Saddle Hills County public meetings in 2023
53 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2023-12-14 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to review the 2023 Annual Report and hear from delegations regarding agricultural research and field visit reports. The board will also consider several funding and sponsorship requests from agricultural organizations.
- 2023 ASB Annual Report for submission to Council
- Funding request from Agriculture for Life
- Sponsorship request from Alberta Invasive Species Council
- Funding request from Peace Country Beef and Forage Association
- Alberta Native Bee Monitoring Program review
2023-12-12 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider four development permit applications. This includes a proposal by NorthRiver Midstream Inc. to construct a new sour gas plant and seven compressors at an existing site.
- 42-DP-23: NorthRiver Midstream Inc. application for a sour gas plant and 7 compressors at NW 24-79-11-W6
- 43-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- 44-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- 45-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- Adoption of November 28, 2023 meeting minutes
2023-12-12 Regular Council Meeting
Council is meeting to approve the 2024 interim operating and capital budgets. The agenda includes requests for infrastructure funding, pipeline variances, and facility repairs. Council will also hear from delegations regarding Advantage Energy and the South Peace Mile "0" Park Society.
- Approval of 2024 Interim Operating and Capital Budget
- Pipeline variance request on Range Road 100 for Pembina Pipeline Corp.
- Funding requests for furnace repairs and fitness equipment at Woking Multiplex
- Request for additional airport operations funding from the Town of Spirit River
- Draft Policy PS10 regarding Emergency Wildfire Mitigation Assistance
2023-12-05 Capital Budget Meeting
Council is considering a proposed interim capital budget for 2024 and a 10-year capital replacement plan. The budget focuses on expanding rural waterlines and upgrading infrastructure, funded by reserve funds and federal and provincial grants.
- Proposed rural waterline projects totaling $29,057,000
- Paving projects in Happy Valley ($18,326,577), Northmark ($10,308,700), and Gordondale ($1,237,233)
- Doe River Re-Alignment project for $2,100,000 pending DRP approval
- Woking raw water reservoir project for $915,000
- Spring Lake Campground improvements including a play structure ($50,000), UTV ($20,000), and fire suppression cart ($15,000)
2023-11-28 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit application for a second dwelling unit at Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1321396. The proposal is intended to house low-income elderly parents and includes a separate sewage system. The commission will also consider the adoption of minutes from the November 14, 2023 meeting.
- Development permit 41-DP-23 for a second dwelling unit at Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1321396
- Adoption of November 14, 2023 meeting minutes
2023-11-28 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss a request to construct 450 meters of road on Township Road 824 and review a health information privacy and security manual for the county health clinic. The meeting also includes a delegation from Bonanza School and a review of the Agricultural Service Board Bylaw.
- Request to construct 450 meters of road on Township Road 824 west of Range Road 120
- Health Information Privacy and Security Manual for the Saddle Hills County Health Clinic
- Agricultural Service Board Bylaw review
- Saddle Hills County sign at the Ovintiv Events Centre
- October 2023 Monthly Financial Report
2023-11-24 Pre-Capital Budget Council Meeting
Council is reviewing proposed capital expenditures for 2024, focusing on water infrastructure and road paving. The meeting includes discussions on expanding rural potable waterlines and several asphalt paving projects.
- Proposed RV sani-dump and water fill station in Woking estimated at $25,000
- Rural Potable Waterlines (2024) Project with signed area costs totaling $23,049,000
- Paving of Township Road 764 (Northmark) estimated at $10,308,700
- Paving of Township Road 782 and Range Road 81 (Happy Valley) estimated at $18,326,577
- Paving of Range Road 105 (Gordondale) estimated at $1,237,233
2023-11-23 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair for the 2023-2024 term. The board will also review an orientation for new members and discuss plans for a future Agricultural Services building.
- Election of Agricultural Service Board Chair and Vice-Chair
- Discussion of Agricultural Services Building business and design plans
- Agricultural Service Board member orientation
- Review of Agricultural Coordinator Report including 2024 Tree Seedling Program updates
2023-11-15 Operating Budget Council Meeting
Council is meeting to discuss the proposed interim operating budget for 2024-2027. The session includes decisions on capital grants for community associations and funding levels for the municipal library board.
- Proposed $150,000 budget for the Saddle Hills County Municipal Library Board for 2024
- Approval of 2024 Capital Grants exceeding $25,000 totaling $566,010.16
- Capital grant of $178,338.60 for Blueberry Mountain Goodwill Society playground construction
- Capital grant of $177,263.10 for Savanna Agricultural Society playground construction
- Discussion of 2024-2027 Proposed Interim Operating Budget
2023-11-14 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit application from Advantage Energy Ltd. to install a 2500 HP compressor and transition an existing battery site into a sour gas plant. The body will also elect a Chairperson and Vice Chairperson and adopt previous meeting minutes.
- Development permit 40-DP-23 for a 2500 HP Compressor and Sour Gas Plant at LSD 04 of 21-76-09-W6
- Election of Chairperson
- Election of Vice Chairperson
- Adoption of October 30, 2023 meeting minutes
2023-11-14 Regular Council Meeting
Council is meeting to discuss a maintenance request for the Braeburn Registered Drainage Ditch and an amendment to Veterinary Services Incorporated (V.S.I.) 1980 Ltd. appointments. The agenda also includes reviewing the Agricultural Service Board Bylaw and various sponsorship requests.
- Maintenance request for the Braeburn Registered Drainage Ditch
- Amendment to Veterinary Services Incorporated (V.S.I.) 1980 Ltd. External Committee Appointments
- Agricultural Service Board Bylaw review
- Sponsorship request for Elizabeth Gustafson
- Sponsorship of 2024 Graduate Banner
2023-11-01 Grant Program Budget Council Meeting
Council is meeting to consider funding applications for several 2024 grant programs. The body will review requests for community signage, cemetery maintenance, operating grants, and capital grants.
- 2024 Community Signs Grant applications for Gundy Community Recreation Society and Cotillion Butte Recreation Association totaling $25,130.00 for signs
- 2024 Cemetery Maintenance Grant applications for 16 cemeteries, with proposed amounts of $1,000.00 per cemetery
- 2024 Operating Grant Program review
- 2024 Capital Grant Program review
2023-10-30 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss awarding contracts for rural water system extensions and review proposal results for a new Blueberry Firehall. The meeting includes reports on the 2023 Q3 budget variance and road construction requests for Birchcliff Energy Ltd.
- Award contracts for Bonanza and Savanna/County Complex Rural Water System Extensions
- Review RFP results for the new Blueberry Firehall
- Road construction request for Birchcliff Energy Ltd. on Township Road 800
- 2023 Q3 Budget Variance Report
- Agricultural Appeal Committee Bylaw and Terms of Reference
2023-10-30 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for an 80x80 borrow pit. Staff recommend refusing the application because the requested 100% variance for the rear yard setback exceeds the commission's 25% authority.
- Development Permit File 38-DP-23: Proposed 80x80 borrow pit at NE 20-78-13-W6
- Proposed 100% variance for rear yard setback (minimum required is 15.2m)
- Adoption of October 10, 2023, meeting minutes
2023-10-30 Organizational Meeting
The council is meeting to elect the Reeve and Deputy Reeve for the term of October 30, 2023, to October 22, 2024. The body will also appoint representatives to various external committees and boards and determine the voting procedure for the meeting.
- Election of Reeve and Deputy Reeve
- Proposal to conduct all organizational elections by secret ballot
- Appointment of representatives to the Agricultural Service Board
- Appointment of representatives to the Municipal Planning Commission
- Proposed amendments to the Reference Summary for Committees and Boards regarding the Libraries Act and Central Peace Assessment Review Board
2023-10-11 Special Council Meeting
The council is holding a special meeting to address new business. The primary item on the agenda is the rescheduling of the Regular Council Meeting and Organizational Meeting.
- Change of Regular Council Meeting and Organizational Meeting date from October 24, 2023, to October 30, 2023
2023-10-10 Regular Council Meeting
Saddle Hills County Council is meeting to review several infrastructure requests, including road construction and pipeline variances. The body will also discuss updates to agricultural service policies and the disposal of county equipment.
- Pipeline variance request for Birchcliff Energy Ltd. on Range Road 134
- Access road variance and right of way request for Birchcliff Energy Ltd. on Range Road 133
- Request to construct one mile of road on Range Road 85 south of Township Road 794
- Review of Draft Policy UT02 Remote Potable Water Hauling Subsidy Program
- Review of Road Closure Bylaw Fee
2023-10-10 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review a development permit application for an office building at an existing battery site. The body will also consider the adoption of minutes from its September 26, 2023, meeting.
- Development permit 39-DP-23 for an office building at LSD 14 of 27-77-11-W6 (Insignia Energy Ltd.)
2023-09-26 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will review a development permit application from Pembina Pipeline Corporation. The body is also tasked with adopting the minutes from its September 12, 2023, meeting.
- Development permit 33-DP-23 for a 500 HP Compressor and 40 ft Communication Tower at NE 15-78-12-W6
- Adoption of September 12, 2023, meeting minutes
2023-09-26 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss road closure bylaws, a potential water jug fill station at the Ksituan Water Treatment Plant, and a subdivision extension request. The meeting also includes reviews of the Council Code of Conduct and meeting procedure bylaws.
- Road Closure Bylaw 418-2023 / Lease 02-L-23
- Subdivision File 19-SH-22 Extension Request
- Sponsorship request from Westview Park Project Committee
- Sponsorship request for Friend's of the Foundation Harvest Dine and Dance
- Review of Bylaw 306-2017 Council Code of Conduct
2023-09-21 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is meeting to discuss the removal of equipment from its rental fleet and the Soil Sampling Program. The board will also hear delegations from TELUS and Emerson Trail Veterinary Services.
- Removal of Roller Crimper and 10 Yard Scraper from rental fleet
- Soil Sampling Program discussion
- Veterinary Innovation Grant Program discussion
- AFSC Wildlife Damage Inspection Program update
- Delegations from TELUS and Dr. Evan Lowe of Emerson Trail Veterinary Services
2023-09-12 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss road construction funding for Range Road 95 and a pipeline variance request from Tourmaline Oil Corp. The meeting includes delegations from the Spirit River RCMP and local residents, as well as a review of a draft policy for sharing road allowances for farming.
- Tourmaline Oil Corp. request for a pipeline variance setback on Range Road 73
- Additional funding request for the Range Road 95 road construction project
- Request to gravel 1/2 mile of road on Range Road 75 and add it to the road network
- Draft policy for sharing road allowances for farming purposes
- Sponsorship request for Wounded Warriors Canada
2023-09-12 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider three development permit applications. A primary item is a proposal for an outdoor hospitality and glamping business featuring cabins, a geo dome, and a tent.
- 30-DP-23: Outdoor hospitality/glamping business at SE 14-76-06-W6
- 33-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- 34-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- Adoption of April 25, 2023 meeting minutes
2023-08-22 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss the feasibility of hydrogen production, the effects of pipelines on private land, and the 2024 budget development guidelines. The meeting includes a closed session to award a tender for the Central Peace Regional Water Supply System Project.
- Additional funding request for road construction on Range Road 135
- ATCO variance request for an underground powerline on Township Road 790
- 2024 Budget Development Guidelines and Interim Budget Review dates
- Chemical budget increase
- Award of tender for the Central Peace Regional Water Supply System Project (closed session)
2023-08-08 Regular Council Meeting
Saddle Hills County Council will hear a delegation from residents Shirley Klatt, Dave Schofield, and Rick Johnson, and consider several variance requests from energy companies for pad site setbacks on Township Roads 793 and 794 and Range Road 130. Other business includes a potable water hauling subsidy program, assessment scenarios for small business, and road construction requests on Range Roads 85 and 83.
- Delegation from residents Shirley Klatt, Dave Schofield, and Rick Johnson at 9:45 a.m.
- Variance request from Tourmaline Oil Corp. for pad site setback on Township Road 793
- Variance request from Tourmaline Oil Corp. for pad site setback on Township Road 794
- Variance request from Birchcliff Energy Ltd. for pad site setback on Range Road 130
- Road construction request on Range Road 85 north of Highway 49
2023-07-25 Regular Council Meeting
Saddle Hills County Council will discuss project approval and funding for the Sergeant Creek Slide and a gas line installation request from Central Peace Natural Gas Co-Op. The meeting also includes reviews of water and wastewater systems, tendering policies, and budget variance reports.
- Project approval and funding request for the Sergeant Creek Slide
- Central Peace Natural Gas Co-Op request to install gas line along Township Road 810 and Range Road 101
- Review of Bylaw 417-2023 Water and Wastewater Systems
- Variance request from Birchcliff Energy Ltd. on Range Road 134
- 2023 Q2 Budget Variance Report
2023-07-11 Regular Council Meeting
Council is meeting to discuss emergency wildfire mitigation, rural potable water hookups, and road network expansions. The body will also review policies regarding veterinary bursaries, council payments, and road allowance leasing.
- Emergency Wildfire Mitigation proposal
- Setback variance request for Tourmaline Oil Corp. pipeline and padsite on Township Road 794
- Construction estimate for half a mile of road on Range Road 85
- Request to add 1 km to the maintained road network on Range Road 114
- Review of Policy AD14 Payments to Council, Committee and Board Members
2023-06-27 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss adding a section of Range Road 84 to the maintained road network and request additional funds for environmental testing at the Fourth Creek Old Landfill. The meeting includes reviews of corporate, administrative, and public works policies, as well as a delegation from the Happy Valley Ag and Recreation Club.
- Addition of 265 meters on Range Road 84 to the County Maintained Road Network
- Additional funds for Fourth Creek Old Landfill Environmental Testing
- Sponsorship request for the Northern Lights College Intercollegiate Rodeo
- Review of Policy PW29 Water Cistern Subsidy
- Closed session regarding a lease proposal with Rogers Communications Inc.
2023-06-22 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is considering the approval of a draft design and business plan for a new Agricultural Services Building. The proposed facility would include a veterinary clinic, laboratory, greenhouse, and livestock handling area. The board is also hearing from fish and wildlife and agricultural financial delegations.
- Proposed Agricultural Services Building with an estimated Year 1 cost of $7,000,000
- Draft business plan including $450,000 for equipment in Year 2 and $300,000 in Year 3
- Delegation from Eldon Pullishy, Spirit River Fish and Wildlife Officer
- Delegation from Agriculture Financial Service Corporation
- Selection of alternate presenters for a Soil Health Workshop
2023-06-13 Regular Council Meeting
Saddle Hills County Council will discuss several variance requests for energy company infrastructure and road realignments. The body is also considering updates to the 2023 gravel program and haul rates, as well as various administrative policy reviews.
- Variance request for ATCO's underground powerline on Township Road 760
- Variance request on Range Road 112 for Tourmaline Oil Corp.
- Variance request for a private road along Township Road 790 for Grizzly Resources Ltd.
- Proposed 2023 Gravel Program and adjustments to 2023 Gravel Haul Rates
- Sponsorship request for Race the 8 from Rycroft Agricultural Society
2023-06-09 Special Council Meeting
The Council is holding a special meeting to address a specific emergency or operational issue. The primary focus of the session is the fire situation in the south central area of the county.
- Discussion regarding the fire situation in the South Central area of Saddle Hills County
2023-05-25 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is reviewing an Agricultural Services Building and Business Plan and the Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program Extension. The board is also discussing the use of drone imagery for wildlife damage claims and the reduction of wildlife damage top-ups from the Government of Alberta.
- Agricultural Services Building and Business Plan
- Resilient Agricultural Landscape Program Extension
- 2023 Resolution Grading
- Sponsorship request from Peace River Forage Association of British Columbia
- Annual ASB Grant restoration to $166,247.00
2023-05-23 Regular Council Meeting
Council is considering the second and third readings of Bylaw 417-2023 regarding water and wastewater systems. The meeting includes several variance requests for industrial pad sites and pipelines, as well as funding requests for recreation and infrastructure.
- Second and Third Readings of Bylaw 417-2023 Water and Wastewater Systems
- Variance requests for pad sites/pipelines from Kelt Exploration Ltd., Tourmaline Oil Corp., Advantage Energy Ltd., and Tamarack Valley Energy Ltd.
- Variance request for a private road along Township Road 790 from Grizzly Resources Ltd.
- Funding request for ATCO Powerline move on Range Road 134
- Grant application partnership request from Cotillion Butte Recreation Association
2023-05-09 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss water and wastewater systems and the supply of water to Savanna Splash Park. The meeting includes decisions on 2023 gravel haul and equipment rates, as well as a proposed dust control program.
- Bylaw 411-2022 Water and Wastewater Systems
- 2023 Gravel Haul Rates and Hired Equipment Rates
- Proposed Dust Control Program for 2023
- Request for gravel at the New Cotillion Hall
- Application to lease road allowance
2023-04-25 Regular Council Meeting
Council will review the 2023 Final Operating and Capital Budget and a draft Tax Rate Bylaw. The meeting includes delegations from the Village of Rycroft and the Cotillion Butte Recreation Association, as well as discussions on water infrastructure and community events.
- Draft Bylaw 416-2023 Tax Rate Bylaw
- 2023 Final Operating and Capital Budget
- Bylaw 415-2023 Assessment Sub-Classes Bylaw
- Tendering of engineering for the 2024 Rural Potable Waterline
- Agricultural Services Building Design
2023-04-25 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider three development permit applications. A primary item is a proposal by the Blueberry Mountain Goodwill Society for a historical tourism attraction.
- 09-DP-23: Proposed interpretive building and trail network at NE 10-80-08-W6
- 12-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- 15-DP-23: Development Permit Application
2023-04-11 Regular Council Meeting
Council will review the 2022 audited financial statements and discuss rural potable water servicing policies. The meeting includes delegations from the Government of Alberta and MPE Engineering, as well as a closed session regarding Canadian Fiber Optics.
- Review of Draft 2022 Saddle Hills County Audited Financial Statements
- Discussion on Policy UT01 Rural Potable Water Servicing
- Review of Bylaw 409-2022 General Traffic Bylaw
- Request for additional rural potable water hookups
- Closed session for land purchase for Range Road 135 Gundy
2023-04-06 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Hearing
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is holding a hearing regarding an appeal of a development permit decision. The case involves a property at SW 20-79-8W6th where the appellant is seeking to regularize various farm-related developments and equipment storage.
- Appeal of development permit decision 01-DP-23 for SW 20-79-8W6th
- Proposed use of land for equipment and vehicle storage/repair
- Installation of a 20'x40'x13' coverall shop and 12'x60'x10' oilfield trailer on skids
- Construction of an access road and gate in the southwest corner
- Proposed 2023 plans for a portable sawmill and permanent sewage system
2023-04-04 Audit Committee Meeting
The Audit Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially adopt the draft 2022 Audited Financial Statements. The committee is also tasked with adopting the minutes from the April 11, 2022, meeting.
- Review of 2022 Saddle Hills County Audited Financial Statements (Draft)
- Adoption of April 11, 2022 Audit Committee Meeting minutes
- 2022 Consolidated Statement of Financial Position showing net financial assets of $88,289,641
- 2022 Consolidated Statement of Operations reporting an excess of revenue over expenses of $15,532,174
2023-03-28 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider three development permit applications and one extension request. Key items include a new community hall and an industrial compressor installation.
- Development permit 05-DP-23 for a new community hall at SE 23-82-12-W6
- Development permit 06-DP-23 for a 500 HP Compressor at LSD 16 of 11-81-13-W6
- Development permit application 08-DP-23
- Extension request for development permit 13-DP-22
2023-03-28 Regular Council Meeting
The Council will discuss design and budget approvals for Cotillion Hall and request additional funds for bridge maintenance and fire apparatus. The meeting includes delegations from the Canadian Motorcycle Tourism Association and Cotillion Butte Recreation Association.
- Design and budget approval for Cotillion Hall
- Request for additional funds for bridge maintenance
- Request for additional funds for new fire apparatus
- Bylaw 414-2023 Master Rates
- Draft Policy AG28 Soil Conservation
2023-03-16 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is reviewing the potential inclusion of elk in the Veterinary Services Incorporated (V.S.I.) program. The board is also discussing a regional large animal vet initiative and the Green Acreages Program.
- Proposal to include elk in the V.S.I. program
- Review of Draft Policy AG28 Soil Conservation
- Discussion of Regional Large Animal Vet Initiative
- Discussion of Green Acreages Program
- Delegation from Eldon Pullishy, Spirit River Fish and Wildlife Officer
2023-03-14 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review a development permit for a new community hall. The body will also vote on the adoption of minutes from the February 14, 2023, meeting.
- Development permit 05-DP-23 for a new community hall at SE 23-82-12-W6 (Cotillion Butte Recreation Association)
2023-03-14 Regular Council Meeting
The Council will discuss the adoption of master rates and a remuneration policy for volunteer firefighters and medical first responders. The meeting also includes reviews of public works and protective services policies, as well as a closed session regarding TELUS.
- Bylaw 414-2023 Master Rates
- Draft Policy PS05 Volunteer Firefighter/Medical First Responder Remuneration
- Application to purchase road allowance lease
- Sponsorship request from Bonanza School
- Request for additional rural potable water hookups
2023-02-28 Regular Council Meeting
The Council will meet to discuss the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan and requests regarding the Shell True North Pond Road and Doe River Slide Project. The meeting includes delegations from RBC Dominion Securities and the Grande Spirit Foundation, as well as closed sessions regarding personnel and land purchase for Range Road 135.
- Sponsorship requests for 2023 Women in the North Conference and Dawson Creek Exhibition and Stampede
- Request to maintain the Shell True North Pond Road
- Doe River Slide Project
- Closed session for land purchase for Range Road 135
- Saddle Hills County Strategic Plan 2022-2025
2023-02-14 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is discussing two development permit applications. One application involves a mix of residential and business structures on SW 20-79-08-W6, while the other is listed as 03-DP-23.
- 01-DP-23: Proposed 14'x16'x18' cabin, 12'x60'x10' oilfield trailer, portable sawmill, and exterior storage on SW 20-79-08-W6
- 01-DP-23: Proposed home based business (major) for the operation of a sawmill on SW 20-79-08-W6
- 03-DP-23: Development Permit Application
- Adoption of January 24, 2023 meeting minutes
2023-02-14 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss rural potable water servicing and the award for chloramination and pumping upgrades for Savanna and Woking water supply systems. The meeting includes several delegations and reviews of protective services and agricultural policies.
- Award of Savanna and Woking Water Supply Systems Chloramination and Pumping Upgrades
- Tourmaline Oil Corp. request for variance setback on Township Road 794
- Review of Policy UT01 Rural Potable Water Servicing
- Review of campground rates and guidelines for seasonal sites
- Proposed Protective Services Policy PS08 First Responder Service Recognition
2023-01-31 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Hearing
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal regarding development permit 42-DP-22. The permit previously approved a 14-unit co-housing facility, school, kitchen, church, and slaughterhouse on SE 03-81-12-W6.
- Appeal of development permit 42-DP-22 for a 14-unit co-housing facility, school, kitchen, church, and slaughterhouse
- Objections from residents at NE08-081-12-W6 regarding groundwater pollution, smell, and predator activity
- Review of Development Officer Report and Alberta Health Services referral comments
- Review of Alberta Meat Facility Standards 2022 and Disposal of Dead Animals Regulation AR 132/2014
2023-01-26 Agricultural Service Board Meeting
The Agricultural Service Board is discussing potential presenters for a Soil Health and Grazing workshop and a sponsorship request from the Alberta Invasive Species Council. The board is also reviewing the Agricultural Coordinator's report on vegetation management and capital projects.
- Potential speakers for Soil Health and Grazing Event including Karin Linquist ($750/presentation) and Steve Kenyon ($3,000/day)
- Sponsorship request from the Alberta Invasive Species Council
- Agricultural Coordinator report on spraying Fourth Creek/Blueberry areas and beaver dam removal
- Status updates on capital projects: Ag Building, Spray Truck, and Zero Turn Mower
- Review of November 17, 2022 minutes including a $25,000 sponsorship for the Peace Country Beef and Forage Association
2023-01-24 Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is considering a development permit application from Longshore Resources Ltd. for a 1480 HP compressor at an existing multi-well battery site. The body will also review minutes from the December 13, 2022, meeting.
- Development permit 02-DP-23 for a 1480 HP Compressor at NW 05-80-09-W6
- Adoption of December 13, 2022, meeting minutes
2023-01-24 Regular Council Meeting
Council is discussing a Rural Water Action Plan and resident requests for water pressure in the Savanna area. The meeting includes reviews of fire department funding, dust control policies, and a setback variance request for Tourmaline Oil Corp.
- Request for setback variance on Township Road 794 for Tourmaline Oil Corp.
- Review of Fire Department Funding and Protective Services Policies
- Rental agreement between Woking Multiplex Association and SHC Municipal Library Board
- Closed session request to purchase 4000 tonnes of 1.5 inch gravel
- Review of Bylaw 377-2020 Assessment Sub-Classes Bylaw
2023-01-10 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss adding an industrial landfill to the Crown Land District via a Land Use Bylaw amendment. The meeting includes reports on drainage issues in Bonanza and traffic counters, as well as a lease agreement review for the Woking Multiplex Association.
- Land Use Bylaw Amendment to add Industrial Landfill to Crown Land District
- Review of lease agreement with Saddle Hills County Municipal Library Board and Woking Multiplex Association
- Report on drainage issues in Bonanza
- Agricultural Services 2022 Annual Report
- Delegation from Adam Stokes, RCMP Detachment Commander for Spirit River
2023-01-09 Special Council Meeting
The council is meeting for a special session. The agenda includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
- Closed session regarding personnel (FOIP Section 27(1))