Airdrie public meetings in 2023

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a recommendation to City Council on Bylaw B-46/2023, which would amend the Land Use Bylaw to add "Storage Facility, Public" as a discretionary use in the M3 Downtown Core Mixed Use District for a specific lot. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes, a council synopsis, and round table discussion.

• Bylaw B-46/2023: amendment to Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016 for Lot 1, Block 4, Plan 1710145
• Public storage facility proposed as a discretionary use in the M3 Downtown Core Mixed Use District
• MPC to provide a recommendation to Council on the bylaw

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal by Gurinder and Dalwinder Sidhu against the Development Authority's November 2, 2023 decision to deny development permit PL2301859 for a single detached dwelling with driveway widening and a variance. The board will consider submissions from the appellants, the development authority, and opposition letters from neighbors. No written support for the appeal was received.

• Appeal of denied development permit PL2301859 for driveway widening with variance at 652 Bayside Way
• Development Authority report by Geoff Rice received Dec 14, 2023
• Opposition submissions from Lai Lam Lin (Angel) and William Wong, and from Joshua and Dione Smith
• No written submissions in support of the appeal

Council Meeting

Council will consider final readings of a borrowing bylaw to fund 50% of the 40th Avenue (West) Extension to Cobblestone Boulevard project. They will also discuss proposed short- and long-term actions to address homelessness in Airdrie, and consider approving terms of reference for a public art selection panel for the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library. Several other bylaws and updates are on the agenda.

• Borrowing Bylaw B-38/2023 for 40th Avenue (West) Extension to Cobblestone Boulevard Project
• Proposed actions to understand and address homelessness in Airdrie
• Terms of Reference for Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library Public Art Selection Panel
• Bylaw B-43/2023 to amend User Fees and Charges Bylaw
• Bylaw B-45/2023, new Safety Codes Permit Bylaw

Council Budget Committee

This is a short procedural meeting of the Airdrie Council Budget Committee. The only substantive item is the approval of minutes from three previous meetings: May 15, 2023, the 2024 Budget Deliberation Meeting of November 14, 2023, and the Regular Meeting of November 20, 2023. No agenda reports or closed meeting items are listed.

• Approval of minutes from May 15, 2023
• Approval of minutes from November 14, 2023 (2024 Budget Deliberation)
• Approval of minutes from November 20, 2023

Environmental Advisory Board

The Airdrie Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine procedural items, including adopting minutes from November 9, 2022, and receiving a quarterly update from Waste and Recycling Services. The board will also discuss a commodity report detailing accepted curbside and Recycle Depot materials, vendor locations, and end products. No major decisions or public hearings are listed on this agenda.

• Adoption of minutes from November 9, 2022
• Waste and Recycling Services quarterly update
• Commodity report on curbside and Recycle Depot materials, vendor locations, and end products

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board is meeting to review a slide presentation of floor plans and renderings for the Multi Use Facility and Library, and to evaluate the Community Event Grant 2022-2023 pilot with a recommendation for a new policy. The agenda also includes adoption of minutes, public question period, and council synopses.

• Presentation of Multi Use Facility and Library floor plans and renderings
• Community Event Grant 2023 review and recommendation for new policy
• Adoption of minutes from November 14, 2023 meeting
• Council synopses for November 6 and November 20, 2023

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider approving a revised Master Site Plan for the South Point Village Commercial site and will recommend whether Council should pass a bylaw changing development notification requirements. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes, a council synopsis, and round table discussion.

• Revised Master Site Plan for South Point Village Commercial site
• Recommendation on Bylaw No. B-43/2023 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-01/2016 regarding development notification
• Minutes of November 16, 2023 regular meeting
• Council synopsis for November 20, 2023

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on a bylaw to remove references to the Municipal Planning Commission from the Land Use Bylaw, then consider three readings. Other business includes a presentation on water fluoridation, a traffic assessment for the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library, and a proposal to create an Affordable Housing Reserve.

• Public hearing and three readings for Bylaw B-40/2023 to amend Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016, removing Municipal Planning Commission references
• Three readings for Bylaw B-42/2023 to disband Community Services Advisory Board, Environmental Advisory Board, Municipal Policing Advisory Board, Council Budget Committee, and Municipal Planning Commission
• First reading of amended Bylaw B-29/2023 to establish a Clean Energy Improvement Program for property owners
• Presentation on water fluoridation by Brian Cavanagh and Dr. Robert Dickson
• Proposal to create an internally restricted Affordable Housing Reserve

Municipal Policing Advisory Board

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board will meet to review and adopt minutes from September, and receive informational updates on the ME Call-taking/Dispatching Project and an RCMP verbal update. The agenda is largely procedural with no decisions or public hearings listed.

• Review and adopt minutes of September 28, 2023 meeting
• ME Call-taking/Dispatching Project Update (L. Mackenzie/B. Rayner) for information
• RCMP Update (Inspector L. Weare) for information and discussion

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal of the Development Authority's conditional approval of a development permit for a dwelling with a secondary suite (1 bedroom) and a variance to lot width at 2029 Ravensdun CR SE. The appeal was filed by multiple neighbours. The board will consider submissions from the appellants, the applicant, and the development authority.

• Appeal of development permit PL#2301552 for a dwelling with secondary suite and variance to lot width at 2029 Ravensdun CR SE
• Appellants: Cindy and George Berry, Donna and Grant Mahalek, Ken and Laurie Newton, Kristine and Mark Pederson, Lindsey and Fausto Ricioppo, Marc and Wanda Chartrand, Julio Romero and Marzicecilia Diaz
• Applicant: Ziauddin Akhonzada; Property owner: Ziauddin and Diana Akhonzada
• Development Authority conditionally approved the permit on October 3, 2023

Council Meeting

Council will consider the final recommended 2024-2026 operating and 2024-2033 capital budgets for approval. They will also vote on a borrowing bylaw for the 40th Avenue West extension, amendments to 2024 utility rates, and a new user fees and charges bylaw. Other items include presentations from Airdrie Scouts and Alberta Health Services, and setting reserve bids for tax arrears properties.

• Final recommended 2024-2026 Operating Budget and 2024-2033 Capital Budget for approval
• Borrowing Bylaw No. B-38/2023 to fund 50% of 40th Avenue West extension from Southwinds Boulevard to Cobblestone Boulevard
• Bylaw No. B-39/2023 to amend Water, Sewer and Waste Management Utility rates effective January 1, 2024
• Bylaw No. B-41/2023 to establish new user fees and charges for city goods and services
• Public auction of tax arrears properties, including 12 Mountain Circle SE

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee is receiving the 2023 Third Quarter Financial Update, Cash and Investment Report, and Fall Major Capital Projects Update for information. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is primarily a review of financial and project status reports.

• 2023 Third Quarter Financial Update presented for information
• 2023 Third Quarter Cash and Investment Report presented for information
• 2023 Fall Major Capital Projects Update presented for information
• Minutes from October 16, November 7, and November 9, 2023 meetings for approval

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will give a recommendation to Council on Bylaw No. B-27/2023, which amends the Land Use Bylaw regarding garages as directed by Council. The Commission will also decide on Development Permit PL2301079 for a dwelling with a one-bedroom garage suite, including variances for size and side yard setback. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, public input, council synopses, and round table discussion.

• Bylaw No. B-27/2023: Land Use Bylaw amendment on garages, recommendation to Council
• Development Permit PL2301079: garage suite with variances for size and side yard setback
• Minutes of September 21, 2023 regular meeting
• Council synopses from September 18 to November 6, 2023
• Next meeting scheduled for December 7, 2023

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board will hear a staff report proposing short- and long-term actions to address homelessness in Airdrie. The board will also consider adopting minutes from its October 10, 2023 meeting and receive council synopses from October. No other business or public presentations are scheduled.

• Staff report on actions for responding to and preventing homelessness in Airdrie
• Adoption of minutes from October 10, 2023 regular meeting
• Council synopses from October 3, 16, and 23 (Organizational Meeting) 2023

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee is meeting to continue budget discussions and follow up on items from its November 9 meeting. The agenda includes deliberation and a recommendation vote. No specific budget figures or projects are listed in the agenda text.

• Continuation of agenda and follow-up items from November 9, 2023 meeting
• Council Budget Committee deliberation/discussions
• Council Budget Committee recommendation

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will receive information on the City of Airdrie's Corporate Energy and GHG Reduction Strategy, which aims to reduce corporate emissions by 5% per year over five years. The meeting also includes routine items such as adopting previous minutes and public question period. No other substantive items are listed.

• Presentation on City of Airdrie Corporate Energy and GHG Reduction Strategy
• Adoption of minutes from October 12, 2023
• Public question period

Council Budget Committee

This is a continuation of the Council Budget Committee meeting, following up on items from the November 7, 2023 meeting. The committee will deliberate and discuss the budget, then make a recommendation. The agenda is largely procedural, with no specific budget items listed.

• Continuation of agenda and follow-up items from November 7, 2023 meeting
• Council Budget Committee deliberation and discussions
• Council Budget Committee recommendation

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee is meeting to deliberate the 2024 Operating and Capital budget. Presentations include CFO opening remarks, board chairs from Airdrie Housing Limited, Airdrie Public Library, and Airdrie Mainstreet Square, plus departmental presentations on personnel costs, community growth, infrastructure, environmental services, community services, and administrative services. Some discussions may occur in camera as needed.

• 2024 Operating and Capital budget deliberations begin
• Board chairs from Airdrie Housing Limited, Airdrie Public Library, and Airdrie Mainstreet Square attending
• Personnel costs discussion (in camera as needed)
• Capital projects discussion (in camera as needed)
• Departmental presentations: Community Growth and Protective Services, Community Infrastructure, Environmental Services, Community Services, Administrative Services

Council Meeting

Council will discuss a potential $4 million contribution toward a community-use component of the planned Airdrie Francophone High School, with a deadline of end of November 2023. They will also consider first reading of a debenture bylaw amendment for the Multi-Use Facility, 40th Avenue, and future land purchases, and three readings of a bylaw changing public question period submission requirements. Presentations include the Airdrie Chamber of Commerce's 50th anniversary and a youth legacy pilot project for at-risk youth.

• City contribution of up to $4 million for community use of Airdrie Francophone High School, decision needed by end of November 2023
• First reading of Bylaw B-37/2023 to amend debenture repayment terms for Multi-Use Facility, 40th Avenue, and land purchase projects
• Three readings of Bylaw B-36/2023 to amend public question period submission requirements for council meetings
• Presentation of 2024–2026 Traffic Safety Plan and Social Well-Being Survey results
• Proclamations for National Housing Day (Nov 22), World Town Planning Day (Nov 8), and Métis Week (Nov 12–18)

Council Meeting

The council will hold a closed meeting to discuss appointments of council representatives and citizen members to committees and boards for 2024. Following that, the public agenda includes a report on adopting the 2024 Council Calendar to comply with provincial legislation. The meeting is largely procedural, with no substantive policy decisions or financial items on the public agenda.

• Closed meeting: 2024 appointments of council representatives to council committees
• Closed meeting: 2024 appointment of citizen members to council boards and committees
• Public agenda: adoption of 2024 Council Calendar (report by Charlotte Satink, Manager of Legislative Services)

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing and vote on three readings of Bylaw B-28/2023, which updates mobile vendor standards in the Land Use Bylaw. Presentations include the NE Regional Park master plan, the public art process for the Airdrie Multi-Use and Library facility, and the first State of the Infrastructure Report. Council will also consider several proclamations and letters of support for grants and housing projects.

• Public hearing and three readings of Bylaw B-28/2023 amending Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016 for mobile vendor standards
• Presentation on NE Regional Park master plan project launch
• Presentation on public art process for Airdrie Multi-Use and Library facility
• Request for letter of support for Airdrie Economic Development's $100,000 grant application to Alberta Real Estate Foundation for an Urban Modelling Project
• Proclamations for Medical Radiation Technologist Week, Family Violence Prevention Month, and Islamic Heritage Month

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee will review the proposed 2024 operating and capital budgets for the City of Airdrie and its subsidiaries, including Airdrie Housing Limited, Airdrie Public Library, and Airdrie Mainstreet Square Real Estate Inc. The committee will also consider a funding request from Volunteer Airdrie for $195,000 annually for 2024 and 2025, and a budget amendment for 2023 organizational realignment and council salary adjustment. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss the audit plan.

• 2024 Administration Proposed Budgets presentation
• 2024 Airdrie Housing Limited budget update
• 2024 Airdrie Public Library budget update
• Volunteer Airdrie funding request: $195,000 annually for 2024 and 2025
• Budget amendment for 2023 organizational realignment and council salary adjustment

Environmental Advisory Board

The Airdrie Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to review survey results and recommendations for an automated black cart garbage program, which will be forwarded to Council. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes adoption, public question period, and a waste and recycling services update.

• Black Cart Survey Results and Recommendations presented by Leanne Moreira
• Waste and Recycling Services quarterly update
• Adoption of minutes from September 14, 2023
• Public question period

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board will hear presentations on the Social Well-Being Survey results and the Healthier Together Airdrie partnership with Alberta Health Services. No decisions are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Presentation of Social Well-Being Survey results by Social Planner Chris Esselmont
• Presentation on Healthier Together Airdrie partnership between City of Airdrie and Alberta Health Services
• Adoption of minutes from July 10, 2023 regular meeting

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting on October 3, 2023, to hold public hearings and consider three readings for four bylaws: an amendment to the Chinook Gate Neighbourhood Structure Plan, administrative amendments to the Land Use Bylaw, and a change to allow drive-throughs in the M2 district. The council will also consider final reading of a debenture bylaw for land acquisition, a letter of support for a music festival grant, and a proclamation for Circular Economy Month. A closed meeting is scheduled for land and fund updates.

• Bylaw B-17/2023: Chinook Gate Neighbourhood Structure Plan amendment
• Bylaws B-31/2023 and B-34/2023: Land Use Bylaw administrative amendments
• Bylaw B-35/2023: adding Drive-Through as Discretionary Use in M2 district
• Bylaw B-62/2022: final reading for land acquisition funding
• Letter of support for Windwood Music Festival's $48,887 grant application

Municipal Policing Advisory Board

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board will meet to review and discuss the 2024-2026 Traffic Safety Plan and the RCMP quarterly report for April through June 2023. The board will also adopt minutes from the June 22, 2023 meeting and hold a public question period. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for information and discussion.

• Review and adopt minutes of June 22, 2023 meeting
• Overview of 2024-2026 Traffic Safety Plan for information and discussion
• RCMP quarterly report (April-June) presented by Insp. L. Weare
• Public question period
• Next meeting scheduled for November 23, 2023

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a land use bylaw amendment to permit drive-throughs as a discretionary use in the M2 (Community Mixed Use) district, with special requirements. The commission's recommendation will go to City Council for a final decision.

• Bylaw B-35/2023 to amend Section 8.5.17 of Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016
• Adds Drive-Through as a Discretionary Use in M2, Community Mixed Use District
• Includes special requirements for drive-throughs within the district
• Application known as The Primrose MSP

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting to hold public hearings and give three readings to bylaws B-25/2023 and B-26/2023, which make administrative amendments to the Land Use Bylaw. Council will also consider approving a new Affordable Housing Incentive Policy, review resolutions for the Alberta Municipalities convention, and endorse a watershed partnership grant application. Several items are for information or ratification, including an updated pest management plan and letters of support.

• Public hearings and three readings for Bylaws B-25/2023 and B-26/2023 (Land Use Bylaw housekeeping amendments)
• Approval of new Affordable Housing Incentive Policy, including a request to waive municipal fees
• Review and recommendations on 25 resolutions for the 2023 Alberta Municipalities Annual Convention
• Endorsement of Nose Creek Watershed Partnership hydrologic/hydraulic and water quality model project for Alberta Community Partnership grant
• Ratification of proclamation for International FASD Awareness Day and letters of support for Power of Art and BGC Airdrie

Environmental Advisory Board

The Airdrie Environmental Advisory Board will receive a quarterly update from Waste and Recycling Services for Q2 2023 and review proposed updates to the City's Integrated Pest Management Plan. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and public question period.

• Waste and Recycling Services Department Update Q2 2023
• 2023 Cart Wizard Program Update with tagging standards appendix
• Integrated Pest Management Plan updates presented for board review

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider giving a recommendation to Council on Bylaw No. B-34/2023, which makes administrative amendments and corrections to the Land Use Bylaw. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Bylaw No. B-34/2023, LUB Housekeeping Amendments

The commission met on September 7, 2023. The only substantive action recorded was the adoption of the minutes from the August 3, 2023, regular meeting.

• Adopted minutes of the August 3, 2023 regular meeting (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing and consider three readings of a bylaw to regulate distribution of flyers with graphic images. They will also discuss naming options for the Airdrie Multi-use and Library facility and receive an update on growth management in the North Highland Park area.

• Bylaw B-32/2023 to amend Community Standards Bylaw to regulate distribution of flyers with graphic images
• Procedural options for naming the Airdrie Multi-use and Library (AMUFL) facility
• Update on North Highland Park area redevelopment plan funded by the City
• Request to proclaim October 6 as World Cerebral Palsy Day and September 30 as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Letters of support for grants: $5,200 for Airdrie Quilt Guild and $50,000 for seniors' playground at Abrio Place

Council approved Bylaw No. B-32/2023 to regulate the distribution of flyers containing graphic images, including fines of $1,000 per household. The meeting also included the approval of several community proclamations and letters of support for local funding applications.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-32/2023 regulating graphic image flyers (Third Reading carried)
• Rescinded resolutions regarding Airdrie Sport Council administration and membership
• Directed Administration to lead a workshop to choose a name for AMUFL facility
• Directed Administration to undertake conceptual planning for North Highland Park by Q4 2023
• Proclaimed October 6, 2023, as World Cerebral Palsy Day
• Proclaimed September 30, 2023, as National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
• Approved letter of support for Airdrie and District Quilt Guild $5,200 funding application
• Approved letter of support for Rocky View Foundation $50,000 seniors' playground application

Council Meeting

Council will hold public hearings and consider three readings for bylaws related to the Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan and a land use amendment rezoning approximately 64.42 hectares (159.18 acres) from agricultural to mixed residential and direct control districts. Other items include amendments to taxi duty light regulations, updates on snow and ice control, and several proclamation requests.

• Three readings of Bylaw B-22/2023 (East Points CASP amendment), B-23/2023 (Spring Valley NSP adoption), and B-24/2023 (rezoning 64.42 ha near SW ¼ Section 12, Twp 27, Range 29, W4M)
• Amendment to Public Conveyance and Vehicle for Hire Bylaw (B-33/2023) to add duty light types for taxis
• Update on Snow and Ice Control program with options to adjust service levels after significant snowfall
• Request to add Route 900 bus stops at Dashmesh Culture Center on Sundays for Sikh community access
• Proclamations for Overdose Awareness Day (Aug 31), National Children's Grief Awareness Day (Nov 16), and Big Brothers Big Sisters Day (Sep 18)

Council passed three bylaws to amend the East Points Community Area Structure Plan, adopt the Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan, and update the Land Use Bylaw. The decisions redistrict approximately 159.18 acres of land for various residential and industrial uses. The approved plans include specific requirements for mineral rights owner consultation.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-22/2023 to amend East Points Community Area Structure Plan
• Approved Bylaw No. B-23/2023 to adopt Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan
• Approved Bylaw No. B-24/2023 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-01/2016
• Redistricted ± 64.42 ha (159.18 acres) from F and AG Districts to DC 53, P-2, R1, R1-U, R1-E, R1-L, R-2, R2-T and R3 Districts
• Added requirement for developer consultation with mineral rights owners in Spring Valley NSP
• Added requirement for City to refer future subdivision and development permits in Spring Valley NSP to mineral rights owners
• Adopted minutes of the July 4, 2023 regular meeting
• Accepted Council Focus Areas Objectives for information

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee will review the 2023 second-quarter financial reports and consider recommending that public skating fees be aligned with market averages, effective September 1, 2024. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss a project policy update under FOIP advice from officials.

• 2023 Second Quarter Cash and Investment Report (for information)
• 2023 Second Quarter Financial Update, including operating and capital variances, budget amendments, reserves, and long-term debt (for information)
• Recommendation to move public skating fees to market average user fees effective September 1, 2024
• Closed meeting: Project Policy Update under Section 24 (Advice from Officials) of FOIP

The Council Budget Committee accepted the 2023 second quarter cash, investment, and financial reports. A proposal to align public skating fees to the User Fee Policy was tabled pending further information on flat fees and age categories.

• Adopted July 4, 2023 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Accepted 2023 Second Quarter Cash and Investment Report (Carried)
• Accepted 2023 Second Quarter Financial Update (Carried)
• Tabled public skating alignment to User Fee Policy (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will decide on the Primrose Master Site Plan for mixed-use lands in Wildflower, and will provide a recommendation to Council on three bylaws related to the Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan, including a land use amendment redistricting about 159 acres. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and routine items.

• Decision on PL2300569 – The Primrose Master Site Plan for mixed-use lands in Wildflower
• Recommendation on Bylaw B-22/2023 to amend the East Points Community Area Structure Plan
• Recommendation on Bylaw B-23/2023 to adopt the Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan
• Recommendation on Bylaw B-24/2023 to amend Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016, adding DC-53 district and redistricting ±64.42 ha (159.18 acres) from F and AG to DC-53, P-2, R1, R1-U, R1-E, R1-L, R-2, R2-T, R3

The Municipal Planning Commission approved the Primrose Master Site Plan for mixed-use lands. The commission also recommended that Council approve the Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan and associated land use amendments.

• Adopted minutes of July 20, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Approved The Primrose Master Site Plan (Carried)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-22/2023 to amend East Points Community Area Structure Plan (6-2)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-23/2023 to adopt Spring Valley Neighbourhood Structure Plan (6-2)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-24/2023 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-01/2016 and redistrict ± 64.42 ha of land (6-2)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit for a new restaurant with a drive-through at 805 East Lake Boulevard NE, and will also review and recommend bylaw amendments to the Land Use Bylaw for administrative corrections.

• Development permit application for a new restaurant/drive-through at 805 East Lake Boulevard NE
• Bylaw No. B-31/2023: Land Use Bylaw housekeeping amendments and corrections
• Approval of minutes from the July 6, 2023 regular meeting

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that Council approve administrative amendments to the Land Use Bylaw. A development permit for a new restaurant with a drive-through at 805 East Lake Boulevard NE was defeated unanimously.

• Adopted minutes of July 6, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-31/2023 for Land Use Bylaw administrative amendments (Carried)
• Development Permit PL2202544 for restaurant/drive-through at 805 East Lake Boulevard NE defeated unanimously

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal of a conditional approval for a supportive housing (change of use) development permit at 201 Bayside Loop SW. The board will also consider preliminary issues, including late and incomplete appeal forms. Multiple appellants and supporters oppose the development, while some residents and the applicant support it.

• Appeal of Development Authority's May 29, 2023 conditional approval of development permit PL2300565 for Supportive Housing, Limited (Change of Use) at 201 Bayside Loop SW
• Preliminary issue: Notice of Appeal forms received after deadline from Melanie and Dante Lacroix, Sahil Chaudhary, Brook Hall, and Joline Hall
• Preliminary issue: Incomplete Notice of Appeal forms from Amy Preece, Michael Preece, Brian Curts, and Troy and Jennifer Kabatoff
• Appellants include Patricia James, Tyler Clarke, and Clint Hemm; applicant is Sunkanmi Peter Ayenimo on behalf of Julicare Homes Inc.
• Submissions in support of the appeal from three parties and opposition from five parties

SDAB - Appeal 1

This is the agenda for a Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) meeting in Airdrie, AB, for Appeal 1 on July 11, 2023. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no specific agenda items, details, or attachments are listed.

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board will consider options for adding municipal services to the Airdrie Fair Access low-income subsidy program and review a provincial funding increase for 19 FCSS programs. The meeting is held online only and includes adoption of previous minutes and council synopses.

• Airdrie Fair Access Enhancements – options for additional municipal services under the low-income subsidy program
• Provincial FCSS Increase in Funding – information on distributing increased provincial funds among 19 FCSS programs
• Bert Church Theatre Expression of Interest attached to Fair Access item
• Adoption of minutes from June 12, 2023 regular meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board recommended that Council add Bert Church LIVE Theatre tickets and classes to the Airdrie Fair Access program. The board also accepted a report regarding a provincial FCSS funding increase.

• Recommended Council endorse adding Bert Church LIVE Theatre tickets and classes to Airdrie Fair Access (Carried)
• Accepted Airdrie FCSS Funding Increase report for information (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of June 12, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider a development permit for a new commercial/industrial multi-unit project and a bylaw amendment regarding garage regulations. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a roundtable discussion.

• Development permit for a new commercial/industrial development (PL2201934)
• Bylaw amendment B-27/2023 regarding garage regulations, directed by council

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for a new commercial/industrial multi-unit project. The commission also rejected a recommendation for a specific Land Use Bylaw amendment regarding secondary garages, instead requesting alternate direction for Administration to explore other regulatory options.

• Approved Development Permit PL2201934 for new commercial/industrial multi-unit development
• Defeated recommendation to Council to approve Bylaw No. B-27/2023 (unanimous)
• Approved recommendation that Council give alternate direction to Administration regarding garage and driveway standards
• Adopted minutes of the June 15, 2023 regular meeting

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee is being asked to endorse and recommend to Council a scope change and capital budget amendment of $57,000 for Project 1074 Ron Ebbesen Arena Mid-Lifecycle, with funding from a Recreation Energy Conservation Rebate.

• Budget amendment of $57,000 for Project 1074 Ron Ebbesen Arena Mid-Lifecycle
• Funding source: Recreation Energy Conservation Rebate
• Scope change to include construction in the project

The Council Budget Committee recommended a scope change and budget amendment for the Ron Ebbesen Arena Mid-Lifecycle project. The funding is to be sourced from a Recreation Energy Conservation Rebate and savings from another arena project.

• Adopted minutes of the June 19, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended to Council a scope change to Project 1074 Ron Ebbesen Arena Mid-Lifecycle to include construction (Carried)
• Recommended a capital budget amendment of $57,000 for Project 1074 (Carried)

Council Meeting

The Airdrie City Council meeting on July 4, 2023, includes a closed session, a public hearing (no items), and several presentations and reports. Key items include a notice of motion to amend the Community Standards Bylaw to regulate unsolicited flyers with graphic fetal images, a request for three readings of a new Traffic Bylaw, and updates on the artificial turf field project, beaver management, and the 2023 municipal census. The meeting also includes presentations from Volunteer Airdrie Society and a proclamation for Lung Cancer Awareness month.

• Notice of motion to amend Community Standards Bylaw B-09/2012 to require opaque envelopes and graphic content warnings for unsolicited flyers with fetal images
• Bylaw No. B-30/2023 - New Traffic Bylaw, three readings requested
• Artificial Turf Field project update for Ed Eggerer Athletic Park, including potential seasonal air-supported dome
• Presentation on Volunteer Airdrie Society programs, seeking municipal funding
• Proclamation of July 2023 as Lung Cancer Awareness month

Council approved a new Traffic Bylaw and directed administration to amend the Community Standards Bylaw regarding the delivery of graphic anti-abortion flyers. Other key actions included endorsing a $135,000 Veterans Memorial project and a synthetic turf field at Ed Eggerer Athletic Park.

• Passed Bylaw No. B-30/2023 (New Traffic Bylaw)
• Directed amendment to Community Standards Bylaw to regulate graphic anti-abortion flyers
• Endorsed $135,000 budget for permanent Veterans Memorial for 2024 deliberations
• Endorsed placement and budget for synthetic turf field at Ed Eggerer Athletic Park
• Approved $57,000 capital budget amendment for Ron Ebbesen Arena Mid-Lifecycle
• Endorsed Naming City Assets Policy P-ADM-18-C
• Accepted 2023 municipal census results showing population of 80,649
• Directed report to Budget Committee on Volunteer Airdrie funding requests

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal against a development permit for a secondary suite at 2133 Ravensdun CR SE. The appeal was filed by Marc and Wanda Chartrand and others, challenging the Development Authority's decision to approve the permit. The Board will adjourn without announcing a decision at this hearing.

• Appeal against development permit PL2300629 for a secondary suite at 2133 Ravensdun CR SE
• Registered owner: Prudhvi Ram Mallampati
• Appellants: Marc and Wanda Chartrand and others
• Development Authority represented by Crystal Jackson, Planner
• No decision announced at this hearing; Board may require further information

Municipal Policing Advisory Board

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board is meeting to discuss two main items: a proposed new Traffic Bylaw B-30/2023 that would replace the current B-14/2016, and the RCMP's 2024-2026 resource request. The board is asked to recommend Council give three readings to the traffic bylaw. The meeting also includes a closed session for a strategy update, adoption of previous minutes, and a public question period.

• Recommend Council give three readings to Traffic Bylaw No. B-30/2023, rescinding B-14/2016
• RCMP Resource Request 2024-2026 presented for information and discussion
• Closed meeting for strategy update under FOIP Section 21
• Review and adopt minutes of March 23, 2023 meeting
• Public question period scheduled

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board recommended that Council adopt a new Traffic Bylaw and rescind the 2016 version. The Board also endorsed the RCMP 2024-2026 Resource Request Report for submission to Council.

• Adopted minutes of the March 23, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Traffic Bylaw No. B-30/2023 and rescind Bylaw B-14/2016 (Carried)
• Endorsed the RCMP 2024-2026 Resource Request Report and forwarded it to Council (Carried)

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal against the Development Authority's conditional approval of development permit PL2300280 for Supportive Housing, Limited at 47 Reunion Grove NW. The applicant is Bright Adelegan of Ever Bright Complex Needs Support Services Inc.; the registered owners are Walter and Frances Mitchell. Appellants include Greg Albridge and John Maxner, with opposition letters from several residents. The Board will adjourn without announcing a decision and may reconvene if more information is needed.

• Appeal of development permit PL2300280 for supportive housing at 47 Reunion Grove NW
• Applicant: Bright Adelegan, Ever Bright Complex Needs Support Services Inc.
• Appellants: Greg Albridge; John Maxner and others
• Opposition letters from Deborah Wankel, Michael and Stacy Korsh, Michel Belanger, Crystal Bliss-Belanger
• Corrections noted: missing pages in appeal package and mislabeled opposition letters

Council Budget Committee

The Airdrie Council Budget Committee is meeting to consider an operating budget adjustment under a closed session, citing confidentiality under FOIP. No other items are on the agenda.

• Closed meeting for Operating Budget Adjustment under Section 25 of FOIP (harm to economic interests)

The committee met in a closed session to discuss an operating budget adjustment. No public decisions or vote outcomes were recorded in the open minutes.

• Entered closed meeting at 12:51 p.m. to discuss Operating Budget Adjustment (Carried)
• Left closed meeting at 1:28 p.m. (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing and consider three readings of Bylaw B-18/2023 to allow a public storage facility as a discretionary use at 2731 Main Street SW. They will also consider approving the 2024–2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan to apply for CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund funding, and give first reading to the Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw (B-29/2023) to help property owners finance energy upgrades. Other items include exploring a community use component at a planned Francophone high school in Reunion and a request to raise flags and illuminate City Hall for a Korean War memorial event.

• Public hearing and three readings of Bylaw B-18/2023 for a public storage facility at 2731 Main Street SW
• Approval of 2024–2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan to apply for CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund
• First reading of Bylaw B-29/2023 establishing a Clean Energy Improvement Program for property owners
• Direction to explore shared community recreation space at a planned Francophone high school in Reunion
• Request to raise Gapyeong flags and illuminate City Hall for a Korean War monument unveiling July 6–9, 2023

Council passed three readings of Bylaw No. B-18/2023 to allow a public storage facility as a discretionary use at 2731 Main Street SW. Additionally, Council endorsed a long-term affordable housing plan and authorized exploratory talks for a shared recreation amenity at a new high school.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-18/2023 to allow a public storage facility at 2731 Main Street SW (6-1)
• Directed Administration to explore a shared community recreation amenity with Conseil scolaire Francosud (Carried)
• Gave first reading to Bylaw No. B-29/2023 Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw (Carried)
• Endorsed the 2024–2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan (Carried)
• Directed Administration to investigate an Affordable Housing Reserve Fund and apply for the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund (Carried)
• Approved raising Gapyeong flags and illuminating City Hall for a Korean War monument event (Carried)
• Endorsed using the General Operating Reserve for an Operating Budget amendment (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from the June 5, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will decide on a development permit for a new RV storage yard at 272264 Range Road 293 NE and give a recommendation to Council on Bylaw B-28/2023, which updates Land Use Bylaw standards for mobile vendors.

• Decision on Development Permit PL2300154 for a new RV storage yard at 272264 Range Road 293 NE
• Recommendation to Council on Bylaw B-28/2023 amending Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016 for mobile vendor standards

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that Council approve Bylaw No. B-28/2023 regarding mobile vendor standards, following an amendment to remove specific parking stall restrictions. The Commission also approved a development permit for a new RV storage yard.

• Adopted minutes of June 1, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Amended Schedule 'A' of Bylaw 8-28/2023 to remove section 6.13.3(2) regarding parking stall occupancy (5-3)
• Recommended Council give three readings to amended Bylaw No. 8-28/2023 (6-1)
• Approved Development Permit PL2300154 for a new RV Storage yard at 272264 Range Road 293 NE (5-3)

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board will consider two staff reports: one recommending moving public skating fees to market average rates effective September 1, 2024, and another recommending Council endorse the 2023–2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan to enable a CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund application. Both items are to be presented at the June 19, 2023 Council meeting.

• Recommendation to align public skating fees with market average under the User Fees and Charges Policy (P-COM-65-C), effective September 1, 2024
• Recommendation to endorse the 2023–2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan and allow application to the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund
• Adoption of minutes from the May 8, 2023 regular meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board recommended that Council endorse the 2024-2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan and apply for the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund. The Board also recommended using the City of Calgary's fee guide for public skating programs starting September 1, 2024.

• Adopted May 8, 2023 meeting minutes as amended (Carried)
• Recommendation to use market average user fees for public skating denied (2-5)
• Recommended Council Budget Committee use City of Calgary's fee guide for public skating effective September 1, 2024 (Carried)
• Recommended Council endorse 2024-2030 Affordable Housing Principled Action Plan (Carried)
• Recommended Council direct Administration to investigate establishing an Affordable Housing Reserve Fund (Carried)
• Recommended Council direct Administration to apply for the CMHC Housing Accelerator Fund (Carried)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Environmental Advisory Board will discuss a feasibility investigation of implementing the Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP), which would allow Airdrie property owners to access financing for energy efficiency and renewable upgrades. A related bylaw is presented for Council's consideration. The board will also receive a quarterly update from Waste and Recycling Services.

• Clean Energy Improvement Program feasibility presentation and proposed bylaw
• Waste and Recycling Services quarterly update for Q1 2023
• Adoption of minutes from April 13, 2023 meeting

The Environmental Advisory Board recommended that Council proceed with the Clean Energy Improvement Program (CEIP) and grant first reading to the associated bylaw. The board also adopted the minutes from April 13, 2023.

• Recommended Council proceed with the CEIP outlined plan and give first reading to the Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw (Carried)
• Adopted the minutes of April 13, 2023 (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will hold public hearings and consider three readings for two land-use bylaws: B-09/2023 updating R2 Low Density Residential District standards, and B-20/2023 creating a Direct Control Bylaw for 0.96 hectares in Midtown. Council will also hear presentations on the SW recreation facility's initial phase, housing recommendations, and the Mayor for a Day applicant, plus consider three proclamation requests.

• Bylaw B-09/2023: update R2 Low Density Residential District standards
• Bylaw B-20/2023: create DC-52, redistrict Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 1610657 (0.96 ha) from R4 to DC-52
• Endorse initial phase amenities for SW recreation facility
• Proclaim June 21 as National Indigenous Peoples Day, illuminate City Hall orange
• Proclaim June 19-25 as National Pollinator Week, illuminate City Hall black/white/yellow

Council endorsed a phased approach for a new SW recreation facility focusing on broad community needs. The board also passed two land use amendments regarding residential district standards and a specific Midtown property redistricting.

• Approved phased SW recreation facility plan including aquatics, fitness, and family zones (~$80-$100 million) (6-1)
• Passed Bylaw No. B-09/2023 to update R2 Low Density Residential District standards
• Passed Bylaw No. B-20/2023 to create Direct Control Bylaw DC-52 for Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 1610657
• Proclaimed June 21, 2023, as National Indigenous Peoples Day
• Proclaimed June 19-25, 2023, as National Pollinator Week
• Proclaimed June as Pride Month

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to make a decision on a development permit for a commercial child care facility at 509 and 513 1st Ave NE, and to provide recommendations to Council on two bylaws: administrative housekeeping amendments to the Land Use Bylaw, and a new Chinook Gate Neighborhood Structure Plan that would consolidate and replace two existing bylaws. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes, a public input session, and a council synopsis.

• Development Permit PL2202463 for a Commercial Child Care Facility at 509 and 513 1st Ave NE
• Bylaw No. B-26/2023: Land Use Bylaw housekeeping amendments
• Bylaw No. B-17/2023: Chinook Gate Neighborhood Structure Plan (consolidates B-10/2020 and B-13/2020)
• Approval of minutes from May 4 and May 18, 2023 meetings
• Council synopsis from May 15, 2023

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for a commercial child care facility at 509 & 513 1st Ave NE. The Commission also recommended that Council approve a land use bylaw amendment and a neighborhood structure plan consolidation.

• Approved development permit PL2202463 for Commercial Child Care Facility at 509 & 513 1st Ave NE (6-2)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-26/2023 for Land Use Bylaw administrative amendments (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve Bylaw No. B-17/2023 for Chinook Winds Neighbourhood Structure Plan consolidation (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from May 4, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from May 18, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will decide on a development permit for a four-storey apartment building (108 units) and 40 semi-detached bungalow units at 510 Reynolds Ave SW. They will also recommend to Council a land-use bylaw amendment to allow public storage facilities in the C3 Regional Commercial District on a specific lot, and a housekeeping bylaw with administrative corrections to the Land Use Bylaw.

• Decision on Development Permit PL2300112 for 108 apartment units and 40 semi-detached dwellings at 510 Reynolds Ave SW
• Recommendation to Council on Bylaw B-18/2023 adding 'Storage Facility, Public' as a discretionary use in C3 district for Lot 3, Block 1, Plan 0512433
• Recommendation to Council on Bylaw B-25/2023 for administrative housekeeping amendments to Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for an apartment and semi-detached dwelling complex. It also recommended that Council adopt a site-specific land use amendment for a public storage facility and administrative housekeeping amendments.

• Approved development permit PL2300112 for a 108-unit apartment and 40 bungalow units at 510 Reynolds Ave SW
• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw No. B-18/2023 to allow a public storage facility as a site-specific use in the C3 District (4-3)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-25/2023 for administrative Land Use Bylaw amendments
• Rescinded previous approval of May 4, 2023 minutes and postponed approval to the next meeting

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee will review the 2023 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report, Financial Update, and Spring Major Capital Projects Update for information. The main decision item is a proposal to endorse and recommend to Council a $110,000 draw from the General Operating Reserve to fund an Operating Budget amendment supporting the creation of an Arts Council Society.

• Proposed $110,000 General Operating Reserve draw to fund Arts Council Society creation
• 2023 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report for information
• 2023 First Quarter Financial Update for information
• 2023 Spring Major Capital Projects Update for information
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2023 regular meeting

The Council Budget Committee recommended using the General Operating Reserve to fund an Operating Budget amendment of up to $110,000 for the creation of an Art Council Society. The committee also accepted three quarterly financial and project reports.

• Recommended $110,000 from General Operating Reserve for Art Council Society (5-1)
• Adopted April 17, 2023 meeting minutes
• Accepted 2023 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report
• Accepted 2023 First Quarter Financial Update
• Accepted 2023 Spring Major Capital Projects Update

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting to give readings to several bylaws, including the 2023 tax rate, waste management fee changes, and land use amendments for Vantage Rise, 108 Railway Avenue SW, and RV storage. They will also hear public hearings on the Vantage Rise and Railway Avenue proposals, consider resolutions for Alberta Municipalities, and discuss youth engagement initiatives and a new Community Area Structure Plan for East Nose Creek.

• Bylaw B-19/2023: 2023 annual tax rate bylaw
• Bylaw B-21/2023: Waste management utility rate amendments effective June 1, 2023
• Bylaw B-13/2023 and B-14/2023: Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan and land use redistricting of 64.79 hectares (160.09 acres)
• Bylaw B-15/2023: Redistrict 108 Railway Avenue SW from M1 to M3 and EP districts
• Bylaw B-16/2023: Add RV Storage as discretionary use in DC-A39 district

Council passed the 2023 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw with a 5.97 percent tax increase and updated waste management rates. The city also approved funding for an Arts Council Society and authorized a new Community Area Structure Plan for East Nose Creek.

• Approved 2023 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw with 5.97% tax increase
• Approved Bylaw No. B-21/2023 to change waste management rates effective June 1, 2023
• Approved up to $110,000 from General Operating Reserve for an Arts Council Society (5-1)
• Approved request to initiate East Nose Creek Community Area Structure Plan
• Endorsed plan to formalize Airdrie Board of Youth Affairs governance
• Approved changes to Mayor for a Day Challenge, including a 2024 project pilot max value of $10,000
• Directed Administration to provide information and thresholds for zero lot line development
• Sponsored three and seconded two resolutions for the 2023 ABMunis Convention

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing one appeal regarding Lot 4, Block 1, Plan 7710285 (2 East Lake Crescent NE). The applicant/appellant is Jeff Friesen of Airdrie Baptist Church. The meeting includes presentations from the development authority, the appellant, and interested parties.

• Appeal 1: Lot 4, Block 1, Plan 7710285 (2 East Lake Crescent NE)
• Appellant: Jeff Friesen, Airdrie Baptist Church
• Development Authority: Geoff Rice
• Supporting parties include Frazer Van Roekel, Elisabeth O'Neill, Jasper Hudierez, Paul and Ali Harness, Jeremie and Sharlene Bourgeios, Mario Cabalsa
• No opposing submissions received

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board will consider a phased approach for the planned SW recreation facility and make a recommendation to City Council on which amenities to prioritize based on broadest community needs. The meeting also includes adoption of previous minutes and routine updates.

• Presentation on SW Recreation Facility phased approach to address broadest community needs (Brad Anderson, Manager Genesis Place)
• Board to recommend to City Council which amenities to include in initial phase of SW recreation centre
• Adoption of minutes from March 13, 2023 regular meeting
• Council synopses from March 6, March 20, April 3, and April 17, 2023

The Community Services Advisory Board recommended that Council endorse a phased approach for the SW recreation facility focusing on the broadest resident needs. The proposed first phase includes aquatics, fitness, and family activity zones.

• Adopted minutes of the March 13, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended Council endorse first-phase SW recreation facility amenities including a 25m pool, fitness centre, and family activity zones (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will decide on renewing development permits for three existing digital billboard signs and will give recommendations to Council on two land-use bylaw amendments, including a Midtown rezoning and a map amendment for 108 Railway Avenue SW.

• Renewal of digital billboard sign at 273131 Range Road 292 NE (PL1901103)
• Renewal of digital billboard sign at 10014 Township Road 273A NE (PL1901203)
• Renewal of digital billboard sign at 109 Gateway Drive NE (PL2000484)
• Recommendation on Bylaw B-20/2023 to rezone Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 1610657 from R4 to DC-52 (Midtown)
• Recommendation on Bylaw B-15/2023 to rezone 0.09 ha at 108 Railway Avenue SW from M1 to M3 and EP

The Municipal Planning Commission approved three billboard sign renewals (PL 1901103, PL 1901203, PL2000484) with added conditions, including structural assessments and reduced display times. A land use amendment for Midtown was recommended to Council. A roof sign permit was approved with adjusted illumination hours.

• Approved Development Permit PL 1901103 with structural condition assessment (6-2)
• Defeated motion to amend PL 1901103 expiry to 2 years (4-4)
• Approved PL 1901203 with structural condition assessment (7-1)
• Approved PL2000484 with structural condition assessment (7-1)
• Recommended Bylaw B-20/2023 for Midtown land use amendment to Council (carried)
• Approved Development Permit PL2300152 with roof sign illumination 8pm-8am (carried)
• Recommended Bylaw B-15/2023 for land use map amendment to Council (carried)

Council Meeting

This Airdrie council meeting includes a public hearing and vote on Bylaw B-08/2023 to allow semi-detached dwellings at 510 Reynolds Avenue SW. Council will also discuss honorary designations, a proclamation for Economic Development Week, and correspondence on street parking and EMS performance. The meeting starts with a closed session for civic facilities and lease updates.

• Public hearing and three readings for Bylaw B-08/2023 to amend R4 district at 510 Reynolds Ave SW
• Discussion on honorary Airdrie Community Member/Resident designation
• Proclamation request for Economic Development Week (May 8-12, 2023)
• Correspondence on residential parking permits for street parking
• Correspondence on EMS performance in Airdrie

Council passed a bylaw amendment to allow semi-detached dwellings at 510 Reynolds Ave SW. The board also directed staff to create a policy for honorary resident designations and proclaimed Economic Development Week. Additionally, Council adjusted the public participation schedule for future meetings.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-08/2023 to allow semi-detached dwellings at 510 Reynolds Ave SW (Carried)
• Directed administration to draft a policy for honorary Airdrie Community Member or Resident designations (Carried)
• Proclaimed May 8 to 12, 2023, as Economic Development Week in Airdrie (Carried)
• Changed public participation and public hearing start time to 1:00 pm effective June 5, 2023 (Carried)
• Directed administration to work with Ryan Middleton and stakeholders on AHS information requests (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from the April 17, 2023 regular meeting (Carried)
• Accepted correspondence regarding street parking issues for information (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will decide on a secondary suite development permit, three billboard sign renewals, and provide a recommendation on a land use bylaw amendment to allow RV storage in a specific district. They will also review the city's first Active Transportation Plan and approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Development Permit PL2300174 for a one-bedroom secondary suite
• Renewal of billboard sign permits at 273131 Range Road 292 NE, 10014 Township Road 273A NE, and 109 Gateway Drive NE
• Bylaw B-16/2023 to add RV Storage as a Discretionary Use in DC-A39 district (North Highland Park)
• Presentation of the Active Transportation Project Plan

The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit for a one-bedroom secondary suite and recommended that City Council adopt Bylaw No. B-16/2023. Three billboard sign renewal applications were tabled pending further risk management information. The commission also accepted the Active Transportation Project Plan for information.

• Approved Development Permit PL2300174 for a one-bedroom secondary suite (7-2)
• Accepted Active Transportation Project Plan report for information (Carried)
• Tabled billboard sign renewal permits PL 1901103, PL 1901203, and PL2000484 (Carried)
• Recommended City Council adopt Bylaw No. B-16/2023 (8-1)
• Adopted minutes of the April 6, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting to hold public hearings and vote on two land use bylaw amendments (B-04/2023 for Cobblestone Creek and B-07/2023 for 1st Avenue NE), review garbage collection program options, and receive updates on the Mud Pie Project, Fortis cable replacement, and proclamations. The agenda also includes a closed meeting for privileged infrastructure information and routine consent items.

• Public hearing and three readings for Bylaw B-04/2023 redistricting 30.10 ha in Cobblestone Creek
• Public hearing and three readings for Bylaw B-07/2023 redistricting lots on 1st Avenue NE to C1 District
• Garbage collection program review with options and regional practices
• Proclamations for Seniors' Week (June 5-11) and Lights On Afterschool Alberta Day (April 21)
• FortisAlberta cable replacement program in Big Springs

Council approved a new schedule of market-average user fees for community services effective September 1, 2023. The city also amended the 2023 Capital budget to fund a tandem plow truck and sander. Additionally, Council called for further resident engagement regarding a potential automated black cart garbage program.

• Approved market-average user fees for Community Services effective Sept 1, 2023
• Approved $57,700 Capital budget amendment for Project 000186 Roads - Tandem Plow Truck and Sander
• Endorsed further resident engagement for automated black cart garbage program
• Approved 2022 Consolidated Audited Financial Statements and Financial Information Return
• Proclaimed June 5 to 11, 2023 as Seniors' Week in Airdrie
• Proclaimed April 21, 2023 as Lights On Afterschool Alberta Day in Airdrie
• Adopted minutes from April 3, 2023 regular meeting
• Acknowledged Airdrie Public Library Board minutes from January 31, 2023

Council Budget Committee

The Airdrie Council Budget Committee will consider approving the 2022 audited financial statements and Financial Information Return, and will discuss a proposed capital budget amendment for a tandem plow truck and sander. The committee will also review a recommendation to move various community services user fees to market average rates effective September 1, 2023. The meeting begins with a closed session to discuss the 2023 audit findings report.

• Closed meeting: 2023 Audit Findings Report under FOIP Section 16
• Approve 2022 audited financial statements and Financial Information Return
• Capital budget amendment: $57,700 for Roads Tandem Plow Truck and Sander, funded from Capital Roads Reserve
• Recommend moving Community Services user fees to market average, effective Sept 1, 2023

The Council Budget Committee recommended updating user fees for transit, arenas, and recreation services to market averages effective September 1, 2023. The committee also recommended a capital budget amendment for a roads vehicle and accepted the 2022 audited financial statements.

• Recommended market-average user fees for Community Services effective Sept 1, 2023 (Carried)
• Maintained summer student transit pass fee at $25.00 (Carried)
• Recommended $57,700 capital budget amendment for Project 000186 Roads – Tandem Plow Truck and Sander (Carried)
• Accepted KPMG 360 Review Report and recommended approval of 2022 Consolidated Audited Financial Statements (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from March 20, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Airdrie Environmental Advisory Board is meeting with a light agenda. The main item is a request from administration for the board to recommend that Council conduct further resident engagement on an automated black cart garbage collection program, with service level changes to follow based on results. The meeting also includes adoption of the March 9, 2023 minutes and a public question period; no appointments, correspondence, or new business are listed.

• Garbage collection program review and options (Leanne Moreira, Program Coordinator, Waste & Recycling Services)
• Request to recommend Council conduct resident engagement on automated black cart garbage program
• Adoption of March 9, 2023 meeting minutes
• Quarter 1 waste and recycling update deferred to May 11, 2023

The Environmental Advisory Board recommended that Council endorse further resident engagement to gauge support for an automated black cart garbage program. The Board requested to review survey questions before they are distributed to the public.

• Adopted March 9, 2023 minutes (Carried)
• Recommended Council endorse resident engagement for automated black cart garbage program (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider three land-use items: updates to the R2 Low Density Residential District, a site-specific amendment to the R4 Mid-Rise Multifamily Residential District, and the Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan with a land-use amendment for about 64.79 hectares. The commission will provide recommendations to Council on each item.

• Bylaw B-09/2023 to update standards of the R2 Low Density Residential District
• Bylaw B-13/2023 and B-14/2023 for Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan and redistricting of 64.79 hectares (NE 34-26-01-W5M)
• Bylaw B-08/2023 to amend R4 District to add Semi-Detached Dwelling as a discretionary use on Lot 1, Block 39, Plan 2210892

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that Council adopt updates to the R2 and R4 residential districts. However, the commission voted against recommending the Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan and its associated land use amendment.

• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw No. B-09/2023 for R2 District updates (Carried)
• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw No. B-08/2023 to allow site-specific Semi-Detached Dwellings in R4 District (Carried)
• Denied recommendation for Council to adopt Bylaw No. B-13/2023 and Bylaw No. B-14/2023 regarding Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan (3-5)
• Adopted minutes of the March 16, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will hold public hearings and consider three readings of bylaws to amend the South Windsong Neighbourhood Structure Plan, Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan, and Land Use Bylaw for about 11.98 acres. They will also decide on a development permit for Airdrie Baptist Church at 2 East Lake Crescent NE. Notices of motion include directing work on a North Highland Park area redevelopment plan and reviewing land-use rules for secondary garages and adjacent landowner notifications.

• Public hearings and three readings for Bylaws B-11/2023, B-10/2023, and B-12/2023 to rezone 11.98 acres at Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 041 0640 from Urban Holdings to residential, townhouse, open space, and commercial districts
• Decision on Development Permit PL2202612 for Airdrie Baptist Church change of use at 2 East Lake Crescent NE
• Notice of motion to direct administration on a North Highland Park Area Redevelopment Plan funded by the City
• Notice of motion to make secondary garages a discretionary use and review driveway and notification rules
• Presentation of revised schematic design for the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library and project governance amendments

Council endorsed the revised schematic design for the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library and approved up to $110,000 to create a not-for-profit Arts Council Society. Three bylaws amending the South Windsong and Chinook Winds plans were passed. A development permit for a change of use at 2 East Lake Crescent NE was denied.

• Endorsed Revised Schematic Design Report and Project Charter for Multi-Use Facility and Library
• Approved creation of not-for-profit Art Council Society and up to $110,000 in funding (6-1)
• Passed Bylaws B-11/2023, B-10/2023, and B-12/2023 regarding South Windsong and Chinook Winds (B-12/2023 Third Reading passed 5-2)
• Denied Development Permit PL2202612 for Change of Use at 2 East Lake Crescent NE (2-5)
• Directed Administration to hire a consultant for North Highland Park Area Redevelopment Plan
• Directed Administration to make secondary garages a discretionary use inclusive of second driveways
• Directed Administration to research notification requirements for affected parties beyond MGA minimums
• Adopted minutes from the March 20, 2023 regular meeting

Municipal Policing Advisory Board

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board is meeting to review RCMP support services updates and 2023/2024 policing priorities, both presented for information and discussion. The board will also consider adopting minutes from the January 26, 2023 meeting and hold a closed session for a policing update under FOIP Section 20.

• Closed meeting: Policing Update under FOIP Section 20 (disclosure harmful to law enforcement)
• Q2 RCMP Support Services Update presented by Lynn Mackenzie
• RCMP Policing Priorities 2023/2024 presented by S/Sgt Troy Switzer
• Review and adopt minutes of January 26, 2023 meeting
• Public question period scheduled

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board approved the 2023/2024 RCMP Policing Priorities and accepted the Q2 RCMP Support Services update. The board also discussed the current RCMP contract, which expires in 2032, and a grant to study the cost of a local police service.

• Endorsed 2023/2024 RCMP Policing Priorities of Crime Reduction, Community Engagement, and Road Safety
• Accepted Q2 RCMP Support Services Update for information
• Adopted minutes of the January 26, 2023 meeting

Council Budget Committee

The Council Budget Committee will review the preliminary 2022 fourth-quarter financial update and vote on endorsing the year-end operating surplus split. They will also accept the Q4 cash and investment report for information. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and no closed-session items.

• Endorse year-end operating surplus split (2022)
• Accept 2022 Q4 Cash and Investment Report
• Review Q4 operating and capital variance reports
• Review 2022 capital carry forwards and budget amendments
• Approve minutes from Nov 21, 24, 25, 2022 meetings

The Council Budget Committee approved the allocation of a 2022 operating surplus to the General Capital Reserve. The committee also accepted the 2022 Fourth Quarter Cash and Investment Report and a preliminary financial update for information.

• Adopted minutes from November 21, 24, and 25, 2022 (Carried)
• Accepted 2022 Fourth Quarter Cash and Investment Report (Carried)
• Accepted 2022 Fourth Quarter Financial Update (preliminary) (Carried)
• Allocated 2022 operating surplus of $2,853,433 to the General Capital Reserve (Carried)

Council Meeting

Council will hold public hearings and consider three readings for two land-use amendments: Bylaw B-06/2023 rezoning 0.946 ha in Southwinds to townhouse and standard residential districts, and Bylaw B-05/2023 rezoning two parcels near First Avenue NE and Bowers Street NE to mixed-use and a new direct control district. Other items include a 2023 municipal census update, citizen satisfaction survey results, a veteran's memorial project plan, and correspondence requesting a COVID-19 healing task force.

• Public hearing and three readings for Bylaw B-06/2023 rezoning 0.946 ha in Southwinds to R2-T, R2-A, and R1-U districts
• Public hearing and three readings for Bylaw B-05/2023 rezoning 216 First Avenue NE and 132 Bowers Street NE to DC-52 and M2 districts
• Presentation of 2023 Citizen Satisfaction Survey results by Y Station Communications
• Veteran's Memorial Project update with proposed plan for memorializing veterans
• Correspondence from Mr. Herdman requesting a community-wide COVID-19 healing task force

Council approved a land use amendment for the Southwinds neighbourhood. A proposed redevelopment of 216 First Avenue NE and 132 Bowers Street NE was defeated, though Council directed staff to waive fees for a future revised application.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-06/2023 for Southwinds land use redistricting (3 readings)
• Defeated First Reading of Bylaw No. B-05/2023 for 216 First Avenue NE and 132 Bowers Street NE (Unanimous)
• Approved waiving six-month waiting period and fees for a new application regarding Bylaw No. B-05/2023
• Directed Administration to form a planning committee for the Veteran’s Memorial Project
• Ratified letter of support for Lori McRitchie's nomination for the Ed Bloos Memorial Award
• Adopted minutes from the March 6, 2023 regular meeting
• Accepted 2023 Municipal Census report for information
• Accepted 2023 Citizen Satisfaction Survey results for information

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review three development-related items and provide recommendations to Council. These include a development permit for a church, a land use bylaw amendment to allow a commercial childcare facility, and amendments to the Chinook Winds and South Windsong structure plans. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes and council synopses.

• Development Permit PL2202612: change of use for Airdrie Baptist Church at 2 East Lake CR NE
• Bylaw No. 07/2023: redistrict 509 and 513 1st Ave NE to C1 District for commercial childcare
• Bylaw B-10/2023: Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan Land Use Concept Map amendment
• Bylaw B-11/2023: South Windsong Neighbourhood Structure Plan boundary adjustment
• Bylaw B-12/2023: Land Use Bylaw Map amendment

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that City Council approve a development permit for a change of use with reduced parking requirements. The commission also recommended the adoption of three bylaws regarding the Chinook Winds and South Windsong area plans and a redistricting to Neighbourhood Commercial.

• Recommended approval of Development Permit PL2202612 (Carried)
• Recommended lowering parking requirement for PL2202612 from 55 to 46 stalls (Carried)
• Recommended adoption of Bylaw No. B-07/2023 to redistrict parcels to C1 Neighbourhood Commercial (4-1)
• Recommended approval of Bylaw No. B-10/2023 to amend Chinook Winds CASP Land Use Concept Map (Carried)
• Recommended adoption of Bylaw No. B-11/2023 to adjust South Windsong NSP boundary (3-2)
• Recommended approval of Bylaw No. B-12/2023 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. 01/2016 (4-1)
• Adopted minutes of the March 2, 2023 meeting (Carried)

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is holding a hearing for Appeal 1 regarding Lot 13, Block 32, Plan 1910322 (648 Reynolds Crescent SW). The agenda lists procedural steps, presentations by the development authority, applicant, and two appellant groups, and final comments. No decision is indicated in the agenda.

• Appeal of development at 648 Reynolds Crescent SW
• Development Authority: Crystal Jackson
• Applicant: Olumide Olowoye
• Appellant Group 1: Tyson and Alaina Kasper (representing Kevin and Jelena Stretch, Josh and Alana Marcott)
• Appellant Group 2: Kelley Whittaker and Noel Edwards (representing multiple listed appellants)

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board will consider several items, including a request to rescind a prior motion on the Youth Engagement Policy, options for supporting arts and culture, and recommendations on the Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan. The board will also review proposed 2023 user fees and a concept for the 1959 Airdrie Water Tower site. Public question period and adoption of minutes are also on the agenda.

• Request to rescind CSAB motion on Youth Engagement Policy
• Options for arts council governance structure
• Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Structure Plan open space and transit recommendations
• 2023 Community Services user fees moving to market average effective September 1, 2023
• 1959 Airdrie Water Tower site concept with art, culture, and historical elements

The Community Services Advisory Board recommended the creation of an independent not-for-profit Art Council Society and a shift to market-average user fees for community services. The board also recommended approval for the Vantage Rise open space concept and a specific update option for the 1959 Airdrie Water Tower Site.

• Recommended creation of an independent not-for-profit Art Council Society (Carried)
• Recommended move to market average user fees effective September 1, 2023 (5-3)
• Recommended approval of Vantage Rise Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan open space concept (Carried)
• Recommended Council approve Option 2 for the 1959 Airdrie Water Tower Site (Carried)
• Rescinded February 13 motion and recommended Council approve the proposed plan to strengthen civic youth engagement (Carried)
• Adopted minutes from February 13, 2023 meeting (Carried)

Environmental Advisory Board

The Airdrie Environmental Advisory Board is meeting to receive updates on the Nose Creek Watershed Partnership and the Nose Creek realignment tied to the 40th Avenue and QEII interchange. The agenda also includes adoption of February minutes, a waste and recycling quarterly update, and a public question period. No new or old business is listed.

• Update on Nose Creek Watershed Partnership and related projects
• Nose Creek realignment update as requirement of 40th Avenue and QEII interchange
• Adoption of minutes from February 9, 2023 meeting
• Waste and recycling services quarterly update
• Public question period

The Board accepted informational reports regarding the Nose Creek Watershed Partnership and the Nose Creek realignment project. No new policies or bylaws were decided during the meeting.

• Approved agenda as presented (2023-EAB-004)
• Adopted February 9, 2023 minutes (2023-EAB-005)
• Accepted Nose Creek Watershed Partnership report for information (2023-EAB-006)
• Accepted Nose Creek Realignment update for information (2023-EAB-007)

Council Meeting

The Airdrie City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a proposed corporate climate mitigation strategy, the first-year results of the shared e-scooter pilot program, and a notice of motion for a responsible pet ownership bylaw. Council will also receive updates on the Active Transportation Plan, the Thorburn back lane paving petition, and the artificial turf field project. The meeting includes a public question period at 4:45 PM, and there is no evening session due to a lack of public hearing items.

• Proposed corporate Climate Mitigation Strategy with 5% annual GHG reduction target (80% by 2050 from 2019 baseline)
• Shared E-Scooter Pilot Year One report and recommended changes for year two
• Notice of Motion for Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw requiring licensing, vaccination, microchipping, and spay/neuter for animals from Alberta Pound and Rescue Centers
• Update on Thorburn Local Improvement Petition for back lane paving
• Proclamation of March 26, 2023 as Purple Day in Airdrie

Council endorsed a corporate climate mitigation strategy with a 5% annual emissions reduction target and extended the shared e-scooter pilot for a second year. Other actions included approving a new facilities request policy and a grant application for midsized cities.

• Endorsed Climate Mitigation Strategy with 5% annual GHG reduction target based on 2019 baseline
• Approved second year of Shared E-Scooter Pilot with speed increase to 15 km/h in slow zones
• Endorsed Atypical Community Requests Policy - Facilities/Space No. P-COM-68-C
• Endorsed Alberta Community Partnership grant application for Midsized Cities Initiative
• Proclaimed March 26, 2023 as Purple Day in Airdrie
• Accepted Active Transportation Project Plan and Artificial Turf Field update for information
• Accepted SW Recreation Facility affordability report for information
• Rescinded motion to require licensing/microchipping for animals at Alberta Pound and Rescue Centers

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will review three main items: a recommendation on a Southwinds land use amendment, a decision on renewing a digital billboard sign, and a recommendation on a Land Use Bylaw amendment creating a new direct control district. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a council synopsis.

• Bylaw B-06/2023: redistrict 0.946 ha in Southwinds to R2-T, R2-A, and R1-U districts
• Billboard renewal: double-sided 4.3m x 14.6m digital sign at 272256 Dickson Stevenson Trail NE
• Bylaw B-05/2023: create DC-52 district, redistrict 216 1 Avenue NE and 132 Bowers Street NE, repeal DC-06
• Public input session open for agenda items

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that Council adopt two bylaws regarding land use redistricting. A request to renew a digital billboard permit was tabled for further information.

• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw No. B-06/2023 for Southwinds redistricting (Carried)
• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw No. B-05/2023 for 216 1 Avenue NE and 132 Bowers Street NE (3-2)
• Tabled Development Permit PL2202398 for digital billboard renewal
• Denied motion to refuse Development Permit PL2202398 (1-4)
• Adopted February 16, 2023 meeting minutes as amended

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including a closed session for intergovernmental updates, a presentation on the Alberta Pound and Rescue Center, and a bylaw amendment to public presentation rules. Council will also consider proclaiming World Lymphedema Awareness Day and ratifying a letter of support for a $1,000,000 artificial turf field grant application. The evening public hearing session is cancelled due to lack of items.

• Bylaw B-03/2023: amendments to Council and Committees Procedure Bylaw regarding public presentations
• Letter of support for Airdrie Turf Field Society's $1,000,000 grant application for artificial turf field
• Proclamation of March 6, 2023 as World Lymphedema Awareness Day
• Presentation: 2022 year-end review of Alberta Pound and Rescue Center
• Closed meeting: intergovernmental updates under FOIP sections 21 and 29

Council passed Bylaw No. B-03/2023 regarding public and committee presentations. The body also ratified a $1 million grant support letter for a new artificial turf field and proclaimed World Lymphedema Awareness Day.

• Adopted minutes from February 6, 2023 meeting
• Accepted 2022 year-end review presentation from Alberta Pound and Rescue Centre Airdrie
• Passed Bylaw No. B-03/2023 amending Council and Committees Procedure Bylaw No. B-45/2022
• Proclaimed March 6, 2023 as World Lymphedema Awareness Day in Airdrie
• Ratified letter supporting Airdrie Field Turf Society's $1,000,000 grant application
• Directed Administration to proceed with recommendation from closed meeting item 2.1

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider recommending Bylaw No. B-04/2023 to Council, which would amend the Land Use Bylaw map to redistrict approximately 30.10 hectares (74.38 acres) in the southern portion of SW 35-26-1-W5M to match the approved Cobblestone Creek Neighbourhood Structure Plan. The commission will also receive an overview of Planning & Development processes and review minutes from prior meetings.

• Bylaw No. B-04/2023: Land Use Bylaw map amendment for ~30.10 ha (74.38 acres) in southern Cobblestone Creek
• Public input session on the proposed land use amendment
• Planning & Development overview presentation by Gail Gibeau
• Approval of January 19, 2023 meeting minutes
• Council synopsis from January 16, 2023

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that City Council adopt Bylaw No. B-04/2023 to redistrict approximately 30.10 hectares of land in the Cobblestone Creek area. The commission also received an overview of Planning & Development processes and services.

• Adopted minutes of the January 19, 2023 meeting (Carried)
• Recommended City Council adopt Bylaw No. B-04/2023 for land use redistricting in Cobblestone Creek (5-2)

Council Meeting

This is a town hall meeting focused on RCMP and municipal enforcement, with presentations from the Manager of Municipal Enforcement and the RCMP Detachment Commander. Council will hear questions submitted via email and in person. No formal decisions are on the agenda.

• RCMP town hall facilitated by Carla Kautz
• Municipal Enforcement Town Hall 2023 presentation by L. Mackenzie
• RCMP Town Hall 2023 presentation by Inspector L. Weare
• Public questions via email and in person

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board is meeting to review staff reports and provide recommendations to City Council. Key items include the first-year results of the shared e-scooter pilot program, the city's first Active Transportation Plan, a new policy for atypical community facility requests, and changes to youth engagement initiatives. The board will also handle routine items like minutes, public questions, and correspondence.

• Shared E-Scooter Pilot Year 1 Report with recommended changes for year 2
• Active Transportation Project Plan for city's first Active Transportation Plan
• Atypical Community Requests Policy for facilities/space endorsement
• Review of two City of Airdrie Youth Engagement Initiatives
• Adoption of January 9, 2023 minutes

The Community Services Advisory Board recommended updates to the second year of the shared e-scooter pilot and endorsed a new Atypical Community Request policy for Council. The Board also recommended a review of the Council Youth Engagement Policy and a plan to strengthen civic youth engagement.

• Adopted minutes of January 9, 2023 (Carried)
• Accepted Active Transportation Project Plan report for information (Carried)
• Recommended e-scooter pilot changes: 15 km/h speed in slow zones, parking education, designated parking areas, and maintaining current providers/scooter limits (Carried)
• Endorsed Atypical Community Request policy to City Council (Carried)
• Recommended Council review of Youth Engagement Policy and approval of a plan to strengthen civic youth engagement (Carried)

Environmental Advisory Board

The board will review updates regarding waste and recycling services. This includes a fourth quarter update and a comparison of curbside collection data from 2021 and 2022. The meeting also covers the Alberta Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations that went into effect on November 30, 2022.

• Waste and Recycling Services Q4 2022 update
• Curbside collection comparison (2021 vs. 2022)
• Alberta Extended Producer Responsibility Regulatory update

The Environmental Advisory Board recommended that Council endorse a Climate Mitigation Strategy targeting a 5% annual corporate greenhouse gas emissions reduction. The board also accepted an update on Alberta's Extended Producer Responsibility Regulations.

• Recommended Council endorse Climate Mitigation Strategy with 5% annual emissions reduction target (5-2)
• Adopted December 8, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Accepted Extended Producer Responsibility Regulatory Update for information (Carried)

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council meets February 6, 2023, starting with a closed session, then a public afternoon session. Council will consider several items including a new Emergency Management Bylaw, a Climate Mitigation Strategy framework, and letters of support for housing and a Francophone high school. Two notices of motion are given: one to explore a Clean Energy Improvement Program and another to review the Snow and Ice Control Policy. The evening session is cancelled due to no public hearing items.

• Bylaw No. B-02/2023 – New Emergency Management Bylaw (three readings)
• Climate Mitigation Strategy: 5% annual GHG reduction, 80% by 2050 from 2019 baseline
• Letter of support for CMHC Rapid Housing Initiative 3 for Airdrie Housing Limited East Lake Apartments
• Letter of support for $50,000 provincial grant to conserve 1959 Airdrie Water Tower
• Proclamations: Wear Red Canada Day (Feb 13), Freedom to Read Week (Feb 19-25), World Thinking Day illumination

Council approved a new Emergency Management Bylaw and authorized a letter of support for affordable housing funding. They also directed staff to investigate a clean energy financing program and review snow and ice control policies.

• Passed Bylaw No. B-02/2023 (New Emergency Management Bylaw)
• Approved Letter of Support for Airdrie Housing Limited's CMHC Rapid Housing Initiative 3 application
• Directed investigation into Clean Energy Improvement Program feasibility
• Directed review of Snow and Ice Control Policy for 100K population demands
• Approved revised Marigold Library System Agreement regarding collection ownership
• Endorsed reinstallation of Gwacheon Totem Poles in Nose Creek Park
• Deferred Climate Mitigation Strategy for Environmental Advisory Board review
• Directed staff to create a fair permit fee policy for affordable housing providers

Municipal Policing Advisory Board

The Municipal Policing Advisory Board is meeting to review and discuss updates on RCMP support services, the 2022 Municipal Enforcement year in review, and the RCMP year-end review. The agenda also includes adopting minutes from the November 24, 2022 meeting and a public question period.

• RCMP Support Services Update presented for information and discussion
• Municipal Enforcement Year in Review report for 2022
• RCMP Year End Review by Inspector L. Weare
• Review and adopt minutes of November 24, 2022 meeting
• Public question period

The board adopted the minutes from the November 24, 2022 meeting. Members accepted three reports for information regarding RCMP support services, municipal enforcement, and the RCMP year-end review. Discussions included detachment space constraints and officer staffing levels.

• Adopted November 24, 2022 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Accepted RCMP Support Services Update report (Carried)
• Accepted Municipal Enforcement Year in Review report (Carried)
• Accepted RCMP Year End Review report (Carried)

Council Meeting

This is a short special council meeting consisting of a single closed-session item: an intergovernmental update under Section 21 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Public participation is not allowed due to the confidential nature of the discussion. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with call to order and adjournment only.

• Closed meeting on Intergovernmental Update (Section 21, FOIP Act)

Council convened a special meeting to discuss an intergovernmental update in a closed session. No public decisions or votes on policy were recorded.

• Entered closed meeting at 5:18 p.m. to discuss intergovernmental update (Carried)
• Left closed meeting at 6:03 p.m. (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to decide on a development permit for a property at 272134 Range Road 291 NE. The permit would allow indoor storage and industrial manufacturing, which are discretionary uses in the Interim Land Use Corridor. The agenda also includes approval of previous minutes and council synopses.

• Development Permit PL2202193 for 272134 Range Road 291 NE: indoor storage facility and industrial manufacturing
• Approval of minutes from November 17, 2022
• Council synopses from November 21, December 5, and December 19, 2022

The Municipal Planning Commission approved development permit PL2202193 for an indoor storage facility and industrial manufacturing and operations. The commission also adopted the minutes from the November 17, 2022, meeting.

• Approved development permit PL2202193 for indoor storage and industrial manufacturing (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of the November 17, 2022, regular meeting (Carried)

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting on January 16, 2023, with a closed session at 3 PM and public sessions at 4 PM and 6 PM. The main business includes public hearings and three readings for four bylaws (B-40/2022, B-41/2022, B-42/2022, B-54/2022) that would dispose of municipal reserve, close a road, create a new Direct Control District (DC-51), and designate new municipal reserve for an industrial project. Council will also consider a presentation on tiny homes, a bylaw to adjust heating permit fees, an update on Indigenous flags, acceptance of donated Indigenous-themed public art, and a letter of support for Airdrie Housing Limited's funding application.

• Public hearings and three readings for Bylaws B-40/2022, B-41/2022, B-42/2022, B-54/2022 (MR disposal, road closure, DC-51 district, MR designation)
• Bylaw B-01/2023 to amend heating permit fees to $130.00
• Presentation on tiny homes proposal by Jim Noble
• Update and direction on Indigenous flags at City Hall (Motion 2021-C-336)
• Ratify letter of support for Airdrie Housing Limited's Provincial Partnership Funding application for East Lake Apartment project

Council passed several bylaws regarding the MR Disposal site, including a portion of Highland Park Lane closure and the creation of a new Direct Control District (DC-51). The city also approved the installation of Indigenous flags at City Hall and accepted a public art donation for Nose Creek Park.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-41/2022 to close a portion of Highland Park Lane (4-2)
• Approved Bylaw No. B-42/2022 to create Direct Control District DC-51
• Approved Bylaw No. B-54/2022 to designate 0.498 ha as Municipal Reserve (5-1)
• Approved Bylaw No. B-40/2022 to dispose of 0.492 ha of Municipal Reserve
• Approved up to $15,600 for flagpoles to display Métis and Treaty 7 flags at City Hall
• Approved installation of Métis and Treaty 7 flags in Council Chambers
• Accepted Indigenous-themed public art donation for Nose Creek Park
• Ratified letter of support for Airdrie Housing Limited's East Lake Apartment project

CSAB Committee Meeting

The Community Services Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially make recommendations on three main items: the open space network in the proposed East Point Stage 1 Neighbourhood Structure Plan, accepting an anonymous donation of Indigenous-themed bronze statues for Nose Creek Park, and choosing indoor or outdoor reinstallation options for the Gwacheon Totem Poles. The board will also handle routine items like minutes, public questions, and follow-ups.

• Recommendation on East Point Stage 1 NSP open space network
• Acceptance of proposed Indigenous-themed bronze statues donation for Nose Creek Park
• Decision on indoor vs. outdoor reinstallation of Gwacheon Totem Poles
• Adoption of December 12, 2022 minutes
• Public question period

The Community Services Advisory Board recommended that Council approve the East Points Stage 1 NSP Open Space Concept. The board also recommended accepting an Indigenous-themed public art donation and the reinstallation of the Gwacheon Totem Poles in Nose Creek Park.

• Recommended Council approve East Points Stage 1 NSP Open Space Concept (Carried)
• Recommended Council accept Indigenous-themed public art donation for Nose Creek Park (Carried)
• Recommended Council direct Administration to reinstall Gwacheon Totem Poles in Nose Creek Park (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of December 12, 2022 meeting (Carried)