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The current mayor of Blackfalds, Jamie Hoover, has officially announced his intention to seek re-election in the upcoming municipal election on October 20.
In addition to running for a second term as mayor, Hoover will also be seeking a seat as a school trustee for Wolf Creek Public Schools.
First elected to Blackfalds town council in 2017 and serving as mayor since 2021, Hoover has been a vocal advocate for regional collaboration, infrastructure investment, and family-focused growth throughout Central Alberta.
He has served on the Town’s Economic Development board and multiple other committees, while also representing Blackfalds in a number of regional partnerships, including water and wastewater commissions, economic development alliances, and school planning initiatives.
“I’m incredibly proud of what we’ve accomplished together in Blackfalds over the past few years,” said Hoover in a statement. “From recreation expansions and infrastructure improvements to stronger regional partnerships, I’ve worked hard to serve our residents and support the growing needs of our youth and families.”
“But there’s still more work to do. In a time when many mayors across the region are stepping away, I feel a strong sense of responsibility to continue the steady, collaborative leadership we’ve built. I care deeply about this community, its future, its people, and especially its young families, and I look forward to continuing that work both as Mayor and on the Wolf Creek School Board.”
With several mayoral vacancies expected across Central Alberta this fall, Hoover said continued leadership and regional collaboration will be more important than ever.
His campaign will focus on responsible growth, quality of life, community connectivity, and supporting strong schools that foster lifelong success for students.
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