At the August 11, 2025 Regular Meeting of Council, Westlock Town Council reviewed the final draft of the Aspendale Area Structure Plan (ASP) and subsequently gave the plan first reading and set the Public Hearing date for September 8, 2025 at 6:30 p.m..
The final draft is the culmination of the project and takes into account feedback from previous public engagement opportunities. In particular, the plan addresses key concerns and frequently heard wants & needs from participants, including:
- A transportation network design that takes into account pedestrian safety and traffic volumes in order to reduce the impact on the existing neighbourhood as Aspendale grows. This is addressed through physical design elements such as the central traffic circle feature, as well as policies that require the use of traffic calming elements in the final road design.
- Parks and green spaces have been placed throughout the plan area to provide both the existing neighbourhood as well as future residents direct access to expanded recreational opportunities. In addition, the open spaces in the ASP are designed to enable the future expansion of the Rotary Trail system.
- Attention was given to the stormwater and drainage design for the ASP to address current and future drainage concerns and to maintain a pre-development flow rate.
- The ASP provides the opportunity for a variety of housing types and styles, allowing those of varying ages, wages, and stages to be able to find and afford a place to call Westlock home within their desired neighbourhood.
The Public Hearing provides the public and those affected by the proposed ASP to formally address Council prior to any decision being made. Details on how to participate in the public hearing can be found on our Public Hearings page.
View the final draft Aspendale Area Structure Plan (Bylaw 2025-12)
