Administration & City Manager

Administration for the City of Wetaskiwin is responsible for planning, organizing, directing, and coordinating all municipal activities. The City Manager leads the organization in ensuring a coordinated and efficient effort to meet the goals and objectives established by City Council. For all general inquiries, please phone 780.361.4400 or email administration@wetaskiwin.ca.

Pursuant to the Municipal Government Act, the City Manager is responsible for exercising general control and management over the entire municipality, providing oversight and recommendations to Council and Committee of Council, and ensuring the policy directions of Council are implemented. Council and the City Manager’s Office liaise with municipal, regional, provincial, and federal government officials, as well as organizations, businesses, residents, and community groups, to formulate policies and to represent our community position.

Administration's key responsibilities are: 

• Planning, developing, and implementing policies, rules, regulations, and procedures. Administration establishes and issues the administrative frameworks necessary to ensure the effective operation of all departments.
• Preparing and submitting the annual budget to City Council, incorporating input from department managers, and keeping Council informed of the City’s financial condition while recommending actions as appropriate.
• Overseeing all operations to ensure compliance with applicable laws, regulations, policies, and ordinances.