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Lloydminster public meetings in 2024

31 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Mon Dec 16, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider land use map amendment and new fees and charges bylaw

Council will hold a public hearing regarding a land use map amendment to redistrict certain areas. The meeting includes decisions on community grants, facility agreements, and the approval of a new Fees and Charges Bylaw.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2025 grants, fees bylaw, and land use changes

Council approved the 2025 Deputy Mayor schedule and committee appointments, wrote off $9,177.25 in uncollectible utility accounts, and confirmed eligibility for the Saskatchewan Municipal Revenue Sharing Grant. It also approved funding for the Vic Juba Theatre, cold weather response, and community grants, and gave final readings to the Fees and Charges Bylaw and a land use map amendment. All motions carried unanimously.

Council Chambers
Mon Dec 9, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee reviews industrial inventory, curling club agreement, and bench policy draft

The Governance and Priorities Committee will approve the agenda and previous meeting minutes, then receive presentations on the city’s industrial inventory analysis and the Lloydminster Curling Club agreement. Members will discuss a draft update to the Bench Dedication Program Policy. The meeting also includes media inquiries, a short recess, and a closed‑session segment under LAFOIP.

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✓ Decided: Committee receives updates, holds closed session; no decisions made

The Governance and Priorities Committee met on December 9, 2024, and received presentations on the Industrial Inventory Analysis, the Lloydminster Curling Club Agreement, and a Draft Bench Dedication Program Policy Update. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were only presented for information. The committee approved the agenda and previous minutes, then went into a closed session under LAFOIP Section 16(1)(a) before adjourning.

Council Chambers
Mon Nov 25, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council approves 2025 operating and capital budget of $60.6M revenue and $110M expenditures

The council appointed Stephanie Lindsay to the Downtown Area Redevelopment Committee and confirmed Councillor Whiting as Deputy Mayor through Dec 31, 2024. It adopted the 2025 operating and capital budget, authorizing $60,646,910 in operating revenue, $110,049,011 in operating expenditures and a $49,442,387 tax levy, and approved capital projects including a $1.4 M road improvement at 12 Street & 75 Avenue and a $1.5 M water‑treatment clarifier repair with specified reserve contributions. The council also approved the Council Remuneration Policy, granted first reading to the Fees and Charges Bylaw and the Land Use Map amendment, and authorized a $530,180 sole‑source procurement for the River Intake Travelling Water Screen Replacement.

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Council Chambers
Mon Nov 18, 2024 · 5:30 PM

Regular Council

City of Lloydminster to swear in Mayor and Councillors

The meeting is primarily procedural, focusing on the swearing-in of the Mayor and Councillors. No other legislative items or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

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Council Chambers
Mon Nov 4, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council adopts three infrastructure master plans for water, sewer and stormwater.

The council will approve a three‑year non‑profit property tax exemption program and authorize tax enforcement actions on 24 properties and a list of lands in arrears. It will also adopt in principle the 2024 Sanitary Sewer, Water, and Stormwater Master Plans and approve a road‑crossing operation and maintenance agreement for the Neale Edmunds Complex.

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Council Chambers
Wed Oct 30, 2024 · 9:30 AM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee reviews 2025 draft operating and capital budget

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss the 2025 Draft Operating and Capital Budget. The session includes a budget presentation and a review of relevant sections of the Lloydminster Charter.

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Council Chambers
Mon Oct 21, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council considers Lloydminster Airport Masterplan and air service strategy

Council is reviewing the Lloydminster Airport Masterplan and an Air Service Development Strategy. The meeting includes decisions on community grant allocations and updates to utility franchise fees.

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Council Chambers
Tue Oct 15, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review Q3 infrastructure and procurement reports

The Governance and Priorities Committee will receive several administration presentations. These include updates on capital infrastructure, procurement, and franchise fees, as well as an economic impact assessment of the Saskatchewan Summer Games.

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Council Chambers
Mon Oct 7, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council approves $33,000 youth funding and appoints new City Clerk

The Regular Council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw No. 07‑2024 (Land Use Bylaw). Council will approve three fascia sign replacements on the building at 4910 – 36 Street. Council will appoint Marilyn Lavoie as City Clerk effective October 7, 2024. Council will authorize a $33,000 funding agreement with the Lloydminster Area Drug Strategy for the Youth Council agreement covering 2024‑2027.

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Council Chambers
Mon Sep 23, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council considers $1M drainage project and new utility bylaws

The City of Lloydminster Council is meeting to decide on a contractor award for drainage upgrades and the adoption of a park masterplan. The body is also considering the final readings of bylaws regarding stormwater utilities and fire services.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts Weaver Heritage Park Masterplan and awards drainage contract

Council approved the Weaver Heritage Park Masterplan, awarded a $1.01M contract for Northwest Drainage Channel Phase 3 upgrades, and passed final readings for the Stormwater Utility and Fire Services bylaws. All motions carried unanimously.

Council Chambers
Mon Sep 16, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Asset Management Update and Fire Services Master Plan presented

The Governance and Priorities Committee will approve the agenda and the minutes from the August 12 meeting. It will hear a presentation from the Saskatchewan Summer Games Host Society, an asset management update and Fire Services Master Plan, and a Youth Council agreement renewal. The committee will also address media inquiries, hold an in‑camera session, and adjourn the meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee hears fire services asset plan, youth council renewal

The Governance and Priorities Committee received presentations on the Asset Management Update and Fire Services Asset Management Plan, and on the Lloydminster Youth Council Partnership Agreement renewal. No formal decisions were made on these items; the meeting was largely informational and included a closed session. The committee approved the agenda and previous minutes, and adjourned.

Council Chambers
Mon Sep 9, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council approves $671,237.75 contract for 41 Street Urbanization

The Regular Council will approve a $671,237.75 contract to Knelsen Sand & Gravel Ltd. for the 41 Street Urbanization project, including a 15% contingency of $100,685.66. It will also appoint WLS LLP Chartered Professional Accountants as external auditors for the 2024 consolidated financial statements and award a janitorial supplies contract to W.E. Greer Ltd. The council will adopt a new Diversity, Inclusion, and Accessibility Policy while repealing two older policies, and will give first readings to a Stormwater Utility Bylaw and a Land Use Bylaw, scheduling a public hearing for the latter on October 7, 2024.

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✓ Decided: Council awards 41 Street urbanization contract to Knelsen Sand & Gravel

Council approved the 41 Street urbanization contractor award to Knelsen Sand & Gravel Ltd. for $671,237.75 plus a 15% contingency, appointed external auditors, approved a janitorial supplies contract, and made committee appointments. Council also gave first reading to the Stormwater Utility Bylaw and the Land Use Bylaw, scheduling a public hearing for October 7, 2024.

Council Chambers
Mon Aug 19, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council considers $200,000 for Holy Rosary High School artificial turf field

Council is meeting to decide on funding for a school sports field and public art, as well as updating city policies on diversity and accessibility. The body will also review committee appointments and a repealing bylaw.

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Council Chambers
Mon Aug 12, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee reviews fire services cost recovery, finances, and draft land use bylaw

The Governance and Priorities Committee will approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the July 15 meeting. It will hear presentations on the Fire Services Cost Recovery Program from Fire Marque Inc and the quarterly financial report for the period ending June 30, 2024. The committee will discuss a draft update to the City’s Land Use Bylaw. The meeting will also include a brief media inquiry period, a closed‑session segment, and adjournment.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jul 22, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council considers contract extensions for street and stockpile projects

The City of Lloydminster Council is meeting to review several infrastructure contract extensions and land sale policies. The body will also discuss facility agreements and committee appointments.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jul 15, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee reviews water shortage plan and infrastructure updates

The Governance and Priorities Committee is reviewing several administrative reports, including a water shortage response plan and Q2 capital infrastructure updates. The body is also discussing policy updates regarding diversity, inclusion, and accessibility.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jun 24, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council considers transitioning Lloydminster Public Library to a municipal model

The Council is reviewing the transition of the Lloydminster Public Library from a regional to a municipal model, including $30,000 in proposed funding. Other agenda items include security services for Bud Miller All Seasons Park and the first reading of a new fire services bylaw. The meeting also addresses committee appointments and a development permit for 5016 47 Street.

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Council Chambers
Mon May 27, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to set mill rate, award $923K clay stockpile contract

Council will consider second and third reading of the 2024 Mill Rate Bylaw, award a $923,022 contract to Arnold Earthmoving Ltd. for relocating a clay stockpile at Lake K, and vote on a $5,192.25 funding request from Citizens on Patrol for a speed radar sign. A ten-year sponsorship agreement with Synergy Credit Union for naming rights at the Cenovus Energy Hub is also on the agenda.

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Council Chambers
Tue May 21, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review draft Fire Services Bylaw and Cenovus Energy Hub update

The Governance and Priorities Committee will consider a draft Fire Services Bylaw update and receive a Q1 2024 update on the Cenovus Energy Hub. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a closed session for policy advice.

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Council Chambers
Mon May 13, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on $180K Olive Tree funding, 2024 budget, and mill rate

Lloydminster City Council will consider several financial and governance items, including a $180,000 funding agreement with the Olive Tree Community Centre, approval of the revised 2024 operating and capital budgets, and first reading of the 2024 Mill Rate Bylaw. Council will also discuss a Public Transportation Master Plan and appointments to the Public Library Board and Vic Juba Community Theatre Board.

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Council Chambers
Mon Apr 29, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on retail store at 4215 70th Avenue and waste facility funding

Council will decide on a retail store application at 4215 70th Avenue in a Direct Control District, and consider an additional $149,800 for the Integrated Waste Management Facility Master Plan. Other items include approving the 2023 audited financial statements, committee appointments, and policies on council professional development and remuneration.

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Council Chambers
Mon Apr 22, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Lloydminster committee to review land sales, council pay, and transit plan

The Governance and Priorities Committee will hear presentations on the 2024 first-quarter governance documents and procurement updates, a draft Social Policy Framework Leadership Team terms of reference, a proposed retail store at 4215 70 Avenue in the DC3 district, a public transportation master plan update, and a downtown façade and building improvement program update. The committee will also discuss a draft Land Sales Policy, a draft Council Remuneration Policy, and a draft Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Bylaw. The meeting includes a closed session under LAFOIP Section 16(1)(a) for policy options and advice.

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Council Chambers
Mon Apr 8, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on outdoor pool naming rights deal and housing strategy

Council will consider authorizing a five-year sponsorship agreement with Lloydminster & District Co-op Ltd. for naming rights of the outdoor pool at 4713-57 Avenue, and vote on adopting a Housing Needs Assessment and Strategy. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a closed session for policy advice.

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Council Chambers
Mon Mar 18, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to review housing needs assessment and strategy draft

The Governance and Priorities Committee will receive presentations on a Housing Needs Assessment and Strategy Draft Report, a food and beverage survey for the Lloydminster Golf and Curling Centre, and a proposal to transfer outstanding 2022 and 2023 stormwater utility fees to the 2024 tax roll. The committee will also consider approving previous meeting minutes and may go into a closed session to discuss policy options.

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Council Chambers
Mon Mar 11, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to award $5.6M in street, water, and landfill contracts

Lloydminster City Council will consider awarding three major infrastructure contracts totaling over $5.6 million, including street improvements, water and sewer replacement, and landfill cell construction. Council will also vote on allocating a combined $8.1 million in 2023 year-end operating and capital surpluses, and on appointing an interim city clerk.

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Council Chambers
Mon Feb 26, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider $709,000 landfill dozer contract and emergency management agreement

Council will vote on a $709,000 contract for a new landfill dozer and consider entering a Regional Emergency Management Collective Agreement. A petition received by the city and a new Purchasing Card Policy are also on the agenda. The meeting includes approval of previous minutes and a closed session for policy advice.

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Council Chambers
Tue Feb 20, 2024 · 11:00 AM

Regular Council

Lloydminster council meets to swear in a new councillor

This is a procedural meeting with only three agenda items: swearing in a councillor, comments from the mayor and council, and adjournment. No substantive decisions, public hearings, or financial items are scheduled.

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Council Chambers
Mon Feb 12, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

RCMP quarterly update, WestJet talks, and capital projects on agenda

The Governance and Priorities Committee will receive presentations on the RCMP quarterly update, a WestJet in-person discussion, and updates on 2023-2024 capital infrastructure projects. A draft Purchasing Card Policy is also up for consideration. The meeting includes a presentation from the Lloydminster Public Library and an Alberta Emergency Management Agency audit review.

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Council Chambers
Mon Feb 5, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to vote on $54.7M in carryforward projects, fire truck, and arena naming

Lloydminster City Council will consider approving $54.7 million in operating and capital carryforward projects for 2024, a $1.03 million fire truck purchase, and a 10-year naming rights agreement with Lloydminster & District Co-op for the community arena. Council will also vote on a three-year $243,577 grant agreement with Border Paws Animal Shelter, a $2.96 million wastewater lagoon desludging contract, and a $757,777 water treatment plant lime system contract. Several bylaws are up for readings, including fee changes and speed zone amendments.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jan 22, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Regular Council

Council to consider $3.1M borrowing bylaw for golf course maintenance shop

Lloydminster City Council is meeting to consider several bylaws, including a $3.1 million borrowing bylaw for a maintenance shop at the Lloydminster Golf & Curling Centre, and to approve grants, policies, and contract extensions. They will also vote on a resolution for the SUMA convention regarding healthcare shortages and give readings to a code of ethics bylaw and a cemetery management amendment.

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Council Chambers
Mon Jan 15, 2024 · 1:30 PM

Governance and Priorities Committee

Committee to discuss speed limit changes at 50 Avenue and 67 Street intersection

The Governance and Priorities Committee is meeting to discuss several items including a proposed speed limit change at the 50 Avenue (Highway 17) and 67 Street intersection, a draft landfill tipping fee exemption policy, and a draft recreation and cultural services fees policy. The committee will also receive presentations on the Indigenous Cultural Protocol, the Downtown Façade and Building Improvement Program, and the Weaver Park Campground Caretaker. A grant funding agreement for Border Paws is also on the agenda.

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Council Chambers