Street sweeping is scheduled to begin June 5, 2012. It should take 2-3 days. This is weather permitting.
Pleases move vehicles off of the street during sweeping.
Thanks to all residents for your cooperation!
Kevin Lewis
Director of Operations
Public Notices
STREET SWEEPING
2011 Auditors Report
Click on link to view the 2011 Auditors Report audit 2011
Click on link to view the 2011 Auditors Report audit 2011
2012 Municipal Census
MUNICIPAL CENSUS
Census Day – May 22, 2012
Once again, the Town ofCoalhurstwill be conducting a Municipal Census. Due to the rapid growth of the Town, it is necessary to keep up with the fast number change in population for the continued viability of the Town.
Commencing May 22, 2012 Census Workers, hired by the Town of Coalhurst, will be knocking on all the doors in Town asking for information related to the number of people residing in each residence. Prior to starting their work, the Census Workers will take an Oath of Confidentiality and all information collected will be kept confidential and used only for the production of aggregated statistics. All responses will remain anonymous – names will not be associated with the questionnaire responses. Protection of privacy is guaranteed under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All Census Workers will be wearing official identification.
The job of the Census Worker is very important. Your full cooperation and courtesy would be most appreciated. The information requested is essential for completing a successful census.
No personal information will be collected as this is a numbers count only. You will only be asked one question - “What is the number of usual residents contained in this dwelling on May 22, 2012?
“The population counts for a community include all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, and non-permanent residents whose usual place of residence is in that community, regardless of where they happen to be on Census Day. The counts also include all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants and non-permanent residents who are staying in the community (at the time of the census) and have no usual place of residence elsewhere in Canada.”
Usual Residents:
• all persons who usually live in the dwelling, even if they are temporarily away (such as on a business trip or at school), such as college/university students who have not established a permanent residence;
• any persons staying or visiting the dwelling who have no other usual home;
• unmarried persons who have a home elsewhere but stay in this dwelling most of the week while working;
• hotel residents and employees who have no permanent home elsewhere;
• any persons who usually live in the dwelling but are now in an institution (such as a hospital or correctional institution), if they have been there for less than six months (when enumerating an institution the reverse applies – these persons are not included);
• persons in the Armed Forces even if away on tour/rotation;
• infants born before or on the census date;
• deceased persons who were alive on the census date; and
• Students are included as usual residents at their permanent home (i.e. parents’ home) if they have not established a permanent home elsewhere.
The information collected in a census allows the Town to increase the amount of grant funds available from the province and helps the Town, and related agencies and organizations, plan for the future. The census is being conducted under the authority of the Municipal Government Act.
The Municipal Census taken by the Town in 2010 concluded with a population of 1953. The Census for this year is expected to be completed by June 30, 2012.
For more information please contact the Town of Coalhurst Office at 381-3033.
MUNICIPAL CENSUS
Census Day – May 22, 2012
Once again, the Town ofCoalhurstwill be conducting a Municipal Census. Due to the rapid growth of the Town, it is necessary to keep up with the fast number change in population for the continued viability of the Town.
Commencing May 22, 2012 Census Workers, hired by the Town of Coalhurst, will be knocking on all the doors in Town asking for information related to the number of people residing in each residence. Prior to starting their work, the Census Workers will take an Oath of Confidentiality and all information collected will be kept confidential and used only for the production of aggregated statistics. All responses will remain anonymous – names will not be associated with the questionnaire responses. Protection of privacy is guaranteed under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. All Census Workers will be wearing official identification.
The job of the Census Worker is very important. Your full cooperation and courtesy would be most appreciated. The information requested is essential for completing a successful census.
No personal information will be collected as this is a numbers count only. You will only be asked one question - “What is the number of usual residents contained in this dwelling on May 22, 2012?
“The population counts for a community include all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants, and non-permanent residents whose usual place of residence is in that community, regardless of where they happen to be on Census Day. The counts also include all Canadian citizens, landed immigrants and non-permanent residents who are staying in the community (at the time of the census) and have no usual place of residence elsewhere in Canada.”
Usual Residents:
• all persons who usually live in the dwelling, even if they are temporarily away (such as on a business trip or at school), such as college/university students who have not established a permanent residence;
• any persons staying or visiting the dwelling who have no other usual home;
• unmarried persons who have a home elsewhere but stay in this dwelling most of the week while working;
• hotel residents and employees who have no permanent home elsewhere;
• any persons who usually live in the dwelling but are now in an institution (such as a hospital or correctional institution), if they have been there for less than six months (when enumerating an institution the reverse applies – these persons are not included);
• persons in the Armed Forces even if away on tour/rotation;
• infants born before or on the census date;
• deceased persons who were alive on the census date; and
• Students are included as usual residents at their permanent home (i.e. parents’ home) if they have not established a permanent home elsewhere.
The information collected in a census allows the Town to increase the amount of grant funds available from the province and helps the Town, and related agencies and organizations, plan for the future. The census is being conducted under the authority of the Municipal Government Act.
The Municipal Census taken by the Town in 2010 concluded with a population of 1953. The Census for this year is expected to be completed by June 30, 2012.
For more information please contact the Town of Coalhurst Office at 381-3033.
2012 May Spring Clean Up
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Click on link for information on 2012 Spring Clean Up SPRING CLEAN UP
Attention: Dog Owners – 2012 Dog Licence Renewals
Please note that dog licence renewals for 2012 are now past due. If you have a dog within Town limits and have not renewed your licence, or have not registered and licenced a new dog with the Town, you may be subject to a $75.00 fine, issued in accordance with the Town of Coalhurst Dog Bylaw No. 302-04.
Come into the Town Office to licence your dog as soon as possible. By licencing your dog you will ensure if it is lost I can find the proper owner(s) right away and it will not have to spend the night in our kennels.
If any dog is not licenced by March 19, 2012 I will be contacting owners and issuing tickets. If you no longer have your dog please call the Town Office at 403-381-3033 so that we can update our records.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me at the Town Office. You can also look at the Town of Coalhurst “Dog Bylaw” on this website under Government.
With Appreciation,
Alex McLeod
Bylaw Enforcement Officer
Please note that dog licence renewals for 2012 are now past due. If you have a dog within Town limits and have not renewed your licence, or have not registered and licenced a new dog with the Town, you may be subject to a $75.00 fine, issued in accordance with the Town of Coalhurst Dog Bylaw No. 302-04.
Come into the Town Office to licence your dog as soon as possible. By licencing your dog you will ensure if it is lost I can find the proper owner(s) right away and it will not have to spend the night in our kennels.
If any dog is not licenced by March 19, 2012 I will be contacting owners and issuing tickets. If you no longer have your dog please call the Town Office at 403-381-3033 so that we can update our records.
If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me at the Town Office. You can also look at the Town of Coalhurst “Dog Bylaw” on this website under Government.
With Appreciation,
Alex McLeod
Bylaw Enforcement Officer
2012 Business Licence Renewals
Payment for your 2012 business licence is now past due. Businesses that do not renew their licence by March 16, 2012 will be considered non-existent and removed from our files. You will be required to reapply for your licence, and pay the $30.00 application fee, if not renewed by the above date.
Any business operating without a 2012 licence may be subject to a $250.00 fine, issued in accordance with the Town of Coalhurst Business Licence Bylaw No. 317-06. (“Business Licence Bylaw” can be viewed on this website under Government).
If you have not received your 2012 renewal notice, or no longer require your licence, please call the Town Office (403-381-3033) so we can update our records.
With Appreciation,
Alex McLeod
Bylaw Enforcement Officer
Payment for your 2012 business licence is now past due. Businesses that do not renew their licence by March 16, 2012 will be considered non-existent and removed from our files. You will be required to reapply for your licence, and pay the $30.00 application fee, if not renewed by the above date.
Any business operating without a 2012 licence may be subject to a $250.00 fine, issued in accordance with the Town of Coalhurst Business Licence Bylaw No. 317-06. (“Business Licence Bylaw” can be viewed on this website under Government).
If you have not received your 2012 renewal notice, or no longer require your licence, please call the Town Office (403-381-3033) so we can update our records.
With Appreciation,
Alex McLeod
Bylaw Enforcement Officer
Coalhurst Elementary School – Preschool Registration
Kindergarten(ECS) registration is being taken at Coalhurst Elementary School during school hours for the 2012/2013 school year. If you have children who are 5 years of age or who will be 5 years of age before December 31, 2012, they are eligible for ECS. If you know of other families in the community who may have ECS aged children, but who may not receive this newsletter, please pass this information onto them. Please remember to bring along your child’s birth certificate when you register. We also have registration for PRESCHOOL STUDENTS available in the school office. To be eligible for preschool, children must be 3 years, 9 months of age as of September 1, 2012.
Kindergarten(ECS) registration is being taken at Coalhurst Elementary School during school hours for the 2012/2013 school year. If you have children who are 5 years of age or who will be 5 years of age before December 31, 2012, they are eligible for ECS. If you know of other families in the community who may have ECS aged children, but who may not receive this newsletter, please pass this information onto them. Please remember to bring along your child’s birth certificate when you register. We also have registration for PRESCHOOL STUDENTS available in the school office. To be eligible for preschool, children must be 3 years, 9 months of age as of September 1, 2012.
Alberta Emergency Alert
To get this site on the Town of Coalhurst web site go to – Services – then pick Emergency Services
To get this site on the Town of Coalhurst web site go to – Services – then pick Emergency Services
2012 LICENSE RENEWALS
The Town of Coalhurst Business License and Dog License invoice/renewal notices have been mailed out. Please bring in your invoice/renewal notice and pay upon receipt. If you have not received a renewal notice for your business license or dog license please call the Town Office 403-381-3033.
Business Licenses must be renewed upon receipt of the invoice. In order to take advantage of having your business advertised in the Town of Coalhurst Business Directory, fill out the information sheet enclosed with your invoice and return it to the office with your payment. If your license is not renewed in a timely manner you will miss out on the FREE advertising opportunity. If not paid promptly your business may also be considered non existent and a $30.00 application fee will have to be paid in order to reapply for a new Business License. If you no longer have your business, please contact the Town Office at 381-3033 so the files can be updated accordingly.
Dog licenses must also be renewed upon receipt of the invoice in order to avoid a fine. If you no longer have your pet, please contact the Town Office at 381-3033 so the office files can be updated. Remember, Seniors (65 and over) get 1 free dog license per year. However it is up to the resident to inform the office if you qualify. Any senior already licensing a dog, please call the Town Office to verify the information on your invoice is correct and that you still have your pet.
The Town of Coalhurst Business License and Dog License invoice/renewal notices have been mailed out. Please bring in your invoice/renewal notice and pay upon receipt. If you have not received a renewal notice for your business license or dog license please call the Town Office 403-381-3033.
Business Licenses must be renewed upon receipt of the invoice. In order to take advantage of having your business advertised in the Town of Coalhurst Business Directory, fill out the information sheet enclosed with your invoice and return it to the office with your payment. If your license is not renewed in a timely manner you will miss out on the FREE advertising opportunity. If not paid promptly your business may also be considered non existent and a $30.00 application fee will have to be paid in order to reapply for a new Business License. If you no longer have your business, please contact the Town Office at 381-3033 so the files can be updated accordingly.
Dog licenses must also be renewed upon receipt of the invoice in order to avoid a fine. If you no longer have your pet, please contact the Town Office at 381-3033 so the office files can be updated. Remember, Seniors (65 and over) get 1 free dog license per year. However it is up to the resident to inform the office if you qualify. Any senior already licensing a dog, please call the Town Office to verify the information on your invoice is correct and that you still have your pet.
2012 Water/Sewer/Waste Management/Storm Sewer Rates
The Council of the Town of Coalhurst review the water, sewer and waste management rates annually and set them accordingly to reflect the cost of providing these services.
For 2012, the water rates will increase by 2%, or $0.73 per month on the base residential rate. Also, the base charge will be lowered to the first 25.0 cubic meters supplied, down from 28.0. In accordance with the Town’s agreement with the City of Lethbridge, Coalhurst residents must pay a rate which is at least equal to the City rates. The City rates for 2012 have changed such that the fixed charge is reduced and consumption increased, resulting in the adjustments to the Town’s rates.
Sewer rates will increase by 3%, or $0.63 per month for residential, church and commercial. Major upgrades, including a sewage pipeline to the City, will occur in 2012.
The waste management rates will see a 3.5% increase, or $0.62 per month for regular residential/$0.31 per month for senior citizens. The Town’s landfill agreement with the City of Lethbridge expired in 2011 and the Town’s landfill charges to the City have increased for 2012.
New for 2012 will be the addition of a storm sewer rate of $5.00 per month per user. A major storm sewer upgrade is required over the next few years to address problems in the established parts of the Town and to deal with future growth. Engineer’s estimates for this upgrade are in excess of $6M.
Monthly residential water/sewer/waste management/storm sewer rates for Town of Coalhurst residential customers effective February 1st, 2012 will be:
Basic water rate – $37.44 for the first 25.0 cubic meters (5,500 gallons) – or portion thereof – plus $1.15 for each additional 1.0 cubic meter (220 gallons) used over 25.0 cubic meters
Flat sewer rate – $21.77
Flat garbage rate – $18.22
Senior’s flat garbage rate – $9.12
Storm sewer rate – $5.00
Monthly commercial water/sewer/waste management/storm sewer rates for Town of Coalhurst customers effective February 1st, 2012 will be:
Basic water rate – $47.53 for the first 25.0 cubic meters (5,500 gallons) – or portion thereof – plus $1.15 for each additional 1.0 cubic meter (220 gallons) used over 25.0 cubic meters.
Flat sewer rate – $21.77
Flat garbage rate – $25.53
Storm sewer rate – $5.00
The Council of the Town of Coalhurst review the water, sewer and waste management rates annually and set them accordingly to reflect the cost of providing these services.
For 2012, the water rates will increase by 2%, or $0.73 per month on the base residential rate. Also, the base charge will be lowered to the first 25.0 cubic meters supplied, down from 28.0. In accordance with the Town’s agreement with the City of Lethbridge, Coalhurst residents must pay a rate which is at least equal to the City rates. The City rates for 2012 have changed such that the fixed charge is reduced and consumption increased, resulting in the adjustments to the Town’s rates.
Sewer rates will increase by 3%, or $0.63 per month for residential, church and commercial. Major upgrades, including a sewage pipeline to the City, will occur in 2012.
The waste management rates will see a 3.5% increase, or $0.62 per month for regular residential/$0.31 per month for senior citizens. The Town’s landfill agreement with the City of Lethbridge expired in 2011 and the Town’s landfill charges to the City have increased for 2012.
New for 2012 will be the addition of a storm sewer rate of $5.00 per month per user. A major storm sewer upgrade is required over the next few years to address problems in the established parts of the Town and to deal with future growth. Engineer’s estimates for this upgrade are in excess of $6M.
Monthly residential water/sewer/waste management/storm sewer rates for Town of Coalhurst residential customers effective February 1st, 2012 will be:
Basic water rate – $37.44 for the first 25.0 cubic meters (5,500 gallons) – or portion thereof – plus $1.15 for each additional 1.0 cubic meter (220 gallons) used over 25.0 cubic meters
Flat sewer rate – $21.77
Flat garbage rate – $18.22
Senior’s flat garbage rate – $9.12
Storm sewer rate – $5.00
Monthly commercial water/sewer/waste management/storm sewer rates for Town of Coalhurst customers effective February 1st, 2012 will be:
Basic water rate – $47.53 for the first 25.0 cubic meters (5,500 gallons) – or portion thereof – plus $1.15 for each additional 1.0 cubic meter (220 gallons) used over 25.0 cubic meters.
Flat sewer rate – $21.77
Flat garbage rate – $25.53
Storm sewer rate – $5.00