County of Stettler No. 6 public meetings in 2024
39 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
County Council
The County Council is giving three readings to Bylaw 1740-24, which consolidates existing election bylaws and adds a requirement for candidates to submit a certified criminal record check with their nomination papers. The bylaw also sets a $100 nomination deposit and allows ballot counting to begin at 7:30 p.m. on election day, with results reported no earlier than 8:00 p.m.
- Bylaw 1740-24 (Election Procedures) receives 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings
- Candidates must provide a certified criminal record check including conviction and discharge information
- Nomination deposit set at $100, refundable under certain conditions
- Ballot counting for special, advance, and institutional ballots may start at 7:30 p.m. on election day
- Two existing bylaws (Bylaw 1648-20 and Bylaw 1663-21) are rescinded and consolidated
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider one development permit application from Fire Technology Corp. (DP 24097), receive a department report, discuss a memo regarding a Ducks Unlimited Conservation Easement, and decide on the January 2025 meeting date. The agenda includes routine approvals of previous minutes.
- DP 24097 – Fire Technology Corp. development permit
- Memo re: Ducks Unlimited Conservation Easement
- Request for decision on January MPC meeting date
- Department report
County Council
County Council holds a public hearing for a land use bylaw amendment, then considers over a dozen decisions including the 2025 interim budget, tax penalty forgiveness, physician recruitment policy extension, and multiple new bylaws for special tax levies and borrowing. The meeting also covers reports on financials and committee updates.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 1730-24 Land Use Bylaw amendment at 1:00 pm
- Request for Decision: Interim Budget 2025
- Request for Decision: Tax Penalty Forgiveness
- Request for Decision: Physician Recruitment Policy and Agreement Extension
- Boehlke's Pond restoration feasibility study – RFP bids: EDS Group $53,780 + GST, Klohn Crippen Berger $95,000 + GST
County Council
The County of Stettler No. 6 Council will hold a public hearing on a Land Use Bylaw amendment and consider multiple requests for decision, including the 2025 Interim Budget, tax penalty forgiveness, and property valuations. The meeting also includes readings of several bylaws, such as special tax levies and an operating borrowing bylaw, as well as reports and consent agenda items.
- Public hearing on Bylaw 1730-24 Land Use Bylaw Amendment at 1:00 pm
- Request for Decision on 2025 Interim Budget
- Request for Decision on Tax Penalty Forgiveness
- Request for Decision on Gadsby Land Valuation
- Bylaw 1738-24 Operating Borrowing Bylaw for 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings
Agriculture Service Board
The Agricultural Services Board will receive a delegation from the Stettler Seed Cleaning Plant for an overview of operations. The board will consider requests to cancel its December 2024 and January 2025 meetings. Various correspondence items will be received, including updates on moisture, Bill C-293, and agricultural disasters.
- Delegation from Stettler Seed Cleaning Plant (Dustin Houston and Lorne Metz) for an overview of plant operations
- Request for Decision to cancel December 2024 Agricultural Services Board meeting
- Request for Decision to cancel January 2025 Agricultural Services Board meeting
- Correspondence from Birch Hills County and MD of Smoky River regarding declarations of agricultural disaster
- Correspondence from multiple municipalities concerning Bill C-293 (Pandemic Prevention and Preparedness)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing several development permits and one subdivision file. A primary focus is a request for Logic Energy to operate a 250Kw power generator and bitcoin mining operation on an existing oil and gas site.
- DP 24077: Logic Energy proposal for power generation and bitcoin mining at SW-36-37-17-W4M
- DP 24087 (Klassen), DP 24091 (Chorel), DP 24092 (Lake View Mennonites), DP 24093 (Rochon Sands Heights Community Association), DP 24094 (Boese), DP 24096 (Ainsworth)
- SUB 2024-16 (Mailer) subdivision file
- Public consultation report for DP 24077 noting zero public attendance at the November 6 meeting
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will review six development permits, including a proposal for a manufacturing facility to construct and sell RTM homes on a Highway Mixed Use lot near Hwy 12. One subdivision application is also on the agenda. The commission will decide on a December meeting date and receive a department report.
- DP 24087 (Klassen) – manufacturing facility for RTM homes on Lot 3 Block 1 Plan 112 4110, Highway Mixed Use zone, adjacent to Hwy 12
- DP 24091 (Chorel) – permit for undisclosed development
- DP 24092 (Lake View Mennonites) – permit for undisclosed development
- DP 24093 (Rochon Sands Heights Community Association) – permit for undisclosed development
- SUB 2024-16 (Mailer) – subdivision application
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing bridge rehabilitation needs and intermunicipal collaboration with the Summer Village of White Sands. The body is also reviewing water valve placement issues in Buffalo View Estates.
- Proposed 2025 STIP funding for bridges in Big Valley (BF 6719), Gadsby (BF 6976), and Donalda (BF 75894)
- Reimbursement request of $4,487.29 + GST for a water curb stop relocation at 15 Marina Crescent
- ICF meeting request from Summer Village of White Sands regarding road maintenance, sewage, and policing
- Review of 43 bridge inspections showing 33% of the County's 116 bridges are rated 40 or below
- Policy review of AF 6.23 – Community Investment Program
County Council
The County of Stettler No. 6 Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 1729-24, a Land Use Bylaw amendment, at 1:00 pm. Council will also consider several requests for decision, including the Parkland Regional Library System Budget 2025, an Alberta Small Community Opportunity Program grant, tax penalty forgiveness, and a lot purchase offer in Botha. Multiple other bylaws are scheduled for readings, and the meeting includes in-camera sessions on confidential matters.
- Public hearing on Bylaw 1729-24 (Land Use Bylaw amendment) at 1:00 pm
- Request for decision on Parkland Regional Library System Budget 2025
- Request for decision on Alberta Small Community Opportunity Program grant
- Request for decision on tax penalty forgiveness
- Request for decision on Botha lot purchase offer
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a discretionary use development permit for a Waste Management Facility on 480 acres of agricultural land. The application seeks to align the county permit with existing provincial permits for the site, which has operated since 1991.
- DP 24009: Waste Management Facility application for South half and NE of 25-35-21-W4M
- DP 24084: Development permit for Adelman
- SUB 2024-15: Subdivision file for Neihaus
Agriculture Service Board
The board will discuss 2025 agricultural services extension goals and grant reporting priorities. The meeting includes a delegation from Maverick Large Animal Veterinary Service regarding vet situation updates.
- Decision on 2025 Agricultural Services Extension Goals
- Discussion of 2025-2029 ASB Grant Reporting Priorities and Objectives
- Delegation from Dr. Colin Nicholas (Maverick Large Animal Veterinary Service)
- In-camera session for Agricultural Pest Update
- Tree Planting Workshop scheduled for February 12, 2025, in Botha, AB
Committee of the Whole
This Committee of the Whole meeting will discuss the current $15,000 rural water hook-up fee, noting it no longer covers infrastructure costs. Council will also consider a requisition for a Student Resource Officer, with a projected 2025 cost of $195,977. Additionally, several policies are under review, including tree pruning, road clean-up, cemetery expenses, and donations.
- Discussion on increasing the rural water hook-up fee from $15,000; current fee does not offset capital costs
- Student Resource Officer requisition for 2025: estimated $195,977 total cost, with County share $87,982
- Policy review: PW 2.16 – Tree Pruning (property owner responsibility, county may charge to taxes)
- Policy review: PW 2.26 – Road Clean-Up Program (pays groups $55–$75/km for ditch clean-up)
- Policy review: AF 6.11 – Cemetery Expenses (up to $1,500 annual assistance per cemetery)
County Council
This is the County of Stettler's annual organizational meeting, required by the Municipal Government Act. Council will elect a Reeve and Deputy Reeve, set per diems and signing authority, and appoint members to numerous statutory and advisory committees. No substantive policy or spending decisions are on the agenda; all items are procedural appointments and administrative housekeeping.
- Election of Reeve (current: Councillor Larry Clarke)
- Election of Deputy Reeve and scheduling for term
- Setting council per diems under Policy CN 1.1 (amount not specified in agenda)
- Appointment of Agricultural Fieldman, Weed Inspector, and other statutory officers
- Appointment of members to committees including Agricultural Service Board, Municipal Planning Commission, and Assessment Review Board
County Council
The County of Stettler No. 6 Council will meet to discuss a variety of agricultural and service policies, land use bylaw amendments, and the 2025 Strategic Plan. The body is also deciding on the early purchase of a road grader and funding for a seed cleaning plant.
- Proposed purchase of a 2025 Cat 14 grader for $893,270 plus GST
- Public hearing for Bylaw 1728-24: Land Use Bylaw Amendment
- Decision on Bylaw 1729-24: Land Use Bylaw Amendment (1st reading)
- Review of 13 agricultural policies (AG 3.02 to AG 3.12) including vegetation and pest control
- Approval of Strategic Plan 2025
County Council
Council will hold a public hearing for Bylaw 1728-24, a Land Use Bylaw amendment, and then consider first reading of Bylaw 1729-24. The meeting includes decisions on multiple policy updates (agriculture, snowplowing, payments, public participation), funding requests for the Festival of Lights, a speed trailer, and the seed cleaning plant, as well as approval of the 2025 Strategic Plan. Council will also receive reports and enter an in-camera session for legal advice.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 1728-24 Land Use Bylaw amendment at 1:00 pm
- First reading of Bylaw 1729-24 Land Use Bylaw amendment
- Request for Decision on Festival of Lights 2024 funding
- Request for Decision on purchase of speed trailer
- Request for Decision on County of Stettler Seed Cleaning Plant funding assistance
County Council
The County Council is reviewing two repair options for an inoperable C-104 CAT 14M Motor Grader following an engine failure. Council must decide between a full refurbish and rebuild or a partial engine replacement.
- Option 1: Complete refurbish and rebuild for $588,000.00
- Option 2: Installation of a CAT Reman Engine for $64,478.95
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss the draft Tax Incentive Bylaw, Gadsby sewer hook-ups, and a salt shed tender. They will also review the Community Investment Program Policy and the Water and Wastewater Bylaw. An in-camera session is scheduled for confidential matters.
- Review of draft Tax Incentive Bylaw
- Discussion of Gadsby sewer hook-ups
- Review of Water and Wastewater Bylaw
- Review of Community Investment Program Policy
- Salt shed tender discussion
Agriculture Service Board
The Agricultural Services Board will hear a delegation from Grant Lastiwka on winter feeding preparations and consider a Request for Decision on the Capital Purchase Plan and Budget. They will also vote on a sponsorship request from the Palliser Grazing Club and rescheduling the October board meeting. Several correspondence items on invasive species, crop reports, and conference updates will be received for information.
- Delegation from Grant Lastiwka on winter feeding preparations
- Memo and decision on Capital Purchase Plan and Budget
- Request for Decision: Palliser Grazing Club Sponsorship Request
- Request for Decision: rescheduling of October Agricultural Service Board meeting
- Correspondence includes Strychnine info, wild boar regulation letter, and Dutch elm disease notice
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider development permits for Bardwell and Logic Energy, as well as a subdivision file for Elines Energy Ltd. The body will also review referrals regarding the Red Willow Colony and bylaws from the Village of Big Valley and Town of Stettler.
- DP 24074 (Bardwell): Proposed detached dwelling and ancillary building with a height variance request
- DP 24077 (Logic Energy): Development permit review
- SUB 2024-14 (Elines Energy Ltd.): Subdivision file review
- NRCB Application RA24035: Red Willow Colony proposal
- Town of Stettler Bylaw 2176-24: Proposed amendment to the Offsite Levy Bylaw
County Council
The County of Stettler No. 6 council will hold a regular meeting on September 11, 2024, to address several requests for decision, including the sale of lots in Endiang and Botha, a marina cleanup, Gadsby sewer connections, a grader rebuild, and a protective services enforcement vehicle purchase. A delegation from Buffalo Lake Meadows will present a community project. Council will also give first reading to Bylaw 1728-24, a Land Use Bylaw amendment, and receive routine financial and committee reports.
- Bylaw 1728-24: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for first reading and public hearing date setting
- Request for Decision: Sale of lot in Endiang
- Request for Decision: Sale of lot in Botha
- Request for Decision: Grader Rebuild
- Request for Decision: Protective Services Enforcement Vehicle Purchase
Agriculture Service Board
The Agricultural Services Board will consider requests for decision on six updated policies (AG 3.07–3.12) covering virulent blackleg, soil conservation, equipment use, water management projects, grazing right of ways, and the Animal Health Act. The board will also discuss drought assistance, review livestock bylaw updates, and receive correspondence on moisture conditions and program changes. An in-camera session will cover a wild boar update.
- Request for decision on Policy AG 3.07 – Control of Virulent Blackleg
- Request for decision on Policy AG 3.08 – Soil Conservation
- Request for decision on Policy AG 3.09 – Use of Equipment
- Request for decision on Policy AG 3.10 – Water Management Projects
- Request for decision on Policy AG 3.11 – Grazing Right of Ways
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application for a sea-can as an ancillary building at 9 Pony Drive (DP 24070), review three subdivision applications (Hayden, Carlson, Clarke), and discuss a referral from the Town of Stettler regarding Land Use Bylaw amendment Bylaw 2175-24. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a departmental report.
- DP 24070 (Cardell): Application for a sea-can ancillary building at 9 Pony Dr, Rochon Sands Estates
- SUB 2024-11 (Hayden): Subdivision application for review
- SUB 2024-12 (Carlson): Subdivision application for review
- SUB 2024-13 (Clarke): Subdivision application for review
- Referral from Town of Stettler – Bylaw 2175-24 to amend Land Use Bylaw
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss strategic planning for 2025 and a six-month review of the current strategic plan. The session includes reviews of several administrative and public works policies, as well as updates on tax incentives and local infrastructure.
- Review of Policy PW 2.28 regarding snowplowing service standards
- Review of Policy PW 2.29 regarding grading or snowplowing services to private property
- Discussion on a grader rebuild
- Update on Draft Tax Incentive Bylaw
- Review of Policy CN 1.03 regarding Council Service Recognition
County Council
This regular meeting includes a public hearing at 1:00 pm for Bylaw 1724-24, an amendment to the Land Use Bylaw. Council will also decide on several items: the 2024 tax sale date, three water hook-up requests, a policy update on tangible capital assets, and a purchase offer for a lot in Erskine. Bylaws up for readings include road closures and a new fee bylaw (1727-24). Various reports and committee updates are also on the agenda.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 1724-24 (Land Use Bylaw amendment) at 1:00 pm
- Request for Decision on 2024 Tax Sale Date
- Water hook-up requests: SE 2-40-19-W4, NW 23-41-19-W4, SW 13-40-20-W4
- Bylaw 1727-24: Fee Bylaw for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd readings
- Bylaw 1711-23: Road Closure Bylaw for 2nd and 3rd readings
County Council
This is a special meeting of the County of Stettler No. 6 Council called by the Reeve. The only agenda item is an in-camera session to discuss a code of conduct matter under FOIPPA Section 19 (confidential evaluations). No other business is scheduled.
- In-camera discussion of Code of Conduct under FOIPPA Section 19
Committee of the Whole
The County of Stettler No. 6 Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss cyber security updates, including device processes and CIRA Cyber Awareness Training, and to receive a delegation from RMA Insurance at 11:30 am. In the afternoon, the committee will consider a water hook-up request and review several rural waterline extension projects, including Gadsby Rural #2 and #3, Wolf Hill, Trestle Estates, Buffalo Sands, Gadsby Hutterite Colony, and Liberal Road.
- Delegation from RMA Insurance at 11:30 am
- Water hook-up request
- Rural waterline extension projects: Gadsby Rural #2, Gadsby Rural #3, Wolf Hill, Trestle Estates, Buffalo Sands, Gadsby Hutterite Colony, Liberal Road
- Update on device processes and conversion to OneDrive
- CIRA Cyber Awareness Training
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit for a mobile mechanical home business. The body will also review two subdivision files and a Ducks Unlimited easement.
- DP 24064: Home Business (Mobile Mechanical Services) for Casey Penner
- SUB 2024-09: Subdivision file for Penner
- SUB 2024-10: Subdivision file for Unruh
- Ducks Unlimited Easement (NE 2-35-16-W4)
Agriculture Service Board
The Agricultural Services Board is meeting to make decisions on 12 different policies ranging from vegetation and pest control to water management. The board will also hear a delegation from the Stettler Ag Society.
- Decision on Policy AG 3.02 – Vegetation Control
- Decision on Policy AG 3.04 – Tree Acquisition
- Decision on Policy AG 3.05 – Wild Boar Control
- Decision on Policy AG 3.10 – Water Management Projects
- Delegation from Marj Savage of the Stettler Ag Society
County Council
The County of Stettler No. 6 is holding a special council meeting. The agenda consists of a single item regarding the Code of Conduct.
- Code of Conduct discussion
County Council
The County of Stettler Council is reviewing several policy updates, including council benefits and health and safety programs. The agenda also includes multiple readings for the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw and a procedural bylaw. Additionally, the council will consider an amendment to the Land Use Bylaw.
- Bylaw 1725-24: 2024 Tax Rate (1st, 2nd, and 3rd Readings)
- Bylaw 1724-24: Amendment to the Land Use Bylaw
- Policy amendments for Council Benefits and Health & Safety Program
- Request for decision on Cemetery Funding
- Appointment of Councillor Justin Stevens as Deputy Reeve
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission reviewed several development permit applications and subdivision files. Decisions included approvals for a manufactured home in Big Valley, a home business in Botha-Gadsby, and various subdivisions. The commission also approved a waiver for a conservation easement notice period.
- Approved DP 23106 (manufactured home) in Big Valley subject to cladding and drainage conditions
- Approved DP 24031 (Byemoor Hutterite Colony) with construction and permit requirements
- Approved DP 24040 (home business) in Botha-Gadsby with signage and hour restrictions
- Approved subdivision SUB 2024-07 (Marshall) involving right-of-way agreements
- Approved waiving the notice period for the Ducks Unlimited Canada Conservation Easement
Committee of the Whole
The Committee will review a Health & Safety Program Update and address several requests for information. Agenda items include cemetery funding, Boehlke’s Pond, and policy reviews for utility crossings and tangible capital assets.
- Health & Safety Program Update
- Information requests regarding Cemetery Funding and Boehlke’s Pond
- Review of ASB Resolutions and Wild Boar Bylaw
- Policy reviews for Utility Crossing and Tangible Capital Assets
- Discussion on physician recruitment and retention
County Council
The County Council is reviewing several policy updates, including rules for council vehicle use and gift acceptance. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the closure of part of Bayview Street and a third reading for the Water and Wastewater Bylaw.
- Public hearing for road closure on part of Bayview Street (Bylaw 1722-24)
- Third reading of the Water and Wastewater Bylaw (Bylaw 1723-24)
- Decisions on policies for council vehicle use and gift acceptance
- Funding requests from Buffalo Lake South Shore Reserve
- RFP award for Station One Renovation Design
County Council
The meeting includes reviews of the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw and a revised 2024 budget. Council will also consider requests regarding dust control, water hook-ups, and a septic waste hauling contract. Delegations from STARS Air Ambulance and the RCMP are scheduled to attend.
- Awarding septic waste hauling contract for Buffalo Lake area to Sutton Septic Service
- First, second, and third readings of Bylaw 1721-24 (2024 Tax Rate)
- Approval of the revised 2024 budget
- Bylaw 1723-24 regarding water and wastewater
- Road closure for a 30m portion of Bayview Street
County Council
The County of Stettler No. 6 Council will review the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw and a revised 2024 budget. The agenda includes requests for decisions regarding dust control, tax cancellations, and water hook-up requests. Delegations from STARS Air Ambulance and the RCMP are also scheduled to attend.
- Bylaw 1721-24: 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw
- Approval of the Revised 2024 Budget
- Bylaw 1723-24: Water and Wastewater Bylaw
- Road closure for a 30m portion of Bayview Street
- Request to approve fire purchase
County Council
The County of Stettler Council will review the 2023 financial audit and consider appointing a new auditor for 2024. The meeting also includes decisions on water hook-up requests, land lease tenders, and several policy updates.
- Approval of Financial Statements
- Appointment of the 2024 Auditor
- NRCB Referral regarding a Confined Feeding Operation
- Laneway Naming in the Hamlet of Gadsby
- Policy updates for equipment usage and disposal of culverts and grader blades
County Council
The Council is reviewing proposals to update the value of land used to calculate reserve contributions for subdivisions. One proposal suggests a flat rate of $2,692 per acre for agricultural lands, while another offers specific rates for different electoral areas. The meeting also includes discussions on the 2023 financial audit and the appointment of a new auditor.
- Proposed land values for subdivision reserve contributions
- Review of the 2023 County of Stettler Financial Audit
- Appointment of the 2024 Auditor
- NRCB Referral regarding a Confined Feeding Operation
- Laneway naming in the Hamlet of Gadsby
County Council
The County Council will hold public hearings regarding two Land Use Bylaw amendments. The agenda also includes decisions on several development permit applications for sand, gravel, and mineral extraction. Additionally, council will review various tenders for equipment and infrastructure projects.
- Public hearings for Land Use Bylaw amendments 1719-24 and 1720-24
- Development permit applications for sand, gravel, and mineral extraction
- Tenders for 4WD trucks, a fire department SUV, and a paving project
- Appointment of inspectors for the Weed Act, Soil Conservation Act, and Agricultural Pests Act
- Tender award for Gadsby Waterline Upgrades
County Council
The County of Stettler Council is reviewing several requests for decision, including the 2024 budget and a regional initiative to promote the area as 'filming friendly.' Discussions also include streetlight improvements in Erskine and applications for provincial credits.
- Approval of the 2024 Budget
- Application for PERC and DIRC credits totaling $140,800.03
- Erskine Streetlight improvements via the Rural Development Fund
- Regional 'Filming Friendly' promotion proposal
- Bylaw 1706-23: Fire Protection Bylaw (3rd Reading)