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Employment Opportunity – Grader Operator

Athabasca County is currently accepting applications for a Casual, Full-time, Grader Operator for the County. This is a temporary position, with the possibility of moving to permanent in the future. Under the direction of the Public Works Maintenance Foreman, the Grader Operator performs skilled work within a designated area, in the Summer and Winter operation…

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Bridge on RR 222 in Colinton Road Closure on July 2nd

Please note that due to geotechnical drilling at the bridge on July 2nd, the bridge immediately east of Colinton on Range Road 222 will be closed from 12:00pm-4:00pm on that date. No detour will be available. Residents east of this closure will receive a notice in writing prior to the work starting.  

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Athabasca County Receives Water for Life Grant

Athabasca County is thrilled to announce a pivotal milestone in the region’s water infrastructure enhancement efforts: the successful grant approval of the Water for Life program for the Island Lake Water Line Extension project, and for feasibility studies to extend water lines to the Hamlets of Caslan and Rochester. These grant approvals and projects will…

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Congratulations to All Athabasca University Graduates!

Congratulations to all of the 2024 Athabasca University Graduates as they celebrate their Convocation on June 19th & 20th!

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Meeting Notice – Committee of the Whole

The Tuesday, June 18th, 2024, Committee of the Whole Meeting will be held in Council Chambers at 9:30 am. Members of the public can watch a live stream of the meeting via our YouTube Channel. You can view the agenda by clicking below. VIEW AGENDA MEETING DETAILS The meeting will begin at 9:30 am, MDT,…

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Inclement Weather & Road Repairs

The County is aware of maintenance and repair needs on our roads throughout the region. Despite our best efforts, Mother Nature frequently hinders County operations. When the weather improves, our crews quickly mobilize to make necessary repairs. This approach ensures effective maintenance and repair, as working in poor conditions can compromise repair quality. We appreciate…

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2024 Weed Inspections and Equipment Rentals

As part of the Weed Control Act, Athabasca County works with property owners to help control the spread of weeds along municipal roads and on private property. Weed inspectors are out completing noxious weed inspections within the County and identifying any potential locations that require control. Crews are working with landowners to control infestations and the…

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Development Permit Approvals for the week of June 5th 2024

Permitted   D24-072 30′ x 30′ (12′ high) shop Plan 0721588; Block 3; Lot 7 within SW 30-65-18-W4 (Div. 3) Decision Date: June 4, 2024   D24-074 8′ x 20′ (9′ high) shed and a 20′ x 32′ (13′ high) detached garage Plan 1021304; Block 2; Lot 19 within NW 13-71-17-W4 (Div. 6) Decision Date:…

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Request for Quotation – Roadside Mowing 2024

Athabasca County is seeking sealed quotes for the following work: The work shall consist of mowing grass along the ditches of Athabasca County’s non paved roads, as well as certain County facilities such as the Athabasca County Airport. The mowing of the ditches helps the County with its obligations to the Weed Control Act as…

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AVGAS at Athabasca Regional Airport

Athabasca County in collaboration with Flight Fuels Limited Partnership, have installed a new point of sale system for the fueling of AVGAS (100LL) at the Athabasca Regional Airport. For more information, please contact Kane @ 1-780-920-0038.

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