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Advisory Committee and Board members contribute to the development of policies, procedures and initiatives by providing their expertise to the Mayor and Council. These groups work with Council to improve services and programs for the community.
The City of Cambridge has more than eighteen Advisory Committees and Boards, ranging in scope from economic development to arts and culture to environment. A full list of Advisory Committees and Boards can be found below.
NEW - Landlord Water Billing Task Force
At the July 16th, 2024 Council meeting Council passed a motion directing staff to establish a task force to review water billing practices. A link to the original report can be found here.
Motion:
THAT report 24-037-CRS Landlord Tenant Water Account Review be received;
AND THAT Council in partnership with staff establish a Task Force to review the proposed options as outlined in 24-037-CRS Landlord Tenant Water Account Review as well as similar programs offered in Kitchener and Waterloo;
AND THAT the task force be mandated to provide feedback on the proposed program, implementation timeline and costing in comparison to other similar programs, and explore any potential efficiencies;
AND THAT the Mayor select 3 Council representatives to participate on the Task Force;
AND THAT Council select the following composition of Cambridge citizens 2 tenants, 2 landlords and 2 citizens that are non-landlord property owners to sit on the Task Force;
AND THAT staff act as the lead organizer for the Task Force and be directed to report back on the findings of the task force within the first quarter of 2025 or earlier.
This Task Force is anticipated to meet on a weekly basis every Monday until no later than March 2025.
Note: The Landlord Water Billing Task Force has one vacancy. Interested applicants may apply via the following link: https://forms.cambridge.ca/Clerks/Landlord-Water-Billing-Task-Force-Application.
The following committees and boards have vacancies that need to be filled for the 2022-2026 term of Council.
- Accessibility Advisory Committee: Four (4) committee members from the community at large (note: 50 per cent of committee members must be persons living with a disability); three (3) agency representatives and two (2) alternate members
- Arthur White Sports Bursary: Two (2) committee members and two (2) alternate members
- Arts and Culture Advisory Committee: One (1) alternate member
- Committee of Adjustment: One (1) committee member and 2 alternate members
- Cultural Awards Committee: Two (2) alternate members
- Cycling and Trails Advisory Committee: One (1) alternate member
- General Appeals Committee: One (1) alternate member
- Landlord Water Billing Task Force: One (1) tenant representative
- Municipal Heritage Advisory Committee: One (1) alternate member
- Preston Secondary Plan Community Focus Group: Up to 15 members
- Youth Advisory Committee: Five (5) committee members and two (2) alternate members under the age of 21
See 'How to Apply' section below to submit your application.
General information on what the committee is responsible for, who the staff liaison is and links to past agendas and minutes can be found for most committees. To learn more about Advisory Committees and Boards in general, view our brochure.
For any questions relating to the City's Advisory Committees and Boards please contact us at clerks@cambridge.ca.
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To apply for an Advisory Committee or Board, please fill out an application form. Applications will only be accepted when a committee vacancy is advertised. Application forms are also available in person at the Clerk's Office. Applications can be made for multiple committees on separate forms. All appointed members are required to act in accordance with the City of Cambridge's Code of Conduct for Local Boards and Advisory Committees. *Please note that some committees and boards require a police check. |
To learn about upcoming Board and/or Committee meetings, view our Council and Committee Calendar.
City of Cambridge Committees and Boards
The City of Cambridge has nine Council-Appointed Advisory Committees that provide feedback and input to Council.
The City of Cambridge partners with two local Boards.
The City of Cambridge has six Other Committees.
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Code of Conduct for Local Boards and Advisory Committees Barrier-Free Community Brochure 23-084-CRS Appendix A - Advisory Committee Appointment Policy AMD045 |
Committees Currently Under Review
| Cambridge 50+ Advisory Board |
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The Cambridge 50+ Advisory Board provides an opportunity for the four Cambridge Seniors Centres and tri-centre clubs and committees to communicate on matters related to older adults in the community and seniors services provided by the City. The Committee:
Staff Liaison: Nicole Cichello, Supervisor of Recreation - Older Adult Services View the Terms of Reference of the Cambridge 50+ Advisory Board. View the meeting agendas and minutes of the Seniors Central Advisory Committee. |
| Community Wellbeing Advisory Committee |
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The Community Wellbeing Advisory Committee advises and assists the City in promoting and facilitating the safety, inclusion, belonging, and wellbeing of Cambridge residents through the guiding principles of Engage, Empower, and Educate. The Community Wellbeing Advisory Committee provides advice to Council and City staff on complex social issues impacting City policies, programs, services, and strategies, providing actionable advice on the development of integrated community programs and strategies to address those issues. There are 4 subcommittees of CWAC:
View the Terms of Reference of the Community Wellbeing Advisory Committee View the Terms of Reference for the Community Wellbeing Advisory Committee.
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