Athabasca County invites proposals for detailed design engineering and field services for the Athabasca West Waterline Project. Only firms prequalified in the municipal engineering category under the County’s engineering consulting services prequalification may submit proposals. The services will support the County during the project’s pre-construction, construction, and close-out phases.
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Board meetings and strategic plans from Athabasca County
Atabaska County Council Special Meeting
Date: Oct 20, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council discussed and debated several items, including an amendment to the schedule of fees related to the residential driveway snow clearing program. Members debated the financial fairness of the proposed fee structure and the administration's approach to recovering from difficult budget cycles. The council also considered the level of service for registered agricultural drainage, deciding to defer the matter until provincial water act changes are enacted. Finally, the meeting included a presentation on potential options for the 2027 small mowing program, with administration outlining status quo, increased service, and grant-based alternatives for budget consideration.
County Council Council Meeting
Date: Sep 24, 2026Type: Meeting mention
The council approved the appointment of Senaca and Mercato as the county's auditor for a three-year term. The administration was directed to enter into an interest-free payment plan with impacted property owners. Landowner compensation rates for booster and truckfill stations were set at $7,500 per acre. Finally, the council approved an RMA resolution advocacy to revisit the local government fiscal framework capital allocation formula, allowing for updates prior to the fall convention.
Athabasca County Council Council Meeting
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The council reconvened from a closed session to vote on several motions. Key actions included approving a request to add an item regarding the local government fiscal framework capital funding formula to an upcoming Pembina Zone meeting agenda, directing administration to negotiate with the water commission, authorizing the organization of a governance checkup and team building workshop, and directing administration to book a meeting room.
Extracted from official board minutes, strategic plans, and video transcripts.
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