In just under one week, nominations will be accepted for municipal and county elections across Alberta.
The Drumheller Mail spoke with incumbent members of the Kneehill County Council to learn who will be running again. 
Reeve Bob Long intends to see several projects through before he hangs up his hat.
“We have some doctor and clinic issues, we have some partnership development between the municipalities and ourselves, we have a new CAO, we’re looking at long-term road plans, and looking at finances to take us into the future,” said Long.
Division 1 Councillor Brian Holsworth will run again.
“I have really enjoyed being on council and contributing to Kneehill County and area. I want to work on regional cooperation and partnerships,” said Holsworth.
Other members of the current council were undecided as of press time.
“I haven’t decided yet,” “The biggest (factor) is the four year term. I’ve been on council for six already,” said Division 4 Councillor Glen Keiver.
Division 7 Councillor Bobby Painter is leaning towards running again to finish some of the County’s ongoing projects.
“The County is working on collaboration with municipalities and I’d like to see that come to fruition,” said Painter. “I think we’ve done a pretty good job over the past six years and if we can continue for another four, it would be great.”
Twelve year council veteran Carol Calhoun, Division 2 Councillor, has decided it is time to step aside.
“I’ve been there for 12 years, so I’m going to focus on my personal life and I think it’s time for someone else,” said Calhoun. “I’ve enjoyed it and met a lot of good people.”
Calhoun had some advice for her successor.
“Keep your vision and remember the people who put you there,” said Calhoun.
Councillors Jerry Wittstock (Division 3) and Ken Hoppins (Division 6) could not be reached for comment.
Nomination day for the upcoming election is September 23. Completed nomination forms and $100 deposit must be filed at the Kneehill County Office between 10 a.m. and noon.
