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Committees & Boards

The Township of Alnwick/Haldimand values community input and encourages residents to participate on local boards and advisory committees. These groups play an important role by providing advice and recommendations to Council on specific topics, as outlined in their Terms of Reference.

Members are appointed by Council at the beginning of each new term, following the municipal election held every four years. Appointments last for the duration of the Council term.

Committees and Boards

Advisory Committees and Boards help strengthen our community, providing opportunities to take part in the community's future direction. The Township benefits from the expertise and professionalism of public members of boards and committees. Volunteering is a great way for residents to get involved and make a difference.

Learn more about our Committees and Boards, their mandate and terms of references.

  • Read the Committee Terms of Reference.

  • Read the Committee Terms of Reference.

  • Read the Terms of Reference.

  • Mission Statement: The Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library – linking our community to a world of knowledge!

    Vision Statement: The Alnwick/Haldimand Public Library is a leader in celebrating reading and enriching lives with knowledge and information. The library provides accessible services using current technology and contemporary facilities. The library is a recognized contributor to the high quality of life in the community through exceptional services and valued partnerships.

    Statement of Values: Creativity, imagination and curiosity

    Encouraging the joy of reading and life-long learning

    Equity

    Ensuring accessibility and fairness, to recognize diversity in serving all individuals

    Intellectual Freedom

    Guaranteeing and facilitating access to all expressions of knowledge and intellectual activity.

    Customer Service

    Ensuring high quality and excellence in responding to the needs of our customers.

    Community Connectedness

    Enhancing library service through partnerships and consultation with the community.

    Teamwork

    Fostering a work culture that advocates cooperation, communication, respect and training.

    Contact:

    Tricia Dunk
    Library Acting CEO
    Centreton Community Hall
    2363 County Road 23
    Grafton, ON
    K0K 2G0
    T. 905-349-2976

Current Committee Vacancies

We’re currently looking for volunteers to join our boards and committees! If you're interested in getting involved and making a difference in your community, check out the list of current opportunities below:

  • Heritage Advisory Committee

  • Parks & Recreation Advisory Committee

  • To be qualified to serve on a Committee or Board you must:

    • Live in the municipality, or be an owner/tenant of land (or spouse of same) for the length of your term.

    • Be at least 18 years of age, unless otherwise stated in the Committee or Board's Terms of Reference.

    • Not be employed by the Township of Alnwick/Haldimand.

    In addition to the general requirements listed above, specific skills and/or experiences needed for membership on each Committee or Board will be provided by way of Terms of Reference approved by Council.

  • To apply to become a member of a Committee:

    • Read the Volunteer Policy

    • Complete the Volunteer Application Form

    • Submit the completed Application Form in person or by mail to the attention of the Clerk with attached resume.

    Mailing Address: 10836 County Road 2, PO Box 70, Grafton ON, K0K 2G0

  • All appointments are made by Council. Copies of all applications will be made available to Council for consideration. Council will select suitable applicants to openings based on the information presented in and attached to the application form. After appointments are finalized by Council resolution, the Municipal Clerk will notify all applicants, with Council's decision.

  • Unless otherwise established, the term of appointment to a Committee or Board, by way of Council resolution, will be a four (4) year term. This four (4) year term will coincide with the existing term of Council who appointed them.

Submit a Committee Board Member Application Form