City Council on the agenda – July 21, 2025
July 17, 2025 3:57 PM
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.
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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 provides update on Housing Accelerator Fund 2 Project
July 17, 2025 3:40 PM
An update on Red Deer’s Housing Accelerator Fund 2 (HAF2) project and public engagement will be presented to City Council on Monday.
Arts & Culture not-for-profit organizations invited to information sessions for CCDF funding cycle
July 16, 2025 1:35 PM
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
Plan ahead for Parade Day road closures
July 10, 2025 3:33 PM
Heads up Red Deer! The annual Westerner Days Parade is rolling through downtown on Wednesday, July 16.
City of Red Deer and Red Deer County adopt joint Intermunicipal Development Plan
July 8, 2025 1:28 PM
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).
City Council recap
July 7, 2025 5:44 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
Empire Building demolition to take place this week
July 7, 2025 10:06 AM
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 increase significantly in June
July 4, 2025 2:03 PM
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.
City Council on the agenda – July 7, 2025
July 4, 2025 1:55 PM
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.
Red Deer Begins Development of Community Compass: Our Master Plan for Service Delivery
July 3, 2025 1:55 PM
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.
Meet Me at The Park Returns to Red Deer for an Exciting Season of Neighbourhood Recreation
June 30, 2025 11:00 AM
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.
Phone service disruption affecting some City departments
June 24, 2025 4:36 PM
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:
Council approves new governance model for Electric Utility
June 24, 2025 3:36 PM
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).
UPDATED: Empire Building demolition to take place this weekend
June 24, 2025 10:04 AM
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.
City Council Recap – June 23, 2025
June 23, 2025 9:01 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
New economic development model approved for Red Deer
June 23, 2025 3:16 PM
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.
City Council on the agenda – June 23, 2025
June 20, 2025 1:06 PM
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.
Public hearing set for Monday: final step in MCC review
June 20, 2025 9:02 AM
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).
Mayor’s Recognition Awards 2025
June 19, 2025 8:46 AM
Yesterday, The City of Red Deer celebrated the outstanding achievements of local individuals, groups and teams at the annual Mayor’s Recognition Awards