Committees/Task Forces
Advisory Committees
Advisory Committees to Council have their own mandate or 'Terms of Reference,' with committees comprised of two Council members (as Chair and Vice Chair), organization/business representatives, community representatives, and appropriate City staff.
Apply to volunteer on a City Advisory Committee!
The City is accepting volunteer applications for two important committees. We are looking for people with diverse experience and backgrounds who are available for meetings approximately once a month for 2 hours, or as needed, for a one-year term.
- Heritage Advisory Committee (meeting time: 3 pm)
- Public Safety Advisory Committee (meeting time: 8 am)
More information about each committee's purpose and areas of focus can be found by clicking on the links above. If you believe your work, education, or lived experience relates to one of these committees and you are interested in contributing your time to help shape City policies and projects, please download our application form below, or pick up a hard copy at City Hall (8550 Young Road):
Committee Application Volunteer Form
Completed applications can be submitted via email or dropped off at City Hall to:
- Attention: Administration Department (8550 Young Road)
- Email: [email protected]
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Volunteer Application Form 2025 | 2025-10-24 | 102KB |
Accessibility and Inclusion Advisory Committee
This committee will assist in identifying accessibility barriers for individuals using City of Chilliwack services, including parks and civic facilities, advise Council on how to remove and prevent those barriers, and advise on the development of an Accessibility Plan.
Affordable Housing & Development Advisory Committee
This committee serves as an advisory/liaison body between Council and the development, building, and real estate community.
Agricultural & Rural Advisory Committee
The committee looks at policy issues with respect to service delivery in rural areas and also provides advice to Council on matters relating to agriculture, agri-business and agri-tourism.
Chilliwack Parks and Trails Advisory Committee
This committee serves as an advisory/liaison body between Council and park/ trail users within the City.
Design Review Advisory Committee
The purpose of DRAC is to serve as an advisory body to Council for design related issues. They evaluate applications with respect to the form and character guidelines established in Development Permit Areas No. 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8. For each application the committee’s recommendations and the developer’s response will be summarized in a staff report for Council’s consideration.
Heritage Advisory Committee
The purpose of the committee is to provide recommendations to Council regarding the development of a Heritage Action Plan for Chilliwack.
Public Art Advisory Committee
The committee will be advisory to Council with respect to public art and policies and their application to promote and facilitate the integration of public art throughout the City of Chilliwack.
Public Safety Advisory Committee
The committee addresses bylaw matters related to public safety, downtown concerns, fire regulations and safety issues, as well as proceeds from crime.
Transportation Advisory Committee
The purpose of TAC is to serve as an advisory/liaison body between Council and the public. The committee will concentrate its efforts on policy and procedural issues relating to transportation, traffic management and transit.