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CITY COUNCIL – REGULAR MEETING

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

400 MAIN STREET SE

May 19, 2015 at 7:00 PM

Council Budget Committee will start at 5:45 p.m. in Council Chambers

1. CALL TO ORDER – 7:00 P.M.

2. COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

(Due to the confidential nature of the items to be discussed, public attendance is not permitted.)

3. PUBLIC AGENDA - 7:00 P.M.

4. MINUTES

4.1. Amend Council Minutes – April 7, 2015 (Sharon Pollyck)

Council is being asked to amend Resolution No. 2015-C-089 with respect to adding the result of the

vote for the motion regarding the Mayor’s Leave of Absence.

4.2. 2015 Council Minutes

Regular Minutes of Council of May 4, 2015.

4.3. Acknowledgment of Other Minutes

Community Services Advisory Board - February 9, 2015 and March 9, 2015;

Airdrie Municipal Library Board - March 31, 2015; and

Municipal Policing Advisory Board - January 20, 2015.

5. CONSENT AGENDA

5.1. 2015 First Quarter Major Capital Projects Update ( Chris Reason, Archie Lang, Michelle Lock, Bob

Neale)

Council is being provided with the 2015 First Quarter Major Capital Projects Update for information.

5.2. 2015 First Quarter Budget Update (Palki Biswas)

Council is being provided with the 2015 First Quarter Budget Update for information.

6. APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS

6.1. Proposal for a Trial Bus Service (Chris MacIsaac)

Mr. Kenneth Bosman, CAO for the Town of Crossfield, is presenting Council with a proposal to run a

trial bus service between Airdrie and Crossfield.

7. PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

8. PUBLIC HEARING

There are no public hearings.

9. BYLAWS

9.1. 2015 Tax Rate Bylaw No. B-31/2015 (Shannon Schindeler)

Council is being asked to give three readings to Bylaw No. B-30/2015, being the annual tax rate bylaw.

9.2. New Animal Control Bylaw (Darryl Poburan)

Council is being asked to give direction prior to staff bringing the Animal Control Bylaw back for

consideration.

10. FINANCIAL POSITION

There are no items.

11. BUSINESS ARISING

11.1. Calgary Regional Partnership Membership (Paul Schulz)

Council is being asked to decide whether to retain membership in the Calgary Regional Partnership.

12. AGENDA REPORTS

12.1. Transit Master Plan – Scope of Work (Chris MacIsaac)

Council is being asked to endorse the recommendation of the Community Services Advisory Board

and accept the scope of work for the Transit Master Plan for final endorsement.

13. CORRESPONDENCE

13.1. Letter of Concern - Genesis Place Family Pass

Council is being provided with a Letter of Concern from an Airdrie resident regarding the income level at

which residents can receive a subsidy for a family pass to Genesis Place.

13.2. Seniors’ Week 2015

Council is being asked to proclaim June 1 to 7, 2015 as Seniors’ Week in Airdrie.

13.3. National Health and Fitness Day

Council is being asked to proclaim June 6, 2015 as National Health and Fitness Day in Airdrie to

promote the health and fitness of our citizens.

14. BOARD/MEMBER REPORTS

15. REVIEW OF COUNCIL FOLLOW-UP

15.1. 2015 Review of Council Follow-up to May 4, 2015.

16. ADJOURNMENT

AGENDA REPORT

Meeting Date (M/D/Y): May 19, 2015

Subject: Amendment to Minutes – April 7, 2015

Boards Routed Through: N/A Date: N/A

Description:

Council is being asked to amend the minutes of April 7, 2015, to reflect that motion 2015-

C-089, Mayor Brown’s Leave of Absence, was carried unanimously.

Background:

At their regular meeting of April 7, 2015, Council granted Mayor Brown a leave of absence

between April 8 and May 4. This motion was carried unanimously but the result of the vote

was not included in the minutes. Staff is asking that Council amend motion 2015-C-089 to

read:

2015-C-089

Grant Leave of Absence

Mayor Brown

Alderman Chapman moved that Council grant Mayor Brown a

leave of absence without pay beginning at 12:00 noon on

Wednesday, April 8, 2015, through midnight on Monday, May 4,

2015.

Carried

Boards Routed Through:

None

Alternatives/Implications:

1. Council could choose to amend the minutes of April 7, 2015. Doing so ensures an

accurate record of the meeting is maintained.

2. Council could choose to not amend the minutes of April 7, 2015. Doing so would mean

that the historical record of the minutes will be inaccurate.

Corporate Communications:

N/A

Recommendation:

That Council amends Resolution No. 2015-C-089 to read as follows:

2015-C-089

Grant Leave of Absence

Mayor Brown

Alderman Chapman moved that Council grant Mayor Brown a

leave of absence without pay beginning at 12:00 noon on

Wednesday, April 8, 2015, through midnight on Monday, May 4,

2015.

Carried

Kari Kitiuk

Team Leader, Legislative Services

Presenter: Sharon Pollyck

Attachments:

COUNCIL CHAMBERS

May 4, 2015

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Municipal Council of the City of Airdrie,

in the Province of Alberta, held in Council Chambers with the following:

PRESENT

Deputy-Mayor C. Kolson

Alderman F. Burley

Alderman R. Chapman

Alderman A. Hunter

Alderman K. Hegg

Alderman D. Belyk

City Manager – P. Schulz

City Clerk - S. Pollyck

Recording Secretary – K. Kitiuk

ABSENT

Mayor P. Brown

CALL TO ORDER

Deputy-Mayor Kolson called the meeting to order at 6:26 p.m.

COMMITTEE OF THE WHOLE

2015-C-126

Enter Committee of the Whole

Alderman Burley moved that Council enters Committee of the Whole at 6:27

p.m.

Carried

2015-C-127

Leave Committee of the Whole

Alderman Burley moved that Council leaves Committee of the Whole at 6:45

p.m.

Carried

Recess/Reconvene Deputy-Mayor Kolson declared a recess at 6:46 p.m. The meeting

reconvened at 7:00 p.m.

MINUTES

2015-C-128

Adopt Minutes

Regular Meeting of April 20, 2015

Alderman Chapman moved that Council adopts the minutes of the regular

meeting of Council of April 20, 2015, as presented.

Carried

PUBLIC HEARING

Bylaw No. B-10/2015

Tracy Corbett, Manager of Planning and Sustainable Development, reviewed

Bylaw No. B-10/2015, being a bylaw to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-

09/2006 by re-zoning Lot 6, Block 4, Plan 061 3905 to allow for the

development of a Private School.

Regular Meeting of Council

May 4, 2015

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T. Corbett reviewed the report, including the purpose of the application and

location. She noted that Private School is not listed under the current

Industrial Business Park One (IB-1) district. She provided an overview of the

existing programs and future development of the proposed expansion. She

further provided a policy review including the City Plan and Community Area

Structure Plan and discussed potential impacts of the redesignation including

parking consideration and offsite impacts.

T. Corbett discussed the open house that was held at the site. She noted

that there was support for the redesignation and there have been no

complaints regarding traffic in the area. T. Corbett reviewed the three options

to the bylaw set out in the agenda report. With respect to option three, staff

is recommending that the use be limited to the legal description of the

property so as to not open up the use for all IB-1 districts.

In response to a question, T. Corbett noted that Club Car will not be impacted

if the use list is changed; it is only the P-2 designation that would affect the

company. She further noted that there will be no hardship created for Club

Car should Council choose the recommended option three.

Deputy-Mayor Kolson asked if there was anyone present who wished to

speak in favour of Bylaw No. B-10/2015.:

Laura Bancroft, one of the founders of Footprints for Learning Academy, made

a presentation to Council. She provided background on the school and

discussed the growth currently being experienced. She noted there is a

second floor that is undeveloped that can be used for the expansion of the

school. She provided history of the school noting that currently the school

has 252 elementary and middle school students. She reviewed the history of

the tenancy permit in 2013 and discussed the support from the community

which included 650 signatories; the majority of whom are Airdrie residents.

She reviewed a sampling of comments received from supporters of the school.

Ms. Bancroft advised that the school is non-profit. She also noted that 20

signed letters of support were gathered from neighbours adding that one of the

letters received was from Club Car.

Ms. Bancroft reviewed the traffic impact noting a traffic assessment report is

being done currently. She went over the potential additional rear parking for

staff. She noted that Footprints for Learning Academy feels the expansion no

more impacts what can go in on adjacent industrial parcels than does the

already existing and approved daycare, out of school care and ancillary private

school.

In response to a question, Ms. Bancroft clarified the building ownership. She

further confirmed that Club Car leases their space. She noted that the

Footprints for Learning Academy was given an ancillary use and the

application being heard tonight is to expand on that use.

Deputy-Mayor Kolson asked if there was anyone else present who wished to

speak in favour of Bylaw No. B-10/2015.

Mr. David McKinnon, noted he was speaking as a parent and on behalf of

parents of the Academy. He discussed volunteering at the school. He noted


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he sees firsthand the day-to-day activity and how the school is being run. The

teachers and support staff are fully committed to the idea that students need

to feel success to have success. They are committed to the students

mastering skills and knowledge. Classroom size allows individual work when

required and the school creates a safe environment for the students. He went

on to discuss some of the positive programs undertaken by the school. The

school community supports and believes in one and other and supports

celebrating each other’s successes. He indicated he is not alone in his

position, parents here tonight feel the same way. As parents we love

Footprints for Learning Academy and are here to support the growth of

Academy.

The majority of people in the gallery indicated their support by a show of

hands of Mr. McKinnon’s comments.



A 14 year old student indicated he was given a choice of what high school he

wanted to attend. Attending the Academy meant leaving behind friends,

some of whom he has known for 9 years but he felt that he would not be just

another face in the classroom and that his grades would go up. The most

important thing is the high standards for morals and values. Teenagers, not

just parents are seeing value in smaller classrooms and one on one time with

teachers.



A 12 year old student noted he enjoys playing and building friendships at the

Academy; there is a culture of respect and no-one is left out. This respect

extends to the teachers and adults. He noted there is no swearing and the

teachers are there for the students. He feels the teachers love their job

because they make learning fun by adding simple things that make it

interesting. He likes the entrepreneur program and the fundraising. He also

noted he enjoys the math program, working at his own pace and being helped

one on one until you understand your work.



A grade 6 student indicated she loves the school, teachers and friends and

hopes to be able to attend the school through grade 12. She asked Council

to please let them grow.



Sharon Pollyck, Manager of Legislative Services and Corporate

Communications noted three letters that have been distributed to Council that

are in favour of the Bylaw. These letters were received from Ms. J. Lee, Ms.

M. Stokes and Mr. Peter Brown.

Deputy-Mayor Kolson asked three times if there was anyone present who

wished to speak in favour of Bylaw No. B-10/2015. There was no response.


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Deputy-Mayor Kolson asked if there was anyone present who wished to

speak against Bylaw No. B-10/2015.

Mr. Bill Leschasin noted he is neither in favour nor against. He wished to

comment on the speed limit on Kings View Boulevard which is 50 km/hour

and Yankee Valley Road which is 60 km/hour in all other directions. He is

not in opposition of the schools but queried a potential playground zone.

In response to Mr. Leschasin’s question, Ms., Corbett noted requests such

as these would go through the Traffic Advisory Committee. This would not

impact this application but would probably come up during the development

permit process.

Discussion continued with respect to location of a school in an industrial area.

Deputy-Mayor Kolson asked three times if there was anyone else present

who wished to speak against Bylaw No. B-10/2015. There was no response.

Deputy-Mayor Kolson declared the Public Hearing on Bylaw No. B-10/2015

closed.

BYLAWS

2015-C-129

Bylaw No. B-10/2015 Land Use Bylaw

Amendment for Lot 6, Block 4, Plan 061

3905

Amend

Alderman Hegg moved that Council amend Bylaw No. B-10/2015, being a

bylaw to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-09/2005 by re-zoning Lot 6, Block 4,

Plan 061 3805 to allow for the development of a Private School by:

1. removing Option One and Option Two; and

2. rewording Option Three to read: “Section 6-2(3) (Industrial Business

Park One District, Discretionary Uses) to include “Schools, Private

(limited to Lot 6, Block 4, Plan 061 3905)” and re-alphabetize

accordingly”.

Carried

2015-C-130

Bylaw No. 10/2015 Land Use Bylaw

Second Reading

Alderman Belyk moved that Council gives Second Reading to Bylaw No. B-

10/2015, being a bylaw to amend Land Use Bylaw No. B-09/2005 by re-

zoning Lot 6, Block 4, Plan 061 3805 to allow for the development of a Private

School by:

1. amending Section 6-2(3) (Industrial Business Park One District,

Discretionary Uses) to include “Schools, Private (limited to Lot 6,

Block 4, Plan 061 3905)” and re-alphabetize accordingly”; and

2. adding the following as Section 6-2(9):

9. Land Use Requirements – Private Schools

a. In addition to the general Minimum Requirements and

Maximum Limits provided above, development of a

Private School within this district shall be subject to


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the following standards:

i. Maximum School Capacity: 350 Students;

ii. Maximum Floor Area (Including all shared

facilities and ancillary uses): 4,100m²

b. Development of a Private School within this district

shall be subject to a site plan and the application's

ability to address the following site planning

considerations, to the satisfaction of the Development

Authority:

i. Accessibility for pedestrian and vehicular

traffic;

ii. Transportation capacity and any measures

that may be required to limit conflict between

school and industrial traffic;

iii. Adequate provision of parking, bus loading,

and parent drop-off on-site;

iv. Provision for emergency access and an

emergency response plan addressing

evacuation procedures;

v. Amount and location of outdoor amenity space

and recreation areas

vi. Consideration of any impacts on adjacent

sites or community facilities;

vii. Applicability and alignment with all statutory

plans and policies;

viii. Such other information as deemed necessary

by the Development Authority.

c. To address compatibility of a Private School within

this district, the Development Authority may require

mitigation of potential development impacts on the

adjacent lands, including the provision or design of:

i. Landscaping and interface treatment;

ii. On-site lighting;

iii. Noise attenuation measures;

iv. Location and design of parking or other high

activity areas, or;

v. Changes to the proposed structure to mitigate

impacts.

Carried

2015-C-131

Bylaw No. 10/2015 Final Reading

Alderman Burley moved that Council gives Third Reading to Bylaw No. B-

10/2015.

Carried

CONSENT AGENDA

2015-C-132

Consent Agenda

Accept for Information

Alderman Hunter moved that Council accepts for information the following

report included in the consent agenda:

Council’s 2015-2017 Strategic Priorities


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Carried

APPOINTMENTS/PRESENTATIONS

Mr. Nick Thain and Donald Allen appeared before Council to present an

update from Alberta Health Services. They reviewed their presentation.

In response to a question, it was noted that the projected timeline for records

management and putting Patient Care reports on line is September for the

Calgary Region. Airdrie already utilizes electronic PCRs.

In response to a question, service plan modelling will include looking at non-

ambulance transportation and when to add resources. There are no plans to

add resources in Airdrie which currently has three 24-hour ALS ambulances

and one peak time ALS ambulance that operates between the hours of 12:00

p.m. and 12:00 midnight. A mechanical backup ambulance is housed in

Airdrie.

It was noted that the data on the number of times Airdrie has been without an

ambulance in the past year is not available but can be brought forward to the

next Council presentation. Discussion continued regarding using non-

ambulance transportation when possible, assistance provided to first

responders including debriefing, coaching and mentoring, and the growth in

Airdrie in relation to resources available. There was further discussion

regarding using the right resource based on call volumes and inter-facility

transfers. As resources are depleted in Airdrie, it is mandatory to have other

resources moved up to Airdrie.

P. Schulz, City Manager, noted that there is no target response rate in the

province. He queried whether target response rates will be developed adding

that it would be beneficial to advocate for these targets. He questioned

whether targets may be part of the master planning exercise. In response, it

was noted that there has been direction from the Minister to look at response

times as a gauge of the system. AHS needs to measure response times for

those rapid response transportations such as cardiac arrest.

2015-C-133

Alberta Health Services Update

Accept for Information

Alderman Chapman moved that Council accepts the presentation on

ambulance service response times and future plans for emergency medical

services by Alberta Health Services for information.

Carried

Fortis Alberta Franchise Agreement

Mr. Merlin McNaughton of FortisAlberta was present to provide Council with

information on street lights and the new Franchise Agreement. He discussed

his role at FortisAlberta. He reviewed his presentation including information on

the new franchise agreement, franchise fees, and the annual franchise fee

adjustment.

BYLAWS CONTINUED

C-2015-134 Alderman Hegg moved that Council gives First Reading to Bylaw No. B-


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Bylaw No. B2-7/2015, New Fortis

Franchise Agreement

First Reading

27/2015, being the new Fortis Franchise Agreement.

Carried

PUBLIC QUESTION PERIOD

Mr. R. Douglas Herdman appeared before Council and distributed some

information regarding a stop order that has been issued to remove his

honeybees. He noted a document from the City that indicates his bees have

been grandfathered.

Mr. Herdman further inquired about the fee for appealing to the Subdivision

and Development Appeal Board. He requested that Council adjourn the

proceedings against the honeybees noting he has contacted the Deputy -

Minister of Municipal Affairs requesting that this matter be investigated.

Ms. Pollyck, noted that Council has delegated their authority to the approving

authority and there is an appeal process under that stop order that should be

taken should Mr. Herdman wish to formally appeal. The appeal will not be

accepted in the Council setting and the appeal cannot be accepted until the

fee has also been paid.

Mr. Herdman indicated that he believes the process is in violation of his rights

and freedoms.

FINANCIAL POSITION

There were no items.

BUSINESS ARISING


AGENDA REPORTS


CORRESPONDENCE


MEMBER/BOARD REPORTS

Council members provided updates on the following Council Boards and

Committees:

Municipal Policing Advisory Board

COUNCIL FOLLOW UP

P. Schulz reviewed the Council Follow-up sheet to May 4, 2015. He advised

that the item regarding Chinook Winds Park is targeted to return to Council

June 1, 2015.


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ADJOURNMENT

Adjournment Deputy-Mayor Kolson adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m.

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Deputy-Mayor

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City Clerk

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2015-CSAB-001

Adoption of Agenda

February 9, 2015

2015-CSAB-002

Adoption of Minutes

November 10, 2014

COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD

February 9, 2015

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Community Services Advisory Board of

the City of Airdrie, in the Province of A lberta, held in Counci l Chambers with

the following:

PRESENT

Chair

Members

Staff

CALL TO ORDER

The Chair called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.

AGENDA APPROVAL

Alderman K. Hegg

K. Anderson

Alderman D. Belyk

L. Blanchette

A lderman F. Burley

D. MacEachen

R. McMullen

S. Quinn

B. Ryan

R. Van Biezen

C. Aragon

K. Harris

L. Laface

S. Livingstone

M. Lock

G. Lockert

P. Murray

R. Van Biezen ｭｯｾ､＠ "that the Community Services Advisory Board agenda of

February 9, 2015 be accepted as c irculated."

Carried

MINUTES

M. Lock noted that Motion 2014-CSAB-058 should say "Fam ily and

Community Support Services (FCSS) Funds" rather than "Community

ｬｮｾｳｴｭ･ｮｴ＠ Funds" in the left column .

Alderman Burley ｭｯｾ､＠ that "that the Community Services Advisory Board

adopt the minutes as amended of the regular meeting of November 10, 2014-"

Carried

PRESENTATIONS

2014 Parade and Fireworks Events Update

K. Harris introduced Stewart Mcleish, Chairman and Lynn Kehoe, Secretary

Treasurer, Airdrie Parade and Fireworks Committee, who provided a report on

the 2014 Canada Day Parade and Fireworks, the Santa Claus Parade and the

New Year's ｅｾ＠ Fireworks, including costs and number of spectators and

wlunteers. The theme for 2015 is "Year of the Flag" in celebration of the 501h

｡ｮｮｩｾｲｳ｡ｲｹ＠ of the Canadian flag. The Committee wou ld like to put 50 large

flags along Main Street and also in the banner space on City Hall. A mini-

2015-CSAB-003

Recommends to Council

City Hall Banner Space be allocated to

Airdrie Parade & Fireworks Committee

2015-CSAB-004

Accepts Airdrie Parade & Fireworks

Committee Update for information

Regular Meeting of the Community Services Advisory Board

February 9, 2015

Page 2

carnival is planned outside City Hall before and after the Canada Day Parade

followed by a Family Dance Party in the evening. 2017 will see an expanded

parade, fireworks show and family activit ies in celebration of Canada's 1501h

birthday. Everyone was invited to get involved with the events through

l.Qlunteering or sponsorsh ip.

Alderman Hegg thanked the Comm ittee for the work they do and noted that

there is a sense of pride amongst citizens of Airdrie as well as Committee

members for both parades and both fireworks events.

Alderman Burley moved "that Community Services Advisory Board

recommends to Council that the City Hall banner space be allocated to the

Airdrie Parade and Fireworks Committee for the next two years for their

Parade and Fireworks events."

Carried

L. Blanchette moved "that Community Services Advisory Board accepts the

Airdrie Parade and Fireworks Committee Update for information-"

Carried


There were no questions.

STAFF REPORTS

Aquatic Programming/Registration Process Outline

S. Livingstone, Aquatic Team Leader, provided information regarding the

current practices and challenges associated with aquatic programming at

Genesis Place as well as potential solutions. Administration recommends

implementing a staggered registration process starting with the Summer 2015

programming block.

It was questioned whether consideration has been given to swim instructors

communicating with parents as to whether their child will likely pass or fail so

that parents know what level to register their child in. Alternatively, spots

could be saved for children that need to repeat a level. S. Livingstone advised

that this would create challenges. However, communication is key and

parents can ask questions on Parents Day. With the City's demographics,

Genesis Place is not able to offer one program space for every child in Airdrie

per year, so holding spots would not be feasible when other children have not

had a chance to register yet.

It was questioned whether pool space could be taken from public and family

swim times for lessons. S. Livingstone advised that this is being done during

daytime hours; however, the number of drop-in users during prime times would

make it very difficult to keep public swimmers and lessons apart. The lane

pool could be utilized for some programs, but the pool is not conducive to

many programs and is reserved for the Swim Club during prime time.

G. Lockert noted that public and family swims account for 35,000-40,000

users per month; lessons account for 11, 000 per year. Administration does

not recommend taking away from public and family swim times for lessons .

2015-CSAB-005

Accepts for information

Implementation of a staggered

Aquatic Program registration process

Effective Summer 2015 registration


February 9, 2015

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It was questioned whether the current software is sophisticated enough to

limit registration to Airdrie and Rocky View residents. S. Livingstone advised

that some programs do give residents priority over non-residents , but given

that Airdrie residents use Calgary roads and services, administration

recommends trying staggered registration first.

It was questioned whether Sunday evening lessons ha\.€ been considered or

whether that could create staffing issues. S. Livingstone advised that this

would definitely add pressure on staff. Administration did look at adding some

Saturday and Sunday evening programs; it would need to be tested for

interest.

A question arose regarding the wait list numbers that are not reflective of

actual people. S. Livingstone advised that the $10 withdrawal fee may not be

enough of a deterrent. Changes are being proposed to the fees and charges

structure for next year that will deter people from reserving multiple spaces in

multiple programs.

In response to a question, S. Livingstone confirmed that the staggered

registration process will be evaluated after 90 or 180 days and that staff will

report back to this Board with results.

L. Blanchette moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board accepts

for information purposes the implementation of a staggered Aquatic Program

registration process effective for the Summer 2015 Aquatic Program

registration only, and that staff will report back to this Board with results ."

Carried

Reciprocal Use of Facilities Agreement (Rocky View Schools) Update

L. Laface presented an update on the City of A irdrie's Reciprocal Use of

Facilities Agreement with Rocky View Schools, and introduced Mr. George

Long, Rocky View School Division. P. Murray presented a Summary of Use

for Rocky View Schools' use of City facilities.

It was questioned why the schools are not using the allocation that is

available to them. Mr. Long advised that schools hal.€ to pay for busing, so

schools on the west side may not be taking advantage of the hours available

to them. Rocky View may use more of the allocation with the new schools

coming on.

A question arose as to why there is no Reciprocal Use Agreement with the

Catholic School Board. M. Lock advised that the Catholic School Board has

not made a request to reciprocate on community use. It was suggested that

staff make a presentation to the Catholic School Board. M. Lock advised that

a cost-benefit analysis would have to be done first. There is currently limited

use of Catholic School space by community groups . Under a Reciprocal

Agreement, the City would provide pool use, field house use and arena use

and that cost benefit would probably not be reciprocated. M. Lock noted that

the City provided s ignificant space on a short term basis to Airdrie Koinonia at

less than the not-for-profit rate. A irdrie Koinonia's faci lities will be made

available for community use once ready .

2015-CSAB-006

Accepts for information Update on

City of Airdrie and RVSD Reciprocal

Use of Facilities Agreement


February 9, 2015

Page 4

In response to a question, M. Lock advised that it would not take much time

to set up a meeting with the private schools and Catholic School Board, but it

would take considerable work to determine the implications of setting up

Reciprocal Agreements with the other schools. Administration would first

need to assess the degree of capacity as it would be impossible to

accommodate all of the schools in Airdrie with the existing inventory of public

recreation space. Many municipalities use a Ser"1ce Access Model that is

negotiated on the facilities they currently have. It was questioned why we

need to pursue more Reciprocal Agreements. If a community group rents a

school space for private use, the City should not feel obligated to offer more

facility time.

Concern was raised that community groups need to rent school space and it

may be worthwhile to ask the private schools and Catholic School Board if

they are interested so we can be progressive and do more investigation.

M. Lock noted that any community group can negotiate with any school for

available space. A comment was made that this Board's role is to help

community organizations receive better rental rates on school gyms and

classrooms. M. Lock advised that administration would need to know what

the City has to offer before we ask. At this point, there is not much facility

space to offer. Concern was raised that the City can't handle the existing

schools and there are 5 or 6 new schools coming on. We need to be

proactive.

D. MacEachen moved "that the Community Ser"1ces Advisory Board accepts

the update on the City of Airdrie and Rocky View School Division No. 41

Reciprocal Use of Facilities Agreement as information."

COUNCIL SYNOPSES

December 15, 2014

January 19, 2015

BOARD MEMBER REPORTS/QUESTIONS

Carried

D. MacEachen commented that she felt disheartened that City Council gave

extra CIF funding to one group based on the size of their building, even though

City staff worked very hard on the process, this Board went through the

process and allocated money based on outcomes, and Council accepted our

recommendation. If one group is given their whole ask, every group should be

given their whole ask. Alderman Hegg noted that Boards do feel ownership of

their recommendations and that the members of Council on this Board raised

the same concerns. Alderman Burley advised that City Council does

appreciate the work and recommendations of its Advisory Boards.

S. Quinn thanked Council for the appointment and looked forward to being an

engaged member of the Board.

B. Ryan asked whether Airdrie's future with community gardens can be

explored through this· Board. There was a desire for Airdrie to be a leader in

community gardens. She would like this to be explored further.

2015-CSAB-007 Requests staff to report back on Community Gardens in Airdrie

Adjournment

Regular Meeting of the Community Services Advisory Board February 9, 2015

Page 5

B. Ryan moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board requests staff to bring back a report addressing community gardens in Airdrie."

Carried

Alderman Hegg attended the Mayor's Night of the Arts. The event was very successful and he would like to see Rob acknowledged for the huge success of the event.

M. Lock advised that Council's Appreciation Night was moved to February because April is a very busy month for volunteer recognitions. Council decided to move the Appreciation Night ahead of the busy volunteer time of year to make it a better opportunity for volunteers to participate.

The Chair adjourned the meeting of the Community Services Advisory Board at 8:17 p.m.

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2015-CSAB-008

Adoption of Agenda

March 9, 2015

2015-CSAB-009

Adoption of Minutes

February 9, 2015

COMMUNITY SERVICES ADVISORY BOARD

MARCH 9, 2015

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the Community Services Advisory Board of

the City of Airdrie, in the Province of Alberta, held in Council Chambers with the following:

PRESENT

Chair

Members

Staff

ABSENT WITH REGRETS

CALL TO ORDER


AGENDA APPROVAL

Alderman K. Hegg

K. Anderson

Alderman D. Belyk

L. Blanchette

Alderman F. Burley

D. MacEachen

R. McMullen

S. Quinn

B. Ryan

D. Dudeck

M. Lock

C. Macisaac

D. Tinkler

R. White

R. Van Biezen

D. MacEachen moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board agenda of

March 9, 2015 be accepted as circulated."

Carried

MINUTES

Alderman Burley moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board adopt

the minutes as presented of the regular meeting of February 9, 2015."

Carried

PRESENTATIONS

RxTGA Program Presentation

M. Nimmock, Executive Director, Highland Primary Care Network presented

information regarding the RxTGA (Prescription to Get Active) program. HPCN

is requesting that the City offer a one month pass to Genesis Place free of

charge to eligible participants of the RxTGA program for a period of one year.

It was questioned whether all doctors in Airdrie are on board with this

initiative. M. Nimmock advised that Airdrie has a supportive group of doctors

who will use the program at their discretion. Information and prescription pads

will be given to Airdrie doctors this week . In response to a question,

M. Nimmock advised that a process has not yet been created for doctors to

provide feedback to HPCN.

2015-CSAB-010

Recommends that Council give a one

Month free pass to Genesis Place

To participants of RxTGA Program

For period of one year


March 9, 2015

Page 2

A question arose with respect to the anticipated level of uptake and how that

might correlate to increased memberships at Genesis Place. T. Hokanson,

HPCN, advised that of 4,000 prescriptions written in the Leduc area, 8% were

redeemed. HPCN only has information on prescriptions that were redeemed

at a facility , and has no information on whether passes were purchased after

the free passes expired.

In response to a question, M. Nimmock advised that there is no standard

incentive. D. Dudeck advised that a free one month adult pass at Genesis

Place equates to an $80 incentive. M. Nimmock advised that the prescription

can only be redeemed once and that people must qualify for the prescription.

A comment was made that people have a lifetime pass to Airdrie's pathway

system. It would be great to see exercise outside of a facility tracked.

D. MacEachen moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board

recommends that Council endorses the request of the Highland Primary Care

Network for the City to participate in the Prescription to Get Active (RxTGA)

program and offer a one month pass to Genesis Place free of charge for a

period of one year."

Carried by a vote of 8 in favour, 1 opposed

Opposed: B. Ryan

B. Ryan advised that she opposed the motion because some people may

need more than one month to start getting active. B. Ryan suggested a

further incentive of a discounted rate for a second month. T. Hokanson

questioned whether everyone who goes through the RxTGA program could

qualify for a corporate membership at Genesis Place. D. Dudeck advised that

this would not fit within the present framework. An update will be brought to

Council during the latter half of the first year.

Airdrie Board of Youth Affairs- Chinook Winds Park Presentation

R. White introduced four members of the Airdrie Board of Youth Affairs, who

presented the current issues at the Chinook Winds Skatepark and possible

solutions. The issues are 1) children at the playground wandering into the

Skatepark area; and 2) inappropriate behavior in close proximity to children.

Possible solutions are 1) a fence or other barrier running the length of the

Skatepark, and 2) increased but positive year-round Police presence at the

Park. ABY A is also concerned about the lack of helmet use at the Skatepark and would like to see increased focus on safety for Skatepark users and

children.

It was questioned whether ABYA has contacted the RCMP about the

possibility of a group adopting the Skatepark and playing a supervisory role at

the Park. R. White advised that the group has only considered peers so far

and has concerns about untrained groups or individuals supervising the Park.

A comment was made that any \.Olunteer patrol would need to be similar to

Citizens on Patrol, i.e. observing but not engaging.

A suggestion was made that the fence/barrier issue be dealt with through an

Environmental Design program with the RCMP or Crime Prevention. ABYA

noted that separation is the issue as there have been problems with .

2015-CSAB-011

Accepts Report for Information

2015-CSAB-012

Accepts Report for information


March 9, 2015

Page 3

The Board commended the ABYA members for the work they are doing and

for coming forward with this information. The Chair thanked the ABYA

members for their report and advised that the Board's recommendations will

be forwarded to Corporate Communications and to Parks.

D. MacEachen mo1.ed "that the Community Services Advisory Board accepts

the Airdrie Board of Youth Affairs report for information."

Carried


There were no questions from the public.

BUSINESS ARISING

There was no business arising.

STAFF REPORTS

Bert Church Theatre Bar Service Information Report

D. Tinkler, Theatre Manager, provided information on the bar services offered

at Bert Church Theatre after a year of operation.

It was questioned whether the level of re1.enue is what was expected and what

the funds will be used for. D. Tinkler advised that this year is establishing a

benchmark as to where the le1.els should be. Another full year of re1.enues are

needed to compare numbers. The re1.enue goes to offset the costs of running

the facility. Mr. Tinkler noted that patrons appreciate the bar service and

there ha1.e been no incidents in the first year of operation.

L. Blanchette mo1.ed "that the Community Services Advisory Board accepts

the Bert Church Theatre Bar Service report for information."

Carried

Airdrie Intercity Express Route 900 Service Planning Alternatives

C. Macisaac, Transit Coordinator, presented Transit Service planning

alternati1.es for the ICE Route 900 service between Airdrie, Cross Iron Mills and

an LRT station in NE Calgary. The current route is paid for by Cross Iron Mills

and the City shares the fare box re1.enues with Crosslron Mills. C. Macisaac

advised that operating costs only are being co1.ered by Crosslron Mills, not

depreciation or capitalization.

It was questioned whether Crosslron Mills is willing to support Route 900 in

the same manner on a seven day per week contract. C. Macisaac confirmed

that Cross Iron Mills is willing to support the service on a se1.en day per week

basis and had approached the City about taking over the service se1.en days

per week.

It was questioned whether the City has considered having Route 900 go to

downtown Calgary to capture reverse flow customers. C. Macisaac advised

that Route 900 operates from a NE Calgary LRT station. This decreases the

2015-CSAB-013

Endorse recommendation to expand

ICE Route 900 to 7 days per week

Effective September 1, 2015

2015-CSAB-014

Endorse recommendation to

Expedite ICE Expansion Fleet and

Increase ICE Service Levels

Adjournment


March 9, 2015

Page4

distance being travelled and increases connectivity. Crosslron Mills did initiate a tourist type shuttle bus last summer but it was only seasonal in nature. In response to a question, C. Macisaac confirmed that the bus driver tracks Crosslron Mills employees for usage purposes.

L. Blanchette moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board endorses Alternative #2, expansion of ICE Route 900 to seven day per week service, effective September 1, 2015."

Carried

Airdrie Intercity Express Service Expansion

C. Macisaac presented Transit Service alternatives to expedite ICE expansion fleet and increase ICE service levels.

There was a question regarding whether there will be implications to ridership with the economic downturn. C. Macisaac advised that Transit does typically see a slight decrease in ridership when there is a significant decrease in the economy, but there has not been a decrease in ridership yet. If the City were to lease a bus, administration would ensure there is a level of flexibility in the contract to break the lease within a specified time period. In response to a question, C. Macisaac confirmed that if the City were to lease a bus, the owner of the bus would store and maintain the bus.

It was asked whether there will be a shift in ridership if Council approves the McKnight route. C. Macisaac advised that the Route 900 service will transport people at times other than peak periods and that earlier or later buses could be added.

L. Blanchette moved "that the Community Services Advisory Board endorses Alternative #3, expedite ICE expansion fleet and increase ICE service levels."

Carried

BOARD MEMBER REPORTS/QUESTIONS

R. McMullen advised that Internet access at Genesis Place has been very poor lately. M. Lock advised that the bandwidth capacity is constantly exceeded and then the system fails. The IT Department is looking at whether the City can afford to continue the service.

D. MacEachen thanked the City for the Volunteer Dinner and the generous thank you gift. Alderman Hegg noted that Council very much appreciates its volunteers.

Alderman Hegg advised that he really enjoys the interpretive signs along the City's pathway system and looks forward to seeing more.

Agenda Item 1

2015-L-017

Agenda Item 2

2015-L-018

Agenda Item 3

CITY OF AIRDRIE LIBRARY BOARD

MARCH 31 , 2015

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City of Airdrie Library Board,

held at the Airdrie Public Library, with the following :

PRESENT:

Members

Staff

Recording Secretary

Absent with Regrets

CALL TO ORDER

(Chair) D. Nelles

T. Daigle

D. Fedun

Alderman K. Hegg

K. Jessen-White

Alderman C. Kotson

S. Sweet

Director J. Jevne

M. Aalhus

K. Kirkpatrick-Lauzon

K. Rushford

M. Weger


MOTION: T. Daigle/K. Jessen-White CARRIED

That M. Weger be excused from the meet ing.

CHANGES TO AND ACCEPTANCE OF AGENDA

8.5 Telephone System

10. 1 .4 Marigold Services Grant

12 In Camera Session

MOTION: C. Kolson/D. Fedun CARRIED

That the agenda be accepted as amended .

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

The following amendments were noted to the minutes of the

February 24, 2015 meeting :

5.4 Library Membership Survey - A recommendation was made that

a notice be put on Library TV .. .

7. 1 . 1 Financial Report - The Board commended J . Jevne on

achieving almost 100% of budgeted Revenue and Expenses .

7. 2 FEC - Alderman Kolson noted that one possible option would be

for City staff to provide three different space options .

7. 6 Marigold Report - K. Jessen-White noted concern over the

2015-L-019

Agenda Item 4

Agenda Item 5

Agenda Item 5.1

Agenda Item 5.2

Agenda Item 5.3

Agenda Item 6

Agenda Item 6. 1

Agenda Item 6. 2

Agenda Item 6. 3

$650,000 surplus . ..

Regular Meeting of Airdrie Library Board

March 31, 2015

Page 2

MOTION: K. Jessen-White/C. Kolson CARRIED

That the minutes of the February 24, 2015 meeting be

approved as amended.

PUBLIC QUESTION AND ANSWER PERIOD

There were no questions from the public.

BOARD DEVELOPMENT AND ADVOCACY

Board Governance Workshop

This item was deferred to the next meeting.

Progress re Board Recruitment

Alderman Hegg advised that there have been some applications and

interviews will be held in the very near future .

Award Applications submitted in March

D. Nelles advised that nominations have been submitted for the

Minister's Awards of Excellent for Public Library Service and for the

Marigold Making a Difference Award . Board members were

encouraged to vote for the People's Choice Award. Library staff were

commended for putting the award packages together and for

representing Airdrie exceptionally well at the Provincial level.

BUSINESS ARISING FROM THE MINUTES

Minute Format

The consensus of the Board was to keep the anecdotal format that is

currently being used for the minutes.

Free Memberships vs Accessible Fines

J. Jevne attended a meeting with Marigold librarians and school

representatives . Calgary Public Library is giving away free

memberships to students in the Calgary area including Calgary

Catholic School Board members who reside in Airdrie. Calgary Public

Library may pay Airdrie for those memberships . The consensus of

the Board was that having lower f ines in Airdrie is preferable to giving

away free memberships.

City Survey: New Library Facility

This item will form part of the In Camera session.

Agenda Item 6 .4

Agenda Item 7

Agenda Item 7. 1

Agenda Item 7. 1 . 1

Agenda Item 7. 1 . 2

Agenda Item 8

Agenda Item 8.1

Conferences


March 31, 2015

Page 3

J. Jevne advised that K. Kirkpatrick and C. Alho attended the

Southern Alberta Library Conference. K. Jessen-White wil l be

attending the Alberta Library Conference as the Marigold

representative.

REPORTS

Financial Report

February Financial Statements

In response to a question, J. Jevne advised that the drastic increase in

Youth Memberships is due to the opening of Croxford High School. It

was suggested that the Board look at institutional memberships.

New Budget Lines

J. Jevne advised that some of the budget lines have been changed to

identify donations versus fund development events and sponsors versus

advocates. The budgeted amount for fund development in 2015 is

$27,550; in reality, we may reach $70,000. In response to a

question, J . Jevne advised that M . Aalhus is marketing as well as fund

development. The Board would like to see a line for Total Fund

Development and a line comparing 2015 Fund Development to same

period 2014. The Board would also like to see what percentage of

M. Aalhus' salary is marketing versus fund development, and the total

cost of M. Aalhus and the consultants versus total fund development

as at year end 2014, then semi-annually on a going forward basis.

J. Jevne will bring a report to the June meeting.

NEW BUSINESS

Fund Development - Presentation

M. Aalhus introduced John Phin, Director of The Goldie Company,

Western Canada offices, who gave a brief description of The Goldie

Company and his history in the industry. J. Phin and T. Shand will be

speaking with residents in Apri l in order to craft an effective fund

development program for Airdrie and to determine the community's

appetite for supporting a capital campaign. Mr. Phin will give an

interim report at the end of April.

A quest ion arose regarding Airdrie residents that work in Calgary and

donate through their employer. J. Phin advised that Goldie will be

gathering information on what motivates residents to give and to

where. Concern was raised that high income earners often do not use

the library. Mr. Phin advised that communication is key to people

seeing the value of the library to the community, whether or not they

are a library user. The library needs to position itself to be the charity

Agenda Item 7 (continued)

Agenda Item 7. 1 .3

Agenda Item 7. 2

Agenda Item 7. 3

Agenda Item 7 .4

Agenda Item 7 . 5


March 31, 2015

Page 4

of choice within the community.

A comment was made that people will question why fundraising is

necessary given that the library is funded by the City and the Province.

J. Phin advised that the reality is that government cannot fund

community-based programs and organizations to the full extent that the

community needs. The community is demanding the library to satisfy

its needs in greater ways, so the community should be invited to fill the

gap between funding sources and to help to build the library. Concern

was raised over the timing of a fund development program in the

current economy. Mr. Phin advised that the fund development program

will position the library for when the economy does improve.

Concern was raised that the current annual funding gap is close to

$100,000. It was questioned whether a capital campaign will affect

annual fundraising. J. Phin advised that a capital campaign will test the

donor base to make extraordinary gifts in addition to annual giving.

Planned giving is another aspect that will be explored. J. Jevne will

e-mail the City Finance Department for the City's projected contribution

for the new facility including the architect.

Reports (continued)

PLSB - 2015 Provincial Grant

J. Jevne advised that the 2015 Provincial Grant will be increased by

$0.10 per capita, based on 2014 population figures, which equates to

an increase of $87 ,575 for Airdrie. Ms. Jevne presented several

recommendations for use of the $87 ,575 . The Board asked for a

written recommendation for review at the April meeting as to where

staff would recommend these dollars be allocated .

Advocates for Airdrie Public Library

The committee had nothing new to report.

Personnel Committee Report

D. Nelles met with City Human Resources Department to discuss the

annual review process and will forward the information to the

Personnel Committee . J . Jevne advised that K. Kirkpatrick will be

leaving in August for maternity leave and discussed the proposed plan

to cover her position during her maternity leave .

Library Director's Report

J. Jevne presented the February 2015 Report to the Board and the

February/March Library Link.

Marigold Report

Agenda Item 8

Agenda Item 8. 2

Agenda Item 8.2.1

Agenda Item 8.2.2

Agenda Item 8.2 .3

Agenda Item 8.2.4

Agenda Item 8.3

Agenda Item 8.4


March 31, 2015

Page 5

K. Jessen-White advised that the next Marigold meeting will be held

tomorrow. J . Jevne noted a correction in the Marigold Services

grant.

NEW BUSINESS

Fund Development Discussion and Q & A

Board Report: Fund Development Consultant

D. Nelles presented a written report on progress of the Fund

Development Consultant from late January 2015 to date.

Population Graph

D. Nelles presented an updated Population Growth graph.

Board Report: May 291h Lions/APL Golf Tournament

M. Aalhus outlined the details of the event and the ways Board

members can help.

Board Report: Marketing and Advocacy Proposal

M . Aalhus presented a Report on the Marketing and Advocacy

Strategy for the new facility. Concern was raised that momentum

has fizzled and the message needs to be communicated on how vital

the library is to the community. It was suggested that the Board

promote the message to the community via the media. As this is

part of marketing the brand as opposed to fundraising, staff will be

writing the marketing plan . M. Aalhus suggested that community

leaders and library partners be asked to support the library at the City

level as well as financially. Alderman Hegg suggested that people

could tell their story through the media for public awareness but not

to specifically lobby Council. D. Nelles recommended that staff

provide a written overview of the marketing and advocacy plan, the

timelines, and what is needed from the Board. J. Jevne suggested

that Board members also be highlighted to the public. Photos of

individual and group Board members will be taken at the next Board

meeting.

City of Airdrie Community Satisfaction Survey

J. Jevne advised that the Library's importance ranking has decreased

from 70% to 65%. The satisfaction ranking has remained steady at

72%. Ms. Jevne noted that the Consultant has commented that the

Library's ranking is one of the highest they've ever seen.

Plan of Service Information

This item was deferred until the next meeting.

Agenda Item 8.5

Agenda Item 9

Agenda Item 9.1

Agenda Item 10

Agenda Item 11

Agenda Item 12

2015-L-020

2015-L-021

Telephone System


March 31, 2015

Page 6

J. Jevne advised that the City has moved to a VOiP system for

telephones. As the Library is still using digital, the City has offered to

gift some of their equipment to the Library. The equipment should last

8-10 years. The work to transfer the equipment over would cost

$7 ,500. Staff will research moving to VOiP system versus accepting

the gift in kind.

Board Paperwork

2015 Volunteer Hours

Board members were asked to review and complete their Volunteer

Hours for March 2015.

CIRCULATING INFORMATION AND CORRESPONDENCE

Board members were asked to review the Circulating information and

correspondence.

SUMMARY OF ACTION ITEMS FOR NEXT MEETING

ALL

Director

Chair

K. Jessen-White

IN CAMERA

Vote for People's Choice award

Arrange for Board member photos at next meeting.

Report to Board at June meeting on Marketing and

Fund Development at year end 2014 and to date.

E-mail City Finance for City's projected contribution

for new facility including architect.

Report to Board with recommendations for use of

increase in 2015 Provincial Grant.

Provide written overview of marketing and

advocacy plan, timelines and what is needed from

the Board.

Research VOiP system vs accepting gift in kind .

Forward information from City HR Department to

Personnel Committee re annual review process. I

Attend April 1 st Marigold meeting.

Attend Alberta Library Conference.

MOTION: K. Jessen-White/D. Fedun CARRIED That the Board enter In Camera at 9:03 p.m.

MOTION: C. Kolson/K. Jessen-White CARRIED

Agenda Item 13


March 31, 2015

Page 7

That the Board exit In Camera at 9:27 p.m.

ADJOURNMENT

The Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 9:28 p.m.

Chairman

2015-P-001 Approve Minutes November 18, 2014

CITY OF AIRDRIE MUNICIPAL POLICING ADVISORY BOARD

JANUARY 20, 2015

Minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City of Airdrie Municipal Policing Advisory Board, in the Province of Alberta, held in Council Chambers with the following:

PRESENT

Deputy-Mayor A Hunter (Chair) Alderman D. Belyk C. Gourlie C. Jacyk P. Prescesky

RCMP: lnsp G. Sage

STAFF: K. Kitiuk L. Mackenzie S. Pollyck M. Locking

K. Rushford (Recording Technician)

ABSENT WITH REGRETS

J-P. Dubreuil T. Schulz

CALL TO ORDER


AGENDA

Public Question Period was added to the agenda.

MINUTES

Alderman Belyk moved "that the minutes of the regular meeting of November 18, 2014 be approved as presented."

CARRIED


Ms. Charlene Maines, Range Road 13, distributed a handout and presented questions regarding Airdrie Peace Officers performing the duties of Animal Control Officers. Ms. Maines asked that the information be available for people at the upcoming open houses. M. Locking thanked Ms. Maines for bringing this information forward and confirmed that the information will be made available at the open houses and brought forward to Council. In response to the questions, Mr. Locking confirmed that Peace Officers are legislated to have a certain level of training which includes animal control training, and that Airdrie Officers do work with Calgary Animal Control and the Calgary Humane Society/Pound.

Drinking Establishment Bylaw

NEW BUSINESS

City of Airdrie Municipal Policing Advisory Board

January 20, 2015

Page 2

Drinking Establishment Bylaw

S. Pollyck presented a revised version of the proposed Drinking Establishment Bylaw addressing the concerns raised at the last meeting.

A comment was made that it is not clear that the definition of Drinking Establishment in Section 2(f) is applicable to both Class A and Class C establishments. S. Pollyck advised that staff will review the definition to make sure that it is clear.

It was questioned whether the information required in Section 6(a) and (b) should also be required in Section 17. S. Pollyck advised that the City Manager would not need to know that information but could specify that the information must be provided upon issuance of the license.

It was suggested that Section 15(e)(ii) be changed to require the manager and staff to "point out the location of the Drinking Establishment License so that it may be identified."

It was questioned why Section 16(c) requ1nng the owner of a drinking establishment "to remove Persons who are involved in illegal activities" contains the qualifier "such as drug possession or trafficking". The qualifier narrows the scope of activities that the drinking establishment will be looking for. S. Pollyck advised that the wording came directly from the City's legal counsel. lnsp Sage noted that Section 69.1 of the Gaming and Liquor Act gives the RCMP the ability to immediately remove people associated with known gangs from drinking establishments. Section 69.1 targets individuals, whereas Section 16(c) targets the drinking establishments which allow them entrance and also gives the owner of the establishment the tools to ask people to leave. Deputy-Mayor Hunter recommended that Section 16(c) mirror Section 69.1 of the Gaming and Liquor Act. lnsp Sage noted that there could be incidents every night under Sections 16(a) or (b) - ''To refuse entry to Persons who appear to be intoxicated or under the influence of drugs, or to remove persons whose behaviour becomes quarrelsome, riotous or disorderly".

It was suggested that Section 17(e) requiring the installation of a metal

detecting security gate be broadened to include metal detecting devices. It was questioned whether metal detecting wands would be required for a festival. S. Pollyck advised that special events may receive a different kind of license. Staff will check on that.

A question arose with respect to Section 32(f). S. Pollyck advised that an incident could go straight to a Provincial ticket; a municipal ticket does not have to be issued first.

It was noted that the Board's hope was to recoup some of the costs of Police attending at trouble establishments. A lot of administration is involved with the proposed Bylaw and it may actually cost the City money at this level. lnsp Sage suggested that the program could be enforced through Airdrie Safe Nights, which is cost neutral to the City. M. Locking noted that with Airdrie

2015-P-002

Table Drinking Establishment Bylaw

Pending further information

RCMP Police Report

Municipal Enforcement Statistics

City of Airdrie Municipal Policing Advisory Board

January 20, 2015

Page 3

Safe Nights, the RCMP proactively go to establishments, whereas this Bylaw is based on calls for service. lnsp Sage will work at creating a specific survey code for this type of call so that actual numbers can be presented to Council.

A question arose with respect to the collection of fines. S. Pollyck advised that establishments receiving a number of fines could be billed monthly or quarterly. A comment was made that fines need to be high enough to create a consequence. M. Locking noted that if the Bylaw is too onerous, it could put establishments out of business. lnsp Sage suggested that establishments could receive one free call for service. The one free call who bring their attention to the Bylaw. The number of fines will likely be higher at the beginning and then taper off as information gets out.

lnsp Sage recommended that since there have not been any major issues lately and the RCMP do have the tools to deal with problems, that approval of the Bylaw be delayed until all concerns are resolved.

Alderman Belyk moved "that the Drinking Establishment Bylaw be tabled and brought back with further information."

CARRIED

RCMP Police Report

lnsp Sage presented the Police Advisory Report for Fourth Quarter/Year End 2014 including statistical comparisons for Q4 and Year To Date.

Concern was raised over the increase in robberies. lnsp Sage advised that a program is coming that will target "travelling criminals". It was questioned whether there is a correlation between the number of robberies and the use of offensive weapons. lnsp Sage advised that the level of violence and the number of people willing to use violence is definitely going up.

It was noted that the Board had moved to go ahead with strategic plans for the 2016 budget season to have eight more officers hired by April of 2016. lnsp Sage noted that a letter must be sent to the Minister of Safety in Ottawa by the middle of June. The public expects that the level of service will go up. The RCMP need to know the areas they need to target and where they need to grow in the community. It was suggested that the Board work at engaging the business community to support programs such as COP and SRO's. We should also ask Corporate Communications to line up a public engagement evening to dialogue about trends and concerns. L. Mackenzie commented that the engagement for the Animal Control Bylaw will put the police in a good fight with the public.

Municipal Enforcement Statistics

L. Mackenzie, Team Leader, Municipal Enforcement, presented December Month End Statistics. There were a number of vicious dog incidents in 2014 and M.E. is looking forward to feedback on the new Animal Control Bylaw. Members of M.E. took part in the Events Committee and received positive feedback from the team. M.E. Is working well with the RCMP on traffic and helped with the evacuation at the recent gas leak and the Crown Shores condo flood.

City of Airdrie Municipal Poltcing Advisory Board

January 20, 2015

Page4

A question arose as to what is driving the big increase in Bylaw warnings and

why there is not a similar increase in tickets issued. L. Mackenzie advised that

M.E. has a full complement of staff who are proactive about educating people.

M. Locking advised that a large number of the warnings related to the snow

clearing Bylaw. The fees have since been adjusted so Bylaw officers feel more comfortable issuing tickets now.

ROUND TABLE

C. Gourlie - Is the second floor in the RCMP building operational now? lnsp Sage advised that Major Crimes and GIS are occupying the second floor and

another District is coming. Parking has not been a problem.

P. Prescesky - Residents want more police visibility on the streets. lnsp Sage

advised that there were gaps with the three watch system. The eight new

officers will be 100% front line, including the supervisor on the watch. The

priority is to have a supervisor on the road to deal with potential threats. At the next meeting, lnsp Sage will present where he foresees the gaps will be.

Alderman Belyk - Contractors are going door-to-door without a license and are

speeding through residential areas. There are unattached trailers and bins on

roadways.

Alderman Belyk - Have any groups come to the RCMP to get information out to the public on anti-bullying charges being laid? lnsp Sage advised that there has not been much pressure from groups coming to the police. Alderman

Belyk suggested that the Anti-Bullying group could bridge the gap between citizens and the police. M. Locking noted that lnsp Sage has been tasked with bring forward a report on the logistics of the anti-bullying Bylaw. lnsp Sage

advised that the police have lots of tools to deal with bullying, including the

Criminal Code which is stronger than the Bylaw, so it is unclear when the

Bylaw will be used. Concern was raised that money has been put into a fund

that will never be used if charges won't be laid. The dollars may need to be moved elsewhere so they can be used. M. Locking advised that after lnsp

Sage brings forward his report, amendments may be needed to the Bylaw.

lnsp Sage advised that there have not been many bullying issues in Airdrie. The priority should be awareness and education. There is also disconnect

with the schools - the Justice Minister and Education Minister need to educate

school boards that they do not have the right to decide what Is bullying.

Deputy-Mayor Hunter advised that he will be following up with the School

Division. It was recommended that Deputy-Mayor Hunter wait until after lnsp Sage gives his report (likely early in March).

Deputy Mayor Hunter - City needs to track the number of times large trucks

use the rural roads around Airdrie.

Deputy Mayor Hunter - Fences are being cut so that people can cut across the

CPR tracks. After the young person's death some years ago, there was a Jot

of emphasis on fixing fences and working with the CPR police. M. Locking will follow up with Parks.

lnsp Sage advised that Constable David Wynn's family has said their

goodbye's. Constable Wynn's funeral will be held in St. Albert and a few

City of Airdrie Municipal Policing Advisory Board January 20, 2015

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members from Airdrie will be attending. This tragedy may result in auxiliary constables in Alberta being armed.

ACTION PLAN Send letter requesting more officers to Minister of Safety in Ottawa by middle of June. Ask Corporate Communications to line up a public engagement evening to dialogue about trends and concerns. Follow-up with Parks re fixing fences adjacent to CPR tracks.

NEXT MEETING

The next regular meeting of the Municipal Policing Advisory Board will be held on Tuesday, March 17, 2015 at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers.

ADJOURNMENT

The Chair declared the meeting adjourned at 9:07 p.m.

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AGENDA REPORT


Subject: 2015 First Quarter Major Capital Projects Update Boards Routed Through: Date: Council Budget Committee 5/19/2015

Description

Council is being asked to accept the 2015 First Quarter Major Capital Projects Update Report for information. Background

The City’s capital budget includes a number of significant multi-year projects. Providing updates allows

for valuable information to be shared with the Committee and Council. The information provided for

each project identifies project scope, timelines and budget.

Four main areas in the organization deal with projects of this magnitude.

CORPORATE PROPERTIES

Projects under this area involve City facilities and are generally construction projects.

A. PARKS OPERATION BUILDING - CHINOOK WINDS - Project # 666

The operations facility is approximately 4,000 square feet, with a fenced in operations yard. The

satellite office acts as a base point for Parks and Public Works in the southwest quadrant of the city.

There are three bays for vehicle storage as well as office space, and a lunch room for staff working in

that area. The building has been designed with the possibility for future expansion when the need

arises to better serve the community.

Original Start Date:

Original Projected Completion Date:

Substantially Complete Occupation Date:

June 2014 April 13, 2015 April 13, 2014

Budget Summary

The original 2014 approved budget was $1,068,000. Small budget adjustments were made due to

some required change orders related to soil conditions. The additional costs were offset by other

projects and Parks operating items, for a total of $21,000.

Budget Actual Cost to March 31st Committed and Projected Costs to Project End

Total Projected

$1,089,000 $799,744 $289,256 $1,089,000

Changes to Scope

The small overage has been mitigated with savings identified in Parks.

Current Issues and Risks – None.

Project Milestones

This project is completed and is being used for its intended purpose. Deficiencies are being

completed and it is anticipated that all deficiencies will be rectified within the next few weeks.

B. CIVIC SPACES - Project #662

PHASE I - 2 HIGHLAND PARK WAY

This project as a whole incorporated two individual phases: the first phase involved tenant

improvements at 2 Highland Park Way on the second floor in the undeveloped space. Initially that

project was to be 5,500 square feet at 2 Highland Park Way and 26 staff were to be relocated.

Phase Original Start Date:


Substantially Complete Occupation Date:

Phase I March 2, 2015 June 29, 2015 July 6, 2015

Phase II December 2015

Budget Summary

The original 2015 approved budget was $1,350,000 and was based on the facility plan. Administration

is finding that other components should be included as it seems logical to proceed with major

maintenance items such as carpets and painting, when work stations are being moved.

Phase Budget Actual Cost to March 31st

Committed and Projected Costs to Project End

Total Projected

Phase I $800,000 $1,000,000 $1,000,000

Phase II $550,000 $350,000 $350,000

Changes to Scope

In order to realize economies of scale the scope changed to develop the full 7,200 square feet.

Administration will now have full potential to relocate a total of 61 staff to accommodate staff growth at

City Hall. A parking lot to accommodate the 61 staff was constructed across from 2 Highland Park

Way in conjunction with the project.

Project Milestones - Phase I

Preliminary design 100% complete

Detailed design 100% complete

Tender/Award 100% complete

Construction 50% complete

Current Issues and Risks - None at this time.

PHASE II - CITY HALL

The second phase of the Civic Spaces project was the addition of the mezzanine above the new

Customer Service counter at City Hall. This involved total reconfiguration of all existing work stations to

improve on circulation and various departmental needs, and construction of offices and a meeting

room. Prior to completing the necessary drawings an Engineering review was completed for the

addition of the mezzanine and it was discovered the cost of the project would outweigh the benefit of

adding 10 additional work stations. Even though City Hall will not see an increase in seating capacity

for the short term, 2 Highland Park will have a surplus of approximately 7 seats based on 2017 staffing

projections.

Changes to Scope

While the construction and reconfigurations are occurring at City Hall, staff will further assess the need

to update the front counter, replace the carpet in the non-public areas and paint throughout City Hall.

The carpet replacement was originally budgeted for 2016. As a maintenance project; however, it will

be more cost effective to perform this work in conjunction with the reconfiguration. Once pricing has

been received, staff will bring the second phase of the civic spaces forward for discussion, complete

with alternatives and possible budget adjustment requests.

Project Milestones – Phase II





Current Issues and Risks

Possibility that more detailed costing will leave a budget shortfall.

C. VETERANS FIRE STATION – Project #193

This project involves the construction of the new fire station, and the decommissioning of the Main

Street Fire Hall. Veterans Station will be a total of 10,700 square feet which will include; apparatus

bays, meeting room, offices, living areas for both Airdrie Fire Department and Alberta Health Services,

and ancillary spaces.



Revised Projected Completion Date

April 2015 April 2016 May 2016

Budget Summary

The approved 2014 budget was $3,649,300. A budget adjustment was approved by Council for an

additional $2,338,200 due to a change in scope. This includes the construction of the Alberta Health

Services portion which will be paid back to the City of Airdrie over the term of the lease. Currently the

project is forecasted to remain on budget.


Total Projected

$5,987,500 $324,489 $5,663,011 $5,987,500

Changes to Scope - N/A

Project Milestones




Drywall installation 75% complete

Mud and taping 30% complete

Finish sanding 0% complete

Finishes 0% complete


PARKS AND PUBLIC WORKS

Projects under this area involve maintaining City roads, parks, water and sewer.

A. EAST LAKE STORM WATER IRRIGATION PUMP - Project #473

This project was started in 2013, and in 2015 was to include the pump with filtration system, electrical

servicing, a structure to house the system and abandoning the existing infrastructure that will no

longer be required.




2013 December 2015

Budget Summary

The original 2012 approved budget was $265,200. Design funds were spent in the amount of

$52,580. This project was then re-budgeted and approved in the 2015 budget for $687,980.


Total Projected

$740,560 $52,580 $0 $52,580

Changes to Scope

Due to the project estimate coming in significantly over budget, it has been cancelled. The cost

benefit of the project does not make financial sense at this time.

Project Milestones





Current Issues and Risks -N/A

B. SPRAY PARK PHASE II - Project #663

This project is in phase two of the existing spray park. It includes an extension of the concrete pad,

new play equipment, and an upgrade to the water treatment system and picnic area.




January 2015 July 2015 September 2015

Budget Summary


Total Projected

$893,900 $0 $893,900 $893,900

Changes to Scope -N/A

Project Milestones






The contractor was not able to meet the spring schedule due to design and spray component delays;

therefore, Parks will proceed with the shade sails, furniture and fencing in May. The spray park

component of the project will be completed after September long weekend when the spray park is

scheduled to close for the end of the summer season.

There is a communication plan coming forward to the public due to the project being delayed. It is

best to commence the project later in the season to eliminate the need to shut down the spray park

during the summer.

The contract is being signed, conditional to Alberta Health approval.

C. WEST LIFT STATION BUILD OUT - Project #411

The wastewater pumping system requires an upgrade due to growth pressures. This project is to

complete the second stage to the upgrade of the West Station as per original design build-out (2008).

The current capacity of the facility is equivalent to a population of 21,580. This upgrade equates to an

additional population capacity of 4,790 persons for a total population of 26,370.The contemplated

2016 work adds an additional capacity to accommodate 7,580 persons to bring the total capacity to

service a population of 31,120 There is an additional upgrade contemplated for 2019 which will

maximize the flow capacity of this facility and equate to a population of 38,700. These capacities are

complemented by the Main Lift Station which combined will be able to accommodate a population

equivalent of 78,700 by end of 2019.




February 2015 December 2015

Budget Summary


Total Projected

$1,605,000 $0 $1,605,000 $1,605,000


Project Milestones






D. SOUTH RESERVOIR GENERATOR AND ELECTRICAL UPGRADE - Project #583

This original project included inspecting all pumps, restoring pumps to specification, upgrading

mechanical seals to conserve water, replacing all motors with premium efficiency models, remove

process piping from original build, installing generator and maintaining the service transfer switch for

this facility. It also includes installing PLCs with fiber optic communication links and protocols and

installing a new machinery control center with modern VFDs.




July 2015 December 2015 2016

Budget Summary

The original 2014 budget for design was $194,250 and for the 2015 budget for construction was

$2,235,540.


Total Projected

$2,429,790 $128,805 $2,300,985 $2,429,790

Changes to Scope

Went to tender, however budget was insufficient to complete all work in 2015. Large component of out

of country sourced equipment severely affected cost. The entire project was re-assessed and phased.

Critical work for 2015 was re-tendered. Administration will seek approval from Council to complete

necessary but non critical work in 2016.

This 2015 project includes: inspecting pumps 5 and 6 and restoring the pumping system to

specification, replacing pumps 1,2, and 3 with higher volume units, upgrading seals to conserve water,

replace all motors with premium efficiency models, remove obsolete process piping from original build,

install generator, main service transfer switch for this facility. Installing PLCs (programmable logic

controllers) with fiber optic communication links and protocols and installing new machinery control

center with modern VFDs (variable frequency drive controllers). This is all critical work to be completed

in 2015 to ensure reliable service delivery.

Contemplated work for 2016 includes: removing the 100hp engine driven pump and replacing with 250

HP electric, installing a chlorine gas scrubber to mitigate against possible leaks, paint out interior of

building, replace/add safety lighting, epoxy floor coating, install vault in yard with flow meter and

reservoir fill valve, upgrades to yard and fences to meet current standards for water security.

Project Milestones





Current Issues and Risks - N/A

COMMUNITY SERVICES

Projects under this area involve public transit.

A. TRANSIT PARK & RIDE - Project #608

This project was designed and tendered in 2014. Given the location of lands (south end of Main

Street) the project scope of work was expanded to include: the extension of water and waste water

services and an extension to Main Street. The increased scope of work increased the project costs.




2013 December 2014 October 2015

Budget Summary

The original 2014 approved budget was $1,184,820. $43,849 of this was spent and the project was

put on hold and re-budgeted for $3,500,000 in 2015.


Total Projected

$3,543,849 $286,562 $3,257,287 $3,543,849


Project Milestones





Current Issues and Risks - None at this time

B. LEISURE POOL LIFECYCLE - Project #232

This project involved retiling the aquatic area. The procurement process for the project resulted in

only one bid and the proposed bid price being higher than the approved project budget.




November 2014 October 2015

Budget Summary

The 2015 original budget was $1,409,800. Council amended the 2015 Leisure Pool Lifecycle capital

budget by $523,069 to allow for the entire scope of work to be completed during the 3 month aquatic

facility closure.


Total Projected

$1,932,869 $0 $1,932,869 $1,932,869


Project Milestones






ENGINEERING

Projects under this area involve the development of a safe and reliable road network and utility

system.

A. 40th AVENUE – REYNOLDS GATE TO MAIN STREET - Project # 763

This project consists of the construction of a new two-lane overpass of the CPR tracks connecting to

Main Street.




April 2014 December 2016

Budget Summary

The original approved budget was $10,271,400. The design and relocation of services for this project

$1,239,000 (were originally budgeted as phase 2 of project 212 – these costs were moved into this

project in 2015, to ensure the full project was costed appropriately. The project is currently forecasted

to remain on budget.


Total Projected

$11,510,400 $584,052 $11,510,400 $11,510,400


Project Milestones



Tender/Award TBD



Current issues being faced are negotiating land acquisitions and cost sharing agreement with the

developer as well as obtaining approval for temporarily crossing the CPR tracks.

Approvals and land acquisition may delay the project.

B. ROAD REHABILITATION PROGRAM - Various Project #s

This project consists of the pavement rehabilitation, curb replacement (as necessary) and the re-

application of line markings to extend the life of the road infrastructure, assets owned by Airdrie

residents for the following roads:

Yankee Valley Boulevard and 8th Street – westbound left turn lane

Yankee Valley Boulevard and Coopers Crossing Gate – westbound left turn lane

Yankee Valley Boulevard and Chinook Winds Drive – westbound left turn lane

8th Street Pathway – East side to south of Coopers Drive

TWP Road 274 – West of 8th Street to 0.8 km West

Main Street – Erin Drive to Allen Street

Albert Street – Albert Crescent SE to Centre Avenue

Edmonton Trail SE – 2nd Avenue SE to 3rd Avenue SE

Edmonton Trail SE – 3rd Avenue SE to 150 m South

East Lake Boulevard – Meadowbrook Drive to Big Springs Drive

East Lake Avenue – East Lake Ramp to East Lake Link intersection

East Lake Link – East Lake Crescent to East Lake Avenue

RR 293 – North of Highland Park to 1.6km North




June 2015 October 2015

Budget Summary

The original approved budget was $3,010,930. Currently the project is forecasted to remain on

budget.


Total Projected

$3,010,930 $0 $3,010,930 $3,010,930


Project Milestones



Tender/Award Pre-Qualified Stage



C. 2nd AVENUE WATERMAIN REPLACEMENT/REHAB - Project # 624

This project includes a water main replacement, road rehabilitation and new water services to

residents.




June 2015 October 2015

Budget Summary

The original approved budget was $1,825,600. The project is currently forecasted to remain on

budget.


Total Projected

$1,825,600 $44,206 $1,781,394 $1,825,600


Project Milestones



Tender/Award Pre-Qualified Stage



It is critical that Inserta valves be installed to control the water system.

Ensuring reliable temporary water supply to affected residents.

D. TRAFFIC SIGNALS - Project # 23

This project involves construction of new traffic signals and upgrades to existing traffic signals to

provide warranted traffic control and introduce operational enhancements to improve safety and traffic

flow on the transportation network. The following locations for new traffic signals are:

Kingsview Boulevard and Market Boulevard – new traffic signal

Coopers Drive and 8th Street – new traffic signal

Original Start

Date: Original Projected Completion

Date: Revised Projected Completion Date

June 2015 September 2015

Budget Summary

The original approved budget was $820,665. The project is currently forecasted to remain on budget.


Total Projected

$820,665 $7,653 $813,012 $820,665


Project Milestones



Tender/Award Awarded to CANA Construction



Working with the contractor to ensure timely scheduling of the new traffic signals.

E. 40th AVENUE (EAST) – 8th STREET TO REYNOLDS GATE - Project # 212

This project consists of constructing a new two-lane divided road between 8th Street and Reynolds

Gate. This is the first step towards a new connection to Highway 2. This project will increase east-

west transportation capacity and connectivity for development in Morningside, Coopers, Hillcrest,

Windsong and a future connection to Sierra Springs.




June 2014 September 2016

Budget Summary


budget.

Budget Actual Cost to March 31st


Total Projected

$5,338,060 $2,551,470 $2,786,590 $5,338,060


Project Milestones

Preliminary design (Stage 1) 100% complete

Detailed design (Stage 1) 100% complete

Tender/Award (Stage 1) 100 % complete

Construction (Stage 1) 90% complete

Toplift (Stage 1) 0% complete


F. 40th AVENUE (WEST) – 8th STREET TO WINDSONG BOULEVARD - Project # 436

This project involves construction of a two-lane divided roadway between 8th Street and Windsong

Boulevard. The Windsong developer constructed and front-ended costs of the project to facilitate build

out of the Windsong (north) neighbourhood. This is the first stage of the 40th Avenue to connect 8th

Street and 24th Street.




March 2013 September 2016

Budget Summary

The original approved budget was $4,017,431. The project is currently forecasted to be under budget.



Total Projected

$4,017,431 $896,269 $2,281,051 $3,177,320


Project Milestones



Streetlights 100 % complete

Landscaping/pathway 90% complete

Toplift paving 0% complete (2016)


G. YANKEE VALLEY BOULEVARD – EAST LAKE BOULEVARD TO KINGS HEIGHTS GATE - Project # 211

This project involves the construction of a new four-lane roadway from East Lake Boulevard to Kings

Heights Gate to increase the east/west transportation capacity and connectivity for residential

development in Kings Heights and Ravenswood.




May 2014 October 2014 October 2016

Budget Summary


budget. Landscaping and asphalt toplift are budgeted separately in 2015 and 2016.



Total Projected

$3,913,920 $3,083,213 $830,707 $3,913,920


Project Milestones



Tender/Award Awarded to Rubydale Asphalt Works (2006) Ltd


Landscaping 90% complete

Toplift paving 0% complete


H. RESERVOIR PUMPHOUSE – WEST AIRDRIE - Project # 213

This project involves the construction of a new Reservoir and Pump Station to increase the water

supply and capacity for growth.




May 2013 July 2015

Budget Summary

The original approved budget was $13,028,000. The project is currently forecasted to be under

budget.


Total Projected

$13,028,000 $7,009,804 $3,990,196 $11,000,000


Project Milestones

Preliminary design 100% complete (funded in 2013)

Detailed design 100% complete (funded in 2013)

Tender/Award Awarded to Maple Reinders Inc.



Coordinating connection of distribution mains to Pumphouse.

I. 24th STREET ROAD CONSTRUCTION - Project # 163

This project involves upgrading 24th Street to a two-lane undivided roadway to increase north/south

transportation capacity and provide a high quality paved arterial road connection between Yankee

Valley Boulevard and Veterans Boulevard.




June 2012 June 2014 September 2015

Budget Summary


budget. Project savings due to scope reductions were realized from a refinement of the design.


Total Projected

$7,256,150 $6,658,396 $435,449 $7,093,845


Project Milestones

Traffic signal 100% complete

Toplift 100% complete

Landscaping/Pathway 80% complete

Season Deficiencies 0% complete


Ensure road drainage does not impact residents and adjacent landowners.

Recommendation: That Council accepts the report entitled “2015 First Quarter Capital Projects

Update” for information.

Chris Reason Property & Project Manager

Archie Lang Operations Manager, Parks and Public Works

Michelle Lock Director of Community Services

Bob Neale Team Leader, Engineering Services

Presenter: Chris Reason, Archie Lang, Michelle Lock, Bob Neale Attachments:

AGENDA REPORT

Meeting Date (M/D/Y): 05/19/2015 Subject: 2015 First Quarter Budget Update Boards Routed Through: Date:

Council Budget Committee City Council

05/19/2015 05/19/2015

Description:

Council is being asked to accept the 2015 First Quarter Budget Update for information.

Background:

Revenue and expense projections based on 2015 first quarter activity produced a deficit of $156,985 which is 0.14 per cent of the 2015 operating budget ($111,408,041).

Section A: GENERAL OPERATIONS

Like prior years, high growth was experienced in the first quarter of 2015. It is evident that these

pressures of high growth will not continue throughout 2015.

Development activity in the community is an important factor as the issuance of development

permits prompts the cycle of service needs and influences workloads across the organization.

At the end of first quarter, 286 certificates of compliance, 18 development permit applications

and 20 statutory plan amendments were issued, and 211 lots were applied for. There was one

actual signed subdivision servicing agreement as at March 31, 2015, encompassing 12.75

acres.

Building Inspections permitting activity for the first quarter of 2015 remained on par with budget

(28 per cent of budget) as there were a total of 163 house permits ($233,768), two apartment

permits ($112,024), 6 duplex permits ($6,368) and 54 townhouse permits ($48,504) issued.

There were two new commercial permits issued in March, and the remaining permits were

leasehold improvements, HVAC and accessories. First quarter re-inspection fees totaled

$32,770 as inspectors were kept busy with addressing issues with builders. The department is

forecasting a seven per cent decrease in overall revenues ($278,320) till year-end due to the

economic slowdown.

First Quarter results are projecting a $200,000 decrease in interest revenue as three high

interest bonds were called in March and new investments are at lower rates due to the Bank of

Canada rate-cut in the beginning of the year. Due to the uncertainty of the MSI grant funds,

$180,000 was budgeted for 2015 for the operating portion. The recent budget announcement

has confirmed that the MSI operating funding for 2015 will remain status quo at $365,390 which

will result in more revenue of $185,000.

The City of Airdrie’s census program is projecting $174,000 higher in revenues from other

municipality’s service contracts. A higher expense of $24,000 has been noted for the iPad

shipping and cellular charges bringing the net revenue $146,000 higher than budget.

First quarter results are showing a decline in revenue for Genesis Place – a decrease of

$184,000 is projected for annual pass, rentals, and weight/fitness programs sales due to the

economic slowdown. On the other hand, the recreation facility is seeing increased revenues of

$94,000 in aquatics, leases/multi-use space rentals and arenas ice rentals. The decrease in

revenue is being offset by savings in expenses of approximately $63,000 for personnel costs

and other contracted services (janitorial) as a result of some service delivery refinements.

Overall, Genesis Place is projecting to be almost on budget (shortfall of $27,000).

Savings of $447,350 in salaries, wages and benefits have been forecast for 2015 at the end of

the first quarter. This is mainly due to known vacant positions within the City. $555,420 (1.5 per

cent of non-union personnel costs) has been projected accordingly to take into account the staff

vacancies. Quarter one projection for salary savings is indicating a shortfall with respect to

reaching the 1.5 per cent budgeted adjustment. Historically, the City of Airdrie has experienced

a number of delays and vacancies in hiring people and it is likely that future budget updates will

see additional savings. However, it is important to note that the job market is very different than

that of previous years, considering the drop in the price of oil and many layoffs experienced

throughout the Province.

Additional information regarding projections to year-end can be obtained from Attachment #1

(variances on the 2015 budget by department with an impact of greater than or less than

$25,000 have been listed - 2015 Q1 Operating Variance).

The IT Operating Budget Pool was approved at $40,000 for 2015. $82,090 was carried forward

from 2014. There have not been any projects approved to the end of the first quarter.

Section B: UTILITY OPERATIONS

2015 first quarter results are indicating that Water, Sewer, Waste and Recycling Services are on

track with budget and expected contributions to the operating fund will be met.

Section C: CAPITAL

The capital budget project summary as of March 31, 2015, is also attached for your information

(Attachment #2). The total capital budget for 2015 is $75.5MM which includes carry forward

projects from 2014. The original 2015 budget was approved at $45.3MM and carry forwards

from 2014 amounted to $26.1MM. Costs to date have been minimal and total $3.0MM.

Items that have been added to the original budget include the following:

Additional funds for the Veterans fire station (funded by MSI): $2,338,200

Purchase of an additional ICE Bus (funded from Grants): $833,600

Purchase of two community shuttles (funded from Grants): $286,400

Additional funds for the leisure pool upgrade (funded by MSI): $523,069

Additional funds for the purchase of census iPads (funded through operating): $51,000

Additional funds for the construction of the parks building (funded through

operating/capital): $21,000

The IT Capital Budget Pool was approved at $485,000 for 2015. $110,210 was carried forward

from 2014. No adjustments have been made to the pool as of March 31, 2015.

Boards Routed Through: N/A


1. Council can choose to accept the 2015 First Quarter Budget Update report as

presented.

The projected deficit of $156,985 for the first quarter is not substantial. It is difficult to

make projections this early in the year. Second and third quarter budget updates will

allow for more accurate projections to year-end. Majority of the departments have seen

business as usual during the first quarter.

2. Council can choose not to accept the report and/or amend the report and require staff to

return with further information.

Corporate Communications: The 2015 First Quarter Budget Update will be posted to the City

website.

Recommendation: That Council accepts the 2015 First Quarter Budget Update for information.

Palki Biswas, MBA Team Leader, Financial Services & Taxation

Presenter: Palki Bisw as, Team Leader Financial Services & Taxation

Review er: Lucy Wiw charuk, Director Corporate Services

Attachments: 1. 2015 Q1 Operating Variance 2. 2015 Q1 Capital Variance

Property Taxes & General Revenue

Property Taxes & General Revenue (49,259,700) (49,250,090) 9,610 Three high interest bonds were called in Quarter one, new investments are at

lower rates due to Bank of Canada rate cut in January 2015 which will result in a

decrease in interest revenue (+$200,000); The Alberta Government confirmed

the MSI operating funding for 2015 will remain status quo as opposed to being

reduced which results in more revenue (-$185,000).

Total Property Taxes & General Revenue (49,259,700) (49,250,090) 9,610

City Council

Council 453,030 453,030

Total City Council 453,030 453,030

City Manager

City Manager 546,300 524,300 (22,000) Savings in personnel costs due to staff vacancies (two-month delay in hiring the

2015 intergovernmental liasion position).

Corporate Communications 867,940 867,940

Legislative Services 1,027,450 1,077,450 50,000 Increase in legal fees in 2015 based on 2014 actual legal activity.

Records/Insurance/Risk Mgmt 1,499,430 1,452,430 (47,000) Savings in personnel costs due to staff vacancies (term position).

Total City Manager 3,941,120 3,922,120 (19,000)

People & Organizational Effectiveness

Human Resources 1,750,690 2,162,450 411,760 Savings of $447,350 in salaries, wages and benefits has been forecast for 2015.

Higher PIR rebate for 2014 received than budget (-$36,000).

Business Strategy 1,275,220 1,275,285 65

Total People & Organizational Effectiveness 3,025,910 3,437,735 411,825

Corporate Services

Technical Services 1,665,220 1,667,210 1,990

Data Services 1,343,010 1,197,165 (145,845) Higher census revenue (net) than budget.

Financial Services 1,294,990 1,269,990 (25,000) Savings in personnel costs due to staff vacancies (three-month delay in hiring

the 2015 financial analyst position).

Taxation 152,380 59,440 (92,940) Savings in personnel costs due to staff vacancies (Manager position).

Procurement & Accounts Payable 969,160 916,070 (53,090) Savings in personnel costs in Procurement due to a buyer position being

contracted out (-$53,000).

Assessment 1,026,690 976,630 (50,060) Savings in personnel costs due to staff vacancies (Manager position -$91,000) &

addition of a temporary position to the end of the year (+$41,000).

Total Corporate Services 6,451,450 6,086,505 (364,945)

Community Safety

Police Protection 5,903,110 5,904,110 1,000

Fire Protection 12,601,430 12,559,630 (41,800) Higher call volumes & incident calls have resulted in higher fire response fees.

Emergency Management 75,070 87,200 12,130

Municipal Enforcement 493,500 512,000 18,500 Increase in purchased services for the kennel contract.

Building Inspections (1,813,710) (1,535,390) 278,320 Building Inspections permit revenue projected at 7% reduction based on lower

construction estimates & a slowdown in the residential sales market as a result

of the economic slowdown.

Corporate Properties (399,070) (399,070)

Total Community Safety 16,860,330 17,128,480 268,150

Community Infrastructure

Fleet 1,189,830 1,189,830

Public Works Roads 6,263,730 6,263,730

Engineering Services 333,500 333,500

Planning 980,280 870,280 (110,000) Savings in personnel costs due to staff vacancies (Team Leader position vacant

for some months, Planners, Sustainability Coordinator).

Parks Operations 4,359,360 4,359,360

Parks Development 347,900 347,900

2015

Budget

1st Quarter

Projection

Budget to

Projection

Difference

Explanation of

Variance

City of Airdrie

1st Quarter Variance Summary

March 31, 2015

Total Community Infrastructure 13,474,600 13,364,600 (110,000)

Community Services

Building Operations 978,630 992,155 13,525

Transit 1,338,650 1,289,540 (49,110) Savings in contracted services for ACCESS trips to Calgary (-$14,000) due to

new service model, lower demand for service hours & fuel costs; Decrease in

ICE contracted services (-$5,000) due to lower fuel costs; Projected variance in

Local transit reflects 5% increase for ridership & anticipated growth for Cross

Iron trips (-$29,000).

Social Planning 423,990 423,990

Economic Development 816,080 816,080

Airdrie Housing Limited 150,000 150,000

Genesis Place 2,148,890 2,175,940 27,050 Aquatics: Increase in youth swim & advanced aquatic revenues (-$20,000)

resulting from adding more private lessons & demands for extra courses;

Leisure & Dryland: Decrease in revenues (+$26,000) due to less pickleball

teams, daycamps, preschool programs & party room rentals than anticipated;

Weight & Fitness: Decrease in registered adult weight/fitness programs

(+$18,000) due to increased program competition;

Administration: Decrease in annual pass sales (+$140,000) due to the economic

downturn & aquatics area shutdown which is offset by an increase of Lifemark

lease & multi-use space rent (-$18,000) & savings in personnel costs (-$30,000);

Field House: Increase in field house rentals (-$10,000);

Operations: Decrease in janitorial contracted services due to cleaning field house

by city staff (-$33,000); Twin arena: Higher ice rental revenues due to

unbudgeted tournament (-$45,000).

Arena Operations 594,510 552,390 (42,120) Increased ice rental revenues due to unbudgeted tournament in March and other

bookings.

Community Development 851,990 863,990 12,000

Bert Church Theatre 277,260 277,260

Culture 1,886,540 1,886,540

Total Community Services 9,466,540 9,427,885 (38,655)

Environmental Services

Water Utility (2,255,810) (2,255,810)

Sewer Utility (2,157,470) (2,157,470)

Waste & Recycling Services

Total Environmental Services (4,413,280) (4,413,280)

Total City of Airdrie 156,985 156,985

2015

Budget

1st Quarter

Projection

Budget to

Projection

Difference

Explanation of

Variance

City of Airdrie

1st Quarter Variance Summary

March 31, 2015

Projects Carried ForwardCF

Traffic Signals000023

Engineering Structure - General6-610 820,655 7,653 Traffic signal at Kingsview Blvd to be

completed by May 2015 and new traffic

signal at Coopers Drive / 8th Street is

being initiated.

Total 000023 Traffic Signals 820,655 7,653

Land Acquisition000026

Land6-640 1,814,325 October 2015 - currently processing

offers to purchase with land owners.

Total 000026 Land Acquisition 1,814,325

Sign Program000037

Engineering Structure - General6-610 36,532 Sign has been installed at Chinook

Winds, waiting on landscaping and

waiting on Jensen sign to be installed,

this is a continuation of the 2014 sign

program.

Total 000037 Sign Program 36,532

Chinook Winds Site Development000051

Land Improvements6-641 6,015 This is a continuation from 2014 to do

the final seeding in Chinook Winds park.

Total 000051 Chinook Winds Site Development 6,015

8th Street - 40th Ave to City Limits000054

Engineering Structure - General6-610 50,000 8,667 Project complete.

Total 000054 8th Street - 40th Ave to City Limits 50,000 8,667

Information Management System000083

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 69,596 The Needs Assessment has been

completed for the EDRMS project and

presented to SLT. As the temporary

Records position remains unfilled, staff

will be accessing unused consulting

dollars to assist with the foundation

pieces to be completed during 2015.

Completion will occur prior to year end.

Total 000083 Information Management System 69,596

Irrigation000085

Engineering Structure - General6-610 154,301 First draft of RFP is being developed.

Total 000085 Irrigation 154,301

Main St Lift Station Upgrade000092

Engineering Structure - General6-610 10,523 7,977 Project complete.

Total 000092 Main St Lift Station Upgrade 10,523 7,977

Water Supply Line to Calgary000093

Engineering Structure - General6-610 624,251 8,117 FAC maintenance work to be

completed by October 2015

Total 000093 Water Supply Line to Calgary 624,251 8,117

Building Alarm System Twin Arena000135

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 1,981 1,981 Project was completed January 31,

2015.

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Total 000135 Building Alarm System Twin Arena 1,981 1,981

Unmanned Recycling Facility000150

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 98,715 No land has been provided for this

project. End of Q2 we will have

information from our consultation on

where we are proceeding with respect

to blue box options.

Total 000150 Unmanned Recycling Facility 98,715

24th Street Extension Yankee Valley to Sagewood000163

Engineering Structure - General6-610 400,000 Awaiting final billing and FAC

maintenace work to be completed.

Drainage issues to be looked into,

expected completion in Q3.

Engineering Structures - Medians and Blvd6-615 197,754 Sod installation in the east boulevards

to be completed in spring 2015.

Total 000163 24th Street Extension Yankee Valley to Sagewood 597,754

Veterans Fire Station000193

Buildings - General Construction6-620 5,274,490 750 The project is scheduled to finish April

2016.

Buildings - Design & Engineering6-621 221,406 3,835 Design, drawings, tender 100%

complete, construction started April 20,

2015.

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 171,700 The purchase of necessary equipment

will be prior to project end.

Total 000193 Veterans Fire Station 5,667,596 4,585

YVB - Upgrade ELB to KHG000211

Engineering Structure - General6-610 804,649 228,712 Streetlighting move to be completed,

pedestrian lights and signage to be

installed and the purchase and sale of

RVC works yard still to be completed.

Toplift in 2016.

Engineering Structures - Medians and Blvd6-615 254,770 Currently in design and RFP stage

Total 000211 YVB - Upgrade ELB to KHG 1,059,419 228,712

40th Ave - 8th Street to Reynolds Gate000212

Engineering Structure - General6-610 1,571,066 29,458 Stage 1 - atco gas utility work to be

completed and pathway. Toplift to be

completed in 2016.

Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 (303,954) (420,452) Stage 2 design budget and costs from

2014 have been moved to project

000763.

Engineering Structures - Medians and Blvd6-615 370,462 Design complete - at tender stage.

Total 000212 40th Ave - 8th Street to Reynolds Gate 1,637,574 (390,994)

Reservoir Pumphouse - South Windsong000213

Engineering Structure - General6-610 7,971,945 1,167,920 Project estimated to be under budget

(2,000,000).

Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 351,690 77,127 On-going construction management.

Total 000213 Reservoir Pumphouse - South Windsong 8,323,635 1,245,047

Railway Ave - CPR Crossing000219


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Engineering Structure - General6-610 233,662 Project complete and awaiting

developer contribution for sidewalk.

FAC concrete warranty to be carried

over to 2015.

Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 495 Project complete.

Total 000219 Railway Ave - CPR Crossing 234,157

Genesis Place - Phase 3 Twin Arena000228

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 10,000 Lights have been ordered. Expected

completion by Q3.

Total 000228 Genesis Place - Phase 3 Twin Arena 10,000

Renovations to 23 East Lake Hill000236

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 18,185 1,040

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 30,823

Land Improvements6-641 145,829 $110,000 was a carry-forward from

2014 for ring road around the recycle.

Remaining dollars go towards the

hydrovac dump site and for jersey

barriers.This will take place by the end

of Q4.

Total 000236 Renovations to 23 East Lake Hill 194,837 1,040

IT Capital Budget Pool000239

Equipment - Computer Software6-632 595,210 No funding requests were received in

Q1, it is expected some will be received

in Q2.

Total 000239 IT Capital Budget Pool 595,210

Parks Enhancement Program000245

Land Improvements6-641 95,670 The process has gone through RFP on

2 of the 3 projects waiting on approval

for fencing.

Total 000245 Parks Enhancement Program 95,670

Replace Unit 266 (PW sander/plow)000302

Vehicles6-650 5,000 1,771 Completion date expected by beginning

of Q4.

Total 000302 Replace Unit 266 (PW sander/plow) 5,000 1,771

Theatre Renovation000381

Buildings - General Construction6-620 26,150 Project substantially complete, awaiting

final billing.

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 7,000 5,598

Total 000381 Theatre Renovation 33,150 5,598

Yankee Valley Boulevard Railway Pedestrian Crossing (South Side)000387

Land Improvements6-641 160,138 Discussions continue to take place with

CPR, intent is to enter into an

agreement by the end of Q3.

Total 000387 Yankee Valley Boulevard Railway Pedestrian Crossing (South Side) 160,138

Sunridge Lift Station Electrical Upgrade000421

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 80,349 1,547 To be completed by Q4.

Total 000421 Sunridge Lift Station Electrical Upgrade 80,349 1,547

40th Avenue - 8th to Windsong Dr000436


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Engineering Structure - General6-610 2,992,546 Toplift to be completed in 2016, FAC

warranty work.

Total 000436 40th Avenue - 8th to Windsong Dr 2,992,546

Waterway Enhancements000449

Land Improvements6-641 47,071 PO was issued for landscaping by

Yankee Valley Main Street bridge.

Planting aquatics will take place by the

end of June.

Total 000449 Waterway Enhancements 47,071

East Lake Storm Water Irrigation Pump000473

Land Improvements6-641 687,980 In light of tenders for this project

coming in significantly over budget,

administration can’t support moving

forward with any budget adjustment in

2015. The City can re-evaluate for 2016

and beyond though there are concerns

with the cost-benefit of the project as it

currently exists.

Total 000473 East Lake Storm Water Irrigation Pump 687,980

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site000480

Land Improvements6-641 139,100 Investigation of options not completed.

Building will be complete in 2015, but

may be changed depending on

outcome of relocation of Recycle Depot.

(Potential for reduced scope).

Total 000480 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Site 139,100

Pool Mechanical000499

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 51,750 This project will be scheduled and

completed during the Aquatic shut

down period. Completion date

November 1st 2015.

Total 000499 Pool Mechanical 51,750

Copiers000507

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 9,097 1,400 Expected completion Q3.

Total 000507 Copiers 9,097 1,400

Channel screen and grinder Main Street Lift Station000537

Engineering Structure - General6-610 36,829 17,155 Will be completed Q2.

Total 000537 Channel screen and grinder Main Street Lift Station 36,829 17,155

South Reservoir Generator and Electrical Upgrade000538

Engineering Structure - General6-610 2,326,449 25,464 Design complete, went to tender,

insufficient budget , reduced scope and

re tendered , will seek Council approval

to complete work next year

Total 000538 South Reservoir Generator and Electrical Upgrade 2,326,449 25,464

Sampling and Testing Building at entrance to Calgary system000542

Buildings - General Construction6-620 94,745 In progress completion expected in Q3.

Total 000542 Sampling and Testing Building at entrance to Calgary system 94,745

Monklands Landscape Improvements and Pathway Connections000544


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Land Improvements6-641 46,000 PO was issued for concrete section,

swale and landscaping. The work will

be completed in Q2.

Total 000544 Monklands Landscape Improvements and Pathway Connections 46,000

All purpose vehicle (Gator)000547

Vehicles6-650 3,709 2,519 Project is complete.

Total 000547 All purpose vehicle (Gator) 3,709 2,519

Salt Storage Facility upgrades000567

Buildings - General Construction6-620 65,566 Awarded - completion expected in Q2.

Buildings - Design & Engineering6-621 2,542 Resurvey to replace missing grade

stakes.

Total 000567 Salt Storage Facility upgrades 68,108

Ron Ebbesen Arena Access(Lenel)000578

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 1,549 1,950 Project was completed January 31,

2015.

Total 000578 Ron Ebbesen Arena Access(Lenel) 1,549 1,950

Cross Connection of Water Supply Line000597

Engineering Structure - General6-610 285,244 Backfilling and commissioning to be

completed and final billing to follow.

Total 000597 Cross Connection of Water Supply Line 285,244

Land Management Software000612

Equipment - Computer Software6-632 306,600 To date the Business Analyst has been

actively gathering requirements with a

Project Manager being assigned in Q2.

This project is projecting to spend all

funds and be completed by the end of

Q1 2016.

Total 000612 Land Management Software 306,600

Replacement of Sound Fence000621

Land Improvements6-641 8,808 Waiting until warmer weather to finish

painting will be completed in Q2.

Total 000621 Replacement of Sound Fence 8,808

2nd Ave Watermain Replacement000624

Engineering Structure - General6-610 1,781,393 Project currently in design stage.

Total 000624 2nd Ave Watermain Replacement 1,781,393

Replacement Bush Buggies000651

Vehicles6-650 130,438 76 Expected delivery in Q2.

Total 000651 Replacement Bush Buggies 130,438 76

Electronic Document Management System000654

Equipment - Computer Software6-632 556,560 9,585 This is a multi-year project. The Needs

Assessment has been completed and

presented to SLT. There are a number

of foundational projects to be

completed in 2015. It is anticipated an

RFI will be required and will be

prepared during Q4 2015 and Q1 2016.

Funds will not be expended until 2016.

Total 000654 Electronic Document Management System 556,560 9,585


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Spray Park Phase II000663

Land Improvements6-641 899,972 Project has been sole sourced, waiting

for final signatures on contract. Project

construction has been postponed until

September, will be finalized by

November.

Total 000663 Spray Park Phase II 899,972

Parks Operations Building - Chinook Winds000666

Buildings - General Construction6-620 506,969 217,713 project completed on April 1.

Total 000666 Parks Operations Building - Chinook Winds 506,969 217,713

Customer Service Initiative (CSI)000749

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 24,276 Waiting of shipment of chairs for admin

staff. Wil be completed by end of Q2.

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 22,184 5,771 Anticipating further effort for business

license applications and using web

codes to link tax accounts and related

marketing/print material for these

additional services. Will be completed

by the end of Q2.

Equipment - Computer Software6-632 16,879 669 Outstanding costs for CityView. Will be

completed by end of Q2.

Total 000749 Customer Service Initiative (CSI) 63,339 6,440

Meeting Management Software000766

Equipment - Computer Software6-632 48,900 Pilot has been completed. Tender will

be formally awarded in April with

installation occuring by the end of May.

The product will then be rolled out to

staff. Completion will occur by the end

of Q3.

Total 000766 Meeting Management Software 48,900

Land Purchase000768

Land6-640 300,000 Conditional offer has been accepted, in

process of removing conditions.

Total 000768 Land Purchase 300,000

Collector Rehab - Centre Ave Towerlane Dr Upgrade001804

Engineering Structure - General6-610 27,756 Currently in design stage.

Total 001804 Collector Rehab - Centre Ave Towerlane Dr Upgrade 27,756

Local Rehab - Canoe Square - Nicon Ditch001903

Engineering Structure - General6-610 19,278 Ongoing drainage issues.

Total 001903 Local Rehab - Canoe Square - Nicon Ditch 19,278

Local Rehab - Buffalo Rub - Hwy 567 - end of cul d'sac001911


Total 001911 Local Rehab - Buffalo Rub - Hwy 567 - end of cul d'sac 110,804

Total CF Projects Carried Forward 33,932,377 1,414,003

General Projects to be Debentured or Grant FundedGD

Library Expansion000389

Buildings - Design & Engineering6-621 1,611,200 Once the Library Board decides on

requirements, the City will do an RFP to

engage Architectural services.


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Total 000389 Library Expansion 1,611,200

Civic Spaces000494

Buildings - General Construction6-620 1,350,000 8,625 2 Highland Park and city hall

renovations to be completed in 2015.

Total 000494 Civic Spaces 1,350,000 8,625

ICE Fleet Expansion000599

Vehicles6-650 833,600 Projected capital expenditures based

on investment for expansion fleet (1

articulated bus, 2 community shuttles).

These expansion fleet are required to

meet approved service standards

and/or address service capacity needs.

Articulated bus anticipated to be

delivery late 4th quarter. RFP for

community shuttles anticipated to be

completed by end of 2nd quarter.

Funding for both confirmed by Council

Budget Committee in March 2015.

Total 000599 ICE Fleet Expansion 833,600

Local Fleet Expansion/Replacement000603

Vehicles6-650 286,400

Total 000603 Local Fleet Expansion/Replacement 286,400

Transit Zone Improvements000607

Engineering Structure - General6-610 336,340 2015 projected included new pads and

shelters on existing pads. Given the

late start (funding still not confirmed),

components of this project will be

moved to 2016. These components will

include any new pads in 2015. Transit

will re-focus resources to the

procurement of shelters on existing

pads contingent on grant funding

approvals. This will reduce the capital

investment by approximately $185,000

in 2015.

Total 000607 Transit Zone Improvements 336,340

Construction - Park & Ride000608

Engineering Structure - General6-610 3,500,000 242,713 No variance. Projected anticipated to

be completed in 2015.

Total 000608 Construction - Park & Ride 3,500,000 242,713

Construction - Transit Facility000609

Buildings - Design & Engineering6-621 805,600 No variance. Project anticipated to be

initiated in 2015 and completed in 2016.

Land6-640 2,762,420 No variance. Corporate Properties are

reviewing needs and available options

based on Transit needs.

Total 000609 Construction - Transit Facility 3,568,020

Arterial Rehab - YVBD & 8 ST - Westbound left turn lane001712

Engineering Structure - General6-610 161,120 Currently in design stage

Total 001712 Arterial Rehab - YVBD & 8 ST - Westbound left turn lane 161,120

Arterial Rehab - YVBD & Coopers Crossing Ga - turn lane001713


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Total 001713 Arterial Rehab - YVBD & Coopers Crossing Ga - turn lane 161,120

Arterial Rehab - YVBD & Chinook Winds Dr Turn Lane001714


Total 001714 Arterial Rehab - YVBD & Chinook Winds Dr Turn Lane 161,120

Arterial Rehab - TWP Rd 274 - West of 8th St001715


Total 001715 Arterial Rehab - TWP Rd 274 - West of 8th St 120,840

Arterial Rehab - Main Street - Erin Dr to Allen St001717


Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 45,819 Currently in design stage

Total 001717 Arterial Rehab - Main Street - Erin Dr to Allen St 654,550

Arterial Rehab - East Lake Blvd - Meadowbrook Dr to Big Springs Dr001718



Total 001718 Arterial Rehab - East Lake Blvd - Meadowbrook Dr to Big Springs Dr 443,080

Collector Rehab - Albert St - Albert Cr SE to Centre Ave001806


Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 11,983 Currently in design stage.

Total 001806 Collector Rehab - Albert St - Albert Cr SE to Centre Ave 171,190

Collector Rehab - Albert St SE to Main St001807



Total 001807 Collector Rehab - Albert St SE to Main St 110,770

Collector Rehab - Edmonton Tr SE - 2 Ave SE to 3 Ave SE001808



Total 001808 Collector Rehab - Edmonton Tr SE - 2 Ave SE to 3 Ave SE 90,630

Collector Rehab - Edmonton TR SE - 3 Ave SE001809



Total 001809 Collector Rehab - Edmonton TR SE - 3 Ave SE 302,100

Local Rehab - East Lake Ave - East Lake Ramp to East Lake Li001914



Total 001914 Local Rehab - East Lake Ave - East Lake Ramp to East Lake Li 125,875

Local Rehab - East Lake Li - East Lake Cr to East Lake Ave001915



Total 001915 Local Rehab - East Lake Li - East Lake Cr to East Lake Ave 115,805

Local Rehab - RR 293-North of Higland Park001916



Total 001916 Local Rehab - RR 293-North of Higland Park 281,960

Total GD General Projects to be Debentured or Grant Funded 14,385,720 251,338


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General Utility Supported ProjectsGU

Water/Sewer Pickup Truck000418

Vehicles6-650 47,990 Delivery by end of Q2.

Total 000418 Water/Sewer Pickup Truck 47,990

Mainline Sewer Camera Truck000420

Vehicles6-650 301,200 112 Tender awarded.

Total 000420 Mainline Sewer Camera Truck 301,200 112

Main Lift Station Upgrade000540

Engineering Structure - General6-610 250,000 6,722 Consultant selection complete.

Total 000540 Main Lift Station Upgrade 250,000 6,722

Leak Detection Instrument - Correlator000725

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 40,840 To be purchased in Q2.

Total 000725 Leak Detection Instrument - Correlator 40,840

Ozone Generator & Contact Chamber 3 Lift Stations000728

Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 75,530 To begin in Q2

Total 000728 Ozone Generator & Contact Chamber 3 Lift Stations 75,530

Pretreatment System for H2S Control000729

Engineering Structure - General6-610 120,840 To begin in Q2

Total 000729 Pretreatment System for H2S Control 120,840

Trench Shoring000731

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 26,550 This equipment has been purchased,

awaiting billing.

Total 000731 Trench Shoring 26,550

Dry Well Corrosion Protection & Ventilate000733

Buildings - General Construction6-620 135,950 Will be completed by end of Q3.

Total 000733 Dry Well Corrosion Protection & Ventilate 135,950

Drainage Swale Pathway Replacement000735

Engineering Structure - General6-610 246,720 Will commence end of Q2, completion

end of Q3.

Total 000735 Drainage Swale Pathway Replacement 246,720

All Purpose Vehicle (Inspection)000737

Vehicles6-650 24,500 21,400 Project complete.

Total 000737 All Purpose Vehicle (Inspection) 24,500 21,400

Mini Bulk Water Stations000761

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 153,150 To be delivered in one month.

Total 000761 Mini Bulk Water Stations 153,150

Total GU General Utility Supported Projects 1,423,270 28,234

Roads Offsite Levy Funded ProjectsOSR

Arterial Landscaping000548

Engineering Structures - Medians and Blvd6-615 75,530 Construction is still taking place at

South Windsong development.

Total 000548 Arterial Landscaping 75,530

40th Ave - Reynolds Gate to Main Street000763

Engineering Structure - General6-610 10,088,200 Currently in design stage.

Engineering Structure - Engineering/Arch.6-611 1,422,200 584,052 currently in design stage.


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Total 000763 40th Ave - Reynolds Gate to Main Street 11,510,400 584,052

Arterial Rehab - 8th St Pathway S Coopers Dr001716


Total 001716 Arterial Rehab - 8th St Pathway S Coopers Dr 110,770

Total OSR Roads Offsite Levy Funded Projects 11,696,700 584,052

Utility Offsite Levy Funded ProjectsOSU

Water Main Oversize000064

Engineering Structure - General6-610 138,870 51,922 Budget utilization based on the amount

of developer activity.

Total 000064 Water Main Oversize 138,870 51,922

Sewer Main Oversize000210

Engineering Structure - General6-610 211,470 Budget utilization based on the amount

of developer activity.

Total 000210 Sewer Main Oversize 211,470

West Lift Station Buildout000411

Buildings - General Construction6-620 1,605,000 Consultant selection complete.

Total 000411 West Lift Station Buildout 1,605,000

NE Servicing Extension000723

Land Improvements6-641 1,510,500 Project scope from NE Servicing Study.

Total 000723 NE Servicing Extension 1,510,500

Total OSU Utility Offsite Levy Funded Projects 3,465,840 51,922

Projects Funded from Other SourcesPOS

Wireless Mobile Computing000017

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 25,015 24,056 This projects was completed in Q1.

Total 000017 Wireless Mobile Computing 25,015 24,056

Security System000019

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 107,205 Staff are in the process of obtaining

quotes. Completion of all projects will

occur by year end.

Total 000019 Security System 107,205

Ron Ebbesen Arena Compressor Overhaul000101

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 20,420 Work will commence in July and

expected time is 30 days to complete.

Total 000101 Ron Ebbesen Arena Compressor Overhaul 20,420

Replacement PC's000109

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 119,080 65,402 PC's have been purchased for new

positions starting in Q1 and for April 1.

New iPads have been purchased for

staff. Remaining funds will be used to

life cycle PC and purhcase zero client

appliances. All funds will be spent by

the end of Q3.

Total 000109 Replacement PC's 119,080 65,402

Life Cycle Server000112

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 47,970 1,453 Some hardware has been purchased to

life cycle one server. Full project

completion will be by the end of Q3.


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Total 000112 Life Cycle Server 47,970 1,453

Ron Ebbesen Arena Lobby Flooring000229

Buildings - General Construction6-620 75,530 Work to commence in July 1 once the

arena is closed for renovations,

expected completion by August 15, 2015

Total 000229 Ron Ebbesen Arena Lobby Flooring 75,530

Genesis Place Front Door Upgrade000230

Buildings - General Construction6-620 70,490 Project is being reviewed to determine

best application.

Total 000230 Genesis Place Front Door Upgrade 70,490

Leisure Pool Lifecycle000232

Buildings - General Construction6-620 1,932,869 RFP has been awarded and working

with vendor on schedule, colours and

job scope.

Project to be completed by November

1st 2015.

Total 000232 Leisure Pool Lifecycle 1,932,869

Life Cycle Switches000240

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 12,250 10,341 All new life cycled switched have been

replaced and all funds have been

spent. Project is complete.

Total 000240 Life Cycle Switches 12,250 10,341

Parks Pathways Program000246

Land Improvements6-641 169,180 RFP just in, no review as of yet.

Total 000246 Parks Pathways Program 169,180

Nose Creek Regional Park Enhancement000258

Land Improvements6-641 176,230 The City has hosted 5 public

consultations,1 online survey closes

April 15/15. Advertisements have run

on radio and local news paper as well

as The City web site and twitter.

Total 000258 Nose Creek Regional Park Enhancement 176,230

Playground Lifecycle Replacement000261

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 178,650 RFP awarded. Stonegate to be

complete by end of Q2, RJ Hawkey has

been awarded waiting for approval.

Total 000261 Playground Lifecycle Replacement 178,650

Ron Ebbesen Twin Arena Washroom Flooring Upgrade000344

Buildings - General Construction6-620 65,460 Work to commence in July during

renovation, and be completed by

August 15, 2015.

Total 000344 Ron Ebbesen Twin Arena Washroom Flooring Upgrade 65,460

Permanent Snow Dump/Melt Site000400

Land6-640 2,348,300 Currently Corporate Properties is

actively searching for land purchase.

Total 000400 Permanent Snow Dump/Melt Site 2,348,300

Traffic Signal Backup Power000410


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Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 76,575 Awarded- installation mid July.

Total 000410 Traffic Signal Backup Power 76,575

Life Cycle Fitness Equipment000491

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 97,000 Equipment has been purchased and

delivered.

Total 000491 Life Cycle Fitness Equipment 97,000

Hydrovac Dump Site Construction000504

Engineering Structure - General6-610 196,365 In design, construction completion this

year by Q4.

Total 000504 Hydrovac Dump Site Construction 196,365

Telecommunications Network000515

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 215,180 140,021 Phone System Upgrade - the new

appliances and new hand sets have

been installed and new sytems are

working. Waiting on the installation,

configuration and training for the

Unified Communcations Enterprise tool.

This will be rolled out by the end of Q2.

Radio Mulitcoupler - The hardware has

been purchased and installed, projects

completed in Q1.

Total 000515 Telecommunications Network 215,180 140,021

Liquid Calcium Storage Expansion000570

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 51,050 First phase -Design of containment

area for tank.

Total 000570 Liquid Calcium Storage Expansion 51,050

Lifecycle Pedestrian Bridge000574

Engineering Structure - General6-610 95,670 2,419 Minor repairs have been completed to

date. Working with Parks Operations to

complete other maintenance repairs as

stated in report. Parks will determine if

any work needs to be contracted.

Total 000574 Lifecycle Pedestrian Bridge 95,670 2,419

Ron Ebbesen Front Door Replacement000584

Buildings - General Construction6-620 70,490 Work to commence after RFP process

is completed, with expected completion

early Q3.

Total 000584 Ron Ebbesen Front Door Replacement 70,490

Asset Management Software000613

Equipment - Computer Software6-632 408,400 The Business Analyst and Project

Manager are actively working on this

project. Funds will be spent to start this

project in 2015 but the majority of the

work will occur in 2016. Projected end

date is Q4 of 2016.

Total 000613 Asset Management Software 408,400

Fleet Service Truck000720


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Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 152,640 112 Waiting until Aug to order the truck,

factory takes orders for that chassis in

Aug.

Total 000720 Fleet Service Truck 152,640 112

Replace Unit 770, Snow Blade for Loaders000722

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 29,610 16,667 Unit in service.

Total 000722 Replace Unit 770, Snow Blade for Loaders 29,610 16,667

Genesis Place Backup Generator000739

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 204,200 An engineering firm has been engaged

to do preliminary design, costing will

follow.

Total 000739 Genesis Place Backup Generator 204,200

Chemical Storage Building000745

Buildings - General Construction6-620 30,210 Waiting for delievery, expected to be

here by mid May.

Total 000745 Chemical Storage Building 30,210

Life Cycle Security Infrastructure000747

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 25,530 143 Quotes are being obtained on

outstanding lifecycle maintenance

projects, which will be under way during

Q3 and Q3. Completion will occur prior

to year end.

Total 000747 Life Cycle Security Infrastructure 25,530 143

T&C Rear Parking Lot000759

Building - Site Work6-622 80,560 Preliminary scope to be completed in

Q2, with site work to be completed in

Q3.

Total 000759 T&C Rear Parking Lot 80,560

Emergency Coordination Centre Plotter000760

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 10,210 7,086 Project complete.

Total 000760 Emergency Coordination Centre Plotter 10,210 7,086

Lifecycle Copier000762

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 49,900 Expected completion Q4.

Total 000762 Lifecycle Copier 49,900

Replace Backup Power Generator at 15 ELH000764

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 151,755 July 31 - Concrete pad poured,

generator and transfer switch ordered

Total 000764 Replace Backup Power Generator at 15 ELH 151,755

Heavy Duty Engine Lathe000765

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 28,500 25,662 unit here, will be booking training shortly

Total 000765 Heavy Duty Engine Lathe 28,500 25,662

Front Counter Redesign 2 Highland Park000771

Buildings - General Construction6-620 405,450 4,741 We anticipate that the design portion of

this project will be completed by the end

of the 3rd quarter and construction will

start right after as well will do a design

build project


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Total 000771 Front Counter Redesign 2 Highland Park 405,450 4,741

Total POS Projects Funded from Other Sources 7,727,944 298,103

Vehicles and Mobile EquipmentVM

Wheel Loader with Scale000132

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 347,140 Awarded - PO as been issued ,120

days for delivery in Q3.

Total 000132 Wheel Loader with Scale 347,140

Replace Unit 208 (PW Truck)000142

Vehicles6-650 42,360 Truck has been ordered, expected

delivery in Q3.

Total 000142 Replace Unit 208 (PW Truck) 42,360

Building Inspector Vehicles000154

Vehicles6-650 102,640 Vehicles expected to arrive in Q2.

Total 000154 Building Inspector Vehicles 102,640

Tandem Plow Truck000186

Vehicles6-650 398,190 112 Awarded - PO has been issued,120

days delivery in Q3.

Total 000186 Tandem Plow Truck 398,190 112

Replace Scanners/Plotter000244

Equipment-Computer Hardware6-631 10,210 6,921 Two plotters were purchased and

installed in Q1. Projecting positive

variance of $3,289.

Total 000244 Replace Scanners/Plotter 10,210 6,921

Parks Loader000266

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 112,310 224 Unit has been bought and is in service,

waiting for auger and bits.

Total 000266 Parks Loader 112,310 224

Parks Mower000267

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 61,260 Equipment has been purchased being

prepared for service for a May start,

will be completed in Q2.

Total 000267 Parks Mower 61,260

Replace Unit 226 (BOPS Van)000280

Vehicles6-650 38,800 Procurement and Fleet working toward

sourcing unit, will be completed by Q4.

Total 000280 Replace Unit 226 (BOPS Van) 38,800

Replace Unit 265 (Sweeper)000285

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 285,880 261,957 Unit in service.

Total 000285 Replace Unit 265 (Sweeper) 285,880 261,957

Replace Unit 274 (PW Sander/plow)000311

Vehicles6-650 398,190 112 Unit ordered, expected in Q3.

Total 000311 Replace Unit 274 (PW Sander/plow) 398,190 112

Replace Unit 330 (Parks mower 48000)000313

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 61,260 Unit complete and in service.

Total 000313 Replace Unit 330 (Parks mower 48000) 61,260

Replace Unit 331 (Parks mower)000314


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Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 61,260 Unit complete and in service.

Total 000314 Replace Unit 331 (Parks mower) 61,260

Replace Unit 2302 (Fire Truck)000315

Machinery / Equipment /Furniture6-630 27,570 112 Unit has a spot on line at Pierce, staff

will be going for a prebuild.

Vehicles6-650 837,220 86,998

Total 000315 Replace Unit 2302 (Fire Truck) 864,790 87,110

Parks Truck000382

Vehicles6-650 46,560 112 Truck has been purchased waiting for

box to be installed will be complete in Q2

Total 000382 Parks Truck 46,560 112

Total VM Vehicles and Mobile Equipment 2,830,850 356,548

Total All Projects 75,462,701 2,984,200


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City of Airdrie


2015 Projects

March 31, 2015

Page No: 15

To: City of Airdrie Council

From: Town of Crossfield

Subject: Request by the Town of Crossfield to the City of Airdrie to utilize City of Airdrie buses

for a trial inter-municipal transit service

Issue: The Town of Crossfield has identified a need for transit services between our two

communities to service three primary needs:

User Group 1:

• Airdrie citizens needing to go to Crossfield for employment reasons.

• The 2011 Federal census identified that roughly 600 persons living in

Airdrie work in Crossfield.

• A survey of major Crossfield employers identified a confirmed total in

excess of 250 employees who live in Airdrie. We have a single employer

in Crossfield who has 54 employees from Airdrie.

User Group 2:

• Crossfield Citizens who utilize Airdrie for shopping, medical services, recreation,

and ultimate travel to Calgary.

User Group 3

• Crossfield Citizens who work in Airdrie (+/- 500 persons – per Stats Can)

Crossfield’s Request:

In conjunction with City of Airdrie Transit Coordinator Chris MacIsaac, The Town has identified

surplus resources in terms of Airdrie’s rolling stock that Crossfield would like to utilize, on a full

cost recover basis to the City, to begin a trial transit service between our two communities.

Specifics:

The Town would like to subcontract one of Airdrie’s smaller 21 person buses for 3.2 +/- hours

per day, to run early morning and late afternoon during weekdays.

• Early AM Run #1 – Facilitate Crossfield Citizens heading to Calgary (ie connect with ICE)

• 2nd Early AM Run – pick up Airdrie citizens working in Crossfield in time for 7.30

employment start time

• First Afternoon run – Pick up Airdrie workers, and return to Airdrie

• Second Afternoon Run – Facilitate transit of Calgary commuters back to Crossfield

Costs:

Our understanding is that your “all in cost” for the bus we have identified is $60.00 per hour,

with an additional depreciation factor of $7.00 per hour, for a net cost of $67.00 per hour.

3.2 hours per day works out to about 800 hours per year (more or less, depending on how we

deal with statutory holidays) The Town would like to contract your bus for a 6 to 12 month

period to establish the viability of the Transit service between our communities.

Daily Cost: 3.2 x $67.00 => $214.40

Monthly 21 days x $214.40 => $4502.40

6 month trial $27,000.00

This trial, and associated costs, have been approved and funded by Crossfield Town Council

Benefits to Airdrie:

• Several hundred citizens of Airdrie work in Crossfield. The option of a transit service

benefits these citizens, as well as reducing congestion on the #2 and #2A

• Airdrie businesses will see a (small) benefit as Crossfield citizens have easier access.

Issues to be resolved:

• Given the benefits to Airdrie, does Airdrie Council wish to pay a portion of the costs of the

trial and offer the Bus to Crossfield at less than 100% full cost recovery?

• What shall the transit fare be, and what is the split? (Crossfield’s understanding is that

currently with ICE you split fares 50/50)

• The Town of Crossfield would also seek permission to visually identify the bus used to

service Crossfield as a Crossfield Town service (ie non-marking, non-destructive “magnetic”

signs or other acceptable visual identification method)

Long Term:

• The Town of Crossfield has applied for a Small Communities Fund grant to attempt to own

our own bus.

• Should our grant be approved, we would welcome the opportunity to expand this transit

partnership to better serve both communities.

March 16, 2015

Mr. Kenneth G. Bosman

Chief Administrative Officer

Town of Crossfield

1005 Ross Street – PO Box 500

Crossfield, Alberta T0M 0S0

Dear Mr. Bosman:

On February 27, 2015, administration from the Town of Crossfield made a request to the City of Airdrie

to provide conceptual service plans and costs for a public transit model between the Town of Crossfield

and the City of Airdrie. This request was based on providing public transit alternatives to improve

regional labour mobility between the two municipalities.

City of Airdrie staff have completed a high-level analysis of the requested public transit model based on

the following principles:

1. Conceptual service plan based on City of Airdrie servicing capacity

2. Basic service delivery costs (operations and contract management). Additional supports such as

service planning, performance monitoring, forecasting, marketing, customer service and capital

plans would be negotiated on a fee per service basis.

The analysis indicated the requested public transit model would require approximately 800 annual

service hours operating 3.2 service hours per weekday during peak morning and afternoon commuting

hours. The gross annual operating costs would be estimated at $48,000 based on a $60.00 net cost per

hour. The $60.00 net cost per hour does not include capital depreciation costs and would be subject to

negotiation. Revenues were not included as part of this conceptual service plan.

City of Airdrie staff believe this satisfies the request for information made by the Town of Crossfield. Any

future transit planning support will require Airdrie City Council approval. This request for support would

be at the discretion of the Town of Crossfield and would require a presentation by the Town of

Crossfield at a future Airdrie City Council meeting. Please contact the City’s Legislative Services

Department for more information on making a presentation at a future Airdrie City Council meeting.

We thank you for your interest in Airdrie Transit services and encourage you to contact us should you

have any questions regarding the conceptual service plan.

Regards,

Chris MacIsaac

Transit Coordinator

CC: Michelle Lock, Director of Community Services, City of Airdrie

Merel Jarvis, Assistant Development Officer, Town of Crossfield

AGENDA REPORT

Meeting Date (M/D/Y): 5/19/2015

Subject: 2015 Tax Rate Bylaw B-31/2015

Boards Routed Through: Date: City Council 5/19/2015

Description:

Council is being asked to give three readings to annual tax rate bylaw.

Background: In accordance with Section 353 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA), the City is required to pass a tax rate bylaw annually. This bylaw allows municipal councils to levy a property tax to raise funds to be used to operate the municipality as per the 2015 Council approved budget and to meet provincial obligations to collect and remit education tax to the Alberta School Foundation Fund. Property taxes paid by the property owners in the City of Airdrie are based upon the tax rate set by bylaw multiplied by the assessed value of each property. In preparing the budget, Administration takes the municipal tax revenue from the previous year and adds an estimate of the amount of additional tax revenue that will be created due to the growth in the number of parcels and their assessment. This estimate is based upon the supplementary assessments, building permits and subdivision applications of the previous year. This estimated revenue is used for budget purposes. If a tax increase is approved as part of the budget process, the increase is added to both existing parcels and the estimated increase in the number of parcels. This additional revenue provides the necessary resources to raise revenue to be used towards payment of the expenditures and transfers set out in the budget of the municipality.

Assessment: The assessment roll was completed and the notices were mailed out at the beginning of January. The last day for appeals was March 3, 2015. Once the assessment roll is completed with all corrected notices, the roll is closed and administration can begin the process of determining actual growth and establishing the tax rates. Growth is determined by comparing the assessment roll values at the end of December to the assessment roll values declared in January prior to the market models being applied to the assessments. This growth number is then compared to the estimates used for budgeting. This year, the additional growth in parcels and their assessment will generate $79,997 more than estimated. A change in the total assessed value of property parcels in the City occurs in two ways:

1. Growth in the actual number of parcels and the related assessment. An increase in assessment due to this growth is related to the subdivision of land to create new lots in the City, the construction of new houses, and construction of commercial/industrial facilities. This growth increases total assessment value and generates higher tax revenue.

2. The City is required to assess properties at market value as of a certain date. As market values change, assessed values change. However, changes in assessment value due to the changes in market value are not used in the City of Airdrie to calculate tax revenue. Tax revenue is determined before the market models are applied to the properties.

The municipal tax revenue from the previous year is held constant in the current year except for any tax revenue increases approved during the budget process. This budgeted tax revenue is divided by the total assessed value of property within the City to determine the tax rate. The municipal tax rate will vary from year to year and is dependent upon the assessment base. If the total assessed value stays constant, the municipal tax rate will stay constant. If the total assessed value changes due to the increase or decrease in market values, the municipal tax rate will change.

Education Tax: Each year the Province calculates (based on assessment value) the amount each municipality must contribute towards the public education system. Municipalities collect the education property tax and then forward it to the Province for deposit into the Alberta School Foundation Fund (ASFF). The City of Airdrie school requisition increased 12% this year to a total of $21,871,925. Due to the large growth this year, the median homeowner will see an increase of $53.61 per year on their school taxes or $4.47 per month (an increase of 6.6%). Greater total assessment value and parcels mean the burden of education taxes can be spread amongst more parties, therefore lowering the effect on each resident.

Municipal Tax: The property values increased over the majority of the property classes resulting in an actual decrease in the municipal tax rate of 6.79%. The median homeowner would see an increase of $63.76 per year on their municipal taxes or $5.31 per month. In line with the City’s Reserve Policy, the difference between actual tax revenue from growth and budget is a source of unexpected revenue, and as such, is typically transferred to the general operating reserve. The community is projected to grow by approximately 7% annually. Community needs are increasing and the addition of $79,997 to the general operating reserve can be used to facilitate funding potential opportunities or extraordinary events. As well, these dollars can assist with stabilizing tax rates in future years. During 2015, the City experienced a significant increase in non- residential assessment appeals. The increased appeals were expected considering the change in assessment valuation and the resulting year over year increase. Of 66 non-residential appeals received within the appeal period, 60 were withdrawn or experienced an assessment value adjustment. A relatively small number of hearings have been scheduled for June and July.

The example below shows the municipal tax change that will result for various classes of residential and non-residential properties for 2014. This chart demonstrates how the changes in assessed values will change the proportionate share each property pays into the total tax revenue pool year over year.

Median

Assessed

Value

2014

Median

Assessed

Value

2015

Change

(%)

2014

Municipal

Taxes

2015

Municipal

Taxes

Increase/

Decrease

Change

(%)

Res - Single Family 358,800 401,000 11.76% 1,529.97 1,593.73 63.76 4.17%

Res - Duplex 291,400 324,000 11.19% 1,242.56 1,287.70 45.14 3.63%

Res - Multi Family 208,100 251,500 20.86% 887.36 999.56 112.20 12.64%

Industrial 385,700 549,500 42.47% 3,042.03 4,040.34 998.31 32.82%

Commercial 546,400 697,000 27.56% 4,309.48 5,124.87 815.40 18.92%

Combined Tax Rates: The chart below details the municipal, education and senior foundation tax rates for residential and non-residential properties (not including annexed lands).

2014 2015 % Change

Residential

Municipal Tax 0.00426412 0.00397439 -6.79%

Education Tax 0.00221117 0.00211097 -4.53%

Seniors Foundation Tax 0.00003863 0.00003575 -7.46%

Total Residential 0.00651392 0.00612111 -6.03%

Non-Residential

Municipal Tax 0.00788704 0.00735276 -6.77%

Education Tax 0.00333689 0.00302446 -9.36%

Seniors Foundation Tax 0.00003863 0.00003575 -7.46%

Total Non-Residential 0.01126256 0.01041297 -7.54%

For the median single family residential property, when the municipal and education tax rates are combined (due to the changes in assessment values and the growth experienced) the total taxes paid will increase by approximately $117.37 per year or $9.78 per month. The total taxes paid by the median commercial property will increase by approximately $1,103.98 per year or $92.00 per month and the median industrial property will increase by $1,377.96 or $114.83 per month. The results are as follows:

Median

Assessed

Value

2014

Median

Assessed

Value

2015

Change

(%)

2014

Municipal

Taxes

2015

Municipal

Taxes

Increase /

Decrease

Change

(%)

Res - Single Family 358,800 401,000 11.76% 2,337.19 2,454.57 117.37 5.02%

Res - Duplex 291,400 324,000 11.19% 1,898.16 1,983.24 85.08 4.48%

Res - Multi Family 208,100 251,500 20.86% 1,355.55 1,539.46 183.91 13.57%

Res - Vacant 131,500 150,000 14.07% 856.58 918.17 61.59 7.19%

Industrial 385,700 549,500 42.47% 4,343.97 5,721.93 1,377.96 31.72%

Commercial 546,400 697,000 27.56% 6,153.86 7,257.84 1,103.98 17.94%

Total Tax Paid – Residential Properties: The following chart outlines the number of parcels increasing and decreasing between 0 and 8% based on each tax. Of the total properties below, 2,200 will experience increases of greater than 50% as these parcels are new properties that were not taxed last year or properties that had only partial assessments last year. The largest grouping is highlighted

below for each tax category. 65% of residential properties will experience an increase of

less than 6% in municipal tax. 63% of residential properties will experience an increase of

less than 8% in total tax (municipal + education).

Total

Parcels

Increasing

Total

Parcels

Decreasing

Increasing

0-4%

Increasing

4-8%

Decreasing

0-4%

Decreasing

4-8%

Municipal Tax 18,441 5,088 7,609 4,183 2,344 1,797

Education Tax 20,233 3,296 4,859 6,624 762 1,646

Total Tax 19,351 4,178 6,991 5,137 1,594 1,660 The largest distribution of residential properties will see an increase of between 0-4% on municipal tax and an increase of between 4-8% on education tax.

Total Tax Paid – Non-residential Properties: The following chart outlines the number of parcels increasing and decreasing between 0

and 15% based on total tax. 62% of non-residential properties will experience an increase

of less than 10% in total tax (municipal + education).

Total

Parcels

Increasing

Total

Parcels

Decreasing

Increasing

0-6%

Increasing

6-15%

Decreasing

0-6%

Decreasing

6-15%

Total Tax 468 346 106 89 125 124

5 Year Historical Rates: The following is a summary of the tax rates, assessed values and resulting taxation for the past five years.

Combined Tax Rates 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential 0.00621137 0.00664612 0.00688813 0.00651392 0.00612111

Non-res. 0.01090303 0.01139017 0.01163138 0.01126256 0.01041297

Municipal Tax Rates 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential 0.00411378 0.00432361 0.00434230 0.00426412 0.00397439

Non-Residential 0.00761104 0.00799930 0.00803330 0.00788704 0.00735276

Live Assessed Values 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential $5,289,334,100 $5,571,167,300 $5,986,508,790 $6,840,859,030 $8,142,513,560

% of total 84.25% 84.02% 83.77% 84.18% 83.92%

Non-Residential $989,470,510 $1,059,729,580 $1,160,199,790 $1,285,439,010 $1,560,695,830

% of total 15.75% 15.98% 16.23% 15.82% 16.08%

Total Assessed Values $6,278,804,610 $6,630,896,880 $7,146,708,580 $8,126,298,040 $9,703,209,390

Municipal Tax Levies 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential $21,924,861 $23,771,186 $25,678,811 $28,863,959 $32,069,246

% of Mun. 74.20% 73.75% 73.38% 74.03% 73.64%

Non-Residential $7,588,239 $8,459,782 $9,313,922 $10,127,471 $11,476,962

% of Mun. 25.80% 26.25% 26.62% 25.97% 26.36%

Total Municipal Taxes $29,513,100 $32,230,968 $34,992,733 $38,991,430 $43,546,209

Requisition Tax Levies 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential $11,125,426 $12,932,416 $15,231,872 $15,382,631 $17,472,063

Non-Residential $3,220,184 $3,589,757 $4,171,166 $4,335,911 $4,773,279

Total Requisitions $14,345,610 $16,522,173 $19,403,038 $19,718,542 $22,245,342

Total ALL Taxes $43,858,710 $48,753,141 $54,395,771 $58,709,972 $65,791,551

% of Total Taxes 2011 2012 2013 2014 2015

Residential 75.20% 75.28% 75.21% 75.36% 75.30%

Non-res. 24.80% 24.72% 24.79% 24.64% 24.70%

There was a small move in the desired direction with non-residential properties now comprising just over 16% of the City’s assessment and generating 26.4% of the municipal tax levy.

Attached to the report are graphs showing the changes in municipal tax, education tax and the total tax for all residential and non-residential properties, as well as the change in total taxes broken down by community.


1. Increased revenue due to growth Amend the 2015 operating budget by increasing tax revenue by $79,997 and transfers to reserves by $79,997. This amendment is required to recognize the difference between actual tax revenue from growth and 2015 budgeted revenue from growth. The City’s growing community will require additional funds directed to ensure community safety and maintain a viable community.

Alternative #1: That Council approves the requested budget amendment. This option would maintain the tax increase as approved in the 2015 budget and provide additional funding for future needs. The 4.7% tax increase also increases the tax base making it available for future years.

Alternative #2: That Council tables the requested budget amendment. Choosing this option would suggest that Council is not prepared to deal with the additional revenue due to growth at this time or that more information is required. This would prevent the bylaw from being approved and the publishing of the tax and assessment brochures that are included with the notices, ultimately delaying the mailing of the tax notices on the published dates. Collection of City revenue is imperative for cash flow requirements; delays in sending tax notices will have a negative effect on investment income.

Alternative #3: That Council defeats the requested budget amendment. Choosing this option would suggest that Council does not accept the tax increase as approved during the budget process. Using the additional revenue from growth to fund the 2015 Operating Budgets would allow Council to set a tax increase of 4.4% rather than the tax increase of 4.7% approved during the budget process. The reduction in the tax rate would result in a decrease $0.25 per month for the median residential property.

2. Establish 2014 Tax Rates The Tax Rate Bylaw must be passed before tax notices can be mailed. Information has been published informing residents that tax notices will be mailed on May 29, 2015 and are due on June 30, 2015.

Alternative #1: That Council gives three readings to Bylaw No. B-31/2015 (version 1) Choosing this option would suggest that Council accepts the tax increase of 4.7% as approved during the budget process and allows for the tax notice process to continue as planned.

Alternative #2: That Council gives three readings to Bylaw No. B-31/2015 (version 2) Using the additional revenue from growth to fund the 2015 Operating Budget would allow Council to set a tax increase of 4.4% rather than the tax increase of 4.7% approved during the budget process.

Alternative #3: That Council tables Bylaw No. B-31/2015. Choosing this option would suggest that Council is not prepared to deal with the Bylaw at this time or that more information is required. Tabling the bylaw will delay the printing and mailing of brochures and notices, the due dates, and cash flow for the municipality. Investment income for 2015 would be adversely affected.

Boards Routed Through:

N/A

Corporate Communications:

Tax notices will be mailed to all property owners on May 29, 2015. A brochure is included with each notice detailing where tax dollars go as well as the calculation for municipal and education taxes.

Recommendation:

That City Council : 1. amends the 2015 Operating Budget to increase tax revenue by $79,997 and transfers to

the general operating reserve by $79,997;

2. amends the 2015 Operating Budget by revising the education requisitions to actual including adjustments for 2014 under/over levies in the following amounts: ASFF $19,431,042 Separate School $ 2,440,883 Senior’s Foundation $ 346,899; and

3. gives three readings to Bylaw No. B-31/2015 with the 2015 budget approved 4.7% tax

increase.

Shannon Schindeler. CGA

Team Leader, Utility Administration

Presenter: Shannon Schindeler Attachments: 2015 Total Tax Graph 2015 Municipal Tax Graph 2015 School Tax Graph Community Graphs #1 Community Graphs #2 Community Graphs #3 Community Graphs #4 Community Graphs #5 Bylaw Version #1 Bylaw Version #2

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Res 823 5 2 1 16 39 61 1503 294 588 1756 3825 3784 2520 1663 1319 2093 556 229 105 151 2196

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2015 Municipal Tax Distribution

0

500

1000

1500

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2500

3000

3500

4000

<=-50%

>-50 &<=-30

>-30 &<=-25

>-25 &<=-20

>-20&<=-15

>-15 &<=-10

>-10 &<=-8

>- 8 &<=- 6

>-6 &<=-4

>-4 &<=-2

>-2&<=0

>0 &<=2

>2 &<=4

>4 &<=6

>6 &<=8

>8 &<=10

>10 &<=15

>15 &<=20

>20 &<=25

>25 &<=30

>30 &<=50

>50

Non-Res 36 6 6 6 43 33 17 74 31 35 59 39 50 17 25 26 38 58 18 68 38 91

Res 823 7 0 1 12 23 22 60 1586 265 497 1400 3459 3758 2866 1802 2911 1228 360 122 117 2210

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2015 Education Tax Distribution

0

500

1000

1500

2000

2500

3000

3500

4000

<=-50%

>-50 &<=-30

>-30 &<=-25

>-25 &<=-20

>-20&<=-15

>-15 &<=-10

>-10 &<=-8

>- 8 &<=- 6

>-6 &<=-4

>-4 &<=-2

>-2&<=0

>0 &<=2

>2 &<=4

>4 &<=6

>6 &<=8

>8 &<=10

>10 &<=15

>15 &<=20

>20 &<=25

>25 &<=30

>30 &<=50

>50

Non-Res 36 6 6 6 43 33 17 74 31 35 59 39 50 17 25 26 38 58 18 68 38 91

Res 823 7 0 0 14 30 50 1470 190 450 1144 3134 3857 3142 1995 1349 2489 656 274 125 130 2200

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2015 Combined Tax (Municipal + Education) Distribution

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

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160

180

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Airdrie Meadows

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Bayside/Baysprings

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Canals

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Coopers

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Big Springs

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Edgewater/Ridgegate

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Fairways

0

50

100

150

200

250

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Hillcrest

0

10

20

30

40

50

60

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Jensen

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

450

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Luxstone

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

King's Heights

0

100

200

300

400

500

600

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Mackenzie

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Meadowbrook

0

50

100

150

200

250

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Morningside

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Old Town/Sunridge/Fletcher

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Prairie Springs

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

200

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Ravenswood

0

50

100

150

200

250

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Reunion

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Sagewood

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Silver Creek

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Stonegate

0

50

100

150

200

250

300

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Thorburn

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

140

160

180

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

>2

& <

=4

>4

& <

=6

>6

& <

=8

>8

& <

=1

0

>1

0 &

<=

15

>1

5 &

<=

20

>2

0 &

<=

25

>2

5 &

<=

30

>3

0 &

<=

50

>5

0

Summerhill/Waterstone

0

50

100

150

200

250

<=

-50

%

>-5

0 &

<=

-30

>-3

0 &

<=

-25

>-2

5 &

<=

-20

>-2

0&

<=

-15

>-1

5 &

<=

-10

>-1

0 &

<=

-8

>-

8 &

<=

- 6

>-6

& <

=-4

>-4

& <

=-2

>-2

&<

=0

>0

& <

=2

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Windsong

BYLAW NO. B-31/2015

OF THE CITY OF AIRDRIE

IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

A bylaw to authorize the rates of taxation to be levied against assessable property

within the City of Airdrie for the 2015 taxation year.

Whereas the City of Airdrie has prepared and adopted detailed estimates of the municipal

revenues and expenditures as required, at the Council meeting held on

December 1, 2014; and

Whereas the estimated municipal revenues from all sources other than property taxation total

$67,861,832; and

Whereas the estimated municipal expenditures (excluding non cash items) set out in the annual

budget for the City of Airdrie for 2015 total $101,063,305 and the balance of

$33,201,473 is to be raised by general municipal property taxation; and

Whereas the estimated amount required to repay pricinpal debt to be raised by general municipal taxation is $5,061,736; and

Whereas the estimated amount required for current year capital expenditures to be raised by

general municipal taxation is $63,500; and

Whereas the estimated amount required for future financial plans to be raised by municipaltaxation is $5,219,500; and

Therefore the total amount to be raised by general municipal taxation is $43,546,209; and

Whereas the requisitions including adjustments for over/under levies are:

Alberta School Foundation Fund

Residential/Farmland $15,239,077

Non-residential $4,191,965

$19,431,042

Opted Out School Boards

Residential/Farmland $1,939,381 Non-residential $501,501

$2,440,883

Total school requisitions $21,871,925

Senior Foundation $346,899

Whereas the Council of the City of Airdrie is required each year to levy on the assessed

value of all property tax rates sufficient to meet the estimated expenditures and

the requisitions; and

Whereas the Council is authorized to classify assessed property, and to establish different

rates of taxation in respect of each class of property, subject to the Municipal

Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta, 2000; and

Bylaw B-31/2015

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Whereas the assessed value of all property in the City of Airdrie as shown on the

assessment roll is:

Assessment

Residential/Farmland $7,942,371,420

Non-residential 1,539,832,570

Annexation - Residential 197,649,580

Annexation - Non Residential 20,863,260Annexation - Farmland 2,492,560

Total Assessment Roll $9,703,209,390

Now Therefore, under the authority of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of the City

of Airdrie, in the Province of Alberta, in Council duly assembled, enacts as follows:

The Chief Administrative Officer is hereby authorized and required to levy the

following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all property as shown on the

assessment roll and supplementary assessment roll of the City of Airdrie:

Tax Levy Assessment Tax Rate

General Municipal

Residential/Farmland 31,566,082 7,942,371,420 0.00397439

Non-residential 11,322,019 1,539,832,570 0.00735276

42,888,101 9,482,203,990

General Municipal - Annexation

Residential 489,282 197,649,580 0.00247550

Non-residential 154,943 20,863,260 0.00742660

Farmland 13,883 2,492,560 0.00556990

658,108 221,005,400

A.S.F.F.


Non-residential 4,213,416 1,393,113,526 0.00302446

19,454,720 8,613,161,134

Opted-Out School Boards

Residential/Farmland 1,939,665 918,849,952 0.00211097

Non-residential 504,068 166,663,704 0.00302446

2,443,732 1,085,513,656

Rocky View Seniors Foundation 346,890 9,703,209,390 0.00003575

Bylaw B-31/2015

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Read a first time this 19th day of May, 2015

Read a second time this 19th day of May, 2015

Read a third time this 19th day of May, 2015

Executed this ___ day of May, 2015

MAYOR

CITY CLERK

BYLAW NO. B-31/2015

OF THE CITY OF AIRDRIE

IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

A bylaw to authorize the rates of taxation to be levied against assessable property

within the City of Airdrie for the 2015 taxation year.

Whereas the City of Airdrie has prepared and adopted detailed estimates of the municipal

revenues and expenditures as required, at the Council meeting held on

December 1, 2014; and

Whereas the estimated municipal revenues from all sources other than property taxation total

$67,941,796; and

Whereas the estimated municipal expenditures (excluding non cash items) set out in the annual

budget for the City of Airdrie for 2015 total $101,063,305 and the balance of

$33,121,509 is to be raised by general municipal property taxation; and

Whereas the estimated amount required to repay pricinpal debt to be raised by general municipal taxation is $5,061,736; and

Whereas the estimated amount required for current year capital expenditures to be raised by

general municipal taxation is $63,500; and

Whereas the estimated amount required for future financial plans to be raised by municipaltaxation is $5,219,500; and

Therefore the total amount to be raised by general municipal taxation is $43,466,245; and

Whereas the requisitions including adjustments for over/under levies are:

Alberta School Foundation Fund

Residential/Farmland $15,239,077

Non-residential $4,191,965

$19,431,042

Opted Out School Boards

Residential/Farmland $1,939,381 Non-residential $501,501

$2,440,883

Total school requisitions $21,871,925

Senior Foundation $346,899

Whereas the Council of the City of Airdrie is required each year to levy on the assessed

value of all property tax rates sufficient to meet the estimated expenditures and

the requisitions; and

Whereas the Council is authorized to classify assessed property, and to establish different

rates of taxation in respect of each class of property, subject to the Municipal

Government Act, Chapter M-26, Revised Statutes of Alberta, 2000; and

Bylaw B-23/2015

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Whereas the assessed value of all property in the City of Airdrie as shown on the

assessment roll is:

Assessment

Residential/Farmland $7,942,371,420

Non-residential 1,539,832,570

Annexation - Residential 197,649,580

Annexation - Non Residential 20,863,260Annexation - Farmland 2,492,560

Total Assessment Roll $9,703,209,390

Now Therefore, under the authority of the Municipal Government Act, the Council of the City

of Airdrie, in the Province of Alberta, in Council duly assembled, enacts as follows:

The Chief Administrative Officer is hereby authorized and required to levy the

following rates of taxation on the assessed value of all property as shown on the

assessment roll and supplementary assessment roll of the City of Airdrie:

Tax Levy Assessment Tax Rate

General Municipal


Non-residential 11,300,908 1,539,832,570 0.00733905

42,808,137 9,482,203,990

General Municipal - Annexation

Residential 489,282 197,649,580 0.00247550

Non-residential 154,943 20,863,260 0.00742660

Farmland 13,883 2,492,560 0.00556990

658,108 221,005,400

A.S.F.F.


Non-residential 4,213,416 1,393,113,526 0.0030244619,454,720 8,613,161,134

Opted-Out School Boards

Residential/Farmland 1,939,665 918,849,952 0.00211097

Non-residential 504,068 166,663,704 0.00302446

2,443,732 1,085,513,656

Rocky View Seniors Foundation 346,890 9,703,209,390 0.00003575

Bylaw B-23/2015

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Read a first time this 19th day of May, 2015

Read a second time this 19th day of May, 2015

Read a third time this 19th day of May, 2015

Executed this ___ day of May, 2015

MAYOR

CITY CLERK

COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

Meeting Date (M/D/Y): May 19 , 2015

Subject: New Animal Control Bylaw

Boards Routed Through: Council Date: January 19, 2015

Description:

Council is being asked to give direction prior to staff bringing the Animal Control Bylaw back for consideration.

Background:

On January 19, 2015, staff introduced a draft Animal Control Bylaw to Council prior to obtaining public feedback.

Following the Animal Control Bylaw report presented at that meeting, staff initiated the strategic communications plan designed to gather public input on the proposed changes

to the bylaw.

Staff requested feedback from residents via the following:

1. Email to Airdrie Municipal Enforcement (AME)

2. Calling AME 3. Attending one of three casual open houses with AME Officers

The open house sessions were partnered with three local pet stores, who graciously allowed AME to set up a small information kiosk in their stores where AME Officers

spoke with residents about the proposed changes.

AME Officers gathered feedback on the following dates, times and in the following locations:

January 29, 4 - 6 p.m. at The Bone & Biscuit Co. (1102, 35 Mackenzie Way)

January 30, 4 - 6 p.m. at Pet Valu (505 Main Street South)

January 31, 10 a.m.- noon at Pet Planet (501 3 Stonegate Dr NW)

AME staff spoke to approximately one hundred and twenty (120) people at these three open houses and received sixty (60) emails from people representing dog owners, non-

dog owners and non-residents. A synopsis of information gathered from public input has been attached for Council’s

information.

Prior to amending or incorporating the changes, staff would like to garner Council’s support/nonsupport for the major items identified.

As a result of receiving this feedback, staff is proposing the following recommendations and changes to the proposed bylaw.

1. THE REQUEST FOR A CAT BYLAW

Input: (29 People requested a cat Bylaw) - Cats should be licensed the same as dogs.

Concern: Some cat owners are letting their cats roam freely which can results in

conflict with other property owners. Cats can cause damage and be

aggressive to people, this needs to be controlled by having them licensed.

Recommend: Cats have not been included in the new Animal Control Bylaw (as a

result of previous decisions by Council in recent years). In March

2014, Council requested staff to perform an annual education campaign for residents to encourage responsible cat ownership.

Additional: Research of other communities within the USA and Canada has

suggested the number of cats in Airdrie is approximately 7,000 to

8,000. This can vary greatly as some households own more than one cat.

2. TWO METER LEASH LENGTH

Input: (3 in favor 11 against) – People do not pay attention to their dog when they are in public - please keep this section in the bylaw. Longer

leashes are a common way of walking and teaching a dog various commands.

Concern: Allowing the longer 2 meter leash increases a person’s inability to have their dog under control.

Recommend: Staff is suggesting that this section be revised and the definition of

Dog at Large be changed. Staff feel that this new definition would give Officers the proper tools to perform enforcement when people do not have control of their dogs.

New Definition:

i) an Animal which is not under the control of a person responsible by means of a Leash and is or are actually upon property other than the property in respect of which the Owner of the Animal has

the right of occupation, or upon any highway, thoroughfare, street, road, trail, avenue, parkway, lane, alley, square, bridge, causeway,

trestle way, sidewalk (including the boulevard portion of the sidewalk), Pathway, Playground, Park, School Ground, Sports Field or other public place which has not been designated as an

Off-Leash Area by Council, or

ii) an Animal which is under the control of a person responsible by means of a Leash which comes in contact with another person or Animal without mutual consent, causes damage to persons,

property or other Animals;

Additional: Although there are no stats to back up this concern, staff has received feedback from other communities indicating this concern continues to grow. Based on what Officers are seeing in Airdrie, AME officers

would backup this reasoning and therefore have added this requirement.

3. DOGS IN MOTOR VEHICLES

Input: (2 in favor 9 against) – Concerns with preventing dogs from extending their body outside a moving vehicle. Staff supports this new proposed

section of the Bylaw. Concern: 1. Dogs traveling in the back of a truck or sticking part of its body

outside of a vehicle. The dog could be injured.

2. Dog in a parked or stopped vehicle and the public coming in contact with this dog. A person could be bitten or prevented from getting into their vehicle if they are parked adjacent to the dog in the

vehicle.

Recommend: That this section remain in the Bylaw to protect a person when a vehicle is parked and to protect a dog from being hurt when a vehicle

is moving.

Additional: Staff has experienced issues with parked vehicles with dogs located inside. Staff has not experienced a lot of complaints with animals in moving vehicles in Airdrie. However, the larger municipalities that staff

have spoken to indicate that this is a problem and the problem will grow in Airdrie as the population grows.

4. CYCLING WITH A DOG

Input: (1 in favor – 13 against) – Need to exercise my dog. I support the new requirement that does not allow cycling with a dog.

Concern: Dog owners are not always in complete control of their dog when

cycling with a dog which can result in injury to a pedestrian using the

pathway or injury to the dog or cyclist if control of the bicycle is lost.

Recommend: Staff is suggesting this section be deleted as a result of public feedback and the definition of “animal at large” be changed to allow officers to perform enforcement when complaints are received for

people who do not have control of their dog when on a wheeled conveyance.

Staff has made a change to the definition of a Dog at Large which could be used to deal with this type of complaint as indicated in #2

above.

Additional: Staff currently does not track complaints around cycling with a dog as there is no current law that prohibits this from happening. The City of Calgary has informed City staff that “persons using a wheeled

conveyance while having a dog on a leash” is one of the biggest complaints Bylaw Enforcement receives in Calgary.

5. BEES AND CHICKENS BANNED BY BYLAW

Input: Staff received feedback on what types of animals should be allowed in Airdrie.

Concern: How should Bees and Livestock be controlled in the City of Airdrie.

Recommend: Replace the definition of Livestock and add the following sections to the proposed Bylaw:

New Definition:

“Large Animal” means any animal other than a human being, Dog,

Vicious Dog, or Cat which in the adult form regularly weighs more than 10kg.

New Section:

“PROHIBITED ANIMALS and LIVESTOCK”

No person shall keep or have any of the following on any premises with a municipal address in the City:

(a) a Large Animal or the young thereof; (b) pigeons;

(b) poultry; (c) bees; or

(d) poisonous snakes, reptiles or insects;

unless permission to do so has been granted by the City Manager.

6. NUMBER OF DOGS AND FOSTER DOGS

Input: (10 against) - I would like to own more than three (3) dogs including a

foster dog. The City of Calgary allows a person to own more than

three (3) dogs.

Concern: Too many dogs in too small of a space may produce noise, odor and other conditions adverse to the best interest of the community as a whole. The limit of three dogs to a household is a very common limit

in North America.

Recommend: Stay with current requirement of allowing the ownership of only three (3) dogs and make the following amendments:

Change the new Bylaw to reflect what is currently being allowed in Airdrie. Resident is not allowed to own more than three dogs with the

following exception:

If a person moves to Airdrie and they own more than three dogs all

the dogs are required to be licensed;

Once a dog is sold, given away or passes away that dog cannot be replaced if the owner has more than three dogs.

Additional: Note: The City of Calgary currently does not limit the number of dogs per household. Management in the City of Calgary is currently

reviewing their entire Animal Control Bylaw along with this requirement.

Foster Dog:

There are many reasons a dog might need foster care. Some of the most common include:

A rescue group doesn’t have a physical shelter and depends on

foster homes to care for dogs until suitable homes are found;

A puppy is too young to be adopted and needs a safe place to stay

until he or she is old enough to go to a forever home; and

A dog is recovering from surgery, illness or injury and needs a safe place to recuperate.

7. VICIOUS DOG

Input: (11 comments) – Most residents were confused about who could determine a dog to be vicious. Based on feedback received, it was

believed that a Bylaw Officer would be declaring a dog to be vicious. Other people felt Bylaw Officers would be targeting certain breeds of dogs.

Concern: As a result of the amount and type of dog bites and attacks Airdrie

Officers are seeing, staff has added this requirement. Recommend: Staff will leave the Bylaw as proposed with the following amendment:

As a result of feedback received from other municipalities, staff would

like to add the following to the new Bylaw:

The Owner of a Vicious Dog must have a microchip installed within

ten (10) days of a Dog being determined to be Vicious. The owner of the Dog would be responsible for the cost of installing this chip.

The cost to install the chip is approximately $40, however, this may vary from clinic to clinic.

Unlike tags which can be lost, or tattoos which can be hard to read, a

microchip is a reliable form of permanent identification for a dog. Microchips are smaller than a grain of rice and are inserted under the skin by a veterinarian. The procedure is simple, quick and relatively

painless and can usually be done without the use of a general

http://www.calgary.ca/CSPS/ABS/Pages/Animal-Services/Dog-identification.aspx

anesthetic. AME and animal clinics are equipped with scanners that can read microchips and identify the animal's owner, address and

phone number.

Additional: Clarification to Feedback Received - A dog can only be determined Vicious by a Justice, no other person including a Peace Officer can determine a dog to be vicious.

The proposed Animal Control Bylaw lays out the requirement for

determining a dog to be Vicious/Dangerous and provides controls to deal with a dog that has been determined to be Vicious/Dangerous by a Justice.

8. PEACE OFFICER ACCESS TO PROPERTY

Input: Staff received feedback regarding the authority of Officers entering a

private property.

Concern: This section has not been changed from the current Dog Control

Bylaw. Recommend: Staff recommends no changes.

Additional: Section 542 of the MGA allows a designated officer in an emergency

or in extraordinary circumstances to enter the owner’s land or the structure to carry out an inspection at any time without the consent of the owner or occupant.

When entering a building or property, officers would typically request

permission from the occupant; if permission is refused, the officer could obtain a warrant from a Justice to gain access.

9. OFF-LEASH AREAS

Input: (12 comments received) – Need more off-leash areas; I have been attacked twice in an off-leash area. Fencing and signage needed.

Concern: Control and enforcement of dogs in the off-leash areas.

Recommend: 1. AME and Parks recommends that the City review the need to replace the two off-leash areas that have regional pathways running through them and replace them with off-leash areas located some

distance from residential and commercial properties.

2. Add the following sections to the proposed Bylaw to reduce some of the issues seen by the City:

a) A person twelve (12) years of age or younger is not allowed to have a dog off leash in a designated Off-Leash area unless

otherwise supervised by an adult eighteen (18) years or older;

b) Each person can only have three (3) dogs off leash in a

designated Off-Leash area;

c) A Dog in heat is not allowed in an off-leash area;

d) A person with a Dog that shows aggressive behavior must

immediately remove the Dog from the off-leash area.

Additional: The enforcement of control of dogs in off-leash areas is severely compromised due to;

the number of off-leash areas which limits a consistent presence by enforcement personnel;

the vastness of the off-leash areas and the difficultly in accessing the areas by law enforcement;

the lack of awareness of expectations while in the off-leash areas by the users;

lack of identification of boundaries of the off-leash areas; and

the mixed-use nature of some off-leash areas unintentionally promotes confrontation with dogs and the various users (runners,

cyclists, etc.).

10. WHY DOES THE CITY NEED SUCH AN EXTENSIVE BYLAW Input: Why does the City need such an extensive Bylaw?

Response: The changes being proposed are a result of Airdrie’s rapid growth, the

number of dogs located in Airdrie, and the problems with administration and enforcement of the current bylaw.

Dogs Licensed (new and renewal)

2015 – 2,891(as of May 7)

2014 – 7,124 2013 – 7,200 2012 – 6,162

2011 – 3,698

Staff research of other communities within the USA and Canada has suggested the number of dogs in Airdrie could be approximately 13,000 to 15,000. This can vary

greatly as some households own more than one dog.

AME was called to several serious dog bites in Airdrie in 2014. Not all of these bites resulted in citations being handed out as several of these involved family members. As a result of these bites/attacks, officers were required to investigate, quarantine

the dog and have the dog assessed by a Dog Behaviour Specialist.

Year Bites/Attacks 2015 13 (April 24) 2014 70

2008 to 2013 45

The cost to run the dog program is not covered by the revenue received from licensing and fines.

2015 – Revenue budgeted for dog licenses and fines $324,000 2015 – Expenditure budgeted (salaries, kennel/vet fees and goods) $606,710

2015 – Net Cost to run Animal Control for Dogs budgeted $282,710 Note: The Kennel service for AME is a contracted service which is currently located

outside of Airdrie. A round trip to take a dog to the Kennel currently takes officers approximately one hour.

11. AME OFFICER QUALIFICATIONS

Input: Does the City of Airdrie’s AME officers have the qualification to provide animal control in Airdrie?

Response: The City of Airdrie does have fully trained officers to perform dog

control in Airdrie with the exception of performing vicious dog

assessments for Court purposes.

The following breaks down the training and qualification of our officers:

(a) Bylaw Officer (zero officers employed)

(b) Community Peace Officer Community Peace Officers are granted authority throughout the Province of

Alberta. Each officer is required to conform to the requirements of the Peace Officer Act including training requirements prior to working in the City of Airdrie or Province of Alberta.

AME employs the following officers:

i) Five (5) Level 1 Community Peace Officers

(Note: Level 1 officers specialize as traffic enforcement officers who deal with traffic offences in the City. One of these officers is trained to enforce

Commercial Vehicle weights and measures).

These five (5) officers are trained to enforce the following legislation:

Enforcement of City Bylaws

The Animal Protection Act

The Dangerous Dog Act

The Petty Trespass Act

The Gaming and Liquor Act

The Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, Part 9, Division 2

The Prevention of Youth Tobacco Act

The Provincial Offences Procedures Act

The Traffic Safety Act

The Tobacco Reduction Act

The Stray Animal Act

The Trespass to Premises Act

ii) Five (5) Level 2 Community Peace Officers

(Note: These officers typically only enforce bylaw related items. However, these officers can also enforce traffic related items which include bylaw offences).

These five (5) Officers are trained to enforce the following legislation:

Enforcement of City Bylaws







The Trespass to Premise Act

Authority to enforce moving elements of the Traffic Safety Act for the

purpose of enforcing City of Airdrie municipal bylaws.

(c) Dog Behaviour Specialist (zero (0) officers employed)

Municipal Enforcement does not employ a Dog Behaviour Specialist to perform dog assessment for vicious dogs. These specialists are Community Peace Officers who have extensive experience and training

dealing with dogs. This service is contracted out to a person with this knowledge and expertise.

12. LEGISLATION

Input: What legislation gives the City authority, powers and duties to the AME Officers?

Response: The following is the legislation that gives this authority:

Municipal Government Act

Gives the City the authority to create the Animal Control Bylaw and set out

powers.

Animal Protection Act

Gives Officers authority to deal with animals in distress and powers involving this enforcement.

Peace Officer Act

The Public Security Peace Officer Program operates under the umbrella of this Act.

Dangerous Dog Act

This legislation sets out how a Justice can or cannot determine a dog to

be dangerous.

Gives a Justice the authority to direct a Peace Officer to destroy a dog.

Bylaw Enforcement Officers Bylaw 07/97

Gives the City, through the MGA, the authority to appoint and set out

powers and duties of Bylaw Officers. (This Bylaw does not apply to Community Peace Officers)


1. Council could choose to direct staff to proceed with incorporating the recommended changes into the proposed bylaw. Staff would include the

amendments recommended by Council and return at a later date for consideration.

2. Council could direct staff not to proceed with the current proposed bylaw. Staff would continue to enforce the current Dog Control Bylaw. Residents and

Municipal Enforcement would not have a bylaw to properly deal with current and future enforcement and licensing issues.

3. Council could ask for additional information before proceeding. Staff would gather the information and return to Council.

Public Relations/Marketing Plan:

Staff will work with Corporate Communications to advertise to hold a public input session when Municipal Enforcement returns to Council with the bylaw. Recommendation:

That Council: 1. endorses the recommendations of staff with respect to the following amendments to

the proposed Animal Control Bylaw:

the removal of the section that deals with leash length;

the amendment to the definition of a dog at large;

the removal of the section that deals with cycling with dogs;

the amendment of the definition of Livestock to Large Animal;

the amendment of the Prohibited Animals/Livestock section;

the modification of the bylaw to allow for more than one foster dog without changing the maximum allowable limit of three dogs per premise;

the addition of the requirement for micro chipping of vicious dogs;

the renaming of the “Dogs off Owners Property” section to “Dogs in Off-Leash

Area” section;

the prohibition of a person 12 years of age or younger from having a dog in an Off-Leash area unless supervised by a person 18 years of age or older;

the prohibition of a person having more than three dogs in an off-leash area;

the prohibition of a dog in heat allowed in an off-leash area;

the requirement for the removal of a dog exhibiting aggressive behaviour from an Off-Leash area; and

2. directs staff to schedule a public input session prior to proceeding to Council for three

readings of the bylaw.

Darryl Poburan

Manager of Municipal Enforcement

RCMP and Building Inspections

Presenter: Darryl Poburan and Lynn Mackenzie Attachments: Animal Control Bylaw Review ed By: Mark Locking

Council Direction & Background

Council is being asked to give direction prior to staff bringing the Animal Control Bylaw back for consideration.

January 19th, 2015 staff introduced a draft Animal Control Bylaw to Council to replace the current Dog Control Bylaw No. 788.

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Strategic Communication Plan

Prior to bringing the bylaw to Council for approval staff obtained feedback from the public by the following methods:

Email

Calling

Attending open houses January 29, 4-6 p.m. at The Bone & Biscuit Co. (1102, 35 Mackenzie Way)

January 30, 4-6 p.m. at Pet Value (505 Main Street South)

January 31, 10 a.m.-noon at Pet Planet (501 3 Stonegate Dr NW)

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Results AME staff spoke with 120 people

Received 60 emails

From the three open houses staff has gathered public input from people representing dog owners, non dog owners and residents

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Feed Back Received The request for a Cat Bylaw

2 Meter Leash Length

Dogs in motor vehicles

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http://www.google.ca/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http://www.autos.ca/forum/index.php?topic=77484.0&ei=qR4QVabsBc_ZoASB64KwBw&bvm=bv.88528373,d.cGU&psig=AFQjCNHbubZqscLDZTrmZkL_5dZoXbGpCA&ust=1427206110855129

Feed Back Received Cont’d….. Cycling with a dog

Bees and Chickens

Number of Dogs

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http://www.google.ca/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http://www.wikihow.com/Ride-a-Bicycle-with-Your-Dog&ei=JR8QVZLCCIupogTcnIDABw&bvm=bv.88528373,d.cGU&psig=AFQjCNErs7SLbAdRf1OfXHRoE_UNiAwLrw&ust=1427206283455298

http://www.google.ca/url?sa=i&rct=j&q=&esrc=s&source=images&cd=&cad=rja&uact=8&ved=0CAcQjRw&url=http://citizencanine.org/educational-resources/selecting-a-dog/&ei=UR8QVdmgNIjsoAS8pYDYBw&bvm=bv.88528373,d.cGU&psig=AFQjCNFAXJwujbIBwkwl0hqU6GNYYylXhA&ust=1427206339401899

Feed Back Received Cont’d….. Vicious Dog

Peace Officer Access to Property

Off Leash Areas

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Proposed Changes/Additions to Dogs in Off-Leash Area: A person 12 years or younger is not allowed to have

a dog off leash unless supervised by an adult 18 years or older

Each person shall only have 3 dogs off leash in a designated off-leash area

A dog in heat is not allowed in an off leash area

A person with a dog that shows aggressive behavior must remove that dog immediately

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Off – Leash Areas Cont’d.. Enforcement is compromised by:

Number of areas

How large the areas are

Difficulty in accessing area

Lack of knowledge as to what the expectations are in the areas

Unclear boundaries

Mixed use of areas

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Why does Airdrie need such an extensive Bylaw?

Growth

Estimated Number of dogs in Airdrie

DOG LICENSES PER YEAR

2011 2,891

2012 6,162

2013 7,200

2014 7,124

15,000 – 53% are licensed

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Cont’d… Increase number of serious incidents

Cost for 2015:

DOG BITES

2008 to 2013 45

2014 70

Revenue budgeted $324,000

Expenditures budgeted $606,710

Net Cost $282,710

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AME Officers Community Peace Officers (CPOs)are granted

authority throughout the Province of Alberta.

Each officer must abide by the Peace Officer Act which includes specific training.

Staffing Breakdown:

5 Level 1 CPOs

5 Level 2 CPOs

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LEVEL 1 Community Peace Officers Enforcement of City Bylaws




The Gaming and Liquor Act

The Environmental Protection and Enhancement Act, Part 9,Division 2




The Tobacco Reduction Act

The Stray Animal Act


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Level 2 Community Peace Officers Enforcement of City Bylaws








Authority to enforce moving elements of the Traffic Safety Act for the purposes of enforcing City of Airdrie municipal bylaws.

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Legislation The following legislation gives Peace Officers their authority: Municipal Government Act Gives the City the authority to create the Animal Control Bylaw and set out powers. Animal Protection Act Gives Officers authority to deal with animals in distress and powers involving this enforcement. Peace Officer Act The Public Security Peace Officer Program operates under the umbrella of this Act.

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Legislation Cont’d….. Dangerous Dog Act This legislation sets out how a Justice can or cannot determine a dog to be dangerous. Gives a Justice the authority to direct a Peace Officer to destroy a dog. Bylaw Enforcement Officers Bylaw 07/9 Gives the City, through the MGA, the authority to appoint and set out powers and duties of Bylaw Officers. (This Bylaw does not apply to Community Peace Officers)

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Alternatives/Implications 1. Council could choose to recommend changes to the proposed bylaw. Staff would include the amendments recommended by Council and return at a later date with the bylaw. 2. Council could direct staff not to proceed with the current proposed bylaw. Staff would continue enforce the current Dog Control Bylaw. The residents and Municipal Enforcement would not have a bylaw to properly deal with current and future enforcement and licensing issues. 3. Council could ask for additional information before proceeding. Staff would gather the information and return to Council.

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Public Relations/Marketing Plan Staff will work with Corporate Communications to advertise to hold a public input session when Municipal Enforcement returns to Council for consideration reading.

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Staff Recommendation 1. Endorses the recommendations of staff with respect to the following amendments to the proposed Animal Control Bylaw: the removal of the section that deals with leash length; the amendment to the definition of a dog at large; the removal of the section that deals with cycling with dogs; the amendment of the definition of Livestock to Large Animal; the amendment of the Prohibited Animals/Livestock section; the modification of the bylaw to allow for more than one foster dog without changing the maximum

allowable limit of three dogs per premise; the addition of the requirement for micro chipping of vicious dogs; the renaming of the “Dogs off Owners Property” section to “Dogs in Off-Leash Area” section; the prohibition of a person 12 years of age or younger from having a dog in an Off-Leash area unless

supervised by a person 18 years of age or older; the prohibition of a person having more than three dogs in an off-leash area; the prohibition of a dog in heat allowed in an off-leash area; the requirement for the removal of a dog exhibiting aggressive behaviour from an Off-Leash area; and 2. Directs staff to schedule a public input session prior to proceeding to Council for three readings of the bylaw.

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AGENDA REPORT


Subject: Calgary Regional Partnership Membership

Boards Routed Through: Date:

City Council December 1, 2014

Description:

Council is being asked to review the responses (both written and joint meeting dialogue) to their concerns with the Calgary Regional Partnership and decide whether or not to continue with membership. Background:

At their regular meeting of December 1, 2014, Council discussed the future of the City of Airdrie’s membership in the Calgary regional Partnership (CRP). More specifically,

Council directed that their concerns be forwarded to CRP for response, and advised that should the response not meet Council’s expectations, the City would make a final

decision respecting their membership in the Spring of 2015. A letter outlining Council’s specific concerns was sent to the CRP on December 12, 2014.

The Chair of the CRP did respond with a letter on December 9, 2014, inviting Council to a joint meeting with the CRP Executive Committee. The letter also provided a link to

respond to Council’s concerns and questions as outlined in the December 1 staff report to City Council.

On March 5, 2015, a joint meeting was held with the CRP Executive and Airdrie City Council to discuss the issues and concerns that were sent to the CRP. Highlights of the

discussion included:

A move to increase CAO involvement in the CRP’s strategic, business planning,

and decision-making processes. It is hoped that greater staff involvement will help advance initiatives that are more tangible and valuable to communities.

Dialogue on the CRP governance structure and clarity around alternates and appointments to the Board.

The need to evolve committees to better utilize municipal administrative expertise.

Airdrie’s interest in transit fare integration and that it be included in the four-year strategic plan.

The need for greater communication between the CRP and its member municipalities so that the CRP is aware of regional issues specifically impacting

Airdrie, and Airdrie potentially requesting CRP support for some of these issues.

A commitment to review the governance/committee model of the CRP.

In addition to the conversations specific to Airdrie, the CRP has been working on a new four-year Strategic Plan that outlines the initiatives and actions to be focused on in the

region. Airdrie staff and Council were involved in that process. On March 20, 2015, the Strategic Plan, 2015/16 Business Plan and Budget were passed by the CRP Board.

Boards Routed Through: N/A


Council could choose to:

1. Retain membership with the CRP. This would mean Council is satisfied that their

concerns have been addressed or that the CRP is moving forward in a direction that meets Council’s expectations. Council would see value in continuing their membership.

2. Provide notice to withdraw membership from the CRP. This would suggest

Council is not satisfied that their concerns have been addressed or that the CRP is moving forward in a direction that meets Council’s expectations. As outlined in an earlier report, the Termination of Membership notice period for leaving the

CRP is four months prior to the CRP’s next fiscal year. This means the City would need to give notice by the end of November for an effective termination

date of April 1, 2016.

3. Table this item requesting further information from administration.

Recommendation:

That Council retains their membership in the Calgary Regional Partnership.

Paul Schulz

City Manager

Presenter: Paul Schulz

Department: CAO Review by: Agenda Setting Attachments: Correspondence (April 24, 2015; December 12, 2014; December 9, 2014

Calgary Region Focus Appointments: N/A

AGENDA REPORT

Meeting Date (M/D/Y): 05/19/2015 Subject: Transit Master Plan – Scope of Work

Boards Routed Through: Date: Community Services Advisory Board City Council

5/11/2015 5/19/2015

Description: Council is being asked to recommend the scope of work for a Transit Master Plan to Council for final endorsement. Background: Airdrie Transit currently operates within the policy framework of the Transit Service Plan and Investment Strategy adopted by Council in 2013. At that time, Council elected to approve the short-term strategies as outlined within the document and accept the medium and long-term strategies for information. Transit administration has made significant progress on the document’s short-term strategies since the plan was adopted in 2013. This includes new investment in fleet on the regional Intercity Express (ICE) service, extension of public transit services to northeast Calgary and implementation of automatic vehicle locations (AVL) technology on board the transit fleet to monitor on-time performance. A number of outstanding short-term strategies, including the construction of the South Transit Terminal and regional fare integration, are anticipated to be completed in the next several years. Since the Transit Service Plan and Investment Strategy was adopted in 2013, Council has approved a new capital program. The new capital program, adopted by Council in September 2014, is in alignment with the City’s second GreenTRIP submission to Alberta Transportation for fleet, facilities, customer amenities and new technologies. These new investments will provide the necessary fleet and facilities to expand services to meet the needs of the community while improving the customer experience of using public transit. These new investments go beyond the scope as identified within the Transit Service Plan and Investment Strategy. In February 2015, Council was presented with a draft of the Master Transportation Plan, “Connecting Airdrie”, for information. The intent of the Master Transportation Plan was to develop a comprehensive transportation plan, including public transit, for the City by incorporating objectives

and strategies outlined within the AirdrieONE Plan and the City Plan. The report included a high-level assessment of Airdrie Transit services with a number of key recommendations. The Master Transportation Plan did not drill down to a policy or service standard level for public transit services. Transit administration identified the policy gap between existing City strategic plans and the Transit Service Plan and Investment Strategy as part of the 2015 Transit operating budget. This included a budget addition to develop Airdrie Transit’s first Transit Master Plan providing strategic alignment with Council’s approved strategic plans. The intent being to establish policy and service standards framework from which Transit services will be designed and implemented. The initial step in this process is to define the scope and work and key deliverables as part of the Transit Master Plan. How will a Master Plan be Utilized? The objective for drafting a Transit Master Plan is to create a policy framework that is supported by a set of defined principles. The framework will provide strategic direction in the development and delivery of Airdrie Transit’s core services. A policy framework will have benefits for Council, City administration, customers and the general public. At a high-level, these benefits will include improved coordination of investments, planning and services that maximize value from public spending and increase responsiveness/customer service. Council will establish the policy framework which will then guide administrative processes such as capital investments programs, service levels, and business plan desired outcomes. The framework will have the ability to consider both short-term operating requirements and longer-term strategic initiatives. It will be the litmus test for Council’s vision of public transit services in the community. Proposed Plan Objectives: Transit administration has identified a number of proposed objectives for the Transit Master Plan:

1. Establish a formal policy framework for Airdrie Transit services 2. Establish public transit service standards for Airdrie Transit services 3. Review of current service delivery models with future recommendations 4. Review of current network design with future recommendations

Are we missing anything? Discussion regarding the proposed plan objectives is encouraged as this process provides Council and the Community Services Advisory Board with an opportunity to share their vision for the future as it relates to public transit services for the community. Transit administration believe this process will ensure that that the final draft of the Transit Master Plan will meet the expectations of Council and the Community Services Advisory Board and will provide a clear direction for future public transit services. Next Steps If endorsed, the scope of work will become part of a Transit Master Plan RFP which will be advertised to market in late May 2015. Council, the Community Services Advisory Board and other community stakeholders will be invited to participate in future consultations to provide more detailed input on Airdrie Transit services. These consultations are anticipated to be coordinated in early fall

2015. A draft final report to Council and the Community Services Advisory Board is anticipated in early 2016 with any revisions to Transit services anticipated in late 2016.

Proposed Project Timeline

Scope review with Community Services Advisory Board & Council May 2015

Transit Master Plan RFP released to market May 2015

Transit Master Plan awarded July 2015

Stakeholder consultations September – October 2015

Draft of the Transit Master Plan presented to the Community Services Advisory Board & Council for information

February 2016

Staff report on Transit Master Plan recommendations May 2016

Potential Service level changes October 2016

Alignment with AirdrieONE:

The investment and delivery of public transit services aligns with two key principles of the AirdrieONE Sustainability Plan:

1. Economic Prosperity The City’s public transit services provide and enhance labour mobility locally and regionally. Provision of public transit services improves the City’s competitiveness as local businesses have the ability to attract and retain workforce.

2. Sustainable Transportation Public transit services are identified as one of the key strategies for improving sustainable transportation outcomes within the AirdrieONE Plan. The goal being to design a system that moves people and that improves sustainability, safety and convenience. Airdrie Transit’s services have achieved this outcome as evident by the growing ridership levels over the past four years. Alternatives/Implications: Alternative #1 - Proceed with the scope of work as identified by Transit Administration in an RFP for a Transit Master Plan Transit Administration will incorporate the plan objectives within the body of this report to draft a scope of work for the Transit Master Plan. The intent will be a final draft of the Transit Master Plan for Council and the Community Services Advisory Board in early 2016. Alternative #2 – Amend the scope of work to be included in an RFP for a Transit Master Plan Council may wish to amend the scope of work to be included in an RFP for a Transit Master Plan. Alternative #3 – Table the report and request additional information Council may elect to table this report for additional information to assist in drafting a scope of work. Additional information would return at the next available meeting to ensure project timelines do not deviate significantly from the proposed project timeline.

Board Routed Through: At the May 11, 2015, meeting of the Community Services Advisory Board, the Board unamiously carried Alternative #1. The Board asked questions regarding the intent of the Transit Master Plan to consider and/or recommend future network and infrastructure projects. Recommendation: That Council endorse the recommendation of the Community Services Advisory Board of Alternative #1 – Proceed with the scope of work as identified by Transit Administration in an RFP for a Transit Master Plan.

Chris MacIsaac Transit Coordinator

Presenter: Chris MacIsaac Attachments:

Draft resolution for proclamation:

National Health and Fitness Day

Whereas:

the Parliament of Canada wishes to increase awareness among Canadians of the significant benefits of physical activity and to encourage Canadians to increase their level of physical activity and their participation in recreational sports and fitness activities;

it is in Canada’s interest to improve the health of all Canadians and to reduce the burden of illness on Canadian families and on the Canadian health care system;

many local governments in Canada have public facilities to promote the health and fitness of their citizens;

the Government of Canada wishes to encourage local governments to facilitate Canadian’s participation in healthy physical activities;

the Government of Canada wishes to encourage the country’s local governments, non-government organizations, the private sector and all Canadians to recognize the first Saturday in June as National Health and Fitness Day and to mark the day with local events and initiatives celebrating and promoting the importance and use of local health, recreational, sports and fitness facilities;

Canada’s mountains, oceans, lakes, forest, parks and wilderness also offer recreational and fitness opportunities;

Canadian Environment Week is observed throughout the country in early June, and walking and cycling are great ways to reduce vehicle pollution and improve physical fitness;

declaring the first Saturday in June to be National Health and Fitness Day will further encourage Canadians to participate in physical activities and contribute to their own health and well-being;

Therefore: We proclaim National Health & Fitness Day in our municipality/district /regional district as the first Saturday in June; (Optional) As a step to increase participation and enhance the health of all Canadians, we commit to mark the day with local events and initiatives celebrating and promoting the importance and use of local health, recreational, sports, and fitness facilities on National Health and Fitness Day.

OUTSTANDING COUNCIL FOLLOW-UP (Updated to May 19, 2015)

2015

Item Director Contact

Alderman and Date Originated

Expected Return Date

Unsecured Load provisions in new Traffic Bylaw

M. Locking Hunter – Nov 17/14 September 2015

Report back on potential source of funding for 40th

Avenue interchange

L. Wiwcharuk L. Stevens

Burley -Dec 1/14

January 2015 (Revised – April 2015) *Pending response re:

grant application

Report back on feasibility of a three-year business licensing structure

M. Locking Hunter- Jan 19/15 June 2015

Review existing Code of Conduct including exploring potential for a provision for social media

P. Schulz Hegg – Mar 2/15 May 2015

(Revised – June 2015)

Report back on drainage across 24th

Street between Yankee Valley BV and 1

st Avenue SW

L. Stevens Hunter – Mar 16/15 June 2015

Report back with update on status of 1, 99 East Lake CR NE

L. Wiwcharuk Hunter – Mar 16/15 June 2015

Report back with update on outcomes and strategies for Chinook Winds Park in early June

P. Schulz Hegg – Mar 16/15 June 2015

Report back re: process to review the land use in Kingsview Industrial Park

L. Stevens Hunter – Apr 20/15 October 2015

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