Brazeau County Fosters RURAL VALUES, INNOVATION, CREATIVITY, LEADERSHIP and Is a Place Where a DIVERSE ECONOMY Offers QUALITY of LIFE for Our Citizens

COUNCIL MEETING

January 19, 2021

VISION: Brazeau County fosters RURAL VALUES, INNOVATION, CREATIVITY, LEADERSHIP and is a place where a DIVERSE ECONOMY offers QUALITY OF LIFE for our citizens.

MISSION: A spirit of community created through INNOVATION and OPPORTUNITIES GOALS

1) Brazeau County collaboration with Canadians has created economic opportunity and prosperity for our community. That we intentionally, proactively network with Canadians to bring ideas and initiative back to our citizens.

2) Brazeau County has promoted and invested in innovation offering incentives diversifying our local economy, rural values and through opportunities reducing our environmental impact. Invest in green energy programs, water and waste water upgrades, encourage, support, innovation and economic growth through complied LUB, promoting sustaining small farms, hamlet investment/redevelopment.

3) Brazeau County is strategically assigning financial and physical resources to meet ongoing service delivery to ensure the success of our greater community. Rigorous budget and restrictive surplus process, petition for government funding, balance budget with department goals and objectives.

4) Brazeau County has a land use bylaw and framework that consistently guides development and promotes growth. Promotes development of business that is consistent for all “open for business.” Attract and retain businesses because we have flexibility within our planning documents.

5) Come to Brazeau County to work, rest and play. This encompasses all families. We have the diversity to attract people for the work opportunities. We have recreation which promotes rest and play possibilities that are endless.

6) Brazeau County is responsive to its citizenship needs and our citizens are engaged in initiatives. Engage in various levels - website, Facebook, newspapers, open houses. VALUES

We recognize the benefit of diversity among our communities, resources and work to respect their uniqueness.

We ensure responsible stewardship and we understand the decisions we make today will echo for generations.

We believe in acting with integrity.

We are open and transparent in all activities and decisions.

We respect our citizens through active listening to deliver services fairly and respond appropriately.

861/20‐11‐17 Council to Review Procedural Bylaw for cell phone usage Completed 976/20‐12‐15 Reach out to Drake’s Handi Bus for business plan and flat Completed rate fees for Brazeau County residents 983/20‐12‐15 Research Modeste Creek Campground background and Completed come forward with a recommended procedure for public consultation 984/20‐12‐15 Prepare a working statement regarding MMI concerns and Completed understanding to Council on January 5 or 19, 2021 for discussion and ratification for a possible press release. 995/20‐12‐15 Meeting with legal to discuss Birchwood Expropriation Completed 996/20‐12‐15 Meeting with legal to discuss independent contractor Completed proposal BRAZEAU COUNTY REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA DATE: 2021 01 19 TIME: 9:00 AM PLACE: COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS ______

Call to Order

Present

1. Addition to and Adoption of the Agenda (Pages 4 ‐ 8)

2. Adoption of the minutes of the Council Meeting of: a) Regular Council Meeting of January 5, 2021 (Pages 9 ‐ 21)

3. Business Arising

Follow Up Action List:

MOTION ACTION STATUS 485/20‐07‐07 Administration to work with the Town Administration to Target Date: institute the County’s recommendations for ICF and IDP. on going 498/20‐07‐07 Letter of support for the Drayton Valley and District Target Date: Historical Society grant application Waiting for information 571/20‐08‐18 Research Options and Costs, including Alberta Recycle to Target Date: have a toxic recycle site on east and west side Final Budget Discussions 595/20‐08‐18 Administration look into purchasing lands from the Target Date: Province around Lodgepole October 2021 733/20‐10‐06 Fire warning sign at the entrance of Birchwood In Progress 767/20‐10‐20 Members‐at‐large must be appointed from all areas of the Target Date: County for a balanced representation ‐ draft a policy to February 2,2021 provide direction to Council and member‐at‐large appointments 908/20‐12‐01 Administration to research potential risks and restrictions Completed and bring back a report on January 19, 2021 regarding the Smoky Lake County Regional Heritage Board Letter of Support to designate a portion of the N. Sask River under the Canadian Heritage River Systems 998/20‐12‐15 Develop a decision tree for airport development and Completed research airport incomes 012/21‐01‐05 Draft Procedural Bylaw for Review Target Date: February 2, 2021 4 025/21‐01‐05 Modeste Creek Campground discussion Target Date: April 6, 2021 028/21‐01‐05 Investigate possible signage for hunting information Target Date: February 16, 2021

4. Urgent Items

5. CAO Report a) GEN‐1 Alternative Workspace Policy ‐ Request for Council Decision attached (Pages 22 ‐ 25)

6. Delegations/Appointments

9:30 am Drayton Valley Hospital Concerns Laura MacRae (virtually)

11:00 am Public Input Session

11:30 am Questions from the Media

7. Planning and Development a) Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS) designation ‐ Update Report to Council Attached (Pages 26 ‐ 31)

8. Fire Services a) Fire Department Stats November and December 2020 ‐ Update Report to Council attached (Pages 32 ‐ 35)

9. Agricultural Services No Reports

10. Community Services a) Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association 2021 Budget – DV Municipal Airport ‐ Update Report to Council attached (Pages 36 ‐ 46)

b) PSS‐8 Policy Close Contacts ‐ Request for Council Decision attached (Pages 47 ‐ 51)

11. Finance No Reports

12. Public Works and Infrastructure a) Household Hazardous Waste Recycling ‐ Update Report to Council attached (Pages 52 ‐ 54)

5 13. General Matters a) ADM‐24 Wetlands Policy ‐ Request for Council Decision attached (Pages 55 ‐ 60)

b) ADM‐25 Water Conservation Policy ‐ Request for Council Decision attached (Pages 61 ‐ 64)

c) ADM‐26 Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure Policy ‐ Request for Council Decision attached (Pages 65 ‐ 68)

d) Selection of Mediator for Co‐mediation with the Town of Drayton Valley

e) FCSS Discussion following Joint Council Gathering January 12, 2021

14. Correspondence a) Board Placements, Road Approach, Agreements with the Town, Church ‐ L. Oberle (Page 69)

15. Councillor Reports December 2020 Reeve B. Guyon reported that he attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  RMA Meeting  ALUS  Meeting with MLA Smith  Municipal Affairs  MLA Getson and MLA Smith  Warburg Seed Cleaning Plant  Special Meeting regarding Code of Conduct Bylaw 1010  CAO Interviews x 2

Councillor S. Wheale reported that she attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  Code of Conduct Bylaw Review  Review Resumes for CAO  CAO Interviews x 2  ASB

Councillor A. Heinrich reported that he attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  MPC and RMA Town Hall  Code of Conduct Bylaw Review  MPC  Review Resumes for CAO  CAO Interviews x 2

6 Councillor K. Westerlund reported that she attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  MPC x 2  Physician Recruitment  Special Council Meeting  Review Resumes for CAO  CAO Interviews x 2

Councillor H. Swan reported that she attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  RMA Webinar  Finance Minister Town Hall  WCAS Meeting  Minister of Agriculture Leduc Chamber  Premier Townhall  Legal Education Session  ASB  Review Resumes for CAO  CAO Interviews x 2

Councillor M. Gressler reported that he attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  MPC  FCSS Meeting  Bylaw 1010‐18 Discussion  MPC  Review Resumes for CAO  CAO Interviews x 2

Councillor D. Wiltse reported that she attended:  Regular Council Meeting x 2  YRL Board Organizational Meeting  Bylaw Procedures Meeting  ASB  Review Resumes for CAO  CAO Interviews x 2

15. Agricultural Service Board ‐ D. Wiltse, H. Swan, S. Wheale

16. Municipal Planning Commission ‐ K. Westerlund, M. Gressler, A. Heinrich

17. Brazeau Seniors Foundation ‐ M. Gressler

18. Drayton Valley Library Municipal Board ‐ S. Wheale

19. Breton Municipal Library Board ‐ S. Wheale

20. West Central Airshed Society ‐ H. Swan

7 21. Yellowhead Regional Library Board ‐ D. Wiltse

22. Drayton Valley FCSS ‐ M. Gressler

23. North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance ‐ B. Guyon

24. Eagle Point/Blue Rapids Parks Council ‐ A. Heinrich

25. Pembina Area Synergy Group ‐ H. Swan

26. Physician Recruitment and Retention Committee ‐ K. Westerlund

27. Eleanor Pickup Arts Centre ‐ K. Westerlund

28. Northern Mayors Group ‐ B. Guyon

29. Breton and District FCSS ‐ D. Wiltse

30. ALUS ‐ B. Guyon

31. Recreation Board ‐ H. Swan, A. Heinrich

32. Chamber of Commerce ‐ D. Wiltse

33. Warburg Seed Cleaning Plant Board ‐ B. Guyon

34. Meeting Dates: a) Mental Health in Ag Workshop by Do More Agriculture February 23, 2021 (Pages 70 ‐ 71)

35. Closed Session: a) Organizational Chart FOIP Section 19 b) CAO Exit Interview FOIP Section 19

36. Round Table Wrap‐Up

37. Adjournment

8 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING OF BRAZEAU COUNTY, HELD IN THE COUNTY ADMINISTRATION BUILDING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN BRAZEAU COUNTY ON TUESDAY 2021 01 05 CALL TO ORDER Reeve B. Guyon called the meeting to order at 9:00 a.m.

PRESENT B. Guyon, Reeve H. Swan, Councillor (by telephone) D. Wiltse, Councillor S. Wheale, Councillor M. Gressler, Councillor A. Heinrich, Councillor K. Westerlund, Councillor J. Whaley, Chief Administrative Officer T. Scharfl, Executive Assistant J. Grainger, Customer Service/Administrative Assistant K. MacInnis, Corporate Communications Coordinator (by telephone)

OTHER G. Long, Drayton Valley and District Free Press (by telephone)

ADDITION TO AND ADOPTION OF AGENDA Addition to and Adoption of Agenda

001/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to approve the agenda with the following additions:

Remove Longest Service Award Presentation

13. General Matters a) Hunter’s Behaviour Additional information – D. Wiltse

35. Closed Session e) Interim CAO Update FOIP Section 19 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADOPTION OF MINUTES Adoption of Minutes

002/21‐01‐05 Moved by D. Wiltse to approve the minutes of the December 15, 2020 regular Council meeting as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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003/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich to approve the minutes of the December 16, 2020 Special Council meeting as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

BUSINESS Business Arising ARISING Follow Up Action List J. Whaley reviewed the status of the action items.

004/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan to receive the Follow Up Action List for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

URGENT Urgent Items ITEMS None

CAO REPORT CAO Report

Procedural Bylaw 992‐18 Council reviewed the Procedural Bylaw 992‐18.

005/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to change clause 5.17 in Bylaw 992‐18 to read: Council members may utilize electronic devices during council meetings, following etiquette that does not disrupt the meeting and that the devices are on silent mode.

H. Swan offered a friendly amendment “for council business”

M. Gressler accepted the amendment. IN FAVOUR S. Wheale H. Swan B. Guyon K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED A. Heinrich CARRIED

006/21‐01‐05 Moved by K. Westerlund to table the Procedural Bylaw discussion until after the delegation. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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DELEGATIONS/ APPOINTMENTS Delegations/Appointments

Breton FCSS Deanne Young presented the Breton FCSS 2020 Annual Report.

007/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to accept the FCSS 2020 Annual Report for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Public Hearing: Bylaw 1067‐20

Reeve B. Guyon declared a pecuniary interest to Bylaw 1067‐20 and left the meeting at 10:01 a.m. Deputy Reeve K. Westerlund assumed the chair.

008/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler that the regular Council meeting of January 5, 2021 proceed into public hearing at 10:01 a.m. for Bylaw 1067‐ 20. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

C. Dyck presented Bylaw 1067‐20 to rezone NW 2‐48‐7‐W5M from Agricultural to Agricultural Holdings for second and third reading.

Public Input ‐ None

009/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich that the regular Council meeting of January 5, 2021 come out of public hearing at 10:04 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

010/21‐01‐05 Moved by D. Wiltse to give second reading to Bylaw 1067‐20. IN FAVOUR H. Swan K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED A. Heinrich S. Wheale CARRIED

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011/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to give third reading to Bylaw 1067‐20. IN FAVOUR H. Swan K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED A. Heinrich S. Wheale CARRIED

Deputy Reeve K. Westerlund called for a break at 10:07 a.m. and the meeting resumed at 10:15 a.m. Reeve B. Guyon resumed the chair.

Procedural Bylaw 992‐18 Discussion continued on Procedural Bylaw 992‐18.

012/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to direct Administration to draft Bylaw 992‐ 18 as discussed by Council on January 5, 2021 and bring back to Council for three readings on January 19, 2021.

Friendly amendment D. Wiltse to “February 2, 2021”

M. Gressler accepted the amendment. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Council‐1 Policy Council reviewed the Council and at Large Appointee Remuneration Policy.

013/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan that council remuneration for 2021 remain the same as set in April 2020, and stay consistent until the new council is sworn in fall 2021. IN FAVOUR A. Heinrich S. Wheale H. Swan B. Guyon K. Westerlund D. Wiltse OPPOSED M. Gressler CARRIED

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PLANNING & DEVELOPMENT Planning and Development

Bylaw 1070‐20 Rezone NW 26‐48‐4‐W5M from AG to AGH C. Dyck presented Bylaw 1070‐20 for first reading.

014/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to give first reading to Bylaw 1070‐20 and schedule a public hearing for 10:00 a.m. February 2, 2021. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Reeve B. Guyon called for a break at 10:55 a.m. and the meeting resumed at 11:02 a.m.

PUBLIC INPUT SESSION Public Input Session Reeve B. Guyon opened the Public Input Session at 11:02 a.m.

Allan Taylor spoke to the report regarding Modeste Creek Campground and remarked that it looks like everything has been run illegally to date. He complained about the continuous noise from the campground and lack of notification to himself.

Peter McCabe, adjacent landowner to Modeste Creek Campground, agrees with Allan Taylor’s concerns. He has never been contacted regarding the campground in 40 some odd years and no one keeps in touch with him about anything. He would like to know why he doesn’t know, and what Council is going to do about it. He stated it is a mess right now. He commented that the County cleans his driveway, so why doesn't Council know about him or who he is?

Allan Taylor and Peter McCabe recommend the campground be shut down immediately as it has been run illegally from day one. They have been disgusted for years and stated this thing was built with no permits.

Allan Taylor commented on the recent spill west of Drayton Valley. He has spoken to AER regarding the affected lands, who said they have it contained but he thinks it will be a long time until it is cleaned up. This is very important for the County as an environmental concern and he thinks the County should be more involved. He further commented on the sewer concerns with Modeste Creek and the County allowing ARC to use the campground to pump. The County should be more alert to the environmental concerns and the people should be made more aware.

Reeve B. Guyon closed the Public Input Session at 11:17 a.m.

MEDIA QUESTIONS Media Questions

Graham Long, Drayton Valley and District Free Press requested clarification of Council’s remuneration rate change made earlier in the meeting. Council Minutes 2021 01 05 Page 5 of 13

AGRICULTURAL SERVICES Agricultural Services

Appointment of Agricultural Fieldman J. Whaley presented a request to appoint Matthew Martinson as Brazeau County’s Agricultural Fieldman.

015/21‐01‐05 Moved by S. Wheale to appoint Matthew Martinson as Brazeau County’s Agricultural Fieldman as per requirements of the Agricultural Service Board Act. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

016/21‐01‐05 Moved by S. Wheale to direct Administration to draft a thank you letter to Clearwater County for allowing Brazeau County to share their Agriculture Fieldman. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Pest and Weed Appeals Committee J. Whaley presented the request to appoint members‐at‐large to the Pest and Weed Appeals Committee.

017/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to appoint Allan Goddard and Duane Movald as members‐at‐large to the Pest and Weed Appeals Committee. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

018/21‐01‐05 Moved by D. Wiltse to schedule item 10. b) Modeste Creek Campground for 2:00 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Council discussed the information on the legislative requirements, agreements and programming of the FCSS.

019/21‐01‐05 Moved by D. Wiltse to table the discussion on FCSS until after closed session. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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CLOSED SESSION Closed Session

020/21‐01‐05 Moved by S. Wheale that the regular Council Meeting of January 5, 2021 proceed into ‘closed session’ at 11:30 a.m. for the purpose of discussing: d) Discussion with Legal Counsel: Birchwood Expropriation FOIP Section 27 and Independent Contractor FOIP Section 16 CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

L. Fischer, Director of Public Works, and Shauna Finlay, legal counsel (by telephone) joined the closed session at 11:33 a.m. for the purpose of discussing Birchwood Expropriation FOIP Section 27 and Independent Contractor FOIP Section 16.

021/21‐01‐05 Moved by S. Wheale that the regular Council Meeting of January 5, 2021 come out of ‘closed session’ at 12:55 p.m. (H. Swan absent from the vote) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Reeve B. Guyon called for a break at 12:57 p.m. to allow the public ample time to return and the meeting resumed at 1:36 p.m.

022/21‐01‐05 Moved by D. Wiltse that the regular Council Meeting of January 5, 2021 proceed into ‘closed session’ at 1:36 p.m. for the purpose of discussing: a) Modeste Creek Update FOIP Section 16 (H. Swan absent from the vote) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

H. Swan joined the closed session at 1:36 p.m. by telephone.

L. Chambers, Director of Community Services joined the closed session at 1:36 p.m. for the purpose of discussing Modeste Creek Update FOIP Section 16.

023/21‐01‐05 Moved by K. Westerlund that the regular Council meeting of January 5, 2021 come out of ‘closed session’ at 2:01 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Reeve B. Guyon called for a break at 2:01 p.m. to allow ample time for the public to return and the meeting resumed at 2:06 p.m.

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COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services

Reeve B. Guyon declared pecuniary interest and left the meeting at 2:09 p.m.

Deputy Reeve K. Westerlund assumed the chair.

Modeste Creek Campground L. Chambers presented research and recommended public consultation for Modeste Creek Campground.

024/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich to let the landowner speak at this time. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Allan Taylor stated that the campground has never been busy; the lands need to be rezoned before anything else is done; some of the statements in the reports regarding concerned residents have never happened; the group campground will be noisy on weekends but a regular campground will be noisy all the time; the campground has never made money; and, this is unfair to the adjacent residents. Council doesn’t understand how close the residents are and the noise they hear. He warned Council to be cautious of what they about to do because the residents are not happy.

025/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to table the Modeste Creek Campground discussion until April 6, 2021 Council meeting. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Reeve B. Guyon returned to the meeting and resumed the chair at 2:39 p.m.

COMMUNITY SERVICES Community Services

Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Council continued the discussion regarding FCSS.

026/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich to add the FCSS discussion to the joint council gathering on January 12, 2021 with the intent to make them aware of possible changes to the FCSS. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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FINANCE Finance

FIN ‐ 4 Surplus Funds Policy

027/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to table the FIN‐4 discussion to the final 2021 budget deliberations. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

GENERAL MATTERS General Matters

Hunter’s Behaviour D. Wiltse raised concerns on behalf of a resident regarding hunting laws in Alberta and the out of control behaviour of hunters.

028/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan to direct Administration to investigate possible signage for hunting information and bring it back to the February 16, 2021 Council Meeting. IN FAVOUR A. Heinrich H. Swan B. Guyon K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED S. Wheale CARRIED

029/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich to direct Administration to write a letter to Minister Nixon and other appropriate ministries and thank them for the letter they sent to the resident and remind them to work with their partners including the RCMP and Fish and Wildlife. IN FAVOUR A. Heinrich H. Swan B. Guyon K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED S. Wheale CARRIED

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Municipal Measurement Index (MMI) J. Whaley presented updated information on the Municipal Measurement Index concerns.

030/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan to receive the update report on the MMI for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Xplornet Request for Letter of Support Council reviewed the request for a letter of support from Xplornet.

031/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to receive the request from Xplornet for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

CORRESPONDENCE ITEMS Correspondence/Items for Information

Phyllis Schmitt re: Church and Library

032/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan to receive the letter from Phyllis Schmitt for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

COMMITTEE REPORTS Committee Reports

033/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to defer the Councillor Reports to the January 19, 2021 meeting and move on to 34 in the agenda. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

MEETING DATES Meeting Dates

Meeting with Minister Municipal Affairs at RMA Spring Convention

034/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan to select agenda items Inter‐municipal Cooperation and the Western Economic Corridor. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

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ACCPA 2021 Conference May 10 ‐ 13, 2021

035/21‐01‐05 Moved by H. Swan to receive the ACCPA conference invitation for information.

H. Swan asked to withdraw her motion. MOTION WITHDRAWN

036/21‐01‐05 Moved by K. Westerlund to authorize any member of Council to attend ACCPA Conference May 10 ‐ 13, 2021 and to utilize early bird pricing. IN FAVOUR S. Wheale H. Swan B. Guyon K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED A. Heinrich CARRIED

Brownlee LLP Presents: Virtual 2021 Emerging Trends in Municipal Law February 11 & 18, 2021

037/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler that those that wish to register for the Brownlee Seminar are allowed to do so. IN FAVOUR H. Swan B. Guyon K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler OPPOSED A. Heinrich S. Wheale CARRIED

Reeve B. Guyon called for a break at 3:39 p.m. and the meeting resumed at 3:46 p.m.

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CLOSED SESSION Closed Session

038/21‐01‐05 Moved by S. Wheale that the regular Council meeting of January 5, 2021 proceed into ‘closed session’ at 3:48 p.m. for the purpose of discussing:

Co‐mediation with Town of Drayton Valley ACP Grant FOIP Section 21 Drake’s Handi Bus FOIP Section 16

K. Westerlund offered a friendly amendment to add:

Interim CAO Update FOIP Section 19

S. Wheale accepted the amendment. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

L. Chambers, Director of Community Services joined the ‘closed session’ at 3:50 p.m. for the purpose of discussing Drake’s Handi Bus FOIP Section 16.

L. Chambers, Director of Community Services left the ‘closed session’ at 3:52 p.m.

L. Fisher, Director of Public Works joined the ‘closed session’ at 3:53 p.m. for the purpose of discussing Independent Contractor FOIP Section 16.

L. Fisher, Director of Public Works left the ‘closed session’ at 4:32 p.m.

039/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich that the regular Council Meeting of January 5, 2021 come out of ‘closed session’ at 4:40 p.m. (H. Swan absent from the vote) CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Reeve B. Guyon called for a break at 4:40 p.m. to allow ample time for the public to return and the meeting resumed at 4:45 p.m.

040/21‐01‐05 Moved by S. Wheale to direct Administration to proceed with legal action as discussed in closed regarding Birchwood expropriation. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

041/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler to continue negotiations with the independent contractor as discussed in closed.

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20 IN FAVOUR S. Wheale K. Westerlund D. Wiltse M. Gressler B. Guyon OPPOSED A. Heinrich H. Swan CARRIED

042/21‐01‐05 Moved by D. Wiltse to accept the Modeste Creek Campground discussion for information. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

043/21‐01‐05 Moved by K. Westerlund to direct Administration to bring back a list of mediators. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

044/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich to direct Administration to draft a letter to the Drake Handi Bus informing them that any funding from the County may be dependent upon the organization gaining their not‐for‐profit status. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

045/21‐01‐05 Moved by A. Heinrich to approve the contract and appoint Shawn McKerry as Interim CAO as of 5:00 p.m. January 22, 2021. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

ADJOURNMENT 046/21‐01‐05 Moved by M. Gressler that the regular Council Meeting of January 5, 2021 adjourn at 4:53 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

______Reeve

______Chief Administrative Officer

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21 BRAZEAU COUNTY

REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DECISION

SUBJECT: GEN‐1 Alternative Workspace Policy DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021 SUBMITTED BY: J. Whaley, CAO ENDORSED BY:

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: That Council receive GEN‐1 Alternative Workspace Policy report for information.

1. TOPIC DEFINED

At the June 16, 2020 Council meeting the following motion was made:

440/20‐06‐16 Moved by K. Westerlund to adopt GEN‐1 Alternative Workspace Policy and for it to come back to Council September 15, 2020 for review and update.

At the September 1, 2020 Council meeting the subsequent motion was made:

0666/20‐09‐01 Moved by K. Westerlund to approve the Alternative Workspace Policy GEN‐1 and bring it back for review at the February 21, 2021Council meeting.

Due to orders set by the Province on December 13, 2020 for a mandatory province wide work from home requirement for municipalities to support staff work from home arrangements unless their role requires a physical presence for operation effectiveness; and the subsequent extension of this order on January 7, 2021, Administration has brought back this policy for Council’s review.

Since June 2020 the policy has allowed key personnel to continue their tasks from home during this mandate and this process has been proven to be successful in keeping the operation running efficiently. The current forecasts for the COVID‐19 pandemic do not look promising for lifting restrictions; and therefore Administration recommends Council receive the report for information allowing the municipality to continue operations.

Relevant Policy: GEN‐1 Policy attached.

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – GEN‐1 Policy Page 1 of 2 22 2. ANALYSIS OF RECOMMENDED ACTION

Advantages Disadvantages  Provides a policy for the County to  None identified remain in compliance with current provincial orders and mandates.

3. IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION

Operational: No impact

Financial: No impact Attachments: GEN‐1 Alternative Workspace Policy

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – GEN‐1 Policy Page 2 of 2 23 Policy Name

Alternative Workspace Policy

Policy Number Brazeau County' GEN-l

Policy Statement

Brazeau County recognizes that under certain circumstances working remotely may be an effective or necessary alternative to working from the office. Working remotely is a work arrangement in which an employee may be able to perform work from an alternative location on an occupational basis.

Policy

1) Applicabilitv

a) This policy applies to employees that regularly work from an office and have the ability to perform their regular tasks and responsibilities to staff team, clients or work processes from an alternative location.

b) Positions that involve field work or specialized equipment may not be applicable.

c) This policy does not alter or replace the terms of an existing employment contract.

d) Working from an alternative location may be requested by the employee or a requirement of the County.

e) Work from alternative locations requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis and must be approved in advance by an employee's direct supervisor and department Director/Manager, in consultation with the CAO.

f) If at any time the arrangement no longer meets business or productivity goals Brazeau County reserves the right to revoke the arrangement at the discretion of the supervisor and department Director/Manager

Chief Administrative Officer:_ Approved by Council: 20/06/16 GEN-l Alternative Workspace Policy Page 1 of 2 24 2) Equipment

a) Employees must work with the IT Department to ensure they are using the appropriate software while maintaining data security and confidentiality.

b) County owned resources may only be used for business purposes. Employees must take reasonable steps to protect any county property from theft, damage and misuse.

c) Employees are responsible for providing adequate workspace and furnishing while working from alternative locations.

3) Liability and Insurance Coverage

a) Employees working from alternative locations will be covered by the County's policies for job-related injuries that occur in the course and scope of employment while working from an alternative location. The employee remains liable for injuries to third parties that occur on the employee's premises if applicable.

Chief Administrative Officer:, Approved by Council: 20/06/16 GEN-1 Alternative Workspace Policy Page 2 of 2 25 BRAZEAU COUNTY UPDATE REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT: Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS) Designation

DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021

PREPARED BY: Martine Martindale

UPDATE Based on the information I have obtained through my research. I INFORMATION: understand that, if CHRS designation proceeds, it has no bearing on determining what developments occur along the North Saskatchewan River. Designation is not treated as a development consideration whatsoever. There is no effect on present and future developments nor any additional requirements or referrals for applications associated with aggregate or recreational developments. All statutory documents and the Land Use Bylaw can remain wholly unchanged unless the municipality chooses to create its own policies for the River. As an example, Ottawa has two designated CHRS in its boundary. Ottawa has chosen to recognize these two waterways in its Official Plan and developed its own policies for development review. They have not seen any impact through their Heritage Rivers review of applications along or near the waterways and CHRS does not require additional application material. The Official Plan policies relate largely to the canal which is both a CHRS and United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage Site. Staff for the city of Ottawa conduct reviews and impact statements associated with the City’s Official Plan, not because of CHRS designation. Other jurisdictions have river-adjacent developments ranging from recreational to residential, agricultural to heavy industrial. From a municipal point of view, federal designation is symbolic in nature and does not impose any new restrictions.

Research Material: • Alberta Parks - https://albertaparks.ca/albertaparksca/management-land-use/national- international-programs/canadian-heritage-rivers/

26 • Canadian Heritage Rivers System - https://chrs.ca/en/about-chrs • Canadian Heritage Rivers System Principles, Procedures and Operational Guidelines 2017 • Canadian Heritage River System Strategic Plan 2008-2018

Research Contacts: • Smoky Lake County – Kyle Schole, Planning, Development, & Heritage Assistant • Town of Banff – No response. • Town of Jasper – No response. • Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo – Kurt Stilwell, Municipal Legal Counsel • City of Ottawa – Avery Marshall, Built Heritage Researcher, Heritage Planning

27 Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS) Designation – Portion of the North Saskatchewan River

Further to the Letter dated October 23, 2020 from Alberta Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon, that the Brazeau County provide a Letter of Support to Smoky Lake County regarding the possible Designation of the North Saskatchewan River to the Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS).

• In 2019, the Smoky Lake County Council Regional Heritage Board (SLCRHB) initiated a project to potentially designate a portion of the North Saskatchewan River under the Canadian Heritage Rivers System (CHRS).

• In October 2020, the Province of Alberta indicated that Alberta Environment and Parks will support the Nomination.

• To-date, Smoky Lake County has received +22 Letters of Support, including from: o the City of Spruce Grove, o the Metis Nation of Alberta (MNA), o Paddle Alberta and Paddle Canada, o the Town of Stoney Plain, o Travel Alberta, o the Village of Clyde, o Westlock County, o the River Valley Alliance, o the Town of Rocky Mountain House, and o Lamont County

CANADIAN HERITAGE RIVERS SYSTEM (CHRS)

• Canada's national program for recognizing Canada’s important rivers. It is a cooperative initiative of the federal, provincial, and territorial governments in conjunction with local communities and citizens, who play a key role in the program.

• The CHRS Charter speaks to the Vision, and Purpose of the program:

o Vision: This Charter affirms the vision of the Canadian Heritage Rivers Board that: The Canadian Heritage Rivers System is a model of stewardship, cooperation and participation; one that engages society in valuing the natural and cultural heritage of rivers and river communities as essential to the identity, health and quality of life of Canadians.

o Purpose: This Charter sets out a framework for cooperation between Canada and the participating Provinces and Territories (hereinafter together referred to as “the Participants”) to recognize, conserve and manage, in a sustainable manner, Canada’s designated heritage rivers and their natural qualities, cultural/historical heritage, and recreational values. The Charter provides a tangible public expression by governments in Canada of their support for and participation in the Canadian Heritage Rivers System and acknowledges the operation of the program through a strategic plan.

o Created in 1984, Alberta joined the program in 1994, and currently enjoys three Designations under the System: 28

▪ 1989: Headwaters of the North Saskatchewan (48km within Banff National Park)

Headwaters of the Athabasca (~168km within Jasper National Park)

▪ 2003: Clearwater River (~326km from Fort McMurray, into the Province of Saskatchewan)

• The objectives of the Canadian Heritage Rivers program are to give national recognition to Canada's outstanding rivers as part of a comprehensive and representative system and to encourage long-term management that will conserve their natural, cultural and recreational values for the benefit and enjoyment of Canadians, now and in the future.

• The Canadian Heritage Rivers System is a model of stewardship, cooperation and participation; one that engages society in valuing the natural and cultural heritage of rivers and river communities as essential to the identity, health and quality of life of Canadians.

• Alberta’s representation to the CHRS is presently administered through Alberta Environment and Parks. Designation under the CHRS does NOT impact or increase development restrictions along the River. No new rules or restrictions are created as a result of Designation.

ATTACHMENTS:

- Letter dated October 23, 2020 from Minister for Alberta Environment and Parks (AEP), the Hon. Jason Nixon.

- Draft Letter of Support

• Promote Economic Development, Tourism

• Parks Canada Guiding Principles and Operational Policies, Part II - Activity Policies: Canadian Heritage Rivers Policy

• Regional, National, and International exposure for the area

• Opportunities for unlocking of grants, etc.

• Natural, land, and river-based tourism development opportunities.

Further to the Letter dated October 23, 2020 from Alberta Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon, that Brazeau County provide a Letter of Support to Smoky Lake County regarding the possible Designation of the North Saskatchewan River to the Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS).

29 30 Smoky Lake County Council 4612 McDougall Drive, PO Box 310 Smoky Lake, AB T0A 3C0

Sent by: Regular Mail DATE

RE: Letter of Support for Nomination of the North Saskatchewan River, Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS)

To Whom it May Concern,

Further to the letter dated October 23, 2020 from Alberta Minister of Environment and Parks Jason Nixon, and on behalf of Brazeau County, it is a pleasure to provide this letter supporting nomination of the North Saskatchewan River for the Canadian Heritage River System (CHRS).

“The Canadian Heritage River System is a cooperative venture …designed to offer international, national, provincial and regional recognition to outstanding rivers in Canada that demonstrate exceptional examples of Canadian cultural, natural, and recreation values. The main objective is to ensure the long-term management of these rivers in order that their unique values are conserved for the continuing benefit and enjoyment of Canadians and visitors to Canada.” - from the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance (NSWA) Heritage River Background Study (2005).

The CHRS is a voluntary, community-driven program. Designation under the CHRS does not add to or increase existing development restrictions along the River corridor, and no new rules or restrictions are created because of participation.

The CHRS serves to celebrate and safeguard the future of our environment for the use, benefit, and enjoyment of future generations. As such, we support the nomination of a portion of the North Saskatchewan River for inclusion as a nationally recognized watercourse within the Canadian Heritage River System.

Best Regards,

Bart Guyon Reeve, Brazeau County e: @ / p: (780) XXX-XXXX cc: Kyle Schole, Planning, Development, & Heritage Assistant ,

31 BRAZEAU COUNTY UPDATE REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT: 2020 Fire Department November Stats

DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021

PREPARED BY: Tom Thomson ‐ Fire Chief

UPDATE To provide Council with updated information regarding department calls INFORMATION: for service, the Fire Service has generated a statistical break down for November 2020 response for service numbers. This information includes the number of incidents responded to, the types of incidents, the incident calls for the Town of Drayton Valley and Brazeau County. Drayton Valley/Brazeau County Fire Services 2020 November Stats Fire Calls ‐ 5 Vehicle Fires ‐ 3 Structure Fire ‐ 1 Landfill Fire‐ 1 Motor Vehicle Collisions ‐ 4 Single Vehicle Collision ‐3 (Highway 616 & RR 53, Highway 39 & RR 52, Highway 22 & River Hill) Two Vehicle Collision‐ 1 (Highway 22 & 50 Street Drayton Valley) Rescue Calls ‐ 0 Alarm Calls ‐ 14 Residential Alarm Calls ‐ 9 Senior Living Complex‐ 1 Public School‐ 1 Commercial Alarm ‐ 2 Church‐ 1 (No alarms were false) Assist Another Agency ‐ 3 EMS Assists (includes cardiac arrests, lift assist calls, Stars Landing, overdose calls, etc.) ‐ 3 (EMS arrived on scene first for all calls)

Brazeau County – Report to Council – 2020 November Fire Stats Page 1 of 2 32 Miscellaneous Calls ‐ 2 Smoke Investigation ‐ 1 Ruptured Water Pipes‐ 1

Provincial Motor Vehicle Collisions ‐ 4 Provincial Total Calls ‐ 4

Town of Drayton Valley Fire Calls ‐ 3 Motor Vehicle Collision ‐ 0 Rescue Calls ‐ 0 Alarm Calls ‐ 8 Assist Another Agency ‐ 0 Miscellaneous Calls ‐ 2 Town Total Calls ‐ 13

Brazeau County Fire Calls ‐ 2 Motor Vehicle Collisions ‐ 0 Rescue Calls ‐ 0 Alarm Calls ‐ 6 Assist Another Agency ‐ 3 Miscellaneous Calls ‐ 0 County Total Calls ‐ 11

Brazeau County – Report to Council – 2020 November Fire Stats Page 2 of 2 33 BRAZEAU COUNTY UPDATE REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT: 2020 Fire Department December Stats

DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021

PREPARED BY: Tom Thomson ‐ Fire Chief

UPDATE To provide Council with updated information regarding department calls INFORMATION: for service, the Fire Service has generated a statistical break down for December 2020 response for service numbers. This information includes the number of incidents responded to, the types of incidents, the incident calls for the Town of Drayton Valley and Brazeau County. Drayton Valley/Brazeau County Fire Services 2020 December Stats Fire Calls ‐ 3 Vehicle Fire ‐ 2 Structure Fire ‐ 1

Motor Vehicle Collisions ‐ 2 Single Vehicle Collision – 1 (Highway 761 & Highway 616) Single Vehicle Vs Wildlife‐ 1 (Highway 620 & RR 80)

Rescue Calls ‐ 0

Alarm Calls ‐ 14 Residential Alarm Calls ‐ 9 Senior Living Complex‐ 1 Hospital‐ 1 Public School‐ 1 Commercial Alarm ‐ 2 (No alarms were false)

Assist Another Agency ‐ 3 EMS Assists (includes cardiac arrests, lift assist calls, Stars Landing, overdose calls, etc.) ‐ 3 (EMS arrived on scene first for all calls)

Miscellaneous Calls ‐ 1 Toxic Chemical Spill‐ 1 (Ammonia)

Brazeau County – Report to Council – 2020 December Fire Stats Page 1 of 2 34 Provincial Motor Vehicle Collisions ‐ 2 Provincial Total Calls ‐ 2

Town of Drayton Valley Fire Calls ‐ 0 Motor Vehicle Collision ‐ 0 Rescue Calls ‐ 0 Alarm Calls ‐ 11 Assist Another Agency ‐ 2 Miscellaneous Calls ‐ 0 Town Total Calls ‐ 13

Brazeau County Fire Calls ‐ 3 Motor Vehicle Collisions ‐ 0 Rescue Calls ‐ 0 Alarm Calls ‐ 3 Assist Another Agency ‐ 1 Miscellaneous Calls ‐ 1 County Total Calls ‐ 8

Brazeau County – Report to Council – 2020 December Fire Stats Page 2 of 2 35 BRAZEAU COUNTY UPDATE REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT: Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association 2021 Budget – Drayton Valley Municipal Airport

DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021

PREPARED BY: Lee Chambers, Director of Community Services

UPDATE INFORMATION:

Council originally reviewed a request from the Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association for an increase to the operating funding for the Drayton Valley Municipal Airport during budget meetings in November and further during the December 15, 2020, Regular Meeting of Council. During the December 15, 2020, meeting the following motion was made:

0998/20‐12‐15 Moved by M. Gressler to develop a decision tree for dealing with development at the airport and research any incomes from the airport for January 19, 2021. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Accordingly, attached is the decision tree for development at the Drayton Valley Municipal Airport.

With regard to the budget questions, the Association is requesting $68,000 from the County for operating costs in 2021. The current budget allocation for airport cost sharing is $52,087. Should the County determine to provide the additional funding, that would result in an increase of approximately $16,000. As per the November RFD, attached, the County currently has an agreement with the Town to cost share airport operating costs on a 50/50 basis. The same agreement also states that both the Town and County are to approve the operating budget.

Administration reached out to the Association to get a better understanding of the airport revenues. Their primary source of revenue is from the Town and County (anticipated total $136,000). The lease payments for the lots/hangars, 30 lots, garner approximately $15,000 in annual funding, paid to the Town. The County collected $13,463 in property taxes for the lots/hangars in 2020.

36 Administration also looked into the Cooking Lake Airport as directed by Council. The facility offers the following: • Canada's oldest operating public airport (founded 1926) • Operated as a non-profit - entirely by volunteers • Approximately 250 aircraft based at the airport • Fifth busiest community airport in Alberta (30,000 aircraft movements each year) • CBSA approved international airport (CANPASS) • Two Transport Canada approved Flight Schools • Five aircraft maintenance shops • Two published RNAV instrument approaches • Economic impact is $9.85 million per year • 2,950 foot runway, 11 taxiways, 8 kilometers of roads, 4 public parking lots • 24/7 aircraft refueling (100 LL)

Cooking Lake Airport was set up as a non-profit bare-land condo in order to prevent its closure as the local municipality did not have an interest in taking it over. The condo is managed by a Board and receives no funding from the local municipality. Condo fees are based on the size of their property and haven’t increased since 2008 for an average annual fee of $1,769 per unit (approximately $150 per month). There are approximately 90 lots/hangars. Taxes are paid to Strathcona County and development permits are also managed by the County. Attached is further information on their fees from their website and a copy of their budget.

Attachments: • Planning and Development Decision Tree • November 2020 Budget RFD – Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association • Excerpts from Cooking Lake Website

37 Stage of Process Applicant Administration Process Flow and Timing Responsibilities/Actions Responsibilities/Actions Application Submission  Applicant submits application package.  Application is reviewed and deemed Application and Review for complete OR the applicant is advised if  Applicant to provide additional infor- Submission Completion additional information is required. mation as requested or address any 20 days Completeness concerns which may arise from the Review Airport requires Town review process.

DEVELOPMENTPERMIT PROCESS authorization signature as Revision  Applicant must provide a Site Plan ini- landowner. Deemed Complete tialed by the Town. Review, Referral and  Applicant is encouraged to attend the Mu-  Determination is made if the development Decision nicipal Planning Commission (MPC) is permitted; if so, Staff approves (with con- meeting if the decision regarding approval Referral ditions) or refuses (with reasons) the Per- 40 days is to be made by that body. Decision mit. Must comply with Airport  If the proposed development is discretion- Protection Overlay in Sec- Presentation to ary or if variance greater than 50% is re- tion 14.1 and is zoned Insti- Municipal Plan- ning Commission quested, information is circulated to inter- tutional Section 13.3 of LUB nal departments, referral agencies and ad- 1002-18. jacent landowners. Airport referrals are also Conditional  Staff prepares and presents a report to the sent to Transport Canada Refused Approval Municipal Planning Commission (MPC). and the DV Airport Manag- er (Pembina Regional Aero-  MPC will approve (with conditions), table, drome Association). Appeal or refuse (with reasons) the Permit. Appeal  Applicant has the right to appeal the deci-  Administration will prepare a submission sion to the Subdivision and Development with respect to the Appeal and attend the

21 days Appeal Board. Conditional Appeal hearing. Refusal Approval  An appeal must be filed within twenty-one (21) days of the date of the decision.

Completion of   Applicant has one (1) year to commence Completion of Conditions Reviews file in two (2) years of approval to Conditions construction and one (1) year to finish confirm development complete and condi- [total of two (2) years]. tions met. 2 years Development Conditions Confirmed Complete and File Closed

The Airport is owned by the Crown, leased to the Town of Drayton Valley, and managed by the Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association. The Town subleases unsurveyed sites. The Airport falls under Brazeau38 County’s jurisdiction. BRAZEAU COUNTY

REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DECISION

SUBJECT: Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association 2021 Budget DATE TO COUNCIL: November 20, 2020, Budget Meeting SUBMITTED BY: Lee Chambers - Director of Community Services ENDORSED BY: REVIEWED BY CAO: Jocelyn Whaley, CAO FILE NO: Report/Document Attached _X_____ Available ______Nil ______

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: That Council approve the proposed 2021 airport budget as submitted by the Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association, bringing the County’s cost shared amount to a maximum of $68,000.00.

1. TOPIC DEFINED

Executive Summary/Key Issue(s)/Concepts Defined:

The Drayton Valley Airport is leased by the Town of Drayton Valley from the Province and is located in Brazeau County. The facility is equipped with hangars, an office, and a 5,000 foot runway, allowing most business jets and private planes to land safely. Until this year the facility was operated by the Town with the County cost sharing the operational deficit as per the 1995 cost sharing agreement. This same agreement also states that “the annual operating budget will be approved by both Councils in advance.” Past cost sharing amounts are as follows, with an average yearly cost being $42,957.80:

2019 2018 2017 2016 2015 Airport $ 32,701.00 $ 40,164.00 $ 30,930.00 $ 49,941.00 $ 61,053.00

In March 2020, the Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association (PRAA) took over operations of the local airport from the Town. This change has allowed for a truer picture of operating costs for the facility. Hangar lease payments are paid to the Town while taxes on the hangars are paid to the County. As such, the PRAA have provided a draft budget for 2021 and is seeking confirmation of the County’s cost sharing commitment.

The proposed 2021 budget puts the total operating costs at $136,000, proposed to be shared 50/50 with the Town of Drayton Valley, bringing Brazeau County’s share to $68,000. The 2020 budget allocation for airport cost sharing is $52,087. Should Council determine to approve the proposed 2021 airport budget, this will be an increase of approximately $16,000.

39 Relevant Policy:

None

Strategic Relevance:

Council goals #1, #2, and #3.

2. ANALYSIS OF RECOMMENDED ACTION That Council approve the proposed 2021 airport budget as submitted by the Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association, bringing the County’s cost shared amount to a maximum of $68,000.00.

Advantages Disadvantages • Increased funding will allow the PRAA to • Increased the 2021 County budget ensure the facility is operating as per during an economic downturn regulations • Increased funding will allow the PRAA to develop programs and services at the airport, promoting the region and • Maintains access to the facility by residents, corporations, and emergency services

3. IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION

Operational: none

Financial: increased budget allocation as per the proposed budget, a net impact of approximately $16,000 Attachments: • Correspondence from Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association • Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association Proposed Budget

40 From: Jerry Greiner Sent: Thursday, November 12, 2020 12:11 PM To: Jocelyn Whaley Subject: Airport Budget Proposal 2021 Operating

Hi Jocelyn, This year in March, the Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association took over the operation of the Airport from the Town. We are a volunteer orgaization, made up of pilots and others with an interest in the airport. I understand the County shares costs with the town o funding.

My Concern is the actual costs of the Airport seem to be understated previously, as many of the costs such as equipment, fuel, Pavement repairs, summer student's cleaning and mowing were not always coded to the airport, but just to the different departments. As a club we all the expenses are born by us, with nothing hidden in extra depertments.

As such the actual costs for the first 7 months of operation, and the operation budget for 2021 are attached. Our 2021 operating budget is $136,000. I believe there is a 50% cost sharing agreement in place.

I trust you find this in order,

Feel free to contact me if further details are needed.

Jerry Greiner

President, Pembina Regional Aerodrome Association (PRAA)

42 Cooking Lake Airport

HOME AIRPORT GUIDE AVIATION SERVICES HANGAR LOTS CONTACT

Costs:

Condominium Fees: The airport derives most of its funding through condominium fees paid by hangar owners. All the hangar properties are part of a bare-land condominium which means the hangar owners actually own their land and their building. The condominium fees payable by each hangar owner are determined by the size of their property – owners of larger properties will pay more than the owners of smaller properties. Condominium fees have not increased since 2008 and the average annual condominium fee currently stands at $1769 per unit per year (approximately $150 per month).

Property Taxes: Hangar owners are responsible for their own property taxes payable to the County of Strathcona. Property taxes are based on the assessed value of the hangar property (including the building). As such, property taxes vary considerably with the taxes on basic buildings in the range of $1200 per year (approximately $100 per month) and more elaborate buildings on the order of $6000 per year.

Utilities: Hangar owners are responsible for their own utility (gas and electricity) hookups if required. Gas and electricity lines are on-site so owners need only pay the tariffed connection fees established by the service provider.

County Building Permits: 43 Hangar owners are responsible for the cost of all County of Strathcona permits required for construction or renovation of their building.

44 HOME AIRPORT GUIDE AVIATION SERVICES HANGAR LOTS CONTACT

Cooking Lake Airport

Lot Sizes and Fees

Lot sizes and fees

Twenty (20) new hangar lots have been added to meet demand for for aviators and aviation related businesses. The hangar lots are serviced with paved asphalt taxiways, gravel access roads, natural gas, and 45 electricity. Since this is a rural airport, water and sewer are not available so owners will have to provide their own fresh water cisterns and waste water holding tanks, similar to rural homes and businesses in the area.

Lots 13 through 20 have been especially designed to meet the needs of commercial aviation businesses. The lots are deeper and can be combined to Private Hangar Lots accommodate larger hangars if desired. There is more room for employee and customer parking in behind the buildings and a large area that can be developed into a future parking lot if required. There will not be an electronic access control gate to the commercial area - this gives your customers unrestricted access to your facilities.

Commercial Area Hangar Lots

46 BRAZEAU COUNTY

REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DECISION

SUBJECT: Proposed Policy PSS-8 Close Contacts DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021 SUBMITTED BY: Lee Chambers - Director of Community Services ENDORSED BY: REVIEWED BY CAO: FILE NO: Report/Document Attached _X_____ Available ______Nil ______

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: That Council approve proposed policy PSS-8 “Close Contacts”, as presented.

1. TOPIC DEFINED

Executive Summary/Key Issue(s)/Concepts Defined:

The Peace Officer Program in Alberta receives updates throughout the year regarding program changes or current affair impacts on the program. On December 22, 2020, we received additional information regarding managing potential exposure events within law enforcement, see attached. Within this email there is a list of elements that agencies are to have in place:

1. an established OHS program and access to an adequately trained OHS professional;

2. access to appropriate PPE for officers including training on proper donning and doffing of the PPE;

3. a written policy for how the organization will determine close contacts. At minimum, the policy must be equivalent to the threshold set for health care workers. The attached document provides a useful reference for your OHS program; and

4. a process to assess individual worksite close contacts to determine the need for quarantine for worksite exposures.

Administration has reviewed the required and elements and confirmed that items 1,2, and 4 are in place. A draft policy is attached for Council’s review to address item 3.

Relevant Policy:

N/A

47 Strategic Relevance:

Council goals #3.

2. ANALYSIS OF RECOMMENDED ACTION That Council approve proposed policy PSS-8 “Close Contacts”, as presented.

Advantages Disadvantages • • Ensures that the Brazeau County Community None identified. Peace Officer Program is meeting the requirements of the Alberta Peace Officer Program.

3. IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION

Operational: Minimal

Financial: None. Attachments: • E-mail from JSG Peace Officer Program dated December 22, 2020 • Proposed Policy PSS-8 Close Contacts

48 From: Jocelyn Whaley To: Lee Chambers; Steve Goodman; Jesse Shymansky; Rick Evans Cc: Rita Bijeau Subject: FW: AHS Direction on Peace Officer Exposure Events Related to COVID-19 Date: Tuesday, December 22, 2020 10:14:03 AM Attachments: COVID-19-assessment-tool-for-health-care-workers-and-public-health-enforcement.pdf

FYI Jocelyn Whaley Chief Administrative Officer Brazeau County

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From: JSG Peace Officer Program Sent: Tuesday, December 22, 2020 10:05 AM To: JSG Peace Officer Program Subject: AHS Direction on Peace Officer Exposure Events Related to COVID-19

Good Morning Primary Peace Officer Program Contacts,

Both the Peace Officer Program and AHS have had some inquiries from peace officer and police agencies around how they are expected to manage potential exposure events within a law enforcement context. The concern is that if managed like a member of the general public or through the 811 line, the default approach is quite cautious and could result in significant portions of our enforcement personnel being off work for isolation.

The following guidance from AHS outlines their expectations of law enforcement agencies in situations that may involve exposure to COVID-19 positive citizens to ensure officer safety while

49 supporting your ability to continue to deliver critical enforcement services during the pandemic. We believe the guidance tool for health care workers (attached to this email) may also be helpful in addressing any questions you may have in assessing your current protocols.

AHS Guidance:

Each law enforcement agency should have robust hazard assessments and control mechanisms that set out COVID-19 infection prevention strategies. These strategies include, but are not limited to, the use of PPE by officers that is appropriate to abate the risk of becoming infected by the COVID-19 virus from contact or droplet transmission. Potential and actual contact incidents must be assessed on a case-by-case basis by the law enforcement agency’s OHS program to determine whether or not the risk mitigation was adequate and PPE was appropriately worn.

Agencies must have the following elements in place:

1. an established OHS program and access to an adequately trained OHS professional; 2. access to appropriate PPE for officers including training on proper donning and doffing of the PPE; 3. a written policy for how the organization will determine close contacts. At minimum, the policy must be equivalent to the threshold set for health care workers. The attached document provides a useful reference for your OHS program; and 4. a process to assess individual worksite close contacts to determine the need for quarantine for worksite exposures.

As a result of the inquiries, the public health inspectors have been provided additional information on assessing possible exposures involving law enforcement personnel and should be able to assist you in any situation that arises to determine if isolation is required.

Have a safe holiday enforcement season!

Tammy Spink Manager, Peace Officer and Security Services Program Deputy Registrar, Security Services and Investigators Act Ministry of Justice and Solicitor General Phone: 780-427-6896

Classification: Protected A

50 Policy Name

Close Contacts

Policy Number

PSS-8

Policy Statement

Recognizing that Community Peace Officers may have frequent interactions with members of the public, this Policy addresses how to determine close contacts in times of a global health crisis, such as a pandemic.

Policy

Should a global health crisis, such as a pandemic, occur Brazeau County will follow parameters from Alberta Health Services and other levels of government when determining close contacts for Community Peace Officers.

A Community Peace Officer is considered a close contact if they:

• Provided direct care for the case (including healthcare workers, family members or other caregivers), or who had other similar close physical contact (e.g. intimate partner, hug, kiss, handshake) without consistent and appropriate use of personal protective equipment; OR • Lived with or otherwise had close prolonged contact which may be cumulative, i.e. multiple interactions for a total of 15 minutes or more and within two metres with a case without consistent and appropriate use of personal protective equipment; OR • Had direct contact with infectious bodily fluids of a case (e.g. shared cigarettes, glasses/bottles, eating utensils) or was coughed or sneezed on while not wearing recommended personal protective equipment.

Anyone who falls into any of the above categories is considered a close contact of a confirmed case of COVID-19 or other infectious agent. Wearing a non-medical mask is not sufficient to exempt you from being considered a close contact.

Consistent and appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE) must be assessed to determine if the individual had adequate protection from a potential exposure.

BRAZEAU COUNTY UPDATE REPORT TO COUNCIL

SUBJECT: Household Hazardous Waste Recycling

DATE TO COUNCIL: January 19, 2021

PREPARED BY: Darcy Mulroy, Utilities Supervisor, Public Works Lynden Fischer, Director, Public Works

UPDATE INFORMATION:

August 18, 2020 Council passed the following motion: 571/20‐08‐18 – Moved by D. Wiltse to direct Administration to look into other options and costs, including Alberta Recycle to see if we can have a toxic recycle site on the east side and west side of the County. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY

Administration has reviewed the options and potential costs associated with implementing additional recycling of used oil and other toxic liquid wastes.

Site Creation Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) does not currently provide grants for the creation of toxic waste collection sites. All start‐up and infrastructure costs would be borne by Brazeau County.

The infrastructure start‐up costs associated with implementing used oil recycling, including an oil tank, shed, and spill containment is estimated to cost $15,000.00 per location.

Collection of other toxic liquid waste products such as paints, fuels, and filters would require an initial material cost of $100 per drum of 200 liters, and $600 per tote of 1000 liters.

Operational Costs GFL, Safety Kleen and Recycle West were contacted regarding payment for collected used oil. Administration was informed payment programs ended in April of 2020. ARMA provided grant funding in 2020 for used oil collection through Brazeau County’s annual household hazardous waste roundup submittal.

Brazeau County – Report to Council – Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Page 1 of 3 52

If a third‐party is used for oil collection, a fee of $0.25 per liter would apply for removal at all collection sites, and may incur additional costs if used oil is found to be contaminated with water or other substances.

Collection costs for oil and other toxic items quoted (2020 prices) from the Household Hazardous Waste Roundup processor (DBS Environmental) are as follows:  Core collection cost – $3011.45 per location per collection visit. o The Core price includes transportation and processing of items not listed below. o Although a multiple visit price was requested, Administration was informed this price would not be available until 2021 due to expected changes to the collection program.  Paint ‐ $160.00 per full bin  Paint Aerosols – $0.20 each can  Fluorescent Bulbs ‐ $0.43 per Foot or $3.84 per kg  Compact fluorescents ‐ $1.03 each  Metal Halide Bulbs ‐ $3.30 each  Dry Cell Batteries ‐ $4.92 per kg  1 lb Propane Tanks ‐ $0.52 per tank  20 lb Propane Tanks ‐ $73.50 Transport per Pallet/bin  Waste anti‐freeze ‐ $216.30 per drum or $1.19 per liter  Oil Filters/Used oil (from Round up processor) ‐ $120.85 per 4 containers/bins  Residue pails/lids ‐ $37.80 Transport per Pallet/bin

ARMA provides 50 % grant funding for collection of select items that are accepted by an approved processor, including;  Paint Containers – $50 per bin (1m3 or greater capacity)  Paint Spray Cans ‐ $0.05 per can, $10 per drum, or $50 per bin  Lubricating oil ‐ $0.05 per liter  Oil Containers – HDPE or metal ‐ $0.05 per liter/container size  Oil Filters less than 8” ‐ $0.50 per filter  Oil Filters equal to or greater than 8” ‐ $1.00 per filter  Electronics (TV’s, CPU’s, Monitors, laptops, printers/scanners/fax machines) ‐ $155 per tonne  ARMA approved advertising (maximum of $1,500)

Potential Site(s) Easyford: Easyford transfer station is in a decent location which should be a minimal inconvenience for most of the residents on the west side of the river. This site currently has minimal services (garbage & recycle) which may allow for the unloading to be “policed” better by the attendant. Easyford offers decent space for creating an oil/hazardous waste collection area. This site is used as a consolidation/collection site during our annual Household Hazardous Waste Roundup.

Buck Creek: There is no centralized site on the East side of the river. Of the three eastern sites, (Lindale, Breton and Buck Creek) Buck Creek transfer station offers the largest amount of usable space for setting up this service. All eastern sites offer 3 different services. (garbage, recycle & metal/

Brazeau County – Report to Council – Household Hazardous Waste Recycling Page 2 of 3 53 appliance collection) Buck Creek transfer station is used as a consolidation/collection site during our annual Household Hazardous Waste Roundup.

The old County shop (automotive/welding bays or the cold storage building) may be a consideration if one permanent location is desired. The largest deterrent may be the cost of hiring an attendant to operate the site. (20hrs/week = $30,940 per year) For this site Brazeau County would not require a shed to cover the secondary containment. The automotive/welding bays or the cold storage building could be utilized for preventing external precipitation from filling the secondary containment system. An oil tank and secondary containment system ($10,000) would still be required. Storage of full bins/totes would be possible at this location. This location boasts having lots of yard space for the large truck traffic and is fairly centralized within the overall county boundaries. Having a dedicated person on site should almost completely eliminate any requirements by operations staff to reorganize or sort collected items into correct locations.

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REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DECISION

SUBJECT: Wetlands Policy ADM‐24 DATE TO COUNCIL: January 11, 2021 SUBMITTED BY: Sandra McIntosh, Economic Development Officer REVIEWED BY CAO: J. Whaley, CAO

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: That Council approves Policy ADM‐24 Wetlands Policy in its entirety.

1. TOPIC DEFINED

Executive Summary In 2018, Brazeau County increased their commitment to clean energy opportunities by collaborating with FCM in creating a Climate Change leader position within administration. This position is responsible to moving Brazeau County forward to the next step after the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan, by creating a Climate Adaptation Strategic Plan. In 2020, Brazeau County approved ADM‐23 Climate Adaptation Policy. Under this policy, Brazeau County outlined environmental concerns, provided objectives to promote and facilitate the installation of both clean renewable and alternate energy supply systems and the implementation of energy efficiency and conservation measures by individuals and businesses. One of the objectives of ADM‐23 is to create further policies around Wetlands, Water Conservation and Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure. The first objective to be achieved is the creation of the Wetlands policy.

Relevant Policy: ADM‐23 Climate Adaptation Policy ADM ‐ 24 Wetlands Policy

Strategic Relevance: To ensure that Brazeau County has up‐to‐date policies and to streamline processes for staff and community groups.

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐24 Page 1 of 6 55 2. ANALYSIS OF RECOMMENDED ACTION That Council approves Policy ADM‐24 Wetlands Policy in its entirety.

3. TOPIC DEFINED

Advantages Disadvantages ‐ Successfully achieving one objective ‐ There is no disadvantage to approving this policy. from Policy ADM‐23, the creation of a Wetlands policy. ‐ Successfully achieving a milestone in the FCM Climate Adaptation Staffing grant.

4. IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION

Operational: N/A

Financial: There is no financial impact to Brazeau County. Attachments: Policy ADM‐23 Climate Adaptation Policy ADM‐24 Wetlands Policy

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐24 Page 2 of 6 56 Policy Name

Climate Adaptation Policy

Policy Number Brazeau County ADM-23

Policy Statement

Brazeau County has created the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan. This plan outlines initial actions to help manage potentially significant risks and opportunities anticipated to result from climate change over the next several decades.

In total, sixteen climate-related risks and five climate-related opportunities were identified, of which three risks and one opportunity were deemed to be requiring immediate action. These are identified as:

Risks: Opportunities:

1. Overland Flooding 1. Increased Growing Season 2. Water Supply Shortage/ Drought 3. Forest Fire

Policy Objectives

Brazeau County will promote and facilitate the implementation of the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan through the Climate Adaptation Implementation Strategy. The Climate Adaptation Implementation Strategy will be developed through the collaboration of the Brazeau County Climate Action Team (Administration) and the Climate Action Stakeholder Steering Committee (same team that was involved in the creation of the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan). This strategy will cover the following:

• Identify crops suitable for future climate concerns expressed in the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan • Provide education and training programs for local producers on crop management and techniques. • Provide a communication plan to keep lines of communication open between Brazeau County and the Agriculture industry.

Chief Administrative Officer:_. -----1:--,,.,.-=;.��;.::;.._------ Revision Dates: (Y/M/D) ---,,C....,.,:.-�----'--'-----'-----=------ Reviewed: ------ADM-23 CAP Page 1 of 2 57 Provide education and training programs for community members, groups, and stakeholders. Maintain one staff member per department to be the lead on bringing climate change initiatives into the projects and plans of each department within Brazeau County. Provide quarterly progress updates to Brazeau County Council of climate adaptation projects by providing Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) for the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan through the Climate Adaptation Implementation Plan. Hold community consultation sessions to provide information on implementation strategy, project, or initiatives and their impacts, opportunities, and external grant funding. Collaborate with FireSmart on their community events. Develop the following policies by March 1, 2021 o Water Conservation Policy o Wetland Policy o Installation of Bio-Swales & Green Infrastructure Policy Update existing policies by March 1, 2021. o Review Policy PD-7, Environmental Reserve. ■ Update to current requirements and standards o Review the Minimum Design Standards document. ■ Update to current requirements and standards

Chief Administrative Officer; _ Revision Dates:(Y/M/D) /f Reviewed: ADM-23 CAP Page 2 of 2 58

Policy Name

Wetlands Policy

Policy Number

ADM‐ 24

Policy Statement

Brazeau County has created the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan and the Climate Change Policy (ADM‐23). This plan outlines initial actions to help manage potentially significant risks and opportunities anticipated to result from climate change over the next several decades.

In compliance with Policy #ADM‐23, The Wetlands Policy is created to mitigate the risks and opportunities outlined in the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan. These are identified as:

Risks: Opportunities:

1. Overland Flooding 1. Increased Growing Season 2. Water Supply Shortage / Drought 3. Forest Fire Policy Objectives

 Limit any potential impacts to wetlands whenever possible by following AEP guidelines for wetlands and compensation. o Planning subdivision requirements for wetlands in place of retention ponds. o Mitigate erosion issues of streams, creeks and rivers by introducing suitable plants for stabilization. o Update Borrow Pits construction to incorporate plants and wetland requirements.

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐24 Page 5 of 6 59  Consideration for alternate green solutions on all Brazeau County projects. o Plants required for the creation of lagoons. o SAS Plant vs. the expansion of a lagoon.  Encourage and support the participation of area producers to utilize the ALUS Brazeau program. ALUS helps to develop projects that protect and restore wetlands and riparian areas through the use of:

o Off‐site watering

o Exclusion fencing

o Planting projects for bank stabilization, pollinator habitat and wildlife habitat

o Use of buffers (natural or planted) along waterways to provide natural filtration and capture run off from crops before they enter the water.

 Change the practice of receiving monetary compensation for wetland disturbances on Brazeau County projects, to using local and internal administrative professionals to mitigate the disturbance and construct the wetlands under AEP requirements, procedures and approvals.  Hold community consultation sessions to provide information on implementation strategy, project, or initiatives and their impacts, opportunities, and external grant funding.

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐24 Page 6 of 6 60 BRAZEAU COUNTY

REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DECISION

SUBJECT: Approve Water Conservation Policy ADM ‐ 25 DATE TO COUNCIL: January 11, 2021 SUBMITTED BY: Sandra McIntosh, Economic Development Officer ENDORSED BY: J. Whaley, CAO

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: That Council approves Policy ADM ‐ 25 Water Conservation Policy in its entirety.

1. TOPIC DEFINED

Executive Summary In 2018, Brazeau County increased their commitment to clean energy opportunities by collaborating with FCM in creating a Climate Change leader position within administration. This position is responsible to moving Brazeau County forward to the next step after the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan, by creating a Climate Adaptation Strategic Plan. In 2020, Brazeau County approved ADM‐23 Climate Adaptation Policy. Under this policy, Brazeau County outlined environmental concerns, provided objectives to promote and facilitate the installation of both clean renewable and alternate energy supply systems and the implementation of energy efficiency and conservation measures by individuals and businesses. One of the objectives of ADM‐23 is to create further policies around Wetlands, Water Conservation and Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure. The second objective to be achieved is the creation of the Water Conservation policy.

Relevant Policy: ADM‐23 Climate Adaptation Policy ADM‐26 Water Conservation Policy

Strategic Relevance: To ensure that Brazeau County has up‐to‐date policies and to streamline processes for staff and community groups.

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – ADM ‐ 25 Page 1 of 4 61 2. ANALYSIS OF RECOMMENDED ACTION That Council approves Policy ADM‐25 Water Conservation Policy in its entirety.

3. TOPIC DEFINED

4. IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION

Operational: N/A

Financial: There is no financial impact to Brazeau County. Attachments: Policy ADM‐26 Water Conservation Policy

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – ADM ‐ 25 Page 2 of 4 62 Policy Name

Water Conservation Policy

Policy Number

ADM ‐ 25

Policy Statement

In compliance with Policy #ADM‐23, The Water Conservation Policy is created to mitigate the risks and opportunities outlined in the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan. These are:

Risks: Opportunities:

1. Overland Flooding 1. Increased Growing Season 2. Water Supply Shortage / Drought 3. Forest Fire

Policy Objectives

 The conservation of water will be considered whenever possible. o Create projects that follow the water conservation ideals. . Rain Barrel programs . Increase inspection and leak detection cycles . Greenhouse programs . Construction specification changes to reflect less water usage o Whenever possible, use low flow toilets, faucets, etc. in all Brazeau County buildings and sports parks. . Include tracking and reporting requirements to set current and future targets o Minimize water used for traffic accumulation / dust control whenever possible. . Strive to use products that use less water

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – ADM ‐ 25 Page 3 of 4 63  Use of storage tanks / units / rain barrels to capture rainwater / non‐potable water for future use whenever possible. Examples are: o Fire Suppression o Sprinkler system  Work with the Ag Producers in learning about water conservation beneficial management (BMP) o Planting drought tolerant or water‐loving crops. o Xeriscaping o Soil management o Conservation tillage  Plan to implement water conservation when planning subdivisions and future developments in Brazeau County. o Utilize social media to promote better understanding of water conservation

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – ADM ‐ 25 Page 4 of 4 64 BRAZEAU COUNTY

REQUEST FOR COUNCIL DECISION

SUBJECT: Approve Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructures Policy ADM‐26 DATE TO COUNCIL: January 11, 2021 SUBMITTED BY: Sandra McIntosh, Economic Development Officer ENDORSED BY: J. Whaley, CAO

RECOMMENDED ACTIONS: That Council approves Policy ADM‐26 Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure Policy in its entirety.

1. TOPIC DEFINED

Relevant Policy: ADM‐23 Climate Adaptation Policy ADM‐26 Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure Policy

Strategic Relevance: To ensure that Brazeau County has up‐to‐date policies and to streamline processes for staff and community groups.

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐26 Page 1 of 4 65 2. ANALYSIS OF RECOMMENDED ACTION That Council approves Policy ADM‐26 Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure Policy in its entirety.

3. TOPIC DEFINED

Advantages Disadvantages ‐ Successfully achieving one objective ‐ There is no disadvantage to approving this policy. from Policy ADM‐23, the creation of an Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure policy. ‐ Successfully achieving a milestone in the FCM Climate Adaptation Staffing grant.

4. IMPLICATIONS OF RECOMMENDATION

Operational: N/A

Financial: There is no financial impact to Brazeau County. Attachments: Policy ADM‐ 27 Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure Policy

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐26 Page 2 of 4 66 Policy Name

Installation of Bioswales and Green Infrastructure Policy

Policy Number

ADM‐26

Policy Statement

In compliance with Policy, #ADM‐23, The Installation of Bioswales, (The bioswale is engineered with gravelly soil, so storm water is absorbed quickly and deeply.) and Green Infrastructures Policy is created to mitigate the risks and opportunities outlined in the Climate Resilience Express Action Plan. These are:

Risks: Opportunities:

1. Overland Flooding 1. Increased Growing Season 2. Water Supply Shortage / Drought 3. Forest Fire

Policy Objectives

 Plan to implement water conservation, bioswales, and green infrastructure when planning subdivisions and future developments in Brazeau County. o Storm water systems o Ditch systems o River ravines o Mains o Shelter Belts o Reforestation

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐26 Page 3 of 4 67  Plan to actively review and investigate options for bioswales to be installed in areas of standing water or poor drainage and report findings to Council.

 Encourage and support the participation of area producers to utilize the ALUS Brazeau program by developing projects that create green infrastructure such as:

o planting trees and shrubs for bank stabilization and prevention of soil erosion

o Improving and/or protecting wetlands and riparian areas to store water, help control flooding and slow down runoff.

 Building and expanding green infrastructure in all Brazeau County buildings o To obtain LEED certification o Working with other government bodies to implement rebates on solar panels, windmill, etc.  Updating Brazeau County design standards when possible. o Specifications o DWG’s

Brazeau County ‐ Request for Council Decision – Policy ADM‐26 Page 4 of 4 68 To the Reeve and Council:

In response to a recent meeting where this writer was critical of a number of board placements, there are several questions arising therefrom.

First: It appears that there was little thought into too many board placements. Rather, it looks like this was just a mad rush to place as many adherents as possible as opposed to placing talent where it’s most applicable.

Second: The motion to place “equal” numbers of members‐at‐large from each division was also poorly done (if my numbers are correct).

Since passed motions have the “force of law,” it is expected to have them honored.

If my numbers are correct, the number of members‐at‐large comes out as follows: Division 1 – 2 members at large Division 3 – 8 members at large Division 4 – 4 members at large Division 6 – 5 members at large So much for “equal” distribution for each division.

Third: A request was made by a ratepayer for additional funds for an approach. This person was the primary sole beneficiary of close to $1 million for a road extension about two years ago. When does this end?

Fourth: It is nice to see the issue of owning an old Drayton Valley church was dropped. Why Council entertains such proposals in the first place is wonderous.

Fifth: The existence of certain agreements with the Town was also mentioned by this writer If the three that I read are typical, it should be noted that a high school students’ council could/would have done a better job of protecting county interests (vis a vis oversight and fund protections). It is hard to believe that a lawyer would have written such documents and if so, should never have been retained!

So much for the concept of the “greatest good for the greatest number.”

L. Oberle

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Subject: “Talk Ask Listen” Mental Health in Ag Workshop

Good morning,

I spoke to Counselor Gressler this morning, and he asked that I forward this exciting information on to you.

There was request from Council during my Annual Report presentation to find resources regarding mental health tailored to folks in the ag community. FCSS in Wetaskiwin County have been chosen to be a “host community” by The Do More Agriculture Foundation & FCC to offer the “Talk, Ask, Listen” workshop, and they have given me permission to extend this opportunity to residents of Brazeau County.

The workshop is scheduled for February 23 from 9:00 am to 1:00 pm and it is online. Although you are required to register through event bright, it is free of charge.

For more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/talk‐ask‐listen‐wetaskiwin‐ab‐tickets‐132348990393

I have attached the poster, which you are welcome to share. I will be sharing this on our FCSS Facebook page and throughout our interagency networks as well.

If you require any more information, please don’t hesitate to contact me!

Lola Strand, BaHSA RSW Drayton Valley & District Family and Community Support Services Program Manager 4743-46 Street, Box 6837 Drayton Valley, AB T7A 1A1 P: 780-514-2204 | F: 780-542-5753 E: [email protected]

Good afternoon!

I hope this message find you well & that you are enjoying a safe and healthy start to 2021!

The County of Wetaskiwin FCSS & JEDI have been chosen to host “Talk Ask Listen” Mental Health in Ag Workshop presented by The Do More Agriculture Foundation & FCC. This free online event is specific to the agriculture industry and is delivered by mental health professionals that have agriculture experience.

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Date: Tue, February 23, 2021 Time: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM MST Location: Online Via Zoom Meetings

For more information and to register: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/talk‐ask‐listen‐wetaskiwin‐ab‐ tickets‐132348990393

We ask that you please help promote this event to your network. The topic of mental health is more important than ever during these uncertain times & we appreciate the opportunity to offer the workshop to our agriculture community.

Thank you for your assistance in reaching as many people as possible! If you have any questions please contact myself at [email protected].

Warm regards from County of Wetaskiwin’s FCSS

Erin Ballhorn Community Development Coordinator

County of Wetaskiwin No. 10 Ph. 780‐352‐3321 ext. 2292 Fax 780‐352‐3486 Email: [email protected] Website: www.county.wetaskiwin.ab.ca

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