County of Wetaskiwin, AB

Council General Meeting

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Council General Meeting

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Council General Meeting

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SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal regarding Discretionary Development Permit D26/102, which seeks approval with a variance. The meeting includes presentations from the Development Authority, appellant, and applicant, along with comments from affected persons.

• Hearing: Discretionary Development Permit D26/102 – Approval With Variance
• Review of SDAB meeting minutes from Oct 9, 2025, Dec 23, 2025, and Jan 8, 2026
• Presentations from Development Authority, Appellant, and Applicant
• Comments from affected persons in support and opposition of the appeal

Council General Meeting

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Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2026/35 correcting a legal description for a road closure, and to Bylaw 2026/33 removing municipal reserve designation from a county-owned parcel to allow future sale by tender. It also gave final reading to Bylaw 2026/32 on orange and meadow hawkweed, refused a subdivision application, and approved health and safety documents. Several items were accepted as information, and a closed session resulted in a directive to act on an economic development opportunity.

• Approved Bylaw 2026/35 (road closure correction) final reading (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2026/33 (remove reserve designation) final reading (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2026/32 (orange & meadow hawkweed) final reading (unanimous)
• Refused subdivision application RW/26/01 (unanimous)
• Approved Health & Safety Committee Terms of Reference (unanimous)
• Approved Health & Safety Program Statement as amended (unanimous)
• Directed administration to revise Transportation Master Plan scope at reduced budget (unanimous)
• Directed administration to act on economic development opportunity from closed session (unanimous)

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The board will review reports from the Director of Agricultural Services, Project Costing, Sustainable Agriculture, and Horticulturist, all with requests for decisions. They will also consider responses to provincial Agricultural Service Board resolutions and an update on the strychnine stewardship program.

• Director of Agricultural Services report with request for decision
• Agricultural Services Project Costing report for July 2026
• Sustainable Agriculture report for April–June 2026
• Horticulturist report for July 2026
• Provincial ASB resolutions responses and strychnine stewardship program update

Council General Meeting

The Council will decide on several policy updates, including recreational unit usage and access to information bylaws. The meeting also covers financial matters such as reserve balance reviews and the approval of community facility funding.

• Proposed Bylaw 2026/34 regarding ATIA/POPA (Access to Information)
• 2026 LGFF Community Facility Funding approval for Alder Flats Community AG
• Green Municipal Fund tree planting grant
• Review of Restricted Reserves Policy and balances
• Request to transfer an outstanding fire invoice to tax roll 448900

Council voted 2-4 against applying for a Green Municipal Fund tree planting grant. It approved amendments to the Recreational Units During Family Functions Policy, gave three readings to a new ATIA/POPA Bylaw, repealed two previous resolutions including one for a road contract, and approved a $60,000 backup generator purchase. A fire invoice of $3,452.34 was transferred to the property tax roll, and $50,000 in LGFF funding was approved for the Alder Flats Community Agricultural Society Skating Shack Renos.

• Defeated application to Green Municipal Fund for park concept tree planting (2-4)
• Approved amendments to Policy 61.0.3 Recreational Units During Family Functions (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Bylaw 2026/34 ATIA/POPA Bylaw (unanimous)
• Repealed resolution CB20251209.022 and approved backup generator up to $60,000 (unanimous)
• Repealed resolution CB20251209.025 regarding Lift Station SCADA upgrade (unanimous)
• Accepted Yellowhead Regional Library discussion as information (unanimous)
• Directed transfer of $3,452.34 fire invoice to tax roll 448900 (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 LGFF funding for Alder Flats Agricultural Society rink renovations (unanimous)

Library Board

The Library Board is reviewing administrative updates, budgets, and annual reports from several community libraries. This includes oversight of the Alder Flats/Buck Lake, Lakedell Area, Millet, and Wetaskiwin public libraries.

• Alder Flats/Buck Lake Public Library 2026 budget and financial statement
• Lakedell Area Community Library Society 2026 budget and operations statement
• Millet Public Library manager's reports
• Wetaskiwin Public Library 2025 Year in Review

Council General Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Cowles Landing Area Structure Plan. They will also consider road options for Bear Hills Lake/Summerhaven subdivision and gravel upgrades to Range Roads 252 and 254. Other business includes RCMP quarterly reports and a new bylaw to control orange and meadow hawkweed. Consent agenda covers routine approvals, monthly reports, and accounts payable.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 2026/31 – Cowles Landing ASP Amendment (Pt. NW 1-47-28-W4M)
• Bear Hills Lake – Summerhaven Subdivision Road Options – Request for Decision
• Range Roads 252 and 254 Graveled Road Upgrades – Request for Decision
• Wetaskiwin, Thorsby, & Breton RCMP Quarterly Reports – Request for Decision
• Bylaw 2026/32 – Orange and Meadow Hawkweed Bylaw – Request for Decision

Council tied 3-3 on second reading of Bylaw 2026/31, defeating the amendment to remove two lots from the Cowles Landing Area Structure Plan. Council also approved a $425,483.70 contract for gravel road upgrades and amended the fleet truck replacement plan. First reading was given to a bylaw declaring orange and meadow hawkweed as prohibited noxious weeds.

• Denied second reading of Bylaw 2026/31 (Cowles Landing ASP amendment) (3-3 tie, defeated)
• Approved Range Roads 252/254 gravel upgrades to Road to Rail Construction for $425,483.70 (unanimous)
• Amended fleet resolution to replace four trucks with total $290K from Fleet Capital Reserve (unanimous)
• Directed administration to incorporate new road cross-section standard and report on Summerhaven development options (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2026/32 declaring orange and meadow hawkweed as prohibited noxious weeds (unanimous)
• Accepted RCMP quarterly reports as information (unanimous)
• Directed administration to proceed with closed-session actions on agenda items 10.1 and land options (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hold a public hearing on June 8, 2026, regarding an appeal of Discretionary Development Permit D26/077, which was approved with conditions. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from previous SDAB meetings on April 2 and April 7, 2026.

• Hearing for appeal of Development Permit D26/077 (approved with conditions)
• Approval of minutes from April 2, 2026 SDAB meeting
• Approval of minutes from April 7, 2026 SDAB meeting

Council General Meeting

Council will hold a general meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including the first reading of Bylaw 2026/31 to amend the Cowles Landing Area Structure Plan, a request to sell county land in Mulhurst Bay, and procurement decisions for vehicles. They will also receive reports from the RCMP and Public Works, and consider solid waste collection for non-residential properties and participation in ALUS advocacy.

• First reading of Bylaw 2026/31 for Cowles Landing ASP amendment (Pt. NW 1-47-28-W4M)
• Request to sell/purchase county land NW-14-47-28-W4M (Mulhurst Bay)
• Canoe procurement results for 2026.U02 medium duty truck
• Tender results for 2026.U05 purchase of a CPO vehicle
• Solid waste collection decision for non-residential properties

Council approved the removal of Municipal Reserve designation and sale of a county land parcel by tender, gave first reading to an ASP amendment for Cowles Landing, and awarded vehicle purchases including a medium duty truck and a CPO Explorer Interceptor. They also directed administration to investigate non-residential solid waste collection options and approved participation in the ALUS advocacy campaign.

• Approved process to remove MR designation and sell county lot NW-14-47-28-W4M by tender (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2026/31 amending Cowles Landing ASP (unanimous)
• Awarded 2026.U02 medium duty truck to Diamond International for $199,795 (unanimous)
• Awarded 2026.U05 CPO Ford Explorer to Denham Ford for up to $101,378.16 (6-1)
• Accepted May 2026 Public Works report as information (unanimous)
• Directed administration to investigate options for non-residential solid waste collection (unanimous)
• Approved participation in ALUS advocacy for Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program (unanimous)
• Accepted CAO update from closed session as information (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on closing and selling a road allowance at NE-36-46-3-W5M. Delegations will discuss traffic control amendments, bridge demolition/culvert tender results, and RMA RiskPro program. Other business includes a hamlet public engagement plan and a third subdivision extension request.

• Public hearing on proposed road closure and sale (NE-36-46-3-W5M)
• Traffic control devices bylaw amendment for Range Road 270 at Township Roads 454 & 453
• Tender results for CA0057941.2939 BF 8525 demolition, bridge culvert installation and other work
• Decision on RMA RiskPro program from Director of Emergency Services
• Third subdivision extension request for RW/23/02 (MPS File #23-R-646)

Council approved a 12-month subdivision extension and awarded a $295,380 bridge demolition contract. After a public hearing, a proposed road closure sale was amended to a lease arrangement to preserve public access, and the amended bylaw received first reading. A traffic control bylaw was also passed with three readings.

• Approved 12-month subdivision extension for RW/23/02 (unanimous)
• Awarded Contract CA0057941.2939 to Prairie Erectors International Inc. for $295,380 (unanimous)
• Amended Bylaw 2026/29 from road closure sale to lease, then gave first reading (unanimous)
• Gave first, second, and third readings to Bylaw 2026/26/30 amending traffic control devices at Range Road 270 (unanimous on each)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal of a refused discretionary development permit (D26/047). The hearing will include presentations from the development authority, the appellant, and affected persons. The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the refusal.

• Appeal of Discretionary Development Permit D26/047 refusal

Council General Meeting

Council will decide on several financial and policy items including setting 2026 property tax rates, funding recreation and community grants, approving a road overlay contract, and designating invasive weeds. The most notable is a bylaw amendment to allow data processing facilities under the land use bylaw (second reading).

• Second reading of Bylaw 2026-16 to permit data processing facilities
• 2026 property tax rates bylaw
• FCSS and recreation zone grants
• Tender award for Pipestone Road overlay
• Purchase of a used ¾-ton truck

Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2026/28 setting 2026 property tax rates and transferred $330,815 surplus to Tax Stabilization Reserve. Also approved cancellation of municipal property tax for church manse (Bylaw 2026/19) and reallocated unrestricted surplus funds. Approved numerous recreation and FCSS grant funding requests for all five zones.

• Approved Bylaw 2026/28 (2026 property tax rates) – unanimous
• Approved Bylaw 2026/19 (church manse tax cancellation) – unanimous
• Reallocated $1,400,160 unrestricted surplus: $287K for bridge maintenance, $133K for P&D master plans, $980K held for strategic planning – unanimous
• Transferred $330,815 projected surplus to Tax Stabilization Reserve – unanimous
• Approved FCSS grants totaling $14,250 – unanimous
• Approved Zone 1 recreation grants $19,215 – unanimous
• Approved Zone 2 facility operations $65,832.13 and programs $32,950 – unanimous
• Approved Zone 3, 4, 5 recreation grants ($27,399, $49,812, $15,090.93) – unanimous

Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission

The Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission will discuss unauthorized withdrawals from its bank account and consider approving the 2025 audited financial statements. They will also decide on appointing an auditor for 2026, updating a wastewater services agreement, and reviewing financial reports for the first quarter.

• Unauthorized withdrawals from NEPL bank account (security incident)
• 2025 audited financial statements adoption
• Appointment of auditor for 2026 fiscal year
• South Side Pigeon Lake wastewater services agreement update
• Financial variance report as of March 31, 2026 (Q1 budget variance)

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board will consider designating Orange and Meadow Hawkweed under the Weed Control Act. They will also review and decide on the Weed Control Plan and Weed Inspector Process for the 2026 growing season. Reports from the Director of Agricultural Services, Sustainable Agriculture, and project costing are presented for decision.

• Request for Decision: Designation of Orange and Meadow Hawkweed as noxious weeds under Weed Control Act
• Request for Decision: Weed Control Plan and Weed Inspector Process for 2026
• Director of Agricultural Services Report – Request for Decision
• Agricultural Services Project Costing Report – April 2026 – Request for Decision
• Sustainable Agriculture Report February–March 2026 – Request for Decision

Council General Meeting

Council holds a public hearing on Bylaw 2026/27 for a local improvement levy to fund Village West wastewater collection lines. They also consider 2025 audited financial statements, decide on several 2026 special tax bylaws for sewer extensions in Winfield and other projects, and review a development permit for a Christian Coptic Orthodox Monastery. Other items include tenders for a 5th wheel truck and road work on RGE RD 255.

• Public hearing on Bylaw 2026/27 – Village West Local Wastewater Collection Lines Local Improvement Levy
• 2025 Audited Financial Statements presented by Laura Marcato
• Multiple 2026 special tax bylaws: Winfield sewer extensions (tax rolls 3466.90, 3464.02, etc.), Bearhills Lake Drainage District, Silver Creek Water Management
• Request for decision on Direct Control District Development Permit D26/034 for Christian Coptic Orthodox Monastery
• Tender results for RGE RD 255 chip seal and culvert replacement, and purchase of a 5th wheel truck

Council gave third reading to Bylaw 2026/27 imposing a $578,173.33 local improvement levy on 49 lots for completed wastewater lines after a public hearing. Also approved three special tax bylaws for sewer repairs in Winfield, West Bittern Lake management, and dust treatment in Curilane Beach. Awarded the Twin Lakes Campground contract to Amy Dakin for $34,000 plus $35/hour.

• Approved $240,000 reserve bid for tax recovery parcel Roll 346729 (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2026/17 for Winfield sewer repair special tax (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2026/18 for West Bittern Lake maintenance special tax (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2026/21 for Curilane Beach dust treatment special tax (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2026/27 for Village West wastewater local improvement levy (unanimous)
• Approved 2025 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Awarded Twin Lakes Campground contract to Amy Dakin (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2026/23 for Winfield sewer extension special tax (unanimous)

South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission

The South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission will consider adopting its 2025 audited financial statements and reviewing a clarification on the wastewater system capacity study. They will also make decisions on infrastructure tours, the Westerose offload station revenue, and appointment of an auditor for 2026.

• 2025 Audited Financial Statements review
• Asset Management Plan & System Capacity Study clarification
• Westerose Offload Station (Truck Dump) revenue information
• Appointment of Auditor for 2026 fiscal year
• Wastewater Services Agreement update for South Side Pigeon Lake collection system

Council General Meeting

Council will hold two public hearings: one on Bylaw 2026/16 to amend the Land Use Bylaw for data processing facilities, and another to repeal an area structure plan and rezone a parcel from Conservation to Agricultural. They will also consider tenders for a plow truck, a 5th wheel truck, two pickup trucks, and roadside mowing contracts, as well as appoint weed inspectors and discuss funding for Millet Legion cenotaph repairs.

• Public hearing: Land Use Bylaw amendment for data processing facility (Bylaw 2026/16)
• Public hearing: Repeal of Area Structure Plan Bylaw 2019/50 and rezoning from Conservation to Agricultural (Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 2022948)
• Tender results for plow truck (2026.U03), 5th wheel truck (2026.U01), and two pickup trucks (2026.U06)
• Tender for roadside mowing 2026 with options for 2027-2028
• Funding request from Millet Legion for cenotaph repairs

Council approved the repeal of an Area Structure Plan and rezoning of a 27.43-acre parcel from Conservation (C) to Agricultural (AG) to facilitate a subdivision. A three-year roadside mowing contract was awarded to Bedrock Energy Services Ltd. at $64.74 per mile. Council also appointed five weed inspectors for the 2026 season. A public hearing was held on a proposed bylaw to allow data processing facilities, but no decision was made.

• Rezoned 27.43 acres from Conservation to Agricultural (unanimous)
• Awarded 3-year roadside mowing contract to Bedrock Energy Services Ltd. at $64.74/mile (unanimous)
• Appointed five weed inspectors for May–Sept 2026 (unanimous)
• Repealed Area Structure Plan Bylaw 2019/50 (unanimous)
• Selected councillors to attend WRPS Forum on April 30 (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal of a discretionary development permit (D26/023) issued with conditions for a wedding event venue. The board will consider presentations from the development authority, the appellant, the applicant, and affected persons before making a decision.

• Appeal of Discretionary Development Permit D26/023 for Atrium Wedding Events
• Traffic Impact Assessment (Peterson Wedding TIA Appeal) included as evidence
• Noise study (Peterson Wedding Appeal Review - Noise) included as evidence
• Environmental Desktop Assessment Summary submitted by applicant
• Redacted neighbor testimony (Real Life Experience letters) presented

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal regarding a discretionary development permit (D26/020) for Westerose. The meeting includes presentations from the development authority, appellant, and applicant, as well as submissions from affected persons.

• Hearing for Discretionary Development Permit D26/020
• Presentation from Development Authority
• Presentation from Appellant
• Presentation from Applicant
• Submissions from affected persons

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council will hold a general meeting with several decisions and discussions, including first reading of by-laws to repeal an area structure plan and rezone a lot from Conservation to Agricultural, a request to partially rescind a resolution on fire invoices transferred to tax, and proposed amendments to organizational policy. The meeting also includes approval of minutes, monthly reports, and closed session items.

• First reading of Bylaw 2026/05 to repeal an Area Structure Plan and Bylaw 2026/06 to rezone Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 2022948 from Conservation (C) to Agricultural (AG)
• Request to partially rescind a resolution regarding fire invoices transferred to tax
• Minor text amendments to Planning and Development Committee Terms of Reference
• Notice of motion on council seating and on Hazardous & Special Projects (HSP) sites
• Proposed amendments to Organizational Policy 12.0.5

The Council approved several bylaws, including a repeal of an area structure plan and a rezoning request. They also authorized the addition of a fifth permanent collection site at the Millet Transfer Station and updated organizational policies.

• Revised fire invoice resolution to remove Tax Roll 245100 ($11,585.42) (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Planning and Development Committee Terms of Reference (Unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2026/05 regarding Area Structure Plan repeal (Unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2026/06 for rezoning 27.43 acres to Agricultural (Unanimous)
• Directed addition of fifth permanent collection site at Millet Transfer Station (Unanimous)
• Approved attendance of two councillors at the Sports Hall of Fame Banquet (Unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Organizational Chart Policy 12.0.5 (Unanimous)
• Denied 25-year lease conversion request; supported 3-year extension instead (Unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The council will hold a series of public hearings to consider repealing several Area Structure Plan bylaws, including the Falun, Pigeon Creek ECO Farms, Blanchard/Yakymyshyn/Dewar/Swanson, Auclair, and Mulhurst Bay Crossing plans. Delegations will also review a proposed amendment to the Land Use Bylaw for a data processing facility, RCMP quarterly reports, and new business items such as the Bev Etta Estates overlay, residential garbage collection for 2026, and the Transportation and Infrastructure Master Plans. The meeting concludes with decisions on a Capital Planning Committee, a 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan, and updates to fire services policies.

• Public hearing – repeal of Bylaw 2001/48 (Falun Area Structure Plan)
• Public hearing – repeal of Bylaw 2005/44 (Pigeon Creek ECO Farms ASP)
• First reading – amendment to Land Use Bylaw for a Data Processing Facility (Bylaw 2026/16)
• Decision – Residential Garbage Collection services for 2026
• Decision – Creation of a Capital Planning Committee

The council unanimously adopted the County’s 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan. It also approved several contracts, waste‑service agreements and bylaws, and created a new Capital Planning Committee. A $1,014.96 fire charge was added to the tax roll, and the Fire Services Bylaw was passed with a 6‑to‑1 vote.

• Awarded Bev‑Etta Estates overlay, ditching, culvert contract to Park‑Aid Asphalt for $1,197,043.10 – carried unanimously
• Repealed Bylaw 2001/48 (Falun Area Structure Plan) – carried unanimously
• Awarded Transportation Master Plan to ISL Engineering ($125,071) and Infrastructure Master Plan to MPE Engineering ($147,059) – carried unanimously
• Approved Service Agreement with Integrity Waste Solutions for solid‑waste collection in multiple communities – carried unanimously
• Approved creation of a Capital Planning Committee – carried unanimously
• Approved the County’s 2026‑2030 Strategic Plan – carried unanimously
• Approved addition of outstanding fire charges of $1,014.96 to Tax Roll #247300 – carried unanimously
• Approved Fire Services Bylaw 2026/15 (Second Reading) – carried (6 to 1)

Library Board

The County of Wetaskiwin Library Board will decide on approval of 2025 annual reports from Alder Flats/Buck Lake, Lakedell (Pigeon Lake), and Winfield community libraries, along with a board survey. The board will also vote on a nomination for the 2026 Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence. Information items include Wetaskiwin Public Library's 2024 financial statements and 2026 approved budget, as well as minutes and reports from Millet and Alder Flats libraries.

• Annual reports from Alder Flats/Buck Lake, Lakedell (Pigeon Lake), and Winfield libraries plus County Library Board survey – Request for Decision
• 2026 Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence – Request for Decision
• Wetaskiwin Public Library 2024 financial statements, 2026 approved budget, and funding level comparison
• Millet Public Library November and December 2025 minutes and manager's report
• Alder Flats Buck Lake Public Library October 2025 minutes

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council will meet to approve minutes, hear reports, and make decisions on repealing several area structure plans, approving 2025 tax cancellations, and amending fees and charges.

• Repeal of Falun Area Structure Plan (Bylaw 2026/08)
• Repeal of Pigeon Creek ECO Farms Area Structure Plan (Bylaw 2026/09)
• 2025 Tax Cancellations – Request for Decision
• Proposed Amendments to Fees and Charges Bylaw (Bylaw 2026/14)
• Ritual Floating Sauna conversion to a Tourism Lease

The council unanimously passed the Off‑Highway Vehicle Bylaw after its third reading, making it law. It also conditionally approved subdivision RW/25/33 with several financial and infrastructure conditions. Additional actions included approving $3,982.94 in tax cancellations, appointing fire guardians for the 2026 fire season, and transferring $31,054.99 in outstanding fire invoices to the tax rolls.

• Approved $3,982.94 tax cancellations (unanimous)
• Appointed fire guardians for the 2026 fire season (unanimous)
• Conditionally approved subdivision RW/25/33 with levies and infrastructure conditions (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2026/08 to repeal Bylaw 2001/48 (unanimous)
• Transferred $31,054.99 of outstanding fire invoices to tax rolls (unanimous)
• Passed Off‑Highway Vehicle Bylaw after third reading (unanimous)
• Reserved a table for council at the 2026 RCMP Regimental Ball (unanimous)
• Authorized up to three council members to attend the 2026 CPAA conference (unanimous)

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Agricultural Service Board will meet to review reports on agricultural services and sustainable agriculture, discuss the 2026 summer tour, and consider updates on the coyote predation 1080 program and wild boar management regulations.

• Coyote Predation 1080 Program update
• Wild Boar Program regulation changes
• 2026 ASB Summer Tour
• Farm Family Award nominations
• Approval of December 2025 meeting minutes

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council will meet to make decisions on land use, public auctions, and community programs. The agenda includes requests for decisions on provincial land development and grant applications.

• Proposed development of hiking trails on provincial land (NW-34-45-7-W5M) south of Alder Flats
• Setting the sale date for the 2026 Public Auction
• Rural Renewal Stream Program decision
• Canada Summer Jobs Grant for summer positions
• Sponsorship request from Friends of Millet Youth Society

Council approved a 3% cost‑of‑living allowance increase for CAO Scott MacDougall effective Jan. 1, 2026. It also directed administration to start a Shared Community Peace Officer program in the Town of Millet at no cost to county residents. Additional actions included setting a May 6, 2026 public auction for tax‑arrears properties, hiring summer students under the Canada Summer Jobs grant, and approving open‑house events for May and August. The council declined participation in the Rural Renewal Stream program and asked for information on developing hiking trails on provincial land.

• Approved 3% COLA increase for CAO MacDougall (unanimous)
• Directed administration to proceed with Shared Community Peace Officer program (unanimous)
• Approved public auction date of May 6, 2026 for tax‑arrears properties (unanimous)
• Approved hiring of summer students under Canada Summer Jobs grant (unanimous)
• Approved May 7 and August 19, 2026 open‑house events with barbecues (unanimous)
• Declined participation in Rural Renewal Stream program (6‑1)
• Requested further information on hiking‑trail development on provincial land (unanimous)
• Directed administration to provide a door prize for Friends of Millet Youth Society (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The Wetaskiwin County Council will approve its agenda and minutes, review monthly and quarterly reports, and then make decisions on several items. Delegations include renewing contracts for Red Deer Lake and Coal Lake park attendants, a grant application for a multi‑use court at Mulhurst Bay, and three development permit requests (Westview RV Park, a proposed subdivision RW 25/27, and the Wetaskiwin Stock Car Club). The council will also consider a requisition for the Wetaskiwin & Area Lodge Authority.

• Contract renewal – Red Deer Lake Park Attendant
• Contract renewal – Coal Lake Park Attendant
• Grant application for a multi‑use court in Mulhurst Bay
• Direct Control District Development Permit D26/003 for Westview RV Park (NE 9‑46‑24‑W4M)
• Proposed Subdivision RW 25/27 (MPS File 25‑SUB‑57)

The council approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from Jan. 13. It extended the Red Deer Lake Park and Coal Lake‑South Park attendant contracts for one year. It approved development permits for Westview RV Park and the Wetaskiwin Stock Car Club, and approved a subdivision of three residential lots with conditions. All items were carried unanimously.

• Approved agenda (Resolution CG20260127.001) – Carried Unanimously
• Approved Jan 13 minutes (Resolution CG20260127.002) – Carried Unanimously
• Extended Red Deer Lake Park attendant contract $10,000 (Resolution CG20260127.004) – Carried Unanimously
• Extended Coal Lake‑South Park attendant contract $14,850 (Resolution CG20260127.005) – Carried Unanimously
• Approved Development Permit D26/003 for Westview RV Park (Resolution CG20260127.007) – Carried Unanimously
• Approved subdivision of three residential lots and related conditions (Resolution CG20260127.008) – Carried Unanimously
• Approved Development Permit D25/217 for Wetaskiwin Stock Car Club (Resolution CG20260127.009) – Carried Unanimously

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council will meet to approve the agenda, review minutes from December 16, 2025, and discuss a proposed bylaw to establish the Chief Administrative Officer position. The meeting includes a consent agenda for reports and accounts payable, a request for a waiver of an off-site levy, and a strategic planning workshop.

• Proposed Bylaw 2026/01 to establish CAO position
• Request for waiver of off-site levy for Lot 6, Plan 2948HW
• Strategic Planning Workshop
• Approval of December 16, 2025 Council General Meeting minutes
• Accounts Payable to December 31, 2025

The council denied a waiver request for a $2,034 off‑site levy, reducing the amount owed to $1,017. It approved a Strategic Planning Workshop for February 10, 2025. The council gave first, second, and third readings to Bylaw 2026/01, which was finally passed to establish the Chief Administrative Officer position. Amendments to Policy 12.1.1 on recruitment, selection and succession planning were also approved.

• Denied Off‑Site Levy waiver for Doug & Joscelyn Barry; levy reduced to $1,017 (5‑2)
• Approved Strategic Planning Workshop for Feb 10 2025 (unanimous)
• First Reading of Bylaw 2026/01 – Establish CAO (unanimous)
• Second Reading of Bylaw 2026/01 – Establish CAO (unanimous)
• Third Reading and final passage of Bylaw 2026/01 – Establish CAO (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Policy 12.1.1 Recruitment, Selection and Succession Planning (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal regarding file D25-196 at the County Administration Building on January 8, 2026. The hearing will include presentations from the Development Authority, the applicant, and three separate groups of appellants.

• Subdivision and Development Appeal Board hearing (D25-196)
• Appeals by C. Moore (KD Acres Group)
• Appeals by BJ Dymond and D. Dinner
• Appeals by KM Hougestol
• Hearing at County Administration Building, Council Chambers