Council Size and Representation

Background

As the Town’s population, geographic diversity, and governance

responsibilities evolve, discussion has included whether the current

council structure reflects representation needs, workload distribution,

and the roles and responsibilities of council members and the lord mayor.

 

Topics Under Discussion

• How council size affects representation and responsiveness

• Council structures used in municipalities of similar size

• How representation across different communities within the Town is

achieved

• Factors that could guide a review of council structure

 

What the Next Council Will Address

The next council may consider whether the current council structure

aligns with representation and governance needs. Any changes to council

size or representation would follow provincial legislative requirements.