City Council Recap – March 24, 2026
March 24, 2026 3:50 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
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City of Red Deer seeks time and clarity on future of Ambulance Services
March 24, 2026 4:55 PM
Red Deer City Council is pushing back on provincial timelines and calling for more information before making a decision on the future of ambulance services.
Council approves guidelines to shape 2027 budget development
March 24, 2026 1:43 PM
Council has unanimously approved a set of budget guidelines that will direct administration in preparing The City’s 2027 Budget.
City Council on the Agenda – March 24, 2026
March 19, 2026 3:31 PM
The following items are on City Council’s regular agenda on March 24, 2026. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Nomination deadline approaching for 2026 Mayor’s Recognition Awards
March 19, 2026 10:20 AM
Time is running out to nominate an outstanding Red Deerian for a 2026 Mayor’s Recognition Award.
Temporary road bans start March 19
March 18, 2026 9:12 AM
Due to daily above zero temperatures, temporary road bans will come into effect at 7 a.m. on Thursday, March 19, 2026.
Majority of downtown businesses vote to disestablish Business Improvement Area
March 16, 2026 8:23 PM
Downtown businesses have voted in favour of disestablishing the Downtown Business Improvement Area.
Nominate a young athlete for a Rising Sport Star award
March 16, 2026 11:59 AM
Nominations for young athletes are being sought by The City of Red Deer for the Rising Sport Stars awards program.
Outdoor rinks and pond surfaces to close for the season
March 12, 2026 10:39 AM
With recent warm temperatures and sunshine, the remaining outdoor rinks and Bower Ponds skating pond will close for the season on Friday, March 13.
City Council - Recap – March 10, 2026
March 10, 2026 5:57 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
City Council - On the Agenda – March 10, 2026
March 5, 2026 4:14 PM
The following items are on City Council’s regular agenda on March 10, 2026. The meeting will begin at 10:30 a.m.
Council to consider 2026 Adopted Operating Budget
March 5, 2026 4:09 PM
Following approval of the Interim Budget in December 2025, Council will consider the 2026 Adopted Operating Budget and 3-Year Operating Plan at its March 10, 2026, meeting.
Viewpoint Gallery and Corridor Community Gallery accepting exhibit proposals
March 5, 2026 2:29 PM
Local and central Alberta artists have an opportunity to share their work with the community as Viewpoint Gallery and Corridor Community Gallery open their annual ‘Call for Artists’ for exhibition proposals.
Building permit values decline in February
March 5, 2026 2:23 PM
Building permit values in Red Deer totalled $2.7 million in February 2026, a decrease from $4.5 million in February 2025.
Smart thermostat rebate returns for 2026
March 2, 2026 4:08 PM
Smart thermostat rebate returns for 2026
Community Groups Invited to Apply for Environmental Initiatives Grant
March 2, 2026 4:04 PM
Community Groups Invited to Apply for Environmental Initiatives Grant
Nominations now open for the 2026 Mayor’s Recognition Awards
February 27, 2026 11:14 AM
Do you know an individual or group in Red Deer whose efforts have made our community stronger or brought pride to our city?
Council unanimously approves rezoning that could allow future shelter at 7740 40 Avenue
February 27, 2026 8:01 AM
Red Deer City Council has approved a rezoning application for the property located at 7740 40 Avenue, following two days of public hearings that drew significant community interest and participation.
Residents invited to validate Community Compass engagement findings
February 25, 2026 4:30 PM
The City of Red Deer is inviting residents to review and validate the findings from recent community engagement conducted for Red Deer’s Community Compass: Our Master Plan for Service Delivery.
Red Deer and District FCSS Grant Application Process opens March 4
February 25, 2026 2:38 PM
The City of Red Deer, on behalf of the Red Deer and District Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Board, invites eligible organizations to submit proposals for prevention based social programs through the FCSS 2027-2029 Grant Application Process.
City of Red Deer provides update on Electric Utility project
February 24, 2026 4:32 PM
The City of Red Deer has provided Council with an update on the Electric Utility Municipally Controlled Corporation (MCC) project.
City Council Recap – February 24, 2026
February 24, 2026 5:04 PM
The following decisions were made at today’s City Council meeting.
City Council approves new governance model to support the future of downtown
February 24, 2026 2:27 PM
Downtown Red Deer is entering an exciting period of change, and Red Deer City Council has approved a new governance approach to support its continued growth, vibrancy, and long-term success.
Registration for spring programming begins Tuesday, March 3
February 24, 2026 2:25 PM
Registration for spring programming begins Tuesday, March 3
CPR Bridge Rehabilitation Project Milestone Approaches
February 23, 2026 4:19 PM
This week, the CPR Bridge Rehabilitation Project enters one of the most complex phases of the project: physically moving the 118-year-old bridge.