2015 AGM Presentation - Kananaskis Improvement District

Kananaskis Improvement District
Annual General Meeting
Stakeholder Open House
February 10, 2015
Wildflower Room – Mount Kidd Manor
Kananaskis Village
2013 – 2017 KID COUNCIL
Non-Commercial Residents and Ratepayers
Representative
Councillor Bruce Lukey – Chair 2015 - 2016
(Vice Chair 2013 – 2015)
2013 – 2017 KID COUNCIL
Large Business Representative
Councillor Dan DeSantis – Vice Chair
(Chair 2013 - 2015)
2013 – 2017 KID COUNCIL
Ratepayers from the Lower Kananaskis Lake
Cabin Subdivision Representative
Councillor Arnold Hoffman
2013 – 2017 KID COUNCIL
Small Business - Not for Profit - Charitable
Foundation Representative
Councillor Mike Norton
2013 – 2017 KID COUNCIL
Alberta-at-Large Citizen’s Representative
Councillor Susan Billington, Q.C.
Councillor Jamie Tiessen
KID ADMINISTRATION
Chief Administrative Officer – Shawn Polley
Municipal Administration – Manon Miller
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 (1 / 5)
Accountability – We are responsible
for our actions and for the effective
governance of our community.
CORE VALUES (2 / 5)
Integrity - We behave ethically and are
open, honest and fair.
CORE VALUES (3 / 5)
Respect – We foster an environment in
which each individual is valued and heard.
CORE VALUES (4 / 5)
Excellence – We strive for excellence through
innovation and continuous improvement in the
provision of programs and services.
CORE VALUES (5 / 5)
Collaboration – We seek opportunities to
lead, to share knowledge and resources,
and to find financial efficiencies for continual
improvement in our community.
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
From January 1, 2014 to September 15, 2014 KID was
the responsibility of the Minister of Tourism Parks and
Recreation, Honourable Dr. Richard Starke. On
September 15, 2014 KID was assigned to the
Honourable Kyle Fawcett in Environment & Sustainable
Resource Development.
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Kananaskis Country Interdepartmental
Consultative Committee (KCICC)/ Kananaskis
Improvement District Working Group
Bruce Lukey & Mike Norton
Arnold Hoffman (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Kananaskis Improvement District –
Land Use Order Subdivision and Development
Authority (SDA)
Bruce Lukey
Susan Billington (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Assessment Review Board
Susan Billington, Q.C.
Jamie Tiessen (Alternate)
Bow Valley Regional Social Housing Board
Bruce Lukey
Arnold Hoffman (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Bow River Basin Council
Arnold Hoffman
Mike Norton (Alternate)
Sheep River Watershed Management Committee
Arnold Hoffman
Mike Norton (Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
Community Futures – Highwood
Jamie Tiessen
Susan Billington, QC (Alternate)
Marigold Library Board
Susan Billington, QC
Arn Hoffman(Alternate)
BOARDS & COMISSIONS
EPCOR Community Advisory Panel
Arnold Hoffman
Interested community individuals can apply to be a
member of the EPCOR Community Advisory Panel
by emailing etproject@epcor.com
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
KID FireSmart Committee
Mike Norton (Chair)
Jamie Tiessen (Alternate)
BEFORE
AFTER
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
Community Advisory Committee
Sondy Szymanis
A new Terms of
Reference was
signed by Council in
March 2014 which
included a new
membership list with
a purpose of sharing,
coordinating and
receiving input from
the community.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1 of 5 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 the KID Business &
Strategic Plan 2014-2018.
OUTCOMES
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The KID Annual General Meeting was held February 4, 2014 in the Mt. Allan
Room in the Mount Kidd Manor;
A very successful Kananaskis Emergency Services Showcase event was held
on June 11, 2014 at the Nakiska ski hill;
KID assisted the Delta with annual Canada Day celebrations that were held in
the Kananaskis Village;
At the Annual Firefighter of the Year dinner in December, Fraser Curwin was
named the 2014 KID Firefighter of the Year.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1 of 5 Effective Community Service
OUTCOMES (continued)
KID Photo Contest
Over 100 entries were received and were judged by KID
Council.
Three themes;
The Seasons of Kananaskis
Alberta’s Playground - People
Flood 2013
Keep up to date at the Kananaskis Community Update
Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/KananaskisCommunityUpdates
First Place – Melanie Gnyp – The Seasons of Kananaskis
Second Place – Josh Floyd – The Seasons of Kananaskis
Third Place – Doug Mirtle– The Seasons of Kananaskis
First Place – Melanie Gynp– Alberta’s Playground - People
Second Place – Melanie Gynp – Alberta’s Playground - People
Third Place – Doug Mirtle – Alberta’s Playground - People
First Place – Dorinda Ainscough – Flood 2013
Second Place – Becky Webb – Flood 2013
Third Place – Josh Floyd – Flood 2013
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1 of 5 Effective Community Service
OUTCOMES (continued)
Community Liaison Coordinator surveyed the residents
and then organized the following free local events:
Chinese New Year
February 2014
Emergency Preparedness Week
May 2014
Jewelry Making
May 6, 2014
Medicine from the Earth
May 13, 2014
Finding Beauty – Painting
May 27th & May 28th, 2014
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
1 of 5 Effective Community Service
OUTCOMES (continued)
Stampede Breakfast
Held July 11, 2014
Summer Corn Roast
Held August 23, 2014
Cooking as a Team Sport
Held December 11, 2014
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
2 of 5 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.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
2 of 5 Prudent Financial Management
OUTCOMES
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Financial Statements for 2013 were completed, reviewed & approved by
the Office of the Auditor General. The Auditor General made no
recommendations.
The Budget and Audit Committee approved;
• $1,200 donation to Bow Valley Victim Services Association;
• $500 donation to the Bow River Basin Council;
Property Tax Relief Grant Kananaskis Country Golf Course was received
Disaster Recovery Program submissions totaling $570,000 was received.
Approved a zero percent increase to the municipal property tax revenue
for 2014
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
3 of 5 Stewardship of Human Resources
Council will support relevant professional training and development of Council
members and staff.
Council will monitor performance of, and provide ongoing feedback to the Chief
Administrative Officer.
OUTCOMES
 Manon Miller joined the KID as the
Municipal Administrator in July.
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
4 of 5 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
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
5 of 5 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
2012 – 0.747 tonne of E-waste
2013 – 0.472 tonne of E-waste
2014 - 0.834 tonne of E-waste
Recycling Programs
Diverted over 40 tonnes of recyclable
material from landfill to be recycled into
new products
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
5 of 5 Environmental Sustainability
OUTCOMES (continued)
Household Hazardous Waste Roundup Program
Flammables liquids, pesticides, waste vehicle oil, antifreeze
Approximately 350 aerosol cans;
6500L hazardous liquid;
11,200 – 1lb propane tanks
Paint Recycling Program
1,500 L recycled
GUIDING PRINCIPLES
5 of 5 Environmental Sustainability OUTCOMES (continued)
First 72-Hour Emergency Preparedness – education and public
awareness efforts conducted.
Propane Safety Education - brochures distributed
BEFORE
AFTER
STRATEGIC PRIORITIES 1 of 2
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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Council 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 2 of 2
Sustain and Enhance our Quality of Life
• 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;
• 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 2 of 2
Sustain and Enhance our Quality of Life
OUTCOMES:
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Increased environmental responsibility and sustainability with recycling
programs;
Infrastructure upgrades for street lighting, water meters, curb stops and lift
stations throughout the Evan Thomas by using grant funding;
Ensure continuation of FireSmart initiatives and received $50,000 in grant
funding for Camp Cadicasu;
Decrease and divert garbage from landfill through recycling initiatives;
Increase in community events, involvement and support by hiring Sondy
Szymanis to provide local activities;
Enhanced long term tourism, investment and economic growth, sponsorship
with the Kananaskis Mountain Festival;
Currently studying a Septage receiving station for the Evan Thomas Area.
Awarded the replacement pump / rescue fire truck to Alberta based company
Rocky Mountain Phoenix of Red Deer.
COMMUNITY INITIATIVES
2015 Events
Chinese New Year – February
Emergency Preparedness Week – May
Canada Day in Canmore - July
Fire Prevention Week - October
Abstract Painting Workshop - November
Patchwork Quilting - November
Clay and Casting - December
Natural Journal Making – December
Flu Clinic - December
FINANCIAL RESERVE
Financial Reserve Programs
Kananaskis Improvement District has established, and
maintains a comprehensive operating reserve program
and a comprehensive capital reserve program. The
purpose of these funds is to replace, restore and update
assets.
In addition, Council has committed to establishing and
maintaining a Community Initiatives Fund to assist in
the development of community relations as well as the
Water Reduction Strategy to assist residents and
businesses in reducing their overall water consumption.
KID GRANT PROGRAMS
OUTCOMES
• Federal Gas Tax Fund
• Street lighting, water meters, curb stops, lift station upgrades
• AB Municipal Sustainability Initiative Capital
• Fire truck was ordered in November 2013, delivered in January 2015
• Emergency replacement of Water Tender Truck
• FireSmart Community Grant
• Camp Cadicasu and Camp Adventure was completed in 2014
• Forest Improvement Association of Alberta
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William Watson Lodge and Lower Kananaskis Lake Cabin Area Fireguard maintenance
University of Alberta Field Research Station
PUBLIC WORKS - WATER
• Replacing several large
diameter manual read
meters with remote read
meters.
• Repaired faulty hydrants
at the Kananaskis Village
and the Nakiska Ski Hill.
PUBLIC WORKS - WATER
Continued participating with Alberta Infrastructure and
EPCOR regarding the construction of the Evan Thomas
Water Treatment Plant and distribution system (P3 Project).
Construction completed in Summer 2014.
PUBLIC WORKS - SEWER
• Repaired water infiltration issues at the Mount Kidd RV Park
Loop C lift station and the Boundary Ranch Lift Stations.
• Installed a new lid on the Boundary Ranch lift station.
• Installed new alarm Autodialler’s at the Mount Kidd Loop C lift
station, Mount Kidd staff housing lift station and the Boundary
Ranch lift station.
PUBLIC WORKS – SOLID WASTE
• KID solid waste management contractor removed
approximately 700 tonne of solid waste in 2014.
• Coordinated with Alberta Parks staff to install 20 new
garbage containers in the Sheep area.
•KID awarded a 3 year
contract to Foothills
Disposal of Okotoks for
solid waste removal.
PUBLIC WORKS - ROADS
Coordinated with Alberta Tourism, Parks and Recreation,
Volker Stevin & Alberta Transportation to overlay new
pavement in the Mount Kidd RV Park main road.
PUBLIC WORKS – STREET LIGHTING
Continued with 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, this project will continue through 2015.
PUBLIC WORKS - WEED CONTROL
Monitoring & Control
ACE Vegetation completed the annual
weed survey through all lands and
provided weed notices to land owners
were appropriate.
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Top Emergency Events
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1651 Wildlife Reports and Actions
853 Assist Conservation Officers
405 Relay Information to Other Agency
404 Public Safety Actions
270 EMS Actions
248 Fire Actions
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Community Safety - Paid-on-call Firefighter Program
KID – Emergency Services would not be able to operate without the support of
trained firefighting personnel employed by the following businesses:
• Delta Lodge at Kananaskis
• RCR Nakiska Ski Resort
• Kananaskis Outfitters
• Tim Horton Children Ranch
In 2014, there were over 1200 hours spent
on in-house Firefighter training
Did you know that all KID Firefighters reside within the KID community?
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Community Safety
72 Hour Emergency Preparedness - May
Fire Prevention Week - October
EMERGENCY SERVICES
Municipal Sponsorship Grant – Capital funding
2014 Rosenbauer Commander
Top-Mount Enclosed Pump /
Rescue
2014 Rosenbauer Maverick
Pump / Tender
EMERGENCY SERVICES
2014 KID Firefighter of the Year
Firefighter Fraser Curwin
EMERGENCY SERVICES
2014 Kananaskis Emergency Services
Showcase
EMERGENCY SERVICES
For additional information regarding
fire safety, community event
attendance or to join our
department call (403) 591-7755.
In the event of Emergency Dial 911
EMS-FIRE-POLICE-PUBLIC SAFETY
KID FireSmart Committee
Committee Membership
Jamie Tiessen – KID Council – (Chair)
Mike Norton – KID Council
Craig Halifax – Emergency Services – (Recorder)
Connie Nielson – Evan Thomas / Bow Valley Residents
Jon Jorgenson – ESRD – Fish and Wildlife
Kevin Topolnicki – ESRD – Forestry
Rod Gow – ESRD – Parks Division
Derek Small – Lower Kananaskis Lake / Pocaterra Residents
Earl Emberton – Camp Chief Hector
Richard Paton – ESRD – Forestry
Stew Walkinshaw – Montane Forest Management Ltd.
Vacant – Business rep
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
KID FireSmart Committee
KID FireSmart program partners:
AB Environment & Sustainable Resource Development
- Forestry & Emergency Response Division
- Fish and Wildlife Division
- Parks Division
Lower Kananaskis Lake Cabin Association
Kananaskis Country Businesses,
Children’s Camps, and Facility Operators.
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
FireSmart Grant Programs
ESRD FireSmart Community Grant Program
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KID awarded $50,000 FireSmart Community Grant for 2013/14. Grant
extended through 2015 to be used at the Canmore Nordic Centre and the
South-Winds Wildfire Exercise (June 11th).
Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta (FRIAA)
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KID awarded $720,725 FRIAA Grant for various fuel modification projects
throughout the Kananaskis Improvement District and revision of the KID
Wildfire Mitigation Strategy.
KID recognized with the FireSmart Canada Community
Achievement Certificate for its ongoing commitment as a
FireSmart community.
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
2014 FireSmart Program
Forest Improvement Association of Alberta
funding totaling $700,000 in 2014
“Working Towards a FireSmart Community”
2014 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.
Kananaskis Improvement District
PO Box 70
Kananaskis Village, Alberta
T0L 2H0
Phone 403-591-7774
www.kananaskisid.ca