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All 13 Edmonton Metro Region Mayors commit to working together on new Collaborative Economic Development initiative

Having signed a memorandum of understanding, effective April 12, 2021, all 13 regional Mayors are demonstrating a commitment to work in partnership on developing a new, innovative and scalable model with the Collaborative Economic Development (CED) initiative. 

The initiative will advance additional economic opportunities for Edmonton Metropolitan Region partners through projects targeting new, non-residential growth and jobs beyond individual municipal boundaries. Economic development is the...

Town Allows Temporary Outdoor Patios and Canopy/Tents for Restaurants

With the recent re-implementation of Step One COVID-19 restrictions, the Town has taken steps to ensure restaurant owners can safely serve the public with outdoor dining spaces. The restrictions have once again limited food industry businesses to take out and outdoor dining. Indoor dining is currently prohibited.

In response, restaurant owners can now set up temporary outdoor patios on private property. Land Use Bylaw 2576/LUO/17 Section 1.3.2. exempts temporary outdoor patios from requiring development...

2021 Municipal Election Call for Workers

The Town is now hiring workers for the 2021 Municipal Election. Election workers are paid positions open to anyone 18 years and older.

All workers must be able to attend a training session in preparation for the election. Election workers will commit to working Election Day on October 18, 2021 from 8AM to approximately 10PM. Opportunities to work Advanced Voting Station will also be available.

Advanced Voting Stations will be open on the following days:

• October 7
• October 8
• October 12
• October 14

Regular Council Meeting Highlights for April 12, 2021

Tri-Municipal Regional Plan Update

Council was joined by Tantus Solutions for a presentation and update on the Tri-Municipal Regional Plan (TMRP) last night. In January of 2019, the Town, the City of Spruce Grove, and Parkland County signed a letter of intent signalling their commitment to working together for regional prosperity. Since the signing, work has progressed on the TMRP with the aim to improve governance, service delivery, fiscal capacity, and economic prosperity for the benefit of the...

Town Responds to Oil Contamination at North Business Park

Alberta Environment informed the Town of an oil contamination in the North Business Park on April 7 at approximately 2PM. A used oil drum placed by an unknown source was found leaking into a nearby creek west of Lions Campground.

Alberta Environment identified the incident as an Environmental Disaster requiring immediate action. On April 7, booms were placed in the creek and the culvert blocked to prevent any oil travelling north west passed the Lions Campground. Environmental consultants were on...