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
Economic Development Advisory Committee
Open until suitable candidates 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 are currently two vacancies to be filled by public members. In accordance with the terms of reference, preferred representation is being sought from the following (but is not limited to):
- ROABA (Resource One Aboriginal Business Association)
- Agricultural Sector
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
Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Board - 1 position
Open until suitable candidate found.
The Family and Community Support Services Board promotes and encourages citizen awareness of social issues and recommendations for programming and prevention programs. The Board acts as a liaison between Council and Community groups, recommends social policies, and serves as an advisor to the Associate CAO, Recreation and Community Services Division by providing counsel in program development and management.
The Family and Community Support Services Board meets monthly and is seeking one (1) member for a three-year term.
A copy of the Family and Community Support Services Bylaw can be found here: https://www.laclabichecounty.com/p/bylaws
Lac La Biche County Library Board
The Lac La Biche County Library Board is responsible for the management of two sites located at the Bold Center (the Stuart MacPherson Public Library) and at Ecole Plamondon (the Plamondon Municipal Library), plus pop-up locations. The Library Board services the entirety of Lac La Biche County, including the surrounding Indigenous communities, and provides leadership in delivering a variety of quality materials and services that is welcoming and respectful.
The Lac La Biche County Library Board is seeking one Board Member with the following characteristics:
- Who is active with youth and young adults in the Lac La Biche County;
- Belief in the importance of libraries and commitment to the vision and mission;
- Willingness to serve, and to sit on one or more Board committees as required;
- Skill or knowledge in one or more areas of Board governance: policy, program, personnel, finance or advocacy.
The Board meets up to 6 evenings a year at the Bold Center location for approximately 3 hours per meeting and is seeking a Members for a 3-year term.
The Lac La Biche County Library Board Bylaw #16-030 can be found on the Lac La Biche County Website at: https://www.laclabichecounty.com/p/bylaws.
Safer Municipality Advisory Committee (SMAC) - 3 positions
The Safer Municipality Advisory Committee is an advisory committee to the Lac La Biche County Council focused on making Lac La Biche County a safer municipality. The committee acts as a liaison between the public, law enforcement agencies and Lac La Biche County Council.
The Safer Municipality Advisory Committee meets regularly and is seeking three (3) Members-At-Large to serve two-year terms.
The Safer Municipalities Advisory Committee bylaw can be found on the Lac La Biche County Website at: https://www.laclabichecounty.com/p/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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