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County of Vermilion River and City of Lloydminster Propose Land Annexation
Share County of Vermilion River and City of Lloydminster Propose Land Annexation on Facebook Share County of Vermilion River and City of Lloydminster Propose Land Annexation on Twitter Share County of Vermilion River and City of Lloydminster Propose Land Annexation on Linkedin Email County of Vermilion River and City of Lloydminster Propose Land Annexation linkLloydminster AB/SK – The County of Vermilion River and the City of Lloydminster have been collaboratively working toward a development strategy to support the future growth and sustainability of the region.
With consideration to recent and historical population growth within the City of Lloydminster, a proposal that would see the City of Lloydminster annex rural land adjacent to the City’s Alberta provincial boundaries has been developed.
County of Vermilion River and City of Lloydminster residents, land and business owners, and stakeholders are encouraged to attend one of the drop-in open houses facilitated by City and County administrative representatives and annexation consultants.
Thursday, August 15, 2019
5-8 p.m.
Hampton Inn Lloydminster
8288 44 Street, Lloydminster, ABTuesday, September 10, 2019
5-8 p.m.
Blackfoot Community Hall
50 Avenue, Blackfoot, ABThe open houses are facilitated by City and County administrative representatives and annexation consultants who will record your comments and answer questions.
This is a proposed annexation plan and has not been approved by either municipal council.
For more information, visit lloydminster.ca/annexation and vermilion-river.com.
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Media Contacts:
Jessica Latchuk
Coordinator, Community Engagement
City of Lloydminster
P: 780-875-6184 Ext. 2322
E: jlatchuk@lloydminster.caLeo Paré
Director, Communications
City of Lloydminster
P: 780-875-6184 Ext. 2711
E: lpare@lloydminster.caCorinne McGirr
Coordinator, Community Development
County of Vermilion River
P: 780-846-2244
E: cmcgirr@county24.com -
City of Lloydminster and County of Vermilion River Adopt Joint Regional Growth Study
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Lloydminster, AB/SK – The City of Lloydminster and the County of Vermilion River are advancing mutual long-term land planning with the approval of a new Joint Regional Growth Study (JRGS).
During their respective Council meetings earlier this week, both Councils voted to adopt the 2019 JRGS, a guiding document that includes beneficial growth scenario, informed by comprehensive planning and technical analysis, for the area in and around the City of Lloydminster.
“Both our municipalities are looking at a 35-year horizon and determining how we might best position ourselves for effective residential, commercial and industrial growth,” said Mayor Gerald Aalbers. “The extraordinary spirit of collaboration among leaders at the City and the County has been beneficial to this process and we look forward to continuing a productive dialogue with our municipal neighbours.”
County of Vermilion River Reeve Dale Swyripa said residents, landowners and other key stakeholder within the proposed growth areas will have opportunity to participate in conversation around annexation and municipal development.
Over the next three months, the City and County will provide an opportunity for the public to engage with Councillors and Administration regarding growth for both municipalities.
“The overarching goal of everyone involved in this process is to set the stage for sustainable, mutually beneficial growth that enhances quality of life for current and future residents of this region,” said Reeve Swyripa. “Everyone at the table acknowledges the respective growth needs and are working collaboratively to accommodate strategic, achievable growth scenarios.”
The approved JRGS document may be viewed at www.lloydminster.ca or www.vermilion-river.com.
Background
The City of Lloydminster and the County of Vermilion Rover have been working toward a JRGS since 2015 through the Intermunicipal Annexation Negotiation Committee (INAC).
In April 2019, both City and County Councils approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Collaborative Intermunicipal Development Services, which allows for development to occur on lands located in the previously approved Intermunicipal Development Plan Area (IDP). Within the MOU, the County has agreed to support the future annexation of developmental lands in exchange for the City providing utility servicing. Each party also committed to further discussion on a new IDP and development of an Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework agreement.
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Leo Paré
Director, Communications
P: 780-875-6184 Ext.2711
E: lpare@lloydminster.caCorinne McGirr
Community Development Coordinator
P: 780-846-2244
E: cmcgirr@county24.com
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City of Lloydminster and Country of Vermilion River Collaborate to Advance Regional Growth and Opportunity
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Lloydminster, AB/SK – A new agreement between the City of Lloydminster and the County of Vermilion River will help pave the way for long-term regional growth and attraction of new economic prospects.
During their respective Council meetings on Monday, April 8, 2019, both City and County Councils approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Collaborative Intermunicipal Development Services, which allows for development to occur on lands located in the previously approved Intermunicipal Development Plan Area (IDP).
“As the City and County consider growth and development needs over the next several years, it is important our respective plans are harmonious and non-obstructive,” said Mayor Gerald Aalbers. “Our mutual adoption of this MOU – and earlier IDP – demonstrate a genuine commitment to creating fair and equitable growth plans of regional benefit.”
Within the MOU, the County has agreed to support the future annexation of developmental lands in exchange for the City providing utility servicing. Each party also committed to further discussion on a new IDP and development of an Intermunicipal Collaboration Framework agreement.
County of Vermilion River Reeve Dale Swyripa said the framework established through the MOU ensures the interests of both parties will be considered in future land deliberations.
“Both parties have come to the table in the spirit of fairness and cooperation, which allows for more expedient, effective growth and development,” said Reeve Swyripa. “As we seek ways to bolster our local economy, it is important municipal neighbours work together to remove and mitigate barriers to new investment.”
Background
The IDP was created in 2008 with the purpose of establishing a regional framework for attracting economic opportunities, managing land use, subdivision and development of lands identified in the IDP and identifying future areas for expansion of the City.
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Media Contacts:
Leo Paré Director, Communications
P: 780-875-6184 Ext.2711
E: lpare@lloydminster.caCorinne McGirr
Community Development Coordinator
P: 780-846-2244
E: cmcgirr@county24.com
