Apply to be on a Board or Committee

County of Newell Council invites applications from County residents interested in serving on the following boards, committees, or commissions:

Agricultural Pest Act/Weed Control Act Appeal Committee - 4 members required (4-year term) > This committee is responsible for reviewing appeals of weed or pest notices and determining whether or not these notices are justified and suitable for the situation.
Airport Commission - 2 members required (4-year term) > The Airport Commission is responsible for overseeing the operations of the Brooks Regional Airport, which is owned and jointly operated by the City of Brooks and the County of Newell.
County of Newell Library Board - 1 member residing within the Gem Library Area (3-year term) > This board oversees the provision of library service throughout the County and meets four times per year in the evenings.
Grasslands Regional FCSS – 1 member (4-year term) > This Board is responsible for reviewing and operating family and community support services, soliciting submissions for funding requests, and making recommendations to Council regarding additional services and programs for the County and the allocation of funds for these programs and services.
Palliser Economic Partnership – 1 Business Representative (4-year term) > The Palliser Economic Partnership is a not-for-profit company working with Alberta Employment, Industry and Immigration. They are committed to improving and expanding economic development in Southeast Alberta.
Recreation Board (Rural Brooks Area) – 3 members from the Rural Brooks Recreation Area (4-year term) > The Rural Brooks Area Recreation Board meets as required during the year to review recreation funding applications from the Rural Brooks Recreation Area.

Applications close at noon on Friday, October 24, 2025.

Please fill out the online form below. If you prefer, you can download a form to email, mail, or deliver to the County of Newell Office here > Members-at-Large Application Form

Applications close at noon on Friday, October 24, 2025 and may be submitted in one of the following ways:

Email to nielsena@newellmail.ca
Mail to Box 130, Brooks, AB T1R 1B2 (Attention: A. Nielsen)
Drop off at the County of Newell Office (183037 RR 145, Brooks, AB)

If you require further information, please phone 403-794-2319.

Please note: The personal information on this form is being collected for the sole purpose of selecting Members-at-Large on various boards and committees and is authorized under section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act. If you have any questions concerning the collection of this personal information, please contact the Privacy Officer for the County of Newell at 403-794-2319 or nielsena@newellmail.ca

Board or Committee of Interest *

First & Last Name *

Mailing Address *

Physical Address *

Legal Land Description *

Division of Residence *

Phone Number *

Email *

Why are you interested in serving on this board or committee? *

What skills, qualifications, or experience do you have that makes you a good candidate for this committee?

Do you have any experience serving on a board, committee, or similar role? If yes, please provide details. *

I confirm that I am a resident of the County of Newell * Yes
No

I am 18 years of age or older. * Yes
No

I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate. * Yes
No

Type Full Name & Date *

By clicking submit, I declare that I understand that an appointment to a County committee, commission, or board is a voluntary, appointed position to be confirmed by County Council. I further understand that this application is public information and that the merits of my appointment may be discussed at a public forum. In addition, my name may be published in a newspaper or other media outlet.

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Apply to be on a Board or Committee

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