Contribute to your Community! Join a Council Appointed Board

STONY PLAIN, AB: The Town of Stony Plain is beginning its annual recruitment for volunteers to participate on Council appointed advisory boards. Applications for Citizen-at-Large positions are open to Stony Plain and Parkland County community members.

Council appointed boards and committees provide information, advice, and recommendations to Council and Administration. Each board oversees a specific area of focus within the community and works to enhance civic engagement and local development. Positions vary in term length and applicants are required to participate in an interview process before being appointed to a board.

The Town is currently recruiting for the following :

• Planning Advisory Committee: two openings
• Cultural Roundtable: seven openings
• Subdivision and Development Appeal Board: three openings
• Stony Plain Public Library Board: five openings
• Community and Social Development Roundtable: three openings
• Tri-Municipal Leisure Corporation Board: one opening

“If you are interested in getting involved and having your say on important developments in Stony Plain, consider joining one of these Council appointed boards. I encourage residents to learn more about the wonderful opportunities available to help shape our community and to apply!” says Mayor William Choy.

“There are a variety of positions available on different boards giving opportunities for a diversity of candidates,” says Town Manager Tom Goulden. “Joining a board is a great way for residents to contribute to decision-making that impacts the future of Stony Plain.”

Applicants can apply through an online form or by downloading and bringing in a hard copy form to Town Office by September 4, 2023. Council will appoint board members at the Organizational Meeting in October. More information on each board can be found on our Boards and Committees page.