Ken Moesker
Candidate for Rocky Mountain House Town Council

Why have you decided to run as a councillor for the Town of Rocky Mountain House? 
I believe our province is on the cusp of significant economic prosperity after nearly a decade of stagnation. I want to ensure that Rocky prospers right along with it. I’ve always said that Rocky Mountain House is one of Alberta’s best-kept secrets; that needs to change. I believe we can develop and execute a sustainable plan of progress for our town while continuing to honour the past.

What are your priorities for the town’s budget, taxation and policy?
If I had to pick one department that would have my attention, it would be operations and engineering. This is the “nuts and bolts” of municipal services, and it’s filled with the unsung heroes who keep our town liveable. If we’re not doing this right, nothing else matters. A close second would be planning and community development.

For intermunicipal relations, what is working well and what could use work? 
Rocky Mountain House is blessed to be situated in the beautiful and expansive Clearwater County. It’s in everyone’s best interest to grow and maintain productive and cordial relationships with our municipal partners, and any other municipality seeking to foster a strategic relationship. Let’s remember, they are our friends and neighbours.

What do you believe the town is doing well and what could be improved? 
I’ll preface my comments by saying that I think Rocky is a great town to live and work in. Is it perfect? Of course not. Is there room for improvement? Absolutely. The town is doing an amazing job at fiscal responsibility. They’ve been able to hold the line on taxes for a number of years by finding efficiencies and increasing productivity. These are things that government is not normally very good at, so it’s something I’m grateful for.
What could be improved? Waste management. I think we all remember the “good ‘ol days” when we threw everything in the black bag, and it magically disappeared on garbage day, never to be thought about again. Well, those days are gone, and the town and its residents are adapting to the new realities of waste management. Like any significant change, it hasn’t been without its hiccups and speed bumps. But we are adapting, and I think it’s important that we be patient as council, management, and our service providers continue to work out the details.

Where can voters find more information about you and your platform?
I can be reached at: kmoesker@gmail.com. Facebook: Ken Moesker for Town Council.