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Community Conversations - Proposed Action Plan
Proposed Motion
That the Community Conversations - Proposed Action Plan be received for information, as presented.
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Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
Parkland County is committed to meaningful, transparent, and accountable public engagement that supports well-informed decision-making, builds trust, and strengthens relationships between the County, it's residents and the business community.
During Orientation in November 2025, Council identified a need to engage with residents in each division, while highlighting and promoting our local Community Halls/Associations. Administration has reviewed options for to facilitate this engagement, and is bringing back a plan of action for Council's consideration.
Summary
Administration has prepared an Action Plan outlining the suggested format for "Community Conversations" which is an informal engagement format meant to provide Council with an opportunity to connect with residents in each division. Community Conversations will feature a series of open house-style engagement events held in community halls in each division. The goal of Community Conversations is to provide opportunities for residents to speak directly with elected officials to offer feedback about their community and community league, along with any other matters they wish to discuss.
The format for Community Conversations aligns well with work that Administration is currently undertaking to develop a Public Engagement Framework in 2026. Administration anticipates that the Community Conversations format will inform these efforts, and will assist in establishing consistent, accessible, and transparent engagement practices.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Strategic Plan Pillar - Responsible Leadership
Goal D2: To strive for organizational excellence in delivering County services and programs to residents, businesses, and community groups
Priority Strategy/Tactic: Communicate and engage meaningfully with County residents on matters of importance to them using methods that work for them
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