Kathy Valentino was born and raised in Thompson. Kathy has 3 adult boys Justin (Eden), Jordan (Kenzie) and Jamie who all reside in Thompson. Kathy has worked in the financial industry for the past 29 years with income tax preparation as her main focus.

The Valentino’s have a huge love for hockey. Kathy believes sport brings people together in communities.

Kathy enjoys spending her time at the family remote cottage at Paint lake. Recreation is her passion and she can usually be found down at the TRCC volunteering for committees.

Kathy was first elected to the AMM Board as a Northern District Director in June 2019, and Vice-President in November 2022. She was elected President in November 2024.

Scott has proudly served as a councillor in the RM of Sifton since first being elected in 2010. A proven team player, he joined the AMM Board in 2022, was re-elected in 2023, and became Vice-President in November 2024.

Never one to shy away from responsibility, Scott has been actively involved from day one—long before joining AMM—advocating for rural EMS improvements, the ban on illegal night hunting and spotlighting, the reopening of MASC offices, increased veterinary clinic funding, flood mitigation, and tackling illegal drainage.

In addition to his municipal work, Scott owns and operates a ranch, serves on the U18 AAA Midget SW Cougars board, and supports countless community fundraisers. Whether it’s a call about healthcare or a culvert in need of repair, Scott is always ready to help, ensuring every concern is followed up on.

He also works as a project manager, overseeing projects of all sizes—a role he credits largely to his education at Assiniboine Community College and years of hands-on experience.

With over 30 years of experience in her family’s business, Angela brings a strong foundation in business management and community engagement to the AMM Board. First elected as Councillor for the Rural Municipality of Rosser in 2010, she is now in her 15th year of dedicated municipal service.

Angela currently serves as Chair of the Inland Port Special Planning Area and Chair of the Association of Rural Municipalities. She is also an active board member of South West Palliative Care, the Interlake Tourism Association, Stonewall and Area Mobility Services (SAMS), and several other community organizations. Her previous board roles with East Interlake Community Futures and the South Interlake Planning District have further strengthened her expertise in rural development and community planning.

Angela is currently enrolled in the CMMA program. Outside of her professional and volunteer commitments, she enjoys cooking, baking, and spending time with her family. She and her husband Mike have been married for over 30 years and are proud parents of three children and new grandparents, embracing this joyful new chapter in their lives.

Delmer was born and raised on a small farm in the RM of St. François Xavier. In 1974, he married Denise, and together they have two children and two grandchildren. Their children were also raised on the family farm and, as a close-knit family, both have chosen to remain in the RM of St. François Xavier and establish their own homes there.

Delmer was first elected as the Ward 4 Councillor in the 1980s and proudly served two terms. He then went on to build a 30-year career with the Manitoba Department of Justice, retiring in 2019 as a Unit Manager. Today, Delmer, Denise, and their family continue to operate a small cow-calf operation along with a U-pick Saskatoon business.

A strong community supporter, Delmer has stayed actively involved over the years, coaching hockey and baseball, and serving on various boards and clubs in multiple roles.

With the encouragement of his family, Delmer returned to municipal politics in 2014 and was elected once again as the Ward 4 Councillor. He was re-elected in 2018 and selected by his peers to serve as Deputy Reeve. In 2022, Delmer was acclaimed as Reeve of the RM of St. François Xavier.

Delmer remains deeply committed to his community and brings dedication, experience, and passion to his role on Council.

Rhonda grew up in Deloraine and has spent the last 26 years on a farm in Boissevain.  She is married and has two grown boys and a beautiful granddaughter.

In 2014 and 2018, Rhonda was elected to serve on the Council of the Municipality of Boissevain-Morton. Previously, Rhonda served on the local school board for 16 years. Rhonda also holds a political science degree from Brandon University and is committed to representing the Western District on the AMM Board of Directors.

Marc is currently serving his first term as a councillor for the Town of Virden. He has the honor of also serving the citizens of Virden as their Deputy Mayor.

Marc moved to Canada in 1990 after serving 13 years with the British army, completing tours in most theatres of operation during his service. He joined the Rivers Police Service in 1992 and in 1998 joined the Brandon Police Service. He served in the General Patrol section, Traffic, training and finished his career in the Organized Crime section. The highlight of his career was the 6 years he spent on secondment to the Assiniboine Community College as the first Public Safety instructor. He retired in January 2020.

Marc was also the Municipal Emergency Coordinator for the Westman emergency group, until recently and is currently on the board of the Westman emergency group. He has a passion for emergency management and enjoys spending time educating other councils in the area on this topic.

Marc is married to his best friend Shelley and has been for 41 years. They enjoy camping, travelling and hanging out with their grandchildren.

Marc also has a passion for municipal politics and is committed to seeing the place he calls home improve and grow.

Marc was elected to serve as Western District Director in June 2025.

Ray was acclaimed for a second term as Mayor for the Town of Beausejour, in which he currently serves.

Married 24 years with two children, Ray is a self-starter and self-made, getting into business at the young age of 18 while taking Business Administration and Accounting at Red River Community College.  Ray’s business involvement is varied between retail, manufacturing, development, and running a seasonal campground.

Ray is a committed volunteer who serves on numerous committees, devoting time to the community and the Eastern Region. He has a passion for the good of the community, positive growth and accountability.

Louis Fitzpatrick has lived in Thompson, Manitoba for 48 years, having moved from Marystown, Newfoundland as a teenager. Louis is no stranger to leadership. He retired from Inco/Vale after 30 years, with the last 15 as a supervisor.

Elected as a City of Thompson Councillor in October of 2022, Louis is highly engaged and dedicated to supporting the Mayor and Council in advancing their strategic priorities. He also serves as one of the Northern Representatives for the Association of Manitoba Municipalities since 2022, recently being re-elected for his third year. In 2024, he was appointed Deputy Mayor and has been re-appointed for the last year of council’s term.

Lance was born and raised in Swan River and earned a certificate in Human Resource Management from Assiniboine Community College. He and his wife, Coralie, own and operate The Brick franchise in Swan River. A dedicated community volunteer, Lance has held leadership roles — including secretary-treasurer, vice-president, and president — on various committees. His involvement includes the Swan River Community Centre Board, the Chamber of Commerce, the Swan River Men’s Curling Club Executive, and other community initiatives. He has always been eager to serve where needed.

Lance was first elected to the Town of Swan River Council in 2010, became Deputy Mayor in 2014, and was elected Mayor in 2018, continuing in that role following his 2022 re-election. He takes pride in helping shape his community and values the diverse perspectives of those he serves alongside, many of whom have become lifelong friends. Outside of public service, Lance enjoys golfing, fishing, time at the lake, traveling with his family, relaxing in the backyard with Coralie, and exploring family genealogy. Lance and Coralie are proud parents to two children, Emma and Kael.

Lance’s dedication to municipal leadership was further recognized when he was elected to the AMM Board of Directors in 2022 and re-elected in 2023 as Parkland District Director.

Merv is serving his second term as Mayor of Yellowhead Municipality and is celebrating 36 years on Council. Having rented his farm, and retired from his off the farm job, Merv and his wife Cathy still reside on their farm west of Shoal Lake.

Over the years, Merv has been on most municipal committees and boards, and his still chairman on many of them. He is past-president of the TransCanada Yellowhead Highway Association, currently Vice-President of the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame, Director on the Upper Assiniboine Conservation District, and a member of the Yellowhead Restorative Justice Committee. He has been chairman of the Shoal Lake and District Vet Board for 28 years, and is very familiar with the operations of the Provincial Veterinary Services Districts.

Merv was elected to the AMM Board of Directors in 2015.

Jeff was elected to Winnipeg City Council in 2006 and re-elected in 2010 and again in 2014 in the ward of North Kildonan. He serves as the Chair of the Standing Policy Committee on Property & Development. He has a keen interest in urban planning and development issues that dates back to playing SimCity on a 9” black and white Macintosh computer in the early 1990’s.

Prior to his election Jeff worked as a real estate appraiser in his family’s business and was working towards full accreditation in the AACI program. He is a graduate of the Asper School of Business and is involved in many groups including the Red River Basin Commission, The Partnership of the Manitoba Capital Region and the Winnipeg Housing Rehabilitation Corporation.

Jeff was appointed to the AMM Board of Directors in November 2013.