Title
Government Engagement Plan
Proposed Motion
That Council approve the 2026 Government Engagement Plan, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports the proposed motion.
Purpose
To present the Government Engagement Plan for Council approval, and outline plans for implementation and future reporting.
Summary
Parkland County’s priorities, service delivery, and strategic goals are impacted by provincial
and federal legislation, policies, funding programs, and infrastructure investments. To
proactively support a coordinated and strategic approach to advocacy with other levels of
government, Administration worked with Council to develop a Government Engagement Plan (Plan) that aligns Council’s strategic priorities with our intergovernmental relations and advocacy activities.
Background:
- To inform the development of the Plan, Council identified potential government engagement priorities during its Q1 2026 Strategic Planning discussions.
- Administration used this direction to develop draft priorities, desired outcomes, and supporting action strategies for Council’s consideration.
- On April 7, 2026, Administration presented the draft Government Engagement Plan content to Council during Closed Session.
- Feedback provided by Council was then subsequently incorporated into the draft Plan.
- On October 6, 2026, Administration presented the draft 2026 Government Engagement Plan to Council during Closed Session.
- Feedback received from Council was then used to refine elements of the Plan, prior to being brought forward for approval.
Strategic Alignment:
- The draft 2026 Government Engagement Plan closely aligns with Council’s 2026-2029 Strategic Plan.
- Each advocacy priority is connected to two strategic drivers, ensuring engagement efforts remain focused on advancing Council’s objectives and delivering meaningful outcomes for Parkland County residents, businesses, and communities.
- Approval of Council’s 2026-2029 Strategic Pl...
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