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The Town of Edson
has a mobile app?
With the app you can:
- View facility schedules
(Pool/Skating).
- See what’s going on
around town with the
events calendar.
- Walk the trails with
confidence with a map of
the trails including trail
heads and points of
interest!
- Report-a-Problem.
- See what businesses are in
Edson and get directions.
scheduled.
- Receive emergency push notices.
COVID-19 UPDATE – Town of Edson (as of June 17th, 2020)
- Get notices on snow removal and
general town news (set the
notifications in settings).
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Bylaw 2250, the Mandatory Facial Covering Bylaw FAQ
(November 18th, 2020)
Why has the Town of Edson enacted the bylaw at this time? mask, there are many businesses offering curbside pickup or delivery
The Town of Edson Emergency Coordination Centre, with the support services and we encourage you to remain out of the public spaces as
of Council, enacted the bylaw for a number of reasons. The Edson much as possible. Face shields are also an alternative being utilized to
zone (Central Yellowhead County) currently has 5 active cases of help alleviate some concerns.
COVID-19 listed by Alberta Health Services. But other factors were
also taken into consideration including: a sharp increase in cases in How is this being enforced?
the surrounding areas (Hinton, Drayton Valley, Whitecourt, Westview), While the intention of this bylaw is not punitive, those who refuse to
hospital capacity in the Province, and the Provincial request to help follow the bylaw could be subject to a $100 fine for a first offence, and
get numbers out of control to avoid further restrictions. $200 for subsequent offences.
But our numbers didn't reach the 10 active case threshold, did How long will this be in effect?
they? This bylaw will be in effect for a MINIMUM of 2 weeks and reviewed by
No, the Edson zone (Central Yellowhead County) currently has 5 the ECC based on the criteria of the bylaw, current risk levels in the
active cases of COVID-19 listed by Alberta Health Services. This is not region, and direction of the Provincial Government at the time.
the only criteria used to enact the bylaw.
The triggers include: What about school buses and schools? Will this mean any
- There are 10 or more active cases within the Edson Region changes?
- There is a persistent spread of active cases within the community For the most part schools and school buses are not spaces open to
- There is an outbreak within local schools, which may or may not the general public. As such, they fall under their own rules and
result in a closure of the school(s) regulations.
- A persistent and active Infection rate profile of neighboring For more information on the Mandatory Facial Covering Bylaw,
communities (e.g. Hinton, Whitecourt, Evansburg, etc.) please visit www.edson.ca/bylaws.
In this case, hospital capacity and other information from the
Emergency Coordination Centre's meetings with Alberta Health
Services also were taken into consideration.
What spaces does the bylaw include?
The bylaw covers all indoor, or substantially enclosed, Public Place or
in any Public Transportation Vehicle. A "Public Place" means any
property, whether publicly or privately owned, to which members of the www.edson.ca
public have access as of right or by express or implied invitation,
whether on payment of any fee or not. Basically, any indoor space the
general public has access to.
What qualifies as a face covering?
Face covering under this bylaw means a medical or non-medical mask
or other face covering that fully covers the nose, mouth, and chin, but
excludes a mask with an exhalation valve.
What are the exemptions?
- persons under 2 years of age;
- persons who are unable to place, use, or remove Face Coverings
without assistance; EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
- persons providing care or assistance to a person with a disability
where a Face Covering would hinder that caregiving or assistance; TOWN OF EDSON
- persons consuming food or drink in designated seating areas or as
part of a religious or spiritual ceremony;
- persons engaging in aquatic activities or physical exercise; or
- persons engaging in services that require the temporary removal of a
Face Covering.
What if I can't wear a mask or just don't want to wear one?
The bylaw is designed to protect the population by having everyone
participate. If you cannot wear a mask, or are uncomfortable wearing a
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT
Notice is hereby given that the Development Authority has authorized the issuance of the following Development Permits in accordance with the
Town of Edson Land Use Bylaw #2070 as amended:
Permit # Address/Legal Development Type Use Date Issued Online Zoning
Week 1
077-2020 5502 4 Ave/Plan 461 AJ, Block 162, Lot 1 to 4 Awning/Canopy Sign (unit 5) Permitted November 18, 2020 C-3
Week 2
075-2020 4730 3 Ave/Plan 1494 AC, Block 18, Lot 3 Change of Use to Recreational Discretionary November 10, 2020 C-2
Equipment Sales and Fascia Sign
Any person who deems to be affected by the issuance of any one of these permits may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Authority by
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4:00 p.m., on the 21 day after the date of issue as published on the Town’s website (www.edson.ca/development). On Permitted Uses,
grounds for appeal must relate only to interpretation, variance, or relaxation of Land Use Bylaw 2070. On Discretionary Uses, all aspects of the
proposed development may be challenged upon appeal. Written notice of appeal, accompanied by the appeal fee as established by Town Council,
must be filed through the Office of the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board at Box 6300, Edson, AB T7E 1T7.
www.edson.ca www.edson.ca
has a mobile app?
With the app you can:
- View facility schedules
(Pool/Skating).
- See what’s going on
around town with the
events calendar.
- Walk the trails with
confidence with a map of
the trails including trail
heads and points of
interest!
- Report-a-Problem.
- See what businesses are in
Edson and get directions.
scheduled.
- Receive emergency push notices.
COVID-19 UPDATE – Town of Edson (as of June 17th, 2020)
- Get notices on snow removal and
general town news (set the
notifications in settings).
THE WEEKLY ANCHOR MONDAY NOVEMBER 23, 2020 PAGE 5 - Find out when your garbage pickup is TOWN OF EDSON Town of Edsonown of Edson
TOWN OF EDSON
TOWN OF EDSON
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TOWN OF EDSON Town of Edson Public Information & Notices 2020 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Town of Edson
Office Hours
Office Hours
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Public Information & Notices 2020
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
TOWN OF EDSON
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TOWN OF EDSON Town of Edson TOWN OF EDSON Town of Edson Office Hours Monday to Friday
Town of Edson
Town of Edson
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Office Hours
Office Hours
Public Information & Notices 2020
Office Hours
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Public Information & Notices 2020
Public Information & Notices 2020 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Office Hours Public Information & Notices 2020 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday
8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Public Information & Notices 2020
Public Information & Notices 2020 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Monday to Friday
Monday to Friday
Bylaw 2250, the Mandatory Facial Covering Bylaw FAQ
(November 18th, 2020)
Why has the Town of Edson enacted the bylaw at this time? mask, there are many businesses offering curbside pickup or delivery
The Town of Edson Emergency Coordination Centre, with the support services and we encourage you to remain out of the public spaces as
of Council, enacted the bylaw for a number of reasons. The Edson much as possible. Face shields are also an alternative being utilized to
zone (Central Yellowhead County) currently has 5 active cases of help alleviate some concerns.
COVID-19 listed by Alberta Health Services. But other factors were
also taken into consideration including: a sharp increase in cases in How is this being enforced?
the surrounding areas (Hinton, Drayton Valley, Whitecourt, Westview), While the intention of this bylaw is not punitive, those who refuse to
hospital capacity in the Province, and the Provincial request to help follow the bylaw could be subject to a $100 fine for a first offence, and
get numbers out of control to avoid further restrictions. $200 for subsequent offences.
But our numbers didn't reach the 10 active case threshold, did How long will this be in effect?
they? This bylaw will be in effect for a MINIMUM of 2 weeks and reviewed by
No, the Edson zone (Central Yellowhead County) currently has 5 the ECC based on the criteria of the bylaw, current risk levels in the
active cases of COVID-19 listed by Alberta Health Services. This is not region, and direction of the Provincial Government at the time.
the only criteria used to enact the bylaw.
The triggers include: What about school buses and schools? Will this mean any
- There are 10 or more active cases within the Edson Region changes?
- There is a persistent spread of active cases within the community For the most part schools and school buses are not spaces open to
- There is an outbreak within local schools, which may or may not the general public. As such, they fall under their own rules and
result in a closure of the school(s) regulations.
- A persistent and active Infection rate profile of neighboring For more information on the Mandatory Facial Covering Bylaw,
communities (e.g. Hinton, Whitecourt, Evansburg, etc.) please visit www.edson.ca/bylaws.
In this case, hospital capacity and other information from the
Emergency Coordination Centre's meetings with Alberta Health
Services also were taken into consideration.
What spaces does the bylaw include?
The bylaw covers all indoor, or substantially enclosed, Public Place or
in any Public Transportation Vehicle. A "Public Place" means any
property, whether publicly or privately owned, to which members of the www.edson.ca
public have access as of right or by express or implied invitation,
whether on payment of any fee or not. Basically, any indoor space the
general public has access to.
What qualifies as a face covering?
Face covering under this bylaw means a medical or non-medical mask
or other face covering that fully covers the nose, mouth, and chin, but
excludes a mask with an exhalation valve.
What are the exemptions?
- persons under 2 years of age;
- persons who are unable to place, use, or remove Face Coverings
without assistance; EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
- persons providing care or assistance to a person with a disability
where a Face Covering would hinder that caregiving or assistance; TOWN OF EDSON
- persons consuming food or drink in designated seating areas or as
part of a religious or spiritual ceremony;
- persons engaging in aquatic activities or physical exercise; or
- persons engaging in services that require the temporary removal of a
Face Covering.
What if I can't wear a mask or just don't want to wear one?
The bylaw is designed to protect the population by having everyone
participate. If you cannot wear a mask, or are uncomfortable wearing a
NOTICE OF DEVELOPMENT
Notice is hereby given that the Development Authority has authorized the issuance of the following Development Permits in accordance with the
Town of Edson Land Use Bylaw #2070 as amended:
Permit # Address/Legal Development Type Use Date Issued Online Zoning
Week 1
077-2020 5502 4 Ave/Plan 461 AJ, Block 162, Lot 1 to 4 Awning/Canopy Sign (unit 5) Permitted November 18, 2020 C-3
Week 2
075-2020 4730 3 Ave/Plan 1494 AC, Block 18, Lot 3 Change of Use to Recreational Discretionary November 10, 2020 C-2
Equipment Sales and Fascia Sign
Any person who deems to be affected by the issuance of any one of these permits may appeal to the Subdivision and Development Authority by
s t
4:00 p.m., on the 21 day after the date of issue as published on the Town’s website (www.edson.ca/development). On Permitted Uses,
grounds for appeal must relate only to interpretation, variance, or relaxation of Land Use Bylaw 2070. On Discretionary Uses, all aspects of the
proposed development may be challenged upon appeal. Written notice of appeal, accompanied by the appeal fee as established by Town Council,
must be filed through the Office of the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board at Box 6300, Edson, AB T7E 1T7.
www.edson.ca www.edson.ca
