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16 THE NEW TANNER THURSDAY, JANUARY 20, 2011 The Regional Municipality of Halton www.halton.ca Get Involved, Share Your IdeaS Halton Regional Council invites you to consider becoming part of a Citizens' Committee or Board to help provide input into the decision-making process. Appointed for a four-year term, members of these groups review and discuss many important issues. These appointments give Halton residents from a variety of backgrounds the opportunity to contribute their skills and perspective to enhance the quality of life in our community. Development Charges Advisory Committee (DCAC) Purpose: To advise and assist the Region with respect to preparation of the Development Charge Background Study, which is part of the Development Charges By-law update process. Members needed: 4 citizens Meetings: As needed during preparation of the Development Charge Background Study. Contact: Paula Kobli, Senior Advisor, Development, 905-825-6000, ext. 7184 Halton Agricultural Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Region in its effort to develop and maintain a permanently secure, economically viable agricultural industry as an important component of Halton's economic base. Members needed: 2 to 4 citizens from the agricultural community at large 2 citizens selected from the equine sector Meetings: First Tuesday of each month, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Contact: Stirling Todd, Senior Planner, 905-825-6000, ext. 7186 Elder Services Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise the Region on policy issues and services that affect Halton seniors. The Committee's goal is to promote the well-being and quality of life for seniors in the Region. Members needed: 8 to 10 citizens, including a minimum of 4 seniors (55 years plus) Representatives from the following: 1 ­ Seniors' Housing 4 ­ Regional/Local Not-for-Profit Community Service Providers Serving Seniors 1 ­ Private/Professional Community Service Serving Seniors 1 ­ Private Retirement Home 1 ­ Not-for-Profit Long-Term Care Facility 1 ­ Hospital Meetings: Second Tuesday of each month, from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Contact: Sue Haggith, Community Development Coordinator, 905-825-6000 ext. 7767 Halton Regional Forest Stewardship Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Region with respect to the implementation of the Halton Regional Forest Management Plan. Members needed: 4 citizens with interest or expertise in forest management and/or ecology Meetings: Quarterly, or as needed. Contact: Ron Reinholt, Regional Forester, 905-825-6000, ext. 7279 Inter-Municipal Advisory Committee on Sustainability (IMACS) Purpose: To provide leadership in guiding sustainability, facilitate coordination of best practices, and identify emerging sustainability initiatives in Halton. The Committee will also provide direction and advice on the development of a decision-making "Sustainability Lens" for Halton Region. Members needed: 4 citizens 1 representative of the development industry in Halton Meetings: Monthly, or as needed. Contact: Gena Ali, Manager, Office of Sustainable Planning, 905-825-6000, ext. 7865 Halton Housing Advisory Committee Purpose: To provide information and advice about housing and homelessness issues to the Region. The Committee is responsible for assisting in the ongoing implementation of Halton's Comprehensive Housing Strategy, the recommendations from the Halton Housing Task Force and other initiatives which address housing and homelessness issues in Halton. Members needed: 4 citizens 1 ­ Housing Development Industry 1 ­ Financial Institution or Business Community 6 ­ Non-government agency representatives from Emergency and/or Transitional housing, Assisted/Affordable housing, Accessible housing, and/or Supportive housing for people with mental illness Meetings: Third Wednesday of each month from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Contact: Sally Pincock, Housing Initiatives Coordinator, 905-825-6000 ext. 4447 Joint Municipal/Regional Waste Management Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Region on the minimization of waste going to the landfill site through such activities as reduction, reuse and recycling (3Rs) of solid waste generated in Halton. Members needed: 8 citizens, at least two of whom represent rural areas Meetings: Quarterly, or as needed, from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Contact: Shirley McLean, Supervisor, Waste Planning, 905-825-6000, ext. 8235 Halton Diversity Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Region in raising awareness of issues of diversity in the community while promoting respect, access and inclusivity for all Halton residents. Members needed: 8 citizens Meetings: Quarterly, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., or as required. Contact: Zerezghi Haile, Diversity Advisor, 905-825-6000, ext. 7972 Regional Waterfront Parks Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Region with respect to the development and management of the three Regional Waterfront Parks, being the Bronte Harbour, Burloak, and the Burlington Beach/Spencer Smith Waterfront Parks. Members needed: 5 to 8 members representing a cross-section of the community, merchant, business and resident interests Meetings: Quarterly, or as needed. Contact: Stirling Todd, Senior Planner, 905-825-6000, ext. 7186 Ecological and Environmental Advisory Committee Purpose: To advise and assist the Region with respect to the management and conservation of the natural environment of Halton. Members needed: Up to 14 citizens with expertise in an environmental discipline Meetings: Second Wednesday of each month, from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Contact: Gena Ali, Manager, Office of Sustainable Planning, 905-825-6000, ext. 7865 Regional Council wishes to ensure that its boards and committees reflect the diverse nature of its community and invites all residents of Halton to consider these opportunities. An Interview Committee of Regional Council will recommend qualified candidates for these positions to Regional Council. to apply: Application forms are available on our website www.halton.ca/advisoryCommittees, by e-mail to regionalclerk@halton.ca, or from the Office of the Regional Clerk, Halton Region, 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, during business hours from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Completed applications must be received at the Office of the Regional Clerk no later than Friday, February 4, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. Completed forms may be submitted on-line, by mail or by fax to 905-825-8838. Susan Lathan, Regional Clerk Please let us know as soon as possible if you will have an accessibility or accommodation need at a Halton Region hosted event or meeting. 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville, Ontario L6M 3L1 · Dial 311 or 905-825-6000 · Toll Free 1-866-442-5866 · TTY 905-827-9833 · www.halton.ca 200111