Board and Committee Application

Because of people like you … Sturgeon County is finding ways to embrace our farming history with a vision for the future.

The Agricultural Service Board (ASB) plays an important role in ensuring Sturgeon County is informed of the needs and priorities of the agricultural community. The ASB also advises Council and administration in the development and implementation of strategies and plans relevant to the agricultural sector including the Agriculture Master Plan. The Board makes recommendations to Council on other agricultural matters including weed control, pest control, and soil and water conservations programs.

Members of the ASB also participate in the ALUS Partnership Advisory Committee by reviewing and approving conservation projects proposed by local agricultural producers through the ALUS Sturgeon program.

The Board meets five times per year, and members are paid for their time at meetings.

Serving on the Board is a great way to learn more about the future of agriculture and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council decisions. Board experience is also an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Have an agricultural background
• Open to sharing and learning new ideas and best practices in agriculture
• Available to attend at least five meetings per year
• Interested in the longer-term viability of agriculture in Sturgeon County

We’re looking for the perspective of Sturgeon County’s youth in finding ways to embrace our farming history with a vision for the future.

The Agricultural Service Board (ASB) plays an important role in ensuring Sturgeon County is informed of the needs and priorities of the agricultural community. The ASB also advises Council and administration in the development and implementation of strategies and plans relevant to the agricultural sector including the Agriculture Master Plan. The Board makes recommendations to Council on other agricultural matters including weed control, pest control, and soil and water conservations programs.

Members of the ASB also participate in the ALUS Partnership Advisory Committee by reviewing and approving conservation projects proposed by local agricultural producers through the ALUS Sturgeon program.

The Board meets five times per year, and members are paid for their time at meetings.

Serving on the Board is a great way to learn more about the future of agriculture and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council decisions. Board experience is also an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Between 16 and 25 years of age
• May be involved in agricultural programs or studies at the time of your application
• Open to sharing and learning new ideas and best practices in agriculture
• Available to attend at least five meetings per year
• Interested in the longer-term viability of agriculture in Sturgeon County

How does Sturgeon County ensure a fair assessment review process? With help from people like you.

The Assessment Review Board is a quasi-judicial board that plays an important role in helping Sturgeon County meet its obligations under the Municipal Government Act.

The Board meets as required and only if assessment appeals are filed by residents. Members are compensated for their time at meetings.
People who have served on the Board have found it to be a great way to learn more about municipal property assessment and how various boards and committees support Council.

Board experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Keen interest in learning about property assessment, the Municipal Government Act, and other pertinent legislation
• Expertise in property appraisal and property assessment experience
• Availability to attend meetings during the day
• Ability to exercise impartiality

How does Sturgeon County create a vibrant and healthy community? With help from people like you.

It takes more than roads to connect a community. The Community Services Advisory Board plays an important role in advising Council on parks and recreation, culture, family and community support services, and library services including identifying ways to enhance existing services and exploring new opportunities.

Theis Board includes public member representatives from each division to ensure a broad perspective of needs across the county.
The Board meets six times per year, and members are compensated for their time at meetings. People who have served on the Board have found it to be a great way to learn more about community development through recreational and support services and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council.

Board experience is also an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Current resident of Sturgeon County in Division 5 or Division 6
• Open to sharing and learning new ideas and best practices in community development
• Available to attend meetings at least six times per year
• Previous experience as a community leader or volunteering in the community

How do we know Sturgeon County is growing in the right direction? Because of people like you.

Sturgeon County’s Economic Development Advisory Board will play an important role in advising Council on business-related issues in the county, including discussing supports for small and medium-sized businesses, diversification, and development.

The Board meets four times per year, and members are paid for their time at meetings.

Serving on the Board is a great way to learn more about economic development in the County and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council decisions. Board experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can help to expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Current resident of Sturgeon County
• Business background
• Open to sharing and learning new ideas and business best practices
• Available to attend meetings at least four times per year
• Interested in learning more about Sturgeon County’s role and opportunities for economic development, locally and in the greater Edmonton region.

How does Sturgeon County balance industry, community, and the environment? With help from people like you.

The Sand and Gravel Advisory Committee plays an important role in advising Council on issues related to sand and gravel extraction.
The Committee looks at various aspects of extraction, including groundwater monitoring, traffic impacts, and environmental considerations to help ensure a coordinated approach on issues and activities.

The Committee meets six times per year, and members are compensated for their time at meetings. People who have served on the Committee have found it to be a great way to learn more about sand and gravel resource extraction in the County and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council. Committee experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Current resident of Sturgeon County
• Open to sharing and learning new ideas and best practices in resource extraction
• Available to attend meetings at least six times per year
• Interested in learning more about responsible resource development and balancing the needs of the public and the environment

How does Sturgeon County balance development with community? With help from people like you.

The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is a quasi-judicial board that plays an important role in helping Sturgeon County meet its obligations under the Municipal Government Act.

The Board meets as required and only if appeals are filed by residents. Members are compensated for their time at meetings.
Board experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Keen interest in learning about Sturgeon County’s Land Use Bylaw, Municipal Development Plan, the Municipal Government Act, and other pertinent legislation.
• Availability to attend meetings during the day, typically on Tuesday afternoons
• Ability to exercise impartiality

How do we keep Sturgeon County moving in the right direction? With help from people like you.

The Transportation Advisory Committee plays an important role in advising Council on issues related to the maintenance, construction, and preservation of the County’s road infrastructure.

Areas of focus for the Committee are gravel and paved roads, right-of-way maintenance, drainage improvements, and road construction. The Committee reviews and analyzes best practices and recommends improvements to enhance efficiency and work quality for Council’s consideration.

The Committee meets six times per year, and members are compensated for their time at meetings. People who have served on the Committee have found it to be a great way to learn more about transportation and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council.

Committee experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Experience in road construction and/or drainage systems and maintenance
• Open to working collaboratively, and in sharing and learning new ideas and best practices
• Availability to attend meetings six times per year
• Interested in the preservation and sustainability of Sturgeon County’s infrastructure

We’re looking for Sturgeon County youth who will advise Council on issues related to youth in our community.

The Youth Advisory Committee advises Council on youth-related policies, programs, and services in Sturgeon County. The Committee works with County Administration and youth-serving agencies to support youth initiatives and ensure youth perspectives are reflected in its work.
Committee members are paid for their time at meetings.

Serving on the Committee is a great way to learn more about the community and the role of boards and committees in supporting Council. Committee experience is also an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Between 16 and 24 years of age
• Open to sharing and learning new ideas
• Interested in the future of youth in Sturgeon County

How do we ensure municipal assets and neighbourhoods reflect Sturgeon County’s history, identity, and values?

The newly established Naming Task Force plays an important role in recommending to Council a Names Reserve List aligned with the Municipal Assets and Neighbourhood Naming Policy.

To fulfill its mandate, the Task Force shall:

• Review existing names, naming practices, best practices, and stakeholder perspectives to develop recommendations. This review may consider the municipality’s history, identity, values, cultural significance, and local context.
• Prepare and present a Final Report to Council, including a Names Reserve List, key findings, implementation considerations, policy recommendations, and communication or transition requirements.
• Request information and advice from, and direct the work of, an impartial Task Force Advisor.
• Provide periodic updates to Council.

Meetings will commence in late January, and frequency will generally be bi-monthly as determined at the inaugural meeting of the Task Force.

Task Force experience is an impressive addition to your resume and can help expand your network.

Eligibility requirements:

• Resident of Sturgeon County
• Individuals who represent a broad cross-section of the County’s geography and communities and who possess knowledge of local history, culture, values, geography, environmental features, Indigenous heritage, and community identity.
• Demonstrated record of community service