New flood maps are available for watersheds across Alberta, including our own watershed. You do not need to be an engineer or flood expert to view or provide feedback. The provincial government will carefully consider all feedback received and will revise the draft reports and flood maps to address technical errors, as appropriate.

The provincial government has released draft flood maps meant to improve public safety, support emergency management, and help build safer and more resilient communities over the long term. Engagement opportunities are open for Albertans to provide feedback on new flood maps. Feedback will help ensure this work is technically sound.

Share your thoughts on the draft flood maps by going to www.alberta.ca/flood-study-engagements.aspx by January 15, 2021.

While the office remains open (Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.), Lacombe County is following AHS guidelines and has a number of County staff working from home. As such, the public is advised to call ahead to ensure the staff member you are wishing to meet with is in the office. Please note that all staff members are available via email and cell phone.

We ask that you consider using the following alternative service options:

• Phone (403-782-6601)
• Email ()
• Online service request portal
• Facebook (@LacombeCounty)

In previous years, Lacombe County has coordinated the Take it Off program on local lakes.

As per the Alberta Guide to Sportfishing Regulations, it is now mandatory to identify your ice fishing hut with your WiN number OR name, phone number, and address. Ice huts MUST be removed before March 31.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Alberta Environment and Parks at 310-0000

On December 8, 2020, the Government of Alberta added new mandatory provincewide measures in response to rising COVID-19 cases. 

The Lacombe County Office continues to be open to the public, but we highly recommended that members of the public access our services remotely by contacting the County by phone during regular hours (8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday) at (403)782-6601, by email , through the online service portal, or through our social media channels. 

Effective immediately (December 8, 2020): 

During a regular inspection of bridge 1477 at SW 2-41-25 W4M, a structural issue was discovered. As a safety precaution, Alberta Transportation has recommended limiting traffic with a 5-tonne weight limit.

Effective immediately, the posted weight limit will be reduced to 5 tonnes. Please avoid travel across this structure where possible. The bridge is located on Rge Rd 25-2, just north of Twp Rd 41-0 (see map below).

Residents and ratepayers of Lacombe County will see minimal disruption to County services following the latest Alberta Health Services COVID-19 guidelines that were unveiled on November 24th.

The County Office will remain open to the public during normal working hours of 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

While the office remains open, Lacombe County is following AHS guidelines and has some County staff working from home. As such, the public is advised to call ahead to ensure the staff member you are wishing to meet with is in the office. Please note that all staff members are available via email and cell phone.

We ask that you consider using the following alternative service options:

Lacombe County Council has adopted the County’s 2021 interim operating and capital budgets. This budget supports the maintenance of existing service levels while managing the County’s spending in a responsible manner that reflects the current economic situation and follows the priorities set out in the County’s Strategic Plan, long-range road construction plan, and capital equipment replacement plan.

“Over the last few years, Lacombe County has faced many unique challenges facing our economy, including a significant loss in revenue from oil and gas well taxes and now the COVID-19 pandemic,” said Tim Timmons, County Manager. “On November 27, Council voted to approve an interim budget for 2021 that recognizes the challenges and uncertainty in our province.”

Please note the following properties will be auctioned off on November 30, 2020, at 1:30 p.m. at the Lacombe County Administration Building:

S1/2 of Lots 12 & 13, Block 57, Plan 7159AI

All other properties previously advertised have had the outstanding arrears paid and have been removed from the sale.

**Lacombe County requires all visitors to wear a face-covering in our building. Please do not enter our building if you are feeling unwell or if you have been in close contact with a confirmed COVID-19 case.

Michael Minchin
Corporate Services Director
Lacombe County