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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.

City Council on the agenda – May 20, 2025

May 15, 2025 4:25 PM

The Monday, May 20 Regular City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m. with a closed meeting at the beginning and the regular meeting expected to begin at 11:30 a.m.

Building permit values decreased in April

May 6, 2025 12:51 PM

Building permit values dropped in April, with 94 issued permits valued at nearly $7.5 million, compared with 103 issued permits valued at $35 million in April 2024.

Bower Woods Area Structure Plan Now Open for Input

May 5, 2025 11:52 AM

The City of Red Deer is inviting residents to have their say on the future of Bower Woods, a new residential neighbourhood, by reviewing and providing input on the proposed Bower Woods Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan (NASP).

Seasonal public washroom returns to downtown

May 2, 2025 10:21 AM

Following a four-year pilot project to access the need for the service, a seasonal public washroom facility will return to downtown Red Deer for the summer.

Spruce Drive trail closure notice

May 1, 2025 11:54 AM

Trail users are advised of an upcoming trail closure along the trail parallel to the east side of Spruce Drive, as work is completed to provide future access to underground utility infrastructure.

Watering Timer Rebate launches in Red Deer

May 1, 2025 11:52 AM

Just in time for spring, The City of Red Deer has launched a new Watering Timer Rebate Program to encourage residents to conserve water while maintaining beautiful, healthy yards.

Approach to 2026 Budget outlined

April 29, 2025 4:39 PM

Planning for The City’s 2026 budget is underway with a focus on supporting long-term financial health while navigating current economic pressures and planning for the future.

Update on Red Deer’s economic development strategy

April 22, 2025 2:36 PM

The Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee provided an update to City Council, outlining its initial findings and early recommendations on how Red Deer should organize and lead its economic development efforts in the future.

Red Deer maintaining dedicated non-emergency phone number

April 16, 2025 11:07 AM

As a part of National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week, the Alberta RCMP has launched a non-emergency number in Alberta. This number will allow individuals with non-emergency concerns to dial the same number from anywhere in the province. While this...