During the October 26, 2021 Organizational Meeting, Lacombe County Councillors took the Oath of Office following the Municipal Election on October 18, 2021.

Lacombe County Council appointed Division 3 Councillor Barb Shepherd as Lacombe County Reeve. Councillor Shepherd assumed the Reeve’s Chair after taking the Oath of Office from County Manager Tim Timmons.

“I want to thank my fellow councillors for appointing me as Lacombe County Reeve. There are many changes to our Council following the election, and I’m looking forward to working with both new and familiar faces to lead Lacombe County forward,” said Reeve Shepherd. “The previous Council left us with a strong foundation to build on as we tackle the challenges and opportunities ahead of us.”

Following her appointment, Lacombe County Council appointed Division 1 Councillor John Ireland as Deputy Reeve for a two-year term.

Below are the official results of Lacombe County’s 2021 Municipal Election. The results of the referendum vote and senate election will be released on October 26, 2021 at https://www.elections.ab.ca/.

**indicates the successful candidate

For more information, please contact:

Michelle Eadie
Returning Officer
Lacombe County                                            

403-505-8133

Alberta Transportation is conducting a planning study to examine twinning the 41-kilometre section of Highway 11 between Highway 22 and Township Road 390 (east of Benalto).

Highway 11 is an important route for the movement of people, goods, and services. It connects national parks and communities with over 5,000 residents, including Red Deer, Sylvan Lake and Rocky Mountain House.

CIMA Canada Inc. (CIMA+) will conduct the functional planning study on behalf of Alberta Transportation.
For more information about the study and public information sessions where you can provide feedback on the alternatives and proposed plans, please visit:

• https://www.alberta.ca/highway-11-from-highway-22-to-township-road-390.aspx

PROPOSED LEASE AGREEMENT WITH LACOMBE FISH & GAME ASSOCIATION FOR BURBANK CAMPGROUND

For Lacombe County to enter into a 20-year lease agreement with Lacombe Fish and Game Association on Lot 2MR, Block 1, Plan 802 1368 (13-39-27-W4) and Lot 3MR, Block 1, Plan 912 2491 (13-39-27-W4) located at the Burbank Campground.

How do I comment?

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed lease agreement will have an opportunity to do so at a public hearing. If you are unable to attend the hearing, written submissions can be made to the County. You will, however, need to ensure that your comments are received by the County prior to the date of the hearing.