The Mackenzie Region has three incorporated municipalities within its boundaries: Mackenzie County, Town of High Level, and the Town of Rainbow Lake. These municipalities are continually working together on regional sustainability initiatives.
The three municipalities have jointly established the inter-municipal protocols to formally recognize the tri-council relationship and establish the working parameters intended to strengthen their relationship.
Agreements with High Level
Mackenzie County has a Regional Service Sharing Agreement (RSSA), Inter-municipal Collaborative Framework (ICF) and an Inter-Municipal Development Plan (IMDP) agreement with the Town of High Level. The purpose of the RSSA is to share certain services provided by the Town to County residents residing within close proximity to the Town and/or regionally. These services include recreation, airport and fire protection.
Based on the agreement, the County provides $1,000,000 in funding for its ratepayers in exchange for the provision of these services.
The purpose of the IMDP is to jointly regulate the development within an area around the Town of High Level. This is accomplished through a joint Inter-Municipal Planning Commission that meets on a per application basis to review the proposed developments within the specified area.
AgreementS with Rainbow Lake
Mackenzie County Council recognizes the small urban center, “one industry town”, challenges experience by the Town of Rainbow Lake. Therefore, the County and the Town entered into a revenue sharing agreement. The agreement is meant to assist the Town through a consistent and predictable funding source. The Town uses the funding of $1,250,000 for the provision of services to its residents. Mackenzie County also has an Inter-municipal Collaborative Framework (ICF) with the Town of Rainbow Lake.