ABOUT THE PROJECT The Town of Cochrane is currently undergoing a complete review and rewrite of Cochrane’s Land Use Bylaw, and one of the major changes being proposed is the removal of minimum parking requirements for non-residential uses. This proposed change reflects the evolving needs of our community, and will help remove barriers to business…
ABOUT THE PROJECT The draft 2021-2023 budget was presented to Council at their October 26 meeting. Council will debate the budget on November 16-18. The proposed 2021-2023 budget includes a significant emphasis on addressing transportation-related issues, creating a proactive infrastructure renewal plan, delivering core services and managing slowed growth and the economy with a 1.27%…
ABOUT THE PROJECT Cochrane is one of the fastest growing municipalities in Alberta, with considerable growth and development over the past decade. While, this rapid growth presented Cochrane with the availability of new and diverse housing, not all Cochrane residents are able to find housing that is safe, suitable, and affordable. It is important for…
ABOUT THE PROJECT Cochrane’s Economic Recovery Task Force will collaborate with local business, community organizations and provincial and federal governments to create opportunities to support our local economy. Membership Town’s Business Development Manager (lead) Finance Manager Mayor and two Councillors One Cochrane Chamber of Commerce representative One Cochrane Tourism representative One Business Advisory Network representative…
ABOUT THE PROJECT The Town of Cochrane has a variety of programs to help residents and businesses reduce their waste. The Town’s Zero Waste Framework (adopted by Council in 2012) has a goal of diverting 80% of local waste sent to the landfill by 2020. In 2018, the Town hosted several working sessions with the…
ABOUT THE PROJECT Community activities are an important part of Cochrane’s unique identity. Since these activities occur in many different locations, the Town is exploring opportunities to maximize existing public spaces and create more venues for a variety of community activities. Cochrane has a unique opportunity to decide what happens on three parcels of land…
ABOUT THE PROJECT Over the past few months, Council has been working on developing the Cochrane Community Vision — a vision to guide the community into the future. Cochrane Town Council is looking to the community for input on the draft vision and aspirations. Following the community engagement process, the Cochrane Community Vision will be…
ABOUT THE PROJECT The Town of Cochrane has identified two parcels, comprised of approximately 200 acres of land in Rocky View County, that are proposed to be annexed into the Town’s boundary. Unlike traditional annexations, the proposed annexation is not based on future growth, but rather intended to overcome technical development challenges associated with secondary access…
ABOUT THE PROJECT The Town of Cochrane is investigating the delivery of an effective and efficient local transit service for our community. The adoption of the Cochrane Sustainability Plan in 2009, and the approval of GreenTRIP funding ($9 million) in 2010 began the current discussion on a local transit service in Cochrane. Extensive research and public engagement…
ABOUT THE PROJECT The need to build a new bridge across the Bow River was identified in 2002 to connect arterial roads and help move traffic more efficiently across the river. The west side of the bridge structure will be located at the east end of the public space (west side of the river) that…