Notice of Decisions

Development Permit NumberSite Information & DecisionProposed Development217-2513 Valley CrescentDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 9, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: October 30, 2025Covered deck with rear yard setback variance198-2550 Vista CloseDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 14, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: November 4, 2025Accessory Suite with variance205-2545 Maclean CloseDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 14, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: November 4, 2025Rear yard setback variance207-25109 Aztec CrescentDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 14, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: November 4, 2025Accessory Suite with variance219-2529 Murphy CloseDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 14, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: November 4, 2025Rear yard and Projection relaxation220-255466 Vista TrailDecision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 14, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: November 4, 2025Landscaping variance228-255300 Vista Trail, Unit A4Decision: ApprovedDate of Decision: October 17, 2025Appeal Jurisdiction: RISDABAppeal Deadline: November 7, 2025Home Based Business 2Updated: 2025-10-17

Blackfalds’ 2025 – 2029 Oaths of Office

Blackfalds, Alberta (October 31, 2025)- At the October 30, 2025, Annual Organizational Meeting, Mayor Laura Svab, Deputy Mayor Brenda Dennis and Councillors Jim Sands, Shane Hanson, Ryan Brown, Aaron J Hoyte, and Cory Twerdoclib affirmed their Oaths of Office for the 2025 – 2029 Council term.“We have a great mix of experience, and fresh perspectives joining Council for the next four years and I know that I not only speak for myself but also the Town employees in saying that we are very excited to work with these dedicated and passionate members, and assist them in carrying out their strategic visions and long term priorities for the community,” shared Chief Administrative Officer Kim Isaak.The ceremony included the newly elected officials affirming an Oath of Office administered by Suzanne Alexander-Smith, KC, Barrister and Solicitor of Chapman Riebeek LLP.Mayor Laura Svab shared her anticipation for the new term and the upcoming opportunities to collaborate with the new members.“Our new Council is excited to get started. The residents in Blackfalds have put their trust in us, and I know that this Council has listened. We are looking forward to the new Communications Policy that will be coming in the next 6 months. Our Council wants to be transparent, and I know each one of them brings different ideas to the table on what our communications might look like.”During the meeting, Council made appointments of Council members toBlackfalds municipal boardsand set the schedule for Council meetings for the next year.For a recording of the Oaths of Office ceremony, please click here.Formoreinformation:Laura Svab Kim IsaakMayor Chief Administrative Officer403.391.9485 403.885.6255lsvab@blackfalds.ca kisaak@blackfalds.ca

Town of Blackfalds 2025 Municipal Election Official Results

The official results of the 2025 Municipal Election are as follows:MAYORNumber of VotesElectedJamie Hoover411Laura Svab713XCOUNCILNumber of VotesElectedRyan Brown481XEdna Coulter265Brenda Dennis574XPeter Gomes135Shane Hanson587XTracy Hoffmann386Aaron J. Hoyte427XRay Olfert271Annette Park251Jim Sands483XNadine St. Denis385Dena Thomas336Cory Twerdoclib398XRebecca Williams3731,124 of 7,550eligible voters cast ballots in this election.For more information:Danielle Nealon Darolee BouteillerReturning Officer Substitute Returning Officer403.885.4677 403.885.4677 elections@blackfalds.ca elections@blackfalds.ca