City Council on the agenda – May 20, 2025
May 15, 2025 4:25 PM
The Monday, May 20 Regular City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m. with a closed meeting at the beginning and the regular meeting expected to begin at 11:30 a.m.
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Below is a list of recent City of Red Deer news releases. For media inquiries, contact Community & Public Relations during regular business hours (Monday to Friday 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.) via our Media Inquiry Form.
Taxi Plate Draw to be held in Red Deer
May 13, 2025 10:59 AM
A taxi plate draw will be held on Wednesday, June 4, 2025, to award 26 new taxi plates for use in Red Deer.
Red Deer tax notices are on their way
May 12, 2025 11:44 AM
Red Deer property tax notices are being sent out today and will arrive in property owners’ mailboxes and inboxes soon.
Residential street sweeping starts May 12
May 8, 2025 3:06 PM
As sweeping wraps up on arterial roadways, crews are moving on to downtown and residential streets the week of May 11.
Traffic impacts for intersection improvements at 22 Street and 30 Avenue
May 8, 2025 10:37 AM
Drivers are advised of traffic impacts at the intersection of 22 Street and 30 Avenue in the upcoming weeks as crews work to add left-turn lanes on 22 Street.
Hazardous Materials Incident Resolved in Edgar Industrial Area
May 7, 2025 10:43 PM
Emergency Services crews responded earlier this evening to a hazardous materials incident involving a rail car leak in the Edgar Industrial Area, east of 7791 Edgar Industrial Way.
Building permit values decreased in April
May 6, 2025 12:51 PM
Building permit values dropped in April, with 94 issued permits valued at nearly $7.5 million, compared with 103 issued permits valued at $35 million in April 2024.
Caution urged due to dry spring conditions
May 6, 2025 12:47 PM
Dry conditions across the region have pushed Red Deer’s fire danger rating to 'Very High,' according to Alberta Climate Information Services.
Oxbows parking lot access temporarily closed on Wednesday, May 7
May 5, 2025 11:54 AM
The access road to Oxbows Off-Leash Dog Park will be closed for up to five hours on Wednesday, May 7, as crews investigate different options for maintaining the entrance.
Bower Woods Area Structure Plan Now Open for Input
May 5, 2025 11:52 AM
The City of Red Deer is inviting residents to have their say on the future of Bower Woods, a new residential neighbourhood, by reviewing and providing input on the proposed Bower Woods Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan (NASP).
Seasonal public washroom returns to downtown
May 2, 2025 10:21 AM
Following a four-year pilot project to access the need for the service, a seasonal public washroom facility will return to downtown Red Deer for the summer.
Spruce Drive trail closure notice
May 1, 2025 11:54 AM
Trail users are advised of an upcoming trail closure along the trail parallel to the east side of Spruce Drive, as work is completed to provide future access to underground utility infrastructure.
Watering Timer Rebate launches in Red Deer
May 1, 2025 11:52 AM
Just in time for spring, The City of Red Deer has launched a new Watering Timer Rebate Program to encourage residents to conserve water while maintaining beautiful, healthy yards.
City Council Recap – Tuesday, April 29 Special Council meeting
April 29, 2025 4:44 PM
The Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Special City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m....
Approach to 2026 Budget outlined
April 29, 2025 4:39 PM
Planning for The City’s 2026 budget is underway with a focus on supporting long-term financial health while navigating current economic pressures and planning for the future.
Development Permit for emergency shelter at Cannery Row approved until May 2026
April 29, 2025 4:35 PM
City Council approved a Development Permit for the continued operation of an Emergency Shelter at 4-5239 53 Avenue, commonly known as Cannery Row. The approval allows Safe Harbour Society to operate the shelter at this location until May 1, 2026, ensur ...
Registration for Summer Day Camps and all summer programming begins on Tuesday, May 6
April 29, 2025 10:23 AM
Red Deerians can prepare to sign up for Summer Day Camps, swim lessons and more next week.
Oxbows parking lot access temporarily closed on Thursday, May 1
April 29, 2025 10:22 AM
The access road to Oxbows Off-Leash Dog Park will be closed for up to five hours on Thursday, May 1 as crews investigate different options for maintaining the entrance.
City Council on the agenda – Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Special Council meeting
April 25, 2025 4:21 PM
The Tuesday, April 29, 2025, Special City Council Meeting will start at 10:30 a.m.
City Council recap – Tuesday, April 22, 2025
April 22, 2025 5:47 PM
City Council made the following decisions as part of today’s Regular City Council Meeting.
Red Deer City Council approves 2025 property tax rate bylaw
April 22, 2025 4:10 PM
Red Deer City Council has approved the 2025 property tax rate bylaw, which includes a 10.35 per cent increase for residential properties.
BIA tax rate approved by Red Deer City Council
April 22, 2025 4:08 PM
Red Deer City Council approved the Business Improvement Area (BIA) tax rate bylaw at their regular meeting today.
Update on Red Deer’s economic development strategy
April 22, 2025 2:36 PM
The Ad Hoc Economic Development Committee provided an update to City Council, outlining its initial findings and early recommendations on how Red Deer should organize and lead its economic development efforts in the future.