Welcome to the Town of Nanton.  This small town offers its residents the comfort and security inherent of a small community.  Recent new residential growth and development has invited those who are seeking these characteristics while still enjoying close proximity to larger centres for employment.  Older, quiet residential areas lend to a quiet, peaceful atmosphere.  As this town continues to grow, many job opportunities will be presented within our own community.  The historic downtown area is rich with the heritage of the area, as reflected in the many businesses connected to the “Antique and Art Walk of Alberta”, reinforcing the motto of the town, “Where History Lives”.

The Town of Nanton boasts many sport facilities, including the Tom Hornecker Recreation Centre, the Nanton Golf Course and the Nanton Agricultural Society Grounds. A public library for those in pursuit of quieter activities is conveniently located close to Main Street.  Many facilities exist for our seniors, including a senior’s lodge, recreation centre and other community programs such as “Meals on Wheels”.  Nanton is proud to have two schools, A. B. Daley for kindergarten to grade six, and J. T. Foster High School for grades seven to twelve.  Both schools have active band, athletic and scholastic programs.  Special activities and attractions are ongoing during the year.

With the surrounding open prairies to the east, picturesque, rolling foothills to the west, easy access to larger centres to the north and close proximity to the U.S. to the south, Nanton offers country charm with affordable small town living.  Please accept our invitation to stop by and visit, maybe you will even consider staying longer… 

Mayor John Blake

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Governance

Council is the governing body of the municipal corporation.  The Town has six councillors and a Mayor, elected for a three-year term.  Municipal elections take place every three years, on the third Monday of October.  The current Council is as follows:

General Municipal Elections

This year, the General Municipal Elections for Chief Elected Officials (Mayors) and Council will be held on October 18, 2010.  Valuable information is posted on the Alberta Municipal Affairs website, under "Municipal Election Information" and the Alberta Urban Municipalities Association site, for potential candidates to gain insight into the Election process, and the expectations of elected officials.

General election information is available at the Alberta Municipal Affairs website at the following:

 http://www.municipalaffairs.alberta.ca/mc_elections.cfm  which includes, in part:

• Running for Municipal Office in Alberta 2010 
• Frequently Asked Questions about Municipal Elections
• Municipal Councillors' Guidelines for Conflict of Interest 2010
• Now that you've been elected 2010
• Local Authorities Election Act

To learn more about the Roles and Responsibilities of Council and Mayor, click here.

There is also information available at the Municipal Affairs website for on-line training sessions available for candidates - logon to http://www.elections2010.info/  to register. 

A .pdf version of this letter can also be e-mailed to potential candidates.  Updates to this information will be placed under General Government on the Town of Nanton website www.nanton.ca.  Contact the Returning Officer for further assistance.

KEY DATES: 

• CANDIDATE INFORMATION SESSION – SEPTEMBER 7, 2010 AT THE NANTON COMMUNITY CENTRE – 7:00 PM.  EVERYONE WELCOME.
• Nominations for candidates will be accepted at the Town Office from 10 am to 12 noon on September 20^th   (Complete and return this form).
• Election Day is on Monday October 18^th (Community Centre) from 10 am to 8 pm
• If elected, there will be mandatory orientation session(s) after the election (dates not yet confirmed).

 And now that you have decided to commit to serving your community on Council for the next three years, download this NOMINATION FORM - good luck with your campaign!

Regards, Georgina Sharpe, Returning Officer  develop@nanton.ca

Meeting Dates

Regular meetings of Council are held in the Council Chambers of the Town Hall on the first and third Monday of each month, commencing at the hour of 7:00 PM.  Only one meeting is held in each of July and August.  In the event that a Regular Meeting falls on a General Holiday, the meeting will be held the following Monday. 

The Public is welcome to join the Regular Meetings for information.
Please view the agenda for the next Regular Meeting of Council as follows:
 

Regular Meeting Agenda of Council

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Vision Statement

Nanton is a caring community where the past inspires a vibrant future for all.

Mission Statement

To provide the Town of Nanton with a responsible municipal government.

Statement of Goals

• To provide a balance of living opportunities

• To maintain an adequate land base

• To foster co-operation within the community and surrounding area

• To encourage and effectively manage residential, commercial and industrial growth and economic initiatives

• To maintain and preserve the historical flavor

• To sustain health, natural spaces and promote environmental stewardship

Committees

Each of the Town Committees are comprised of three Councillors and up to three Public Members-at-large.  The purposes of these committees are to provide:

• Recommendations to Council,

• Advice to the CAO in the CAO's development of a personnel policy manual,

• Receive delegations as may be directed by Council, and

• To research and obtain relevant and/or factual information on those matters that fall within the specific mandate of the Committee that Council may from time to time request.

	Town of Nanton Business Plan
	Town of Nanton Three Year Budget and Business Plan

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