Emily Plihal
Local Journalism
Initiative Reporter
Town of Falher will be welcoming three new councillors to its council chambers, with Mayor Donna Buchinski and Councillor Lindsay Brown both returning.
Former Mayor Donna Buchinski (mayor is chosen at the organizational meeting Nov. 3) says she’s eager to see the new ideas and vision the new councillors will bring to the table.
“Our top priorities are the Strategic Plan and the Inter-Municipal Collaboration Framework Agreement Renewal,” says Buchinski.
“The Strategic Plan will help guide council on a direction for the four-year term. We will also continue to complete a one- to five-year operating and capital budgets, while trying to keep increases to taxes minimal, ensuring the Town of Falher is an affordable place to live.”
Buchinski says there will also be a focus on maintaining, enhancing, and adding services to the town in an economic fashion.
“We will continue to keep the residents of Falher informed on current issues, and hold town halls if needed for public engagement,” Buchinski says.
“I believe the Town of Falher is in good hands for the next four years, every one of the town councillors brings knowledge, experience and understanding in municipal governance.”
Returning to council is Buchinski and Brown, with Trevor Carrier, Kelsie Fournier, and Lynn Skrepnek added to the mix for the term.
“I believe this new council like previous council members, put their name forward because they have an inherent need to give back to the community,” says Buchinski.
“Representing your municipality on town council is a considerable commitment of time. Fulfilling the duties required of the position under the Municipal Government Act, while considering what is best for the Town residents can be inspiring.” Town of Falher will hold its organizational meeting on Nov. 3 to decide who will be mayor and which committees each member of council will serve on.