Lac La Biche County establishes committees and boards for the purposes of advising Council on topics like crime reduction, dealing with taxation complaints, hearing development appeals, and much more. Members of the public are invited to apply: serving on committees and boards is an excellent way to get involved in the political process and weigh-in on issues that impact the municipality.
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Agricultural Appeal Committee - 5 positions
Open until suitable candidate found.
The Agricultural Appeal Committee is seeking Members at Large to hear appeals pursuant to the Weed Control Act and/or the Agricultural Pests Act. Members at Large are required to serve on an independent panel to hear matters prescribed under the legislation. Agricultural and/or legal expertise is considered an asset. Current members of the Agricultural Service Board are not eligible to be appointed to the appeals committee to hear appeals under the Weed Control Act or the Agricultural Pests Act.
The Agricultural Appeal Committee will meet as needed and is seeking five (5) Members-At-Large.
The Agricultural Appeal Committee Bylaw 23-001 can be found on the Lac La Biche County Website at: https://www.laclabichecounty.com/p/bylaws
Assessment Review Boards
(Local Assessment Review Board/Composite Assessment Review Board)
Open until suitable candidates found.
The Assessment Review Board is a quasi-judicial board established to hear and make decisions on complaints about any matter referred to in section 460(5) of the Municipal Government Act that is shown on an assessment notice or tax notice other than property tax notice for: Residential Properties with three or less dwelling units or farmland (LARB) and non-residential property and residential property with four or more dwelling units (CARB).
The Assessment Review Board meets as required and is seeking up to six (6) Members at Large for a term of three (3) years. Please note that the Municipal Government Act requires Members to successfully complete a training program in accordance with the Matters Relating to Assessment Complaints Regulation.
A copy of the Assessment Review Board Bylaw can be found here: Lac La Biche County - Bylaws
Remuneration is paid in accordance with the Committee Members Remuneration Policy which can be found here: Lac La Biche County - Policies
Lac La Biche County Economic Development Advisory Committee – 1 Vacancy
Open until a suitable candidate is found
The Lac La Biche County Economic Development Advisory Committee was established to serve in an advisory capacity to County Council. The committee will provide Lac La Biche County Council guidance on general section direction for the purpose of prioritization of policies, objectives and projects related to strategic goals and outcomes for economic development in Lac La Biche County.
The Economic Development Advisory Committee will monitor relevant planning documents and provide broad perspective feedback for updates and/or change as required, in addition to assist in opening lines of communication on economic development opportunities.
There is currently one vacancy to be filled by a public member. In accordance with the terms of reference, preferred representation is being sought from one of the following (but is not limited to):
- ROABA
- Agricultural Sector
- Community Futures
A copy of the Lac La Biche County Economic Development Advisory Committee Bylaw and terms of reference can be found here: Lac La Biche County - Bylaws
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board (SDAB)
Open until suitable candidate found.
The Subdivision and Development Appeal Board is a quasi-judicial board that hears appeals on subdivision and development decisions made by the subdivision and development authority.
The Board meets as required and is seeking Members at Large for a term of three (3) years. Please note that the Municipal Government Act requires Members to successfully complete a training program (training programs can range either a full day or up to three half days) in accordance with the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board Regulation.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply for the above mentioned positions, please complete a Committee Member Application Form and forward it to legservices@laclabichecounty.com.
Access the Committee Member Selection Policy & Application Form by clicking on the link below:
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