Committees and Boards

Volunteerism and involvement with Township committees and boards is a great way for local residents to get involved and learn about key Township issues and initiatives. 

Appointment to Advisory Committees, Boards and Task Forces

Recruitment and Appointment Policy

The purpose of Accessibility Advisory Committee (AAC) is to advise and assist Council in improving opportunities for persons with disabilities by promoting the implementation of the Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2001 (ODA) and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005 (AODA) in the Township of King. The Accessibility Advisory Committee is to act as an advisory committee to Council to advise on matters relating to access to Township programs and services for citizens of all abilities, including persons with disabilities.

• Accessibility Advisory Comm​​​ittee Members List

• Accessibility Advisory Co​mmittee Terms of Reference. 

Accessibility Page

The purpose of the Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC) is act as an advisory committee to advise and assist Council on matters relating to the Township of King’s heritage (pursuant to the Ontario Heritage Act) as well as to serve as a resource for the community on heritage-related matters relating to Part IV (the conservation of Properties of Cultural Interest) and Part V (heritage conservation districts) of the Ontario Heritage Act, and other such matters as the Council may specify by by-law. In addition, the mandate will include acting as a resource for citizens in matters pertaining to conservation, restoration and renovation of heritage properties. It will also work to raise awareness of the Township’s heritage in the community.

• Agendas and Upcoming Meetings

Heritage Advisory Committee M​​​embers​

The Heritage Advisory Committee (HAC) consists of six (6) appointed community representatives with a special interest in heritage and one (1) member of Council, having a total composition of seven (7) members. 

• Committee Member List

• ​Heritage Committee Terms of Reference

Committee Staff Contact:

Colin Pang

Heritage Planning Page

The Committee of Adjustment is an independent body appointed by Council, under authority granted by the Province of Ontario, to grant relief from the provisions of the Township’s Zoning By-law. The Committee of Adjustment is also empowered to grant consent for the severance of land. The committee is appointed to hear and adjudicate on applications in accordance with the Planning Act. The major criteria used to evaluate applications are contained within Section 45(1) of the Planning Act and are commonly referred to as the "four tests" of the Planning Act.

• Committee of Adjustment Members

Committee of Adjustment Website Page

The Holland Marsh Drainage System Joint Municipal Service Board is a joint partnership with the Township of King and the Town of Bradford West Gwillimbury. Its mission is to maintain and manage the Holland Marsh drainage system, to plan any future development for the Holland Marsh and tackle any possible environmental issues. Eligibility for this board requires members to be residents of King who are carrying on farming practices within the Holland Marsh.

Visit: hollandmarsh.org

Joint Municipal Services Board Term: 2022-2026

CITIZEN MEMBERS:

• William Eek
• Brian Visser

COUNCIL MEMBERS:

• Mayor Pellegrini
• Councillor Anstey

The King Township Public Library Board and its members’ duty is to provide comprehensive, effective and efficient public library service that reflects the community’s needs and builds community capacity. Public library boards are governing boards, legal corporations with the authority to make policy and to govern the Library’s affairs in compliance with the Public Libraries Act, RSO 1990, c. P.44. A critical aspect of the role is advocacy: KTPL’s Board Members promote and represent the Library to both existing and potential stakeholders, forging strong relationships that will support the strategic Vision, Mission and Values, as well as foster adherence to the principles of intellectual freedom.

Our Vision:

Access to Information Opens Doors

Our Mission:

Provide access to information, entertainment, and community spaces

Our Values:

Welcoming – equitable and accessible to all

Helpful – knowledgeably connect people to what they seek

Friendly – a warm greeting and responsive service

The Township of King Public Library Board term runs concurrent with Council. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of every month. No meetings are held during the months of July and August.​

​Library Board Members List 2022-2026

Citizen Members:

• Aleisha Richards
• Caroline Anderson
• Danielle Donadio
• Irene Degues
• Michael Tedesco
• Patti Skrypek
• Rose Grimaldi

Councillor Members:

• Mayor Steve Pellegrini
• Councillor Jordan Cescolini
• Councillor David Boyd

Library Board Meetings and Information