Barb Castell – Division 3
Happy New Year! I hope that everyone enjoyed the holidays.
Diamond Valley
Congratulations to the newly elected Town of Diamond Valley Council:
Mayor Barry Crane, Councillors Cindy Holladay, Veronica Kloiber, Heather Thomson, Brendan Kelly, Hazel Martin and Jonathan Gordon.
The new Town is in good hands and Foothills County looks forward to working with Council and Staff.
For more information on the amalgamation process go to: www.town.blackdiamond.ab.ca/553/Proposed-Amalgamation
turnervalley.ca/amalgamation
Foothills Cemetery
Foothills Cemetery will continue to be managed by Foothills County with the Town of Diamond Valley and Foothills County appointing Councillors to sit on the board. A representative from the Royal Canadian Legion and a member at large will also continue as we move forward with the newly formed Council.
The cistern up at the cemetery has been decommissioned and has been filled with cement grout and back filled at the end of November.
Sadly, some people feel the need to be disrespectful and destructive. If you travel past the cemetery and see any unusual behaviour, please report it to the RCMP.
Northwest Foothills Recreation Board
The new dog signs are up at the Seaman Sports Park. Just a reminder, this is not an off-leash dog park. All dogs must be on a leash.
For more information on the North West Foothills Recreation Board (NWFRB) and Seaman Sports Park, go to: www.foothillscountyab.ca/community/recreation-boards/north-west-foothills-recreation-board
Winter Driving
Winter is a tough time for wildlife. They are constantly on the move in search of food.
The peak time of day for wild animal-vehicle collisions is between 7 p.m. and midnight. Studies show that collisions are highest during dusk and dawn hours, when light levels are lower, and animals are more active.
Please be extra careful while driving during dawn and dusk.
Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors – Highway 2 Median Closures
As Foothills County and Okotoks continue to develop, the increased traffic accessing Highway 2 requires adjustments at some intersections to enhance safety.
For more information on the changes planned for 2023, go to their website: www.alberta.ca/highway-2-median-removals-foothills-county.aspx
Thank You!
I would like to take this opportunity to thank all the staff in all the departments at Foothills County (Agricultural, Assessment, Cemeteries, Communications, Emergency Services, FCSS, Landfill, Parks and Recreation, Planning, Public Works, Safety Codes, Taxes, and Utilities) for all their hard work in 2022.
I would also like to thank our CAO, Municipal Manager, Reeve, and Council members.
Wishing you all a very happy and safe 2023!!!
Barb Castell
Phone: 403-931-3690
E-Mail: barb.castell@foothillscountyab.ca
Website: www.barbcastell.com
FaceBook: facebook.com/barbcastell.ca
