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Lloydminster public meetings in 2022

34 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 12, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to decide on multiple bylaws, contracts, and grants at Dec 12 meeting

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider a range of items including appointments, policy amendments, contract awards, and several bylaws. Key decisions include approving a new City Clerk, awarding an airport fuel contract, and granting readings to bylaws on road closure, utility rates, landfill use, and community standards. The agenda also includes public hearings for two bylaws and a closed session.

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✓ Decided: Council approves new community standards, utility rate, and landfill bylaws

Council passed several bylaws including the Community Standards Bylaw, Utility Rate Bylaw, and Landfill Use Bylaw. The city also awarded contracts for airport fuel and safety codes services and approved $31,200 in community grants.

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Mon Dec 5, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review museum year, social policy framework, reserves policy

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive presentations on the Lloydminster Museum + Archives year in review and the Lloydminster Social Policy Framework, and to discuss an update to Reserves Policy No. 134-04. The agenda also includes routine approval of the agenda and previous minutes. No decisions are listed; items are for discussion and information.

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✓ Decided: Governance and Priorities Committee reviews museum and social policy reports

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 14, 2022. Administration provided presentations on the Lloydminster Museum + Archives year in review and a draft Social Policy Framework, and reviewed updates to Reserves Policy No. 134-04.

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Mon Nov 21, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to approve 2023 budget with $41.4M tax levy and capital plan

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to approve the 2023 operating and capital budgets, which include a municipal taxation levy of $41,402,982, and to accept a ten-year capital plan. The agenda also includes several bylaw readings, grant allocations, and contract awards. A public hearing is scheduled for two land-use bylaws.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2023 operating and capital budgets

Council approved the 2023 Operating Budget with a municipal taxation levy requirement of $41,402,982 and the 2023 Capital Budget. The city also accepted a ten-year capital plan in principle and allocated $385,000 in community grants.

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Mon Nov 14, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review Community Standards Bylaw and North Lloydminster road closure

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss the draft 2023 meeting schedule, a proposed road closure in North Lloydminster, and the Community Standards Bylaw. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and a closed session for policy advice. No decisions are final until ratified by Council.

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✓ Decided: Governance and Priorities Committee approves agenda and previous minutes

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from November 9, 2022. Administration presented a draft 2023 meeting schedule, information on a permanent road closure in North Lloydminster, and proposed Community Standards Bylaw changes. No formal decisions were recorded regarding the presentations.

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Wed Nov 9, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review draft 2023 operating and capital budget

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to review the draft 2023 operating and capital budget, presented by Denise MacDonald. The agenda also includes routine items: approving the agenda, approving previous minutes, and scheduling a closed session. No decisions on the budget are listed; it is a discussion item.

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✓ Decided: Governance and Priorities Committee meeting records no substantive decisions

The committee met to discuss the Draft 2023 Operating and Capital Budget, but no votes or decisions were recorded regarding the budget. The meeting consisted of procedural motions and several recesses.

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Mon Nov 7, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to award park, golf centre, and water maintenance contracts

Lloydminster Council is meeting to approve several consultant and maintenance contracts, accept financial statements, and give first reading to a bylaw on taxing student dormitories. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and a committee appointment.

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✓ Decided: Council awards park master plan and water sewer maintenance contracts

Council approved a $44,990 contract for the Bud Miller All Seasons Park Master Plan and a maintenance agreement for water and sewer services. A new member was appointed to the DARC committee, and a student dormitory taxation bylaw received first reading.

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Mon Oct 24, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to hold public hearings on Northeast Area Structure Plan and land use bylaws

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including the Northeast Area Structure Plan and related land use amendments, with public hearings scheduled. Council will also vote on tax enforcement actions for Saskatchewan properties in arrears and approve grant applications for intermunicipal planning collaborations.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Northeast Area Structure Plan and land use amendments

Council gave third and final reading to the Northeast Area Structure Plan Bylaw (No. 16-2022) and a Land Use Bylaw amendment (No. 17-2022), both after public hearings with no speakers. Council also authorized tax enforcement actions on Saskatchewan properties in arrears and approved grant applications for intermunicipal planning and an Official Community Plan update.

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Mon Oct 17, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review retail gap analysis, library plan, and dormitory tax bylaw

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to hear presentations on the Lloydminster Public Library business plan, a retail gap and market analysis, a design update for Lloydminster Place, and an Official Community Plan amendment. They will also review quarterly governance and procurement updates and consider Bylaw No. 12-2022 on taxation of student dormitories.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives presentations on retail gap analysis, library, and design updates

The Governance and Priorities Committee met on October 17, 2022, and received presentations from the Lloydminster Public Library, on a retail gap and market analysis report, and on the Lloydminster Place design. No decisions were made on these items; they were presented for information only. The committee also received updates on governance documents and procurement for the third quarter of 2022, and reviewed a draft bylaw for taxation of student dormitories.

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Mon Oct 3, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider first readings for Northeast Area Structure Plan and related land use bylaw

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including first readings for the Northeast Area Structure Plan and a related Land Use Bylaw amendment, as well as second and third readings for a new Cemetery Management Bylaw. Council will also review a Saskatchewan Tax Enforcement Policy and receive an update on the Municipal Development Plan. The meeting includes a closed session for policy advice.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Saskatchewan Tax Enforcement Policy, advances several bylaws

Council approved the Saskatchewan Tax Enforcement Policy and gave first reading to the Northeast Area Structure Plan Bylaw and a Land Use Bylaw amendment, scheduling a public hearing for October 24. The Cemetery Management Bylaw received second, third, and final readings, and first reading was granted for the ATCO Agreements Bylaw amendments. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and procedural motions.

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Mon Sep 19, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider $1.2M land sale to Covenant Energy and $4.3M Lake K contract

Lloydminster Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a proposed land sale of 133.99 acres for $1,205,910 to Covenant Energy Ltd., and awarding a $4,285,553.64 contract to Brodsky Construction Inc. for the Lake K and Outlet Control Structure. The agenda also includes public hearings and readings for two bylaws: a rezoning of properties at 4409-4413 49 Avenue from DC1 to C1, and a lane closure at 1201 50 Avenue. Other items include maintaining ATCO franchise fees, approving tax auction reserve bids, and appointing committee members.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $4.29M Lake K construction contract

Council awarded a $4,285,553.64 contract to Brodsky Construction Inc. for the Lake K and Outlet Control Structure, with a $150,000 contingency. They also approved the sale of 133.99 acres of land to Covenant Energy Ltd. for $1,205,910, and gave final readings to rezone two properties at 4409-4413 49 Avenue to C1 Central Commercial District.

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Mon Sep 12, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review wastewater plant, tax policy, grants, and zoning changes

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates and discuss several policy and land-use items, including a wastewater treatment facility project, tax enforcement, grant policies, and proposed zoning amendments. No final decisions are listed; items are presented for discussion and potential recommendation to Council.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews wastewater plant, land-use policies, and development plan updates

The Governance and Priorities Committee received updates on the new mechanical wastewater treatment facility, Saskatchewan tax enforcement policy, and the Municipal Development Plan. No binding decisions were made; all items were presented for discussion and information only.

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Tue Sep 6, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to rename park, approve levy deal, RCMP design contract

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to decide on several administrative and capital items, including renaming a park, entering a school levy agreement, awarding a design contract for RCMP facilities, approving a grant policy, and purchasing a columbarium. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and an in-camera session.

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✓ Decided: Council renamed park after former mayor Ken Baker

Council approved renaming Kin-Kinette Park to Ken Baker Park in honour of long-serving Mayor and Councillor Ken Baker. They also entered into a Seamless Levy agreement with local school divisions, awarded a sole-source contract for RCMP facility design services, and approved a new Safe and Healthy Communities Grant Policy. Several other routine items were carried unanimously.

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Mon Aug 22, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider $33M borrowing bylaw for multiuse recreational facilities

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several capital project awards, policy approvals, and bylaw readings. Key items include second and third reading of a $33 million borrowing bylaw for multiuse recreational and event facilities, contractor awards for infrastructure projects, and first readings of rezoning and road closure bylaws. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and committee appointments.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $33M borrowing for multiuse recreational facilities

Council gave third and final reading to Bylaw 03-2022, authorizing up to $33 million in borrowing for multiuse recreational and event facilities. Several capital contracts were awarded, including a $465K trail redevelopment at Bud Miller All Seasons Park and a $339K culvert upgrade. Council also approved new policies on municipal enforcement service standards and license of occupation, and endorsed an application for Alberta's Rural Renewal Stream.

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Mon Aug 15, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Lloydminster committee to weigh rezoning, road closure, policies, and exhibition deal

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss several land-use items, including a rezoning from DC1 to C1, a road closure and subdivision, and changes to the Wigfield Industrial Area Structure Plan. They will also review a multi-year partnership agreement with the Lloydminster Exhibition, a Safe and Healthy Communities Grant Policy, and financial statements for June 2022. Additional policy items include municipal enforcement service standards, a draft cemetery management bylaw, a license of occupation policy, and debt management for capital expenditures. The meeting includes a closed session for policy options and advice.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews rezoning, road closure, and policy changes

The Governance and Priorities Committee received information on several proposed items, including a rezoning from DC1 to C1, a road closure and subdivision, changes to the Wigfield Industrial Area Structure Plan, a multi-year partnership agreement with the Lloydminster Exhibition, a Safe and Healthy Communities Grant Policy, and updates to municipal enforcement, cemetery, license of occupation, and debt management policies. No formal decisions were made on these items; the committee only approved the agenda, previous minutes, and procedural motions to recess and go into closed session.

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Mon Jul 18, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider $33M borrowing bylaw for multiuse recreational and event facilities

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider a borrowing bylaw of up to $33,000,000 for the construction of Multiuse Recreational and Event Facilities, along with several contractor awards, a property sale, and various appointments and policy approvals. The agenda includes decisions on selling the decommissioned Fire Station #1, awarding contracts for water treatment upgrades and demolition, and approving grant funding for pedestrian safety and park planning.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $873K UV disinfection upgrade at water plant

Council approved the sale of the decommissioned Fire Station #1 for $485,000 plus GST, awarded contracts for the water treatment plant UV disinfection upgrade and demolition of the old water plant, and approved funding for a park master plan update. It also passed a records management bylaw and gave first reading to a $33 million borrowing bylaw for multiuse recreational facilities.

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Tue Jul 12, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review sign rules, housing, and Q2 updates

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to hear public presentations on land use bylaw sign regulations and from the Lloydminster Housing Authority, followed by administration updates on governance, procurement, and capital infrastructure projects. The committee will also consider amendments to the Northeast Area Structure Plan and two policies. The meeting includes a closed session for policy advice.

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✓ Decided: Committee approves agenda, minutes; hears updates on policies and projects

The Governance and Priorities Committee approved its agenda (with item 4.2 removed) and the June 13, 2022 minutes. Members received updates on the Land Use Bylaw Sign Regulations, governance documents, procurement, capital infrastructure projects, the Northeast Area Structure Plan, and two policies. No substantive decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

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Mon Jun 20, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to decide on $80K concrete repair, $455K road work, and sign permit

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several spending items, including an $80,000 sole-source contract for concrete rehabilitation at the Servus Sports Centre and a combined $455,000 commitment for pavement maintenance. Council will also review a draft License of Occupation Policy, vote on a records management bylaw, and consider a resolution supporting Canadian oil and gas. Several routine items, such as committee appointments and grant allocations, are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $455K pavement maintenance, adopts trails plan

Council approved a $455,000 budget commitment for pavement maintenance, adopted the 2022 Trails and Sidewalk Master Plan, and approved several other items including a sole-source contract for concrete rehabilitation. They also endorsed a resolution supporting Canadian oil and gas consumption and nominated staff for an award.

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Mon Jun 13, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review event facility survey, Lloydminster Place design, trails plan, grants, and draft bylaws

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive presentations on an event facility public survey, a Lloydminster Place design update, the 2021 Trails and Sidewalk Master Plan, and two grant opportunities from Public Safety Canada and for a Community Safety and Well Being Plan. The committee will also consider draft Records Management and License of Occupation policies. The meeting includes a youth council presentation and an in-camera session for policy advice.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews surveys, grants, and draft policies; no binding decisions

The Governance and Priorities Committee received presentations on an event facility survey, Lloydminster Place design updates, the Trails and Sidewalk Master Plan, and two grant opportunities. Draft Records Management Bylaw and License of Occupation Policy were reviewed. No substantive decisions were made; all items were informational or procedural.

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Mon Jun 6, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

✓ Decided: Council approves rainbow crosswalk, NG911 recorder, and construction manager contracts

Council approved several items including a rainbow crosswalk for Lloyd Pride 2022, a $63,354.92 contract for a Next Generation 9-1-1 recording device, a new Ethical Governance Policy, a construction manager contract for Lloydminster Place, a security services agreement for Bud Miller Park, and a $76,935 job evaluation project. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Mon May 30, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 mill rate bylaw and multiple capital contracts

Council approved the 2022 Council Advocacy Priority List, revised the Downtown Area Redevelopment Committee's terms of reference, and approved the Fieldhouse and Arenas Allocation Policy. It also approved several capital projects, including a $360,696 sanitary sewer master plan update, truck and golf equipment purchases, and the Lloydminster Place Event District site plan with a $100,000 budget transfer. The mill rate bylaw received final readings, and the Ethical Governance Policy was deferred for more information.

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Mon May 16, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Lloydminster committee to review Q1 finances, DARC update, park security deal

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates and discuss several items, including a Downtown Area Redevelopment Committee update, a Council Advocacy Priority List, and a security services agreement for Bud Miller All Seasons Park. The committee will also review financial statements for the month ending March 31, 2022. The agenda includes a closed session for policy options and advice.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews advocacy priorities and financial statements

The Governance and Priorities Committee received updates on the Downtown Area Redevelopment Committee, Council Advocacy Priorities, and the Bud Miller All Seasons Park Security Services Agreement, but took no substantive decisions. Financial statements for March 2022 were presented. The meeting included a recess for media interviews and a closed session.

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Mon May 9, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to approve 2022 budget revisions and mill rate bylaw

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to approve the revised 2022 operating and capital budgets, set the mill rate, and handle several appointments and property-related items. The agenda includes a property tax exemption for a community centre, a use approval for an esthetics shop, and updates to expense reimbursement policies.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2022 budgets, tax exemption, landfill bylaw

Council approved the revised 2022 operating and capital budgets, a property tax exemption for The Olive Tree Community Centre, and the final reading of the landfill use bylaw amendment. It also approved appointments, policies, and a development application. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Mon Apr 25, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to decide on electricity buying group, grants, contracts, and bylaws

This is a regular Council meeting with several decisions on the agenda, including participation in an electricity buying group, a grant application, contract awards for equipment and services, and readings of multiple bylaws. Council will also consider the 2021 audited financial statements and a development permit for a home-based business.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Lloydminster Place construction manager delivery method

Council approved the use of the Construction Manager project delivery method for the Lloydminster Place Event Facility project, and awarded several contracts including dust control, a wheel loader, and a tandem unit. They also approved the 2021 audited financial statements and passed several bylaws, including the Taxi and Vehicle for Hire amendment and the Repealing Bylaw.

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Mon Apr 11, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review landfill fee changes, expense policies, and project updates

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates on several city projects and programs, review the first quarter procurement and governance reports, and consider a proposed bylaw amendment for sanitary landfill fees and surcharges. The committee will also discuss business and travel expense policies. The agenda includes a closed session for policy advice.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives updates, no decisions made

The Governance and Priorities Committee meeting on April 11, 2022, was largely informational, with presentations and updates on various topics including Startup Lloydminster's strategic plan, the Lloydminster Place event district, Bioclean Aquatic Centre renovations, and PSM Lawyers Park Centre design. No substantive decisions were made; the only motions were procedural (approving agenda, minutes, recesses, and entering/exiting closed session).

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Mon Mar 28, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to decide on $2M trail grant, $1.8M street work, annexation bylaws

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to decide on several major items, including grant applications for trail expansion and a park master plan, contract awards for street improvements and asphalt patching, and the allocation of the 2021 year-end surplus. Council will also consider multiple readings of bylaws related to annexation, taxi regulations, and an operating line of credit. A public hearing is scheduled for 2:00 PM.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $2.9M surplus allocation and major road contracts

Council approved the allocation of the 2021 year-end operating surplus of $2,900,163 and capital surplus of $512,923 to various reserves, including $662,923 to the Multi-Use Arena. They also awarded contracts for the 2022-2024 Asphalt Patching Program (max $500,000/year) and the 2022 Street Improvement Program ($1,821,835.41) to ASL Paving Ltd., and approved a sole-source purchase of UV disinfection reactors for the Water Treatment Plant ($447,920). Several bylaws received readings, including the Annexation Bylaw (third reading) and the Operating Line of Credit Bylaw (third reading, with Councillor Torresan voting against).

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Mon Mar 21, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Lloydminster committee to review 2021 annual reports and fee changes

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive annual reports from the RCMP, public safety, and fire services, and to discuss several policy and bylaw items including taxi fees, recreation access, and financial policies. The agenda also includes a presentation on future expansion plans for the Vic Juba Community Theatre and an update on the Lloydminster Place design.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives reports, no binding decisions made

The Governance and Priorities Committee met on March 21, 2022, and received presentations and updates on various topics, including the Vic Juba Community Theatre expansion, RCMP and public safety annual reports, fire services, an event facility survey, intermunicipal appeal boards, stormwater utility charges, Lloydminster Place design, taxi bylaw fees, recreation access policy, area structure plans, operating line of credit, investment and finance charge policies, proclamations, and repealing outdated bylaws. No substantive decisions were made; the only motions were to approve the agenda, approve previous minutes, recess, go into closed session, and adjourn.

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Mon Mar 14, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to award $3.1M in sewer/water contracts, hear annexation bylaws

Lloydminster Council is meeting to decide on several infrastructure contracts, including a $1.31M sanitary sewer replacement and a $1.84M water and sewer replacement. They will also hold public hearings on two annexation-related bylaw amendments and consider a $10,000 membership fee for the Vermilion River Regional Alliance.

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Mon Feb 28, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to repeal COVID-19 vaccine policy for members, approve CUPE contract

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several policy changes, including repealing the COVID-19 vaccination and rapid testing policy for Council, approving a new collective agreement with CUPE Local 1015, and awarding a sand supply contract. The agenda also includes appointments, fee approvals, and a closed session for land and policy discussions.

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✓ Decided: Council approves CUPE collective agreement, repeals COVID-19 policy

Council approved the 2022-2026 collective agreement with CUPE Local 1015, repealed the COVID-19 vaccination and rapid testing policy for Council, and approved several other policies and contracts. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Mon Feb 14, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review 2022 capital projects, parks fees, and offsite levy policy

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive administration updates on 2021 Q4 procurement, governance documents, and engineering capital projects, and to discuss proposed 2022-2023 parks fees, arena branding, and an offsite levy bylaw update. The committee will also consider asset management policy, recognition policy, a draft ethical governance policy, and repealing outdated policies. The agenda includes a closed session for policy advice.

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✓ Decided: Lloydminster committee reviews procurement, capital projects, and policy updates

The Governance and Priorities Committee received updates on 2021 Q4 procurement, governance document review, capital infrastructure projects, parks fees, arena branding, and offsite levy policy. It also reviewed proposed changes to the Recognition of Members of Council policy and a draft Ethical Governance & Decision Making policy, and noted outdated policies for future repeal. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was procedural, with only agenda, minutes, recess, and adjournment motions carried.

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Mon Feb 7, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to approve $33.2M capital carry-forward and land sale to Interval Home

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to decide on several financial and land items, including a $33.2 million capital carry-forward to 2022, a $600,000 land sale to the Lloydminster Interval Home Society, and two water treatment plant vendor awards. Council will also consider first readings of three annexation-related bylaws and approve community grant allocations. A public presentation on a drainage concern is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $33.2M capital carry forward and land sale amendment

Council approved a $33,223,619 capital carry forward for projects to be completed in 2022, amended a land sale agreement with the Lloydminster Interval Home Society to $600,000 for 1.30 acres, and awarded two water treatment plant vendor contracts. It also approved Saskatchewan Lotteries community grants totaling $75,400 to 11 organizations, renamed the archives room at the museum, and gave first reading to three annexation-related bylaws.

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Mon Jan 24, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to award fuel/oil contract and airport snow plow truck purchase

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to approve several contracts and bylaws. Key decisions include awarding a 2022–2024 fuel and oil agreement worth about $479,226.71 per year and purchasing an airport snow plow truck for $296,210, funded by ACAP. Council will also consider property tax exemptions, a new event arena project charter, and readings for several bylaws.

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✓ Decided: Council approves new event arena project charter and committees

Council approved the New Event Arena Project Charter and established fundraising and sponsorship committees, appointing Councillors Buckingham and Whiting respectively. It also awarded contracts for fuel and oil supply and an airport snow plow truck, and passed several bylaws including the Community Peace Officer Bylaw and a supplementary assessment bylaw.

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Mon Jan 17, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to hear 2021 business survey, arena project, airport equipment purchase

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive administration presentations on the 2021 business survey, the Municipal Development Plan project, the New Event Arena project charter and committees, and vendor selection for an airport grader and snow plow truck. They will also discuss a draft street sweeping policy and a 2021 offsite levy policy update. The meeting includes a closed session for policy options and advice.

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✓ Decided: Committee reviews policies, hears updates; no final decisions made

The Governance and Priorities Committee received presentations on the 2021 Business Survey, Municipal Development Plan, New Event Arena project, and airport equipment procurement. It also reviewed draft amendments to the Street Sweeping Policy and the Offsite Levy Policy, but no substantive decisions were made—only procedural motions to approve the agenda, previous minutes, recess, and in-camera session were carried.

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Mon Jan 10, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to award $218,330 airport signage contract

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several routine items, including awarding a contract for airport signage, approving grant allocations, and making appointments. The most consequential item is the proposed $218,330 contract for airport signage manufacturing and installation.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $218,330 airport signage contract

Council approved the award of the Lloydminster Airport signage manufacturing and installation contract to Onsite Sign Group for $218,330 plus GST, with a 13% contingency of $28,382.90, funded by the Regional Air Transportation Initiative. Council also approved 2022 Tobacco Reduction Grant allocations totaling $27,900 to four organizations, and appointed Sarah Sklapsky to a second three-year term on the Lloydminster Public Library Board. All motions were carried unanimously.

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Thu Jan 6, 2022 · 1:30 PM

Special Council

Council to pick site for new event arena

This special council meeting focuses on selecting a site for a new event arena. Council will consider a recommendation to approve the East Site, contingent on an Area Structure Plan, and to continue evaluating other sites for economic viability. The meeting also includes an in-camera session and standard procedural items.

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✓ Decided: Council approves East Site for new event arena

Council approved the East Site for the new event arena, located within a specified lot in Lloydminster, Saskatchewan, contingent on Area Structure Plan approval. Council also directed administration to continue evaluating additional sites for economic viability. The meeting was otherwise procedural, with agenda approval and adjournment.

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