AMM - Association of Manitoba Municipalities

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One of the main functions of the AMM is to lobby on issues that affect Manitoba Municipalities. Many of our issues are raised by our members through resolutions or correspondence, which we then bring to the attention of the Manitoba or Federal government.

For all events, visit the AMM Events Calendar


	May 23, 2013 - Municipal Amalgamation On May 1, 2013, Bill 33: The Municipal Modernization Act was introduced in the Manitoba Legislature. This bill requires all municipalities with fewer than1,000 residents to develop an amalgamation plan effective January 1,2015. OpEd - Forced amalgamations of municipalities arrogant News Release: Municipal Modernization Act undemocratic: AMM Member Advisory: Bill 33: The Municipal Modernization Act Article: Municipal Amalgamation: What's the Rush? Pictured: AMM Eastern District Mayors, Reeves and CAOs listen to Local Government Minister Ron Lemieux discussing the Province's plan to amalgamate municipalities.

	May 9, 2013 - June District Meetings - June 10-18, 2013 The AMM June District Meetings are a series of meetings held throughout the province in each of the AMM's seven districts. These meetings provide the AMM membership with information about current policies and issues and are the first step in the annual resolution process. District Directors will also be elected for a two-year term. Meeting schedule Register now Pictured: Representatives from the AMM's Central District vote on a resolution during the 2012 June District Meeting.

	April 26, 2013 - Lobby Day 2013 Each year, the AMM hosts a “Lobby Day” which includes a face-to-face meeting with the Progressive Conservative caucus followed by a similar meeting with the NDP caucus. The purpose of Lobby Day is to highlight the most critical municipal issues of the day and to probe both the government and the official opposition on their views on these issues. View our latest blog post to read this year's Lobby Day presentation to both parties. Lobby Day presentation

	April 25, 2013 - Municipal leaders and AMM united against budget A coalition of Manitoba mayors and the AMM spoke as one today, rejecting a provincial budget that fails to provide a dedicated source of funding for municipal infrastructure. More Pictured L to R: President Doug Dobrowolski and Mayor Sam Katz, City of Winnipeg.

	April 11, 2013 - Transit partnership recognized The City of Selkirk’s Transit system – Selkirk Transit - is this year’s recipient of the 2013 Municipal Excellence Award, presented on April 11 during the Municipal Officials Seminar in Brandon. More Pictured L to R: City of Selkirk Councillor Duane Nicol and Mayor Larry Johannson with the 2013 Municipal Excellence Award.

	April 5, 2013 - The Municipal Leader - Spring, 2013 Recreation opportunities are a fundamental service most citizens demand from their municipal governments today, and with increased recreational facilities come, inevitably, increased risk of injury to our most vulnerable citizens. Our "Injury Prevention" report looks at some of the preventative measures local governments can take to reduce injuries in youth, seniors and even in our own workplaces. With spring also comes the Municipal Officials Seminar and MTCML Trade Show at the Keystone Centre in Brandon. The issue has all the highlights of this exciting event, plus much more. More View back issues of the Municipal Leader

	March 22, 2013 - 2013 Federal Budget delivers for Manitoba Today’s federal budget is an important step forward for Manitoba, and the AMM appreciates the Government of Canada for choosing to continue moving our communities ahead even as it meets its immediate fiscal challenges. More Budget 2013

	March 16, 2013 - AMM Awards Youth Excellence The Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) is pleased to announce the recipient of the 2013 George Harbottle Memorial Young Community Leader Award is Shania Sveinson. The AMM presented Ms. Sveinson with the award at the Manitoba School Boards Association Celebration of Success evening on March 14. More>>> Pictured: President Doug Dobrowolski presents the 2013 George Harbottle Memorial Young Community Leader Award to Shania Sveinson.

	March 4, 2013 - Municipal Officials Seminar & MTCML Tradeshow - April 10 & 11, 2013 Join us for two days of policy and professional development sessions, the MTCML Tradeshow, and the presentation of the 9th Annual Municipal Excellence Award. Online registration is now available! More info Register online now - Early Bird Registration only until March 22!

	February 20, 2013 - Urban Reserves and the Treaty Land Entitlement Process Municipalities and First Nations are working together more than ever before, but often the process of converting land for Manitoba’s Treaty Land Entitlements simply takes far too long. Today, President Doug Dobrowolski gave a presentation on this topic at the Treaty Relations Commission of Manitoba Learning Centre. View President Dobrowolski's presentation

	February 6, 2013 - AMM endorses Canada West Foundation report The Association of Manitoba Municipalities (AMM) endorses a report released today by the Canada West Foundation. The report, entitled “At the Intersection: The Case for Sustained and Strategic Public Infrastructure Investment” is based on over 200 studies and shows a strong link between public infrastructure investment and long-term economic growth. More Download complete report

	February 6, 2013 - The Municipal Leader - Winter, 2013 International trade is a key component of the Canada and Manitoba economies, and Manitoba's location in the middle of the continent continues to make it a centre for international trade. This issue, we explore this issue in depth with articles on the Canada/Europe Free Trade Agreement, Centreport, and the recently designated World Trade Centre Winnipeg. On the development side, we take a look at how organizations like CDEM are promoting economic development in African countries, and even explore the longest-running multicultural festival in the world - Manitoba's own Folklorama. More

	January 15, 2013 - Municipal leaders receive Diamond Jubilee Medals Today, four individuals were presented with a Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal in recognition of their outstanding contribution to the Association of Manitoba Municipalities and to municipal government in Manitoba. Also receiving awards were AMM President Doug Dobrowolski and Executive Director Joe Masi, who were selected for the award by the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), one of the partner organizations named by the Government of Canada to distribute the medals. More Pictured L to R: President Doug Dobrowolski, former Interlake Rural Director Ed Peltz, Past-President Ron Bell, The Honourable Philip S. Lee, Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba, Past President Stuart Briese, Past President Jack Nicol, and Executive Director Joe Masi.

	December 6, 2012 - Convention Recap The AMM Annual Convention took place from November 26-29, 2012 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. Visit our Convention page for resolutions, photos, daily bulletins, and more. More Pictured: AMM Executive for 2012-2014 - Rural Vice-President Ralph Groening, Urban Vice-President Eileen Clarke, and President Doug Dobrowolski

	October 18, 2012 - Municipal Leader - Fall, 2012 "The only thing constant in life is change" is a familiar expression, and change is something municipal leaders face on a regular basis. This issue, we give readers a preview of what they have to look forward to during our 14th Annual Convention taking place from November 26-29 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre. The theme, fittingly, is "The Challenge of Change" and it explores the growing pressures on municipalities to provide more with less. How do local governments create positive change - and respond to the needs of their citizens - during times of fiscal restraint? View Fall, 2012 issue in 3D now>>> View back issues of the Municipal Leader>>>

	October 17, 2012 - Women in Government Panel Discussion - November 29, 2012 Women make up 52% of Canada’s population but only 22% of municipal councils. Yet the United Nations defines 30% female representation as the minimum needed to reflect women’s concerns. One way to encourage women’s involvement in politics is to promote role models and success stories, and connect women with mentors. We will do just that on November 29, 2012 at The University of Winnipeg. Our four guest panelists - all role models in their own right - will share their stories and hopefully inspire more women to consider running for the next municipal election. Everyone is welcome! More information

	September 4, 2012 - AMM 14th Annual Convention - November 26-29, 2012 It is time to start thinking about the AMM Annual Convention! This year's event takes place at the Winnipeg Convention Centre, and our theme, “The Challenge of Change”, is truly representative of what municipal elected officials are facing not only Manitoba, but throughout Canada and beyond. How do local governments create positive change – and respond to the needs of their citizens – during times of fiscal restraint? That is the challenge for our outstanding Convention line-up to explore. View Convention page Register now

	July 18, 2012 - AMM speaks out on infrastructure program President Doug Dobrowolski participated in a federal government roundtable in Winnipeg today to discuss the new Long-Term Infrastructure Program (LTIP). The roundtables are taking place across Canada and participants include provincial, territorial, and municipal leaders and other infrastructure stakeholders from the business, industry, and non-governmental organization sectors. Close to $2 billion in federal-municipal funding set to expire in 2014, so the new LTIP is important for all municipalities in Manitoba and across the country. View News Release

	July 10, 2012 - Municipal Leader - Summer, 2012 Development and growth are hallmarks of an attractive and thriving community. However, growth comes with its own set of challenges, especially if the growth is particularly sudden or fast-paced. We have interviewed a number of Manitoba's growing communities for our summer issue's report, "Growth and Consequences", and the many ways they are meeting these challenges are as individual and unique as the communities themselves. View Summer, 2012 issue in 3D now>>> View back issues of the Municipal Leader>>>

	July 3, 2012 - Disaster Financial Assistance The Honourable Vic Toews, Minister of Public Safety, announced federal funding under the Disaster Financial Assistance Arrangements (DFAA) program for response and recovery costs incurred by the Province of Manitoba related to the 2011 spring flood. More Pictured L to R: Toews, the Honourable Steve Ashton, Manitoba’s Minister of Infrastructure and Transportation, and President Doug Dobrowolski.

	June 28, 2012 - June District Meeting recap The 2012 June District Meetings have concluded. In total, 71 resolutions were carried. Thank you to this year's hosts: The RM of McCreary and Village of McCreary, the RM of Harrison, the RM of Sifton, the Town of MacGregor and RM of North Norfolk, the RM of St. Andrews, the Town of Gillam, and the Town of Emerson. View list of resolutions debated View recap for each district meeting Pictured: Eastern District delegates take in the June District Meeting in the Town of Emerson on June 21, 2012.

	June 13, 2012 - AMM presents to Standing Committee on Bills 3, 5, 23 President Doug Dobrowolski recently made several presentations regarding proposed amendments to two Acts that affect municipalities. June 11, 2012 - Bill 23 presentation: The Local Government Statutes Amendment Act June 6, 2012 - Bill 3 presentation: The Highway Traffic Amendment Act (speed limits in school zones) June 6, 2012 - Bill 5 presentation: The Highway Traffic Amendment Act (inter city bus service) Pictured: President Doug Dobrowolski

	May 30, 2012 - AMM President addresses Winnipeg City Council President Doug Dobrowolski addressed Winnipeg City Council this morning in support of its motion to dedicate 2.5 cents of additional provincial gas tax to municipal infrastructure. View President Dobrowolski's presentation to council View media advisory Pictured: crumbling water and sewer lines are just one infrastructure deficiency municipalities deal with on a regular basis.

	April 30, 2012 - Western Canadian Municipalities seek more Investment in Infrastructure The provincial urban and rural municipal associations from Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba met last week in Regina to discuss issues of common interest. Of significance to all associations is the need for greater investment in municipal infrastructure by the federal and provincial governments. News Release

	April 23, 2012 - Phase 1 of Manitoba Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) program announced This morning, Product Care Association and the Province of Manitoba celebrated Earth Week in Manitoba at Winnipeg’s Panet Road RONA by announcing new province-wide Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) programs, MB LightRecycle and MB Paint Recycle. President Dobrowolski participated in the announcement. News Release President's remarks Pictured: L to R: the Honourable Gord Mackintosh, Minister of Conservation and Water Stewardship, President Dobrowolski, and Mark Kurschner, President, Product Care Association launching Phase 1 of the Manitoba Household Hazardous Waste Program.

	April 18, 2012 - Budget Disappoints Winnipeg Mayor Sam Katz and AMM President Doug Dobrowolski today expressed disappointment that the provincial budget has no long-term solution for infrastructure investment. News Release Members' Advisory Pictured: President Dobrowolski responds to media questions at the Manitoba Legislature immediately following yesterday's provincial budget drop.

	April 16, 2012 - MOS Recap The Municipal Officials Seminar and MTCML Tradeshow took place April 11-12, 2012 at the Keystone Centre in Brandon. Follow the links below to view the photos from the event or to download the presentations. Photo recap Presentations Pictured: Delegates pack into the CKLQ Hall for a one of the many breakout sessions during MOS2012.

	April 13, 2012 - AMM chooses "city of excellence" for annual award President Doug Dobrowolski presented the 8th Annual Municipal Excellence Award yesterday during the Municipal Officials Seminar at Brandon’s Keystone Centre. The City of Steinbach’s Class 1 Waste Disposal Ground is this year’s recipient. News release Municipal Excellence Award page Pictured: President Doug Dobrowolski presents the 2012 Municipal Excellence Award to Mayor Chris Goertzen, City of Steinbach.

	April 3, 2012 - AMM participates in water summit The Manitoba government is partnering with a variety of provincial stakeholders, including the AMM, to create a provincewide Surface Water Management Strategy. Today, the Manitoba Water Council is hosting a day-long summit with the stakeholders, and the AMM is providing input in a number of areas. more

	March 30, 2012 - AMM responds to federal budget The AMM is supportive of commitments to a long-term infrastructure plan, funds for community centres, and improved internet access, but disappointed in the federal government’s failure to deliver on housing in yesterday’s budget. more

	March 27, 2012 - Municipal Officials Seminar & MTCML Tradeshow - April 11 & 12, 2012 Join us for two days of policy and professional development sessions, the MTCML Tradeshow, and the presentation of the 8th Annual Municipal Excellence Award. Online registration has ended. You can still register on-site at the Municipal Officials Seminar, at the cost of $150 per registrant. more Register online now