on 2026 tax rates
Funded through
reserves or grants;
no direct impact
on 2026 tax rates
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Projects |Project Introductions
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
45
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Maintenance of Existing Asset
Roads in Need (annual program)
Project Description: Address the deteriorating condition of select
rural roadways throughout the County by targeting road segments that
require urgent attention due to structural degradation, safety concerns,
or inadequate drainage infrastructure.
2026 Budget:
$275,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Roads Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$5,307,500
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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Maintenance of Existing Asset
Tower Project
Project Description: Either dispose of or maintain and update five
towers that are no longer used for Emergency Services as department
now uses Alberta First Responders Radio System (AFRRCS).
2026 Budget:
$187,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Infrastructure Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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Maintenance of Existing Asset
Admin & FCSS Parking Lot Repairs
Project Description: Complete safety improvements in parking lots at
County Administrative and FCSS buildings. Includes replacement of
damaged curbs, installation of rubber wheel stops for increase visibility
and addition of traffic control signage.
2026 Budget:
$85,300
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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Projects |Project Introductions
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
49
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Overhead Door Replacement & Repairs
Project Description: Replace and repair priority overhead doors and
components across County facilities. Inspections identified several
issues including replacing corroded doors at Salt Storage building,
replacing unreliable door openers at Trochu Fire Hall, and replacing
damaged door panels at Carbon Grader Shed.
2026 Budget:
$140,300
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
50
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Shop South Gate Replacement & Security Upgrades
Project Description: Replace gate and operation system at Three Hills
Shop due to system reaching end of life. Install new weather-resistant
keypads that integrate into centralized security network, which requires
trenching a communications cable from gate to main building.
2026 Budget:
$88,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Heater Replacements at Old Three Hills Shop
Project Description: Removal and replacement of several heating
units that were found to be immediate concerns due to operational
failure, physical damage, and high-risk ratings.
2026 Budget:
$61,600
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
52
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Body Cam System Replacement
Project Description: The Peace Officers' body camera systems, which
record audio and video during public enforcement interactions, need
replacement because the current equipment provider has gone out of
business, making parts and support unavailable.
2026 Budget:
$60,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Transitional Fund Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
53
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Replacement of Existing Asset
1-Ton Snowblades
Project Description: Replace two existing blade units that are near the
end of their operational life and are requiring frequent maintenance.
2026 Budget:
$55,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Capital Equipment Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
54
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Capital Computer Purchases
Project Description: Replace nine laptops, one printer, and On-
Premise WatchGuard Server as they have reached the end of their
service life and are scheduled for replacement.
2026 Budget:
$49,500
Recommended Funding
Source:
IT Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
55
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Building Code Upgrades
Project Description: Address code-related deficiencies identified in
recent Facilities Condition Assessments, focusing on installing
backflow prevention systems and repairing key mechanical and
plumbing components.
2026 Budget:
$43,500
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
56
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Sign Storage Building Replacement
Project Description: Remove existing structure and install a new sea
can outfitted with storage modifications to accommodate sign
inventory.
2026 Budget:
$11,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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Replacement of Existing Asset
Meehan Cemetery Fence Replacement
Project Description: Replace the plastic fence on the east side of the
Meehan Cemetery with metal post and chain-style fence.
2026 Budget:
$8,800
Recommended Funding
Source:
$5,450 St. Ann’s Catholic Cemetery
$3,350 Parks Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
58
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Projects |Project Introductions
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
59
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New Asset
Class III Landfill Cell Development & Approval
Project Description: Engage with a consultant to design a landfill cell,
produce engineered drawings and submit for approval through Alberta
Environment and Protected Areas for construction. The new cell will be
within the boundaries of the existing Torrington transfer site.
2026 Budget:
$275,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Infrastructure Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$1,958,000
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
60
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New Asset
Peace Officer In-Car Radio Install
Project Description: Install three 10-Watt AFFRRCS in-car radios to
increase the area in which Peace Officers have radio coverage, acting
as a booster for handheld radios.
2026 Budget:
$33,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Transitional Fund Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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New Asset
Armadillo Traffic Counters
Project Description: Purchase and install two Armadillo traffic
counters at various locations throughout the County to verify both
volume and size of traffic utilizing the road.
2026 Budget:
$15,400
Recommended Funding
Source:
Roads Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
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Projects |Project Introductions
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
63
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Replacement of Existing Asset
BF 02288 (NE-35-28-24-W4) Design
Project Description: Engage engineering consultants to complete the
design work for the replacement of BF 2288, which currently has a low
structural rating of 33.3%.
2026 Budget:
$275,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Roads Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$1,100,000
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
64
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Projects |Project Introductions
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
65
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Operating Projects
Aerial Photo Update
Project Description: Full replacement of County’s aerial imagery as
part of the established four-year renewal cycle. Updated photos will be
acquired and processed for both rural and urban areas, improving
mapping accuracy and usability across departments.
2026 Budget:
$99,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
Infrastructure Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
66
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Operating Project
Solid Waste Roll-off Bins
Project Description: Provide an alternative for residents to off-load
landfill materials at a more convenient location by bringing roll-off bins
to a supervised transfer site twice per year.
2026 Budget:
$35,200
Recommended Funding
Source:
Infrastructure Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
67
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Operating Project
LUCAS for Torrington Fire Department
Project Description: Maintain medical first response level of service
for Torrington Fire Department. A LUCAS is an automated chest
compression system that helps members performing CPR.
2026 Budget:
$33,000
Recommended Funding
Source:
$25,000 Medical First Responders Grant
$8,000 Infrastructure Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
68
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Operating Project
County Pasture Rejuvenation
Project Description: Restore and enhance the ecological health,
productivity, and sustainability of the Schmaltz Pasture, a 270-acre site
adjacent to the Torrington Landfill.
2026 Budget:
$29,700
Recommended Funding
Source:
Rangeland Sustainability Program
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
69
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Operating Project
Weich Shop Upgrades
Project Description: Upgrade Weich shop to better support
operational needs of Facilities and Utilities Departments by creating
more functional, dedicated in-house workspaces.
2026 Budget:
$9,100
Recommended Funding
Source:
Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$0
70
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Projects |Project Introductions
Capital
Project
Maintenance
of Existing
Asset
Replacement
of Existing
Asset
New Asset Phased
Project
Operational
Project
One Time
Project
Operating
Initiative
71
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New Initiative
Generator Maintenance Program
Project Description: Engage with contractor that would perform all
necessary annual maintenance on water pumphouse generators.
Maintenance would include inspections on consumables, starter
system, batteries and charger systems, engine, and control panel.
2026 Budget:
$16,500
Recommended Funding
Source:
Water Reserve
Forecasted Future
Project Costs:
$0
Forecasted
Operating Budget
Impact:
$15,300
72
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73
Proposed Project Summary | $1,885,900
Maintenance of
Existing Assets
$547,300
29%
New Assets
$323,400
17%
New Initiatives
$16,500
1%
Operating Projects
$206,000
11%
Phased Projects
$275,000
15%
Replacement of
Existing Assets
$517,700
27%
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Funding & Allocations
Operating
Budget
Reserves &
Reserve
Funds
Operating &
Capital
Projects
Budget Allocations
Property
Taxes
User
Fees
Major
Non-Tax Revenues
(i.e. MSI/LGFF, Grants)REVENUES
EXPENSES
74
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75
Proposed Projects | Funding Sources
$172,806
$94,332
$1,895,650
$2,748,050
$16,018,050
$5,595,637
$3,577,244
$1,153,338
$48,500
$93,000
$55,000
$438,800
$565,400
$604,200
$16,500
$3,350
$60,150
IT Reserve
Transitional Funds
Capital Equipment Replacement
Buildings Capital Replacement
Roads
Infrastructure
Water
Parks
Grants / Community Funds
Projects Available Balance
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Project
Forecast
76
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• MGA Requirement to approve 3 Year Operating
and 5 Year Capital forecasts annually
• Provide a forward-looking view of upcoming
financial trends and projects
• Not budgets; do not provide administration with
authority to spend forecasted funds
Project Forecast | What is a forecast?
77
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Project Forecast | Why does
forecasting matter?
78
Ensures financial
sustainability and
strategic alignment.
Provides a long-term
view beyond the annual
budget.
Helps manage reserves,
debt, and tax impact
effectively.
Builds transparency and
confidence in financial
decision making.
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Project Forecast | 2027-2033
79
-
5,000,000
10,000,000
15,000,000
20,000,000
25,000,000
2026 Pre-
Approved and
Proposed Projects
2027 Forecast 2028 Forecast 2029 Forecast 2030 Forecast 2031 Forecast 2032 Forecast 2033 Forecast
2026 Budget for Phased Projects Maintenance of Existing Asset New Asset
New Operating Initiative Operating Project Replacement of Existing Asset
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2026 Budget: Next Steps
80
Collection questions and information requests related to Proposed Projects
Present the Core Operating Budget and collection questions and information requests
Present responses to questions and information requests
Budget balancing deliberations
Page 110 of 238
Pre-Approved
Projects
Proposed
Projects
Extended
Forecast
Project Name 2025 Budget 2026 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034-2041
Phased Projects
Road Reconstruction Project 1 (areas of concern) 2,420,000
BF #70576 Post Construction 865,509
BF #72256 (SW-1-32-25-4) Post Construction 760,714
BF 70988 (NW-15-28-21-W4) 401,500
Hamlet Infrastructure Upgrades 1,650,000
BF 02288 (NE-35-28-24-W4) 275,000 1,100,000
Total Phased Projects 4,447,723 1,650,000 275,000 1,100,000 - - - - - - -
Maintenance of Existing Assets
TR34-4 East of 21 B.J. Road Chipseal 1,683,000 2,200,000
Wimborne Groundwater Filtration Upgrade 726,000
Transportation Facilities Projects 489,000
Hamlet of Huxley Wastewater Upgrades 291,500
Major Bridge Maintenance 220,000 242,000 220,000 220,000 220,000 220,000 220,000 220,000 220,000 220,000
SCADA, HMI, PLC Pumphouse Upgrades 198,000 212,000 308,000 212,000 192,000 151,000 20,000 20,000 75,000
Gravel Road Reconstruction 180,000
Kiever Lake Road Maintenance 121,000 300,000
Public Works Renovations 82,500
Council Chamber Refresh 44,000 50,000
Administration and FCSS Parking Lot Assessment 22,000
Linden Road Pavement Overlay 4,039,000 100,000
Twp Road 304 - 1200mm Culvert (SW-27-30-23-W4) 1,430,000 50,000
Rural Road Stabilization Program 412,500 450,000 450,000
Roads in Need (Annual Program) 275,000 2,000,000 275,000 2,250,000 300,000 3,000,000 300,000 3,000,000
Tower Project - repairs 187,000 10,000
Admin & FCSS Parking Lot Repairs 85,300
Swalwell Sewer Line Rehabilitation.(may include water and road upgrades) 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000
Asphalt Pavement Overlays 3,000,000 3,000,000 3,000,000 9,000,000
Torrington Sewer Line Rehabilitation (may include water and road upgrades) 2,000,000 2,000,000 2,000,000
Torrington Lagoon Rehabilitation 1,500,000
Torrington Road Improvements 1,200,000
Swalwell Road Improvements 400,000
Huxley Road Improvements 200,000
Wimborne Road Improvements 160,000
Wimborne Sewer Line Rehabilitation/ Lagoon upgrade 2,500,000
Wimborne and Huxley Waterline Rehabilitation 2,000,000
TR30-4 East of Linden Pavement Overlay
TR30-4 West of Linden & Home Road Pavement Overlay
Swalwell Waterline Rehabilitation
Torrington Waterline Rehabilitation
Total Maintenance of Existing Assets 4,057,000 6,123,500 547,300 5,042,000 7,753,000 6,482,000 5,712,000 5,371,000 5,700,000 5,590,000 15,995,000
Forecast
2027-2033 Project Forecast
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Pre-Approved
Projects
Proposed
Projects
Extended
Forecast
Project Name 2025 Budget 2026 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034-2041
Forecast
2027-2033 Project Forecast
Replacement of Existing Assets
Capital Equipment Plan Replacements 6,247,558 5,256,000 5,010,000 3,124,000 3,083,000 4,100,000 2,170,000 3,525,000 3,069,000
BF 78559 (NW-8-31-25-4) 424,246
Fuel Management System 192,500
Ron Gorr Memorial Arena Boiler Replacement 132,000
IT Capital Plan Purchases 100,700 49,500 34,500 85,000 79,000 80,000 87,000 65,000 50,000
BF 13480 (NW-36-22-25-W4) 88,000 3,520,000 33,000
Camp Kitchen Replacement (Braconnier) 77,000
Three Hills Transfer Station Improvements 44,000
Informational Sign Replacement (HSC) 9,800
Overhead Door Replacements and Repairs 140,300 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000 34,000
Three Hills Shop South Gate Replacement and Security Control Upgrades 88,000
Heater Replacements Three Hills Old Shop 61,600
Body Cam System Replacement 60,000
1-Ton Snowblade (2) 55,000
Building Code Upgrades From FCA Reports 43,500
Sign Storage Building Replacement 11,000
Meehan Cemetery Fence Replacement 8,800
Addition to Torrington Fire Hall 2,500,000
Bridge Replacement Program (2 per year) 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000 1,200,000
Annual HVAC Replacements 54,000 54,000 54,000 54,000 54,000 54,000 54,000
Playground Replacements 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
Acme Grader Shop Replacement 500,000
Tower Decommissioning/Replacement 300,000 300,000 20,000 20,000
Total Replacement of Existing Assets 7,315,804 8,776,000 517,700 8,915,500 4,547,000 5,000,000 5,818,000 3,895,000 4,898,000 4,427,000 -
New Assets
Horseshoe Canyon Interpretive Center/Washroom Planning 81,289
Fencing of Wimborne and Linden Towers 44,000
Swalwell Site Fencing 44,000
Armadillo Traffic Counters 14,300
Class III Landfill Cell (Development and Approval) 275,000 1,958,000
Peace Officer in car radio install 33,000
Armadillo Traffic Counters (2) 15,400
Air Cascade System - Mobile Unit 120,000
Training Props for Mobile Unit 100,000 40,000
Rescue Team Setup, incl Grain Rescue 85,000 15,000 250,000 15,000 20,000 20,000 20,000 20,000
Compressor Station for Torrington Hall 45,000
Gear Wash System in Southern Region of County 30,000
Decontamination / Carcinogenic Mobile Unit 150,000
Sunnyslope System Upgrade and Wimborne Connection 1,250,000 1,250,000
Huxley Rural Water Connection 1,250,000 1,250,000
Gravel Pit Purchase 7,000,000
Total New Assets 183,589 - 323,400 2,338,000 205,000 250,000 15,000 1,270,000 2,520,000 1,270,000 7,020,000
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Projects
Proposed
Projects
Extended
Forecast
Project Name 2025 Budget 2026 2026 2027 2028 2029 2030 2031 2032 2033 2034-2041
Forecast
2027-2033 Project Forecast
Operating Initiatives
Webmap Migration and Enhancement 46,580 10,000 10,000
Fire Incident Reporting Software 40,000 20,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 30,000 30,000 90,000
Business Retention and Expansion 28,100
Economic Development Website 11,600
Kneehill County Data Project 8,400
Business Investment and Attraction 5,500
Generator Maintenance Program 16,500
Total Operating Initiatives 140,180 - 16,500 30,000 35,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 30,000 30,000 90,000
Operating Projects
Horseshoe Canyon Site Selection and Design 330,000
Gravel Pit Drilling Program 253,000
Corporate Initiatives 250,000
Facility Condition Assessment and Asset Retirement Obligation 210,614
Kneehill County Area Structure Plan (ASP) 182,100
Swallwell Infrastructure Master Plan 154,000
Parks & Recreation Needs Assessment 110,000
Equipment Rentals 104,500
Strategic Initiatives 100,000
Utility Master Plan - Torrington 98,346
Economic Development Sector Profiles 66,000
Emergency Management - Functional Exercise 40,000 33,000
Public Engagement for Land Use Bylaw 33,000 12,000
Public Works storage room renovation 27,500
Pavement Condition Assessment Report 22,289
Land Analysis 22,000
Road Network Study 15,633
Automation and Control Systems Master Plan (SCADA) 6,132
WaterCAD Implementation 5,500
Gravel Purchase Program 2,695,000 2,695,000 2,695,000 2,750,000 2,750,000 2,850,000 2,850,000 2,850,000
ERP Implementation 560,000 720,000
Regional SCADA Masterplan 220,000
Three Year Economic Development and Tourism Marketing Strategy and Plan 38,500 40,000
Aerial Photo Update 2026 99,000 100,000
Solid Waste Roll-off Bin Project 35,200
LUCAS for Torrington Fire Department 33,000
County Pasture Rejuvenation 29,700
Weich Shop Upgrades For Facilities & Utilities Maintenance Work 9,100
General Municipal Servicing Standards (GMSS) update 85,000
Economic Development Plan (Business Retention and Investment Attraction) 70,000 70,000
Horseshoe Canyon Trail Project Plan 50,000
Horseshoe Canyon Wayfinding Plan & Design 30,000
Utility Master Plan (Hamlet Study Update - Huxley and Wimborne) 300,000
Total Operating Projects 2,030,614 3,513,500 206,000 3,662,000 2,995,000 2,750,000 2,923,000 2,920,000 2,850,000 2,850,000 -
Total All Forecasted Projects 18,174,910 20,063,000 1,885,900 21,087,500 15,535,000 14,507,000 14,493,000 13,481,000 15,998,000 14,167,000 23,105,000
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 1 of 2
Version: 2022-02
Subject: ANI Policy Review
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Will Nyman
Presented By: Will Nyman
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
In June 2024, Council approved Policy 16-6: Additional Named Insurance Policy, which allows community
groups to be added as an Additional Named Insured under Kneehill County’s insurance coverage. On
October 30, 2025, our insurance provider advised that greater emphasis will be placed on loss
experience when calculating premiums, including claims from Additional Named Insureds. This means
that ANI claims could directly impact our premiums, increasing financial risk for Kneehill County.
Also, on May 14, 2024, Kneehill County Council passed Resolution 134/24 approving Lunch with Friends
Society as an ANI under the County’s insurance policy for the year 2024, with a review planned for 2025 .
To date, they have had no claims, have had no issues, and have been time ly with their responses to our
requests.
Kneehill County currently has the following community groups added as Additional Named covered
parties:
Sunnyslope Community Hall
Hesketh Community Hall
Swalwell Community Hall
Wimborne Community Hall
Kneehill Adult learning
Lunch with Friends
Allowing ANIs is a common practice in municipalities as it allows local community groups to access
insurance coverage at reduced rates. Generally under these programs, the cost of the insurance is paid
by the community group. Costs to the municipality are generally incurred in the form of staff time
necessary to facilitate the application.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 2 of 2
Version: 2022-02
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
To reduce this risk, Administration has updated Policy 16-6 to include a guideline permitting Kneehill
County staff or our insurance representative to inspect any ANI buildings for potential safety hazards that
could lead to claims.”
The ANI policy helps mitigate risk for the County and enables nonprofit organizations within the County to
save on insurance costs, as it is more cost-effective for them to be an ANI under the county rather than
obtaining their own insurance.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
There have been no claims by our ANIs as of now; however, staff time has been spent during the
insurance renewal period gathering information from various community groups for the insurance
renewal.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Policy 16-6 Revised
Policy 16-6 Current
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Council may accept the recommended motion in this report.
2. Council may approve the revisions to Policy 16-6, Additional Named Insurance Policy, and cancel
the approval for Lunch with friends as an additional named insured effective November 1, 2026.
3. Council may provide further direction or parameters regarding eligible entities that could be
approved under the ANI policy either through request to Council or automatically by
Administration.
4. Council could opt to discontinue the ANI program, subject to any cancellation timelines.
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council approves the revisions to Policy 16-6, Additional Named Insurance Policy, and approves
Lunch with Friends as an additional named insured until further notice.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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POLICY
Section Policy No. Page
Financial 16-6 1 of 3
Policy Title Date: Motion No.
Additional Named Insured Policy [Keywords] [Category]
Purpose:
At the discretion of the Kneehill County Council, community, not-for-profit organizations which 1) own and/or
operate public facilities in Kneehill County, and or 2) provide services to Kneehill County residents, may be
authorized to obtain insurance as an “Additional Named Insured” on Kneehill County’s policies.
Policy Guidelines:
Notwithstanding the above, community and not-for-profit organizations utilizing facilities owned by another
municipality are required to first request insurance coverage from said municipality prior to submitting any
request to Kneehill County.
Organizations wishing to obtain insurance coverage through Kneehill County must submit their request in
writing and provide the following information:
Formal name of the organization and facilities.
Address of the organization.
Name and phone number of a contact person.
Society registration number.
Description of the facility, service, operations and activities that are to be insured.
Legal land description of the property on which the facility to be insured is located.
Building and contents value of any facilities to be insured.
Listing of any special events or activities that may be considered high risk (i.e.:
rodeo, skiing).
Requested insurance commencement date.
Any other information required by the insurer.
In addition to the existing guidelines outlined in the policy for obtaining insurance coverage through Kneehill
County, it is expected that all community and not-for-profit organizations, especially those providing food
services or working with vulnerable populations, adhere to best practices to mitigate risks associated with such
activities.
1. Food Services: Organizations providing food services are expected to follow best practices, which may
include but are not limited to:
Certification by Alberta Health or relevant local health authorities.
Ensuring food handlers have appropriate training and certification.
Compliance with food safety regulations and standards.
Implementation of proper hygiene and sanitation practices.
2. Volunteer Screening: Organizations working with vulnerable populations are required to conduct a
thorough screening of volunteers, which may include:
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POLICY
Section Policy No. Page
Financial 16-6 2 of 3
Policy Title Date: Motion No.
Additional Named Insured Policy [Keywords] [Category]
Completion of security clearances for volunteers working with vulnerable populations.
Verification of volunteers' credentials and qualifications.
Obtaining drivers' abstracts for individuals driving others to appointments or events as
volunteers.
3. Once a community group is added as an Additional Named Insured, Kneehill County reserves the right
to inspect any buildings for potential hazards or safety concerns. These inspections will be conducted
by Kneehill County Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) staff or the County’s insurance
representative.
These measures aim to minimize potential risks to the community, ensuring the safety and well-being of all
individuals involved in activities and services provided by community organizations. Community Organizations
approved to obtain insurance coverage through Kneehill County will be responsible for all premiums related to
them being an “Additional Named Insured.”
All requests for insurance coverage are subject to the approval of Kneehill County’s insurance carrier.
Policy Procedure:
1. Interest must be initiated by the Community Group by contacting Kneehill County’s Corporate Services
Insurance Representative.
2. The Community Group must complete an application provided by the Corporate Services Insurance
Representative to receive an insurance quote.
3. Upon receipt of a quote, the Community Group needs to approve the insurance quote by writing a
letter to Kneehill County stating the Quote has been accepted.
4. The accepted quote and all required information must be supplied to Kneehill County.
5. The Corporate Services Insurance Representative will present a Request for Decision on the
Community Group’s behalf to Council; Council can approve or deny any Community Group’s bid to be
an Additional Named Insured.
6. If approved, the Corporate Services Insurance Representative will provide the insurance company with
the approved Council minutes and an agreement for the Chief administrative officer to sign.
7. At this time a letter will be sent to the Community Group communicating the approval and attaching
an agreement to be signed by the group’s representative.
Lonnie McCook,
Reeve
Mike Haugen,
CAO
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POLICY
Section Policy No. Page
Financial 16-6 3 of 3
Policy Title Date: Motion No.
Additional Named Insured Policy [Keywords] [Category]
Approved: [Keywords] [Category]
Review Date: June 2028
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 1 of 3
Version: 2022-02
Subject: ACP Grant Application – SCADA Master Plan
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure
Presented By: Mike Ziehr, Director of Infrastructure
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Aqua 7 Regional Water Commission currently provides regional water servicing to seven member
municipalities (Acme, Carbon, Linden, Beiseker, Irricana, Rockyview County, and Kneehill County).
Kneehill County is contracted to operate and maintain the Regional Pumphouse and the Regional
transmission line. Invoices are submitted to the commission monthly for any expenses or labour incurred.
The Aqua 7 system utilizes a centralized Supervisory Control and Da ta Acquisition (SCADA) system, the
SCADA system is a critical piece of infrastructure and is used daily for operational control of the water
system. A SCADA system's primary functions are to monitor, control, and collect data from processes
across large areas. It does this by acquiring data from remote equipment, analyzing it in real-time, and
displaying it on a Human-Machine Interface (HMI), which allows operators to control and manage the
processes.
Key functions of a SCADA system
Data Acquisition: Gathers real-time data from sensors and equipment, such as temperature,
pressure, flow rates, and equipment status (on/off).
Supervisory Control: Allows operators to monitor and send commands to industrial equipment,
such as starting or stopping pumps, opening or closing valves, or adjusting machine speeds.
SCADA systems typically set setpoints for processes, while other devices like Programmable
Logic Controllers (PLCs) handle the real-time control.
Data Analysis and Display: Processes the raw data and displays it in a user-friendly format on
the HMI. This includes real-time values, historical trends, and performance summaries.
Alarming: Triggers alerts for operators when abnormal conditions or dangerous situations arise,
such as when a sensor reading goes outside a predefined range. These alarms can be prioritized
to help operators respond to critical issues first.
Data Logging: Records system events, alarms, and process data to log files for later analysis,
troubleshooting, and reporting.
Process Automation: Automates control actions based on the data collected, reducing the need
for manual intervention in complex or large-scale operations
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 2 of 3
Version: 2022-02
The existing SCADA system has been in operation since 2005, when the Water Commission began
operations. Recent communication failures, programming issues, data logging limitations, and nearing the
end of the useful life of the equipment/software have raised the importance of developing a long-term
assessment and replacement strategy for the regional system.
The Alberta Community Partnership (ACP) grant program is an initiative developed by the Province with
the intent of improving the long-term viability of municipal governments by supporting regional
collaboration and capacity building projects. Within the scope of the ACP grant is the Intermunicipal
Collaboration (IC) component which provides funding to partnerships of 2 or more local governments to
develop regional plans, service delivery frameworks and regional service delivery efficiencies that align
with broader regional or municipal priorities and initiatives.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Kneehill County has the opportunity to apply for the ACP-IC grant on behalf of the Aqua 7 Regional Water
Commission, as the eligibility requirements for the grant do not allow for a commission to apply directly.
The ACP-IC grant requires that a supporting municipal partner be included in the application. The Village
of Acme Council passed a motion on November 10th, 2025 indicating that they will participate with the
County as a project partner on this initiative.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
The Regional SCADA Master Plan fees are anticipated to be approximately $200,000. Under the grant
guidelines, the ACP-IC grant would fund 100% of the consultant fees. Ineligible costs include Kneehill
County staff wages and capital expenditures.
Kneehill County staff wages in correlation to the study would be included with monthly invoices to the
Commission.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
ACP grant application – Regional SCADA Master Plan proposal
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council approve the recommended motion as presented.
2. That Council not approve the recommended motion as presented.
3. That Council suggest alternate options to the motion.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council approve the submission of a 2025/26 Alberta Community Partnership grant application in
support of the Regional SCADA Master Plan project and acknowledge that the County will manage the
grant project and related compliance requirements.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Kneehill County will apply for the Alberta Community Partnership (ACP) grant (IC component) to provide
full funding for the Regional SCADA Master Plan. The grant application deadline is November 28th, 2025.
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Page 3 of 3
Version: 2022-02
If funding is received, Kneehill County will be the managing partner for the grant and will provide contract
management and reporting throughout the project.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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2025/26 Alberta Community Partnership
Kneehill County – Regional SCADA Master Plan
Draft Project Description:
The partnership between Kneehill County and the Village of Acme is a collaboration with a history of
shared municipal service delivery in such areas as regional land use, emergency management,
transportation, water and wastewater management, and recreation. The partnership recognizes the
importance of technology and the significant role it plays in all areas of municipal service delivery, most
especially in water and wastewater delivery. The development of a collaborative regional supervisory
control and data acquisition (SCADA) master plan will inform and guide optimal regional service delivery
through a coordinated approach to integrated water and wastewater data collection and monitoring.
SCADA systems ensure the safe and efficient operation of water and wastewater facilities, and
continuity of service to utility customers. Comprised of field devices, controllers, communication
networks, and a human-machine interface, a SCADA system collects and analyzes real-time data,
interacts with sensors, motors and valves, records events, and enables operational oversight to
supervise and intervene as necessary.
Kneehill County, on behalf of Aqua 7 Regional Water Commission, operates regional water and
wastewater infrastructure and has developed a SCADA system to include regional facilities through
varying degrees of integration. Issues have been encountered in recent years with the SCADA system
pertaining to communications and programming, operational access, and vendor level software support.
This has been deemed a critical time to develop a regional SCADA master plan to provide the
partnership with a planning tool for the design, cost options, and implementation strategies for SCADA
system improvements in both the SCADA system operational interface as well as field level automation.
The regional SCADA master plan will identify deficiencies and options to maximize the use of a regional
SCADA system in support of critical water and wastewater service delivery and inform future
infrastructure and development opportunities.
The partnership will undertake the following activities:
1. Stakeholder consultation.
2. Data collection, review and analysis of existing system architecture, flow diagrams, and panel
drawings.
3. Review and analysis of policies and procedures, and industry best practices and trends.
4. Complete a gaps assessment that includes requirements and risk analysis, and an evaluation
matrix of development options that includes:
a. system architecture design, and supporting requirements
b. acquisition parameters
c. cybersecurity risk analysis
d. licensing requirements
e. disaster recovery strategy
f. alarm and event management options
5. Development of regional SCADA master plan that includes detailed design, cost models, and an
implementation strategy.
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Regional Benefits:
The regional SCADA master plan will inform a municipal service delivery framework which will have
several regional benefits to the partnership and stakeholders beyond the partnership. This includes:
The regional SCADA master plan is foundational to water and wastewater planning and
management and is key to ensuring the region is positioned to provide sustainable and safe
water and wastewater services.
The regional SCADA master plan addresses coordination of vital water and wastewater service
planning to support and guide development in an orderly, economic, efficient, and sustainable
fashion.
The project will prioritize regional, operational, and technical requirements that will support a
system that enables quick response to issues so they can be corrected before it impacts end-
users and becomes a catastrophic system failure.
The regional SCADA master plan will enable proactive maintenance to anticipate and eliminate
system failures before they become an issue. This enables the partnership to solve issues before
they affect operations and will extend life expectancy of the system which will result in cost
savings for the partnership and subsequently, the utility users.
The project will establish integrity, accountability and increase awareness of regional water and
wastewater systems and operations.
A high-functioning, integrated system allows the partnership to ensure asset security and
identify long-term water and wastewater service delivery trends. Further, this will lead to the
identification of potential operational and cost efficiencies which can be downloaded to
residents.
Draft Council Resolutions:
For Project Manager:
So moved that Kneehill County supports the submission of a 2025/26 Alberta Community Partnership
grant application in support of the Regional SCADA Master Plan project and is prepared to manage the
grant project and related compliance requirements. There is no matching contribution required.
For Project Participant(s):
So moved that the Village of Acme supports Kneehill County’s (managing partner) submission of a
2025/26 Alberta Community Partnership grant application in support of the Regional SCADA Master Plan
project. There is no matching contribution required.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 1 of 2
Version: 2022-02
Subject: Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: John McKiernan, Manager of Utilities
Presented By: John McKiernan, Manager of Utilities
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Kneehill County currently has a policy that provides direction when a resident requests an increase in
water volume beyond the standard full flow of 4 imperial gallons per minute (IGPM). As part of the
ongoing policy review process, Policy 14-15 is being brought forward for consideration.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The edited policy being presented is largely unchanged from the current version, with only minor wording
and grammatical adjustments. The primary addition is a new requirement for applicants to state the
purpose for requesting an increased water volume. This change is reflected within the body of the policy.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
Staffing implications are administrative in nature and include processing payments, coordinating the water
model study, and presenting the results for Council’s direction.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Current Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume
Proposed Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
Page 2 of 2
Version: 2022-02
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Approve the proposed Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume.
2. Amend and approve Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume.
3. Not Approve the proposed Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume.
4. Receive as information.
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council approve the proposed Policy 14-15, Increased Water Volume with the recommended
revisions.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
If approved, notification of new Policy will be distributed internally.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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POLICY
Section Policy No. Page
Environmental Services 14-15 1 of 3
Policy Title Date: Motion No.
Increased Water Volume14-15
Increased Water Volume14-15
Increased water volumes 2025.11.24
rev.docx
November 24,
2020November 25,
2025
514/2020
Purpose:
To eEstablish guidelines for landowners/residents requesting a greater volume of water than what is defined
as a full flow service of 4 imperial gallons per minute (igpm) the potential maximum of 4 igpm @ 40 psi on a
Kneehill County rural waterline.
Policy Guidelines:
1. At the request of a landowner/resident for a greater volume of water, the County will undertake a
water model study to determine if the request is possiblefeasible and does not cause adverse effects
to the water system.
2. The water modelling will be performed by an engineering firm contracted by the County and a fee to
will be charged to the applicant. The fee will be established by Council through the Master Rates Bylaw
and is non-refundable. No water modeling model will commence until the application and subsequent
fee is received by the County. The application form is attached as Schedule A.
2.3. Applicant must include on the application form; the reason for the increased flow request.
3.4. Upon completion of the water model study the informationthe results and applicant information will
be presented to Kneehill County Council for approvalacceptance of the results and decision of the
increased flow request.
4.5. If Council approves the connection for increased flow the landowner/resident shall pay as follows:
a) If an existing curb stop is already in place and has been previously paid for or is
currently being paid for, the fee to increase the volume shall be taken from the
County’s Master Rates Bylaw. The landowner/resident will be required to submit full
payment of the fees prior to an increase in volume is received.
b) If no curb stop is in place, a curb stop will be placed at the property line of the parcel
as identified in the water model application (Policy 14-12)) to determine waterline
connection). The fee (Connection Fee) will be as set out in the Master Rates Bylaw. A
second fee to increase the volume shall be taken form from the County’s Master
Rates Bylaw. The landowner/resident will be required to submit payment of both
fees prior to a connection being be made
5.6. A second curb stop will not be installed. The increased volume shall be accommodated through one
curb stop and one meter.
6.7. The flow will still be restricted by a flow restrictor. The flow restrictor will be installed and sized to
allow for the increased volume.
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Section Policy No. Page
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Policy Title Date: Motion No.
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7.8. Although a water model may indicate a greater volume is available, the volume may not always be
guaranteed to be constantly at this volume.
8.9. If, in the future, the County waterline becomes overburdened due to the increased volumes at these
sites, Kneehill County reserves the right to decrease the volume of water to the original defined
potential maximum offull flow of 4 igpm at 40 psi. This shall be done to preserve the integrity of the
waterline intended to provide County residents with a source of potable water at their residences.
9.10. There shall be no refund of payment made or a pro-rated refund of any kind if the
County deems it necessary to decrease the volume of water back to the original design before the
volume increase.
Policy Procedure
1. Upon receipt of a completed water model application for increased flow and the remittal of the fee as
per the Master Rates Bylaw, Kneehill County will undertake a water model study through a contracted
engineering firm
2. Upon receipt of the water model study results, the application and results will be presented to Kneehill
County Council for acceptance of the results and decision of the increased volume if applicable.
3. If the request is approved by Kneehill County Council, the applicant will be notified of the outcome of
the decision. The applicant will then remit the fee (or fees) required as per the Master Rates Bylaw.
4. If the request is denied by Kneehill County Council, the applicant will be notified of the decision. The
water model fee will not be reimbursed.
Jerry WittstockLonnie McCook,
Reeve
Mike Haugen,
CAO
Approved: November 10, 2015 466/15
Approved: November 24, 2020November 25, 2025 514/2020
Review Date: November 24, 2024Four years from last approval date
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2020November 25,
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Bridge File #13480 Additional Information – Rehabilitation Options
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Andrew Phillips, Manager of Operations
Presented By: Andrew Phillips, Manager of Operations
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
BF-13480
2024 BIM Inspection
The County’s Bridge Inspection Consultant completed a review of BF 13480 and provided an overall
structural rating of 33.3%.
2025 Capital Budget – Approved
As part of the 2025 Capital Budget, Council approved $88,000 to retain a professional consulting firm to
complete a Preliminary Engineering Report—outlining bridge rehabilitation options and
recommendations—and to prepare a detailed design.
2026 Capital Budget – Pre-Approval
As part of the 2026 Capital Budget (Pre-Approval), Council approved $ 3,520,000 for the construction of a
28-metre, three-span concrete girder bridge structure, contingent on obtaining STIP grant funding. This
amount also included the remaining components of the consultant’s proposal, such as construction
inspection and post-construction services, and contingency (increased bid amounts beyond the
consultants estimate and potential unforeseen change orders during construction).
Council Request to Review the Preliminary Engineering Report
At the November 12, 2025, Regular Council Meeting, the Operations Department presented an RFD
requesting authorization to apply for STIP funding for BF 13480 . Following this presentation, Council
directed Administration to provide additional information from the Preliminary Engineering Report as
prepared by the bridge consulting engineer.
Council’s primary concern was the consultant’s recommended replacement structure - a 28-metre, three-
span concrete girder bridge - which would require installation of a guardrail system under the
Transportation and Economic Corridor’s (TEC) Roadside Design Guide (RDG). Council expressed
concern that the guardrail may interfere with the movement of local agricultural equipment crossing the
bridge.
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Version: 2022-02
Submitted with this RFD is the Bridge File #13480 Preliminary Engineering Report, which outlines the
available rehabilitation options for the bridge structure, including the advantages and disadvantages of
each option.
In addition to the Preliminary Engineering Report, Administration has prepared a third option for Council’s
consideration to address concerns raised by agricultural producers regarding guardrail heights and their
impact on farm equipment. Based on the consultants Tech Memo, this option proposes extending the
length of the twin-culvert system, eliminating the need for guardrails, and includes a subsequent cost
estimate.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Administration is providing Council with the following documents:
- Preliminary Engineering Report, which outlines the two rehabilitation options, including the
advantages and disadvantages of each option.
- Technical Memo – Which discusses Option #3 (Extended Culvert system (no guard rail design),
with the associated cost estimate. The technical memo also contains the advantages and
disadvantages of all three (3) options.
- Consulting Firms email – reiterating the originally findings of the recommended 28m three span
concrete girder bridge structure.
Overall guard rail heights (Included in the Technical Memo):
Option #1 – 3 span concrete girder bridge structure – 827mm (32.56”)
Option #2 – Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts with Guardrail System – 730mm (28.74”)
Option #3 – Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts – No Guardrails option – NA
The recommended guardrail placement for both Option #1 and Option #2 is at the edge of pavement. The
consultant has identified the potential for a post and cable barrier option that will require an individual
design based on site specific parameters as it is not in line with standard specifications.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
STIP Application timeline of November 30, 2025
The estimated construction cost of the three span standard bridge replacement is $2,983,968. If
approved, the County would contribute $754,992 from the Roads Reserve while the remaining
$2,237,976 would come from provincial STIP Funding.
Requesting the Consultant to complete a Re-design of either Option #2 or #3
The detailed design phase of the three span bridge option is nearing completion. Completing the detailed
design of the bridge size culvert option will require additional funds to complete. Staff can obtain these
costs at Council’s request.
Options #2 & #3 will also require further investigation into potential land acquisition and environmental
approvals. These investigations should be carried out prior to any applications for grant funding to ensure
all expenses are included in the application.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
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Version: 2022-02
ATTACHMENTS:
Bridge File 13480 Preliminary Engineering Report
Bridge File 13480 Culvert and Guardrail Technical Memo
Bridge File 13480 Consultant Email
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council direct staff to investigate updated cost estimates for detailed design of the bridge
sized culvert option #1. These estimates would be brought back for Council review and approval
prior to proceeding.
2. That Council direct staff to investigate updated cost estimates for detailed design of the bridge
sized culvert option #2. These estimates would be brought back for Council review and approval
prior to proceeding.
3. That Council approve the STIP grant funding application for the three span standard bridge
option.
4. That Council provide an alternate motion of Council’s choosing.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council approve the application to the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program (STIP) to help
fund the construction of a three span standard bridge replacement for BF #13480.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
If Council approves the request, Administration will apply for STIP funding for BF #13480.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Cost Estimates
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Site Photos
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Design Information
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Statement of Limitations
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Contact
Ryan Hall, P. Eng.
Project Manager
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TECHNICAL MEMORANDUM
To
Andrew Phillips, P.L.(Eng.)
Operations Manager
Kneehill County
From
Gary Wei, P.Eng.
Bridge and Structural Engineer
McElhanney Ltd.
Re
BF 13480 Culvert Option and Guardrail Details
Date
November 18, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
Kneehill County (KC) has requested McElhanney Ltd. (McElhanney) to provide additional details and a
cost estimate for the twin SPCSP replacement option, with the objective of eliminating the need for
guardrails by extending the culverts. This memo will also include a comparison of barrier system heights
between the strong-post guardrail and the thrie-beam SLW bridgerail.
2. TWIN SPCSP CULVERTS – NO GUARDRAILS
A minimum clear zone distance of 8.0 m is recommended for a recoverable fill slope, as outlined in Table
H3.1 of the Transportation and Economic Corridor’s (TEC) Roadside Design Guide (RDG) and based on
the severity of the hazard. As shown in Figure 1, this requirement can be met by flattening the road
sideslopes and extending the culvert. Since the proposed design satisfies the clear zone criteria,
guardrails will not be required per the RDG. However, given the severity of the hazard (vertical drop of
5.5 m into water of greater depth than 1.0 m), a barrier system remains the most effective mitigation
strategy from a road safety perspective.
Figure 1- 5.54 m SPCSP Culvert Profile
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A Class B cost estimate has been prepared for th is option and is compared with the previous replacement
alternatives provided during Preliminary Engineering. A detailed breakdown of the cost for this option is
attached in Appendix A and summarized in Table 1.
Table 1 - Replacement Alternatives Cost Comparison
Alternative *Conceptual
Cost
**Design
Lifespan (years)
Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts – No Guardrails $3,500,000 50
Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts with Guardrail System $2,900,000 50
28.0 m long Three-span (8.0 m - 12.0 m – 8.0 m) Type
SLW-510 Concrete Girder Bridge $2,950,000 75
*Costs include estimated bridge related engineering budget and contingency
**Design lifespan is estimated based on experience with similar structures and assumes proper
construction practices are followed.
A net present value (NPV) analysis in Table 2 has been completed to compare lifecycle costs between
the SPCSP culvert options versus the type SLW-510 concrete girder bridge over 75 years, assuming a
4% interest rate.
𝑃𝑉=𝐹𝑉
(1 +𝑖)𝑛
Table 2 - NPV Analysis
Timeline
Twin 5.54 m dia. SPCSP
Culverts – No
Guardrails
Twin 5.54 m dia.
SPCSP Culverts SLW-510 Concrete
Girder Bridge
Approximate Net present Cost (Salvage Value in Parenthesis)
Year 0 $3,500,000 $2,900,000 $2,950,000
Year 50 $490,000 $400,000 -
Year 75 (-$90,000) (-$80,000) $156,000
Total NPV over
75 years $3,900,000 $3,220,000 $3,110,000
Based on the NPV analysis, the twin 5.54 m diameter SPCSP culverts with no guardrails is the most
expensive option. The SLW-510 Concrete Girder Bridge alternative is more cost-effective than both the
twin culvert options.
A comparison of the advantages and disadvantages with this option is added is outlined in Table 3.
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Table 3 – Alternative Advantages and Disadvantages`
Option Advantages Disadvantages
Twin 5.54 m dia. SPCSP
Culverts – No Guardrails
(0.7 m grade raise)
1. Meets all hydrotechnical design
criteria.
2. No guardrails ensures farming
equipment can cross the structure
without clearance issues.
1. Highest cost option.
2. Provides less freeboard (0.4 m).
3. Requires cast-in-place concrete collars.
4. Large amount of backfill required.
5. Additional grade raise required for cover.
6. Shorter lifespan (50 years) and less cost
effective based on Net Present Value analysis.
7. Least effective mitigation strategy for the
protection of road users.
8. Largest footprint, most difficult to acquire
permits.
9. Detailed Design rework of $45,000 is required.
Twin 5.54 m dia. SPCSP
Culverts with Guardrail
System (0.7 m grade
raise)
1. Meets all hydrotechnical design
criteria.
2. Barrier system is considered a
more effective mitigation strategy for
the protection of road users.
3. Decreases the overall guard rail
height by 97 mm compared to Bridge
Option.
1. Smaller overall opening.
2. Provides less freeboard (0.4 m).
3. Requires cast-in-place concrete collars.
4. Large amount of backfill required.
5. Additional grade raise required for cover.
6. Shorter lifespan (50 years) and slightly less
cost effective based on Net Present Value
analysis.
7. Large footprint, difficult to acquire permits.
8. Guardrails may cause issues for farm
equipment and affect nearby farming community.
9. Detailed Design rework of $45,000 is required.
28.0 m long Three-span
(8 m – 12.0 m - 8 m)
Type SLW-510 concrete
girder Bridge (0.4 m
grade raise)
1. Meets all hydraulic design criteria.
2. Provides more freeboard (0.8 m).
3. Smallest grade raise required to
smooth out transition at crossing.
4. Provides a large opening for drift
passage and flood conditions.
5. Longer lifespan (75 years) and
more cost effective based on Net
Present Value analysis.
6. The detailed design is 70%
complete.
7. Smallest footprint, easiest to
acquire permits.
8. Recommended option by
Professional firm based on
Preliminary Engineering.
1. Requires piles which result in uncertainty in
construction costs (can be mitigated with
geotechnical investigation).
2. Guardrails may cause issues for farm
equipment and affect nearby farming community.
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3. TL-2 BRIDGERAIL VS STRONG POST W-BEAM GUARDRAIL
TEC’s standard drawing S-1797-20 TL-2 Thrie Beam Bridgerail on 75 mm High Curb with Strong Post
W-Beam details the barrier system for a SLW-510 Bridge. As shown in Figure 2, the total maximum
height of the thrie beam bridgerail is 827 mm top of finished roadway. For a culvert alternative utilizing
strong post W-beam blocked-out guardrail (TEB 3.09), the maximum total height (including posts) is
730 mm from the top of finished roadway as shown in Figure 3.
Figure 3 – Strong Post W-Beam Blocked Out Guardrail Details
Figure 2 - TL-2 Trie Beam Bridgerail on 75 mm High Curb with Strong Post Details
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Figure 2 - Guardrail Overall Height Comparison
Alternative Maximum Guardrail
System Height (mm)
Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts – No Guardrails N/A
Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts with Guardrail System 730
28.0 m long Three-span (8.0 m - 12.0 m – 8.0 m) Type
SLW-510 Concrete Girder Bridge 827
CLOSING
This memorandum provides the results of a high-level exercise to explore the design changes required
and to provide a cost estimate for the twin culverts option without guardrails. A comparison of the barrier
system heights between the strong-post guardrail and the SLW bridgerail are also provided.
If you have any questions, please contact the undersigned.
Prepared by:
DRAFT
Reviewed by:
DRAFT
Gary Wei, P.Eng.
Bridge Engineer
Ryan Hall, P.Eng.
Division Manager, Transportation – Bridges
Enc. Appendix A
Appendix B
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APPENDIX A
Cost Estimate – Twin 5.54 m SPCSP Culverts – No Guardrails
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Culvert Type: Galvanized Coating (g/m2): 915 Bridge File: 13480
Inside Dia. (m): 5.54 Thickness (mm): 4 Number of Pipes: 2 Date: 11/18/2025
Invert Length (m): 51.20 Corrugation Prof.: 152 mm x 51 mm Surface Area (m2):1782 Prepared By: G.Wei, R. Hall
Item Reference Description Unit
Estimated
Quantity
Estimated
Rate
Estimated
Contract Cost
1 Mobilization 10% Lump Sum 1 290,000.00$ 290,000.00$
2 Site Occupancy Days 50 1,500.00$ 75,000.00$
3 Traffic Accommodation for Bridge Construction Lump Sum 1 25,000.00$ 25,000.00$
4 Site Isolation and Water Accommodation Lump Sum 1 100,000.00$ 100,000.00$
5 Fish Capture and Release Days 4 4,500.00$ 18,000.00$
6 Total Suspended Solids (TSS) Testing Days 8 1,500.00$ 12,000.00$
7 Demolition and Disposal of Bridge Structure Lump Sum 1 150,000.00$ 150,000.00$
8 Excavation - Structural m3 3500 50.00$ 175,000.00$
9 m 102.40 5,500.00$ 563,200.00$
10 SPCSP - Assembly m 102.40 2,000.00$ 204,800.00$
11 Backfill - Granular m3 2200 100.00$ 220,000.00$
12 Backfill - Non Granular (Clay Seals)m3 3400 70.00$ 238,000.00$
13 Concrete End Treatment Collars 4 75,000.00$ 300,000.00$
14 m3 500 350.00$ 175,000.00$
15 Culvert Embankment & Berm Construction m3 2500 50.00$ 125,000.00$
16 Grading - Common Material m3 3000 50.00$ 150,000.00$
17 GBC (Des 2, CL 25) Tonne 675 30.00$ 20,250.00$
18 Tonne 975 100.00$ 97,500.00$
21 New Fence -Supply and Install - Class B km 0.20 20,000.00$ 4,000.00$
22 Straw Rolls m 400 20.00$ 8,000.00$
23 Erosion Control Soil Covering – Type B m2 600 10.00$ 6,000.00$
15%
Unit Price Averages 2020 2021 2022 Contract Unit Price 1,620$
All Culverts 1,352$ 1,718$ 1,805$ Unit Price Excluding Traffic Accommodation and Roadway Work 1,380$
Central Region 1,552$ 1,726$ 2,118$
Fill Height > 6 m 1,092$ 1,872$ 1,344$
Fill Height < 6 m 1,579$ 1,632$ 2,359$
Notes:
1 Unit Prices are based on Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors averages, local market, past experience, and engineering judgement.
2 Assumptions were made to develop these quantities that might change as design develops.
3 Roadway Work Items includes top soil handling and seeding
4 Materials prices may be unpredictable due to supply chain challenges.
Environmental
BF 13480 - Bridge Culvert Construction and Other Work
Design Cost Estimate "B"
Range Road 251, Threehills Creek
Kneehill County
Structural Plate Corrugated Steel Pipe (SPCSP)
Contingencies 432,263$
Heavy Rock Riprap (Class 1)
Roadway Work
ACP Surfacing - EPS Mix Type M1
Erosion Control
Devices
SPCSP - Supply
CONTRACT COST 2,956,750$
MODIFIED COST (EXCLUDING SITE OCCUPANCY) 2,881,750$
Engineering Budget (Design, Tendering, and Construction) 12-Mar-25 182,292$
TOTAL PROJECT COST 3,496,305$
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Statement of Limitations
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human intervention at or near the site may substantially alter such evaluations and conclusions. Construction
activities can significantly alter soil, rock and other geologic conditions on the site. McElhanney should be requested
to re-evaluate the conclusions of this report and to provide amendments as required prior to any reliance upon the
information presented herein upon any of the following events: a) any changes (or possible changes) as to the site,
purpose, or development plans upon which this report was based, b) any changes to applicable laws subsequent to
the issuance of the report, c) new information is discovered in the future during site excavations, construction,
building demolition or other activities, or d) additional subsurface assessments or testing conducted by others.
Independent Judgments. McElhanney will not be responsible for the independent conclusions, interpretations,
interpolations and/or decisions of the Client, or others, who may come into possession of this report, or any part
thereof. This restriction of liability includes decisions made to purchase, finance or sell land or with respect to public
offerings for the sale of securities.
Cost Estimates and Construction Schedules. This construction cost estimate and construction schedule have
been prepared using the design and technical information currently available, and without the benefit of survey,
geotechnical or environmental information. Furthermore, McElhanney cannot predict the competitive environment,
weather or other unforeseen conditions that will prevail at the time that contractors will prepare their bids. The cost
estimate and construction schedule are therefore subject to factors over which McElhanney has no control, and
McElhanney does not guarantee or warrant the accuracy of such estimate or schedule.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Bylaw 1924 Draft Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development
Presented By: Barb Hazelton, Manager of Planning & Development
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Municipal Government Act (MGA)
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Land Use Bylaw 1808, Bylaw 1784 Municipal Planning Commission
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Municipal Government Act requires that a Council, must, by bylaw, provide for a subdivision authority
and a development authority to perform powers and duties on behalf of the municipality. These powers
are outlined in Bylaw 1784, the Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw as well as Land Use Bylaw 1808.
With the exception of a change in 2016 to allow the commission to include all members of Council and a
minor wording amendment in 2019, this bylaw has not been reviewed since 1995.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Administration has attached a copy of the existing bylaw as well as a copy of the bylaw with some
proposed changes for Council consideration. The duties of the development authority are outlined in both
this bylaw and the Land Use Bylaw.
The Planning Department oversees all applications and processes as required by the legislation. Reports
regarding subdivision applications and discretionary use development permits are drafted and presented
to the Municipal Planning Commission. Under this bylaw the Municipal Planning Commission is the
decision authority for these applications. Administration is proposing that this remains the same in the
draft bylaw. Reports presented will outline the applicable sections of both the Municipal Development
Plan and the Land Use Bylaw for each site.
The Land Use Bylaw outlines the zoning and specific requirements for each application and that
information is included in the reports.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
There are no additional impacts to the budget as these activities fall under the existing operating budget.
No additional staff will be required.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
ATTACHMENTS:
Draft Bylaw 1924 – Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw
Bylaw 1784 – Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Council move first reading of Bylaw 1924 Municipal Planning Commission as presented.
2. Council move first reading of Bylaw 1924 Municipal Planning Commission as amended.
3. Council consider further readings of Bylaw 1924.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
That Council move first reading of Bylaw 1924 Municipal Planning Commission as presented.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will follow the direction of Council and will ensure the development authority process will
be followed as adopted by bylaw.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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BYLAW NO 1924
MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION BYLAW
A BYLAW OF KNEEHILL COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO ESTABLISH THE
MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION AS THE SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
FOR THE MUNICIPALITY
WHEREAS, Sections 623, and 625 of the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statues of Alberta,
2000, Chapter M-26 provide that Council, must by bylaw, establish a subdivision and
development authority approving body.
NOW THEREFORE, the Council of Kneehill County, duly assembled, enacts as follows: This
bylaw may be cited as the Kneehill County Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw.
PART ONE INTRODUCTION
1. TITLE
This Bylaw shall be known as the “Municipal Planning Commission Bylaw”.
2. DEFINITIONS
In this bylaw the following words and phrases mean:
“Act” refers to the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statutes of Alberta
“Commission” refers to the Municipal Planning Commission of Kneehill County.
“Conflict of Interest” as defined by Section 169 of the Municipal Government Act
“Council” means the Council of Kneehill County.
“Members at Large” refers to a member of the public appointed by Council to a
Committee of Council.
“Municipality” means Kneehill County, a municipal corporation in the Province of
Alberta, and where the context requires, means the area contained within the
corporate boundaries of the said municipality.
“Pecuniary Interest” as defined by Section 169 of the Municipal Government Act.
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PART TWO ESTABLISHMENT OF THE MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION
1. That a commission known as the Municipal Planning Commission of Kneehill
County hereinafter called “the Commission” is hereby established to act as a
subdivision and development authority.
2. The Commission is hereby established and shall consist of the following:
a) The Commission may be composed of all members of Council who shall be
appointed by resolution of Council. Council may appoint up to two
additional Members at Large at their discretion.
b) The term of office of the members of the Commission shall be one year and
may be renewed by further resolution of Council.
c) No person who is a member of the Subdivision and Development Appeal
Board shall be appointed to act as a member of the Commission.
d) Any vacancy caused by death, retirement or resignation of a member may be
filled by a resolution of Council.
e) The Commission shall not be disbanded, nor a member of it be discharged
without just cause.
PART THREE DUTIES OF THE COMMISSION
1. The Commission shall consider applications with regard to the planning of
orderly and sustainable development within the municipality and shall seek to
ensure that any proposed subdivision and development is in accordance with the
purpose, scope or intent of the Municipal Development Plan, Land Use Bylaw
and Provincial Acts and Regulations.
2. The Commission or the Development Officer is hereby authorized and assigned
by Council to act as a development authority to receive, consider and decide on
applications for development permits in the manner prescribed in the Land Use
Bylaw.
3. The Commission is hereby authorized and assigned by Council to act as a
Subdivision Approving Authority and to receive, consider and decide on
subdivision applications received by the municipality and to make
recommendations on those subdivision applications which may be referred to
the municipality due to the close proximity of the land to the municipal
boundaries.
4. The office of Secretary Clerk for the Commission is hereby constituted and shall
be filled by appointment of an employee of the municipality, by Council, but
that person shall not have a vote.
PART FOUR SECRETARY CLERK FOR THE COMMISSION
1. The Secretary Clerk of the Commission shall:
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a) Notify all members of the Commission of the arrangements for the holding of
each meeting of the Commission.
b) Ensure the required notice of the meeting is given to all affected parties, as
specified in the Act.
c) Prepare and maintain a file of the written minutes of the business transacted
at all the meetings of the Commission.
d) The Secretary Clerk and or the Development Officer will issue to all affected
parties and persons, notices of the decisions of the Commission.
e) Ensure that parties can participate by electronic means if they are unable to
participate in person.
f) Changes or cancellations of scheduled meetings may be done through email
by the SecretaryClerk.
g) Carry out such other administrative duties as the Commission may specify.
PART FIVE CONDUCT OF BUSINESS
1. Council, at its annual organizational meeting, shall appoint the Chairperson and
the Vice Chairperson from its members.
2. Council, at its annual organizational meeting, shall appoint up to two members
at large to sit on the Commission.
3. Quorum shall be 50% plus 1 of the members of the Commission for the making
of all decisions and for completing any action required or permitted to be done
by the Chairman.
4. Only those members of the Commission present at a meeting of the Commission
either in person or virtually, shall vote on any matter before it.
5. The decision of the majority of the members present at a meeting duly
convened, shall be deemed to be the decision of the whole Commission.
6. The Commission shall hold such meetings as are necessary to fulfill the
Commission’s responsibilities.
7. The Commission may make rules as are necessary for the conduct of its meetings
and its business that are consistent with this Bylaw, the Municipal Development
Plan, the Land Use Bylaw and Provincial Acts and Regulations.
8. The renumeration, travelling and other expenses of the Chairperson and other
members of the Commission shall be established by Council resolution and/or
policies.
9. The setting of fees for any matter coming before the Commission shall be
established by resolution of Council, as it considers necessary and will be
incorporated into the Master Rates Bylaw.
10. The Commission may make its decisions, development and subdivision approvals
with or without conditions.
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11. The decision of the majority of the members present at a meeting duly convened
shall be deemed to be the decision of the whole Commission. If there are an
equal number of votes for or against a resolution, the resolution is defeated.
10.12. When the Municipal Planning Commission denies an application, it must provide
reasons.
11.13. The Chief Administrative Officer, or his designate, are hereby authorized to sign
decisions, instruments for endorsement, easements, caveats, development
permits and other documents as may be required to conduct the business of the
Commission.
12.14. Meetings of the Municipal Planning Commission shall be open to the public,
unless the Commission moves into closed session which complies with the
Municipal Government Act Section 197(2).
PART SIX MINUTES
1. The SecretaryClerk for the Commission will prepare the minutes of each
Municipal Planning Commission meeting and will distribute a copy of the
minutes with a subsequent Municipal Planning Commission meeting agenda.
2. The minutes of the preceding meeting shall be the second order of business, so
that any errors or omissions may be corrected by the Commission.
3. Any Commission member may make a motion requesting that the minutes be
amended to correct any inaccuracy or omission in keeping with typical
procedure.
4. A copy of the original package will be kept with the minutes and be included in
the historical record.
PART SEVEN VOTING – PECUNIARY INTEREST AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. A Commission member who has reasonable belief that they have a pecuniary
interest in any matter before the Commission, shall, if present, declar e and
disclose the general nature of the pecuniary interest prior to any discussion on
the matter, abstain from discussions or voting on any question relating to the
matter, and shall remove themselves as a member of the Commission until the
matter is concluded.
2. A Commission member who has a reasonable belief that they have a conflict of
interest in any matter before the Commission may, if present, declare and
disclose the general nature of the private interest prior to any discussion of the
matter, abstain from discussions or voting on any question relating to the
matter, and may remove themselves as a member of the Commission until the
matter is concluded.
3. The minutes shall indicate the declaration of disclosure under the applicable
section of the Act and this section of the Bylaw, and if applicable, the time at
which the Commission member left the room and returned.
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PART EIGHT TRANSITION
1. SEVERABILITY
a) 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.
2. EFFECTIVE DATE
a) This bylaw comes into effect upon third reading of this bylaw.
3. BYLAW REPEAL
a) Bylaw No. 1784 is hereby repealed.
READ a first time on this ______ day of November, 2025.
READ a second time on this ______ day of ___________, 2025.
UNANIMOUS permission for third reading given in Council on the _____ day of ___________, 2025.
READ a third time and final time of this ______ day of ______________, 2025.
Reeve
Lonnie McCook
Date Bylaw Signed
Chief Administrative Officer
Mike Haugen
Date Bylaw Signed
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Enforcement Services General
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Debra Neitz, CLGM, Protective Services Manager and DDEM
Presented By: Debra Neitz, CLGM, Protective Services Manager and DDEM
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- Alberta Solicitor General
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- Bylaw Enforcement Bylaw
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
As part of the orientation schedule for municipal election 2025, this is a general overview of Enforcement
Services, part of the Protective Services department and key function of the department.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
See presentation as attached for discussion items.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
No identified financial or staffing implications from this presentation.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Presentation.
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. To accept the presentation as presented.
2. To seek clarification on items in the presentation.
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council acknowledge receipt of the Enforcement Services presentation as presented.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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PROTECTIVE SERVICES:
Public Safety
November 2025 Meeting
Prepared and presented by:
Manager of Protective Services Debra Neitz
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Meet Our Team!!
Community Peace Officer
Matthew Curwin
Community Peace Officer
Amber Hay
Community Peace Officer
Ming Hong
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Peace Officer Act
& Alberta Justice & Solicitor General
Community Peace Officers are established through this Act and
the Alberta Justice and Solicitor General.
Kneehill County is an Authorized Employer of peace officers since 2003.
Each Officer needs to be meet certain training and physical requirements
to achieve their Appointment by Sol Gen as a Level 1 Officer.
Peace Officers operate under the Alberta Peace Officer Manual and Peace Officer Regulation
& we are audited for compliance every 5 years.
Our Officers are all Level 1, which means they carry OC Spray, Baton, Handcuffs, and enforce
moving traffic violations under the Traffic Safety Act. Additional training includes weights and
dimensions for Road Ban Enforcement.
Our Officers do not have approval to ticket under the Traffic Safety Act
on one or two-digit provincial highways (9, 21, 27),
and DO NOT have Criminal Code enforcement capabilities.
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Policies & Enforcement Bylaw
As per the Peace Officer Manual, we must adopt policies
to match its requirements.
8-20 Public Safety General –code of conduct, complaints
process, jurisdiction
8-21 Enforcement Tools –Use of force, tools procedures, training
8-22 Traffic and Emergency Response –traffic procedures, closing the distance,
assisting other agencies
The Municipal Government Act also allows us to adopt a Bylaw Enforcement Bylaw
to detail how we are enforcing Kneehill County’s bylaws.
A Bylaw Enforcement Officer isn’t always a Peace Officer.
Anyone appointed by the CAO under the Enforcement Bylaw 1793,
and take an oath, may take on this role.
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Agreements for Service
We have Enforcement Services Agreements with Three Hills,
Trochu, Acme, Carbon and Linden for bylaw enforcement, patrols.
Currently, we have dedicated hours in Three Hills (3 hours per week).
We provide service through requests by their CAO, or designate, on a contract, hourly
paid basis.
We have a contract with Alberta Animal Services on a
call out basis, but do not provide this to the
towns/villages.
We have Mutual Aid Agreements with Mountain
View County and Red Deer County for CPO’s in
emergency situations.
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RCMP Partnership
As an Authorized Employer, we must have a Memorandum of Understanding with the local
RCMP detachment. This ensures there is a partnership in enforcement. This includes
sharing files, communications and information where necessary.
Since 2019, all municipalities, not just communities
with populations over 5000, must contribute to
Policing. In 2025, our requisition was $480,000.
We present quarterly statistics which includes the
reports from the 5 RCMP Districts that serve our
county based on the Community Priorities Council
sets annually in February.
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Department Support
Transportation –Infrastructure protection,
Traffic Bylaw, signage, construction safety.
Planning –Pictures, delivery, property visits,
Land Use Bylaw investigations & assistance.
Utilities & Landfills –Property visits, Utility Bylaw
Ag & Parks –Campground visits, weed inspections
Finance –Tax notices delivery, property visits
Fire Departments –Traffic control, fire guardians,
Fire Bylaw, Fire Ban sign flips
Emergency Management –positions as needed
RCMP –Joint Forces Operations (JFO),
as requested within CPO Appointment
Customer Service support and general office presence
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Bylaw Enforcement & Patrol
There are many bylaws to enforce within the
County, including those listed within each
department previous, on a complaint basis.
We educate first, warn and investigate,
and decide on next steps to resolve the issue.
Unsightly Premises is often discretionary, involves multiple departments,
and often takes time and $$ to enforce these files.
Animal Bylaw offenses also may take time to rectify, depending
on the offense and require witness statements.
Patrols are on a rotational basis with the three officers depending on schedules.
We annually review our Traffic Plan that we submit to Sol Gen.
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Community Engagement
We proactively search opportunities to engage with the
community to provide information on public safety.
Programs, events and presentations include:
Anti-bullying
Halloween Safety
Community Safety with Adult Learning
Anti-scams
Positive ticketing
Community Discovery Nights
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Priorities & Presence
Council Priorities for Peace Officers
In 2024, a chart was created to prioritize CPO duties,
categorized as High, Medium and Low,
and where other agencies come into files.
This allows for Officers to be re-deployed
should capacity be an issue.
Presence through Patrols
We patrol County paved and gravel roads and provincial 3-digit highways.
All three CPO’s have Weights and Dimensions and work with transportation on Road Ban
patrols and general over weights. They do not have Commercial Vehicle Inspection
certifications.
E-ticketing is completed through the provincial ticketing program.
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Future Considerations
Reviewing the Acts that are on the CPO’s Appointments will be completed in 2026.
Farm focused presentations on hauling, loading, and the Traffic Safety Act.
Speed signs –look at other options
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Thank you!!
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: CAEP Member at Large Appointment
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services
Presented By: Kevin Gannon, Director of Community Services
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Central Alberta Economic Partnership Ltd. (CAEP) has delivered high-quality regional economic
development programs and collaborative services since 1998. CAEP is a member -based, board-
governed non-profit organization supported by volunteer working groups, member contributions, and
funding from the Government of Alberta and participating municipalities and partners.
Meetings:
The CAEP Board meets approximately nine times per year, with breaks in July, August, and December.
Meetings rotate between in-person and virtual formats. This year’s CAEP Fall General Meeting is on the
27th November 2025 in Rocky Mountain House.
On November 12, 2024, Council passed the following motion:
Agenda Item 5.4.2; YouTube Livestream: 4:47:45
Council appointed Amy Merrill as Kneehill County’s business representative and member -at-large to
CAEP for a one-year term ending at the next Organizational Meeting. Council also endorsed Amy Merrill
for nomination to the CAEP Board of Directors should an opportunity arise.
Mrs. Merrill, as Kneehill County’s business member and Council-endorsed representative to CAEP, was
selected to the CAEP Board of Directors. This position carried a three-year commitment, although a
Director may resign at any time during their term.
Over the past year, Kneehill County has reimbursed $5,279.70 for this position in accordance with County
policy.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Mrs. Merrill has submitted an email to Administration recommending
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
“that I retain my position on the Board and as our Member-at-Large for the balance of 2025, with ongoing
participation to be assessed and evaluated in Q1 of 2026.”
Recently, Council has indicated interest in reviewing the County’s participation on all established boards
and committees, including CAEP. Kneehill County’s endorsed agreement with CAEP, Section 7(2),
states:
“Upon giving at least one fiscal year’s written notice to the CAEP Board of Directors of its intention to
withdraw in the fourth quarter of the following fiscal year, or its earlier acceptance by the Board.”
Council may choose to support Mrs. Merrill’s request until such time as the Council can evaluate and
determine the value of continued membership to Kneehill County.
Alternatively, Council may direct the CAO, on Council’s behalf, to prepare a letter notifying CAEP of
Kneehill County’s intention to cease membership effective December 30, 2026. The annual membership
fee for CAEP is approximately $4218.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
Yearly commitment for a member at large within CAEP is estimated at $8500.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Correspondence from Mrs. Amy Merrill
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Council may choose to endorse Mrs. Merrill’s request until such time as the Council can evaluate
and determine the value of continued membership to Kneehill County.
2. Council may choose to not appoint a member-at-large to CAEP, while retaining membership
3. Council may choose to direct the CAO, on Council’s behalf, to prepare a letter notifying CAEP of
Kneehill County’s intention to cease membership effective December 30, 2026.
4. Council may choose to request for additional information
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council appoint Amy Merrill as Kneehill County’s business representative and member -at-large to
CAEP until the 2026 Organizational Meeting
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will inform Mrs. Merrill and CAEP of Council’s decision.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Report to Council: CAEP Representa4on – Reflec4on & Recommenda4ons
(Prepared by Amy Merrill)
Context & Background
As Kneehill County’s Member at Large on the Central Alberta Economic Partnership (CAEP)
I was appointed to a 3 year term on the Board of Directors. My goal is to ensure that the
County’s investment translates into regional inFluence and tangible economic outcomes.
I want us to use my unique perspective — as someone who sits on both the CAEP board and
the Municipal Planning Commission, runs a business here, pays taxes here, and is raising a
family here — to help the County thrive without losing what makes rural life in Kneehill so
special.
Observa4ons
CAEP offers value as a collaborative regional network but its effectiveness is/was being
limited by internal stafFing issues and a governance-heavy culture. The focus has leaned
toward process over performance — particularly in areas where communications, branding,
and storytelling should be driving engagement and visibility for our member municipalities.
Kneehill County would beneFit from deFining what we want out of our CAEP membership —
measurable outcomes that support local and regional priorities. Without a shared deFinition
of “success,” our investment risks being passive rather than strategic.
As CAEP undergoes leadership and board renewal, there is signiFicant potential for its
members to access tools and supports for regional branding with proactive land-use and
development goals.
Recommenda4ons
1.DeFine County Priorities: Clarify Kneehill’s economic development objectives and desired
outcomes from CAEP participation as a member.
2.Reassess Representation: Continue board participation only if these shifts toward
measurable strategy and proactive leadership can occur; otherwise, the County’s
resources may be better directed elsewhere.
My Ask to Kneehill County Council
CAEP has incredible potential as a valuable forum for regional collaboration — but to
deliver a return on investment, it must evolve from conversation to action. I believe that the
recent changes to CAEPS operational team will present incredible opportunity.
I ask that I retain my position on the board and as our Member at Large for the balance of
2025, with ongoing participation to be assessed and evaluated in Q1 of 2026.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Member at Large
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 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)- Bylaw 1892, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The purpose of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) is to hear all Subdivision and
Development appeals. Currently, all members of the SDAB are Members at Large.
As per the MGA, members are required to successfully complete a training program before participating
in any hearing as a member of a panel of the SDAB and must complete a refresher training program
every 3 years.
Administration advertised for the Members at Large positions for the Agricultural Service Board,
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board and Municipal Planning Commission prior to the Octobe r
28th, 2025, Organizational Meeting.
We had four applicants for the Municipal Planning Commission and only two spots available. Council
directed Administration to see if the candidates who were not chosen for the Municipal Planning
Commission would be interested in serving on the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. Rick
Vickery and Amy Merrill were both contacted, and we heard back from Mr. Vickery stating that he was
interested in serving on this board. You will find attached his applications.
He will need to take their training before serving on this committee.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
Current Representation:
Connie Fraser
Lori Campion
Rob Park
Jenny Scott
Lorraine MacLean
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Version: 2022-02
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
As per Policy # 3-3, Council Appointees Reimbursement, per diem allowance may be incurred. These
expenses are included in the yearly Operating Budget.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Rick Vickery Application
Bylaw 1892, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Approve application.
2. Receive for Information.
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council appoint Rick Vickery as a Member-at-Large to the Subdivision and Development Appeal
Board until the next Kneehill County Organizational Meeting.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will notify Mr. Vickery of Council’s Decision and organize appropriate training.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
Member at Large Application Form
The personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of selecting a committee member. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and may become public information once it is submitted to Council during a Council meeting. Questions regarding the collection of
this information can be directed to the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
ROLE OF COMMITTEE
• Kneehill County’s Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) is a quasi-judicial
board established in accordance with the Municipal Government Act and Kneehill County’s
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw # 1780.
• The SDAB hears appeals regarding decisions made by Kneehill County’s subdivision and
development authorities and renders decisions based on the evidence presented.
• The Board is independent from Kneehill County’s Planning Department and is comprised of
citizen members. The SDAB makes decisions in an impartial manner and applies the principles of
natural justice and procedural fairness.
• The SDAB members are also appointed to hear any appeals under Agricultural Acts enforced by
the County.
MEMBERSHIP
• Council may appoint up to eight members.
• There shall not be more than one Councillor appointed to this Committee.
• No person who is appointed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board shall be
appointed to be on the Municipal Planning Commission.
TIME COMMITMENT
• Appeal Board Meetings will be held through the day and are scheduled as required.
• Members are appointed annually by Council at the Organizational meeting in October.
• All SDAB members need to complete a certified training program and complete a refresher
training program every 3 years to maintain their SDAB certificate. All training expenses are
covered by Kneehill County.
REMUNERATION
• Members at Large will be paid for their time and mileage according to Council Policy #3-3,
Council Appointees Reimbursement.
SEND YOUR COMPLETED APPLICATION TO:
Kneehill County
c/o Carolyn Van der Kuil
PO Box 400
Three Hills, AB
T0M 2A0
Or alternatively via email:
execassist@kneehillcounty.com
Please direct all Subdivision and Development
Appeal Board inquiries to:
Carolyn Van der Kuil at 403-443-5541.
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Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
Member at Large Application Form
The personal information on this form is being collected for the purpose of selecting a committee member. This information is collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the
Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and may become public information once it is submitted to Council during a Council meeting. Questions regarding the collection of
this information can be directed to the FOIP Coordinator at 403-443-5541.
PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY
Date:
Name:
Are you a resident of Kneehill County?
☐ Yes ☐ No
Do you have reliable access to internet and the ability to use e-mail and download agenda packages?
☐ Yes ☐ No
BACKGROUND INFORMATION
Provide a brief outline of your experience/education/interest in the Subdivision and Development
Appeal Board.
Why do you wish to service on this committee?
Signature:
Nov 21 2025
Amy Merrill
I have served on MPC as a member at large for two years. I have also served on other planning committees for the county, attended the EDA Conference last year and served as a board member on CAEP for the past year.
I am interested in serving on the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board because I believe strongly in fair, transparent, and policy-aligned decision-making that reflects the needs of the people who live and work in our county. My experience on similar boards and committees has given me a solid understanding of how to balance land-use policy with the practical realities faced by ratepayers. I want to contribute that perspective as a thoughtful, informed voice who ensures appeals are handled consistently, respectfully, and in accordance with established legislation. Above all, I want to help uphold a process that ratepayers can trust—one that protects both individual rights and the long-term vision of our community.
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Town of Three Hills – Alberta Community Partnership Grant Support
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 2025
Prepared By: Mike Haugen, CAO
Presented By: Mike Haugen, CAO
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT: (Check all that apply)
☐ ☐
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
The Town of Three Hills is looking to undertake an assessment of the Town’s water transmission line that
runs through the County from the Red Deer River to the Town of Three Hills.
The Town is making application for an Alberta Community Partnership (ACP) grant and is requesting
support and partnership from Kneehill County and the Town of Trochu. The Town would act as the
managing partner for the project should a grant be approved. The application would be for $200,000.
Several County residences access this line for water and the County’s Mt. Vernon and Equity water
systems obtain their supply from the Town, so are ultimately supplied through the transmission line in
question.
The Town made application for this same project during the 24/25 program intake but was not approved
for funding. The County supplied a letter of support at that time (attached).
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
The Town has previously completed their regional water modelling project that was funded through the
ACP grant at no cost to any partner. In the report produced for the Town of Three Hills, it identified
reviewing and assessing the main transmission line from the water treatment plant to the pumphouse in
Three Hills.
The Town is proposing to submit another application for the ACP grant to undertake this work.
The proposed project would undertake to complete the following:
data collection, review and analysis of background information including flow and required flow
rates, pressures, pipe material and remaining expected life span, pipeline routes, redundancy
options, plans, and drawings;
condition assessment of the transmission line from the Water Treatment Plant to the pumphouse
in Three Hills;
technical engineering modelling, testing and statistical analysis;
development of functional schematic designs and cost models; and,
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
recommendations to ensure safe, adequate, and sustainable water supply and management for
residents and municipal operations.
Once completed, this study would be used to formulate the ideal approach to ensuring the long-term
sustainability of the Town’s water supply from the water treatment plant to the Town pumphouse.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
If successful, funding would be provided by the Province. There is a small amount of staff time required
should this project move forward; however, no funding would be required from the County.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
A copy of last year’s letter of support is attached.
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Council may opt to support the project and application.
2. Council may opt to not support the project and application.
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council moves that Kneehill County supports the Town of Three Hills (managing partner) submission
of a 2025/26 Alberta Community Partnership grant application in support of the Regional Transmission
Line Assessment project.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
Administration will inform the Town of Three Hills of Council’s decision.
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Municipal Affairs- Carbon Viability Review
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 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)
☐ ☐
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High Quality
Infrastructure Economic
Resilience Quality of Life Effective
Leadership Level of Service
RELEVANT LEGISLATION:
Provincial (cite)- N/A
Council Bylaw/Policy (cite)- N/A
BACKGROUND/PROPOSAL:
Dee Deveau and Ross Zimmermann from Municipal Affairs will present to Council.
The purpose of their presentation is to provide information regarding the Village of Carbon Viability
Review. They will offer an overview of the Viability Review process, outline the roles of County Council
and Administration in the review, and address any questions from Council about the process.
DISCUSSION/OPTIONS/BENEFITS/DISADVANTAGES/OTHER CONSIDERATIONS:
As this presentation is intended for information purposes only, it is recommended that Council receive this
report for information. Should Council wish to obtain additional details or further information, a motion
could be considered to request Administration to provide the desired information.
FINANCIAL & STAFFING IMPLICATIONS:
N/A
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
N/A
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. Receive for information
2. Request further information
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
RECOMMENDED MOTION OR ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
That Council acknowledge receipt of the presentation regarding the Carbon Viability Review.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Council & Committee Report
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 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 implications.
RECOMMENDED ENGAGEMENT:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Council & Committee Reports
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. That Council accepts the Council and Committee report.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
No motion is required; an acknowledgment will be included in the minutes noting that Council reviewed
the Council and Committee Reports.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Version: 2022-02
Subject: Council Follow-Up Action List
Meeting Date: Tuesday, November 25, 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:
Directive Decision (Information Sharing, One-Way Communication
Tools: Individual Notification Other:
ATTACHMENTS:
Council Follow-up Action List.
COUNCIL OPTIONS:
1. To receive the report regarding the Council Follow-up Action List for information.
2. Council provide further direction or required changes/amendments.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
No motion is required; an acknowledgment will be included in the minutes noting that Council reviewed
the Council Follow-up Action List.
FOLLOW-UP ACTIONS:
N/A
APPROVAL(S):
Mike Haugen, Chief Administrative Officer Approved- ☒
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Meeting Date Motion # Description/Motion Status Lead Due Dates Comments
30-May-23 208/23
Councillor Penner moved that Council authorize the use of
$10,000 from the 2023 Operating Budget – Strategic initiatives
for a regional economic development project at the Three Hills
Airport in partnership with the Town of Three Hills and Prairie
College.
Parked
Mike Haugen N/A
The funder provided a solution,
however, the solution didn't provide
the opportunity to bring foward the
necessary consultants to execute the
project. Their preference was a paid
employee which didn't work in the
08-Apr-25
123/25
That Council direct Administration to bring forward a discussion
regarding the exploration of relationship building with
Indigenous Peoples to the next Strategic Planning Session. ;
Parked
Mike Haugen Q1-2026
This will be brought forward for
Council consideration in 2026
25-Jun-24
196/24
That Council direct Administration to investigate options for
upgrading the water service to the Three Hills Airport.
Active
Mike Ziehr Q2-2026
Prairie has responded that they are
not anticipating design or
construction until the summer of
2026 at the earliest.
22-Oct-24 360/24
That Council move that Kneehill County participate in the AUC
process regarding the Lone Butte Solar Project Active Mike Haugen Q4-2025
County is being represented by legal
counsel in the upcoming hearing.
12-Nov-24
381/24
That Council direct Administration to draft a policy regarding
participation in AUC proceedings.
Active
Barb Hazelton Q2-2026
Draft has been created
14-Jan-25
003/25
That Council direct Administration to amend the proposed Policy
13-2, Grader Gravel Services and to defer this discussion to a
future Council meeting.
Active
Andrew Phillips Q1-2026
Policy is expected to be presented to
Council for discussion in Q1 2026
25-Mar-25
083/25
That Council increase the Private Cemetery mowing fees to $500
annually in 2026 and implement formal service agreements with
existing serviced cemeteries.
Active
Fallon Sherlock Q1-2026
Letters to be written and sent
followed by agreements. Fee to be
included in Master Rates updates for
2026
24-Jun-25
206/25
That Council move to refund the redesignation and subdivision
fees and waive the endorsement fee for the Gopher Hole
Museum once their Community Grant accountability
requirements have been completed.
Active
Barb Hazelton
Awaiting information from the
Torrington Museum
24-Jun-25
207/25
That Council direct Administration to proceed with the Housing
and Service Needs Estimation project.
Active
Wendy Gerbrandt Q2-2026
Survey will be executed in October,
final report in April 2026
24-Jun-25
209/25
That the 2026 Operating and Capital Budgets, the 2027-2029
Operating Forecast, and the 2027-2031 Capital Forecast, be
prepared in accordance with the following principles:Align with
Councils Strategic Plan. Sustain existing service levels. Maintain
competitive tax rates. Review and recommend adjustments to
service fees and rates as necessary.Continuing to implement and
monitor a proactive infrastructure renewal strategy. Enhance the
stakeholder experience.
Active
Marika von Mirbach Q1-2026
Budget presentations planned for
November through to early
February.
22-Jul-25
240/25
That Council direct Administration to bring back Policy 15-5,
Kneehill County Scholarship for review, prior to next Scholarship
application process.
Active
Carolyn Van der Kuil Q1-2026
26-Aug-25
263/25
Direct Administration to continue to explore funding strategies
and options for development of an interpretive centre at
Horseshoe Canyon.
Active
Wendy Gerbrandt Q3-2026
Will be done in conjunction with the
Business Development Case
09-Sep-25
292/25
Council request Administration to bring forward for review Policy
18-2, Public Participation Policy.
Active
Christine Anderson Q1-2026
23-Sep-25
302/25
That Council direct Administration to defer the consideration of
development of a Horseshoe Canyon Interpretive Centre
Business Case until after conclusion of the Horseshoe Canyon
Area Structure Plan project.
Active
Wendy Gerbrandt Q3-2026
This project has been paused until
after the Area Structure Plan Project
has been completed.
23-Sep-25 303/25
That Council direct Administration to include a specific session
on Horseshoe Canyon as part of the orientation process as well Active Kevin Gannon Q4-2025
Council Action Items
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Meeting Date Motion # Description/Motion Status Lead Due Dates Comments
Council Action Items
23-Sep-25
312/25
That Council considers contributions of $3,600,000 to the Capital
Equipment Plan reserve during 2026 operating budget
deliberations.
Active
Marika von Mirbach Q4-2025
The contribution is included in the
draft Operating Budget which will be
presented at the December 9
Council meeting.
23-Sep-25
313/25
That Council increase the budget for the Ron Gorr Memorial
Arena Main Boiler Replacement project from $132,000 to
$159,000, funded by the Buildings Capital Replacement Reserve.
Active
Cody Dale-McNair Q4-2025 Work has Commenced
12-Nov-25
407/25
That Council direct Administration to bring back further
information regarding BF 13480 STIP application to the
November 25, 2025, Council meeting.
Active
Andrew Phillips Q4-2025 Included on the Nov 25th Agenda
12-Nov-25
408/25
That Council approve the application for increased water flow to
a maximum of 8 imperial gallons per minute for the property
located at SE 30-30-25 W4.
Active
John McKiernan Q4-2025
Letter was sent to landowner
indicationg the application was
approved. Once fee is received,
increase in volume will be
12-Nov-25
409/25
That Council direct administration to bring back to a future
Council meeting to amend Policy 14-15, Increased Water
Volume, to include that the application will include the purpose
of increase in water volume.
Active
John McKeirnan Q4-2025 Included on the Nov 25th Agenda
12-Nov-25
411/25
That Council direct Administration to organize a Kneehill County
Road tour for Council, which includes Kneehill County facilities.
Active
Mike Haugen A tour itinerary will be developed
12-Nov-25 412/25
That Council approve the establishment of a Road Committee,
with the Terms of Reference to be brought back for Council's Active Mike Haugen Q4-2025
This discussion will be placed on the
December 2nd COW Agenda
12-Nov-25
413/25
That Council direct Administration to organize a Kneehill County
Office and Shop tour.
Active
Mike Haugen
This will be included as part of the
overall tour of County faciliities.
12-Nov-25
414/25
That Council table the proposed Kneehill Regional Family and
Community Support Services (FCSS) 2026 Budget until after the
FCSS Director presents to Council.
Active
Mike Haugen Q4-2025
FCSS Delegation planned for
December 9th at 1:00 p.m.
12-Nov-25
415/25
That Council refer the 2026-2029 Policy Review Schedule to a
Committee of the Whole meeting.
Active
Mike Haugen Q4-2025
This discussion will be placed on the
December 2nd COW Agenda
24-Jun-25
217/25
That Council direct Administration to bring Policy 16-20, Utility
Billing to a future Council meeting for review and update.
Complete
Marika von Mirbach Q4-2025
Approved at the October 14, 2025
Council meeting.
26-Aug-25
255/25
That Council approve the Three Hills Airport Expansion Project
rescope as presented, providing all funding partners are in
support of the change request.
Complete
Wendy Gerbrandt Q4-2025
The funder provided a solution,
however, the solution didn't provide
the opportunity to bring foward the
23-Sep-25
319/25
That Council authorize administration to enter into a payment
plan beginning January 1, 2026 through to December 31, 2026
and cover the taxes for the years 2025 and 2026 and include any
prior penalties incurred.
Complete
Q4-2025
Agreement is awaiting final
signatures.
14-Oct-25 340/25
That Council provide a contribution of $5,000 per year, for three
years, from the economic development operating budget.Complete Wendy Gerbrandt
Junior Achievement has been
notified and invoice processed.
12-Nov-25
406/25
That Council accepts the Council Orientation Financial Planning
presentation for information.
Complete
12-Nov-25 410/25
That Council approve the non-county water connection on the
Selkirk rural water system for the Village of Acme with a Complete John McKeirnan Q2-2026
Letter was sent to the village of
Acme indicating the application was
12-Nov-25
416/25
That Council direct Administration to provide a letter of support
to Horseshoe Canyon Campground and Cabin for their Travel
Alberta Project Development Fund application.
Complete
Wendy Gerbrandt Q4-2025 Letter issued.
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