County of Grande Prairie No. 1 public meetings in 2021

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is receiving updates from Alberta Environment and Parks on recreation and land planning, and from the Beaverlodge District Rural Crime Watch on a Lightcatch program. They will also discuss unfinished business on orphan roads and drainage repairs, and consider new items on an opioid exhibit, campground reports, and online reservation systems.

• Alberta Environment and Parks update on Recreation, Ecosystems and Lands (REAL) program and sub-regional planning for public lands south of Grande Prairie
• Beaverlodge District Rural Crime Watch Lightcatch Ambassador Program update
• Orphan Roads Services update with map
• Top 10 Drainage Repair Update with project location maps
• 2021 Campground Report and financial summary, including strategic plan and online reservation systems

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review two subdivision applications and two development permit applications. The subdivisions involve creating new parcels for the Potts and Isley/Burt families, while the development permits cover a major home occupation for IKN Trucking and an accessory building for Doug Pizycki. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210396: NW-20-69-10-W6, Potts application
• Subdivision PLSUB20210404: Plan 832 1844, Lot 1, Isley & Burt application
• Development permit PLDEV20210516: Plan 132 3931, Block 1, Lot 1, IKN Trucking home occupation (major)
• Development permit PLDEV20210525: Plan 882 1463, Block 9, accessory building for Doug Pizycki

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to decide on several items, including the provincial historic site designation of the Hythe Arena, a road extension request, and a paved road speed assessment. They will also consider funding requests, bylaw updates, and fee schedule changes. The agenda includes a public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-038 and several closed session items.

• Provincial Historic Site Designation of the Hythe Arena
• Road Extension Request / Pt. NW-31-72-2-W6 / Grant, John and Sadie Sarmaga
• Paved Road Speed Assessment
• Annual Operating Assistance Facilities Funding Request – Teepee Creek Stampede Association
• Bylaw 2680-21-038 / Pt. SE-35-71-9-W6 / Beairsto & Associates Engineering Ltd. / Kenneth Lett

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board will consider recommending to Council a $250 minimum charge for weed enforcement actions and a $200 fee for failure to report compliance, both aimed at recovering costs. The board will also review a draft Fusarium graminearum bylaw, present Weed Warrior awards, and receive program updates and correspondence.

• Proposed $250 minimum charge for weed enforcement actions under the Weed Control Act
• Proposed $200 fee for failure to report compliance with weed notices
• Review of draft Fusarium graminearum bylaw (redlined and clean copies)
• Weed Warriors 2021 awards to Hillcrest Christian School (Grand Champion, 1600 kg) and Sexsmith Skating Club (Team Spirit)
• Information items include letters on synthetic fertilizer emissions, coal mining, and agricultural funding

Council Budget Meeting

Council is reviewing the 2022 interim budget, including operating and capital plans, long-term debt, projected reserves, business cases, and the schedule of fees. The budget shows a balanced total surplus after business cases, with operating revenues of $116.5M and expenses of $93.6M. Council will also consider the Hythe financial update and proposed fee changes.

• 2022 operating revenues: $116,513,399; expenses: $93,642,587
• Capital budget: $22,658,701 in expenses, $11,642,426 in revenues
• Business cases: $1,220,408 operating, $1,539,892 capital
• Position requests: $1,235,301
• Hythe capital projects: $1,559,285 for road construction and sewer repairs

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council will hold public hearings on three proposed land-use bylaws (Bylaws 2680-21-041, 2680-21-042, and 2680-21-043) for specific properties. The council will also consider subdivision time extension requests, award a contract for private gravel truck supply, and receive updates from the Peace Library System and Kleskun Hill Museum Society. The agenda includes a closed session for intermunicipal negotiations, personnel matters, and a fleet replacement contract.

• Public hearings for Bylaws 2680-21-041, 2680-21-042, and 2680-21-043 (land-use changes for properties in Pt. NE-32-73-4-W6, Pt. SW-23-71-7-W6, and NW-20-69-10-W6)
• Request for Proposal award for private supply of gravel trucks (2022-2024)
• Subdivision time extension requests PLSUB20190688 and PLSUB20200087
• Kleskun Hill Museum Society requests renewal of $14,240 Community Assistance funding for 2022
• Peace Library System report; County contribution of $151,096 for 2022

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review four subdivision applications and four development permit applications, including a market garden, a school, and two telecommunications towers. The meeting will also include approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Decisions will be made on each application based on staff recommendations and public input.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210302: Pt. NW-22-73-11-W6, applicant Keith Janzen
• Subdivision PLSUB20210234: SW-8-73-6-W6, applicant Larry Vavrek
• Development permit PLDEV20210351: Market garden, Pt. NW-32-71-8-W6
• Development permit PLDEV20210474: School (institutional), Pt. SW-27-71-5-W6
• Development permits PLDEV20210292 & PLDEV20210293: Telecommunications towers for Xplornet

Regular Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 council is meeting to decide on several items, including a provincial historic designation for the Hythe Arena, a request to take ownership of the Ronning House, a sponsorship request for the 14th Annual Ultimate Escape, a special needs snow plowing request, changes to the West Grande Prairie County Regional Landfill Authority voting membership, a tender award for crushing and stockpiling work, and a letter of support for Aquatera's grant application. The agenda also includes a closed session for intermunicipal negotiations and an update on Evergreen Park.

• Provincial Historic Site Designation of the Hythe Arena
• Provincial Request to Take Ownership of the Ronning House
• Community Assistance Sponsorship Request for 14th Annual Ultimate Escape
• Special Needs Snow Plowing Request
• Tender Award for Crushing, Stockpiling and Other Work

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider a draft policy on recreational use of stormwater ponds, hold a public hearing on a rezoning application, and receive updates from delegations including the Art Gallery of Grande Prairie and Evergreen Park. The agenda also includes several new business items such as a tender award for Range Road 74, support for an intersection upgrade, and various subdivision time extensions.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-040 rezoning Pt. NE-14-73-5-W6
• Draft Recreational Use of Stormwater Ponds Policy with public engagement feedback
• Tender award for Range Road 74
• Support for Alberta Transportation intersection upgrade at Hwy 733 and Hwy 43
• Town of Wembley vehicle donation request

Council Meeting Pre

This is a budget meeting where council will receive information on the county's financial practices, tax strategy, and proposed 2022 business cases for new positions, operating expenses, and capital projects. They will also review water and sewer rates and the schedule of fees. The agenda is primarily informational, with no decisions listed for these items.

• Financial information sharing presentation on past and present financial practices
• Tax strategy presentation covering assessment, mill rates, and funding options
• 2022 business cases for new positions (pages 47-103)
• 2022 business cases for operating expenses (pages 104-155)
• Water and sewer rates review (pages 169-171)

Capital Grants Meeting - 03

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 is holding a special council meeting to hear presentations from 12 non-profit organizations requesting 2022 capital funding. The Grants Deliberation Committee will review the requests and make recommendations for the County's 2022 budget deliberations. The agenda includes an orientation on grant programs and a review of the Community Assistance Grant spreadsheet.

• Major Capital Grant requests totaling $825,070, including $300,000 for Wembley and District Arts, Culture & Historical Society Event Facility Project and $150,000 for Wembley Community Society Playground Project
• Capital Assistance Grant requests totaling $64,993, including $23,093 for Bezanson Agricultural Society Acoustical Sound Treatment and $14,500 for Wapiti Nordic Ski Club Lease Application
• 2022 Capital Assistance budget available: $523,617; Major Capital budget available: $250,000
• Delegations from PARDS, Royal Canadian Legion Branch #54, South Peace Regional Archives, and others
• Review of 2022 Community Assistance Grant spreadsheet

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will elect a chair and vice-chair, adopt the agenda, and approve minutes from September 28, 2021. The main business is deciding 12 subdivision applications and 3 development permit applications, including residential lots in Clairmont and various rural parcels. Public comments can be made by phone during the meeting.

• Subdivision of 45 residential lots and a municipal reserve lot in Clairmont (PLSUB20210313)
• Subdivision applications for rural parcels by Kjemhus, Wiebe, McLeod, Radomske, Krajewski, Cann Built, Fenton, Vavrek, Baloch, Anderson
• Development permits for a dugout, a sign, and a dwelling unit with accessory building
• Election of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including nine public hearings on proposed land-use bylaws for various properties, a funding agreement for accessible transportation with the City of Grande Prairie, and options for COVID-19 restrictions exemption programs at county facilities. The agenda also includes recognitions, minutes approval, and several new business items such as grants, equipment replacement, and subdivision naming requests.

• Nine public hearings on Bylaws 2680-21-031 through 2680-21-039 for various land parcels
• Accessible Transportation Funding Agreement 2022-2024 with City of Grande Prairie
• 2022 Seniors and Accessible Transportation Grant applications
• Restrictions Exemption Program options at Crosslink County Sportsplex and Hythe Arena
• 2022 Equipment Replacement and Disposal List

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is holding a council orientation session, with presentations from the Chief Administrative Officer and department heads covering the county's strategic plan, organizational structure, and service areas. This is an informational meeting with no decisions or votes scheduled.

• Presentation on Strategic Plan 2020-2025 and Corporate Business Plan
• Overview of six service areas: CAO Office, Community Services, Corporate Services, Financial Services, Planning & Development, Public Works
• Introduction of senior leadership team and managers
• Schedule includes presentations from 10:00 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. with lunch break
• Recommendation: For information only

Council Organizational Meeting

This is the County of Grande Prairie No. 1's organizational meeting where newly elected council members will be sworn in, elect a Reeve and Deputy Reeve, and handle administrative setup. The agenda includes orientation, adoption of procedural and policy frameworks, and appointments to various boards and committees.

• Election of Reeve and Deputy Reeve by secret ballot
• Oath of office for all council members
• Adoption of Procedural Bylaw 3168
• Appointments to boards and committees (e.g., Agricultural Service Board, Municipal Planning Commission)
• Appointment of Chief Assessor and Agricultural Fieldman

Special Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 is holding a special council meeting to decide on an emergency funding request from the Wembley and District Agricultural Society. The Society needs a temporary ice plant rental because a new cooling tower, damaged in a 2020 fire, has been delayed by supply chain issues, threatening the arena's November 1 ice season opening. Council will consider options including funding up to $98,890 for a seven-month rental, with administration recommending approval. The meeting also includes a delegation from the Society's Fire Rebuild Committee chair.

• Emergency funding request up to $98,890 for temporary ice plant rental at Wembley Arena
• Alternative option: $174,860 for refurbished chiller installation
• Delayed cooling tower from Baltimore, USA due to supply chain issues
• Potential funding sources: Financial Stabilization Reserve ($6,273,699) or Community Grants Reserve ($1,092,698)
• Wembley Minor Hockey has 95 children waiting to play starting November 1

FCSS Advisory Board Meeting

The FCSS Advisory Board will consider approving a $22,971.45 grant application for the 'Getting to the Root of Rural Housing Insecurity' project, which aims to study housing insecurity in rural areas. The board will also review 19 FCSS grant requests from local organizations, including Beaverlodge Victim Services, GP Youth Emergency Shelter, and others. The meeting will also approve the July 6, 2021 minutes and receive reports from the FCSSAA and program updates.

• Reaching Home grant application for $22,971.45 for housing insecurity project
• 19 FCSS grant requests from organizations like Beaverlodge Hidden Potential Society, GP Youth Emergency Shelter, and John Howard Society
• Approval of July 6, 2021 meeting minutes
• FCSSAA report from Board Member Karen Rosvold

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of items, including a delegation on subdivision water connection fees and transportation levy issues, updates on the Wembley arena fire rebuild and regional policing, and unfinished business such as the Clairmont recycling centre access tag system and the La Glace community water system project. The agenda also includes public hearings, new business items like the ATCO franchise fees and a letter of support for Kathairos, and several proclamations. The meeting will also enter closed session for negotiations and personnel matters.

• Delegation regarding subdivision water connection fee and transportation levy issues (Item 5.1)
• Wembley & District Agricultural Society Arena Fire Rebuild Update (Item 5.2)
• Regional Policing Reports Update (Item 5.3)
• Clairmont Centre for Recycling and Waste Management Access Tag System (Item 6.1)
• La Glace Community Water System Project (Item 6.2)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review eight subdivision applications and two development permit applications, including a major home occupation and an agricultural industry permit. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Public comments can be made by phone for each application.

• Subdivision applications by Velocity Group, Helix Surveys, Pro-Fab (Cozeburn) Holdings, Dunes Forest Hills, Cann Built Construction, and others
• Development permit for major home occupation (Darrin Parker)
• Development permit for agricultural industry (TP Country Land Corp.)
• Public hearing participation via phone (855)756-7520 Ext. 76274#

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council will consider several items, including emergency funding for the La Glace Curling Club, an annual funding request from the Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations, and a business retention and expansion report. Five public hearings are scheduled for rezoning bylaws on various parcels. The council will also discuss unfinished business, including a STARS operating funding request and an intersection upgrade, plus new business items such as a revised emergency partnership agreement and a request for tree removal.

• La Glace Curling Club emergency funding request
• Grande Prairie Regional Association of Volunteer Organizations annual funding request
• 2021 County of Grande Prairie Triage Business Retention and Expansion (BR+E) Report
• STARS operating funding request
• Five rezoning bylaws (2680-21-026 through 2680-21-030) for public hearings

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a revised Financial Reserve Policy (C27) that proposes creating two new general reserves (operating and capital) funded from annual surpluses, with specific minimum and maximum levels. The committee will also discuss the 2021 projected surplus/deficit, the East Connector project, a recycling centre access tag system, and other items. Several agenda items are scheduled for closed session.

• Policy C27 revisions: new General Operating Reserve (funded by 20% of surplus, min 5% max 10% of operating expenditures) and General Capital Reserve (funded by 80% of surplus, min $20,000,000)
• 2021 Projected Surplus/(Deficit) report
• East Connector project – includes 2017 council minutes and Highway 40X Bear River Crossing map
• Clairmont Centre for Recycling and Waste Management Access Tag System
• Letter of Understanding with County Library Board

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider six development permit applications, including a modular home, an accessory building, two telecommunications towers, a side yard variance, and a major home occupation for RV storage. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes and an update on land use bylaw compliance files.

• Modular home application by Steven and Charlene Konshak (File PLDEV20210317)
• Accessory building application by Krzysztof Heba (File PLDEV20210343)
• Two telecommunications tower applications by Xplornet Communications Inc. (Files PLDEV20210292 and PLDEV20210293)
• Side yard variance application by Renee Ludwig (File PLDEV20210307)
• Major home occupation – RV storage application by Brody Barrington (File PLDEV20210380)

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including a funding request from STARS, updates to council compensation policies, and several land-use bylaws. The agenda includes three public hearings for rezoning applications, as well as new business items such as sponsorship requests and subdivision time extensions. The meeting also includes recognitions of new staff, approval of previous minutes, and a closed session for legal and personnel matters.

• STARS operating funding request (10:10-10:30 am delegation)
• Policy F10 Council and Board Member Honoraria and Expense Reimbursement review
• Bylaw 3172 rescinding Bylaw 2523 Tax Exemption Allowance
• Bylaw 3168 Procedural Bylaw update
• Three public hearings for rezoning bylaws (2680-21-023, 2680-21-024, 2680-21-025)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will discuss a phased plan to add furnishings like benches, garbage cans, and possibly lighting to the Clairmont Parkway trail, with a recommendation to include Phase 1 in the 2022 capital budget. They will also receive updates on the Justice Transformation Initiative, a reference summary for council boards and committees, and recommendations from the Council and Board Remuneration Committee. The meeting includes closed-session items on an Alberta Trails Act request and the Hythe dissolution.

• Clairmont Parkway Streetscape Plan: phased implementation of benches, garbage cans, lighting; ~$95,000 leftover from original $5M project returned in 2019
• Justice Transformation Initiative update from Regional Enforcement Services
• Reference summary for Council Boards and Committees (booklet amended 2021-08-26)
• Council and Board Remuneration Committee recommendations (honoraria and expense reimbursement policy)
• Closed session: Alberta Trails Act request for input; Hythe dissolution verbal update

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider four subdivision applications and four development permit applications, including two telecommunications towers, a cannabis retail store, and an agricultural industry use. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and an update on land use bylaw compliance files.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210254: 4.047 ha farmstead split near Clairmont
• Subdivision PLSUB20210251: Pt. NW-2-71-10-W6 & Pt. SW-11-71-10-W6
• Development permit PLDEV20210293: Xplornet telecommunications tower
• Development permit PLDEV20210309: Peaceleaf Cannabis Corp. retail sales
• Development permit PLDEV20210328: TP Country Land Corp. agricultural industry

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 council will consider awarding tenders for water, sanitary servicing, and intersection/road upgrades at Five Mile Hall, along with several subdivision time extensions and sponsorship requests. The agenda also includes routine items like staff introductions, policy reviews, and a closed session for intermunicipal negotiations.

• Tender award for Five Mile Hall School Site Water & Sanitary Servicing, Lift Station
• Tender award for Five Mile Hall Intersection and Range Road 53 Upgrades
• Alberta Community Partnership Application for Hythe Transitional and Infrastructure Funding
• Sponsorship requests: Beaverlodge Senior Citizens Association Pancake Breakfast and Evergreen High School Rodeo Event
• Four subdivision time extension requests (PLSUB20160597, PLSUB20180473, PLSUB20180512, PLSUB20180870)

Historic Resources Committee

The Historic Resources Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including drafting procedures, a commemorative sign at the Wembley Ferry Site, and letters to support placing several properties on the Register of Historic Places. They will also receive Parks and Recreation information on the Edson Trail and Wembley Ferry Site, and review quotes for a Statement of Integrity for Ashdown School.

• Commemorative sign at Wembley Ferry Site - quote requested from Behrends Group, no reply yet
• Ashdown School Statement of Integrity quotes: L7 Architecture $16,875.00; Riddell $2,753.50 plus 5% disbursements
• Letters drafted for Bob William Residence, Halcourt Blacksmith Shop, Halcourt United Church; Edson Trail letter to Province pending
• Valhalla Lutheran Church and Webster Grotto & Priest's Residence to be recommended for Register of Historic Places
• Parks and Recreation update on Edson Trail and Wembley Ferry Site signage, including approvals and stakeholder engagement

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider one subdivision application and one development permit application. The subdivision application (PLSUB20210250) by Aaron Peck is for a portion of land, and the development permit (PLDEV20210245) by Reed Rodacker is for an accessory building. The agenda also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Subdivision application PLSUB20210250 by Aaron Peck (Pt. NE-25-72-4-W6)
• Development permit PLDEV20210245 by Reed Rodacker for an accessory building (Plan 0422082; Block 1; Lot 3B; Pt. NW-8-71-5-W6)
• Approval of July 13, 2021 Municipal Planning Commission minutes

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council meeting on August 9, 2021, includes a funding request from the Wembley & District Agricultural Society for an ice plant, several unfinished business items such as the Solid Waste and Recycling Management Bylaw and a Schedule of Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw, and public hearings for two land-use bylaws. The council will also discuss new business including tax sale reserve bids and a borrowing bylaw for River Road Estates.

• Funding request from Wembley & District Agricultural Society for ice plant
• Draft Bylaw 3113 - Solid Waste and Recycling Management Bylaw
• Bylaw 3154 – Schedule of Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw
• Bylaw 3166 - Local Improvement for River Road Estates Access Road Bylaw
• Public hearings for Bylaw 2680-21-021 and Bylaw 2680-21-022

Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee

The Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee is meeting to review and finalize draft policies on council honoraria, per diems, and travel expenses, incorporating recommendations from its June 10 meeting. The committee will discuss whether to include attendance at internal and community events in the basic honorarium and whether to change retirement plan contributions. Final recommendations will be presented to County Council on August 12, 2021.

• Basic honorarium: $18,414/year for Reeve and Councillors (4.75 per diems/month at $323.05/day)
• Per diem rates: $355.36 for Reeve (official capacity), $323.05 for others; travel thresholds adjusted from 400 km to 600 km
• Travel allowance: change from $220/day to reimbursement of actual expenses plus $50/day for private accommodation
• Mileage rate: switch to Canada Revenue Agency rates (currently $0.59/km first 5,000 km, $0.53/km after)
• Discussion on $2,000 training/professional development budget and pre-approved conferences

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Committee of the Whole is reviewing a Stantec report on geothermal energy potential in Clairmont Heights, with a recommendation to proceed with a pilot project if grant funding is secured. The committee will also hear updates on a rural crime watch app, the 2021 second-quarter finances, an investment portfolio presentation, a hamlet resiliency strategy, and Clairmont addressing. A closed session will discuss the Hythe dissolution.

• Recommendation to proceed with geothermal pilot project for Clairmont Heights
• Beaverlodge District Rural Crime Watch Lightcatch App update
• 2021 2nd Quarter Financial Summary Report
• RBC Dominion Securities Annual Portfolio Presentation
• Hamlet Resiliency Strategy Project Charter

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including a possible declaration of agricultural disaster and a request from the Wembley & District Agricultural Society to repurpose a 2019 capital grant. New business includes traffic calming measures, the 2021 tax sale date, and two bylaws (election and rescinding Hythe bylaws). The agenda also includes recognitions, staff introductions, and closed-session updates on intermunicipal negotiations, Hythe transition, and SW Clairmont school sites.

• Declaration of Agricultural Disaster in the County of Grande Prairie
• Request from Wembley & District Agricultural Society to repurpose 2019 Capital Assistance Grant
• Traffic Calming Measures discussion
• 2021 Tax Sale Date
• Bylaw 3170 – Election Bylaw; Bylaw 3169 – Rescinding of Hythe Bylaws (2)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review and decide on six subdivision applications and one development permit application. The subdivision applications involve creating lots for farmstead separations, country residential use, and boundary adjustments across various locations in the county. The development permit application is for an accessory building with a variance.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210136 by 1031593 Alberta Ltd. (Pt. NE-7-72-7-W6)
• Subdivision PLSUB20210189 by Crosslink Leaseholds Inc. (Pt. SE-13-71-7-W6)
• Subdivision PLSUB20210225 by Ryan Vekved, Jason & Nicole McQuaig (Pt. SE-14-74-3-W6)
• Subdivision PLSUB20210142 and PLSUB20210144 by Winfield Farms Ltd. (Pt. NW-33-73-5-W6 and Pt. SE-32-73-5-W6)
• Development permit PLDEV20210245 by Reed Rodacker for accessory building and variance (Plan 0422082; Block 1; Lot 3B)

Council Meeting (Pre Budget)

Council will consider adopting a new Compensation Philosophy Policy and decide the market position for staff wages, with options ranging from 50% to 75% of market. They will also receive an introduction to the 2022 preliminary budget and provide direction on it. The meeting includes unfinished business on the compensation policy and new business on the budget.

• Policy L18 - Compensation Philosophy Policy draft, recommending 60% market rate for staff pay
• 2022 preliminary budget introduction and council direction
• Estimated 2022 costs for new compensation system: $815,082 to $2,775,711 depending on market rate and implementation option
• Comparator municipalities listed: City of Grande Prairie, Leduc County, Parkland County, Red Deer County, Rockyview County, Saddle Hills County, Sturgeon County

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to decide on several items, including an RCMP Enhanced Policing Memorandum of Understanding, recommendations for the Evergreen Ridge and Tamarack Recreation Areas, and multiple sponsorship and funding requests. The agenda also includes routine items like staff introductions, minutes approval, and a closed session for legal and intermunicipal negotiations.

• RCMP Enhanced Policing Memorandum of Understanding (Option 1) with trial placement of Integrated Enhanced Policing members
• Evergreen Ridge Recreation Area Committee of the Whole recommendation
• Tamarack Recreation Area public consultation recommendation
• Tender awards for Clairmont Centre for Recycling and Waste Management Cell 4 and Range Road 63 road works
• Multiple sponsorship/funding requests: County Brewers, MD of Greenview Clay Shooting, Odyssey House/Sunrise House Golf Tournament, South Peace Centennial Museum, Grande Prairie Chamber of Commerce

FCSS Advisory Board Meeting

The FCSS Advisory Board will review the 2020 Rural Housing and Service Needs Estimation Project Report, which found 42 of 52 local respondents (80.8%) were housing insecure. The board will also receive updates on the Keep in Touch Program, Sunrise House capital project, the 2020 FCSS Annual Program Report, and various program updates. Administrative recommendations include continuing the Coordinated Access project and advocating for provincial rural housing strategies.

• 2020 Rural Housing and Service Needs Estimation Project Report: 42 of 52 local respondents housing insecure (80.8%)
• Keep in Touch Program update by Home Support Coordinator Dale Bond
• Sunrise House Capital Project update by Director of FCSS Kathleen Turner
• 2020 FCSS Annual Program Report review
• FCSSAA Call for Resolutions for 2021 Annual General Meeting

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to decide on seven subdivision applications, mostly farmstead separations and one multi-lot country residential development. The agenda includes public hearing opportunities for each application. The meeting will also approve the minutes from the June 15, 2021 meeting.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210116: 8.18 ha (20.22 ac) farmstead separation for Arlene & Craig Charlesworth, Pt. SW-10-73-6-W6, near Sexsmith
• Subdivision PLSUB20210120: John & Lanelle Viken, Pt. 4,5-11-72-8-W6
• Subdivision PLSUB20210124: Wasyl Kobylanski, Josephine Hamilton, Edward & Sarah-Jane Wiebe, Pt. SW-29-74-5-W6 & Plan 1823508
• Subdivision PLSUB20210140 & PLSUB20210146: Winfield Farms Ltd., two parcels (Pt. SE-19-73-5-W6 and Pt. NE-29-74-5-W6)
• Subdivision PLSUB20210177: Pro-Fab (Cozeburn) Holdings Inc., Pt. NW-2-72-6-W6

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider several land-use bylaws, road construction tenders, and other administrative items. Public hearings are scheduled for five bylaws related to specific parcels of land. The council will also discuss funding requests, historic resource designations, and a joint use agreement with a school division.

• Public hearings for Bylaws 2680-21-016 through 2680-21-020, involving land parcels for Crosslink Leaseholds Inc., Jason & Cheryl Friesen, 1031593 Alberta Ltd., D. Johnson Slashing Ltd., and Mayder Day Corp.
• Tender awards for 116th Avenue Grande Spirit Connector Road and Wynngate Phase 4 Road Rehabilitation.
• Request from Historic Resources Committee to erect commemorative signage at Wembley Ferry Site and place Valhalla Lutheran Church on Provincial Register.
• Draft Joint Use Agreement between County and Peace Wapiti School Division.
• Bylaw 3166 for local improvement of River Road Estates Access Road.

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board will discuss a resident's complaint about beehive placement and decide whether to create formal guidelines or take no action. They will also review resolutions, consider joining the ALUS program, and update their strategic plan. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and information letters.

• Resident beekeeping concern: hives 35m from fenceline, over 60m from complainant; options include developing a bylaw or taking no action
• Agricultural Service Board Resolutions 1-21 to 10-21 and responses from AEP
• Request for Alternative Land Use Services (ALUS) program for County of Grande Prairie
• Agricultural Service Board Strategic Plan 2021-2024 review
• Fusarium graminearum bylaw draft and policy review

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is receiving updates on Alberta Environment and Parks topics, including a Ducks Unlimited wetland centre at Evergreen Park, and discussing a draft RCMP enhanced policing MOU, a solid waste bylaw, and other administrative items. Most items are for information or discussion rather than final decisions.

• Ducks Unlimited presentation on Wetland Centre at Evergreen Park
• Draft Bylaw 3113 - Solid Waste and Recycling Management Bylaw
• Draft MOU between County and RCMP for enhanced policing
• Policy C27 - Financial Reserve Policy (tracked changes)
• Clairmont Centre for Recycling and Waste Management 2020 Summary

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two subdivision applications. One seeks to create a single 4.95-hectare farmstead lot in an agricultural area; the other proposes nine country residential lots totaling 12.34 hectares east of Grande Prairie. The commission will also approve minutes from its May 18 meeting.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210045: one 4.95 ha (12.2 ac) farmstead lot for Kathryn & Ivor Kildal, Pt. SE-18-75-8-W6M, north of Highway 59
• Subdivision PLSUB20210128: nine lots totaling 12.34 ha (30.5 ac) for Heritage Estates Land Corporation, Pt. SW-15-71-5-W6M, east of Grande Prairie
• Approval of May 18, 2021 meeting minutes
• Conditions for Kildal application include 5.03 m road widening and sewage system upgrade

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council will hold seven public hearings on proposed land-use bylaws (rezonings) for various properties, and will also consider unfinished business including COVID-19 emergency funding requests, the Northwest Clairmont Area Structure Plan, and a subscription of shares in Aquatera Utilities Inc. New business includes a possible Crosslink County Sportsplex expansion, the YMCA Clairmont Childcare Centre closure, and several road-related tenders and awards.

• 7 public hearings on Bylaws 2680-21-009 through 2680-21-015 for rezonings in various locations
• COVID-19 Emergency Funding Requests for community groups
• Bylaw 3161 Northwest Clairmont Area Structure Plan
• Aquatera Utilities Inc. – Subscription of Shares
• Tender Award for RGE RD 63, TWP RD 744, and RGE RD 123 – Road Improvements

Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee

The Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee will review a draft remuneration policy and travel expense policy, incorporating recommendations from its May 6 meeting. The committee will consider two options for the basic honorarium amount and a new travel expense policy applying to both council and staff. The draft policy would replace Bylaw 2523 and related policies.

• Two options for basic honorarium: current rate (4.75 per diems) or increased rate (8.5 per diems)
• Reeve to receive 10% honorarium differential when acting in official capacity
• Draft Travel Expense Policy to apply to both Council and Staff
• Policy would replace Bylaw 2523, Policy F8, and Policy F2
• Recommendation to review remuneration every 4 years with COLA adjustments

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider several planning items, including public hearings on the Northwest Clairmont Area Structure Plan, a road closure, and a municipal reserve designation removal. They will also discuss unfinished business such as an inter-municipal development plan with Sexsmith, an electric ice resurfacer, and a rate subsidy for Aquatera. New business includes community funding requests and policy updates.

• Public hearing: Bylaw 3161 Northwest Clairmont Area Structure Plan
• Public hearing: Bylaw 3164 Road Closure of Portion of Road Plan 915MC
• Public hearing: Removal of Municipal Reserve Designation Lot 2MR, Plan 942 1550
• Bylaw 3157 Town of Sexsmith / County of Grande Prairie Inter-Municipal Development Plan
• Aquatera Rate Subsidy for 2021

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates and information on several items, including a SaskTel International fibre optics strategy, the Bezanson sewage treatment pilot project, and the Old Bezanson Townsite. They will also hear presentations on designated industrial assessment, the campground strategic plan, and financial reports. Most items are for information only, with one recommendation to authorize a workshop with SaskTel.

• SaskTel International update on fibre optics strategy with recommendation to organize a Business Model Thinking Workshop for Council
• Bezanson BEAST sewage treatment pilot update: Phase 3 commissioned April 26, 2021, testing until May 2022
• Ross Adam of Adam Ranch to discuss gate location and park operations at Old Bezanson Townsite
• Designated Industrial Assessment presentation by Municipal Affairs on linear assessment
• 2021 Q1 Financial Summary and Capital Expenditure to Budget Report as of April 30, 2021

Rural Policing Planning Committee

The Rural Policing Planning Committee is meeting to organize itself and advance planning for a new rural RCMP detachment in Clairmont. The agenda includes selecting a chair and vice-chair, adopting terms of reference, and holding closed-session discussions on potential land locations and an update from Minister Madu. The committee was established by council motion to plan future rural policing needs, including construction of the detachment.

• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
• Adoption of Rural Policing Planning Committee Terms of Reference
• Closed session: Potential Land Locations for rural detachment
• Closed session: Update from Minister Madu from May 6, 2021 meeting

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider one subdivision application for five country residential lots totaling 8.59 hectares on Pt. SE-20-71-3-W6, submitted by Cunningham Construction & Installation Ltd. The meeting will also include adoption of the agenda and approval of the previous meeting's minutes. No development permit applications are listed on the agenda.

• Subdivision application PLSUB20200479 for five lots on Pt. SE-20-71-3-W6
• Approval of minutes from the May 4, 2021 Municipal Planning Commission meeting
• No development permit applications are scheduled for this meeting

May 17, 2021 Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider several funding requests, including emergency funding for the Teepee Creek Stampede Association and Webster Community Hall Association, as well as 2021 operating assistance grants for recreation and seniors transportation. The agenda also includes a debrief on an oilfield fire response, a proposed area structure plan for Northwest Clairmont, and various public works items such as a tender award for road overlay projects and a road budget advance. The meeting includes recognitions, minutes approval, and a closed session for intermunicipal negotiations and personnel matters.

• Emergency funding requests from Teepee Creek Stampede Association and Webster Community Hall Association
• Bylaw 3161 - Northwest Clairmont Area Structure Plan (V3 Companies of Canada)
• Tender award for 2021 ACP Overlay Projects
• Division 4 advance for one mile of road on RGE RD 74 from 2022 to 2021 budget
• Draft Policy G14 – Seniors and Accessible Transportation Operating Assistance Grant

Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee

The Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee is meeting to review a draft honoraria policy and provide recommendations on council and board member compensation. The draft policy would replace Bylaw 2523 and related policies, covering base salary, per diems, travel and meal allowances, device and internet allowances, benefits, and retirement plans. The committee will discuss current practices and make recommendations for Council's consideration.

• Draft Council Honoraria and Travel Expense Policy to replace Bylaw 2523 and Policies F8 and F2
• Base salary currently equivalent to 4.75 per diems per month at $323.05/day (Reeve and Councillor: $18,414.00)
• Meeting per diems: Reeve $346.46, Councillor $323.05 (Council meetings); $323.05 for committee/MPC
• Travel allowance $220 per travel day; meal allowance $55 per day; mileage $0.60/km
• Monthly allowances: electronic device $25, internet $100, mobile device $75 data + $20 hardware

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review three subdivision applications and one development permit application. The most consequential item is a proposal by Destiny Homes to create five country residential lots totaling 8.59 hectares near Grande Prairie, which requires a minor variance from the Municipal Development Plan. The commission will also consider a boundary adjustment, a subdivision near La Glace, and a development permit for IKN Trucking.

• Subdivision PLSUB20210026: 5 lots, 8.59 ha, CR-2 zoning, near Range Road 74 and Highway 43
• Subdivision PLSUB20210036: Tony Mitchell, Pt. NE-27-73-3-W6
• Subdivision PLSUB20200253: Warkentin, Pt. SE-10-72-3-W6
• Development permit PLDEV20210110: IKN Trucking, Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1323931

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and policies, including the 2021 Property Tax Bylaw, an amendment to the County-Aquatera Utility Bylaw, and a Road Use Agreement Bylaw. They will also discuss the Regional HandiBus initiative, firearms restrictions on agricultural land in Clairmont, and a notice of motion to waive development permit fees. The agenda includes public hearings and closed session items.

• Bylaw 3158 - 2021 Property Tax Bylaw
• Bylaw 3160 - Amendment to Bylaw 3070 County-Aquatera Utility Bylaw (rate increases)
• Bylaw 3153 - Road Use Agreement Bylaw
• Draft Policy N49 - Bond Agreement Policy
• Notice of Motion - Waiving of Development Permit Fees

Historic Resources Committee

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Historic Resources Committee is meeting to complete its draft designation procedures and review the status of existing and potential municipal historic resource properties. The agenda includes unfinished business on finalizing the Historic Resource Designation Procedures and reviewing a confidential heritage report with rankings and urgency of action for 14 named sites, plus updates on action items for several properties. No new business is listed.

• Finalize Historic Resource Designation Procedures draft
• Review of existing historic resource properties with rankings (confidential report by David Leonard)
• St. John's Lutheran Church NW12 TP71 R9 W6
• Smoky Heights Store SW13 TP74 R3 W6
• Updates on action items: Bob Williams Residence, Edson Trail, Halcourt Blacksmith Shop, Halcourt School, Halcourt United Church, Ashdown School, Teepee Creek Store, Goodfare Manse, Immanuel Evangelical Lutheran Church

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to hear presentations, including the 2020 auditor's report and the La Glace Community Water System project, and to make decisions on items such as the 2021 Property Tax Bylaw, divisional boundaries, and several subdivision time extensions. The agenda includes public hearings, new business items like fire services partnerships and tenders, and a closed session for confidential matters.

• 2021 Property Tax Bylaw 3158
• Bylaw 3159 Divisional Boundaries Bylaw
• Public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-008 (Destiny Homes & Developments Ltd.)
• Tender awards for Five Mile Hall School Site water/sanitary servicing and RR 44 erosion/drainage
• La Glace Community Water System project presentation

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is discussing a draft Surface Water Management Policy, which sets rules for how the County handles drainage on private land and protects its infrastructure. They will also receive an update on construction projects and discuss future agenda items. The meeting includes a closed session for items like an insurance report and a proposed land sale.

• Draft Policy N48 – Surface Water Management Policy, including a Private Drainage Maintenance Agreement
• Construction project update with carry-over projects (e.g., Sprucewood Park base pave, TWP RD 724 grading) and 2021 projects (e.g., RGE RD 123, Clairmont North overlay)
• Closed session: Insurance Report (s. 27 FOIP)
• Closed session: Proposed Land Sale (s. 16 FOIP)
• Closed session: Road Use Agreement Bylaw and Bond Agreement Policy (s. 27 FOIP)

Joint County - Sexsmith Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 and Town of Sexsmith are holding a joint public hearing to consider adopting the Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) via Bylaw 3157. The plan sets a 50-year growth strategy for lands of joint interest, covering land use, transportation, utilities, agriculture, and dispute resolution. Councils will hear public submissions before deciding whether to adopt the bylaw.

• Public hearing on Bylaw 3157 adopting the Town of Sexsmith / County of Grande Prairie Intermunicipal Development Plan
• Plan includes a 50-year development strategy and future land use map (Schedule A)
• Plan addresses future growth areas, agriculture, country residential, rural industrial, and natural environment
• Includes procedures for dispute resolution, plan amendment, and repeal
• Public can speak by phone at (855) 756-7520 Ext. 72930#

Council Budget Meeting - 15

Council is reviewing the 2021-2023 budget, including a 2020 financial update, 2021 budget highlights, assessment and taxes, funding options, final budget adjustments, and a 5-year capital plan. They will also consider a business case for facilities maintenance for non-profits. The meeting includes a closed session for personnel matters.

• 2021 operating budget: $106.25M revenue, $81.02M expenses, $25.24M surplus
• 2021 capital budget: $26.92M revenue, $88.80M expenses, $61.89M deficit
• Debt balance Dec 2020: $48.0M, 29.3% of debt limit; 2021 borrowing $10.8M
• 2020 surplus $7.6M transferred to financial stabilization reserve
• Business case for facilities maintenance for non-profits

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review two subdivision applications: one to create an 80-acre agricultural lot west of Sexsmith, and another to create five industrial lots in the Peregrine Industrial Park in Clairmont. The meeting will also include approval of the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.

• Subdivision PLSUB20200385: 80-acre agricultural lot for Brian & Teresa Fast, west of Sexsmith, adjacent to Highway 672
• Subdivision PLSUB20210033: five industrial lots totaling 6.56 hectares in Peregrine Industrial Park, Clairmont, for Curtis & Karen Busenius and Troy & Jaime Dube
• Approval of March 30, 2021 meeting minutes

FCSS Advisory Board Meeting

The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to review updates on United Way emergency funds, a volunteer appreciation event, the County Connector Bus, and rural homelessness estimation. New business includes a family justice initiative, a Keep In Touch program proposal, and regional meeting/advocacy items. The agenda is largely informational and procedural, with no major decisions or contracts listed for approval.

• United Way Emergency Funds update: $10,000 received for 2020-2021, ~$3,000 spent; $11,000 allocated for 2021-2022
• Direct Energy Emergency Fund: $37,500 administered, 40 families and 16 individuals received average $603 for utilities
• County Connector Bus: Green Trip Funding Agreement (pages 14-25)
• Rural Homelessness Estimation update (pages 26-27)
• Keep In Touch Program Proposal with budget business case (pages 36-66)

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider several funding requests from local organizations, including the Clairmont & District Agricultural Society, Bezanson Agricultural Society, Nitehawk Year-Round Adventure Park, and Bear Creek Folk Festival. They will also discuss unfinished business such as a draft intermunicipal relationships policy, a cost analysis for regional animal pound services, and signage to limit engine retarder brakes. A public hearing is scheduled for a rezoning bylaw (Bylaw 2680-21-007) for a property owned by Curtis and Karen Busenius.

• Funding requests from Clairmont & District Agricultural Society, Bezanson Agricultural Society, Nitehawk Year-Round Adventure Park, and Bear Creek Folk Festival
• Public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-007 to rezone Pt. NE-21-70-7-W6 (Curtis & Karen Busenius)
• Draft Intermunicipal Relationships and Regionalization Policy
• Cost analysis for delivery of regional animal pound services to neighbouring municipalities
• Signage to limit engine retarder brakes on RGE RD 94 and HWY 667 south of HWY 43

Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee

The Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee is meeting to continue its review of compensation for County councillors and board members. They will discuss results of a council compensation survey, review current compensation policies and bylaws, and compare their pay with other municipalities. The committee is considering changes to per diems, travel allowances, and benefits.

• Review of Council Compensation Survey results
• Review of current compensation methodology, policies, and bylaws (F5, F1, F8, F2, L4)
• Review of comparative municipalities' compensation summary chart
• Current daily per diem rate is $323.05; board members get $220/day hotel and $55/day meals
• Councillors get base pay of $1534.49/month, mileage at $0.60/km, and up to $100/month internet reimbursement

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review four subdivision applications, each seeking to create a single new lot. The applications include an 80-acre agricultural parcel near Highway 672, a country residential lot near Bezanson, and two other parcels. The commission will also approve the minutes from its March 9, 2021 meeting.

• Subdivide 32.08 hectares (80 acres) for agricultural use near Highway 672, ten miles west of Sexsmith (PLSUB20210018)
• Subdivide 3.12 hectares (7.72 acres) for country residential use near Bezanson (PLSUB20200474)
• Subdivide land for Baloch Developments Corp. (PLSUB20190525)
• Subdivide land for Kevin & Rosemarie Friesen (PLSUB20200444)
• Subdivide land for Rupert Higgins / Arta Juneau (PLSUB20200465)

Special Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 is holding a special council meeting to consider a request from the Maskwa Medical Center for $25,000 in funding and a letter of support to develop a business plan and cost-benefit analysis for a proposed not-for-profit medical clinic. The clinic, modeled after the Mayo Clinic, aims to provide faster diagnosis for complex medical cases in the Peace Country. Council will also hold a closed session to discuss an intermunicipal collaboration framework and a funding request for the La Glace Regional Recreation Centre.

• Request for $25,000 funding for Maskwa Medical Center business plan and cost-benefit analysis
• Letter of support for Maskwa Medical Center, a proposed AHS-funded clinic
• Closed session: Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (s. 27 FOIP)
• Closed session: La Glace Regional Recreation Centre funding request (s. 16, 25, 29 FOIP)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole will receive information on the Core-Flex Paramedic Staffing Model, an update from Alberta Environment and Parks, a funding request for the La Glace Regional Recreation Centre, and a request for support for a business plan for the Maskwa Medical Centre. The meeting also includes closed session items on Nauticol Energy, Southwest Clairmont land requests, and personnel.

• Core-Flex Paramedic Staffing Model report from Alberta Health Services
• Alberta Environment and Parks update on Wapiti Recreation Area dispositions and trail agreement
• La Glace Regional Recreation Centre funding request with 5-year operational budget
• Letter of support and financial support for Maskwa Medical Centre business plan
• Closed session: Nauticol Energy verbal update, Southwest Clairmont land requests, personnel

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to hear delegations, including updates from the Wembley & District Agricultural Society, Kleskun Hills Museum, and regional policing annual reports. They will also consider a public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-006, several subdivision time extensions, and award recommendations for a landfill compactor and two fire tenders. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and administrative reports, plus a closed session for intermunicipal negotiations and personnel matters.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-006 (Pt. NW-10-74-8-W6) for Brian & Teresa Fast
• Award recommendation for replacement purchase of landfill compactor
• MOST Grant allocation to Evergreen Park COVID-19 payroll relief
• Renewal replacement of two fire tenders
• Green Shirt Day proclamation

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to discuss new business including a proposal for municipalities to fund the ASB Provincial Committee's operations after provincial funding ended, and to recommend a location for the 2023 ASB Conference. They will also consider a sponsorship request, program reporting, and amendments to the Farm Family Awards policy. The agenda includes introductions of new staff and board members, plus several information items.

• Proposal for municipalities to fund ASB Provincial Committee operations
• Recommendation on 2023 ASB Conference location (Grande Prairie or Edmonton)
• Sponsorship request from Meadow Marsh Pictures
• Policy D17 Farm Family Awards proposed amendment
• Fusarium graminearum management discussions with seed cleaning associations

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a single subdivision application (PLSUB20200474) to create one 3.12-hectare (7.72-acre) lot for Country Residential use near Bezanson. The meeting also includes adoption of the agenda, approval of previous minutes, and adjournment. No development permit applications or information items are listed.

• Subdivision application PLSUB20200474 by Grant & Bernice LaValley for Pt. NE-24-72-3-W6, adjacent to Range Road 30, to create one 3.12 ha lot
• Proposed lot is zoned Country Residential (CR-5) and located two miles northeast of Bezanson
• Conditions include road widening of 5 metres off the east boundary and providing access to County standard
• No adjacent landowner comments received

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to discuss and decide on a range of items including policy reviews for cemetery and beautification grants, a railway crossing signalization project, and several new bylaws. They will also consider funding requests from local organizations and subdivision time extensions. The agenda includes both regular business and closed session items.

• Funding request from Community Foundation of Northwestern Alberta for 2021 Vital Signs Project
• Review of Cemetery Improvement Grant Policy and Beautification Initiatives Policy
• Signalization on HWY 667 Railway Crossing
• Bylaw 3155 Election Bylaw and Bylaw 3156 to Amend Hilltop Estates Homeowners Association Lending Bylaw
• Subdivision time extension requests for multiple properties

Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee

The Council and Board Remuneration Review Committee is meeting to review compensation and expense reimbursement for elected officials and board members. They will elect a chair and vice chair, review the terms of reference, and examine current policies and bylaws, including per diem rates and travel allowances. The committee will also compare compensation with other municipalities and review survey data to develop recommendations for the next term of office.

• Review of Bylaw 2523 - Reimbursement of Councillor Expenses
• Review of Policy F5 Board Member Compensation (per diem $323.05/day)
• Review of Policy F1 Council Honoraria and Travel Expenses (base pay $1534.49/month)
• Review of comparative municipalities' audited financial statements for 2018 and 2019
• Draft Terms of Reference for the committee

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review three subdivision applications: a country residential lot near Bezanson, an industrial boundary adjustment in Clairmont, and a larger industrial boundary adjustment with municipal reserve lots near Sexsmith. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Decisions will be made on each application based on planning regulations and conditions.

• Subdivision PLSUB20200476: Bohnkers Site Wise Ltd. / Global Raymac, Pt. SW-8-72-8-W6
• Subdivision PLSUB20200433: Dwayne Reber / Velocity Group, Pt. SE-9-74-5-W6
• Subdivision PLSUB20200461: Abe Neufeld / Helix Surveys, Pt. NW-6-73-5-W6
• Approval of Feb 9, 2021 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider several financial decisions, including a funding decision for the Grande Prairie High Performance Centre, an ERP software contract award, and a borrowing bylaw for the Spring Creek Bridge replacement. Council will also hold public hearings on two bylaws (2680-21-005 and 3148) and discuss partnerships, policies, and appointments. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and recognitions.

• Bylaw 2680-21-005: rezoning for Grant & Bernice Lavalley (Pt. NE-24-72-3-W6)
• Bylaw 3148: Tradesman ASP for York Realty Inc. (NE-10-72-5-W6 & N-11-72-5-W6)
• Grande Prairie High Performance Centre financial decision
• Finance ERP award recommendation
• Bylaw 3151: Spring Creek Bridge Replacement borrowing

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss new business, including a presentation on the Greenview Industrial Gateway project, the 2020 fourth-quarter financial summary, a capital expenditure report, and 2021 emergency operating funding requests. The committee will also introduce the new Director of Corporate Services and discuss agenda items for future meetings. The meeting includes a closed session on a geohazards assessment for Township Road 713 to Aspen Ridge.

• Greenview Industrial Gateway presentation by MD of Greenview CAO and Executive Director of Industrial Development
• 2020 Q4 Financial Summary Report: operating surplus of $6.5M, capital expenditures $32.1M vs budget $72.2M
• Capital Expenditure to Budget Report up to December 31, 2020
• 2021 Emergency Operating Funding Requests
• Closed session: Township Road 713 to Aspen Ridge – Desktop Geohazards Assessment (s.16 FOIP)

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

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Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review four subdivision applications and two development permit applications, including a tabled aggregate facility proposal. Decisions will be made on creating new residential lots and approving temporary gravel pit operations.

• Subdivision: 1.48 ha lot in Crystal Creek Acres, southwest of Bezanson (PLSUB20200446)
• Subdivision: Trican Well Service Ltd., NW-24-72-6-W6 (PLSUB20200464)
• Subdivision: R.B. Curry Auto Transport Ltd. & Balderston Capital Corp., SE-15-73-6-W6 (PLSUB20190616)
• Development permit: Aggregate Facility, Temporary for Pfau/Reichert, tabled from Jan. 26 meeting (PLDEV20200450)
• Development permit: 2253300 Alberta Ltd., SW-16-75-10-W6 (PLDEV20200478)

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to consider a tax penalty relief request, four public hearings on land-use bylaws, and several new business items including equipment purchases and agreements. The agenda also includes recognitions, minutes approval, and a closed session for negotiations and legal matters.

• Request for tax penalty relief on Roll 2196400 from Muskeg Construction Ltd (by KMC Oilfield Services)
• Public hearing: Bylaw 3152 - Textual Amendment to the Cowan Area Structure Plan (File No. PLOPA20200472)
• Public hearing: Bylaw 2680-21-002 - Plan 012 2048; Lot 2; Pt. SE-20-71-6-W6 (Design Works Engineering Ltd. / 2040207 Alberta Ltd.)
• Public hearing: Bylaw 2680-21-003 - Pt. SE-9-74-5-W6 (Dwayne Reber / Velocity Group Surveying & Engineering)
• Public hearing: Bylaw 2680-21-004 - Pt. NW-6-73-5-W6 (Abe Neufeld / Helix Surveys Ltd.)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss and receive information on several topics, including an analysis of community hall operating funding, a presentation from CN on its Alberta initiatives, and an update from Alberta Environment and Parks on various land and recreation matters. The committee will also hear presentations on a proposed high-performance sports centre and a soccer facility proposal. The meeting includes a staff introduction and a report on council promotional item expenditures.

• Community hall operating funding analysis: 2021 allocation of $81,260 to 17 halls, plus $4,779 for Sexsmith Civic Centre and $4,508 for Sexsmith Community Centre
• Presentation by CN on initiatives in Alberta
• Alberta Environment and Parks update covering Wapiti gravel pits, Camp Tamarack expansion, and Pipestone Trail expansion
• Presentation on Grande Prairie High Performance Sports Centre
• Soccer facility proposal from Swan City FC

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a subdivision application from Smoky Valley Aggregate Inc. for land in the Smoky Valley area, and a development permit application from the Pfau family. The meeting also includes approval of the previous meeting's minutes. Decisions will be made on these applications.

• Subdivision application PLSUB20200409 by Smoky Valley Aggregate Inc. (Pt. SE-27-74-2-W6)
• Development permit application PLDEV20200450 by Jacob Pfau, Marjorie Pfau & Irene Reichert (Pt. NE-32-70-9-W6 & Pt. SW-4-71-9-W6)
• Approval of January 12, 2021 meeting minutes

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council is meeting to conduct routine business, including staff introductions, minutes approval, and several administrative reports. A public hearing is scheduled for Bylaw 2680-21-001, which involves land for the Saddle Hills Target Sports Association. Council will also consider funding requests, policy updates, and contract awards.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 2680-21-001 (Saddle Hills Target Sports Association) at 1 p.m.
• Community Assistance Funding Request from 3D Children's Society
• Operating Assistance Policies K14 & K15 and Recreation Advisory Boards Policy K17 review
• Tender award for line painting and crack sealing 2021
• Tender award for crushing, stockpiling and other work

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider three subdivision applications and two development permit applications. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings. Decisions will be made on these applications, which involve creating residential lots and permits for a home occupation and a second residence.

• Subdivision PLSUB20200443: Moon, Pt. SE-33-71-3-W6M
• Subdivision PLSUB20200447: Housworth, Pt. NE-9-71-7-W6
• Subdivision PLSUB20200253: Warkentin, Pt. SE-10-72-3-W6
• Development permit PLDEV20200423: Anweiler, home occupation (major), Plan 002 4080; Lot 1; Pt. NW-3-73-6-W6
• Development permit PLDEV20200424: Nykoluk, agricultural industry, second residence, Pt. NW-9-75-8-W6

FCSS Advisory Board Meeting

The FCSS Advisory Board will receive updates on the United Way Emergency Fund, the Helpseeker online resource directory, and the Rural Homelessness Estimation survey. They will also discuss a draft policy for Seniors and Accessible Transportation grants and a Volunteer Appreciation Event. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and program reports.

• United Way Emergency Fund: $93,511 total received from three funding sources for 2020-2021; $3,001 allocated so far
• Helpseeker update: interactions rose from 1,435 in November to 5,900 in December; 728 total listings
• Rural Homelessness Estimation: 56 completed surveys; results expected spring 2021
• Draft policy for Seniors and Accessible Transportation Operating Grants to be reviewed
• Volunteer Appreciation Event discussed

Council Meeting

The County of Grande Prairie No. 1 Council will meet to address unfinished business, new business, and closed-session items. Key decisions include potential speed limit changes on TWP RD 730 and a railroad crossing on Highway 667, a borrowing bylaw for municipal servicing at the Five Mile Hall School Site, and several development permit and subdivision time extension requests. The agenda also includes appointments, a broadband grant letter of support, and a physician recruitment incentive application.

• Notice of motion to increase speed limit on TWP RD 730 east of HWY 2 from 80 km/h to 100 km/h
• Borrowing Bylaw 3139 for Five Mile Hall School Site municipal servicing
• Development permit request for offices and accessory buildings (PLDEV20200466, Midwest Pipelines)
• Broadband grant letters of support for Xplornet Communications and GPNetworks
• Award recommendation for replacement purchase of 2021 Sourcewell snow & ice plow truck