Title
PUBLIC HEARING - 10:30 a.m.
Proposed Road Closure Bylaw 2017-20.
Proposed Motion
That Bylaw 2017-20 receive first reading.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
To close a portion of road allowance for the purpose of sale and consolidation into adjacent lands.
Summary
This closure application has been made by TransAlta Corporation and allows for the closure of undeveloped sections of Township Road 534, as identified in Bylaw 2017-20.These road allowances are located within the Whitewood mine area and are a part of TransAlta's reclamation plans for the area. TransAlta's intent is to close the undeveloped road allowances and consolidate them into adjacent parcels. By doing this, TransAlta will be able to establish larger connected parcels for future agricultural purposes.
An internal Parkland County circulation plus notification to Alberta Transportation and Alberta Environment & Parks has been completed with no concerns identified.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications
This request complies with Section 22 (4) and Section 606 of the MGA as well as County's
Road Allowance and Diversions - Sales, Lease or Permitting Policy EN 009.
Financial Impact:
Revenue: Market value for the sale of the road allowances plus additional property tax revenue.
Source of Funding: N/A