Boards and Committees | Municipality of Kincardine

A good part of why our community is so amazing is because of the commitment of those who choose to make a difference. One of the ways that you can contribute your time is by sitting as a member on one of our committees.

Recruitment, selection, and term of appointment

Committee recruitment is done with each new term of council or when a vacancy becomes available. All appointments are made by Council and after they're finalized by the passing of a by-law, the Municipal Clerk notifies all applicants of Council's decision.

The term of appointment, unless otherwise legislated, coincides with the existing term of Council who appointed them.

Current Opportunities

Interested citizens should meet the following criteria to apply for a board or committee vacancy:

Be a qualified elector in the Municipality of Kincardine
Previous experience on a board or a committee is an advantage
An interest in the committee area is an advantage
Available to attend at least one meeting per month

Apply for a Board or Committee Opportunity

BIA Committee

The Municipality of Kincardine is inviting residents who want to be more involved in the community to join the Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board of Management.

To be considered for this positions, eligible candidates must be a property owner who pays the BIA levy, or their nominee. In the application, you must specify if you are the property owner who pays the BIA levy or a nominee of that property owner. If you are a nominee of the property owner, please provide a letter from the property owner stating that you are a nominee.

To learn more about what the BIA does, please visit the Lakeside Downtown Kincardine BIA's webpage.

Apply by 4 p.m. Monday, March 10, 2025.

Municipal Boards and Committees

Committee members can attend meetings electronically, where possible.

Accessibility Advisory Committee

The Accessibility Advisory Committee provides advice to Council on municipal services and buildings to maximize accessibility. This committee is required under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005.

Terms of Reference

Meeting schedule

The Accessibility Advisory Committee meets on the third or fourth Thursday of every month at 4 p.m.

Details, agendas, and minutes may be viewed on the Municipal Calendar.

Committee composition

The committee is comprised of six public members (at least 50% with disabilities) and one Council member, each having an equal vote.

Municipal staff members

Deputy Clerk

Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board

The role in the community of the Lakeside Downtown Kincardine Business Improvement Area (BIA) Board is defined by seven building blocks:

Encouraging community involvement and ownership
Preserving and enhancing downtown character
Ensuring economic vitality
Promoting downtown assets
Getting into and around downtown
Living downtown
Keeping downtown safe

For more information about the BIA, visit their website or e-mail the BIA Downtown Development Manager.

Meeting schedule

The Lakeside Downtown Kincardine Business Improvement Area Board meets on the third Tuesday of each month.

Details, agendas, and minutes may be viewed on the Municipal Calendar.

Municipal staff members

Community Economic Development Coordinator

Committee of Adjustment

The Committee of Adjustment is a statutory tribunal with authority delegated to it by the Council of the Corporation of the Municipality of Kincardine under the provisions of the Ontario Planning Act.

The purpose of this Committee is to hold public hearings to make decisions on Minor Variance Applications submitted pursuant to Section 45 of the Planning Act.

The Committee operates independently from Council and its decisions may be appealed to the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT).

Terms of Reference

Meeting schedule

The committee meets on an as-needed basis to address applications.

Details, agendas, and minutes may be viewed on the Municipal Calendar.

Committee composition

The committee is comprised of all members of Council, each having an equal vote.

Compliance Audit Committee

The Compliance Audit Committee considers applications for an audit of a candidate's or registered third party's municipal election campaign finances.

Terms of Reference

The committee is also responsible for:

reviewing the Clerk's reports filed with the Committee
appointing an auditor to conduct the audit if the Committee approves the application
reviewing the auditor's report
determining whether legal proceedings are appropriate if auditor's report concludes candidate or registered third party contravened election campaign finances provision

Heritage Committee

The Heritage Committee is a municipal heritage committee under the Ontario Heritage Act that provides advice to Council on the identification and preservation of built structures, historical artifacts, ruins, and lands of cultural historical significance or historical value including heritage designations.

Terms of Reference

Meeting schedule

The Heritage Committee meets at the call of the chair in addition to scheduled meetings.

Details, agendas, and minutes may be viewed on the Municipal Calendar.

Committee composition

The committee is comprised of five public members and one Council member.

Municipal staff members

Deputy Clerk

Meetings, Agendas and Minutes

The meetings, agendas, and minutes for municipal board and committee meetings are available on the Municipal Calendar.

Municipal Calendar

Feb 24
Special Council Meeting 5:00 PM
Feb 26
Council Meeting 5:00 PM
Feb 27
Accessibility Advisory Committee 4:00 PM

Representation on other Boards and Committees

Bruce Area Solid Waste Recycling Association

Councillor Jennifer Prenger

Saugeen Mobility and Regional Transit (SMART) Board

Councillor Mike Hinchberger

Saugeen Valley Conservation Authority

Councillor Bill Stewart and Councillor Jennifer Prenger

South Bruce Ontario Provincial Police (OPP) Detachment Board

Councillor Rory Cavanagh

Westario Power

Councillor Mike Hinchberger

Help Wanted

Saugeen Mobility Recording Secretary

Are you detail-oriented and skilled at taking meeting notes? Saugeen Mobility is looking to hire a Recording Secretary!

Position Details

Frequency: 10 meetings per year
Start Date: March 1st, 2025
Responsibilities: Taking notes and producing minutes following each meeting
Pay: $125 per meeting for less than 1.5 hours and $150 for meetings over 1.5 hours. This includes writing minutes after the meeting.

If you're interested, please e-mail your resume before February 21st, 2025. We look forward to hearing from you!