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.
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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.
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.
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
City Council Recap – May 20, 2025
May 20, 2025 6:10 PM
The following decisions were made at the Monday, May 20, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting.
Red Deer City Council gives first reading to updated Intermunicipal Development Plan
May 21, 2025 11:56 AM
The City of Red Deer and Red Deer County have taken another step toward a shared vision for long-term growth and development with the first reading of the updated Intermunicipal Development Plan (IDP).
Have your say on “Growing Red Deer, Together,” public engagement about Red Deer’s future housing options
May 21, 2025 1:25 PM
Red Deerians are invited to join the conversation about how Red Deer should welcome more people and homes, while maintaining quality of life in our existing neighbourhoods.
Citizens invited to view Electric Utility business plan
May 22, 2025 10:02 AM
A public business plan is now available as part of The City’s Electric Utility Modernization Project, offering residents an in-depth look at a potential shift to a new governance model for The City’s Electric Utility.
Indoor facilities at Heritage Ranch will close as City seeks new operator
May 26, 2025 3:42 PM
Indoor facilities and ranch operations at Heritage Ranch will cease with the termination of the operator’s contract, which is set to take effect June 9, 2025.
Call for artists: Canadian Pacific Rail Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Project public art
May 27, 2025 10:31 AM
Canadian artists or artist teams are invited to submit expressions of interest in the first stage of a two-stage competition for public artwork to be installed as part of the Canadian Pacific Rail (CPR) Pedestrian Bridge Rehabilitation Project.
Outdoor water amenities, including the Outdoor Pool, set to open this weekend
May 27, 2025 11:16 AM
With warmer weather on the horizon, Red Deerians can look forward to cooling off in Red Deer’s outdoor water amenities starting this weekend.
Transit Fare Assistance Pass renewal deadline extended to June 30
May 28, 2025 12:00 PM
To ensure all eligible riders have time to maintain their reduced fare transit access, The City of Red Deer has extended the Transit Fare Assistance Pass renewal deadline to June 30, 2025.
Water and wastewater annual report available on City’s website
May 30, 2025 10:44 AM
The City of Red Deer is pleased to announce the release of its inaugural Water and Wastewater Annual Report.
Temporary spring road bans lifted
May 30, 2025 10:46 AM
Due to consistent warm weather, temporary road bans throughout the city will come to an end at 7 a.m. on June 2, 2025.
Red Deer Emergency Services responds to structure fire
May 30, 2025 8:22 PM
Shortly before 7 p.m. on May 30, Red Deer Emergency Services (RDES) responded to a reported structure fire at a townhouse complex located at 4251 54 Ave.