County of Stettler No. 6 public meetings in 2022

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on several financial and policy items, including writing off uncollectable property taxes on oil and gas properties, approving an interim budget, and adopting various policies. The agenda also includes public hearings, delegations, and reports. The meeting is largely procedural, with decisions on routine matters.

• Write off $85,613.64 in uncollectable oil and gas property taxes (2018-2022)
• Approve 2023 interim budget
• Adopt Bylaw 1689-22 (Borrowing Bylaw)
• Adopt Bylaw 1688-22 (Water and Waste Water)
• Adopt Bylaw 1687-22 (Amendment to Municipal Development Plan)

Council approved several high-value expenditures for rural water projects and a 3% cost-of-living increase for all staff. The 2022 Budget was adopted as the 2023 Interim Budget, and $85,613.64 in uncollectable oil and gas property taxes were cancelled. Council also approved funding for seven recreation projects totaling $49,421.69.

• Approved $684,843.77 plus GST for pipe and fittings from Sandale Utility Products
• Awarded $147,185 for engineering services to Stantec Consulting
• Approved 3% cost-of-living increase for all staff effective January 1, 2023
• Cancelled $85,613.64 in uncollectable property taxes for oil and gas properties (6-1)
• Adopted 2022 Budget as the 2023 Interim Budget
• Approved $49,421.69 in funding for seven recreation projects
• Approved amended 2023-2026 Strategic Plan
• Directed administration to enter into a land purchase agreement (discussed in-camera)

Agriculture Service Board

The County of Stettler No. 6 Agricultural Service Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including adoption of minutes, an administration report, and a request for information on gravel pit reclamation. The board will also decide whether to cancel its December 28, 2022 and January 25, 2023 meetings, and will review year-to-date financials and an audit report.

• Request for Decision to cancel December 28, 2022 meeting due to Christmas break
• Request for Decision to cancel January 25, 2023 meeting due to Provincial ASB Conference in Grande Prairie
• Discussion of gravel pit reclamation at Clement Gravel Pit NE-28-41-18-W4M
• Review of ASB Audit Report from field visit on June 22, 2022
• Administration report includes Botha Lagoon reclamation and 2023 brush site spraying list

The Agricultural Services Board decided to prohibit grazing at the Clement Gravel Pit site until a reclamation inspection is completed. The Board also cancelled its December 2022 and January 2023 meetings. Other items regarding gravel pit reclamation and a museum infestation were received for information or tabled.

• Authorized notification to land owner that Clement Gravel Pit shall not be grazed until after Reclamation inspection (Unanimous)
• Tabled Gravel Pit Reclamation item until February 22, 2023 (Unanimous)
• Received information regarding Powder post Beetle infestation at Stettler Town and Country Museum's Estonian log house (Unanimous)
• Cancelled December 28, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
• Cancelled January 25, 2023 meeting (Unanimous)
• Accepted Year to Date Financials verbal report (Unanimous)
• Accepted ASB Audit Report (Unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider a discretionary development permit for continued sand and gravel extraction and processing at the Forester Pit, operated by McNabb Construction, on S½ 5-41-16-W4M. The commission will also review a development officer's report and two development permits. The agenda includes standard items like minutes approval and reports.

• DP22012: Sand, gravel extraction and processing at S½ 5-41-16-W4M (McNabb Construction), 36.3 ha disturbance, 20-year pit life
• DP22109: Detached dwelling (modular over 15 yrs old) at NE-10-41-18-W4 (Edgeview Farms Ltd.), discretionary
• Development Officer's Report covering October-November 2022 permits
• Ongoing projects: Gadsby addressing, Inter-Municipal Development Plan review, Land Use Bylaw review

The Municipal Planning Commission approved two discretionary use development permits. One permit allows for sand and gravel extraction and processing, while the other permits the placement of a manufactured home for use as a dwelling.

• Approved DP22012 for sand, gravel, and surface mineral extraction and processing (Unanimous)
• Approved DP22109 for a 2005 manufactured home to be used as a dwelling (Unanimous)
• Approved November 23, 2022 agenda (Unanimous)
• Approved October 26, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
• Received Planning and Development Officer’s Monthly Report for November 2022 (Unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on several operational and financial matters, including a septic service contract for Buffalo View Estates and Buffalo Sands, a request to forgive 2021 taxes on a specific roll, and a snowplowing request from the Summer Village of Rochon Sands. They will also consider items like the Stettler Public Library 2023 budget, a tender award for the Gadsby Rural Water Contract, and adoption of a strategic plan. The agenda includes routine reports and an in-camera session for land purchase, tax sale bids, and doctor recruitment.

• Septic service contract for Buffalo View Estates and Buffalo Sands: options include re-tendering, renegotiating with Sutton's Septic Service, or no change
• Tax forgiveness request for roll 715900: options to forgive up to $553.61 in 2022 taxes and penalties
• Snowplowing request from Summer Village of Rochon Sands for Bayview Street east of Secondary Highway 835 to Choke Cherry Lane
• Gadsby Rural Water Contract 1 tender award
• Stettler Public Library 2023 budget

Council awarded a $1.4M contract for Gadsby Rural Water Servicing Phase One and approved up to $20,000 for doctor recruitment. The board also established a road-servicing cost-sharing agreement with the Summer Village of White Sands and approved the Stettler Public Library budget.

• Awarded Gadsby Rural Water Servicing Phase One contract to United Utilities for $1,418,610.36 (6-1)
• Approved up to $20,000 funding incentive for Doctor Recruitment program for Dr. Sun (Unanimous)
• Approved cost-sharing counter-offer to Summer Village of White Sands for road servicing (Unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 per season snowplowing request from Summer Village of Rochon Sands (Unanimous)
• Approved Stettler Public Library 2023 Budget (Unanimous)
• Instructed Administration to re-tender septic haulage contract for Buffalo View Estates and Buffalo Sands (4-3)
• Forgave $87.61 in tax penalties for roll 715900 (Unanimous)
• Added Summer Village of White Sands to Stettler Regional Recreation Board (Unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The County of Stettler No. 6 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative and operational items, including a tax proposal from an oil company, a waterline hookup map, a tax complaint letter, bridges, a White Sands proposal, Rochon Sands snowplowing, and an airport master plan. No decisions are recorded; items are for discussion only.

• Tax proposal from an oil company
• Waterline hookup map
• Tax complaint letter
• Bridges discussion
• White Sands proposal and Rochon Sands snowplowing

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider development permits and subdivision applications. The agenda includes four development permit applications (DP 22099, DP 22104, DP 22017, DP 22107) and two subdivision files (SUB2022-01, SUB2022-11), plus referrals from Rochon Sands and the Town of Stettler. Decisions will be made on these items, with conditions as outlined in the staff reports.

• DP 22099: Detached dwelling, oversized ancillary building, seacan, and temporary RV dwelling on Lot 7, Block 1, Plan 9821794 (Stuckless), $550,000
• DP 22104: Storage of docks and lifts on environmental reserve lands by Rochon Sands Heights Community Association (discretionary)
• DP 22017: Development permit for Lot 26, Block 1, Plan 8222364 (Green)
• DP 22107: Recreational vehicle (1993 Jayco) on Lot 15, Block 2, Plan 0620307 (Brenner), discretionary
• SUB2022-01: Subdivision of NW-28-38-18-W4M (Muhlbach) and SUB2022-11: Subdivision of Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 1121637 (Strom)

The Municipal Planning Commission approved several development permits for ancillary buildings, storage, and RVs. The board also granted conditional approval for two land subdivisions and received notifications regarding external municipal referrals.

• Approved DP 22017 for an 824 sq ft ancillary building with front yard and tree coverage variances (Unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-11 to create one +/- 21.16 acre parcel with drainage and sewage conditions (Unanimous)
• Approved DP 22099 for a detached dwelling, oversized ancillary building, and seacan (Unanimous)
• Approved DP 22104 for private storage of lifts and docks on Environmental Reserve lands (Unanimous)
• Approved DP 22107 for a 1993 Jayco RV on Lot 16 Block 2 Plan 0620307 (5-1)
• Approved SUB2022-01 to create one +/- 10.01 acre parcel with well decommissioning requirements (Unanimous)
• Received notification of Summer Village of Rochon Sands subdivision (Unanimous)
• Requested clarification on sewage system for Town of Stettler subdivision application (Unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to adopt minutes, hear a delegation from the Provincial Chief Veterinarian's office, and review an administration report covering weed control, lagoon reclamation, and equipment. They will also discuss the cost of the Farm to Fork Bus Tour to the county and review year-to-date financials.

• Delegation from Dr. Keith Lehman, Provincial Chief Veterinarian's office
• Farm to Fork Bus Tour cost to County of Stettler (Mr. Grover)
• Weed control along TWP RD 38-4 & RGE RD 20-2
• Reclamation due to overspray (Ratepayer Request 4238)
• Year-to-date financials

The Agricultural Services Board decided to present a resolution regarding gravel pit reclamation timelines at the Rural Municipalities of Alberta Fall Convention instead of the Central Regional ASB Conference. The board also received reports on animal health risks and the costs of the Farm to Fork Bus Tour.

• Approved Resolution 1-22 regarding Gravel Pit Reclamation Timeline and Process to be presented at the November 7, 2022 Rural Municipalities of Alberta Fall Convention and withdrawn from the November 1, 2022 Central Regional ASB Conference (Unanimous)
• Received Agricultural Services Board Administration Report for information (Unanimous)
• Received Farm to Fork Bus Tour cost report of $10,185.00 for information (Unanimous)
• Received Central Region ASB Conference Agenda Package for information (Unanimous)
• Accepted Year to Date Financials verbal report for information (Unanimous)
• Approved August 24, 2022 and September 28, 2022 meeting minutes (Unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is holding its annual organizational meeting, required by the Municipal Government Act, to appoint the reeve and deputy reeve, set council remuneration policies, and make appointments to various committees and boards. The agenda includes voting on per diem rates, meeting schedules, and seating arrangements, as well as confirming appointments to legislated and advisory committees.

• Election of Reeve (current: Councillor Larry Clarke) and Deputy Reeve
• Adoption of Policy CN 1.1 – Council Remuneration (per diems: $275 for 4+ hours, $200 for less; Reeve allowance $650/month, Deputy Reeve $250/month)
• Adoption of Policy CN 1.6 – Member at Large and Committee Member Remuneration
• Appointments to committees including Agricultural Service Board, Municipal Planning Commission, and Stettler Waste Management Authority
• Resolution to set regular council meetings on second Wednesday of each month at 10:00 a.m.

The County of Stettler No. 6 held its organizational meeting, re-electing Larry Clarke as Reeve and confirming a rotating Deputy Reeve schedule. Council approved numerous appointments to boards and committees, including the Agricultural Services Board, Municipal Planning Commission, and various external committees. A policy amendment to Council Remuneration was passed 6-1, and Council directed a letter of concern to the Town of Stettler regarding the Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee.

• Re-elected Larry Clarke as Reeve (unanimous)
• Confirmed Deputy Reeve rotation schedule (unanimous)
• Approved seating arrangement change (unanimous)
• Amended Policy CN 1.1 – Council Remuneration (6-1)
• Appointed Quinton Beaumont as Agricultural Fieldman (unanimous)
• Appointed Clint Sime as Director of Emergency Management (unanimous)
• Appointed Brownlee LLP as Municipal Solicitor (unanimous)
• Directed letter of concern to Town of Stettler on Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council will decide on several items, including purchasing a 2023 Ford F150 Police Special vehicle for Protective Services for $94,604.84, updating the Lease Land Policy, and approving second and third readings of Bylaws 1684-22 (Animal Control) and 1685-22 (General Traffic). They will also hear delegations on burning cardboard and septic haulage, and discuss a septic haulage contract.

• Purchase 2023 Ford F150 Police Special from Aspen Ford for $94,604.84 (including aftermarket options)
• Bylaw 1684-22: Animal Control – 2nd and 3rd readings
• Bylaw 1685-22: General Traffic – 2nd and 3rd readings
• Update to Policy AG 3.1 – Lease Land
• Christmas closure: close at noon Dec 23, 2022, reopen Jan 2, 2023

Council approved the purchase of a 2023 F150 Police Special for Protective Services for $94,604.84, funded from vehicle and rural development reserves. The amended Lease Land Policy was tabled until November 2022. Council also gave second and third readings to Animal Control and General Traffic bylaws, and approved the Parkland Regional Library System's 2023 budget.

• Approved $94,604.84 purchase of 2023 F150 Police Special for Protective Services (unanimous)
• Tabled amended Lease Land Policy until November 2022 (unanimous)
• Approved Buffalo Lake South Shore Reserve Fund Policy as amended (4-3)
• Approved Parkland Regional Library System's 2023 budget (unanimous)
• Gave second and third readings to Bylaw 1684-22 Animal Control (unanimous)
• Gave second and third readings to Bylaw 1685-22 General Traffic (6-1)
• Authorized Christmas closure from noon Dec 23 to Jan 2, 2023 (unanimous)
• Deferred gravel pit reclamation discussion for more information (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board approved adding a 'County Gravel Pit Spray Update' and a 'Forecasted Spray Areas Map' to future meeting agendas. The board also directed administration to present a financial recap of the Farm Tour at a future meeting. A delegation on avian flu was rescheduled due to the presenter's absence.

• Approved addition of 'County Gravel Pit Spray Update' to future agendas (unanimous)
• Approved addition of 'Forecasted Spray Areas Map' to all ASB agendas and social media (unanimous)
• Directed administration to present a Financial Recap of the Farm Tour at a future meeting (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Received brush spray request from Dave Grover for information (unanimous)
• Accepted year-to-date financials verbal report for information (unanimous)
• Received Provincial ASB Conference Report Card for information (unanimous)
• Received community/meeting/conference reports for information (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission will consider six development permits, including a gravel pit operation, and two subdivision applications. They will also review referrals from Red Deer County and the Summer Village of White Sands. The meeting includes routine approval of minutes and reports.

• DP 22011: Sand, gravel extraction and processing at Meeting Creek Pit (McNabb Construction), 42.5 ha disturbance, 10-year life, near Highway 53
• DP 22087: Clustered farm dwellings at Lone Pine Colony (discretionary)
• DP 22092: Warehousing and storage (Potter), $85,000
• SUB 2021-23 and SUB 2022-08: Subdivision applications (Lee, Potter)
• Referrals: Red Deer County Bylaw 2022/2.12 rezone and Bylaw 2022/25 LUB amendment; White Sands subdivision

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a discretionary use permit for a sand, gravel and surface mineral extraction and processing operation (Meeting Creek Pit) on 42.5 hectares, with conditions including a 10-year operational limit, dust and noise mitigation, and reclamation requirements. The vote was 5-1. The commission also approved several other development permits and subdivision applications, and denied a variance request for a front yard setback reduction due to utility line proximity.

• Approved DP 22011 (Meeting Creek Pit) for sand/gravel extraction on 42.5 ha (5-1)
• Denied increased front yard setback variance from 10 ft to 3 ft for DP 22017 (Green) due to utility lines (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22096 for a manufactured home older than 10 years (1993) on NW 32-37-21W4M (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22098 for an Agricultural Supply Depot on Lot 5 Block 1 Plan 2220873 (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2021-23 to create a +/-3.63 acre parcel from NE 8-41-19W4M (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-08 to create a +/-9.34 acre parcel from NW 28-39-19W4M (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22087 for Clustered Farm Dwellings (4-plex) on NW 6-39-17W4M (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22092 for outdoor warehousing/storage (max 20 RV units, 20 self-storage units) on Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 1722445 (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 council is meeting to discuss the Gadsby waterline installation as new business. The agenda contains only this one substantive item, with the rest being procedural matters like call to order and agenda approval. The next meeting is scheduled for October 12, 2022.

• Discussion of Gadsby waterline installation

The special council meeting focused on the Gadsby Waterline Installation project, with extensive discussion on procedures, communication, and routing across private land. No formal decision was made; council requested to be kept informed as the project moves forward. The project will be tendered and completed through a 100% federal grant.

• Approved the September 28, 2022 agenda as presented (carried unanimously).
• Discussed the Gadsby Waterline Project, including routing across private land and hook-up procedures, but took no formal vote on the project.
• Council requested that the whole council be kept informed as the project progresses.
• Adjourned the meeting at 10:06 a.m. (carried unanimously).

Committee of the Whole

The County of Stettler No. 6 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including a tax repayment proposal from an oil company, a reserve fund for Buffalo Lake South Shore, and a land lease policy. They will also hear from an assessor on market value and consider the PAWC program. The meeting includes an in-camera session for a protective services policy manual.

• Tax repayment proposal from an oil company
• Buffalo Lake South Shore Reserve Fund
• Land Lease Policy (Administration & Agricultural Services)
• Assessor – Market Value Discussion
• PAWC Program (Agricultural Services)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 council is meeting to decide on several requests, including a letter of support for the Stettler Ag Society's grant application, a trailer purchase for Agricultural Services, a donation to the Stettler Festival of Lights, and a water line connection for a resident. They will also review bridge load evaluations and discuss ambulance service advocacy. The agenda includes routine items like minutes approval and financial reports.

• Letter of support for Stettler Ag Society's CIP grant for Provincial High School Rodeo Final 2023
• Trailer purchase options ranging from $18,624.15 to $26,236.65, with recommendation for $21,500 option
• Water line hookup request for SW 28-38-18-W4 with construction costs estimated at $79,000 plus GST
• Bylaw 1684-22 (Animal Control) and Bylaw 1685-22 (General Traffic) for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings
• Bridge load evaluations: one bridge closed indefinitely, others maintain 10-tonne rating

Council approved the purchase of a 8.5x30 foot gooseneck trailer for $21,500 plus tax from Highway 12 Sales, with a 4-3 vote. They also gave first reading to new Animal Control and General Traffic bylaws, and directed administration to write a letter supporting the Stettler Ag Society's grant application for the Provincial High School Rodeo Final. Several items were deferred or received for information, including road bans and bridge load evaluations.

• Approved $21,500 trailer purchase for Agricultural Services Board (4-3)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 1684-22 (Animal Control) and placed it for public consultation (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 1685-22 (General Traffic) with speed limit amendment on Range Road 18-5, placed for public consultation (unanimous)
• Directed administration to write letter of support for Stettler Ag Society's CIP grant application for 2023 Provincial High School Rodeo Final (unanimous)
• Deferred Recreational Vehicle Permits item to Land Use Bylaw review (unanimous)
• Directed administration to implement road ban fact sheet on County website (unanimous)
• Approved sponsoring 25th Annual Stettler Festival of Lights with table purchase (unanimous)
• Deferred water service connection for SW 28-38-18 W4M to future planning (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review and decide on development permit applications, including a variance request for a shed in Buffalo Sands, and subdivision applications. The agenda also includes a proposed purchase of a lot in Buffalo Sands and updates on ongoing planning projects.

• DP 22073: 1980 mobile home and garage at Lot 2 Blk 1 Plan 0426881 (Smith)
• DP 22079: Variance for 96 sq ft shed in front yard at 18 Sunset Lane, Buffalo Sands (Dimaulo)
• DP 22085: 2,560 sq ft ancillary building at SW 25-36-20W4M (Bala)
• SUB2022-10: 10-acre subdivision at NW 11-42-19W4M (Adam)
• Proposed purchase of Lot 20 Block 2 Plan 0522242

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a discretionary use development permit for a manufactured home (1980) on Lot 2 Blk 1 Plan 0426881, subject to conditions including skirting and setbacks. It also approved subdivision SUB2022-12 to create a 4-acre parcel from Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 0827951, with conditions addressing road widening, dugout reconfiguration, and sewage system replacement. Additionally, the commission approved a land reclamation permit for a gravel pit (DP22058) and deferred a variance request for a shed in a front yard pending more information.

• Approved DP 22073 for a manufactured home on Lot 2 Blk 1 Plan 0426881 (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-12 to create a 4-acre parcel from Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 0827951 (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22085 for an oversized ancillary building on Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 0626236 (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22058 for land reclamation of a gravel pit on NW 28-36-20 W4M (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-10 to create a 10.02-acre parcel from NW 11-42-19 W4M (unanimous)
• Deferred DP 22079 for a shed variance on Lot 33 Blk 2 Plan 0522242 pending more information (unanimous)
• Approved in principle consolidation of Lot 20 Block 2 Plan 0522242 with adjacent lots (5-1)
• Authorized letter to septic vacuum truck operators regarding spreading of sewer on land (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board will meet to hear a presentation on moisture maps from Alberta Agriculture, review the administration report on weed inspections and control work, and discuss roadside spraying. They will also recap the Farm to Fork Tour and Long Table Dinner, and review year-to-date financials and the 2023 budget.

• Delegation: Ralph Wright, Alberta Agriculture, on moisture maps
• Discussion: Roadside spraying
• Report: Weed inspections and control, including Red Deer River banks and Common Tansy/Yellow Toadflax
• Recap: Farm to Fork Tour & Long Table Dinner
• Finance: Year-to-date financials and 2023 budget

The board unanimously authorized administration to continue the roadside spraying program for weeds and trees at their discretion. They also directed that warning signs be placed at the Walker Water Well due to vandalism, with potential closure if issues persist. A resolution on gravel pit reclamation was adopted to be taken to the Alberta Rural Municipalities Association conference.

• Approved roadside spraying program continuation (unanimous)
• Directed placement of warning signs at Walker Water Well regarding vandalism (unanimous)
• Adopted gravel pit reclamation resolution for RMA conference (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Accepted year-to-date financials for information (unanimous)
• Received 2023 budget item for information (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is holding a special meeting on August 24, 2022, to discuss draft RMA (Rural Municipalities of Alberta) resolutions for Fall 2022. This item will be discussed in camera (closed to the public) under FOIPPA Section 23, which covers local public body conferences. The agenda contains only this single in-camera item and no other business.

• In camera discussion of Draft RMA Resolutions, Fall 2022

At a special meeting on August 24, 2022, the County of Stettler No. 6 Council unanimously approved forwarding three resolutions to the 2022 Fall RMA Convention. These resolutions advocate for provincial changes regarding auditing of aggregate payment levies, increased commercial vehicle enforcement resources, and allowing third-party inspections for gravel pit reclamation. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved forwarding resolution on uniform auditing of Community Aggregate Payment Levy bylaws (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding resolution advocating increased resourcing for Commercial Vehicle Enforcement (unanimous)
• Approved forwarding resolution to allow qualified third parties to conduct gravel pit reclamation inspections (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on several operational and financial items, including setting the 2022 tax sale date, awarding contracts for a new mower garage and Gadsby Second Street repair, and approving a bylaw to modify the Municipal Development Plan. The agenda also includes a public hearing, a delegation from Sgt. Holliday, and multiple in-camera sessions for legal and law enforcement matters.

• Set 2022 Tax Sale date (recommended Dec 1, 2022, 9:00 a.m.)
• Award Mower Garage construction to Metalex Metal Buildings Inc. for $28,185 plus GST
• Award Gadsby Second Street Repair tender (options: Border Paving $194,044.13 or Wally's Backhoe $278,590.95)
• Bylaw 1683-22 Modification to MDP for 2nd and 3rd reading
• Dispersal sale of surplus equipment (2006 Dodge Durango for $680)

Council awarded a $292,317.60 maintenance paving tender to Lahrmann Construction for asphalt repairs and walking paths in Rochon Sands Heights, with a 5% contingency for a total of $306,933.48, funded from the Buffalo Lake Reserve Fund. Council also set the 2022 tax sale for December 1, approved a $28,185 mower garage, awarded a $176,403.75 road repair tender for Gadsby Second Street, and gave second and third reading to Bylaw 1683-22 amending the Municipal Development Plan regarding environmental reserve dedication near wetlands. A marina lease agreement for Rochon Sands Heights was postponed pending final proposal.

• Awarded $306,933.48 maintenance paving contract to Lahrmann Construction for Rochon Sands Heights paths (unanimous)
• Set 2022 tax sale date for December 1, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. (unanimous)
• Awarded $28,185 mower garage construction to Metalex Metal Buildings Inc. (6-1)
• Awarded $194,044.13 Gadsby Second Street repair tender to Border Paving Ltd. (unanimous)
• Declined bids on a 2006 Dodge Durango and a 2014 Kubota mower; retained as county assets (unanimous)
• Approved second and third reading of Bylaw 1683-22 amending MDP for environmental reserve near wetlands (unanimous)
• Postponed Rochon Sands Heights Marina Lease Agreement until final proposal received (6-1)
• Authorized $118,000 parking lot overlay at Administration building to Lahrmann Construction (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The County of Stettler No. 6 Committee of the Whole meets to discuss several items, including a development agreement request in Botha, expanding the dog control bylaw, changes to Alberta Vehicle Enforcement, a disaster relief animal fund, and boating authority. A public hearing on the budget is scheduled for 1:00 pm. The meeting also includes in-camera sessions for confidential matters.

• Request for Development Agreement – Hamlet of Botha (Plan 082 1859 Block 3 Lot 12)
• Expanding Dog Control Bylaw
• Changes to Alberta Vehicle Enforcement
• Disaster Relief Animal Fund
• Public Hearing: Budget Consultation at 1:00 pm

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to discuss routine operations, including weed inspections, roadside vegetation control, and a 2023 budget with major equipment replacements. They will also consider policy updates for the Agricultural Pests Act and Animal Health Act, and discuss a resolution supporting a federal carbon tax exemption for farm fuels.

• 2023 budget includes $195,000 for replacement of Unit 273 and 292, with $60,000 revenue from sale
• Policy update for Agricultural Pests Act to set appeal board appointment dates and require agricultural knowledge
• New Animal Health Act policy to appoint Manager of Agricultural Operations as inspector
• Discussion on herbicide overspray incidents near Stettler and other locations
• Support for Bill C-234 to exempt natural gas and propane from carbon tax for agriculture

The Agricultural Services Board approved a motion to send letters to MLA Nate Horner and MP Damien Kurek supporting Bill C-234, which would exempt natural gas and propane used in agriculture from the carbon tax. The board also recommended correcting Pest Control Appeal Board appointment dates and adopted the Animal Health Act policy. Several items were received for information, including budget reports and a herbicide damage complaint.

• Approved letters to MLA Horner and MP Kurek supporting Bill C-234 (unanimous)
• Recommended Council correct Appeal Board appointments to Jan 3–Dec 30, 2022 (unanimous)
• Adopted AG Policy Animal Health Act (4-1, Clarke opposed)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Received herbicide crop damage item for information (unanimous)
• Received verbal budget report for information (unanimous)
• Received 2023 budget discussion for information (unanimous)
• Received community/conference reports for information (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications: one for a variance to the side yard setback for two existing ancillary buildings on Pheasantback Close, and another for a Sea-Can ancillary building on a municipal reserve parcel in Buffalo Lake Meadows. The commission will also hear a delegation from the Buffalo Lake Owners Association regarding approach standards and discuss a response letter on a proposed subdivision in White Sands.

• DP 22066: Variance request for 46% side yard setback reduction for two ancillary buildings at 1 Pheasantback Close
• DP 22067: Sea-Can ancillary building on municipal reserve in Buffalo Lake Meadows
• Delegation from Buffalo Lake Owners Association on approach standards
• Response letter on proposed subdivision in S.V. of White Sands (2022-14)
• Referral: Nevis 766s Substation Rebuild Project Update

The Municipal Planning Commission approved two development permits: one for two ancillary buildings at Pheasantback Close with a side yard setback variance, and another for a Sea-Can storage unit on County land at Buffalo Lake Meadows. The commission also directed the Buffalo Sands Community Association to remove a beach volleyball court and fire pit due to encroachment on Municipal Reserve and Environmental Reserve lands, and to restore the site. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved DP 22066 (Brennan) for two ancillary buildings with 46% side yard setback variance (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22067 (Buffalo Lake Meadows Owners Assoc.) for Sea-Can storage unit on gravel base, valid 5 years (unanimous)
• Directed Buffalo Sands Community Association to remove beach volleyball court and fire pit, restore site to natural state (unanimous)
• Received Acreage Concern re: fencing for information (unanimous)
• Received Response Letter re: White Sands Proposed Subdivision for information (unanimous)
• Responded to ATCO with no concerns on Nevis 766s Substation Rebuild Project (unanimous)
• Responded to Paintearth Wind Farm referral requiring Road Use Agreement and reclamation plan inquiry (unanimous)
• Directed MPE Engineering to amend Gadsby Master Drainage Plan and present at public consultation (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving updated traffic control signage plans for Botha and Gadsby, renewing a SCADA service agreement with Stantec Consulting Ltd., and setting a water hook-up price. They will also consider a marina lease agreement, a request to forgive a portion of 2022 taxes, and a motion to support a grant application for a resource road. The agenda includes a public hearing, a delegation for an ASB bursary, and an in-camera session for a lease agreement.

• Approve Botha Traffic Control Plan signage updates
• Approve Gadsby Traffic Control Plan signage updates
• Renew Stantec Consulting Ltd. SCADA service agreement with $5,000 base retainer
• Set water hook-up price
• Consider request to forgive portion of 2022 taxes (SAN005)

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council approved traffic control plans for Botha and Gadsby, a SCADA services agreement with Stantec, and ATCO Electric street light proposals. It also gave first reading to Bylaw 1683-22 (MDP modifications) and passed the General Traffic and Procedural Bylaws. A motion to attend the 2023 Stettler Trade Show was defeated, and a plug-in hybrid vehicle purchase was also defeated.

• Approved Hamlet of Botha Traffic Control Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Hamlet of Gadsby Traffic Control Plan (unanimous)
• Approved SCADA services agreement with Stantec Consulting Ltd. (unanimous)
• Approved ATCO Electric street light proposals (8 new, 3 replacements, 114 conversions) (unanimous)
• Defeated motion to attend 2023 Stettler Trade Show (2-5)
• Defeated purchase of 2022 Escape PHEV (3-4)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 1683-22 (MDP modifications) (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1681-22 (General Traffic) and Bylaw 1682-22 (Procedural) (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The County of Stettler No. 6 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative items, including a computer server purchase, an offsite levy bylaw, and a procurement policy. They will also hear a delegation from Paintearth County about broadband and discuss approaches and inspections. The meeting is scheduled for June 23, 2022, at 10:00 am.

• Computer server purchase (RFD)
• Offsite levy bylaw
• Procurement policy
• Delegation from Paintearth County on broadband
• Approaches and inspections discussion

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider development permits, including a variance for a front-yard garage in Buffalo Sands and a sea-can in Botha, plus two subdivision applications. They will also review referrals and old business, including an NRCB referral for Signal Ridge Farms.

• DP 22038: Variance for 720 sq ft garage in front yard at 19 Sunset Lane, Buffalo Sands (18 ft setback vs 25 ft required)
• DP 22051: Discretionary use for 8'x12' sea-can at 4914-49 Street, Botha
• SUB2022-07: 27.80-acre subdivision for Dacosa Dairy Ltd. (NE 33-36-18W4M)
• SUB2022-09: 4.6-acre subdivision for Leschert/Rowledge (SE 5-39-21W4M)
• Referral: Proposed subdivision in S.V. of White Sands

The Municipal Planning Commission approved three discretionary development permits (DP 22038, DP 22051, DP 22059) and two subdivision applications (SUB2022-07, SUB2022-09), each with conditions. It also denied a request for a second approach on Lot 1 Block 3 Plan 1623372 and extended a compliance timeline for trailer storage at 3 Poplar Place, Scenic Sands.

• Approved DP 22038 (Baxandall) for garage variance and 18% front setback reduction (6-1, Grover opposed)
• Approved DP 22051 (de Vries) for 8'x20' Sea-Can ancillary building, 5-year term (5-2, Grover and Stevens opposed)
• Approved DP 22059 (Baltimore) for 1848 ft² oversized ancillary building (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-07 (Dacosa Dairy) to create one 26.04-acre parcel (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-09 (Leschert/Rowledge) to create one 5.31-acre parcel (unanimous)
• Denied request for second approach on Lot 1 Block 3 Plan 1623372 off Johnson Street (5-2, Clarke and Stulberg opposed)
• Extended timeline to comply to September 2022 for trailer storage at 3 Poplar Place, Scenic Sands (unanimous)
• Received NRCB decision for unpermitted beef feeding pen (RA21044) for information (unanimous)

County Council

Council approved several contracts and initiatives, including an $893,256.80 asphalt overlay contract, a $223,396.22 sand shed, and $10,000 in community grants. They also gave final reading to the Regional Emergency Management Bylaw and approved a $12,000 lot sale despite opposition.

• Awarded asphalt overlay contract to Lahrmann Construction Inc. for $893,256.80 plus GST (unanimous)
• Awarded sand shed construction to Coverco Buildings for $223,396.22 plus GST (unanimous)
• Approved $10,000 in Community Investment Program grants for six events (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1676-22 Regional Emergency Management Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved lot sale for $12,000 plus GST (4-3)
• Approved $4,561.65 calcium product trial on Township Road 40-2 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,879.73 concrete pads contract to Hadley Concrete (6-1)
• Approved $1,000 ASB Bursary to Gracie Morbeck (unanimous)

Committee of the Whole

The County of Stettler No. 6 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative and protective services items, including an emergency management regionalization agreement and bylaw, road use agreements, and updates to the nuisance bylaw. The committee will also consider a lease land policy, a club root policy, and the Buffalo Lake reserve fund. This is a discussion meeting, with no final decisions indicated on the agenda.

• Emergency Management Regionalization Agreement & Bylaw (Protective Services)
• Emergency Reception Centre Supplies vs MOU (Protective Services)
• Road Use Agreements (Administration)
• Updating the Nuisance Bylaw (Administration)
• Lease Land Policy (Agriculture & Administration)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve a Capital Purchase Plan that outlines future equipment replacements and costs. The board will also review the administration report covering seasonal staff training, avian flu monitoring, wild boar inquiries, and various vegetation and tree management activities. A resolution for the Regional ASB Conference and the budget are also on the agenda.

• Approval of Capital Purchase Plan with replacement costs for equipment like a 2008 Dodge 5500 ($125,000) and a 2015 Kenworth T370 ($118,000)
• Discussion of budget for Agricultural Services
• Resolution for Regional ASB Conference
• Administration report on seasonal staff training, avian flu monitoring, and wild boar inquiries
• Roadside vegetation program focusing on middle third of county (Fenn Road to Township 40-0)

The Agricultural Services Board approved its Strategic Plan and Capital Purchase Plan, and voted to send a thank-you letter to G3 for a facility tour. The board also directed administration to investigate a resolution on the Cleanfarms chemical jug program and approved forwarding a supporting letter on the Pest Control Products Act review. All decisions were carried unanimously.

• Approved Strategic Plan as presented (unanimous)
• Approved Capital Purchase Plan as presented (unanimous)
• Forwarded thank-you letter to G3 and requested County Connections write-up on G3 charitable donations (unanimous)
• Directed administration to investigate resolution for Cleanfarms chemical jug program education (unanimous)
• Forwarded supporting letter to Health Canada on Pest Control Products Act review (unanimous)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 22, 2022 (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider one discretionary development permit (DP 22036) to relocate a detached dwelling to Lots 3 & 4, Block 2, Plan 0821859 in the Hamlet of Botha, and four subdivision applications (SUB2022-02, SUB2022-03, SUB2022-05, SUB2022-06). The agenda also includes updates on the Paintearth Wind Project and proposed LUB amendments for White Sands, plus a delegation in-camera session.

• DP 22036: Relocation of detached dwelling (approx. 1000 ft²) to Lots 3 & 4, Block 2, Plan 0821859, Hamlet of Botha, value $250,000
• SUB2022-02: 16.25-acre subdivision, NW 16-36-18W4M (Armstrong)
• SUB2022-03: 6.6-acre subdivision, NE 22-37-19W4M (Nitschke)
• SUB2022-05: 10-acre subdivision, NE 10-41-18W4M (Edgeview Farms Ltd.)
• SUB2022-06: 20-acre subdivision, Pt. SW 32-39-19W4M (Diamond Lake Land & Holdings)

The Municipal Planning Commission approved four subdivision applications (SUB2022-06, SUB2022-02, SUB2022-03, SUB2022-05) and one discretionary use development permit (DP 22036), all unanimously. The commission also directed administration to respond to the Summer Village of White Sands' proposed Land Use Bylaw amendments, recommending a clause that no accessory use be used for accommodations, and requesting the number of existing secondary suites/guest houses. The Paintearth Wind Project Update was received for information.

• Approved SUB2022-06 to subdivide ~10 acres and consolidate with Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 2022533 (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22036 for relocation of detached dwelling and ancillary buildings on Lots 3 & 4, Block 2, Plan 0821859 (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-02 to create ~16.25-acre parcel from NW 16-36-18 W4M (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-03 to create ~6.46-acre parcel from NE 22-37-19 W4M (unanimous)
• Approved SUB2022-05 to create ~10.38-acre parcel from NE 10-41-18 W4M (unanimous)
• Directed administration to respond to White Sands LUB referral with recommendation on accessory uses (unanimous)
• Received Paintearth Wind Project Update for information (unanimous)

County Council

The Council is reviewing a request to approve the 2022 Revised Budget, which includes a 3% increase to the tax rate. The meeting also addresses several property and infrastructure items, including potential land purchases for a playground and streetlight updates.

• Approval of 2022 Revised Budget with a 3% tax rate increase
• Public hearing for Bylaw 1677-24 Land Use Bylaw Amendment (Data Processing)
• Request for decision regarding the purchase of a wheel loader
• Discussion on property purchase for a playground in Rochon Sands Heights
• Review of bylaws for Buffalo Sands and Buffalo View Special Tax Levies

Council approved the 2022 Revised Budget and gave third reading to the 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw (1679-22). It also approved the purchase of a 2018 Case 1021G wheel loader for $243,000 plus GST, rescinding an earlier loader purchase. Several policies were adopted, including Council Remuneration and Benefits, Wild Boar Control, and Pest Control.

• Approved 2022 Revised Budget (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1679-22 Tax Rate Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 2018 Case 1021G wheel loader for $243,000 plus GST (unanimous)
• Rescinded earlier resolution to purchase 2016 Deere 744K loader (unanimous)
• Adopted Legislative Policy CN 1.1 Council Remuneration (unanimous)
• Adopted Legislative Policy CN 1.2 Council Benefits (5-2)
• Adopted Agricultural Policy AG 3.5 Wild Boar Control (unanimous)
• Adopted Agricultural Policy AG 3.6 Pest and Nuisance Control (6-1)

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several administrative items including utility rates and a restrictive covenant. The committee will also hold a discussion regarding broadband.

• Offsite Levy Bylaw/Master Servicing Study discussion
• Utility Rates discussion
• Restrictive Covenant discussion
• Broadband discussion

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a discretionary use permit for sand, gravel, and mineral extraction at the Crawford Pit. The meeting also includes reviews of multiple development permits for residential and commercial buildings, as well as several subdivision applications.

• Discretionary use permit for sand, gravel, and surface mineral extraction/processing at SW 33-36-20W4M
• Development Permit DP22010 for Crawford Gravel and Rock Ltd. involving excavation and processing
• Review of development permits including residential dwellings and ancillary buildings
• Review of subdivision applications for various parcels ranging from 6.6 to 20 acres
• New business item regarding Ducks Unlimited Canada at Section 23-37-17W4M

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a discretionary use development permit for the Crawford Pit (DP 22010), allowing sand, gravel extraction and processing on SW 33-36-20W4M, subject to numerous conditions including a 3-year operational limit, road upgrades, and compliance with the Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw. The commission also approved a detached dwelling with a variance (DP 22027), an ancillary building with a front yard variance (DP 22020), and a home-based used car sales business (DP 22026). All decisions were carried, with one opposed vote on the ancillary building.

• Approved DP 22010 Crawford Pit gravel extraction/processing with conditions (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22027 Delwo detached dwelling with 12% side yard variance (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22020 Nassichuk/Shreeves ancillary building with front yard variance (6-1, Grover opposed)
• Approved DP 22026 Davidson home-based used car sales (unanimous)
• Received Ducks Unlimited conservation easement notification (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is reviewing several agricultural policies including wild boar, soil conservation, and pest control. The meeting also addresses Avian Flu updates in nearby counties and seasonal staff hiring.

• Review of Agriculture Policy 3.6 - Pest Control regarding registered trappers
• Review of AG 3.5 Wild Boar Policy
• Review of AG 3.8 Soil Conservation Policy
• Report on Avian Flu found in poultry operation in County of Paintearth No 18
• Wild Boar Bounty agreement signed by Stettler and MD of Peace

The Agricultural Services Board unanimously referred the lease land rental discussion to a Committee of the Whole meeting after complaints about the bidding process. The board also approved several policy reviews, including wild boar control and soil conservation, and received reports on the wild boar bounty program and a forage presentation.

• Referred lease land rental discussion to Committee of the Whole (unanimous)
• Accepted Agriculture Policy 3.6 – Pest Control (unanimous)
• Accepted Agriculture Policy 3.5 – Wild Boar Control, as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted Agricultural Policy 3.8 – Soil Conservation, as annually reviewed (unanimous)
• Cancelled June ASB meeting, set June 22, 2022 for field visit (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Received community/conference reports for information (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 council will consider several decisions, including approving the 2021 audited financial statements, appointing the 2022 auditor, purchasing a pickup truck, and a waterline hookup request. They will also hear delegations from STARS and the Battle River Watershed Alliance, and hold a public hearing on a land use bylaw amendment.

• Approve 2021 audited financial statements as presented by Gitzel & Company
• Appoint Gitzel and Company as 2022 auditor
• Purchase ½ ton pickup from Aspen Ford for $47,971.32 plus GST
• Waterline hookup request near Rochon Sands, with costs up to $247,000
• Bylaw 1677-22 Land Use Bylaw Amendment (Data Processing) for 1st reading and public hearing

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council approved the 2021 audited financial statements as presented by Gitzel & Company and appointed the firm as the 2022 auditor. Council also approved a fixed annual STARS funding of $12,500, accepted bids for 17 land leases, and gave final reading to the 2022 Fee Bylaw. Several other items were approved, including a half-ton pickup purchase, a road cleanup policy, and a $300,000 land sale.

• Approved 2021 audited financial statements (unanimous)
• Appointed Gitzel & Company as 2022 auditor (unanimous)
• Approved fixed $12,500/year STARS funding (unanimous)
• Accepted 17 land lease bids (unanimous)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw 1678-22 Fee Bylaw (unanimous)
• Approved $47,971.32 pickup purchase from Aspen Ford (unanimous)
• Approved $300,000 land sale for Plan 2220567, Block 1, Lot 9 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 in-kind support for Stettler Ag Society (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing several development permit applications, including requests for setback variances and new ancillary buildings. The meeting also includes updates on the Lacombe County public hearing and NRCB applications.

• Variance request for DP 21099 (Wooden) to adjust side and rear yard setbacks
• Development permit DP 22016 for an ancillary building valued at $800,000
• Development permit DP 22013 for sand, gravel, and mineral extraction valued at $300,000
• Development permit DP 22011 for mineral extraction valued at $157,116
• Referral regarding Lacombe County Public Hearing update for LUB and MDP

The Municipal Planning Commission issued a Certificate of Non Compliance for a detached dwelling on Lot 54 Block 2 Plan 0522242, allowing it to remain despite rear and side yard variances, subject to a safety code report. It also approved development permits for an ancillary building at 35 MacDonald Drive (with variances) and a residential oversize ancillary building on Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 0840757. The commission directed administration to draft an educational letter to real estate agencies about property listing accuracy and to forward a Land Use Bylaw amendment for cryptocurrency mining as a discretionary use.

• Issued Certificate of Non Compliance for dwelling on Lot 54 Block 2 Plan 0522242 (6-1, Grover opposed)
• Approved DP 22017 for ancillary building (880 ft²) with front yard variance at 35 MacDonald Drive (unanimous)
• Approved DP 22018 for residential oversize ancillary building on Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 0840757 (unanimous)
• Directed administration to draft educational letter to real estate agencies (unanimous)
• Directed administration to forward LUB amendment for cryptocurrency mining as discretionary use (unanimous)
• Received Development Officer's Monthly Report for information (unanimous)
• Received Lacombe County public hearing notification for LUB/MDP amendments (unanimous)
• Received NRCB application RA22013 for sheep barn conversion (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to consider approving its 2022-2025 Strategic Plan, which sets priorities for weed and pest control, conservation, and equipment management. The board will also review two policies: the Control of Clubroot Disease in Canola and the Vegetation Control policy. Administrative reports cover seasonal preparations, including ordering 1,000 shelterbelt trees, accepting land tenders, and advertising for a bursary and seasonal staff.

• Approve 2022-2025 Agricultural Services Board Strategic Plan
• Annual review of Agriculture Policy AG 3.3 – Control of Clubroot Disease in Canola
• Annual review of Agriculture Policy 3.2 – Vegetation Control
• 1,000 trees ordered for Shelterbelt program (now closed)
• Tenders close March 23 for grazing leases and March 31 for farm land

The Agricultural Services Board approved the agenda and previous minutes, received the administration report, and reviewed two policies. The 2022-2025 Strategic Plan was tabled until the April 27, 2022 meeting to allow for suggested additions on emergency planning, drought, and energy costs. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved March 23, 2022 agenda (unanimous)
• Approved February 23, 2022 minutes (unanimous)
• Received administration report for information (unanimous)
• Tabled 2022-2025 Strategic Plan until April 27, 2022 (unanimous)
• Reviewed and received AG 3.3 Control of Clubroot Disease policy (unanimous)
• Reviewed and received Agriculture Policy 3.2 Vegetation Control (unanimous)

County Council

County Council will decide on several items including setting asking prices for County-owned lots in Erskine and Botha, awarding contracts for oil and calcium supplies for the gravel road dust reduction program, and purchasing equipment like a wheel loader and compact track loader. Council will also hear a delegation from the Stettler Ag Society requesting support for its Legacy Project arena upgrade, and consider bylaws for special tax levies in Buffalo Sands and Buffalo View.

• Set asking prices for residential lots in Erskine (Plan 1623372) and Botha (Plan 0821859), and commercial lots in Botha
• Award oil supply contract for Gravel Road Dust Reduction Program
• Award calcium supply contract for Gravel Road Dust Reduction Program
• Purchase wheel loader, compact track loader, loader backhoe, and grader attachments
• Bylaw 1671-21 Buffalo Sands Special Tax Levy and Bylaw 1672-21 Buffalo View Special Tax Levy for 1st, 2nd, 3rd reading

Council approved setting asking prices for County-owned residential and commercial lots in Erskine and Botha, awarded contracts for dust control supplies, and authorized several equipment purchases including a wheel loader, compact track loader, grader attachments, and a loader backhoe. They also tabled two special tax levy bylaws and approved a five-year gravel mining agreement after an in-camera session.

• Set asking price of $25,000 for residential lots in Erskine (Plan 1623372) and $20,000 for residential and commercial lots in Botha (Plan 0821859), reviewed in one year (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 asphalt emulsion dust suppressant supply/apply to Read on Roads Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded 2022 calcium chloride brine supply/apply to Kortech Calcium Services Ltd. (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of 2016 Deere 744KII wheel loader for $265,000 plus GST (6-1, Stevens opposed)
• Authorized purchase of 2022 Kubota SVL65-2HFC compact track loader for $74,500 plus GST (6-1, McKay opposed)
• Authorized purchase of grader attachments from Capital Industries for $127,566.40 plus GST (5-2, Stulberg and Nibourg opposed)
• Authorized purchase of 2018 Case 580 Super N WT loader backhoe for $108,562.50 plus GST (unanimous)
• Tabled Bylaw 1671-21 (Buffalo Sands Special Tax Levy) and Bylaw 1672-21 (Buffalo View Special Tax Levy) (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The County of Stettler No. 6 Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review development permits, subdivision files, and hear a delegation from Alberta Environment & Parks on the province's Docking and Mooring Policy. The commission will also discuss referrals, a wind project update, and stop orders. The agenda includes both decisions and discussion items.

• Delegation from Alberta Environment & Parks on Docking and Mooring Policy
• DP 22002: $200,000 ancillary building (2,400 ft²) for Kalen & Melanie Volker
• DP 22003: Retail store with variance for Rocky Ridge & Co. / Wold Innovations Inc.
• DP 22005: $30,000 manufactured home (980 ft²) for Brian Calliou
• DP 22008: Value-added agricultural operation (greenhouse with sales) for Kyla & Calvin Connell

The Agricultural Services Board approved the purchase of a spray pod (tank and wiring harness) for $5,678 from Stone Blue Enterprises, to be installed before summer. The board also directed administration to investigate a G3 tour and to present gravel pit reclamation certificate inspection information at the next meeting. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved $5,678 purchase of spray pod from Stone Blue Enterprises (unanimous)
• Directed administration to investigate G3 tour (unanimous)
• Directed administration to present gravel pit reclamation info at March 23 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with additions (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Received administration report (unanimous)
• Received conference report (unanimous)

Agriculture Service Board

The Agricultural Services Board is reviewing the creation of a fenceline spraying program for private land. The meeting also included reports on the Provincial Agricultural Service Board Conference and updates on strychnine sales.

• Proposed fenceline spraying program offers 2 free acres with additional work at landowner expense
• Estimated $5,678.00 cost to add one pod to a roadside truck for spraying
• Strychnine sales remaining: approximately 73.25 cases available
• Ducks Unlimited Canada Alberta Forage Incentive Program offers $100 per 50 lb bag of seed
• ASB bursary application deadline was April 15, 2021

The Agricultural Services Board approved the purchase of a spray pod (tank and wiring harness) for $5,678 from Stone Blue Enterprises, to be installed before summer. The board also directed administration to investigate a G3 facility tour and to present gravel pit reclamation certificate inspection information at the next meeting. Strychnine sales were discussed, allowing more than 2 cases per buyer to reduce leftover stock.

• Approved $5,678 purchase of spray pod from Stone Blue Enterprises (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with additions: G3 Tour, Talk Ask Listen Seminar, Gravel Pit Reclamation (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Received Agricultural Services Board Administration Report for information (unanimous)
• Instructed administration to investigate possibility of G3 Tour (unanimous)
• Instructed administration to present gravel pit reclamation certificate inspections info at March 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Received Community/Meeting/Conference Reports for information (unanimous)

County Council

The County of Stettler No. 6 Council is meeting to decide on the 2022 operating and capital budgets, which include a total general revenue of $18,216,139 for 2022. They will also consider requests for decisions on the Land Use Bylaw and Municipal Development Plan review terms of reference, an inter-municipal development plan engagement plan with the Town of Stettler, waterline hookups, grazing lease advertisements, and the appointment of a Deputy Director of Emergency Management. A public hearing and delegation from Parkland Community Planning Services will discuss the LUB and MDP terms of reference.

• 2022 Budget approval with 2023-2025 operating and 2023-2027 capital plans
• Buffalo Sands Entrance Signage Funding Request
• Land Use Bylaw & Municipal Development Plan Review Terms of Reference
• Town of Stettler and County of Stettler Inter-Municipal Development Plan Engagement Plan
• Two waterline hookup requests and grazing lease advertisement

Council unanimously approved the 2022 budget, adopted a new General Traffic Bylaw (1675-22) and a revised Procedural Bylaw (1674-22), and approved a public engagement plan for the Land Use Bylaw and Municipal Development Plan review. A request for $2,992.19 toward Buffalo Sands entrance signage was defeated, but council directed staff to develop a signage policy.

• Approved 2022 Budget (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 1675-22 General Traffic Bylaw (unanimous)
• Adopted Bylaw 1674-22 Procedural Bylaw as amended (unanimous)
• Approved public engagement proposal for LUB and MDP review (unanimous)
• Defeated Buffalo Sands entrance signage funding request (2-4)
• Directed administration to develop a Signage Policy (unanimous)
• Authorized water service connection for NE 7-40-19 W4M up to $15,000 (unanimous)
• Reappointed emergency management directors and appointed new deputy (unanimous)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to consider one development permit application for a detached garage at 11 Marina View Close in Rochon Sands Heights, which requires a variance to the front yard setback. The commission will also review the Development Officer's monthly report and recent planning activities, including stop orders and meetings with the Town of Stettler. No subdivision applications are on the agenda.

• Development permit DP 21134 for a 720 ft² detached garage with a 64% front yard setback variance (from 25 ft to 9 ft) at 11 Marina View Close
• Stop order issued for keeping livestock in Hamlet Residential District (Lots 11-12 Block 4 Plan 153Z)
• Appeal to Stop Order filed for Lot 71 TR Block OT with Land & Property Rights Tribunal
• Meetings with Town of Stettler and Dillon Consulting on Intermunicipal Development Plan and Area Structure Plan
• 2021 development permits processed: 135 (up from 84 in 2020)

The Municipal Planning Commission tabled a decision on a development permit for a front-yard garage with a setback variance until February 23, 2022, pending more information on eave overhang and utility easement requirements. The commission also directed administration to enter into a Letter of Occupation 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.

• Tabled DP 21134 (Borbandy) for front-yard garage with 64% setback variance until Feb 23, 2022 (unanimous)
• Directed administration to enter into a Letter of Occupation for Range Road 20-5 North of Bayview Street (unanimous)
• Approved agenda with addition of Rochon Sands delegation (unanimous)
• Approved December 9, 2021 minutes as presented (unanimous)
• Received January 2022 Planning and Development Officer's Report for information (unanimous)

County Council

The County Council is reviewing a proposal to award a contract for fire department radio equipment. The meeting also includes discussions on forgiving a property tax penalty due to medical hardship and several administrative requests.

• Proposed $490,671.00 contract to BEARCOM for AFRRCS radio communications equipment
• Request to forgive a $198.62 tax penalty for customer SCH021
• Public hearing regarding Bylaw 1670-21 (Regional SDAB Bylaw)
• First, second, and third readings of Bylaw 1674-22 (Procedural Bylaw)
• Delegation regarding Scollard Road as a haul route

Council awarded the Alberta First Responders Radio Communication System equipment contract to BEARCOM for $470,961.47 (excluding GST), with a total expenditure of $490,671.00. They also approved Community Investment Program funds totaling $5,000 for three 2022 events, adopted a complaints policy amendment, and gave final reading to Bylaw 1670-21 establishing a regional subdivision appeal board. A delegation raised concerns about Scollard Road dust and maintenance, prompting a traffic count to be conducted.

• Awarded AFRRCS radio equipment RFP to BEARCOM for $470,961.47 (unanimous)
• Approved Community Investment Program funds: $2,500 to Stettler Steel Wheel Stampede, $2,000 to Canadian Northern Society, $500 to Stettler and District Music Festival (unanimous)
• Forgave $198.62 tax penalty for Customer SCH021 (4-3)
• Adopted Policy AF 6.24 – Complaints from the Public with third-party appeal amendment (unanimous)
• Appointed members at large to Rural Crime Prevention Committee (unanimous)
• Approved 2022-2025 Strategic Plan (unanimous)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw 1674-22 (Procedural Bylaw) (unanimous)
• Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 1670-21 (Regional SDAB) (unanimous)