POLICE SERVICES BOARD
The Cobourg Police Services Board (The Board) is the civilian body that governs the management of the Police Service. As mandated by the Ontario Police Services Act, the Board consists of five members, two appointed by the Province of Ontario and three chosen by Regional Council.
The Board ensures the delivery of adequate and effective policing by appointing members to the service, working with the Chief to identify objectives and priorities and creating policies for service members to follow. The Board may give orders or direction, but only to the Chief and not to any other member of the service.
The Police Services Act does not permit the Board to direct the Chief with respect to operational decisions or with respect to the day-to-day operation of the service.
The Act requires that the Board consist of two Members of Council, a person appointed by Council, and a person(s) appointed by the Lieutenant Governor in Council.
TO CONTACT THE BOARD
Board Telephone: 905-372-1971 or (905) 372-6821 (ext. 2271)
Board Email: sue.bernardi@cobourgpsb.com
Board Notices and Highlights
The Cobourg Police Services Board shares important notices and meeting highlights to inform the public about the Board’s activities and priorities.
RFP Notice (January 16, 2022) — The Cobourg Police Service Board (CPSB) is soliciting written proposals from interested suppliers for a Facility Condition Assessment and Functional Space Analysis in the Town of Cobourg. Click here for more details.
Budget Notice (January 13, 2022) — Chair Dean Pepper, Chief of Police Paul VandeGraaf and Deputy Chief Jeff Haskins will present the Cobourg Police Service’s 2023 draft budget to Cobourg Town Council at the Regular Council meeting scheduled for Monday, January 16, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. Click here for meeting agenda and slide deck.
Strategic Initiatives and Projects
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STRATEGIC PLANNING
The Cobourg Police Services Board and the Cobourg Police Service are proud to present the 2022-2025 Strategic Plan.
The Strategic Plan outlines five goals that provide direction to CPS in serving the residents of the Town of Cobourg over the next four years. The goals are Collaboration, Innovation, Operational Excellence, Our People, and Public Trust and Commitment.
To learn more about the strategic planning process click here
Governance
Terms of Reference
Meetings
2024
- TUESDAY JANUARY 16
- + TUESDAY FEBRUARY 20
- + TUESDAY MARCH 19
- + TUESDAY APRIL 16
- + TUESDAY MAY 21
- TUESDAY JUNE 18
- TUESDAY JULY 16
- TUESDAY AUGUST 20
- TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 17
- TUESDAY OCTOBER 15
- TUESDAY NOVEMBER 19
- TUESDAY DECEMBER 17
Meeting Information
Click here for Cobourg Police Services Board meetings minutes and agendas.
Dates and Location
Date: Third Tuesday of every month
Time: 9:00AM
Location: 739 D’Arcy Street, Cobourg, Venture 13, CPS Corporate Services Board Room, 2nd Floor
*Schedule is subject to change and notice will be provided on the Cobourg Police Services Board webpage.
Request to Speak at a Board Meeting
A delegation is an opportunity to appear before the Board to present information or an opinion on a matter. The purpose of the delegation process is to allow residents to make their views known to the Board.
Members of the public may request delegation status by email and must register in advance to give a deputation before the Board by emailing Sue Bernardi, Executive Assistant, at sue.bernardi@cobourgpsb.com.
The delegation(s) shall provide written notice of their request on or before 5:00 p.m. the Wednesday preceding the regular meeting.
Delegations are subject to the following:
Cobourg Police Services Board Members
Ronald Kerr
Chair
About Ronald Kerr
Ron comes from a military background and moved frequently during his formative years.
After graduating from Trenton High School, Ron attended the University of Toronto, graduating in 1966 with a Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree. Upon graduation from University he served in the Canadian Forces Dental Corps for 5 years. He moved to Cobourg in 1971 and opened a private dental practice which he operated for 30 years.
Ron has always attempted to play an active role, both locally and provincially, for a number of years he volunteered as a soccer coach and swim meet official. In 2011 he received a Volunteer Service Award from the Ontario Minister of Citizenship and Immigration in recognition of his work with the Golf Association of Ontario. Ron has in the past and continues to make significant contributions as a 30 year member of The Rotary Club of Cobourg.
Ron has twenty years of experience as a Board member, having served on the Boards of the Northumberland YMCA, the Dalewood Golf Club and currently sits on the Board of The Rotary Club of Cobourg. He also has considerable administrative experience having served as a Tribunal member with the Office of The Commissioner of Review Tribunals for six years, a quasi-judicial body which dealt with Canada Pension Plan Disability and Old Age Security Appeals, a role which required the understanding and administration of complex legislation.
Adam Bureau
Vice Chair
About Adam Bureau
Adam Bureau is a dedicated business owner with 16 years of experience managing Downtown Cobourg. He is currently serving his second term on the council, exhibiting a strong commitment to enhancing the community. In his previous term on council, Adam diligently championed culture and tourism, and he now undertakes the pivotal responsibility of leading protection services, prioritizing the safety and well-being of citizens. Adam has served as a member of the Cobourg Police Services Board since 2023 and will serve as the Vice-Chair for 2024.
Sean Graham
Board Member
About Sean Graham
He is an advocate of community involvement and served as a Big Brother, has coached minor sports locally, and was an active member with the St. Vincent’s Kitchen, where he volunteered for many years preparing food and helping those in need.
He attended Jefferson College in New York, where he studied criminal justice.
Once back in Canada, Graham attended Durham College and the University of Ontario Institute of Technology while working on initiatives with youths at risk, where he initiated sports programming and personal mentoring programs.
He has also taken courses with the Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN) and completed studies in operations management and project management, where he acquired a strong knowledge in budgeting and scheduling, managing project risk and changes and planning and initiating projects.
Graham is currently employed as a member with the Nuclear Security Response Force, with prior experience with an emergency response team fire rescue and served as a nuclear security officer.
Dean Pepper
Board Member
About Dean Pepper
Dean always played an active role in the community through membership and directorship of various organizations, including the Rotary Club of Cobourg and the Northumberland Hills Hospital Board. His activities also include 17 years as an elected municipal Councilor for the Town of Cobourg. In this capacity, he served on a broad range of municipal committees including 10 years as council coordinator for the Protection Services portfolio – inclusive of policing.
Dean was the originating Chairperson of the Cobourg Police Services Board, established in 1992. In this capacity he served both local and provincial communities as a Director of the Ontario Association of Police Services Boards. Associated committee work included the Solicitor General Committee for Police Equipment and Chairman of Cobourg’s 911 Implementation Committee. These experiences gave him a deep appreciation, understanding and respect for how policing and safety contribute to the quality of life in our community.
Nicole Beatty
Deputy Mayor
About Nicole Beatty
Nicole Beatty is a Certified Fundraising Executive (CFRE) who has raised over $30 million for causes worldwide and involved in the creation of three charities and one social enterprise. She is an active community leader in Northumberland, contributing as an inaugural board member for SONG, co-founding Cultivate Festival, starting 100+ Women Who Care Northumberland and Think Tiny Homes Northumberland, and serving as the volunteer ED for Local Food for Local Good.
Nicole manages her own consultancy, Capacity for Community, and is a registered coach with Innoweave, a social innovation network funded by the McConnell Foundation. She specializes in capacity building, strategic and operational planning, leadership training, program design, impact evaluation and fundraising services for charitable and non-profit organizations, social enterprises and other community-minded businesses and professionals. Her sectors of expertise include food security, housing, poverty reduction, healthcare, gender equity, youth empowerment, and arts and culture.
In 2018, Nicole was elected municipal Councillor for her hometown, Cobourg, Ontario, and appointed the Planning and Heritage portfolio. In 2022, Nicole was elected Deputy Mayor. Nicole is an avid reader and writer, community connector, and loves outdoor adventures, yoga and bicycles. Nicole earned her BA Hons from the University of Ottawa and received a post-graduate certificate from Ryerson University. She is the author of several e-learning modules for CharityVillage and is a delegate for the 2020 Governor General’s Canadian Leadership Conference.
Nicole lives in Cobourg with her husband Damien and their adopted dog, Chevy.
Sue Bernardi
Executive Assistant
About Sue Bernardi
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Board News
Ronald Kerr Re-elected Chair of the Cobourg Police Services Board in 2024
Ron Kerr and Adam Bureau were elected Chair and Vice-Chair at the January police services board...
Cobourg Police Services Board Announces Request For Proposal Respondents
The Cobourg Police Service RFP for Facility Condition Assessment and Functional Space Analysis...
Ronald Kerr Appointed Chair of the Cobourg Police Services Board in 2023
Ron Kerr and Dean Pepper were elected Chair and Vice-Chair at the January police services board...
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