St. Paul public meetings in 2021
61 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will meet to adopt the agenda and previous minutes, discuss board vacancies, and receive department reports on parks, the aquatic centre, and golf course operations. The agenda includes routine items and updates, with no major decisions listed for this meeting.
- Seeking two Town members-at-large for board vacancies; deadline December 31, 2021
- Golf course report: 30,000+ rounds played, 289 members, membership fee increase approved
- Department reports on parks, aquatic centre, and golf course maintenance
- Next meeting scheduled for January 19, 2022
Regular Council
St. Paul council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 2021-13 to reclassify drive-in businesses and restaurants from discretionary to permitted use in the C2 General Commercial District, and will consider several requests for decisions, including the 2022 interim operating budget, a property tax penalty waiver, and agreements with Lakeland Connect and Go East Marketing. The meeting also includes reports from the CAO and the St. Paul/Elk Point Economic Development Alliance, plus a closed session for business and land matters.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2021-13: reclassify 'Drive-In Business' and 'Drive-In Restaurant' from Discretionary to Permitted Use in C2 District
- 2022 Interim Operating Budget request for decision
- Request to waive property tax penalties for Roll# 1606
- Lakeland Connect: Agreement request for decision
- Go East Marketing: Regional Membership request for decision
FCSS Advisory Board
This is a routine FCSS Advisory Board meeting covering standard procedural items: adopting the agenda and previous minutes, receiving the director's report, and discussing old and new business. The only substantive items are the FCSSAA 2021 AGM resolution results and updates on honorariums and addresses. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- FCSSAA 2021 AGM resolution results
- Honorariums and address updates
- FCSS Director's Report
- Next meeting set for January 18, 2022
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council is meeting to consider several decisions, including a Land Use Bylaw text amendment (first reading), golf course fees, community grant funding, and participation in the Alberta Operating Reserves Program. The agenda also includes department reports, a briefing on the available debt limit, and correspondence, including a letter about the Alberta Provincial Police Services Transition Study. A closed session is scheduled for personnel and agreement matters.
- Bylaw 2021-13: Land Use Bylaw Text Amendment - 1st Reading
- Golf Course Fees
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-05
- Alberta Operating Reserves Program
- Available Debt Limit briefing
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss updates on parks and facilities, including a five-year capital budget review, an energy assessment for CAP and Clancy arenas and the curling rink, and potential changes to golf course fees. The board will also consider renewing board member terms and advertising vacancies as per Bylaw #1245.
- Five-year capital plan review with projects like playgrounds ($125K-$150K), pool slide ($70K), and outdoor rink ($435K)
- Energy assessment for CAP, Clancy, and Curling Rink
- JC Ball Park grandstands discussion
- Recreation Board Bylaw #1245 - renewal of board member terms and advertising vacancies
- Golf course fees review (2021 rates compared to other communities)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to consider the draft budget. The budget discussion will occur in a closed session, citing FOIP sections on advice from officials and disclosure harmful to economic interests. The agenda contains no other substantive public business.
- Closed session to discuss draft budget (FOIP Sections 24 and 25)
- Draft budget review
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to discuss administrative matters and review three resolutions submitted for the FCSSAA Annual General Meeting. The resolutions address the digital divide, equitable funding for rural housing and homelessness, and direct assistance during states of emergency. The board will consider these items for discussion and potential support.
- Resolution 2021-01: Advocate for equitable internet and cellular service in Alberta
- Resolution 2021-02: Advocate for equitable access to housing and homelessness funding for rural municipalities
- Resolution 2021-03: Request suspension of regulation prohibiting direct food and social assistance during emergencies
- Next meeting scheduled for December 7, 2021
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Regular Council meeting on November 8, 2021 includes a delegation from Enel X about the AESO Operating Reserves Program, and decisions on several items: library board appointments, a speed limit change, tax penalty waivers, community grant funding, an MCSnet GigAir network request, and an ACP grant application. The agenda also includes administrative reports, briefings on audit planning, staff Christmas gift cards, and vagrancy/loitering, plus a closed session for land, personnel, and legal matters.
- Enel X delegation on AESO Operating Reserves Program at 7:30 p.m.
- Request for speed limit change
- Tax penalty waiver for Roll 3000
- Community grant funding request under CS1200-05
- MCSnet GigAir 60GHz network request
Organizational
The Town of St. Paul's organizational meeting will swear in elected officials, elect a deputy mayor by random draw, and decide on council benefits, meeting dates, solicitors, and auditors. It also includes staff introductions and procedural items for the new council term.
- Swearing-in ceremony and oath of office for elected officials
- Election of Deputy Mayor via digital name generator for six terms through October 2025
- Proposed Annual General Meeting on May 18, 2022 at 7 p.m. at the Recreation Centre
- Appointment of Brownlee LLP, RMRF, and Alberta Counsel as solicitors
- Appointment of JMD Group LLP as auditors; 2020 audit fees totaled $33,600 for the town
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on October 12, 2021, includes a presentation from MCSnet about expanding its high-speed GigAir wireless network using town sites, and a request for decision on a community grant funding request. Council will also consider cancelling two Committee of the Whole meetings and reallocating funding for 57 Street. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and reports from the CAO and councillors.
- MCSnet presentation proposing to add 2-3 town sites (e.g., aquatic center, arenas) for network expansion
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-05
- 57 Street: Reallocating Funding
- Cancel Committee of the Whole meetings on October 14 and November 18, 2021
- Closed meeting session (Section 197 of Municipal Government Act)
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and previous minutes. Under new business, the board will discuss a grant submission for The Nest Project and a funding request from A Solid Start. The meeting also includes old business on Knights of Columbus Christmas Hampers and setting the next meeting date.
- Knights of Columbus Christmas Hampers (old business)
- The Nest Project Grant Submission
- A Solid Start - Christal Brodziak - Request for Funding
- Next meeting: November 9, 2021
Regular Council
The St. Paul Town Council will consider several decisions, including a 5-year capital budget, storm water management options for the west side, a peace officer services agreement, and a community grant funding request. They will also discuss updates on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and the Restrictions Exemption Program for town facilities. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and department reports.
- 5 Year Capital Budget
- Storm Water Management Options - West Side of Town
- Peace Officer Services Agreement
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-05
- Update on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive an Occupational Health and Safety presentation covering the 2021 COR recertification audit, safety management system improvements, incident reporting, and WCB performance. Council will also consider a proclamation recognizing Alberta Development Officers Week from September 19-25, 2021. The meeting includes a closed session.
- OHS presentation: 2021 COR recertification audit score of 88%, potential 5% WCB premium discount
- Safety management system improvements: simplified incident reporting, web-based system
- Incident data: 43 total incidents in 2020, 23 from January to August 2021
- Proclamation for Alberta Development Officers Week, September 19-25, 2021
- Closed meeting session under Section 197 of the Municipal Government Act
Parks and Recreation Board
The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss updates on the Clancy Arena opening, an MCCAC grant for the Aquatic Centre, Kendlestick Playground installation, and Iron Horse and overnight campgrounds. They will also receive department reports on parks, aquatic centre, golf course, and campgrounds.
- Update on Clancy Arena opening (September 10, 2021)
- Aquatic Centre - MCCAC grant discussion
- Kendlestick Playground installation update
- Iron Horse Campground and Overnight Campground update
- Department reports: Parks & Facilities, Aquatic Centre, Golf Course, Campground
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Regular Council meeting on September 13, 2021, includes a public hearing for Bylaw 2021-12 (Repeal Bylaw - Round 3) and a delegation from the St. Paul Animal Shelter requesting financial assistance. Council will also consider several new policies, including a Social Media Policy and a Film Friendly Community Policy, and a request to provide municipal enforcement services to the County of St. Paul. The meeting includes a closed session for land and legal matters.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2021-12: Repeal Bylaw - Round 3
- St. Paul Animal Shelter delegation requesting financial assistance
- New Social Media Policy (HR 119-01)
- Municipal Enforcement Service to County of St. Paul
- New Film Friendly Community Policy (STEP 100-01)
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to review its director's report, correspondence, and old business. The main item is a letter from the Knights of Columbus transferring the Christmas Hamper Campaign to the Town of St. Paul's FCSS department, with promised monetary and volunteer support. The board will also set its next meeting date for October 12, 2021.
- Knights of Columbus letter transferring Christmas Hamper Campaign 2021 (and beyond) to FCSS
- Knights of Columbus pledges monetary and volunteer support for the campaign
- Correspondence names Grand Knight Eric Germain as contact
- Next meeting scheduled for October 12, 2021
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and previous minutes, hear the FCSS Director's Report, and review correspondence, including a newsletter from the FCSSAA board meeting. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or public hearings listed.
- FCSS Director's Report
- FCSSAA Board Meeting Newsletter (June 18, 2021)
- Next meeting date: September 7, 2021
Regular Council
Council will decide whether to give staff a paid holiday on September 30 for Truth and Reconciliation or keep staff working and focus on education. The agenda also includes several election-related decisions, including pay for poll workers and a drive-through poll, plus a community grant request and rescinding old policies.
- September 30 Truth and Reconciliation: option to add paid holiday (~$17,500 full-time, $3,600 part-time) or educational program
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-05
- Rescind old Town Policies
- Remuneration for Poll Workers
- Election 2021: Drive-through poll
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Regular Council meeting on August 9, 2021, includes decisions on skate park fencing, community grant funding, new policies for confidentiality and development permits, and first reading of a bylaw to repeal certain bylaws. Council will also receive reports from the CAO, economic development input, and a year-to-date budget briefing. The agenda includes correspondence and a closed session.
- Skate Park Southside Fencing request for decision
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-05 policy
- Proposed HR 118-01: Confidentiality Policy (New)
- Proposed PD 1706-01: Development Permit Application Package Policy (New)
- Proposed Bylaw 2021-12: Repeal Bylaw - Round 3 (1st Reading)
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will hold a public hearing on proposed Bylaw 2021-11, which would amend the Land Use Bylaw to delete and replace Section 4.23 (Relocation of Buildings) and change 'Oilfield Support Services' from not allowed to Discretionary Use in the Industrial District. Council will also consider several requests for decisions, including development permit fees for outdoor patios, municipal election candidates, hot tub repairs, dog park survey results, and RCMP wage negotiation costs. The agenda includes numerous administrative reports and briefings, as well as a closed meeting session.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2021-11: Land Use Bylaw text amendments (Section 4.23 and Oilfield Support Services)
- Request for Decision: Development Permit fee for Annual Outdoor Patios
- Request for Decision: Municipal Election 2021 and Registered Candidates
- Request for Decision: Hot tub repairs
- Request for Decision: Survey Results: Dog Park Location
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for rebuilding a deck at 4634-46 Avenue, granting a variance to the front-yard setback. The decision includes conditions on construction, drainage, and maintenance. The meeting also adopted the agenda and previous minutes.
- Approved Development Permit 024-21 for 4634-46 Avenue (Lot 11, Block 3, Plan 1873HW) to rebuild a deck with a wheelchair-accessible ramp
- Granted front-yard setback variance from 7.5m to 4.76m (37% reduction)
- Conditions include compliance with Land Use Bylaw sections on nuisances, drainage, and utility easements
- Construction must be completed within 5 years of building permit issuance
Parks and Recreation Board
The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss new business including dog park location options, golf course water issues, and opening dates for Clancy and CAP facilities. They will also receive department reports on parks, golf, aquatic centre, and campgrounds. The agenda includes updates on the CAP/Clancy Arena lighting project and a rescheduled fireworks event.
- Dog park location public input with 7 options, submissions due July 23, 2021
- Golf course drought: severe dry conditions, water rationing, 5-6 weeks of water storage
- Hot tub at St. Paul Aquatic Centre: leak repairs ongoing
- Fireworks rescheduled to Saturday, September 4, 2021
- Skateboard park fencing discussion
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including adopting the agenda and previous minutes. The main substantive item is a grant application from the Peoples' Museum Society of St. Paul & District under old business, along with the FCSS Director's Report. The next meeting is scheduled for August 24, 2021.
- Peoples' Museum Society of St. Paul & District grant application review
- FCSS Director's Report
- Adoption of agenda and previous minutes
- Next meeting set for August 24, 2021
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Regular Council meeting on July 12, 2021, includes a delegation on crime statistics, several requests for decisions on items like tax penalties, signing authority, community grants, garbage bins, and a joint feasibility study, plus a closed session. The agenda also includes adoption of previous minutes and various reports.
- Delegation: Staff Sergeant Greg Stannard presents June 2021 municipal crime stats
- Request for decision: Removal of tax penalties on Roll Number 2600
- Request for decision: Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-04
- Request for decision: Second garbage bin option for rate payers
- Request for decision: Joint Feasibility Study
Regular Council
The St. Paul Town Council is meeting to consider several decisions, including revisions to the Community Grant Funding Policy, amendments to the 2021 Capital Budget, and selecting a location for a dog park. They will also discuss amending an Area Structure Plan, applying for FCM funding for asset management, and receive department reports and briefings, including on Upper Therien Lake.
- Community Grant Funding Policy revision
- Amendments to the 2021 Capital Budget
- Dog Park location decision
- Amending the Area Structure Plan area
- FCM Funding for next step in Asset Management
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and previous minutes, receiving the FCSS Director's report, and considering a grant application from the Peoples' Museum Society of St. Paul & District. The agenda also includes correspondence from the FCSSAA board meeting for information. The next meeting is scheduled for July 20, 2021.
- Grant application from Peoples' Museum Society of St. Paul & District (item 6.1)
- FCSS Directors Report (item 5.1)
- FCSSAA Board Meeting Highlights from May 14, 2021 (item 7.1)
- Next meeting date: July 20, 2021 (item 8.1)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss returning to in-person council meetings with continued live streaming, including potential costs for partitions and equipment. They will also receive a presentation on an Area Structure Plan from ISL Engineering. The agenda includes a closed session, but no decisions are listed for this meeting.
- Presentation by David Schoor, ISL Engineering, on Area Structure Plan
- Discussion on returning to in-person meetings with live streaming
- Potential costs: partitions (quote TBD), live streaming $85 for first 2 hours, $55 per hour after, equipment rental $500/month
- Closed meeting session under Section 197 of the Municipal Government Act
Parks and Recreation Board
The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss new business including Canada Day celebrations, a playground upgrade at Kendelstick Park with a $104,999.83 quote, a lighting project at CAP/Clancy Arena, and a basketball court at Lagasse Park. They will also receive department reports on parks, golf course, aquatic centre, and campground operations.
- Kendelstick Park playground: $104,999.83 quote from Park N Play Design for equipment, installation, and safety surfacing
- Canada Day event July 1 at St. Paul Rec. Centre with scavenger hunt, car show, food trucks, fireworks
- Memorial bench at Golf Course - RFD to Council
- Lighting project at CAP/Clancy Arena
- Basketball court at Lagasse Park
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 2021-10 to rezone about 20 acres of the E 1/2 of NW 3-58-9-W4M (4901-38 Street) from Controlled Urban Development (CUD) to General Commercial District (C2). Council will also consider several decisions, including a joint fire services agreement, community grant funding, a memorial bench at the golf course, a refund on a development permit, first reading of Bylaw 2021-11 (text amendments to the Land Use Bylaw), and participation in Lac La Biche County's Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. The agenda includes briefings on a lane closure, the town website, unauthorized developments on town-owned lands, and a flooding issue on a west end property.
- Public hearing at 7:30 p.m. for Bylaw 2021-10 rezoning E 1/2 of NW 3-58-9-W4M from CUD to C2 (General Commercial)
- Joint Fire Services Agreement decision
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-04
- Bylaw 2021-11: Land Use Bylaw Text Amendments - 1st Reading
- Request for refund on Development Permit 012-21
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission voted to recommend proposed Land Use Bylaw text amendments to Council, covering relocation of buildings and allowing oilfield services as a discretionary use in industrial districts. The commission also approved a development permit for rebuilding a deck at 4301-45 Avenue, granting a variance to the rear yard setback. The meeting was largely procedural, with agenda and previous minutes adopted as presented.
- Recommended Bylaw 2021-XX to Council: amends Section 4.23 on relocation of buildings, adds conditions like inspections and security deposits, and changes Oilfield Support Services to discretionary use in Industrial District (M)
- Approved Development Permit 014-21 for 4301-45 Avenue: rebuild existing deck with 28% rear yard setback variance (7.5m reduced to 5.4m)
- Deck permit conditions include compliance with site plan, lot coverage limit of 50%, and general regulations on maintenance and drainage
Regular Council
St. Paul Town Council is meeting to decide on several items, including a proposed land use bylaw amendment to rezone part of a property from Controlled Urban Development to General Commercial, revised workplace policies, and a community grant request. They will also hear a presentation from ATCO Electric about converting streetlights to LED, which is estimated to save about $12,500 annually. The agenda includes routine reports and correspondence, plus a closed session for confidential matters.
- Proposed Bylaw 2021-10: Rezone E 1/2 of NW 3-58-9-W4M from CUD to C2 (General Commercial) - 1st reading
- ATCO LED conversion proposal: estimated annual savings of $12,509.88 on streetlight billing
- Revised policies: Fit for Duty, Harassment/Bullying/Violence/Discrimination, Drugs and Alcohol in the Workplace
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-04
- Letter of support for St. Paul Child Care Society CFEP Grant
Parks and Recreation Board
The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board will meet to discuss and potentially decide on several items, including the 2021 Parks and Recreation budget, a 5-year capital plan, and upgrades to Kendelstick Park. They will also hear from a delegation from Step Economic Development and consider a memorial bench at the golf course, a youth council lock project, and reports from department heads.
- 2021 Parks and Recreation Budget review
- Parks and Recreation Goals & Priorities: 5 Year Plan
- Kendelstick Park playground upgrade (4309 – 43rd Avenue)
- St. Paul Youth Council Lock Project proposal
- Memorial bench at the Golf Course
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and previous minutes, and receiving the FCSS Director's report. They will discuss old business on the Multicultural Grant and recap the Northeast Regional Spring Gathering from May 14. The agenda is largely procedural, with most substantive items being informational updates from the FCSSAA newsletter.
- Multicultural Grant discussion under old business
- Recap of Northeast Regional Spring Gathering (May 14)
- FCSS Director's report
- May 2021 FCSSAA Newsletter for information
- Next meeting scheduled for June 22, 2021
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on May 10, 2021 will consider several decisions, including the second and third reading of the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw, traffic safety initiatives, a park playground project, and an interactive sidewalk painting project. Council will also receive a CAO report, a donation letter, and correspondence regarding RCMP support. The meeting includes a closed session.
- Bylaw #2021-08: 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw (2nd and 3rd Reading)
- Traffic Safety Initiatives
- Park Playground
- Interactive Sidewalk Painting Project
- Letter from Giftfunds Canada - Donation to Champions for Change
Special Council
The Town of St. Paul Special Council meeting on May 5, 2021, is holding a public hearing on Bylaw 2021-09, which would rezone approximately 4 acres of Lot 1A, Plan 0020174 at 6005-50 Avenue from Residential Medium Density (R2) to General Commercial (C2). The hearing includes delegations from the developer and supporters, and numerous written submissions both in favor and opposed. Council will also consider a request for decision on signing authority for the Chief Financial Officer.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2021-09: rezoning 4 acres at 6005-50 Avenue from R2 to C2
- Delegations from STEP Alliance, Dentons LLP, and developer Terry Allen
- Over 40 public responses received, with many opposed and some in favor
- Request for decision on signing authority for Chief Financial Officer
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on April 26, 2021 will consider several key decisions, including the 2021 operating and capital budgets, the 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw (first reading), and the location of an outdoor recreation facility. Council will also hear a presentation on the 2020 audited financial statements and consider a community grant funding request. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings and various department reports.
- 2021 Operating Budget and 2021 Capital Budget decisions
- Bylaw #2021-08: 2021 Tax Rate Bylaw (1st Reading)
- Outdoor Recreation Facility Location decision
- Property North of Soccer Fields/Campground decision
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-04
Special Council
The Town of St. Paul council is holding a special meeting to consider the 2021 operating budget. The agenda includes a request for decisions on the budget, followed by a closed session. The meeting is being held electronically and livestreamed.
- 2021 Operating Budget decision
- Closed meeting session under Municipal Government Act Section 197
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss formalizing its advisory role, review results from a community survey on recreation priorities, and consider a $435,025 quote for an outdoor recreation facility. They will also address updates on the baseball diamond, Canada Day fireworks, campground opening, and a rodeo exemption request.
- Outdoor Recreation Facility quote: $435,025 total, including concrete slab ($217,000), lighting ($51,000), pickleball setups ($6,250), and dashers ($108,000)
- Community survey results: 88.64% support for a multi-season outdoor recreation facility; top priority is walking path/trail systems
- Formalizing advisory role: proposed process for Parks and Recreation Board recommendations on capital projects
- Rodeo event exemption request and guidance for April 14
- Canada Day fireworks and Tourism Center/Campground opening updates
Special Council
The Town of St. Paul is holding a special council meeting to consider and potentially adopt the 2021 operating budget. The agenda includes a request for decisions on the budget, followed by a closed session. No other substantive items are listed.
- 2021 Operating Budget decision
- Closed meeting session under Municipal Government Act Section 197
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will receive two presentations: a quarterly community policing report from Staff Sergeant Greg Stannard and a 2020 assessment presentation from Accurate Assessment Group Ltd. The policing report covers crime statistics and community priorities, while the assessment presentation reviews property values and market changes. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for information and discussion.
- RCMP report: property crime up 20% year-over-year (Jan-Feb), driven by break-ins (up 82%) and mischief
- Total criminal code offences up 14% in Jan-Feb 2021 vs 2020
- 2020 total assessment decreased $24.6M (3%) to $856.5M from 2019
- Residential assessment down $9.5M (2%); non-residential down $10.7M (6%)
- New residential construction added $2.4M (0.5%) in 2020
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and previous minutes, hear the FCSS Director's report, discuss the North East Regional Spring Meeting, and review correspondence including FCSSAA Board meeting minutes and highlights. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.
- North East Regional Spring Meeting discussion
- FCSSAA Board Meeting Minutes and Highlights for March 5, 2021
- Next meeting date set for May 18, 2021
Special Council
The St. Paul Special Council meeting on April 13, 2021, is largely procedural, with no items for decision on the open agenda. The main substantive item is a closed session to discuss shortlisted applicants for the Chief Administrative Officer recruitment, citing privacy concerns under FOIP.
- Closed session: CAO recruitment shortlist (Section 17 FOIP)
- No requests for decisions on open agenda
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Regular Council meeting on April 12, 2021 includes public hearings, old business, and multiple requests for decisions. Key items include a supplementary assessment bylaw, a residential waste cart policy, a tender award for 57th Street, and a land use bylaw amendment. The meeting also features a delegation from Cornerstone Co-op about a petroleum rebate program.
- Bylaw 2021-07: Supplementary Assessment (2nd & 3rd/Final Reading)
- Creation of Residential Waste Cart Policy
- 57th Street Tender Award
- Bylaw 2021-09: Land Use Bylaw Amendment (R2 to C2) for Pt. of Lot 1A, Plan 0020174 - 1st Reading
- Agreements for Joint Twp Rd 582 and 57th Street Project
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for relocating a 1970 dwelling with additions at 5406-52 Avenue, waiving the bond requirement. They also directed the developer to finish the exterior by July 1, 2021, and asked staff to review the relocation of buildings section of the Land Use Bylaw for a possible amendment.
- Approved Development Permit 004-21 for 5406-52 Avenue (Lot 21, Block 45, Plan 3151MC)
- Waived bond requirement under Section 4.23.4 of Land Use Bylaw 2021-04
- Directed developer to complete exterior by July 1, 2021
- Directed staff to review Section 4.23 (Relocation of Buildings) for a bylaw amendment
Special Council
The Town of St. Paul Council is holding a public hearing to consider adopting Bylaw 2021-04, a new Land Use Bylaw that would replace the current one (Bylaw #1242). The hearing includes a delegation from Darryl Poirier regarding a specific property. No public submissions were received before the deadline, and utility agencies have expressed no concerns.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2021-04, the new Land Use Bylaw
- Delegation by Darryl Poirier for E 1/2 of NW 3-58-9-W4M (+/- 77.14 acres)
- Bylaw would repeal and replace Land Use Bylaw #1242
- Agency responses: APEX Utilities and TELUS have no concerns
- No phone calls or emails from residents or developers received
FCSS Advisory Board
This is a routine FCSS Advisory Board meeting with standard agenda items including adoption of agenda and minutes, old business, and a director's report. The board will also note correspondence about the Northeast Regional FCSSAA Spring Gathering and set the next meeting date. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- FCSS Director's Report
- Correspondence: Northeast Regional FCSSAA Spring Gathering
- Next meeting date: April 13, 2021
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on March 22, 2021 includes public hearings, old business, administration reports, and several requests for decisions. Council will consider rescinding a previous motion, approving a supplementary assessment bylaw, and funding requests. The agenda also includes a closed session for land matters.
- Public hearing: St. Paul Municipal Library 2020 Annual Report
- Public hearing: Lakeland MS Society delegation
- Request to rescind motion SM20200316.1004
- Supplementary Assessment Bylaw #2021-07 (1st reading)
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-04
Parks and Recreation Board
The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss new business including a high school rodeo proposal from the Ag Society and an overnight campground request, and to review department reports on parks, golf course, and aquatic centre operations. The agenda also includes follow-up on the finalized golf course logo and outdoor rink plans.
- St. Paul Ag Society High School Rodeo presentation by Andre Chamberland
- Overnight Campground request by Jeremy Blanchette
- Golf Course Logo finalized and to be reviewed
- Outdoor Rink update
- Parks and Facilities, Golf Course Manager, Golf Course Maintenance, and Aquatic Centre reports for February 2021
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss the recruitment of a new Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), including reviewing the job description and posting. The agenda also includes a closed session for land and human resources matters. No decisions are being made at this meeting; it is a discussion item.
- CAO recruitment: job description and posting review
- Closed session: land (FOIP section 16)
- Closed session: human resources (FOIP section 17)
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on March 8, 2021, includes a public hearing on a proposed amendment to the Municipal Development Plan (Bylaw 2021-05) regarding Section 3.4, and will consider final readings of the Emergency Management Bylaw (2021-06). Council will also decide on several administrative items, including a reimbursement policy, strategic plan policy, and waste cart orders. The agenda includes a closed session for land and RFP discussions.
- Public hearing at 7:30 p.m. for Bylaw 2021-05: MDP amendment to Section 3.4 (Local and Planned Development)
- Final readings of Bylaw 2021-06: Emergency Management
- Consider HR 107-02: Reimbursement and Expense Claims Policy (lifted from table)
- Ordering extra waste carts
- Formalizing advisory role of Parks and Recreation Board
Special Council
At this special meeting, the Town of St. Paul Council will review a list of approximately 100 proposed changes to Bylaw 2021-04, the Land Use Bylaw, compiled from Councillor Taylor's comments. Administration and a planner from ISL will provide input on best practices. Council may approve the changes, reject them, or recommend further modifications. If approved, the revised bylaw will be released for public comment at a future public hearing.
- Review of ~100 proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2021-04
- Discussion on combining similar uses (e.g., Entertainment Establishment and Commercial Entertainment Facility)
- Proposal to allow secondary suites in more residential zones (R1B, R2, R3)
- Potential consolidation of care facility uses (Assisted Care Housing, Family Care Facility, Group Care Facility, Supportive Living Facility)
- Updates to definitions (e.g., removing obsolete 'film processing establishments', adding electric vehicle charging stations)
Parks and Recreation Board
The Parks and Recreation Board will discuss the Aquatic Center update, review quotes for an outdoor rink from Omni Sports Inc. and Global Sport, and decide on closing dates for Clancy Arena and CAP Arena. They will also consider the 5-year capital plan and other new business.
- Outdoor rink quotes: Omni Sports Inc. $113,085.00 (dasher boards and puck containment), Global Sport budget offer
- Clancy Arena closing date
- CAP Arena ball (likely closing date)
- Parks and Recreation Goals and Priorities - 5 Year Capital plan
- Highway electronic sign
FCSS Advisory Board
This is a routine FCSS Advisory Board meeting with standard procedural items. The board will hear the FCSS Director's report and receive correspondence, including the resignation of the Executive Director and the FCSSAA Board Report. No major decisions or public hearings are listed.
- Resignation of Executive Director
- FCSSAA Board Report
- Next meeting date: March 16, 2021
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul council will consider several bylaws and policies, including a Land Use Bylaw, an Emergency Management Bylaw, and a Voter ID Bylaw. They will also decide on a tender award for residential waste carts and a mutual fire aid agreement with Bonnyville. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving department reports.
- Bylaw 2021-04: Land Use Bylaw - 1st Reading
- Bylaw 2021-06: Emergency Management - 1st Reading
- Bylaw 2021-03: Voter ID Bylaw - 2nd/3rd & Final Readings
- Residential Waste Carts Tender Award
- Mutual Fire Aid Agreement with Bonnyville
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is discussing the draft 2020-2023 Strategic Plan, which was shaped by a December 2020 tele-townhall, and will make recommendations for finalization at the February 22 Regular Council Meeting. They are also reviewing community group funding and sports funding policies for discussion only, and considering a 2021 resident survey. The meeting is largely discussion-oriented, with no final decisions expected.
- Strategic Plan 2020-2023: six pillars including economic vitality, health & safety, organizational excellence, environmental stewardship, infrastructure, and relationships
- Community Group Funding and Sports Funding Policies: for discussion purposes only
- 2021 Resident Survey: for discussion
- Closed meeting session under Section 197 of the Municipal Government Act
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council is meeting to hold public hearings on two proposed land use bylaw amendments, decide on several administrative policies and requests, and receive budget variance reports. The agenda includes rezoning of properties on 51 Avenue from commercial to high-density residential, and another from institutional to highway commercial with a discretionary use for an indoor recreation facility. Council will also consider new and amended HR policies, a request to reopen all facilities, and a resident survey.
- Public hearing: Bylaw 2021-01 rezoning 5102-5118 51 Avenue from Highway Commercial (C2) to Residential High Density (R3)
- Public hearing: Bylaw 2021-02 rezoning Pt. of Lot C, Block 5, Plan 8220575 from Institutional (I) to Highway Commercial (C2) with indoor recreation facility use
- New policies: Leave of Absence (HR 114-01) and Drug, Alcohol and Substance Abuse (HR 117-01); amended Personnel Files Policy (HR 101-02)
- Request by Councillor deMoissac to reopen all facilities
- First reading of Bylaw 2021-05: Municipal Development Plan amendment
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Regular Council meeting on January 25, 2021 will consider several decisions, including a request to support fire first responders receiving the COVID-19 vaccine, first reading of a Voter ID Bylaw, and approval of furniture for the doctors' office. Council will also receive department reports, a briefing on the museum's acquisition of a rail building, and a tax auction briefing. The agenda includes a closed session for land and legal matters.
- Support for Fire First Responders COVID Vaccine
- Proposed Bylaw 2021-03: Voter ID Bylaw - 1st Reading
- Doctors Office Furniture
- Museum Acquisition of Rail Building
- Council Briefing - Tax Auction
Parks and Recreation Board
The St. Paul Parks and Recreation Board will discuss arena operating and closing dates, the likely cancellation of the 2021 Shiver Fest, and the outdoor rink update. They will also consider a bylaw for chairperson and vice-chairperson positions. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and reports from parks, golf course, and maintenance staff.
- Arena operating/closing dates discussion
- 2021 Shiver Fest likely cancellation
- Outdoor rink update from sub-committee
- Chairperson/Vice-Chairperson Bylaw 1245 review
- Golf membership sale: 130 memberships sold as of report
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is holding a routine meeting with standard procedural items: adopting the agenda and previous minutes, receiving the FCSS Director's report, and setting the next meeting date. The board will also welcome Rachel Bigelow and review the FCSS 2020 Annual Report for information. No decisions or substantive actions are listed on this agenda.
- Welcome to Rachel Bigelow
- FCSS 2020 Annual Report for review
- Next meeting set for February 16, 2021
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting to discuss several items, including proposed policies for community group and sports funding, a presentation on a regional HR framework, and an update on the STEP Economic Development Alliance. The funding policies are for discussion only and will return to the January 25 agenda for potential approval. The meeting also includes a delegation on a Métis history project and a discussion about the CAP Arena.
- Discussion of new Community Group Funding and Sports Funding Policies, including loan limits of $100,000 and 10-year terms
- Presentation on regional HR framework by P Walters Consulting Ltd., covering new policies like remote work and diversity
- Delegation on 'Restoring the History of St. Paul des Métis' project, funded by a $16,000 provincial grant
- STEP Economic Development Alliance presentation on hiring an Economic Development Officer
- Discussion of CAP Arena (for discussion purposes only)
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul council will consider first readings of two land-use bylaw amendments, several new human resources policies, and other administrative decisions. The agenda also includes a public hearing for a funding request from the Lakeland Cross Country Ski Club and a closed session on a land matter.
- Bylaw 2021-01: Rezone Lots 1A-5A, Block 13, Plan 0628448 from Highway Commercial (C2) to Residential High Density (R3) - 1st reading
- Bylaw 2021-02: Rezone Lot C, Block 5, Plan 8220575 from Institutional (I) to Highway Commercial (C2) with a discretionary use - 1st reading
- New policies: Probationary Period, General Holidays, Maternity and Parental Leave
- Community grant funding request from Lakeland Cross Country Ski Club (public hearing at 7:30 p.m.)
- Request for land by the Museum