Alberta Municipalities Roundtable

Today, we're taking a closer look at the issues shaping local government across Alberta, and why the decisions being made today will have a lasting impact on communities of every size, in every corner of the province. Joining us are Deborah Reid-Mickler, Deputy Mayor of the Village of Duchess and ABmunis Vice President of Villages and Summer Villages; Janelle Sandboe, Councillor for the City of Chestermere and Director representing Cities up to 500,000; and Jenny Jones, Councillor for the Town of High River and Director of Towns South. We'll begin with a look at the Alberta Summer Municipal Leaders' Caucuses, where we sat down with members of the ABmunis Board during the final MLC of the season in Red Deer. We'll hear what municipal leaders are talking about as they prepare for another busy year of advocacy and collaboration. We'll discuss the Property Tax Reimagined campaign, the growing need for sustainable infrastructure funding, and how municipalities continue to work with the provincial government while pressing for greater consultation and investment in the infrastructure Albertans rely on every day. We'll also ask an important question: Do Alberta's municipalities feel they're being heard by the province? Then, we'll head to Edmonton for a recap of the recent Federation of Canadian Municipalities Convention, where local leaders from across the country came together to share ideas, strengthen partnerships, and advocate for the issues that matter most to Canadian communities. We'll also explore why strong public libraries remain a priority for municipalities, and the vital role they play as community hubs across Alberta. And while summer may be a busy season for families, it's just as busy for municipal leaders. From community barbecues and local events to the Calgary Stampede, we'll look at how ABmunis continues its work of connecting with members and advocating on behalf of municipalities throughout the summer months. Finally, we'll preview one of the largest gatherings of municipal leaders in the province—the 2026 ABmunis Convention and Trade Show, taking place in Edmonton from September 23rd to 25th. All that and more, coming up on this edition of Municipal Affairs. ----- Support The Show Today: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/support-the-show Join The Show: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/be-part-of-the-show ------ Listen To The Show: Apple: https://apple.co/41p5I2I Spotify: https://bit.ly/3tkvb0E YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/crossborderinterviewswithchrisbrown ------ Follow Us On Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crossborderpodcast/ Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/crossbordernetwork.bsky.social Threads: https://www.threads.net/@crossborderpodcast Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/CrossBorderInterviews/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/crossborderinterviews/ Website: https://www.crossborderinterviews.ca/ Municipal Affairs is Part of The Cross Border Network ©2026