Council Highlights provide a summary of key discussions and decisions from Camrose County Council meetings. The strategic priority tags included throughout these highlights show how Council’s work supports the goals identified in the County’s Strategic Plan.
Learn more about the County’s Strategic Plan.
Administration Update
Administration began 2027 budget preparations and participated in the County’s external health and safety audit. Work also included preparation of a local improvement plan and responding to ratepayer concerns.
County staff also took part in an annual training day focused on employee benefits, health, safety, and team development.
Strategic Priorities: Governance | Social & Community
Animal Shelter Funding Request
Council received a presentation from the Camrose & Area Animal Shelter requesting $1,500 per month ($18,000 annually) from Camrose County to support shelter operations and services.
The Shelter shared information on its current services and funding. Council referred the County funding request to 2027 budget deliberations for consideration.
Strategic Priorities: Social & Community | Governance
Ferintosh Lagoon Local Improvement Plan
Council gave first reading to Bylaw 1595, beginning the local improvement process to help fund the planned rehabilitation of the Ferintosh wastewater lagoon.
The project is estimated at approximately $3.98 million. The County is applying for provincial funding that, if approved, would cover 75% of eligible project costs. A local improvement levy is being considered as a way to fund the remaining costs associated with the project.
Affected landowners will receive information on the proposed Local Improvement Plan and will have 30 days to submit a petition. An open house will also be held in Ferintosh on October 15 to provide residents with project information and an opportunity to ask questions.
Strategic Priorities: Infrastructure | Governance | Environment
Round Hill Lagoon Maintenance Approved
Council approved $110,000 from the Sewer Reserve to remove accumulated sludge from the Round Hill wastewater lagoon ahead of planned rehabilitation work this fall.
Removing the sludge will reduce the risk of wastewater flow restrictions, provide better access for construction, and help ensure the wastewater system continues to operate reliably while the lagoon upgrades are completed.
Strategic Priorities: Infrastructure | Environment
Support for Regional Tourism
Council approved a letter of support for the Go East Regional Tourism Organization’s application to the 2027 Travel Alberta Rural Development and Promotion Fund.
The funding would support continued tourism development and promotion across the region, helping attract visitors and showcase rural communities, businesses, and attractions.
Council also accepted Go East’s correspondence regarding its application to become a provincially recognized Destination Marketing Organization (DMO) for information.
Strategic Priorities: Economic Resiliency | Social & Community
Provincial School Championships Supported
Council approved $1,500 sponsorships for both Bashaw School and Bawlf School to support upcoming provincial high school championships.
Bashaw School will host the 2026 Senior Girls 1A Provincial Volleyball Championship, while Bawlf School will host the 2027 1A Boys Basketball Provincial Championship.
These events bring athletes, families, and visitors from across Alberta to local communities while providing opportunities for rural youth to compete and participate close to home.
Strategic Priorities: Social & Community | Economic Resiliency
Support for Little Beaver Hi-U Centre
Council approved a letter of support for the Little Beaver Hi-U Centre’s grant application to replace its entrance stairs.
The project will improve safe access to this important Ferintosh-area community gathering place, particularly for seniors and residents with mobility challenges.
Strategic Priorities: Social & Community
Reeve’s Report
The Reeve represented Camrose County at Council and Municipal Planning Commission meetings, met with staff regarding resident concerns, and attended the Camrose Police Service Change of Command ceremony, recognizing the transition from outgoing Chief Dean LaGrange to incoming Chief John Corbett.
The Reeve was also selected to serve on the Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) Justice Committee, providing an opportunity to represent rural perspectives on justice and policing issues at the provincial level.
Strategic Priorities: Governance | Social & Community
More Information
For more information on items discussed at the Council Meeting, please review the full Meeting Agenda.
These highlights are provided for information purposes only and are not an official record of the meeting. Official meeting minutes will be available following approval by Council at a subsequent meeting.
