Volunteer panel created in Burlington to advise on city services

A new community panel will have the opportunity to advise and give feedback on city issues and topics.

And now, Burlington is looking for volunteers to serve on the panel.

“It’s important to provide city services and programs that reflect our diverse community,” reads the public invitation to potential panel members. “We want to hear all viewpoints. One of the ways the city can help capture the diverse voices is through establishing a new Community Panel. The representative feedback provided by residents on the panel will assist Burlington city council and staff to make decisions that best reflect the Burlington community.”

The opportunity to apply to be a volunteer on the panel is open to residents and Burlington business and property owners aged 14 years and older, of all genders, cultures, identities, and abilities. There is no limit to the number of panel members. 

Here are the steps to get involved:

1. Visit getinvolvedburlington.ca/communitypanel to apply.
2. Choose the topics of interest. Applicants will be asked to identify the types of city projects and initiatives that matter to them the most.
3. Be at the ready to share ideas and feedback. Successful applicants may be called on to share their input, based on the topics of interest they choose. Panel members will be selected based on the engagement need and alignment with participants’ expertise. Both online and in-person engagement opportunities are available.
4. Participate as their schedule allows. There is no specific time commitment for being a member of the Community Panel.