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Council Meeting Highlights - January 15, 2025

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Strategic Goal: Collaborative Partnerships

Water Assessment Report Released for Review

  • Council authorized the release of the updated Beaver County Water Assessment report to the Chief Administrative Officers of the Towns of Tofield and Viking, and the Villages of Ryley and Holden for review with their Councils. An updated summary of the report will also be prepared for public release.

 

Regional Candidate Orientation for 2025 Municipal Election

  • Council approved retaining Strategic Steps to provide a regional municipal election candidate orientation in September 2025. The costs will be shared equally with the Towns of Tofield and Viking and the Villages of Ryley and Holden, ensuring all potential candidates receive thorough pre-election training.

 

Strategic Goal: Lifestyle Enhancement

Support for Tofield Golden Club’s Award Nomination

  • Council authorized the Reeve to provide a letter of support for the Tofield Golden Club’s nomination for the 2024-2025 Minister’s Seniors Service Award, recognizing their contributions to seniors in the community.

 

Holiday Decorating Contest Winners Announced

  • Council awarded 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place winners across various divisions in the 2024 Holiday Decorating Contest, celebrating residents' efforts in spreading holiday cheer. The winning entries can be found on the County website and social media channels.

 

Recognition of the Beaver Hills Biosphere’s Award

  • Council will recognize the Beaver Hills Biosphere Region Association for receiving the Alberta Heritage Awareness Award, by:
    • Sending a letter of congratulations signed by the Reeve.
    • Featuring the Biosphere’s award on the County’s website and social media.
    • Proclaiming the award at a future Council meeting.

 

For more information on items discussed at the Council Meeting, please review the full Agenda Package for this meeting. New and/or amended Policies and Bylaws are uploaded to the County website after they have been signed.