Request for Members-at-Large – Intermunicipal Subdivision Development Appeal Board

Athabasca County, the Town of Athabasca, and the Village of Boyle in partnership, have formed an Intermunicipal Subdivision Development Appeal Board (SDAB). We are inviting interested members of the public to apply as a member-at-large. The SDAB will consist of a pool of eight board members from across the greater Athabasca County region. SDAB training…

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Development Permit Approvals for the week of March 6th 2024

Permitted   D24-023 12′ x 20′ (8′ high) tarp shed, 10′ x 20′ (8′ high) tarp shed, 12′ x 30′ deck with 4′ x 1′ steps and 6′ x 1′ steps, 8.5′ x 7′ covered front deck with 3.5′ x 1′ steps, and an 8′ x 40′ (8′ high) seacan NW 29-64-23-W4 (Div. 4) Decision…

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Supersized Load Moving North on HWY 63 on March 8th

This Friday, March 8th, motorists should be prepared for delays travelling northbound on Highway 63. A large piece of industrial equipment 8.7 metres wide, 10.2 metres high and 69.5 metres long is being moved north to Fort McMurray. Due to its large size and weight, it will only travel at 60 km/h and will use…

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Request for Proposal – Onsite Contract Campground Management for 2024 Season: Forfar Park

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (“RFP”) WITH RESPECT TO THE: ONSITE CONTRACT CAMPGROUND MANAGEMENT FOR 2024 SEASON FOR FORFAR Athabasca County is seeking Proposals from interested Proponents for the Onsite Contract Management for Forfar Park Campground for the 2024 season. The Contract will be inclusive of April 15, 2024, through October 10, 2024. Please note: April will…

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Animal Control Bylaw Online Survey

Athabasca County is proposing an update to the Animal Control Bylaw (formerly known as the Dog Control Bylaw). Given the importance of this bylaw, Athabasca County is looking for feedback to help guide its decisions. Click the link below to complete the online survey and learn about the proposed changes and additions to the bylaw….

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Development Permit Approvals for the Week of February 28th 2024

Permitted   D24-004 26′ x 44′ (20′ high) second residence with a 16′ x 26′ attached carport, 26′ x 12′ greenhouse, 40′ x 60′ (14′ high) quonset (all as-built) and a 32′ X 32′ (12′ high) attached garage to the existing 32′ x 52′ primary residence NW 34-66-17-W4 (Div. 7) Decision Date: February 28, 2024…

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Employment Opportunity – Deputy Fire Chief

Athabasca County is currently accepting applications for a full-time Deputy Fire Chief to join our Community & Protective Services department. With a focus on supporting the rural districts, the incumbent provides leadership and guidance to the Athabasca County Fire Services personnel regarding provision of fire suppression and rescue services, supporting of volunteer recruitment and retention…

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Meeting Notice – County Council

The Thursday, February 29th, 2024, Regular County Council meeting will be held in Council Chambers. 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 shortly before 9:30 am, MDT, on Thursday,…

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