Municipal Development Plan

Municipal Development Plan

A Municipal Development Plan (MDP) is a key policy plan that communicates the long term desired land use in the Town of Wembley.

The Municipal Development Plan (Plan) is the primary planning policy document for use at the municipal level. It is intended to provide a framework for the ongoing development of the Town of Wembley (Town). The preparation of this Plan has been motivated by a number of factors:

• The Municipal Government Act (MGA) requires every municipality to prepare a Municipal Development Plan, and this Plan has been prepared in accordance with s. 632 of the MGA;

• The potential for growth has been constrained in the last number of years due to water supply concerns, a constraint that has been eliminated due to the construction of a new transmission line from Grande Prairie;

• New development trends and current best practices in land use planning and engineering have emerged, along with recent changes to provincial regulations, and direction from Council, Administration, and ratepayers;

• A need to expand the Town’s non-residential (commercial and industrial) assessment base in a responsible fashion in order to improve its long term financial sustainability; and

• A desire to maintain the close working relationship between the Town and the County of Grande Prairie No. 1 through the promotion of intermunicipal partnerships, cooperation and coordination in land use planning efforts, and the delivery of services.

More information: Municipal Development Plan (MDP) Bylaw

FIRE RESTRICTION IS IN EFFECT FOR THE COUNTY OF GRANDE PRAIRIE

UPDATED 4/16/2024

Effective at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, April 9, the County of Grande Prairie Regional Fire Service will issue a Fire Restriction for the entire County, along with the towns of Wembley, Beaverlodge and Sexsmith.

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- GRANDE PRAIRIE FOREST AREA INFORMATION -

Grande Prairie Forest Area Update - April 15, 2024

Posted on Mon, Apr 15, 2024

The wildfire danger in the Grande Prairie Forest Area remains HIGH. Strong and gusty winds continue. Sparks from rocks hitting heavy machinery, dragging chains and welding operations, shooting guns at targets, sparks hitting dry grass are all high-risk activities.

This past weekend Alberta Wildfire has responded to wildfires caused by winter burning holdovers. These wildfires are preventable, you must check for heat and ensure they are fully extinguished. Go back to your burn sites and feel the ashes for heat and use hand tools and water to ensure that there is no fire burning underneath the top soil.

Report wildfires by calling 310-FIRE (3473).

Wildfire information

Since January 1, 2024, there has been 18 wildfires reported in the Grande Prairie Forest Area burning nearly 78 hectares. Of the 18 wildfires, 13 have been extinguished, three are listed as turned over to the responsible parties and two are under control.

There are currently five carryover fires from the 2023 wildfire season. All carryover wildfires are listed as under control and are being monitored by firefighters.

A fire restriction is in effect in northwestern Alberta in the Forest Protection Area surrounding the communities of Valleyview and Grande Prairie and west of the Peace River.

Under this restriction:

- Existing fire permits are restricted, suspended or cancelled and no new fire permits will be issued.

- Safe wood campfires within fire rings in campgrounds are allowed.

Prohibited on public lands, including backcountry and random camping areas:

- All outdoor wood fires.

- Fires fueled exclusively by charcoal briquettes.

- The use of fireworks and exploding targets.

Allowed in designated campgrounds on private and public land, designated day use areas and on privately owned land:

- Safe wood campfires.

- Backyard fire pits, charcoal briquette barbeques.

- Propane/ natural gas-powered appliances CSA approved or UL certified.

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE.

A fire advisory remains effect for the south parts of the Grande Prairie Forest Area due to dry fuel conditions.

Under this advisory:

Permits will be issued on a case by case basis

No heavy fuel fire permits will be issued

Prohibited:

Any burning without a valid fire permit, other than a campfire

Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.

Stay informed of fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking Alberta Firebans.ca

If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473)

The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve

If you live in Alberta, you have a role to play in making your home and neighbourhood safer and more resilient to wildfires. An estimated 90% of homes damaged or destroyed by wildfire are ignited by embers. By taking proactive FireSmart measures around your house and yard, you can increase your properties’ resistance to wildfire. Check out firesmartalberta.ca for more information.

Fire permits

Before you burn it, get a fire permit. Fire permits help us to track what is burning on the landscape. If you're burning without a fire permit or outside fire permit conditions, your fire is considered a wildfire. Anyone living outside the FPA can contact their municipality for information about local fire permit requirements.

Albertans living or working in the Forest Protection Area of the province can request a free fire permit by contacting your local forestry office or using the new, convenient online Fire Permit Portal.

County West / Grovedale - (780) 814-1648

Spirit River - (780) 814-1983

Valleyview - (780) 524-6576

View a video fire permits about by clicking here

Wildfire compliance and enforcement

Alberta Wildfire relies on legislation, education and enforcement to help prevent wildfires and protect the safety of Albertans. The Forest and Prairie Protection Act is the primary legislation which enables the protection of the forests and prairies of Alberta from wildfire.

For more information contact:

Kelly Burke | Wildfire Information Officer

(780) 832-7235

kelly.burke@gov.ab.ca

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