Airdrie public meetings in 2024

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will hold public hearings on land use bylaw amendments and the removal of reserve designations on City-owned land. The body will also review recommendations for affordable housing solutions and growth management in North Highland Park.

• Bylaw No. B-29/2024: Proposed 5-storey mixed use development at 905 Edmonton Trail SE
• Bylaw No. B-30/2024: Update to Accessory Suites regulations
• Public hearing to remove reserve designations from certain City-owned lands
• Endorsement of non-binding recommendations from the Airdrie Housing Solutions Working Group
• Acceptance of the Elected Officials Compensation and Resourcing Review final report

Council gave three readings to Bylaw B-29/2024, replacing Direct Control District DC-39 with DC-55 to allow a 5-storey mixed-use development at 905 Edmonton Trail SE. Council also gave three readings to Bylaw B-30/2024, amending accessory suite regulations, with a 5-2 vote on each reading. Additionally, Council approved removing reserve designations from six City-owned properties to align with current uses.

• Approved Bylaw B-29/2024 (DC-55 district) for 905 Edmonton Trail SE (all readings carried)
• Approved Bylaw B-30/2024 accessory suite regulations (first reading 5-2, second reading 5-2, third reading 5-2)
• Amended Bylaw B-30/2024 to make accessory suites discretionary on cul-de-sacs (carried)
• Approved removal of reserve designations from six City-owned properties (carried)
• Moved agenda items 8.2 and 8.3 to January 21, 2025 (carried)
• Adopted minutes of December 3, 2024 (carried)
• Accepted Elected Officials Compensation and Resourcing Review Final Report (carried)
• Accepted Elected Official Evaluations from closed session (carried)

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee will hear a presentation from the Southern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society and an update from the RCMP on its Q2 municipal enforcement activities. The meeting includes routine items such as a call to order, director’s brief, and confirmation of the November 12, 2024 minutes. No consent agenda items, council referrals, or closed‑session matters are scheduled.

• Southern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society presentation (Jerry Cook, CEO; Tanya Galliott, ADO)
• RCMP Q2 Update presented by Brad Tomlinson, Team Leader Municipal Enforcement, and Insp. Lauren Weare
• Confirmation of minutes from the regular meeting of November 12, 2024

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee accepted the Southern Alberta Regional Victim Serving Society (SARVSS) update for information and adopted the minutes of the November 12, 2024 meeting. The committee also accepted the RCMP Q2 update for information. No substantive decisions were made; all items were for information only.

• Adopted minutes of November 12, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Accepted SARVSS update presentation for information (carried)
• Accepted RCMP Q2 update presentation for information (carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee will receive an update on the Intersection Safety Audit Project. It will review a proposed amendment (Bylaw No. B-33/2024) to update supportive‑housing regulations within the Land Use Bylaw. The committee will also be presented with an overview of the Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth and Investment departments. No public presentations or consent‑agenda items are scheduled.

• Intersection Safety Audit Project – status and scope update
• Bylaw No. B-33/2024 – amendment to supportive housing regulations (recommendation to Council)
• Presentation on Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth and Investment Departments

The committee recommended Council approve Bylaw No. B-33/2024, which amends supportive housing regulations in the Land Use Bylaw. It also accepted an information report on the Intersection Safety Audit Project and a departmental overview. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Council approve Bylaw No. B-33/2024 (supportive housing regulation updates) (carried)
• Accepted Intersection Safety Audit Project report for information (carried)
• Accepted overview of Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth departments for information (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will consider three borrowing bylaws to fund the Southwest Recreation Centre Phase 1, 2025 sanitary projects, and fire vehicle and equipment projects. The council is also set to give three readings to a bylaw amending utility rates for water, sewer, and waste management effective January 1, 2025.

• Borrowing Bylaw B-01/2025 for $89,990,011 for Southwest Recreation Centre Phase 1
• Borrowing Bylaw B-02/2025 for $6,847,700 for 2025 Sanitary projects
• Borrowing Bylaw B-03/2025 for $548,648 for 2025 Fire Vehicle and Equipment projects
• Bylaw B-39/2024 amendments to 2025 Utility Rates for Water, Sewer, and Waste Management
• New Elections Bylaw B-38/2024 establishing election procedures

Council gave first reading to three borrowing bylaws totaling over $97 million for the Southwest Recreation Centre Phase 1, 2025 sanitary projects, and fire vehicle/equipment projects. It also passed a new Elections Bylaw and amended utility rates for 2025. Council supported grant applications for a transportation project and a waste-to-energy feasibility study.

• First reading of Bylaw B-01/2025 to fund $89,990,011 for SW Recreation Centre Phase 1 (carried)
• First reading of Bylaw B-02/2025 to fund $6,847,700 for 2025 sanitary projects (carried)
• First reading of Bylaw B-03/2025 to fund $548,648 for fire vehicle/equipment projects (carried)
• Third reading of Bylaw B-39/2024 amending 2025 utility rates (carried)
• Third reading of Bylaw B-38/2024, new Elections Bylaw, as amended (carried)
• Supported application for Local Growth and Sustainability Grant for Gateway/Veterans Blvd left-turn project (carried)
• Endorsed Town of Cochrane's grant application for waste-to-energy feasibility study (carried)
• Adopted minutes of November 13, 15, 18, 19 special and regular meetings, as amended (carried)

SC - Community and Corporate Services Meeting

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee will review the 2024 third-quarter cash and investment reports, financial variance updates, and progress on the Town and Country Centre rental process.

• 2024 Third Quarter Cash and Investment Report
• 2024 Third Quarter Financial Update
• Inspire Multi-Use Facility Program Delivery Plan
• Update on the Town and Country Centre
• Confirmation of September 24, 2024 minutes

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee accepted several reports for information, including the 2024 Third Quarter Financial Update, the Inspire Multi-Use Facility Program Delivery Plan, and an update on the Town and Country Centre. The committee also accepted the 2024 Third Quarter Cash and Investment Report and moved it to the regular meeting agenda. No substantive decisions were made; all items were accepted as information.

• Accepted 2024 Third Quarter Cash and Investment Report for information (moved to regular agenda)
• Accepted 2024 Third Quarter Financial Update for information
• Accepted Inspire Multi-Use Facility Program Delivery Plan for information
• Accepted Update on the Town and Country Centre for information

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee is reviewing updates to the Municipal Development Plan to align with regional growth plans. The committee will also receive a status update on major capital projects for Fall 2024.

• Recommendation for Council to approve Bylaw No. B-34/2024 amending Municipal Development Plan Bylaw No. B-17/2014
• 2024 Fall Major Capital Projects Update

The committee recommended that Council approve Bylaw No. B-34/2024 (Municipal Development Plan updates), subject to removing clauses not required for regional plan alignment if not legislatively required by August 15, 2025. They also accepted the 2024 Fall Major Capital Projects Update for information and adopted the October 22, 2024 minutes. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Council approve Bylaw No. B-34/2024 with condition on regional alignment (carried)
• Accepted 2024 Fall Major Capital Projects Update for information (carried)
• Adopted minutes of October 22, 2024 meeting (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will conduct the fourth day of 2025 budget deliberations and move to approve the operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes a vote on updating user fees and charges for 2025.

• Approval of 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets
• Bylaw No. B-35/2024: User Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment for 2025

Council adopted the 2025 operating budget of $228,826,130 and capital budget of $174,674,612, and approved a 4.74% municipal tax adjustment. They also approved a pilot program for additional transit service hours, added $200,000 for asphalt crack sealing, and reduced the staffing request to 10 FTE positions. The user fees and charges bylaw was passed with Deputy Mayor Spearman opposed.

• Adopted 2025 Operating Budget of $228,826,130
• Adopted 2025 Capital Budget of $174,674,612
• Approved 4.74% municipal tax adjustment (1.44% services, 3.30% capital)
• Approved pilot program for additional transit service hours ($311,000)
• Added $200,000 for asphalt crack sealing on arterial/collector roads
• Reduced staffing request to 10 FTE positions (from 20.2 FTE)
• Approved $1.5M draw from Utility Stabilization Reserve
• Gave third reading to Bylaw B-35/2024 (user fees) 5-1

Council Meeting - NEW

The council will receive updates on the Extended Producer Responsibility program, 2024 living‑wage figures, the 2024 houselessness estimation study, the Healthier Together Action Plan, and an accessibility audit. It will also consider a proclamation for Transgender Day of Remembrance and vote to raise the transgender flag on the temporary pole at Nose Creek Regional Park from November 13 to November 20, 2024.

• Proclamation and flag‑raising request for Transgender Day of Remembrance (Nose Creek Regional Park, Nov 13‑20 2024)
• Extended Producer Responsibility program update
• 2024 Living Wage numbers presentation
• 2024 Houselessness Estimation Study Highlights Report
• Healthier Together Action Plan update

Council accepted several informational reports, including Airdrie's 2024 Houselessness Estimation Study, the Healthier Together Action Plan, the Accessibility Audit Report, and the 2024 Living Wage report. Council also ratified the approval of raising the transgender flag in Nose Creek Regional Park from November 13 to 20, 2024. No substantive decisions were made beyond accepting these reports for information.

• Adopted minutes of November 5, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Accepted Extended Producer Responsibility Update for information (carried)
• Moved Airdrie's 2024 Living Wage report to regular agenda (carried)
• Received Airdrie's 2024 Living Wage report for information (carried)
• Excused Councillor Belyk from meeting (carried)
• Accepted Houselessness Estimation Study Highlights Report for information (carried)
• Accepted Healthier Together Action Plan for information (carried)
• Accepted Accessibility Audit Report for information (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

The Airdrie City Council will continue its 2025 budget deliberations, reviewing operating and capital budget proposals. Council will vote to approve the 2025 operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes consideration of Bylaw No. B-35/2024, which proposes new user fees and charges. A closed‑session segment is scheduled for any additional discussions.

• Council approval of 2025 operating and capital budgets
• Bylaw No. B-35/2024 – New User Fees and Charges Bylaw

The Airdrie City Council met for 2025 budget deliberations, receiving presentations on user fees, transit ridership, staffing, training, and grants. Council also held a closed session to discuss 20th-century personnel costs and the detailed capital budget, and reached a consensus to fund proposed items using the prior year surplus.

• Entered closed session to discuss 2025 personnel costs and detailed capital budget (Motion 2024-C-363)
• Left closed session at 2:13 p.m. (Motion 2024-C-364)
• Reached consensus to fund items proposed by M. Bigney with the prior year surplus

Council Meeting - NEW

The Airdrie City Council will continue budget deliberations from the previous meeting and vote on the 2025 operating and capital budgets. Council will also consider Bylaw No. B-35/2024, which amends Schedule A of Bylaw No. B-41/2023 to set new user fees effective January 1 and May 1, 2025. The meeting includes a public agenda segment and a closed‑session for additional discussions.

• 2025 budget deliberation and discussion (Day 2)
• Council approval of 2025 operating and capital budgets
• Bylaw No. B-35/2024 amendment to user fees and charges (effective Jan 1 2025 and May 1 2025)
• Public agenda at 9:00 AM
• Closed‑session discussions as needed

The council held a budget deliberation meeting where directors presented the People & Organizational Effectiveness, Corporate Services, and Environmental Services budgets. All three presentations were accepted for information, and no budget decisions were made. The council also entered a closed session to discuss a personnel update.

• Accepted People & Organizational Effectiveness budget presentation for information (carried)
• Accepted Corporate Services budget presentation for information (carried)
• Accepted Environmental Services budget presentation for information (carried)
• Entered closed session to discuss personnel update (carried)
• Left closed session at 4:38 p.m. (carried)
• Accepted Director Presentations for information (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

The City Council will review the 2025 operating and capital budget documents. Budget updates will be presented for Airdrie Housing Limited, the Airdrie Public Library, and Airdrie Mainstreet Square Real Estate Inc. Director presentations on community safety, infrastructure, growth, services, and corporate matters will follow. Closed‑session discussions may address personnel costs and capital projects.

• 2025 Budget for Council Deliberation (operating budget)
• 2025 Detailed Operating Budget for Council Deliberation (capital budget)
• 2025 Airdrie Housing Limited Budget Update
• 2025 Airdrie Public Library Budget Update
• 2025 AMSQ (Mainstreet Square) Budget Update

Council held the first day of 2025 budget deliberations, receiving several budget updates for information. The session included presentations from city directors and subsidiary organizations regarding operating costs, staffing, and infrastructure projects.

• Accepted 2025 Airdrie Housing Limited budget for information (Carried)
• Accepted 2025 Airdrie Public Library budget for information (Carried)
• Accepted 2025 AMSQ budget for information (Carried)

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee is reviewing updates to the Airdrie Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) and Social policies. The body is also receiving operational updates on municipal enforcement and community safety funding.

• Proposed amendments to the Airdrie Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Policy
• Proposed amendments to the Social Policy
• Annual overview of Municipal Enforcement departmental priorities and operations for 2024
• Building Safer Communities Fund Update Q4 2024
• Update on preparations for the 2026-2028 FCSS Funding Cycle

The committee recommended that Council approve the new Airdrie Family and Community Support Services Policy COM-71-C and the new Social Policy COM-72-C, repealing the previous policies COM-62-C and COM-63-C. It also accepted several reports for information, including the Building Safer Communities Fund Q4 2024 update, Municipal Enforcement update, and Airdrie FCSS Overview. The committee appointed Councillor Kolson as Chair for the meeting and adopted the October 8, 2024 minutes.

• Appointed Councillor Kolson as Chair for the meeting (carried)
• Adopted minutes of October 8, 2024 (carried)
• Moved consent agenda item to regular meeting agenda (carried)
• Accepted Building Safer Communities Fund Q4 2024 report for information and recommended presentation to Council (carried)
• Accepted Municipal Enforcement update for information (carried)
• Accepted Airdrie FCSS Overview report for information (carried)
• Recommended Council approve FCSS Policy COM-71-C and repeal COM-62-C (carried)
• Recommended Council approve Social Policy COM-72-C and repeal COM-63-C (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

The council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw No. B‑30/2024 to amend accessory‑suite regulations and then give three readings on the bylaw. It will also consider a new Use of Council Chambers Policy (P‑ADM‑20‑C). An updated report on the automated garbage collection program, including cost estimates and a service recommendation, will be presented. Additional items include a downtown incentives program update and a research report on naturally occurring affordable housing.

• Public Hearing on Bylaw No. B‑30/2024 – accessory‑suite regulation amendment (three readings to follow)
• Review and approval of Use of Council Chambers Policy (P‑ADM‑20‑C)
• Automated Garbage Collection Program report with cost estimates and recommendation
• 2024 Downtown Incentives Program update
• Research Report on Naturally Occurring Affordable Housing (NOAH) provided for information

Council tabled the Land Use Bylaw amendment on secondary suites (B-30/2024) to add neighbour notification and new construction delineation, voting 5-2. Later, after an initial defeat, Council reconsidered and approved the automated garbage collection program with a 120L cart, weekly pickup, and exemption programs, voting 4-3. Council also approved a budget adjustment for a land purchase and a budget amendment for a capital project from closed session.

• Tabled Bylaw B-30/2024 on secondary suites (5-2)
• Defeated automated garbage program (3-4)
• Reconsidered and approved automated garbage program (4-3)
• Approved budget adjustment for land purchase (carried)
• Approved budget amendment for capital project (carried)
• Adopted minutes of October 15 and 29 meetings (carried)
• Accepted consent agenda reports (carried)
• Endorsed Use of Council Chambers Policy (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

The council will hold a closed session to consider appointments to the 2025 Citizen Members Board and the 2025 Council Representatives under Section 29 of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. After the closed session, the public agenda will be addressed. The council will review and vote on the 2025 Council Calendar to meet requirements of the Municipal Government Act and Procedure Bylaw B-10/2024. The meeting will end with adjournment.

• 2025 Citizen Members Board appointments (Section 29)
• 2025 Council Representatives appointments (Section 29)
• Approval of the 2025 Council Calendar
• Motions arising from the closed session
• Adjournment

Council approved the 2025 Council Calendar (removing the August 19 meeting) and made numerous appointments to boards and committees, including new and reappointed citizen members and council representatives. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved 2025 Council Calendar, amended to remove August 19, 2025 meeting
• Appointed Moosa Rahman and reappointed Oluwadamilola (Simi) Obasan to Assessment Review Board (3-year term)
• Reappointed Sara Winger to Airdrie Library Board (3-year term)
• Appointed Art Skow and reappointed 5 members to Subdivision and Development Appeal Board/General Appeal Board (1-year term)
• Approved council member appointments to external committees and boards
• Extended terms of Standing Committee Chairs for one year
• Approved Art Skow serving on more than one committee

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee will decide on Development Permit PL2401060, a child‑care facility at 313 Main Street NW that includes parking stall variances. The committee will receive an informational update on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program. It will also provide a recommendation to Council on Bylaw No. B‑27/2024, which amends the Land Use Bylaw to update sign regulations.

• Decision on Development Permit PL2401060 – child‑care, General, 313 Main Street NW, with parking stall variances
• Information update on the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) program
• Recommendation to Council on Bylaw No. B‑27/2024 to amend sign regulations in the Land Use Bylaw

The committee voted 2-2 to defeat a development permit application (PL2401060) for a child care facility, despite proposed conditions on parking, lighting, and operating hours. The committee accepted an update on Extended Producer Responsibility and recommended Council approve Bylaw B-27/2024 amending sign regulations. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Development permit PL2401060 for child care denied (2-2 tie)
• Extended Producer Responsibility update accepted for information
• Recommended Council approve Bylaw B-27/2024 (sign regulations)

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Airdrie SDAB Appeal meeting scheduled for 2024-10-16 does not list any specific agenda items. The agenda appears to contain only procedural placeholders without details. No decisions or discussions are documented in the provided agenda.

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will review the 2025 operating and capital budgets, which will be discussed starting November 13, 2024. The meeting also includes a proclamation for Family Violence Prevention Month and a motion regarding the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board compensation.

• 2025 Budget for Council Deliberation
• Family Violence Prevention Month Proclamation
• Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Compensation Review
• City of Airdrie 2024 Audit Plan
• Energy and GHG Performance Standards on Municipal New Construction

Council approved a 25% energy consumption reduction standard (NECB Tier 2) for new municipal commercial and institutional buildings larger than 600 m², and directed administration to develop a sustainable buildings policy. The 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets were presented for deliberation. Council also directed administration to proceed on two closed-session land items, one with a 5-1 vote.

• Approved 25% energy reduction standard for new municipal buildings >600 m² (carried)
• Directed administration to develop a sustainable buildings policy (carried)
• Accepted 2025 Operating and Capital Budgets presentation for information (carried)
• Directed administration to proceed on closed-session land item 13.2 (carried)
• Directed administration to proceed on closed-session land item 13.3 (5-1, opposed: Mayor Brown)

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee will receive a presentation of Airdrie’s 2024 Houselessness Estimation Study Highlights Report. It will also be briefed on the 2024‑25 Extreme Weather Plan update. Both items are for information only and no decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation of Airdrie’s 2024 Houselessness Estimation Study Highlights Report (v2)
• Presentation of the 2024‑25 Extreme Weather Plan update

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee met on October 8, 2024, and made two recommendations to Council. It recommended that Council accept Airdrie's 2024 Houselessness Estimation Study Highlights Report and next steps for information, and accepted the 2024-25 Extreme Weather Plan Update for information. The committee also heard a verbal update on the new Southern Alberta Regional Victim Servicing Society (SARVSS) and a provincial requirement for a police committee by March 1, 2025.

• Recommended Council accept 2024 Houselessness Estimation Study Highlights Report (carried)
• Accepted 2024-25 Extreme Weather Plan Update for information (carried)
• Adopted minutes of September 10, 2024 meeting (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw B-31/2024 to rezone 24.91 hectares for the Key Ranch Neighbourhood Phase 2. The council is also set to approve a draw from operating reserves for the Clean Energy Improvement Plan and update its investment policy.

• Public hearing on Bylaw B-31/2024 for Key Ranch Phase 2
• Approval for Clean Energy Improvement Plan funding draw
• Rescission of Investment Policy FIN-22-C and adoption of FIN-30-C
• Proclamation of October 2, 2024 as Energy Efficiency Day
• Proclamation of October 2024 as Islamic Heritage Month

Council gave three readings to Bylaw B-31/2024, redistricting about 24.91 ha (61.55 ac) in the Key Ranch area for Phase 2 residential development, with an amendment removing 1.88 ha from the plan. Council also approved a $1,623,968 operating reserve draw for the Clean Energy Improvement Plan, endorsed an updated Investment Policy, and directed administration on legacy leases and a personnel matter from closed session.

• Gave first reading to Bylaw B-31/2024 (Key Ranch Phase 2 redistricting) (carried)
• Gave second reading to Bylaw B-31/2024 with amendment removing 1.88 ha (carried)
• Granted permission for third reading of Bylaw B-31/2024 (carried unanimously)
• Gave third reading to Bylaw B-31/2024 as amended (carried)
• Approved $1,623,968 operating reserve draw for Clean Energy Improvement Plan loans (carried)
• Endorsed updated Investment Policy FIN-30-C and rescinded FIN-22-C (carried)
• Proclaimed October 2, 2024 as Energy Efficiency Day (carried)
• Directed administration to proceed with legacy leases on municipal reserve land (carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee is meeting to discuss energy and greenhouse gas (GHG) performance guidance. The committee is being asked to provide guidance regarding these performance standards for new City-owned construction.

• Energy and GHG Performance Guidance on Municipal New Construction

The committee received an information report and recommended that Council adopt the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB) 2020 Tier 2 energy consumption reduction standard for new municipal commercial and institutional construction over 600 m², and direct Administration to develop a sustainable buildings policy. The motion was carried. The committee also confirmed the minutes of the September 10, 2024 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted minutes of September 10, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Recommended Council adopt NECB 2020 Tier 2 for new municipal buildings >600 m² (carried)
• Recommended Council direct Administration to develop a sustainable buildings policy (carried)

SC - Community and Corporate Services Meeting

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee will review the Public Art Policy. Members are asked to recommend that Council repeal the existing Public Art Policy P-01/2008 and approve the new Public Art Policy MED-08-C. No other items are on the agenda.

• Public Art Policy: repeal P-01/2008 and adopt MED-08-C

The committee defeated a motion to recommend rescinding Public Art Policy P-01/2008 and approving the new Public Art Policy MED-08-C. Instead, it carried a motion to forward 12 additional considerations to Council for its review of the policy. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Motion to recommend rescinding Public Art Policy P-01/2008 and approve MED-08-C defeated unanimously
• Motion to forward 12 additional considerations on Public Art Policy to Council carried

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will review an appeal of the Development Authority’s August 2 2024 decision that conditionally approved development permit PL2401079 for a double‑sided digital billboard at 5994 Range Road 294 SE. The appeal was filed by Chris Roubekas on behalf of Steve Bakovsky Holdings Ltd., the property owner. No written submissions were filed by the appellant, applicant, supporters, or opponents by the deadline. The board will consider the appeal using the planning report dated September 13 2024.

• Appeal of conditional approval for Billboard sign – Digital Media (Double Sided) (permit PL2401079)
• Property: 5994 Range Road 294 SE (Lot 1, Block 1, Plan 0110936)
• Appellant: Chris Roubekas c/o Steve Bakovsky Holdings Ltd.
• No written submissions submitted by any party by the deadline
• Planning report attached (Report from Planning Sept 13 2024.pdf)

Council Meeting - NEW

The council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw No. B-29/2024, which proposes amending the Land Use Bylaw to replace Direct Control District DC‑39 with DC‑55 to permit a future 5‑storey mixed‑use development at 905 Edmonton Trail SE. After the hearing, council members will be asked to give three readings to the bylaw. The meeting also includes a letter of support for the Airdrie BMX Association’s $70,000 CFEP funding request and a proclamation of World Cerebral Palsy Day on October 6, 2024.

• Public hearing on Bylaw No. B-29/2024 to replace DC‑39 with DC‑55 for 5‑storey mixed‑use at 905 Edmonton Trail SE
• Council to give three readings to the bylaw after the hearing
• Letter of support for Airdrie BMX Association’s CFEP application for $70,000 funding
• Proclamation of World Cerebral Palsy Day (Oct 6, 2024) and illumination of City Hall in green
• Confirmation of minutes from the August 20 and September 3, 2024 council meetings

Council held a public hearing on Bylaw B-29/2024 to rezone 905 Edmonton Trail SE for a 5-storey mixed-use development, then voted to table the bylaw. Administration was directed to work with the applicant on additional parking, traffic safety, and sight line analyses. The motion to table carried. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining agenda items were informational or procedural.

• Tabled Bylaw B-29/2024 for 905 Edmonton Trail SE (carried)
• Adopted minutes of August 20 and September 3, 2024 (carried)
• Accepted Council Focus Areas Mid-Year Update 2024 for information (carried)
• Endorsed 2024 ABMunis resolutions recommendations (carried)
• Ratified letter of support for Airdrie BMX Association's $70,000 grant application (carried)
• Excused Deputy Mayor Belyk from the meeting (carried)
• Entered closed session for personnel discussion (carried)

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee will hear a Rocky View Foundation overview presented by Chris Rowe, CAO. It will also receive the 2024 RCMP Q1 update from Inspector Lauren Weare. A Transportation and Training overview will be presented by Tony Evans, Transportation Officer/Training Coordinator. No consent agenda, closed‑session, or resolution items are on the agenda.

• Rocky View Foundation overview – presentation by Chris Rowe, Chief Administrative Officer
• 2024 RCMP Q1 update – presentation by Inspector Lauren Weare, Airdrie RCMP
• Transportation and Training overview – presentation by Tony Evans, Transportation Officer/Training Coordinator

The committee received an informational overview from Rocky View Foundation CEO Chris Rowe on affordable housing challenges, including a waitlist of 300 individuals and 160 seniors for 84 units. The committee also accepted the RCMP Q1 update and the Transportation and Training overview, all as information items. No substantive decisions were made; all items were accepted for information only.

• Accepted Rocky View Foundation overview for information (carried)
• Accepted RCMP Q1 update for information (carried)
• Accepted Transportation and Training overview for information (carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee is reviewing an update to the automated garbage collection program. The discussion includes current cost estimates, resident engagement results, and a service level recommendation.

• Automated Garbage Collection Program update and service level recommendation

The committee voted to recommend that City Council accept a revised garbage collection program featuring automated collection with standard 120L carts, weekly pickup, and exemption programs. The recommendation includes conditions such as defining cart use rules by bylaw and providing more details on environmental aspects and logistics. The committee also adopted the minutes from the August 27, 2024 meeting.

• Recommended revised garbage collection program to Council (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of August 27, 2024 meeting (Carried)

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hold a preliminary hearing on an appeal of the Development Authority’s decision to cancel tenancy permit 52‑12. The appeal is filed by Foster LLP on behalf of 1818622 Alberta Ltd, the owner of 69 East Lake Cres NE, Block 2, Plan 8710742. No support or opposition submissions have been received. The board will review the Development Authority’s and appellant’s submissions dated September 3, 2024.

• Appeal of Development Authority’s cancellation of tenancy permit 52‑12 for 69 East Lake Cres NE
• Applicant and property owner: 1818622 Alberta Ltd (represented by Foster LLP)
• No support or opposition submissions received
• Development Authority’s submissions (PDF, received Sept 3 2024)
• Appellant’s written submissions (PDF, received Sept 3 2024)

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is reviewing an appeal by Dion Lauinger. The appeal contests a July 19, 2024, decision to conditionally approve a development permit for urban agriculture (backyard hens) at 70 Edmund Way SE.

• Appeal of development permit PL#2400934 for Urban Agriculture (Backyard Hens) at 70 Edmund Way SE

Council Meeting - NEW

The Airdrie City Council meeting on September 3, 2024, includes a closed session to discuss a Capital Budget Amendment and a Land Update, both under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

• Closed session for Capital Budget Amendment
• Closed session for Land Update
• Meeting held at 400 Main Street SE
• No public hearings or consent agenda items
• No items selected for the agenda reports

Council held a closed session to discuss a capital budget amendment and a land update, citing confidentiality under FOIP. After returning, they approved a $210,000 capital budget amendment to fund Project #1107 from the Capital Building Reserve. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was otherwise procedural.

• Approved $210,000 capital budget amendment for Project #1107, funded from Capital Building Reserve (carried)

SC - Community and Corporate Services Meeting

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee will be provided with the 2024 second‑quarter cash and investment report. It will also receive an overview of the Legacy Facilities Community Needs Assessment, an update on 2024 culture and heritage projects, and a second‑quarter financial update. No public presentations, council referrals, or closed‑session items are scheduled.

• 2024 Second Quarter Cash and Investment Report
• Legacy Facilities Community Needs Assessment overview
• 2024 Culture and Heritage project update
• 2024 Second Quarter Financial Update (operating variance, capital variance, budget amendments, reserves, long‑term debt)
• Confirmation of minutes from the May 28, 2024 meeting

The committee accepted four reports for information, including the Q2 cash and investment report, legacy facilities community needs assessment, culture and heritage update, and Q2 financial update. No binding decisions were made; all items were informational. The meeting also included a verbal update on community services projects.

• Adopted minutes of May 28, 2024 meeting (carried)
• Accepted 2024 Second Quarter Cash and Investment Report for information (carried)
• Accepted Legacy Facilities Community Needs Assessment for information (carried)
• Accepted Update Culture and Heritage 2024 for information (carried)
• Accepted 2024 Second Quarter Financial Update for information (carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee will advise Council on two bylaws. Bylaw No. B-31/2024 would amend Section 8.1(3) of the Land Use Bylaw to redistrict about 24.91 ha (61.55 ac) for Phase 2 of the Key Ranch Neighborhood. Bylaw No. B-30/2024 would update the accessory suite regulations in the Land Use Bylaw. No public presentations or other agenda items are listed.

• Bylaw No. B-31/2024 – amendment to Section 8.1(3) of Land Use Bylaw No. B‑01/2016 to redistrict ~24.91 ha (61.55 ac) for Key Ranch Neighborhood Phase 2.
• Bylaw No. B-30/2024 – amendment to the Accessory Suite regulations in Land Use Bylaw No. B‑01/2016.

The committee voted to recommend Council adopt Bylaw B-31/2024, redistricting about 24.91 ha in Key Ranch for the next phase of land use. It also accepted for information an update on accessory suite regulations (Bylaw B-30/2024) and received reports on water restrictions and strategic growth. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw B-31/2024 (Key Ranch land use amendment) (carried)
• Accepted Bylaw B-30/2024 (Accessory Suites Regulation Update) for information (carried)
• Accepted Community Infrastructure update for information (carried)
• Accepted Strategic Growth and Investment update for information (carried)
• Adopted minutes of July 23, 2024 (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

The council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw No. B-28/2024, which proposes to rezone 0.42 ha (1.04 ac) in the Vantage Rise NSP area from a Low‑Rise Multifamily Residential District (R3) to a Community Commercial District (C2) to enable a potential health‑care centre. After the hearing, council will give three readings of the bylaw. Additional items include a Habitat for Humanity funding request for 11 affordable homes, a proposal to rename Veterans Memorial Park to Field of Valour Park, a letter of reference for a $100,000 culture‑stream grant, and a motion to draft a policy on council chambers use.

• Bylaw No. B-28/2024: redistrict 0.42 ha in Vantage Rise NSP from R3 to C2 for health‑care centre
• Habitat for Humanity request to fund 11 affordable homes in Airdrie
• Rename Veterans Memorial Park at the Cenotaph to “Field of Valour Park”
• Letter of reference for Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society’s $100,000 culture‑stream grant
• Motion to draft a Council Policy governing use of Council Chambers

Council approved a $1.5M capital budget amendment funded by debt for a new project (Project #1978) as discussed in closed session. It also gave three readings to a land use bylaw redistricting 0.42ha in Vantage Rise from residential to commercial for a potential health care centre. Other decisions included funding for Habitat for Humanity, renaming Veterans Memorial Park, and ratifying a letter of reference for a grant application.

• Approved $1.5M capital budget amendment for Project #1978, funded by debt (Carried)
• Gave first, second, and third reading to Bylaw B-28/2024 redistricting 0.42ha from R3 to C2 in Vantage Rise (Carried)
• Approved $61,000 budget adjustment to Affordable Housing Reserve Fund for Habitat for Humanity project (Carried)
• Endorsed renaming Veterans Memorial Park to Field of Valour Park (Carried)
• Ratified letter of reference for Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society's $100,000 grant application (Carried)
• Endorsed Airdrie Fire Department's application to FireSmart Grant program (Carried)
• Ratified decision to lower flags at fire stations to honour fallen wildland firefighter (Carried)
• Directed Administration to draft policy restricting Council Chambers use (Carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infra and Strategic Growth meeting scheduled for August 13, 2024 has no agenda items listed. The agenda contains only placeholders and no specific decisions or discussions are identified.

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal by Sherry Hempel regarding a development permit. The appeal contests a June 11, 2024, decision to conditionally approve a variance to the rear yard setback for a single detached dwelling.

• Appeal of development permit PL2401034 for 243 Coopers Cove SW
• Variance to Rear Yard Setback for a Single Detached Dwelling

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee is meeting to decide on three development permit applications. These include a residential project in the Wildflower neighbourhood and two commercial developments.

• Development Permit PL2400976: 26 semi-detached dwellings in the Wildflower neighbourhood
• Development Permit PL2400350: Storage facility at 2705 Main Street S
• Development Permit PL2400351: Car wash at 2705 Main Street S
• Development Permit PL2202293: Phase one of a trailer sales development at 537 Gateway Road NE

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee approved four development permit applications: semi-detached dwellings (PL2400976), a storage facility (PL2400350), a car wash (PL2400351), and a vehicle sales and leasing phase one at 537 Gateway Road NE (PL2202293). All motions carried unanimously. The committee also adopted the minutes from July 9, 2024, and discussed water restrictions and weed control on development sites.

• Approved Development Permit PL2400976 for semi-detached dwellings with variances (carried)
• Approved Development Permit PL2400350 for storage facility (carried)
• Approved Development Permit PL2400351 for car wash (carried)
• Approved Development Permit PL2202293 for vehicle sales and leasing at 537 Gateway Road NE, Phase One (carried)
• Adopted minutes of July 9, 2024 (carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

The July 18 council meeting includes a closed session covering an IAFF Local 4778 collective bargaining update, a capital budget amendment, and a land update, all marked confidential. After the closed session, the council will consider a public agenda and a report to ratify the final naming of the Airdrie Multi‑Use and Library Facility as “Inspire”. No other decisions are detailed in the agenda.

• IAFF Local 4778 collective bargaining update (closed session)
• Capital budget amendment (closed session)
• Land update (closed session)
• Ratification of final naming of Airdrie Multi‑Use and Library Facility as “Inspire”
• Public agenda items (details not provided)

Council met in special session, entering closed session to discuss collective bargaining, capital budget amendments, and a land update. After returning to public session, Council ratified the name 'Inspire' for the Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility and approved two capital budget amendments: $1.5 million for Project #1488 funded from the General Capital Reserve, and $430,000 for Project #1279, setting an overall budget of $1.7 million funded from the Developers Contribution Recreation Offsite Reserve. Council also directed administration to proceed as discussed in closed session regarding the IAFF Local 4778 collective bargaining update.

• Ratified name 'Inspire' for Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility
• Approved $1.5M capital budget amendment for Project #1488 (General Capital Reserve)
• Approved $430,000 capital budget amendment for Project #1279, overall budget $1.7M (Developers Contribution Recreation Offsite Reserve)
• Directed administration to proceed as discussed in closed session on IAFF Local 4778 collective bargaining

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The committee will consider recommendations to Council regarding two land use bylaw amendments. One proposal involves creating a new district for a 5-storey mixed-use development, while another proposes rezoning land in Vantage Rise for a potential health care centre. The committee will also decide on a permit for a temporary sales trailer.

• Bylaw No. B-29/2024: New district for 5-storey mixed use development
• Bylaw No. B-28/2024: Rezoning 0.42ha in Vantage Rise for a potential health care centre
• Development Permit PL2400908: Temporary sales trailer at 134 Gateway Drive NE

The committee recommended that City Council approve two bylaws regarding the DC-55 District and the Vantage Rise NSP area. Additionally, the committee approved a temporary use development permit for an industrial sales office.

• Recommended City Council approve Bylaw No. B-29/2024 New DC-55 District (Carried)
• Recommended City Council approve Bylaw No. B-28/2024 Land Use Bylaw Amendment within Vantage Rise NSP area (Carried)
• Approved Development Permit PL2400908 for Industrial Sales and Service Temporary Use with parking and lighting conditions (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of the June 11, 2024 regular meeting (Carried)

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The committee will receive several departmental overviews and a presentation on the RCMP resource request for 2025-2029. Other topics include updates from the Airdrie Fire Department, Emergency Management, and Social Planning.

• Proposed RCMP Resource Request 2025-2029
• Municipal Enforcement and RCMP Support Services overview
• Airdrie Fire Department strategic update
• Emergency Management overview
• Affordable Housing Department summary

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee accepted seven informational reports regarding city services and resource planning. No policy changes or funding allocations were decided during the meeting.

• Adopted June 11, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Accepted Proposed RCMP Resource Request 2025-2029 report for information (Carried)
• Accepted Municipal Enforcement and RCMP Support Services High Level Overview report for information (Carried)
• Accepted Airdrie Fire Department Overview - Update report for information (Carried)
• Accepted Emergency Management Overview report for information (Carried)
• Accepted Overview of the Social Planning Department report for information (Carried)
• Accepted Affordable Housing Department Summary report for information (Carried)
• Accepted Health, Safety and Security Overview report for information (Carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Airdrie Council will consider several bylaw amendments, including rezoning land at 216 1 Avenue NE to allow for a future supportive housing development. The agenda also includes discussions on new building height standards and selecting a name for the Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility. Additionally, council will review the 2024 municipal census results.

• Rezoning of 216 1 Avenue NE for supportive housing (Bylaw B-25/2024)
• New building height standards for R1-U residential district (Bylaw B-26/2024)
• Selection of a name for the Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility
• Review of 2024 municipal census results
• Funding request from Volunteer Airdrie for the Drive Happiness Program

Council approved a land use amendment for a supportive housing development at 216 1 Avenue NE and updated building height and administrative land use standards. The Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility was named 'INSPIRE', and two public art projects were endorsed. Council also authorized a $7,099,200 capital budget adjustment for projects discussed in closed session.

• Approved Bylaw No. B-25/2024 to allow supportive housing at 216 1 Avenue NE
• Approved Bylaw No. B-26/2024 adding building height standards to R1-U district
• Approved Bylaw No. B-24/2024 for Land Use Bylaw administrative amendments
• Selected 'INSPIRE' as the name for the Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility
• Endorsed artists Caitlind Brown, Wayne Garrett, Adrian Stimson, and Pierre Poussin for AMULF public art
• Approved $7,099,200 capital budget adjustment for Project #1205 and #1341
• Requested report by Q2 2025 on expanding Specialized Medical Trips to Calgary to include hemodialysis
• Adopted minutes of the June 18, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will hold a public hearing regarding rezoning in the Bayview-Bayside Stage 3 area. The agenda also includes a third reading to expand the West Hills Community Area Structure Plan by 233 hectares. Additionally, staff will present updates on accessory suite regulations and RCMP subsidy requests.

• Rezoning of 19 lots in Bayview-Bayside Stage 3 from R1-L to R1
• Third reading for West Hills CASP expansion of 233 hectares (576 acres)
• Request to extend Airdrie Fair Access subsidy to cover RCMP background checks
• Update on Land Use Bylaw regulations for accessory suites
• Notice of motion for a city-wide accessibility audit

Council passed Bylaw B-23/2024, rezoning 19 lots in Bayview-Bayside Stage 3 from Narrow Lot Laned Residential to Single Detached Residential to allow front-drive access. Council also endorsed adding fingerprinting and criminal record checks to Airdrie Fair Access and directed staff to research accessibility audits for public facilities.

• Approved Bylaw B-23/2024 rezoning 19 lots in Bayview-Bayside Stage 3
• Endorsed inclusion of fingerprinting and criminal record checks in Airdrie Fair Access
• Directed administration to research accessibility audit options by Dec 1, 2024
• Amended timeline for Elected Officials Compensation Review report to Dec 3, 2024
• Approved Third Reading of West Hills Community Area Structure Plan amendment
• Appointed Tamsin Spahmann and David Ansah to Community Safety and Social Services Committee
• Endorsed recommended artists for Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility public art

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The June 11, 2024, meeting of the Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee is primarily procedural. The agenda includes confirming minutes from May 14, 2024, and a closed session regarding citizen member appointments.

• Citizen Member Appointments (closed session)

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee recommended that Council appoint two individuals to the committee. These appointments would cover an interim period starting June 18, 2024, followed by a three-year term ending December 31, 2027.

• Adopted May 14, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Recommended appointment of two citizen members to the committee (Carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The committee will review proposed transit network changes effective September 1, 2024. It will also consider recommendations for administrative amendments to the Land Use Bylaw and a rezoning at 216 1 Avenue NE to permit future supportive housing.

• Rezoning of 0.219ha at 216 1 Avenue NE for supportive housing
• Proposed Fall 2024 transit network changes
• Administrative amendments to Land Use Bylaw No. B-01/2016

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee recommended that City Council adopt a bylaw to rezone land at 1st Avenue NE for supportive housing. The committee also recommended three readings for administrative amendments to the Land Use Bylaw and accepted a report on fall 2024 transit changes. Staff provided a verbal update on water conservation efforts following a Calgary supply disruption.

• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw B-25/2024 to rezone 0.219ha at 1st Ave NE for supportive housing
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw B-24/2024 for Land Use Bylaw administrative amendments
• Accepted 'Transit Network Changes Fall 2024' report for information
• Adopted minutes from May 28, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting - NEW

Airdrie City Council is reviewing three bylaws for third reading, including a new Streets Bylaw and updates to land use standards for mobile vendors that affect local business operations. The council will also receive informational reports on the Community Facilities Off Site Levy study workplan, which outlines how future development costs are assessed, and zero-lot line housing construction status in new neighbourhoods. Additionally, council approved proclamations for National AccessAbility Week and National Pollinator Week during the consent agenda.

• Bylaw No. B-09/2024 (new Streets Bylaw) for third reading
• Bylaw No. B-28/2023 updating Land Use standards for mobile vendors
• Bylaw No. B-18/2024 amending Assessment Review, General Appeal, and Subdivision and Development Appeal Board bylaws
• Community Facilities Off Site Levy study workplan and engagement points
• Zero-lot line single-detached home construction status in new neighbourhoods

The Airdrie City Council approved up to $15,000 for National Indigenous Peoples Day and Truth and Reconciliation Day events alongside a $3,200 facility fee waiver for the Bert Church Theatre. Council also passed three readings for the new Streets Bylaw, Mobile Vendor land use updates, and quasi-judicial board bylaws. Additionally, Council made citizen and committee appointments following a closed session.

• Approved up to $15,000 from the 2024 budget for National Indigenous People’s Day and Truth and Reconciliation Day (2024-C-211)
• Approved waiving up to $3,200 in facility user fees for the Bert Church Theatre for 2024 Truth and Reconciliation Day (2024-C-212)
• Gave three readings and passed Bylaw No. B-09/2024, the new Streets Bylaw (2024-C-215, 2016-C-216, 2017-C-217, 2018-C-218)
• Gave three readings and passed Bylaw No. B-28/2023 amending land use standards for Mobile Vendors (2024-C-219 through 2022)
• Gave three readings and passed Bylaw No. B-18/2024 amending quasi-judicial board bylaws (2024-C-223 through 226)
• Appointed Craig Blumhagen and Gagandeep Singh to the Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee (2024-C-233)
• Appointed Merwan Elsogheir and Kelvin Mitchell to the Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee (2024-C-234)
• Excused Councillor Spearman from the meeting (2024-C-230)

SC - Community and Corporate Services Meeting

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee is meeting to discuss and receive updates on several items, including a plan to centralize bookings for community facilities and parks, changes to the Town and Country Centre rental process, and the 2024 first quarter financial reports. The committee will also hear a presentation on the upcoming Seniors' Week activities and receive an update on public art selection for the Airdrie Multi Use Facility and Library Project.

• Centralized bookings for community facilities and parks action plan (Q3 2024)
• Town and Country Centre rental process update, including fire code changes
• 2024 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report
• 2024 First Quarter Financial Update
• Seniors' Week activity calendar presentation (June 3-9, 2024)

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee met on May 28, 2024 and accepted several reports for information, including the 2024 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report, the 2024 First Quarter Financial Update, and the AMUFL Public Art Selection Update. It also accepted a report on Centralized Bookings - Community Facilities and Parks and referred the Town and Country Centre Rental Process Update to the June 4, 2024 Council meeting. After a closed session on Citizen Member Appointments, the committee recommended to Council the appointments of two individuals for a 3-year term commencing June 4, 2024. The names of the individuals were not disclosed in the minutes.

• Adopted April 23, 2024 regular meeting minutes as presented (Carried)
• Accepted presentation on Seniors' Week activity calendar for June 3-9, 2024, for information (Carried)
• Accepted 2024 First Quarter Cash and Investment Report, 2024 First Quarter Financial Update, and AMUFL Public Art Selection Update for information (Carried)
• Accepted Centralized Bookings - Community Facilities and Parks report for information (Carried)
• Referred Town and Country Centre Rental Process Update report to June 4, 2024 Council meeting (Carried)
• Entered closed meeting at 9:52 a.m. to discuss Citizen Member Appointments under Section 29 of FOIP (Carried)
• Left closed meeting at 11:29 a.m. (Carried)
• Recommended to Council appointments of two individuals for a 3-year term commencing June 4, 2024 (Carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee will hear a verbal director's brief, confirm April minutes, and receive a Q1 2024 Major Capital Projects update. It will then make recommendations to Council on two land-use bylaw amendments: B-26/2024 adding a building height standard to the R1-U district, and B-23/2024 redistricting 19 lots from R1-L to R1 for front-drive homes. A closed session at 2:30 PM will discuss citizen member appointments.

• Bylaw B-26/2024: new building height development standard for R1-U Urban Standard Residential district
• Bylaw B-23/2024: redistrict 19 lots (Lot 27-37, Block 1, Plan 2310879; Lot 13-20, Block 32, Plan 2311179) from R1-L to R1
• 2024 Spring Major Capital Projects Update as of Q1 2024
• Closed session: Citizen Member Appointments under FOIP Section 29
• Confirmation of April 23, 2024 minutes

The committee recommended that Council adopt a Land Use Bylaw amendment to rezone 19 lots from R1-L to R1. Additionally, the committee recommended the appointment of two individuals to serve three-year terms starting June 4, 2024. The committee also received informational reports regarding capital projects and building height standards.

• Adopted April 23, 2024 meeting minutes (Carried)
• Accepted 2024 Spring Major Capital Projects Update for information (Carried)
• Recommended Council receive Bylaw B-26/2024 report for information (Carried)
• Recommended Council adopt Land Use Bylaw amendment B-23/2024 (Carried)
• Recommended appointment of two individuals for 3-year terms (Carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Airdrie City Council is meeting on May 21, 2024, to hold a public hearing on a land use bylaw amendment in the Sawgrass Park area, then consider three readings of that bylaw. Council will also consider amendments to user fees, including a new 2% credit card fee, and discuss the 2025 budget, downtown parking subsidies, and provincial Bill 20.

• Public hearing on Bylaw B-19/2024 to redistrict land in Sawgrass Park NSP area between Public Open Space (P-1) and Direct Control Bylaw 50 (DC-50)
• Bylaw B-22/2024 to amend 2024 User Fees and Charges Bylaw
• Bylaw B-21/2024 to add a 2% credit card fee to user fees
• Discussion and direction on 2025 Budget engagement
• Approval of 2024 parking structure subsidy rates for Downtown Incentives Program

Council passed a land use amendment for the Sawgrass Park area and approved a 2% credit card fee. The board also set 2024 parking structure subsidy rates and issued directives for the 2025 budget engagement process.

• Approved redistricting of land in Sawgrass Park NSP area (Bylaw No. B-19/2024)
• Approved 2024 User Fees and Charges Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw No. B-22/2024)
• Approved 2% credit card fee (Bylaw No. B-21/2024)
• Directed Administration on 2025 budget reporting and user fee policy review
• Approved 2024 parking subsidy rates: $24.00/sq ft above grade and $31.50/sq ft below grade
• Sponsored 'Review of Provincial Animal Protection Act' and 'FCSS Funding Increase' resolutions
• Approved sending an open letter to the provincial government regarding Bill 20 concerns
• Adopted minutes of the May 7, 2024 meeting

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee is meeting to receive updates on EMS operations from Alberta Health Services and the RCMP Annual Performance Plan for April 2024 to March 2025. The committee will also review Bylaw No. B-09/2024, the New Streets Bylaw, for information. The agenda includes confirmation of minutes from April 9, 2024, and no items are listed for referral, resolutions, or closed session.

• EMS operations update from AHS (presented by Fire Chief Mike Pirie)
• RCMP Annual Performance Plan for April 1, 2024 to March 31, 2025
• Bylaw No. B-09/2024, New Streets Bylaw, for information
• Confirmation of minutes from April 9, 2024 meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee recommended that Council give three readings to the new Streets Bylaw. The committee also received informational updates from Alberta Health Services regarding EMS response times and the RCMP's Annual Performance Plan.

• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw No. B-09/2024 (Streets Bylaw) (Carried)
• Adopted minutes of the April 9, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Accepted AHS Council presentation for information (Carried)
• Accepted RCMP Annual Performance Plan presentation for information (Carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Council is reviewing the 2024 annual tax rate bylaw and potential budget reallocations for traffic signals following the 40th Avenue Interchange completion. Additional items include requests for letters of support for community grants and a notice of motion regarding elected official compensation reviews.

• Bylaw No. B-20/2024: 2024 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw
• Letter of support for Airdrie Public Library's $75,000 Community Initiatives Program grant application
• Ratification of a letter of support for Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society's $10,000 Calgary Foundation Neighbour grant
• Scope change to re-allocate 2024 Capital Budget funds for alternate traffic signal locations near 40th Avenue Interchange
• Notice of Motion: External consultant review of Council members' time, duties, and compensation

Council passed the 2024 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw and adjusted provincial requisitions. The board also approved funding for an elected officials' compensation review and provided letters of support for community grants.

• Passed Bylaw No. B-20/2024 (2024 Annual Tax Rate Bylaw) with a $5,239,440 tax increase
• Approved $125,000 from general operating reserve for Elected Officials Compensation and Resourcing Review
• Approved $2,186,495 capital budget amendment for Project # 979 from offsite reserve
• Approved $1MM operating budget adjustment for Housing Accelerator Fund Program (HAF)
• Approved letter of support for Airdrie Public Library's $75,000 funding application
• Approved letter of support for Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society's $10,000 grant application
• Endorsed scope change for 2024 Traffic Signals budget to re-allocate funding for Main Street intersections
• Revised provincial requisitions for School Foundation Fund, Opted Out School Boards, Designated Industrial Properties, and Rocky View Foundation

SC - Community and Corporate Services Meeting

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee is reviewing a study regarding parking systems. The committee is being provided information on the feasibility of implementing a paid parking system at the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library based on benchmarking other municipalities.

• Assessment of potential parking systems for the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library

The Community and Corporate Services Standing Committee held its inaugural meeting. The committee accepted a report regarding a Parking Benchmarking Study that assessed paid parking systems in other municipalities.

• Accepted report on Assessment of Potential Parking Systems for the Airdrie Multi-use Facility and Library for information (Carried)

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee will consider Bylaw No. B-19-2024, a land use bylaw amendment within the Sawgrass Park Neighborhood Structure Plan area. The committee is asked to provide a recommendation to Council on redistricting two portions of land to allow for a more efficient subdivision plan and accommodate infrastructure right-of-way. The agenda also includes routine items such as confirmation of minutes and a director's verbal brief.

• Bylaw No. B-19-2024: redistrict NW-14-27-1-5 from Public Open Space (P-1) to Direct Control Bylaw 50 (DC-50)
• Bylaw No. B-19-2024: redistrict NW-14-27-1-5 from DC-50 to P-1
• Land use amendment within Sawgrass Park NSP for infrastructure right-of-way
• Confirmation of April 9, 2024 minutes

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee recommended that Council adopt a bylaw to redistrict land within the Sawgrass Park Neighborhood Structure Plan. The change aims to improve subdivision efficiency and accommodate infrastructure right-of-way.

• Adopted minutes of April 9, 2024 (Carried)
• Recommended Council adopt Bylaw No. B-19/2024 for Sawgrass Park land redistricting (Carried)

Council Meeting - NEW

Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw B-17/2024, which would amend the Land Use Bylaw to create a Downtown Plan and Community Revitalization Levy Boundary area with associated standards. Following the hearing, Council will consider three readings of the bylaw. The agenda also includes decisions on a new user fees and charges bylaw, a waterworks bylaw amendment, a townhouse development permit, and the 2023 audited financial statements. Several items will be discussed in closed session, including the 2023 audit report and a land update.

• Public hearing and potential three readings of Bylaw B-17/2024 (Downtown Plan and CRL Boundary)
• Three readings of Bylaw B-06/2024 (new User Fees and Charges, effective Sept 1, 2024 and Jan 1, 2025)
• Three readings of Bylaw B-16/2024 (Waterworks Bylaw amendment)
• Decision on Development Permit PL2302234 for 49 townhouse units at 81 Midtown Boulevard SW
• Approval of 2023 audited financial statements and Financial Information Return

Council passed Bylaw No. B-17/2024 to establish the Downtown Plan and CRL Boundary area. Several capital budget adjustments were approved, and a development permit for townhouses at 81 Midtown Boulevard was granted. Council also directed a review of supportive housing regulations.

• Passed Bylaw No. B-17/2024 creating the Downtown Plan and CRL Boundary
• Approved $1,718,000 capital budget adjustment for Project #1074
• Approved $73,320 capital budget adjustment for Project #001569
• Passed Bylaw B-16/2024 to amend the Waterworks Bylaw
• Tabled Bylaw No. B-06/2024 (User Fees and Charges Bylaw)
• Approved 2023 Consolidated Audited Financial Statements
• Approved Development Permit PL2302234 for townhouses at 81 Midtown Boulevard
• Approved Participation Support for Standing Committee Citizen Members Policy (6-1)

SC - Community Safety and Social Services Meeting

The Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee is receiving informational overviews from four city departments: Health, Safety and Security; Municipal Enforcement and RCMP Support Services; Social Planning; and the Airdrie Fire Department. No decisions are on the agenda; the meeting consists of briefings and a closed session to discuss a plan update under privacy and advice exemptions.

• Health, Safety and Security department overview
• Municipal Enforcement and RCMP support services overview
• Social Planning department overview
• Airdrie Fire Department overview and strategic update
• Closed session: Plan Update under Sections 17 and 24 of FOIP Act

The newly formed Community Safety and Social Services Standing Committee held its inaugural meeting. Members reviewed and accepted informational reports on health, safety, enforcement, social planning, and fire services. The committee also approved the 2024 review and program update of the Municipal Emergency Management Plan.

• Accepted Health, Safety and Security Overview report for information
• Accepted Municipal Enforcement and RCMP Services Overview report for information
• Accepted Social Planning Overview report for information
• Accepted Airdrie Fire Department Overview report for information
• Approved Municipal Emergency Management Plan 2024 review and program update

SC - Community Infra and Strategic Growth Meeting

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee is meeting to review an updated Water Conservation, Efficiency and Productivity Plan, proposed amendments to the Waterworks Bylaw B-04/2019, and an update on high school land assembly progress. No public presentations or items referred from council are scheduled.

• 2024 Water Conservation, Efficiency and Productivity Plan update
• Proposed amendments to Waterworks Bylaw B-04/2019 (draft B-16 2024)
• High School Land Assembly voluntary fees update since MOU signing

The Community Infrastructure and Strategic Growth Standing Committee held its inaugural meeting and received informational reports regarding the 2024 Water Conservation, Efficiency and Productivity Plan, proposed amendments to Waterworks Bylaw B-04/2019, and a high school land assembly contribution update.

• Accepted 2024 Water Conservation, Efficiency, and Productivity Plan for information
• Accepted proposed amendments to Waterworks Bylaw B-04/2019 for information
• Accepted High School Land Assembly – Contribution Update report for information

Council Meeting - NEW

Airdrie City Council is meeting April 2, 2024, to consider several borrowing bylaws, endorse the NE Regional Park master plan, and discuss housing and downtown incentive policies. The meeting includes no public hearings or public input sessions. Council will also receive updates on Gwacheon Park and a revised 2024 Council Calendar, followed by a closed session.

• Second and Third Reading of Borrowing Bylaw B-05/2024 for South West Recreation Centre (Design)
• Second and Third Reading of Borrowing Bylaw B-07/2024 for Highland Park Fire Station
• Second and Third Reading of Borrowing Bylaw B-08/2024 for Fire Vehicle and Equipment Projects 1299 and 1303
• Endorsement of NE Regional Park Master Plan and implementation strategy
• Approval of Downtown Incentives Policy with $1M operating budget adjustment from Downtown Incentives Reserve

Council adopted a new Downtown Incentives Policy and transferred $1M to fund the program. Several borrowing bylaws were passed to fund fire vehicles, equipment, and the Highland Park Fire Station, as well as the South West Recreation Centre design. Council also endorsed the NE Regional Park Master Plan and directed staff to pursue affordable housing on specific city-owned parcels.

• Approved $2,566,300 borrowing bylaw for Fire Vehicle and Equipment (Carried)
• Approved borrowing bylaws for Highland Park Fire Station and South West Recreation Centre design (Carried)
• Adopted Downtown Incentives Policy P-DEV-16-C (5-1)
• Approved $1M transfer from Downtown Incentives Reserve to fund the program (4-2)
• Endorsed NE Regional Park Master Plan in principle (Carried)
• Directed staff to allocate 2819 Chinook Winds Drive SW and 40th Avenue Interchange Remnant parcels for affordable housing (Carried)
• Directed staff to review Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016 regulations for 'Supportive Housing, Limited' by Dec 1, 2024 (Carried)
• Appointed chairs and members to three Standing Committees (Carried)

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is meeting to consider a new Council Committee governance structure, including new procedure and committees bylaws, and to hold a public hearing on a Land Use Bylaw amendment that updates development and subdivision authorities. Council will also review the preliminary 2023 fourth quarter financial update and consider endorsing a sponsorship policy, among other items.

• Public hearing on Bylaw No. B-04/2024 to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-01/2016 and repeal Bylaw No. B-34/2004
• New Council Governance Procedure Bylaw and Committees Bylaw
• 2023 Fourth Quarter Financial Update (preliminary) and yearend operating surplus split
• City of Airdrie Sponsorship Policy P-FIN-28-C
• Proclamations for Purple Day, Transgender Day of Visibility, and Pride Month

Airdrie Council gave three readings to new Procedure Bylaw B-10/2024 and Committees Bylaw B-11/2024, establishing a new council committee governance structure and changing the meeting day from Monday to Tuesday. Council also passed bylaws amending the Code of Conduct, Emergency Management, Public Library Board, and Board of Youth Affairs, and endorsed a new Community Requests Policy. A public hearing on Land Use Bylaw Amendment B-04/2024 drew no speakers or written submissions, and the bylaw passed all three readings. Council allocated a 2023 operating surplus of $2,989,635 to reserves and directed Administration to work with Volunteer Airdrie on the Drive Happiness seniors transportation program.

• Gave three readings to Procedure Bylaw B-10/2024, changing meeting day from Monday to Tuesday (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)
• Gave three readings to Committees Bylaw B-11/2024, changing meeting day from Monday to Tuesday (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)
• Gave three readings to Bylaw B-13/2024 amending Elected Officials and Citizen Members Code of Conduct bylaws (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)
• Gave three readings to Bylaw B-12/2024 amending the Emergency Management Bylaw (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)
• Gave three readings to Bylaw B-14/2024, the Airdrie Public Library Board Bylaw (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)
• Gave three readings to Bylaw B-15/2024, the Airdrie Board of Youth Affairs Bylaw (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)
• Endorsed new Community Requests Policy and repealed Proclamation/Letter of Support Policy/Illumination of City Facilities Policy P-05/2008 (Carried)
• Gave three readings to Land Use Bylaw Amendment B-04/2024 updating development and subdivision authorities and repealing Bylaw B-34/2004 (Carried; Third Reading permission Carried Unanimously)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission is meeting to review two development permit applications: a 51-unit townhouse development in the DC-52 Direct Control district, and a two-bedroom garden suite with a variance request. The commission will provide a recommendation to Council on the townhouse application and decide on the garden suite. The agenda also includes a verbal update on the City Plan Project and approval of previous minutes.

• Development Permit PL2302234: 51-unit townhouse, 8 buildings, DC-52 district
• Development Permit PL2301726: two-bedroom garden suite with variance request
• Verbal update on City Plan Project
• Minutes of February 15, 2024 meeting
• Council synopsis from February 20, 2024

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on a bylaw to expand the West Hills Community Area Structure Plan by 233 hectares, then consider first readings for three borrowing bylaws totaling $44.7 million for the South West Recreation Centre design, Highland Park Fire Station, and fire vehicles/equipment. Council will also receive an educational presentation on homelessness and the city's first Homelessness Estimation Study, and choose a name for the Airdrie Multi-Use and Library Facility.

• Public hearing on Bylaw B-47/2023 to add 233 hectares to West Hills CASP
• First reading of Borrowing Bylaw B-05/2024: $12,629,800 for South West Recreation Centre design
• First reading of Borrowing Bylaw B-07/2024: $29,460,200 for Highland Park Fire Station
• First reading of Borrowing Bylaw B-08/2024: $2,566,300 for fire vehicles and equipment
• Proclamation of Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Week (March 18-24, 2024)

Council gave first and second readings to an amendment adding 233 hectares to the West Hills Community Area Structure Plan. First readings were also passed for borrowing bylaws to fund a new fire station, fire equipment, and recreation centre design.

• Passed first and second readings for Bylaw No. B-47/2023 to amend West Hills CASP
• Approved first reading of Bylaw No. B-05/2024 to fund $12,629,800 for South West Recreation Centre design
• Approved first reading of Bylaw No. B-07/2024 to fund $29,460,200 for Highland Park Fire Station
• Approved first reading of Bylaw No. B-08/2024 to fund $2,566,300 for 2024 Fire Vehicle and Equipment
• Adopted minutes from February 15 and February 20, 2024 meetings
• Accepted report on Airdrie’s first Homelessness Estimation Study for information
• Proclaimed March 18-24, 2024 as Transit Operator and Worker Appreciation Week
• Directed Administration to schedule a strategic workshop for Multi-Use and Library Facility Naming

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on three bylaws affecting 3.82 ha in Southwinds at 4221 24th Street SW, then vote on them. They will also consider a $218,000 budget amendment for fire department radios, endorse a shared services agreement with Rocky View County, and approve several proclamations and letters of support.

• Public hearing on Bylaws B-01/2024, B-02/2024, B-03/2024 for Southwinds land use amendments
• Budget amendment: $218,000 increase for Airdrie Fire Department radio lifecycle project
• Endorsement of Airdrie–Rocky View County Master Shared Services Agreement
• Proclamation of World Lymphedema Awareness Day (March 6, 2024)
• Proclamation of World Thinking Day (Feb 22, 2024) and City Hall illumination

Council passed three bylaws to amend the Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan, the Southwinds Neighbourhood Structure Plan, and the Land Use Bylaw for 3.82 hectares of land. The changes include redistricting land from commercial and other uses to townhouse residential and public open space. Council also approved a budget amendment for fire department radios.

• Passed Bylaw B-01/2024 to amend Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan
• Passed Bylaw B-02/2024 to amend Southwinds Neighbourhood Structure Plan
• Passed Bylaw B-03/2024 to redistrict 3.82 ha at 4221 24th Street SW to Townhouse Residential and other districts
• Approved $218,000 capital budget amendment for Airdrie Fire Department Radio Lifecycle Project
• Endorsed the Airdrie–Rocky View County Master Shared Services Agreement
• Endorsed Council Focus Areas Objectives
• Ratified $10,000 grant application reference for Circle Connections for Reconciliation Society
• Ratified letter of support for Rural Development Network's missing middle housing project

Council Meeting

This is a special closed meeting of Airdrie City Council. The only substantive item is an update on the HAF Action Plan, discussed behind closed doors under provincial privacy law. Public attendance and live streaming are not taking place for this item. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with resolutions from the closed session and adjournment.

• Closed meeting to discuss HAF Action Plan update under FOIP Act Sections 24 and 25
• No public attendance or live streaming due to confidential nature
• Resolutions arising from closed meeting to be considered

Council held a closed session to discuss the HAF Action Plan Update. Following the session, Council passed a resolution directing administration to proceed as discussed regarding that item.

• Entered closed meeting to discuss HAF Action Plan Update (Carried)
• Left closed session (Carried)
• Directed Administration to proceed as discussed during the closed meeting regarding Item 3.1 (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider recommending approval of Bylaw B-47/2023 to expand the West Hills Community Area Structure Plan, adding planning details for three quarter sections west of the original lands. They will also discuss the upcoming update of the Airdrie City Plan and AirdrieONE, focusing on regional planning requirements for a future population of 180,000. The meeting includes public input, approval of minutes, and council synopses.

• Bylaw B-47/2023: West Hills CASP expansion for three quarter sections west of original lands
• Discussion on Airdrie City Plan and AirdrieONE update, targeting 180,000 residents
• Public input session
• Approval of minutes from February 1, 2024
• Council synopses for January 15 and February 5, 2024

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that Council approve an amendment to the West Hills Community Area Structure Plan. The commission also accepted a report regarding the updating of the Airdrie City Plan and AirdrieONE.

• Recommended Council give first and second reading to Bylaw No. B-47/2023 to amend West Hills Community Area Structure Plan (4-1)
• Recommended referring the West Hills CASP application to the Calgary Metropolitan Region Board (4-1)
• Adopted minutes of the February 1, 2024 meeting (Carried)
• Accepted Airdrie City Plan and AirdrieONE Updating Project report for information (Carried)

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal of the Development Authority's conditional approval of a change-of-use permit for supportive housing at 18 Bayview Circle SW. The appeal was filed by a group spokesperson, with the applicant being Glonan Support Services Inc. The board will consider submissions from the appellants, the applicant, and supporters of the permit.

• Appeal of development permit PL2302254 for supportive housing (change of use) at 18 Bayview Circle SW
• Development Authority's conditional approval on December 28, 2023 is under appeal
• Appellants' group submission and notices of appeal received January 18, 2024
• Applicant submission includes PPT slides
• Two submissions in support of the permit from community group and Matthew Ikehua

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal by Elissa Barbosa of the Development Authority's November 28, 2023 decision to deny development permit application PL2302359 for driveway widening with a major variance to the driveway setback at 1521 Bayview Pt SW. The board will consider written submissions from the Development Authority and the appellant before deciding whether to uphold or overturn the denial.

• Appeal of denied development permit PL2302359 for driveway widening with major variance to setback
• Property: 1521 Bayview Pt SW (Lot 31, Block 8, Plan 2211081), Bayview
• Appellant/Applicant: Elissa Barbosa; Property Owners: Danny and Elissa Barbosa
• Development Authority submission by Geoff Rice, Planner, Level 1

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw B-46/2023 to amend the Land Use Bylaw to allow a public storage facility as a discretionary use on a specific downtown parcel, then consider three readings. Council will also receive informational presentations on housing needs, arena analysis, police service model, and NE Regional Park, plus consider proclamations and a letter of support.

• Public hearing on Bylaw B-46/2023 to add Storage Facility, Public as discretionary use in M3 Downtown Core Mixed Use District (Lot 1, Block 4, Plan 1710145)
• Presentation: City of Airdrie Housing Needs Assessment – 2024 Update
• Presentation: Arena analysis for SW Recreation Multi-Use Facility
• Presentation: February 2024 Police Service Model Review Update
• Proclamations requested: Freedom to Read Week (Feb 18-24, 2024) and Wear Red Canada Day (Feb 13, 2024)

Council held a public hearing and then passed Bylaw No. B-46/2023 through three readings, adding 'Storage Facility, Public' as a discretionary use on a specific downtown parcel while prohibiting outdoor storage. Council also accepted four information presentations (housing needs, arena analysis, police service model, NE Regional Park) and approved three proclamations and a letter of support. A closed meeting was held on intergovernmental, agreement, and fund action plan items, with one resolution directing staff to proceed as discussed.

• Gave First Reading to Bylaw No. B-46/2023 adding Storage Facility, Public as a discretionary use (Carried)
• Amended Bylaw No. B-46/2023 to prohibit outdoor storage (Carried)
• Gave Second Reading to Bylaw No. B-46/2023 as amended (Carried)
• Granted permission for Third Reading of Bylaw No. B-46/2023 (Carried Unanimously)
• Gave Third Reading to Bylaw No. B-46/2023 as amended (Carried)
• Accepted Housing Needs Assessment – 2024 Update for information (Carried)
• Accepted Arena Analysis within SW Recreation Multi-Use Facility presentation for information (Carried)
• Accepted 2023 Policing Delivery Model Study Update presentation for information (Carried)

Municipal Planning Commission

The Municipal Planning Commission will consider recommending that Council approve amendments to the Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan, the Southwinds Neighbourhood Structure Plan, and the Land Use Bylaw for about 3.82 hectares (9.45 acres) at 4221 24 Street Southwest. The landowner, Mattamy Homes, proposes removing a local commercial site in favour of residential uses to align with the future Southwest Recreation Centre. The commission is also set to approve minutes from December 21, 2023, and review a council synopsis from December 18, 2023.

• Land use amendment for 3.82 ha (9.45 ac) at 4221 24 Street Southwest
• Proposed change from Neighbourhood Commercial (C1) and other districts to Townhouse Residential (R2-T), Urban Standard Residential (R1-U), Public Open (P-1), and Urban Holdings (UH)
• Removal of 1.11 ha (2.75 ac) local commercial site in favour of residential uses
• Request by landowner Mattamy Homes
• Approval of December 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The Municipal Planning Commission recommended that Council give three readings to bylaws amending the Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan, the Southwinds Neighbourhood Structure Plan, and the Land Use Bylaw. The change redistricts about 3.82 hectares (9.45 acres) at 4221 24 Street Southwest from commercial and other districts to residential, public open space, and urban holdings districts, removing a 1.11-hectare local commercial site at the landowner's request. The motion carried; the commission also adopted its December 21, 2023 minutes. No public questions were asked.

• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw B-01/2024 amending the Chinook Winds Community Area Structure Plan (carried)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw B-02/2024 amending the Southwinds Neighbourhood Structure Plan (carried)
• Recommended Council give three readings to Bylaw B-03/2024 redistricting ±3.82 ha at 4221 24 Street Southwest (carried)
• Adopted minutes of the December 21, 2023 regular meeting as presented (carried)

Council Meeting

Airdrie City Council is holding public hearings and voting on three land use bylaw amendments: one on secondary garage requirements, one on public notification for development applications, and one to create a Clean Energy Improvement Program that would let property owners finance energy upgrades. Council will also consider endorsing an equity, diversity and inclusion plan, an updated outdoor sports field policy, and several community awards and a grant support letter.

• Bylaw B-27/2023: amend Land Use Bylaw B-01/2016 section 6.1 on accessory buildings (secondary garages)
• Bylaw B-48/2023: update public notification requirements for development applications
• Bylaw B-29/2023: Clean Energy Improvement Program financing for energy efficiency and renewable upgrades
• Ratify letter of support for Airdrie Model Engineering Society's $12,000 grant application for upgrades at 820 Railway Gate SW
• Endorse 2023 Airdrie Elite Athletes: Farah Walker, Brooke Mauro, Makenna Vandenbrink

Council held public hearings and gave three readings to Bylaw B-27/2023 (secondary garage rules), Bylaw B-48/2023 (development public notification, amended to drop posted notices for most residential uses), and Bylaw B-29/2023 (Clean Energy Improvement Program). It also endorsed an Equity, Diversity and Inclusion plan, adopted a new Outdoor Sports Field Allocation and Rental Policy, and ratified a $12,000 grant support letter. No members of the public spoke at any of the three public hearings, and no written submissions were received.

• Approved Bylaw B-27/2023 on accessory building (secondary garage) requirements — three readings carried
• Approved Bylaw B-48/2023 on development public notification, amended so posted notices are not required for most residential and accessory uses — three readings carried
• Approved Bylaw B-29/2023, the Clean Energy Improvement Bylaw, allowing property owners to finance energy efficiency upgrades — second and third readings carried
• Endorsed the proposed Equity, Diversity and Inclusion plan
• Endorsed Outdoor Sports Field Allocation and Rental Policy P-COM-69-C and rescinded Policy P-COM-66-C (3 in favour, 1 opposed; Councillor Spearman opposed)
• Ratified a letter supporting the Airdrie Model Engineering Society's $12,000 grant application to the Community Facility Enhancement Program for upgrades at 820 Railway Gate SW
• Recognized Farah Walker, Brooke Mauro and Makenna Vandenbrink as Airdrie Elite Athletes
• Appointed members to the Airdrie Multi-Use Facility and Library Public Art Selection Committee, including Councillor Spearman

SDAB - Appeal 1

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is hearing an appeal by Doug Crippen of the Development Authority's November 9, 2023 conditional approval of development permit PL2301784 for a two-bedroom secondary suite at 1503 Coopers Point SW. The applicant is Nahom Alem, and property owners are Nahom Alem and Hannah Mogos. No written submissions were received from the applicant, supporters, or opponents by the deadline.

• Appeal of development permit PL2301784 for a 2-bedroom secondary suite
• Property: 1503 Coopers Point SW (Lot 23, Block 10, Plan 2110646)
• Appellant: Doug Crippen
• Applicant: Nahom Alem; Owners: Nahom Alem and Hannah Mogos
• Development Authority submission by Samina Tuli