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Comprehensive Water Act Approval brings cost-savings to the County
The County of St. Paul has received approval under the Comprehensive Water Act for all County boat launches. This is a blanket approval from Alberta Environment to perform all maintenance activities related to boat launches within the County along the beds and shores of lakes – including Floatingstone Lake, Lac Bellevue, Stoney Lake, Vincent Lake,…
County Downgrades to Level 2 Fire Advisory
The County of St. Paul has downgraded from a Fire Restriction to a Level 2 Advisory. The advisory reads as follows: Safe wood campfires are allowed on private land and in campgrounds. Issuance of fire permits for any other open-air fire may be restricted. Existing fire permits will be honoured; however, issuance of new fire…
Equipment Items for Sale by Sealed Bid
All items for sale can be viewed at the Public Works Shop, located at 5618 57 Street, St. Paul, AB. Hours of operation are 7 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Sealed bids must be in by 4 p.m., Friday June 20. Highest or any other bid not necessarily accepted. All sealed bids will be opened at…
Assessor Inspections in the County
To complete assessments for 2025, Assessors will be conducting physical inspections of properties throughout the County between May to August. When assessors enter your property, their vehicles will be clearly marked with the County of St. Paul’s name and logo, and they will be carrying identification tags. Designated Industrial Property inspections will be conducted by…
2025 Assessment Open House
The County of St. Paul will be holding an OPEN HOUSE to discuss any inquiries you may have regarding your assessment on Wednesday, June 4, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the County of St. Paul Administration office located at 5015 49 Avenue. Please call the County Office at 587-465-1506 or email [email protected] to…
Bylaw Bulletin: Littering
With every spring, there is a noticeable amount of litter in our ditches after the snow melts and we see what has been hidden over the winter. The County is always appreciative of the community groups who participate in the Highway Clean-up to help keep our roadways looking clean. However, now that we are fully…
Level 3 Fire Restriction Declared
The County of St. Paul has declared a Level 3 Fire Restriction. The restriction reads as follows: No open-air fires, including burn barrels. Fire permits may be suspended or cancelled, and no new fire permits will be issued. Safe, small wood campfires for cooking and warming are allowed on private land and in campgrounds. Where…
2025 Construction Program
The County of St. Paul’s 2025 Road Construction Program will commence on April 28. The program will continue into November, or as weather allows. As crews begin a new section, locations and detour routes will be provided for residents to plan any changes needed in their commutes. Thank you for taking care in all County…
Level 2 Fire Advisory for the County of St. Paul
St. Paul County, April 16, 2025 – The County of St. Paul has issued a Level 2 Advisory. The advisory reads as follows: Safe wood campfires are allowed on private land and in campgrounds. Issuance of fire permits for any other open-air fire may be restricted. Existing fire permits will be honoured; however, issuance of…