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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 6 MONDAY APRIL 6, 2020
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY JULY 20, 2020 PAGE 7
Second draft of Non-Residential Property
Tax Incentive Program presented to Council July 27, August 3, 10, 17,24, and 31 issues
by Cassie Kushniruk from then on. So it would only be development
permits issued from the date this is read after the
At the May 12 Committee of the Whole third reading."
meeting, Council instructed Administration to Zahara commented, "My concern is, we have a
bring forward a draft bylaw for a Non-Residential major development going on right now, which,
Property Tax Incentive Program for the purpose I'm assuming a development permit has already
of encouraging new development and been issued for that, and they're on a tight
redevelopment of non-residential properties timeline and that's why they started their
within the Town. development, and I would hate for them to lose
During the June 23 Committee of the Whole out on this opportunity. I want to ensure that
meeting, a first draft of this bylaw was presented timelines are met and that anything that's going on
to Council. during this COVID period also qualifies for that."
Four amendments were brought forward from Councillor Janet Wilkinson said, "To me, it
Council's discussion during this meeting, looks like we're rushing doing the three readings
including adding a three-year expiry to the bylaw, at one time. In that case, I would much prefer that
clarifying that the tax exemption starts the next we had it issued from the beginning of this year
taxation year after completion of development, so there'd be no thought that we'd be rushing for
the assessment value change including all any particular purpose."
assessment, and the bylaw taking effect upon Mayor Zahara stated, "I'm fine with doing all
passing of third reading. three readings and having it take effect as long as
Once the second draft is finalized, the current development that just got underway
Administration will bring the bylaw back to the qualifies through our discussions with them. It's
next Council meeting for reading. The usual easy to have people say you're rushing through
practice is to have first reading at one Council things, but people need certainty and decision
meeting and second and third readings at the making. We've had discussion on this for over a
following meeting; however, as the development month now and people have had ample time to
season is already in progress, Administration provide feedback, so I'm good with all three
sought feedback from Council at their July 14 readings next week."
meeting as to whether all three readings should CAO Mike Derricott commented, "If we are
happen next Council meeting to expedite the going to get this in place as soon as possible to
implementation of this bylaw. encourage business development in our
During the time for questions and comments community, I think it is a positive thing and
from Council, Mayor Kevin Zahara asked, "What certainly agree with the fact that this has had
is the rule for which development would be ample time in the public arena for people to see,
eligible for this? Is it based on when the ask questions, and share concerns with us. Imelda Sinard and Verna Schwitz were tending
development permit is issued or when it is Administratively, we haven't received any public their community garden plots recently. Student-
completed?" feedback specifically on this item." staff help by using a rototiller to plant peas,
General Manager of Corporate Services Sarah This item will be brought forward at the July 21 carrots, beets, and potatoes. photo Deanna
Bittner replied, "One of the things we spoke about Council meeting for final discussion and Mitchener
at the meeting last week was that timeline of approval.
when that was going to be effective. I understood
Edson Funeral Home
to be that once this was passed, you wanted it
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THE WEEKLY ANCHOR
PAGE 6 MONDAY APRIL 6, 2020
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY JULY 20, 2020 PAGE 7
Second draft of Non-Residential Property
Tax Incentive Program presented to Council July 27, August 3, 10, 17,24, and 31 issues
by Cassie Kushniruk from then on. So it would only be development
permits issued from the date this is read after the
At the May 12 Committee of the Whole third reading."
meeting, Council instructed Administration to Zahara commented, "My concern is, we have a
bring forward a draft bylaw for a Non-Residential major development going on right now, which,
Property Tax Incentive Program for the purpose I'm assuming a development permit has already
of encouraging new development and been issued for that, and they're on a tight
redevelopment of non-residential properties timeline and that's why they started their
within the Town. development, and I would hate for them to lose
During the June 23 Committee of the Whole out on this opportunity. I want to ensure that
meeting, a first draft of this bylaw was presented timelines are met and that anything that's going on
to Council. during this COVID period also qualifies for that."
Four amendments were brought forward from Councillor Janet Wilkinson said, "To me, it
Council's discussion during this meeting, looks like we're rushing doing the three readings
including adding a three-year expiry to the bylaw, at one time. In that case, I would much prefer that
clarifying that the tax exemption starts the next we had it issued from the beginning of this year
taxation year after completion of development, so there'd be no thought that we'd be rushing for
the assessment value change including all any particular purpose."
assessment, and the bylaw taking effect upon Mayor Zahara stated, "I'm fine with doing all
passing of third reading. three readings and having it take effect as long as
Once the second draft is finalized, the current development that just got underway
Administration will bring the bylaw back to the qualifies through our discussions with them. It's
next Council meeting for reading. The usual easy to have people say you're rushing through
practice is to have first reading at one Council things, but people need certainty and decision
meeting and second and third readings at the making. We've had discussion on this for over a
following meeting; however, as the development month now and people have had ample time to
season is already in progress, Administration provide feedback, so I'm good with all three
sought feedback from Council at their July 14 readings next week."
meeting as to whether all three readings should CAO Mike Derricott commented, "If we are
happen next Council meeting to expedite the going to get this in place as soon as possible to
implementation of this bylaw. encourage business development in our
During the time for questions and comments community, I think it is a positive thing and
from Council, Mayor Kevin Zahara asked, "What certainly agree with the fact that this has had
is the rule for which development would be ample time in the public arena for people to see,
eligible for this? Is it based on when the ask questions, and share concerns with us. Imelda Sinard and Verna Schwitz were tending
development permit is issued or when it is Administratively, we haven't received any public their community garden plots recently. Student-
completed?" feedback specifically on this item." staff help by using a rototiller to plant peas,
General Manager of Corporate Services Sarah This item will be brought forward at the July 21 carrots, beets, and potatoes. photo Deanna
Bittner replied, "One of the things we spoke about Council meeting for final discussion and Mitchener
at the meeting last week was that timeline of approval.
when that was going to be effective. I understood
Edson Funeral Home
to be that once this was passed, you wanted it
F
Foothills Memorial Chapel and Crematoriumoothills Memorial Chapel and Crematorium
A
A Caring Part of the Caring Group Corp. Caring Part of the Caring Group Corp.
PO Box 6358, 5040 6th Ave., Edson, AB T7E 1T8O Box 6358, 5040 6th Ave., Edson, AB T7E 1T8
P
7
780-723-357580-723-3575
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
www.foothillsmemorialchapel.com
W
We're still here for you,e're still here for you,
still offering our
still offering our
personalized service.
personalized service.
Please call for
Please call for
Rescheduled an appointment. WE WANT YOUR QUALITY TRADE! WE WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS!
an appointment.
YELLOWHEAD GAS CO-OP All-Wheel-Drive SUVs
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Traditional Funeral Services,
Graveside Services and Starting at $157 bi-weekly OAC.
Tuesday, July14th, 2020 at 7:00 pm Cremation Options with a Crematorium Call us about home delivery and other service options
Galloway Station Museum on site in Edson. WE WANT YOUR QUALITY TRADE! We’re here. We’re open. We’re ready to lend a hand to our friends and neighbours WE WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS!
223-55th Street, Edson Cemetery Monuments.
In order to adhere to CMOH guidelines We also offer Prearrangement Plans. WE WORK 780-542-4438
if you would like to attend please contact the office IN THIS COMMUNITY! THE BEST DEALS 1-866-841-3673
WE LIVE
Our Commitment Is To You.
at 780-723-4214 Our Commitment Is To You. IN THIS COMMUNITY! ON NEW FORD VEHICLES 5214 POWER CENTRE BLVD
to book a seat at the AGM. WE ARE LOCAL! GUARANTEED! DRAYTON VALLEY, AB
We appreciate your understanding. WE WANT YOUR QUALITY TRADE! WE WANT TO EARN YOUR BUSINESS!
