The Heritage Committee is appointed by Council under the authority of the Ontario Heritage Act. The Committee advises Council on matters related to the Act. It may also advise Council about properties in the Town of Essex that have cultural heritage value, which the Town or property owner may wish to preserve or protect from destruction or harmful change by passing a Heritage Designation By-Law.
*All Committee Members will be required to attend one training session.
Please note that submitting an Application does not guarantee appointment to the Committee.
The Term of Office for this Committee coincides with the Term of Office for Council and shall be from November 15, 2022 to November 14, 2026.
View the proposed Terms of Reference and Learn More about the Essex Heritage Committee.
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