Sturgeon County Council requests public input on proposed Bylaw 1715/26.
The application proposes to amend Land Use Bylaw 1385/17 to redistrict 56311 Lily Lake Road from AG (Agriculture District) to AG2 (Agriculture 2 District) to better accommodate an existing agritourism business.
Prairie Gardens is an agritourism operation that offers agriculture-focused programs and events to the public.
Important items to review
Questions? Contact us!
If you have questions about this public hearing, please reach out to:
Rebecca Schapansky, RPP, MCIP
Planner, Current Planning
587-404-9866
rschapansky@sturgeoncounty.ca
Public Hearing Details
The Public Hearing will be held in person:
- Tuesday, July 14, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. (or as soon as practical thereafter)
- Sturgeon County Council Chambers (9613 100 St. in Morinville)
You can view the public hearing online at www.sturgeoncounty.ca/CouncilMeetings.
Requirements for speakers
All speakers have five minutes to speak and are encouraged to provide a written copy of their submission before the Public Hearing.
Speaking in person
To speak at the Public Hearing in person, contact Legislative and Legal Services at 780-939-8029 to pre-register.
Speaking via video conference
To speak at the Public Hearing via videoconference, you must register by July 13, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. by contacting Legislative and Legal Services at 780-939-8029. This ensures you receive instructions to access the videoconference.
Written submissions
Email your written submission to Legislative and Legal Services at legislativeservices@sturgeoncounty.ca.
If making a written submission, you must include your name, state your interest in the matter (such as a County resident directly impacted by the proposed bylaw), and indicate if you are in favour of or opposed to the proposed bylaw.
Watching the Public Hearing
You can view the Public Hearing in person or online at www.sturgeoncounty.ca/CouncilMeetings. To view the livestream, click on the meeting date on the calendar, then click on the video link.
By submitting your comments on the proposed bylaw, either orally or in writing, the personal information you provide may be recorded in the minutes of the public hearing or otherwise made public. This information is collected in accordance with section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act (POPA). If you have any questions about the collection, use or disclosure of your personal information, please contact the Sturgeon County Access and Privacy Advisor at accessandprivacy@sturgeoncounty.ca or call 780-939-1306.
