Athabasca County operates and maintains campgrounds, day use sites, boat launches, and municipal reserves for residents and visitors to enjoy throughout the year.
Infrastructure Services is responsible for the planning, coordination, operation, construction, maintenance and upgrades of Athabasca County's roadways, bridges, vehicle & equipment fleet, water & sewer systems and cemeteries.
Planning Services manages and guides development in Athabasca County. Development Services administers a variety of land development, building, and building trades regulations.
Athabasca County Council was elected on October 18, 2010 for a three-year term. The County consists of nine Electoral Divisions represented by one Councillor in each. The Reeve is elected at an annual organizational meeting by the nine Council members.