Provincial funding supports two Parkland County road projects
Parkland County welcomed the Honourable Andrew Boitchenko, MLA for Drayton Valley-Devon, and Shane Getson, MLA for Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland for the announcement of up to $562,500 in provincial funding for two rural road infrastructure projects.
Mayor Rod Shaigec joined the provincial representatives to recognize the investment, which is being provided through Alberta’s Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program.
“We’d like to thank Alberta Transportation and Economic Corridors for these important investments to maintain our rural transportation infrastructure,” said Mayor Rod Shaigec. “Agriculture, energy, gravel operations, and other important economic activity across the County all rely on being able to move safely and efficiently throughout our region. Safe, reliable routes keep our residents connected and our local economy moving.”
Up to $450,000 will support the replacement of an aging bridge culvert on Range Road 73, between Township Roads 512 and 514. The structure has been in operation for more than 60 years and has reached the end of its service life. The replacement is estimated to cost $600,000 and is projected to be completed in 2028.
The County will also receive up to $112,500 for engineering design and hydrologic assessment work for a future bridge culvert replacement on Sundance Road, approximately 1.6 kilometres west of Range Road 42. Design work is expected to begin in 2026, with construction projected for 2029.
“Reliable roads are vital to keeping our communities connected and our local economy moving,” said Andrew Boitchenko, MLA for Drayton Valley-Devon. “By supporting these transportation infrastructure projects in Parkland County, Alberta’s government is investing in safer, more reliable roads that residents can count on every day.”
“Our government is committed to making strategic investments that keep Alberta’s rural communities safe, connected, and economically strong,” said Shane Getson, MLA for Lac Ste. Anne-Parkland. “This funding through the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program will help Parkland County replace aging culvert infrastructure, ensuring residents, businesses, farmers, and industry can continue to rely on safe and reliable transportation routes. I’m pleased to see this investment supporting the long-term resilience of our local road network and the continued growth of our region.”
Maintaining Parkland County’s rural road network helps residents travel safely, supports the movement of goods and services, and strengthens the agriculture, energy and other industries that contribute to the local economy.
