3 To 4 And So Under

Rory J. Koopmans, B. Admin., #203, 8912-156 Street, Edmonton, Alberta T5R 5Z2

March Xth, MMX

Hon. David G. Hancock, QC, MLA, Minister of Education, Progressive Conservative, Edmonton-Whitemud

Dear David:

As we discussed in our meeting last Friday, you agreed with me that the School term of office IV Trustees as well as City Councillors, Mayors & Reeves should be extended from 3 to 4 years. Again David as I pointed out to you, in the US House of Representatives, they serve 2 year terms. One year campaigning, then 6 months trying to put in legislation, then the last 6 months running for reelection.

It is my contention the Municipal Act needs to be changed as the Trustee candidates spend one year running for their job. Then one year trying to decide what schools to close & ten the last year slugging it out for a new term. David, if a Trustee or anyone like you or me runs for office, the term should be for IV years. After all David, it takes IV years II earn a Bachelor of Education Degree in this Province. Why should it take IV years when it only II year term limits are allowed to fulfill the office allotted?

This would save millions in administrative costs David. So why not get Ed & the Municipal Affairs Minister on it. Especially apprepro in this time of economic austerity.

197 Credits Only Three More To Go David & I Hit The Deuce,

Rory

Source: The Alberta Municipal Act.