Innisfail public meetings in 2024

2024.12.16 Agenda & Priorities Committee

Council is receiving an information update on the Business Retention, Expansion and Workforce Development (BREWD) project. The initiative aims to improve regional economic growth through business surveys and workforce analysis. The Town is seeking volunteers to serve as Visitation Team leaders to engage local businesses.

• Report on BREWD project progress and upcoming January 2025 survey launch
• Town's approved one-time 2024 operating budget contribution of $6,000
• Recruitment of volunteers to visit 10 businesses each for economic surveys
• Closed in-camera discussion regarding the Aquatic Centre
• Sponsorship opportunities for businesses ranging from $500 to $2,500+

2024.12.09. Regular Council Meeting

Town Council is meeting to decide on the 2025 operating and capital budgets and a new Rates & Fees Bylaw. The agenda includes a proposal to update the Fire Services Bylaw to allow charging for specific services, such as third false alarms and hazardous materials cleanup.

• 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Bylaw 1728-2024 Fire Services Bylaw regarding service fees
• Bylaw 1727-2024 2025 General Election Bylaw
• Bylaw 1730-2024 Rates & Fees Bylaw
• SW Industrial Park Solar Farm Development

2024.12.04 Community Services Standing Committee

The Community Services Standing Committee will discuss updated grant policies and review new applications for recreation, culture, and tourism grants. The meeting also includes a board orientation for committee members.

• Request for decision on new Recreation, Culture and Tourism Grant reviews
• Information report on updated Community Services Grant Policies
• Town of Innisfail Board Orientation for committee members

2024.12.02 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is meeting to receive updates on strategic priorities, including water conservation and tax policy. The body will also review a 2024 Health & Safety audit and conduct follow-up deliberations on the 2025 budget.

• 2024 Health & Safety Update report showing a 91% external audit score
• 2025 Budget Deliberations follow-up
• Strategic priorities update including the Drought and Water Conservation Plan
• Update on the SW Industrial Solar Farm Project
• Status of the Aquatic Centre Project scope and budget

2024.11.28 Community Economic Development Advisory Group

The Community Economic Development Advisory Group is reviewing updates on regional economic initiatives and immigration streams. The group is discussing new parameters for the Rural Renewal Stream and the progress of the BREWD business engagement project.

• Proposed relaunch of Rural Renewal Stream in January 2025 with stricter parameters
• Update on the BREWD project with a one-time 2024 operating budget contribution of $6,000
• Report on the 2024 Energy Innovation Fair where the Town was a Platinum sponsor
• Update on a Rural Entrepreneur Stream application from RnRobots North America
• Discussion on the Innisfail Business Walk for Small Business Week

2024.11.26 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will deliberate a proposal to divide a central business parcel into two smaller lots. The meeting also includes a report on the Municipal Development Plan and the introduction of a new Development Officer.

• Subdivision application for 5208 49 Ave to create two parcels (0.033 ha and 0.175 ha)
• Report on the Municipal Development Plan (MDP)
• Introduction of new Development Officer Koralyn Lemmon

2024.11.25 Regular Council Meeting

Town Council will consider the appointment of Development Officers and the installation of LiveBarn at the arena. The body is also reviewing committee appointments following a council vacancy.

• Request for decision on Arena LiveBarn installation
• Request for decision on Appointment of Development Officers
• Adjustment of council member committee appointments due to vacancy
• In-camera session regarding South Red Deer Waste Water Commission

Budget Deliberations Session #6

The Town of Innisfail will meet to receive a strategic priorities update from administration. The session includes a roundtable discussion featuring all councillors and the mayor.

• Strategic Priorities Update from administration
• Roundtable discussions with Mayor Barclay and Councillors Dunham, Harrison, Wing, Bates, Messaros, and Heistad

Budget Deliberations Session #5

The Town of Innisfail will meet to receive a strategic priorities update from administration. The session includes a roundtable discussion featuring the Mayor and Councillors.

• Strategic Priorities Update from administration
• Roundtable discussion with Mayor Barclay and Councillors

Budget Deliberations Session #3

The Town of Innisfail will meet to receive updates from administration and hold a roundtable discussion among council members. The agenda does not list specific votes or budget figures for decision.

• Strategic Priorities Update from administration
• Roundtable discussions with Mayor Barclay and Councillors Dunham, Harrison, Wing, Bates, Messaros, and Heistad

Budget Deliberations Session #4

The Town of Innisfail will meet to receive a strategic priorities update from administration. The session includes a roundtable discussion among councillors and the mayor.

• Strategic Priorities Update
• Councillor roundtable discussions

Budget Deliberations Session #2

The Town of Innisfail will meet to receive a strategic priorities update from administration. The session includes a roundtable discussion featuring all councillors and the mayor.

• Strategic Priorities Update from administration
• Roundtable discussion with Mayor Barclay and Councillors Dunham, Harrison, Wing, Bates, Messaros, and Heistad

Budget Deliberations Session #1

The Town of Innisfail will meet to discuss strategic priorities and hold a roundtable discussion among council members. The agenda focuses on administrative updates and councillor-led discussions.

• Strategic Priorities Update
• Roundtable discussions with Mayor Barclay and Councillors Dunham, Harrison, Wing, Bates, Messaros, and Heistad

2024.11.18 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing updates on strategic priorities, including the 2025 budget and water conservation. The body is also considering a proposal to introduce billing for fire services to recover costs and increase revenue.

• Proposed Fire Services Bylaw to generate $30,000 - $40,000 in additional revenue
• Review of the Municipal Development Plan
• 2025 Budget deliberation dates set for November 19, 20, and 22, 2024
• Update on the SW Industrial Solar Farm Project
• Communications Framework & Inventory report on department capacity

2024.11.12 Regular Council Meeting

Town Council will review a Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan and discuss rehabilitation for the Aquatic Centre in 2025. The meeting also includes decisions on a new cemetery bylaw and snow and ice control policies.

• Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan
• Aquatic Centre Rehabilitation 2025
• Cemetery Bylaw #1726-2024
• Snow and Ice Control Policy 2024-010
• Extended Producer Responsibility Agreements

2024.11.07 Policing and Safe Community Committee Meeting

The Policing and Safe Community Committee is reviewing a strategic plan to improve public safety and resident well-being. The meeting includes updates from the RCMP and Fire & Protective Services, as well as discussions on police governance changes.

• Innisfail Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan Strategy Executive Plan
• RCMP Update from S/Sgt Ian Ihme
• Fire & Protective Services Update from Manager Gary Leith
• Alberta Police Advisory Board Communique
• Police Report Crime Stats in Canada 2023

2024.11.06 Emergency Advisory Committee Meeting

The committee is meeting to discuss a guidance document regarding forthcoming amendments to the provincial Emergency Management Act. These changes involve new reporting requirements for local authorities and expanded ministerial authorities during states of local emergency.

• Discussion of EMA Amendments Guidance Document
• Review of new state of local emergency (SOLE) reporting requirements
• Discussion of ministerial authority to assume control of local responses

2024.11.06 Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Advisory Board

The board is meeting to decide on votes for the Family and Community Support Services Association of Alberta (FCSSAA) Annual General Meeting. Members will also discuss the allocation of remaining FCSS grant funding.

• Vote on FCSSAA Resolution 2024-01 regarding provincial funding for food security
• Vote on a Special Resolution to amend FCSSAA Bylaws to change board member terms to two years
• Decision on the allocation of remaining FCSS grant funding
• Review of the FCSSAA Annual Report 2024

2024.11.05 Municipal Planning Commission

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2024.11.04 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing a report on the initial Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan. The plan uses community feedback and crime data to propose strategies for improving public safety and social support. Council is asked to accept the report as information.

• Community Safety & Wellbeing Plan report by Bassa Social Innovations
• 2025 Pre-Budget Information item
• Delegation from Innisfail Public Library
• Extended Producer Responsibility Update
• In-camera discussion regarding Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework

2024.10.28 Organizational Meeting of Council

Council will determine seating arrangements and appoint members to various boards and committees. The body will also review updates to the Council Procedure Bylaw to align with provincial legislation.

• Appointments of Council members to 23 boards and committees
• Review of public applications for Community Economic Development, Community Services, and Family & Community Support boards
• Proposed updates to Council Procedure Bylaw 1646-2020
• Proposal to remove 'open mic' from the council agenda or develop new procedures for it
• Proposal to dissolve the Transportation Committee

2024.10.28 Regular Council Meeting

Town Council will hold public hearings on two land use zoning amendments and decide on the development of a disc golf course back nine. The meeting also includes the swearing-in of a new Deputy Mayor.

• Public hearing for Bylaw No. 1470-A81 to change municipal property near 42nd Street from Highway Commercial District to Direct Control District
• Public hearing for Bylaw No. 1470-A83 to amend land use zoning of Plan 9122022, Lot A
• Proposed agreement with Innisfail Kinsmen Club for the development and maintenance of the Disc Golf Course back nine
• Decision on Canada Community-Building Fund Memorandum of Agreement
• Review of Community Services Policies including grant and facility booking policies

2024.10.21 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing concept renderings for four potential bike park locations. The meeting also includes updates on strategic priorities, including the 2025 budget process and a drought and water conservation plan.

• Bike Park Facility Master Plan concepts for Former BMX track, Mac’s playground, Soccer field, and Cannon Playground
• Estimated bike park costs ranging from $25,000 to $700,000 depending on location
• 2025 Budget deliberation days scheduled for November 19, 20, and 22, 2024
• Development of a Water Conservation Plan for 4th Quarter 2024
• Review of multiple bylaws including Urban Hen, Reserves Policy, and Fire Services

2024.10.16 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for a change of use to a childcare facility. The proposed facility would occupy most of the main floor of a two-storey office building in the Central Business District.

• Development Permit 24D-079 for a childcare facility at 4924 48th Street

2024.10.16 Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee

The Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review the draft municipal development plan. The committee will decide whether to approve the draft and direct administration to begin circulation to internal and external reviewers.

• Review of the draft Municipal Development Plan
• Proposed policies regarding land uses adjacent to sour gas facilities
• Discussion on circulation of the plan to internal and external reviewers
• Planning for a future public Open House for community input

2024.10.15 Regular Council Meeting

The Town Council is meeting to decide on the Parkland Regional Library budget and a new Municipal Fleet Policy. Members will also review information regarding a joint use agreement with the Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division and a future school site at Hazelwood.

• Decision on Parkland Regional Library Budget
• Decision on Municipal Fleet Policy
• Information on Red Deer Catholic Separate School Division Joint Use Agreement
• Information on Hazelwood Future School Site
• In-camera session regarding the Aquatic Centre

2024.10.09 Community Age-friendly Committee

The committee is meeting to review updates on pedestrian safety assessments and age-friendly education. Members will discuss focus action items for the remainder of 2024 and provide updates on Seniors Week events.

• Pedestrian Safety Review recommendations for intersections including Lakewood Dr, 56 St, 50 St, and 52 Ave
• Discussion on 2025 Parade Insurance
• Review of focus action items for October 2024 through December 2024
• Updates on Age-Friendly Education and Seniors Week events

2024.10.07 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is discussing community feedback for a new Public Art Framework and initiating pre-budget capital planning for 2025. The body is also reviewing strategic priority updates and proposed additions to the disc golf course.

• Community input report for the Town of Innisfail Public Art Framework
• Pre-budget Capital Planning Discussion for the 2025 budget
• Proposed disc golf back nine holes feedback
• Strategic updates on the SW Industrial Solar Farm Project and Aquatic Centre
• Council member appointments to boards and committees for 2024

2024.10.01 Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee

The Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the draft Municipal Development Plan. The body will also review a summary report on Phase 2 community engagement, which includes survey results from 120 respondents regarding town growth and revitalization.

• Review of Draft Municipal Development Plan
• Phase 2 Community Engagement Summary Report
• Discussion of corridor revitalization and intensification areas
• Review of policy objectives for housing, retail, and recreation

2024.09.23 Regular Council Meeting

Council will consider a request to rezone 5152 – 56th Street from a Residential Multi-Family District (R-3) to a Residential Single-Family District (R-1B). The body will also discuss budget deliberation days, tax bylaw review, and the Napoleon & Dodds Lake Interpretive Trail Project.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 1470-A85 to allow a single-family residence at 5152 – 56th Street
• Request for decision regarding the Napoleon & Dodds Lake Interpretive Trail Project
• Request for decision on Tax Bylaw Review Scope
• Request for decision on Asset Retirement Obligations Budget Adjustment
• First readings of Bylaws 1470-A81 and 1470-A83

2024.09.17 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is considering two residential development applications involving land use variances. The body is also reviewing requests for members to miss consecutive meetings.

• Side yard setback variance for an existing attached garage at 3408 50 Avenue from 1.5m to 0.82m
• Proposed secondary basement suite and main floor bedroom addition at 4311 56 Avenue
• 5% variance request for floor area ratio regarding the secondary suite at 4311 56 Avenue
• Request for Member Urban to miss three or more consecutive meetings
• Request for Councillor Harrison to miss three or more consecutive meetings

2024.09.17 Community Economic Development Advisory Group

The Community Economic Development Advisory Group is reviewing 2025 work plan priorities and year-to-date development activity. The group is also discussing a pause on the Rural Renewal Stream to evaluate program sustainability and potential new requirements.

• Building permits issued as of September 1, 2024, totaling $11,685,670
• Pause of the Rural Renewal Stream for at least two months
• Proposed minimum living wage of $18.75 per hour for supported RRS positions
• Update on the Business Retention, Expansion and Workforce Development (BREWD) project
• Review of the Power of Place CED Strategy and 2025 Work Plan

2024.09.16 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing resident feedback from the 2025 Budget Survey and receiving updates on strategic priorities. The meeting includes discussions on water conservation, tax policy, and upcoming capital projects.

• 2025 Budget Survey results from 121 community members
• Development of a Drought and Water Conservation Plan for Q4 2024
• Property Tax Policy Review with a scope due September 23, 2024
• SW Industrial Solar Farm Project with design planned for Q1-Q2 2025
• Aquatic Centre Project facility evaluation and budget scoping

2024.09.12 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal regarding a development permit for a 12-unit apartment building and parking garage. The appellant is challenging a specific condition requiring a six-meter access easement for a future pathway connection.

• Appeal of condition for 6m access easement at 5052 59th Street
• Development of 12-unit apartment building and accessory parking garage
• Offsite levies of $14,565.57
• Landscaping security of $10,000.00
• Development deposit of $1,000.00

2024.09.09 Regular Council Meeting

The Innisfail Town Council will discuss a downtown lot purchase and detailed design for the Napoleon South Development. The meeting also includes requests for decisions regarding disc golf and the Innisfail & District Garden Club.

• Request for Decision: Downtown Lot Purchase
• Request for Decision: Napoleon South Development Detailed Design & Engineering
• Request for Decision: Disc Golf back nine holes update
• Request for Decision: Innisfail & District Garden Club
• Formal request for Councillor Don Harrison's leave of absence from Sept 9 to Oct 13, 2024

2024.09.24 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is deliberating two development permits in the Central Business District. These include the relocation of a pet grooming business and the construction of a new mixed-use building.

• Relocation of a pet grooming business to 5020 49 Street
• Proposed mixed-use development at 4815 50 Street with two commercial units and two residential units

2024.09.03 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing updated strategic priorities and initiating discussions on 2025 budget objectives. Administration is seeking council feedback on whether to increase or decrease specific town services to inform financial planning.

• Proposed approval of 2024 Strategic Priorities
• Discussion of 2025 Budget Objectives Report
• Review of 2nd Quarter Financials
• Development of a Water Conservation Plan for 4th Quarter 2024
• Planning for the October 20, 2025 municipal general election

2024.08.26 Regular Council Meeting

Council will discuss a Bike Park Facility Master Plan and a Financial Reserves Policy. The meeting includes a request for decision on the first reading of Bylaw No. 1470 and a presentation from STARS Air Ambulance.

• Bike Park Facility Master Plan
• Financial Reserves Policy
• First Reading of Bylaw No. 1470
• Town of Innisfail Advocacy Plan
• STARS Air Ambulance annual update and 2025 contribution request

2024.08.19 Special Council Meeting

Council is reviewing a proposed development concept and public consultation plan for the Napoleon Lake South area. The meeting also includes a delegation from the Central Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society.

• Proposed Napoleon Lake South development: 12 acres for 2 commercial parcels, 1 apartment, 22 townhouses, 16 duplexes, and 21 detached dwellings
• Delegation from Central Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society regarding victim services in Innisfail
• Closed session items: Land negotiation, Aquatic Centre, South Red Deer Regional Water Commission, and CAO performance check-in

2024.08.12 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council is meeting to discuss the RCMP Municipal Detachment's financial plan for 2025-2030. The body is also considering a decision regarding the Napoleon Lake South Land Development.

• RCMP Multi-Year Financial Plan 2025-2030
• Napoleon Lake South Land Development decision
• Chief Administrative Officer report
• In-camera discussion on Aquatic Centre
• In-camera discussion on CAO performance check-in

2024.08.06 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is deliberating two development permits involving variances to land use bylaws. These include a request for a secondary suite in a detached garage and a proposal for a 12-unit apartment condominium.

• Secondary suite at 4139 48 Avenue requesting floor area and side yard setback variances
• 12-unit apartment condominium at 5052 – 59th Street requesting top of bank and landscaping variances
• Proposed $1,000 security deposit for the 4139 48 Avenue addition

2024.07.22 Regular Council Meeting

Council will discuss the results of a community radon survey presented by CARST and decide on the Next Generation Economy Initiative's BREWD project. The meeting also includes reviews of pedestrian safety and the 2025 budget survey.

• Decision on Next Generation Economy Initiative - BREWD Project
• CARST delegation presenting radon survey results
• Information on 2025 Budget Survey
• Pedestrian Safety Review
• In-camera discussions on Southwest Development and Downtown Vacant Lots

2024.07.16 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a request to demolish an existing accessory building and replace it with a new structure. The proposal includes a double detached garage with a loft and covered deck.

• Proposed 90.6m² (975ft²) double detached garage with loft and covered deck at 6027 Hazelwood Way
• Request for permission to place the accessory building in the front yard
• Required security deposit of $500.00 for demolition
• Required security deposit of $1,000.00 for redevelopment of the accessory building

2024.07.08 Regular Council Meeting

The Innisfail Town Council is holding a public hearing and vote on Bylaw 1470-A82, which would rezone a specific parcel at 5140-56 Street from multi-family to single-family residential. The agenda also includes decisions on a Chief Administrative Officer report, a Community Peace Officer collaboration, and the purchase of an arena sound system.

• Public hearing and vote on Bylaw 1470-A82 to rezone Plan 9222318, Block 10, Lot 17A (5140-56 Street) from R-3 to R-1B
• Request for decision on Community Peace Officer collaboration
• Request for decision on Arena Sound System purchase
• Update on SW Industrial Park Solar Farm Development
• Swearing in of Jason Heistad as Deputy Mayor

2024.06.24 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council will discuss community concerns regarding Dodd's Lake usage and safety. Council will also vote on a land sale letter of intent, a land lease, and a house construction request. Additionally, they will approve a summer meeting schedule that cancels three Agenda & Priorities Committee meetings.

• Delegation discussion on Dodd's Lake concerns (safety, overfishing, maintenance)
• Request for Decision: Letter of Intent for Land Sale
• Request for Decision: Land Lease – Lot 2, Block 71, Plan 232 2310
• Request for Decision: 24 Napoleon Meadows Way House Construction
• Request for Decision: Cancel Agenda & Priorities meetings on July 2, July 15, and August 6

2024.06.18 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is deliberating a request to re-establish a 27-unit apartment building that has been vacant since 2019 due to water damage. The proposal requires variances to front, side, and rear yard setbacks, as well as reduced landscaping requirements, to allow the building to continue under a 'Legal Non-Conforming' status. Staff recommend approving these variances to address structural and code compliance issues identified in a recent engineering assessment.

• Re-establishment of 27-unit apartment at 5119 48 Street (Lot 1, Plan 812 0057)
• Variances requested for Front Yard (8m to 9.75m), Rear Yard (12m to 10.9m), and Side Yards (3m to 1.2m)
• Landscaping requirement reduced from 30% to 15% of parcel area (497m2 to 348m2)
• Development Permit 24D-009 application for setback and landscaping variances
• Structural assessment by LEX3 Engineering notes parkade slab damage requiring renovation

2024.06.18 Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee

The Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to review updates on the 'imagineINNISFAIL' project schedule, the draft table of contents, and mapping materials. The committee will also discuss results from a dotmocracy exercise, review goal statements, and examine urban form concepts. No new bylaws or budget changes are being decided at this meeting; the focus is on information updates and workshop planning.

• Update on MDP Workplan: 13 committee reports completed, chapters 1-4 and 7 in draft
• Review of updated Table of Contents Framework for the municipal development plan
• Discussion of mapping updates for the Municipal Development Plan
• Review of Dotmocracy Exercise results and Goal Statements
• Planning for Phase 2 Community Engagement Workshop and Town Centre Charette

2024.06.17 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing a proposed schedule to cancel three summer meetings in July and August to improve efficiency. Council is also updating progress on key 2024 strategic priorities, including a Drought and Water Shortage Plan, a Tax Policy Review, and the Aquatic Centre project funding strategy. A delegation from the Innisfail Seed Plant is requesting a five-year tax holiday to help fund a new facility.

• Request to cancel Agenda & Priorities meetings on July 2, July 15, and August 6
• Innisfail Seed Plant delegation requests a 5-year staged tax holiday for a new plant at 5115, 47th Ave.
• Update on Drought and Water Shortage Plan targeted for Q2 2024
• Tax Policy Review scope approval pending for Q2 2024
• Aquatic Centre project funding strategy development for Q2 2024

2024.06.13 Policing and Safe Community Committee Agenda

The Policing and Safe Community Committee is reviewing a draft strategy developed by Bassa Social Innovations. The document outlines findings from a survey of 340 residents and proposes actions in three areas: positive youth engagement, designed safety, and active neighbourhoods. The committee will also discuss an upcoming RCMP townhall.

• Review of Innisfail Community Safety and Well-Being Strategy draft
• Report on community survey results (340 respondents)
• Proposed strategic areas: Youth Engagement, Designed for Safety, Active Spaces
• RCMP Townhall presentation by S/Sgt Ian Ihme
• Adoption of March 13, 2024 meeting minutes

2024.06.12 Community Economic Development Advisory Group

The Community Economic Development Advisory Group is reviewing several economic reports and proposals. The main decision item is a recommendation to Council to join a regional partnership called the Next Generation Economy Initiative, which requires a $6,000 contribution from the town. The group will also review updates on business visits, rural immigration applications, and various economic sector publications.

• Proposal to commit $6,000 to the Business Retention, Expansion & Workforce Development (BREWD) Strategy
• Update on 26 Rural Renewal Stream applications processed since March 2024
• Review of updated economic publications: Clean Energy Hub, Agribusiness Opportunities, and Manufacturing
• Discussion of Innisfail Energy Hub sponsorship for the Energy Innovation Fair in Red Deer
• Report on 16 business visitations and two Invest Alberta investor proposals

2024.06.10 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council will vote on several administrative and financial items, including a new Water Conservation Policy, a Budget Adjustment, and a Community Box on Town Lands Policy. They will also review first-quarter financials and discuss a Local Government Fiscal Framework agreement. A closed session will address commercial development and human resources.

• Request for Decision: Water Conservation Policy
• Request for Decision: Budget Adjustment
• Request for Decision: Community Box on Town Lands Policy 2024-002
• Request for Decision: 1st Quarter Financials
• Request for Decision: LGFF Memorandum of Agreement

2024.06.03 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Innisfail Council will receive an information update on recent amendments to Alberta's Bill 20, which affect how the provincial Cabinet can remove councillors or repeal municipal bylaws. A resident delegation will present a proposal to install asphalt art at the intersection of Main Street and 49 Avenue to help calm traffic. Administration will also provide updates on strategic priorities, including a drought plan and tax policy review.

• Delegation: Karen Scarlett proposes road artwork at Main Street and 49 Avenue for traffic calming
• Information: Update on Bill 20 amendments regarding councillor removal and bylaw repeal powers
• Strategic Priorities: Drought and Water Shortage Plan targeted for Q2 2024
• Strategic Priorities: Tax Policy Review scope approval targeted for Q2 2024
• Closed Session: Discussion on SW Commercial Development under MGA 197(2)

2024.05.27 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council is meeting to make decisions on several community projects, including a bike park facility, community book exchange boxes, a digital sign, and sponsorship for the Canadian Junior Boys Championship. The agenda also includes a report from the Chief Administrative Officer and a review of Council Action Control items. Closed in-camera sessions will discuss economic development, commercial development, and water commission drought policy.

• Request for Decision: Bike Park Facility
• Request for Decision: Community Book Exchange Boxes
• Request for Decision: Billboard/Digital Sign
• Request for Decision: Innisfail Golf Club Canadian Junior Boys Championship Sponsorship
• Closed In-Camera: Economic Development and SW Commercial Development

2024.05.22 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for a freestanding sign at 4824 46 Avenue. The applicant is requesting a 100% variance to increase the allowable sign area from 9m² to 18m² to accommodate multiple business tenants.

• Development Permit 24D-047: Request for 100% variance for a freestanding sign at 4824 46 Avenue

2024.05.21 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee will hear a delegation from the Rotary Club regarding the development of a bike park facility. Administration is seeking direction on whether to conduct further research and develop a master plan for the project.

• Proposed bike park facility at the old BMX location
• Estimated $20,000 - $30,000 for initial consultations and Master Plan
• Request for decision regarding Dolphins Swim Club
• Information request on Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) Bylaw
• Closed session updates on Alberta Health Services EMS and Gilks Property

2024.05.15 Community Age-friendly Committee

The committee is meeting to plan for Seniors Week 2024 and World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. Members will also discuss a pedestrian safety study and business education.

• Discussion of Pedestrian Safety Study
• Seniors Week Events 2024 schedule (June 3-7)
• World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (June 15) discussion
• Business Education discussion
• Age-Friendly Recognition update

2024.05.13 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council will vote on several requests for decision, including a response to Bill 20, a development permit (24D-037), arena flooring updates, and fee changes for Diamond 7 and tennis courts. The agenda also includes a delegation from the Innisfail Golf Club regarding the 2024 Canadian Junior Boys Championship and a request for support for a community garden.

• Request for Decision: Bill 20
• Request for Decision: Development Permit 24D-037
• Request for Decision: Arena Flooring
• Request for Decision: Rates & Fees Bylaw Update - Diamond 7 & Tennis Courts
• Delegation: Innisfail Golf Club (2024 Canadian Junior Boys Championship)

2024.05.08 Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee

The Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee is reviewing background reports on infrastructure and community wellbeing. The body is also evaluating long-form survey results and conducting feedback exercises to inform the municipal development plan.

• Background Report #12: Infrastructure assessment showing a total 2024-2030 maintenance cost of $21,786,000
• Background Report #13: Our Community Wellbeing
• Review of Long Form Survey results
• Inquiry regarding Bowden Institution as a major local employer
• Dotmocracy/Feedback Frames exercise

2024.05.06 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Town of Innisfail Council is discussing a multi-municipal agreement for the Red Deer & District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) program. The agenda includes an overview of the 2024 Offsite Levy and updates on strategic priorities. Several closed-in-camera sessions are scheduled to discuss advocacy, recreation, and an aquatic centre.

• Red Deer & District FCSS Program Multi-Municipal Agreement
• 2024 Offsite Levy Overview
• Allan Cup 2025 update
• Closed sessions on Advocacy, Recreation, and Aquatic Centre

2024.05.01 Community Services Standing Committee

The Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to determine the allocation of the 2024 Community Grant Fund. There is currently $11,000 remaining in the fund to be distributed among eight applicants.

• Review of 8 community grant applications
• Allocation of remaining $11,000 in the 2024 Community Grant Fund
• Grant request from Innisfail Art Club for $2,500 to subsidize art courses and supplies

2024.04.22 Regular Council Meeting

Town Council will consider the 2023 audited financial statements and the Alberta Financial Information Return. The meeting includes discussions on tax bylaw budget adjustments, water conservation options for residents, and funding recommendations for FCSS.

• Approval of 2023 Audited Financial Statements
• Tax Bylaw Budget Adjustment
• 2023 4th Quarter Financials and Surplus
• Water Conservation Residential Options
• FCSS Board Recommendations for 2024 Funding

2024.04.16 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a request for a U-Haul rental depot as an accessory use to a retail store. The body will also consider a subdivision for industrial parcels and a time extension for a residential subdivision.

• U-Haul Rental Depot application at 4924 – 49 Street
• Subdivision of 5168 50 Street to create two industrial parcels
• Time extension request for residential subdivision at 5260 Woodland Road

2024.04.15 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing updates on strategic goals, including tax policy and drought planning. The body is also receiving informational reports on a 2023 health and safety audit and the town's water supply cycle.

• Proposed property tax policy review to consider distribution between residential and non-residential taxpayers
• Development of a Drought and Water Shortage Plan for Q2 2024
• 2023 Health and Safety Audit report showing an overall score of 92%
• Review of the Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP) for implementation in Q3 2024
• Update on the Aquatic Centre project funding strategy

2024.04.11 Emergency Advisory Committee Meeting

The Emergency Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss the signing of an Emergency Management Agreement and review recent audits and exercises. The body will also discuss the annual training plan and the frequency of its meetings.

• Signing of Emergency Management Agreement
• AMEA annual audit from March 26, 2024
• Local ERP Tabletop from March 20, 2024
• Annual training plan
• Regional Exercise Plan for March 2025

2024.04.10. Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Advisory Board

The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Advisory Board is meeting to determine the allocation of 2024 funding. The board will review three funding applications totaling $136,296.92 against a Council-approved external grants budget of $129,000.

• Review of funding requests totaling $136,296.92
• Chinooks Edge School Division - Innisfail Family School Wellness Program application
• Chinooks Edge School Division - Youth Empowerment & Support application
• Innisfail Seniors Drop In Society application

2024.04.08 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council will vote on the 2024 Property Tax Bylaw and a contract for PACE Transit delivery services. The agenda also includes decisions on RCMP performance priorities and a public art framework. Previous meeting minutes from March 25 and April 1 are scheduled for approval.

• Request for Decision: 2024 Property Tax Bylaw
• Request for Decision: PACE Transit Delivery Service Contract
• Request for Decision: RCMP Annual Performance Priorities
• Request for Decision: Public Art Framework
• Request for Decision: Council Advocacy Report

2024.04.01 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing a verbal report on community safety and well-being based on March 2024 survey data. The body is also receiving updates on strategic priorities including tax policy, water shortage planning, and capital projects.

• Community Safety & Well-Being report identifying 'hot spots' at Zoo Hotel, Bluebird Motel, Downtown, and Centennial Park Parking Lot
• Proposed Property Tax Policy Framework review for Q2 2024
• Drought and Water Shortage Plan scheduled for Q2 2024
• SW Industrial Solar Farm Project targeting operation by Q4 2024
• Closed in-camera discussion regarding Multi Municipal FCSS Opportunity

2024.03.28 Community Economic Development Advisory Group

The Community Economic Development Advisory Group is reviewing several draft publications and updating the status of rural immigration streams. The body is also discussing local commercial and residential development projects as part of the Power of Place Strategy.

• Endorsement of Community Support Letters for Rural Renewal Stream applications
• Approval of an updated Investment Guide publication
• Review of draft publications on Clean Energy, Recreation and Tourism, Agribusiness, and Manufacturing
• Update on commercial development at 4824 – 46th Avenue and a Shoppers Drug Mart building
• Report on 199 community support letters issued since 2022 totaling $7,651,935 in potential annual salaries

2024.03.27 Community Services Standing Committee

The Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review nominations and select recipients for the 2024 Community Awards. Categories under consideration include Arts & Culture, Athlete of the Year, Citizen of the Year, Leaders of Tomorrow, Mentor Award, and Team of the Year. The agenda lists specific nominees for several awards, including Marion Davidson for Arts & Culture and Carol McKinnie for Citizen of the Year.

• Review of 2024 Community Awards nominations
• Arts & Culture Award nominee: Marion Davidson (Innisfail Community Garden)
• Citizen of the Year nominees: Carol McKinnie and Cheryl Scheie
• Mentor Award nominee: Rob Burton (Innisfail High School teacher)
• Adoption of minutes from March 13, 2024 meeting

2024.03.25 Regular Council Meeting

Town Council will conduct public hearings regarding the Dodd's Lake Outline Plan and an amendment to Bylaw No. 1470-A80. The body is also considering special tax bylaws for 61 Avenue and 37 Street, as well as budget adjustments.

• Public hearings for Dodd's Lake Outline Plan and Bylaw No. 1470-A80
• Request for Decision on 61 Avenue Special Tax Bylaw 1724-2024
• Request for Decision on 37 Street Special Tax Bylaw 1723-2024
• Request for Decision on 2024 Surface Improvement Contract
• Proposed repeal and approval of employee policies

2024.03.19 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is deliberating several development permits, including a small-scale auto sales business and a new duplex. The body is also reviewing multiple variance requests for manufactured homes and garages.

• Proposed small-scale auto sales business at 5104 - 49 Street limited to 4 vehicles
• Proposed up-and-down duplex at 5032 – 59 Street with $1,700 in off-site levies
• U-Haul Depot proposal in the Central Business District
• Manufactured home variance request in Residential Medium Density District (R2)
• Front, side, and rear yard setback variances for residential additions and garages

2024.03.18 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Town of Innisfail Council received updates on major infrastructure projects, including a proposed $150-$200 million Varme Waste to Energy facility and the delayed South Red Deer Regional Wastewater Commission surge pond project. Administration reported on strategic priorities such as a tax policy review and Centennial Park enforcement plans. The meeting also included a verbal update on fire service statistics and a closed in-camera session for committee appointments.

• Varme Waste to Energy project valued at $150-$200 million, potentially employing up to 30 people
• South Red Deer Regional Wastewater Commission surge pond tender bid of $1.36 million was $748,000 over budget and deferred
• Town seeks reimbursement of up to $94,500 from the Commission for land reclamation costs for the surge pond
• Centennial Park enforcement plans include electronic speed signs and joint force traffic operations with RCMP
• Fire department received $19,000 in grant funding for equipment and $5,600 for response costs

2024.03.13 Community Age-friendly Committee

The Community Age-friendly Committee is meeting to receive an overview of social prescribing from McMan Central Region and Healthy Aging Alberta. The group will also discuss updates to the 2023-2025 Action Plan and preparations for an April trade show.

• Social Prescribing overview presented by McMan Central Region and Healthy Aging Alberta
• Discussion of the 2023-2025 Action Plan covering 8 domains including housing and transportation
• Planning for the April 5 and 6, 2024 trade show
• Review of Age-Friendly Recognition
• Adoption of November 15, 2023 meeting minutes

Community Services Standing Committee

The Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review nine applications for the 2024 Innisfail Solar Corporation Community Benefit Fund. The body will decide how to distribute $10,000 in open allocation funding among the applicants.

• Review of 9 funding applications totaling $52,376 in requests
• Allocation of $10,000 from the Innisfail Solar Corporation Community Benefit Fund
• Discussion of Community Awards Art

2024.03.13 Policing and Safe Community Committee Meeting

The Policing and Safe Community Committee will meet to review results from the 2024 Community Safety and Wellbeing Survey. The meeting includes updates from the RCMP and Fire and Protective Services.

• 2024 Innisfail Community Safety and Wellbeing Survey Results presented by Avery Acheson Bassa Social Innovations
• RCMP Update
• Fire and Protective Services Update from Manager Gary Leith
• MDP Long Survey presented by Gary Leith
• ACCPA Conference scheduled for May 7/8

2024.03.11 Regular Council Meeting

The Town Council will review requests for the purchase of pickup trucks and a skidsteer, as well as a solid waste collection contract. Other agenda items include funding for Citizens on Patrol and a new Council Code of Conduct Bylaw.

• Request for Decision: Purchase of Pickup Trucks
• Request for Decision: Purchase of Emergency Services Pickup Trucks
• Request for Decision: Skidsteer Purchase
• Request for Decision: Solid Waste Collection Contract
• Request for Decision: Council Code of Conduct Bylaw

2024.03.05 Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee

The Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee is meeting to decide on the visual mapping format for the imagineINNISFAIL plan. The body is also reviewing reports regarding downtown vibrancy and climate change to serve as background for the municipal development plan.

• Request for decision on the landscape mapping layout for the Municipal Development Plan
• Request for approval of Committee Report #9 - Our Vibrant Downtown
• Request for approval of Committee Report #10 Climate Change
• Review of an updated Table of Contents Framework
• Action item to change SW ¼ Sec. 34-35-28-W4M from future Industrial to Recreational land use

2024.03.04 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing updates on strategic goals, including a proposed waste-to-energy project and tax policy review. The body is also discussing potential advocacy priorities regarding energy policy and Demand Side Management.

• Varme Waste to Energy project valued at $150-$200 million
• Proposed property tax policy review to evaluate tax classifications
• Aquatic Centre project funding strategy development
• Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP) implementation target for Q3 2024
• Discussion of Alberta Municipalities resolutions on hydrogen and electricity pricing

2024.02.26 Regular Council Meeting

The Town of Innisfail Council will vote on a new Code of Conduct bylaw that includes specific rules for councillors' use of social media. They will also formalize a $500 donation to the Innisfail Fish & Game Association and review a report on asset management. Additionally, the agenda includes a public delegation on pedestrian crossing safety and a first reading of a community services bylaw.

• Draft Code of Conduct Bylaw with social media clauses for councillors
• $500 donation to Innisfail Fish & Game Association for 4th Annual Awards Banquet
• First Reading of Bylaw No. 1470-A80 (Community Services)
• Proposed Amendments to Dodd's Lake Outline Plan
• Delegation by Lindsay Pickard on Pedestrian Crossing Safety

2024.02.21 Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission reviewed a development permit for a detached dwelling at 5040 57 Street. The applicants requested variances to reduce the required driveway length by 50% and increase its width by 8.2%. Staff recommended approval with conditions, including decorative edging and a ban on long-term parking on the town boulevard.

• Development Permit 24D-010 for a detached dwelling at 5040 57 Street
• Variance approved: 3.0m driveway length (50% reduction from 6.0m minimum)
• Variance approved: 7.92m driveway width (0.6m increase over 7.32m maximum)
• Condition: Stamped or decorative concrete edging required for driveway
• Condition: No long-term vehicle parking on the driveway beyond property boundary

2024. 02. 20 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing strategic updates and discussing potential additions to the Council Code of Conduct Bylaw regarding social media use. The body is also tracking progress on various infrastructure and policy projects.

• Proposed waste to energy project with Varme Energy valued at $150-$200 million
• Review of Council Code of Conduct Bylaw for social media use inclusions
• Proposed property tax policy review to evaluate tax classifications
• Funding strategy development for the Aquatic Centre Project
• Implementation of the Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP)

2024.02.12.Regular Council Meeting

Town Council is meeting to decide on a new vehicle noise bylaw and discuss groundwater monitoring. The body will also review fundraising for an aquatic centre and residential realty services for Napoleon Meadows.

• Third and final reading of Traffic Bylaw #1719-2024 regarding excessive vehicle noise
• Decision on groundwater monitoring
• Decision on aquatic centre fundraising
• Decision on carbon offset credits for Solar PV
• Residential realty service for Napoleon Meadows

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2024.02.05 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Agenda & Priorities Committee is reviewing information regarding the Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF) funding. This report outlines the formula for provincial grants and the specific amounts allocated to Innisfail for capital and operating costs.

• 2024 LGFF Capital allocation: $1,109,729
• 2025 LGFF Capital allocation: $1,265,548
• 2024 LGFF Operating allocation: $130,080
• Closed in-camera discussion regarding property

2024.01.25 Community Economic Development Advisory Group

The Community Economic Development Advisory Group is discussing a proposed 2024 work plan for council approval and reviewing the 2024 Housing Action Plan. The meeting includes updates on the NRED grant and the Power of Place speaker series.

• Proposed 2024 Work Plan including a labour market study and sector investment profiles
• 2024 Housing Action Plan targeting rental, non-market, home ownership, and senior housing
• Development of a branded CED website tied to the town's website
• Search for an experienced Economic Development Officer (EDO)
• Update on NRED Grant deliverables and the Power of Place Speaker Series

2024.01.23 Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee

The Municipal Development Plan Advisory Committee is reviewing background reports and engagement data to inform the 'imagineINNISFAIL' plan. The body is discussing community economic data, survey results, and the background chapter of the plan.

• Review of Committee Report #8 – Our Economy
• Discussion of Long Form Survey results from engagement sessions
• Review of Chapter 2 - Background to our Plan
• Review of population projections for 2026-2041

2024.01.22 Regular Council Meeting

Council is reviewing a proposed amendment to the Traffic Bylaw to regulate excessive vehicle noise. The meeting also includes discussions on water conservation, an I&I reduction strategy, and construction at Napoleon Meadows.

• Proposed Traffic Bylaw 1719-2024 to regulate disturbing vehicle noises
• Proposed $6,000 for noise enforcement training and $3,400 for decibel meters
• Request for decision on Napoleon Meadows House Construction
• Discussion on Water Conservation Measures under Utilities Bylaw #1701-2022
• Request for decision on I & I Reduction Strategy

2024.01.17 Community Services Standing Committee

The Community Services Standing Committee is meeting to review community grant and benefit policies and their associated applications. The committee will also consider a request for decision regarding a community grant application.

• Review of Community Grant Policy and Community Benefit Policy
• Review of updated Community Grant and Community Benefit Fund Applications
• Request for Decision on a Community Grant Application

2024.01.15 Agenda & Priorities Committee

The Town of Innisfail Council is reviewing strategic priorities, including a potential $150-$200 million waste-to-energy project with Varme Energy and a tax policy review. Administration seeks approval to list remaining vacant lots in Napoleon Meadows with a realtor for 12 months. Council also received updates on 2023 building statistics showing $9.7 million in construction activity and a closed in-camera session regarding the Varme project.

• Varme Waste to Energy project valued at $150-$200 million, potentially employing up to 30 people
• Request to list remaining vacant lots in Napoleon Meadows with Remax Central Alberta for 12 months
• 2023 building permit statistics show $9.7 million in construction projects, up from 2022
• Tax Policy Review scheduled for Q2 2024 to examine property tax classifications
• Closed in-camera session regarding Varme Energy under MGA 197(2) and FOIP 24(1)(g)

2024.01.11 Policing and Safe Community Committee Agenda

The committee is meeting to receive updates from the RCMP and Fire and Protective Services. Members will also discuss the draft for the 2024 Innisfail Community Safety Survey.

• RCMP update from S/Sgt. Ian Ihme
• Fire and Protective Services update from Manager Gary Leith
• Review of the 2024 Innisfail Community Safety Survey Draft
• Discussion regarding the ACCPA Annual Conference scheduled for May 6-8, 2024

2024.01.08 Regular Council Meeting

The Town Council will review a planning presentation from BDO and consider a decision regarding the Housing Action Plan. The meeting also includes a report from the Chief Administrative Officer regarding provincial funding allocations.

• Request for Decision: Housing Action Plan
• BDO Planning Presentation
• Council Bylaw Reviews
• CAO report on Local Government Fiscal Framework funding
• Closed session for citizen appointments to boards and committees