COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA April 24, 2018 (to follow MPC Meeting)

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1 COUNTY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA April 24, 2018 (to follow MPC Meeting) Page 1.0 CALL TO ORDER 2.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA 2.1 Additional Agenda Items 3.0 MINUTES MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday, April 10, Questions/ matters arising from the minutes. 4.0 ADMINISTRATION REPORTS 5.0 DELEGATIONS / PRESENTATIONS 6.0 REPORTS Tax Rate and Minimum Tax Bylaw introduction of the bylaw for setting the 2018 tax rates and continuation of the minimum tax payable Amendment to Bylaw 2011/28 Community Aggregate Payment Levy consideration of an amendment to the Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw No. 2011/28 to increase the levy rate from $0.25 per tonne of aggregate to $0.40 per tonne of aggregate Annual Appointment of Weed/Pest Inspectors recommendation to appoint Weed and Pest Inspectors for Red Deer County for the 2018 season Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee - Funding Request consideration of a request for a financial contribution toward the costs of medical equipment proposed for the new Advance Ambulatory Care Service facility in the Town of Sylvan Lake. 7.0 DEVELOPMENT APPLICATIONS & REPORTS NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extension for a conditionally approved subdivision of a 6.07-hectare (15-acre) parcel containing a farmstead Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7, Potential Page 1 of 64

2 Page County Council Meeting Meeting Agenda, April 24, 2018 Future Land Use map of the C&E Trail Area Structure Plan (ASP), Bylaw No. 3/94, by changing the W Pt of NW (Division 3) from SubArea A, Agricultural, to SubArea C, Proposed Country Residential Development Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW (Division 6) application for first reading to a bylaw to amend Figure 7, Land Use Concept Map, of the Burnt Lake Area Structure Plan (Bylaw No. 2017/3) by changing a portion of these lands from Light Industrial / Commercial to Country Residential SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a proposed Local Area Structure Plan (Junction 42 LASP). 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS - No hearings scheduled 9.0 IN-CAMERA SESSIONS 9.1 Negotiations, FOIP Section 25(1)(c) 10.0 COMMITTEE REPORTS 10.1 Reports from individual Councillors for meetings attended since April 11, NOTICES OF MOTION / COUNCIL CONCERNS 12.0 ADJOURNMENT Page 2 of 64

3 Minutes of a Regular Meeting of County Council RED DEER COUNTY April 10, CALL TO ORDER The regular meeting of Red Deer County Council was held in the Council Chambers of the Red Deer County Centre located at Rge Rd 275, Red Deer County, Alberta, and was called to order by Mayor J.J. Wood at 10:13 a.m. PRESENT: Mayor J.J. Wood, Deputy Mayor P.J.R. Massier, Councillors J.M. Bota, D.J. Depalme, C.R. Huelsman, R.R. Lorenz and C. Moore. STAFF PRESENT: County Manager C. Herzberg, Corporate Services Director H. Surkan (attended during the morning session only), Planning and Development Services Director D. Dittrick, Operations Services Director M. Campbell, Community and Protective Services Director D. Brand and Legislative Services Administration M. Duley and N. Lougheed. Planning/Development administration in attendance for development applications: R. Barr and R. Schapansky. 2.0 APPROVAL OF AGENDA CC Moved by Councillor C.R. Huelsman to approve the agenda as submitted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 3.0 APPROVAL OF MINUTES CC Moved by Councillor J.M. Bota to approve the minutes of the March 27, 2018, regular meeting of County Council as submitted. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.0 REPORTS Audited Financial Statements recommendation to approve the 2017 Audited Financial Statements as at December 31, CC Moved by Councillor C. Moore to approve the 2017 Audited Financial as at December 31, 2017, as presented. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 6.2 Closure of Road Plan 3468R, SW (Division 1) Lan Manager B. Boomer reported on the application to close and consolidate an undeveloped Road Plan within this quarter section to create one parcel of land. CC Moved by Councillor P.J.R. Massier to approve the closure of the following road plan for the purpose of consolidating it with the SW with the resolution to be forwarded to Alberta Minister of Transportation for approval: Road Plan 3468R, All of Road, Lying within SW , Containing HA (1.445 acres) more or less, Excepting thereout all mines and minerals. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday, April 10, Page 3 of 64

4 County Council Minutes of April 10, Agricultural Plastics Recycling Pilot Program Lacombe County and Ponoka County Agriculture Services Manager C. McIntosh reported on the recommendation to enter into an agreement with Lacombe County and Ponoka County to implement and provide a three-year pilot Agricultural Plastics Recycling Program serving the three municipalities. CC Moved by Councillor J.M. Bota to approve Red Deer County entering into a letter of understanding with Lacombe County to initiate an Agricultural Plastics Recycling Pilot Program, to authorize the County Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the County and to amend the 2018 operating budget to reflect the $6,920 proposed cost for this initiative with the funds to come from contingency. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 10.0 COMMITTEE REPORTS Councillors reported on meetings they have attended on behalf of Red Deer County since March 7, IN-CAMERA SESSIONS CC Moved by Councillor C.R. Huelsman that the County Council meeting go in-camera, Time: 11:31 a.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY Negotiations - FOIP Section 25(1)(c) and Legal Matter - FOIP Sections 24(1)(c) and 25(1)(c) CC Moved by Councillor P.J.R. Massier that the County Council meeting come out of camera, Time: 12:15 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9.1 Proposed Land Purchase CC Moved by Councillor D.J. Depalme to approve the purchase of the two parcels of land subject to the terms as presented and to authorize the County Manager to execute the necessary documents relative to these purchases on behalf of Red Deer County. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY 9.2 Sylvan Lake Regional Wastewater Commission CC Moved by Councillor R.R. Lorenz that Red Deer County approve the 2018 Business Plan dated March 27, 2018, as presented by the Sylvan Lake Regional Wastewater Commission and agree to the rates for wastewater services and the allocation of expense as set out in the Plan. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY CC Moved by Councillor R.R. Lorenz that Red Deer County recognizes the need to adopt a current Business Plan to support the request of the Sylvan Lake Regional Wastewater Commission to the Minister of Municipal Affairs to extend the Debt Limit of the Commission to enable the Commission to proceed with the development of the Primary Transmission System, and agrees to consider an interim version of the 2018 Business Plan dated March 27, 2018, for the purposes of enabling the Primary System Project to move ahead on the understanding that the outstanding issues among the Members that have arisen from the existing 2015 Business Plan will be addressed as part of a comprehensive review of the Business Plan to be undertaken over the next few months. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday, April 10, Page 4 of 64

5 County Council Minutes of April 10, Recess: 12:22 p.m. Reconvene: 1:30 p.m. 8.0 PUBLIC HEARINGS A listing of the person who attended and spoke at the public hearing is attached and is considered to be a part of these minutes. The public hearing commenced closed at 1:37 p.m. 8.1 Bylaw No. 2018/5 a bylaw to amend Figure 7, Potential Future Land Use map of the C&E Trail Area Structure Plan (ASP), Bylaw No. 3/94, by changing a portion of NE (Division 3) from SubArea B, River Valley, to SubArea C, Proposed Country Residential Development. CC CC Moved by Councillor P.J.R. Massier that Bylaw No. 2018/5 be given second reading. CARRIED Mayor Wood, Councillors Depalme, Huelsman, Lorenz and Massier in favor Councillors Bota and Moore opposed Moved by Councillor P.J.R. Massier that Bylaw No. 2018/5 be given third and final reading. CARRIED Mayor Wood, Councillors Huelsman, Lorenz and Massier in favor Councillors Bota, Depalme and Moore opposed 12.0 ADJOURNMENT CC Moved by Councillor C.R. Huelsman that the County Council meeting adjourn. TIME: 1:58 p.m. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY MAYOR COUNTY MANAGER MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday, April 10, Page 5 of 64

6 County Council Minutes of April 10, PUBLIC HEARING SPEAKERS Bylaw No. 2018/5 a bylaw to amend Figure 7, Potential Future Land Use map of the C&E Trail Area Structure Plan (ASP), Bylaw No. 3/94, by changing a portion of NE (Division 3) from SubArea B, River Valley, to SubArea C, Proposed Country Residential Development. Persons who spoke to the bylaw: Kathy Tabler and Steve Ramsay. Correspondence received and distributed prior to the hearing: Allan Hough MINUTES of the regular County Council Meeting held Tuesday, April 10, Page 6 of 64

7 Date: April 13, 2018 April 24, 2018 Report No. 6.1 ADMINISTRATIVE REPORT To: From: Subject: County Council Corporate Services 2018 Tax Rate & Minimum Tax Bylaw PURPOSE To recommend to County Council approval of the 2018 Tax Rate & Minimum Tax bylaw. BACKGROUND Please find attached the draft bylaw outlining the total taxable assessments by class for 2018 municipal, educational and seniors housing taxation. In addition, the bylaw highlights the recommended tax rates for municipal purposes, seniors housing, designated industrial property requisition and the provincially prescribed education rates. This bylaw also gives the municipality authority to levy a minimum tax. ALTERNATIVES 1. Grant first reading of the 2018 Tax Rate and Minimum Tax bylaw based on budgetary needs and the market changes in assessment. 2. Provide direction to Administration with regard to other possible options for 2018 taxation rates. DISCUSSION As you are aware, 2018 taxes are based on 2017 property assessment values. Overall, there is an increase in our assessment values from the prior year. Approximately two thirds of the increase is related to new growth, with over 80% of the new growth coming from residential new builds. The remainder of the growth is within Commercial or Industrial (most in Gasoline Alley). Both Machinery and Equipment and Linear assessment classifications shrunk from the prior year. Inflationary increases affected Residential (0.68%), and the Commercial and Industrial (1.68%) assessments. Again most of the valuation increases in Commercial occurred in Gasoline Alley. Administration is recommending an increase to Non-Residential tax rates for 2018 by one mill and to the Community Services Levy by 0.2 mills. Red Deer County has increasing needs for urban-type standards and with that comes higher costs for infrastructure. In comparing with our urban neighbours, these rates are still considered on the lower end. In 2018, we have a significant capital program to ensure that services levels remain strong for our business and residents. Recreation agreements with neighbouring municipalities are expected to increase based on provincial requirements for Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks (ICF), justifying an increase to the Community Services Levy Tax Rate and Minimum Tax Bylaw introduction of the bylaw for sett... Page 7 of 64

8 With regard to levies, Administration is recommending that Council consider the following tax rates. Protective Services (same as 2017); Community Services ( ) Environmental Services (same as 2017) The base municipal tax rates are proposed as follows: Farmland (same as 2017) Residential (same as 2017) Non- Residential ( ) As you are aware, the Province requires municipalities to levy property taxes on their behalf, Alberta School Foundation Fund, based on our assessment values. Those rates have changed from 2017, due to an increase in the total provincial requisition (up $100, %). Residential & Farm Education tax rate is ( ) and Non Residential tax rate is ( ). Seniors Housing Levy reflects the requisition that we are charged by the Parkland Seniors Foundation. Based on calculations from their requisition, administration is recommending that the Seniors Housing levy rate be for this year. New this year is a provincial requirement to include a Designated Industrial Property (DIP) levy in our tax rate bylaw. This levy is done on behalf of the Province of Alberta and covers the cost to administer the new DIP program. As you may recall, the new Municipal Government Act centralized all DIP assessment. The legislated DIP requisition rate is By way of a minimum tax, Administration would like to continue to eliminate the tax notices for under $25 as they are a burden on staff time. We are legislated to levy all applicable property regardless of the amount to maintain equity. A minimum tax levy of $25 will cover the administration costs of providing the tax notices to County property owners. RECOMMENDATIONS It is Administration s recommendation that the 2018 draft Tax Rate and minimum tax bylaw be given first reading, with 2 nd and 3 rd reading to be scheduled for May 8, 2018, Council meeting, in order to allow for public input and for Administration to levy taxes in a timely manner to fund 2018 budget priorities. Prepared by: Heather Surkan Director of Corporate Services Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager 2018 Tax Rate and Minimum Tax Bylaw introduction of the bylaw for sett... Page 8 of 64

9 BYLAW NO. 2018/-- (Tax Rate & Minimum Tax Bylaw) A BYLAW OF RED DEER COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, TO AUTHORIZE THE SETTING OF SEVERAL RATES OF TAXATION IMPOSED FOR ALL PURPOSES FOR THE 2018 YEAR. WHEREAS, the total levy requirements of Red Deer County as shown in the estimates for 2018 are as follows: MUNICIPAL EXPENDITURES: - Debenture Debt $ nil - Various other municipal purposes 87,598,762 GENERAL MUNICIPAL TOTAL $ 87,598,762 ALBERTA SCHOOL FOUNDATION FUND: - Public - Residential & Farmland $ 8,992,491 - Public - Non-residential (Including Linear) 8,458,740 - Red Deer Opted-Out Jurisdictions - Residential & Farmland 525,944 - Red Deer Opted-Out Jurisdictions - Non-residential 452,886 WHEREAS, the total assessment of land, buildings and improvements are as follows: Farmland $ 162,925,840 Residential land and improvements 3,551,028,390 Commercial and industrial lands and improvements 1,440,199,150 Machinery and equipment 299,365,920 Linear 873,620,680 Grant-in-lieu Commercial and industrial lands and improvements 46,205,610 Grant-in-lieu Farmland 184,290 Grant-in lieu Residential 6,265,640 $ 6,379,795,520 WHEREAS, the estimated revenue other than from taxation and grants-in-lieu of taxation is: $ 40,904,315 AND WHEREAS, the rates hereinafter set out are deemed necessary to provide the amounts required for all purposes, after making the allowances for the amounts of taxes which may reasonably be expected to remain unpaid. NOW THEREFORE, by virtue of the powers conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, R.S.A. 2000, as amended, the Council of Red Deer County enacts as follows: (1) THAT assessed property shall be classified as residential, farmland, machinery and equipment and non-residential property and that assessed property could include farm residences. (2) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy the following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all non-residential property including commercial, industrial, linear and machinery and equipment as set out in the assessment and tax roll: General Municipal Non-Residential Property mills on the dollar 2018 Tax Rate and Minimum Tax Bylaw introduction of the bylaw for sett... Page 9 of 64

10 (3) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy the following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all residential property and vacant residential property as set out in the assessment and tax roll: General Municipal Residential Property mills on the dollar (4) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy the following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all farmland as set out in the assessment and tax roll: General Municipal Farmland Property mills on the dollar (5) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy the following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements subject to taxation for the Alberta School Foundation Fund, as set out in the assessment and tax roll: Residential and Farmland General Residential & Farmland - Opted-Out Jurisdictions Non-residential - General Non-residential - Opted-Out Jurisdictions mills on the dollar mills on the dollar mills on the dollar mills on the dollar (6) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy a tax on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements as set out in the assessment and tax roll: Protective Services Levy mills on the dollar (7) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy a tax on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements as set out in the assessment and tax roll: Community Services Levy mills on the dollar (8) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy a tax on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements as set out in the assessment and tax roll: Environmental Levy mills on the dollar (9) THAT the County Manager be and he is hereby authorized and required to levy a tax on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements as set out in the assessment and tax roll: Seniors Housing Levy mills on the dollar (10) THAT the County Manager be and is hereby authorized and required to levy the following tax rate on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements subject for taxation for Designated Industrial Property (DIP) as set out in the assessment and tax roll: Designated Industrial Property Requisition Levy mills on the dollar (11) THAT the County Manager be and is hereby authorized to levy a well drilling equipment tax upon all equipment used to drill wells for which a license is required under the Oil and Gas Conservation Act, in accordance with the tax rates established in the Well Drilling Equipment Tax Rate Regulation Tax Rate and Minimum Tax Bylaw introduction of the bylaw for sett... Page 10 of 64

11 (12) THAT the County Manager be and is hereby authorized to levy a minimum property tax on the assessed value of all land, buildings, and improvements as set out in the assessment and tax roll at $ FIRST READING: SECOND READING: THIRD READING: MAYOR Date Signed: COUNTY MANAGER Date Signed: 2018 Tax Rate and Minimum Tax Bylaw introduction of the bylaw for sett... Page 11 of 64

12 April 24, 2018 Report No. 6.2 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 5, 2018 Memo To: From: Subject: Red Deer County Council Corporate Services Amendment to Bylaw 2011/28 Community Aggregate Payment Levy PURPOSE To request Council s approval of an amendment to the Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw No. 2011/28 to increase the levy rate from $0.25 (twenty-five cents) per tonne of aggregate to $0.40 (forty cents) per tonne of aggregate. This change is proposed to take effect on July 1, 2018 (proposed amending bylaw attached). Current Bylaw No. 2011/28 is available at the following link: nt%20(cap)%20levy.pdf BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION Changes to the Municipal Government Act (MGA), specifically the Community Aggregate Payment Levy Regulation, allowed for a $0.15 increase to the Community Aggregate levy, which could have adopted effective January 1, This proposed increase is the first levy rate increase that has been provided since the inception of the original provincial regulation. Red Deer County introduced its community aggregate levy on January 1, In December 2017, in anticipation of a levy increase, Red Deer County received a request from the Alberta Sand & Gravel Association (ASGA) to consider a delay in implementing the increase to allow industry time to prepare (copy attached). Discussions have occurred with representatives of ASGA, and they are aware of the County s proposal to implement a rate increase effective July 1. Adopting the proposed bylaw amendment will provide the aggregate producers with a formal two months notice, which will provide them time to make an adjustment for proposed rate increase in future bids if required. The intent of the levy is to allow municipalities to offset some of the extra wear and tear on road infrastructure that gravel trucks contribute to. In 2017, Red Deer County s aggregate levy provided approximately $170,000 to support road maintenance. ALTERNATIVES 3.1 Adopt the bylaw to amend the Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw 2011/28 to increase the Levy Rate effective July 1, 2018, as noted in the attached bylaw. Amendment to Bylaw 2011/28 Community Aggregate Payment Levy considerat... Page 12 of 64

13 3.2 Give first and second reading to the Bylaw at this time, with the Bylaw to be brought back for further consideration at a future date. 3.3 Refer the bylaw for further information. 3.4 Not adopt the bylaw which will result in the Rate Levy remaining at $0.25 per tonne of aggregate. RECOMMENDATIONS That Council give first and second reading to the bylaw to amend the Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw No. 2011/28 to increase the Levy Rate effective July 1, 2018, as noted in the attached bylaw, and, to allow time for public input, the bylaw to be included on the May 10 agenda for further consideration. Prepared by: Heather Surkan Director of Corporate Services Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager Amendment to Bylaw 2011/28 Community Aggregate Payment Levy considerat... Page 13 of 64

14 BYLAW NO. 2018/-- A BYLAW OF RED DEER COUNTY, IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA, FOR THE PURPOSE OF AMENDING THE COMMUNITY AGGREGATE PAYMENT LEVY BYLAW NO. 2011/28 Pursuant to the authority conferred upon it by the Municipal Government Act, the Council of Red Deer County hereby enacts that Bylaw No. 2011/28, Community Aggregate Payment Levy Bylaw, be amended as follows: 1. Section 6, Uniform Levy Rate amend Section 6.1 to increase the levy rate per tonne of aggregate from $0.25 (twenty-five cents) to $0.40 (forty cents). 2. This bylaw comes into effect on July 1, FIRST READING: SECOND READING: THIRD READING: MAYOR Date Signed: COUNTY MANAGER Date Signed: Amendment to Bylaw 2011/28 Community Aggregate Payment Levy considerat... Page 14 of 64

15 Mayor Jim Wood December 21, 2017 Mayor Wood, The Ministry of Municipal Affairs recently introduced regulatory changes to the Community Aggregate Payment Levy (CAPL) maximum, increasing it to $0.40 per metric tonne. This was done without notifying the ASGA or its members of the regulatory change. This was not discovered by our organization until December 6 th, just weeks before the regulatory changes would take effect. As you are aware, commerce in aggregates largely uses bids, constructed as much as six months ahead of the project. A sudden change in CAPL would render numerous projects across the province economically unviable and potentially endanger aggregate projects and businesses across the province, including in your members communities. To enable the aggregates industry to properly prepare for this cost increase, I would kindly ask you to recommend to your municipality to delay increases to the CAP Levy until July 1 st, This would give aggregate producers the needed time to alter future bids. As a generalization, it is worth noting that 2/3 of CAPL revenue is generated in the 3 rd and 4 th quarters of the calendar year in most municipalities. The loss of revenue would be minimal, but the economic stability and aggregate supply security would outweigh that loss in most cases. For clarity, we are only asking for the delay in collecting the increase in CAPL, not the existing $0.25 per tonne levy. Thank you for your consideration. Please inform us if your municipality requires further information. Regards, Dale Soetaert, President Suite 308, Jasper Ave Edmonton, AB T5J 1V9 Phone: Fax: info@asga.ab.ca Amendment to Bylaw 2011/28 Community Aggregate Payment Levy considerat... Page 15 of 64

16 April 24, 2018 Report No. 6.3 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 11, 2018 Memo To: From: Subject: County Council Agricultural Services Annual Appointment of Weed/Pest Inspectors 1.0 PURPOSE - Recommend appointment of weed/pest inspectors for Red Deer County for the 2018 season in accordance with the Alberta Weed Control Act and the Alberta Agricultural Pests Act. 2.0 BACKGROUND - Section 7(1) of the Weed Control Act states A local authority shall appoint inspectors to enforce and monitor compliance with this Act within the Municipality. Section 10(1) of the Agricultural Pest Act states The local authority of a municipality shall appoint a sufficient number of inspectors to carry out this Act and the regulations within the municipality. 3.0 SUMMARY - This request is for an action to fulfill the County s normal annual provincial requirement to appoint sufficient weed/pest inspectors to carry out municipal responsibilities under the Weed Control Act and the Agricultural Pests Act. Any employees appointed as either weed and/or pest inspectors are appointed only until termination of employment from Red Deer County. As the County normally hires weed/pest inspectors on a seasonal basis, this appointment is required each year. 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS - Appointment of seasonal staff members Caleb Scott, Jessie Bailey, Erin Cressey, and Jenny Zaiser and full-time staff member Victoria Adolf as inspectors pursuant to Section 7(1) of the Weed Control Act and Section 10(1) of the Agricultural Pests Act, commencing April 24, 2018, until termination of employment. Prepared by: Roland Krusi Assistant Agricultural Services Manager Reviewed by: Marty Campbell Operations Services Director Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager Annual Appointment of Weed/Pest Inspectors recommendation to appoint W... Page 16 of 64

17 April 24, 2018 Report No. 6.4 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 16, 2018 Memo To: From: Subject: County Council Legislative Services Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee Funding Request 1.0 PURPOSE consideration of a request for Red Deer County to contribute funding toward the cost of equipment for the Sylvan Lake Advanced Ambulatory Care Service facility. 2.0 BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION - after years of work, a group of Sylvan Lake and area citizens and municipal elected officials were successful in lobbying Alberta Health Services for an enhanced health care facility in the Town of Sylvan Lake. In January 2017, Health Minister Sarah Hoffman announced that the Town would be receiving an Advance Ambulatory Care Service (AACS) facility to be located in the Sylvan Lake Community Health Clinic. It is anticipated that the facility will be open for patients on Monday, June 4, with the grand opening tentatively scheduled for mid June. Red Deer County has provided its support of this endeavor as follows: March 15, 2011 Letter of support from the County for an enhanced care facility for Sylvan Lake and area residents; May 7, $2000 contribution toward the costs of creating a business plan for an Urgent Care Facility in the Town of Sylvan Lake; and December 1, 2015 continued support with Councillor Lorenz being appointed to the Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee (SLAUCC) and providing another letter of support from Red Deer County. At the January 23, 2018, meeting of the SLAUCC, the following request was made to Red Deer County: The physicians identified a couple pieces of medical equipment that would be required to resuscitate / stabilize patients with life threatening conditions from the time of triage upon arrival of EMS for transfer. Any contribution towards these essential items would be greatly appreciated! Est Cost Item Qty 30, Physiological Monitor with Micro Stream Capnography used for continuous Cardiac, Blood Pressure, End Tidal C02 Monitoring Capability for patients with cardiac / respiratory conditions awaiting EMS transfer 1, Laryngoscope (handheld w/disposable blades) used in examining the interior of the larynx through the mouth; used to manage advanced airways $31, Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee - Funding Request considera... Page 17 of 64

18 A listing of funds that have been committed to this facility by other organizations and municipalities is as follows: Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee (SLAUCC) - $203,500 toward costs of medical equipment ordered by Alberta Health Services Town of Eckville - $18,000 from the hospital memorial fund for an ECG machine Red Deer Elks - $1,800 for an obstetric Doppler SLAUCC - $5,000 for Advanced Ambulatory Care Service (AACS) training for staff and doctors Province of Alberta - $2.1 million for annual operating costs Province of Alberta - $2.5 million to build the facility Annual Golf fundraiser started in 2012 and continues to raise the most funds for the Committee Health Care Services normally fall within the jurisdiction of Alberta Health Services; however, in recent years, Red Deer County has provided support of the following Health Care initiatives: May $40,000 toward the costs of the Delburne Medical Centre January $2 per capita funding ($36,702) to Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) for 2017, with continued annual funding approved in the 2018 budget Past 15 years or more annual funding of $1,500 to the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation for either the Festival of Trees or the former Cattle Round-Up fundraisers. 3.0 ALTERNATIVES 3.1 Council determine and approve a level of funding it deems appropriate and amend the 2018 budget to that effect. 3.2 Refer decision on the request for additional information. 3.3 Deny the request for funding 4.0 FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS if approved, a contribution has not been allocated within the 2018 budget. As a result, an amendment to the budget will be required and the approved amount could be taken from contingency. 5.0 RECOMMENDATIONS Council determine the level of support it deems appropriate for this funding request, and, if funding is approved, amend the 2018 budget to reflect the amount approved coming from contingency. Prepared by: Nancy Lougheed Legislative Services Manager Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager Sylvan Lake and Area Urgent Care Committee - Funding Request considera... Page 18 of 64

19 April 24, 2018 Report No. 7.1 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 24, 2018 Memo To: From: Red Deer County Council Planning & Development Services Subject: NE / Hectares ( Acres)/ AG District / Division 1 / File Number S PURPOSE To consider granting a one (1) year time extension for a conditionally approved application for subdivision of 6.07 hectares (15 acres) from hectares ( acres) within the NE , Zoned Agricultural District (AG). 2.0 SUMMARY The subdivision was approved on May 9, On March 27, 2018, Planning and Development Services received a subdivision approval extension application requesting a one (1) year time extension. The Applicant has one (1) year from the date of subdivision approval to ensure that the conditions are met and the subdivision is endorsed. Section 657(6)(a) of the Municipal Government Act indicates that Council may extend an approval of a subdivision if the conditions of approval have not been met within the one (1) year time period. The Applicant has indicated that due to the market conditions and the current economy, they are requesting an additional year to fulfill the conditions. If approved, the extension would be granted until May 9, ALTERNATIVES: a) Approve the request for the time extension of one year; b) Postpone the request; or c) Deny. NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 19 of 64

20 4.0 RECOMMENDATIONS: Approve the application for a one (1) year time extension, with an expiry date of May 9, 2019, for a conditionally approved subdivision application of 6.07 hectares (15 acres) from hectares ( acres) on NE , zoned Agricultural District (AG). Prepared by Francoise Joynt Development Officer Reviewed by Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by Curtis Herzberg County Manager NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 20 of 64

21 SCHEDULE A ADJACENT LANDOWNER REFERRAL LETTER April 5, 2017 File: S «Owner» «Address1»«Address2»«Address3» «City», «Province» «Postal» Dear Landowner: RE: SUBDIVISION, NE W4M As an adjacent landowner, this letter is being sent to inform you that Red Deer County has received a subdivision application for the subdivision of 6.07 hectares (15.0 acres) from the NE W4M, zoned Agricultural District (AG). Red Deer County appreciates your feedback at this time. If you have any comments or concerns regarding this proposal, please submit them in writing by quoting File: S , prior to May 5, Your comments will be included with the administration report when this application is considered by the Municipal Planning Commission. Please note: Red Deer County Administration is not able to respond, on an individual basis to feedback received. Should you require further information or clarification on this application, please contact our office between 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Monday to Friday at Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) is an open meeting to the public and you are welcome to attend. Sincerely, Red Deer County Francoise Joynt Development Officer referrals@rdcounty.ca NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 21 of 64

22 APPLICATION DETAILS: Purpose of Application: To consider the subdivision of 6.07 hectares (15.0 acres) from hectares ( acres) of Agricultural District land within the NE W4M. Proposed Land Use / Lot Description: The proposed subdivision would be considered the first parcel to be subdivide from the quarter section. The proposed subdivision contains a dwelling and several out buildings. Access to the property is from Township Road 381A. Surrounding Land Use / Environmental Considerations: Surrounding lands are zoned as Agricultural District and used for agricultural purposes. The quarter section is fragmented by the Red Deer River. Statutory Document Information: The proposed subdivided land is located within the Red Deer Canyon Environmentally Significant Area. The proposed subdivided land is not located within an Intermunicipal Development Plan nor an Area Structure Plan. The proposed subdivision conforms to the criteria set out within the Municipal Development Plan. NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 22 of 64

23 SCHEDULE B LAND LOCATION MAP NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 23 of 64

24 SCHEDULE C LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 24 of 64

25 SCHEDULE D SITE PLAN NE (Division 1) application to grant a one-year time extensi... Page 25 of 64

26 April 24, 2018 Report No. 7.2 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 24, 2018 Memo To: From: County Council Planning & Development Services Subject: Bylaw No. 2018/4 - Amend Calgary and Edmonton Trail Area Structure Plan / W Pt NW W4M / Division 3 / ASP PURPOSE: To consider granting second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2018/4 that proposes to amend the Calgary and Edmonton Trail Area Structure Plan (ASP), Bylaw No. 3/94, as follows: Amend the Potential Future Land Use map (Figure 7) by changing the future land use indicated for the subject parcel described as the W Pt of NW W4M from SubArea A - Agricultural to SubArea C Proposed Country Residential Development (see Schedule A); and 2.0 SUMMARY The triangular shaped subject parcel is located southwest of the intersection of C & E Trail and Township Road 374, about 400 metres east of the Red Deer River (refer to Schedule B & C). It is located approximately 6 km from the City of Red Deer. A mixture of multi-lot country residential and agricultural land uses surround the subject parcel. First reading to Bylaw 2018/4 was granted on February 6, A public hearing for the Bylaw was held on March 27, 2018, and Council s decision was to refer decision pending receipt of additional information and clarification with regard to comments heard during the public hearing in relation to the following: o erosion, o storm water drainage and proposed sewer systems; o the number of potential dwellings (properties) that could be located on the property; and o odour complaints received in relation to the Confined Feeding Operation. Administration is not aware of any erosion problems on the subject parcel. Erosion typically occurs on lands adjacent to a water course. In this case, the subject land is separated by the quarter section at NE W4M. The Red Deer River is approximately 400 metres on the north boundary and about 545 metres on the south boundary. There is a difference of 31 metres in elevation between the river and the Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 26 of 64

27 subject parcel. In addition the river is bounded by an escarpment 400 metres away from the subject parcel. Administration is aware of storm water drainage issues east of the C & E Trail within SE W4 which is located south of the subject parcel. The County s Municipal Development Plan requires water and sewer systems to be communal systems in areas where regional lines are proposed; however, if this could not be met, the County may consider individual private systems. This would be determined at the land use bylaw amendment (re-districting/rezoning) and/or subdivision stages of the development process. The subject land is approximately ha (54 ac) in size and could potentially have a range of 12 to 37 multi-lot country residential parcels in conformance with the County Residential District (R-1) lot size standards assuming there are no physical or manmade constraints to the development. Lastly, Administration referred the application to the NRCB, the agency responsible for processing CFO development permits, prior to first reading of the Bylaw and no comment was received. Administration consulted with the NRCB regarding Council s question about odour complaints posed at the public hearing. The NRCB received 12 odour complaints since January 2016 for the existing CFO in the area; however, Administration was unable to obtain information on the sources of those complaints. The Minimum Distance Separation (MDS) as determined by the (NRCB, 2015), for the CFO was determined to be a Category 2 at 670 metres (0.77 expansion factor). Recent communication with the NRCB confirms this. The subject parcel is outside of the 670 metre prescribed setback distance (see Schedule D for an estimate of the 670 metre MDS radius). There are two categories that the NRCB uses where lands zoned for different scales of residential concentration would apply. Category 2 applies to the setback distance to residences on land zoned for non-agricultural purposes (i.e. country residential, rural commercial business). However, a much farther setback is applied, Category 4 of 1,340 metres, for lands zoned for large scale country residential, rural hamlet, village, town or city. To date, there is no definition supplied for small or large scale country residential development in the Agricultural Operations Practices Act and Regulation. This would have to be determined at the re-zoning and subdivision application stage of development. County Municipal Development Plan Policy states that The County shall not approve the rezoning of lands to a residential district located within the MDS of an existing or approved CFO as contained in the Regulations for the Agriculture and Operations Practices Act. Since the intent of the application is to develop the subject parcel into a future country residential development, Policy would apply at a later stage of the development process (i.e. land use bylaw amendment). 3.0 ALTERNATIVES: a) Grant second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2018/4 that proposes to amend the Calgary and Edmonton Trail ASP Figure 7 as stated in Section 1.0 of this report. b) Refer decision on second reading to the Bylaw pending receipt of further information as requested by Council; or c) Deny Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 27 of 64

28 4.0 RECOMMENDATION: Dependent on Council s decision relative to the information received either: 1. Grant second and third readings to Bylaw No. 2018/4, a bylaw to amend the Calgary and Edmonton Trail ASP Figure Refer decision on second reading to the Bylaw pending receipt of further information as requested by Council. Prepared by: Richard C. Moje Planner Reviewed by: Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 28 of 64

29 SCHEDULE A PROPOSED AMENDMENT PROPOSED ASP AMENDMENT FOR SUBJECT PARCEL: W PT NW W4M: FROM SUBAREA A TO SUBAREA C Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 29 of 64

30 SCHEDULE B W PT NW W4M LOCATION MAP Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 30 of 64

31 SCHEDULE C LAND LOCATION (W PT NW W4M) AERIAL MAP Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 31 of 64

32 SCHEDULE D MINIMIMUM DISTANCE SEPARATION (MDS) FROM SPRUIT FARMS FOR LOW AND HIGH DENSITY COUNTRY RESIDENCE 5 MDS = 670 m 1 2 SPRUIT FARMS LTD. PT SE W4M 3 4 SUBJECT PARCEL: W PT NW W4M Approximate minimum distance separation radius of 670 m. Check with NRCB for most accurate information Bylaw No. 2018/4 further consideration of this bylaw to amend Figure 7... Page 32 of 64

33 April 24, 2018 Report No. 7.3 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 24, 2018 Memo To: From: Subject: County Council Planning & Development Services Amend Burnt Lake Area Structure Plan/ Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW W4M / Division 6 / ASP PURPOSE To consider granting first reading to a proposed Bylaw to amend the Burnt Lake Area Structure Plan (Bylaw No. 2017/3), as follows: Amend the Land Use Concept Map (Figure 7) for the area indicated in Schedule C from Light Industrial/ Commercial to Country Residential; and To set a public hearing date for May 22, SUMMARY The intent of the application is to change the parcel s future land designation to Country Residential within the Burnt Lake Area Structure Plan. The Burnt Lake Area Structure Plan identifies the parcel within the Land Use Concept Map, Figure 7, as Light Industrial/ Commercial. The parcel is currently zoned Agriculture. The parcel is triangular in shape surrounded by multiple land use districts including Business Service Industrial, Medium Industrial, Agricultural, and Commercial Recreation. The parcel is bound by Cameo Lake and the City of Red Deer to the north, Burnt Lake Business Park to the east, Township Road 384 to the south, and a small agricultural parcel to the south west. The subject parcel is located within the City of Red Deer s Municipal Growth Area of the City of Red Deer and Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan. Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW (Division 6) application... Page 33 of 64

34 The applicant intends to create a multi-lot country residential development utilizing Cameo Lake as a natural amenity; existing tree stands will provide a natural buffer from Burnt Lake Business Park. 3.0 ALTERNATIVES a) Grant first reading to a proposed Bylaw to amend the Burnt Lake ASP Figure 7 as stated in Section 1.0 of this report; OR b) Refer decision on the application pending further information; or c) Deny. 4.0 RECOMMENDATION: Grant first reading to a proposed Bylaw to amend the Burnt Lake Area Structure Plan in accordance with Alternatives 3 (a); and Set the public hearing date for May 22, Prepared by: Rebecca Schapansky Assistant Planner Reviewed by: Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW (Division 6) application... Page 34 of 64

35 SCHEDULE A LAND LOCATION MAP Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW (Division 6) application... Page 35 of 64

36 SCHEDULE B LAND LOCATION AERIAL MAPS Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW (Division 6) application... Page 36 of 64

37 SCHEDULE C PROPOSED AMENDMENT LOCATION AERIAL MAP From: Light Industrial/ Commercial To: Country Residential Lot 17, Block 1, Plan , SW (Division 6) application... Page 37 of 64

38 April 24, 2018 Report No. 7.4 ADMINISTRATION REPORT Date: April 24, 2018 Memo To: From: County Council Planning & Development Services Subject: Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan / SW & SE W4M / Division 3 / ASP PURPOSE To consider granting first reading to a Bylaw to adopt a proposed Local Area Structure Plan (Junction 42 LASP) as per the attached Schedule C; and To set a public hearing date for June 10, SUMMARY The purpose of the Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan is to provide a general land use planning framework for the subdivision and development of SE & SW W4M including the first phase of development that involves the creation of a large commercial area located adjacent to Highway 42, directly north of the intersection west of Highway 2. The Plan area encompasses approximately 118 hectares (291 acres) of land located 9.5 kilometers south of the City of Red Deer, directly adjacent to the boundary of the Town of Penhold and within an area north and west of the Highway 2 & 42 overpass. The LASP is located within the District 2 & 42 Major Area Structure Plan which envisions the development of a mix of commercial and industrial land uses within the proposed Plan area. 3.0 ALTERNATIVES a) Grant first reading to a Bylaw to adopt the Junction 42 Local Area Structure as presented in the attached Schedule C; and Set public hearing date for June 10, b) Refer decision on the application pending further information; or c) Deny. SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 38 of 64

39 4.0 RECOMMENDATION Grant first reading to the proposed Bylaw and set the public hearing date as stated in Alternatives 3 (a). Prepared by: Ron Barr Long Range Planning Manager Reviewed by: Dave Dittrick Director of Planning & Development Services Reviewed by: Curtis Herzberg County Manager SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 39 of 64

40 SCHEDULE A JUNCTION 42 LOCAL AREA STRUCTURE PLAN LOCATION Plan Area SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 40 of 64

41 SCHEDULE B LAND USE CONCEPT SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 41 of 64

42 SCHEDULE C JUNCTION 42 LOCAL AREA STRUCTURE PLAN Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan Red Deer County Planning & Development Services Bylaw No. XXXXXX Adopted: XXX, 2018 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 42 of 64

43 TABLE OF CONTENTS 1.0 INTRODUCTION Purpose SITE CONTEXT Location Site Characteristics POLICY CONTEXT Municipal Government Act Town of Penhold/Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan Red Deer County Municipal Development Plan District 2 & 24 Major Area Structure Plan Economic Development Strategy GENERAL PRINCIPLES LAND USE CONCEPT POLICY DIRECTION General Policies Commercial Light Industrial Medium Industrial Water, Waste Water & Storm Water Drainage Franchise/ Shallow Utilities Transportation Municipal and Environmental Reserves Oil & Gas Infrastructure IMPLEMENTATION Interpretation Phasing Land Use Bylaw Amendments Pre-Development Review Plan Amendments LASP Plan Review Financial/Budgetary Considerations 16 Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 2 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 43 of 64

44 List of Figures Figure 1 Location Map 4 Figure 2 Plan Area & Surrounding Land Uses 17 Figure 3 Topography 18 Figure 4 General Features 19 Figure 5 Regional Waste Water Line 20 Figure 6 Land Use Concept 21 Figure 7 Transportation Plan 22 Figure 8 Phasing 23 Tables Land Use Summary 10 Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 3 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 44 of 64

45 1.0 INTRODUCTION 1.1 Purpose The purpose of the Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan is to provide a general land use planning framework for the subdivision and development of SW W4M (hereto referred to as SW 5), and SE W4M (hereto referred to as SE 5) including the first phase of development that involves the potential creation of a large, transportation oriented, commercial area located adjacent to Highway 42, directly north of the first major intersection west of Highway SITE CONTEXT 2.1 Location The Plan area is roughly 118 hectares (291 acres) in size and is located approximately 9.5 km south of the City of Red Deer, directly adjacent to the Town Penhold, and northwest of the Highway QE 2 and 42 interchange. Plan Area Figure 1: Location Map Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 4 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 45 of 64

46 2.2 Site Characteristics Plan Area and Surrounding Land Uses The Plan Area is currently comprised of two large agricultural zoned parcels or quarter sections one of which includes a farmstead residence (see Figure 2). The majority of the adjacent lands are used for agricultural purposes and are zoned accordingly. There are two parcels to the west that are located within the Town of Penhold which have been developed for industrial uses. There is also a parcel located north of the SW 5 that is currently zoned DCD and used for the storage of recreational vehicles. Topography The topography varies fairly substantially across the two quarter sections (see Figure 3). The SE 5 is divided into three distinct cultivated areas each of which are separated by two well defined drainage channels that cross the quarter section and direct water from the south east and east boundaries to the northwest portion of the property. The SW 5 is somewhat flatter than the SE 5 with a shallow channel area beginning near the center of the southern boundary and running diagonally across the south west corner of the quarter section. Drainage The entire Plan area generally slopes in a northwesterly direction from the highest point located at the southeast corner of SE 5 to the lowest point in the northwest corner of SW 5. The difference in elevation between the highest and lowest areas across both quarter sections is approximately 33 m. Soils Based on the information provided by Alberta Agriculture and Forestry Department, soils within the area are described as a mix of well drained orthic black chernozem and some poorly drained orthic humic gleysol soils. The majority of the soils have a Land Suitability Rating of 3(HT)(6)-4T(2)-5W(2) which translates loosely to roughly 60% Class 3 soils, 20% Class 4 and 20% Class 5. In general Class 3 soils are suitable for agriculture with limitations while Class 4 and 5 soils present additional limitations resulting in reduced agricultural capabilities. Vegetation The majority of the lands have been cleared and are currently used primarily for agriculture. Very little natural vegetation remains with the exception of a few large patches of trees including a large treed area located along the western boundary of the SE 5 and an 8 acre (approximately) patch of trees located in the center of SW 5 (see Figure 4). Oil and Gas Infrastructure There is one natural gas well, which is currently suspended, located within the north half of SW 5 (see Figure 4). There is also a pipeline right of way associated with this well which runs diagonally to the northwest corner of SW5. There are also two high pressure natural gas super pipelines located within separate right of ways that run along the east side of SW5. Based on the information provided by the Province (AER), there are no abandoned wells within the Plan Area. Transportation Access to the plan area is currently provided via the first intersection west of Highway 2 which connects to a service road that runs parallel to the southern and eastern boundary of Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 5 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 46 of 64

47 SE W4M (see Figure 4). The next major intersection is located approximately 830m further west at the junction of Highway 42 and Range Road 275. Alberta Transportation also has a minimum development setback requirement from the road right of way which must be also adhered to for any development proposed adjacent to any highway rights of way. The County and Alberta Transportation have been working together to develop a Highway Transportation Master Plan (TMP) for the entire Hwy 2/42 Major Area Structure Plan area. Once the TMP has been completed and approved by Alberta Transportation it is expected that all future phases of development will be reviewed in accordance with, and be required to adhere to, the Highway Transportation Master Plan. Water The Alberta Government Water Well Information Database indicates that two water wells have been drilled within the Plan area since 1946 with the latest well having been drilled in The data indicates that groundwater has been found within the area at depths of approximately 120 to 150 feet; however, current water quality and quantity information is unknown at this time. Waste Water The closest available piped waste water system is the South Red Deer Regional Waste Water line which is located 1.6 km directly west along Range Road 280 and 3.2 km directly north along Township Road 372 (see Figure 5). The system currently collects waste water from the communities of Penhold, Olds, Innisfail, Springbrook as well as Gasoline Alley East and West and transports it to the City of Red Deer sewage treatment facility for treatment. Any development beyond the first Phase of development will require the construction of a piped waste water line that will likely connect to the South Red Deer Regional Waste Water line in order to allow the area to be adequately serviced in accordance with municipal standards. Shallow Utilities Shallow utilities such as gas, electricity and telecommunications are present in the area, most of which currently serve a residential property located within the SW 5 and the surrounding area (see Figure 4). Electrical A 25KV electrical transmission line runs south along the service road that parallels Highway 2 and 42 on the east and southern boundaries of SE 5 and the southern boundary of SW 5. This electrical line eventually splits off two additional lines, one of which runs along the western boundary of SW 5. There is also an abandoned Calgary Power right of way that cuts through a portion of the SE 5 and the SW 5. This right of way should be discharged prior to any development occurring within the right of way. Gas Various low pressure gas lines, currently operated by Atco Gas, are located mainly along the quarter section boundaries which serve the existing residence as well as surrounding properties Telecommunications A fibre optic line, currently owned and operated by Telus, is located down the centre of the Plan Area, in a north south orientation, adjacent to the shared quarter section boundary. As a result, high speed internet should be available to developments in this area. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 6 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 47 of 64

48 3.0 POLICY CONTEXT 3.1 Municipal Government Act The Municipal Government Act is the legislative framework under which all municipalities operate within Alberta. Section 633 of The Municipal Government Act, outlines the purpose and the content of an Area Structure Plan as stated in the following subsections: (1) For the purpose of providing a framework for subsequent subdivision and development of an area of land, a council may by bylaw adopt an area structure plan. (2) An area structure plan (a) must describe i. the sequence of development proposed for the area, ii. the land uses proposed for the area iii. the density of population proposed for the area either generally or with respect to specific parts of the area, and iv. the general location of major transportation routes and public utilities and (b) may contain any other matters the council considers necessary. The Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan is to be adopted as a statutory plan and has been developed in accordance with Section 633 of the Municipal Government Act. 3.2 Town of Penhold/Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan The Town of Penhold/Red Deer County Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP) provides general direction for the future development of land within the area immediately surrounding the Town of Penhold. The Junction 42 LASP area is located within the County s Growth Area as identified in the IDP; therefore it is subject to the policies of the IDP for this area which in general outlines the mutual desire of both municipalities to work together to ensure developments within both jurisdictions do not negatively impact lands within areas which include the respective Growth Areas. The Junction 42 LASP adheres to the direction provided by the Town of Penhold/Red Deer County IDP. 3.3 Red Deer County Municipal Development Plan The Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is the primary planning policy document for use at the municipal level. It is intended to provide a framework for the future growth and development of Red Deer County. The Municipal Development Plan requires Local Area Structure Plans (ASP), to be prepared in accordance with Section 633 of The Municipal Government Act. A Local ASP provides a more site-specific detailed planning framework for smaller land bases. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 7 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 48 of 64

49 The Junction 42 LASP adheres to the direction provided by the Municipal Development Plan which currently directs industrial and commercial development to this area. 3.4 District 2 & 42 Major Area Structure Plan The Junction 42 LASP was developed in consideration and conformance with the District 2 & 42 Major Area Structure Plan (MASP). The District 2 & 42 MASP provides a high level planning framework for the development of ten quarter sections situated along the Highway 2 & 42 interchange. The plan envisions the area to be developed as a commercial and industrial node with a focus on highway commercial, light and medium industrial uses and value added agricultural uses. 3.5 Economic Development Strategy The Red Deer County Economic Development Strategy which was adopted by County Council in January, 2017, recognizes the importance of the Highway QE 2 & 42 intersection area from an economic perspective not only for the opportunities to develop commercial businesses that serve the travelling public but also as an area that could initiate the development of innovative startups, research and development and various types of manufacturing given its location relative to major transportation corridors. 4.0 GENERAL PRINCIPLES Red Deer County identifies within its Municipal Development Plan, general principles that are to be used when considering developments with the County. Those broad principles which are relevant and provided guidance for this Plan are summarized as follows: 1. Allow for the development of a variety of land uses; 2. Minimize the impact of development on adjacent lands; 3. Ensure appropriate transitioning between varying land uses; 4. Ensure safe, efficient and effective municipal infrastructure (i.e. roads, sanitary sewer, water, & stormwater facilities); 5. Incorporate natural features and retain open spaces whenever possible; and 6. Promote energy efficiency through building design and infrastructure. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 8 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 49 of 64

50 5.0 LAND USE CONCEPT The overall Land Use Concept for the plan area, which identifies the land use pattern for the lands within the Plan area, is illustrated in Figure 6 Land Use Concept. The boundaries between the commercial, light industrial and medium industrial areas are subject to minor changes depending on the needs of a particular development. Lot configurations in certain areas will be influenced heavily by gas well and pipeline rights of way and set back requirements. Any major changes to the land use boundaries, however, will require an amendment to this LASP prior to the consideration of any associated rezoning and subsequent subdivision applications. Commercial The Commercial land use area, which totals approximately 19 ha (47 acres) includes the entire first Phase of development and is located along the southern boundary area adjacent to Highway 42. This area is intended for the development of commercial land uses such as gas bars, hotels/motels and food and beverage facilities, etc., that primarily cater to the travelling public. Phase 1, which is approximately 27 acres (11 ha) in size, is intended for the development of a major commercial truck stop as well as supporting commercial land uses such as a hotel and convenience store. A large temporary truck parking lot is also contemplated within this area and is discussed in further detail within the Transportation portion of this Section. Light Industrial The Light Industrial land use Area, totaling approximately 51 ha (126 acres) is intended primarily for the development of light industrial uses such as contractor services and offices in accordance with the BSI (Business Service Industrial) district. Medium Industrial The Medium Industrial land use area, totaling approximately 38 ha (94 acres) is intended primarily for the development of medium industrial uses, such as oil field service, manufacturing and processing businesses. Lands within this area shall be rezoned to a district that best reflects this form of industrial land use. Public Utility Approximately 5 ha (12 acres) of the plan area is identified as Public Utility and are intended for stormwater detention. Stormwater runoff will be directed to two stormwater ponds, each located in the northwest corners of both quarter sections via ditches in road rights of way and culverts. In accordance with Provincial stormwater management guidelines, the Plan area will be constructed in such a manner as to be able to detain stormwater up to a 1:100 year event. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 9 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 50 of 64

51 LAND USE SUMMARY TABLE Area (ha) GDA (%) Gross Area Gross Developable Area (GDA) = Area Environmental Reserves % Industrial Light Industrial % Medium Industrial % Commercial Commercial % Public Utility Stormwater Management Facilities % Waste Management Reserves MR (to be provided as cash-in-lieu) 0 0 Infrastructure Roadways / Utilities % 6.0 Policy Direction 6.1 General Policies A historical review of any lands proposed to be developed must be performed, as per the Historical Resources Act, prior to any land disturbance in order to identify any possible historic resource concerns Prior to the approval of any subdivision beyond the first Phase of development a stormwater management plan, prepared by a qualified professional engineer, must be provided and approved for the subdivision area All developments shall adhere to the landscaping standards included in the Red Deer County Land Use Bylaw 2006 as amended from time to time and incorporate existing natural vegetation (i.e. tree stands) whenever possible The County shall develop design guidelines for all developments adjacent to Highway 2 and Highway 42. Once these guidelines have been established all developments adjacent to Highway 2 and Highway 42 shall adhere to these design guidelines. In the interim, direction shall be provided via the Land Use Bylaw and the Highway 2/2A Design Study All developments are encouraged to obtain Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, or equivalent, in an effort to reduce carbon emissions by reducing building footprint, considering building orientation, implementing district heating and cooling, utilizing energy efficient materials, using landscaping techniques to enhance environmental performance, etc. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 10 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 51 of 64

52 6.2 Commercial Goal: To allow for the development of high quality, well designed commercial developments that primarily serve the travelling public and support local industrial development. Objectives: To direct commercial development to areas identified for Commercial land uses in Figure 6. Policies: Commercial uses primarily catering to the travelling public such as truck stops, gas stations and restaurants shall be directed to locate within the Commercial land use area in accordance with Figure Subdivided lands within the Commercial land use area shall be redistricted Highway Commercial or to a similar district in accordance with the Red Deer County Land Use Bylaw as amended from time to time. 6.3 Light Industrial Goal: To allow for the development of high quality, well designed light industrial developments To ensure that industrial development incorporate natural features wherever possible and are sensitive to adjacent non-industrial land uses. Objectives: To locate light industrial uses within appropriate locations within the plan area. To reduce negative impacts on adjacent land uses. Policies: Light industrial uses such as those uses not requiring outdoor storage shall be located within the Light Industrial land use in accordance with Figure Where Light Industrial land uses abut Commercial land uses; landscaping, distance buffering, and any nuisance mitigating strategies and methods may be required to in order to reduce potential negative impacts on neighbouring properties. 6.4 Medium Industrial Goal: To allow for the development of quality industrial land uses within a highly visible and important transportation corridor. Objectives: To locate medium industrial uses within appropriate locations within the Plan area. To ensure adjacent non-industrial land use are not negatively impacted by industrial activities. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 11 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 52 of 64

53 Policies: Any industrial uses that involve manufacturing, assembly, processing, major product distribution Landscaping, buffers, and any nuisance mitigating strategies and methods shall be required to reduce potential negative impacts on non-industrial uses Innovative companies to advance research and development of renewable energy and resources using agricultural products or byproducts, or other sources, are encouraged to locate here as their test bed for commercially viable and marketable products. 6.5 Water, Waste Water and Stormwater Drainage Goal: For all developments to be serviced by safe, efficient and secure water and water systems and to ensure that stormwater drainage is adequately managed so as to not cause harm to properties within and outside of the plan area. Objectives: To ensure all developments have adequate access to potable water. Policies: To reduce the demands on ground water sources as well as municipal water servicing once it becomes available. To ensure that all developments are adequately serviced by provincially and municipally approved waste water systems. To ensure that any onsite interim waste water systems do not negatively impact onsite developments and adjacent developments or lands. To ensure all developments are not negatively impacted by over land water flows. Water and Waste Water Municipal utility services, which includes water and waste water disposal will eventually be required in order to develop the area in its entirety in accordance with the development concept. However, given the extremely high cost of construction of municipal piped water and waste water infrastructure the County will allow developments within Phase 1 to be serviced via provincially approved onsite water wells and waste water disposal systems All developments beyond Phase 1 of development shall be serviced by piped municipal water and waste water infrastructure in accordance with the Servicing Plan. Stormwater Drainage All developments beyond the first Phase of development shall adhere, and be designed in accordance wtih a stormwater master plan that has been developed for the entire Plan Area Stormwater management facilities within the initial first Phase of development shall be designed in accordance with a site specific detailed stormwater master plan. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 12 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 53 of 64

54 6.5.5 Existing natural drainage courses and wetlands shall be conserved whenever possible and may be used in conjunction with stormwater management facilities Funding for municipal off-site infrastructure to supply stormwater drainage systems to the LASP area shall be paid for via offsite levy contributions. 6.6 Franchise/Shallow Utilities Goal: For all developments to be adequately serviced by franchise utilities such as electricity, natural gas and telecommunications. Objectives: To ensure right of ways are provided to allow for the placement of franchise utilities. To ensure all new developments are adequately serviced by franchise utilities. Policies: For the purposes of this Plan shallow or franchise utilities consists of low pressure natural gas, electricity, telephone or telecommunications All lots shall be fully serviced by franchise/shallow utilities The cost of any alterations and/or appurtenances required to any existing low pressure pipelines in order to accommodate a proposed development shall be the responsibility of the developer(s) Upgrades or improvements necessary to implement this plan, including acquisition of land, may be required for the purposes of utilities Alternative energy sources, such as solar, wind, and other types of renewable resources, will be encouraged and may be used exclusively or as a supplement to any conventional energy sources. 6.7 Transportation As stated previously, access to the Plan area will be via the first intersection on Highway 42 west of Highway 2 and via Range Road 275. The first intersection on Highway 42 will be relocated approximately 20 m directly west and upgraded to a Provincial Highway Level IV standard as part of the first phase of development (see Figure 7). However, prior to Phase 1 of development the current intersection will be utilized to accommodate a semi-truck parking area of approximately 5 acres in order to address the loss of semi-truck parking in Gasoline Alley. Minor upgrades to the existing intersection will be required which includes paving and widening in order to allow large trucks to properly access the site. Site grading and development of the interim parking lot is anticipated to occur during the summer of 2018 and should be completed by the fall of Goal: To allow for the development of a transportation network that is efficient, effective and safe. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 13 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 54 of 64

55 Objectives: To ensure that the transportation network meets the needs of area residents, business owners and the travelling public. Policies: All accesses points on to Highway 42, including any required improvements to existing accesses and access roads, shall be developed in accordance with direction provided by Alberta Transportation All long term and interim access points as well as collector and arterial roadways shall generally adhere to the Transportation Plan as indicated in Figure All roads within the Plan area shall be designed and constructed in accordance with County rural road standards All parcels shall be accessed via internal collector roads. Secondary right in or right out accesses may be allowed on arterial road as identified in Figure No parcel shall be provided direct access to an arterial roadway via an all directional access No parcel shall be allowed direct access on to Highway 42 or Range Road Municipal and Environmental Reserves Municipal reserves (MR) and environmental reserve (ER) dedications shall be addressed at the time of subdivision in accordance with Part 17 of the Municipal Government Act Municipal Reserve (MR) shall be dedicated in the form of cash-in-lieu to the County. A market value appraisal of the lands to be subdivided shall be provided. The value of the MR dedication shall be the value that is determined to be the greater of the two appraisals: a. An appraisal from a certified professional appraiser; and b. A market value appraisal as determined by the County Environmental Reserves shall be required in accordance with the Municipal Government Act and the Red Deer County Municipal Development Plan. 6.9 Oil and Gas Infrastructure All setback requirements from oil and gas infrastructure (i.e. operating oil and gas wells, pipelines, etc.) must be confirmed with the Provincial department having jurisdiction Developments adjacent to oil and gas infrastructure shall adhere to all required oil and gas infrastructure setbacks All developments shall adhere to oil and gas pipelines and facilities setback requirements and/or standards where an act and/or regulation as applicable having jurisdiction over this form of infrastructure. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 14 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 55 of 64

56 6.9.4 The cost of any alterations and/or appurtenances required to any existing major (i.e. high pressure) pipeline infrastructure required to accommodate a proposed development shall be the responsibility of the developer(s). 7.0 Implementation The Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan will be administered by County Administration with general direction as approved by Council. Any major departure from the intent of this Plan shall be subject to a review of this document and will require public consultation to ensure that the community is well informed and that they have the opportunity to shape their community s future development. 7.1 Interpretation Where the words may, should, shall are used in the Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan they are to be interpreted as follows: May policies indicate support in principle with the required level of compliance to be determined by the applicable authority. Should policies mean compliance in principle is required but subject to the discretion of the applicable authority. Shall policies are mandatory and must be complied with. Council and Administration of Red Deer County shall endeavor to achieve the goals and objectives of the Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan through the implementation of the Plan s policies in all applicable planning, subdivision and development processes. 7.2 Phasing Development within the LASP area will occur in accordance with the Phasing Plan as indicated within Figure 8. Phase 1 of development is anticipated to occur in two stages in order to accommodate the immediate needs of the trucking industry which will be impacted by the loss of parking areas within Gasoline Alley West as a result of the removal of the servicing road that currently fronts Highway 2. The first stage of Phase 1 is envisioned to include a relatively large temporary public parking lot designed to accommodate semi-trucks. No permanent infrastructure will be constructed at this time; however, sanitary waste water facilities, solid waste containers, etc., will be located on the site. Site grading and development of this first stage interim parking area is anticipated to occur during the summer of 2018 and will be completed by the fall of The second stage of Phase 1 will be geared toward the development of a large truck stop and will incorporate the first stage interim parking area which will be redeveloped in accordance with approved development plans. As is the case with Area Structure Plans of this magnitude, the phasing beyond Phase 1 may vary in accordance with market trends, etc. All development beyond the first Phase will; however, follow a logical progression from existing access points and municipal services when they become available. The phasing of all developments shall occur in a fiscally responsible Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 15 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 56 of 64

57 manner based on the logical extension of existing services. In addition, each proposed phase of development shall not prejudice the further subdivision and development of any subsequent phases of development or the development of the surrounding lands. 7.3 Land Use Bylaw Amendments All proposed developments shall be in accordance with the Red Deer County Land Use Bylaw and shall be redistricted to the most appropriate land use district (i.e. Light Industrial - Business Service Industrial (BSI) District) prior to subdivision approval. 7.4 Pre-Development Review Prior to any application (i.e. subdivision, Land Use Bylaw amendment, development) being received, the County strongly recommends that the applicant/developer meet with planning staff prior to the acceptance of the application. At this time, staff can explain the procedure and other requirements that may be required and provide feedback on the initial proposal. 7.5 Plan Amendments Provided that the intent of the Plan is adhered to, minor adjustments to the boundaries of the various land uses and road alignments may be made without an amendment to the Plan. Any major changes to this Plan, as determined by the County; however, will require an amendment in accordance with the Municipal Government Act. Where an amendment to this Local Area Structure Plan is requested, the applicant will be required to submit the supporting information necessary to evaluate the amendment to the satisfaction of the County. The County shall continue to ensure that appropriate stakeholders and the general public are provided with the opportunity to provide input into all future amendments to the Plan. Consistency between this Local Area Structure Plan and other Council-approved policy documents, must be achieved in practice. 7.6 LASP Plan Review From time to time, the Junction 42 LASP may require updating in order to reflect the changing market conditions or general municipal policy direction. The Plan should be reviewed every five (5) years to ensure consistency with the County s policies and changing needs and aspirations of the community. Once adopted, the Junction 42 LASP will be incorporated into the planning process for any proposed development. Any amendment(s) to this Plan shall follow the process and requirements of the approving authority and the Municipal Government Act. 7.7 Financial/Budgetary Considerations The Plan includes policies that may require municipal funding to achieve successful implementation. In accordance with the Municipal Government Act, the Plan does not commit County Council to any future funding decisions. The funding for any future capital projects shall be considered along with other funding priorities, during the County s budget process. Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 16 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 57 of 64

58 Figure 2 Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 17 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 58 of 64

59 Figure 3 Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 18 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 59 of 64

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64 Figure 8 Junction 42 Local Area Structure Plan 23 SW and SE (Division 3) consideration of a bylaw to adopt a p... Page 64 of 64