Council
County
Flagstaff County Council is comprised of a representative from each of the County’s five divisions. The Reeve and Deputy Reeve are elected by the members of Council annually at the fall Organizational Meeting. As governed by the Municipal Government Act, a municipal election is held every four years. Drawing upon their unique experiences and diverse backgrounds, Flagstaff County Council members work together as a unit to provide the direction and outcomes that will best serve the interests of the municipality as a whole.
Murray Hampshire was born in Killam and raised on a farm near both Killam and Sedgewick.
After high school, Murray obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Zoology from the University of Alberta, and pursued a career in research and applied biology throughout Alberta, including Brooks, Hanna, Camrose, and Grande Prairie.
After 30 years in numerous roles (biologist, landman, manager, fundraising), he retired from Ducks Unlimited Canada in 2012. Returning home, Murray worked for 13 years as the executive director for Flagstaff Waste before retiring in May 2025.
Murray is concerned about our local aging oil and gas infrastructure and the impact of declining tax revenue from that industry. He is passionate about promoting Flagstaff County as a great location for major business, as well as promoting the growth of rural populations to ensure continuity of medical, education, retail and commercial services within our communities.
He has volunteered for charities and community events wherever he has called home.
Outside of Council, Murray enjoys birding, fishing, hunting, hiking, camping, and working on his 100-acre wildlife habitat on his farm.
Murray and Marta have been married for 41 years and have three grown children and four grandsons.
Leslie Heck was born and raised in the Flagstaff Region and is a lifetime resident.
She has 26 years of local government experience working at both Flagstaff County and Camrose County. She recently retired from the Camrose County Planning and Development Department and is looking forward to serving the residents of Flagstaff County as Division 5 Councillor and Deputy Reeve.
Leslie is passionate about promoting our local communities and attracting new residents and industry to the region in order to remain viable in the future. In addition to this, she would like to address the growing need for social supports in our communities.
She and her husband Dale enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren in the mountains or camping in sunny Alberta.
Amy Jackson was born, raised, and has proudly called Flagstaff County home her entire life.
She works as an Administrative Assistant at Central High Sedgewick Public School.
Previously, Amy worked as an Assistant Assessor for Flagstaff County, gaining valuable experience in assessment, taxation, and municipal operations.
She is passionate about rural growth, supporting local organizations, and enhancing rural services.
Outside of Council, Amy enjoys spending time with her family and cheering on her kids at their sporting events.
Alexis Ponto was born in Saskatchewan and raised primarily in Calgary. She pursued post-secondary education at the University of Alberta and Northern Alberta Institute of Technology, where she met her husband, a Flagstaff County local. After living in Edmonton for a short time, they returned to east-central Alberta to take over his family’s farm. Alexis has proudly called the Forestburg/Galahad area home for the past 13 years.
Since 2009, Alexis has worked as a Medical Laboratory Technologist with Alberta Precision Laboratories. She began her career in Edmonton at the Northern Alberta Provincial Laboratory before relocating to rural Alberta. She has since worked at St. Mary’s Hospital, as well as the hospitals in Stettler and Daysland. Her experience in both urban and rural healthcare settings has provided her with a strong understanding of the unique challenges facing rural communities, along with practical experience in collaboration, adapting to change, and working within evolving technologies.
Alexis is passionate about advancing rural economic development and creating opportunities that support families, agriculture, and local businesses. She is deeply committed to strengthening rural communities and helping build attractive, vibrant communities for families across Flagstaff County.
Outside of her professional career, Alexis has been a long-time community volunteer and active supporter of local organizations connected to her children’s activities. She currently serves as a director for the Forestburg Dance Society and has coached youth baseball in Forestburg, Daysland, and Camrose for the past six years. Alexis enjoys staying active through sports, supporting her children’s activities, and spending time with her family camping during the summer months.
Lori Lindseth is a lifelong resident of the Strome area, having returned to her roots in 2012 to establish a farm with her daughter near her family’s homestead.
With a strong commitment to her community, Lori has served on many local boards, including the Daysland Business Association, the Daysland Theatre, the Daysland Agricultural Society and the Strome Museum.
Professionally, she works in the agricultural industry with a specialized focus on animal welfare and livestock nutrition.
In her personal time, Lori is an active volunteer at many rodeos and local events. She also enjoys riding horses and camping with family and friends.
