Call for Volunteers: Citizen Review Committee on Council Remuneration
The Municipality of Chatham-Kent (the “Municipality”) is seeking engaged and knowledgeable individuals to serve on a Citizen Review Committee (the “Committee”) tasked with reviewing Council remuneration.
Since the last review, the Municipality has completed a third-party review of its Council composition and ward boundaries, resulting in a reduction from 18 to 15 Council members and an increase from 6 to 8 wards, effective for the 2026–2030 term. These changes aim to enhance equitable and effective representation for residents in the upcoming municipal elections.
The Committee will be reviewing current Council remuneration, assessing its competitiveness against comparable municipalities, and providing recommendations for potential adjustments. We are looking for up to six (6) residents who represent a cross-section of communities across Chatham-Kent. Ideal candidates will possess a strong foundational understanding of municipal governance, remuneration structures, and/or business acumen. Applicants are asked to submit their application form highlighting their relevant experience and qualifications. Only selected committee members will be contacted.
Committee Commitment Information:
Application Period: September 29 – October 17, 2025
Meeting Schedule: 4 to 5 meetings between November 3 and December 31, 2025
Outcome: The Committee will present its recommendations to current Council for the 2026–2030 term.
The application form is available at any Chatham-Kent Municipal Centre or Municipal Information Desk and on the Committees of Council section of the Chatham-Kent website https://www.chatham-kent.ca/localgovernment/council/Pages/Committees-of-Council.aspx
Application Form must be received by the end of business day, 4:30 p.m., Friday, October 17, 2025 at any Municipal Centre or Municipal Information Desk, by fax to 519.436.3237, email: ckclerk@chatham-kent.ca or by mail to the Judy Smith, Clerk, Municipality of Chatham-Kent, 315 King Street West, P.O. Box 640, Chatham ON, N7M 5K8.
Questions: email CKckerk@chatham-kent.ca or call 519-360-1998
