Hinton public meetings in 2024
28 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a new bursary policy for students in pipeline-related fields and discussing future service levels for Hinton Public Transit. Administration is also proposing a $3,500 budget for a study on transportation system greenhouse gas emissions.
- Bursary Policy (FN) #1400: $50,400 program for 18 recipients in trades, technology, or environmental programs
- Transportation Level of Service Policy review
- Proposed $3,500 budget for transportation system lifecycle GHG emissions study
- Discussion of transit fare rates and potential 'youth' or 'student' rates
- Update on transit system electrification feasibility study
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Council will consider appointments for the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee and review updated policies for CAO performance evaluations. The meeting also includes discussions regarding a healthcare funding agreement and an emergency resource agreement.
- Appointments to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee
- CAO Performance Review Policy CL 1111 and Oversight Committee Terms of Reference
- Northwest Alberta Emergency Resource Agreement
- Hinton Healthcare Foundation Funding Agreement
- Town of Hinton Housing Options Report
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Hinton Regular Council will meet to discuss several administrative policies and community items. Key topics include medical discussions with the Hinton Healthcare Foundation and the 2024 Spring Community Grant Awards.
- Medical discussion with Hinton Healthcare Foundation
- 2024 Spring Community Grant Awards
- Junior Forest Wardens Association Property License
- Protective Services Advisory Committee Bylaw No.1130-1
- Intermunicipal Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw No. 1199
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The Committee of the Whole is reviewing 13 community grant applications totaling $80,088. Members are also discussing a resolution to request provincial financial support for asset retirement obligations and proposed changes to the Police/Town Liaison Advisory Committee.
- Review of 13 community grant applications, including $10,000 for Hinton Motorcycle Association and $10,000 for Royal Canadian Legion Branch #249
- Proposal to second an AB Munis resolution requesting provincial tools for Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) accounting
- Proposed renaming of the Police/Town Liaison Advisory Committee to the Protective Services Advisory Committee
- Discussion of a License to Use Agreement for Junior Forest Wardens
- Closed session discussions regarding land, medical, contract negotiations, and mutual performance
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council will consider a partnership with the Hinton Chamber of Commerce to apply for up to $1M in grant funding for Beaver Boardwalk rehabilitation. Additionally, Council will decide whether to second a resolution requesting provincial financial support and tools for Asset Retirement Obligation reporting.
- Partnership with Hinton Chamber of Commerce for Community Facility Enhancement Program grant (up to $1M)
- Beaver Boardwalk rehabilitation project completion
- Seconding Town of Coronation's ABMunis Resolution regarding PS 3280 accounting standards
- Request for provincial financial support for Asset Retirement Obligation (ARO) reporting
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a resolution to Alberta Municipalities. The resolution advocates for the provincial government to establish a committee of experts and officials to address increasing wildfire risks and resource strains on municipalities.
- ABMunis Resolution: Create a Wildfire Prevention Committee
- Resolution deadline for submission: May 31, 2024
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The Committee of the Whole is reviewing three human resources policies regarding benefits, employment relations, and employment principles. Additionally, local athletes are presenting a sponsorship request for the 2024 Disc Golf World Championships.
- Review of Benefits Principle Policy HR1903
- Review of Employment Relations Policy HR1904
- Review of Employment Principles Policy HR1905
- Disc Golf World Championships sponsorship presentation by Charles Gobeil and Tracy St-Jean
- Proclamation of Rural Health Week
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will meet to discuss several action items, including safety improvements for the Athabasca Avenue Business District and the Pool Slide Capital Project. Council will also consider second and third readings for the Nuisance Bylaw and the Parks Bylaw.
- Athabasca Avenue Business District Safety Improvements
- Pool Slide Capital Project
- Nuisance Bylaw No. 1185 (Second and Third Reading)
- Parks Bylaw No. 1184 (Second Reading)
- FCM ICLEI Program, Partners for Climate Protection presentation
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The Committee of the Whole will review several administration reports, including safety improvements for the Athabasca Avenue Business District and a pool slide capital project update. The meeting also includes a quarterly report from the RCMP regarding local crime statistics and policing activities.
- RCMP Quarterly Report (January 1 to March 31, 2024)
- Athabasca Avenue Business District Safety Improvements
- Pool Slide Capital Project Update
- Recreation Level of Service Policy CS-7203
- Development Services Procedures
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will meet to discuss several action items, including the Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1188 and Road Closure Bylaw No. 1176. The meeting also includes a first reading for Nuisance Bylaw No. 1185 and a request for a waterline realignment at Eastridge Village.
- Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1188
- Road Closure Bylaw No. 1176 (Second and Third Reading)
- Nuisance Bylaw No. 1185 (First Reading)
- Waterline Realignment Request - Eastridge Village
- Appointment of Audit Services
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council is reviewing a development impact analysis report prepared by Lobb + Partners Golf Course Architects. The report examines how the proposed PAR999 development plan affects the existing golf course layout and safety margins.
- Proposed Development Impact Analysis report from Lobb + Partners Golf Course Architects
- Review of PAR999 development plan including a hotel, retail village, and conference centre
- Analysis of safety concerns regarding golf ball dispersion near proposed buildings
- Presentation of six alternate design solutions for the golf course and development
- Use of up to $22,500 from the Future Development Entrepreneurial Reserve for professional advisor services
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The Committee of the Whole will review the 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements presented by JDP Wasserman LLP. The agenda also includes a discussion of the draft Property Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1188 and AB Munis resolutions regarding emergency shelters and healthcare staffing.
- Presentation of 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements by JDP Wasserman LLP
- Discussion of Draft Property Tax Rate Bylaw No. 1188
- Review of AB Munis Resolutions: Provincial Emergency Shelter and Healthcare Professional Attraction/Retention
- Review of 2023 net municipal property taxes totaling $13,550,723
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
The Town of Hinton Council will meet to review and potentially adopt the 2023 audited financial statements. These statements, prepared by JDP Wasserman LLP, report the town's financial position as of December 31, 2023.
- Adoption of 2023 Consolidated Financial Statements
- $4,829,394 annual surplus reported for 2023
- $172,218,368 accumulated surplus as of year-end 2023
- $7,924,814 in tangible capital asset acquisitions during 2023
- $36,000 operating cost for the audit services
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Council will review $518,500 in operating budget adjustments and discuss economic development tactics. The meeting also includes presentations from the RCMP and the Hinton Youth Advisory Committee.
- 2024 Amended Operating Budget adjustments totaling $518,500
- Economic Development Tactics discussion
- Supplementary Assessment Bylaw
- RCMP District Officer Certificate of Appreciation presentation
- Hinton Youth Advisory Committee presentation
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The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a climate risk assessment report and potential amendments to the Town's Signage Standards Manual. Discussions include evaluating signpost materials like peeled log and painted steel, as well as reviewing the 2024 operating budget and capital project plans.
- Climate Risk Assessment Report presentation by The Resilience Institute
- Waterline Realignment Request for Eastridge Village
- Town of Hinton Signage Standards Manual amendment
- Switzer Drive Asphalt Rehabilitation 60% Design Check-In
- 2024 Operating Budget Adjustment
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Hinton Council will consider amendments to the Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee Bylaw No. 1158. The meeting also includes a discussion on the condition and viability assessment of the Hinton Recreation Centre.
- Amendment to Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee Bylaw No. 1158
- Appointment to Beaver Boardwalk Oversight Committee
- Hinton Recreation Centre - Condition and Viability Assessment
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The Committee of the Whole is reviewing options for the Highway 16 beautification project to screen sightlines to the CN rail yard. They are also considering proposed changes to the Beaver Boardwalk Community Oversight Committee's membership and leadership structure.
- Highway 16 beautification options: wood fence ($90,000-$150,000), artistic metal panels ($350,000-$630,000), or concrete barriers ($275,000-$400,000)
- Proposed reduction of Beaver Boardwalk Committee members from nine to seven
- Proposed Beaver Boardwalk Committee composition: five residents, one Indigenous representative, and one youth representative
- Proposed requirement for the Council representative to serve as Committee Chairperson
- Closed session discussion regarding land consolidation
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton Council will consider Bylaw No. 1186 to authorize a $1,500,000 borrowing line of credit with ATB Financial. The meeting also includes briefings on a helipad and a housing options report.
- Bylaw No. 1186: $1,300,000 revolving line of credit and $200,000 MasterCard limit
- Helipad briefing document
- Housing Options Report
- Strategic Plan & Tactical Plan update
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The Committee of the Whole is reviewing the Hinton Transit program and potential fleet options before a current contract expires in August. Members are also discussing the development of a bursary program using $50,000 in education funds from Trans Mountain Pipeline L.P.
- RCMP presentation on 2023-2024 policing priorities and crime trends
- Proposed $50,000 Trans Mountain education bursary program for students in trades and technology
- Review of Hinton Transit fleet options, including gasoline, hybrid, and electric buses
- Discussion of transit service costs, noting a 2023 net cost of $283,183
- Update on the Alberta Municipality Constellation project feasibility study for zero-emission buses
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Town of Hinton is considering a budget amendment for the Switzer Drive watermain rehabilitation project. Council will also hear presentations regarding technology-driven economic growth and coding programs.
- Switzer Drive watermain rehabilitation project ($1,700,000 construction; $140,000 design)
- Technology Alberta presentation on economic development
- Discover Coding presentation
- Hinton Attraction and Retention Committee appointments
- Maligne Neighborhood Garden letter of support
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The Committee is reviewing stakeholder feedback regarding the proposed Parks Bylaw No. 1184, which would close parks one hour after sunset and one hour before sunrise. Administration is proposing an alternative to amend the existing Nuisance Bylaw No. 1101 to address problem behaviors on Town lands instead of implementing park closures.
- Proposed Parks Bylaw No. 1184 stakeholder engagement results
- Potential amendment of Nuisance Bylaw No. 1101 to address squatting and overnight camping
- Watermain Rehabilitation Project discussion
- Hinton Attraction & Retention Committee appointment
- CAO Performance Review (Closed Session)
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council will consider the second and third readings of a new Cemetery Bylaw to modernize Woodlawn Cemetery regulations. The proposed bylaw updates language to accommodate multicultural interment needs, green burial options, and new monument guidelines.
- Cemetery Bylaw No. 1183 second and third reading
- Municipal Development Plan Bylaw No. 1084-4 numerical correction
- Land Use Bylaw No. 1088-19 numerical correction
- Investigation of additional land for the Golf Course
- Letter of support for FireSmart™ Neighbourhood Group
REGULAR COUNCIL
Council completed second and third readings for the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw amendments following public hearings. The meeting also addressed several items regarding the golf course, including potential land investigations and capital improvement funding.
- Municipal Development Plan No. 1084-2 passed second and third readings
- Land Use Bylaw No. 1088-18 passed second and third readings as amended
- Termination of Global Traffic Group Ltd. contract for photo enforcement effective January 31, 2024
- First reading of Draft Parks Bylaw No. 1184
- Notice of motion to investigate leasing or purchasing land near Hwy 16/golf course holes 16, 17, and 18
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
The Town of Hinton is considering the third and final reading of Bylaw No. 1161-2. This amendment updates the existing tax incentive program to include new exemption categories for industrial and commercial developments and machinery. The changes aim to support major developments, such as the sale of the Pulp Mill, and secure long-term water and wastewater infrastructure.
- Bylaw No. 1161-2: Non-Residential Tax Incentive Bylaw amendment
- Proposed 15-year 100% tax exemption for 'Exemption B' eligible developments
- Closed session discussion regarding Water Agreement
- Closed session discussion regarding Wastewater Agreement
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The Committee of the Whole is reviewing proposals for a new Destination Management Organization and selecting a professional advisor for the golf course. Members are also considering support for Jasper's grant application to provide settlement services in Hinton.
- Presentation by Hinton District Chamber of Commerce on the Destination Management Organization (DMO)
- Proposed Council appointment to the DMO with estimated annual costs of $875-$1,500
- Review of golf professional advisor proposals, including a $16,500 bid from Lobb & Partner
- Discussion of settlement services in Jasper and Hinton via a grant application
- Closed session regarding legal negotiations and a Council inquiry audit
REGULAR COUNCIL
The Hinton Town Council will hold public hearings regarding the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw. The meeting also includes discussions on a draft Parks Bylaw and ATE contract negotiations.
- Public hearing for Municipal Development Plan 1084-2
- Public hearing for Land Use Bylaw No. 1088-18
- Second and third readings for MDP Amendment 1084-2
- Second and third readings for Land Use Bylaw Amendment 1088-18
- Discussion of Draft Parks Bylaw No. 1184
SPECIAL COUNCIL MEETING
Council is reviewing a proposal to provide immediate emergency sheltering for homeless clients during extreme cold. The request includes $7,000 for hotel rooms and a directive to explore long-term insurance funding for warming spaces.
- $7,000 request from Council Contingency Fund for hotel rooms (Jan 10-14)
- Proposal for $20,000 annual insurance coverage for a church-based warming space
- Discussion of a potential $50,000 annual cost for an ATCO trailer shelter option
- Review of RDN Reaching Home Program grant opportunities for 2024-2026
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The Committee is reviewing a draft Parks Bylaw No. 1084 to address noise, illicit activity, and squatter camps. The proposed bylaw would establish closed hours for Town parks and other lands from 10 pm to 7 am.
- Draft Parks Bylaw No. 1084 establishing 10 pm to 7 am closure hours
- Proposed $100.00 fine for being in a closed park or other land
- Repeal of existing Curfew Bylaw No. 947
- Estimated $750 annual operating cost for signage over five years
- Public hearing/consultation requirements for leaseholders and stakeholders