The Village of Alberta Beach was incorporated in 1920 and is set on the soth east shores of Lac Ste. Anne 60km West of Edmonton and is primarily used for recreation. Over the years Alberta Beach has become a popular resort to visit which has a combination of permanent and summer residents. Our permanent population taken from the 2016 census is 1018 and on a busy summer weekend can attract 3000 or more visitors. Alberta Beach has a 5-member Council whose term currently runs until 2021.

PUBLIC NOTICE - Due to the recent State of Public Health Emergency declared by the Government of Alberta on Wednesday, September 15, 2021, the Alberta Beach Administration office is closed.

Staff are still available during regular business hours Tuesday to Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. via telephone and email.

All essential services continue to be provided to ensure business continuity. Attendance at the administration office will be by appointment only, please call 780-924-3181 or email aboffice@albertabeach.com.

To ensure the safety of Council, staff and citizens at this time, Council and Municipal Planning Commission meetings will take place via Zoom until further notice.

Effective September 4, 2021 - Masks or face coverings are mandatory in all indoor public spaces and workplaces.

SENATE ELECTION & REFERENDUM VOTE - Monday October 18, 2021: Alberta Beach will be conducting the voting for the Senate Election and Referendum vote on behalf of the Summer Villages of Sunset Point, Val Quentin and Castle Island. Voting will take place at the Alberta Beach Agliplex between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.

Please visit Elections Alberta for more information.

Notice of Election and Requirements for Voter Identification

Please be advised that Alberta Beach Council will hold its Annual Organizational Meeting and Regular Council Meeting on Tuesday, October 19, 2021, electronically via Zoom at 7:00 p.m.

Alberta Beach's newly elected Council will be sworn in at the Organizational Council Meeting on Tuesday, October 19, 2021.

Organizational Council Meeting Agenda - October 19, 2021

Regular Council Meeting Agenda - October 19, 2021

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ALBERTA BEACH – Due to elevated levels of fecal bacteria currently present in the water at Alberta Beach area located within the North Zone of Alberta Health Services (AHS), AHS is advising the public not to swim or wade at this beach area, effective immediately.

Elevated levels of fecal bacteria were detected via testing of the lake water at this beach location. At current levels, gastrointestinal illness may result from ingestion of the water at Alberta Beach. As well, there is the possibility of skin, ear and eye infections with water contact.

As always, visitors and residents are reminded to never drink or cook with untreated water directly from any lake or reservoir, at any time. Water-borne organisms, including fecal bacteria, can cause vomiting and diarrhea.

AHS Environmental Public Health officers will continue to monitor the water at Alberta Beach.

This advisory will remain in effect until further notice.

Alberta Health Services is the provincial health authority responsible for planning and delivering health supports and services for more than four million adults and children living in Alberta. Its mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans.

Alberta Beach Council has returned to in-person Council meetings.

Council Meetings are held in Council Chambers temporarily located at 4000 Museum Road, Unit 5A.

Members of the public who wish to attend the Council Meeting, please contact the Village Office at 780-924-3181 to register.

NEXT REGULAR COUNCIL MEETING DATE: September 21, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting Agenda

WORK PROJECTS:

47 Street Culvert Project:
Installation of storm culverts between 47A Avenue & 47 Avenue

March 11, 2021 - Alberta Environment & Parks: Zebra mussels have been found in moss (marimo) balls imported and sold in Alberta. Please click the Alert link below for detailed information with steps Albertans' need to take to dispose of the invasive species safely and properly.

• Live zebra mussels (Dreissena polymorpha) have been detected in moss (marimo) balls being sold at   various plant and pet stores across Alberta.

• Reports from the public of live zebra mussels in moss balls in personal aquariums have also been reported, including one individual who had purchased their moss balls in early February.

• AEP is working closely with jurisdictional partners across Canada.

• As of March 9, Albertans are being asked to destroy moss balls that were purchased after January 1, 2021 to eliminate the risk of zebra mussels being introduced to the environment. Guidelines on how   to destroy moss balls has been provided through an alert.

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Fireworks Bylaw 232-11
Reminder

No person shall:
Display for sale, offer for sale, sell, purchase, possess to sell, transport, store, obtain, give, discharge, or otherwise possess fireworks within the Village.

The Village of Alberta Beach would still like to promote organized professional Firework’s displays at celebrations. Permits may be issued to an individual who has a valid Federal Fireworks Operator Certificate & meets the requirements of  Bylaw #232-11
Permits will only be granted for:
· New years: 20:00 hours (8:00 PM) December 31 – 01:00 hours (1:00 AM) January 1
· Canada Day: 20:00 hours (8:00 PM) – 23:59 hours (11:59 PM) July 1
· Labour Day: 20:00 hours (8:00 PM) – 23:59 hours (11:59 PM) on the first Monday of September.
· Special Events specifically approved by a motion of Council

Permits from another municipality are not valid in the Village of Alberta Beach. *** Permits issued in any other municipality may only be used to transport any fireworks through the Village and directly out of the Village without stopping. An individual who is convicted of an offence pursuant to this bylaw for which no specific penalty has been provided is liable to a fine of not less than $250.00 and not more than $10,000.00.

Specified Penalties:
Discharge / Possess Fireworks                                        $250.00
Selling Firework                                                             $1000.00
Set up, operate or discharge a pyrotechnic display         $500.00
Obstructs, interferes with, hinders, an Enforcement
Officer                                                                            $500.00
Offer fireworks for sale                                                    $500.00
Transport fireworks                                                         $250.00

A complete copy of bylaw #232-11 is available for viewing under the bylaw section of the website or copies can be obtained from the village office.

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