Peace River public meetings in 2022
31 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Communication Package
This communication package contains incoming and outgoing correspondence for Council review. The County of Northern Lights has included the Town of Peace River's request for hot tub and slide replacement funding in its preliminary 2023 budget.
- County of Northern Lights preliminary 2023 budget includes funding for Town of Peace River recreation capital projects (hot tub and slide replacement)
- Government of Alberta Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) Program offering up to $2 million for community projects
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit application to change the use of 10018 & 10020-101 Street to a Community Service Facility. The Peace River Art Club proposes using the 10,000 sq ft building for art programs, exhibits, and a small gift shop. The application includes a request for a variance to reduce required off-street parking by 11 stalls.
- Development Permit Application #2022-28: Change of Use to Community Service Facility at 10018 & 10020-101 St
- Variance request for a reduction of 11 parking stalls at Lots 8-11, Block 3, Plan 2587AZ
- Proposed use of the former Peace #10 School Division offices by the Peace River Art Club
Council Communication Package
This communications package contains updates from various organizations for Council review. Key items include a budget change from the Peace Regional Waste Management Company and a status report from the North Peace Housing Foundation.
- Peace Regional Waste Management Company removed Partner Contributions from its 2023 budget
- North Peace Housing Foundation adopted 2023 Lodge and Affordable Housing budgets
- Del-Air Lodge redevelopment turnover date moved to December 2023
- Alberta Government river ice reports for Peace River
- Mighty Peace Tourism receiving grant for trails tourism strategy
Economic Development Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2023 work plan and discussing various economic initiatives. Topics include the Out of the Cold Shelter presentation, film industry opportunities, and the Growing the North Conference.
- Presentation by Out of the Cold Shelter
- Discussion of 2023 Work Plan
- Discussion of film industry opportunities
- Growing the North Conference registration
- Review of Downtown Revitalization and tourism reports
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing the 2023 Interim and Capital Budgets. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Active Transportation Plan and results from a survey regarding potential business grants.
- 2023 Interim Budget discussion
- 2023 Capital Budget discussion
- Business Grant Survey results regarding seven potential grant categories
- RCMP Quarterly Statistics presentation
- Community Services Fee Rate discussion
Council Communication Agenda
The Council agenda consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence for review. Items include updates on provincial victim services, a capital funding request to the County of Northern Lights, and community event invitations.
- Request for $132,300 from County of Northern Lights for Peace Regional Pool hot tub replacement
- Request for $70,200 from County of Northern Lights for Peace Regional Pool slide replacement
- Letter from Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services regarding regional victim services redesign
- Letter of support for Peace River Minor Hockey U15A 2023 Provincial Championships bid
- Invitation to Peace River & County of Northern Lights Fire Department Annual Awards Night
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing the 2023 Capital and Utility budgets and proposed updates to Community Services Department user fees. The meeting also includes a presentation from the First Nations Health Consortium and updates on infrastructure projects.
- 2023 Community Services Department User Fees Update
- 2023 Capital Budget discussion
- 2023 Utility Budget presentation
- Status update on sidewalk covering at CN Rail Trestle Bridge
- Notice of motion regarding posting Council honoraria and expenses online
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing the 2023 Capital Budget and receiving a presentation from ATCO regarding an LED streetlight conversion option. The meeting also includes updates on neighbourhood infrastructure and various municipal appointments.
- 2023 Capital Budget discussion
- ATCO LED streetlight conversion presentation
- Neighbourhood Infrastructure Renewal Program update
- Appointment of Community Services Board Member
- Appointment of Peace Regional Subdivision and Development Appeal Board members
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board is discussing updates to the Community Scholarship Program guidelines and a review of 2023 fee rates. The Board is also reviewing a draft bylaw to consolidate museum and heritage services under its jurisdiction.
- Review of Community Scholarship Program guidelines regarding school-based programming
- Proposed 2023 fee rate review for facilities and services
- Draft Community Services Bylaw to include Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre
- Community Scholarship budget of $1,500.00 per year
- Scholarship maximum of $100.00 per applicant per calendar year
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing Bylaw No. 2122 to update how communication towers are handled within the Land Use Bylaw. The amendment aims to align town authority with federal regulations and provide clearer direction on preferred tower locations.
- Bylaw No. 2122: Communication Tower Land Use Bylaw Amendment
- Bylaw 2123: Repeal of Bylaw 1806 (Peace River Museum Board)
- Bylaw No. 2124: Amendment to Development Authority Bylaw No. 1598
- Appointment of 2022 Financial Auditors
- Review of 2023 Community Organization Property Tax Exemption Requests
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee is reviewing a draft 2023 budget proposal totaling approximately $87,000. Members also discussed advertising a request for quotes regarding a meat packing plant feasibility study and reviewed recent job fair results.
- Draft 2023 budget proposal of $87,000
- Approval to advertise Request for Quote for Meat Packing Feasibility Study
- $500 sponsorship for Small Business Week Dinner and Dance
- Report of 133 employers and ~120 jobs advertised at September 28 Job Fair
- Discussion of $10,000 allocation for Marketing & Promotions in 2023 budget
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing a proposed amendment to the Land Use Bylaw regarding communication towers. The committee is also discussing storm sewer repairs and slide mitigation on 101st Street.
- Land Use Bylaw Amendment - Communication Towers
- 101st Street Storm Sewer Repairs and Slide Mitigation
- Review of Public Participation Policy No. P-11-53-A
- AHS notification regarding Grimshaw Emergency Room service hours
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee met to discuss updates on medical students and local doctors. The committee also addressed potential expansion of their scope to other healthcare providers and updates regarding Peace River Hospital closures.
- Appointment of Cheryl Anderson to the committee
- Update on PNME medical students arriving in September 2022
- Discussion of Rhapsody Awards venue and ticket pricing
- Financial report showing $16,000 remaining in the account
- Discussion regarding Peace River Hospital closures
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for a 44.59m2 addition to a single detached dwelling at 8135-125 Avenue. The commission is also reviewing a proposed land use bylaw amendment regarding the siting and regulation of communication towers.
- Development Permit #2022-24: 44.59m2 addition to a single detached dwelling at 8135-125 Avenue
- Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendment: New regulations for Communication Towers
- Approval of brewery, distillery, and tap room at 10028-101 Street (August 23 meeting minutes)
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board is reviewing a proposal to dissolve the Peace River Museum Board due to recruitment challenges and a lack of quorum. The recommendation is to expand the Community Services Board's mandate to include museum oversight to maintain accreditation.
- Discussion of dissolving the Peace River Museum Board (Bylaw No. 1806)
- Proposal to expand Community Services Board mandate via new or amended bylaw
- Review of Community Services Board Bylaw
- Presentation by Family Resource Network
- Board Member Application review
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing a proposal to dissolve the Peace River Museum Board. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Peace Valley Snow Riders regarding their trail operations and cash flow.
- Proposed dissolution of the Peace River Museum Board
- Presentation by Peace Valley Snow Riders
- RCMP Peace Regional Advisory Committee report
- Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee meeting minutes
Organizational Meeting of Council
The Peace River Town Council is conducting its annual organizational meeting to appoint a Deputy Mayor and assign councillors to various boards and committees. The meeting also includes reviewing the 2022-2023 regular meeting schedule and legislative responsibilities.
- Appointment of a Deputy Mayor for a one-year term
- Appointment of councillors to 26 boards and committees
- Review of the 2022-2023 regular governance and council meeting schedule
- Review of legislative responsibilities under the Alberta Municipal Government Act
Regular Council
The Town Council is considering a public hearing to remove reserve designations on two lots to consolidate land for the Peace Regional Pool and Baytex Energy Center. The meeting also includes a presentation on the ATCO LED Conversion Program for streetlights.
- Public hearing: Removal of Reserve Lot Designation at Peace Regional Pool and Baytex Energy Center
- Presentation: ATCO LED Conversion Program
- Bylaw: Code of Conduct Bylaw Amendment
- New Business: Green Space Maintenance Contract
- New Business: Water Supply Agreement with County of Northern Lights
Economic Development Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2023 budget and various economic initiatives. Discussions include meat packing plant research, small business week sponsorship, and tourism enhancement.
- Discussion of 2023 Budget
- Request for Meat Packing Plant Research quotes
- Small Business Week sponsorship discussion
- EDA Xperience 2023 Leaders' Summit and Conference
- Downtown Revitalization reports
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing proposed changes to the Council Grants to Organizations Policy. The updates include adjustments to funding categories, application processes, and how the $50,000 annual budget is allocated.
- Review of Council Grants to Organizations Policy updates
- Discussion of Downtown Revitalization Policy
- Discussion of Green Space Maintenance
- Proposed budget discussion dates
- Review of Council Grants annual budget of $50,000
Community Services Board
The Board is reviewing the Community Services Department Operational Plan and the 2022 operating and capital budgets. Discussions include the Active Transportation Project, Museum Board matters, and prioritization of new initiatives.
- 2022 Operating and Capital Budget discussions
- Community Services Department Operational Plan review
- Active Transportation Project discussion
- Museum Board discussion
- Prioritization of new initiatives in the Operational Plan
Regular Council
The Town Council is considering whether to maintain or increase the ATCO electric franchise fee, which is currently 11.5%. They will also discuss writing off uncollectible airport accounts and making appointments to the Peace River Library Board.
- Discussion on ATCO electric franchise fee (current rate 11.5%)
- Proposed write-off of uncollectible airport accounts
- Appointments to the Peace River Library Board
- Presentation on utility bill revisions and economic impact
- Review of the Operational Budget Variance Report
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee is reviewing a request to adjust the Downtown Revitalization Grant Program due to low participation. Administration is proposing a new suite of grant categories, such as barrier-free and patio grants, to better incentivize local investment.
- Draft Request for Direction on the Downtown Revitalization Grant Policy
- Proposed Barrier-Free Grant providing 50% matching for accessibility projects
- Proposed Patio Grant for downtown outdoor enhancements
- Discussion of Alberta Advantage Immigration Program streams
- Review of Small Business Week and Boulevard Gardening Program
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the proposed budget timeline to ensure a final budget is approved by December 31. Discussions also include a housing needs assessment request and various policy updates regarding taxes and receivables.
- Proposed Budget Timeline report
- Active Transportation Grant Agreement
- Request for repeal of Tax Payments policy P-15-2000-02
- North Peace Housing Foundation housing needs assessment request
- Alberta Health Services memos regarding bed closures and operating room interruptions
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing the Tax Payment and Outstanding Account Receivables policies. The meeting also includes a presentation on municipal property assessment and discussions regarding snow and ice removal.
- Review of Tax Payment Policy P-15-2000-02 for potential repeal
- Review of Collection Policy for Outstanding Account Receivables P-12-2010-04
- Presentation by KCL Consulting Inc. regarding Municipal Assessment
- Discussion of Neighbourhood Infrastructure Renewal 2022 Water Transmission System Tie-Ins
- Review of Snow and Ice Removal Policy
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is reviewing the 2022-2025 Council Strategic Plan and the Community Services Department Operational Plan. The board will also engage in 2023 budget planning and elect a new Chair.
- Election of Chair
- Council Strategic Plan 2022-2025 review
- Community Services Department Operational Plan review
- 2023 Budget Planning
- Director of Community Services Board Report
Special Meeting of Council
The Peace River Town Council will hold a special meeting on August 29, 2022. The only scheduled item is a closed session regarding personnel recruitment.
- Closed session regarding personnel recruitment
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to change a building's use to a brewery, distillery, and taproom with a parking variance. The meeting also includes review of minutes from the July 12 meeting regarding a metal recycling facility approval.
- Proposed change of use to Brewery, Distillery, Tap Room, and Personal Service Facility at 10028-101 St
- Request for a parking variance of 55 stalls for the 10028-101 St development
- Approval of metal recycling facility relocation at 86 Street (Lots 1-4, Plan 2RS)
- Discussion of Land Use Bylaw amendments regarding telecommunication towers
- Information regarding a grant for the Westside Active Transportation Plan
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing the 2022 Economic Development Committee Strategic Work Plan. They are also considering a request to convert casual staff into one permanent full-time Home Support Aide position to improve program stability.
- Approval of the 2022 Economic Development Committee Strategic Work Plan
- Request for one new full-time equivalent Home Support Aide position
- Lot consolidation for Plan 4068TR; Block 15; Lot R2 and Block 14; Lot R2
- Intermunicipal Development Plan referral for a cannabis micro grow operation
- Scheduling of Council Facility Tours
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss a request to develop a loitering bylaw to address downtown business concerns. Members will also review a report on the PRCC Downtown Beautification Project and receive updates from various sub-committees.
- Request to develop a loitering bylaw
- Meeting with Peace Officers regarding business support
- Review of PRCC Downtown Beautification Project
- Discussion on hiring a designer or marketer for the Town website business tab
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing additional public feedback regarding the 2022-2025 Council Strategic Plan. They are also considering a request from the Fire Department to purchase a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe from Northern Sunrise County.
- 2022-2025 Council Strategic Plan public feedback review
- Fire Truck Request: Purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe from Northern Sunrise County
- Draft Bylaw: Assessment and Taxation of Designated Manufactured Homes
- Quarterly Municipal Policing Report (April 1 to June 30, 2022)
- RCMP Community Peace Officers Memorandum of Understanding