Unofficial 2024 By-Election Results
April 22, 2024 10:03 PM
With 100% voting stations reporting, Red Deerians have elected a new City Councillor during The City’s first ever by-election.
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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.
City of Red Deer offers free decibel reading event
April 22, 2024 11:06 AM
A free decibel-reading event will be held on April 27, 2024 from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. to help motorists identify if their vehicle exceeds the decibel level limits set in the Community Standards Bylaw.
Grant awarded to support joint economic development between The City and The County
April 18, 2024 11:35 AM
The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County have been awarded $100,000 in grant funding from the Northern and Regional Economic Development (NRED) Program, for joint regional growth and economic development.
Advance Vote begins today
April 18, 2024 11:34 AM
Starting at 10 a.m. eligible Red Deer residents can cast their ballot in the city’s first by-election to fill a vacant Councillor seat.
City Council: recap (April 15, 2024)
April 15, 2024 8:45 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s Council meeting:
Red Deer BIA tax rate approved by City Council
April 15, 2024 4:07 PM
Red Deer City Council approved the Business Improvement Area (BIA) tax rate bylaw, which funds the Downtown Business Association (DBA), at their regular meeting today.
Red Deer tax rates approved by City Council
April 15, 2024 4:06 PM
Red Deer City Council approved the annual property tax rate bylaw at their regular meeting today.
Amendments to Red Deer’s chicken bylaw passed by City Council
April 15, 2024 3:48 PM
City Council approved proposed amendments to Red Deer’s Chicken Bylaw at today’s regular meeting.
City is ready for possible drought
April 15, 2024 3:03 PM
Today City Council received an update on the current state of drought in Alberta, how The City is preparing and the Government of Alberta water sharing agreements.
Council approves three resolutions to bring to Alberta Municipalities
April 15, 2024 2:49 PM
Council approved three Alberta Municipalities policy resolutions that will now be submitted for consideration by the Alberta Municipalities membership.
Partial road closure on 55 Street
April 15, 2024 2:42 PM
A portion of 55 Street between 47A Ave and 46 Ave will be reduced to one lane in both the east and westbound lanes as City crews work on underground infrastructure.
Road closure in Riverside Meadows
April 15, 2024 2:40 PM
As underground utility work continues in Riverside Meadows, a portion of 56 Avenue from 57 Street to 58a Street will be closed to vehicle traffic.
First reading given to proposed changes to Red Deer’s Vehicles for Hire bylaw
April 15, 2024 2:38 PM
City Council gave first reading to proposed changes to the vehicle for hire bylaw at their regular meeting today.
Red Deerians invited to share ideas about downtown parking
April 15, 2024 1:21 PM
As part of a commitment to listening and working collaboratively with our community, The City of Red Deer is embarking on a public participation initiative related to downtown parking.
Partial Road Closure on Taylor Drive
April 12, 2024 3:40 PM
Motorists are advised of an upcoming lane closure on Taylor Drive at the 43 Street intersection.
Temporary Lane Closure on Gaetz Avenue
April 12, 2024 1:50 PM
A portion of southbound Gaetz Avenue from 34 Street to 51 Avenue will be reduced to two lanes from April 15 to April 19, 2024.
Three City of Red Deer Bob Stollings Award winners announced
April 11, 2024 10:11 PM
John Galbraith, Tamara Greba and Leigh-Ann Martin are The City’s 2024 recipients of the Bob Stollings Memorial Award.
City Council: on the agenda
April 11, 2024 4:35 PM
The Monday, April 15, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting will start with a three hour Closed Meeting at 9:30 a.m. The open portion of the Council meeting will begin at approximately 1 p.m.
Traffic disruption on 49 Street
April 10, 2024 1:40 PM
A portion of 49 Street between 48 Avenue and 49 Avenue will be closed to eastbound traffic as construction crews replace underground infrastructure.
Nominate a young athlete for a Rising Sport Star award
April 10, 2024 1:39 PM
Nominations for young athletes are being sought by The City of Red Deer for the Rising Sport Stars awards program.
Road closure in Riverside Meadows
April 9, 2024 3:31 PM
From April 11 to June 7, 58a Avenue from 55 Street to 57 Street, including the 57 Street intersection will be closed as construction crews replace underground infrastructure.
By-Election Day is just two weeks away
April 8, 2024 10:40 AM
In just two weeks, Red Deer voters will make history by selecting the candidate that will replace a vacant Councillor seat.
Temporary Road Closure on Ross Street
April 5, 2024 11:15 AM
A portion of Ross Street from 42 Avenue to 43 Avenue will be reduced to two lanes as westbound traffic is re-routed on the eastbound lanes to allow construction crews to access underground infrastructure.
Traffic disruption on 47 Avenue
April 5, 2024 11:14 AM
A portion of 47 Avenue between 53 Street and 55 Street will be closed to northbound traffic as construction crews replace underground infrastructure.
Mayors of City and County travel to Chicago to showcase Central Alberta region economic opportunities
April 4, 2024 10:49 AM
Mayor Ken Johnston of The City of Red Deer and Mayor Jim Wood of Red Deer County are gearing up for an impactful journey next week as they head to Chicago, Illinois.
Building permit values rise in March
April 3, 2024 3:57 PM
Building permit values increased in March, with 86 approved permits valued at $4 million, compared with 61 permits issued in March 2023 worth $3 million.
Emergency Road Closure on 20 Avenue
April 3, 2024 10:01 AM
Drivers are advised of an emergency road closure on 20 Avenue between 39 Street and 55 Street due to roadway flooding.
City Council recap
April 2, 2024 3:16 PM
At today’s regular City Council meeting, the following decisions were made:
Council adopts 2024-2026 Annual Policing Plan for Red Deer
April 2, 2024 2:30 PM
City Council formally adopted the Red Deer RCMP’s 2024-2026 Annual Policing Plan (APP) today.
First reading of proposed amendments to Red Deer’s chicken bylaw passed by City Council
April 2, 2024 2:29 PM
City Council approved first reading to proposed amendments to Red Deer’s Chicken Bylaw at today’s regular meeting.
Call to artists: Viewpoint Gallery exhibition proposals
April 2, 2024 9:42 AM
Artists, curators and collectives are invited to submit proposals for The City of Red Deer’s Viewpoint Gallery for the 2024/25 exhibition program.
Funding opportunity for community-led downtown activations returns to Red Deer
April 2, 2024 9:40 AM
The Downtown Activation 4 Seasons Grant returns to support community-led initiatives supported by local not-for-profit organizations.
Transit Fare Assistance Pass pilot program extended
April 2, 2024 9:38 AM
The Transit Fare Assistance Pass, funded through the Government of Alberta’s Low-Income Transit Pass grant, will be available until March 31, 2025.
City Council: on the agenda
March 28, 2024 3:22 PM
The Tuesday, April 2, 2024 Regular City Council Meeting will start with a two hour Closed Meeting at 9:30 a.m.
Weekly Green Cart collection returns next week
March 28, 2024 9:45 AM
There’s still snow on the ground, but spring is actually here and that means it’s time to prepare for an increase in seasonal yard waste.
Underground utility construction begins in Grandview
March 27, 2024 9:16 AM
A significant underground utility construction project will begin next week in the Grandview neighbourhood to provide essential upgrades to water, sanitary and storm mains.
Nominations are in for the 2024 By-Election
March 27, 2024 8:53 AM
The nominations are in for the historic By-Election that will take place in Red Deer on April 22, 2024.
Red Deer Archives celebrates 60th anniversary with new exhibit
March 25, 2024 2:44 PM
In celebration of their 60th anniversary, Red Deer Archives launched a new exhibit today called Archival Gems.
Nomination Day and Special Ballot applications
March 25, 2024 8:48 AM
It’s Nomination Day for the 2024 Municipal By-Election and staff are onsite at City Hall to accept nomination packages until noon.