The Region of Waterloo has a Standing and Advisory Committee structure to assist Regional Council with municipal matters. Standing Committees offer policy and operational recommendations to Council to aid in the decision-making process. The three main Standing Committees include all members of Council, with the Regional Chair as ex-officio member on all Committees. We also have many advisory committees that serve as forums for members of the public to provide their viewpoints on issues to Regional Council and staff.
View our meeting calendar for agendas, minutes and webcasts.
For information on how to submit correspondence or to speak at a Council or Committee meeting, you can visit our Communicate with Council page.
Standing Committees
Waterloo Region has three main Standing Committees that are solely comprised of the Members of Regional of Council:
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Administration and Finance Committee |
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The Administration and Finance (A&F) Committee is responsible for reviewing and reporting on all matters of administrative and financial importance referred to it by Council and other areas within the organization, including:
Members: All members of Regional Council Chair: Sean Strickland Vice Chair: Karen Redman Staff Contact: Tim Brubacher, Council/Committee Support Specialist, 519-575-4493 |
| Community Services Committee |
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The Community Services (CS) Committee is responsible for reviewing and reporting on all areas within the Public Health and Emergency Services and Community Services departments referred to it by Council and other areas within the organization, including:
Members: All members of Regional Council Chair: Geoff Lorentz Vice Chair: Sue Foxton Staff Contact: Tim Brubacher, Council/Committee Support Specialist, 519-575-4493 |
| Planning and Works Committee |
The Planning and Works Committee (P&W) is responsible for reviewing and reporting on all matters relating to planning issues and public works operated by the Region and other functions related to the Region's facilities, including:
Members: All members of Regional Council Chair: Tom Galloway Vice Chair: Karl Kiefer Staff Contact: Jessica Rudy, Council/Committee Support Specialist, 519-575-4732 |
The other Standing Committees have some Councillors but not all of the them. They are:
| Audit Committee |
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The Audit Committee monitors the effectiveness and efficiency of Regional programs by reviewing and directing the following:
Members:
Chair: Sean Strickland Staff Contact: Lee Ann Wetzel, Manager, Council and Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk, 519-575-4410 |
| Budget Committee |
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The Budget Committee discusses budget issues and concerns and approves the Regional budget annually. Members: All members of Regional Council Chair: Sean Strickland Vice Chair: Karen Redman Staff Contact: Lee Ann Wetzel, Manager, Council and Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk, 519-575-4410 |
| Economic Development Committee |
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The Economic Development Committee (EDC) is composed of seven Regional Councillors and the Regional Chair. The Committee meets as required to deal with issues of Regional economic development. Chair: Helen Jowett Staff Contact: Lee Ann Wetzel, Manager, Council and Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk, 519-575-4410, 519-575-4410 |
| Library Committee |
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The Library Committee is composed of the four Township Mayors representing the rural municipalities of the Region, and reports to Regional Council which serves as the Library Board. The Committee is responsible for making recommendations to Council on:
Chair: Les Armstrong Staff Contact: Lee Ann Wetzel, Manager, Council and Administrative Services/Deputy Clerk, 519-575-4410 |
| Licensing and Hearings Committee |
The Licensing and Hearings (L&H) Committee is responsible for reviewing and reporting on all matters relating to consumer protection, public safety and nuisance control within the Region of Waterloo, including:
Chair: Jane Mitchell Staff Contact: Tim Brubacher, Council/Committee Support Specialist, 519-575-4493 |
Advisory Committees
| Active Transportation Advisory Committee |
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The Active Transportation Advisory Committee (ATAC) serves as a forum for the public to advise Regional Council and staff on cycling and pedestrian issues. Chair: B. Tracey Staff contact: Tim Brubacher, Council/Committee Support Specialist, 519-575-4493 |
| Aeronautical Noise Advisory Committee |
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The Aeronautical Noise Advisory Committee (ANAC) provides a forum for the community and stakeholders to meet with the Region of Waterloo International Airport Management to discuss issues relating to aircraft noise in the community. Chair: Murray Martin Staff Contacts:
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| Ecological and Enviromental Advisory Committee |
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The Ecological and Environmental Advisory Committee (EEAC) advises staff on development applications and environmental assessments which potentially affect the Region's most significant natural features. It also advises on other environmental issues of interest to the Region. Chair: Allison Featherstone Staff Contact: Tim Van Hinte, Principal Planner - Environmental, 519-575-4500 ext. 3649 |
| Employment and Income Support Community Advisory Committee |
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The Employment and Income Support Community Advisory Committee (EISCAC) provides a forum for key stakeholders, including Ontario Works and Ontario Disability Support Program participants, to advise on employment and income support programs delivered by the Region of Waterloo. Chair: Jane Mitchell Staff Contact:
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| Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee |
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The Grand River Accessibility Advisory Committee (GRAAC) is a cross-disability municipal advisory committee. Guided by the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001, the committee provides advice to the local municipal Councils of the Cities of Kitchener and Waterloo, the Region of Waterloo and the Townships of Woolwich, Wellesley, Wilmot, and North Dumfries. The Committee provides vision and direction to promote and facilitate a seamless approach to effectively remove barriers across the community. Please visit the GRAAC website for more information on this committee. Co-Chair: Sharon Giles, Carrie Speers Staff Contact: Sanjay Govindaraj, Service Planning Associate, 519-575-4757 ext. 3861 |
| Heritage Planning Advisory Committee |
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The Heritage Planning Advisory Committee (HPAC) was established in 1994 to advise the Region on heritage policies, issues and strategies. The committee is responsible for:
Current Initiatives:
All members must be residents of Waterloo Region. Appointed by Regional Council, they are chosen for their interest and experience with natural and built heritage. Municipal Heritage Advisory Committees in Waterloo Region:
Chair: Elizabeth Clarke Staff Contact: Bridget Coady, Principal Planner, Cultural Heritage, 519-575-4400 ext. 3112 |
| Public Art Advisory Committee |
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The Public Art Advisory Committee (PAAC) reports to the Administration and Finance Committee and administers Public Art Policy. This includes the procedure for selecting, acquiring, disposing, placing, maintaining and cataloguing public art using funds available from the Public Art Reserve Fund. Chair: Glenn Scheels Staff Contact: Helen Chimirri-Russell, Director, Cultural Services, 519-575-4499 |
| Water Efficiency Advisory Committee |
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The Water Efficiency Advisory Committee (WEAC) advises Regional staff on issues of demand management and long-term program review for residential, education and industrial/commercial/institutional sectors. This Committee also acts as an expanded public forum regarding efficient water use as it relates to the Long Term Water Strategy. The Committee will make program recommendations to staff and through staff to Planning and Works Committee and Regional Council. The implementation of initiatives which are approved for action will be overseen by this Committee. Chair: Les Armstrong Staff Contact: Steve Gombos, Manager, Water Efficiency, 519-575-4503 |
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Waterloo Regional Community Housing Advisory Committee |
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The Waterloo Region Community Housing Advisory Committee (WRCHAC) provides input and advice on a wide variety of issues dealing with Community Housing through the Community Services Committee, including:
Chair: Deb Schlichter Staff Contact: Deb Schlichter, Director, Housing Services, 519-883-2190 |
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Waterloo Region Crime Prevention Council |
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The Waterloo Region Crime Prevention Council (WRCPC) is an Advisory Committee of Regional Council and a Division of the Regional Chair's office. It advises, recommends and supports actions that reduce and prevent crime and victimization and increase community safety in Waterloo Region. They function as a multi-disciplinary team that promotes crime prevention through social development. The WRCPC works in partnership to provide public education, recommend policies and facilitate problem-solving focused on local needs and capacities. The WRCPC is also part of a broader national strategy to prevent crime, victimization and fear of crime. Staff Contact: Christiane Sadeler, Executive Director, WRCPC, 519-883-2305 Agendas and Minutes for the CPC can be found on their website |
Appointments
2019 Citizen Appointments
Citizen Appointments to Grand River Conservation Authority and Waterloo Regional Police Services Board
The Regional Municipality of Waterloo appoints citizens to various Boards, Commissions, Advisory Committees and other Special Purpose Bodies. These appointments give citizens of this Region, from a variety of backgrounds, an opportunity to volunteer and become actively engaged with their community.
Interested citizens and incumbent members are invited to apply for appointment to any of the following:
- Grand River Conservation Authority Board
- Waterloo Regional Police Services Board
Persons interested in serving on one of these boards must file an application with the Regional Clerk prior to 4:30 p.m. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
This information may also be obtained from the Office of the Regional Clerk by contacting Tim Brubacher at 519-575-4493 or by emailing tbrubacher@regionofwaterloo.ca.
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