Hinton public meetings in 2023
15 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council is reviewing the 2024 draft capital and operating budgets, including potential waste management fee changes. The agenda also includes a second reading for a non-residential tax incentive bylaw and presentations from local groups.
- Second reading of Non-Residential Tax Incentive Bylaw No. 1162-2
- Beautification Highway 16 - 2023 Capital Project
- NRED Program Grant Application
- Proposed $20.36 bi-monthly recycling fee for the 2024 budget
- Presentation by H.E.L.P (Hinton Employment and Learning Place)
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING - 07 Dec 2023 - BUDGET
Council is meeting to discuss and provide direction on the 2024 draft capital and operating budgets. The capital budget draft is valued at $7,138,285, while the operating budget draft is $36,190,420. Approval is required by January 1st to comply with the Alberta Municipal Government Act.
- 2024 Draft Capital Budget of $7,138,285
- 2024 Draft Operating Budget of $36,190,420
- Proposed 5.35% municipal tax rate increase for the operating budget
- Beaver Boardwalk Rehabilitation project estimated at $2,400,000
- WTP Upgrade / Replacement placeholder at $24,900,000
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will meet to consider a non-residential tax incentive bylaw and two road closure bylaws. The meeting also includes an appointment to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee.
- Non-Residential Tax Incentive Bylaw No. 1161
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 1174 (Second and Third Reading)
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 1175 (Second and Third Reading)
- Appointment to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing draft versions of the 2024 Capital and Operating budgets. The meeting aims to provide direction to Administration for final changes before the budgets return to Council for adoption.
- Draft 2024 Capital Budget of $7,138,285
- Draft 2024 Operating Budget of $37,012,637
- Proposed $450,000 Land Acquisition Reserve Fund
- Proposed $135,000 for Fleet Replacement Pickups
- Proposed $66,500 for a Utility Trainee Vehicle
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the 2024 draft capital budget, which has a projected cost of $7,202,785. Members are providing direction to Administration to make changes before the documents return to Council in December. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2024 draft operating budget.
- 2024 Draft Capital Budget totaling $7,202,785
- Beaver Boardwalk Rehabilitation project ($2,400,000)
- Switzer Dr. Asphalt Resurfacing & Intersection Improvement ($3,000,000)
- Gregg Avenue Waterline project ($1,745,000)
- Hardisty Avenue Water and Sanitary project ($1,600,000)
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council and the Committee of the Whole are reviewing various 2024 civic agency funding requests and budget items. Discussions include automated traffic enforcement contracts and potential traffic safety improvements for the Athabasca Avenue business district.
- Proposed 2024 funding for Hinton Mountain Bike Association ($22,000 operational, $7,000 capital)
- Proposed 2024 funding for Hinton Historical Society ($55,000)
- Proposed 2024 funding for West Yellowhead Trail Society ($50,000)
- Discussion on renewing Automated Traffic Enforcement contract with Global Traffic
- Consultation proposal for Athabasca Ave. Business District parking lot traffic safety
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing $478,800 in funding requests for local boards and agencies for the 2024 budget. Additionally, administration is proposing a one-year contract renewal with Global Traffic Group Ltd for automated traffic enforcement services.
- Proposed $478,800 total for 2024 civic agency funding requests
- Proposed $100,000 funding for West Yellowhead Trail Society contingent on project approval
- Proposed $75,000 funding request for Hinton Historical Society
- Renewal of Automated Traffic Enforcement contract with Global Traffic Group Ltd
- Discussion of Athabasca Ave. business district traffic safety improvements
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will consider appointing two residents to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Hinton Mountain Bike Association regarding their 2023 successes and 2024 plans.
- Appointment of two Hinton Resident at Large representatives to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee
- Presentation by Hinton Mountain Bike Association
- Discussion on Healthcare Professional Attraction and Retention
- Notice of motion regarding train horn noise at the Drinnan crossing
- Proclamation for Family Violence Prevention Month
2024 BUDGET MEETINGS OCT 24 & 25, 2023
The Committee of the Whole met to receive initial 2024 budget documents for information. Administration presented preliminary details on capital and operating projects to seek guidance on finalization.
- 2024 Capital Budget presentation including a $10,929,856 subtotal of projects
- Proposed $470,000 replacement of Bush Buggy 20 for Fire Rescue
- Proposed $3,100,000 for Switzer Dr. Asphalt Resurface & Intersection Improvement
- Proposed $1,000,000 for Recreation Centre roof replacement
- Proposed $12,000 for Forestry Hose and Equipment Replacement
ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING - COUNCIL
The Council held an organizational meeting to appoint public members to various local boards and committees. They also approved the 2023-2024 Council meeting schedule and finalized councillor committee assignments.
- Appointed Nora Allen and Aric Johnson to the Hinton Municipal Library Board
- Appointed eight members to the Hinton Youth Advisory Council
- Appointed George Shantz and Beth MacCallum to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee
- Approved the 2023-2024 Council Meeting Schedule (Option 1)
- Approved 2023-2024 Councillor Boards and Committee Appointments
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Council will address several action items including community grant awards and franchise fee reports for FortisAlberta and ATCO Gas. The meeting also includes presentations from the Hinton Historical Society, the Municipal Library Board, and the Chamber of Commerce.
- Community Grants Fall Intake Awards
- FortisAlberta Electric Franchise Fee report
- Atco Gas Franchise Fee report
- JUPA - Evergreens Catholic School Board discussion
- Diwali Financial Request
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing eight community grant applications and a proposal to change how taxes are assessed for manufactured homes. The meeting also includes presentations from the Arts Society of Hinton and the Hinton Golfing Society.
- Review of 8 community grant applications totaling $45,838.42
- Proposed bylaw to designate manufactured home park owners as the assessed persons for taxes
- Arts Society of Hinton presentation regarding $76,020 in revenue and $140,050 in expenses
- Hinton Golfing Society presentation regarding 2024 projected budget of $1,534,073
- Discussion of FortisAlberta and Atco Gas franchise fees
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Hinton Town Council will review several funding requests for the Affordable Housing Project and discuss the Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Level of Service Policy. The meeting also includes presentations from the West Yellowhead Trail Society and Community Futures West Yellowhead.
- Affordable Housing Project: $30,000 request for parking power plugs
- Affordable Housing Project: $53,000 request for project overage
- Affordable Housing Project: $25,000 request for exterior lighting
- Affordable Housing Project: $20,000 request for chain link fence
- FCSS Level of Service Policy CS 7202 discussion
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing several presentations and administrative reports. Key discussions include a proposed main street strategy for the visitor economy and feedback from a public survey regarding the redesign of Erith Park.
- Presentation on Reimagining Mainstreet from a Visitor Economy Lens by Dr. Walter Jamieson
- S.T.A.R.S. presentation regarding current $20,000 fixed rate pledge of support
- Erith Park Design Engagement Report based on a survey of 902 respondents
- Affordable Housing Request for Additional Funds
- 2024 Budget Survey Results and Analysis
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will discuss the resignation of Councillor Brian LaBerge and the upcoming municipal by-election scheduled for November 16, 2023. The agenda also includes reviews of protective services policies and a grant application for the water treatment plant.
- Resignation of Councillor Brian LaBerge
- Protective Services Fire and Rescue Services LOS Policy PS-2306
- Protective Services Municipal Enforcement LOS Policy PS-2307
- Traffic Bylaw No.1179
- Hinton Water Treatment Plant - Alberta Community Partnership (ACP) Grant Application