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Municipal sustainability initiative - capital : accepted projects report

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This report reflects the name and status in effect for each municipality at the time the report was produced. Eligible capital projects include municipal roads, bridges, public transit... More ≫

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This report reflects the name and status in effect for each municipality at the time the report was produced. Eligible capital projects include municipal roads, bridges, public transit vehicles/facilities, emergency services facilities/equipment, water and wastewater systems, solid waste management facilities/equipment, regional and community airport facilities/equipment, and other municipal buildings such as recreation and sports facilities, libraries, public works buildings, and cultural and community centres.

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Municipal codes

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Provincial codes pertaining to the governing of municipalities in the province of Alberta. A spreadsheet version of the municipal codes is also available under the 'Related' tab above.

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Minister’s Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence

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Presents the winners and shortlisted initiatives of the Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence, which recognize noteworthy accomplishments in the provision of municipal and... More ≫

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Presents the winners and shortlisted initiatives of the Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence, which recognize noteworthy accomplishments in the provision of municipal and public library services in Alberta. Each year, municipalities and public libraries have highlighted promising practices including new and unique approaches to issues, streamlined processes for existing practices, and creative community partnerships.

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Municipal inspection report : Village of Andrew, Alberta

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of... More ≫

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Sage Analytics conducted a formal, third-party inspection of the Village of Andrew’s governance and administration from April to October, 2023. A final report was submitted to the Minister of Municipal Affairs in November 2023 and shared with village residents at an open council session held on February 28, 2024.

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Provincial equalized assessment report

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In Alberta, equalized assessment is the means of comparing property wealth in a uniform manner for all municipalities. Alberta uses an ad valorem assessment and tax system where property taxes are... More ≫

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In Alberta, equalized assessment is the means of comparing property wealth in a uniform manner for all municipalities. Alberta uses an ad valorem assessment and tax system where property taxes are based on wealth and wealth is measured by the value of property expressed as an assessment. Equalizing an assessment is simply a process of adjusting each municipality's taxable assessment to a common year in accordance with current legislation and policy. The equalization process results in a common provincial assessment base that is used to determine the amount of requisition for each requisitioning body.

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Special School Tax Levy information package

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The purpose of this information package is to inform public and separate school jurisdictions of the process when considering a Special School Tax Levy in a year in which a general election will... More ≫

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The purpose of this information package is to inform public and separate school jurisdictions of the process when considering a Special School Tax Levy in a year in which a general election will be held under the Local Authorities Election Act.

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Municipal sustainability initiative - operating : report on Government-wide objectives for municipal grant funding

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The Municipal Sustainability Initiative operating program supports qualifying operating expenses of municipalities relating to planning activities, capacity building, municipal services, and... More ≫

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The Municipal Sustainability Initiative operating program supports qualifying operating expenses of municipalities relating to planning activities, capacity building, municipal services, and support to non-profit organizations. Each annual issue of this publication contains summaries of how Alberta's municipalities planned to spend their funding in the reporting year. Information contained in individual operating spending plans is also provided by municipality and organized by status type.

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Pincher Creek Emergency Services Commission inspection

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Following a request by the MD of Pincher Creek, the Minister of Municipal Affairs ordered an in-depth review and inspection of the Pincher Creek Emergency Services Commission with regards to its... More ≫

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Following a request by the MD of Pincher Creek, the Minister of Municipal Affairs ordered an in-depth review and inspection of the Pincher Creek Emergency Services Commission with regards to its management, administration and operations. The findings of the municipal inspection are contained in this report, along with recommendations.

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Summer Village of Crystal Springs, Alberta : municipal inspection report

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A municipal inspection was conducted for the Summer Village of Crystal Springs, Alberta as directed by the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs. This report draws attention to areas of... More ≫

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A municipal inspection was conducted for the Summer Village of Crystal Springs, Alberta as directed by the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs. This report draws attention to areas of deficiencies discovered by the inspectors during the course of the inspection and makes a number of recommendations for governance, administration and financial areas of the municipality.

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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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