City Council on the agenda – July 21, 2025
The Monday, July 21 Regular City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m. with a closed meeting expected between 1 and 1:30 p.m.
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.
The Monday, July 21 Regular City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m. with a closed meeting expected between 1 and 1:30 p.m.
An update on Red Deer’s Housing Accelerator Fund 2 (HAF2) project and public engagement will be presented to City Council on Monday.
With some exciting updates for the 2026-2028 Community Culture Development Fund (CCDF) funding cycle, The City of Red Deer is inviting not-for-profit organizations delivering culture programs and services to attend information sessions to learn about these
Heads up Red Deer! The annual Westerner Days Parade is rolling through downtown on Wednesday, July 16.
In a shared commitment to regional cooperation, long-term planning, and responsible growth, Red Deer City Council and Red Deer County Council have officially adopted a new Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP).
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
Following some unexpected delays, residents and business owners in downtown Red Deer can expect some sidewalk and parking closures as crews work to demolish the Empire Building located at 4909, 48 Street.
Building permit values increased significantly in June, with 107 issued permits valued at $949.2 million, compared with 120 permits issued in June 2024 worth $5.7 million.
The Monday, July 7 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.
The City of Red Deer is currently developing Red Deer's Community Compass: Our Master Plan for Service Delivery, a strategic planning initiative that will shape how The City delivers public-facing services from 2025 to 2037.
The popular neighbourhood recreation program, Meet Me at the Park, returns this summer with a wide range of fun-filled activities for residents of all ages.
The City of Red Deer is currently experiencing an unexpected phone service disruption at the Civic Yards. As a result, incoming phone lines for the following departments are unavailable:
Following a Public Hearing and an in-depth review process, City Council passed a resolution approving the transition of The City’s Electric Utility to a Municipally Controlled Corporation (MCC).
Residents and business owners in downtown Red Deer, can expect some sidewalk and parking closures as crews work to demolish the Empire Building located at 4909, 48 Street.
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
Today, Council accepted the recommendations of the Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee to adopt an arm’s length governance model for economic development in Red Deer.
The Monday, June 23 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 1 p.m.
Citizens are invited to attend a Public Hearing on Monday to share their feedback as City Council considers transitioning The City’s Electric Utility to a Municipally Controlled Corporation (MCC).
Yesterday, The City of Red Deer celebrated the outstanding achievements of local individuals, groups and teams at the annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards