Langdon Community guidE

missionRocky View County is dedicated to effectively providing municipal services that cultivate and support our distinct communities.

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Langdon, aLberta

Rocky View county’s Good Luck Town

Langdon is located in Rocky View County and is fondly known as the Good Luck Town. It has a rich western heritage and pioneering spirit. Langdon truly has deep roots. Canadian Pacific Railway built a train station in the mid 1880’s to serve the needs of families who flocked to the area for the rich ranch and farm land. The surname of the contractor who built the rail line was Langdon and the station was named after him.

The history of Langdon lives on, as the streets are aptly named after the pioneers who first settled the area. Residents from the hamlet of Langdon enjoy an idyllic country setting, larger lots, lower taxes and a cherished community where people know their neighbours.

This guide is designed to provide residents with practical insights on living in the rural hamlet of Langdon in Rocky View County.

Langdon Facts

• Langdon is a hamlet in Rocky View County• Population: 2,613 (2006 census)• Elevation: 1,005 metres (3,297 feet)• Nearest large urban centre: Calgary

(about 15 kilometres west)• Logo is an upside down horseshoe• Incorporated as a village in 1908• Designated as a hamlet in 1975, under the

administration of the Municipal District of Rocky View No. 44 (Rocky View County)

• New subdivision development began construction in approximately 1995

• Subdivision of Boulder Creek and an 18 hole golf course were included in hamlet boundaries in 2003

• Main Street includes replicas of buildings from 1908• Nicknamed the Good Luck Town due to a lucky

streak of no deaths for 25 years until the typhoid epidemic struck in 1918

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Message froM the reeve

On behalf of Rocky View County, we are pleased to share this guide with the residents of Langdon. As our hamlet continues to grow, so does the need for access to information and we hope this guide provides helpful resources and tips for life in Langdon.

As your local councillor and a resident of the Langdon area community, I share in your appreciation for Langdon, our beautiful and charming Good Luck Town. We have the convenience of living just 15 minutes east of Calgary, while enjoying the peace and quiet of a rural setting. The best part is the warmth of the people and the luxury of getting to know our neighbours.

We have wonderful amenities for the outdoor enthusiast with over 100 acres of parks and open spaces, golfing, sports fields, outdoor skating, and walking and biking trails. We also have ongoing indoor activities at the Langdon Field House, IOOF Hall and the Womens Institute. Langdon has many of the conveniences of a large urban centre with medical services available and a number of quaint shops and restaurants.

We admire the residents of Langdon who are committed to enhancing the community, and we look forward to supporting their efforts by providing open communication and the resources to share in many future successes.

Reeve Rolly ashdown

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LocaL governMent

Langdon is a hamlet governed by Rocky View County. The County has a council of nine members, who are elected every three years, on the third Monday of October.

The County has nine electoral divisions, and a councillor represents each division. Langdon is in Division 4. Every year, the elected Council elects a Reeve and a Deputy Reeve. The Council is governed by the Municipal Government Act.

Your tax doLLars at work

As the major source of revenue comes directly from our taxpayers, Rocky View County strives to provide good value for resident’s tax dollar. This money is the source for all municipal services for residents. Rocky View continues to have one of the most competitive tax rates in Alberta, in both residential and non-residential rates.

wheRe do my tax doLLaRs go?

Each May, Council finalizes the amount of money required to support the County’s mandate to provide quality service to residents and businesses of Rocky View County. Your property taxes help pay for County initiatives and services such as emergency services, road maintenance, parks and recreation, and community development strategies. Your tax dollars are also used to fund provincial education. The amount paid for municipal services and provincial education is detailed in the resident’s tax bill.

senioRs education tax assistance pRogRam

The Education Property Tax Assistance Program for seniors provides an annual rebate to assist senior homeowners with the year-to-year increases in the education tax portion of their property taxes. For more information call the Alberta Seniors Information Line at 1.800.642.3853.

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pLanning & community seRVices $0.13

• Agricultural Services• Applications & Information Management• Cemetery Services• Family & Community Support Services• Municipal Lands• Parks & Recreation• Policy & Land Use• Project Management• Subdivision & Development Approvals

inFRastRuctuRe & opeRations $0.45

Responding to the challenges of the County’s growth, Infrastructure & Operations (I&O) is responsible for the development and implementation of sustainable and consistent practices regarding: operational requirements; design and construction standards; and fleet maintenance.

A number of services I&O provides include:

• Engineering Services• Facilities• Operations• Project Delivery• Road & Pipeline Crossings• Road Construction & Maintenance• Sewage Collection & Treatment• Solid Waste & Transfer Sites• Storm Water Management• Water Treatment & Distribution

What benefits do you receive for your tax dollars per year? BasEd on 2010 numBERs.

Council$0.02

Planning & Community Services $0.13

Emergency Services $0.22

Infrastructure & Operations

$0.45

General Government

Services $0.18

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emeRgency seRVices $0.22

Rocky View County is committed to providing safe communities for all its residents. In order to achieve this, Emergency Services operates five main areas:

• Bylaw Enforcement• Compliance• Commercial Vehicle Enforcement• Disaster Services• Fire Suppression, Prevention and Rescue• Provincial Statute and Traffic Enforcement

The three-year budget allocates funding to expand fire facilities and services. The increase in new firefighters and additional locations has dramatically reduced the County’s dependence on contracted services, and improved response times and customer service.

geneRaL goVeRnment seRVices $0.18

General Government Services provides a multitude of internal operations to support Council and other County departments.

Services provided by this department are:

• Assessment and Taxation• Economic Development• Fiscal Planning• Communications• Office of the County Manager

What benefits do you receive for your tax dollars per year? BasEd on 2010 numBERs.

Living bY ruraL neighbours

Agriculture shapes the economic, cultural and social fabric of Rocky View County. Langdon residents have chosen to live in a hamlet bordering rural neighbours. Residents share in the joys of open spaces, wildlife sightings and tranquility. Along with these benefits, come the differences of living near a rural setting, which is unlike living in a city.

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noise

Farmers and ranchers often work around the clock, especially during calving season in the spring and harvest time in the fall. Nearby agricultural operations may disturb otherwise quiet surroundings.

dust

Gravel roads generate dust. If travelling on gravel roads adjacent to ranch lands and farming operations, drive slowly and with care, as dust can affect the health of the livestock and the quality of crops.

Farming operations generate a fair amount of dust during dry and windy weather. Take the proper precautions if allergies are an issue.

cRop pRoduction inputs

Herbicides, fertilizers and insecticides may be used in nearby crops and pastures. Farmers and ranchers just as all others must operate within the constraints of public health and safety legislation dictating the use of these substances. Take the proper precautions if allergies are an issue.

Herbicides may legally be applied by airplanes flying in early morning and late in the evening. Expect the unexpected.

inVasiVe pLants

The County enforces the Weed Control Act of Alberta. If a property has invasive weeds, it is the owner’s responsibility to be aware of them and to control them.

The Weed Control Act of Alberta states all landowners are responsible for keeping weeds under control.

The County controls weeds on properties under their control and directs private landowners/tenants do so as well. Weed notices may be issued and measures to control growth and seed production of weeds will be strictly enforced.

Other weeds not listed in the Act are the responsibility of the landowner. The County’s Agricultural Services department has Weed Inspectors looking for and investigating weed complaints throughout the County. Call Agricultural Services (403.520.1287) if:

• You have concerns about weeds on a property.• You would like a consultation on weeds

on your property.• You want to drop off a weed sample

for identification.

Please call prior to coming in, if requiring immediate identification of a weed.

Roadside weed contRoL

Roadside weed control is carried out on a tri-annual basis (three year rotation). The use of herbicides is the most cost effective means to do this. All herbicide applications are carried out by certified applicators following the Industrial Vegetation Management Association’s (IVMA) “Standards and Good Practices” protocol, and Alberta Environment’s “Code of Practice,” for the safe use and handling of herbicides.

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Living bY ruraL neighbours continued

animaLs

Farm animals play a significant role in the agricultural context of Rocky View County. Some animals may cause objectionable odours and noise, and they can be dangerous. Do not enter pens or fields where neighbouring animals are housed. It is the owner’s responsibility to keep animals and pets on their property and under control.

When encountering a cattle drive, please pull over to the side of the road and allow the cattle to pass. If a rider directs you forward, do so slowly.

odouRs

Farming operations can produce different odours that may not be familiar to people. Some odours can be from livestock manure or compost being spread on fields to fertilize crops; others may be “fresher” smelling, especially in the summer, when cattle and horses are out on pasture. Occasionally in hot weather, stagnant water odours from pastured wetlands (as well as from the local sewage treatment infrastructure) may occur. Large farming equipment is mostly diesel-based, and sometimes diesel exhaust can travel in the air, especially in winter. Other odours may be from sources that are long distances away, including sulfur smells from gas wells and smog smells from urban air pollution. Most odours are temporary and dissipate with changes in wind and atmospheric conditions.

wiLdLiFe

Feeding wildlife is dangerous—for the wildlife. Nature provides us with some wonderful neighbours. Enjoy wildlife from a distance and do not feed any wildlife.

Not all wildlife are native to the County. Please report sightings of destructive animals such as Norway rats and raccoons to Agricultural Services at 403.520.7273.

• Put pet food away at night• Keep compost covered• Keep garbage well contained

ruraL roads

Rocky View County maintains 2400 kilometres of road, working to keep them safe, clear and clean year-round. A number of road programs are delivered yearly from dust mitigation, snow fencing and snow plowing to spring sweeping and roadside mowing.

Driving conditions may vary on area rural roads during winter and heavy rains. While County crews attend to roads as quickly as possible, drivers need to allow for extra time when it is wet, snowy and icy.

Road construction and maintenance are among the top priorities for the County. a significant portion of the County’s budget is dedicated to ensuring the transportation system is safe.

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Roadside BRushing

Each year, the County cuts back trees or brush growing in the road allowances reducing visibility at intersections or blocking traffic signs. Trees overhanging onto the road can also make it difficult for large vehicles to pass safely. Trees and brush can cause serious snow drifting making the road impassable. Municipal crews cut the brush with chain saws and brushing saws. The brush is then fed through a chipper on site blowing the wood chips into the ditch to mitigate erosion.

Roadside mowing

Every summer the County mows the grass in the ditches along the township and range roads. This improves sight distance at intersections and helps prevent the drifting of snow in the winter.

snow Fencing

Rocky View County road crews install snow fencing each fall to help diminish drifting of snow onto County roads.

Road LitteR contRoL

Illegal dumping of residual waste is more than just an annoyance or an inconvenient eyesore. Over the last few years, illegal dumping has caused rising costs to residents. It is estimated more than $200,000 will be spent yearly in removing and disposing of roadside waste and litter. Area residents are encouraged to report anyone suspected of illegally dumping waste material to the County’s Protective Services Department at 403.230.1401 or contact the closest detachment of the RCMP or Crime Stoppers at 1.800.222.TIPS (8477).

spRing sweeping

The sweeping program begins in late May and runs for four to six weeks, depending on weather, removing loose gravel, mud and various other materials from the roads. Rocky View hires crews from private contractors to conduct street sweeping and gravel collection. Rocky View takes requests to dump the collected gravel material from sweeping activities onto private driveways and will accommodate if possible.

Rocky View County also owns and operates road-sweeping brooms to clear rural non-subdivision roads. In contrast to the sweepers, the brooms remove the material from the road and deposit it in the ditches adjacent to the roads.

cRack seaLing

Infiltration of water below a road’s surface causes damage to the road’s foundation and surface.

Rocky View County crews work to seal the cracks on an ongoing basis applying approximately 20,000 linear metres of sealant to County roads per year.

Langdon has 56 kilometres of

snow plow routes to service in winter.

Langdon ruraL snow cLearing priorities

Part of these maintenance duties involves snow and ice control, which is undertaken to provide for the safe access and use for all vehicular and pedestrian traffic on roads and sidewalks on a priority basis.

Rocky View currently has a fleet of 13 snow plows and 13 motor graders which are used to clear snow from 2400 kilometres of roads throughout the County. In addition, Rocky View relies on several private contractors to service specific areas of the County throughout the winter.

Some roads are narrow and maintenance equipment and large farm equipment may have challenges negotiating some sections, and may have limited visibility. Please use caution when approaching them.

Hamlet streets require specialized equipment to clear snow.

sanding

Sanding takes place on the roads with the highest traffic, with attention given to hills, curves and intersections.

dRiVeways

Please do not deposit snow on or across the road when clearing driveways.

To report a problem with roads operations, residents can call Rocky View County’s maintenance crew at 403.520.6378.

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Road typesnow and ice contRoL (snic)

taRget Response

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Arterial roads 500+ vehicles per day:

Centre ST, TR234, Dead Horse RD, Brander AVE, Second AVE/ Fourth ST NE, Anderson AVE

Collector roads 200–499 vehicles per day:

Railway AVE

SNIC Operations commence upon a snow accumulation of 5 cm and conclude within 12 hours of the end of a storm

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Local roads, less than 200 vehicles per day

SNIC Operations commence upon a snow accumulation of 5 cm on hard-surfaced roads and conclude within 48 hours of the end of a storm

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highways

SH560 (Glenmore Trail) west of Centre ST and SH 797 north of Langdon: call Volker Stevin: 1.888.VSROADS (877.6237)

Best level of service: all hard-surfaced roads in the County are cleared to bare pavement and all gravel roads have both driving lanes clear.

Minimum level of service: arterial and collector roads are cleared but may have hard packed snow cover in driving lanes; shoulders and turn lanes may not be cleared. Gravel roads will be passable but may be reduced to single lane travel.

Acceptable level of service: all hard-surfaced roads are open and passable but there may be areas of drifting and snow accumulations. Gravel roads are open but may be difficult to drive in small vehicles due to snow accumulations and drifting.

County SNIC activities continue throughout a storm event until at least the minimum level of service as defined above is met. As time, weather and resources permit, SNIC activities will continue to meet the best level of service.

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utiLities

eLectRicity and natuRaL gas utiLities

Electricity and natural gas have been deregulated in Alberta. The Alberta Government provides a website with information to assist customers who want to choose the appropriate provider for their residence or business. Contact your distributor in the event of a natural gas emergency.

To learn more, go to the Alberta Government Utilities Helps website at: ucahelps.alberta.ca.

For electrical emergencies, power and streetlight outages, please contact FortisAlberta at 403.310.WIRE (9473). Street light outages can also be reported online at www.fortisalberta.ca.

wateR seRVicing

Langdon Waterworks has a franchise agreement with the County to provide the hamlet of Langdon’s potable drinking water. Accounts and billing are set up through Langdon Waterworks.

For more information call 403.936.5161 or go to www.langdonwaterworks.ca.

wastewateR seRVicing

Rocky View County provides sanitary sewer servicing to the hamlet of Langdon.

The County has contracted Corix Utilities Inc. for operating and maintaining the sanitary sewer collection, storm water management and wastewater treatment system in Langdon.

Bills are sent out once every two months. To set up an account or receive account information, please call:

ACCounts: 403.520.3932generAL: 403.520.3961eMAiL: utilities@rockyview.ca24 Hour eMergenCy: Corix 403.888.9249

Managing water in Langdon

Residents may notice plants such as cattails or grasses left in ditches and waterways. This is not a mowing oversight, as the area waterways benefit from aquatic plants growing next to them. Aquatic plants play a valuable role in balancing the local ecosystem.

Residents are to refrain from mowing to the edge of storm ponds, as aquatic vegetation is purposefully left along the edge to naturalize the area and to house birds and amphibians. Aquatic vegetation is also left to grow around, in and adjacent to ponds and low spots to reduce high salinity content in the soil.

Rip Rap

Residents may have noticed large rocky areas—referred to as rip rap—in ditches throughout Langdon. Rocks are placed around culverts to reduce soil erosion from excess water.

sump pump wateRs

The Langdon sanitary sewer system is not designed for handling extra water contributing to the system through weeping tile, roof gutter downspout and sump pump connections. These connections contribute extremely high amounts of flow into the system during wet weather periods, in addition to normal sewage flows and expected storm water infiltration, which can lead to system backups.

Residents are not permitted to direct sump pump waters into sanitary sewer drains. Sump pump water is not considered sewage and is not factored into the cost of processing at the wastewater treatment plant. Sump pump water should not be directed onto neighbouring properties, sidewalks, streets, or lands owned by the County. Homeowners should try directing downspouts away from the foundation of the home. Do not design downspouts to connect directly to weeping tiles.

Weeping tile, roof gutter downspout and sump pump connections to the sanitary sewer system are in contravention of Rocky View County Bylaws. Homeowners with these connections are required to remove the connections and are subject to a fine up to a maximum of $10,000. If you are unsure whether you have such a connection, call a local plumbing firm to assess your systems and correct it as needed.

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disposing oF sump pump wateR

There are things a homeowner can do to prevent the occurrence of a sewer backup into their home and it is recommended homeowners undertake some or all of these recommendations.

• Grade your lot so that water drains naturally away from your foundation/basement walls and into a landscape feature. If water drains toward your basement walls, it will drain directly to the weeping tile around the basement and can easily overload a home’s drainage system.

• Extend roof gutter leads away from your house• Install a backflow prevention device in the sewer

service connection. This will prevent sewage that has backed up in the sewer mains from flowing into the home via the service connection. These devices need to be installed in the proper location and orientation to be effective and should be installed by a plumbing professional.

• Water use should be discontinued in the home when the backflow preventer is in use, as it will prevent flows from within the home from draining into the sewer system. Once the level of sewage in the system has receded to normal levels, the backflow prevention device will automatically disengage and allow flows from the home to drain into the sewer system.

• Cut down on high water use activities such as showering and laundering during extreme wet weather events. The less added to the system during these periods, the better it will be for everyone.

• Many homes have a concrete swale or ditch running in behind to direct drainage of sump pump waters. Sump pump waters should be directed straight into the swale. The sump pump waters are directed into storm water retention ponds, for proper treatment.

the largest stormwater retention pond in Langdon is aerated to prevent stagnation.

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• If a concrete swale or ditch is not available behind the home, or weeping tiles are inadequate, try building a rain capture tank. This will reduce the amount of water flowing onto the property and the water can then be used for irrigation.

• Try creating a drainage area in the yard to collect excess moisture. Suggestions include creating a landscape area such as a rain garden with porous rock, or a xeriscape type garden with mulch and drought tolerant native plants.

Gardens and plants may be accommodated within properly graded sites by ensuring that a continuous flow of surface water away from the building is maintained. The backfilled area immediately surrounding foundations (1.8 metres or 6 feet) should not be planted. Instead, this perimeter should be made impervious to water penetration and sloped away. Plantings adjacent to this perimeter zone should have a sloped base below the root zone lined with a geotextile that will convey excess water away from the building and the plants. This approach reduces:

• The need for plant watering• The amount of water conveyed to the foundation

drains, and• The cost of any future foundation maintenance or

repair, as the plants do not have to be moved to access the below grade foundation.

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FutuRe mitigation oF extRa wateR

The County is working to reduce the amount of extraneous flows into the sanitary sewer system to help reduce or eliminate the occurrence of future system backups. The County conducts a visual inspection of manholes on the system to identify and repair any leaks in the joints and cracks. A video inspection will be completed in 2012, to help identify which properties have non-conforming connections to the sewer system. The inspection will also identify leaks in the sewer mains that allow groundwater to enter the system.

The County also plans initiate a new homeowner education and notification program. Residents will receive information about the impact of non-conforming connections on their home and their neighbour’s homes. Information will also be given on how to reduce the negative impacts. The County plans to undertake random inspections of homes and inspections of homes identified through the video inspection process to assess if any prohibited

connections exist and to work with home owners to correct them.

The management of our wastewater system is a joint responsibility. If we all do our part to use and maintain the system responsibly, residents can expect quality service and reliability from the system for years to come.

The Canadian Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) provides additional information on basement flooding and how to prevent it from happening. Visit www.cmhc-schl.gc.ca for the fact sheet.

infrastructure and operations

in person: 911 32 AVE NE, Calgary, ABteL: 403.230.1401fAx: 403.277.3113eMAiL: mdrv@rockyview.caweB: www.rockyview.ca

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garbage coLLection

Langdon residents have curbside garbage collection. Waste must be out at the curbside no later than 7:00 am on Thursdays. Langdon has a two bag limit per week, or if using a container for waste, it must weigh no more than 20 kilograms (kg), and be no larger than 121 litres (L). All garbage should be bagged for the safety of the collector during disposal.

pRepaRation tips

• Waste must be out at curb by 7:00 am on Thursdays. The collector is not permitted to cross streets to collect garbage that has been put out after the truck has passed by. The collector’s Health and Safety program does not allow collectors to cross the street or leave their vehicle unattended.

• Two bag or container limit per household per week.• A container cannot weigh more than 20 kg and

cannot be bigger than 121 L.• All garbage should be bagged, bundled and tied, as

dust, ashes and small particles can be inhaled by a collector during disposal. Loose objects can cause face and eye injuries.

• Sharp objects such as glass, knives, razor blades and nails should be placed in protective wrapping or a puncture proof container labelled “sharps.” Needles should be returned to the pharmacy where they were purchased for proper disposal.

• Make sure sidewalks are clear of snow and ice so the collector can access garbage at minimal risk to their safety. Make sure bags can be seen by the collector. White bags are difficult to see when placed on a snow bank.

pRohiBited items incLude

• Waste presenting a hazard when handling such as household hazardous waste including motor oil, paint, chemicals or propane tanks. (these can be brought to the Transfer Site at no charge)

• Loose broken glass• Heavy items• Anything recycled or composted at the Langdon

Transfer Site (uncontaminated) such as grass and leaves, paper and cardboard, TV’s and tires

• Medical waste• Construction waste• Industrial waste

If two bags of garbage are out by 7:00 am and not picked up, contact the County call centre at 403.520.6378 to correct the situation.

Any excess waste, recycling or household hazardous waste can go to the Langdon Transfer Site. For those living outside of Langdon who do not wish to take their garbage to a transfer site, a waste collection company may be contacted.

Langdon BottLe depot

Refundable beverage containers can be taken to the Langdon Bottle Depot located at 8 Second AVE NE or visit www.bcmb.ab.ca for other locations.

Langdon tRansFeR site

The Langdon Transfer Site* is located at 505 Railway AVE, Langdon, AB.

teL: 403.829.4493Hours: Wednesday 12:00 pm to 6:30 pm Saturday 9:00 am to 3:00 pm

*A transfer site is a facility where solid waste materials including yard waste, household garbage, and recycling are transferred from vehicles into large bins for efficient transport to landfills, recycling centres, compost centres and household hazardous waste facilities.

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Langdon tRansFeR site accepted mateRiaLs

• Household garbage (1 tag-a-bag ticket per bag)• Cardboard• Newspaper• Mixed paper• Metal• Clear glass (no ceramics, light bulbs, mirrors)• Household hazardous waste• Automotive batteries• Electronic waste• Used clothing• Appliances (fridges, freezers and water coolers,

$20 charge for Freon removal)• Grass and leaves (seasonal)• Christmas trees (seasonal)• Cell phones• Propane tanks• Household plastics (must be clean, no styrofoam)• Used motor oil and containers

(do not rinse containers)• Gear oil, hydraulic oil, transmission fluid• Oil filters• Paint• Tires (rims removed)• Bunker bags, silage tarps, bale wrap (must be rolled)• Wire (must be rolled and free of non metal items)• Bale twine (must be free of debris and in clear bags)• Obsolete agricultural pesticides• Empty agricultural pesticide containers

(must be triple rinsed)

Visit www.rockyview.ca for more information.

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enforceMent and coMpLiance

Rocky View County Enforcement and Compliance Section’s primary focus is customer service. Community Peace Officers perfom three distinct roles:

traffic Enforcement

The objectives of this unit are to ensure public safety, promote traffic safety and protect County roads and infrastructure. This is done by enforcing Provincial Legislation such as the Traffic Safety Act, the Use of Highway and Rules of the Road Regulation, the Vehicle Equipment Regulation, the Operator Licensing and Vehicle Control Regulation, Commercial Vehicle and Safety Regulation, and the Gaming and Liquor Act.

Bylaw Enforcement

The objectives of this unit are to provide animal control services and enforce County Bylaws. This is done by enforcing the Animal Control Bylaw, Municipal Addressing Bylaw, Unsightly Premise Bylaw, Litter Bylaw, Noise Bylaw and Parking violations to name a few. The Animal Control Bylaw support responsible dog ownership through licensing which helps return lost dogs to their owners.

Land use Bylaw Compliance

Compliance Officers are responsible for enforcing the Land Use Bylaw. This bylaw is the book of rules for development in the County. It provides guidance on things such as how many animals and buildings are allowed on a property. Development Compliance Officers are available to follow up on any concerns, inquires and/or complaints that you may have about the activities in your neighbourhood.

More information on the County’s Bylaws and the Enforcement and Compliance Section can be found on our website www.rockyview.ca

The Enforcement and Compliance Section can also be contacted by calling 403.230.1401 and pressing #2 for Emergency Services.

RoyaL canadian mounted poLice

The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) are the policing authority for Langdon and surrounding areas. They are funded and staffed by the Provincial Government at no direct cost to the County. The RCMP have four detachments serving the residents of Rocky View (Cochrane, Airdrie, Beiseker and Strathmore). The rural RCMP officers from the Strathmore detachment respond to and patrol Langdon.

The RCMP have both Provincial and Federal powers and enforce a wide variety of laws. They are charged with keeping the peace, preventing crime and the investigation of crimes already committed.

If a resident of Langdon has a concern regarding any of the above activities they are encouraged to call the RCMP dispatch centre. Police officers will be dispatched from Strathmore or any other available centre depending on the nature and urgency of the complaint.

Rcmp contact:

eMergenCy: 9-1-1non eMergenCy DispAtCH Centre: 403.276.5794strAtHMore DetACHMent: 403.934.3968

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dog Licences

All dogs in Rocky View County who are three months of age or older must be licensed in compliance with the County’s Animal Control Bylaw.

Fees

• Spayed or Neutered Dog (after three months): $15.00• Non-Altered Dog: $35.00• Pup (up to six months): $25.00

Falsifying information on your license application carries a fine of $500. Failure to obtain an annual licence carries a fine of $150.

why License youR dog?

In addition to being in compliance with the County’s Bylaws, having a dog licence is a very important factor in ensuring pets are returned to owners if lost. It also tells strangers who may see a lost dog that it is not a stray. There are over 3000 resident licensed dogs in the County, and having a tag on their collar greatly increases the chances of reuniting these pets with their families as quickly as possible.

• All dogs in Rocky View County must be licensed. • Licensing periods are for the fiscal year, from

January 1 to December 31.• Renewal notices are sent in the mail early

in the new year.• The licensing fee remains the same from January

to September, although the license is only valid until December 31 of the calendar year.

• If a new licence is purchased between September and December, half of the regular licence fee is remitted.

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dog Licences continued

Dog licence fees allow the County to help educate dog owners about responsible pet ownership, work with neighbors to resolve their dog-related problems, return lost dogs and enforce the Animal Control Bylaw, a Bylaw which helps to control and support the activities of dogs in the community for the benefit of all.

oBtaining oR Renewing youR License

online

Download a copy of the dog license application form at www.rockyview.ca.

in Person

Take your dog licence application or renewal to the tax counter at the Rocky View County Administration Building, from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday. Payment can be made by cash, cheque, debit or credit card.

By Fax

Fax a copy of the completed dog licence application or renewal, along with credit card information and a valid signature to 403.277.5977. The County is unable to process credit card payments over the phone.

By mail

Complete the application or renewal and mail, along with a cheque (payable to Rocky View County) or credit card information to Rocky View Dog Licensing, 911 32 AVE NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 6X6.

RepLacement tags

When licensing a dog, the owner is issued a permanent dog tag. If the dog loses its tag, the owner will need to purchase a replacement tag at a cost of $10. This can be done in person at the Rocky View County Administration Building, by fax, or by mail. If you order the replacement tag by fax or mail, it will be mailed, after the payment has been processed.

who to contact iF youR dog is Lost

There are no animal shelters in Rocky View, but any lost animals picked up in the County by Bylaw Enforcement will be taken to the:

Calgary Humane society

4455 110 AVE SE Calgary, AB, T2C 2T7 403.205.4455 found@calgaryhumane.ca

moRe dog Licensing inFo

teL: 403.520.3932fAx: 403.277.6601eMAiL: lmanaog@rockyview.ca

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fire and eMergencY services

Rocky View Fire Services is made up of full-time, casual, paid-on-call and volunteer firefighters totalling about 265 members throughout the County. For fire emergencies, Langdon has a fire station located at 12 Railway Avenue, and the station provides coverage for the south east area of the county.

For medical emergencies, Rocky View County is served by ground ambulances operated by Alberta Health Services.

The nearest acute care hospitals with emergency services are located:

• Strathmore General Hospital 200 Brent BLVD, Strathmore – 31 km

• Peter Loughheed Centre 3500 26 AVE NE, Calgary – 29 km

• Rockyview General Hospital, 7007 14 ST SW, Calgary – 33 km

For emergencies, RCMP, fire and medical services can be accessed by calling 9-1-1.

heaLth services

The Langdon Medical Clinic is located at 106–355 Centre ST NW, Langdon. Services include a family practice, a women’s health clinic, and walk-in service. The clinic has a psychotherapist and a message therapist available. For clinic hours or to book an appointment call 403.936.5990.

Other health services in Langdon include a pharmacy, dental and chiropractic care, a spa and wellness centre and a veterinary clinic.

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propertY, perMits and inspections

Before purchasing, developing, adding or making changes to a property or home, inspections and/or permits may be required. It is the responsibility of the property owner to ensure any work being carried out does not contravene the requirements of restrictive covenants, caveats or any other restrictions registered against the property.

Rocky View County’s Building Services is responsible to administer, review and issue Building Permits for buildings/structures. Any structure greater than 107 square feet in area and over seven feet nine inches high requires a building permit. All buildings must comply with the setbacks as dictated by the applicable bylaw.

peRmits and inspections

Building Permits are needed for the following:

• Accessory buildings and detached garages• Accessory dwelling units• Additions to a single family dwelling• Basement developments• Decks• Farm building location permits• Home renovations• Hot tubs• Kitchen renovations• Mobile homes for farm help• Move-on dwellings / manufactured homes• Single family dwellings• Swimming pools• Tenant bay development for commercial offices• Wood stoves and fireplaces

BuiLding inspections

To arrange for a building inspection, please call 403.520.1656 to leave a message.

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eLectRicaL, pLumBing and gas inspections

To arrange for an inspection for electrical, plumbing or gas, please call 403.275.3338.

BuiLding codes and FiRe ReguLations

For detailed and complete building codes and fire regulations, please refer to the Alberta Building Code and the Alberta Fire Code website at www.municipalaffairs.gov.ab.ca or contact the Province of Alberta’s Municipal Affairs and Housing Safety Services branch at 1.866.421.6929.

aLBeRta one caLL

Prior to digging on your property, remember to call 1.800.242.3447 to have your utilities marked.

BoundaRies

Know where your property boundaries are. Developments such as fences must be built within boundaries and not on neighbouring properties. Keep in mind adjacent properties or vacant lots may change.

changes to a paRceL oR deVeLopment

If planning to make changes to a parcel or development, please contact Rocky View County’s Planning Services at 403.520.8166 to ask questions, or book an appointment.

pRopeRty peRmit and inspection contacts

Building Services (permits/inspections)

in person: 911 32 AVE NE, Calgary, ABteL: 403.520.8166fAx: 403.277.3066eMAiL: building@rockyview.caweBsite: www.rockyview.ca/building

Building inspection bookings: 403.520.1656

Electrical, plumbing or gas inspection bookings: 403.275.3338

Planning Services (parcel changes/development)

in person: 911 32 AVE NE, Calgary, ABteL: 403.520.8166fAx: 403.277.3066eMAiL: planning@rockyview.ca

Alberta One Call 1.800.242.3447

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coMMunitY services

schooLs

Langdon schools• The Langdon Montessori Preschool• The Stepping Stones Langdon Preschool • Langdon School is a public school kindergarten

to Grade 9• The Sarah Thompson School will open in September

of 2012 and is kindergarten to Grade 5

Chestermere schools• Prairie Waters Elementary is a public

school kindergarten to Grade 5 and offers French immersion

• Rainbow Creek Elementary is a public school kindergarten to Grade 5

• St. Gabriel’s the Archangel school is a separate school kindergarten to Grade 12

• Our Lady of Wisdom School is a separate school kindergarten to Grade 6

• Chestermere Lake Middle School is a public school Grades 6 to 9

• Chestermere High School is a public school Grades 10 to 12

Nearby Indus has a preschool and a public school kindergarten to Grade 9.

Langdon FaciLities

There are three recreation/rental facilities in Langdon, which host indoor activities throughout the year.

• Langdon IOOF Hall• Langdon Women’s Institute• Langdon Field House

From seasoned athletes, active seniors or young children, Langdon has many indoor and outdoor amenities to enjoy.

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LiBRaRy

Langdon does not have its own library. Rocky View County belongs to the Marigold Library System. Residents can obtain a membership card at any library located in the Marigold Library System giving access to an extensive list of resources and materials from 265+ participating libraries. Members can take advantage of the Paperback-by-Mail Service which delivers materials directly to those customers who cannot easily access a member library.

The closest Marigold Library serving Langdon residents is the:

Chestermere Public Library

105B Marina RD, Chestermere, AB

teL: 403.272.9025weB: www.chestermerepubliclibrary.com

Langdon days

The community celebrates Langdon by hosting a three day annual event every July called Langdon Days. Residents and visitors enjoy slow pitch, activities for children, live music, a parade and fireworks.

theatRe association

Langdon has a theatre association for those interested in watching or taking part in theatre. Visit www.langdontheatre.ca to learn more.

community ResouRce seRVices

A Community Resource Facilitator is available to connect those who need support for:

• basic needs (food, clothing, shelter)• family support• youth, adult, family and seniors programs• financial Issues• mental and physical health issues

Block Party Kits and Community Garage Sale Kits can be rented from Rocky View County Community Services for free during the summer.

For program and community services information, call 403.207.7060.

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Langdon parks and open space

what makes Langdon such a gReat pLace to LiVe?

Langdon has easy access to parks and open spaces within the community. In Langdon, there are numerous outdoor recreational opportunities available. Amenities are in place for ice skating, walking, biking, and playing soccer, hockey and baseball.

Throughout the hamlet, a wide variety of inter-connected pathways and open spaces allow residents an opportunity to explore their community while providing opportunities for families to congregate and experience the outdoors and to get to to know their neighbours.

Langdon radiates out from the centrally located Langdon Park, a 28 acre open space gem. The park features a field house, a skateboard park, an outdoor hockey and ice skating rink, softball fields, playgrounds and a system of paved pathways which runs through the park—ideal for biking or walking.

did you know Langdon has almost

100 acres of parks and open space, with future plans for even

more open spaces and amenities?

Ample shade is cast throughout the park from mature trees which provide the perfect setting for having a picnic or for quiet family get-togethers.

Located in the north western part of Langdon, a tot lot complete with a playground and a swing set are accessible to families. This tot lot provides the perfect setting for children to play and explore while families visit and enjoy the friendly spirit within this vibrant community.

In the east side of Langdon, a network of open space stretches for five blocks from Henderson Road south

to Wenstrom Crescent. These properties are openly grassed with no amenities which provide ample space for throwing a baseball, tossing a Frisbee or for a quick game of touch-football.

In the southern section of the Hamlet, the new neighborhood of Boulder Creek offers residents a system of interconnected pathways and green spaces which provide residents ample opportunities to explore and enjoy this bustling “Craftsman” style community, or play a round of golf at Boulder Creek Golf Course.

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gardening and Landscaping

The soils in the Langdon area have high clay content and high salinity content. The soils are sticky when wet and almost impermeable when dry. The water retention of clays soils is very good, but the high salinity levels cause plants stress, and disrupt the plants ability to absorb moisture.

Gardeners have a few remedies to consider when working with this soil type. Organic matter such as compost can be added to make the soil easier to work, make it better at holding and draining water, and to reduce the salinity content. Consider planting saline tolerant trees, shrubs and perennials. Perennial plants and grasses are more tolerant of high saline soils than annual plants. There are many plants which are more tolerant of high levels of salinity, and these plants are generally the same ones used for xeriscape gardening.

native plants and perennial beds are best for clay and saline soil types.

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rockY view countY contacts

Rocky View county administRation BuiLding

911 32 AVE NE, Calgary, AB, T2E 6X6teL: 403.230.1401fAx: 403.277.5977Hours: 8:00 am – 4:30 pm Monday – Friday Offices closed on statutory holidays.

For emergencies, dial 9-1-1 to access services

diVision 4 (Langdon) counciLLoR

Rolly Ashdown, ReeveteL: 403.220.2020CeLL: 403.999.2722eMAiL: rashdown@rockyview.ca

agRicuLtuRaL seRVices

teL: 403.520.1287eMAiL: agservices@rockyview.ca

BuiLding seRVices and peRmits

teL: 403.520.8166

dog Licensing

teL: 403.520.3932

economic deVeLopment

teL: 403.520.8195

eLectRicaL

Electrical emergencies, power and streetlight outages contact FortisAlberta teL: 403.310.WIRE (9473)

emeRgency seRVices (non-emergencies)teL: 403.230.1401

inFRastRuctuRe and opeRations

teL: 403.230.1401eMAiL: mdrv@rockyview.ca

Langdon tRansFeR site

teL: 403.829.4493

paRks, RecReation and community seRVices

teL: 403.520.8166

pLanning seRVices

teL: 403.520.8166

Road maintenance

teL: 403.520.6378

Rcmp

eMergenCy: 9-1-1non eMergenCy DispAtCH Centre: 403.276.5794strAtHMore DetACHMent: 403.934.3968

soLid waste and RecycLing

teL: 403.520.6378

taxation and assessment

teL: 403.230.1401

wateR seRVicing (Langdon wateRwoRks)

teL: 403.936.5161weB: www.langdonwaterworks.ca

wastewateR seRVicing

ACCounts: 403.520.3932generAL: 403.520.3961weB: utilities@rockyview.ca24 Hour eMergenCy: Corix 403.888.9249

VisionRocky View is an inviting, thriving and sustainable County that balances agriculture with diverse residential, recreational and business opportunities.

For additional copies, contact

info@rockyview.ca.

rocky view county 911 32 aVe ne, calgary, aB, t2e 6x6 teL 403.230.1401 | Fax 403.277.5977

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