DELEGATIONS
Bonnyville Municipal Library
The Bonnyville Municipal Library presented the their 2027 budget request, highlighting its ongoing programs, services and community engagement. The Library requested $150,714.33 in municipal funding, representing a 5% increase to support operations and maintain service levels.
Bonnyville Search and Rescue
Representatives from Bonnyville Search and Rescue presented Council with a plaque in appreciation of the Town’s support in helping the organization secure a new home next to the Bonnyville Health Centre.
Bonnyville & District Centennial Centre
The Bonnyville & District Centennial Centre presented their 2027 operating and capital funding requests. The Centre requested $1,067,586 in operating funding from the Town, a 2.5% increase over 2026, along with $691,000 in capital funding for facility improvements and equipment upgrades.
BUSINESS
Council approved participation in an Alberta HUB initiative exploring infrastructure financing opportunities to support housing development across rural Alberta. The initiative will examine potential funding through the Canada Infrastructure Bank, with no financial commitment required from the Town at this stage.
Council approved a letter of support for the M.D. of Bonnyville’s Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) grant application for Phase II of the Wolf Lake Industrial Corridor Investment-Readiness and Servicing Implementation Plan. Council also rescinded its previously approved letter of support for the Critical Operations Corridor Feasibility Study, which the revised project replaces.
Council ratified its earlier decision to provide a letter of support for the Alberta Bilingual Municipalities Association’s application to the provincial Other Initiatives Program. The proposed project would develop a Strategic and Organizational Framework to strengthen the association’s capacity to support bilingual municipalities across Alberta.
Council authorized an NRED grant application and letter of support for the $200,000 Bougie Baseball Diamonds Area Master Plan. If successful, the grant would cover 50% of eligible project costs, reducing the Town’s contribution to approximately $100,000.
Council authorized an NRED grant application and accompanying letter of support for the Uptown Area Master Plan, supporting long-term planning for the proposed Uptown District.