Citizen Advisory Committees

Advisory Committees play a valuable role in the Town of Ajax. Council relies on the expertise of its volunteer Advisory Committee Members to provide insight and recommendations on Town issues, policies and programs. Advisory Committees are made up of a diverse group of citizens, who act as community ambassadors who assist with enhancing citizen and public involvement. Advisory Committees are established by Council with individual mandates complimenting the Town's strategic objectives.

Advisory Committee meetings are open to the public. Committees meet once a month, up to ten times each year. Meetings are held at Town Hall, 65 Harwood Avenue South. Meeting dates, agendas and materials are available on each committee page.

Town of Ajax Advisory Committees

• Accessibility Advisory Committee
• Active Transportation & Trails Advisory Committee
• Diversity & Community Engagement Advisory Committee
• Environmental Advisory Committee
• Heritage Advisory Committee
• Recreation & Culture Advisory Committee
• Youth Engagement Advisory Committee
  

Frenquently Asked Questions

Below are a few common questions of interest regarding Town of Ajax Advisory Committees. For  

How are Members appointed to Advisory Committees?

Advisory Committee Members are appointed by Council. Members are appointed for a term to follow the term of Council (3 year committment.

What are the qualification requirements to apply to be a Committee Member?

• Advisory Committee applicants must be:
  18 yeas of age or older (13-22 years of age for the Youth Engagement Adivsory Committee)
• a resident of or property owner in Ajax
• able to attend regular monthly meetings to e held at Town Hall (usally in the evening)

How many Members are appointed to the Advisory Committee?

Committees are comprised of up to 10 community members appointed by Council, 1-2 Town of Ajax staff liaisons, and 1-2 Council representatives.

How often do Advisory Committeess meet?

Advisory Committeess generally meet 10 times each year, usually once per month. Meetings last approximately 2 hours.

Are Advisory Committee Members paid?

No, they are volunteer appointments. Only appointed Members of the quasi-judicial Property Standards/Animal Services Appeal Committee and the Committee of Adjustment receive a small stipend for thier participation.

What do Advisory Committees do?

Advisory Committees are charged with teh task of providing program and policy advice to Council on specific muncipal matters defined by formal terms of reference. Each Committee has its own unique mandate. Further information is avaiable online by visiting each Committee's page.

Who should apply to become an Advisory Committee Member?

Any individual who meets the general application requirements and is interested in providign input on programs, services, policies and projects within the Town of Ajax is encouraged to apply!

For more information, please refer to the Advisory Committee Frequently Asked Questions, or contact Sarah Moore, Committee Coordinator, by email or phone 905-619-2529 ext. 3347.