Proclamation for Local Government Week 2025

Whereas the municipal level of government performs functions that significantly impact the day-to-day life of citizens throughout the world; and

Whereas the Association of Municipal Managers, Clerks and Treasurers of Ontario (AMCTO), the Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing and the Association of Municipalities of Ontario (AMO) acknowledge and celebrate the significant role that municipal governments play in helping to define the character, priorities, physical make up and quality of life of communities across Ontario; and

Whereas the 3^rd full week in October in each year is celebrated as Local Government Week across the Province of Ontario; and

Whereas AMCTO has noted this year, Local Government Week is taking place from October 19^th to 25^th, 2025, with the goal of increasing public and youth awareness and understanding of the amazing opportunities that exist within the sector, the importance of local government, how to get involved, and why we love what we do; and

Whereas the Clerk’s Office and the Public Works Department will be welcoming all schools in the Town of Arnprior to participate in a “Paint the Plows” Initiative to educate and raise awareness about the role that local government plays in people’s everyday lives, including winter operations, and to allow students the chance to contribute to their community.