Responsibilities
·       Generally act as advisory committee to the Council on issues that affect the department (incl. policy and fee schedules)
·       Provide input to the Council related to budget preparation including both operational and capital projects
·       Review existing practices and policies of the department and make recommendations to improve the delivery of services to the public
·       Bring forward and discuss concerns raised by taxpayers or staff that may affect the operation of the department
·       Review and recommend long range planning, including pending and proposed capital purchases and replacements
Membership
·       The Committee shall be composed of 2 Councillors, Public Works Superintendent, Works Lead-hand and 1 member of the public
·       One of the Councillors shall be appointed as the Committee Chair and the other as a Vice-Chair
·       Secretary shall be appointed by Council
Meeting Schedule
·       Meetings shall be held monthly or called by the Chair as required
Reporting
·       The Public Works Superintendent shall provide a written activity report at each committee meeting. 
·       Public Works Superintendent’s attendance at Council meetings may be required
·       The Chair is responsible for regular reporting to Council regarding the operation of the Works Department
·       Council shall receive minutes of all committee meetings
Compensation
·       Compensation to be determined by Council