Lacombe County approved funding of $3,000 to go towards the Alix Wagon Wheel Museum Association's fire suppression and ceiling/attic renovation project.
The funding comes from the County's Recreation Capital Assistance Reserve.
On top of the $3,000, council also approved an additional $2,500 in funding, contingent upon the Village of Alix increasing its financial commitment to the project by the same amount.
"Since the facility is in an urban municipality, the County looks at the Village of Alix’s contribution as a guideline for the County’s support. The Village has committed $3,000 toward the project. Given previous projects, the County would also typically provide $3,000 toward the project," Manager of Corporate Services, Michael Minchin said.
"Recently, on other projects, Council has increased its commitment when the urban municipality increased its contribution. Administration is supportive of Council approving an additional funding allotment of $2,500 if the Village of Alix were to also increase its commitment from $3,000 to $5,500."
The Association itself is providing more than 15 per cent of the funding toward the project, he added.
The Alix Wagon Wheel Museum contains a number of artifacts and archival print materials, including nationally significant exhibits.
"Because of its historical significance, Lacombe County supports helping the Alix Wagon Wheel Museum by supporting this request," Minchin said.
"This project will assist in the installation of a fire suppression system that would minimize damage to the contents of the museum if it were to be activated."
Lacombe County is committed to enhancing the quality of life and well-being of all county residents, Minchin said.
"To accomplish this, the County will ensure that its citizens have access to quality recreation and cultural facilities and programs through partnerships and by providing financial support to organizations for Capital Support (RC(1)) and Operating Support (RC(2))."
