County of Wetaskiwin public meetings in 2024
43 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Agricultural Service Board will meet to approve minutes, review director and sustainable agriculture reports, and decide on equipment rental rates and resolutions for the 2025 provincial conference.
- Approval of October 31, 2024 minutes
- Review of 2025 ASB Provincial Conference resolutions
- Review of equipment rental rates
- Director of Agricultural Services Report
- Sustainable Agriculture Program Report
South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission
The South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission is meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair for 2024-25, approve past minutes, and consider several financial and operational items. Key decisions include the 2025 operating and capital budget, a request for a Muffin Monster grinder replacement at Lift Station 1, and a notice of motion on village wastewater cost-sharing. The commission will also review asset management and capacity study plans.
- Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for 2024-25
- 2025 Operating and Capital Budget – Request for Decision
- Request for Equipment Replacement – Muffin Monster Grinder – Lift Station #1
- Notice of Motion – Director LaJeunesse – Village Assessments (wastewater cost-sharing formula)
- South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission Asset Management Plan & System Capacity Study
Council General Meeting
The council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Land Use Bylaw 2024/66. They will also discuss the 2025 season for Red Deer Lake Campground and consider several new bylaws, including a Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery bylaw and a fees and charges bylaw. Other items include a development permit for a Direct Control District and requests to waive late fees.
- Public hearing on Land Use Bylaw 2024/66
- Red Deer Lake Campground 2025 season discussion
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-69 Wetaskiwin Memorial Cemetery Bylaw
- Proposed Bylaw 2024/70 Fees & Charges
- Direct Control District development permit for NE 9-46-24-W4M
Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission
The Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission is reviewing its 2025 operating and capital budget. The meeting includes discussions on proposed amendments to the Rates & Charges Bylaw and updates regarding wastewater system capacity.
- 2025 Operating and Capital Budget
- Bylaw 2024/01: Proposed Amendments to Rates & Charges Bylaw
- Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater System Capacity Review Update
- Golden Days Emergency Access Road via Utility Right-of-Way Agreement Update
- Election of 2024-25 Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
Council Budget
The Council will meet to discuss and approve the 2025 Operating Budget and the 2025 Capital Budget. Additionally, the body is requested to make a decision regarding a draft Reserve Policy.
- Approval of 2025 Operating Budget
- Approval of 2025 Capital Budget
- Decision on Draft Reserve Policy
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will consider a rezoning request for Evergreen Park Estates and review the 2024 year-to-date budget variance. The meeting also includes a first reading of a Land Use Bylaw update and a proposed procedural bylaw.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2024/62 to rezone Evergreen Park Estates from Agricultural (AG) to Country Residential (CR)
- First reading of Land Use Bylaw 2024/66
- Decision on Bylaw 2024/68 Proposed Procedural Bylaw
- Review of 2024 YTD Budget Variance Analysis as of September 30, 2024
- Review of preliminary budget for Fleet and Utilities
Council General Meeting
Council is reviewing the proposed 2025 budget, including operations, capital, and taxation. Department heads present their operating and capital budgets. No final decisions or dollar amounts are specified in the agenda.
- Overview of proposed 2025 operations, capital, and taxation budgets
- Legislative Services operating budget presentation
- Administration and Finance department reviews
- Fire Services capital presentation
- Roads capital and Fleet capital presentations
Council General Meeting
The council will hear a presentation from Bright Diamond Consulting on the Bright Meadows development and consider several road closure bylaws, contract renewals for park attendants, and a new Election Bylaw. A development permit for Lot C, Plan 7922894 is also up for decision. The meeting includes closed session items under FOIP.
- Bright Diamond Consulting presentation and request for decision on Bright Meadows development
- Contract renewals for Battle Lake, Coal Lake South, and Mound Red park attendants
- Road closure bylaws: Bylaws 2024/13, 2024/14, 2024/16, and 2024/17 for various parcels
- Direct Control District Development Permit for Lot C, Plan 7922894
- Bylaw 2024/61 Election Bylaw (request for decision)
Agricultural Service Board Organizational Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Agricultural Service Board will meet to elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson for the 2024-2025 term. The meeting is scheduled for October 31, 2024, at 9:00 a.m. in the Council Chambers.
- Election of Chairperson for 2024-2025
- Election of Vice-Chairperson for 2024-2025
- Review of Policy 62.0.1 Agricultural Service Board Governance
Council Organizational Meeting
The Wetaskiwin County Council will vote to appoint the Reeve and Deputy Reeve for the 2024‑2025 term, administer their oaths of office, and approve the regular council meeting schedule for 2024‑2025. The council will also decide on dissolving a council committee and appoint members to various internal, external, joint, and other committees.
- Appointment of Reeve 2024‑2025 – decision required
- Appointment of Deputy Reeve 2024‑2025 – decision required
- Oath of Office for Reeve – decision required
- Oath of Office for Deputy Reeve – decision required
- Approval of 2024‑2025 council meeting schedule
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposed redistricting from Agricultural to Agricultural Hobby Farm. The meeting also includes decisions on wastewater system tenders and budget variance analysis.
- Public Hearing: Bylaw 2024/60 to redistrict Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 2321935 (Roll #2493.00) from Agricultural to Agricultural Hobby Farm
- Tender results for Village West Estates Wastewater System
- 2024 YTD Budget Variance Analysis as of September 30, 2024
- Decision on outstanding fire charges for East West Millet Rural Fire Department (Roll 127005)
- Resident concern regarding the RR 243A-242A intersection
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will meet on October 8, 2024, to approve minutes, consent agenda items, and delegations. The meeting includes a public hearing on a proposed rezoning and decisions on area structure plans, subdivision extensions, and a community-based policing study.
- Public Hearing: Proposed rezoning NW 5-45-6-W5M (Agricultural to Agricultural Hobby Farm)
- Bylaw 2024/58: Second and third reading for Evergreen Park Estates, Phase Two area structure plan
- Second Subdivision Extension: RW/22/15 (MPS File #22-R-542) – Request for Decision
- Community Based Policing Study: Final Report and Addendum – Request for Decision
- Proposed Fire Services Level of Service Policy 23.1.3 – Request for Decision
Library Board
The County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Library Board is meeting to discuss financial reports and the preliminary budget for 2025. The board will also review reports and budget drafts from the Yellowhead Regional Library and local library societies.
- Preliminary Budget for 2025 and Financial Report estimated to December 31, 2024
- Yellowhead Regional Library Draft 2025 Budget and Overview
- Alder Flats Buck Lake Public Library Society transition to Follett briefing note
- Alder Flats Buck Lake Public Library Society September 2024 minutes
- Millet Public Library April 2024 minutes and April to July 2024 Managers Report
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will consider a proposed Area Structure Plan for Evergreen Park Estates, Phase Two. The meeting includes decisions on a reserve policy, funding for the Chamber of Commerce, and various staff and service policies.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2024/58 regarding Evergreen Park Estates, Phase Two
- Chamber of Commerce 2025 annual funding request
- Decision on a Draft Reserve Policy
- Proposed road improvements for traffic management
- Request for decision on a proposed hydrogen retrofit
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will review requests for ERP consulting funding and an invoice reduction for Lok Farms Ltd. The body is also deciding on a floating sauna proposal and a subdivision extension for Schmidt Agriculture Ltd.
- ERP Consulting and Procurement Funding Approval
- Twin Lakes Floating Sauna Proposal from Simon & Mandy Gommerud
- Bylaw 2024/50 – Assessment Review Board (ARB) Bylaw
- Second Subdivision Extension for Schmidt Agriculture Ltd. – RW/22/11
- Request for speed investigation on Hwy 814 Access Road East of Millet
Library Board
The Library Board is reviewing several information items regarding local library societies. These include financial statements, budgets, and meeting minutes from various community organizations.
- Alder Flats Buck Lake Public Library Society 2023 Financials and 2024 Budget
- Alder Flats Buck Lake Public Library Society May 2024 Regular and Annual General Meeting Minutes
- Lakedell Area Community Library Society February 2024 minutes
- Millet Public Library February 2024 minutes and January to March 2024 Managers Report
Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board will review several reports and requests for decisions. The agenda includes a site visit from the Government of Alberta's ASB Program Team and a discussion regarding the 2024 Joint Economic Development Initiatives Ag Forum.
- Director of Agricultural Services Report
- Agricultural Service Project Costing Report – June 2024
- Sustainable Agriculture Report
- ASB Program Team site visit by Government of Alberta
- 2024 Joint Economic Development Initiatives (JEDI) Ag Forum discussion
Council General Meeting
The Council will review several requests for decisions including land use bylaw amendments and MSI grant allocations. The meeting also includes reviewing tender results for road and pavement upgrades as well as a feasibility study for tanker shuttle services.
- Public Hearing: Land Use Bylaw Amendment 2024/44
- MSI Community Facility Funding Approval
- Tender Results: Pavement Upgrades (West Pt Beach, Buck Lk Estates)
- Tender Results: Shoulder Pull and Upgrades (TR 472, RR 242, RR 244)
- Tender Results: Twp Rd 460 Shoulder Pull Upgrade
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council is meeting to consider repealing the Intermunicipal Development Plan with Brazeau County. The agenda also includes discussions on development concerns, pavement maintenance tender results, and outstanding fire charges.
- Public Hearing: Bylaw 2024/39 regarding the repeal of the Intermunicipal Development Plan between Brazeau County and the County of Wetaskiwin
- Development Concerns: NW 2-4-4-W5M, Roll #3857.01
- Tender Results: 2024 Pavement Maintenance (Sealing and Painting)
- Outstanding Fire Charges: South Pigeon Lake Fire Department – Roll #2908.00
JEDI Regular Board Meeting
The JEDI Board will review several new business items including a residential solar grant program and the rescinding of an operating reserve fund policy. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding the status and budget of a digital sign project.
- Residential Solar Installation Grant Program report
- Rescinding of Operating Reserve Fund Policy 3.1.1
- Digital Sign Project Status and Budget Update
- Small Community Opportunity Project update
- 2024 Ag Forum date, format, and topics
Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission
The Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission will review monthly cash statements and bank reconciliations for October 2023 through March 2024, alongside a financial variance report as of March 31, 2024. Staff will present accounts payable cheques 2805 to 2830 for approval and discuss wastewater capacity expansion opportunities. Members are asked to consider a request regarding emergency access to the Bar V Nok Camp area for Golden Days. The commission will also appoint an auditor for the 2024–25 term.
- Wastewater Capacity Review and Expansion Opportunities report by Neil Powell
- Emergency Access Update requesting a decision on access to Bar V Nok Camp for Golden Days
- Appointment of the NEPLRSC Auditor for 2024–25
- Approval of accounts payable cheques 2805 to 2830 and monthly cash statements (October 2023–March 2024)
- Financial Variance Report as of March 31, 2024
Council General Meeting
The Council will consider the closure of the Winfield Community Health Centre and review Proposed Mill Rate Bylaw 2024/41. Public hearings are scheduled for rezoning applications at Pine Haven Colony and the Rowland & Verstrepen property. The agenda also includes updates on Buck Lake capital projects and gravel road grading optimization.
- Public hearing: Rezoning Pine Haven Colony (HDR to AG and AG to IS)
- Public hearing: Rezoning Rowland & Verstrepen property (IS to UC)
- Proposed Mill Rate Bylaw 2024/41
- Discussion regarding the closure of Winfield Community Health Centre
- Proposal for optimized gravel road grading deployment
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin is reviewing several requests for decision regarding special taxes for wastewater, drainage, and dust control. The agenda also includes proposals for land use bylaw updates and grant recommendations.
- Special tax bylaws for sewer extensions in the Hamlet of Winfield
- Land Use Bylaw Review & Update Project scope change proposal
- 2024 FCSS Grant Recommendations
- Equipment request for South Pigeon Lake Fire Department
- Amendments to road closure bylaws
Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission
The Northeast Pigeon Lake Regional Services Commission is meeting to receive a report on the 2023 audited financial statements. The agenda includes a delegation from Dan Luymes of BDO Canada LLP regarding these financial records.
- 2023 NEPLRSC Audited Financial Statements report
Planning and Economic Development Committee
The committee will review the minutes from the April 11, 2024, meeting. The agenda also includes a closed session under FOIP Section 29.
- Review of April 11, 2024, Planning & Economic Development Committee Meeting Minutes
- Closed session pursuant to FOIP Section 29
Council General Meeting
The Council will review the 2023 audited financial statements and the year-to-date budget variance analysis as of March 31, 2024. The agenda also includes decisions on five road closure bylaws and various subdivision proposals. Additionally, the council will consider amendments to the Special Events Bylaw.
- Review of 2023 Audited Financial Statements
- Five proposed road closure and sale bylaws
- Summerhaven Subdivision road options decision
- Amendments to the Special Events Bylaw (Bylaw 2024/09)
- Tender results for TR 472 Local Road Construction (3.5 km)
South Pigeon Lake Regional Wastewater Commission
The Commission will review the 2023 audited financial statements and utility reports. Members will consider requests for decisions regarding an asset management capital plan and a pump purchase. The agenda also includes reviews of accounts payable and cash statements.
- Request for decision: SPLRWC Asset Management Capital Plan
- Request for decision: 2024 capital purchase of a pump
- Report: 2023 Audited Financial Statements
- Appointment of the 2024 SPLRWC Auditor
- Review of financial variance reports through March 31, 2024
Planning and Economic Development Committee
This meeting consists of procedural approvals and closed sessions under FOIP. No public development projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Approval of March 7, 2024, minutes
- Closed session regarding FOIP Section 29
- Closed session regarding FOIP Section 16
Council General Meeting
The Council will review several recreation funding requests for Zones 1, 2, 3, and 5. Other items include a public hearing for land redistricting at Wizard Lake Watershed and discussions on various bylaws.
- Public Hearing: Bylaw 2024/18 regarding redistricting from Wizard Lake Watershed to Agricultural (SE 33-47-27-W4M)
- Recreation funding requests for Zones 1, 2, 3, and 5
- Tender results for Buck Lake Park Attendant 2024
- Proposed Special Events Bylaw (Bylaw 2024-09)
- Bylaw 2024/05 regarding Fees and Charges
Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is reviewing the weed enforcement process for the 2024 season. The board will also consider updates regarding custom spraying on private land and the 'Know Your Food' trailer. Additionally, reports on sustainable agriculture and a ministry field visit are scheduled for discussion.
- Weed enforcement process for the 2024 season
- 2024 ‘Know Your Food’ Trailer update
- Custom spraying on private land
- ALUS Wetaskiwin-Leduc program summary
- Ministry of Agriculture & Irrigation field visit
Council General Meeting
The Council will review several public hearings regarding land redistricting for agricultural and residential uses. The agenda also includes discussions on utility service contracts, wildfire preparation, and various land-related requests.
- Public Hearing: Rezoning Agricultural (AG) to Agricultural Hobby Farm (AHF) at SE 3-47-24-W4M
- Public Hearing: Rezoning Urban Commercial (UC) to Urban Residential (UR) at Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 6055HW
- Services Contract update for Village Lane Condos and Sunset Harbour
- Request for sale/purchase of County land SW-18-046-03-W5M
- Proposed boundary adjustment for Plan 1423284, Block 3, Lot 2MR
Council General Meeting
The Council will review a public hearing for land rezoning and a boundary adjustment request. Additional items include discussions on seasonal dock policies, winter operations, and the repeal of an intermunicipal development plan.
- Public Hearing: Bylaw 2024/10 regarding rezoning from Direct Control to Urban Residential
- Delegation: Proposed boundary adjustment for Lot 2MR, Block 3, Plan 1423284
- Proposed amendments to Seasonal Dock & Mooring Structure Installation Policy #61.0.4
- Intermunicipal Development Plan repeal involving Brazeau County and Clearwater County
- New policy review for Winter Operations: Snow and Ice Removal
Planning and Economic Development Committee
The committee will review a request for direction regarding the Land Use Bylaw update. Additionally, they will consider Bylaw 2024/06, which proposes updates to the Municipal Lands Bylaw.
- Land Use Bylaw Review and Update
- Bylaw 2024/06 – Proposed Updated Municipal Lands Bylaw
Council General Meeting
The Council will consider several requests for decisions, including arena fire alarm upgrades and service agreement amendments with JEDI. The agenda also includes presentations from the Battle River Watershed Alliance and the Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, council will review updates to seasonal dock policies and dust control applications near Lakeland Estates.
- Winfield Arena fire alarm system request for decision
- Amendment of service agreements with Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI)
- Proposed amendments to Seasonal Dock & Mooring Structure Installation Policy
- Dust control application and speed rate reduction near Lakeland Estates
- Implementation of an online fire permit system
Library Board
The Library Board will conduct elections for a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the 2024 year. The board is also reviewing library service points funding and receiving annual reports from several local libraries.
- Election of 2024 Chairperson
- Election of 2024 Vice-Chairperson
- Library Service Points Funding Review
- Annual Reports for Alder Flats/Buck Lake, Lakedell Area, Winfield, Millet, and Wetaskiwin libraries
- Lakedell Area Community Library Society 2024 Draft Budget
Council Special Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a verbal discussion regarding the Winfield Arena Recognition Awards. The meeting also includes a closed session under FOIP S. 16.
- Winfield Arena Recognition Awards discussion
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will discuss several infrastructure and regulatory updates. Key items include an RFP for the Winfield Wastewater Lagoon Upgrade and a new proposed Municipal Lands Bylaw. The agenda also includes road closure requests and cemetery bylaw amendments.
- RFP for engineering services for Winfield Wastewater Lagoon Upgrade
- Proposed road closures and land sales at RR 231 and SW 3_46_7 W5M
- Amendments to the Wetaxiwin Memorial Cemetery Bylaw
- Cost sharing agreement for Wizard Lake Weir
- Battle Lake Park Attendant contract renewal
Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is reviewing reports on agricultural service project costing and sustainable agriculture programs. The board will also consider decisions regarding the AgriRecovery Program expansion and updates on bills related to prohibiting horse exportation for slaughter.
- AgriRecovery Program Expansion (Request for Decision)
- Proposed Bills S-270 & C-355 regarding prohibition of horse exportation for slaughter
- 2024 Joint Economic Development Initiatives (JEDI) Ag Forum
- Battle River Watershed Alliance 2023 Outstanding In Stewardship nominations
JEDI Regular Board Meeting
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Council General Meeting
The Council will consider several public hearings regarding land use amendments and area structure plans. Additional business includes reviewing fire service agreements with Summer Villages and a budget variance analysis for December 2023.
- Public Hearing: Bylaw 2024/04 Proposed Land Use Amendment - Redistricting (NE 5-46-6-W5M)
- Public Hearing: Bylaw 2024/02 Proposed Area Structure Plan - Hoffman (SE 3-47-24-W4M)
- Fire Service Agreements with Summer Villages (2024-2028)
- December 2023 Budget Variance Analysis
- Range Road 10 and Highway 616 Intersection
Planning and Economic Development Committee
The Planning and Economic Development Committee will review a Land Use Bylaw update and proposed changes to the strip of farmland policy. The committee is also scheduled to elect a Chairperson for the 2023/24 year.
- Election of Chairperson for the 2023/24 Year
- Land Use Bylaw Review and Update
- Amendments to Policy #61.1.10 regarding inclusion of strip of farmland
SDAB Hearing
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is conducting a hearing for an appeal of development permit application D23/220. The board will hear presentations from the development authority, the applicant or appellant, and any affected persons.
- Appeal of Development Permit Application D23/220
Council General Meeting
The County of Wetaskiwin Council will consider routine administrative reports, renew fire service agreements with local summer villages for five years, approve a road maintenance agreement with Grandview, adjust fees in Schedules D, E, and F of the Fees and Charges Bylaw 2020-19, and appoint a new Subdivision & Development Appeal Board member. A public hearing will address Bylaw 2024/01 for the Pigeon Lake South Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP). Closed sessions will cover salary reviews and grant opportunities under Alberta’s FOIP legislation.
- Public hearing on Bylaw 2024/01 for the Pigeon Lake South Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP)
- Five-year renewal of fire service agreements with Summer Villages
- Proposed road maintenance agreement with the Summer Village of Grandview (RR12)
- Amendments to Fees and Charges Bylaw 2020-19 covering Schedules D, E, and F
- Appointment of a new Subdivision & Development Appeal Board member