February, 2013 AGM Presentation - Kananaskis Improvement District

Kananaskis Improvement District
Stakeholder Open House &
Annual General Meeting
February 5, 2013
Wildflower Room Mount Kidd Manor,
Kananaskis Village
2010 – 2013 KID COUNCIL
Large Business
Councillor Dan DeSantis - Chair
2010 – 2013 KID COUNCIL
Non-Commercial Residents and Ratepayers
Councillor Bruce Lukey – Vice Chair
2010 – 2013 KID COUNCIL
Alberta-at-Large as a Citizen’s Representative
Councillor Jamie Tiessen
Councillor Susan Billington, QC
2010 – 2013 KID COUNCIL
Ratepayers from the Lower Kananaskis Lake
Cabin Subdivision
Councillor Arnold Hoffman
2010 – 2013 KID COUNCIL
Small Business
Position requires representation
VISION STATEMENT
Working together to sustain Kananaskis Country
as a destination that provides opportunities for a
diverse quality of life, as well as ensuring
Albertans and visitors can engage in a variety of
natural outdoor experiences.
MISSION STATEMENT
KID, in collaboration with its partners provides
effective and efficient local government and
municipal services.
CORE VALUES
Accountability – We are responsible for
our actions and for the effective governance
of our community.
CORE VALUES
Integrity - We behave ethically and are
open, honest and fair.
CORE VALUES
Respect – We foster an environment in
which each individual is valued and heard.
CORE VALUES
Excellence – We strive for excellence through
innovation and continuous improvement in the
provision of programs and services.
CORE VALUES
Collaboration – We seek opportunities to lead,
share knowledge and resources, and find financial
efficiencies to continually improve our community.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
KID is responsible to the Minister of Tourism,
Parks and Recreation, Hounorable Christine
Cusanelli. The portfolio of services provided by
KID as mandated through Ministerial Order 53/96
is diverse.
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Kananaskis Country Interdepartmental
Consultative Committee (KCICC)/ Kananaskis
Improvement District Working Group
Dan DeSantis
Jamie Tiessen
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Kananaskis Improvement District –
Land Use Order Subdivision and Development
Authority (SDA)
Dan DeSantis
Jamie Tiessen (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Assessment Review Board
Jamie Tiessen
Bruce Lukey (Alternate)
Bow Valley Regional Social Housing Board
Bruce Lukey
Arnold Hoffman (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Bow River Basin Council
Arnold Hoffman
Sheep River Watershed Management Committee
Arnold Hoffman
Jamie Tiessen (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Community Futures – Highwood
Susan Billington, QC
Arnold Hoffman (Alternate)
Marigold Library Board
Susan Billington, QC
Bruce Lukey (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
EPCOR Community Advisory Panel
Arnold Hoffman
Apply to be a potential member of the Community
Advisory Panel by emailing etproject@epcor.com
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
KID FireSmart Committee
Jamie Tiessen (Chair)
Bruce Lukey (Alternate)
Arnold Hoffman (Alternate)
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
Community Advisory Committee
Arnold Hoffman
Dan DeSantis (Alternate)
Bruce Lukey (Alternate)
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Effective Community Service
Council will communicate effectively, transparently and collaboratively with its
residents, ratepayers and visitors.
Council will be an advocate for residents, ratepayers and visitors within its
mandate of Business Management Services as outlined in Section 7;
OUTCOMES
• The KID Annual General Meeting was held February 15, 2012 in the
Kananaskis Village Centre
• The Jamie's Kids organization visited KESC and Boundary Ranch for the
annual wagon ride.
• A very successful Kananaskis Emergency Services Showcase event was
held on June 2, 2012.
• The Canada Day celebrations were very well attended at the Kananaskis
Village.
• At the Annual Firefighter of the Year dinner in December, David Gilhen was
named the 2012 KID Firefighter of the Year.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Prudent Financial Management
KID will provide mandated municipal services in an efficient and cost effective
manner;
KID will research, develop and participate in partnerships and programs that will
benefit and assist our community;
Council expects to be a collaborative party to financial decisions made by the
Government of Alberta that impacts the KID;
The Business and Strategic Plan will guide the budget process in the context of
current economic circumstances, assessment values and new development.
OUTCOMES
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The Budget and Audit Committee approved a $1,200 donation to Bow Valley Victim
Services Association and a $500 donation to the Bow River Basin Council.
Financial Statements for 2011 were completed, reviewed and approved by the Office
of the Alberta Auditor General. The Auditor General made no recommendations.
Council held its‟ 2012-2016 Business and Strategic Planning Session to set Goals &
Objectives for future years.
Transfer of fire dispatch services to Calgary‟s Public Safety Communications Centre
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Stewardship of Human Resources
Council will support relevant professional training and development of Council
members and staff;
Council will monitor and provide ongoing feedback to the Chief Administrative
Officer.
OUTCOMES
• Brent Lesiuk and Doug Noseworthy
hired as Station Officers to replace
2 vacant positions.
• Craig Halifax was hired as the new
Chief of Emergency Services
starting August 1, 2012.
• Gary Robertson hired as a Station
Officer.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Strong Leadership
Council and the Chief Administrative Officer will demonstrate commitment to
their values, mission and vision;
Council respects the diversity, opinion and experiences of others.
OUTCOMES
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The Lower Kananaskis Lakes Association held their AGM in August with
representation from Council and CAO.
Susan Billington, QC joined the KID Council as an Alberta-at-Large Representative.
The 2012 – 2016 Business and Strategic Plan was approved.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Environmental Sustainability
Council will demonstrate commitment to environmental stewardship and demonstrate
environmental leadership in the development and management of infrastructure and
program delivery.
OUTCOMES
Electronics Recycling Program
TV‟s, Computers, Monitors, Printers,
Laptops all received
2012 – 0.747 tonne of E-waste
Recycling Programs
Diverted over 28 tonnes of recyclable
material from landfill to be recycled into
new products
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Environmental Sustainability
Household Hazardous Waste Program
Flammables liquids, pesticides, waste vehicle oil, antifreeze
370 aerosol cans; 1,992L hazardous liquid (incl. oil); 149kg
hazardous solids; ~1,700 – 1lb propane tanks
Paint Recycling Program
All paints sold in containers from
100ml to 24 liters
1,527 L recycled
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Environmental Sustainability
Electronics Recycling Program
TV‟s, Computers, Monitors, Printers, Laptops all received
2012 – 0.747 tonne of E-waste
Propane Safety Education
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Enhancement of an ongoing and very
productive partnership with the Province
Council will operate efficiently, while working within our mandate;
Maintain and lead the KCICC/KID Working Group;
Communicate with and keep the Minister and local Member of
Legislative Assembly, informed;
Share information with Partners.
OUTCOMES:
• An annual business meeting with the Minister;
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met with Deputy Minister Brad Pickering on October 2, 2012
A clear understanding of decision making processes;
A clear understanding of Provincial expectations.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Sustain and Enhance our Quality of Life
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Pursue initiation of upgrades to the Kananaskis Emergency Services Centre;
Continuation of Alberta Health Services Ground Ambulance Service from the
Kananaskis Emergency Services Centre;
Pursue sustainable funding opportunities and Government of Alberta
partnerships for continuation of FireSmart initiatives;
Maintain solid waste management strategies;
Expand recycling systems and initiatives;
Identify opportunities for utilization of existing / future potable water supply and
wastewater treatment for use by ratepayers of the Lower Kananaskis Lakes
Subdivision;
Examine and promote energy and water conservation systems and initiatives;
Maintain and modernize Emergency Services Equipment;
Recruit an individual to coordinate and assist in the promotion of community
events;
Foster a business climate that encourages and supports tourism and outdoor
recreation opportunities.
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES
Sustain and Enhance our Quality of Life
OUTCOMES:
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Increased environmental responsibility and sustainability;
Infrastructure upgrades;
Innovative projects and increased communication with Partners and
stakeholders;
Ensure continuation and completion of FireSmart initiatives;
Decrease and divert garbage from landfill through recycling initiatives;
Availability of potable water supply and wastewater treatment opportunities;
Ongoing monitoring and strategic implementation of consumption-based
system for water and wastewater usage;
Increase in community events, involvement and support;
Enhanced long term tourism, investment and economic growth.
Financial Reserve Programs
Kananaskis Improvement District has established,
and contributes to, a comprehensive operating
reserve program and a comprehensive capital
reserve program to replace, restore and update
assets. In addition, Council is committed to
building a „Community Initiatives Fund‟.
KID GRANT PROGRAMS
• Federal Gas Tax Fund - $150,000 received
• AB Municipal Sustainability Initiative Capital ~
$134,183 received
PUBLIC WORKS
WATER
• Exercising 50% of
water valves and curb
stops throughout the
Evan Thomas System.
• Undertaking regular
reading on water
meters.
• Troubleshooting
potential water meter
issues with
residents/ratepayers.
WATER
Continued participation with Alberta Infrastructure
and EPCOR regarding the design and construction
of the Evan Thomas Water Treatment Plant and
distribution system (P3 Project).
SEWER
 Flushed, cleaned, camera inspected the remaining 40% of the Evan Thomas
collection system.
 Inspected and repaired all deficiencies to lift stations connected to the Evan
Thomas collection system.
SOLID WASTE & RECYCLING
Designed a new high volume, non
hydraulic garbage container to address
maintenance, handicap accessibility
and high use concerns. 2012 Pilot
implementation was successful
KID waste management contractor
removed approximately 800
tonnes of waste from the
Kananaskis Improvement District
ROADS
• Coordinated with Alberta
Transportation‟s service
provider Volker Stevin to
prioritize and undertake snow
plowing, guard rail
maintenance, pothole repair
and patching, crack sealing,
pavement overlays and line
painting.
ROADS
Light bulb and ballast repair /
replacement for street lighting in the
Kananaskis Village, Mt Kidd and Golf
Course subdivisions.
Commenced the LED street lighting retrofit throughout the
Evan Thomas area.
WEED CONTROL
Monitoring
• ACE Vegetation
undertook a noxious weed
inventory in 2012 and
provided a report which
outlines the priorities for
the 2013 spraying
program.
Control
• The 2011 ACE Vegetation
noxious weed report was
passed onto Alberta
Parks contractor
(DeAngelo Brothers) and
high priority areas were
sprayed in the spring and
summer of 2012.
KANANASKIS EMERGENCY
SERVICES
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Top 5 Emergency Events
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1817 Wildlife Reports and Actions
800 Assist Conservation Officer
337 Relay Information to Other Agency
290 Fire Action
185 EMS Action
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Community Initiatives
Paid-on-call Firefighter program
KID – Emergency Services would be unable to operate without the support of trained
firefighting personnel employed by the following businesses:
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Delta Lodge at Kananaskis
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RCR Nakiska Ski Resort
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KanAlta Golf Management
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Bow Valley Campgrounds
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Hostelling International
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Tourism Parks and Recreation
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Did you know that all KID Firefighters must reside within the KID boundaries?
EMERGENCY SERVICES
EMERGENCY SERVICES
2012 KES Emergency Showcase Day
EMERGENCY SERVICES
For additional information regarding
fire safety, community event
attendance or to join our
department call 591-7755.
In the event of Emergency Dial 911
EMS-FIRE-POLICE-PUBLIC SAFETY
COMMUNITY FIRESMART
INITIATIVE
KID FireSmart Committee
Committee Members
Jamie Tiessen – KID Council – (Chair)
Martin Corriveau – Emergency Services – (Recorder)
Craig Halifax – Emergency Services
Connie Nielson – Evan Thomas / Bow Valley Residents
Jon Jorgenson – ESRD Fish and Wildlife
Kevin Topolnicki – ESRD Forestry Division
Rod Gow – Tourism, Parks and Recreation
Derek Small – Lower Lake / Pocaterra Residents
Rick Arthur – ESRD Forestry Division
Stew Walkinshaw – Montane Forest Management Ltd.
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
KID FireSmart Committee
KID FireSmart program partners.
AB Environment & Sustainable Resource Development,
Forestry Division
AB Sustainable Resource Development, Fish and Wildlife
AB Tourism, Parks and Recreation, Parks Division
Lower Kananaskis Lake Cabin Association
Kananaskis Country Businesses and
Facility Operators.
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
2012 FireSmart Grant Programs
ESRD Community FireSmart Grant Program
• KID awarded $50,000.00 FireSmart Community Grant to complete
work at Camp Adventure and Camp Cadicasu in the Sibbald
(Hwy 68) area. Work will commence in 2013.
KID recognizes Montane Forest Management Ltd.
• Mr. Stew Walkinshaw is recognized by the KID Council for his
continued support and dedication to the KID FireSmart Program.
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
2012 FireSmart Program
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
Community Futures Highwood
• The organization‟s primary role is to promote small business growth,
generate jobs and build the capacity of regional communities to
initiate and implement strategic development for a sustainable future.
• Shareholder Communities MD of Foothills, MD of Willow Creek,
Vulcan County, Kananaskis Improvement District and the Towns of
Okotoks, High River, Black Diamond, Turner Valley, Nanton and
Vulcan.
• Okotoks Full Service Resources Center.
• Our goal is to actively encourage and promote that Community
Futures programs and services are available to our Community.
• Community Futures Highwood held
it‟s 2012 Annual General Meeting
in the Kananaskis Village.
Kananaskis Improvement District
PO Box 70
Kananaskis Village, Alberta
T0L 2H0
Phone 403-591-7774
www.kananaskisid.ca