Council Meetings
Speaking at a Council Meeting
At each regular Council meeting, there are two ways for citizens to address Council: through a Public Presentation or as a Delegation.
Public Presentation
Public Presentations are a set time during each Council meeting for residents to share information or raise items of local interest. This time is not intended for formal requests or debate—rather, it provides an opportunity to keep Council informed about community matters.
Delegations
Delegations are scheduled on the meeting agenda and allow citizens or groups to bring forward specific requests or concerns. Before submitting a request, residents are encouraged to speak with Town administration first. Many issues can be resolved at the administrative level, or staff may provide helpful background information to ensure a more constructive discussion with Council.
Delegations are normally given up to 15 minutes to present. Afterward, Council may ask questions, provide comments, make a decision, or refer the matter to administration for further review.
Requesting An Appearance
To appear as a delegation you must submit a request to the CAO by email, mail or in person at least one week before the meeting date. Your request should include:
- The subject matter and a summary your concerns,
- Relevant background information and,
- The name and contact details of the presenter(s).
Town staff will confirm your presentation time, the length allowed, and any audio/visual needs.
All letters and supporting documents become part of the official Council agenda package, which is posted on the Town’s website, at the Town Office and at the meeting itself.
If you have an issue of importance but do not feel the need to speak in front of Council, you may also send a letter directly to administration or to one of your elected officials.
Follow-up
After a presentation, Council may act immediately, later in the agenda, or defer the matter for more study. For updates on decisions or next steps, residents are encouraged to contact Town administration directly.
Council Meeting Packages
March 10th, Regular Council Meeting Package
Community Service Award Grants, Bylaw agreements, Atco streetlight rate conversion proposal and more...
Feb 10 2026 Council Meeting Package
Meeting package for the Regular Meeting of Council. Call to order is 6:00 pm on Feb 10, 2026 in the Town of Hanna Council Chambers. Items on the agenda include:
- Reports from Sr. Administrative Officials
- Hanna Marigold Agreement
- 2025 Taxation Report
- Bylaw 1044-2026 Council Procedural Bylaw
- Bylaw 1045-2026 Repeal Code of Conduct Bylaw
Jan 2026 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include:
-Bylaw 1043-2026-Municipal Public Utilities Amendment
-Reports from Development Officer, Emergency Management, Fire Department and Bylaw Enforcement.
- 2026 Operating and Capital budget.
Dec 2025 Council Regular Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include:
- Financial reports
- Reports from Sr. Admin
- Uncollectable accounts
- Date for budget meetings
- 2026 Interim operating budget
- Anonymous bylaw complaints
- ATCO Streetlights
- Greenspace & flower tender
- Bylaw Enforcement Services for Youngstown
- Council Remuneration Policy
- Traffic Safety Bylaw 2nd and 3rd reading
Oct 2025 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include 2025 Tax Recovery Report, APEX Utilities Franchise Fee for 2026, Fred & Freda Geuder Education Bursary Recipients, CSB Grant Recipients, Quarterly Reports from Development Officer, Director of Emergency Management, Fire Chief and Bylaw Officer and more
September 2025 Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include delegations from the Hanna Indoor Rodeo and the Hanna Roundhouse Society. Business Items include:
- 2026 Franchise Fee
- 2025 Taxation Report
- Election
- Change Order Brooks Asphalt & Aggregate
- Agreement for Bylaw Services
- Equipment Surplus Sale
- Ford F350 Rescue Truck - Firefighters Assoc.
June 2025 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include Centennial Place Sponsorship Agreements, Town of Hanna 2025 LGFF Funding, Hanna Cruisers-Airport Lease Agreement and more...
Apr 2025 Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include Big Country Housing Authority-Board Appointment, Hanna Farmers Market, Bylaw 1038-2025 and 1039-2025 and council reports.
Mar 2025 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include: 2024 Taxation Report, Rates and Fees Policy Update, Real Estate Services, Audit Services and a Replacement Distribution Pump.
Feb 2025 Council Meeting Package
Items on agenda include Library Board Member appointment, approval for donation of 2006 accessible handivan, AI policy, Bylaw 1037-2025 Amend Schedule A fees, and council reports.
Jan 2025 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include a request for support from the Hanna Roundouse, reports from Senior Administrative Officials, quarterly reports regarding development, emergency management and the fire department, streetlight proposal from ATCO, Real Estate services agreement, Spring Municipal Leaders conference attendance, Utility Bylaw, reports from elected officials and closed session.
Dec 2024 Council Meeting Package Part II
The meeting package was too large to upload so was separated into two parts. The second part is correspondence only.
Dec 2024 Council Meeting Package Part I
The correspondence is separated out of this package and is listed separately. Items on the agenda include:
- Community Services Board Grant Allocations
- Community Services Board Appointments
- Uncollectible Accounts
- Returning Officer Appointment
- Revised Development Permit Fees
- Possible purchase of used Handivan
- Animal Control Bylaw #1035-2024. Second and third reading.
Nov 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda includce:
- Commemoratiive Bench Program Policy
- Budget meeting dates
- 4-Way stop at 2 Ave & 2 St West
- Data sharing agreemet
- Bylaw Officer Program
- Town Purchasing Policy
- Contracted Refuse Collection
- SCOP Grant
Oct 2024 Organizational Meeting of Council
The annual meeting by which Council, Community and Staff are appointed to the various roles to represent the community. Signing authority, and Deputy Mayor are also appointed.
Oct 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items under new business include:
- Emergency Management 3rd quarter report
- Development Officer 3rd quarter report
- Fire Department 3rd quarter report
- Fred & Freda Geuder Educational Bursary Recipients
- Harvest Sky Solar Farm
- Animal Control Bylaw #1035-2024
Sept 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include: Cancellation of the Sept 25, 2024 information meeting, 2024 Property Tax Report, Request from Hanna Community Garden, Franchise Fees ATCO and Apex Utilities, Request to sponsor from Hanna Chamber of Commerce,
Aug 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include:
- Committee Reports
- Big Country Waste Management Extended Producer Responsibility Agreement.
- Downtown business compensation.
- Municipal Enforcement vehicle purchase.
July 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include
- RCMP 4th quarter report}
- Quarterly reports from Emergency Management, Development, Fire Department and Muncipal Enforcement.
- Downtown business compensation discussion.
June 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include: Funding request from Hanna Community Garden, 4th Quarter report from Hanna RCMP Detachment, Tax recovery auction date, Animal Control Bylaw Public Engagement Plan, Surplus items sale, and more.
May 2024 Council Meeting Package
Items on the agenda include:
- 2023 Audited Financial Statements
- 2023 Spring Budget Adjustments
- Hanna Pickleball Club
- 2024 Tax Rate Bylaw
- Animal Control Bylaw 1st reading.
Jan 2024 Council Meeting Package
Call to order is 6:00 pm. Items on the agenda include reports from Fire Dep't., Development Officer and Emergency Management, 2024-2026 Operating and Capital Budget Approval and more...