Trochu Senior Housing construction update: Foundation walls are being poured. Will continue throughout the week. More trenches being dug for Phase 2 footings. Placing heated lines for thawing ground for Phase 3
“Trochu Senior Housing construction update:
“Trochu Senior Housing construction update: Footings are being poured. Steel dowels are embedded vertically to tie into the foundation. Cement pumper is used to place cement into forms. Tarps are on previously poured areas to contain heat while curing. Phase 1 of 6.”
Trochu Seniors Housing Construction update: Trenches are being excavated to prep for pouring concrete foundation. Heat is pumped under the tarps to thaw ground frost. Some concrete forms are in place.
Notice to Surrounding Communities: Changes to Torrington Landfill Access
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, use of the Torrington Landfill will be restricted to Kneehill County ratepayers and residents only. (You must live or own land in the County, outside of towns and villages.) This decision has been made to help extend the life of the landfill site and ensure it can continue to meet the long-term needs of Kneehill County residents.
Kneehill County is currently advertising this change, and we ask that you please share this information with your residents to ensure everyone is aware and can make alternative waste disposal arrangements as needed.
For more information, please contact us at 403-443-5541.
Thank you for your understanding.
Christine Anderson
Communications Coordinator
Kneehill County
Christine Anderson@kneehillcounty.com
Congratulations Barry !
Mayor Barry Kletke of the Town of Trochu has received Alberta Municipalities Distinguished Service Award.
Born in Trochu in 1964, Barry has dedicated his life to his community. Barry was a key advocate for the Kneehill Regional Partnership, always believing in the collective good. He supported the central Medical Clinic in Three Hills and has been instrumental in recruiting doctors to the region.
Since 2008, Barry has worked tirelessly to bring a new Senior Supportive Living Facility to Trochu, with construction starting this fall. He also played a crucial role in modernizing the K-12 school.
Barry’s vision for economic growth has made Trochu a leader in attracting foreign workers and investors. His efforts have brought numerous achievements, including the “World’s Largest Golf Tee” and being part of the Olympic Torch Run route.
When a fire led to layoffs affecting 20% of the town’s population, Barry created the Emergency Relief Fund to support those in need. Barry’s leadership and commitment have profoundly impacted Trochu and is an inspiration to all.
Congratulations, Barry! #ABmunis
Recycling Tips
Our recycling schedule is every 2nd Friday – watch Facebook & Newsletters for dates.
Use string to tie large bundles of cardboard – it gets windy here.
Place recycling in clearly marked containers at the curb – must be in designated space or it could get missed. 
Trochu Transfer Site
When delivering waste to the Trochu Transfer Site, please have your materials sorted.
There are several different areas for a variety of collection. Electronics, small appliances/electrical items, paint cans, propane bottles, aerosol cans, batteries, large appliances, freon appliances, tires, cardboard, newsprint, wood and other burnable pits, and a metal pile are all available. This is in conjunction with the bins for normal household garbage. Furniture bins are brought in every May for the full month.
All transfer sites are required to follow guidelines set forth by the Alberta Government. Some items are not accepted at this Transfer Site and will need to be taken to Drumheller Landfill or possibly another Landfill will accept them.
Thanks for your cooperation.
Urban Hen Program
The Urban Hen Keeping pilot program is live!
To avoid pets & pests from spreading your garbage , Please be sure all bags are in pet/pest proof containers
