1

Ranch Road Culvert Replacement

Smith

Major bridge culvert on east end of Ranch Road needs replacement.

Transportation

2

Smith Subdivision (carryover)

Smith

The MD seeks to subdivide the forestry lots in Smith to prepare for potential sale of the north lot.

N/A

3

Combined Smith Fire Hall, Library, Office/Study

Smith

Develop concept plan for multi-purpose building to obtain funding.

Facilities

4

Sylvan Lake Office Renovations and Expansion

Slave Lake

Renovation at MD Office in Slave Lake to enhance workspace functionality and accessibility.

Facilities

5

Slave Lake River Boat Launch Upgrades - Phase 2

Slave Lake

Phase 2 of Slave Lake River boat launch, including installation of outhouses, picnic tables and garbage cans at day use area by the weir.

Facilities

6

Smith Fire Hall and Maintenance Shop - Siteworks

Smith

Project to replace several end-of-life municipal buildings in Smith and make a dual purpose maintenance shop and fire hall.

Facilities

7

Fire Engine

N/A

Fire engine for fire department.

Fire Protection

8

Broken Paddle Fire Guard - Phase 1

Broken Paddle

Construction of fireguard around the high risk community of Broken Paddle as per Alberta Forestry. Phase 1 includes planning, consultation, and initial groundwork.

Fire Protection

9

Marten Beach Fire Guard - Phase 1

Marten Beach

Construction of fireguard around the high risk community of Marten Beach as per Alberta Forestry. Phase 1 includes planning, consultation, and initial groundwork.

Fire Protection

10

Security Upgrade to Facilities

Multiple

Upgrading security parameters at many MD facilities including cameras, keycard access, fencing, and lighting.

Protective Services

11

Smith Pavement Rehabilitation

Smith

Assessing underground infrastructure and updating road plan to upgrade surface.

Transportation

12

Old Smith Highway Re-Route

Smith

A portion of Old Smith Highway is sliding towards the Lesser Slave River requiring major infrastructure upgrades, including replacing two bridge culvert pipes and the relocation of the roadway.

Transportation

13

Smith Bridge: Preliminary Design

Smith

The Smith Bridge is nearing the end of its useful life, and Council and Administration are lobbying for its replacement with a two-lane open top structure (as opposed to rehabbing the current bridge). Preliminary design is a crucial part of the eventual bridge replacement.

Transportation

14

Smith Bridge: Detailed Design

Smith

The new bridge will be designed to accommodate modern traffic and heavy industrial vehicles, improving access for local residents and authorities.

Transportation

15

Flatbush Creek Bridge Culvert Replacement (BF79260)

Flatbush

STIP funding has been secured to replace a failed bridge culvert on Range Road 15 (north of Flatbush).

Transportation

16

Smith Raw Water Pump Chamber and Pipe Replacement

Smith

Upgrades to important components of the Smith Water Treatment Plant intake system. These upgrades will ensure intake is not susceptible to siltation from fluctuating water levels.

Utilities

17

PLC Upgrade

Multiple

Software update to critical components of the MD's Water Treatment Plants.

Utilities

18

Smith Water Treatment Plant Pretreatment Upgrade

Smith

Design and construction of a new conventional water treatment system to replace aging membrane filtration system.

Utilities

19

Smith Raw Water Line Replacement

Smith

Directional Drilling will be used to install a new raw water line from the Smith raw water pump house to the water plant storage pond.

Utilities

20

Utility Pond Dredging

Multiple

Dredging to be conducted in three utility ponds (two potable in Smith and Canyon Creek, and one wastewater pond at the Southshore Wastewater Facility).

Utilities

21

Widewater Lift Station Upgrade - Engineering

Widewater

Engineering for best possible approach to upgrade the lift station addressing obsolescence. Upgrade will reduce maintenance needs and operational failures.

Utilities

22

Mitsue Water Treatment Plant Upgrade - Engineering

Mitsue

Engineering to determine best approach to upgrade Mitsue Water Treatment Plant (due for upgrade in 2026).

Utilities

23

Canyon Creek Filtration Conversion

Canyon Creek

Upgrade project to enhance the Water Treatment Plant with filter upgrades, UV disinfection system, and an improved sodium hydroxide and chloramine system.

Utilities

24

Southshore Biosolids

Canyon Creek

Installation of a screw press and ancillary equipment along with a small building expansion to house the equipment. A 2022 report confirmed the pond was leaking and required either a major upgrade or a new facility. The MD applied for a grant under the Alberta Municipal Water and Wastewater Partnership Program for upgrading of the sludge management systems at the Southshore Water Reclamation Facility in amount of $2.4 million.

Utilities

25

Mitsue Water Intake

Mitsue

Upgrade of Mitsue Water Intake. MD has a pending grant application under Provincial Drought and Flood Protection Program.

Utilities

26

Grader Replacement

N/A

Purchase of a new motor grader to replace current out-of-warranty grader.

Fleet

27

Pickup Truck Replacement

N/A

Five pickup trucks are proposed for replacement, including trucks for Flatbush Fire Department and Peace Officers.

Fleet

28

Front-End Loader Replacement

N/A

MD plans to replace a front-end loader with a large wheel loader.

Fleet

29

Mower with Flex Arm

N/A

Replacement of current mowers and flex arm.

Fleet

30

Otter Creek Culvert Replacement

Smith

Replacing a deteriorating culvert at KM 6 on Otter Creek Road.

Bridges

31

Widewater Campsite Sewer System

Widewater

Improving existing sewer system at Day Use Area/Campsite to meet provincial standards and local demand.

Facilities

32

Marten Beach Fire Guard - Phase 2

Marten Beach

Phase 2 will cover initial land clearing, vegetation removal, debris disposal, etc.

Fire Protection

33

Broken Paddle Fire Guard - Phase 2

Broken Paddle/East Fawcett Lake

Phase 2 involves initial installation of a fire guard, including land clearing, vegetation removal, and debris disposal.

Fire Protection

34

Marten Beach Flood Mitigation

Marten Beach

Efforts to reduce the flood risk in Marten Beach.

Flood Mitigation

35

Marten River Bridge Replacement (BF72768)

Marten Beach

Premature erosion of bridge — built from 2005-2010 by Alberta Transportation — due to use of a specific aggregate in concrete. STIP grant application was submitted in Fall of 2024 to replace sub-par girders and resurfacing bridge deck.

Transportation

36

Muskeg Creek Bridge Replacement (BF06630)

Mitsue

Muskeg Bridge was closed in 2024 when a bridge inspection found that the pilings on the east side had failed. It is 57 years old and at the end of its life expectancy. STIP grant has been applied for and results expected in 2025.

Transportation

37

French Creek Bridge Refurbishment (BF70060)

Flatbush

Level 2 inspection found spalling and erosion on the concrete girders. An application to rehabilitate the bridge was submitted in 2024 under STIP.

Transportation

38

Mitsue Paving

Mitsue

Ongoing rehabilitation of paved roads in Mitsue Industrial Park. A grant application is pending.

Transportation

39

Bin Replacement

Multiple

Replacement of bins at Smith, Flatbush, and Marten Beach Transfer Stations.

Waste Management

1

Smith Subdivision 2024 (carryover)

Smith

The MD seeks to subdivide the forestry lots in Smith to prepare for potential sale of the north lot.

Planning & Development

2

Smith Fire Hall; Library; Office; and Study

Smith

Concept plan for multi-purpose building, so that funding can be acquired.

Facilities

3

AFFRCS Infrastructure

Multiple

Procure and install state-of-the-art AFFRCS radio system in MD buildings & fleet. This new system will facilitate inter-agency communications during critical events or regular operations.

Fire Protection

4

Vehicle Replacement

N/A

Annual replacement of certain MD vehicles to ensure its fleet remains modern, efficient and reliable. 

Fleet

5

Southshore Estates Drainage

Widewater

Drainage ditch to drain the water coming from Woodland Estates. This project seeks to solve the storm water problem in the parcels north of the ditch. 

Planning & Development

6

Smith Pavement Rehabilitation

Smith

The MD is assessing underground infrastructure and updating its road plan, so that the road surface may be upgraded. In the interim, the MD continues to monitor conditions and patch where required. 

Transportation

7

Old Smith Highway Re-Route

Smith

This is a major infrastructure project that includes the replacement of two bridge culvert pipes, and the relocation of the road to stable ground to the north.

Transportation

8

Smith Bridge Prelim Design

Smith

Preliminary design is a crucial phase in which we are evaluating the types and placement of replacement structures and working with the province to secure funding and construction timelines.

Transportation

9

BF79260 Flatbush Creek Bridge Culvert Replacement

Flatbush

The MD has secured STIP funding to replace a failed bridge culvert on Range Road 15 north of Flatbush.

Transportation

10

AFFRCS Fleet Radios

N/A

Procure and install state-of-the-art AFFRCS radio system in MD buildings & fleet. This new system will facilitate inter-agency communications during critical events or regular operations.

Transportation

11

Smith Bridge Repairs

Smith

Preliminary design; evaluating the types and placement of replacement structures and working with the province to secure funding and construction timelines. 

Transportation

12

Smith Raw Water Pump Chamber & Pipe Replacement

Smith

Upgrades to important components of its intake system. This project seeks to ensure that the intake is not susceptible to siltation from fluctuating water levels.

Utilities

13

Marten Beach Truckfill Station

Marten Beach

A new truckfill built to increase the water holding capacity, new payment system, and low maintenance die to online system.

Utilities

14

PLC Upgrade

Multiple

Software updates to critical components of MD water treatment plants to ensure the continued production of high quality of water for residents.

Utilities

15

Flatbush Raw Water

Flatbush

Leveraging existing infrastructure at the Flatbush water plant to install a raw water truck fill at minimal cost (available for agriculture and industry use by late 2024).

Utilities

16

Canyon Creek Ultrafiltration Membrane

Canyon Creek

Membrane replacement for Canyon Creek Water Plant in alignment with Alberta Health guidelines. Membranes delivered early 2024; to be installed and commissioned as soon as possible.

Utilities

17

Ranch Road Culvert Replacement

Ranch Road

Replacement of a failed bridge culvert at the south end of Ranch Road. Scheduled for late 2024 to ensure minimal traffic disruption.

Bridges

18

Culvert Egineering & Permitting

Multiple

Funds earmarked to assess and mitigate problem culvert areas. Treatments to include beaver deterrents; liners where possible; and some upsizing of current culverts.

Facilities

19

Flatbush Office Buildings/Apartment Renovations Plan

Flatbush

Administration to work with a building inspector to assess the condition of building that houses Flatbush Sub-Office and Shop. MD to assess roof condition; insulation; wiring; and requirements to bring the building up to code.

Facilities

20

SL River Boat Launch Upgrades Phase 2

Slave Lake

Phase 2 of SL River boat launch work that includes installation of outhouses, picnic tables and garbage cans at the day use area by the weir.

Facilities

21

SL Office Renovation & Expansion

Slave Lake

The Slave Lake Administration Office will be renovated to accommodate additional workspaces within the existing building envelope. work will be done to upgrade the sewer system as well.

Facilities

22

Smith Fire Hall/Shop Siteworks

Smith

Completion of ground works to reconfigure the Smith Transfer Station and allow for better site layout in preparation for new multi-use maintenance shop and fire hall.

Facilities

23

Fire Engine

N/A

New fire engine ordered.

Fire Protection

24

Rescue Stabilization Tools

Flatbush

Rescue stabilization tools ordered for the Flatbush Fire Hall (for extracting passengers from vehicles, dangerous buildings etc.). This second set of tools seeks to improve response times at the south end of the MD.

Fleet

25

Pickup Truck Replacement

N/A

Annual replacement of certain MD vehicles to ensure its fleet remains modern, efficient and reliable.

Fleet

26

Mower Replacement

N/A

Upgrading mowing program to accommodate both gas diesel mowers; augmenting efficiency and accuracy of MD landscape crews.

Fleet

27

Hoist for Slave Lake Shop

Slave Lake

A hydraulic hoist is an industry-standard apparatus for safely lifting vehicles to perform repair work underneath. This purchase will increase efficiencies and cost savings by facilitating in-house maintenance like fluid changes, tire changes, etc.

Fleet

28

772 (or equivalent) Graders

N/A

Each year the MD replaces one motor grader in its fleet to ensure continued uninterrupted operations and reliable fleet.

Fleet

29

872 (or equivalent) Graders

N/A

By investing in a bigger construction grader, the MD can complete larger road maintenance projects in-house without the use of contractors. This purchase will also aid in response to major weather events by facilitating road clearances with fewer passes.

Fleet

30

Compact Truck Loader

N/A

The MD plans to purchase a second skid steer to enable staff to work more efficiently. The MD’s

existing skid steer is shared between departments, which leads to inefficiencies, delays and costly rentals.

Fleet

31

Water Truck (used)

N/A

The MD water truck requires extensive repairs. Administration seeks to earmark repair funds toward replacement of the 16-year-old unit with a more efficient model.

Fleet

32

Attachments / Implements

N/A

Each year the MD sets aside funds to replace attachments for its smaller equipment (mowers, mulchers, baggers, augers, etc.).

Fleet

33

Loader Attachments

N/A

Transportation to purchase a second set of lifting attachments for its loader located in Smith.

Fleet

34

Security Upgrades to Utilities

Multiple

The MD is upgrading security parameters at many of its facilities. Upgrades to include cameras, keycard access, fencing, and lighting upgrades.

Protective Services

35

Body Worn Cameras

N/A

Body-worn cameras increase on-the-job safety for peace officers and provide a valuable source of evidence. Legacy cameras were outdated; no longer functional.

Protective Services

36

East Mitsue Pavement Repairs

Mitsue

A 600-metre stretch of East Mitsue Road north of Hwy 2 intersection requires extensive patching and asphalt resurfacing.

Transportation

37

West Mitsue Re-paving Prep

Mitsue

The West Mitsue Industrial Road is due to be resurfaced. The MD is working with an engineer to be tender-ready for this project late fall.

Transportation

38

Canyon Creek & Wagner Truckfill Integration

Widewater

The MD has two water truck fills in the southshore area. The Wagner truck fill is old, dilapidated, and under-utilized. The Canyon Creek truck fill is newer, but in a poor location. The MD seeks to salvage the equipment from Canyon Creek and install it at the centrally-located Widewater Booster Station.

Utilities

39

Waste Bin Rehabilitation

Multiple

Transfer site waste bin rehabilitation and retrofitting for modern trucking equipment.

Waste Management

40

Smith — Line Membrane Tanks

Smith

Tank liner repair for Smith membrane tank liner to prevent premature wear on the membrane system. Repair is more cost-effective than membrane replacement.

Utilities