The Sports Field User Committee (SFUC) is an advisory committee composed of up to two representatives from each of the major sporting and recreational activities as well as new, emerging groups requiring sports field facilities. SFUC members work closely with City representatives to ensure the equitable distribution of time and resolve issues related to sports field use and planning.
About the Sports Field User Committee
The SFUC is dedicated to managing the allocation of sports fields and planning for future requirements. This is achieved by considering the needs of Edmonton's citizens and the available resources from both the City of Edmonton and its partners.
The committee serves in an advisory capacity on processes and strategies for the sports field users to advance a fair and equitable allocation system. The SFUC provides objective advice and recommendations from a citizen perspective, while also assisting City administration with conflicts or inquiries between sports field user groups.
The key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
- To ensure that the allocation of sport field time by the City is within the terms of the fair and equitable model for allocation
- To conduct a complete review at the end of each yearly allocation cycle
- To identify issues, offer advice and/or develop strategies related to the provision of sports fields to Edmonton residents
The committee is composed of the following members:
- Chair and Vice Chair
- One representative each from Baseball, Cricket, Fastpitch/Softball, Football, Rugby, Slo-Pitch, Soccer, Track and Field, and Ultimate Frisbee
- Representatives from the School Boards, Edmonton Federation of Community Leagues, and Metro Athletics
- Non-voting representatives from City administration
Members of the SFUC are elected to sport representative positions for three-year terms at the annual general meeting. Nominations, or appointments if no new nominations are received, are based on experience, expertise, interest, engagement, availability for meetings, and a strong commitment to the terms of reference.
The Chair and Vice-Chair are elected by the committee members and also serve three-year terms. SFUC members may designate one alternate representative to attend meetings in their absence.