County News - Lacombe County

County News Wednesday, September 27, 2017 | Volume 9

City of Lacombe, Lacombe County sign historic joint agreement The City of Lacombe and Lacombe County today celebrated a historic milestone with the signing of two significant joint agreements, which lead the way for the servicing and future development of lands near the interchange of Queen Elizabeth II Highway (QE II) and Highway 12 at the western edge of Lacombe. “The agreements we are signing today mark a significant step forward, and should be regarded as a historic moment for our two communities,” said Lacombe County Reeve Paula Law. “We are honoured to stand here with the City of Lacombe to set in motion the development of the Lacombe West Area Servicing Project, which will provide for future growth and development in both Lacombe County and the City of Lacombe.”

Agreement - details how the shares of the project will be paid and how construction will move forward. In addition to these agreements, the City and County also created a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with the North Red Deer River Water Services Commission. The MOA will ensure that the necessary County water allocation will flow through the City’s infrastructure to the Lacombe West Area, without affecting the City’s water allocation. “This project highlights how rural and urban municipalities can work together in providing new opportunities that will benefit all our communities, and strengthen our partnership with the City,” said

Lacombe County Commissioner Terry Hager. “The shared vision of extending services to the west side of Lacombe and QEII will provide long term benefits to our communities.” “When completed, the joint economic area will open the doors for longterm economic development, which will help diversify and strengthen the region’s economy,” said City of Lacombe Chief Administrative Officer Dion Pollard. “Subject to final adoption of the project borrowing bylaw, development of the Lacombe West Area will kick off later this fall with the creation of detailed designs for the water and sewer systems, and construction of these systems is anticipated in spring 2018.”

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Municipal Election Information

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Safety First

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Rural Crime Watch

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School Board Election Info

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Agriculture

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Environment

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Planning & Development FAQs

14-15 Development Activity 16

Ellis Bird Farm Update

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Lacombe Regional Tourism

18-19 Notices 21

Council Highlights

26-27 Events Around the County

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“We would not be where we are today without the strong relationship between the City of Lacombe and Lacombe County,” said City of Lacombe Mayor Steve Christie. “We are honoured to be a part of a great partnership that has led to many great things for the region, and we will continue to work together to ensure that growth and development along our borders is beneficial to both municipalities.” The signing is in response to a Joint Economic Area Agreement signed between the City of Lacombe and Lacombe County in 2007, and includes two important documents: • Joint Economic Area Servicing Agreement - details how services will be provided and the costs associated with them. • Capital Project Contribution

What’s Inside

Publication Mail Agreement No 0040025170 Return undeliverable items to: Lacombe County RR3, Lacombe, AB T4L 2N3

City of Lacombe Mayor Steve Christie and Lacombe County Reeve Paula Law signing two significant joint agreements.

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County CountyNews News- September - August 18,27,2017 2017

Continued: Joint Signing Ceremony marks milestone for City, County

ELECTION 2017

Lacombe County Electoral Division Map City of Lacombe Mayor Steve Christie and Lacombe County Reeve Paula Law mark this historic occasion between the two municipalities with recognition certificates.

For the City of Lacombe, the West Area Servicing project will facilitate the development of the Midway Centre Outline Plan – which includes major commercial development, along with a high-density residential and trail system development, on the QE II corridor that will provide diverse employment opportunities and promote both new and existing business in the city. For Lacombe County, the servicing will lead to the creation of 258 hectares of serviced land on the west side of QEII. The County’s long-range planning also includes an additional 212 serviced hectares for future use. Because this is a phased development plan, the County will not move ahead with west servicing until the pipes are in place under the QEII. The West Area Servicing Project, which includes a $3.5 million intersection upgrade of 76 Street and Highway 12, is expected to cost $15,175,600. The cost of the water and wastewater portion of the project will be funded primarily through off-site levies, and the proposed funding for the project as follows: • $3,988,000 in long-term City debt funded from future developer off-site levies • $5,834,400 in Lacombe County funding from developer and property owner off-site levies • $520,000 from City’s Water and Wastewater Capital Reserves • $2,631,000 in taxpayer supported debt for the intersection upgrades • $2,202,200 from developer off-site and existing off-site levy reserves

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Official Candidate List for Lacombe County Council Division 1 Candidates John Ireland Rod McDermand X

Division 5 Candidates Denise Sumner Ken Wigmore X

Division 2 Candidates Brenda Knight - ACCLAIMED

Division 6 Candidates Keith Stephenson X Robert Szasz

Division 3 Candidates Barb Shepherd - ACCLAIMED Division 4 Candidates Paula Law - ACCLAIMED

Division 7 Candidates Dana Kreil - ACCLAIMED X – Denotes Incumbent

Therefore notice is hereby given that an election will be held for the filling of the following offices: Office COUNTY COUNCILLOR COUNTY COUNCILLOR COUNTY COUNCILLOR

Number of Vacancies 1 1 1

Electoral Division Number Division 1 Division 5 Division 6

Candidate Information

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ELECTION 2017

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ADVANCE VOTE Advance voting will take place on:

MONDAY, Lacombe County ElectionOCTOBER 2, 2017 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 2 PM AND 8 PM October 16, 2017 The advance voting stations will be located at:

ADVANCE VOTING FOR DIVISIONS 1, 5 AND 6 CAN BE DONE AT ANY OF THESE STATIONS

ALIX COMMUNITY HALL 5008 – 49 Avenue, Alix LACOMBE COUNTY OFFICE Rural Address: 40403 RGE RD 27-4 (Intersection of Highway 12 and Spruceville Road (RGE RD 27-4) 2.5 miles West of QEII Highway and Highway 12 overpass West of Lacombe)

Requirements for Voter Identification In order to vote you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be: (a) one piece of photo identification with name and address issued by a Canadian government whether federal, provincial, local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and his or her name and current address, or (b) one piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act (Alberta) with name and address as required by section 53(1)(b)(i) of the Local Authorities Election Act. For a complete list of Voter Eligibility Identification Requirements please visit www. lacombecounty.com.

RAINY CREEK HALL Rainy Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4 (NE 32-39-1-W5)

ELECTION DAY Voting will take place on:

MONDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2017 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 10 AM AND 8 PM Voting stations will be located at: DIVISION 1 Alix Community Hall (5008 - 49 Avenue, Alix) Haynes Hall (Haynes Rd.) (SE 4-39-24-W4) DIVISION 5

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Gull Lake Hall (25 Lakeview Avenue, SV Gull Lake) Lincoln Hall (Sec. Hwy. 792, Lincoln Rd.) (NW 2441-28-W4) Blackfalds Community Hall (4810 Womacks Rd., Blackfalds) Rainy Creek Hall (Rainy Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4) (NE 32-39-1-W4) Forshee Hall (RGE RD 2-0) (NE 25-41-2-W4) Blindman Valley Ag Centre (5202 – 51 Street, Bentley)

ELECTION WORKERS Lacombe County is currently hiring workers for election day throughout the County. Election day is Monday, October 16, 2017 polls are open between 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Candidates with previous election experience will be given preference. Successful candidates are required to attend a ½ day training session at the County Office. Please send letters of interest to [email protected] no later than October 6, 2017.

For more information contact: Michelle Eadie, Returning Officer Lacombe County [email protected] (403) 782-6601

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SAFETY FIRST Back to School Safety Another school year is upon us, which means increased traffic around schools and on bus routes. Remember to have patience when driving through school zones, and try to leave yourself ample time when going through. As the days grow shorter we all need to be aware of our surroundings while driving, walking or cycling during dawn and dusk hours when visibility is often at its lowest for drivers. If possible, remember to wear highvisibility clothing. TIPS FOR DRIVERS • Reduce your speed. Be more careful in residential areas where children are present. • Respect speed limits in school zones and playground zones. • Stop for school buses displaying the flashing red lights and the extended stop arm. In most cases, traffic in both directions must stop for school buses. Do not continue until the flashing lights stop. • Obey crossing guards. • Never overtake other vehicles within a school zone or within a half block of any crosswalk.

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Avoid U-turns and threepoint turns in school zones. Children can have a difficult time predicting these types of vehicle manoeuvres. Give cyclists a wide berth. A good rule of thumb is to allow one metre of minimum clearance. Shoulder check before opening your vehicle door. Let kids off away from traffic. Usually, that is the passenger side of the vehicle. As our children return to school, we also wanted to encourage parents to dress their children in high visibility clothing, especially with those who may walk to school or to the school bus.

TIPS FOR PARENTS Encourage your kids to: • Avoid dressing in dark colours such as black, navy blue or all white. • Wear bright coloured clothing or more than one colour to stand out. • Wear reflective markings on jackets or biking gear. • Use head lamps or bike lights while traveling at night.

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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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.

Every Second Counts:

Plan 2 Ways Out!™ Fire Prevention Week | Oct. 8-14, 2017

How fast does fire move? Very fast. You could have less than 2 minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds. 7 steps to practicing your escape plan 1

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Draw a map of your home. Include all doors and windows.

Find two ways out of every room.

Make sure doors and windows are not blocked.

Choose an outside meeting place in front of your home.

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6 Push the test button to sound the smoke alarm.

7 Practice your drill with everyone in the home.

For more information about escape planning, visit: www.usfa.fema.gov and www.firepreventionweek.org.

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Get outside to your meeting place.

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SAFETY FIRST / RURAL CRIME WATCH 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.

Lacombe County wants you to stay safe today and tomorrow.

You’re in farm country, share the road this harvest season.

www.lacombecounty.com ~ 403.782.6601 @LacombeCounty ~ /LacombeCounty

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. 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

Protective Services.

BARCWS Partners in attendance: Sylvan Lake RCMP, Lacombe County Protective Services, and Red Deer County

BARCWS Membership: $25 for 5 years and RCMP clearance. For more info, please call: Dave More @ 403-746-3429

Fall Harvest Safety Tips & Reminders It’s hard to believe, but summer has come and gone and September is almost here! For many in our area, that means fall harvest is quickly approaching! Soon farmers will have a lot of work to do in a short amount of time. This means seasoned veterans, fresh newbies and everyone in-between will be on the road and in the fields grinding out their duties. Farmers are no stranger to long hours and tough working conditions. With that being said, we are bringing YOU, farmers and city folk, a few tips as a friendly reminder to stay safe this harvest season! 1. Always wear your seat belt! Seat belts save lives. 2. Be vigilant. This applies to everyone – farmers in the field, on the road hauling loads and motorists on the road. Be aware of your surroundings. If you see a slow moving vehicle, be prepared to slow down quickly. Also be watching for wildlife. With machines in the field, wildlife is on the move which increases the likelihood of collision. 3. Don’t crowd slow moving machinery. 4. Don’t stand on grain that is being moved. Every year, people “drown” in grain carts and bins. In 2014, a whopping 71 confinedspace accidents were reported. That’s 71 too many. 5. Keep children on the farm safe! If kids are working on the farm, assign kid age-appropriate duties. Watch them diligently and talk to them about the hazards of the farm. Also, watch for small children in the farm yard as machinery is coming and going. 6. Get your basic first aid / basic life support (BLS) certification. This is something EVERYONE can benefit from. The ultimate goal is to minimize your risk and NOT have to use it, but if you’re ever in a situation your basic life support certification can be the difference between life and death. 7. Farmers, make yourself seen! 8. Grain Bins. Keep them locked when they’re not in use. Never enter a bin unless necessary. In this case use proper safety equipment (ladders, harnesses, face masks, etc.) Always have a helper nearby when entering grain bins. 9. Don’t wear loose clothing around equipment or work areas. 10. Outfit tractors and farm trucks with fire extinguishers and first aid kits. 11. Don’t text and drive.

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MIRROR CORNER

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 highspeed 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).

LACOMBE COUNTY INVITES APPLICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC AT LARGE FOR APPOINTMENT TO THE FOLLOWING: SUBDIVISION AND DEVELOPMENT APPEAL BOARD/ ASSESSMENT REVIEW BOARD The Lacombe County Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB), which is comprised of four members of the public-at-large and one alternate member, is a quasi-judicial board that hears appeals from the decisions of the County’s Development Authority and Subdivision Authority. The Lacombe County Assessment Review Board (ARB) is comprised of the SDAB members and hears and makes decisions on property assessment complaints. Members are required to successfully complete assessment review board training to maintain their eligibility as qualified assessment review board members. The SDAB/ARB will also hear appeals brought forward under the Weed Control Act as per Section 28(6) of the Act and Pest Control Act as per Section 14(5) of the Act.  Applicants should have an interest in 1) municipal planning and development, 2) property assessment, and 3) the administrative tribunal process  SDAB and ARB meetings are held as required  Appointments to these Boards are for the period of January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018. Persons interested in applying for appointment to these Boards are invited to submit a resume providing details of their qualifications and experience by October 2, 2017. For further information, please contact. TERRY HAGER, CLGM COUNTY COMMISSIONER LACOMBE COUNTY

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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PUBLIC NOTICE OF MUNICIPAL WORKS Lacombe County would like to advise the public on the following projects. These projects could result in detours for people travelling. Inclement weather could affect the projected completion dates. • Road Construction: Twp Road 41-4 (Junction of Hwy 792 west 1 mile to Range Road 28-2). Project expected to start on Sept. 29, and be completed in mid-November. • Road Construction: Twp Road 40-2 (From the Junction of Range Road 1-2, running 2.5 miles east to Range Road 28-4 (2 miles south of the Town of Bentley). Construction started on August 21, and is expected to be completed at the end of September. • Bridge Construction: 1.5 miles North of Highway 12 on Range Road 24-1. This project started on August 21, and is expected to be completed in mid-October • Bridge Construction: Over Medicine River on Twp Road 392. Project started on July 20, and is expected to be completed in mid-October

September September27, 27,2017 2017 - County CountyNews News NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTE and REQUIREMENTS FOR VOTER IDENTIFICATION

NOTICE OF ELECTION and REQUIREMENTS FOR VOTER IDENTIFICATION

LOCAL AUTHORITIES ELECTION ACT (Sections 12, 35, 46, 53) Local Jurisdiction: Wolf Creek School Division No. 72, Province of Alberta. Notice is hereby given that an election will be held for the filling of the following offices: Office

Number of Vacancies 1 1 1 2

TRUSTEE TRUSTEE TRUSTEE TRUSTEE

Electoral Division Number Ward 1 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5

Voting will take place on: Monday, October 16th, 2017 between the hours of 10 AM and 8 PM. The voting stations for City of Lacombe residents will be located at: WARD 5

Lacombe Memorial Centre (5214 – 50 Avenue, Lacombe) (8 am – 8 pm) Institutional Vote (Continuing Care Residents Only) (5430 – 47 Avenue, Lacombe) (9 am – 11 am) Institutional Vote (Lodge Residents Only) (4508 C&E Trail, Lacombe) (1 pm – 3 pm)

The voting stations for Town of Blackfalds residents will be located at: WARD 5

Blackfalds Community Hall (4810 Womacks Rd., Blackfalds)

The voting station for Town of Eckville residents will be located at: WARD 4

Eckville Community Center (5305 – 52 Street, Eckville)

The voting stations for Lacombe County residents will be located at: WARD 1

WARD 4

WARD 5

Alix Community Hall (5008 - 49 Avenue, Alix) Haynes Hall (Haynes Rd.) (SE 4-39-24-W4) Mirror Community Hall (5120 – 50 Avenue, Mirror) Tees Hall (24 McNabb Street, Tees) Clive Community Hall (Clive) Gull Lake Hall (25 Lakeview Avenue, Summer Village of Gull Lake) Lincoln Hall (Secondary Hwy. 792) (Lincoln Rd.) (NW24-41-28-W4) Blackfalds Community Hall (4810 Womacks Rd., Blackfalds) Rainy Creek Hall (Rainy Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4) (NE32-39-1-W5) Forshee Hall (RGE RD 2-0) (NE25-41-2-W4) Blindman Valley Ag Centre (5202 – 51 Street, Bentley) Gilby Hall (Hwy. 12 and RGE RD 3-5) (SE29-40-3-W5) Eckville Community Center (5305 – 52 Street, Eckville) Blackfalds Community Hall (4810 Womacks Rd, Blackfalds) Kozy Korner (5024 – 53 Street, Lacombe)

The voting station for Village of Alix residents will be located at: WARD 1

Alix Community Hall (5008 – 49 Avenue, Alix)

LOCAL AUTHORITIES ELECTION ACT (Sections 74 & 53) Local Jurisdiction: Wolf Creek School Division No. 72, Province of Alberta. Notice is hereby given that an advance vote will be held for the filling of the following offices: Office TRUSTEE TRUSTEE TRUSTEE TRUSTEE

Number of Vacancies 1 1 1 2

Electoral Division Number Ward 1 Ward 3 Ward 4 Ward 5

Advance voting will take place on: MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2017 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 2 PM AND 8 PM The advance voting stations for Lacombe County residents will be located at: RAINY CREEK HALL Rainy Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4 (NE32-39-1-W5) LACOMBE COUNTY OFFICE Rural Address: 40403 RGE RD 27-4 (Intersection of Highway 12 and Spruceville Road (RGE RD 27-4) 2.5 miles West of QEII Highway and Highway 12 overpass West of Lacombe) ALIX COMMUNITY HALL 5008 – 49 Avenue, Alix The advance voting stations for Town of Eckville residents will be located at: RAINY CREEK HALL Rainy Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4 (NE32-39-1-W5) The advance voting station for Ponoka County residents will be located at: WOLF CREEK SCHOOL DIVISION NO. 72 BOARD OFFICE 6000 Highway 2A, Ponoka The advance voting stations for Ponoka County, Division 5 residents will be on Tuesday, October 10 between 10 am – 8 pm located at Last West Community Hall (SW33-42-4-W5) and Iola Community Hall (SE18-44-3-W5). Residents who reside in the towns, villages and cities with Lacombe County and Ponoka County will vote at those municipalities advance polls. In order to vote you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be: (a) one piece of photo identification with name and address issued by a Canadian government whether federal, provincial, local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and his or her name and current address, or (b) one piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act (Alberta) with name and address as required by section 53(1)(b)(i) of the Local Authorities Election Act. For a complete list of Voter Eligibility Identification Requirements please visit www.wolfcreek.ab.ca. DATED at the Town of Ponoka in the Province of Alberta, this 22nd day of September, 2017.

The voting stations for Ponoka County residents will be located at: WARD 1 WARD 3

Please contact the Returning Officer for more information

Mecca Glen School (Hwy. 53 East of Ponoka) (NW32-42-23-W4) Kinsmen Community Centre (5009 – 46 Avenue, Ponoka) Bluffton School (SW6-44-2-W5) Peter Lougheed Community Centre (5109 – 54 Street, Rimbey) Crestomere School (Hwy. 53 West of Ponoka) (SE6-43-27-W4)

[email protected] 403.783.3473

The voting stations for Ponoka County, Division 5 residents will be located at: WARD 3

Last West Community Hall (SW33-42-4-W5) Iola Community Hall (SE18-44-3-W5)

The voting station for Town of Rimbey residents will be located at: WARD 3

Peter Lougheed Community Centre (5109 – 54 Street, Rimbey)

Residents who reside in the towns, villages and cities within Lacombe County and Ponoka County not included above will vote at the established voting stations for the municipality in which they reside. In order to vote you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be: (a) one piece of photo identification with name and address issued by a Canadian government whether federal, provincial, local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and his or her name and current address, or (b) one piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act (Alberta) with name and address as required by section 53(1)(b)(i) of the Local Authorities Election Act. For a complete list of Voter Eligibility Identification Requirements please visit www.wolfcreek.ab.ca. DATED at the Town of Ponoka in the Province of Alberta, this 22nd day of September, 2017. Please contact the Returning Officer for more information [email protected] 403.783.3473

MAIN construction St.

Businesses are open during construction.

Detours in effect September-October.

www.lacombe.ca/mainstreet

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Increase your Riparian IQ!

Sign up for Weekend Course in Riparian Management – October 14-15, 2017 Are you a farmer, rancher, or acreage owner with a “riparian area” – that is, land that borders some sort of water feature? Perhaps you have a stream running through your property, a small pond out back, or even just a wet spot in your cropland. If you do, then the next question is: are you managing your riparian areas to their full potential?

Tools to build your

cow herd

To register call the AG-Info Centre at 1-800-387-6030

This workshop will discuss how genetic and genomic tools can help identify superior animals to develop a productive and profitable cow herd. With weather related challenges in recent years there is a huge variability in feed supply and quality; speakers will discuss potential health and nutrition related problems producers may face this winter and how to minimize difficulties during calving and breeding seasons. A local veterinarian will speak on local health issues and concerns. Agenda

May be subject to change

Speakers

9:00 a.m.

Registration

9:30 a.m.

Welcome / introduction

Local Forage Association

9:45 a.m.

“My Herd and Me” Genetic tools for the commercial herd

John Basarab

10:45 a.m.

Break

11:00 a.m.

DSM - Vitamin requirements for cattle

Noon

Lunch

1:15 p.m.

Current feed issues in Alberta and upcoming challenges

2:15 p.m.

Break

3:15 p.m.

Proper nutrition increases animal performance and reproductive efficiency

Barry Yaremcio

3:50 p.m.

Local Issues and concerns

Local Veterinarian

Brian Campbell

Barry Yaremcio

Registration Pre-registration is required; includes lunch, and nutrition breaks Registration Fee: $30 Livestock Producers, $15 Students Registration deadline: 7 days prior to event and no refund after deadline To register call: The Ag-Info Centre 1-800-387-6030 or online at https://eservices.alberta.ca/??????? For more information Contact: Andrea Hanson at 403 948-1528

Date

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October 23, 2017

Lethbridge College Garden Court Restaurant, Parking Lot O

October 24, 2017

Olds College Alumni Centre, Visitor Parking Lot D

October 26, 2017

Lake Land College Alumni Hall Theatre, Parking Lots B & C

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On the weekend of October 14-15th, the Agroforestry and Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) is partnering up with Cows & Fish and Lacombe County to deliver a mini-course that aims to show landowners how to maximize the benefits that their riparian areas provide both to their own operations and to the surrounding watershed. Examples of these benefits include improved water quality, moderation of floods and droughts, erosion reduction, wildlife habitat, forage production for livestock, recreational opportunities, and alternative enterprises that include timber, firewood, fruit, nuts, mushrooms, and medicinal plants. The course will begin with a brief background on riparian areas and their importance within the larger watershed, with focus on how riparian restoration can reduce flooding and droughts, improve water quality and reduce erosion. Participants will then get the chance to visit a riparian area in Lacombe County, where they will learn how to conduct a site assessment for determining riparian health and potential to provide functions, goods, and services. Back in the class, participants will be given maps of their own riparian areas and other tools to help define a vision for their riparian area and a management plan for achieving this vision. AWES and Cows and Fish staff will support this exercise through presentations on potential management practices that landowners may wish to consider (e.g. to provide opportunities for sustainable grazing, fruit or timber production, wildlife habitat, etc.), and by providing one-on-one technical assistance and advice to each participating landowner or family unit. The course will end with participants having the opportunity to share their vision and management plan with other participants to receive further feedback and insight. In short, this course includes: • Two full days of instruction/active participation on riparian area assessment, restoration and management. This includes a half-day excursion to a riparian site. • Printouts of background information and management tools, including a course syllabus, relevant informational fact sheets and manuals, maps of participants’ properties, land-use activity schedulers, and more • Lunch and snacks/refreshments for both days The fee for this course is $20 per participant. This fee has been greatly reduced, as the majority of course costs are being covered by a grant from the Watershed Resiliency and Restoration Program (WRRP), administered by Alberta Environment and Parks. The primary objective of WRRP is to increase the natural ability of the province’s watersheds to reduce the intensity, magnitude, duration and effects of flooding and drought through watershed mitigation measures. Widespread implementation of the riparian restoration and management practices taught in this course has the potential to mitigate flooding and drought throughout the watershed while also providing direct benefits to landowners. For more information and to register, please contact Jalene Makus with Lacombe County at jmakus@lacombecounty. com or 403-782-8959.


AGRICULTURE ALUS Program makes sense to Lacombe County producer Situated along the Medicine River, Ward Nelson has been working hard to nurse his property back to life. Before he purchased the land three years ago, the banks along the river had been eroded by the hooves of hundreds of cattle and in areas the ground grew nothing. Over the past few years, Ward has been working to re-establish the woodlots and to improve the riparian areas surrounding him. With a small herd of cattle of his own, he has taken proactive measures to restore the health of the property. This spring, he joined the Lacombe County ALUS program, which will help him continue to make improvements as he goes. “Even before I heard of the ALUS program, I wanted to limit grazing to the pastures and to protect the watershed,” Ward said. “We get a lot of enjoyment from this river, and I’d like to leave it in better shape than when I got here.” There are 25 acres of land that Ward has as part of the ALUS project. His focus is on riparian zone conservation and enhancement along waterways. One way he is accomplishing this goal is through an off-site livestock watering system, which reduces hoof traffic, overgrazing on river banks, and pollution from manure. The solar water tank is on wheels and can move from site-to-site with the cattle. “I blocked off all the river accesses to the cattle to protect the river banks. The previous herds had trampled them, and severely eroded edges.” Ward has also established fencing

systems on his property to allow him to control where the cattle are grazing. He rotates them through seven different paddocks to ensure his land can recover and stay healthy.

This solar system pumps water into the trough for cattle, keeping them away from the river banks

“Rotational grazing really helps the smaller trees have a chance to grow,” he explained. “I wanted to also keep the cattle away from the river, to better protect from the waste and erosions they can cause." Ward is also President of the Medicine River Watershed Society, and has worked closely with the Alberta Woodlot Extension Society (AWES) to plant trees throughout his property as a way to bring a diverse ecosystem back to the area. Partnering with the Grey Wooded Forage Association, Ward and another member of the Medicine River Watershed Society are undergoing a trail project on the biological control of thistles through the use of weevils feeding on the plants, versus chemical treatment. If found to be successful, this will be beneficial for thistle control in sensitive riparian areas. His goal is to do his part, and to encourage others to look at responsible management practices.

Fencing (pictured to the right) helps protect the fragile ecosystems of the Medicine River.

“If everyone does a little bit, it will make a big difference.”

If you are interested in the ALUS program, visit our website: www. lacombecounty.com to learn more. You can also speak with the ALUS Lacombe County program coordinator, Jalene Makus, by calling 403-782-8959.

Do you have livestock, poultry, horses, fish, or even bees? From alpacas to bees and yaks to quail, the owners of livestock, bees or birds across the province are being reminded that they are required to apply for a mandatory Premises Identification (PID) Account with the province. It’s free, simple to apply for and in an emergency your collection of animals will be known to emergency responders. Anyone in Alberta who owns animals beyond pets such as your basic cat, dog, ferret, goldfish or budgie must apply for a PID Account and obtain at least one PID Number associated to where the animal is located.

The Premises Identification Program is designed to help the owners of livestock (that includes some birds, bees and fish) when disasters strike and is an important part of animal health and safety security for everyone, according to the Office of the Chief Provincial Veterinarian and Agriculture and Rural Development’s Traceability Branch. This up-to-date and accurate information is critical to emergency responses in disasters. Owners of livestock have benefited from the PID System in several natural disasters in the last couple of years. The size of your herd, flock or hives does not matter, nor does the number of acres you have them on. If

you have livestock then your premises need to be registered. PID Numbers are required or asked for on many transportation documents when transporting your animals. You will also require a PID Number when buying medications at a licensed retail outlet or when selling animals at an auction market. Agriculture programs and grants may also request your PID Number as part of their eligibility requirements. For more information on getting your premises registered call the Alberta Ag-Info Centre at 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. agriculture.alberta.ca/traceability to register your premises online and find out more about traceability. You can also go to your local Agriculture and Rural Development office or speak to a Canadian Cattle Identification Agency mobile field representative for assistance in obtaining your PID Account.

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AGRICULTURE Canada Thistle (Noxious): Colony-forming aggressive perennial Identification: Stems: are grooved, upright, hollow and woody, branching near the top, and grow 0.5m to 1.5m tall. Leaves: are lance shaped, dark green, shiny, and alternating. Leaf edges can vary between smooth with no spines to irregularly shaped with spines. Flowers: form at the ends of stems in clusters of one to several. The flowers are often purple, urn shaped, with spineless bracts. Seeds: are mostly dispersed by the wind. Buried seeds can remain dormant for up to 20 years. About: Due to its extensive, creeping root system, the Thistle is well adapted for periods of drought. It has been estimated that individual plants can live up to two years, but plants are continually replaced by new shoot systems. Canada Thistle can thrive in many conditions, but it cannot tolerate waterlogged soil or complete shade. Thistle does

best in disturbed areas and overgrazed pastures. Under the Alberta Weed Control Act, Canada Thistle is a noxious weed. Control: Grazing: sheep and goats will readily graze Thistles. Invasive plants should never be considered as forage. Cultivation: does not reach the deeper roots and produces small root pieces that rapidly develop into new plants. Not the best option for control. Mechanical: repeated mowing throughout the growing season gradually depletes the food energy stored in the root system. To succeed, several years of effort must be committed. Chemical: please check the current crop protection guide or call the county for more information.

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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How long can it persist in the soil? Resting spores are extremely long lived and may survive in soil for up to 20 years.

Clubroot of Canada

Clubroot of

Canola

What is it? Clubroot is a serious soil-borne disease of canola, mustard, and other crops of the cabbage family. Why is it of concern? This disease is capable of significantly reducing yield, quality, and may destroy a crop if infestation is high enough. How can it be spread? Infested soil can be carried field to field by farm machinery especially tillage equipment, as well as wind and water erosion.

Reference: "Alberta Clubroot management Plan."

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Prevention: In non-cropland maintain a healthy plant cover and to reseed disturbed areas as soon as possible. Avoid overgrazing to prevent establishment of thistles.

FIRE PERMITS

erosion. Minimize vehicle and equipment traffic to and from fields. Scout canola fields regularly and carefully. Identify causes of wilting , stunting, yellowing, and premature ripening.

Clubroot of

Canola

Use Clubroot resistant varieties when growing canola in areas only where the disease is established. Use long rotation breaks (Three years or more) between canola crops. Practice good sanitation of equipment and machinery to restrict the movement of potentially contaminated soil. Use direct seeding and other soil conservation practices to reduce soil erosion. Minimize vehicle and equipment traffic to and from fields. Scout canola fields regularly and carefully. Identify causes of wilting , stunting, yellowing, and premature ripening.

How long can it persist in the soil? Resting spores are extremely long lived and may survive in soil for up to 20 years.

BURNING IN LACOMBE COUNTY What is it?

Under Lacombe County’s Fire isProtection policy you Clubroot a serious soil-borne disease of canola, require a fire permit between March 1st and October Items that you are not permitted to burn include: mustard, and other crops of the cabbage family. 31st. If you are found burning without a permit you will be • Treated wood is it of concern? required to pay for the fireWhy department response fee. A fire • Used construction materials or any materials from permit is required for all outdoor fires,isexcluding used construction sites This disease capable offires significantly reducing yield, for cooking or warming purposes or burning barrels. While • Animal quality, and may destroy a crop if infestation is high manure the use of burning barrelsenough. does not require a permit they • Pathological Waste (human waste) must be covered with a metal mesh screen and the mesh • Tires How can it be spread? holes must be no larger than half an inch in size. • Used oil Infested soil can be carried field to field• by farm Rubber or plastic (anything coated with rubber or machinery especially equipment, as well as It is important to be aware that although you tillage may have a plastic) including bailer twine wind and water erosion. permit there are only certain materials that you are allowed • Containers that held pesticides or other chemicals to burn. The list of permissible and non-permissible • Any waste that causes dense smoke, offensive Reference: "Alberta Clubroot management Plan." materials are below. odours or releases toxic substances Permissible materials for burning include: • Clean untreated wood • Straw/hay/broken bales • Stubble • Grass/weeds • Leaves/Tree pruning (yard clean up)

Additional conditions exist such as wind speed, signage, supervision, and overall health and safety factors. For this and more information on fire permits, permissible and non-permissible burning or to obtain a fire permit please visit www.lacombecounty.com or contact the County at 403-782-6601.


AGRICULTURE NOTICE Lacombe County Clubroot of Canola Inspections Lacombe County Agricultural Service Board will be conducting random Clubroot of Canola Inspections as per County Policy AG(11) Clubroot of Canola. With the increased spread of Clubroot of Canola within Central Alberta, canola growers must remain vigilant to limit the spread and minimize the economic impacts of Clubroot of Canola. Symptoms include patches of premature ripening plants, shrivelled unfilled seed pods, and galls present on the plant’s root system. Swathing operations provide an excellent opportunity to scout for the presence of Clubroot of Canola, as well as sclerotinia, and blackleg. If you spot patches of prematurely ripened Canola in your field, take a minute to pull some standing plants or stubble and inspect the root system. If you have any questions or concerns contact: Dion Burlock Agricultural Fieldman LACOMBE COUNTY [email protected] 403.782.6601

FOR RENT Pasture Sprayers

Lacombe County Agriculture Services Has Pasture Sprayers for County Residents to Rent

RENTAL RATE - $50.00/DAY DEPOSIT - $200.00 (deposit refundable when sprayer returned in good condition)  Pull type - 400 gallon water capacity, 20 gallon/acre coverage  Designed for spraying range and pasture in rough terrain  Has additional hand gun system and fence line spraying nozzle  Simple to operate

To book a sprayer, please contact:

To book a sprayer

Krista Pannenbecker, Agriculture Department please contact: 403-782-8959, kpannenbecker@ lacombecounty.com Krista Pannenbecker

Agriculture Department

Navigating the Canola Variety Decision Every year at this time, the mind starts to wander into what canola variety(s) to grow? Harvesting this year’s crop gets you thinking about what worked and what could be better for next year. Here are Grant McCormick some tidbits to help you navigate the winding road to choosing the right variety(s) for your farm. The Canola Council recommends seeding clubroot resistant varieties in areas where known positive clubroot fields exist. In Lacombe County, we have a substantial number of confirmed fields (50+ positive fields as of 2016) and it is increasing. I will only mention varieties with clubroot resistance because of our high clubroot risk. For 2018, there are 20 main clubroot varieties offered of which 5 are new. Of those 20 varieties, 1 is a Clearfield® variety, 3 are Invigor® varieties and the rest are Round-up Ready® varieties. There is now canola seed available with additional traits like pod shatter reduction and sclerotinia resistance/ tolerance. The pod shatter reduction varieties allow for delayed swathing or straight cutting. PAMI (Prairie Agricultural Machinery Institute) research suggests straight cutting gives a 3-4 bushel yield bump over swathed canola. This is good news for our area as there are now lots of options to fit your farm, your management and your preferred herbicide system. Some exciting changes happening for 2018 include better transparency on both blackleg and clubroot resistance. What this means is that suppliers can choose to include in their variety description, the blackleg resistance genes and the clubroot pathotypes that they contain. From an agronomic point of view, this is a huge step forward allowing us to now distinguish between varieties and suppliers on these traits.

We have always known that rotating varieties and suppliers improves the odds of protecting the resistance packages that we have, but now there will be hard evidence to support our choices. This has been set up as a voluntary program with seed suppliers in Canada but not all companies have jumped on board with disclosure of their resistance packages. Over the last couple of years, the geographic area dealing with striped flea beetles has been growing and now includes Lacombe County. Striped flea beetles are the more aggressive early season feeder that likes both the leaves and stems of newly emerging canola plants. The standard seed treatments (Prosper® and Helix Vibrance®) are not as strong on striped flea beetles, so serious consideration should be given to upgrading the seed treatment especially on any early seeded canola. The most effective upgrade for striped flea beetles is Visivio®, a Syngenta product, that claims control of both striped and crucifer flea beetles with an SRP of $5.50 per acre. Lumiderm® by Dupont also claims to have enhanced striped flea beetle protection by lowering seedling damage by 33% with an SRP of $9.25 per acre. Lumiderm® is the only upgrade option available on Invigor® varieties whereas Visivio® can be requested on most Round-up Ready® and Clearfield® varieties. The last area I would like to cover is a quick reminder about some 2017 crop establishment issues that lingered throughout the season. The poor harvest conditions last fall/ this spring lead to situations of excessive trash, water-logged soils, compacted soils and difficult conditions to seed canola into resulting in some varied emergence and multi-staged stands in 2017. 2018 already looks less complicated. Bottom line - make sure you do your homework, ask lots of questions and seek out expertise to help you choose the right canola variety(s) for 2018. Now we can truly say there is a variety for every farm and every scenario. Submitted by Grant McCormick – Central Alberta Co-op formerly Parkland Fertilizers Lacombe

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ENVIRONMENT County establishes pollinator gardens to support bees This summer, the parks team established these pollinator gardens (pictured below) at Anderson Park, with the help of a $3,000 Community Naturalization Grant from Fortis Alberta. While they might not look it yet, these three areas will be transformed into a wildflower oasis next season, giving sanctuary to bees, butterflies and other pollinators. Our vision: To create a visually appealing, practical and a useful source for all of the pollinators in the area. With the disturbance of creating the park, we wanted a way to bring nature back to its new home. With the decline in pollinator’s in Canada, we knew we had to do our part to provide for this extremely important population. Background on importance of pollinator gardens: Pollinators are not only important for making our flowers in our yards look beautiful, they are the reason for the fruit, vegetables, nuts and much more that we get to eat every day. Although you may not see all of our pollinators in action, the bees, butterflies, birds, beetles and many more are just like us and need a roof over them and a food source. What is there now: Three beds have been created with

the trees and shrubs planted that are accompanied by vertical, horizontal and root snags, a walking path, seating areas and a dry stone creek. The snags have an important role being the shelter for some of our pollinators and perches for our birds. The dry stone creek not only acts as a visual appealing element, it is also meant to collect some rainfall for our pollinators to drink from and also for our butterflies to puddle in. What is to come: Spring 2018, the planting of the indigenous plant and perennials will take place. When plants were selected, we wanted to stay with the most native plants to this area as possible. Butterfly Hibernaculum (butterfly hotel) and pollinator hotels are to be built giving shelter to our pollinators, attracting all that is near.

Helping Make Energy Efficiency Affordable There are many technologies and practices farmers and ranchers can implement on their operations to reduce their energy footprint and protect (and possibly even increase) profit margins. Carbon emission reduction and energy sustainability can both be practiced while also running an economically sustainable farm.

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Increasing energy efficiency often requires an up-front investment in order to obtain equipment that will save energy and money. Unfortunately, the initial costs of energy efficient products can be prohibitive for some producers. The Government of Alberta, through Growing Forward 2 (GF2) a federal, provincial, territorial initiative, offers two incentive-based programs aimed at helping Alberta farmers and ranchers reduce energy consumption and thus costs.

The government has partnered with three grassroots organizations staffed with Energy Outreach Officers whose role is to promote the OFEMP and the OFSPV Program to Alberta communities. Energy Outreach Officers are available to attend community events, talk about energy efficient technologies, as well as answer questions about the OFEMP and OFSPV Program and explain the benefits of these programs to farmers and ranchers. The Outreach Officers are also more than happy to meet one-on-one with farmers and ranchers to help them find potential energy efficiency solutions for their operation. You can get in touch with your regional Outreach Officer by contacting your municipality, or by calling your regional representative directly.

The GF2 On-Farm Energy Management Program (OFEMP) and the GF2 On-Farm Solar Photovoltaic (OFSPV) Program offer farmers and ranchers the opportunity to become energy efficient by sharing the cost to purchase energy efficient or renewable technologies. These initiatives are intended to make energy efficient technology as affordable as current technology, making the environmentally friendly choice also the economically sensible choice. Eligible projects of OFEMP include: • Construction projects that install high-efficiency equipment from the program’s Funding List; • Retrofit projects that improve operation energy usage per unit of production; and • Installation of submetres to monitor on-farm electricity and/or natural gas usage.

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Eligible OFSPV systems must be: • Grid-tied, not off-grid;

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Approved under Alberta's MicroGeneration Legislation; Positioned to optimize sunshine and minimize shading; Have manufacturer-warranties on: Solar modules, Racking, Inverters and/or Micro-inverters; and Producing power that is used in the production of a primary commodity.

Regional Contact Information North-central Alberta, from the MD of Mackenzie down to Wetaskiwin County. Gateway Research Organization (GRO). Energy Outreach Officer – Kale Scarff Phone: (780) 307-7849 Email: [email protected] South-central Alberta, from Clearwater County to Cypress County. SouthGrow Regional Initiative. SouthEnergy Outreach Officer – Vern Steinborn Phone: (403) 894-0050 Email: [email protected] To learn more about the OFEMP and the OFSPV Program visit www. growingforward.alberta.ca


Keeping of Animals What districts allow for the keeping of animals?

The Agricultural District offers the greatest variety of agricultural opportunities which generally do not require a development permit from the County.

Can I apply to keep additional animals?

Additional animals may be considered on a discretionary basis if, in the opinion of the Development Officer, the site is suitable for such use and it is considered that the additional numbers would not create a nuisance for neighbouring property owners. A development permit is required in this case.

What about the Hamlets?

The keeping of livestock such as horses, cattle, pigs, donkeys, mules, sheep, goats, poultry or other exotic animals is prohibited in all of the Hamlet Districts.

Looking for more information?

If you have any questions or concerns related to the keeping of animals, or any development proposal it is recommended you contact the Planning and Development Department to discuss the County’s rules and Regulations. Planning & Development staff would be happy to meet with you to discuss the process and the type of information that would be required for your specific situation. For more information, to set up a meeting with Department staff, or to obtain an application for subdivision please contact the Planning and Development Department.

Outside of the Agricultural District the keeping of livestock is typically prohibited with the exception of the Country Residential District which allows for not more than a total of two of the following: horses, cattle, pigs, donkeys, mules, sheep, goats or exotic animals or alternatively, a total of twelve fowl or rabbits provided that the parcel of land is at least 1.20 ha (3 ac) or larger. Lots less than 1.20 ha (3 ac) in size are not permitted to keep livestock or poultry.

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Planning & Development SUBDIVISION & DEVELOPMENT ACTIVITY August 1, 2017 to August 31, 2017 Development Applications Received No.

File No.

Applicant (Landowner)

Legal Description

Proposed Development

Decision (otherwise pending)

1

114/17

Glenn Fraser (Gull Lake Holdings Ltd.)

Block C Condo Plan 102 2165 (DeGraff’s RV Resort)

Equipment Storage Shed

Approved

2

115/17

Kassies Dairy Ltd.

NW 15-40-27-W4M

Single Family Residence (Third Dwelling)

Approved

Dale Freitag

Manager of Planning Services

3

116/17

Harvey & Coby Brink (H & C Sprucelane Farms Ltd.)

SE 1-40-02-W5M

Single Family Residence (Replacement Dwelling)

Approved

4

117/17

Tel Flewelling (Glen & Wendy Flewelling)

SE 36-41-27-W4M

Single Family Dwelling

Approved

5

118/17

Daniel & Amy Sim

SE 9-41-24-W4M


Approved

6

119/17

Chad & Shannon Morrill

Lot 2 Block 1 Plan 172 1246 (Pt. SW 15-39-1-W5M0

Community Facility (Wedding Venue)

7

120/17

Herman & Rosalin Heck

Unit 130 Condo Plan 142 2139 (Sandy Point RV Resort)

Addition

Approved

8

121/17

Patrick Freeman

SW 29-41-1-W5M

Setback Relaxation

Approved

No.9

122/17 File No.

Marc Luc Bailly Applicant (Landowner)

10

123/17

Rocky Armstrong & Willy Pogadl

11

124/17

12

Anita O'Driscoll Senior Planner

Lots 1-4 Block 11 Plan 7159AI Legal Description (Hamlet of Mirror) Pt. SW 25-40-3-W5M

Single Family Residence

Approved

Gregg & Patricia Duckett

Pt. SW 35-41-27-W4M


Approved

125/17

Lacombe Fish & Game Assoc (Ken Atsinger)

Pt. NE 13-40-27-W4M

Community Facility (Indoor Target Range)

13

126/17

Roger Thiessen

Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 962 2486 9Pt. SW 14-40-4-W5M)


Approved

14

127/17

Jordan Schur (Orest & Mary Schur)

Pt. SE 22-40-27-W4M

Sign

Approved

15

128/17

Kevin Fair

Pt. SW 6-40-22-W4M

Home Based Business Renewal (Central Line Locating Inc.) Park Model

Approved

Park Model

Approved

16

129/17

Earl Jensen

17

130/17

Brad & Mary Church


Planner / Development Officer Planner / Development Officer

Approved Decision (otherwise pending)


Cajun Paradis Peter Duke

Outdoor Storage Proposed Development

Jesse McPhail

Planner / Development Officer

Charmaine Tootell

Planning Receptionist

Allison Noonan

Planning / Development Secretary

Public Notice

Assessment Inspection Notice

Subdivision Applications Received File No.


Legal Description

Proposed Subdivision


18

S-022-17

1150319 Alberta Ltd. (Lois W. McLennan and 1150319 Alberta Ltd.)

Pt. NW 28-39-27-W4 and Lot 1 Block 6 Plan 142 0565 (Pt. SW 28-39-27-W4M)

Fragmented & Consolidation

Approved

19

S-023-17

Geo Real Estate Corporation

Pt. SW 24-39-27-W4M

Residential (Sandhill Estates)

No.

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

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. Lacombe County Assessors will be reviewing all property assessments in Range 27 this summer. In addition to this, during the fall months 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.

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Larry Riep, A.M.A.A. Chief Assessor Lacombe County


Map of County Development Activity

Township Roads

16 38-4 129/17 17

130/17

27

ECKVILLE Kevin Fair

11 ó ô 766 ú ù

Earl Jensen

Brad & Mary Church

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TEES

12

25

50 ó ô

MIRROR

597 ú ù

JOFFRE

Approved

Park Model

Approved

Buffalo Lake 601 ú ù

12 ó ô

HAYNES

815 ú ù

Park Model

9

15 ALIX

Approved Approved

6

23

21 ó ô

CLIVE

ó ô

26

5

ú ù

815 Approved 21

BLACKFALDS 18 Sign

Home Based Business Renewal Pt. SW 6-40-22-W4MBlindman River (Central Line Locating Inc.) Unit 134 Condo Plan 142 2139 19, (Sandy Point RV Resort)

21-3 21-4 21-5

39-0

128/17

22-0

39-2

15

12

Single Family Residence 2 (Replacement Dwelling)

Sylvan Pt. SE 22-40-27-W4M Lake

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

Jordan Schur (Orest & Mary Schur)

14 39-4 127/17

22

20 ó ô

Lot 1 Block 1 Plan 962 2486 7, 16, 17 3 9Pt. SW 14-40-4-W5M)

23-0

Medicine River Roger Thiessen

ó ô

Community Facility LACOMBE (Indoor Target 14 Range)

2

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

13

GULL LAKE Pt. NEBENTLEY 13-40-27-W4M

24-0

ó ô

821 ú ù

Approved

2


24

Lacombe Fish10 & Game Assoc12 125/17Gabriel (Ken Atsinger) Lake 126/17

ú20 ù

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

40-0

ú ù

2A ó ô

11Residence Single Family

792

25-0

13

1

Decision (otherwise pending) MORNINGS IDE

ú ù

4

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

40-2

Proposed Development

Pt. SW 35-41-27-W4M

766

26-0

40-4

Gregg & Patricia Duckett

Gull Lake

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

771 ú ó ô ù

20

27-0

12

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

41-0

28-0

8 Pt. SW 25-40-3-W5M

Rocky Armstrong & Willy Pogadl

124/17

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

Legal Description

41-2

11

1-0


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

10 41-4 123/17

2-0

File No.

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

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

42-0

3-0

4-0

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

No.

Range Roads

11 ó ô

11 ó ô

Red Deer River

Subdivision Applications Received No.

File No.

20 18

S-024-17 S-022-17

21 19

S-025-17 S-023-17

22

S-026-17

Kenneth Poffenroth (Meinema Farms Ltd.)

23

S-027-17

Bemoco Land Surveying Ltd. (Van Drunen/Falkenberg)

Lot 8 Block 1 Plan 992 5755

Boundary Adjustment GULL LAKE

24

S-028-17

Vic Maxwell (Wesley Hawkings)

SW 5-41-1-W5M

Fragmented

25

S-029-17

Kenneth Poffenroth (Raoul Drost)

Pt. NW 14-40-26-W4M

Boundary Adjustment

26

S-030-17

Robyn & Maria Luft

NW 15-41-22-W4M

1st Parcel Out

27

S-031-17

Jack & Selma Saari

E 1/2 13-39-4-W5M

Fragmented

Proposed Subdivision

Pt.NENW 28-39-27-W4 and 13-41-28-W4M Lot 1 Block 6 Plan 142 0565 (Pt. SW 28-39-27-W4M)

1st Parcel Out Fragmented & Consolidation

PUBLIC INFORMATION SESSION

LINCOLN RANCH

Approved

Residential & Golf Course Development

Agricultural Residential (Sheep Farm) (Sandhill Estates)

Thursday, October 12, 2017 6:00-8:00 PM

Agricultural N.W. 1/4 Sec. 14, Twp. 41, Rge. 28, W.4M. (Custom Farming Business)

Powerpoint Presentation at 6:15pm Legend

Major Roadway Outline Plan Boundary

Lincoln Hall Hwy 792 between Twp Rd 412 and Twp Rd 414

Plan Area TWP RD 414

Lincoln Hall

DeGraff’s RV Resort

N.W. 1/4 Sec. 14, Twp. 41, Rge. 28, W.4M.

HAS YOUR ADDRESS CHANGED?

Lincoln Ranch For more information contact the County’s Planning & Development Department Gull at 403-782-8389 Lake Plan Area

Anita O’Driscoll Senior Planner

Dale Freitag Manager of Planning Services

If Canada Post has made a recent change Peter Duke your mailing address, please notify us!

Cajun Paradis to Planner/Development Officer

Planner/Development Officer

Contact Lacombe County by phone: 403-782-6601 Charmaine Tootell Planning Receptionist

GULL LAKE

or email: [email protected].

Wilson’s Beach Campground

TWP RD 412

Lincoln Developments invites you to drop in and learn about the Lincoln Ranch proposed residential and golf course development (Pt. NW 14-41-28-W4M). This is your opportunity to discuss the concept with the Project Team. We welcome your feedback and look forward to meeting you. A copy of the Draft Lincoln Ranch Outline Plan, together with supporting technical studies, are available on the County’s website (www.lacombecounty.com).

Wilson Beach Road (Twp Rd 41-2)

Jesse McPhail Planner/Development Officer

Allison Noonan Planning/Development Secretary FIGURE 1.0

Location Plan Lincoln Ranch

HWY Highway792 792

SE 3-41-25-W4M Pt. SW 24-39-27-W4M Pt. NE 18-40-27-W4M


Road 282 RGRange E RD 282

1150319 Alberta Ltd. Gerald & Hazel Matichuk (Lois W. McLennan and 1150319 Alberta Ltd.) Nick Lesher (Nathanael Christine Polson) Geo Real&Estate Corporation

Legal Description

Range Road 282


For more information, please contact: Shane Stafford | Stantec Consulting Ltd. Ph: 403.341.3320 [email protected]

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So long 2017: EBF How quickly August and the end of the 2017 season has passed us by. It was a busy month of August at Ellis Bird Farm with visitors and tours coming steadily every day, our second Pollinator Workshop, a Writer's Retreat, our ever-popular Knee High Naturalist mornings. The daily and weekly flow were punctuated by the annual Bug Jamboree and Closing Day festivities. We are grateful to the TD Friends of the Environment Foundation for supporting the Bug Jamboree, BIoBlitz and pollinator initiatives. August was also a month of many generous donations, for which we are very grateful. • We received a donation of 30 decorated birdboxes from Gerry Hannigan. • Ann Currie and her team at Red Deer Home Depot donated a pallet of sunflower seeds to Ellis Bird Farm. We also owe a big thanks to Ron Biel for picking up and delivering the seeds back to the farm. • Diane Cote of Red Deer donated a hand-painted feeder and thermometer holder to Ellis Bird Farm. • Kerry Wood Nature Centre generously shared some of the bird seed that was donated to them from Peavey Mart. We will use this seed in our feeders over the winter. Closing Day went off without a hitch, with an informative presentation on

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Purple Martin migration patterns by researcher Alisha Ritchie, who just recently graduated with a MSc from the University of Manitoba. Alisha started out as a student at Ellis Bird Farm, then did her research on the Ellis Bird Farm martins. For the 16th year, the Golden Music Makers provided the Closing Day entertainment and their sweet sounds were deemed eminently danceable by young and old alike! We also raffled off several items that have been on display all summer, including a quilt sewn by board member Barb Shepherd. We are very grateful to Barb, who is a Lacombe County Councillor as well as an EBF board member, for the donation of the quilt. The quilt was won by Jessica Masko of Edmonton. Other raffle winners were Carol Hagel (plate donated by Lorraine Neal) and Al Racey (bird feeder donated by Botha Hutterites). With the conclusion of the last public days of the season at EBF, what remained was clean up of the site, proper cleaning of the Purple Martin houses and inventory of the gift shop. Now that these tasks are completed and our summer students (Jeremy Fowler, Sarah Ritchie, Kayla Godkin and Tobyn Neame) have returned to University, the EBF site is quiet for another autumn. Thanks for making our 35th season and celebration of Canada's 150+ a wonderful success.


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This Month’s BLOG

Tourism News

Are you from the Central Alberta region (Blackfalds / Red Deer / Innisfail / Sylvan Lake regions) & looking to refresh your customer service skills? Then we have a day planned for you! The objective of this workshop is to improve the level of customer service experienced by local and visiting consumers, which result in economic growth. This particular workshop is a newly designed "hybrid" session that proves beneficial to both front line and supervisory staff. October 3/17 9-3pm at the Quality Inn Red Deer For more information or to register call Tourism Red Deer 403-346-0180

Upcoming Events & Festivals

Vintagebelle’s Antiques and Collectibles

Join Lacombe Tourism for the 6th annual

Lacombe Culture and Harvest Festival! The festival consists of over 50 events and occurs throughout Lacombe over a 3 day weekend! New this year, the addition of the Central Alberta Film Festival and the Lacombe Downtown Block Party! Artisan displays & demonstrations, markets, exhibits, food & drink, family fun and so much more! For a full listing of events and festival schedule go to www.lacombetourism.com

Members of Lacombe Regional Tourism since 2014, Vintagebelle’s specializes in Barbie’s and accessories, gems and jewelry, home décor and textiles although you never know what you will find when you stop by for a visit. The unique set up of the shop and of Belle’s Kitch will make you glad you stopped by! Make sure you visit their website at www.thevintagebelle.com to see what is new and what is on clearance! Located at 5014-50th Street, Lacombe

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 September 15, 22, 29, October 6 9am-1pm Lacombe Farmers Market

September 24

October 1

October 13

Gary Moe Sportsplex

10am-5pm Prairie Fibre Festival

11am-4pm Mom 2 Mom Event

5pm Stephen Hardy Palmer

September 16 & 17

Lacombe Memorial Centre

Lacombe Memorial Centre

St. Andrew’s United Church

Punisher Canadian Finals

September 28

October 1

Tail Creek Raceways

6:30pm-9pm Community Warmth Fall Fundraiser

12pm-4pm Fun on the Ranch

September 17 9am-1pm Lacombe Legion Breakfast Bryon Greff Memorial Hall September 17 9am Pancake Breakfast Alix Community Hall September 21 2pm-7pm Blackfalds Community Centre Unveiling Blackfalds Community Centre

Blackfalds Community Centre September 29, 30, October 1 Culture & Harvest Festival City of Lacombe September 30 10am Bill Nielsen Trail Run City of Lacombe October 1 9am Pancake Breakfast Alix Drop-In Centre

Flying Cross Ranch October 3 Create an Experience Workshop Tourism Red Deer October 6 6pm-9pm Youth Night Out Blackfalds Multi-Plex Arena October 7 11am-12pm Road to Worlds Fundraiser West End Soccer Pitches

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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Requirements for Voter Identification LOCAL AUTHORITIES ELECTION ACT (Sections 12, 35, 46, 53)

Local Jurisdiction: LACOMBE COUNTY, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that an election will be held for the filling of the following offices: Office COUNTY COUNCILLOR COUNTY COUNCILLOR COUNTY COUNCILLOR



Voting will take place on the 16th day of October, 2017, between the hours of 10 AM and 8 PM. Voting stations will be located at:

Lacombe County is hiring! Lacombe County is looking for a full-time Truck Driver. This position performs a variety of maintenance and repair services to the County roads and adjacent public property for the safety and convenience of the public. The successful candidate will be responsible for hauling and spreading gravel along County roads, hauling water for dust control, transporting equipment, and maintaining good condition of the roads during the winter months by sanding, salting and snow ploughing the roads. Please forward your resume by October 6, 2017 to [email protected] or fax 403-782-3820.

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Alix Community Hall (5008 - 49 Avenue, Alix) Haynes Hall (Haynes Rd.) (SE 4-39-24-W4)

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Gull Lake Hall (25 Lakeview Avenue, SV Gull Lake) Lincoln Hall (Sec. Hwy. 792, Lincoln Rd.) (NW 24-41-28-W4) Blackfalds Community Hall (4810 Womacks Rd., Blackfalds)

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Rainy Creek Hall (Rainey Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4) (NE 32-39-1W4) Forshee Hall (RGE RD 2-0) (NE 25-41-2-W4) Blindman Valley Ag Centre (5202 – 51 Street, Bentley)

In order to vote you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be: (a) one piece of photo identification with name and address issued by a Canadian government whether federal, provincial, local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and his or her name and current address, or (b) one piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act (Alberta) with name and address as required by section 53(1)(b)(i) of the Local Authorities Election Act. For a complete list of Voter Eligibility Identification Requirements please visit www.lacombecounty.com. DATED at Lacombe County in the Province of Alberta, this 20th day of September 2017.

For a full job description and application details, visit our website: www.lacombecounty.com.

Michelle Eadie, Returning Officer [email protected] 403.782.6601 www.lacombecounty.com

www.lacombecounty.com Joffre Site NOTICE OF ADVANCE VOTE and REQUIREMENTS FOR VOTER IDENTIFICATION

Community Open House

LOCAL AUTHORITIES ELECTION ACT (Sections 74 & 53) Local Jurisdiction: LACOMBE COUNTY, Province of Alberta Notice is hereby given that an advance vote will be held for the filling of the following offices: Office COUNTY COUNCILLOR COUNTY COUNCILLOR COUNTY COUNCILLOR



Advance voting will take place on: MONDAY, OCTOBER 2, 2017 BETWEEN THE HOURS OF 2 PM AND 8 PM

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Wednesday, October 11, 2017 • 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. “Drop in to Chat” • 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Presentation / Discussion

The advance voting stations will be located at: RAINY CREEK HALL Rainy Creek Rd. and RGE RD 1-4 (NE32-39-1-W5) LACOMBE COUNTY OFFICE Rural Address: 40403 RGE RD 27-4 (Intersection of Highway 12 and Spruceville Road (RGE RD 27-4) 2.5 miles West of QEII Highway and Highway 12 overpass West of Lacombe) ALIX COMMUNITY HALL 5008 – 49 Avenue, Alix In order to vote you must produce identification for inspection. The identification must be: (a) one piece of photo identification with name and address issued by a Canadian government whether federal, provincial, local, or an agency of that government, that contains a photograph of the elector and his or her name and current address, or (b) one piece of identification authorized by the Chief Electoral Officer under the Election Act (Alberta) with name and address as required by section 53(1)(b)(i) of the Local Authorities Election Act. For a complete list of Voter Eligibility Identification Requirements please visit www.lacombecounty.com. DATED at Lacombe County in the Province of Alberta, this 20th day of September, 2017.

Michelle Eadie, Returning Officer [email protected] 403.782.6601 www.lacombecounty.com

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At Haynes Hall

Agenda:

(Travelling east on Highway 11, turn north (left) on Range Road 244 for 3.3 km to Township Road 390. Cross over 390 and take first left into parking lot of Haynes Hall.)

• Get business and facility operations updates

Refreshments will be served.

We hope to see you there!

• Review 16th Annual Environmental Report to our community and upcoming renewal of operating approval • Provide your input and suggestions Celebrating together... Canada’s 150th


Public Open Public OpenHouse House Public Open House Thursday October 19, 2017 at 1:00 pm

Thursday October at 1:00 1:00pm pm Thursday October19, 19,2017 2017 at At The The Nursery NurseryGolf Golf&&CC CC At 41101 Range Rangeroad road27-0 27-0Lacombe Lacombe County 41101 County

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PUBLIC NOTICE: Red Deer River Hazard Study 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. 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. 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 ruth.desantis@gov. ab.ca, or by phone at (403) 355-2493.

The City of Lacombe invites you to attend the

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Event details at lacombe.ca or facebook.com/CityofLacombe Hungry? Tailgate BBQ from 2-6 p.m. proceeds going to Minor hockey Jo’s Kitchen will also be open in the sportsplex!

We invite you to a Public Open House to discuss The Nursery Golf & CC plan to rezone approximately land toHouse Recreational District located We invite you 160 to aacres PublicofOpen to discuss The“PR”, Nursery Golfat&SW CC 7-41-26-W4M, plan to rezone within Lacombe160 County. approximately acres of land to Recreational District “PR”, located at SW 7-41-26-W4M, within Lacombe County. The property is currently zoned as Agricultural ‘A’ District under the County’s Land Use Bylaw, and is home to TheisNursery Golf & CC. development proposal is to the rezone the property to Bylaw, and The property currently zoned asThe Agricultural ‘A’ District under County’s Land Use Recreational ‘P-R’ District,Golf to facilitate the addition of a 31proposal site fullyisserviced RVthe Park. is home to The Nursery & CC. The development to rezone property to Recreational ‘P-R’ District, to facilitate the addition of a 31 site fully serviced RV Park. Please join us to provide input on the proposed development. We welcome your feedback and look forward to meeting you. A copy of the draft development concept plan together Please join us to provide input on the proposed development. We welcome yourwith feedback and supporting technical studies is available for viewing on the County’s website at: look forward to meeting you. A copy of the draft development concept plan together with www.lacombecounty.com supporting technical studies is available for viewing on the County’s website at: www.lacombecounty.com If you are unable to attend, wish to provide additional comments, or require further information, please don’t hesitate to contact: If you are unable to attend, wish to provide additional comments, or require further information, Karl Dillman please don’t hesitate to contact: 403-782-5400 Karl Dillman [email protected] 403-782-5400 Box 5210 [email protected] Lacombe, AB Box 5210 Lacombe, AB

Volunteer Opportunity! Community Services is looking to assist a family in finding a volunteer to occasionally take a family member to dialysis. Equipped van is supplied and you can shop in Red Deer or visit family/friends while the individual is at the hospital. Appointments are Monday, Wednesday & Friday. Volunteer needs to be able to drive 10 miles west of Town, pick up individual and van. Leaving approximately 11 am and back around 6 p.m. Can you give a day, a month, or week? Drivers Abstract will be required. Please call 403-748-2160 to leave your name and number for the family if you are interested. The hope is to gather a pool of volunteers - many hands make light work!

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Parallels between Choosing Wisely and Sustainability Last month, Karla Prins Wyld introduced us to Choosing Wisely. Read more about the program and its benefits. ~ Submitted by Karla Prins Wyld, RN BScN MN When we first launched Choosing Wisely Alberta, five priorities guided by Choosing Wisely Canada recommendations were agreed upon as a starting point for improvement. They were imaging for low back pain, imaging for minor head trauma (concussion), imaging for chronic headache, blood transfusion, and vitamin D testing. From there, with implementation of numerous recommendations exploding into all places care is delivered (primary care clinics, acute care, specialty practices, and long term care), Alberta is arguably cited as a leader in the nation in identifying and implementing ways to reduce unnecessary tests, treatments, and procedures. An example of a Choosing Wisely Canada recommendation is: Don’t order lumbosacral (low back) spinal imaging in patients with non-traumatic (car crash, fall from height, etc.) low back pain who have no red flags/pathologic indicators. Red flags are clinical features identified through a complete focused history and physical examination. In the case of low back pain they may include cauda equina syndrome, weight loss, history of cancer, fever, night sweats, chronic use of corticosteroids, chronic use of illicit intravenous drugs, patients with first episode of low back pain over 50 years of age and especially over 65, abnormal reflexes, loss of motor strength or loss of sensation in the legs. Imaging (x-ray, computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI)) can pose risks. X-rays and CT scans expose you to radiation, which can increase cancer risk. Harm from unnecessary care varies greatly and some examples are patient inconvenience, patient anxiety, and medication side-effects, to dealing with false positives, encountering incidental (something uncovered that is unrelated to the issue) findings, exposure to unnecessary radiation, and contributing to antibiotic resistance. There are harms

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with every healthcare intervention, and minimizing the harms, while carefully considering your options will help when weighing the pros and cons. Asking What are the risks? is a simple and effective question to ask your care provider when faced with decisions about procedures. As Choosing Wisely Alberta has become introduced in schools of medicine, family physician clinics, specialist practices, and laboratories over the past 3+ years, the time came to develop a more structured patient engagement branch of the program. In January, I began my formal role of Patient Leader to dedicate more of a intentional effort to building relationships with patient groups in the province, recruit Choosing Wisely Alberta Patient Ambassadors, collect patient stories, and work to expand awareness of the initiative across the province through written work, and presentations. We now have five Choosing Wisely Alberta Patient Ambassadors who work alongside me in their respective health zone (There are five health zones in the province: North, Edmonton, Central, Calgary, and South) to connect with patient and interest groups, and generally spread the word about the program. The Patient Ambassadors share a common belief in responsible stewardship of health resources, are dedicated individuals who are driven to improve the quality of the care we can expect, and are well connected in various community and provincial groups. They value the More is Not Always Better motto of Choosing Wisely. When I read reports about our healthcare system, I frequently come across descriptions that mention it currently operating at an unsustainable rate. Sustainable means “pertaining to a system that maintains its own viability by using techniques that allow for continual reuse” (Dictionary.com). Perhaps this is where the unmistakable arrival in my current role comes in. I think about agriculture and the deliberate intention to operate in a sustainable way; true stewards of resources, and I can’t help but think about the similarities. Farmers are inherently problem

solvers, and resourceful diversifiers; always seeking to improve efficiency and yield. It reminds me of a story from when I was in fourth grade. We were learning about being environmentally responsible citizens and my teacher initiated a contest for our class. We were asked to bring in as many items from home as we could that complied with the (then 3 Rs) Reduce, Reuse, Recycle approach. This was homework help my dad (Ralph) was keen to help me with. Usually homework help always came from my mom (Joanne), as she was gifted in reading, writing, and ruminating, while my dad had dyslexia and was limited in his ability to read and write. We set out to gather samples of all the things that fit the requirements of the contest, and the farm held a plethora of things! In all I had over 50 items I took to class and blew the competition away (My prize was a helium filled balloon tethered by a big bag of jelly beans that I don’t remember sharing). Now that I reflect on those lessons from early childhood, I can understand another piece of who I am. Acknowledging that each patient situation is unique, the Choosing Wisely Canada recommendations are meant to be used to frame the conversation about what is appropriate, and necessary treatment. Materials to help patients and families understand the benefits

and risks in treatment decisions (40+ patient pamphlets) are available from Choosing Wisely Canada, along with educational posters, and videos to learn more. An excellent guide to help both patients and physicians systematically work through options and talk about test, treatment, and procedure decisions is the Four-Questions to Ask Your Healthcare Provider tool (available from me in wallet cards). You can use this tool in your next health provider visit, and ask them if they know about Choosing Wisely. If you would like to explore more, the NEW Choosing Wisely Canada website www.choosingwiselycanada.org is an excellent resource. For your mobile devices, the Choosing Wisely Canada app (iPhone & Android) is a easy way to search all of the 205+ Choosing Wisely Canada recommendations by specialty/ body system or keyword (I like to use it as an “Icebreaker” and ask my health providers and other patient advisors if they know about this handy resource). If you are a social media user, check out the Choosing Wisely Canada Facebook page, as well as @ChooseWiselyCA on Twitter to stay up to date on new recommendation releases, and learn about how you can become more involved in the conversation with your health provider. When engaging with people, I always refer to the health care system as YOUR healthcare system, because you have a share in it. As a taxpayer, you have a say in how your money is allocated, and improvements can be made from the seemingly smallest single acts. I draw these parallels between agriculture and health care because I see an opportunity to ignite people in my community to share their innovative and resourceful practices, and become engaged in decisions that affect us all. For more information about Choosing Wisely Alberta, to request a presentation for your group, or to comment on content in this article, please contact Karla Prins Wyld [email protected] 403-3969173


COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS August 10, 2017 REDESIGNATION OF LAND BYLAW NO. 1248/17 PUBLIC HEARING A public hearing was held for Bylaw 1248/17, which would amend Lacombe County Land Use Bylaw No. 1237/17 to change the zoning of approximately 4.04 hectares (10 acres) on Lot 2, Block 1, Plan 992 4793 from Agricultural “A” to Heavy Industrial “IHI” District. Bylaw 1248/17 was given second and third reading by Council and so passed. LACOMBE COUNTY GUIDE TO STORM WATER MANAGEMENT FACILITIES By resolution, Council endorsed the Stormwater Management Facilities: Lacombe County’s Guide to Development Stormwater Management Facilities. The Guide has been developed to provide developers with direction on the County’s best practice standards for storm water management. BURBANK AREA LOCAL PLAN The Burbank Area Local Plan was previously overridden by the adoption

of the Lacombe/Blackfalds Rural Fringe Area Structure Plan which is a statutory plan adopted by bylaw in February 2008. Council approved the cancellation of the Burbank Area Local Plan. ENHANCED POLICING POSITION – BLACKFALDS RCMP DETACHMENT Council endorsed the Memorandum of Understanding with the RCMP to govern the supervision and administration of the Enhanced Policing Position being funded by Lacombe County for the purpose of a Plain Clothes Investigator within the General Investigation Section unit of the Blackfalds RCMP detachment. CAO AGREEMENT Council approved the CAO employment agreement with Tim Timmons, to be effective January 1, 2018 upon the retirement of Terry Hager. 2018 BUDGET MEETING DATE The 2018 budget meeting will be held on November 30, 2017 commencing at 9:00 a.m.

2018 ORGANIZATIONAL MEETING DATE The 2018 organizational meeting will be held on October 24, 2017 following the 2017 Municipal Election.

minor changes to ensure that the policies and information provided are consistent and correctly reference the new Municipal Development Plan (MDP) and Land Use Bylaw (LUB).

ORGANIZATIONAL REVIEW OF LACOMBE COUNTY By resolution of Council, the County Commissioner was directed to provide a report addressing the recommendations contained within the Organizational Review of Lacombe County; and further, that the draft report be presented at a future Council meeting.

BYLAW 1249/17 – RETENTION AND DISPOSITION OF LACOMBE COUNTY RECORDS Bylaw No. 1249/17, a bylaw of Lacombe County to provide for regulations and procedures for the retention and disposition of Lacombe County records and information was given first, second and third reading by Council and so passed.

BYLAW 1257/17 – SYLVAN LAKE AREA STRUCTURE PLAN AMENDMENTS Bylaw No. 1252/17, a bylaw of Lacombe County for the purpose of amending the Sylvan Lake Area Structure Plan (ASP) was given first reading by Council and approval to hold a public hearing on September 14, 2017 commencing at 9:00 a.m.

BYLAW 1250/17 – FREEDOM OF INFORMATION & PROTECTION OF PRIVACY ACT (FOIP) Bylaw No. 1250/17, a bylaw of Lacombe County regarding the designation of a head and establishment of fees in respect of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FOIP) was given first, second and third reading by Council and so passed.

The Sylvan Lake ASP is the first of a number of County plans which require

COUNCIL HIGHLIGHTS LONG RANGE ROAD CONSTRUCTION SCHEDULE Council approved the long-range road construction schedule for 2018-2023 as presented. GIMLET ROAD UPGRADES Council received a report on the Gimlet Road (Range Rd 4-3) for information; and requested that the upgrading of the Gimlet Road (Range Rd 4-3) be identified as a possible item for discussion when negotiating Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework with Clearwater and Ponoka County, who share portions of the road. REQUEST FOR CLOSURE OF ROAD ALLOWANCE The report on the status of the road closure for Road Plan 172 0912 was received for information. This plan was to be designated as municipal reserve, with plans to develop it as a future public trail. The request to close the road was submitted to Alberta Transportation, who asked the County to put the application on hold until they determine if they need that right-of-way for a future road expansion project.

August 24, 2017

LACOMBE WEST SERVICING PROJECT AGREEMENTS Council reviewed the report regarding the Joint Economic Area west of the QEII, a request from their April 13, 2017 meeting, and approved the following: • City of Lacombe and Lacombe County Joint Economic Area Servicing Agreement • City of Lacombe and Lacombe County Capital Project Contribution Agreement • North Red Deer River Water Services, City of Lacombe and Lacombe County Memorandum of Understand. RECREATION MILL RATE Following a request from Council at the June 6, 2017 meeting, a report was presented on recreational funding procedures used by other rural municipalities with regard to capital funding and operational funding, as well as the tax rate allocated to recreation operation and capital costs. Council accepted the Recreation Funding Report for information.

TOWN OF BLACKFALDS– STORM WATER PROJECT Further to the County’s request for information on alternatives for dealing with the Northwest Area Storm System runoff, delegates from the Town of Blackfalds spoke to the challenges of pumping the storm water to the Blindman River, or for interbasin transfer. The presentation was accepted for information. TOWN OF BLACKFALDS – CIVIC FACILITIES DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY Delegates from the Town of Blackfalds updated Council on their proposed Civic Facilities Development Strategy and Master Plan, to provide County Council with insight on the plan. Council accepted the presentation for information. SANDY POINT PETITION A delegation representing the 57 lot owners of Sandy Point RV Resort presented a petition to Council requesting Lacombe County complete improvements on Range Road 1-1. Council passed the following recommendations:

1. That Council accept the petition for the improved maintenance on Rge Rd 1-1 for information 2. 2. That Council direct the County Commissioner to provide notice to Delta Land Co. pursuant to Section 3.4 of the development agreement that the Delta Land Co. provide an unconditional and irrevocable letter of credit in the amount of $1,747,413 to fund the first 75 mm lift of Rge Rd 1-1 as the average traffic counts on Rge Rd 1-1 are now exceeding the specified 400 vehicles per day. ALBERTA DOWNS UPDATE The new owners of Alberta Downs introduced themselves to Council to discuss the property and potential uses. JUST FREEHOLD ENERGY Brad Murray, president of Just Freehold Energy, presented Council with a tax payment proposal to address its 2017 taxes. Council referred the 2017 property tax proposal to the County Commissioner for review and preparation of a recommendation for Council’s consideration at a future meeting.

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AROUND THE COUNTY

Haynes Hall Events Harvest Supper Haynes Hall October 18th, 2017 Opening at 5 p.m.

Business and Community Awards Gala Nominees and Awardees The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Award Recipients for the following award categories. Citizen of the Year: Ellen Corea

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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Lifetime Achievement: Irene Prins Farm Family of the Year: Ko Bruning and family The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the Award Recipients for the following award categories. The Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the top three finalists in the category of ‘People’s Choice for Customer Service’ Scott Beauclair and Darryl Deutsch – Napa Auto Parts Katelyn Keddy – Soapy’s Car and RV Wash Jason Burns – Cilantro & Chive The winner will be announced at the Gala. At this year’s event, attendees will experience ‘Canada, 150 ago’ with a vintage theme celebrating our country’s sesquicentennial birthday. Musical guests will be Jo-Jo O and the Woods. Nominees and awardees will be recognized at the 2017 Business & Community Awards Gala on Saturday, October 21, 2017 at 5:30 pm at the Lacombe Memorial Centre. Tickets cost $75/ each or $500 per table and are on sale for the general public at the Lacombe and District Chamber of Commerce office, 6005-50th Ave, Lacombe, open 8:30 am to 4:30 pm or on our website at www.lacombechamber.ca To purchase tickets or for more information, please call 403.782.4300.


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Local youth harvests the old fashioned way! Carson Ebeling, 13, is a man on a mission. For the past three years, Carson has been adding to his fleet of vintage farm equipment. This year, he rented 17 acres of land near his home and used his equipment to seed and harvest barley on the land. Farming has always been an interest to Carson, who was a member of the Nebraska 4H Beef club. Using money that he saved from doing odd jobs and from selling his 4H cattle for beef, he has quite a collection, which includes: • a seed drill from 1929 • a 1950s Super W6 Interna-

tional tractor • a 1968 Massey Ferguson swather • a 1973 Massey Ferguson 410 combine - which he purchased this year • a 1962 Massey Ferguson Super 92 combine With the support of his family, Carson has spent hours fixing these machines with his dad. His brothers also helped him at harvest time. Looking to the future, Carson has no plans to slow down and has plans to grow canola next year.

THE MAIN GALLERY & FRAMING 5240 45 ST(BESIDE DOLLARAMA)

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

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

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General Toll Free from Eckville and Ponoka

403.357.1770

After Hours Emergency Answering Service

403.357.1210

Administration Fax

403.782.3820

Public Works Fax

403.782.5356

For Service Requests, see our website - or phone the switchboard at 403-782-6601

Senior Administration Terry Hager, County Commissioner

403.304.6373 (c)

Tim Timmons, Manager of Corporate Services

403.896.0346 (c)

Phil Lodermeier, Manager of Operations

403.304.0401 (c)

Dale Freitag, Manager of Planning Services

403.304.0213 (c)

Keith Boras, Manager of Environmental & Protective Services

403.318.3311 (c)

Council

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Rod McDermand, Division 1

403.747.2131

403.318.1503

Brenda Knight, Division 2

403.788.2168

403.550.2168

Barb Shepherd, Division 3

403.340.9724

Paula Law, Division 4

403.784.3803

403.348.1755

Ken Wigmore, Division 5

403.782.2593

403.588.1222

Keith Stephenson, Division 6

403.748.2431

403.350.4940

Dana Kreil, Division 7

403.746.3607

403.358.9400