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Fire Services Bylaw, B-18/2018
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BYLAW NO. B-18/2018
OF THE CITY OF AIRDRIE
IN THE PROVINCE OF ALBERTA
Being a bylaw to establish Fire Services in and for the City of Airdrie.
WHEREAS the Municipal Government Act, Revised Statutes of Alberta 2000, Chapter
M-26 and any amendments thereto, provides that a council of a municipality may pass
bylaws for municipal purposes respecting the safety, health and welfare of people and
the protection of people and property and for services provided by or on behalf of the
municipality; and
WHEREAS the municipal Council of the City of Airdrie has been accredited by the
Safety Codes Council in its respective municipality; and
WHEREAS the municipal Council of the City of Airdrie wishes to maintain fire services
within the City of Airdrie and to provide for the efficient operation of such emergency
services.
NOW THEREFORE the municipal Council of the City of Airdrie, in the Province of
Alberta, in Council duly assembled, hereby enacts the following:
Section 1
Short Title
1.1
This bylaw may be cited as the "Fire Services Bylaw."
Section 2
Definitions
2.1
In this bylaw:
a)
"Acceptable Burning Barrel" applies to farm use only and means an
outdoor receptacle that meets the following specifications:
i)
a minimum of three (3) metres' clearance is maintained from any
building, property line, or other combustible material when
measured from the nearest edge;
ii)
the opening does not exceed one (1) meter in width or in diameter
when measured between the widest points or outer edges;
iii)
the receptacle has closed sides made from brick, concrete blocks,
heavy gauge metal, or other non-combustible material that is
acceptable to the Fire Chief; and
iv)
a spark arrestor mesh screen with openings no larger than twelve
and one-half (12.5) millimetres that is constructed of expanded
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metal (or equivalent material) is used to cover the opening in a
manner sufficient to contain and reduce the hazards of airborne
sparks;
b)
"Acceptable Fire Pit" means an outdoor receptacle that meets the
following specifications:
i)
a minimum of three (3) metres' clearance is maintained from any
building, property line, or other combustible material when
measured from the nearest fire pit edge;
ii)
the fire pit height does not exceed six hundred (600) millimetres
when measured from the surrounding grade to the top of the pit
opening;
iii)
the pit opening does not exceed one (1) metre in width or in
diameter when measured between the widest points or outer
edges;
iv)
the fire pit has enclosed sides made from brick, concrete blocks,
heavy gauge metal, or other non-combustible material that is
acceptable to the Fire Chief; and
v)
a spark arrestor mesh screen with openings no larger than twelve
and one-half (12.5) millimetres that is constructed of expanded
metal (or equivalent material) is used to cover the fire pit opening in
a manner sufficient to contain and reduce the hazards of airborne
sparks;
c)
"Alberta Fire Code" applies to the Alberta Fire Code (AFC) 2014 which
came into effect May 1, 2015 through adoption of Alberta Regulation
32/2015 and documented STANDATA revisions that apply to the AFC
2014.
d)
"Acceptable Fireplace" means an outdoor receptacle that meets the
following:
i)
a minimum of one (1) metre's clearance is maintained from any
building, property line or other combustible material when
measured from the nearest fireplace edge;
ii)
the fireplace is constructed of materials such as bricks or rocks that
are heat and flame resistant;
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iii)
the fireplace is equipped with a chimney that is not less than two
and one-half (2.5) metres in heights when measured from the base
of the burning area;
iv)
the fireplace chimney is equipped with a regulation screen
designed to contain and reduce the hazards of airborne sparks;
v)
the base of the fire burning area is not less than three hundred
(300) millimetres above the surrounding grade; and
vi)
the fire chamber does not exceed one and one-quarter (1.25)
metres in width and is at least four hundred (400) millimetres but no
more than six hundred (600) millimetres in depth;
Clay fire pots are required to meet the above regulations and should have
a layer of sand or gravel in the bottom to prevent burn through;
e)
"Burnable Debris" applies to farm use only and means the following
materials:
i)
grass and weeds;
ii)
leaves and tree pruning;
iii)
brush and fallen trees on newly cleared land;
iv)
wood material from the construction of demolition of buildings that
does not contain wood preservatives; and
v)
household refuse;
All burning of any of the above debris requires a Fire Permit issued by the
Fire Department with the exception of debris when burned within an
Acceptable Burning Barrel;
f)
"Chief Administrative Officer" means the person appointed to the position
and title of City Manager by Council, or his designate;
g)
"City" means the municipal corporation of the City of Airdrie and includes
the geographical area contained within the boundaries of the City as the
context so requires;
h)
"Council" means the municipal Council of the City;
i)
"Dangerous Goods" means any product, substance, or organism specified
in the regulations or included by its nature in any of the classes listed in
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R.S.A. 2000, Chapter D-4, and any amendments thereto;
j)
"Dwelling or Dwelling Unit" means a building or portion of a building
consisting of one (1) or more rooms operated or intended to be operated
as a residence for a household, containing cooking, sleeping and sanitary
facilities only for that unit. Part or all of the dwelling may be constructed
through prefabrication or modular assembly;
k)
"Dwelling, Secondary Suite" means a secondary Dwelling Unit that is
located within and accessory to a Dwelling, Single Detached. A
Secondary Suite has an entrance separate from the entrance for the
principal Dwelling and contains living, cooking, sleeping, and sanitation
facilities which are separate from those of the principal dwelling located on
the site. This land use may also be referred to in this Bylaw as a
"Secondary Suite";
l)
"Dwelling, Single Detached" means a building containing one (1) dwelling
or dwelling unit;
m)
False Alarm" means:
i)
any second or subsequent fire alarm from or emergency response
to the same municipal address that is set off needlessly, though
wilful or accidental, human or mechanical error to which the Fire
Department responds; or
ii)
any second or subsequent emergency response to the same
municipal address where the emergency response has been
initiated from a different municipal address and where the Fire
Department has previously determined and notified the initiating
party that the cause for the emergency response is not an offence
under this Bylaw;
n)
"Fire Chief" means the Person filling that role for the City, who performs
the duties and responsibilities of a fire chief, or his designate;
o)
"Fire Department" means the fire department as established by Council
and organized by the City consisting of, among other things, all persons
appointed or recruited to the various positions withing the Fire Department
and all buildings, equipment, apparatus, materials and supplies used in
the operation, maintenance and administration of the Fire Department;
p)
"Fire Permit" means a written application in the prescribed form set out by
the Fire Department for approval for an Open Air Fire or discharge of
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Fireworks and includes such other information as may be required by the
Fire Department;
q)
"Fireworks" means the fireworks listed in Class 7, Division 1, and Class 7,
Division 2, Subsection 1 and 2 in Section 14 of the Explosives Act
(Canada) and Section 5.7 of the Alberta Fire Code;
r)
"Incident" means a fire or medical situation where a fire or explosion is
imminent or any other situation presenting danger or possible danger to
life, property or the environment and to which the Fire Department has
responded;
s)
"Incinerator Fire" means a fire that is confined within a non-combustible
structure or container that has draft and smoke vents covered with a
heavy gauge metal screen having a mesh size not larger than thirteen (13)
millimetres and that is ventilated in such a manner as to preclude the
escape of combustible materials including ash, which fire is set for the
purpose of burning refuse, excepting plastic products;
t)
"Liquid Fueled Barbeques or Heating Appliances means any barbeque or
heating appliance (includes table top fire pit) fueled by propane or natural
gas from a portable cylinder, or supplied utility service;
u)
"Member" means any person who is a member of the Fire Department;
v)
"Open Air Fire" means any fire that:
i)
is not an Incinerator Fire, Public Park Site Fire or a fire in an
Acceptable Burning Barrel, Acceptable Fire Pit, or Acceptable
Fireplace; and
ii)
without limiting the generality of the foregoing, shall include grass
fires, forest and brush fires, running Fires, structure fires, wood
scrap fires, ground thawing fires and chattel fires;
w)
"Owner" means the Person or Persons listed on the title of a parcel of land
at the Land Titles Office;
x)
"Peace Officer" means a member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police,
a Community Peace Officer appointed under the Peace Officer Act, or a
Bylaw Enforcement Officer appointed under the Municipal Government
Act;
y)
"Person" means any individual, firm, partnership, association or
corporation;
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z)
"Portable Appliance" means any appliance sold or constructed for the
purpose of cooking food outdoors;
aa)
"Prohibited Debris" means any material that when burned will result in the
release of dense smoke or toxic air contaminants to the atmosphere as
outlined in any statute or bylaw written to protect and enhance the
environment and shall include but not be limited to materials described as:
i)
straw and stubble;
ii)
animal cadavers;
iii)
animal manure;
iv)
chemicals and chemical containers;
v)
combustible material in automobiles;
vi)
household refuse;
vii)
non-wooden material;
viii)
paints and painting materials;
ix)
pathological waste;
x)
rubber or plastic or anything containing or coated with rubber or
plastic or similar substances except rubber or plastic attached to
shredded scrap steel;
xi)
tires;
xii)
toxic substances
xiii)
used oil; or
xiv)
wood or wood products containing substances for the purpose of
preserving wood;
bb)
"Public Park Site Fire" means a fire on land owned or leased by the City or
its agents for recreational purposes and is confined to either a non-
combustible container supplied by the City, as approved by the Fire
Department, or a Portable Appliance that is designed for the purpose of
cooking food, obtaining warmth or viewing for pleasure. Such fire may
only be fuelled with seasoned wood, charcoal, natural gas or propane;
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cc)
"Running Fire" means a fire burning without being under the proper control
of any Person;
dd)
"Solid Fueled Barbeques" are appliances where the primary source of fuel
consists of charcoal, briquettes or wood,
ee)
"Voluntary Payment Tag" means a municipal tag or similar document
issued by the City in relation to an offence under this Bylaw.
Section 3
Fire Department
3.1
Council hereby establishes the Fire Department for the purpose of:
i)
preventing and extinguishing fires;
ii)
investigating the cause of fires in accordance with the Quality
Management Plan approved by Council and the Safety Codes Council;
iii)
preserving life, property and the environment protecting Persons and
property from injury or destruction by fire;
iv)
providing rescue services and medical emergency co-response;
v)
preventing, combatting and controlling Incidents;
vi)
carrying out preventable patrols, pre-fire planning and fire inspections in
accordance with the Quality Management Plan approved by Council and
the Safety Codes Council;
vii)
recommending to Council the entering into agreements with other
municipalities or Persons for the joint use, control, and management of fire
extinguishing apparatus and equipment;
viii)
purchasing and operating apparatus and equipment for extinguishing fires
or preserving life, property and the environment;
ix)
enforcing the provisions of the Safety Codes Act and its regulations.
Section 4
Fire Chief
4.1
The authority of the Fire Chief is granted by this Bylaw, City policy and the Safety
Codes Act. The Fire Chief shall ultimately be responsible to the Chief
Administrative Officer.
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4.2
The Fire Chief shall perform such functions and have such powers and
responsibilities as the Chief Administrative Officer may prescribe from time to
time.
4.3
The Fire Chief is hereby authorized to take action for the development, rules,
regulations, and policies for the ongoing organization and administration of the
Fire Department.
4.4
The Fire Chief or any other Member in charge at an Incident is empowered to
cause a building, structure or thing to be pulled down, demolished or otherwise
removed if he deems it necessary to prevent the spread of fire to other buildings,
structures, or things.
4.5
The Fire Chief or any other Member in charge at an Incident is empowered to
cause the Fire Department to enter on any land or premises, including adjacent
land or premises, to combat, control, or deal with the Incident in whatever
manner he deems necessary.
4.6
Upon approval of the City Manager, the Fire Chief may negotiate on behalf of the
Chief Administrative Officer with the Government of Alberta, other municipalities,
and Persons for the purpose of establishing mutual aid agreements and fire
control agreements with recommendations and concerns regarding the
establishing or renewing of any mutual aid agreement or fire control agreement
or amendments thereto.
4.7
For the purpose of fire investigations and inspections, the Fire Chief may obtain
assistance from other officials of the City as he deems necessary in order to
discharge his duties and responsibilities under this Bylaw.
Section 5
Requirement to Report
5.1
The Owner or his authorized agent of any property damaged by fire shall
immediately report to the Fire Department particulars of the fire in a manner and
form that is satisfactory to the Fire Chief.
5.2
The Owner or his authorized agent of any property containing a Dangerous
Good(s) that sustains an accidental or unplanned release of the Dangerous
Good(s) shall immediately report to the Fire Chief particulars of the release in a
manner and form that is satisfactory to the Fire Chief.
Section 6
Barbeques/Table Top Propane Fueled Fire Pits Regulations
6.1
The Alberta Fire Code states that "No person shall use a solid fuel-fired
barbeque in a building or on a balcony of a building containing more than two (2)
Dwelling Units".
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6.2
If the Owner(s) of a building allow propane barbeques and other appliances to be
installed on their outdoor decks and/or balconies, the barbeques, cylinders or any
other items shall be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's certified
instruction and the CSA B149 code requirements as follows:
i)
the barbeques and portable appliances shall be certified by a recognized
certification organization (i.e. CSA, ITS, ULC and cUL);
ii)
be equipped with a maximum of one (1) twenty pound (20-lb) cylinder per
installation;
iii)
the cylinder shall be equipped with a QCC-1 (Quick Closing Coupling)
connection valve, which incorporates an Over Fill Protection Device
(OPD);
iv)
the balcony shall be of an open design and shall not be located below
grade;
v)
the balcony shall be of sufficient size to provide adequate clearance to
combustible materials as required by the barbeque manufacturer's
instructions;
vi)
while being transferred through the building for refilling purposes, the
cylinder OCC-1 valve shall be closed and equipped with a protective cap;
vii)
the transfer by elevator shall be by freight or service elevator or by a
passenger elevator only if no passengers are permitted on the elevator
other than the Person in control of the cylinder;
viii)
a cylinder that is damaged, leaking, or due for prescribed re-examination,
shall not be filled but shall be removed from service; and
ix)
a cylinder not connected for use shall be stored outdoors.
6.3
If the Owner(s) of a building allow table top propane fueled fire pits or other
heating appliances to be installed on their decks and/or balconies, then the
appliances, cylinder or any other items shall be installed in accordance with
manufacturer's certified instructions and the CSA B149 code requirements as
follows:
i)
the barbeques and portable appliances shall be certified by a recognized
certification organization (i.e. CSA, ITS, ULC and cUL);
ii)
be equipped with a maximum of one (1) twenty pound (20 lb) cylinder per
installation
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iii)
the cylinder shall be equipped with a QCC-1 (Quick Closing Coupling)
connection valve, which incorporates an Over Fill Protection Device
(OPD);
iv)
the balcony shall be of an open design and shall not be located below
grade;
v)
the balcony shall be of sufficient size to provide adequate clearance to
combustible materials as required by the fire pit manufacturer's
instructions;
vi)
while being transferred through the building for refill purposes, the cylinder
OCC-1 valve shall be closed and equipped with a protective cap;
vii)
the transfer by elevator shall be by freight or service elevator or by a
passenger elevator only if no passengers are permitted on the elevator
other than the Person in control of the cylinder;
viii)
a cylinder that is damaged, leaking, or due for prescribed re-examination,
shall not be filled but shall be removed from service; and
ix)
a cylinder not connected for use shall be stored outdoors.
Section 7
Open Air Fires
7.1
No Person shall permit an Open Air Fire or any other fire upon land owned or
occupied or under his control within the City unless a Fire Permit has been
obtained, the provisions outlined on the Fire Permit are complied with, and
Burnable Debris is burned.
7.2
Every Person who builds, ignites or allows a fire on a Premises must ensure that
the fire is not left unsupervised at any time. Every Person who builds, ignites or
allows a fire in a Fire Pit must ensure that:
i)
a means of extinguishing the fire is kept on hand at all times while the fire
is burning;
ii)
the flames from the fire do not exceed one (1) metre in height at all times;
iii)
the fire is extinguished completely, leaving only cold ashes, prior to
leaving the fire.
7.3
Notwithstanding Section 7.1, a Fire Permit shall not be required under this Bylaw
to conduct:
i)
the cooking of food using a Portable Appliance;
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ii)
recreational burning or the cooking of food in Acceptable Fire Pits or
Acceptable Fireplaces, provided:
a)
only clean fuel is used such as natural gas, dry wood, or charcoal in
amounts that will be contained within the Acceptable Fire Pit or
Acceptable Fireplace below the mesh screen;
b)
the Acceptable Fire Pit or Acceptable Fireplace is not used to burn
Prohibited Debris;
c)
a means, acceptable to the Fire Chief, of controlling or
extinguishing the fire is available on the property and within
reasonable distance from where the fire occurs; and
d)
a responsible adult is present on the property when the fire is
burning;
iii)
burning in fireplaces in or attached to Dwellings as provided by legislation;
iv)
burning in City owned campgrounds and parks where fireplaces, stoves
and fire pits are provided by or approved by the City;
v)
burning in an Incinerator for which a permit to construct and licence to
operate has been issued pursuant to the applicable legislation; or
vi)
burning by the Fire Department for the purpose of training its Members.
Section 8
Fire Safety Plans
8.1
The Alberta Fire Code requires buildings or parts of buildings undergoing
construction or demolition to have a fire safety plan.
8.2
The Fire Safety Plan must comply with all appropriate requirements outlined in
the Alberta Fire Code. Minimum safety measures at construction or demolition
sites include, but are not limited to:
i)
accessibility for emergency services;
ii)
all hydrants must be operable and kept free from obstruction;
iii)
standpipe connections (Fire Department connections) must be identified
and accessible;
iv)
site must be kept clear of combustible debris;
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v)
site must be secured; and
vi)
contractors must provide fire extinguishers at accessible locations.
8.3
Fire Safety Plans must be reviewed by the Fire Prevention Bureau prior to
commencement of work.
Section 9
Fire Permits
9.1
Any Person wishing to obtain a Fire Permit must apply to the Fire Chief during
the normal business hours of the Fire Department.
9.2
Each application for a Fire Permit must contain the following information:
i)
the name and address of the applicant and the name and address of the
Owner of the land on which the applicant proposes to set a fire;
ii)
the legal and municipal description of the land on which the applicant
proposes to set a fire;
iii)
the period of time for which the Fire Permit is required;
iv)
the precautions that will be taken by the applicant to ensure that the
proposed fire remains under his or her control;
v)
the signature of the applicant; and
vi)
the written consent to the proposed fire by the Owner of the land (if
different than the applicant).
vii)
each Fire Permit must be numbered and contain the signature, name, and
designation number of the authorizing Safety Codes Officer.
9.3
Upon receipt of an application for a Fire Permit, the Fire Chief shall consider the
application, and may, pursuant to the provisions of this Bylaw and the Alberta
Fire Code:
i)
refuse to grant a Fire Permit;
ii)
grant a Fire Permit with or without terms and conditions as he deems
appropriate; or
iii)
determine that a Fire Permit is not required.
9.4
If a fire pit is not an Acceptable Fire Pit or if a fireplace is not an Acceptable
Fireplace, the Fire Chief may issue a Fire Permit if he is satisfied that the non-
conforming fire pit or fireplace meets appropriate safety standards.
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9.5
No Person shall sell, possess, or discharge Fireworks in the City unless they
have the appropriate permits and licensing for high level displays. A Fire Permit
is required for the discharge of Fireworks. Fireworks must be purchased from a
recognized company that meets all current provincial or federal regulations and
standards.
9.6
Fireworks considered low level displays are banned withing the City.
Possession, sale, or storage of Fireworks is prohibited.
9.7
The Fire Permit fee shall as set out in the User Fees and Charges Bylaw and
shall be paid upon approval of the Fire Permit application.1
9.8
A Fire Permit shall not be transferable.
9.9
Fire Permits issued pursuant to this Bylaw are valid for such period of time as
shall be determined and set by the Fire Chief and shall state the period of time
for which the said Fire Permit is valid.
9.10 The Fire Chief may extend in writing the period of time that a Fire Permit is valid
provided the Fire Permit has not expired.
Section 10 Recovery of Costs
10.1 Where the Fire Department has taken any action whatsoever for the purpose of:
i)
site inspections for regulated occupancies;
ii)
requested site inspections and required fire investigations;
ii)
business inspections;
iv)
file searches;
v)
report copies;
vi)
duplicate copies of photographs;
vii)
photocopies of photographs;
viii)
site inspection of Fire Permit for flammable or combustible fuel tank
installation;
ix)
site inspection and Fire Permit for flammable or combustible fuel tank
removal; or
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x)
Fire Permit (includes the discharge of Fireworks);
the required fee shall be paid to the Fire Department.
10.2 Where the Fire Department has extinguished a fire or responded to a fire call or
Incident within or outside the City for the purpose of preserving life, property and
the environment from injury or destruction by fire or other Incident, including any
such action taken by the Fire Department on a False Alarm, the Fire Chief may,
in respect of any costs incurred by the Fire Department in taking such action,
charge any costs incurred by the Fire Department to:
i)
the Person who caused the Incident;
ii)
the Owner of the property or the Person in possession of the property
where the Incident occurred; or
iii)
the Owner of the property or the Person in possession and control of the
property if the location of the Incident is not on privately owned land.
10.3 The fees and charges charged by the Fire Department for services rendered
pursuant to this Bylaw are set out in the User Fees and Charges Bylaw.2
10.4 In respect of the fees or charges required to be paid under this Bylaw:
i)
the City may recover such fees or charges as a debt due and owing to the
City; or
ii)
in the case of action taken by the Fire Department and where permitted
under the Municipal Government Act, such fees or charges may be
charged against the land as taxes due and owing in respect of that land.
Section 11 Offences and Penalties
11.1 The Fire Chief may terminate, suspend, or cancel a Fire Permit upon
contravention of any provision of this Bylaw or the Alberta Fire Code or any terms
and conditions found on the Fire Permit.
11.2 A person, who contravenes any provision of this Bylaw shall be deemed to be
guilty of an offence and upon conviction is liable to a fine of not less than Two
Hundred Fifty ($250) Dollars and not more than Two Thousand Five Hundred
($2,500) Dollars. No person found guilty of an offence under this Bylaw shall be
liable for imprisonment.
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11.3 Where a Person:
i)
fails to obtain a Fire Permit as required under this Bylaw; or
ii)
obtains a Fire Permit as provided for in this Bylaw but fails to follow the
provisions of the Bylaw or the conditions outlined on the Fire Permit; or
iii)
originally did not require a Fire Permit but whose actions brought an Open
Air Fire under the requirements for a Fire Permit as defined herein; and
iv)
a fire beyond the control of the Person or other Incident results therefrom,
then such Person shall be liable to pay all costs for emergency response
incurred by the Fire Department; and the City shall be able to recover to
recover from such Person all such costs as a debt owing to the
municipality.
11.4 A Peace Officer is hereby authorized and empowered to issue a Voluntary
Payment Tag to any Person who the Peace Officer has reasonable and probable
grounds to believe has contravened any provision of this Bylaw.
11.5 A municipal Voluntary Payment Tag may be issued to such Person:
i)
either personally; or
ii)
by mailing a copy to such Person at his last known address.
11.6 Where a contravention of this Bylaw is of a continuing nature, further Voluntary
Payment Tags or Summons may be issued by a Peace Officer, provided that no
more than one Voluntary Payment Tag or Summons shall be issued for each
calendar day that the contravention continues.
11.7 Where a Voluntary Payment Tag is issued pursuant to this Bylaw, the Person to
whom the Voluntary Payment Tag is issued may, in lieu of being prosecuted for
the offence, pay to the City the penalty specified on the Voluntary Payment Tag.
11.8 Nothing in this Bylaw shall prevent a Peace Officer from issuing a Violation Ticket
for the mandatory Court appearance of any Person who contravenes any
provision of this Bylaw.
Section 12 Violation Ticket
12.1 If the penalty specified on a Voluntary Payment Tag is not paid within the
prescribed time period, then a Peace Officer is hereby authorized and
empowered to issue a Violation Ticket pursuant to the Provincial Offences
Procedure Act.
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12.2 Notwithstanding any other provision of this Bylaw, a Peace Officer is hereby
authorized and empowered to immediately issue a Violation Ticket pursuant to
the Provincial Offences Procedure Act to any Person who the Peace Officer has
reasonable grounds to believe has contravened any provision of this bylaw.
Section 13
In the event that any provision of this Bylaw is inconsistent with any legislation of the
Government of Canada or the Province of Alberta, the legislation of the Government of
Canada or the Province of Alberta shall prevail.
13.1 Bylaw No. B-13/2008 and any amendments thereto is hereby repealed.
READ a first time this 15th day of October, 2018.
READ a second time this 15th day of October, 2018.
READ a third time this 15th day of October, 2018.
Executed this 15th day of October, 2018.
"P. Brown"
Mayor
"S. Pollyck"
City Clerk
Consolidated ____________________
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City Clerk
12/28/2023
Office consolidation
Fire Services Bylaw, B-18/2018
Page 17
Includes amendments made up to and including December 18, 2023
SCHEDULE "A"
Voluntary Payment Tag
1st Offence
$250.00
2nd and Subsequent Offences
$500.00
Other fees and charges charged by the Fire Department for services rendered pursuant
to this Bylaw are set out in the User Fees and Charges Bylaw.3
3 Bylaw B-44/2023