The Assessment Review Boards are quasi-judicial boards that are established to hear appeals regarding assessment notices and tax notices (other than property tax) and make decisions on these appeals in accordance with the provisions of the Municipal Government Act.
Responsibilities:
• Attending hearings, draft boards written orders.
• Potentially act as a Presiding Officer at hearings. The Presiding Officer directs the hearing, ensures proper processes and administrative law are followed, and facilitates the process for board members to reach decisions.
• Reviewing, analyzing and weighing written and oral evidence submitted by the parties.
Additional Qualifications:
• Working knowledge of administrative tribunals
• Analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong sense of fairness
• The ability to commit to the required time
• Strong verbal communication skills
• An understanding of accounting/financial/economic principles
• An understanding of the assessment process, including market value and business or real estate valuation
• Administrative and municipal law experience in the public and private sectors
Collection of Demographic Information: Demographic information is collected through the application process as Committees Bylaw No. 17/024 considers representation of equity-deserving groups for some boards and committees. By collecting this information, demographic information will enhance the recruitment and selection process to reduce barriers for equity-deserving groups.
Collection of Personal Information: The personal information you provide when applying for this board/committee is being collected under the authority of Section 33 (c) of the Alberta Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. The personal information is used to determine your suitability for the board/committee and, if you're appointed, this information will be kept on file in the Legislative Services office during your term of appointment. If you have any questions about the collection and use of your personal information contact the Legislative Officer, 7th Floor Jubilee Centre, 9909 Franklin Ave T9H 2K4, or call 780-743-7001.
Term Limit: Two-year terms, limited to three consecutive terms, then one-year break.
Board Information
Hearings can take place at any time throughout the year, but the majority are typically held during the months following the mailing of annual assessments (August-November). Hearings are currently held in the evenings and weekends on an as-needed basis.
Bylaw No. 18/017, Municipal Government Act, Matters Relating to Assessment Complaints Regulation
Sonia Soutter, Manager, Senior Legislative Officer
| Name | Position | Term Start | Term End | Status | Appointed By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cleaver, Dean | Member | 01 Jan 2024 | 31 Dec 2025 | Active | |
| Gogo, Joshua | Member | 01 Jan 2023 | 31 Dec 2024 | Expiring | |
| Green, Andrew | Member | 01 Jan 2024 | 31 Dec 2025 | Active | |
| Mahgoub, Nayef | Member | 01 Jan 2023 | 31 Dec 2024 | Expiring | |
| Nash, Christopher | Member | 01 Jan 2024 | 31 Dec 2025 | Active | |
| Schaffer, Sean | Member | 01 Jan 2023 | 31 Dec 2024 | Expiring |
