Don Kochan – Division 2
RVC Division 2 news items for your information:
Harmony Cell Tower – The County has still not received a formal Development Permit application for a commercial communications facility proposal in the Harmony area.
Please note that the County is not the approving authority for commercial communications facilities. Jurisdiction for the placement, modification, and removal of these facilities rests with Industry Canada (Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada).
Notwithstanding the above, the County currently requires a Development Permit for Communications Facilities, as defined in the Land Use Bylaw. Where a Development Permit is required, the application is reviewed in accordance with Administrative Policy A-308, including consideration of comments received from surrounding property owners and the public engagement undertaken by the applicant.
Once a formal Development Permit application is received, Planning will consider the numerous emails that have been received expressing concern about its location and the impact it will have on the community. The applicant will also be required to submit a comprehensive summary of the public engagement undertaken during the pre-circulation process, in accordance with Administrative Policy A-308, which will also inform Administration’s review of the application.
RR33 Interchange Update – There’s been plenty of progress on the new interchange this year, with several key transportation and infrastructure milestones taking shape. Road Improvements are:
- The westbound ramp to RR33 from Highway 1 is now open, with final paving and road markings complete.
- The eastbound ramp from Highway 1 to RR33 is now open and operational, with temporary detour routes in place to support ongoing construction for the south round about.
- Earthworks for the eastbound exit ramp in the southeast quadrant continue to advance and, weather permitting, may be completed before year-end.
- The roundabout north of Highway 1 is substantially complete. It will become fully operational once the northwest quadrant exit ramp is finished in 2027.
- Paving work at the roundabout located at Township Road 250 and Range Road 33 is partially complete and progressing well. The roundabout is expected to be completed in the second quarter of 2027.
- Paving along Township Road 250 eastbound from Range Road 33 has been completed and is expected to open to traffic via a temporary detour within the next two weeks.
With regards to Costco, now that the gas bar relocation permit has been approved, Costco have advised that they are planning to start construction in November depending on the weather and are still forecasting a fall 2027 opening. This will coincide with the completion of the interchange and surrounding road work.
Coach Creek Development – The Artists View Meadows Conceptual Scheme and Land Use Redesignation applications are proposed to be submitted in October to the County for its formal review. The subject property of approximately 36 hectares (90 acres) is located north of Old Banff Coach Road and south of the City of Calgary, in the general vicinity of the Artists View community in Rocky View County. The proposal, on behalf of AMAR Developments (AMAR), is to seek the County’s approval for the development of 27 country residential parcels with a minimum area of 0.8-hectare (1.98 acres), and various public open spaces.
A public open house was held on Wednesday, 15 September 2026 to gather community feedback on the development proposal. Approximately 130 guests attended and provided feedback on the various topics such as: Wildlife Protection, Cut-through Traffic from Crestmont, Tree Protection, Storm Pond Location, Use of Individual Water Wells, and Septic Field Contamination. Many emails have also been provided therefore to provide a consistent message to the public the developer is proposing to prepare A What We Heard report addressing the public comments. This report will include a summary of public feedback, received since March 2026 via email, telephone, and open house engagements, along with responses and/or actions taken by AMAR. This report, along with all supporting reports for the formal application, will be available to the public once the full submission is made to the County for its review.
Duke of Edinburgh Awards – On October 10th the Springbank Community Association hosted the Duke of Edinburgh Awards. The Duke of Edinburgh International Award is recognized around the world as it celebrates the growth of youth that happens outside of classrooms: in our communities, on the trails, and within each individual willing to push their limits. The Duke of Edinburgh program focuses on the self-development of youth on how they may contribute to the community, develop new skills and independence as well as be challenged to do something new and out of their comfort zone.
Congratulations to the 21 receipients receiving either a Bronze, Silver, or Gold Level Award meeting the challenge of the individual program requirements. Thank you to the mentors Judi Hunter and Lynn Robb to name a few who supported the program and for helping the recipients succeed in their mission.
Oil Recycling at Springbank Transfer Site – Residents can now recycle lubricating oil, oil containers, oil filters and antifreeze at the Springbank Transfer Site through Alberta’s Used Oil Materials Recycling Program. This residential recycling service provides a convenient way to keep used oil materials out of landfills and help protect Alberta’s land and waterways from contamination. Please check the Waste Guide before visiting for information about accepted materials. If you have questions about what can be dropped off, or if you have a large quantity of material, please contact wasteandrecycling@rockyview.ca ahead of your visit. Learn more about Alberta’s Used Oil Materials Recycling Program and accepted products through Alberta Recycling Management Authority.Don Kochan – Division 2 Councillor kochandiv2@gmail.com
Don Kochan
Division 2 Councillor
kochandiv2@gmail.com
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