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Approved Development Permit 24-21   The following Development Permit has been approved in the Town of Falher.   PERMIT NO. 24-21 LEGAL DESCRIPTION:Lot 12, Block 13, Plan 3005NY; CIVIC ADDRESS:  133 2ND AVE SE PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: FENCE DATE OF DECISION: October 8, 2024   Any person affected by this decision may appeal to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Town of Falher, Box 155 Falher, AB  T0H 1M0.   Such an appeal to the Secretary of the Development Appeal Board shall be submitted on the prescribed form (Form D – Development Appeal Application) and shall include the fee for submitting an appeal. Read More →

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Approved Development permit 24-20 The following Development Permit has been approved in the Town of Falher.   PERMIT NO. 24-20 LEGAL DESCRIPTION:Lot 10, Block 2, Plan 5556CC; CIVIC ADDRESS:  #4 1ST AVE SW PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT: STORAGE SHED DATE OF DECISION: October 8, 2024   Any person affected by this decision may appeal to the Secretary of the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board, Town of Falher, Box 155 Falher, AB  T0H 1M0.   Such an appeal to the Secretary of the Development Appeal Board shall be submitted on the prescribed form (Form D – Development Appeal Application) and shall include the fee for submitting an appeal. Read More →

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Notice of application to be filed for approval to renew the natural gas franchise agreement between the Town of Falher and ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. Application summary   The Alberta Utilities Commission expects to receive an application from ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. to renew its franchise agreement with the Town of Falher, following the submission deadline indicated below. The franchise agreement will, subject to further renewal, continue to allow ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. the exclusive right to deliver natural gas to the residents of Town of Falher for approximately ten years from the effective date of the franchise agreement. The franchise feeRead More →

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Notice of Meeting – Date Change Pursuant to Section 193 of the Municipal Government Act, please be advised that a Regular meeting of Council has been moved from Wednesday, October 9th, 2024, to Tuesday October 8th, 2024. This meeting is scheduled for 7:00 p.m and will be held in the Council Chambers at the Town of Falher Office, in the Town of Falher.   Avis de réunion – Changement de date Conformément à l’article 193 de la Loi sur le “Municipal Government Act”, veuillez prendre note qu’une réunion ordinaire du conseil a été déplacée du mercredi 9 octobre 2024 au mardi 8 octobre 2024. CetteRead More →

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PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release   Mayor Donna Buchinski of Falher Honoured with Alberta Municipalities Award of Excellence Falher, Alberta, August 14, 2024– The Town of Falher is proud to announce that Mayor Donna Buchinski has been recognized with the esteemed Alberta Municipalities Award of Excellence. The award will be officially presented during the 2024 Alberta Municipalities Annual Convention and Trade Show in Red Deer, a gathering that celebrates outstanding municipal professionals across Alberta. Mayor Buchinski’s award is a testament to her more than 25 years of dedicated service and outstanding civic leadership in the Town of Falher. Since her initial election as a CouncillorRead More →

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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING LAND USE BYLAW NO. 24-04 TOWN OF FALHER Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, being Chapter M-26 of the Statutes of Alberta, notice is hereby given that the Council of Town of Falher will hold a public hearing prior to the 1ST reading of Bylaw No. 24-04. Bylaw No. 24-04 proposes to repeal and replace the current Land Use Bylaw No. 14-05, adopted in 2014. Some of the key features of Bylaw No. 24-04 include the following: ✓Clear definitions and regulations; ✓Expanded list of permitted and discretionary uses all land use districts; ✓New residential developments include Tiny Homes and Shouse/Barndominium; ✓ExpandedRead More →

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CAREER POSTING: DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS April 30, 2024 Job Title: Director of Public Works Company: Town of Falher Location: Falher, AB Position Type: Full-Time ; Monday-Friday with occasional weekends/on-call Applications accepted until suitable applicant is found. About Us: The Town of Falher is seeking a qualified and experienced individual to join our team as the Director of Public Works. We are a vibrant and dynamic community committed to providing excellent public services and maintaining a high quality of life for our residents. The Director of Public Works will play a crucial role in shaping and overseeing the infrastructure and public services that contribute toRead More →

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Falher’s Newest EV CHARGING STATION FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE   Town of Falher Boosts Sustainable Tourism with New Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Town of Falher, March 25, 2024 – In a groundbreaking move towards sustainable tourism, the Town of Falher is set to welcome electric vehicle (EV) enthusiasts with the installation of new charging stations. The project, generously funded by the SouthGrow Regional Initiative (SGRI) in collaboration with the Municipal Climate Change Action Centre (MCCAC), and Natural Resources Canada (NRCan) through the Zero Emission Vehicle Infrastructure Program (ZEVIP), aims to enhance the town’s appeal for environmentally conscious travelers. The SouthGrow Electric Vehicle Charging Program (EVCP), aRead More →

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Town of Falher Truck Fill Closure   Town of Falher Truck Fill Closure – Extension December 13, 2023 After discussions with the Smoky River Regional Water Commission, the Town of Falher has made motion to extend the operation of the Town of Falher Truck Fill Station through 2024, with a revised closing date of January 1, 2025. The goal of this extension will allow the region to establish a suitable service replacement. Should you have any further questions on this matter, please contact the undersigned via email cao@falher.ca or via phone at 780.837.2247 x103.   Thank you, James Bell Chief Administrative Officer   —- NovemberRead More →

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CLOSED – Big Red Slide Recently some safety concerns presented themselves at the Honey Capital Park, specifically with our ‘Big Red Slide’. Our crews, combined with local experts are assessing the issues in order to provide a safe playground for our region. Unfortunately, however, the current condition means we cannot allow the public to use the ‘Big Red Slide’. The tower structure itself remains safe to use and the 2 smaller slides remain open. This winter’s intense freeze thaw cycle caused excessive tension on the slide tube, and thus the damage we are left with. We are working to finalize some cost estimates for totalRead More →