| Title | Description |
| Artificial Intelligence Policy CO-060 | Ensures that Artificial Intelligence as a tool reflects the City’s commitment to trust, integrity, and resourcefulness while fostering innovative and efficient service delivery. |
| Authority of the Mayor Policy CO-005 | General criteria regarding proclamations, the issuing of letters on behalf of the City of Wetaskiwin and recognizing citizens and events in a professional and consistent manner. |
| Citizen Satisfaction Survey Policy CO-053 | Provide a baseline for municipalities to use in tracking shifts in citizen satisfaction and priorities over time. |
| Corporate Identity Policy CO-038 | Provide guidelines for the use and design of the unique identifiers that comprise the brand identity. |
| Council Electronic Device Policy CO-004 | Guide the acquisition, use, disposal, and replacement of electronic equipment required by Council members specifically for Council meetings. |
| Council Recognition Policy CO-003 | Recognition for outgoing Council Members for their contribution to the community. |
| Council Remuneration and Expense Policy CO-002 | Provide guidelines for establishing remuneration for the Council Members. |
| Display of Flags Policy CO-009 | To accommodate requests from community groups to display flags on designated flagpoles, based on clear criteria. |
| Handling Anonymous, Frivolous, and or Vexatious Complaints and Inquiries Policy CO-007 | Provides guidance when handling Anonymous, Frivolous and/or Vexatious complaints. |
| Proclamation Policy CO-021 | The purpose of this policy is to provide general criteria for the issuing of Proclamations. |
| Public Participation Policy CO-008 | Involving community members in local government and the decision-making process whenever appropriate. |
| Policy Standards Policy CO-006 | Establishes policies which are clear and concise and are consistent with the organization’s core values and all governing legislation. |
| Safety Codes Policy CO-026 | The collection of Safety Codes fees arising from the City’s responsibilities as an accredited municipality. |
| Sponsorship & Advertising Policy CO-011 | Ensures all sponsorships and advertising are consistent with the City of Wetaskiwin’s vision, mission and values. |
| Video Surveillance Policy PS-009 | Guides administration on the lawful and justifiable use of surveillance cameras and incorporate privacy protections into their operation. |
| Whistleblower Policy CO-050 | Process for submitting and investigating whistleblowing allegations against members of administration. |
Policies
City policies set discretionary duties or standards of performance for the City of Wetaskiwin. These policies mandate various functions and services of the City and, where necessary, establish the procedure by which the functions are performed.
For more information, or questions regarding City of Wetaskiwin policies and procedures, please contact Legislative Services at legislative@wetaskiwin.ca.
Community & Protective Services
| Title | Description |
| Community Grant Policy CO-019 | Establishes qualifications for Aid, the application process, and the reporting process. |
| Public Code of Conduct CO-059 | Expectations of the public, in alignment with the City of Wetaskiwin’s Code of Conduct and Customer Service Standards contributing to a safe and healthy workplace and community. |
| Special Events Policy CO-036 | How the City may support special events hosted by third parties on City property. |
| Use of Force Policy CO-049 | Guidelines for the escalation and de-escalation of force, establishes procedures for reporting the use of force, and creates training guidelines for the future. |
| Volunteer Management Policy CO-058 | The recruitment, training and use and recognition of volunteers in a safe and meaningful manner. |
| Title | Description |
| Development Agreement Signing Authority Policy CO-032 | Implement standard practices and guidelines regarding entering into development agreements. |
| Encroachment Policy CO-054 | Provide a consistent approach for evaluating and authorizing applications for Encroachments involving Municipal Lands. |
| Land Transition Policy CO-051 | Guiding principles, processes, and accountabilities related to all land transactions for the City of Wetaskiwin. |
| Local Improvements Policy CO-035 | Establish a framework for the implementation of local improvement taxes |
| Naming Policy CO-052 | Commemorate noteworthy persons, groups, or ideas to promote a distinctive and unique identity and meaningful sense of place that is based on the City’s local history, culture, and heritage. |
| Residential Development Incentive Policy CO-057 | Stimulate residential development within the City of Wetaskiwin, promote population growth, and enhance economic vitality. |
| Subdivision and Development Agreement Authority Policy CO-025 | Uniform subdivision and development agreements with standard practices. |
| Urban Forest Sustainability Policy CO-020 | Establish a framework for the consistent protection, management, and sustainability of the City’s Urban Forest for future generations. |
| Title | Description |
| Budget Accountability Policy CO-012 | The City of Wetaskiwin shall provide guidelines for flexible budgets to ensure management have the authority to change priorities and be accountable for spending. |
| Cash in Lieu of Parking Policy CO-031 | The requirements for parking throughout the community. |
| City-owned Building Lease Policy CO-010 | To establish guiding principles, standards and guidelines related to the lease terms and rates of City owned buildings with Not-for-Profit and For-Profit entities. |
| Contributions for City Promotion Policy CO-037 | Contribute funding for advertising or promotion of the City, in accordance with the provisions of this policy. |
| Donations Policy CO-055 | Ensure fair and transparent treatment of donations received or disbursed by the City, and to maintain compliance with all relevant rules, regulations, and legislation. |
| Long-Term Debt Policy CO-064 | Provide a clear, disciplined framework for managing borrowed funds. |
| Reserve Policy CO-013 | City Council shall establish reserve accounts and approve transfers through the budget process. |
| Tangible Capital Assets Policy CO-014 | Public Accounting Standards Board Guideline Section PS3150 Tangible Capital Assets Compliance. |
| Procurement Policy CO-016 | Regulates the purchasing process which must be followed by the City of Wetaskiwin in procuring goods and services. |
Operational Services & Infrastructure
| Title | Description |
| Asset Management Policy CO-023 | Set guidelines for consistent asset management practices to be used corporate-wide to ensure City infrastructure is sustained in an efficient and predicable manner. |
| Disposal of Surplus Property Policy CO-024 | The City of Wetaskiwin obtains surplus property through a variety of methods, and this policy provides the guidelines for its disposal. |
| Fire Apparatus Replacement Policy CO-062 | To establish a formal, standardized framework for lifecycle management and replacement of Fire Services emergency vehicles and apparatus. |
| Fleet Management Equipment Pool Policy CO-022 | Maintains a safe, reliable, and cost-effective fleet, the City will manage its equipment through standardized practices for procurement, maintenance, lifecycle replacement, sustainable funding, and performance monitoring. |
| Snow and Ice Control Policy CO-056 | To establish the service levels provided to the municipality with respect to Snow and Ice Control. |