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Policing Committee

PURPOSE:

In accordance with Bylaw #C9-09, the purpose and role of the City of Fort Saskatchewan Policing Committee is that of a liaison which acts as a communication link between the R.C.M.P., City Council and the community. The Committee retains the responsibility to ensure that the community receives adequate policing.

MEMBERSHIP:

The Policing Committee is comprised of seven (7) voting members, serving without remuneration appointed by a resolution of Council. The membership shall include:

  • one (1) member of City Council; and
  • six (6) members of the public-at-large.

The current members are:

Rosana Frey
Terry Noble
Councillor Stew Hennig
Lorne Schneider
Agnes Kennedy
Bill Santo
Jill Vrolson
Rick Nyszczuk
Josie Krokis

 All persons appointed to the Committee shall:

  • Take the Oath of Office as prescribed in Schedule 2 of the Police Act; and
  • Undertake a criminal records review and suitability screening through the R.C.M.P.

MEETINGS:

The Committee shall hold regular meetings at a frequency to be determined from time to time by the Committee, but not less than six (6) meetings per year.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITY AS A COMMITTEE MEMBER:

The overall objectives of the Policing Committee are to act as a liaison between City Council, the R.C.M.P. Detachment, the Protective Services Department of the City and the citizens of Fort Saskatchewan and foster responsible community actions towards the creation of a safe secure community. The Committee shall endeavor to do this by encouraging an environment, which allows for public concerns to be addressed by all affected parties. Specific duties and responsibilities are to:

  • Provide community feedback to the R.C.M.P. and Protective Services Department concerning policing and City Bylaw enforcement strategies and activities;
  • Review and advise Council on the annual R.C.M.P. goals and priorities;
  • Cooperate and liaise with community groups in creating programs or pursuing initiatives to improve public safety;
  • Make recommendations to Council relating to policing matters or relevant community issues, as it may deem advisable, on its own initiative or upon request of Council;
  • Assist in selecting the Officer In Charge;
  • Assist the Officer In Charge in resolving public complaints;
  • Any other duties as may be required in the Police Act;
  • Submit a yearly report to Council; and
  • Submit an annual budget to Council.

ACTIVITIES AND ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE POLICING COMMITTEE:

  • Respond to inquiries/complaints from residents regarding policing matters (i.e.) vandalism, youths loitering in parks.
  • Revitalization of the Block Parent Program and establishment of a Community watch Program.
  • Establishment of a Volunteer Recognition Program to recognize those individuals, businesses or industries who have significantly contributed to preventive policing programs in the City of Fort Saskatchewan.

Contact the committee at policingcommittee@fortsask.ca

Additional Resources
Policing Committee Bylaw 1159K Download .pdf File

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