The Village of Empress

is nestled between the Red Deer River and the South Saskatchewan River, at the eastern edge of Alberta. There is a wild feel to this quaint village surrounded by expansive farms and ranches, pronghorns, coyotes and so many different species of birds. The recreation opportunities for adventurers and star-gazers are boundless. Come and see for yourself!

To all Empress residents

NEW ICAO Kindly be advised that Gary Peers of Acadia Valley has been appointed as the Interim CAO for the Village of Empress.  He brings municipal experience to the role, having been the CAO for the MD of Acadia Valley for many years.

WATER TECH Empress has also recently hired a water technician who is fully qualified in all areas of managing the water for the village.  Our water is monitored daily and remains perfectly safe to drink from the tap.

WELCOME NEW COUNCILLORS The swearing in of our new council will be at the Regular Council Meeting on Thursday 18 August 2022 at 6:30 pm in the Village Office Meeting Room.  This is a public meeting and all residents of Empress are welcome to attend. The agenda for this meeting will be posted shortly.

EV CHARGING PROGRAM Empress was not chosen to participate in the 100% funding for municipalities for EV infrastructure.  Hopefully, this program may be offered again in the future for further consideration.

GRATITUDE Our time with the Official Administrator is drawing to a close with the new council coming on board.  On behalf of the villagers, we wish to extend our profound gratitude to Harold Johnsrude for his guidance and leadership these past weeks.  As well, we want to acknowledge the assistance from Municipal Affairs, Special Areas and the various other organizations that supported the Village of Empress through this transition.

Thanks to all residents who exercised their civic duty to participate in our by-election last Monday.  We look forward to a productive 3 years with the new council, and a positive way forward for Empress after a challenging time.

Onward and upward!

 


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