The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee is a volunteer committee established to provide input to City Council and staff on matters relating to the natural environment and infrastructure.
The Committee shall meet approximately six times per year, or at the call of the Chair. For a schedule of upcoming meetings view our meeting calendar and for more information read the committee's agendas and minutes to stay informed.
The Committee shall conduct its meetings in accordance with and otherwise comply with the City of St. Catharines Simplified Meeting Procedures for advisory bodies.
The Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee will:
Recruitment has ended. The names of the members will be posted once they are approved by City Council.
The membership term for the committee lasts for the term duration of City Council or as determined by Council.
The Committee shall be comprised of up to 8 citizen members who have a demonstrated interest and commitment to the delivery of environmental stewardship best practices. A cross-section of members with skill sets, knowledge or experience representing as many of the following fields is desirable:
The committee will collectively be comprised of a balanced representation of the community either as a resident, worker or business owner in the municipality.
Advisory agencies may be represented on an as-needed basis. Advisory agencies are non-voting and do not count towards quorum.
The committee reports directly to City Council.
A Staff Liaison shall be assigned to the Environmental Stewardship Advisory Committee by the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer to provide administrative support.
Additional staff resources as required from time to time will be provided by the relevant department(s).