August 11, 2021
AUMA/AMSC DIGEST
ADVOCACY UPDATES
The Government of Alberta’s recent announcement that most COVID-19 restrictions will be lifted by mid-August, and that Albertans should get used to living with the virus, raises several questions for employers.
AUMA has been asked to provide two proposed nominees who are actively engaged in the safety codes system. Learn more about the opportunity and submit an application.
The LAPP Corporation is responsible for overseeing the work of service providers for the Pension Plan to ensure the delivery of pension benefits and the long-term sustainability of the Plan. It is the administrator and trustee of the Plan.

Nominate a municipal leader in your community for a 2021 AUMA Award! Award nominations must be submitted by August 13, 2021.

On June 1, 2021, a number of amendments to the Off-Site Levies Regulation enacted under the authority of the Municipal Government Act came into effect.
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The nomination period closes on September 15! The Stars of Alberta Volunteer Awards recognize extraordinary Albertans whose volunteer efforts have contributed to the well-being of their community and fellow community members. Discover all the details and nominate your community’s special volunteers.
Are you planning to apply for funding through the Housing Supply Challenge, led by the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation? Check out Evergreen’s free Housing Supply Challenge Support Program, which provides guidance, mentorship, and the resources needed to develop and improve applications.
The Government of Alberta is surveying the general public and representatives of private-sector organizations and public bodies (including municipalities) on privacy protection in the Province. Alberta’s privacy framework (which includes laws, like the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and the Personal Information Protection Act) sets requirements for the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information. To access the survey, click here. Responses will be accepted until August 20.
Is switching to an electric vehicle fleet feasible?
Find out how the cost of buying new gas-powered vehicles compares to new electric vehicles with the Electric Vehicle Savings Calculator. You'll quickly see the potential fuel savings and lower maintenance costs so you can make the case for buying electric to your colleagues and Council.
 
Has your municipality amassed solar panels?

The Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA ) launched its expanded electronics pilot project (e-Pilot) in September 2020 for the collection of more than 500 additional electronic devices. Since then, approximately 3,500 tonnes of material have been recycled.
ARMA is now seeking your assistance to access solar panels for evaluation in the e-pilot. They are inviting municipalities to contact ARMA if your site has collected/stockpiled solar panels that could be picked up by the electronics processors specifically dealing with solar panels.
If you have amassed solar panels, please email ARMA at epilot@albertarecycling.ca or if you are aware of commercial entities that may have panels they would like to recycle. For more information on the e-Pilot, visit armaepilot.com.
There is just one month to go before Munis 101 kicks off for summer villages! The first virtual session starts on Tuesday, September 14, at 2:30 p.m. and runs at the same time on September 21, 28 and October 5. The second session starts on Wednesday, September 22 at 7 p.m .and runs at the same time on September 29 and then October 6 and 13. Don’t miss out! Register at eoep.ca today.
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