Public Engagement | Lacombe County

Lacombe County believes that its success lies with the people and businesses that it serves. We see the value in engaging the public through a variety of mediums and are committed to open, accountable and responsive decision making, including different levels of engagement with the public as outlined in this policy. Lacombe County believes that meaningful public participation on different levels is crucial to communications between the municipality and the public, as well as the success of the County as a whole.

Policy AD (40) Public Participation Policy speaks to the level of public participation and engagement opportunities coming from Lacombe County around the issues of proposed applications, plans, bylaws, projects, studies, arising issues, and other initiatives that may have an impact on the public in the County. This policy establishes a consistent approach for public participation in Lacombe County’s municipal decision-making. The policy ensures that participation opportunities are clear, accessible, appropriate, and that feedback is considered in a transparent and accountable manner.

Participation Policy for the Public

Upcoming Public Engagement Opportunities

Apr 09
Public Hearing | Ponoka County Intermunicipal Development Plan Rescindment 9:00 AM
Lacombe County is hosting a Public Hearing for the Rescindment of the Ponoka County/Lacombe County Intermunicipal Development Plan, and we encourage you to provide your input.

The Plan was created at a time when all municipalities were required to adopt Intermunicipal Development Plans by the Municipal Government Act. However, The Municipal Government Act requirement for municipalities with shared boundaries to adopt an Intermunicipal Development Plan no longer exists, and the bylaw to rescind the plan is an effort to reduce red tape to development in the County.

Anyone wishing to comment on the rescindment of the Plan will have an opportunity to so at the public hearing.

For more information on the Plan rescindment, please visit www.lacombecounty.com/ponokacountyIDP
Apr 09
PUBLIC HEARING | Updates to the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw 9:15 AM
Bylaws No. 1453/26 & 1454/26

Lacombe County reviews the Municipal Development Plan and Land Use Bylaw each year to ensure the documents continue to support our community’s vision. If you are a County landowner, resident, or business, we encourage you to participate in the upcoming PUBLIC HEARING and provide feedback on the proposed changes.

A Public Hearing presents the proposed bylaw and gives members of the public an opportunity to speak to Council about it and provide input before adoption. Your input is valued and encouraged.

Anyone wishing to comment on the proposed bylaw changes will have an opportunity to do so at the Public Hearing.

The Public Hearing will take place on Thursday, April 9, 2026 at 9:15 AM.

Participate in the public hearing to voice your opinion. There are 3 ways you can provide input!

1️⃣ You can participate in-person at the Lacombe County Council Chamber

2️⃣ You can attend and speak virtually through Zoom or by phone

3️⃣ You can provide written comments to Planning Services prior to April 9, 2026.

All submissions will be public information.

For more information and details on how you can participate, please visit www.lacombecounty.com/annualreview

You can also see the status of Lacombe County projects or access surveys that are underway on the Current Planning Projects page.

If there are no events listed above, then there are no engagement opportunities happening at this time Lacombe County. Click on the link below to see the status of our Current Planning Projects.

Current Planning Projects status/information

Latest Public Engagement News

The Great Twine Round-Up Contest returns to Alberta with $12,000 in Prizes
Cleanfarms—in partnership with the Agricultural Plastics Recycling Group (APRG) —is excited to kick-off the second edition of The Great Twine Round-Up contest for Alberta farmers and ranchers. Starting January 19, 2026, Albertans are encouraged to bring in bags of clean, used plastic baler twine for recycling, to earn a chance at winning one of four $3,000 cash prizes for their local 4-H club or Alberta-based ag charity of choice.

Jan 27, 2026
VOTE | Municipal Elections are on October 20
Lacombe County residents will head to the polls this fall as part of Alberta’s municipal election on Monday, October 20, 2025.

Oct 14, 2025
BOARD MEMBERS WANTED | Now Accepting Applications: SDAB & ARB Members
Lacombe County is currently accepting applications for the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB) and the Assessment Review Board (ARB). These boards are vital to ensuring fair and independent decision-making on matters such as development, subdivisions, stop orders, and property assessment complaints.

Oct 03, 2025

Government of Alberta Public Engagement Opportunities

The Government of Alberta has a variety of public engagement opportunities, to help shape the future of government policies, programs and services.

Access Government of Alberta Public Engagement Opportunities

Lacombe County will promote and communicate opportunities for public engagement in a manner they feel most appropriate to the type and level of engagement. This can include a combination of the following:

County News
Website
Social Media (Facebook / Instagram / Twitter)
Radio
Direct Mail / flyers
Local newspaper advertising
Surveys