City of Peterborough Seeking Residents to Join Advisory Committees

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Peterborough, ON – Get involved in local government and join a board or committee with the City of Peterborough.

The City is hosting a drop-in information session from 12:30 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at City Hall, 500 Geroge St. N. on Monday, February 10, 2025 for anyone wishing to learn more about joining an advisory committee.

The session takes place in the Doris Room. An option to attend virtually is available. Residents wishing to do so can contact the City by emailing clerks@peterborough.ca or calling 705-742-7777 x1820.

Seats are available on a variety of City committees. These are volunteer positions. Terms run until November 2026.

Available seats include:

  • Accessibility Advisory Committee
  • Arenas Parks and Recreation advisory Committee
  • Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
  • Citizens’ War Memorial
  • Museum and Archives Advisory Committee
  • Peterborough Architectural Conservation Advisory Committee
  • Peterborough Public Library
  • Planning Advisory Committee
  • Property Standards Committee
  • Transit Liaison Committee (One committee member must be a user of the accessible transit service)

Residents interested in serving on a City board or committee can obtain an application form from the Clerk’s Office at City Hall. Application forms can also be completed online from the City’s website at peterborough.ca/committees.

Completed applications must be returned no later than Friday, February 14, 2025. An interview may be required for some positions.