Woodlands County, AB
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- Public safety
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- Contracts & procurement
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
Finance/Taxation Committee
Committee to recommend 2027-2031 water/wastewater rate hikes and tax changes
The Finance/Taxation Committee will consider recommending Council approve a new 2027-2031 water and wastewater utility rate schedule, including a $40 monthly flat rate for water and wastewater, and elimination of the 4% commercial variable rate premium. It will also discuss a phased increase in the minimum property tax for Crown grazing leases ($100 in 2027, $150 in 2028, $200 in 2029), and receive updates on municipal indicators, quarterly financial reporting, bank reconciliations, and a proposed electronic payment policy.
- Recommend 2027-2031 water/wastewater rate schedule with $40 monthly flat rate for water and wastewater
- Eliminate 4% commercial variable rate premium effective January 1, 2027
- Phased minimum property tax increase for Crown grazing leases: $100 (2027), $150 (2028), $200 (2029)
- Receive Alberta Municipal Indicators report for information
- Adopt Policy F-5.205 Electronic Payment Policy as presented
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Finance/Taxation
Committee
Woodlands County Finance/Taxation
Committee
Thursday, August 20, 2026
A meeting of the Finance/Taxation Committee will be held Thursday, August 20, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m.
A meeting of the Finance/Taxation Committee will be held Thursday, August 20, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m.
A meeting of the Finance/Taxation Committee will be held Thursday, August 20, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Councillor Karen St. Martin called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the August 20, 2026,
agenda as presented.
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the August 20, 2026,
agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 7
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the Minutes of April
20, 2026, as presented.
Finance/Taxation Committee - 20 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the Minutes of April
20, 2026, as presented.
Finance/Taxation Committee - 20 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the Minutes of April
20, 2026, as presented. …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu Sep 10, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu Oct 8, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Governance & Priorities Committee
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu Oct 22, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Tue Dec 22, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026
Governance & Priorities Committee
Committee to recommend adopting updated Design Guidelines and Construction Standards
The Woodlands County Governance & Priorities Committee is meeting to consider two main items: recommending Council adopt the updated 2026 Design Guidelines and Construction Standards, and recommending first reading of Traffic Bylaw 647/26, which would rescind three related policies. The committee will also hear a delegation from Transitional Solutions Inc. and move into closed session to discuss Bylaw Enforcement Officer Bylaw 635/25 and related policies.
- Adoption of 2026 Design Guidelines and Construction Standards, updating 2016 version, with CAO delegated to approve future amendments
- First reading of Traffic Bylaw 647/26
- Rescind Policy 3211 Overweight Permits, Policy 3219 Road Use Agreement, Policy 3226 Waterline Crossings on Road Allowances
- Direct Administration to prepare Fees and Charges Bylaw amendment for permit fees and utility crossing security
- Closed session on Bylaw Enforcement Officer Bylaw 635/25, Policies 2602 & 2601
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Governance &
Priorities Committee
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
A meeting of the Governance & Priorities Committee will be held Wednesday, August 19, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:00 p.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee adopt the August
19, 2026 Governance & Priorities Committee Agenda as
presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
None
5.
DELEGATION(S) & PRESENTATIONS
5.1.
5:30 p.m. Delegation - Transitional Solutions Inc. (TSI): Chris
Harrow and Tiffany Edgecombe
6.
OLD BUSINESS
None
7.
NEW BUSINESS
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7.1.
2026 Design Guidelines and Construction Standards Update
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee recommends that
Council adopt the Woodlands County Design Guidelines and
Construction Standards, dated August 2026, and delegate
authority to the Chief Administrative Officer to approve future
administrative and technical amendments.
RFD: 2026 Design Guidelines and Construction Standards
Update - Pdf
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee recommends that
Council adopt the Woodlands County Design Guidelines and
Construction Standards, dated August 2026, and delegat …
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Thu Aug 13, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to consider AI policy, community standards, and emergency management bylaws
Woodlands County Council is meeting to consider several bylaws and policies, including first readings of Community Standards Bylaw 634/25, Special Events Bylaw 641/26, and Emergency Management Bylaw 645/26, as well as a new AI usage policy. They will also hear delegations from Midstream Energy Partners (in closed session) and the Whitecourt Woodlands Winter Recreation Park Society, and approve a public engagement plan for the new bylaws.
- First reading of Community Standards Bylaw 634/25
- First reading of Special Events Bylaw 641/26
- Emergency Management Bylaw 645/26: first, second, and third readings with amendment to section 6.1
- Adoption of Policy AD-2.012, Artificial Intelligence (AI) Usage
- Approve $2,000 Growth Alberta Partnership membership fee and $1,000 conference sponsorship
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Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, August 13, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, August 13, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the August 13, 2026, Regular Council
Meeting Agenda as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
10 - 23
4.1
July 16, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the July 16, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes as presented.
RFD: July 16, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
5.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6.
DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Closed Session
THAT Council move into Closed Session pursuant to the
Municipal Government Act s. 197(2) and the Access to
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Information Act (ATIA) s. 19(1)(a)(ii) at (time) to discuss the
following:
Information Act (ATIA) s. 19(1)(a)(ii) at (time) to discuss the
following:
Information Act (ATIA) s. 19(1)(a)(ii) at (time) to discuss the
following:
Item 6.1 Delegation: Midstream Energy Partners (ATIA s.
19(1)(a)(ii)) business interests of a third party
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Wed Aug 12, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Governance & Priorities Committee
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Governance & Priorities Committee
Committee to discuss policy updates and closed session on employee compensation
The Governance & Priorities Committee will consider approving a new Service Request Tracking policy, updating the Council Committees Bylaw, and reviewing an AI Utilization Policy. The meeting will also include a closed session to discuss Draft Policy HR - 7.024 - Employee Compensation.
- Policy AD-2.013 Service Request Tracking (repeal Policy 1216)
- Council Committees Bylaw (draft)
- Draft Policy HR - 7.024 - Employee Compensation (closed session)
- AI Utilization Policy (recommendation to retain elected-official provisions)
- Draft Special Events Bylaw 641/26
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Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Governance &
Priorities Committee
Wednesday, July 22, 2026
A meeting of the Governance & Priorities Committee will be held Wednesday, July 22, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:00 p.m.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That the G&P Committee adopts the agenda as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 8
3.1.
June 10, 2026, Governance & Priorities Committee Meeting
Minutes
RFD: June 10, 2026, Governance & Priorities Committee Meeting
Minutes - Pdf
4. PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
None
5. DELEGATION(S) & PRESENTATIONS
None
6. OLD BUSINESS
9 - 28
6.1.
Policy AD-2.013 Service Request Tracking
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee recommend
Council approve Policy AD-2.013 Service Request Tracking and
repeal Policy 1216 Service Request Tracking.
Page 1 of 110
RFD: Policy AD-2.013 Service Request Tracking - Pdf
7. NEW BUSINESS
7.1.
Draft Special Events Bylaw 641/26
29 - 87
7.2.
Council Committees Bylaw
THAT the Governance and Priorities Committee direct
Administration to bring back an updated Council Committees
Bylaw incorporating the amendments as presented.
Closed Sesssion
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee move into closed
session at (time) pursuant to section 197(2) of the Municipal
Government Act and s. 28 of the Access to Information Act for
discussion of the Dra …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Woodlands County Council discusses bylaws, equipment donations, and regional committees
Council will review several bylaws including a Procedural Bylaw and a Community Standards Bylaw. The agenda includes the acceptance of fire skid unit donations from GlobalMedic for three local fire stations and the establishment of new regional committees.
- Second and third reading of Procedural Bylaw 638/26
- First reading of Community Standards Bylaw 634/25
- Donation of three fire skid units from GlobalMedic to Blue Ridge, Fort Assiniboine, and Goose Lake stations
- Establishment of a Joint Tourism Committee with the Town of Whitecourt
- Establishment of a Joint Ad Hoc CT Scanner Regional Advocacy Committee
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Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, July 16, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, July 16, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the July 16, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Agenda as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
7 - 19
4.1
June 18, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the June 18, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes as presented.
RFD: June 18, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
5.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6.
DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
20 - 42
6.1
9:30 a.m. - Delegation: Ms. Nancy Keough, Library Director,
Whitecourt and District Library
THAT Council receive the presentation provided by Ms. Nancy
Page 1 of 457
Keough, Library Director, Whitecourt and District Library as
information.
RFD: 9:30 a.m. - Delegation: Whitecourt and District Library - Pdf
Keough, Library Director, Whitecourt and District Library as
information.
RFD: 9:30 a.m. - Delegation: Whitecourt and District Library - Pdf
Keough, Library Director, Whitecourt and District Library as
information.
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Mon Jun 29, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Airport Advisory
Airport Advisory Committee to recommend continuing land leasing over sales
The Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to review operational updates and a revised conceptual plan for the CYZU airport. The body will recommend that the county continue leasing airport lands rather than selling them until a full Master Plan is completed. They will also review proposed land use bylaw amendments regarding setbacks.
- Recommendation to maintain current land leasing approach vs. selling
- Review of revised CYZU Airport Conceptual Plan
- Proposed CYZU Land Use Bylaw amendments for setbacks
- Update on haying activities at CYZU Airport
- Appointment of Committee Chair and Vice-Chair
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Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Airport Advisory
Monday, June 29, 2026
Woodlands County Airport Advisory
Monday, June 29, 2026
A meeting of the Airport Advisory will be held Monday, June 29, 2026 in the Council Chambers,
Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m.
A meeting of the Airport Advisory will be held Monday, June 29, 2026 in the Council Chambers,
Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m.
A meeting of the Airport Advisory will be held Monday, June 29, 2026 in the Council Chambers,
Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Director, Infrastructure Services, Greg Edwards called the meeting to
order at (time).
Director, Infrastructure Services, Greg Edwards called the meeting to
order at (time).
4
1.1.
Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair
RFD: Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair - Pdf
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Airport Advisory Committee adopt the June 29, 2026,
Agenda, as presented.
THAT the Airport Advisory Committee adopt the June 29, 2026,
Agenda, as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
5 - 7
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
THAT the Airport Advisory Committee adopt the August 26, 2025,
meeting minutes, as presented.
Airport Advisory - 26 Aug 2025 - Minutes - Pdf
THAT the Airport Advisory Committee adopt the August 26, 2025,
meeting …
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Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Economic Development Committee
Committee reviews heavy industrial site marketing and economic development strategy.
The Economic Development Committee will review a heavy industrial site selection and marketing update from Goodeve & Associates. Members will also discuss strategic direction for economic development, including recruitment alignment and updates to the committee's terms of reference. Additionally, the committee will approve conference attendance for staff members and receive an information report on the West Coast Oil Pipeline. Several investment readiness and attraction studies will be reviewed in closed session.
- Heavy industrial site selection and marketing update from Goodeve & Associates
- Strategic direction discussion for economic development recruitment and committee terms
- Approval for Member-at-Large attendance at SiteLink Conference and EDA Ministry Dinner
- Information report on West Coast Oil Pipeline presentation from May Council meeting
- Closed session reviews of investment readiness studies and attraction updates
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Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Woodlands County
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Woodlands County
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
A meeting of the Economic Development Committee will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 12:30 p.m.
A meeting of the Economic Development Committee will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 12:30 p.m.
A meeting of the Economic Development Committee will be held Tuesday, June 23, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 12:30 p.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Patricia MacNeil called the meeting to order at_________ p.m.
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Agenda of the June 23, 2026, Economic Development
Committee Meeting be adopted as presented.
THAT the Agenda of the June 23, 2026, Economic Development
Committee Meeting be adopted as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 10
3.1.
April 28, 2026, Economic Development Committee Meeting
Minutes
April 28, 2026, Economic Development Committee Meeting
Minutes
THAT the Minutes of the April 28, 2026, Economic Development
Committee meeting be adopted as amended.
RFD: April 28, 2026, Economic …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Community Services Committee
Committee to review and restructure Benefits Program for seniors, low-income, disabled
The Community Services Committee will discuss and recommend amendments to Policy CS.R-1.001 Benefits Program, which currently provides a property tax rebate, healthcare transportation funding, and free snow flags. Administration is considering consolidating these into a single flexible credit up to $600 per eligible resident, and adding dust control as a benefit. The committee will compile discussion points and bring a revised draft to a future meeting.
- Review of Policy CS.R-1.001 Benefits Program for seniors, low-income, and disabled residents
- Potential consolidation of property tax rebate ($150), healthcare transport ($0.50/km, max $300), and snow flags (up to 3 per year) into a single flexible credit up to $600
- Consideration of adding dust control as a new benefit stream
- Council referral to investigate predetermined property tax credit for flexible use
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Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Community Services Committee
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Woodlands County
Community Services Committee
Thursday, June 11, 2026
Woodlands County
Community Services Committee
Thursday, June 11, 2026
A meeting of the Community Services Committee will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026 in the
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:30 p.m.
A meeting of the Community Services Committee will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026 in the
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:30 p.m.
A meeting of the Community Services Committee will be held on Thursday, June 11, 2026 in the
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:30 p.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Tracy Mitchell called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Agenda of the June 11, 2026 Community Services
Committee Meeting be adopted as presented.
THAT the Agenda of the June 11, 2026 Community Services
Committee Meeting be adopted as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 8
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
THAT the Minutes of the April 9, 2026 Community Services
Committee Meeting be adopted as presented.
Community Services Committee - 09 Apr 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
THAT the Minutes of the April 9, 2026 Community Services
Committee Meeting be adopted as pre …
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Wed Jun 10, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Governance & Priorities Committee
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to finalize CAO Bylaw amendment and decide library levy hike
Council will give three readings to Bylaw 642-26 amending the Chief Administrative Officer Bylaw. They will also vote on an increase in the Yellowhead Regional Library municipal levy from $4.85 to $5.60 per capita, effective 2027. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss the Eagle River Provincial Recreation Area operating agreement and strategic items.
- Bylaw 642-26 CAO Bylaw Amendment - all three readings
- Yellowhead Regional Library levy increase: $4.85 to $5.60 per capita
- Adoption of Policy AD-2.014 Privacy Management Program
- Closed session: Eagle River Provincial Recreation Area Operating Agreement
- Notice of Motion on Formal Change Management
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Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Wednesday, June 3, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Wednesday, June 3, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
8.1 Notice of Motion - Formal Change Management
8.2 Notice of Motion - Council Chair Training
8.1 Notice of Motion - Formal Change Management
8.2 Notice of Motion - Council Chair Training
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the (date) Regular Council Meeting Agenda
as presented.
THAT Council adopt the (date) Regular Council Meeting Agenda
as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
6 - 14
4.1
May 7, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the May 7, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes as presented.
RFD: May 7, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 12:30 PM
Economic Development Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu May 21, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to vote on allowing contracted appeal board members
Council will decide on a bylaw amendment allowing contracted Subdivision and Development Appeal Board clerk and board members to address staffing challenges. They will also review a relief assistance policy for catastrophic events, appoint weed and pest inspectors, and approve a $149,500 budget increase for economic development projects. Several closed-session items include a flood damage compensation request and CAO employment agreement.
- Bylaw 643/26: allow contracted SDAB clerk and board members (third reading possible)
- NRED program budget increase of $149,500 for economic development projects
- Host delegation from Tana River, Kenya at budgeted cost of $3,696.03
- Appointment of weed and pest inspectors for 2026 season
- Closed session: landowner request for flood damage compensation at 13 Park Drive
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Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, May 21, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m..
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m..
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, May 21, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m..
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the May 21, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Agenda as presented.
THAT Council adopt the May 21, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Agenda as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
None
5.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6.
DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Closed Session
THAT Council move into closed session at (time) pursuant to the
Municipal Government Act section 197(2) and the Access to
Information Act sections 19, 20 and 26 to discuss disclosure
har …
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Tue May 19, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Agriculture Services Board
Board to hear $5,000 funding request from Gateway Research Organization
The Agriculture Services Board will receive presentations from Gateway Research Organization (requesting $5,000 annual funding) and Farming Forward Association. They will also review and potentially modify policies on beaver flood control, clubroot, soil conservation, and insect control on rights-of-way. Additionally, they will discuss advertising resources for agriculture awards and receive a shelterbelt program survey update.
- Gateway Research Organization presentation requesting $5,000 annual funding
- Farming Forward Association update on 2025 activities
- Review of Beaver Flood Control procedure IS.AG.6-004
- Policy review for Clubroot of Canola & Field Entry Protocol
- Shelterbelt Program Survey results as of May 15, 2026
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Council Chambers Fort Assiniboine
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Agriculture Services Board
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
A meeting of the Agriculture Services Board will be held Tuesday, May 19, 2026 in the Council
Chambers Fort Assiniboine commencing at 10:00 a.m..
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That Agriculture Services accept the agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 7
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
Agriculture Services Board - 27 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
4.
DELEGATION(S)
8
4.1.
10:30am - Andria Carlyon, Gateway Research Organization
(GRO)
THAT the Agriculture Services Board receive Andria Carlyon,
Manager of Gateway Research Organization presentation as
information.
RFD: 10:30am - Andria Carlyon, Gateway Research Organization
(GRO) - Pdf
9
4.2.
11:00am - Carri Ste. Pierre, Farming Forward Association
THAT the Agriculture Services Board receive Carri Ste. Pierre,
Executive Director of Farming Forward Association presentation
as information.
RFD: 11:00am - Carri Ste. Pierre, Farming Forward Association -
Pdf
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5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
10
5.1.
Advertising Resources for Agriculture Services Awards &
Sponsorships
THAT the Agriculture Services Board receive the Advertising
Resources as information.
RFD: Advertising Resources for Agriculture Services Awards &
Sponsorships - Pdf
11 - 20
5.2.
ASB Procedure Review - Agricu …
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Thu May 7, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Woodlands County Council to consider 2026 property tax rates
Council will meet to decide on the 2026 Property Tax Rate Bylaw and a new Procedural Bylaw. The body will also discuss an operating agreement for the Eagle River Provincial Recreation Area and a public participation plan for the 2027 budget.
- Bylaw 640-26: 2026 Property Tax Rate Bylaw
- Bylaw 638-26: Procedural Bylaw
- Eagle River Provincial Recreation Area operating agreement with the Province of Alberta
- 2027 Budget Public Participation Plan
- Amendments to Public Participation Policy (G-1.003)
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, May 7, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, May 7, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the May 7, 2026, Council Meeting Agenda
as presented.
THAT Council adopt the May 7, 2026, Council Meeting Agenda
as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
6 - 17
4.1
April 23, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the April 23, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes as presented.
RFD: May 7, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
THAT Council adopt the April 23, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes as presented.
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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Committee to review revised Northern and Regional Economic Development plan
The Economic Development Committee will discuss updating the Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) Implementation Plan and budget for 2026-2027. The focus is shifting from marketing toward data-driven tools and technical studies to better attract industrial investment.
- Proposed Change Order to the Government of Alberta for NRED project budget
- Heavy Industrial Site Study presentation by Goodeve & Associates
- Water Availability Study to address investor information gaps
- Update on Invest Alberta Requests for Information (RFI)
- Review of Economic Development Work Plan updates
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Economic Development Committee
Tuesday, April 28, 2026
A meeting of the Economic Development Committee will be held Tuesday, April 28, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 1:00 p.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Councillor Patricia MacNeil called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Agenda of the April 28, 2026 Economic Development
Committee meeting be adopted as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 9
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
THAT the Minutes of the March 25, 2026 Economic Development
Committee meeting be adopted as presented.
Economic Development Committee - 25 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
4.
DELEGATION(S)
Closed Session
THAT the Woodlands County Economic Development Committee
move into Closed Session at ___ p.m. pursuant to Section 197(2)
of the Municipal Government Act and the applicable provisions of
the Access to Information Act (ATIA) s. 19(1) and s. 30(1).
Revert to the Regular Economic Development Committee
Meeting
THAT the Woodlands County Economic Development Committee
revert back to the Regular Committee Meeting at ___ p.m.
4.1.
Delegation 1:15pm - Goodeve & Associates - Heavy
Page 1 of 45
Industrial Site Study
5.
NEW BUSINESS
10 - 26
5.1.
Northern and Regional Economic Development Program
(NRED) …
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Thu Apr 23, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council adopts 2026 budget, 5‑year capital plan and transfers $2.2 M to reserves
The council approved the 2026 Operating Budget, the 2026‑2030 five‑year Capital Plan, and the five‑year Operating Plan. It also authorized moving $2,213,293.69 from the 2025 surplus into reserve funds and approved a 2.5% mill‑rate increase for the 2026 taxation year. Additional items included an informational discussion on the Clean Energy Improvement Program and routine departmental reports.
- Adopt 2026 Operating Budget as presented
- Adopt 2026‑2030 five‑year Capital Plan as presented
- Adopt five‑year Operating Plan as presented
- Transfer $2,213,293.69 from 2025 surplus to reserves
- Approve 2.5% mill‑rate increase for 2026 taxation year
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, April 23, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, April 23, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the April 23, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Agenda as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
6 - 18
4.1
September 24, 2025, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
That Council amend the minutes of September 24, 2025, Regular
Council meeting, as previously adopted, by inserting the omitted
motion under item 7.3 Policy AD-2.007-Employee Recognition
Program to read as follows:
C-15-342-2025
Moved by Councillor Peter Kuelken
"THAT Council direct Administration to bring the internal
employee recognition back to a Governance & Priorities meeting
for discussion", to accurately reflect the proceedings of the
meeting.
Carried
RFD: September 24, 2025, Regular Council Meeting Minutes -
Pdf
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19 - 27
4.2
April 9, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the April 9, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Minutes as presented.
RFD: April 9, 2026 Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
5.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6.
DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATI …
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Mon Apr 20, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Finance/Taxation Committee
Committee to recommend $705K budget revision, 2026 mill rates
The Finance/Taxation Committee will discuss and recommend approval of the 2025 audited financial statements, the 2026 operating and capital budget revision totaling $705,677, and the adoption of 2026 mill rates under Scenario 7. They will also receive a fire services operating budget variance report for information.
- Recommend approval of 2025 audited financial statements from Metrix Group
- Recommend $437,887 operating and $267,790 capital budget revisions for 2026
- Recommend funding $229,907 from 2025 surplus and $475,770 from capital reserves
- Recommend adopting 2026 mill rates as per Scenario 7
- Receive fire services budget variance report for each station
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Finance/Taxation
Committee
Monday, April 20, 2026
A meeting of the Finance/Taxation Committee will be held Monday, April 20, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m..
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Councillor St. Martin called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the April 20, 2026,
Agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 6
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
That the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the March 25, 2026,
Minutes as presented.
Finance/Taxation Committee - 25 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
4.
BUSINESS ARISING
None
5.
NEW BUSINESS
7 - 36
5.1.
2025 Audited Financial Statements - Metrix Group
THAT Finance and Taxation Committee recommend to Council to
approve the 2025 Audited Financial Statements for the year
ended December 31,2025.
RFD: 2025 Audited Financial Statements - Metrix Group - Pdf
37 - 48
5.2.
Fire Operating Budget Variance
Page 1 of 87
THAT the Finance and Taxation Committee receive the 2025–
2026 Fire Services variance report for each station for
information.
RFD: Fire Operating Budget Variance - Pdf
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5.3.
2026 Operating and Capital Budget Revision Update
Motion 1
THAT the Finance and Taxation Committee recommend that
Council approve the proposed budg …
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Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Governance & Priorities Committee
Committee to vote on requiring public participation in budget process
The Governance & Priorities Committee will consider recommending Council amend the Public Participation Policy to make public participation mandatory during the annual budget process. They will also discuss Bylaw 638-26 (Procedural Bylaw) and Bylaw 639-26 (CAO Bylaw) in closed session due to legal privilege. The committee will adopt minutes from March 19.
- Amend Public Participation Policy to require budget public participation
- Closed session re: Bylaw 638-26 (Procedural Bylaw) and Bylaw 639-26 (CAO Bylaw)
- Delegation from Brownlee LLP under ATIA legal/privileged items
- Adoption of March 19, 2026 meeting minutes
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Governance &
Priorities Committee
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
A meeting of the Governance & Priorities Committee will be held Wednesday, April 15, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:00 p.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Chair Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That the Governance & Priorities Committee adopt the April 15,
2026, agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 9
3.1.
March 19, 2026, Governance & Priorities Committee Meeting
Minutes
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee adopt the March
19, 2026, Governance & Priorities Committee Meeting Minutes as
presented.
RFD: March 19, 2026, Governance & Priorities Committee
Meeting Minutes - Pdf
4.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
None
5.
DELEGATION(S) & PRESENTATIONS
5.1.
Closed Session
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee move into Closed
Session pursuant to the Municipal Government Act s. 197(2) and
Page 1 of 41
the Access to Information Act (ATIA) Section 28 & 32 at (time), to
discuss legal matters and privileged information under items 5.3,
6.1 and 6.2 with delegate A. Gulamhusein.
5.2.
Revert to Regular Committee Meeting
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee revert to the
Regular Committee meeting at (time).
5.3.
5:05 p.m. - Delegation - Ali …
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Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Finance/Taxation Committee
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council authorizes Trail Manager Agreement for Centre of Alberta Natural Area
The council will adopt the regular meeting agenda and approve the minutes from the March 26, 2026 meeting. It will defer adoption of two new human‑resource policies (HR‑7.004 New Employee Orientation and HR‑7.003 Payment of Wages and Salaries) pending revised drafts. It will also authorize the administration to finalize and execute a Trail Manager Agreement with the Province of Alberta for the Centre of Alberta Natural Area and hold a closed‑session for confidential matters.
- Authorize execution of the Centre of Alberta Natural Area – Trail Manager Agreement
- Defer adoption of Policy HR‑7.004 – New Employee Orientation
- Defer adoption of Policy HR‑7.003 – Payment of Wages and Salaries
- Rescind Policy 1962‑09 Court Leaves and adopt Policy HR‑7.017 – Court Leaves
- Rescind Policy 1964‑01 – Health & Safety and adopt Policy HS‑3.001 – Health & Safety with safety‑footwear reimbursement provision
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, April 9, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, April 9, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the April 9, 2026, Regular Council Meeting
Agenda as presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
5 - 12
4.1
March 26, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the Regular Council Meeting Minutes of
March 26, 2026, as presented.
RFD: March 26, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
5.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6.
DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
13 - 33
6.1
9:35 a.m. - Whitecourt & District Chamber of Commerce
THAT Council receive, for information, the annual update
presentation from Alyssa Calliou, Manager of the Whitecourt &
Page 1 of 143
District Chamber of Commerce.
RFD: 9:35 a.m. - Whitecourt & District Chamber of Commerce -
Pdf
7.
BYLAWS & POLICIES
34 - 44
7.1
Policy HR-7.004 - New Employee Orientation
THAT Council defer adoption of Policy HR-7.004 – New
Employee Orientation and direct Administration to return with a
revised high-level …
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Thu Apr 9, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Community Services Committee
Committee hears 2026 recreation and arts grant applicants
The Community Services Committee will receive presentations from 2026 Recreation Grant applicants (Fort Assiniboine & District Agricultural Society, Fort Assiniboine Lawn Mower Racing Association, Whitecourt District Agricultural Society, Woodlands Ste. Anne Gymkhana Club) and 2026 Arts & Culture Grant applicants (Pumpjack Players Whitecourt Drama Society, Northwest Rural Women's Conference, Whitecourt Indigenous Friends Society, Woodlands Arts and Music Guild). The committee will also consider adopting previous minutes and may move into closed session.
- Fort Assiniboine & District Agricultural Society — Recreation Grant presentation
- Fort Assiniboine Lawn Mower Racing Association — Recreation Grant presentation
- Whitecourt District Agricultural Society — Recreation Grant presentation
- Pumpjack Players Whitecourt Drama Society — Arts & Culture Grant presentation
- Woodlands Arts and Music Guild — Arts & Culture Grant presentation
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Community Services Committee
Thursday, April 9, 2026
A meeting of the Community Services Committee will be held via teleconference on Thursday, April 9,
2026 in the Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:30 p.m..
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 6
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
That the Minutes be adopted as presented
Community Services Committee - 12 Mar 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
4. DELEGATIONS
7
4.1.
Delegations - 2026 Recreation Grant Applicants
That the Community Services Committee receives the 2026
Recreation Grant applicant's presentations as information.
RFD: Delegations - 2026 Recreation Grant Applicants - Pdf
8
4.2.
Delegations - 2026 Arts & Culture Grant Applicants
That the Community Services Committee receives the 2026 Arts
& Culture Grant applicant's presentations as information.
RFD: Delegations - 2026 Arts & Culture Grant Applicants - Pdf
5. NEW BUSINESS
5.1.
Closed Session
That the Community Services Committee move into Closed
Session at ___ p.m. pursuant to Section 197(2) of the Municipal
Government Act (MGA) and the applicable provisions of the
Access to Information Act (ATIA) s. 19(1).
Page 1 of 8
5.2.
Revert to the Regular Community Services Committee
Meeting
That the Community Services Committee revert to the Regular
Committee Meeting at ___ p.m.
5.3.
2026 Recreation Grant Applic …
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Fri Mar 27, 2026 · 10:00 AM
Agriculture Services Board
Board directs revised H.A.R.V.E.S.T. policy to chief for further direction
The Woodlands County Agriculture Services Board adopted its agenda and minutes, accepted a shelterbelt program presentation as information, and directed administration to present the revised H.A.R.V.E.S.T. policy to the Chief Administrative Officer. It also approved attendance for interested members at the 2026 Provincial Agriculture Service Board Summer Tour (July 14‑16) and accepted a letter of support regarding the Lacombe Research and Development Center closure. Additional items included acceptance of several reports and a decision on the Compound 1080 Coyote Predation Control program.
- Accept Lisa Card’s Shelterbelt Program presentation as information
- Direct administration to present revised H.A.R.V.E.S.T. policy to the Chief Administrative Officer
- Approve attendance for Board members at the 2026 Provincial Agriculture Service Board Summer Tour (July 14‑16)
- Accept Letter of Support for Lacombe Research and Development Center closure as information
- Direct administration on the Compound 1080 Coyote Predation Control program (Option ___)
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Agriculture Services Board
Friday, March 27, 2026
A meeting of the Agriculture Services Board will be held Friday, March 27, 2026 in the Council
Chambers commencing at 10:00 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Agriculture Services accept the agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 7
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
Agriculture Services Board - 16 Jan 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
4.
DELEGATION(S)
8 - 18
4.1.
10:30a.m. Shelterbelt Program - Lisa Card, Coordinator for
ALUS Barrhead-Westlock-Athabasca
THAT the Agriculture Services Board accept Lisa Card,
Coordinator ALUS Barrhead-Westlock-Athabasca Shelterbelt
presentation as information.
RFD: 10:30a.m. Shelterbelt Program - Lisa Card, Coordinator for
ALUS Barrhead-Westlock-Athabasca - Pdf
5.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
19 - 26
5.1.
Policy
Review
-
H.A.R.V.E.S.T
Program
(Honoring
Agricultural Resilience, Values, Excellence, Stewardship &
Tradition)
THAT the Agriculture Services Board direct administration to
Page 1 of 114
present the revised policy to Chief Administrative Officer for
further direction.
RFD: Policy Review - H.A.R.V.E.S.T Program (Honoring
Agricultural Resilience, Values, Excellence, Stewardship &
Tradition) - Pdf
6.
NEW BUSINESS
27 - 31
6.1.
2026 Provincial Agriculture Service Board Tour
THAT th …
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Thu Mar 26, 2026 · 09:30 AM
Council Meeting
Council to consider Hamlet of Blue Ridge Area Structure Plan engagement
Woodlands County Council will meet to discuss the communication plan for the Hamlet of Blue Ridge Area Structure Plan. The body will also receive reports on fire services and enforcement services.
- Adoption of the Hamlet of Blue Ridge Area Structure Plan (ASP) Communication & Engagement Plan
- 2025 Woodlands County Fire Services Year in Review
- 2025 Q4 report from Lac Ste. Anne County Enforcement Services
- Direction to revert to monthly Service Request Tracker Reporting starting April 2026
- Rescheduling of the June 4, 2026 meeting to June 3, 2026
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Council Meeting
Thursday, March 26, 2026
A regular meeting of the Council for Woodlands County will be held Thursday, March 26, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:30 a.m.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
3.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3.1
Adoption of Agenda
THAT Council adopt the (date) Council Meeting Agenda as
presented.
4.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
5 - 13
4.1
March 12, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes
THAT Council adopt the Regular Council Meeting Minutes held
on March 12, 2026, as presented.
RFD: March 12, 2026, Regular Council Meeting Minutes - Pdf
5.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
6.
DELEGATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
14 - 23
6.1
9:30 a.m. Delegation - D. Choma, Lac Ste. Anne County
Enforcement Services
THAT Council receive the 2025 Q4 report from Lac Ste. Anne
Page 1 of 66
County Enforcement Services for information.
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Enforcement Services - Pdf
7.
BYLAWS & POLICIES
None
8.
NEW BUSINESS
24 - 32
8.1
Hamlet
of
Blue
Ridge
Area
Structure
Plan
(ASP):
Communication & Engagement Plan
THAT Council adopt the Hamlet of Blue Ridge Area Structure
Plan (ASP) Communication & Engagement Plan.
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Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 09:00 AM
Finance/Taxation Committee
Finance Committee reviews 2026 budget revisions and mill rates
The Finance/Taxation Committee is discussing proposed budget revisions and the adoption of 2026 mill rates. The body is also reviewing taxation frameworks for vacant residential lots following a request for tax relief from a developer.
- Proposed operating budget revisions of $508,887
- Proposed capital budget revisions of $292,790
- Recommendation to adopt mill rates under Scenario 4 for the 2026 taxation year
- Discussion on creating an alternate assessment subclass for vacant residential land
- Review of 380 vacant residential lots representing 2.39% of all county properties
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Finance/Taxation
Committee
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
A meeting of the Finance/Taxation Committee will be held Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in the Council
Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 9:00 a.m..
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the March 25, 2026
Agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 5
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
THAT the Finance/Taxation Committee adopt the Minutes of
November 5, 2025, as presented
Finance/Taxation Committee - 05 Nov 2025 - Minutes - Pdf
4.
BUSINESS ARISING
None
5.
NEW BUSINESS
6 - 16
5.1.
Tax Relief Measures and Review of Vacant Lot Taxation.
THAT Taxation and Finance Committee accepts the discussion
regarding alternative taxation frameworks for information.
RFD: Tax Relief Measures and Review of Vacant Lot Taxation. -
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5.2.
2026 Operating and Capital Budget Revision Update and
Budget Survey Results.
Page 1 of 61
THAT the Finance/Taxation Committee recommend that Council
approve the proposed budget revisions for incorporation into the
final operating budget in the amount of $508,887 and capital
budget in the amount of $292,790 to be adopted in April.
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Budget Survey …
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Wed Mar 25, 2026 · 01:00 PM
Economic Development Committee
Committee recommends Council add Investment Readiness Report data to work plan
The Woodlands County Economic Development Committee will recommend that Council direct Administration to incorporate the Community Investment Readiness Report into the Economic Development Work Plan. It will also advise Council on possible changes to the 2026 Economic Development budget and request an amendment to the Northern and Regional Economic Development program scope for a Site Selector Readiness model. Additional items include receiving a proposed Business Retention & Expansion Strategy and work‑plan updates as information.
- Recommendation to incorporate Community Investment Readiness Report into the Economic Development Work Plan
- Recommendation to request NRED program to amend scope for a Site Selector Readiness and Evaluation Model
- Economic Development Budget Update with proposed changes for Council consideration
- Presentation of Proposed Business Retention & Expansion Strategy (information)
- Work Plan Updates received as information
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Economic Development Committee
Wednesday, March 25, 2026
A meeting of the Economic Development Committee will be held Wednesday, March 25, 2026 in the
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 1:00 pm.
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
The Chair called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That the Agenda be adopted as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 8
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
That the minutes be adopted as presented.
Economic Development Committee - 24 Feb 2026 - Minutes - Pdf
4.
DELEGATION(S)
5.
COMMITTEE MEMBER REPORTS
6.
NEW BUSINESS
9 - 22
6.1.
Community Futures Yellowhead East Regional Investment
Attraction & Marketing Initiative - Woodlands County
Investment Readiness Report
That the Woodlands County Economic Development Committee
recommends to Woodlands County Council to direct
Administration to incorporate the data outlined in the Community
Investment Readiness Report into the Economic Development
Page 1 of 149
Work Plan.
RFD: Community Futures Yellowhead East Regional Investment
Attraction & Marketing Initiative - Woodlands County Investment
Readiness Report - Pdf
23 - 32
6.2.
Economic Development Budget Update
That the Woodlands County Economic Development Committee
makes recommendations to Woodlands County Council
regarding any pr …
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Mon Mar 23, 2026 · 10:30 AM
Emergency Management Committee
Committee reviews 2026 Disaster Services budget with added $3k PD and $4k ads
The Woodlands County Emergency Management Committee met on March 23, 2026 to adopt its agenda and the February 25 minutes. It received a presentation of the 2026 Disaster Services Operations budget and approved motions to inform the County Tax Committee that the budget now includes an extra $3,000 for professional development (raising that line to $16,720) and an extra $4,000 for advertising (raising that line to $5,000).
- Adopted the March 23 agenda as presented
- Adopted the February 25, 2026 meeting minutes
- Received the 2026 Disaster Services Operations budget for information
- Advised the County Tax Committee of a $3,000 increase for professional development, bringing the line to $16,720
- Advised the County Tax Committee of a $4,000 increase for advertising, bringing the line to $5,000
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Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Emergency
Management Committee
Monday, March 23, 2026
A meeting of the Emergency Management Committee will be held Monday, March 23, 2026 in the
Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 10:30 a.m.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
THAT the Emergency Management Committee adopt the March
23, 2026, agenda as presented.
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 6
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
THAT the Emergency Management Committee Meeting Minutes
held on February 25, 2026, be adopted as presented.
Emergency Management Committee - 25 Feb 2026 - Minutes -
Pdf
4. BUSINESS ARISING
None
5. NEW BUSINESS
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5.1.
2026 Disaster Services Operations Budget Overview
Motion 1: THAT the Emergency Management Committee receive
the 2026 Disaster Services Operations budget as information.
Motion 2: THAT the Emergency Management Committee Chair
advise the County Tax Committee that the 2026 Disaster
Services Operations budget has been revised to include more
Professional Development for County Emergency Management
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team.
Motion 3: THAT the Emergency Management Committee Chair
advise the County Tax Committee that the 2026 Disaster
Services Operations budget has been revised to include more
emergency management advertising funds.
RFD: 2026 Disaster Services Operations Budget Overview - Pdf
6. NEXT MEETING
6.1.
Next Schedule …
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Thu Mar 19, 2026 · 05:00 PM
Governance & Priorities Committee
Governance Committee to review fire apparel and service request policies
The Governance & Priorities Committee is meeting to recommend several policy updates to Council, including fire apparel standardization and service request tracking. The body will also discuss the 2026 Policy and Bylaw Modernization Program and a Public Participation Plan.
- Recommendation for Policy CS.P-4.102 Fire Apparel Standardization
- Proposal to repeal Policy 1216 and adopt Policy AD-2.013 Service Request Tracking
- Review of the Public Participation Plan
- Prioritization of governance and delegation frameworks within the 2026 Policy and Bylaw Modernization Program
- Proposal to designate 14 Human Resources policies as Administrative Directives/Standards
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Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County Governance &
Priorities Committee
Thursday, March 19, 2026
A meeting of the Governance & Priorities Committee will be held Thursday, March 19, 2026 in the
Council Chambers Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:00 p.m..
Page
1.
CALL TO ORDER
Reeve Dave Kusch called the meeting to order at (time).
2.
ADOPTION OF AGENDA
2.1.
Adoption of Agenda
That the Governance & Priorities Committee adopt the March 19,
2026, Agenda as presented.
3.
ADOPTION OF MINUTES
4 - 28
3.1.
February 18, 2026 - Governance & Priorities Committee
Meeting Minutes
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee adopt the February
18, 2026, Governance & Priorities Committee Meeting minutes as
presented.
RFD: February 18, 2026 - Governance & Priorities Committee
Meeting Minutes - Pdf
4.
PUBLIC INPUT SESSION
None
5.
DELEGATION(S) & PRESENTATIONS
None
6.
OLD BUSINESS
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None
7.
NEW BUSINESS
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7.1.
Policy CS.P-4.102 Fire Apparel Standardization
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee recommend that
Council adopt Policy CS.P-4.102 Fire Apparel Standardization as
presented.
RFD: Policy CS.P-4.102 Fire Apparel Standardization - Pdf
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7.2.
Policy AD-2.013 - Service Request Tracking
THAT the Governance & Priorities Committee recommen …
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Thu Mar 12, 2026 · 05:30 PM
Community Services Committee
Topland Recreational Society seeks reallocation of surplus arts & culture grant funds
The Community Services Committee will consider delegation presentations from several community groups applying for FCSS grants. It will review Rural Community Connections Grant applications and 2026 FCSS Grant applications. The committee will also discuss a surplus funding reallocation request from the Topland Recreational Society for its 2025 Arts & Culture Grant. Finally, it will receive the 2026 Quarter 1 Community Services Report as information.
- Delegation presentations from Fort Assiniboine Moms & Tots, Community Lunch Box, Soaring Eagle Support Society, Blue Ridge Golden Age Club, and Blue Ridge Community League
- Rural Community Connections Grant applications
- 2026 FCSS Grant applications
- Topland Recreational Society 2025 Arts & Culture Grant surplus funding reallocation request
- Reception of the 2026 Quarter 1 Community Services Report
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Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta
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AGENDA
Woodlands County
Community Services Committee
Thursday, March 12, 2026
A meeting of the Community Services Committee will be held via teleconference on Thursday, March
12, 2026 in the Council Chambers, Municipal Office, Whitecourt, Alberta commencing at 5:30 PM.
Page
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA
3. ADOPTION OF MINUTES
3 - 5
3.1.
Adoption of Minutes
Recommendation: That the Minutes be adopted as presented
Community Services Committee - 11 Dec 2025 - Minutes - Pdf
4. DELEGATION(S)
6
4.1.
Delegation - FCSS Grant Applicants
That the Committee receives the following delegation
presentations as information.
Fort Assiniboine Moms & Tots - via Teams
Community Lunch Box
Soaring Eagle Support Society
Blue Ridge Golden Age Club
Blue Ridge Community League - Blue Ridge playgroup
RFD: Delegation - FCSS Grant Applicants - Pdf
5. NEW BUSINESS
5.1.
That the Committee move into Closed Session at ___ p.m.
pursuant to Section 197(2) of the Municipal Government Act
(MGA) and the applicable provisions of the Access to
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Information Act (ATIA) s. 19(1).
5.2.
Rural Community Connections Grant applications
5.3.
2026 FCSS Grant applications
5.4.
Topland Recreational Society 2025 Arts & Culture Grant
surplus funding reallocation request.
5.5.
That the Committee revert to the regular committee meeting
at ___ p.m.
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5.6.
2026 Quarter 1 (One) Community S …
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