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.

Fire Ban - Cancelled: Based on cooler temperatures and some precipitation the Fire Ban issued on June 29, 2021, is now lifted.

Alberta Beach Council will return to in-person Council meetings beginning July 20, 2021. 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: August 17th, 2021 at 7:00 p.m.

Regular Council Meeting Agenda

June 21, 2021 - Project Updates:
Main Beach - The sidewalk and road rehabilitation is now complete. The sod is being installed today, please note the area will be fenced off to allow for the establishment of roots. Please adhere to the posted signage and stay off the grass, we thank you for your cooperation while this work is being completed.
Crack-filling - is ongoing
Road Rehabilitation - is ongoing

June 21, 2021 – Please be advised that garbage pick up scheduled for today will be delayed a day. We apologize for any inconvenience.

May 21, 2021 - NOTICE OF UPCOMING WORK PROJECTS:
Main Beach Area: Restoration work has begun on the Main Beach. Work will include sidewalk with catch basin, frames and grates which is scheduled for the first week of June. Laying of sod and replacement of fencing.

2021 Road Paving Projects:
Power Drive - completed
45 Avenue (46 Street to Boundary Road) - completed
46 Avenue (46 Street to 46A Street) - completed
46A Street (46 Avenue to 45 Avenue) - completed
50 Avenue – Asphalt Patch Work (near main beach area) - completed

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

The 2021 Census of Population – begins soon – May 2021
Every five years, Canadians are invited to participate in the Census to help paint a portrait of Canada's diverse population and the places where we live.  Governments, businesses, associations, community organizations, and many others use information from the Census to make important decisions for your community, province, and the country as a whole. The information you provide ensures that the 2021 Census of Population accurately reflects Canada's changing society. Your responses are vital for planning services that support employment, schools, public transportation, and hospitals. IMPORTANT INFORMATION: When completing the census questionnaire, it is very important to ensure that you provide the correct physical municipal address for your residence in the municipality for which you reside. You may have an Alberta Beach mailing address; however, your physical municipal address may be in another municipality, such as the Summer Village of Sunset Point, the Summer Village of Val Quentin, or Lac Ste. Anne County.

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.

Municipal Leaders Launch COVID-19 Media Campaign

In the wake of Alberta's recent declaration of a State of Public Health Emergency due to COVID-19, Lac Ste. Anne County Council is working with the autonomous towns and summer villages within its borders to reinforce the importance of universal public compliance with the heightened provincial restrictions.

Bend the Curve, the joint municipal media campaign reminds community members of the power they possess to bend the curve downward on COVID-19 numbers. It also sends a message of gratitude to locals who already support the greater social good by heeding the public health restrictions.

Awareness of this messaging is being supported via web and social media channels of the County and partner municipalities including Mayerthorpe, Onoway and Alberta Beach. A digital ad campaign has also been launched in an effort to reach every household in the region during the holiday season.

An informational microsite has been launched by the partner municipalities at bendthecurve.ca. The site breaks down the provincial regulations in simple terms, and provides some sobering local numbers to drive home the importance of heeding the health restrictions. It also leverages important regional data and resources, including daily updates from Alberta's Chief Medical Officer Dr. Deena Hinshaw.

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Locals, business travelers and vacationers alike can browse and search for regional goods, services and company details, and the owners of these businesses can connect with potential shoppers like never before.

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