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Town of Legal Council Meeting Agenda April 20 2026

Town Moves to Renew ATCO Gas Franchise Agreement

Town of LegalATCO GAS AND PIPELINES LTDApril 20, 2026

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Description

Town administration has recommended final approval of a renewed Natural Gas Distribution System Franchise Agreement with ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd., establishing a 35% municipal franchise fee for a ten‑year term starting November 1, 2026. The agreement, already approved by the Alberta Utilities Commission, will allow the Town of Legal to increase utility-based revenues to support operations, policing, and facility projects.

Contract Details

Vendor

ATCO GAS AND PIPELINES LTD

Agency

Town of Legal, Canada

Contract Type

UTILITIES

Document Date

April 20, 2026

Contract Term

Ten (10) year term, effective November 1, 2026 (new franchise and 35% fee take effect on this date)

Renewal Date

2036-10-31

Renewal Info

Renewal of the Natural Gas Distribution System Franchise Agreement between the Town of Legal and ATCO Gas and Pipelines Ltd. for a new ten‑year term with a 35% franchise fee cap; AUC approval obtained via Disposition 30682‑D01‑2026 (Corrigenda). Future annual adjustments to the franchise fee are permitted up to 35% subject to AUC approval under Clause 5 of the agreement.