Title
Meeting Procedures Bylaw No. 2015-06
Proposed Motion
1. The Bylaw No. 2015-06 receive first reading.
2. That Bylaw No. 2015-06 receive second reading.
3. That Bylaw No. 2015-06 be presented at this meeting for third reading.
4. That Bylaw No. 2015-06 receive third and final reading.
Body
Administration Recommendation
Administration supports that Bylaw No. 2015-06 receive three readings at this meeting.
Purpose
The County's Meeting Procedures Bylaw has been reviewed and updated to reflect current practices and provide more clarity, particularly with regards to public presentations and public input.
Summary
Parkland County's Meeting Procedures Bylaw governs meeting procedures for all Council and Council Committee meetings. Proposed Bylaw 2015-06 was reviewed by the Governance and Priorities Committee on February 17, 2015, and recommended for approval of Council. The current Bylaw No. 13-2011 was approved by Council in September 2011. Over the past number of years, Legislative and Administrative Services has been documenting areas of concern with the bylaw, and has recently conducted a full review. A summary of changes to the bylaw is provided as Attachment 1. Upon passing of Bylaw No. 2015-06, previous Meeting Procedures Bylaw No. 13-2011 will be repealed.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications
Parkland County's Strategic Plan commits to good governance by delivering quality services and ensuring resident satisfaction. Consistent and manageable meeting procedures provide fairness to the public and public committee members when attending and participating in Council and Council Committee meetings.
Financial Impact:
Cost: N/A
Source of Funding: N/A