St. Paul public meetings in 2024
58 substantive meetings from 2024, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including updates on the Rodeo Parade, Dog Park Survey, and Outdoor Rink at Lagasse Park. The agenda is largely procedural, with no new business listed, and includes adoption of the agenda and previous minutes, plus department reports from parks, aquatic centre, and golf course staff.
- Rodeo Parade update
- Dog Park Survey discussion
- Outdoor Rink Update at Lagasse Park
- Parks and Facilities Report by Daryll Peters
- Aquatic Centre Report by Rob Simons
Regular Council
The St. Paul Town Council is meeting to decide on several key items, including the 2025 interim operating and capital budget, the 2025 meeting schedule, and the second and third readings of the election procedures bylaw. They will also consider a request to fund new fire rescue tools and a community grant request. The agenda includes routine items like adopting minutes and receiving reports.
- Approve up to $20,000 from the Joint Use Fire Reserve Account for new battery-operated rescue tools (total project cost $94,277)
- Pass Bylaw 2024-12: Election Procedures (2nd & 3rd/final readings) for the 2025 municipal election
- Review and approve the 2025 interim operating & capital budget, including 3-year operating and 5-year capital plans
- Consider a community grant funding request under policy CS1200-09
- Decide on requests for letters of support for Alberta's Lakeland DMO and U15 Female Provincial Hockey Championship
Special Council
At this special meeting, the Town of St. Paul Council will consider and potentially approve the 2025 Operating Budget and 2025 Capital Budget. The operating budget scenarios start with a net surplus of $5,559 based on a 3% tax increase, with options to adjust expenses or revenues. The meeting also includes a closed session under Section 197 of the Municipal Government Act.
- 2025 Operating Budget with 3% tax increase scenario, net surplus $5,559
- 2025 Capital Budget
- Closed meeting session (Section 197 MGA)
- Property tax revenues: residential $4,893,943, non-residential $3,198,722
- Council remuneration budgets for individual councillors
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to handle routine business, including adopting the agenda and previous minutes, and receiving the director's report. The main item of discussion is a new proposal for a Youth Coordinator position. The board will also note the holiday office closure and set the next meeting date.
- FCSS Youth Coordinator Proposal
- Holiday office closure Dec 23 2024 - Jan 1 2025
- Next meeting January 21, 2024
St. Paul Municipal Library Board AGM
The St. Paul Municipal Library Board is meeting to discuss security camera options and e-transfer/Interac payment methods, along with routine reports and new business like holiday hours and Food for Fines. The agenda includes financial reports and a plan of service progress update.
- Security camera options: dummy cameras, wireless battery cameras ($120-$390), wired systems ($250-$1500), and quotes from Eyetech Solutions ($2,766.68) and Precision Protection Services ($2,782.50)
- Payment method options: e-transfer ($0), Moneris, Clover, Square with varying setup and transaction fees
- Holiday hours for December 2024
- Food for Fines program
- Election of officers
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on November 25, 2024, will consider several items, including first readings of two bylaws: one on election procedures and another on assessment of manufactured homes in communities. Council will also review department reports, a variance report, and a community grant funding policy, and will hold a closed session to discuss a land agreement.
- First reading of Bylaw 2024-12: Election Procedures
- First reading of Bylaw 2024-13: Assessment of Designated Manufactured Homes in a Manufactured Home Community
- Revisions to HR 122-02: Hours of Work & Rest Policy
- October 2024 Variance Report briefing
- Closed session: Land Agreement (Section 16 of FOIP)
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will discuss revisions to the Council Code of Conduct Bylaw, the Election Procedure Bylaw, and the Procedural Bylaw, with feedback welcome before sending to legal counsel. They will also consider a revised Hours of Work & Rest Policy. The meeting includes a closed session.
- Revised Council Code of Conduct Bylaw 2024-XX, including communication protocols and conflict of interest definitions
- Revised Election Procedure Bylaw 2024-XX
- Procedural Bylaw 2020-02 changes, including meeting extensions and Deputy Mayor rotation
- HR 122-02: Hours of Work & Rest Policy revisions
- Voter ID Bylaw rescinded with Bill 20 (Oct 31, 2024)
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will discuss updates on cameras at the Tourism/Trout Pond staging area, a proposed outdoor rink at Lagasse Park, an outdoor sport court proposal, internet services at Iron Horse Campground, and the town's Communities in Bloom national award. Department reports on parks, aquatic centre, and golf course will also be presented.
- Outdoor Rink - Lagasse Park location
- OTJ - Outdoor Sport Court Proposal
- Internet Services - Iron Horse Campground
- Communities in Bloom - National Award (5 Blooms - Silver)
- Cameras - Tourism/Trout Pond Staging area - update
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on November 12, 2024, includes a public hearing/delegation from Portage College's CALP Newcomer Support program, followed by several requests for decisions. Key items include the 2025 capital and operating budget, residential water meters, a regional housing inventory and needs assessment award, and a request for support on a feasibility study for the Windsor Salt Lindbergh site. The council will also consider acquiring a trailer for St. Paul Regional FCSS, a community grant funding request, and planning for the 2025 municipal election.
- 2025 Capital and Operating Budget
- Residential Water Meters
- Regional Housing Inventory & Needs Assessment: Award
- NRED Application - Windsor Salt Lindbergh Site - Request for Support on Feasibility Study
- Acquire Trailer: St. Paul Regional FCSS
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on October 28, 2024, will consider adoption of the previous meeting's minutes, receive department reports from FCSS, finance, planning, protective services, utilities, OH&S, and parks, and make decisions on a North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance request and the September 2024 variance report. The agenda also includes a request for a letter of support for a regional tourism grant and a closed session. Most items are routine administrative updates and reports.
- Request for decision: North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance
- Request for decision: September 2024 Variance Report
- Request for letter of support: Go East of Edmonton Regional Tourism for 2025 Travel Alberta Rural Development & Promotion Fund
- Department reports from FCSS, CFO, Planning, Protective Services, Utilities, OH&S, Parks & Recreation
- Closed meeting session under Municipal Government Act Section 197
Organizational
The Town of St. Paul Council is holding an organizational meeting to handle routine administrative appointments and scheduling. They will decide on appointing three law firms as solicitors, appointing JMD Group LLP as auditors, and approving the 2025 meeting schedule, which includes municipal election dates. The agenda also includes setting the 2025 Annual General Meeting date and appointing committee representatives.
- Appoint Brownlee LLP, Reynolds Mirth Richards & Farmer LLP, and Alberta Counsel as solicitors
- Appoint JMD Group LLP Chartered Accountants as auditors (2023 audit fees: $39,900 town, $2,625 library, $2,625 FCSS)
- Approve 2025 meeting schedule, including municipal election dates (nomination open Jan 2, election day Oct 20)
- Set 2025 Annual General Meeting for April 17 at 7:00 p.m.
- Appoint council members to 2024/2025 committees
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will review the fees, cancellations, and refunds policy, discuss the Kinsmen Park playground, and consider seasonal closures of facilities like the Iron Horse Campground and golf course. New business includes a green community building program, an RCMP Musical Ride, and a pressure vessel replacement at Clancy Arena. The board will also receive department reports on parks, aquatic centre, campground, and golf course operations.
- Fees Schedule Review (PR 1201-13)
- Kinsmen Park Playground
- Seasonal closures: Iron Horse Campground, Overnight Campground, Golf Course
- Community Energy Conservation Program - St. Paul Curling Club contribution
- Clancy Arena - Pressure Vessel Replacement
Regular Council
Council will hear presentations from MLA Scott Cyr, STARS (requesting $11,750 for 2025), and a Municipal Development Plan (MDP) update workshop. They will also decide on several items including a library board bylaw, election orientation, community grant funding, a fees policy, an RCMP Musical Ride request, an ICF extension, and a Clancy Richard Arena retrofit project.
- STARS funding request: $11,750 fixed rate for 2025
- Municipal Development Plan (MDP) project kick-off and scope of work
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-09
- PR 1201-13: Fees, Cancellations & Refunds Policy
- Green and Inclusive Community Buildings Program: Clancy Richard Arena Retrofit Project
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to discuss old business, including FCSSAA conference attendance, and to review the FCSS Director's Report. Under new business and correspondence, the board will consider two resolutions for the FCSSAA Annual General Meeting: one advocating for continued provincial funding to address food security, and a special resolution to amend FCSSAA bylaws to extend board member terms to two years. The meeting is largely procedural, with the substantive items being the review of these resolutions.
- Resolution 2024-01: FCSSAA to advocate for maintaining Government of Alberta funding for food security, citing $20 million dedicated from 2022-2024
- Special resolution to amend FCSSAA bylaws: extend board member terms from one to two years, with President term limit of six years
- Discussion of FCSSAA conference attendance (old business)
- FCSS Director's Report (administration item)
- Next meeting date to be determined
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on September 23, 2024, includes adoption of previous minutes, department reports, and requests for decisions. Council will decide on waiving a Land Use Bylaw amendment fee and on sending members to the FCSSAA Conference. The agenda also includes a variance report briefing, correspondence, and a closed session for a joint fire agreement and a regional FCSS director vacancy.
- Request to waive Land Use Bylaw Amendment Fee
- FCSSAA Conference: November 13-15, 2024
- August 2024 Variance Report briefing
- Letter from Northern Lights Library System regarding 2025 budget and levy increase
- Closed session: Joint Fire Agreement and Regional FCSS Director Vacancy
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is meeting to discuss and potentially update the Fees, Cancellations and Refunds Policy, along with other items like sound-dampening solutions for pickleball courts, a community energy conservation program for the curling rink, and updates on various facility projects. The board will also receive department reports on parks, aquatic centre, and golf course operations.
- Review of PR1202-13: Fees, Cancellations and Refunds Policy
- Pickleball court sound dampening fence cover solutions at Kinsmen Courts
- Community Energy Conservation Program for St. Paul Curling Rink
- ATM installation at recreation facility
- ACFA Monument at Lagasse Park
St. Paul Municipal Library Board
The St. Paul Municipal Library Board is meeting to review and potentially update its bylaws, including fees and fines, and to discuss the 2025 draft budget. They will also consider security camera options, e-transfer payment options, and recent changes to the Libraries Act. The meeting includes standard reports from the chair, manager, and committee representatives.
- Bylaw review with marked changes, including fee schedule updates (e.g., program room rental increased to $30/hour, $100/half-day, $200/day)
- 2025 Library Budget Draft for review and wage breakdown
- Security measures: camera options for review
- E-Transfer/Interac options for review
- Libraries Act update: library legislation amendments 2024
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board is meeting to approve grant funding for a past FASD Awareness Event, discuss a new Youth Council Leadership Bursary, and review strategic and succession planning. The board will also consider attendance at an upcoming FCSSAA conference. The meeting includes routine adoption of agenda and minutes.
- Approval of grant funding for FASD Awareness Event held September 5
- Discussion of St Paul Youth Council Leadership Bursary
- Strategic Planning Review
- Succession Planning with CAO Steven Jeffery attending
- FCSSAA Conference November 13-15, 2024 attendance availability
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is meeting with two delegations: the St. Paul Detachment Leadership Team and CORVUS Business Advisors, who will present an introduction to offsite levies. The council will also discuss items in a closed session. No decisions are listed on the agenda.
- Delegation from St. Paul Detachment Leadership Team at 6:00 p.m.
- CORVUS Business Advisors presentation on offsite levies at 6:45 p.m.
- Closed meeting session under Section 197 of the Municipal Government Act
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul council will hold a public hearing on Bylaw 2024-10, which proposes to allow electronic signs in the Institutional District, changing them from 'Not Allowed' to 'Permitted Use'. The council will also consider several requests for decisions, including community grant funding, conference participation, and an airport pavement rehabilitation award. The meeting includes adoption of previous minutes and closed session items.
- Public hearing for Bylaw 2024-10: Land Use Bylaw Amendment to allow electronic signs in Institutional District
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-09
- Power Up North Conference: October 8-10, 2024
- Regional Participation: Edmonton Boat & Sportsmen Show
- St. Paul Airport Pavement Rehabilitation Award
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul council will hold its regular meeting on August 26, 2024, with several key items for decision. They will consider final readings of the Water and Sewer Bylaw 2024-11, an amendment to the Public Works fee schedule, and the formation of a Water Commission Steering Committee. The council will also receive briefings on the water supply agreement renewal, revised transfer station hours, and an off-site levies presentation.
- Bylaw 2024-11: Water and Sewer (2nd/3rd & Final Readings)
- Policy PW 1703-02: Schedule of Fees and Charges - Public Works (Amendment)
- Water Commission Steering Committee
- Water Supply Agreement Next Steps (St. Paul/Elk Point Commission contract renewal)
- Transfer Station: Revised Hours of Operation
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on August 12, 2024, will consider several decisions, including first readings of bylaws amending the Land Use Bylaw for the Institutional District and updating Water and Sewer regulations. Council will also decide on a $1,500 rodeo cleanup grant for the St. Paul Ukrainian Dance Club, community grant funding requests, and the 2025 Alberta Community Partnership Grant applications. The agenda includes briefings on financial variance reports and a closed session for items related to personal privacy and law enforcement.
- First reading of Bylaw 2024-10: Land Use Bylaw Amendment to Institutional District
- First reading of Bylaw 2024-11: Water and Sewer
- Approve St. Paul Ukrainian Dance Club for 2024 LRA Rodeo Clean Up ($1,500)
- Community Grant Funding requests under CS1200-09 (2024 budget $15,000)
- Alberta Community Partnership Grant Applications 2025
Regular Council
The St. Paul Regular Council meeting on July 22, 2024, will consider two requests for decisions: attending the AB Care Conference in September 2024 and investing in the Clear Result 'Free Building 2030 Today' initiative. The agenda also includes routine adoption of minutes, department reports, and a briefing on a dog park open house. Most items are informational or procedural, with the two decision requests being the main actionable items.
- Request for Decision: AB Care Conference September 2024
- Request for Decision: Clear Result 'Invest Free Building 2030 Today'
- Briefing: Dog Park Open House Report
- Adoption of July 8, 2024 Regular Council minutes
- Correspondence: Grand openings of Aspen Hills Denture Clinic and No Frills
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board will hear delegations from the Lakeland Lacrosse Association about starting a lacrosse program and from Kevin Hovelkamp/Dave Shankowski about Kinsmen Courts. They will also receive updates on Canada Day, the dog park project, and department reports for parks, aquatic centre, golf course, and campgrounds. The agenda includes routine adoption of minutes and reports, with no new business listed.
- Delegation at 7:05 p.m.: Lakeland Lacrosse Association (Amanda Mudryk & Mike Groves) on starting a lacrosse association
- Delegation at 7:30 p.m.: Kinsmen Courts update (Kevin Hovelkamp / Dave Shankowski)
- Canada Day post-event update
- Dog park update — Town working with Colliers; possible July open house
- Golf course year-to-date revenue $486,553.13 (2024) vs $441,471.53 (2023)
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will review Proposed Bylaw 2024-09 regarding water and sewer services. The meeting also includes a briefing on property tax collection and a discussion regarding the Clancy Arena closing date.
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-09: Water and Sewer (2nd and 3rd readings)
- St. Paul Jr. Canadiens Clancy Arena closing date discussion
- Property tax collection briefing
- Request for letter of support for St. Paul District STEAM Society
- Closed meeting regarding land disclosure and a resident noise complaint
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will meet to consider a first reading of Bylaw 2024-09 regarding water and sewer, and review a community grant funding request. The meeting also includes various department reports and a briefing on a proposed dog park open house.
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-09: Water and Sewer (1st Reading)
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-09
- Dog Park Open House briefing
- 2024 ARPA Conference request for decision
- MS Golf Tournament team and hole sponsorship request
St. Paul Municipal Library Board
The St. Paul Municipal Library Board is meeting to conduct a review of library bylaws and discuss a photocopy cost breakdown. The agenda also includes discussions regarding library succession planning and public computer usage policies.
- Bylaw review
- Photocopy cost breakdown
- Library succession planning
- Public computer usage policy and agreement form
- Financial report and budget tracker review
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission tabled a development permit for a change of use at 5038-45 Avenue. The application seeks to convert an existing dwelling into a group care home. The Commission requires the developer to comply with variance policies and consult owners within 50 meters.
- Development Permit No. 017-24: Change of use for 5038-45 Avenue to a group care home
- Requirement for developer to comply with Policy PD 1703-01: Variance Application Request Policy
- Requirement to consult owners within 50m of the property
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The board is reviewing updates on the dog park project, the outdoor rink, and the Lacrosse Association start-up. Department reports cover maintenance at the golf course, the aquatic centre, and Clancy Arena.
- Dog park location discussions including Lagasse, Elks, and Kendelstick Parks
- Lacrosse Association start-up discussion
- Clancy Arena exterior and interior painting
- Golf course cart path paving and green repairs
- Aquatic Centre security door quote
Regular Council
The Council will discuss awarding a $70,000 contract to ISL Engineering & Land Services Ltd. for a Municipal Development Plan update. They will also review the status of the Secondary Suites Housing Incentive Program following its conclusion in April 2024.
- Awarding Municipal Development Plan project to ISL Engineering & Land Services Ltd. for up to $70,000
- Update on the Secondary Suites Housing Incentive Program
- Presentation by Mannawanis Native Friendship Centre regarding a 24-month gender-based violence project
- Discussion of the Amazon Delivery Outpost correspondence
- Review of the RCMP Safe Exchange Zone Program letter
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board will review the Director's report and discuss old business regarding the Northeast Spring Gathering. The board will also consider requests for the Community Connector Trailer for specific dates in August and September.
- Northeast Spring Gathering update
- Community Connector Trailer request for August 2-5
- Community Connector Trailer request for September 13-14
- FCSS Director's Report
Regular Council
The Council will review requests for a water diversion increase and a transfer station agreement extension. The meeting includes presentations from Accurate Assessment Group Ltd. and Portage College.
- Request for decision: Water Diversion Increase
- Request for decision: Transfer Station Agreement Extension
- Request for decision: 2024 LRA Joint Rodeo Supper & Post Rodeo Performance Clean Up
- Request for decision: Community Grant Funding Request
- Public hearing: 2023 Assessment Presentation by Accurate Assessment Group Ltd.
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Board is reviewing 2024 community grant funding requests and updates on local facilities. Discussions include progress on golf course repairs, the dog park, and upcoming Canada Day celebrations.
- Review of 2024 Community Grant Funding with $7,950 in cash remaining
- Golf course cart path paving scheduled after the May long weekend
- Canada Day 2024 event scheduled for July 1 with a vendor market
- Update on the St. Paul Golf Club entrance signage concept
- Report on the Iron Horse campground opening for the summer
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will hold a public hearing regarding land use bylaw amendments for the Controlled Urban Development District. Council is also scheduled to consider the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw and an assessment complaint fee bylaw.
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-07: Land Use Bylaw Amendments (Controlled Urban Development District)
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-06: 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw (2nd, 3rd, and Final Reading)
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-08: Assessment Complaint Fee (2nd and 3rd/Final Readings)
- Community Grant Funding Requests
- Evergreen Regional Waste Management Services Commission ACP Grant Application
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The board is reviewing updates on golf course maintenance, security camera installations, and upcoming seasonal openings. Discussions include the status of the dog park, playground grants, and campground management.
- Security camera updates for CAP, Clancy, Aquatic Centre, Golf Clubhouse, Skate Park, and Trout Pond
- Tourism Centre and Iron Horse Campground scheduled to open May 15
- Golf course maintenance including cart path paving and tee box repair
- Grant applications for playground resurfacing and an Alberta Healthy Aging mobility vehicle
- Golf Pro Shop year-to-date revenue of $193,983 for 2024
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will review the 2024 operating and capital budgets and consider the 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding a land use amendment for 5509-46 Street.
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-04: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for 5509-46 Street
- 2024 Operating Budget review
- 2024 Capital Budget review
- Bylaw 2024-06: 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw (1st Reading)
- Bylaw 2024-08: Assessment Complaint Fee (1st Reading)
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission approved a development permit to change the use of an existing building's second floor into up to 10 apartment units. The commission also discussed a follow-up regarding a registered letter sent to a property owner at Lot 4, Block 13, Plan 4751BF.
- Approved Development Permit No. 010-24 for 10-unit apartments at 4928-50 Avenue
- Permitted gravel parking lot for the 4928-50 Avenue development
- Decided to take no further action regarding the registered letter for Lot 4, Block 13, Plan 4751BF
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board will hold a meeting to review the Director's report and discuss the NE Zone Regional Meeting in Lac St. Anne County. The agenda also includes information regarding the FCSSAA Board Meeting highlights from March 22, 2024.
- FCSS Directors Report
- NE Zone Regional Meeting in Lac St. Anne County
- FCSSAA Board Meeting highlights from March 22, 2024
Special Council
The Special Council meeting will focus on decisions regarding the 2024 Draft Operating Budget and the 2024 Draft Capital Budget. The provided financial documents detail year-to-date actual costs and budgeted revenues across various municipal departments.
- 2024 Draft Operating Budget decision
- 2024 Draft Capital Budget decision
- Municipal Residential Property Tax budget of $4,848,648
- Non-Residential Property Tax budget of $3,105,812
- ASFF School Tax budget of $1,840,410
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole will review the 2024 draft operating and capital budgets. The meeting also includes updates on a land purchase agreement with North-East Muni-Corr Ltd. and reports on occupational health and safety.
- Review of 2024 Draft Operating Budget
- Review of 2024 Draft Capital Budget
- Update on purchase agreement for Area 3 (1.47 acres) and Area 13 (2.47 acres) via North-East Muni-Corr Ltd.
- OH&S report including 2023 incident recap and 2024 WCB rate updates
- Community interactions overview by Acting Detachment Commander Colleen Skyrpan
St. Paul Municipal Library Board
The Board is discussing updates to the investment policy and reviewing the end of a printer lease contract. The meeting also includes reports on library circulation, website development, and service plan progress.
- Review of investment policy regarding surplus funds
- Discussion of printer lease expiration and potential extension or refurbished replacement
- Bylaw review and update
- Update on DVD storage system transition starting in April
- Report on new website launch planned for late April
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will review a proposed Fire Services Bylaw and land use amendments for the Controlled Urban Development District. The meeting also includes a presentation on 2023 audited financials and a proposal from Lakeland Connect regarding community engagement statistics.
- Proposed Bylaw 2024: Fire Services Bylaw (Second & Third Readings)
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-07: Land Use Bylaw Amendments to the Controlled Urban Development District (1st Reading)
- 2023 Audited Financials presentation by JMD Group LLP
- Community Grant Funding Request review
- AIRmarket Proposal – Airport Partners Network iART Alliance
Municipal Planning Commission
The Municipal Planning Commission discussed a development permit for a repair shop at 5606-57 Street. The Commission requested that Administration prepare a Land Use Bylaw amendment to add specific automotive repair shop definitions as discretionary uses. They also requested a zoning confirmation for a specific lot.
- Development Permit No. 051-23 for a repair shop at 5606-57 Street
- Proposed Land Use Bylaw amendment for Automotive and Equipment Repair Shop definitions
- Request for zoning confirmation of Lot 4, Block 13, Plan 4751BF
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will review a land use bylaw amendment for 5509-46 Street and a new Fire Services Bylaw. The meeting also includes reports from various department directors and a request for community grant funding.
- Bylaw 2024-04: Rezoning 5509-46 Street from Controlled Urban Development to Institutional District
- Bylaw 2024-05: Fire Services Bylaw (1st Reading)
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-09
- February 2024 Variance Report briefing
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The board is reviewing community grant funding updates and various department reports. Discussions include playground grant applications, golf course staffing, and aquatic centre updates.
- Community Grant Funding: $10,500 in cash remaining from $15,000 allocation
- Grant applications for playground, playground resurfacing, and a mobility vehicle
- Clancy Richard Arena: Extension of closing date to April 12, 2024
- Golf Course: Hiring of a new maintenance mechanic
- St. Paul Aquatic Centre: Report on increased public swim and lesson attendance
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board will review the Director's Report and discuss a sponsorship request for FASD Camp. The meeting also includes information regarding a meeting with MLA Scott Cyr.
- FASD Camp Sponsorship Request
- Information regarding meeting with MLA Scott Cyr
- MAL Board member term of service
St. Paul Municipal Library Board
The St. Paul Municipal Library Board is meeting to review 2023 annual statistics and financial reports. The board will also discuss new business regarding a printer lease and a policy for using the library's surplus funds.
- Discussion of printer lease options including Ricoh, Sharp, and MPC models
- Review of policy on Library's surplus fund usage
- Presentation of 2023 Annual Report and 2023 Patron Survey results
- Review of Financial Report and Budget Tracker
- Update on DVD storage and upcoming spring book sale
Regular Council
The Town Council will review requests for community grant funding and consider purchasing new municipal finance software. The meeting also includes a presentation of the 2023 St. Paul Municipal Library Annual Report.
- Request for decision on Municipal Finance Software
- Community Grant Funding Requests
- St. Paul Municipal Library 2023 Annual Report presentation
- FCSS Advisory Board MAL for the Town of St. Paul request
- Media Access Survey Results briefing
Regular Council
The Town Council will review several requests for decisions, including two proposed bylaws regarding subdivision authority and corridor use. The meeting also includes department reports and a discussion on community grant funding.
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-02: Subdivision Authority (2nd/3rd & Final Readings)
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-03: Regulating use of the North East Muni-Corr Ltd. Corridor
- Community Grant Funding Request under CS1200-09
- Write-Off Tax Roll 2372
- SWANA Convention 2024
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The Parks and Recreation Advisory Board is reviewing several new business items including an outdoor rink bid and a regional trails tourism master plan. The meeting also includes updates on the Clancy Arena retrofit program and the Aquatic Centre schedule.
- Clancy Arena Retrofit Program application for Green and Inclusive Community Building Program
- Outdoor Rink Bid discussion
- Regional Trails Tourism Master Plan online surveys and mapping tool
- Minor Hockey Banners for Clancy Arena
- Aquatic Centre schedule update and programming discussion
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board will meet to review the Director's report and discuss new business. The meeting includes a discussion regarding grant funding intended to support volunteers and seniors.
- FCSS grant funding to support volunteers and seniors
- FCSS Directors Report
- FCSSAA Board Meeting Highlights
Regular Council
The St. Paul Council will hold a public hearing regarding a land use bylaw amendment for 5130-45 Avenue. The meeting also includes requests for decisions on the 2024 capital budget and several regional participation items.
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2024-01 to rezone 5130-45 Avenue to Institutional District
- 2024 Capital Budget request for decision
- Bylaw 2024-02: Subdivision Authority (1st Reading)
- Bylaw 2024-03: Regulating use of the North East Muni-Corr Ltd. Corridor (1st Reading)
- Merging Town of Elk Point under the Joint Fire QMP
St. Paul Municipal Library Board
The Board is reviewing the 2023 Annual Report, patron survey results, and the 2023 NLLS membership survey. Members will also discuss the 2024 'Food For Fines' program and review progress on the library's service plan.
- Review of 2023 Annual Report and patron survey results
- Discussion of 2024 Food For Fines program
- Service Plan Progress Report review
- Update on DVD storage system changes
- Financial report and budget tracker review
Regular Council
The Town Council will consider several requests for decisions, including a land use amendment for the Mannawanis Native Friendship Centre and a new advertising bylaw. The meeting also includes reports from various department directors and a presentation regarding subdivision authority services.
- Proposed Bylaw 2023-11: Advertising Bylaw (2nd/3rd & Final Readings)
- Proposed Bylaw 2024-01: Land Use Bylaw Amendment for 5130-45 Avenue
- Small Community Opportunity Fund Grant request
- Lakeland Cross Country Ski Club signage funding request
- Regional Recreation Feasibility Study discussion
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
The board will discuss updates regarding the Clancy Arena Olympia, the Alberta Scotties Provincial Tournament, and the Aquatic Center. The meeting also includes updates on the Town Member-at-Large vacancy and the Ag Society Representative position.
- Clancy Arena Olympia update
- Curling Club Alberta Scotties Provincial Tournament update
- Aquatic Center schedule and security system signage
- Family Day plans
- Town Member-at-Large vacancy update
FCSS Advisory Board
The FCSS Advisory Board will hold a meeting to conduct regular business. The agenda includes a report from the FCSS Director and the review of previous minutes.
- FCSS Directors Report
Committee of the Whole
The Committee of the Whole is reviewing a proposal to update the Municipal Development Plan (MDP) through a four-phase project. The meeting also includes discussions on the Council Code of Conduct Bylaw review and revisions to community grant and fee policies.
- Municipal Development Plan (MDP) update project with a $70,000 total budget
- Review of Draft Bylaw 2024-XX Council Code of Conduct Bylaw
- Revisions to Community Grant Funding Policy (CS 1200-09)
- Revisions to Fees, Cancellations and Refunds Policy (PR 1201-12)
Regular Council
The Town of St. Paul Council will conduct public hearings regarding proposed amendments to the Land Use Bylaw for supportive living facilities and changes to advertising and public notification. Council will also consider several policy requests including fire and municipal enforcement fee schedules and cannabis store development requirements.
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2023-10: Land Use Bylaw Text Amendments (Supportive Living Facility changes)
- Public Hearing for Bylaw 2023-11: Advertising & Public Notification
- Request for Decision: Schedule of Fees Policy for Fire Services
- Request for Decision: Schedule of Fees Policy for Municipal Enforcement
- Request for Decision: Requirements for Development Permit Applications for Cannabis Store/Facility