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Village of Bawlf viability review report

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A viability review for the Village of Bawlf was initiated by the Minister of Municipal Affairs in response to a petition received from the electors of the village. The viability review report was... More ≫

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A viability review for the Village of Bawlf was initiated by the Minister of Municipal Affairs in response to a petition received from the electors of the village. The viability review report was prepared by the provincial government, with input from the Village of Bawlf and Camrose County, and presents a summary of the findings about the viability of the Village of Bawlf, including how municipal services are delivered to village residents and the potential changes that Bawlf residents may expect in the future.

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Village of Berwyn viability plan

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The Village of Berwyn Viability Plan was developed by a viability review team that was appointed by the Minister of Municipal Affairs to review the village's finances, governance, infrastructure... More ≫

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The Village of Berwyn Viability Plan was developed by a viability review team that was appointed by the Minister of Municipal Affairs to review the village's finances, governance, infrastructure and how programs and services are delivered. This document presents a summary of the viability review team's findings, including how municipal services are delivered to residents and the potential challenges that Berwyn residents may face in the future.

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Village of Rycroft viability plan and next steps

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Following a request from the electors of the Village of Rycroft, viability review team was established in 2015 to review and recommend whether the Village of Rycroft is viable, and to develop a... More ≫

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Following a request from the electors of the Village of Rycroft, viability review team was established in 2015 to review and recommend whether the Village of Rycroft is viable, and to develop a plan to address the factors contributing to the long-term viability of the village. This document represents the Village of Rycroft Viability Plan as developed by the viability review team. It provides an overview and analysis of village operations over the past 10 years, and provides two options for long-term viability. A detailed analysis of the implications of each option is provided.

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Village of Botha viability plan and next steps

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The purpose of the Botha Viability Plan is to provide council, administration and the residents of Botha an opportunity to discuss and debate the future of their village. This document outlines... More ≫

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The purpose of the Botha Viability Plan is to provide council, administration and the residents of Botha an opportunity to discuss and debate the future of their village. This document outlines the village’s current finances, governance, services and infrastructure. It also highlights the village’s viability issues including a declining population, increasing service costs and administrative and operational capacity. This report reflects the spirit of the Government of Alberta’s Municipal Sustainability Strategy and the Village of Botha Viability Review Team’s approach to determining the long-term viability of Botha.

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Village of Willingdon viability plan

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The purpose of the Willingdon Viability Plan is to provide council, administration and the residents of Willingdon an opportunity to discuss and debate the future of their village. This document... More ≫

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The purpose of the Willingdon Viability Plan is to provide council, administration and the residents of Willingdon an opportunity to discuss and debate the future of their village. This document outlines the village’s current finances, governance, services and infrastructure. It also highlights the village’s viability issues including a declining population, increasing service costs and administrative and operational capacity.

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Village of Hill Spring viability plan

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The purpose of the Hill Spring Viability Plan is to provide council, administration and the residents of Hill Spring an opportunity to discuss and debate the future of their village. This document... More ≫

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The purpose of the Hill Spring Viability Plan is to provide council, administration and the residents of Hill Spring an opportunity to discuss and debate the future of their village. This document outlines the village’s current finances, governance, services and infrastructure. It also highlights the village’s viability issues including limited non-residential assessment base, the declining population, increasing service costs, a high dependence on government grants, and the reliance on community volunteers to undertake tasks essential to operation of the village.

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Village of Clyde viability plan and next steps

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This report reflects the spirit of the Government of Alberta’s Municipal Sustainability Strategy and the Village of Clyde Viability Review Team’s approach to determining the long-term viability of... More ≫

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This report reflects the spirit of the Government of Alberta’s Municipal Sustainability Strategy and the Village of Clyde Viability Review Team’s approach to determining the long-term viability of Clyde. The Village of Clyde Viability Plan describes two options to ensure the long-term viability of Clyde: Option 1: Clyde continues as an incorporated village and follows directives from the Minister of Municipal Affairs to ensure the long-term viability of the Village of Clyde. Option 2: The Village of Clyde dissolves and becomes the hamlet of Clyde in Westlock County.

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Village of Galahad viability review : viability plan

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In April 2013, the Village of Galahad council submitted a request to the Minister of Municipal Affairs, requesting the Minister undertake a dissolution study in the form of a viability review for... More ≫

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In April 2013, the Village of Galahad council submitted a request to the Minister of Municipal Affairs, requesting the Minister undertake a dissolution study in the form of a viability review for the Village of Galahad. As a result, the Minister initiated the Village of Galahad viability review in May 2013. In July of 2015 the Viability Review Team published this report, which presents and compares two viability options, based on information examined about the current state of the Village of Galahad, feedback from residents in Galahad and the surrounding community, and contributions from both village and county councils.

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Village of Strome viability plan

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This document provides information on the Village of Strome’s finances and governance, as well as programs and services that are offered by the Village of Strome for its residents. This document... More ≫

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This document provides information on the Village of Strome’s finances and governance, as well as programs and services that are offered by the Village of Strome for its residents. This document is based on information collected from the Village of Strome throughout the viability review process and is reflective of the most current information available at the time of writing. The structure of this document reflects the spirit of the Government of Alberta’s Municipal Sustainability Strategy and the Viability Review Team’s approach in determining the Village of Strome’s long-term viability.

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Village of Minburn viability review : viability plan

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In January 2013, the Minister of Municipal Affairs initiated a dissolution study for the Village of Minburn, having received a petition from the electors of Village of Minburn to undertake such a... More ≫

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In January 2013, the Minister of Municipal Affairs initiated a dissolution study for the Village of Minburn, having received a petition from the electors of Village of Minburn to undertake such a study. A viability review team was established. Based on the information analyzed by the viability review team and the input collected from residents, it determined that the Village of Minburn is trending towards non-viability. The viability review team developed this viability plan with two options for village residents to consider and vote on.

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