Voluntary outdoor water restrictions in effect
As part of The City’s drought preparations, Stage 1 Voluntary Outdoor Water Restrictions are now in effect.
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As part of The City’s drought preparations, Stage 1 Voluntary Outdoor Water Restrictions are now in effect.
Despite the recent snow, another busy year of construction is underway in Red Deer and a number of projects are scheduled over the coming months to ensure our roadways are safe, accessible, and well-maintained.
Building permit values increased in April, with 103 approved permits valued at $35 million, compared with 77 permits issued in April 2023 worth $5.2 million.
Motorists are advised that the intersection of 53 Street and 47 Avenue will be closed from May 6 to May 21 as water main replacements are installed.
Despite the recent snow, the annual street sweeping program is moving full-steam ahead.
Red Deer residents who purchase and install a rain barrel, drought-tolerant plants, permeable mulch or a low-flow toilet may qualify for a rebate on their City utility bill.
Motorists are advised that 56 Avenue from 57 Street to 60 Street will be closed beginning May 2 to accommodate underground utility work. The road closure is expected to be in place until July 7.
Motorists are advised of a partial road closure in Timberlands North beginning May 1.
In an effort to deter migratory birds from nesting in storage ponds at the Wastewater Treatment Plant, operators are using approved bird deterrent methods in Red Deer.
In response to community feedback and a commitment to revitalizing downtown Red Deer, the former Buffalo and Club Café site is undergoing an exciting transformation into a temporary event space.
At today’s regular City Council meeting, the following decisions were made...
Red Deerians can prepare to sign up for Summer Day Camps, summer swim lessons and more next week.
The ramp connecting southbound 67 Street and Riverside Drive will close from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 for construction work.
Results of the 2024 Municipal By-Election have been declared official by Returning Officer Jessica Robinson.
The Monday, April 29, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting will start with a one and a half hour closed meeting at 10:30 a.m. The open portion of the Council meeting will begin at approximately noon.
Motorists are advised that 22 Street between Austin Drive and the East Hill Shopping Centre entrance will be reduced to one lane in both the east and westbound lanes as crews repair curb and gutter infrastructure.
The City of Red Deer’s Emergency Services has reached an agreement with Alberta Health Services (AHS) to continue delivering emergency medical services in Red Deer.
Red Deer Emergency Services is asking residents to exercise extra caution due to the dry conditions across the region.
With 100% voting stations reporting, Red Deerians have elected a new City Councillor during The City’s first ever by-election.
A free decibel-reading event will be held on April 27, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to help motorists identify if their vehicle exceeds the decibel level limits set in the Community Standards Bylaw.
The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County have been awarded $100,000 in grant funding from the Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) Program, for joint regional growth and economic development.
Starting at 10 a.m. eligible Red Deer residents can cast their ballot in the city’s first by-election to fill a vacant Councillor seat.
The following decisions were made at today’s Council meeting:
Red Deer City Council approved the Business Improvement Area (BIA) tax rate bylaw, which funds the Downtown Business Association (DBA), at their regular meeting today.
Red Deer City Council approved the annual property tax rate bylaw at their regular meeting today.
City Council approved proposed amendments to Red Deer’s Chicken Bylaw at today’s regular meeting.
Today City Council received an update on the current state of drought in Alberta, how The City is preparing and the Government of Alberta water sharing agreements.
Council approved three Alberta Municipalities policy resolutions that will now be submitted for consideration by the Alberta Municipalities membership.
A portion of 55 Street between 47A Ave and 46 Ave will be reduced to one lane in both the east and westbound lanes as City crews work on underground infrastructure.
As underground utility work continues in Riverside Meadows, a portion of 56 Avenue from 57 Street to 58a Street will be closed to vehicle traffic.
City Council gave first reading to proposed changes to the vehicle for hire bylaw at their regular meeting today.
As part of a commitment to listening and working collaboratively with our community, The City of Red Deer is embarking on a public participation initiative related to downtown parking.
Motorists are advised of an upcoming lane closure on Taylor Drive at the 43 Street intersection.
A portion of southbound Gaetz Avenue from 34 Street to 51 Avenue will be reduced to two lanes from April 15 to April 19, 2024.
John Galbraith, Tamara Greba and Leigh-Ann Martin are The City’s 2024 recipients of the Bob Stollings Memorial Award.
The Monday, April 15, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting will start with a three hour Closed Meeting at 9:30 a.m. The open portion of the Council meeting will begin at approximately 1 p.m.
A portion of 49 Street between 48 Avenue and 49 Avenue will be closed to eastbound traffic as construction crews replace underground infrastructure.
Nominations for young athletes are being sought by The City of Red Deer for the Rising Sport Stars awards program.
From April 11 to June 7, 58a Avenue from 55 Street to 57 Street, including the 57 Street intersection will be closed as construction crews replace underground infrastructure.
In just two weeks, Red Deer voters will make history by selecting the candidate that will replace a vacant Councillor seat.
A portion of Ross Street from 42 Avenue to 43 Avenue will be reduced to two lanes as westbound traffic is re-routed on the eastbound lanes to allow construction crews to access underground infrastructure.
A portion of 47 Avenue between 53 Street and 55 Street will be closed to northbound traffic as construction crews replace underground infrastructure.
Mayor Ken Johnston of The City of Red Deer and Mayor Jim Wood of Red Deer County are gearing up for an impactful journey next week as they head to Chicago, Illinois.
Building permit values increased in March, with 86 approved permits valued at $4 million, compared with 61 permits issued in March 2023 worth $3 million.
Drivers are advised of an emergency road closure on 20 Avenue between 39 Street and 55 Street due to roadway flooding.