Red Deer City Council will meet on Tuesday, June 9, 2026. The following items are on the agenda for consideration.
CONSENT:
Postponement of Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3357/Y-2026 - Parking Reduction for Supportive Housing
- City Council will consider postponing proposed zoning amendments related to parking reductions for supportive housing developments until July 28, 2026.
- Administration is requesting additional time to complete analysis and answer outstanding questions related to the proposed changes. The postponement would allow Administration to return with a more comprehensive report and recommendations.
Community Investment Day Meeting Date Change
- City Council will consider changing the date of the fall Community Investment Day from September 17 to October 15, 2026.
- The proposed change is being recommended to avoid a scheduling conflict with Alberta’s Mid-Sized Cities Mayors’ Caucus, which Red Deer will host in September.
2026 Capital Budget Amendment: Mountview Reservoir
- City Council will consider approving a $305,000 capital budget transfer to complete urgent repairs at the Mountview Reservoir.
- The reservoir has been out of service since October 2025 following the discovery of issues affecting the interior waterproofing system. Administration notes the repairs are required to restore full system redundancy ahead of increased summer water demand.
- The proposed funding transfer would come from existing approved utility capital projects and would not result in additional utility rate impacts.
Sponsorship Pilot Program
- City Council will consider supporting, in principle, a three-year Sponsorship Pilot Program designed to create a more coordinated and proactive approach to municipal sponsorships and partnerships.
- The proposed program would focus on identifying sponsorship opportunities, building partnerships with local businesses and organizations, and creating new non-tax revenue opportunities to support City facilities, programs and services.
- If supported, administration would bring forward funding options for Council’s consideration during the 2027 budget process.
BYLAWS:
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3357/A-2026 - Site Exceptions for Unit 11 & 16, 7875 48 Ave (First Reading)
- City Council will consider first reading of a proposed zoning amendment to allow site-specific development exceptions for two units within an industrial development on 48 Avenue.
- If approved, the amendment will proceed through the bylaw process, including a future public hearing.
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3357/K-2026 - Rezoning of 6817 52 Ave from I-1 Industrial Business Service Zone to C-4 Major Arterial Commercial Zone (First Reading)
- City Council will consider first reading of a proposed rezoning of 6817 52 Avenue from Industrial Business Service (I-1) to Major Arterial Commercial (C-4).
- The proposed rezoning would allow a broader range of commercial uses on the site. If first reading is approved, the proposal will return to Council for a public hearing at a future meeting.
REPORTS:
Council Term Direction
- City Council will consider adopting the 2026-2029 Council Term Direction.
- The report will provide an opportunity for Council to review priorities, discuss progress on strategic initiatives, and provide direction for the remainder of the current Council term.
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Lancaster South Neighbourhood Area Structure Plan Bylaw Amendment 3217/C-2026 and Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3357/V-2026 - Removal of Direct Control Zone 35 and Amendments to Permit House Suites in Duplexes Across Zones
- City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed amendments in the Lancaster South neighbourhood.
- The amendments would remove Direct Control Zone 35 and permit one house suite within duplex developments across applicable residential zones. Following the public hearing, Council will consider second and third reading of the proposed bylaws.
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3357/M-2026 - Rezoning of 6660 Taylor Drive to from I-1 Industrial Business Service Zone to I-C Industrial Commercial (Mixed-Use) Zone
- City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a proposal to rezone 6660 Taylor Drive from Industrial Business Service (I-1) to Industrial Commercial (Mixed-Use) (I-C).
- The proposed rezoning would support businesses requiring a combination of industrial and commercial activities. Following the public hearing, Council will consider second and third reading of the bylaw amendment.
Zoning Bylaw Amendment 3357/W-2026 - 'Charitable Distribution Centres' updates
- City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed Zoning Bylaw amendments related to charitable distribution centres, such as food banks.
- The amendments would create a formal land use definition, establish where these uses may be located within the city, and clarify development and parking requirements.
- Following the public hearing, Council will consider second and third reading of the bylaw amendment.