Community
Lacombe Council Gives the Go-ahead to Blindman Brewing Taproom Expansion
Lacombe Council Monday approved a site-specific exception to the Land Use Bylaw to allow for a proposed microbrewery taproom expansion at Blindman Brewing.
“Council listened to and carefully considered viewpoints on all sides of this issue, and we are confident that we have struck the right balance between development standards and a promoting a positive business climate,” said Mayor Grant Creasey. “With this expansion, we wish the applicants continued success in their business operations.”
The proposed expansion consists of the use of the existing mezzanine above the taproom, and an exterior patio balcony. To accommodate these additions, two stairwells are required. One is proposed inside of the building, while the other connects the upper patio to the south parking lot in the event of an emergency.
Those parked at the front of the property have direct access to their vehicles; however, anyone parked at the rear of the property will be required to walk around the glycol chiller and CO2 tank using the public road right-of-way as the equipment abuts the west side property boundary. Council has granted a 100 per cent side yard variance, which requires the applicants to enter into a License to Occupy to provide a sidewalk for pedestrian access from the rear parking lot to the front of the building.
“Normally, City administration would require the rear yard to be hard-surfaced with parking barriers and identified parking spaces,” said Chief Administrative Officer Matthew Goudy. “Given the current locations zoning, we are waiving these requirements. We believe that future industrial tenants would be unlikely to benefit from a large paved lot.”
A microbrewery and a distillery will now exclusively occupy this building.
The Red Deer Regional Health Foundation has announced the winners of the 2024 Red Deer Hospital Lottery Dream Home and Tiny Home prize packages, as well as the Mega Bucks 50.
The Mega Bucks 50 jackpot reached $607,200.00, which makes Carolyn Pelerine of Cochrane, Alberta the winner of $303,600.00.
In addition, the luxurious Tree Hugger Tiny Home Prize Package, complete with accessories by Urban Barn and valued at $163,798.00, is now owned by Mary Vincent of Red Deer.
The coveted Sorento Dream Home Prize Package, which includes furnishings and accessories by Urban Barn and boasts a total value of $1,072,624.00, has been awarded to Maxine Rumohr of Sylvan Lake.
The highly anticipated draw took place at 10:00 a.m. Thursday at the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation office, located within the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre, with an announcement following live on Facebook, allowing participants and supporters to join in the excitement virtually.
“We are delighted to congratulate the winners of this year’s Red Deer Hospital Lottery,” said Manon Therriault, Chief Executive Officer of the Red Deer Regional Health Foundation. “The funds raised from this lottery will significantly contribute to enhancing patient care and services at the Red Deer Regional Hospital Centre. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who participated and supported this important cause.”
Proceeds from the Red Deer Hospital Lottery and Mega Bucks 50 will contribute to acquiring critically needed, state-of-the-art equipment for several units at the Red Deer Hospital.
This year’s lottery will fund equipment such as a phototherapy system, which allows parents to hold and soothe their infant while undergoing phototherapy, a cardiology case cart to monitor cardiac rhythms during stress testing, and other equipment to help provide excellent care for patients in the emergency and operating rooms at the Red Deer Hospital.
The winners of a variety of electronics were also drawn today. A full list of winners will be available in the coming days on the official lottery website at reddeerhospitallottery.ca. Prize winners who have not already been notified will receive a letter in the mail with instructions on how to claim their prizes.
The keys to the Sorento Dream Home and the Tree Hugger Tiny Home will be presented to the winners at a special ceremony this summer.
Now, during this momentous chapter in our history, we invite you to join us for the Grand Opening of the Sheldon Kennedy Centre of Excellence.
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