County of Wetaskiwin public meetings in 2021

Agricultural Service Board Organizational Meeting

This is an organizational meeting of the County of Wetaskiwin's Agricultural Service Board. The board will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson for the 2021-2022 term, with decisions requested on each. The agenda includes only these elections and standard procedural items.

• Election of Chairperson for 2021-2022
• Election of Vice-Chairperson for 2021-2022
• Reference to Agricultural Service Board Governance Policy 62.0.1

The Agricultural Service Board held an organizational meeting and unanimously elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Chairperson and Mike Schmidt as Vice-Chairperson for 2021-22. The agenda was approved as presented, and the meeting adjourned shortly after. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Chairperson for 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Elected Mike Schmidt as Vice-Chairperson for 2021-22 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:04 a.m. (unanimous)

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to approve routine reports and minutes, and to make decisions on several items including weed enforcement on von Arx Properties, attendance at the 2022 Provincial ASB Conference, and conference resolutions. They will also consider 2021 agricultural bursary recipients and acknowledge Farm Safety Centre funding correspondence.

• Weed Enforcement Process – von Arx Properties – Repealing of Reclamation Bylaw – Request for Decision
• 2022 Provincial ASB Conference – Request for Decision
• 2022 ASB Provincial Conference Resolutions – Request for Decision (6 resolutions)
• 2021 Agricultural Bursary Recipients – Request for Decision
• Farm Safety Centre – 2021 Funding Thank You Correspondence – Request for Decision

The Agricultural Service Board unanimously recommended that Council repeal Bylaw 2019/31 in its entirety and return possession of the lands to the landowner, contingent on proof of a contract with lessees. The board also approved registering all available members for the 2022 Provincial ASB Conference in Edmonton. Other items were accepted as information, including reports, bursary recipients, and Farm Safety Centre correspondence.

• Recommended to Council to repeal Bylaw 2019/31 and return lands to landowner (unanimous)
• Approved registration for all available members for 2022 ASB Conference (unanimous)
• Accepted details of 2022 ASB Provincial Conference resolutions as information (unanimous)
• Accepted 2021 Agricultural Bursary Recipients particulars as information (unanimous)
• Accepted Farm Safety Centre thank-you correspondence as information (unanimous)
• Approved agenda and previous minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including December 2021 reports (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for February 9, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider a range of items, including the 2022 interim budget, proposed land use bylaw amendments, and the repeal of intermunicipal development plans with Camrose and Ponoka counties. The agenda also includes public hearings, consent agenda items, and several requests for decision on topics such as fire hall land purchase and road allowance leases.

• Public hearings to repeal Intermunicipal Development Plans with Camrose County (BL2021-75) and Ponoka County (BL2021-76)
• Proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment to add discretionary uses in Industrial (IN) District (Section 10.18.3)
• 2022 Interim Budget request for decision, including capital plans for roads, water, wastewater, fleet, and fire
• Buck Lake Alder Flats Fire Hall land purchase request for decision
• Road allowance lease renewals to December 14, 2021

Council approved the 2022 Interim Budget, authorizing $21.5 million in expenditures ahead of the final budget, including $16.1 million for road capital. Council also passed three bylaws: a new Procedural Bylaw, and repeals of intermunicipal development plans with Camrose County and Ponoka County. A land use bylaw amendment was approved to allow restaurants, service stations, and convenience stores in industrial districts.

• Approved 2022 Interim Budget with $21,469,548 in authorized expenditures (unanimous)
• Passed Procedural Bylaw 2021/72, replacing Bylaw 2020/10 (unanimous)
• Repealed Intermunicipal Development Plan with Camrose County via Bylaw 2021/75 (unanimous)
• Repealed Intermunicipal Development Plan with Ponoka County via Bylaw 2021/76 (unanimous)
• Amended Land Use Bylaw to add restaurant, service station, convenience store as discretionary uses in Industrial district (unanimous)
• Approved road allowance lease renewals for three properties (unanimous)
• Approved land trade for Buck Lake Alder Flats Fire Hall (unanimous)
• Directed removal of all packers from capital list for consignment (6-1)

Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission

The Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission is holding its organizational meeting, including elections for chairperson and vice-chairperson, and reviewing signing authority, mileage rates, and per diems. The commission will also consider the 2022 operating and capital budgets, a notice of annexation for Silver Beach, and financial reports including accounts payable and cash statements.

• 2021-22 election of chairperson and vice-chairperson
• Notice of annexation of Summer Village of Silver Beach
• 2022 NEPLRSC operating and capital budget review
• Accounts payable cheques 2623 to 2679
• Defining residential and commercial utility services

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to elect a chairperson, consider an appeal submission under SDAB Bylaw 2021-22, and hold a hearing on an appeal by Stephen and Robin Radostits regarding the refusal of Development Permit D21-339 for Lot 24, Block 1, Plan 7620937 (SE-5-48-27-W4M, Roll #2592.23). The board will decide whether to uphold or overturn the refusal.

• Election of Chairperson for the SDAB
• Appeal submission on Discretionary Permit D21.295 under SDAB Bylaw 2021-22 Section 8.4
• Appeal hearing for Development Permit D21-339 (Radostits) – Lot 24, Block 1, Plan 7620937, SE-5-48-27-W4M, Roll #2592.23
• Delegations scheduled at 5:15 p.m. for the appeal hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board upheld an appeal and approved Development Permit D21/339 for a shed (7.3m x 3.65m x 3.0m) on the Radostits property in Wizard Heights, overriding the Development Officer's refusal. The board granted variances for accessory building square footage (by 373.60 sq ft) and side yard setback (relaxed from 5m to 1.5m), subject to conditions. The board also decided to contact an appellant regarding an incomplete appeal fee for a separate matter, allowing until December 16, 2021, for full payment.

• Approved Development Permit D21/339 for shed with variances (unanimous)
• Variance for accessory building square footage increased by 373.60 sq ft
• Side yard setback relaxed from 5m to 1.5m for proposed shed
• Directed administration to contact appellant about incomplete appeal fee, with deadline Dec 16, 2021
• Re-elected Laurie Johnson as SDAB Chairperson for 2021-2022 (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council General Meeting on November 30, 2021 includes two public hearings: one for a proposed Area Structure Plan by Rick E. and Colette Hayes (NW-11-47-27-W4M) and one for a rezoning from Recreational to Agricultural Hobby Farm by Dylan Graff (SE-31-44-22-W4M). Council will also consider several requests for decision, including fire truck replacements, a sewer forcemain, road closure and sale, and various bylaw amendments. The agenda includes consent items such as accounts payable and departmental reports.

• Public hearing: Proposed Area Structure Plan – Hayes (NW-11-47-27-W4M, Roll 2482.00)
• Public hearing: Rezoning from Recreational to Agricultural Hobby Farm – Graff (SE-31-44-22-W4M, Roll 123.07)
• Fire Department Bush Truck Replacements – Request for Decision
• County Admin and Shop Sewer Forcemain – Request for Decision
• Proposed Road Closure and Sale (J. Enarson and Living Springs Bible Camp)

Library Board

The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Library Board elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Chairperson and Christine Cripps-Woods as Vice-Chairperson for 2021/2022. The board approved the 2021 financial report (estimated to December 31) and the proposed 2022 budget, forwarding it to Council for approval. It also approved amendments to four policies (Resource Sharing #6.0, Provision of Materials Unable to Use Conventional Print #7.0, Board Procedures #11.0, Code of Conduct #12.0) and rescinded the Acceptable Use of Computers & Internet Policy #13.0 due to redundancy. Minutes from several local libraries were accepted as information.

• Elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Chairperson for 2021/2022
• Elected Christine Cripps-Woods as Vice-Chairperson for 2021/2022
• Approved the 2021 financial report estimated to December 31, 2021
• Approved the proposed 2022 budget and forwarded it to Council
• Approved amendments to Resource Sharing Policy #6.0
• Approved amendments to Provision of Materials Unable to Use Conventional Print Policy #7.0
• Approved amendments to Board Procedures Policy #11.0
• Approved amendments to Code of Conduct for Board Members Policy #12.0

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear two appeals against refusals of development permit applications. The first involves Larry Myers' existing garage and shop, and the second involves 2239808 Alberta Ltd's existing garage, deck, and shed. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Appeal of refusal of Development Permit D21_223 (Larry Myers) for existing garage and shop at SE 2-48-27-W4M, Plan 4619TR, Block 5, Lot 2
• Appeal of refusal of Development Permit D21_263 (2239808 Alberta Ltd) for existing garage, deck, and shed at NW 2-47-4-W5M
• Minutes approval for August 26, 2021 and September 29, 2021 meetings

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board upheld Larry Myers' appeal and issued Development Permit D21/223 for his existing 30' x 40' garage and 100' x 38' shop, despite the buildings exceeding the accessory building square footage limit. The board varied the maximum site coverage by 1,540 sq ft to 5,000 sq ft and relaxed side and front yard setbacks. The permit includes conditions prohibiting commercial use and requiring the buildings to remain accessory to residential use. The board also recessed another hearing (D21_263) to request more information from the developer and the Alberta Energy Regulator.

• Approved Development Permit D21/223 for Larry Myers' existing garage and shop, with variances for size and setbacks.
• Varied accessory building site coverage from 3.5% (3,460 sq ft) to 5,000 sq ft.
• Relaxed side yard setback from 5 m to 1.52 m for the shop.
• Relaxed front yard setback from 40 m to 92 m for the shop.
• Imposed conditions: no commercial use, no residence, no sleeping/cooking facilities.
• Recessed hearing for D21_263 to obtain further information from developer and AER.
• Approved the agenda and minutes of previous meetings.

JEDI Regular Board Meeting

The JEDI Regular Board Meeting on November 15, 2021, will consider the 2022 interim operating budget, several policy amendments (including discipline, vacation, merit, and cost-of-living adjustments), and proposed new policies on substance use and statutory holidays. The board will also receive reports on the operating budget versus actuals through October 31, 2021, and the Director of Economic Development's October report. No public hearings or rezoning items are listed.

• JEDI 2022 Interim Operating Budget report
• Proposed new Substance Use Policy
• Amendments to Incremental Discipline Policy 1302
• Amendments to Vacation Leave Policy 1401
• Amendments to Merit Policy 1407 and Cost of Living Salary Adjustments Policy 1405

Council General Meeting

Council passed Bylaw 2021/53 setting 30 km/hr speed limits in three subdivisions, and approved local improvement plans for paving Range Road 11 south of Highway 13, with costs of $175,000 and $230,000 for two specific properties. A larger $1,595,000 plan for 271 properties was tabled. Council also approved a 12-month subdivision extension for 1634715 Alberta Ltd., and passed a new Code of Conduct bylaw (2021/71).

• Approved Bylaw 2021/53 setting 30 km/hr speed limits in Hiland View, Heritage Estates, and Dorchester Ranch (unanimous)
• Tabled $1,595,000 local improvement plan for paving Range Road 11 (271 properties)
• Approved $175,000 local improvement plan for Roll #285800 (unanimous)
• Approved $230,000 local improvement plan for Roll #285801 (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month extension for Subdivision RW/18/21 until July 14, 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Subdivision RW/21/17 for Darwin & Sheila Mantai with 4 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 motorcycle ice races on Pigeon Lake with conditions (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2021/71 Code of Conduct (unanimous)

South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission

The South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair, approve signing authority, and review financial reports including the 2022 interim budget and budget variance. They will also discuss a proposed emergency response plan and possible design changes to the STEP wastewater system. The agenda includes routine approvals of minutes and accounts payable listings.

• Election of 2021-22 chairperson and vice-chairperson
• 2022 budget allocation and interim operating/capital budget review
• Financial variance report for year-to-date 2021
• Emergency response plan draft (Nov 1, 2021)
• Proposed design changes to STEP wastewater system

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin council is meeting to consider several requests for decision, including 2021 agricultural bursaries, road allowance lease renewals, attendance at the RMA Fall Convention, transferring utility accounts to taxes, and the Gwynne School closure. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, accounts payable, department reports, and quarterly budget and investment updates, plus a delegation from the Chamber of Commerce.

• 2021 Agricultural Bursaries – Request for Decision
• Road Allowance Lease Renewals to October 26, 2021 – Request for Decision
• RMA Fall Convention & EOEP Courses – Request for Decision
• Utility Accounts Transfer to Taxes – Request for Decision
• Gwynne School Closure – Request for Decision

Council approved adding $14,621.40 in outstanding utility charges to individual tax rolls, effective October 26, 2021, under the Municipal Government Act. They also approved $1,000 agricultural bursaries for five applicants, renewed three road allowance leases, and tabled a funding increase request from the Chamber of Commerce until the 2022 budget planning session. A road allowance lease renewal for the 1st Wetaskiwin Scout Association was tabled.

• Approved $14,621.40 in utility charges added to tax rolls (unanimous)
• Awarded $1,000 agricultural bursaries to five applicants (unanimous)
• Approved three road allowance lease renewals for 3-year terms (unanimous)
• Tabled road allowance lease renewal for 1st Wetaskiwin Scout Association (unanimous)
• Tabled Chamber of Commerce funding increase request until 2022 budget session (unanimous)
• Appointed Councillor D. Woitt to Pigeon Lake Watershed Management Plan Steering Committee (unanimous)
• Requested Joint School Committee meeting on Gwynne School temporary relocation (unanimous)
• Changed strategic planning dates to Nov 8, 10, 16, 18, 19 (unanimous)

Council Organizational Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin council held its organizational meeting, swore in all councillors, and unanimously elected Josh Bishop as Reeve and Kathy Rooyakkers as Deputy Reeve for 2021-22. Council approved numerous appointments to internal and external committees, boards, and regional bodies, and set per diem rates for board members. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Elected Josh Bishop as Reeve (unanimous)
• Elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Deputy Reeve (unanimous)
• Appointed members to Agricultural Service Board, including farm member Cory Rasmuson (unanimous)
• Appointed councillors to 20+ committees and boards (unanimous)
• Deleted Wizard Lake Boating Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved per diem of $180/day and $120/half-day for board members (unanimous)
• Rescinded two appointments and re-appointed to Recreation Facility Nodes Committee and Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Appointed Assistant CAO as Returning Officer for 2021-25 (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider several requests for decision, including upgrades to Range Road 11 (Black Bull Road) with potential loans of $4.5M or $7M over 20 years, a proposed land swap with Joseph Mathieu, and RCMP quarterly reports. They will also discuss a vaccination policy for Winfield Arena staff, subdivision extensions, and various policy amendments. The agenda includes a consent agenda with routine reports and minutes, plus information items.

• Upgrades to Range Rd 11 (Black Bull Rd) with loan options of $4.5M or $7M over 20 years
• Proposed land swap with Joseph Mathieu for NW 4-46-23-W4M
• Vaccination for Winfield Arena staff – request for decision
• Second subdivision extension for 824440 Alberta Ltd. (RW/19/09)
• Subdivision request by Robert & Alice Klassen (RW/21/15, SW 26-44-22-W4M)

Council directed Administration to prepare a Local Improvement Plan for $2.0 million and use a combination of borrowing and grants for a total of $4.42 million to build 6.1 km of RR 11 (Black Bull Rd) south of Highway 13 to County Pavement Standards. The motion was carried unanimously. Council also approved a subdivision application, road allowance lease renewals, and a donation of an old fire truck.

• Directed $4.42M paving plan for RR 11 (Black Bull Rd) to County standards (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision RW/21/15 for Robert & Alice Klassen with 6 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved road allowance lease renewals for 3 years for 3 files (unanimous)
• Approved donation of old Fire Services Rescue Truck to CARDS (unanimous)
• Approved 12-month subdivision extension for 824440 Alberta Ltd. (unanimous)
• Approved new Strategic and Tactical Planning structure (unanimous)
• Accepted RCMP October 2021 Quarterly Report as information (unanimous)
• Approved changes to Policy 61.1.1 Approach Installation (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear an appeal regarding development permit D21/257. The appeal concerns a proposed vacation home rental with 25% occupancy located at SW 36-46-06-W5M, Plan 9823357, Block 23.

• Appeal of Development Permit D21/257: Vacation Home Rental (25% Occupancy) at SW 36-46-06-W5M

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board upheld an appeal against Development Permit D21/257, which had allowed a vacation home rental (25% occupancy) at Lot 23, Plan 9823357, in the Greystones on the Lake subdivision. The board voted unanimously to deny the permit, finding that the proposed use was not similar to a Bed and Breakfast as defined in the Land Use Bylaw and would unduly impact neighbouring properties. The decision was based on the large number of objections from adjacent landowners and the board's interpretation of the bylaw.

• Denied Development Permit D21/257 for Vacation Home Rental (25% Occupancy) (unanimous)
• Upheld the appeal by Bonnie Kerby and Lori Gerrits against the permit
• Tabled the August 26, 2021 meeting minutes for further review (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider several decisions, including a rezoning application, a guardrail project, and various funding and policy matters. The agenda includes a public hearing for the rezoning of land owned by Robert and Alice Klassen, as well as requests for decisions on items such as the Gwynne Guardrail, FCSS counselling program amendment, and Winfield Arena opening.

• Rezoning from Agricultural (AG) to Agricultural Small Holdings (ASH) and Country Residential (CR) for Robert & Alice Klassen, SW-26-44-22-W4M, Roll #104.01
• Gwynne Guardrail (Main Street & Highway 13A) – Request for Decision
• FCSS County of Wetaskiwin Counselling Program Amendment – Request for Decision
• Winfield Arena Opening 2021/22 – Request for Decision
• Transfer to Tax Roll – Unsightly Premise Clean-Up Fees – NE 12-45-7-W5M, Roll #4674.01

Council approved replacing 75 metres of guardrail at Main Street and Old Hwy 13A in Gwynne using existing stock, and passed Bylaw 2021/68 to rezone land for Robert & Alice Klassen. Funding for Rosebrier Rural Crime Watch was denied 6-1. Winfield Arena will implement the Restrictions Exemptions Program for adult groups, approved 5-2.

• Approved guardrail replacement at Main Street & Old Hwy 13A, Gwynne (unanimous)
• Denied funding request from Rosebrier Rural Crime Watch (6-1)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 2021/68 rezoning Klassen property (unanimous)
• Approved FCSS Counselling Program amendment (unanimous)
• Approved Restrictions Exemptions Program for Winfield Arena adult groups (5-2)
• Approved application for 2022-23 Municipal Internship Program (unanimous)
• Transferred $1,221.15 clean-up costs to tax roll NE 12-45-7-W5M (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision RW/21/14 for Dirt Pirate Holdings Ltd. with conditions (unanimous)

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to approve minutes and reports, and to make decisions on a strategic planning session, a communications update, attending a regional conference, and appointing a farm member. The agenda is largely routine, with several consent items and information reports.

• Request for Decision: 2021 Strategic and Tactical Planning Session for Agricultural Services
• Request for Decision: ASB Communications Update – News Flash
• Request for Decision: Central Region ASB Conference – 2021
• Request for Decision: Agricultural Service Board – 2021 Farm Member Appointment
• Consent agenda includes June 29, 2021 minutes and September 2021 reports (Director, Sustainable Agriculture, Horticulturist, Project Costing, Service Provision Maps)

The Agricultural Service Board approved registering seven board members for the 2021 Central Region ASB Conference and proceeding with the appointment of a Farm Member for a specified area. All decisions were carried unanimously, with no substantive policy changes or financial approvals.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (unanimous)
• Accepted strategic planning session dates as information (unanimous)
• Accepted ASB communication update as information (unanimous)
• Approved registration of 7 board members for Central Region ASB Conference on Nov 3, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved proceeding with Farm Member appointment for Range Road 250 east to County Boundary (unanimous)

Council Special Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is holding a special meeting to consider a single item of new business: a request for decision on upgrading the intersection at Township Road 470 and Range Road 224. No other substantive items are on the agenda; the meeting is otherwise procedural.

• Request for decision on upgrading intersection TWP 470 & RR 224

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider a rezoning application, three borrowing bylaws for wastewater projects, and several administrative items. A public hearing is scheduled for a rezoning from Agricultural District to Agricultural Hobby Farm. The council will also hear a delegation from the Louis Bull Tribe regarding 'Land for Prosperity' and discuss updates on the Integrated Response Hub and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation.

• Public hearing: Rezoning from Agricultural District (AG) to Agricultural Hobby Farm (AHF) for Rick & Collette Hayes, NW-11-47-27-W4M, Roll #2482.00
• Borrowing Bylaw 2021/63: Debenture for Crystal Keys Wastewater
• Borrowing Bylaw 2021/64: Debenture for Village Creek Estates Wastewater
• Borrowing Bylaw 2021/65: Debenture for Village at Pigeon Lake
• Delegation from Louis Bull Tribe on 'Land for Prosperity'

Council gave final reading to three borrowing bylaws totaling about $1.09 million over 25 years for wastewater system construction in the Crystal Keys, Village Creek Estates, and Village at Pigeon Lake subdivisions. Council also gave first reading to a rezoning bylaw for the Hayes property, subject to an Area Structure Plan amendment and a reduced area. Other actions included approving road allowance lease renewals, accepting updates on the Open Door shelter and COVID-19, and tabling a guardrail discussion.

• Approved Bylaw 2021/63: borrowing $504,915.65 for a wastewater system in Crystal Keys Subdivision.
• Approved Bylaw 2021/64: borrowing $296,795.26 for a wastewater system in Village Creek Estates Subdivision.
• Approved Bylaw 2021/65: borrowing $290,449.52 for a wastewater system in the Village at Pigeon Lake Area.
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2021/67 to rezone the Hayes property, subject to amending the Area Structure Plan and reducing the area to 45.82 acres.
• Approved three road allowance lease renewals for three-year terms.
• Tabled discussion on Gwynne guardrail replacement to the September 28, 2021 meeting.
• Accepted as information updates on the Open Door shelter, COVID-19, and the Louis Bull Tribe presentation.
• Approved sending a letter to MP Mike Lake about rural connectivity concerns.

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin council is meeting to decide on several items, including proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw and Traffic Control Devices Bylaw, tender results for the 2019 West Flood Restoration, and other requests for decision. The agenda also includes consent items, delegations, and a closed session.

• Proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2017/48 (Draft Bylaw 2021-61)
• Proposed amendments to Traffic Control Devices Bylaw 2021/43 (Bylaw 2021-62)
• Tender results for 2019 West Flood Restoration (AEMA and DRP)
• Emergency Management Bylaws 2021/41 and 2021/66
• National Day for Truth and Reconciliation request for decision

Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/62 (traffic control devices), Bylaw 2021/60 (land use amendments), Bylaw 2021/41 (Emergency Advisory Committee), and Bylaw 2021/66 (Municipal Emergency Management Agency). Council also awarded a $348,004 contract for the 2019 West Flood Restoration project and approved a $53,000 transfer for asset management software. The Integrated Response Hub discussion was tabled to September 14, 2021.

• Approved Bylaw 2021/62 (traffic control devices) - final reading (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/60 (land use amendments) - final reading (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/41 (Emergency Advisory Committee) - final reading (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/66 (Municipal Emergency Management Agency) - final reading (unanimous)
• Awarded $348,004 contract to Prairie Erectors International Inc. for 2019 West Flood Restoration (unanimous)
• Approved $53,000 transfer from Information Services General Reserve for Asset Management Program (unanimous)
• Tabled Integrated Response Hub discussion to September 14, 2021 (unanimous)
• Compensated Mike and Christine Woods $450.05 for dog adoption costs (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear two appeals: one regarding a development permit for a temporary recreational unit and another regarding a refusal of a development permit. The board will also approve minutes from previous meetings.

• Appeal of Development Permit D21/191 for temporary recreational unit use, Meadows, Don, Roll 2585.36
• Appeal of Refusal of Development Permit D21/217, Pilon, Eric and Rachel, File 4090.04
• Minutes approval for June 10, 2021 and June 21, 2021 meetings

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board denied an appeal by Eric and Rachel Pilon to overturn the refusal of a development permit for a guest cabin on agriculturally zoned land, ruling that guest cabins are not a permitted use in the Agricultural District and the board lacks jurisdiction to approve it. The board also denied an appeal by Sidney Degen and Pete Maddison against a temporary recreational unit permit for Don Meadows, upholding the permit but amending its conditions, including setting the lapse date to January 31, 2022, and requiring removal of any second recreational unit within 10 days.

• Denied appeal of Development Permit D21/217 for guest cabin (unanimous)
• Denied appeal of Development Permit D21/191 for temporary recreational unit (unanimous)
• Upheld Development Permit D21/191 with amended conditions, including lapse date of January 31, 2022
• Approved agenda and minutes of June 10 and June 21, 2021 meetings (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider land use bylaw amendments, a rezoning application, recreation funding, gravel programs, and several policy changes. Two public hearings are scheduled: one on proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2017/48 and one on a rezoning from Agricultural to Industrial for John Cameron. The agenda also includes decisions on COVID-19 support for recreation facilities, an external IT review, and a subdivision request.

• Public hearing: Proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2017/48 (Sixth Edition)
• Public hearing: Rezoning from Agricultural (AG) to Industrial (IN) for John Cameron, SW 16-46-5-W5M, Roll #4131.00
• Leisure Services – COVID-19 support for rec facilities – closure of program
• 2021 Zone 2 Recreation Funding Request – Programming
• Gravel Prospecting in 2021 and Gravel Program decisions

Council passed Bylaw 2021/61, rezoning approximately 7.5 acres from Agricultural to Industrial for John Cameron. They also gave first reading to Bylaw 2021/60, which amends the Land Use Bylaw with changes to definitions, recreational unit storage, and golf netting regulations. Council awarded a $28,500 contract to TSI for an external review of the IT department and approved a $30,000 gravel prospecting plan. A letter of support for the Alberta Elk Commission was approved with a 6-1 vote.

• Awarded $28,500 IT review contract to TSI (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2021/61 rezoning 7.5 acres AG to IN for John Cameron (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2021/60 amending Land Use Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved $23,657.57 in Zone 2 recreation grants (unanimous)
• Approved $30,000 gravel prospecting plan (unanimous)
• Provided letter of support to Alberta Elk Commission (6-1)
• Approved subdivision RW/21/13 with six conditions (unanimous)
• Rescinded COVID-19 support program for rec facilities (unanimous)

Policy Committee

The County of Wetaskiwin Policy Committee is meeting to consider four policy changes: amending the Whistleblower policy (12.1.19), amending the Health and Safety Terms of Reference policy (23.0.5), adopting a new Road Encroachment by County Roadways on Private Land policy (32.1.3), and amending the Approach Installation policy (61.1.1). All items are requests for decision presented by Rod Hawken. No new business items are listed.

• Amend Policy 12.1.19 Whistleblower
• Amend Policy 23.0.5 Health and Safety Terms of Reference
• Proposed new Policy 32.1.3 Road Encroachment by County Roadways on Private Land
• Amend Policy 61.1.1 Approach Installation

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a new speed rate bylaw, a proposed amendment to the sewer service policy for lakes, and requests for special event permits. They will also hear delegations on emergency management, rural crime watch funding, HR progress, and beaver control, and consider COVID-19 support for recreation facilities.

• Proposed Speed Rate Bylaw 2021/53, repealing 2019/40
• Amendment to Policy 61.1.11 on sewer service requirements at named lakes
• Emergency Management Bylaw 2021-41, repealing Bylaw 2015-46
• COVID-19 support for Hillside Community Club and Western Pioneers recreation facilities
• Special event permits for Rockin' The Rink and Wetaskiwin Agricultural Society Truck & Tractor Pull

Council approved proceeding with engineering design for Range Road 11 with WSP at an approximate cost of $63,000, funded from the escrow fund. Several other items were tabled, including the Speed Rate Bylaw 2021/53, Emergency Management Bylaw 2021/41, and a funding request from Rosebrier Rural Crime Watch. Two COVID-19 support applications for recreation facilities were denied, with a recommendation to apply for Recreation Zone Grants instead.

• Approved $63,000 engineering design for Range Road 11 with WSP (unanimous)
• Approved 'Rockin' The Rink' fundraiser on Aug 28 with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved water truck and roll off bin for Wetaskiwin Agricultural Society event (unanimous)
• Tabled Speed Rate Bylaw 2021/53 pending resident input (unanimous)
• Tabled Emergency Management Bylaw 2021/41 for separate bylaws (unanimous)
• Tabled Rosebrier Rural Crime Watch funding request (unanimous)
• Denied Hillside Community Club COVID-19 support of $776.53 (4-3)
• Denied Western Pioneers COVID-19 support of $896.32 (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council General Meeting on July 20, 2021, includes multiple public hearings and decisions on land use, road closures, and bylaw amendments. The council will consider area structure plans, a spot rezoning, several road allowance closures and sales, and various policy and bylaw changes. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, reports, and financial statements.

• Public hearing: Proposed Area Structure Plan for Robert & Alice Klassen, Lot 1, Plan 9723451, SW 26-44-22-W4M, Roll #104.01
• Public hearing: Spot rezoning from Agricultural (AG) to Agricultural Hobby Farm (AHF) for Darwin & Shelia Mantai, NE 16-45-27-W4M, Roll #2213.00
• Public hearings: Road allowance closures and sales for Living Springs Bible Camp, Matthew Krutzfeldt, and Christopher & Cheryl Switzer
• Proposed Bylaw 2021/59 to amend Fees & Charges Bylaw 2020/19
• Direct Control Development Permit D19/052 for Horizon Motorsports Ltd, NW 20-46-24-W4M, Roll #1154.00

Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/51, adopting an Area Structure Plan for the Hayes property (NW 11-47-27-W4M). It also passed Bylaw 2021/55, rezoning the Mantai property to Agricultural Hobby Farm, and Bylaw 2021/43, establishing authority for traffic control devices. Two road closure bylaws (2021/56 and 2021/58) were defeated, and several other items were approved or tabled.

• Adopted Bylaw 2021/51 (Area Structure Plan for Hayes property) with final reading.
• Rezoned Mantai property (NE 16-45-27-W4M) to Agricultural Hobby Farm via Bylaw 2021/55.
• Passed Bylaw 2021/43, establishing authority for traffic control devices.
• Defeated Bylaw 2021/56 (Krutzfeldt road closure) 0-5.
• Defeated Bylaw 2021/58 (Switzer road closure) 0-5.
• Approved Direct Control Development Permit D21/247 for Horizon Motorsports with conditions.
• Approved sale of County land to David Flewelling and Trina Murphy for $18,000.
• Tabled Bylaw 2021/53 (speed rate amendment) and Bylaw 2021/41 (Emergency Management).

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider several requests for decision, including a public hearing on a proposed area structure plan for Rick and Collette Hayes, a tender award for the Gwynne Lagoon upgrade, and a request from Louis Bull First Nation for an addition to reserve. The council will also discuss delegations on dust control, the Dorchester Ranch Resort development, and other items such as a potential annexation by the Summer Village of Silver Beach and a request from the Town of Ponoka for support regarding COVID-19 impacts on small business.

• Public hearing on proposed Area Structure Plan ASP21001 for Rick & Collette Hayes, NW 11-47-27-W4M, Roll #2782.00
• Tender results for Gwynne Lagoon upgrade
• Louis Bull First Nation addition to reserve request
• Dust control on previously oiled and paved roadways
• Summer Village of Silver Beach annexation request

Council unanimously directed administration to discontinue pursuits with Natural Capital Corporation after receiving a legal opinion. They also awarded the Gwynne Lagoon Upgrade contract to Nu Edge Construction Ltd. for $1,217,806.01, with project costs up to $1,203,000 funded by grants and reserves. Additionally, they gave first reading to Bylaw 2021/58 for an Area Structure Plan on NW 11-47-27-W4M, subject to conditions, and supported the Louis Bull First Nation addition to reserve with a tax revenue sharing agreement.

• Approved agenda with deletion of Louis Bull Band delegation, rescheduled to August 3, 2021.
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, reports, and bank reconciliation.
• Directed administration to discontinue pursuits with Natural Capital Corporation after legal opinion.
• Accepted COVID-19 strategy as information and discontinued updates unless necessary.
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 2021/58 for Area Structure Plan on NW 11-47-27-W4M, subject to conditions.
• Supported Louis Bull First Nation addition to reserve, subject to federal process and tax revenue agreement.
• Awarded Gwynne Lagoon Upgrade contract to Nu Edge Construction Ltd. for $1,217,806.01.
• Approved dust control on seven roadways for an estimated $70,850.00.

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to decide on several items, including an update to its communication plan, concerns about the Pigeon Lake weir, and the 2021 Farm Family Awards. They will also discuss strategic planning dates and consider requests from other counties regarding truck driver training and fertilizer emissions.

• Request for decision on Agricultural Service Board Communication Plan Update
• Request for decision on Pigeon Lake Weir Concerns
• Request for decision on 2021 Farm Family Awards
• Request for decision on 2021 Agricultural Service Board Strategic Planning Date
• Information items: Athabasca County Class 1 MELT program, Brazeau County synthetic fertilizer emissions, 2021 Provincial ASB Conference

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving the 2020 audited financial statements, awarding tenders for a sewer project and a bridge repair, and considering a land-use bylaw amendment. They will also hear delegations from RCMP and leisure services, and discuss COVID-19 support for recreation facilities.

• 2020 Audited Financial Statements – Request for Decision
• Grandview Meadows Subdivision wastewater collection lines – tender results
• Bridge File 1825 near Battle Lake – tender results
• Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Lakeshore Mixed Use (LM) District building height
• MSI 2021 Community Facility Funding approvals for Lakedell, Winfield, and Usona

Council approved the 2021 Municipal Sustainability Initiative (MSI) Community Facility Funding allocation of $128,600 to four agricultural societies, including $75,000 for the Winfield Rodeo Grounds, and will submit the projects to the Provincial Government. They also awarded a wastewater collection tender to Elite Site Services for $299,635, approved a music festival, and denied a dust control subsidy request.

• Approved $128,600 in MSI funding for four agricultural society projects (Lakedell, Winfield, Usona).
• Awarded Tender 4010-003-00 for South Pigeon Lake Wastewater Collection System to Elite Site Services for $299,635.
• Approved a music festival at Hilah Ayers RV Park for July 30-August 1, 2021, with conditions.
• Denied dust control subsidy request from Bert and Darlene Kreutz.
• Approved subdivision application RW/21/09 for Dennis & Karen Leslie with six conditions.
• Directed Administration to prepare an RFP for an external IT department review.
• Approved adding unpaid noxious weed enforcement fees ($7,839.07) to tax rolls.
• Approved 2020 Audited Financial Statements as presented.

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear an appeal of the refusal of Development Permit D21/141 for a property owned by Dussome and Webb at Block 16, Lot 9, Plan 365MC, SW 5-46-25-W4M, Roll #1445.97. The board will consider the appeal and related documents, including policies on design guidelines, approach installation, and performance deposits. This is the only substantive item on the agenda; the rest is procedural.

• Appeal of refusal of Development Permit D21/141 for Dussome, Webb property at Block 16, Lot 9, Plan 365MC, SW 5-46-25-W4M, Roll #1445.97
• Review of Design Guidelines and Construction Standards Policy 61.1.13
• Review of Approach Installation Policy 61.1.1
• Review of Performance Deposits for Approach Construction Policy 61.1.9

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board denied Webb Dussome's appeal and upheld the County's refusal of Development Permit D21/141 for a 14' x 28' shed on skids at Block 16, Lot 9, Plan 365MC, SW 5-46-25-W4M. The Board found the lot lacked safe legal and physical access to a maintained road, and that the accessory building could not be approved without a dwelling, as required by the Lakeshore Residential District. The decision was carried unanimously.

• Denied appeal of Development Permit D21/141 refusal (unanimous)
• Upheld refusal of Development Permit D21/141 for shed on skids
• Determined lot lacks safe legal and physical access to a maintained road
• Found accessory building cannot precede a dwelling in Lakeshore Residential District
• Noted previous 2012 permit predates 2018 bylaw amendment and does not set precedent

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council General Meeting on June 10, 2021, includes two public hearings: one on a proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment to allow cannabis retail stores, and another on a proposed Area Structure Plan for John Cameron's land (SW 16-46-5-W5M). Council will also consider several land use bylaw text amendments, recreation funding, traffic bylaws, and other operational items.

• Public hearing: Land Use Bylaw amendment to add cannabis retail store as a use (Draft Bylaw 2021-42)
• Public hearing: Area Structure Plan for John Cameron, SW 16-46-5-W5M, Roll #4131.00 (Draft Bylaw 2021-47)
• Proposed text amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2017/48: short-term camping definitions, second residence allowances, and SDAB recommendations
• 2021 Zone 2 Recreation Funding Request and Coal Lake Park tender results
• Proposed Traffic Control Devices Bylaw 2021-43 and intersection upgrade for Township Road 472A and Range Road 265

Council gave first reading to Bylaw 2021/42 to allow cannabis retail stores, but second reading was defeated (3 to 4). The matter was then referred to the Land Use Bylaw Committee for further discussion. Council also passed Bylaw 2021/47, an Area Structure Plan for a construction panel plant, and Bylaw 2021/50, repealing a dust control special tax for Highland Spruce Estates.

• Approved Bylaw 2021/47 (Area Structure Plan for John Cameron) with amended stormwater management, given all three readings and declared passed.
• Defeated Bylaw 2021/42 (Cannabis Retail Store) at second reading (3 to 4), then referred to Land Use Bylaw Committee.
• Approved Bylaw 2021/50, repealing the Highland Spruce Estates dust control special tax.
• Approved removal of a bi-directional curve at Range Road 265 and Township Road 472A, re-establishing a T-intersection (5 to 2).
• Approved 2021 Zone 2 Recreation funding totaling $69,676.80 to eight community groups.
• Awarded Coal Lake South Park contract to Cory Loe for $9,975 for June 1 to September 15, 2021.
• Awarded shoulder pull projects to Central Construction Group and Willows Construction, with total costs up to $771,900.
• Approved amended 2021 Fleet Capital Plan including a DEF storage building ($8,050) and a loader scale ($11,378).

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear an appeal of Development Permit D21/065 for a property owned by Lynne Brennan. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from two prior meetings and a closed-to-public session. No other substantive items are listed.

• Appeal of Development Permit D21/065 – Lynne Brennan – Lot 1A, Block 2, Plan 0425821, SE 7-46-1-W5M, Roll #2932.02
• Minutes approval – May 18, 2021
• Minutes approval – February 24, 2021
• Closed to the Public Agenda

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board denied an appeal of the refusal of Development Permit D21/065 for a proposed secondary suite on Lot 1A, Block 2, Plan 0425821, SE 7-46-1-W5M, Roll #2932.02, owned by Lynne Brennan. The board upheld the refusal, citing that the proposed suite exceeded the 40% gross floor area limit and did not meet the definition of a secondary suite under the Land Use Bylaw. The decision was carried unanimously.

• Approved the agenda for May 18, 2021 as presented.
• Approved the minutes for May 18, 2021 as presented.
• Approved the minutes for February 24, 2021 as presented.
• Denied the appeal of the refusal of Development Permit D21/065 and upheld the refusal.
• Adjourned the meeting at 7:06 p.m.

Planning and Economic Development Committee

The Land Use Bylaw Committee will review a progress update on the Municipal Development Plan, consider a request for decision on environmental reserve signs, and discuss proposed text amendments to allow second residences. They will also consider a proposed amendment to increase building height in the Lakeshore Mixed Use (LM) district. All items are for discussion or decision at this meeting.

• Municipal Development Plan (MDP) update – progress report
• Environmental Reserve signs – request for decision
• Proposed text amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2017/48 – second residence allowances
• Proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment – Lakeshore Mixed Use (LM) district building height

South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission

The South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review a request for decision on a General Conveyance Agreement for Phase 2, and receive a report on the 2020 audited financial statements. The agenda includes both new and unfinished business items.

• General Conveyance Agreement SPL Phase 2 – Request for Decision
• 2020 Audited Financial Statements (SPLRWC) – Report
• Approval of minutes from April 20 and April 29, 2021 meetings

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to hear delegations from the RCMP and Natural Capital Corporation, and to consider a range of reports and policy amendments. Key items include land acquisition agreements for the Norbuck Trail deep fill culvert project, a road ban order effective May 26, 2021, and a bylaw for a church manse rebate. The agenda also includes numerous policy amendments and rescissions, plus a closed session on weed control.

• RCMP quarterly reports for Wetaskiwin, Thorsby, and Breton (May 2021)
• Land acquisition agreements for Norbuck Trail (RR 41) deep fill culvert replacements
• Traffic control device amendment for Ranges 22 and 23
• Road ban order effective May 26, 2021
• Bylaw 2021-25 Church Manse Municipal Rebate

Council approved five land acquisitions for the Norbuck Trail deep fill culvert replacements, delayed project PW66058 to 2022, and approved updated project costs up to $264,000. They also approved numerous traffic control device changes, a subdivision application, and several policy amendments.

• Approved 5 land acquisitions for Norbuck Trail culvert replacements (unanimous)
• Delayed project PW66058 to 2022, reallocating $100,750 to PW66059 (unanimous)
• Approved updated Norbuck Trail project costs up to $264,000 (unanimous)
• Approved traffic control device changes for Ranges 22-23 (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision RW/21/06 for Kevin & Cindy Leonhardt with 6 conditions (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/25 for church manse tax cancellation (unanimous)
• Lifted seasonal road bans effective May 26, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Policy 61.0.3 Recreational Units During Family Functions (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear an appeal of Development Permit D21/034 issued for the Meadows property (SE 2-48-27-W4M, P.4619TR B.5 L.4, File 2585.36). The agenda includes approval of prior minutes and the appeal as the main item. No other substantive business is listed.

• Appeal of Development Permit D21/034 - Meadows, SE 2-48-27-W4M P.4619TR B.5 L.4, File 2585.36
• Minutes approval for February 24, 2021 meeting

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board denied an appeal against Development Permit D21/034 for two new shops and a restored cabin at Curilane Beach, upholding the permit with amended conditions. The board added a requirement that the existing 900 sq. ft. cabin be renovated to meet the definition of a 'Dwelling, Detached' by January 31, 2022, extending the original deadline. The decision was carried unanimously.

• Appeal of Development Permit D21/034 denied (unanimous)
• Development Permit D21/034 upheld with amended conditions (unanimous)
• Deadline for cabin renovation extended to January 31, 2022
• Board member C. Daniels recused himself from the hearing
• February 24, 2021 minutes tabled for further review

Council General Meeting

Council is meeting to review the 2021 budget life cycle and consider three proposed bylaws: recreation services, fire protection, and the mill rate. These items are up for decision at this meeting.

• 2021 Budget Life Cycle report and amended MSI Operating Project list
• Proposed Bylaw 2021/45 Recreation Services (Special Tax Recreation Bylaw)
• Proposed Bylaw 2021/46 Fire Protection (Special Tax Fire Protection Bylaw)
• Proposed Bylaw 2021/48 Mill Rate

Council unanimously approved the 2021 Municipal Capital and Operating Budget with an estimated municipal levy of $20,194,376, excluding certain requisitions. They also passed three bylaws: 2021/45 (recreation services special tax), 2021/46 (fire protection special tax), and 2021/48 (mill rate), all unanimously. Council directed reviews of recreation tax breakdown, fire protection rates, and IT operations during 2021 strategic planning for the 2022 budget.

• Approved 2021 Municipal Capital and Operating Budget with $20,194,376 municipal levy (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2021/45 authorizing recreation services special tax (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2021/46 authorizing fire protection special tax (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2021/48 setting 2021 mill rates (unanimous)
• Directed review of recreation services tax breakdown for 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Directed review of fire protection rates for 2022 budget (unanimous)
• Directed review of IT department operations and budget for 2022 budget (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to decide on two rezoning applications, hear a delegation about environmental reserve enforcement, and consider numerous special tax bylaws for drainage, dust control, sewer extensions, and water management projects. The agenda also includes updates on COVID-19, recreation funding, and several local improvement tax bylaws.

• Public hearing: Rezoning from Rural Residential to Agricultural and Direct Control for Ken & Teresa Cowles, Lot 27, Block 2, Plan 1920549, NW 1-47-28-W4M
• Public hearing: Spot rezoning from Agricultural to Agricultural Hobby Farm for Dirt Pirate Holdings Ltd., NE-29-46-3-W5M
• Special tax bylaws for sewer extensions (Beauchesne, Bellamy, McKenzie, Zawartka, Sampert) and repairs
• Special tax bylaws for dust control at Curilane Beach and Highland Spruce Estates
• Local improvement tax bylaws for Crystal Keys, Village at Pigeon Lake, and Village Creek Estates subdivisions

Council passed 14 bylaws, including rezoning for two properties and multiple special tax levies for drainage, dust control, sewer extensions, and water management. It also approved recreation grants totaling over $103,000 across four zones, denied a request to modify an Environmental Reserve, and scheduled a special meeting to discuss the 2021 final budget.

• Approved rezoning of Lot 27, Block 2, Plan 1920549 to Direct Control and Agricultural (Bylaw 2021/37)
• Approved rezoning of NE-29-46-3-W5M to Agricultural Hobby Farm (Bylaw 2021/36)
• Approved special tax bylaws for Bearhills Lake Drainage, Curilane Beach, Highland Spruce Estates, Silver Creek, and West Bittern Lake
• Approved special tax bylaws for sewer extensions in Winfield (Bylaws 2021/28-32)
• Approved local improvement tax bylaws for wastewater collection lines (Bylaws 2021/38-40)
• Denied request to modify Environmental Reserve in Greystones on the Lake Subdivision
• Approved recreation grants totaling $103,164.38 across Zones 1, 3, 4, and 5
• Scheduled special council meeting for May 18, 2021 to discuss 2021 Final Budget

Library Board

The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Library Board unanimously approved the 2021-2025 Plan of Service, which will be filed with the Minister of Municipal Affairs. The board also appointed MNP LLP as auditor for 2020 and 2021, approved a new bylaw (2021/01) to forward to Council, and renewed joint operating agreements with three community library associations. Several policy amendments were approved, including hours of operation, confidentiality of records, and personnel policies.

• Approved 2021-2025 Plan of Service (unanimous)
• Appointed MNP LLP as auditor for 2020 and 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/01 and forwarded to Council (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Hours of Operation Policy #9.0 (unanimous)
• Approved renewal of joint library operating agreements with Winfield, Alder Flats Buck Lake, and Lakedell (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Confidentiality of Library Records Policy #1.0 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Orientation & Continuing Education Policy #2.0 (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Personnel Policies #4.0 and Selection, Acquisition & Disposal Policy #5.0 (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a new emergency management bylaw, an update on COVID strategy, and a request to change the speed limit on Highway 13. They will also consider road allowance lease renewals, a landfill community enhancement grant, and appointments of weed inspectors. The agenda includes consent items like the previous meeting minutes and the CAO report.

• Emergency Management Bylaw 2021/41 repealing Bylaw 2015/46
• COVID strategy update to May 4
• Speed limit on Highway 13 (from Hwy 2A east to 36 St.)
• Road allowance lease renewals to April 27, 2021
• West Dried Meat Lake Landfill Community Enhancement Grant

Council approved the distribution of $27,908 in Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) grants to local organizations, and approved road allowance lease renewals for Town Lake Ranch Ltd. Council also denied a request to reduce the speed limit on Highway 13, tabled an emergency management bylaw, and directed administration to send supplementary correspondence regarding a cease and desist matter discussed in a closed session.

• Approved $27,908 in FCSS 2021 Spring Grant Program funds (unanimous)
• Approved road allowance lease renewals for Town Lake Ranch Ltd., 33.52 acres at $670.40/year (unanimous)
• Denied request to reduce speed limit on Highway 13 from 2A to 36th Street (unanimous)
• Tabled Emergency Management Bylaw 2021/41 pending further amendments (unanimous)
• Approved terms of reference for West Dried Meat Lake Landfill Community Enhancement Grant with amendments (unanimous)
• Appointed six weed inspectors for 2021 season (unanimous)
• Directed administration to draft supplementary correspondence to Jeannette Hall and Dan Vandenberg (unanimous)
• Directed administration to investigate options for permanent remote meetings (unanimous)

South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission

The South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission is meeting to review its 2020 audited financial statements, approve the agenda and prior minutes, and discuss a budget committee terms of reference. The commission will also review accounts payable cheques 1 through 12. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• 2020 Audited Financial Statements (SPLRWC) - Report
• Terms of Reference – Budget Committee - RFD
• SPLRWC Accounts Payable Cheque 1 to Cheque 12 - Report

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin council is meeting to consider several public works tenders, including the 2021 Local Road Construction Program and gravel crushing at Hilgartner Pit, as well as results for the G3 Resource Road and Pipestone Rd projects. They will also review 2021 policing priorities survey results, final police funding costs, proposed fee bylaw amendments, and a first-quarter budget variance report. The agenda includes consent items, delegations, and closed-session items on a tax agreement and road use permit.

• Tender 18-035 award for 2021 Local Road Construction Program
• Tender award for gravel crushing at Hilgartner Pit
• Tender results for G3 Resource Road and TR472A (Pipestone Rd)
• Proposed amendments to Fees and Charges Bylaw 2020/19 (Bylaw 2021-35)
• 2021 Policing Priorities Survey results and police funding model final costs

Council awarded multiple construction tenders, including a $1.53M local road grading contract and a $3.77M paving contract for G3 Resource Road. They also approved a subdivision application with conditions, denied a land donation request, and passed a bylaw adding $20/day parking rates. The meeting closed to discuss tax and road agreements with Louis Bull Band, authorizing negotiations and a maintenance contract.

• Awarded Tender 18-035 to Crow Enterprises Ltd. for $1,531,346 (unanimous)
• Awarded Tender 20-023 to Central City Asphalt Ltd. for $3,771,118.36 (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision RW/21/02 for Curtis Vesely with 5 conditions (unanimous)
• Denied land donation to Millet Fish & Game Association (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 2021/35 adding $20/day parking rates (6-1)
• Approved $24,740 in cemetery grants to 27 groups (unanimous)
• Authorized negotiations with Louis Bull Band on tax agreement (unanimous)
• Discontinued road use negotiations, authorized maintenance contract (unanimous)

Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission

The Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission is meeting to review its 2020 audited financial statements, receive an update from the Director of Public Works on the utility foreman, and discuss unfinished business including stormwater management and a legislative changes bylaw. New business includes approving accounts payable cheques, monthly cash statements, and appointing an auditor for 2021.

• 2020 Audited Financial Statements (NEPLRSC) - Report
• Utility Foreman Update - Report
• Stormwater Management Update - Report
• Legislative Changes Bylaw 2021/01 - Report
• Appointment of Auditor for 2021 - Report

South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission

The South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission is meeting to hear reports from its finance director and utilities foreman, and to discuss unfinished business including stormwater management, the 2022 budget, and a legislative changes bylaw. New business includes approving payments, appointing an auditor for 2021, and an update on the RR 11 paving project.

• Delegation from BDO and Director of Finance at 7:15 p.m.
• Utilities Foreman update and Lift Station 3 odor complaint report
• Stormwater Management Update with responses from SV Office and SV Grandview
• Legislative Changes Bylaw 2021/01, including disestablishment bylaw
• Appointment of Auditor for 2021

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to review and potentially decide on several items, including a pavement and per-lot road contribution policy, a bylaw to establish a Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, and tender results for Twin Lakes Park and Phase 1 Hamlet Infrastructure Upgrades. Council will also discuss unfinished business such as an Alberta Energy Regulator directive, reserve bids for public auction parcels, a COVID-19 update, and a compensation request for damages to Range Road 242. New business includes a conference and a transfer of unsightly premise clean-up fees to a tax roll.

• Pavement and Per Lot Road Contribution Policy Review
• Bylaw 2021/22 to establish Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
• Twin Lakes Park tender results
• Phase 1 Hamlet Infrastructure Upgrades tender results
• Transfer to tax roll for unsightly premise clean-up fees (Lot 4A, Block 1, Plan 0829022, SE 18-46-3-W5M, Roll 3466.08)

Council awarded the 2021 Hamlet Improvements contract to Central Construction Group Ltd. for $2,244,740, with total project costs up to $2,679,752 funded from the MSI Capital grant. They also approved reserve bids for 13 tax recovery parcels for the May 5 public auction, adopted the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw 2021/22, and approved a $12,000 land purchase from Colborne Transportation Services Ltd. A compensation demand for damages to Range Road 242 was tabled for closed-session discussion.

• Awarded 2021 Hamlet Improvements contract to Central Construction Group Ltd. for $2,244,740 (unanimous)
• Approved reserve bids for 13 tax recovery parcels for May 5 public auction (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 2021/22 establishing Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 purchase of 180 m² from Colborne Transportation Services Ltd. (unanimous)
• Tabled Michael Krause's compensation demand for Range Road 242 damages (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Per Lot Road Contribution Policy #61.1.15 (unanimous)
• Approved all council members to attend 2021 FCM Annual Conference virtually (unanimous)
• Directed administration to request Financial Information Return deadline extension to June 30, 2021 (unanimous)

Planning and Economic Development Committee

The Planning and Economic Development Committee (Land Use Bylaw Committee) is meeting to discuss several land-use items. They will receive a progress update on the Municipal Development Plan (MDP), review options for referral distances for discretionary permits (with examples from Mulhurst Bay and Sunset Bay), consider rules for recreational unit short-term camping, and discuss allowances for second residences. No new business is listed.

• Municipal Development Plan (MDP) update progress report
• Referral distance procedure options, including discretionary permits for Mulhurst Bay and Sunset Bay
• Recreational unit (RU) short-term camping rules
• Second residence allowances

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to approve minutes and reports, discuss a draft communication plan, and consider new business including a provincial grant agreement and funding for the Farm Safety Centre. They will also receive information items on climate-smart agriculture, mountain pine beetle, a federal fuel charge response, a provincial conference, bursary policy amendments, and a wild boar bylaw.

• Draft ASB Communication Plan Template & update
• Agriculture and Forestry Agricultural Service Boards Program Grant Agreement
• Farm Safety Centre – Funding for 2021
• Approved Amendments to Agricultural Bursaries Policy #62.1.1
• Wild Boar Bylaw update

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council General Meeting on April 6, 2021, will consider consent items including minutes, reports, and accounts payable. Delegations will present the Coal Lake Park tender results, a camping promotion policy update, an expropriation for SE-13-46-24W4, and the Pigeon Lake North Intermunicipal Development Plan. Council will also receive updates on COVID-19 strategy, RCMP community reporting, and a request from the Government of Alberta to hold additional Senate election voting.

• Coal Lake Park tender results and contractor resume (Gwilliam)
• Camping Promotion Policy #72.0.1 draft and 2020 camping coupon
• Expropriation of SE-13-46-24W4 with certificates of approval
• Pigeon Lake North Intermunicipal Development Plan
• Accounts payable cheques 143326 to 143422

Council approved amendments to the North Pigeon Lake Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) and gave Bylaw 2021/18 final reading, adopting the plan. The amendments focus on excluding wetlands and environmentally sensitive areas from new residential and recreational development. Council also rejected and re-tendered the Coal Lake South Park contract, and approved an expropriation for a roadway.

• Approved amendments to North Pigeon Lake IDP (unanimous)
• Gave Bylaw 2021/18 second and third reading, adopting the IDP (unanimous)
• Rejected and re-tendered Coal Lake South Park contract (unanimous)
• Directed administration to amend Camping Promotion Policy 72.1.1 to 'buy one night, get one night free' for County residents (unanimous)
• Approved expropriation of SE-13-46-24W4 for roadway construction (unanimous)
• Set meeting dates for July-December 2021 (unanimous)
• Directed administration to respond to Government of Alberta, agreeing to conduct Senate and Referendum elections (unanimous)
• Accepted RCMP quarterly community reporting as information (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The Council will review 2021 election procedures, including institutional voting and special ballots. The meeting also covers a proposed five-year bridge plan and various updates to county bylaws and policies.

• Proposed Five-Year Bridge Plan (2021-2026)
• Proposed text amendment to Land Use Bylaw regarding Golf Net Provisions
• Request to purchase County Property at NE 21-46-22-W4M by Fraser Williams
• Request to hold a wedding event at NE 10-47-4-W5M by Robert Howland
• Proposed amendment to Fees and Charges Bylaw 2020/19 Schedule D

Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/20, imposing a Community Aggregate Payment Levy on sand and gravel businesses, effective April 1, 2021. It also approved the Five-Year Bridge Plan (2021-2026), awarded the roadside mowing contract to Excalibur for $59,400, and approved several policy amendments and administrative procedures. A request for compensation for damages to Range Road 242 was tabled pending further information.

• Approved Bylaw 2021/20 (Community Aggregate Payment Levy) with final reading, effective April 1, 2021 (5-2).
• Approved the Five-Year Bridge Plan (2021-2026) and submission to Alberta Transportation.
• Awarded roadside mowing RFP to Excalibur for $59,400; county forces to cover remainder.
• Approved amendments to policies on Volunteer Recognition, Promotional Product Distribution, Public Participation, Accounts Receivable, Communication Device, and Dust Control.
• Tabled compensation request for Range Road 242 damages pending further information.
• Approved sale of county property to Fraser Williams at fair market value.
• Approved special event permit for outdoor wedding (Aug 26-30, 2021) with conditions.
• Approved institutional voting stations and special ballots for 2021 municipal election.

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council General Meeting on March 11, 2021, includes a public hearing on the Pigeon Lake North Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP), delegations on the Sunset Bay Subdivision fire pond and the Mulhurst Bay parking project, and reports on COVID-19 support for recreation facilities. Council will also consider amendments to the road closure bylaw, a new wild boar bylaw, and a direct control development permit. The meeting includes consent agenda items such as minutes, accounts payable, and bank reconciliation.

• Public hearing on Pigeon Lake North Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP)
• Delegation on Sunset Bay Subdivision fire pond matter
• Mulhurst Bay Parking Project report
• COVID-19 support for recreation facilities (Wetaskiwin Agricultural Society, Western Pioneers)
• Proposed amendments to Road Closure Bylaw 2020/04 and Wild Boar Bylaw

Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/08, which prevents the establishment of wild boar within the county, passing it by a 6 to 1 vote. Council also approved implementing paid parking in Mulhurst Bay and approved a development permit for a parking lot on 58 Avenue. The meeting included a public hearing on the Pigeon Lake North Intermunicipal Development Plan, which was tabled pending approval by summer villages.

• Gave third and final reading to Bylaw 2021/08 (Wild Boar Bylaw), passed 6 to 1.
• Approved implementing paid parking in Mulhurst Bay.
• Approved Direct Control Development Permit D21/020 for a 162.3m x 37.1m parking lot on 58 Avenue, subject to conditions.
• Tabled Bylaw 2021/18 to adopt the Pigeon Lake North Intermunicipal Development Plan pending approval by summer villages.
• Gave third and final reading to Bylaw 2021/19, amending the legal description of a road closure and sale.
• Approved COVID-19 support applications for the Wetaskiwin Agricultural Society ($4,485.60) and Western Pioneers Senior Citizens Association ($4,088.54).
• Directed Administration to work with the Sunset Bay Community Association on a potential land exchange regarding the fire pond.
• Approved sending a letter of support to Viasat Canada for their Universal Broadband application, with no financial support from the county.

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider two public hearings: a spot rezoning from Agricultural to Recreational for Heather Niessen and a proposed Area Structure Plan for the Pine Trails Campground. The agenda also includes delegations on assessment and mill rates, unpaid taxes, the Chamber of Commerce, and an intermunicipal development plan, plus reports on tenders, COVID-19, and other business.

• Public hearing: spot rezoning (AG to R) for Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 0720062, NE 1-47-28-W4M (Roll #2713.02)
• Public hearing: Area Structure Plan for Pine Trails Campground, NE 16-47-2-W5M (Roll #3313.00)
• Delegation on 2021 assessment and mill rate scenarios
• Tender results for 2021 Local Road Construction Program and Brushing Program
• Request to replace entrance signs at Buck Lake

Council directed administration to implement Scenario 4 (Municipal Zero) for the 2021 assessment and mill rate, and approved a $1.42M road construction tender. They also passed bylaws for a spot rezoning, the Pine Trails Campground area structure plan, and an intermunicipal development plan with three summer villages. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved Tender 18-035 for local road construction to Iron Stone Services Ltd. for $1,417,988.13 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 mill rate Scenario 4 (Municipal Zero) (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/13 to rezone 2.51 acres from Agricultural to Recreational (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/14 for Pine Trails Campground Area Structure Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/18 for Intermunicipal Development Plan with Argentia Beach, Golden Days, and Silver Beach (unanimous)
• Approved $2,184.25 Covid-19 support for Alder Flats Community Agricultural Society (unanimous)
• Approved up to $3,300 for Buck Lake entrance signs (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 Fire Guardians list (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear two appeals of refused development permits: one for Larry Trach (permit D20/234) and one for Robert and Penelope Stokes (permit D20/233), both in the Pigeon Lake area. The board will consider the refusals, applications, and supporting documents, then decide whether to uphold or overturn the development officer's decisions.

• Appeal of refusal of Development Permit D20/234 for Larry Trach, SW 12-47-2-W5M, Lot 38, Roll 3306.52
• Appeal of refusal of Development Permit D20/233 for Robert and Penelope Stokes, The Village at Pigeon Lake, Roll 2960.14
• Both appeals include development officer reports, permit applications, house plans, and notice of appeal documents

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board denied two appeals against refusals of development permits. The first appeal, by Larry Trach, sought to build a two-storey dwelling exceeding the 33-foot height limit; the board upheld the refusal. The second appeal, by Robert and Penelope Stokes, concerned a screen porch upgrade deemed a major renovation requiring a geotechnical report; the board also upheld the refusal. Both decisions were carried unanimously.

• Denied appeal of refusal for two-storey dwelling (D20/234) for Larry Trach, upholding refusal (unanimous)
• Denied appeal of refusal for screen porch upgrade (D20/233) for Robert and Penelope Stokes, upholding refusal (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider a rezoning application, review tender results for a road upgrade, and discuss several new bylaws and policy changes. The agenda includes a public hearing, multiple reports from staff, and a closed session for land-related matters.

• Public hearing for proposed rezoning from Agricultural (AG) to Country Residential (CR) for Kevin & Cindy Leonhardt, SW 12-47-2-W5M, Roll #3306.00
• Tender results for Range Road 11 (Norris Beach Road) road upgrade
• New Supplementary Assessment Bylaw #2021/15 and New Supplementary Tax Bylaw 2021/16
• Proposed amendments to Fees and Charges Bylaw 2020/19 (Bylaw 2021-17)
• Alder Flats soil contamination – WSP final report

Council awarded the tender for the Range Road 11 (Norris Beach Road) grade, base, pave, and bridge replacement to Crow Enterprises Ltd. for $1,822,861, approving project costs up to $2,110,000. Council also approved a $300,000 MSI grant application for Alder Flats soil remediation, amended the 2021 MSI 5-Year Capital Plan to include a bridge-sized culvert, and passed several bylaws including rezoning, supplementary assessment, and fees and charges. A motion to confirm amendments to the Agricultural Bursaries Policy was defeated, but a subsequent motion to amend the policy was carried.

• Awarded tender for Range Road 11 (Norris Beach Road) upgrade to Crow Enterprises Ltd. for $1,822,861, with project costs up to $2,110,000.
• Approved a $300,000 MSI grant application for the Alder Flats Soil Remediation Program.
• Amended the 2021 MSI 5-Year Capital Plan to include a bridge-sized culvert (BF 6001) at NW 15-47-4 W5M for $748,000.
• Gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/12, rezoning 1.67 acres from Agricultural to Country Residential.
• Gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/15 (Supplementary Assessment) and Bylaw 2021/16 (Supplementary Tax).
• Defeated a motion to confirm amendments to Agricultural Bursaries Policy 62.1.1 (3 to 4).
• Carried a motion to amend Agricultural Bursaries Policy 62.1.1 to limit bursaries to one per applicant (5 to 2).
• Approved use of Bill 7 for non-residential property development incentives.

Library Board

The County of Wetaskiwin Library Board is meeting to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson for 2021, approve minutes, and hear a delegation from the Public Library Services Branch about the 2021-2025 Plan of Service. The board will also review annual reports from local libraries and a 2020 survey, plus receive information items from various libraries.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2021
• Delegation from Jordan DeSousa (PLSB) on 2021-2025 Plan of Service
• Annual reports from Alder Flats/Buck Lake, Pigeon Lake, and Winfield libraries for 2020
• 2020 County of Wetaskiwin Library Board Survey results
• Information items: YRL newsletters, library minutes, and inventory statistics

The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Library Board elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Chairperson for 2021 after other nominees declined. The board directed administration to bring forward a draft 2021-2025 Plan of Service for review, based on feedback from a workshop with the Public Library Services Branch. The board also approved annual reports from three local libraries and the Public Library Survey, and accepted several information items.

• Elected Kathy Rooyakkers as Chairperson for 2021; Christine Cripps-Woods elected Vice-Chairperson.
• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the minutes from the October 29, 2020 meeting.
• Directed administration to bring forward a draft Plan of Service for review at the next meeting.
• Approved annual reports from Alder Flats/Buck Lake, Lakedell (Pigeon Lake), and Winfield libraries.
• Approved the Public Library Survey for the County of Wetaskiwin Library Board.
• Accepted Yellowhead Regional Library newsletters and minutes/statistics from several local libraries as information.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:56 p.m.

Planning and Economic Development Committee

The County of Wetaskiwin's Land Use Bylaw Committee is meeting to discuss and receive reports on several land-use policy items, including a possible zoning addition for cannabis retail stores, new zoning for gravel pits, a community aggregate payment levy bylaw, and updates to the pavement and per-lot road contribution policy. The committee will also hear a delegation from Municipal Planning Services on the Municipal Development Plan update kick-off. No final decisions are recorded in the agenda; items are listed for discussion and report.

• Proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment to add cannabis retail store as a permitted use
• Proposed new zoning for natural resource extraction (gravel pits)
• Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw proposal (sand and gravel)
• Pavement and Per Lot Road Contribution Policy update (Policy 6615)
• Municipal Development Plan (MDP) update kick-off with Municipal Planning Services

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council General Meeting on February 11, 2021, includes a public hearing for a proposed spot rezoning of the Ruskowsky property (NE 10-45-28-W4M, Roll #2617.00) from Agricultural (AG) to Recreational (R). Council will also consider consent items, a delegation on recreation zones, a COVID-19 update, and several new business items including policy amendments and land sale requests. The meeting includes a closed session for IUOE negotiations update.

• Public hearing: Proposed spot rezoning from Agricultural (AG) to Recreational (R) for John & Heather Ruskowsky, NE 10-45-28-W4M, Roll #2617.00
• Consent agenda: December 2020 bank reconciliation, accounts payable to January 29, 2021 (cheques 142923–143032), January 2021 protective services and development reports
• Delegation: Geoff Lynch, Director of Leisure & Community Services, on Recreation Zones 2, 3 & 4 meeting extension request
• New business: Proposed amendments to Grants to Organizations Policy #12.3.2
• New business: Request for sale of County land NE-18-46-3-W5

Council gave final reading to Bylaw 2021/11, rezoning a portion of NE 10-45-28-W4M from Agricultural to Recreational for a rural events centre. Council also approved the sale of county land in Winfield for $17,010, accepted a memorandum of agreement with IUOE Local 955, and approved several administrative items.

• Approved Bylaw 2021/11 rezoning NE 10-45-28-W4M from Agricultural to Recreational (unanimous)
• Approved sale of county land NE-18-46-3-W5M for $17,010 (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of agreement with IUOE Local 955 (unanimous)
• Approved transfer of $8,077.95 in outstanding utility charges to tax roll (unanimous)
• Approved amendments to Grants to Organizations Policy #12.3.2 (unanimous)
• Approved postponing Recreation Zones 2, 3 & 4 meetings until in-person gatherings allowed (unanimous)
• Approved feedback to AER Directive 067 emphasizing unpaid municipal taxes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bank reconciliation, and reports (unanimous)

WPCAB Meeting

This is a short procedural meeting of the Weed and Pest Control Appeal Board. The only listed actions are calling the meeting to order, approving the agenda, and approving the minutes from the January 14, 2021 meeting. No substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes from January 14, 2021 meeting

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is holding a hearing on two appeals: one against a development permit for a boat rental business, and one against a stop order for a mobile home. The board will also consider approving previous meeting minutes and may enter a closed session.

• Appeal of Development Permit D20/224 for a boat rental business at NW 10-47-24-W4M, Roll 125312
• Appeal of Stop Order for HWY 2 Family Diner Ltd at NW 4-46-3-W5M, P.0125415 B.1 L. 1B
• Approval of SDAB minutes from January 19, 2021
• Closed to the public session listed on agenda

Agricultural Service Board Meeting

The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to discuss agricultural services, including a delegation about the Pigeon Lake Weir, sustainable funding for the provincial committee, and strategic planning outcomes. The agenda also includes routine consent items and information reports.

• Delegation by Clifford Stone on concerns regarding the Pigeon Lake Weir
• Discussion on sustainable funding for the Agricultural Service Board Provincial Committee
• Review of 2021 Agricultural Service Board Strategic Planning Outcomes
• Approved amendments to Agricultural Bursaries Policy #62.1.1
• Consent agenda includes minutes, director's report, sustainable agriculture report, and ALUS report

The Agricultural Service Board approved sending letters supporting landowners on Pigeon Lake Weir management, recommended funding for a provincial committee, and accepted strategic planning documents. It also voted 4-3 to ask Council to reconsider the Agricultural Bursaries Policy, specifically Sections 1.1 and 2.5. All other items were approved unanimously.

• Approved sending correspondence to ministers re Pigeon Lake Weir (unanimous)
• Recommended funding for Agricultural Service Board Provincial Committee (unanimous)
• Accepted strategic planning outcomes for Council approval (unanimous)
• Requested Council reconsider Agricultural Bursaries Policy Sections 1.1 and 2.5 (4-3)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and reports (unanimous)
• Set next meeting for April 9, 2021 (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider several reports and requests, including a fire hazard assessment tied to a proposed environmental reserve redesignation at Sunset Bay, amendments to the Road Protection Bylaw, RCMP quarterly reports, and a request from Xplornet for a letter of support for a broadband funding application. Council will also review routine consent items, COVID-19 strategy updates, road allowance lease renewals, and a draft intermunicipal development plan for Pigeon Lake North.

• Fire hazard assessment for proposed Environmental Reserve redesignation at Sunset Bay Subdivision
• Proposed amendments to Road Protection Bylaw 201421
• RCMP quarterly reports for Wetaskiwin, Thorsby, and Breton
• Xplornet request for letter of support for Universal Broadband Fund
• 2021 public auction sale date setting

Council gave three readings to Bylaw 2021/10, establishing protection of the County's road infrastructure, and declared it finally passed. Council also approved a road allowance lease renewal, set a public auction date for tax arrears properties, and provided a letter of support to Xplornet for a broadband fund application (6-1).

• Bylaw 2021/10 (Road Protection Bylaw) given three readings and declared finally passed (unanimous)
• Approved road allowance lease renewal for M & J Farms Ltd., 4.07 acres at $81.40/year for 3 years (unanimous)
• Approved Public Auction date of May 5, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. for tax arrears properties (unanimous)
• Provided letter of support to Xplornet for Universal Broadband Fund application (6-1)
• Accepted fire hazard assessment for Sunset Bay Subdivision Environmental Reserve as information (unanimous)
• Accepted Covid Strategy/Update as information (unanimous)
• Accepted RCMP quarterly reports as information (unanimous)
• Accepted draft Pigeon Lake North IDP and requested MPS attendance (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council general meeting includes two public hearings for proposed rezonings from Agricultural (AG) to Country Residential (CR), along with several reports and decisions on items such as audit services, library funding, election subdivisions, local improvement bylaws, fire agreements, and policy amendments. The agenda also includes consent items, information items, and closed session discussions on union negotiations and a tender result.

• Public hearing: Proposed rezoning from AG to CR for David & Gayle Blackwood, SW 14-47-28-W4M, Roll #491.00
• Public hearing: Proposed spot rezoning from AG to CR for Antonius & Annie Prinse, SE 30-46-22-W4M, Roll #283.00
• MNP Audit Service Plan presentation
• Millet Library request for funding
• Proposed amendments to Fees and Charges Bylaw 2020/19 and Bylaw 2020/66

Council approved several bylaws and agreements, including rezoning for two properties, a cost-sharing agreement with the Town of Millet, and a contract for the Dorchester Lift Station. They also denied a funding request from the Millet Public Library and tabled a wild boar bylaw pending further information.

• Approved Bylaw 2021/03 rezoning 5.21 acres to Country Residential (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/04 rezoning 5 acres to Country Residential (unanimous)
• Approved cost-sharing agreement with Town of Millet for recreation facilities (unanimous)
• Denied Millet Public Library funding request of $47,000 (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 voting subdivisions for general election (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 2021/05, 2021/06, 2021/07 for local improvement wastewater systems (unanimous)
• Approved contract for Dorchester Lift Station to Parkway Enterprises Ltd. for $1,063,969.39 (unanimous)
• Tabled Wild Boar Bylaw 2021/08 pending further information (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear an appeal by RedQ Holdings Inc. (Kyle Chrystian) regarding the refusal of Development Permit D20/167, File #2861.79. The board will also approve the agenda and minutes from the January 7, 2021 meeting. The meeting includes a delegation at 5:15 p.m. and a closed-to-public session.

• Appeal of refused Development Permit D20/167 by RedQ Holdings Inc. (Kyle Chrystian), File #2861.79
• Minutes approval for January 7, 2021 meeting
• Delegation at 5:15 p.m. regarding the development permit refusal
• Closed-to-public session scheduled

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board upheld the County's refusal of Development Permit D20/167 for commercial recreational vehicle storage on Lot 33, Block 3, Plan 0824199 in River Ridge Estates. The Board unanimously denied the appeal, citing incompatibility of mixed commercial and personal RV uses, insufficient screening, and lack of all-weather access. The Board also directed Administration to investigate whether Appendix A includes all attachments in an adopted Bylaw.

• Upheld refusal of Development Permit D20/167 for commercial RV storage (unanimous)
• Denied appeal by RedQ Holdings Inc. for RV storage on Lot 33, Block 3, Plan 0824199 (unanimous)
• Directed Administration to investigate whether Appendix A includes all attachments in an adopted Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved January 7, 2021 minutes as amended (unanimous)
• Set next hearing date for February 11, 2021 at 5:15 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 7:53 p.m. (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin council is meeting to consider two rezoning applications, hear a delegation from Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools, and discuss several administrative items including COVID-19 updates, oil and gas tax cancellations, and road allowance lease renewals. The agenda includes public hearings for a spot rezoning from Agricultural to Country Residential and a rezoning from Urban Residential to Direct Control for a parking lot project.

• Public hearing: proposed spot rezoning from Agricultural (AG) to Country Residential (CR) for NE 20-45-6-W5M, Roll #4360.00
• Public hearing: proposed rezoning from Urban Residential (UR) to Direct Control (DC) for Lot 12, Block 2, Plan 5289HW, SW 14-47-28-W4M, Roll #2735.44 (Mulhurst parking lot)
• Delegation from Wetaskiwin Regional Public Schools on long-range planning
• Report on 2020 oil and gas tax cancellations
• Tender results for Dorchester Lift Station

Council approved cancelling 2015-2020 oil and gas tax levies totaling $1,531,110.67 plus penalties, and applied for provincial rebates. A proposed rezoning for a country residential lot was defeated. A rezoning to Direct Control for a parking lot was approved. The Dorchester Lift Station tender award was tabled to January 26, 2021.

• Approved cancelling 2015-2020 oil and gas tax levies totaling $1,531,110.67 plus 7% penalty (unanimous)
• Approved road allowance lease renewals for Dean Colborne and Kevin & Cindy Trombley (unanimous)
• Defeated first reading of Bylaw 2021/01 to rezone 6.09 acres from AG to CR for Rocky McKay
• Approved Bylaw 2021/02 to rezone 2.49 acres from UR to DC for parking lot construction (unanimous)
• Tabled award of Dorchester Lift Station tender to January 26, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Supported dispute resolution outcome for West Dried Meat Lake Regional Solid Waste Authority (unanimous)

SDAB Hearing

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is meeting to hear an appeal regarding the refusal of Development Permit D20/220 for Ted Reimchen (File #1253.06). The agenda also includes approval of minutes from October 1, 2020, and standard procedural items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Refusal of Development Permit D20/220 – REIMCHEN, Ted (File #1253.06) – report and hearing
• Minutes approval – October 1, 2020
• Delegations at 5:15 p.m.

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board upheld Ted Reimchen's appeal and approved Development Permit D20/220 for existing decks and a balcony at Blue Bird Estates, despite the rear yard setback deficiency. The board relaxed the required 10-metre rear yard setback to 1.46 metres, citing no objections from adjacent landowners and no interference with neighboring lands or the Municipal Reserve. The permit includes conditions such as obtaining a Safety Codes permit and approval from Alberta Transportation.

• Approved Development Permit D20/220 for existing decks and balcony (unanimous)
• Relaxed rear yard setback from 10m to 1.46m for the 8.45m x 1.22m deck
• Required applicant to obtain Safety Codes permit from Superior Safety Codes Inc.
• Required development approval from Alberta Transportation
• Approved agenda and previous minutes as amended (unanimous)

Council General Meeting

The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider a subdivision application from Carrol Land Developments Inc., hear a presentation from STARS, and vote on numerous proposed policy amendments and rescissions. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, reports, and financial statements. Most of the meeting is dedicated to administrative policy updates rather than major new projects.

• Subdivision application RW/20/15 by Carrol Land Developments Inc. for Block D, Plan 8320974, SE 13-46-6-W5M
• STARS air ambulance presentation by Glenda Farnden
• Proposed amendments to policies on career development, vehicle allowance, cost of living adjustments, and executive limitations
• Rescission of policies on public security peace officer program, dog adoption, home support fee schedule, and subdivision approval process
• Road allowance lease renewals to January 5, 2021