Committees
Advisory Committees support staff and Council by providing current knowledge, critical thinking, and feedback to help the City understand community issues and make informed decisions.
Advisory Committee By-law
The City's Advisory Committee By-law was established to provide a consistent approach for the operation of our Advisory Committees and Boards. Council passed the By-law on December 12, 2022.
Boards and Committees
The City of Peterborough has several boards and committees that provide input and guidance on the provision of municipal services and programs for our community. Below you'll find brief descriptions of these legislated and advisory committees of Council as well as links to their connected areas in our website. You can see the schedules and agendas of these meetings on our Agendas and Minutes page.
Peterborough Public Library Board |
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Established under the Public Libraries Act, the Board governs Peterborough Public Library, creates policy and ensures financial accountability. Through an understanding of the community and a strong relationship with City Council, the Board advocates for the Library as a whole and ensures that it has clear goals and objectives for meeting community needs. The Board consists of the following members:
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Accessibility Advisory Committee |
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The Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) advises and assists Council and staff in promoting and facilitating accessible City goods, services and facilities. This is achieved through the review of municipal policies, programs and services and the identification, removal and prevention of barriers faced by people with disabilities. The Committee also oversees the utilization of the City's Access Fund through a formal application and reporting process. The Committee is a requirement of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. The Committee is made up of the following members:
The AAC has established one sub-committee to deal specifically with matters pertaining to the Built Environment.
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Committee of Adjustment |
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The Committee of Adjustment makes decisions on whether to permit a minor variance application. For the Committee to approve a minor variance application it must:
City Council appoints the five members of the Committee in accordance with the Planning Act. The Committee meets monthly. Prior to each meeting, a notice of request is sent out to neighbouring property owners and commenting bodies. A Planner prepares a staff report and recommendations for the Committee. The report outlines municipal policies and input received in response to a Notice of Hearing. |
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Peterborough Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee |
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Appointed by Council under the terms of the Ontario Heritage Act, the Peterborough Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee provides recommendations for the conservation of heritage buildings, sites and resources. The Committee advises City Council on the protection of the City's built, natural and cultural heritage. The Committee consists of the following members:
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Arts and Culture Advisory Committee |
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The Arts, Culture and Heritage Advisory Committee was created to monitor and guide the implementation of the Municipal Cultural Plan and to advise Council and City departments on arts, cultural and heritage matters related to broader planning and capital project initiatives. The following have been appointed to the Committee:
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Arenas, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee |
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The Arenas, Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee was established to advise and support the Arenas, Public Works and Recreation Divisions on matters relating to arenas, parks, urban forestry, horticulture, open spaces, recreational use of trails, and recreational facilities, programs and services. The Committee consists of the following members:
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Peterborough Regional Liaison Committee |
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The Peterborough Regional Liaison Committee (formerly the Joint Services Steering Committee) is made up of three County Councillors and three City Councillors. The responsibilities of this Committee are reviewing and approval of draft budgets and annual work plans, which are then forwarded to the Councils of the County and City for final approval for service delivery management for Provincial Offences, Ontario Works, Child Care and Social Housing and Paramedic Services.
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Museum and Archives Advisory Committee |
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The Museum and Archives Advisory Committee was established to advise Council and the Arts, Culture and Heritage Division in respect of the management and regulation of the Peterborough Museum & Archives. The following are members of the Committee:
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Age-Friendly Peterborough Committee |
The Age-friendly Peterborough Advisory Committee was created in June 2017 for two primary purposes:
Age-friendly Peterborough Advisory Committee advises City Council and County Council (through the Joint Services Steering Committee), Curve Lake First Nation Council (through their Health and Family Services Committee), and Hiawatha First Nation Council. Age-friendly Peterborough Advisory Committee is supported by four working groups which are comprised of local organizations, staff, and local volunteers. The structure below collectively represents Age-friendly Peterborough.
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Airport Strategic Initiatives Committee |
The Airport Strategic Initiatives Committee was established in 2021 to provide advice to staff and Council on Airport strategic initiatives. The following are members of the Committee:
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