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Oct 27, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8 Governance And Priorities Committee Meeting Agenda And Minutes
The meeting included various administrative and committee reports covering agricultural and parks services, communications, community services, corporate services, enforcement statistics, and planning and development reports. Key discussion topics included follow-ups on the Miistakis Institute delegation, updates on the Exshaw Railway Highway 1A pedestrian crossing, progress on the Ten-Year Pavement Rehabilitation Plan, paving projects for Coyote Creek Road, pavement repair for Diamond Drive, rural water station system reports, creek and floodwater recovery, and a review of the APEX Retirement Program. The committee also discussed water and wastewater utility rate reviews, the Camera Surveillance Policy 2026-09, budgeting for anniversary events, and the FoodCycler program.
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The hearing involved a formal dispute regarding the property tax assessment of a residential condo unit located in the Copperstone complex. The complainant contested the current assessed valuation, arguing that it exceeded actual market value based on recent sales data for comparable units. The respondent, representing the municipal district, presented historical sales records to support the assessment. The board facilitated the exchange of evidence and established the procedures for the review process to determine the final valuation.
Oct 13, 2026·Board meeting
Council Regular Meeting
The meeting featured reports from various councillors regarding recent conference attendance and committee activities. The main agenda item was a delegation presentation by representatives from Transalta, who provided an overview of their hydroelectric fleet, reservoir management, and emergency response strategies for flood and drought mitigation. The council and the delegation also discussed the specific management of the Ghost Reservoir and its impact on water levels and pressure in the Bow Corridor, addressing public concerns regarding the river's management.
Oct 13, 2026·Board meeting agenda packet
Municipal District of Bighorn No. 8 Regular Council Meeting
The council meeting addressed various operational and strategic items, including a delegation on power generation and water movement from TransAlta Corporation. Key discussions involved capital projects like the Dead Man's Flats Third Avenue Parking Loop, bylaw designations for public utility lots, subdivision endorsements, and joint-use planning agreements with the Canadian Rockies School Division. Additionally, the council reviewed regional economic growth plans, payroll statistics, grant applications, and land market appraisals. The council also authorized budget amendments for creek and floodwater recovery efforts and discussed appointments for municipal financial audit services.
