Peace River public meetings in 2021
53 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is meeting to review proposed fee increases for the Peace Regional Pool, Home Support, and Baytex Energy Centre, and to discuss the 5-year capital budget. The agenda includes reports from various department coordinators. The meeting is a regular business meeting with no public presentations or unfinished business.
- Fee Schedule Review for Peace Regional Pool, Home Support, and Baytex Energy Centre
- 5 Year Capital Budget discussion
- Reports from Director of Community Services and facility/program coordinators
- Proposed pool admission increases (e.g., adult single admission from $15.00 to $15.50)
- Proposed home support hourly rate increases (e.g., up to $1000/month income from $5.00 to $6.00/hour)
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to make decisions on several items, including appointing members to the Assessment Review Board, approving the 2022 interim budget, and granting funds to local organizations. They will also discuss policies on public meeting areas without sprinklers and fire hydrant maintenance. The agenda includes multiple requests for decision and reports, with no public hearings or bylaws scheduled.
- Assessment Review Board appointments (applicants: Garrett Thomlinson, Herman Friesen, Larry Hryniuk)
- 2022 Interim Budget
- Grants to Peace Region Hockey Tour Society and Northern Sunrise County Rural Crime Watch Symposium
- Public Meeting Areas Without Sprinklers Policy
- Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework with MD Peace No. 135
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear requests to amend the traffic bylaw to allow school buses to park on residential streets, review a recommendation to repeal the Public Meeting Areas Without Sprinklers Policy, and receive briefing notes on the 2022 capital budget, a GST appeal, and Eco Center changes. The meeting also includes routine reports and information items, with a closed session for local public body confidences.
- Request to amend Traffic and Streets Bylaw 1746 to allow school buses on residential streets (presentations by Dustin Dube and Eugene Chorney)
- Request for direction on repealing Public Meeting Areas Without Sprinklers Policy (P-23-1985-01)
- Briefing note on 2022 Capital Budget
- Briefing note on GST Assessment Appeal (CRA reassessment of $609,571.41)
- Briefing note on Changes to Waste Management and Eco Center
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a variance application to allow a front yard deck at 10501-89 Street, reducing the required setback from 6.12m to 1.6m. The applicant proposes to replace non-compliant front steps with a new deck for safety. Staff recommend approval.
- Variance application for front yard deck at Lot 21, Block 26, Plan 1921528, 10501-89 Street
- Requested setback reduction from 6.12m (20ft) to 1.6m (5.25ft)
- Property zoned Mixed High Density (R4-A) under Bylaw 1891
- Staff recommendation: approve the variance (Option #1)
- Engineering has no concerns with the reduced setback
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council will hear a request to amend the traffic bylaw to allow school buses to park on residential streets, and a Chamber of Commerce presentation on business concerns including taxes and red tape. Council will also decide on a library board appointment rescission, a property tax exemption for the women's shelter, and several other appointments and briefings.
- Request to amend Traffic and Streets Bylaw 1746 to allow school buses on residential streets
- Chamber of Commerce presentation on business concerns: taxes, red tape, permitting
- Request for Decision to rescind Deputy Mayor Schamehorn's alternate Library Board appointment
- Request for Decision on 2022 property tax exemption for Peace River Regional Women's Shelter
- Briefing Note re: RCMP Retroactive Pay Advocacy
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will hear a presentation from the Belle Petroleum Centre, which has announced its closure and is requesting tax interest forgiveness to support a new development. The agenda also includes decisions on board appointments, signing authority, and the 2022 operating budget, along with routine reports.
- Belle Petroleum Centre proposal presentation and tax interest forgiveness request
- Request for Decision re: Community Services Board Appointment
- Request for Decision re: Library Board Appointments
- Briefing Note re: Lion's Campground
- Briefing Note re: 2022 Operating Budget
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee is meeting to elect a chair, welcome new members, and receive updates on physician recruitment and retention efforts. The agenda includes a summary of summer 2021 events and an update on healthcare providers, though the financial report is not available.
- Election of Chair
- Welcome to new Committee members
- RhPAP update
- Summary of Summer 2021: Rhapsody Gala, Billie's Cones, Move Up Ad
- Update to healthcare providers
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application to change the use of 9815-94 Avenue from a retail store to an indoor participant recreation service (a gym called TH Bodybuilding). The applicant requests a parking variance of one stall, as the site provides three parking spaces but four are required. Staff recommend approval with the variance.
- Development Permit Application #2021-33 for change of use to Indoor Participant Recreation Services (gym) at 9815-94 Avenue
- Parking variance of 1 stall requested; requirement is 4 spaces, site has 3
- Building area: 139.35 sq m total, 98.10 sq m fitness space, 34.2 sq m office
- Applicants: Ryan Cardinal, Justin Christian, Conor Paquette; building owner Jay Becker
- Minutes of September 21, 2021 MPC meeting to be adopted
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will discuss three briefing notes: the committee's own meeting procedures, the ongoing policy update program, and materials for council orientation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no presentations, unfinished business, or reports scheduled. The committee cannot pass legislation or commit council to action; it can only make recommendations or direct staff.
- Briefing note on Governance and Priorities Committee meetings, including Bylaw 2091
- Briefing note on Policy Update Program, noting 34 policies reviewed since 2020
- Request for direction on Council Orientation materials
- No public hearings, contracts, or rezonings on the agenda
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board will discuss new business including a Community Services Board application, the Restriction Exemption Program (REP) for town recreation facilities, and the 2022 operational and capital budgets. They will also receive reports from staff and review financial reports. The agenda includes only procedural items and staff reports, with no public hearings or major decisions listed.
- Restriction Exemption Program implementation at Athabasca Hall, Baytex Energy Centre, Family Resource Network, and Peace Regional Pool
- 2022 Budget: operational service level proposals and capital budget planning
- Capital items: Baytex man-lift, pool engineering assessment, Saddleback basketball court, dog park fencing, trail planning
- Community Services Board Application (new business item)
- Financial reports for information
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to decide on increasing ATCO Electric and Gas franchise fees, which would raise utility bills for residents. They will also consider appointing a public member to the regional subdivision and development appeal board. The agenda includes reports and information items, but no public hearings or bylaws.
- Consider increasing electric franchise fee from 8.5% to 11.5% and gas from 29% to 32%, adding ~$300,000 in revenue
- Approve Monica Robinson as public member to Peace Regional Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
- Receive letter from Minister of Transportation confirming $713,160 grant for wastewater clarifier upgrade
- Receive minutes from Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee meeting
- Closed session under FOIP for local public body confidences
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council will consider adopting Bylaw 2107, which would replace the existing Vacuum Trucks Dumping Policy and regulate the collection of biosolids, snow removal materials, and hydrovac tailings at Town facilities, including penalties for violations. The meeting will also receive month-end reports from several departments and information items from the North Peace Housing Foundation. A closed session is scheduled to discuss matters harmful to intergovernmental relations.
- Bylaw 2107: Collection of Biosolids, Snow and Hydrovac Tailings Bylaw, with fines up to $50,000 for violations
- Briefing note re: MPC Minutes (Municipal Planning Commission)
- Corporate Services - CAO Month End Report
- Engineering and Infrastructure Month End Report
- North Peace Housing Foundation Board Synopsis and 2021-2026 Strategic Plan
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board will discuss implementing the provincial Restriction Exemption Program for recreation facilities and review 2022 operating and capital budget proposals. The agenda also includes reports from staff and information on Orange Shirt Day and financials.
- Restriction Exemption Program for Athabasca Hall, Baytex Energy Centre, Family Resource Network, Peace Regional Pool
- 2022 budget: Baytex man-lift, pool beam assessment, downtown tree replacement (~$15,000/tree), Saddleback basketball court
- Capital plan: Westside Pedestrian Transportation Plan, apply for $50,000 federal grant
- Pool capital items: family change room dividers (2022), electrical panel (2023), slide replacement (2025)
- Council to transfer 2 town lots to SPCA for new building
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will decide on its response to Northern Sunrise County's proposed amendment to the Sunrise Gateway Business Park Area Structure Plan, which adds an interior commercial road. Council will also consider requests to participate in Orange Shirt Day and Sisters in Spirit events, and receive several reports and information items. The agenda includes a closed session for confidential matters.
- Response to Northern Sunrise County Bylaw B396/21 amending the Sunrise Gateway Business Park Area Structure Plan to add a road between Woods Road and Sunrise Road
- Request for decision on Council participation in Orange Shirt Day (Sept 30) and Sisters in Spirit Walk (Oct 4) events
- Request for decision on proclaiming World Cerebral Palsy Day
- Information: Letter to Northern Sunrise County re: request for credit for RCMP funding
- Closed session under FOIP s.23 (local public body confidences) and s.21 (intergovernmental relations)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application for a secondary suite in a single detached dwelling at 10031-98 St. The application is a discretionary use in the Mixed Commercial-Residential (CR) District. Staff recommend approval, noting the proposal meets requirements for floor area, access, and parking. The meeting also includes adoption of the August 10, 2021 minutes.
- Development Permit Application #2021-25 for a secondary suite at 10031-98 St., Lot 8, Block 3, Plan 392MC, Roll #201500
- Proposed basement suite of approximately 67.63 m² (728 ft²) with separate ground-level entry
- Requires 3 parking spaces: 2 for the dwelling and 1 for the suite
- Staff recommend approval of the discretionary use
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider repealing the safety shoe reimbursement directive, adopting a new Code of Ethics and Conduct for Municipal Employees, proclaiming Rail Safety Week, and discussing electronic meetings. The agenda includes no public hearings, bylaws, or unfinished business, and the meeting will close for confidential discussions.
- Repeal of Directive D-80-1996-01 Reimbursement to Employees for the Purchase of Safety Shoes
- Adoption of Code of Ethics and Conduct for Municipal Employees Policy
- Proclamation of Rail Safety Week
- Request for Direction re: Electronic Meetings of Council
- Letter from RCMP re: Retroactive Policing Costs
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will review a proposed Code of Ethics and Conduct for Municipal Employees, which broadens the current policy with new clauses on work time, outside business activities, dealing with relatives, gifts, and political activity. The committee will also receive monthly reports from Engineering, Corporate Services, and Community Services, and may enter closed session to discuss items under FOIP exceptions.
- Request for Direction re: Code of Ethics for Municipal Employees Policy
- Engineering and Infrastructure Monthly Report
- Corporate Services/CAO Monthly Report
- Community Services Monthly Report
- Closed session under FOIP s.16 and s.27
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board will discuss a reduced fall schedule for the Peace Regional Pool, prompted by a shortage of casual staff and supervisors. They will also review the 2022 budget and receive reports on recreation facilities, FCSS programs, and senior services. The agenda includes information items on human rights complaints, Lions Campground operations, and an SPCA land donation request.
- Peace Regional Pool fall scheduling due to staffing shortage
- 2022 Budget discussion
- Human Rights Complaints information item
- Operation of Lions Campground information item
- SPCA Land Donation Request information item
Regular Council
Council will consider approving an updated Purchasing Policy that adds provisions for dealing with suppliers in disputes, including a proposed two-year period for restrictions. The meeting also includes decisions on a Northern Sunrise County development plan referral, MPC appointments, a land donation, and other items. No public hearings or bylaws are scheduled.
- Request for Decision re: Purchasing Policy update
- Northern Sunrise County Municipal Development Plan Referral pursuant to IDP
- MPC Appointments (updated August 23, 2021)
- SPCA Land Donation
- Lion's Campground and 55+ Games Project decisions
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application to add about 200m² of floor area to the previously approved new K-12 school at 9935-73 Ave (Ecole De Quatre-Vents). The addition would expand the preschool area and add a multi-purpose instruction room, with two extra parking stalls. Staff recommend approval. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes and discussion of MPC member applications.
- Development Permit Application #2020-32: 200m² addition to new K-12 school at 9935-73 Ave, Roll #404600
- Discretionary Use – Public Use (School) for the addition
- Two additional parking stalls proposed for the added space
- MPC member applications to be discussed
Regular Council
Council will hold public hearings and consider second and third reading for three bylaws related to the Upper West Peace North Area Structure Plan, which realigns water and sewer infrastructure and allows commercial and residential development west of Shaftesbury Trail. Other decisions include interest charge relief, a purchasing policy update, and appointments.
- Public hearing and readings for Bylaws 2104, 2105, 2106 (Upper West Peace North ASP, MDP amendment, redistricting)
- Request for Decision re: Interest Charge Relief
- Request for Decision re: Update to Purchasing Policy (updated August 6, 2021)
- Request for Decision re: Appointment of Alternate Returning Officer
- Closed session items under FOIP exceptions
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee will meet to discuss the upcoming Rhapsody Celebration, including venue, menu, and guest list, and consider an application for a new member-at-large. They will also review updates on healthcare provider recruitment and retention efforts, including an AHS community conversation and appreciation events.
- Rhapsody Celebration update: venue, menu, guest list, set up, MC
- Application for Member At Large - Kyla Dickson
- AHS Community Conversation on Recruiting and Retaining Healthcare Professions in N Alberta
- Healthcare Appreciation Week Events
- ZenSeekers videos added to clinic playlist
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council is deciding on several financial and regulatory items, including updated off-site levy rates (Bylaw 2099), two debenture bylaws for the WWTP clarifier upgrade and a Quint Aerial Apparatus, and an off-site levy policy. The meeting also includes a briefing on development permit conditions, a decision on interest charge relief, ratification of the Municipal Emergency Plan, and an application for the Mercer Peace River Fibre Procurement Project. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled.
- Bylaw 2099: updated off-site levy rates based on 2020 model; removes levy on lands dedicated as road
- Bylaw 2100: debenture for WWTP Clarifier Upgrade
- Bylaw 2101: debenture for purchase of Quint Aerial Apparatus
- Request for Decision: Interest Charge Relief
- Request for Decision: Mercer Peace River Fibre Procurement Project IFIT Application
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider giving second and third readings to Bylaw 2102, which repeals obsolete bylaws dating back to 1914, following a public hearing. Council will also decide on requests for taxation interest relief and interest charge relief, and review development variance and capital budget items.
- Bylaw 2102 Legislative Remediation Bylaw Part 1: second and third readings to repeal outdated bylaws
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2102
- Request for Taxation Interest Relief - Dan Doucette
- Request for Development Variance - Mike Lovesin
- Request for Decision re: Interest Charge Relief
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to decide on several administrative and planning items, including the reappointment of Terry Sawchuk to the Municipal Planning Commission, a briefing on the Upper West Peace North Area Structure Plan consultation, an operating variance report, and a request to provide an institutional vote for the 2021 municipal election. The agenda also includes a letter from Ponoka about recovery funding for rural municipalities and a request for direction on ratifying the Municipal Emergency Plan. A closed session is scheduled for items under FOIP exceptions.
- Reappointment of Terry Sawchuk to Municipal Planning Commission for three-year term
- Briefing on Upper West Peace North Area Structure Plan consultation report
- Request for Decision on provision of institutional vote for 2021 municipal election
- Request for Decision on Small Craft Harbour north end boat launch
- Request for Direction on ratification of Municipal Emergency Plan
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board will discuss developing policies for board membership eligibility and for community groups building or donating facilities on Town property. They will also review proposed changes to the hanging basket program and receive reports from staff on parks, recreation, and senior services.
- Discussion on a policy to decline board applicants for cause (e.g., tax arrears, facility bans, criminal charges)
- Discussion on a directive for community groups building/donating on Town property, including funding, access, and standards
- Proposed changes to the hanging basket program with estimated savings of $40,633 over 10 years
- Report: 103rd St Playground contract finalized; Saddleback Park Trails tendering in progress
- Report: East-west connector trail cancelled due to storm drain plan conflict
Regular Council
Council will consider second and third reading of four debenture bylaws totaling $835,000 for a sand and salt shed, 103 Street playground, Saddleback Park, and Athabasca Hall archive storage. They will also review two additional debenture bylaws for the WWTP clarifier upgrade and a fire truck, plus several policy and event items.
- Debenture Bylaw 2094: $425,000 for Sand & Salt Shed
- Debenture Bylaw 2095: $75,000 for 103 Street Playground
- Debenture Bylaw 2097: $300,000 for Saddleback Park
- Debenture Bylaw 2098: $35,000 for Athabasca Hall Archive Storage
- Debenture Bylaws 2100 and 2101: WWTP Secondary Clarifier Upgrade and Quint Aerial Apparatus
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear a grant presentation from the Peace Regional Airshow Association, which is requesting in-kind fire emergency services support for its 2021 Northern Alta STOL & Show event. The committee will also review several policies and bylaws, receive monthly reports, and hold a closed session. Decisions made here will be forwarded to the next Regular Council meeting.
- In-kind request for fire services: $12,413.04 (in-kind value) / $5,392.80 (actual costs) for the July 17-18, 2021 event
- Request for Direction re: Hazard Identification Policy
- Request for Direction re: Offsite Levy Policy
- Request for Direction re: Peace River Airport Land Development Policy
- Request for Direction re: Bylaw No. 21XX Repeal of Outdated Bylaws
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board will meet via videoconference to receive updates on capital projects, COVID-19 operations, and a request to waive dasher board fees at the Baytex Energy Centre for the 2021-2022 ice season. The agenda includes reports from the Director of Community Services and facility coordinators, but no public hearings or formal decisions are listed beyond the fee waiver request.
- Dasher board fee waiver request for Baytex Energy Centre user groups (2020-21 season saw 20 signs sold, $7,000 revenue vs. 34 signs, $11,900 in 2019-20)
- 103rd St Playground contract awarded to Blue Imp Recreational Products (Medicine Hat), construction late June/early July
- Saddleback Park trails final design complete, tender to be posted by end of May
- Pool landscape plan tender to be posted within a week
- COVID-19 update: indoor recreation facilities closed since May 5, 2021; Spray Park cannot open
Regular Council
Council will decide whether to purchase a new Quint aerial fire apparatus for the Peace River Fire Department, as recommended by a study, or direct administration to issue a request for proposals. The meeting also includes the 2020 annual financial report, a bylaw on offsite levies, and funding for the WWTP secondary clarifier project.
- Purchase of Quint aerial fire apparatus (budget $1,400,000)
- Bylaw No. 2099 Offsite Levy Bylaw
- 2020 Annual Financial Report presentation
- WWTP Secondary Clarifier Project funding
- Request for letter of support for Good Shepherd School Playground
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application to change the use of the former medical clinic at 10011-101 Street to a religious use facility (church). The application is for a discretionary use under the Commercial Residential C-R district, and the commission will decide whether to approve it, potentially with a parking variance. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and a verbal update on MPC member advertising.
- Development Permit Application #2021-08: change of use to Religious Use Facility (Church) at 10011-101 Street, Lots 23-25, Block 2, Plan 2587AZ
- Parking: 15 off-street stalls proposed (5 rear, 10 on vacant lot across alley), plus 7 on-street spaces; variance of 1 stall may be required if on-street credit not given
- Applicant: Seventh Day Adventist Church, seeking to accommodate 80 patrons after losing facility to fire in 2019
- Recommendation: approve with on-street parking included in calculation (Option 1)
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will vote on eight updated policies covering records transfer, fee waiving, vacation, risk management, reserves, warrant arrests, council floater days, and hydrant testing. They will also receive an update on the WWTP Secondary Clarifier Project and seek direction on a proposed provincial police force. The agenda includes a presentation from MP Arnold Viersen and a closed session for advice from officials.
- Approval of Transfer of Municipal Records Policy
- Approval of Fee Waiving Policy
- Approval of Vacation Policy
- Update on WWTP Secondary Clarifier Project
- Direction on Proposed Provincial Police Force
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee is meeting to discuss updates on the Rhapsody Awards ceremony, the 2021 funding request, and new business including healthcare provider updates and award nominations. The agenda includes a financial report and is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- Update on plans for Rhapsody Awards Ceremony
- 2021 Funding Request
- Rhapsody Award Nominations
- Annual Thank You Event
- Financial Report
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear a presentation from the National Police Federation on the impacts of a provincial police transition, and will review eight policies including records transfer, fee waiving, vacation, risk management, reserves, warrant arrest, council floater day, and hydrant testing. The committee will also discuss electric vehicle chargers and receive monthly reports from engineering, corporate services, and community services.
- Presentation by National Police Federation on provincial police transition
- Request for Direction re: Transfer of Municipal Records Policy
- Request for Direction re: Fee Waiving Policy
- Request for Direction re: Electric Vehicle Chargers
- Review of 8 policies including Vacation, Reserve, and Warrant Arrest
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including a Fee Waiving Policy, and receive reports from various department coordinators. The agenda also includes information items on financial business, Pride Society grants, and a Taxi Pass Policy update. The meeting is largely procedural, with no presentations scheduled.
- Fee Waiving Policy review
- Director of Community Services Board Report
- Recreation Facilities Coordinator Board Report
- FCSS Programmer Board Report
- Taxi Pass Policy Update
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw, which raises residential municipal tax rates by 7.9% and non-residential by 5.2%, offset by assessment decreases. Council will also vote on five debenture bylaws for capital projects, an expropriation request, a taxi pass policy, and other items. The meeting includes several closed-session items, with two deleted under FOIP exceptions.
- Bylaw 2093: 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw, residential rate to 10.1047, non-residential to 18.8806
- Debenture bylaws 2094-2098: Sand & Salt Shed, 103 Street Playground, Pool Landscaping, Saddleback Park, Athabasca Hall Archives Storage
- Request for Decision re: Expropriation
- Request for Decision re: Taxi Pass Policy
- Community Organization Property Tax Exemption request
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and policies. The main item is Bylaw 2090, which would add a new 'Manufacturing, Artisanal or Custom' use to the Land Use Bylaw, enabling small-scale manufacturing in five districts. Council will also review policies on social media, utility service calls, and election workers, plus a business recovery support program.
- Bylaw 2090: Amendment to Land Use Bylaw No. 1891 to add 'Manufacturing, Artisanal or Custom' use in five districts
- Bylaw 2091: Governance and Priorities Committee Bylaw
- Bylaw 2092: Ballot Bylaw
- Request for Decision re: Business Recovery Support Program
- RCMP Community Policing Report, January 1 to March 31, 2021
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications: one to allow an overnight emergency shelter at the Sagitawa Friendship Center and another to reduce off-street parking requirements for a brewery expansion. They will also discuss a proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment to permit small-scale manufacturing in certain districts.
- Development Permit #2021-05: Emergency shelter at 10108-100 Avenue, Sagitawa Friendship Center
- Development Permit #2021-06: Parking variance from 13 to 6 spaces at 9710-94 Street
- Bylaw No. 2090: Amendment to allow 'manufacturing, artisanal or custom' use in five districts
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will consider requests for direction on several policies, including a proposed update to the Social and Digital Media Policy, a Utility Service Trouble Calls Policy, a Contingency and Emergency Operating Expenditures Policy, and Municipal Election Planning. The committee will also discuss unfinished business from the 2017-2021 Strategic Plan and a Taxi Pass Program Policy, plus new business on a Business Recovery Support Program. Monthly reports from Engineering, Corporate Services, and Community Services will be received.
- Request for Direction re: Social and Digital Media Policy (update from 2015 version)
- Request for Direction re: Utility Service Trouble Calls Policy
- Request for Direction re: Contingency and Emergency Operating Expenditures Policy
- Request for Direction re: Municipal Election Planning
- Request for Direction re: Business Recovery Support Program
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board will review its Fee Waiver Policy and consider five FCSS grant applications from local groups. The agenda also includes reports from staff on recreation, facilities, and senior services. The meeting is routine, with no presentations or unfinished business listed.
- Fee Waiver Policy review
- FCSS grants: Servants Heart Initiative ($13,350), Sagitawa Friendship Society, Beyond the Heart Clubhouse, Peace Regional Outreach and Student Daycare, Peace River Pride Society
- Director of Community Services report
- Recreation Facilities Coordinator report
- Peace Regional Pool report
Regular Council
Council will consider a request to reconsider the 94 Avenue local improvement levy after a resident's petition fell short of the required signatures. They will also review several bylaws, including road improvement levies for 94 and 95 Avenues, utility rates, and a cemetery bylaw. Presentations include an MLA round table, RCMP annual briefing, and an appeal of the 94 Avenue levy.
- Bylaw 2088: 94 Avenue Road Improvements Levy
- Bylaw 2087: 95 Avenue Road Improvements Levy
- Bylaw 2086: Utility Rate Bylaw
- Bylaw 2089: Cemetery Bylaw
- Bylaw 2090: Amend Bylaw 1891 to include artisanal or custom manufacturing
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to decide on several items, including the purchase of a fire department apparatus, adoption of a Code of Conduct Bylaw and a Procedural Bylaw, and approval of Community Peace Officer policies. They will also discuss a potable water bleeder policy, a letter of support for Mercer International, and a briefing note on St. Germaine servicing. The agenda includes a presentation on the fire department apparatus purchase and a closed session for items harmful to business interests.
- Presentation and decision on Peace River Fire Department apparatus purchase, with a $1.4 million capital placeholder
- Request for Decision re: 2083 Code of Conduct Bylaw
- Request for Decision re: 2085 Procedural Bylaw
- Request for Decision re: Community Peace Officer Policies, including pursuit, baton, and OC spray policies
- Request for Decision re: Mercer International Letter of Support
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will receive a briefing on the provincial budget and consider requests for direction on several peace officer policies, a potable water service policy, and the North End Boat Launch. The meeting also includes monthly departmental reports and minutes from external committees.
- Briefing update from Provincial Budget presentation
- Request for Direction re: Community Peace Officer Policy and related peace officer policies
- Request for Direction re: Potable Water Service Entrance Bleeders Policy
- Request for Direction re: North End Boat Launch
- Reports from Corporate Services, Community Services, and Engineering and Infrastructure
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is meeting to discuss the Taxi Pass Program Policy, which may change eligibility categories, and to review survey results for a new playground at 103 Street. They will also receive updates on playground inspections and COVID-19 facility operations. The agenda includes standard reports from staff and coordinators.
- Taxi Pass Program Policy review with proposed changes, including potential income-based criteria
- 103 Street Playground Survey results and design input
- Playground Review Report with safety recommendations and estimated costs
- COVID-19 Facilities Operation Update
- Reports from Director of Community Services and facility coordinators
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will consider a revised Code of Conduct Bylaw (2083) and a procedural bylaw amendment. The agenda includes requests for direction on these items, with no other substantive business listed. The meeting is largely procedural, with the main focus on the Code of Conduct review.
- Request for Direction re: 2083 Code of Conduct Bylaw
- Request for Direction re: 20XX Procedural Bylaw
- Review of social media conduct language for council members
- Discussion of complaint handling and investigation procedures
- Potential inclusion of Integrity Commissioner role
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider decisions on cemetery fees and the 2021 operating and capital budgets, along with flood mitigation options and a taxi pass policy update. The meeting includes two notices of motion regarding a fire department aerial apparatus purchase and a letter from the mayor to the premier. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled.
- Briefing on cemetery breakeven costs; scenarios show perpetual care fee could rise from $250 to $2,423 (969%) for full cost recovery
- Request for Decision on 2084 Fees and Charges Bylaw
- Request for Decision on 2082 Cemetery Bylaw
- Ratification of 2021 Operating and Capital Budgets
- Councillor Ford motion: report on purchase of aerial apparatus for fire department
Regular Council
Council will consider giving first, second, and third reading to Bylaw 2082, which consolidates three older bylaws governing Mount Pleasant Cemetery, adds definitions, and sets rules for new columbarium and mausoleums. The agenda also includes a request for decision on proposed cemetery rates, a verbal COVID-19 update, and annual reports from several departments. The meeting was originally scheduled to include a code of conduct bylaw and budget ratification, but these were deleted from the agenda.
- Bylaw 2082: Cemetery Bylaw for Mount Pleasant Cemetery, replacing Bylaws 33, 1479, and 1961
- Proposed Cemetery Rates (Request for Decision)
- COVID-19 Update (verbal)
- Council Orientation Package (Request for Direction)
- Notice of Motion: report on purchase of aerial apparatus for Peace River fire department
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit for a new K-12 school at 7401-99 Street (new address 9935-73 Avenue), replacing the existing École De Quatre-Vents school. The application is for a discretionary public use within the Community Development District. The commission may approve, refuse, or impose conditions on the proposal.
- Development Permit Application #2020-32 for a new K-12 school at 7401-99 Street (9935-73 Avenue), Roll #404600
- Proposed school building: approximately 2,730 m² (29,385 ft²), one storey, 11.2 m (36.7 ft) high, including gym
- New parent drop-off/parking area accessed from 73 Avenue; bus drop-off/pick-up remains off 99 Street
- Old school to be demolished after new school is complete
- Traffic Impact Assessment completed with no concerns for parking area entry/exit
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee is meeting to discuss unfinished business, including plans for the Rhapsody Awards Ceremony and a 2021 funding request, as well as new business such as a RhPAP grant application, Rhapsody Award nominations, updates on healthcare providers, a Para Zoom event, and an annual thank-you event. The agenda also includes reports on finances and the RhPAP grant, plus a sample committee brochure for information. The meeting is a regular session with no in-camera items.
- Update on plans for Rhapsody Awards Ceremony
- 2021 Funding request
- RhPAP Grant Application
- Rhapsody Award Nominations
- Financial Report
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will discuss adding a disability category to the Taxi Pass Program, which currently subsidizes taxi fares for low-income residents. The agenda also includes a COVID-19 update, budget deliberations, and reviews of several bylaws and policies. The meeting is largely procedural, with most items being requests for direction or reports.
- Taxi Pass Program policy review, including potential new disability eligibility category
- COVID-19 report with enforcement recommendations
- 2021 Operating and Capital Budget deliberations
- Bylaw 20XX Code of Conduct Bylaw and amendment to Procedural Bylaw
- Cemetery Bylaw and fee schedule review
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board will discuss unfinished business including a Recreation Facility Banner Directive, and new business covering board organization (terms of office, election of chair and vice-chair), a Taxi Pass Policy Review, and a COVID-19 facilities update. The agenda includes reports from staff and a year-end summary of grants to groups. The meeting is a regular business meeting with no public hearings or major contracts.
- Taxi Pass Policy Review: proposed additions, including a possible disability category, with an annual budget of $202,000
- Recreation Facility Banner Directive: guidelines for banners at Baytex Energy Centre (ice surface and fieldhouse)
- Board Organization: terms of office and election of chair and vice-chair
- COVID-19 Facilities Operation Update
- Grants to Groups Year End Summary Reports
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider a request from All Peace Towing and Hotshot to exempt tow trucks from the residential parking ban in Bylaw 1746. Administration recommends declining the exemption, citing noise, traffic safety, and precedent concerns. Council will also receive a verbal COVID-19 update and begin 2021 budget deliberations.
- Request for parking exemption for tow trucks under Bylaw 1746, with administration recommending denial
- 2021 Budget Deliberations (document to be provided at meeting)
- COVID-19 Update (verbal report)
- 2021 Census Resolution
- Library Board Appointment
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider two borrowing bylaws (MasterCard and line of credit), the 2021 budget, a fire services agreement with County of Northern Lights, and other items. The agenda includes a library budget presentation and a closed session for personal privacy matters.
- Bylaw 2080: 2021 MasterCard Borrowing Bylaw (up to $150,000 from ATB)
- Bylaw 2081: 2021 Line of Credit Borrowing Bylaw
- 2021 Budget Deliberations (document to be provided at meeting)
- Fire Services Agreement with County of Northern Lights
- Request for Direction re: Mausoleums at Mount Pleasant Cemetery