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Payment at Aldersyde, Blackie and West Foothills Bulk Fill Stations is now fully operational. We thank you for your patience and apologize for the inconvenience. For information on bulk fill water stations visit: https://ow.ly/Ncto50PNryT
Due to the state of affairs in the province, current prolonged heat conditions, and upcoming forecasted weather, Foothills County has moved to Fire Ban status. The overall fire danger is increasing rapidly due to prolonged hot temperatures,…
PROPOSED LAND USE BYLAW AMENDMENTS PUBLIC HEARING – JUNE 26, 2024, AT 2:00 P.M. A public hearing has been scheduled for June 26, 2024, at 2:00 P.M. on proposed amendments to current provisions under the County’s Land Use Bylaw. These amendments are…
CLOSURE EXTENDED Foothills County will be closing 682 Avenue W between 112 Street W and 96 Street W on June 12 from 8:00am to 4:00 pm for culvert installations. Traffic may detour on 80 Street W and Highway 540 to avoid the closure. We apologize for the…
The 2024 combined Assessment and Tax Notices were mailed on June 5, 2024.  Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, Section 311(2), all assessed persons are deemed to have received their assessment notices as a result of this advertisement. The…
Public Works will be closing a portion of 722 Ave between 40 St E and 72 St E on June 5, 2024 at 8:00 a.m. until 4:30 p.m. for culvert replacement Traffic can detour into the County of Willow Creek Via Range Rd 292, Township Rd 164 and 294. We…
The Town of Okotoks is hosting an Open House on May 30, 2024 from 5 - 7 p.m. at the Foothills Centennial Centre to receive public feedback on its proposed North Point Area Structure Plan (ASP). The ASP includes a mix of industrial, commercial, and…
Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors' planned upgrades to Highway 2, between North of the Sheep River and the Hwy 2A/552 Interchange, are scheduled for construction beginning April 29, 2024. Construction will begin at Highway 2 and 306 Avenue,…
Foothills Regional Landfill is a partner of Clean Farms and accepts recyclable materials related to farm work. The landfill can accept fertilizer containers, totes, and drums; as well as seed, pesticide, and inoculant bags and large tote bags. Clean…
Foothills County owns and operates the irrigation system that serves the residents of Hawk’s Landing. Following a recent survey, Council authorized a study for the purpose of determining whether additional storage would improve the system which regularly…
Foothills County and the Scott Seaman Sports Rink  have taken delivery of our new Electric Olympia Millennium E Ice Resurfacer.  The Municipal Climate Change Action Centre’s Electric Vehicles for Municipalities (EVM) program, which is funded by…
Take part in Wheatland County's Drought Resilient Crop Production workshop, an opportunity to learn about enduring extended drought conditions in our region. Hear about soil moisture and management, drought management, irrigation, crop systems to manage…
Register today for Wheatland County's Farmer Pesticide Certification course. This course helps farmers reduce risks associated with pesticide use and is mandatory for those who wish to use restricted pesticides requiring certification such as aluminum…