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Municipal indicator annual results

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This annual publication provides a summary of the performance Alberta municipalities through a number of financial and non-financial indicators. The indicators evaluate the current and long-term... More ≫

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This annual publication provides a summary of the performance Alberta municipalities through a number of financial and non-financial indicators. The indicators evaluate the current and long-term finances of a municipality, examine whether a municipality is investing in maintaining infrastructure critical to the health and safety of residents, and assess the ability of the municipality to provide services desired by the community.

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Municipal indicators

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As part of the tools Alberta Municipal Affairs uses to measure its performance, the ministry has developed a number of municipal indicators which measure specific aspects of each municipality's... More ≫

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As part of the tools Alberta Municipal Affairs uses to measure its performance, the ministry has developed a number of municipal indicators which measure specific aspects of each municipality's governance, finances or community. This fact sheet provides an explanation of each municipal indicator and how it are used by the Government of Alberta. These indicators can also be used by municipalities to obtain useful information and alerts to emerging challenges.

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Village of Warner viability review report

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Report on the findings of the Village of Warner viability review. The viability review process is intended to assist residents of the Village of Warner in evaluating the best form of municipal... More ≫

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Report on the findings of the Village of Warner viability review. The viability review process is intended to assist residents of the Village of Warner in evaluating the best form of municipal government to meet the community's current and future needs.

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Village of Cereal viability review report

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A viability review was initiated by the Minister of Municipal Affairs to assess whether the Village of Cereal is operating in a manner that addresses the present and future needs of residents, and... More ≫

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A viability review was initiated by the Minister of Municipal Affairs to assess whether the Village of Cereal is operating in a manner that addresses the present and future needs of residents, and if not, to recommend appropriate actions. The results of the viability review process are summarized in this report, and two options for the future of the Village of Cereal are presented.

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Village of Gadsby viability review report

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This report was developed by Alberta Municipal Affairs following interviews with members of the village council of Gadsby and analysis of information from both the village and the County of... More ≫

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This report was developed by Alberta Municipal Affairs following interviews with members of the village council of Gadsby and analysis of information from both the village and the County of Stettler. The report considers two options for the future: the Village of Gadsby remains a corporation and council implements the recommended actions in this report according to the direction of the Minister of Municipal Affairs; or the municipal corporation dissolves and Gadsby becomes part of the County of Stettler.

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Town of Granum viability report

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This report was developed by Alberta Municipal Affairs following interviews with members of the town council of Granum and analysis of information from both the town and the Municipal District of... More ≫

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This report was developed by Alberta Municipal Affairs following interviews with members of the town council of Granum and analysis of information from both the town and the Municipal District of Willow Creek. The report considers two options for the future: the Town of Granum remains a corporation and council implements the recommended actions in this report according to the direction of the Minister of Municipal Affairs; or the municipal corporation dissolves and Granum becomes part of the MD of Willow Creek.

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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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Alberta municipal sustainability strategy : self-assessment questionnaire : promoting municipal sustainability

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The self-assessment questionnaire is intended to provide local municipal councils and administrations with a tool to evaluate and understand their current situation, to identify areas of strength... More ≫

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The self-assessment questionnaire is intended to provide local municipal councils and administrations with a tool to evaluate and understand their current situation, to identify areas of strength to continue building upon, and also to identify areas where improvement may be desirable or necessary. The questionnaire provides linkages to capacity-building tools, offering easy access to meaningful opportunities to strengthen municipal performance where desired or necessary. Information on interpreting the results of the questionnaire, and determining next steps, is included at the end of the questionnaire.

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Regional collaboration program : program guidelines

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This program supports strategic activities that improve the viability and long-term sustainability of municipalities through regional collaboration and capacity building. Effective April 1, 2012

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Report to the Minister of Municipal Affairs : presented by the Minister's Council on Municipal Sustainability

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Through the Minister's Council, the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties, the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, and the Cities of Edmonton and Calgary have worked with... More ≫

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Through the Minister's Council, the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties, the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association, and the Cities of Edmonton and Calgary have worked with Municipal Affairs to investigate options, discuss issues and to develop this report.

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