" Kneehill County residents turned out to voice their opinions at two Integrated Community Sustainability Plan meetings held at Huxley and Swalwell Community Halls on August 31st and September 2nd (respectively).
An Integrated Community Sustainability Plan (ICSP) is a Federal and Provincial initiative that encourages municipalities to indentify long-term community objectives and goals. This overarching community plan is designed to maximize economic and social benefits without over-burdening community resources . These objectives and goals are evaluated with the five factors or "pillars" of sustainability (Environment, Economic, Social, Cultural and Governance) in mind.
The ICSP will demonstrate to the Federal and Alberta governments that the County has considered the five pillars of sustainability when formulating plans -- that while continuing to promote prosperity the County ensures that it is environmentally responsible and protective of community resources.
An added feature of having an ICSP is access to government grants that support municipal infrastructure through the Gas Tax Fund (GTF).
County residents attending the Open Houses were given a questionnaire to gauge their views and give input on a variety of sustainability issues. Several attendees requested that other County residents should also be given the opportunity to give their opinions. To accomplish this the County is distributing the questionnaire to those who were unable to attend but would also like to participate in the process.
Please find below links to the questionnaire, as well, the presentation (with speaking notes) distributed at the Open Houses. Completed questionnaires should be forwarded to the County Office via email, fax, mail or in-person by September 15, 2010. The information will be compiled with other data and combined into a single document for Council to review.
Thank you for your participation in the ICSP process.
100% - Buffalo Jump Road (TWP 34-4, From Hwy 21 East to RR 22-0)
100% - Linden East (TWP 30-4, From Hwy 806 West to County Border)
100% - Linden West (TWP 30-4, From Town of Linden border East to Hwy 21)
75% - Airport Road (RR 23-4, From Hwy 583 South to Airport)
75% - Allingham Road (TWP 32-0, From intersection of Hwy 583 West to County border)
75% - Hastie/Gorr Road (RR 25-0, From Hwy 587 South to Hwy 583)
75% - Linden Home Road ( RR 25-4, from TWP 30-4 North to TWP 31-0) 75% - PBI Road (RR 24-0, From Town of Three Hills North to TWP 32-2)
75% – RR 25-3, From TWP 30-4 North to TWP 31-0)
75% - Wimborne Gas Plant Road (Hwy 587 South 2 miles on 26-1 to Hwy 805 East 1 mile on 34-0)
Kneehill County is proud to present this information site to you and to welcome you to Kneehill County - a great place to live, work, and grow! Situated in the heart of central Alberta, Kneehill County is a progressive rural municipality comprised of approximately 814,653 acres of land and 1,915 kilometers of developed roads. The population is 5,218 and the annual budget is approximately $24 million. Agriculture remains the backbone of the local economy, complemented by a strong oil and gas industry. Within the Kneehill County boundaries there are 2 towns, 3 villages, and 6 hamlets.
Mission Statement
Kneehill County will serve, enhance and promote our community.
Vision Statement
Kneehill County is first and foremost a rural community that values safety and good government for our citizens. We will grow as a community by encouraging responsible development that supports resource-based economy. This means investing in and enhancing infrastructure and services. Through Council policy, our Administration will continue to promote enviromental responsibility, prosperity, and posotive relationships with our citizens, private sector and government partners.
Brief History
Municipal District No. 278 was established on January 1, 1944, with the first election being held on February 22, 1944, and the first Council meeting on March 7, 1944. The Municipal District No. 278 became the Municipal District of Kneehill No. 48 in March 1945. The municipality obtained its name from a group of hills which rise approximately 3,200 feet above sea level, and are located approximately 12 miles west of Three Hills, extending southeast through the County. These hills were named the "Knee Hills" by the Cree and Stony natives because of their shape. The municipality officially changed its name to Kneehill County on February 4, 1998
County Ratepayer Newsletter 2010
Road Closure 20100830 - TWP 33-4
