Title
Village of Wabamun Update
Proposed Motion
That the Village of Wabamun update be received for information, as presented.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports that Council be advised of the status of Village of Wabamun to be received for information.
Purpose
Administration wishes to inform Council as to the status of the Village of Wabamun in relation to the recent vote by its residents to dissolve.
Summary
The Village of Wabamun has been working with Municipal Affairs to allow residents of the village to determine their desire to remain as a village or to dissolve the village and become a hamlet within Parkland County. On November 17, 2020, Municipal Affairs conducted a vote of the residents of the Village of Wabamun.
The residents of the Village of Wabamun voted to dissolve and become a hamlet within Parkland County, effective in early 2021. The proposed effective date for the Ministerial Order is January 1, 2021; however, this is still pending Ministerial Approval.
Parkland County Council and Administration will work together in the best interests of both County and Village residents, ensuring a smooth transition. Parkland County administration is currently working with the Village of Wabamun Interim CAO to form a steering committee and develop a comprehensive work plan with key priority areas, including budget decisions.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Responsible Leadership
Financial Impact:
Cost: n/a
Source of Funding: n/a