Author: Candace Gutsche

Annual ratepayer meetings are planned for May and June, beginning May 22 in Buffalo. At these public meetings, residents can meet with Advisory Councillors and Special Areas staff right in their communities. The annual ratepayer meeting “tour” translates to over 1,200 kilometers on the road. Annual...

Special Areas is investigating expanding potable water systems and wants to hear from potential users! To help us better understand the potential for expansion of existing water systems, we have asked MPE Engineering to complete some initial feasibility work focused on the following areas: Watts area ...

[caption id="attachment_15487" align="alignright" width="225"] PC: SAB[/caption] Work to repair the Dorothy Elevator began earlier this month, including the installation of a new roof, repairs to the cupola structure at the top of the elevator, and work to refurbish portions of the exterior. This work is expected...

Effective March 26th, 2025, the Special Areas Board is informing the public that a fire advisory is in effect and extends throughout Special Areas No. 2, 3 and 4. The Special Areas Board advises extreme caution and that only necessary burning should take place. The public...

Check out all these events happening in our area! Coyotes, Gophers & Boars, Oh My! Online Webinar Series- Register here FCC Young Farmer Summit Online free event bringing farmers under 40 together to explore the business side of farming - Register here 2025 ABP Beef Research Showcase Enjoy a full day...

Effective Thursday, March 6th, 2025 at 1:00 p.m. a road ban will be placed on all municipal oiled, base coursed and paved roads in Special Areas 2, 3 and 4 restricting bus, truck and trailer traffic to seventy-five percent (75%) of authorized load limits; and...

By: Jesse Williams, Agricultural Fieldman, Special Area No.2 On February 27, 2025 the Rumsey Community Hall welcomed 147 female cattle producers to the Tri-County Ladies Calving Clinic hosted by Starland County, Stettler County and Special Area No. 2 Agricultural Services Departments. This unique female-led learning opportunity...

Special Areas is considering amendments to the Land Use Order related to Battery Energy Storage System. You can learn more about proposed amendments to the Land Use Order here To view the Special Areas Land Use Order, click here. A public hearing is being held on Tuesday,...

Looking for spare parts or discounted items for your operation? Special Areas has surplus items up for bid. You can view these items below and many more at the Youngstown Service Centre on February 26, 2025 from 12:30 PM – 3:00 PM If you can’t make the...

The Dust Abatement Program is offered by the Special Areas Board to help control dust created by vehicles traveling on gravel roads near residences. This program is managed on an application basis, with applications accepted on an annual basis. Dust abatement will be completed once per...