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Regular Meeting of Council
Awards and Proclamations
Council accepted several proclamations for information in accordance with the updated proclamations policy. Mayor Dean proclaimed June 2026 as National Indigenous History Month and June 21, 2026 as National Indigenous Peoples Day. Council also proclaimed June 2026 as Pride Month, Recreation and Parks Month, and Men’s Health Month. All proclamations were accepted for information.
Resolution Tracker Update
Administration (Office of the CAO) presented the 2025–2026 Resolution Tracker Update, outlining the status of all active Council motions. Council reviewed several items, including recreation data collection with the Chestermere Regional Community Association, and Motion 260324‑06 regarding resident donations to the Festival of Lights and outreach to community leaders. The update was accepted for information, and Administration was directed to report back on the outreach work for Motion 260324‑06 at the next Resolution Tracker update.
Expression of Interest for Waterworks Operator
Administration (Utilities) provided an update on the planned Expression of Interest process for future waterworks operations services. The process will gather market information on potential service delivery models, including external, internal and regional approaches. Information collected will support a future decision on a preferred operating model. The Board accepted the update for information and moved into closed session to receive advice from officials.
Social Wellbeing Framework Update
Administration (Community Support Services) presented the Social Wellbeing Framework Update for information. The update highlighted progress on resident-identified priorities related to belonging and inclusion, safety and resilience, community spaces, and growth. The Framework remains a priority for both Council and Administration, and the City will continue exploring how recommended action items can be implemented. Council accepted the report for information.
Recommendations from the Chestermere Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee
Administration (Legislative Services), on behalf of the Chestermere Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee, presented recommendations related to the upcoming review of Policy # 719 – Records Retention and Destruction. The Committee’s priorities include:
- Distinguishing between records kept indefinitely and those kept for a defined period
- Identifying items that are never destroyed
- Defining what constitutes a historical document
- Considering how artifacts are preserved
- Using Historical Society and Streetscape lists to identify historically significant materials
Council directed Administration to explore incorporating these recommendations into the revised policy.
Secondary Suites Definitions Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Bylaw # 015-26
Following the public hearing (4 participants/submissions), Administration (Community Growth and Infrastructure) presented Bylaw # 015-26, updating secondary suite definitions within the Land Use Bylaw. The amendments expand permitted suite types and update related regulations. Council gave second reading and third and final reading to Bylaw # 015-26.
Strathmore Medical Services Update
Council received a request from the Town of Strathmore for support of expanded diagnostic imaging services at the Strathmore Hospital. Mayor Dean was directed to sign an updated letter of support on behalf of the City.
Clearwater Park West Stage One Outline Plan Amendment and Land Use Bylaw Amendment – Bylaw # 025-26
Following the public hearing (no participants/submissions), Administration (Community Growth and Infrastructure) presented amendments to the Clearwater Park West Stage One Outline Plan and Bylaw # 025-26. The amendments redesignate Direct Control districts to standard residential districts, convert two private roads to public roads and reduce residential density. Council approved the updated outline plan and gave second reading and third and final reading to Bylaw # 025-26.
Unstructured Recreation Budget Recommendations
Administration (Recreation), on behalf of the Recreation Committee, presented recommendations for allocating the $100,000 Unstructured Recreation Budget.
Recommendations included support for community events, recreation programming, accessibility improvements and future recreation amenities. Council directed Administration to explore additional support options for youth recreation and approved spending of up to $100,000 from the 2026 Operating Budget on drop-in programming.
Off-site Levy Bylaw – Bylaw # 020-26
Following the public hearing (3 participants/submissions), Administration (Community Growth and Infrastructure) presented Bylaw # 020-26, the annual update to the Off-site Levy Bylaw. The bylaw updates levy rates based on revised project costs and growth projections. Council gave second reading and third and final reading to Bylaw # 020-26.
Master Recreation Plan – Scope of Work
Administration (Community Operations), on behalf of the Recreation Committee, presented the recommended scope of work for the Master Recreation Plan.
The plan will guide future recreation planning for City-owned recreation lands, facilities and amenities. Council accepted the recommendations and directed Administration to proceed with Phase 1 as outlined.