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CITY LOOKING TO FILL POSITIONS ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS

The City of Lethbridge is looking for individuals who want to make a difference in the community, to apply to be a new member on a number of boards, commissions and committees. To be eligible for membership, you must be a resident of Lethbridge and at least 18 years of age. All board positions are voluntary with the exception of a few that include an honorarium.

There are nine current opportunities to get involved with, first being the Animal Welfare Committee, an advisory committee to City Council on issues relating to abandoned and feral animals in Lethbridge.

Community & Social Development Committee is looking for an advisory committee to City Council on issues relating to social policy, services and funding. The Heart of Our City Committee is looking to champion downtown Lethbridge revitalization through implementation of the Heart of Our City Master Plan.

Galt Museum & Archives Board of Directors has an opportunity for someone to have full responsibility for management and control of the museum. Lethbridge Housing Authority is a provincially-mandated housing management body established to provide a sufficient amount of adequate, safe, secure and affordable housing for those who, because of financial, social or other circumstances, need help to obtain or maintain accommodation.

Lethbridge Public Library Board is seeking someone who can be responsible for developing a service plan, approving board policies, preparing budgets and employing the CEO who manages the library. The Municipal Planning Commission is responsible for advising and deciding on land use, planning, development and subdivision issues.

Subdivision & Development Appeal Board is responsible for hearing appeals, as required under the Municipal Government Act, from those affected by decisions of local development and subdivision authorities. The Youth Advisory Council is comprised of members aged 14-25 and advises City Council, the City of Lethbridge and community partners on issues relevant to youth in Lethbridge.

For additional information on these committees, the qualifications they are seeking and for application forms, visit lethbridge.ca/Committees or contact the Office of the City Clerk at 403-329-7383. The deadline for application is Friday, Oct. 26, 2018, and the new appointments will be effective Jan. 1, 2019.

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