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Below is a list of recent City of Red Deer news releases. For media inquiries, contact Community & Public Relations during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via our Media Inquiry Form.
October 4, 2024 10:35 AM
There are just a few more days to get your application in for the newly created Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee that will focus on a new model for economic development in Red Deer.
October 4, 2024 10:31 AM
Residents are invited to give their input on the 2025 Operating Budget. Facing a projected $17 to $19 million shortfall, The City has tough choices ahead and we want to hear from the community.
October 3, 2024 12:05 PM
Building permit values increased in September, with 115 issued permits valued at $7.7 million, compared with 92 issued permits in September 2023 worth $5.5 million.
October 2, 2024 3:37 PM
Red Deerians are invited to learn about home fire safety as the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)’s annual Fire Prevention Week gets underway.
October 2, 2024 3:36 PM
As the leaves change colour and we settle into fall, City staff are preparing to shut down some summer amenities for the upcoming winter season.
October 2, 2024 3:35 PM
Three Mile Bend will be closed to the public on October 7 and 8, 2024 as crews complete maintenance on the park.
October 1, 2024 6:19 PM
The following decisions were made by City Council during October 1, 2024, meeting:
October 1, 2024 5:54 PM
Today, The City of Red Deer and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 417 successfully ratified a new collective agreement.
October 1, 2024 8:47 AM
In partnership with the Seniors Service Providers Interagency, the City of Red Deer is once again hosting the Seniors Information Fair on October 1 at the Collicutt Centre. The annual event welcomes seniors...
September 27, 2024 9:40 AM
Applications are now being accepted for groups wanting to book Red Deer’s recreation, pools and community spaces for the upcoming spring, summer & fall 2025 season.
September 26, 2024 4:30 PM
The City of Red Deer received strong support from other municipalities for three resolutions including Federal Funding for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) and Clean Diesel Busses, a Provincial Emergency Shelter Strategy, and Permanent Supportive Housing...
September 26, 2024 2:21 PM
On Tuesday, Council will learn more about The City’s financial state as they receive an updated financial profile and debate the 2025 Utilities Budget.
September 26, 2024 2:18 PM
The Tuesday, October 1 Regular City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m. with a 1.5 hour Closed Meeting at 10:30 a.m.
September 25, 2024 2:22 PM
The City of Red Deer is seeking volunteers to sit on the newly created Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee that will focus on a new model for economic development in Red Deer.
September 25, 2024 2:19 PM
In partnership with the Seniors Service Providers Interagency, the City of Red Deer is once again hosting the Seniors Information Fair on October 1 at the Collicutt Centre.
September 20, 2024 3:34 PM
Motorists are advised of an upcoming traffic disruption on Tuesday, September 24 for asphalt paving.
September 19, 2024 1:55 PM
The Intelli system, which is used for all recreation, parks and culture program registration, scheduling, point of sale and monthly passes at The City of Red Deer, will be upgraded next week.
September 16, 2024 9:56 PM
The following decisions were made by City Council during September 16, 2024, meeting
September 16, 2024 6:11 PM
The City continues to explore a modernized governance structure and potential formation of a Municipally Controlled Corporation (MCC) for utilities after City Council approved a placeholder within the 2025 utility budget going forward this fall.
September 16, 2024 9:11 AM
The Orange Ribbon Campaign returns to engage the community in the Truth and Reconciliation journey.
September 13, 2024 3:52 PM
Motorists are advised of an upcoming traffic disruption on Monday, September 16 as crews repair asphalt.
September 13, 2024 9:55 AM
The Monday, September 16 Regular City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m.
The following items are on Council’s agenda:
September 13, 2024 9:47 AM
A new Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee may be established, if approved by City Council on Monday.
September 13, 2024 9:34 AM
New actions for The City’s response to urban encampments will be considered by Council on Monday, with a focus on interim and long-term solutions to homelessness.
September 12, 2024 9:09 AM
The City of Red Deer is seeking more applications for the Central Alberta Regional Assessment Review Board (RARB).
September 11, 2024 2:47 PM
Starting on September 15, the main gate to the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) will be temporarily closed to the public for approximately four weeks as crews work to complete the berm project and install a new gate.
September 6, 2024 3:50 PM
As crews continue to make progress on the 19 Street Improvements Project, they are informing drivers of upcoming traffic disruptions that will take place in early September.