The Finance Committee is an advisory committee and local board.
It assists, advises and makes recommendations to Council regarding the fulfillment of Council’s oversight responsibilities relative to City financial reporting, external audit requirements, asset management, internal controls, and compliance with financial regulations and policies.
The Finance Committee provides a forum for communication between Council, the External Auditor and Management, and facilitates an impartial, objective and independent review of financial management practices.
Governance
The Finance Committee is comprised of:
- Mayor
- 2 council members (+1 alternate)
The following staff members will also serve on the Committee:
- Chief Administrative Officer
- Director of Finance/Treasurer
- Manager of Finance/Deputy Treasurer
- Accounting Coordinator
As of June 11, 2025 its members are:
- His Worship Mayor Ellis
- Councillor Carr
- Councillor Enright-Miller, Chair
- Councillor Thompson, Alternate
Term: Term of Council (4 years)
Meetings
Meetings are held every other month on at 4:30 PM in the Sir Mackenzie Bowell (SMB) room on the 3rd floor of City Hall located at 169 Front Street, Belleville, ON., K8N 2Y8. Meetings are open to the public.
Work
- Financial Statements
- Operating budget & progress reports
- Capital budget & progress reports
- Asset Management Plan
- Reserve Fund Balances
- Purchase Order Reports
- Departmental Operating Plan & KPIs
- Selecting and dismissing the external auditor
Terms of Reference
Staff contact
Jennifer Knight – Coordinator – Revenue & Customer Service
613-967-3200 extension 3213
