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Parkland County is advising residents, haulers, and industry partners that road ban season is approaching. Road bans are typically implemented from mid‑March to the end of May to protect County roads during spring thaw.

The Government of Alberta’s 2026 Budget confirms continued investment in two major transportation projects in Parkland County: improvements to Highway 60 and Highway 16, both essential to regional safety and economic growth.

Please take notice that the following development permits have been approved by the Development Authority as a permitted use with a variance, subject to appeal:

Development Permit No. PLDPR20240125, Property: 1020 TWP RD 534

AND

Development Permit No. PLDPH20260060, Property: 34-51404 Rge Rd 264

Parkland County is developing a Water and Wastewater Master Plan to guide how water and wastewater services could be expanded over the next 50 years to meet the County’s long-term growth needs. Residents, businesses, and stakeholders are invited to participate in the planning process by completing a short survey, open until March 18, 2026.

Parkland County Council has given first reading to three borrowing bylaws for upcoming infrastructure work. Electors can review the details and learn how to participate in the full notice.

If you burned piles this winter, be sure to check on them and extinguish any hot spots immediately. Outdoor winter fires can smolder underground, even beneath snow and ice. When warm and windy spring conditions arrive, dry grass can ignite into what's known as a 'holdover fire' and spread quickly.

Thinking about getting into farm direct marketing or expanding into a different market? Learn the basics and market types to consider. These sessions will address key considerations needed for each market, the pros and cons of each type, and essential topics such as basic regulations and food safety.

A water line break has occurred on the main supply line serving Wabamun and Entwistle. As a result, Water Usage Restriction – Condition A is now in effect for Parkland County. Condition A includes a temporary ban on municipal water‑use operations.