Wetaskiwin public meetings in 2023
30 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Regular Council
City Council will meet to approve a $44.1 million operating budget and a $6.09 million capital budget for 2024. The agenda also includes decisions on a new public art mural program and funding applications for clean energy improvements.
- Approval of $44,102,090 for the 2024 Operating Budget
- Approval of $6,091,230 for the 2024 Capital Budget
- Proposed $3 million FCM funding application for Clean Energy Improvement Program
- Proposed $40,000 matching fund from Public Art Reserve for a new mural program
- Request to remove $13,390.19 in tax penalties for Tax Roll No. 190440
Regular Council
Wetaskiwin City Council will discuss redistricting 5702 - 40 Avenue and consider three readings of the Airport Tax Bylaw 2049-23. The meeting also includes reports on urban forestry and the draft Airport Master Plan.
- Bylaw 2048-23: Redistricting 5702 - 40 Avenue from C2 General Commercial to C3 Highway Commercial
- Airport Tax Bylaw 2049-23: First, second, and third readings
- 2023 Urban Forestry Report: Staff report for information
- Draft Airport Master Plan: Project update for information
- Chamber Board Appointment: Amending bylaws to include a Chamber position
Budget Deliberations - Day 4, 27 Nov 2023
City Council is conducting the fourth day of deliberations regarding the 2024 budget. The meeting includes a scheduled closed session to discuss matters under section 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act.
- 2024 Budget Deliberations - Day 4
Regular Council - 14 Nov 2023 - REPUBLISHED
The City Council is reviewing previous budget deliberation minutes and addressing several administrative requests. Key discussions include potential security solutions for the southwest quadrant and land use amendments.
- First reading of Bylaw 2048-23 to redistrict 5702 - 40 Avenue to C3 Highway Commercial
- Investigation of 24/7 security personnel for the southwest quadrant up to $40,000
- Sale of 4711 - 49 Avenue to Efficient Builders Inc. for $104,830
- Extension of motion to investigate restricting bear spray sales and use
- Request to cancel waste collection at 4321 - 53A Street
Organizational Meeting
City Council is meeting to establish the 2023/2024 regular meeting schedule and appoint members to various boards and committees. The agenda also includes first readings for new bylaws regarding council procedures, code of conduct, and the City Manager.
- Approval of the 2023/2024 Regular Council Meeting Schedule
- Appointment of Deputy Mayors for six rotating terms
- Council appointments to boards including the Assessment Review Board and Peace Hills Utilities Board
- First reading of Council Procedures Bylaw No. 2042-23
- First reading of Council Code of Conduct Bylaw No. 2043-23
Regular Council
The Council will consider a public hearing for a land use bylaw amendment regarding mini-storage facilities. They will also discuss the Outdoor Spray Park Project, including land use and funding via the Memorial Fund.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2040-23 to allow Mini Storage Facilities in C5 District
- Approval of City-owned land on Recreation Grounds for an outdoor spray park
- Proposal to fund spray park permit fees from the contingency reserve
- Discussion on changing the 2024 Fortis electrical utility franchise agreement rate
- 2024 Budget Process presentation regarding outside agencies
2024 Budget Deliberations, Day 3
City Council is meeting to continue deliberations regarding the 2024 budget. The agenda also includes a closed session to discuss matters protected under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act.
- 2024 Budget Deliberations
- Closed session regarding FOIP Act section 24
2024 Budget Deliberations, Day 2
This meeting is the second day of deliberations regarding the 2024 budget. The agenda includes a scheduled closed session to discuss matters under section 24 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy (FOIP) Act.
- 2024 Budget Deliberations - Day 2
- Closed session regarding FOIP Act, section 24
2024 Budget Deliberations, Day 1
City Council is meeting to discuss the 2024 budget over a three-day period. The first day focuses on city overview assumptions, debt, reserves, fees, and various municipal service business cases.
- Discussion of budget assumptions, debt, and reserves
- Review of fees and charges
- Review of City Manager’s Office base budget and operating business cases
- Review of Municipal Services base budget and operating business cases
Regular Council
City Council will consider first and second readings for several bylaws, including Community Standards and Fire bylaws. The meeting also includes decisions on roofing for the By-the-Lake-Park Hall and funding for the Heritage Museum.
- First reading of Community Standards Bylaw 2039-23
- Amendment to Land Use Bylaw 1804-13 to allow Mini Storage Facilities in C5 District
- First, second, and third readings of Fire Bylaw 2041-23
- Approval of By-the-Lake-Park Hall roof replacement with shingles
- Approval of $8,000 in repurposed funding for the Wetaskiwin and District Museum Society
Addition/Addendum to Regular Council Meeting
The City of Wetaskiwin presented its 2024 draft budget for information prior to public engagement sessions. The draft shows a 3.66 per cent increase in funding requirements, driven by changes in external requisitions and departmental restructuring. Council is asked to accept the draft as information.
- Draft 2024 operating budget shows a $664,790 increase in funding requirements
- Proposed funding for operating business cases includes $863,830 from taxes, $682,800 from reserves, and $60,000 from grants
- Capital business plans totaling $9,446,283 are being presented
- New capital projects are expected to be funded by grants and reserves
- Proposed 4.76 per cent tax rate increase if all operational business cases are approved
Regular Council
The City Council is reviewing a road assessment report indicating that approximately $41 million will be needed over the next 15 years to repair surface infrastructure. The report notes that an average annual allocation of $2.6 million plus inflation is required to maintain roads to full-service standards.
- Road Assessment Report detailing $40,353,750 in required repairs over 15 years
- Approval of $136,000 in additional funding for the Manluk Centre Maintenance Project
- Approval of a $9,623.39 credit for 2022 Tax Assessment Roll amendments
- Approval of Hope Mission development permit amendments
- Approval of in-person budget open house sessions
Regular Council
The City Council is reviewing several policy updates and facility management items. Key discussions include the City Identity Policy, roof replacements for municipal facilities, and the disposal of surplus property.
- Divestment of surplus property at 168 Garwood Crescent
- Approval of City Identity Policy (CO-038)
- Expanded scope for By-the-Lake-Park Hall roof replacement
- Approval of Citizen Satisfaction Survey Policy (CO-053)
- Appointment of Lisa Brown as Assessment Review Board Clerk
Regular Council
Wetaskiwin City Council will consider several decisions, including a request to divest the Memorial Arts Centre and a funding request for ice resurfacer batteries. The meeting also includes presentations regarding food waste solutions and the local spray park.
- Decision on divesting the Memorial Arts Centre
- Funding request up to $34,000 for ice resurfacer unit 317 batteries
- Rescinding of Fire Hydrant Development Policy 6112
- Presentation from FoodCycler Municipal Solutions
- Presentation from the Spray Park Committee
Regular Council - 17 Jul 2023 REPUBLISHED
The City Council will review the Fire Master Plan and the Community Grant Program Policy. The meeting also includes decisions on insurance premium payments and a request for additional operating funding.
- Approval of Community Grant Program Policy (CO-019)
- $462,620.11 payment to AMSC Insurance Services for 2023 insurance premium
- $90,000 one-time funding request from the stabilization reserve
- Tax cancellation request of $1,873.60 due to fire loss
- Second and third readings of FCSS Governing Board Bylaw 2034-23
Special Council Meeting
This special meeting consists of procedural items and a closed session. The agenda includes the adoption of the agenda and a closed session regarding matters harmful to personal privacy.
- Closed session regarding personal privacy under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act
Regular Council - 26 Jun 2023 REPUBLISHED
The City Council is reviewing several staff reports and decision items, including the approval of a new Community Grant Program Policy and the Clean Energy Improvement Program Bylaw. Council will also discuss funding for the Manluk BoardRider inspection and updates regarding a local byelection.
- Approval of Community Grant Program Policy (CO-019)
- First, second, and third readings of the 2037-23 Clean Energy Improvement Program Bylaw
- $11,000 funding request for Manluk BoardRider inspection
- Tax cancellations for Moose Hall, Masonic Hall, Lion’s Campground, and Knight of Columbus
- Advanced voting for byelection scheduled for August 12, 2023
Regular Council
The City Council approved a 5.7% tax rate increase and several budget amendments. The meeting included discussions on transit service termination and a request for bridge funding to support specialized transportation.
- Approved 5.7% tax rate increase via Bylaw 2031-23
- Approved up to $118,000 for repair of City loader mounted snow blowers
- Approved $350,000 for the 55 Avenue Neighbourhood Renewal Project
- Approved up to $45,000 from Contingency Reserve for a by-election
- Received delegation requesting $200,000 bridge funding for transit services
Regular Council
The Council will consider several bylaws including the 2023 Tax Rate and new cemetery regulations. They will also discuss funding up to $45,000 for a required by-election and approve a new social media policy.
- 2023 Tax Rate Bylaw 2031-23
- Funding up to $45,000 from Contingency Reserve for a by-election
- Approval of Council Social Media Policy (CO-018)
- Memorial Cemetery Bylaw 2032-23 and Wetaskiwin Cemetery Bylaw 2033-23
- 2023 Airport Tax Rebate approvals
Regular Council
Wetaskiwin City Council will consider updating the Community Grant Program Policy and reviewing a Direct Control Permit application for the Hope Mission Shelter. The meeting also includes a delegation from Catholic Social Services regarding the impact of ending handi-van services.
- Approval of Community Grant Program Policy (CO-019)
- Direct Control Permit Application for Hope Mission Shelter
- Catholic Social Services delegation regarding handi-van service cancellation
- Wetaskiwin Fire Services staff burnout and turnover mitigation update
- Funding for City-owned cell phones for Council members
Special Council Meeting - 08 May 2023 - REPUBLISH
City Council is reviewing a request to close a section of 50 Avenue for a museum market. The proposed closure would take place on June 10, 2023, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
- Road closure of 50 Avenue between 50 and 52 Streets on June 10, 2023
- Wetaskiwin and District Heritage Museum AG Market
Regular Council
The City Council is reviewing a notice of motion to investigate restricting bear spray sales and use. They are also considering $28,000 for HVAC repairs at City Hall and the RCMP Detachment.
- Investigation into restricting bear spray sale and use
- $28,000 for City Hall and RCMP Detachment HVAC repairs
- Negotiations for Waste Management Services contract
- Rescinding motions regarding Jesus Cares Christian Fellowship land
- By-election planning following the resignation of Councillor Kevin Lonsdale
Regular Council
The City is considering how to fund a one-time $766,025 invoice for RCMP retroactive salary costs. Proposed funding includes the RCMP operating reserve and the Stabilization Reserve. Council is also considering joining a federation call for better federal consultation on policing costs.
- NPF Retro Pay Raise Invoice of $766,024.54
- Rezoning of 3 acres at lots 5800 and 5900 37A Avenue for Hope Mission
- Public hearing for redistricting 5710 56 Avenue from Urban Reserve to Light Industrial
- Update to Land Use Bylaw Part 11 (Bylaw 2030-23)
- Notice of motion regarding City-owned cell phones for Council members
Regular Council
The City Council will consider a counter offer regarding the Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) with the County of Wetaskiwin No. 10. The meeting also includes receiving updates on Manluk service levels and the Grant in Aid Policy. Additionally, Council will review committee reports and attendance records from various members.
- Joint Economic Development Initiative (JEDI) counter offer from County of Wetaskiwin No. 10
- Manluk Service Level Update report
- Grant in Aid Policy CO - 019 Update
- Council Committee Reports and Attendance
Regular Council - 13 Mar 2023 - REPUBLISHED
Wetaskiwin City Council is considering a direction to divest the Memorial Arts Centre and reviewing an update to the Land Use Bylaw. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding redistricting at 5800 and 5900 37 A Ave.
- Proposed divestment of the Memorial Arts Centre
- First reading of Land Use Bylaw update (Bylaw 2030-23)
- Public hearing for redistricting 5800 and 5900 37 A Ave from PUL to DC
- Request for extension to submit 2022 Audited Financial Statements to June 30, 2023
- 2022 Year-End Development Statistics Report showing $8,428,981.23 in total project value
Regular Council
The City Council will review the Fees and Charges Bylaw 2028-23 for its third and final reading. The meeting also includes an RCMP Q3 2022 report and updates on council committee attendance.
- Third reading of Fees and Charges Bylaw 2028-23
- RCMP Q3 2022 Report presentation
- Council Committee Reports and Attendance updates
- Mid-Sized City Mayor's Caucus Event participation report
Regular Council
The Council will consider rezoning 5800 37A Avenue for a Hope Mission facility and approving a $15,000 electric vehicle charging station project. Other items include a request from PRISM for road closures and a new requirement for modular housing permit approvals.
- Rezoning 5800 37A Avenue for Hope Mission emergency shelter and transitional housing
- $15,000 for Electric Vehicle Charging Station Project from contingency reserve
- Road closure requests for PRISM parade and crosswalk painting on Main Street
- Requirement for all future modular housing permits to be brought to Council for approval
- First, second, and third reading of the Fees and Charges Bylaw 2028-23
Special Council Meeting
The Wetaskiwin City Council will meet in a closed session to discuss a personnel matter. This session is requested under Section 19 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act regarding confidential evaluations.
- Closed session regarding a personnel matter
Special Council Meeting
The Special Council meeting includes a request to move into a closed session. This session is proposed under Section 29 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.
- Closed session discussion under FOIP Section 29
Regular Council
The City Council will consider spending up to $79,000 for facility repairs and $8,950 for an airport navigation beacon. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding rezoning 5800 37A Avenue for a public utility lot.
- Public hearing for rezoning bylaw 2027-22 (5800 37A Avenue)
- Approval of up to $79,000 for facility repairs from the Contingency Reserve
- Approval of $8,950 for airport navigation beacon replacement from the Contingency Reserve
- Discussion of Manluk Centre service levels and staffing capacity
- Report on Hope Mission Indigenous training, programming, and ceremonies