Title
Public Member Appointments to the Agricultural Services Board
Proposed Motion
That Council approve the appointment of public members to the Agricultural Services Board as follows:
2 Year Term
Chett Wild
Martin Leyenhorst
Kendra Kozdroski
3 Year Term
Scott Jespersen
Mark Olson
Body
Administration Recommendation
That Council appoint the individuals listed to Parkland County's Agricultural Services Board.
Purpose
To appoint members to the Agricultural Services Board.
Summary
The purpose of this Board is to consider matters relating to Agriculture, its alignment with the Strategic Goals set out in the Strategic Plan and advise Council of its recommendations. Further, the Board serves as Parkland County’s Agricultural Service Board (ASB) under the provisions of the Agricultural Service Board Act RSA 2000, c. A-10. Appointed public members of the Board act as the appeal panel for the Alberta Weed Control Act SA 2008 c. W5.1, Agricultural Pests Act RSA
2000 c. A-8, and Soil Conservation Act RSA c. S-15.
Membership
The Board consist of two Councilors and up to seven public members. Board Members bring a diversity of experience, backgrounds or familiarity in agriculture areas. Members are not required to be a resident of Parkland County, but must demonstrate interest in the agricultural industry in Parkland County.
Term of Office
Public members will be appointed by Parkland County Council for a maximum term of four years.
Strategic Plan/Policy/Legal/Staff Implications:
Policy C-AD26 - Public Committee Members
Responsible Leadership: maintain the public's trust through transparent and fair decision-making, superior service delivery, and effective engagement.
Financial Impact:
Cost: