Linden public meetings in 2023
20 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will discuss the first reading of a new Land Use Bylaw and the adoption of a 2024 interim operating and capital budget. The meeting includes a presentation on general design standards and construction specifications from CIMA+.
- First reading of Bylaw 2023-10 The Village of Linden Land Use Bylaw
- Proposed 2024 Interim Operating & Capital Budget
- Approval of a $396,580 payroll budget
- Review of 2024 Capital Works Tender Projects
- Accounts Payable for November 24 - December 7, 2023 totaling $77,953.12
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will meet to discuss provincial consultations on the Local Authorities Election Act and MGA. The body will also review an ATCO funding agreement and reports from the RCMP and municipal library board.
- Provincial Consultations on Local Authorities Election Act and MGA
- ATCO Funding Agreement
- Accounts Payable of $16,325.70
- Linden Municipal Library Board report
- Engine 31 discussion
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council is reviewing several bylaws including an Off-Highway Vehicle Bylaw and an Animal Control Bylaw. The agenda also includes discussions regarding holiday events, staff closures, and a New Holland tractor expenditure.
- Bylaw 2022-05 Off-Highway Vehicle Bylaw
- New Holland TS100 unbudgeted expenditure
- Accounts Payable of $85,986.27
- Linden & District Ag Society Christmas Light Up
- Acme School Leadership Award sponsorship ($100 per recipient)
Regular Council
Council will conduct a public hearing and consider a bylaw to redistrict 0.6 hectares of land to an Industrial District. The meeting also includes first readings for new animal control and fee bylaws.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2023-06 to redistrict 0.6 ha (1.5 ac) of SW-29-30-25-W4M from Urban Reserve to Industrial District
- First reading of Bylaw 2023-07 Animal Control Bylaw
- First reading of Bylaw 2023-08 Master Fees & Services Bylaw
- Accounts payable report totaling $59,185.07
- Discussion of Acme School Leadership Award
Regular Council
Council is reviewing Kneehill County Land Use Bylaw Amendment 1889, which regulates wind and solar energy systems. The body is requested to provide comments on the proposed setbacks and requirements by November 7, 2023.
- Review of Kneehill County Land Use Bylaw Amendment 1889 regarding Wind Energy Conversion Systems and Solar Energy Systems
- Accounts Payable of $34,747.31
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2023-06 to amend Land Use Bylaw 2012-04 scheduled for October 23, 2023
- Request for Decision regarding Wounded Warriors Canada
- Request for Decision regarding Remembrance Day Ceremony
Organizational Meeting
The Village Council is meeting to nominate and appoint a Mayor and Deputy Mayor. The body will also review administrative policies, establish a meeting schedule, and appoint auditors and assessors.
- Banking contract with connectFirst Credit Union (expires October 2027)
- Appointment of auditors: Gregory, Harriman & Associates LLP (expires December 31, 2024)
- Appointment of Municipal Assessor: Wild Rose Assessment Services Inc. (expires November 30, 2027)
- Review of Council Remuneration Policy 2023-01P
- Establishment of regular meeting schedule for 2nd and 4th Mondays at 109 Central Ave
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council is discussing an amendment to Land Use Bylaw 2012-04 to rezone approximately 0.6 hectares of land from Urban Reserve to Industrial District. This change would allow CBI Manufacturing to extend its industrial operations.
- Bylaw 2023-06: Proposed rezoning of SW-29-30-25-W4M from Urban Reserve to Industrial District
- Draft 2023-07P Purchasing and Procurement Policy
- Kneehill Regional FCSS 2024 Budget and Requisition Request
- Accounts Payable totaling $33,218.00
- Encroachment review for Lot 27 Blk 1 Plan 1012157
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will discuss the designation of a land parcel as a municipal reserve and approve a policy for authorized drivers of village vehicles. The meeting also includes reviews of ATCO franchise fees and a potential donation to the Linden & Acme Growing Project.
- Bylaw 2023-05: Designate a parcel of land owned by the Village of Linden as Municipal Reserve
- Policy 2023-06P: Authorized Drivers of Village Vehicles
- Donation to the Linden & Acme Growing Project (amount to be determined)
- ATCO Gas and ATCO Electric 2024 Franchise Fees
- Accounts Payable report of $71,787.98
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will consider a $100 prize donation for the FCSS Kneehill Regional 25th Anniversary Celebration. Council will also discuss proposing regional project and training ideas to the Kneehill Regional Partnership.
- Proposed $100 value prize donation for FCSS Kneehill Regional 25th Anniversary
- Discussion on regional project and training ideas for Kneehill Regional Partnership
- Accounts Payable report totaling $200,465.77
- NGTL Equity Lateral Divestiture Application notification
- RFD POS discussion
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will review a notice of encroachment regarding an overland drainage capital project and consider a $100 donation to the Acme Royal Purple Elks. The meeting includes delegations regarding the Alberta Rural Renewal Stream and a resident submission concerning drainage issues.
- Notice of encroachment for Lot 27 Blk 1 plan 1012157 regarding the Overland Drainage Capital Project
- Proposed $100.00 donation to the Acme Royal Purple Elks 7th Annual Gals n' Glitter Fundraising Gala
- Discussion on the Rural Renewal Stream for recruiting newcomers
- Review of 2023 Capital Works and North ASP airstrip
- Information item regarding the 2023 ABmuni Fall Meeting with Municipal Affairs
Regular Council
The Village Council is reviewing fire level of service policies and a request to meet with the Minister of Municipal Affairs. The body will also review financial reports and a point of sale machine request.
- RFD Fire Level of Service Policies
- Request for meeting with Minister Ric McIver at ABmunis Fall Convention
- Accounts Payable report of $61,747.44
- RFD Point of Sale Machine
- Delegation from Member of Parliament Martin Shields regarding Federal Census, Coulee Dam, and Forgotten Mile
Special Meeting
The Village of Linden is holding a special meeting to discuss tender packages for four 2023 capital projects. These items focus on wastewater infrastructure and drainage.
- Wastewater Line Rehabilitation (CIPP for trunk main to lagoon) Project EXS4/8/9
- 1st CIPP & wastewater main spot repairs Project EXS3
- Wastewater Service Repair at approximately 203 Linview Dr Project EXS7
- Overland Diversion Swale at 5th ST NW Project EXSW3
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will meet to discuss the 2023-02 Property Tax Bylaw and review the 2022 Kneehill Regional Family & Community Services Annual Report. Council will also consider an acknowledgement letter for the Kneehill Regional Partnership's award submission.
- Second and third reading of 2023-02 Property Tax Bylaw
- Presentation of 2022 Kneehill Regional Family & Community Services Annual Report
- Approval for Mayor to sign Kneehill Regional Partnership acknowledgement letter
- Financial reports including Accounts Payable of $82,706.86
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will discuss a 2023 budget with expenses and revenues of $3,062,601. The body is also considering a property tax bylaw and a traffic safety bylaw.
- 2023 Operating and Capital Budgets with expenses and revenues of $3,062,601
- Proposed 1.5% increase in the Municipal Tax Rate
- First reading of 2023-02 Property Tax Bylaw
- Third reading of 2023-04 Traffic Safety Bylaw
- Proposed donation to Arena 304 for a gymkhana on June 3, 2023
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will discuss a new traffic safety bylaw and a resolution regarding federal responsibility for RCMP retroactive salary costs. The meeting also includes reviews of the Coulee Dam Replacement Project and a joint use planning agreement with Golden Hills School Division.
- First reading of Bylaw 2023-04 Traffic Safety Bylaw
- Resolution calling on the federal government to consult municipalities on RCMP retroactive salary costs
- Coulee Dam Replacement Project
- Joint Use Planning Agreement (JUPA) with Golden Hills School Division
- Accounts payable for April 7 - 20, 2023 totaling $10,866.58
Regular Council
Council is discussing the first reading of Bylaw 2023-03 to replace the 10-year-old Municipal Development Plan. The body is also considering authorizing a public hearing for the plan on May 8, 2023.
- First reading of Bylaw 2023-03 Municipal Development Plan Bylaw
- Proposed public hearing for Bylaw 2023-03 on May 8, 2023, at 109 Central Avenue
- Accounts Payable for March 24 - April 6, 2023 totaling $84,883.45
- Discussion of computer security regarding Vincovi
- Closed session to discuss intergovernmental relations regarding labour
Regular Council
Council is reviewing a proposed 2023 budget of $3,096,562, which includes a 1.5% increase in the municipal tax rate. The meeting also includes a proposal to transfer MSI Capital grant funds into a dedicated grant account.
- Proposed 2023 Operating Budget expenses of $2,595,562 and Capital Budget of $501,000
- Proposed municipal tax rate increase of 1.5% to a total rate of 14.193335
- Proposed transfer of $462,549 from operating to grant account for 2019 and 2020 MSI Capital grants
- Accounts Payable report totaling $59,637.60
- MDP Public House hosted by Palliser Regional Planning Services on March 14, 2023
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will discuss the 2023 proposed Fire Department budget and the purchase of a ProMinent Dulcometer controller. The meeting also includes reviews of financial reports and membership for the Parkland Airshed Management Zone.
- 2023 Proposed Fire Department Budget
- Purchase of ProMinent Dulcometer Controller
- Parkland Airshed Management Zone membership
- Audit approach with Gregory Harriman & Associates LLP
- 2023 Alberta Municipalities Convention & Trade Show attendance
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will meet to discuss financial reports, capital works, and a request from resident Sandra Janzen to move her property to the 'Country Residential' tax category. The meeting also includes a presentation from JEN COL Construction regarding municipal and recreation projects.
- Resident request to reclassify property at 303044 RGE RD 254 to Country Residential taxes
- Accounts Payable report for January 20, 2023 - February 9, 2023 totaling $88,186.91
- Discussion on RFD 2023 Capital Works
- Presentation by JEN COL Construction on municipal and recreation building services
- Review of 2021 Census responses
Regular Council
The Village of Linden Council will discuss several requests for decision, including a funding request for the local library and an audit engagement. The body will also review a draft contract for the Linden North Area Structure Plan.
- Proposed $6,000 donation to Linden Municipal Library for operating costs and Marigold Levy
- Request for Decision regarding Audit Engagement
- Draft contract for Linden North Area Structure Plan
- Request for Decision regarding Linden Community Centre
- Accounts payable report totaling $87,275.34