Committees Commissions and Boards
Advisory Boards, Assessment Review and Appeal Boards, Commissions and Committees provide information, advice, and recommendations to City Council and Administration.
They are are established by City Council under the Municipal Government Act.
Advisory boards and committees
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Community Vibrancy Advisory Board |
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Vacancies: 2 Activities: Advise Council on policy and high-level plenary issues contributing to a vibrant community Meeting details: Last Wednesday of the month 5:30 pm (2+ hours) with some additional subcommittee work Contact for more information: Leah Prestayko, 403-529-8310 / Bonnie-Lou Yaroshko, 403-529-8316 Community Vibrancy Advisory Board focuses on recreation, leisure, culture, arts and social matters in the community. Member responsibilities are found in Bylaw #4661. The board will consist of nine members and will meet at least eight times a year. Members are asked to participate in sub-committee work and community activities as well. Board members have the opportunity to:
Our goal is to establish an advisory board that reflects the diversity of our community and promotes equal opportunities and inclusion. We want our members to have a mix of different personal, professional and volunteer experiences, skill sets and perspectives. For more information, please contact: Bonnie-Lou Yaroshko |
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Medicine Hat Public Library Board |
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Vacancies: 4 Activities: Management, regulation and control of Library, plus other Advocacy work, as Board work may require Meeting details: First Wednesday of each month, 7:00 p.m. (2+ hours), plus minimum of one monthly Contact for more information: Ken Feser, 403-502-8528 Roles and responsibilities of a library board member can be found on the Medicine Hat Public Library website. Current Council members are:
For more information, please contact: Ken Feser, Chief Librarian |
Assessment review and appeal boards
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Assessment Review Boards |
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There are two types of assessment review boards that hear property assessment appeals: Local Assessment Review Board (LARB)
Composite Assessment Review Board (CARB)
Vacancies: 1 Activities: Hears residential, commercial and multi dwelling taxation appeals (mandated training and paid hearing time) Meeting details: Sept/Oct/Nov dates depending on appeals Contact for more information: City Clerk Department, 403-529-8382 |
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Subdivision and Development Appeal Board |
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Vacancies: 1 Activities: Hears appeals from development authority and some Bylaw orders (mandated training) Meeting details: As and when appeals received (2+ hours) Contact for more information: City Clerk Department, 403-529-8221 Hears subdivision appeals and development appeals in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act and Bylaw #3009. Current Council members are:
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Commissions
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Combative Sports Commission |
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Vacancies: 2 Activities: Management, regulation and control of combative sports Meeting details: Call of the chair Contact for more information: Scott Richter, 403-502-8065 Combative Sports Commission's mandate is to act in a regulatory capacity for Committee and Council with respect to regulating, governing, and controlling combative sports within Medicine Hat. BylawsBylaw No. 4048 and the Rules and Regulations were approved by Council May 16, 2011 to re-establish the Medicine Hat Combative Sports Commission (Commission) to regulate and control combative sports within Medicine Hat. Bylaw No. 4380 amendments were added to allow the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO) to approve changes to the rules and regulations.
Bylaw No. 4048 grants the Commission the authority to regulate both professional and amateur combative sports (i.e. boxing and mixed martial arts), but the rules and regulations exempt well- established amateur governing bodies (i.e. Alberta Amateur Boxing Association), and provides the Commission the flexibility to exempt other governing bodies if required. The Commission continually reviews their Bylaw and Rules and Regulations and makes amendments to modernize and update their operating procedures. Responsibilities of the commissionThe Commission is responsible for the safety of contestants and the audience by ensuring that:
The Commission has established its own financial account to track revenues and expenses, and has established a Board of five members. The Executive Director of the Commission is a City employee appointed by the CAO, as per the Bylaw, and performs administrative duties for the Commission. Promoter documentsEvent documentsMajor Events
For more information, please contact: Parks & Recreation |
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Municipal Planning Commission |
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Vacancies: 2 Activities: Advises and recommends land use planning matters to Council; exercises sub development and development powers Meeting details: First and third Wednesday of each month, 2:30 p.m. (2+ hours) Contact for more information: City Clerk Department, 403-529-8220 Municipal Planning Commission (MPC) acts as the principal advisory body to Council in matters relating to land use planning. Duties of the Commission include
Members are elected to the Commission for a three-year term. Council representatives are:
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Police Commission |
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Activities: Various powers under the Police Act & Bylaw #1651 Meeting details: Third Wednesday of each month, 4:30 p.m. and 6:00 p.m, first Tuesday of each month 12:00 p.m. (informal session) Contact for more information: Police Commission 403-502-8908 Please note, you must obtain a Police Information Check and submit it to the City Clerk department after you have submitted your online application. Present a copy of your application when requesting the information check and the fee will be waived. Please visit the Police Commission website for more information. Current Council members include:
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Standing committees
| Administrative Committee |
| The Administrative Committee is comprised of the administrative heads of the City organization and approves qualified tenders, authorizes initiation of legal proceedings more than $50,000, recommends policies and programs, and directs the preparation of operating and capital budgets and long-range forecasts for presentation to Council.
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| Administrative and Legislative Review Committee |
| The Administrative and Legislative Review Committee is responsible for matters related to legislation, Administration and City organization referred to it by Council.
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| Audit Committee |
| The Audit Committee is responsible for oversight of the appointment and performance of the independent auditor of the City’s financial performance, system of internal controls and risk, ongoing financial reporting and any other matters referred to it by Council.
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| Corporate Services Committee |
| The Corporate Services Committee is responsible for matters related to finance (including assessment and taxation, financial control and reporting, supply chain [procurement], customer care and billing and treasury), information technology, corporate communications, engagement and marketing, fleet and facilities, corporate planning and performance and any other matters referred to it by Council.
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| Development and Infrastructure Committee |
| The Development and Infrastructure Committee is responsible for matters related to water, waste water, solid waste and waste diversion, storm collector systems, roads, airports, municipal engineering, business licensing, safety codes and administrative matters relating to the City’s land use and planning responsibilities, and any other matters referred to it by Council.
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| Emergency Advisory Committee |
The Emergency Advisory Committee meets as required (at least once annually) and is responsible to carry out the powers and duties detailed in City Bylaw No. 4319, the Emergency Management Bylaw. Responsibilities include:
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| Energy, Land and Environment Committee |
| The Energy, Land and Environment Committee is responsible for matters related to energy (including but not limited to electric generation, oil and gas production and related well management, electric distribution, natural gas distribution, and energy marketing and analysis), the City’s land and property management (including but not limited to real estate transaction and land development), and the City’s environmental services (including compliance and strategy leadership) and any other matters referred to it by Council.
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Public Services Committee |
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The Public Services Committee is responsible for matters related to community development, arts and culture, cemeteries, transit services, events programming, emergency services, fire safety codes services, 911 communication, parks and recreation, asset planning, facility operations and business and innovation and any other matters referred to it by Council. Members
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Task forces
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Resilient and Inclusive Task Force |
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Vacancies: 2 Activities: Recommend strategies to reduce the impacts of homelessness, mental health, addiction and poverty and coordinate efforts among various interested parties, including government, law enforcement, non-profits, and private and community organizations. Meeting details: Members would be expected to attend two-hour meetings every two weeks for a six-month period. Contact for more information: Joseph Hutter, 403-529-8231 The Resilient and Inclusive Task Force was established to develop and implement strategies and actions to bolster community capacity, enhance community safety and promote social cohesion. We are seeking applications from the community for two public appointees. The task force is seeking individuals with the following skill:
Applications will be accepted until noon on Wednesday, March 26, 2025. Members:
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Working groups
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Working Group for Heritage Resources |
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Vacancies: 8 Activities: Assists with promoting the conservation, preservation, restoration, retention and awareness of local heritage resources Meeting details: Second Thursday of every month, 5:00 p.m. to 7 p.m. Contact for more information: Aaron Nelson, 403-502-8785 Applicant handbook Terms of Reference Apply now Our city is rich in heritage resources, both public and private. The purpose of the Heritage Resources Working Group is to support the protection of these valuable resources for future generations. Heritage resources include built structures, streetscapes, historical and archeological sites, as well as landscapes, archeological specimens and natural features of heritage and historical significance. The mandate of the working group is to assist with promoting the conservation, preservation, restoration, retention, and awareness of local heritage resources. This work will be based upon the Province of Alberta's Historical Resources Act - R.S.A. 2000. The Heritage Resources Working Group will:
For more information, please contact: Aaron Nelson |
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Working Group for Accessibility and Inclusion |
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Vacancies: up to 6 Activities: Advise and support City departments on issues related to persons with physical, developmental and mental health disabilities Meeting details: First Wednesday of each month, 11:15 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Applicant handbook Terms of Reference Apply now The Working Group for Accessibility & Inclusion (WGAI) is an advisory body under the City of Medicine Hat’s Community Development department. Its primary purpose is to advise and support City departments on issues related to persons with physical, developmental and mental health disabilities. The WGAI recognizes both visible and invisible disabilities. Its goals include equitable participation of persons with disabilities, and all of the City of Medicine Hat’s public facilities, programs and services are accessible and inclusive. For more information, please contact: Ashley Howes Community Inclusion Coordinator Community Development Phone: 403-525-8609 |
Outside representation
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City Council members |
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Many members of City Council also represent the City on committees and boards outside of the organization.
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