Title
Spruce Grove Gun Club Range
Proposed Motion(s)
That Council support Inspector Graham's recommendations for the Spruce Grove Gun Club range to temporarily cease long gun discharges at this range (allowing handguns to continue) for the purpose of securing public safety and peace of mind for the residents around this range, allow time for all key stakeholders to review the safety procedures, design and use of the range, gather pertinent information from community members and allow for informed decisions about permits and operational parameters for the range, and have Parkland County host a meeting where the community members and all key stakeholders meet together to find solutions that work for all.
Body
Administration Recommendation(s)
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
To provide immediate public safety and piece of mind while range operations, procedures and design are reviewed, and meet with community members and key stakeholders to find solutions that work for all.
Summary
The Spruce Grove Gun Club range is located north of Highway 16 on Range Road 540. An incident recently occurred where a County resident is alleging that a errant round from a rifle left the range and lodged in side of their house. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) have investigated that incident with Inspector Graham recommending that Council support the interim measures identified above to provide public safety and piece of mind while reviews are completed and solutions are identified.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications (As Required)
Council supports their Quality of Life goal to have Parkland County be a diverse and inclusive community that will balance the needs of its residents and provide a choice of lifestyles in a harmonious and safe environment.
Financial Impact:
Cost: None.
Source of Funding: N/A
Other (As Required)
Provides public safety and piece of mind while possible solutions are identified.