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Learn about the new rules for Cannabis-related businesses in High River; Get ready for the Town's annual Canada Day celebrations; Find out about this year's property Tax rate bylaw...and more!
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The Town of High River is a people-first community on the Highwood River and a great place to live, work and play. We strive to meet our values of being respectful, ethical, transparent and always acting in the best interest of the community.
As a member of our team you will have the opportunity to work on important projects that are helping to shape the future of the town - a vibrant and thriving community that offers an inclusive social environment and many locally-owned and dynamic businesses.
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New municipal enforcement now in effect for High River
The new municipal enforcement agreement between the Town and the MD of Foothills came into effect on Monday, June 4, 2018. The agreement utilizes Community Peace Officers within the MD to provide enforcement services within the town.
"This agreement provides efficiencies of shared personnel, adds depth of resources to our existing enforcement model and emergency first responders, and further complements the list of current services we provide to the collective communities," says Peter Genereux, Manager of emergency management and protective services for the Town.
Although the agreement is in effect, enforcement will be gradually implemented as training and equipment requirements are fulfilled. The primary focus while the Town and MD transition into the new agreement and service model will be to educate residents on enforcement. That being said, if a Peace Officer on duty sees an infraction within the community, they may issue a provincial ticket.
"Peace Officers are approachable, impartial and responsive to the needs and concerns of the community. Their focus is on dealing with complaints by means of education and co-operative compliance before issuing tickets or fines," says Genereux.
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Town Council approves rules for future cannabis-related businesses in High River
On Monday, May 28, 2018, Council approved bylaw amendments that will enable future retail sales of recreational cannabis in High River.
Currently, non-medical cannabis sale (and possession) remains illegal. Licenses for retail operations will not be issued until cannabis is legalized by the federal government, which is tentatively set for summer 2018.
The Town has started accepting applications and issuing development permits for cannabis-related businesses.
"Like it or not, cannabis will be legalized in Canada this year, and our responsibility as a local government has been clearly laid out by the Province," says Craig Snodgrass, Mayor of High River.
"We've taken the opportunity to research, develop and propose ways we can responsibly align ourselves with the federal and provincial governments, while also providing opportunities for businesses to thrive and succeed in our community."
Council approved new definitions for cannabis in the Land Use Bylaw, including defining the terms 'cannabis,' 'cannabis store,' 'cannabis counselling clinic,' and 'cannabis facility.'
Council also approved specific districts in the town where cannabis-related businesses and uses may occur, including the required separation distances between each cannabis-related business and sensitive land uses, like schools, early childhood programs, public parks, the hospital, and residential areas.
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High River Spray Park now open for the season
The High River Spray Park opened for the season on Friday, June 1.
The park will be open on weekends only until July (weather permitting):
o Friday 3 -7 p.m.
o Saturday, Sunday and stat holidays 10 a.m. - 7 p.m.
The Town is pleased to offer free admission for the 2018 season, there will also be a snack stand available for users to purchase freezies, chips, drinks, etc.
Starting in July, the park will be open seven days per week until Labour Day.
Please note that, for safety reasons, the park will be closed during thunderstorms.
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Downtown finishing work continues on Macleod Tr., 3 and 4 Ave. S.W.
Pro-Con Road Works Ltd. began performing finishing work in the downtown area on May 28, including Macleod Trail, 3 Avenue and 4 Avenue S.W.
The work will include the repairing concrete curb, gutter and sidewalk. There will be minor road or intersection closures required and pedestrian access will be interrupted at repair locations with localized restrictions.
A temporary road closure will be required on 4 Avenue between Macleod Trail and 1 Street S.W. on Thursday June 7 until Monday, June 11. Temporary assess to 4 Avenue will be through the alley between 3 and 4 Avenues.
The main vehicle/parking access into the MD of Foothills #31 and Town of High River joint municipal building on Macleod Trail S.W. will also be closed from Thursday, June 7 to Tuesday, June 12. Visitors can still access parking and a walking path to the building via the secondary lots located just north of the municipal building, behind Snodgrass Funeral Homes
(see map).
Crews will continue to work on Macleod and 4 Avenue and move to 3 Avenue during the week of June 11-15.
Please obey all construction signage and barricades as they are in place for public safety.
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2018 Property Tax Rates Bylaw passed by High River Council
At the May 28 regular meeting of High River Council, Bylaw 4534/2018 was approved in order to set the 2018 property tax rates for the town.
In accordance with Section 353 and 354 of the
Municipal Government Act of Alberta (MGA), Council is required to pass a Property Tax Bylaw annually and show all tax rates to be imposed on property owners to generate funds for the purpose of executing the approved operating and capital budgets.
Property tax notices were mailed out at the end of May and are due by July 3, 2018 unless property owners are on the Tax Installment Payment Plan (TIPP).
Enrolling in TIPPs allows property owners to pay property taxes in equal monthly installments throughout the year instead of a single annual lump sum payment. For more information or to sign up visit
www.highriver.ca/tax-installment-payment-plan-tipps , or call 403-652-2110.
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Lineham Canal Bridge to open in July
The Lineham Canal Bridge project has resumed and crews from Volker Stevin have opened a temporary diversion of a section of Centre Street south of the new bridge.
The diversion will be in effect until the new road and bridge are fully paved and open to traffic in July.
This project began in August 2017 as the bridge had reached the end of its useful lifecycle. The full scope of the project includes replacement of Lineham Canal Bridge, upgrades to sections of Centre Street and improvement of the road alignment.
Due to the volume of construction activity happening in this area, Centre Street will be reduced to 30 km per hour from the Centre Street Bridge to High Country Drive N.W. in both directions. There will also be minor disruptions to traffic throughout construction and flaggers will be used as required.
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Get ready for the Jumpstart Day Barbeque - Sat., June 9
Thank you for participating in the Jumpstart Charity Checkstop on May 26!
Thank you to Foothills EMS, High River RCMP and the High River Fire Department for volunteering their time to assist and participate in the Jumpstart Charity Check Stop. Another huge thank you to everyone who donated to this fundraiser - together, we raised a total of $1976.35 for Jumpstart.
This event supports local children and provides opportunities for them to participate in sports activities that they would otherwise be unable to join.
The Town's Community Programming Division will be partnering with High River Canadian Tire to celebrate Jumpstart Day on June 9 in the High River Canadian Tire parking lot. There will be lots of activities for kids, free hot dogs and popcorn, with all donations going to Jumpstart - all funds raised will benefit local children.
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Town prepares for Canada Day celebrations
The Town's annual free and family-friendly Canada Day celebrations will take place in High River's George Lane Park from 12 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, July 1.
"We are really excited to celebrate this year, the event will include several bands, live entertainment, dance demonstrations, a classic car display, as well as large inflatables, games and more fun for the kids," says Iva Woodward, community programmer with the Town.
The Annual Servus Credit Union Canada Day Run and Half Marathon also starts and ends in the park beginning 7 a.m. There is a 5 km walk/run, 10 km run, and 21.1 km half marathon. Complete details are available at
www.highriverhalf.com This event is an annual fundraiser for Foothills Advocacy In Motion Society that supports adults with developmental disabilities in High River, Okotoks and Strathmore.
Participants in the race are welcome to stay for the remainder of the festivities and are asked not to park their vehicles inside George Lane Park in order to provide spaces for other attendees.
"Don't forget to head over to Emerson Lake in the late evening as fireworks will begin around 11 p.m.," adds Woodward.
Emerson Lake is located next to École Joe Clark School (1208 9 Avenue S.E.). Fireworks will begin if the weather is optimal. Attendees are reminded that the northern section of the Emerson Lake pathway will be closed in the afternoon to secure a safe staging area for the fireworks displays. This project is funded in part by the Government of Canada.
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High River Town Crier | 403.652.2110 |
communications@highriver.ca |
www.highriver.ca
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