Bow Island Council review remuneration rates

Posted on November 12, 2026 by Ryan Dahlman

By Nerissa McNaughton
Southern Alberta Newspapers

Council for the Town of Bow Island met on October 26 to consider a residential subdivision application, set Council remuneration rates for the coming term, review a regional opportunity to explore infrastructure financing through the Canada Infrastructure Bank, and more.

Subdivision Application 

An application to enlarge an existing residential lot on Golf View Dr., located along the west edge of the golf course across from Centennial Park was on the agenda.

The proposal would subdivide a 10-metre (32.8-foot) strip of golf course land and consolidate it with the adjacent residential lot, known as Lot 10. The lot would grow from 80 by 140 feet (24.38 by 42.7 metres) to 112.8 by 140 feet (34.38 by 42.7 metres), or about 0.36 acres (0.147 hectares). The golf club has agreed to sell the strip to the residential lot owner. The land is currently a vacant area of grass and a single tree. It is not part of the active course and is not needed for golf course operations.

Notice of the application was sent to adjacent landowners, along with instructions on how and when to submit comments or concerns.

Council Remuneration 

Council reviewed remuneration rates, with administration recommending an increase to the vehicle expense allowance (from $0.55 to $0.73)to better reflect rising fuel prices and Canada Revenue Agency exemptions. Current rates are as follows:

Councillors

• Base pay: $150 per month

• Council meetings: $135 per meeting

• Committee meetings: $35 per hour

• Full day (more than four hours): $240 per day

Mayor

• Monthly pay: $900

• Council meetings: $145 per meeting

• Committee meetings: $35 per hour

• Full day (more than four hours): $240 per day

Canada Infrastructure Bank Rural
Infrastructure Initiative 

Council considered a request from the Palliser Economic Partnership (PEP) regarding the Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) Rural Infrastructure Initiative. PEP has been coordinating early discussions with the CIB about supporting municipal projects such as water, wastewater, and housing-related servicing.

Through the resolution, Council acknowledged the opportunity to explore eligible infrastructure projects through the initiative. Should the Town identify a project worth pursuing, PEP is authorized to act as a regional facilitator. That role would include communications, preliminary project assessment, information sharing, and administrative coordination between the Town and the CIB.

The resolution makes clear that no commitment has been made. PEP’s role does not represent approval of any project, financing, borrowing, spending or construction. Any proposed project or agreement with the CIB must come back to Council for review and approval before the Town is bound to proceed. Council may also withdraw from any potential project at any time before a formal agreement is signed.

A certified copy of the resolution may be forwarded by PEP to the CIB and Alberta Municipal Affairs to confirm the Town’s interest in exploring opportunities.

The initiative may offer the Town future access to capital borrowing at reduced interest rates.

More Information 

Further details on these and other discussions and decisions from the October 26 meeting are available on the Town of Bow Island website.