Title
Bylaw 2026-34 - Rescinding Bylaw 2018-15 - Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework Between Parkland County and Lac Ste. Anne County and Resolution to Opt Out of Intermunicipal Framework with Lac Ste. Anne County
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2026-34 receive first reading.
2. That Bylaw 2026-34 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw 2026-34 be presented at this meeting for third reading.
4. That Bylaw 2026-34 receive third and final reading.
5. That Parkland County, pursuant to section 708.28 of the Municipal Government Act (MGA), agrees to opt-out of forming an Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) with Lac Ste. Anne County.
Body
Recommendation by Administration
Administration supports the proposed motions.
Purpose
To repeal Bylaw 2018-15 dissolving the Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework (ICF) between Parkland County and Lac Ste. Anne County, and to formally acknowledge that both municipalities have agreed not to establish a future ICF between them.
Summary
Under the Municipal Government Act (MGA), municipalities are required to establish Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks (ICFs) with neighboring municipalities to coordinate the delivery and funding of shared services and infrastructure. However, amendments made to the MGA in 2025 allow rural municipalities to opt out of these requirements where intermunicipal services are being effectively addressed through other means. This exemption does not extend to ICFs with non-rural municipalities, and those remain required under the MGA.
Following a review of all existing agreements between Parkland County and Lac Ste. Anne County, both municipalities have mutually determined that an ICF is not required at this time. There are few services provided jointly between the municipalities. Resident needs are adequately met through existing service delivery arrangements and no additional shared service agreements are required at this time.
Background:
- Parkland County has 13 ICFs (including Lac Ste...
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