“On September 30, the City of Grande Prairie recognizes the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation alongside the rest of the country.
The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is an opportunity for reflection on our ongoing relationship and reconciliation efforts with the Indigenous community.
Grande Prairie City Council presented a resolution on electricity distribution and transmission rates which was seconded by the Town of Drumheller at the Alberta Municipalities conference last week.
The resolution asked members to collectively lobby the Province to eliminate the disparity in electricity pricing for transmission and distribution charges across the province. The resolution passed with 88% of members supporting it.
Grande Prairie City Council has authorized up to $250,000 from Council’s Strategic Initiatives Fund for City Administration to develop a detailed transition and public consultation plan to further assess establishing a municipal police service.
In addition to approving the funding, Council directed administration to provide City Council and the Municipal Policing Advisory Committee:
Grande Prairie City Council is inviting the community to Council’s Interfaith Breakfast for the first time since 2019.
The event brings together residents and faith leaders from across religious backgrounds to gather, build community, and hear from a speaker.
The event occurs on October 4 at 7 a.m. at Teresa Sargent Hall and tickets are available online for $20 at the Bonnetts Energy Centre Box Office.
Mayor Jackie Clayton and Chief Administrative Officer Robert Nicolay extend their deepest condolences on behalf of the City of Grande Prairie to the Royal Family, people of Great Britain and members of the Commonwealth upon the announcement of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on September 8, 2022.
I want to address the disgusting display of hatred and abuse we witnessed yesterday. The confrontation at City Hall captured on video does not reflect the welcoming spirit our region is known for. We do not need to agree on every issue to treat each other with basic respect.
As Mayor, I have the opportunity to meet with politicians of all political stripes. I always appreciate the opportunities our democracy gives me to have constructive conversations with others, even those who hold opposing views.
Three delegations presented to City Council.
City Council highlights for the meeting held August 8, 2022:
Moment of Silence
Council observed a moment of silence in memory of Councillor John Lehners’ passing.
Delegations
Marc Tyler presented to Council regarding crime rates and community safety.
By-Election
Council set Monday, October 17, 2022, as the date for a by-election to fill the vacancy of the office of one Councillor position.
Grande Prairie City Council has set Monday, October 17, 2022, as the date for a by-election to fill a vacancy left on City Council by the unfortunate passing of Grande Prairie City Councillor, John Lehners.
The Municipal Government Act requires the City to hold a by-election within 120 days from when the vacancy began.
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