Vulcan County public meetings in 2024

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meeting

The Vulcan County Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit extension request from Georgetown Solar Inc. for a solar project on multiple parcels. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and a development permit summary report.

• DP 74-2022 extension request – Georgetown Solar Inc. (N 5-21-25 W4, SE 5-21-25 W4, W 4-21-25 W4, E 8-21-25 W4)

County Council Meetings

Vulcan County Council will hold a public input session and hear delegations from FuturVille and Arrowwood Co-op. The regular agenda includes adoption of prior minutes, a Council Action List, and three administrative policies: Surplus Equipment and Vehicle Disposal, Appointment of Returning Officer, and Filming in Vulcan County. After open business, Council will move into a closed session to discuss nine items including a draft new Municipal Development Plan, a gravel stockpile agreement, an industrial park reservoir update, and regional water system terms, citing FOIP exceptions.

• Public input session at 10:00 a.m.
• Delegation from FuturVille (virtual) at 10:05 a.m.
• Delegation from Arrowwood Co-op at 10:30 a.m.
• Consideration of Surplus Equipment and Vehicle Disposal Policy 12-2208
• Discussion of Filming in Vulcan County Policy 12-1015

County Council Meetings

County Council will discuss the interim operating budget, capital plans, and 2025 public works equipment purchases. The body will also consider a community growth proposal from the Villages of Lomond and Milo.

• Interim Operating Budget and Capital Plans
• 2025 Public Works Capital Equipment Purchases
• Bylaw 2025-002 Fees for Service
• Bylaw 2025-001 Borrowing - Operating
• Community Growth Initiative proposal from the Village of Lomond & Village of Milo

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-023

Council holds a public hearing on Bylaw 2024-023 to amend the Land Use Bylaw for a portion of SE 23-21-25 W4. The proposal redesignates about 4.05 ha (10 acres) from Rural General (RG) to Small Holdings (SH) for a residential acreage with two dwellings. No adjacent landowners submitted responses; Telus expressed no concerns.

• Bylaw 2024-023 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 2020-028
• Redesignate SE 23-21-25 W4 (4.05 ha / 10 acres) from Rural General to Small Holdings
• Applicant Derek Mackenzie seeks subdivision for two dwellings, shared well, and septic tanks
• Public hearing with no responses from adjacent landowners; only Telus submitted 'no concerns'

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission will meet to review a concurrence request for an AltaLink telecommunications tower, three subdivision applications, and a development permit summary. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and may proceed to private deliberations as permitted by the Municipal Government Act.

• AltaLink Telecommunications Tower request for concurrence at NE 8-21-25 W4
• Subdivision Application 2024-0-143 - Foster at NE 32-19-25 W4
• Subdivision Application 2024-0-148 - Steiner at Block 1, Plan 9911886 & NW 30-18-24 W4
• Subdivision Application 2024-0-149 - Reimer at Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 9712060 & SW 17-15-24 W4 PT
• Development Permit Summary covering recent permits issued

County Council Meetings

Vulcan County Council will discuss rezoning land in Mackenzie and Wilson, along with amendments to emergency services remuneration and utility fees. The meeting includes a public hearing for Bylaw 2024-023.

• Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-023 (Mackenzie rezoning)
• Bylaw 2024-024 First Reading (Wilson rezoning)
• Bylaw 2024-025 Amendment to ICF Bylaw
• Bylaw 2024-026 Amendment to Fees for Services Bylaw
• Policy 21-1009 Emergency Services Personnel Remuneration

Agriculture Service Board

The Agriculture Service Board is meeting to review the 2025 interim budget and 20-year capital plan. The board is also considering the purchase of a vertical tillage machine.

• Approval of the 2025 Interim Budget and 20 Year Capital Plan
• Purchase of a Vertical Tillage Machine
• 2025 BMO Farm Family Nomination (Closed Meeting)

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications for single detached homes with setback waivers. The body will also hold elections for the MPC Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms.

• Development Permit Application 96-2024: Thompson Homes single detached home (Plan 0012103, Block 2, Lot 6) with setback waiver
• Development Permit Application 97-2024: Thompson Homes single detached home (Plan 0012103, Block 2, Lot 7) with setback waiver
• Election of MPC Chair (1-year term)
• Election of MPC Vice Chair (1-year term)
• Information item: ORRSC Periodical Fall 2024 regarding Home Occupations

County Council Meetings

County Council will discuss a first reading for the Mackenzie Land Use Bylaw Amendment and a third reading for an omnibus textual amendment. The body will also review the amended 2024 operating budget for Mossleigh Water Distributions and 3rd quarter reporting.

• Bylaw 2024-023: Land Use Bylaw Amendment - Mackenzie (First Reading)
• Bylaw 2024-022: Land Use Bylaw Textual Amendment (Omnibus) (Third Reading)
• Amended 2024 Operating Budget for Mossleigh Water Distributions
• Letter to Minister of Transportation regarding Highway 23 / 529 Intersection
• External Board and Committee Policy 12-1007

Organizational Meetings

Vulcan County Council will hold organizational meetings to elect a Reeve and Deputy Reeve for a one-year term, approve the 2025 meeting calendar, and appoint members to various internal and external committees.

• Election of Reeve and Deputy Reeve
• Approval of 2025 meeting calendar
• Appointments to County Library Board
• Appointments to Fire Committees
• Banking at Alberta Treasury Branch

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-022

The Vulcan County Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 2024-022, an omnibus amendment to the municipality’s Land Use Bylaw. The amendment proposes changes to distance requirements between dwellings and confined feeding operations, the process for similar‑in‑nature applications, and criteria for temporary use permits. It also updates rules for accessory buildings, manufactured homes in the GRR district, and park model floor‑area requirements. Council will consider these text changes and decide whether to adopt the amendment.

• Add minimum distance separation rules for dwellings near confined feeding operations
• Remove the 800 sq ft minimum floor area requirement for park model units in the GRR district
• Allow both new and used manufactured homes to be permitted in the GRR district
• Eliminate the pre‑hearing “similar in nature” ruling requirement
• Expand temporary use permit criteria to include projects meeting any one of three listed conditions

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Vulcan County Municipal Planning Commission will meet to review two development permit applications: one for a renewable energy project and another for temporary dwellings. The agenda also includes adopting previous meeting minutes and an action list.

• Review Development Permit 90-2024 for renewable energy
• Review Development Permit 91-2024 for temporary dwellings
• Adopt minutes from September 18, 2024 meeting
• Review Development Permit Summary
• Action List review

County Council Meeting

County Council will consider three Land Use Bylaw amendments and a reporting system for protective services. The meeting includes public hearings for rezoning requests and a delegation from Schooten & Sons.

• Bylaw 2024-020: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Cross Creek Holdings
• Bylaw 2024-021: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for Shelswell
• Bylaw 2024-022: Omnibus textual amendment to Land Use Bylaw
• Protective Services Reporting and Records Management System
• Tax penalty waiver request and insurance renewal options (closed meeting)

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-020

Vulcan County is holding a public hearing to consider Bylaw 2024-020. The proposal seeks to redesignate approximately 8.77 acres of land to allow for the subdivision and development of a residential acreage.

• Bylaw 2024-020: Redesignate 3.55±ha (8.77±Ac) of SE 28-20-23 W4 from Urban Fringe to Small Holdings
• Applicant: Cross Creek Holdings Ltd.

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission will discuss two specific development permits. The body will also review a general summary of development permits issued across seven divisions.

• Development Permit 85-2024: Thorton & Paterson Short-term Rental 1 (Plan 2011054, Block 1, Lot 1)
• Development Permit 86-2024: Kirkcaldy Meats Ltd. Agricultural Processing (SW 16-16-25 W4 PT)

County Council Meeting

The Vulcan County Council will hold second and third readings of Road Closure Bylaw 2024-003 and a first reading of the omnibus Land Use Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw 2024-022). The agenda also includes discussion of an ACP grant request from the Village of Carmangay and a public input session. A closed meeting will address a loan request and alternatives, an RMA resolution, and a VDWC request under FOIP provisions.

• Road Closure Bylaw 2024-003 – second & third reading
• Land Use Bylaw Amendment (Omnibus) – Bylaw 2024-022 – first reading
• ACP Grant Participation – Village of Carmangay request
• Closed meeting: Loan Request and Alternatives (FOIP Sec. 24(1)(c))
• Closed meeting: RMA Resolution (FOIP Sec. 23(1))

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-012 10 Jul 2024

Vulcan County Council is considering Bylaw 2024-012 to amend the Grouped Reservoir Residential land use district. The proposal involves changes to property setbacks, accessory structure rules, and recreational vehicle limits for specific lots at McGregor Landing.

• Bylaw 2024-012: Amendment to allow one accessory structure (max 71.3 m2 and 6.7 m height) before a principal structure
• Bylaw 2024-012: Proposal to limit recreational vehicles to three per lot
• Bylaw 2024-012: Reduction of setbacks for front (4.0 m), side (1.2 m), and rear (1.2 m) yards

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meeting

The Municipal Planning Commission reviewed several development permit applications, including requests for setback waivers. The commission approved an outdoor hockey arena and a large machinery shed but refused a single detached dwelling due to floor size requirements.

• Approved accessory structure with road setback reduction for Korey Brown (SE 1-17-23 W4 PT)
• Approved accessory building with property line setback waiver for Bill Irwin (NE 29-16-26 W4 PT)
• Refused single detached dwelling floor size waiver for Plan 7780DL, Block 1, Lot 7 (Queenstown)

County Council Meeting

The Council will consider several land use redesignations and bylaw amendments. Discussions also include road construction planning, service fee considerations, and updates to recreation and intermunicipal funding policies.

• Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-012 regarding McGregor Landing
• First Reading of Bylaw 2024-015 for land use redesignation at NE 32-19-25 W4
• 2025-2028 Road Construction planning
• 2025 Fees for Service Bylaw consideration regarding crop damages
• Second and Third Reading of Bylaw 2024-012 for McGregor Landing

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission approved subdivision applications for properties in SW 32-20-25 W4 and NW 24-18-23 W4. The commission also reviewed various development permit applications, including accessory structures and detached dwellings.

• Subdivision approval: SW 32-20-25 W4 (Donovan)
• Subdivision approval: NW 24-18-23 W4 (Harder)
• Development Permit Application 50-2024: Accessory Structures with Setback Waiver (Brown)
• Development Permit Application 51-2024: Detached Dwelling with minimum floor size waiver (Paul)
• Development Permit Application 53-2024: Accessory Building with Setback Waiver (Irwin Farms)

County Council Meetings

Council approved Bylaw 2024-004 to redesignate a property near Vulcan from Rural General to Rural Industrial. The decision follows a public hearing where neighbors raised concerns regarding property access, cleanup responsibilities, and animal containment.

• Bylaw 2024-004: Redesignation of Plan 9110049, Lot 1 from Rural General to Rural Industrial
• Bylaw 2024-012: Land Use Bylaw Amendment - Textual Amendment - McGregor Landing (First Reading)
• Bylaw 2024-013: Water and Wastewater Utilities Bylaw (First Reading)
• Insurance offers for Vulcan Agricultural Society and Lomond Community Centre and Agricultural Society

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for a Park Model Recreation Unit at Travers Ridge RV Park subject to specific site conditions. The commission also granted a 12-month extension for a pending subdivision application.

• Approval of Development Permit 26-2024 (Smit) for a Park Model Recreation Unit at Block 1, Lot 3, Travers Ridge RV Park
• 12-month extension granted for Subdivision Application 2023-0-009
• Development Permit 26-2024 approved with conditions including the use of screw piles and yearly photo submissions to monitor erosion

County Council Meetings

The Council will review several land use bylaw amendments, including a redesignation to Rural Industrial. The meeting also includes discussions regarding regulating RV use and updates on water and wastewater utilities.

• Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-004: Redesignation from Rural General to Rural Industrial
• Bylaw 2024-012 Land Use Bylaw Amendment - McGregor Landing
• Bylaw 2024-013 Water and Wastewater Utilities Bylaw
• Discussion on Land Use Bylaw Amendment for regulating RV use

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-004

The Council will consider Bylaw 2024-004 to redesignate a 1.92 hectare property from Rural General to Rural Industrial. The applicant, Seyed Nabeian, intends to use the site north of the Town of Vulcan for an automotive recycling facility. Following the hearing, administration will present a recommendation for second and third readings.

• Bylaw 2024-004: Redesignation of Plan 9110049, Lot 1 from Rural General to Rural Industrial
• Proposed automotive recycling facility on approximately 1.92 hectares adjacent to Highway 23
• Development includes vehicle dismantling, online parts sales, and annual metal crushing

County Council Meetings

The Council is reviewing the 2024 operating and capital budgets alongside several tax rate bylaws. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding a road closure in Queenstown and a delegation from Community Futures Highwood.

• Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-003 regarding a Road Closure in Queenstown
• Delegation by Community Futures Highwood Executive Director Ursula Sherwood
• Approval of the 2024 Operating Budget ($21,048,567) and Capital Budget ($7,676,408)
• Disbursement of $8,185.54 for arena compressor overhaul and valve replacement
• Funding request of $1,116.44 for the Vulcan Flying Club

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-003 Road Closure

The Council is holding a public hearing for Bylaw 2024-003 to close a small section of an undeveloped laneway. The proposal seeks to consolidate approximately 800 square feet of land between existing properties in Block 5. Following the hearing, the bylaw will be sent to the Minister for final approval.

• Proposed closure of 800 square feet (0.018 acres) of laneway in Queenstown
• Bylaw 2024-003 regarding land consolidation for properties in Block 5
• Feedback from Telus and Sunshine Gas regarding the road closure proposal

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit for a park model recreation unit and an extension request for a subdivision endorsement.

• Development Permit 26-2024 (Smit) regarding setback waivers at Travers Ridge RV Park
• Subdivision Endorsement Extension Request 2023-0-009

County Council Meetings

The council will discuss the final 2024 budget and several bylaws regarding tax rates for fire protection, recreation, waterworks, and industrial property. The meeting also includes funding requests for the Arena and Vulcan Flying Club.

• Final 2024 Budget
• Tax rate bylaws (General, Fire Protection, Recreation, Waterworks, and Industrial)
• Arena Capital Funding Request
• Vulcan Flying Club Funding Request
• Bylaw 2023-019 - Tarping Bylaw amendments

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission approved permits for a second dwelling and a multi-unit dwelling. The commission also reviewed upcoming applications for accessory buildings and subdivisions scheduled for April 17.

• Approved second dwelling for Lance King on Plan 9612380, Lot 25
• Approved multi-unit dwelling for Arrowwood Colony at NW 28-19-25 W4
• Upcoming accessory building permit for Brunner (SE 16-16-26 W4)
• Upcoming subdivision application for Guenter (Lot 1, Plan 891 0904 & SW 2-15-20 W4)
• Upcoming subdivision application for Martens (SW 11-15-22 W4)

County Council Meetings

The Council will review the 2023 Financial Statements and Yearend Reporting. The agenda also includes a Land Use Bylaw amendment for rezoning to Rural Industrial and a road closure in Queenstown.

• Bylaw 2024-004: Rezoning Plan 9110049, Lot 1 from Rural General to Rural Industrial
• Bylaw 2024-003: Road Closure for Queenstown
• Bylaw 2024-010: Water Use and Conservation Bylaw
• Presentation of the 2023 Financial Statements by KPMG LLP
• Discussion regarding Vulcan Healthcare Auxiliary hand-bus funding

Agriculture Service Board

The Agriculture Service Board is reviewing proposed amendments to the Alberta Weed Control Act and responding to a provincial survey. The board will also vote on a resolution regarding member attendance and hear from a 4-H delegation.

• Review of proposed changes to the Alberta Weed Control Act
• Resolution to authorize Member Fleetwood to remain on the board
• Delegation from Vulcan & District 4-H
• Staff reports on seasonal hiring and spraying programs

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Municipal Planning Commission will review applications for a second dwelling, a multi-unit dwelling at Arrowwood Colony, and a short-term rental. The meeting also includes the adoption of the March 13, 2024, minutes.

• Development Permit 21-2024: King Second Dwelling (Lot 25)
• Development Permit 22-2024: Arrowwood Colony Multi-unit Dwelling (NW 28-19-25 W4)
• Development Permit 24-2024: Thorton/Paterson Short-term Rental (Block 1, Lot 1)

County Council Meetings

The Council will hear delegations from STARS and the Vulcan Healthcare Auxiliary. The agenda also includes a request to transfer an irrigation cultivation lease and several closed meeting items regarding property tax and regional funding.

• Delegation: STARS Municipal Relations
• Delegation: Vulcan Healthcare Auxiliary
• Closed Meeting Delegation: Vulcan Seed Cleaning Association
• Irrigation Cultivation Lease transfer request
• STARS standing motion for $4 per capita support

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Vulcan County Municipal Planning Commission will review a development permit for a multi-unit dwelling at NW 32-21-24 W4. The commission will also address a request for concurrence regarding a Rogers Telecommunications Tower.

• Development Permit 14-2024: Multi-unit Dwelling (Riverbend Hutterian Brethren)
• Request for Concurrence: Rogers Telecommunications Tower at NW 4-15-21 W4

County Council Meetings

The Council approved several policy updates regarding vegetation, weed control, and drug/alcohol use. They also allocated $100,000 from the Vulcan Recreation District Capital Reserve for a dressing room expansion at the Vulcan Arena.

• $100,000 allocation for Vulcan Arena dressing room expansion
• Approval of Vegetation Management Policy 62-1016 amendments
• Approval of Weed Control Policy 62-1002 amendments
• Approval of Drug, Alcohol and Substance Abuse Policy 12-3145
• Appointment of Michael Collins to the Chinook Intermunicipal SDAB

Public Hearing - Tarping Bylaw 2023-019

Council is considering Bylaw 2023-019 to require motor vehicles and trailers to securely cover loose materials like aggregate or agricultural products. The proposal aims to allow officers to proactively address uncovered loads before debris spills onto roadways. This public hearing allows ratepayers to express support or opposition to the draft.

• Public hearing for Tarping Bylaw 2023-019
• Proposed fines of $300 for first offences, $600 for second, and $1200 for subsequent offences
• Exemption for hay hauler trucks transporting full loads within the County
• Requirement for operators to remove spilled material from roadways immediately

Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) Meetings

The Vulcan County Municipal Planning Commission will consider several development permit applications. These include projects for Bexte Renewable Energy, Enterprise Solar LP, and the Vulcan District Ag Society. The commission will also review a subdivision application for Cleverville Farms.

• Development Permit 06-2024: Bexte Renewable Energy
• Development Permit 05-2024: Vulcan District Ag Society - Rodeo Grounds
• Development Permit 07-2024: Vulcan District Ag Society - Motor Sports Park
• Development Permit 08-2024: Enterprise Solar LP
• Subdivision Application 2023-0-167: Cleverville Farms

County Council Meetings

The Council will hear a delegation request to pave RR 212 and Township Road 151. The agenda also includes reviews of vegetation, weed control, and drug/alcohol policies.

• Public Hearing for Proposed Tarping Bylaw 2023-019
• Delegation: Little Bow Resort request to pave RR 212 and Twp Rd 151
• Review of Vegetation Management Policy 62-1016
• Review of Weed Control Policy 62-1002
• Allocation of Capital Reserve for Arena Dressing Room Project

Agriculture Service Board

The Agriculture Service Board elected a new Chair and Vice Chair for one-year terms. The board approved amendments to the Vegetation Management Policy for recommendation to County Council and directed administration to draft a statement of concern regarding well site reductions.

• Election of Councillor Doug Logan as ASB Chair for a one-year term
• Election of Councillor Shane Cockwill as ASB Vice Chair for a one-year term
• Approval of amendments to the Vegetation Management Policy
• Direction to draft a statement of concern regarding well site reduction pilot to the AER and Minister of Agriculture

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County Council Meetings

The February 7 meeting includes a rezoning application for the Vulcan District Ag Society. Council will also discuss future direction for short-term rentals in the county. Additionally, amendments to the Tangible Capital Asset and Tool Allowance policies are on the agenda.

• Rezoning application for Vulcan District Ag Society (Bylaw 2023-029)
• Discussion regarding direction for short-term rentals
• Amendment to Tangible Capital Asset Policy 12-2214
• Amendment to Tool Allowance Policy 12-3146
• Appointment of a Chinook Intermunicipal Subdivision and Development Appeal Board member

Public Hearing for Bylaw 2023-029 LUB Amendment

Vulcan County Council is holding a public hearing on Bylaw 2023-029, which proposes redesignating approximately 51.47 acres near Highways 23 and 534 from Urban Fringe to Rural Recreational. The amendment would allow the Vulcan District Agricultural Society to develop rodeo grounds, a motor sports park, and an agricultural pavilion on the decommissioned storm water facility. Council will hear public comments before advancing the bylaw, which requires a traffic impact assessment before any highway intersection work proceeds.

• Public hearing on Bylaw 2023-029, a Land Use Bylaw Amendment
• Redesignation of Plan 8810587, Block 3 (approximately 51.47 acres) from Urban Fringe to Rural Recreational
• Vulcan District Agricultural Society’s proposal for rodeo grounds and a motor sports park
• 50-year land lease between the agricultural society and the Town of Vulcan
• Requirement for a Traffic Impact Assessment before any highway intersection remediation

County Council Meetings

The Council approved the purchase of a Case IH Maximum 115 tractor from Rocky Mountain Equipment for $216,500. Additionally, Council authorized the hiring of a second Community Peace Officer to provide seven-day-a-week coverage.

• Awarded Agricultural Services Tractor purchase to Rocky Mountain Equipment for $216,500
• Approved hiring of a second Community Peace Officer for seven-day-a-week coverage
• Approved amendments to Council Remuneration Policy 12-1006 effective January 1, 2024
• Approved the 2024-2027 Clinic Subsidy Agreement
• Cancelled tax arrears and penalties for several insolvent or inactive organizations