Parkland County received $29.9 million from the federal government for key projects. The funding will allocate $17.5 million to upgrade Wabamun’s wastewater systems & its waterfront & $12.4 million to upgrade Acheson's intersections.
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We are excited to share our 2024 State of the County video, which debuted at the annual State of the Region event on Friday, March 15, hosted by the Greater Parkland Regional Chamber of Commerce. Join us as we reflect on 2023 & share about the year ahead: https://t.co/XqhCMzHCDU
Council has approved the 2024 operational & capital budget, keeping tax increases low while continuing to maintain service levels & fund important investments in regional growth & infrastructure with a 2.9% increase to the municipal tax rate. Read more: https://t.co/bEJPeVU8Qk
The Rural Municipalities of Alberta have passed a resolution brought forward by Parkland County for the province to create a long-term strategy for the management of large wildland fires outside of Alberta’s Forest Protection Areas. Read more: https://t.co/MOsaZQlxCx
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Parkland County is bringing forward a resolution to the Rural Municipalities of Alberta for the province to create a long-term strategy for the management of large wildland fires outside of Alberta’s Forest Protection Areas. Read more here: https://t.co/KK67MZhnIF
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How are YOU enjoying this beautiful weather? ☀️ Whether it's on the lake, biking the trails or catching a sunset - we hope you're giving yourself time to get out & explore. Searching for a spot to visit? Check out one of our parks, trails or natural areas: https://t.co/m7i6yD7umR
Working in the yard this weekend? Our Fire Chiefs have some tips to help keep your home protected from wildfire using the FireSmart program.
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RR70 Wildfire Update
Thanks to the hard work of our fire crews the RR 70 fire is now Being Held.
The State of Local Emergency that was declared on April 29, 2023 has been lifted, the Hazard level is now Fire Restriction and the OHV/ATV ban is also lifted. https://t.co/6fMif3FTwx
After a long week, our fire crews remain dedicated to battling the fire and protecting structures in the evacuation zone.
We are grateful for those who came to help - on front lines, behind the scenes & in the community, We appreciate all the support offered and received.
WILDFIRE UPDATE
May 3 @ 10:45am
The evacuation order is being lifted at 11:00 a.m. for all remaining residents. It is now safe for everyone to return home. Hwy 16 & 22 are open. Visit https://t.co/6fMif3FTwx for more information.
WILDFIRE UPDATE (1/2)
Thanks to the hard work of our fire crews, today we were able to send the residents of Entwistle back to their homes. Efforts continue around the clock to get all remaining residents home safely.
With strong winds this afternoon, fire crews are doing their best to manage the wildfire. Please see the link below for a statement from Parkland County Fire Chief Brian Cornforth & Mayor Allan Gamble regarding the Rge Rd 70 Wildfire.
Read more: https://t.co/zpVL4cAVvD
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Commute locally with on-demand transit! Book right away or up to one week in advance and travel between Stony Plain, Spruce Grove, Parkland Village and/or Acheson with ease. Tested by Mayor Gamble himself. 🚐
Learn more at https://t.co/mMXJVH0yRZ.
It's International Women’s Day! Pictured here is Shaylene Mills receiving her firefighter badge from her daughter Arlee. Mills was a stay-at-home mom & joined the Fire Services team to show her daughter that she can achieve anything. This year, 6/12 fire recruits were women.
Another exciting announcement that the County has advocated for: the Government of Alberta is committing $60 million for the twinning and rail grade separation of Highway 60 in Acheson.
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Exciting news from Acheson today! The Government of Alberta has announced $22.2 million to improve the safety of Hwy 16A & Rge Rd 20. This is a great example of how residents & elected officials can work together to achieve important goals. Read more:
https://t.co/jqtiXN6WEq
Last night we celebrated our Fire Services Recruit Graduation! Parkland County is grateful for your sacrifice and commitment to keeping our community safe. Welcome to the Fire Services team, we are lucky to have you.
Coming soon to your mailbox... Your Parkland, a quarterly newsletter designed to help keep our residents engaged and informed on County news, updates and more. The first edition is making its way to all Parkland County addresses – be sure to keep an eye out!
ALUS Parkland helped @ParklandCounty win an award for Natural Asset Management!
Restoring upstream wetlands can reduce water flows to roadways by up to 23% during severe storms. ALUS farmers benefit municipalities.
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