Boards and Committees
Committees, Boards and Other Public Appointments for 2022 - 2026
Perth East residents can make a difference in their community by becoming a volunteer member of an Advisory Board or Committee!
If you are interested in serving on one of our many boards and committees, please fill out the application form and return to the Clerk’s Department (25 Mill Street East, Milverton). You can fill out an application form and send to the Clerk’s Department via mail or email.
Applications received for appointment to a Committee or Board that does not have a current vacant position are placed in the Appointment Application Bank for the calendar year and is accessed should a position become vacant in the calendar year. Any vacant positions will be posted below.
Fence Viewers
Fence Viewers do not meet regularly. Fence Viewers act in accordance with the Line Fences Act which sets out the procedure for the resolution of line fence disputes between owners of adjoining properties. Fence Viewers do not determine the location of a boundary line.
Grand River Conservation Authority (GRCA)
A 26-member Board of Directors oversees the operation of the GRCA. The board approves policies, programs and budgets. This appointment is a shared representative for the Township of Perth East and the Municipality of North Perth. Visit the Grand River Conservation Authority‘s website to learn more!
Livestock Valuers
Livestock Valuers are responsible to investigate claims for damages to livestock (killed or injured) and determine the type of predator that is responsible, as outlined in the Ontario Wildlife Damage Compensation Program.
Livestock Valuers do not meet regularly. Where an owner of livestock or poultry has discovered death or injury, a Valuer will be directed to make a full investigation and a report (in writing) detailing the damage and his/her Award.
Maitland Valley Conservation Authority (MVCA)
An 11-member Board of Directors oversees the MVCA. This appointment is a shared representative for the Township of Perth East and the Municipality of West Perth. Visit the Maitland Valley Conservation Authority‘s website to learn more!
Perth County OPP Detachment Board Services
The O.P.P. Detachment Board is an independent civilian oversight body responsible for ensuring accountability within the community. It operates under the authority of the Community Safety and Policing Act, 2019, S.O. 2019, c. 1, Sched. 1. The Board fosters transparency and trust by serving as a liaison between the O.P.P. and the community, making decisions based on evidence and best practices.
The Perth County OPP Detachment Police Services Board is established by the Police Services Act to:
- Determine objectives and priorities for police services, after consultation with the Detachment Commander;
- Establish local policies for police services, after consultation with the Detachment Commander;
- Monitor the performance of the Detachment Commander;
- Receive reports from the Detachment Commander on any secondary activities by police officers in the detachment;
- Review the Detachment Commander’s administration of the complaints system established by the Police Services Act for dealing with complaints made by any member of the public about the policies of or the services provided by the police force.
This is a joint committee, to learn more please visit the West Perth information page Here
Perth East Fire Department Joint Advisory Committee
The Fire Committee is made up of representatives from Perth East Council and representatives from the Council of the Township of Perth South. The Fire Committee meets several times a year to discuss and make recommendations to Council regarding Fire Department policies and infrastructure. Visit the Perth East Fire Department to learn more!
Perth East Public Library Board
The Library Board is established in accordance with the Public Libraries Act. To be eligible, members must be 18 years or older, be a Canadian Citizen, and a resident of the Township of Perth East. Currently, the Board meets on the second Tuesday of every month. Visit the Perth East Public Library‘s website to learn more!
Property Standards Committee
This Committee does not meet on a regular basis and is created in accordance with Section 15.6 of the Building Code Act, 1992 (as amended). A decision of the Perth East By-law Enforcement Officer to issue an “Order to Comply” with the Perth East Property Standards By-law may be appealed to this Committee. The Committee is not involved with the day-to-day enforcement of the Property Standards By-law.
The Property Standards Committee is a decision-making committee appointed by Council and is established under the provisions of the Ontario Building Code Act. The committee hears appeals of property standards orders that have been issued under the building code and the Township’s Property Standards By-law. The Property Standards By-law regulates items of safety and general upkeep of properties and buildings.
By-law Enforcement and members of the Building department investigate and determine if the Property Standards By-law has been violated. If the property does not conform to the By-law, a Property Standards Order is issued to the owner of the property. If an owner disagrees with the order or a portion of the order, they may appeal to the Property Standards Committee. The committee conducts a Public Hearing to address the appeal of the order and has the power to confirm, modify or rescind the order, to demolish or repair and to extend the time for complying with the order.
Perth East Twinning Initiative Group (PETIG)
The Perth East Twinning Interest Committee (PETIC) was established by the Township of Perth East Council to facilitate and oversee the twinning city relationships of the municipality. The purpose of the PETIC is to foster cultural, educational, economic, and social exchanges between the Township of Perth East and its twinning cities, promoting mutual understanding and cooperation.
Upper Thames River Conservation Authority (UTRCA)
The 17 municipalities within the Upper Thames watershed appoints representatives to the UTRCA’s Board of Directors. The directors represent the local urban and rural communities, deciding policies and programs that lead to a healthy watershed. Visit the Upper Thames River Conservation Authority‘s website to learn more!
Contact Us
Ashley Carter
Manager of Legislative Services / Municipal Clerk
Township of Perth East
25 Mill Street East
Milverton, Ontario N0K 1M0
T.: 519-595-2800 x223
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