Kevin Schaaf

The committee meeting focused on several key operational and infrastructure topics. Discussions included a presentation on potential participation in a regional food waste and organic composting initiative to help divert waste and extend landfill capacity. Additional updates were provided on water treatment plant maintenance, municipal works projects including road resurfacing and storm program rehabilitations, and airport maintenance operations, air service connectivity, and an upcoming air show event.

The meeting focused on several key operational and development initiatives. Topics included an update on a land development project in Ranchlands involving the creation of ten new single-family residential lots, including discussions on infrastructure, construction timelines, and resident communications. Additionally, the committee reviewed a budget amendment request for the gas custody transfer meter program to ensure compliance with measurement standards, and examined financing options for electric utility service upgrades to support backyard and secondary suite development, ultimately recommending the continued use of existing tax exemption bylaws to incentivize such housing.

The council meeting included a discussion and adoption of an amended agenda, followed by announcements regarding local community events such as the Sports Hall of Fame induction and the Rise Up Hot Air Balloon Festival. The council also addressed consent agenda items, including a first-quarter economic development update and a budget amendment for electric energy land. A public hearing was held regarding Bylaw 4883-2026, which proposes the rezoning of 21 Ranchlands Boulevard from neighborhood commercial to medium density residential district to accommodate a proposed residential condominium project.

The committee convened to discuss confidential personnel matters in a closed session. The meeting included a brief discussion on action items before transitioning to the closed session, followed by the adjournment of the proceedings.

The committee meeting covered updates on tax issue notices and property assessment complaints, noting that current complaints are trending lower than the five-year average. Discussion was held regarding the implementation of pre-roll agreements with multi-family unit owners to reduce appeals. The committee reviewed amendments to the hedging policy to align with the current organizational structure, including updates to roles and the removal of outdated programs. Additionally, the 2025 Annual Report was presented as an opportunity to showcase organizational accomplishments and improve transparency for stakeholders.