It raises funds through property taxes and user fees, and can borrow a limited amount through the Municipal Finance Authority of British Columbia to pay for capital costs.

[3] The council consists of the mayor plus 6 councillors elected at-large every 4 years on the third Saturday in October.

The committee looks at policy issues with respect to service delivery in rural areas and also provides advice to Council on matters relating to agriculture, agri-business and agri-tourism.

[9] The DRAC is a Select Committee established to advise Council on design related issues.

[10] The HAC advises Council on the implementation of the Heritage Strategic Action Plan and other related topics.

[12] The PSAC is a Select Committee focusing on current and emerging public safety issues.

The committee addresses bylaw matters, fire regulations, safety issues, and proceeds from crime.

The Committee advises on issues relating to transportation, traffic management and transit.

[14] On 26 April 1873, the "Corporation of the Township of Chilliwhack" (note the variant spelling) became one of the first municipalities incorporated by the Province of British Columbia.

The council was made up of six councillors, including John McCutcheon, who was elected the Township's first Warden.

The City of Chilliwack and the Township of Chilliwhack co-existed as separately administered municipalities until 1980.

The results for councillor were as follows: Top 6 candidates elected The estimated eligible voter turnout for 2008 was 24.3% which was 4.6% lower than the provincial average of 28.9%.

The total number of ballots cast was approximately 2,500 fewer than in 1990, despite an increase in population of about 10,000 residents during the same period.