A great step towards being an elected official is knowledge.
This page is materials you may want to review to have better understanding of what a municipal leadership entails.
Click on the documents below:
Policy 101 for Elected Officials
Delivering Leadership as an Elected Official
Leadership Series 2 - Strategic Leadership
Strategic Planning For Elected Officials
Political Challenge Essentials for Elected Officials
Land Development Essentials For Elected Officials
This past weekend Alberta Wildfire has responded to wildfires caused by winter burning holdovers. These wildfires are preventable, you must check for heat and ensure they are fully extinguished. Go back to your burn sites and feel the ashes for heat and use hand tools and water to ensure that there is no fire burning underneath the top soil.
Report wildfires by calling 310-FIRE (3473).
A fire advisory remains effect for the south parts of the Grande Prairie Forest Area due to dry fuel conditions.
Under this advisory:
Prohibited:
Never leave a campfire unattended. Soak it, stir it and soak it again until cool to the touch to ensure it is extinguished.
Stay informed of fire restrictions and fire bans in your area by checking Alberta Firebans.ca
If you see a wildfire, report it immediately by calling 310-FIRE (3473)
The fire advisory will remain in effect until conditions improve
View a video fire permits about by clicking here
Alberta Wildfire relies on legislation, education and enforcement to help prevent wildfires and protect the safety of Albertans. The Forest and Prairie Protection Act is the primary legislation which enables the protection of the forests and prairies of Alberta from wildfire.