Hears complaints on assessed values of properties. People with interests and skills in real estate, appraisals and assessments of property generally find success on this body.
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Representatives from the City of Lethbridge and other members of the community are involved in many different boards, commissions and committees (BCCs) that help guide and shape our city. BCCs provide Lethbridge City Council with information, advice and recommendations regarding important community issues and topics.
BCCs are made up of a combination of citizens, organizational representatives, City staff representatives and members of Council. They are formed to help handle City affairs efficiently and orderly by representing the broader community. All appointed members work together to bring their experience and expertise to achieve Council’s defined mandate of the BCC and deliver on its work plan.
Our regular fall recruitment is coming soon applications will be open on Friday, September 5, 2025 and will close on Friday October 24, 2025. View our Boards, Commissions and Committees Toolkit for more information on BCCs, how to apply, the recruitment process, BCC descriptions and more. If you have any questions you can contact us at:
Hears complaints on assessed values of properties. People with interests and skills in real estate, appraisals and assessments of property generally find success on this body.
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Community Requirements Appeal Board
This Board hears appeals on decisions made by Bylaw Officers regarding licenses and orders on property standards such as unsightly premises, weed control. Those who are appointed to the Subdivision and Development Appeal Board also sit on this Board. Individuals who have knowledge of planning and development would find this board to be of interest.
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Supervises, regulates and controls Combative Sports events. People who have a commitment to attending meetings and events, along with an interest in regulations, sportsmanship and athletics generally find success on this body. Must not be a current member of a combative sports association.
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Delivery of library services to the public. Individuals with an interest in community growth, and education through inclusive library programs & services generally find success on this body.
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Public oversight of the Lethbridge Police Service. Individuals with interests and skills in board governance, strategic thinking, Human Resources, and finances generally find success on this body.
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Sir Alexander Galt Museum and Archives Board of Directors
Directs the activities at the museum and Fort Whoop-Up with the CEO. Individuals with interests and skills in telling stories of Lethbridge, history and story gathering generally find success on this body.
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Subdivision & Development Appeal Board
This quasi-judicial board hears appeals regarding decisions made by the Development Officer, Subdivision Authority or the Municipal Planning Commission or development or subdivision applications. Individuals who have knowledge of planning and development would generally find success on this board. Individuals appointed to this Board will also be appointed to the Community Requirements Appeal Board
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Council’s Standing Policy Committee model allows our local government to look at issues throughout the City with a more focused lens, providing for more Council deliberation and public participation. Standing Policy Committees are ongoing, permanent committees that report to City Council.
Audit Standing Policy Committee
The Audit Standing Policy Committee provides recommendations and advice to Council in fulfilling its oversight and stewardship responsibilities related to monitoring the internal controls over:
Risk identification and exposure, including items arising from the BCCs who may request to submit or present to it.
Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee
The Assets and Infrastructure Standing Policy Committee provides recommendations and advice to Council on the planning, development and implementation of programs, approaches or policies relating to:
This includes items coming from the BCCs who may request to submit or present to it.
Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee
The Safety and Social Standing Policy Committee helps Council fulfill its responsibilities by making recommendations on planning, development and implementation of municipal strategies relating to:
This includes items coming from the BCCs who may request to submit or present to it.
Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee
The Economic and Finance Standing Policy Committee helps Council fulfill its responsibilities relating to:
This includes items coming from the BCCs who request to submit or present to it.
Governance Standing Policy Committee
The Governance Standing Policy Committee helps Council fulfill its responsibilities relating to legislation and governance practices and frameworks by planning, developing and implementing strategies. These strategies ensure the City functions effectively and efficiently to support Council’s intentions, directions and expected outcomes. Some of which may include:
This includes items coming from the BCCs who may request to submit or present to it.
Standing Committees are ongoing committees established by Council, specializing in a specific matter or topic related to the community.
The Animal Welfare Committee advises on projects to improve the welfare of animals in the city, including:
The Assessment Review Board fields appeals to the assessed values of properties and other items taxed by the City.
Community Requirements Appeal Board
The Community Requirements Appeal Board hears appeals on decisions made by Bylaw Officers regarding licenses and orders on property standards.
The Combative Sports Commission regulates, governs and controls boxing, kickboxing, martial arts and wrestling bouts, contests and exhibitions held within the City. The commission is committed to providing a safe environment for both participants and spectators. It stresses the need for fairness and safety for all combatants.
Lethbridge Emergency Advisory Committee
The Lethbridge Emergency Advisory Committee provides guidance and direction to the Lethbridge Emergency Management Agency. It advises Council on the development and status of emergency plans and programs each year.
Lethbridge Downtown Business Revitalization Zone Board
The Lethbridge Downtown Business Revitalization Zone Board represents and administers the business of the Downtown Business Revitalization Zone Association in the development of the zone. The board works to:
Subdivision and Development Appeal Board
The Subdivision Development and Appeal Board hears appeals regarding decisions made by the development officer or subdivision authority on development or subdivision applications.
Special Purpose Committees are formed under the legislated powers of the City but have their own constitution or bylaws.
The Lethbridge Library Board advocates for exemplary library services within the City. The board:
The Lethbridge Police Commission oversees the Lethbridge Police Service. The commission:
Sir Alexander Galt Museum and Archives Board of Directors
The Sir Alexander Galt Museum and Archives Board of Directors sets the objectives and operating policies of the Galt Museum and Archives, ensuring the public has a voice in how it is used. It aims to ensure that resources, spaces and programs remain accessible for all members of the community.
Ad Hoc Committees are short-term committees which have a specific purpose and clearly defined life span. There are no Ad Hoc Committees at this time.
Joint Committees are created through an agreement between two or more organizations.
The Inter-municipal Committee works to:
Joint Committee of the City of Lethbridge and Lethbridge School Boards
The Joint Committee of the City of Lethbridge and Lethbridge School Boards is made up of members from City Council, the Lethbridge School Division and the Holy Spirit Catholic School Division. It evaluates issues of common community concerns regarding education.
External Committees are not formed by City Council, but Council members and/or citizens may be appointed to them. Learn more about the community’s External Committees, including:
If a committee has completed its mandate, merged with another committee or completed an annual review process, it may be dissolved.
If you have any questions about Lethbridge committees, commissions or boards, please contact us at committee@lethbridge.ca.
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