The Regional Community Standards partnership between the Municipal District of Taber, the Town of Taber, and the Taber Police Service continues to serve the needs of residents, communities, and those within our municipal boundaries.
Regional Community Standards Officers (CSOs) are actively present in our communities and on public roads, responding to bylaw complaints and other bylaw-related matters.
These officers serve as a resource for bylaw questions and concerns, working to support our communities in the following key areas:
- Bylaw Enforcement: animal control, park patrol, pivot overspray, assist municipal inspectors and officers, scene support for MDT Regional Fire Services and RCMP, and more
- Provincial Statutes: public safety and traffic-related concerns such as unsafe and excessive speeding and other traffic violations
- Support Rural Crime Watch Community Groups: South Central Alberta Rural Crime Watch Association
For all bylaw-related complaints and inquiries please call 403-223-4784 on weekdays from 8:00 am – 4:30 pm.
After-hour complaints and inquiries can be submitted via Service Tracker available 24/7.
During an emergency, dial | 9-1-1 |
Traffic Enforcement
CSOs have the authority to provide traffic enforcement services on all municipal and provincial roads and highways located within the MD of Taber, including all Hamlets.
Traffic enforcement is prioritized and delivered with the goal of reducing unsafe driving practices and nuisance behaviours throughout the MD of Taber. Community Standard Officers provide enforcement services in concert with the Alberta Traffic Safety Calendar, which focuses on issues including:
- Speeding
- Stop sign violations
- Careless / erratic driving
- Passing school buses with red lights flashing
- Distracted driving
- Occupant restraints
Commercial Vehicle Enforcement
Community Standards Officers oversee the enforcement of commercial vehicle regulations and the Traffic Safety Act within the municipality, with a focus on:
- Weights and Dimensions – Each patrol vehicle is equipped with portable scales to ensure compliance.
- Road Ban Enforcement – Officers prioritize enforcement, especially during the spring road ban season, to protect municipal road infrastructure.
Other Provincial Statute Enforcement
Community Standards Officers have the authority to respond to complaints and conduct investigations relating to various Provincial Statutes such as:
Animal Control
The Municipal District of Taber is committed to promoting safe, respectful, and responsible pet ownership across our communities. To support this, our Community Standards Officers oversee animal control in accordance with the MD of Taber’s Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw No. 1998.
These officers are responsible for:
- Capturing and impounding dogs found running at large within the MD of Taber.
- Educating and enforcing provisions of the Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw and applicable provincial or federal statutes.
- Responding to reasonable and probable complaints of bylaw infractions, including nuisance behaviours or safety concerns.
- Managing and coordinating with the MD’s designated Animal Control Facility, which provides safe and secure impoundment when required.
Community Standards Officers are authorized to enter land surrounding buildings when pursuing dogs observed running at large. It is an offence to obstruct, hinder, or impede an officer or Animal Control Facility Operator in the course of carrying out their duties.
Enforcement approach
The MD of Taber enforces the Responsible Dog Ownership Bylaw based on signed, written complaints or other prescribed reporting methods. While proactive enforcement is limited by available resources, every effort is made to address concerns promptly and fairly.
For lost or found dogs, or to report animal-related concerns, contact the Community Standards Officer at 403‑223‑4784 or learn about our voluntary dog licensing program or what to do if your dog is found at large and impounded.
