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October 16, 2017

Unofficial Election Results for Lacombe County

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(Lacombe, Alberta) – Below are the unofficial results of Lacombe County’s 2017 municipal election. Official results will be distributed at noon on Friday, October 20, 2017.

Division 1 IRELAND, John MCDERMAND, Lacombe Rod County Election October 16, 2017 Division 2 KNIGHT, Brenda Division 3 SHEPHERD, Barb Division 4 LAW, Paula Division 5 SUMNER, Denise WIGMORE, Kenneth Division 6 STEPHENSON, Keith SZASZ, Robert Division 7 KREIL, Dana

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Votes 297 136 Votes N/A Votes N/A Votes N/A Votes 64 223 Votes 243 59 Votes N/A

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TrailNet Award

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100-Year Farm Family

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Fire Prevention Week

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Mirror Corner

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Environment

10-11 Agriculture 12

Development Incentive Grant

14-15 Development Activity 16

Ellis Bird Farm Update

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Lacombe Regional Tourism

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Notices

20-21 Council Highlights 26-27 Events Around the County

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Lacombe County Electoral Division Map

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County staff recognized by Alberta TrailNet In honor of Canada’s 150 birthday celebration, Trail Net presented the Alberta Hero award to Cliff Soper and Phil Lodermeier in recognition of their great contributions to Alberta Trail Net and the Trans Canada Trail System. Volunteer award pins were presented to all Councillors, Terry Hager, Tim Timmons, Bill Cade, Dale Kary, Lindsay Vink and Vince Pratt in appreciation of their contribution to the development of trails within Lacombe County. Our work with Mr. Soper on the Mary & Cliff Soper Natural Area, as well as the development of Anderson Park, Kuhnen Park and the TransCanada Trail, have made Lacombe County a leader in trail systems and public open spaces in the province. Pictured top left: Phil Lodermeier, Vince Pratt, Debbie Olsen, Dale Kary, Cliff Soper, Brandon Maier, Lindsay Vink, Bill Cade Pictured bottom left: Phil Lodermeier, Debbie Olsen, Cliff Soper.

Lacombe County welcomes new Fire Chief

Lacombe County offers ways to reduce light pollution general, so the sky is more visible at night. She says most people don't realize the amount of light they waste every day.

Lacombe County is pleased to welcome Drayton Bussiere as our new County Fire Chief. Drayton comes to us with 13 years’ experience with the Lacombe Fire Department, where he began his volunteer career, moving up through the ranks to become Deputy Fire Chief for the Lacombe Fire Department. Drayton's skills and experience in both fire fighting and administration will certainly compliment this position. As an active community member, Drayton is president of the Echo Lacombe Association and president of the Central Alberta Fire Training Association (CAFTA). He and his wife, Brittany, have a daughter and two sons.

“Probably the most astounding figure that’s ever been brought out is that we don’t use 30-50% of the light that we have on. It’s not beneficial to us, it’s complete wastage, and by incorporating some principles, perhaps that wastage can be lessened.” ~ Article by Jordan Davidson, Lacombe Online Photo credit: Cajun Paradis Lacombe County has released a guide to dark sky principles, in an effort to reduce the amount of light pollution, help you save money, and improve your health. The recently adopted Municipal Development Plan included the new policies which encouraged the inclusion of dark sky principles into future building designs within the county. The Guide to Dark Sky Principles is all about reducing the amount of unnatural light we expose ourselves too, which can have negative side effects on our physical and mental wellbeing, as well as making it harder to see the stars at night. Senior Planner with Lacombe County Anita O'Driscoll says a big part of this guide is to help reduce the amount of light pollution in

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O'Driscoll says you can easily take steps to reduce light pollution in your existing structures. “Using natural light or LEDs, having your lights on timers, having shielded lights so they don’t go into the sky, only lighting the area that you are using, like using a desk lamp instead of turning the light on in the whole room.” O'Driscoll says taking these steps can make a tremendous difference in preserving a natural nighttime environment, and enables us to enjoy natural phenomenas like the aurora borealis. You can pick up a copy of the Guide to Dark Sky Principles at the Lacombe County office, or you can download it off the County’s website here, or you can download it off the County’s website here.

October 20, 2017 - County News

Shaw family recognized with 100-Year Farm Family plaque The Shaw family is proud to celebrate 100 years and four generations of Shaws on the family farm. Our heritage is a testament to the hard work and dedication of our greatgrandparents, our grandparents and our parents for successfully maintaining the farm through numerous difficult periods. Their success was also attributable the good soil and forgiving climate of the local area. They were blessed with numerous good neighbors who were always willing to help out when needed. The current farmyard, just northeast of Lacombe, was purchased in 1913 from Charles Braithwaite by great-grandfather Edward Shaw. They had just recently arrived from Wallaceburg, Ontario. Land titles indicated the land wasn’t registered until 1917, which apparently was not uncommon in those days. In 1920, grandfather Norris Shaw married Carrie Chiswell, and they took over the farm. The Shaw land base is still home to the original Chiswell homestead dating back to 1893 where they settled on arriving from Prineville, Oregon. Norris and Carrie raised their four boys Gardie, Morris and Norris (twins) and Harvey on the farm. In 1948, Norris and Carrie sold the farm to son Morris Shaw. In 1951, Morris married Carolyn Moore from Bentley

Notice to any ratepayers with outstanding 2017 taxes An additional 10% penalty will be added on December 1 for all taxes unpaid after November 30. The November 30 deadline and penalties are not applicable to property owners currently enrolled in the Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP).

and they resided on the farm. They raised two sons Gary and Craig and two daughters Joan and Gail. Morris successfully ran a beef feedlot and smaller hog operation. In 1977, Gary returned to farm and shortly after did a major expansion in the hog operation. With wife, Joan, they raised two children - Cory and Megan - first in the original farm house and later in a newer house. In 1980, Craig returned to farm and farmed with his dad for numerous years before eventually phasing out the beef operation and gradually taking over the cropping operation. Craig married Henrietta Carritt in 1985 and raised two children, Jason and Mary-Lee. No one can underestimate the value or importance this solid farm base provided for numerous generations and numerous siblings. The farm was our roots and the framework for teaching us important lessons in life. Those valuable lessons were the basis for numerous successful endeavors and passed through the generations. We consider the 100 years as a tribute to our parents, our grandparents and our great grandparents. We are proud of their commitment to the farm and their community. The foundation they provided was the basis for the success of many that followed in their footsteps.

How can I pay my taxes? Tax payments are payable to Lacombe County and can be made using one of the following options: • In person at the County Office during regular office hours (8:30am to 4:30pm). At the County Office payments are accepted via cash, cheque or Interac debit card. • Deposited in the envelope mail box located at the road entrance to the County Office. • By bill payment through internet banking (available through most financial institutions. Contact our office at 403-782-6601 if yours is not currently available). • When choosing this option, each property you are paying taxes for must be paid separately and you must use the 10 Digit Tax Roll Number as the Account Number.

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By TIPP (Tax Installment Payment Plan). For TIPP forms please see the TIPP section under Assessment & Taxation on the website or contact the County office at 403-782-6601.

We are also set up to accept electronic payments for property tax. Payments can be made with the following financial institutions: ATB (Alberta Treasury Branch) BMO (Bank of Montreal) CIBC (Canadian Imperial Bank of Commerce) CREDIT UNION HSBC RBC (Royal Bank of Canada) SCOTIA BANK TD (Toronto Dominion) You can pay your bills through the teller service, bank machine, internet or telephone. Please Note: To ensure your payments are credited to your account, please remember to include the top “tearaway” portion of your assessment and tax notice, or provide your 10 Digit Tax Roll Number with your payment. If you are paying by cheque, please make it payable to Lacombe County.

Stay tuned next month for profiles of the Lacombe County Councillors and election coverage from the 2017 Municipal Election.

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SAFETY FIRST Fire Prevention Week Plan two ways out! In a fire, seconds count. Seconds can mean the difference between residents of our community escaping safely from a fire or having their lives end in tragedy. That’s why this year’s Fire Prevention Week theme: “Every Second Counts: Plan 2 Ways Out!” is so important. It reinforces why everyone needs to have an escape plan. Here’s this year’s key campaign messages: •

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Draw a map of your home by using a with all members of your household, marking two exits from each room and a path to the outside from each exit. Practice your home fire drill twice a year. Conduct one at night and one during the day with everyone in your home, and practice using different ways out. Teach children how to escape on their own in case you can’t help them. Make sure the number of your home is clearly marked and easy for the fire department to find. Close doors behind you as you leave – this may slow the spread of smoke, heat, and fire. Once you get outside, stay outside. Never go back inside a burning building.

About Fire Prevention Week

The Fire Service in North America has, since 1911, chosen to provide additional emphasis on fire safety, fire prevention and public education during the week in that contains October 9, which marks the anniversary of the “Great Chicago Fire” in 1871, which resulted in the deaths of over 300 people, destroyed much of the city, leaving 100,000 Chicago residents without a home. Our sincere hope is that this annual Fire Prevention Week campaign will not only encourage

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families to take the time to review their fire safety practises, test their smoke alarms and practise their fire escape plan at the time of the campaign, but that these messages will result in establishing more ingrained fire-safe behaviours and regular practises throughout the year. In 2017, we chose the Fire Prevention Week theme of “Every Second Counts. Plan Two Ways Out!” to reinforce that, when families react to a fire event based on plans and practise, they are more likely to get out of their home safely. Knowing what to do and where to go – especially when your primary escape route is blocked by fire, heat or smoke – can save lives and prevent serious injury. Real world experience, backed up by laboratory testing, has consistently confirmed that residents may have less than three minutes from the activation of their smoke alarm to exit a burning residence and emphasizes the benefits of having a secondary escape route planned. As such, the Government of Alberta has advocated the use of the Three Minute Drill for residents since 2007. I strongly encourage all Albertans, in conjunction with their partners, children, family members, tenants and neighbours, to ensure they have drafted, discussed and practised their fire escape plans. These plans need to be specific to your residence and take into account its type and location, as well as the usability of the identified escape routes. Your local fire department and the Office of the Fire Commissioner are always ready and willing to answer any fire safety questions and provide additional guidance upon request. Our goal is the same as yours: to ensure you are prepared in the event of a fire and to help everyone get out safely.


SAFETY FIRST / RURAL CRIME WATCH

Halloween Safety During the Halloween season it is important to keep your child's safety in mind when planning costumes, decorations, treats and activities. Make sure that Halloween is a safe and happy experience for the whole family by preparing ahead of time.

matches are all fire hazards. Place lighted candles and jack-o-lanterns away from curtains and other flammable objects, and do not leave them unattended. Instead of candles, consider using a small flashlight or battery candle to light your jack-o-lantern. • Keep candles, matches, lighters and other fire hazards in a place that children cannot Choose the right costume reach. Ensure that your children are dressed • Avoid using Halloween candles with multiple appropriately for Halloween. wicks. They can produce a large flame with • Look for costumes and accessories such intense heat that can ignite nearby materials as beards, wigs, wings and tails that are like curtains and window sills. labelled flame-resistant. Flowing skirts • Check indoor and outdoor decorative lights and capes, baggy sleeves and over-sized for broken or cracked sockets, frayed or costumes can all be hazards around bare wires or loose connections. Do not candles or flames. overload extension cords. • Nylon or heavyweight polyester costumes • Make sure the lights are certified by are best. Remember, flame-resistant does a recognized not mean fireorganization like the proof. Canadian Standards • Pick brightly DID YOU KNOW? Association (CSA) coloured costumes It is important to make your home safe or the Underwriters' that can be clearly Laboratory of Canada for little ghouls and goblins. Remove seen by motorists. Add reflective tape objects around the outside of your house (ULC). to the costume to that could cause children to trip or fall. increase visibility. Turn on your outdoor lights to increase Stay secure while • Use make-up trick or treating visibility and let trick-or-treaters know or face paint • Keep your they can visit. instead of masks children safe by - improperly teaching them to fitted masks can stay visible and to be interfere with your aware of their surroundings. child's vision or breathing. • Go trick or treating with your children each • Before using face paint or make-up, do a year until they are old enough to go with a patch test to see if your child is sensitive or friend. allergic to something in the cosmetic. Even • Give each child a flashlight to carry, to make products labelled as “hypoallergenic” can them more visible to motorists and others. still cause allergic reactions. • Tell your children to stay in well-lit areas • If you do choose a mask, make sure it fits and only visit homes that have their outside properly and allows them to see and breathe lights turned on. Make sure they know never easily. to go inside homes or cars. • Do not use contact lenses that change eye • Teach your children to be careful when colour or create special effects because they crossing the street. Make sure they look can cause injury to a child's eyes. both ways and only cross when no cars are • Avoid costumes that are too big or have long coming. Cross streets at the corner, and dangling pieces that children can trip over. never cross between parked cars. • Ensure that toy weapons and similar accessories are made of soft or flexible Be cautious with candy and toys material. Hard or rigid costume accessories • Always examine the treats and toys that are can cause accidents. brought home before giving them to your • Choose costumes that fit well and can be children. worn over warm clothing to protect your • Tell your children not to eat any treats until child against cold and wet weather. you have looked them over.

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Stay vigilant for fire hazards and prevent injuries while getting into the spirit of Halloween. • To avoid injuries, let children draw a face or design on the pumpkin and then have an adult carve it. • Candles, jack-o-lanterns, lighters and

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Be careful when giving children any treats that could be potential choking hazards such as chewy candies, peanuts and hard candies. Check toys or novelty items for small parts and do not let children under three years of age play with them.

Benalto & Area Rural Crime Watch Society AGM Date: Thursday, OCTOBER 26, 2017 @ 7 p.m. Location: Benalto Leisure Centre, Ag. Grounds Elections will be held for the Executive and Directors of the Society. BARCWS Partners in attendance: Sylvan Lake RCMP, Lacombe County Protective Services, and Red Deer County Protective Services. BARCWS Membership: $25 for 5 years and RCMP clearance. For more info, please call: Dave More @ 403-746-3429

Lacombe County requires fire permits from March 1 to October 31. Fire permits are required for all outdoor fires, excluding fires used for cooking or warming purposes and burning barrels. Get your permit! It's free and easy to obtain: myLacombeCounty app ~ www.lacombecounty.com ~ 403.782.8959

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MIRROR CORNER

Alix Avenue Of Heros 2017 Mirror Dog Tags A license is required for all dogs in Mirror as per the bylaw. As of February 1st, the cost is $30 for an altered dog, and $50 for an unaltered dog. For more information please call Caitlin (403) 782-6601 or visit www.lacombecounty.com (Hamlet of Mirror>Policies/Bylaws>Dog Control)

Friends of the Mirror Library Society:

The library is open Wednesdays 1pm - 7pm. If you are interested in the library, we invite you to join our Mirror Library Board. Your interest and input are welcomed!

Mirror Fire Department Interested in becoming a member of the Mirror Fire Department? For further information please contact Lacombe County @ 403-782-8959. Mirror Centennial Ball Caps still available

$20 each. Contact Fred, or any member of the Mirror Fire Dept.

Jolly Seniors

Pancake breakfast every second Sunday from 9am-1pm

Booking Mirror Community Hall

Call Lisa 403-788-3890 or cell 403-505-3894

Mirror Library

Join us Wednesdays from 1pm to 7pm Check out our new selection of books and movies, or access high-speed Wi-Fi Internet. Thanks to Lacombe County, you can now connect to the world at Mirror Public Library

Mirror Royal Canadian Legion Branch 189 - 5015 50th Avenue

Meat Draws Saturday at 4pm General meetings second Sunday at 1pm (unless otherwise posted).

Mirror Skate Park

Located across the street by community hall - Meetings occur the second Tuesday of month

Mirror and District Museum

Meetings are on the first Monday of the month at 7pm. Call 403-7883828 for more information

For Rent

Large room in Mirror Business Centre, for rent by month or day Contact Jim Sturgeon 403-788-2380 or Tasha Conway ATB 403-788-3001

CN Rail crossing delays

If you experience delays longer than 20 minutes at the Mirror rail yard crossing you may phone CN Rail at 1-800-465-9239. Follow the prompts and be ready to provide details shown on the crossing signal mast to CN personnel. Transport Canada may be reached at 1-888-463-0521.

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November is the month in which we remember those who have served and paid the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedom and way of life. The Alix Wagon Wheel Museum and Alix Public Library propose that the Village of Alix create a permanent recognition of all those who have served and those currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, law enforcement, fire and emergency services by designating HWY 12 between the western corporate limits of Alix and the eastern village limits as “Alix Avenue of Heroes” and that there be signs honouring all the men and women who have served and those currently serving in these areas placed at those points. Further, it is proposed that flags be flown from the FORTIS light standards along this stretch of highway. In order to reflect our rich history, the1868-1921 Red Ensign, Red Ensign and our current Canadian flag would be alternated to create a pattern of 16 flags reflecting the historic periods of the First World War, Second World War and current period of time. It is proposed that the signs and flags be installed the beginning of November and the signs be unveiled after the cenotaph services on November 11th If you would like to support this initiative, please make your donation at one of the following locations. Please complete the “Avenue of Heroes” donor sheet, if you wish an income tax receipt for your contribution. (Donor sheets at each donation site. Donations of $10 or more will receive a receipt) Thank you for your consideration and support. Donations may be made at: Service Credit Union Alix Public Library Alix Wagon Wheel Museum

Alix Avenue of Heroes In honour of the men and women who have served and those currently serving in the Canadian Armed Forces, law enforcement, ﬁre and emergency services.


Lacombe West Area development project moves forward At the Oct. 10, 2017, regular meeting, Lacombe City Council passed Bylaw 430, a borrowing bylaw to fund the construction of water, wastewater and intersection upgrades to lands in the West Area Structure Plan, after giving it second and third readings. “The bylaw proposes to borrow just over $6.6 million dollars with a repayment schedule of 30 years,” said Mayor Steve Christie. “Almost $4 million will be recovered from future offsite levy payments as the west area land, located on the City side, is developed. The City will be responsible for covering the borrowing costs until this development happens.” Funding for the extension of water and wastewater mains to the lands located within the West Area Structure Plan was included in the City’s 2017 Capital Budget. The City signed funding agreements with Lacombe County earlier this year to extend services

to County lands west of the Queen Elizabeth II (QEII) Highway. With these agreements in place, the City has been in discussions with the land developer of lands located within the city and adjacent to the QEII Highway. The developer has begun the process of moving forward with development of these lands as a result of the proposed extension of the water and wastewater mains. In order to facilitate the development, Council has agreed to move forward with intersection upgrades at Highway 12 and 76 Street. For its part, the developer has committed to pay offsite levies to help offset the construction costs associated with the water and wastewater mains, as well as the intersection improvements. “The total cost of the project is $15,175,600, with $5,834,400 coming from Lacombe County and

$2,202,000 coming in immediate offsite levies from the developer,” said Chief Administrative Officer Dion Pollard. “A further $520,000 will come from the City’s reserves.” The City is currently working to finalize the development agreement with the land developer for the West Area, which will cover such things as the payment of offsite levies. The borrowing in its current form will not go ahead until the agreement is concluded. The balance of the project cost – $6,619,000 – will come from long-term borrowing authorized by Bylaw 430. The City is contributing $2,631,000 to the upgrades at Highway 12 and 76 Street, to be funded by tax-supported debt payments. ~ City of Lacombe News Release

Reader looking for family history for early homesteaders of Chigwell, AB Written by Carol Winthrope (mother is Helen L Graham; Emma & Hannah were her great-great aunts). About Carol Winthrope I recently enjoyed a visit to Lacombe and the many helpful people piecing my family’s history together – some good, some sad and mostly forgotten until now. ************************ I found through the census and border crossing from the US to Canada that Emma and David Foren left Portland, Oregon, where they were married in 1892, and immigrated to Canada in 1893. Hannah and Daniel McDougall, married in 1887, had two children: Florence and Myrtle in Drayton, North Dakota, and Leonard born in Washington. The McDougalls immigrated in 1893/94 from Drayton, North Dakota to Canada. Both families found homesteads next door to each other near Lacombe, Alberta, in Chigwell, about 14 km from Lacombe. David and Emma settled one mile north and a half mile west of Chigwell. “Daniel McDougall homesteaded the Elmer Lesher place. This was later bought by Fred Campbell, then bought by John Lockerby and sold to Ace Grimes. It is now owned by Cecil A. Law. George Echard came as an immigrant from Switzerland and worked and made his home with the Foren’s”. Three ‘Law’ sons still live on or around the original homesteads.

children: Ivy Alice in 1895, Elsie Emma in 1897 (only lived for 6 days), and David Alexander McDougall born July 10,1899. Unfortunately, Hannah died in childbirth leaving this young family grieving for a wife and mother. Hannah and Elsie’s headstone is in Sec ‘A’ of the Fairview Cemetery. Daniel needed help with this newborn and four remaining children, so they moved back to Drayton, North Dakota. A sister-in-law of Hannah’s, Sarah Graham (nee Armstrong) was nursing her baby that was born in December of 1898. Perhaps Sarah helped and life instantly got a little better, although how could Daniel work with no one to look after his children full time. I think that Harriet A.M. Graham, a cousin to

Hannah, was visiting at the time or was called upon to look after the children (as she was never married).

Bannerman). David never married and died in Seattle, Washington in 1973. He was 73 years old.

In 1900, Harriet and Daniel were married in Drayton, North Dakota They moved to Ontario where Harriet’s family lived, but soon left for Vancouver, B.C. to look for work. Harriet was 40 years old when she married Daniel and never had children of her own. She was married for only 10 years before Daniel died January 22, 1911 at the age of 51. Harriet returned to her parents in Ontario and David Alexander McDougall was then raised by Emma and David Foren in Chigwell until he turned 18. He then moved to Seattle, Washington, USA to live with a sister, Ivy McDougall (married to Alexander

David and Emma Foren remained farming on the homestead at Chigwell, Alberta. David became a Councilman in local government. David passed away in 1939 at 80 years old. Emma sold the farm and moved to a bungalow in Lacombe. She died at 76 years old. Both are buried in the Fairview Cemetery in Lacombe. They would be very pleased to see their homestead now as it has improved immensely over time and is now a successful farm that incorporates the Foren and McDougall properties. The picture (right) shows Emma and David Foren on the top right. Emma was a Scottish lass – not English. Her father immigrated to Canada in 1833 from Paisley, Scotland, then later immigrated to Drayton, North Dakota in 1879/80. I think that George Echard may be the fellow on the top left. I do not know the rest of the people in the picture. I would appreciate an answer to that if anyone out there might know. If you have any information for Carol regarding these families, please contact Nicole Plewis, Lacombe County Communications Coordinator: 403-782-6601 or email [email protected].

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TAX SALE November 24, 2017

Notice is hereby given that, under the provisions of the Municipal Government Act, Lacombe County will offer for sale, by public auction, in the County Office at 40403 Range Road 274 Lacombe County, Alberta, on Friday, November 24, 2017, at 2:00 p.m., the following land:

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COT 082502028

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7159AI

COT 052526624

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7159AI

COT 19N276

Each parcel will be offered for sale, subject to a reserve bid and to the reservations and conditions contained in the existing certificate of title. The lands being offered for sale are on an “as is, where is” basis and Lacombe County makes no representation and gives no warranty whatsoever as to the adequacy of services, soil conditions, land use districting, building and development conditions, absence or presence of environmental contaminations, or the developability of the subject land for any intended use by the purchaser. No bid will be accepted where the bidder attempts to attach conditions precedent to the sale of any parcel. No terms and conditions of sale will be considered other than those specified by Lacombe County.

LACOMBE REGIONAL SOLID WASTE AUTHORITY There are five transfer stations in Lacombe County, operated through the Lacombe Regional Solid Waste Authority. All sites are closed Sundays and Statutory Holidays. This included the Prentiss Road Site, which was previously open on Sunday (prior to 2017). The Lacombe Regional Waste Services Commission is responsible for the management of solid waste within the boundaries of Lacombe County.

The Commission consists of the following member municipalities: • Lacombe County • Alix • Lacombe • Eckville • Clive • Bentley • Mirror For more information on hours of operation, locations, and types of waste collected, visit the Lacombe Regional Waste Services Commission website at www.lrwsc.ca or www.lacombecounty.com.

The lands may be occupied and are offered for sale subject to the existing tenancy. Terms: Cash or Certified Cheque Lacombe County may, after the public auction, become the owner of any parcel of land that is not sold at the public auction. Redemption may be effected by payment of all arrears of taxes and costs at any time prior to the sale.

Dated at Lacombe, Alberta, September 14, 2017. Terry Hager, County Commissioner, Lacombe County

Pursuant to Municipal Government Act M-26.1 534(1) Lacombe County hereby provides notice to any person having an interest in land that is adjacent to lands which Lacombe County has constructed a public road. Persons entitled to compensation from the municipality for loss of or the permanent lessening of use of that person’s land caused by the public work are advised to make a claim within 60 days after this notice is published. The following roads have been completed as of October 10, 2017: Project Number C0201

Description West of 6, 7, 19 & SW 19-40-1 W5 Rge Rd 2-0 (from Twp Rd 41-0; 2 ½ miles north to North boundary of SW 19-41-1 W5)

Public Notice

Assessment Inspection Notice For assessment purposes, all properties within Lacombe County are reviewed on a five-year cycle to ensure that assessment information remains current. An inspection ensures that all characteristics affecting the property are considered in its valuation. This may include both an interior and exterior inspection of the property. Typically, the assessor will be measuring all houses and any outbuildings that do not qualify as farm buildings. The assessor will also take pictures of the buildings at this time. This fall, assessors will be inspecting all properties where a development permit was issued by the County in 2017 as well as any uncompleted developments from the previous year. The assessors will have photo ID identifying them as Lacombe County employees. Larry Riep, A.M.A.A. Chief Assessor Lacombe County

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For more information, please contact: Bill Cade Public Works Supervisor (403) 782-3567


ENVIRONMENT

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Sections 24(6) and (7) of the Agricultural Operation Practices Act (AOPA) Standards and Administration Regulation state that owners and operators of confined feeding operations (CFOs) or manure storage facilities with at least nine months of manure storage must not apply manure on frozen or snow covered land, unless prior written permission is received from the NRCB, or the NRCB issues a notice allowing application due to weather conditions.

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The NRCB recognizes that in exceptional circumstances (for example, imminent overflow from an earthen manure storage), operators may need to apply liquid manure on frozen or snow covered land. In these circumstances the operator must contact their local NRCB office to request permission to apply the manure An NRCB inspector will meet with the operator to review the request and inspect the land that is being considered for the manure application. Topography, slope, and distance to water bodies will be considered to assess the risks from potential surface water runoff. If permission is granted, the inspector will require the operator to comply with the following conditions: • Setbacks must be double those specified in section 24(10) of the Standards and Administration Regulation for common bodies of water. Similar setbacks are required for drainage courses that lead off the property (including roadside ditches). • Spreading must not be closer than 150 m to any residence. • The proposed spreading fields must not have received manure or fertilizer within the previous seven months. • The operator must keep a record of spreading activities and soil test results. The operator of the CFO and the owner of the land to which manure is applied are responsible for ensuring that manure-contaminated runoff from the field does not create a risk to the environment. CFOs constructed before January 1, 2002 that do not have nine months of liquid manure storage are exempt from the requirement to obtain permission. However, owners and operators of these CFOs are encouraged to notify the NRCB so that inspectors can respond appropriately to any complaints. In addition, the • spreading must comply with AOPA’s nutrient management requirements, and must not create a risk to the environment. • NRCB recommends doubling the setbacks required under section 24(10) for common bodies of water, and applying similar setbacks from drainage courses that run off the property (including roadside ditches).

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In the case of exceptional weather events that prevent the normal land application of manure, the NRCB may permit CFOs in a defined geographical area to apply manure on frozen or snow covered land. Conditions related to this permission would be included in a public notice.

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Owners and operators of CFOs with solid manure systems have the option of stockpiling their manure. The NRCB encourages using either long term or short term manure storage. Permission to spread on frozen or snow covered land may be granted on a case-by-case basis under exceptional circumstances. Before granting permission to apply solid manure on frozen or snow covered land, inspectors will conduct a site inspection of the land that is being considered for the manure application. The inspector will consider a variety of factors (e.g., topography, slope, distance to water bodies) to assess the risks associated with potential surface water runoff. If permission is granted to spread solid manure on frozen or snow covered land, the inspector will require the operator to comply with the following conditions: • Setbacks must be double those specified in section 24(10) of the Standards and Administration Regulation for common bodies of water. Similar setbacks must be required for drainage courses that lead off the property (including roadside ditches). • Spreading must not be closer than 150 m to

any residence. The proposed spreading fields must not have received manure or fertilizer within the previous seven months. • The operator must keep a record of spreading activities and soil test results. In emergency situations such as significant snow storms, the NRCB normally allows snow that contains minimal amounts of solid manure to be removed from pens and spread on frozen or snow covered land. •

Non-compliance, including failure to obtain permission to apply on frozen or snow covered land, may result in enforcement action being taken by the NRCB.

• Technical Guideline Agdex 096-70: Definitions for Frozen and Snow-covered Land provides guidance on how to determine if the land is considered to be frozen or snow covered. The guideline is available on the NRCB website at www.nrcb.ca and on the Agriculture and Forestry website at www1.agric.gov.ab.ca (go to AOPA Legislation).

Further information •

• For more information about manure application on frozen or snow covered land, or if you have any other questions relating to AOPA requirements, please contact: NRCB field offices: Fairview 780-835-7111 Morinville 780-939-1212 Red Deer 403-340-5241 Lethbridge 403-381-5166

Dial 310-0000 to be connected toll free Fact sheets and other NRCB publications are available at www.nrcb.ca.

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AGRICULTURE How would you like your steak, chicken, pork . . . ?

Traceability in Alberta Traceability is a crucial component of an animal health and food safety system that enables precise and rapid emergency response to protect livestock, producers and consumers. For more information on Traceability in Alberta agriculture.alberta.ca/traceability

© Lee Gunderson

Contact the Ag-Info Centre toll free at 310-FARM (3276)

Addressing low protein concerns in grains Canadian hard red and durum wheats have long been recognized as premium quality grains throughout the world by the milling and pasta industries. This quality is due primarily to the protein component of the grain. Producers can get better returns for their product as premiums are paid on 0.1 percent increments for higher protein on these classes of wheat. If you have a concern of low protein levels in wheat crops there is something that you can do. The first step to understanding Erica Van Stryland why protein levels are low is understanding what protein actually is. In simplest forms, a protein is constructed of amino acids. There are only 20 common amino acids put together in many configurations that are used as building blocks for proteins. These thousands of amino acids arrangements are in perfect order and in perfect 3D formation to become a protein, which then serves a function in the cell to aid in plant growth and development. The next step in understanding protein is knowing what amino acids are? Amino acids are building blocks composed of nitrogen, along with carbon, oxygen, and hydrogen. However, a few select amino acids also contain sulfur.

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Nitrogen is a huge part of the protein, and sulfur is essential too (especially in Methionine and Cysteine - two critical amino acids). Proteins are more abundant if there is adequate nitrogen and sulphur available to the plant. What does this mean for the farmer? Based on just the components of protein, we know that we need both nitrogen and sulphur. If either nitrogen or sulphur is lacking or missing altogether, then you are missing a critical building component in these complex proteins made up of thousands of amino acids. Plant growth and development will not excel if there are missing parts when building this huge complex. There are several major factors that influence the protein content of wheat. Genetic factors as well as environmental factors. The genetic factors show up in the different varieties of seed that are offered. The environmental factors include growing season precipitation (amount and timing), temperature and heat (degree days) during the growing season, available soil reserve levels and applied fertilizers. The only environmental factor that we can control somewhat is the nitrogen and sulphur levels from applying fertilizer to the land. The application of these two elements can be spread as a pre-plant, seeding or incrop product. Taking a soil sample will provide results as to what the soil holds at that time and what would be required. Understanding what comprises a protein is a starting point in raising your protein levels. If you would like to discuss the possibility of increasing the protein levels in your wheat crop thus increasing your bottom line, we at Central Alberta Co-op would be happy to discuss some options with you. Submitted by Erica Van Stryland, CCA 01 – Central Alberta Co-op formerly Parkland Fertilizers Lacombe

We live in a constantly changing world driven by technology, innovation and changing expectations. Nowhere is that more evident than in the business of food. Today, people have a greater expectation of how they expect their food to be grown or raised as well as processed. This plays an important role in keeping current customers and securing new markets for a growing agriculture sector. To stay competitive and agile in the marketplace producers and processors are looking at new ways to meet the needs and expectations of consumers. A common expectation globally is a traceability system, because traceability systems allow quick response to disease containment in an outbreak -- an assurance of food safety to consumers. Alberta is leading the way in adopting the national traceability system to ensure our livestock industry continues to grow and thrive in a global marketplace. Consumer expectations can cover a range of attributes in the marketplace, such as hormone free, pesticide-free or locally grown. There are different degrees to which markets want these attributes, but we all want quality, safe and nutritious food for our family. With potential for diseases such as BSE and contamination like ecoli in food and food products consumers want to be reassured that the food they buy is rigorously monitored to ensure it is safe and that there are mechanisms to quickly address and remove any potential problem quickly. Traceability, in addition to food inspection, is an important part of building consumer confidence. Traceability has three important elements: 1. Premises Identification 2. Animal Identification 3. Movement tracking By completing a PID application, obtaining Premises number(s) and keeping your information up-to-date, you are taking an important step in protecting your animals and those of other Alberta and Canadian producers. For more information on getting your premises registered call the Alberta Agriculture Call Center 310 –FARM (3276)—they can help you or get you in touch with someone in your area to give you a hand. You can also visit the Alberta Agriculture website www.agric. gov.ab.ca to register your premises online and find out more about traceability.

FIRE PERMITS Lacombe County requires fire permits from March 1 to October 31. Fire permits are required for all outdoor fires, excluding fires used for cooking or warming purposes and burning barrels. Get your permit! It's free and easy to obtain: myLacombeCounty app ~ www.lacombecounty.com ~ 403.782.8959


AGRICULTURE Weekend course educates on riparian management How can you improve your riparian IQ? The Agroforestry & Woodlot Extension Society (AWES), Cows and Fish - Alberta Riparian Habitat Management Society, and Lacombe County held a workshop over the Oct. 14-15 weekend to help a group of local landowners increase their knowledge of riparian management and how to care for those delicate ecosystems on their properties.

The hands-on portion allowed participants to plant tree cuttings, assess soil texture, and taught participants how to: • Conduct a riparian health assessment • Manage grazing and other activities in riparian areas • Identify management options and create a management plan for their own riparian areas

Held near Alix, the Riparian Management Workshop combined classroom work with a site visit and highlighted real life solutions to protect riverbanks, water systems and wetlands. The informative talks helped attendees learn the importance of riparian areas and the services they give us.

If you are interested in attending more of these workshops, or in learning about / participating in the ALUS program, please contact Jalene Makus at 403782-8959 or email [email protected].

Backyard Bird Feeding Workshop

USE RESPECT – ASK FIRST SIGNS Use Respect – Ask First These signs are available free for landowners across Alberta. The signs include a space for landowner’s contact information and/ or conditions of the land.

Join Ellis Bird Farm Biologist, Myrna Pearman, for a workshop about backyard birds and backyard bird feeding. The workshop, based on Myrna’s best-selling book (Backyard Bird Feeding: An Alberta Guide), will cover everything you need to know about how to attract, identify and enjoy backyard birds throughout the year.

December 9, 2017 1:00pm – 4:00pm Lacombe County Office Cost: $20 (includes a copy of Backyard Bird Feeding and lunch)

These Signs are available at the Lacombe County office free of charge. For more information on the Use Respect – Ask First program please contact: Dion Burlock Agricultural Fieldman [email protected] 403.782.8959

Ken Kranrod Alberta Conservation Association [email protected] 877.969.9091

To RSVP, please contact: Jalene or Krista 403-782-8959 [email protected]

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In September, Lacombe County Council adopted the Development Incentive Grant (DIG) Policy for implementation as a pilot-program in the Hamlet of Mirror. As one of the two identified growth hamlets in the County’s Municipal Development Plan (MDP), Mirror will help test the program as a three-year pilot to gauge effectiveness and potential for the DIG to be expanded in the future. Starting in 2018, the DIG will be aimed at attracting and encouraging economic development within Mirror by offering two different types of municipal tax rebates for eligible commercial and industrial developments. (Please see Figure 1 below for a brief overview of the DIG process).

How it works?

Once a development permit is obtained from the County, an applicant may schedule a meeting with County staff to determine the eligibility of their development for the grant and to decide if it would Figure 1 - Overview of the Development Incentive Grant Process qualify for a new build or an expansion/addition. If the development is eligible, the County issue a written decision on eligibility and the applicant would be required to enter into an incentive agreement respecting the terms and conditions of the program. Once development completion has been confirmed by County staff, the DIG would begin the following tax season.

Why was the DIG created?

In the new 2017 Lacombe County Municipal Development Plan (MDP), Lacombe County introduced a housing strategy that guides future growth in identified priority areas. The strategy organizes these priority areas into a hierarchy: First, focusing first on directing development to growth hamlets; Second, to areas near existing multi-lot developments and urban fringes; and, Lastly, to areas pre-determined by the County as being suitable for multi-lot development (see Figure 2). The ultimate goal of the housing strategy is to protect the County’s agricultural areas and natural capital from premature subdivision and development, while promoting growth in areas which have existing services, infrastructure and land readily available to accommodate it. Both the Hamlet of Mirror and Morningside were identified as “Growth Hamlets” in the MDP. From there, County staff explored ways in which policies and programming could be developed to strengthen the housing strategy and encourage development in these priority areas. A main alternative explored was the concept of a development incentive program. In short, this type of program would reward developers and landowners with financial incentives to development in accordance with the 2017 MDP strategy. For more information on the Development Incentive Grant program, please contact the Planning and Development Department at 403-782-8389.

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Figure 2 - Housing Strategy Hierarchy, 2017 Lacombe County Municipal Development Plan


Operating a Business in the Agricultural District What type of business requires a development permit?

Agricultural operations do not require a development permit from Lacombe County, however, all other types of businesses do require a development permit such as a trucking business or storage business. An agricultural operation is defined in the County’s Land Use Bylaw as an agricultural activity (other than a confined feeding operation) conducted on agricultural land for the gain or reward or in the hope of gain or reward such as a the production of fruit, honey and vegetables or the raising of livestock. For a better understanding of what is considered to be an agricultural operation a list is provided under the Definitions section of the County’s Land Use Bylaw.

Are all businesses allowed in the agricultural area?

No, not all businesses are allowed in the agricultural area: there are limitations. A business will not be allowed if it is of a type that would cause nuisance to the surrounding residents. Additionally, the scale and size of the business has to be appropriate for the surrounding area and is limited by the regulations in the Land Use Bylaw. The County has three categories under which a business may fall under the agricultural district. These include a minor home based business; a major home based business; and a minor business or trade. The type of business that is being run will depend on certain criteria, for example how many employees there are, if there is outside storage, amount of traffic to the site etc. A minor home-based business does not need development permit to operate but the County encourages you to still submit information about your operation. Furthermore, the County’s Municipal Development Plan specifically outlines that there has to be an existing habitable residence on the same property as the business site or located adjacent to the proposed business site. This residence also has to be maintained for as long as the business operates from that location.

What can I expect when making my development application?

When applying to run a business, in addition to the standard Development Permit Application Form and a Supplementary Business Form will also need to be completed. This form requires information explaining, for example, the nature of the business, how many employees will be working, the proposed traffic volume generated, and any comments from surrounding landowners. It is important that as much information is provided as possible as this enables the County to process your application as expeditiously as possible. If your business is classified as a minor business or trade and is located near a County Main Road or Highway then you will also be requested to provide a landscaping plan and enter into a landscaping agreement.

For more information...

If you require more information please contact the Planning & Development Department staff who will be happy to meet to discuss the process and the type of information that would be required for your specific situation. For more information or to set up a meeting with Department staff please contact the Planning and Development Department at 403-782-8389.

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Planning & Development SUBDIVISION & DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY September 1, 2017 to September 30, 2017 Development Applications Received No.

File No.

Applicant (Landowner)

Legal Description

Proposed Development

Decision (otherwise pending)

1

131/17

Graham & Chantal Loubert

Lot 21 Block 3 Plan 856MC (Birch Bay, Gull Lake)

Accessory Building

Approved

2

132/17

Shane & Lora Nash

Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 162 0579 (Pt. SW 06-41-3-W5M)

Single Family Residence

Approved

3

133/17

Curt & David Dyer

Unit 99 Condo Plan 102 2165 (Degraff's RV Resort)

Covered Deck

Approved

4

134/17

Sheldon & Jodie Filewych

Lot 12 Block 6 Plan 856MC (Birch Bay, Gull lake)

Setback Relaxation

Approved

5

135/17

Foxwood Homes Ltd. (Bruce & Janis Morrison)

Lot 2 Block 1 Plan 914MC (Palm Bay, Sylvan Lake)

Addition to Residence

Approved

6

136/17

Logan & Kelly Lawton (James & Logan Lawton)

NW 26-40-4-W5M


Approved

7

137/17

Matthew Saari

NE 13-39-4-W5M


Approved

8

138/17

Julie Hemmingson

Lot 9 Plan 762 1861 (Pt. SE 15-41-26-W4M)

Accessory Building

Land Solutions LP (Hutterian Brethren of Applicant Pleasant Valley) (Landowner)

MET TowerDevelopment Proposed

Dale Freitag

Manager of Planning Services

Anita O'Driscoll ApprovedDecision

Senior Planner

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139/17 File No.

10

140/17

Fred Belt (1144756 Alberta Ltd.)

Pt. NE 15-40-27-W4M

Outdoor Storage

11

141/17

Greg Stavropoulos (1613421 Alberta Ltd.)

Pt. SE 21-39-28-W4M

Minor Business (S&S Directional Drilling)

Approved

12

142/17

Kevin Kallis

Pt. SE 23-39-1-W5M

Campground, Intermediate RV Storage Business

Approved

13

143/17

Camdon Construction Ltd (Quinn Holdings Ltd.)

Lot 8 Block 2 Plan 162 2065 (Aspelund Industrial Park)

Accessory Building

Approved

14

144/17

Hutterian Brethren Church of Leedale

NE 08-41-3-W5M


Approved

Planning Receptionist

15

145/17

Dan & Debbie Ramage

Lot 56 Block 5 Plan 992 5638 (New Saratoga, Gull Lake)

Coverage Variance

Approved

Allison Noonan

16

146/17

Cody Rowley

Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 112 1762 (Pt. NE 04-40-24-W4M)

Setback Relaxation

Approved

17

147/17

Thomas Clark

Lot A Plan 5864 KS (Blackstone Estates)

Home Based Business, Minor (Central Alberta Tree Topping)

Approved

18

148/17

Paul Landry

Lot 1 Plan 782 1519 (Blackstone Estates)

Additional Animals

Approved

19

149/17

Carl & Betty Tully

Lots 21/22 Block 44 Plan 7159AI (Hamlet of Mirror)


Approved

20

150/17

Randy Safronovich

SE 16-39-1-W5M

Covered Deck

Approved

21

151/17

Randy Safronovich

SE 16-39-1-W5M

Outdoor Storage Business (Renewal)

22

152/17

Casey & Kristina Street

SW 23-40-4-W5M


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SW 16-39-24-W4M Legal Description

For more information, contact the County's Planning & Development Department at 403-782-8389.

(otherwise pending)

Cajun Paradis

Planner / Development Officer

Approved

Peter Duke


Jesse McPhail


Charmaine Tootell

Planning / Development Secretary


Map of County Development Activity

Township Roads

39-0

ECKVILLE

CLIVE

ó ô

TEES

12

24

31

50 ó ô

16

597 ú ù

17, 18

MIRROR

19

ALIX

Buffalo Lake 601 ú ù

12 ó ô

13

Blindman River

11 ó ô 766 ú 27 ù

38-4

21 ó ô

BLACKFALDS

12 11

21-3 21-4 21-5

7

39-2

Sylvan 5 Lake

22-0

39-4

22-1 22-2 22-3 22-4 22-5

40-0

ó ô2

23-0

20 ó ô 30

Medicine River

821 ú ù 815 ú ù

LACOMBE

10

23-1 23-2 23-3 23-4 23-5

40-2

BENTLEY 28GULL LAKE

12 ó ô

24-0

6 Gabriel 23 22 Lake

40-4

2A 32 ó ô

ó ô28

15

26

24-1 24-2 24-3 24-4 24-5

2, 29

3ù 792 ú

Gull Lake

25-0

766 ú ù

41-0

771 ú ó ô ù

20

25-1 25-2 25-3 25-4 25-5

14

MORNINGSIDE

ú ù

41-4

41-2

26-1 26-2 26-3 26-4 26-5

1, 4

42-0

26-0

27-0

27-1 27-2 27-3 27-4 27-5

28-1 28-2 28-3 28-4

1-1 1-2 1-3 1-4 1-5

1-0

2-0

2-1 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-5

3-1 3-2 3-3 3-4 3-5

3-0

4-0

4-1 4-2 4-3 4-4

28-0

Range Roads

JOFFRE

25

9 HAYNES

815 ú ù

11 ó ô

11 ó ô

20, 21

Red Deer River

No.

File No.


Legal Description

Proposed Development

Decision (otherwise pending)

23

153/17

Shane & Kelly Pollitt

SE 21-40-4-W5M


Approved

24

154/17

David & Marilyn Anderson

Pt. SE 11-40-27-W4M

Home Based Business, Major (Renewal)

25

155/17

Procor Limited

Lot 2 Block 1 Plan 992 4793 (Pt. SW 9-39-25-W4M)

Rail Expansion

26

156/17

Ron & Fay Black (Delta Land Co. Inc.)

Unit 128 Plan 142 2139 (Sandy Point RV Resort)

Park Model w/covered deck and shed

Approved

27

157/17

Calidad Developments (Terry & Laureen Safron)

Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 162 3737 (Pt. NE 25-38-4-W5M)


Approved

28

158/17

Gordon Layton

Pt. NE 25-40-1-W5M

Setback Relaxation

Approved

Subdivision Applications Received

The Alberta Energy Regulator is meeting with Albertans and indigenous communities across the province to understand

File No.


Legal Description

29

S-032-17

Shane & Lora Nash

Pt. SW 06-41-03-W5M

1st Parcel Out

30

S-033-17

Oran Cabelka

SE & SW 17-40-28-W4M

Fragment and Consolidation

No.

Shaping Future Conversations

Proposed Subdivision

Decision (otherwise pending) Staff Approved

how you want operators to engage with you about energy development over a project life cycle. Your feedback will help shape conversations that operators, stakeholders, and indigenous communities have about energy development. Please join us as we discuss how to enhance engagement requirements for energy development. We look forward to receiving your input and recommendations.

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S-034-17 S-035-17

Arthur & Pamela Randall John & Myrna Jones

NW 09-40-25-W4M NW 36-41-26-W4M

1st Parcel Out 1st Parcel Out

All sessions are from 9AM – 3PM, with lunch provided. For more information, a list of sessions, and to register, go to talk.aer.ca

1-855-297-8311 24-hour emergency 1-800-222-6514 [email protected] www.aer.ca

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Ellis Bird Farm: Summer Summary With the sunny and warm weather the summer of 2017 gave us, we had another record-breaking year of visitors on site. Ellis Bird Farm continues to be a big attraction in Central Alberta, bringing in visitors from across Alberta, as well as many from further afield. We opened up registration for our springtime school programs in early January and the available spots filled up within weeks. We saw approximately 1300 students through our gates this spring, participating in a range of activities that taught them about parkland wildlife and landscape. The 2017 season saw the celebration of our 35th anniversary as well as an ongoing acknowledgement of Canada's 150th birthday. With the fantastic weather we had this summer, all of our events were very well-attended, including our Bioblitz, our Bluebird Festival and our Bug Jamboree. In particular, our Bug Jamboree included

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the attendance of exceptionally many entomologists, who engaged and enlightened us all about the bugs around us. Our summertime children's programming, the Knee High Naturalist events, sold out early in the summer and ran weekly throughout July and August. Our 2017 adults programs included two Pollinator Workshops, a Writers' Retreat and a Photography Workshop. This summer, Ellis Bird Farm received a generous grant from the TD Friends of the Environment. With this funding, we were able to put money towards many different projects on site. These included enhanced programming during our annual Bioblitz and Bug Jamboree, as well as during our 35th Anniversary event. The TD Friends of the Environment funding also allowed us to design and create a new demonstration pollinator garden near the entrance to the Visitor Centre. Finally, we were able to put together information packets on pollinators in Alberta and provide seed packets of plants that would encourage pollinators

to visit gardens. These information and seed packets were distributed for free over the course of the summer at all our events and hopefully will encourage gardeners across the province to intentionally encourage pollinators to visit their yards. Our industrial partner, MEGlobal Canada, is our primary funder and we are very grateful for their ongoing corporate support. Each year, Dow Canada also provides funding support. This year, they provided a major grant so we can collect oral video history of both the Prentiss site and EBF, and can create some video productions that we can share with online and onsite visitors. We also received significant funding from the Twilight Homes Foundation and the Red Deer Kiwanis Club, support which enabled us to build a new paved path linking the Visitor Centre to the Cafe and to build a new circle deck to honour Indigenous history. Thanks to a grant from Lacombe County, we were able to upgrade our Purple Martin houses and gourds, and thanks to Canada

Summer Jobs support, we were able to hire four very talented and hard-working students. We also received several private donations, for which we are very grateful. Mountain Bluebirds: this summer saw a continuation of the slow and steady return of the Mountain Bluebirds to Central Alberta following the spring snowstorm decimation of 2008. We had approximately 50 mating pairs along our bluebird trail this year. Purple Martins: we had over 100 mating pairs of Purple Martins on site this year. Our birds had all left for their migration south by August 19th, leaving EBF eerily quiet once again. A big thanks to our volunteer board of directors, who give of their time and talents to oversee the EBF operations. We are already planning additional projects for next year - stay tuned!


Member Profile

This Month’s BLOG

Having extra guests this year for the holidays or helping to plan your children’s sports teams tournaments. Look no further than Lacombe Tourism members: The Greenway Motor Inn or the Best Western Inn & Suites for all your accommodation needs! For more information go to www.lacombetourism.com

Upcoming Events & Festivals

Submit your own events to the community event calendar at lacombetourism.com Looking for tourism maps, information and things to do in the region? Visit lacombetourism.com and follow Lacombe Regional Tourism on Facebook and Twitter!

UPCOMING ACTIVITES & EVENTS October 10

October 20

October 29

November 22—26

3pm-7:30pm Fallen Leaves Market

7pm-10pm Sip N’ Savour

5pm-7pm St. Stephen’s Turkey Supper

Light Up the Night

Blackfalds Community Centre

Lacombe Memorial Centre


City of Lacombe

October 11 –15

October 21

November 4—5

9am-5pm Rocktober Gem & Mineral Show 4pm-9pm Annual Halloween Bash Westerner Park Parkland Pavilion

Kinsmen Aquatic Centre

October 11

October 21

5pm-9pm Stephen Hardy Palmer

5pm-8pm Alix Oktober Fest

Sunnybrook United Church

Alix Community Hall

October 14

October 27

5:30pm-11pm Oktober Fest

8pm-10pm Tee’s Halloween Dance


Tees Hall

October 19

October 28

7pm-8pm Local History Reading

2pm-4pm Monster Bash



Canadian Heritage Breeds Fall Poultry & Pigeon Show Sales Pavilion November 10 6:30pm-8pm Adrian Nation St. Andrew’s United Church November 14 3pm-7:30pm Snowflake Season Market Blackfalds Community Centre November 18—19 Blackfalds Merry Market Abbey Centre

Share with us pictures and stories of your Canada 150 Celebrations and other special events, as part of the Community Memory Project and Lacombe 2017 Story Map. Go to www.lacombetourism.com and follow the links! Create the memories for future generations to reflect back on!

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PUBLIC NOTICE: Red Deer River Hazard Study

Lacombe County is holding a PUBLIC HEARING

As part of the Flood Hazard Identification Program, Alberta Environment and Parks have hired Golder Associates (Golder) to undertake the Red Deer River Hazard Study. The goal of the Red Deer River Hazard Study, and the Flood Hazard Identification Program, is to help reduce future flood damages and increase public safety for all Albertans.

(and you’re invited) Wednesday, November 8th at 9.15 AM Lacombe County Office (Council Chambers) (located 2½ miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12)

BYLAW 1255/17 PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE QE II North of Lacombe Area Structure Plan (ASP)

To gather information for the Red Deer River Hazard Study, Golder survey crews will be working along 51 km of the Red Deer River, 33 km of Waskasoo Creek, and 18 km of Piper Creek through Red Deer, Lacombe County, and Red Deer County, including Penhold. Survey crews will be collecting river channel and ground elevation data to support the creation of a new river hydraulic model, flood inundation mapping, and flood hazard mapping. The survey is expected to begin August 2017, and carry on through to the end of November 2017.

The County adopted a new Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB) in July of this year and as a result all the plans and guidelines in the County have to be reviewed to ensure that they are consistent with the new MDP and LUB. The QE II North of Lacombe ASP has a number of references and quotes from the previous MDP which are being updated under the proposed amendments. There were also other references to projects that have been completed by the County since the adoption of the ASP. These references have also been updated under the proposed amendments.

How do I comment?

Location map Dale Freitag, RPP, MCIP Manager of Planning Services Lacombe County, RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3 Phone: 403-782-8389; Fax: 403-782-3820

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing. If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to [email protected], by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information.

More information about the Alberta Flood Hazard Identification Program can be found at www. floodhazard.alberta.ca or on the Lacombe County website (www.lacombecounty.com). If you have any questions regarding the work, please contact Ruth DeSantis by email at [email protected], or by phone at (403) 355-2493.

For more information, please contact the County’s Planning and Development Department at 403-782-8389 or visit the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com

Lacombe County is holding a PUBLIC HEARING (and you’re invited) Wednesday, November 8th at 9.00 AM Lacombe County Office (Council Chambers) (located 2½ miles west of Highway 2 at the intersection of Spruceville Road and Highway 12)

BYLAW 1254/17 PROPOSED AMENDMENTS TO THE Highway 2 West Area Structure Plan (ASP) The County adopted a new Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB) in July of this year and as a result all the plans and guidelines in the County have to be reviewed to ensure that they are consistent with the new MDP and LUB. The Highway 2 West ASP has a number of references and quotes from the previous MDP which are being updated under the proposed amendments. There were also other references to projects that have been completed by the County since the adoption of the ASP. These references have also been updated under the proposed amendments.

How do I comment?

Location map Dale Freitag, RPP, MCIP Manager of Planning Services Lacombe County, RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3 Phone: 403-782-8389; Fax: 403-782-3820

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Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed amendments will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing. If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing. Your comments can be sent by email to [email protected], by fax to 403-782-3820 or by mail to RR 3, Lacombe AB T4L 2N3. All submissions will be public information. For more information, please contact the County’s Planning and Development Department at 403-782-8389 or visit the County’s website at www.lacombecounty.com


More instant savings for energy-efficiency products Albertans bracing for colder months will have more help lowering their utility bills, thanks to another round of instant savings on energy-efficient products. At the end of September, Energy Efficiency Alberta began offering in-store savings on outdoor timers for block heaters and holiday lights and programmable thermostats, as well as many other energy-efficient products. “Fall and winter are the most energy-intensive seasons of the year. We’re making life more affordable for Albertans by offering more opportunities to lower utility bills with a few simple changes around the home,” said Shannon Phillips, Minister of Environment and Parks and Minister Responsible for the Climate Change Office. The fall campaign runs for four weeks until Oct. 29 at over 600 participating retailers. More than 80 additional stores are participating in this campaign, giving Albertans dozens of new places to find energyefficient products. The spring campaign led to major increases in sales

of energy-efficient items. Low-flow showerhead sales spiked 40,000 per cent, while LED light sales increased 8,000 to 14,500 per cent. In total, Albertans purchased 4.3 million products that will continue to pay dividends on lower utility bills for years to come. Products sold are expected to save more than 420,000 gigajoules of energy, equal to heating 3,523 homes.

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“The spring campaign was a huge success, proving once again that Albertans embraced the many ways we can make our homes more efficient and comfortable. We’re continuing to build on this momentum to further reduce energy use,” said Monica Curtis, CEO, Energy Efficiency Alberta.

Quick facts There are multiple ways to save through the Residential Retail Products Program: • Instant Rebates: In-store products like LED lights, smart power strips and heavy duty timers. • Home Improvement Rebates: Up to $3,500 on products such as windows, insulation and tankless hot water heaters installed by a certified contractor. • Online Rebates: Rebates of up to $100 on eligible clothes washers, refrigerators and smart thermostats.

“We’re excited to be participating again and expect the same success with the fall promotion. We saw a 1,000 per cent hike in sales for LED bulbs, big savings since up to 10 per cent of a home’s energy consumption is related to lighting and LED bulbs consume 75 per cent less energy,” said Mike Shreve,

Energy Efficiency Alberta programs provide incentives for families, businesses, non-profits and communities to invest in energy-saving projects. These programs have supported the creation of 1,300 private sector jobs in the province’s burgeoning energy efficiency sector.

Grey Wooded Forage Association welcomes Canada Thistle Stem Mining Weevils obtaining some thistle control.

As project season winds down for GWFA, we finally received our longawaited for Canada Thistle Stem Mining Weevils on September 23rd. We developed two different projects around the weevils and had sites ready to go last year, but unfortunately a cold weather snap in Montana prevented the weevils from being harvested. This year they came as planned and we managed to release 14 trays

The two projects we developed are a monitoring project and an establishment project. We developed the two projects to evaluate the weevils differently. The monitoring project is designed to release a single cup or 105 weevils into a set area. We will monitor that site and do thistle stem dissections and plant population counts to see how those 105 weevils have flourished and affected the thistle population over a five-year period. The point is really to see how well they survive and breed, with the benefit of

The establishment project is a bit more complex. It is designed to have multiple test or release sites. We are looking for a relatively homogenous area with equal thistle density over a longer stretch of land. Say along a creek bank or wetland area. Here we spaced our sites out as much as we could to prevent the weevils from moving into a neighbouring site. We released three cups of weevils (315 weevils) in the first site, two cups (210 weevils) in the second site, and one cup (105 weevils) in the third location. We also staked out a fourth control site where we didn’t release any weevils. The control is meant to monitor the thistle population growth and determine if any weevils have spread out of their release site into the neighbouring thistle patches. The reason for different release numbers, is to see if we can put out a population of weevils that can speed up the control of Canada Thistle, at a reasonable cost, and success rate. We are also looking for information regarding how well they winter, breed, and decrease a population of thistle, with a varying initial adult population. There are a lot of questions we would like to get answered. One of the biggest questions is, how many weevils do I need to release to get control of thistle over X area? We’re also hoping we can increase the rate of reproduction to get spread throughout an entire infestation quicker. The two establishment sites we are running are with Mountain View County. We have four monitoring sites, two with

Medicine River Watershed Society and two with Lacombe County. Each of our partners has shown a great concern over some of the severity in which Canada Thistle has infested areas of interest for them. They are looking at these projects with great interest in hopefully providing their constituents with another thistle control option. I’ve been asked a few times about the effectiveness of these weevils. Some people have read different articles or heard other presentations that state varying degrees of success for thistle control. The way I look at the weevils, they are another tool to put in the tool box. The best example of where is see great success is in environmentally sensitive areas. The banks of rivers, streams, lakes, and wetlands all have buffer zones around them where herbicide applications are prohibited or can only be used at such low amounts that they’re about as effective as throwing a bucket of water on a wildfire. A lot of these same areas have banks or other features that prevent equipment, livestock and people from doing mechanical or grazing control. In these situations, releasing this insect to work for you and suppress that population over time to an acceptable level becomes very effective, since before there were very limited or no options. Unfortunately, some people are against the release of the Canada Thistle Stem Mining Weevils. They believe that these weevils are the same ones that eat canola pods or their pea plants in the

spring. Those are legitimate fears, as the weevils in question are the Cabbage Seed Pod Weevil and the Pea Leaf Weevil. They are separate species that require totally different plants to complete their life cycles, and will not interbreed with each other or the Canada Thistle Stem Mining Weevil. The Canada Thistle Stem Mining Weevil that we are introducing is not a native species. It is also a picky weevil and only consumes the tissues of thistle. It requires the thistle to complete its life cycle. Without Canada Thistle, they won’t breed and the adult population will die out. The weevils will not interbreed with different species creating a super weevil that will destroy crops. We’re very excited about this project, and look forward to seeing how well these weevils over winter. We’ll be doing thistle stem dissections late next spring to see if they managed to breed and get an estimate of the total adult population that survived winter. It s a long-term project and we’ll be keeping you updated on how it goes through the coming years, with tours, data and pictures. If you have any questions about the weevils please don’t hesitate to give us a call or come by one of the sites next year to see how they’re doing.

~ By Devin Knopp, PAg (article previously run in "The Blade" newsletter)

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COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS September 14, 2017 SYLVAN LAKE AREA STRUCTURE PLAN (ASP) - BYLAW NO. 1252/17 PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing was held for Bylaw 1252/17, a bylaw of Lacombe County for amending the Sylvan Lake Area Structure Plan (ASP). Bylaw 1252/17 was given second and third reading by Council and so passed. BLACKFALDS HERITAGE SURVEY A heritage survey recently completed by Judy Carleton, which focuses on the Town of Blackfalds, also identified a total of 23 locations and 46 buildings within Lacombe County as having varying degrees of historical value was presented to Council. The information regarding County heritage resources has been recorded by the creation of a layer within the County’s Geographic Information System. To date St. Monica’s Anglican Church in the Hamlet of Mirror is the only structure to be designated as a Municipal Historical Resource within Lacombe County. The report on the survey was received for information.

DEVELOPMENT INCENTIVE PROGRAM POLICY PROPOSAL Policy AD(39) outlines a grant pilot program that would initially focus on incentives for single lot, smaller scale commercial and industrial development within the growth Hamlet of Mirror. By resolution of Council Policy AD (39) The Development Incentive Grant Policy was approved, and further, a $ 5,000 allocation for the first year of the program; subject to review in year two and three of the program received approval. JUST FREEHOLD ENERGY – TAX PAYMENT PROPOSAL A tax payment proposal to address 2017 taxes on properties owned by Just Freehold Energy did not receive Council approval. MGA REGULATIONS REVIEW Proposed responses to the Modernized Municipal Government Act Group 2 Regulations received the endorsement of Council. BYLAW 1236/17 – SANDHILL ESTATES Bylaw No. 1236/17, a bylaw of

Council Highlights & Minutes can be found on our website under the ‘Council’ Link on the main page - or scan the QR code above with your smartphone!

Regularly Scheduled Meetings for Lacombe County Council / Council Committee Committee of the Whole First Tuesday of every second month at 9am Planning and Subdivision / MPC Second Thursday of every month at 9am Operations, Environmental & Protective Services, General / MPC Fourth Thursday of every month at 9am

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Lacombe County to amend the Lacombe County Land Use Bylaw No. 1056/07 to change the zoning of approximately 10.47 hectares (25.87) acres) of land identified as Pt. SW 2439-27 W4M from Country Residential “R-CR” District to County Residential Estate “R-CRE) District was given third and final reading by Council and so passed. Subsequent to the approval of Bylaw No.1237/17 Subdivision Application S-023/17, providing for the development in the Burbank subdivision of 14 lots ranging in size from 1.25 to 1.33 acres received Council approval subject to twenty-one specified conditions. ALBERTA TRAIL NET Debbie Olsen, on behalf of Alberta Trail Net and in honor of Canada’s 150 birthday celebration, presented the Alberta Hero award to Cliff Soper and Phil Lodermeier in recognition of their great contributions to Alberta Trail Net and the Trans Canada Trail System. Volunteer award pins were presented to all Councillors, Terry Hager, Tim Timmons, Bill Cade, Dale Kary, Lindsay Vink and Vince Pratt in appreciation of

their contribution to the development of trails within Lacombe County. LINCOLN RANCH Council accepted for information a presentation about the concept plan and rezoning proposal for Lincoln Ranch, which would include a 100 lot residential community with a 9-hole golf course on the east side of Gull Lake. A public open house for the proposed development has been set for October 12, 2017 at the Lincoln Community Hall from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. NURSERY GOLF COURSE & COUNTRY CLUB CAMPGROUND Council accepted for information a presentation about the concept plan and rezoning proposal for the Nursery Golf Course & Country Club campground, which would include 31 seasonal RV camping lots, a washroom/shower facility and a caretaker suite. The proposed development is located northwest of the City of Lacombe. A public open house for the proposed development has been set for October 19, 2017 at the Nursery Golf Course & Country Club at 1:00 p.m.

Beautiful morning! Kandy Hubl submitted this photo of the fall colours, taken during an early morning walk


COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS September 28, 2017 KEY FOB DISTRIBUTION & ORIENTATION Council received an orientation on the County office key fob system. 2018 CAPITAL EQUIPMENT PURCHASES Lacombe County Administration completed an evaluation of their capital equipment, and recommended the replacement of 19 items for the 2018 budget year. Council authorized the County Commissioner to: • Tender and award the purchases of the 2018 equipment replacement list as presented for an estimated value of $3,832,650. • Dispose of existing units at an estimated trade in value or private sale value of $1,072,400. • Fund the difference between the purchase of the new units and the sale of the old units, estimated at $2,760,250, from the Capital Equipment Reserve. PAVING PROJECTS 2018 Council received a presentation on the paving project options for 2018. Council authorized the County Commissioner to tender and award the 2018 paving contracts, with the exception of the Sandy Point Road, Sandy Point Trail, and DeGraff Road. Council directed the County Commissioner to meet with the developers of Sandy Point and DeGraff/ Lincoln Ranch Resort with regard to the road access to those developments and

provide a report on those meetings at a future Council meeting. KUHNEN PARK BATHROOM Council authorized the County Commissioner to purchase a cement bathroom from Eagle Builders and arrange for a crane rental to install the bathroom for an estimated price of $47,825.00, and fund it through the Community Aggregate Reserve. TRAVIS REVIEW COUNCIL GIVE FIRST, SECOND and third reading to Bylaw 1251/17 Commercial Vehicle Permit Fees Bylaw. This bylaw allows Lacombe County to impose fees for issuing permits for overweight and over-dimensional commercial vehicles on highways, and puts it under the County’s direction, control and management. LACOMBE REGIONAL AIRPORT After a presentation on the Lacombe Regional Airport, Council approved: • the Lacombe Regional Airport Operating Agreement; • the Lacombe Regional Airport Committee Terms of Reference; • the Lacombe Regional Airport 2018 Operating Budget, and; • the renaming of the facility to the Lacombe Regional Airport. Council also accepted the Lacombe Regional Airport Multi-Year Capital Plan for information.

CANCELLATION OF PROPERTY TAX Upon review, it was determined that a lessee’s name was not included on the tax roll for 4027323001, and therefore caused non-payment of taxes on the property. Council approved a resolution that the lessee of tax roll number 4027323001 be responsible for payment of the 2017 tax levy of $122.12, but that the remaining outstanding tax levies and penalties of $581.26 be cancelled. PARKLAND REGIONAL LIBRARY 2018 PROPOSED BUDGET Council approved the Parkland Regional Library Budget for 2018, providing for Lacombe County’s membership fee of $83,733.44. BLACKFALDS CIVIC FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY & MASTER PLAN PARTICIPATION Following an invitation by the Town of Blackfalds, Council approved the designation of a County staff member participate on the Blackfalds Civic Facilities Development Strategy and Master Plan technical team. COUNCILLOR ORIENTATION An orientation for new and returning councillors will be held on October 23 after the 2017 Municipal Election. UNIVERSITY OF CALGARY – ELECTED OFFICIALS PROGRAM Council received a report on the University of Calgary’s Elected Officials

Program for information. NRDRWWSC 2018 PROPOSED OPERATING BUDGET • Council accepted the proposed 2018 North Red Deer Regional Wastewater Services Commission (NRDRWWSC) Operating Budget for information. HIGHWAY 2 CORRIDOR IMPROVEMENT STUDY A letter from the Reeve to the Honourable Brian Mason will be sent to express the County’s concern with Alberta Transportation’s recommendations from the Highway 2 Corridor Improvement Study. RURAL CRIME CONCERNS Council moved to invite MP Blaine Calkins, MLA Ron Orr, and MLA Jason Nixon to a future Committee of the Whole/or Council meeting to discuss rural crime issues and support for residents. NEW INCOME TAX LAWS Council moved that a letter be forwarded to the federal Minister of Finance, Alberta Liberal Members of Parliament, and Red Deer-Lacombe MP Blaine Calkins regarding the lack of understanding and the lack of consultation in the proposed income tax reform measures; and the longterm effect such measures will have on agricultural producers, small business owners and future entrepreneurs.

Lacombe Cenotaph designated as a Municipal Historic Resource Mayor Steve Christie joined representatives from the Lacombe Heritage Resources Committee, the Lacombe & District Historical Society and the Royal Canadian Legion Lacombe Branch No. 79 on Saturday, September 30 for a special ceremony to designate the Lacombe Cenotaph as a municipal historic resource. “The Lacombe Cenotaph is an important historic resource because it reminds us of the true cost of freedom,” said Mayor Steve Christie. “Each name engraved on the monument represents a life cut too short and a family suffering the loss of a loved one. The Cenotaph will continue to serve as a reminder to future generations that freedom comes at a price and that those who fought for it deserve our admiration, reverence, and gratitude.” “Heritage preservation is important to the culture and identity of Lacombe,” said City of Lacombe Heritage Resources Committee Administrator Jennifer Kirch-

ner. “We are ensuring that the stories of our citizens continue to be a part of our community memory through the preservation of important buildings and monuments such as the Lacombe Cenotaph.” The Lacombe Cenotaph is located in Lest We Forget Park, at the corner of 50 Avenue and 53 Street in the heart of Lacombe’s historic downtown. The cenotaph was erected in 1924 by the Lest We Forget Club as a memorial to honour the citizens of Lacombe who gave their lives in the Great War (1914-1918). The park was donated to the City of Lacombe in 1955.

Subsequent additions have been made to the Cenotaph to reflect the sacrifices of the Lacombe citizens during World War II, the Korean War, and the war in Afghanistan. The intent is for the Cenotaph to be an evolving war memorial, with names added as required.

The Lacombe Cenotaph is comprised of a marble obelisk in the form of a solider with his weapon at ease. The monument is inscribed with the words “To the Glory of God. The Honour of the Armies of the Empire and in Proud Memory of our Dead who Fell in the Great War 1914-1918 and Whose Names are Here Recorded.”

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AROUND THE COUNTY Haynes Hall Events Halloween Dance Haynes Hall October 28, 2017 $10 at the door, Opening at 8 p.m., Midnight Lunch provided

Sargent Community Events • September 30 - 9 a.m. - Fall pancake breakfast • November 25 - 6:30 p.m. - Pot Luck supper and Bingo • December 22 - 6:30 p.m. - Christmas Concert • January 27, 2018 - 6:30 p.m. - Pot luck supper and AGM Sargent Community Hall is located at the corner of Sargent Lakeside Road and Haynes Road. Call George Payne 403 784 3654 or Marie Payne 403 784 3444 for information

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Browse our: Movies, eBooks, eMagazines, Magazines, Nintendo Wii U, FREE WiFi, Audio Books, Music & more! Borrow items from anywhere in Alberta with your ME library card & we got 4 types of new cards so come & pick out your choice!! Did you know with your library card you can borrow a week pass to the Abbey Centre?

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ST. ANDREWS UNITED CHURCH 5226 51 AVE, LACOMBE, AB FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 10TH 7:30PM TICKETS : $20 IN ADVANCE FROM LACOMBE CITY HALL, 5432 56 AVE THE MAIN GALLERY & FRAMING 5240 45 ST(BESIDE DOLLARAMA)

Silent Auction including guitars signed by k.d. 26 lang and Adrian Nation

$25 AT THE DOORS (CASH ONLY) PROCEEDS TO THE LACOMBE ARTS ENDOWMENT FUND


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The Gary Moe Sportsplex is home to the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre (KAC). Come take a dip at the Kinsmen Aquatic Centre. We offer a climbing wall, small slide, rope, wibit and many special events throughout the year. For more information on the KAC schedule, swim club, special events or employment opportunities visit www.lacombe.ca/pool or call 403.782.1277.

The Medicine River Watershed Society held the third annual Plein Air Painting and Photography day on September 10 at the Gilby hall. Fourteen artists spent the day painting along the Medicine River, then showed their paintings at a community BBQ supper provided by the Society. Local photographers Erin Dyrland and Sybil Sewell displayed photos of the river and watershed area. As featured photographer, Erin showed several photo enlargements on canvas, which will be donated to local businesses that have supported the Medicine River Watershed Society over the years. Ward Nelson, chairman of the Society, offered much appreciation to the participating artists and community members who support this event and the Society; and also thanked the landowners who gave permission for artists to paint on their property.

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