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MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

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P 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 THURSDAY, 97 10 09.

CALL TO ORDER Reeve B. Guyon called the meeting to order at 10:00 am.

PRESENT B. Guyon, Reeve M. Schwab, Councillor W. Tweedle, Councillor J. Coombes, Councillor J. Starling, Councillor K. Porter, Municipal Manager K. Robinson, Recording Secretary R. Matthews, Planning, Development & Lands Officer A. Boulter, Secretary, Planning & Development

OTHERS T. Trudeau, Western Review J. Reid, AEUB C. Whitelock, Ratepayer iB| ADDITION TO Addition To and Adoption ofthe Agenda AND ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1246-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to adopt the agenda for the Regular Council Meeting of 97 10 09 with the. • following additions:

5. 10:30 am - Steven & Peggy Tweedle 11.15am- John Mackenzie

9. (c) memo with additional request from the

PI Village of Breton

10. (u) Correspondence from A. Neumeyer

11. - land negotiations is cancelled - computer information added

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY IPl Two ratepayers arrived at the meeting at 10:05 am.

W ADOPTION Adoption of Minutes OF MINUTES 1247-97 Moved by J. Starling to adopt the minutes for the Regular Council Meeting of 97 09 25 with the following amendment.

Motion no. 1241-97 should read "$60.00 per month towards the Reeve's cell phone costs."

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY pi BUSINESS Business Arising ARISING None

Wi EMERGENT Emergent Items M0*® ITEMS None COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -2- 97 10 09

DELEGATIONS/ p APPOINTMENTS Alberta Energy and Utility Board

Jim Reid attended the Council meeting today for the purpose of p addressing questions that Council has with regard to petroleum industry development.

A. Heinrich arrived at the meeting at 10:15 am. pi A lengthy discussion took place regarding the regulations for setback distances, notification to adjacent land owners and m residents ofsourgas facilities andthe regulated process that companies follow prior to approval by AEUB.

C. Bruner and J. Stewart arrived at the meeting at 10:17 am. p J. Reid indicated that Municipal Districtapproval was not required when a notification was received from the petroleum industry. P Mr. Reid recommended that when the Municipality, landowner i or resident receives notification of petroleum industry development and a problem is recognized, the company should be notified to p reconcile the problem and ifnot, the AEUB should be contacted. I J. Mackenzie arrived at the meeting at 10:40 am.

•IP Reeve B. Guyon thanked Mr. Reid for attending the meeting and answering Councils questions.

Mr. Reid left the meeting at 11:00 am.

R. Matthews and A. Boulter left the meeting at 11:00 am.

Request to Build a Fence Across 81St. (Poplar Ridae)

Steven and Peggy Tweedle did not attend the Council Meeting pi today as they had scheduled.

Mr. & Mrs. R. Radowitz arrived at the meeting at 10:50 am p> Ratepayer Concerns

J. McKenzie attended the Councilmeeting today to present an open letter to Council regarding concerns for the Agricultural Service Board. He reported that the ratepayers who signed the letter are concerned with the ineffectiveness of the ASB during the past year.

The letter lists three requests as follows: pi 1) We do not want the ASB to be made up of all Council members. We strongly feel that the structure should include 2 members at large from the farming community.

2) We ask that Council members appointed to the ASB have a proven track record of effectiveness in the agriculture industry as past members of boards and committees. $0&® COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -3- 97 09 10

3) The 1999 Provincial ASB tour will bring recognition to our local area, and will certainly go a long way to establish this area as one where agriculture is an important resource. We expect Council to appoint people who will work tirelessly toward the success, not only of the 1999 Tour but for the betterment of the Agricultural community into the next century.

A. Heinrich reported that he was in support of the letter. He * stated that promises were made and never carried out.

C. Whitelock reported that he was in support of the letter. He spoke about the Farm Family Award and weed spraying.

R. Radowitz supports the ASB and stated that the Board needs the input from the members at large.

J. Stewart reported support for the letter. She asked Councillor Tweedle why A. Neumeyer was resigning from the ASB?

Councillor W. Tweedle stated that Mrs. Neumeyer's letter of resignation will be received in the correspondence section of the agenda. He further stated that Mrs. Neumeyer's letter indicated that she was disappointed with the accomplishments of the ASB over the past year.

Ron Howatt stated that his concern was with the proposed fire bylaw and felt that ratepayers were entitled to the service. He did state that he agreed for a service fee if negligence was involved. • M. Cornelson arrived at the meeting at 11:10 am. r \lt*X Another ratepayer stated that the term "hazardous material" ty^" fe^ n I*" be clarified in the fire bylaw. W \ij$'. p1' iJ- ^ <.x& J. Stewart asked if Councilwas satisfied with the letter from the f fr Fire Chief addressing her concerns? . _«u

C. Bruner reported that when she went out into the community to get signatures on the petition, she found people very willing to sign.

A. Heinrich stated that he had a copy of the costs for councillor expenses and complimented Council for their reduction in costs to the Municipality. He further stated that he still did not feel that the ratepayers were getting the full value for their dollars from one of the Councillors.

C. Whitelock stated that there were abandoned pipelines crossing land without notification to landowners.

Councillor M. Schwab stated that regarding the concern with the honorariums, nobody is getting rich. She stated that if people in her division did not feel that they were getting value for their dollars they could change that at election time. ^00^ COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -4- 9710 09

C. Bruner asked when the proposed fire bylawwill be given first reading?

K. Porter stated that the fire bylaw will be on the agenda for the October 23rd regular Council meeting.

J. Mackenzie stated that he was concerned with a landfill issue with regards to waste coming in from Pigeon Lake,

B. Guyon stated that there will be a Landfill Meeting on November 27,1997 at 7:30 pm. The meeting will be advertised when a location for the meeting is decided.

Reeve B. Guyon thanked the ratepayers for attending and most of the ratepayers left the meeting at 11:30 am.

FINANCE Finance Matters MATTERS Bylaw No. 311-97 Rescinding Bylaw No. 284-96

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted-by D. Welsh, Sr. Accounting Co-ordinator.

1248-96 Moved by W. Tweedle to give Bylaw No. 311 -97 first reading.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1249-97 Moved by J. Starling to give Bylaw No. 311-97 second reading.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

PI 1250-97 Moved by J. Coombes to give unanimous consent to proceed to third reading of Bylaw No. 311-97.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1251-97 Moved by M. Schwab to give Bylaw No. 311-97 p* third and final reading.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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Debenture Borrowing Bylaw No. 312-97

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted by D. Welsh, Sr. Accounting Co-ordinator.

Pi 1252-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to give 1st reading to Bylaw No. 312-97.

IN FAVOUR: B. Guyon M. Schwab J. Starling W. Tweedle

OPPOSED: J. Coombes

CARRIED

T. Fleming arrived at the meeting at 11:40 am.

PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Matters MATTERS Letter of Concern from L. Bogart (tabled from 97 09 25)

Council reviewed the report submitted by T.Fleming, Superintendent of Public Works.

1253-97 Moved by J. Starling that Administration draft a letter to Mr. Bogart to let him know that Council sympathizes with his concern but Council recognizes that Administration has done everything to live up to the contract. Council will monitor the fence through another winter season by viewing the fence within the next two weeks. Ifthe fence is in good condition, they will monitor it periodically into the Spring.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY p 1254-97 Moved by W. Tweedle that Administration draft a release form for fencing to be attached to the backslope agreement and signed by the landowner upon completion of the fencing work.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADJOURN Adjournment for Lunch FOR LUNCH 1255-97 Moved by J. Coombes that the Regular Council Meeting of 97 10 09 adjourn for lunch at 12:05 pm.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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CALL TO Reeve B. Guyon called the meeting to order at 1:15 pm. ORDER

Pi PRESENT Present

B. Guyon, Reeve M. Schwab, Councillor W. Tweedle, Councillor J. Coombes, Councillor J. Starling, Councillor K. Porter, Municipal Manager K. Robinson, Recording Secretary R. Matthews, Planning, Development & Lands Officer

OTHERS T. Trudeau, Western Review

PLANNING, Planning. Development and Land Matters DEVELOPMENT JB AND LAND Bid Received on Municipal Owned Lands Within the Hamlet MATTERS of Cynthia

Council reviewed the report and recommendation as presented by R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer.

1256-97 Moved by M. Schwab to approve tendering the municipal owned lots in the Hamlet of Cynthia as follows: Lot 10, Block 9, Plan 1989 KS and Lot 11, Block 9, Plan 1989 KS. iS

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

pi Enforcement of Sewage Run-off

Council reviewed the report and recommendation as presented by R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer.

1257-97 Moved by W. Tweedle that Administration draft a letter to the Ministers of Health and Environmental Protection, with a copy to Tom Thurber, MLAto advise them of the problems and short comings the Municipality is experiencing with regarding to the enforcement of sewage run-off.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Administration was also directed to draft a letter to the concerned ratepayers who are experiencing the problems regarding sewage.

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Contract Proposal by Lovatt Planning Consultants Preparation and Adoption of Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bvlaw pursuant to the Provisions as set out in the Municipal Government Act

Council reviewed the report and recommendation as presented by " R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer.

1258-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to proceed with the development of a Municipal Development Plan with Lovatt Planning Consultants, as per the proposal presented.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

R. Matthews left the meeting at 1:45 pm.

GENERAL General Matters MATTERS Bvlaw No. 310-97 - Animal Control Bylaw

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted.

1259-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to give Bylaw No. 310-97 third and final reading.

IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle M. Schwab B. Guyon J. Starling

" OPPOSED: J. Coombes

10 Year Commemorative Pin Logo

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted.

1260-97 Moved by M. Schwab design diagram E (pg 41) from Snowberry Ridge Graphics be amended to reflect a sunset on the horizon instead of mountains, add a man and woman working the field and ifspace permits - some grain sheaves, and add a canoe on one of the rivers. The new sketch of the pin is to be forwarded to the Juniper Emblems (the pin makers) for cost estimate.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Municipal Library Board

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted. 1261-97 Moved by J. Coombes to give Bylaw No. 313-97 ntVT^D first reading. \\HkW*

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A. Meier arrived at the meeting at 2:25 pm.

1262-97 Moved byJ. Starling to give Bylaw No. 313-97 second reading.

PI IN FAVOUR: J. Starling J. Coombes M. Schwab B. Guyon

OPPOSED: W. Tweedle

Computers-Network Server

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted.

1263-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to approve the purchase of a network serverfrom Contingency to a maximum of $7,000.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

T. Trudeau and A. Heinrich left the meeting at 2:35 pm.

R. Matthews and T. Flemingarrived at the meeting at 2:35 pm.

IN CAMERA 1264-97 Moved byJ. Starling thatthe Regular Council SESSION Meeting of 97 10 09 proceed 'In-Camera' at m 2:35 pm for the purpose of discussing the following:

- manhole and sewer line matter - annexation - union negotiations - computer information - campground agreement

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1265-97 Moved by M. Schwab that the Regular Council Meeting of 97 10 09 come out of In-Camera' at 6:00 pm.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1266-97 Moved by J. Starling approve $2000.00 to Alberta Parks Management for materials to install power and water for up to 15 additional campsites at Willey West Park and to grant an extension to the contract for 5 years, subject to applicable permits being obtained from the province.

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1267-97 Moved by W. Tweedle that Administration explore the cost of extending a sewer line at Eastview Heights across the Ring Road and acquiring easements where needed.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1268-97 Moved by M. Schwab to give written notification to terminate the contract with Harrison Muirhead Computer Systems priorto October 31,1997 as well, pj written notification to terminate the contract forbreach of terms and conditions is to be done simultaneously, prior to October 31,1997.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ITEMS FOR Correspondence/Items for Information INFORMATION a) Correspondence dated Sept 22/97 from Alberta Municipal Affairsregarding the Airport Vicinity Protection Area Regulation.

b) Correspondence dated Sept 22/97 from Alberta Municipal Affairs regarding the FourthAnnual Physician Recruitment Fairs.

c) Correspondence dated Sept 4/97 from the House of Commons regarding ways to strengthen and to unifyour Canadian federation.

d) Correspondence from LM Media Marketing Services Ltd. regarding a video entitled "Diaryof a River Battle"

1269-97 Moved by J. Coombes that Administration request p^ • three copies of the video: one for the municipality and two for distribution to the libraries.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

e) Correspondence dated Sept 25/97 from the Drayton Valley Fire Department regarding the ratepayer concerns discussed at the Sept 11/97 Council Meeting.

f) Correspondence dated Sept 16/97 from the Crossroads Regional Health Authorityaddressing concerns raised by Mr. John Jackie.

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g) Correspondence dated Sept 11/97from the Alberta Society of Engineering Technologists regarding National Science & Technology Week - Oct. 17-26/97.

1270-97 Moved by J. Coombes to receive the correspondence as information.

IN FAVOUR: J. Coombes

OPPOSED: M. Schwab J. Starling W. Tweedle J. Starling

DEFEATED

1271-97 Moved by M. Schwab to approve support of National Science &Technology Week as per the submitted proclamation. ipi IL IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle J. Starling rM.Schwab B. Guyon

OPPOSED: J. Coombes I CARRIED p h) "Confluence" newsletter from the Canadian Heritage Rivers System Program.

I) Breton &District Chamber of Commerce Meeting of P Sept4/97.

j) Minutes ofthe Regular Municipal Planning Commission m Meeting of Sept 11/97.

- k) Minutesof the Drayton Valley/Brazeau Economic Development Meeting of Sept 16/97. fft> j I) Correspondence dated Sept 17/97 from the AAMD&C regarding AT&U Regulatory Review on Commercial Vehicle r Inspection Regulation and commercial Vehicle Equipment and Safety Regulation.

m) Correspondence dated Sept 17/97 from the AAMD&C p regarding the Growth Summit Submission.

n) Correspondence dated Sept 24/97 from the AAMD&C regarding their Audited Financial Statements. r 1272-97 Moved by J. Coombes that Administration draft a letter to the AAMD &C requesting the Executive Director's salary. «#>astf^ CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ip^> COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -11- 97 10 09

o) "Contact" Newsletter dated Sept 17/97. §p> p) "Contact" Newstetter dated Sept 24/97.

q) Memorandum dated Sept 24/97 from the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Policy Secretariat.

r) Alberta MunicipalAffairsAnnual Report (available at Admin, office)

s) Crossroads Regional Health AuthorityPress Release

t) Notifications of Petroleum Industry Activities Received by M.D. office.

1273-97 Moved by M. Schwab that Administration draft a letter to Allied Land Services informing them that the municipality does not approve the development, and must only be notified that development is taking place.

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u) Correspondence received from A. Neumeyer regarding the Agricultural Service Board.

1274-97 Moved by W. Tweedle that Administration draft a letter to A. Neumeyer thanking her for the two years of service she gave to the Agricultural Service Board and that Council is sorry to hear of her wishes to resign.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY pt 1275-97 Moved by M. Schwab to receive the correspondence for information with the exception of items (d), (g), (n), (t) and (u).

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY p COUNCILLORS Councillors Reports REPORTS Councillor W. Tweedle reported that he attended: - Breton Chamber of Commerce meeting - Economic Development Breakfast - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson - Grader Operators meeting - Landfill contract review meeting

Councillor J. Starling reported that he attended: - a meeting with R. Matthews, E. Urchyshyn and L. Davis - Landfill contract review meeting - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson -a meeting with B. Guyon regarding the oil lease rental review --"t^'V - Municipal Planning Commission meeting *"*>SS^ -Family/School Liaison meeting \^J$^ - Grader operators meeting \r p> COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -12- 9710 09

Councillor M. Schwab reported that she attended: - Economic Development Breakfast - presented 60th Anniversary plaque to the Sullivan's from the MD - Breton Council meeting with Kelly Starling - reminded Council of the Agriculture Minister's visit on Oct. 28th. - reminded Council of the Economic Development Banquet at the Rec Plex Nov. 1,1997 at 6:30 pm - thanked J. Starling for attending the Family/School Liaison meeting in her absence. - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson - Grader Operators meeting - Landfill contract review meeting

Councillor J. Coombes reported that he attended: - West Central Airshed Meeting in Edson - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson - Grader Operators meeting - Landfill contract review meeting

Reeve B. Guyon reported that he attended: - a meeting with ratepayers in Cynthia - a meeting with R. Matthews and J. Starling regarding oil lease rental review - Reminded Council of the Landfill meeting Nov. 27,1997. - Grader Operators meeting - Landfill contract review meeting

MEETING Meeting Dates DATES Oct. 17, 20 or 29th - possible dates to meet with the Town of Drayton Valley for the purpose of discussing the shortage of doctors and the waterline.

ADJOURNMENT Adjournment

1276-97 • Moved by J. Starling to adjourn the Regular Council meeting of 97 10 09 at 6:50 pm.

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W> Reeve

Municipal Manager # x*^ MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77

REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING

AGENDA

DATE: 97 10 23 TIME: 10:00 AM PLACE: M.D. ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS SBl

Page Nos. Call to Order

Present

1. Addition to and Adoption of the Agenda.

2. Adoption of the Minutes of the Regular Council Meeting of 9710 22.

3. Adoption of the Minutes of the Special Council Meeting of 97 09 24.

4. Business arising from the 97 10 09 Regular Council Meeting and the 97 09 24 Special Council Meeting. 5. Emergent Items

6. DELEGATIONS/APPOINTMENTS

10:00 am Voice of Drayton Valley Long Term Care - Jean Stewart

11:00 am Ratepayer Concerns

7. 10:15 am FINANCE MATTERS

1-2 a) Cash Statement and InvestmentSummary for September, 1997.

- Reports attached

3-4 b) Terms of Tax Recovery Sale and Reserve Bids

- Report and recommendation attached. Si

8. 1:00 pm PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND MATTERS

5-7 a) Bid Received on Municipal Owned Lands within Hamlet of Cynthia

- Report and recommendation attached

8-9 b) Countyof Leduc Municipal Plan Review

- Report and recommendation attached COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA -2- 9710 23

10-30 c) Town of Drayton Valley Proposed Intermunicipal Development Plan

- Report and recommendation attached

31-34 d) Request for Shared Fence Maintenance Pt. ofNW10-49-7-W5M ipj - Report and recommendation attached

9. GENERAL MATTERS

35 a) Correspondence from Mr. Lloyd Ellis regarding concerns with Twp. Rd. 484 between Funnell Road and Hwy. 20.

- correspondence attached

36 b) Correspondence from the Breton Municipal Library

- correspondence attached

37 c) Request for Access Road - Thorall Peck

- correspondence attached

38 d) Request from the Teens In Action Youth Club

- correspondence attached

39-40 e) Transfer Stations and Waste Management Contract

- Correspondence attached

10. CORRESPONDENCE/ITEMS FOR INFORMATION

41-42 a) Correspondence dated October 1/97 from the Minister of Transportation and Utilities regarding rest area facilities.

43-44 b) Correspondence dated October I/97 from the House of Commons regarding Canada's national unity.

45-46 c) Notice regarding meeting dates for the Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund. pi

47 d) Throne Speech to open the 36th Parliament of Canada - available from Administration.

48-50 e) Correspondence dated October 8,1997 from the AAMD &C regarding the results of the Survey on Assessment of Golf Courses. COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA -3- 97 10 23

51 f) Correspondencedated September 24,1997 from the AAMD &C regarding the Final Recommendations of the Ground Ambulance Services Task Force.

52 g) Correspondence dated October1,1997from the AAMD &C regarding the Ambulance Attendants Registration Requirements.

53 h) Correspondence dated October1,1997from the AAMD &C regarding the WCB Reduction in Employer Premiums.

54-55 I) Executive Meeting Highlights from the AAMD &C dated September 25,1997.

56-57 j) Contact newsletter from the AAMD &C dated October 8,1997.

58-59 k) Contact newsletter from the AAMD &C dated October 1,1997.

60-63 I) Drayton Valley Regional Landfill Authority meeting minutes of August 12,1997.

64-66 m) Drayton Valley Regional Landfill Authority meeting minutes of September 23,1997.

67-76 n) Crossroads Regional Health Authority meeting minutes of September 4,1997.

77 o) Highlights of the September 17,1997 Wild Rose School Board meeting.

78-81 p) Municipal Planning Committee meeting minutes of September 25,1997.

82-85 q) Agricultural Service Board meeting minutes of September 9,1997.

86 r) Notifications of Petroleum industry Activities received by the M. D. Office as at October 16,1997.

11. COUNCILLORS REPORTS

12. QUESTION PERIOD FOR MEDIA

13. IN CAMERA SESSION

- water and sewer main line extension - 50th Street - Labour negotiations - Annexation - Pipeline Issue

W\ 14. MEETING DATES

15. ADJOURNMENT MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77, HELD INTHE M.D. ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN DRAYTON VALLEY ON THURSDAY, 97 10 09.

CALL TO ORDER Reeve B. Guyon called the meeting to orderat 10:00 am. r PRESENT B. Guyon, Reeve M. Schwab, Councillor W. Tweedle, Councillor

OTHERS T. Trudeau, Western Review J. Reid, AEUB C. Whitelock, Ratepayer

ADDITION TO Addition To and Adoption of the Agenda AND ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA 1246-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to adopt the agenda for the Regular Council Meeting of 97 10 09 with the. • following additions:

5. 10:30 am - Steven &Peggy Tweedle 11.15 am - John Mackenzie

9. (c) memo with additional request from the ip^ Village of Breton

10. (u) Correspondence from A. Neumeyer

11. - land negotiations is cancelled - computer information added

CARRIEDUNANIMOUSLY r Two ratepayers arrived at the meeting at 10:05 am.

ADOPTION Adoption of Minutes OF MINUTES 1247-97 Moved by J. Starling to adopt the minutes for the Regular Council Meeting of 97 09 25 with the following amendment.

Motion no. 1241-97 should read "$60.00 per month towards the Reeve's cell phone costs."

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BUSINESS Business Arising ARISING None

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DELEGATIONS/ APPOINTMENTS AlbertaEnergyand Utility Board

Jim Reid attended the Council meeting today for the purpose of addressingquestions thatCouncil has with regard to petroleum industry development. 1 A. Heinrich arrived at the meetingat 10:15 am.

A lengthy discussion took place regarding the regulations for setback distances, notification to adjacent land owners and residents of sour gas facilities and the regulated process that companies follow priorto approval by AEUB.

C. Bruner and J. Stewart arrived at the meeting at 10:17 am.

J. Reid indicated that Municipal District approval was not required when a notificationwas received from the petroleum industry.

Mr. Reid recommended that when the Municipality, landowner or resident receives notification of petroleum industry development and a problem is recognized, the company should be notified to reconcile the problem and ifnot, the AEUBshould be contacted.

J. Mackenzie arrived at the meeting at 10:40 am.

Reeve B. Guyon thanked Mr. Reid for attending the meeting and answering Councils questions. 1

Mr. Reid left the meeting at 11:00 am.

R. Matthews and A. Boulter left the meeting at 11:00 am. Request to Build a Fence Across 81St. (Poplar Ridge) 1 Steven and Peggy Tweedle did not attend the Council Meeting today as they had scheduled.

Mr. & Mrs. R. Radowitz arrived at the meeting at 10:50 am

Ratepayer Concerns 1 J. McKenzie attended the Council meeting today topresent an ^ open letter to Council regarding concerns for the Agricultural | Service Board. He reported that the ratepayers who signed the 1 letter are concerned with the ineffectiveness of the ASB during the past year. "*

The letter lists three requests as follows:

1) We do not want the ASB to be made up of all Council members. We strongly feel that the structure should include 2 members at large from the farming community.

2) We ask that Council members appointed to the ASB have a proven track record of effectiveness in the agriculture industry as past members of boards and committees. COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -3- 97 09 10

3) The 1999 Provincial ASB tourwill bring recognition to our localarea, and will certainly go a long way to establish this area as one where agriculture is an important resource. We expect Councilto appoint people who will work tirelessly toward the success, not onlyofthe 1999 Tour but for the betterment of the Agricultural community into the next century.

A. Heinrich reported that he was in support of the letter. He stated that promises were made and never carried out.

C. Whitelockreported that he was in support of the letter. He spoke about the Farm Family Award and weed spraying.

R. Radowitz supports the ASB and stated that the Board needs the inputfromthe members at large.

J. Stewart reported support for the letter. She asked Councillor Tweedle whyA. Neumeyerwas resigning from the ASB?

CouncillorW. Tweedle stated that Mrs. Neumeyer's letter of resignation will be received inthe correspondence section of the agenda. He further stated that Mrs. Neumeyer's letter indicated that she was disappointed with the accomplishments of the ASB over the past year.

Ron Howattstated that his concern was with the proposed fire bylaw and felt that ratepayers were entitled to the service. He did state that he agreed for a service fee ifnegligence was involved.

'ipj M. Cornelson arrived at the meeting at 11:10 am.

Another ratepayer stated that the term "hazardous material" be clarified in the fire bylaw.

J. Stewart asked if Council was satisfied with the letter from the Fire Chief addressing her concerns?

C. Bruner reported that when she went out into the community r to get signatures on the petition,she found people very willing to sign.

A. Heinrich stated that he had a copy of the costs for councillor expenses and complimented Council for their reduction in costs to the Municipality. He further stated that he still did not feel that the ratepayers were getting the fullvalue for their dollars from one of the Councillors.

C. Whitelock stated that there were abandoned pipelines crossing land without notification to landowners.

Councillor M.Schwab stated that regarding the concern with the honorariums, nobody is getting rich. She stated that ifpeople in her division did not feel that they were getting value for their dollars they could change that at election time. ViW^t0 COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -4- 9710 09

C. Brunerasked when the proposedfire bylaw will be givenfirst reading?

K. Porter stated that the fire bylaw will be on the agenda for the ^SrffiV October 23rd regular Council meeting.

J. Mackenzie stated that he was concerned with a landfill issue with regards to waste coming in from Pigeon Lake,

B. Guyon stated that there will be a LandfillMeeting on November 27,1997 at 7:30 pm. The meeting will be advertised when a location for the meeting is decided.

Reeve B. Guyon thanked the ratepayers for attending and most of the ratepayers left the meeting at 11:30 am.

FINANCE Finance Matters MATTERS Bylaw No. 311-97 Rescinding Bylaw No. 284-96

Council reviewed the report and recommendationsubmitted-by D. Welsh, Sr. Accounting Co-ordinator.

1248-96 Moved by W. Tweedle to give BylawNo. 311-97 first reading.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1249-97 Moved by J. Starling to give Bylaw No. 311-97 1 second reading.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1250-97 Moved by J. Coombes to give unanimous consent to proceed to third reading of BylawNo. 311-97.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1251-97 Moved by M. Schwab to give Bylaw No. 311-97 third and final reading.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -5- 97 10 09

Debenture Borrowing Bvlaw No. 312-97

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted by D. Welsh, Sr. Accounting Co-ordinator.

1252-97 Moved by W. Tweedleto give 1st reading to Bylaw No. 312-97.

IN FAVOUR: B. Guyon M. Schwab J. Starling W. Tweedle

OPPOSED: J. Coombes

CARRIED

T. Fleming arrived at the meeting at 11:40 am.

'P& PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Matters MATTERS Letter of Concern from L. Bogart (tabled from 97 09 25)

Council reviewed the report submitted by T.Fleming, Superintendent of Public Works.

1253-97 Moved by J. Starlingthat Administration draft a letter to Mr. Bogart to let him know that Council sympathizes withhis concern but Council recognizes that Administration has done everything to live up to the contract. Council will monitor the fence through another winterseason by viewing the fence within the next two weeks. Ifthe fence is in good condition, they will monitorit periodically into the Spring.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1254-97 Moved by W. Tweedle that Administration draft a release form for fencing to be attached to the backslope agreement and signed by the landowner upon completion of the fencing work.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADJOURN Adjournment for Lunch FOR LUNCH 1255-97 Moved by J. Coombes that the Regular Council Meeting of 97 10 09 adjourn for lunch at 12:05 pm.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY ipr

#'0tf® COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 9710 09

CALL TO Reeve B. Guyoncalled the meeting to order at 1:15 pm. ORDER

PRESENT Present

B. Guyon, Reeve M. Schwab, Councillor r^# W. Tweedle, Councillor J. Coombes, Councillor J. Starling, Councillor K. Porter, Municipal Manager K. Robinson, Recording Secretary R. Matthews, Planning, Development &Lands Officer

OTHERS T. Trudeau, Western Review

PLANNING, Planning. Development and Land Matters DEVELOPMENT AND LAND Bid Received on Municipal Owned Lands Within the Hamlet MATTERS of Cynthia

Councilreviewedthe reportand recommendation as presented by R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer.

1256-97 Moved by M. Schwab to approve tendering the municipal owned lots inthe Hamletof Cynthia as follows: Lot 10, Block 9, Plan 1989 KS and Lot 11, 1 Block 9, Plan 1989 KS.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Enforcement of Sewage Run-off

Councilreviewed the report and recommendation as presented by R. Matthews, Planning, Developmentand Lands Officer.

1257-97 Moved by W. Tweedle that Administrationdraft a letter to the Ministers of Health and Environmental Protection, with a copy to Tom Thurber, MLA to advise them of the problems and short comings the 1 Municipality is experiencing with regarding to the

enforcement of sewage run-off. Qti$,

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Administration was also directed to draft a letter to the concerned ratepayers who are experiencing the problems regarding sewage.

WSS&& COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -7- 9710 09

Contract Proposal by LovattPlanningConsultants Preparation and Adoption of Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bvlaw pursuant to the Provisions as set out in the Municipal Government Act

Council reviewed the report and recommendation as presented by R. Matthews, Planning, Development and Lands Officer.

1258-97 Moved byW. Tweedle to proceed with the development of a Municipal DevelopmentPlan with Lovatt Planning Consultants, as per the proposal presented.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

R. Matthews leftthe meeting at 1:45 pm.

GENERAL General Matters MATTERS 'St Bvlaw No. 310-97 - Animal Control Bylaw

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted.

1259-97 Moved by W. Tweedle to give Bylaw No. 310-97 third and final reading.

IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle M. Schwab B. Guyon J. Starling

OPPOSED: J. Coombes

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

10 Year Commemorative Pin Logo

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted.

1260-97 Moved by M. Schwab design diagram E (pg 41) 'it* from Snowberry Ridge Graphics be amended to reflect a sunset on the horizon instead of mountains, add a man and woman working the field and ifspace permits - some grain sheaves, and add a canoe on one of the rivers. The new sketch of the pin is to be forwarded to the Juniper Emblems (the pin makers) for cost estimate.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Municipal Library Board

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted. 1261-97 Moved by J. Coombes to give Bylaw No. 313-97 f\r>"T?\) first reading. \#5>^U°"' * CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY COUNCILMEETING MINUTES -8- 97 10 09 A. Meier arrived at the meeting at 2:25 pm. 1262-97 Moved by J. Starling togive Bylaw No. 313-97 second reading.

IN FAVOUR: J. Starling J. Coombes M. Schwab B. Guyon

OPPOSED: W. Tweedle

Computers-Network Server

Council reviewed the report and recommendation submitted.

1263-97 Moved byW. Tweedle to approve the purchase of

a network server from Contingency to a maximum rt!% of $7,000.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

T. Trudeau and A. Heinrich left the meeting at 2:35 pm.

R. Matthews and T. Fleming arrived at the meeting at 2:35 pm. cSli^ IN CAMERA 1264-97 Moved byJ. Starling thatthe Regular Council SESSION Meeting of97 10 09 proceed 'In-Camera' at 2:35 pm for the purpose of discussing the following:

- manhole and sewer line matter - annexation - union negotiations - computer information - campground agreement CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1

1265-97 Moved by M. Schwab that the Regular Council Meeting of 97 10 09 come out of In-Camera' at 6:00 pm.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1266-97 Moved by J. Starling approve $2000.00 to Alberta Parks Management for materials to install power and water for up to 15 additional campsites at Willey West Park and to grant an extension to the contract for 5 years, subject to applicable permits being obtained from the province.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY >$#**& r

COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -9- 97 10 09

1267-97 Moved byW. Tweedle thatAdministration explore r the cost of extending a sewer line at Eastview Heights across the Ring Road and acquiring P easements where needed.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

1268-97 Moved by M. Schwab to give written notification to - terminate the contract with Harrison Muirhead Computer Systems priorto October 31,1997 as well, p written notification to terminate the contract for breach of terms and conditions is to be done simultaneously, prior to October 31,1997. F CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ITEMS FOR Correspondence/items for Information INFORMATION a) Correspondence dated Sept 22/97 from Alberta Municipal Affairs regardingthe Airport Vicinity Protection Area Regulation.

b) Correspondence dated Sept 22/97from Alberta Municipal Affairs regarding the Fourth Annual Physician Recruitment Fairs.

c) Correspondence dated Sept 4/97 fromthe House of Commons regardingways to strengthen and to unifyour Canadian federation.

d) Correspondence from LM Media Marketing Services Ltd. regarding a video entitled "Diary of a River Battle"

1269-97 . Moved by J. Coombes that Administration request three copies of the video: one for the municipality and two for distribution to the libraries.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

e) Correspondence dated Sept 25/97 from the Drayton Valley Fire Department regarding the ratepayer concerns discussed at the Sept 11/97 CouncilMeeting.

f) Correspondence dated Sept 16/97fromthe Crossroads Regional Health Authority addressing concerns raised by Mr. John Jackie.

*** COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -10- 9710 09 g) Correspondence dated Sept11/97 from theAlberta Society ofEngineering Technologists regarding National Science& TechnologyWeek - Oct. 17-26/97.

1270-97 Moved byJ. Coombesto receivethe correspondence as information. 1

IN FAVOUR: J. Coombes

OPPOSED: M. Schwab J. Starling W. Tweedle i*» J. Starling j

DEFEATED 1271-97 Moved by M. Schwab to approve support of National j Science &TechnologyWeek as per the submitted proclamation. «~ IN FAVOUR: W. Tweedle ' J. Starling M. Schwab ^ B. Guyon \ OPPOSED: J. Coombes ^ CARRIED 3 h) "Confluence" newsletter from the Canadian Heritage Rivers ^t System Program. I

I) Breton &District Chamber of Commerce Meeting of Sept 4/97. j) Minutes ofthe Regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of Sept 11/97. k) Minutes ofthe Drayton Valley/Brazeau Economic Development Meeting of Sept 16/97.

I) Correspondence dated Sept 17/97 fromthe AAMD&C regarding AT&U Regulatory Review on Commercial Vehicle Inspection Regulation and commercial Vehicle Equipment "^ and Safety Regulation. j m) Correspondence dated Sept 17/97 from the AAMD&C regarding the Growth Summit Submission. j n) Correspondence dated Sept 24/97 from the AAMD&C regarding their Audited Financial Statements. ^

1272-97 Moved by J. Coombes that Administration draft a I letter to the AAMD &C requesting the Executive Director's salary. #$>m^ CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 1 S)

p? COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -11- 9710 09

o) "Contact" Newsletter datedSept 17/97.

p) "Contact" Newsletter dated Sept 24/97.

q) Memorandum dated Sept 24/97 from the Alberta Gaming and LiquorPolicySecretariat.

r) Alberta Municipal Affairs Annual Report (available at Admin, office)

s) Crossroads RegionalHealth Authority Press Release IS t) Notifications of PetroleumIndustry Activities Received by M.D. office.

1273-97 Moved by M.Schwab that Administrationdraft a letter to Allied Land Services informingthem that the municipality does not approve the development, and pp must only be notified thatdevelopment is taking place.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY f u) Correspondence received from A. Neumeyer regarding the Agricultural Service Board. | 1274-97 Moved by W Tweedle that Administration draft a * letter to A. Neumeyer thanking her for the two years of service she gave to the Agricultural Service Board p and that Council is sorry to hear of her wishes to resign.

^ CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY I 1275-97 Moved by M. Schwab to receive the correspondence for informationwiththe exception of items (d), (g), (n), p '•' (t) and (u). E CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY F COUNCILLORS Councillors Reports REPORTS Councillor W. Tweedle reported that he attended: pt - Breton Chamber of Commerce meeting - Economic Development Breakfast - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson - Grader Operators meeting F - Landfill contract review meeting

Councillor J. Starling reported that he attended: ps - a meeting with R. Matthews, E. Urchyshyn and L. Davis - Landfill contract review meeting ^ - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson -ameeting with B. Guyon regarding the oil lease rental review -*"t^)^ r-Municipal Planning Commission meeting ^(\V \ - Family/School Liaison meeting ^ - Grader operators meeting # COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES -12- 9710 09

Councillor M. Schwab reported that she attended: - Economic Development Breakfast - presented 60th Anniversary plaque to the Sullivan's from the MD - Breton Councilmeeting with Kelly Starling - reminded Councilof the Agriculture Minister's visiton Oct. 28th. - reminded Council ofthe Economic Development Banquet at the Rec Plex Nov. 1,1997 at 6:30 pm - thanked J. Starlingfor attendingthe Family/School Liaison meeting in her absence. - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson - Grader Operators meeting - Landfill contract review meeting

Councillor J. Coombes reported that he attended: - West Central Airshed Meeting in Edson - Fire bylaw meeting with Sheldon Fuson - Grader Operators meeting - Landfill contract review meeting

Reeve B. Guyon reported that he attended: - a meeting with ratepayers in Cynthia - a meeting with R. Matthews and J. Starling regarding oil lease rental review - Reminded Council of the Landfill meeting Nov. 27,1997. - Grader Operators meeting - Landfillcontract review meeting

MEETING Meeting Dates DATES Oct. 17, 20 or 29th - possible dates to meet with the Town of Drayton Valley for the purpose of discussing the shortage of doctors and the waterline.

ADJOURNMENT Adjournment

1276-97 • Moved by J. Starling to adjourn the Regular Council meeting of 9710 09 at 6:50 pm.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Reeve

Municipal Manager ^&>&$&>

ffsra Action Status Report Required action arising from Council Meetings:

Action Outcome r 1) 5 YearOperating &CapitalPlan In progress 2) Vogel Pipeline Issue letter sent to lawyer F1 3) Census Information tabled till February/98 4) 10 year commemorative pin/and possible designs for logo on pin s Design forwarded to artist & pin maker

(_ 5) Finalize Bylaw#311-97 Completed 6) Finalize Bylaw#312-97 1st reading and advertise - Deb- completed 7) Finalize Bylaw#310-97 Completed 8) CorrectMinutes of 97-09-25 mtg Completed M 9) Letterto L. Bogart Terry- completed t 10) Sample landowner release form for fencing forthebackslope agreement Terry Av 11) Tender of Mun.owned lands in Rita Cynthia

spf 12) Letter the Health & Environment Ministers and cc: Tom Thurber re sewage runoff Rita

13) Letterto concerned ratepayers re: Rita * sewage runoff 14) Send copy of draftfireservices bylaw to ratepayers-J.Stewart, C. Bruner, Is\ Mrs. Henry Nixon &D.Armstrong

^ 15) Municipal Library Board BylawNo. 313-97 1st & 2nd reading

PI 16) Letter to Alberta Parks Management Completed 1 17) Explore the cost of extending a sewer line Terry at Eastview Heightsacross the Ring Road and acquiring easements where needed

I 18) Letter to Harrison Muirhead Deb 19) Order video "Dairy of a River Battle" Completed r 20) National Technology Week Advertise proclamation-completed 21) Letter to AAMD&C re: Executive Completed Director's salary L 22) Letter to Allied Land Services to inform Rita them that the municipality does not approvethe development, and must only be notified thatdevelopment is taking place

23) Letter to A. Neumeyer Completed 24) Redo contract withAB Parks Mgmt. Terry 25) Town of Drayton Valley - to receive a map of planning areas Letter sent - waiting for map M.D. OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 pi CASH STATEMENT SEPTEMBER 30, 1997 pn Balance Forward $ (847,031.81)

Add: Deposits $10,746,860.07 Interest - General Account 691.63 - Tax Sale Surplus 9.97 10,747,561.67

Less: Accounts Payable 3,666,547.21 Payroll Transfers 94,267.82 School Requisition 2.533.231.38 6,294,046.41

Adjusted General Ledger Balance S3.606.483.45

Balance per bank Statement - General 5,082,935.87 - Tax Surplus 3.634.05 5,086,569.92

Add: Petty Cash 300.00 Cash Float 150.00 O/S deposit 34,691.61 Bank Error 25.00 35,166.61 r Less: O/S Payables 1,471,921.54 O/S Payroll 43.331.54 1,515,253.08 r Adjusted Cash Balance S3.606.483.45 f ^J T II r^l 1 ^

MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 INVESTMENT SUMMARY - SEPTEMBER

CERTIFICATE DATE OF DATE OF INTEREST AMOUNT TYPE INSTITUTION DEPOSIT MATURITY RATE

32540 03JUN97 20 OCT 97 3.30 1,086,349.00 Promissary Note RBC Dominion Securities

P6270 24 SEPT 97 23 OCT 97 3.53 1,495,950.00 Short Term Note RBC Dominion Securities

0712 20JUN97 06 MAR 98 3.64 999,190.50 CanadiaBond T.D. Evergreen

V3784 05JUN96 26 MAY 98 6.01 891,200.00 Strip Bond RBC Dominion Securities

V3785 05JUN96 26 MAY 98 6.01 75,511.38 Strip Bond RBC Dominion Securities

0178 12 DEC 95 14 DEC 98 6.60 3,000.00 Term Deposit T. Branch

0139 15 FEB 94 15 FEB 99 4.25 530.00 Term Deposit T. Branch

TOTAL 4,551,730.88 pi 3

TAXATION CLERK'S REPORT TO COUNCIL

REPORT NO.: TC-97-08

DATE: 97/10/15

SUBJECT: Terms ofTax Recovery Saleand Reserve Bids

RECOMMENDATION: That Council set the terms ofthe tax recovery sale and establish the reserve bids on each property.

W\ REPORT: The terms ofthe sale shouldbe cash or certified cheque. Additional charge for GSTwill be added to thebid where applicable. The

PI recommended values are summarized below.

1997 Tax Sale

1. SW20-50-8W5M 154.19 ac Roll#001848 Recommended Reserve $55,550.00 1968 Mobile Home, Shop & Garage - Treed land 1997 Taxes $712.60

PI 2. NW35-49-9W5M 39.6 ac Roll#002592 Recommended Reserve $24,960.00 1980 Cottage 1997 Taxes $320.19

3. NW19-47-7W5M 110.8 ac Roll#826800 p Recommended Reserve $26,350.00 Farmland 1997 Taxes $25.15

4. Lot 7 Block 12 Plan 3504 KS (Lodgepole) Roll#002038 pi| Recommended Reserve $1,970.00 Vacant Lot 1997 Taxes $25.27

5. Lot B Block 17 Plan 1989 KS (Cynthia) Roll#003238 Recommended Reserve $2,040.00 Vacant Lot 1997 Taxes $26.17 Water Local Improvement (2012) $293.38

w\ * 6. Lot 7 Block 2 Plan 1364 KS (Buck Creek) Roll#960106 Recommended Reserve $18,510.00 1952 House 1997 Taxes $237.45 Sewer Local Improvement (2004) $121.00 Sewer Maintenance Tax $ 122.00

7. Lot 8 Block 2 Plan 1364 KS (Buck Creek) Roll#960107 Recommended Reserve $1,820.00 Vacant Lot 1997 Taxes $23.34 Sewer Local Improvement (2004) $121.00

8. Unit 150 Plan 882 0814 (Birchwood) Roll#006281 Recommended Reserve $2,400.00 Vacant Lot p 1997 Taxes $30.78 Sewer Local Improvement (2006) $55.75

9. Unit 157 Plan 882 0814 (Birchwood) Roll#006288 Recommended Reserve $2,420.00 Vacant Lot 1997 Taxes $31.04 Sewer Local Improvement (2006) $55.75

10. Unit 158 Plan 882 0814 (Birchwood) Roll#006289 Recommended Reserve $2,360.00 Vacant Lot 1997 Taxes $30.27 Sewer Local Improvement (2006) $55.75

Si 11. Unit 159 Plan 882 0814 (Birchwood) Roll#006290 Recommended Reserve $1,250.00 Limited Building Area 1997 Taxes $16.04 Sewer Local Improvement (2006) $55.75

Pi jpl 5 PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER p> REPORT TO COUNCIL

REPORT NO.: DO-107-97

DATE PREPARED: OCTOBER 14,1997 DATE TO COUNCIL: OCTOBER 23,1997

SUBJECT: BID RECEIVED ON MUNICIPAL OWNED LANDS WITHIN HAMLEt OF CYNTHIA 1ST CHOICE - LOT 10, BLOCK 9, PLAN 1989 K.S. 2ND CHOICE - LOT 11, BLOCK 9, PLAN 1989 K.S.

RECOMMENDATION: Subject to no higher tenders being submitted to the Municipality in response tothetendering ofthese lands, Mr. Tilleman's bid of $720.00 for Lot 10, Block 9, Plan 1989 K.S. is to be accepted.

REPORT: In accordance with previous practice, at its October 9th, 1997 meeting, Council was presented with a bid from Mr. Tilleman for purchase ofa lot within the Hamlet of Cynthia. The Planning, Development and Land Officer wasdirected to advertise the subject lands for tender to invite further bids. As of the date of this Report, no othertenders have been received. The closing for tenders has been set for October 22nd, 1997. Council will beadvised ofany other tenders that may have been received from the date of this Report to the closing date for tenders at its meeting on October 23rd, 1997.

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Dwayne Tilleman 518-12th Street SW Medicine Hat Alberta T1A 4V1

22-9-97

Dear Mrs. Matthews, I am submiting to you a new tender offer to replace the old one. My new offer is for $850, and I have enclosed a money order for the amount of $85, which is 10% of my tender. Please destroy the former payment (cheque) that was included with my former offer, and replace it with this new offer. The property I am bidding on is lot 10, block 9, 1989KS, and my second choice is lot 11, block 9, 1989 KS. But my preference is lot 10, block 9. Thank-you for your help, and I will be looking forward to hearing from you regarding the disposition of my offer. n Sincerely,

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BID FORM

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P Lot Block. Plan Order of Preference Mv Bid Each Item 10% Deposit

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NOTE: PLEASE READ "ADVICE TO BIDDERS" ON REVERSE SIDE

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Tender submissions to the attention of:

Planning, Development and Land Officer Municipal District ofBrazeauNo. 77 Box 77/5516 Industrial Road pi Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R1 PHONE: 542-7777 % PLANNING, DEVELOPMENT AND LAND OFFICER

REPORT TO COUNCIL

REPORT NO.: DO-108-97

DATE PREPARED: OCTOBER 15,1997 DATE TO COUNCIL: OCTOBER 23,1997

SUBJECT: COUNTY OF LEDUC MUNICIPAL PLAN REVIEW

RECOMMENDATION: Similar tothe Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77, the County of Leduc is in the process of reviewing its Municipal B•* , Development Plan. As setout in the said letter, and in v'l/ accordance with the Municipal Government Act, if no V, intermunicipal plan is in place with an adjoining Municipality, the Plan must address: 1) Section 632 (3)(a)iii the co-ordination of landuse, future growth patterns and other infrastructure with adjacent municipalities if there is nointermunicipal development plan with respect to those matters in those municipalities,

2) Section 632 (3)(a)iv the provision ofthe required transportation systems either generally or specifically within the municipality andin relation toadjacent municipalities,

At the preliminary phase of development of the County's Municipal Development Plan, they areseeking any input that the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 may have atthis time. Other opportunities for input will be available in the future. It is the Planning, Development and Land Officer's suggestion that perhaps a 1/2 mile reciprocal subdivision and development referral area be referred to in the County's and in the Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77's Municipal Development Plan. This suggested referral area will give the respective Municipalities the opportunity to assess any potential impact that may arise asa result of the proposed subdivision/ development. Co-ordination and co-operation is the framework for sound intermunicipal relations. It should also be requested, that a draft of the proposed Municipal iiPi Development Plan be circulated tothis Municipality for comment. q COUNTY OF LEDUC No. 25

Suite 101 County Centre. 1101 - 5th Street, Nisku, Alberta T9E 2X3 feS^fBJBJft Telephone: (403) 955-3555 or (403) 986-2251 • Fax: (403) 955-3444

September 30, 1997 ,_.. _.., ,-, —- nrri n^Our Hie # MDP/Review/2 ;- :-.r< -? £5? Hi Layne Johnson, Administrator ;; ** Jy: Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 iiirCSv^Siru Lquf', Box 77 V.-----^--**^ Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A1R1

Dear Mr. Johnson:

Re: County of Leduc 'Municipal Development Plan' Review

The County of Leduc Planning and Development Department is commencing a review and update of the County's existing Municipal Development Plan. The work is being carried out in accordance with Sections 632 and 636 of the Municipal Government Act. The new MDP will be adopted by Council in 1998.

As a municipality which lies adjacent to the County, you are invited to make suggestions as to the manner of future development in the County of Leduc.

The County's Municipal Development Plan must address the co-ordination of land use, future growth, infrastructure and transportation with adjacent municipalities.

You should identify what you perceive to be the important intermunicipal planning issues with Leduc County. You could indicate any potential opportunities in the fringe area which should be considered.

S) You may wish to point out proposals for future development in your municipality which could affect the County of Leduc.

There will be further opportunities to make recommendations respecting the County of Leduc Municipal Development Plan. A series of open houses is planned for March or April. Council will hold a formal public hearing prior to Plan adoption. s> Feel free to contact me should you have any questions or concerns. If necessary, I would be pleased to meet with staff or Council to discuss the Plan.

incerely,

Pi Charles Dack Senior Planner

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REPORT TO COUNCIL

REPORT NO.: DO-109-97

DATE PREPARED: OCTOBER 15,1997 DATE TO COUNCIL: OCTOBER 23,1997

SUBJECT: TOWN OF DRAYTON VALLEY PROPOSED INTERMUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN

RECOMMENDATION: That Council extend itsappreciation to the Town in its efforts to renew the Joint General Municipal Plan which expired in April of1997. For the Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77, this Plan preparation is premature. The Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 hasjust recently approved the preparation of a Municipal Development Plan pursuant toand in accordance with the Municipal Government Act. This Plan preparation will require that a fringe area beestablished, this fringe area will form the basis for an Intermunicipal Development Plan or Intermunicipal Agreement.

REPORT: On October 1st, 1997, Administration received the attached letter and proposed Intermunicipal Plan from the Town of Drayton Valley. A review has been made ofthe draft Plan and although there are a numberof items contained therein which remain an issue, first and foremost, a joint plan area needs to be established. The Municipal Government Actrequires that a Municipal Development Plan addresses fringe areas in consultation with adjacent Municipalities.

!*) w 403-542-5327 Tel. 403-542-5753 Fax 5120-52 St., Box 6837 DRAYTON VALLEY, AB TOWN OF DRAYTON VALLEY CANADA T7A1A1

"Pulling Together"

September 29, 1997

M.D. ofBrazeau #77 P.O. Box 77 Drayton Valley, Alberta T7A 1R1

Attention: Mr. Ken Porter Municipal Manager

RE: Joint General Municipal Plan j As the present JGMP has expired, we suggest that this plan should be extended in the interim * with amendments that will meet the act. This measure will facilitate the development process and eliminate the need for written consent on subdivisions under Section 11 of the Municipal P Government Act, Subdivision and Development Regulation.

Enclosed is a rough draft document prepared by administration. The changes that the Town have r proposed are few and minor. Most of the proposed changes include re-wordings to the proper Acts, Departments and titles. Elimination of references to the Yellowhead Regional Planning Commission and its Regional Plan have also been introduced. Beyond this, portions of the p background information requires updating, some ofwhich has been done.

Please note, in particular, Sections 6.1.4, 6.1.8, 6.2.2 and 6.52, which each have minor, but p notable, changes. I have also introduced a new Section, 6.6.4, which deals with pedestrian walkways. There is also a revised Termination Clause, which would allow the Councils more flexibility in dealing with the Plan's revision. Please also note that no mapping changes are m proposed at the present time.

The Town recognizes that the M.D. of Brazeau likely has changes which they would appreciate p seeing in any Intermunicipal Development Plan. We would encourage you tostudy this proposal and consider any changes you would like to see. These changes can be made any time. m We hope that we can soon introduce this document as a Bylaw of each municipality in accordance with Section 636 of the Municipal Government Act. Thank you for your consideration of this matter and your input.

Regards,

* Manny De'ol Town Manager

enclosure cc: R. Matthews r \9>

I INTERMUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN

Town of Drayton Valley and the Municipal District of Brazeau #77

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M.D. of Brazeau/Town of Drayton Valley Intermunicipal Development Plan \3

MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU #77 'pi ! TOWN OF DRAYTON VALLEY

INTERMUNICIPAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN

ADOPTED UNDER:

Municipal District ofBrazeau #77 - Bylaw No. Town ofDrayton Valley - Bylaw No.

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M.D. of Brazeau/Town of Drayton Valley Intermunicipal Development Plan r\* TABLE OF CONTENTS

1.0 INTRODUCTION

2.0 SETTING

3.0 IMPLEMENTATION

3.1 Interpretation 3 3.2 Municipal Councils 4 3.3 Intermunicipal Planning Commission 4 3.4 DevelopmentAppeals 6 3.5 Conformance 6 3.6 Administration 6 3.7 Intermunicipal Disputes 6

4.0 AMENDMENTS 7

5.0 TERMINATION OF THE PLAN 7

6.0 LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT 8

6.1 General Development Strategy : 8 6.2 Agriculture : 9 6.3 Residential Development 9 6.4 IndustrialDevelopment 10 6.5 Commercial Development 11 6.6 Recreation 12 6.7 Transportation and Utilities 13 6.8 Environmental Resources 13

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M.D. ofBrazeau/Townof Drayton Valley Intermunicipal Development Plan \6

1.0 INTRODUCTION

The objectives and policies put forward in this Intermunicipal Development Plan are intended to serve only as a guide for the Municipal District of Brazeau #77, the Town of Drayton Valley, future developers and land owners in determining the direction and manner ofdevelopment within the Plan area.

This plan is expected to provide a general policy framework for interpreting and amending relevant development control documents and is to be used in conjunction with the respective Land Use Bylaws ofM.D. #77 and the Town ofDrayton Valley.

This document is the result of a joint effort of the Town of Drayton Valley and the Municipal District ofBrazeau #77.

The Councils ofthe Municipal District of Brazeau #77 and the Town of Drayton Valley have adopted this Intermunicipal Development Plan as a Bylaw, under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statutes of Alberta, 1997 and the Land Use Policies ofthe Province ofAlberta.

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M.D. ofBrazeau/Town ofDrayton Valley Page 1 Intermunicipal Development Plan ffl \\o 2.0 SETTING

The plan area encompasses about 110 square kilometers (42.5 square miles) of land surrounding the Townof Drayton Valley. It is defined by the northerly limit of Township 49 and the boundaries of the Hamlet of Rocky Rapids on the north; Range Road 81 on the west; the boundaries of the Hamlet of Violet Grove and the southerly limits of Sections 28,29, and 30 48-7-5 on the south and the west bank ofthe North Saskatchewan River on the east.

The land form in the area is somewhat hilly, sloping generally from the north-west to the south-east, and is traversed by a number of creeks which flow into the North Saskatchewan River. Much ofthe land along the east side ofthe area is characterized by deep ravines or swales which cut the banksof the river valley. Within the study area are many deposits oforganic soils and muskeg whichhinder development.

Present land uses included natural "bush" environment, extensive and intensive agriculture, countryresidential, recreational, industrial, a regional sanitary landfill and an airport. There are also many oil and gaspipelines, wells and batteries in the area.

Highway #22 provides direct access to the Yellowhead TransCanada Highway which is 34 km (21 mi.) to the north. Secondary roads #620 and #621, and a number oflocal roads provide good access to most of the study area. A notable exception is the North Saskatchewan River Valley which, due to the steepness of its slopes, is virtually inaccessible by road.

In recent years, a number ofcountry residential subdivisions have been developed in the area and there is an ever-increasing pressure to allow more land to develop in this way. In addition, there is interest in developing land adjacent to Highway #22 for non residential uses. In some areas, municipal service infrastructure has been extended beyondthe Town boundaries, creatingadditional opportunities for development.

'W Although most of the land within the plan area is under the jurisdiction of the M.D. of Brazeau, it is recognized that any subdivision or development occurring in the vicinity of Drayton Valley may have major implications for the Town. Similarly, subdivision and development activity in some parts of the Town may have an impact on the M.D. Although an I.M.D.P. formalizes this principle of cooperative control, the political and administrative jurisdictions remain the same; each municipality retaining full responsibility for developmentwithin theirrespective boundaries.

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Joint &Of)OralMuniGlpQlPiQn TownofDraytonValloyandthoMunicipalDistrictofBrazoou ♦ 3.0 IMPLEMENTATION r This section describes the manner in which the Intermunicipal Development Plan is interpreted, administered and amended. It also establishes an Intermunicipal Planning m Commission.

3.1 Interpretation

'PI For the purpose ofadministering this Intermunicipal Development Plan:

"BETTER AGRICULTURAL LAND" means land exceeding ten acres (defined by Canada Land Inventory (C.L.I.) classification boundaries, property lines or significantphysicalbarriers)and classifiedunder the C.L.I. system as Class 1 or 2, or Class 3 with a Farmland Assessment Rating of 41% or more. Note: At the discretion of the municipality, land may be included or excluded from this definition, basedon a Rural Farmland Assessment or a site evaluation acceptable to the municipality.

"IMPC" means the Intermunicipal Planning Commission established under this document;

"MULTI-PARCEL SUBDIVISION" means more thanoneparcel subdivided from a quarter section;

"MUNICIPAL COUNCILS" means the Councils of the Municipal District of Brazeau #77andtheTown of Drayton Valley;

"BRAZEAU" means the Municipal District of Brazeau #77; and

"DRAYTON!' means theTown ofDrayton Valley.

"URBAN EXPANSION AREA" means an area identified in this plan for future residential, industrial orcommercial development orfor Hamlet expansion.

All other terms are as defined in the Municipal District of Brazeau #77 Land Use Bylaw.

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*- 3.2 Municipal councils

| The Municipal Councils of the Town of Drayton Valley and the Municipal District of Brazeau #77 shall have equal responsibility for implementation of the m IMDP. Each Council shall: I (a) adopt the IMDP by Bylaw; J (b) review subdivision and development in the area; m (c) review proposed amendments to the IMDP;

(d) recommend amendments to the IMDP; and (i (e) make all necessary changes to their respective Bylaws to enable implementation ofthe IMPD.

(b) Members of the IMPC shall beappointed by their respective Councils.

I (c) The terms of the office of the members of the IMPC shall be at the pleasure ofthe appointing Council.

I (d) The Chairman and Vice-chairman of the IMPC shall be elected by its members for such period oftime asthey decide. t (e) The IMPC may make any further rules necessary for the conduct of its meetings and business that are consistent with the IMDP, and the jP Municipal Government Act.

_ (f) The responsibilities ofthe IMPC shall be as follows:

(i) To administer the IMDP; _ (ii) To makerecommendations to the appropriate Council or M.P.C. 1 on subdivision applications in the joint plan area;

M.D. of Brazeau/Town of Drayton Valley Page 4 Intermunicipal Development Plan f (iii) To be the development permit approval authority for all discretionary uses in the joint plan area; (iv) To be the development permit approval authority for any application in the joint planarea ifrequested by the development authority ofthe Town or the M.D.; (v) To make recommendations to the appropriate Council on Land Use Bylaw amendments within the joint plan area; (vi) To make recommendations to the appropriate Council on Area Structure Plans in the joint plan area; (vii) To make recommendations to both Councils on amendments to the fi>S IMDP; and (viii) To advised both Councils on any planningmatters within the joint plan area.

(g) A majority ofthe eligible voting members ofthe IMPC, including at least one councillor from each municipality, shall constitute a quorum.

(h) All members of the IMPC shall be entitled to one vote and must vote unless there is a conflict ofinterest. Decisions ofthe IMPC shall be made by motion, adopted and recorded in the minutes.

(i) The IMPC mayrequest orallow the attendance at ameeting, of any person whom it feels may provide relevantinformation.

0) The Secretary to the IMPC shall be provided by Brazeau for a term decided by the IMPC. The duties ofthe Secretary to the IMPC shall be:

(i) To fully notify all members, advisors and delegates ofrelevant meetings ofthe IMPC (ii) • To fully notifyapplicants ofIMPC meetings atwhich their applications will be discussed; (iii) To notifyall appropriate parties of the decisions of the IMPC, in accordance with relevant Bylawsand the Municipal Government Act; (iv) To record and maintainon file, accurate written minutes ofIMPC meetings and business, includinga record ofall IMPC decisions and the reasons for such decisions; and (v) To carry out such other administrative duties as the IMPC may specify.

(k) The chairman and/or Vice-chairman shall be authorized to sign on behalf ofthe IMPC any decision, order, approval, or notice issued by the IMPC.

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3.4 Development Appeals

Appeals against any action of the IMPC shall be referred to the Development Appeal Board of the appropriate municipality for a decision, in accordance with all relevant provisionsofthe Municipal Government Act.

3.5 Conformance

With respect to the joint plan area, all Municipal Development Plans, Area Structure Plans, Area Redevelopment Plans and Land use Bylaws adopted by either municipality should conform with the intent ofthe IMDP. f 3.6 Administration

Eachmunicipality shall be responsible for the general administration ofthe IMDP through their LandUse Bylaws; including accepting and processing development permit applications, publishing notices ofapproval, collecting fees, and any other matters pertaining to those parts of the joint plan area within their respective municipal jurisdictions.

3.7 Intermunicipal Disputes

Where a dispute arises over an interpretation ofthe IMDP, or an action taken by either municipality contrary to the IMDP, the dispute may be referred to the Municipal Government Board for resolution; subject to those provisions of Section 690 ofthe said Act.

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IT The Plan shall be reviewed and/or amended upon request by the IMPC or by either Council.

! Where an amendment is proposed, approval must be given by both Councils before it is considered adopted. Ifan amendment receives approval from only one Council, this may rbedeemed a dispute to be referred for arbitration in accordance with Section 3.7.

5.0 TERMINATION OF THE PLAN II Either municipality may terminate participation in the Plan by providing at least twelve (12) months written notice to the other municipality unless a notice is given by either P municipality this plan shall remain in effect.

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M.D. ofBrazeau/Town ofDrayton Valley Page 7 ss Intermunicipal Development Plan # 6.0 LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT

The Plan area is quite diverse, both in terms of its natural features and its existing land use. Although the variety of uses will not likely be diminished in the future, the following policies present a framework to enable orderly and efficient use of land in the area and reflect a balanced view ofthe interests ofthe tow municipalities.

6.1 GeneralDevelopmentStrategy

Land use issues in the study area are typical ofan urban/rural interface; primarily, increased development, loss of agricultural land, and the extension of urban services. Population in the area has approximately doubled over the last fifteen years, and although such a rate of growth is not expected to continue, there is increasing pressure to develop more land for non-agricultural uses.

The following policies are intended to establish general principles that will be used to control development within the plan area.

6.1.1 Development should be in accordance with the future predominant Land Use Plan, Figure 2.

6.1.2 Land with a high agricultural capability shall not be developed for a non- agricultural use unless no other suitable location exists.

6.1.3. Subdivision of better agricultural land will generally be permitted only if the proposed subdivision is:

(a) Mandatory under provincial statute; or (b) Within an urban expansion area; or (c) , For an agricultural use; or (d) ' For resource extraction; or (e) For public use.

6.1.4 Annexation by the Town of Drayton Valleyof land, where possible, with a r high agricultural capability shall be minimized and justifiable in terms of other growth alternativesand expansionofmunicipal services.

6.1.5 Land with development constraints, as identified in the M.D. of Brazeau Municipal Development Plan shall be permitted to develop only with evidence from a qualified professional that the constraints will be adequately overcome.

6.1.6 Lands identified by Alberta Environmental Protection as environmentally sensitive shall be permitted to develop only to the extend supported by

M.D. of Brazeau/Town of Drayton Valley Page8 Intermunicipal DevelopmentPlan p $ evidence satisfactory to the Intermunicipal Planning Commission in consultation with Alberta Environmental Protection.

6.1.7 Multi-parcel subdivisions within urban expansion areas must conform m with an approved Area Structure Plan, unlessotherwise determined by the IMPC.

6.1.8 Land use and development within the airport vicinity protection area (AVPA) shall comply with the approved AVPA regulations or other appropriate restrictions.

6.1.9 Hamlet expansions shall occur only in accordance with approved Area Structure Plans.

%' 6.2 Agriculture

Agriculture is expected to remain a major land use in this area for many years, and every effort should be made to preservelocal agricultural resources.

The co-existence of agricultural and non-agricultural uses can often become an issue in urban/rural fringe areas. This is especially critical in the case ofintensive livestock operations.

The following policies are intended to provide direction for agricultural HP development in the plan area:

6.2.1. Agriculture shall remaina predominant land use in the plan area.

6.2.2 In order to minimize conflicts with adjacent land uses, future intensive livestock operations should be encouraged to locate outside the IMPD. Where such developments currently exist, these operations shall be restricted by the Alberta Agriculture, Food & Rural Development Code of Practice.

6.2.3 Agricultural support services and industries involving the processing, storage or packaging of farm products should be encouraged to locate within the plan area on lands suitably designated under the Land Use Bylaw.

6.3 Residential Development

Within the study area there are about one hundred and forty rural residential parcels, most ofwhich are located in multi-parcel residential subdivisions. As the population increases in both Drayton Valley and Brazeau, there will be an even greater demand for rural residential development in the plan area. Care must be

M.D. of Brazeau/Town of Drayton Valley Page 9 Intermunicipal Development Plan & taken to ensure that as such development occurs it will not create major problems for the municipalitiesand other land owners. iR) The following policies are intended to provide direction for rural residential development in the plan area:

6.3.1. Ruralresidential development maybe permitted to occur providedthat:

SS (a) The parcel has adequate potable water, sewage disposal and both legal and physical access to a developed public road; and pi (b) The parcelhas a suitable building site; safe from hazards including floods, landslides, subsidence and wildfire; and (c) The development is compatible with adjacent land uses.

6.3.2 A residential subdivision proposed on a parcel of better agricultural land should be directed to locate where it will have the least impact on the agricultural use ofthe parcel.

6.3.3. Multi-parcel rural residential subdivisions shall not be permitted on better agricultural land.

6.3.4 Subdivisions consisting of five or more rural residential parcels shall be permitted only in accordance with an approved Area Structure Plan.

6.3.5 A rural residential parcel shall be no less than 0.5 hectares (1.2 acres) in size.

6.3.6. The design of multi-parcel rural residential subdivisions should have regard for preserving the existing natural landscape.

p 6.4 Industrial Development

The economies of Brazeau and Drayton Valley are largely driven by the resource industries in the region; primarily the petroleum and lumber industries. Although many industrial developments are located within the Town of Drayton Valley, others have chosen to locate outside the urban centre.

Within the plan area there are approximately 3000 acres of vacant or under developed industrial land. Virtually all of this land lies immediately west of highway #22, partly within the Hamlet of Poplar Ridge and partly within the Town. Poplar Ridge, for which a Area Structure Plan was adopted in 1989, is entirely designated as a Rural Industrial District in the Brazeau Land use Bylaw. The portion of land which is within Drayton Valley is mostly designated as light industrial in the 1989 General Municipal Plan.

M.D. ofBrazeau/Town ofDrayton Valley Page 10 Intermunicipal Development Plan it iW The portion of land which is within Drayton Valley is mostly designated as light industrial in the 1989 General Municipal Plan.

Immediately southofthe Weyerhaeuser mill is an area ofabout 195 hectares (480 ^ acres) which may also develop as an industrial park due to its potential to be easily serviced with utilities. About 1/3 ofthis area is within Drayton Valley and the remainder is in Brazeau, situated betweenthe highway andthe town boundary. Cooperative strategies should be established to promote orderly development of this andother future industrial sitesin the plan area. p The following policies are intended to provide direction for industrial development in the plan area.

P 6.4.1. Non-industrial development, with the exception of agriculture and public uses, shall not be permitted in an industrial expansion area.

6.4.2. Future rural industrial development, other than location sensitive resource industries, should locatein the Poplar Ridge Industrial Park. p\ 6.4.3. Rural industrial parcels shall be at least 0.5 hectares (1.2 acres) in size unless otherwise determined by the Intermunicipal Planning Commission.

6.4.4. A proposal for industrial development may be required to include a proper environmental impact assessment for consideration by the Intermunicipal Planning Commission.

6.4.5 Industrial development adjacent to a residential district should be required to provide a landscaped buffer strip or screening to the satisfaction ofthe IMPC.

6.5 Commercial Development

Existing commercial development in the plan areais minimal; however, there area ft variety of potential development areas for some type of future commercial land

use.

" i Within the town, a strip ofland along the west side ofthe highway, straight east of Poplar Ridge, has been designated for commercial and urban services in the Drayton Valley General Municipal Plan. This area appears to be suited to a highway commercial type ofdevelopment. Additional land along the west side of the highway between Poplar Ridge and the junction of secondary highway #620 may also be considered for future commercial development.

Adjacent to 50th street, there is potential for a mix of uses including residential, industrial and commercial, which has been recognized in the Drayton Valley

M.D. ofBrazeau/Town of DraytonValley Page 11 " Intermunicipal Development Plan Sfl General Municipal Plan. At the extreme south end of 50th street, north of the highway, there is one parcel zoned commercial in the Brazeau Land use Bylaw. I As the area comes more developed, there is good potential for commercial uses along 50th street to the highway junction. This would define the southern approach to the town and provea buffer between industry on the west side of50th street, and the future residents to the east.

The following policies are intended to provide direction for commercial development in the plan area.

6.5.1. Commercial uses catering primarily to highway traffic shall be encouraged to locate in the commercial development area west ofhighway #22.

6.5.2 Direct access from the highway to adjacent commercial subdivision and developments shall not be permitted. w^ 6.5.3. Development of existing commercial land within Drayton Valley should be encouraged priorto allowing any commercial development at the south end of50th street.

6.6 Recreation | Recreational facilities in the plan area presently serve the needs ofboth rural and urban residents. Developed facilities include a golf course, a driving range, a p campground, downhill and cross-country ski runs. In addition there about 1400 |' hectares (3460 acres) ofopen space along the river valley, two designated Natural Areas and the Mudkeg Fort Historic Site which provide more recreational and cultural opportunities.

6.6.1 The Town of Drayton Valley and the M.D. of Brazeau shall continue to foster a cooperative approach to the provision of public recreational facilities in the plan area.

P 6.6.2 The Intermunicipal Planning Commission should endeavour to achieve a high degree of compatibility between recreational uses and adjacent land

uses.

6.6.3 When reviewing proposals for recreational development, the Intermunicipal Planning Commission shall consider among other things:

(a) Potential traffic generation; (b) Provision ofwater and sewage disposal; (c) Environmental impacts; and (d) Recreation/tourism objectives. wn

M.D. ofBrazeau/Town ofDraytonValley Page 12 Intermunicipal Development Plan £ 6.6.4 The continuity of a walkway system should be a key component of p) analyzing recreational projects, subdivision and development applications.

6.7 Transportation and Utilities

; The need for cooperation between Drayton Valley and Brazeau on matters of transportation and utilities infrastructure is essential. As further subdivision and p development occur, especiallywithin urban expansion areas, consideration should I be given to the future alignments ofroads and utility rights-of-way. These matters must be adequatelyaddressed in all future area structure plans. pn As residential densities increase in the plan area, there may be a demand for paved roads and municipal water and sewer services. If such services are provided, all P costs should be absorbed by the benefiting land owners, not by the taxpayers of the Town or the M.D. pi The following policies are intended to ensure a reasonable provision of transportation and utility serviceswithin the planarea.

6.7.1 When reviewing subdivision and development proposals, the Intermunicipal Planning Commission shall consider possible extensions and future linkages ofroads andutility services in both municipalities. spi

6.7.2 A communal water or sewer system may be permitted in a multi-parcel subdivision where it can be shown that it is necessary and it will not impede development ofa future municipal system.

6.7.3 Where a public utility has been installed to service an approved subdivision, all parcels in the subdivision shall be required to connect to the utility where feasible.

6.7.4 Where possible, pipelines, powerlines, roads and utilities shall be encouraged to locate in common rights-of-way or corridors.

6.7.5 Where applicable, land requirements for service roads and road improvements shall be addressed as conditions of subdivision or development approval.

6.7.6 Roads and utility systems shall be developed to municipals standards prior to being transferred to municipal ownership.

6.8 Environmental Resources

Any development has some effect on the environment around it. Already, most of the natural environment within the plan area has been altered by human activity;

M.D. of Brazeau/Town of Drayton Valley Page 13 Intermunicipal Development Plan & however, there are still some features and aspects of the environment which warrant protection from future development. Any major environmental areas have been identified in the Brazeau Environmentally Significant Areas Study. • Although such issues as air and water quality and habitat protection are covered by provincial legislation, further recognition of environmental concerns in this plan, will help to ensure that subdivision and development approval authorities consider protection and enhancement ofthe environment at the local level.

The following policies are intended to assist in protecting the natural environment from negative impacts associated with development.

6.8.1. All permanent natural water courses should be protected from the encroachment of development by dedication as environmental or municipal reserve and/or by use of development setbacks.

6.8.2 All subdivision and development shall be considered in terms of its impact on environmental resources.

6.8.3 The Intermunicipal Planning Commission may recommend to either Council and advice be solicited from environmental experts regarding a subdivision or development proposal.

6.8.4 Lands identified by Alberta Environmental Protection as environmentally sensitive shall be permitted to develop only to the extent support by evidence satisfactory to the Intermunicipal Planning Commission in consultation with Alberta Environmental Protection.

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DATE PREPARED: OCTOBER 15,1997 DATE TO COUNCIL: OCTOBER 23,1997

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REPORT: Attached is a letter addressed to the Planning, Development and Land Officer requesting that this matter be brought before Council. An adjacent landowner to Municipal Reserve property has requested that the Municipality share in thecosts ofrepairing a "mutual" fence. For Council's reference, also attached is a copy of the Fencing Act extracted from the Revised Statutes ofAlberta, 1980. The Planning, Development &Land Officer requests Council's direction in this regard.

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Settlement of 3(1) If adjoining owners or occupiers of land disagree as to disputes (a) the quality ofthe fence that has been or that is to be erected, (b) the proportion of the value of the fence to be borne by the parties to the dispute, (c) the amount of the expense incurred in erecting, maintaining M.D. Of Brazeau # 77, Gen.Del. •£ P.O. Box 77,Drayton Valleys- m Breton,Alberta, Alberta. T7A 1R1 ! ;- TOC OPO Oct.6,1997. Dear Council; Li [j-^;^;. •.:-.-J;y> '. c^mlc u Man is the most dangerou-s-pr-editor.-there is because he knows no bounds.It seems that the M.D. of Brazeau is no better.It appears that pi you don't intend to leave a spear of grass for the song birds or rabbits etCo.A poor lil' old thrush doesn't stand much chance against a bulldozer. The M.D. has the bulldozer.Don *t give me the old hogwash about the roads being wet because of shade.I have been here long enough to know what the truth iSoThere actually is One place around here that is wet in the shade. I referyou to this place,namely TWP Rd.484,between Funnell road and HWY 20. Even this would be no problem if the road surface was crowndd so the water would run offol have always said that machines cannot think or reason.xhat is why we put operators on them.It seems to me that in this case,the grader and the operator have the same intelegence quotient,which is nil and the councilor not far behind necause he condones this ineffeciexxcy that we tax payers are paying forQ My taxes for 1996 were $260o00.In the fall,a pickup wearing a*x M.D. logo,came here and tao individuals disembarked.O^e with a pad and pencil,the other,the gaboHe asked how Dig my house is.I told him 18'x30' He asked if I had made any additions and I replied"no".Guess what.ny pg 1997 taxes are $375c73.And you dniscontinued the dust cotrol oiling program. ny taxes should have seen less0«ot more0Then you send the grader ofct to scrape what oiled surface we have and anyone would know that all that can do is destroy iteI complain to the councilor and he says"We didn't raise the taxes,It must have oeen the school Doardl!ol Kx*0W WHAT I PAID Ix* TAXES. Look it upoRoll #005319 Doxi't give me any of that cowpasture Dullshit auout appealing.I can't •M go to Edmonton to do so and if you council did the jou you were elected to, there would ue no reason for anyone to appealoT^e owner of SW 21-48-4-W5 was taxed more this year for her quarter of land than her orother was for three quarters.When she complained,she was told that she couldn't make a living from one quarter so it can't ue taxed as farm lando*,ow there is a good one and I can juat picture what kind of a hair urain thunk tnat up0 Governments axe supposed to ue for tne people they govern uut you put your gaumed Gestapo heel On the little guy»Tnat is rignt don't let him upQ how the uastard who is uossoPut him in his placee I telephoned the n.D. office auout six times in the last two summers askixxg for Terry Flemming.Last year I was told he wasn't in.Call someone On the mouile out I wasn't given a xxUmber.The last time I called I was told that he wasn't ixx Dut would ue uack from holidays on tuesday« I couldn't reach the couxxcilor either so I called the operator axxd told ipr him to keep the olade off the oiled surface.His answer was just what you instructed him tosay."I won't touch it till you tell me to"* I relieve it is time that you council get your ass in gear and st=rt showing some accountability,.

Lloyd n. Ellia

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Dear Editor: \. \;:j±}

Having just read that the MD is hoping to form it's own library board I felt I must express my opinion. The quotes state that the MD would remain a member of the Yellowhead Regional Library system. This is a good thought as there is no way a MD Board would be able to provide the Breton Municipal Library with the services that are currently provided by Yellowhead Regional for the same dollar. If too many MD/School Districts form their own boards, we may leave Yellowhead in jeopardy. It would have to charge so much to provide the different services to different libraries instead of "blanket" service, that it may not be feasible. 'p> First off they would have to hire personnel which would be a duplication of a service

PI already provided by the Regional Library. The Yellowhead Regional serves many libraries and has done a wonderful job to date. They have hired University Educated personnel to do many functions that the local librarians in small centres have not the

•w> time nor expertise to do. A very wide range of functions are provided by Yellowhead for the dollar, such as purchasing books at a large discount because of volume buying. The circulation blocksalone are worth the money spent for that function, we have p already lost the non-fiction circulation blocks. No small library could contain the selection provided by this method. We have expert advice at ourtelephone ear at all times as required. Cataloguing is another invaluable service and time saver for our p librarians. The Regional Library has recently obtained for the Breton Library a new computer for easier access to the Regional Library and betterserviceto our patrons. m Alsothe MD residents are being served by the Drayton and Breton Libraries who | cooperate and share software programs. So there is the added cost of representation at the MD Board which is a duplication of the existing boards already looking after the p MD residents. The Breton Library to date has 60% circulation to the MD residents and the representation on the Board is mostly MD residents not Breton residents. So where is the savings.. If the MD chooses to form their own library board and access library grant monies, then it is hoped that both the Drayton Valleyand Breton libraries would see an increase in f funding from the MD - overand abovewhat they are receiving now. If the MD withdraws from Yellowhead Regional, then we, the libraries are big losers. f Sincerely,

P ML Land Chairperson Breton Municipal Library Board

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OCTOBERS, 1997

MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAUNO. 77 BOX77 DRAYTONVALLEY AB T7A1R1

cp TO ALLMD COUNCIL MEMBERS:

IAMWRTHNGTO REQUEST AN ACCESS ROA^Offi^ HAVE RECENTLY PURCHASED THE SE QUARTER OF2M9***^^LYTBB ONLY ACCESS TO THIS PROPERTY IS An OIL LEASE ROAD WHICH RUNS THROUGHTHE NEIGHBOURS PROPERTY. TO ACCESS MY^OPERTY^J* CURRENTLY OPEN AND CLOSE TWO STEEL OILWEa GATES AS MY NEIGHBOUR PASTURES LIVESTOCK ALONG THIS LEASE ROAD. IPLAN TO MOVE ONTO MY PROPERTY NEXT YEAR AND WOULD LKE AN ACCESS ROAD PUTIN TEDS WILL BE ELIMINATING ANY PROBLEMS AND THE CURRENT INCONVENIENCE OF TRAVELLING THROUGH THE NEIGHBOUR'S LAND. SHOULD DIRT FOR THE ROAD BE REQUIRED IAMWILLING TO SUPPLY THIS. PLEASE CONSlDERBUDGETrNG FOR THIS ACCESS ROAD IN 1998.

YOURS TRULY, j™> THORALLPECK BOX 6098 DRAYTONVALLEY AB T7A1R4 542-2407 HOME 542-3968 WORK

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Teens In Action Youth Club

Tambrie Hicks Telephone 542-7609 Director 4725 - 46 Street Drayton Valley. AB T7A 1P3

• October 13, 1997

Councilors Municipal District ofBrazeau No. 77 Box 77 Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R1

Dear Councilors:

As you know, the TeensIn ActionYouth Club hasbeen actively fundraising to build a facility to provide Drayton Valley youthwith a safe, alcohol and drug free environment to hangout withtheir friends. Our fundraising efforts have raised $100,000.00; $30,000.00ofthis money has been designated for our use by the M.D. ofBrazeau. However, we need $325,000.00 to build our own facility.

Obviously, wearequite far from reaching ourgoal of $325,000.00 andit would possibly taketwoto three

• more yearsto raisethesefunds. Therefore, we have decided notto buildour ownfacility, but to commit to the Max Center, more specifically, the basement oftheMax Center. Essentially, wewill purchase the space ofthebasement with the $100, 000. 00wehave raised. Thiswill allow us to house our existing program andalso expand it. Although wewill beinthe basement of the MaxCenter, we will remain a separate entity from them and will retain our own identity.

It would begreatly appreciated, if you could redirect the$30,000.00 to allow usto purchase this space.

• If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact me. I Sincerely,

Cmbrie Hicks Director

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August 19,1997 /7//* "i**"?. rrr Z*<*j£ ^^ £-,*/=* ssv W'S !^ Mr.KenPorter ^"""'^ T^^ 0®^^ Municipal Manager • & '*? M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 Box 77 Drayton Valley, Ab T7A1R1

Dear Ken: ^ Waste Manarement &• H^y,une Contract cootof^T* *1W UndfflI meeto& «^solution was passed that

SSrfregard to'SiTto the operationaT**.,°fand servicesC°nCemSto theraiS6dM.D.durinSresidents*« PastThis*«•wouldy^rsbewitha foTtLZo """V" "? M°-C0UndI and Administration to ^ewtht customedTj^ make dm9^ to Provide *•>*** -vie to MD. ortf<5EOctober, S71997, sotrso that newWOfUld/P5reCiatetender documentsff *"can"**be revisediS <«*»*accordingly.^ *• end 1E2XJ2^3£r"0{ *•concems and commente **have»- *• -Transfer Station timings ^ 2. ^Transfer Station to be operated by Community Group or tender N4PnF c COntracts for hauIi*g ^d site attendants. 3. Sr^ Relocation of gates and man-gates Question of illegal dumping during off-hours due to man-gates and their relocation closer to the disposal bins Household hazardous waste collection at Transfer Stations

P> Option of user fee by weight at the main landfill, both for the M.D. onerLr",operat.on to Ibe7,1™fully coveredVa"ey' througha"d e"minateuser fees.re1uisiti°nPresently-^"dfill

pi comrnercal and industrial waste is charged @$20/tonne. There is no charge for residential waste.

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|r & cSdcould vouni3'you please^provide°Phrthe°JMviduaIAuthority PickuP-with the T°followingassess thisinformation:option, m «) Density of population in each section ie. number of I residential and commercial properties loTcfs* °f r°adS *^^ SeCHOn °r 3map sh°WinS ^^^ 0 Road ban in effect on each roadway.

9. Recycling depots- installation at trailer courts and at Birchwood. 10. Review Transfer Station Site Design Guidelines Report which addresses site landscaping, tree planting, shelters, power supply, rest E^£fir£etc'Landfill Authority membersu„copyand0{shouldwhich behasdiscussed^ "rovidedwith Council.**; ToZcf Tr!r A°S^ a.C0Py °fjhe C°ntraCt d0cuments fot *e last three-year StalS?^ fty W°Uld appredate *aresP°nse to "^ived by the end of make preliminaryPreZina^eamassessment'"Ton"^the individual8WiU ^ pickupw1utadoption.SOoner * order to If you need further information, please do not hesitate to contact me. Yours truly,

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ALBERTA MINISTER OF TRANSPORTATION AND UTILITIES

MLA Grande Prairie - Smoky

October 1, 1997 l1' Mr. Bart Guyon, Reeve JF; (-.';"* Municipal District of Brazeau No. 77 Utj7'-~ Box 77 _.. °SSfjj -,- -..._ Drayton Valley, Alberta ^^H-^-* \ ^Qi) T7A1R1 --^O^kc/c

Dear Mr. Guyon:

In recent years, there have been concerns raised by the general public about a lack of "rest area" facilities available for the general public, particularly with washrooms, along Alberta's highways.

To improve on the situation, the department is developing a program which will partner with the private sector for the provision of additional rest stops along primary highways across the province. Currently there are private facilities that are strategically located near highway right- of-ways that could easily be converted for rest area usage in conjunction with the main business operation. Some of these private facilities are truck stops, gas stations, fast food franchise outlets, etc.

Our approach will be to undertake a few trial sites along the Yellowhead Highway initially. Potential private sector businesses along the route will be contacted to determine their interest after the program details are finalized, later this winter. If the trial sites are successful, subsequent phases will involve a competitive process for selecting private partners. Not all businesses along a route will qualify for the new designation as the Rest Areas will be established on an approximate 80 kilometre spacing between facilities. We feel confident that the process of partnering will improve the level of service to Alberta's highway users.

420Legislature Building, Edmonton, Alberta,Canada T5K2B6 Telephone 403/427-2080 Fax403/422-2722 .« Northern Alberta RailwayStation,Box 329,Sexsmith, Alberta,Canada TOH 3C0 Telephone403/568-2560, Fax403/56£3T)99 *>

If you require more information on this program, please contact Mr. Allan Kwan, Executive Director, Technical Standards Branch at 427-8990. Sincerely, / j

Walter Paszkowski Minister

cc: Mr. John Maddison, Executive Director Alberta Urban Municipalities Association

Mr. Larry Goodhope, Executive Director Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties

Mr. Allan Kwan, Executive Director Technical Standards Branch

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House ofCommons Chambre des communes OTTAWA K1A0A6 OfficialOpposition Opposition qfficielle National Unity Unite nationale OTTAWA, October 1,1997

Attention: The Council Greetings: P) In an earlier letter ofSeptember4,1997,1 askedfor your ideas andinputon the issue of Canada'snational unity. Since that letterwaswritten, nine of Canada's ten premiers metin Calgary on September 14& 15 and issued their "Framework for Discussion onCanadian Unity" and their "Guidelines for the Process ofPublic Consultation." In response to these, I wrote a letterto the Premiers on September18,1997 whichincluded the following: Municipal leaders across Canada havealready made clear thattheyhave a stakein the future of our country. Municipal governments frequently referto themselves as"the first orderof government" - the governments closest to the people. Could we encouragemunicipalleaders to participate in holding "town hall-style" meetings in each community,opento residents of the communities, withthe assistance of facilitators andinformation provided by the provincial government, withinput from experts, and including the participation of the $* local M.L.A. or M.P.P.? The key advantage of sucha process and mechanism isthe opportunity to transcend political, partisan loyalties and commitments- the kind of leadership I believe Canadians arelooking for. If you would care fora copy ofmyletter to the Premiers ora copy ofthe"Framework" and "Guidelines,"please contact me at the addressabove. pt Enclosed with this are three sampleresolutions for yourconsideration andpossible use. Resolution #1 attempts to setoutwhat Canada is,who Canadians are and what they care about. Resolution#2 takesthe principle thatthe government closest tothepeople and capable should carry out programs and services for the people towhom itisresponsible ~ also known as "the principle ofsubsidiarity." There ismuch talk of"devolution ofpowers" ortransfer ofpowers from the federal government totheprovincial governments, but not enough about "devolution" ortransfer of powers from the provincial governments tomunicipal governments. This resolution attempts to remedy this. Resolution #3,included foryour information, isone produced bythe executive committee ofthe Federation of Canadian Municipalities whenit met in Yellowknife onSeptember 3-8,1997. I hope you'll consider these orsimilar resolutions and which might beworthy ofyour support. Sincerely,

Wt

InkyMark, M.P. (Dauphin-Swan River) Tel: (613)992-3176 Deputy Critic, National Unity - Municipalities Fax: (613) 992-0930 enclosure: one (1)

IM:rek v^ Resolution #1: r WHEREAS Canada is afederal union ofprovincesand territories; WHEREAS Canadiansdesirea balancedfederation whoseprovinces andcitizens enjoyequalstatusbeforethe constitution and laws ofCanada; WHEREAS a majority ofCanadians nationally andin each province andterritory desire a country with betterjobs, brighterprospectsfor their children, better health care, moreresponsive andmoreefficient government services, lower taxes, greater individualfreedom, and moreopen andaccountable governmental institutions; P WHEREAS Canadians desire aconclusion to the conflict inherent to discussions regarding Canada's national unity; r WHEREAS Canada is thecountry most Canadians nationally andinevery province andterritory of Canada aspire to build;

RESOL VED /MOVED, That, inthe opinion ofthe (City/Town/Village/Municipality of ;, the Governments ofCanada and the ofthe provinces shouldpursue only policies and legislation which express the aspirations ofCanadians to build a 1 betterCanada, more equal and united,from sea to sea. r Resolution #2: WHEREAS Section 92 oftheConstitution Act, 1867 enumerates "Municipal Institutions" as wit/tin the jurisdiction ofprovincesofCanada; f* WHEREAS municipalities participate in Confederation as "thefirst level ofgovernment" in Canada, the level of government closest tothecitizens andresidents of Canada;

RESOL VED /MOVED, T That, in the opinion ofthe Council ofthe (City/Town/Village/Municipality of ;, any re-balancing of powers among thefederal andprovincial governments should be guided by the principle that authority should mostproperly reside with mat level ofgovernment closest to the people which has the best ability to meet the pr needs ofcitizens.

I Resolution #3: r WHEREAS municipal governments are majorpublic agentsforproviding services, programs, andfacilities to maintain andenhancethequality oflifefor all Canadians, and WHEREAS municipal governments require thepowers to provide good government and services to local p residents now and inthefuture; BEITRESOL VED that every municipal government will, by way ofprovincial/territorial legislation and eventual amendments to the Canadian constitution, rl. be an order ofgovernment 2. be autonomous 3. act on every matter within itsfinancial competence that isnot expressly excludedfrom its responsibility 4. haveadequatepowers andfinancialandlegalresources m (a) to ensure good government and services locally, (b) tomeetexisting andfuture community needs, (c) to apply creative, innovative andentrepreneurial solutions, p (d) whiclt cannotbealtered unilaterally byotlter orders ofgovernment 5. require other orders ofgovernment to comply with tlte municipal governments' validly exercised authority 6. have access toalternative dispute resolution mechanisms to resolve harmoniously disputes with other orders of government through out-of-courtfacilities 7. be accessible, democratic and accountable.

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LEGISLATIVE ASSEMBLY ALBERTA •""TD ." C£*j'*r<-(. STANDING COMMITTEE ON THE ALBERTA HERITAGE SAVINGS TRUST FUND Room 801 Legislature Annex. 9718-107 Street Edmonton. Alberta, T5K 1E4 Tel: (403) 427-1350. Fax: (403) 427-5688 [email protected]

Chair Members: ROB LOUGHEED. M.L.A. Clover Bar-Fort Saskatchewan HUNG PHAM, M.L.A. DEBBY CARLSON, M.L.A. Calgary-Montrose Edmonton-Ellerslie SHIRAZ SHARIFF, M.L.A. Calgary-McCall Deputy Chairman: GLEN CLEGG. M.L.A. Dunvegan RON STEVENS, M.L.A. VICTOR DOERKSEN, M.LA. Calgary-Glenmore Red Deer-South RON HTERATH, M.L.A. Cardston-Taber-Warner GENE ZWOZDESKY, M.L.A. Edmonton-Mill Creek

October 9, 1997

Invitation to Participate Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund - Financial Results for 1996-97

Please join the Standing Committeeon the AlbertaHeritage Savings Trust Fundat the meeting date and location most convenient for you to discuss the annual performance of the HeritageSavings Trust Fund.

Tuesday, October 28,1997 Thursday, October 30,1997 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Grant MacEwan Community College Mount Royal College 10700-104 Avenue 4825 Richard Road S.W. ConferenceTheatre,105thStreet Building Calgary, Alberta, T3E 6K6 Edmonton, Alberta, T5J 4S2

Tuesday, November 4,1997 Thursday, November 6,1997 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Fairview College Medicine Hat College Peace River Campus, West Hill Crowfoot Room 8106-99 Avenue 299 College Drive S.E. Peace River, Alberta, T8S 1V9 Medicine Hat, Alberta, TlA 3Y6

In January 1995, Albertans were asked to participate in discussions on the future of the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund with an all-party committeeof provincial MLAs. During the three month review, over 50,000 Albertans responded by mail or attended a public hearing to providetheir input on a direction for the Heritage Fund. One ofthe consistent commentsvoiced during this review process was that Albertans knew little about the Heritage Fund, and that they wanted more information on a regular basis. ^ This review of the Heritage Fund showed that Albertans wanted to keep the Fund but they wanted to see specific changes in the direction ofthe Fund and how itwas managed. The all-party Committee released a report, Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund - Into the 21st Century, in January 1996 summarizing what they heard and learnt from Albertans.

In response to thisadvice, new legislation for theHeritage Savings Trust Fund was introduced in 1996 to provide for improved accountability, a clear new direction and objectives for the Fund, as well as anew management structure. The 1996-97 Business Plan of theAlberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund reflects these objectives: • to earn income to support the Alberta government's consolidated fiscal plan • to make investments maximizing long-term financial returns • to improve Albertans' understanding and the transparency of the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund.

Under the new management structure, a Standing Committee of MLAs is responsible for evaluating the performance ofthe Fund and reporting regularly toAlbertans. These meetings planned mark the Standing Committee's first annual report to Albertans onthe performance of the Heritage Fund.

IP* Your participation isimportant to us. Please join us tolearn more about the Heritage Fund's new directions.

Yours sincerely,

- •-^T^\fU\xTaLK£\ it^ Hung Pham Chairman

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PRIME MINISTER • PREMIER MINISTRE

Ottawa, Canada K1A0A2

September 29,1997

1 Last Tuesday, the Governor General ofCanada, the Right Honourable Romeo LeBlanc, deliveredthe Throne Speech to open the 36th Parliament ofCanada. In it, we outlinedhow we p will fulfill the commitments we made to Canadians inour 1997 election platform: Securing Our j Future Together. m This Parliamentwill be a truly historic one. As our government begins our second i mandate, we are at the dawn ofa new millennium. And for the first time in almost three decades, the Government ofCanada will not have to deal with a crushing deficit. Thanks to the p supportand sacrifice ofCanadians, we have regained our abilityto address the issues and i challenges that are uppermost on theirminds: ourchildrenandyoung people,ourhealth,our communities, and the cutting-edge,knowledge sectors ofthe economy that will yield jobs for m Canadians in the next century. I" I have encloseda copy ofthe Throne Speechandofmy response in the House of p Commons on Wednesday, September 24,1997.

Thereis anew optimism atwork in Canada. An optimismbornofhavingdemonstrated W ourabilityasa nation to set ambitious goals and achieve them - to make great strides in restoring i oureconomyandourcapacity to makechoices asanation. Together, we are poised for anew century ofCanadian achievement.

I hope you find this package useful.

Yours very truly,

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p ALBERTAASSOCIATION of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES

4504 - 101 STREET • EDMONTON ALBERTA T6E 5G9 • TELEPHONE: 436-9375 FAX: 437-5993 LARRY GOODHOPE -Executive Director . ^^fW^

October 8,1997

TO ALL AAMD&C MEMBERS:

Re: Results of Survey on Assessment of Golf Courses

Thank you to all municipalities who participated in our recent survey on assessment procedures for golf courses.

The survey results are summarized as follows:

• 45 municipalities responded to the survey questionnaire • 29 municipalities report that they assess their golf courses at full market value • a further 4 municipalities plan to commence full market value assessment of golf courses in 1998 • 29 municipalities provide for some degree of obsolescence • The percentage applied re: obsolescence ranges from 5-75%, with an average of 37% • 18 municipalities report the levy of both an education tax and a municipal tax on municipally owned golf courses • 5 jurisdictions grant rebates to their municipal courses • 27 jurisdictions do not • 4 jurisdictions grant rebates to their private courses • 37 jurisdictions do not • Of the 7 municipalities who rebate some portion of the taxes levied on golf courses, 3 jurisdictions report 100% rebates • Only one jurisdiction reported any knowledge of practices within their towns and villages with respect to tax rebates for privately owned golf courses. In that instance, the municipal portion of the tax bill is rebated on an annual basis.

Attached please find a spreadsheet detailing the complete survey results. If you have any questions or concerns about the survey results, please do not hesitate to call.

Yours

:ry Goodhope Executive Director

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Member Municipalities Full Mrkt Obsolescence % Municipally Owned Rebate Granted? Details ofRebate Towns/Villages Details Value Education Tax Municipal Tax Municipal Private

Grande Prairie yes yes 75 n/a n/a no no n/a Dont Know n/a

Vulcan

Ponoka

Newell no no yes yes no no Don't Know n/a

Warner yes no yes yes yes no annual. Tax - $4959.81, Rebate - $2,568.85 Dont Know n/a

Stealer yes yes 46 n/a n/a no no n/a Dont Know n/a

TTwrhlld no no n/a n/a no no n/a n/a n/a FortyMile

Beaver yes yes 25* yes yes n/a yes currentyear,Tax « S5.668.9I, Rebate - $900 no n/a

Wctaskiwin no0 no none none n/a no n/a Dont Know n/a

Barrhead yes yes SO yes yes yes currentyear,Tax - $5,979.23, Rebate - $1,614.12 yes annual/municipalportion

Athabasca Smoky Lake

Lacombe yes yes 0.50* yes yes no no no n/a

Wheatland no* yes 10 none none no no n/a no n/a

Mountain View yes yes 40 n/a n/a no no Dont Know n/a

Paintearth

SLPaul yes yes 30-35 yes yes no no n/a Dont Know

Strathcona yes no yes yes no no n/a n/a n/a

Two Hills

Camrose yes yes varies yes yes no no n/a Dont Know n/a

Red Deer yes no yes yes yes yes 1996 year, portion ofmunicipal levy Dont Know n/a

Vermilion River

Lcduc yes yes 50 none none no no n/a Dont Know n/a

Lcthbridge yes y« 10 yes yes no no n/a Dont Know n/a

Minbura no* yes 15 yes yes no no n/a Dont Know n/a

Lac Sic. Anne no no yes yes no no n/a Don' Know n/a Flagstaff no go If courseslocatedin County ofFlagstaff

Lamont

Parkland yes yes 30 no no no no n/a n/a n/a

Cypress yes yes 58 none none no no n/a Dont Know n/a

Cardston

Badlands Bighorn no got rcourses located in MD ofBighorn at present Pincher Creek

Taber yes yes 50 yes yes yes no n/a no n/a ...... ^ j ^& Woodlands no n/a yes yes no no n/a n/a ^•» Grccnvkw & 3 nemg r-wj ™1 v& 6\ ALBERTAASSOCIATION of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES •aa^BBawB—a—awpnn——Miam awfmmaeMamiMMKa^mmsaa^^BmmKmnmmmmmmmBmsmBMMmmmmmmm^^mmmmnBi^mmBBi 4504 - 101 STREET • EDMONTON ALBERTA T6E 5G9 • TELEPHONE: 436-9375 FAX: 437-5993

LARRY GOODHOPE - Executive Director X CD o \ September 24,1997

TO ALL AAMD&C MEMBERS:

Re: Final Recommendations of the Ground Ambulance Services Task Force

The final recommendations of the Ground Ambulance Services Task Force on the Coordination and Funding of Ambulance Services in Alberta was presented to the Honourable Halvar Jonson, Minister of Health, on August 26,1997. r As you may recall, the Ground Ambulance Services Task Force was established by the Minister of Health in October of 1995 to review ambulance service issues, including funding. The nine- member Task Force was chaired by MLA Judy Gordon, and included AAMD&C President Roelof Heinen. The Task Force previously released an interim document entitled "Toward a Model of Governance and Funding of Ground Ambulance Services in Alberta" in the Spring of 1996.

Based on the results of the latest consultation process, the Ground Ambulance Services Task Force has arrived at the following conclusions:

• No new model of governance is required —emphasis should be on a more collaborative approach to service coordination; • Funding for ambulance services should be shared by RHA's, municipalities and federal and provincial governments; • A Basic Life Support (BLS) level of service (includes provision for funding of volunteer operators) be achieved/maintained across the province.

The Task Force makes the following recommendations, focusing on ambulance service coordination and funding:

• ambulance service coordination: • recognizes that ambulance service co-ordination must reflect geographic and demographic diversity • calls for establishment of Regional Ambulance Service Committees (RASC's) by March 31,1998 • RASC's to respect RHA boundaries; • include representation from RHA's and municipalities; • RASC should collaborate with local physicians and ambulance operators • assess unique service needs for individual region • ensure economies of scale re: provision of training etc. • promote public awareness • Physicians in the area to work collaboratively with RASC to provide medical advice, develop medical protocols and facilitate a coordinated approach to air and ground ambulance services.

* ALBERTAASSOCIATION of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS & COUNTIES

4504 - 101 STREET • EDMONTON ALBERTA T6E 5G9 • TELEPHONE: 436-9375 FAX: 437-5993 . ^oti LARRY GOODHOPE - Executive Director Co

October 1,1997

TO ALL AAMD&C MEMBERS:

Re: Ambulance Attendants Registration Requirements

The Alberta Prehospital Professions Association (APPA) has recently put forward a

• proposal for formal standards governing the registration or re-registration of ambulance workers, including Emergency Medical Responders (EMT's), Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT's) and Paramedics.

The APPA has a legislative responsibility under the Health Practices Act to set licensing requirements for ambulance workers. They have put forward the following proposal for discussion purposes: • licenses should be contingent on the applicant having completed at least 200 hours of "patient contact" and trainingtime over the previous two year

* period • stand-by time and management time would no longer eligible to be included in the hourly time • at least 100of the hours must be either "patient contact" or "clinical" training

As this proposal could have a significant impact on the viability of volunteer ambulance services in smaller rural centers, we would encourage you to provide any comments you might have on the proposal directly to Alberta Labour at:

Alberta Labour Technical and Safety Services Professional and Occupations

* 8th Floor, 10808 - 99 Avenue Edmonton, Alberta T5K 0G5

The AAMD&C would appreciate receiving a copy of any submission made to Alberta Labour.

Yours truly, 7

I-afry Goodhope

* Executive Director

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4504 - 101 STREET • EDMONTON ALBERTA T6E 5G9 • TELEPHONE: 436-9375 FAX: 437-5993 LARRY GOODHOPE - Executive Director . u> ***** * f October 1,1997

TO ALL AAMD&C MEMBERS:

Re: WCB Reduction in Employer Premiums

• TheWorker's CompensationBoard (WCB) recently announced a reduction in premiums for Alberta employers for 1998. • The WCB calculates rates within employerrating groups that share similar activities. Within the rating groups, variables such as claims costs and insurable earnings are taken into account over the previous five-year period to arrive at a "rate" for a particular group.

The municipal sector is represented in two separate rating groups —one which includes counties and municipal districts, and one which includes villages, towns and cities. You may recall that several years ago the AAMD&Chad supported the concept of a single rating group for the municipal sector, but was unable to reach a consensus on that issue with our urban counterparts. A compromise I agreement was therefore reached to retain the distinction between rural and urban municipalities in two rating groups.

For 1998, the county and municipal district rate falls to $1.26 per $100 of insurable earnings from the 1997rate of $1.28. Villages, towns and cities will see

* their rate fall to $1.11 per $100 of insurable earnings in 1998 from the 1997rate of $1.18.

Yours truly,

- irry Goodhope Executive Director

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* ALBERTA^SOCIATION_of MUNICIPAL DISTRICTS &COUNTIES

4504 - 101 STREET • EDMONTON ALBERTA T6E 5G9 • TELEPHONE: 436-9375 FAX: 437-5993 ^r^ LARRY GOODHOPE - Executive Director Co «/ -Fl> -

- EXECUTIVE MEETING HIGHLIGHTS

September 25, 1997

* Electrical Deregulation livestock operations. Minister Lund The AAMD&C Board met with clarified the historical role of the Guy Bridgeman (Epcor) and Al Brekke, province with regard to non-indigenous Al Tenney and Bob Baer (Alberta animals under the Controlled Animals Power) to discuss the pending Schedule. Any non-indigenous creature deregulation of the power industry. that poses no threat to native species The industry representatives noted the has always been controlled by "inevitability" of deregulation and the municipal by-law with a further need to manage the process for requirement for a provincial permit. maximum benefit. The Board stressed The recent change in the Controlled the need for rate stability and the Animal Schedule does not add any importance of any advantages in the responsibility to municipalities, but deregulation process accruing to all simply removes the "rubber-stamp" of Albertans. the provincial permit process. Alberta

• Environmental Protection has agreed to assist in developing a draft by-law for Hon. Ed StehnactyHon. Ty Lund municipal use in dealing with non-

• • The Board met with Ministers indigenous animals. The AAMD&C has Stelmach and Lund to discuss: asked legal counsel to prepare a draft • A lack of province wide regulation bylaw, which when completed will be of the intensive livestock industry; circulated to the membership. • Farmland assessment and the alternative of municipalities being permitted to issue business licenses Aboriginal WorkforceParticipation for intensive livestock operations, Initiative and; * The Board met with Beth Buha, a • Concerns regarding a lack of facilitator with the Aboriginal consultation and the impacts of the Workforce Participation Initiative implementation of the Controlled (AWPI) of Indian and Northern Affairs I Animals Schedule on municipalities. Canada. Beth briefed the Board on the Although not in favor of province-wide mandate of AWPI and the current regulations, Minister Stelmach offered situation of aboriginal employment in the services of the Agriculture Canada. The Board agreed to make department's Intensive Livestock Siting information on AWPI available to Team, headed by Dr. Terry Church, as a member municipalities at the upcoming

• resource to municipalities in reviewing Fall Convention. development proposals for intensive ffpt &

Harris Mcconnan - Auditors Report DividendApproval * The Board met with Ian * The Board declared dividends to McConnan of Harris McConnan to AAMD&C members as a result of review this year's audited financial surpluses in the Trading division and statements for Jubilee Insurance and the operations of the insurance agency AAMD&C. The Board re-appointed in the sum of $999,738.07 for 1996/97. Harris McConnan as auditors for the upcoming year. Evaluation Committee for Administrator's Award ofExcellence AAMD&C and FOIP * Based on nominations submitted * The Board directed that a letter from Alberta Rural Municipal be sent to Bob Clark, Information and Adininistrators Association and the Privacy Commissioner, pursuing an Society of Local Government Managers, exemption from FOP for the the AAMD&C Executive has appointed 'jpl Association office. the following individuals to a two year term on the Evaluation Committee for Tire Recyclingand Management Board the Administrator's Award of * The Board has nominated Vice Excellence: President Bruce Willerton to the Tire Recycling and Management Board Chair: AAMD&C Director (TRMB) for a three year term. Sid Hinton District1: Marlene Bowen (SLGM) Ranking System for Resource Roads District2: Herman Epp (ARMAA) Projects District3: Larry Majeski (SLGM) * In response to a request from District4: Roger Laflamme Alberta Transportation and Utilities for (ARMAA) iff) feedback on a ranking system for District5: Kelly Bucninski approval of resource roads projects, the (ARMAA) Board agreed that the AT&U proposal has merit, but will request an The Evaluation Committee will meet opportunity for further consultation L during the month of October to review with its members, before endorsing a nominations for the 1997 R.W. Hay si ranking formula. Award for Outstanding Service in Municipal Adininistration. The Air Brake Endorsements for Volunteer inaugural award will be presented by Firefighters AAMD&C President Roelof Heinen at * The Board directed that a letter the upcoming FallConvention. be sent to Honourable Walter Paszkowski, Minister of Transportation and Utilities, expressing concern with a requirement for volunteer firefighters to

R) hold an air brake endorsement for driving emergency services vehicles. The AAMD&C has requested that the Minister reevaluate his department's policy on this issue as soon as possible. p) $t October 8,1997

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New Deputy Minister ofMunicipal Affairs * Bob Holmes, City of Calgary Transportation and Planning Commissioner has been named as Alberta's new Deputy Minister of Municipal Affairs.

Auditor General Says Road System Potentially atRisk mt * In his Annual Report, Alberta's Auditor General has drawn attention to the deteriorating { condition of Alberta's road system. The Auditor says that the funding now available to support Alberta's $4.4 billion investment in roads and bridges has declined to a point where there is m insufficient funding available to maintain existing infrastructure and provide for additional .(. requirements.

p> Judge's Ruling re: MGB and Non-Profit Exemptions • Court of Queen's- Bench Justice Myra Bielby has ruled that the Municipal Government |™| Board "made an error of law on the face of the record, yielding an unreasonable result" with respect to the Board'sdenial of a property tax exemption for a Ukrainian cultural group. Justice Bielby hasordered the MGB to hearthe case again using the following guidelines: • an exemption shall not be entirely denied simply because the property is used for a non- exempt purpose part of the time • an exemption shall not be denied because the primary users of the property are persons of the Ukrainian heritage.

pi VLT Plebiscites May be Delayed Until Next Municipal Election * Municipal Affairs Minister Iris Evans has given municipalities receiving valid petitions for the removal of video lottery terminals approval to delay holding a vote on the removal of VLT's in their communities until the next municipalelection. i1 News Briefs Strathcona Mayor Welcomes Upgrader October 1,1997 * Strathcona Mayor Vern Hartwell * The County of Red Deer has hired welcomes an announcement by Shell Wes Stambaugh, currently a director of Canada Limited to develop a $1.8 billion environmental services for the Town of upgrader in Strathcona County. The facility, Banff, to become the county's new chief expected to be operational in 2002, will administrative officer at the end of October. create 2,200 jobs during the construction Mr. Stambaugh replaces the retiring Lome phase and create 200 permanent jobs on McLeod. project completion.

September 17,1997 •pi * The M.D. of Lesser Slave River council have decided to split the Employment Opportunity municipality into two wards, elect three representatives from each ward, and elect a M.D. of Provost Reeve from the M.D. at large. The new Special Constable/ Bylaw Enforcement Officer boundary guidelines will be put in place for The M.D. of Provost is currently seeking a full-time the 1998 election year. Special Constable/ Bylaw Enforcement Officer to provide municipal enforcement for the M.D. September 9,1997 The Special Constable will be responsible for * The County of Newell and the Town enforcing a selection of Provincial Statutes and ofBrooks have mutually agreed to postpone Municipal Bylaws, as well as carrying out other a Municipal Government Board hearing related duties. scheduled to examine the Town's annexation proposal. The delay was Applicants with Special Constable or related experience are preferred. This person must be instituted at the suggestion of the MGB in qualified to be appointed as a Special Constable by order to give the two sides time to resume Alberta Justice. The person will be supervised by the negotiations on the matter. local RCMP or M.D. Council.

The salary range for the position is $35,000.00 - $45,000.00.

Please forward resume, including qualifications, Notices experience and references to: w\ Rod Hawken, Administrator Parkland County Address Change Box 300 * Parkland County offices will be Provost, Alberta closed on Friday October 31stand Monday, T0B3S0 November 3rd to facilitate a relocation to Phone: 403-753-2434 their new County Centre. Parkland Fax: 403-753-6432 County's new mailing address is: Applications must be received by October 24,1997. Parkland County 53109ASH779 We thank all applicants for their interest in this Parkland County, Alberta position and advise that only those called for interviews will be contacted. T7Z1R1 fp\ b% October 1,1997

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Agriculture Lease Review Committee to HoldPublic Hearings * Tom Thurber, Chairman of the provincial government's Agricultural Lease Review Committee has announced the details of the Committee's public consultation process. The Committee will hold meetings with interested groups and members of the public in 20locations across Alberta in October and November. Meeting dates and locations are as follows:

Brooks Heritage Inn 1:30p.m., October 20,1997 Medicine Hat Lodge 7:00 p.m., October 20,1997 El Rancho Travelodge, Lethbridge 1:30 and 7:00 p.m., October 21,1997 Nanton Community Centre 1:30 p.m., October 22,1997 Western Heritage Centre, Cochrane 7:00 p.m., October 22,1997 Blackfoot Inn, Calgary 1:30 and 7:00 p.m., October 23,1997 Drumheller Inn 1:30 p.m., November 3,1997 Red Deer Lodge 7:00 p.m., November 3,1997 Rocky Mountain House Centre 1:30 p.m., November 4,1997 -PEasyford Hall, Drayton Valley Area 7:00 p.m., November 4,1997 Royal Canadian Legion,Wainwright 1:30 p.m., November 5,1997 St. Paul Senior Citizens Club 7:00 p.m., November 5,1997 McArthur Place, Lac La Biche 1:30 p.m., November 6,1997 Westlock Inn 7:00 p.m., November 6,1997 Edsonand DistrictRecreation Complex 1:30 p.m., November 12,1997 Wt Regency Hotel, Edmonton 1:30 and 7:00 p.m., November 13,1997 Fort Vermilion Community and Cultural Complex 1:30 p.m., November 24,1997 Traveller's Motor Hotel, Peace River 7:00 p.m., November 24,1997 High Prairie Inn 1:30 p.m., November 25,1997 ^ Golden Inn, Grande Prairie 7:00 p.m., November 25,1997

Anyone wishing to make a presentation to the Committee is asked to book a time at the location of their choice by phoning Mr. R.T. Marvin at (403) 427-3595. Written submissions will be accepted by the Committee until November 30,1997 and can be mailed or faxed to #200, 7000 -

H% 113 Street, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5T6 Fax: (404) 422-4244 E-Mail: [email protected] Alberta MLA's to consult on National Unity this Fall All three parties represented in the Alberta Legislature have announced anon-partiTan'& consultation effort, involving all Alberta MLA's, on Canadian unity. Starting in October, Albertans are invited to participate in public consultations via an information mail-out and survey sent to each household in Alberta, communications with local MLA's, a toll-free 1-800 line, or an Internet website. For further information, please contact Hal Danchilla, Alberta Government (403) 427-2585, Mary Macdonald, Alberta Liberals (403) 427-7241, or Brian Kin* Alberta New Democrats (403) 415-0944.

VLT's to be Removed from Sylvan Lake PI Premier Ralph Klein has announced that the provincial government will act on the wishes of plebiscite voters in Sylvan Lake by removing video lottery terminals from the community as early as this week.

RecentAAMD&C Circulars * A report reviewing the scientific data andliterature available on the impacts of the Recent materials circulated by the oil and gas industry on the health of cattle AAMD&C include the following: has been released by Alberta Agriculture, Food and Rural Development. A copy of A • Discussion Paper regarding anew Traffic Literature Review and Discussion of the Safety Act - request for response to Toxicological Hazards of Oilfield PI Pollutants in Cattle is available from Dr. AT&U Robert Coppock, DMV, at the Alberta • AT&U reviewof regulatory provisions Research Council, Phone: (404) 427-0391 at a regarding commercial vehicle inspections cost of $30.00. andmaintenance - request for feedback to AT&U • Summary of recommendations from Equipment For Sale Ground Ambulance Task Force County of Barrhead Agriculture Service Board Notices FOR SALE BYTENDER The County of Barrhead, Agriculture Service Board has the following items forsale: * The University of Victoria's Local One (1) Pearson CattleSqueeze Government Institute is seeking One (1) Paul Cattle Scale membership from local municipalities. The Two (2) Calf Cradles

Institute assists local officials by identifying All equipment may be viewed at the Agricultural Service Board management practices and production EquipmentYard. Squeeze for saleis yellow in color. Scalehas the alternatives that have resulted in improved number 1 spray painted on the side. Beam is kept at ASB office. Calf cradles 1 yellow, 1 white, both are reversible.! All above service delivery to local governments in equipment will be sold as is. pr Canada. Institute membership rates for Further questions may be directed to Marilyn Flock or Bob Black local governments are $150.00 for at the County Office (403) 674-3331. municipalities with a population of less than Sealed tenders will be taken until 4:30p.m. October 10,1997 at the 10,000 and $300.00 for municipalities with a County of Barrhead Administration Office, 5306-49 Street, population of more than 10,000. For more Barrhead, Alberta T7N1N5. information, phone (250) 472-4162. The County of Barrhead treats all tenders as offers which have no bindingeffect on the Councilunless and until formally accepted in writing. The County reserves the right to acceptor reject your tenderand is not necessarily bound to accept the highest tender. VP DRAYTON VALLEY REGIONAL LANDFILL AUTHORITY

The Minutes of the Meeting of the Drayton Valley Regional Landfill Authority Meeting, held on Tuesday August 12,1997, at 8:00 a.m. at the Drayton Valley Civic Centre

THOSE PRESENT: Councillor Thomas, Drayton Valley Reeve Guyon, M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 CouncillorStarling, M.D. of BrazeauNo. 77 Juleta Severson-Baker, P.LA.D. Manny Deol, Town Manager ManjeetSaran,Town Engineer Suzanne Armstrong, Recording Secretary

CALLTO ORDER

Chairman Thomas called the meeting to order at 8:00 a.m.

APPrnONS/DELETIONSTO THE AGENDA

The following item was added to the agenda:

8(e)SiteGuidelines - WasterTransfer Stations - added

ADOPTION OFTHE AGENDA

RESOLUTION #1

ReeveGuyon moved thatthe agenda for the August 12,1997 Drayton Valley Regional Landfill AuthorityMeeting be adoptedas amended. p>

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADOPTION OF MINUTES

There were no corrections to the minutes.

RESOLUTION #2

Councillor Starling movedthattheminutes of theJuly 8,1997 Drayton Valley Regional Landfill Authority Meeting be adopted as presented.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY pt STATUS OF MATTERS FROM PREVIOUS MEETING p ReeveGuyon noted thatthe drainage ditchseems to havea lot of garbage in it Mr. Saran advised that MCL is working on improving it (will be putting up a fence) and conditions will improve shortly. P Itwas also noted that the garbage compactor is working very well atthe Landfill Site. m PAUL FIRST NATION

The Paul First Nation is seeking financial assistance fortheir27thPOW -WOW events. m, y DRAYTON VALLEY REGIONAL LANDFILL AUTHORITY MEETING AUGUST 12,1997 PAGE TWO

A letter will besent to them advising that theLandfill Authority does not have a donation policy.

RESOLUTION #4

Reeve Guyon moved that the letter from the Paul First Nation be accepted as information.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

CANADIAN WASTE SERVICE - OUT OF BOUNDARY RATES

Canadian Waste Management Service is requesting that the out of boundary rates belowered from $35/tonne to$25/tonne.

It was noted that the Authority has approved an integrated waste management plan/study which will address the issue of out of boundary waste coming to Drayton Valley. Therefore, the Authority proposes that the decision on this requestto reduce theratesbe delayed until the study is completed.

RESOLUTION #5

Reeve Guyon moved that the request by Canadian Waste Services to reduce the out of boundary rates from $35/tonne to $25/tonne be delayed until the study is completed by P.LA.D.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

LAND PURCHASE

The application for subdivision and rezoning was submitted to the M.D. The M.D. Council has tabled the decision in this matter as there were numerous concerns raised by the area residents.

A suggestion was forthcoming that an information meeting be set with concerned citizens to help them understand the issue. Councillor Starling feels there is a need to get the message across about the entire landfill/recycling issue. This could be an opportunity to educate the public in this regard. A date of late September or early October was suggested. This would give the Authority time to come up with a specific plan, detailing the exact use of this additional land (buffer zone, dry waste storage, tire compound, recycle area). It will also allow time for P.LA.D. to complete their study.

RESOLUTION #6

ReeveGuyon moved that a public meeting be held in late September or early October to inform residents of the intended use of the site, as well as educate them about the goals and future plans for the land fill/recycling centres.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 4 ; \fi> I DRAYTONVALLEY REGIONAL LANDFILL AUTHORITY MEETING AUGUST 12,1997 p PAGE THREE ^ ' TRANSFER STATION CONTRACT !f Mr. Saran inquired about the tendering process for the transfer station contract Some direction is needed - the current contracts should be reviewed. An option is to go to individual pickup in the outlying areas, randclosedown the transfer stations. It was suggestedthat a letterbe sent to the M.D. regarding the structure of the transfer station contract with hopes of receivinginput by the end of October 1997. f RESOLUTION #7 i Reeve Guyon moved that a letter be sent to the M.D. requesting n their inputregarding thestructure ofthe transfer station contract with informationto be forthcoming by theend of October. The ^ option ofgoing to individual pickup with also be considered. p CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY j

INFORMATION ITEMS

I The following information items were reviewed:

- status report of the Landfill Expansion Plan p - letter from the M.D. #77- LandfillCapital Budget ! -TRMA update

P.I.A.P. - SUMMER COMMUNITY EDUCATION PROGRAM SSI JuletaSeverson-Bakerreviewed the highlightsof the above program:

- Over 700 brochures have been distributed to schools, the pool, Omniplex, health food store, Town office and through the commercial waste survey -17 school workshopswereconducted with 436 studentsparticipating - 2 adultworkshops re: composting, hazardous waste and water quality - participated in Rodeo Parade - 60 articles in the newspaper/public service announcements The program will continue until the end of September with school workshops being given to those students in grades7 -12. It was noted thatthese pamphlets should be made available at the M.D. office and the various transfer station sites. m RESOLUTION #8

ReeveGuyon moved to acceptthe reporton P.LA.D.'sSummer Community Education Program as information.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY V> DRAYTON VALLEY REGIONAL LANDFILL AUTHORITY MEETING AUGUST 12,1997 PAGE FOUR

Tour of Transfer Station Sites

Councillor Starling suggested the Authority take a tour of the various transfer station sites. Thedate ofSaturday, September 6,1997 was chosen as the date to tour theTransfer Station Sites. Those going on the tour will meetat Caesar'sfor breakfast at 8:00am prior to the tour.

ADJOURNMENT

RESOLUTION #9

CouncillorStarling moved that the August 12,1997 meeting of the Drayton ValleyRegional LandfillAuthority adjourn at 9:35am.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

CHAIRMAN

TOWN MANAGER \t DRAYTON VALLEY REGIONAL LANDFILL AUTHORITY The Minutes of the Meeting of the Drayton Valley Regional Landfill Authority Meeting, held on Tuesday September 23,1997, at 8:00 a.m. at the Drayton Valley CivicCentre

THOSE PRESENT: Councillor Thomas, Drayton Valley Reeve Guyon, M.D.of Brazeau No. 77 Councillor Starling,M.D.of Brazeau No. 77 Councillor RicIrwin, Drayton Valley John Kelly,Bel-MK Engineering Ltd. SteveJohnson, Environmental Protection Manny Deol,Town Manager IP ManjeetSaran,Town Engineer Suzanne Armstrong, RecordingSecretary

p CALL TO ORDER

ChairmanThomas calledthe meeting toorderat 8:00 a.m. If PURPOSE OF MEETING

This special meeting is being held to address the issue of the proposed rlandpurchasefor future expansion ofthelandfill, andto addressconcerns brought forward by residentsofthe M.D.

lohn Kelly, Bel-MK Engineerine p Mr. Kelly distributed a handout he had prepared which addresses the following issues:

background informationregardingthe landfill informationregarding the potential purchase ofadditionallands to the west concerns expressed in letters from residents map of the area

Mr. Kelly reviewed the above information. The followingcomments were made by Authority members:

definition of "municipal wastes"isrequired under the information regarding thepotential purchase of additionallands - it wassuggested that the"intentof purchase" should follow the item - "potential uses".

Mr. Kelly noted that the approximate savings that could be realized by using the additional land as a source of clay material for capping landfill cells was in the area of $140,000 - $160,000. r Anticipated Questions

Q What guarantee does the publichave that the Landfill Authority won't change its mind and decideto use this additional land for wet waste?

p A The Authority would have to apply to Alberta Environmentand have their licenceamended and would have to go through the entire approval processagainfora different typeof licence. I

PAGE TWO & Q Regarding current state of the landfill -some people feel we aren't doing a good job already (not being covered each day) -ifwe can't control the area we have now, how can we expect tocontrol ' additional land? A Itwas suggested that the Land Officer from the M.D. should put forward certain conditions that could be attached in the form of an agreement, prior tosubdivision approval beinggiven. Itwas also suggested that John Kelly should explain the current I operation andsetupofthe Landfill at the public meeting. I Areas to Be Stressed Additional land will NOT be used for wet waste - dry waste only Stress public's responsibility with regard to recycling The inclusion ofP.I.A.D.'s report atthe meeting (if ready) Stress we are looking atadditional sites for future use (15-20years down the road)

Throw outthe idea ofmaybe buying land around the landfill and r leasing it back to the owners.

Get and include observations from local realtors regarding land

• values in the area

Residents Concerns

The residents concerns were reviewed by Mr. Kelly. Bel-MK will draw up a profile of the barrier to show you won't beable to see thelandfill from RR75.

Mr. Johnson from Alberta Environment will be present at the public meeting to advise the residents of all theapprovals that must be in place l to operate the landfill under its current licence. Date of Public Meeting l Public meeting will beheld onThursday, November 27,1997 at 7:30pm. Meeting place yet to be identified (notthe M.D. or Town office)

Alberta Environment, Bel-MK, P.LA.D., members of the Landfill Authority and administration staff tobepresent

I Handout to berevised by Bel-MK and distributed at meeting.

Bring drawingof future concept oflandfill/recreation site to meeting

Advertise meeting in earlyNovember

• Invite people who wrote letters of concern l IP

Pi l> PAGE THREE

p * Invite both Counciland P.I.A.D. representatives * Invite RitaMatthews, Development Officer forthe M.D.

* Order for speaking at meeting- DaveThomas - Chair -John Kelly,Bel-MK - Steve Johnson, Environment

PI - Rita Matthews, Development Officer - Questions from the Public

It was suggested that we meet an hour beforethe publicmeeting (6:30pm) to finalizeall arrangements. It was alsosuggestedthat RitaMatthewsbe invited to a regular landfill meeting, prior to this public meeting, to review this issue.

Adjournment

Resolution#1

CouncillorStarlingmoved to adjournthe meetingat 10:00am.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

CHAIRMAN

TOWN MANAGER pS)

p tf 0' ?:r"^GQjG~R^SSROADS REGIONAL HEALTH AUTHORITY /jL... ^ 'J !/ ?; Board of Directors i-~--.^Jj^ci> 1997 September 4

PRESENT: Ed Chubocha, Chair Moe Hamdon Dr. Deo Smith Judy Sydenham John Maude Dr. P. Chengalath Colleen Andersen Pearl Livingston Dr. P. Schnee Ray Bolton Rick Wilson Peter Langelle Frank Dyck Wallace Wilson Alvina Burns Pat Greenhough Barb Wright

Also present were: Mrs. Janet Young, C.O.O. Mrs. Gladys Procyshen, C.O.O. Mr. Garry Cockbain Mike Campbell, Regional Director Communication Michelle Huley, Leduc Representative

Absent:

r CALL TO ORDER E. Chubocha called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m. at Leduc Hospital & Health Centre.

APPROVAL OF AGENDA ,E. Chubocha asked if there were any requests for additions to the agenda. It was requested that under the Business Arising from the Minutes the following be added: a. Municipalities Meeting - Breton b. Boundary Review. It was requested that under New Business 7.c. LTC Concerns be added.

MOTION: Barb Wright movedthe adoption of the agenda with the addition of the above requests. Seconded by Pearl Livingston.

—MOTION CARRIED

pi Crossroads RHA Meeting 1997 September 4 Page 2 $ n PRESENTATIONS

Rev. Frank Schmidt. E. Chubocha welcomed Frank Schmidt, Pastoral Care and invited himto Pastoral Care give an overview of the Pastoral Care Services in Crossroads.

Rev. Frank Schmidt gave an overview of his Pastoral Care duties and responsibilities and provided a handout summarizing his goals and objectives for 97 and 98 and overall mandate in providing Pastoral Care throughout the region.

Ed Chubocha thanked Rev. Schmidt for his presentation and gave opportunity for the Board to ask questions. J. Sydenham asked if he was involved in Palliative Care and he indicated that he was on the Palliative Care committee and he also accepts referrals from Home Care. F. Dyck asked if he was receiving good support from the local ministerials. He indicated that he had a good relationship with the Ministerial Associations in all three communities - Drayton Valley, Leduc and Wetaskiwin. P. Livingston clarified that Rev. Schmidt does work closely with ministers of the patients and staff in providing spiritual support and counselling.

Barb Trzaska E. Chubocha welcomed Barb Trzaska, Regional Director Finance and Regional Director. asked her to give her presentation. Finance B. Trzaska gave an overview of the Finance Department and the functions of the Finance Department since Regionalization.

E. Chubocha thanked Barb for her presentation. F. Dyck asked what pi portion of the budget was spent on salaries. B. Trzaska indicated that she wasn't sure but would guess that approximately 75-80% was salaries. M. Hamdon thanked Barb for her presentation and indicated that although he was quite critical of the Finance Department in the past he would like to express his thanks and commendation on how well the Finance Department has done and that reports being provided to the Board are now timely and complete.

PREVIOUS MINUTES

The minutes of the August 7, 1997 Board of Directors meeting were reviewed. MOTION: F. Dyck moved that the minutes of August 7, 1997 be approved as presented. Seconded by P. Greenhough —MOTION CARRIED

s Crossroads RHA Meeting 1997 September 4 Page 3 W

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

Municipalities Mtg J. Sydenham gave an brief report on the meeting held with Municipalities Breton and MLA's, August 28, 1997. Municipalities present at the meeting indicated that communication was good between the RHA and the municipalities, and appreciated this type of forum as well as it provided good open communication.

It was suggested that a survey be sent to the Municipalities indicating the type of information currently being sent from the RHA with a request for feedback as to what kind of information they would like to continue to pi receive.

MOTION: John M. moved that the report be accepted. Seconded by R. Bolton. p —MOTION CARRIED

Boundary Review B. Wright indicated that apparently some surveys were being conducted in Leduc with respect to the Boundary Review and some other issues. She asked M. Campbell if he was aware of these surveys. M. Campbell indicated that he was not aware of who was responsible for surveys other than a survey the City of Leduc was doing which was only based on the Boundary Review. M. Campbell asked Michelle Huley, Leduc Rep., if she was aware of who was conducting surveys and she indicated that she did not know. M. Campbell indicated that results of the surveys have not been made public yet and he has not seen any initial survey results. The Board requested that once the results of the surveys are made public, that these be faxed to all the members. M. Campbell will ensure this is done.

F. Dyck indicated his concern with the Boundary Review and the comments made by the Mayor of Leduc concerning their wishes to leave Crossroads and join Capital Health. P. Langelle indicated that the Chairman of Capital Health did meet with the City of Leduc and guarantees of services and enhancements were requested, but these guarantees were not forthcoming from Capital Health Authority.

F. Dyck asked Dr. Deo Smith to update the Board as to the decision made by the Leduc physicians to favour Leduc going to Capital Health Authority. Dr. D. Smith indicated that in a meeting with Leduc physicians, an unanimous decision was made to do a presentation to the Boundary Review Committee in favour of Leduc joining Capital Health Authority. Dr. Deo Smith indicated that the underlying reason for the decision by the Leduc physicians was a lack of trust for the Crossroads Regional Health Authority. He felt that more discussion regarding this could be very time consuming and itwas suggested that the Board meet Crossroads RHA Meeting 1997 September 4 Page 4 A\) r with the Leduc physicians on another date to further discuss their concerns and reasons for wanting to join Capital Health Authority.

Dr. Deo Smith referred to an article published by the Crossroads Communications Department which was in local newspapers in August/97 and expressed concern regarding some of the comments. First he referred to the section under 'Did you Know' which says that a province wide survey found "87% of Crossroads residents rating the care they received as excellent or good, and that Crossroads has one of the lowest complaint levels of any health region in Alberta". Dr. Deo Smith is asked if this survey was broken down further as to where they received their health care and M. Campbell indicated that this information was not provided in the survey results.

Dr. Deo Smith also referred to the same article and felt that the comments indicating that "after a year of planning, a new Regional orthopedic joint replacement program will be centered in the Leduc Hospital and Health Centre" and that "a Urology Program is planned for the coming year" were inaccurate. Both P. Langelle and R. Wilson indicated that this has been identified for over a year. They indicated that an Orthopedic Program was identified as a needed service for Crossroads at an initial Medical Manpower Planning meeting and has been discussed on several occasions over the past years. P. Livingston indicated that when she first came on the board, she indicated that the CEO did give her some information of upcoming programs and services being sought, and the services of an Orthopod was on it. R. Bolton also indicated that this has been on the board table for 2-3 years and that perhaps the wording of the motion at the June/97 could have acknowledged these discussions of the past. Dr. Chengalath indicated that privileges have been granted to an Urologist, pending the completion of his fellowship and license from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, which he indicated have both been granted in the past couple of weeks, and the physician is making plans for his move to the Crossroads Region. This will require registration with the Alberta College of Physicians & Surgeons. Dr. Chengalath acknowledged that until the physician has actually moved and set up a practice in the pi region, changes can occur but anticipates that this physician will carry out his plan to provide a Urology Program in our region soon. pi Dr. Deo Smith asked if a public forum would be held to get the views of the public regarding the Boundary Review. B. Wright indicated that the p City of Leduc did give an opportunity to the public to phone in with their 1 opinions. Results of these have not been available. Mr. Langelle indicated that the deadline for submissions regarding Boundary Review p was August 23, 1997 therefore it would be too late to provide any more information to the Boundary Review Committee for their consideration. Mr. Chubocha indicated that an opportunity was given to the City of Crossroads RHA Meeting 1997 September 4 Page 5 1i

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Leduc in October/96 and April/97 to let the RHA know what their feelings were regarding the Boundary Review but it was only just prior to the Public Meetings with the Boundary Review Committee that they released their preference to be part of Capital Health Authority.

F. Dyck indicated that it would be more appropriate for the City of Leduc to hold a forum to get the residents of Leduc's public opinion in order

•p) that they may make statements based on research and/or polls.

B. Wright felt that it was not the Board's responsibility to initiate a public forum, as the Board does not desire any change in the boundaries of the Crossroads region. R. Wilson indicated that it should not matter to the public what region they are in, but rather that the public are receiving good health care.

MOTION: J. Maude moved that the above discussion be accepted as information. F. Dyck seconded the motion. --MOTION CARRIED

REPORTS p Environmental Nothing to Report Health

Council of Regional Nothing to Report Chairs and/or CEO Meetings

Human Resources No meeting held

Physician Liaison No meeting held (. Council

pn

Finance Committee The minutes of August 27,1997 were provided as information. J. Maude reviewed the minutes and indicated that an Investor's group gave a presentation and Administration has been asked to investigate other RHA practices in investing before a recommendation is made to the Board. He also indicated that the Finance Committee is requesting that pi Administration forward a letter to the Wetaskiwin Health Foundation requesting financial support of the Handivan, as the County of Wetaskiwin did not approve future funding for the Handivan. J. Maude also indicated that funding from APWSS for renovations has been received for the Leduc Hospital.

J. Maude reviewed the following reports: • Statement of Operations - July 1997 pi Ai> Crossroads RHA Meeting 1997 September 4 Page 6

Statement of Financial Position Balance Sheet - July 1997

MOTION: F. Dyck moved and was seconded by W. Wilson that the recommendations and report of the Finance Committee be accepted as presented. —MOTION CARRIED

Physician Resource No meeting held. Planning

Ambulance Liaison No meeting held

Medical Reports Dr. Paul Schnee, Medical Officer of Health provided a written report of activities for information. Dr. Paul Schnee indicated that the Beaumont Health Needs Study will be ready for the November Board meeting and the Health of the Region Report will be available to the Board in October. A letter to Dr. John Waters from Dr. P. Schnee regarding the future of the Provincial Health Authorities Appeal Board Review dated August 1, 1997 was provided as information. Dr. Schnee also provided a list of Communicable Diseases Analysis of Crossroads for information.

Dr. P. Chengalath, C.O.O. Medical Affairs

Dr. P. Chengalath indicated that Dr. Foda, Urologist has passed his exam and has received his license through the Alberta College of Physicians and Surgeons Alberta and is making plans to begin practice in the Crossroads Region, based in the Leduc Hospital.

Dr. Farooq, Surgeon who was given privileges, has decided not to make .the move to the Crossroads Region. pi Dr. Chengalath reported that the Obstetrics/Surgery/Pediatric Clinical Committee has standardized the Order sheets throughout the region.

Dr. Chengalath indicated that he has been appointed to the Rural Physician Action Plan Coordinating Committee. Dr. Chengalath expressed some concern that the availability of rural physicians are becoming less, and due to upcoming retirements in the Crossroads region, there will be vacancies. He indicated that Crossroads have not been successful in recruiting through the Rural Physicians Action Plan in the past, but it is hopeful that through the Physician's Fair, family practitioner's will be recruited. He feels that physician recruitment needs to be a priority of the Board.

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Dr. Deo Smith indicated that there was no MAC meeting held in August so he does not have a meeting to report on. He indicated that he was gone for a portion of the summer and upon his return he noticed the extreme stuffiness in the Leduc Hospital. He was advised that air conditioning was turned off to save energy and expressed his concern regarding this decision, as it did not provide a healthy environment for the patients. Mr. Peter Langelle indicated that the energy consumption at peak times drive the premiums for the whole year and therefore it is critical that the energy consumption be monitored and he suspects that an inappropriate P decision was made during a peak consumption time. Mr. Langelle indicated that the shedding of the use of electricity should not be in the Air Conditioners and/or fans but will check with the Regional Director the appropriateness of decisions made in monitoring the energy consumption during peak times.

Dr. Deo Smith expressed concern raised by a patient regarding the perception that Home Care Services are continually being cut in the number of hours being provided. Mr. Langelle indicated that available hours for Home Care are 20% higher than they were last year and that services are being provided based on parameters established. An assessment process is carried out as to the appropriate services and a third party appeal process is available for those clients not happy with the services being provided. Mr. Langelle suggested that if people are not pleased with the available service, their concerns should be forwarded to the RHA office for review.

R. Bolton indicated that the Board does need to address these

1si concerns as he has received calls regarding the lack of Home Care available.

Mr. Langelle again indicated that the RHA office is not aware of an inordinate number of complaints about home care, but if there are instances where people are not receiving home care service, specific cases must be brought to the attention of the RHA Administrations© that these can be addressed.

MOTION: C. Andersen moved that this report be accepted as presented, R. Bolton •p seconded the motion. —MOTION CARRIED

Community Health No Meeting held. J. Sydenham asked ifthe CHC Recommendations in Council their Annual Report would be addressed at the Board retreat. Mr. Langelle indicated that this would be added to the agenda. Crossroads RHA Meeting 1997 September 4 Page 8 pi \

Utilization Committee P. Livingston indicated that the Human Resources will not be meeting until October 1, 1997, therefore a response regarding Parking will not reach the Utilization Committee in time for their review before the next board meeting. B. Wright agreed to see if the Human Resource Committee could meet before October 1, 1997 to give a response to the Parking issue.

Bylaw Review Nothing to report. Committee

Adhoc Committees Nothing to report.

Regional Committees No meetings.

CORRESPONDENCE

AB Health re: A letter dated August 15, 1997 from the Minister of Health conditionally Business Plan 97/98 - approving the revised Business Plan, requesting that regional targets 2000 for self-reported health status be determined by August 29,1997. This regional target has been determined and a revised copy of the Business Plan was provided to the Board and sent to the Minister with a covering letter. This will also be added to the Board Strategic Review retreat. Some discussion took place regarding the time and place of the Board retreat. MOTION: F. Dyck moved that the Retreat start at 4:00 p.m., on the 29th and continue on September 30,1997. Seconded by C. Andersen. —MOTION CARRIED

Stanley Consulting A letter dated August 7,1997 expressing thanks for the facility tour Group Facility Tour to the Ukrainian delegation was provided as information.

PHAA - PHA Rep to A letter dated August 18/97 from PHAA advising that Mr. Jim Rural Physician Ramsbottom and Dr. P. Chengalath have been appointed to represent Action Plan Comm. the Health Authorities on the Rural Physician Action Plan Coordinating committee was provided as information.

PHAA Executive A memo indicating that the membership on the PHAA Executive Committee Election Committee expires in September/97 was provided as information. The Terms of Reference for the Executive Committee were also provided as information.

School Facilities Letter dated August 21/97 inviting public & education stakeholders Task Force to present its views on the issues in the discussion paper regarding

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Discussion Paper new school facilities capital plan was reviewed. Mr. Chubocha indicated that in school facility planning, needs for health education must be considered and that he felt it was important that we respond. MR. Langelle indicated that he has forwarded this letter to G. Procyshen for her response to the Task Force regarding this discussion paper. A copy of the submission will be available to the Board at the next board meeting.

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Policy on J. Sydenham suggested that the Bylaw Review Committee review this "Presentation to policy. the Board"

MOTION: J. Sydenham moved that discussion regarding this be deferred to the Bylaw Committee Review as well as to the Board Retreat. Seconded by J. Maude. —MOTION CARRIED

Crossroads Sick Mr. Langelle indicated that he provided this as information to the Board. Time Report

LTC R. Bolton indicated that he has received calls regarding concern of patients waiting placement that have been sent outside their home

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October 2, 1997 - Breton Health Centre

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MOTION: J. Maude moved that meeting be adjourned at 3:40 p.m. Seconded by P. Greenhough. —MOTION CARRIED

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Highlights of the September17,1907 Regular School Board Meeting held at Rocky Mountain House, Alberta

Trustees were served with formal notice of the annual Organizational Meeting of the Board, to be held October 15.1997. The Organizational Meeting Is held to elect the Board Chair and Vice-Chair, as well astrustees representatives to committees and outside organizations. Approval was given for the construction of two additional tennis courts by the Town on Division property in Rocky Mountain House. Construction will be done at no cost to the Board. The Division's Early Retirement Incentive Plan was reviewed. The Board decided to retain the plan in effect for the 1997/98 school year. Consideration will be given for its continuation in 1998/00 during budget preparation this spring. The Board continued its policy review process, intended to provide a regular review of all policies to ensure they remain current and relevant to the needs of the Division, Eight policies were reviewed and reaffirmed or amended. The Freedom of Information and Protection ofPrivacy Policy was given second reading. The architectural firm of Group 2from Red Deer, and the construction management firm of Stuart Olson Construction provided an information update with respect to the planning for the Eldorado School modernization and addition. Design alterations have been made In an attempt to meet recently increased construction costs. The Board subsequently agreed to sponsor a resolution to the Alberta School Boards Association Zone 4requesting Alberta Education consider emergency funding for school capital projects which were approved prior to Increase In construction costs. The Administrative Services Consultant, Mr. A. Sehn, provided a comprehensive presentation of 1996/97 achievement test and diploma examination results. Satisfaction survey results were reviewed by the Board. Administration outlined the steps to be taken to incorporate this valuable feedback into individual school plans for the 1897/98 school year. The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Board is October 16,1997 at 10:00 a.m. in the Board Room atthe M.D. of Brazeau Council Chambers in Drayton Valley.

Forfurther information, contact: James P. McLellan Superintendentof Schools (403) 845-3376 or1-800-771-0537 ^ MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF BRAZEAU NO. 77 HELD AT THE M.D. ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, DRAYTON VALLEY, ON THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25TH, 1997.

CALL TO ORDER W. Tweedle called the meeting to order at 9:02 a.m.

PRESENT W. Tweedle, Member J. Coombes, Member J. Starling, Member L. Fleishhacker, Member-at-Large D. Wiltse, Member-at-Large R. Matthews, Planning, Development &Land Officer A. Boulter, Secretary David Verveda Allen Vogel

ADDITIONS TO R. Matthews requested that a discussion be held respecting the next AGENDA meeting.

ADOPTION 103/97 J. Starling movedthatthe agenda be adopted, as presented. OF AGENDA UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED

ADOPTION OF 104/97 D. Wiltse moved that the Minutes of the 97 09 11 Municipal MINUTES PlanningCommission Meeting be adopted, as presented.

UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED

APPLICATION APPLICATION FOR DEVELOPMENT PERMIT FOR - NATURAL RESOURCE PROCESSING INDUSTRY DEVELOPMENT (CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OFASOUR OIL BATTERY) PERMIT PT. OF SE 5-48-7-W5M APPLICANT: ELK POINT RESOURCES INC. REGISTERED OWNER: ALBERTA ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION, LAND AND FORESTRY SERVICES REPORT NO.: DO-94-97

DaveVerveda advisedthat all adjacentlandowners within the 1.5 km radius of the site have been notified and they have had copies of their letters acknowledged byall butoneoftheadjacent landowners. Dave Verveda advised thatthe only landowner thatthey required approval from was Cecil Anderson and a copy of that letter along with the others has been provided to the Commission members for their information. D. Verveda advised that all of the A.E.U.B. requirements have been met. D. Verveda asked about the condition respecting fire suppression and R. Matthews advised that this was up to Sheldon Fuson under the Fire Safety Discipline to decide what was satisfactory. 105/97 D. Wiltse moved to approve the application, subject to the following conditions: 1. That atl applicable provincial and federal approvals beobtained. 2. That a valid andsubsisting Lease bemaintained with Alberta Environmental pi Protection for the use of the lands as approved herein. MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - PAGE 2 - September 25th, 1997 'WH i\

The developer shall enter into a Road Use Agreement with the Public Works Department of the Municipal District ofBrazeauNo. 77.

Minimum Setback Regulations: (a) Front Yard: 10.0 m (33.0 ft), except where the front yard is bounded by the right-of-way of any adjoining township or range road, secondary road or primary highway, in which case the minimum front yard distance shall be 40.0 m (131.0 ft) from the road right-of-way. (b) SideYard: 6.0 m (20.0 ft), except where the side yard is bounded by the right-of-way of any adjoining township or range road, secondary road or primary highway, in which case the minimum side yarddistanceshallbe 40.0m (131.0ft) from the road right-of-way. (c) RearYard: 7.5 m (25.0 ft), except where the rear yard is bounded by the right-of-way of any adjoining township or range road, secondary road or primary highway, in which case the minimum distanceshallbe 40.0m(131.0ft) from the road right-of- way. 5. The Developer shall secure legal and physical access to the proposed development.

6. AnacceptableEmergency ResponsePlan shall be presentedand approval obtained from the certified SafetyCodes Officer under the Fire Discipline (Sheldon Fuson - 542-5327).

7. Provision of an on-site water supplyforfiresuppression purposes shall be maintained.

8. A minimumbuffer strip of 30 m (100 ft)shall be preserved from the top of the bank of any waterbody. No permanent buildings shall be permitted withinthis strip.

9. No development shall be permitted within 30 m (100 ft) from the top or bottom of an escarpment bank, or fromany steep slope where the grade exceeds 30%.

10. The display or placement of exterior signage on the premises shall be restricted to one identificationsign no larger than 1.0 m*(10 fP) in sign area. Any further signage shall require a Development Permit

UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED

Dave Verveda left the meeting at 9:07 a.m.

APPLICATION PROPOSED SUBDIVISION FOR - CREATION OF TWO AGRICULTURAL SMALL HOLDING PARCELS SUBDIVISION FROM EXISTING 158.01 PARCEL HWA 13-49-6-W5M APPLICANT/OWNER: ALLEN VOGEL OUR FILE: 97S-28

A. Vogel stated that he would like to address the letters of concern. He stated that the legal description in D. Cebuliak's letter was incorrect. A. Vogel also stated that he did not feel this to be a waste of agricultural land as it will still be a Small Agricultural Holding. A. Vogel advised that Lot B is not suitable for agricultural land and has never been used for agricultural purposes. He stated that a lot of *6> MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - PAGE 3 - September 25th, 1997

JW surrounding land is poor agricultural land. A. Vogel also advised that he has not had any problems with acreage owners in relation to agricultural pursuits. A. Vogel also stated in respect to the issue of density that there are very few residences in the area at present.

J. Coombes confirmed that the application did conform to the Land Use Bylaw 109-90. R. Matthews advised that she did talk to D. Cebuliak at length to discuss this subdivision and concerns from other landowners as to cattle missing in the area. Dave Cebuliak did not feel this could be blamed on the number of acreages.

J. Starling asked about condition No. 2. R. Matthews advised that this is for a 30 meter dedication to prevent the necessity for an approach on Secondary Highway 759. R. Matthews also advised that there is a concern respecting the location of the sewer services and requested that A. Vogel verifythe regulations with a plumber to ensure that the sewersystem is the correctdistance fromthe property boundary and if need be, the property boundary be moved farther east to accommodate the regulated setback.

106/97 J. Coombes made a motion to approve the subdivision with Wf the understanding that Lot A may need to be adjusted to accommodate the sewer requirements and subject to the following conditions: 'ffR 1. That, pursuant to section 655(1 )(b) of the Municipal t- Government Act, the owner/developer enter into a development agreementwith the Municipal District of Brazeau

Note: The parcel being created is within the Agricultural District of Land Use By-Law No. 109-90. The predominant objective of this District is to provide landowners with the right to farm. Any potential Purchasers of this parcel are to be advised that agriculture activities inthe District have precedence.

UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED MUNICIPAL PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - PAGE 4 - September 25th, 1997

m!cIim£ R'Matthews advised that there is alot of applications to be presented MEETING atthe next Municipal Planning Commission meeting. It was decided that only one application, regarding Mystical Fireworks Manufacturing, would be heard onthe next regular scheduled meeting, October 9th at 8:30 a.m., and the remainder would be heard on October 8th beginning at 8:30 a.m.

ADJOURNMENT 107/97 L Fleishhacker moved that the regular Municipal Planning Commission Meeting of 97 09 25 adjourn at 9:40 a.m.

UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED

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CALL TO ORDER W. Tweedle called the meeting to order at 9:07

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PRESENT W. Tweedle, Chairman A. Neumeyer, Member J. Coombes, Member J. Charlton, Member R. Hogan, Agricultural Fieldman T. McCracken, Secretary

ABSENT J. Van Kuelen, Beef Specialist

97/74 Moved by J. Charlton that the 97 09 W ADDITION TO AND ADOPTION 09 agenda be adopted as presented. OF AGENDA CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY PI

ADOPTION OF R. Hogan noted that under New Business, more MINUTES clarification is needed in the first sentence. It should read: J. Coombes stated...., he noticed Scentless Chamomile in an M.D. owned sandpit.

97/75 Moved by J. Coombes that the minutes of •jBf the 97 08 12 meeting be adopted as amended. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

BUSINESS BUSINESS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MINUTES ARISING FROM PREVIOUS R. Hogan indicated that co-operation is coming MINUTES from the landowner who has the severe Thistle problem between the M.D. of Yellowhead and M.D. of Brazeau boundary. J. Coombes inquired if anything was being done to remedy the weed problem at the M.D. owned pit. R. Hogan stated that this location was given to the Weed Inspectors and will be taken care of.

OLD OLD BUSINESS BUSINESS Draft Spraying Proposal R. Hogan distributed a fenceline spraying proposal to members. He reviewed four scenarios for this proposal and indicated that whatever choice the Board decides, amendments will have to be made to the Roadside Spraying and Brush Control policies.

97/76 Moved by A. Neumeyer that the Service Board implement the following: Spraying along road allowances. Band width 1-2 meters. No fee and release signed. Program offered for 4 yrs (twice on either side of river). CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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AGRICULTURAL AGRICULTURAI, REPORTS REPORTS Aeting Agricultural Fieldman's Report

Members reviewed the Acting Agricultural iW Fieldman's report as presented. R. Hogan stated that he is currently working on a five year plan and the agriculture budget should be ready by the end of October. He inspected the contract spraying and found some areas did not receive good coverage, so he will be meeting with the contractor and showing him some poorly treated

areas.

D. Sinclair will be finishing her weed inspection duties this week and will start dormant spraying. R. Hogan will be meeting with a representative from Alberta Transportation to review the weed control along secondary highways. Poor control efforts from the contractor of Transportation have occurred.

R. Hogan brought forward an intensive livestock w\ operation concern which occurred in Parkland County. He indicated that Alberta Health and Alberta Environment have issued a stop work order on this farming operation. R. Hogan recommended that a public information meeting be held in our municipality and that area farmers be invited to discuss water quality managmement practices. Board members discussed taking water samples from some water bodies in the municipality to ascertain the extent of water pollution.

97/77 Moved by J. Coombes that a public meeting be held to discuss water quality managmement practices and that an advertisement be put in the Community Voice, Breton Booster and Western Review notifying the public.

FOR: J. COOMBES J. CHARLTON W. TWEEDLE OPPOSED: A. NEUMEYER

MOTION CARRIED

97/78 Moved by A. Neumeyer that a letter be sent to higher risk cattle operations indicating a public meeting and an advertisement be placed in the paper inviting the public. FOR: A. NEUMEYER W. TWEEDLE J. CHARLTON OPPOSED: J. COOMBES MOTION CARRIED

M- & AGRICULTURAL SERVICE BOARD 97 09 09

Weed Inspector's Reports

Members reviewed the Weed Inspector's report as presented. R. Hogan indicated that thank you letters with the Weed Inspector's signature have been sent to residents who have shown a great effort to control or eradicate their weeds and inquired if this practice should continue. A. Neumeyer stated that the Agricultural Fieldman's and Weed Inspector's signature could be on the note. J. Coombes stated that he was unaware that Wl thank you's were sent.

R. Hogan brought forward a letter from B. Flesher fe indicating his concern over weed control efforts from the oil company that has a lease on his land. R. Hogan stated that Mr. Flesher does not want the M.D. to issue a Weed Notice and that he is pursuing the oil company to increase their weed control. R. Hogan will monitor the situation.

Member's Reports

A. Neumeyer stated that she has received many concerns from residents in her neighborhood inquiring what is being done on the Service Board. There has been no meetings or summer Tour. W. Tweedle indicated that things have been put on hold due to the Fieldman's absense and that he has received many calls as well.

97/79 Moved by A. Neumeyer that the Acting Agricultural Fieldman's, Weed Inspector's, & members reports for August be received for information.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

RESOLUTIONS RESOLUTIONS FOR 1997 A.S.B. REGIONAL CONFERENCE FOR 1997 A.S.B. R. Hogan distributed a list of possible topics for ! REGIONAL resolutions. i CONFERENCE

OUTLOOK OUTLOOK AGRI-FOOD 98 AGRICULTURAL ECONOMIC !AGRI-FOOD CONFERENCE 98 «jp R. Hogan stated that members have attended this conference in the past and asked for authorization for a board member and himself to attend this year.

97/80 Moved by A. Neumeyer that authorization be given for R. Hogan and J. Coombes to attend the Outlook Agri-Food '98 Agricultural Economic Conference, December 5, 1997. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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WEED SEED WEED SEED TAG IDENTIFICATION RESOLUTION RESPONSE TAG IDENTIF Members reviewed correspondence from the M.D. of ICATION Greenview requesting the Minister of Agriculture RESOLUTION to enact a regulation that all bags of seed be 6s labeled.

97/81 Moved by J. Coombes that a letter from the Service Board be sent to E. Stelmach, Minister of Agriculture stating our support in the M.D. of Greenview's request for weed seed labeling. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ITEMS FOR CORRESPONDENCE/ITEMS FOR INFORMATION: INFORMATION 97/82 Moved by A. Neumeyer that the following be received for information:

b) Schedule of Pesticide Container processing dates.

CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

NEWSPAPER NEWSPAPER ARTICLES ARTICLES The following articles will be placed in the paper.

- Fenceline spraying proposal - Bale weighing day - Outlook '98 Agri-food conference

ADJOURNMENT ADJOURNMENT

97/83 Moved by J. Coombes that the regular A.S.B. meeting dated 97 09 09 adjourn at 11:30 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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NOTIFICATIONS OF PETROLEUM INDUSTRY ACTIVITIES RECEIVED BY M.D. OFFICE (as at October 16,1997)

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SW 16 &SW 17-50- Amoco Canada Petroleum Co. Ltd. Pipeline Right-of-Way Oct. 10/97 6-W5M (LSD 14)26-46-11-5M Norcen Energy Resources Limited Wellsite (and request for approach Oct. 2/97 construction on SE 33-46-11-W5M)

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Boy ts% Action Status Report Ratepayer concerns arising from Council Meetings:

Action Outcome 1) George Hines - concerned with weed control on SW-11-49-8-W5M and SE-18-49-7-W5M

2) John MacKenzie spoke about his viewson annexation and the Ag. Service Board No response required 3) Anthony Heinrich - concerned that his presence was not noted in minutes Reeve B. Guyon stated that it was not necessary to record attendance after ratepayers concerns session. To: RoDa Hogan Ag. Fieldman, MD Brazeau From: Boreal Concerns 4173702 10/17/97 12:16:00 Page 3 of 3 Boreal Concerns

INTERPROVINCIAL WOODLOT MEETING AND TOUR OCTOBER 29-30,1997 BEST WESTERN WESTWOOD INN, 18035 STONlfY PLAIN ROAD EDMONTON, ALBERTA

AGENDA

Theme: Identifying significant barriers to a successful woodlot industry andthe role ofwoodlots inpreserving societal values; biodiversity, water quality, wildlife habitat, andrural economic diversification.

Oct 29,h Best Western Westwood Inn - Gold A Room 6:00 - 7:30 Cocktails(Cash Bar)and Dinner($15.00 p.p. served at 6:30) 8:00 - 8:45 Presentation by Byron Grundberg, Agro-Forestry; Applying International Examples In Alberta(China, Oregon, Costa Rica) 8:45 - 9:00 Discussion Session (Questions) 9:00 - Hospitality Suite

Oct 30th Morning Presentations & Woodlot Tour 8:30 - 9:15 Impact of cattle on tree growth, Ed Korpela 9:15 - 10:30 Provincial Presentations (1 per province) 10:30-10:45 coffee 10:45 - 11:30 Herbal andEssential Oilproducts andmarkets, and other non commercial timber opportunities, Robert Rogers 11:30 Meet at lobby of Westwood Inn and drive to Westerose 12:00 Lunch on route to Westerose (Bag Lunches) 12:30 - 2:30 Making your living from a woodlot: a managed woodlot and custom lumber manufacturing, John O'Brian 2:30-3:00 Drive to Winfield 3:00 - 5:00 Impact of cattle on woodlot productivity and woodlot management planning (use of maps...), Noel McNaughton 5:00 Return to Edmonton. 7:30-10:00 For those wanting to stay, the Woodlot Association of Alberta Annual General Meeting - Wine and Cheese Mixer is also at the Westwood Inn.

A BLOCK OF ROOMS HAVE BEEN SET ASIDE AT THE WESTWOOD INN CALL; 1-800-557-4767 or 483-7770. A Corporate Rate is available to guestsattending either the Inter-Provincial Woodlot Meeting and Tour or the Woodlot Association of Alberta's AGM. This rate is $69.55 with tax. Cost for the Inter-Provincial Woodlot Dinner Event is $15.00, payable at the door. Vj Remember there islimited seating, so please notify us if you cannot attend the dinner or tour s .\k/ call Ken Glover at (1-403-417-3701), also Displays may be accommodated so please call. V/0'

,«v Avt) t' Drayton Valley/Brazeau Economic Development 1997

Mandate Our Mandate is to encourage and foster Economic Development that will promote business, provide opportunities and enhance the lifestyles of all persons living within the boundaries of the Municipal District ofBrazeau #77, including all Towns, Villages and Hamlets. Breton Councillor DA/:: Councillor. i.-MD.Councillor;. Roger:Cbles/-:- Mf Schwab ' *;; •L^BariseK; S'Efel Hammond Chairperson

'BretohiCoUhcillor D.V. Councillor ^;J\/lD;Gouncill6r; I. Hiarhdon •--Wrfweedlev•': :G;McCullum/ •• K: Kjelland

D;\/;:;Memberat Large Member at Large Member at Large •i^fexGBl^sA/acahtfe^ ^•-McGinn :••.:.-,• •••.' A^Heinrich ©1; - • i Vice-Chairman '.'.r:.-:.i •••'••';": .•" <:-•'•'•

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firayton Valley/Brazeau Economic Development 08/10/97 L^~.u Industry Developments

• Recently entered aPartnership with P.I.A.D. for research into the development ofan Ethanol Plant. The amount ofspin off industries, increased value ofagricultural land and employment will be and incredible boost for the economy ofthe entire area, along with adding to the diversity ofthe economic industry base.

• On October 28ththe Minister ofAgriculture, the HonorableEd Stelmach will be holding a mini-seminar in Breton on the opportunities that will exist in the future for value-added agriculture, ie. food processing, animal by-products etc.

• Motion Picture location proposal packages have been sent out to location managers in Edmonton and Calgary. This is proving to bethenext bigindustry inAlberta with Hollywood choosing to locate their production shoots inAlberta due to thevarying landscapes and low production costs. This can prove to be a multi-million injection into the economy per production.

• Meetings are now taking place with a major Hotel/Motel Chain with a cash flow prospectus having been forwarded to the local Real Estate Companies for the purpose of seeking investors Tourism Throughconsultation we have nurtured the development of a newtourism operation, Outdoor Adventures Unlimited who willbeginRiver Boat tours on the North Saskatchewan in 1998 Continued work with the Brazeau Snowmobile Club has allowed them exposure to the regulations from Lands andForestry in theirtrail development plans.

• Experience Brazeau Country Brochures were distributed to 35 tourism booths, hotels and campgrounds throughout Alberta. mTourism Collages were createddepleting the numerous activities in the area andis currentlybeing considered for a Canadian marketing A ward

mRiveraccess signage for the Pembina River was erected and resulted in numerous phone calls. , Numerous area festivals and events were posted on a Central Alberta Community Events Calendar Web Page Small Business Development

Throughour involvement in the development of the WestCentral Community Futures Development Corporation, we arepleasedto announce the location ofthe head office to be in Warburg, with a satellite office in Drayton Valley, this will give new businesses the opportunity to have help in developing business plans, with components for Disabled and Youth Entrepreneurs. Loans are available upto a maximum of $75,000.00

*8 inquiries from area businesses *3 inquiries for expansion and funding information

m4 businesses are now up and running Economic Marketing In late 1997 we will be updating andreprinting the former Chamberof Commerce Brochure, our mostpowerful economic development marketing tool. Used specifically for sending to companies interested in located their businesses in the area. This brochure contains important statistical and quality of life information on all 3 of ourpartnering municipalities.

LocalAwareness

Local Awareness or Name Identification has seen the largest growth this year due largely to the following factors: mParticipation in the Metis Provincial Assembly Booth and the Drayton Valley and District Chamber of Commerce Trade Fair. mThe inception of 'Teams' has increasedthe awareness through the networking ofteam participants , Through numerous, press releases and advertisements mThe Partnership Breakfast . The October 28th Agriculture Mini-Seminar

mNovember 1st Fall Banquet Partnership Breakfasts

The inception of the Partnership Breakfasts in April have increased the awareness of BIG with attendance fluctuating between 40 - 80 people each month. It has enabled many companies to focus their marketing efforts on a captive audience for a very affordable price

Partners mSnowberry Ridge Graphics Coffee News mWest Central Community Futures DV Kinette Club mDVNet Century 21 m Tom Thurber M.L.A. re: Growth Summit

Guest Presentations mCommunity Access Project Alberta World Trade Center mRola Hogan re: Agriculture Opportunities Habitat for Humanity

m Careers Next Generation D.V. Health Services

m Australian Landcare

Ambassadors total of45 to date

mTourism Team (12) Chernobyl Child

mAgriculture Team (10) Uruguay Participants (4)

m Linda Wall Hamdon Hamdon

mMary Poloway Albert Anderson

mAustralian Landcare (14) Delegations In August we hosted the Australian Landcare Delegation. A total of14 participants were toured around the MD ofBrazeau, Town ofDrayton Valley and Village ofBreton. The focus of the delegation was on sustainable, environmentally friendly agriculture. The entire tour was paid for by an Agriculture Initiatives Grant

We will be participating in the upcoming CommunityLeaders Partnership Program with Quebec in late October. The Quebec delegation will be our guests at our upcoming November 1st Banquet, we have organized and will be facilitating a morning Agricultural tour, and Kelly Starling will be one of the hosts and drivers for certain events while they are here.

Relationships & Networking mWe have developed or enhanced relationships through networking or memberships with the following:

m Chamber ofCommerce

mAlberta Agricuiture

mWestern Diversification

mAlberta Economic Development

mAlberta Opportunity Company

mEconomic Developers Association ofAlberta

mAlberta World Trade Center

m Travel Alberta

mAlberta Film Commission

• Pembina Institute for Appropriate Development(P.I.A.D.) 1997 BUDGET BREAKDOWN AMENDED (as ofOctober 15,1997)

EXPENSES

Team Expenses Per 9 Teams Breakdown To date Budget Remaining Conferences Luncheons, Room Rentalsetc 1500.00 323.80 1500.00 1176.20

General Advertising General Advertiing 200.00 336.38 Partnership BreakfastAdvertising 1250.00 1232.74 FallBanquetAdvertising 750.00 583.55 Team Project Advertising 300.00 90.80 Ambassadorship Acknowledgements 500.00 444.32 3,000.00 312.21

Speakers/SeminarsAVorkshops/Partnership RoomRentals 500.00 465.00 Meals 5000.00 2586.17 FallBanquet Speakers 3000.00 323.70 8500.00 5125.13

Coordinators Salary & Benefits 13801.73 25,000.00 11198.27

Overhead Office Supplies& telephone 2200.00 1065.70 Printing 1500.00 1075.02 Software 500.00 716.17 Computer Hardware Upgrade 900.00 949.39 Coordinators Mileage 900.00 486.00 Brazeau Seniors Foundation Computer 1600.00 1600.00 7600.00 1707.72

Large Projects Team Projects 2,000.00 Northwest Business Mag 1,500.00 1460.00 Internet Homepageupgrade 1,500.00 1550.00 Omniplex signage 3,500.00 * 3,500.00 Brochure reprints 3,000.00 3363.25 Chamber Brochure 9500.00 * 9500.00 Tourism Collages 750.00 898.16 Ethanol Plant R&D 7500.00 * 7500.00 Australian Tour 1592.79 Brochure Distribution 150.00 Trade Fair Booth 347.75 Investment Pamphlets 3500.00 * 3500.00 32,750.00 -611.95

Conferences & Networking Includes Administation & Board 2226.44 3000.00 773.56

81,350.00 19681.14 TOTAL 61668.86

* Committed Funds Budget Actuals REVENUE Breakdown To date

Contributions from Municipalities 60000.00 60000.00 60000.00 60000.00

Sale ofServices and Registrations Fall Banquet Corporate Table Sales 3500.00 Registrations from any seminars orworkshopsi 1000.00 Internet Homepage Revenue 150.00 32.50 SaleofAdvertising for Directories 5000.00 Community Futures Administration 3500.00 3671.92 13150.00 3704.42

Sponsorships/Partnerships Partnership Breakfast sponsorships &tickets 2700.00 2662.00 Revenue generated from provincial grants 5500.00 5993.28 8829.16 Trade Fair Table 173.88 8200.00

72533.58 81350.00 72533.58 TOTAL 1998 PROPOSED BUDGET

EXPENSES

ADVERTISING General Advertising General Advertising 500.00 Partnership Breakfast Advertising (10) 1500.00 FallBanquet Advertising 500.00 200.00 ProjectAdvertising 3200.00 Ambassadorship aknowledgements 500.00

MARKETING/NAME IDENTIFICATION Tourism Advertising 5000.00 Lure Brochure Updates 5000.00 Brochure distribution 200.00 Tri Province newspaper ads 12000.00 Trade Fair Booth 700.00 Cottage Industry Directory 800.00 700.00 24400.00 Town Map

SPEAKERS / SEMINARS / WORKSHOPS Omniplex/Partnership Breakfast (rental) 1800.00 Room Rentals(Fall Banquet, Seminars) 500.00 Meals(Fall Banquet, Partnership, Lunches) 6000.00 10300.00 Fall Banquet Speakers 2000.00

COORDINATOR SALARY AND BENEFITS

OVERHEAD Office Supplies and Telephone 2200.00 Printing 500.00 200, Software Computer fixes and upgrades 200.( ... •^:' Coordinators Mileage 900.001 Subscriptions &Memberships . 1000.00 00.00 Training/Courses 6000.00 Data Base and Statistics 500.0.0

LARGE PROJECTS Omniplex Signage (1998 allocation) 3500.00 2500.00 Ethanol Plant 2500.00 InternetHomepage Upgrade 18500.00 idustryProjects' 10000.00

CONFERENCES AND NETWORKING 3000.00 3000.00 (Includes Administration and Board) 98400.00 TOTAL EXPENSES

,.. • REVENUE

CONTRIBUTIONS FROM MUNICIPALITIES Town ofDrayton Valley 29400.00 MD ofBrazeau 33000.00 Village ofBreton 2600.00 65000.00

SALE OF SERVICES Fall Banquet ticket sales 3500.00 Registrations from seminars orworkshops Internet Homepage Revenue 150.00 CottageIndustry Directory 1500.00 5150.00

SPONSORSHIPS/PARTNERSHIPS Partnership Breakfast sponsorships &tickets (10) 3600.00 Revenue generated fromprovincial grants Business Luncheons (2) 800.00 4400.00

74550.00 TOTAL REVENUE

TOTAL REVENUE 74550.00 TOTAL EXPENSES 98400.00 -23850.00 THIS IS A DRAFT BUDGET FOR DISCUSSION PURPOSES, IT IS THE ROLE OF THE BOARD TO SUGGEST TO ADMINISTRATION: ^0?

A) Program/Expense Reductions

Revenue Generation B) For example is the programs/expenses are unchanged then the per capita assessment would increase from S5.00 to S7.00

Q Combination of both A) Program/Expense Reductions and B) Revenue Generation &.(). $%ox 77, Dayton Va/ty, .stttetta &7

97 October 23

Brownlee Fryett Barristers & Solicitors Suite 2200, Commerce Place 10155-102 Street Edmonton, Alberta T5J 4G8

Attention: Leo Burgess

Dear Leo:

Further to our telephone conversation of October22,1997 enclosed please find the following:

(1) Copy of our letter dated October 15,1997 to the Town of Drayton Valley regarding the proposal for a Joint Annexation Committee. This letter encompasses your fax of October 15,1997.

(2) Copy of the Assessment information for the study area provided by Compass Assessment Consultants Inc. Please note that they have sorted this information both by assessment code and by legal description. Our staff have cross checked this information to the study area map to ensure that only the study area was included. In addition, our staff have converted the assessment loss of $40,282,970 to a dollar loss of $235,614.54.

(3) Our pipeline assessment is prepared by Alberta Municipal Affairs and this information has not arrived as yet. We will forward this information to you when it does arrive. This information will have to be combined with the above information supplied by Compass for a total assessment amount for the study area.

Ifyou have any questions, please contact us.

Yours truly,

Ken Porter, Municipal Manager

^Located SU£: 5546 S-ndu&foial z/ioad, zlhta/ufori rau&u I^m Veterans Affairs Anciens Combattants Canada Canada

Prairie Regional Office P.O. Box 6050 Winnipeg MB R3C 4G5

10 October 1997 r^jasjsnrLijj^ 2 o mi M.D. of Brazeau No. 77 Box 77 Drayton Valley, AB T7A1R1

Dear Sir or Madam:

Re: Veterans Week 1997

I am pleased to advise that November 5-11,1997 will be recognized nationally as Veterans' Week in honour of our veterans and peacekeepers.

Veterans Affairs Canada is seeking your support to acknowledge these special Canadians during the week leading up to Remembrance Day. To help us show veterans that we care about, and appreciate, the sacrifices they have made, Iencourage you to officially declare Veterans' Week in your community.

To mark this week, many different commemorative events could also be planned. One suggestion is to profile and honour local people who are either veterans or contributed on the homefront during the war years. Veterans organizations may be able to assist with plans and provide referrals for speakers. Ifeel it is particularly important to include young people in these events to nurture their understanding of our history and the cost of the freedom and peace we now enjoy. Visit our website at http:Wwww.vac-acc.gc.ca for more information and ideas.

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Your support in this endeavour will contribute toward a better understanding among Canadians. We would like to hear from you. If you provide us with the details of any Veterans' Week plans or activities to be held in your community we will post them on our website.

Please let us know if we can be of assistance. Our communications staff can be reached at (204) 984-6295 or toll free at 1-800-665-3420.

Yours Truly,

Elaine Heinicke Regional Director General Declaration Declaration Veterans'Week Semaine des anciens combatants

In recognition of the service and En reconnaissance du service et des achievement ofCanadians at home and realisations des Canadiens au pays et overseas during the First World War, outre-mer au cours de la Premiere Guerre the Second World War, the Korean War mondiale, de la Seconde Guerre and peacekeeping operations around mondiale, de la guerre de Coree, theworld, and in recognition of those et des operations de maintien de Canadians who paid the ultimate sacrifice la paix partout dans le monde, et en for their country in the name of peace temoignage de reconnaissance envers and freedom, the Government ofCanada les Canadiens qui ont consenti le hereby declares that the period sacrifice ultime pour leur pays, au beginning November 5 and ending nom de la paix et de la liberte, le

November 11, 1997, shall be known gouvernement du Canada declare as Veterans' Week. que du 5 au 11 novembre 1997,

nous celebrerons la Semaine des

anciens combattants.

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Prime Minister ofCanada Premier ministre du Canada Voice For Drayton Valley Long Term Care Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1R4 C/O Jean Stewart Box 5284

Telephone Jean 542-2252 Zetta 727-2343 rO./J. Q/L^tc^u */ 77 October 17, 1997

1997

Dear (^jyU^y^-dL^

Crossroads RHA have cut the Christmas party for the residents In Drayton Valley Long Term Care. They say it is because there is'nt enough money in the budget to pay for extra staff and food needed for this event. Just a rough estimate, we figure it will cost about a thousand dollars.The dinner is set for December 7,1997.

We are approaching service clubs, The Town of Drayton Valley and The M.D. of Brazeau # 77. If you feel you could contribute to our cause, would you please let us know as soon as possible?

Please phone Jean Stewart at 542 - 2252 or Zetta MacRae at 727 - 2343

Thank you.

Yours Truly,

L-C2-* ,L c

Jean Stewart,

Secretary for Voice for Drayton Valley Long Term Care. MEMO

To: Council From: Ken Porter, Municipal Manager Date: October 15, 1997 Re: Allan Vogel/Canadian Roxy Petroleum Ltd.

Attached please find the engineering report requested by Council regarding the safety of the pipeline in the above matter.

This item will be placed on the October 23,1997 agenda (in-camera) in order for Council to further discuss this issue. SENT BY:BROWNLEE FRYETT ;10-15-97 11:22 ; 4034243254- 542 7770;# 2/ 4 1U/14/W7 TUK U«:41 VAX 403 424 1311 CRUICKSHANK KARVBLLAS 10/14/B7 Mi 41 tr^uj^Du^aoi @003

NUMAC ENERGY INC. InteHMflce Memo

TO: Stove Mycbasiuk DATE: October 14.1997 PROM: DonEckfrad SUBJCCTr Pembina Road Crossing

Steve, aa requested, I hid a look at the pipeline crossing ofan Mr). ofBrazaaU roadway in 8-27-41- 6W5. As I understand,the M-D. ofBrazeau hadcaac«nis regarding the safety far the public crossing this pipeline an the read.

This pipelina was canitrocted in 195*to transport sweetail emulsion finesthe 8-27>4&-£W5 wclkito to the 16*27-4*-6W5 Battery, When licensed by theERCB in 1910,. the following specifications were identified:

License* 11064 Six* fiQ.3mm QD Wall thickness 3.1tmm MO* 3500 kPi Type APISL Grade B ( 241 MVayield strength )

Tber pipelinenormally operatestt under200DkPa.

FkWWork

Prtature Teat

OnJuly 17, 1997, the pipelinewasprcwuni tested satisfactorily for5 hoursat 5170kPaWhichmUstbo Doted is 1.5times the registeredMOP ofthe pipeline.

As-Built Surveys

The line was as-bullt surveyed to oonflrm location pnd depth. The aurvoy is attached. Under the rood crown, thedepth ofburial ranges fiom 1.71m onthe West sideid 2.29m onthe eastside.The depth of burial on the west ditchis approximately lm and 1.14m onthe eastditch.

Poatfr* Fas Note 7671 ^tiftotyM&y^ PC t*m guj&J Pram S- *L¥UM*UK CaVDapl,

Ption** fhorwS

F»l SENT BY:BROWNLEE FRYETT U0-15-97 ; 11 =22 ; 4034243254- 542 7770;# 3/ 4

Pipeline Expotvr*

Approximately 1m ofthepipeline was exposed onSept. U/97ontheeajtt side oftheraid ROWto Impact the pipe. Thewestsidewas notexposed doe to powwaiainhc^lhies inthevicinity. Whan the line was exposed, theexternal coating was wnioved and an ttltrasonlc survey oairied outto confirm wall thicknesses, tha ultrasonic survey noted the pipe wall thicknesses ranged from 3.9-4.0mm along thetop and sides and 3.8-3.9mqi along thebottom. Thethinnest segment measured was 3.7mm, Notethatthiswallthickness is indicative ofscheduU40pipe(3^mmwOratber*an3.1a^nnip%jeas identifiedinthe BUB moid*. Asthe pipeline existed befac theroidwMcsnetr^ that eiftertb^ SUB records an ineoireet and tto the pipeunderthe road segmentwasreplaced whtu^heavywallmaterial whenthe roadwas ennstructed.

The line was weld connected and coated with amachine wrap common oi"theday. Thecnalrag was found to bo deteriorating, however, Xetec notedmmorexfisnaal conosinn.

Neither achemical co^m»aio^ control program oreathodic protection isin place onthis Una,

Analysis

Tne ultrasonic analysis notedthe following key pointa;

• WaMthioioiessintiativfiofs^ <* Wall mWmes* generallylangwiro^ • Thinnirt wallnotEd wasel(nig me botiem st 3.7mm wt. • Interna] pitting corrosion wasnet mfc**»4 • external corrosion was minor

Clearances Wider rotf&wface

The minimum clearance permittedunderatravelled feedsurface underCSAZ662-94- Table 4.1 is 120 cm.64cmcovt*fere

As notedinthe as-built survey, the phj)dinablc«s^ 1.76m balow me we^shouldand2Jl9m below the east shoulderofthe roadway. The shallowest pointis ~ 1,0mdepthofcover locatedat AcTalus cable oroMingin the west dhehlme. This is acceptable underCSA.

Sctfw OperatingConditions

Table4.9 coveringthe minimum wallthiakcess forcarrier pipein uncased crossings does not cover pipelinesleasthan 8i.9mm. Referringto clause4A3.1, the pipelinemustbe cealfiflad to sustainthe loads atme crossing Inaccordancewith Clause43.

The maximum design pleasure tor this line canbe calculatedusing Clause 4.3 J.LI:

P=200OStFUT/D SEW BY:BROWNLEE FRYETT ;10-15-97 ; 11:23 ; 4034243254- 542 7770;# 4/ 4 k"H?u/9f lv*of?tiL "^Vi.JiiUf" cmiqniisjiK karvbllas moos

where P» 777kPa\design pressure S •• 172MPa As pipe isofunknown origin, Clause 5.7.4specifies 172 MPs rather thanthe 241 MPa for gradeB pope noted inthe penut t- 3.7 mm design wallthickness - usethinnestitcordod wall thickness P - 0.1 designfactor asspecifiesbyClause4332 L » 0.7S location factor. Chaise 4J33allows L^l for this service. 1haveused0.75 foraddedsecurity J= 0.6 Clause 5.7.4 specifies jointfactor of0.6whenreusing materials of unknown origin. This will sufficeto provide an additional safety factorto account fbr older weld pfiottcea. T=* 1.0 temperature deration D= 60.3mm nominal ODofpfpelme This provides amaximum design pressure of7,600 kFa which is2.17 timesthe licenced MOP for the F^pelmo of3,506kP& This pipelinehu the actual wallthicknesses. Corrosion appears to beunder 0.2-0.3mm ofmetalloss. Assuming an additional 1.6mm of material loss ( coirespooding toa1/16" corrosion allowance generally applied during tho design singe f« anew line), this K of4J00kPs. Still significantlyhigherthanthe petmjQed MOP.

llw pipeline crossing hi question i» tosafe operah'ng condition atme present time andisa minimal risk to the generalpublic using the road.

A camodie study ofthis line will be undertaken to determine the need for the installationofcathodic protccta»adteqnhedby£03fcguUtioDs.

Ifyou have any questions, pleasecallme at 582.

Don ftkfboe'T.Eng. Fsfiillues Engineer- SouthernAssets 10/23/97 THU 09:33 FAX 403 845 7330 M.D. CLEARWATER ®001 M.D. of Clearwater # 99 Box 550, Rocky Mountain House, AB. TOM 1T0 Phone (403) 845-4444 Fax: (403) 845-7330 Facsimile Transmission

Please deliver this fax to: 'SxwV £>uo^ oyA, rnmpnnv Name: K.ts.^ ^r-o^gp^ Fax No.: S^^TTjO

From: v^VW^rx gAU<^ Municipal District ofClearwater §99 No. of Pages Following:

Comments: S

RESOLUTION

MUNICIPAL DISTRICT OF CLEARWATER NO. 99

Environmental Awareness

WHEREAS members of the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties support the appropriate protection of the environment in all municipal activities; and,

WHEREAS permit acquisition and construction requirements, are changing for municipalities wishing to undertake works that may impact fish bearing streams or navigable waters; and,

WHEREAS the costs to implement these changes are significant, not necessarily cost effective and totally borne by the taxpayer; and,

WHEREAS municipalities are being caught up in costly legal debates regarding the effectiveness of environmental protection measures associated with certain works.

THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED that the Executive of the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties, acquire the services of a qualified, Independent consultant, to review the current situation and project future impacts (financial and otherwise), that new and changing environmental requirements are having on municipal construction projects in Alberta.

Background: Recently, the Municipal District of Clearwater was charged under the federal Fisheries Act for damaging fish habitat near a Secondary Highway construction project. Prior to commencing construction, all provincial permits were applied for and received. Federal authoritieswere notified and responded that they had no interest in the project Dueto known environmental sensitivities, biology and erosion specialists were hiredto assist the consulting engineers with design and special construction requirements. In addition, local Environmental Protection officials (Forestry, Fish and Wildlife, and Water Resources) were consulted regularly during the construction phases, and their advicewas adhered to closely. Neverthelessthe charge was laid by a private citizen. This is just one example of many, where in spite of the best efforts of a municipal government, environmental activism costs the local taxpayer. Not only are we speaking of legal costs associated with a court defense, but governments seem (in response to this level of activism), to be placing new study, design and construction requirements, on municipalities before construction approvals are Issued.

£• 10/43/97 THU 09:34 FAX 403 845 7330 M.D. CLEARWATER 0003

Depending on what happens in the near future, municipalities maybe required to apply to the federal government on all works that are associatedwith fish bearing streams or navigablewaters, creating more delays and undoubtedly more cost. Common sense and ordermust be brought to this growing calamity. As a first step, this resolution will ensure that all Association members become more aware of the problem by quantifying impacts (known and projected). The second step we suggest andbased onthe review results, will havethe Association develop a strategy, including necessary budgets, to effectively inform the public and senior govemments of the facts, and demand that appropriate legislative action be taken to stop the waste.

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