Citizen Advisory Committees  

Town of Ajax Advisory Committees

Click on a link below to find out more information about the advisory committee (mandate, minutes, work plan, etc.):

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

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 years of age or older (13-22 years of age for the Youth Engagement Advisory Committee)
  • a resident and/or property owner in the Town of Ajax
  • able to attend monthly evening meetings
  • willing to undertake special projects which may be coordinated in accordance with the Committee's mandate

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 the 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.