County of Stettler No. 6 public meetings in 2021

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission for County of Stettler No. 6 is meeting to review specific development permit and subdivision applications. The agenda includes approvals for residential construction, a sand and gravel extraction site, and referrals from regional partners. The body will also approve minutes from the October 27, 2021 meeting and hear reports on ongoing planning projects.

• Development Permit DP 21078 for 1082604 Alberta Ltd. regarding sand, gravel, and surface mineral extraction on NE 25-35-20W4M
• Development Permit DP 21128 for Zaychkowsky regarding Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 0724824
• Development Permit DP 21132 for Klettke regarding Lot 1 Plan 7921292
• Development Permit DP 21133 for Lewis regarding Lot 2 Block 2 Plan 21133
• Subdivision Application SUB2021-23 for Lee regarding NE 8-41-19W4M

The Municipal Planning Commission denied a permit for 16 swine and offspring due to nuisance concerns and variance from district limits, and issued a non-compliance notice to remove excess swine by March 31, 2022. It approved a discretionary permit for two RVs as seasonal dwellings (Zaychkowsky) and a garden suite RV (Lewis), both with conditions. A gravel pit extraction and processing permit (Lever Action Pit) was approved with operational limits. A subdivision application (Lee) was tabled until December 31, 2022.

• Denied DP 21132 for 16 swine and offspring (unanimous)
• Issued non-compliance notice for excess swine, removal by March 31, 2022 (6-1)
• Approved DP 21128 for two RVs as seasonal dwellings (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21133 for garden suite RV as dwelling (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21078 for sand/gravel extraction and processing (unanimous)
• Tabled subdivision SUB2021-23 until December 31, 2022 (unanimous)
• No concerns with Palliser Regional Municipal Services referral (unanimous)
• Requested clarification from Summer Village of White Sands on subdivision referral (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to review its administration report, receive a pest update from Shelley Barkley, and discuss new business including ASB orientation, 2022 staffing levels, and program highlights. The board will also consider resolutions for the 2022 Provincial ASB Conference and note the upcoming conference in Edmonton. The agenda includes routine items like adoption of minutes and correspondence.

• 2022 staffing levels discussion
• 2022 Provincial ASB Conference resolutions (Jan 24-27, 2022, Westin Hotel Edmonton)
• Lease check for cows and fence; new five-year tender advertisements in January
• Beaver dam removals at SE-8-42-18-W4 and Range Road 18-4A
• Grass seeding on Township Road 38-4 and in Botha, Gadsby, and Erskine

The Agricultural Services Board approved the agenda and previous minutes, received reports on administration and pest updates, and discussed 2022 staffing levels. The board voted to support six resolutions for the 2022 Provincial ASB Conference, covering topics like highway vegetation management, ungulate populations, and natural gas exemptions. No substantive decisions were made beyond these approvals and support motions.

• Approved December 9, 2021 agenda with addition (unanimous)
• Approved September 22, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Received Administration Report for information (unanimous)
• Received Shelley Barkley's Pest Update for information (unanimous)
• Received 2022 Staffing Levels item for information (unanimous)
• Supported Resolution 1-22 on highway vegetation management (unanimous)
• Supported Resolution 2-22 on restoring regional experts network (opposed by Larry Clarke)
• Supported Resolutions 3-22 through 6-22 (unanimous)

County Council

Council unanimously adopted the 2021 budget as the 2022 interim budget and approved a 3% cost-of-living increase for all staff effective January 1, 2022, with Councillor Stevens opposed. Council also approved $39,604.66 in recreation special project funding, awarded a bridge load evaluation contract to WSP Canada Inc. for $44,921 plus GST, and cancelled $123,915.17 in uncollectable oil and gas property taxes. Several tax penalty forgiveness requests were denied, and two bylaws were tabled or postponed.

• Adopted 2021 budget as 2022 interim budget (unanimous)
• Approved 3% cost-of-living increase for all staff effective Jan 1, 2022 (6-1)
• Approved $39,604.66 in recreation special project funding (unanimous)
• Awarded bridge load evaluation project to WSP Canada Inc. for $44,921 plus GST (unanimous)
• Cancelled $123,915.17 in uncollectable oil and gas property taxes (unanimous)
• Denied tax penalty forgiveness for customers PRE007, NIE005, NAT005, WAL092 (unanimous or 6-1)
• Postponed Bylaw 1670-21 (Regional SDAB) to Jan 12, 2022 (unanimous)
• Tabled Bylaw 1671-21 and 1672-21 (special tax levies) (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler council is deciding how to proceed with a request from the Summer Village of Rochon Sands to explore joint water distribution servicing. Administration has begun a feasibility study, and council will choose between adding the item to an intermunicipal committee agenda or holding a joint council meeting.

• Request for Decision on joint water servicing with Rochon Sands
• Option to add to Intermunicipal Collaboration Committee agenda
• Option to request a joint meeting of councils
• High-level design evaluation of expanding Rochon Sands Heights reservoir
• Engineering review fees will be incurred

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on several requests, including a waterline connection for a resident, additional funding for Union Hall, and forgiveness of a tax penalty. They will also review the Shirley McClellan Regional Water Services Commission's 2022 budget and set dates for emergency management meetings. The agenda includes public hearings, delegations, and in-camera sessions on tax agreements and land sales.

• Waterline hookup request for SW 4-35-16-W4, with construction costs estimated at $44,400 plus GST, and a $15,000 connection fee
• Union Hall request for $1,500 in additional financial assistance from the Recreation General Reserve
• SMRWSC 2022 budget with a water rate increase from $2.65 to $2.69 per cubic meter
• Request to forgive a $685.23 tax penalty for Roll 663902
• Bylaw 1670-21 for a Regional Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, first reading and public hearing

Council approved forgiving a portion of municipal non-residential taxes ($115,673.64) and penalties ($25,804.16) on roll 581400, with the landowner responsible for $46,858.96 in requisitions. Council also approved a $20,000 per-physician recruitment incentive, a tax repayment agreement for multiple rolls, and first reading of a regional subdivision appeal board bylaw. Two motions to forgive tax penalties were defeated, and a motion to sell environmental reserve land was unanimously defeated.

• Approved tax forgiveness on roll 581400: $115,673.64 taxes + $25,804.16 penalty (unanimous)
• Approved $20,000 per-physician recruitment incentive with 5-year commitment (6-1)
• Approved tax repayment agreement for 12 rolls with $197,881.40 in installments (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of Bylaw 1670-21 for regional SDAB, public hearing Dec 8 (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to forgive $685.23 penalty for Roll 663902 (1-6)
• Defeated motion to forgive $5,921.60 penalty for Customer HUT003 (1-6)
• Defeated motion to sell environmental reserve at Rochon Sands Heights (0-7)
• Approved $1,500 financial assistance for Union Hall from Emergency Recreation Reserves (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Commission is reviewing multiple development permit applications, including residential dwellings, ancillary buildings, and communication towers. The agenda also includes a delegation from Avila Corporation regarding a bit coin mining operation and discussions on RV non-compliance issues.

• Delegation: Avila Corporation regarding Bit Coin Mining Operation
• Development Permit 21101: Telecommunication Tower (45 meters) at NW 28-38-18W4M
• Development Permit 21102: Sand, Gravel & Surface Mineral Extraction at SE 36-34-21W4M
• Development Permit 21078: Sand, Gravel & Surface Mineral Extraction ($105,558.20) at NE 35-25-21W4M
• Subdivision files for SE 24-40-19W4M, NE 20-37-20W4M, and NW 11-34-15W4M

The Municipal Planning Commission tabled a decision on a development permit for an ancillary building with a front yard setback variance, pending further information on eave overhang and utility easement requirements. The commission also directed administration to enter into a Letter of Occupation with conditions for Range Road 20-5 North of Bayview Street. A delegation from the Rochon Sands Heights Community Association discussed a proposed marina development, but no formal decision was made on that item.

• Tabled DP 21134 (Borbandy) for ancillary building with 64% front yard setback variance (unanimous)
• Directed administration to enter into Letter of Occupation with conditions for Range Road 20-5 North of Bayview Street (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with addition of delegation (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of December 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Planning and Development Officer's Monthly Report for information (unanimous)

County Council

This is the County of Stettler No. 6's annual organizational meeting, required by the Municipal Government Act. Council will elect a Reeve and Deputy Reeve, set meeting dates and seating, and adopt remuneration policies (CN 1.1 and CN 1.6) that set per diems and mileage rates. They will also make numerous appointments to committees and boards, and confirm voting procedures (show of hands or secret ballot).

• Election of Reeve (current: Councillor Larry Clarke) and Deputy Reeve
• Adoption of Council Remuneration Policy CN 1.1 (per diems: $275 for 4+ hr meetings, $200 for shorter; Reeve allowance $650/month, Deputy Reeve $250/month)
• Adoption of Member at Large and Committee Member Remuneration Policy CN 1.6 (per diems: $275/$200; expert members $125/hr, min $500/meeting)
• Set regular council meetings: second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. in County Administration Building
• Appointments to committees and boards (e.g., Agricultural Service Board, Municipal Planning Commission, Assessment Review Board, Subdivision and Development Appeal Board)

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council held its organizational meeting on October 25, 2021, where all councillors were sworn in and Larry Clarke was appointed Reeve. The council approved a rotating Deputy Reeve schedule, set regular meeting dates, and made numerous appointments to boards and committees. A motion to decrease councillor remuneration by $25 was defeated.

• Appointed Larry Clarke as Reeve (unanimous)
• Approved Deputy Reeve rotation schedule (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to decrease councillor remuneration by $25 (4-3)
• Confirmed councillor remuneration per policy CN 1.1 (4-3)
• Approved amended mileage rate per CRA (unanimous)
• Appointed Quinton Beaumont as Agricultural Fieldman (unanimous)
• Appointed Brownlee LLP as Municipal Solicitor (unanimous)
• Set regular meetings for second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m. (unanimous)

County Council

The meeting includes a discussion regarding a response to a settlement offer. This item is scheduled as new business to be held in camera under FOIPPA Section 27 for privileged information.

• Response to Settlement Offer (In Camera)

The council unanimously approved a motion directing administration to respond to an October 12, 2021 settlement offer with a counter-offer. The counter-offer requires a written admission of contempt of a February 12, 2021 court order, reimbursement of solicitor-client costs capped at costs incurred up to acceptance, and no further penalties if accepted and complied with. The meeting was a special session held in-camera for part of the discussion under FOIP privilege.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Entered in-camera session to discuss settlement offer under FOIP Section 27 (unanimous)
• Exited in-camera session (unanimous)
• Directed administration to respond to Oct 12 settlement offer with counter-offer including written admission of contempt, cost reimbursement, and no further penalties if accepted (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 1:49 p.m. (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a public hearing for a road closure bylaw, a waterline hookup request, contract awards for drainage and gravel crushing, and various policy and budget items. The agenda also includes routine reports and in-camera discussions on tax and land matters.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 1667-21 to close portions of Prairie Avenue in Gadsby
• Request to authorize water service connection for NW-12-39-19-4W with expenses up to $15,000
• Award contract for Carlisle Estates drainage improvements to ROHI Engineering Ltd for $19,382.00
• Award tender for gravel crushing
• Consider participation in Stettler Town & Country Museum 'Light the Night' display

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council approved a $525,000 gravel crushing contract with Howell's Excavating Ltd., passed Bylaw 1668-21 (Water and Wastewater) and Bylaw 1669-21 (Engine Retarder Brakes in Hamlets) through all three readings, and approved several other expenditures including a $19,382 stormwater plan and $25,000 for a fire department trailer. A motion to reimburse a ratepayer for a truck mirror damaged by loose gravel was defeated. Council also entered into a tax agreement with a ratepayer and offered two lots for sale at $20,000 each.

• Awarded gravel crushing contract to Howell's Excavating Ltd. for $525,000 (unanimous)
• Awarded Carlisle Estates drainage contract to ROHI Engineering Ltd. for $19,382 plus GST (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 joint funding for fire department rescue trailer (unanimous)
• Approved water service connection for NW 12-39-19 W4M up to $15,000 (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 1668-21 Water and Wastewater Bylaw (unanimous)
• Passed Bylaw 1669-21 Engine Retarder Brakes in Hamlets (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to reimburse ratepayer for truck mirror (1 opposed, 6 in favour)
• Approved tax agreement with ratepayer for $31,305.37 in installments (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler Municipal Planning Commission will review and decide on seven development permit applications, including new dwellings, a manufactured home replacement, a kennel, and a variance request. The commission will also discuss a subdivision referral from the Town of Stettler and a Natural Resources Conservation Board (NRCB) matter. The meeting is open to the public in person, on YouTube, or by Zoom.

• DP 21108: Permit extension for detached dwelling with variance (Borbandy)
• DP 21114: Replace manufactured home with newer model (Boese)
• DP 21119: Kennel application (Andersen)
• DP 21120: Ancillary building with front yard variance (Vachon)
• Referral SUB 2021-05 from Town of Stettler

The Municipal Planning Commission approved seven development permits, including a kennel, a manufactured home, an ancillary building, and a variance for a detached dwelling. It also clarified conditions for gravel pit operations and road use agreements, and extended a compliance deadline. All decisions were carried, with one opposed vote on the dock and lift storage permit.

• Approved DP 21120 (Vachon) for an ancillary building with front yard variance (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21108 (Borbandy) for a detached dwelling with 61% side setback variance (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21114 (Boese) for a manufactured home (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21116 (Gudgeon) for a sea-can ancillary building (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21118 (Johnson) for a manufactured home (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21119 (Andersen) for a kennel (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21121 (Jarmin) for dock and lift storage on environmental reserve (6-1, Gendre opposed)
• Extended compliance deadline for Lot 21 Block 1 Plan 9924620 (Conn) to Oct 31, 2021 (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to review the administration report, discuss the strategic plan update, and consider new programs such as weed control on headlands and community weed control. The board will also hear from delegations and review correspondence and information items.

• Strategic Plan 2018-2020 update discussion, including potential new services like headland weed control and Community Weed Control
• Discussion of alternatives for Richardson ground squirrel control due to 2% Strychnine no longer available
• Clubroot inspections underway, 1/3 of county inspected; grasshopper survey complete with Two-Stripe grasshopper most prevalent
• Roadside spray trucks and brush site inspections ongoing; 35 sites still to confirm
• 40 of 69 municipalities (58%) have declared agricultural disaster

The Agricultural Services Board approved the agenda and minutes, received the administration report, and directed staff to investigate issuing permits for trapping on county right-of-way, with a report to come at a future meeting. Delegations included Kellie Jackson, who discussed regional updates. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved agenda with deletion of Pam Davidson as delegate (unanimous)
• Approved August 25, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Directed administration to investigate trapping permits on county right-of-way (unanimous)
• Received information items including strategic plans and conference report card (unanimous)
• Received Clean Farms Report (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 council is meeting to decide on several items, including a waterline hookup request, a paving tender, and second/third reading of two land-use bylaw amendments. They will also hear delegations on burn pit regulations and Styrofoam recycling, and discuss an RCMP service level update. The meeting includes a public hearing on the bylaw changes and an in-camera session on a tax agreement.

• Bylaw 1664-21 LUB – Variance Powers (2nd and 3rd reading)
• Bylaw 1665-21 LUB – Slope Assessments (2nd and 3rd reading)
• Bylaw 1667-21 Gadsby Cancellation of Road (1st reading)
• Waterline hookup request for NW-31-38-17-4W, up to $15,000
• Paving tender decision

Council unanimously supported the CAO after reported harassment, approving a motion to set aside funds to counter staff harassment. It also awarded a paving contract, approved a water service connection, and passed two Land Use Bylaw amendments after a public hearing with no opposition.

• Approved $127,525 paving contract to Lahrmann Construction (unanimous)
• Approved $15,000 water service connection for NW 31-38-17 4WM (unanimous)
• Approved $500 donation to Stettler Culture Days (unanimous)
• Approved $19,512.28 for crosswalk beacons in Erskine (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 1664-21 (variance powers) (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 1665-21 (slope setbacks) (unanimous)
• Rescinded prior tax repayment agreement and approved new one (unanimous)
• Authorized Reeve to set aside funds to counter staff harassment (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission approved a 10-year development permit for James Marshall Trucking Ltd. to extract and process sand and gravel on SE 36-34-21 W4M, subject to numerous conditions including operational hours, fencing, reclamation, and historical resources assessment. The commission also approved several other development permits and subdivision applications, all carried unanimously.

• Approved DP21102 for James Marshall Trucking gravel pit (unanimous)
• Approved DP21105 for Lavigne ancillary building with 20% variance (unanimous)
• Approved DP21106 for Rochon Sands Heights dock/lift storage (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-12 Clement farmstead subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-14 Melnyk-Fukuda agricultural subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-15 MacNaughton country residential subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-16 Kerbes agricultural subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-17 Hallett residential subdivision (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board approved the agenda and the June 23, 2021 minutes, and received the Agricultural Services Board Administration Report for information. The board discussed the upcoming renewal of the Agricultural Services Strategic Plan, with members asked to submit suggestions to Quinton Beaumont, who will provide supporting documentation on building vs. shrinking services. No other formal decisions were made; the meeting was informational and planning-focused.

• Approved the August 25, 2021 agenda as presented.
• Approved the June 23, 2021 meeting minutes as presented.
• Received the Agricultural Services Board Administration Report for information.
• Received the Agricultural Services Strategic Plan and 2018-2020 plan items for information, with members to submit suggestions to Quinton Beaumont.
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:04 p.m.

County Council

County Council is deciding whether to declare an agricultural disaster due to sustained dry conditions, noting that while it raises awareness, it does not directly affect eligibility for relief programs. The body is also voting on Bylaw 1662-21 for the South Shore Structure Plan and Bylaw 1666-21, which adjusts the Fee Bylaw Approach Security from $500 to $2,000. Additionally, council is initiating the process for bylaws regarding LUB Variance Powers and Slope Assessments.

• Request for Decision: Consideration of Declaration of Agricultural Disaster
• Bylaw 1662-21: South Shore Structure Plan and Repeal Buffalo Lake South Shore IDP (3rd Reading)
• Bylaw 1666-21: Fee Bylaw Approach Security increase from $500 to $2,000 (1st, 2nd, 3rd Reading)
• Bylaw 1664-21: LUB – Variance Powers (1st Reading and Public Hearing)
• Bylaw 1665-21: LUB – Slope Assessments (1st Reading and Public Hearing)

Council unanimously declared an agricultural disaster for the county and will lobby the province and federal ministers for support. Council also gave third reading to the South Shore Area Structure Plan, approved a fee bylaw, and directed administration to post a response to allegations raised by a delegation. Several items were received for information, including updates on the Red Willow sewage lagoon and used oil recycling.

• Declared agricultural disaster and approved lobbying letters to provincial and federal ministers (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1662-21 South Shore Area Structure Plan (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 1664-21 LUB variance amendments, set public hearing for Sept 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 1665-21 LUB slope assessments, set public hearing for Aug 8, 2021 (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1666-21 Fee Bylaw (unanimous)
• Directed administration to post response to delegation allegations on website and send letter to MLA Nate Horner (unanimous)
• Received Road Use Agreement and CAP Levy item for information, with instructions to bring back to Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
• Approved financial reports for July 2021 (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review and decide on three development permits (DP 21081, DP 21084, DP 21094) and four subdivision applications (SUB2021-08 through SUB2021-11). The agenda also includes a development officer's report and old business items, including a prior permit and landowner concerns.

• DP 21081: 45-meter communication tower for Xplornet (Scott Telecom Services) at NE 1-38-20W4M, $200,000
• DP 21084: Canvas-covered structure (30' x 24') at Lot 2 Block 14 Plan 7720488 (Johnson), $5,000
• DP 21094: RTM home on property at Plan 153Z Block 6, Lots 22-24 (Leeming)
• SUB2021-08: Subdivision at NE 19-38-19W4M (Magee)
• SUB2021-09: Subdivision at SW 16-38-19W4M (Vanderlee)

The Municipal Planning Commission approved five subdivision applications (SUB2021-08, SUB2021-09, SUB2021-10, SUB2021-11, and a notification from Lacombe County) and four discretionary use development permits (DP 21081, DP 21084, DP 21094, DP 21101), all carried unanimously. The commission also directed administration to send letters regarding enforcement at Rochon Sands Estates and to inform an applicant to follow Subdivision and Development Appeal Board instructions. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved DP 21081 for Xplornet communication tower (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21084 for two ancillary buildings in Erskine (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-08 for 5-acre residential parcel (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-09 for 8-acre residential parcel with soil report condition (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-10 for 53.38-acre agricultural parcel (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-11 for 2.94-acre industrial parcel (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21094 for manufactured home in Botha (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21101 for second Xplornet communication tower (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler council is meeting to conduct routine business, including a public hearing on Bylaw 1662-21 to adopt the South Shore Area Structure Plan, which would replace the Buffalo Lake South Shore IDP and Paradise Shores Area Structure Plan. Council will also decide on several administrative items such as land sales, tax forgiveness, road contracts, and a school resource officer. The agenda includes delegations from MP Kurek and local groups, plus numerous letters supporting the RCMP.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 1662-21 South Shore Area Structure Plan, repealing Buffalo Lake South Shore IDP and Paradise Shores ASP
• Request for Decision: Sale of Land from Endiang
• Request for Decision: Forgive Portion of 2021 Taxes due to Fire
• Request for Decision: Award Fenn Road Asphalt Overlay
• Request for Decision: School Resource Officer

Council gave second reading to Bylaw 1662-21, the South Shore Area Structure Plan, with an amendment changing the density language from 'should' to 'shall' in section 4.3.9, then tabled the bylaw. The council also approved several contracts, including the Fenn Road asphalt overlay and the sale of two graders. A motion to forgive lot clean-up charges was denied.

• Approved Fenn Road asphalt overlay contract to Lahrmann Construction Inc. for $1,131,545.00 plus GST (unanimous)
• Approved sale of graders C-97 and C-98 to Headwater Equipment Sales Ltd. for $410,000 plus GST (5-1)
• Denied forgiveness of lot clean-up invoice COS-004512 for $1,260.00 plus interest (1-5)
• Approved sale of two lots in Endiang for $500.00 each plus GST (unanimous)
• Set 2021 tax sale for December 1, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Forgave portion of 2021 property taxes on Roll 788401 due to fire, $1,283.93 (unanimous)
• Tabled road stabilization product trial until 2022 budget deliberations (unanimous)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw 1662-21 South Shore Area Structure Plan with density amendment (6-1), then tabled it (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review and decide on development permit applications, including a communication tower, a contractor's shop, and several residential projects, as well as three subdivision applications. The meeting also includes a referral from Lacombe County and a land use bylaw contravention case.

• DP 21076: 45-meter communication tower for Xplornet/Scott Telecom on SW 6-40-19W4M
• DP 21057: Contractors' business shop (3024 ft²) with manufactured home on Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 9925174
• DP 21065: Ancillary building with attached carport on Lot 5 Block 1 Plan 8222364 (Scenic Sands)
• SUB2021-05, SUB2021-06, SUB2021-07: Three subdivision applications (Peters, Thomson, Meston)
• Land Use Bylaw contravention on SW 26-40-20-W4M (Larose)

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a temporary development permit for three recreational vehicles on the Hooper property, despite the Land Use Bylaw limit of two, citing compassionate reasons. The permit for the 2002 Tahoe expires December 31, 2021, while the other two RVs are approved until December 31, 2026. The commission also approved several other development permits and subdivision applications, including a variance for an ancillary building in the front yard on the Byrne property.

• Approved DP 21070 (Hooper) for three RVs with conditions, including a one-year permit for the 2002 Tahoe and five-year permits for the other two.
• Approved DP 21077 (Stuhec) for an 8'x40' Sea-Can ancillary building with standard conditions.
• Approved DP 21080 (Byrne) for an RV and ancillary building with a 68% front yard setback variance.
• Approved SUB2021-06 (Thomson) to subdivide 14 acres for a farmstead separation parcel.
• Approved SUB2021-07 (Meston) to subdivide 10 acres for consolidation with an existing lot.
• Approved SUB2021-04 (Peters) to create three new parcels, subject to rezoning and other conditions.
• Approved DP 21057 (Wiebe) for a manufactured home, home-based business, and ancillary building.
• Approved DP 21065 (Weiland) for an ancillary building with carport, and DP 21069 (Hartwell/Bettoil) for an RV and ancillary building with a front yard variance.

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board of County of Stettler No. 6 is meeting to discuss routine operations, including a delegation from Alberta Agriculture on pest surveillance, an administration report, and future board growth. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Delegation from Alberta Agriculture Pest Surveillance Branch via Zoom
• Removal of 3 beaver dams at SE-38-16-W4 and SW-34-42-18-W4
• Received 12 calls on sick trees/shrubs and 7 calls about a coyote at Scenic Sands
• Strychnine sales: 444 bottles sold in May and June; 3,558 bottles sold in 2021
• Upcoming 10-week tree and shrub webinar series

The Agricultural Services Board approved its agenda and prior minutes, received an administration report, and heard a presentation on crop disease trends from Alberta Agriculture. The board directed administration to present the department's STRAT Plan at the July 28, 2021 meeting and received the Future ASB Growth item for information. No substantive policy decisions were made; all actions were procedural or informational.

• Approved June 23, 2021 agenda with additions (unanimous)
• Approved April 28, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Directed administration to bring STRAT Plan to July 28, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Provincial ASB Report for information (unanimous)
• Received Ag Plastics Recycling Group Report for information (unanimous)
• Received 10 Day Tree Webinar invitation for information (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is determining the scope of a paving project for Fenn Road using $661,000 in grant funds. They are also considering a resident's request for a waterline connection and the appointment of a new Development Officer.

• Decision on whether to tender 3, 4, or 7 miles of 50mm overlay on Fenn Road
• Request to construct a water service connection for NE-23-40-20-4W with an estimated cost of $69,000 + GST
• Proposed appointment of Rich Fitzgerald as Development Officer
• Letters from the Village of Caroline and Village of Milo regarding support for the RCMP

County Council

The County Council is meeting to discuss land use bylaw changes and a new structure plan for the South Shore. The body is also reviewing tenders for Byemoor lots and funding for roadside chemical treatments.

• Bylaw 1661-21: Amend Land Use Bylaw to add Contractor’s Business to CRA District
• Bylaw 1662-21: South Shore Structure Plan and repeal of Buffalo Lake South Shore IDP and Paradise Shores Area Structure Plan
• Bylaw 1663-21: Election Ballot Count Start Time
• Tender for Byemoor Lots
• Transfer from Reserves for Roadside Chemical

Council approved tendering for 11 miles of 50 mm asphalt overlay on Fenn Road, accepted tenders for two Byemoor lots at $500 each plus GST, and approved $46,340 for herbicide from reserves. It also gave final reading to Bylaw 1663-21 changing election ballot count start time, and second/third reading to Bylaw 1661-21 adding home-based contractor businesses as a discretionary use. The property tax breakout request was tabled until budget discussions, and a waterline hook-up request was deferred to 2022 budget deliberations.

• Approved tendering for 4 miles of 50 mm overlay from Rge. Rd. 20-4 to Highway 56 and 7 miles from Highway 835 to Highway 56 (unanimous)
• Accepted tenders for Byemoor lots (Plan 4684CL Block 1 Lot 12 and Lot 13) at $500 each plus GST (unanimous)
• Approved $46,340 for herbicide from General Reserves (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1663-21 Election Ballot Count Start Time (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1661-21 adding Contractors Business – Home Based as discretionary use (unanimous)
• Tabled Property Tax Breakout item until budget discussions (6-1, Neitz opposed)
• Directed letter to landowner of NE 23-40-20 W4M deferring water service to 2022 budget (5-2, Grover and Neitz opposed)
• Appointed Rich Fitzgerald as Development Officer (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review development officer reports, hear a delegation from Alberta Environment and Parks on a new disturbance standard for seasonal docks, and decide on eight development permit applications and one subdivision file. The agenda also includes new business on a water act approval, a referral, and two complaints, plus old business on community signage. Most items are routine permit decisions, but the dock standard could affect waterfront properties.

• Delegation: Alberta Environment and Parks on Disturbance Standard for Temporary Seasonal Docks and Mooring Structures
• DP 21039 (Purdy): Enclosed addition with variance to side yard setback at Scenic Sands
• DP 21041 (Astley): Recreational vehicle at Rochon Sands Heights
• DP 21042 (McHarg): Raised deck with 50% variance to side yard setback
• SUB2021-05 (Halseth): Subdivision of 43 acres

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission approved eight development permit applications, one subdivision application, and one variance application. The approvals included a manufactured home, a campground extension, an ancillary building addition, a recreational vehicle as a dwelling, and several deck additions. The commission also received reports and forwarded letters regarding various matters.

• Approved DP 21047 (Hetchler) for a manufactured home (6-0)
• Approved DP 13062 (Peters) for a campground extension (6-0)
• Approved DP 21005 (Erickson) for an ancillary building addition with variances (6-1)
• Approved DP 21039 (Purdy) for an enclosed raised deck with variance (5-2)
• Approved DP 21041 (Astley) for a recreational vehicle as a dwelling (6-1)
• Approved DP 21042 (McHarg) for a covered raised deck with variance (5-2)
• Approved DP 21045 (Taylor) for a raised deck addition with variance (5-2)
• Approved DP 21046 (Boxma) for two ancillary buildings (6-0)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 is reviewing options for wheelchair accessibility upgrades to the administration building and selecting a vendor for updated aerial photography. Council is also considering a new policy for Peace Officer enforcement on primary highways.

• Wheelchair accessibility door options ranging from $12,100 to $18,000 plus GST
• Aerial photography contract quotes ranging from $56,327 to $131,500
• Proposed Peace Officer Policy 17 for enforcement on Primary Highways
• Appointment of Deputy Directors of Emergency Management
• MOST grant funding for administration building renovations

County Council

The County Council is reviewing a revised 2021 budget and a 2021 tax rate bylaw. The proposed budget includes a 2% increase in farmland taxes and 0% increases for residential, non-residential, and machinery and equipment rates. Council will also hold public hearings on several land use bylaw amendments.

• Bylaw 1660-21: 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw
• Bylaw 1659-21: Rezoning NW 9-39-19W4 from Agricultural to Industrial
• Bylaw 1638-20: Fee Bylaw
• Bylaw 1656-21: Merger of Gadsby and County Land Use Bylaws
• Award of contracts for a shop backup generator and power and gate automation

Council approved the 2021 Revised Budget and gave three readings to Bylaw 1660-21, the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw, both with Councillor Neitz opposed. They also passed several other bylaws, including amendments to the Land Use Bylaw for recreational vehicle uses, a rezoning for an industrial development, and a fee bylaw, with various vote splits. The meeting included public hearings for four land use bylaws, all of which were subsequently given second and third readings.

• Approved 2021 Revised Budget (6-1, Neitz opposed)
• Gave third reading to 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw 1660-21 (6-1, Neitz opposed)
• Awarded backup generator contract to Ampko Electric for $78,911.05 (unanimous)
• Awarded power supply and gate automation contracts to Ampko Electric and Q & Q Fencing (5-2, Grover and Clarke opposed)
• Adopted Peace Officer Policy 17 – Enforcement on Primary Highways (5-2, Nibourg and Grover opposed)
• Appointed Chase Comaniuk and Aislinn Reule as Deputy Directors of Emergency Management (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1658-21 amending recreational vehicle uses (5-2, Nixon and Neitz opposed)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1659-21 rezoning NW 9-39-19 W4M from Agricultural to Industrial (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is conducting a public hearing to review written submissions regarding four specific bylaws. The record includes submissions both in favor of and in opposition to certain bylaws.

• Bylaw 1656-21
• Bylaw 1657-21
• Bylaw 1658-21 (submissions in favor and opposition)
• Bylaw 1659-21 (submissions in opposition)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider seven development permit applications and one subdivision application. The permits include ancillary buildings, a farm stall, and a detached dwelling, several with requested variances. The commission will also review a subdivision application and discuss new business items.

• DP 21019: Ancillary building (garage) with conditions for a landscaped sight triangle
• DP 21024: Garage with 100% variance to side yard setback
• DP 21025: Oversized garage
• DP 21027: Oversized ancillary building (3070 sq ft)
• SUB2021-03: 10-acre subdivision application

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a discretionary use permit for a Rural Convenience Store (DP 21032) on Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1425191, with conditions including dust control, parking, and signage. It also approved a subdivision (SUB2021-03) to create a farmstead parcel, and multiple development permits for garages, a deck variance, and an oversized shop. All decisions were carried, with one opposed vote on the convenience store and two opposed on the subdivision.

• Approved DP 21019 (Foot) for an ancillary garage at 4 View Place, Scenic Sands (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21035 (Foot) for a detached dwelling with 33% variance to south side yard setback (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21032 (Jongerden) for a rural convenience store with conditions (6-1, Dave Grover opposed)
• Approved SUB2021-03 (Gravely) to subdivide ~9 acres for a farmstead parcel (5-2, Ernie Gendre and James Nibourg opposed)
• Approved DP 21024 (Simon) for an ancillary garage with variance (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21025 (Arndt) for an oversized shop (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21027 (Byers) for an oversized ancillary building (unanimous)
• Approved DP 21031 (1470362 Alberta Inc.) for an oversized ancillary building (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is considering a new fee schedule for various services, including weed spraying and equipment rentals. The board is also reviewing administration reports regarding gravel pit reclamation delays and seasonal staff updates.

• Proposed fee for UTV Private Land Spraying (Ratepayer) at $80.00/hour plus chemical
• Proposed fee for UTV Private Land Spraying (Oilfield) at $140.00/hour plus chemical
• Reclamation updates for Clement Pit, Stettler Larson Pit, Donalda Pit, and Paintearth Larson Pit
• Report of 89 cases of strychnine sold to ratepayers in the county
• Proposed $500 mobilization fee for weed notice compliance

The Agricultural Services Board approved a $1,000 bursary for Grace Hebbes and recommended the updated ASB fee schedule to County Council. It also directed administration to send a letter of concern about reclaimed gravel pit inspections to provincial officials. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved 2021 ASB Bursary of $1,000 to Grace Hebbes (unanimous)
• Recommended Schedule D - ASB Fee Schedule to County Council (unanimous)
• Directed letter of concern on gravel pit inspections to provincial ministers (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Received information items on provincial ASB conference and strychnine (unanimous)
• Entered in-camera session under FOIPP Section 23 (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is holding a special meeting to discuss several items in camera. These discussions include land purchase offers, tax forgiveness, gravel pit rental renegotiations, and doctor recruitment.

• Offer to Purchase Lands
• Tax Forgiveness
• Gravel Pit Rental Renegotiation
• Dr. Recruitment

The County of Stettler No. 6 held a special council meeting on April 20, 2021, and made several decisions after an in-camera session. Council approved an offer to purchase lands, entered into two formal tax repayment agreements with ratepayers, and instructed administration to proceed with a gravel pit rental renegotiation. The Dr. Recruitment item was accepted for information only.

• Approved offer to purchase lands as presented (unanimous)
• Approved tax repayment agreement for tax rolls 797903, 797909, 797920, 799531, 799896, 862500, cancelling $117,448.66 in penalties and waiving future interest/penalties (6-1)
• Approved tax repayment agreement for tax rolls 795924, 795925, 796977, 864112, cancelling $50,609.41 in penalties (6-1)
• Instructed administration to proceed with gravel pit rental renegotiation per in-camera instruction (unanimous)
• Accepted Dr. Recruitment item for information (unanimous)

County Council

The Council is deciding on the replacement of fleet vehicles and the potential discontinuation of services with Enterprise Fleet Management. The meeting includes several proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw and the review of 2020 audited financial statements.

• Request to purchase two replacement trucks through Enterprise Fleet Management
• Bylaw 1659-21 to rezone NW 9-39-19W4 from Agricultural to Industrial
• Bylaw 1638-20 Fee Bylaw and Bylaw 1655-21 Community Aggregate Payment (CAP) Levy Bylaw
• Award of Septic Load & Haul Contract
• Review of 2020 Audited Financial Statements with Gitzel and Company

Council approved the 2020 audited financial statements and reappointed Gitzel & Company as auditor for 2021. It also approved several purchases and contracts, including a new gravel truck, a septic haul contract, and a dump trailer. A request for tax penalty forgiveness was defeated, and several bylaws were advanced to public hearings.

• Approved 2020 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Appointed Gitzel & Company as 2021 auditor (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2019 Freightliner gravel truck for $209,407.17 (unanimous)
• Awarded septic load and haul contract to Sutton Septic Service for $143,438 plus GST (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2021 Southland dump trailer for $14,122.00 (unanimous)
• Defeated tax penalty forgiveness request on roll 442101 (2-5)
• Approved IDP consultant contract with Dillon Consulting Ltd. up to $200,000 (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to four land use bylaws, setting public hearings for May 12, 2021 (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a subdivision application (SUB2021-02) to create 18 residential parcels, two municipal reserve parcels, and one additional parcel from Lot 6 Block 3 Plan 1623372 in Erskine, subject to conditions including a development agreement and Alberta Environment approval. The Commission also approved four development permits: a third dwelling (DP 21013 Haustein), an ancillary garage with a front-yard variance (DP 21011 Goucher), a second manufactured home (DP 21016 Smith), and a third dwelling (DP 21020 Ray). All approvals were carried unanimously.

• Approved SUB2021-02 to subdivide 18 residential parcels, two municipal reserve parcels, and one additional parcel in Erskine, subject to conditions.
• Approved DP 21013 (Haustein) for a third detached dwelling on NW 25-38-21 W4M, subject to conditions.
• Approved DP 21011 (Goucher) for an ancillary building (750 sq ft) with a 25% front-yard setback variance on Lot 41 Block 1 Plan 8222364, subject to conditions.
• Approved DP 21016 (Smith) for a second detached dwelling/manufactured home on Lot 1 Plan 0021280, subject to conditions.
• Approved DP 21020 (Ray) for a third detached dwelling on SW 34-36-18 W4M, subject to conditions.
• Received for information the Town of Stettler's revised subdivision application SUB2021-01 with no comments.
• Waived the Rural Development Fund Contribution for a proposed 22-acre subdivision in NW 11-34-15 W4M.
• Directed Administration to offer a landowner the option to give a road plan right-of-way to gain access to landlocked quarters.

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board approved $3,400 in funding for the Farm Safety Centre's Safety Smarts program for rural children, to be re-evaluated during budget deliberations. The board also directed administration to research fees for brush site herbicide application services and to follow up on the Cleanfarms recycling program. Several reports and information items were received, including the Clubroot update, Aphanomyces Root Rot in peas, and sharps disposal guidelines.

• Approved $3,400 for Farm Safety Centre's Safety Smarts program, re-evaluate during budget deliberations
• Directed administration to research brush site herbicide application service fees and present proposals at a future meeting
• Received for information the Administration Report for the period up to March 24, 2021
• Received for information the Clubroot Update
• Received for information the Year to Date Monthly Budget Report for February 28, 2021
• Received for information the Aphanomyces Root Rot in Peas item
• Received for information the Sharps Disposal Guidelines and directed a letter to the Stettler Waste Management Authority
• Received for information the Cleanfarms report and directed administration to follow up and report at a future meeting

County Council

The County Council is meeting to award contracts for road dust reduction supplies and environmental assessments for the Gadsby administration building. The body will also hold public hearings regarding land use bylaws for RVs in Buffalo Sands and reclamation plans.

• Contract for 2021 Calcium Chloride Brine supply to Rener Calcium & Dust Control at .180/litre
• Contract for 2021 Asphalt Emulsion Dust Suppressant to Read on Roads Inc. at .573/litre
• Gadsby Phase 2 Environmental and Hazardous Materials Assessment award to Triton Environmental for $27,084.00 plus GST (including contingency)
• Public hearing on Bylaw 1653-21 to allow 2 RVs per lot in Buffalo Sands
• Decisions on purchasing a gravel truck, gravel trailer, roadside mowers, and graders with snow equipment

Council approved the purchase of two 160 AWD graders with snow equipment and roller/packers from Finning Canada for a total of $1,117,800.00. It also awarded contracts for calcium chloride and asphalt emulsion dust control, environmental and drainage studies for Gadsby, and purchased a gravel trailer, truck, and mowers. A motion to give second reading to Bylaw 1653-21, which would have allowed 2 RVs per lot in Buffalo Sands, was defeated unanimously. Council also gave first reading to a fee bylaw and a Community Aggregate Payment levy bylaw, and gave second and third reading to Bylaw 1654-21 on land reclamation.

• Approved purchase of 2 graders with snow equipment and roller/packers from Finning Canada for $1,117,800.00 total.
• Awarded calcium chloride brine supply/apply contract to Rener Calcium & Dust Control.
• Awarded asphalt emulsion dust suppressant contract to Read on Roads Inc.
• Awarded Gadsby Phase 2 Environmental Assessment to Triton Environmental for $27,084.00 plus GST.
• Awarded Gadsby Master Drainage Plan to MPE Engineering Ltd. for $44,246.40 plus GST.
• Approved purchase of a gravel trailer, gravel truck and box, and two roadside mowers.
• Defeated second reading of Bylaw 1653-21 (2 RVs per lot in Buffalo Sands) unanimously.
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 1654-21 (Land Reclamation and Activities Plan).

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission approved three development permits: a garage with variances in Scenic Sands (DP 19011, Chaney), a second detached dwelling in the Agricultural District (DP 19092, Davies), and a dwelling unit in an ancillary building in Buffalo Lake Meadows (DP 20076, Storrs). It also approved two subdivision applications: a 17.27-acre farmstead separation for Bar 3J Ranching Ltd. and a 6-acre farmstead separation for Neil and Jolene Heck. The Commission also agreed to propose merging the Gadsby and County Land Use Bylaws to Council and to rewrite a letter to the Minister regarding an NRCB application.

• Approved DP 19011 (Chaney) for an ancillary garage with variances to front yard setback and height, subject to conditions (opposed by Dave Grover).
• Approved DP 19092 (Davies) for a second detached dwelling on a parcel under 80 acres, subject to conditions.
• Approved DP 20076 (Storrs) for a dwelling unit in an existing ancillary building and a new 336 ft² garage, subject to conditions (opposed by Larry Clarke, James Nibourg, Dave Grover).
• Approved SUB2020-19 (Bar 3J Ranching Ltd.) to subdivide 17.27 acres for a farmstead separation, subject to conditions.
• Approved SUB2021-01 (Heck) to subdivide 6 acres for a farmstead separation, subject to conditions including $750 cash-in-lieu of municipal reserve.
• Authorized sending a letter to Gadsby residents about the Land Use Bylaw merger and proposed presenting the merger amendments to Council.
• Directed Protective Services to conduct a site visit at Lot 11 and 12 Block 4 Plan 153Z.

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to review routine reports and consider a funding request for the Farm Safety Centre's Safety Smarts program. They will also discuss agenda preparation changes, including a pre-meeting with the chair, and review the year-to-date budget. The meeting includes delegations from the Battle River Research Group and a private consultant.

• Recommendation to fund Farm Safety Centre's Safety Smarts program up to $3,395.00
• Discussion on agenda preparation meeting with Chair, including gravel pit and spraying site reports
• Year-to-date budget report for January 31, 2021: revenue $16,583, expenses $21,677.75
• Strychnine sales: 2 cases sold, 184 on hand, 25 more ordered
• Bursary applications open until April 15, 2021

The Agricultural Services Board tabled the Farm Safety Centre funding request so administration can gather more financial details and invite the centre to present via teleconference. The board also declined a proposal to hold agenda preparation meetings before each board meeting. It received several reports for information, including the administration report, year-to-date budget, work schedule, roadside vegetation management plan, and soil moisture update. Administration was authorized to research a service fee schedule for spraying on private land and to arrange a speaker for future meetings at a maximum cost of $1,200 per year.

• Tabled Farm Safety Centre funding request pending more financial information and a teleconference delegation
• Rejected scheduling a monthly agenda preparation meeting with the Chair
• Received administration report for information
• Received year-to-date budget report for January 31, 2021
• Received ASB work schedule with follow-up on gravel pit information
• Received 2021 roadside vegetation management plan
• Authorized research on service fees for spraying private land
• Authorized arranging a speaker at up to $1,200 per year

County Council

County Council is discussing a proposal to maintain the south side of the Carlisle Estates subdivision as a multi-use park. The body is also reviewing a request from the Buffalo Lake South Shore Water Quality Committee to add private wastewater maintenance requirements to Bylaw 1652-21.

• Proposal to develop Carlisle Estates south MR space into a park with a new approach off Rge. Rd. 201
• Discussion on adding clauses 3.15 and 3.16 to Bylaw 1652-21 (Water and Wastewater Bylaw) regarding private sewage records
• In-camera discussion regarding the Bare Quarter Sale

County Council

The County Council is considering several major requests for decision including the 2021 Strategic Plan, the 2021-2024 Budget, and the adoption of an Asset Management Plan. Additionally, council will review bylaws regarding water, wastewater, and land use amendments.

• 2021 Strategic Plan decision
• Asset Management Plan adoption
• 2021-2024 Budget decision
• Bylaw 1652-21: Water and Wastewater
• Bylaw 1653-21: RVs per lot in Buffalo Sands

County Council

The County Council is meeting to discuss the repeal of bylaws from the dissolved Village of Gadsby and the introduction of a new Water and Wastewater Bylaw. The body is also deciding on various land use requests, including subdivision layouts and lease land tenders.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 1643-20 to repeal Village of Gadsby bylaws
• First reading of Bylaw 1652-21 Water and Wastewater Bylaw
• Decision on $12,000 budget for Erskine Subdivision Phase 2 development
• Request for sponsorship of the Stettler and District Music Festival (previously $250)
• Decision on $2,000 security deposit release for SUB2012-01 approach on Scollard Road

Council approved an Erskine subdivision concept plan for Lot 6 Block 3 Plan 1623372 based on Option 1, consisting of 14 lots with alleys, and will apply for subdivision approval. The motion carried 5-2. Council also approved a $250 sponsorship for the Stettler and District Music Festival, directed a landowner to construct an approach by April 30, 2021, and approved a grazing lease agreement for NE 35-38-20 W4M.

• Approved Erskine subdivision concept plan (Option 1, 14 lots) (5-2)
• Approved $250 sponsorship for Stettler and District Music Festival (unanimous)
• Directed landowner to construct approach by April 30, 2021 or County will do work at owner's expense (unanimous)
• Approved grazing lease agreement for NE 35-38-20 W4M, $500, expiring Oct 1, 2021 (6-1)
• Appointed Clinton Sime as Director of Emergency Management, confirmed Chad Jackson as Deputy (unanimous)
• Forgave November 1, 2020 tax penalty of $28,196.54 for rolls 796866, 797105, 798009, 843400 (unanimous)
• Tabled fire permit item until Feb 10, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to authorize purchase of chairs for Council Chambers (3-4)