The Family and Community Support Services (FCSS) Committee was originally established on December 2, 2024. On July 7, 2025, Council adopted FCSS Committee Amending Bylaw #23.25 which transitioned the committee from a primarily administrative body composed of Council members to an advisory committee, including members at large representing local social services agencies. Consolidated FCSS Committee Bylaw #34.24 contains all amendments and outlines the terms of reference for the FCSS Committee.

The purpose of this committee is to:

• offer advice and recommendations regarding the oversight and monitoring of all programs funded through the FCSS program;
• review grant applications and provide recommendations to Council on the disbursement of grant funds through the FCSS program by prioritizing community needs;
• provide recommendation on the allocation of all FCSS funding, within the constraints of the approved FCSS budget;
• recommend policies for the administration of the FCSS program; and
• present an annual report and recommended budget to Council, in conjunction with Town of Drumheller Administration.

The Committee consists of both Council Members and Members at Large which represent social services agencies.

If you are interested in serving on this volunteer Committee, please complete the Board and Committee Application form and attach it as a cover letter in your application. including information about a social services agency you represent. You can also deliver the application form in person, marked "Attention: Legislative Services," to Town Hall at 224 Centre Street, Drumheller.

Application deadline: 4:30 p.m. on September 12, 2025.