In This Issue
- Launching Municipal Workforce Development Project Roadmap.
- Next Generation 9-1-1 Transition Funding applications open.
- LAS discussion on water & wastewater feasibility study at AMO Conference.
- Municipal Codes of Conduct: Pre-conference workshop at AMO 2024.
- AMO Knowledge Exchange on Community & Supportive Housing Symposium.
- Plan your fall education schedule.
- Managing Risk with a Sidewalk Assessment.
- Careers.
AMO Matters
AMO encourages you to read AMO’s Workforce Development Project Roadmap which identifies priority areas and future actions for AMO and its partners to support employee recruitment and retention.
Provincial Matters
The next wave of applications are open for the 2024-25 NG9-1-1 funding program until August 23, 2024. Information sessions are available. Please contact estd.ng9-1-1@ontario.ca for more information.
Education Opportunities
LAS is undertaking a feasibility study to create joint municipal services board(s) or municipal service corporation(s) to provide water and wastewater services. Whether you are an elected official or a subject matter expert your insights and expertise on governance, operations of water and wastewater systems, and impacts of municipal service corporations are invaluable. Stop by on August 18 between 1:30 and 3:300 pm at the AMO Conference to talk to the LAS Water and Wastewater Expert Panel, LAS/AMO staff regarding challenges and opportunities for water and wastewater systems.
The Municipal Codes of Conduct pre-conference workshop on Saturday, August 17 is for municipal leaders who are looking to guide and strengthen their council and corporation’s conduct, behaviour, and practices. Register today - space is limited.
The AMO Knowledge Exchange on Community and Supportive Housing Symposium, October 1 - 2, will convene elected officials, municipal staff, federal and provincial representatives, Indigenous partners, and other sector partners for networking, knowledge sharing, and collaboration on how we can work together to advance community and supportive housing solutions in communities across Ontario. View full details and register today.
AMO has released a number of its fall education workshops. Sign up today for a range of workshops including, communication skills, planning for and understanding cyber security, Indigenous cultural awareness and a number council leadership programs. Click here to see all opportunities.
LAS
Sidewalk trip hazards are a safety and liability issue for municipalities. An LAS Road & Sidewalk Assessment survey shows all deficiencies along with imagery to focus your sidewalk repairs and address legal challenges. Contact Tanner for a no-obligation quote.
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Careers
Technical Director, Engineering Services - Credit Valley Conservation. Closing Date: August 18.
