County of St. Paul No. 19 public meetings in 2023

Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul Council will review the 2024 interim municipal budget and several new bylaws. The agenda also includes updates on the North and South Buffalo Trail contingency funds and sewer issues at Vincent Lake Subdivision.

• Review of 2024 Interim Municipal Budget
• Bylaw 2023-26 amendment to the Land Use Bylaw
• RFP for new financial software
• Property clean up costs for Lot 14, Block 1, Plan 7521646
• Utility Bylaw 2023-20

Public Works

The Public Works committee is reviewing several land use and infrastructure items. This includes a rezoning request for SE 25-58-10-W4 and proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw. They will also discuss road closures on River Road and tax exemptions for non-profit organizations.

• Rezoning of SE 25-58-10-W4 to Direct Control District (Bylaw 2023-19)
• Tax exemption bylaw for non-profit community organizations (Bylaw 2023-18)
• Road closure plan 2803RS for River Road
• Land sale by tender for Spring Park Hall (Roll# 6714701)
• Proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2021-13

Special Council Meeting

The Council passed Bylaw 2023-17 to establish the position of Chief Administrative Officer. Jason Wallsmith was appointed to the role effective January 8, 2024, with Sheila Kitz retained as Interim CAO from January 1 to 7, 2024.

• Bylaw 2023-17: Establish Position of Chief Administrative Officer
• Appointment of Jason Wallsmith as Chief Administrative Officer effective January 8, 2024
• Retention of Sheila Kitz as Interim CAO from January 1 to 7, 2024
• Time change for November 28, 2023 Public Works Meeting to 9:00 a.m.

Agricultural Service Board

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Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul Council will discuss the transfer of ownership for Elk Point Airport from the Province and construction at Evergreen Regional Landfill. The agenda also includes property tax cancellation requests and road plan closures. A delegation will present a request regarding berm removal.

• Transfer of ownership for Elk Point Airport from the Province
• Evergreen Regional Landfill Class 3 Inert Waste Cell Construction 2024
• Property tax cancellation requests for Roll # 9702509 and #9702522
• Lake Eliza Road Plan closures for Road Plan 2714ET and Road Plan 4001BM
• Resident delegation regarding berm removal in NW 10-57-10-W4 / SW 15-57-10-W4

Public Works

The Public Works body will conduct a public hearing regarding Bylaw 2023-15 for the Elk Point Airport IASP. The agenda also includes discussions on dust control policy, landfill matters, and waste truck procurement.

• Public Hearing for Bylaw 2023-15 - Elk Point Airport IASP
• PW-9 Dust Control Policy
• Evergreen Regional Landfill
• Waste Truck - Build List for Front Load & Tender for Roll-Off
• St. Edouard Transfer Site Hours

Organizational Meeting

The County of St. Paul held an organizational meeting to establish committee appointments for the upcoming year. This included selecting representatives for agricultural, health, library, and public works boards. Several existing members were reappointed to their previous roles.

• Reappointment of Maxine Fodness as Deputy Reeve
• Appointment of Keith Kornelsen and Warren Leister as Weed/Pest Inspectors
• Selection of Maria Cueva, Patricia Miller, and Helen Gamblin to the County Library Board
• Appointment of Louis Dechaine as the LARA Committee representative
• Appointment of Darrell Younghans as Agricultural Services Board Chairman

Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul Council is meeting to discuss several infrastructure and service items. Key topics include a potential 2024 water rate increase for the Elk Point/St. Paul Water Commission and requests for new fire pumper trucks. The agenda also covers road repairs and school design projects.

• 2024 Water Rate Increase (Elk Point/St. Paul Water Commission)
• Request to order fire pumper trucks
• Amendments to Joint Use and Planning Agreement with St. Paul School Division
• Road upgrade request for RR91 South of Township Road 574
• Insurance funding assistance for Elk Point A.G. Ross Arena Committee

Public Works

The Public Works body will review several infrastructure and land items. Discussion includes a runway project at St Paul Airport and road work on RR90.

• Tenders for MG-12 2015 CAT 14M Grader
• Elk Point Airport Intermunicipal Area Structure Plan - Bylaw 2023-15
• Road widening on RR90 in SE 24-56-9-W4
• Winter brushing for RR90 - NW 19-56-8-W4
• St Paul Airport STIP Grant Application - Runway Mill and Pave Project

Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul Council will hold a public hearing regarding Rezoning Bylaw 2023-13. The meeting also includes discussions on a Northern Lights Library System levy increase and several policy updates for reserve lands and road maintenance.

• Public Hearing for Rezoning Bylaw 2023-13
• Northern Lights Library System levy increase
• Assessment Review Board Bylaw 2023-14 and Regional Assessment Review Services Agreement
• Elk Point Airport Intermunicipal Area Structure Plan (Bylaw 2023-15)
• Policy updates for reserve lands, encroachment, and snow removal

Council approved Bylaw 2023-13 to rezone 1.18 ha of land from Agricultural to Country Residential 1. The board also approved several new administrative policies and awarded a $108,843 contract for an agricultural shop replacement.

• Approved Rezoning Bylaw 2023-13 for 1.18 ha at 10002 Twp Rd 584
• Awarded $108,843 to Almac for Ag Department storage shed replacement
• Approved $303,070.90 (plus 15% contingency) for AFRRCS migration project to Whyte Communications Ltd
• Approved Assessment Review Board Bylaw 2023-14
• Approved DEV-4 Reserve Lands, DEV-7 Encroachment, DEV-8 Deadfall Cleanup, and PW-3 Snow Removal policies
• Denied PW-19 Towing Policy
• Approved $10,000 for field access road repairs in SE 22-55-10-W4
• Denied request for fall/winter boat launch access at Lac Bellevue

Public Works

The County of St. Paul Public Works committee is reviewing several new business items. These include requests for facility funding in Ashmont and Mallaig, CAO recruitment, and various road maintenance tasks.

• Funding approval for Ashmont and Mallaig facilities and truck fill design
• Request to increase the Public Works shop budget
• Purchase of oil for Correction Line GBC road surface
• Approval for 2023-2024 winter brushing jobs
• CAO recruitment via an executive search consultant

The County approved a $250,000 increase to the Public Works budget and funded a $124,740 water pump station assessment. Council also authorized several joint grant applications for regional housing, lake health, and infrastructure studies. Additionally, the County contracted Human Edge for CAO recruitment.

• Approved $250,000 Public Works budget increase from unrestricted surplus
• Approved $124,740 for water pump station assessments in Ashmont and Mallaig
• Approved contract with Human Edge for CAO recruitment
• Accepted $150,000 offer from Finning for MG-02 2014 CAT 14M Grader
• Approved $118,060 for HF 500 oil for TWP 590 from unrestricted surplus
• Denied request to take ownership of Lot 4 and Lot 5, Block 5, Plan 5096HW
• Denied resident request to remove deadfall on County reserve lands
• Approved $1,200 Gold Level sponsorship for Canadian Fallen Heroes Foundation

Council Meeting 1

Council approved a services contract with RC Strategies for trail planning and provided several donations and fee waivers to local organizations. They also initiated a rezoning process for a subdivision and addressed various land-use and infrastructure requests.

• Approved $109,908.44 contract with RC Strategies for Regional Trail Master Plan
• Waived waste bin management fees for St. Paul & District Animal Shelter for two years
• Approved 12.5 tonnes of gravel per year for three years for St. Paul & District Animal Shelter
• Gave 1st reading to Bylaw 2023-13 to rezone part of SW 17-58-9-W4 from Agriculture to Country Residential 1
• Denied encroachment request for woodshed at SE 22-60-12-W4; approved request for retaining wall
• Approved $1,000 contribution and 100 lapel pins for Ashmont Legion 95th Anniversary
• Forgave $3,083.29 fire response bill for Elk Point fire call 70-22
• Approved sale of up to 2,000 tonnes of gravel to Grynn Contracting at $25/tonne

Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul No. 19 council meeting on July 25, 2023, includes several delegations and a public hearing. Key items include a delegation on a CO2 pipeline, a public hearing for a rezoning bylaw, and an update on a partial road closure bylaw. Council will also review strategic plans, infrastructure replacement, and various community requests.

• Public hearing for Bylaw 2023-12 rezoning on part of SE 25-58-10-W4
• Delegation on CO2 pipeline by Amil Shapka
• Bylaw 2021-21 partial road closure between SW 16-62-12-W4 and NW 9-62-12-W4
• Request to purchase part of road plan and cancel laneway in SE 4-59-10-W4 Owlseye
• 2023 Strategic Operational Plans 2nd quarter update

Council passed Bylaw 2021-21 for a partial road closure and approved a reimbursement for a County employee. A rezoning request for Santech Diesel Performance Ltd. was deferred for further study into Direct Control District options. Several other items, including a gate/fence update and wind turbine concerns, were tabled.

• Approved 2nd and 3rd reading of Bylaw 2021-21 for partial road closure between SW 16-62-12-W4 and NW 9-62-12-W4
• Approved reimbursement to County employee for costs from June 14, 2023 incident
• Approved invoicing commercial hauler for Armistice Road damage
• Directed staff to explore Direct Control District options for rezoning at SE 25-58-10-W4 (Santech Diesel Performance Ltd.)
• Tabled discussion on Industrial Wind Turbine Project in Elk Point area to August 8, 2023
• Tabled update on gate/fence at TWP RD 612 to August 8, 2023
• Tabled decision on Lease Lot 28ER Blk 2Pln 8023220
• Adopted June 30, 2023 Bank Reconciliation

Agricultural Service Board

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The Board approved sending formal notices to landowners regarding Richardson Ground Squirrel and Clubroot infestations. Members also directed staff to investigate the viability of wells for fire suppression in Ashmont and Whitney Lake.

• Approved delivery of a letter of intent and action plan to landowners of Roll #6604300, #6604100, and #6603300 regarding Richardson Ground Squirrels (Carried)
• Approved sending a letter to the landowner at SW 27-56-11-W4 regarding Clubroot pest notice #11627300-2020-1 (Carried)
• Approved investigating the water quality and viability of the Ashmont well at SW 13-59-11-W4 for fire suppression (Carried)
• Approved sending information letters to landowners regarding oxeye daisy infestation (Carried)
• Accepted February 28, 2023, meeting minutes with amendments (Carried)

Public Works

The Public Works committee approved funding for roof repairs, athletic equipment, and a conference. Council also decided on several waste management supports for local events and approved the cancellation of specific property tax balances.

• Approved $9,600 for roof repairs at Westcove caretaker cabin, Stoney Lake gazebo and garage
• Approved $1,500 for St. Paul Athletic Association Track & Field timing system
• Approved $1,000 contribution to 2023 ARMAA Conference
• Cancelled $9,342.26 in remaining taxes for Lot 2, Block 3, Plan 8221618
• Approved installation of memorial bench at Floatingstone Municipal Park at no cost to County
• Approved ordering a roll off truck and front load truck for 2024-2025 delivery
• Denied financial assistance for the purchase of the Hillside Estates sign
• Accepted CAO Sheila Kitz's retirement notice effective December 31, 2023

Council Meeting 1

Council approved the removal of a municipal reserve designation at Vincent Lake to facilitate new development. The board also approved three five-year lease agreements with Bell Canada and a $1,200 transportation grant for a seniors' club.

• Removed Municipal Reserve designation from Lot 16MR Block 1 Plan 232 0742 (Carried)
• Approved three 5-year leases with Bell Canada at Ashmont, Mallaig, and Heinsburg for $3,015 + GST annually each (Carried)
• Approved $1,200 transportation grant for St. Paul Centennial Senior Citizen’s Opportunity Club (Carried)
• Approved $23,550.88 for Lac Sante boat launch repair and realignment (Carried)
• Denied request to cancel $271.79 in property taxes for Lot 6, Block 3, Plan 0021847 (Defeated)
• Denied Employment and Payroll Services contract request from Mallaig and District Ag Society (Carried)
• Gave 1st reading to Bylaw 2023-12 to rezone part SE 25-58-10-W4 from Agriculture to Light Industrial Residential (Carried)
• Tabled decisions on Lot 28ER lease and sale of 14M Motor Grader (Carried)

Public Works

The Public Works body will review various business items including tender awards for hay crops and road projects. The agenda also contains several sponsorship requests, land designation changes, and infrastructure discussions.

• Award Tender for standing hay crop on SW 5-57-10-W4 - Lafond
• Award Tender for standing hay crop on NW 17-59-11-W4 - Batty Lake
• Award Tender for BF 70647 (Willow Range Road)
• Utility Bylaw 2023-11
• Removal of Municipal Reserve Designation from Lot 16MR Block 1 Plan 232 0742 - Vincent Lake

The County awarded a major bridge contract and passed Utility Bylaw 2023-11. Council also approved several small grants, a new phone system, and the sale of various pieces of public works equipment.

• Awarded Bridge File 70647 (Willow Range Road) contract to Prairie Erectors Int. Inc. for $988,775.00
• Passed Utility Bylaw 2023-11 through three readings
• Approved $12,000 for a new County phone system from Unrestricted Surplus
• Approved removal of Garner Lake Boat Launch at an estimated cost of $15,000
• Awarded standing hay tender for NW 17-59-11-W4 (Batty Lake Pit) to Poncho Mulkay for $2,222/year
• Approved amended service contract for Bylaw Officer Tammy Goddu (Dec 16, 2023 - Dec 15, 2026)
• Approved $4,791.34 contribution to Mann Lake Golf Course and $1,000 to Lakeland District Soccer Association
• Denied free gazebo rental at Floating Stone Municipal Campground for St. Paul Alliance Church

Council Meeting 1

The Council will review several business items including a Bylaw Enforcement Officer service contract and the 2023 Budget Narrative. The agenda also includes discussions on fire department transitions, proposed logging, and various community events.

• Bylaw Enforcement Officer Service Contract Agreement
• Camp Whitney Cost Estimate
• Divisional Scopes of Work
• 2023 Budget Narrative
• Proposed Logging in NW 31-55-4-W4

Council conducted a public auction of lands, selling two properties for a combined $29,300 plus GST. The board also approved a $255,162 expenditure to migrate fire department radio infrastructure to the provincial system.

• Sold Lot 14, Block 1, Plan 7521646 to Shireen Meehan and Richard Burton for $26,200 plus GST
• Sold Lot 2, Block 3, Plan 8221618 to Cezary Roman Giluk and Krystyna Danuta Haberek for $3,100 plus GST
• Approved $255,162 for migration to Alberta First Responder Radio Communication System
• Approved $1,987 regional cost share for Glenbrie Consulting Ltd licensing applications
• Approved Rip & Pack and Oiling of Divisions, excluding new Oiled Dust Controls
• Approved 2023 Budget Narrative with grammatical corrections
• Tabled Bylaw Officer Service Contract for May 23 meeting
• Approved 10 yards of Cold Mix ($762.50) for Elk Point Elks #460 at no charge

Public Works

The Public Works committee is meeting to discuss the 2023 operating and capital budget and Tax Rate Bylaw 2023-10. The agenda includes several delegations and updates on the 2023 Strategic Plan.

• Tax Rate Bylaw 2023-10
• 2023 Operating and Capital Budget
• Build slot for 2024 Kenworth T-880 Cab and Chassis Truck
• Tender for standing hay crop on NW 17-59-11-W4 and SW 5-57-10 W4
• Bylaw 2023-07 Penalties clarification regarding restricted dogs

Council approved the 2023 Municipal Operation and Capital Budget and passed the Tax Rate Bylaw 2023-10. The board also approved the 2022 audited financial statements and the first quarter of the 2023 Strategic Plan.

• Approved 2023 Operating and Capital Budget with $37,137,435 in revenues
• Passed Tax Rate Bylaw 2023-10 through third reading
• Approved 2022 audited financial statements
• Approved $59,672.80 estimated cost to assist Town of St. Paul with soccer field parking lot
• Approved purchase of four portable toilets for bin site attendants for approximately $4,000
• Approved build and purchase of 2024 Kenworth T-880 truck
• Approved $1,800 sponsorship for St. Paul District 4-H Beef Show & Sale
• Approved sale of various PW trucks, trailers, and mowers via sealed bidding

Council Meeting 1

The County Council will meet to discuss several new business items including a public hearing for a rezoning bylaw and a proposed road closure. The agenda also includes discussions on fee schedules, service contract extensions, and municipal campground Wi-Fi upgrades.

• Public Hearing - Bylaw 2023-05: Rezoning in NE 33-56-5-W4 Heinsburg
• Bylaw 2023-09 Fee Schedule
• Road Closure 867CL and 1123649 in SE 4-59-10 W4
• MCSnet Agreement for upgrade of Wi-Fi at municipal campgrounds
• Extension to Bylaw Enforcement Officer service contract

Council approved several fund transfers from unrestricted surplus to reserves for fire equipment and waste trucks. The board also passed a new fee schedule bylaw and approved various community sponsorships and road cleanup allocations.

• Transferred $350,000 to General Fire reserves for VHF to AFFRCS radio transition
• Transferred $750,000 to General Fire reserves for future fire truck replacement
• Transferred $250,000 to Waste Management reserves for future waste truck replacement
• Approved Fee Schedule Bylaw 2023-09 (Third Reading)
• Approved rezoning in NE 33-56-5-W4 Lot 1 Block 2 Plan 202 2302 (Bylaw 2023-05)
• Renewed Bylaw Officer Tammy Goddu's contract through December 31, 2026
• Approved $1,800 sponsorship for 4-H Beef Show DLMS program
• Denied $200 donation request from Lakeland Seed Swap

Public Works

The Public Works committee is meeting to discuss infrastructure projects and service contracts. Key items include a request for CNRL to construct a road and the pursuit of a new gravel pit in Division 1.

• Pursue new gravel pit in Division 1
• CNRL request to construct road in County undeveloped road allowance
• Award mowing tender
• Service contract for radio infrastructure inspection with Vercomm Wireless
• Request to lease County land SW 24-58-7-W4

The Public Works committee approved several infrastructure and service contracts, including roadside mowing and radio infrastructure inspections. Council also authorized new land lease agreements and approved fiber network access for Buried Glass Inc. in two project areas.

• Awarded roadside mowing tender for 2210.52 km to Nuwave Industries for $92,731
• Approved fiber network access agreements with Buried Glass Inc. for Spedden to St. Lina and St. Paul to Lindbergh
• Approved 1-year service agreement with West Parkland Gas Co-op Ltd. for propane cylinder recycling
• Approved 2-year land lease for 1.2 acres in SW 24-58-7-W4 at $1,500 annually
• Approved request for CNRL to construct 700 meters of road at NW 2-56-5-W4 at no cost to County
• Approved negotiations for a new gravel pit in SW 28-56-5-W4
• Approved free acceptance of appliances with Freon at transfer stations for May 2023
• Approved annual radio infrastructure inspection contract with Vercomm Wireless

Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul No. 19 Council will discuss several bylaws and human resources policies. The meeting includes delegations from the RCMP and a resident requesting a bylaw violation ticket review.

• Bylaw 2023-04 License Road Allowance Between NE 12 & SE12 and NW7 & SW7
• Bylaw 2023-06 Keeping of Animals
• Bylaw 2023-07 Penalties
• Bylaw 2023-08 Meeting Procedures
• HR policies regarding Conference and Education, Pay Administration, and Driving and Vehicle Use

Council passed bylaws regarding the keeping of animals and meeting procedures, while defeating a third reading of the penalties bylaw. Several administrative policies were updated, and a resident was granted an extension to resolve a dog bylaw violation.

• Passed Bylaw 2023-06 Keeping of Animals (Carried)
• Passed Bylaw 2023-08 Meeting Procedures (Carried)
• Defeated third reading of Bylaw 2023-07 Penalties
• Approved Bylaw 2023-04 to license specific road allowances (Carried)
• Approved HR-7 Conference, HR-16 Pay Administration, and HR-34 Driving policies (Carried)
• Approved PW-4 Vegetation/Brushing Policy with #5 Level increase to $3,000 (Carried)
• Granted resident until May 23, 2023 to resolve excess dog issue in Hamlet of Ashmont (Carried)
• Denied Town of Elk Point request for oil/overlay assistance at A.G. Ross arena parking lot (Carried)

Agricultural Service Board

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The Board approved the 2023 spraying maps and decided to tender out roadside mowing for identified roads. Other actions included approving funding for farm safety and a local trade show, and directing staff to research Zinc Phosphide for pest control.

• Approved tender for mowing identified roads (excluding subdivision roads)
• Accepted 2023 Spraying Maps as presented
• Approved $2,000 donation for Farm Safety Centre's Safety Smarts program
• Approved $300 bronze level sponsorship for Two Hills Agri Day and Tradeshow 2023
• Directed staff to research purchasing Zinc Phosphide for the 2023 season
• Approved trial of Zinc Phosphide (20kg bag) for resident rolls #6604300, #6604100, and #6603300
• Decided to maintain ASB-11 Clubroot Policy as is for 2023, 2024, and 2025
• Directed staff to draft a resolution for the Provincial Government to review the Water Act

Public Works

The County of St. Paul No. 19 Public Works committee is meeting to review infrastructure projects and equipment purchases. The agenda includes discussions on a bridge collapse and road construction on RR83.

• Bylaw 2023-05: Rezoning in NE 33-56-5-W4 Lot 1 Block 2 Plan 202 2302
• Bridge File 6873 - Bridge Collapse
• Government Road Allowance Construction RR83
• Tender for mixing up to 40,000 tonnes of cold mix asphalt
• Purchase of 2023 Mack Snowplow and Sander

The Public Works meeting resulted in the approval of a new snowplow purchase and a cold mix asphalt tender. Council also authorized land purchases along Range Road 52 and approved a servicing agreement with the Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay.

• Approved purchase of 2023 Mack G64R 455HP snowplow and sander for estimated $463,579.44
• Awarded cold mix asphalt tender to Grynn Contracting Ltd. at $14.30 per tonne
• Approved Servicing Agreement with the Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay
• Denied request for engineering and environmental work on Bridge File 6873
• Approved land purchases along Range Road 52
• Approved 39 new firefighting helmets funded by $10,807.28 from Joint-Use Reserve and $10,000 from St. Paul Firefighters
• Approved 1st reading of Bylaw 2023-05 for rezoning in NE 33-56-5-W4
• Approved $300 donation to the St. Paul Ukrainian Dance Club

Council Meeting 1

The Council is meeting to review several bylaws regarding road allowances and a tender for fuel products. The agenda includes discussions on airport economic opportunities, road upgrades, and various sponsorship requests.

• Bylaw 2023-02 and 2023-03 to rescind road allowance licenses
• Bylaw 2023-04 to license road allowance between NE 12 & SE12 and NW7 & SW7
• Tender for supply and delivery of fuel products
• Request for additional capital funds to replace waste management trailer LB-17
• Request for industry partner upgrades to Moosehills Road

Council approved the engineering and construction of RR 61 north of Moosehills Road and TWP580, with CNRL covering 100% of the estimated $1,318,400 cost. Other key actions included awarding a fuel supply contract to Cornerstone Co-op and approving several community grants.

• Approved RR 61 road project estimated at $1,318,400 with 100% funding from CNRL
• Awarded fuel supply and delivery contract to Cornerstone Co-op through Dec 31, 2024
• Approved $12,936 donation to STARS Foundation for 2023, 2024, and 2025
• Approved $1,000 grant to MS Canada for the St. Paul MS Walk
• Approved $10,215 in capital funds to replace waste management trailer LB-17
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Elk Point U-11 Tier 3 Avalanche Minor Hockey
• Approved $300 donation to Ashmont Agricultural Society for Ladies Night
• Approved $2,000 contribution to Highway 28 advocacy fund

Public Works

The County of St. Paul No. 19 Public Works body is meeting to review road cancellations and closures. The agenda includes discussions on service agreements, funding requests for local organizations, and equipment sales.

• Bylaw 2021-01: Partial Road Cancellation - Vincent Lake SW 17-59-9-W4
• Partial Road Closure in NE 6-60-10-W4 gate request
• Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay Servicing Agreement
• Service Contract for Wood Supply Services for Municipal Parks
• Xplore Co-location License Agreement

Council approved a $12M capital funding commitment for the MD of St. Paul Foundation's Sunnyside Manor replacement and repair project. Other key actions included approving several community grants and authorizing equipment sales and fire department vehicle funding.

• Approved $12M capital funding commitment for Sunnyside Manor project (conditional)
• Approved $10,000 operating grant for St. Paul & District Chamber of Commerce
• Approved $5,000 grants for Mallaig and Elk Point Chambers of Commerce
• Approved $8,485 for Elk Point Fire Department vehicle cost increase
• Authorized up to $18,000 from Joint-Use Fire Reserve for command vehicle upfitting
• Approved sale of three equipment pieces to Michener Allen Auction for $252,000
• Approved full-time clerical position for Public Works at estimated cost of $40,200
• Denied request to keep gate open and unlocked in NE 6-60-10-W4 until spring thaw

Council Meeting 1

The County of St. Paul No. 19 Council will discuss several bylaws and road allowance changes. The meeting includes a public hearing regarding specific road closures and delegations from the Fire Chief and local businesses.

• Public Hearing: Bylaw 2022-22 Road Closure of Road Plans 919TR and 832 1080
• Bylaw 2023-01 Utility Bylaw
• Bylaw 2023-02 Rescind Licence Road Allowance between NE, SE 12-61-12-W4
• Bylaw 2023-03 Rescind Undeveloped Road Allowance Bylaw 2013-04
• Amendment to Summer Village of Horseshoe Bay Servicing Agreement

Council passed Utility Bylaw 2023-01 after three readings and set the date for the Public Auction of Lands. The board also approved several letters of support for community grants and authorized a fuel tender process.

• Passed Utility Bylaw 2023-01 (Carried)
• Set Public Auction of Lands for May 9, 2023, at 11:00 a.m. (Carried)
• Approved $1,850 for Bylaw Officer Tammy Goddu's Level 2 training (Carried)
• Directed Administration to proceed with the fuel tender process (Carried)
• Approved letters of support for Heinsburg Community Club, Town of Bonnyville, and St. Paul Regional High School Athletic Parent Association (Carried)
• Approved STEP application for Northern and Regional Economic Development Program (Carried)
• Tabled decision on Buffalo Trail North and South IASP scope changes (Carried)
• Tabled Morton Salt letter of support request for more information (Carried)