2020 property tax notices are in the mail
June 1, 2020 10:11 AM
2020 property tax notices are in the mail and Red Deer property owners can expect to receive their notice within the next few days.
June 2020 News Archive
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Mayor Veer responds to peaceful protests on behalf of City Council
June 1, 2020 5:10 PM
We strive for Red Deer to be a welcoming community where everyone can enjoy a high quality of life, but unfortunately, we know that racism does exist in our community as it does in so many others.
City of Red Deer suspends production of the 2020 fall Activity Guide
June 2, 2020 12:01 PM
Due to the ongoing uncertainly regarding COVID-19, and unknown health restrictions that may be in place over the coming months, The City has made the difficult decision to suspend the production and print of the Activity Guide for fall 2020.
Traffic disruption on 32 Street for sidewalk construction
June 2, 2020 4:52 PM
Motorists and pedestrians are advised of a multi-day traffic disruption on 32 Street from Taylor Drive to 47 Avenue starting tomorrow.
City developing plan for sports field use
June 5, 2020 2:11 PM
Following the release of updated provincial guidelines, The City is developing a plan to open sports fields and outdoor amenities for limited organized use.
City of Red Deer’s State of Local Emergency to lapse next weekend
June 5, 2020 4:28 PM
The City of Red Deer’s State of Local Emergency will lapse on June 14, 2020, after being in place for nearly three months.
Ross Street Patio being installed next week
June 5, 2020 4:41 PM
Installation of the Ross Street Patio is happening next week and will be in place for the summer season. The patio typically opens May Long Weekend, but experienced delays due to the public health restrictions through the COVID-19 pandemic.
Building permits slow in May
June 8, 2020 11:25 AM
Building permit applications slowed in May, dropping from an estimated $15 million in 2019 to $2.4 million in 2020. However, January-May 2020 has seen an overall increase in permit values compared to the same period last year, rising from $67.8 million to
Peace officer clocks vehicle at 101 km/hr in playground zone
June 8, 2020 12:57 PM
Red Deer RCMP and Community Peace Officers are reminding drivers to follow the posted speed limit at all times, after a vehicle was recorded travelling more than three times the legal speed limit in a playground zone.
Red Deer marks International Archives Week with launch of online archives donation tool
June 8, 2020 2:44 PM
Red Deerians are invited to share their digital records with the Red Deer & District Archives via a new online donation tool, launching in time for International Archives Week, June 8-14, 2020.
Council directs administration to move ahead with report on Molly Bannister Drive extension
June 8, 2020 4:30 PM
In December, landowners, residents, and business owners were asked whether they support a proposed amendment to remove the protection of a roadway for the future extension of Molly Banister Drive.
City prepares for phase 2 of Alberta Relaunch Strategy
June 9, 2020 4:58 PM
Following the provincial government’s announcement today, The City of Red Deer is reviewing and analyzing our re-opening plans in alignment with the guidelines outlined in stage 2 of the Alberta Relaunch Strategy.
Mayor Tara Veer responds to downtown economic sustainability on behalf of City Council
June 10, 2020 2:20 PM
Our community is facing unprecedented challenges, navigating the perfect storm of a global health crisis and an already unfavourable economic climate. BMO Bank of Montreal, a significant anchor in downtown Red Deer, has announced their intention to close t
Mayor Tara Veer responds to provincial announcement of drug treatment court coming to Red Deer on behalf of Council
June 11, 2020 10:26 AM
Community safety has been identified as the number one priority of our citizens and will continue to be the top priority for City Council and The City of Red Deer.
South bank trail closure begins Monday, June 22
June 11, 2020 11:27 AM
A portion of the south bank trail from Taylor Drive to CPR Pedestrian Bridge, adjacent to the Water Treatment Plant, will close Monday, June 22.
Recovered bikes up for auction
June 11, 2020 3:48 PM
Starting next week, more than 250 recovered bicycles will be up for grabs through an online auction.
Traffic disruption at Gaetz Avenue and 67 Street for storm system repairs
June 15, 2020 1:27 PM
Motorists and pedestrians are advised of a multi-day traffic disruption at Gaetz Avenue and 67 Street starting Saturday, June 20.
Council approves first reading for COVID-19 Operations Borrowing Bylaw
June 15, 2020 7:22 PM
At their regular meeting this afternoon, Council approved first reading for $10 million through a COVID-19 Response Borrowing Bylaw.
City of Red Deer to host modified summer day camps
June 16, 2020 9:37 AM
The City of Red Deer has been working hard to plan for the return of modified summer day camps amid the on-going COVID-19 pandemic.
Registration for summer day camps delayed until Thursday
June 16, 2020 5:03 PM
Earlier today, The City of Red Deer announced that modified summer day camps will be held in July and August.
Downtown parking fees reinstated in phased approach
June 17, 2020 9:18 AM
Parking fees will be reinstated in a phased manner starting June 22 after The City made modifications to parking operations during the initial stages of its municipal response to COVID-19.
City to begin phased reopening of recreation facilities
June 18, 2020 12:01 PM
A phased and gradual reopening of indoor and outdoor recreation amenities will begin next week and continue throughout the summer.
Traffic disruption at the intersection of Gaetz Avenue and 32 Street for storm system replacement
June 25, 2020 1:18 PM
Motorists and pedestrians are advised of a two week traffic disruption at the intersection of Gaetz Avenue and 32 Street starting Tuesday, June 30.
City deactivates COVID-19 Emergency Operations Centre
June 25, 2020 2:16 PM
Following 101 consecutive days of Emergency Operations Centre (EOC) activation, The City of Red Deer deactivated its EOC as its municipal relaunch strategy continues.
Some public washrooms in parks to-reopen
June 26, 2020 2:08 PM
Seven public washrooms located in parks across the city will open on Saturday, June 27. These facilities, that normally open in the Spring, have remained closed due to COVID-19 restrictions.
Front-door boarding and front-of-bus fare collection resumes Thursday
June 29, 2020 12:01 PM
In line with the provincial government’s phase 2 relaunch, Transit will resume front-door boarding and front-of-bus fare collection on Thursday, July 2.
Blue Grass Central Spray and Play to open July 9
June 29, 2020 6:08 PM
While the outdoor pool and Discovery Canyon will remain closed this season, the reopening of the Blue Grass Sod Farm Central Spray and Play and the Lava Rock at Kin Kanyon is scheduled for July 9, 2020.
Outdoor fitness classes to start July 7 in Red Deer
June 30, 2020 9:58 AM
Red Deerians are invited to participate in The City’s new outdoor fitness classes, starting July 7 at Setters Place at Great Chief Park.