Title
Bylaw 2024-09 - Amending Bylaw 2023-11 - 2024 Fees and Charges
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2024-09 receive first reading.
2. That Bylaw 2024-09 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw 2024-09 be presented at this meeting for third reading.
4. That Bylaw 2024-09 receive third and final reading.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motions.
Purpose
To align Parkland County's 2024 Fees and Charges Bylaw with the Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw 2024-02 that was passed by Council under the major bylaw review project that imply penalties to be included in the 2024 Fees and Charges Bylaw 2023-11.
To add Schedule F.4 - Enforcement Services Bylaw 2024-02-Penalties.
Summary
Administration conducted a major bylaw review project in 2023. Administration presented for Council's approval: Responsible Pet Ownership Bylaw. The bylaw imposes penalties that need to be included in Bylaw 2023-11-2024 Fees and Charges.
By adding the penalties associated with the enforcement of Bylaw, it ensures that penalty amounts are reviewed annually.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
MGA s. 8(c) requires that fees for permits, licenses and approvals must be established by bylaw.
MGA s. 191 provides that the amendment or repeal of a bylaw must be made in the same way as the original bylaw.
Responsible Leadership: maintain the public's trust through transparent and fair decision-making, superior service delivery, and effective engagement.
Financial Impact Estimate:
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