More design options and a quicker approval process for Capstone projects are some of the changes Red Deer city council wants to instigate to help spur redevelopment proposals. Councillors gave first reading Monday to a land use bylaw amendment that will allow for more flexibility f...
Red Deer city councillors will discuss on Monday whether they should boost their gross salaries to make up for a loss of one-third tax-free status. This would keep their take-home pay the same. But it would be a proposed 13 to 18 per cent increase to council’s...
Parkland’s consolidation in Calgary is a loss for Red Deer, but our city councillors should focus on creating conditions that support the success of all businesses. And they should avoid offering handouts using other people’s money. If Calgarians are content to rely on corporate welfare to rev...
The plan was called “foolish,”“short-sighted” and “crazy” by emotional Red Deer city councillors on Tuesday. They had urged citizens to help reverse what has been called a cost-saving decision by the government. “The clock is ticking, citizens! This is your time,” said Coun. Diann...
Cannabis shop approved for Junction 42, but two councillors voted againstPaul Cowley Oct 1, 2019 4:30 PM Don't miss out on local news Become a free member today and receive top local stories right to your inbox. Continue Allowing cannabis sales in Red Deer County’s new Hwy 2 t...
Victoria councillors want additional information before they approve more than $1 million from the city’s housing fund for a 158-unit redevelopment in Fernwood. The Capital Region Housing Corporation (CRHC) has applied for a $1.065-million grant for its proposal, dubbed the Caledonia redevelopment...