The annual organizational meeting of Rocky View County Council was conducted to elect a mayor and deputy mayor as well as fill vacancies on a number of boards and committees.

Councilors Crystal Kissel of Division 3 and Sunny Samra of Division 6 was elected as mayor and deputy mayor. Councillor Kissel, who previously held the position of Deputy Mayor, is serving her first term as mayor. Councillor Samra is serving her first term as deputy mayor at the same time.

The mayor is in charge of the council and presides over council meetings. Council members choose the Mayor and Deputy Mayor for one-year terms under the County's system.

Additionally, council appointed representatives from the public and council to a number of boards and committees. Prior to Tuesday's vote, Council evaluated resumes and applications for a number of the open positions that were previously posted. The list of appointees who were confirmed during the meeting can be found HERE.

These appointments range from one to four years.

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