REVISED Resolutions package for the RMA 2024 Fall Convention
The resolutions package released on Oct 16 for the RMA 2024 Fall Convention has been revised to include a missing resolution and the addition of a secondary sponsoring municipality to an existing resolution. The revised resolutions package that will be presented during the resolution session at the RMA 2024 Fall Convention is now available. The […]
Monthly Resolution Update – October 2024
To improve reporting on resolution advocacy, the RMA is releasing a monthly bulletin highlighting recent actions undertaken on select active resolutions The Monthly Resolution Update Bulletin is intended to routinely highlight a selection of the over 70 currently active resolutions, offering members a more detailed insight into the work being carried out on their behalf. […]
Police Funding Model Survey: What We Heard
The Police Funding Model (PFM) is set to expire on March 31, 2025. It is currently unknown when or if the Government of Alberta (GOA) will conduct engagement with municipalities in advance of renewing the PFM. In preparation for possible upcoming engagement, the RMA conducted a PFM survey to better understand member perspectives on the […]
Applications Open for the Small Community Opportunity Program
Alberta Agriculture and Irrigation opened applications for the Small Community Opportunity Program The Government of Alberta has opened applications for the second intake of the Small Community Opportunity Program (SCOP), which will provide grants for non-profits, Indigenous and small communities to help build capacity in agriculture, small business, and local development. The SCOP provides grants […]
Government of Alberta Contemplates Legislative Changes Affecting Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks
The province has indicated legislative amendments impacting Intermunicipal Collaboration Frameworks (ICFs) are likely to be tabled during the Spring 2025 Legislative Session The Government of Alberta has informed the RMA that amendments to the Municipal Government Act (MGA) pertaining to ICFs are expected to be introduced in the spring. If introduced, changes would likely impact […]
RMA Releases Report on Rural Volunteerism in Alberta
The report was completed in partnership with the Alberta Centre for Sustainable Rural Communities The RMA has heard from several members that in recent years, levels of volunteerism have declined among rural residents. When voluntary organizations struggle to recruit volunteers, all aspects of their operations are compromised, including service delivery, fundraising, administrative functions, and others. […]
RMA 2024 Board Elections – Declared Results & Candidates List
The RMA Board of Directors has staggered rotating board elections with three positions scheduled for election one year and four positions the next. Three RMA board positions were open for nominations as per the regular schedule for 2024: the President and directors for District 1 and District 4. The nomination deadline for the 2024 available […]
RMA Submission Regarding Reclamation Securities for Renewable Energy Developments
RMA provided input to the Government of Alberta on the design of reclamation securities for renewable energy projects Environment and Protected Areas (EPA) is seeking input on the design of reclamation securities to be used with renewable energy developments. The RMA provided written comments to EPA that draw on existing positions to respond to the […]
Below the Drill – Week 5
In a six-week campaign, the RMA will share how Government of Alberta policies have impacted municipal tax revenue In recent years, the Government of Alberta (GOA) has implemented several policy initiatives to reduce oil and gas industry costs at the expense of municipal revenue. Below the Drill will share information on lost municipal tax revenue […]
Government of Alberta Announces Local Growth and Sustainability Grant
The province has introduced the new Local Growth and Sustainability Grant, a funding program which provides $60 million over three years to municipalities to address growth pressures, emergent needs, and attract economic development opportunities The Local Growth and Sustainability Grant (LGSG), first introduced in Budget 2024 with a total funding commitment of $60 million over […]