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June 2018
BIGHORN NEWS
In This Issue:
MD Finance.....................................2
MD Information.............................3
Emergency Preparedness........4
Bylaw News....................................5
Community Services..................7
Municipal Calendar....................8
Photo credit - Marie Gath
Page 2 of 8 Bighorn News Finances PROPERTY TAXES It’s that time of year again. Property tax notices were mailed out in May. If you are not on our TIPPS monthly tax payment program your taxes must be paid in full on or before June 29, 2018. To avoid penalties for late payment, you may take advantage of the many ways in which to pay your taxes on time: Send a Cheque Via the Mail Mailed cheques with post marks on or before June 29th will be considered paid on time. Don’t forget to send the top part of the tax notice with your cheque so we can credit the correct account. Internet and Telephone Banking Please contact your bank for details on how to use these services. 24-Hour Drop-Off After hours your payment and the accompanying top portion of the tax notice may be left in the secure drop box to the right of the front doors of the Municipal office. Join the Monthly TIPPS Payment Plan or One-time Withdrawal We can take a one-time or monthly payment directly from your account. Call Lynda at 403-673-3611 or email finance@mdbighorn.ca for more information. In Person We are happy to accept payment by cash, cheque, or using your debit card at our office during normal business hours. We do not accept credit cards for tax payments. What Types of Taxes Are Collected? Your tax bill includes municipal taxes, education taxes, and senior foundation requisitions; only the municipal taxes are retained by the Municipal District of Bighorn to help pay for municipal services. More information about these services can be found in the mailout sent with your tax notice or online at www.mdbighorn.ca/391/taxes
Page 3 of 8 Bighorn News
MD Information
2018 SPRING CLEAN-UPS AND LANDFILL HOURS
LOCATION CLEAN UP WEEKEND PICK-UP DATES
Dead Man’s Flats /
May 19 & 20, 2018 May 22, 2018
Kananaskis Settlement
Harvie Heights June 16 & 17, 2018 June 18, 2018
Lac Des Arcs June 9 & 10, 2018 June 11, 2018
Exshaw June 2 & 3, 2018 June 4, 2018
Benchlands May 26 & 27, 2018 May 28, 2018
FRANCIS COOKE REGIONAL LANDFILL
HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday through Saturday
8:00 am - 4:00 pm
For more information call 637-2708
RULES FOR 2018 SPRING CLEAN-UPS AND LANDFILL HOURS
1. Only brush will be picked up.
2. MATERIAL THAT IS IN BAGS WILL NOT BE PICKED UP. PLEASE USE COMPOST FACILITIES
FOR LEAVES AND GRASS.
3. Other Materials will not be picked up and remain the responsibility of the resident to take to the appropriate
recycling, or landfill site. Household garbage goes in the normal waste stream to Calgary.
4. No materials may be place on road sides after midnight on Sunday.
5. There is a limit of one load per household. A truck load is considered to be 8’×7’×4’.
6. Material for pick-up should be no longer that 8 feet in length and neatly stacked alongside the roadway in
a manner, which does not impair traffic or become a safety concern. Branches and bushes stacked with all
the trunks parallel will be easier to pick-up with our Skid Steer. ANY BRUSH LONGER THAN 8 FEET
WILL NOT BE PICKED UP.
7. There is no charge for this service.
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Emergency Preparedness
ARE YOU PREPARED???
May 6-12 was Emergency Preparedness Week across Canada, so we are taking this opportunity to advise
residents of several things that they can do along with the M.D. to ensure Emergency Preparedness.
No one ever thinks a disaster will happen to them. Your best strategy in dealing with a disaster is to be
as prepared as possible. You should be able to take care of yourself and your family for 72 hours. Use
this checklist to stock a basic 72-hour kit and add items depending on your family’s needs. Ideally,
your kit should be stored in a waterproof and wheeled container. You may have to stay in your home
without electricity or water, or you may have to evacuate your home for a period of time.
Things to have on hand:
• Flashlight
• Batteries (to be checked every year on your
birthday)
• Candles and matches in a plastic bag
• Water- Two litres of water per person per day
(include small bottles that can be carried easily in
case of an evacuation order)
• Food: That won’t spoil, such as canned food,
energy bars and dried foods (remember to replace
the food and water once a year)
• Manual can opener
• First aid kit - prescription medications
• Extra house and car keys
• Cash (smaller bills)
• Blankets
• Small washcloths and or baby wipes
• A large sealable plastic container to keep things in
• Emergency contact list (resources, friends and
relatives)
• Cell Phone Charger
You may have heard starting April 6, 2018, Canadians will begin receiving life-saving emergency alerts to cell phones and
wireless devices that are compatible with wireless public alerting. The Canadian wireless public alert was developed by
the federal government in partnership with the provinces and territories, the Weather Network, the broadcasting industry
and wireless service providers.
The Canadian wireless public alert complements all the Alberta Emergency Alert message delivery services such as the
website, Facebook and Twitter and the mobile applications. Albertans can follow any one of these to receive more detailed
instructions and information in the event of an emergency.
Check out the official Alberta Government website at https://www.emergencyalert.alberta.ca/
The M.D. of Bighorn incorporates the mass notification system called CivicReady, which complements the Alberta
Emergency Alert service. CivicReady allows the M.D. to quickly and effectively communicate with all registered residents
throughout the M.D. during an emergency. We strongly encourage every resident and businesses to take advantage of this
notification system. Please visit the M.D.’s Website and click on and get signed up today!!!
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BYLAW NEWS
THE TRUTH ABOUT DOG DEFECATION
Here’s What Happens to Doggy Waste When Not Removed from Your Yard or Any Public Trail
1. Decomposition begins and toxic bacteria, parasites and viruses seep into the soil.
2. With rain and humidity speeding up the process, the defecation enters the water supply.
3. As waste water treatment systems are not designed to filter dog waste, these bacteria enter
beaches, lakes, streams and your drinking water.
4. Those bacteria or pathogens inflict disease causing symptoms such as fever, vomiting and a
whole list of colon related effects we won’t elaborate on, but trust us, they’re not pleasant.
It is a common misconception that dog waste will simply act as fertilizer, enriching the soil. Actually, the opposite
is true. Unlike herbivores, a dog’s diet is made up of mostly animal products which means their waste cannot be
composted. The number of bacteria in a single gram of dog waste can contain 23 million fecal coli form bacteria,
which are known to cause cramps, diarrhea, intestinal illness and serious kidney disorders in humans. Dog waste can
also carry worms such as round worm, whipworm, hookworms, tapeworms and heart worms. Grossed out yet? Upon
recent observations, Bylaw has spoken with several dog owners, none of which picked up after their pets or even had a
doggy bag on them to do so. To make matters worse, the dogs are defecating directly in the creek bed. This isn’t just a
matter of common courtesy, this negligence may cause our community serious health issues and water contamination,
which as you may imagine, cannot simply be reversed.
The nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorous contained in dog feces when leeched into our water also cause rapid
algae growth. Abundant algae blooms block sunlight and deplete oxygen in the water, killing off aquatic organisms,
especially fish. The amount of waste accumulating attracts other unwanted vermin, which also carry the diseases
caused by the bacteria.
Please note the fine for failure to immediately pick up your dog’s waste is $250.00.
For your convenience, there are doggy bag stations located throughout the hamlets and trail systems.
Bylaw Thanks you for your anticipated cooperation.
SUMMER CAMP FIRES, SMORES AND MORE!
As the weather warms up and children are out of school, families have more
evening time to spend together. Great stories are told and memories made around
the campfire! Please remember the following if you decide to have a backyard or
recreational ‘campfire’:
• Keep fires in a fire pit composed of non-combustible materials such as rocks,
brick or concrete.
• Ensure that the fire pit is surrounded by gravel or other non-combustible
material
• Fire pits should not be within 3 metres of a property line, building or fence or
beneath any trees or near any vehicles
• A good water source should be kept near-by
In addition please remember that backyard or recreational camp fires must not be
over 1 meter in height or width and not emit dense smoke or embers - or cause any
danger to any person or neighbouring properties. Wood must be dry and not treated
with any resins or paints.All fires must be properly supervised at all times and
extinguished by 1:00 am.
REMEMBER:
Backyard fires are for recreational purposes only and not to burn construction debris, brush or any other waste.
And as for the smores – you have our full permission to enjoy as many as you can.
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Bylaw News
DOG NEWS
A reminder that the all dogs in the Hamlets of Exshaw, Lac Des Arc,
Dead Man’s Flats and Harvie Heights are required to be licensed.
Reminder notices have been sent to dog owners that renewals are
past due for 2018. Renewal notices continue to be sent throughout
the year until all owners have complied with the M.D. BYLAW
06/05 DOMESTIC ANIMAL CONTROL. If you haven’t obtained
or renewed your pet license, please contact the M.D. office and we
will be happy to get it set up!! You can also find the application at
http://mdbighorn.ca/ click on Residents tab, Pet License and then
click on dog license registration forms.
If you are new to one of the Hamlets or have a new dog; then a
license will need to be purchased. This is to assist the Peace Officers
to identify lost/found dogs and return them to their owners as soon
as possible.
Did you know that if you send a photograph of your dog to the M.D. we can add the photo of your dog, to
the license record for quick identification. This is another way to ensure quick return of your dog if they are
picked up by the Peace Officers.
Kindly send all information regarding your pet (s) with a clear photograph to our email at
bighorn@mdbighorn.ca
BYLAW 17/15- FIREWORKS Bylaw 03/08 - Streets and Roads
PROHIBITION
(20) A vehicle or vehicle with any type of trailer attached
This Bylaw prohibits the possession, sale, which exceeds 7.5 metres in length but does not exceed 11
storage, purchase and discharge of fireworks metres in length shall only be parked on a Highway in the
within the M.D. The penalty for breach of the M.D. under the following conditions
(i) On a roadway in a residential area for a period not
Bylaw is, upon summary of conviction, a fine
exceeding 24 hours: or
ranging from $100 - $5,000 per occurrence. (ii) At a location that has been designated by a sign,
installed by municipal forces.
(25) No operator or owner shall leave parked or permit
to be parked on any Highway a trailer, whether the trailer
is designed for occupancy of persons or the carrying of
goods or equipment; a semi-trailer, mobile equipment or
any Vehicle which has been
detached from the vehicle used
to draw it.
For more information,
Contact the M.D. Peace Officers at The fine for an infraction under
403-673-3611 this act is $57.
Page 7 of 8 Bighorn News
Community Services
COMMUNITIES IN BLOOM - BEST GARDEN SELECTION
As a way to recognize the care and attention residents put into having a beautiful
yard and garden in harmony with our surroundings and wildlife, the M.D. is again
participating in the Communities in Bloom – Best Garden Selection Program.
Residents can nominate themselves or their neighbors for recognition between June
01-15 using our online nomination form and attaching up to 6 photos. All residents
may then vote online for “Residents Choice Awards” between June 22 and July 15.
Nomination and voting links can be found at
mdbighorn.ca/536/Best-Garden-Selection.
Winning gardeners must provide a photo of the sign in their garden by August 15, for use by
Scotts and the M.D., and return the sign to the M.D. in the fall for reuse the following year
This is a casual, fun program, informally evaluated on these criteria: Tidiness, Environmental Action, Heritage
Conservation, Urban Forestry, Landscape, Floral Displays, Use of Native Plants and Water Conservation.
If you have questions, please call or email Community Services deb.grady@mdbighorn.ca.
COMMUNITY SERVICE GRANTS
Please Join Us
The M.D. of Bighorn for
provides grants, to eligible Blessing Ceremonies
recipients, for various at the
purposes: to recognized “Telling Our Stories”
Community Associations/
Groups needing funds
Stoney Nakoda Story Signs
for recreation, culture, Wednesday, June 6, 2018
FCSS and facility-related
projects; to organizations
sponsoring special activities of benefit to M.D.
residents as a whole; or other initiatives/causes/
purposes of a broader scope, that will benefit the M.D. Together We Celebrate
a Collaborative
The deadline to apply for 2019 Community Service Canada 150 Project by
Grant funding is Friday August 24, 2018 and grant Chiniki Elders Advisory Council and
accounting (final or interim) for all 2018 Community Municipal District of Bighorn
Service, Council Initiative and Community Facility Everyone is Welcome at all Ceremonies
Enhancement Fund Grants is due August 17, 2018.
For more details on this and other M.D. grant programs RSVP by noon on June 1, 2018 to:
see mdbighorn.ca/310/Community-Grants deb.grady@mdbighorn.ca or call
(403) 673 3611, extension 223
If you have additional questions, please call or email More information can be obtained at:
Community Services https://www.mdbighorn.ca/calendar.aspx?eid=1214
deb.grady@mdbighorn.caPage 8 of 8 Bighorn News
Municipal Calendar of Events
Date Meetings Time / Place
Agriculture Services and Environmental Advisory
June 1st 9:00 am - Council Chambers
Board
June 6th Bighorn Corridor Environment Committee 4:00 pm - Council Chambers
June 12th Council Meeting 9:00 am - Council Chambers
June 20th Municipal Planning Commission 9:00 am- Council Chambers
June 25th Streets and Roads Committee 9:00 am- Council Chambers
June 25th Municipal Excellence Committee 11:00 am - Council Chambers
June 26th Finance & Economic Development Committee 9:00 am - Council Chambers
July 1st Canada Day
July 2nd Office Closed
July 10th Council Meeting 9:00 am - Council Chambers
July 18th Municipal Planning Commission 9:00 am - Council Chambers
July 23th Streets and Roads Committee 9:00 am- Council Chambers
July 23th Municipal Excellence Committee 11:00 am - Council Chambers
July 24th Finance & Economic Development Committee 9:00 am - Council Chambers
August 6th Civic Holiday Office Closed
August 14th Council Meeting 9:00 am - Council Chambers
August 15th Municipal Planning Commission 9:00 am - Council Chambers
August 27th Streets and Roads Committee 9:00 am - Council Chambers
August 27th Municipal Excellence Committee 11:00 am - Council Chambers
August 28th Finance & Economic Development Committee 9:00 am - Council Chambers
Municipal Website:
www.mdbighorn.ca MD of Bighorn @MDBighorn @ExshawFire
Contact us Council
Reeve
Phone: 403-673-3611
Dene Cooper, dene.cooper@mdbighorn.ca
Calgary Direct: 403-233-7678
Fax: 403-673-3895 Deputy Reeve
Email: bighorn@mdbighorn.ca Erik Butters, erik.butters@mdbighorn.ca
Website: www.mdbighorn.ca Councillors
Mailing/Civic Address: Lisa Rosvold, lisa.rosvold@mdbighorn.ca
Box 310 #2 Heart Mountain Drive Paul Ryan, paul.ryan@mdbighorn.ca
Exshaw, AB T0L 2C0 Paul Clark, paul.clark@mdbighorn.caYou can also read
