RMA Fall 2018 Convention is Right Around the Corner!
Convention kicks off next week – here’s what you need to know! The RMA Fall 2018 Convention will take place November 19 – 22 at the Shaw Conference Centre with a packed agenda. Here are some highlights to make this a great convention experience. Check out the convention app for up to date information on […]
Alberta Municipal Affairs Seeking Mediators and Arbitrators
The deadline to apply is November 27, 2018. Alberta Municipal Affairs is currently opening its roster of private sector mediators, arbitrators and med/arb practitioners for its Intermunicipal Relations dispute resolution program. This dispute resolution program provides opportunities for municipalities to utilize the services of mediators, arbitrators and med/arb practitioners to resolve intermunicipal disputes and those […]
Municipal Government Act (MGA) Change Management Support from RMA
Municipal Affairs has provided grant funding to RMA and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) to develop resources and support municipalities through the transition period. The Municipal Government Act (MGA) provides guidance through legislation on how municipalities operate, and is one of the most significant and far-reaching statutes in Alberta. The MGA affects every Albertan, the private sector, and municipalities. […]
Resolutions for the RMA Fall 2018 Convention Now Available
The resolutions that will be presented during the resolutions session at the RMA Fall 2018 Convention are now available. See the attachment to this resolution for the complete resolution package. Emergent Resolutions A member bulletin was distributed October 24, 2018 advising of the emergent resolution process. If the RMA Resolution Committee deems a resolution to […]
FCM Launches “Reliable Internet for Everyone” Campaign
The campaign calls for the development of a national broadband strategy and long-term federal investment in broadband infrastructure The Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) has launched the “Reliable Internet for Everyone Campaign.” The campaign calls on the Government of Canada to take a leadership position in improving access to internet for the two million Canadians […]
RMA Annual Report 2017-18 Now Available
The 2017-18 RMA Annual Report and Financials are available for member information. In adhering to our values of transparency and accountability, the RMA is pleased to share our 2017-18 Annual Report. It was a busy year, highlighted by the rebrand of the organization from the Alberta Association of Municipal Districts and Counties to the Rural […]
Updating Your Fleet Safety Program
Municipalities have a unique exposure to fleet-related claims, as drivers can range from employees who occasionally run errands, to personnel who operate a vehicle all day long. Many think of fleet safety as the prevention of damage to vehicles, but claims can have a devastating impact on so much more. A lack of fleet safety […]
RMA Fall 2018 Convention In Memoriam and Long Service Awards
Online submissions must be completed by October 26, 2018 to meet convention print deadlines. Recognizing individuals who serve their municipalities is an important element of the RMA fall convention. Online registration for the RMA’s In Memoriam and Long Service Awards is now open, and to add a name to either list, visit the RMA website, […]
Apply to Participate in an Asset Management Capacity-Building Cohort!
RMA, along with AUMA and IAMA, is recruiting six to ten municipalities to work together to build their asset management capacity RMA, in collaboration with the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association (AUMA) and Infrastructure Asset Management Alberta (IAMA) have received funding under the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM) Municipal Asset Management Program (MAMP) to develop and […]
RMA Seeking Member Input on Strategic Direction
Have your say in the purpose and direction of your association at the Fall 2018 Convention Every four years the RMA engages with members to review and set the Strategic Direction for the association – setting the mission, vision, values, roles, and strategic priorities of your association. The process is the members are consulted at […]