Norfolk County is seeking local individuals for advisory committees involving agriculture, economic development, Norfolk County Public Library, and sustainability.
Advisory committees are a collection of individuals who bring unique knowledge and skills to their field. While they do not hold any formal authority, they advise Council on issues and challenges in their respective sector.
Terms for members typically last four years. Each committee includes a member of Norfolk County Council. Meetings are usually held once per month, and minutes are included in agendas to be reviewed by members of Council. Volunteering time and expertise with Norfolk County allows for many learning opportunities and, most importantly, giving back to the community.
“All of our advisory committees provide vital information to Council on a regular basis,” said Norfolk County Mayor Amy Martin. “The expertise members bring helps to shape our community and ensure we consider all possibilities before making a decision. I urge everyone with a background in these industries to consider applying.”
Boards with open spaces include:
Agricultural Advisory Committee (AAC)
- The AAC is key to assisting Council to preserve agricultural lands and in managing responsible rural development.
- Provides advice on agricultural matters, protecting rural and agricultural lands, and enhancing the viability of agriculture in Norfolk County
Economic Development Advisory Board
- Advises Council on matters, issues and policies pertaining to economic development strategies and actions, business supports aimed at retention, growth and attraction, tourism, strategic initiatives, and other economic development activities in Norfolk County.
Norfolk County Public Library Board
- Community members representing each of Wards 1 to 7, meetings occur 9 times a year on the 4th Wednesday of the month at 4:30 p.m.
- Each meeting is approximately 2 hours in length.
- The Board Chair and/or CEO may schedule additional meetings if necessary.
- Term: January 31, 2023 to November 30, 2026
- All public libraries in Ontario are required by the Ontario Public Libraries Act to be governed by a board including representatives from the community. As a Board member, you serve as a community representative, library advocate and supporter.
Sustainability Advisory Committee
- Advises Council on environmental planning policy and sustainability matters to promote the protection, enhancement, and management of Norfolk’s natural and built environment.
- Provides guidance and direction on all issues relating to environmental services, sustainability, greenhouse gas emissions, climate resiliency and adaptation, solid waste management, utilities/water and wastewater, water and stormwater management, water pollution control, urban forestry, and green spaces.
Those interested in participating on an advisory committee can download the Committee Application Form (PDF), visit the Boards, Committees, and Commissions webpage, or email the Clerks department at [email protected].
To apply to the Norfolk County Public Library Board, visit the Norfolk County Public Library Board Application Form.
Applications close October 19, 2023.
