Spirit River public meetings in 2023
9 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2023-12-18 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss a proposed interim capital budget for 2024-2027 and a review of the Town's recreational facility. The body is also considering the third and final reading of a tax installment payment plan bylaw.
- Third and final reading of Bylaw 997 Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP)
- 2024-2027 Proposed Interim Capital Budget
- Town of Spirit River Recreational Facility Review
- Northern Regional Economic Development Grant for 2024
- Request for additional Water for Life funding from Saddle Hills County
2023-12-04 Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Spirit River Council is meeting to discuss a Municipal Access Agreement with Canadian Fiber Optics and a proposed interim operating budget for 2024-2027. The meeting also includes the appointment of a new Deputy Mayor.
- Proposed Municipal Access Agreement with Canadian Fiber Optics for fiber optic installation
- 2024-2027 Proposed Interim Operating Budget
- Appointment of Denise Skoworodko as Deputy Mayor
- Per Diem Rates for Town representatives
- 2024 staff planning for Public Works and Richardson Pioneer Aquatic Centre
2023-11-21 Regular Council Meeting
Council will consider the third reading of a bylaw for a Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) and a new Citizen of the Year Award policy. The meeting includes presentations on a high-speed fiber network and the Central Peace Community Garden Park.
- Bylaw 997: Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) third and final reading
- Citizen of the Year Award Policy adoption
- Canadian Fiber Optics presentation on high speed fiber network
- Central Peace Community Garden Park first-year report
- NorthRiver NEBC Connector Project discussion
2023-11-06 Regular Council Meeting
The Town of Spirit River is discussing a partnership with Jandell Homes to provide modular housing on town-owned lots. Council is also reviewing financial reports and planning for community and staff holiday events.
- Proposed partnership with Jandell Homes for modular homes on lot 4516 46St and Sunset Drive lots
- Estimated partnership costs of $30,000 for the Town and $50,000 for Jandell Homes
- Donation request for the 2023 Poppy Campaign
- Proposed $3,000 budget for staff and Council Christmas celebrations
- Review of Bylaw 996 (Procedural Bylaw) and Bylaw 997 (Tax Installment Payment Plan)
2023-10-24 Organizational Meeting
The Town Council is meeting to elect the Mayor and appoint the Deputy Mayor for the coming term. The body will also review voting procedures, swear in the Mayor, and accept the reference summary for various council boards and committees.
- Election of the Mayor for the period of October 24, 2023 to October 2024
- Appointment of the Deputy Mayor
- Review and acceptance of the Reference Summary for Committees and Boards
- Discussion of Bylaw 996 Procedural Bylaw
- Determination of voting procedure (show of hands or secret ballot)
2023-10-16 Regular Council Meeting
Council is discussing the implementation of a Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) to allow monthly property tax payments. The body is also reviewing a proposal to recruit and reimburse training costs for new lifeguards for the 2024 season.
- Proposed Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP) bylaw for monthly property tax payments
- Proposed 'Become a Lifeguard' program with training reimbursements of $1,060 per candidate
- Discussion of the Animal Control Bylaw regarding licensing fees
- Planning for the 2023 Festival of Trees in collaboration with Village of Rycroft and MD of Spirit River
- Review of CAO, Public Works, and Bylaw Enforcement reports
2023-10-02 Regular Council Meeting
Council is discussing the extension of water services to the Petro Pass property line and potential collaboration with Rycroft and the MD of Spirit River for a Festival of Trees. The body is also reviewing financial reports for local organizations and animal license registrations.
- Proposed water service extension west of 52nd Street with a quote of $18,890.00 from Green Acres
- Proposed $750.00 corporate table purchase for the Friends of the Grande Spirit Foundation Harvest Dine & Dance
- Proposed $20,000.00 Operating Grant application to Saddle Hills County for the Agricultural Society and Curling Club
- Request for a Public Works employee to attend hydrant courses in Edmonton with an estimated cost of $1,850.00
- Review of Dog and Cat Registration lists
2023-09-18 Regular Council Meeting
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2023-09-05 Regular Council Meeting
Council will discuss updating animal control regulations to address dangerous dogs and impoundment. The meeting also includes a community policing update and a proposal for airport planning.
- Bylaw 992: Proposed Animal Control Bylaw regarding dangerous dogs, penalties, and licensing
- Bylaw 993: Non-Residential Development and Improvement Incentive Program
- Town Airport Planning and Facilitation Proposal from Global Airport Services
- Appointment of an auditor for 2023 to 2025
- Termination Agreement for the Grande Spirit Foundation Clause Option