Title
Consideration of Council Member Appointments to External Boards and Committees
Proposed Motions
1. That Parkland County continue its participation in the Pembina Agricultural and Recreational Society and appoint a Council representative in accordance with the Society’s governing documents.
2. That Parkland County participate on the Stony Plain and Parkland Pioneer Museum Society Board and appoint a Council representative to serve on the Board.
3. That Parkland County participate on the Heritage Agricultural Society Board, operating as Red Brick Common, and appoint a Council representative to serve on the Board.
Body
Recommendation by Administration
Administration recommends that Council consider the County's participation in the Pembina Agricultural and Recreational Society and potential participation in the Stony Plain and Parkland Pioneer Museum Society and Heritage Agricultural Society (Red Brick Common) and provide direction regarding appointments and representation.
Purpose
To obtain Council direction regarding potential appointments to external boards and committees.
Summary
During the 2026 review of Council’s Boards and Committees appointment list, Council generally supported continued participation in the Pembina Agricultural and Recreational Society (PARS). Feedback indicated interest in strengthening the County’s role and representation. Continued participation in PARS would provide Council with a connection to the Society’s agricultural, recreational and community activities and an opportunity to consider matters of shared interest.
The Stony Plain and Parkland Pioneer Museum is not currently included on the County’s Council Committee appointment list. It is being brought forward for consideration to be added.
Council participation would provide a municipal perspective; support information sharing, and strengthen the County’s connection with regional heritage and culture.
The Heritage Agricultural Society Board, operating as Red Brick Comm...
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