Spruce Grove public meetings in 2021

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove City Council is meeting to consider several items, including first readings of four bylaws related to land use amendments and a road closure, as well as financial reports and council remuneration. The agenda also includes a delegation from Edmonton Global and a closed session. No decisions are final until later readings.

• First reading of Bylaw C-1169-21: North Central Area Structure Plan Amendment
• First reading of Bylaw C-1176-21: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Easton Stage 3
• First reading of Bylaw C-1177-21: Road closure under Plan 212 2013
• First reading of Bylaw C-1178-21: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Deer Park Commercial Expansion
• Q3-2021 Financial Report and 2021 Operating Carry Forward Requests

Council unanimously approved a $906,900 capital contribution from 2021 municipal surplus to an internally restricted reserve for the Meridian Housing Foundation to fund a 102-unit lodge. They also approved the 2021 operating carry forward requests and continued honorarium rates for council members on internal boards, with one opposed. First readings were given to four bylaws, including a land use amendment for Easton Stage 3 and a road closure. The meeting included a COVID-19 update and a delegation from Edmonton Global.

• Approved $906,900 capital contribution to Meridian Housing Foundation for 102-unit lodge (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 operating carry forward requests (unanimous)
• Continued honorarium rates for council members on internal boards (6-1)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1169-21 North Central Area Structure Plan Amendment (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1176-21 Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Easton Stage 3 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1177-21 Road Closure – Portion of Road Under Plan 212 2013 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1178-21 Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Deer Park Commercial Expansion (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove City Council is meeting to handle routine approvals, public hearings, and several bylaws. Key items include third reading of the 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw and the Subdivision Authority Bylaw, plus first and second reading of an amendment to the Community Road Safety Advisory Committee Bylaw. Council will also hear a presentation from the City Centre Business Association and consider motions on a lobbyist registry and honorarium disclosure.

• Third reading of C-1175-21 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw
• Third reading of C-1179-21 Subdivision Authority Bylaw
• First and second reading of C-1180-21 Community Road Safety Advisory Committee Bylaw Amendment
• Motion on Lobbyist Registry
• Motion on Honorarium Disclosure

Council unanimously adopted the amended 2022-2024 Corporate Plan and approved the 2022 budget with operating revenues of $94,483,800 and operating expenses of $91,282,571, excluding the proposed Civic Centre Development project. Council also approved the 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw and the Subdivision Authority Bylaw at third reading, and gave first and second reading to the Community Road Safety Advisory Committee Bylaw amendment. A motion to research a lobbyist registry was defeated 1-6, while a motion to disclose all council honorariums in quarterly expense reports was carried unanimously. Council also supported the concept of a 102-unit support living lodge by Meridian Housing Foundation, without committing to capital funding.

• Adopted the amended 2022-2024 Corporate Plan and approved the 2022 budget (Resolution 275-21).
• Approved the 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw C-1175-21 at third reading (Resolution 268-21).
• Approved the Subdivision Authority Bylaw C-1179-21 at third reading (Resolution 269-21).
• Gave first and second reading to the Community Road Safety Advisory Committee Bylaw amendment C-1180-21 (Resolutions 270-21, 271-21).
• Approved the Spruce Grove City Centre Business Association's proposed 2022 budget (Resolution 264-21).
• Appointed Dr. Ron Haines as Treasurer and Alana Tollenaar as Director of the City Centre Business Association (Resolution 265-21).
• Supported the concept and exploration of the Meridian Housing Foundation Spruce Grove Lodge development (Resolution 267-21).
• Defeated a motion to research a lobbyist registry (Resolution 272-21, 1-6).

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove City Council is meeting to consider first and second reading of the 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw and a Subdivision Authority Bylaw, and will hear a public delegation from Action on Smoking and Health about enhancing the smoking bylaw. The agenda also includes consent agenda, minutes, and information items.

• C-1175-21 - 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw - First and Second Reading
• C-1179-21 - Subdivision Authority Bylaw - First and Second Reading
• Public Delegation - Action on Smoking and Health - Enhancing the Smoking Bylaw
• Minutes - November 1, 2021 Inaugural Meeting and Regular Council Meeting
• Various Boards and Committee Meeting Minutes

Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, which included approving the November 1 meeting minutes and giving first reading to both the 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw (C-1175-21) and the Subdivision Authority Bylaw (C-1179-21). Council then unanimously passed second reading for both bylaws. Council also received a public delegation from Action on Smoking and Health about enhancing the smoking bylaw, and heard a public question about a new high school, which administration said is a provincial decision. Two notices of motion were given by Councillor Stevenson: one to disclose council honorariums in quarterly expense reports starting in 2022, and another to have administration research a potential lobbyist registry.

• Approved consent agenda including Nov 1 minutes and first reading of two bylaws (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw C-1175-21 (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Subdivision Authority Bylaw C-1179-21 (unanimous)
• Received delegation from ASH Canada on enhancing smoking bylaw (no action)
• Heard public question on new high school; administration noted provincial decision
• Noted notice of motion to disclose council honorariums in 2022
• Noted notice of motion to research lobbyist registry by Q1 2022

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting over three days to review the recommended 2022-2024 Corporate Plan. The agenda includes a presentation and discussion of the plan, followed by a closed session on the same topic. No other substantive business items are listed.

• 2022-2024 Recommended Corporate Plan - November 8 2021
• 2022-2024 Recommended Corporate Plan.pdf
• November 8-10 CoW Recommended Corporate Plan Presentation.pdf
• Closed session on 2022-2024 Recommended Corporate Plan

The Committee of the Whole reviewed the 2022-2024 Recommended Corporate Plan over three sessions and unanimously recommended it to Council with several amendments, including delaying the bi-weekly waste collection business case by one year, moving forward with the City Centre Storefront Improvement Program contingent on unspent funds, and adding an Indigenous impact review to the bylaw and policy review. Additional recommendations included reports on fire services staffing, an orchard viability study, two new murals, a youth transit pass program, accessibility costs, and the airport opportunity fund. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Recommended 2022-2024 Corporate Plan to Council with amendments (unanimous)
• Delayed bi-weekly waste collection business case by one year (unanimous)
• Moved forward City Centre Storefront Improvement Program contingent on unspent funds (unanimous)
• Added Indigenous impact review to bylaw and policy review (unanimous)
• Directed report on fire services staffing model for Q1 2022 (unanimous)
• Directed review of orchard viability for Q1 2022 (unanimous)
• Directed funding for two new murals in 2022 (unanimous)
• Directed report on youth transit pass program viability (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Spruce Grove Regular Council meeting on November 1, 2021 includes a delegation from the RCMP presenting a report, a Section 347 request for tax roll 000365, and an appointment to the Yellowhead Regional Library. The agenda also includes consent agenda, minutes, and information items, with no public hearings scheduled.

• RCMP delegation and report presentation
• Section 347 Request - Tax Roll 000365
• Yellowhead Regional Library Appointment
• Consent Agenda and minutes approval
• Information items: Tri Municipal Leisure Facility Corporation board minutes

Council unanimously confirmed the balance owing for tax roll #000365 and encouraged the taxpayer to enroll in the monthly payment plan. They also appointed Wayne Rothe to the Yellowhead Regional Library board for a two-year term. The meeting included an RCMP crime statistics update and a public question about the toboggan hill at Victoria Park, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Confirmed balance owing for tax roll #000365 and encouraged monthly payment plan (unanimous)
• Appointed Wayne Rothe to Yellowhead Regional Library board, Nov 1, 2021 to Oct 31, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and board/committee minutes (unanimous)

Inaugural Council Meeting

This is the inaugural council meeting for Spruce Grove, AB, where the new council will set its 2021-2022 meeting schedule, make board and committee appointments, and appoint deputy mayors for the 2021-2025 term. The agenda includes a swearing-in ceremony for Deputy Mayor Stevenson. No other substantive business is listed.

• 2021-2022 Council and Committee of the Whole meeting dates
• 2021-2022 board and committee appointments (external and internal)
• 2021-2025 deputy mayor appointments
• Swearing-in ceremony for Deputy Mayor Stevenson

The inaugural meeting of Spruce Grove City Council was held on November 1, 2021. Council unanimously approved the 2021-2022 meeting calendar, board and committee appointments, and the 2021-2025 Deputy Mayor appointments. Councillor Stuart Houston was appointed to the Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission for a two-year term, and Councillor Stevenson was sworn in as Deputy Mayor for November 1, 2021 to February 28, 2022.

• Adopted meeting calendar for 2021-2022 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 external and internal board/committee appointments (unanimous)
• Appointed Councillor Stuart Houston to Edmonton Metropolitan Transit Services Commission, Nov 1 2021 - Oct 31 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2025 Deputy Mayor appointments (unanimous)
• Swore in Councillor Stevenson as Deputy Mayor for Nov 1 2021 - Feb 28 2022

Swearing In Ceremony

This is a ceremonial regular council meeting focused on the swearing-in of council members, the mayor's inaugural speech, a poppy presentation, and remarks from the outgoing mayor. No substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Swearing-in ceremony for council members
• Mayoral inaugural speech
• Poppy presentation
• Outgoing mayor presentation

The ceremony formally swore in Mayor Acker and the newly elected councillors for the 2021-2025 term. No policy decisions were made; the meeting was ceremonial, including the mayor's inaugural speech, a poppy presentation, and a tribute to outgoing Mayor Houston.

• Swore in Mayor Acker
• Swore in newly elected Councillors

Regular Council Meeting

The Spruce Grove Regular Council meeting on October 12, 2021, includes public hearings and second/third readings for five bylaws covering land-use amendments, a road closure, and redistricting. Council will also consider a motion on a Community Banner Initiative and receive updates, including a COVID-19 update. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major budget or contract items listed.

• Public hearing and second/third reading for Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1167-21 (Section 126A SE - Sports and Entertainment District)
• Public hearing and second/third reading for Road Closure C-1171-21 (SW 1-53-27-W4)
• Public hearing and second/third reading for Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1172-21 (Ball Park District Stage 1)
• Public hearing and second/third reading for Deer Park Commercial Redistricting C-1170-21
• Public hearing and second/third reading for Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1168-21 (Drive Through Business, Plan 142 2641, Block 1, Lot 1)

Council gave second and third reading to five bylaws: a land-use amendment for a Sports and Entertainment District, a road closure, a Ball Park District land-use amendment, a Deer Park Commercial redistricting, and a drive-through business land-use amendment. All passed unanimously except the drive-through bylaw, which passed with one opposed vote. Council also approved up to $12,000 from 2021 council contingency for banner hardware for a community banner initiative.

• Approved Bylaw C-1167-21 (Sports and Entertainment District land-use amendment) - unanimous
• Approved Bylaw C-1171-21 (Road closure SW 1-53-27-W4) - unanimous
• Approved Bylaw C-1172-21 (Ball Park District Stage 1 land-use amendment) - unanimous
• Approved Bylaw C-1170-21 (Deer Park Commercial redistricting) - unanimous
• Approved Bylaw C-1168-21 (Drive-through business land-use amendment) - carried, 1 opposed
• Approved up to $12,000 from 2021 council contingency for community banner initiative - unanimous

Regular Council Meeting

This is a regular council meeting with several delegation presentations, including FACTSnet on public engagement, the Community Road Safety Advisory Committee's recommendations, the Economic Development Advisory Committee's reports on industrial land strategy and red tape reduction, and the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre's 2020 annual report and 2022 budget. Council will also consider the consent agenda, approve previous minutes, receive a COVID-19 update, and hold a closed session for the 2021 Community Spirit Award and Subdivision and Development Appeal Board appointments. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda itself.

• Delegation: FACTSnet - Collaborative Community Model of Public Engagement
• Delegation: Community Road Safety Advisory Committee - Recommendations to Council
• Delegation: Economic Development Advisory Committee - Industrial Land Strategy and Red Tape Reduction Recommendations
• Delegation: TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre - 2020 Annual Report and 2022 Budget Presentation
• Closed session: 2021 Community Spirit Award and 2021 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Appointments

Council unanimously approved the appointment of nine new members to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board for a three-year term starting October 1, 2021, and amended the current board's term to end October 15, 2021. Council also approved the 2021 Community Spirit Award recipient in closed session. Several reports and presentations were received as information, and a notice of motion was given for a community banner initiative.

• Appointed nine members to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (unanimous)
• Amended current SDAB term to end October 15, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Community Spirit Award recipient (unanimous)
• Received FACTSnet presentation as information (unanimous)
• Directed administration to bring back amendments to Community Road Safety Advisory Committee bylaw (unanimous)
• Referred EDAC reports on Industrial Land Strategy and Red Tape Reduction to administration (unanimous)
• Received TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre 2020 Annual Report and 2022 Budget as information (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 update as information (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove City Council is meeting virtually to consider several land use bylaw amendments, including a public hearing on election sign regulations, and to receive a 2022 budget presentation from the Public Library Board. The agenda also includes a second quarter financial report, a road closure bylaw, and a delegation from the Agricultural Society for its 50th anniversary. Most items are at first or third reading stage, meaning they are proposals under consideration rather than final decisions.

• Public hearing on C-1173-21, Land Use Bylaw amendment on election signs
• Third reading of C-1161-21, Land Use Bylaw amendment for Prescott Stage 9
• First reading of C-1167-21, Sports and Entertainment District (Section 126A SE)
• First reading of C-1168-21, Drive Through Business (Plan 142 2641, Block 1, Lot 1)
• First reading of C-1171-21, Road closure for SW 1-53-27-W4

Council unanimously gave third reading to the Prescott Stage 9 land use bylaw amendment, finalizing the zoning change. It also approved first reading for several other land use amendments and a road closure, and passed a bylaw regulating election signs. A motion to require verbal committee reports was withdrawn and replaced with a directive for administration to report on options.

• Approved third reading of C-1161-21 (Prescott Stage 9) unanimously
• Approved first reading of C-1167-21 (Sports and Entertainment District) via consent agenda
• Approved first reading of C-1168-21 (Drive Through Business) via consent agenda
• Approved first reading of C-1170-21 (Deer Park Commercial) via consent agenda
• Approved first reading of C-1172-21 (Ball Park District Stage 1) via consent agenda
• Approved first reading of C-1171-21 (Road Closure SW 1-53-27-W4) via consent agenda
• Approved second and third reading of C-1173-21 (Election Signs) unanimously
• Directed administration to report on options for councillor committee reporting by end of Q4

Regular Council Meeting

This is a regular council meeting with several routine items and a few substantive decisions. Council will vote on the consent agenda, approve minutes, and consider third reading of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) bylaw, which would remove councillors from the board. They will also give first reading to a land use bylaw amendment allowing election signs to be displayed from 12:01 a.m. instead of noon on nomination day, and approve reserve bids and terms for the 2021 tax recovery public auction.

• Third reading of C-1163-21, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw, removing councillors from the board and electing a chair annually
• First reading of C-1173-21, Land Use Bylaw amendment to allow election signs from 12:01 a.m. on nomination day
• Approval of reserve bids and terms for the 2021 tax recovery public auction scheduled for November 17, 2021
• Approval of minutes from July 19, July 29, and August 16, 2021 meetings
• Public question and answer period with pre-registration required by August 23 at 12 p.m.

Council approved Option 2 as the preferred Main Street streetscape for detailed design and construction in the City Centre Area Redevelopment Project, after an amendment replaced the original Option 1. They also approved a wheelchair-accessible swing (up to $38,000) and an art mural (up to $4,000) from council contingency funds, and gave third reading to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw. A sustainable procurement policy statement was adopted, and reserve bids and terms for the 2021 tax recovery auction were approved.

• Approved Option 2 as preferred Main Street streetscape for City Centre Area Redevelopment (unanimous)
• Approved wheelchair-accessible swing at up to $38,000 from council contingency (unanimous)
• Approved art mural on McLaughlin/Nelson Homestead at up to $4,000 from council contingency (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw C-1163-21 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw (unanimous)
• Adopted sustainable procurement policy statement (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 tax recovery public auction reserve bids (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 tax recovery public auction terms and conditions (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1173-21 Election Signs (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is receiving three informational updates: a presentation from St. Michael's Health Group on its proposed 170-suite supported living facility at 260 Pioneer Road, a review of the Greenbury Planned Lot pilot project for zero side yard homes, and an overview of the City's recognition programs. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding the RCMP contract.

• St. Michael's Health Group proposes 170-suite senior living facility at 260 Pioneer Road, estimated $50 million, opening April/May 2023
• Greenbury Planned Lot pilot project review: 81 zero side yard dwellings approved, 70 occupied; semi-detached type not supported going forward
• Administration to bring Land Use Bylaw amendment to allow single detached zero side yard homes in R1 district
• City recognition programs review to be led by Community and Protective Services, report expected early 2022
• Closed session under FOIP section 25 regarding RCMP contract

The Committee of the Whole received three informational presentations: St. Michael's Health Group's proposed seniors accommodation project, the Greenbury Planned Lot Pilot Project update, and a summary of City recognition programs. All were received as information with unanimous votes. Council then entered closed session to discuss the RCMP contract, with no business arising afterward.

• Received St. Michael's Health Group seniors accommodation presentation as information (unanimous)
• Received Greenbury Planned Lot Pilot Project update as information (unanimous)
• Received City recognition programs summary as information (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session to discuss RCMP contract (unanimous)
• Moved out of closed session (unanimous)

Special Council Meeting

This special council meeting includes a closed session on economic development and broadband matters, followed by a business item on reallocating $4.25 million in Municipal Stimulus Funding. The proposed motion would use the grant for utility projects (Grove Meadows water/sewer rehab, industrial storm and water main work) and instead fund the industrial broadband project from the Utility Reserve. Council will also consider entering closed session for confidential advice on economic development and broadband.

• Closed session: Economic Development Matter - Walker (RFD-4383)
• Closed session: Broadband Update - Walker (RFD-4384)
• Reallocate $4.25M Municipal Stimulus Funding to Grove Meadows Water and Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation ($2,610,849), Industrial Storm Implementation ($844,000), and Industrial Water Main and Surface Rehab ($2,160,000)
• Use $4.25M from Utility Reserve to fund industrial broadband project
• Province rejected original broadband grant due to asset ownership; new application approved in principle

Council unanimously approved using $4.25 million of Municipal Stimulus Funding for the Grove Meadows Water and Sanitary Sewer Rehabilitation project and part of the Industrial Storm Implementation and Industrial Water Main and Surface Rehabilitation projects, offset by $4.25 million from the Utility Reserve for the Broadband project. Council also unanimously nominated Mayor Stuart Houston for the AUMA Distinguished Service Award. The meeting included a closed session for economic development and broadband updates.

• Approved $4.25M stimulus funding for water/sewer projects and utility reserve swap for broadband (unanimous)
• Nominated Mayor Stuart Houston for AUMA Distinguished Service Award (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session under FOIP s. 24 and s. 25 (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove Council is holding a public hearing and considering second and third reading of Bylaw C-1161-21 to redistrict about 5.7 hectares from Urban Reserve to residential for the Prescott neighbourhood. Council will also give third reading to the Development Fees and Fines Bylaw, which has been amended to reduce proposed fee increases. The agenda includes routine consent items, a mid-year update from the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre, and a public question period.

• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw C-1161-21: redistricting 5.7 ha near Pioneer Road and Prescott Boulevard for 93 single detached lots, 8 semi-detached lots, and one utility lot
• Third reading of C-1124-20 Development Fees and Fines Bylaw, amended to reduce proposed increases for new development to about 30%
• Approval of June 28, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
• TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre 2021 mid-year update on financials and activities
• Public question and answer period with pre-registration required

Council gave third reading to Bylaw C-1124-20, the Development Fees and Fines Bylaw, as amended, with Councillor Stevenson opposed. It also gave second reading to Bylaw C-1161-21 (Prescott Stage 9 redistricting) and Bylaw C-1163-21 (Subdivision and Development Appeal Board), and second and third reading to Bylaw C-1166-21 (2021 Fees and Charges Amendment). Council approved motions to prepare addendums to tax agreements to reflect tax penalty changes effective January 1, 2022, and to waive related charges.

• Approved consent agenda including June 28, 2021 minutes and board/committee minutes.
• Received TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre 2021 mid-year update as information.
• Received COVID-19 pandemic update as information.
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1161-21 (Prescott Stage 9 redistricting).
• Gave third reading to Bylaw C-1124-20 (Development Fees and Fines) as amended, with one opposed.
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1163-21 (Subdivision and Development Appeal Board).
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw C-1166-21 (2021 Fees and Charges Amendment).
• Directed administration to prepare addendums to tax agreements for tax rolls #001534 and #002551, and to waive related charges.

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove Council will hold public hearings on two land use bylaw amendments for residential development in Jesperdale and Copperhaven, and consider repealing the temporary mandatory face coverings bylaw. The agenda also includes approval of minutes, a consent agenda, and a presentation from the Allied Arts Council on their 2020 annual report.

• C-1155-21: Repeal of Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw - all three readings
• C-1159-21: Land Use Bylaw amendment redistricting 6.5 ha in Jesperdale Stage 8 and 10 to residential and parks
• C-1160-21: Land Use Bylaw amendment redistricting 1.57 ha in Copperhaven Stage 5 to residential
• Allied Arts Council 2020 Annual Report presentation; $22,500 city contribution for 2021
• Approval of minutes from June 14, 21, and 22, 2021 meetings

Council gave final reading to Bylaw C-1155-21, repealing the Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw, and approved a $79,093 funding request for the City's Year 1 contribution to the Air Services Opportunity Fund. Council also gave second and third reading to land use bylaw amendments for Jesperdale Stage 8 and 10 and Copperhaven Stage 5, and approved the Reserves and Accumulated Surplus Policy. The meeting included a public question period about cat control and mask requirements, and a closed session on advice from officials.

• Repealed Temporary Mandatory Face Coverings Bylaw (C-1155-21) with third reading carried.
• Approved $79,093 for Year 1 contribution to Air Services Opportunity Fund from 2021 surplus.
• Directed a report by Q1 2022 on second and third year contributions to Air Services Opportunity Fund.
• Gave second and third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Jesperdale Stage 8 and 10 (C-1159-21).
• Gave second and third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Copperhaven Stage 5 (C-1160-21).
• Approved Reserves and Accumulated Surplus Policy (CP-1034-21) as presented.
• Approved Option #2 as preferred McLeod Avenue Streetscape for detailed design and construction.
• Approved 2021 awards of excellence committee recommendations as amended.

Special Council Meeting

The City Council is scheduled to receive a presentation regarding the completed Tri-Municipal Regional Plan. This collaborative initiative involves the City of Spruce Grove, Parkland County, and the Town of Stony Plain.

• Presentation of the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan final report

The Special Council Meeting was held virtually on June 22, 2021. Council unanimously adopted the agenda and received the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan final report as information, thanking Mr. Dave McGarva of Tantus Solutions for his presentation. No bylaws were scheduled, and no closed session was held. The meeting adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

• Adopted the agenda as presented (unanimously carried).
• Received the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan final report as information (unanimously carried).
• Thanked Mr. Dave McGarva of Tantus Solutions for his presentation (unanimously carried).
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m. (unanimously carried).

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss three information items: a social and sustainable procurement primer seeking policy direction, the 2020 Protective Services Annual Report, and the 2020 Automated Traffic Enforcement Annual Report. No binding decisions are expected; the proposed motions are to receive the reports as information.

• Social and Sustainable Procurement primer (RFD-4348) presented by Tania Shepherd, Corporate Services
• 2020 Protective Services Annual Report (RFD-4192) presented by Fire Chief Robert Kosterman
• 2020 Automated Traffic Enforcement Annual Report (RFD-4193) presented by Fire Chief Robert Kosterman
• Proposed sustainable procurement policy statement and objectives included in primer

The Committee of the Whole received four reports as information: a COVID-19 pandemic update, a social and sustainable procurement report (with a directive for administration to provide a recommended policy statement), the 2020 Protective Services Annual Report, and the 2020 Automated Traffic Enforcement Annual Report. All motions were carried unanimously. No bylaws were considered, and no closed session was held.

• Received the COVID-19 Pandemic Update Report as information (unanimously carried).
• Received the social and sustainable procurement report as information and directed administration to provide a recommended policy statement (unanimously carried).
• Received the 2020 Protective Services Annual Report as information (unanimously carried).
• Received the 2020 Automated Traffic Enforcement Annual Report as information (unanimously carried).

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove Council is holding three public hearings on proposed bylaw amendments: two related land-use changes for a new commercial and entertainment area (including a baseball stadium) on the city's east side, and one to allow alcohol sales at 5 Spruce Village Way. Council will also consider second and third readings of these bylaws, plus routine consent agenda items like meeting minutes.

• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw C-1153-21: MDP amendment for ~22 ha at SW 1-53-27-W4 (north of Highway 16A) to add Vehicle Oriented Commercial and Open Space
• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw C-1152-21: East Pioneer ASP amendment for sports recreation/entertainment area (baseball stadium complex) and commercial lands along Highway 16A
• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw C-1154-21: site-specific LUB amendment to allow Alcohol Sales, Minor at 5 Spruce Village Way (administration does not support)
• Consent agenda includes approval of May 25, 2021 minutes and first reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment - Redistricting (Prescott Stage 9)
• COVID-19 Pandemic Update from administration

Council gave final reading to the Municipal Development Plan Amendment for SW 1-53-27-W4 and the East Pioneer Area Structure Plan Amendment, and passed the Non-Profit Organization Exemption Bylaw. A proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment to allow alcohol sales at 5 Spruce Village Way was defeated. Council also directed administration to draft a tax penalty amendment and approved a fence painting initiative.

• Approved second and third reading of Bylaw C-1153-21 (Municipal Development Plan Amendment – SW 1-53-27-W4).
• Approved second and third reading of Bylaw C-1152-21 (East Pioneer Area Structure Plan Amendment – Southeast Lands).
• Defeated second reading of Bylaw C-1154-21 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Alcohol Sales, 5 Spruce Village Way).
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1161-21 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Redistricting – Prescott Stage 9) on consent.
• Approved first, second, and third reading of Bylaw C-1165-21 (Non-Profit Organization Exemption Bylaw).
• Directed administration to draft an amendment to the 2021 Fees and Charges Bylaw for tax penalty changes.
• Approved a Spruce Up Spruce Fence Painting Initiative at a cost of up to $3,500 from Council Contingency.
• Deferred the Air Services Opportunity Fund decision to the June 28, 2021 meeting.

Regular Council Meeting

The Spruce Grove Regular Council Meeting on May 25, 2021, includes a public hearing and second/third readings for a land use bylaw amendment (C-1148-21) to redistrict about 0.9 ha in Tonewood Stage 8 from Urban Reserve to residential. Council will also consider first reading of an East Pioneer Area Structure Plan amendment (C-1152-21) for a sports and entertainment area, and other routine items on the consent agenda.

• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw C-1148-21: redistrict 0.9 ha in Tonewood Stage 8 from UR to R1 residential
• First reading of Bylaw C-1152-21: East Pioneer ASP amendment for sports recreation and entertainment area (baseball stadium) and commercial lands along Highway 16A
• Consent agenda includes first readings for C-1153-21 (MDP amendment), C-1159-21 (Jesperdale LUB amendment), C-1160-21 (Copperhaven Stage 5 redistricting)
• 2021-Q1 Quarterly Report and Financial Summary to be accepted as information
• COVID-19 Pandemic Update by Wolanski

Council unanimously gave second and third reading to Bylaw C-1148-21, rezoning Tonewood Stage 8, and approved first reading for four other land-use amendments on the consent agenda. A Section 347 tax arrears request was referred back to administration, and Council directed a review of penalty policies for tax arrears properties. No public submissions were received for the public hearing.

• Approved second and third reading of Bylaw C-1148-21 (Tonewood Stage 8 rezoning) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1152-21 (East Pioneer Area Structure Plan Amendment) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1153-21 (Municipal Development Plan Amendment) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1159-21 (Jesperdale Stage 8 and 10 rezoning) (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw C-1160-21 (Copperhaven Stage 5 rezoning) (unanimous)
• Referred Section 347 Request (Roll 001534) back to administration for further review (unanimous)
• Directed administration to review policy on penalties for tax arrears properties and report back (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 update and Q1 2021 financial report as information (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole received three informational reports—an RCMP update, a COVID-19 pandemic update, and a COVID-19 recovery progress report—all accepted unanimously as information. No bylaws were scheduled, and no substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural only.

• Received RCMP report as information (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 pandemic update as information (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 recovery progress report as information (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Spruce Grove City Council is holding a regular meeting with a public hearing and several land use bylaw amendments. The main items are redistricting land for new residential stages in Harvest Ridge, Tonewood, and McLaughlin neighbourhoods, which would allow for new housing development. The meeting also includes routine approval of minutes and a consent agenda.

• Public hearing for Bylaw C-1150-21: redistrict 2.82 ha in Harvest Ridge Stage 19 from Urban Reserve to R1 (residential) and P1 (parks)
• Second and third reading of Bylaw C-1150-21 for Harvest Ridge Stage 19 (2.74 ha R1, 0.08 ha P1)
• Third reading of Bylaw C-1149-21 for Tonewood Stage 9: redistrict 4.3 ha (1.9 ha R1, 2.4 ha P1)
• Third reading of Bylaw C-1151-21 for McLaughlin Stage 6: redistrict 2.0 ha (1.9 ha R1, 0.1 ha P1)
• Consent agenda includes approval of April 26, 2021 minutes and first reading of C-1154-21 (Spruce Village alcohol sales)

Council gave third reading to land use bylaw amendments for Tonewood Stage 9, Harvest Ridge Stage 19, and McLaughlin Stage 6, and gave first reading to an amendment allowing alcohol sales at 5 Spruce Village Way. It also passed the 2021 property tax rate bylaw and agreed to second a resolution on a national early learning and care program. All votes were unanimous.

• Third reading given to Bylaw C-1149-21 (Tonewood Stage 9) (unanimous)
• Second and third reading given to Bylaw C-1150-21 (Harvest Ridge Stage 19) (unanimous)
• Third reading given to Bylaw C-1151-21 (McLaughlin Stage 6) (unanimous)
• First reading given to Bylaw C-1154-21 (Alcohol Sales, 5 Spruce Village Way) (unanimous)
• Second and third reading given to Bylaw C-1158-21 (2021 Property Tax and Supplementary Tax Rate Bylaw) (unanimous)
• Approved acting as seconder for AUMA resolution on national early learning and care program (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove Council is meeting to consider several land-use bylaws, including public hearings for redistricting in Greenbury, Tonewood, and McLaughlin neighbourhoods, followed by potential second and third readings. The council will also vote on reducing its operating line of credit from $30 million to $5 million and on the property tax rate bylaw. The agenda includes routine consent items and a public question period.

• Public hearing for C-1147-21: redistrict 0.2 ha in Greenbury Stage 11A from GPL to R1
• Public hearing for C-1149-21: redistrict 4.3 ha in Tonewood Stage 9 from UR to R1 and P1
• Public hearing for C-1151-21: redistrict 2.0 ha in McLaughlin Stage 6 from UR to R1 and P1
• Third reading of C-1144-21 to reduce operating line of credit from $30M to $5M
• First reading of C-1158-21 Property Tax and Supplementary Property Tax Rate Bylaw

Council directed administration to proceed with preliminary design of a Civic Centre and approved entering negotiations to purchase 8.5 acres of serviced land in Westwind for the project, with a $847,500 budget for land acquisition. Council also approved Meridian Housing Foundation borrowing up to $2.1 million for office space in Stony Plain. Several land use bylaws for residential stages received readings, and the 2020 audited financial statements were approved.

• Approved preliminary design of Civic Centre (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiations to purchase 8.5 acres in Westwind for Civic Centre and Park and Ride (unanimous)
• Approved $847,500 budget for land acquisition from accumulated surplus (unanimous)
• Approved Meridian Housing Foundation borrowing up to $2,100,000 for office space in Stony Plain (unanimous)
• Approved 2020 audited consolidated financial statements (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Operating Line of Credit Borrowing Bylaw C-1141-21 (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Greenbury Stage 11A (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendments for Tonewood Stage 9 and McLaughlin Stage 6 (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive updates and presentations, including a poetry reading by a young local poet, the annual report on the community garden, and an update on the city's greenhouse gas emissions. The committee will also receive a COVID-19 pandemic update. No binding decisions are expected; the items are for information and discussion.

• Poetry reading by 9-year-old Tor Carter to recognize poet Tor Carter
• Community Garden Annual Report from Spruce Grove and District Agricultural Society; 5-year license extension to Dec 1, 2026 discussed
• 2018-2019 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update: 2019 total emissions 448,733 tCO2eq (12.0 tCO2eq/person); LED streetlight savings $51,647 and 561 tCO2eq in 2019
• COVID-19 Pandemic Update by Wolanski

The Committee of the Whole received three informational updates: a COVID-19 pandemic status report, the Community Garden Annual Report from the Spruce Grove and District Agricultural Society, and the 2018-2019 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update and Analysis. All items were received as information and carried unanimously. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting was procedural.

• Adopted meeting agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Welcomed and thanked poet Tor Carter for poetry reading (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 Pandemic Update as information (unanimous)
• Received Community Garden Annual Report and thanked Agricultural Society (unanimous)
• Received 2018-2019 Greenhouse Gas Inventory Update and Analysis as information (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:27 p.m. (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

The Spruce Grove Regular Council Meeting on April 12, 2021, includes several routine items and key decisions. Council will consider third reading of a borrowing bylaw for $2.4 million in utility upgrades in the City Centre, second reading of a bylaw to reduce the operating line of credit from $30 million to $5 million, and third reading of an updated Elections Bylaw. They will also receive a progress update on the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan and hear a COVID-19 update.

• Third reading of Bylaw C-1143-21: authorizes borrowing up to $2.4 million for watermain, sanitary, and storm upgrades in the City Centre, including McLeod Avenue and Columbus Park.
• Second reading of Bylaw C-1144-21: reduces the operating line of credit limit from $30 million to $5 million with CIBC.
• Third reading of Bylaw C-1145-21: updates the Elections Bylaw to comply with the Local Authorities Election Act.
• Consent agenda includes approval of March 22, 2021 minutes and first reading of Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Harvest Ridge Stage 19 redistricting.
• Council delegation: Tri-Municipal Regional Plan project update from Tantus Solutions.

Council approved the 2021 final operating budget with revenues of $87,954,292 and expenses of $86,037,357, and the final capital budget with revenues of $25,600,934 and expenses of $35,005,709, both compared to the November 23, 2020 budget. A net transfer from reserves of $7,488,380 was also approved. Several bylaws received readings, including the City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan borrowing bylaw (third reading) and the Operating Line of Credit borrowing bylaw (second reading).

• Approved 2021 Final Operating Budget ($87,954,292 revenues, $86,037,357 expenses) (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Final Capital Budget ($25,600,934 revenues, $35,005,709 expenses) (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Final Net Transfer from Reserves of $7,488,380 (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw C-1143-21 (City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan borrowing) (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1144-21 (Operating Line of Credit borrowing) (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw C-1145-21 (Elections Bylaw) (unanimous)
• Amended and gave third reading to Bylaw C-1146-21 (Non Profit Community Organization Exemption) adding Meridian Housing Foundation (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw C-1150-21 (Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Harvest Ridge Stage 19) (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council is reviewing a borrowing bylaw for watermain, sanitary, and storm upgrades in the City Centre area. The body is also considering a reduction of the City's operating line of credit and the 2021 Economic Development Advisory Committee work plan.

• Bylaw C-1143-21: Borrowing up to $2.4 million for City Centre area infrastructure upgrades
• Bylaw C-1144-21: Reducing operating line of credit limit from $30.0 million to $5.0 million
• Bylaw C-1145-21: Second reading of the Elections Bylaw
• Land Use Bylaw Amendments for Greenbury Stage 11A, Tonewood Stage 9, and McLaughlin Stage 6
• Approval of the Economic Development Advisory Committee 2021 Work Plan

Council directed administration to proceed with Columbus Park Redevelopment construction as presented, adding a drinking fountain and underground servicing for future amenities. Council also endorsed the federal 988 suicide prevention crisis line initiative and approved several bylaws, including borrowing and land use amendments. Appointments to the Assessment Review Board and a collective agreement rollover were also approved.

• Approved Columbus Park Redevelopment construction as presented, with amendments adding a drinking fountain and underground servicing for future amenities.
• Endorsed the federal 988 suicide prevention crisis line initiative and directed sending a support letter to local MP, MLA, Federal Minister of Health, CRTC, and local municipalities.
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1143-21 (Support to City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan Borrowing Bylaw).
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1145-21 (Elections Bylaw).
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1146-21 (Non Profit Community Organization Exemption Bylaw).
• Approved first reading for several bylaws on the consent agenda, including operating line of credit, business improvement area tax, and land use amendments for Greenbury, Tonewood, and McLaughlin stages.
• Approved the Economic Development Advisory Committee 2021 Work Plan.
• Appointed Darlene Chartrand, Tina Groszko, Stewart Hennig, Richard Knowles, and Raymond Ralph to the Assessment Review Board, with Raymond Ralph as Chairman, and approved a collective agreement rollover with IUOE Local No. 955.

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove City Council is meeting to consider several items, including third reading of a land use bylaw for the Greenbury Stage 11 development, first readings of a new elections bylaw and a non-profit property tax exemption bylaw, and approval of previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a public question period and a COVID-19 update.

• Third reading of Bylaw C-1068-19 to redistrict 2.13 ha in Greenbury Stage 11 from Urban Reserve to Greenbury Planned Lot and Parks districts, enabling ~41 residential lots
• First reading of Bylaw C-1145-21 (Elections Bylaw) to align with provincial election law changes, including nomination day timing and payment options
• First reading of Bylaw C-1146-21 to grant a property tax exemption to St. Michael's Grove Manor at 260 Pioneer Road for up to three years of construction
• Approval of February 22, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
• Public Question and Answer Period with pre-registration required by March 8 at 12 p.m.

Council approved Option A as the preferred design for the Spruce Grove-Stony Plain trail connection, with construction in 2021 and a budget not to exceed $300,000. They also directed administration to work with Stony Plain on a second trail connection, including a preliminary design and a spring budget adjustment of up to $50,000. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Option A for Spruce Grove-Stony Plain trail connection (unanimous)
• Directed administration to work with Stony Plain on second trail connection (unanimous)
• Approved spring budget adjustment up to $50,000 for second trail design (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw C-1068-19 Greenbury Stage 11 redistricting (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Elections Bylaw C-1145-21 (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Non-profit Community Organization Exemption Bylaw C-1146-21 (unanimous)
• Authorized cancellation of uncollectible Business Improvement Area levies for 2018-2020 (unanimous)
• Cancelled March 15, 2021 Committee of the Whole meeting (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider third reading of the Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw, which would ban retail plastic bags, plastic straws, and polystyrene takeout containers starting January 1, 2022. Council will also vote on authorizing the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre to use its Operations Reserve to cover a $531,774 operating deficit from 2020. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and first reading of a borrowing bylaw for the City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan.

• Third reading of C-1109-20 Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw
• TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre 2020 deficit of $531,774 to be covered by Operations Reserve
• First reading of C-1143-21 Support to City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan Borrowing Bylaw
• Approval of February 8 and February 16, 2021 meeting minutes
• Public question and answer period with pre-registration required

Council gave third reading to the Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw and the Easton Stage 1 redistricting bylaw, approved the Easton Stage 1 Development Agreement, and authorized the TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre to use its Operations Reserve for the 2020 deficit. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 8 minutes and first reading of City Centre borrowing bylaw (unanimous)
• Authorized TransAlta Tri Leisure Centre to use Operations Reserve for 2020 deficit (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw C-1109-20 (unanimous)
• Approved Easton Stage 1 Development Agreement (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Land Use Bylaw Amendment C-1137-20 for Easton Stage 1 redistricting (unanimous)
• Approved Property Tax Distribution Policy CP-1033-21 (unanimous)
• Approved revised 2020-2021 External Board and Committee Appointments (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Spruce Grove Committee of the Whole is meeting to receive information presentations on three topics: the Tri-Regional Homelessness and Poverty Initiative, the City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan update, and the City Centre Parking Management Plan. No formal decisions are proposed; the items are for information and discussion.

• Tri-Regional Homelessness and Poverty Initiative presentation by Erin Rutherford, including new 'Hope&Home' branding
• City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan update: 2021 work includes detailed design of McLeod Avenue and Main Street revitalization and Columbus Park redevelopment
• City Centre Parking Management Plan by Bunt & Associates: short-term strategies include time restrictions and shared parking; long-term includes market pricing and new public parking
• Columbus Park expected to be operational by winter 2021/2022; McLeod Avenue and Main Street above-ground work planned for 2022

The Committee of the Whole received four informational updates, all carried unanimously: the COVID-19 pandemic status, the Tri-Regional Homelessness and Poverty Initiative, the City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan, and the City Centre Parking Management Plan. No formal decisions were made; all items were received as information only.

• Received COVID-19 Pandemic Update as information (unanimous)
• Received Tri-Regional Homelessness and Poverty Initiative Presentation as information (unanimous)
• Received City Centre Area Redevelopment Plan Update as information (unanimous)
• Received City Centre Parking Management Plan as information (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove City Council is meeting to consider routine approvals and a delegation from the Community Road Safety Advisory Committee. The main item is second reading of Bylaw C-1109-20, which would ban plastic retail bags, polystyrene take-out containers, and plastic straws, with a fee on paper and reusable bags. The bylaw is scheduled for third reading on February 22, 2021, with a transition period until January 1, 2022.

• Second reading of Bylaw C-1109-20 - Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw
• Delegation: Community Road Safety Advisory Committee 2021 Work Plan
• Approval of January 25, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
• Consent agenda: various board and committee meeting minutes
• Public question and answer period

Council unanimously gave second reading to Bylaw C-1109-20, the Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw, and third reading to Bylaw C-1139-20, a land use bylaw amendment for the Prescott Direct Control District. The meeting also included receiving the Community Road Safety Advisory Committee's 2021 work plan and a COVID-19 update, with no public hearings or business items.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Jan 25 minutes and board/committee minutes (unanimous)
• Received Community Road Safety Advisory Committee 2021 Work Plan as information (unanimous)
• Received Mayor's update on Councillor Rothe's fitness achievement as information (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 pandemic update as information (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1109-20 Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw C-1139-20 Land Use Bylaw Amendment - Prescott Direct Control District (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

This regular council meeting includes the first reading of Bylaw C-1109-20, which would ban plastic retail bags, polystyrene take-out containers and cups, and plastic straws (with accessibility exemptions) in Spruce Grove. Council will also consider approving previous meeting minutes and a grant application for the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan. The agenda includes routine items like consent agenda, public question period, and administrative updates.

• First reading of Bylaw C-1109-20 - Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw, banning plastic bags, polystyrene containers, and plastic straws
• Approval of January 11, 2021 Regular Council Meeting Minutes and January 18, 2021 Committee of the Whole Meeting Minutes
• Alberta Community Partnership Program Grant Application for Tri-Municipal Regional Plan
• COVID-19 Pandemic Update by Screpnek
• Public Question and Answer Period with pre-registration by email or phone

Committee of the Whole Meeting

The Committee of the Whole is receiving updates and discussing several items, including a proposed bylaw to ban certain single-use plastics, an RCMP service update, and an industrial land strategy to address declining serviced land supply. The committee will also receive a COVID-19 pandemic update from administration.

• C-1109-20 - Single-use Items Reduction Bylaw: proposed ban on plastic retail bags, polystyrene containers/cups, and plastic straws, with fees on paper/reusable bags and exemptions for accessibility
• RCMP Presentation: Inspector Mike Lokken of Parkland RCMP Detachment to provide update on services
• Industrial Land Strategy: presented by Altus Group to address declining supply of serviced industrial land, especially parcels over 10 acres
• COVID-19 Pandemic Update from administration

The Committee of the Whole received informational updates on COVID-19, RCMP services, a proposed single-use items reduction bylaw, and an industrial land strategy. No binding decisions were made; all items were received as information. The meeting also included a closed session on personnel matters, with no business arising from it.

• Received COVID-19 pandemic update as information (unanimous)
• Received RCMP report as information (unanimous)
• Received presentation on proposed Bylaw C-1109-20 Single-use Items Reduction as information (unanimous)
• Received Industrial Land Strategy as information (unanimous)
• Extended meeting time past 11:00 p.m. if required (unanimous)
• Went into closed session under FOIP Act Section 17 (unanimous)
• Came out of closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 11:05 p.m. (unanimous)

Regular Council Meeting

Spruce Grove Council is holding public hearings and considering second readings for two land use bylaws: one to ease mobile vending regulations on private property, and another to create a new Direct Control District in Prescott for row housing with secondary suites. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items, minutes approval, and a COVID-19 update.

• Public hearing and second reading for Bylaw C-1133-20, removing development permit requirement for mobile vendors in certain districts
• Public hearing and second/third readings for Bylaw C-1139-20, creating DC.10 Prescott Direct Control District for 16 row housing units with secondary suites
• Approval of December 14, 2020 council minutes and various board/committee minutes
• COVID-19 pandemic update from administration

Council held public hearings and gave unanimous second reading to four bylaws: a mobile vending text amendment, a redistricting amendment for the Prescott Direct Control District, a business licence bylaw amendment, and a development fees and fines bylaw amendment. No public submissions were received for the mobile vending hearing, while eight written submissions were received for the Prescott redistricting hearing. Councillor Gruhlke also apologized for travelling outside the country over the holidays against public health advice.

• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including Dec 14, 2020 minutes and board/committee minutes (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1133-20 (mobile vending text amendment) (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1139-20 (Prescott Direct Control District redistricting) (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1135-20 (business licence bylaw amendment) (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw C-1134-20 (development fees and fines bylaw amendment) (unanimous)
• Received COVID-19 pandemic update as information (unanimous)
• Received Councillor Gruhlke's personal statement as information (unanimous)