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Lloydminster, AB/SK – In a proactive move to enhance community safety and resilience, the City of Lloydminster and nine neighbouring municipalities are preparing to achieve three goals as part of their recently signed regional emergency management collective (REMC).
The REMC will pool financial and staffing resources to bolster regional emergency management programming, ensuring a more resilient response to hazards and disasters. Spearheaded by the City of Lloydminster, which will provide the role of regional director of emergency management and in-kind services, this collective effort will oversee the strategic goals, objectives and initiatives set forth by all participating partners.
The established goals for 2024 and 2025 are:
- Create a household-level preparedness campaign for public engagement;
- Increase municipal readiness and response capacity through training, exercises and agreements; and
- Ensure municipalities are compliant with applicable provincial legislation.
This initiative marks a pivotal step forward in safeguarding neighbouring communities against the unpredictable challenges of the future.
Including the City of Lloydminster, 10 communities are participating in the regional emergency management collective:
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Alberta |
Saskatchewan |
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Kitscoty, Village of |
Britannia, Rural Municipality of (No. 502) |
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Lloydminster, City of |
Eldon, Rural Municipality of (No. 471) |
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Marwayne, Village of |
Lashburn, Town of |
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Paradise Valley, Village of |
Marshall, Town of |
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Vermilion, Town of |
Willton, Rural Municipality of (No. 472) |
Quotes
"The regional emergency management collective signifies a pivotal step forward in our shared commitment to safeguarding our communities. By joining forces, we reinforce our capacity to address emergencies effectively, protecting life and property through extreme situations. These initiatives are also an opportunity to strengthen inter-municipal relations and explore potential collaborations on future projects."
Mayor Gerald Aalbers, City of Lloydminster
“By partnering with our neighbouring communities to establish the regional emergency management collective, we are taking a pivotal step forward to confront the challenges that may arise in an emergency situation. We recognize the importance of working together as a region and greatly value the expertise of our municipal partners as it relates to emergency preparedness. Through the regional emergency management collective, we’re able to leverage our combined strengths and resources, thereby enhancing our ability to respond quickly, efficiently and effectively in times of need.”
Mayor Chris Neureuter, Village of Marwayne
“Establishing the regional emergency management collective underscores our mutual resolve to prioritize the safety and resilience of our communities. By uniting in this initiative, we demonstrate our commitment to co-ordinating our efforts and gaining optimal value from new and existing emergency resources.”
Reeve Larry Lundquist, Rural Municipality of Eldon No. 471
Quick Facts
- There are approximately 42,308 residents living in the 10 communities, of which 31,582 are in Lloydminster.
- The City of Lloydminster’s annual contributions are considered in-kind, providing staffing support in the regional director of emergency management position.
- Member contributions are $3 per resident, ensuring the collective is well supported financially while also ensuring it creates no undue hardship on smaller participating communities.
- Grant funding from the Government of Canada and the Alberta and Saskatchewan provincial governments will be reviewed for eligibility to support objectives and initiatives.
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