Legislative Services

The primary function of the Town of Nanton legislative services is to support the legislative process and ensure that it operates smoothly and efficiently. Here are some of the key responsibilities and functions of legislative services:

Administrative Support: 

Legislative services staff provide administrative support to elected officials, committees, and boards. This includes organizing meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and managing official records and documents.

Legislative Research: 

Legislative services staff conduct research on various issues and topics to support elected officials in their decision-making process. This may involve gathering information, analyzing data, and preparing reports on relevant legislative matters.

Drafting Bylaw Legislation: 

Legislative services staff assist in drafting new laws, ordinances, resolutions, and other legislative documents. They work closely with elected officials, legal experts, and other stakeholders to ensure that proposed legislation is legally sound and effectively addresses the intended policy goals.

Legal Review: 

Legislative services often provide legal review and analysis of proposed legislation to ensure compliance with existing laws, regulations, and constitutional requirements. This may involve consulting with legal counsel and other experts to assess the potential impact of proposed measures.

Public Outreach and Engagement: 

Legislative services may facilitate public outreach and engagement efforts to solicit feedback from community members on proposed legislation. This can include organizing public hearings, town hall meetings, and other forums for community input.

Interagency Coordination: 

Legislative services staff may coordinate with other government agencies, departments, and external organizations to facilitate collaboration on legislative matters. This can involve sharing information, coordinating initiatives, and resolving interagency issues.

Records Management: 

Legislative services are often responsible for maintaining official records and archives related to the legislative process. This includes managing documents, correspondence, meeting minutes, and other records in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.