Local Government Week

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 3rd 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
18th to 24th, 2026, 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 this year Local Government Week falls during the 2026 Municipal Election,
highlighting a crucial component of the local government process; and

Whereas the Town of Arnprior encourages all residents to participate in the 2026 Municipal
Election happening October 16th to 26th, 2026; and

Whereas the Clerk’s Office and the Public Works Department will be welcoming all schools in
the Town of Arnprior to participate in the “Paint the Plows” Initiative, for the second year, 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.

Now Therefore I, Lisa McGee, Mayor, do hereby proclaim October October 18th to 24th,
2026, as Local Government Week in the Town of Arnprior and encourage all residents to
learn more about municipal government and how they can get involved.