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JOIN US for the Fall Open House.
It’s happening Tuesday, November 28 from 6 – 8 PM in the Coalhurst Council Chambers (100 – 51 Ave).
This Open House is a great opportunity to talk with Town Council and staff members and provide your input on the following topics:
The railway crossing at the west end of 51st Avenue (entrance and exit to and from Highway 3) will be closed between 9:00 am and 6:00 pm, on Thursday, November 16.
Notice of Increase to the Franchise Fee on Natural Gas Billings
The Town of Coalhurst is proposing to increase the natural gas distribution franchise fee which it charges ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. for the exclusive right to deliver natural gas to the residents of Coalhurst and for use of municipal lands for its natural gas lines, effective January 1st 2024. The franchise fee applies to all customers that receive gas services in Coalhurst and is required to be billed as a separate charge on gas billings.
The current franchise fee is set at 10% of ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. delivery revenues and will increase to 12.45% effective January 1, 2024. For an average residential customer using 115 GJs per year, this will result in an annual increase of approximately $13.36. The franchise fee is anticipated to account for approximately $67.90 of the average annual residential bill in 2024.
For questions or concerns please contact:
Mike Passey
Director of Corporate Services
PO Box 456, Coalhurst AB, T0L 0V0
403-381-3033
[email protected]
For more information, please see the October 3, 2023 Regular Meeting of Council Agenda
DEVELOPMENT PERMITS 2023 Up to DP 49-23
2023 Notices of Decision for all discretionary use applications are mailed out to adjacent landowners and any persons deemed to be affected by the proposed development. The complete file for each permit may be inspected at the Town Office (100 – 51 Avenue, Coalhurst) during regular office hours. The above-mentioned permits are subject to an appeal period. Any person affected by a decision regarding a Development Permit may file an appeal within twenty-one (21) days from the date of the date of decision. Please contact the Development Officer at [email protected] or call 403-381-3033 for more information.
The September 19, 2023 meeting of the Municipal Subdivision and Development Authority (MSDA) has been cancelled and DP 34-23 has been moved to the October 3, 2023, MSDA meeting.
For any questions or concerns, please contact the Town Office at at (403) 381-3033 or [email protected].
For meeting information including scheduled dates, minutes, and agendas, visit: https://coalhurst.ca/government/council-committee-meetings/
A reminder that Miners Memorial Park Campground, Social Area, and RV Sewer Dump will be closed for the season on Friday, September 15, 2023.
For any questions or concerns, contact the Town Office at (403) 381-3033 or [email protected].
The September 6, 2023, Utility Invoice provided by the Town of Coalhurst contained a due date error.
The September utility payments are not due on September 1, 2023; the correct due date is:
September 30, 2023.
Our apologies for any confusion this may have caused. Please contact the Town Office at (403) 381-3033 or [email protected] for any questions or concerns.
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With extended dry, hot weather and several southern Alberta water basins experiencing shortages, the City of Lethbridge is asking everyone to do their part in conserving water. Voluntary action now will help prevent the need for mandatory restrictions in the coming days and weeks.
Residents, businesses and institutions are asked to take whatever actions they can – big or small – to conserve water. Every drop matters and everyone has a role to play in helping conserve water in their community and for their neighbours downstream.
Ways to conserve water can include:
While the water conservation effort is in effect, the City of Lethbridge is rationing water usage in the following ways:
The City of Lethbridge provides water to Coaldale, Coalhurst, Picture Butte, Monarch, Diamond City, Shaughnessy, Iron Springs, Turin and other regional partners. All communities are requested to help conserve water.
The Alberta government continues to monitor the situation watching precipitation levels, reservoirs and lake levels, stream flow rates in rivers and water demand. They continue to work closely with municipal governments to help manage and conserve water where possible. More information is available here: Drought | Alberta.ca
Water conservation efforts are in place until further notice and residents are thanked in advance for their cooperation.
The Town of Coalhurst is hiring for a Director of Community Development!
Visit our Career Opportunities page for more information.
Interested applicants are invited to submit their resume, cover letter and other relevant documents, in confidence, using the subject line ‘Director of Community Development Position’
by mail to: Chief Administrative Officer, Town of Coalhurst, Box 456, Coalhurst, Alberta, T0L 0V0
or by email in PDF format to [email protected]
Posting remains open until 12 noon, September 11, 2023, or until a suitable candidate is found.
Lethbridge County has issued a fire restriction until further notice.
Note: the Town of Coalhurst abides by Lethbridge County’s fire restriction mandates.
PSA – Fire Restriction Issued in Lethbridge County Effective July 21
PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT
July 21, 2023
Fire Restriction in effect for Lethbridge County
LETHBRIDGE COUNTY– Lethbridge County has issued a Fire Restriction effective at 12:00 p.m. Friday, July 21, 2023. Hot, dry conditions are forecasted to continue into next week, elevating the risk of fire spread.
Under the Fire Restriction all active fire and fireworks permits are cancelled and no new ones will be issued until further notice. Fines apply for burning during a Fire Restriction. If conditions do not improve, Lethbridge County may move from a Fire Restriction to a Fire Ban at any time. Always be aware of the current Fire Ban status by visiting https://lethcounty.ca/p/fire-bans.
Recreational campfires (campground and backyard fire pits) and acceptable incinerators that meet the specifications of the County’s Fire Bylaw #22-002 are permitted. Visit https://lethcounty.ca/p/fire-permits or call the County office at 403-328-5525 to determine if yours meets the criteria. Fires contained in cooking or heating appliances fueled by fluids or gasses (gas or propane-fueled fire rings, BBQs, stoves, and heaters) are also allowed.
The Restriction has been issued to prevent wildfires, which can threaten public safety and result in possible evacuation orders, property damage, poor air quality, and road closures.
“With temperatures forecasted to remain high, and no precipitation anticipated in the coming days, we expect the wildfire risk to increase,” says Byron Fraser, Lethbridge County Fire Services Manager. “We are asking the public to be aware of this risk and take actions to prevent them.”
Never throw cigarette butts into ditches or dry grass. When enjoying a recreational fire pit, always make sure the fire is completely out and never leave it unattended. With some producers beginning harvest, the risk of fires in the field has also increased. Always have a water truck available and do not hesitate to call 911 for assistance if a fire ignites. Also thoroughly check all equipment before use. Removing debris from the mechanisms can prevent a spark from turning into a running fire.
Lethbridge County encourages citizens to take action and ensure they are prepared this wildfire season. Have a household emergency kit that includes essential items like food, water, first aid supplies, medications, and important documents. Learn how to build a kit at https://www.alberta.ca/build-an-emergency-kit.aspx. Keeping vehicles fuelled up in case of an evacuation order and downloading the Alberta Emergency Alert app to receive emergency notifications are additional actions to be prepared for unexpected situations.
The Town is requesting proposals for the development of a Recreation Master Plan. For more information, visit:
Click HERE to view the July 2023 Town Newsletter!
Please be advised: in lieu of Canada Day, the Town Office will be CLOSED on Monday, July 3, 2023. Regular business hours will resume on Tuesday, July 4, 2023.
The proposed bylaw amendment can be found in full by clicking here: Bylaw Amendment 433-22 Greenwood Estates ASP April 5 2022
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