Council has established several advisory committees, which consider topics relevant to their respective mandates directed by Council, that emerge as inquiries from the public, or are initiated by the Committee.
Now Recruiting – Agricultural Service Board
The Agricultural Service Board:
- assists Council and the Minister of Agriculture and Irrigation in matters of mutual concern
- advises on and helps to organize and direct weed and pest control and soil and water conservation programs
- assists in the control of animal disease under the Animal Health Act
- promotes, enhances, and protects viable and sustainable agriculture with a view to improving the economic viability of the agricultural producer
- promotes and develops agricultural policies to meet the needs of the County
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The Agricultural Service Board (ASB) plays an important role in ensuring Sturgeon County is informed of the needs and priorities of the agricultural community.
Agricultural Service Board
Agricultural Service Board – Junior Member
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
Administration Contact
Angela Veenstra
Manager, Agriculture Services
780-939-8330
Email
Members
Membership: 2 Council members, 6 public members, and 1 junior member. The junior member serves a 2-year term.
- Councillor Jason Berry
- Councillor Matthew McLennan
- David Kluthe
January 2022 – December 2024 - Hunter Anderson (Junior Member)
February 2023 – December 2024 - Rachelle Farrell
February 2023 – December 2025
- Colten Brenneis
January 2023 – December 2025 - Conor Speers
January 2023 – December 2025 - Shelby Sheehan
January 2024 – December 2026
Resources
ALUS Partnership Advisory Committee
The ALUS PAC oversees the management and administration of the ALUS PAC program which is a community-developed and farmer-delivered program that works with farmers and ranchers to produce valuable ecological services on farmland.
Administration Contact
Angela Veenstra
Manager, Agriculture Services
780-939-8330
Email
Members
Membership: 2 Council members, 6 public members, and 1 Junior member. The Junior Member serves a 2-year term.
- Councillor Jason Berry
- Councillor Matthew McLennan
- David Kluthe
January 2022 – December 2024 - Colten Brenneis
January 2023 – December 2025
- Conor Speers
January 2023 – December 2025 - Rachelle Farrell
February 2023 – December 2025 - Hunter Anderson (Junior Member)
February 2023 – December 2024 - Shelby Sheehan
January 2024 – December 2026
Resources
Council Remuneration Task Force
The Council Remuneration Task Force is established ensuring Sturgeon County offers fair, equitable and appropriate compensation for the Mayor and Councillors. The committee will make recommendations in respect to the salary for Mayor and Councillors, per diems, benefits, parental leave, and other matters that may affect remuneration.
This committee is comprised of five public members who are at least 18 years of age, live in Sturgeon County, and are Canadian Citizens. No elected officials sit on this committee.
The Task Force work will conclude in September 2024. The meeting schedule will be set by committee members.
Administrative Contact
Jesse Sopko
General Manager, Corporate Services
780-939-8377
Email
Membership: 5 public members.
- Al Montpellier
March 2024 – September 2024 - Diane Pysmeny
March 2024 – September 2024 - Aaron Bokenfohr
March 2024 – September 2024
- Joe Dwyer
March 2024 – September 2024 - Julius Buski
March 2024 – September 2024
Resources
Now Recruiting – Community Services Advisory Board
The Community Services Advisory Board makes recommendations and reports to Council on matters pertaining to Parks and Recreation, Culture, Family and Community Support Services, and Library Services.
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Community Service Board
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.
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
Administration Contact
Tim Osborne
Manager, Family & Community Support Services
780-939-8351
Email
Members
Membership: 2 Council members and 6 public members, 1 from each of the County’s 6 Divisions
- Councillor Deanna Stang
- Councillor Jason Berry
- Melissa Phillips, Division 1
January 2020 – December 2022 - Neil O’Shea, Division 2
January 2022 – December 2024 - Shannon Patterson, Division 3
January 2023 – December 2025
- Carol Kaup, Division 4
January 2022 – December 2024 - Susan Dubois, Division 5
June 2024 – December 2026 - Monte Bobinksi, Division 6
January 2024 – December 2026
Resources
Now Recruiting – Economic Development Advisory Board
The Economic Development Advisory Board advises Council and Administration on policies and potential actions related to strategic goals and objectives of economic development in the County.
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Economic Development Advisory Board
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, development, and the upcoming commercial development analysis for Sturgeon County.
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
Administration Contact
Andrea Sutherland
Administrative Assistant, Economic Innovation and Growth
780-939-8367
Email
Members
Membership: 2 Council members and 10 public members
- Mayor Alanna Hnatiw
- Councillor Kristin Toms
- Dan Barsotti
January 2024 – December 2026 - Bert Mitchell
January 2024 – December 2026 - Sean Schoenberger
January 2024 – December 2026 - Deidre Hackman
January 2023 – December 2025 - Jessica Munro
January 2023 – December 2025
- Nicole Pawlik
January 2023 – December 2025 - Cathy Gilbert
January 2022 – December 2024 - Don Levers
January 2022 – December 2024 - Darryl Polowaniuk
January 2022 – December 2024 - Denis Wiart
January 2022 – December 2024
Resources
Now Recruiting – River Valley Alliance Community Engagement Committee
The River Valley Alliance (RVA) is a not-for-profit organization made up of the six shareholder municipalities that border the North Saskatchewan River in the Edmonton region: the Town of Devon, Parkland County, the City of Edmonton, Strathcona County, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, and Sturgeon County.
The goal of the Alliance is to preserve, protect and enhance the largest metropolitan river valley park system in the world by connecting the trail system and making it easier for all to access and enjoy.
Committee members will serve a two-year term and must attend 10 – 12 meetings a year in-person or by teleconference.
Apply for a Board or Committee
River Valley Alliance Community Engagement Committee
The River Valley Alliance is a not-for profit made up of the six shareholder municipalities that border the North Saskatchewan River in the Edmonton Metropolitan region. Its goal is to connect one continuous trail system from Devon to Fort Saskatchewan, approximately 100 km.
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
The RVA Community Engagement Committee
- Promotes and publicizes the Alliance’s vision to its shareholder municipalities and the public and advises the RVA Board of Directors.
- Acts as a volunteer resource to assist in river-valley centered events, projects, public processes and other activities as approved or directed by the RVA Board.
- Assists the RVA Board and its municipality members by increasing public awareness, dialogue, support, and advocacy for the River Valley Park System.
- Brings any issues to the RVA Board’s attention that could warrant RVA involvement or advocacy.
- Takes on other assignments as requested by the RVA Board of Directors.
Administration Contact
Karolina Drabik
Open Space Lead
780-939-8340
Members
Members: Members are made up of the six shareholder municipalities that border the North Saskatchewan River in the Edmonton region: the Town of Devon, Parkland County, the City of Edmonton, Strathcona County, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, and Sturgeon County.
- Amanda Papadopoulos
April 2023 – December 2024 - Chelsea Turner
January 2024 – December 2025
Now Recruiting – Sand and Gravel Advisory Committee
The Sand and Gravel Advisory Committee makes recommendations to Council on matters pertaining to sand and gravel extraction and processing. The Committee looks at various aspects of extraction, including ground water monitoring, traffic impacts, and environmental considerations and community impacts.
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Sand and Gravel Advisory Committee
The Sand and Gravel Advisory Committee plays an important role in advising Council on issues related to sand and gravel extraction in the Calahoo-Villeneuve area.
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
Administration Contact
Joy Thimer
Administrative Assistant, Integrated Development & Land Services
780-939-1323
Email
Members
Membership: 2 Council members and 5 public members
- Councillor Jason Berry
- Councillor Matthew McLennan
- Damian MacMillan
January 2024 – December 2026 - Shannon Cory
2022 – December 2024
- Raymond Soetaert
January 2023 – December 2025 - Al Montpellier
March 2024 – December 2026 - Diane Pysmeny
March 2024 – December 2026
Resources
Now Recruiting – Transportation Advisory Committee
The Transportation Advisory Committee advises, informs, and collaborates on the delivery of transportation-related services with the objective of enhancing the customer experience and the performance of transportation infrastructure.
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Transportation Advisory Committee
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.
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
Administration Contact
Max Adu-Safo
Acting Director, Transportation & Engineering Services
780-939-8264
Email
Members
Membership: 2 Council members and 8 public members
- Councillor Dan Derouin
- Councillor Jason Berry
- David Kluthe
January 2023 – December 2025 - Don Levers
January 2023 – December 2025 - Hugh Allen
January 2022 – December 2024 - Brian Reed
January 2023 – December 2025
- Aaron Bokenfohr
January 2022 – December 2024 - Cory Paradis
January 2022 – December 2024 - Jason Gerun
January 2024 – December 2026 - Allan Anthieren
January 2024 – December 2026
Resources
Now Recruiting – Youth Advisory Committee
The Youth Advisory Committee advises Council on issues related to youth in the community.
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Youth Advisory Committee
The Youth Advisory Committee will play an important role in research and provide input into policy proposals, programs, and services. The Committee works with County Administration to discuss matters important to youth and establish partnerships to ensure that different perspectives are reflected in the Committee’s initiatives.
Deadline to apply is October 15, 2024.
Administration Contact
Jackie Stubbs
Supervisor, Neighbourhood Development
587 200 0728
Email
Members
Members: 2 Council members and 11 public members between the ages of 16 and 24. Public members serve 2-year terms.
- Councillor Deanna Stang
- Councillor Kristin Toms
- Cody Mackoway
January 2023 – December 2024 - Sylar Boissonnault
January 2023 – December 2024 - Benjamin Baril
February 2023 – December 2024 - Evan Sorochan
February 2023 – December 2024 - Kiera Comeau
February 2023 – December 2024
- Lilyah Richardson
February 2023 – December 2024 - Madison Selinger
February 2023 – December 2024 - Morgan Soetaert
February 2023 – December 2024 - Nienke Ritsema
February 2023 – December 2024 - Shelby Pierce
February 2023 – December 2024
Resources
Council Committees
Audit Selection Committee
The Audit Selection Committee oversees the procurement of Sturgeon County’s external audit services.
Administration Contact:
Sabrina Duquette
Manager, Corporate Finance & Treasury
780-939-1310
Email
Members
Membership: 3 members of Council
- Councillor McLennan
- Councillor Stang
- Councillor Toms
Resources
Capital Committee
The Capital Committee makes recommendations to Council on projects to be funded within the funding allocations approved by Council through the multi-year capital budgeting process.
Administration Contact
Sabrina Duquette
Manager, Corporate Finance & Treasury
780-939-1310
Email
Members
Membership: All members of Council
Resources
Committee of the Whole
Committee of the Whole provides strategic oversight of the progress of Council’s Strategic Plan and monitors established priorities, ensuring strategic objectives are being met. The Committee also supports Council’s decision-making process by providing a venue for fulsome discussion on key principles, ideas, or components of projects, policies, plans, or other things that will require Council direction or decision.
Administrative Contact
Jesse Sopko
General Manager, Corporate Services
780-939-8377
Email
Members
Membership: All members of Council
Resources
Governance and Council Services Committee
The Governance and Council Services Committee provides a venue for discussion and decision on operational and housekeeping matters related to Council, ensures the mandates for Council established Boards and Committees are reviewed and aligned with Council’s Strategic Plan and priorities, and ensures Council’s expectations of Council Committees are articulated to the Committees so the vision for the County can be achieved.
Administration Contact
Jesse Sopko
General Manager, Corporate Services
780-939-8377
Email
Members
- Mayor Hnatiw
- Deputy Mayor
- Councillor Jason Berry
- Alternate – Councillor Kristin Toms