2016 Reeves Report
VOLUME 1, ISSUE 1 NEWSLETTER DATE
For the year ending December 31, 2016 P A G E 2 Table of Contents Introduction 3. Message from the Reeve 4. Message from the CAO 5. Lamont County Profile & Governance 6. 2016 Council Notes Features 7. North Skaro Fire 8. Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year 9. Lamont County 2030 Strategic Planning 10. 2016 Operational Facts and Stats Year At A Glance 11. Administration & Human Resources 12. Agricultural Services 13. Community Adult Learning Council 14. Emergency Services 15. Family & Community Support Services 16. Enforcement Services 17. Planning and Development 18. Economic Development 19. Public Works
Lamont County Administration Building 5303 50 avenue Lamont AB, T0B 2R0
Phone: 780-895-2233 Fax: 780-895-7404 Email: [email protected]
*Cover picture is the ASB Poster Contest 1st Place Winner, by Payton Moser Message from the Reeve P A G E 3
2016 was a challenging year in many aspects for Lamont County, across all departments, and for many residents as well. Economic Development had a slower year, with the economy only starting to recover. While there has been no new development, local industry in the County continues to operate, and the oil and gas sector has started to improve, so we can be more optimistic about the future as we move forward. The declaration of Ukrainian Cultural Heritage year, and the events planned up until September 2017, will add a welcome opportunity to celebrate our County’s history. While Public Works had a mild winter, with low snow fall, summer proved to be challenging to our staff as they worked to complete construction on RR 192. Nearly half of all construction days were spent unable to work due to rain, or draining water from the construction site. While progress was made, it was unfortunately not completed as planned, because of the summer weather. The weather also played havoc on regular maintenance activities with increased grading and patching, and approximately 30 miles of road were re-gravelled, over and above the usual gravelling program. The weather prompted the Agricultural Services Board to consider the possibility of declaring a local Agricultural Disaster, as what seemed to start out as a bumper crop deteriorated into uncertainty. With extensive summer rains, flooding and finally an early snow fall, many crops were left in the field unable to be harvested. Some neighbouring counties declared local Agricultural Disasters, but the ASB felt it was important not to prematurely declare a disaster, as doing so could cause more harm than good. The situation will be re-examined in the spring 2017, once more information is available on the balance of the crop that can be salvaged. The year was both exciting and challenging for Emergency Services. The North East Skaro fire in April was an exercise in collaboration between fire departments, municipalities, private industry, County employees and generous community volunteers, which proved that Lamont County excels in pulling together during a crisis. The effects of the fire are still being felt today, and the total financial cost is still growing, currently at $1.4 M, as the fire continues to burn in peat areas underground. Several hot spots are being monitored weekly. The renegotiation of the master fire agreements between Bruderheim, Lamont, Mundare and Andrew has been an exciting step forward in the future of Lamont County Emergency Services. With the recent 2017 addition of Chipman to the fire services agreement, the County now has a regional fire service that is enviable, province-wide. Our new regional fire service model, in addition to the opening of the local Fire Training Centre at Chipman in 2017, will put Lamont County at the forefront for the provision of fire services in this region. Council would like to thank our former County Fire Chief Randy Siemens, who retired in 2016, for his tireless efforts in moving our Emergency Services Department forward during his tenure. Council is also pleased that Family & Community Support Services (FCSS) is also operating under a regional approach with the addition of the Village of Andrew to their servicing agreement. The towns of Bruderheim and Mundare, and villages of Chipman and Andrew are now served by FCSS Lamont County Region, and see the benefits of all of their extensive programming. The Community Adult Learning Council (CALC) also continues to work with the community to provide first-rate programs and services to residents in need. Thank you to all the staff and many community volunteers who help make FCSS and CALC the successful organizations they are. Lastly, we would like to thank our CAO, Robyn Singleton, and all Lamont County staff for their tireless work and dedication to the County and its residents. We would also like to thank MLA Jessica Littlewood for her work in our region, her drive to be engaged in the community, and her continued support for our residents. As we move into a new year with a strong regional Emergency Service, increasing economic stability and supportive community services, Council and I are confident 2017 will be a successful year for Lamont County, and we would like to thank our residents for their ongoing support.
Wayne Woldanski Lamont County Reeve P A G E 4 Message from the CAO As I look back on the year that was 2016, I am struck by not only how quickly in went by, but also by the progress that was made in our county on long-standing projects. While there were certainly challenges, ratepayers can be assured that Lamont County staff always worked to the best of their abilities to accomplish the tasks required of them. The construction of Twp Rd 560 as an all-weather industrial road was a goal set for 2016; however, the County endured a very frustrating four-year process to acquire the land necessary for construction. The process included a complex study of what is necessary to improve drainage in the South Industrial Basin, the results of which are incorporated into the roadworks adjacent to land owners who have agreed to convey the necessary lands to the County. Preparation of tendering of TWP 560 is expected to go out in early 2017, with construction to follow and completion expected in 2017. The issue of St. Michael’s water has been on the county agenda for years, and is now seeing light at the end of the tunnel. In 2016 the County was awarded a grant from the Water for Life Program, a joint Federal and Provincial Government undertaking, which will cover 90% of the cost of design and construction of a water line to run from the Heartland Reservoir through to St. Michael. Construction will occur in 2017, and the line is expected to be operational in 2018. The approval of the Lamont Regional Fire Services Agreement, also a long-time-coming project, is one of the greatest achievements of 2016 for Lamont County. Regionalization will be a huge benefit for the County, firefighters, fire stations, and municipalities, saving all “The approval of involved time and money, while providing more efficient emergency response for ratepayers. the Lamont I also feel it is important to comment on the ongoing success of the Alberta Industrial Heartland Association (AIHA). The association is an integral part of economic development Regional Fire in Alberta, and Lamont County is proud to be a key stakeholder and partner in the association. We will, without a doubt, reap the benefits of our relationship with AIHA in the Services years to come. Agreement ... is A second regional relationship, the Capital Region Board (CRB), was created by then- Premier Ed Stelmach to introduce elements of regional joint planning for more than 20 one of the greatest municipalities surrounding the City of Edmonton. In 2016 the CRB reviewed and approved new land development rules that Lamont County participated in the development and achievements of approval of. The Province of Alberta announced, in December 2016, changes in membership for the CRB to only include counties bordering the City of Edmonton and urban 2016 for Lamont municipalities with a population greater than 5000 people. Effective November 2017, Lamont County will no longer be a member of the CRB. Given the distance of the County County.” from the City of Edmonton, our unique interests may be better served outside the CRB. Only time will tell. 2016 also saw the approval of the process to review and re-write the Industrial Heartland Area Structure Plan, the Lamont County Municipal Development Plan, and the Land Use Bylaw. An open house was held on the Heartland ASP, with others planned in 2017. Some sections of the Land Use Bylaw have been amended already, particularly sections on Manufactured Homes and Natural Resource Extraction. More amendments will be coming in 2017. Also coming in 2017, pursuant to the revised Municipal Government Act provisions requiring Inter-municipal Development Plans, a new IDP with the Village of Andrew is currently being developed, which will be used as a template for other agreements when adopted. As a final note, I would like to take the opportunity to thank all County staff for their continued diligence to their duties, and for ensuring Lamont County ratepayers are always treated with efficiency and respect. It is because of their work that we were able to operationally conclude 2016, despite the uncertain economy, with a budget surplus.
Robyn Singleton J.D., Q.C. Lamont County Manager Lamont County Profile & Governance P A G E 5
The Lamont County region offers a quality of life that is second to none, and full of opportunities. Our County is a vibrant and vital community that offers visitors and new residents an unforgettable experience.
As the centre of a vast agriculture and oil and gas producing region, and a part of Alberta’s Industrial Heartland, we are prospering and growing.
Lamont County has a growing rural population of 3899, in an area of 2,474 sq km (955 sq miles). It is home to three towns, two villages, and the hamlets of Star, Hilliard, St. Michael, and Wostock
Lamont County Council 2016 Division 1—Deputy Reeve Daniel Warawa Division 2—Reeve Wayne Woldanski Division 3—Councillor Roy Bryks Division 4—Councillor Roy Anaka Division 5—Councillor Robert Malica
P A G E 6 Lamont County Council Notes Key Council Moments of 2016
January Council approved entering into a contract with TAB Products of Canada to convert Lamont County’s physical records to electronic. Fees were increased for hauling drilling rigs, service rigs, and multiple legal loads from $150 to $225 to align with other counties in the province. February Fire agreements were signed between Lamont County and the towns of Bruderheim, Lamont, Mundare, and the Village of Andrew. Council approved participation in the Registered Apprentice Program. First and second readings of the Traffic Bylaw 754.15 were held, and first reading of the Dog Control Bylaw 756.16, and the Off Highway Vehicle Bylaw 757.16 were held. March Council agreed to participate in the Two Hills RCMP Joint Municipal Policing Committee. Council meets April on the 2nd Council requested that Strathcona and Fort Saskatchewan RCMP develop a joint enforcement program in the Bruderheim Natural/Recreation area. Tuesday of each Direction was given to investigate the costs associated with erecting a truck fill at or near the Heartland month at 9:30 Reservoir. A new Road Closure Policy and associated procedures were created and approved. a.m. in Council May Chambers First reading of a Borrowing Bylaw for $6 million over a 20 year term, for construction of a 10m all-weather gravel road on Twp Rd 560 between Hwy 45 and 831, was held. June Third reading of the Traffic Bylaw was held. Council agendas Second and third readings of the Borrowing Bylaw were held. and minutes are A policy for the use of Unmanned Air Vehicles (UAVs) for surveying was approved by Council. Council approved the installation of signs identifying the Willingdon, Andrew, St. Michael Rural Crime Watch available on the area. County website. August Council proclaimed September 2016-2017 to be Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year. A Fire Apparatus Safety & Maintenance Program Policy was approved. First reading of a Land Use Bylaw amendment to align the use of Manufactured Homes with Alberta Safety Codes was held. A Compliance Certificate policy was approved in order to ensure consistency and minimize risk of liability to the county. Council accepted the Bruderheim Annexation plan as proposed. September The Naming of Roads Policy was amended. Third reading of the Dog Control Bylaw was completed. A Public Participation policy was approved, which outlines the County’s approach for engaging with constituents. October A public hearing regarding amendments to the Land Use Bylaw Natural Resource Extraction was held. The Peace Officer Observer Program Policy 4203 was created, based on the EPS ride-along policy. The 2016 Centennial Scholarships were awarded to Shaelyn Whiting and Goeffry Bryks. Council approved the request to proceed with engineering for a Heartland Reservoir potable water station. November Council chose not to declare agricultural disaster at that time. As the ASB Meeting for November was canceled, the winners of the ASB poster contest were chosen. December The Village of Andrew was added to the FCSS Inter-Municipal Servicing Bylaw. Second and third readings were held on the Land Use Bylaw Natural Resource Extraction amendment. Council supported the ban on Burn Permits for the Skaro Fire area. Council approved including a confined spaces modular training system to the Fire Training Centre.
P A G E 7 2016 Feature - North East Skaro Fire On April 18, 2016, at approximately 1:13 p.m., a fire broke out north east of the Skaro Shrine, around Twp Rd 572, between RR 190 and RR 191. Initially responding to the fire was the Lamont fire station. At 1:40 p.m. the Andrew and Chipman fire stations were called to assist, as Lamont units ran out of water. Extremely dry conditions also saw a fire on the same day south of Mundare, near highway 16, attended by the Mundare and Vegreville fire stations. This second fire was brought under control by the end of the day, but by 5:00 p.m., the North East Skaro fire continued to grow, and more Lamont County fire departments, responded. A total of 46 firefighters and private contractors worked together to fight the blaze, along with other County staff. By 6:40 p.m. the fire had grown past Twp Rd 580 and west on RR 191. At 7:17 p.m. Emergency Services evacuated RRs 185, 190 and 191 north of Twp Rd 580, and a reception centre was set up at the Lamont Alliance Church for anyone who was displaced.
K&G Enterprises helps fight the fire with their By the next day, anyone between Twp Roads 572 and 582 and RR 185 and 193 were asked to not stay in the area. By 1:00 p.m., 24 hours after the water truck. fire was first reported, 15 square miles had been burned along with “The two homes and 15 outbuildings. Two fire fighters had been injured and sent to hospitals. overwhelming response from Community Spirit the community was a true Requests from the community on how they could help firefighters and residents began coming in to Lamont County Administration, as the first residents were advised to evacuate the area. example of FCSS Lamont County Region took the lead on accepting donations of water and food, as piles accumulated in the Administration Building. Countless flats of water, Gatorade, homemade cookies and cakes, and even cards Lamont County created for firefighters by kids declaring them “super heroes” were delivered. spirit” Offers of shelter, trailers and pasture for livestock and horses, clothing and other essentials continued to come in on a daily basis throughout the fire. The overwhelming response from the community was a true example of Lamont County spirit that would be mirrored on an even grander scale as over-arching Albertan spirit during the Fort McMurray wild fire, only weeks later.
By 8:00 p.m. on April 19th, it was discovered that the fire had moved into the peat east of RR 190, south of Twp Rd 580. Water bombers attempted to drown the fire out of the peat. At 8:37 p.m. the fire was declared “under control” by Emergency Services, although smoldering peat remained an issue. Because of the fire moving underground, there were multiple flare-ups in the following days, but the fire remained under control. It is expected that the peat fire could remain smoldering for years. Lamont County Emergency Services continues to watch for flare-ups in the area, and a ban on fire permits in the North East Skaro area was enacted in December 2016. The North East Skaro fire is the largest fire Lamont County has fought, consuming 20 square miles; that is larger than the fire occurring in the Bruderheim Sand Hills area in 2009. The financial toll on the County to date is over $1.4 million, not including County salaries, and continues to rise as the situation requires continual monitoring. To date financial compensation has not been provided by the province. Lamont County Emergency Services has on-going efforts in containment, and continues to clear brush from the area and to dig trenches around the burning peat, in order to get ahead of the fire and try to prevent it from spreading. A helicopter dumps water on the North East
Skaro Fire P A G E 8 2016 Feature - Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year
The Ukrainian culture is essential to the character and identity of Lamont County, and Council has made it part of their mandate to ensure this identity is acknowledged and celebrated. It is because of this commitment that the Babas and Borshch Ukrainian festival has been such a feature in the County over the past four years. As 2016 marked the 125th anniversary of Ukrainian immigration to Canada, and as Lamont County is the location of the first permanent settlement of Ukrainians, Council Proclaimed September 2016—September 2017 to be Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year. Celebrating 125 Years of Ukrainian Immigration Official Proclamation WHEREAS September 9, 2016, marks the 125th year since the arrival of the first Ukrainians to Canada; and WHEREAS the Ukrainian Bloc Settlement in East Central Alberta encompasses all of Lamont County; and WHEREAS in 1898, the first Ukrainian Greek Catholic church was built at Star, Alberta; and WHEREAS the first permanent Ukrainian settlement in Canada was in the Star/Edna area; and WHEREAS every fifth Albertan can claim Ukrainian ancestry; and WHEREAS Ukrainians have been a significant piece of the Alberta mosaic since the late 1800s, their immigration to Alberta serving as a catalyst for the formation of the province and its rapid development, NOW THEREFORE, I, Wayne Woldanski, Reeve of Lamont County, Alberta, do hereby proclaim September 2016 to September 2017 to be designated as “Lamont County Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year” and do invite all the residents of our county to celebrate this milestone with us throughout the year. The Cradle of Ukrainian Immigration in Canada In 1891 a new era began when the first Ukrainian immigrants, Wasyl Eleniak and Ivan “In 1891 a new era Pilipewsky, landed at Montreal. People from their homeland of Galicia came in large numbers to settle this part of Alberta. Wasyl Eleniak, along with his brother Peter, settled began when the in Chipman. Wasyl Eleniak farmed and raised a large family, passing at the age of 97. Ivan Pilipewsky and his family settled north of Lamont, near Star. first Ukrainian These hard-working people quickly broke the land, building sod houses with thatched immigrants, Wasyl roofs, a replica of which is found in Elk Island National Park. The nearest railway depot was at Strathcona, now South Edmonton, and the mail was distributed from Fort Eleniak and Ivan Saskatchewan. Trips through the wilderness were not uncommon and often took days, traveling by foot, ox-drawn carts or horse and buggy. Pilipewsky, landed The decedents of these Ukrainian immigrants have retained their dynamic culture and at Montreal.” customs, and still contribute to the wonderful mosaic of today’s Alberta. Celebrations in 2017 Council’s proclamation set the stage for a number of exciting events to take place in 2017. Watch the inFocus in the Lamont Leader for notice and details on the following planned events:
Farmers Appreciation Zabava—June 23 Lamont County Ukrainian History Tour—July 8 Lamont County Resident Day at Ukrainian Village– August 13 Babas and Borshch Ukrainian Festival—August 26-27 2016 Feature - 2030 Strategic Planning P A G E 9
Lamont County’s previous Strategic Plan, written for 2008-2012, is in need of renewal in order to ensure the County continues to move forward as a progressive and effective organization. The previous plan had five priorities: 1. Diversify and grow the local economy; 2.Protect and enhance the environment; 3. Follow the principles of good governance; 4. Have a socially cohesive society exhibiting strong rural values and behavior; 5. Celebrate the diversity of Lamont County’s culture and strengthen cultural opportunities for the community. A lot of the initiatives the County has taken over the past six years were because of the Strategic Plan. The creation of a Library Board, membership in the Northern Lights Library System, the Babas and Borshch Ukrainian Festival, a rural addressing system, a County Former Premier Ed Stelmach addresses the crowd in Peace Officer, a Communications Coordinator, and partnership in the Andrew, before the first Strategic Planning Session on Fort Air Partnership for air quality monitoring are all the direct result of the 2008-2012 Strategic Plan. November 2, 2016
“[I]t was Strategic Planning Sessions important … to compile … ideas With the need for a new Strategic Plan, it was important to Council that administration compile the ideas and opinions of rate payers, stakeholders and municipal neighbors to ensure the plan that is and opinions … developed addresses the best interests of everyone it will ultimately effect. Council did not supply their own ideas—this was a purely public-led process. [to] ensure the To this end, five public Strategic Planning sessions were held, one in each division, throughout plan that is November and December 2016. Sessions took place in Andrew, Mundare, Chipman, St. Michael and Bruderheim and lasted approximately four hours, including supper. developed A wide variety of people registered and participated in the facilitated group discussions, with a total addresses the of 80 people participating from across the County. Each group was encouraged to give their opinion of the top five elements the County should have in 2030 that would encourage people to move to best interests of the County. The most popular responses were: increased/improved infrastructure (roads), more everyone …” services (health care), more commercial businesses, increased recreational and educational opportunities (i.e. a recreation centre), better inter-municipal cooperation, and protected agricultural land and country lifestyle. Every idea that was shared was collected and has been forwarded to a consultant, who will now compose a plan to present to Council in 2017. Moving Forward While the previous Strategic Plan was the impetus for a lot of programs and initiatives for the County, it did have the unfortunate quality of being vague in places, and having some goals that were not measurable. The new plan being developed is intended to be a living document that can be updated and added to as progress is made. It’s goals will be measurable, and it’s progress will be monitored as a part of general County operations, to be sure that the needs and desires that ratepayers expressed in the meetings are being met, to the best of the County’s abilities. Once the plan is presented to Council and it is accepted, it will be advertised and published on the Lamont County website, and will be available for review at the Lamont County Strategic Planning in Chipman, December 7, 2016 Administration Building. P A G E 10
2016 Operational Facts & Stats
Agricultural Services 2015 2016 Beavers trapped 130 194 Beaver dams removed 20 34 Fields inspected for weeds 943 941 Bottles of strychnine distributed 99 107 Pills of 1080 distributed 13 24 Canola Fields Surveyed 100 83 New cases of clubroot 13 3 Community Adult Learning Council Play and Learn registrants 65 54 CALC Kitchen mouths fed 59 58 Hands-on learning Volunteer E.L.L. tutor hours donated 142 169 during the CALC Air Course learners 118 185 Brakes course Communications Facebook likes 211 762 Twitter followers 813 1167
Website users 28924 32246 Economic Development Number of business licenses 26 21 Babas and Borshch attendees 3000 3000 Family & Community Social Services Parents & Tots attendees 100 140 Summer Camp attendees 200 152 Volunteer Appreciation attendees 200 300 Enforcement Services Number of citations reported 111 50 Total fine amounts reported $34142.50 $10928.00 Planning & Development
A cutie enjoying Subdivisions 15 18 childcare services at Development permits 80 41 the Early Steps for New Homes 22 14 Success Parenting Safety code permits processed 370 263 Conference Public Works Road crossing culverts installed 30 25 Tonnes of gravel crushed 120,000 120,000 Dust abatements—oil based 37 28 Gravel Sales to Rate Payers 4184.17 tonnes 3131.04 tonnes P A G E 11 Year at a Glance Administration & Human Services
Director: Debbie Hackman
2016 was a good year for County Administration, and a lot was accomplished that will benefit all county employees in the years to come. A major change was made to HR’s payroll software, aligning our procedures with provincial requirements. The upgrade eliminated a lot of time spent on manual entry, streamlining and modernizing the retention of employee records such as drivers’ abstracts. More improvements will be forthcoming in 2017, which will see more reductions in time (and therefore money) spent on payroll. 2016 also saw the addition of all Lamont County Emergency Services staff (i.e. firefighters) to County payroll, and part-time and contract staff are now eligible for benefits, which had not previously been provided. Having Lamont County responsible for fire department finances and payroll ensures consistency across departments, and reduces the administrative workload of the departments, making them more efficient. Efforts have also been made to have all Lamont County’s paper records converted to digital for more efficient file keeping and long-term posterity. This project is on-going, and can be expected to continue into 2017.
2016 Staff Highlights
“Long-term In 2016 Lamont County had a total of 50 full time staff (14 hourly and 36 salary) and 130 part-time staff, including contracted summer staff and Emergency Services personnel (95 firefighters across five service awards fire departments). were presented Long-term service awards were presented to four employees: to four 5-year awards Chris McNeely - Public Works employees.” Odette Romanchuk- CALC Congratulations Ilona Scherbaum - Public Works Chris, Odette, 10-year award Melissa Shiach - FCSS Ilona & Melissa!
Renovations of the Administration Building were completed in early 2016, with only small cosmetic adjustments, such as the addition of the County logo to the exterior, as more recent additions. With the renovations completed, the reception desk is now on the main level, to the right of the main doors, and should be a ratepayer’s first stop when visiting, in order to direct you to the best person to serve your needs. This change was made to better accommodate those with reduced mobility, as was the addition of a handicapped washroom, and a meeting room on the main level. Lastly, regular duties for Administration staff in 2016 included reception/clerical, handling sales, processing tax payments, issuing fire permits, fire reporting, handling FOIP requests, managing payroll and benefits, records management, rural addressing, and assisting the CAO and council as necessary for daily operations. P A G E 12 Year at a Glance Contact Information Agricultural Services Phone: 780-895-2585 Fax: 780-895-2892 Agricultural Fieldman: Terry Eleniak Email: Agriculture in Lamont County has progressed and changed significantly over the years. Changes in [email protected] farm production include bigger, larger machinery, and the presence of larger cropping farms. Farm Web: lamontcounty.ca/ technology has changed dramatically even from the varieties of crops that are grown now compared to 30 years ago. Plants now have disease resistance, insect resistance, and the ability to agricultural-services produce higher yields. Technology is now smarter, more readily available, and more accurate. There are challenges associated with these changes, however. In Lamont County we have an aging population of producers, and in many cases fewer small farms. Technology in agriculture has not only changed for producers. The consumers of these products are much more aware, due to social media, and have more questions on how their food is produced. Lamont County ASB in the upcoming year will be striving to help answer some of these questions. As the Agriculture Services Department has changed throughout the years, we have continued to be involved with Alberta Agriculture and Forestry in many capacities including surveillance for crop diseases and pest insects. In 2016, 83 fields were surveyed for Clubroot and 12 fields for Fusarium. In February an Alternative Crop Seminar to promote cropping rotations and awareness of up and coming crop options had 42 people in attendance, and a Clubroot and Crop Health Seminar held in March was attended by 27 people. ASB Photo Contest Our department was also involved in surveillance for the following insect pests; Bertha People’s Choice Winner Armyworm, Diamond Back Moth, Swede Midge, Grasshoppers, and Wheat Midge. Surveys were also conducted by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry on Pea Leaf Weevil. All of these surveys, combined with the ability to share information, allow producers to make more informed management decisions. We have worked to create awareness of livestock illnesses, and helped producers with such programs as age verification. Over the past 30 years the Agricultural Services Department has seen changes in the weeds present, with many new invasive species we need to look out for. This all comes down to environmental impact and protecting the native species we have. This past year we conducted 941 weed inspections. With changes in new species, we are beginning to see different invasive species than in the past including: Yellow Toadflax, Common Mullein, and 2016 ASB Contest Winners Himalayan Balsam. Farmstead Beautification In 2016 roadside spraying was completed on 1/3 of the Division 1 Ernest & Val Chmilar County roads. As well, select brush and spot spraying Division 2 Bruce & Karen Suffield applications were done. Compared to the herbicides used Division 3 Chris & Jody Zachoda in the past, today’s herbicides are much safer and have Division 4 Sniatyn Farms Ltd. much better efficacy. This allows for more select “There is much Division 5 Tim & Valerie Nimchuck & applications with much more safety to the applicator, Family public, and the environment. more of a focus on There is much more of a focus on environmental awareness ASB Poster Contest environmental and stewardship today, and this ties into many of the 1st Place Payton Moser programs run at the Agriculture Service Department. As a 2nd Place Brooklynn Broesky-Blais awareness and department we focus on promoting education and 3rd Place Dana Thompson knowledge to our ratepayers. We help to promote a stewardship sustainable farm unit, providing information to promote ASB Photo Contest Environmental Farm Plans and offering guidance. Country Life today...” 1st Place Stan Cholak There have been many staffing changes in the Agriculture 2nd Place Kim Glasman Service Department over the years. The department has 3rd Place Joan Dey recently expanded beyond weed inspectors and spray operators to add a vegetation management technician. Agriculture & Industry Thirty years ago the department only had an Agricultural 1st Place Arnold Wirstuk Fieldman. In the past, very few women were involved in the 2nd Place Lorne Melnyk agriculture industry, now many more women are off the 3rd Place Donna Melnyk farm and involved in the agricultural industry. 2016 was a busy and challenging year for agriculture in People’s Choice Winner Lamont County. The Agriculture Service Department looks Leslie Ann Oshust forward to 2017, and will be engaging ratepayers through some exciting programs planned. Contact Information P A G E 13 Phone: 780-895-2233 Year at a Glance Email: [email protected] Community Adult Learning Council Web: lamontcounty.ca/calc (CALC) Director: Debbie Holland Programs & Courses Lamont County Community Adult Council (CALC) makes meaningful changes to the quality of P.A.L. Family Literacy Program - this peoples’ lives. We tell you this every year and we give you statistics every year. This year we referral-based program helps parents decided you should hear from the people for whom life is much better because they prepare their children for school connected with CALC. If you want to learn more about our programs please check out the CALC page in the community section of the Lamont County web site. You can also read past CALC Kitchen - this referral-based articles published in the Lamont Leader. program instructs on budgeting, meal preparation and cooking meals in bulk Testimonials Volunteer Tutor Program - this JODANA WHYNOTT—My name is JoDana Whynott and I have a 3 ½ year old daughter, Isabella. We have been attending P.A.L. for the last 2 years. I program provides free tutoring to am very grateful for the program as I am a first time mother and recently people who need help learning English lost my husband in August. This program is full of knowledge of child devel- opment, parenting do's and don'ts, and ways of simplifying daily living with RENEW - this program empowers your child. I was so fearful being a first time mother and with this program I people to exercise control over the have been put at ease. Being able to talk with other moms, having great things they can control facilitators with weekly lessons (organizing, discipline, activities with your child), and anything else you may have questions or concerns about. The Courses - we offer courses such as Air songs and reading time is great. We also take part in the CALC kitchen Brakes and Fire Arm Safety which is a great opportunity to make healthy, money manageable meals. I would highly recommend these programs to anyone.
TARA ELLIS—Hi my name is Tara. I moved to Lamont two years ago and was really struggling to make friends. Dealing with my kids had become pretty hard. I have twin girls, who are now 3, and a 5 year old boy. I met a mom through my son’s preschool who could see my struggle. She suggested I check out some of the programs that Lamont County CALC had to offer. With the help of the P.A.L. program as well as the CALC Kitchen I was able to help my girls get over their separation anxiety. The pro- grams also helped me with my own self confidence. I now realize that I am not a failure where motherhood is concerned. The programs gave me many coping tools to help me with everything from tantrums to getting my life organized. And they are always there if I need any more help or information. I know I always have somewhere and someone to go ask. I was also able to meet a bunch of moms that are now part of my support group that don't leave me feeling so lonely.
CHRISTY BEAR—Hello, my name is Christy Bear. I am a daughter, sister, wife, and proud mother of a 3yr old and 5yr old. Even though we didn’t know a soul living in Lamont, my husband and I decided, in 2010, that we wanted to raise a family in a smaller community. After giving birth to our first child, I started to feel overwhelmed and experienced an increase in my anxiety level. On one of my journeys into the community I met another mother who suggested I enroll in the P.A.L program. I started going to P.A.L in the winter of 2012 in Mundare, AB. It was a bit of a drive but it gave me a sense of security and routine. We learned new songs to sing, shared laughs, read books and made new friends. I now attend P.A.L. in Bruderheim, AB, and take both of my children. At home it's great to hear them sing songs from P.A.L and ask to sit in my lap to read them a book. I also attended the RENEW program offered by CALC. It has helped me immensely with my troublesome anxiety, self esteem issues and limiting beliefs. I felt I could really open my heart up and talk about my insecurities while developing a sense of trust with my peers. I am also a part of the CALC kitchen in Lamont. I've learned how to prepare delicious, inexpensive meals on a budget. The CALC kitchen provides extra meals to take home where my family and I sit down together and converse amongst one another. These programs definitely have had a posi- tive influence in my family life. Thank you to all the wonderful facilitators of the CALC programs and to our beloved Director Deb Holland and her wonderful assistant Odette Romanchuk.
STEPHANIE CAMPBELL—My name is Stephanie Campbell and I've lived in Bruderheim for the past 8 years. I have 5 children aged 5- 14. When I first moved here I had a really hard time meeting people, especially other moms. The early interventionist my twins were seeing suggested I register for P.A.L. That was the best decision I ever made. My children and I have taken so much from it! I've learned new ways of parenting and improved my coping skills. I have met many people and now feel like a true member of my com- munity. CALC programs also opened other doors such as giving me the confidence to become a part of our Recreation and Culture board. I also now participate in the CALC Kitchen where I learn to budget and provide healthy meals for my family. My family and I are very appreciative of all we've been offered through CALC .
IGOR KUZNIETSOV—My name is Igor Kuznietsov. I am from Ukraine, Vinnitsa city. My boss, Robert Malicia, told me to look up Lamont County Community Adult Learning Council on the internet. I phoned and made an appointment with the person in charge of the tutor program. I then met with the program’s Assessor. After that they told me they are going to find a tutor for me. Then pretty soon they called me and told me they found a tutor for me. Lillian Sabo met with me and my tutor. The name of the tutor is Terry Dmytrash. He is a retired teacher. The ladies with CALC were very nice to me and everything was orga- nized. I like my tutor and our lessons so far. CALC supports us with educational stuff, such as books, discs, textbooks and a tutorial guide. When I work with Terry I am learning the grammar of the English Language, doing exercises from the educa- tional text books, reading different stories and discussing them. The biggest thing is that Terry always corrects my mistakes in grammar and explains the meaning of the words. We are getting along which is very good too!! English learning helps me a lot in my work and in my life. I can better understand English during speaking and listening and ask and answer the questions more accurately. Also it helps me communicate and build up word combinations and sentences. I would like to say thank you very much for organizing this program and for your help and support with educational things. It helps really a lot. P A G E 14 Year at a Glance Contact Information
Phone: 780-895-2233 Emergency Services Email: [email protected] Regional Fire Chief David Zayonce Web: lamontcounty.ca/ During 2016 Lamont County realized a monumental transition to a truly regionalized fire emergency-services and emergency services organization. Formalization of Lamont County Emergency Services saw fire departments in Andrew, Bruderheim, Chipman Rural, Lamont, and Mundare amalgamate under one regional service model creating Lamont County Emergency Services. Through formalized agreement, Lamont County administers operationally and administratively all aspects of fire and emergency services for each municipality. Economically this model will prove to be a very robust example of the beneficial aspects of cooperation. With the change of regionalization, Chief Randy Siemens concluded his “The future is 45 year career in the fire service, retiring in June of 2016. exciting, created by Following an extensive search for Chief Siemens’ replacement, David Zayonce began duties as Regional Fire Chief for Lamont County in phenomenal October 2016. Chief Zayonce began his career in Wainwright with tenures as Regional Fire Chief in Beaver County and Camrose County. personnel providing Chief Zayonce also worked as a career firefighter (civilian) for 15 ½ years with the Department of National Defence at CFB Wainwright. unlimited support Moving progressively forward, Chief Zayonce, assisted by Regional Deputy Fire Chiefs Al Klassen and Shayne Milliken, together with and service Chyenne Shaw, Emergency Services Administrative Assistant, will forge efficiencies and systems to continue the proud tradition of distinction premier emergency services provided to citizens of the region. throughout our Finishing work on the Emergency Services Training Center will be completed by the spring of 2017 with anticipated full use of this region.”. innovative facility by the summer of 2017. The future is exciting, created by phenomenal personnel providing unlimited support and service distinction throughout our region.
Fire Chiefs and Mayors of Lamont, Bruderheim, Mundare, Andrew & Lamont County at the Fire Agreement Signing. Contact Information P A G E 15 Phone: 780-895-7751 Email: Year at a Glance [email protected] Web: lamontcounty.ca/fcss Family & Community Support Services
Director: Sara Rindero Coming in 2017 A New Community has joined the team! FCSS Lamont County Region is pleased to announce the official induction of the Village of Krafting Kinship—A program designed to encourage community Andrew to our Multi-municipal agreement. With the addition of our new partner we are members to build relationship with excited to announce programs and services extending into the Village of Andrew in 2017 other people in their community who including FCSS Summer Programs, Parents and Tots, Lamont County Parent Link, Home are in the same stage of life as and Community Visitation, Early Steps to Success, Seniors workshops and Connecting the themselves. Generations, Income Tax and Alberta Seniors Benefits assistance. We are also excited for Trauma Informed—A two week (8 the opportunity to get to know our new community members and expand programs and evenings) group therapy for females services further in the years to come. Welcome to the FCSS Family Andrew! who have experienced trauma (sexual, physical) and may or may not FCSS Home/Community Visitation Program have addictions due to trauma. The Home and Community Visitation program commenced in 2016, and is made possible Parent Link— We are pleased to by funding received from the Alberta Family and Community Safety Program. This three- announce that we will be year project is designed to: connect with individuals and families; offer support and commencing the Lamont County resources to individuals and families to reduce stress and isolation; provide programming Parent Link Program in 2017. This that supports community connections, and emphasizes a healthy balanced life. In 2016 exciting venture is made possible by program activities included 1 to 1 home visitation, local program support and facilitation the Alberta Government – Human Resources Ministry in partnership of family centred events and educational sessions. with Vegreville Parent link. Stay tuned for programs and services coming to your community soon! Committees & Coalitions Lamont County Rural Transportation Committee On May 12, 2016, the FCSS Lamont County Region Board moved to create a Rural Transportation Committee in response to community interest and need. This Committee now functions as a sub-committee of the FCSS Board. Over the past year, the committee has received presentations and met with Alberta Transportation, Dr. Dobbs from the MAARD institution- University of Alberta and the Society of Seniors Caring about Seniors. Current membership includes both professional, political and public representation from Bruderheim, Chipman, Andrew, Lamont, and Mundare. Membership is still open and interested participants are encouraged to join. The purpose of the committee is to : Identify resources currently available Provide information and support to community partners Research and collaborate to grow awareness Liaise with Municipalities and promote regionalization Advocate for service development
Early Steps to Success The Early Steps to Success coalition is a group of local parents and professionals that meet bi-monthly to create, support and advocate for resources for the healthy development of children ages 0 – 6. It is funded by the province of Alberta and utilizes local partners and resources to fund special projects. 2016 highlights have included running kindergarten fairs, the first annual Parent Conference, as well as building and having a grand opening for the indoor play center in the St. Michael Recreation Centre. We welcome new members and great ideas!
REAP (Rural Elder Abuse Prevention) Coalition “The purpose of The Rural Elder Abuse Prevention Coalition commenced it’s three-year project in January 2016. REAP is hosted by FCSS Lamont County Region in partnership with the Town of Vegreville, Beaver County, County of Minburn, this project is County of Two Hills & Flagstaff County. The purpose of this project is to complete a three-year research plan that outlines current resources, identifies to...identif[y] gaps in service and streamlines community responses to elder abuse, as well as advocates for Provincial and gaps in service Federal support to address needs for service and education. The group has completed a large awareness campaign and Program Coordinator Loretta Kroeker has spent countless hours in our community talking to and streamline[ ] local seniors and stakeholders to gather information and promote awareness of Elder Abuse. The Coalition is now gearing up to host its second Partnership Day on April 6th, 2017 in Mundare. This event will community provide an excellent opportunity for local stakeholders and professionals to come together to discuss this vital topic and collaborate to develop a local community response to Elder Abuse within Lamont County and responses to elder surrounding areas. This project is made possible with financial partnership from the Alberta Provincial abuse.” Government. P A G E 16
Contact Information Year at a Glance Phone: 780-895-2233 Enforcement Services Email: [email protected] Peace Officer Steve Crosby Web: lamontcounty.ca/ enforcement-services This year was very busy for Lamont County Enforcement Services. With the North East Skaro fire, evacuations were important; with assistance from the RCMP, we safely evacuated numerous residents in the area of the fire. Officer Crosby assisted in ensuring firefighters received their breaks and making sure they were safe. He provided enforcement in the area to keep bystanders away from the danger. With the Fort McMurray Fires. Lamont County was able to provide assistance to Lac La Biche. Officer Crosby went to provide help to the evacuation centers. Chyenne Shaw went to assist in Fort McMurray at the staging area. Both Officer Crosby and Chyenne dealt with a dog hoarding situation in the county, with assistance from a dog rescue, FCSS and the RCMP. Fifty dogs (including three, one-day old puppies and four 12- day old puppies) were removed from the home during a four month period. All dogs are now in new homes. Only one dog had to be euthanized due to medical issues and age. Office Crosby is also keeping busy ensuring our roads are taken care of and travelled safely. Monitoring all the heavy truck traffic and oil field movements. Five Companies were caught hauling without road use agreements. All companies complied within a day with Lamont County Road Use Bylaw, and completed a Road Use Agreement. Currently we have approximately 300kms of road active in Road Use Agreements . A Dog Control Bylaw was implemented this year due to the high volume of complaints. This bylaw was put in place to protect the owners of the animals as well as to ensure the rights and safety of the public and livestock are met. Education Initiatives “Our goal in Public Education continues at the High school, including presentations on drugs, safe driving, and cyber bullying. There 2017 is Vision was also a bicycle safety program at the elementary schools, and a drug awareness presentation at FCSS Parents and Tots. Zero, which is Officer Crosby assisted in two check stops with the RCMP and Alberta Transportation. These Check stops were mainly for a program to education in regards to the dangers of impaired driving. Our goal in 2017 is Vision Zero, which is a program to attempt to reduce attempt to traffic facilities to zero All emergency services participated in the FCSS P.A.R.T.Y (Prevent Alcohol & Risk Related Trauma in reduce traffic Youth ) program, which involved a mock impaired driving accident for the high school students. fatalities to This year will bring much more education, including enforcement, to the drivers utilizing Lamont County Roads. Speed infractions and other traffic offenses are very high in our county. Not stopping at zero.” stop signs, speed in school zones, and overweight vehicles will be the focus for Officer Crosby in 2017. Heavy Hauling will be monitored continuously throughout the year, to ensure compliance with our road use bylaws and maintaining the roads to Lamont County Standards. Contact Information P A G E 17 Phone: 780-895-2233 Year at a Glance Email: [email protected] Web: lamontcounty.ca/planning - -development Planning & Development
Director: Stephen Hill In 2016 it was reported that Planning and Development Department would be undertaking the beginning of our review and amendment of our planning documents to align with the passing of Bill 36 (2009), known as the Alberta Land Stewardship Act (ALSA) and consequential amendments to more than 25 legislative Acts to support regional land-use planning in the province. The County launched this process with the rewriting of the Lamont County Industrial Heartland Area Structure Plan (ASP). The ASP review and rewrite will be completed in 2017. In addition to the ASP, Lamont County has been working with one of our urban neighbours, the Village of “The IDP will Andrew, in aiding them with the production of a Municipal Development Plan, as well as the preparation of an Inter-municipal Development Plan (IDP). The IDP will provide the County and Village a guideline for provide the growth and development between the two municipalities and will illustrate what resources are available County and for each municipality to draw on for the support of development opportunities.
Village a Further to Bill 36, Lamont County is making preparations for the complete review and rewrite of our Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw. These projects will be multi-year undertakings to guideline for ensure that the review of the existing municipal development plan, area structure plans, land-use bylaw, policies and procedures are complete, and the amendment requirements are documented to ensure growth and they will align with Current Provincial Legislation and regional plans. These projects will be getting underway in 2017. development In January 2016 the Director (or Acting Director) of Planning and Community Services for Lamont County between the two became the Subdivision Authority. This change means that all subdivision applications will now be handled in-house by the Planning and Development Department. More information about subdividing municipalities” can be found on the Lamont County Website at www.lamontcounty.ca/subdivisions. New to Lamont County for 2017 will be the production of an “Agricultural Master Plan” (AMP) to provide a long-term priority for agriculture. Lamont County is a highly productive agricultural municipality. Agriculture is more than just an economic entity; agriculture offers a degree of local food security, provides an alternative lifestyle, helps establish the community’s character and contributes to environmental goods and services such as clean air and water and a diversity of wildlife habitat. The AMP will take a look at agriculture-supporting policies, land use and development, governance, agri-tourism, and food and agriculture sector development. P A G E 18
Contact Information Year at a Glance Phone: 780-895-2233 Email: Economic Development [email protected] Web: lamontcountynow.ca Manager: Jim Newman Not since 1891, when the area was settled by the first Ukrainian Immigrants, has Lamont County been as influenced by the changing landscape of the world’s economics. The decline of world oil prices in 2016 has had its effect in Lamont County. Prior to the start of 2016, the Lamont County landscape flourished with operating oil wells and pump jacks; however, many of the small intermediate oil and gas operators have closed down their wells in the last 12 months. Canexus’ “NATO” facility is no longer in operation, and the facility has been sold to Cenovus. Jacobs Fabrication has closed its doors, and MEG Energy has deferred construction of their Hi Q Project. But there is a positive side to industrial development in Lamont County. Cenovus has renamed the Canexus NATO facility to the Bruderheim Energy Terminal, and they have stated that the newly named facility plays a major role in the future plans of Cenovus. Western Asphalt has completed its second full year of operation in the County, and is creating a good market for their product in Alberta. As well, Graymont has almost two years of operation under their belt and is looking forward to expanding their market in 2017.
“Enhancing Broadband Initiative broadband In 2013 Lamont County Economic Development applied for and received a grant through the “Final Mile Rural Community Program” from Alberta Agriculture and Rural Development. The grant funds were used to contract infrastructure is MCSNet to build broadband infrastructure in Lamont County The Lamont County Rural Broadband Project has been a great success so far, and we are confident that our critical to partnership with MCSNet will continue to grow and be successful. The growth in households that are connecting to the new project towers has been steady and will continue to grow as unserved residents feel the need to acquire Lamont broadband services. As of December 31, 2016, the project towers have connected 73 households. Enhancing broadband infrastructure is critical to Lamont County’s future. To secure that future, Lamont County has County’s been involved in an initiative called the “Northern Alberta Broadband Preparedness Project.” One of the sponsors/ partners in the initiative is Northern Alberta Information Hub Ltd. (Alberta Hub), of which Lamont County is a member. The project will develop an inventory of the regional broadband existing infrastructure, future planned future.” infrastructure and service levels. Alberta Hub will host a seminar to present the final report in March of 2017. Programs/Initiatives Success in 2016 Oil, Gas Exploration, Extraction & Transportation Committee (OGEETC) The OGEETC continued to work with Alberta Energy Regulator and Alberta Farmers Advocacy Office on issues relating to oil and gas companies going into receivership and abandoned wells. The 3rd Annual Oil & Gas Workshop Held on March 3, the joint Lamont County and Strathcona County initiative was another success, as over 50 local landowners from both municipalities participated in discussions on over 10 presentations relating to landowner rights and pipeline regulations. Lamont County Reeve’s Golf Tournament As 2016 was a tough year for Oil and Gas industries in the region, there was a smaller participation than in previous years. However, after a great day of networking, $10,000.00 was raised for the Lamont County Housing Foundation. This brings the total to $38,000.00 raised by the Reeve’s Golf Tournament, donated to the Lamont County Housing Foundation. Babas & Borshch Ukrainian Festival For the fourth year, the Lamont County Babas & Borshch Festival was a huge success, thanks to the hard work of Hazel Anaka, Festival Coordinator, and her army of volunteers. As well as being one of the province’s signature Ukrainian Tourism events, the Festival has become a great community celebration of the County’s strong Ukrainian Heritage. As promised by the Economic Development Manager in 2012, the Festival will move around the County for the benefit of all County residents to experience the Festival event. We thank the community of Andrew for their great support over the past four years. In 2017 we look forward to working with the Town of Lamont and the rural residents around the area, as the Festival celebrates its fifth year in its new home, the Town of Lamont. University of Alberta Outreach Event Lamont County Economic Development hosted members of the U of A Senate and faculty from Edmonton and Camrose, who made presentations to students at the Lamont High School as well to a group of County Thank you to all Babas and Businesses that same evening. Borshch sponsors for your Lamont County Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year Proclamation generous support! In celebration of 125 years of Ukrainian Settlement, Lamont County Council proclaimed September 2016 to September 2017 to be Lamont County Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Year. Many celebratory event have been planned in 2017 for the residents of Lamont County. Hours of Operation P A G E 19 Monday—Friday 7:30 a.m.—4:00 p.m. Year at a Glance Phone: 780-895-2547 Toll free: 1-866-895-2547 Fax: 780-895-2892 Public Works
Director: Harold Hamilton
Lamont County Public Works continues to be responsible for the care, maintenance and construction of all gravel roads and minor oil-based roads in our jurisdiction. We have Planned in 2017 approximately 2,089 km of local gravel access roads, and oil base gravel roads that allow Road Construction access to over 247,000 hectors of land including the five Hamlets. We are continually Township Road 560 from Range challenged to adapt to the changing dynamic of growing traffic from the increase in the Road 202 to Secondary 831 (4 industrial sector, to the growth and size of our local farmers. We look forward to a miles) - Contracted renewed year with favourable weather to put in motion the planned projects we have in Complete Range Road 192 from store for 2017. Township 544 to Township 542 Road Maintenance (1.5 miles) - County Forces Lamont County has 2089km of road to maintain yearly with an eight grader beat in the Reconstruct Range Road 185 summer and a 10 grader beat in the winter, with an average of 236km to 269km (+ or -) in from Township Road 564 to each beat. Each grader makes a minimum of two passes to complete one round, and each Highway 45 - County Forces road is maintained on the average between 12 and 15 days per grader beat in the summer, Water Line Grant and Construction and three to five days in the winter. In 2016 Lamont County received a There were 25 culverts installed, which include road crossing culverts beneath roads, new grant for $6,800,000 to construct a subdivision and existing approaches. This program uses different sized culverts for regional transmission line to St. different applications. Michael for servicing future water needs in the area. Construction of Lamont County completed 28 dust abatement jobs with oil based products (SC250) the waterline is scheduled to be covering approximately 10km of road. A total of 132,400 feet of calcium dust abatements completed in late 2017, and will be were done covering approximately 40km of road. It took 6,000 tonnes of gravel to operational in 2018. complete the dust abatements in 2016. Gravel Program 120,000 tonnes of gravel was crushed, gravelling approximately 450kms of road. Each year 402kms are budgeted for road gravelling, including material used for road patching, dust controls, culvert replacement, road construction, driveway building, bridge maintenance and hamlet maintenance. Gravel sales to residential ratepayers (Policy 5102) amounted to 3131.04 tonnes of gravel. Industry/Pipelines Lamont County had two major pipelines go through the County in 2016. The ATCO Inland Loop was a Natural Gas Transmission Line approximately 18.3km in length. This affected a total of 13 road crossings in Lamont County. The Enbridge/Bannister line is a 24” Crude Oil and Liquids Pipeline transporting diluent throughout the County for 25.21km. This pipeline affected 39.5km of local roads during construction. Work Requests Work requests from ratepayers completed in 2016 included: damaged signs, fallen trees, plugged culverts, road washouts and church yard snow removal. There were 65 Senior Flags for custom snow plowing/grading on private driveways purchased, and 62 medical driveways applied for. Garbage calls have increased dramatically in 2016 with garbage being picked up at least twice a week by county forces. Road Construction “Lamont Approximately 40,000m3 of earth was moved for construction of RR 192 from Twp Rd 550 to Twp Rd 542 in County 2016. Work was started in May 2016, and was not fully completed due to weather. This project is being built using Lamont County forces. provides a Equipment Maintenance positive Legislated programs based under Alberta Transportation, including CVIP inspections and an aggressive servicing working inspection program, has given Lamont County a proactive approach to repairs, maintenance and safety. We have upgraded our fleet with 20 new pieces of equipment and vehicles and have completed over 750 work environment orders in the shop on equipment in 2016. and an injury- Bridges free workplace Lamont County currently maintains 145 bridge structures. Annual funding for maintenance of these bridges is requested from the provincial government. Four bridge files were completed in 2016 bridge budget program for all (B.F. 8398, 1691, 2461, 74820). Bridge Replacement and repair included replacement of the bridge on RR 185, employees.” repair of three bridges that were rated low for weight restrictions, and repair of a bridge that was damaged in an accident. Safety Program Lamont County is committed to health and safety. Lamont County provides a positive working environment and an injury-free workplace for all employees. As a county we have completed our Certificate of Recognition external audit through AMHSA. We have also completed the Transportation Safety Audit. This audit is done to ensure that Lamont County is in compliance with the Alberta Transportation safety laws and regulations. Lamont County 5303 50 Avenue, Lamont AB 780-895-2233 [email protected] facebook.com/LamontCounty | Lamontcounty.ca | @LamontCounty