Westlock County public meetings in 2022
50 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
Council will consider the approval of the 2023 operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes discussions on grant support for the Water Commission and the annual appointment of Fire Guardians.
- 2023 Operating and Capital Budget Approval
- ACP Grant Support for the Water Commission
- Annual Appointment of Fire Guardians
- Athabasca County Request - Support Letter
- Fawcett Seniors Association Letter of Support
Budget Committee
The Budget Committee is reviewing the proposed 2023 operating and capital budgets for Westlock County. The meeting includes discussions on the 2023 proposed budget, the 2023 capital budget, and in-camera items regarding council compensation and community grant applications.
- 2023 Proposed Operating Budget overview
- 2023 Capital Budget overview
- Council Compensation Review (In-camera)
- 2023 Community Grant Program Applications (In-camera)
Regular Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding amendments to Land Use Bylaw 4-2016 and consider several matters for decision. Key discussions include airport lot purchase funding, a request for support from the Hope Resource Centre, and the appointment of a Municipal Assessor.
- Public Hearing: Amendments to Land Use Bylaw 4-2016
- Second and Third reading of re-zoning Bylaw 40-2022
- Airport Lot Purchase Funding
- Bylaw 39-2022: Municipal Assessor Appointment
- Hope Resource Centre request for $10,000 funding and support letter
MPC Organizational
This is an organizational meeting for the MPC. The agenda consists of procedural items including the adoption of the agenda and the appointment of a chairperson and vice chairperson.
- Appointment of Chairperson
- Appointment of Vice Chairperson
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for a major home occupation. The proposal involves establishing heavy duty mechanic services and repairs within an existing shop building on a 3.51-acre lot.
- Development Permit 22 085: Major home occupation for heavy duty mechanic services at 60216 – RR 270
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing a draft Investment Policy # 5.07 and a Business Licenses Bylaw. The meeting also includes a briefing on bridge priorities and an in-camera discussion regarding the Westlock Industrial Park Middle Access Intersection.
- Review of Draft Investment Policy # 5.07
- Discussion of Business Licenses Bylaw
- Review of 2023-2027 Bridge Plan and priorities
- In-camera discussion: Westlock Industrial Park Middle Access Intersection
- BMO Investment Briefing
Council Organizational
The Council is conducting an organizational meeting to elect leadership and appoint members to various boards and committees. The meeting also includes reviewing the proposed 2023 Council meeting schedule and committee assignments.
- Election of Reeve and Deputy Reeve
- Re-appointment of Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board members
- 2023 Council Committee and agency appointments
- Approval of the 2023 Council meeting schedule
- Proposed name change of Governance and Priorities Committee to Committee of the Whole
Regular Council
Council will consider adopting a new Purchasing and Procurement Policy #5.10 to replace the 2018 version. The meeting also includes discussions on airport fuel pricing and a draft sponsorship policy.
- Approval of new Purchasing and Procurement Policy #5.10
- Discussion of Policy 14.01 regarding Airport Fuel Pricing
- Review of Draft Sponsorship and Advertising Policy
- Review of Policy 2.12 regarding Policy/Bylaw Development
- In-camera discussion regarding Village of Clyde access to transfer stations
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee reviewed several municipal policies, including community grants and procurement. The committee also received reports from various divisions and heard a year-end report from the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Club.
- Review of Policy 6.15 Community Grants
- Review of Policy 5.10 Procurement Policy
- Review of Community Standards Bylaw 35-2022
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Club 2021-2022 Year End Report
- RCMP October 2022 report
Regular Council
Council will meet to decide on the third and final reading of Bylaw 35-2022, the Community Standards Bylaw. The meeting also includes discussions on airport fuel pricing, a land redistricting bylaw, and a review of the Council Resolution Follow Up Action Report.
- Third and final reading of Community Standards Bylaw 35-2022
- Discussion of Policy 14.01 regarding Airport Fuel Pricing
- Bylaw 40-2022 redistricting of SE 25-64-27-W4
- Review of Council Resolution Follow Up Action Report
- Delegation from MP Arnold Viersen
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission met to review several development permit applications and site-specific requests. The meeting included decisions on residential, commercial, industrial, and resource extraction proposals.
- Approval of a 1,944 sq. ft. shop building with a 50% side setback variance
- Approval of a commercial retail store with fuel tanks and Canada Post services
- Approval of a 1,560 sq. ft. light industrial storage building
- Approval of a detached garage and 575 sq. ft. suite with height and setback variances
- Approval of a sand and gravel pit for extraction and reclamation activities
Regular Council
Council will review a revised Health and Safety Policy to align with updated legislation. They will also consider three readings of the Community Standards Bylaw 35-2022 in a single meeting.
- Community Standards Bylaw 35-2022
- Policy #1.01 Health and Safety Policy amendment
- Council Resolution Follow Up Action Report
- In-camera discussion regarding an appeal of a fire invoice
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing several administrative items, including the Community Standards Bylaw and the Business License Bylaw. The committee will also discuss the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework with the Summer Village of Larkspur and review July and August 2022 financial variance reports.
- Review of Community Standards Bylaw 35-2022
- Discussion of Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) with Summer Village of Larkspur
- Review of July and August 2022 Variance Reports
- Review of Procurement Policy #5.10
- Review of Business License Bylaw
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will consider a proposal for instrument approaches at the Westlock Airport and review the County Scholarship Program. The meeting also includes a request for support for the Westlock & District Tractor Museum.
- JetPro GPS instrument approach proposal requesting $2,834 annual County support
- Westlock County Scholarship Program review
- Westlock & District Tractor Museum letter of support request
- Proclamation of Rail Safety Week (September 19 to 25, 2022)
- Protection Barriers discussion
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing several development permit applications, including a new retail store and a large agricultural shop. The meeting also includes discussions on variance requests and specific conditions for proposed land uses.
- DP 22 059: Variance request for a 1,944 sq. ft. agricultural shop at 61427 – RR 240
- DP 22 068: Proposed 1,024 sq. ft. general retail store with fuel tanks at 4907 – 47 Avenue
- Proposed 7,000MT Granular Fertilizer Storage/Blending Facility at Clyde corner
- Animal Breeding Facility application for Lot D Block 1 Plan 042 4588
Special Council
Westlock County Council will hold a special meeting to conduct the second and third readings of Bylaw 38-2022. This bylaw proposes amendments to the Land Use Bylaw 04-2016 to establish a Recreational Commercial District. The decision follows a completed public hearing regarding the proposal.
- Second and third reading of Recreational Commercial District Bylaw 38-2022
- Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 04-2016
- Deletion of specific legal land descriptions from the proposed district
Public Hearing
Westlock County is holding a public hearing for proposed Bylaw 38-2022 to amend the Land Use Bylaw 04-2016. The bylaw would create a new Recreational Commercial (RC) District and re-district specific properties to support existing and future recreational developments.
- Proposed creation of 'Recreational Commercial (RC) District'
- Addition of new definitions including Agri-tourism, Microbrewery, and Distillery
- Redistricting of multiple properties from Agricultural (AG) to Recreational Commercial (RC) District
- Public hearing for Bylaw 38-2022
Regular Council
The Council will consider a structural engineering report for the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill Chalet and hold a third reading for the Intermunicipal Development Plan with the Summer Village of Larkspur. Other business includes a land use bylaw amendment and a sponsorship request for the Music Mash Festival 2022.
- Third reading of Bylaw 03-2022: Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) with Summer Village of Larkspur
- Bylaw 38-2022 amendment to Land Use Bylaw 04-2016
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill Chalet engineering report regarding structural integrity
- Music Mash Festival 2022 sponsorship request
- Review of June 2022 variance, reserve, and capital reports
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will review two discretionary development applications: a 320 sq. ft. animal breeding facility for up to six adult dogs at 59203 Rge Rd 235A, and a 23,655 sq. ft. granular fertilizer storage/blending facility at 60013 Range Road 252. The commission will also adopt the minutes from the June 22, 2022 meeting.
- DP 22 044: Animal breeding facility for 6 adult dogs, 320 sq ft, at Lot D, Block 1, Plan 042 4588
- DP 22 049: 7000MT fertilizer storage facility, 178' x 112', at Pt. SW 02-60-25-W4
- Approval of June 22, 2022 MPC minutes
- Conditions for dog facility include 25m setback from property lines and 2m fence for exercise areas
- Fertilizer facility aims to reduce traffic by increasing storage capacity
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will consider appointing Tony Kulbisky as Chief Administrative Officer effective August 2, 2022, and approve an updated Purchasing and Procurement Policy (5.10) that changes staff titles and grants all designated staff the same purchasing authority. Council will also review a follow-up action report, a 2023 budget resident engagement survey, and several council performance documents.
- Appointment of Tony Kulbisky as CAO effective August 2, 2022
- Policy 5.10 Purchasing and Procurement update, including new purchasing authority thresholds (up to $2,500, $10,000, $50,000, over $50,000)
- 2023 Budget Public Engagement Survey
- Council Resolution Follow Up Action Report
- In-camera item: Request for Cancellation of Tax Penalties
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will discuss the Community Grant Program's future, including potential changes to payment schedules and eligibility, as part of 2023 budget planning. They will also consider several other items, including a new employee introduction, a delegation on an in-camera matter, and a request for cancellation of tax penalties. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and a follow-up action report.
- Discussion on Community Grant Program amendments, including potential 50% advance payment and operating grants for utilities
- Policy 12.06 Closure of Road Allowance review
- Community Standards Bylaw 35-2022 consideration
- Westlock Regional Airport Advisory Committee member appointment
- 2023 Budget Direction discussion
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications. One seeks a 44% front yard setback variance for a manufactured home in Vimy, and the other requests a 27% height variance for a 75 ft amateur radio tower on an acreage near Regal Park Village. The commission will also adopt the minutes from the May 11, 2022 meeting.
- DP 22 038: 16' x 76' manufactured home at 4739 – 49A St., Vimy, with front yard setback reduced from 25 ft to 14 ft
- DP 22 042: 75 ft radio tower (27% height variance) and 59 ft tower at 23415 Twp Rd 584
- Both applications are in Agricultural (AG) or Urban General (UG) districts
- May 11, 2022 minutes to be adopted
- No other business listed
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Westlock County Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates from STARS air ambulance and the RCMP, and to review several policies and bylaws, including a community standards bylaw and land-use changes for campgrounds. The agenda also includes items on the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework with Summer Village of Larkspur, a road closure policy amendment, and 2023 budget direction. Two in-camera items are scheduled for closed session.
- STARS delegation requesting confirmation of 2022 support
- RCMP update from Staff Sergeant Al Baird
- Bylaw 35-2022 Community Standards Bylaw review
- LUB changes for campgrounds
- Policy 8.13 Closure of Road Allowance review and renumber to Policy 12.06
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will consider approving a Project Management Agreement for the remediation of the Old Modified Landfill, a 30-acre site owned by the County. The agreement, developed with the Town of Westlock and the Westlock Regional Waste Management Commission, covers leachate remediation with no projected cost increase. Council will also review a resolution follow-up report and decide on funding for a structural engineering report for the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill.
- Landfill Remediation Agreement for Old Modified Landfill (NW portion of SE-27-59-26-W4M, 30 acres)
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill Structural Engineering Report Funding Request
- Transfer to Reserve - Recreation Property Sale Proceeds
- Council Resolution Follow Up Action Report (status updates on prior resolutions)
Regular Council
Westlock County Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill capital plan, leasing airport agricultural lands for farming, and giving second reading to an Intermunicipal Development Plan with the Summer Village of Larkspur. They will also consider fee schedule increases for planning and development, a new procedure bylaw, and appointments to various appeal committees.
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill capital plan for 2022-2023 and 2024 forecasted projects
- Airport lease of agricultural lands for farming
- Bylaw 03-2022: Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) with Summer Village of Larkspur - 2nd reading
- Fee schedule rate increase for Planning & Development
- Bylaw 28-2022 Procedure Bylaw
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear a semi-annual review from the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Club and review several reports, including a modified landfill agreement, a new Community Standards Bylaw, and a procedure bylaw. The agenda also includes updates on the Westlock Regional Airport and the Industrial Park. Most items are for review and discussion, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Club semi-annual review with 3-year financial projections
- Modified Landfill Agreement, Plan 1369TR
- Bylaw 35-2022 Community Standards
- Procedure Bylaw 28-2022
- Westlock Regional Airport lot sales and construction agreement
Municipal Planning Commission
The Westlock County Municipal Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications, both involving variance requests. The first is for a detached garage and decks on a property in the Pembina River floodplain, and the second is for a manufactured home and accessory buildings on a wetland-affected property. The commission will also adopt the agenda and minutes from the previous meeting.
- DP 22-018: Variance to reduce front yard setback from 134 ft to 75 ft for a 32' x 28' detached garage at 1019 Twp Rd 640
- DP 22-018: Variances for 12' x 48' and 14' x 16' covered decks on existing manufactured home
- DP 22-022: Variance to allow a 35-year-old manufactured home (1987) despite age restriction
- DP 22-022: Variances to reduce front yard setbacks for manufactured home, garage, and shed on Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 052 3940
- Adoption of April 13, 2022 meeting minutes
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will consider the final 2022 operating budget and the property tax rate bylaw, which sets the mill rates for the year. They will also review a bylaw to create a new tax sub-class for seasonal campgrounds, potentially reducing their tax burden to 75% of the non-residential rate. The meeting includes several routine items, such as adopting minutes and a follow-up action report, as well as a closed session for land and tax matters.
- Final 2022 Operating Budget
- Property Tax Rate Bylaw 37-2022
- Bylaw 36-2022 creating a small business seasonal campground sub-class (taxed at 75% of non-residential rate)
- Collective Bargaining Agreement (CUPE contract, discussed in camera)
- Gateway Research Organization (GRO) funding request
Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board
The Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board will meet to discuss airport operations, including grant applications, contractor agreements, and potential land sales. The agenda includes reports from staff and officials, as well as several policy reviews and new business items.
- Discussion of 2021 Airport Grant and CAP application with MLA Shane Getson
- Review of draft Airport Contractor Maintenance and Administrator Agreements
- Consideration of Airport Discretionary Closure Policy
- Fuel tax exemption for aviation consumers
- In-camera session on land sales under FOIPP Section 24(1)(c)
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will hear the 2021 audited financial statements from Metrix Group and consider approving them, along with several bylaws including an intermunicipal development plan with Summer Village of Larkspur and a borrowing bylaw for a grader purchase. The agenda also includes a policy on hamlet mowing grants, an interim CAO contract extension, and a proclamation for Emergency Preparedness Week.
- 2021 Audited Financial Statements presented by Jeff Alliston of Metrix Group
- Bylaw 03-2022: Intermunicipal Development Plan with Summer Village of Larkspur
- Bylaw 34-2022: Borrowing Bylaw for Grader Purchase
- Policy 6.05: Hamlet Mowing and Community Cleanup Grants
- Interim CAO Contract Extension
Public Hearing
Westlock County Council is holding a public hearing to consider Bylaw 03-2022, which would adopt an Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) with the Summer Village of Larkspur. The IDP sets policies for land use, development, environment, infrastructure, and dispute resolution in the area around Long Island Lake. The hearing includes a planner's report and written submissions. No decision is made at this hearing; it is for gathering public input before Council decides.
- Public hearing on Bylaw 03-2022 to adopt an Intermunicipal Development Plan with the Summer Village of Larkspur
- IDP covers land use, growth, environmental matters, infrastructure, community development, and dispute resolution
- Plan area extends 800 metres from Larkspur's boundaries and includes Long Island Lake watershed
- Planner Jane Dauphinee (Municipal Planning Services) will present a report and recommended amendments
- First reading of the bylaw was passed January 25, 2022
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear a delegation from the Westlock RCMP on 2022 police priorities and community consultation, and will review several items including a procedure bylaw, dust control program, Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill, campground taxation, and a February 2022 variance report. The agenda also includes an in-camera item on Transfer Station access for the Village of Clyde. Most items are for discussion or information, with no final decisions listed on the agenda.
- RCMP delegation on 2022 police priorities and community consultation
- Procedure Bylaw 28-2022 review
- Dust Control Program review
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill review
- Campground rate of taxation review
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application to change the use of the former Busby United Church from religious assembly to commercial business, agri-tourism, and eating/drinking establishment, including construction of an accessory tarp shed. The commission will also appoint appeal committees under the Weed Control Act and Agricultural Pest Act. The agenda includes minutes from the November 2021 organizational and regular meetings.
- Development Permit 22 008: change of use of former church at 4901-51st, Busby, to commercial (Busby Hive), agri-tourism, and eating/drinking establishment
- Construction of accessory building (tarp shed) at same location
- Appointment of appeal committees for Weed Control Act and Agricultural Pest Act
- Adoption of minutes from November 17, 2021 meetings
Public Hearing
Westlock County Council is holding a public hearing to gather input on proposed Bylaw 33-2022, which would amend the Land Use Bylaw to add 'Data Processing Facility' as a defined and discretionary use in Agriculture, Industrial, and Direct Control districts. No public comments or inquiries have been received. After the hearing, Council may consider second and third reading of the bylaw at the regular meeting later that day.
- Bylaw 33-2022 amends Land Use Bylaw No. 04-2016
- Adds 'Data Processing Facility' definition and regulations
- Discretionary use in Agriculture (AG), Industrial (M), and Direct Control (DC) districts
- First reading passed March 22, 2022
- Public hearing advertised March 29 and April 5, 2022
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will decide on the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill capital plan, which includes a proposed Magic Carpet lift and other upgrades, and will consider first reading of a bylaw to allow data processing facilities. The agenda also includes routine items like the adoption of minutes and a follow-up action report, plus several in-camera items.
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill capital plan: $328,559 in pending capital equipment and infrastructure, $63,305 in minor equipment, with no cost to Westlock County
- Bylaw 33-2022: Data Processing Facility, to amend Land Use Bylaw 04-2016
- Bridge Program Additions
- 2021 Year End Reserve Transfer
- WILD Alberta Memorandum of Understanding
Agricultural Service Board
The Westlock County Agricultural Service Board will hear a delegation from the Gateway Research Organization (GRO) on its 2021 research update, which includes a request for stable funding from the County. The board will also review correspondence on changes to the pesticide and fertilizer container collection program, and receive updates on the provincial ASB conference, farm safety support, and AG programming.
- Delegation from Gateway Research Organization (GRO) at 11:00 am with 2021 research update and funding request
- Correspondence on Cleanfarms' transition of <23L pesticide and fertilizer container collection from municipal sites to ag-retail locations by end of 2024
- Update on 2022 Provincial ASB Conference and resolutions
- Farm Safety Support update
- AG Programming update
Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes from previous meetings, and to discuss a liability and risk assessment as new business. The meeting is largely procedural, with the risk assessment being the only substantive item on the agenda.
- Liability / Risk Assessment discussion
- Adoption of October 14, 2021 agenda
- Adoption of September 15, 2021 meeting minutes
Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board Organizational Meeting
The Westlock Regional Municipal Airport Advisory Board is holding its organizational meeting to elect a chair and vice-chair. The board will also review two bylaws: Bylaw 26-2021, which establishes the advisory board and its operations, and Bylaw 07-2019, the county's procedure bylaw governing meetings. This is a procedural meeting focused on board setup and governance.
- Election of chair and vice-chair
- Review of Bylaw 26-2021 establishing the advisory board
- Review of Bylaw 07-2019 procedure bylaw
- Board membership: up to 7 voting members, including 3 airport users, 2 public members, and 2 elected officials
- Airport is jointly owned by Town of Westlock and Westlock County (164.97 acres)
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will hear an appeal from Dennis Primeau regarding a censure and ban from County meetings, and will decide on several items including a healthcare recognition agreement, bad debt write-offs, a CAO bylaw, a data processing facility bylaw, and a progressive discipline policy. The agenda also includes routine adoption of minutes and a follow-up action report.
- Appeal of administrative decision by Dennis Primeau regarding censure and ban from County meetings
- Healthcare Recognition Agreement with $5,000 annual contribution from Westlock County
- Accounts Receivable Bad Debt review
- Bylaw 33-2022 Data Processing Facility
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Club Capital Plan
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear presentations from WILD Alberta on a regional tourism initiative, Roadata Services on a permitting partnership, and MAGA Energy on cryptocurrency mining and greenhouse projects. It will also review updates on cryptocurrency mining operations, a water rate increase, and road ban exemption policies.
- WILD Alberta proposes a Destination Marketing Organization with $1 per capita municipal contribution
- Roadata Services proposes an exclusive permitting partnership for overweight vehicle travel
- MAGA Energy discusses cryptocurrency mining using stranded gas and greenhouse development
- Westlock Regional Water Services Commission rate increase review
- Policy 13.02 Road Ban Exemption Agreements review
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will review and decide on several items, including potential improvements to Rottier's Beach (up to $20,000), approval of a revised Extra Ordinary Road Use policy, and second and third readings of the Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw. The agenda also includes routine items like adoption of minutes and a follow-up action report.
- Rottier's Beach improvements: options include spending up to $20,000 to match Antonson's Beach standard, or completing minor improvements up to $2,000
- Policy 13.01 Extra Ordinary Road Use: revised policy for heavy haulers, including road use agreements and bonds (e.g., $25,000 for oilfield, $7,500-$25,000 for log haul)
- Bylaw 27-2021 Fees, Rates and Charges: second and third readings scheduled
- Tri-Council Committee Agreement: review of agreement
- Letter of support request from Farmer's Market
Regular Council
Westlock County Council will consider cancelling the COVID-19 Task Force Committee bylaw due to provincial easing of restrictions, and will make annual appointments for emergency management and fire guardians. The agenda also includes routine items like adopting minutes, a follow-up report, and a public hearing for the Summer Village of Larkspur.
- Cancel COVID Task-force Committee Bylaw #31-2022
- Appoint Director and Deputy Director of Emergency Management
- Annual appointment of Fire Guardians
- Long Island Lake Municipal Campground 2022 season
- Public Hearing - Summer Village of Larkspur
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Westlock County Governance and Priorities Committee will meet to discuss several items, including updates on the Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill, cryptocurrency mining operations, and Policy 13.01 on Extra Ordinary Use of Roads. They will also review the CAO Bylaw 12-2014 and receive committee reports. The meeting includes in-camera sessions for community grants and an undeveloped road allowance maintenance request.
- Tawatinaw Valley Ski Hill update
- Cryptocurrency Mining Operations Update
- Policy 13.01 Extra Ordinary Use of Roads
- CAO Bylaw 12-2014
- In-camera: Community Grants and Undeveloped Road Allowance Maintenance Request
Special Council
Westlock County's Special Council meeting on February 9, 2022, is largely procedural, including agenda and minutes adoption. The main substantive item is the appointment of an Interim Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), which will be discussed and decided. The meeting also includes an in-camera session before adjournment.
- Appointment of Interim CAO
- Adoption of February 8, 2022 minutes
- In-camera session
Regular Council
Westlock County Council meets to consider routine business including adopting minutes, hearing delegations from Community Futures Tawatinaw Region and Metrix Group on the 2021 audit plan, and reviewing several items including a COVID task-force bylaw and the REP program for Council Chambers. An emergent item is the appointment of an interim CAO. The meeting also includes in-camera sessions on land sale and tax arrears payment.
- Appointment of Interim CAO
- Delegation: Community Futures Tawatinaw Region on available services
- Delegation: Metrix Group LLP presenting 2021 Audit Planning Report
- COVID Task-force Committee Bylaw #31-2022
- In-camera: Sale of Land and Tax Arrears Payment
Special Council
This is a special council meeting for Westlock County. The agenda is mostly procedural, covering the call to order, adoption of the agenda and minutes, and adjournment. The only substantive item is an in-camera (closed-door) discussion of priorities under FOIPP Section 24(1)(a), with no public details provided.
- In-camera priorities discussion under FOIPP Section 24(1)(a)
Regular Council
Westlock County Council is meeting to review several items, including a follow-up report on past resolutions, a grant program for uncollectible taxes, and two bylaws: one setting fees, rates, and charges, and another for an intermunicipal development plan with the Summer Village of Larkspur. They will also consider a letter of support request from the Westlock & District Tractor Museum Foundation. The agenda includes adoption of minutes from previous meetings.
- Bylaw 27-2021 Fees, Rates and Charges Bylaw
- Bylaw 03-2022, IDP Summer Village of Larkspur
- PERC and DIRC Grant on Uncollectible Taxes
- Letter of Support Request - Westlock & District Tractor Museum Foundation
- Council Resolution Follow Up Action Report
Public Hearing
Westlock County Council is holding a public hearing to gather input on Bylaw 27-2021, which consolidates fees, rates, and charges for municipal services into a single document. The bylaw was given first reading on November 30, 2021, and administration reports no public inquiries or comments so far. After the hearing, Council will consider second and third reading of the bylaw during the regular portion of the meeting.
- Bylaw 27-2021 establishes fees for development permits ($225-$2,500), building permits ($0.50/sq ft), and electrical permits ($95-$2,700)
- Fire response charges: $400 for first hour, $200 per additional hour; nuisance fire alarm fines $50-$600
- Campsite fees: $25/night individual, group campsites $250-$600/night
- Cemetery plots $350 per plot, urn placement $100
- Tax penalties: 2% July 1, 10% November 1, 18% April 1
Governance and Priorities Committee
The Governance and Priorities Committee will review routine monthly reports from departments, discuss updates on road-use policies and a regional water rate increase, and consider a new procedure bylaw. The agenda is largely informational, with no major decisions scheduled.
- Westlock Regional Water Services Commission rate increase
- Policy 13.01 Extra Ordinary Use of Roads
- Policy 8.13 Closure of Road Allowance
- Procedure Bylaw 01-2022
- RCMP Community Engagement Tour update
Agricultural Service Board
The Agricultural Service Board of Westlock County is meeting to adopt the agenda and minutes, review an orientation manual and Bylaw 22-2019, hear a delegation on promoting agriculture, and discuss administrative reports, correspondence on agricultural plastics and disaster response, and matters for review including provincial conference resolutions and farm safety support. The meeting includes procedural items and program updates.
- Adoption of April 1, 2021 minutes
- Review of Bylaw 22-2019 (ASB Bylaw)
- Delegation: Andria Carlyon on Promoting Agriculture at 10:00 AM
- Correspondence: AG Plastics and AG Disaster (Minister of Agriculture letter)
- Matters for review: ASB Provincial Conference & Resolutions, Farm Safety Support Letter, AG Programming