Derelict properties, a potential sheriff’s school, new park benches, and the future of the former Paradise Day Spa location were among the topics discussed at the Town of Rocky Mountain House’s regular meeting of council on Feb. 18.
The town is currently amending its community standards bylaw. Proposed changes would include defining properties as unsightly, regardless of whether they are visible from a major roadway or public space. The amendment would also require abandoned buildings to be covered with appropriate window wraps for a more presentable appearance and properly secured against unauthorized entry. Penalties are also proposed for buildings and owners that fail to meet standards. This item will return to council at a later date for further discussion.
Coun. Ken Moesker raised a concern about park benches at the north stormwater management pond. A resident approached him at the recent disc golf open house, asking about benches he had requested back in 2017, which were denied at the time. Moesker suggested revisiting the idea, especially as the area has a park-like aesthetic.
While discussing the community standards bylaw, Moesker also inquired about the former Paradise Day Spa location on Main Street. The building site, which was destroyed by fire in April 2024, remains vacant. CAO Dean Krause said he would investigate the matter.
In a 2024 interview with 94.5 Rewind Radio News, Kristin Muyres, a stylist at Paradise Day Spa said the business would try to reopen at its Main St. location, but said it may take some time to get back there.
Deputy Mayor Dale Shippelt mentioned a provincial initiative aimed at establishing a college to train RCMP sheriffs. Although Fort McLeod was initially considered, he says it did not meet the criteria. Shippelt noted that Rocky Mountain House could be a suitable location, as it has available crown land and access to water. Krause said he would look into the proposal.
A 2012 CBC report said a $122 million training college project was to begin construction in Fort McLeod in 2007, but never got further than a sod-turning ceremony.
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