Debden

The Official Community Plan for the Village of Debden outlines a strategic direction for approximately twenty years of future growth and development, guiding land use planning and decision-making. Key focus areas include fostering sustainable residential, commercial, and industrial development; enhancing transportation and infrastructure; promoting economic growth and tourism; supporting community services and recreation; protecting amenities, dedicated lands, and natural/cultural heritage resources; and addressing biophysical hazards. The plan emphasizes integrated planning, intermunicipal cooperation, and fiscal responsibility to ensure a high quality of life, a strong economy, and a safe, healthy environment for current and future residents.

The council discussed various topics, including correspondence, financial statements, accounts payable, water reports, and maintenance. A delegate attended to discuss mentorship and projects. Bylaws 9/2016, 10/2016, and 11/2016 were addressed, with Bylaw 11/2016 concerning animal control being read and adopted. Policy 3/2016, the updated Village Policy Manual, was accepted. A letter was approved to be sent to the Debden Car Wash owner regarding sewer system overflows. Council reports were given on fire department activities, hall matters, waste management, recreation, health clinic, and water. The administration report included updates on a guest speaker event, a U of R class, and the posting of nomination notices.

The meeting included discussions and approvals regarding the agenda, minutes from the previous meeting, various correspondence items, financial statements, accounts payable, water reports, and time sheets. The council approved the 2020 Operating Budget, acknowledged the renewed Permit to Operate a Sewage Works, and approved the Debden Rec Board audited Financial Statements. Additionally, they approved SGI Assessment values as amended by the Administrator.

The council meeting covered several topics including correspondence filings, financial statements, accounts payable, and the purchase of fire suits and miscellaneous items for the Debden Fire Department. Discussions involved outstanding taxes on Highway 55, autocad mapping completed by Matthew Jean, and a subdivision application. The council also addressed a wage increase for the Administrator Assistant, permission for Amelie Patrick to park campers on a Village lot, and a wage increase for Leroy Fiddler upon certification. Big River First Nations asked Debden to be their Fire Department. Furthermore, the purchase of coal mix for repairs and a new scanner/photocopier for the office were approved.

The Council meeting addressed several key areas, including financial statements, accounts payable, water reports, and maintenance and administration time sheets. Amendments to a short-term lease agreement with Clayton Air Service were approved, along with the purchase of speed bumps. Bylaw 15/2017, which amends Bylaw 3/93, was introduced, read, and adopted. Discussions were held with delegates regarding a short-term agreement for tank storage, a Community TIPS grant, and the Lagoon Project. Approvals were granted for work recommendations by ACME Environmental Services Inc. and a change of scope for a vegetative environmental barrier and aerator purchase for the lagoon. Additional approvals covered an application permit amendment and change orders for concrete slabs and coconut matting related to the Lift Station. The Maintenance Report included updates on the new well, tire orders for the grader, slough water levels, property at 329 Main Street, and valve maintenance.