Prentice calls early Alberta election for May 5
Premier Jim Prentice dropped the writ and set Alberta provincial elections for May 5 saying tough choices and a realistic plan are needed. He outlined tax and fee increases and public-service cuts to close a projected 5 billion deficit this year and a 30 billion debt by decade's end. The PCs hold 70 of 87 seats as observers say the election is theirs to lose. the party has won 12 consecutive majorities.
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Medicine Hat cries foul over flood funding in election tension
City officials urge province to include Medicine Hat in flood mitigation funding as $68 million provincial grants are announced for water projects across Alberta. The delay leaves the city using reserves to cover a shortfall while a $53 million berm and dike plan awaits funds. Local MLAs and candidates question timing and political motives.
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Neighbour consent defeats city egg coop plan
Urban egg production was rejected 4-4 as councillors split over neighbour veto. Some argued only neighbour approval would ease smell and noise fears, while others urged staff to judge merits and allow a later reconsideration. CLUCK supporters backed the project amid ongoing municipal debate.
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