Grande Prairie Storm Requests

Yesterday the Community Living Committee discussed the Grande Prairie Storm. They've been working hard to strengthen their operations, and have had a lot of success (for example, this season they've reported a 63% increase in ticket sales, a 28% increase in corporate sponsorship, and an increase in fundraising). The team feels that it is on a path to long-term sustainability. They've asked the City to help them along.

Guest UserJanuary 21, 2019stormComment

Provincial Police Act Review

Since November, I have been attending regular meetings hosted by the province. It is doing consultation in regards to updating the Police Act. I've learned a lot and have appreciated the opportunity to advocate for the City.

This Thursday, I'll be at a meeting about Roles and Responsibilities. Next week I'll be going to a meeting about Policy and Oversight. There will be a lot of questions discussed, but the two most important [in my mind]:

1) WHAT ROLES SHOULD POLICE OFFICERS HAVE IN THE COMMUNITY?

2) WHAT ROLE DO YOU EXPECT LOCAL OFFICIALS TO HAVE IN POLICE OVERSIGHT?

Guest UserJanuary 16, 2019policeComment

Debt Refinancing

Overall, I am very happy with the proposed budget (click here for the highlights). However, I am very concerned about one element: the re-financing of debt. In principal, debt re-refinancing could be a wise financial strategy, but I have big hesitations about its current implementation.

Following is some background and my thoughts on what should be changed.

Guest UserDecember 1, 2018budget, debtComment

Budget Reset 2019: Things to Know

Over the past year, Council has talked about the need to have a “Budget Reset” in 2019.

There is a desire in our community to see money spent more efficiently. The community also has priority areas which need greater resources. The proposed budget accomplishes both these goals.

Guest UserNovember 18, 2018budgetComment

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