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Residents and business owners with properties next to gravel roads can submit dust suppression applications until April 26, 2024. Residents in rural service areas may apply for a dust suppression and control treatment on a gravel road in sections of at least 100 metres. The…
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With the arrival of spring and the increasing number of residents and visitors enjoying the City's parklands, pathways, and trails, the City wishes to remind everyone about the appropriate use of personal transportation options (i.e., vehicles which the City’s Parkland Bylaw…
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The City of Grande Prairie and Grande Prairie Police Commission are pleased to extend an invitation to the public for the swearing-in ceremony of Chief Dwayne Lakusta, the inaugural Chief of Police for the newly established Grande Prairie Police Service.  Before they can…
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Residents are invited to join the City's annual City Scrub, a community clean-up to clear away and properly dispose winter debris and litter. From April 2 until April 30, residents are encouraged to spend 20 minutes picking up litter in parks and nearby areas. Once the litter is…
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The City of Grande Prairie is conducting a municipal census from May 1 to June 30, 2024. The primary purpose of conducting the census is to produce a total population count of residents in the City. The count provides the basis for calculating per capita provincial grants. As a…
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The City of Grande Prairie has started seasonal street sweeping operations on arterial roads. Street sweeping includes cleaning debris from the roadway, medians, concrete barriers, and boulevards. Sweeping of the arterial and collector roadways and transit routes is anticipated…
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The City of Grande Prairie will be performing annual pest and mosquito control operations within the municipal boundaries of Grande Prairie starting in April. Pest control operations include spraying for noxious weeds, insects and plant diseases. All products used are registered…
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Several municipal services presently located at the City on 99 building are relocating to the Coordinated Care Campus effective April 1, 2024. The move includes: Enforcement Services, Mobile Outreach, Community Social Development (CSD), Housing & Homeless Initiatives (HHI),…
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Registration is now open for the 2024 Eastlink Centre Triathlon, taking place on Sunday, July 7. Race categories include adult, Kids of Steel and an exciting new category for children ages five and under. The Eastlink Centre Triathlon has also been awarded the Triathlon Alberta…
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Delegations Wendy Evert presented as a delegate regarding garbage dumpster pick-up concerns behind Sunrise Towers. Council accepted the presentation as information. County/City Cost-Sharing Agreement Mediation Protocols Council endorsed the 2024 Recreation and Culture Cost…
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Here are the highlights from the City Council meeting on August 13, 2018. Delegations A delegation from the Alberta Summer Games Board attended City Council to present the City with a commemorative gift in thanks of the support for a successful event. On behalf of the City,…
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The City's 2018 Road Rehabilitation Program begins in two more locations on Monday, August 13, weather permitting. Work will be taking place in the VLA Montrose and Northgate areas with construction scheduled through the month of September. Work will be done on: 99 Street from…
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The City of Grande Prairie would like to remind residents of upcoming closures at the Eastlink Centre that are taking place to accommodate the annual maintenance schedule. From Saturday, August 25 to Saturday, September 8 the 25 metre pool will be closed for use. The 50 metre…
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On Friday, August 10, Storm Sewer Repairs begin throughout the City, weather permitting. The repairs will continue for the month of August as part of the 2018 Storm Line Rehabilitation Program. Work will be done on: 100 Street between 90 Avenue and 91 Avenue (scheduled to begin…
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Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Distracted Driving/New Drivers For the month of August, City Enforcement Services reminds all drivers through the Selected Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) to be alert and avoid distractions while on the road. This advice is…
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The public is advised of a full road closure on a portion of 111A Street between 84 Avenue and 89 Avenue to allow for underground pipe construction as part of the Richmond Industrial Storm Ponds Project. The road closure is scheduled to begin on Tuesday, August 7, and will…
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The City of Grande Prairie has several properties with partnership opportunities for corporate naming rights available. The customized partnerships offer businesses a unique way to show a strong commitment to the community while connecting with new audiences and potential…
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Road Rehabilitation work is scheduled to begin in the Patterson Place area on Tuesday, August 7, pending weather conditions. Construction is expected to take place until mid-September. The work is to occur on the Patterson P-loop consisting of 94 Street, 94A Street, 77 Avenue,…
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On Tuesday, August 7, the newly revamped Recreation Access Program (RAP) is launching a pilot project to bring support for eligible applicants to access the Eastlink Centre. Formerly known as the Low-Income Recreation Access (LIRA) program, the new program now offers a 75%…
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The City of Grande Prairie is gearing up for the second annual Eastlink Centre Triathlon on Sunday, September 9.    A variety of race options are available for participants of all ability, experience and age levels. This includes the Try-A-Tri, Sprint, Team Sprint and…