TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
Monday, February 26th, 2018 7:00 p.m. Council Chambers
"We will strive to improve our community's quality of life by providing a safe, sustainable environment through planning, communication and cooperation, both locally and regionally."
TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. February 26, 2018
AGENDA
Pg 1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA Regular Council Meeting Agenda, Adoption of the Agenda. 2 February 26, 2018
3. PUBLIC HEARING None.
4. PRESENTATION None.
5. DELEGATIONS None.
6. ADOPTION OF MINUTES 6.1 Regular Council Meeting minutes of Adoption of the minutes. 6 February 12, 2018
7. DELEGATION BUSINESS None.
8. MAYOR’S REPORT
9. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS Committees on which Councillors are appointed: 15 Deputy Mayor Langford Reports from various committees on which Councillor Anderson Councillors are appointed. Councillor Forest Councillor Gillis Councillor Jessiman Councillor Morgan
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10. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 10.1 Actions Resulting from Council Meetings Actions Resulting from Council Meetings 18
10.2 Council Donation List Council Donation List 19
10.3 2018 Capital Project Status Report 2018 Capital Project Status Report 21
10.4 Department Reports CAO Corporate Services 24 Community Services 27 Development 32 Operations 33 Protective Services 37
11. ADMINISTRATIVE INQUIRIES None.
12. OLD BUSINESS 12.1 Write-off of uncollectible accounts Request to Council to authorize the write-off of 43 - Tabled from the Feb 12, 2018 Regular meeting uncollectible accounts.
13. NEW BUSINESS 13.1 RFD: Aquatic Centre Sand Filters Request to Council to reallocate Capital Project 48 money.
14. CORRESPONDENCE FOR ACTION 14.1 Letter - Julia Payne, Deputy Corporate Officer, Request to Council to support the prevention of 52 District of Sicamous quagga and zebra mussels
15. CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION 15.1 AAMDC – Contact newsletter, Feb 2, 2018 | Vol 2018 Issue 5 58
15.2 AAMDC – Contact newsletter, Feb 8, 2018 | Vol 2018 Issue 6 63
15.3 AAMDC – Contact newsletter, Feb 15, 2018 | Vol 2018 Issue 7 67
15.4 CBC News – Alberta Health Services faces lawsuits, judicial review over air ambulance contracts, 71 dated Feb 19, 2018
15.5 Alberta Cannabis Secretariat – AB Cannabis Legalization, dated Feb 20, 2018 93
15.6 Seniors and Housing Info – 2018 GREY MATTERS Conference Sep 25-26/2018, dated Feb 15/2018 80
15.7 Robert E. Walter Memorial Scholarship – Application information, dated Feb 15, 2018 81
15.8 Too Far. Too Fast – Support the prevention of legalized cannabis stores opening, Jan 10, 2018 85
15.9 AUMA/AMSC – copy-letter sent to Minister Ganley/Justice and Solicitor General re: fair share of 93 cannabis excise tax, dated Feb 14, 2018
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15.10 AUMA/AMSC – email re Province releases rules for cannabis retailers, dated Feb 22, 2018 97
15.11 TOHL: Letter to Minister Phillips re Letter of Support for the NWSAR Recommendations Report, 99 dated Feb 16, 2018.
16. NOTICE OF MOTIONS None.
17. QUESTION PERIOD
18. IN CAMERA 18.1 High Level Sportsplex – Tender Analysis Disclosure harmful to business interests of a third party - Pursuant to FOIP, Section 16(1)(c)(i)
19. ADJOURNMENT
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MINUTES
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TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. February 12, 2018
UNAPPROVED MINUTES
IN ATTENDANCE: COUNCIL Crystal McAteer Mayor Boyd Langford Deputy Mayor Brent Anderson Councillor Ellis Forest Councillor Beth Gillis Councillor
STAFF Dan Fletcher Chief Administrative Officer Keith Straub Director of Operations Carolyn Zenko Director of Finance Rodney Schmidt Director of Protective Services Sandra Beaton Municipal Clerk/Recording Secretary
GUEST Jordan Maskell ECHO Press
REGRETS Terry Jessiman Councillor Mike Morgan Councillor Ashleigh Bulmer Director of Development and IT Services Serena Weipert Director of Community Services
1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor McAteer called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. ADOPTION OF AGENDA Regular Council Meeting Agenda, Resolution# 045-18 February 12, 2018 Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council adopt the February 12, 2018 Regular Council Meeting Agenda with the addition of New Business item 12.3, RFD: COLA and UnapprovedTravel Allowance
CARRIED
3. PUBLIC HEARING None.
4. PRESENTATIONS None.
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5. DELEGATIONS 5.1 Corporal Sue Harvey, RCMP High Level Detachment Report RCMP High Level Detachment Jan 2018 HL RCMP Policing Highlights Jan 2018 HL RCMP Crime Reduction Unit Highlights Town of HL - High Level Detachment, Crime Data – Jan 2018 HL Provincial Detachment Stat Comparison - Jan to Jan: 2014 – 2018
6. ADOPTIONS OF THE MINUTES 6.1 Regular meeting minutes of Resolution# 046-18 January 22, 2018 Moved by Councillor Anderson THAT Council adopts the Regular meeting minutes of January 22, 2018 as amended.
CARRIED
7. DELEGATION BUSINESS 7.1 RCMP High Level Detachment Resolution# 047-18 Report Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford Jan 2018 HL RCMP Policing THAT Council accepts the January 2018 RCMP High Level Detachment Highlights report for information. Jan 2018 HL RCMP Crime Reduction Unit Highlights CARRIED Town of HL - High Level Detachment, Crime Data – Jan 2018 HL Provincial Detachment Stat Comparison - Jan to Jan: 2014 – 2018
8. MAYOR’S REPORT January 22 – February 9, 2018 Jan 23 – Regional Economic Development Initiative Jan 25 – Boreal Housing Jan 25 – Northwest Species at Risk (NWSAR) Open House in Paddle Prairie Jan 29 – NWSAR Feb 6-7 – Caribou Range Planning Feb 6 – Meeting with former Chief Bernard Meneen Feb 12 – Meeting with RCMP Unapproved Resolution# 048-18 Moved by Councillor Gillis THAT Council accepts the Mayor’s report for information.
CARRIED
9. COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS 9.1 Committee reports on which Deputy Mayor Langford: Councillors are appointed: Jan 23 – Regional Economic Development Initiative Deputy Mayor Langford Feb 7 – Tri Council Feb 7- Chamber of Commerce Annual General Meeting
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Councillor Anderson Councillor Anderson: Councillor Forest Feb 7 – Tri Council meeting Councillor Gillis Councillor Jessiman (away) Councillor Forest: Councillor Morgan (away) Feb 7 – Tri Council meeting Feb 7 – Community Futures meeting
Councillor Gillis: Jan 29 – Northern Lakes College, Community Education Committee Jan 31 – Library Board meeting Feb 7 – Tri Council meeting
Resolution# 049-18 Moved by Councillor Anderson THAT Council accepts the Councillor Committee reports as presented.
CARRIED
10. ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 10.1 Council Meeting Action List Resolution# 050-18 Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council accepts the Council Meeting Action List as circulated.
CARRIED
10.2 Council Donation List Resolution# 051-18 Moved by Councillor Langford THAT Council accepts the Council Donation List as circulated.
CARRIED
10.3 Protective Services 2017 Resolution# 052-18 Reports Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council accepts the 2017 department reports from Protective Services as presented.
CARRIED
11. ADMINISTRATIVE INQUIRIES None. Unapproved 12. OLD BUSINESS 12.1 RFD: Town of High Level Resolution# 053-18 Library Board Memorandum of Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford Understanding (MOU) THAT Council accept and agree to the Town of High Level Library Board - Rise and report from the Feb 5th Memorandum of Understanding (MOU); CoW meeting. AND THAT Council direct administration to forward a copy of the MOU to the Library Board for acceptance.
CARRIED
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12.2 RFD: Write-off of uncollectible Resolution# 054-18 accounts Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford - Rise and report from the Feb 5th That Council table the Write-off uncollectible accounts to the February CoW meeting. 26th Regular Council meeting.
CARRIED
12.3 RFD: COLA and Travel Resolution# 055-18 Allowance Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford THAT Council remove previously approved COLA increase of 1.6% and replace with travel allowance increase of $1,500 for each full-time employee; AND
THAT Council revise reserve transfer of $100,000 for resurfacing of outdoor rink; AND
THAT Council approve changes to the Travel Benefit Allowance Policy 184-01 as presented.
CARRIED
13. NEW BUSINESS 13.1 Excused absence – Deputy Resolution# 056-18 Mayor Langford Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council approve Deputy Mayor Langford’s absence from the Committee of the Whole Meeting, March 19th and the Regular Council meeting, March 26th, 2018.
CARRIED
13.2 RFD: REVISED Cemetery Resolution# 057-18 Bylaw 895-10 Moved by Councillor Forest - Rise and report from the Feb 5th THAT Council give First Reading to Revised Bylaw 895-10 known as the CoW meeting. Revised Cemetery Bylaw.
CARRIED
Resolution# 058-18 Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford THAT Council give Second Reading to Revised Bylaw 895-10. Unapproved CARRIED
Resolution# 059-18 Moved by Councillor Gillis THAT Council give unanimous consent to Third Reading of Revised Bylaw 895-10.
CARRIED
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Resolution# 060-18 Moved by Councillor Anderson THAT Council give Third Reading to Revised Bylaw 895-10.
CARRIED
13.3 RFD: History Book Resolution# 061-18 - Rise and report from the Feb 5th Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford CoW meeting. THAT Council approve the printing of 1500 books with 128 color pages with the addition of $13,215 to the 2018 Museum Publication Operational budget out of general reserves; AND
THAT Council approves a wholesale price of $70/book and a retail price of $85/book; AND
THAT council approve the gifting of a book to the five History Book community committee members.
CARRIED
13.4 RFD: Downtown 100th Ave Resolution# 062-18 Parking Expansion Moved by Councillor Forest - Rise and report from the Feb 5th THAT Council amends the 2017 Capital budget to include the costs up CoW meeting. to $20,000 for professional and engineering costs to have the Downtown 100th Avenue parking lot expansion project tender ready for the 2018 Capital budget; AND
THAT Council allocates the $20,000 from the General Reserves.
CARRIED
13.5 RFD: Granting property tax Resolution# 063-18 exemptions…Re non-profit Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford organizations. THAT Council exempt from property taxation for the 2018 taxation year - Rise and report from the Feb 5th the following properties for which a property tax exemption application CoW meeting. was received from community non-profit organizations: - High Level Native Friendship Centre, 11000 95th Street - High Level Agriculture Society, 9500 Highway 58 - High Level Toy Lending Library Society, 10905 100 Avenue and 10907 100 Avenue - Coalition for Far Northwest Alberta Brighter Futures Society, Unapproved 10202 98 Avenue - Northwest Alberta Resource Society, 10502 98 Avenue - Golden Range Society, 10201 105 Avenue; AND
THAT these property tax exemptions remain in place for three years, up to and including the 2020 taxation year, providing annual statements are submitted to the Town of High Level administration.
CARRIED
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13.6 Appointment – Northwest Resolution# 064-18 Alberta Regional Emergency Moved by Councillor Forest Advisory Committee THAT Council appoint Councillor Jessiman and Councillor Anderson to the Northwest Alberta Regional Emergency Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
13.7 Appointment – Mackenzie Resolution# 065-18 Regional Charity Golf Committee Moved by Councillor Anderson THAT Council appoint Deputy Mayor Langford and Councillor Gillis to the Mackenzie Regional Charity Golf Committee.
CARRIED
13.8 Assessment Review Board Resolution# 066-18 Training – New Member Dates Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council approve Deputy Mayor Langford and Councillor Gillis to attend the Assessment Review Board training.
CARRIED
14. CORRESPONDENCE FOR ACTION 14.1 AUMA, Police funding letter Resolution# 067-18 writing campaign Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford THAT Council accept the AUMA Police funding letter writing campaign for information.
CARRIED
14.2 Letter of support for NWSAR Resolution# 068-18 Recommendations Report, Moved by Councillor Forest Municipalities THAT Council instruct Administration to send the Letter of Support for the Northwest Species at Risk (NWSAR) Recommendations Report to the Honourable Shannon Phillips, Minister of Environment and Parks.
CARRIED
15. CORRESPONDENCE FOR INFORMATION 15.1 AB Association of Municipal Districts & Counties - Contact Newsletter, Jan 24, 2018 | Vol 2018 Issue 4
15.2 Municipal Affairs – 17thUnapproved Annual Ministers Awards for Municipal Excellence, dated Jan 24, 2018
15.3 Honourable Robert E. Warner, Speaker Alberta, Re Mace – Thank you letter, dated Jan 18, 2018
15.4 Tri Council meeting agenda for February 7, 2018
15.5 Email, Tolko re CHP Project – dated Jan 31, 2018
Resolution# 069-18 Moved Councillor Gillis THAT Council accepts item 15.1 to 15.5 for information.
CARRIED
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16. NOTICE OF MOTIONS None.
17. QUESTION PERIOD No questions were asked.
18. IN CAMERA Resolution# 070-18 Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council move in camera at 8:27 p.m.
CARRIED
Resolution# 071-18 Moved by Councillor Anderson THAT Council move out of in camera at 9:12 p.m.
CARRIED
18.1 High Level Sportsplex – Tender Resolution# 072-18 Analysis Moved by Deputy Mayor Langford Disclosure harmful to business THAT Council table the High Level Sportsplex to the Feb 26th Regular interests of a third party - Pursuant to Council meeting – in camera. FOIP, Section 16(1)(c)(i) CARRIED
18.2 Auditors Letter Resolution# 073-18 Testing procedures, tests and audits Moved by Councillor Forest Pursuant to FOIP Part 1, Div 2, THAT Council accept the letter from Hawkings Epp Dumont LLP for s26(a) information.
CARRIED
19. ADJOURNMENT Resolution# 074-18 Moved by Councillor Forest THAT Council adjourns the February 12th, 2018 meeting at 9:15 p.m.
CARRIED Unapproved
Mayor
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MAYOR’S REPORT MAYOR’S
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REPORTS COUNCIL COMMITTEE COMMITTEE COUNCIL
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COMMITTEES ON WHICH COUNCILLORS ARE APPOINTED NOV 2017 - OCT 2018
COMMITTEE MEMBERS MEETINGS OWNER
Councillor Morgan Ad Hoc Land Use Framework As Needed COUNTY Councillor Anderson
Mayor McAteer Assessment Review Board Alternate: Any Qualified Council Member As Needed TOHL Public Member: Jerry Chomiak (added Nov/15)
Mayor McAteer Boreal Housing Foundation As arranged OTHER Public Member: Clark McAskile
Deputy Mayor Langford Arranged Chamber of Commerce OTHER Alternate: Councillor Morgan Monthly Northern Community Education Committee Councillor Gillis As arranged Lakes - High Level Campus Alternate: Councillor Langford College Community Futures of Councillor Forest Monthly OTHER Northwestern Alberta Alternate: Mayor McAteer
Deh Cho Travel Connection Councillor Forest As arranged OTHER
Mayor McAteer Downtown Vitalization Committee Deputy Mayor Langford As Needed TOHL Councillor Jessiman 1st Wed Golden Range Society Mayor McAteer OTHER q/month High Level Community Councillor Forest 3rd Tuesday OTHER Transportation Society Councillor Anderson q/month
High Level Forestry Public Deputy Mayor Langford As arranged OTHER Advisory Group Councillor Morgan
Councillor Gillis Councillor Morgan Last High Level Municipal Sylvia Kennedy (expire Nov 2019) Wednesday OTHER Library Board ShawnaLee Jessiman (expire Dec 2020) q/month Ben Bellamy (expire Jan 2021) Sarah Kristoff (expire Jan 2021)
High Level Policing Society Councillor Jessiman Monthly OTHER
Mayor McAteer High School Bursary Committee Councillor Gillis Annually TOHL Councillor Forest Councillor Morgan JOINT Inter-Municipal Planning Councillor Anderson Monthly TOHL & Commission (IMPC) Public Member: vacant - advertising COUNTY
Councillor Jessiman JOINT Inter-Municipal Subdivision and Public Member: Jerry Chomiak (added Nov/15) As Needed TOHL & Development Appeal Board Public Member: COUNTY
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Inter-Governmental Negotiation Mayor McAteer Committee & Regional Deputy Mayor Langford As Needed TOHL Sustainability Working Committee Councillor Morgan
Mayor McAteer Land Stewardship Committee COUNTY Deputy Mayor Langford
Mackenzie Frontier Tourism Councillor Morgan 3rd Wed. OTHER Association (MFTA) Councillor Gillis q/month
Mackenzie Regional Charity Golf Deputy Mayor Langford As arranged COUNTY Committee Councillor Gillis
Mackenzie Regional Waste Councillor Forest 3rd Saturday OTHER Management Commission Councillor Morgan q/month
Northern Alberta Elected Leaders Mayor McAteer As Arranged OTHER (NAEL) Deputy Mayor Langford
Northwest Alberta Regional Councillor Jessiman As arranged TOHL Emergency Advisory Committee Councillor Anderson
Northwest Regional Fetal Alcohol Mayor McAteer Monthly OTHER Spectrum Disorder Society Alternate: Deputy Mayor Langford
Northern Transportation Advocacy Mayor McAteer Monthly OTHER Bureau (NTAB) Alternate: Deputy Mayor Langford
Northwest Species at Risk Mayor McAteer (per Res# 338-17) As Needed OTHER Committee (NWSAR) Councillor Morgan (per Res# 338-17)
Councillor Gillis Peace Library System (PLS) Quarterly OTHER Alternate: Councillor Morgan
Mayor McAteer Regional Economic Development 4th Tues. Deputy Mayor Langford OTHER Initiative (REDI) q/month Alternate: Councillor Jessiman Chris MacLeod (per Res# 337-17) Councillor Morgan (per Res# 337-17) Sports Complex Expansion Design Public Members: Tom Gramson (added Jul/16) As Arranged TOHL Task Force Kara Stoyanowski (added Aug/16) Marc Beland (added Sep/16) (2) Elected Official Public Members: Subdivision & Development Jerry Chomiak (added Nov/15) As Needed TOHL Appeal Board (SDAB) Karen Holditch (added Jan/16) Carrie Demkiw (added Mar/16) pending confirm.
Tourism Enhancement Grant Councillor Morgan As Needed TOHL Committee Councillor Forest
Mayor McAteer Town of High Level Municipal Councillor Jessiman Annually TOHL Emergency Advisory Committee Councillor Anderson
Mayor McAteer Water North Coalition (WNC) As Arranged OTHER Alternate: Councillor Forest
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REPORTS ADMINISTRATION ADMINISTRATION
17 ACTIONS RESULTING FROM COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE MEETINGS
TARGET STATUS - AS ITEM MTG DATE DESCRIPTION LEAD COMPLETION DIRECTED BY DATE LEAD STAFF RFD: Write-off of uncollectible Resolution# 054-18 accounts 1 Feb 12, 2018 That Council table the Write-off uncollectible accounts to the February 26th Regular Council Administration Feb 26, 2018 OPEN - Rise and report from the Feb 5th meeting. CoW meeting. Recommendation 008-18 Draft Changes to Cemetery Bylaw 2 Feb 5, 2018 THAT Council rise and report Cemetery Bylaw 895-10 to the Regular Council meeting on February Municipal Clerk Feb 12, 2018 CLOSED 895-10 12, 2018.
RFD: Town of High Level Library Recommendation 009-18 Director of 3 Board Memorandum of Feb 5, 2018 THAT Council Rise and Report the Town of High Level Library Board of Memorandum of Feb 12, 2018 CLOSED Community Services Understanding Understanding to the Regular Council meeting on February 12, 2018
Recommendation 010-18 Director of 4 RFD: History Book Feb 5, 2018 THAT Council rise and report the History Book to the Regular Council meeting on Feb 12, 2018 CLOSED Community Services February 12, 2018.
Recommendation 011-18 RFD: Write-off on uncollectible 5 Feb 5, 2018 THAT Council rise and report the Write-off on uncollectible accounts to the Regular Council meeting Director of Finance Feb 12, 2018 CLOSED accounts on February 12, 2018.
Recommendation 012-18 RFD: Downtown 100th Ave Parking 6 Feb 5, 2018 THAT Council rise and report the Downtown 100th Avenue parking expansion to the Regular Director of Finance Feb 12, 2018 CLOSED Expansion Council meeting on February 12, 2018.
Recommendation 013-18 RFD: Granting property tax THAT Council rise and report the Granting property tax exemptions for properties used by non-profit 7 exemptions…Re-non-profit Feb 5, 2018 Director of Finance Feb 12, 2018 CLOSED organizations for the benefit of the community item to the Regular Council meeting on February 12, organizations. 2018. Resolution# 336-17 THAT Council instructs Administration to proceed with the Downtown Parking Project in 2018 2018, prior to 8 Downtown Parking Oct 12, 2017 provided the contractor honours the price confirmed from the July 10, 2017 tender; AND CAO/Development OPEN project start THAT Council instructs Administration to bring back a Local Improvement Bylaw to be passed in 2018 prior to commencement of the project. Water and Sewer Water Services at Recommendation 045-17 the Footner Lake Forestry Site and THAT Administration discuss with the province their intentions for the water and sewer infrastructure 9 High Level Airport Jun 19, 2017 Administration Aug 14, 2017 OPEN at the Footner Lake Forestry Site and High Level Airport and bring back to the - From the April 24, 2017 Regular August 14th, 2017 Regular Council meeting. Meeting per Res#165-17.
Ms. Jenna Dechant, Spirit of the Resolution# 536-16 10 North School Council President - Dec 12, 2016 THAT Council instruct Administration to research the lighting challenges on 102 Street and bring Administration Mar 2017 OPEN Lighting on 102 Street back information to Council in March 2017.
18 2018 Council Donations Donation Type - Cash In-Kind CASH Value CASH Date Res # Organization CASH Value or Other (i.e.pool pass) Value Running Total Balance 14,900.00 1-Jan-18 Budget Chamber of Commerce, Spring Clean Up Cash Donation $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 11,400.00 1-Jan-18 Policy School Bursaries Cash Donation $ 2,000.00 $ 5,500.00 $ 9,400.00 1-Jan-18 Policy Citizen of the Year Cash Donation $ 1,000.00 $ 6,500.00 $ 8,400.00 1-Jan-18 Budget HL Community Transportation Program Cash Donation $ 5,400.00 $ 11,900.00 $ 3,000.00 9-Jan-18 Admin High Level Curling Club - Ladies Bonspiel Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 12,200.00 $ 2,700.00
2017 Council Donations Donation Type - Cash In-Kind CASH Value CASH Date Res # Organization CASH Value or Other (i.e.pool pass) Value Running Total Balance 14,900.00 1-Jan-17 Budget Chamber of Commerce, Spring Clean Up Cash Donation RETURNED $ 3,500.00 $ 14,900.00 1-Jan-17 Policy School Bursaries Cash Donation $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 12,900.00 1-Jan-17 Policy Citizen of the Year Cash Donation $ 1,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 11,900.00 1-Jan-17 Budget HL Community Transportation Program Cash Donation $ 5,400.00 $ 8,400.00 $ 6,500.00 9-Jan-17 019-17 HL Curling Club, Jan 21-22/2017 Bonspiel Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 8,700.00 $ 6,200.00 13-Feb-17 060-17 Action North Recovery Centre In-kind (pool passes) $ 300.00 $ - $ 8,700.00 $ 6,200.00 13-Feb-17 061-17 HL Community Policing Society Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 5,900.00 10-Apr-17 131-17 Bear Necessities/Aurora Con, May 12-13/2017 Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 9,300.00 $ 5,600.00 24-Apr-17 159-17 HL Agricultural Society, June 10/2017 Rodeo Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 9,600.00 $ 5,300.00 24-Apr-17 160-17 HL Running Club, June 3, 2017 Annual Sprint Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 9,900.00 $ 5,000.00 26-Jun-17 245-17 Angel Flight Alberta Cash Donation $ 150.00 $ 10,050.00 $ 4,850.00 2-Aug-17 N/A High Level Victim Services Unit Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 10,350.00 $ 4,550.00 6-Oct-17 N/A High Level Play Assoc., Fest-of-Ale Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 10,650.00 $ 4,250.00 8-Nov-17 Admin HLMHA Intiation In-kind (pool passes) $ 300.00 $ - $ 10,650.00 $ 4,250.00 1-Dec-17 Admin High Level Policing Community society $300.00 $ 300.00 $ 10,950.00 $ 3,950.00 1-Dec-17 Admin High Level & District Chamber of Commerce $300.00 $ 300.00 $ 11,250.00 $ 3,650.00 19 2016 Council Donations Donation Type - CASH In-Kind CASH Value Date Res # Organization Cash or Other CASH Value Account Value Running Total (i.e. pool pass) Balance 14,900.00 1-Jan-16 Budget Chamber of Commerce, Spring Clean Up Cash Donation $ 3,500.00 $ 3,500.00 $ 11,400.00 1-Jan-16 Policy School Bursary Cash Donation $ 2,000.00 $ 5,500.00 $ 9,400.00 1-Jan-16 Policy Citizen of the Year Cash Donation $ 1,000.00 $ 6,500.00 $ 8,400.00 HL Community Transportation Program (Agreement 1-Jan-16 Budget expires Dec 31, 2016) Cash Donation $ 5,400.00 $ 11,900.00 $ 3,000.00 HL Minor Hockey - Pond Hockey In-kind (pool & skate 22-Feb-16 071-16 Jamboree, Mar 5/2016 passes per child) $ 210.00 $ - $ 11,900.00 $ 3,000.00 North Peace Predators Volleyball, Provincials in 11-Apr-16 146-16 Calgary Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 12,200.00 $ 2,700.00 11-Apr-16 147-16 HL Ag Society, Annual Rodeo June 2016 Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 12,500.00 $ 2,400.00 11-Apr-16 148-16 HL Community Policing Soc, RCMP Ball Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 12,800.00 $ 2,100.00 25-Apr-16 178-16 HL Running Club, Spring Sprint In-kind (pool passes) $ 247.50 $ - $ 12,800.00 $ 2,100.00 9-May-16 204-16 Aurora-Con/Bear Necc./HL Public School Cash Donation $ 200.00 $ 13,000.00 $ 1,900.00 24-May-16 227-16 North of 50 Slow Pitch CANCELLED In-kind (ball diamond) $ 300.00 $ - $ 13,000.00 $ 1,900.00 25-May-16 228-16 Northern Sprites Junior Roller Derby In-kind (1 hr arena) $ 66.00 $ - $ 13,000.00 $ 1,900.00 13-Jun-16 256-16 HL Native Friendship Centre Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 13,300.00 $ 1,600.00 13-Jun-16 257-16 HL Little League - Yr end Tournament In-kind (ball diamond) $ 270.00 $ - $ 13,300.00 $ 1,600.00 11-Oct-16 427-16 HL Play Association Cash Donation $ 300.00 $ 300.00 $ 13,600.00 $ 1,300.00 11-Oct-16 428-16 Fox Haven Golf and Country Club In-kind (pool pass) $ 550.00 $ - $ 13,600.00 $ 1,300.00
20 Town of High Level February 21, 2018 2018 Capital Projects Status Report (includes the 2016-2017 Capital Projects carried forward) 2018 Projects Community Services Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by Being installed Automated Chemical Controller/Pool Pilot Feb 21 2018 $ 65,000.00 General Reserves 80%, County 20% Training to happen Feb 22 2018 Serena Weipert Feb 21 2018
Only move forward if grant Aquatic Centre Facility Accessability $ 68,000.00 Accessibility Grant Serena Weipert approved
Only move forward if grant Museum Facility Acessibility $ 35,000.00 Accessibility Grant Serena Weipert approved
Only if Arena Expansion does not Sports Complex Rehabilitation $ 325,000.00 MSI 100% Serena Weipert move forward in 2018
Resurface Outdoor Rink $ 225,000.00 Operating-Taxation 44%, MSI 56% Serena Weipert
Development Services Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by
Large Format Printer $ 30,000.00 General Reserves 100% Ashleigh Bulmer
Contract Signed on January Will be completed when the snow Orthophotos $ 40,000.00 General Reserves 100% Ashleigh Bulmer 12, 2018 has melted
Project only moving forward if Bison HWY 35 Connection $ 418,452.00 Bison development Reserves Bison decides to develop highway Ashleigh Bulmer access
Downtown 100th Ave Parking expansion $ 300,000.00 Debt 67% (LIP), Tolko burner funds 33% Ashleigh Bulmer
Protective Services Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by
General Reserves 34%, Airport Reserves 36%, Ordered - Expected Delvery Airport Truck Replacement February 20, 2018 $ 38,000.00 County approved funding Rodney County 30% February 28, 2018
RFQ Closes Command Truck Replacement February 20, 2018 $ 85,000.00 General Reserves 50%, County Reserves 50% County approved funding Rodney February 23, 2018
Fire Equipment Reserves 17%, General Reserves Ordered. Delivery expected Breathing Apparatus Equiopment February 20, 2018 $ 285,000.00 County approved funding Rodney 33%, County 50% March 30, 2018
Operations/Public Works/Roads/Airport/Water Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments
Cemetery Operating 28%, General Reserves Cemetery Columbarium February 20, 2018 $ 35,000.00 Not Started Keith 72%
Legion Building Assessment February 20, 2018 $ 50,000.00 General Reserves 100% Not Started Keith
Plasma Cutter February 20, 2018 $ 4,000.00 General Reserves 100% Completed Keith
Heavy Transmission Jack February 20, 2018 $ 7,500.00 General Reserves 100% On Order Keith
Snow Blower for Bobcat February 20, 2018 $ 7,800.00 General Reserves 100% On Order Keith Meeting with Consultants in Study & Design repair of 92nd street & 114 Ave February 20, 2018 $ 100,000.00 MSI 100% Keith early March Mill * Pave intersection; Chinchaga, 102 & 103 street February 20, 2018 $ 180,000.00 GTF 100% Survey in April Keith Started by Reviewing Types 1992 Cat grader replacement February 20, 2018 $ 350,000.00 MSI 100% Keith and options with staff SNCS Crosswalk Lighting February 20, 2018 $ 20,519.00 Tolko Burner Funds 100% Not Started Keith21 T:\BUDGETS - MULTI YEAR\2018\2018 CAPITAL PROJECT STATUS.xlsx 2018 Capital Project Status Replace 2003 GMC 4X4 Utility Truck February 20, 2018 $ 40,000.00 Utility Reserves 100% Ordered Keith Meeting with Consultants in Industrial 1 lift replacement study/design February 20, 2018 $ 25,000.00 Utility Reserves 100% Keith early March GPS Survey Equipment & Surveryor February 20, 2018 $ 40,000.00 General Reserves 100% Not Started Keith
Chlorine Dioxide System February 20, 2018 $ 165,000.00 MSI 59%, Utility Reserves 41% Sourcing test equipment Keith
Caribou Close Drainage repairs February 20, 2018 $ 40,000.00 Utility Reserves 100% Survey in April Keith
Alleyway South of Flomac repairs February 20, 2018 $ 28,800.00 General Reserves 7%, GTF 93% Survey in April Keith Preparing Documents for Bushe Waterline Study February 20, 2018 $ 60,000.00 AB Transportation Grant 100% Partnership with Dene Tha Dan/Keith Consultant Meeting with Consultants in 2016 approved funds $175,000. Amber Hieghts Lift station (2016) Addition February 20, 2018 $ 630,000.00 Utility Reserves 100% Keith early March 2018 approved funds $455,000 TOTAL $ 3,523,071.00 Pending Projects Verbal confirmation of ACAP Runway Rehabilitation (Pending ACAP approval) February 20, 2018 $ 3,832,800.00 ACAP 100% Awaiting ACAP approval. Add/ressign budget shortfall with Province. Contributed from Operating Projects
22 T:\BUDGETS - MULTI YEAR\2018\2018 CAPITAL PROJECT STATUS.xlsx 2018 Capital Project Status 2016/2017 (projects carried into year 2018) Community Services Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by Task Force recommended moving Final Tendering Package Arena Expansion Design Nov 22 2017 $ 300,000.00 MSI 100% the final Tendering Package to Serena/Dan complete Council to proceed
Development Services Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by Protective Services Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by Operations/Public Works/Roads/Airport/Water Project Date Updated Total Budgeted Amt Funding Sources Final Cost Physical Status to Date General Comments Updated by
WTP Automation system upgrade February 20, 2018 $ 175,000.00 Gas Tax Fund 31%, MSI 69% 50% Complete First review completed Keith
Atco to do work as soon as 96th Street service road street light extension February 20, 2018 $ 58,000.00 MSI 100% $61,288.00 Estimate $61,288.00 Keith dry in spring 2018 Base work completed final Tree and plants to be planted in Downtown Highway 35 paving February 20, 2018 $ 1,620,000.00 MSI 32%, Debenture 62% Keith paving in spring of 2018 early spring.
Sewage Lagoon Cleaning February 20, 2018 $ 200,000.00 Utilities Reserves,100% Fall of 2018 Keith
Purchased Asset Finda Implemented new software and Ashleigh/Carolyn Asset Management System December 12, 2017 $ 50,000.00 Utilities Reserves,100% system- Training in January are waiting for data integration /Keith 2018, work on data entry Budgeted for 2018-Moved to 2018 Amber Heights Lift Station Study & Upgrades December 12, 2017 $ 175,000.00 Utility Reserve 90% ; AMIP 10% Keith project
23 T:\BUDGETS - MULTI YEAR\2018\2018 CAPITAL PROJECT STATUS.xlsx 2018 Capital Project Status
TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL FINANCE DEPARTMENT REPORT TO COUNCIL JANUARY 2018
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE Outstanding balance: $474,457.61 Greater than 90 days (included in total): $212,811.49 Outstanding receivable balances are expected to be paid as they are the same customers that have been known to pay late in prior periods.
TAXATION Total outstanding balance: $170,093.16 2017 taxes outstanding (included in total): $139,137.71 The process for recovery of taxes is dictated by the Municipal Government Act. The Taxation & Utilities Clerk prepares lists on an annual basis indicating the necessary action required on outstanding accounts. Currently, there are two properties that will qualify for public auction if unpaid before March 31.
UTILITIES Total outstanding balance: $184,268.91 January 2018 utilities outstanding (included in total): $159,547.64 The Taxation & Utilities Clerk has been working diligently to keep accounts current.
ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Finance has received the majority of invoices for the 2017 year. These invoices are allocated to accounts payable for the year end financial statements. Finance is currently researching holdback payable balances that have been outstanding since before 2014 as there is a balance of $236,928.49 included in liabilities for capital projects that were completed in years past. Finance contacted the legal counsel that had been used for deficiencies in the Centennial Park Project who provided their opinion that one of the large holdback payable balances from this project - $164,152.29 – is no longer a liability of the Town.
PAGE 1 OF 2 24 Finance has removed this amount from the payable balance. There are three more holdback payable balances to be investigated.
PAYROLL Application has been sent into the STEP program to acquire funding for the Town’s summer students. Finance is expecting to receive a response from provincial government in the coming month.
AUDIT AND OTHER FINANCE Finance has almost finalized the year end processing. Financial statement preparation will commence at the beginning of March. Auditors are scheduled to perform their on site procedures during the week of March 26.
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FOR THE MONTH ENDING JANUARY 31, 2018
Revenue Working Percentage of Expense Working Percentage Net Cost Actual Budget Budget Received Variance Actual Budget of Budget Used Variance Actual Budget (A) (B) (A/B) (B-A) (C) (D) (C/D) (D-C) (A-C) (B-D)
Council & Other Legislative - - 9,534.67 328,598.00 2.90% 319,063.33 ( 9,534.67 ) ( 328,598.00 ) General Administration 28,678.33 648,504.00 4.42% 619,825.67 90,851.80 1,404,698.00 6.47% 1,313,846.20 ( 62,173.47 ) ( 756,194.00 ) Health and Safety - - 5,026.93 103,712.00 4.85% 98,685.07 ( 5,026.93 ) ( 103,712.00 ) RCMP Services - 50,000.00 0.00% 50,000.00 - 210,000.00 0.00% 210,000.00 - ( 160,000.00 ) Fire Fighting & Preventive Services 26,413.87 232,310.00 11.37% 205,896.13 30,986.43 633,861.00 4.89% 602,874.57 ( 4,572.56 ) ( 401,551.00 ) Disaster Services & Emergency Measures 70,000.00 0.00% 70,000.00 3,069.16 162,359.00 1.89% 159,289.84 ( 3,069.16 ) ( 92,359.00 ) Ambulance Service - - 3,839.42 13,550.00 28.34% 9,710.58 ( 3,839.42 ) ( 13,550.00 ) Bylaw 2,597.00 67,000.00 3.88% 64,403.00 9,860.94 296,879.00 3.32% 287,018.06 ( 7,263.94 ) ( 229,879.00 ) Building Inspections 357.30 58,760.00 0.61% 58,402.70 345.93 54,940.00 0.63% 54,594.07 11.37 3,820.00 Common Services - - 27,628.79 716,985.00 3.85% 689,356.21 ( 27,628.79 ) ( 716,985.00 ) Roads, Streets, Walk & Lighting - 19,000.00 0.00% 19,000.00 39,893.00 1,261,029.00 3.16% 1,221,136.00 ( 39,893.00 ) ( 1,242,029.00 ) Airport 62,882.49 573,500.00 10.96% 510,617.51 36,775.17 696,670.00 5.28% 659,894.83 26,107.32 ( 123,170.00 ) Water Supply & Distribution 124,030.97 1,458,500.00 8.50% 1,334,469.03 26,082.66 1,464,577.00 1.78% 1,438,494.34 97,948.31 ( 6,077.00 ) Sanitary Sewage Services 30,216.70 345,000.00 8.76% 314,783.30 8,814.92 345,276.00 2.55% 336,461.08 21,401.78 ( 276.00 ) Garbage Collection 18,158.81 218,600.00 8.31% 200,441.19 205.32 218,712.00 0.09% 218,506.68 17,953.49 ( 112.00 ) Family & Community Support Services 33,066.00 128,000.00 25.83% 94,934.00 5,748.31 177,712.00 3.23% 171,963.69 27,317.69 ( 49,712.00 ) Cemetaries 1,200.00 1,500.00 80.00% 300.00 652.42 33,443.00 1.95% 32,790.58 547.58 ( 31,943.00 ) Planning, Zoning, Development 115.00 8,200.00 1.40% 8,085.00 44,130.97 172,377.00 25.60% 128,246.03 ( 44,015.97 ) ( 164,177.00 ) Economic Development - 40,000.00 0.00% 40,000.00 1,265.17 79,256.00 1.60% 77,990.83 ( 1,265.17 ) ( 39,256.00 ) Subdivision Land & Developments - - 138.35 27,512.00 0.50% 27,373.65 ( 138.35 ) ( 27,512.00 ) Land, Housing and Building Rentals 13,948.25 39,500.00 35.31% 25,551.75 84.00 21,485.00 0.39% 21,401.00 13,864.25 18,015.00 Recreation Admin - - 3,756.46 68,950.00 5.45% 65,193.54 ( 3,756.46 ) ( 68,950.00 ) Special Programs 897.00 52,000.00 1.73% 51,103.00 7,393.80 205,086.00 3.61% 197,692.20 ( 6,496.80 ) ( 153,086.00 ) Pool 10,002.08 140,500.00 7.12% 130,497.92 20,590.28 450,078.00 4.57% 429,487.72 ( 10,588.20 ) ( 309,578.00 ) Pool Building - - 1,312.65 124,398.00 1.06% 123,085.35 ( 1,312.65 ) ( 124,398.00 ) Parks - 7,000.00 0.00% 7,000.00 3,310.89 139,029.00 2.38% 135,718.11 ( 3,310.89 ) ( 132,029.00 ) Arena 3,967.47 100,000.00 3.97% 96,032.53 27,054.11 346,850.00 7.80% 319,795.89 ( 23,086.64 ) ( 246,850.00 ) Arena Building - - 867.38 275,943.00 0.31% 275,075.62 ( 867.38 ) ( 275,943.00 ) Library - 18,000.00 0.00% 18,000.00 - 176,272.00 0.00% 176,272.00 - ( 158,272.00 ) Museum 4,050.65 364,515.00 1.11% 360,464.35 16,219.87 557,153.00 2.91% 540,933.13 ( 12,169.22 ) ( 192,638.00 ) Museum Building - - 1,459.34 54,919.00 2.66% 53,459.66 ( 1,459.34 ) ( 54,919.00 ) Requisitions - - - 1,341,839.00 0.00% 1,341,839.00 - ( 1,341,839.00 ) ------Sub-Total 360,581.92 4,640,389.00 4,279,807.08 426,899.14 12,164,148.00 11,737,248.86 ( 66,317.22 ) ( 7,523,759.00 ) ======
General Municipal Revenues Taxes and Grants-in-Place of Taxes 6,000,759.00 Other Revenue from own Sources 5,517.42 1,513,000.00 Recovered Revenue 1,137.46 10,000.00 ------Total General Revenue 6,654.88 7,523,759.00 ------Total 367,236.80 12,164,148.00 426,899.14 12,164,148.00 - ======
26 DEPARTMENTAL REPORT COMMUNITY SERVICES January 2018
FCSS/RECREATION
Regular Programming
Jack ‘n Jill Gym Time Date No. of Adults No. of Children
January 9th 15 18 January 16th 14 19 January 23rd 11 14 January 30th 10 15
Groovy Kids Club Groovy Kids Club has been selected for a pilot project with Ever Active Schools. The goal of the pilot is to encourage youth to have 30 minutes of physical activity after school. Our FCSS leader attended the ever active schools conference in Lake Louise to speak about our Groovy Kids program. Four other communities were selected for this pilot; we worked together to come up with different ideas to implement into our program. The children wore pedometers to measure their physical activity in the program before we implement the new activities and, we will measure the youth again at the end of the year.
Family Book to Movie Night Due to lack of attendance, we have decided to cancel our Family Movie Night. This program will be replaced with Family Jack and Jill Pizza Night at the arena every third Friday. This new program will be a partnership with Parent Link Center.
PD DAY PD Day was held on January 30th. Fifteen youth played games and went swimming.
Teen Night Teen night was held on January 12th, we went swimming followed by games and pizza at the town hall. Two youth attend; I believe this was due to cold weather.
27 Healthy After the Holidays Together with Parent Link Center, AHS, Chinchaga Adult Learning and the Library we held our annual Healthy After the Holidays Calendar. We offered free classes around Town to promote being healthy after the holidays. These classes included, aqua-fit, public swim, line dancing, walking classes, special Saturday Jack and Jill and public skates. This year we also wrapped in Family Literacy day with a family breakfast and activities at the town hall. We had 30 people attend.
ARENA /PARKS
Programming
Program Attendance Child Youth Adult Family Senior Free Public Skate 16 Jan 5, 12, 19, Public Skate 4 11 6 8 Youth Shinny 14 Adult Shinny 10 Parent & Tot 3 1 1
User Groups User Groups # Of Hours Jack & Jill (Hall) 21 TOHL Program(Hall) 10.5
HLCA 4 HLMHA 134.5 Adult Rec 10.5 Old Bones 12 50+ 4 Marc 3 IDA 3 EMS 4 Tolko 4 HLPS (Joint Use) 1 SNCS (Joint Use) 7
28 FACILITY TOTAL MONTH AMOUNT ARENA ICE $12,741.40 ARENA HALL $635.26
Maintenance Cimco completed mid-season inspection. Replaced curling rink brine pump.
AQUATIC CENTRE
Programming Winter Lesson Sets Started Run until March 2018
Special Events PD Swim– January 30/18 – 10 patrons
Free Public Swim - January 20/18 – 40 Patrons
Free Family Swim – January 21/18 – 39 Patrons
Free Aquafit Jan 23 Night – 20 patrons
User groups (school usage included) Public Use
User Group # of hours Swim Type Attendance Home School 2 Family Swim 118
FMCS 3 Public Swim 697 SNCS 4 Lane Swim 191 HLPS 0 Parent & Tot 42 Rockylane 2 Aquafit 166 HLCA 1 Therapy Swim 26 John D’or 1 Private Rental 3
Maintenance Sand Filter #3 suffered some internal damage to the diffuser assembly and piping. Parts are not available as the filter is now obsolete so we have obtained quotes to replace the filter(s). Filter has been isolated and we are currently running off our two remaining filters.
29 Facility Revenue
Facility Revenue Sale of Goods - 410 $1,143.65
Sale of Services/Programs - 411 $4,992.02
Merchandise Sales -412 $1,104.551
Rentals/ Facility Use - 560 $2,409.14
Mackenzie Crossroads Museum & Visitors Centre
PROGRAMMING: DATE NAME DESCRIPTION # OF PARTICIPANTS January 11th 2018 Crochet Workshop Basic Dishcloth 6 January 16th 2018 Crochet Workshop Basic Dishcloth 8 January 25th 2018 Crochet Workshop Cup Cozy 4 January 30th 2018 Crochet Workshop Cup Cozy 6 January 24th Art Attack at the Mack String Art 20
OPEN PUBLIC FACILITY USE: TOTAL VISITORS TO THE CENTRE IN JANUARY 2018: 60 WORKSHOPS AND SCHOOL PROGRAMS IN JANUARY 2018: 44 people
CANADA: 59 UNITED STATES: 1
AB (10-High Level Area) 45 Alabama 1 NT 6 BC 1 SK 5 PEI 2
30 EMPLOYEE RECOGNITION:
Thank you to Dave, Alph and the public works staff for helping with the String Art wooden bases. It was apparently much more work than anticipated but the results were awesome! We had lots of good feedback from the participants that they liked the wooden bases. Thanks guys!
OTHER:
Social Media: o Facebook: Total followers for January – 3,358. New likes in January - 98 o Twitter: Total followers in January = 592 New likes in January - 6
Top 2 Facebook posts for January
ALL TIME TOP POST EVER!!!
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TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL DEPARTMENTAL REPORT DEVELOPMENT January 2018
DEVELOPMENT
January Permits Issued 1 Development Permits o 1 Change of Use
1 Development Permit Issued to date in 2018
Safety Codes Issued 1 Building Permits (1 new permit) Issued 0 Electrical Permits (no new permits) Issued 0 Plumbing Permits (no new permits) Issued 0 Gas Permits (no new permits)
Projects MDP preparation Ortho photo contract Asset Management Training
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TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL DEPARTMENTAL REPORT OPERATIONAL SERVICES Annual Summary 2017
Public Works and Water Treatment
Water Treatment Revenue
Total treated water produced for 2017 was 570,000 m3; this production was comparable to 2016 production of 583,000. Water sales met the estimated budget at $1,491,921 - slightly higher than 2016 which was at $1,464694. The water production of 2016 was higher and less revenue was generated. This could be caused by leaks and internal water consumption used for flushing and treatment processes and fire hydrant usage.
Water Treatment Operations The water plant had no major operational issues; only normal repairs and maintenance were required. The water treatment plant staffing continues to be challenging. We had two staff move to different communities in 2017 and filled the vacancies by year end with one Level 1 Water Operator and Level 2 Water Operator. The majority of chemical and biological samples submitted were normal and within the prescribed levels indicated in the Canadian Drinking Water Guidelines. There was one area in which we need to improve and that was with Trihalomethanes ( THM ). These compounds are formed when chlorine comes in contact with organic compounds. The Footner lake source water is very high in these compounds and we are limited to the treatment processes available to remove them. We are currently looking at using a new oxidiser ( Chlorine Dioxide ) to reduce this organic material to inert products which can be removed with the current treatment process.
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Raw Water Supply
The raw water supply pump houses and piping system had a few issues in 2017. The Footner Lake pump house had a pump VFD drive burn out when a tree fell on the power line and overloaded the unit. Water leaked developed along the main line. We believe this is caused by local traffic regularly driving through the ditch. We are working with Alberta Transportation to stop this action. The north reservoir pump house had some major control issues and it was resolved by locating faulty wiring and grounding issues.
Water Distribution System
Annual fire hydrant flushing program was completed. The hydrants received new reflective flags to help located the hydrants at night and in heavy snowfall area. The water meter system is working very well with a 99.5% read accuracy every month. There are currently 1169 residential accounts, 265 commercial and 30 Footner Lake line and site. The Public works staff repaired or replaced 7 fire hydrants, 35 cc valves and 8 main line valves. There were a couple of water breaks and cc service leaks which were hard to locate and one service developed two separate leaks. These leaks appeared to be caused by poor material installation 30 years ago. The new highway access in front of La Prairie yard required 4 main valves to be serviced before the highway work was completed; the valves had new operator rods and bolts replaced.
Waste Water Systems
Annual revenues were slightly down in this year at $353,905 compared to $361,172. This reduction was mainly in lagoon dumping fees. The sewage lagoon had lower than normal discharge levels. This appears to be due to evaporation and less ground water infiltration because annual treated water consumptions are comparable. The maintenance requirements of our 6 Sewage Lift Stations continue to be very high. This is caused by pump blockages due to wet wipes and older
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34 failing equipment. We also had to replace 2 sewage pumps and some of the controls on two of the smaller lift stations. Industrial One Lift Station is showing heavy sign of corrosion in the pipe and structure. This station will be evaluated this summer as to whether it should be replaced or can the sewage line can be connected to the Main Lift Station eliminating the station.
Roads and Walkways and Trails.
The major project this year was the Highway Realignment Project. This project caused some disruption with traffic flows and access to the operations yard. Staff opened the fence on the south west end of the yard and installed a gate to allow Operations Staff and Humane Society Staff to access their facilities and reduce conflict with construction. The Borrow pit area supplied by the Town created $ 12500 in the sale of timber from the clearing and $135,000 in the sales of borrow. This project also required the contractor to leave the area reclaimed and access right of way level to provide a future recreation area. The tree boxes along 97 street were rotten and the contractor was unable to save them. Along with the boxes 45 trees were removed and will have to be replaced in 2018. The trail heading east along the new highway by super elevated curve may have to be relocated further to the south to improve safety of the pedestrians. This will be completed by Alberta Transportation but may require some land from the town just outside of the right away. There were three large paving patches completed by public works under with the carried over funds from 2016. These patches were areas in which the previous water or sewer repairs were completed. Sidewalk and curb projects involved the replacement of 10 catch basins and curb repairs. There were 3 ramps added to sidewalks which had accessibility issues. There were also small sections of sidewalk replaced using up the remaining capital project funds. The sewage lagoon road and 96 street at the south end of the industrial area were gravelled and graded. These are may be calcified in 2018 to reduce dust and those areas.
Green Spaces and Summer Operations.
Our summer grass program went very well this year. We had excellent supervision and a great group of summer workers.
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35 A change last year involved the Town Hall grounds maintenance. Operations provided the summer grass crew to maintain the area and will we no longer be contracting the work out. The Jubilee Park had the spruce wood chips removed and new soil with cedar mulch added. Some areas were returned to grass as the chips were tracking on to the path during the winter ice period. There we a total of 43 dead trees removed from the Jubilee Park and along 100 avenue. These trees will be replaced in the spring of 2018. The mowing equipment required a lot of maintenance and a couple of weed trimmers and push mowers needed to be replaced. The Toro mowers are showing signs of heavy usage and two should be replaced in 2019.
Equipment Repair and Maintenance
The mechanics were busy maintaining the Public Works large and small equipment as well performing repairs and service to the Airport and Fire Department. The Commercial Vehicle Inspections for the Town Fleet required annual inspections and take up a large amount of time but provide reduce contracted costs, and more better overall maintenance. The sweeper required a lot of repairs this year and some electrical control work was carried over to 2018. This unit is no longer manufactured and should be replaced in the very near future. The Hydrovac / Sewer Flusher Unit is another high maintenance piece of equipment which will need updating and or replacement. The vehicle fleet is showing its age and a comprehensive evaluation will be completed in 2018 to create a replacement plan and review the equipment replacement policy.
Facility Maintenance
The facility maintenance person was very busy working with other departments to assist with repairs and perform general HVAC servicing. The Town Hall required some work to the backup generator and will required the transfer switch to be replacement in 2019. The transfer switch is for a different size generator and does not provide full building service. The Legion building water systems were drained and minimal heat and power are provided. The Pool Boiler replacement project was completed in the spring and a backup heat exchanged was added to provide heat from the building systems if the main boilers break down and during refilling.
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TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL DEPARTMENTAL REPORT PROTECTIVE SERVICES January 2018
FIRE SERVICES Call stats for January 2018
Medical Assist –22 Alarm Investigations – 10 Motor Vehicle Collisions-6 Structural Fire – 2 Vehicle Fire – 3
Total for January: 43 YTD Total: 43
Technical Call Type Rescue, 0 Smoke investigations, 1 misc, 0 Powerline, 0 Alarm CO Alarm CO, 0 Deployment, 0 Alarm Fire MVC Alarm Fire, 10 Structure Fire Vehicle fire
Medical, 22 MVC, 6 Fire Other Wildland Vehicle Hazmat fire, 3 Medical Deployment Structure Fire, 2 Powerline Hazmat, 0 Fire Other, Technical Rescue Wildland, 0 0 Smoke investigations
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Training consisted of medical training, Building construction, Fire behaviour and smoke reading.
Officer meetings occurred during January to lay out annual training plan.
2018 Formal Course Calendar released.
Provided medical standby for Snowmobile Races in January
ENFORCEMENT SERVICES
New CPO starts on March 5th.
See attached for January 2018 Stats for High Level Municipal Enforcement.
See below for a brief highlight and summary.
93 total files opened & closed in December including, case reports, citations, warnings, call response etc resulting in: - 28 Warnings - 40 Charges laid
Alcohol/Intox Related: 17 Public Intoxication arrests 1 Illegal alcohol seizures 5 Charges laid under the Gaming and Liquor Act
Public Safety: 2 Medical Emergencies as the first responder requiring EMS. 1 Arrest warrant executed 3 Safe Streets arrests for cause disturbance 8 Trespassing/Unwanted person calls 1 One Disqualified and habitually impaired driver located driving and charged 4 Insured vehicle charges 1 Stolen vehicle located and seized with the offender charged with no insurance, producing illegitimate documents, unauthorized plate and & knowingly operating unregistered vehicle 3 Distracted driving charges 4 Distracted driving warnings
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Charges/Warnings
Warnings 41%
Charges 59%
Charges Warnings
Case Load GLA Charge Alcohol Seizure Animal Protection 5% 1% 2%
Medical/EMS Snow Removal Public Intox arrests 2% 14% 17% Arrest Warrant 1%
Traffic Safety Charge 25% Trespassing 8% Safe Streets
Traffic Safety Warn Disqual Driver 10% 1%
Uninsured Vehicle 4%
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HEALTH AND SAFETY/RISK MANAGEMENT
January 2018 Stats:
2 Property damage Injury – 4 Security – 1 Near Miss – 2
Incidents
Near Miss Damage 22% 22%
Security 11%
Injury 45%
Damage Injury Security Near Miss
DISASTER SERVICES
No activations
Regional IMT preparing for participation in Provincial Exercise in Grande Prairie in February 27-28
EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
FMR course underway for firefighters. 8 members taking the program and it is being taught in house.
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Met with Aeromedical Emergency Services in regards to Air Ambulance Program.
Had meetings with AHS in regards to Medical Co-Response
3 first response calls for the HLFD in January
AIRPORT SERVICES
Initial preliminary planning meeting with WSP for the runway resurface tendering process. Expect to have the quote for this by Feb 9.
Preparation for the Wildfire season has begun including releasing safety bulletins to airside users to educate transient aircraft operators.
Exploring more aggressive Ice management technologies to physically break the ice on the manoeuvering areas
Document reviews of Apron safety Management plans and Airside Vehicle Operators Permit complete for communication to users
Transverse cracks remain full of ice. No changes apparent.
Airport Stats for January 2018
Jan-18
350 300 319 250 200 150 Jan-18 100 50 0 Movements
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OLD BUSINESS
42 TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL Request for Decision
Issue: Write -off on uncollectible accounts
Recommendation:
That Council authorize the write off amount of $6,785.42; being $5,531.39 in general receivables, st and $1,254.03 in Taxes for the year ending December 31 2017.
CAO Comments: Supports Recommendation.
Target Decision Date: February 26, 2018
Submitted By: Brittany Stahl, Director of Finance
Reviewed By: Dan Fletcher, Chief Administrative Officer
43 BACKGROUND
Overview: As part of year-end, Administration would like Council’s authorization to write off amounts that we have not been successful in obtaining payment on for general receivables, utilities and taxes.
Legislation and Policy:
Financial: The total write-off amount being requested is $6,785.42. These amounts will be charged to the allowance for doubtful accounts.
Comments: In 2017, Alberta Infrastructure has refused to pay for a property they took over due to contamination. The total write off amounts to $1,254.03 in tax arrears.
The amount of $5,531.39 of general receivables is being requested to be written off, as administration has no further recourse to receive payment. There is one account that has been sent to collections, Administration is hoping to have some success in collecting the outstanding amounts in 2018 through the collections agency.
Alternatives:
1. That Council authorize the write off amount of $6,785.42; being $5,531.39 in general receivables, and $1,254.03 in Taxes for the year ending December 31st 2017.
2. That Council accept for information.
Recommended Alternative:
1. That Council authorize the write off amount of $6,785.42; being $5,531.39 in general receivables, and $1,254.03 in Taxes for the year ending December 31st 2017.
Reports/Documents:
General Trade Accounts Receivables listing of write-offs Utility listing of transfers to tax rolls Tax listing of write-offs
44 45 2017 WRITEOFFS/TRANSFERS
UTILITIES- Will be transferred to Tax roll Account # Name Service Address Utilities Amt Penalties Amt TOTAL Comments 000862.00 R HOYDA MANAGEMENT CORP Unit A 10302 97 Street $ 435.69 $ - $ 435.69 In Receivership 000863.00 FOUR WINDS MOTEL Unit B 10302 97 Street $ 3,155.24 $ - $ 3,155.24 In Receivership 000864.00 FOUR WINDS MOTEL Unit C 10302 97 Street $ 475.61 $ - $ 475.61 In Receivership 000865.00 FOUR WINDS MOTEL Unit A 10310 97 Street $ 5,415.70 $ - $ 5,415.70 In Receivership 000866.01 FOUR WINDS MOTEL Unit B 10310 97 Street $ 944.66 $ - $ 944.66 In Receivership
TOTAL $ 10,426.90
TAXES HOUSING TAXES > PROVINCE WILL NOT PAY 2016 Taxes 2017 Taxes Tax Roll Name Addressline1 remaining remaining Penalties to date TOTAL TO WRITE OFF Prov will not pay due to 1548.000 Alberta Infrastructure 10403 94 Street $ 1,254.03 $ - $ 1,254.03 contamination
GRAND TOTAL $ 1,254.03 $ - $ 1,254.03
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BUSINESS
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TOWN OF HIGH LEVEL
Request for Decision
Issue: Aquatic Centre Sand Filters
Recommendation:
THAT Council reallocate the 2018 capital project money for the automated chemical controller/pool pilot to automated chemical controller/pool sand filter replacement.
CAO Comments:
Target Decision Date: February 26th, 2018
Submitted By: Serena Weipert, Director of Community Services
Reviewed By: Dan Fletcher, CAO
48 BACKGROUND
Overview:
In January, the Aquatic Centre had one of their sand filters internal mechanics and lid blow apart. These sand filters are obsolete as they are old, and the intended purpose of these filters were residential. We are no longer able to purchase and replace the correct parts for these filters. We currently have the broken sand filter isolated and are running off two filters. With only two filters operational we are unable to consistently run within the Alberta Pool Standards Act filtration rates. Due to the age of the filters we are unable to just replace the one filter as they are no longer made to fit within our existing filtration system; therefore we need to replace all three filter and the plumbing to intergrade it into the water treatment system.
Legislation and Policy: Alberta Pool Standards Act: Filtration Rates
Financial: In the 2018 capital budget, the Community Services Department was approved to purchase a new automated chemical controller and pool pilot with a budget of $65,000. Automated Aquatics was in the aquatic facility February 21 & 22 to replace these pieces of equipment and inspect the operational mechanics. The automated chemical controller was replaced, and once operational they were able to identify that there was no issues with the pool pilot, therefor there is no need to replace it. The pool pilot was serviced and inspected and found to be in good running condition. This piece of equipment does need yearly preventative maintenance which is included in the operational budget yearly. The cost of the automated chemical controller and visit from Automated Aquatics totaled $18,986, leaving $46,014. After the inspection of the operational mechanics and discussion regarding the filtration system, Automated Aquatic has given us a quote and made a recommendation of 3 Waterco SMDD900 filters totaling $24,555; for them to return to High Level, change out the plumbing and install the filters an additional $8,000, totaling $32,555 for the whole project. This amount is within the remaining dollar amount left from the original project and still leaves $13,459 for contingency.
Organizational: To continue to provide Aquatic activities and services to the community we must operate our facility by the Alberta Pool Standards Act.
Comments: This project will continue to meet the country funding agreement as it is replacement of capital assets in order to continue to provide aquatic services. Administration is
49 requesting council to reallocate the funding provided for the pool pilot (which after inspection and replacement of the chemical controller if operating well) to replace the 3 pool sand filters and plumbing to intergrade the filtration system into the water treatment system. The time lag for delivery of the filters from the order date is 12-15 weeks. Once the filters arrive the aquatic centre will need to be closed for 3 - 5 days for tear out and installation. This closer would happen before the summer swim lessons commence. During this shutdown time the staff would complete a deep clean of the facility and we would work towards not having a shutdown in the fall.
The aquatic centre is currently operating with 2 sand filter which when freshly backwashed just meet the Pool Standards act. These filters should be backwashed every two weeks. With operating on only two filters, to continue to meet the standards, they need to be backwashed twice a week. Every time you backwash the filters you are reducing the life of the sand and increasing water and chemical costs. This also increases the cloudiness of the water, which increases risk and can lead to having to shut down the pool to the public for a duration of time to regain clarity.
Alternatives:
THAT Council reallocate the capital project money for the automated chemical controller/pool pilot to automated chemical controller/pool sand filter replacement.
That Council accept for information.
That Council direct Administration for further information.
Recommended Alternative:
THAT Council reallocate the capital project money for the automated chemical controller/pool pilot to automated chemical controller/pool sand filter replacement.
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51 From: DCO [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: February-20-18 3:38 PM To: ‘distribution list’ Subject: District of Sicamous - Prevention of Quagga and Zebra Mussels
On behalf of Mayor and Council for the District of Sicamous, BC please find attached a copy of a letter sent to Honourable Heyman, Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy regarding the prevention of quagga and zebra mussels.
Mayor and Council are requesting your support in this action. A template letter has been attached.
Respectfully,
Julia
Julia Payne, Deputy Corporate Officer District of Sicamous | Box 219, 446 Main Street | Sicamous, BC V0E 2V0 t: 250-836-2477 | f: 250-836-4314
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District of Sicamous
446 Main Street T: 250 836 2477
PO Box 219 F: 250 836 4314 [email protected] Sicamous, BC E: V0E 2V0 sicamous.ca
November 29, 2017
Honourable George Heyman Minister of Environment and Climate Change Strategy Via E-mail: [email protected] PO Box 9047 Stn Prov Govt Rm 112, Parliament Buildings Victoria, BC V8W9E2
Re: Prevention of Quagga and Zebra Mussels
Dear Honourable Heyman,
On behalf of the District of Sicamous we write to express our concern about the threat of Quagga and Zebra mussels. Sicamous submitted a resolution at UBCM that was endorsed requesting more funding from the Provincial Government to increase awareness and Education for the threat of Quagga and Zebra mussels into BC Lakes.
The effects to ALL BC Lakes would be devastating:
• Zebra and quagga mussels filter water to the point where food sources such as plankton are removed, altering food webs. This also causes clearer water, allowing sunlight to penetrate deeper, increasing growth of aquatic vegetation. One mussel can produce one million mussels per year. • Impact fish and wildlife by increasing toxic algal blooms. • Large colonies affect spawning areas, impacting the survival of fish eggs. • Affects recreational activities by cutting swimmers feet as a result of their sharp shell • Non-reversible once infested with mussels, all BC Lakes will be contaminated and there is currently no solution to destroy them. • Cost to British Columbia will be Billions, to government, taxpayers and businesses if mussels manage to get into our eco-system • Eco-system compromised, water intakes plugged, fish destroyed, beaches destroyed • No long-term research provided on drinking water quality • Negative tourism impact
Solutions:
• Guard the boarders - cost British Columbia Millions to guard the boarders 24/7 365 days per year to prevent infestation or Boat border crossing hours, that work. • Train border patrols – this is a serious issue, they must collect the correct information from boaters (of all kinds such as zodiacs, blow up paddle boards)
53 • More conservation officers, with more authority • This is no longer a campaign, it should now be a department of the government with funding to continue prevention • This is no longer a provincial problem, it is a federal problem, lakes that are contaminated in Canada should not be allowed to let boats leave without inspection to prevent contaminating other lakes. • Transport Canada should now prevent float planes from hoping provinces and states • Education – Major Media campaign announcing BC’s commitment to keep our waters pristine. TV, Billboards, News paper, social media • All Municipalities and Regional Districts should run a banner on their website home pages – “British Columbia is Committed to keeping their lakes Quagga and Zebra Mussel free. Please respect our Lakes and boarder crossing patrols, STOP at the boat inspection stations”. This should have a link to a website explaining the seriousness of this issue, and explain fines for breaking the law by transporting invasive species. • All British Columbia tourism sites should also announce and run the banner on their sites. Tourism will stay healthy if BC lakes stays healthy. • Boaters registration, should include education • Immediate allocations of funds dedicated to research, to enable BC biologists to work on a solution with Manitoba & US studies research groups. Let’s work on removing them, together. • Collaborate with infested US bordering Lakes on research and prevention of cross contamination. • Collaborate with Alberta and Saskatchewan to stay mussel free
Funding:
BC government will find the funds (billions) if we lose the battle against mussels, as we’ll need to manage the problem. This is how can we help fund the prevention now (millions):
• Out of province user pay at all BC boat ramps • Lake passes for BC boaters • All fines are allocated back to the program • Boat registration increase some funding back to project
Thank you for your consideration of this issue.
Regards,
Terry Rysz, Mayor DISTRICT OF SICAMOUS
Cc: Mark Zarcharias, Deputy Minister (via email: [email protected]) Wendy Booth, UBCM President (via email: [email protected]) UBCM Members (via emails)
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DATE, YEAR
Honourable Shannon Phillips Minister of Environment and Parks, Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office Office of the Minister Environment and Parks 208 Legislature Building 10800 - 97 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 2B6
Via E-mail: [email protected]
Re: Prevention of Quagga and Zebra Mussels
Dear Honourable Heyman,
On behalf of YOUR MUNICIPALITY we write to express our concern about the threat of Quagga and Zebra mussels. The District of Sicamous, BC submitted a resolution at their UBCM that was endorsed requesting more funding from the Provincial Government to increase awareness and Education for the threat of Quagga and Zebra mussels into their Lakes.
The effects to ALL Lakes would be devastating:
Zebra and quagga mussels filter water to the point where food sources such as plankton are removed, altering food webs. This also causes clearer water, allowing sunlight to penetrate deeper, increasing growth of aquatic vegetation. One mussel can produce one million mussels per year. Impact fish and wildlife by increasing toxic algal blooms. Large colonies affect spawning areas, impacting the survival of fish eggs. Affects recreational activities by cutting swimmers feet as a result of their sharp shell Non-reversible once infested with mussels, all lakes will be contaminated and there is currently no solution to destroy them. Cost will be Billions, to government, taxpayers and businesses if mussels manage to get into our eco-system Eco-system compromised, water intakes plugged, fish destroyed, beaches destroyed No long-term research provided on drinking water quality Negative tourism impact
Solutions:
Guard the boarders - cost Millions to guard the boarders 24/7 365 days per year to prevent infestation or Boat border crossing hours, that work. Train border patrols – this is a serious issue, they must collect the correct information from boaters (of all kinds such as zodiacs, blow up paddle boards) More conservation officers, with more authority 55 This is no longer a campaign, it should now be a department of the government with funding to continue prevention This is no longer a provincial problem, it is a federal problem, and lakes that are contaminated in Canada should not be allowed to let boats leave without inspection to prevent contaminating other lakes. Transport Canada should now prevent float planes from hoping provinces and states Education – Major Media campaign announcing commitment to keep our waters pristine. TV, Billboards, News paper, social media All Municipalities and Regional Districts should run a banner on their website home pages – “Alberta is Committed to keeping their lakes Quagga and Zebra Mussel free. Please respect our Lakes and boarder crossing patrols, STOP at the boat inspection stations”. This should have a link to a website explaining the seriousness of this issue, and explain fines for breaking the law by transporting invasive species. All tourism sites should also announce and run the banner on their sites. Tourism will stay healthy if the lakes stays healthy. Boater’s registration should include education. Immediate allocations of funds dedicated to research, to enable biologists to work on a solution with Manitoba & US studies research groups. Let’s work on removing them, together. Collaborate with infested US bordering Lakes on research and prevention of cross contamination. Collaborate with British Columbia and Saskatchewan to stay mussel free.
Funding:
Alberta government will find the funds (billions) if we lose the battle against mussels, as we will need to manage the problem. This is how we can help fund the prevention now (millions):
Out of province user pay at all boat ramps Lake passes for boaters All fines are allocated back to the program Boat registration increase some funding back to project
Thank you for your consideration of this issue.
Regards,
Cc: Al Kemmere, AAMDC President (via email: [email protected]) AAMDC Members (via emails)
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Edmonton Alberta Health Services faces lawsuits, judicial review over air ambulance contracts
Losing bidders in Peace River and Medicine Hat slam contract process as ‘a sham’ and unfair
Roberta Bell - CBC News
February 19, 2018
There are multiple litigations around how the latest Alberta Health Services air ambulance contracts were awarded. (Supplied)
Two Alberta airline companies are taking Alberta Health Services to court, with Northern Air alleging the agency's process for selecting air ambulance operators was "dramatically devoid of the appearance of fairness" and Integra Air alleging it was "a sham."
AHS launched a request for proposals (RFP) process at 10 locations across the province.
Before Can-West Corporate Air Charters was awarded the contracts for eight locations last March, AHS contacted Northern Air in Peace River and Integra Air in Medicine Hat and Calgary to extend their existing contracts in those locations for three months.
71 The company that landed the contracts was supposed to take over in April 2017, but Can- West didn't have the infrastructure in place to do so in either location.
Air ambulance changes have Peace River worried
Nate Hilman, president of Northern Air which requested a judicial review in September 2017 after repeated short-term extensions of its contract, told CBC News it suggests "serious issues" with AHS's procurement process.
Integra Air filed an $8-million lawsuit in January 2018 against AHS and CanWest, alleging that Can-West, favoured by AHS, misrepresented its ability to carry out the contractual obligations.
AHS denies any wrongdoing, said spokesperson Kerry Williamson in an email.
"AHS remains confident that it conducted a fair RFP process with the goal of ensuring safe, excellent air ambulance service across the province," the email said.
Can-West did not comment and pointed CBC News to court documents.
The search for operators
In court documents, Northern Air and Integra Air both note AHS said potential air ambulance operators had to have bases in the locations for which they were bidding to serve.
Can-West did not have bases in Peace River or Medicine Hat.
"They selected an unqualified proponent for the Peace River base, at least. They were unqualified back in 2016. They were unqualified at the award of the contract in March of 2017 and they're still unqualified today," Hilman said.
Province commits to fixed funding for air ambulance in northeastern Alberta
In the application for a judicial review, Northern Air cites concerns about Can-West's ability to obtain operating certificates or fulfill the aircraft and infrastructure criteria and experience for specialized services - all criteria to provide air ambulance service, according to the document.
"The manner in which AHS conducted the [request for proposals] process has been so dramatically devoid of the appearance of fairness that the administration of justice is at risk of being brought into disrepute," the document states.
The judicial review is scheduled for June 2018 and is expected to last six to eight weeks.
Northern Air will continue to provide air ambulance for the municipality until March 31, when the latest extension of its contract expires.
72 Being blocked?
The future is uncertain after that, when Can-West is scheduled to take over.
The company, which is still not yet set up at the Peace River Airport, blames the municipality, alleging it has been blocked in subsequent attempts to obtain a hangar there.
Peace River Mayor Tom Tarpey told CBC News the airline did try to acquire a hangar at the airport, but said all of the leases had been spoken for.
"They still are, actually," Tarpey said.
Can-West filed a lawsuit against the Town of Peace River on Nov. 10.
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According to a court briefing document provided by the town, another company, Highland Helicopters with a hangar at the airport, has agreed to transfer its lease at the airport.
Tarpey said the municipality has been advised not to permit the transfer until the judicial review is carried out.
"I would say there is a possibility of them getting a hangar, but I think we should wait until the judicial review is done," Tarpey said.
Tarpey noted that the hangar Can-West is pursuing is not equipped with a taxiway. One would need to be built, requiring NavCan and Transport Canada approvals, the mayor said.
Avoiding service interruption
In its email statement, AHS said the agency is "reviewing options to ensure patient care is not impacted if Can-West is unable to secure appropriate hangar space by April 1."
Hilman said Northern Air is "absolutely willing" to work with the agency to continue to provide air ambulance service from Peace River, but has not been contacted about a further contract extension.
Northern Air, based in Peace River, is the sole airline offering chartered flights out of the Peace River Airport. The mayor previously voiced concerns about the airline leaving in the event it loses the air ambulance contract.
Northern Air offers daily scheduled flights between Peace River and Edmonton.
Hilman would not disclose the value of the contract, but court documents provide some details.
73 A significant portion of the airline's employees work with air ambulance services.
Hilman noted that the RFP process has caused "significant challenges" for his company with consecutive short extensions of the air ambulance contract.
"That's very hard on our employees. It created a great deal of uncertainty," Hilman said.
"I don't really want to speculate on Northern Air's future," he said. "We will make every effort that we can to maintain our level of service in Peace River."
Integra Air sues for damages
Integra Air, the long-time air ambulance operator in Medicine Hat and Calgary, sued AHS and Can-West in January 2018, seeking $8-million in damages.
Integra alleges in the lawsuit that the "process was a sham" and echoed many of the the same concerns cited by Northern Air in its application for a judicial review, including that Can-West did not have space at the local airport (again, a requirement to land the air ambulance contract). 'We will make every effort that we can to maintain our level of service in Peace River.'- Nate Hilman, president of Northern Air
According to the lawsuit, AHS was in contact with Can-West, its "pre-desired proponent," during the request for proposals process.
Integra alleges the agency maintained its commitment to Can-West, even after learning that "Can-West had made misrepresentations and had provided inaccurate and/or misleading information in one or more of its proposals."
Integra claims it was led to believe in March 2017 that its contract would be extended in Medicine Hat and Calgary, given that Can-West was not ready to take over for a year.
In June 2017, Integra alleges AHS issued a notice that the econtract would be split. Can-West would begin operations out of Calgary in September.
Integra is seeking $6.5 million, its estimated "lost profit on this final contract." The airline is also seeking an additional $1 million for lost service fees and $500,000 in punitive damages. [email protected]
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74 From: Alberta Cannabis Secretariat [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: February-20-18 3:26 PM To: Alberta Cannabis Secretariat
Please note, an earlier version of this email had an error in the Municipal Fact Sheet. Please refer to the version included here.
Thank you very much.
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Good afternoon,
On April 13, 2017, the Government of Canada introduced legislation to legalize, regulate, and restrict access to cannabis. This legislation is expected to come into effect by the summer of 2018.
In response to the federal government’s decision to legalize cannabis, and following extensive engagement with Albertans, the Government of Alberta released the Alberta Cannabis Framework which outlines what to expect when cannabis becomes legal in our province. In November last year, Bill 26: An Act to Control and Regulate Cannabis was passed in the Alberta legislature, giving the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission authority for oversight, compliance and retail licensing, enabling online sales, and creating restrictions on youth possession and public consumption.
The Alberta Cannabis Secretariat has been working closely with the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association throughout the development of the Alberta Cannabis Framework, Bill 26-An Act to Control and Regulate Cannabis, and the associated regulations under the Act.
The Government of Alberta committed to providing municipalities with information specifically related to their anticipated roles and responsibilities under Bill 26. Attached for your information is a fact sheet that highlights some of the main areas where municipalities will play an important role in the regulation and enforcement of legal cannabis in your communities.
The Alberta Cannabis Secretariat will continue to work closely with municipalities and municipal organizations to ensure that the necessary information and tools are in place to facilitate the development and implementation of new bylaws and processes where required.
Over the coming weeks, please feel free to contact Ryan Black, Director of Intergovernmental Relations with the Alberta Cannabis Secretariat, if you have any questions. He can be reached by email at [email protected]. For detailed information on all of Alberta’s activities associated with cannabis legalization, please visit our website at www.alberta.ca/cannabis.
Sincerely,
Alberta Cannabis Secretariat
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With the federal government set to The AGLC will regulate retail licensing and legalize cannabis this summer, Alberta licensees must follow rules set by government, which include where stores can has passed legislation that will meet be located, hours of operation, physical store that deadline, while also meeting the requirements, age of staff and staff training. expectations of Albertans. The The maximum hours of operation for cannabis legislation, along with associated retail stores will be aligned with the limits for alcohol retail stores (10 a.m. - 2 a.m.). regulations, establishes overarching Provincial regulations will establish minimum rules and guidelines for Alberta’s setback distances of 100 metres for cannabis cannabis system and provides stores from sensitive land uses, such as municipalities a significant role in schools and provincial health care facilities.
shaping how cannabis will be sold and Municipal role consumed within their communities. Municipalities will continue to have the authority to set the development rules for new cannabis developments in their existing land Cannabis Consumption use bylaws, and to make decisions on development applications relating to cannabis Albertans who are 18 or older may smoke or vape retail locations. cannabis at home and in some public places, but Municipalities will now also be responsible for not in vehicles, cannabis retail outlets, anywhere ensuring their land use bylaws are consistent smoking or vaping tobacco is restricted, or in with Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis Regulation areas frequented by children, including school requirements for cannabis retail locations. and hospital properties and within five metres of Municipalities will have discretion to vary skate parks, spray parks, and playgrounds. certain rules to be either more or less restrictive than the regulations set by the Municipal role province. For example: Using existing authorities (i.e. bylaws), o Based on local requirements, municipalities may decide to place further municipalities could create more restrictive restrictions on where cannabis may be hours of operation for cannabis stores; or, consumed in public spaces within their o Establish shorter or further distances from community. sensitive use areas. Where applicable, municipalities will also be Retail Sales for Cannabis responsible for granting development approvals and/or business licences to Albertans may purchase cannabis products prospective cannabis retailers. Municipalities online through a website operated by the will need to develop appropriate application Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission processes, licence conditions and fees, and (AGLC). assessment criteria to ensure that cannabis Albertans may also buy cannabis products retailers meet the needs of the communities in through privately owned and operated which they are located. specialized retailers.
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Cannabis Production Enforcement and Impaired Driving While the Alberta government is responsible Federal, provincial and municipal for regulating the distribution and retail system governments will share responsibility for for non-medical cannabis, the federal enforcing cannabis-related offences. government will continue to be responsible for The federal government has introduced developing, licensing and regulating cannabis legislation that makes changes to impaired production facilities. driving laws in the Criminal Code. It is working
on the approval of roadside screening devices Health Canada will be responsible for that will assist law enforcement officers in enforcing matters related to regulating addressing drug-impaired driving. The Alberta licensed producers and cannabis production. government is continuing to work with the As with the existing retail approach to liquor, federal government to ensure there is the AGLC will be responsible for enforcing all adequate support for law enforcement training provincial rules and regulations related to the and equipment. retail sale of cannabis in Alberta.
Municipal role Municipal role Municipalities will be responsible for enforcing Municipalities will continue to be responsible municipal guidelines and bylaws created for establishing land use bylaws and within their jurisdiction (e.g. land use, public considering development applications related spaces, nuisance complaints, etc.). This to cannabis production facilities. includes areas where municipalities have Municipalities will need to work with created rules above and beyond minimum prospective producers and the federal requirements set by the province. government to determine how production Municipal police forces will continue to be facilities will be treated within their responsible for enforcing provincial and communities. federal laws related to cannabis possession When considering how cannabis production and consumption, as well as impaired driving facilities in their jurisdictions should be and public safety. classified under the Alberta Building Code, municipalities can contact Alberta Municipal Affairs for advice as needed. Next Steps The Alberta government will continue working closely with municipalities to ensure municipal governments are able adapt to cannabis legalization within their communities. The Alberta government is in the process of finalizing our approach to cannabis taxation and exploring potential measures to address workplace safety issues and overall public education related to legalized cannabis. . For more information on cannabis and legalization, please visit www.alberta.ca/cannabis and www.aglc.ca/cannabis
You may also visit the Federation of Canadian Municipalities to learn more about how municipalities can prepare for legalization.
77 The Future of Cannabis in Alberta AGE LIMIT The rules around cannabis in Alberta once it is legal in summer 2018.
LICENSED GROWERS PROVINCIAL GOVERNMENT OVERSIGHT WORKPLACE Strictly regulated by the The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) directly Alberta is reviewing all existing federal government. manages how cannabis gets from the licensed grower to the retailer. regulations and programs to ensure rules continue to address impairment at work.
AGLC-OPERATED ONLINE SALES Age verification occurs at point of sale and at delivery.
ADVERTISING Product advertising will only be allowed inside cannabis stores. DRIVING Police are able to suspend licences and PRIVATE CANNABIS seize vehicles if people drive impaired, RETAIL STORES including impairment by cannabis. May only sell cannabis and cannabis accessories. Minors are prohibited from entering cannabis stores, POSSESSION even if accompanied by Adults can possess an adult. up to 30 grams of legal PUBLIC CONSUMPTION HOME cannabis in public. Each household is allowed to grow up to four plants. Landlord and tenant agreements or condo bylaws OWNERS AND STAFF can be used to set rules for consumption and growing. Must undergo extensive background checks. Qualified employees must be 18 and Smoking and vaping cannabis are prohibited in areas undertake training. frequented by kids and other public places where smoking tobacco is prohibited. February 2018 alberta.ca/cannabis78 Jurisdictional Responsibilities
Responsible Activity Federal Provincial Municipal
Possession limits **
Trafficking
Advertisement & packaging **
Impaired driving
Medical cannabis
Seed-to-sale tracking system
Production (cultivation and processing)
Age limit (federal minimum) **
Public health
Education
Taxation
Home cultivation (growing plants at home) **
Workplace safety
Distribution and wholesaling
Retail model
Retail location and rules
Regulatory compliance
Public consumption
Land use/zoning
79 From: Seniors and Housing Information [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: February-15-18 2:56 PM Cc: Seniors and Housing Information
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Alberta Seniors and Housing and the Alberta Association of Seniors Centres are pleased to co-host the 2018 Grey Matters Conference. This two-day conference offers seniors service providers opportunities to network, gain knowledge and increase awareness of issues, supports and services for seniors. Conference delegates will hear from dynamic speakers and learn about best practices, emerging issues and trends that enhance seniors wellbeing. Registration will be open in the spring.
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February 14, 2018
Honourable Kathleen Ganley Minister of Justice and Solicitor General 424 Legislature Building 10800 97 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 2B6
Dear Minister Ganley:
The legalization of cannabis for recreational use will have significant fiscal impacts on municipalities. Our members expect to see increased costs due to increased demands on policing, bylaw enforcement, and fire units; amendments to municipal bylaws, policies, and administrative processes; and social impacts (see enclosure for details). As with any significant policy shift, there are also likely to be unintended consequences that result in unexpected costs.
The federal government has expressed its intention that municipalities receive a fair share of cannabis excise tax. On December 13, 2017, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated in Parliament that “cities and towns across the country are among our most important partners in our effort to legalize and strictly regulate access to cannabis. That is why we are providing the provinces and territories 75 per cent of collected excise tax from cannabis, so municipalities can get the resources they need to keep cannabis away from kids and profits out of the hands of criminals. This agreement will be reviewed within six months of legalization to confirm that communities, cities, and towns are well supported by the provinces.” AUMA strongly believes that the provincial government should ensure adequate funding from cannabis tax revenue flows through to municipalities to cover all municipal costs incurred as a result of legalization.
Using data from jurisdictions that have legalized cannabis for recreational use, as well as cost projections developed by the City of Calgary and the Federation of Canadian Municipalities, we estimate that Alberta municipalities will incur from $26 to $42 million in costs due to legalization. We therefore request that the province provide 70 per cent of the cannabis excise taxes it receives from the federal government, to Alberta municipalities to offset their costs associated with cannabis legalization. As the province will generate additional revenues as the sole distributor and online retailer in Alberta, we believe this request is more than fair and equitable.
In addition to ongoing costs associated with legalization, municipalities expect to incur a number of one-time, start-up costs associated with preparing for the implementation of
93 cannabis legalization. Accordingly, we request that the province establish a $30 million fund in Budget 2018/19 to help Alberta municipalities offset the costs of transitioning to the new legislative and regulatory framework.
Lastly, we would like to acknowledge the significant uncertainty around existing statistics related recreational consumer use and illicit market sales. Given the corresponding uncertainty inherent in our municipal cost projections, we request that in three years’ time, the province conduct a review of the provincial-municipal cannabis tax sharing agreement to ensure that municipalities have the resources they need to fulfill their new roles and responsibilities.
I would be pleased to meet with you to discuss this matter further. Your staff may contact me at [email protected] to schedule a meeting at your convenience.
Sincerely,
Barry Morishita AUMA President
If you would like to discuss this matter further, please feel free to contact me by email at [email protected] or my cell phone at (403) 363-9224. cc: Honourable Shaye Anderson, Minister of Municipal Affairs
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Legalization of Cannabis for Recreational Use - Government Responsibilities and Revenues
Municipal Government Provincial Government Federal Government
Responsibilities
Policing and enforcement Siting and operation of retail stores Licensing and enforcing grow o Training for constables/peace o Training retail and management operations officers staff on social responsibility Regulating edibles o Acquisition of testing devices o Store licensing and inspections Setting advertising and packaging o Impaired driving enforcement o Compliance with packaging and standards o Possession and youth possession advertising standards Prosecuting illegal grows o Gangs and illegal activity Policy for consumption venues Defending challenges to regulation Emergency response Public health and education and criminal law Social housing rules and management campaigns Policy development (grow Courts operations and prosecutions Provincial highway driving operations, distribution, sales, o Enforcement staff time and enforcement packaging, etc.) resources Constabulary training programs Public health and educational Zoning for commercial operations (cost recovered) campaigns Education on municipal bylaws, Defending challenges of new International treaties zoning, and business licensing driving offences Tax administration processes Criminal prosecutions for illegal Bylaw enforcement distribution (should decrease over o Storefront closure/prevention of re- long term) opening Primary health care o Home grows o Complaints regarding cultivation o Nuisance complaints o Enforcement of consumption venues
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Revenues
Cannabis excise tax Cannabis excise tax Licensing grow operations Property tax AGLC distribution sales margins Cannabis excise tax Online sales Business (corporate) taxes Business (corporate) taxes
Excise Tax Split Percent of Percent of total provincial allocation Federal government 25% 25% Provincial government 22.5% 0% 75% 3 Municipal governments 52.5% 70%
Total: 100% 100% 100%
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From: AUMA [mailto:[email protected]] Sent: February-22-18 8:37 AM To: Sandra Beaton
AUMA/AMSC Digest of Announcements - Special Cannabis Edition
Province releases rules for cannabis retailers
On February 16, 2018, the Government of Alberta introduced updates to the Alberta Gaming, Liquor, and Cannabis Regulation that will govern how legal cannabis retailers operate. While the regulations will establish a province-wide regulatory framework, municipalities will have the ability to adjust certain aspects to best suit their communities.
The regulation now outlines a number of operational requirements for private retailers, including:
Mandatory background checks for retail licence applicants. Mandatory training and background checks for all retail employees. One person, group, or organization cannot hold more than 15 per cent of retail licences in Alberta. A 100-metre buffer for stores from schools and provincial health-care facilities. However, municipalities have the ability to adjust these buffer zones or add additional ones to best suit their communities’ needs. Store hours set between 10 a.m. and 2 a.m. (the same as liquor stores) with municipalities able to adjust these hours. Mandatory security measures in stores.
Role of the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission
The Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission (AGLC) will carry out licensing, oversight, and compliance functions for private cannabis retailers, as well as manage the distribution of cannabis. Details on the process and requirements for applying to be a cannabis retailer are now available, and the AGLC will begin accepting applications for licences on March 6, 2018.
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The AGLC has the authority to set strict regulatory guidelines and licence requirements for private cannabis retailers: No co-location of cannabis sales with alcohol, pharmaceuticals and tobacco sales will be permitted. Regulations will be aligned with federal rules around advertising, labelling and promotion of cannabis, with the ability to strengthen regulations provincially in the future.
The AGLC will also be responsible for operating online cannabis sales for the province. Details of the online e-commerce site will be unveiled later this year.
AUMA's response to the regulation
We were pleased to see that the updated regulation generally aligns with AUMA’s past advocacy on this topic. For example, the regulation gives municipalities the flexibility to adapt rules around buffer zones and store hours to local needs.
However, there are still a number of questions around legalization that need to be addressed, such as tax revenue-sharing and supports for municipalities in implementing legalization. Additionally, the regulation does not provide an explicit mechanism for municipalities to opt out of having a retail storefront in their community.
AUMA resources for municipalities
AUMA will be hosting a webinar with the AGLC to discuss the licensing process for cannabis retailers. The date for this webinar has not yet been determined, so stay tuned to our weekly Digest for more details. Additionally, the AGLC will be participating in our cannabis session at the Spring 2018 Municipal Leaders’ Caucus. This session will also feature speakers from the Alberta Cannabis Secretariat who will give an overview of the new cannabis regulations.
AUMA is working with Reynolds Mirth Richards and Farmer (RMRF) to develop a resource that will assist municipalities with land-use planning and bylaw development in advance of legalization. This resource will be shared with our membership once it is complete. We will also dedicate a session at Spring 2018 Municipal Leaders’ Caucus to this topic.
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Town of High Level 10511 – 103 Street High Level, AB T0H 1Z0 Canada
Telephone: 780-926-2201 Facsimile: 780-926-2899 [email protected] www.highlevel.ca
Honourable Shannon Phillips Minister of Environment and Parks 208 Legislature Building 10800 - 97 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 2B6
February 16, 2018
Dear Minister Phillips,
LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR NWSAR RECOMMENDATIONS REPORT
As a member municipality of the Northwest Species at Risk Committee (NWSAR) our Council wants to formally express our support for the work that the NWSAR has completed.
We fully support the recommendations report that they have put forward to your government regarding the recovery of Woodland Caribou in Northwest Alberta. We look forward to seeing how these recommendations are incorporated into your government’s draft caribou range plans for the NWSAR region.
We also look forward to your government consulting with our communities on your draft caribou range plans – it is vitally important that you hear from our citizens.
Caribou range plans have the potential to greatly affect our northern livelihoods, industries, businesses, taxes and all the interconnecting factors that this impacts; such as our recreational, education and health care opportunities, along with many other aspects of northern community life.
Overall, the communities in the NWSAR region are already at a disadvantage in terms of education rankings, childhood health, abundance of low-income families and high unemployment rates. If economic activity were to further slow, the consequences could be devastating for our region.
That is why we were encouraged by your public comments made when you visited the NWSAR region in August 2017.
We trust that you will follow through on your commitments and we were happy to hear you say:
That the province has not committed to any protected areas or parks – specifically, that there will be no new protected area or park designations identified within your draft caribou range plans for the NWSAR region;
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That the province will work with local stakeholders to create caribou range plans that are for the longer-term; The province will get the public’s feedback on their draft caribou range plans before they finalize them; Any range plan will take an approach that ensures the environment and economy go hand-in-hand, ensuring Northwest Alberta communities continue to be viable; The province’s plans will include socio-economic analysis to ensure the area’s communities are protected; Forestry and oil and gas tenures, that are currently in place will remain; and The province also wants to avoid the Government of Canada implementing an emergency protection order for caribou, and instead wants to create effective range plans that considers local impacts – creating a solution that will avoid drastic measures imposed on the area, if the caribou are not recovered.
An important aspect that we are concerned about is the proven oil and gas reserves and forestry tenures being protected. While we appreciate that current forestry and oil and gas tenures will remain, what about future development of known resources?
These industries and others are vital to the socio-economic well-being of our region and Alberta’s. Future economic activity in our region must be considered in your government’s caribou range plans and the long-term recovery strategy for this species.
We believe the development of the upcoming Lower Peace and Upper Peace regional land- use plans will also provide a much needed opportunity to find a balance between effective environmental stewardship for all types of species and ecosystems with economic and community prosperity. We look forward to working with you on these regional land-use plans in the near future.
Thank you for your work on this matter and we look forward to engaging with your government as you seek public input on your draft caribou range plans for the NWSAR region.
Yours Sincerely,
Crystal McAteer Mayor
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