UXBRIDGE TOWNSHIP

BOARD & COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS
2023-2026

The Council of the Township of Uxbridge invites applications from members of the public who are
qualified electors of the Township of Uxbridge who wish to have their names considered for a four-year
appointment (term of Council – expiring November 2026) to one of the various Boards, Committees,
etc. Any person interested in offering their services, and would accept an appointment (including
present members with expired terms), are invited to submit a Volunteer-Committee Member Application
Form available on the Township’s Website www.uxbridge.on.ca/volunteering along with a letter of
interest outlining relevant qualifications and experience to the undersigned by Friday, January 6, 2023.
To view the complete list with ease, visit www.uxbridge.ca and click ‘Board & Committee Appointments’.
Any questions regarding these appointments may be directed to the Clerk.

Debbie Leroux Telephone: (905) 852-9181
Director of Legislative Services/Clerk Fax: (905) 852-9674
P.O. Box 190 e-mail: dleroux@uxbridge.ca
51 Toronto Street South
Uxbridge, ON L9P 1T1

Accessibility Advisory Committee
This committee will provide advice to Council with respect to the Annual Accessibility Plan and matters
relating to accessibility issues within the Community. Legislation requires the majority of the nine (9)
voting members of the Committee to be persons with disabilities including visual, hearing, physical,
speech, cognitive, perceptual and mental health. The other four (4) members shall include a Senior
Citizen, a Member of Council and persons from the community with an interest in issues relating to
persons with disabilities who may be employed by supporting agencies or parents of children with
disabilities. Members shall be chosen for their expertise and commitment to the promotion and
facilitation of a ‘barrier-free’ Uxbridge.
Active Transportation Committee
To advise council on matters pertaining to active transportation and to advocate for and assist with
the development and implementation of the Township's Active Transportation Plan to maintain and
enhance Uxbridge as a safe, vibrant and active community for people of all ages and abilities.
UXACT will encourage, promote and participate in the planning of active transportation policies,
programs and facilities and will advise council on implementation of aspects of the Official Plan
Downtown Vision, specifically to “enable people to walk or bicycle from downtown into surrounding
natural areas.”
Age Friendly Committee
The purpose of the Age-friendly Community Advisory Committee is to advise Council on the current
state of age-friendliness of Uxbridge and recommend ways to optimize opportunities for residents to
age in place and remain engaged in all aspects of civic and social life.
Canada Day Advisory Committee
To plan, budget and organize the community celebration for Canada Day.

Climate Adaptation and Transition Committee
The Climate Adaptation and Transition Committee requires volunteers with varying skills and
backgrounds specifically in the areas of engineering, alternative energy, HVAC, IT, representation from
the agricultural community, representation from the building industry. The Township will be looking to
this team of 7-9 individuals to develop and move our climate action plan forward by providing advice,
support and guidance to Council regarding climate change adaptation.
Committee of Adjustment
The Committee of Adjustment is appointed by Council pursuant to the provisions of The Planning Act
to deal with applications for minor variances within the Township of Uxbridge.
Applications submitted by an owner of land requesting a minor variance to the Townships’ zoning by-
law, in respect of land, building or structure or the use of the land are also heard by the Committee of
Adjustment. Qualifications: Preference is members who have a professional designation or
background in land use planning. Interviews will be held to fill the positions of this committee.
Downtown Revitalization Committee
The Downtown Revitalization Committee provides a community perspective on how to achieve the
Downtown Vision by providing advice to the Council and Township of Uxbridge staff as it relates to
carrying out and implementing the Downtown Revitalization Strategic Plan and Action Plan.
Economic Development Committee
Provide advice and recommendations to Council on matters relating to the attractions, development,
and retention of all business sectors within the municipality inclusive of aggregates, manufacturing,
commercial (personal service and retail), agriculture and home-based businesses.
Fence Viewers
Fence Viewers are appointed and follow a process as found in the Line Fences Act to resolve issues
relating to disputes between owners of adjoining properties relating to line (boundary) fences.
Council is required to appoint no less than three (3) fence viewers. The Fence Viewers are called
upon only when the Township receives an application for a viewing by a property owner. This does
not apply to residential fencing.
Heritage Committee
Function as an advocate for the preservation and conservation of heritage properties within the
Township. Heritage Uxbridge shall advise and assist Council in matters relating to heritage
conservation districts and individual structures and properties of historical, cultural and/or
architectural significance.
Library Board
The Library Board operates under the authority of the Ontario Public Libraries Act (R.S.O. 1990,
chapter P.44) and most public libraries or library systems in the province have such a governing
board. The Board is responsible for making policies for the operation of the Library; for obtaining
adequate funding for Library materials, services and programs; and for promoting the Library in the
community. The nine (9) Library Board members are appointed by the Township of Uxbridge Council
for a 4-year term that runs concurrently with the term of the appointing Municipal Council.
Museum Advisory Committee
The Uxbridge Historical Centre Museum Advisory Committee shall advise, comment on, recommend
and assist Council with specific reference to the operation and management of the Uxbridge
Historical Centre (Uxbridge-Scott Museum & Archives) and the delivery of museum services to the
community in compliance with relevant municipal, provincial and federal legislation. The Advisory
Committee will achieve this purpose by working with Council, Township staff, other Township
committees, and related agencies.

Music Hall Board
To advise Township Staff and Council in the operation of the Music Hall in a business-like manner
such that the budgets are adhered to, the Hall meets the needs of the various users and the

community and to ensure that the building, equipment and furnishings are properly maintained. To
actively promote the use of the Music Hall by the community and various users so that the facility is
utilised as much as possible.
Property Standards Committee
This Committee, pursuant to the provisions of the Building Code Act deal with matters related to the
Townships Property Standard By-laws and the Town’s Official Plan. When the owner or occupant of a
property in Uxbridge, upon whom an order has been served by a Municipal Law Enforcement Officer,
is not satisfied with the terms or conditions of the order, the owner or occupant may appeal to the
Property Standards Committee.
The Township of Uxbridge Property Standards Committee, in hearing appeals, has all the powers
and functions of the officer who made the order and the Committee may do any of the following
things if, in the Committee’s opinion, doing so would maintain the general intent and purpose of the
Townships By-law and of the Official Plan or policy statement:

1. Confirm, modify or rescind the order to demolish or repair.
2. Extend the time for complying with the order.

A minimum of three (3) members who must be available to conduct site inspections of subject
properties and be objective, possess relevant education component or equivalent experience and
have an open mind in order to fully consider the evidence provided.

Region of Durham Land Division Committee
One Citizen member to be appointed. Qualities associated with an appropriate appointment to the
Regional Land Division Committee would include some knowledge of Provincial, Regional and
Municipal Land Use Statutes, experience with public speaking, Diplomacy.
The position would be similar to our Committee of Adjustment appointees. We ask the following:
1. Please provide a summary of your experience serving on a Board or Committee in an elected or
appointed capacity for an agency, board or commission, ratepayer group or similar organization.
Include the name of the Board/Committee/Commission, your years of service, and an overview of
your contributions.
2. Please describe your relevant education, occupational background, experience, and/or
qualifications, and how your appointment will benefit the Committee.
Santa Claus Parade Committee
Assist with the planning of the Santa Claus Parade.
Tourism Advisory Committee
Given the wealth of cultural tourism attractions, events and the potential economic benefit to the
entire municipality, a Tourism Advisory Board has been established as a Committee of Council to
pursue this and other related initiatives. The proposed Mandate/Responsibilities are: completion of a
draft Uxbridge Tourism Plan; coordination of the Tourism Ambassador program; liaison and
coordination with Region of Durham Department of Tourism and Economic Development and Central
Counties; manage data relating to events, cultural sites and media mappings; coordinate and
evaluate promotion and marketing of events and sites; managing the execution of the Social Media
policy as related to Tourism initiatives; and coordinate the production of brochures and tourism-
related signage. We are looking for 6 to 8 members with Tourism/event/digital media expertise to join
the Board, with some representation from the following stakeholders: Trails Association, Chamber of
Commerce, BIA, Agriculture, Culture, Hospitality and Recreation.
Uxbridge Town Trails Committee
This Committee oversees the development of new recreational trails and maintenance of existing
trails in the urban area of the Town of Uxbridge. The Uxbridge Town Trails Committee meets 3 to 4
times per year, and includes representation from local conservation authorities, Township Council,
Township Staff, and Trail Volunteers. Committee members may also sit on additional working groups

and assist with trail projects throughout the year. Community residents who are interested in trail
development and are able to participate actively in discussions and projects would be most welcome.
Goodwood Community Association
The purpose of this Committee is to make recommendations to Township staff for improvements to
the facility and its operation, as well as bring any matters of concern to the immediate attention of
staff. This committee will actively promote the use of the Community Centre by the community and
various users so that the facility is utilized as much as possible. Meetings are conducted once a
month.
Sandford Community Association
The purpose of this Committee is to make recommendations to Township staff for improvements to
the facility and its operation, as well as bring any matters of concern to the immediate attention of
staff. The goal is to actively promote the use of the Community Centre by the community and various
users so that the facility is utilized as much as possible. Meetings are conducted once a month.
Zephyr Community Association
The purpose of this Committee is to make recommendations to Township staff for improvements to
the facility and its operation, as well as bring any matters of concern to the immediate attention of
staff. This committee will actively promote the use of the Community Centre by the community and
various users so that the facility is utilized as much as possible. Meetings are conducted once a
month.