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Council Decisions: April 23, 2024

Wednesday, April 24, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the April 23, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Council Decisions: April 9, 2024

Thursday, April 11, 2024

Council Decisions: April 9, 2024Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the April 9, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be Read More...

Documentary Film Screening at Olds College: "Farms of the Future: The Evolution of Agriculture"

Friday, April 5, 2024

In 2023 Tyler Duffy, a filmmaker, director, and actor based in Central Alberta, directed and produced a documentary film called "Farms of the Future: The Evolution of Agriculture." The film was shot on various dates between May 2023 and October 2023, to capture the full farming season from seeding Read More...

Proper Site Assessment and Preparation Necessary for Successful Tree Planting Projects

Friday, April 5, 2024

Whether you plant trees for shelterbelts, windbreaks, eco-buffers, or afforestation, regardless, proper site assessment and preparation is essential for successful tree establishment. Tree seedlings require four basic elements to grow: water, nutrients, sunlight, and space. Site preparation refers Read More...

Rocky View County Council Approves 2024 Master Rates

Thursday, March 28, 2024

March 27, 2024 – Rocky View County Council has approved the 2024 Master Rates Bylaw that outlines the fees the County charges for services. The new fee schedule comes into effect on May 1, 2024.All County fees are reviewed annually as part of the budget process, as referenced in the 2024 Operating Read More...

Council Decisions: March 26, 2024

Wednesday, March 27, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the March 26, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Now Accepting Applications for 2024 ALUS Funding

Tuesday, March 19, 2024

Rocky View County is currently accepting project applications for the Alternate Land Use Services (ALUS) program. These projects provide ecological goods and services such as cleaner water and air, flood control and water retention, carbon sequestration, increased biodiversity including wildlife and Read More...

Nominations Now Open for 2024 Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame

Monday, March 18, 2024

The Alberta Agriculture Hall of Fame was created in 1951 to recognize individuals on a biennial cycle who have made significant contributions to the agriculture and food industry and to the development and sustainability of rural life in Alberta.Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation ceremonially Read More...

Council Decisions: March 12, 2024

Wednesday, March 13, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the March 12, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Rocky View County and the City of Airdrie sign Inaugural Master Shared Services Agreement  

Tuesday, March 5, 2024

Rocky View County and the City of Airdrie have taken a significant step forward in enhancing inter-municipal collaboration with the approval of a Master Shared Services Agreement (MSSA).Representatives from both Councils jointly signed this agreement today, marking a positive milestone in a Read More...

Council Decisions: February 27, 2024

Wednesday, February 28, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the February 27, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Council Decisions: February 13

Wednesday, February 14, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the February 13, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Council Decisions: January 23, 2024

Wednesday, January 24, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the January 23, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

Nominations Open for the 2024 Rocky View County’s Master Farm Family Award 

Tuesday, January 23, 2024

Rocky View County’s Agricultural Service Board is looking for nominations for this year’s Master Farm Family Award. Rocky View’s Master Farm Family Award was founded in 1989 and recognizes a ranch or farm family for their achievements in technical farm production, sustainability practices, team farm Read More...

Council Decisions: January 9, 2024

Thursday, January 11, 2024

Here is a summary of the decisions of Rocky View County Council at the January 9, 2024 Council Meeting. This is a general overview of decisions only. Details of the agenda items can be found in the meeting’s agenda and details on the specifics of the decisions can be found in the minutes of this Read More...

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