Posts by Town of Strathmore

Image of the number 20, Strathmore Aquatic Centre cElebrating two decades

Strathmore, Alberta - September 20, 2023 - On September 15, the Alberta Emergency Management Agency (AEMA) requested assistance with the firefighting efforts in Hay River, NWT. The Strathmore Fire Department has responded by deploying a type 6 Engine (Bush Truck) and 3 personnel. 

Strathmore, Alberta - June 2, 2023 - Strathmore’s deployed fire crews and equipment returned this past weekend from assisting with the wildfires burning in east-central Alberta. They were just in time to swap out with fresh equipment and personnel who are traveling to Fort Chipewyn to assist with an out-of-control wildfire in the area.

The ParticipACTION Community Challenge helps everyone enjoy the many physical and mental benefits of getting active together!

This national initiative encourages everyone in Canada to get active throughout June, ultimately recognizing Canada’s Most Active Community and awarding it with $100,000 to support local physical activity and sport initiatives. Anyone can participate in the ParticipACTION Community Challenge by downloading and tracking their movement in the free ParticipACTION app from June 1-30, or by joining local activities. 

Wednesday May 17, 2023

In attendance: Mayor Fule, Deputy Mayor Wegener, Councillor Langmaid, Councillor Peterson, Councillor Mitzner, Councillor Montgomery, Councillor Wiley

At least evening’s Council Meeting, Council scheduled a Public Hearing for a Land Use Amendment regarding affordable housing development and they passed the 2023 Property Tax Bylaw.

Wednesday May 10, 2023

In attendance: Mayor Fule, Deputy Mayor Wegener, Councillor Langmaid, Councillor Peterson, Councillor Mitzner, Councillor Montgomery, Councillor Wiley

At least evening’s Committee of the Whole Meeting Council discussed their procedural bylaw, had a first look at the 2024 budgeting process and reviewed options for the for $198,000 increase in municipal tax revenue.

Wheatland County, Alberta | March 4, 2023 - Uniting resources ensures a strong, coordinated regional response to emergencies. The Wheatland Regional Emergency Management Partnership (WREMP) was established approximately two years ago to coordinate emergency prevention, planning, mitigation, response, and recovery in the Wheatland County area. The partnership includes Wheatland County, the Town of Strathmore, the Village of Hussar, the Village of Standard, the Village of Rockyford and now, the City of Chestermere.

Wednesday May 3, 2023

In attendance: Mayor Fule, Deputy Mayor Wegener, Councillor Langmaid, Councillor Peterson, Councillor Mitzner, Councillor Montgomery, Councillor Wiley

At last evening’s Council Meeting, Council reviewed a summary of initiatives related to their Strategic Plan and invited everyone to join them at Coffee with Council on May 12, at 9am!

October 17, 2023 | The Fire Advisory for the Town of Strathmore has been removed. There are currently no fire bans or advisories in place. 

August 21, 2023 | Due to extended dry and warm conditions, the Town of Strathmore has been placed under a Fire Ban - Advisory effective on August 21, 2023.

STRATHMORE, ALBERTA | April 20, 2023 – Strathmore’s Strategic Plan is a collaborative effort that is led by Council’s vision and is reflective of administrative staff contributions. The Strategic Plan is produced at the start of each Council's term. Following an annual review of the Strategic Plan, Council ratified a couple minor amendments to the Town’s Strategic Plan.