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IS MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77
REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
I DATE: 95 0914 1TME: 8:30 AM PLACE: M.D. ADMINISTRATION BUBLDING, f COUNCIL CHAMBERS p Call to Order
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W. 1. Addition to andAdoption of theAgenda [ 2. Adoptionof the minutesof the RegularCouncil Meetingof _ 95 08 23. pi I; i- I 3. Businessarisingfromthe August 10/95Council meeting. p 4. Emergent Items
5. DELEGATIONS/APPOINTMENTS P 25-26 10:00 am Public Hearing re: Bylaw No. 245-95
11:00 am Ratepayers Concerns
* 6. PUBLIC WORKS MATTERS f 1-18 A) Stop and Yield Sign Bylaw No. 247-95 i - Bylaw attached.
P [f 19 B) Buck Creek Lagoon Tender
- Report and recommendation attached. P I). 20-21 C) Paving Estimates for Cynthia and Lodgepole r-Report attached.
7. PLANNING. DEVELOPMENT AND LANDS MATTERS
22-26 A) Application for Re-Designation Highway Commercial to Rural Industrial r Proposed By-Law No. 245-95 Proposed Lot 4, Block 1,(Part ofLot 2, Block 1, Plan 942 1688 - SE 1/4 7-49-7-W5M) .p Applicant/Registered Owner: 357443 Alberta Ltd. f; (MuskwaEnterprises) i. - Report and recommendation attached.
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pi I: I 27-34 B) Application for Subdivision SW 1/44-49-7-W5M (Lot2, Plan 7622449) p Applicant: J.K. Smith &Associates ' Registered Owner: Dr. Taher &Parviz Lookmanjee
- Report and recommendation attached. is I;. [ 35-40 C) Application for Subdivision Part ofthe SW 1/4-1-48-7-W5M p Applicant: M.D. OfBrazeau No.77 f Registered Owner: 527457 Alberta Ltd.
- Report and recommendation attached.
I 41-47 D) Application for Subdivision NE 1/4 15-48-8-W5M r Applicant/Registered Owners: Frank and Albert Gumick
- Report and recommendation attached. Wi j 48-53 E) Application for Subdivision Part ofthe SW 1/4 25-48-8-W5M Applicant/Registered Owner: Karin Ness p i - Report and recommendation attached. r 54-56 D) Application for Subdivision NW1/4 31-49-5-W5M Applicant/Registered Owner:HermanBerry
P - Report andrecommendation attached.
57-58 E) Request for Renewal ofReserve License m Diamond P Ranch (Warren Peck) I Part ofSW 1/4 3-49-7-W5M ' (Lot 8-R, Block 1, Plan 762 2132 Containing 27.98 acres more or less) | -Report and recommendation attached.
59-68 F) Proposed By-law No. 250-95 P (To establish a Development Authority)
Proposed By-law No. 249-95 ip (To establish a Subdivision Authority)
Proposed By-law No. 248-95 (To establisha Subdivisionand DevelopmentAppeal f Board)
- Report and recommendation attached. 'l 69-91 G) Land Use Policy Review - Discussion Paper
- Report attached. I COUNCH. AGENDA -3- 95 0914 f 8. GENERAL MATTERS m 92-95 A) Council and Member-at-largeOrientation
- Report and recommendation attached. P 96-112 B) Review ofAmbulance and Patient Transportation I. Discussion Paper
p - Report andrecommendation attached.
9. CORRESPONDENCE/ITEMS FOR INFORMATION
I 113-115 A) Correspondence from the Alberta Congress Board regarding a conference entitled "Building Alberta's Advantages - People, Technology and Trade". M 116-121 B) Publication entitled"PembinaRiver Flows", datedAugust 1995 from the Pembina FloodplainManagement Study.
122-123 C) Correspondence from Alberta Environmental Protection dated Aug. 23/95 regardingthe transfer oflegislation that regulates landfills and other waste management facilities. Wl 124-125 D) Correspondence from the Institute ofPublic Administration OfCanadadated Aug. 14/95 regardingnominations for The Alberta Lieutenant-Governor's Award ofExcellence In Public Administration.
126-178 E) Correspondence from Alberta Labour dated Aug.21/95 regardingthe Safety Codes system.
179-182 F) Correspondence from the Legislative Assembly ofAlberta dated Aug. 14/95 regarding Video Lottery Terminals. St
183 G) Correspondence from Alberta Office ofthe Commissioner ofServices for Children dated Aug.22/95 regarding meetings.
184 H) Correspondence from Alberta Community Development dated Aug. 29/95 regardingthe funding for the operation p and maintenance ofWilley West Park.
185 I) Correspondence from the Alberta ElectoralBoundaries Commission dated Aug. 25/95 regardingamendments to the Act.
186 J) Correspondence from A.A.M.D. & C. dated Aug. 30/95 regardingthe Provincial Truck Route Task Force.
187-192 K) Correspondence from A.A.M.D. & C. dated Aug. 16/95 m regarding Access to Information guidelines.
193-194 L) A.A.M.D. & C. Executive Meeting Highlights regarding July Board ofDirectors Meeting. j^i IS)
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195 M) A.A.M.D. & C. Executive Meeting Highlights regarding August Board ofDirectors Meeting.
196-197 N) A.A.M.D. & C. MunicipalNews Highlightsdated July 18/95.
198-199 O) A.A.M.D. & C. Municipal News Highlights dated August 16/95.
200-201 P) A.A.M.D. & C. Municipal News Highlights dated August 30/95/
10. COUNCILLOR'S REPORTS
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pi MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, HELD IN THE M. D. ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN DRAYTON VALLEY ON WEDNESDAY, 95 08 23.
CALL TO ORDER Reeve W. Tweedle called the meeting to order at 8:30 am.
PRESENT W. Tweedle, Reeve L. Coward, Councillor l3ft) J. Coombes, Councillor B. Guyon, Councillor E. Lambert, Councillor L. Johnson, Municipal Manager K. Robinson, Recording Secretary
OTHERS T. Trudeau, Western Review
M C.Ward, Ratepayer
ADDITIONS TO Additions To and Adoption ofthe Agenda AND ADOPTION 3^?J OF THE AGENDA 364-95 Moved by B. Guyon to adopt the agenda for the 95 08 23 RegularCouncil Meeting with the following additions:
9. (b) ElectionDecisionregarding Advance Vote (c) Correspondence from Agri-FoodCanada Delegations - 9:00 am QuinComm Entrepreneurship Centre Proposal m CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADOPTION OF Adoption ofMinutes is MINUTES 365-95 Moved by B. Guyon to adoptthe minutes ofthe 95 08 10 RegularCouncilMeeting with amendment on Page5 P3 Resolution # 342-95, condition 1.should read - "That a 30 metre wide service road be dedicated to Alberta Transportation and Utilities, parallel and frontingonto Highway 22 from the north boundary ofproposed Lot 1 to the south boundary ofproposed Lot 2."
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
BUSINESS Business Arising from Previous Minutes ARISING FROM PREVIOUS There was no business arising from the minutes ofthe 95 08 10 p> MINUTES RegularCouncil Meeting.
EMERGENT Emergent Items ITEMS There were no emergent items.
DELEGATIONS/ Delegations/Appointments p APPOINTMENTS Ambulance Service Petition
C. Ward attended the Council Meeting to present a petition of PI signaturesin protestto the reduction in ambulance services in the municipality. \05fffl®- I
COUNCDL MEETING MINUTES 95 08 23
Councildiscussed the petitionand the reasonsforthe reduction in services, explaining that it was on a trialbasisand iftherewas a proven need foradditional services, then the deliveryofthe services would be furtherinvestigated.
C. Ward thanked Council for their time and left the meeting at 8:43 am.
366-95 Moved by J. Coombes to receive the petition for information.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
FINANCE Finance Matters MATTERS p Council reviewed the Cash Statement and Investment Summary for July as submitted by theaccounting and finance department.
367-95 Moved by J. Coombes to approve the July Cash Statement p And Investment Summary.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
M. Schwab arrived at the meeting at 8:55 am. G. Duce arrivedat the meeting at 8:56 am. M. Schwab left the meeting at 8:57 am.
GENERAL General Matters MATTERS Correspondencefrom Iris Evans. M & E Steering Committee
Councilreviewedthe correspondence as submitted.
s> 368-95 Moved by B. Guyon that Administration drafta letterto Minister Tom Thurber and Premier Klein responding to the recent events regardingthe M & E Tax issue.
'IJ CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
K. O'Reilly andB. Eisenarrived atthe meeting at 8:58 am P. Buerge andMr. Tuttlearrived atthe meetingat 9:00am. w> J. Starling arrived atthe meeting at 9:07am.
DELEGATIONS/ Delegations/Appointments M APPOINTMENTS I Entrepreneur Centre
B. EisenandK. O'Reilly attendedCouncil to discuss the Entrepreneur Centre andto clarifythe questions Council had raisedat the 95 08 10 Meeting regarding QuinComm Learning Systems andthe longrange plans forself-sufficiencyofthe program afterthe initialGovernment funding expires..
B. Eisenpresented Council with a package ofresume's anda list of references forQuincomm and reviewed the plans for self-sufficiency by way ofuserfees, financial contributions from the businesscommunityand educational foundations, and use ofcommunity resources. UNKDOPUD I p)
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COUNCDL MEETING MINUTES -3- 95 08 23
M. Schwab arrived at the meeting at 9:15 am. A. Ranger arrived at the meeting at 9:17 am. J. Birch arrived at the meeting at 9:19 am. L. Fleischacker and S. Sawyer arrived at the meeting at 9:25 am. R. Matthews arrived at the meeting at 9:26 am.
K. O'Reilly statedthat Mr. Eisenand herself were attending Council •M today seeking a letter of support for the project in principle to accompany their proposal for funding. rE.Peace arrived at the meeting at 9:30 am. E. Stables arrived at the meeting at 9:35 am
Councilagreedto reviewthe information package received from fp Quincommand to reviewthe issuelater on in the afternoon.
K. O'Reilly and B. EisenthankedCouncilfor their time and left the meeting at 9:37 am. I Several ratepayers and members at large for the MPC, JMPC, and DAB arrived at the meeting at 9:40 am. I Land Use Bylaw Review
R. Matthews reviewed the planning issues that had to be dealt with by p> Dec 1/95 as follows:
1) SubdivisionAuthority- do we want Council to continue to hear jp Subdivision when Council members are onthe Appeal Board?
- 2) DevelopmentAuthority
P 3) Subdivision & Development Appeal Board- Councillors mustnot i Form a majority onthis Board.
_ R. Hogan arrived at the meeting at 9:45 am. [ i M. Schwabreportedthat the ASB had discussedthe LUB in detail and recommended the following: II' 1) Subdivision Authority - Municipal Planning Commission consistingof 3 Councillors and 2 Members-at-large. P 2) Development Appeal Board -2Councillors (other than MPC ! participants) and3 Members-at-large. p E.Stables stated that the Appeal Board should beseparate and made upof I totally impartial members.
M. Schwab stated that committees need to have Council representation P becausethey are ultimately responsible for decisions.
G. Duce stated that the MPC consist of3 members and 2 Councillors.
p> M. Schwab suggested that all interested people submit in writing the concerns they would like addressed in the LUB. UNADOPTED L COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -4- 95 08 23
[ A. Heinrich asked if Council would holda public meeting to discuss the issues included in the review paper.
B. Guyon stated that the issues could be discussed in the candidate forums during the upcoming election.
^ A. Heinrich suggested that a large public meeting be held to inform the public ofthe issues ofconcern.
L. Johnson stated that it was important to separate the issues into separate partsincluding those that need to be done now and those I. that could wait till later.
p Mr. Turtle leftthemeeting at 10:10 am.
W. Tweedle asked the delegationto vote on the issues at hand and the recommendations put forth by the ASB.
| Themajority of delegates agreed onthe following:
DAB - 2 Council and 3 members-at-large for a two year rotation ^ - Councillors on the DAB cannot sit on the MPC or JMPC - Mandate broadened to include subdivision appeals. JMPC - 2 Town, 2 M.D. and 2 members-at-large _ - makes recommendations to the MPC pi A bylaw implementing these changes will be reviewed at the next RegularCouncil Meeting of95 09 14. p E. Stables left the meeting at 11:05 am.
369-95 Moved by B. Guyon to hold a public meeting for ** Sept 14 to initiate public input for the proposed LUB changes. p CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
* Delegates left the meeting at 11:15 am.
P RATEPAYERS Ratepayers Concerns CONCERNS J. Starling asked Council ifthere had been any discussions with the
?) Town regarding the annexation ofthe area West of50th street around Weyerhauser.
W. Tweedle stated that when the Town first approached the M.D., the Town was asked to talk to the adjacent land owners and the M.D. will respect the decision ofthe people.
J. Starling asked ifCouncil had received a report regarding the Omniplex.
P UMDOFftD r COUNCIL MEETING MTNUTES 95 08 23
L. Johnson stated that Council would have representation on the Omniplex c Advisory Board,but that they have not held a meeting. Meetingswould be heldafter completionof the Omniplexand followingthe fall election.
370-95 Moved by B. Guyon that representatives from the Omniplex and the Centraplex in Breton be invited to a Regular Council Meeting to give a progress report.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
PLANNING, Planning.Developmentand Lands Matters DEVELOPMENT AND LANDS Subdivision Application - Bart Guvon. SE26-50-8-W5M MATTERS B. Guyondeclaredconflictof interestand left the meetingat 11:30am.
pj R. Matthews reported that this is an application to createoneagricultural smallholding lot (Al)by consolidating an existing 1.84ha (4.55ac) parcel witha proposed 2.02ha (5.02ac) parcel, thereby resulting in a single3.86ha (9.55ac) parcel.
371-95 Moved by E. Lambert to approve the application for Subdivision subject to the following conditions:
1. Pursuant to Section 92(1)(b) ofthe Planning Act, that the owner/developerenter into a development agreement with the M.D. ofBrazeau No. 77, which is to include the provision oflegal andphysical access to the parcel beingcreated, to the standards and specifications of the M.D. ofBrazeauNo. 77.
2. That, at the time ofregistration, the existing 1.84 ha (4.55 ac) lot, registered as Plan #932 3493, be consolidatedwith the lot being r created.
3. That the owner/developer pay to the Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 cash-in-lieu ofmunicipal reserve for 10% ofthe additional lands (2.02 ha) being added to the parcel being created and the balance ofthe reserve owing be deferred to the remnant ofthe 1/4 Section.
4. Pursuant to Section 91(1)(d) ofthe Planning Act, that all outstanding property taxes be paid.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
P. Buerge left the meeting at 11:30 am.
B. Guyonreturnedto the meetingat 11:40am.
UNADOPTED p COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -6- 95 08 23
ip Sale ofM.D. Owned Lands
Council reviewed the reportsubmitted by R. Matthews, Planning, f1 Development and Lands Officer.
372-95 Moved by B. Guyon to accept the tender submitted by Jerry andJanice Wells for$7500.00. ip
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
P Subdivision Application - Anyus Braseth. SW 30-47-6-W5M ANW19-47-6-WSM
Council reviewed the reportsas submitted by R. Matthews, Planning, pf Development and Lands Officer.
SW 30-47-6-W5M is an applicationto create one 0.95 ha (2.35 ac) p residential lot from an existing unsubdivided 1/4 section.
*- NW 19-47-6-W5M is anapplication to create one1.02 ha(2.53 ac) residentiallot from an existing unsubdivided 1/4 section.
Council discussed the size ofthe lots taking into consideration the sewage disposal requirements. fF) Councilalsoraised questionsregarding the statusofthe well sites and leaseroads on one ofthe quarters in question.
373-95 Moved by L. Cowardto approvethe application for subdivision for SW 30-47-6-W5M subject to the following conditions:
1. Pursuantto Section 92(l)(b) ofthe Planning Act, that the owner/developerenter into a development agreement with the M.D. ofBrazeau No. 77, which is to include the provision oflegaland physicalaccessto the parcel being created, to the standards and specifications ofthe M.D. of Brazeau No. 77.
2. Pursuantto Section 91(1)(d) ofthe Planning Act, that all outstandingpropertytaxes be paid.
3. Parcel size may be enlarged sufficiently to allow for the existing sewagedisposal system to conform with the setbackrequirements ofAlberta Labour PrivateSewage DisposalRegulations.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
ADJOURNMENT Adjournment for Lunch FOR LUNCH 374-95 Moved by J. Coombes to adjourn for lunch at 12:00. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY UMBOF^ COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 95 08 23
CALL TO ORDER Reeve W. Tweedle called the meeting to order at 1:03 pm.
PRESENT W. Tweedle, Reeve pi L. Coward, Councillor B. Guyon, Councillor J. Coombes, Councillor E. Lambert, Councillor L. Johnson, Municipal Manager R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer K. Robinson, Recording Secretary
OTHERS T. Trudeau, Western Review A. Heinrich, Ratepayer p I: PLANNING, Planning. Development and Lands Matters DEVELOPMENT AND LANDS Subdivision Applications - Angus Braseth MATTERS Councilreviewedthe report as submitted by R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer.
375-95 Moved by J. Coombesto approvethe application for subdivision forNW 19-47-6-W5M subject to the following conditions:
1. Pursuantto Section 92(1)(b) ofthe Planning Act, that the owner/developerenter into a development agreement with the M.D. ofBrazeau No. 77, which is to include the provision oflegal andphysical access to the parcel being created,to the standardsand specifications ofthe M.D. of Brazeau No. 77.
2. Pursuantto Section 91(1)(d) ofthe Planning Act, that all outstanding propertytaxes be paid.
3. Parcel size may be enlarged sufficiently to allow for the existing sewagedisposal system to conform with the setbackrequirements ofAlberta LabourPrivate Sewage DisposalRegulations.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
GENERAL General Matters MATTERS Election Decision Regarding Advanced Vote
Councilreviewedthe report as submitted by the Administrative Co-ordinator.
376-95 Moved by B. Guyon to rescind motion 257-95 and reschedule the advance vote and an incapacitated elector's vote on Wednesday, October 11, 1995.
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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -8- 95 08 23 jp Correspondence from Agri-Food Canada Council reviewed correspondence from Agri-Food Canada requesting supportto keypunch the municipality waterwell data intoAlberta Environmental Protection's Groundwater Information Centre database. The information, once keypunched, can be a valuable tool when completing a watersourcing studythat resultsin a watermanagement plan fortheMD. p 377-95 Moved by B. Guyon to support the project and to request that a report be forwarded to the M.D. upon completion.
IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle B. Guyon L. Coward P E. Lambert
OPPOSED: J. Coombes pi CARRIED
ITEMS FOR INFORMATION Correspondence/Items for Information
378-95 Moved by E. Lambert to receive the following correspondence for information:
a) Correspondence from the Alberta CattleFeeders' p Association datedJuly27/95regarding an executive summaryofa recentlycompleted study concerning feedlots.
b) Correspondence fromthe Provincial CodesSafety Inspection ServicesLtd.datedJuly 25/95 regardingthe Building, Plumbing, Gasand Electrical disciplines.
c) Coirespondence fromTom Thurber,Minister of Municipal Affairs dated August 1/95 regarding the Subdivision and DevelopmentRegulationDiscussion Paper.
[• d) LetterfromTy Lundregarding Water ManagementReview Committee's response to water management policy and legislation. - Document is separate attachment 9 e) LetterfromTownof Edsondated95 08 04 regarding a bid for a location ofthe Tourism Destination Region.
f) Minutesof the RegionalMayors/ManagersMeeting of July 24/95.
g) A.A.M.D. & C. Municipal NewsHighlights dated95 08 02 and95 08 09.
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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 95 08 23
PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Matters MATTERS Stop and Yield Sign Bv-law
Council reviewed the report as submitted by T. Fleming, Superintendent OfPublic Works
379-95 Moved by E. Lambert to give first reading to Bylaw 247-95 being a bylawto regulate and control vehicle traffic with respect to highwaysunder the Direction, Control and Managementofthe placing, erecting and marking oftraffic control devices.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
380-95 Moved by B. Guyon to give second reading to Bylaw No. 247-95.
IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle B. Guyon L. Coward E. Lambert
OPPOSED: J. Coombes
CARRIED
Infrastructure Projects
Council reviewedthe report as presented by T. Fleming, Superintendent OfPublic Works.
381-95 Moved by J. Coombes to approve the base and paving ofHamlets as the infrastructure project.
IN FAVOUR: J. Coombes L. Coward
OPPOSED: W. Tweedle p B. Guyon I. E. Lambert
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L 382-95 Moved by B. Guyon to approve the base and paving ofTownship Road 492 from RR 81 to RR83 and the p pavingof RR 81 from Township Road 492 to 494, West ofDrayton Valley as the Infrastructure project
IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle E. Lambert L.Coward B. Guyon
OPPOSED: J. Coombes —-r-r\
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383-95 Moved by B. Guyon to approve the base and paving ofHamlets as a alternate infrastructure project. "
IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle E. Lambert L. Coward B. Guyon
OPPOSED: J. Coombes r
CARRIED • T. Fleming left the meeting at 2:33 pm.
DELEGATIONS/ Delegations/Appointments I APPOINTMENTS Council reviewed the information package submitted by B. Eisen and K. O'Reilly.
384-95 Moved by J. Coombes to table the issue regarding the release ofa letter ofsupport until the next Regular Council Meeting ofSeptember 14, 1995.
CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY
COUNCILLOR Councillor Renorts REPORTS E. Lambert stated that he had attended a Brazeau Foundation meeting and reported discussions regarding security installation andenforcement of the No Smoking rule. Hereported that there will be a barbeque heldfor all seniors on Sept. 25/95 at 5:30pm. Council is invitedto attend.
E. Lambert stated that he also had attended a Landfill meeting and reported thatthe Waste Transfer Siteconcerns previously raised were r addressed. The transfer stations will continue to receive barbed wire, hours have also been extended at some ofthe sites. J> •• Jfrjjv0
B. Guyon reported that he hadattended a meeting regarding an I overview ofthe ASB. He stated that he had also attended an. Arbitration Board Hearing.
J. Coombesreportedthat the Centraplex is progressing well and the doors can be locked now.
ADJOURNMENT Adjournment
385-95 Moved by E. Lambert to adjourn the Regular Council Meeting of 95 08 23 at 3:00 pm. r
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BY-LAW NO. 247-85
1 A BYLAWTO REGULATE ANDCONTROL VEHICLE TRAFFIC WITH RESPECTTO HIGHWAYS UNDER THE DIRECTION, CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT OF THE m MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, AND TO f AUTHORIZE THE PLACING, ERECTING AND MARKING OF TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES.
^ WHEREAS, under Section 18ofthe Highway Traffic Act 1995, Chapter H-7 oftheStatutes of Alberta, 1995, the Council may authorize the placing,erecting and markingof traffic control devices at such locations as Council considers necessary for controlling highways subject to its direction, control and management; p AND WHEREAS under Section 14 of the said Highway Traffic Act the Council generally may - provide forthe regulation and control ofvehicle, animal and pedestriantraffic with respect to highwaysunder its direction, controland management;
AND WHEREAS Councilconsiders it necessary in the interest of publicsafety to pass a bylaw 1 regulating and controlling such traffic and authorizing theplacing and erecting ofsuch traffic control devices;
^ NOWTHEREFORE the Reeve and Councilors ofthe Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 in regular meetingdulyassembled enact as follows:
1. In this Bylaw: pl "Vehicle" means and include motor vehicles, trailers, tractors, traction engines and any vehicle drawn, propelledor drivenby any kindof power, including muscular power. ra "Park"means the standing ofa "Vehicle" as hereinbefore defined, whether occupied or not except (a)when standing temporarily forthe purposeof, and while actually engaged inloading or unloading, or (b) inobedience to a peace officeror traffic controldevice.
2. The Councilors of the Municipal District of Brazeau No.77, or any one of them, or anyone S&wJ acting under their authority, are hereby authorized to mark, erectand placetraffic control deviceson those highways underthe direction, control and managementofthe municipality as hereinafter provided that is to say:
(a) Signs marked "Stop" maybe erected at those locations, highways and intersections as set forth in Schedule 1 attached to and forming part of this bylaw.
(b) Signs marked 'Yield" maybe erected at those locations, highways and intersections as set forth in Schedule 2 attached to and forming part of this bylaw.
3. Where property worded and placed "Stop" signsare displayed the driver oroperatorofa vehicle shallbeforeentering uponthe highway or intersection controlled by the said traffic deviceshallbring such vehicle to a standstill and shall notenter uponthe said highway or intersection forthe purposeofcrossingit, turning on itor proceeding alongituntil the conditions oftraffic on such highway or intersection are such that the Vehicle can enter upon the same in safety. 4. Whereproperly worded and placed'Yield" signs are displayed, the driveror operatorofany vehicle approaching the highway or intersection controlled bysuch traffic deviceneed notstop hisvehicle before entering thereupon, buthe shallyield the right ofwayto allvehicles or traffic upon the highway or intersectionbeing entered upon.
5. Where properly worded and placed "NoParking"signs are displayed no person or persons r shall parkanyvehicle inthose highway areas controlled bythe said traffic devices.
p Fl/ r 6. Anyperson who contravenes the provisionsof this bylaw shall be liableon summary conviction to a penalty not exceeding $100.00 and costs to imprisonment in the nearest common goal for a period not exceeding sixty (60) days.
7. This bylaw hereby repeals BylawNo. 238-95. P DONE AND PASSED in open Council assembled atDrayton Valley in the
Province of Albertathis day of , A.D. ,1995. p Read afirst time this <33nL dav of fht Aftoajfc A.D., 1995. *- Read asecond time this o&rd day of CTm^u^j^ A.D., 1995. p Read a third time with unanimous consent ofthemembers present andfinally I passed this day of .A.D., 1995.
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I I , 3 (PI Sign: Stop f .". 1. ThruNW 23-47-10-W5 facing North bound trafficat intersection.
2. South of SE 36-47-10-W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
p 3. ThruSE 36-47-10-W5 facing Southboundtraffic at intersection. i, : L 4- ThruSE 12-48-10-W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
IP) ! 5- Thru 13-48-10-W5 facing South bound traffic atintersection. pi 6. South of SE 5-50-10-W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection. I 7. ThruSE 3 -47-11-W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection. (P ^ 8. West of NW 21-47-3 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
r 9- West ofSW 29-47-3 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
10. South of SW 30- 47- 3 -W5 facing West bound trafficat intersection. jpi [ 11. West of NW 31-47-3 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection. | 12 • West of NW 32- 47- 3 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
f\ 13. West of NW 33-47-3 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection. i;
14. West of SW 18-48-3 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection. pi if- 15. WestofSW 4 -48-3 -W5 facing South bound traffic atintersection.
; 16. West of SW 5 -48-3 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
17. West of SW 6 -48-3 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
18. West of NW 7 -48-3 -W5 facing North bound trafficat intersection. pi I 19. North of NE 21-47-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection. pi 2°• South of NW 24-47-4 -W5 facing West boundtraffic at intersection.
21. West of NW 31 - 47- 4 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection. ip
22. West of NW 32-47-4 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
23. Thru NE 33 - 47- 4 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
24. West of NW 33-47-4 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection. * Page 2 m S|9n: st°P
- 25. West of NW 33-47-4 -W5 facing South bound trafficat intersection.
F 26. North of NE 35-47-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic atintersection.
27. South of SW 1 -48-4 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection. PI I 28. North of NE 11-48-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
29. South ofSW 13- 48- 4 -W5 facing West boundtraffic at intersection.
30. Thru SW 14- 48-4 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
31. ThruSE 15-48-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
32. South of NW 2 -48-4 -W5 facing West boundtraffic at intersection. pi 33. West of SW 2 -48-4 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
34. North of NE 22- 48-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
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36. South of SW 25- 48-4 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
37. South of SW 26-48-4 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
38. North of NE 3 -48-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
39. North of NE 31-48-4 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
40. ThruNE 31-48-4 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
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44. West of NW 35-48-4 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
45. West of NW 35-48-4 -W5 facing Southbound traffic at intersection.
46. West of SW 5 - 48- 4 - W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
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50. West of NW 6 -49-4 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
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52. West of NW 24-47-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
53. South of SW 26- 47- 5 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
54. South of SW 30-47-5 -W5 facing West bound trafficat intersection.
55. West of NW 31-47-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
56. West of NW 32-47-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
57. West of NW 33- 47- 5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
58. West of NW 34- 47- 5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
59. West of NW 35-47-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
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81. West of SW 2 -49-5 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
82. North of NW 21-49-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
83. North of NE 22-49-5 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
84. West of NW 22-49-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
85. South of SW 26-49-5 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
86. West of SW 27-49-5 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
87. West of SW 29-49-5 -W5 facing South bound trafficat intersection.
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89. West of NW 3 -49-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
90. ThruSW 30-49-5 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
91. West of NW 4 -49-5 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
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190. West of SW 1 - 50- 7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
191. North of NW 10-50-7 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
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218. ThruSSE 4 -50-7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
219. West of SW 5 -50-7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
220. West of SW 6 -50-7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
221. North of NE 35-47-8 -W5 facing East bound trafficat intersection.
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223. West 0f Nyy 1o- 48-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
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226. South of SW 16- 48- 8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
227. West of NW 16- 48- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
228. East of SE 17-48-8 -W5 facing Southbound traffic at intersection.
229. South of SW 17-48-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
230. West of NW 17-48-8 -W5 facing North bound trafficat intersection.
231. West of NW 18- 48- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
232. West of SW 2 -48-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
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234. North of NE 21-48-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection. p^ 235. West of NW 21-48-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
236. West of SW 21-48-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
237. West of SW 22- 48- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
238. West of SW 22-48-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
239. West of NW 23-48-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
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242. West of NW 24-48-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
243. West of SW 24- 48- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
244• North of NE 25-48-8 -W5 facing East bound trafficat intersection.
245. West of NW 25-48-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
246. North of NE 27-48-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
247. South of SW 3 -48-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
248. North of NE 30-48-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
249. North of NE 34-48-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
250. South of SW 35-48-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
251. West of SW 36-48-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
252. North of SE 4 -48-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
253. South of NW 4 -48-8 -W5 facingWest bound trafficat intersection.
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257. West of NW 9 -48-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
258. North of NE 1 -49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
259. ThruNE 1 -49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
260. ThruNE 1 -49-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
261. West of NW 1 -49-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
262. west of NW 10- 49- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
263. West of SW 10-49-8 -W5 facing South bound trafficat intersection.
264. West 0f nw 11 - 49- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection. Page 12 V* Sign: Stop 265. West of NW 12- 49- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
266. West of SW 12-49-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
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268. North of NE 14-49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
269. West of SW 14-49-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
270. West of SW 15-49-8 -W5 facing Southboundtraffic at intersection.
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273. North of SE 19-49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
274. South of SW 2 -49-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
275. South of SW 20-49-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
276. North of NE 23-49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
277. South of SW 24-49-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
278• South of SW 25-49-8 -W5 facing West bound trafficat intersection.
279 • ThruSE 3 -49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
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281. West of NW 31 - 49- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
282. West of NW 32-49-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
283. West of NW 34-49-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
284. West of NW 36-49-8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
285. West of SW 1 -50-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
286. west of NW 10- 50- 8 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection. p 287. North of SE 13-50-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
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292. West of SW 25-50-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
293 * North of NE 26-50-8 -W5 facing East boundtraffic at intersection.
294. West of SW 3 -50-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic ai intersection.
295. West of SW 36-50-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic ai intersection.
296. West of SW 5 -50-8 -W5 facing South bound traffic ai intersection. p 297. North of NE 6 -50-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic ai intersection.
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300. Thru SW 31- 47- 9 -W5 facing North boundtraffic ai intersection.
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302. West of NW 32- 47- 9 -W5 facing North bound traffic ai intersection.
303. West of NW 32-47-9 -W5 facing South bound traffic a intersection.
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25 • North of NE 24-48-6 -W5 facing East boundtraffic at intersection. ra 26. West of SW 28-48-6 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
27. ThruNW 34-48-6 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
28. North of NE 8 -48-6 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
29. North of NE 20-49-6 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection. r 30. North of NE 21-49-6 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection. 31. West of SW 26-49-6 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection. r 32. South of SW 27-49-6 -W5 facing West bound trafficat intersection.
33. South of SW 28-49-6 -W5 facing West boundtraffic at intersection.
^ 34. South of SW 29- 49-6 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
35. West of NW 33-49-6 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
& 36. West ofNW 34-49-6 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
37. South of SW 4 -49-6 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
_ 38. South of NE 17-50-6 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
39. South of SW 17-50-6 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection. r 40. west of NW 3 -50-6 -W5 facing North bound trafficat intersection.
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44. West of SW 28-47-7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
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47. South of SW 14- 48-7 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
48• South of SW 25-48-7 -W5 facingWest bound trafficat intersection.
49. West of NW 7-48-7 -W5 facing North bound trafficat intersection.
50. West of SW 30-49-7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
51. Thru SW 32- 49-7 -W5 facing North bound traffic at intersection.
52. ThruSW 32-49-7 -W5 facing South bound traffic at intersection.
53. ThruSW 32-49-7 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
54. South of SW 20-50-7 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection.
55. North of NE 23-50-7 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection. pi
56. South of SW* 11-49-8 -W5 facing West bound traffic at intersection. sp 57. North of NE 17-49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
58. West of NW 21-49-8 -W5 facing North bound trafficat intersection.
59. North of NE* 3 -49-8 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
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61. ThruNW 13-48-9 -W5 facing East bound traffic at intersection.
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FROM: Rick Flikkema P Utility Co-ordinator
DATE: August 28, 1995
SUBJECT: Tender Opening - Buck Creek Sewage Lagoon
Pi f REPORT:
p ' On August 18, 1995, 8 tenders for the Buck Creek Sewage Lagoon construction were opened. I; Listed from highest to lowest are the results of that tender opening. p> Carmax Construction $276,412.00 I In-Line Augering $264,861.00 IGL Canada Ltd $262,690.00 P Sig Construction $252,483.00 t B.W.Z. Construction $245,659.00 LaForce Construction $234,040.00 f Stream Line Mechanical $233,078.00 1 MAP. Water and Sewer $180,153.00
pi j Because of the paper work involved in subdividing, advertising of the subdivision and surveying, this project will not begin construction until the Spring of 1996. fSI t I have spoken with Fred Bowker of Alberta Transportation and Utilities concerning the financing of this construction project. The funding will not be affected by the delay of construction of this project. P Alberta Environment has no concerns at this time. All the contractors Knew prior to bidding that this t project would not begin construction until 1996.
P RECOMMENDATION:
pi That the Municipal District of Brazeau No, 77 award the contract to bui-c the Buck Creek Sewage Lagoon to MAP. Water and Sewer, and that the Municipal District proceed with signing the contracts as soon as the contracts are made available from the engineer.
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Report to Council
From: Garth Thomson, Project Manager
Date: September 7, 1995
Project: Paving of Cynthia And Iodgepole Streets Paving of Cynthia And Iodgepole Transfer Sites
Recommendation: N/A
Report: Ledcor Industries Ltd. has submitted their price estimates for the above mention projects. The following is the breakdown of each location. PI Cynthia Streets 5650 m2§ $13.82 - $78,083.00
Additional 600 m2 § $13.82 = t 8.292.00 $86,375.00 3% GST t 9.591,95 Total $88,966.25 p Lodgepole Streets 4000 m2 @$12.70 - $50,800.00
3% GST i 1.524.00 Total $52,324.00 pi p $
Cynthia Waste Transfer Site
440 m2 § $14.90 = $6,556.00
3% GST I 196.68 Total $6,752.68 pi
Lodqepole Waste Transfer Site j, 710 m2 § $14.90 = $10,579.00
3% GST i 317.37 f Total $10,896.37 This quote is only good if Lodgepole street is done with this project. If the waste f site is a stand alone project the cost is as follows:
P Lodgepole Waste Transfer Site f 710 m2@ $16.95 = $12,034.50 r \_ p 3% GST $ 361.04 t Total $12,395.54 p
Although the budget has $100,000 for Hamlet improvements and Cynthia paving has been previously approved the waste transfer sites will need to be funded from some where else if council wishes to do them.
i" o> r PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER m REPORT TO COUNCIL
REPORT NO.: DO-126-95
DATE PREPARED: SEPTEMBER 5,1995
DATE PRESENTED: SEPTEMBER 14,1995
SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR RE-DESIGNATION HIGHWAY COMMERCIAL TO RURAL INDUSTRIAL PROPOSED BY-LAW NO. 245-95 PROPOSED LOT 4, BLOCK 1, (PART OF LOT 2, BLOCK ipi 1, PLAN 942 1688 - SE 1/4 7-49-7-W5M) APPLICANT/REGISTERED OWNER: p 357443 ALBERTA LTD. (MUSKWA ENTERPRISES)
RECOMMENDATION: That Council ofthe Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 give second and final reading to proposed By-law No. 245*95 amending the designation as set out in Land Use By-law No. 109-90 for proposed Lot 4, Block 1, (Part ofLot 2, Block 1, Plan 942 1688 - SE 1/4 7-49-7-W5M) from Highway Commercial to Rural Industrial.
REPORT: First reading was given to proposed By-law No. 245-95 by Council at their August 10,1995 meeting. Following this, the proposed re- designation was advertised in the Western Review for two pi consecutive weeks together with letters directed to adjacent landowners. No concerns were raised during the required notification process. Wi p MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 *' BY-LAW NO. 245-95 & WS A BY-LAW OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, IN THE PROVINCE OFALBERTA, TO AMEND BY-LAW NO. 109-90, BEING THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 LAND USE BY-LAW. WHEREAS, Council deems it expedient and proper, under the authority of the Planning Act being Chapter P-9 ofthe Revised Statutes of Alberta 1980, and amendments thereto, to makecertain amendments to By-law No. 109-90; and WHEREAS, the public participation requirements ofSections 139 and 140 ofthe Planning Act, R.S.A. 1980, Chapter 9and amendments thereto, have been complied with; w> NOWTHEREFORE, COUNCIL OFTHE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OFBRAZEAU NO. 77, DULY ASSEMBLED, ENACTS AS FOLLOWS: 1) That the land use designation of Proposed Lot 4, Block 1, ( Pt. ofLot 2, Block 1, Plan 9421688- SE1/4 7-49-7-W5M) highlighted in redonattached Schedule "A", be changed from Highway Commercial to Rural Industrial and the appropriate land use district maps be amended accordingly. 2) This By-Law comes into effect upon the date ofit finally being passed by Council. I READ a first time this /£*• dayof Hu REEVE SI MUNICIPAL MANAGER pi r fl - PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER REPORT TO COUNCIL REPORT NO.: DO-125-95 DATE PREPARED: SEPTEMBER 5,1995 • DATE PRESENTED: SEPTEMBER 14,1995 SUBJECT: APPLICATION FOR SUBDIVISION SW 1/4 4-49-7-W5M (LOT 2, PLAN 762 2449) I APPLICANT: J.K. SMITH & ASSOCIATES REGISTERED OWNER: DR. TAHER & PARVIZ LOOKMANJEE RECOMMENDATION: The Joint Municipal Planning Commission recommended to Council ofthe Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 that approval ofthis subdivision application be granted subject to the conditions as contained in the attached subdivision report. ' Mj I r • i To: Rita Matthews From: Olga Lovatt 8-30-95 12:26pm p. 2 of 7 iS^ «*. Q- Subdivision Report /^~FileNo.:~~ -rr- 95-19 Subject: An application to create two \ comnieirial lots from an existing 10.4 ha (25.64 Datc of Rcjjorfc^" August 29,-1995 ac)lot. The subject lands arc located within the Joint GMP area. :=Date ofMeeting: ~ September 14> 1995 J 1. Background Information Location: The subject lands are located just south of the south boundary ofthe Town of Drayton Valley, on the east side of50th Street. This area is cov ered by the Joint GMP and has just been redis- 5Sf) trictcd from RMHP to CI (Bylaw 243 -95). Legal Description: Lol 2 Plan 762 2449, SWV4-4-49-7-W5M Applicant(s): J.K. Smith & Associates Owner(s): Dr. Taher & Praviz Lookmanjee {^v Date of Acceptance: June 5,1995 Expiry Dale: Odober5,1995 Title Area: 10.4 ha (25.64 ac) Proposed Land Use: Commercial (remnant to remain as RMHP) Proposed Number of Lots: Three Area of Each Proposed Lot: One lot (#7) @.60 ha (1.49 ac) w One lot (#8) @0.53 ha (1.30 ac) One remnant lot @9.27 ha (22.62 ac) Joint CMP Designation: Commercial Land Use By-law District: CI M.D. ofBrazeau Mo. 11 File U95-16 To: Rita Matthews From: Olga Lovatt 8-30-95 12:26pm p. 3 of 7 fr I II. Recommendations rThatthis application for subdivision be APPROVED subject to the following condi tions: 1. Pursuant to Section 655(l)(a) of the Municipal Government Act and Section 50 of the Land Use Bylaw, that the owner/developer provide appropriate buffer treatment to the P satisfaction ofthe development officer along the east side ofPleasantview Road to screen I the existing residential mobile home park from future commercial development. r2. Pursuant to Section 655(l)(b) of the Municipal Government Act, that the owner/developer enter into a development agreement with the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 which is to include, but not be limited to: r- the provision of legal and physicalaccess to all parcels being created, to the standards and specifications of the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77. - the provision of water and sewer services to thesatisfaction of the M.D. of Brazeau No. 77. 3. That the existing 10. 06 metre wide Pembina right-of-way (Plan 66 K.S.) bordering the proposed lots along 50th Street be dedicated to the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 for r future road widening and to ensure that accessto these lots is restricted to I'leasantview Road. 4. Pursuant to Section 91(l)(d) of the Planning Act, that all outstanding property taxes be paid. |& I. Notes: 1. The applicant is strongly encouraged to locate the high pressure gas pipeline P within NUL Righl-of-Way Plan508K.S. prior lo applying for a development | permit in that setbacks may vary. 2. The applicant is advised to ohtain development permits for the lots being r created prior to registration of the Plan of Survey to ensure that appropriate relaxation of Section 96(6)(c) regarding rear yard setbacks is provided and, therefore, that building sites can be identified. If the existing setbacks are IP applied these lots will contain limited, ifany building site area. * III. Summary of Comments from Referral Agencies rl.The following agencies have no objections to the proposed subdivision: - ac;t r- Alberta Transportation and Utilities- no impact on present or future highway operations. - Town of Drayton Valley 1. Road access only through Pleasantview Road. r2.Servicing agreement with the M.D. 3. Pembina r/w Plan 66 K.S. - Should become legal road r/ vv for 50th Street widening. Town has an easement, but this should be part of the Roadway Plan. M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 2 FileU95-16 W* To: Rita Matthews From: Olga Lovatt 8-30-95 12:26pm p. 4 of 7 nP 4. Sewer line extension for servicing Lot 7 and 8 - from Pleasantview Road or 50th Street? 5. Suggestion: The south boundary of the roadway connecting 50th Street could be moved to the north boundary of the pipeline right-of-way Man 4706 K.S. If the owner wishes. Crossroads Regional Health Authority The Health Unit has no objectionto the proposed subdivision, provided that after the subdivision is developed, any sewage disposal system provided shall conform to the requirements of the Alberta Labor Private Sewage Disposal Regulations and be constructed in a manner suitable to avoid any potential environmental or public health concerns. Northwestern Utilities Limited Has no objections subjeel lo the following: 1. NUL's existing easements, board orders, or other land rights shall be carried forward in kind; and registered on any newly created lots, public utility lots, or other properties. 2. Any work of any nature whatsoever affecting the surface of NUL's right-of-way must first receive prior written consent from NUL. 3. No part of NUL's rights-of-way is to be in road right-of-way other than at perpendicular crossings. 4. Each lot is to have a separate service line. 5. If it should be necessary to lower, relocate or make any alterations to our existing pipelines or appurtenances due to this subdivision, all cost will be borne by the developer/owner. 6. Drainage for NUL's above ground appurtenances shall be maintained. If alterations are required, the cost shall be borne by the developer. 7. The owner/developer shall contact NUL to determine and comply with NUL's easement and road alignment requirements. 8. Please contact NUL's Marketing Department at 420-7510 to arrange for servicing of litis sile. ERCB A large diameter high pressure hydrocarbon pipeline is located on the property, (Pipeline Licence # 103, owned by Northwestern Utilities). With respect to public safety, the Boardrecommends that 5 metre setbackform the centre line of a pipeline (or the edge of the pipelineright-of-way, whichever is greater) to individual structures be provided. The5 metre setback from any pipeline is intended to allowfor access to thepipelinefor inspectionand maintenance and to prevent possible third party damage to the pipeline. It is important to note that these setbacks are recommended minimum distances. The Hoard encourages developers/owners to resolve any potential conflicts with the licensee. M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 3 File #95-16 To: Rita Matthews From: Olga Lovatt 8-30-95 12:28pm p. 5 of 7 pi Wf ^ - Mobil Oil of Canada Mobil has no objections to the proposed subdivision, providing no permanent structures are erected on the pipeline rights-of-way, wellsites or access roads. Mobil also requests that the developer follow all AEUB guidelines with respect to construction over licensed pipelines. - Alberta Registries Has no objection but has indicated that the parcel must be affected by way of a Plan of Survey pursuant to Section 85 of the Land Titles Act. The applicant should be advised of this in the approval letter. 2. The following agencies have not responded at the time of writing this report: - TransAlta IV. Analysis 1. Site andSurrounding Area Tlie site is located south of QieTown of Drayton Valley, within the Joint GMP area. Tlie sub ject lands encompass a Veterinary Clinic and Mobile Home Park. Proposed Lots 7 and 8 are currently vacant. The site is relatively flat and slopes gently from northwest to southeast. Four pipeline rights-of-way cross the subject lands. No permanent structures may be erected on the any of these pipeline rights-of-way. A high-pressure natural gas pipeline owned by Northwestern Utilities and crossing the proposed subdivision, near the western edge, generally from northwest to southeast, provides an additional constraint in Qie form of a recommended building setback of5 metres from tiie centerline of the right-of-way or pipeline, whichever is greater. The location and character of Qiese pipelines must be taken pi into consideration when issuing development and building permits. Tlie Infrastructure Evaluation has designated 50fliStreet, which borders the western side of the subject lands, as an arterial roadway. Access to 50th Street will be limited. Future widening of this road way will require additional righl-of-way lo Qie easl. Sile inspection confirmed the informa tion presented on the sketch plan. 2. Subdivision History The proposed subdivision of Lots7 and 8 have been the subject of a recent redisricting ap plication from Rural Mobile Home Park to Commercial( Bylaw(243-95) approved in July, 1995. 3. Conformity witii Qie Municipal Government Act and Subdivision and Development Regulation P Yes 4. Compliance witii Joint General Municipal Plan Yes M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 4 FileU95-16 To: Rita Matthews From: Olga Lovatt 8-30-95 12:28pm p. 6 of 7 & J 5. Compliance witii Land Use By-law Yes - recent redistricting from RMHP to Commercial (Bylaw 243-95). ^ However, given the location of the NULhigh pressure line and the 15 m front j yard setback requirement under Section 96(6)(a), a relaxation oftherearyard setback of 40 m under Section 96(6)(c)will be req uired at the development permit stage to secure building sites. Wt 6. Municipal Comments Agriculture: No comment. Utilities: No comment. Public Works: Proper access concern only. Manager: With the proposed subdivisionis tiiere a chance that we can impose the requirement for a fence lobe installed on the park? Tliesubdivision will begin lo change Qie nature of what is currently tiiere, and much like a public building that is being renovated, it has to be brought up to Qie standards of the present building code, could we not say Qie existing development must lake care of deficiencies before the subdivision is allowed? Just a tiiought. As a ininimum requirement, there should be a chain link fencerequired between the existing mobilehome park and the new lot being proposed. True, one landowner holds boQi QQes but llial could change once subdivision is complete and then we have additional conflict on another front.. 7. Reserve Dedications No Municipal Reserves owing. 8. Municipal Taxes 1994-Paid 9. Conclusions Theproposed subdivisionconforms wiQi Qie requirements of Qie MunicipalGovernment Act, Regulation and all statutory documents exceptin the case of setback requirements un der Section 96(6) of Qie Land Use Bylaw. The area containing the proposed subdivision (two lots)has been recentlyredisbicted toCommercial, (Bylaw 243-95) and now conforms to use designationsin Qie JointGMP and LUB. Theproposed subdivisionwill also result in Qie dedication of Pleasantview Road. Accessto all proposed lots will be restricted to Pleas- antview Road. Thefour pipelines crossing Qie subject landsposea constrainttofuture de velopment on Qie proposed lots and theremnant parcel. Of particular note is the Northwestern Utilities high-pressurehydrocarbonpipeline(Plan #508 K.S.). The AEUB (for merly Qie ERCB) recommends a 5 metrebuilding setback from Qie centreline of Qie right-of- way or pipeline,whicheveris greater. This recommendation is not mandatory, however the agency strongly suggeststhat thesetbacks berespected. ThePembina Pipeline right-of- way (Plan #66 K.S.) tiiatforms tine western boundary of Qie subject lands,adjacentto 50Qn Street should be dedicated for future road widening of 50thStreet as requested by the Town. This is consistent wiOi road widening dedicated under previous applications to the nortii of Qie subject lands. M.D. of Brazeau No. 11 5 FileU95-16 FIP To: Rita Matthews From: Olga lovatt 8-30-95 12:29pm p. 7 of 7 # J The major concern with Qiis subdivision application isOiat the NUL pipeline setback re quirement, combined witii the 40 metre rear yard setback required from a range road (50th Street is Range Road 74)under Section 96(6)(c) of the I.and Use Bylaw,eliminate huilding I sites on Qie proposed lots. However, Oic 40 msetback isnotappropriate given theurbanar- i - terialnatureof 500iStreetand Qie proximity of Qie subject lands to urban development in the Town. Typical urhan rearyard sethacks would he more appropriate. Although relaxa- p tion of Qie Land Use Bylawin regard to a development permit cannot be a condition of sub division approval, given Qie unique circumstances of the location of Qiis subdivision, relaxation will likely he granted and huilding sites will he availahle. To ensure that huilding r sites arc secured, it is recommended Giat tiieapplicant obtain development permits for the proposed Lots7 and 8 beforefinalregistration of the Plan ofSurvey. Prepared by: Olga Lovatt, Lovatt Planning Consultants Reviewed by: Rita Matthews, Planning, Development & Land Officer Reviewed by: I.ayneJohnson, Municipal Manager Approved for Inclusion by: Layne Johnson, Municipal Manager M. D. of Brazeau No. 11 6 File#95-16 k PUN SHOWING 9 PROPOSED SUBDIVISION OF la j N I. LOT 2, PLAN 762 2449 S.W.1/4 SEC.4 - 49 - 7 - 5 M.D.of BRAZEAU No.77 ** ALBERTA NOTE : DISTANCES ARE IN METRES AND ARE SCALED, AND AREAS ARE APPROXIMATE. "* LOT 1 5 346.56 I9S /PAVED ^PARKING AREA n .! -. \k-%\ VETERINARY T-r1 , 3T *L^ | I existing tANinwr £ •EWEN. / ( 5 r«»o K>00 i I I l I << -J-J 0.0. ^ z \t II UJ J* aQ-l 8 Z lisJ- X —Jj a: p*1 1?v* vur -*'-—- 7- / t=fc ~w-— o .+ 348.56 TtWN OP DRAYTON VALLEY \ CO •4UNITARY SEWER \\ 5 LOT 3 SOME: 1 : 2500 I JOB NO. J.K.SMITH & ASSOCIATES LTD. MIAMI BT J JKS DRAYTON VALLEY «~ ALBERTA OV 95087 OWE t JULY 31.1995 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 3:18pm p. 2 of 2 m B* Subdivision Report Eilc.No.: „ ~~:^9S-26 Subject: An application to create one 5.50 ha I X13.59 ac) Public Utility Lot from an ;Date ofReport: -~ ^September 6,1995 : :L 7 :existing 61.81 ha (152.62 ac), _~v-:r-."-7-Thc.subdivision is to accommodate the :D.ate ofMeetirigL„Scptcmbcr 14,1995 . --;"- reconstruction ofa M.D. sewage lagoon ~H='- _.-^i«t-BuckCreek -_ - -_1~.Z~ .„-V. : .-" I. BackgroundInformation Location: The subject lands are located near Buck Creek, approximately Vi mile north ofSecondary High way 616 and 1I2 miles west of Highway22. T Applicant(s): Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 Owner(s): 527457 Alberta Ltd. Date ofAcceptance: August 8,1995 Expiry Date: October 7,1995 Title Area: 61.81 ha (152.62 ac) Proposed Land Use: Public Utility Facility - sewage lagoon (pi Proposed Number ofLots: Two I Area ofEach Proposed Lot: One lot @ 5.50 ha (13.59 ac) One remnant @ 56.31 ha (139.03 ac) Land Use By-law District: Al - Agricultural One MD. ofBrazeau No. 17 File #95-26 To: Rita Matthews From: Jin Lovatt 9-6-95 3:13pm p. 3 of 5 2> //. Recommendations Thai this application for subdivision be APPROVED subject lo the following conditions: 1. Pursuant to Section 92(1)(b) ofthe Planning Act, that the owner /developer enter into a de velopment agreementwith the M.D. ofBrazeau No. 77, which is to include the provisionof legal and physical access to the parcel beingcreated, to the standards and specifications of the M.D. ofBrazeau No. 77. 2. That although municipal reserve is not owingon the parcel being created, the balance ofthe 10%municipalreserve owing is to be deferred to the remnant ofthe quarter section. 3. Pursuant to Section 91(l)(d) ofthe Planning Act. thatall outstanding property taxes be paid. III. Summary ofComments from ReferralAgencies 'B 1. The following agencies have no objections to the proposed subdivision: - AEUB - AGT - Alberta Registries Has no objection but has indicated that the parcel may be affected by way of a Plan of Survey pursuant to Section 85 of the Land Titles Act. The applicant should be advised of this in the approval letter. - Northwestern Utilities Ltd. - NUL has no objection to the proposed subdivision subject to the following: 1. Each lot is to have a separate service line. 2. The owner/developer shall contact NUL to determine and comply with NUL's easement and road alignment requirements. 3. Please contact NUL's Marketing Department at 420-7510 to arrange for servicing of this site. - Crossroads Regional Health Authority We have no objections to this proposed subdivision at this time. Please note, we have not received any detailed plans on the lagoon design, construction or operation. Therefore, wc are not providing comment on the lagoon itself, but only on the subdivision ofthe land. 2. 'Ihe following agencies have notresponded at the time of writing thisreport: - Buck Mountain Gas Co-op - TransAlta lip MD. ofBrazeau No. 77 2 File#95-26 p To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 3:14pm p. 4of 5 I & p IV. Analysis 1. Site and Surrounding Area The site is located north ofthe community ofBuck Creek. The site is relatively flat with the majority ofthe subject lands under cultivation. A house and ancillary buildings are located in the south central part of the lA Section. These buildings arc located well over t300 metres from the proposedlagoon. No buildingsarc located on the parcel being cre ated. Two well sites exist on the remnant parcel. One is located immediately adjacent to the proposed parcel. The well site's accessroad is part ofthis parcel. The second well site and access road are not affected by the proposed subdivision. Two pipelines cross the lA Section. A Northwestern Utilities pipeline (R/W Plan #1244 M.C.) crossesthe proposed parcel from northwest to southeast. Legal access to the proposed parcel and the remnant is available from the road allowance to tiie west. Proposed access to the la goon site will be via the existing well siteleaseroad, which forms part ofthe lands to be pt subdivided. The subjectlandsfall within the BuckCreekArea Strucnire Plan(Bylaw 172-92). Placementofthe lagoon siteon the proposed subdivisionwill not constrain the future developmentoftlie HamletofBuckCreekas proposed in the Area Strucnire Plan (Bylaw 172-92). 2. Subdivision History f* Aprevious subdivision (first parcel out) ofthe quarter section removed 1.21 ha. from the - southwest comer ofthe subjectlands. This parcel owned by the Buck Creek Community Association, holds a caveat against the subject landsregarding the lease agreement for m the parcel. The caveat does not affect the proposed subdivision 3. Conformity with the Municipal Government Act and Subdivision and Development Regula tion Yes 4. Compliance with General Municipal Plan Yes 5. Compliancewith the Buck Creek Area Structure Plan (Bylaw 172-92) Yes „ 6. Compliance with Land Use By-law Yes - Public utility facilities are a permitted use under the Al District - Section 72(2) LUB. 6. Municipal Comments Agriculture: No comment. Utilities: No comment. Public Works: No comment. Manager: No comment. M.D. ofBrazeau No. 7? 3 File #95-26 P Pi fp To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 3:15pm p. 5 of 5 9 7. Reserve Dedications Since the proposed lot is to be purchased by the M.D. as a public utility lot, no p municipal reserve is owing for the lot being created. However, a DRC for 5.63 ha (13.90 ac) will be registered against the new C ofT created for the remnant parcel. S. Municipal Taxes: 1995 Taxes Paid 9. Conclusions Theproposed subdivision conforms with therequirements of the Municipal Government Act, Regulation and all statutory documents. Theproposed use forthe 5.5 ha (13.59 ac) lagoon lot qualifies as a permitted useunder theAl District - Section 72(2) of the LUB. The lot size is at the discretion ofthe the Development Officer - Sections 73(3)(d) and 84(3) ofthe LUB. Anaccess road along thenorth boundary ofthe V4 Section toanexisting well siteis in cluded as partof the proposed subdivision, lliis is required to allowforaccess to thefu ture lagoon. The inclusion ofa sliver ofland along the easl boundary of Ihe lA Section P lo Ihe south is lo accommodate a trunkline. These features make the proposed subdivi sion awkward. However, since both features are immediately adjacent lo ihe north and easlproperty lines, respectively, no fragmentation of good agricultural land results. Because the existing buildings are located well over300metres from the proposed la goon, Section 12(2) of theSubdivision and DEvelopment Regulation does not apply. Prepared by: Olga Lovatt, Lovatt Planning Consultants Reviewed by: Rita Matthews, Planning, Development <£ Land Officer Reviewed by: P Layne Johnson, Municipal Manager Approved for Inclusion by: Layne Johnson, Municipal Manager P) MD. ofBrazeau No. 77 File #95-26 p # .Su) 'U \~usH- ChgrA TW~R.*Ki 43^1 ^ (p I v\° Location Plan - M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 r for the TENTATIVE PLAN OF SUBDIVISION Part of the SW 1/4 Sec. I - Twp. 48 - Rge. 7 - W5M Lovatt Planning Consultants File 95-26 Edmonton, Alberta To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 2:36pm p. 2 of 6 nv Subdivision Report lie Na: 95.37 - -_ Subject: " An applicationto create one \ T"*^ '=^^^~^'T::s::^~ " '"~" ~ 40.22 ha(99.39ac) agricultural "~ rPatcof Report: September6/1995 Totfrom anexisting unsub- divided V4 Section, ffiate of Mooting; "September 14; 1995 Pi ••--) ( L Background Information Pi PI Location: The subject lands are located approximately 1 mile south of Secondary Highway 620 and 2 Vi miles south east of Violet Grove. Legal Description: NE V4Sec 15 - 48 - 8 - W5M Applicant(s): Frank and Albert Gurnick Owner(s): Frank and Albert Gurnick Date of Acceptance: August 22,1995 Expiry Date: October 21,1995 Tille Area: 65.2 ha (161 ac) Proposed Land Use: Agriculture - with existing farmstead pi Proposed Number of Lois: Two Area of Each Proposed Lot: One lot @40.22 ha (99.39 ac) One remnanl @24.9S ha (61.61 ac) Land Use By-law District: Al PI / p M.D. ofBrazeauNo. 71 File # 95-31 pi To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 2:36pm p. 3 of 6 P *y t II. Recommendations p That this application for subdivision be APPROVED subject to the following conditions: ^ 1. IHarsuant toSection 655(1 )(b) oftheMunicipal (lovernment Act, thattheowner /developer enter into a development agreement with the M.D.of Brazeau No. 77 which is to include the P1 provision oflegal andphysical access tothe parcel being created, tothestandards and [ specifications ofthe M.I), of Brazeau 77. pi 2. That a 5.18 metre stripoflandalong the east boundary ofthesubject property bededicated i to the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77for die purpose of road widening. 3. Pursuant to Section 654(l)(d) of the Municipal Government Act, that all outstanding P» property taxes be paid. III. Summary of Comments from Referra IAgencies 1. The following agencies have no objectionsto the proposed subdivision: - Crossroads Regional Health Authority rTheHealth Unit has no objection to the proposed subdivision, provided that after the subdivision is developed, any sewage disposal system shall conform to the requirementsof the Alberta Labor PrivateSewageDisposalRegulations and be constructed in a manner suitable to avoid any potential environmental or pi public health concerns. - Alberta Registries Has no objection but has indicatedthat the parcelmay be affectedby way of a Descriptive Plan pursuant to Section89(l)b of the Land Titles Act. Note; Alegaldescription preparedby Alberta Registries (seeAppendix A) must be pr amended to reflect the 5.1 Kmetre road widening dedication. Alberta Registries suggest that the applicant contact an Alberta Lands Surveyorin order to have a Descriptive Plan prepared. - ACT - AEUB 2. The followingagencies havenot responded at the rimeofwriting this report: - TransAlta - Buck Mountain Gas Co-op IV. Analysis 1. Site and Surrounding Area The site is located 1 mile south of Secondary Highway 620, and about 2 Vi miles south east of VioletGrove. Tliesubjectparcelis relatively flatand tlie majority of the north half of the Vi Section has been cleared. A house and ancillary facilities are located on the M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 2 File #95-3'* To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 2:36pm p. 4 of 6 & parcel being created. The remnant parcel has an existing residence and associated farm buildings. Two well sites exist on the proposed parcel, with a single well site on the remnant parcel. Access to these well sites is from the road allowance to the east. Legal access to the proposed parcel is available from the developed road along the east boundary of the Va Section. Existing approaches are in place for both the proposed P parcel and theremnant. 2.Subdivision History The proposed subdivision represents the first parcel out of an unsubdivided Vi Section. There is no history of previous subdivision related to the subject site. p 3. Conformity with the Municipal Government Act and Subdivision and Development Regulation Yes 4. Compliance with General Municipal Plan Yes 5. Compliance with Iand Use By-law No - The proposed parcel size of 40.4 ha (99.87acres) reduces the remnant 24.8 ha (61.18 ac) to less than the minimum 32 ha (80 ac) Extensive Agriculture parcel as specified underthe Al District Section 72 (3) LUB. 6. Municipal Comments Agriculture: Perimeter fencing should be carried out. Utilities: Any new sewer installation must conform to Alberta Environment and Alberta Labor guidelines. Public Works: 5.0 m widening if not already off.Proper access to parcels. p Manager: Nocomment. 7. Reserve Dedications p, Not applicable- Section 663(a) of the Municipal GovernmentAct 8. Municipal Taxes: 1994 & 1995 Taxes Outstanding f» 9. Conclusions The proposed subdivision conforms with the requirements of the Municipal Government Act, Regulation and all statutory documents, excepting the LUB. The r creation of the proposed parcel will reduce the remnant to less than the 80 acre minimum parcel size as specifiedin Section 72(3)(a) of the I.U B. However, the parcel size has been adjusted to accommodate existing residences, ancillary building and existing sewer and water systems and as a result, is reasonable and should be approved. Under Section 663(a) of the Municipal Ciovernment Act,no Municipal Reserves are owing. The agricultural use proposed for the parcel to be created qualifiesas a permitted M.D. ofBrazeau No. 17 3 File U95-31 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 2:38pm p. 5 of 6 pi ^ ifp use under Section 72(2) of the LUB(Al District). The existing residences and ancillary building on Qieproposed and remnant parcels will remain. Legal access to the proposed parcel is from the developed road along the east boundary of the lA Section using an existing approach. Accessto the residence on the remnant parcel is gained from Qie same road allowance, also via an existing approadi. Prepared by: Pi Olga lovatt, Lovatt Manning Consultants p Reviewed by: Rita Matthews, Planning, Development & Land Officer Reviewed by: LayneJohnson, Municipal Manager pi p Approved for Inclusion by: _ Layne Johnson, Municipal Manager P M.D. ofBrazeau No. 7" File #95-31 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-6-95 2:38pm p. 6 of 6 & iIP Appendix A \ The following legaldescriptionwillbe acceptable forSeparationor Transferpurposes. They request that Qie applicant review the legal description to ensure that it meets with their p requirements. [I *• 1) Meridian 5 Range 8 Township 48 Section 15 f All Qiat portion ofQie Norm East Quarter [ which lies souQiof a line drawn Qiroughout and at right angles to the east boundary 499.87 metres north from the south east corner thereof, containing 40.4 hectares (99.82acres) more psi or less Excepting Qiereoutall mines and minerals P 2) Meridian 5 Range 8 Township 48 I Section 15 All Qiatportion of QieNorth East Quarter p which lies north ofa line drawn Qiroughout and atright angles tothe east boundary 499.87 J metres norQi from Qie south east corner Oiereof, containing 24.8 hectares (61.18 acres) more or less Excepting Qiereoutall mines and minerals Wi H) M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 5 File #95-31 r > Location Plan - M.D. of Brazeau No. 17 for the TENTATIVE PLAN OF SUBDIVISION N.E. 1/4 Sec. 15 - Twp. 48 - Rge. 8 - W5M Lovatt Planning Consultants Edmonton, Alberta !" in •Ssji^ TENTATIVE PLAN OF SUBDIVISION N.E. 1/4 Sec. 15 - Twp. 48 - Rge. 8 - W5M Scale :1" = 400' August, 1995 Proposed Subdivision ;«) 99.39acres ^^^^>-2640, -15 I K •^ Lovatt Planning Consultants Edmonton, Alberta To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 1:47pm p. 2 of 6 efb Subdivision Report Me No~: . .~ ~~ 95^34 ~ "T:-"!~ ~7~~ "Subject: ~; ~~An application to create one ^r t'esidentiaV'agricuirui'al small holdinglot front an Date ofReport: : September6,1995 -7existing47.7Vna'(11&12 ac) parcel. The subject v^7^T-T~^~r-^r. -'-^r—r—FErrr^- ^™p*flcd'ls within the Urban Fringe area of the Ham- Date of Meediig: -September14,1995 r-^lefcof-Violet Grave and is coveredby theViolet . i-E=£--^^v . _. .> .. v.». . ' '-. r_::~l.~._.-* - _- .j I. Background Information Location: The proposed subdivision is located in the north portion ofthe Hamlet ofViolet Grove and within Ihe area covered by the Violet Grove ASP. Legal Description: Part ofthe SW Vi Sec 25 - 48 - 8 - W5M Applicant(s): Karin Ness Owner(s): Karin Ness Date of Acceptance: July 20,1995 Kxpiry Date: September 19,1995 TiQe Area: 47.76 ha (118.12 ac) Proposed Land Use: Residential/Small Holding Proposed Number of Lots: Two Area of Each Proposed Lot: One lot @4.81 ha (11.89 ac) One remnant © 42.95 ha (106.23 ac) GMP Designation: Hamlet/Urban Fringe Land Use By-law District: Al M.D. ofBrazeauNo. 11 File #95-34 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 1:47pm p. 3 of 6 \)f\ I II. Recommendations p That Qiis application forsubdivision be APPROVED subject to Qie following conditions: 1. Pursuant to Section 655(l)(b) of QieMunicipal Government Act, 1995, mat Qieowner /developer enter into a development agreement wiOi Qie Municipal District of Brazeau No. r77which is to include Qieprovision of direct accessto a public roadway for Qie parcel being created, to Qiestandards and specificationsof Qie Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77. As part of Qie agreement, and at Qie discretion of Qie M.D., that the portion of the existing lease rroad(approximately 0.55ha) be dedicated to continue to provide physical access to Qie parcel lo Ihe north and lo Qie proposed parcel, or That a road be constructed in the road allowance to Qiewest of Qieproposed parcel to | provide legal and physical access lo Qie proposed parcel. 2. Pursuant to Section 666(1) of the Municipal Government Act, Qiat Qie owner/developer pay to Qie Municipal Districtof BrazeauNo.77cash-in-lieu of municipal reserve for 10% of the residential parcelcrealed and Ihebalanceof the reserveowing be deferred lo Qie remnant of Qie Vi Section. IP 3. Pursuant toSection 654(l)(d) ofQie Municipal Government Act, mat all outstanding properly laxes be paid. Notes: 1. Future subdivision and/or development wiQiin Qie subject XA Section will require an m Area Structure Plan. 111. Summary of Comments from Referra IAgencies I 1. The following agencies have no objections to Qie proposed subdivision: - AEUB p - Crossroads Regional HealthAuthority The Heallh Unit has no objection lo the proposedsubdivision, provided Qiat after Otc subdivision is developed, any sewage disposal system shall conform to m Qie requirements ofQie Alberta Labor Private Sewage Disposal Regidalions and be constructed in a manner suitable to avoid any potential environmental or - public healQiconcerns. r- Evergreen Gas Co-op Please contact Leah M. Lysak at 542-4808 to arrange for natural gas servicing. - AGT P - Alberta Registries I Hasno objection but hasindicated that Qie parcel must be affected by way ofa PlanofSurvey pursuant toSection 85oftheLand Titles Act. Theapplicant m should be advised of Qiisin the approval letter. m M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 2 File #95-34 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 1:48pm p. 4 of 6 6° 2. The following agencies have not responded at Oic time of writing this report: • TransAlta - Amoco - Mobil Oil IV. Analysis 1. Site and Surrounding Area: The site is located approximately Vi mile norOi of the developed portion of VioletGrove. Two well sites arc located on Oic subject lands. One well is located in OicOicwest half of subject Vi Sectionand south of Qie proposed subdivision. The accessroad to this well forms part of Qie eastern boimdary of Qie proposed lot. Thesecond well is located north and east of Oic proposed lot wiOi Oic access road to Qie wellforming the northern boundary of Qie proposed subdivision. This access road provides physical accessto an existing parcel and residential development to the north. The parcel to the north and the proposed subdivision, bom of which use Oic existing lease road for physical access, isolate Oic existing road from the balance of Qie Vi Section,creating a fragment consistent wiOi Qie road. The road allow ance to Qie west of Qie subjectlands is developedfrom the norOi, only as far as Qie lease road. FivepipelinescrossOic subject Vi Section. TheAmoco PetroleumCompanyright-of- way forms Oie souOiern boundaryof dieproposedparcel. Theotiierpipelinesdo not affect Qie proposed subdivision. Much of Qie proposedparcelis bush wiOi some areas ofmuskeg. The norm cast comer of Oic proposed parcelhas been cleared. Siteinspection confirmed Oic information presented on Qie site plan. 2.Subdivision History Theparceltobesubdivided hasbeen Qie subject oftwo previous subdivisions. Anyfurther subdivision wiOiin Oie Vi Section willrequiredevelopmentof an AreaStructure Plan.No De ferred Reserve Caveats are registeredagainstthe V*- Section. Thearea is covered by the Vio let Grove Area Structure Plan (By-law 171-90). 3.Conformity wilh IheMunicipal Government Acl and Subdivision and Development Regulation Yes- assuming the conditions respectingthe provision of legal and physical ac cess are approved (Section 655(l)(b) of Ihe Municipal Government Acl,1995) 4.Compliance with General Municipal Planand Area Structure Plan Yes - Violet Grove Area Structure Plan Bylaw #171-90 5. Compliance with land Use By-law No - The proposed parceldocsnot meetthe minimum required lot size of 16.0 ha under the Urban Fringe designation of the LUB Section 60 (l)(a)(iii). M.D. ofBrazeau No. 11 3 File #95-34 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 1:49pm p. 5 of 6 & 6. Municipal Comments Agriculture: No comment if follows structure plan for Violet Grove. Utilities: No comment. Public Works: Access streets must be built to municipal spec's. Possible dedication of service road adjacent lo (Secondary Highway) 620. Manager: Must make it clear mat existing lease road approach does not conslilule access and would be eliminated a I Qie lime of abandonment by me company. 7. Reserve Dedications: Cash in lieu of Municipal Reserve dedication (10%of Ihe proposed parcel size of 11.89 acres = 1.19 acres x $375.00/ acre = $446.25) is owing. A deferred reserve ca veat for the balance of the MR owning (4.3ha or10.64 acres) should be regis tered against the remnant parcel. 8. Municipal Taxes: 1995 Taxes Paid 9. Conclusions The proposed subdivision conformsto allprovincialregulations and statutory documents excepting Oie LUB. Theproposedlot sizeof4.81 ha. (11.89 ac)is wellbelow Qie minimum lot size of 16.0ha. specifiedfor smallholding parcelswithin Oie Urban Fringe designation under Section 60(l)(a)(iii)of Oie LUB. Thissection of Qie LUB is intended to prevent furOier fragmentation whichwould constrain Hamlet development. AlOiough Oie proposed subdi vision falls within Oie 0.8km (0.5mi) urban fringe area, the Hamlet has several other op- lions lo accommodate growQiwell into the next century. As such it does not appear reasonable to sterilize the subjectlands for Oie foreseeable future. However any future sub divisionor developmentwithin Oie quartersection willrequirean AreaStructurePlan to en sure Qiat thisdevelopment canbeintegrated withfuturelong-term developmentof the Hamlet. There are currenOy no existingbuildings or developmentson the proposed lot. The pres ence of several flow lines and two well site located on the remnant lot does not directly af fect theproposedsubdivision. Inordertomeet therequirements ofSection 8 (a) &(b)of the Subdivision and DevelopmentRegulation (AR 215/95), Qie lease road used as accessto a residentialdevelopment to the north of theproposed parcel, as well as access to the pro posedparcel must become a permanent feature or alternate access to bothparcels must be found. The dedicationof a road right-of-way or Oie provisionof alternate access must be a condition of subdivision. M.D. ofBrazeau No. File #95-34 TENTATIVE PLAN OF SUBDIVISION Part of the SW 1/4 Sec. 25 - Twp. 48 - Rge. 8 - W5M Lovatt PlanningConsultants File 95^4 Edmonton, Alberta Tentative Plan of Subdivision 53 SW 1/4 SEC. 25 - TWP. 48 - RGE. 5 - W5M SCALE 1: 5000 JULY 1995 Government Road Allowance Lovatt Planning Consultants Edmonton Alberta To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 2:42pm p. 1 of 4 6* Subdivision Report ^PflcNo.:" "—- 95-42 Subject An application to create one ^ 3.07 ha (7.58 ac) agricultural Date of Report: 'September6,1995 smallholdings lot from an unsubdivided V4 Section. Date of Meeting: September14,1995 V:- J I f I. Background Information Location: The subject lands are located approximately 1 mile east of Secondary Highway 759 and 3 miles east of Berrymore. Legal Description: NW1/4 Sec 31 - 49 - 5 - W5M Applicant(s): Herman Berry Owner(s): Herman Berry Date of Acceptance: August 24,1995 Expiry Date: October 25,1995 Title Area: 64.7 ha (160 ac) Proposed Land Use: Agriculture small holding Proposed Number of Lois: Two Area of Each Proposed Lol: One lol @3.07 ha (7.58 ac) One remnant @61.68 ha (152.42 ac) Land Use By-law District: Al M.D. ofBrazeauNo. 11 File #95-42 P> To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 2:42pm p. 2 of 4 ** II. Recommendations That this application for subdivision be APPROVED subject to the following conditions: 1. Pursuant to Section 655(1 )(b) of the Municipal (lOvernment Act, that the owner /developer enter into a development agreement with the M.D.of Brazeau No. 77 which is to include the provision of legal and physical access to Oie parcel being created and to the remnant, to the standards and specifications of the M.I), of Bra/eau 77. 2. Pursuant to Section 654(l)(d) of the Municipal Government Act, mat all outstanding property taxes be paid. III. Summary of Comments from RefenaIAgencies 1. The following agency has no objectionto Oie proposed subdivision: - Alberta Registries Has no objection but has indicated tiiat Oie parcelmay be affectedby way of a Descriptive Plan pursuant to Section89(l)b of Oie Land TiOes Act. Note: Alberta Registries suggest that Oie applicantcontact an AlbertaLand Surveyor in order to have the Descriptive IMan prepared. - Crossroads Regional Health Authority The HealOi Unit has no objection to Qie proposed subdivision, provided mat after the subdivision is developed, any sewagedisposal system shall conform to Qie requirements of Oie Alberta Labor Private Sewage Disposal Regulations and p^ be constructed in a manner suitahle to avoid any potential environmental or public health concerns. 2. Thefollowing agencieshave not responded at the timeofwriting this report: - ACT - AEUB - TransAlta - Buck Mountain Gas Co-op - Alberta Labor- Plumbingand Gas Inspection IV. Analysis 1. Site and Surrounding Area The site is located 1 mile east ofSecondaryHighway 759, and about 3 miles east of Berrymore. Tlie subject parcel is relatively flatand Qie majority of thesouOi halfof Qie Va Section has been cleared. There are no buildings on Qie Va Section. A proposed building site is locatedin Oie south centralpart of Qie proposed parcel. An ENRONgas plant existsin Qie centralportion of Qie subject lands witii an access to Qie west onto Range Road 60. M.D. of Brazeau No. 11 2 File#95-42 To: Rita Matthews From: Jim Lovatt 9-7-95 2:42pm p. 3 of 4 4? Legal access to Qieproposed parcel is available from Range Road 60 along Oiewest boundary of the Va Section. 2. Subdivision History The proposed suhdivision represents the first parcel out of an unsubdivided Va Section. There is no history of previous subdivision related to Oicsubject site. Wt 3. Conformity wiOi OieMunicipal Government Act andSubdivision and Development Regulation 'IP Yes 4. Compliance wiOiGeneral Municipal Plan Yes 5. Compliance wiOi Land Use By-law Yes - Agriculture small holdings are a discretionary use under the Al District Sec tion 72 (2) LUB. 6. Municipal Comments Agriculture: Should be limited to 3.0 acres surrounding house and fenced from the balance of Oic Vasec. Utilities: No comment. Public Works: Accessto parcel needs to meet municipality standards. Manager: No comment. 7. Reserve Dedications Not applicable - Section 663(a) of the Municipal Government Act 8. Municipal Taxes: 1994 & 1995 Taxes Outstanding 9. Conclusions The proposed subdivision conformswiOi Oie requirements of the Municipal Government Acl, Regulation and allslalulorydocuments. Under Section663(a) of the MunicipalGovernment Act, no Municipal Reserves are owing. The agricultural small holding use proposed for the parcel to be created qualifiesas a discretionary use under Section 72(2)of QieLUB(Al District). No buildings exist on Qieproposed or remnant parcels. A residence is proposed to be built on the small holding parcel. The applicant intends to retain and farm the remnant. Legalaccess to Qie proposed parcel may be gained from Range Road 60 along Qie west boundary of the Va Section. M.D. ofBrazeauNo. 11 3 File #95-42 5^ ^ PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER REPORT TO COUNCIL REPORT NO.: DO-129-95 DATE PREPARED: SEPTEMBER 8,1995 DATE PRESENTED: SEPTEMBER 14,1995 SUBJECT: REQUEST FOR RENEWAL OF RESERVE LICENSE DIAMOND P RANCH (WARREN PECK) PT. OF SW 1/4 3-49-7-W5M (LOT 8-R, BLOCK 1, PLAN 762 2132 CONTAINING 27.98 ACRES MORE OR LESS) RECOMMENDATION: That the Reserve License granted to Diamond P Ranch be renewed for a further term ofone year with an option for a further four year term subject to annual review ofCouncil. REPORT: Diamond P Ranch has been in possession ofa License on the above noted reserve lands since 1992. During this time, a license to work and maintain the lands has been approved by Council on a yearly basis. It is our understanding that Mr. Peck is doing an excellent job to maintain the reserve lands. Attached you will find a letter of request from Mr. Peck for a lease of the lands for a five year term. The Municipality cannot extend the optionof a lease to Mr. Peckbecause of the reserve denotation ofthe lands. We can however issue a yearly license indicating that the Municipality is preparedto grant to Mr. Peck a five year option but is still subject to review by Council annually. In further response to his letter, administration will advise Mr. Peckthat the Municipality will notpurchase the hay seedbutwould approve the type being utilized on the lands. is? •Wt ^6 August 11, 1995 M.D. of Brazeau #77 Box 7777 Drayton Valley, AB p> Attention: Rola Hogan Dear Sir: Please consider my request to lease the M.D. property described as SE 3 49 7 W5 for agricultural purposes for a five year term. I am requesting the right to cultivate and seed the land. The land will be returned to the M.D. of Brazeau #77 reseeded into the hay crop of their choice with the understanding that the M.D. will provide the hay seed,. Yours truly, pf Warren Peck m PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER 5*1 REPORT TO COUNCIL REPORT NO.: DO-127-95 DATE PREPARED: SEPTEMBER 6,1995 DATE PRESENTED: SEPTEMBER 14,1995 SUBJECT: PROPOSED BY-LAW NO. 250-95 P (TO ESTABLISH A DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY) PROPOSED BY-LAW NO. 249-95 ip (TO ESTABLISH A SUBDIVISION AUTHORITY) PROPOSED BY-LAW NO. 248-95 (TO ESTABLISH A SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD) RECOMMENDATION: That Council: P 1. Give first reading to proposed By-law's number 250-95, 249-95 and 248-95 with second and final readings to be presented to Council at it's October 25,1995 meeting; OR 2. Give first, second and final reading to proposed By-law's number 250-95,249-95 and 248-95. REPORT: Pursuant to Part 17, Bill 32, Municipal Government Amendment Act, 1995 all Municipalities must have in place by December 1,1995 By-laws establishing a Development Authority, Subdivision Authority and a Subdivision and Development Appeal Board. To implement this regulation, all necessary By-laws are attached. p pt \p -2- In accordance with Bill 32, a public hearing is not a mandatory procedure for adoption ofthese By-laws. It is Councils discretion whether first reading be given to the proposed By-laws and left to new Council, or ifit should on its own accord give first, second and final readings as ofthe date ofthis meeting. LA t MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 f BY-LAW NO. 250-95 p BEING A BY-LAW OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, IN ? THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO PROVIDE FOR A DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY TO EXERCISE DEVELOPMENT POWERS AND DUTIES PURSUANT m TO PART 17, BILL 32, MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT AMENDMENT ACT, 1995. WHEREAS, Section 624 ofPart 17, Bill 32, Municipal Government Amendment Act, f 1995 requires mat Council provide for a development auOiority toexercise development powers k and duties on behalf ofthe Municipality. f NOW THEREFORE, Oie Council for the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 in Council assembled enacts as follows: |1 1. That the Planning, Development and Land Officer and/or Municipal Planning Commission and/or Joint Municipal Planning Commission are herein authorized m to exercise development powers and duties on behalfofthe Municipal District of I1 Brazeau No. 77, with powers are as outlined in the Municipal District Land Use By-law and Statutory Plans. I READ afirst time this 14th day of September, A.D. 1995. F READ a second time Oris day of , A.D. 1995. READ a third time and finally passed mis day of , ^ A.D. 1995. REEVE p MUNICIPAL MANAGER pi v^ MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 BY-LAW NO. 249-95 A BY-LAW OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO ESTABLISH THE MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION AS THE SUBDIVISION AUTHORITY PURSUANT TO PART 17 OF BILL 32, MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT AMENDMENT ACT, 1995. WHEREAS, the Municipal District ofBrazeauNo. 77, pursuantto Part 17 ofBill 32, Municipal p Government Amendment Act, 1995 shall provide for a subdivision aumority to exercise subdivision powers and duties on behalfofthe Municipality; and pf WHEREAS, the Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77, has established a Municipal Planning Commission by By-law No. 3-88; and AND WHEREAS, the Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 wishes to grant Oie subdivision authority to the Municipal Planning Commission. wt | NOW THEREFORE, Council of the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 grants to the Municipal Planning Cornmission subdivisionaumority andamends By-law No. 3-88 and 82-89 * as follows: _ Section 2 ofBy-law 3-88 shall be amended to read: P* L 1. The Commission shall perform on behalf ofCouncil such functions as may be assigned to it, which includes the authority to exercise subdivision powers and duties, in accordance f- with Part 17 of Bill 32, Municipal Government Amendment Act, 1995. On reviewing * applications for subdivision wiOiin the geographic area oftiie Joint General Municipal Plan,the Commission shall take into consideration, but not be bound by, those I recommendations provided by the Joint Municipal Planning Commission. IP 2. Section 5 ofBy-law 3-88 as amended through By-law 82-89 is deleted and replaced by f the following insert: rTheCommission shall consist ofthree (3) Council members and two (2) members-at- large. All members are to be residents ofthe Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77. No members ofthis Commissionmay be a memberofthe Planning and Development Appeal p Board. ! 3. All references in By-laws 3-88 and 82-89to the Planning Act shall be replacedwith P Municipal Government Amendment Act, 1995. 4. That this By-law comes into effect upon the date ofits final passage by Council. 0 READ A FIRST TIME this 14th day ofSeptember, A.D., 1995. READ A SECOND TIME this day of , A.D., 1995. pi READ A THIRD TIME and finally passed this day of , A.D. 1995. REEVE m MUNICIPAL MANAGER MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 PI \o* BY-LAW NO. 3-88 A BYLAW OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, IN THE PROVINCE p OF ALBERTA, TO ESTABLISH A MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION. I PURSUANT to Sections 28 and 29 of the Planning Act, R.S.A., 1980, the Council of the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 duly assembled enacts as follows: PI 2. The Commission shall perform on behalf of the Council such functions | as may be assigned to it, in accordance with the Planning Act, 1980. 3. The Commission shall consider and make decisions on all or any p Development Permits the Development Officer places before it. The I Commission may act as a Development Officer in the absence of the i appointed Development Officer. 4. The Commission may advise and assist the Council in the coordination PI of activities of various departments and agencies of the Municipal District with regard to the planning of orderly and economic development within the Municipal District. 5. The Commission shall consist of three (3) members and Commission members shall be appointed by resolution of Council. 6. Commission members shall be appointed for a one year term and may be reappointed by Council for additional terms. 7. Commission members shall recive remuneration for days or part days plus meal allowance and mileage for travelling to and from meetings of the Commission in accordance with rate structure established by Council from time to time. 8. The Development Officer for the Municipal District of Brazeau NO. 77 shall act as advisor to the Commission, and shall designate a staff secretary as meeting Recording Secretary for the Commission. 9. In the event of a vacancy occuring on the Commission, a replacement may be appointed by the Council within two months of the occurrence and the person so appointed to fill such vacancy shall hold officer for the balance of the period that his predecessor would have held office, had his predecessor continued in office. }. The Commission members themselves shall elect one member to serve as Chairman and one to serve as Vice-chairman. 11. Meetings shall be held as required, with a majority of the" whole Commission necessary to form a quorum. A Minute Book shall be kept and minutes of all meetings shall be filed with the Municipal District Administration. READ a first time this 4th day of July A.D., 1988 READ a second time this 4th day of July A.D., 1988 READ a third time and finally passed this 4th day of July , A.D., 1988. MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 BY-LAW NO. 82-89 \P BEING A BY-LAW OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO AMEND BY-LAW NO. 3-88 ESTABLISHING A MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION PURSUANT TO THE PLANNING ACT, R.S.A. 1980, Chapter P-9. WHEREAS, the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 has established a Municipal Planning Commission under By-Law No. 3-88; and WHEREAS, Sections 28 and 29 of the Planning Act, being Chapter P-9 of the Revised Statutes of Alberta, provides for the composition of Municipal Planning Commissions. NOW THEREFORE, the Municipal Council for the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 in Council assembled enacts as follows: 1. That Section 5 of By-Law No. 3-88 be deleted and replaced by the following insert: 5. The Commission shall consist of five (5) members and Commission members shall be appointed by resolution of Council. 2. That this By-Law comes into force and effect on October 31, 1989. READ a first time this 27th day of September-' A.D., 1989. READ a second time this 27th day of SfipLemhex-' A.D., 1989. -i ^jr^"-" \"^^- -< -• REEVE / * p \> MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 BY-LAW NO. 248-95 t A BY-LAW OFTHEMUNICIPAL DISTRICT OFBRAZEAU NO.77 INTHEPROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO ESTABLISH A SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL m BOARD PURSUANT TO PART 17 OF BILL 32, MUNICIPAL GOVERNMENT [• AMENDMENT ACT, 1995. WHEREAS, Section 627(1), Part 17 of Bill 32, Municipal Government Amendment Act, 1995 p requires Council to establish a subdivision anddevelopment appeal board byBy-law. NOW THEREFORE, Council ofthe Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 duly assembled p hereby enacts asfollows: II ^ ASubdivision and Development Appeal Board shall beformed for which powers, duties and functions are described as follows: pi I Definitions In this By-law: [[ (a) "Act" means the Municipal Government Amendment Act, 1995. m (b) "Board" means the Subdivisionand Development Appeal Board ofthe Municipal District |j of Brazeau No. 77 established pursuant to this By-law. (c) "Council" means the Council of the Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77. P [ (d) "Brazeau" means theMunicipal District of Brazeau No. 77. IP (e) "Members" means the members ofthe Subdivision and Development Appeal Board duly ): appointed pursuant to this By-law. L (f) "Secretary" meansthe personsappointed by Councilto act as Secretaryor Alternate jp Secretary to theSubdivision and Development Appeal Board. (g) "Development Officer" means theperson or persons appointed by Council to actas Development Officer pursuant to the Municipal Government Amendment Act, 1995. p> (h) "Appellant" means a person who may appeal totheSubdivision andDevelopment Appeal Board in accordance with the Act or the Land Use By-law. (i) Allother terms used inthisBy-law shall have themeaning assigned to them bytheActto the extent that said meaning differs from the ordinary meaning ofsuch terms. f 1. Establishment ofBoard A Subdivision andDevelopment Appeal Board is hereby established, and the Boardshall perform suchfunctions as maybe assigned to it, in accordance withthe Act. 2. Board The Board shall consist oftwo (2) Council members and three (3) members-at-large. Councillors may notformthe majority of the Board,or a committeehearingan Appeal. Themembers shallbe appointed byresolution of Council and shallall be residents of Brazeau. & 3. Term ofOffice (1) All Members ofthe Board shall hold office at the pleasure ofCouncil, and Board Membersshallbe appointed for a two year term and may be reappointedby p, Council for anadditional term from time totime. (2) Notwithstanding any vacancy in the membership ofthe Board, the remaining members ofthe Board, if at least three (3) remain in office, have and may exercise P and perform the powers and duties ofthe Board. Councillors may not form the majority ofthe Board hearing an Appeal. (3) In the event ofa vacancy occurring on the Board, a replacement may be appointed by Council within three (3) months ofthe notice ofthe vacancy and the person so appointed to fill such vacancy shall hold office for the balance ofthe period that the predecessor would have held office, had the predecessor continued in office. 4. Functions and Duties ofthe Board (1) The Board shall: (a) Hear all appealsreceivedresulting from a decision of the Municipal PlanningCommission, Joint Municipal Planning Commission or the Development Officeras requiredand in accordance with the Act. (b) Performon behalfof Councilsuch functions as may be required of it under the Act, the Land Use By-law or Statutory Plan. (P (b) Perform on behalfof Council such functions as are assigned to it from time to time by Council under the Act, Land Use By-law or Statutory Plan. (c) The Boardmembers may meet in Committees. 5. Chairman and Vice-Chairman (1) TheChairman andtheVice-Chairman shall beelected bytheBoard. TheBoard members themselves shall elect one member to serve as Chairman and one to serve as Vice-Chairman. (2) Intheabsence ofboth theChairman andVice-Chairman, those members in attendance at a meeting mayappoint an Acting Chairman fromamongst thosein attendance. 6. Secretary p (1) TheSecretary and alternate Secretary fortheBoard shall be appointed by resolution ofCouncil from time to time and shall serve as Secretary and alternate Secretaryof the Boardat the pleasureof Council. pi L (2) The Secretary or, in the absence of the Secretary, the alternate Secretary, shall cause to bekept minutes ofeach meeting oftheBoard, which shall be filed with theMunicipal District Administration, andshallprepare an agenda foreach meeting ofthe Board. (3) The Secretary shall carry outsuch other duties as may bedesignated bytheBoard P or Council from time to time. % -3- V Meetings and Business (1) Three(3) members shallconstitutea quorumat any meeting of the Board. _ (2) Regular Meetings of theBoardshallbe heldas required at the timesand places 1 determined by the Board. (3) Any Special Meetings ofthe Board may be called by the Chairman or Vice- p Chairman at a place and time appointed by the Chairman or Vice-Chairman. I; Notice ofsuch meetings to be given at least five (5) days in advance orany shorter period in which case all membersare required to be present to sign waiver ofthe required five (5) days notice. _ 8. Remuneration and Travelling Expenses m (1) The membersof the Board shall receive remuneration for days or part days plus [ meal allowance and mileage for travelling to and from meetings ofthe ^ Commission inaccordance with the rate structure asestablished by Council from time to time. (1) The fee to be charged for any matter coming before the Board shall be as set out pi in accordance with the Schedule ofFees By-law as established by Council from time to time. 10. That upon third and final reading ofthis By-law, By-law's number 26-88 and 81-89 are hereby rescinded. 11. That this By-law comes into effect upon the date ofits final passage by Council. IP READ A FIRST TIME this 14th day ofSeptember, A.D., 1995. READ A SECOND TIME this day of , A.D., 1995. READ A THIRD TIME and finally passed this day of . A.D., 1995. REEVE pi MUNICIPAL MANAGER 85> PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER \J\ REPORT TO COUNCIL REPORT NO.: DO-128-95 DATE PREPARED: SEPTEMBER 6,1995 DATE PRESENTED: SEPTEMBER 14,1995 SUBJECT: LAND USE POLICY REVIEW -DISCUSSION PAPER REPORT: Attached you will find aDiscussion Paper on proposed Land Use fl/J Policies established by Alberta Municipal Affairs under the *^ direction ofMinister Thurber. This paper has been forwarded to our Municipality for comment prior to implementation. si The intent ofthis policy is to give Provincial guidance to Municipalities in regards to land use planning and development matters. Every statutory plan, land use by-law and action p undertaken by the Municipalities must be consistent with the land use policies. This provides for consistency in planning and development in Municipalities throughout Alberta and ensures that co-operation and co-ordination is made with Provincial departments and agencies. p Upon review ofthe discussion paper it is thought to be very general and typical ofProvincial downloading. It is only suggested that Council receive the proposed land use policies for information followed by a letter directed to Minister Thurber thanking him for the opportunity to review prior to implementation. RJ P $H aO fi; LAND USE POLICIES DISCUSSION PAPER K) P |P> ALBERTA MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS JULY 1995 Wt ^ Land Use Policies Table of Contents Page 1.0 Purpose 1 1.1 Overview 2 1.2 Implementation 3 1.3 Application 4 PJ 2.0 Balancing Individual Rights and the Public Interest 5 3.0 Settlement Patterns 6 'p) 4.0 Servicing: WaterSupply and Sewage Disposal 8 Jfis£!J 5.0 Transportation 9 6.0 Resource Conservation 10 6.1 Preservation of Farmland 10 6.2 Gravel and Mineral Resources 11 6.3 Water Resources 11 6.4 Historical Resources 12 7.0 Incompatible Development 13 7.1 Intensive Livestock Operations 13 7.2 Waste Management Facilities 14 7.3 Industrial Development 14 !sk3) 8.0 The Natural Environment 15 9.0 Housing 17 10.0 Intermunicipal Planning Cooperation 18 11.0 Cooperation and Coordination with OtherJurisdictions 20 A4 Land Use Policies PJ 1.0 PURPOSE m Land use development and settlement planning is both a municipal and provincial activity. Municipalities, having been given responsibilities for land use I and community planning under the Planning Part of the Municipal Government p Amendment Act, assume a critical role in the process. A number of provincial departments and agencies are also involved, either directly or indirectly, as a P result of their particular mandates. The Province has the authority and the f responsibility to allocate and manage provincial resources. Municipal decisions I and actions in this area can therefore have a substantial impact on the success of ~ Important provincial objectives designed for the benefit of all Albertans, just as *• Provincial programs and practices can affect municipal initiatives. It is therefore If important that provincial and municipal planning efforts utilize consistent approaches, and pursue a high level of cooperation and coordination. The Land I Use Policies presented on the following pages are being proposed for approval by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, pursuant to section 622 of the Municipal ' Government Amendment Act in pursuit of this goal. The general aim of the Land Use Policies is to provide guidance to and a p framework for Alberta's municipalities regarding land use planning and ! development matters which are of importance across the Province. Specifically, the purpose is to ensure that certain key provincial policies, interests and programs which affect or are related to settlement planning, municipal planning and growth management are reflected in municipal statutory plans, land use bylaws, planning decisions and planning actions. F V 1.1 Overview pi In carrying out their land use and community planning responsibilities 1 municipalities are to 1. support and implement strategies consistent with the goals and objectives of P key provincial initiatives related to municipal planning. f 2. coordinate their planning process with those of provincial departments having a responsibility for or related to land use planning. f 3. coordinate their planning with that of neighbouring municipalities and with that of any nearby First Nations, Metis Settlements and other jurisdictions. 4. encourage citizens to become involved in the planning process and provide P the required opportunities for citizen input. p 5. recognize and not unduly inhibit or restrict development initiatives without k justification of the greater public interest. I 6. contribute to the management of Alberta's resources through the implementation of appropriate planning initiatives. 7. contribute to the protection and enhancement of Alberta's natural f environment through the implementation of appropriate planning initiatives. P 8. respect the integrity of the Province's transportation network. m 9. facilitate economic development and the creation of employment - opportunities. S) and in so doing realize that decisions made today will have an impact on the Alberta of tomorrow. p^ A^ 1.2 Implementation Section 622 of the Municipal Government Amendment Act requires that | municipal statutory plans, land use bylaws, planning decisions and actions be consistent with the Land Use Policies. All municipalities must therefore reflect the * Land Use Policies in their municipal planning documents and in their planning P process. Specifically, municipalities1 must -) • as municipal development plans, intermunicipal development plans, and land use bylaws are reviewed and revised prior to September 1,1998, and as new f ones are adopted or amendments made, ensure that they are consistent with the Land Use Policies. pi • immediately, after approval of the Land Use Policies by the Lieutenant Governor in Council, put mechanisms in place which ensure that planning decisions and actions made by councils, subdivision authorities, development authorities, and subdivision and development appeal boards are consistent with the policies. In adopting a plan or bylaw, in making a planning decision, or in taking a planning action councillors, board members and other municipal planning officials must be satisfied that the plan, bylaw, decision or action is consistent with the Land Use Policies. p 11nhearing intermunicipal disputes and subdivision appealsthe Municipal Government Board is also obliged to make its decisions consistent with the Land Use Policies. A*2> 1.3 Application The Land Use Policies consist of a goal statement and policy statements. p It is recognized that they are general in nature and therefore may be interpreted and implemented in somewhat different ways by different municipalities. While the J local situation and local needs can be reflected in their application; the spirit and intent of the Land Use Policies must be implemented by all of Alberta's municipalities. It is the responsibility of each municipality to incorporate the p policies into their planning process and balance the importance of one policy against that of the others. No policy should be neglected. IL i iffiffirf pF| p /\V» 1. 2.0 BALANCING INDIVIDUAL RIGHTS AND THE PUBLIC INTEREST Goal To ensure that an individual's rights and that his or her potential actions are not unduly inhibited or restricted when plans are approved and planning decisions are made. XL. Policy p I • Theprinciple that all residents have the right to know whatis being planned for p their municipality and for their property, to be informed of what specific plans *- are being prepared, and to participate in the planning process is to be f recognized. p • Every reclassification request, development application, subdivision application or other planning request is to be processed in a thorough, timely I and diligent manner. •A development proponent is to be requested to give up land or money as I. permitted by various sections of the Municipal Government Amendment Act only where the overall greater public interest can be demonstrated. • If a planning application is to be refused or rejected or if extra ordinary conditions are to be associated with an approval, the overall greater public interest that will be served is to be identifiable. m m p M 3.0 SETTLEMENT PATTERNS p) Goal To encourage settlement patterns which make efficient use of land, infrastructure, public services, and public facilities; which promote resource conservation and « lead to minimal environmental impact; and which allow healthy, viable and safe communities to be developed. Policy ID • Patterns of settlement are to be orderly and concentrated, wherever possible p and practical. f • Settlements are to be developed in a manner which allows Albertans to continue to enjoy a choice of lifestyles through the maintenance of a range of pi settlement types. • In keeping with the principles of "Seizing Opportunity, Alberta's New Economic Development Strategy," and in order to promote a healthy and stable economy and enhance employment opportunities, opportunities are to be $™if provided for a diversified economic base ranging from home based businesses to tourism related development to major new industry. |p>l n • Municipal development planning is to include a commercial/industrial location policy that facilitates economic development, maximizes the efficiency of the * settlement pattern, and promotes environmentally sensitive patterns of development. A<» Municipal planning efforts are to be coordinated with provincial and municipal economic development strategies. Municipal land use planning efforts are to be integrated with municipal financial management with a view to minimizing costs to Alberta ratepayers. p jp i pi P pi A(\ 4.0 Servicing: Water Supply and Sewage Disposal Goal To ensure that new development areas and those areas undergoing growth and change have the required infrastructure to sustain the level of development proposed. Policy • Land use planning and development is to be coordinated with the provision of municipal servicing and infrastructure. • Appropriate levels of servicing are to be established in keeping with the r settlement pattern established by the municipality. These levels of servicing are to be sustainable over the long term to avoid possible negative environmental impacts. • The provision and level of services to development areas are to be coordinated by the municipality regardless of the ownership of the utility. • Where feasible and practical the provision of services is to be coordinated with adjacent municipalities. pfi fp pi 5.0 Transportation Goal To maximize the use of the existing and future transportation infrastructure in Alberta in a safe, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Policy • Municipal development planning is to be efficiently integrated with existing and future transportation networks. • Local transportation and development planning is to be coordinated with the provincialtransportation networks and those of adjacent municipalities. • Municipal development planning is to reflect the integrity, safety and long term viability of the transportation networks (air, rail and road). p (pi V 1 6.0 RESOURCE CONSERVATION 6.1 Preservation of Farmland Goals • To ensure that a large and continuous land base is available for Alberta's agricultural industry to allow itto operate at maximum efficiency. • To limit the impact of non agricultural development on the agricultural sector PI and the resources it requires. Policy P • Where agricultural activities are the preeminent use, municipal plans and f actions are to prevent the premature conversion of these lands to other uses | without restricting the development requirements of other sectors of the Alberta economy. pi m • Non agricultural development is to be directed towards, firstly, those lands where agricultural uses will not be constrained by the presence or potential f presence of residential, recreational, community, non-agricultural related businesses and services or industrial development, and, secondly, those PI lands which have a lower agricultural rating. pj 10 pi ^ 6.2 Gravel and Mineral Resources Goal Toensurethatvaluable gravel and mineral resources can be fully utilized. Policy F> • The location of significant gravel, mineral, and other non renewable resources is to be acknowledged and their optimum utilization facilitated by the established ofa settlementpattern conducive to theircontinued operation. • Development of these resources is to be permitted in a manner which maintains satisfactory environmental quality in the general area and which will not cause permanent environmental damage. 6.3 Water Resources pi r Goal Toensurethat planning actions contribute to the protection, quality and optimum utilization of Alberta's water resources. p Policy p • Settlement planning is to acknowledge and maintain the integrity of significant water resources including lakes, streams and groundwater supplies. p 11 0 • Development in the vicinity of lakes and rivers is to incorporate measures I which will mitigate environmental impacts. These include, but are not limited p to, the following: deterioration of water quality, availability of water supply, impedingwater flow, soil erosion or bank instability and periodicflooding. p • Recognition of river and lake shorelands as a recreational and tourist resource will include measures addressing opportunities for public access, natural p amenities of the shoreland and water body, maintenance of natural habitats and capacity of the water body and shoreland to sustain the proposed development. • Settlement patterns are to respect the capacity and integrity of groundwater m supplies. 6.4 Historical Resources Goal pj To ensure that planning activities contribute to the preservation of historical resources. Policy • In cooperation with Alberta Historical Resources, municipal planning efforts are to recognize significant historic resources and historic sites and seek opportunities to sustain these forthe use and enjoymentoffuture generations. pf PI 12 pj ^ P 7.0 INCOMPATIBLE DEVELOPMENT i 7.1 Intensive Livestock Operations pi Goal pi To minimize conflicts between intensive agricultural operations and incompatible pi land uses thereby reducing the possibility of jeopardizing the ability of livestock producers to maintain and expand viable operations. Policy • New development areas and developments, including single and fragmented parcels, are to be separated from any existing, authorized or anticipated pi intensive livestock operations; and conversely, new or expanding livestock ipi operations are to be appropriately separated from any existing, authorized or i anticipated incompatible development areas and developments. The Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) Method, which includes variances for unique topography and/or micro climate, visual screening, prevailing winds, and unique agricultural management or technology, should be used to determine appropriate separation distances. When applying the MDS, municipalities should use MDS tables and the intensive livestock definition provided in the Code of Practice for the Safe and Economic Handling of Animal Manures (available from Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development). 13 iPi ^ SB 7.2 Waste Management Facilities Goal P) I To minimize conflicts between waste management facilities and incompatible land p uses thereby contributing to the continued efficient and environmentally appropriate operation of the facilities. Policy Settlement patterns are to be developed in a fashion that ensures that existing [ and future waste management sites are not encumbered by incompatible land s uses. 7.3 Industrial Development SP Goal To minimize conflicts between industrial development and adjacent land uses thereby contributing to the continued operation of the industries and the qualityof S3 life of all Albertans. Policy P Patterns of settlement are to provide for industrial locations that allow for set backs and other mitigative measures to accommodate natural resource extraction p and processing, manufacturing and other industries. PI 14 8.0 THE NATURAL ENVIRONMENT p) Goal To ensure that the municipal planning process contributes to the maintenance and enhancement of the natural environment without duplicating provincial and federal review processes and requirements. Policy PI • The limitations on the development of hazard lands, including those which are I prone to flooding, erosion, landslides or subsidence are to be recognized in the municipal planning process. • Development within the 1:100 year flood plain must consider the mitigative measures and determination of suitable uses necessary to minimize the risk to health and safety and to loss due to property damage. p • In keeping with the principles and recommendations of the "Alberta Sustainable DevelopmentVision," the longterm importance of significant fish, wildlife and plant habitat is to be recognized and integrated into the municipal L planning process within the scope of municipal authority and without P subjecting landowners to the additional "taking of the land." Development in and adjacent to these areas is to be carefully designed to minimize impacts on their carrying capacity. In keeping with the principles and recommendations of the "Provincial Wetland Policy" the use of wetlands, including their alteration, is to be in a manner that |p recognizes their value for water storage, groundwater replenishment, flow regulation, water quality control and wildlife habitat. P 15 • Development on lands that are significant ravine, valley, river and stream corridors, and unique landscapes is to occur in a manner which respects the value ofthese features to the residents ofthe Province. pi pi IP 16 %"o 9.0 HOUSING Goal To ensure that municipal planning efforts recognize and respond to the housing pi needs of all Albertans. Policy • The magnitude and scope of the housing need is to be recognized and IP accommodated in a fashion appropriate to each municipality. • Development standards and innovative approaches to housing and neighbourhood design are to be examined in relation to the abilityto meet the varied housing needs of Albertans. • Settlement planning and development standards are to provide opportunities to accommodate manufactured and modular housing by reducing or eliminating barriers which inhibit or prevent the use of housing constructed offsite. • Where appropriate, settlement planning and development standards are to provide opportunities for small scale intensification in residential areas except where a municipality concludes there is inadequate infrastructure or significant physical constraints. Opportunities are to be provided for the accommodation of the growing number of needed institutional residences within both new and existing p communities. r 17 Goals IP To encourage municipalities to work co-operatively in order to pursue joint approaches to common planning issues. j5| To encourage the pursuit of appropriate planning strategies which are sensitive to the needs of all municipalities involved and which promote the orderly, p economical and beneficial use of land. pi Policy P •To ensure successful implementation of the Land Use Policies, continued and expanded intermunicipal efforts are necessary and must be incorporated into ^ municipal planning approaches and procedures. pi • Physical and man-made features which affecttwo or more municipalities are to be jointly recognized and appropriate actions which support the preservation or enhancement of these features are to be pursued. ip • Where the effect of development transcends municipal boundaries, p municipalities are to address the impacts jointly and expeditiously. Additionally, settlement planning is to anticipate these intermunicipal impacts and seek to achieve consensus through a variety of mechanisms. P 18 1 • The municipal fringe is to be managed in a manner which answers that any use or development does not preclude or inhibit future intensification of these lands including necessary infrastructure and open space requirements. • Annexation proposals are to conform to any framework/strategies/policies contained in any intermunicipal development plan, constitute a logical extension of the municipality and be in keeping with the theme of concentrated p development. r p ipi 19 w> <\\ P) 11.0 COOPERATION AND COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS pi Goal To promote cooperation and coordination of actions and activities between municipalities, provincial departments and other jurisdictions. Policy pi • Recognizing the Province's responsibility to manage Alberta's resources and p Crown lands and municipal authority regarding settlement patterns, continued cooperation and coordination between municipalities and provincial departments is to be pursued. • Cooperation and coordination is to be sought between Alberta's municipalities and First Nations, Metis Settlements, agencies in charge of Federal lands and other provincial governments with respect to shared planning and development interests. Ws 20 0^ ADMINISTRATIVE COORDINATOR'S REPORT TO COUNCIL IP DATE: 95 September 06 SUBJECT: COUNCIL AND MEMBER-AT-LARGE ORIENTATION Recommendation: That Council schedule the orientation day for Councillors on Friday, October 20th at 9:00 am., and that Council approve the submission ofthe attached advertisement to the local newspapers inviting applications for the citizen appointments to committees. Report: A draft copy ofan advertisement for Citizen Appointments to Various Committees and Boards is attached for Council's review. r*^ q$ MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAIJ NO. 77 CITIZEN APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS COMMITTEES AND BOARDS The Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 annually appoints citizens at largeto various boards and L committees in the conduct of its business. Prior to annual appointments Council invites interested fj^' citizens to express their interest in serving on the following. Subject to annual renewals, the length ofappointment may vary from one to three years. Agricultural Service Board A five member board to assist and advise Council in the promotion and development ofagricultural policies to meet the needs ofthe Municipality. Two ratepayer positions are appointed along with two Councillors and a member appointed by the Minister of Agriculture. In addition to actively • promoting agricultural issues and concerns, members are required to attend monthly day meetings and attend various other conferences, tours and evening meetings with the local farming community. Municipal Planning Commission m A five member commission to approve development applications of discretionary uses under the Land Use By-Law, approve subdivision applications and to provide recommendations to Council on planning matters. Two at-large appointments are made annually along with three Councillors. Day meetings are held monthly, or as required. Joint Municipal Planning Commission A six member commission to approve development applications of discretionary uses within the joint generalmunicipal plan area, and to recommend subdivisionapproval decisions to the M.P.C. Three members are appointed by the Town ofDrayton Valley and three members are appointed by the Municipal District of Brazeau, one of which is a membei-at-large residing in the plan area. Please contact the Municipality for an outline ofthe plan area. ^ y^l ^ Development Appeal Board - A five member boardto hear and decide appealson development or subdivision decisions that had been made previously by the Qevelopment Officer or the Munfginal Planning Commission. Day meetings are held as required. ill1""' IL Hf Brazeau JWuhdation A fivemember board representing the TcfWh of Drayton Valley, the Village of Breton, and the M. D. OfBrazeau which is responsible for the managementofSenior's Housing in Drayton Valley and the Village of Breton. The Municipal District appoints one Councillor and one citizen at large to the Foundation. Evening meetings are held monthly. Responsibilities include establishing budgets and setting operating policies for the combined Senior's Housing Units. • oft • Weed and Pest Appeals Committee A three member committee consisting of one Councillor andtwo citizens at large to hear appeals against notices issued under the Weed Control Act. The committee meets infrequently and only when required. Residents seeking to participate in the above boards or committees must indicate their interest by submitting a completed application form, available at the M. D. Office, to the undersigned by 12:00 noon on October 18, 1995. Karen Robinson Administrative Co-ordinator Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 P.O. Box 77 Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1R1 • All applicants will be required to attend a comprehensive orientation session on Oct 20, 1995. All r applications submitted will be presented to the Municipal District Council for consideration at the organizational meeting to be held at the end ofOctober after the election and the orientation session. " * Wi:~' q6> MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 CITIZEN APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS COMMITTEES AND BOARDS APPLICATION FORM Name Address Phone No. Board or Committee ofInterest Experience m 0 -ir;' m *W Signature ofApplicant r • R pi C\Vp MUNICIPAL MANAGER'S REPORT TO COUNCIL Pi DATE: SEPTEMBER 14,1995 SUBJECT: REVIEW OF TASK FORCE DISCUSSION PAPER ON AMBULANCE AND PATIENT TRANSPORTATION RECOMMENDATION: THAT THE ATTACHED PAPER BE REVIEWED BY COUNCIL TO DETERMINE IF THEY WISH TO PROVIDE COMMENTS, OR HAVE THE PEMBINA VALLEY AMBULANCE AUTHORITY RESPOND ON THEIR BEHALF. REPORT: The attachedtask force discussion paper will be reviewed by the >^' Pembina Valley Ambulance Authority on October 2,1995. Their ID' comments will be forwarded to the Task Force Chairman. If Council has some specific comments on the paper, these can be forwarded to the Task Force, and to the Pembina Valley Ambulance Authority as they prepare their response. p jjffil Hffl Ipift J Ulu v:? LhUTTTW TASK FORCE ON AMBULANCE AND PATIENT TRANSPORTATfSN June 27, 1995 Ft Dear Stakeholder: I , PI I am pleased to forward for your review and comments a copy of the discussion paper "A Model of Regional Health Authority/Municipal/Ambulance Operator Cooperation in the Delivery of Ambulance Services'1. This discussion paper was prepared by the Task Force on Ambulance and Patient Transportation, that was appointed by the Regional Health Authority Council of Chairs in October 1994. Our mandate has been to review current arrangements and investigate possible funding and service approaches in a restructured health system. Task Force members have proceeded on the premise that pre-hospital care and inter-facility transfers are increasingly important components of the health system. Many Regional Health Authorities have begun discussions with ambulance operators and municipalities in this area, particularly dealing with the funding and delivery of inter-facility transfers of in-patients. There is widespread agreement that patients are best served by teamwork between the many stakeholders in the emergency health services network. During the coming months, important decisions will need to be made. It will be necessary to proceed with caution in determining the relationships between Regional Health Authorities, health care providers, municipalities and ambulance operators. p Decisions by Regional Health Authorities on funding and delivery of P inter-facility transfers of in-patients will impact on all t emergency health services, particularly pre-hospital responses. There are also significant implications in this area, for low call m volume services, and ambulance operations that are components of |! fire/rescue/dangerous goods services. PI .../2 p^ c\% - 2 - Task Force members are hopeful that the attached document will be useful to you in your discussions. While awaiting receipt of your comments, we are continuing to address funding and governance issues, among other topics. I would appreciate your comments on the attached documents by September 30. 1995. to the following address: George Verneire Chairman, Task Force on Ambulance and Patient Transportation c/o the County of Ponoka office Bag 5500 Ponoka, Alberta #» T4J 1P6 (telephone 783-2589) Wi Task Force members are available to clarify the contents of the discussion paper. I would also invite you to telephone me directly with your comments. I look forward to your responses. p Yours Sincerely, ip /attachments W) w& M ♦DRAFT FOR DISCUSSION* *- AMODEL OF REGIONAL HEALTH ATTTHORITY/MTJNICIPAL/AMRTn.ANTrF OPERATOR COOPERATIONIN THE DELIVERY OF AMBULANCE SERVICES _ I. INTRODUCTION TO THE TASK FORCE pi I. The Task Force on Ambulance and Patient Transportation was appointed by the Council of Chairs in October 1994. This discussion paper was prepared in May 1995 following approval J ofthe Task Force's revised Terms ofReference, by the Regional Health Authority Council of Chairs, on March 31, 1995. (Please see Attachment 1). I The Terms ofReference ofthe Task Force are: p "To review current patient transfer and emergency medical response services available I to Albertans, and to investigate possible funding and service approaches which will address the emergency and inter-facility transportation needs of consumers in the p changing health care environment." f Task Force members have proceeded on the premise that, irrespective of historical f» arrangements for funding and governance, emergency out-of-hospital and inter-facility transport I services are increasingly important components of the health system. The "emergency health services network", including ambulances, should be deployed in accordance with patients' P medical needs. There are many changes underway in the health system: PJ more acutely ill patients in the community; increased intensity and complexity of medical intervention for emergency patients out- of-hospital; greaterrecognition by Regional Health Authorities ofthe need for medical control and direction (Core Services document); implications of the difference between "in-patient" and "out-patient" for inter-facility transfers; significant reductions in acute care bed numbers, potential closure of some emergency departments and hospitals, and possible role conversions of some hospitals to "community heath centers"; IP D \° the benefits of greater coordination between the ground and air ambulance programs; the greater number of "mutual aid" agreements between ambulance operators and emergency response organizations; • the potential to deploy some ambulance attendants in non-traditional duties, under medical direction and control. These changes will have significant implications for out-of-hospital care. The report "New Dimensions in Emergency Health Services: anAlbertaSolution" wasreleased in 1988. The authors of the report recommended that there is a continuing need to ". . . provide provincial identity and status to ambulance services as part of the health care delivery system, and... bring co-ordination and direction to air and ground ambulance services" (page 13, emphasis added). Irrespective of the many funding arrangements, ambulances deliver patients to health care facilities and are used to transfer them between health care facilities. As a result, one of the major purposes of the Task Force has been to determine the role ambulance services should assume in a regionalized health system. (L A number of RHAs have commented in their business plans that they are interested in "integrating" ambulance services into their structures. Integration is defined as bringing together "parts" to form a cohesive "whole". RHAs that have used this term likely intend that they view as desirable a "seamless" delivery and coordination ofambulance services. While this concept has proven to be sensitive, it does not necessarily imply a change in governance, ownership, or current funding arrangements. From a patient care perspective, it means a regional and provincial network ofstakeholders who worktogether to improve patient outcome. RHAs are now becoming directly involved inambulance issues, by virtue of their assumption of the global budgets of acute care hospitals. This includes responsibility for payment of in patient inter-facility transfers. Many of these transfers occur by ground ambulance. RHAs collectively spent about $15 million on inter-facility transfers last fiscal year. The Core Services document ofRHA responsibilities was provided to RHA members in June 1994. The document makes reference to emergency health services: "Each RHA will plan for an emergency health services network responsible for assessment, diagnosis and treatment of people with unexpected illness or injury. The RHAsresponsibilities include 24hour hospital resources capable of stabilizing a patient for transfer to the next appropriate higher level ofcare . . . RHAs are also responsible «_ for providing medical direction for ground ambulance and interfacility transfers of patients. Coordination withboth ground and provincial airambulance is also required." \o* H. PRINCIPLES FOR COLLABORATION *• Patients' interests are best addressed in each region bv an emergency health serving network that includes medical control and direction, staff, vehicles and equipment, dispatch systems, a network of acute care hospitals, health care practitioners', communication systems, pre-hospital and inter-facility transfer protocols, and a mechanism for coordination with the provincial air ambulance program. 2- Accountability and advocacy for patient care ultimately rests with each ambulance operator's Medical Director, appointed in accordance with the Emergency Medical Technicians Regulations under the Health Disciplines Act. 3- Each region should have an effective communication system to ensure timely dispatching of ground ambulances within and outside the region. As is noted in the 1988 "New Dimensions" report: "it is evident that an emergency service can only be as effective as its system of exchanging information." 4- Eachregionshouldhave a regional dispatch system under medicalcontroland direction. It is widely acknowledged that a properly trained dispatcher can save lives by responding to patients' medical conditions, rather than callers' heightened emotional states. The dispatch system requires strong administrative backing and the full support ofthe ambulance service's Medical Director. The role of the dispatch system is to "send the right vehicle, in the right way, at the right speed, at the right time, in the right configuration". 5. All citizens within the RHA should have reasonable access to a "Basic Life Support" or "Advanced Life Support" level of ground ambulance service, as defined by the Ambulance Services Actand Regulations. The Emergency Medical Responder level of ambulance service should be confined to remote, rural areas of the province with low call volumes. There are many ways to define "reasonable access". Some RHAs have denned this term as provision of BLS service within 30 minutes to 95% of the population. EMR level services should assist BLS and ALS services, but should exist only as "rescue outreach services". That is, the minimum level of care throughout the region should be BLS, preferably being provided by attendants with advanced ("12.1") skills. IP EMR practitioners would work with Emergency Medical Technicians - Ambulance in L BLS services. p I. \& 6- Ambulance personnel will continue to report under the Health Disciplines Act to an accountable Medical Director, with appropriate continuing education and accountability to their professional association. These ambulance personnel may be supplemented by a network of first responders, most of whom are volunteers. Each RHA, in concert with local jurisdictions, will need to address the role of medical guidance and skill development for first responders. ?• Each region should network with ambulance operators, and emergency and disaster service organizations within and close to the region. Collaboration should be promoted within and between regions. With collaboration, there is considerable potential for "economies of scale", particularly in group tendering and shared services. Other examples include shared administration, purchasing, training, staffdeployment and other admimstrative/support functions. 8. All hospitals within theregion should have protocols for referrals through a coordinated dispatch system with other hospitals providing the necessary higher levelofcare. This includes access to the provincial airambulance program. 9. Each region should provide access to one or more hospitals providing 24 hour a day emergency services, including resuscitation, and care in trauma, cardiac, pulmonary, gynaecology/obstetrics; eye, ear, nose and throat; orthopaedic and psychiatric emergencies, as well as the capability for short-term observation. Specialty services could be accessed in another region if necessary. This level of health care facility includes equipment, staffing, space, clinical support services and technology. Nurses should be certified in Advanced Cardiac and Basic p Trauma Life Support, and physicians should be certified in Advanced Cardiac and Trauma Life Support. Signs onthehighway should reflect the levelof care available. Only hospitals withthis level of service should be able to portray themselves to the public with the road sign "H" (Program Guidelines for Rural Alberta Hospitals, April 1994). 10. Each region should have objectives, protocols, performance criteria and outcome measurementsto ensure timely, accountable and appropriate air and ground ambulance service, as well as inter-hospital transportation. There should alsobe a means for each region to be linked with the provincial air ambulance Total Quality Management Program, now being developed. 11. Each region should have transfer procedures for returning various types of patients. Sending hospitals in major urban areas should work with the appropriate dispatch systems to determine whether an empty, returning ground (or, if applicable, air) ambulance is available to return a patient to a rural hospital. (Air and ground ambulance services are paid for on a "round trip" basis.) \(# 12. Each region should have methods for transporting medically stable patients and persons who require health services not available in their home communities. This will be particularly important, as some hospitals close or are converted to "community health centres". 13. Each region should work with municipalities, ambulance boards and operators toensure appropriate capital and operating funds. This might include fund raising for capital equipment, donations to municipalities, and service contracts between ambulance operators andindustrial firms. This revenue generation plan will varyconsiderably with population density and the degree of municipal involvement, among other factors. 14. Each region should have a public and media relations strategy to educate the public on the availability of emergency medical services. This strategy should also address the appropriate way to access and use emergency medical services. m. STRATEGIC PLANNING A. ANALYSIS OF THE CURRENT SITUATION AND THE REGION'S ABIUTY TO MEET THE PRINCIPLES FOR COLLABORATION Each RHA should consider refinement of their emergency health services component of its business plan, by addressing: 1. the volume, complexity and routes of emergency cases within the region; 2. linkage with fire, police and disaster services; p> 3. current hospital practices for emergency patients; 4. mutual aid agreements within and outside the region; 5. deployment ofambulance attendants in"non-traditional" (non-emergency services) roles, as well as useof other health practitioners to assume pre-hospital andinter-hospital care functions. Consideration needs to be given to the role of bargaining agents in this area; 6. collaboration among stakeholders to ensure "economies of scale", such as training, staffing, and the bulk purchasing of medical equipment and supplies; 7. prevention and promotion efforts to reduce the reliance on emergency health services (forexample, programs todeal with causes ofcardio-vascular disease, premature births, injuries and trauma). 8. an evaluation of the degree of teamwork among stakeholders in the emergency health services network. A Vo B. GOVERNANCE AND FUNDING ISSUES There are 113 ground ambulance operators in the province, operating in 140 locations. In terms of ownership/governance: • 63 are municipally owned (21 of these are hospital-based and 17 are based in fire departments); • 37 are private sector, operating under contract, and • 13 are operated by volunteers, native bands, societies, or industrial firms. Please see Attachment 2 for a list ofambulance operators by region and level of service. Ambulance services inAlberta receive funding from municipalities (predominantly grants), and the Provincial and Federal Governments (on a "fee for service" basis). These 113 operators have assets including ambulances, medical supplies and telecommunications equipment worth about $90 million. Annual operating costs, including payment for the approximately 2500 ambulance attendants in the province, as estimated to be $90 million. The total yearly revenues for all ambulance services in the province are $60 million. Of the $60 million in revenues, the Provincial Government pays about $30 million per year for "provincial clients": • in-patients being transferred between facilities ($15 million) • recipients of Social Assistance ($3 million) • seniors and other subsidized Alberta Blue Cross recipients ($8 million) • in-province and out-of-province air ambulance ($4 million). The Federal Government spends approximately $10 million on ambulance transportation for aboriginal people. The remaining $20 million (of the $60 million) in revenue is gained from "user fees", the majority of which are paid by third party insurance firms. Municipalities collectively requisition about $30million, to makeup the difference betweenthe annual operating costs of $90 million, less the annual revenue of $60 million. Municipal and other ambulance operators depend to varying degrees on revenues from "provincial clients". In some instances, these provincial payments comprise upto 100% of an ambulance operator's revenues. Sections 7, 48, 49 and 382 of the Municipal Government Act give municipalities the option, but not the requirement to: • establish and determine ambulance boundaries, • levy a special tax to recover ambulance expenditures, and provide grants, • establish by-laws which prohibit any other person from providing ambulance service, and • set rates that may be charged for ambulance services. & There is a potential that some municipalities may consider divesting themselves of the P responsibility for administering ambulance services in the future. They may consider this ^ course of action due to competing priorities, at atime of significant fiscal restraint. During the coming year, municipalities will need to work closely with RHAs toensure that this critical T\ entry point to the health system is preserved and even enhanced. One option for coordination ofambulance services between municipalities and RHAs might be to have municipalities form an "ambulance authority", that is co-terminus with the RHA boundaries. The ambulance authority might have joint funding arrangements with p municipalities included in whole orin part within the ambulance authority's boundaries. jp C. REGIONAL MEDICAL DIRECTION Initially, each RHA should look to appoint an "Advisory Regional Medical Director", whose p role will be to provide advice to the RHA on clinical matters relative to the establishment of I_ the emergency health services network, including: a • consistent, high quality protocols for pre-hospital and inter-hospital care, in accordancewith the "Manualfor Medical Control Directors ofAmbulanceServices in Alberta" published by the Alberta Association of Emergency Medical Services P Physicians; • mutual aid agreements within and outside the region; *- • liaison and coordination with the provincial air ambulance program • medical dispatch systems within the region C* coordination and liaison with each ambulance operator's Medical Director (appointed under the Emergency Medical Technicians Regulation of the Health Disciplines Act). [ In the longer term, it is anticipated that each RHA may consider appointment of a Regional Medical Director, in conjunction with ambulance operators within the region. Consideration P • prepare and recommend intra- and inter-regional protocols and procedures; pi p \ \/ delegate authority under the Health Disciplines Act to the three classifications of ambulance attendants in the region through: - procedures and protocols, - direct "on line" verbal or written orders, and - patientcare report audits and Total Quality Management initiatives • assume medical direction of thedispatch systems. This would include approval of pre-arrival instructions given to the public provide clinical advice regarding the advisability of the: - location and level of service of ambulance bases - required advanced ("12.1 and 12.2") attendant skills - ambulance staffand equipment - establishment of a regional dispatch system, including ensuring that the closest and most appropriate ambulance available is dispatched on each call - interaction and working relationships of ambulance attendants with other health care providers - liaison with other Regional Medical Directors and Alberta Health Emergency Health Services Branch's Provincial Medical Director. f D. INTER-FACILITY PATIENT TRANSPORTATION As noted previously, RHAs have assumedresponsibility for funding inter-facility transfers of [ in-patients. As a result, they should consider a set of protocols for inter-facility transfer by various types ofvehicles, on the basis ofthe patient's medical condition. Guidelines have been published by the Alberta Association of Emergency Medical Services Physicians (please see Attachment 3). fitis impractical and not cost-effective to move all inter-facility patients by ambulance. Subject to medicalcontrol and direction, patients needto be transported by the least expensive method that best suits their medical needs, whether by ambulance or specialty transport vehicle. [ As an example, the proposal advanced by the Oilfields and District Emergency Medical Services (in Black Diamond) includes: I • a vehicle capable of transporting five patients plus a driver. The vehicle is air conditioned and has front and rear heaters. This vehicle accommodates only sitting F patients. It is equipped with a cellular telephoneand a mobile radio for communication t' with the regional dispatch center, and sending and receiving hospitals f • a driver trained at the Emergency Medical Responder level. He can provide a basic *• level of emergency care for patients who unexpectedly becomeill if necessary, until a responding ambulance arrives \o1 criteria for transport are that the in-patient: * - canbe moved by staffwith minimal medical training - is ambulatory, with minimal assistance, orcan be transferred by one person from a f wheelchair 1 - requires no medications, including oxygen, enroute - is able to look after his/her own personal needs and hygiene | - is mentally competent. jf* E. ACCESS TO APPROPRIATE LEVELS OF PRE-HOSPITAL CARE p Decisions by RHAs on the role and size of health care facilities and inter-facility transfer protocols willinfluence access to pre-hospital care. As a result, RHAswill needto work with municipalities, ambulance boards and operators to ensure that pre-hospital care remains There are at times pressures for this downgrading of service to occur: • the sending physician is unable to accompany the patient because ofother duties. This physician may be the only physician "on call" at the sending hospital; • the absence of a "backup" higher level of service within a timely period; the potential impact of "lost trips" on the local operator's financial viability; i»! Po \* • the possibility of adverse competition for a patient, based on his or herlocation. That is, most ambulance operators have mutual aid agreements. However, at times ambulance operators are placed in difficult situations with respect to provision ofpatient care outside their jurisdiction. Additionally, out-patients without health insurance at times do not access ambulance service when itisclearly medically indicated. These patients elect to transport themselves to and from asending hospital, sometimes at considerable personal and public risk, simply because they are unable to pay the cost of an ambulance trip. F. REGIONAL DISPATCH SYSTEMS The role and importance of dispatch centres has increased significantly in recent years, as a ^ result of public, health care facility, physician and municipal initiatives. Past (and recent practice in some areas) was often to merely provide an individual to answer the telephone, obtain the patient's address, and deploy an ambulance vehicle. There are 113 ambulance operators in the province, with many forms of ownership and operational models. Their "response areas" are varied, asaretheir capabilities of responding p to differing levels ofpatient care requirements. "Boundaries" between response areas served by ambulance operators at times may hinder effective pre-hospital or inter-facility care. The dispatch function is recognized among progressive services as a very important element of pre-hospital and inter-facility care, arguably which the remainder of the system complements. Many dispatch centres could be housed in community health centres. Other r protective services such as fire and rescue services can be dispatched from the samecentre. The more important features of the dispatch communication systems are: • all dispatchers should be certified to at least the Emergency Medical Responder level under the Health Disciplines Act, with Emergency Medical Dispatch certification. Emergency Medical Dispatch is the most popular dispatch system throughout North America. Certification as an EMD is achieved after a three day course, and is relatively inexpensive IP • the dispatch centre and Emergency Medical Dispatchers should operate under the authority of a MedicalDirector(under the HealthDisciplines Act). That is, dispatching is a "delegated medical act" when conducted by practitioners registered under the Health Disciplines Act. (Note that Emergency Medical Dispatch is not recognized by the Health Disciplines Act) \<* personnel capable of determining the medical nature and urgency of the call, IP coordination of the appropriate response resources, and ."on-line" monitoring. Pre- arrival instructions have repeatedly been shown to improve patient outcome, leave bystanders with the feeling that they have done all that can be done, and keep those in aposition to assist busy until the ambulance's arrival. Ambulance services employing pre-arrival instructions are also far less susceptible to litigation clear and relatively trouble free communications systems between the dispatch center and the ground ambulances, and between the ground ambulances and receiving hospital W\ the capability to tape recordall telephone callsand radiotransmissions, and retainthem for at least six months the dispatch center should ideally be connected to fire, rescue and police dispatch centers, or operate as part of an integrated dispatch center provision ofadvance notice to the receiving hospital the ability for ambulance attendants to "patch" to physicians at sending or receiving hospitals enroute the ability to send ambulances in accordance with the medical priority ofthe patient's complaint (that is, not all calls require "lights and sirens" a program to ensure that procedures are followed and improvements are made continuously clear protocols for contacting the air ambulance dispatch center the ability to provide support in a disaster, upon request. p ^ftj G. ENHANCED 911 SYSTEMS Enhanced 911 allows electronic determination ofthe caller's location. Automated programs have been developed (and will be implemented shortly) that use legal land descriptions (section, township, range and meridian) to determine callers' addresses. Enhanced 911 will be available in 1995 for many Albertans, at less than one dollar per month per telephone line. "911" service is currently in place in Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Calgary, Red Deer, Edmonton, (most of) Strathcona County, and Fort McMurray. Pilot projects are underway in wa the Municipal District of Foothills, Grande Prairie and the Airdrie area. s\ 11 I * "911" service will shortly be available to rural areas at minimal cost. Yet, provision of"911" services without strong linkage with ambulance, fire, and other emergency response services m is inappropriate, and mav detract from effective patient care. That is, 911 by itself is merely an answering service, with no medical direction orcontrol. 911 service must bedelivered in concert with effective dispatch systems, under medical direction and control. Itotherwise adds p little to pre-hospital care. The role of the dispatch centre is to "send the right vehicles and staff, the right way, atthe P right time". The dispatch process should provide for a standardized, protocol system ofcaller 1 questioning, pre-arrival determinants, and an appropriate response. This is accomplished more effectively through regional coordination ofthe dispatch function. Regional dispatch systems f allow for "economies of scale" not present in dispatch systems that conform to individual operators' boundaries. P Two or more RHAs could conceivably establish common dispatch systems. These systems - might also have the capacity to dispatch fire, police and disaster service organizations. As well, they should play arole in returning patients to their home communities by ambulance and H mterfacility transfer vehicle. f H. PUBLIC EDUCATION . Regional Health Authorities will need to consider educating the citizens they serve on the role I of emergency health services in supporting health care restructuring. An effective emergency health services network will in part address one ofthe pressing issues RHAs are confronting, m the potential closure ofemergency departments in smaller rural hospitals. Among the questions RHAs will need to address in their public presentations are: • what is the meaning of an "emergency health services" network? m • how does the "emergency health services network" fit into the vision and mission ofthe Regional Health Authority? f • what is "reasonable access" to emergency services that are hospital and community i based? That is, when should I go to the hospital, as opposed to booking an appointment with a physician? what are the various capabilities of acute care hospitals in the region relative to accepting emergency patients ofvarying complexity and severity? ^ 12 \U what guidelines govern the inter-facility transfers of patients (within and between regions)? Do ambulances have protocols to "by-pass" certain hospitals? Under what circumstances? SSS| how will the reduction inacute care hospital beds and possible role conversions of some hospitals impact on pre-hospital care and inter-facility transportation? ^t) what mechanism isthere for health care providers and the public to provide input to the RHA on emergency health service issues? who is administratively and medically accountable for pre-hospital care and inter-facility transfers in the region? how do I know that the ambulance will be able to find me? p if I am transported by air or ground ambulance within or from this region, to which hospital will I be sent? how will I return? what capabilities will the "community health centre(s)" in the region have to accept emergency patients? what is my responsibility as a consumer ofemergency health services? who pays for my ambulance trip? L CONTRACTING FOR SERVICES One approach to ensure that the expectations of Regional Health Authorities, ambulance boards/municipalities and operators are met is through contracting. Some features of these contracts might be expectations for: payment for services qualification ofattendants, their training, and the medication and supplies they carry purchase, disposal and responsibility for capital assets an administrative and clinical reporting structure a defined length ofthe agreement and a notification period for termination selection ofkey management staff iw provision of sharedadministrative and support services advisory committeerepresentation (to the participating municipalities andRegional Health Authority/Authorities) levels of service for each area ofthe region response times for each area of the region deployment of staff, equipment and vehicles centralized payroll and purchasing provision ofannual audited financial statements by operators to support the expenditure of funds r 13 PI \ \ $ compensation ofMedical Directors) deployment of ambulance attendants in "non-traditional" roles the regional communications system formal protocols between ambulance operators, emergency measures and disaster relief organizations within and closeto the region transfer protocols for returning various types of patients, in accordance with regional and provincial protocols completion of Patient Care Report forms and other information for patient care, financial and management purposes (this includes documentation ofpatient care by first responders) maintenance of an ambulance license under the Ambulance Services Actand Regulations recordkeeping and the right ofinspection liability insurance compliance with legislation, policies, procedures and directives of the municipalities and Regional Health Authority mechanisms to modify the agreement contractual violations and penalties *$•) dispute resolution and arbitration. pi D. CONCLUSION The contents of this discussion paper are intended to promote collaboration between RHAs, mumcipalities, ambulance operators and other stakeholders in the delivery of ambulance IB) services in a regional structure. Task Force members invite comments on ways to ensure that this vital access point to the health system is enhanced in the coming years. /Attachments June 26, 1995 r pi From: Alberta Congress Board Date: 19/8/95 Time: 11:10:10 Page 2 of4 \ Dear Friend, EXECUTIVE BOARD: There is little questionthat Alberta has undergone a great deal of change, particularly overthe pasttwo years. We have witnessed corporate and government downsizing, public servicesbeing transferred to the communities, President: labourorganizations experiencing large losses in membership, and the introductionofnew computerand communi RlckEfchel cations technologies that are dramatically redefiningthe workplace. Dutwe had already predicted those changes at our 1993 Jasper Conference: "EconomicRestructuring- Shaping the Future ofBusiness, Labour and vice President: Bmm FeimeU Government". Past President: Attending delegates were presentedwith information about, the futureofAlberta and the implication.*of change, Allan Bleiken firstliaud, from the experts. The delegates benefited by knowing wlial to expect and how to position themselves for a future of change. TtHUntpn AlexCarson At the 1994 Jasper Conference, delegates learnedabout the implications ofthe new economy on employment and iCfembers: how powerful socio-economic forces are driving the majorshift in our labourmarket. "Employment - Creating Jobs CherylKnebd in the New Economy" was a theme that stressed that the potentialopportunities and consequences forAlbertansare Tan T.ogsw significant and areonly now beingrealized by the broader community. Jasper Conferencedelegates enjoyed the BrentPickard benefit ofgetting the full story about these implications for the future of Alberta. Ken Shields RJotiTbwnsend This year, you have the opportunity of joiningyour peersat the 1995 JasperConference where you can influence F,v*ctitlv<» Dfri>ftor: and contribute to developing Alberta's future. The theme, "Building Alberta's Advantages - People, Technol DonDiduck ogy and Trade" is designed to bring you the bestinformation from key individuals who aresettingthe pace for Alberta in the next century. Adunnutrative Assistant: Kimberlee Sears Your participation atthe 1995Jasper Conference will give you the inside track on how Albertais preparing to takeon the global market place andhowyoucanbe a part of this exciting future. You will be ableto hear from CONFERENCE exceptional presenters suchasEric Newell, Guy Boutilier,T.eo Gerard, Phyllis Risen, Reg Basken, Dee CENTRE MEMBERS: Parkinson and Shawn Abbott. You will have Ihe chance to discuss and debate the issues you think are critical AudreyAlbrecht-Lee to Alberta's future success. Small group discussions will focus on several areas dial will lead to action plans for Al Atntersoti buildingAlberta's advantages. Human resources development, the information highway, community economic Dave Bennett development, international tradeandcontinuous learning have beenselected as the primary topics for action FranCreelman DonEastcott planning. The AlbertaCongress Board will takeyourideas forward to the Alberta Economic Development Brian Fennel], Chair Authority andothersubstantial organizations thatare facilitating the developmentofAlberta's advantages. pi Js«ye Fredrick sou Jack Hubler Ail ofthis is takingplaceat the beautiful Jasper Park Lodge, a truly world-class venue selected for your I KarenIngalls comfort and enjoyment amidst theAlberta Rockies. You arc encouraged to bring a companion(atreduced AnncKozak Dick Letilley rates) to the conference and sharein the wonderful environment ofJasper. Maureen N/fcKay Ruth Nielsen Please take a few moments to review our program for the 1995 Jasper Conference. This isone youwill not want Barbara Nyland to miss! Margaret Plain BudZahary Set asideOctober 19-22,1995 on yourcalendar and fax or mail back a completed registration form to reserve your space al die conference. We are encouraging you lorespond early soas noltobedisappointed if we are nol able lo accommodate largenumbers ofregistrants later. Should youwant more information onthe 1995 Jasper Conference, please donothesitate to call us... SEEYOU AT JASPER! Sincerely, Formerly Don Diduck Executive Director r The Conference Society ofAlberta From: Alberta Congress Board Date: 19/8/95 Time: 11:11:47 Page 3of4 .XmNFERENCE PROGRAM Building Alberta's Advantages - People, Technology andTrade * Thursday, October 19.1995 Conference Registration - any time between 4:00 - 8:00 pm. BuffetDinner - will be served between5:30 - 7:30 pm. |P Conference Opening (8:00 pm.) Keynote Speaker: Phyllis Eiseu Phyllis fcisen, SeniorPolicyDirectorwiththe NationalAssociation of Manufacturers (Washington, DC) willspeak on the overalltheme for the conference, "Building Alberta's Advantages". Shewill focus onthechanges taking place intheworkplace; howcontinuous learning andcollaboration amongworkers and employers willbe crucial to the successof organizations, andwhatthe future holds for economicdevelopment strategies in communities. Ms.Eisenserveson the Boardof Directors forthe National CenterforEducation andthe Economy andis active in a numberof civic andcommunity activities in Washington, DC. Evening Social- Wine and Cheese: Thisis a perfectopportunityto meet friends and otherdelegates for an eveningofcasualdiscussionoverwineand cheese. A tradition ofllie Alherla CongressBoard, Iheevening social isalways an enjoyable limeforeveryone. Friday. October 20. 1995 Morning Session - Two-Person Panel: EricNewell and Guy Boutilier n EricNewell, President& CEO ofSyncrudeCanada & Co-Chairof the AlbeitaEconomic Development Authority,willdiscuss with Guy Boutilier, Mayor of the largestmunicipalityin North America,the RegionalMunicipality of Wood Buffaloand Chairof the Fort McMurrayStakeholders Group, how corporate and conimuiutycollaboration canbe usedto tackle veiysignificant challenges regarduig conimuiutydevelopment. Thispanelwillalsoserveas at) a case study for small group discussions at the conference. L Small Group Discussions All Delegates Delegates willbe ableto participate in threedynamicsmall-group discussion sessions thatwillfocuson ideas for "Building Alberta's Advantages". Led Pi by Facilitators, the smallgroups willdiscuss severalkey socio-economic themesthat willresultin action plans. The themes that willbe discussed include:Continuous Learning;the InformationHighway;CommunityEconomicDevelopment; Human Resources Development; and International Trade. Thesmallgroupswillbe challenged andinspired to makea difference inAlberta by bringing theirideasto thetable. The resulting recommendations and actionplanswillbe put forward to a numberof significant Alberta-based organizations for theirendorsement,including the AlbertaEconomic DevelopmentAuthority. Luncheon - Two-Person Panel: Keg Basken and Dee Parkinson Reg Basken, Executive Vice Presidenl/Secrelary ofllieCommunications, Energy andPaperworkers ofCanada, will discuss willi DeeParkinson, Executive Vice-President of Suncor OilSands Group, labour andmanagement issues andcooperative strategies of the 1990s. Thispanel will alsofocus on thechallenges thatlabourand management haveto workthrough to achieve theirmutual goals. Thediscussion willhighlight how theirexperiences can serve as a referencepoint for Alberta's futureeconomic developmentinitiatives. IP Dinner Speaker: Leo Gerard LeoGerard, International Secretary Treasurer of theUnited Stcclworkcrs of America, will speak aboutthesignificant restructuring thathastakenplace in thesteel industry. Hewill discuss howlabour andmanagement have adjusted tothenew realities ofa much more technologically driven industry that has also become intensely competitive. Leo Gerard will outline strategies that have the best opportunity for developing action plans andimplementing litem. Hehas beena memberofOnlario Premier's Council on Economic Renewal; a memberofllie Canadian LabourMarkel and Productivity Centre; a member oftheboard oftheWorkplace Health &Safety Agency inOntario; and has been active asVice-President oftheCanadian Labour Congress. Evening Hospitality: This social isanevening offun and entertainment. Join insinging and music provided bythe delegates themselves. Ifyou play a musical instrument, you aremorethanwelcome to bringit along forthespontaneous "jamsessions". Saturday, October 21, 1995 Delegates willspendSaturdaymorningin smallgroupdiscussions. A Plenary Session wilbeheldonSaturday afternoon. Luncheon Speaker: Shawn Abbott Shawn Abbott, Chief Scientist with Rainbow Technologies, will describe how new technologies will play anincreasing role inourown lives butalso for organizations and communities. Shawn Abholl isan Alberla entrepreneur wlio, wbile yet in liis Iwenlies, was able loslarl acompany from scratch and develop itinto amulti-million dollar operation. He will share his personal experiences onbuilding and establishing his high-tech company which was eventually purchased by Rainbow Technologies. Dinner Entertainment: Jebb Fink, Comedian from Yuk Yuks The conference culminales wilh a Saturday dinner with entertainment from Rick Bronson from Yuk Yuks Plenty oflaughs andhearl-wamiing humour willmake this an experienceyou won't forget! Night-Time Get-Together: Dancing and socializing at TentCityonthe last nightofthe conference. B pi From:Alberta Congress Board Date: 19/8/95 Time: 11:13:10 Page 4 of4 pi w BuildingAlberta's Advantages -Peopfe Technology and Trade DATE: October 19- 22,1995. Registrationis between 4:00- 8:00pm on October 19. A buffet dinner will be served between 5:30and 7:30. Programbegins at 8:00pm. Conference ends with breakfastSunday morning between 7-10 am. PLACE: Jasper Park Lodge COST: Registration - $245(plus OST) perpersonuntilSeptember22; $275(plusOST) Ihereafler; spouses $50.00(phis OST). Provincial GST exemption # (if applicable) HOTEL: $73.88 per person per night, based on double occupancy (plus hotel tax and GST); (Please note these rates include a $105.50per person per night, based on singleoccupancy (plus hotel tax and GST). gratuity of$7.00 per person per day) MEALS: Room ratesinclude breakfast and dinner costs • Thursday evening buffet to and including Sunday morning breakfast. .BfK^^^-^si^^Jitii^is^lHPflj^fjn?: ._._—_. —————. —... Nome Preferred First Name Representing_ Title Address City. Prov Postal Code Bus. Phone Home Phone Fax SECTOR YOU ARE ASSOCIATED wtth: Q Business Ql T.ahour Q| Govern merit Q Education Q Other SPOUSE/COMPANION ATTENDING: Q Yes Q No If yes, first and last name Spouses/companions are welcome lo parlicipale inall aspects of Ihe conference. 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Allother items mustbearranged through Jasper Park Lodge. VTSA Card No. F.xpiryDale Mastercard Purchase Order No. Cheque Signature Invoice ACB GST#106967128 Registration fees should accompany this form and should be made payable to: The Alberta Congress Board, Suite 1002, 10611 - 98 Avenue, Edmonton, AB T5K 2P7 Ph: 421-9330 Fox: 426-2987 Pl.EASF. NOTE: A late registration fee of $30.00will he assessed after September 23. A cancellation fee of $50.00will be charged prior to October 1. No refund thereafter. Wft IP • Pembina River Flowgi A Publication ofthe Public Advisory Committee for the ugust1995 Pembina River Floodplain Management Study Number 7 THE PUBLIC ADVISORY COMMITTEE an overview by Chairman Barry Felstad The Public Advisory Committee made a presentation of recommendations to the Honourable Ty Lund, Minister ofEnvironmental Protection, on February 14, 1995. The Minister received us with courtesy and displayed a high level of concern for the problems of the Pembina. His main problem is budgetary, having to pare back one-third of the previous year's budget. The Public Advisory Committee will remain in effect, meeting periodically to monitor the Pembina River Basin, make recommendations and to advise the Minister on flood-related issues. Our next step is to gather more information on crop flood insurance to supplement the recommendations already made to the Minister. It is the opinion that everyone on the Committee gave it their best shot. The fact that the Committee was able to come to consensus or agreement is exemplary because of the diverse backgrounds of the members. The recommendations put forth were the best possible, considering firstly the thinking of the times, secondly the ,-, integration of social, environmental and economic concerns in assessing options, andthirdly, the information available. Please note that the committee was formed to study and give advice. Lobbying, often the forerunner of action will have to be done by others. Those of you feeling strongly enough about the Pembina situation are urged to write and lobby for action. i Pembina River Flows August 1995 wmmmtmmKaMmmfflmmmxB&? ^^^ft^MMMMHHHMMSHSMBBBBHHNiGfa^-- . Presenting Recommendations for Floodplain Management \\ \ We presented our recommendations on your behalf to the Minister on February 14, 1995. Below is a copy of the covering letter summarizing our recommendations . A copy of the Executive Summary is also included for your information. February 14, 1995 Honourable Ty Lund Minister of Alberta Environmental Protection 323 Legislature Building Edmonton, Alberta T5K 2B6 -, Dear Honourable Ty Lund: We are submitting our report and recommendations for the development of a long term plan for addressing flood damages in the Pembina RiverBasin. Thisreport is a culmination of two years of work by the Public Advisory Committee and involvedextensiveconsultation with the residents living in the Pembina Basin and other interested parties. The Public Advisory Committee represents a wide diversity of interests. We have achieved consensus in recommending to you a package of actions that we believe will fairly reduce or compensate for damages experienced by both upper and lower basin producers and floodplain residents. The Public Advisory Committee feels these options will also minimize the overall cost to the provincial government. Wealso believe these recommendations respect the need to protect the environment. Key to thePublic Advisory Committee's recommendations is that theprinciples of "least-cost solution" and "individual responsibility" should be applied to the implementation of any action. We are hopeful thatthe Minister approve the overall recommended plan of action as described in Chapter 6. m More importantly the Public Advisory Committee requests that the Minister provide direction to his department to implement the following high priority components ofthe plan as soon as possible, ideally during the 1995/96 fiscal year: 1. approve the establishment of an Independent Implementation Committee andempower themto ' begin work taking action on the report's recommendations; 2. design and implement a spot-loss crop flood insurance program; r. make the "menu of actions" available to residents living in key "hot spots" so to quickly mitigate damage being experienced by these persons. These "hot spots" could be identified by the Independent Implementation Committee; T , provide provisional disaster pay-out guarantees (short-term) until the "menu of actions" can be made available to the entire basin; r,5. initiate background research and design work on the remaining recommendations. •HHHBHHHHSHBBBHHhBH " Pembina River Flows August 1995 The response from the generalpublic to this package of recommendations has been very positive. The clearest messages we have received are that "doing nothing is not an option" and that "its time to quit talking and start acting." We would hope that these recommendations meet with your approval and that work can begin quickly on their implementation. According to the Terms of Reference the Public Advisory Committee will monitorthe implementation of these recommendations and meet on an annual basis to assess progress being made to address flood and erosion issues in the Pembina River basin. Thank you for the opportunity to participate on the PAC. Sincerely, ORIGINAL SIGNED BY: Barry Felstad Lois Coward Russell Dauk Acting Chairman, MD of Brazeau Yellowhead Regional Pembina Drainage Planning Commission and Conservation Association I Cathy DeZaeyer Geoff Hampton Bob Jackson Barrhead County of Parkland MDofWestlock Citizen at Large Vice Chairman i Arnold Koberstein Tom Marr-Laing Lawrence Miller County of Lac Ste. Anne Pembina Institute for County of Barrhead i Appropriate Development Neil Norton Robin Wallace George Webster MD ofBrazeau Barrhead MD of Yellowhead Citizen at Large Citizen at Large - Frank Wilkinson Ervine Wimmer Arden Wingrove Sangudo County of Barrhead Westlock * Citizen at Large Past Chairman Citizen at Large Pembina River Flows August 1995 Executive Summary \\*\ The purpose of the Public Advisory Committee In each table the actions have been separated into (PAC) for the Pembina River Valley Floodplain "Specific" and "General" items. "Specific" actions Management Study is to identify public concerns are those that would be made available to producers and suggestions regarding river management and and residents impacted by flooding and erosion. flood damage; evaluate structural and non-structural Because these people's needs vary greatly, the alternatives; and, make recommendations on which package developed is flexible enough to provide a alternatives to implement. range, or "menu", of options to use on a case-by- case basis. The "General" actions are not site Beginning in the fall of 1993the PAC went to the specific and would be implemented on a basin- public to identify who was interested in the flooding wide, or floodplain basis. issue, what their concerns were, and what they thought could be done. With this information we It is the PAC's view that these actions will fairly then developed criteria and a methodology for reduce or compensate the damages experienced by evaluating potential solutions in a manner that producers and residents in the floodplain (both incorporated the wide diversity of public concerns Upperand Lower basin) while minimizing the received. overall cost to the provincial government and respecting the need to protect the environment. With this information in hand the PAC then Equally importantly, these actions could be completed a detailed evaluation of actions available, implemented in a timely and straightforward and after lengthy debate, came to consensus on a fashion and would not involve long lead times (for package of actions. hearings, court cases, engineering studies, budget debates, etc.). The PAC is pleased to submit the following recommendations, which we forward with our unanimous agreement, to the Minister of TABLE 1 - MITIGATE - NOW (PRESENT) Environmental Protection for consideration and FLOOD EROSION implementation. SPECIFIC • Floodproofing • Channel Alterations (local, • Raising Elevations water quality) • Selective Dykes • Selective Shoreline : • Spot-Loss Crop Flood Protection Insurance • Regulatory Measures Solutions To Implement • Relocation • Relocation • Property Acquisition • Property Acquisition • Propeny Acquisition and • Property Acquisition and Lease Back Lease Back The PAC reviewed all of the alternatives proposed. • Livestock Management It came to consensus on a package of actions that SPECIFIC • Tax Adjustments • Tax Adjustments • would meet most of the needs of the people and AND/OR • Post-Flood Recovery Work • Post-Flood Recovery Work GENERAL • Disaster Assistance • Disaster Assistance communities livingin the PembinaRiver Basin in a • Roads and Highways GENERAL • Shaving Off the Flood Crest • Regulatory Measures cost-effective manner with a minimum impact on • Stormwatcr Management - building codes (Flash Flood-Urban and - subdivision development the environment. An outline of these actions is Rural. Bogs. Swamps and - floodplain regulations Wetlands) - land use bylaws provided inTable 1 and 2. Descriptions ofthese • Regulatory Measures • Administration alternatives are provided in Chapter 6 of the report. - building codes - subdivision development - floodplain regulations - land use bylaws These action items have been separated into • Rood Forecasting • Disaster Preparedness Plan I categories thatare useful to those currently living in • Information and Education the basin (Table 1: Mitigate - Now) and those which • Administration will avoid creating or increasing new risk to The PAC consensus to not recommend construction of a dam at this time is contingent upon timely action being taken to implement thealternatives damages in the future (Table 2: Prevent- Future). recommended by the Committee. River Flows August 1995 dependent Implementation Body This committee would work within the existing legislative and regulatory framework of the The Public Advisory Committee recommends to Government of Alberta and within the limits of any the Minister of Environmental Protection the funding and authority it may receive. establishment of an Independent Implementation Body to assist in determining guidelines for Flood Control Dam floodplain related actions in the Pembina River Basin. After careful consideration of the pros and cons of the construction of a dam, the committee decided TABLE 2 - PREVENT - FUTURE that it is not feasible to recommend the construction FLOOD EROSION of a dam at this time. Although it was the PAC's opinion that such a dam could technically be the GENERAL • Regulatory Measures • Regulatory Measures - building codes - building codes most effective of all the alternatives in controlling 1 - subdivision developments - subdivision development - floodplain regulations - floodplain regulauons in 100 Summer (upper basin) floods and would have - land use bylaws - land use bylaws • Floodproofing • Selective Shoreline some effect on the erosion caused by such events, • Raising Elevations Protection • Selective Dykes • Land Treatment Measures other lower cost, lower impact alternatives exist and • Shaving Off the Flood Crest • Administration • Land Treatment Measures should be developed. In addition, the economic • Stormwatcr Management • Tax Adjustments • benefit-cost ratio of the dam is very poor, such a • Administration structure will have significant environmental impact • Roads and Hiehwavs and long timelines are required for approval, The PAC consensus to not recommend construction of a dam at this time is contingent upon timely action being taken to implement the alternatives planning and construction of a dam. Consensus recommended by the Committee. support for this decision is contingent upon timely action being undertaken to implement the Membership is to include local producers and alternatives recommended by the committee. residents as well as other stakeholders such as municipal and provincial governments, The PAC does not close the door on this option: if environmental, recreational and industry groups. future conditions affecting the construction of a Public Advisory Committee Members Name Affiliation Phone Name Affiliation Phone Barry Felstad PAC Chairman 674-4420 Tom Marr-Laing Pembina Institute for 542-6272 Appropriate Development Lois Coward M.D. of Brazeau #77 542-2043 Lawrence Miller County of Barrhead #11 674-4202 Russell Dauk New Era Municipal Services 967-2249 Neil Norton Citizen at Large, M.D. of 339-2360 Brazeau #77 Cathy DeZaeyer Citizen at Large, Barrhead 674-4040 Robin Wallace Citizen at Large, Barrhead 674-5578 Ervine Wimmer Citizen at Large 954-2190 Frank Wilkinson Citizen at Large, Sangudo 785-2056 County of Barrhead #11 Bob Jackson M.D.ofWestlock#92 349-4986 Arden Wingrove Citizen at Large, Westiock 349-2496 Arnold Koberstein County of Lac St. Anne #28 674-4137 George Webster M.D. of Yellowhead #94 727-2042 GeoffHampton County of Parkland #31 727-2394 Pembina River Flows August 1995 dam, including social, environmental and economic • Provide provisional disaster pay-out-guaranteespr considerations change, then this alternative should (short-term) until the 'menu of actions' can be be re-examined as a potential long-term measure made available to the entire basin. that would assist residents of the Pembina River • Initiate background research and design work on I with its flooding problems. the remaining recommendations. Structural Alternatives Erosion Control North of Dapp Bridge Further research on other structural alternatives The public access to Mueller's home quarter is should be undertaken to explore options for being severely threatened by bank erosion on the reducing flood peaks. outside of a meander loop. The MD of Westlock relocated the road, and the only alternatives are to • High Priorities either move the residence and buildings to abandon I this location, or to provide erosion protection along The PAC recommends quick action on the bank. We have learned that $32,000 has been implementing the following high priority allocated this year for doing this work, and a further components of the plan as soon as possible: $14,350 will be allocated next year to complete the erosion protection. Albeita Environmental • Establish a spot loss crop flood insurance Protection and the MD ofWestlock have worked programfor the Pembina River basin. This cooperatively in completing permits to undertake policy should be kept independent of other crop this work in a manner that satisfies riparian insurance programs. This insurance would ecological concerns about fisheries habitat and require underwriting in the initial years and water quality. subsidization equal to that of other programs. • Establish an Independent Implementation Erosion at J. Warehime's has been occurring for Committee and empower it to begin work taking decades. Following the 1986 flood, the province action on the PAC's recommendations. and county cost-shared the realignment of the • Make the menu of actions available to residents secondary road and access to the Warehime living in key 'hot spots' so to quickly mitigate residence. In the fall of 1994, a set of survey damage being experienced by these persons. markers was established to assist in monitoring the These hot spots could be identified by the rate of erosion that is occurring at this location. The Independent Implementation Committee. county is now responsible for monitoring the rate of erosion. If and when it is established " that the residence is in eminent danger from erosion, the department, at the request of the county may fund an engineering study to assess possible solutions. Based on the results of the study, the department would consider cost-sharing the most economical/ environmental solution on a 75%-25% I basis. The PAC is interested in hearing from you about other erosion hot spots • along the river that directly affect you. Please let us know your concerns. Bank erosion on an outside bend. • r v ALBERTA ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION Office of theMinister Responsible for Forests, Parks and Wildlife AUG 2 3 1995 Mr. Layne Johnson 0 Manager Brazeau (77) Box 77 Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1R1 Dear Mr. Johnson: Cabinet recently approved the transfer of the legislation that regulates landfills and other waste management facilities from under the Public Health Act to the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act (EPEA). This transfer is designed to streamline and simplify the landfill regulatory process for municipalities, industry and for the government. Under the current legislation, up to five different applications, submitted to several different government departments, could be required. Our government is looking at ways to streamline the approval processes. That was also a key goal when the Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act was enacted in 1993. The transfer is to be completed by March 31, 1996. Until this transfer is complete, the Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) are being asked to continue regulating the design, construction and operation of waste management facilities. In addition, the RHAs are being asked to complete the review of any current applications under the Public Health Act and issue the required approvals. Alberta Health and Alberta Environmental Protection will continue to provide technical support to the RHAs. To assist in the transfer of responsibility, a Waste Management Regulation Transfer Transition Committee is being developed. The committee will consist of representatives from the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties, Environmental Protection, Health, Municipal Affairs and the Regional Health Authorities. The committee reports to the Assistant Deputy Ministers of Health and Environmental Protection. The departments will work closely with key stakeholders and with the transition committee over the coming months to ensure an orderly transfer. The committee will be asked to assist in defining the landfill approval program as well as dealing with streamlining and identifying potential areas for deregulation. ...12 323 Legislature Building, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5K 2B6 Telephone 403/427-2391, Fax 403/422-6259 O Printed on recycled paper \?2> EPEA is based on the principle of public involvement and we are committed to ensuring public involvement continues in the approval process for landfills. Over the course of the transfer, your input, comments and suggestions on the transfer, are more than welcome. Make sure your committee representative is aware of any specific concerns. If you have any questions regarding this initiative, please call Jerry Lack or Wayne Inkpen from Alberta Environmental Protection at 427-5837, or Warren Kindzierski or Kevin McLeod from Alberta r Health at 427-2643. Sincerely, 3 Ty Lund Minister si L'lnstitut d'administration publique du Canada The Institute of Public Administration ofCanada Edmonton Regional Group Suite 510-21 Standard Life Place 10405 Jasper Avenue Edmonton, Alberta 14 August 1995 T5J 3S2 Jlka The Reeve of The Municipal District of Brazeau Box 77 Drayton Valley, AB TOE 0M0 Dear Mr. Lambert We are writing on behalf of the Edmonton and Calgary Regional Groups of the Institute of Public Administration of Canada to invite you to submit a nominee for the Alberta Lieutenant-Governor's Awardof Excellence in Public Administration. This award, established in 1986, is presented by the jiPfr Lieutenant-Governor at a formal ceremony. Past recipients include Dr. Myer Horowitz, Mr. AJ. Chip Collins, Mr. Jack Edworthy, Mr. Bob p King, Mr. Bill Rogers, Mr. Gerry DeSorcy and Mr. Michael Day. Our 1994 winner was Dr. Peter Meekison. The purpose of the Lieutenant-Governor's Awards is threefold: • to make known to the general public outstanding contributions to public administration; • to draw to the attention of members exemplary qualities of public managers; IP* • to provide needed recognition to unsung public managers. The criteria used by the Selection Committee are attached, as well as a list of documentation you may wish to include with your nomination. The closing date for receiving nominations with accompanying background is October 15, 1995. The selection will be made by a committee appointed by the two IPAC groups. Please include details of whom we may contact for additional information on your nominee. If we can be of any assistance, we are available by telephone at the numbers listed below. Sincerely, Sincerely, Tom W. Smith George/Tapley Edmonton Regional Calgary Regional Selection Committee Selection Committee p Telephone: (403) 427-5192 Telephone: (403) 268-1340 Attachment d* THE INSTITUTE OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION OF CANADA Pi LIEUTENANT-GOVERNOR'S AWARD r CRITERIA FOR USE BY THE SELECTION COMMITTEE p t 1. The Lieutenant-Governor's Award ofExcellence in Public Administration recognizes out standing contributions to public administration in Alberta, whether in the Federal, Provincial, r Municipal or academic spheres. In comparingthe merits ofcontributions in the differentpublic services, judges evaluate the relativeimportance ofeach contribution within its own field. p 2. Executive members ofthe Institute, national orregional, are not eligible to receive the Award t whileholding officein the Institute, nor duringthe year following retirement from office. r3. Activities in furthering the Institute ofPublic Administration ofCanada are not considered as a main reason for the Award. Nevertheless, these might be considered as a supporting or sub sidiaryfactor where a person was nominated primarily for other achievements in, or contribu- f tions to, thefield of public administration. 4. Persons actively engaged in politicsare not eligible, as the independenceand impartiality of (P the Institute may thereby be jeopardized. 5. Servicein anyfield ofpublicadministration, whetherit be administrative or ofa more special- rizedprofessional nature, is relevant. The contributions should, however, be related to public administration as opposed to purelyscientific or technical work. P 6. Judgeswill ensure that extensive supporting documentation on candidates has beenobtained. m Checklist of documentation to include with your nomination • Educational data. I •Alisting ofpositions and responsibilities held in public administration. p • Description ofachievements and contributions in the public service. • Letter ofendorsement and/or recommendation. ]P • Newspaper and/or newsletter articles. • A statement ofyour reasons why this individual deserves the award. I July 1995 sTpQ Office oftheMinister Alsoresponsible for: Labour Relations Board, Workers' Compensation Board, Occupational Health & Safety, Professions andOccupations Bureau p August 21, 1995 t As you know, the Alberta government is continuing to change the way it does business. The Safety Codes system reflects the philosophy that services do nothave to be provided directly by m government to ensure the provision or quality of that service. The enthusiastic response by many of you to become accredited, indicates we are well on our ft way to developing one of the most unique safety systems in North America. At last count, 306 of Alberta's 384 municipalities have either been accredited under the Safety Codes Act, have applied for accreditation, or have indicated their intention to apply. The specific accreditation m ' breakdown is as follows: • 60 municipalities have now been accredited and are delivering services in oneor m more disciplines ~ 50of these municipalities are delivering safety services in five I (building, fire, plumbing, gas, electrical) disciplines, F • 210 additional municipalities have applied for accreditation, and • 36 more municipalities have given written indication they intend to apply for P accreditation in one or more disciplines. During discussions about Alberta's new safety system, stakeholders ~ many of which were P municipalities such as yourself - indicated the necessity for more service delivery options and greater ability to determine the level of compliance monitoring. The accredited agency and authorized contractor programs were developed to make the system more responsive, and add | more flexibility to the system. If you have chosen not to become accredited, Alberta Labour will deliver the service through f accredited agencies, and will soon be in a position to accept applications from accredited £ agencies to provide safety services in your jurisdiction. P If you have outstanding questions about our new system, I'veattached the following information: • Alberta Labour's summary document, The Safety Codes System: Our Options and p Responsibilities. This document outlines the new safety system and how I accredited municipalities, accredited agencies, authorized contractors and the province fit in the system. p> .../2 103 Legislature Building, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5K 2B6 Telephone 403/427-3664 Fax 422-9556 O Printed on recycled paper \* -2- • Accredited agency and authorized contractor discussion documents. These p> documents provide information on the specific operational requirements of these programs, and how they provide flexibility to the system. • For nat-a-glance" descriptions of these programs, two fact sheets on accredited agencies and authorized contractors. Please feel free to copy these fact sheets p and makethem available to your constituents. I p SOME POINTS TO REMEMBER This is a user-pay system. There is no. charge to rate payers in general, only to those receiving the service. - Liability is addressed in the regulations, basically stating accredited municipalities are npi liable as long as they have their system in place and operating according to their own approved QMP (Quality Management Plan). Accredited municipalitiesdo npi have to hire more staff; they can simply contract with accredited agencies or recognize authorized contractors. p — Where the Province provides services, no person can charge a fee higher than the provincially set maximum rates. 'W\ As more agencies and contractors are becoming accredited and delivering the services, we are already seeing existing rates coming down. H The Safety Codes Council is committed to being responsive to suggestions and innovations as we see this process evolve and improve. I would ask that you review this information carefully. Understanding the responsibilities and options open to all safety service providers in our new system is important so that you may make informed decisions on your participation. If you require further clarification on the system, please contact your nearest Alberta Labour office. Stockwell Day, Minister of Labour ft pi V FACT SHEET Accredited Agencies Their Place in Alberta's Safety System I 2: Alberta municipalities and corporations have the option to become p? LU accredited to deliver safety services within their municipal and corporate ~ boundaries. Once accredited, they can provide safety services, which H include permit issuance and inspections, in one, some, or all disciplines SI uo 1. . by: >- un • using their own safety codes officers p • using accredited agencies I >- • recognizing authorized contractors • a combination of all three of the above fp? h- LU The Safety Codes Council is responsible for accrediting agencies. The . U- province audits accredited agencies on the Council's behalf. fp < If a municipality chooses not to become accredited to deliver safety OO services, it must inform the Safety Codes Council. In municipalities that opt IP out of providing safety services, Alberta Labour has an obligation to 1 UT> ** provide those services. pi < Whenever possible, local accredited agencies will be contracted to act on L H behalf of Alberta Labour to provide these safety services. Alberta Labour n may enter into contracts with one or more local accredited agencies to a* provide services. L LU Up 03 In a Nutshell 1 mJ How accredited agencies work in the safety system fflfl^ < • Alberta Labour, accredited municipalities and accredited corporations may enter into contractual agreements with accredited agencies to provide safety services on their behalf • wherever possible, Alberta Labour will use accredited agencies to provide safety services within areas remaining under provincial jurisdiction. • in areas that fall under Alberta Labour's jurisdiction, owners and contractors will obtain permits and related services from accredited agencies. Pi pi IP Y?A Benefits to Albertans pi by getting out of the business of directly providing safety services, and taking on the role of auditing those who do, the government is creating new business opportunities {accredited agencies) for Albertans direct service delivery by accredited agencies at the local level increases convenience to the end user X where accredited agencies provide the service in provincial jurisdictions, they will be able to charge fees to recover their costs and provide for a return, as any private business would. Fees will be set H within the framework of a maximum fee structure established by the CO province. This will ensure safety service fees will not exceed those >- required to provide a reasonable level of service safety system users will get the services they pay for and benefit from, ending general taxpayer subsidization >~ safety system users will get the benefits of a competitive market h- UJ For more information on For more information on providing uu certification or.accreditation safety services on behalf of in Alberta's safety system, Alberta Labour, or for a list of < contact: accredited agencies, contact your on nearest Alberta Labour office. The Safety Codes Council 602, 10808 -99 Avenue Edmonton, AB T5K 0G5 pi 1 Ph: 427-8523 £ Fax: 422-3562 f^l UJ _ CQ "Partners in Alberta's Safety System" < /dbena LABOUR pi Authorized Contractors Their Place in Alberta's Safety System Alberta municipalities have the option to become accredited to deliver f safety services within their municipal boundaries. Once accredited, they can provide safety services, which include permit issuance and inspections, X in one, some, or all disciplines by: p LU • using their own safety codes officers fc. h- • using accredited agencies p CO • recognizing authorized contractors • or a combination of all three of the above *- >~ PI CO In municipalities that opt out of providing safety services, Alberta Labour [ will provide those services. In addition to contracting with accredited >~ agencies to provide safety services, Alberta Labour will recognize pi H authorized contractors. L uu The authorized contractor program is designed to recognize contractors ^t LU If' with exemplary safety and standards compliance records. This program < allows industry and government to develop a system where individual CO contractors with proven performance and experience are self-inspecting. pi The program is applicable to most discipline areas (plumbing, gas, t CO building, electrical), but for the present is being developed for the ^ plumbing and gas disciplines. 3) < Authorized contractors must submit a Quality Management Plan detailing how they will maintain compliance with standards. The province will ^ H c* license authorized contractors and audit them for compliance with their •^ uu Quality Management Plan, as well as for work conducted within areas of provincial jurisdiction. jPJ CO _ ^J Accredited municipalities may also choose to recognize authorized 3 contractors. When working in an accredited municipality, authorized < contractors are subject to the municipality's administrative requirements. 1 pi \3V In a Nutshell p^l How authorized contractors work in the safety system • Alberta Labour licenses the authorized contractor • the owner/builder may contract with the authorized contractor • the authorized contractor conducts the work • the authorized contractor inspects his own work for compliance with X codes and regulations, and his Quality Management Plan UU • Alberta Labour audits the authorized contractor CO Benefits to Albertans p co • authorized contractors will be able to charge their customers less and provide them with faster service. Their costs are significantly lower, and sm) they will have no time delays in waiting for permits • a province-wide listing of authorized contractors will be available for public use uu • less direct intervention by the provincial government benefits both uu consumers and business owners < ^?) CO For more information on becoming an authorized contractor CO in Alberta's safety system, contact your nearest Alberta Labour office pn I "Partners in Alberta's Safety System" uu CQ Axtta LABOUR V* t p^ The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System: Our OPTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES W\ pi PI r The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) p V?2> TABLE OF CONTENTS Page A. BACKGROUND 1. Why A Safety System? 3 B. THE OLD SAFETY SYSTEM p 7. How The Old System Worked 4 2. Concerns Of The Participants 4 3. Need For Change 5 C. THE NEW SAFETY SYSTEM /. How Will It Work? 6 2. Who Are The Partners? 7 3. Delivery Options 7 4. Role Of The Province 8 5. WhatAre The Benefits? 8 D. DELIVERY MECHANISM FOR ALBERTA LABOUR /. Why Is Alberta Labour Involved? 9 2. Use OfAccredited Agencies 10 3. Use Of Authorized Contractors 11 4. Why This Direction? 12 5. WhatAre The Benefits? 12 E. HOW THE NEW SYSTEM ADDRESSES THE NEED FOR CHANGE 13 F. ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH THE NEW SYSTEM 15 P The Alberta Government and the SafetyCodes System (01 /08/95) & A. BACKGROUND ID 1. Why A Safety System? The Government of Alberta has stated as a basic philosophy that, "our responsibilities, or in business jargon, our 'core businesses' can be found in three simple words: people, prosperity and preservation." One role of government in enhancing prosperity and preservation for Albertans is to provide for the safety of those it governs. Protecting the safety of Albertans includes ensuring that public and private facilities and equipment in Alberta are pi constructed, maintained, and operated in a safe manner. In order to achieve this, government has adopted codes that establish minimum standards of construction for protecting the safety of Albertans and ensuring lasting value of structures and products. Setting minimum standards is common in all jurisdictions across Canada, as well as most other countries in the world. Establishing codes however, imposes a legal responsibility to ensure there is a degree of compliance with those standards. pi To adopt codes without establishing a system to monitor compliance would be comparable to adopting laws establishing speed limits, but not establishing a system to detect speeders and enforce the speed limits. This obviously would lead to a highspeed free for all on our highways. Risk and exposure to liability may increase or decrease, due in part to the comprehensiveness of the compliance monitoring system that ensures standards are met. If there is no comprehensive system of compliance monitoring, or there is a very limited system, the risk and the liability are much greater. Governments and municipalities in various jurisdictions, including Alberta, have experienced legal actions challenging their systems of compliance monitoring. In some cases these challenges have been successful, with very significant financial consequences. B. THE OLD SAFETY SYSTEM Since the early 1900s in Alberta, governments have put in place codes and standards, usually developed at the national or international level, to govern the construction and maintenance of facilities in several disciplines. These disciplines include boilers and P pressure vessels, electrical, elevators and other fixed conveyances, plumbing, gas, * building and fire. In addition to adopting the standards, the province has developed a system for ensuring there is compliance with these standards. The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 7. How The Old System Worked & The old system consolidated control, regulation and responsibility for program p> delivery at the provincial level. The province established, through regulations, the minimum standards for the construction of facilities and for products in Alberta. These minimum standards were developed with varying degrees of involvement from those affected. In some disciplines, industry advisory committees, not necessarily representative of the stakeholders in a particular discipline, were established. In others, there was very pi little opportunity for input. To ensure compliance with these standards, the province assumed the major role and employed staff to undertake inspections of work performed. The only other parties in this system were those municipalities who requested the authority from the province to deliver the service in their area. This included the authority to issue permits and to perform compliance monitoring functions. Municipalities have historically chosen to become involved mainly in the building and fire disciplines, with a lesser degree of interest in plumbing and gas, less still P in electrical, and no involvement in the elevators and fixed conveyances or boilers disciplines. 2. Concerns Of The Participants Many who used or participated in the old safety system had concerns with various aspects of the system. Some of the concerns expressed were: • there was no value in service provided for the money spent to acquire a pi permit. Where the province was responsible for delivery, a permit purchaser was required to pay the permit fee, but there was often no inspection or other service provided, • too much direct provincial government involvement in issuing permits. Services were not readily available at the local level, and often users p» travelled significant distances to obtain services, • two levels of government were required — municipal, to issue p development permits; and provincial, to issue safety permits. The end user was often required to go to different offices to obtain permits, • there was a two-tiered system of safety standards - high for urban areas, and low for rural. Many urban municipalities chose to issue permits and conduct safety inspections. In neighbouring rural municipalities where the province was involved, the level of inspection, or lack thereof, often resulted in non-compliance with the minimum standards. It became a two-tiered system of compliance with the standards, • the playing field was not level for all contractors. As the province carried out limited inspections, those builders and installers who were prepared to ignore standards to cut costs benefited, while those who voluntarily m complied with the codes were placed at a competitive disadvantage. P The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 3. Need For Change Governments throughout the world have been, and continue to examine new ways of doing business. The Government of Alberta is changing its role from one of direct intervention to partner and facilitator. While this is the broad initiative for changing the safety system in Alberta, there are a number of more specific reasons. These include: • court rulings were increasing the liability of municipalities, and there were limited provisions in legislation that addressed this issue. Without liability protection, municipalities were prepared to withdraw from the system and allow the province to assume this exposure. As more municipalities withdrew from the system, the responsibility shifted to the province, as did the liability. The increasing liability of the province had to be addressed as legal actions began to appear, • where the province delivered the services, the existing system relied heavily on funding from all of the taxpayers in the province to subsidize the cost. This is contrary to the principle that those who benefit directly from the system should pay the costs of the services they receive, • with shrinking resources available to maintain the system, the level of inspection activity was continually decreasing. In some disciplines, SD inspections were being undertaken only in cases of complaints or accidents. With decreasing involvement in compliance monitoring, the liability exposure of the province increased, • the system lacked the flexibility to allow new partners who wished to take responsibility to become involved. Only municipalities had an opportunity to become involved in delivery* otherwise the full responsibility was undertaken by the province, • existing Acts did not, in all cases, identify roles and responsibilities. It was unclear in much of the legislation who had a responsibility to ensure compliance with the codes and standards, pil • some existing legislation did not contain provisions for appeals. This would have undoubtedly led to legal challenges at some point. r The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) C. THE NEW SAFETY SYSTEM & Almost six years ago, the Alberta government began to consider the "re-invention" of the safety system. The vision was to have an efficient, comprehensive safety system, managed by those involved, that would provide service, including compliance monitoring, in all areas. This system would also incorporate all of the previously seperate disciplines within a single legislative framework. After significant consultation and planning, the Safety Codes Act was passed in the Alberta Legislature in June of 1991. The Act is based on a system which balances acceptable risk, acceptable cost and shared responsibility. To streamline the legislation required for the various disciplines, the regulations for each discipline now fall under this Act and provide the framework for the comprehensive safety system. 7. How Will It Work? Si The Safety Codes Act embodies a number of principles critical to the new safety system. The major principles are: • a Safety Codes Council which is made up of representatives of small and large businesses, municipalities, educational institutions, and labour. Its Wb functions are to recommend the codes and standards for adoption, to establish policies in the areas of accreditation and certification, and to hear appeals, • the certification of safety codes officers. This establishes standards of competency for those who will perform compliance monitoring, • the accreditation of municipalities, corporations and agencies. This allows municipalities and corporations who wish to take responsibility for operating the safety system to become involved. It also enables accredited agencies to provide services to accredited municipalities, corporations, and the province. Other principles included in the Act are: I L • a definition of the roles and responsibilities of the partners, p •a provision governing the liabilities of the partners who wish to take [ responsibility, p •a common appeal mechanism for all disciplines. iBI The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) fe 0 2. Who Are The Partners? Stakeholders are given varying degrees of responsibility to ensure service delivery and standards are maintained. These stakeholders include: the Safety Codes Council, owners, constructors, designers, manufacturers and vendors, who are responsible for complying with the minimum standards, municipalities who take on responsibility for the safety system within their municipal boundaries in the various disciplines, corporations who assume responsibility to ensure they comply with in safety standards within their facilities, agencies that become accredited under the Act to provide services such as compliance monitoring and permit issuing, individuals who become certified as safety codes officers under the Act, individuals who become authorized contractors and ensure compliance for any work that they do, and the provincial government. 3. Delivery Options The new system now provides a number of options for the delivery of safety services by various partners. These include: Municipalities Provide Safety Services In the past, many municipalities have operated effective and comprehensive compliance monitoring systems. Municipalities have the option to continue to deliver safety services by becoming accredited. To do so they must adopt a Quality Management Plan (QMP) which outlines their safety system. They may then choose either to use their own safety codes officers, or to use accredited agencies to provide services. Corporations Provide Safety Services for Themselves Corporations may now be accredited and take responsibility for the safety system within their own facilities. Once accredited, they do not fall within the jurisdiction of either the accredited municipality or the province. They are responsible for ensuring code compliance, and may choose to use their own safety codes officers or accredited agencies. pi The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01 /08/95) The Use of Accredited Agencies Y^ The Act allows for private businesses who meet established criteria to become accredited agencies. Accredited agencies can provide services such as permitting and inspections by contracting with accredited municipalities, accredited corporations, or the province. The Use Of Authorized Contractors The Act allows for other options through regulation. One such option is that of authorized contractor. Contractors who meet established criteria may be authorized to ensure compliance of the work that they perform. 4. Role Of The Province p\ Should a municipality or corporation choose not to become involved in the safety system, then the obligation to ensure delivery falls back to the province. This obligation includes the necessity of permitting and compliance monitoring to ensure public safety and to manage the exposure and liability of the province. When a municipality chooses not to be involved, their liability does not disappear, ' pi but rather shifts to the province. The province presently employs its own safety codes officers to deliver services, but intends to change this as outlined in Section D, beginning on page 9. P 5. Wha t Are The Benefits? The purpose of the Safety Codes Act is to ensure the stakeholders in the safety system share in the responsibilities for the setting of standards and for the delivery of services. The benefits to these stakeholders are: Benefits for accredited municipalities: • the municipality can maintain control over the safety system within its boundaries, p • the municipality can establish the fees and levels of service they believe are appropriate for their constituents, • local control allows municipalities to determine, within limits, the quality of building construction and maintenance which affect other areas such as fire suppression, municipal insurance, etc., • the municipality can contract with accredited agencies to deliver safety services on its behalf, The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) r $ using local accredited agencies will encourage private sector growth in x the municipality, the municipality can recognize authorized contractors in their compliance monitoring system, thereby reducing costs, there is less direct provincial government intervention, consequential benefits of streamlining the provision of planning, development, bylaw enforcement and tax assessment services with safety services, local safety services may be provided at a "one-stop" shop, Benefits for accredited corporations: ipSl • the corporation can maintain control over the safety system within its facilities, • the corporation can contract with accredited agencies to meet ongoing requirements, or to handle peak activity periods within its operation, • there is less direct government intervention, • there are no permit fees required, resulting in substantially reduced costs, • the corporation has the ability to establish inspection systems which support its operational procedures and schedules. Benefits for accredited agencies: ip • provides a business opportunity in a competitive environment, • there are options to work for accredited municipalities, accredited corporations, or the province. Cffi) D. DELIVERY MECHANISM FOR ALBERTA LABOUR 7. Why Is Alberta Labour Involved? When municipalities or corporations have not taken on responsibility to operate the safety system, the responsibility and the liability falls back to the province to operate the system. pi The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 1rThe province does not have the choice of opting out of the system. It has an\\\ \ organizational and legal responsibility to ensure compliance with the codes and standards it has established by regulation. The government could eliminate this r responsibility by choosing not to adopt codes and standards to govern the safety of facilities. Without minimum standards in place however, Alberta would be open to receiving products and equipment that could seriously compromise public m safety. 2. Use ofAccredited Agencies It is the intent of Alberta Labour to contract with accredited agencies to deliver the services for which it is responsible. Some of the basics of this system are: • the province will be divided into 19 geographic regions capable of providing an economic base for accredited agencies. The individual _ regions will exclude any accredited municipalities or accredited corporations which fall within the area, • the province, through a tendering process, will enter into contracts with one or more accredited agencies in each discipline. There will be no restriction on the number of accredited agencies within a region, • an accredited agency under its contract: -* will sell permits in that discipline(s) within that region, and cannot refuse to sell a permit to any individual who makes an appropriate application, -* will provide services that conform to the Quality Management Plan for contracted accredited agencies adopted by the province, -* must, once it has sold a permit, provide the appropriate services to the permit holder, including plans examinations and inspections, -» will compete and set fees, within the framework of a maximum Sir i fee structure established by the province, to recover costs and provide for a return, as any private business would, • certain services will be provided by the accredited agency on a fee-for- service contract with the province. The province will recover these costs directly from the end user. The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01 /08/95) '° \ Benefits: • delivery of service will be provided at the local level where accredited agencies are established in each of the 19 areas, • fees will be established in a competitive market place among agencies, with a maximum fee level established by the province, • permit applicants may choose from among the accredited agencies in their area, • the province will no longer be involved in the direct delivery of services. 3. Use of Authorized Contractors Another option in the comprehensive safety system is to use authorized contractors. An authorized contractor is a business which, upon meeting certain requirements, is permitted by Alberta Labour to self-inspect their own work in a specific discipline area. This option is designed to recognize contractors who have demonstrated an exemplary record of safety and regulation compliance. The program provides a system where individual contractors with proven performance and experience may be self-inspecting. The program is currently being developed for the plumbing and gas discipline. By implementing the program in these disciplines, industry can become familiar with the program and provide feedback for improvement. In future it will also include the building and electrical disciplines. Some of the basic workings of this program are: -* Alberta Labour permits the authorized contractor, -* owners contract with the authorized contractor, -» authorized contractor conducts work, -* authorized contractor ensures his own work is in compliance with codes and regulations and his QMP, -> province audits authorized contractor, • an authorized contractor will not pay the normal permit fees, but rather will register the work being performed and pay a minimal registration fee, The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 11 p • the contractor will be able to advertise and gain recognition as an \& authorized contractor, • a province-wide listing will be available for end users to assist them in evaluating their options, • the province will audit for compliance with the contractor's QMP, and review the work conducted, The province intends to recognize authorized contractors in areas where it has service delivery responsibility. §u Accredited municipalities have the option of recognizing authorized contractors. The contractor would be subject to a municipality's requirements when conducting work in its jurisdiction. Accredited corporations could also choose to include authorized contractors as part of their compliance system. 4. Why This Direction? The government intends to get out of the direct delivery of programs wherever possible and appropriate. Following this direction, Alberta Labour's business plan indicates moving from a role of intervention and direct service delivery, to one of r policy development and auditing those who provide the service delivery. By delivering services through the use of accredited agencies, and by recognizing I the ability of authorized contractors to comply with codes and standards, Alberta Labour will move away from a direct delivery role. The direction of Alberta Labour supports the emphasis on having partners in the safety system take a greater role in the delivery of services. 5. Wha t Are The Benefits? The benefits of Alberta Labour using this approach for the delivery of services are: • there will be a comprehensive system of compliance monitoring which considerably reduces the liability of the province, • cost recovery by the government will bring an end to the subsidization of the safety system by the general tax base. Those using the system will pay the costs, • delivery of service will be provided closer to the local level, as accredited agencies and authorized contractors can be established in each of the regions, ^ The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 12 pi \^ agency service fees will be established in a competitive market place among accredited agencies, with a maximum fee level established by the province, the province will no longer be involved in the direct delivery of safety services, the costs for an authorized contractor can be considerably less, as there are significantly reduced fees and no delays in waiting for services provided by others. Authorized contractors are not subjected to the costs of third party inspections, the authorized contractor will be able to advertise and gain recognition as an authorized contractor, accredited municipalities have the option of recognizing authorized contractors as part of their inspection program, which should reduce their service delivery costs. m E. HOW THE NEW SYSTEM ADDRESSES THE NEED FOR CHANGE Increasing liability needed to be addressed, and roles and responsibilities needed to be clarified. The Act establishes who has a responsibility for complying with codes and standards - owners, designers, constructors, manufacturers and vendors of products. The Act also clarifies that accredited municipalities, accredited agencies and the province, acting in good faith, are not liable. The policies of the Safety Codes Council require participants in the system to develop QMPs which outline how they will carry out the delivery of services. The fact that accredited municipalities and agencies adopt a QMP and ensure that they follow it, further ensures reduced exposure to liability. The province has, by adopting a comprehensive system for compliance monitoring, considerably reduced its exposure to liability. The QMP it has adopted rfor accredited agencies and the audit process it will follow, contribute to this reduction. r Need to ensure that those who benefit from the services pay the cost The new system is based on cost-recovery for services provided through the i! permit fees. Subsidization of direct service delivery through the general tax base will cease. The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) '3 v*6 _, In areas where the province is required to deliver services, cost recovery will be | achieved by: F^ having accredited agencies compete for and collect fees directly from the end user, with a maximum fee established by the province, r^ allowing authorized contractors to pay reduced fees, as they will have assumed responsibility for their own compliance monitoring. pi Accredited corporations will assume responsibility for the costs of the services [ they provide within their own corporate boundaries. ip Accredited municipalities will provide services within their boundaries, and will fi determine the level of fees for the services they provide. i Level of inspection activity was continually decreasing in areas where the province had responsibility for service. | By using accredited agencies and recognizing authorized contractors, the end user will now receive a beneficial service for the permit fee they pay. p ! The network of accredited municipalities, accredited corporations, accredited agencies and authorized contractors will ensure that a two-tier system, with P different levels of compliance, does not exist in different areas of the province. The Safety Codes Council requires that the QMP include levels of compliance p monitoring that the municipalities intend to deliver. Accredited municipalities will e deliver services in accordance with their QMPs. r Flexibility to allow new partners to become involved in the system. The new safety system, in addition to continuing municipal involvement, will now allow: • municipalities to join together in joint accreditation to deliver services with shared resources, pt • corporations to take responsibility within their own facilities, • accredited agencies to provide services to municipalities, corporations and the province, • authorized contractors to operate without third party compliance r monitoring, The Alberta Government and theSafety Codes System (01/08/95) 14> r St? X • municipalities the option of recognizing authorized contractors as part of their compliance monitoring process. • municipalities to take control of their own safety system. A comprehensive system of appeals was needed. The Act includes an appeal mechanism which allows appeals on technical matters in each discipline to be heard by the respective Technical Council of the Safety Codes Council. Too much direct provincial government involvement. All permits will be issued at the local level - either by accredited municipalities or accredited agencies. The province will focus on a policy and audit role. IP Two levels ofgovernment are required - municipal, to issue development permits; and provincial, to issue safety permits. Municipalities who choose to be accredited will be able to issue both development and other permits. All permits may be issued at the local level. ip\ The new Safety Codes system is user-friendly. • direct service delivery at the local level increases convenience to the end p user, I a one-window approach for permits, including development permits, can be provided by municipalities who become accredited, less direct intervention by the provincial government benefits both consumers and business owners, the system provides options to partners - joint accreditation of municipalities, authorized contractors, etc. F. ADDRESSING CONCERNS WITH THE NEW SYSTEM Concern #1 Are the requirements of the Safety Codes Council QMPs for municipalities to become accredited going to be onerous? Will they require mandatory inspections of all the work that requires a permit? • no, the criteria for QMPs is not onerous. The criteria for QMPs were established by the various technical councils of the Safety Codes Council. There is representation from small business, municipalities (including representation from the associations such as the Association of Municipal Districts and Counties), labour, educational institutions, corporations, etc.. It is far more appropriate for others, outside of government people, to have established the criteria. 1 ^1 The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 15 Y*\ pi mandatory inspections of all work are not required, however a comprehensive system to assure compliance is. If the accredited municipality - or where municipalities choose not to be involved, the province - want to reduce their exposure to liability, they can do so only by instituting a system of compliance monitoring. The fewer inspections done, the greater the exposure to liability as a result of an incident. Concern #2 Why not institute a system of voluntary inspections, or random inspections, for work that is permitted? git • if a municipality has accepted responsibility for the system, voluntary inspection would mean exposing itself to significant liability. The fact that P they issue a permit, and are aware that work is being conducted, increases that liability even further. If the municipality does not want to be accredited, the liability does not disappear, but transfers to the province. To ask the I" province to assume the liability, but do little to manage that liability, is inappropriate. p If voluntary inspections create unacceptable liability, why not merely adopt standards I and eliminate the permit system? p • without a requirement for permits there would be: -* no assurance of compliance with national standards, I -* no ability to monitor compliance with minimum standards, P -* an uneven playing field for business and consumers, -*• provincial exposure to considerable liability - financial and legal, L -* increased public safety risk, P -» problems with obtaining mortgages and insurance. If we need standards why can't they be voluntary? IF • voluntary standards is a contradictory concept, • lack of standards would result in: m -* lowering of quality of construction and products which would destroy the "Alberta Advantage", p The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) ' ° -* Alberta would become a dumping ground for products that do not meet national codes and standards. For example, home appliances and equipment, etc., not built to safety standards, could be sold in the province, significantly increasing the risk to public safety, • a two-tiered manufacturing standard could result. For example, when building for clients in other jurisdictions, manufacturers would build to the minimum established standards in those jurisdictions. When building for Alberta clients, manufacturers could build to any or no standard, pj • Albertans could have lower safety standards than those applied throughout L the rest of Canada, f • Alberta could get a reputation for poor quality products. L. p Concern #3 Does the new safety system require far more paperwork to get the same things done p as under the old system? I". • there is little difference in the paperwork required to obtain a permit in the m new system as compared to the old, the introduction of the authorized contractor program will reduce paperwork significantly, p accredited corporations have less paperwork, as they are not required to obtain permits, pi f • the need for a QMP does require paperwork in order to become accredited. This was not required before. Most municipalities who were previously p delivering the service have a system in place, and the paperwork is a I formalization of that system, r^ model QMP documents have been developed to assist applicants and are available on computer disk, • the QMP establishes a written framework for operation which, if followed, f will reduce liability. r L f Concern #4 Will the costs of the system rise dramatically as a result of the increased number of p? inspections? | • no, the cost will not rise dramatically, and the system will be far more _ effective. What has happened is that the government subsidy for the services | has been removed and the purchaser of the service is paying the true cost. The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) 17 \* -* limited value for the dollar P -* no guarantee of inspection and compliance L -* fee subsidized bv general tax base L after the Safety Codes Act (approximate maximum) f - Plumbing\Gas\Private Sewage (combined) $475 I - Electrical $265 Building $260 f Total fee $1000 -* full value for the dollar f -* a level playing field for compliance ^ -* inspections will be completed -* general taxpayer subsidization will end pt Concern #5 Why has the Safety Codes Council already announced fee increases in their Business Plan? • the fees identified in the Safety Codes Council Business Plan are operating fees, not permit fees. They are presently $5 on each building and fire permit, p and $3 on each plumbing, gas and electrical permit. The increases the Council has included in their three year plan amount to about .0025% of the average cost of construction of a single family dwelling. This revenue is used to fund the activities of the Council, such as reviewing codes, certifying Safety Codes p Officers, etc., • the business plan and the increased operating fees were taken to the Coordinating Committee of the Safety Codes Council for approval. They were also taken to the 1995 annual meeting of the full Safety Codes Council where they were accepted. pi 18 The Alberta Government and the Safety Codes System (01/08/95) '° rx rrm? \# P ALBERTA LABOUR'S 1 AUTHORIZED CONTRACTOR PROGRAM n^ p jp) pB August 1, 1995 p TABLE OF CONTENTS /. INTRODUCTION iSl \6\ I A. Background page 3 m B. The Old Safety System page 3 C. The New Safety System page 4 pi ^ 2. ALBERTA LABOUR'S ROLE Page 5 3. THE AUTHOR/ZED CONTRACTOR PROGRAM f A. What Is An Authorized Contractor? page 6 •) B. Why Is The Authorized Contractor p Program Being Introduced? page 6 C. Where Does The Authorized Contractor Program Apply? page 6 iSI a. In Which Jurisdictions? b. In Which Disciplines? D. How Does A Contractor Become Authorized? page 7 E. What Are The Criteria For Being Authorized? page 7 Wi I a. Contractor Experience, Work Record And Employee Qualifications p b. Quality Management Plan F. Are There Any Limits To The Scope Of Authorization? page 12 f G. What Are The Responsibilities Of The Authorized Contractor? .... page 12 a. Registering Work )'" b. To The Owner i H. What Are The Costs? page 13 pi 1 a. Annual Fees b. Registration Of Work Fees P c Permit Fees I. Can A Contractor's Authorization Be Revoked? page 13 ip I J. Other Issues page 14 m a. Auditing I b. Legislative Authority c. Who Is Responsible * 4. BENEFITS OF THE AUTHORIZED CONTRACTOR PROGRAM Page 15 ACP 2 01/08/95 ^y 1. * INTRODUCTION A. Background The Safety Codes Act, proclaimed in 1991, provides the framework for a comprehensive and progressive public safety system for Alberta; a system developed and operated by the people who use it. Municipalities or corporations who become accredited to provide safety services, become full partners in administering the Safety Codes Act in designated areas. Both have the option of using their own Safety Codes Officers or retaining the services of accredited agencies to provide services in their areas. They will also have the option of recognizing authorized contractors as part of their compliance assurance system. Participation in the safety system is voluntary. Where municipalities choose limited participation, or not to be involved in the system, the responsibility for those areas will fall back to the province. Alberta Labour will provide safety services through the recognition of authorized contractors and by contracting accredited agencies. The purpose of this paper is to discuss how Alberta P Labour will implement a program whereby certain contractors will be authorized to provide compliance assurance of their own work, at their own worksites. B. The Old Safety System P Prior to proclamation of the Safety Codes Act, Alberta Labour was responsible * for the administration and safety inspection services throughout the province. Municipalities were given the option to share in this responsibility by requesting Pi authorization to do so from the Minister. W\ Many municipalities chose not to become involved for various reasons, including the following: • very few options existed for municipalities to deliver the inspection services necessary for administration of the Acts. The municipalities needed to hire qualified staff directly to provide for service delivery; • most smaller municipalities could not justify hiring inspection staff based on the level of construction activity occurring within their municipalities; • many municipalities were concerned about the exposure to liability, should they become involved in administration; pi • the provincial government was subsidizing inspection services. «^i ACP 3 01/08/95 ip» &> Faced with diminishing resources and an increasing demand for its servicest » Alberta Labour found itself in a position where it could no longer provide a consistent safety service throughout the province. Within provincial jurisdictions, users of the inspection services who applied and paid for permits to undertake activities regulated by the Acts, could no longer be guaranteed the provision of an inspection by the department. In addition to its commitment to the development and support of a new and comprehensive safety system within the province, Alberta Labour recognized that its role in the new safety system should be one of facilitation, rather than intervention. The department also recognized the new system would be effectively administered if it embodied a concept of shared responsibility and partnerships. C. The New Safety System The Act has opened the entire safety system to direct participation by the -users of the system. It has introduced business opportunities for private sector organizations interested in providing safety inspection services, and has facilitated other new options for service delivery through partnerships. Options pi that now exist under the Act include: • Municipal Accreditation: municipalities may become accredited by the PI Safety Codes Council to administer the Act in all, some or parts of the safety disciplines under the Act; i' • Joint Municipal Accreditation: two or more municipalities may become accredited jointly by the Safety Codes Council to administer the Act in all, some, or parts of the safety disciplines under the Act, within their combined jurisdictions; • Accredited Corporations: corporations may become accredited by the Safety Codes Council to administer the Act in all, some, or parts of the safety disciplines under the Act within their corporate facilities; • Accredited Agencies: private sector agencies may become accredited by the Safety Codes Council to provide safety inspection services to municipalities, corporations, or the province; Authorized Contractors: contractors who can meet established criteria may be authorized to take responsibility for compliance assurance for their work. This will apply in areas where the province delivers services and in accredited municipalities which choose to recognize authorized contractors. 01/08/95 ACP IP \^ 2. ALBERTA LABOUR'S ROLE Participation in the new safety system is voluntary for municipalities. Alberta Labour has responsibility to provide safety services to residents in municipalities that choose limited or no participation in the safety system. In these areas, Alberta Labour will build partnerships with contractors/builders/installers who conduct quality work and consistently meet or 8) exceed the requirements of the Safety Codes Act in their work. These partnerships will be formalized through an Authorization by Alberta Labour. Authorized contractors will take full responsibility for ensuring compliance with the requirements of the Safety Codes Act applicable to their work. The Authorized Contractor program: promotes continuous improvement in contractor competence with respect to Safety Codes Act compliance; encourages contractors to become involved in the authorization program by offering benefits to both contractors and their clients; p) provides substantially reduced permit costs to authorized contractors; provides clients who hire authorized contractors with the potential for cost savings; provides accredited municipalities who recognize the authorized contractor pi program with a viable alternative to direct delivery of safety inspection services; ensures an orderly transition from the current method of service delivery to the authorized contractor program; will include a project registry system, authorized contractor tracking system, and an authorized contractor audit program; is flexible in consideration of contractor, industry and municipal interest. 3. THE AUTHORIZED CONTRACTOR PROGRAM A. What Is An Authorized Contractor? Contractors, builders and installers who can document a history of conducting quality work: • provide a record of consistently meeting or exceeding the requirements of the Safety Codes Act in their work; and ACP 01/08/95 pv • make a commitment to maintain an exemplary safety and regulation& compliance record; Bfl will be recognized under the Alberta Labour Authorized Contractor Program as authorized contractors. Authorized contractors will assume full responsibility for compliance with the Safety Codes Act and its referenced standards and regulations applicable to their work. B. Why Is The Authorized Contractor Program Being Introduced? For many years, Alberta Labour and municipal inspection authorities have recognized that certain contractors consistently meet or exceed the requirements of the Safety Codes Act in their work, and are committed to maintaining an exemplary safety and regulation compliance record. These p contractors who form an important and integral part of the safety system within the province, have had no advantage resulting from their contributions to the safety system. Because of their competence and commitment, these contractors typically draw very little from provincial and municipal safety inspection resources, even though they have been required to pay the same permit fees as all other contractors. Recognizing the significant value these contractors contribute to the safety system, they can be authorized under the Authorized Contractor Program. In doing so, they will be exempt from paying the traditional provincial permit fees. It is the department's belief that recognizing contractors in this way will encourage other contractors to strive w\ for this recognition. This in turn will result in an overall increase in contractor compliance. I C. Where Does The Authorized Contractor Program Apply? p a. In Which Jurisdictions? Alberta Labour is implementing the Authorized Contractor Program within p municipalities where it has responsibility for service delivery. Accredited municipalities can recognize the program in their Quality Management Plan by including authorized contractors in their safety service delivery system. These municipalities may also apply their own administrative requirements such as registration fees, registry tracking and compliance auditing systems to those authorized contractors working in their area of jurisdiction. However, the department will initiate and maintain overall |pi administration of the Authorized Contractor Program. b. In Which Disciplines? Alberta Labour will implement the Authorized Contractor Program in phases. Initial application will be in the plumbing and gas disciplines. This phased-in approach will provide industry and municipalities the opportunity to become familiar with the program and provide feedback for evaluation, program revision and improvement. It is intended that the next phase of program implementation begin in the fall of 1995. This phase will be in the building discipline, followed shortly thereafter by implementation in the electrical discipline in the spring of 1996. pi ACP 6 01/08/95 \&. How Does A Contractor Become Authorized? Interested contractors may apply to Alberta Labour for authorization under the Authorized Contractor Program. Authorized contractors become part of the f safety system and therefore must meet some of the requirements established for other partners. Contractors will be required to submit: • an application form, along with the authorized contractor permit fee; • a Quality Management Plan; • documentation from either provincial or municipal inspection authorities attesting to the contractor's compliance record and scope of work; • a certificate of completion for the Interpretation And Application Of The Safety Codes Act training course; • documentation with respect to qualifications of persons employed by the contractor to ensure that exemplary Safety Codes Act compliance will continue; and • documentation confirming the number of years the contractor has conducted work within the scope being applied for. E. What Are The Criteria For Being Authorized? a. Contractor Experience, Work Record And Employee Qualifications p In order to become an authorized contractor, a business must have a background of exemplary performance in complying with the Safety Codes Act and its referenced codes and regulations, AND have a system in place which ensures staff are competent to ensure exemplary performance can continue. There are two options open to a business wishing to become an authorized contractor. The first option places significant emphasis on the contractor's accumulated experience. The second option, while still requiring experience, places greater emphasis on the qualifications of those persons who will be accountable for the compliance of the contractor. p I ACP 7 01/08/95 OPTION 1 &n A business applying for recognition as an authorized contractor in the plumbing or gas disciplines will be required to submit: (a) an application for an authorized contractor permit to operate as an authorized contractor; (b) evidence that the contractor has been operating a business in the discipline for at least three years; (c) evidence of meeting the journeyman trade certification or equivalency, and any technical training required for the discipline in which authorization is requested, and evidence that the person has at least two years experience as a journeyman; • these requirements ensure the person responsible for compliance monitoring has the required trade and work experience to verify that work conducted is in compliance with the applicable codes and regulations; Note: I The combination of years of journeyman experience and the years the contractor has been in business must equal at least IWffl^ seven years. (d) verification of successful completion of the Interpretation And Application Of The Safety Codes Act training course or successful completion of a challenge examination, • the Interpretation And Application Of The Safety Codes Act training course provides additional understanding of the Safety Codes Act, regulations, and the contractor's responsibilities under the Act. This course is a prerequisite for individuals wanting to obtain Safety Codes Officer certification, and may be used at some future date should an individual wish to complete the entire Safety Codes Officer training; (e) evidence of having an exemplary safety and regulatory compliance record with provincial and/or municipal authorities, • only those contractors that have achieved, and are committed to maintain an exemplary safety and regulation compliance record, will be permitted to participate in this program. Years experience in business indicates the contractor is knowledgeable and well established in business. ACP 8 01/08/95 \"& This evidence must include: 1. A letter of endorsement from a relevant inspection authority who can attest to the following performance: • promptness in addressing deficiencies/corrections. No outstanding corrections exceeding 60 days within the last 12 months; • promptness in obtaining permits for work conducted. No outstanding permit applications over the last 12 months; • no orders issued against work performed in the last 2 years; and I: _ •no record of work conducted in the last two years, which was left in an m unsafe condition. 2. Evidence of keeping up-to-date with the applicable p codes and regulations by: • maintaining copies of current codes, m regulations and safety notices; and • attending updating courses and f> seminars pertaining to the issuance of I new codes as published. P (f) a Quality Management Plan describing the systems and i procedures to be used to establish an effective compliance monitoring system for work performed. * Note: A person who does not meet the training requirements set out in (c) and (d), but employs one or more persons f, with the required qualifications, may also apply for k- authorization. jp I ACP 9 01/08/95 pi OPTION 2 \# A business applying for recognition as an authorized contractor in the plumbing or gas disciplines will be required to submit: (a) an application for an authorized contractor permit to operate as an authorized contractor; (b) evidence of meeting the journeyman trade certification or equivalency, and any technical training required for the discipline in which authorization is requested; (c) evidence of certification as a safety codes officer for the discipline and level of work that will be conducted. The safety codes officer must show evidence of keeping up-to-date with the applicable codes and regulations by: • maintaining copies of current codes, regulations $mf and safety notices; and • attending updating courses and seminars pertaining to the issuance of new codes as published; (d) evidence of having a minimum of three years experience in business, with an exemplary safety and regulatory compliance record with provincial and/or municipal inspection authorities. A f letter of endorsement is required from a relevant inspection authority to attest to the following performance: • promptness in addressing deficiencies/corrections. No outstanding corrections exceeding 60 days P within the last 12 months; • promptness in obtaining permits for work p conducted. No outstanding permit applications over the last 12 months; • no orders issued against work in the last 2 years; and • no record of work conducted in the last 2 years which was left in an unsafe condition; (e) a Quality Management Plan describing the systems and procedures to be used to establish an effective compliance monitoring system for work performed. Note: A person who does not meet the training requirements set out in (b) and (c), but employs one or more persons with those required qualifications, may also apply for authorization. m ACP 10 01/08/95 V\l/ A general contractor who employs authorized contractors for subcontract p \ work is not considered to be an authorized contractor and does not qualify for an authorized contractor permit. In order to obtain an authorized contractor permit, the general contractor must meet the established criteria and employ qualified people on staff. An authorized contractor who is working as a subcontractor on a project, still operates under his own designation and continues to receive the benefits from this program. Each individual business location must have a person on staff with the appropriate qualifications, who is responsible for compliance monitoring in accordance with the authorized contractor's Quality Management Plan. A contractor operating in several separate business locations, is required to have a qualified person who will monitor compliance at each location. b. Quality Management Plan Each authorized contractor applicant must submit a Quality Management Plan (QMP). The applicant accepts responsibility for ensuring compliance with the requirements set out in his QMP. The QMP must include the following basic elements: (a) a commitment to comply with minimum code/installation standards; (b) a commitment to maintain one or more qualified persons in compliance with either Option 1 or Option 2; (c) a requirement to maintain records and provide a certificate of compliance for auditing purposes; and (d) a signed declaration whereby management and all personnel in the organization will comply with the requirements of the QMP. The QMP will identify the discipline area in which authorization is being requested, and describe how the authorized contractor will ensure work conducted is in compliance with the applicable codes and regulations. For example: Scope: This defines the scope of the work to be performed by the authorized contractor and the discipline(s) that the authorized contractor will operate in, e.g. building, plumbing and gas, electrical, etc. The scope must clearly indicate the type and level of work that the contractor p wants authorization for. A contractor whose business experience is limited to residential and small commercial installations, would request authorization at that level. A contractor seeking authorization at a higher level, such as large commercial and industrial applications, would be required to verify work experience at this level. ACP 11 01/08/95 Declaration of compliance: \\A * The function of this section isto verify commitment to maintain compliance V*^ with the QMP. It identifies the person in the organization responsible for ensuring compliance. Organization chart: The purpose is to describe the part of the organization responsible for delivery of the QMP, the person responsible for the program, administrative management of the organization, and technical staff to be employed. Provision of technical staff: The purpose is to outline the policy with respect to employment of technical staff to maintain compliance monitoring, and identify their technical qualifications. The authorized contractor must commit to keep up-to-date records of technical staff employed. Training policy: The authorized contractor must indicate how the competence level of technical staff will be maintained, e.g. attendance at code upgrading seminars. Staff involved in implementation of the QMP must also be familiar with the QMP and the procedures established. Compliance monitoring: The purpose is to outline the basic policies and procedures related to compliance monitoring. This should be quite detailed, and may include plans examination, site inspections, safety checklist, etc., e.g. "all installations will receive a final inspection to ensure compliance with the following: (list of safety requirements)". Audits and records: The authorized contractor is required to maintain records of technical staff employed, work conducted, and policies and procedures for maintaining compliance monitoring. These are to be made available for audit purposes. Revision control: This ensures that any revisions to the QMP are made by the person responsible for the program. A record of revisions are to be kept on file. Changes to the QMP must be approved by Alberta Labour. F. Are There Any Limits To The Scope Of Authorization? Contractors who are successful in becoming authorized will be limited to a scope of work in their discipline. The scope will be to the extent of documented evidence they can provide showing the work they have traditionally done. As an example, contractors who have traditionally worked only on small residential and commercial projects will not be authorized under this program for work on large commercial and industrial projects. ACP 12 01/08/95 \lO„Q)rG* ...... What Are The Responsibilities Of The Authorized Contractor? a. Registering Work In order to establish a database for Alberta Labour's audit program, the £- authorized contractor program will use a registry system as a means to identify and catalogue work undertaken by authorized contractors. Registration forms will be presold at a nominal fee to the authorized contractor. The forms will be made available in electronic versions through an on-line service or computer discs, as well as in printed form for contractors who choose not to use the electronic medium. Printed copies will be slightly higher in cost to offset the administrative costs of processing. Registration forms will be consecutively numbered, and will form a current and essential database for the audit program. It will be the responsibility of the authorized contractor to submit copies of the registration forms to Alberta Labour for each project undertaken. b. To The Owner On projects where authorized contractors undertake work, they will be responsible to the project owners to perform that work in conformance with the Safety Codes Act and any referenced codes or regulations applicable to the work performed. As a condition of authorization, these contractors will be required to certify that the work meets the requirements of the Safety Codes Act by issuing a Letter Of Compliance to the project owner. H. What Are The Costs? a. Annual Fees Upon authorization by Alberta Labour, contractors will be issued a permit designating them as authorized contractors and describing the discipline area and the scope of work in the discipline for which they are authorized. This permit will expire annually, and an annual fee of $250 will be charged by the department. The annual fee is intended to offset costs of r initial audits and administrative costs of program delivery. b. Registration Of Work Fees Work registration forms will be presold by Alberta Labour at a nominal fee to authorized contractors. The forms will be made available in electronic versions through an on-line service or computer discs, as well as in printed form for contractors who choose not to use the electronic medium. Fees for electronic and computer disc versions will be $35 each. The fee for printed forms will be $45 each. The registration form fee is intended to offset costs of entering registration information in the department's database and partial costs of auditing. ACP 13 01/08/95 c. Permit Fees . i /5L Unlike other contractors, authorized contractors will not be required to * pay provincial permit fees for specific projects they undertake. They will therefore realize a substantial cost savings and a competitive advantage. d. Safety Codes Council Operating Fees Authorized Contractors will be required to remit Safety Codes Council operating fees to Alberta Labour for work which they register with Alberta Labour. The department will forward these fees to the Council. I. Can A Contractor's Authorization Be Revoked? Where Alberta Labour finds, through its audit program or through other means, that an authorized contractor is not in conformance with their QMP, or has not complied with the Safety Codes Act in work undertaken, the department may - suspend or cancel the contractor's permit as deemed appropriate. Cancellation or suspension means the contractor will have to operate under the department's regular permit and inspection program. Contractors wishing to appeal the suspension or cancellation of their authorization will have an avenue of appeal to the Minister or his designate. I J. Other Issues a. Auditing The effectiveness of the authorized contractor program relies on the authorized contractor's commitment and ability to conduct work in accordance with the Safety Codes Act and its referenced codes and regulations, and compliance with the accepted QMP. Work performed by authorized contractors is subject to auditing, including field audits to be performed by Alberta Labour. Audits are expected to be conducted on an annual basis, however the frequency may vary based on the record of the authorized contractor. As an example, a contractor with a good audit may have the next audit period extended. An audit which reveals deficiencies, may result in a follow-up audit being scheduled earlier, or may result in cancellation of the authorization. b. Legislative Authority The Safety Codes Act, Section 61(1), clauses (f) and (g), enable the Lieutenant Governor in Council to make regulations relative to qualifications of permit holders and classification of permits. As it has done with its existing permit systems, Alberta Labour will implement a new permit classification for contractors who qualify under its authorized contractor program. A new permit regulation, made pursuant to the Safety Codes Act, will establish this classification as a "contractor permit". r ACP 14 01/08/95 c. Who Is Responsible? \& The authorized contractor program will initially be administered on a regional basis by Alberta Labour. As the program expands to include the building and electrical safety disciplines and is fully functional, the program will be transferred to and administered by the Safety Codes Council. SB> 4. BENEFITS OF THE AUTHORIZED CONTRACTOR PROGRAM Alberta Labour has chosen this program as a method of service delivery because of m the many benefits it provides. Among these are: \ benefits for Authorized Contractors: J • competitive advantage in a market with traditionally limited profit margins due to substantially reduced permit costs; J • reduced worksite delays as a result of not having to wait for third party inspections; J • no use of resources to apply for permits; r^ ability to advertise and gain client recognition as a contractor who is authorized by the province. r benefits for Accredited Municipalities who recognize the Authorized Contractor Program as an integral part of their safety service delivery system: P • potential for reduction in the number of inspections the municipality would ^ need to deliver as part of its safety inspection program; '[* • overall improvement in contractor competence with respect to Safety - Codes Act compliance, within the municipality; T • provides access among its residents to the benefits of the program - *-• reduced costs and waiting time; r • provides another compliance assurance option to help municipalities manage their liability. J benefits for Alberta Labour: m > moves the department out of direct service delivery and from an I interventionist to a facilitative role; m • opportunity to focus its resources on policy development and audit. ACP 15 01/08/95 benefits for Albertans: \i<£ reduced dependence on municipal and provincial tax bases for funding of third party inspections; increased consumer confidence resulting from the ability to retain authorized contractors; higher standards of construction - elimination of poor performers; continuous improvement in contractor competence with respect to Safety Codes Act compliance; potential cost savings for consumers who retain authorized contractors. ACP 17 01/08/95 ^ CONTRACTING WITH ACCREDITED AGENCIES ALBERTA LABOUR'S MANAGEMENT SYSTEM August 1, 1995 & TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. INTRODUCTION A. Background Page 3 B. The Old Safety System Page 3 C. The New Safety System Page 4 2. ALBERTA LABOUR'S ROLE Page 5 3. ACCREDITED AGENCY CONTRACTING SYSTEM A. What Services Will Be Contracted? Page 6 B. How Will The Costs Of Services Be Addressed? Page 6 C. What Are The Types of Contracts? Page 7 a. The Authorization Agreement b. The Fee For Service Contract D. What Criteria Must Be Met To Be Authorized? Page 8 pS E. What Level Of Services Does The Province Require Of Accredited Agencies? Page 8 F. Process For Tendering Page 9 a. Advertising And The Tender Plan b. Bid Submission c. Bid Evaluation d. Terms G. Other Issues Page 11 a. Auditing b. Legislative Requirements c. Contract Administration B 4. BENEFITS OF THIS DELIVERY SYSTEM PAGE 12 pi ACAG 2 O1/08/95 V /. ' INTRODUCTION A. Background The Safety Codes Act, proclaimed in 1991, provides the framework for a comprehensive and progressive public safety system for Alberta; a system developed and operated by the people who use it. Municipalities or corporations who choose to become accredited become full partners in administering the Safety Codes Act in designated areas. Both have the option of retaining the services of accredited agencies, which are private sector organizations, to provide services in their areas. Participation in the safety system is voluntary. Where municipalities choose limited participation, or not to be involved in the system, the responsibility will fall back to the province. Alberta Labour will provide safety services through the use of accredited agencies and authorized contractors. This paper outlines how Alberta Labour will provide safety services in these - areas, and the system through which accredited agencies will be contracted to deliver services. B. The Old Safety System Prior to proclamation of the Safety Codes Act, Alberta Labour was responsible for the administration and safety inspection services throughout the province. Municipalities were given the option to share in this responsibility by requesting authorization to do so from the Minister. Many municipalities, although realizing the need to have inspection services, chose not to become involved for various reasons, including the following: • very few options existed for municipalities in ways they could deliver the inspection services necessary. The municipalities needed to hire qualified staff directly to provide for service delivery; • most smaller municipalities could not justify hiring inspection staff based on the level of construction activity occurring within their municipalities; • many municipalities were concerned about the exposure to liability should they become involved in administration; • the provincial government was subsidizing inspection services. ACAG 3 01/08/95 pi \V^ Faced with diminishing resources, and an increasing demand for its services, Alberta Labour found itself in a position where it could no longer provide consistent safety service throughout the province. Within provincial jurisdictions, users of the inspection services who applied and paid for permits to undertake activities regulated by the Acts, could no longer be guaranteed the provision of an inspection by the department. In addition to its commitment to develop and support a new and comprehensive safety system within the province, Alberta Labour recognized f that its role in the new safety system should be one of facilitation, rather than intervention. Also it recognized that the new system would be most effectively administered if it embodied a concept of shared responsibility and partnerships. _ C. The New Safety System The Safety Codes Act has opened the entire safety system for direct participation by the users of the system. It has introduced business opportunities for private sector organizations interested in providing safety inspection services, and facilitated other new options for service delivery through partnerships. Options which now exist under the Act include: • Municipal Accreditation: municipalities may become accredited i™? by the Safety Codes Council to administer the Act in all, some or parts of the safety disciplines under the Act; • Joint Municipal Accreditation: two or more municipalities may become accredited jointly by the Safety Codes Council to administer the Act in all, some, or parts of the safety disciplines under the Act within their combined jurisdictions; • Accredited Corporations: corporations may become accredited by the Safety Codes Council to administer the Act in all, some, or parts of the safety disciplines under the Act within their corporate facilities; • Accredited Aaencies: private sector agencies may become accredited by the Safety Codes Council to provide safety inspection services to municipalities, corporations, or the province; • Authorized Contractors: contractors who meet established criteria may be authorized to take responsibility for compliance if| assurance for the work they do. This will apply in areas where the province delivers services and in those municipalities that choose to recognize authorized contractors. F1 ACAG 4 01/08/95 \A° r 2. A ALBERTA LABOUR'S ROLE The participation of municipalities in the new safety system is voluntary. Alberta Labour has the responsibility to provide a comprehensive system of safety to residents in municipalities that choose limited or no participation in the safety system. To provide for safety services in these areas, the department will enter into contractual agreements with accredited agencies to provide permit issuance and related safety inspection services in the building, electrical, plumbing, gas and fire safety disciplines. The Accredited Agency contracting system is designed to: allow users to obtain permits and related safety inspection services locally, from accredited agencies; maintain departmental responsibility for establishing agency IP performance expectations, maximum fee structure and permit registration fees; ensure the costs of providing services are recovered from the user while protecting against excessive safety inspection costs; IP encourage development of accredited agencies in all areas; establish a fair and equitable system of advertising, tendering and contracting with accredited agencies; allow for the timely amending of departmental contracts on an as-needed basis; p* provide for a consistent, fair and equitable environment within which accredited agencies can compete with one another to provide permit issuance and related safety inspection services; allow flexibility in the implementation of the program in the areas of accredited agency availability and fee structures; ensure an orderly transition from the current method of program delivery to the accredited agency contracting system; establish a permit registry system, jurisdictional tracking system, agency tracking system, and an agency contract audit program. ACAG 01/08/95 p \A\ 3. ACCREDITED AGENCY CONTRACTING SYSTEM I A. What Services Will Be Contracted? Alberta Labour will enter into contractual agreements with accredited agencies for two basic types of services: 1. Permitting and Compliance Monitoring: this will include the activities of issuing permits, and performing components of compliance monitoring including plans examination and inspection services; p 2. Auxiliary services: certain safety services now provided by Alberta Labour are carried on outside of the permit application process. Such services include provision of investigation, prosecution and emergency services in the various disciplines. B. How Will The Costs Of Services Be Addressed? The Accredited Agency Contracting System will be cost-effective for the department, the permit applicant, and the accredited agencies. Permitting and Compliance Monitoring Costs Authorized accredited agencies will collect permit fees directly from the user for the services they provide. The permit fees will be the only remuneration agencies receive for the permitting and compliance monitoring services they provide. To protect permit applicants from excessive permit costs, Alberta Labour has established maximum fees that an agency may charge. Subject to the maximums, the accredited agency will establish the permit fee which they will charge. However, permit applicants will be able to compare permit fees offered by various authorized accredited agencies working within their municipality and purchase permits and related services for the most reasonable permit fee offered. Agencies will compete with one another to provide services to permit applicants. The services that a permit applicant can expect from an authorized accredited agency, and the maximum permit fees for each discipline, are contained in the Alberta Labour Quality Management Plan for Contracted Accredited Agencies. ACAG 6 01/08/95 IP 3SS5) < Some services such as investigation, prosecution, emergency services and equipment approvals, will be covered under a fee for service contract with an accredited agency. The department will establish, in the contract, a schedule of fees. It is expected the department will recover the costs of these services directly from the end user or the municipality, and will use these revenues to pay the accredited agency. w C. What Are The Types Of Contracts? a. The Authorization Agreement The Authorization Agreement establishes terms and conditions under which the accredited agency will operate within provincial jurisdictions, and provides performance and liability protection for the n Minister. It includes three schedules which indicate: • the municipalities within which the agency will provide services; • the discipline(s) in which the agency will provide services, including a list of appropriate performance criteria for the agency; and • a copy of the fees legislation that allows the agency to collect and retain permit fees. P b. The Fee For Service Contract The Fee for Service Contract establishes terms and conditions under which the accredited agency will operate within provincial jurisdictions, and provides performance and liability protection for the Minister. It includes two schedules. These are: • a schedule that establishes the municipalities, person(s), organization(s) and/or site(s) where the agency will provide services, when under contract with the Department; and • a schedule that lists performance criteria for the agency appropriate to the services it will provide. ACAG 7 01/08/95 IB D. What Criteria Must Be Met To Be Authorized? <® There are three main criteria that an accredited agency must meet in order to f be able to enter into a contract with Alberta Labour. These are: 1. the accredited agency must submit its accreditation Certificate from the Safety Codes Council outlining the disciplines, or parts thereof, that the agency has been accredited for. The accreditation must cover at least the scope of the discipline pi which the accredited agency wants to contract for with the province; p 2. the accredited agency must have a written Quality Management Plan (QMP). This QMP must indicate that the agency will comply with the ALQMP-CAA; p 3. the accredited agency must meet the requirements of the Authorization Agreement between the accredited agency and the province. Among these requirements are: p -* administrative systems for issuing permits, reports, orders, and a records and documents handling system, -+ financial systems, including reporting and tracking systems, -* certification of participation in the Partnerships in Health and Safety program, -» evidence of Workers' Compensation coverage, -* a Letter of Guarantee for performance surety, -* proof of appropriate insurance coverage. E. What Level Of Services Does The Province Require Of Accredited Agencies? The Alberta Labour Quality Management Plan for Contracted Accredited | Agencies (ALQMP-CAA) establishes responsibilities and performance criteria ^ for the Department and the contracted accredited agencies. As a condition rofboth the Authorization Agreement and the Fee for Service Contract, the accredited agency agrees to perform service delivery in strict conformance with the ALQMP-CAA. pi f1 ACAG 8 01/08/95 PI & <* The ALQMP-CAA includes a generic section establishing performance criteria appropriate to the safety disciplines. It references five schedules that establish discipline specific performance criteria for building, electrical, plumbing, gas and fire safety. Each ALQMP-CAA schedule, with the exception of that for fire safety, also includes a discipline specific permit fee schedule containing maximum permit fees which the agency may charge. In the event a municipality or corporation becomes accredited to provide safety inspection services within an area during the term of an agency's authorization or contract, provision is made within both the Authorization Agreement and the Fee for Service Contract for amendment to its "terms and conditions". F. Process For Tendering In the first year of implementation, accredited agencies will tender to provide 10) these services through a process which includes the submission of Authorization/Contract Bid Forms to the department. In subsequent years an accredited agency may tender and enter into a contract at any time. To ensure a competitive system which will benefit permit applicants, the department will not limit the number of authorized accredited agencies a»l providing services in any given region. Once an accredited agency is authorized to issue permits and provide inspection services in a given region, the department will stop providing services and will advertise this change in service delivery. pi a. Advertising And The Tender Plan p Alberta Labour will advertise through mailouts and in newspapers for "bids" from accredited agencies to provide permit and inspection services on behalf of the department. The Tender Plan identifies six tender packages which outline the disciplines and regions where the department will offer these opportunities. It also outlines a sequence in which these offers will be made. The initial Tender Plan divides the province into 19 regions. Regional boundaries have been established based on several criteria, including: • travel distances in relation to maximum permit fee schedules that have been set; * • population centres where construction activity should offer greater economy; ACAG 9 01/08/95 pi • recognized major travel routes for ease of access to <& services; • low activity areas where the need for services is minimal; and • consideration of municipalities which will, or are likely to, become accredited. Regions have been grouped together into tender packages. There are six tender packages. An accredited agency may submit a bid for one or more regions within a tender package. The tender packages will change as municipalities apply for and receive accreditation. The Tender Plan starts with one package in central Alberta and then moves through the remaining five tender packages based on accredited agency availability until all regions have been tendered and have authorized accredited agencies delivering services in each discipline. b. Bid Submission During the tender period, accredited agencies which indicate an r interest will be provided bid packages. These packages will include: the Tender Plan; pi the Authorization Agreement; the Fee for Service Contract; the Alberta Labour Quality Management Plan for Contracted Accredited Agencies; and the Authorization/Contract Bid Form. The Authorization/Contract Bid Form allows accredited agencies to formally apply for an Authorization Agreement, future Fee for Service Contracts, or both. Agencies will be required to submit completed Bid Forms to contract administrators within the department prior to a specified tender closing date. m ACAG ' 10 01/08/95 SI <*•\ c. Bid Evaluation Bids received on or before the closing date, will be evaluated against specified criteria included in the tendering proposal. Contract administrators in Alberta Labour will evaluate the bids. Bids that are incomplete, or received after the closing date, will be rejected and returned to the bidder. d. Terms An accredited agency that has entered into a contract with Alberta Labour: • will sell permits for a specified discipline within that pi region; • cannot refuse to sell a permit to any individual within that p region who makes an appropriate application; • must, once it has sold a permit, provide all associated services to the permit holder, including plans examinations and inspections. G. Other Issues a. Auditing The effectiveness of the Accredited Agency Contracting System relies on the accredited agencies fulfilling the terms and conditions of their Authorization Agreement and/or Contract, and meeting the performance expectations outlined in the ALQMP-CAA. During the term of the agency's authorization or contract, the Department will monitor service provision and agency performance through ongoing contract administration. As well, the department will periodically conduct audits and use client surveys as a method of establishing client satisfaction. Findings from departmental audits and client surveys, plus information gathered through an accredited agency permit registry system, and the submission of audited annual financial statements by authorized accredited agencies, will form the basis of annual reports which the Department will provide to the Minister. pi |Sl ACAG 11 01/08/95 I b. Legislative Requirements tf1* Three enabling pieces of legislation will be required for the Accredited Agency Contracting System. They will take the form of regulations under existing Acts. The first regulation is The Authorized Accredited Agencies Regulation made under the Government Organization Act. Its primary purpose is to enable Authorized Accredited Agencies to collect and retain permit w> fees. The second regulation is The Permit Regulation made under the Safety Codes Act. Its primary purpose is to mandate permit issuance by the Authorized Accredited Agencies, the conditions for permit application, and the conditions for permit issuance or permit exemption. The third is the Administration and Information Systems Regulation made under the Safety Codes Act. Its primary purpose is to allow agencies to maintain a permit registry system. c. Contract Administration The Accredited Agency Contracting System will be administered on a regional basis by contract administrators within the department. The contract-administrators' responsibilities will include: $»i • advertising for bids; • administering the tender process; SBJ • * entering into Authorization Agreements and Fee for Service Contracts with accredited agencies; • day-to-day contract administration; • monitoring those agencies through a departmental audit » program; and • provision of an annual report to the Minister. To assist m the department in monitoring the system and developing the annual report, Authorized Accredited Agencies will be required to register permits they issue with the department, and pay a nominal permit registration fee as a condition of authorization. ACAG" 12 ... 01/08/95 4. BENEFQgAF THIS DELIVERY SYSTEM -v.. jr* AlbrertaiS^ur has chosert this method of delivery for anumber of reasons. Ambri^. "theSe a&: • .t^^ delivery of services will be provided closer to the local level, as • JP accredited agencies will" be.established in each of the regions; '• ^F fees will be established jn a competitive marketplace among agencies, "** wSft aMaximum fee level establisMa" bythe province; • permit applicants may choose the accredited agency they wish to purchase service from; S • the province* wifT no longer be involved in the direct delivery of services. ;$S| & SI ACAG 13 01/08/95 capnn ft '(, AH«AIW 1719951 LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY IkLb^ijLI U Lb ALBERTA pj GRANT MITCHELL August 14, 1995 LEADER. ALBERTA LIBERAL OPPOSITION MLA, EDMONTON McCLUNG M.D. of Brazeau FCSS Box 77 Drayton Valley, Alberta TOE 0M0 Dear Members: Albertans are living in times of change and uncertainty. With this increased stress on families, organizations such as yours provide strength and guidance. I would like to takethis opportunity to personally thank you for the leadership and support you provide in the community. I also want to share with you my concerns over the devastating impact gambling is having on many Albertans. Of particular concern are the highly addictive Video Lottery Terminals (more appropriately called video slot machines). When the Alberta government implemented video slot machines 2 years ago, no consideration was given to the social consequences. However, thesemachines are seriously harming many Albertans and their families. They are threatening the stability of thousands of families, and are undermining the incomes of community-based volunteer organizations. British Columbia and Nova Scotiahave successfully introduced legislation to ban video slot machines in their provinces. In support of healthy communities across Alberta, we also want to eliminate these machines. Please assist me in p circulating the enclosed petition. Inorder for me to present the petition in the Legislature, I ask that you return it to my I office prior to September 15, 1995. ^ Also, for your information, I have enclosed a transcript of CBC Provincial Affairs broadcast on video slot machines delivered by Alberta Liberal Municipal Affairs Critic, Len Bracko. Working together we can help sustain and restore healthy families and communities in our province. Sincerely, / Grant Mitchell Leader of the Alberta Liberal Caucus LEGISLATURE OFFICE: CONSTITUENCY OFFICE: ROOM 601. LEGISLATURE ANNEX 6721-177 STREET EDMONTON, ALBERTA T5K 1E4 EDMONTON. ALBERTA T5T4K3 pal TELEPHONE: (403) 427-2292 TELEPHONE: (403) 444-4757 FAX: (403) 427-3697 FAX:(403) 444-4760 To the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, in Legislature Assembled: We the undersigned petition the Assembly to urge the government to eliminate all Video Lottery Terminals in Alberta and thereby prevent the devastation they are causing to the lives of people, families and communities. Name (please print) Address Town/City Postal Code Signature i a = FOR MORE INFORMATION OR MORE PETITIONS CONTACT THE ALBERTA LIBERAL CAUCUS AT (403) 427-2292 (EDMONTON). /"} RETURN ORIGINAL BY MAIL TO: 601 LEGISLATURE ANNEX EDMONTON, ALBERTA T5K 1E4 (L ±J 1= fc^ B=3SsJ LEGISLATURE OFRCE: CONSTITUENCY OFRCE: Rm. 241. LEGISLATURE ANNEX #334. 7 St. Anne Street IB W EDMONTON. ALBERTA T5K 1E4 ST ALBERT. ALBERTA T8N 2X4 TELEPHONE (403) 427-2293 TELEPHONE (403) 459-9113 FAX: (403) 427-3697 FAX: (403)46Q-9815 pi LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ALBERTA SI )• r Len Bracko's on CBC's Provincial Affairs I re: Video Lottery Terminals Tonight I would like to speak with you about The Tory Epidemic - Video Lottery Terminals known as VLTs or slot machines. This gambling epidemic has spread across every part ofour great province. No area of Alberta has been spared whether it is Municipal Districts, Counties, villages, towns or cities. This illness is destroying and devastating families. There are at least 30,000 gambling addicts in Alberta with another 130,000 problem gamblers. VLTs perpetuate the myth that there is an easy way to get ahead, which is wrong. Instead ofencouraging people to work hard, our government perpetuates the fantasy that luck is a legitimate route to wealth; that even the lazy can succeed. As I travel across the province I hear comments such as: people using their VISA card to the maximum of $2000 for gambling, a single parent mother spending her entire $1200 pay cheque on slot machines and a spouse gambling away a down payment for a house. The consequences of this disease for Albertans is devastating. I see: the destruction of families, child neglect and abuse, criminal acts and jail sentences, poverty, mental breakdowns and suicides, as a result of gambling. Gambling costs business and industry hundreds of millions ofdollars in the lost productivity due to: absenteeism, poor work performance and theft. I would like to share a portion ofa letter written by a VLT gambler to one of my colleagues. He states: I am a compulsive gambler. I am married and have children. I have lost thousands ofdollars in the past year to these evil machines. I have lost self- respect and the respect of my family. In order to finance my addiction I have considered illegal acts. I have also considered self-destruction as a result of my guilt and the realization that I am powerless to stop on my own. Thanks to God and Gamblers Anonymous I am on the road to pi arresting this disease. I am learning to avoid places ofgambling and to be open and honest with myself and others. My addiction was causing me to become a compulsive liar and I came very close to ruining my marriage and destroying my family. I am now dealing with my life and my addiction onedayatatin,e- <&m 05bacfa> t M.L.A. St. Albert 3> \* Alberta Liberals do not want this sad story to continue repeating itself. Businessmen ownerswho do not want slot machines tell me that they are forced to get machines in orderto remain competitive. The government's plan to freeze numbers of slot machine will hinder the growth of new businesses because they will not be able to compete with businesses who have slot machines installed. Businessmen who profit from this revenue are very concerned about Alberta's gambling addicts. They say, "We can cut off alcohol sales to a person who has had his / her limit BUT our hands are tied with addicted gamblers. We cannot cut off a VLT - ADDICT." The premier is telling Family and Community Support groups, charitable groups, and non profit organizations that they must carry more of the responsibility for meeting social, sports, culture, and human services needs. However, the VLTs take two thirds of the revenue away from these organizations. Now is the time to find a vaccine and put an end to this VLT epidemic. IB The Alberta Liberal Party stands for eliminating the use ofVLTs in Alberta. We need to work together to beat this addiction. Please contactyour MLA or the Alberta Liberal Party if you have concerns regarding this issue. Thank you and good night. pi |BI jpl SI jpl fpl Liberia \& OFFICE OF THE COMMISSIONER OF SERVICES FOR CHILDREN Central Region 4809 - 50 Avenue Telephone 403/986-9849 Region 9 Leduc, Alberta T9E 6X8 Fax 403/986-7440 August 22, 1995 Mr. Wes Tweedle, Reeve Municipal District of Brazeau, Box 77, Drayton Valley, Alberta TOE 0M0 Dear Mr. Tweedle: Thank you very much for the opportunity to update you and your Council about the mandate of the new Office of the Commissioner of Services for Children. I hope you found the information helpful. We welcome your participation in the Breton and Drayton Valley Working Groups. The first meeting will be on Monday, September 11, 1995 at 1:00 p.m. in the AADAC Conference Room, Provincial Building, Drayton Valley. The Breton Working Group meeting is on Monday September 18, 1995, at 7:00, in the Carolyn Strand Civic Centre, Breton. We will keep you informed as to future directions of the Office of the Commissioner of Services for Children. p Sincerely, r 'ju^vrvoCc. pi 'f/KacV Lynne Burnett Nadine Lastiwka Community Facilitator Community Facilitator /lb t^c Council, MD of Brazeau © Printed on Recycled Paper * \ ALBERTA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Office ofthe Minister August 29, 1995 Mr. Wes Tweedle Reeve M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 Box 77 Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1R1 Dear Reeve Tweedle: On behalf of Premier Klein and the Government of Alberta, I wish to confirm the recent deposit of $10,000 (Ten Thousand Dollars) in your financial institution account via direct deposit payment number SC66449. Alberta Community Development is providing these funds for the operation and maintenance of facilities at Willey West Park Municipal Recreation/Tourism Area in 1995. This grant will help to operate the facilities and programs that enrich our quality of life and will help to ensure the long-term operating viability of this project. Please be advised that a statement of receipts and expenditures will be required within the next twelve months. This statement should be sent to: Fred Wilton; Recreation Section; Alberta Community Development; 9th Floor, Standard Life Centre; 10405 Jasper Avenue; Edmonton, Alberta; T5J 4R7; phone 427-2015. Best wishes for continued success in this very worthy endeavour. Sincerely, Gary G. Mar, Q.C. p Minister of Community Development MX.A. Calgary Nose Creek pi cc: Honourable Tom Thurber I M.L.A. Drayton Valley-Calmar Fred Wilton Legislature Building, Edmonton, Alberta, Canada T5K2B6 Telephone 403/427-4928 Fax403/427-0188 SSI O Printed on recycled paper tfjKr ChiefJudge Edward R. Wachowich, Chair IIMM Suite Robert Grbavac jpSSSJ^Q ~ "• 11510„v£Kingsway Avenue Joe Lehane T3§§pHi§iP ;r* J0J Edmonton, Alberta John McCarthy W^^W |jfe-- - f v; L! T5G 2Y5 ! Wally Worth ""' ~"" *""* ' Telephone 422-8683 t —— Fax 422-2900 $Pr ALBERTA ELECTORAL BOUNDARIES COMMISSION 1995/96 August 25, 1995 Wes Tweedle Reeve M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 Box 77 Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R1 Dear Reeve Tweedle: p> The Electoral Boundaries Commission Act, chapter E-4.01, S.A. 1990, was amended during the 1995 Spring Session of the Legislative Assembly. $P? Under the amendments to the Act, the Electoral Boundaries Commission is to submit a report to the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly withinseven months of its appointment, setting out the areas, boundaries and names of the 83 proposed electoral divisions and reasons for those boundaries. The members of the Commission were appointed on June 28,1995 and, besides myself as Chairman, are Mr. Robert Grbavac of Raymond; Mr. Joe Lehane of Innisfail; Mr. John McCarthy of Calgary; and Mr. Walter Worth of Edmonton. The amended Act requires the Commission to hold public hearings both before its report is submitted to the Speaker and after it is made public. After considering further representations, the Commission may submit a final report to the Speaker within five months of its first report. Public notice will be given in Alberta newspapers of locations and dates of the public hearings. If you would like Pi to send a written submission or make a public hearing presentation, or if you require further information, please contact: Electoral Boundaries Commission Suite 100, 11510 Kingsway Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T5G 2Y5 Telephone (403) 422-8683 (Toll-free outside Edmonton, dial the RITE operator at 310-0000 and ask for 422-8683) Several copies of the Commission's brochure are enclosed, and we would appreciate if you would display them in your office. Yours truly, Pi i Edward R. Wachowich f Chairman I ALBERTA ASSOCIATION ^v of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES \ 4504-101 STREET • EDMONTON, ALBERTA T6E 5G9 TELEPHONE 436-9375 FAX 437-5E LARRY GOODHOPE - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR • August 30,1995 I3V^"C5IJ' TO ALL M.D/S AND COUNTIES: I Earlier this summer, the AAMD&C requested nominations for a Provincial Truck Route Task Force. The response was overwhelming, with over 35 member jurisdictions submitting nominees. r In light of the number and quality of nominees, the AAMD&C Board faced a very difficult task in selecting just four Task Force members (one from each of the current four AAMD&C zones). After due consideration, the following four individuals have been selected to represent rural municipalities on the Task Force: • Charlie Davies Bylaw Officer County of Warner • Milton Elliot Councillor M.D. of Clearwater • Wayne Woldanski Deputy Manager County of Lamont • Craig Bissell Councillor M.D. of Big Lakes On behalf of the Board of Directors, I would like to extend our thanks to these individuals, and to all of the other excellent nominees whose names were put forward. We greatiy appreciate your interest in serving your fellow municipalities in this important matter. Yours truly, OxY Larry Executive Director LG/gs ALBERTA ASSOCIATION > of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES tf • 4504-101 STREET • EDMONTON, ALBERTA T6E 5G9 TELEPHONE 436-9375 ' FAX 437-5? LARRY GOODHOPE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR - •"••W**W» August 16, 1995 fO/UI MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS AND COUNTIES: I Re: Access fo Information Earlier this year, the AAMD&C formed a small ad-hoc committee to develop a set of guidelines for municipalities to refer to in dealing with requests under the access to information provisions of the new Municipal Government Act. The Committee, which was comprised of Linda Walton (Chair, AAMD&C Director); Tom Roberts (County of Vulcan); Rod Hawken (M.D. of Provost); Richard Harpe (County of Grande Prairie); and Dale Nichol (M.D. of Bighorn), has now completed its work, and we are pleased to provide you with a copy of the guidelines they have I developed. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the Committee members for their hard work, and also to thank all AAMD&C members who offered their input into this important process. If you have any questions or comments on the draft or the Committee process please feel free to contact the Association office. • Yours truly, I w~ Larry Goodhope r Executive Director - LG/sh I * ♦ r\ ACCESS TO INFORMATinu Sample Guideline Developed hv The AAMD&CAccess to Information Ad-Hoc Committee SS£) I. General Overview P Until municipalities are brought under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, the kinds of information that must be withheld are primarily dealt with under Section 217 of the Municipal Government Act. As well, municipalities f should consult Sections 299-301 and Section 307 of the MCA that deal with the l release of assessment information. p Under the MGA, every person has a right to obtain information in the possession of [ a municipality on payment of a designated fee; however there are some kinds of information that must be withheld. Unfortunately, it is not always clear which information should or should not be released. Often the decision depends on the individual circumstances surrounding p the information being requested. That being said, some general guidelines for dealing with requests for information can be developed: • Pursuant to Section 217(2)(h), information, the publication of which is r prohibited by statute, must be withheld. p • Subject to Section 217(2)(b), information obtained in confidence must be withheld (unless the affected partiesconsent to the release). pi • Most information contained within personnel records must be withheld unless the person to whom the information relates gives his/her consent to the release. Refer to Section 217(2)(c). • Pursuant to Section 217(2)(a), information must be withheld if its release could: => prejudicially affect the legitimate interest of the municipality or any member of the community, => result in an unfair competitive advantage, or => reveal a trade secret (unless consent is obtained from affected parties) • Drafts, proposals, reports, studies, consultations, and/or recommendations in the preliminary or planning stage of a project or contract negotiation that have not been presented/discussed at a public meeting must be withheld. Refer to Sections 217(2)(a), 217(2)(b) and 217(2)(d). ptl \<® ip) Pursuant to Section 217(2)(e), any information the disclosure of which could prejudice security and the maintenance of law (e.g. information fs) contained in bylaw enforcement files) must be withheld. Assessment information such as fieldsheets, inspection reports, etc. is generally not releasable. However, a municipality may provide assessment information if it is satisfied necessary confidentiality will not be breached. As well, if an assessed person requests information about «S) how his/her assessment was prepared, this information must be provided. Refer to Sections 299-301 and Section 307. P II. Specific Examples Genera/ The following information should not be disclosed; p • Internal memos so long asthey have not been debated/discussed at a meeting open to the public. • Reports, studies, consultations, proposals relative to contract negotiations or pending policy or budget decisions. • Files on bylaw enforcement action. • Litigation related files. n • Information presented in a meeting closed to the public (Note: it is strongly recommended that municipalities not record minutes of"in camera* meetings). • Drafts of proposed bylaws, resolutions, etc. that have not been discussed in a public meeting. Personnel Information Access to personnel information is limited: p Information that is releasable includes: salary ranges, employment responsibilities, councillor remuneration, salaries of designated officers etc. Information that is not releasable includes: individual salaries (non-designated officers), performance evaluations, health data, etc. <# \ Tenders Subject to Section 217(2)(a), tenders are not releasable if disclosure might create harm, undue advantage, or reveal a trade secret. (Note: Iftenders are opened at a public meeting, their contents are subject to release. If tenders are not opened ata public meeting, but rather only the bids are announced, they may notbe subject to release ifSection 217(2)(a) applies). Contracts Is) Deliberations, proposals, studies and negotiations leading to contracts should not be released. Executed contracts should be disclosed. Assessment $=> Assessment inspection reports, fieldsheets etc. are generally not releasable. | However, assessment information must be provided as follows: • Upon request, an assessed person must be provided with sufficient information on the preparation of his/her assessment. pi • So long as "necessary confidentiality* is not breached, an assessed person must be allowed to see or receive a summary of the assessment of anyassessed property withinthe municipality. • A municipality may provide information in its possession about assessments if "necessaryconfidentiality* will not be breached. • A municipality may provide assessment information to an agent acting on behalf of an assessed person upon receiving the express consent of that assessed person. • "Anyperson* may inspect the assessment roll. Taxation Pursuant to Section 350, tax certificates must be provided on request. III. £fi£S Section 217(1) provides that municipalities may, by bylaw, establish "reasonable fees* that may be charged for information. When setting a fee schedule, municipalities may wish to consider charging for photocopying costs, phone and fax costs, as well as associated labour costs (esp. if a significant amount of staff time is required in order to put together the information requested). r As well, municipalities may establish a fee to view or inspect information. sj IP) fll r IV. Practical Tips Because of the changes in legislation, a fundamental shift in the way we think about, collect, store and manage information is necessary. The Committee has identified several "tips* for coping with this transition: Collect only the information that you need. Assume that what you collect/storewill be released. When preparing information, make sure it is in a form that could be released. When you receive a request, try to narrow down what the person is really looking for as much as possible. If the information is routine, release it routinely to avoid undue controversy. iU Protect privacy but not secrecy. Set up your filing and information management system so that it is conducive to releasing information. Remember that any documentation discussed at an open meeting is public information and must be released. When considering a request for information, make sure there is nothing in the documentation that violates the prohibitions outlined in the MGA. r m r pi 0^ INFORMATION REQUEST FORM \ REFERENCE # This form must be completed by any person requesting information in the posession of the municipality. A fee will be charged for all information released. PAIUitPTO BE COMPETED BOTftEMPi!f(MlsJIl NAME: ADDRESS: PHONE: FAX: ASSESSED PROPERTY (if applicable): INFORMATION REQUESTED (Please be as specific as possible) SIGNATURE OF APPLICANT: DATE: PARZmTO BE COMPLETED BY THEMUNICIPAUTY DATE REQUEST RECEIVED: REQUEST APPROVED: (Date) INFORMATION RELEASED: (Date) METHOD OF RELEASE: (mail, fax, pick up in person, view in office etc.) FEE ESTIMATED: $ DEPOSIT: $ FEE ASSESSED: $ REQUEST DENIED: (Date) REASONS FOR DENIAL: SIGNATURE: NAME & POSITION: % ALBERTA ASSOCIATION m IL*k I of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES 4504-101 STREET •'• .EDMONTON. ALBERTA T6E5G9 » TELEPHONE 436^^^^j£jC437-5f LARRY GOODHOPE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR !!!!i -A^ 3 i 1995 f EXECUTIVE MEETING HIGHLIGHTS pD July Board of Directors Meeting pi Alberta Used Oil Management Asaociation - The Board mef with Dennis Hamblefon to disouss the Uaed Oil Management Project. While the Board was p> quite pleased with the progress that the Asaociation has made with respect to managing used lubrication produots, some concern was expressed regarding the proliferation of environmental management bodies and surcharges. The Board i® subsequently approved a letter to Honourable Ty Lund expressing this concern. •jpl Alberta Tranaportation and Utilittea - June MaoGregor and Terry Wilfis from Alberta Tranaportation and Utilities met with the Board to discuss some of the program delivery options that the Department is looking at for the future. The objectives ofanychange to the current programs will be: 1. To retain current funding levels. 2. To remove or reduce conditions on programs. 3. To streamline program delivery. 4. To recognize the maturity of the secondary road system. Cemeteriea and Prearranged Funeral Legislation - The Board approved a draft response to the Discussion Paper on Cemeteries and Prearranged Funeral Legislation. The response supports restricting ownership of cemeteriea to municipal governments and religious organizations, and recommends retaining the current exemption from endowment care funds for municipalities and religious organizations. m Nk \ -2- K| Right to Work Qtudu - The Board endorsed the concept of right to work legislation, and approved a draft response to the Joint Review Committee chaired by Elaine McCoy reoommending that the Government of Alberta fake steps to implement such legislation. w&l Local Telephone Rates - The Board approved a draft letter to the Canadian Radio-Televi8ion and Telecommunications Commission opposing AGT's application to increase local telephone rates. AGT - The Board discussed a letter received from AGT regarding municipal consent for the placement of buried facilities and line relocation costs. There waa considerable frustration expressed with respect to the lack of progress being made through the Joint AQT-AAMD&C Task Force on these issues, and the Board ip) directed that a letter be written to AGT urging them to take immediate and concrete steps to try to bring the matter to a successful resolution. Regulatory Review Ta8k Force - Executive Director Larry Goodhope has been nominated as the AAMD&C representative on the Regulatory Review Task Force chaired by Peace River MLA Gary Friedel. Municipal Amalgamations - Based on concerns raised by member municipalities, the Board approved a letterto Honourable Tom Thurber urging him to continue to respect local autonomy, and not force amalgamations between municipalities. IP ALBERTA ASSOCIATION of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES \<*6 4504-101 STREET • EDMONTON. ALBERTA T6E 5G9 TELEPHONE 436-9375 FAX 437-59 LARRY GOODHOPE - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR r?fn^r?nn pr?SK\ her1 " i BBS AAMD&C EXECUTIVEMEETING HIGHLIGHTS (August 1995 Meeting) The Board met with Dr. Alfred Birch, Executive Director of the North American Waterfowl Management Plan (NAWMP) Centre, to discuss the activities of the Centre. In particular, discussion focused on a proposed study of local initiatives aimed at generating economic returns from wildlife conservation activities. The Board has agreed to assist NAWMP in the design of this study, and to participate on relevant policy review committees established by NAWMP. The Board approved a letter to be sent to the MLA Implementation Team on Business Integration and Technology in Education. The AAMD&C submission supports an increased partnership between the business and education communities, but stresses that schools must strive to turn out "complete citizens". Thus, practical skills must be balanced with a clearer commitment to community involvement and citizenship. The Board reviewed the numerous nominations for the Provincial Truck Route Task Force, and selected the following four individuals to represent rural municipalities: • Charlie Davies, Bylaw Officer, County of Warner • Milton Elliot, Councillor, M.D. of Clearwater • Wayne Woldanski, Deputy Manager, County of Lamont • Craig Bissell, Councillor, M.D. of Big Lakes The Board will write to Federal Finance Minister Paul Martin, reiterating the AAMD&Cs concerns with respect to the proposed National Sales Tax. The Board has endorsed a proposal by Lacombe-Stettler MLA Judy Gordon to introduce legislation authorizing the use of flashing green lights by volunteer firefighters when responding to an emergency. However, the Board has also stressed that the legislation must protect municipalitiesagainst any increased liability. The Board reviewed the Land Use Policy Discussion Paper recently circulated by Alberta Municipal Affairs. The AAMD&C has contacted the Department to express concern with the August 31 response deadline, and has been subsequently assured that this deadline is flexible. The Board has invited senior Department officials to • attend the September AAMD&C Board meeting to discuss the Paper in greater detail. AAMD&C members are encouraged to review the Paper as well, and respond directly to Alberta Municipal Affairs, with a copy to the Association. • ALBERTA ASSOCIATION ^ of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES 4504- 101 STREET • .;.; EDMO^ON.ALBERTA T6ESG9 «^r*- TELEPHONE 4^-a%^f^^tj^S LARRY GOODHOPE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR f7rtr?rar?nn nrei ! AUG 1(J 1995 j' IP* Lbli7l±iU U LStii MUNICIPAL M HIGHLIGHT; Prepared bytheJULM.D.&C. August16,1995 18.07.95 11.08.95 * The M.D. of Bonnyville has given * Transportation and Utilities w approval to its 1995 municipal budget Minister Steve West has announced the calling for total expenditures of some $10.8 first four areas of the province in which million. The municipal mill rate has been highway maintenance work will be set at 9.38 within the pre-1995 M.D. privately contracted. Requests for boundaries, and 7.5 in the annexed areas of proposals to service the Grande Prairie, the former I.D. 18 South. High Level, Vermilion and Calgary areas will be go out in mid-September. Contracts 19.07 will be awarded in December, with * The M.D. of Starland has approved transition to take place in January 1996. its 1995 municipal budget The municipal Contracting out of highway maintenance mill rate will not increase in 1995/ but will for the rest of the province will be phased in remain at 8.79 mills. As education mill over the next two years. rates have increased substantially for M.D. ratepayers, M.D. Council has directed that * The AAMD&C has written to the telephone numbers of Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development Education, the Minister of Education, and Minister Walter Paszkowski, asking that local school authorities be included with the the current crop insurance program be 1995 tax notice. reviewed. This request is based on concerns raised at the July 31 Edmonton 25.07.95 District meeting, where it was suggested * The Town of Fairview has passed a that the current program is not even resolution to investigate the possibility of covering the cost of inputs for drought- amalgamation with the Municipal District stricken farmers in the northeast of Fairview. The M.D. has indicated an interest in exploring shared services with the Town in certain areas. r fO NOTICES * The Task Force on Ambulance and Pi * Strathcona County will host a seminar entitled Resumption and Patient Transportation has recently I Continuity of Operations and Service for circulated its discussion paper to a variety Business, Industry and Government of stakeholders, including Alberta Following a Major Emergency. The municipalities. The paper examines the r seminar will take place on Wednesday, issue of coordination of ambulance services October 4 at Festival Place in Sherwood within the new system of Regional Health pi Park, with keynote speaker Charles Authorities. TheAAMD&C encourages all Maikish. Mr. Maikish was responsible for member municipalities to review this overseeing the recovery and rehabilitation document and provide any comments directly to the Task Force, with a copy to of the New York World Trade Centre following the terrorist bombing of that the AAMD&C The AAMD&C Board wffl building in 1993. be reviewing the Task Force Report at its upcoming August Board meeting. The Registration for the seminar is $75 deadline for responses to the Report is per person, and includes lunch, September 30,1995 refreshments ' and GST. Tickets are available at the Festival Place Box Office at 449-3378 or through Ticketmaster outlets. Further information on the event is available by contacting Dwight Osbaideston, Deputy Chief of Emergency Medical Services for Strathcona County, at 467-1348. THOUGHTFOR WEEK * AGT has recently received confirmation from Alberta Justice, Alberta Labour and the Safety Codes Council that "The aim of education should be to convert its telecommunications undertakings are the mind into a living fountain, and not a federally regulated, and therefore current reservoir." and future utility construction undertakings John M. Mason are not subject to the provisions of the Safety Codes Act As a result AGT will not be required to establish a Quality Management Flan to attain accreditation, or be subject to local permits and inspections under the Safety Codes Act p3 A> ALBERTA ASSOCIATION * of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES 4504 j 101 STREET. .•^ EDMONTON, ALBERTA T6E 5Q9 TELEPHONE 436^9375!:: 37-59 LARRY GOODHOPE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR r MUNICIPAL NE m w\ HieHUSHT; Prepared bythe AAM.D.&C. August23,1995 16.08.95 level of federal funding currently allocated * Transportation and Utilities to addressing the road impact costs of rail Minister Steve West has confirmed that abandonment; called for the reallocation of municipalities will not be eligible to be existing federal funds toward a national either prime contractors or subcontractors highway program; and stressed the need in the province's highway maintenance for a new federal rail regulatory regime to contracting initiative. However, balance the interests of shippers and B) municipalities could provide assistance to railways. contractors in emergency situations. Meanwhile, Alberta Transportation and 18.08.95 Utilities has offered to provide a special * Municipal Affairs Minister Tom presentation to rural municipalities on the Thurber has announced the creation of an design and implications of the new interim Improvement District to provide highway maintenance system, if there is local government services to the sufficient interest among AAMD&C community of Jasper. The Jasper ! members. Such a presentation could Improvement District will come into effect potentially be offered at the 1995 Fall on September 1, 1995, and will exist while Convention, or on some separate occasion. Jasper area residents and Parks Canada AAMD&C members who are interested in negotiate a permanent form of local such a presentation are asked to contact government Municipal services are the AAMD&C, at 436-9375, to indicate currently provided by Parks Canada and their interest and suggestions on the Jasper School District The school scheduling of any presentation. district will become a ward of the Grande Yellowhead Regional School Division on * Transportation and Utilities September 1, however the current members Minister Steve West and the of the Board of Trustees will continue as the Transportation Ministers for Saskatchewan council of the new Jasper Improvement and Manitoba have issued a joint statement District on three key national transportation issues. The ministers expressed concern with the r Vtt RECENT AAMD&C MD. OFROCKY VIEW ADMINISTRATIVE SECRETARY CIRCULARS (PLANNING AND DEVELOPMENT) In the past week, the AAMD&C has The Municipal District of Rocky View No. circulated the following materials to all 44, which surrounds Calgary on 3 sid&, member municipalities: requires an Administrative Secretary. This • Access to Information Guidelines senior secretarial position reports to the • Executive MeetingHighlights Director of Planning and Development in a Departmentof 22 persons. The incumbent will be responsible for preparation of meeting agendas, Bylaws, EMPLOYMENT typing of reports and general correspondence, acting as backup on OPPORTUNITIES occasion for taking and transcribing minutes of Councilmeetings, departmental COUNTY OFATHABASCA Council follow-up, agreements, and other PUBUCWORKS MAINTENANCE related secretarial/administrative duties. A FOREMAN minimum typing speed of 65 wpm word processing is required. Applications are being received from qualified applicants for this key position Applicants must be able to work with our Public Works Department independently, be self-starters, personable, Responsibilities will include planning, possess excellent time management skills, coordinating * and supervising road and be ableto communicate effectivelyon a maintenance functions including grading, senior level. Preference will be given to gravelling, snowplowing, sanding, culvert those applicants with five or more years repair and signage. experience, a diploma in Secretarial or w Business Administration, a background in The County of Athabasca is responsible to municipal government, and proficiency in maintain approximately 1300 miles of shorthand, WordPerfect 5A/6JO, Lotus, and County roads and 130 miles of Secondary Paradox. Highway. Applicants should have extensive experience in road maintenance The Municipality offers an excellent benefit ip| procedures with 5 years of supervisory package and salary will be commensurate experience. Experience working in a rural with qualifications and experience. municipal setting wouldbe a definite asset pp Please forward your written resume prior to Applications must be received by August September 1, 1995, marked "Personal and 31,1995, and should be sent to: Confidential", to the attention of. Jim Woodward K.D. Kelly County Manager Director of Planning and County of Athabasca No. 12 Development 3602 - 48 Avenue MD. of RockyView No. 44 Athabasca, Alberta P.O. Box 309, 911 - 32 Avenue N.E. T9S1M8 Calgary, Alberta FAX: 675-5512 T2M4L6 r # ALBERTA ASSOCIATION 7 of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES 4504-101 STREET • EDMONTON, ALBERTA T6E 5G9 TELEPHONE 436-9375 FAX 437-5< LARRY GOODHOPE — EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR •v./ " ' 1885 i^SCnTT5ik MJI1CIPAL NE HI6HU6HTVir*/ Prepared by the AAM.D.&C. August 30,1995 Central District Director Linda Walton, a taxing authority for Banff National Park, Councillor in Lacombe County, has excluding the Town of Banff. Residents of formally announced that she will not be the new hamlet will vote in municipal seeking re-election in the upcoming October elections for the first time in this October's municipal general election. Ms. Walton has general municipal elections. served on the AAMD&C Board of Directors since 1991, and on Lacornbe County 23.08.95 Council since 1986. She joins Northern Public Works, Supply and Services District Director Lavern Sorgaard as Minister Robert Fischer has released the current AAMD&C Board members who new Freedom of Information and Protection have formally announced their intentions to of Privacy Regulation, to come into effect not seek re-election. on October 1, 1995. The regulation sets out the fee structure for information requests 31.07.95 under the Freedom of Information and * The Village of Radway is Protection of Privacy Act, and sets out the "reviewing" a potential future change to list of agencies, boards and commissions hamlet status within the County of subject to the Act. Under the new fee Thorhild. Village Council has indicated schedule, each request for general that no formal discussions of the issue will informationunder the Actwill be subject to take place until October at the earliest. an initial, non-refundable fee of $25. Additional charges for labour and copying * The Village of Warspite is also will only be levied if those charges exceed considering the possibility of reversion to $150. No fee will be charged for obtaining hamlet status, within the County of Smoky one's own personal information, although I Lake. copying fees will be charged if they exceed $10. Alberta municipalities are not 17.08.95 currently bound by the provisions of the The Lake Louise resort community Act, although it is expected that the Act will has officially become a hamlet within be extended to apply to municipalities Improvement District 9. I.D. 9 is the local within the next five years. " QP\ £4iVP USEPOLICY Convention Centre. Registration fees are nrsfjwrssmivvapeh $175 per person before November 1; $195 per person after November 1. Further Alberta Municipal Affairs has released the information is available by contacting Jewel Land Use Policy Discussion Paper for Buksa at436-0983/ orJudy Wry at437-2481. public review and comment The Paper sets out proposed principles for coordinating local land use policies with provincial priorities. The AAMD&C has contacted Municipal P Affairs to express concern with the short timelines for responses/ and has been EQUIPMENTFOR SAIE jgy assured that responses will be accepted well TENDER F beyond the initially-stated August 31 deadline. The AAMD&C Executive will be meeting The County of Lamont No. 30 offers for with senior department officials in late sale by tenderthe following equipment September to discuss the Paper in greater detaiL All member municipalities are • One 1990Champion 750A Motor Grader encouraged to review the Discussion • Serial #20749 Paper and forward your comments to • Approx. 7000 hours Alberta Municipal Affairs. Please provide • Completewith Snow Wing pn the AAMD&C with a copy of any • DozerandV-Plow areoptional submission** you make on this matter, sc that the Association may reflect your concerns in our own formal response. For further information and tender forms, please contact Matt Prokopiw p? Shop Foreman NOTICES County of Lamont No. 30 Phone: 403-895-2547 P * Insight Conferences and The Globe FAX: 403-895-2892 and Mail are presenting a conference on "Planning and Development Reform in pi Alberta: Understanding Bill 32* in early Tenders will be received by the October. Two sessions of the Conference undersigned until 4:30 p.m., September 14, will be held: October 3 at the Westin Hotel 1995. The highest or any tender not in Calgary/ and October 5 and the Westin necessarily accepted. Hotel in Edmonton. Further information is available by Helen Patterson/ CMA contacting Insight Information in Toronto at County Manager (416) 777-1242. County of Lamont No. 30 Lamont, Alberta p * Rebuild, Refocus, Remotivate: An T0B2R0- Update on Health Reform in Alberta is the name of an event taking place on p November 21 and 22 at the Edmonton RETAIN THIS COPY FOR FOLLOW-UP CONSERVEZ CETTE COPIE POUR VOTRE CONTROLE FROM - DE DEPARTMENT - DEPARTEMENT cu i, a TO DATE A A SUBJECT - SUJET //^ t ft* L MESSAGE < js4j&t&4 dfJU &o (st$L*j tf UJ-&J *,/ 0&> $ £t& c^S*^ /$ spot*** >- < 5r USE LOWER PORTION FOR REPLY-PARTIE DU BAS POUR REPONSE REPLY FROM DATE GRAND & TOY L13-99996 REPONSE DE J August 11, 1995 M.D. of Brazeau #77 Box 7777 Drayton Valley, AB Attention: Rola Hogan Dear Sir: Please consider my request to lease the M.D. property described as SE 3 49 7 W5 for agricultural purposes for a five year term. I am requesting the right to cultivate and seed the land. The land will be returned to the M.D. of Brazeau #77 reseeded into the hay crop of their choice with the understanding that the M.D. will provide the hay seed. Yours truly, %)** Warren Peck