Resolutions for the RMA Fall 2019 Convention Now Available
The resolutions that will be presented during the resolution session at the RMA Fall 2019 Convention are now available. See the attachment to this bulletin for the complete resolution package. Resolution Amendments Any members wishing to propose amendments to resolutions included in the attached resolutions package are encouraged to email proposed amendments to RMA Senior […]
Alberta Budget 2019-20: The Facts
The Government of Alberta has released Budget 2019: A plan for jobs and the economy for the 2019-20 fiscal year and 2019-23 Fiscal Plan. The 2019-20 budget focuses on three key Government of Alberta priorities: Getting Albertans back to work – supporting investment to develop a foundation for sustainable economic growth Making life better for […]
Alberta Budget 2019-20: Initial Analysis
Today the Government of Alberta released their budget for the shortened 2019-20 fiscal year (October 24, 2019 to March 31, 2020). RMA President Al Kemmere’s initial reaction to the 2019-20 provincial budget is as follows: “The RMA recognizes the importance of fiscal prudence in these challenging economic times, and while none of us would like […]
Updated Sewage Variance Transition Guidance Document Now Available
Version 2 of the document includes the Government of Alberta’s Notice of Policy Change In 2018, the Government of Alberta began the process of transitioning responsibility for reviewing and approving private sewage variance applications from Alberta Municipal Affairs to Safety Codes Officers employed by or contracted to municipalities. The transition was completed, and municipalities became […]
RMA Encourages Prime Minister to Engage Rural Representatives in Alberta and Saskatchewan
To support national unity, a well-represented voice must include the rural perspective Nisku, AB, October 24, 2019 – In response to the results of the federal election, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has expressed the need to work to earn the trust of people in Alberta and Saskatchewan, as two resource-rich provinces. The Prime Minister has […]
Agroclimate Impact Reporter Survey
Monthly survey on agro-climatic conditions available last week of every month during the growing season Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada manages a monthly online survey that allows farmers to submit agro-climatic conditions. The results of this monthly survey inform the federal government, and provincial and local government agencies, of current conditions and emerging risks to the […]
Reminder: Government of Alberta Seeking Municipal Input on Cannabis Legalization Costs
The Government of Alberta is currently seeking input from Alberta municipalities on costs they have incurred in relation to cannabis legalization. The consultation supports a commitment in the UCP election platform. Municipalities received an email with a survey link from Alberta Municipal Affairs earlier in October. The survey provides municipalities an opportunity to provide input […]
Preparing Vacant and Seasonal Properties for Winter
Winter is once again upon us, bringing the sub-zero temperatures many dread. It is also the time when organizations with vacant or seasonal properties need to look at taking the right steps to protect their buildings from weather-related issues. Water damage is one of the most common problems in buildings that do not see regular […]
FCM Report for RMA Members
Rural Alberta has a strong voice at the FCM Board of Directors and Committee Tables The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Board of Directors is comprised of elected municipal officials and affiliate members from all regions and various-sized communities across Canada. The FCM Board meets quarterly to develop policy position on key national municipal issues […]
RMA Meets with Seniors and Housing Minister
RMA board members had the opportunity to meet with Minister Pon RMA had the opportunity to meet with the Honourable Minister of Seniors and Housing, Josephine Pon, last week. These meetings are crucial for building relationships with the new government and discussing issues of importance for rural Alberta. The following items were discussed: Funding for […]