Aquadeo

The council adopted new policies regarding purchasing procedures and revenue recognition. The meeting included the approval of a lot consolidation request, the monthly financial statement, and the current list of accounts paid. Key financial decisions involved authorizing transfers to reserves for water infrastructure and the fire department, as well as providing instructions to the CAO concerning the collection of lands in arrears. The council also appointed a voting delegate for the 2026 SUMA convention, reviewed maintenance and water reports, and held an in-camera session regarding economic development costs.

The council meeting addressed several legislative and administrative matters, including the passage and approval of General Penalties Bylaw #01-2026 and Trailer Licensing Fee Bylaw #02-2026. Financial approvals included the monthly financial statement, the list of accounts paid, and the transfer of reserves to specific accounts. The council reviewed the shop and water reports and conducted an in-camera session. Other business included the consolidation of properties at 501 and 511 Elto, the establishment of fees for multiple recreational vehicles on private property, the authorization of a 3-year lease agreement for an ice cream shack, and the adoption of a sick leave policy.

The Council meeting covered several operational and administrative topics. Key agenda items included the acceptance of the Tangible Asset Policy, approval of monthly financial statements and accounts payable, and the establishment of municipal, school, and library mill rates. The Council discussed rates from the Jackfish Watershed Authority, modifications to garbage levy invoices, and prize structure for local parade activities. Significant attention was given to infrastructure, including shop reports, well pump replacement, reservoir repair, and maintenance for the water plant. Additionally, the Council authorized grant applications for water system upgrades, approved the Water Schedule Policy, acknowledged the monthly water report, and issued a call for nominations for Mayor and Councillor positions.

The Council reviewed the fire report and monthly financials. An in-camera session was held to discuss human relations and strategic planning. Key actions included the acceptance of the 2025 Annual Financial Statement, implementing charges for after-hours water services at the Trailer Court, and initiating an inquiry to SUMA regarding fire grants. The Council adopted new policies for vacation and sick leave, authorized the installation of protective enclosures for the water treatment plant, and approved the use of property for bouncy castles. Furthermore, the Council established a road access agreement, purchased golf carts, approved a fuel tank cost-sharing arrangement, and granted a development permit extension.

The combined documents detail agendas for several meetings of the Council. Topics discussed include the Call to Order, approval of agendas, declaration of Conflicts of Interest, discussion regarding the Canada Community Building Fund Office Renovation, an Environmental Study, Financial Reports covering various accounts and monthly statements, review of correspondence, and addressing arrears of taxes. Other business included discussions on Councilor tablets, debit machines, removal of interest for utilities, licenses, appointments to the Board of Revision and Development Appeals Board, and a hardware request. A separate Special Meeting included a report on the Aquadeo Beach Resort Purchase concept and a Public Hearing on the Borrowing Bylaw #1/2025.