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lan hdmonton: Monitoring Our Progress 1999 provides an annual update on the actions taken and the progress made to implement Plan Edmonton, hdmonton's Municipal Development Plan. Plan Edmonton is City Council's strategic policy framework and provides direction for Edmonton's physical, economic and social development. Monitoring Our Progress is structured to reflect the five municipal responsibility areas identified by Council as essential to support Edmonton's quality of life: • Planned Growth • Economic Development • Services to People • Infrastructure Development and Maintenance • Leadership and Regional Cooperation and to reflect the intermunicipal planning requirements of the Municipal Government Act. Statements of Council's priorities for each municipal responsibility area, and for intermunicipal planning, are accompanied by a summary of city department and agency implementation activities. Some specific actions of Council are also identified.
Plan Edmonton commits the City to pursue new initiatives and to continue the services, facilities and policies that our citizens value and expect. Monitoring Our Progress acknowledges these commitments by reporting on ongoing activities as well as new initiatives and milestones. A look ahead at future actions scheduled in the Corporate Business Plan and emerging issues is also provided. The objective of Monitoring Our Progress is to provide an accounting of the implementation of Plan Edmonton. The report is based on a comprehensive monitoring system that tracks actions that implement Plan Edmonton's priorities and strategies using input from of all City departments and agencies. Over time, changing conditions and priorities, as well as progress in achieving the objectives identified in Plan Edmonton, will be reflected in the monitoring system and in future monitoring reports. New challenges and opportunities that demand responses will be identified. Where appropriate, Council will amend Plan Edmonton to maintain it as an up-to-date strategic plan and a vital aid to civic governance.
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Plowed growth
Planned Growth addresses the municipal mandate to manage land use and development. A physical growth strategy and land development philosophy will meet long-term development needs. Investment in mature neighbourhoods and business areas will be promoted. New growth in suburban areas will be accommodated in a fiscally responsible manner. Priorities include making effective use of investments in infrastructure and providing for access to natural areas and open spaces. The City will work with its private and public sector partners to maintain the quality of the urban environment.
Plan Edmonton priorities for Planned Growth are: • Balanced land development • An attractive, dynamic downtown • Utilization of existing infrastructure • Development of economic activity centres within Edmonton • Reinvestment in mature neighbourhoods • Preservation and enhancement of the natural environment and open spaces • Managing suburban growth • Plan for population growth
Ongoing Performance (sOpporting Plan Edmonton's priorities) Land Development Philosophy
Council exercises authority over Edmonton's land development processes. Council dealt with 167 planning bylaws and Planning and Development issued 19,377 development and building permits in 1999. City departments consider infrastructure costs and capacities, urban design, compatibility of uses, transportation, access to parks, natural areas, pipelines, utility corridors and conserving resources in making planning recommendations to Council. Development costs are shared equitably by developers and the City through a number of financing programs. Asset Management and Public Works develops and sells industrial land.
Downtown Development
Council's budget allocations allow a partnership between Planning and Development and the Downtown Advisory Committee to implement the Capital Ci0 Downtown Plan. The partnership manages parking, administers the housing reinvestment program, recruits business, creates arts partnerships and promotes the downtown. continued on next page
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Utilization of Existing Infrastructure
Planet/Growth
The expansion of urban development into agricultural lands is restricted. The availability and capacity of infrastructure and the cost of new infrastructure are factored into departmental recommendations to Council on planning matters. Asset Management and Public Works and Community Services lease space to charitable, social and recreation groups and form partnerships to develop and maintain community facilities.
Economic Activity Centres Within the City
EDE promotes economic activity centres, especially the Edmonton Research Park, while City departments undertake planning and infrastructure development activities to support the development of these areas.
Reinvestment in Mature Neighbourhoods
Mature area development regulations, area redevelopment plans, neighbourhood transportation studies and the heritage program promote reinvestment in mature areas. The Neighbourhood Infrastructure Program is a co-ordinated program for rehabilitating residential neighbourhoods. Streetscape and infrastructure upgrading programs are also prepared in co-operation with local businesses and property owners to revitalize business areas. Community Services upgrades and adapts parks, playgrounds and sportsfields in mature neighbourhoods to meet the changing needs of neighbourhood residents.
Preservation and Enhancement of the Natural Environment and Open Spaces
Planning and Development administers the North Saskatchewan River Valley Bylaw and its environmental review process, and undertakes natural site assessment review and environmental impact review. City and provincial departments are working on the determination of crown interests in water bodies. Community Services acquires land for parks, environmental reserves and natural areas, creates naturalized play areas on school and park lands and along roadways, and implements the Ribbon of Green Master Plan.
Managing Suburban Growth
Council manages suburban growth through a hierarchy of planning instruments: Plan Edmonton, area structure plans, neighbourhood structure plans and servicing concept design briefs. Planning and Development promotes contiguous development patterns and development staging to reduce the overall cost of building and maintaining infrastructure. City departments manage programs for financing and building infrastructure.
Population Growth
Long range infrastructure and land development plans take into account the expected population growth of Edmonton. Planning and Development monitors population growth and new development to keep expectations on target. coin/soiled on next page
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The Subdivision Authority allocates municipal reserve for schools and parks through the subdivision process. The City acquires school and park sites under the Joint Use Agreement between the City and the School Boards. Community Services assembles school and park sites, Asset Management and Public Works administers the corporate land inventory.
Sour Gas Facilities
Planning and Development reviews development proposals abutting sour gas facilities.
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Planning and Development initiated work on a new land use bylaw to reflect the land development philosophy of Plan Edmonton.
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Planning and Development initiated work on the Industrial Land Strategy, the Top of Bank Policy, and the Heritage Valley Servicing Concept Design Brief.
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Asset Management and Public Works initiated the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Strategy, the Storm Servicing Strategy, and the Sewer Charge Rate for New Development.
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Community Services initiated the Multi-Use Trails Corridor Study, work to refine Polig C467, Conservation of Natnral Sites on Edmonton's Table Lands, the Whitemud Integrated Plan and a review of land holdings to enhance open spaces and the natural environment. Community Services also initiated a joint use parking study, a re-examination of dual use with the School Boards, and began construction on Louise McKinney Park.
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Highway 2 Corridor Design Guidelines (P&D) Sewer Charge Rate for New Development (AMPW) Naturescapes — an award-winning resource manual for greening school and park sites (ComS) Downtown's two-way street conversion (T&S) SERTS (Southeast Regional Trunk Sewer) lease agreement amended (AMPW) Community Economic Development Symposium in Alberta (ComS) Artist's Work Live — conversion of under-utilized commercial space to suites and work spaces for Edmonton artists (P&D) Review of Transportation and Utility Corridor (TUC) alignment plan to identify required trail/ open space linkages (ComS) Three Community Streetscape Improvements (P&D)
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The Edmonton Land Use Bylaw will be amended to reflect the land development philosophy of Plan Edmonton. An industrial land strategy will be prepared to ensure adequate land for economic growth.
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Council approved the Mature Areas Overlay (P&D)
Council approved plans for the revitalization of the inner city will be implemented on an ongoing basis. An urban intensification strategy will be prepared. Plan Edmonton Monitoring Our Progress, 1999 • May, 2000
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Plan Edmonton priorities for Economic
the City's leadership role in creating a positive and dynamic business climate within Edmonton and the Edmonton Capital Region. The goal of expanding the economic base will be achieved through effective economic development programs and by providing a "best value" business environment. Edmonton will build on its economic advantages through active partnerships with businesses, institutions and other governments to develop a strong city economy with a global orientation.
Development are: • Expanded business base • Positive City profile • Key ambassador role for the Mayor and Council • Positive business environment • Cost-effective municipal services • Strong regional economic ties • Active partnerships throughout the community • Supportive relationships with the provincial and federal governments • Global perspective • Safe and secure community
Ongoing Performance (supporting Plan Edmonton's priorities) Expanded Business Base
Council continues to implement the I 'ision for Economic Pro.poti through Economic Development Edmonton's (EDE) targeted strategies and the provision of municipal services and infrastructure. Council supports Edmonton's sports teams and tourism amenities such as Louise McKinney Park, and champions the 2001 World Championships in Athletics. EDE gives Council monthly briefings and has an annual meeting with Council. Progress on six strategic goals is described in EDE's 1999 Annual Report.
Positive City Profile
Council promotes the Edmonton a Smart City Initiative, working through EDE, City departments, and with the business, educational and cultural sectors.
Key Ambassador Role for Mayor and Council
The Mayor and Councillors continue to advance Edmonton's economic development interests by actively pursuing meetings with other levels of government and with local, regional, national and international business communities.
Positive Business Environment
Council supports business revitalization zones and streetscape improvement programs throughout the City by providing administrative support, partnership funding and the support of Council members. EDE promotes Edmonton's successes to audiences both at home and away roll tinned on ilext page
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Cost-Effective Municipal Services
Economic Development
Council and EDE are aggressive advocates for improved air service for Edmonton. Planning and Development produces an annual Propett, Tax and Uti4i Charges Sung to monitor the comparative costs of Edmonton's basic municipal services. Infrastructure programs such as EPCOR's cast iron renewal program and operating agreements enhance infrastructure reliability and performance.
Regional Economic Ties
Council, through the Alberta Capital Region Alliance, and EDE through participation on the Metro Edmonton Economic Development Team, promote regional economic development co-operation.
Active Partnerships
Asset Management and Public Works, Trans Alta and educational institutions are partnering to use and showcase the waste management facility, and to research enhanced construction efficiency. EDE works to develop networks with private and public sector partners in targeted economic sectors.
Supportive Relationships
Council advocates for jointly funded infrastructure development programs. EDE supports The Business Link, a joint initiative with the Government of Canada and the Government of Alberta.
Global Perspective
Through its promotional activities, EDE showcases local business and industry to the global marketplace and assists local businesses interested in international opportunities.
Safe Community Edmonton Police Service provides services which balance the requirement for response services with investigative, preventative and victim support activities. Safety is promoted through safety audits, safety awareness programs and development and design review with safety principles in mind. The Emergency Planning Officer monitors and updates the corporate and departmental emergency plans.
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• EDE initiated the development of a biotechnology centre, participated in development of the new Edmonton Capital Region Tourism Partnership, and partnered with Calgary to win the Travel Alberta International contract.
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Planning and Development initiated one-stop permits for commercial uses. • Community Services published the first COMMUM.0 Economic Development Directog, highlighting 40 organizations with different support networks for creating sustainable development, initiated the Women Building Futures program and the Enterprise Steering Committee. Human Resources initiated a Customer Service Training program and a Corporate Orientation Program for new employees.
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KPMG's international report card rated Edmonton as the best major city in central to western Canada and the U.S. to locate a medium-sized business and the 6' least expensive city in a 64-city field Project Germany was the first regional economic development initiative to receive formal support from Council and every municipality in the region (EDE) Implementation of Program-Based Budgeting to focus on service delivery (CorpSer) Components of the Edmonton Waste Management Centre opened (AMPW) Preparation and execution of corporate and departmental Y2K Contingency Plans (ERD) Programs to reduce total collisions per 1000 passenger vehicles (three year average) (T&S) Underground (URD) Standards Manual update to reduce servicing costs (EPCOR)
Looking Ahead (the next three years, a summary of approved Corporate Business Plan initiatives)
EPCOR initiated ISO 14001 Certification for its distribution and transmission business. Corporate Services entered partnerships with Alberta Registries and Quality Colour Group. Transportation and Streets initiated the red light camera program.
1999's Milestones (projects completed in 1999)
Benchmarking and performance measures will be used to demonstrate the provision of a competitive, cost-effective municipal services infrastructure, and a benchmarking reporting process will be implemented. Council's I 'iSi011 for Economic Prospetio will be supported. Support for hosting major sport and cultural events in Edmonton will be provided. Economic Development Edmonton's activities will be supported.
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Services to People deals with the delivery of City services that contribute to the safety, security, well-being and enjoyment of Edmonton's citizens. Services will be provided in an effective, efficient and citizen-oriented manner. The City will work in partnership with other organizations where service mandates are complementary. In planning and providing services, the City will take into account the different and changing characteristics and needs of communities. The City will support community development initiatives and volunteer activities.
Plan Edmonton priorities for Services to People are: • Regular assessment of service delivery roles • Support for neighbourhood and community development • Safety and security • Opportunities for recreation, culture and arts • Programming which contributes to wellbeing and quality of life • Respond to changing demographics • Support volunteers and volunteer services • Good customer service to citizens and businesses
Ongoing Performance (suPporting Plan Edmonton's priorities) Service Delivery Roles
Council establishes priorities and sets standards for the provision of services and programs that meet the needs of citizens and enhance the quality of life in Edmonton. Resources are allocated through the annual budget process and delivered by City departments and agencies.
Community Development
Community Services, Planning and Development and other City departments support community development through their work with community leagues, business revitalization zones and other community organizations. The Community Based Social Services system monitors information about services, including community development projects and activities.
Safety and Security
Edmonton's Police Service and Emergency Response enhance the delivery of Edmonton's protective and emergency services through the operation of 17 special purpose safety and security programs stressing prevention, intervention and education. Program delivery involves community participation and cooperation with Community Services and Planning and Development. configned on nod page
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Recreation, Culture and the Arts
Services to People
Council supports community organizations that provide and promote opportunities to enjoy recreation, culture and the arts through Community Investment Program funding grants. $3.4 million was granted in 1999. Venues, programs and services for recreational, cultural, artistic and learning experiences are delivered by Community Services, the Library, and Asset Management and Public Works. High quality library services are provided at eight city-owned libraries and seven additional library locations.
Well-being
Parks and open space are provided and maintained for each neighbourhood and the river valley, in tandem with developing and managing Enterprise Facilities and community facilities. Ongoing programs delivered by Community Services and other departments and agencies target prevention, education and service delivery to high-needs citizens while ensuring that all citizens have access to basic services such as public transit. The Mayor and Councillors have advocated for housing for the homeless. Planning, regulation and advocacy for social housing, low income housing and safe housing is a focus of Community Services' and Emergency Response's work. Community Services partners in Quality of Life reporting and on inter-agency social service committees.
Changing Demographics
All City departments use demographic information to plan, develop and deliver programs and services. City departments provide demographic, social and economic information to the public through free and at-cost publications and maps.
Volunteer Services Council supports volunteers through funding, facilitating partnerships, participating in programs and events and promoting the work and achievements of volunteers. Community Services and other departments support volunteer efforts to host major events.
Customer Service
Edmonton Public Library continues to work on a technology strategy and the use of on line/CD ROM subscriptions. City departments are developing one-stop service systems to improve customer service. Staff training programs like "Alberta Best" are used to enhance customer service.
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Service delivery reviews were initiated through Community Services' work on the draft Integrated Service Strategy and Emergency Response's work to review Fire Suppression/Rescue and Emergency Medical Services. Edmonton Police Service, Emergency Response and Community Services initiated 12 safety and security programs/projects. These included the Social Housing Strategy 2000-2010, seniors protection and prevention initiatives, crime prevention initiatives and dealing with derelict housing in the inner city.
1999's customer service initiatives included the corporate call centre project, a call centre training program, a new community information line for Community Services, Edmonton Public Library's computer upgrade to a web-based system and the implementation of combined permits by Planning and Development.
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Recreation, culture, the arts, and well-being were supported by the new Success by 6 Report Card project, initial work to host the 2001 World Championships in Athletics, work to develop comprehensive plans for recreation facilities and work to develop a management plan for facilities in the Enterprise Portfolio. Making demographic information more accessible to citizens is the focus of a new City project to provide demographic data and maps on the City Web site.
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Non-profit centre, Stanley A. Milner library (EPL) 1999 Civic Census (CorpS) DATS Accessibility Study and Affordable Fares Study (T&S/ComS) "Homelessness in Edmonton, A Call to Action" the final report of the Edmonton Homelessness Task Force, and a volunteerism research project (ComS) Defined maintenance responsibility roles for recreational and cultural facilities (AMPW/ComS)
Looking Ahead (the next three years, a summary of approved Corporate Business Plan initiatives) Corporate and departmental customer service standards and appropriate staff training will be established. A model for measuring and improving customer satisfaction levels will be developed. The responsibilities of the three levels of government and non-service providers will be reviewed and defined. A comprehensive, integrated long range plan for parks, recreation facilities and people-related services will be provided by Community Services. Advanced technologies to improve service delivery and access to information, consistent with Edmonton's status as a Smart City, will be implemented. The Corporation will help host the 2001 World Championships in Athletics.
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Infrastructure Development and Maintenance focuses on the City's responsibility for infrastructure ranging from roads, waste management systems and water systems to public buildings and park facilities. The City's fiscal objective is to meet the demand for new infrastructure while ensuring that existing infrastructure remains safe and reliable. The City's environmental strategy will maintain the quality of the natural environment for present and future generations. City priorities also address the development and use of advanced communications and information technology
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Plan Edmonton priorities for Infrastructure Development and Maintenance are: • Affordable, safe and sustainable infrastructure • A long term financial plan • Safe, efficient movement of people and goods • Protection of the natural environment • Effective and affordable waste collection, processing and disposal infrastructure • Communications infrastructure which uses advanced technology where appropriate
Ongoing Performance (supporting Plan Edmonton's priorities) Approach to Infrastructure
Council oversees the implementation of the City's Infrastrncture Strategy. Funds for new infrastructure and repairs are allocated through the capital budget process. Infrastructure is treated as an investment and different techniques, such as benchmarking, partnerships, investment strategies, management systems and rehabilitation programs are used to assess and increase its value. EPCOR works to maintain infrastructure and achieve cost reductions by upgrading distribution, refurbishing, adopting new technology and by reducing processing times.
Financing Infrastructure
The City's Long Range Financial Plan, financial performance reporting, budget and financial plan updates, consideration of infrastructure costs in development review and the annual business planning and budget process are used to link City plans to resources. con/ill/led on next page
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Movement of People and Goods
Infrastructure Derelopmellt and Maintenance
The new Trampodation Master Plan will be implemented as funds become available from the City's capital budget and other levels of government. Transportation and Streets proceeded with the Yellowhead Operational Review, acquisition of new low-floor buses, traffic management and safety improvements, and working with partners like CN/CP to facilitate projects. EDE participates on the Commercial Partnership for Goods Movement and the Alberta Aviation Strategy Task Force. Edmonton Regional Airports is working on air service development and strategic plan preparation and implementation.
Protection of the Natural Environment
All departments have provided input into the preparation of the Environmental Strategic Plan. Asset Management and Public Works protects river water quality by enforcing regulations, providing sanitary and storm servicing, treating water at the Gold Bar Wastewater Treatment Plant, and administering educational programs. EPCOR works with City departments and the province on water quality monitoring and research. Planning and Development, in partnership with other City departments and agencies, implements city policies, bylaws and procedures for environmental review of development affecting the river valley, natural sites, environmental reserve, and site contamination.
Waste Collection, Processing and Disposal Infrastructure
The development of the Edmonton's waste management facility continued with the opening of the recycling facility:
Communications The City of Edmonton maintains an Internet web presence providing Infrastructure information on City operations and programs. Communications and information technology, such as the award-winning POSSE system, continue to be deployed. The City's business processes are being updated to use new technology to improve service delivery.
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Investments were made in communications infrastructure, including call centre technology, corporate and departmental web sites, and call messaging. Council initiated the preparation of a design study for the South LRT, from the University of Alberta to Heritage Mall. The Province of Alberta announced they would design, build and fund the extension of Anthony Henday Drive from Whitemud Drive to Calgary Trail. Work will begin in 2000.
Council approved the Transportation Master Plan and Transportation System Bylaw 11778 (T&S) Council approved the Environmental Strategic Plan, Phase I (AMPW) City of Edmonton Servicing Standards Manual (P&D) Improvements to Customer Information Centre (T&S) Street Lighting Manual, an investigation of articulated bus use and a Pilot for Mobile Data Terminals in DATS vehicles (T&S) Computer Aided Facility Management and Remote Monitoring Data Collection (AMPW) New Transit Agreement signed with St. Albert and County of Strathcona that simplifies use of fare products and introduced a zone fee for ease of use by riders between systems (T&S) "Towards a Cleaner River" website (AMPW) Water conservation initiatives delayed the need for treatment plant expansion (EPCOR)
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Blue Bag recycling was introduced to Edmonton. Asset Management and Public Works initiated a review of industrial servicing standards, a storm servicing strategy for industrial land, sludge disposal at the co-composter, work on the Terwillegar Fire/ EMS Station, a bus life cycle study and a fleet management strategic plan. Transportation and Streets began work on a street light investment strategy, new street light and traffic signals manuals, automated passenger counters, upgrading Clareview LRT Station and Heritage and Millwoods transit centres, several major transportation planning studies, the Downtown Parking Study, noise mitigation efforts and the transit market research strategy. EPCOR worked to improve electrical reliability at its plants and to automate the water treatment plant. Planning and Development initiated preparation of a land development process policy for potentially contaminated properties. Community Services initiated a review of River Valley development processes and a policy for parkland encroachments.
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An assessment of the merits of adopting a full utility concept for waste water and solid waste services. Implementation of the Infrastructure Strategy through: Securing funding to continue construction of Anthony Henday Drive (Whitemud Drive to Calgary Trail) Completion of planning and preliminary design for the South LRT extension from the University of Alberta to Heritage Mall Maintaining the value of civic investment in infrastructure assets through targeted rehabilitation and maintenance programs Reports on the status of Edmonton's infrastructure, every two years.
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Madera& ant/ Ileyional Cooperation
Leadership and Regional Cooperation focuses on municipal decision making and the City's mandate to represent the interests of its citizens. Emphasis will be placed on pursuing solutions to regional issues in cooperation with neighbouring municipalities. Edmonton will promote more effective and coordinated municipal planning within the Edmonton Capital Region. The City will examine opportunities to reduce costs and improve services through regional service delivery mechanisms. More effective relationships with regional authorities and the provincial and federal governments will be developed.
Plan Edmonton priorities for Leadership and Regional Cooperation are: • Intermunicipal cooperation • Strong, effective regional services • Constructive relationships with regional authorities • Provincial and federal government relations • Capital City promotion • Public participation • Develop and utilize an effective city governance model
Ongoing Performance (sup i porting Plan Edmonton's priorities) Intermunicipal Cooperation
Council continued to work with Council members from other municipalities through the Alberta Capital Region Alliance although the provincially initiated local governance review for the Edmonton region dominated intermunicipal relations in 1999. Planning and Development and Transportation and Streets were consulted by neighbouring municipalities working on their municipal development plans and transportation master plans.
Regional Services
City departments worked cooperatively with the region's municipalities to facilitate and promote the responsible handling of hazardous waste, convey and treat sewage, collect waste, assist in tire suppression/rescue and emergency medical services, and undertake emergency planning and disaster services.
Provincial and Federal Government Relations
The Mayor and Councillors promoted Edmonton's interests with the province and the federal government through working meetings with senior members of government including the Prime Minister of Canada and the Premier of Alberta. Council members also advanced The City of Edmonton's proposals for legislation and policy change at provincial and national forums. coafinned OP flex./ page
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Public Participation
The City's public participation programs met all statutory requirements for public participation and encouraged community involvement, particularly through committee appointments.
City Governance Model
To foster a better understanding of civic responsibilities and priorities, Corporate Services continued to provide budget communications, the corporate wins communication program, the corporate identity program, information on market value assessment and the annual report to citizens. All departments continued work on performance measures reporting.
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Council directed the administration to establish a better communications and consultation process for the next budget. Council continued the construction of a new governance model by approving the Corporate and Departmental Business Plan process which aligned the Administration's objectives with Plan Edmonton, Council's strategic policy framework. Corporate Services initiated the Quarterly Report to Citizens, performance measures reporting for communications services and work to improve the public participation process for public hearings. Economic Development Edmonton's Business
Retention, Attraction and Formation Competitiveness Strategy, a new cluster-based economic development strategy, was endorsed by Edmonton City Council and all Alberta Capital Region Alliance mayors and reeves.
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Looking Ahead (the next three years, a summary of approved Corporate Business Plan initiatives)
A strategy to achieve an equitable relationship with the provincial government in which revenue sources match the responsibilities for provision of services. A new public participation process. Corporate responses to any proposed changes in regional relationships will consider service delivery implications, economic development, disentanglement issues, fiscal impacts, public participation, local autonomy, regional planning and accessibility of local government.
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Intermunicipal Planning addresses components of the City's five municipal responsibility areas at an intermunicipal and regional level. The Municipal Government Act requires that the City's municipal development plan provides a framework for intermunicipal land use, transportation systems and infrastructure planning and development. The City will promote effective and cooperative planning, decision-making and service delivery
Plan Edmonton priorities for Intermunicipal Planning are: • Intermunicipal planning philosophy based on cooperation and coordination • Expanded intermunicipal planning activities, including all partners • Effective, rational, coordinated approach to planning and development • Compatible land use and growth patterns • Protection and management of regional assets • Coordination of major infrastructure and services • Effective administration of intermunicipal planning policies • Issues resolution and consensus building
Ongoing Performance (supporting Plan Edmonton's priorities) Intermunicipal Planning Philosophy
Council members participate actively in the Alberta Capital Region Alliance. Council position statements were submitted to the Alberta Capital Region Governance Review The City Manager's Office liaises with the Alberta Capital Region Alliance, the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, the provincial government and regional municipalities. Planning and Development participates in joint planning processes with neighbouring jurisdictions on the terms negotiated through Plan Edmonton.
Edmonton's Intermunicipal Planning Partners
Planning and Development is participating on the Edmonton International Aliport Noise and Development Study and the North Saskatchewan Watershed Alliance.
Objectives, Approaches and Products
City departments work with neighbouring municipalities on the planning, development and management of regional transportation and sewer systems. EPCOR Water Services supplies water to neighbouring municipalities.
Land Use and Future Growth
Planning and Development and Transportation and Streets reciprocate in reviewing the plans of adjacent municipalities, intermunicipal referrals, municipal development plans and transportation master plans. twinned On next page
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Council members and EDE work closely with Edmonton Regional Airports to enhance air services for the Edmonton Region. Community Services participates in planning activities with the River Valley Alliance municipal partners and works with private land owners and funding partners to implement trail plans. Planning and Development and Transportation and Streets work to implement the Highway 2 Design Guidelines.
Infrastructure
Asset Management and Public Works undertakes biosolids management and disposal for the Capital Region Sewage Commission (CRSC), participates in the CRSC agreement and works with Strathcona County to coordinate sanitary and storm servicing plans. Planning and Development considers infrastructure needs and connections as part of the plan review process.
Administration of Intermunicip al Planning Policies
Planning and Development uses interest-based negotiation and consensus building in its ongoing discussions, referrals, plans, studies and committee work with adjacent municipalities.
Issues Resolution and Consensus Building
Council members meet with council members from neighbouring municipalities to discuss matters of mutual interest. Planning and Development works to build good relationships and lines of communication with adjacent municipalities. Alternative dispute resolution is used to prevent disputes and to resolve intermunicipal issues,
, New Developments / (projects initiated in 1999 to support '2411r Plan Edmonton priorities) Planning and Development began work with Sturgeon County, St Albert, Morinville and Alberta Municipal Affairs to design a system for Intermunicipal Dispute Resolution. Discussions were initiated between Capital Region Sewage Commission Board Members and the Transportation & Public Works Committee on a Master Agreement for sewage services. Asset Management and Public Works initiated renewal of the Strathcona County Agreement 1999's Milestones (projects completed in 1999) •
Participated in the development of the Sturgeon Valley Area Structure Plan (P&D)
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Reviewed the Leduc County Municipal Development Plan (P&D) Big Lake designated by the Special Places 2000 program (P&D) Participated in the development of ACRA (Alberta Capital Region Alliance) 5-year program (T&S) Agreements reached for the Southeast Regional Trunk Sewer lease and the lease capacity of Capital Region Sewage Commission (CRSC) line in south Edmonton (MPW) Representatives of Council sat on a Joint Committee with Leduc County to guide the intermunicipal aspects of the County's MDP (CC) The intermunicipal notification system was implemented (P&D) Looking Ahead (the next three years, a summary of approved Corporate Business Plan initiatives)
Ongoing intermunicipal planning with our six adjacent municipal jurisdictions.
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Emerging Trends and Issues
Emerging Trends or Issues The following list highlights issues that may come onto Plan Edmonton's agenda over the next ten years: • Municipal government may be reorganized as a result of the Alberta Capital Region Governance Review. • Advancing Edmonton's position in the global economy will require Council leadership, a sound plan, effective implementation and a concerted community effort. • Environmental considerations, such as the Kyoto Protocol, protection of natural areas and water bodies and growth management, will affect municipal decision making. • Improvement of infrastructure will continue to be a challenge due to limited civic dollars. • The search for better ways to provide municipal services and facilities will be ongoing and will parallel changes in other government and non-government sectors. • Edmonton's changing demographics will alter demand for a wide range of municipal services. Poverty and homelessness will increasingly become a municipal issue.
Acknowledgements Senior Management Team would like to thank the following departments and agencies for their contribution to the preparation of Plan Edmonton: Monitoring Our Progress 1999:
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