Public Notices Archive

Due to additional grip material being added to the splash pad area, the Coalhurst Spray Park will be closed on Thursday, July 29, 2021.

Thanks for your understanding.

This Public Hearing is being held in regards to Proposed Bylaw No. 427-21, Amendment to Municipal Development Plan. It will be held at 7:00 p.m., September 7, 2021 at the Town of Coalhurst Office in the Council Chambers.  Check links for further details:

Coalhurst MDP Amendment 2021 Public Notice
MDP Amendment Bylaw No. 427-21

The spray park located in Imperial Meadows Park will be open as of Wednesday, July 28^th. The new spray park features:

–         A variety of sprayers and water play areas for children 12 and under

–        Accessible washrooms and change rooms that are available from 10 AM – 7 PM daily

–        Outdoor showers

–        Picnic tables and benches

–        Video security system

The spray park project was brought to life through a partnership between the Town of Coalhurst and the Coalhurst Parks and Recreation Society.

For general information on the spray park and other Town facilities: https://coalhurst.ca/services/facilities-parks/ 

Town of Coalhurst – Fire Restriction is in effect as of July 1, 2021.  Fire Restriction July 01 2021

The Town of Coalhurst Miners Memorial Park Campground will reopen June 4, 2021, with restrictions. Check Campground reopening June 2, 2021

 

The 2021 Assessment/Property Tax notices were mailed out during the first week of June 2021.
***PLEASE NOTE THERE WAS AN ERROR ON THE PENALTY DATE. IT SHOULD BE OCT 1, 2021 (NOT 2020)***

See attachment below for more information.

Mailing of 2021 Assessment Property Tax Notices

 

The Town of Coalhurst is currently reviewing the Municipal Development Plan in regards to the future land use concepts for the planned growth of our community. A video has been prepared which outlines the concepts being considered and a short survey is available for public input. Please watch the video and complete the survey by MAY 28, 2021 to assist Council in finalizing the changes to the Municipal Development Plan. (**SURVEY NOW CLOSED**)

Thank you.

 

Street Sweeping is scheduled for May 10-12, 2021, weather permitting. Please remove vehicles from the streets between the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

COVID-19 vaccines are available at the Coalhurst IDA Pharmacy.

TOWN OF COALHURST
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE POSITION

The Council of the Town of Coalhurst invites applications from residents interested in sitting on the following newly formed Committee:

1)         Recreation/Cultural Services Committee – 3 to 5 members-at-large

Please submit your application, in writing, to Town of Coalhurst, as soon as possible, via one of the below listed methods:

Mail to:  Box 456
Coalhurst, Alberta   T0L  0V0

Fax:  403-381-2924

e-mail:  [email protected]

or, drop it off at the Town Office: 100 – 51 Avenue

Effective March 15, 2021, Lethbridge County, in conjunction with the Town of Coalhurst, will implement a Road Ban on the following roads:

–  Township Road 9-2 from Highway 25 to Range Road 22-3                                                          75%

–  Range Road 22-3 from Township Road 9-2 to 45 Avenue in Town of Coalhurst                 75%

–  45 Avenue from 6 Street to Range Road 22-3                                                                                   75%

Both the province and surrounding municipalities implement road bans when the roads are most vulnerable in an attempt to maintain an acceptable and safe level of service for these types of roads and reduce the amount of damage caused by loading during periods when the road is susceptible.

PUBLIC NOTICE ROAD BAN 2021

The Coalhurst outdoor rink has been flooded and is ready for use.  Please adhere to the posted signs and follow all COVID-19 restrictions. Thank you to the Coalhurst Fire Department for all their hard work in helping to get the rink ready for the community to use, especially in this cold weather.  Outdoor rink use

On Thursday, February 25, 2021 Lethbridge County and the Town of Coalhurst will hold a joint virtual public hearing regarding Lethbridge County Bylaw 20-023 and the Town of Coalhurst Bylaw 421-20: amendments to the Lethbridge County and Town of Coalhurst Intermunicipal Development Plan. Notice of Joint Virtual Public Hearing Bylaw 20-023

June 4, 2021 – The following link will help provide you with answers you may have if you are interested in running for Municipal office.  Such things as:  What is it like; What is the process; Women in Municipal Governance and much more. Check it out to help you make the decision of to run or not.
https://www.auma.ca/advocacy-services/programs-initiatives/running-municipal-office-0 

February 22, 2021 – So You Want to Run For Office – 2 Online Zoom Sessions
–  Women in Local Government (February 23, 2021)
–  Experience in Local Government (March 9, 2021)
Check link to register:  So You Want to Run for Office – March

2021 GENERAL ELECTION – Nomination Package

The next municipal election will be October 18, 2021. In accordance with new legislation, Nomination Papers can be submitted to the Town Office during regular office hours anytime from January 1, 2021 to September 20, 2021. Nomination papers will not be accepted after 12:00 p.m. on September 20.

A candidate may withdraw his or her nomination at any time during the nomination period and up to 24 hours after the close of nominations (until 12:00 p.m. September 21, 2021).

If you are interested in running for office but would like more information please view the Nomination Package:  nomination package 2021 election

Hard copies of the nomination package are also available for pick up at the Town Office during office hours.

Nomination papers can be found on the Government of Alberta website.

You can also:

• Read the Alberta Municipal Affairs  document on Running for Municipal Office in Alberta.
  • Consult Municipal elections | Alberta.ca

Effective February 1, 2021 the following utility rates will apply:
2021 Utility Rates

The Town of Coalhurst Business License and Dog License renewal invoices are being mailed out the beginning of January 2021.  2021 licenses are due and payable upon receipt.  If you do not receive your 2021 invoice/renewal by the middle of January, please contact the Town Office at 403-381-3033.  Fines may be handed out for noncompliance.

If you no longer require your license, please make sure to notify the Town Office so our files can be updated accordingly.

Thank you for your attention and cooperation.

If you have a Christmas tree you would like taken away, call the Town Office at 403-381-3033 and make arrangements to have Public Works come and pick it up.

Kevin Lewis
Director of Operations

The Town Office will be closed from December 24 at 12:00 NOON and reopen
January 4 at 9:00 a.m.

Have a safe and happy Holiday!!

The Fire Restriction in the Town of Coalhurst has been lifted. Fire Restriction – Lifted

Effective October 2, 2020, the pedestrian lights at 51 Avenue and 5 Street, and, 6 Street and Spruce Drive are now operational and available for use by pedestrians using these crosswalks.

Please be aware and proceed with caution.