Committees
Committees & Boards
Committees play an important role in supporting Council and Administration by providing advice, community input, and operational support in specific areas of municipal service.
The Village of Borden uses a mix of municipal committees, Council advisory roles, and external boards to ensure good governance, community involvement, and responsible decision-making — while keeping clear lines of authority and accountability.
Municipal Committees
Municipal committees are established by bylaw or Council resolution and operate on behalf of the Village. Members are appointed by Council and work within approved Terms of Reference.
These committees support the delivery of municipal services and programs and may include community volunteers, Council members, or both. When acting within their approved scope, committee members are covered under the Village’s insurance.
Municipal committees may include:
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Fire Department
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Parks & Recreation Committee
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Cemetery Committee
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Museum Board
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Community Centre Preservation Committee
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Library Advisory & Programming Committee
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Asset Management Committee
Council Advisory Roles (Portfolios)
In addition to formal committees, Council may assign portfolio or advisory roles to Council members.
These roles are not standing committees and do not meet regularly. They are used as needed to support Administration and Council decision-making on matters such as:
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Finance and Budget
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Employee Relations / Human Resources
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Streets and Roads
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Water and Sewer
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Equipment and Buildings
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Marketing and Communications
Portfolio assignments help Council stay informed and engaged without creating unnecessary administrative complexity.
External Boards & Organizations
The Village also participates in a number of regional, provincial, or independent boards and organizations that are governed separately from the Village.
In these cases, Council may appoint a representative to participate on behalf of the Village. Appointment does not imply control over the organization, and each external body is responsible for its own governance and insurance.
Examples include:
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Regional emergency management organizations
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Regional fire and recreation boards
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Housing and library boards
Committees, Boards & Community Organizations – Overview
| Committee / Board / Organization | Type | Purpose |
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| Fire Department | Municipal Committee | Provides fire protection and emergency response services for the Village. |
| Parks & Recreation Committee | Municipal Committee | Supports recreation programming, parks, and community recreational facilities. |
| Cemetery Committee | Municipal Committee | Oversees cemetery operations, maintenance, and policies. |
| Museum Board | Municipal Committee | Supports the preservation, operation, and promotion of the Borden Museum. |
| Community Centre Preservation Committee | Municipal Committee | Assists with the care, preservation, and long-term planning of the Community Centre. |
| Library Advisory & Programming Committee | Municipal Committee | Supports library programming, events, and fundraising in coordination with the regional library system. |
| Asset Management Committee | Municipal Committee | Provides strategic oversight and advice related to municipal infrastructure and long-term asset planning. |
| Council Advisory Portfolios | Council Advisory | Council-assigned roles that support Administration and Council decision-making on specific topics (e.g., finance, infrastructure, HR). |
| Borden & District Emergency Planning Committee (EMO) | Regional / Legislated | Coordinates emergency planning and preparedness with regional partners as required by legislation. |
| Highway 16 Fire Commission | Regional Board | Regional coordination and governance for shared fire services. |
| Glenburn Regional Park Board | Regional Board | Supports the operation and governance of Glenburn Regional Park. |
| Housing Authority | Provincial Board | Provides oversight of provincially regulated housing services. |
| Lakeland Library Region Board | Provincial / Regional Board | Governs regional library services and policy. |
| Day Care | Independent Community Organization | Provides early childhood care and programming within the community. |
| Preschool Committee | Independent Community Organization | Supports preschool programming and early learning initiatives. |
| Regional / Private Care Home | Independent Community Organization | Provides residential care services independent of Village governance. |
| School Community Council | Independent Community Organization | Supports school engagement and parent involvement under the school division. |
How These Groups Differ
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Municipal Committees operate on behalf of the Village and are appointed by Council.
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Council Advisory Portfolios are informal, advisory roles and are not standing committees.
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Regional and Provincial Boards are governed independently, with Council appointing representatives where required.
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Independent Community Organizations operate separately from the Village and manage their own governance and insurance. The Village may support these groups through grants, partnerships, or collaboration.
Community Participation
Community involvement is encouraged across many municipal committees and organizations. Opportunities to participate are advertised as they arise, and residents are welcome to contact the Village Office to express interest.
All committees and boards operate within approved policies, bylaws, and Terms of Reference to ensure transparency, accountability, and effective use of public resources.
Looking for More Information?
For details on specific committees, appointments, or how to get involved, please contact the Village Office or refer to Council agendas and resolutions posted on the website.