Peace River public meetings in 2022
64 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Communication Package
This communication package contains incoming and outgoing correspondence for Council review. The County of Northern Lights has included the Town of Peace River's request for hot tub and slide replacement funding in its preliminary 2023 budget.
- County of Northern Lights preliminary 2023 budget includes funding for Town of Peace River recreation capital projects (hot tub and slide replacement)
- Government of Alberta Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) Program offering up to $2 million for community projects
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit application to change the use of 10018 & 10020-101 Street to a Community Service Facility. The Peace River Art Club proposes using the 10,000 sq ft building for art programs, exhibits, and a small gift shop. The application includes a request for a variance to reduce required off-street parking by 11 stalls.
- Development Permit Application #2022-28: Change of Use to Community Service Facility at 10018 & 10020-101 St
- Variance request for a reduction of 11 parking stalls at Lots 8-11, Block 3, Plan 2587AZ
- Proposed use of the former Peace #10 School Division offices by the Peace River Art Club
Council Communication Package
This communications package contains updates from various organizations for Council review. Key items include a budget change from the Peace Regional Waste Management Company and a status report from the North Peace Housing Foundation.
- Peace Regional Waste Management Company removed Partner Contributions from its 2023 budget
- North Peace Housing Foundation adopted 2023 Lodge and Affordable Housing budgets
- Del-Air Lodge redevelopment turnover date moved to December 2023
- Alberta Government river ice reports for Peace River
- Mighty Peace Tourism receiving grant for trails tourism strategy
Economic Development Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2023 work plan and discussing various economic initiatives. Topics include the Out of the Cold Shelter presentation, film industry opportunities, and the Growing the North Conference.
- Presentation by Out of the Cold Shelter
- Discussion of 2023 Work Plan
- Discussion of film industry opportunities
- Growing the North Conference registration
- Review of Downtown Revitalization and tourism reports
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing the 2023 Interim and Capital Budgets. The meeting also includes a briefing on the Active Transportation Plan and results from a survey regarding potential business grants.
- 2023 Interim Budget discussion
- 2023 Capital Budget discussion
- Business Grant Survey results regarding seven potential grant categories
- RCMP Quarterly Statistics presentation
- Community Services Fee Rate discussion
Council Communication Agenda
The Council agenda consists of incoming and outgoing correspondence for review. Items include updates on provincial victim services, a capital funding request to the County of Northern Lights, and community event invitations.
- Request for $132,300 from County of Northern Lights for Peace Regional Pool hot tub replacement
- Request for $70,200 from County of Northern Lights for Peace Regional Pool slide replacement
- Letter from Alberta Public Safety and Emergency Services regarding regional victim services redesign
- Letter of support for Peace River Minor Hockey U15A 2023 Provincial Championships bid
- Invitation to Peace River & County of Northern Lights Fire Department Annual Awards Night
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing the 2023 Capital and Utility budgets and proposed updates to Community Services Department user fees. The meeting also includes a presentation from the First Nations Health Consortium and updates on infrastructure projects.
- 2023 Community Services Department User Fees Update
- 2023 Capital Budget discussion
- 2023 Utility Budget presentation
- Status update on sidewalk covering at CN Rail Trestle Bridge
- Notice of motion regarding posting Council honoraria and expenses online
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing the 2023 Capital Budget and receiving a presentation from ATCO regarding an LED streetlight conversion option. The meeting also includes updates on neighbourhood infrastructure and various municipal appointments.
- 2023 Capital Budget discussion
- ATCO LED streetlight conversion presentation
- Neighbourhood Infrastructure Renewal Program update
- Appointment of Community Services Board Member
- Appointment of Peace Regional Subdivision and Development Appeal Board members
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board is discussing updates to the Community Scholarship Program guidelines and a review of 2023 fee rates. The Board is also reviewing a draft bylaw to consolidate museum and heritage services under its jurisdiction.
- Review of Community Scholarship Program guidelines regarding school-based programming
- Proposed 2023 fee rate review for facilities and services
- Draft Community Services Bylaw to include Peace River Museum, Archives and Mackenzie Centre
- Community Scholarship budget of $1,500.00 per year
- Scholarship maximum of $100.00 per applicant per calendar year
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing Bylaw No. 2122 to update how communication towers are handled within the Land Use Bylaw. The amendment aims to align town authority with federal regulations and provide clearer direction on preferred tower locations.
- Bylaw No. 2122: Communication Tower Land Use Bylaw Amendment
- Bylaw 2123: Repeal of Bylaw 1806 (Peace River Museum Board)
- Bylaw No. 2124: Amendment to Development Authority Bylaw No. 1598
- Appointment of 2022 Financial Auditors
- Review of 2023 Community Organization Property Tax Exemption Requests
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee is reviewing a draft 2023 budget proposal totaling approximately $87,000. Members also discussed advertising a request for quotes regarding a meat packing plant feasibility study and reviewed recent job fair results.
- Draft 2023 budget proposal of $87,000
- Approval to advertise Request for Quote for Meat Packing Feasibility Study
- $500 sponsorship for Small Business Week Dinner and Dance
- Report of 133 employers and ~120 jobs advertised at September 28 Job Fair
- Discussion of $10,000 allocation for Marketing & Promotions in 2023 budget
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing a proposed amendment to the Land Use Bylaw regarding communication towers. The committee is also discussing storm sewer repairs and slide mitigation on 101st Street.
- Land Use Bylaw Amendment - Communication Towers
- 101st Street Storm Sewer Repairs and Slide Mitigation
- Review of Public Participation Policy No. P-11-53-A
- AHS notification regarding Grimshaw Emergency Room service hours
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee met to discuss updates on medical students and local doctors. The committee also addressed potential expansion of their scope to other healthcare providers and updates regarding Peace River Hospital closures.
- Appointment of Cheryl Anderson to the committee
- Update on PNME medical students arriving in September 2022
- Discussion of Rhapsody Awards venue and ticket pricing
- Financial report showing $16,000 remaining in the account
- Discussion regarding Peace River Hospital closures
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a development permit for a 44.59m2 addition to a single detached dwelling at 8135-125 Avenue. The commission is also reviewing a proposed land use bylaw amendment regarding the siting and regulation of communication towers.
- Development Permit #2022-24: 44.59m2 addition to a single detached dwelling at 8135-125 Avenue
- Proposed Land Use Bylaw Amendment: New regulations for Communication Towers
- Approval of brewery, distillery, and tap room at 10028-101 Street (August 23 meeting minutes)
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board is reviewing a proposal to dissolve the Peace River Museum Board due to recruitment challenges and a lack of quorum. The recommendation is to expand the Community Services Board's mandate to include museum oversight to maintain accreditation.
- Discussion of dissolving the Peace River Museum Board (Bylaw No. 1806)
- Proposal to expand Community Services Board mandate via new or amended bylaw
- Review of Community Services Board Bylaw
- Presentation by Family Resource Network
- Board Member Application review
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing a proposal to dissolve the Peace River Museum Board. The meeting also includes a presentation from the Peace Valley Snow Riders regarding their trail operations and cash flow.
- Proposed dissolution of the Peace River Museum Board
- Presentation by Peace Valley Snow Riders
- RCMP Peace Regional Advisory Committee report
- Peace River Aboriginal Interagency Committee meeting minutes
Organizational Meeting of Council
The Peace River Town Council is conducting its annual organizational meeting to appoint a Deputy Mayor and assign councillors to various boards and committees. The meeting also includes reviewing the 2022-2023 regular meeting schedule and legislative responsibilities.
- Appointment of a Deputy Mayor for a one-year term
- Appointment of councillors to 26 boards and committees
- Review of the 2022-2023 regular governance and council meeting schedule
- Review of legislative responsibilities under the Alberta Municipal Government Act
Regular Council
The Town Council is considering a public hearing to remove reserve designations on two lots to consolidate land for the Peace Regional Pool and Baytex Energy Center. The meeting also includes a presentation on the ATCO LED Conversion Program for streetlights.
- Public hearing: Removal of Reserve Lot Designation at Peace Regional Pool and Baytex Energy Center
- Presentation: ATCO LED Conversion Program
- Bylaw: Code of Conduct Bylaw Amendment
- New Business: Green Space Maintenance Contract
- New Business: Water Supply Agreement with County of Northern Lights
Economic Development Committee
The committee is reviewing the 2023 budget and various economic initiatives. Discussions include meat packing plant research, small business week sponsorship, and tourism enhancement.
- Discussion of 2023 Budget
- Request for Meat Packing Plant Research quotes
- Small Business Week sponsorship discussion
- EDA Xperience 2023 Leaders' Summit and Conference
- Downtown Revitalization reports
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing proposed changes to the Council Grants to Organizations Policy. The updates include adjustments to funding categories, application processes, and how the $50,000 annual budget is allocated.
- Review of Council Grants to Organizations Policy updates
- Discussion of Downtown Revitalization Policy
- Discussion of Green Space Maintenance
- Proposed budget discussion dates
- Review of Council Grants annual budget of $50,000
Community Services Board
The Board is reviewing the Community Services Department Operational Plan and the 2022 operating and capital budgets. Discussions include the Active Transportation Project, Museum Board matters, and prioritization of new initiatives.
- 2022 Operating and Capital Budget discussions
- Community Services Department Operational Plan review
- Active Transportation Project discussion
- Museum Board discussion
- Prioritization of new initiatives in the Operational Plan
Regular Council
The Town Council is considering whether to maintain or increase the ATCO electric franchise fee, which is currently 11.5%. They will also discuss writing off uncollectible airport accounts and making appointments to the Peace River Library Board.
- Discussion on ATCO electric franchise fee (current rate 11.5%)
- Proposed write-off of uncollectible airport accounts
- Appointments to the Peace River Library Board
- Presentation on utility bill revisions and economic impact
- Review of the Operational Budget Variance Report
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee is reviewing a request to adjust the Downtown Revitalization Grant Program due to low participation. Administration is proposing a new suite of grant categories, such as barrier-free and patio grants, to better incentivize local investment.
- Draft Request for Direction on the Downtown Revitalization Grant Policy
- Proposed Barrier-Free Grant providing 50% matching for accessibility projects
- Proposed Patio Grant for downtown outdoor enhancements
- Discussion of Alberta Advantage Immigration Program streams
- Review of Small Business Week and Boulevard Gardening Program
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing the proposed budget timeline to ensure a final budget is approved by December 31. Discussions also include a housing needs assessment request and various policy updates regarding taxes and receivables.
- Proposed Budget Timeline report
- Active Transportation Grant Agreement
- Request for repeal of Tax Payments policy P-15-2000-02
- North Peace Housing Foundation housing needs assessment request
- Alberta Health Services memos regarding bed closures and operating room interruptions
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing the Tax Payment and Outstanding Account Receivables policies. The meeting also includes a presentation on municipal property assessment and discussions regarding snow and ice removal.
- Review of Tax Payment Policy P-15-2000-02 for potential repeal
- Review of Collection Policy for Outstanding Account Receivables P-12-2010-04
- Presentation by KCL Consulting Inc. regarding Municipal Assessment
- Discussion of Neighbourhood Infrastructure Renewal 2022 Water Transmission System Tie-Ins
- Review of Snow and Ice Removal Policy
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is reviewing the 2022-2025 Council Strategic Plan and the Community Services Department Operational Plan. The board will also engage in 2023 budget planning and elect a new Chair.
- Election of Chair
- Council Strategic Plan 2022-2025 review
- Community Services Department Operational Plan review
- 2023 Budget Planning
- Director of Community Services Board Report
Special Meeting of Council
The Peace River Town Council will hold a special meeting on August 29, 2022. The only scheduled item is a closed session regarding personnel recruitment.
- Closed session regarding personnel recruitment
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to change a building's use to a brewery, distillery, and taproom with a parking variance. The meeting also includes review of minutes from the July 12 meeting regarding a metal recycling facility approval.
- Proposed change of use to Brewery, Distillery, Tap Room, and Personal Service Facility at 10028-101 St
- Request for a parking variance of 55 stalls for the 10028-101 St development
- Approval of metal recycling facility relocation at 86 Street (Lots 1-4, Plan 2RS)
- Discussion of Land Use Bylaw amendments regarding telecommunication towers
- Information regarding a grant for the Westside Active Transportation Plan
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is reviewing the 2022 Economic Development Committee Strategic Work Plan. They are also considering a request to convert casual staff into one permanent full-time Home Support Aide position to improve program stability.
- Approval of the 2022 Economic Development Committee Strategic Work Plan
- Request for one new full-time equivalent Home Support Aide position
- Lot consolidation for Plan 4068TR; Block 15; Lot R2 and Block 14; Lot R2
- Intermunicipal Development Plan referral for a cannabis micro grow operation
- Scheduling of Council Facility Tours
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will discuss a request to develop a loitering bylaw to address downtown business concerns. Members will also review a report on the PRCC Downtown Beautification Project and receive updates from various sub-committees.
- Request to develop a loitering bylaw
- Meeting with Peace Officers regarding business support
- Review of PRCC Downtown Beautification Project
- Discussion on hiring a designer or marketer for the Town website business tab
Regular Council
The Council is reviewing additional public feedback regarding the 2022-2025 Council Strategic Plan. They are also considering a request from the Fire Department to purchase a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe from Northern Sunrise County.
- 2022-2025 Council Strategic Plan public feedback review
- Fire Truck Request: Purchase of a 2015 Chevrolet Tahoe from Northern Sunrise County
- Draft Bylaw: Assessment and Taxation of Designated Manufactured Homes
- Quarterly Municipal Policing Report (April 1 to June 30, 2022)
- RCMP Community Peace Officers Memorandum of Understanding
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee will meet to discuss unfinished business, including a health care thank-you event, a Move Up magazine item, and the Rhapsody Awards celebration. New business includes a new member application, updates on healthcare providers, and an update on closures at Peace River Hospital. The committee will also review its financial report.
- New member application - Cheryl Anderson
- Update on closures at Peace River Hospital
- Discussion on expanding scope to other healthcare providers
- Financial report with balance of $16,468.17 as of July 25, 2022
- Celebration of Rhapsody Awards on October 28, 2022
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is holding a regular meeting with a presentation on provincial and regional assessment analysis, followed by several requests for decision on items like tax penalty relief, an event permit, an RCMP agreement, and the council's strategic plan. The agenda also includes briefing notes on property and public works auctions, Truth and Reconciliation Day, and a GST opinion. The meeting will close with a closed session on a third-party business matter.
- Presentation: Provincial and Regional Assessment Analysis
- RFD: Tax Penalty Relief Request
- RFD: Dinner Under the Bridge Aug 6, 2022 - Belle Marketing Agency
- RFD: RCMP CPO Memorandum of Understanding
- Briefing Note: Property Tax Auction and Public Works Auction
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will meet to handle routine procedural items, including adopting the agenda and minutes from the June 14, 2022 meeting. Under new business, they will discuss business cards and updating the website. The main substantive item is finalizing the Economic Development Committee (EDC) plan, as listed under reports. No other major decisions or public hearings are on the agenda.
- Finalize EDC Plan
- Discuss business cards
- Update website
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will decide on a development permit for a metal recycling facility to relocate to the Light Industrial (M-1) District, with concerns about noise impacts on nearby Terrace Trailer Park. The meeting also includes discussions on a Land Use Bylaw amendment for telecommunication towers, an Active Transportation Plan, and a Climate Change Adaptation Plan.
- Development Permit #2022-15: Waste Management metal recycling facility at 8801 & 9001-86 Street, Lots 1-4, Plan 2RS
- Proposed facility would employ 25 full-time and 20 part-time workers, processing scrap metals
- Possible conditions include Noise Impact Assessment by July 1, 2023 and landscaping with 8 trees and 2 shrubs
- Land Use Bylaw amendment on telecommunication towers
- Active Transportation Plan and grant received
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider approving a revised $584,100 budget for the Shaftesbury Water Treatment Plant hypochlorite tank replacement, funded from remaining MSI funds, and a $36,000 write-off of the Peace River Curling Club's outstanding loan. The agenda also includes items on conference attendance, climate adaptation funding, an active transportation grant, and a policy repeal.
- Approve revised $584,100 budget for Shaftesbury Water Treatment Plant equipment project, award contract to AGS Mechanical
- Write off $36,000 uncollectible accounts receivable from Peace River Curling Club loan
- Repeal Policy: Acquisition of Property
- Information briefing on 101st Street storm sewer repairs and slide mitigation
- Discuss attendance at Alberta Municipalities Conference in Calgary (Sept 21-23, 2022)
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council's regular meeting on June 27, 2022, includes several requests for decision, notably appointing an interim Chief Administrative Officer, repealing obsolete directives, and approving attendance at various community events. Council will also receive a briefing on an intermunicipal development plan referral for a commercial cardlock and retail fuel sales site, and consider a 2022 temporary outdoor patio and retail space pilot project. The agenda includes a presentation from the RCMP on quarterly policing reports and a multi-year financial plan, plus a farewell to outgoing council members. No public hearings or bylaws are scheduled.
- Request for Decision re: Appointment of Interim CAO
- Briefing Note: Intermunicipal Development Plan Referral from MD of Peace No. 135 - Commercial Cardlock and Retail Fuel Sales
- Briefing Note: 2022 Temporary Outdoor Patio and Retail Space Pilot Project
- Request for Decision re: Repeal of Obsolete Directives
- Presentation: SSgt Dave Browne - Quarterly Policing Reports and Multi Year Financial Plan
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee is meeting to review initial survey results, determine strategic priorities and actions, and have a preliminary budget conversation. The agenda also includes a possible presentation on provincial immigration streams and a debrief on a Prairies Canada visit.
- Review initial survey results
- Determine strategic priorities and specific actions
- Preliminary budget conversation
- Possible presentation from Deanna Basarab on Rural Renewal and Rural Entrepreneur Streams
- Debrief on Prairies Canada with Kamie Currie
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council is meeting to consider several decisions, including a cemetery bylaw, Canada Day event funding, and the repeal of obsolete directives. They will also review policies on council remuneration and donations, an organizational review, and write-offs of dated accounts receivables. The agenda includes reports from various departments and a policing report, plus a closed session for private matters.
- Request for Decision re: 2120 Cemetery Bylaw
- Request for Decision re: Canada Day Event
- Request for Decision re: Repeal of Obsolete Directives
- Request for Decision re: Council Remuneration Policy
- Request for Decision re: Write off of Dated Accounts Receivables
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear presentations on taxation, water/sewer, the 94th Ave Neighbourhood Infrastructure Renewal project, and residential solar grants. Council will also consider repealing obsolete directives, reviewing the Council Remuneration Policy, and receiving briefings on an organizational review and the Pat's Creek Remediation Project. The meeting includes several requests for direction and reports from external bodies.
- Presentation by Rick Dostaler on taxation, water and sewer and the October 2020 petition
- Request from Steven Pasquan for information on 94th Ave Neighbourhood Infrastructure Renewal project
- Presentation on Residential Solar Grants by Wanda Laurin
- Request for Direction re: Repeal of Obsolete Directives
- Request for Direction re: Proclamation of Pride Month
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit application from the Sagitawa Friendship Society to change the use of the Al Adair Rec Centre at 9702-98 St to a Community Service and Childcare Facility, including a request to reduce parking by 22 stalls. The commission will also elect a new chair for a vacant position and adopt the minutes of the previous meeting.
- Change of Use to Community Service & Childcare Facility (Discretionary Use) and parking variance for reduction of 22 stalls at 9702-98 St (Lot 1, Block X, Plan 8421581)
- Election of new chair for vacant position
- Adoption of minutes from March 22, 2022 MPC meeting
Regular Council
At this regular meeting, Peace River Town Council will consider several bylaws and decisions, including a new ATCO Gas franchise agreement, debenture bylaws, and a municipal solid waste bylaw. They will also discuss the Highway 2 and 78 Street intersection, various proclamations, and write-offs of accounts receivable. The agenda includes a briefing on a 10-year power contract with Alberta Municipalities.
- Bylaw 2111: ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. Franchise Agreement (second and third reading)
- Debenture Bylaws 2113, 2114, 2115
- Bylaw 2119: Municipal Solid Waste Bylaw
- Request for Direction re: Highway 2 and 78 Street intersection
- Write-offs of Community Services and Planning & Development accounts receivable
Economic Development Committee
This is an organizational meeting of the Town of Peace River's Economic Development Committee. The agenda includes reviewing terms of reference, electing a chair and vice chair, and discussing budget, strategic planning, and networking. It is largely procedural, with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.
- Review of terms of reference
- Election of Chair and Vice Chair
- Budget discussion
- Strategic planning discussion
- Roundtable on CPO bylaw enforcement
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider adopting the 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw, Utility Rate Bylaw, and Fees and Charges Bylaw, which set property tax rates, utility charges, and municipal fees for the year. The council will also review the 2021 annual financial statements, consider writing off uncollectible business license fees, and discuss several policies and community events. The agenda includes presentations on urban beekeeping and financial statements, and a closed session item was deleted from the agenda.
- 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw 2116: sets municipal tax levy at $11,530,020; typical residential property tax bill increases by $38
- 2022 Utility Rate Bylaw 2117
- 2022 Fees and Charges Bylaw 2118
- Write off of uncollectible business license fees
- Establishment of investment saving accounts
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee is meeting to plan its annual recognition event and discuss physician and healthcare provider attraction and retention strategies. The agenda includes a RhPAP report, an update on healthcare providers, and a financial report that is not yet available. The committee will also enter closed session under FOIP exceptions.
- Annual Recognition Event planning: date options (June 23 or fall), format (gala or less formal)
- RhPAP Report discussion
- Update to healthcare providers
- Physician Attraction and Retention: discussion of successful strategies
- Financial Report (not available)
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear a presentation from Peace River Patrol Services and seek direction on seven policies and bylaws, including grants to organizations, social media use, council remuneration, road maintenance repeal, sick leave, utility rates, and the 2022 tax rate. The meeting also includes monthly departmental reports and closed-session items.
- Presentation on Peace River Patrol Services (Community Peace Officers)
- Request for Direction re: Grants to Organizations Policy
- Request for Direction re: Social Media Participant Use Policy
- Request for Direction re: Council Remuneration Policy
- Request for Direction re: 2022 Tax Rate Bylaw
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is meeting to address inconsistencies in recreation facility rental fees, including how to charge for dry pad rentals when admission is charged and how to handle long weekend ball tournament bookings. The board will also consider a resignation and applications for board membership, and receive reports from staff.
- Review of recreation facility rental fee schedule, including dry pad and ball diamond rates
- Discussion of options for charging admission-based rentals and long weekend tournament fees
- Resignation of board member Shehzad Bandukda
- Applications for board membership
- Ice allocation request for Minor Hockey early summer ice
Regular Council
Council will consider first reading of three debenture bylaws totaling $2,117,000 to fund 2022 capital projects: fire hydrant replacement ($150,000), fire hall purchase ($900,000), and bio solids handling facility remediation ($1,067,000). The agenda also includes decisions on remediation of a burned structure at 10034 100 St, appointments to the Economic Development Committee, Lion's Campground direction, ACCPA sponsorship, Red Dress Walk for MMIWG2S, and a budget presentation to the Chamber of Commerce. Several items will be discussed in closed session under FOIP exceptions.
- Debenture Bylaw 2113: $150,000 for 2022 Fire Hydrant Replacement Program (5-year term)
- Debenture Bylaw 2114: $900,000 for purchase of a Fire Hall (20-year term)
- Debenture Bylaw 2115: $1,067,000 for 2022 Bio Solids Handling facility remediation (20-year term)
- Request for Decision: Remediation of Burned Structure at 10034 100 St
- Request for Direction re: Lion's Campground
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will hold its regular meeting on April 11, 2022, with several requests for decision, including the 2022 operating and capital budgets, an amendment to the Traffic and Streets Bylaw, and a purchasing policy. The agenda also includes presentations from the Peace River Regional Airport Authority and the Mental Health and Addictions Task Force, plus a closed session for personal privacy matters.
- Request for Decision re: 2022 Operating and Capital Budgets
- Request for Decision re: 2112 Amendment to Traffic and Streets Bylaw No. 1746
- Request for Decision re: P-XX-XX-X Purchasing Policy
- Request for Decision re: P-XX-XX-X Policy on Encroachments
- Presentation: Peace River Regional Airport Authority (Will Stewart)
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will discuss and seek direction on the 2022 operating and capital budgets, as well as several policies including the encroachment policy and purchasing policy. They will also receive presentations on planning and development and the Sassy Squash Garden project, along with monthly departmental reports. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential matters.
- Request for Direction re: 2022 Operating and Capital Budgets
- Request for Direction re: Encroachment Policy
- Request for Direction re: Repeal of Policies and Updates of Directives
- Request for Direction re: Purchasing Policy
- Presentation: Peace River Rotarct - Sassy Squash Garden project
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council will consider giving first reading to a bylaw that would renew the natural gas franchise agreement with ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. for a 10-year term at a franchise fee of 32% of distribution revenues, excluding property taxes. The current agreement expired in September 2021 and remains in effect until renewed or terminated. Council will also discuss 2022 water rates, the 2022 capital budget and five-year capital plan, a GST audit appeal, and appointments to the Municipal Planning Commission.
- ATCO Gas franchise agreement renewal: 10-year term, 32% franchise fee, property taxes on ATCO assets
- 2022 Water Rates request for decision
- 2022 Capital Budget and 5-year capital plan briefing
- GST Audit Appeal briefing
- MPC Appointments request for decision
Community Services Board
The Community Services Board will consider a new board member application, discuss recreation facility rental fee schedule discrepancies, and review an early summer ice request from Minor Hockey. The meeting includes reports from department staff and the Peace Regional Pool.
- Board Member Application review
- Recreation Facilities Rental Fee Schedule discussion (dry pad admission fee, long weekend ball tournament rates)
- Ice Allocation Minor Hockey Early Summer Ice Request
- Reports from Director of Community Services, Recreation Facilities Coordinator, FCSS Programmers, Senior Services Coordinator, Recreation Programmer, and Peace Regional Pool
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two discretionary development permits: a modular home with attached garage at 8105-105 Ave (four site plan options, some requiring variances) and a religious use facility at 9420-85 Ave. They will also review a draft encroachment policy and discuss future meeting locations. The agenda includes minutes from the previous meeting and a closed session item.
- Development Permit 2022-02: modular home at 8105-105 Ave, Roll #536100, with four site plan options; some require front yard setback variances
- Development Permit 2022-03: religious use facility at 9420-85 Ave, Roll #326400
- Draft Encroachment Policy for review
- Discussion on future meeting locations (in-person or virtual)
- Closed session under FOIP s.17(4)(d) for personal privacy
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission will consider two development permit applications: a modular home at 8105-105 Ave and a religious use facility at 9420-85 Ave. They will also review a draft encroachment policy and discuss future meeting locations. The agenda includes adoption of previous minutes and a closed session.
- Development Permit 2022-02: modular home with attached garage at 8105-105 Ave (Roll #536100)
- Development Permit 2022-03: religious use facility at 9420-85 Ave (Roll #326400)
- Draft Encroachment Policy review
- Discussion on future meeting locations (in-person vs virtual)
- Closed session under FOIP s.17(4)(d)
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council will consider rescinding the Value of Deficient Parking Policy, which has been superseded by the Land Use Bylaw. They will also hear presentations on the library board's annual budget and the 55+ Games, and discuss tax penalty cancellation and campaign finance disclosure.
- Request for Decision to rescind Value of Deficient Parking Policy (P-61-1987-01)
- Peace River Library Board annual budget presentation (proposed $356,000 from Town)
- 55+ Games presentation (June 16-19, 2022)
- Request for Decision re: Tax Penalty Cancellation Policy
- Briefing Note re: Campaign Finance Disclosure
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will receive a presentation from the Peace Library System on its services and funding, and will consider a request to rescind the outdated Value of Deficient Parking Policy. The committee will also discuss a briefing note on the Ski Hill, a Rotary Anniversary Project, and letters regarding the 2022 budget and RCMP retroactive salary costs. Several items will be handled in closed session under FOIP exceptions.
- Peace Library System presentation on services and 2022 funding, including Town contribution of $45,960
- Request for Direction to rescind Value of Deficient Parking Policy P-61-1987-01
- Briefing Note on Ski Hill information (published March 7, 2022)
- Request for Direction re: Rotary Anniversary Project
- Letter from Public Safety Canada re: RCMP retroactive salary costs
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to decide on several items, including approving the Terms of Reference for a new Economic Development Committee and making appointments to it. They will also consider grants to organizations, a curling club lease, a spring trade show, and a tourism town hall. The agenda includes a closed session for confidential matters.
- Approve Economic Development Committee Terms of Reference
- Appoint members to Economic Development Committee
- Grants to Organizations requests from Community Futures Peace Country and Friends of the Shepherds Society
- Request for Direction re: Curling Club Lease
- Closed session under FOIP for advice from officials and intergovernmental relations
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board will elect a Chair and Vice-Chair, and review two $15,000 grant requests under the Grants to Groups Funding program: one from Peace Regional Outreach Student and Daycare Support Society for a Youth Support Counsellor, and one from Sagitawa Friendship Society for a Ground Level Youth Centre. The agenda also includes discussion of donation requests, July 1st plans, and reports from department staff.
- Election of Chair and Vice-Chair
- Grant request: Peace Regional Outreach Student and Daycare Support Society - $15,000 for Youth Support Counsellor
- Grant request: Sagitawa Friendship Society - $15,000 for Ground Level Youth Centre
- Requests for Donations discussion
- July 1st Discussion
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is holding its regular meeting on February 14, 2022. The agenda includes presentations on the proposed Alberta Police Force and several grant requests from local organizations. Council will also consider decisions on rescinding a water sales policy, attending conferences, and making board appointments.
- Presentation by John Middleton-Hope on the proposed Alberta Police Force
- Grant requests from Peace River Library, Boreal Nature Network, Springfield Parent Advisory Council, and Wahoos Winter Swim Club
- Request for Decision to rescind P-41-2004-01 Water Sales-Tank Sales-Hydrant Sales Policy
- Requests for Decision on attendance at FCM and ACCPA conferences
- Closed session items under FOIP s.21 (intergovernmental relations)
Governance and Priorities
The Governance and Priorities Committee will receive an annual policing briefing, review a draft Encroachment Policy with proposed fee changes, and consider several policy and operational items including water sales, tax penalties, and spring/fall cleanup. The agenda also includes annual reports and a closed session for confidential matters.
- Draft Policy on Encroachments with proposed fees: $150-$300/year residential, $500-$1000/year commercial, plus $300 application fee
- Request for direction on rescinding Water Sales-Tank Sales-Hydrant Sales Policy P-41-2004-01
- Request for direction on Tax Penalty Cancellation Policy
- Annual Policing Priorities briefing by SSgt Brown
- Q3 2021 Quarterly Policing Reports
Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee
The Peace Regional Healthcare Attraction and Retention Committee is meeting to discuss healthcare recruitment and retention in the Peace River area. Agenda items include updates from RhPAP, nurse recruitment efforts, the 2022 Rhapsody Awards, and a request from the Peace River School Division for support regarding Alberta Health Services (AHS) services. The committee will also review its financial report to December 31, 2021.
- Discussion of Peace River School Division request for support re: AHS services following non-renewal of Dr. Soper's contract
- 2022 Rhapsody Awards nominations and celebration planning
- Nurse recruitment update
- Financial report to December 31, 2021 showing income of $8,300 and expenses of $4,199.14
- RhPAP update including Return of Service Agreement for rural health care attraction ($6 million grant)
Community Services Board
The Peace River Community Services Board is meeting to review proposed fee schedule changes for the Peace Regional Pool and Home Support program, and to organize the board by electing a chair and vice-chair. The board will also consider applications from S. Bandukda and P. Shukla for membership. Reports from staff and grant summaries from local groups will be presented.
- Proposed pool fee increases: single admission $15.00 to $15.50, monthly pass $87.00 to $90.47, yearly pass $565.00 to $565.01
- Proposed pool lesson increases: Child Lessons $37.00 to $45.00, Youth Lessons $43.00 to $55.00, Private lessons $38.00 to $50.00
- Proposed locker rental increases: Annual Long Locker $90.00 to $162.00 (80% increase)
- Home Support fee scale review with rates from $6.00 to $23.00 per hour based on monthly income
- Board organization: election of Chair and Vice-Chair, and terms of office
Regular Council
Peace River Town Council is holding a regular meeting with presentations from ATCO Gas on franchise renewal and Strategic Steps on the Council Strategic Plan. Council will also consider several requests for decision, including repealing bylaws, a purchasing policy, a tax waiver for the Peace River Regional Women's Shelter, and electric vehicle charging stations. The agenda includes a closed session for privileged information.
- ATCO Gas franchise renewal presentation (current franchise fee 32% of revenue)
- Bylaw 2110 to repeal Bylaws 2080 and 2081
- Request for Decision re: Tax Waiver for Peace River Regional Women's Shelter
- Request for Decision re: Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Community engagement re Proposed Alberta Provincial Police Force
Regular Council
The Peace River Town Council is meeting to decide on two borrowing bylaws (MasterCard and line of credit), a tax penalty waiver request, and a tax waiver request from the Peace River Regional Women's Shelter. They will also hear a final report on the 2021 Business Support Program and discuss community engagement and other items. The meeting includes a closed session for confidential matters.
- Request for Decision re: 2108, the 2022 MasterCard Borrowing Bylaw
- Request for Decision re: 2109, the 2022 Line of Credit Borrowing Bylaw
- Request for Decision re: Tax Penalty Waiver Request (updated January 7, 2022)
- Peace River Regional Women's Shelter Society - request for tax waiver
- Community Futures - 2021 Business Support Program Final Report