Title
Bylaw 2021-20 - 2022 Fees and Charges
Proposed Motions
1. That Bylaw 2021-20 receive first reading.
2. That Bylaw 2021-20 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw 2021-20 be presented at this meeting for third reading.
4. That Bylaw 2021-20 receive third and final reading.
5. That Council approve authorization of electronic signature for Bylaw 2021-20 in accordance with Section 213 of the Municipal Government Act.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motions.
Purpose
Administration recommends that all fees and charges be approved by bylaw to provide a consistent approach and eliminate distinguishing between fees that can be imposed by resolution, and those fees that must be imposed by bylaw.
Summary
All user fees are reviewed and updated on an annual basis by the department responsible for administrating the fee as part of the budget process. This annual review ensures that fees are consistent with changes to services levels, delivery methodology and all costs associated with delivering a particular service. Brand new fees or charges have been added if applicable and obsolete ones have been removed
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.
Financial Impact Estimate:
No significant impac