TAMRMS#: B06
10.2
REQUEST FOR DECISION
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Downtown Remembrance Day Banners
Presented by: Tim Saunders, Director, Public Operations
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RECOMMENDED MOTION(S)
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That Council approve the implementation of a Memorial Banner Program in partnership with the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 271 utilizing a permanent year-round installation on Veterans Way, in the amount of $12,500 to be funded from Stabilization Reserve.
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SUMMARY
On June 16, 2026, Council directed Administration, through CM-26-022, to explore options for the installation of veteran memorial banners in the downtown area in partnership with the St. Albert Legion Branch 271 and report back with associated costs and requirements.
Administration evaluated two implementation options: a permanent year-round installation on Veterans Way and a seasonal annual installation during the Remembrance period. Both options would recognize veterans through a partnership with the Legion and require banner infrastructure, ongoing maintenance, and program administration. Administration recommends a permanent year-round installation on Veterans Way as the option that best balances commemorative value, operational efficiency, and long-term sustainability. The recommended option reinforces the identity of Veterans Way while minimizing the introduction of a new recurring seasonal service level.
ALIGNMENT TO COUNCIL DIRECTION OR MANDATORY STATUTORY PROVISION
On June 16, 2026, Council passed the following motion:
CM-26-022 - That Administration be directed to explore options for the installation of banners in the downtown area in partnership with the St. Albert Legion (Branch 271) for Remembrance Day, and report back to Council with associated costs and requirements by July 14, 2026.
BACKGROUND AND DISCUSSION
On June 16, 2026, Council directed Administration to explore options for the installation of veteran memorial banners in partnership with the St. Albert Legion Branch 271 and report b...
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