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SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS COMMUNITY RESILIENCE, NEEDS

Council heard an overview of how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted residents and non-profit organizations. The Social Recovery Task Force presented results highlighting the social, emotional and financial impacts and the goals for responding. Read on...
COUNCIL APPROVES REVISED CAPITAL PROJECT PLAN

Town Council approved a revised capital plan for 2020 at their meeting Monday. The plan moves four projects into the current year and funds them from grants, reserves and offsite levies. Read on...
TASK FORCE LAUNCHES LOCAL SHOP SAFE CAMPAIGN

Town Council got their first look at the new shop local campaign endorsed by the Economic Recovery Task Force (ERTF) at their meeting June 22. Open and Safe is intended to support the local economy and remind the public it’s safe to shop in Cochrane. Read on...
HORSE CREEK ROAD PEDESTRIAN CROSSING NOW OPEN

Cochrane’s new Horse Creek Road pedestrian rail crossing opened today with a ribbon cutting and official first crossing. The crossing is a collaboration between the Town of Cochrane and CP Rail to connect neighbourhoods on the west side of Town. Read on...
TOWN PREPARING FOR STAFF RE-ENTRY, PUBLIC ACCESS

The Town is getting ready for staff to return to their work locations and making plans to welcome the public back to Town facilities. Some staff will start returning June 22; the RancheHouse will reopen to the public with safety measures on July 6. Read on...
WORLD ELDER ABUSE AWARENESS DAY IS JUNE 15

The Town of Cochrane has declared June 15 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day. The day is being marked with a lilac tree planting at Bethany Cochrane by Mayor Jeff Genung and members of the World Elder Abuse Awareness Day (WEAAD) committee. Read on...
COUNCIL HOLDS THE LINE ON 2020 BUDGET, SETS TAX RATE

Town Council approved property tax rates yesterday. The amount is the rate in the 2020 budget approved by Council in Dec 2019. By keeping the tax rate low and ensuring Town services continue, Council supports community recovery from COVID-19 impacts. Read on...
TELL THE SOCIAL RECOVERY TASK FORCE HOW COVID-19 HAS IMPACTED YOU

The Town of Cochrane knows COVID-19 has had a huge impact on our community. The Social Recovery Task Force (SRTF) wants to hear from residents about the specifics through a community survey launched online this week. Read on...
COUNCIL APPROVES $54K IN COMMUNITY GRANTS

A total of 25 local groups were approved for Town of Cochrane Community Grant funding at the June 8 Council meeting. The supports local groups with funding for projects, events or capital expenditures. Read on...
COUNCIL SUPPORTS SLS FAMILY SPORTS CENTRE TO REBOUND AND SERVE RESIDENTS

Town Council voted 4-3 Thursday night to help SLSFSC respond to a fiscal blow brought by the COVID-19 crisis. When provincial COVID-19 regulations forced recreation facility closures in March, SLSFSC lost its largest revenue stream. Read on...
FIRE AND MUNICIPAL ENFORCEMENT PRESENT ANNUAL REPORTS TO COUNCIL

Cochrane Fire Services and Municipal Enforcement managers presented their annual reports to Council at their meeting yesterday. Both reports reflect changing needs in the community in 2019, and that those needs are being met. Read on...
ECO CENTRE OPENS JUNE 2 WITH MODIFIED PROGRAMS

The Cochrane Eco Centre is reopening next week with modifications in place to protect staff and the community. The operational plan was reviewed and approved by the Town Emergency Coordination Centre and meets provincial requirements. Read on...
TAKE A VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP TO COCHRANE FIRE STATION 151

Cochrane Fire Services is now offering an exclusive behind the scenes look at one of the Town’s most loved facilities with the launch of their new interactive 360º virtual tour of the Protective Services Centre. Read on...
#COCHRANESAYSTHANKS LAUNCHES MAY 18

The Town of Cochrane is launching a new campaign to help the community share their gratitude. #CochraneSaysThanks starts May 18 with a poster campaign so residents can thank each other, as well as local businesses and services. Read on...
FAMILY RESOURCE NETWORK COMING TO COCHRANE

Cochrane and area has been recognized as a medium-sized community by the province and the Town of Cochrane has officially been designated a Family Resource Network (FRN) under Alberta Children’s Services (ACS). Read on...
COUNCIL MOVES TO HELP COCHRANE FAMILIES BY EXTENDING TAX DEADLINE

Cochrane Town Council passed a motion this week aimed at helping alleviate some of the pressures property owners are facing by extending the tax payment deadline to September 30 from June 30. Read on...
RESIDENTIAL STREET SWEEPING STARTS MAY 4

Residential street cleaning in Cochrane officially starts Monday, May 4. Due to the operational impacts of COVID-19, the Town is asking for extra cooperation this year. Read on...
TOWN EVENT CANCELLATION EXTENDED TO JULY 2

The Town has extended cancellation of events to Jul 2, including events in the Town’s parks, fields and buildings. Cochrane’s response to COVID-19 aligns with provincial and federal responses and originally included the cancellation of events until Jun 1. Read on...
COUNCIL APPROVES RELIEF MEASURE TO LESSEN WATER BILL STRESS

Cochrane Town Council is taking action to support residents in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. At yesterday’s meeting, Council approved an adjustment to residential water consumption thresholds to mitigate against anticipated increases. Read on...
NO DELAY TO INSPECTIONS: COCHRANE SAFETY CODES INSPECTIONS NOW VIRTUAL

Anyone who’s worked on a building project knows inspections are a crucial component of safety and compliance. With COVID-19 requiring physical distancing, the Town has found a way to virtually inspect building, electrical, gas and plumbing work. Read on...
COLT WINS INTERNATIONAL DESIGN AWARD

Cochrane On-demand Local Transit has received recognition from the prestigious Hermes Creative Awards for logo design and marketing planning. The COLT logo design and graphics package won gold, while the COLT launch marketing campaign won platinum. Read on...
COMMUNITY PEACE OFFICERS ADAPTING TO COVID-19

The role of Cochrane’s Community Peace Officers has been changing with the evolving COVID-19 situation. Peace Officers are tailoring their duties to work in partnership with public health inspectors, while continuing to prioritize public education. Read on...
COMMUNITY STORIES SHARED ON SHOP COCHRANE

The Town is sharing community stories to help residents connect: ShopCochrane.ca and Facebook.com/ShopCochrane Read on...
RIDE COLT FREE DURING COVID-19 RESPONSE

COLT buses will be free to ride for the time being to help Cochrane residents get to work and essential appointments. Town Council approved the change at their March 24 meeting via video conference. Read on...
TOWN WAIVING LATE UTILITY PAYMENT PENALTIES, OFFERING PAYMENT OPTIONS FOR UTILITIES & PROPERTY TAXES

Town Council approved waiving late utility bill penalties for four months, as well as approving a deferral of utility bills for residents who need it until August 2020. Read on...
TOWN ENCOURAGING SUPPORT FOR LOCAL BUSINESSES

The Town is encouraging residents to support local businesses on a new Facebook page, facebook.com/ShopCochrane, where news about local retailers and service providers is being shared. Read on...
COVID-19 UPDATE MONDAY MARCH 16: TOWN EXTENDING PROACTIVE RESPONSE

The Town of Cochrane is closing facilities to the public to extend virus protection for staff and the community. Work inside facilities continues, with staff accessible by email and phone. Town information and links are also available on cochrane.ca. Read on...
TOWN IMPLEMENTS PROACTIVE RESPONSE TO COVID-19

The Town of Cochrane is working proactively to limit the spread of COVID-19 in Cochrane and to protect the community and Town staff. Read on...
JACK TENNANT MEMORIAL BRIDGE UPDATE: ON TIME AND ON BUDGET

“On time” and “on budget” are words Town Council heard frequently during an update on the Jack Tennant Memorial Bridge and James Walker Trail project at their meeting Monday. Work continues this spring with the opening still anticipated for this fall. Read on...
TOWN COUNCIL APPOINTS INTERIM CAO

At a special meeting of Council on Friday February 28, Town Council appointed Drew Hyndman, General Manager of Development and Community Services, as interim CAO. Read on...
TOWN OF COCHRANE CAO RESIGNS

Town of Cochrane Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Dave Devana, tendered his resignation to Cochrane Town Council on February 24, 2020. Read on...
TEN-YEAR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT STRATEGY APPROVED

Town Council showed their commitment to local business development and innovation by approving the 2020-30 Business Development Strategic Plan at their meeting Monday. Read on...
LAND USE BYLAW AMENDMENTS STREAMLINE PROCESS FOR SECONDARY SUITES, DAYHOMES

Town Council approved two Land Use Bylaw amendments, designed to streamline approval processes for accessory suites and dayhomes in Cochrane. The amendments are part of the comprehensive review of the Cochrane Land Use Bylaw. Read on...
FCSS AND UNITED WAY SUPPORT COMMUNITY GROUPS WITH ANNUAL GRANTS

The Cochrane Family & Community Support Services Advisory Board presented a detailed list of grant requests to Town Council at their meeting Monday. Council approved a total of $99,000 in grants to local groups that fit FCSS and United Way mandates. Read on...
ANIMAL LICENSING RENEWAL DATE MOVING TO JANUARY FOR 2021

Animal licensing renewals will be moving to a simple, annual payment every January. Read on...
TOWN ANNOUNCES NEW ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE

The Town of Cochrane implemented a new organizational structure, focused on strategic planning and decision-making, while delivering high-quality services to the community. Read on...
TRANSIT HUB AND INNOVATION OUTPOST MOVING AHEAD

Council voiced enthusiastic support for Cochrane’s new transit hub and innovation outpost and voted to move forward with the process at their December 9 meeting. Read on...
CENTRE AVENUE WORK MOVING AHEAD IN PHASES

Council approved a schedule and estimated budget to begin work on Centre Avenue corridor improvements, continuing their commitment to community connectivity and increasing traffic efficiency and capacity, particularly during peak commute times. Read on...
PROVINCE CONFIRMS $65 MILLION FOR INTERCHANGE

Provincial officials released a list of projects included in the $4.4 billion allocated to build and repair highways. The list includes $65 million for Cochrane’s Highway 1A/22 interchange. Read on...
COCHRANE OPTIMISTIC ABOUT 1A/22 INTERCHANGE IN PROVINCIAL BUDGET

“We are excited that our efforts may be yielding results, and this is encouraging news for Cochrane,” said Mayor Jeff Genung. “Until equipment is on site, we will continue to drive home to the Province the vital nature of this interchange to the region.” Read on...
LEARN TO BE A ZERO-WASTE HERO

Cochrane is celebrating National Waste Reduction Week October 21-27, a national campaign to educate, engage and empower Canadians to reduce, reuse and recycle waste. Read on...
COMMUNITY SURVEY HIGHLIGHTS COCHRANE’S HIGH QUALITY OF LIFE

Results from the recent community survey demonstrate that 98% of Cochranites are satisfied or highly satisfied with the quality of life in Cochrane. NRG Research Group presented the results at the Oct 15 Council meeting. Read on...
SCULPTURE DONATION ENRICHES TOWN OFFICE

There’s a new piece of art at the Cochrane RancheHouse, donated by the family of Gina McDougall Cohoe in her memory. The metre-high bronze of a rearing colt is called “Future Champion.” Read on...
TRANSIT BYLAW APPROVED BY COUNCIL

Cochrane’s new on-demand local transit is one step closer to launching, as Council approved the transit bylaw and put the last legislative piece in place. COLT launches October 7 and will be free to ride for the rest of 2019. Read on...
COUNCIL SUPPORTS TRANSIT HUB AND INNOVATION CENTRE BUSINESS PLAN

Council directed Administration to proceed with detailed design and costing for the Cochrane Innovation Centre and Transit Hub after seeing the business plan at the September 23 Council meeting. Read on...
TOWN RECEIVES PROVINCIAL ANNEXATION APPROVAL

The Town of Cochrane has officially annexed two parcels of land from Rocky View County into the boundary of the Town. Read on...
COCHRANE UNVEILS BRANDING FOR FIRST CANADIAN FULLY ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SYSTEM

The Town of Cochrane revealed the name of the new local transit system at the Cochrane Trade Show.

COLT: Cochrane On-Demand Local Transit is the highlight of the Town booth. Read on...
COCHRANE’S NEW BRIDGE NAMED FOR COCHRANE EAGLE FOUNDER

Cochrane’s new bridge will be named the Jack Tennant Memorial Bridge. Council announced the name, which was chosen by public vote, at the Council meeting on Monday. Read on...
COUNCIL APPROVES LOCAL ON-DEMAND TRANSIT SYSTEM

Cochrane Council gave Administration the green light to move ahead with a local on-demand transit system. Council directed Administration to negotiate and enter into a contract for a local on-demand transit system with Southland Transportation. Read on...
COUNCIL APPROVES MOVING FORWARD ON TRANSIT PLANS

The Town is moving ahead to make plans for local transit, with the support of provincial funding. The Town was approved for $9 million in provincial GreenTRIP funding in 2011 to create local and regional transit service and build a transit terminal. More...

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