Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, council will be conducting council meetings virtually. Residents are encouraged to watch the meetings online. Anyone wishing to participate in a meeting should register to speak as a delegate.
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Make a presentation to council |
Citizens' involvement in civic government is an essential part of the democratic process and there are many ways in which you can voice your concerns and become involved. Individuals or groups wanting to be placed on the agenda at a Council meeting must submit either a letter of request clearly outlining the subject matter to be discussed and the action being requested of Council, or a Presentation Request Form. The request is then reviewed by the Agenda Review Committee (comprised of the Mayor, Regional Manager and Chief Legislative Officer). It may be placed on a future Council Agenda, referred to a standing committee, referred to administration for investigation and preparation of a report, or declined. |
Request to speak |
Requests to speak must be in reference to a specific item on a Council meeting agenda. Agendas for Council meetings are published on the Friday of the week before the meeting. To register to speak as a delegate to an item on a Council Agenda, please send an email to Legislative.Assistants@rmwb.ca. Request to Speak emails must include the following:
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals to engage fully. Please be aware that advance notice is required as some accommodations may require time to arrange. Please indicate if you require an accommodation in your email. You may also register by:
Please note that speakers are allotted a maximum of five minutes in duration. |
Submit written comments |
Written submissions must be in reference to a specific item on a Council Meeting Agenda. Agendas for Council meetings are published on the Friday of the week before the meeting. To submit written comments as a delegate to an item on a Council Meeting Agenda, please submit a Written Submission Delegate Form. Your written comments will be included in the Council Meeting Agenda Package and will form part of the public record for the Council Meeting. |
Public Hearings |
To submit written comments or to participate via teleconference:
Comments submitted must be received prior to the close of the Public Hearing. Submissions that are received after the Public Hearing has been closed, will not be considered by Council All written submissions are public and will be shared with Council verbally during the hearing for a maximum of 5 minutes. Written submissions that are not relevant to the Public Hearing will not become part of the record of this hearing. |
Meetings calendar |
Agendas, minutes and videos |
You can view past and present agendas, minutes and videos on the Council Meeting Calendar. |
Council expense reports |
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