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Stony Plain a priority growth area

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While offering glimpses of a bygone era, Stony Plain is also attracting attention for its growth. With a population now reaching more than 15,000, the town is in fact eligible for city status.

“The community has grown exponentially since 1989 and is identified as a priority growth area in the Capital Region for the next 20 years,” said Mayor William Choy. “The population is expected to more than double by 2032, and council is working to accommodate that growth.”

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Campbell station transit’s highest priority

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St. Albert’s transit system of the future could see peace officers at transit stations and on buses, free Wi-Fi Internet access for riders and giving buses priority right of way on certain roads.

Council on Monday endorsed St. Albert Transit’s long-term plan, designed to spell out the possible changes to the department between 2013 and 2027.

While a draft had gone to council late last year, the final report included suggestions and changes from members of the public.

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Courthouse top priority: MLA

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Strathcona County’s courthouse was dubbed the “worst courthouse in all of Alberta” less than a year ago, but it seems the province is looking at plans to change that.

Last winter saw the Sherwood Park Courthouse suffer extreme damage as the result of a sewage backup that brought to light the discontent of law professionals with the local building.

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