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Westlock County, Alberta : municipal inspection report

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The Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs ordered a municipal inspection in response to a request from Westlock County council. A preliminary review was completed by Alberta Municipal Affairs in... More ≫

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The Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs ordered a municipal inspection in response to a request from Westlock County council. A preliminary review was completed by Alberta Municipal Affairs in September 2016 prior to ordering a municipal inspection.

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Village of Alix, Alberta : municipal inspection report

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A municipal inspection was conducted for the Village of Alix, Alberta as directed by the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs. Organizational strengths were found, such as strong commitment from... More ≫

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A municipal inspection was conducted for the Village of Alix, Alberta as directed by the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs. Organizational strengths were found, such as strong commitment from members of council, apparent strategic direction, and healthy financial condition. Areas of concern were also identified, perhaps the most significant of which is the lack of stability in the CAO position. The contents of this report are intended to provide guidance to the municipality as it comes into compliance with provincial and municipal legislative and regulatory tools.

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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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Town of Athabasca, Alberta : municipal inspection report

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An inspection has been conducted of the management, administration and operations of the Town of Athabasca, Alberta as directed by Alberta Ministerial Order No. MSL:092/16, approved on December... More ≫

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An inspection has been conducted of the management, administration and operations of the Town of Athabasca, Alberta as directed by Alberta Ministerial Order No. MSL:092/16, approved on December 12, 2016. The municipal inspection findings are contained in the following report along with recommendations.

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Town of Granum : municipal inspection

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An inspection has been conducted of the management, administration and operations of the Town of Granum, Alberta as directed by Alberta Ministerial Order No. MSL:090/16 signed on December 12,... More ≫

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An inspection has been conducted of the management, administration and operations of the Town of Granum, Alberta as directed by Alberta Ministerial Order No. MSL:090/16 signed on December 12, 2016. The findings of this 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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Town of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta : municipal inspection report

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A municipal inspection has been conducted for the Town of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta as requested by the town council and further directed by the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs. The... More ≫

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A municipal inspection has been conducted for the Town of Rocky Mountain House, Alberta as requested by the town council and further directed by the Minister of Alberta Municipal Affairs. The inspection found several areas for improvement in the processes and conduct of the town management, administration and operations. The inspection mandate requires the inspection to determine whether the municipality is managed in an irregular, improper or improvident manner. Several recommendations for improvements are provided, but the inspectors found that overall the municipality is not being managed in an irregular, improper or improvident manner.

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Village of Lougheed municipal inspection

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Upon request from the town council of the Village of Lougheed requesting a municipal inspection, the Minister of Municipal Affairs appointed inspectors in January 2016 to conduct an inspection.... More ≫

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Upon request from the town council of the Village of Lougheed requesting a municipal inspection, the Minister of Municipal Affairs appointed inspectors in January 2016 to conduct an inspection. During the inspection inspection, a number of areas of concern were identified which mainly centered around Council, governance principles and administrative matters. This report draws attention to areas of deficiencies discovered by the inspectors during the course of the inspection and makes 61 recommendations.

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Brazeau, municipal inspection final report

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A petition from electors was received by the Minister of Municipal Affairs on November 27, 2014 requesting the Minister to undertake an inquiry into the affairs of Brazeau County under section 572... More ≫

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A petition from electors was received by the Minister of Municipal Affairs on November 27, 2014 requesting the Minister to undertake an inquiry into the affairs of Brazeau County under section 572 of the Municipal Government Act. In response to this petition, the Minister ordered that an Inspection be completed, and appointed Russell Farmer and Associates Consulting Ltd as Inspectors. The Inspection identified a number of areas of concern with Council and administration. While these matters are significant, they are viewed generally as opportunities to improve process and understanding, and do not qualify as indications that the County is being governed or operated in an irregular, improper or improvident manner.

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Town of Fort Macleod, Alberta : municipal inspection report

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A March 2015 petition by electors of the Town of Fort Macleod requested the involvement of Alberta Municipal Affairs to conduct an inquiry into the mayor’s actions. The Minister of Municipal... More ≫

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A March 2015 petition by electors of the Town of Fort Macleod requested the involvement of Alberta Municipal Affairs to conduct an inquiry into the mayor’s actions. The Minister of Municipal Affairs responded by ordering a municipal inspection into the management, administration and operations of the Town. This report draws attention to areas of deficiencies discovered by the inspectors during the course of the inspection and a series of recommendations are made for governance, administration, operations and financial matters to assist the municipality in moving forward towards full legislative compliance and sustainability.

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