The Chief Administrative Officer

On behalf of Town of Okotoks Administration, I am pleased to present our 2022 Annual Report. This report highlights many of our accomplishments over the past year and provides details on the Town’s current financial position.

While it is apparent that we will be dealing with challenges stemming from the COVID-19 pandemic for some time, 2022 demonstrated that we are in a better position to face whatever lies ahead. We continued to encourage our community to engage with us as we worked to keep Okotoks as one of the most livable and well-managed communities in Alberta.

Throughout 2022, the Town continued to provide highquality programs and services while mitigating against the pressures of inflation, through collaboration with local partnerships, neighboring municipalities, and all other levels of government.

Council’s role is one of strategic vision setting, while the Chief Administrative Officer oversees the implementation of this vision. Council wrote the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan that was finalized in September 2022 which focuses on key priorities, including responsibly managed growth; a strong local economy; enhanced culture and community health; demonstrated environmental leadership and organizational excellence.

Council’s direction prioritized economic resilience, social responsibility (public safety and affordable housing) and environmental stewardship as key commitments. These Council priorities and supporting strategies helped to guide the work of Administration in 2022. This of course, is in addition to day-to-day core services provided to the community.

Over the past year, the Town has made significant progress in creating an inclusive community with equal opportunities for all. I am grateful for the dedication and hard work shown by our employees, leadership team, and Council members, who proudly give their time and expertise to make Okotoks a safer, and more welcoming place. It truly is our people who make us stand out as a community.

In 2022, we prioritized enhancing community dialogue which is intended to create opportunity for community and the Town to engage together in meaningful ways. Over the next year, I invite you to connect with us. Take part and influence decision making through the many public participation opportunities that will be available to you in 2023. Do not hesitate to call, ask questions, show up and be engaged with your municipal government.

Okotoks is an enviable place to live, and this is a direct result of the efforts by our citizens, the business community and the hard work of dedicated Town employees who are committed to making life better every day for our residents. As you read through the 2022 Annual Report, I hope you feel a sense of pride like I do.

Sincerely,

Elaine Vincent Chief Administrative Officer Town of Okotoks