Corman Park No. 344 public meetings in 2024

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee will conduct a preliminary review of the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget. The recommendation is to receive the budget package as information for Council's further direction. No decisions on adoption or tax levies are being made at this meeting.

• Preliminary 2025 Operating and Capital Budget review

The Administration Committee met on December 18, 2024, and approved its agenda. The committee then conducted a preliminary review of the 2025 Operating and Capital Budget, with a break from 10:25 am to 10:30 am. The meeting was suspended at 12:27 pm, with no formal decisions made on the budget.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Suspended meeting at 12:27 pm

Council

This special council meeting is called to review a gravel crushing tender. No other business is on the agenda.

• Review of gravel crushing tender

At a special meeting, council awarded the 2025 aggregates production and stockpiling tender to Lafarge Canada Inc. for $1,186,500 plus PST, and approved a 10% contingency for additional gravel. Council also directed the contractor to provide a scale for the crushing process and requested a report on gravel crushing and hauling methods by Q2. The construction administration services RFP was awarded to Prairie Road Solutions for $87,223.20 plus PST. All resolutions passed unanimously.

• Awarded 2025 aggregates tender to Lafarge Canada Inc. for $1,186,500 plus PST (unanimous)
• Approved 10% contingency ($118,650 plus PST) for additional gravel (unanimous)
• Directed contractor to provide a scale for crushing process (unanimous)
• Requested report on gravel crushing and hauling methods by Q2 (unanimous)
• Awarded construction administration services RFP to Prairie Road Solutions for $87,223.20 plus PST (unanimous)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review operational and capital budget reports and Mastercard statements. The body will also examine police activity reports, including provincial tickets and occurrence data.

• Operational and Capital Budget Report
• Mastercard Statement
• Provincial Tickets by Zone and Type Reports
• Occurrence and CAD Event Reports

The Police Commission unanimously approved routine financial and activity reports, accepted correspondence, and appointed Reeve Joe Hargrave as Vice Chair. Chief Chomyn reported on staffing changes, including a new recruit, and noted increased patrols in the Edgemont area due to break-ins. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved November Mastercard statement (unanimous)
• Approved November Operations Budget Report (unanimous)
• Approved November Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved November Cheque Detail Report (unanimous)
• Approved November Provincial Tickets by Zone Report (unanimous)
• Approved November Provincial Tickets by Type Report (unanimous)
• Approved November Occurrence Report (unanimous)
• Appointed Reeve Joe Hargrave as Vice Chair (unanimous)

Council

Council will decide on several land-use changes, including rezoning agricultural land for residential and commercial use. The meeting also includes a proposal to rescind the municipality's tax abatement policy and the adoption of a new civic addressing bylaw.

• Bylaws 29/24 and 30/24 to rezone agricultural land to Agricultural Residential 1 District
• Bylaw 47/23 to rezone Parcel ‘B’, SE 08-38-05-W3, Ext. 2 to Arterial Commercial 2 District
• Application by 101120614 Saskatchewan Ltd. to subdivide 45 country residential lots and 3 utility parcels
• Proposal to rescind Tax Abatement Policy FI-022 and stop offering tax abatements
• Bylaw 32/24 to regulate the establishment and maintenance of a System for Civic Addressing

Council approved several rezoning and subdivision applications, adopted the Civic Addressing Bylaw 32/24, and rescinded the Tax Abatement Policy Fl-022 in a 6-3 vote. The gravel crushing tender award was tabled to a special meeting on December 18, 2024.

• Adopted Bylaw 30/24 (Oosterlaken rezoning) (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 29/24 (Spoonheim rezoning) (unanimous)
• Approved Overpass Farms rezoning and subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved D & T Hunchak rezoning and subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Eagle Heights 45-lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved three discretionary use permits (unanimous)
• Rescinded Tax Abatement Policy Fl-022 (6-3)
• Adopted Civic Addressing Bylaw 32/24 (unanimous)

Council

This is a special council meeting with the only substantive item being an in-camera session under LAFOIP to receive advice from officials on council orientation. No public decisions or votes are scheduled.

• In-camera session under LAFOIP Section 16(1)(a) for advice from officials on council orientation

Hamlets

The Merrill Hills Hamlet Board held its 2024 Annual General Meeting to review the budget and address community maintenance. Members discussed road damage caused by new construction and potential traffic safety improvements to reduce speeding.

• Expected 2024 revenue of $44,210, similar to 2023
• Discussion on road repair costs related to 3 new home builds
• Proposal to reduce speed limit from 60 km/h to 40 km/h
• Plan to spray 40 acres for leafy spurge containment in 2025
• Fundraiser at Mulberry’s scheduled for March 27, 2025

The Merrill Hills Hamlet Annual General Meeting was held virtually on December 12, 2024. The board approved the agenda and minutes, and discussed the 2024 budget, road repairs, water testing, grass cutting, leafy spurge control, speeding concerns, and community updates. No formal decisions were made on these topics; the meeting was primarily informational and planning-focused.

• Approved agenda for December 12, 2024 meeting
• Approved minutes of previous meeting as presented
• Board retained Jerry Guest as Chair and Cody Sander as Vice Chair
• Agreed to continue grass cutting with Rowan Guest in 2025 if available
• Planned to maintain 30-foot buffer for leafy spurge control in 2025
• Agreed to investigate cost-sharing for road repairs with RM
• Agreed to work with Corman Park Police on speeding patrol timing
• Agreed to publish water testing calendar

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission will review multiple rezoning, subdivision, and discretionary use applications, including a proposal by David and Tracy Hunchak to create two residential parcels from an agricultural holding. Other applications include Overpass Farms Inc. and L & L Gravel & Ranching Co. Ltd. The commission will also set 2025 meeting dates and participate in a facilitated session on its mandate and constraints.

• David and Tracy Hunchak – rezoning and subdivision of NW-12-36-5-W3 to create two residential parcels (1.96 ha and 1.23 ha)
• Overpass Farms Inc. – rezoning and subdivision of Parcel B, SE 8-38-5-W3 (Ext.2)
• Overpass Farms Inc. – discretionary use application for Parcel B, SE 8-38-5-W3 (Ext.1)
• L & L Gravel & Ranching Co. Ltd – discretionary use for NW 34-37-5-W3
• 101120614 Saskatchewan Ltd. – subdivision of NW 11-37-4-W3 and SW 11-37-4-W3

The P4G District Planning Commission approved a 45-lot country residential subdivision (Phase 1) by 101120614 Saskatchewan Ltd., subject to conditions including a servicing agreement, drainage plan, and speed limit reductions. The commission also gave first reading to two rezoning bylaws (31/24 and 47/23) and approved two Type II filling, levelling, and grading applications. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved subdivision 2024/33 for 45 country residential lots and 3 municipal utility parcels (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Bylaw 31/24 for first reading (Hunchak property, NW 12-36-5-W3) (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision 2024/28 for two residential parcels (Hunchak property) (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Bylaw 47/23 for first reading (Overpass Farms, SE 08-38-05-W3) (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision 2022/30 for one arterial commercial parcel (Overpass Farms) (unanimous)
• Approved Type II filling application for 10,000 m³ clean fill (L & L Gravel & Ranching Co. Ltd.) (unanimous)
• Approved Type II filling application (Overpass Farms, Parcel B) (unanimous)
• Approved in-camera discussion on mandate and constraints session (unanimous)

Committee - Administration

The committee is reviewing six options for a new Tax Exemption Policy to stimulate business development, with administration recommending a tiered 100% exemption based on building permit values. The body will also hear from the Water Security Agency regarding drainage compliance on Range Road 374.

• Decision item AD 24-043: Tax Exemption Policy options, including a recommended tiered 100% exemption (Option 3)
• Delegation from Water Security Agency regarding drainage works compliance on Range Road 374
• Proposal to rescind current Tax Exemption Policy (FI-002)

The Administration Committee voted unanimously to recommend that Council rescind the Tax Abatement Policy Fl-022 and stop offering tax abatements. The recommendation will go to Council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended rescinding Tax Abatement Policy Fl-022 and ending tax abatements (unanimous)

Committee - Planning

The Planning Committee will receive an update on a comprehensive rewrite of the Zoning Bylaw, which has not been fully updated since 1994, to align with the new Official Community Plan. It will also receive a report on the process and implications of First Nations reserve creation within the municipality, including impacts on roads and taxation. No binding decisions are being made; the items are for discussion and information.

• PD 24-019: Zoning Bylaw Update – 12-14 month internal project to replace 1994 bylaw
• PD 24-020: First Nations Reserve Creation – overview of process and municipal role
• Planning Carry Forward Action List – no new items
• Consideration of new zoning districts (e.g., Rural Residential, Rural Convenience)
• Review of flood plain overlay for South Saskatchewan River area

The Planning Committee met and approved its agenda, then recommended that Council receive two information reports: one on the R.M. Zoning Bylaw Update and one on First Nation reserve creation requirements. No substantive decisions were made; all items were procedural or informational.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Recommended Council receive Zoning Bylaw Update report as information (unanimous)
• Recommended Council receive First Nation reserve creation report as information (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 10:00 am (unanimous)

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee will consider recommending a new Civic Addressing Bylaw (32/24) and accompanying Guidelines Policy PW-017 to Council. The bylaw updates terminology, clarifies address assignment procedures, and aligns with provincial standards for emergency response. The committee will also discuss installation of stop signs in Division 8. Procedural items include adopting the agenda and reviewing a carry-forward action list with no new items.

• Decision to recommend Bylaw 32/24 and Policy PW-017 on civic addressing
• Discussion on installation of stop signs in Division 8
• Review of Public Works Carry Forward Action List (no new items)

The Public Works Committee unanimously recommended that Council approve the Civic Addressing Guidelines Policy PW-017 and Bylaw 32/24, which regulates the civic addressing system. The committee also recommended that Administration report on stop sign installation at Township Road 372 and Range Road 3074, and on options to manage gravel truck damage to roads. Discussions covered the City of Saskatoon sewer line project and a potential cost-share for paving Betker Road, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Recommended approval of Civic Addressing Guidelines Policy PW-017 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Bylaw 32/24 for civic addressing system (unanimous)
• Recommended report on stop signs at Township Road 372 and Range Road 3074 (unanimous)
• Recommended policy/bylaw for reviewing roadway signage issues (unanimous)
• Recommended Q1 report on managing gravel truck damage to roads (unanimous)

Hamlets

The Hamlet of Beaver Creek held its annual general meeting on December 4, 2024. Key discussions included a proposal to reduce the first responder coverage area and offer $500/year stipends for up to three responders to cover time and fuel. The board reviewed a budget showing a 44% increase in snow removal and mowing costs, and discussed road maintenance plans with the RM. A new board member was acclaimed by default after one nominee declined.

• Motion to shrink first responder coverage area to Highway 219 to Clarence Avenue and summer road to Victor Road
• Motion to pay up to three first responders $500/year each for time and fuel expenses
• Budget presented with 44% increase in snow removal and mowing costs (2024 vs prior years)
• Discussion on a 5-to-8-year chip seal rotation for range roads, with RM suggesting a meeting for a better cost-sharing agreement
• Kyle Jantzen acclaimed to the board after Naomi Mihilewicz declined nomination

The Hamlet of Beaver Creek AGM approved a motion to shrink the first responder coverage area to Highway 219 to Clarence Avenue and summer road to Victor Road, and approved a $500/year stipend for up to three first responders. The 2024 budget was accepted as presented. Kyle Jantzen was acclaimed to the board; Naomi Mihilewicz declined nomination.

• Approved motion to reduce first responder coverage area to Highway 219 to Clarence Avenue and summer road to Victor Road
• Approved $500/year stipend for up to 3 first responders for time and fuel
• Accepted 2024 budget as presented
• Kyle Jantzen acclaimed to board
• Naomi Mihilewicz declined nomination, joined road committee

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission will hold its November 26 meeting at 2:00 p.m. at 111 Pinehouse Drive. The body will swear in a new member, approve minutes, review financial and activity reports, and discuss the 2025 Policing Plan.

• Swearing in of new Police Commission member
• Review of 2025 Policing Plan
• Approval of October 29, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation of Mastercard statement, operational/capital budget report, and cheque details
• Discussion of provincial tickets and occurrence reports

The Corman Park Police Commission approved the 2025 Policing Plan, which outlines priorities for prevention, education, and enforcement. The commission also approved routine financial and activity reports, and accepted correspondence. Reeve Joe Hargrave was sworn in as a commission member.

• Approved 2025 Policing Plan (unanimous)
• Approved October Mastercard statement (unanimous)
• Approved October Operations Budget Report (unanimous)
• Approved October Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved October Cheque Detail Report (unanimous)
• Approved October activity reports (unanimous)
• Accepted correspondence as circulated (unanimous)
• Approved Chief's Report as presented (unanimous)

Council

This special council meeting will swear in new council members and consider first readings of two rezoning bylaws (Oosterlaken, Division 8; Spoonheim, Division 7) and two subdivision applications (Freistadt, Division 8; Windermere, Division 1). Council will also appoint a deputy reeve and committee chairs, set the 2025 meeting schedule, and vote on a tax exemption and a tax abatement for Her Majesty the Queen.

• Bylaw 30/24 – Rezoning and Subdivision 2024/26 – Oosterlaken – Div. 8 (first reading)
• Bylaw 29/24 – Rezoning and Subdivision 2024/27 – Spoonheim – Div. 7 (first reading)
• Subdivision Application 2024/32 – Freistadt – Div. 8
• Subdivision Application 2023/37 – Windermere – Div. 1
• CDI 24-081.1 – Tax Exemption Application & Bylaw 27/24 – Third Reading

Council appointed Councillor Germs as Deputy Reeve for 2025, approved several rezoning and subdivision applications, and adopted a tax exemption bylaw. The meeting also included administrative approvals for 2025 meeting dates and recurring advertisements.

• Appointed Councillor Germs as Deputy Reeve (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Bylaw 30/24 for first reading (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision 2024/26 for Oosterlaken (unanimous)
• Approved rezoning Bylaw 29/24 for first reading (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision 2024/27 for Spoonheim (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision 2024/32 for Freistadt (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision 2023/37 for Windermere Land & Cattle (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 27/24 for tax exemption (unanimous)

Hamlets

The Riverside Estates Hamlet Board and residents met with RM of Corman Park representatives to discuss utility costs and infrastructure. The body decided to formally request that the RM renegotiate water rates and resolve a suspected pipeline leak. Discussions also covered road ditch damage and regional growth plans.

• Approval of budget with revenues of $138,265 and expenses of $4,166
• Annual road project payment of $81,973
• Motion to request RM investigation and action plan for water leakage
• Request for RM to resolve road ditch seeding and gravel issues in spring
• Discussion on P4G Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth rezoning

The Riverside Estates Hamlet Board held its 2024 Annual General Meeting on November 25, 2024. Residents unanimously approved the 2023 minutes, the agenda, and the 2024 budget, which projects a net income of $134,099 and a reserve surplus of about $207,950 after the annual road payment. The meeting also passed a motion requesting the RM of Corman Park to investigate the hamlet's water rates and leakage issues and report back with an action plan. Other concerns raised included ditch damage from mowing, road construction issues, and safety on Grasswood Road.

• Approved 2023 AGM minutes with minor corrections (unanimous)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved 2024 budget and financials (unanimous)
• Passed motion requesting RM to investigate water issue and report with action plan (unanimous)

Council

The council holds public hearings on three planning bylaws: a rezoning for a light industrial parcel (Southwind Enterprises), a rezoning for a residential parcel (Roy Greva), and a text amendment to allow digital billboard signs (Bear Hills Media Group). Following the hearings, the council will vote on second and third readings for those bylaws, plus rescind and re-adopt an older rezoning (Bylaw 20/23) with an updated zoning map. The meeting also includes approvals of minutes and financial reports.

• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw 23/24 to rezone a portion of Plan No. 01MW10883 to D-Light Industrial 1 District (Southwind Enterprises)
• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw 24/24 to rezone a portion of Parcel A, NW 5-36-4-W3 from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential 1 District (Roy Greva)
• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw 22/24 to add digital billboard sign regulations to the Partnership for Growth Zoning Bylaw (Bear Hills Media Group)
• Rescission of previous second and third readings and re-adoption of Bylaw 20/23 with an updated zoning map for a parcel in NE 28-35-5-W3 (Blackstone Investments/Larry Grozell)

Council unanimously adopted three rezoning bylaws: Bylaw 23/24 (Southwind Enterprises), Bylaw 24/24 (Roy Greva), and Bylaw 22/24 (Bear Hills Group). Council also rescinded prior second and third readings of Bylaw 20/23 (Grozell), approved an updated zoning map, and re-adopted the bylaw with new readings. A motion to install a 4-way stop at Prospect Road and Capital Circle was defeated 2-6.

• Adopted Bylaw 23/24 rezoning (Southwind Enterprises) - unanimous
• Adopted Bylaw 24/24 rezoning (Roy Greva) - unanimous
• Adopted Bylaw 22/24 text amendment (Bear Hills Group) - unanimous
• Rescinded Resolution 2024-09-08 (third reading of Bylaw 20/23) - unanimous
• Rescinded Resolution 2024-09-07 (second reading of Bylaw 20/23) - unanimous
• Approved updated zoning map for Bylaw 20/23 - unanimous
• Adopted Bylaw 20/23 (Grozell rezoning) after new readings - unanimous
• Defeated 4-way stop at Prospect Road and Capital Circle (2-6)

Hamlets

The Organized Hamlet of Neuhorst held its annual general meeting with 17 residents and an RM representative. Key items included a passed motion requiring new builds to have city water, revised hall rental rates and setup fees, and updates on rink renovations. The meeting also noted the cancellation of spring cleanup bins to save $1,500/year and a speed zone application submitted to SGI.

• Motion passed requiring new builds in the hamlet to have city water
• Hall rental rates remain at $145 non-resident, $105 resident; new $50 early setup fee added
• Spring cleanup bins canceled effective next year, saving $1,500 annually
• Speed zone application submitted to SGI at end of October as alternative to speed bumps
• New street light installed at cost of $12,000, with RM paying half

The Neuhorst Annual General Meeting passed a motion requiring new builds in the hamlet to have city water. The meeting also agreed to charge an additional $50 for hall setup the day before rentals, and decided to discontinue spring clean-up bins, saving about $1,500 per year. Jadelyn Braun was elected as the new Secretary/Treasurer.

• Motion passed to require new builds to have city water
• Agreed to charge $50 for hall setup the day before rentals
• Decided to discontinue spring clean-up bins, saving $1,500/year
• Elected Jadelyn Braun as Secretary/Treasurer

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee will hear three delegations: a resident's proposal to improve a missing portion of Range Road 3041, a presentation from TAXervice on tax enforcement services, and a detailed planning document from Grasswood Ventures seeking a land use map amendment from Urban Commercial/Industrial to Rural Commercial/Industrial for a 48.85-acre parcel south of Grasswood Road. The committee will also receive a verbal report from the Bylaw Officer, discuss SARM resolutions, and consider a four-way stop at the Biz Hub intersection.

• Delegation (5 min) - Lisa Gurski Risling - Proposal to improve the missing portion of Range Road 3041, including cost-share by residents
• Delegation (15 min) - TAXervice - Gary Burnside - Provides Tax Enforcement Services
• Delegation (10 min) - Crosby Hanna / Maggie Schwab - Grasswood Ventures - Land use amendment for 48.85-acre parcel (NE 35-35-05 Ext. 1) from Urban Commercial/Industrial to Rural Commercial/Industrial
• New Business - AD 24-042 - Verbal Report - R.M. Bylaw Officer Report
• New Business - Councillor Greenwood - Biz Hub Intersection - 4 way stop

The Administration Committee recommended Council endorse a land use map amendment for Grasswood Ventures Phase 1, changing a portion of NE 35-35-05 Ext. 1 from Urban Commercial/Light Industrial to Rural Commercial/Industrial. It also recommended reports on RR 3041 improvements and TAXervice contract, and received the Bylaw Officer and SARM resolutions as information. A 4-way stop at Prospect Road and Capital Circle was defeated.

• Recommended OCP amendment for Grasswood Ventures Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Recommended report on RR 3041 improvements (unanimous)
• Recommended report on TAXervice contract (unanimous)
• Received Bylaw Officer verbal report as information (unanimous)
• Received SARM resolutions as information (unanimous)
• Approved Division 8 newsletter distribution (unanimous)
• 4-way stop at Prospect Road and Capital Circle defeated (1-7)

Police Commission

The Police Commission will meet to review financial statements, budget reports, and police activity data. The body will also discuss the appointment of a Deputy Chair and the 2025 meeting schedule.

• Review of Mastercard Statement, Operational/Capital Budget Report, and Cheque Detail
• Review of Provincial Tickets by Zone and Type reports
• Review of Occurrence and CAD Event reports
• Appointment of Deputy Chair of Commission
• Establishment of 2025 Meeting Schedule

The Corman Park Police Commission heard from RCMP detachments about staffing shortages, including 11 vacancies at Warman and planned reductions at Saskatoon for 2025. The commission approved routine financial and activity reports, appointed Arthur Pruim as interim chair, and accepted the 2025 meeting schedule. No major policy decisions were made.

• Appointed Arthur Pruim as interim chair pending 2025 appointments (unanimous)
• Accepted 2025 Commission meeting schedule (unanimous)
• Approved September Mastercard statement (unanimous)
• Approved September Operations Budget Report (unanimous)
• Approved September Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved September Cheque Detail Report (unanimous)
• Approved September Provincial Tickets by Zone Report (unanimous)
• Approved September Occurrence Report (unanimous)

Council

Council will consider a report on onsite wastewater treatment systems (OWTS) in Edgemont Park Estates, with recommendations to direct residents to manage their own systems, investigate groundwater monitoring enforcement, and enforce resident responsibility. Alternatives include a local improvement levy, utility fee, or transitioning to full wastewater services. Other agenda items include approvals for Christmas events and a preliminary budget review including council remuneration.

• CDI 24-093 – Onsite Wastewater Treatment Systems in Edgemont Park Estates, with three recommendations and alternatives including a local improvement levy or utility fee
• CDI 24-092 – Christmas Event Approvals
• CII 24-2025 – Preliminary Budget Review including Council Remuneration
• In-camera session under Section 16(1) of LAFOIP to receive advice from officials

Council

The Council of the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 will hold public hearings and vote on zoning changes for industrial and residential sites. The meeting includes discussions on tax abatements, a new digital billboard regulation, and several land subdivision applications.

• Bylaw 17/24: Rezoning SE 25-37-6-W3 from Agricultural 2 to Light Industrial 1 for Nordic Industrial
• Bylaw 25/24: Permanent closure and transfer of undeveloped roadway in NE 35-35-5-W3
• Bylaw 22/24: Text amendment to create digital billboard sign regulations
• Bylaw 24/24: Rezoning NW 5-36-4-W3 from Agricultural 2 to Agricultural Residential 1 for Roy Greva
• Tax abatement and exemption requests from Brandt Developments and R2J2 Enterprises

Council approved a rezoning for light industrial use (Bylaw 17/24), a road closure (Bylaw 25/24), and several subdivision applications, including for Southwind Enterprises and Roy Greva. It also approved a 3% cost-of-living increase for non-union staff retroactive to January 1, 2024, and a $50,000 budget reallocation for the South East Concept Plan. All votes were carried unanimously unless otherwise noted.

• Approved Bylaw 17/24 rezoning Nordic Industrial from DAG2 to DM1 (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 25/24 road closure for Southwind Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision for Southwind Enterprises (5.96 ha parcel) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision for Roy Greva (4.05 ha parcel) with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved 3% COLA for non-union staff retroactive to Jan 1, 2024 (unanimous)
• Approved $50,000 reallocation to South East Concept Plan (unanimous)
• Approved tax abatement for Blair and Jillian Holtsman ($1,448.98) (unanimous)
• Approved tax exemption agreements for R2J2 Enterprises and Horsepower Ranch (8-1, Saleski opposed)

Hamlets

This is the annual general meeting of the Cathedral Bluffs Hamlet and Community Association Boards. Trustees heard reports on roads, curbstops, building restrictions, and finances. They discussed updates to the Building Restrictions Agreement, including allowing non-reflective metal roofs and cement board siding, and removing a minimum exterior lighting requirement. A new policy on the use of C-cans (shipping containers) was also discussed.

• Discussion on updating Building Restrictions Agreement: allow non-reflective metal roofs, cement board siding, remove minimum exterior lighting requirement
• New policy on use of C-cans at Cathedral Bluffs
• Curbstop replacement cost estimated at ~$384K; board decided to replace as required
• RM of Corman Park contributed over $1 million to park development
• Succession planning and election of officers

The Cathedral Bluffs Hamlet and Community Association Boards held their annual general meeting on October 19, 2024, with 52 adults in attendance. They approved the 2023 AGM minutes, elected Simon Pollard to the board, and adopted a new policy regulating the use of shipping containers (C-Cans), which allows temporary use during building projects and grandfathers existing ones under certain conditions. The meeting also included reports on finances, building and grounds, community programming, and the water treatment plant, with no other formal votes recorded.

• Approved 2023 AGM minutes (motion carried, no opposition)
• Elected Simon Pollard to the Cathedral Bluffs Board (acclaimed)
• Adopted new policy on C-Can use, effective January 1, 2025
• Decided to replace curbstops as required, not on a preventative schedule
• Approved updates to Building Restrictions Agreement (roof materials, exterior materials, lighting) for discussion

Hamlets

The Rivers Edge Hamlet held its 2024 Annual General Meeting to review finances and elect officers. The body approved a road maintenance plan and decided against adding new neighborhood signage.

• Approved a $60,000 budget for roadwork, specifically considering the inside lane
• Confirmed a reserve balance of $95K
• Elected Mark H. as secretary
• Decided to perform no further work on signage beyond present highway standards
• Discussed RM engineer H. Lateef's plans to improve road 374

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee will consider several decision items, including amendments to the Council Code of Ethics to mandate governance orientation for all council members, approval of the 2024 Citizen of the Year nomination for Betty Aasen, adoption of a new Administration Bylaw, amendments to the Fire Services Bylaw, and a framework for Community Parks & Recreation Grant funding from MR Funds. The committee will also hear a delegation from Greenbryre Estates regarding an Additional Service Area proposal and a Q&A session with Police Chief Ronald Chomyn.

• Council Code of Ethics Bylaw amendment to add mandatory governance orientation
• 2024 Citizen of the Year nomination for Betty Aasen
• Administration Bylaw 19/24 – decision item
• Fire Services Bylaw 05/21 amendments
• MR Funds – Community Parks & Recreation Grant Policy framework

The Planning Committee unanimously recommended that Council delegate certain subdivision approval types to the Development Officer for one year starting January 1, 2025, to expedite approvals. It also recommended consulting the Ministry of Government Relations and reviewing the delegation annually. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended delegating subdivision approvals (Option One) to Development Officer for one year (unanimous)
• Recommended directing Administration to consult Ministry of Government Relations on delegation (unanimous)
• Recommended annual review of delegated subdivision authority (unanimous)

Committee - Planning

The Planning Committee will discuss a proposal to delegate certain subdivision application approvals to the Development Officer to expedite processing, which currently takes 5-6 months. Two options are presented, with Option One recommended, covering single-parcel severances, lot boundary adjustments, utility rights-of-way, agricultural holdings, and small multi-parcel subdivisions. The committee will also consider consulting the Ministry of Government Relations and implementing an annual renewal of the delegated authority.

• PD 24-018: Delegated Subdivision Approval Options – two options presented for delegation
• Recommendation to delegate Option One types for a one-year period starting Jan 1, 2025
• Recommendation to consult Ministry of Government Relations – Community Planning for support
• 25 active single-parcel subdivisions awaiting Council resolution; average approval timeline 5-6 months
• Estimated 2-month reduction in review time if delegation is approved

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee will meet to review the status of ongoing infrastructure projects. The agenda focuses on the Carryforward Action List, which tracks progress on water assessments and road and school repairs.

• Status update on the Valley Road Corridor Assessment for the 2025 Budget
• Progress report on the RM Gravel Pit, including recent surveying and topsoil stripping
• Review of the draft Water Assessment report from Associated Engineering
• Update on Merrill Hills School Repairs, including asbestos testing and basement framing
• Safety review of the intersection at Prospect Rd & Capital Circle

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and subdivision application by Southwind Enterprises to create a 5.96-hectare light industrial parcel under a holding provision, and a text amendment from Bear Hills Media Group regarding digital billboards. The commission will also review subdivision applications by Roy Greva and Prominence Pointe Ltd., and receive verbal updates on First Nations Community Profiles and 2025 Commission Appointments.

• Southwind Enterprises – rezoning to D-Light Industrial 1 District (DM1) with holding provision and subdivision of 5.96 ha (14.72 acres) near Range Road 3051 and CN Craik rail line
• Roy Greva – rezoning & subdivision application for parcel A, NW-5-36-4-W3
• Prominence Pointe Ltd. – subdivision application for Lot 5, Block 2, Plan 102031670 Ext 0, SW 5-38-4-W3
• Bear Hills Media Group – text amendment for digital billboard regulations
• Verbal updates on First Nations Community Profiles and 2025 Commission Appointments

Police Commission

This is a routine procedural meeting of the Corman Park Police Commission. The agenda includes approval of minutes, review of financial reports (Mastercard statement, operational/capital budget, cheque detail), activity reports (provincial tickets, occurrences, CAD events), and the Chief's Report. No specific decisions or public hearings are listed.

• Review of operational/capital budget report
• Review of Mastercard statement and cheque detail
• Review of provincial ticket and occurrence reports
• Chief's Report

Council

Council will hold public hearings and vote on a new Official Community Plan to replace Bylaw 08/94. The meeting includes several rezoning requests and subdivision applications across four divisions.

• Bylaw 20/24: Proposed new Official Community Plan to replace Bylaw 08/94
• Bylaw 15/24: Rezoning of LSD 9 & 16, NE 7-37-7-W3 to Agricultural Residential 1
• Bylaw 20/23: Rezoning of Parcel ‘B’, Plan 102377257 to Agricultural District
• Bylaw 17/24: Rezoning of Parcel ‘E’, Plan No. 102373994 to Light Industrial 1
• Grant requests for Saskatoon Wildlife, Saskatoon Stock Car Racing, and Italian Canadian Association

Committee - Administration

The committee is reviewing the 'Growing Forward Together' strategic plan for the Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth (P4G). The body will also discuss human resources policies and upcoming by-election and council meeting dates.

• Adoption of P4G Strategic Plan 2025-2030 (Project cost: $70,750)
• Amendments to Occupational Health & Safety Policy HR-023
• New Violence Policy and amendments to Harassment Policy HR-019
• By-Election and Council Meetings scheduled for November 18th and 25th
• In-camera discussion with Brandt Developments regarding a proposal

Committee - Planning

The Planning Committee will recommend that Council endorse the P4G Regional Node Study, which proposes a new community services node with education, healthcare, and commercial uses. Other items include wastewater investment options for Des Nedhe, an update on Valley Road Business Parks application, and options for completing the South East Concept Plan. The committee will also go in camera to discuss long-range strategic planning.

• PD 24-014: Recommendation to endorse P4G Regional Node Study in principle
• PD 24-015: Des Nedhe Wastewater Economic Investment Options
• PD 24-016: Valley Road Business Parks Ltd. application update
• PD 24-017: South East Concept Plan completion options
• In camera session under Section 120(2)(b) for long-range strategic planning

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee will receive an update on the Saskatoon Freeway Phase 2 endorsement, now delayed until 2025, and decide on three options for removing Range Road 3084 from the Clearing the Path program—changing its weight restriction to secondary weight (recommended). The committee will also consider a proposed land exchange for Saskatchewan Crescent that would require the landowner to pay an estimated $150,000 for new road construction, road decommissioning, and Meewasin Trail relocation. Additionally, a councillor will discuss changing the speed limit on a portion of Nault Road from 50 to 70 km/h.

• Saskatoon Freeway Phase 2 endorsement report delayed until after 2025 elections
• Recommendation to remove Range Road 3084 from Clearing the Path Program and change weight to secondary
• Proposed land exchange for Saskatchewan Crescent with landowner paying ~$150,000 in costs
• Discussion on raising speed limit on Nault Road from 50 to 70 km/h
• Updates on Valley Road corridor assessment, RM gravel pit, water assessment, and Merrill Hills School repairs

The Public Works Committee recommended that Council approve a road exchange on Saskatchewan Crescent with the R.M. and landowner equally sharing costs (Option 2), after a motion offering the landowner a choice between paying all costs or keeping the road failed. The committee also recommended removing Range Road 3084 from the Clearing the Path Program and changing its weight restriction to Secondary Weight, and forwarding a request to the City of Saskatoon to restore the Neault Road speed limit to 70 km/h during construction.

• Approved Option 2 for Saskatchewan Cres. road exchange with equal cost sharing (7-1)
• Motion offering landowner choice of paying all costs or maintaining road lost (4-4)
• Recommended removing Range Road 3084 from Clearing the Path Program and changing weight restriction to Secondary Weight (unanimous)
• Recommended forwarding request to City of Saskatoon to change Neault Road speed limit back to 70 km/h during construction (unanimous)
• Received Saskatoon Freeway Phase 2 update as information (unanimous)
• Received Public Works Carryforward Action List as information (unanimous)

Hamlets

The Hamlet of Discovery Ridge held its annual general meeting, approving 2024 spending on garbage pick-up, recycling, water testing fees, and septic tank cleaning. Residents discussed road maintenance, including a $30,000-35,000 hamlet share for Bettker Road, and explored potential paving through the highway twinning company. A quote of $11,150 plus tax for replacing lot signs was reported. New executive officers were elected for 2024-2025.

• Approved 2024 spending: garbage/recycling $370/yr/residence, water testing $370/yr/residence, septic $200/2yrs/residence
• Discussed $30,000-35,000 hamlet share to redo Bettker Road
• Motion to explore paving SB90 portion of Bettker Road with highway twinning company and reimburse hamlet for sign replacement
• Reported $11,150 quote (plus tax) for replacing individual lot signs, not including installation
• Elected executive: Ed Underwood (chair), Cathy Mills (secretary), Tim Kozan (treasurer), Dwayne Parschauer (member-at-large)

The Discovery Ridge Hamlet Annual General Meeting approved spending for garbage pick-up, recycling, water testing, and septic tank expenses for 2024. Residents also voted to shut down the hamlet website, and formed a committee to poll residents on whether to refurbish or replace individual lot signs. The meeting elected a new executive for 2024-2025.

• Approved 2024 spending for garbage pick-up, recycling, water testing, and septic tank expenses
• Voted to shut down the Discovery Ridge website
• Formed committee to poll residents on refurbishing or replacing lot signs
• Elected Ed Underwood as Chairperson, Cathy Mills as Secretary, Tim Kozan as Treasurer, Dwayne Parschauer as Member at large

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission will decide on a rezoning and subdivision application from 102011255 Saskatchewan Ltd. to rezone Parcel E from Agricultural to Light Industrial and subdivide it into two 4.05 ha parcels, with conditions including a $101,365.80 servicing fee and road upgrades. They will also consider a separate subdivision application from Panko Collaborative Law. Other business includes approving the 2025 DPC operating budget and mandate report.

• Rezoning Bylaw 17/24 for Parcel E, SE 25-37-6-W3, from D-Agricultural 2 to D-Light Industrial 1
• Subdivision of 8.10 ha into two 4.05 ha lots with 14 conditions including $101,365.80 servicing fee and Range Road 3060 upgrade
• Subdivision application by Panko Collaborative Law for Blk/Pcl B, Plan 101455534 Ext 11, NW 1-36-5-W3
• Proposed 2025 DPC Operating Budget (agenda item 12d)
• DPC Mandate Report (agenda item 12c)

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is meeting to approve previous minutes, review financial reports (Mastercard, operational/capital budget, cheque detail), and examine activity reports (provincial tickets by zone and type, occurrence reports, CAD events). The chief's report and any new business will also be addressed. The agenda is largely procedural with no specific high-impact items listed.

• Approval of minutes from July 24, 2024
• Review of Mastercard statement and operational/capital budget report
• Provincial tickets by zone and type reports
• Occurrence report and CAD event report
• Chief's report

The Corman Park Police Commission approved the purchase of 8 body-worn cameras for $18,000, as ordered by Chief Chomyn due to urgent need and expected cost increases. The commission also approved routine financial and activity reports, and decided to keep quarterly RCMP delegation meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved purchase of 8 body-worn cameras for $18,000 (unanimous)
• Approved July Mastercard statement (unanimous)
• Approved July Operations Budget Report (unanimous)
• Approved July Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Approved July Cheque Detail Report (unanimous)
• Approved July Provincial Tickets by Zone Report (unanimous)
• Approved July Provincial Tickets by Type Report (unanimous)
• Approved July Occurrence Report and CAD Event Report (unanimous)

Council

Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 14/24 to rezone a portion of NE 20-35-4-W3 from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential 1 for a residential parcel. It will also consider second and third reading of that bylaw, first readings for three other subdivision-related bylaws (15/24, 18/23, 20/23), and two discretionary use renewals for aggregate extraction operations. Additional items include financial reports, a tax abatement request, fire protection charges review, and a water supply agreement.

• Public hearing and second/third reading of Bylaw 14/24 rezoning a portion of NE 20-35-4-W3 to Agricultural Residential 1 for one 4.05 ha residential parcel (Marilyn Easterbrook & Robert Griebel, Division 1)
• First reading of Bylaw 15/24 to rezone and subdivide a 4.05 ha residential parcel from LSD 9 & 16, NE 7-37-7-W3 (Keith Hegel, Division 8)
• First reading of Bylaw 18/23 to remove a holding provision on Parcel B, Plan 102377257 for a multi-parcel country residential subdivision (Blackstone Investments Inc., Division 2)
• First reading of Bylaw 20/23 to rezone a portion of Parcel B from Country Residential 1 by Hold to Agricultural District and subdivide 10 country residential lots, two municipal utility parcels, and two roadways (Joans Gate and Quinn Drive) (Blackstone Investments Inc., Division 2)
• Discretionary use renewals for aggregate extraction: Red Deer Industrial Sands Inc. on LSD 15 & 16, NE 11-39-9-W3 and RM of Corman Park on SW 2-39-9-W3, both for four-year periods

Council

The RM of Corman Park Council is holding a special closed meeting to develop a municipal strategy outlining top priorities for the next four to five years. No public decisions are being made; a summary report will be released in the following weeks.

• Closed session for Council Priority Planning under Section 120(2)(b) of The Municipalities Act
• Review of vision, mission, and council values
• Identification and selection of key priorities via voting activity
• Discussion of risks and alignment with vision and mission

The special council meeting on August 14, 2024, was called to order and immediately moved in camera to discuss Council Priority Planning under Section 120(2)(b) of The Municipalities Act. No substantive decisions were made in public; the only resolutions were to go in camera and to adjourn. The meeting adjourned at 4:00 pm.

• Moved in camera to discuss Council Priority Planning (unanimous)
• Adjourned special meeting at 4:00 pm (unanimous)

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is meeting to receive an RCMP delegation, approve prior minutes, and review routine financial and activity reports. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• RCMP delegation
• Mastercard statement and operational/capital budget report
• Provincial tickets by zone and type reports
• Occurrence and CAD event reports
• Chief's report

Council

The Corman Park No. 344 council will hold public hearings on three rezoning and subdivision applications: Fun Time Junction RV Park (Ag to Ag Residential), Garnet & Joy Wehner (Ag to Ag Residential), and Hillside Farm Real Estate Corp (Ag to Light Industrial). After the hearings, council will consider second/third readings of these bylaws plus third reading for the OJA/La Pradera subdivision. The meeting also includes first reading of a new Official Community Plan with land use map amendments and several delegations opposing proposed land use changes.

• Public hearings for Bylaw 10/24 (Fun Time Junction RV Park) rezoning portion of SE-17-35-4-W3 from Ag to Ag Residential for two residential parcels
• Public hearings for Bylaw 11/24 (Garnet & Joy Wehner) rezoning portion of NE-19-37-6-W3 from D-Ag to D-Ag Residential for two residential parcels
• Public hearings for Bylaw 12/24 (Hillside Farm Real Estate Corp) rezoning portion of LSD 5,6,7&8, SW/SE-23-38-5-W3 from D-Ag to D-Light Industrial for Phase 1 multi-parcel industrial subdivision
• First reading of Bylaw 20/24 to adopt new Official Community Plan and amend Land Use Map for Waste Facility designation and other changes
• Bylaw 08/24 third reading for OJA/La Pradera subdivision rezoning SE-24-35-05-W3 for multi-parcel residential and commercial development

Council gave second and third reading to Bylaw 12/24, rezoning land in Division 6 from agricultural to light industrial for Phase 1 of a multi-parcel industrial subdivision, despite public opposition and a 7-2 vote. Council also approved two agricultural residential rezoning bylaws (10/24 and 11/24) unanimously. The OJA/La Pradera rezoning and subdivision application was deferred pending an administration report on septic, traffic, and fire service concerns.

• Approved Bylaw 12/24 light industrial rezoning for Hillside Farm (7-2)
• Approved Bylaw 10/24 agricultural residential rezoning (unanimous)
• Approved Bylaw 11/24 agricultural residential rezoning (unanimous)
• Deferred OJA/La Pradera rezoning and subdivision pending report (6-3)
• Defeated motion to defer OCP Bylaw 20/24 first reading until after election (1-8)
• Approved OCP Bylaw 20/24 first reading with amendments (unanimous)
• Approved subdivision for Marilyn Easterbrook & Robert Griebel (unanimous)
• Approved $13,125 for P4G regional servicing hub design (unanimous)

Committee - Planning

The Planning Committee is considering a new $288,000 per hectare non-residential connection fee for wastewater services in south Corman Park. The committee will also discuss approval processes for keeping poultry in country residential subdivisions and review the Solair Concept Plan.

• Proposed $288,000 per hectare non-residential connection fee for wastewater treatment
• Requirement for developers to provide a 75% downpayment to reserve wastewater capacity
• Approval process for keeping poultry in Organized Hamlets and country residential subdivisions
• Solair Concept Plan review

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee will discuss road build ups at RR 3041, north of Hidden Ridge Estates, and the 2024 Dust Control Program hauler road agreements. The committee will also review updates on the Carryforward Action List regarding gravel sites, water assessments, and infrastructure projects.

• Road build ups at RR 3041, north of Hidden Ridge Estates
• 2024 Dust Control Program – Hauler Road Agreements
• Updates on RM Gravel Pit crushing and hauling costs
• Water Assessment update following RFP award to Associated Engineering
• Status updates on Valley Road Corridor Assessment and Merrill Hills School Repairs

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The Commission is reviewing a revised recommendation to subdivide Blk/Par 11, Plan G235 into two residential parcels. This follows confirmation from SaskWater that additional potable water allocation has been approved for the new parcel.

• Subdivision of Blk/Par 11, Plan G235, NE 4-36-5-W3
• Delegation: Michelle Chuhaniak – Southwinds Enterprises

Police Commission

This meeting consists of routine procedural items and reviews of police service reports. The Commission will review financial statements, including budget reports, and examine activity reports.

• Mastercard statement review
• Operational and capital budget report
• Activity by division report
• Chief's report

Council

The council is considering multiple bylaws to rezone agricultural lands into residential and industrial districts. The agenda also includes subdivision applications from the Ministry of Highways and various public delegations.

• Bylaw 09/24: Rezoning NE 2-40-4-W3 from Agricultural to Agricultural Residential 1
• Bylaw 10/24: Proposed rezoning for Fun Time Junction RV Park & Campground Ltd.
• Bylaw 12/24: Proposed rezoning of SW and SE-23-38-5-W3 to D-Light Industrial 1
• Subdivision 2024/09: Application from Ministry of Highways for two parcels
• Development Permit 037/2024: Construction of an attached garage on SW-36-35-6-W3

Council

The June 12, 2024, meeting for Corman Park No. 344 contains only procedural items. The agenda includes a session in camera to receive advice from officials under Section 16(1) of LAFOIP.

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission is reviewing applications to rezone agricultural land into residential parcels. The meeting also includes a review of the preliminary 2025 DPC budget.

• Rezoning and subdivision of LSD 15 & 16, NE-19-37-6-W3 (Joy & Garnet Wehner)
• Subdivision application for Ministry of Highways at LSD 4 & 5, Sec 3 -37-4- W3
• Rezoning and subdivision for Hillside Farm Real Estate Corp at LSD 6, 7 and 8, S½ 23-38-W3
• Review of the preliminary 2025 DPC Budget

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee will review a $4,000 donation request from the Saskatchewan Railway Historical Association for an accessibility ramp at the Kopko Interpretive Centre, and will advise Council on a recommendation. The committee will also discuss the carry-forward action list, including updates on the Gordie Howe Subdivision title transfer and municipal reserve policy review, and consider correspondence from APAS and a request for organic and bee producer lists for aerial application safety.

• Donation request AD 24-023: $4,000 for Saskatchewan Railway Historical Association accessibility ramp
• Gordie Howe Subdivision title transfer issue with CIBC mortgage consent
• Municipal reserve (MR) funding policy review ongoing, with Q3 completion expected
• APAS update on Bunge-Viterra merger, rail strike, and district meetings
• Request for organic and bee producer lists for aerial application safety

Committee - Planning

The committee will receive an update on the South East Concept Plan, focusing on future infrastructure servicing for water and wastewater. Presentations will also address proposed land use amendments for a hotel/spa and requests regarding special services areas.

• Update on South East Concept Plan (PD 24-003) regarding regional growth and servicing
• Proposed land use amendment for Grasswood Ventures to create a hotel/spa
• Request for a Special Services Area by Greenbryre Estates
• Des Nedhe Wastewater Non-Residential Fee Update (PD 24-004)
• Amendments to accessory building areas in Country Residential (PD 24-005)

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee will receive updates and make recommendations to Council on several items, including developing a new R.M.-owned gravel pit, leasing municipal land to Kasahoff Farms for $11,250/year, and cost-sharing SB-90 road treatment with R.M. of Aberdeen for $27,500. They will also discuss a report on the Prospect Road and Capital Circle intersection, a school lagoon fence, a funding request from Hamlet of Neuhorst, and a response procedure for coyote concerns.

• Future R.M. Gravel Pit Update: ~100,000 m3 gravel estimated at SW-2-39-9-W3; discretionary use permit pending
• Kasahoff Farms Agricultural Lease: recommend signing 2024 lease for $11,250/year on municipal land
• Prospect Road and Capital Circle intersection: recommend no additional stop signs or improvements
• R.M. of Aberdeen cost-sharing: $27,500 from Road Infrastructure Reserve for SB-90 on Township Road 374
• South Corman Park School Lagoon Fence and Hamlet of Neuhorst funding request

Committee - Planning

The Special Planning Committee is reviewing updates to the Official Community Plan, focusing on residential and growth management policies. The meeting addresses community feedback from recent open houses regarding land use and infrastructure. A final draft of the plan is expected for Council review in late June 2024.

• Review of Official Community Plan (OCP) update PD 24-011
• Discussion on Rural Residential Land Use revisions near Dalmeny and Division 1
• Proposed changes to agricultural residential development in Country Residential areas
• Review of draft Growth Management and Hazard Land policies
• Closed session regarding long-range planning implications

Committee - Planning

The Corman Park No. 344 Planning Committee is reviewing proposed updates to its Official Community Plan, focusing on rural residential density limits, hazard land management, and future growth designations. These policy changes will directly shape property development standards, septic system requirements, and environmental protections for local landowners. The committee discussed draft options following two public open houses attended by approximately 97 residents and will forward recommendations to council in late June.

• Review of Rural Residential land use options, including a recommended limit of four new lots per quarter section and two per 80 acres
• Discussion on jet septic system rules, restricting them to minimum 10-acre parcels with a maximum of four residences per quarter section
• Proposed criteria for Agricultural Colonies to support communal agrarian communities within municipal boundaries
• Planning standards for hazard lands, including flood plain mapping and construction elevation requirements along the South Saskatchewan River
• Public open house scheduled for June 5 at Floral Hall Community Centre to gather resident feedback on the draft plan

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is meeting to hear an RCMP delegation, approve the agenda and minutes from April 24, 2024, and discuss business arising from the minutes, including strategic planning. The commission will also review financial reports (Mastercard statement, operational/capital budget, cheque detail), activity reports, and the Chief's report. This is a routine monthly meeting with no major decisions listed.

• RCMP delegation
• Strategic planning discussion
• Mastercard statement review
• Operational/capital budget report
• Chief's report

Council

The council will conduct public hearings regarding two rezoning bylaws for agricultural lands. One proposal seeks to create a single residential parcel, while another proposes a multi-parcel residential subdivision and two commercial parcels. The meeting also includes reviews of various administrative reports and committee recommendations.

• Rezoning NE 7-36-6-W3 from AG to AR1 (Bylaw 07/24)
• Rezoning SE 24-35-5-W3 for residential and commercial use (Bylaw 08/24)
• First reading of Bylaw 09/24 for SSE Holdings Ltd.
• York Realty Tax Abatement Application review
• Saskatchewan International Raceway dust control delegation

Hamlets

The Casa Rio Estates board met to adopt the agenda, accept financials, and approve up to $30,000 for road repairs. They discussed fencing maintenance, future development pressures, and water/sewer concerns. The meeting also included a nomination to the board and actions on crack sealing and entrance widening.

• Approved expenditures up to $30,000 on road repairs
• Action to complete crack sealing on Eldorado lane
• Action to widen entrances on Casa Rio Drive/Bay/Lane in 2024
• Discussion on water capacity and septic issues at Edgemont
• Nomination of Tyson Derenoski to the board

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission is meeting to consider one discretionary use application: a five-year renewal of a garden suite on David Seymour's property in River's Edge Estates, used for an elderly family member. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes and informational updates on regional planning projects, with no rezonings or subdivisions on the table.

• Discretionary use application 2024/10: David Seymour, Lot 3 Blk 1 SE 31-37-4-W3, garden suite renewal for 5 years
• Garden suite originally approved 2009, renewed 2018 and 2020; current permit expires Aug 17, 2024
• Public consultation: 19 notices mailed, 2 comment forms and 1 phone call, all no concerns
• Updates on South East Concept Plan, R.M. Flood Plain Policy, and Regional Community Services Node (no new updates)
• Minutes correction: remnant portion size changed from 70 acres to 70.85 acres

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee will hear delegations on a proposed campground, a road soil stabilizer product, and a municipal reserve funding request from Tuscan Ridge Estates. It will also review a $4,421.82 Sask Lotteries grant application from the Clavet Cougars football team, consider setting 2024 mill rates, and receive an information report on IT security. Several other administrative items, including a cash-in-lieu transfer and a Meewasin Valley Authority security patrol cost share request, are on the agenda.

• Clavet Cougars football team seeks $4,421.82 Sask Lotteries grant for equipment and transportation
• Delegation to discuss MG30 Road Soil Stabilizer for road spraying
• New campground proposal to be discussed by Jason Chabot
• Tuscan Ridge Estates to discuss Municipal Reserve Funding for community upgrades
• Set 2024 Mill Rates

Committee - Planning

The Planning Committee for the Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 is reviewing a final flood plain study for the South Saskatchewan River Valley. Staff recommend endorsing the two-zone flood map in principle and directing administration to draft amendments to Zoning Bylaw 9/94, Building Bylaw 30/12, and emergency evacuation routes. If Council adopts the recommendations, the mapping will define where new buildings or additions can be constructed and set flood-proofing standards for properties along the river. The agenda also covers a heritage designation request near Clarkboro Ferry and research on temporary outdoor storage options.

• PD 24-008: Review of the South Saskatchewan River Valley Flood Plain Study final report and two-zone map
• Recommendation to draft amendments to Zoning Bylaw 9/94, Building Bylaw 30/12, and emergency evacuation routes
• Heritage Designation Request for a site near Clarkboro Ferry; public works completed a site visit
• Carryforward action on temporary outdoor storage options for permitted or discretionary uses
• P4G Regional Node Concept Plan Update discussed in closed session per the Municipalities Act

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee is deciding whether to recommend against improvements to a 500 m section of Township Road 390, which was found to be in reasonable condition. They will also consider approving an additional $3,244.55 for a UTV purchase, funded by savings from a grader tender, to cover the lowest compliant bid of $33,244.55. The agenda includes updates on civic addressing, gravel site sourcing, and other ongoing items.

• Recommendation to not improve Twp Rd 390 from Range Road 3052 to 500 m west
• UTV tender: Earth Works lowest compliant bid at $33,244.55, over budget by $3,244.55
• Additional UTV funds to come from $347,000 savings on grader tender
• Civic addressing rollout: signage to be completed by mid-May
• Water Assessment RFP closing May 9, 2024

Hamlets

The Cedar Villa Estates Community Association held its 2024 Annual General Meeting, covering financial reports, water treatment plant updates, septic pumping options, and community projects. Residents voted to accept financials, waive the audit, and elect board members. The meeting also discussed potential rezoning of Valley Park and community improvement ideas.

• Water treatment plant operated at a loss due to pump upgrades and electric cost increases
• Septic pumping quotes from three companies, all around $11,000
• Vote to waive audit for financials passed
• Terri Edwards elected as Member at Large #2
• Valley Park rezoning project discussed, with concerns about traffic and environmental impact

Hamlets

The Hamlet of Furdale is holding its 2024 Annual General Meeting. The agenda covers reports from the board and finances, nominations and an election, updates from the RM of Corman Park, and new business. This is a routine community governance meeting with no major decisions listed.

• Approval of 2023 AGM minutes
• Board of Furdale report
• Financial report
• Call for nominations and election
• RM of Corman Park updates

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is meeting to approve minutes, review financial reports including the Mastercard statement and operational/capital budget, and hear activity reports on provincial statutes, divisions, use of force, and traffic enforcement. The Chief's report and a new business item on the hiring process are also on the agenda. This is a routine administrative meeting with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review of Mastercard statement and cheque detail
• Operational and capital budget report
• Quarterly provincial use of force report
• Quarterly traffic enforcement report
• Discussion of hiring process

Council

The Council will hold public hearings for several bylaws regarding the P4G Official Community Plan and District Zoning Bylaw. The agenda also includes discussions on a Deloitte contract award and community centre funding. Additionally, the Public Works Committee will review new fee schedules and traffic speed changes.

• Rezoning land from Urban Residential Neighbourhood to Rural Commercial/Industrial
• Amendments to future urban growth area designations
• Award of a sole source contract to Deloitte
• New Public Works fee schedule and traffic speed changes
• Presentation by Corman Park Horse Riders Association

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee will review and recommend on several funding items, including extra costs for the Merrill Community Improvement Project, Sask Lotteries grant applications from local groups, and a request to join a tree-planting program. The committee will also meet in camera for a delegation and discuss administrative matters.

• Merrill Community Improvement Project: $10,706.00 extra for gazebo and $16,461.80 for upgraded hockey boards
• Corman Park Horse Rider's Association: $6,500.00 Sask Lotteries grant request
• Sask. Central River Pirates Baseball Association: $3,000.00 Sask Lotteries grant request
• City of Martensville: $10,000.00 Sask Lotteries grant request, recommended to be denied
• HELP International Shelter Belt Tree Program: Expression of Interest for free tree/mulch/drip irrigation program

Committee - Planning

The Planning Committee will hear a delegation from Garry Derenoski and review January 2024 P4G updates. The meeting includes in-camera presentations regarding the P4G Regional Servicing Hub and Regional Node Concept Plan. Additionally, the committee will address a request for the Official Community Plan.

• Delegation: Garry Derenoski
• P4G Regional Servicing Hub presentation
• P4G Regional Node Concept Plan Update
• Official Community Plan request

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee is reviewing several items including proposed speed limit changes on Beam Road, Range Road 3060, and Township Road 374, a report on flashing lights at stop sign locations, and an amendment to the Public Works Fee Bylaw to add a $750 Development Certificate Inspection fee. The committee will also hear a project update on Neault Road from the City of Saskatoon and discuss various carry-forward action items.

• Proposed speed limit decrease from 80 km/h to 60 km/h on Beam Road (Highway 16 to Range Road 3060) and on Range Road 3060 (Beam Road north 800 m)
• Proposed speed limit increase from 80 km/h to 90 km/h on Township Road 374 (Dalmeny Grid to Range Road 3070)
• Report on flashing red lights installed at Township Road 354 and Range Road 3052 costing $9,450; SGI grant applied for additional lights
• Amendment to Public Works Fee Bylaw to add $750 Development Certificate Inspection fee
• Delegation from City of Saskatoon on Neault Rd. Project Update

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is meeting to handle routine business, including approving the agenda and minutes from March 1, 2024. They will review financial reports, such as the Mastercard statement and budget report, and activity reports from the police service. The meeting is open to the public.

• Approve minutes from March 1, 2024
• Review Mastercard statement
• Review operational/capital budget report
• Review provincial statute and activity reports
• Next meeting scheduled for April 24, 2024

Committee - Planning

The Rural Municipality of Corman Park No. 344 Planning Committee will discuss draft land use designations and a proposed land use map for its Official Community Plan. Administration is reviewing November 2023 feedback regarding employment lands, residential areas near Vanscoy and Grasswood, and agricultural protections. The committee is receiving these items as information rather than voting on final policies; an internal technical review begins in April with public consultation targeted for mid-May. These updates will shape future zoning rules that affect where residents can build homes or businesses and how prime farmland is protected.

• PD 24-003: Special Planning Committee meeting to review draft OCP policies and Land Use Map feedback from November 6, 2023.
• PD 24-005: Closed session (in camera) per Section 120(2)(b) of the Municipalities Act to discuss long-range planning implications.
• PD 24-006: Information item on draft Land Use Designation descriptions and relationships between designations like Agriculture, Rural Residential, and Employment Lands.
• Timeline items: Internal technical review begins early April; additional public consultation targeted for mid-May; final OCP draft anticipated July 8, 2024.

Council

The Rural Municipality of Corman Park Council is meeting to review several land use applications, including subdivisions and discretionary use requests. The agenda also includes first and second readings for various bylaws and discussions on administrative items such as tax levies.

• Subdivision applications including SaskTel lands within the Town of Langham and Town of Dalmeny
• Discretionary use applications for Chris & Natisha Wiechnik and Morris Landscapes & Design Inc.
• First reading of bylaws for John & Rita Mathison and Greenbrye Estates
• Second and third reading of Bylaw 37/23 Amendment Request for Edwin Keindel
• Amending Dust Control Policy #TS-014 and decommissioning an abandoned water well

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission will consider a rezoning and subdivision application from John and Rita Mathison to create a 4.05-hectare (10-acre) parcel from a larger agricultural holding. The commission will also receive updates on the South East Concept Plan, flood plain policy, and Regional Node study, none of which have new updates. No delegations or other applications are scheduled.

• Rezoning Bylaw 48/23: rezone portion of NE 17-38-5-W3 from D-Agricultural District 2 to D-Agricultural Residential 1 District
• Subdivision application 2023/42: create 4.05 ha (10 acre) Parcel 'A' from 27.864 ha (68.85 acre) source parcel
• Conditions include upgrading septic system to Saskatchewan Health Authority standards and no new access to Highway 12
• Updates on South East Concept Plan, R.M. Flood Plain Policy, and Regional Community Services Node – no new updates
• No rezoning, subdivision, discretionary use, or delegation items other than the Mathison application

Committee - Administration

The Administration Committee of Corman Park No. 344 will receive an information report on IT security and compliance, consider a possible donation to the Langham Skating Club due to a misplaced Sask Lotteries application, and hold an open discussion on coyotes. The agenda also includes a carry-forward action list with updates on subdivision approvals, municipal reserve funding, and a fire training facility road agreement.

• AD 24-008: IT Security and Compliance information report
• AD 24-009: Langham Skating Club Sask Lotteries grant application – possible donation
• Coyotes open discussion
• Carry-forward action list: Gordie Howe Subdivision, Municipal Reserve Funding, CoS Fire Training Facility, MR funding for Merrill School

Committee - Planning

The committee is reviewing progress reports for the Saskatoon North Partnership for Growth (P4G) and the Official Community Plan. Discussion includes updates on regional market studies, drainage studies, and upcoming land use map revisions. The meeting also addresses status updates for the South East Concept Plan and heritage designation requests.

• P4G Regional Market Study awarded for $144,965
• P4G Phase 3 Drainage Study with an $80,000 budget
• P4G Strategic Plan awarded for $58,400
• Upcoming March 21 Special Planning Committee meeting regarding Official Community Plan land use maps

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee will consider several items, including decommissioning an abandoned well, changing speed limits on Beam Road, Range Road 3060, and Township Road 374, amending the dust control policy, and reviewing reports on flashing lights and a fee bylaw amendment. The agenda also includes a carry-forward action list and a traffic count request on Hodgson Road.

• Decommission abandoned well at Parcel B NW 31-37-5-W3 for Scott and Kelly Foster, with 90% cost reimbursement up to $10,000 from FRWIP
• Lower speed limit from 80 to 60 km/h on Beam Road from Highway 16 to Range Road 3060 (2.1 km)
• Lower speed limit from 80 to 60 km/h on Range Road 3060 from Beam Road north for 800 m
• Increase speed limit from 80 to 90 km/h on Township Road 374 from Dalmeny Grid (Highway 684) to Range Road 3070 (6.5 km)
• Amend Dust Control Policy TS-014 to remove RM-arranged dust control option for private landowners

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting, open to the public. The agenda is largely routine, covering approval of prior minutes, financial reports (including a Mastercard statement and budget report), activity reports, and the Chief's report. No specific decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Review of Mastercard statement
• Operational and capital budget report
• Cheque detail review
• Provincial statute report
• Activity by division report

Council

The Council will hold public hearings for three rezoning bylaws affecting various land parcels. The agenda also includes a funding request for Floral Community Hall and several land use applications.

• Rezoning Bylaw No. 50/23
• Rezoning Bylaw No. 29/23
• Rezoning Bylaw No. 37/23
• Floral Community Hall funding request
• Subdivision application for Anthony Giesbrecht and Denise Wanner

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission is meeting to review one discretionary use application from Norwest Holdings/Q-Line Trucking to expand an agricultural support service. The commission will also receive updates on the South East Concept Plan, flood plain policy, and regional node study. No rezonings or subdivisions are on the agenda.

• Discretionary use application for agricultural support service expansion (8,160 sq ft addition, future 7,200 sq ft structure) at NE 10-38-5-W3
• Conditions include removing one approach, registering drainage and landscaping agreements, and limiting use to approved area
• Flood plain policy update: fourth model iteration accepted by Water Security Agency, final report pending
• South East Concept Plan: draft report received, final presentation to DPC later
• Regional Community Services Node study ongoing, expected completion Spring 2024

Hamlets

The Eagle Ridge Hamlet Annual General Meeting approved the 2023 financial statements and the 2024 budget, and re-elected Curtis Arnold as vice-chair by acclamation. The board reported that it received information from the RM about new road construction options and plans a hamlet meeting in early May to discuss them. It also decided not to pursue a challenge to the RM's 40% municipal tax allocation, concluding it would not benefit the hamlet.

• Approved 2023 financial statements and 2024 budget
• Road construction options to be discussed at a hamlet meeting in early May
• Board decided not to pursue 40% municipal tax allocation challenge
• Curtis Arnold re-elected vice-chair by acclamation for a 4-year term
• Community questions raised about gopher control and Eagle Ridge entrance sign maintenance

Police Commission

The Corman Park Police Commission is meeting to discuss routine police service matters, including financial reports, activity reports, and a delegation from the RCMP. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• RCMP delegation
• Financial reports: Mastercard statement, operational/capital budget, cheque detail
• Activity reports: provincial statute, division activity, quarterly use of force, traffic enforcement
• Chief's report
• Approval of December 20, 2023 minutes

Council

The Council meeting includes discussions on several rezoning bylaws, land use amendments, and administrative reports. The agenda also covers the 2024 operating and capital budget, as well as updates regarding the South R.M. Area Development Plan.

• First reading of Bylaw 50/23 for rezoning Pcl X SE 12-36-5-W3
• First reading of Bylaw 29/23 for rezoning SW 26-38-5-W3
• Textual amendment for Viking Land Corp. regarding P4G Official Community Plan
• Discussion of 2024 Operating and Capital Budget (CDI 24-012)
• Speed limit adjustment proposal for Twp Rd 374

P4G District Planning Commission (DPC)

The P4G District Planning Commission will consider a Corman Park-initiated rezoning of Parcel 'X' in Greenbryre Estates from Country Residential 3 to Country Residential 4, both with holding provisions, to permit future townhouse development. The commission will also select a chair and vice-chair, approve minutes, and receive updates on the South East Concept Plan, flood plain policy, and Regional Community Services Node. No subdivision or discretionary use applications are on the agenda.

• Rezoning Bylaw 50/23: Parcel 'X', SE-12-36-05-W3, from DCR3 to DCR4 with holding provision to allow townhouses
• Selection of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2024
• Update: South East Concept Plan draft expected by end of January 2024
• Update: Flood plain policy modelling completed, final report pending
• Update: Regional Community Services Node study ongoing, completion spring 2024

Committee - Administration

The committee is reviewing annual membership renewals and a proposed 3% increase to Council remuneration. Members will also discuss resolutions for the SARM Convention and confirm eligibility for the Municipal Revenue Sharing Grant.

• Proposed 3% increase to 2024 Council remuneration rates
• Review of 18 annual membership renewals and new requests
• Declaration of eligibility for the Municipal Revenue Sharing Grant
• Identification of resolutions for the March 2024 SARM Convention
• Update on Gordie Howe Subdivision legal follow-ups

Committee - Planning

The committee is reviewing a background report for the South R.M. Area Development Plan, which assesses infrastructure and groundwater in a 24,643-hectare study area. The report provides updates on groundwater quality, potable water suppliers, and roadway conditions. The project is expected to be completed by June 2024.

• Update on South R.M. Area Development Plan (PD 24-001) regarding infrastructure analysis
• Delegation regarding Birchwood Heights Road Realignment
• Review of septic monitoring requirements in servicing agreements (PD 24-002)
• Status update on the South East Concept Plan (SECP) draft completion target of January 2024
• Discussion of potential road allowance exchange for the Budd property

Committee - Public Works

The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss a speed limit adjustment on Township Road 374 between Range Roads 3062 and 3070, as requested by Councillor Trask. The committee will also review the carryforward action list, which includes ongoing projects like civic addressing, gravel site sourcing, and road assessments. The meeting is scheduled to follow the Planning Committee Meeting on January 8, 2024.

• Speed limit adjustment on Twp Rd 374, from RR 3062 to RR 3070
• Carryforward action list review, including civic addressing process and Valley Road Corridor Assessment
• Twp Rd 390 rehabilitation report (from RR 3051 to RR 3053) to be presented in March 2024
• RM gravel pit crushing options report for 2025 operating year to be presented in April 2024
• Reports on Beam Road speed limit and flashing red lights on Grasswood Rd to be presented in February 2024

Council

Council is reviewing the 2024 preliminary budget package to provide direction for a final version. The proposal includes a 7% tax increase, which would cost residential ratepayers an average of $122 per year.

• Proposed 7% property tax increase to cover inflation, supply chain issues, and staffing costs
• Request for four new full-time positions in Corporate Services, Administration, Planning, and Public Works
• $230,000 request for Rock Mulching projects
• $90,000 budget for MR Lands Valuation report ($50,000 requested for 2024)
• Discontinuation of the Dust Control Pilot Program for 2024

Council

The Council is reviewing a recommendation to award a $2,130,900.00 contract for gravel crushing and stockpiling to Lafarge Canada Inc. Additionally, the Council is reviewing the preliminary 2024 budget package to provide direction for the final budget presentation.

• Recommendation to award $2,130,900.00 plus PST contract to Lafarge Canada Inc. for aggregates
• Review of preliminary 2024 operating and capital budgets
• Proposed 2024 new staff positions including Accountant, Legislative Officer, and Public Works Operations
• Proposed 3% salary increase for the Reeve and Councillors