Governance and Priorities Meeting Highlights for March 3, 2025

Stony Plain, AB

Councillor Pat Hansard Sworn in as Deputy Mayor

The Deputy Mayor is a member of Council who is appointed by Council to act as Mayor in the absence or incapacity of the Mayor. The Deputy Mayor position is appointed to each Councillor in a rotation. At last night’s Council Meeting, Councillor Pat Hansard was sworn in as Deputy Mayor effective until June 30, 2025.

Learn more in last week’s agenda package on pages 6 to 9.

Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256 Update Presented to Council for Information

At last night’s Council meeting, the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 256 shared details on hosting the 2025 Alberta Northwest Territories Biennial Convention in Stony Plain. The event, scheduled for May 2 to 4, 2025, will welcome 200 to 300 delegates from across Alberta and the Northwest Territories.

Learn more in the agenda package on pages 6 to 7.

Kinsmen Club of Stony Plain Update Presented to Council

The Kinsmen Club of Stony Plain provided an update to Council at last night’s meeting on their community projects, fundraisers, and service initiatives completed over the past year. The presentation highlighted the club’s ongoing efforts to support local residents and its continued partnership with the Town of Stony Plain.

Learn more in the agenda package on pages 8 to 35.

Parkland Search and Rescue Update Presented to Council

At last night’s Council meeting, Parkland Search and Rescue (PSAR) provided an update on their activities over the past year and the vital services they offer to the community. The presentation highlighted their role in missing person searches, evidence searches for law enforcement, and emergency response efforts. PSAR also shared details on their involvement in local events and their ongoing partnership with the Town of Stony Plain.

Learn more in the agenda package on pages 36 to 45.

Please note: This is not the official Town of Stony Plain council meeting minutes. Please refer to Agendas and Minutes for all supporting documents, and official meeting minutes that have been approved by Town Council.