Alf Rudd has announced his resignation from Taber town council to accept a new job with the Taber Police Service, June 27, 2023. (Photo: Town of Taber)

By David Opinko

Taber councillor resigns to accept new job

Jun 27, 2023 | 11:11 AM

TABER, AB – A member of Taber town council is stepping down.

Alf Rudd announced his resignation from council at the regular meeting on June 26, 2023, which is effective immediately.

He said he has accepted a new job with the Taber Police Service (TPS) as the new Victim Services Manager.

“I am profoundly grateful to the residents of Taber for allowing me the privilege of serving as one of their elected representatives since 2021,” said Rudd. “The decision to resign has weighed heavily on me, but my unwavering dedication to advocating for victims of crime fuels my belief that I can continue to serve the community while providing an opportunity for someone else to step into the role I am leaving behind on Council.”

Section 174 of the Municipal Government Act states that “a councillor is disqualified from council if the councillor becomes an employee of the municipality.” Since the TPS is operated by the Town of Taber, Rudd is not able to be on council and be a member of the local police force at the same time.

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Mayor Andrew Prokop extended his sincere appreciation on behalf of council to Rudd for his dedicated service to Taber.

“We are grateful for his contributions and commitment to our community. We know Councillor Rudd’s decision to resign was a difficult one, and we respect and support him during this time,” said Prokop. “On behalf of the Town Council, I extend our heartfelt thanks and wish him all the best as he continues to serve the people of Taber, this time as a municipal employee.”

With Rudd removed from council, a by-election will need to be held within the next 120 days to fill his seat.

The exact details on the by-election will be announced once they are available. Anyone who is interested in running can visit the Town of Taber election website.

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