Recreation Centre Outdoor Pool to open June 1
May 30, 2023 1:33 PM
Red Deerians can soon make a splash as the Recreation Centre Outdoor Pool opens for the season this Thursday, June 1, 2023 weather permitting.
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Below is a list of recent City of Red Deer news releases. For media inquiries, contact Corporate Communications during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via our Media Inquiry Form.
Congratulations to the new Premier of Alberta from Red Deer Mayor and City Council
May 30, 2023 8:25 AM
On behalf of the residents of Red Deer, I extend my warmest congratulations to Premier Danielle Smith on her decisive victory in yesterday’s provincial election and appointment as the new Premier of Alberta.
Growing for tomorrow: Red Deerians invited to influence changes to the Land Use Bylaw
May 26, 2023 12:57 PM
Over the next month, Red Deerians are invited to share their ideas and perspectives on Red Deer’s Land Use Bylaw through a public participation process.
Fire ban rescinded but residents urged to remain cautious
May 24, 2023 11:56 AM
A fire ban for the city of Red Deer has been lifted, but The City asks residents to exercise caution as dry conditions persist across the province.
Red Deer 2023 property tax notices are on the way
May 23, 2023 10:54 AM
Red Deer property owners can expect to receive their 2023 property tax notices in their mailboxes and inboxes soon as The City is sending them out today.
Power pole work on 40 Avenue
May 19, 2023 10:54 AM
Red Deerians in the 40 Avenue area will notice leaning power poles during the summer months.
Fire ban continues through long weekend in Red Deer
May 18, 2023 2:41 PM
A fire ban for the city of Red Deer remains in place through the long weekend, as high temperatures and dry conditions persist.
Mike Olesen joins City of Red Deer leadership team
May 16, 2023 9:59 AM
There is a new face at The City of Red Deer with Mike Olesen joining The City’s leadership team after four years as the Chief Executive Officer at Westerner Park.
City Council Meeting Recap
May 15, 2023 9:29 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s regular City Council Meeting.
Code of Conduct investigation closes
May 15, 2023 9:16 PM
Following an independent investigation stemming from a complaint received by City Council in March 2023, Councillor Kraymer Barnstable, by a vote of 5 to 2, was found in breach of City Council’s Code of Conduct Bylaw with two of six all
Construction beginning on 19 Street Improvement Project
May 15, 2023 3:06 PM
Road rehabilitation on 19 Street will begin tomorrow, Tuesday, May 16, as crews close the median lanes in both directions to construct detour ramps.
Street sweepers moving into residential areas next week
May 12, 2023 4:11 PM
Residential Street Sweeping will begin on May 15, as crews have completed sweeping medians and boulevards throughout the city.
City Council: on the agenda
May 11, 2023 3:25 PM
The following items are on Red Deer City Council’s meeting agenda for Monday, May 15, 2023.
Building permit values continue decrease in April
May 9, 2023 1:30 PM
Building permit values decreased in April, with 77 approved permits valued at $5.2 million, compared with 85 permits issued in April 2022 worth $6.5 million.
Demolition to begin for the Buffalo Hotel, Club Café properties
May 8, 2023 10:46 AM
In December, The City announced the purchase of two downtown sites, 5021 and 5023 Ross (50) Street downtown with the intent to redevelop the area.
Mayor and City Council statement on the Coronation of His Majesty King Charles III
May 6, 2023 9:17 AM
City Council and I would like to offer our official congratulations on this historic day as we join the Commonwealth and the world to mark the Coronation of its new monarch, His Majesty King Charles III.
City Council votes against rezoning application in Waskasoo area
May 4, 2023 12:42 PM
After hearing from approximately 120 people over two days at a Public Hearing to discuss the potential redevelopment plan to pursue a multi-family residential development in the Waskasoo area,
Black bear sighting at Gaetz Lake Sanctuary
May 4, 2023 10:07 AM
The Wishart Trail at Gaetz Lake Sanctuary is closed until further notice following a black bear sighting in the area. Currently, the Dr. George Trail remains open.
Traffic disruption on Taylor Drive Bridge
May 3, 2023 11:49 AM
Motorists are advised of a traffic disruption on the northbound lane of the Taylor Drive Bridge as crews complete rehabilitation work on the bridge structure.
Registration for Summer Day Camps and all summer programming begins on Tuesday, May 9
May 3, 2023 11:46 AM
Red Deerians can prepare to sign up for Summer Day Camps, summer swim lessons and more next week.
Smart Thermostat Rebate launches in Red Deer
May 3, 2023 11:44 AM
Red Deer residents who purchase and install a smart thermostat can apply for a rebate through a new rebate program launched by The City of Red Deer.
City Council Meeting Recap
May 1, 2023 7:38 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s regular City Council Meeting.
City Council passed second and third reading to repeal the loan bylaw for River Bend
May 1, 2023 4:47 PM
The longstanding loan for capital improvements to a City-owned asset was repealed today, with City Council giving second and third reading to repeal the River Bend Loan Bylaw.
City Council approves housing asset development recommendations
May 1, 2023 4:25 PM
At their regular meeting today, City Council unanimously supported ten recommendations related to municipal government enabling actions that reflect the Community Housing and Homelessness Integrated Plan (CHHIP).
Mayors continue to highlight critical issues with provincial EMS dispatch
May 1, 2023 3:04 PM
January 19 marked two years since the transition of Emergency Medical Services (EMS) dispatch from the municipalities of Calgary, Lethbridge, Red Deer, and the Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo.
Fire ban in effect for the city of Red Deer
May 1, 2023 12:00 PM
Effective immediately, The City of Red Deer has issued a full city-wide fire ban, due to dry conditions and high temperatures.