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Urban Hen Bylaw

The Council of the Town of Coalhurst passed Bylaw No. 416-20, a Bylaw to Regulate the Keeping of Chickens in Urban Areas on a Temporary Basis (Urban Hen Bylaw),  at their 13th Regular meeting held on June 2, 2020.

See link for Bylaw, which includes an application form: Urban Hen Bylaw 416-20

The following link is for the Chicken 101 online course, which is needed as part of the application process and will be recognized by the Town of Coalhurst:

Date and Time
Sun, July 12, 2020
1:30 PM – 4:00 PM MDT

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/chickens-101-online-tickets-108993358068 

Urban Hen Bylaw

The Town of Coalhurst is considering an Urban Hen Bylaw. Check link for the Bylaw and supplemental information. urban hen bylaw

NOTICE OF PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
TOWN OF COALHURST
IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA

PROPOSED BYLAW NO. 416-20
Urban Hen Bylaw

To be held at 7:00 p.m., June 2, 2020
Through Electronic Means

PURSUANT to Section 606 of the Municipal Government Act, Statutes of Alberta, Chapter M-26, 2000, as amended, the Council of the Town of Coalhurst in the Province of Alberta hereby gives notice of its intention to consider Bylaw No. 416-20 Urban Hen Bylaw;

WHEREAS the Council of the Town of Coalhurst is considering a Bylaw to Regulate the Keeping of Chickens on a Temporary Basis;

THEREFORE, TAKE NOTICE THAT public participation on proposed Bylaw No. 416-20 will be held through electronic means at 7:00 p.m. on the 2nd day of June 2020. A copy of the proposed bylaw and supplemental information is available on the Town’s website – www.coalhurst.ca.

AND FURTHER TAKE NOTICE THAT anyone wishing to make a formal presentation regarding the proposed bylaw should contact the Chief Administrative Officer, at (403)381-3033 or [email protected], no later than 4:00 p.m. on the 29th day of May 2020. Written, e-mailed and/or verbal presentations may be given at the Regular meeting on the above stated date.

DATED at the Town of Coalhurst in the Province of Alberta this 21st day of May 2020.

R.K. (Kim) Hauta
Chief Administrative Officer
Town of Coalhurst

**This meeting will be conducted through electronic means, in accordance with Section 199 of the MGA. Public will be able to speak or to hear the meeting as it is occurring by dialing 1-647-490-1504 and entering the meeting ID 478 955 0259, when prompted. When you join, you are asked to mute your phone, until asked to speak, to minimize background noise. This public notice is provided in accordance with Section 606(6)(b) of the MGA.

 

 

Urgent Message!

This is the time of year when the Town is doing a lot of grading, mowing, street sweeping, etc., and using a lot of heavy equipment. Public Works staff have recently had issues with children running around this equipment, while in operation, thinking it’s a game and putting themselves in great danger. It is extremely hard for the operators to see these children playing around this big equipment and is making it difficult to get the work done.

Parents, we ask you please speak to your children and let them know the danger they are putting themselves in, and to stay away from all equipment when it is in use. With street sweeping starting, this is also a big concern for the operator who has also asked that parents speak to their children about the dangers of playing around this equipment while in use, and to keep away.

Thank you for your immediate attention to this serious matter.

Kevin Lewis
Director of Public Works

Seasonal Labourer Required

THE TOWN OF COALHURST REQUIRES A SEASONAL LABOURER – 40 HOURS PER WEEK STARTING JUNE 1, 2020 AND ENDING SEPTEMBER 18, 2020 FOR THE RECREATION/PARKS AND PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENTS. LENGTH OF EMPLOYMENT COULD BE REDUCED TO AUGUST 30, 2020 FOR STUDENTS.

THE SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE THE ABILITY TO WORK EFFECTIVELY UNDER MINIMUM SUPERVISION, KNOWLEDGE OF ROUTINE VEHICLE AND EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE, AND EXPERIENCE IN SPRINKLER AND BUILDING MAINTENANCE WOULD BE AN ASSET. A CURRENT DRIVER’S ABSTRACT WILL BE REQUIRED, IF HIRED.
PLEASE SUBMIT YOUR RESUME BY MAY 22, 2020 TO:

ATTENTION: DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
TOWN OF COALHURST
100 – 51 AVENUE
BOX 456
COALHURST, ALBERTA T0L 0V0
OR FAX TO: 403-381-2924
OR E-MAIL:  [email protected]

ALL APPLICANTS ARE THANKED FOR THEIR RESPONSE, HOWEVER, ONLY THOSE CONSIDERED FOR AN INTERVIEW WILL BE CONTACTED.

Kevin Lewis
Director of Operations
Town of Coalhurst
Ph 403-381-3033
e-mail [email protected] 

Street Sweeping to Begin

Street Sweeping is Scheduled for May 13, 14, 15, weather permitting.

Please remove vehicle from the streets between the hours of 8AM and 5 PM

Thanks,

Kevin Lewis
Director of Operations
Town of Coalhurst
Ph 403-381-3033
e-mail [email protected]

Road Ban

Effective immediately, Lethbridge County, in conjunction with the Town of Coalhurst, implemented 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.

Town of Coalhurst COVID-19 Updates

For all Provincial updates see:  http://www.alberta.ca/COVID19 

April 14, 2020 – Community Update – AHS COVID-19 Update

April 6, 2020 – Information on how to access benefits –  Service Canada is Here to Help
poster Service Canada is Ready to Help

For all Town of Coalhurst updates see below:

July 22, 2020 – Garage Sales July 22, 2020

July 17, 2020 – Town Facilities July 17, 2020

June 18, 2020 – Campground open at full capacity June 18, 2020

June 8, 2020 – Town Office reopening June 8, 2020

June 5, 2020 – Campground reopening June 5, 2020

May 29, 2020 – Playgrounds to reopen – Playground reopening May 29, 2020

May 7, 2020 – Garage sales and cancellations

April 28, 2020 – Suspension of garage sales, campground closure, cancellation of Canada Day

April 23, 2020 – Mayor Message April 23 2020

April 14, 2020 – Spring Clean-Up Postponed – Spring Clean-Up Notice

April 6, 2020 – Mayor Message Covid 19

March 26, 2020 – Coalhurst Utility & Property Tax Deferral Program

March 23, 2020 – Town of Coalhurst Parks Update

March 20, 2020 – https://coalhurst.ca/2020/03/20/public-works-announcement/

March 20, 2020 – https://coalhurst.ca/2020/03/20/coalhurst-covid-19-pandemic-community-helping-hands-response/

March 19, 2020 – https://coalhurst.ca/2020/03/19/town-of-coalhurst-facilities-closed-to-the-public/

March 17, 2020 – https://coalhurst.ca/2020/03/17/message-from-the-mayor-2/

March 16, 2020 – https://coalhurst.ca/2020/03/16/changes-to-town-services-programming/

Public Works Announcement

In the event of the Covid-19 pandemic, more and more people are flushing items other than toilet paper. Even though some items say that they are biodegradable and able to be flushed, they are not. These items do not fully break down and can cause major problems in the sewer system. Please dispose of these items in your regular garbage.

Items include, but are not limited to:
– wipes (disinfectant, baby and any other type of wipes)
– paper towel
– rags

Communities, including Coalhurst, have experienced sewer infrastructure problems including blocked sewer mains and sewer lift station pumps being plugged. This is very problematic and can lead to sewer back-ups to residences.

Please do not flush anything down toilets except for toilet paper.

Kevin Lewis
Director of Operations
Town of Coalhurst
Ph 403-381-3033
e-mail: [email protected] 

Message from the Mayor

Good Afternoon Residents of Coalhurst:

RE: TOWN OF COALHURST COVID-19 RESPONSE

The COVID-19 pandemic has created concerns for the world, including our community. The Town of Coalhurst will abide by directives provided by Alberta Health, the Provincial and Federal Governments. As well, we will be working in consort with neighbouring communities to ensure consistency in our approach. Mayor, Council and Town Administration, including public works and emergency services, are committed to maintaining the health and well-being of our residents. Although this is unlike anything we have ever experienced, working together as a community will allow us to overcome this difficult time. I further believe that we need to support one another, helping neighbours in need and to seek support for ourselves when necessary. The Town is looking at creating a registry of residents in need of assistance, whether that be seniors, disabled, health conditions, or otherwise, in addition to volunteers available to assist in this regard. Please watch for more information on this initiative. The Mayor and Council will continue to meet on a regular basis to ensure the safe operation of the Town.

As of recent, the Town of Coalhurst’s Emergency Advisory Committee met (March 16, 2020) as well as Town Council to discuss our response to COVID-19. The following short-term measures are in effect as of March 17, 2020:

• All Town facilities and events will be closed and cancelled until further notice.
• The Town Office will remain open, however, we are encouraging residents to avoid in-person visits and use telephone, email, website, and the Town app to conduct business. The office drop box can also be used for payments.
• Council will continue to meet via electronic means to monitor and provide regular updates.
• The Emergency Management Committee, Public Works, CAO, and the Mayor will be meeting on a regular basis and working closely to ensure timely responses are in place.
• We will continually update Coalhurst residents on changes via social media and website.
• Staffing and service levels will be adjusted keeping core services operating such as fire, water, sewer, garbage, etc.

As you have all heard in the news reports, these are measures individuals and families should be taking:

• Please be considerate and understanding of others, especially those who are high risk.
• Discourage hoarding supplies and making unnecessary visits to others or businesses.
• Please stay informed via www.alberta.ca/covid19. This gives up-to-date and correct prevention tips, and other helpful information.
• If you are ill (even if these are not symptoms of COVID-19) please stay home.
• Practice social distancing. Avoid touching face. Use sneeze and cough etiquette.
• If you think you have symptoms, please use Alberta Health Self-Assessment at https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Journey/COVID-19/Pages/Assessment.aspx 
• Call Health Link at 811 to discuss your symptoms and to receive directions on next steps.

I thank all the residents for their understanding as we make these temporary adjustments. Hoping everyone stays safe and healthy.

Sincerely,

Mayor Dennis Cassie

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