Council is considering the possibility of building a new civic building for the Town of Rocky Mountain House.
Town officials say the existing Town Office, built in 1973, is beyond its life expectancy.
Officials note, after reviewing a 2011 building evaluation report and a 2022 feasibility study that examined the existing condition of the Town Office and the current and projected spatial requirements of Town administrative functions, council is considering leveraging the Town’s strong financial position to plan for a civic building the community can be proud of.
In the summer and fall of 2023, Town officials note that council asked residents to weigh in about their visions and priorities for a new civic building. Council reviewed all feedback during its 2023 Service Level Review.
Click here to view the summary of public engagement and feedback.
In 2024, the Town says it will hire a consultant to gauge the interest and feasibility of other user groups collaborating on a new civic building. As part of the Town’s 2024 approved budget, council has earmarked $50,000 towards the effort.
If council chooses to move ahead with the planning and construction of a new civic building, Town officials suggest it could serve as more than just a town hall, as many communities use their civic buildings to host other services or share public spaces with other organizations.
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