As set out in the legislation, the East Lennox and Addington County OPP Detachment Board’s role includes:
- Participating in the selection of the Detachment Commander;
- Determining objectives and priorities for police services after consultation with the Detachment Commander;
- Advising the Detachment Commander with respect to policing provided by the Detachment;
- Monitoring the performance of the Detachment Commander;
- Reviewing regular reports from the Detachment Commander regarding policing provided by the Detachment, and
- Providing an annual report to the member municipalities regarding the policing provided by the Detachment in their municipalities.
Along with its legislated duties, the OPP Detachment Board is considered a bridge between the community and police. The board provides a venue for the local municipalities to coordinate and collaborate on strategies to address common issues.