Foothills County public meetings in 2024

Agricultural Service Board

The Agricultural Service Board is holding a special meeting to meet with the Honourable Scott Tannas. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Meeting with Honourable Scott Tannas

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will discuss a 2025 equipment rebuild program and a Municipal Development Plan review. The body is also considering several subdivision requests, boundary adjustments, and funding requests for community associations and recreation boards.

• 2025 Equipment Grader/Loader Rebuild Program
• Public hearing for Wilkins redesignation (CR to DC#27) at NW 04-20-29 W4M
• 2nd and 3rd reading of Bylaw 42/2024 for Rural Road Construction Ltd. at NE 13-17-29 W4M
• Funding requests for Heartbeat of Hospice Radiothon and West Foothills Community Association well repairs
• Budget increase request for Cayley Recreation Board

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will first adopt the minutes from its October 29 and November 14 meetings. It will then hear an appeal of Development Permit 24D 200, which approved a detached secondary suite on the property of Colten and Tamara Arsenault. The appeal involves appellants Wanda Edwards, Ian Kenney, and Brian and Jenny Ladds, and the board will review the appeal documents and the Development Authority’s decision.

• Adopt minutes from the October 29, 2024 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meeting
• Adopt minutes from the November 14, 2024 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meeting
• Hear appeal of Development Permit 24D 200 for a detached secondary suite
• Review Notice of Appeal submitted by Wanda Edwards and Ian Kenney
• Review Notice of Appeal submitted by Brian and Jenny Ladds

Council Meeting

At the December 11 meeting, council will consider a second and third reading of Fee Bylaw Amendment (Bylaw 56/2024). The agenda also includes acceptance of an internal subdivision road on Harvest Lane E, discussion of Marchant land‑use bylaws, several 2025 municipal election bylaws, and a tender award for the Scott Seaman Sports Rink energy project.

• Fee Bylaw Amendment – Bylaw 56/2024, 2nd & 3rd reading (public hearing at 1:30 p.m.)
• Acceptance of Internal Subdivision Road – Harvest Lane E (B.1)
• Marchant land‑use bylaws – Bylaw 24/2024, 2nd & 3rd reading (D.1)
• 2025 Municipal Election bylaws – Bylaws 65‑68, 2nd & 3rd reading (F.2)
• Scott Seaman Sports Rink energy efficiency and CHP project – tender award (F.4)

Foothills County_High River IMC

The Foothills County‑High River Intermunicipal Committee will review the Joint Planning Area 4 context study report presented by Foothills County Deputy Director of Planning Julie McLean and Town of High River Planner II Sara Peck. The meeting also includes a data centre engagement open house, a request for office space near council chambers, a request for a sound system upgrade, and updates on flood mitigation and other municipal matters.

• Joint Planning Area 4 – Context Study (report)
• Data Centre Engagement – Open House
• Office Space Near Council Chambers – request by Reeve Delilah Miller
• Sound System Upgrade – request by Reeve Delilah Miller
• Flood Mitigation Update

Council Meeting

Council will hold a public hearing regarding the 2025 Draft Budget. The meeting also includes decisions on land subdivisions, municipal bylaws, and preparations for the 2025 municipal election.

• Public hearing for the Foothills County 2025 Draft Budget
• 2nd and 3rd reading of Family and Community Support Services Bylaw 62/2024
• Subdivision request for Kielstra (NW 07-18-28 W4M)
• Request for disposition of municipal reserve lands for Silvertip Ranch (SW 18-20-28 W4M)
• Discussion on the 2025 Municipal Election

Agricultural Service Board

The Foothills County Agricultural Service Board is meeting to review the 2025 budget and various funding requests. The board will also discuss operational items including a wild boar policy and provincial resolutions.

• Funding request from Foothills Forage and Grazing Association
• 2025 Budget discussion
• Wild Boar Policy
• 2025 Proposed Provincial Resolutions
• BMO Farm Family Awards nominations

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will consider a second and third reading of a bylaw to change the speed limit on 15 Street E, and will review a draft strategic plan. The meeting also includes public hearings for land redesignations and a request for a site plan revision.

• Speed limit change on 15 Street E (Bylaw 61/2024)
• Public hearing for land redesignation at NE 13-20-02 W5M
• Request for approval of borrowing beyond one year for Drake Towns
• Strategic Plan Review presented by CAO Ryan Payne
• Request for Proposal for paving 690 Avenue E and 232 Street E

Foothills County_Okotoks IMC

The Foothills County and Town of Okotoks Intermunicipal Committee will adopt its agenda and approve minutes from the October 8 meeting. Members will receive informational updates on the Foothills/Okotoks Regional Water Pipeline, the 2023 Master Shared Services Agreement annual report, and planned upgrades to Big Rock Trail. The Committee will discuss a Champion Park Project Request and forward a recommendation to each council to allow the University of Calgary and SAIT to digitally preserve the park.

• Regional Water Project update – information only
• 2023 Master Shared Services Agreement Annual Report – information only
• Big Rock Trail upgrade and lighting update – information only
• Champion Park Project Request – recommendation to allow digital preservation by local universities
• Closed session – possible discussion under FOIP exceptions

Diamond Valley_Foothills County - IMC

The Diamond Valley/Foothills County Intermunicipal Committee will adopt its agenda and the minutes from the September 17, 2024 meeting. It will receive an update on shared services and discuss a shared‑services approach for a recreation centre. The committee will also consider Foothills County representation on the Sheep River Library Board. The meeting includes a closed session and will set the date for the next meeting.

• Adopt agenda for the November 26, 2024 meeting
• Adopt minutes from the September 17, 2024 Intermunicipal Committee meeting
• Shared Services Update (review of Shared Services Review.pdf)
• Discussion of shared services for a recreation centre
• Consideration of Foothills County representation on the Sheep River Library Board

Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee

The Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee will hold a special video‑conference meeting on November 25, 2024. The agenda includes a governance review of the airport and a closed‑session personnel discussion under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Any motions resulting from the closed session will be considered afterward.

• Governance review of Foothills Regional Airport
• Confidential closed meeting: personnel discussion under FOIP s.24
• Motions arising from the closed session

SRRUC - Annual General Meeting

Sheep River Regional Utility Corp will hold its Annual General Meeting to adopt previous meeting minutes, present 2023 financial statements, and appoint auditors for the 2024-2028 term.

• Adoption of SRRUC AGM minutes from February 22, 2024
• Presentation of 2023 audited financial statements
• Appointment of auditors for the years 2024-2028
• Stakeholder Q&A session
• Meeting held at Diamond Valley - Former Turner Valley Council Chamber

Sheep River Regional Utility Corp

The Board of Directors is meeting to review financial documents and operational reports. The agenda includes a first draft of the 2025 budget and a report on public access to the reservoir.

• 2025 Budget Draft 1
• Public Access Report by C. Lyons
• 2024 Statement of Operating Expenses
• Water usage reports for September and October 2024
• Approval of accounts payable from October 17 and November 21, 2024

Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee

The Foothills Regional Airport Board will adopt its agenda, approve the 2025 airport budget, and hear updates on airport signage, a request for financial support for the Great Southern Route, and a power‑pole anchor issue. The meeting also includes the Airport Manager’s monthly report and public comments.

• 2025 Budget Approval (attachment: 2025 Budget.pdf)
• Foothills Regional Airport Signage (presented by Jeff Porter)
• Great Southern Route Promoter – request for financial support (presented by Richard Pittet)
• Power Pole Anchor (presented by Jeff Porter)
• Airport Manager Discussion (presented by Dennis Fox)

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will consider an appeal by Wade Wondrasek against the partial refusal of Development Permit 24D 201, which seeks approval for an oversized accessory building and a relaxation of setbacks for an existing above‑grade deck. The board will also adopt the October 24, 2024 minutes and discuss a motion to postpone approval of the October 29, 2024 minutes.

• Adopt minutes from the October 24, 2024 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meeting
• Consider motion to postpone approval of the October 29, 2024 meeting minutes
• Hear appeal of Development Permit 24D 201 by Wade Wondrasek (oversized accessory building and setback relaxation)

Council Meeting

The council will review a 2024 capital expenditure for iPads and a bridge replacement request under the STIP program. Two public hearings will address land redesignations for the Reagan and Bahlsen Developments sites. Several planning items, including bylaw readings and fee waiver requests, will be discussed. The meeting includes a second and third reading of Council Code of Conduct Bylaw 57/2024.

• 2024 Capital Expenditure – iPads (B1)
• Bridge File #84106 – STIP Funding and Replacement Request (B2)
• Public hearing – Reagan SE 13-20-28 W4M redesignation (A to CR) (C1)
• Public hearing – Bahlsen Developments Ltd NW 22-21-29 W4M redesignation (A to CR) (C2)
• Council Code of Conduct Bylaw 57/2024 (2nd & 3rd reading) (F2)

Rural Foothills Policing Committee

The Rural Foothills Policing Committee will hear presentations from the Alberta Provincial Rural Crime Watch Association and an Alberta Sheriffs representative, followed by updates from the High River, Diamond Valley, and Okotoks RCMP detachments. Additional updates will be provided by Foothills Enforcement Services and several rural crime watch groups. The agenda also includes a confidential closed session and a round‑table discussion.

• Alberta Provincial Rural Crime Watch Association presentation (presented by APRCWA President Rosemary Lindsay)
• Alberta Sheriffs representative introduction (presented by Peter Stapley)
• High River RCMP update (presented by S/Sgt. Greg Wiebe)
• Foothills Enforcement Services 3rd Quarter update (presented by Manager Darcy Beaudette)
• Rural Crime Watch updates from High Country, Okotoks Area, and Foothills groups

Water Works Advisory Committee

The Water Works Advisory Committee will receive an update on the direct river intake, review its terms of reference and purpose, discuss the future of the committee, and consider filling current vacancies. No formal decisions are indicated in the agenda.

• Direct River Intake Update
• Review of Water Works Advisory Committee Terms of Reference
• Review of Committee Purpose and Intent
• Discussion of Future of the Committee
• Committee Vacancies

Composite Assessment Review Board

The Foothills County Composite Assessment Review Board will hear the assessment complaint filed by La Société Franco-Canadienne de Calgary on August 9, 2024. The board will consider the complainant’s materials, the respondent’s disclosure, and the complainant’s rebuttal documents. The meeting is a hearing; no decision is recorded in the agenda.

• Assessment Complaint – submitted August 9, 2024
• Tax Notice #2004257520
• Respondent Disclosure (file 2201070030)
• Complainant Rebuttal Brief
• Schedules A‑D accompanying the complaint

Local Assessment Review Board

The Foothills County Local Assessment Review Board will consider an assessment complaint for the property identified as Prestie, Roll #1929070000. Materials include the original complaint, disclosures from both parties, and a rebuttal from the complainant. The board will discuss the merits of the complaint during the October 31 meeting.

• Assessment complaint submitted August 9, 2024 for Roll 1929070000 (Prestie)
• Complainant disclosure attached (Appendix 2)
• Respondent disclosure attached (Appendix 3)
• Complainant rebuttal attached (Appendix 4)

Council Meeting

The Foothills County Council meeting on Oct. 30, 2024 will review several planning and bylaw items. Items include two land‑use redesignations, a municipal development plan review, a second and third reading of Bylaw 10/2024, an offer to purchase land in Cayley, and amendments to the Council Code of Conduct Bylaw 23/2024. The council will vote on the readings of Bylaw 10/2024 and the Cayley purchase offer, and discuss the proposed conduct‑bylaw changes.

• Twietmeyer – SW 21-21-03 W5M redesignation from A to CR
• Dancer – SW 36-21-01 W5M redesignation from CMC to RC with site‑specific amendment
• Sidorsky/Simon D. Hunt Real Estate Ltd. – Bylaw 10/2024 (2nd & 3rd reading)
• Cayley – Offer to purchase municipal land
• Council Code of Conduct Bylaw 23/2024 – amendment proposals

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Foothills County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will consider appeals related to Development Permit 24D 135 (home‑based business, Type II), Development Permit 24D 160 (home‑based business, Type III – storage of business materials), and a stop order issued to Parminder Sandhu for lot grading without a permit. The appeals are scheduled for 9:00 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 11:00 a.m., respectively. The board will also postpone adoption of the minutes from the October 24, 2024 meeting to the next meeting.

• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 135 (Home Based Business, Type II) by Tagg Holdings Inc.; appellant Marc Van Buren, Chantal Lindsay and Brian Francis
• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 160 (Home Based Business, Type III – Storage of Business Materials) by John Palmer
• Appeal of Stop Order issued October 1, 2024 to Parminder Sandhu for lot grading without a subsisting permit (Plan 0711620, Block 2, Lot 3; Ptn. NW 02‑22‑01 W5M)
• Postponement of adoption of minutes from the October 24, 2024 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meeting

Council Meeting

The council meeting will include a presentation by the Calgary Regional Airshed Zone on high‑river air monitoring. An Economic Development Advisory Committee annual report will be presented by Deputy Director of Planning Julie McLean. The agenda also contains routine items such as approval of the agenda, accounts, minutes, and scheduling of the next meeting.

• Calgary Regional Airshed Zone presentation – High River air monitoring
• Economic Development Advisory Committee – annual report (presented by Deputy Director of Planning Julie McLean)
• Subdivision Approving Authority items (no details provided)
• Public Works / Engineering / Parks & Recreation items (no details provided)
• Confidential closed session – Advice from Officials (FOIP s.24)

Organizational Meeting

The council is meeting to elect the Reeve and Deputy Reeve and administer oaths of office. The body will appoint members to various boards and committees and establish administrative signing authorities. The agenda also includes proposed amendments to several county bylaws.

• Election of Reeve and Deputy Reeve
• Appointments to boards including the Audit Committee and Calgary Metropolitan Region Board
• Proposed amendments to Fee Bylaw 61/2023
• Proposed amendments to Council Code of Conduct Bylaw 23/2024
• Proposed amendments to Designated Officer Bylaw 06/2021

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will discuss the replacement of a fire squad truck and hold public hearings regarding road closures and site amendments. The body will also review several planning applications, subdivision requests, and municipal land offers.

• 2024 Capital Expenditure for Fire Apparatus Replacement - Squad Truck
• Public hearing for road closure and purchase of undeveloped road allowance at NW 26-21-01 W5M
• Public hearing for site specific amendment to DC#5 for 187 Foothills Royal Canadian Air Cadets Squadron
• Review of Highfield & Rowland Acres Area Structure Plan revisions
• Offer to purchase land in Cayley from 1612178 Alberta

Council Meeting

The Council will discuss land use redesignations, road acceptances, and planning permits. The meeting includes public hearings for Kayben Inc. and Hyatt Auto Sales Inc., as well as the appointment of a Director of Emergency Management.

• Public hearing: Kayben Inc. redesignation (A to DC#27) at SW 10-21-29 W4M
• Public hearing: Hyatt Auto Sales Inc. redesignation (A to CR) at N 23-17-28 W4M
• Acceptance of internal subdivision road at 10 St W and 283 Ave W
• Acceptance of new gravel road at 458 Ave E
• Appointment of Director of Emergency Management

Council Meeting

The council will discuss three capital equipment purchases—loading chute and panels, a 1‑ton truck with flat deck, and a Brillion seeder—presented by Manager of Agricultural Services Keith Kornelsen. Public hearings will be held on a request to purchase an undeveloped road allowance in Newhook and on the Bearspaw First Nation land redesignation from A to CMC. Additional items include a second and third reading of Bylaw 36/2024 for Priddis Creek Developments Ltd and several development permit requests.

• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase – Loading Chute and Panels
• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase – 1‑Ton Truck with Flat Deck
• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase – Brillion Seeder
• Newhook – Request to Purchase Undeveloped Road Allowance
• Bearspaw First Nation – Redesignation (A to CMC)

Local Assessment Review Board

The Foothills County Local Assessment Review Board is convening a preliminary one-member panel. The board will review complainant and respondent disclosures regarding a specific property assessment appeal.

• Preliminary hearing for Roll #2129012570 (Bandi)

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the Foothills Landing Area Structure Plan. The body will also consider subdivision approvals for Priddis Greens Development Ltd. and a regional infrastructure project for the Village of Longview.

• Public hearing for Foothills Landing Area Structure Plan (NE/SE 19-21-29 W4M, SW/SE 20-21-29 W4M & NE 20-21-29 W4M)
• Subdivision approval request for Priddis Greens Development Ltd. - Site 5 (S 29-22-03 W5M)
• Subdivision approval request for Priddis Greens Development Ltd. - Site 6 (S 29-22-03 W5M)
• Time extension request for Sutherland (SE 28-20-03 W5M)
• 2024/25 Alberta Community Partnership for Village of Longview Regional Infrastructure Master Plan

Council Meeting

The council will hold a public hearing on the Foothills Landing Area Structure Plan, covering the NE/SE 19-21-29 W4M, SW/SE 20-21-29 W4M, and NE 20-21-29 W4M sections. The staff report will be presented by Planning Officer Theresa Chipchase. No other items are scheduled for decision.

• Public hearing on Foothills Landing Area Structure Plan (NE/SE 19-21-29 W4M, SW/SE 20-21-29 W4M, NE 20-21-29 W4M) – staff report presented by Planning Officer Theresa Chipchase

Sheep River Regional Utility Corp

The Sheep River Regional Utility Corp Board will adopt the agenda, accept minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting, and approve accounts payable for July 25, August 22, and September 19, 2024. It will receive an operations update, review monthly water usage reports for June, July, and August 2024, examine the 2024 Statement of Operating Expenses, and consider a financial audit proposal covering 2024‑2028. The meeting will conclude with a round‑table discussion and set the next meeting for November 21, 2024.

• Approve accounts payable for July 25, 2024
• Approve accounts payable for August 22, 2024
• Approve accounts payable for September 19, 2024
• Review monthly water usage reports for June‑August 2024
• Consider Financial Audit Proposal 2024‑2028

Council Meeting

The council will review infrastructure items such as a new stop sign at 322 Ave and 8 East and a tractor purchase, hear public hearings on an agricultural levy and a proposed outline plan, and consider four subdivision approval requests for the Priddis Greens Golf Club. Additional items include a road allowance license, a municipal audit proposal, and a fire‑hall building automation upgrade. A confidential closed‑session will address the award of an energy‑efficiency CHP project for the Scott Seaman Sports Rink.

• Stop Sign Installation – 322 Avenue and 8 East
• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase – Tractor
• Levy – NE 03-20-03 W5M – Site‑Specific Amendments to Agriculture District
• Subdivision Approval Requests (Site 1‑4) – Priddis Greens Golf Club
• Heritage Pointe Fire Hall – Building Automation System Upgrade

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will review three development permit appeals. The board will hear challenges regarding the refusal of signs and the approval of a detached secondary suite.

• Appeal of partial refusal for a fascia sign and solid fence (Permit 24D 104)
• Appeal of refusal for a free standing sign (Permit 24D 116)
• Appeal against the approval of a detached secondary suite (Permit 24D 121)

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Foothills County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will meet on September 13, 2024 to consider two development permit appeals. One appeal challenges the approval of Development Permit 24D 127 for a ground‑mount solar power system on Plan 9311120, Lot 1, Pt SW 10‑22‑03 W5M. The other appeal challenges the approval of Development Permit 24D 125 for a temporary kennel on Plan 731046, Block 2, Pt NE 35‑19‑01 W5M. The board will also postpone adoption of the August 29 2024 meeting minutes.

• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 127 (ground‑mount solar power system) by Timber Ridge Ranch / Martha & Stuart O'Connor
• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 125 (temporary kennel) by John T. & Mary C. Bearnes and Michael & Carol Hick
• Postponement of adoption of the August 29 2024 meeting minutes
• Hearing scheduled at 9:00 a.m. for DP 24D 127
• Hearing scheduled at 10:00 a.m. for DP 24D 125

Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee

The Foothills Regional Airport Board will adopt its agenda, approve the June 13 minutes, and receive the July 31 financial statements. It will accept the Airport Manager's monthly update for information. The board will discuss several business items, including a request for proposal on runway lighting, a support letter from Mountain View County, a land‑use application for the 187 Foothills Air Cadet Squadron, and other operational updates.

• Runway Lighting – Request for Proposal (FRA Engineering Runway Lighting – Staff Report)
• Regional Airport Support and Funding Working Group – Letter of Support from Mountain View County
• 187 Foothills Royal Canadian Air Cadet Squadron – Land Use Application
• Windsock Replacement
• Marketing Plan for 2025

Agricultural Service Board

The Foothills County Agricultural Service Board will review monthly activity reports for April through July 2024 and consider several operational items. Topics include sponsorship requests, the BMO Farm Family Award update, rental equipment, 2025 capital purchases, and the on‑farm efficiency program (RALP). The board will also address the ASB scholarship, building updates, a sprayer technician job description, and upcoming events.

• 2025 capital purchases
• Rental equipment discussion
• On‑farm efficiency program RALP
• ASB sprayer technician job description
• Sponsorship requests – Alberta Invasive Species Council, AgKnow Program, Foothills Forage and Grazing Association

Council Meeting

The Foothills County Council will hold public hearings on two land‑use items: an amendment to the Lokietko subdivision (SW 35‑20‑03 W5M) and a development permit (24D‑157) for White Moose Farms Ltd. on SE 26‑22‑03 W5M for a limited public arena. The council will also consider a proposed Area Structure Plan involving Highfield Investment Group and others, and will conduct the second and third reading of Bylaw 29/2023 for McArthur (SW 20‑20‑03 W5M). Additional municipal items include requests to purchase an undeveloped road allowance and to license a municipal reserve parcel.

• Lokietko – SW 35‑20‑03 W5M – Amend CR (public hearing)
• White Moose Farms Ltd. – SE 26‑22‑03 W5M – Development Permit 24D 157 – Limited Public Arena (public hearing)
• Highfield Investment Group Ltd. / Bramta Development Ltd. – multiple parcels – Proposed Area Structure Plan
• McArthur – SW 20‑20‑03 W5M – Bylaw 29/2023 – 2nd & 3rd Reading
• Turner / Karanfilov / Dimitrova – NW 26‑21‑01 W5M – Request to purchase undeveloped road allowance

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The board will adopt the minutes from its July 25, 2024 meeting. It will then consider an appeal by Pamela Enerson and Robert Kehler against the approval of Development Permit 24D 057, which permits a Type III home‑based business and requests a relaxation of setbacks on Plan 9811227, Lot 2, NW 31‑22‑03 W5M. The decision will address whether the original permit should be upheld or modified.

• Adopt minutes from the July 25, 2024 Subdivision and Development Appeal Board meeting.
• Hear appeal of Development Permit 24D 057 for a Type III home‑based business on Plan 9811227, Lot 2, NW 31‑22‑03 W5M.
• Review the notice of appeal, the development authority's decision, and the appeal package documents.

Council Meeting

The council will hear a staff report on the 2024 Local Road Program presented by Development and Roads Technologist Wiaan Kruger. Several bylaws will receive second and third readings, including Bylaw 58/2023 for Scott and Bylaw 44/2024 for White Moose Farms Ltd. The meeting also includes a development permit for a commercial dog grooming, daycare and kennel facility (Puetz) and a request to waive a tax penalty (Roll #2129237520).

• 2024 Local Road Program – staff report presentation
• Bylaw 58/2023 (Scott) – second and third reading
• Bylaw 44/2024 (White Moose Farms Ltd.) – second and third reading
• Development Permit 24D 128 for Puetz – commercial dog grooming, daycare and kennel facility
• Roll #2129237520 – request to waive tax penalty

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will meet to consider an appeal regarding a development permit. The board will review a challenge to the approval of a home-based business for an exterior finishing contractor.

• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 049 for a Type II Home Based Business (Exterior Finishing Contractor) at Plan 9911868, Lot 13; Ptn. SE 27-21-29 W4M

Foothills County_Okotoks IMC

The Intermunicipal Committee will receive an update on the Regional Water Project. The committee is also reviewing the allocation and utilization of the Calvary FC Regional Field House. Other business includes a report on Joint Planning Area 3 and the dissolution of the Champion Park Society.

• Foothills Okotoks Regional Water Project update
• Calvary FC Regional Field House allocation and utilization review
• Joint Planning Area 3 report and recommendation
• Champion Park Society dissolution update

Council Meeting

The council will consider several land use redesignations and bylaw readings. The agenda also includes a tender award for the Aldersyde Water Treatment Plant and a solar project for the Scott Seaman Sports Rink.

• Redesignation of White Moose Farms Ltd. (SE 26-22-03 W5M)
• Tender award for Aldersyde Water Treatment Plant
• Solar energy project for Scott Seaman Sports Rink
• Second and third readings for Bylaws 11/2024, 20/2024, and 12/2024
• Amendment for Rural Road Construction Ltd. (NE 13-17-29 W4M)

Council Meeting

The Foothills County Council will hold public hearings regarding land use bylaw amendments and a property redesignation. The meeting also includes second and third readings for association bylaws. Additionally, the council will consider a proposed road closure and updates to the Cemeteries Bylaw.

• Redesignation of SE 34-20-01 W5M (A to CR)
• Proposed road closure for N 09-18-28 W4M
• Land Use Bylaw Amendments
• Bylaw 29/2024 for Lake at Heritage Pointe Owners Association
• Repeal and replacement of the Cemeteries Bylaw

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is reviewing an appeal against the approval of Development Permit 24D 052. The permit involves a temporary recreational cabin as an accessory use to an existing campground. The board will also adopt minutes from the May 16, 2024 meeting.

• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 052 for a temporary recreational cabin
• Adoption of May 16, 2024, meeting minutes

Council Meeting

Council will consider several land use redesignations and development permits. The meeting includes requests for subdivision approvals and municipal support for local organizations.

• Public hearing for Germaniuk redesignation (NW 20-21-29 W4M) from A to CR, MR, ERE
• Public hearing for Priddis Greens redesignation (S/SE 30-22-03 W5M and S 29-22-03 W5M) to RD
• Development Permit 24D 070 for Hache (NE 22-22-03 W5M)
• Request for subdivision for Selk (NW 32-20-29 W4M)
• Request for use of municipal roads for Crankmasters 2024 Summer Road Events

Sheep River Regional Utility Corp

The Board of Directors will review monthly water usage reports for April and May 2024. The meeting also includes the approval of accounts payable and an operations update.

• Approval of accounts payable for May 16, 2024, and June 13, 2024
• Review of April and May 2024 water usage reports
• Acceptance of April 18, 2024, meeting minutes
• Operations update

Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee

The Foothills Regional Airport Board is reviewing airport operations, including land use bylaw updates and road maintenance. The meeting includes proposed motions regarding a sublease for Lot P23 and support for the 187 Foothills RCACS Hangar development permit update. Additionally, members will discuss noise abatement options and snow removal proposals.

• Sublease application for Lot P23
• Support request for 187 Foothills RCACS Hangar development permit update
• Snow removal and grass maintenance proposal
• Road maintenance for Lancaster Way, Spitfire Way, and Hurricane Way
• Review of noise abatement options

Council Meeting

The council will hold public hearings regarding land redesignations for All Pallet Inc. and other landowners. The agenda also includes reviews of the 2023 Assessment Annual Report and the Extended Producer Responsibility program. Additionally, the meeting covers bridge maintenance tender results and various development permits.

• Redesignation of SW 18-17-28 W4M (All Pallet Inc.) from Agricultural to DC#27
• Redesignation of SW 20-22-02 W5M (McMullen/Warkentin/English) from Agricultural to CR
• Tender results for Bridge File 1970 and 77250 deck replacement
• Development Permit 24D 081 for Okotoks Agricultural Society at NW 09-21-29 W4M
• Second and third readings of Bylaws 01/2024 and 09/2024

Historical Committee

The Historical Committee is meeting to receive updates on several ongoing projects. The committee will also review the minutes from the February 12, 2024, meeting.

• Gladys Hall - Site Remediation update
• Mill City project update
• Railway Track Project update
• School Site Markers update
• Review of February 12, 2024 minutes

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will review several planning and land-use requests during its June 5 meeting. The council will hold a public hearing on redesignating a property at NW 01-19-28 W4M from CR to DC#26 zoning, which sets development rules for that parcel. Members will also decide on the Rowland Acres Area Structure Plan, review a subdivision request for a Laird property, consider a municipal reserve land purchase by Chow/Halasz, and evaluate a local improvement study requested by U7U Water Co-op. Closed sessions will address capital budget data storage, partnership agreements, and integrity commissioner matters.

• Public hearing on redesignating Weir property (NW 01-19-28 W4M) from CR to DC#26 zoning
• Decision on Rowland Acres Area Structure Plan for Highfield Investment Group Ltd., Bramta Development Ltd., and Munro/Munro/Rowland
• Subdivision request review for Laird property (NW 22-20-28 W4M)
• Request to purchase municipal reserve land at W 29-22-03 W5M by Chow/Halasz
• Road use event approval for Crankmasters Granary Road Hill Climb

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council is meeting to decide on several items including awarding a bridge replacement tender, second and third readings of bylaws for a land use redesignation at the Foothills Regional Airport and for the Eamor/Shields property, and offers to purchase land in Cayley. Council will also consider a request to license municipal reserve land, a noise barrier request for Shannon Estates, and a bylaw to establish an intermunicipal committee with Diamond Valley.

• Bridge File Replacement - Tender Results (B.1)
• Eamor / Shields - NW 20-18-28 W4M - Bylaw 21/2024 (2nd & 3rd Reading) (D.1)
• Foothills Regional Airport - Land Use Bylaw Amendments and DC#5 Land Use Redesignation - Bylaw 14/2024 (2nd & 3rd Reading) (D.2)
• Cayley - Offer to Purchase - Cougar Creek Homes (F.1) and Sondel Developments Inc. (F.2)
• Diamond Valley / Foothills County Intermunicipal Committee - Bylaw 30/2024 (2nd & 3rd Reading) (F.4)

Council Meeting

The Foothills County Council will meet on May 28, 2024, to consider a proposed Area Structure Plan (ASP) for the Highfield Rowland Acres development. The plan covers multiple parcels in the SE 19-20-28 W4M area. A public hearing is scheduled for this item. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Public hearing for Highfield Investment Group Ltd. / Bramta Development Ltd. / Munro / Munro / Rowland proposed Area Structure Plan
• Proposed plan covers parcels in sections 19, 18, 17, 08, 07, and 20 of Township 20, Range 28, West of the 4th Meridian
• Presentation by Planner Drew Granson

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will hold public hearings on a redesignation and a development permit, and consider second and third reading of the 2024 Mill Rate Bylaw. Other items include a capital equipment purchase, a request to use a municipal road for a wedding, and a resident request to meet with Council.

• Public hearing at 10:00 a.m. for 370943 Alberta Ltd / Brown redesignation (A to CR) on NE 20-20-01 W5M
• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. for Atkins / Klimove development permit 24D 037 on SE 24-20-29 W4M
• Mill Rate Bylaw 26/2024 for second and third reading
• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase: two-ton truck with deck and goose neck trailer
• Request to use municipal road for Bahart marriage celebration

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal against the approval of Development Permit 24D 024 for a Home-Based Business, Type II – Agricultural Processing and Distribution, including four sea-cans. The board will also consider adopting minutes from the March 5, 2024 meeting.

• Appeal by Marlene Malmqvist against approval of Development Permit 24D 024 for a Home-Based Business, Type II – Agricultural Processing and Distribution; Four Sea-Cans
• Landowners/applicants: Roderick Ross and Maria Dawn Manning
• Legal description: Plan 0613973, Block 4, Lot 2; Ptn. NE 35-19-01 W5M
• Adoption of minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will consider the 2024 Mill Rate Bylaw and budget amendment, set summer road bans, and hold public hearings on three land-use items: a redesignation for West View Hutterian Brethren, a road allowance purchase by Southern, and a redesignation for the Lake at Heritage Pointe Owners Association. Council will also vote on a subdivision request and a time extension, and discuss requests for sponsorship and support from local health organizations.

• 2024 Mill Rate Bylaw and Budget Amendment
• 2024 Summer Road Bans (Weight Order 240)
• West View Hutterian Brethren – proposed redesignation (A to CR) at SW 06-18-28 W4M
• Southern – request to purchase undeveloped statutory road allowance at NE 19-22-02 W5M
• Lake at Heritage Pointe Owners Association – redesignation (RCD to OSP) at NE 01-22-01 W5M

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council is meeting to consider several planning and development items, including public hearings for two development permits. The agenda also includes second and third readings of two bylaws, subdivision requests, and a closed session for advice from officials and a rink RFP.

• Public hearing at 10:00 a.m. for Bailey development permit 23D 239 (NW 33-18-02 W5M)
• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. for Broadbent development permit 23D 225 (NW/NE 24-17-04 W5M)
• Second and third readings of Bylaw 40/2023 (Campbell, SW 05-21-29 W4M)
• Second and third readings of Bylaw 73/2023 (Fisher, SE 07-21-03 W5M)
• Closed session for advice from officials and Scott Seaman Sports Rink Room 'A' RFP

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear an appeal against the approval of Development Permit 24D 019, which allowed an intensive vegetation operation expansion. The board will also adopt minutes from the previous meeting. The agenda is otherwise limited to this appeal and routine procedural items.

• Appeal of Development Permit 24D 019 for Intensive Vegetation Operation Expansion
• Appellants: Kirby & Neil Brown, Debbie Snow, Ron & Karlie Spence
• Landowners/Applicants: James Rafferty & Jillian C. Jenkins
• Legal description: Plan 1097LK, Block 1; Ptn. SE 08-20-29 W4M
• Adoption of minutes from March 5, 2024 meeting

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will hold public hearings on two land-use applications: a Marchant property (NE 05-21-29 W4M) to amend a CR designation, and a Johnson property (SW 32-19-02 W5M) to redesignate from A to CR. Council will also consider amendments to Bylaw 15/2019 (Responsible Dog Ownership), review the Foothills Patrol quarterly report, and discuss FCSS grant recommendations. Several subdivision requests and a time extension are on the agenda, along with confidential closed-session items on off-site levy bylaws and legal advice.

• 10:00 a.m. public hearing: Marchant – NE 05-21-29 W4M – Amend (CR)
• 1:30 p.m. public hearing: Johnson – SW 32-19-02 W5M – Redesignation (A to CR)
• Bylaw 15/2019 – Responsible Dog Ownership – proposed amendments
• Blatz – NE 08-22-03 W5M – Request for Subdivision (Phase 2)
• Muir Ranch Development Corp. – SW 19-17-28 W4M – Request for Time Extension

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will receive the 2023 audit presentation, consider a zoning amendment for a property in the NE 26-21-01 W5M area, and hold second and third readings of a bylaw for a property in SW 36-19-04 W5M. The council will also discuss a facilities agreement for Blackie School and Community Hub, a utility services contract for Square Butte Ranches, and a signage request for a property in NW 14-21-29 W4M. Additionally, proposed amendments to the Council Code of Conduct and 2023 reserve transfers are on the agenda.

• 10:00 a.m. - Foothills County 2023 Audit Presentation by Avail LLP
• 1:30 p.m. - Nguyen - NE 26-21-01 W5M - Amend CR (zoning amendment)
• Dunn - SW 36-19-04 W5M - Bylaw 57/2023 (2nd & 3rd Reading)
• Blackie School and Community Hub Facilities Agreement
• Square Butte Ranches - Utility Services Contract

Sheep River Regional Utility Corp

The Sheep River Regional Utility Corp board will meet to approve minutes, pay accounts, and receive the 2023 financial statements and audit report. The agenda also includes an operations update, monthly water usage reports, and a note on a resignation from the Water and Wastewater Advisory Committee.

• Approval of minutes from February 22, 2024 meeting
• Accounts payable approval for March 21 and April 16, 2024
• Presentation of 2023 financial statements and audit by Avail CPA
• Water usage reports for February and March 2024
• Resignation of Wendy Irwin from the Water and Wastewater Advisory Committee

Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee

The Foothills Regional Airport Board Ltd. will consider a proposed motion to authorize collaboration with Alberta Air Tours for a celebration at the airport, and will review and direct changes to private and commercial sub-lease agreements. The board will also receive a future capital projects list for information and hear a verbal report on possible revenue from hangar renter fees. No financial reports or delegations are scheduled.

• Proposed motion to authorize collaboration with Alberta Air Tours to host a celebration at the Foothills Regional Airport
• Proposed motion to direct administration to make changes to Private and Commercial Sub-Lease Agreements
• Proposed motion to accept the Future Capital Project List for information
• Verbal report on possible revenue from hangar renter fees

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council meets April 10, 2024, to hold public hearings on two land-use amendment applications (Dhanda and Taylor/Tayler) and to give second and third reading to Bylaw 14/2024 for the Foothills Regional Airport Land Use Project. A confidential closed session is scheduled for an AHS emergency services update and advice from officials. The meeting also includes approval of accounts and minutes from April 3.

• Bylaw 14/2024 — Foothills Regional Airport Land Use Project (2nd & 3rd Reading)
• 10:00 a.m. public hearing — Dhanda, NW 33-21-29 W4M, amendment (CR)
• 1:30 p.m. public hearing — Taylor/Tayler, SW 14-21-03 W5M, amendment (CR)
• 11:00 a.m. confidential closed session — AHS Emergency Services Update (FOIP s. 24)
• Confidential closed session — Scott Seaman Sports Rink Room "A" RFP (FOIP s. 24 & 25)

Economic Development Advisory Committee

This is the first meeting of the newly formed Economic Development Advisory Committee. The committee will receive a mandate from Council, review its governing bylaw, and discuss draft vision, mission, and priorities. Proposed 2024 meeting dates are also on the agenda.

• Welcome and Mandate from Council
• Review of Bylaw 63/2023 establishing the committee
• Discussion of draft Vision, Mission, and Priorities
• Proposed meeting dates: June 27, September 26, December 19, 2024

Foothills County_High River IMC

The Foothills County and Town of High River Intermunicipal Committee will meet to discuss space requirements, a water line project with the Town of Nanton, and municipal reserve for properties on 112 Street. The agenda also includes a flood mitigation update and review of previous meeting notes.

• Foothills County / Town of High River space requirements
• Town of High River / Town of Nanton water line
• Municipal reserve for properties on 112 Street E
• Flood mapping feedback
• Flood mitigation funding commitment and MOU

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will hold a public hearing on a redesignation application (DC#3 to CR) for land in NW 30-20-28 W4M. They will also consider capital equipment purchases for an ice plant condenser at Scott Seaman Sports Rink and a road grader and skid steer. Other items include proposed amendments to the Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw and a request for funds from the U7U Water Co-op for drilling new wells.

• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. for 2388088 Alberta ULC / SJM Developments redesignation (DC#3 to CR) in NW 30-20-28 W4M
• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase - Ice Plant Condenser for Scott Seaman Sports Rink
• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase - Road Grader and Skid Steer
• Proposed amendments to Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw 15/2019
• U7U Water Co-op request for funds for drilling new wells

Foothills County_Okotoks IMC

The Foothills County and Town of Okotoks Intermunicipal Committee will receive an update on the regional raw water project and discuss the Joint Planning Area 3 boundary. The committee will also consider accepting a community engagement report on JPA 3, endorsing a second open house, and directing staff to draft amendments to the plan's vision and guiding principles.

• Foothills/Okotoks Raw Water Project update received as information
• Verbal update on Joint Planning Area 3 boundary discussion
• What We Heard Report on JPA 3 community engagement phases 1 and 2
• Motion to endorse posting the report on each municipality's website
• Motion to hold a second open house before finalizing the draft Context Study

Foothills Regional Airport Advisory Committee

The Foothills Regional Airport Board is holding a special meeting to consider adopting an Emergency Response Plan. The only substantive item on the agenda is a proposed motion to approve the plan as presented.

• Consideration and possible adoption of the Foothills Regional Airport Emergency Response Plan

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will hold public hearings for three land-use applications: a redesignation from Agricultural to Country Residential for a 2.53-acre lot (Bayly), and two Country Residential amendments (Selk and McIvor). Council will also discuss several municipal items including an irrigation reservoir study, a storm drainage issue, road bans, and offers to purchase land.

• 10:00 a.m. public hearing: Bayly - NE 30-22-02 W5M - Redesignation (A to CR) for a 2.53-acre lot
• 1:30 p.m. public hearing: Selk - NW 32-20-29 W4M - Amendment (CR)
• 2:30 p.m. public hearing: McIvor - NW 32-20-29 W4M - Amendment (CR)
• Discussion of Hawk’s Landing Irrigation Reservoir Study and Heritage Pointe Storm Drainage Issue
• Spring 2024 Road Bans and Extension of 96th Street West

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will hold public hearings on a site-specific amendment for Wells & Associates Limited and on proposed amendments to the Foothills Regional Airport Land Use Bylaw. The council will also consider several planning items, including a second-phase development, a request for additional business and signage, and boundary adjustments. Other business includes a regional water study, approval to use the county logo, and infrastructure projects such as a mobile bulk fill station, a water line to the Agricultural Services Board shop, and upgrades to the Cottonwood Water Treatment Plant.

• Public hearing at 10:00 a.m. for Wells & Associates Limited site-specific amendment (NE 24-21-04 W5M)
• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. for Foothills Regional Airport Land Use Bylaw amendments
• Revised Scott Seaman Sports Rink project scope with solar photovoltaics inclusion
• Cottonwood Water Treatment Plant upgrades
• Town of Nanton Regional Water Study

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Foothills County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear two appeals: one against the partial approval of a development permit for a retail store, commercial business, and public market, and another against a stop order for storing commercial vehicles and equipment without a permit. The board will also adopt minutes from previous meetings.

• Appeal of Development Permit 23D 222 for a retail store, commercial business, and public market at Plan 9412526, Lot 1, Ptn. NE 03-21-03 W5M
• Appeal of Stop Order issued February 7, 2024 to Matt Kubicek and Marti Heintz for storing commercial vehicles and equipment without a permit at Plan 2311314, Block 1, Lot 1; Ptn. NE 14-18-29 W4M
• Adoption of minutes from January 18, 2024 and February 13, 2024 meetings

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council meets February 28, 2024, to decide on a capital budget item for a wheel loader replacement, hold public hearings for a zoning amendment and a land redesignation, and consider a request to purchase an undeveloped road allowance. Council will also review hamlet recycling survey results and make 2024 board and committee appointments. The meeting includes a confidential closed session for advice from officials.

• Capital Budget Item – Wheel Loader Replacement (presented by Deputy Director of Operations Mike Gallant)
• Public Hearing: Klotz – SW 31-21-02 W5M – Amend CR (10:00 a.m.)
• Public Hearing: Marshall – SE 03-22-29 W4M – Redesignation (1:30 p.m.)
• Waddell – Request to Purchase Undeveloped Road Allowance (N 09-18-18 W4M & S 16-18-28 W4M)
• Blackie Site Works Ltd. / Leslie – Bylaw 10/22 (2nd & 3rd Reading) – NE 33-19-28 W4M

Sheep River Regional Utility Corp

The Sheep River Regional Utility Corp board will elect a chairperson and vice-chairperson, appoint banking officers, and approve accounts payable for January and February 2024. They will also discuss operations, water usage, the draft 2023 financial statement, a transfer to capital reserves, drought planning, a water supply agreement, a water licence discussion, and a contract with Foothills County. The board will accept a resignation from WWAC member B. Wright and review minutes from the December 21, 2023 meeting.

• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Appointment of Banking Officers
• Accounts for Approval - January 18, 2024 and February 22, 2024
• Draft 2023 Financial Statement and 2023 Transfer to Capital Reserve
• Water Supply Agreement and SRRUC Water Licence Discussion

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council meets Feb. 21, 2024, to consider agenda items including public hearings for two land-use bylaw amendments. The hearings involve a proposal by Sidorsky/Hunt (NE 13-22-02 W5M) and a redesignation by Muldowney (NE 32-21-29 W4M). Council will also vote on second and third readings of two bylaws for Kwasnicki properties and consider time extensions for subdivision applications.

• 11:00 a.m. public hearing: Sidorsky/Hunt amendment (CR) for NE 13-22-02 W5M
• 1:30 p.m. public hearing: Muldowney redesignation (CR to DC#26) for NE 32-21-29 W4M
• 2nd & 3rd reading of Bylaw 04/2024 (Kwasnicki, NW 09-21-28 W4M)
• 2nd & 3rd reading of Bylaw 05/2024 (Kwasnicki, NE 09-21-28 W4M)
• Time extension requests for subdivisions: Canadian Online Services Corp. (NW 20-22-02 W5M) and Brogden (NE 29-22-03 W5M)

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council is meeting to consider a land redesignation (A to CR) for a property in the SW 17-21-01 W5M area, hear a presentation from the Foothills Country Hospice Society, and discuss several planning and municipal items including boundary adjustments and a request for support from the Sheep River Health Trust.

• Public hearing at 1:30 p.m. for Colborne/Biollo redesignation (A to CR) at SW 17-21-01 W5M
• Presentation at 11:00 a.m. from Foothills Country Hospice Society
• Spruce Meadows Ltd. development permit 23D 231 for E 20-22-01 W5M
• Two boundary adjustment requests: Millard/Wong (SE 15-21-29 W4M) and Brown/Szulc (SW/NW 26-21-28 W4M)
• Sheep River Health Trust request for support

Rural Foothills Policing Committee

The Rural Foothills Policing Committee meets to review Bylaw 64/2023, appoint a chair for 2024, and conduct introductions. No minutes are available for adoption. The next meeting is tentatively scheduled for April 9, 2024.

• Review of Rural Foothills Policing Committee Bylaw 64/2023
• Appointment of Chair for 2024
• Introductions of members and organizations

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council will hold public hearings on two planning applications: a redesignation of NE 27-21-02 W5M from Agricultural to Country Residential (Bruketa) and an amendment to a Country Residential designation on NE 13-22-02 W5M (Sidorsky). Council will also receive a public engagement report on the High River Regional Airport, consider a contract renewal for cemetery excavation services, and review a sponsorship request from the Foothills Kinettes. Other items include a request from Meadows Condominium Corporation to fund paving and approval of the SRRUC 2024 budget.

• Bruketa - NE 27-21-02 W5M - Redesignation (A to CR) public hearing at 10:00 a.m.
• Sidorsky - NE 13-22-02 W5M - Amend CR public hearing at 1:30 p.m.
• High River Regional Airport - Public Engagement Report
• County Cemeteries Excavation Services - Contract Renewal
• SRRUC 2024 Budget Approval

Council Meeting

Council will hold three public hearings for land redesignation from DC#6 to A, consider accepting internal subdivision road and water infrastructure for Green Haven Estates Phase 2B, discuss radar speed signs with solar panels, and vote on second and third reading of Land Use Bylaw amendments for secondary suites. Other items include a variance request for screening standards, an alternate water/sewage disposal request, and Phase 2 of the Aldersyde Water Treatment Plant.

• Public hearings for Flagship Investments Ltd., Hugh Planche Holdings Ltd., and Visser redesignations (DC#6 to A)
• Acceptance of internal subdivision road, watermains, and stormwater drainage for Green Haven Estates Phase 2B
• Radar speed signs with solar panels
• Land Use Bylaw 60/2014 amendments for secondary suites (2nd and 3rd reading)
• Aldersyde Water Treatment Plant Phase 2 approval applications

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council is meeting to discuss several items, including the replacement of a 2024 capital equipment unit (a Rosco Spray Patcher) and a development permit application from 2126660 Alberta Ltd. They will also consider a letter of concern regarding Joint Planning Area 3, a special event application for the Millarville 'Run to the Farmers' Market' Half Marathon, and a pilot project for improvements at Archie and Janet Hogg Park. The meeting includes a confidential closed session for advice from officials and a realtor RFP for the Hamlet of Cayley.

• 2024 Capital Equipment Purchase - Replacement of Unit E-32 818 Rosco Spray Patcher
• 2126660 Alberta Ltd. - NW 09-19-28 W4M - Development Permit 23D 213
• Joint Planning Area 3 - Letter of Concern
• Millarville 'Run to the Farmers' Market' Half Marathon special event application
• Archie and Janet Hogg Park - Pilot Project Improvements

Subdivision and Development Appeal Board

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board will hear two appeals. The first, at 1:00 p.m., is an appeal against the approval of Development Permit 23D 200 for an abattoir, agricultural intensive uses, accessory buildings, compost removal, and a dugout. The second, at 2:00 p.m., is an appeal against the refusal of Development Permit 23D 234 for a relaxation of setbacks on existing structures and an additional accessory building.

• Appeal of Development Permit 23D 200 for an abattoir and related agricultural uses (Plan 8111362, Block 1; Ptn. NW 17-18-28 W4M)
• Appeal of Development Permit 23D 234 for relaxation of setbacks on existing structures and an additional accessory building (Plan 7510070, Lot 5; Ptn. NW 13-21-29 W4M)
• Adoption of minutes from December 12 and December 19, 2023 meetings

Agricultural Service Board

The Agricultural Service Board will consider minutes from October 2023, monthly activity reports for October through December 2023, and proposed provincial resolutions for 2024. They will also discuss a Farm Family Award and a funding support letter for the Foothills Forage and Grazing program.

• Review of monthly activity reports for October, November, December 2023
• Discussion of 2024 Proposed Provincial Resolutions
• Consideration of BMO Farm Family Award package
• Review of Foothills Forage and Grazing Funding Support Letter for 2024

Council Meeting

Foothills County Council is meeting to consider several planning and municipal items, including three public hearings for land-use bylaw amendments. The agenda also includes a request for equipment rebuild, land acquisition outside municipal boundaries, and water/sewer infrastructure items. A confidential closed session is scheduled for advice from officials and the Foothills/Okotoks Regional Water Project acquisition agreement.

• Public hearing at 10:00 a.m. for Wojcik & Alexander – NE 21-19-28 W4M – amendment to County Rules (CR)
• Public hearing at 11:00 a.m. for Iatridis – SE 06-22-01 W5M – amendment to CR
• Public hearing at 2:30 p.m. for 1886969 Alberta Ltd. – SE 15-19-29 W5M – site-specific amendment to natural resource extraction land use rules
• Acquisition of Land Outside Municipal Boundaries
• Aldersyde Water Treatment Plant – Phase 2

Council Meeting

The agenda for the January 10, 2024 Foothills County Council meeting consists solely of procedural elements with no substantive items for decision or discussion. No rezonings, contracts, public hearings, or other actionable matters are listed.