Smith outlines UCP vision at Chamber luncheon
Premier Danielle Smith says Alberta would only intervene in exceptional cases to nullify local bylaws amid Calgary zoning debate. Medicine Hat plans similar land-use changes but will press ahead with other funding, while Calgary faces federal housing funds and a weeklong public hearing on development shifts. Municipal Affairs Minister McIver signals review under Bill 20 as Smith highlights guard rails for provincial intervention.
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Water conservation plan aims for voluntary cover to drought
Medicine Hat moves to cut water use as drought looms. Phase one urges residents to limit lawn watering to three times weekly for up to 60 minutes daily. If goals aren’t met, phase two imposes mandatory limits of 30 minutes per day. Golf courses, using separate licences, will be contacted to help reach regional targets.
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Alberta to amend bill giving cabinet power over local bylaws
The Alberta government plans changes to a bill that would allow Premier Danielle Smith and cabinet to overturn municipal bylaws fire mayors and councillors. Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver says reforms will clarify when cabinet can override local governments and limit use to last resort in shared areas like health care education economy and public safety. He did not provide specifics and will consult municipalities to finalize details.
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