Hinton public meetings in 2022
51 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will meet to discuss several action items, including a revised Council Code of Conduct. The meeting also includes discussions on automated traffic enforcement and a letter of support for Pathway to the Park.
- Revised Bylaw No 1124 Council Code of Conduct
- Rescinding Bylaw No. 1129 – Community Engagement & Advisory Committee
- Automated Traffic Enforcement discussion
- Letter of Support - Pathway to the Park
- Proclamation - Alzheimer's Awareness Month
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Hinton RCMP presented a report regarding the detachment's workload, resourcing requirements, and financial impacts. The presentation included an overview of the current 'Post' model and discussed options for potential resource reductions requested by the Town.
- Presentation by S.Sgt. Shiloh Fragomeni on Hinton RCMP & Enforcement Services
- Discussion of the Five-Year Multi-Year Financial Plan signed June 10, 2022
- Review of the 17 FTE utilization target for municipal policing
- Discussion of Pay Principles Policy HR 1902
- Review of Revised Bylaw 1124 Council Code of Conduct
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will review the 2023 capital and operational budgets. The meeting also includes discussions on the West Area Structure Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1117-1 and reserve replacement.
- West Area Structure Plan Amendment Bylaw No. 1117-1
- 2023 Capital Budget review
- 2023 Operational Budget review
- Reserve Replacement discussion
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the draft 2023 Capital Budget for the Town of Hinton. Administration is seeking direction on the budget, which includes new projects and items carried forward from 2022. The committee will discuss funding sources, including grants and reserves, before the budget is presented for final adoption in December.
- Draft 2023 Capital Budget totaling $8,668,242
- Proposed $2,400,000 for Beaver Boardwalk Rehabilitation (grant dependent)
- Proposed $1,600,000 for Hardisty Avenue Water & Sanitary project
- Proposed $1,635,000 for Gregg Ave Waterline project
- Proposed $45,000 for Wanyandi Avenue and West River Road guardrail repairs
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
The Town of Hinton is reviewing a 10-unit affordable housing proposal submitted by The Evergreens Foundation. The proposal outlines target populations, rental models for various income levels, and potential municipal responsibilities.
- 10-unit affordable housing project proposal
- Proposed rental rates for 1 and 2 bedroom units
- Target populations including seniors, Indigenous peoples, and people with disabilities
- Proposed municipal tax exemption for at least 40 years
- Discussion of potential municipal costs for snow removal and yard maintenance
2023 BUDGET - COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to review the proposed 2023 draft budget for the Town of Hinton. The workshop includes discussions on proposed capital project plans and operational business cases for various municipal departments.
- Review of 2023 Proposed Capital Project Plans
- Review of 2023 Proposed Operating Budget business cases
- Discussion of 2022 Adopted Capital Budget recap
- Review of 2023-2026 Adopted Capital Plan recap
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Council received a presentation on community resilience research and discussed options for staff compensation. The meeting also included a public hearing regarding a land use bylaw amendment and a road closure.
- Presentation on fRI Research community resilience project results
- Request for report on $70,000.00 for a Destination Management Administrator
- Public hearing for Land Use Bylaw No. 1088-18 (113 Rowan Street)
- Public hearing for Road Closure Bylaw No. 1175
- Direction to bring back policy options for staff compensation costs
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council is reviewing a final Service Level Review report to improve municipal efficiency. Discussions include a proposed reduction to the ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. franchise fee and inquiries into RCMP staffing levels.
- Proposed 2.60% reduction to the ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. franchise fee
- Service Level Review Final Report presentation
- Public hearing for Road Closure Bylaw No. 1175
- Inquiry into RCMP staffing and service levels compared to surrounding municipalities
- Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 1088-18
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing presentations from local civic partners, including the Chamber of Commerce and the Hinton Historical Society. Administration will also provide updates on asset management and financial reporting through September 30, 2022.
- Chamber of Commerce presentation on Explore Hinton tourism statistics
- Chamber of Commerce request for a combined $53,000 service agreement for 2023
- Hinton Historical Society presentation on museum operations and partnerships
- Administration report on Asset Management
- Administration report on Financial Reporting ending September 30, 2022
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will consider the Hinton Community Sustainability Plan and a recommendation regarding ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. franchise fees. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the closure of a road under Bylaw 1174.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 1174 regarding Boutin Lands road closure
- Discussion of the Hinton Community Sustainability Plan (MD-2662)
- Review of ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. franchise fee recommendation
- Discussion on the financial sustainability of RCMP services
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing potential changes to ATCO gas franchise fees and receiving updates on properties in tax arrears. The meeting also includes presentations on economic recovery grants and the Performing Arts Society of Hinton.
- Discussion of potential ATCO gas franchise fee changes, currently set at 14.60%
- Update on six properties remaining in tax arrears totaling $35,298.64
- Presentation on the Town of Hinton Economic Recovery Grant Program
- Civic Partnership presentation by the Performing Arts Society of Hinton
- Review of FortisAlberta Electric franchise fee documents
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will meet to consider several action items, including an immigration program application and land use amendments. The agenda also includes discussions on short-term rental business licenses and a playground remediation project.
- Intermunicipal Development Plan Bylaw No. 1133-1 First Reading
- Road Closure Bylaw 1st Reading for the Fountain Tire area
- Land Use Bylaw Amendment No 1088-18
- Lupin Way Playground Remediation Project
- Rural Renewal Stream - Alberta Advantage Immigration Program
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing presentations from local civic partners and administration reports. Discussions include financial updates from the Hinton Disc Golf Association, Hinton Mountain Bike Association, and Hinton Golf Club.
- Presentation: Hinton Disc Golf Association budget and financial snapshot
- Presentation: Hinton Mountain Bike Association 2022-23 budget and funding requests
- Presentation: Neighbourhood Garden proposal for land designation and services
- Presentation: Hinton Golf Club capital, budget to actual, and 3-year capital plan
- Report: Business License Information regarding Short Term Rentals MD-2607
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
The Special Council meeting includes action items regarding the appointment of Jordan Panasiuk as Chief Administrative Officer and several bylaw amendments. Council will also discuss road closures and non-residential tax incentives.
- Appointment of Chief Administrative Officer Jordan Panasiuk
- Bylaw No 1161-1 Non Residential Tax Incentive Bylaw Amendments
- Bylaw No 1139-1 Appointment of Designated Officers Amendment
- Road Closure Bylaw No 1174
- Presentation by Hinton Youth Advisory Council
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the Hinton Municipal Detachment Multi-Year Financial Plan for 2023-2028. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2023 budget, a municipal communications strategy, and a public participation plan for the upcoming budget.
- Presentation of Hinton Municipal Detachment Multi-Year Financial Plan (MD-2632)
- Discussion of Targeting Spending Increase for the 2023 Budget (MD-2593)
- Review of Municipal Communications Strategy 2022-2026
- Review of Budget 2023 - Public Participation Plan
- Closed session regarding Civic Partnerships Inventory and Union Negotiations
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council is reviewing an application to appoint an Indigenous Representative to the Beaver Boardwalk Community Oversight Committee. Additionally, residents are presenting concerns regarding sewer backups on Collinge Road that have caused property damage. Council will also consider the 2023 budget process and an intermunicipal development plan amendment.
- Presentation regarding sewer flooding on Collinge Road with reported home damages between $20,000 and $70,000
- Appointment of an Indigenous Representative to the Beaver Boardwalk Community Oversight Committee
- First reading of Intermunicipal Development Plan Bylaw Amendment No. 1133-1
- Discussion of the 2023 Budget Process/Policy
- Appointment of Designated Officers via Bylaw No. 1139
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a draft policy and revised statement to standardize how the Town of Hinton acknowledges traditional Indigenous lands. The policy includes a requirement for the statement to be used at Council meetings and on the Town website. The Committee will discuss the draft before it moves to Council for a final decision.
- Review of Draft Land Acknowledgement Policy CL-1110
- Proposed verbal use of Land Acknowledgement at Council and Committee meetings
- Proposed print use of Land Acknowledgement on agendas and Town website
- Closed session regarding Work Disruption Plan
- Closed session regarding Collective Bargaining Union Negotiations
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council met to discuss various administrative and community items. Key decisions included approving a new street sweeper and funding for a local economic recovery program.
- Approved purchase of a rental return Elgin Eagle street sweeper not to exceed $350,000
- Approved up to $25,000 for Community Futures West Yellowhead Local Economic Recovery Grant Program
- Passed Hinton Youth Advisory Council Bylaw No. 1169
- Passed Business License Bylaw Amendment No. 1126-2
- Defeated proposed annual fees for Short-Term Rentals and Non-Principal Residents
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a funding opportunity for the Beaver Boardwalk rehabilitation through a FRIAA grant. Administration is also proposing a business case for the 2023 budget to recognize Truth and Reconciliation Day annually.
- Beaver Boardwalk rehabilitation funding application via FRIAA
- Proposed $60,000 annual maintenance budget for Beaver Boardwalk
- Business case for Truth and Reconciliation Day recognition in the 2023 budget
- Discussion of Hinton Community Sustainability Plan (CSP)
- Closed session regarding CAO recruitment and mutual performance
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council is holding a public hearing and readings on Land Use Bylaw Amendment 1088-17, which adds short-term rental provisions to align with the Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162. Council will also consider third reading of Business License Bylaw Amendment 1126-2, which sets a business licence fee for non-principal residence short-term rentals. Other agenda items include a Youth Advisory Council bylaw, policy updates, replacement of a 1997 Elgin Eagle street sweeper, and an economic development proposal from Community Futures. A closed session on CAO recruitment is also scheduled.
- Public hearing and second/third reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment 1088-17 to add short-term rental rules, including parking and guest room limits
- Third reading of Business License Bylaw Amendment 1126-2; administration recommends a $900 fee for non-principal residence short-term rentals, after council previously discussed $1,500 and $500
- Bylaw No. 1169 to establish a Youth Advisory Council
- Replacement of Town-owned sweeper (1997 Elgin Eagle)
- Economic Development Proposal from Community Futures
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Hinton Town Council held a special meeting on July 29, 2022, with Mayor Marcel Michaels and five councillors present; Councillor Stuart Taylor was absent. Council adopted the agenda, then moved into a closed session under section 17 of FOIP to discuss a CAO recruitment update. After exiting closed session, council unanimously approved amendments to the draft CAO contract as discussed in closed session, then adjourned at 4:50 p.m.
- Closed session held on a CAO recruitment update, cited under s.17 of FOIP
- Motion SCM-22072904: Council approved amendments to the draft CAO Contract as discussed in Closed Session
- All recorded motions carried unanimously
- Councillor Stuart Taylor was absent
- Meeting ran from 2:01 p.m. to 4:50 p.m.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets July 26, 2022 to hear administrative reports and give direction. Administration recommends Option C on trails: develop a Trails Level of Service and Connectivity Plan after an organization-wide service level review, rather than forming a committee or working group now. The committee will also consider amendments to the Community Grant Program, termination of the Automated Traffic Enforcement contract, replacement of a 1997 Elgin Eagle sweeper, and a Rapid Housing Initiative update. A Truth & Reconciliation discussion and a closed session on mutual performance are also listed.
- Trails Committee MD-2381: Administration recommends Option C — a Trails Level of Service and Connectivity Plan after the service level review; Options A (committee) and B (working group) also presented
- Community Grant Program amendments: add 10 bonus points for attending the 10-minute Q&A, plus a grant-writing reference package; program has provided $1.61 million since 1999
- Termination of the Automated Traffic Enforcement Contract (MD-2639)
- Replacement of Town-owned sweeper, a 1997 Elgin Eagle (MD-2556)
- Rapid Housing Initiative Update; closed session on Mutual Performance per s. 17 of FOIP
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets July 19, 2022, with an agenda that is largely procedural: adopting the agenda, approving minutes from three prior meetings, and hearing reports. The only substantive item listed is a closed session on CAO recruitment, closed under s. 17 of FOIP. No bylaws, contracts, rezonings, or public hearings are scheduled for decision at this meeting.
- Closed session: CAO Recruitment Discussion, closed per s. 17 of FOIP
- Adoption of minutes: Regular Council July 5, 2022; Committee of the Whole July 12, 2022; Special Council July 12, 2022
- Citizens 'Minute with Council' and Delegations and Presentations sections listed with no items
- Reporting: Council reports and Chief Administrative Officer reporting/status report
- Notices of Motion section listed with no items
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets July 12, 2022, to discuss a draft bylaw (No. 1169) that would replace the existing Hinton Youth Advisory Council bylaw and update its terms of reference. The committee will also receive the Automated Traffic Enforcement 2020-2022 annual report. The meeting includes a closed session under the Municipal Government Act. No final decisions are made at this committee stage; the youth bylaw is proposed to go to the August 2, 2022 regular council meeting.
- Draft Bylaw No. 1169 would repeal Bylaw No. 1128 and establish new Hinton Youth Advisory Council terms of reference
- Proposed changes include volunteer hours tied to meeting hours, attendance limits for the bursary, and Youth Councillors chairing meetings
- Town Council would allocate $8,000 annually to HYAC, with $5,000 designated for a bursary fund and $3,000 for meals, clothing, and operating expenses
- Bursary of up to $500 per term for eligible Youth Councillors graduating and enrolling in post-secondary studies
- Automated Traffic Enforcement 2020-2022 annual report presented to committee
SPECIAL MEETING COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council is holding a special meeting on July 12, 2022, to review and vote on the 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements, audited by JDP Wasserman & Associates. The draft statements report a 2021 annual surplus of $2,601,054 and accumulated surplus of $164,815,934. Council will also consider a Library Contract for Services Agreement and a request to waive a portion of property taxes owed. A closed session on the 2021 audit review is scheduled under FOIP section 24.
- Approval of 2021 Consolidated Financial Statements showing $2,601,054 annual surplus and $164,815,934 accumulated surplus
- Library Contract for Services Agreement up for council decision
- Request to waive a portion of property taxes owed
- Closed session on JDP Wasserman Associates 2021 Audit Review under FOIP s.24
- Public delegation presentation by JDP Wasserman Associates on the 2021 Audit Review
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets July 5, 2022, to consider several action items including a multi-year financial plan for the Hinton RCMP Municipal Detachment, a public auction reserve bid for tax arrears properties, and a waiver of outstanding property taxes on three properties. Council will also review a 2011 International Solid Waste Truck (MD-2627) and an unbudgeted funding request related to the 2022 Service Level Review. The meeting includes a closed session for a personnel matter under FOIP.
- Hinton RCMP Municipal Detachment Multi-Year Financial Plan
- 2022 Public Auction Reserve Bid For Tax Arrears Properties
- Waiver of Outstanding Property Taxes (3 Properties)
- 2011 International Solid Waste Truck MD-2627
- Unbudgeted Funding Request - 2022 Service Level Review
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets June 28, 2022 to discuss a draft Contract for Services between the Town and the Hinton Library Board, which would replace a 2016 Letter of Understanding. Administration recommends the committee direct the contract to the July 19, 2022 Regular Council Meeting for a decision. The agenda also includes a report on a 2011 International Solid Waste Truck, council reports, and a possible closed session under the Municipal Government Act.
- Draft Town of Hinton Library Board Contract for Services Agreement, intended to replace the 2016 Letter of Understanding, with a current LOU extension to August 31, 2022
- Administration report on a 2011 International Solid Waste Truck
- Council reports from boards and committees of council
- Chief Administrative Officer report including status report and council action pending/complete lists
- Possible closed session under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act
SPECIAL MEETING COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council is holding a special meeting to consider three utility rate bylaws: Sewer Rate Bylaw 858-19, Water Rate Bylaw 859-25, and Waste Rate Bylaw 933-6. Each bylaw would raise rates effective July 1, 2022 — 4% for sewer and water customers, and 4% residential / 5% non-residential for waste — following a three-year rate increase approved during the December 15, 2020 special meeting. Administration says the increases offset operational costs tied to West Fraser, including $110,000/year for power, $25,000/year for water treatment plant space rent, and $150,000/year for lagoon maintenance. Council is also scheduled to move into a closed session under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act.
- Sewer Rate Bylaw 858-19: flat rate $32.26 plus $5.41 capital enhancement fee, total $37.67 per billing, effective July 1, 2022
- Water Rate Bylaw 859-25: flat rate $77.60 plus $5.41 capital enhancement and $5.41 water treatment surcharge, total $88.42 per billing
- Waste Rate Bylaw 933-6: 4% increase for residential and 5% for non-residential customers, about $51,000 in added revenue
- Sewer rate increase projected to add about $40,000 in 2022 revenue; water rate increase about $110,000
- Closed session cited under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets June 21, 2022 to hold a public hearing and vote on Mobile Vendors Bylaw No. 1170, which would create municipal regulations for mobile vendors. Council will also consider third reading of the Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162 and fee schedule amendments, plus Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 1088-17. Other items include 2022 Economic Development budget funding proposals, EV charging stations, and a community grant presentation.
- Public hearing on Mobile Vendors Bylaw No. 1170 with 35 written submissions received; second and third reading scheduled
- Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162 third reading, plus Business License Bylaw Amendment No. 1126-2 and Development Services Fees Bylaw No. 1104-4 fee schedules
- Land Use Bylaw Amendment No. 1088-17 and Land Use Bylaw edits overview
- 2022 Economic Development Budget Project Funding Proposals
- EVenture Charging Stations item
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets June 14, 2022 to receive two information reports: one on the 2023 budget process and one on the possibility of hosting the Alberta 55 Plus Games. The budget report proposes developing a formal budget policy and outlines a draft annual budget calendar. The Alberta 55 Plus Games report responds to a January 23, 2022 letter from Alberta 55 Plus and a February 9, 2022 Council direction to report back by June 30, 2022. A closed session on a mutual performance discussion is also listed.
- Alberta 55 Plus Games report: Town received a January 23, 2022 letter from Dave Finn, President of Alberta 55 Plus, about hosting as early as 2025; Council directed Administration on February 9, 2022 to report back by June 30, 2022
- Report states Hinton lacks facility infrastructure to host the Games alone; winter games need at least 4 rinks and summer games need a 4-lane all-weather track
- 2023 Budget Process report proposes a Town of Hinton Budget Policy modeled on policies from Camrose (2016) and Lacombe (2018), with a draft annual budget calendar
- Six 2022 budget 'parking lot' items to be revisited: Leadership Accountability by Design training, Jasper/Hinton Airport, Hinton Mountain Bike Association, Hinton Historical Society, Adaptable and Progressive Transportation, and Reestablishment of Freedom Express Service Levels
- Closed session listed under s.17 of FOIP for a mutual performance discussion
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets June 7, 2022 to work through action items including an amendment to a borrowing line-of-credit bylaw, the Town of Hinton Strategic Plan 2022-2025, a Regional Assessment Review Board bylaw with appointments, and proposed 2022 Economic Development budget expenditures. Council will also adopt minutes from its May 17 and May 24 meetings and receive the June 1 Council Information Package. A closed session is listed under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act, but no details of that matter are given in the agenda.
- Bylaw No. 1165 amendment — borrowing line of credit to finance operating expenditures
- Town of Hinton Strategic Plan 2022-2025 presented for council consideration
- Regional Assessment Review Board Bylaw No. 1173 and appointments of a designated clerk and chair
- Proposed 2022 Economic Development budget expenditures
- Minutes for adoption: Regular Council May 17, 2022 and Committee of the Whole May 24, 2022
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets May 24, 2022 to review the proposed Town of Hinton Strategic Plan 2022-2025 and hear a delegation from the Hinton Children's Learning Centre requesting leased space in the Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre. The committee will also receive council and CAO reports and may enter a closed session under the Municipal Government Act. No binding decisions are made at this committee meeting; the strategic plan is recommended for adoption at the June 7, 2022 council meeting.
- Hinton Children's Learning Centre requests leased space (the Youth Centre area) in the Dr. Duncan Murray Recreation Centre to expand childcare; cites a waitlist of over 25 children
- Administration recommends the committee forward the Town of Hinton Strategic Plan 2022-2025 to the June 7, 2022 council meeting for adoption
- Strategic plan sets four priorities: Infrastructure, Organizational Effectiveness, Economic Development, Community Services
- Council action pending list includes Bylaw No. 1162 (Business License fee of $500.00 for principal resident host operators) and Mobile Vendors Bylaw No. 1170 with a public hearing scheduled June 21, 2022
- Closed session may be held under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act; no bylaws or resolutions can be passed in closed session except to revert to open meeting or recess
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets May 17, 2022 to decide on several bylaws and budget items, including second reading of the Short Term Rental Bylaw No. 1162 and bylaws setting 2022 property tax rates. Council will also hear a delegation from the Royal Canadian Legion #249 requesting cancellation of its municipal taxes, and consider a Mobile Vendors Bylaw and a Land Acknowledgement Working Committee. Several items, including an Evergreens Foundation matter and CAO recruitment and contract items, are scheduled for closed session.
- Second reading of Short Term Rental Bylaw No. 1162
- Bylaw No. 1171 to authorize 2022 taxation rates and Supplementary Bylaw No. 1172
- Royal Canadian Legion #249 delegation requesting cancellation of its municipal taxes
- Mobile Vendors Bylaw No. 1170
- Land Acknowledgement Working Committee Terms of Reference
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole is discussing replacing the Town's 1997 Elgin Eagle street sweeper (Unit 437), which Administration says is worn out and costly to maintain. Administration recommends directing staff to bring back a future Council decision on buying a new Elgin Eagle for $393,512.83, with alternatives of a new single-engine unit at $366,250.00 or a used 2021 unit at $335,000.00. The committee will also review terms of reference for a Land Acknowledgement Working Committee and hold a closed session on a mutual performance discussion under FOIP s.17.
- Replacement of 1997 Elgin Eagle sweeper Unit 437; new Elgin Eagle quoted at $393,512.83
- Alternative new Elgin Broom Bear single-engine sweeper quoted at $366,250.00
- Used 2021 Elgin Broom Bear rental return quoted at $335,000.00
- Land Acknowledgement Working Committee Terms of Reference on the agenda
- Closed session: Mutual Performance Discussion, closed per s.17 of FOIP
SPECIAL MEETING COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council holds a special meeting on May 10, 2022, to decide on two items: adding lighted crosswalk infrastructure at Gerard Redmond Community Catholic School at an estimated $95,000 from the ATE reserve fund, and correcting the adopted 2022 Operating Budget. The budget correction would rescind Motion MD-2484, approve $220,600 in reductions, and direct $274,400 from Accumulated Surplus to reduce the 2022 tax rate. A closed session is also listed under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act.
- Proposed $95,000 lighted crosswalk at Gerard Redmond Community Catholic School, funded from the ATE reserve fund
- Budget correction rescinding Motion MD-2484, which had directed a $260,000 reserve reduction for a lower 2022 tax rate
- Proposed 2022 Operating Budget reductions totalling $220,600, including removal of the RCMP/Bylaw Study ($60,000) and reduction of the Boutin Lands Debenture ($55,000)
- Proposed transfer of $274,400 from 2022 Accumulated Surplus to the 2022 Property Tax revenue account to reduce the 2022 tax rate
- Closed session listed under Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets May 3, 2022 to consider correcting the 2022 Operating Budget after an error in the Alberta School Foundation Requisition left it $195,000 short. Council will also review capital projects for the Hinton Bike Park and cemetery columbarium, a debenture borrowing bylaw amendment for Boutin Land Development, and a letter from the Town of Edson on RCMP advocacy. A delegation is scheduled on a tax recovery file at 2-145 East River Rd.
- 2022 Operating Budget correction: transfer an additional $195,000 from projected 2021 surplus (estimated $949,000) to balance the budget
- Hinton Bike Park Trail Expansion Sustainability Capital Project
- Cemetery Columbarium Capital Project
- Amendment to Debenture Borrowing Bylaw No. 1167-1 for Boutin Land Development
- Delegation: Conrad Polachuk on Tax Recovery File 2-145 East River Rd.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets April 26, 2022 to discuss crosswalk safety at Gerard Redmond Community Catholic School and proposed amendments to the Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162. Administration recommends adding lighted crosswalk infrastructure at an estimated $85,000 from the ATE reserve fund, and bringing the short-term rental bylaw back for second and third reading on May 17, 2022. The committee will also hear a delegation from the school's Parent Advisory Committee and receive reports from administration and council. A closed session is scheduled for land discussion and a CAO recruitment update.
- Gerard Redmond Community Catholic School crosswalk safety: proposed $85,000 lighted crosswalk from ATE reserve, to return to Council May 3, 2022
- Short-Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162: proposed two-tier business licence fees of $285 (non-principal residence) and $160 (principal residence), with a local property manager requirement
- Proposed parking change for short-term rentals: one off-street stall per two guest rooms instead of per guest room
- Delegation: Gerard Redmond Community Catholic School Crosswalk - Parent Advisory Committee
- Closed session items: Land Discussion (s.25 FOIP) and CAO Recruitment Committee Update (s.17 FOIP)
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets April 19, 2022 to decide on updated Yellowhead Regional Waste Management Authority agreements, appoint members to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee, and establish a Land Acknowledgement Task Committee. Council will also receive a proclamation for Volunteer Week and review the April 13 Council Information Package. A closed session is scheduled for a mutual performance discussion under FOIP section 17.
- Decision on Yellowhead Regional Waste Management Authority Agreement and Management Agreement (2022), confirming Yellowhead County as administrative head
- Appointments to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee (BBOC)
- Establishment of a Land Acknowledgement Task Committee
- Proclamation for Volunteer Week
- Closed session: Mutual Performance Discussion per FOIP s.17
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets April 12, 2022 to review administration reports and direct whether two capital projects go to the May 3, 2022 Regular Council Meeting for decision. The reports cover $25,000 for Hinton Bike Park trail expansion sustainability work and $60,000 for a cemetery columbarium, both drawn from restricted reserves. The committee will also review updated Yellowhead Regional Landfill Authority agreements, a Wild Mountain Music Festival funding request, and a land acknowledgment discussion. A closed session is scheduled for board and committee vacancy applications and a mutual performance discussion.
- Hinton Bike Park Trail Expansion Sustainability: $25,000 from the Bike Park Restricted Reserve, leaving a projected $70,259 balance at the end of 2023
- Cemetery Columbarium: $60,000 from the Cemetery Perpetual Care Reserve; all four columbarium units are full as of March 28, 2022 and a waitlist exists
- Updated Yellowhead Regional Landfill Authority Agreements
- Wild Mountain Music Festival (WMMF) funding request
- Land Acknowledgment Discussion led by Councillor Haas
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets April 5, 2022, with public hearings scheduled on Debenture Borrowing Bylaw 1167 (Boutin Land Development) and Lease Guarantee Bylaw 1168 (Hinton Golfing Society). Council will also hear presentations from the Rural Development Network and the Wild Mountain Music Festival/Autumn Festival, and consider a disc golf course log benches capital project. A closed session is listed for a 2021 Code of Conduct Review under FOIP.
- Public hearing on Debenture Borrowing Bylaw 1167 for Boutin Land Development
- Public hearing on Lease Guarantee Bylaw 1168 for the Hinton Golfing Society
- Disc Golf Course Log Benches capital project under new business
- Presentations from Rural Development Network and Wild Mountain Music Festival/Autumn Festival
- Closed session: 2021 Code of Conduct Review under FOIP s. 24
SPECIAL MEETING COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council is holding a special meeting on March 29, 2022, starting at 4:00 PM in the Council Chambers at the Hinton Government Centre. The only substantive item is a closed session, meaning the public is excluded, covering two personnel matters under FOIP s. 17(2)(e): a CAO recruitment discussion and a mutual performance discussion. The agenda also includes adoption of the agenda, possible motions arising from the closed session, and adjournment. No bylaws, contracts, or public hearings are listed on this agenda.
- Closed session under FOIP s. 17(2)(e) covering two personnel items
- CAO (Chief Administrative Officer) recruitment discussion
- Mutual performance discussion
- Possible motions arising from closed session
- No public hearings, contracts, or fee changes on the agenda
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole met March 22, 2022, and handled mostly procedural business. Council postponed a Trails Committee addition to a future meeting before June 2022, removed the ATE Annual Report from the agenda, and discussed whether to reschedule the April 5, 2022 Regular Council meeting, with consensus to keep it and attend remotely if possible. Council also met in closed session on a 2021 Code of Conduct Report and CAO Recruitment Committee matters, then directed the Mayor to call a Special Meeting of the CAO Recruitment Committee for March 29, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.
- Postponed the Addition of Trails Committee MD-2381 to a future Committee of the Whole meeting before June 2022
- Removed information item 5.2 ATE Annual Report from the agenda
- Closed session held on the 2021 Code of Conduct Report (Section 24 of FOIP) and CAO Recruitment Committee (Section 17 of FOIP)
- Directed the Mayor to call a Special Meeting of the CAO Recruitment Committee on March 29, 2022 at 4:00 p.m.
- Discussed rescheduling the April 5, 2022 Regular Council meeting; consensus was not to reschedule
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets March 15, 2022, with a public hearing and second and third readings on Short-Term Rental Bylaw No. 1162, which would create municipal regulations for short-term rentals. Council will also decide on renewing the FortisAlberta franchise fee agreement, the Hinton Golfing Society 2022 Proposed Operating Agreement, and appointments to the library board. Several items, including golf course lands and personal matters, are scheduled for closed session.
- Public hearing and second/third reading of Short-Term Rental Bylaw No. 1162
- FortisAlberta franchise fee agreement renewal
- Hinton Golfing Society 2022 Proposed Operating Agreement decision
- Appointment of financial reviewer and signatory for the Hinton Library Board
- Closed session items on golf course lands and personal privacy matters
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets March 1, 2022 to decide several items carried over from previous meetings. The agenda lists approval of the 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Plan, a lease guarantee bylaw for the Hinton Golfing Society, an amendment to the Beaver Boardwalk Rehabilitation Project, and a debenture borrowing bylaw for Boutin Land Development. No delegations, citizens' presentations, or new business are scheduled, and the agenda does not include dollar amounts or details of the proposals.
- 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Plan approval
- Bylaw No. 1168 Lease Guarantee Hinton Golfing Society - MD 2439
- Beaver Boardwalk Rehabilitation Project Amendment
- Debenture Borrowing Bylaw #1167 - Boutin Land Development
- Adoption of Feb 15, 2022 regular council minutes
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole met on February 22, 2022, and directed Administration to reduce reserves by $260,000.00 and apply the savings to a reduced 2022 tax rate. The committee also directed Administration to retender and split the Maxwell Lake Bridge Rehabilitation project, and to bring a lease guarantee bylaw for the Hinton Golfing Society to the March 1, 2022 council meeting. The 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Operating Plan were accepted for information and sent to the March 1, 2022 meeting for action. The meeting ran from 4:01 p.m. to 11:10 p.m. and included a closed session on the Hinton Golf Course Lands Draft Agreement.
- Directed Administration to reduce reserves by $260,000.00 and apply savings to a reduced 2022 tax rate
- Directed Administration to retender and split the Maxwell Lake Bridge Rehabilitation project, with a tender posted for a minimum of four weeks
- Directed Administration to bring Bylaw No. 1168 Lease Guarantee Hinton Golfing Society for First Reading on March 1, 2022, with a public hearing scheduled April 5, 2022
- Accepted the 2021 Year-to-date Financial Statements and Capital Status Report as of December 31, 2021 for information
- Directed Administration to bring the Hinton Golf Course Lands Agreement back to the March 15, 2022 Regular Council meeting for decision
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets Tuesday, February 15, 2022 at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers to adopt its agenda and the minutes of the February 1, 2022 regular meeting. Action items include Bylaw No. 1163 on mandatory face coverings, approval of the 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Plan, redeployment of the COVID-19 Resiliency Support Program Grant, and Short Term Rental Bylaw No. 1162. Council will also hear delegations on a bylaw matter at 137 Athabasca Ave, Junior Achievement, and the Town of Hinton Library Board, and will go in camera for a personnel matter on interim CAO priorities under Section 17 of FOIP.
- Bylaw No. 1163 Mandatory Face Covering
- 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Plan Approval
- COVID 19 Resiliency Support Program Grant Redeployment
- Short Term Rental Bylaw No. 1162
- Bylaw matter at 137 Athabasca Ave (delegation by Ms. Clare Kovacs)
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets on February 1, 2022, with action items including approval of the 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Plan, an update on the Rapid Housing operational business case, and an appointment to the Community Engagement and Advisory Committee. Council will also discuss Section 8.1.2 of the Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw No. 1163. A closed session on a personnel/CAO update is listed under Section 17 of FOIP.
- 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Plan Approval
- Rapid Housing Operational Business Case Update
- Appointment to Community Engagement and Advisory Committee
- Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw No. 1163 - Section 8.1.2 (discussion)
- Closed session: Personnel, CAO Update - Section 17 of FOIP
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
Hinton's Committee of the Whole meets January 25, 2022 to hear a FortisAlberta franchise fee agreement presentation and to take up action items on COVID-19 resiliency grant funds and Short Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162. Discussion items include adding a Trails Committee (MD-2381) and affordable seniors housing on the Boutin Lands. Several items, including the FortisAlberta franchise agreement renewal and a Rapid Housing Initiative contribution, are listed for closed session under FOIP.
- FortisAlberta franchise fee agreement presentation, with the franchise agreement renewal listed for closed session under FOIP Section 21
- Action item: COVID19 Resiliency Support Program Grant Funds
- Action item: Short Term Rentals Bylaw No. 1162
- Discussion: Addition of Trails Committee MD-2381 (Councillor Trevor Haas)
- Discussion: Affordable Seniors Housing – Boutin Lands (Councillor Stuart Taylor)
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets January 18, 2022, to discuss the Hinton Golf Course, including the status of the existing golf cart fleet and a proposed new leasing option, plus an update on the Hinton Golfing Society Operating Agreement. Council will also receive a COVID-19 related security services summary and go into two closed sessions covering legal advice on a personnel contract, an economic development update, and the appointment of an interim CAO. Several items are information-only or procedural, and no final decisions on the golf cart lease are listed on the agenda.
- Golf cart status and leasing option: current lease balance $74,235.96 plus about $56,000 in estimated 2022 repair and maintenance; proposed new lease totals $712,152.96
- Hinton Golfing Society owes the Town $176,892.32 on an operating loan as of January 13, 2022, and $1,159,644.04 remains on the clubhouse debenture as of December 31, 2021
- Town entered a $1,500,000 loan agreement with the Society in June 2017 and allocated an additional $250,000 in October 2019
- COVID-19 Related Security Services Summary (MD-2359) listed as an information item
- Two closed sessions: legal advice for a personnel contract (FOIP Section 17) and appointment of an interim CAO (FOIP Section 17), plus an economic development opportunity update (FOIP Section 25)
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE - 14 & 15 Jan 2022
The Town of Hinton Committee of the Whole met January 14-15, 2022 to work through the Draft 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Operating Plan. The agenda lists base budget breakdowns by object and by function, plus Council and general operating business case proposals. Several items were moved to closed session under FOIP, including transportation, RCMP and bylaw responsibilities, economic development, and an organizational project. No decisions or dollar amounts are stated in the agenda itself.
- Draft 2022 Operating Budget and 2023-2025 Operating Plan under review
- Base Budget by Object and Base Budget by Function presentations
- Council Operating Business Case Proposals and Operating Business Case Proposals
- Closed session: Adaptable and Progressive Transportation (Section 17 FOIP)
- Closed session: Reconfiguration of RCMP and Bylaw Responsibilities (Section 17 FOIP)
REGULAR COUNCIL
Hinton Town Council meets Tuesday, January 11, 2022 at 4:00 PM in Council Chambers to adopt its agenda and the December 21, 2021 minutes, then move to action items. Council is set to consider an amendment to Bylaw 1165, a borrowing line of credit to finance operating expenditures, and a report on Hinton Golf Course golf cart status and a leasing option. Discussion items include Section 8.1.2 of the Mandatory Face Covering Bylaw 1162 and a new-business item from Councillor Stuart Taylor. Several matters are listed for closed session under FOIP, including the Hinton Golf Course Memorandum of Understanding, an economic development update, and CAO personnel matters.
- Amendment to Bylaw 1165, a borrowing line of credit to finance operating expenditures
- Hinton Golf Course golf cart status and leasing option
- Discussion of Section 8.1.2 of Mandatory Face Covering Bylaw 1162
- New Business in Hinton raised by Councillor Stuart Taylor
- Closed session items: Hinton Golf Course MOU (FOIP s.16), economic development update (FOIP s.25), CAO personnel and interim CAO appointment (FOIP s.17)