County of St. Paul No. 19 public meetings in 2024
26 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Council Meeting 1
The County of St. Paul No. 19 Council will meet to discuss the 2025 interim municipal budget and the 2025 provincial budget. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding the North & South Buffalo IASP and the opening of lease land tenders.
- Public Hearing: North & South Buffalo IASP
- 2025 Interim Municipal Budget
- Bylaw 2024-21 Elk Point Regional Allied Arts Loan Guarantee
- Lease Land Tender Opening
- Elk Point Elks #460 Wilderness Park boat launch request
Council approved the 2025 interim budget with $36.2M in revenues and $30.9M in operating expenditures, and awarded multiple grazing and arable land leases for 2025-2030 and 2025-2027 terms. They also approved recreational facility grants, a $20,000 fire equipment purchase, and gave final reading to the Elk Point Regional Allied Arts loan guarantee bylaw.
- Approved 2025 interim budget with $36,224,556 revenues and $30,863,047 operating expenditures
- Allocated 2024 recreational facility grants totaling $91,730 to 22 organizations
- Approved $20,000 from Joint Use Fire Reserve for battery-operated rescue tools
- Gave third reading to Bylaw 2024-21 Elk Point Regional Allied Arts Loan Guarantee
- Awarded grazing land leases to current holders for 2025-2030 (multiple resolutions)
- Awarded grazing land leases to highest bidders (Patrick Elsen, Louis Pelchat, Michael McDonald, Starosielski Cattle Co.)
- Awarded arable land leases to highest bidders (Matt Berlinguette, Shane Murray) for 2025-2027
- Approved 2025 interim budget with $3,671 surplus
Public Works
The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and software interface elements. There are no specific decisions, proposals, or discussion items listed.
Council Meeting 1
The County of St. Paul No. 19 council will discuss and potentially pass Bylaw 2024-17 (Buffalo Trail South ASP) and Bylaw 2024-18 (Buffalo Trail North ASP). The agenda also includes delegations from Portage College and the MD of St. Paul Foundation, a request to cancel tax penalties on a specific lot, and several land lease and tender items. Council will also consider sponsorship and donation requests for community events and playgrounds.
- Bylaw 2024-17 – Buffalo Trail South Area Structure Plan
- Bylaw 2024-18 – Buffalo Trail North Area Structure Plan
- Request to Cancel Tax Penalties for Lot 31, Block 1, Plan 8020711 in NE 22-56-11-W4
- County Owned Lands for Lease by Tender
- Regional Housing Inventory & Needs Assessment: Award
Public Works
The Public Works committee is meeting to discuss various administrative updates and regional requests. Key items include a proposed bylaw for a road allowance license and updates regarding the Lakeland Cross Country Ski Club.
- Bylaw 2024-16: Request to License Undeveloped Road Allowance between NW-SW-NE-SE 6-57-4-W4
- Lakeland Cross Country Ski Club time sensitive work requests and proposed new agreement
- Q3 Strategic Plan 2024 updates
- Municipal Electricity Generation Program
- North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance (NSWA) annual request
Organizational Meeting
The County of St. Paul held an organizational meeting to reappoint Councillor Maxine Fodness as Deputy Reeve and approve committee appointments and remuneration rates for the upcoming year.
- Reappointed Councillor Maxine Fodness as Deputy Reeve
- Approved committee appointments for Agricultural Services, Fire Protection, and Library Boards
- Set councillor remuneration: Reeve $2869.20/month, Deputy Reeve $2473.20/month
- Set meeting rates: Committee meetings $209, virtual meetings $209
- Appointed Zan Reilly to the County Library Board
Council Meeting 1
The St. Paul No. 19 County Council will discuss several new business items, including a proposed levy increase for the Northern Lights Library System, a regional governance services contract, and a waste hauling and collection agreement. The meeting also includes a second and third reading of Bylaw 2023‑15 ASP for Elk Point Airport, and updates on budget timing and public works scheduling.
- Northern Lights Library System – levy increase proposal
- Regional Governance Services – service contract proposal
- Waste Hauling and Collection – new agreement
- Elk Point Airport – Bylaw 2023‑15 ASP, 2nd and 3rd reading
- Budget discussion dates and Public Works meeting start time consideration
Public Works
The Public Works Council will consider appointing a Development Authority and discuss several support items, including an electricity renewal project, a sponsorship request, and a grant application. Updates on the Town of St. Paul Fire Services agreement and reports from the Directors of Public Works and Community Services will also be presented.
- 8.2 Appointment of Development Authority
- 8.3 8760 Group – Electricity Renewal
- 8.6 Regional Fire Services Training Program Grant Application – Letter of Support
- 8.8 RMHC Winterland Invitational Sponsorship Request 2025
- 8.9 Heinsburg Community Hall – Contribution for New Tables
Agricultural Service Board
The agenda contains no listed items; only standard meeting framework is present.
The Agricultural Service Board approved its 2025 Strategic Plan, directing staff to use it in service and planning discussions. The board also tabled a Clean Farms decision pending research, and directed staff to gather information on several programs including an Ag Bylaw and Right to Repair.
- Approved 2025 ASB Strategic Plan (moved by Dean Smith, carried)
- Tabled Clean Farms decision; directed admin to contact MD of Bonnyville and Two Hills County about bagging machines
- Directed LARA to investigate funding for grain bag roller
- Directed staff to gather info on Ag Bylaw feasibility
- Directed staff to gather info on On Farm Efficiency Program
- Directed staff to pursue info on Right to Repair
- Approved June 18, 2024 minutes (ASB20240913.1001)
- Accepted LARA presentation as information (ASB20240913.1003)
Council Meeting 1
The County of St. Paul No. 19 Council will meet on September 10, 2024, to discuss procedural items, financial updates, and public delegations. The meeting includes reviews of fire invoices, updates on financial assistance requests, and discussions on new business such as grants and rezoning proposals.
- Review of Fire Invoices #98467 and #97812
- St. Paul Special Olympics - Financial Assistance Request - Update
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-11: Rezoning from A to IR
- 2024 Canada Community Building Fund (CCBF) - MOA
- Stoney Lake Community Association - Recreation Lease No. 129 NE 23-56-8-W4
Council held an ASB hearing regarding Richardson Ground Squirrel infestations on three parcels owned by Greg Lovell, heard testimony from the Ag Fieldman and landowner, then voted to place the lands under supervision per the Agricultural Service Board Act. Council also approved a rezoning bylaw, upheld two fire invoices, and approved several grants and agreements.
- Declared SW-4-56-6-W4, SE-4-56-6-W4, SW-3-56-6-W4 subject to ASB supervision (carried)
- Gave second and third reading to Bylaw 2024-11 rezoning Part SE 21 58 9 W4 from A to IR (carried)
- Upheld fire invoices #98467 and #97812 at $5,000 each (carried)
- Approved $500 one-time grant to St. Paul Special Olympics (carried)
- Approved CCBF Memorandum of Agreement execution (carried)
- Partnered on ACP grant for Regional Meat Processing Facility Feasibility Study (carried)
- Approved road closure of portions of Road Plans 2004CL and 084073 (carried)
- Gave third reading to Bylaw 2024-15: Garner Lake Speed Control Addition (carried)
Council Meeting 1
The County of St. Paul No. 19 Council will conduct its regular meeting on August 13, 2024, covering procedural items, financial reports, and updates on community funding requests. The agenda includes approval of past meeting minutes, bank reconciliation, and updates on items such as the Mallaig Agricultural Society financial assistance request and the County of Two Hills coldmix agreement.
- Mallaig Agricultural Society Financial Assistance Request - Update
- County of Two Hills Request for Annual Coldmix Agreement - Update
- St. Paul Search & Rescue Vehicle Repair
- 2025 ACP Grant Applications
- LRA Rodeo Finals Fundraising Opportunity - Not for Profit Organization Allocation
Public Works
The County of St. Paul No. 19 Public Works committee will meet to discuss infrastructure replacements and policy updates. The agenda includes a rezoning application and requests for financial assistance.
- Bylaw 2024-11: Rezoning from A to IR (SE 21-58-9-W4)
- Lottie Lake Infrastructure Replacement
- Bylaw 2024-13 Unsightly Premises Bylaw
- St. Paul Child Care Society request for financial assistance
- County of Two Hills request for Annual Coldmix Agreement
Council Meeting 1
The County Council will meet to review various business items, including grant applications and municipal requests. The agenda includes several delegations and reports on financial matters.
- 2024 CCBF Grant Application
- Mallaig School Day Care Centre
- e-Scribe Software Module Upgrade Request
- Waste Management RFQ Results
- Ashmont Rescue Tools Request to Purchase
Public Works
The Public Works body will review several items including a public hearing for a rezoning request. The agenda also covers speed limit recommendations for Laurier Lake and various community requests.
- Public Hearing Bylaw 2024-09 - Rezoning Lot 1A Plan 9020405
- Speed Limit - Laurier Lake Recommendations - Bylaw 2024-12
- MD of Bonnyville - ASP Chickenhill Lake - Public Hearing
- County of Two Hills Request for Purchase of Coldmix
- Beaver Reduction Incentive Program Policy
Agricultural Service Board
The County of St. Paul No. 19 Agricultural Service Board scheduled a meeting for June 18, 2024. The provided document contains only system placeholders and empty fields. No rezonings, contracts, ordinances, or public hearings are listed for discussion or decision.
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Council Meeting 1
The County Council will meet to discuss various business items including local government fiscal frameworks and public works planning. The agenda includes updates on gravel crushing, requests for waste bins and gravel, and several sponsorship or foundation requests.
- MOA Approval for Local Government Fiscal Framework Capital/Operating Programs
- Public Works Meeting and Strategic Plan discussions
- Gravel Delivery Agreement - Government Frameworks Form
- Ashmont Legion Cold Mix Request
- Haying in the 30's - Request for Waste Bins and Gravel
Public Works
The Public Works body will review several new business items including a rezoning bylaw and various property requests. The agenda also includes discussions on software proposals, grant requests, and park equipment.
- Bylaw 2024-09: Rezoning Lot 1A Plan 9020405
- Land Purchase Request NE 27-57-8-W4
- Mann Lake Golf Course - 2024 Grant Request
- Email Cyber Security Software Proposal
- Quotes for Park Equipment
Council Meeting 1
The County Council will discuss several items including a 5-year capital and operational budget, road closures, and various policy updates. The agenda also includes discussions on agricultural services, equipment sales, and community requests.
- Road Closure Bylaw 2022-01: NW22-55-4-W4 Nuisance Grounds Plan 1624ET
- Road Closure Bylaw 2022-21: Mallaig Subdivision - Plan 1005E0
- Agricultural Services Board Bylaw (2nd & 3rd Reading)
- 5-Year Capital & Operational Budget discussion
- Opening of sealed bids for equipment items for sale
Public Works
The Public Works body will discuss the 2024 operating and capital budget, several bylaws, and various community requests. The meeting includes a public hearing for Bylaw 2024-04 Owlseye and multiple delegations.
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-04 Owlseye
- Agricultural Services Board Bylaw 2024-08
- Tax Rate Bylaw 2024-06
- Landowner Request for Compensation - Cancellation of Road Plan 8521427
- Development Permit AA - 2024, Santech Diesel
Council Meeting 1
The County Council is meeting to discuss various business items including land supervision, infrastructure updates, and community requests. The agenda includes discussions on borrowing bylaws, playground equipment replacement, and several upcoming local events.
- Hearing for Land Supervision as per ASB Recommendation
- Borrowing Bylaw 2024-05 and Proposed Local Improvement Tax Plan update
- Westcove Playground Equipment Replacement
- Cold Mix Tender Award
- X10 Technologies Proposal for KnowBe4 Security Awareness Training
Public Works
The County of St. Paul Public Works committee will consider several tender awards for roadside mowing, spraying, and bridge repair. The agenda also includes discussions on waste bin fees for community groups and a new fee schedule bylaw. A presentation from STARS is scheduled.
- BF6873 Bridge Collapse Project tender award
- 2024 Oiling Scopes approval
- Waste bin fees discussion for community groups
- Roadside mowing and spraying tender awards
- 2024-07 Fee Schedule Bylaw
Council Meeting 1
The County of St. Paul Council is reviewing proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2023-26. The meeting also includes discussions regarding waste bin fees and a request from Owlseye to purchase portions of Railway Avenue.
- Proposed amendments to Land Use Bylaw 2023-26
- Discussion of community group submissions for waste bin fee reconsideration
- Request by Owlseye to purchase parts of Railway Avenue and First Street East
- Approval of 2024 oiling scopes
- Update on the 2024-05 Borrowing Bylaw
Public Works
The County of St. Paul Public Works committee will discuss the 2024-05 Borrowing Bylaw and a scope change request for the Moosehills Project. The agenda also includes reviews of corridor regulations, oiling scopes, and Batty Lake public access.
- 2024-05 Borrowing Bylaw
- Moosehills Project tender and scope change request
- Corridor Regulation Bylaw review
- Batty Lake public access discussion
- Oiling scopes
Agricultural Service Board
The provided document contains only software interface elements and structural headers for the County of St. Paul No. 19 Agricultural Service Board meeting on February 21, 2024. There are no specific topics, motions, or decisions recorded in this text.
Council Meeting 1
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding Bylaw 2023-26 land use amendments. The agenda also includes discussions on landowner compensation and fire plan integration with Elk Point.
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2023-26 LUB Amendments
- Landowner Request for Compensation at SW 36-57-8-W4
- Merging Town of Elk Point under the Joint Quality Management Fire Plan
- Property Assessment and Tax Notice review for Roll# 1071408
- Review of Fire Call Invoice #95330
🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Public Works
The Public Works body will review several new business items including road cancellations and agreements. The agenda also includes resident delegations regarding general concerns and wind turbines.
- Mantle Materials Group Ltd. agreement on NW 16-56-7-W4 & SW 21-56-7-W4
- Awarding of fire truck purchase
- Road Cancellation - Road Plan 4541EO in West 1/2 36-57-8-W4
- Road Cancellation - Road Plan 852 1427 in East 1/2 2-58-8-W4
- Encroachment Application Appeal for Vincent Lake
Council Meeting 1
The County of St. Paul Council is meeting to conduct a public hearing for rezoning Bylaw 2023-19. The agenda includes discussions regarding water and wastewater infrastructure replacement in Lottie Lake, Ashmont, and Mallaig. Additionally, the council will review various policy updates and committee appointments.
- Public hearing for rezoning Bylaw 2023-19
- Infrastructure replacement project for Lottie Lake, Ashmont, and Mallaig
- Moosehills Road WSP proposal review
- Chamber of Commerce 2024 funding request
- Fee Schedule Bylaw 2023-24 update