Applications Sought for El Cerrito's Boards, Commissions and Committees

The El Cerrito City Council is seeking applicants interested in serving on its Boards, Commissions and Committees. The City has 13 boards, commissions and committees and three regional bodies on which approximately 80 residents serve as members. There are several existing vacancies with more vacancies scheduled as terms expire at the end of the year. If you are interested in serving on a Board, Commission or Committee, please submit an application to the City Clerk, 10890 San Pablo Avenue, El Cerrito, CA 94530.

Vacancy information and application forms may be obtained by contacting the City Clerk at 510-215-4305 or by downloading the application form from the City’s website at www.el-cerrito.org/commissions.

The deadline for receipt of applications is noon on Monday, December 8, 2014 to be considered during the next review. Brief interviews are expected to be scheduled with the City Council in January 2015. For additional information please contact the El Cerrito City Clerk at 215-4305.

Members of Boards, Commissions and Committees provide an invaluable service to our community. The detailed study and considered recommendations of our local advisory bodies are often catalysts for innovative programs and improved services.

Serving as a commissioner or committee member can be a rewarding experience for community service minded residents. It is an excellent way to participate in the functioning of local government and to make a personal contribution to the improvement of our community. Commissioners are appointed by the City Council for terms of four years. Commission meetings are generally held once a month during evening hours.

Vacancies:

· Arts & Culture Commission (2 Vacancies)

· Citizens Street Oversight Committee (2 Vacancies)

· Civil Service Commission (3 Vacancies)

· Committee on Aging (1 Vacancy)

· Crime Prevention Committee (9 Vacancies)

· Design Review Board (1 Vacancy)

· Economic Development Board (5 Vacancies)

· Environmental Quality Committee (5 Vacancies)

· Human Relations Commission (4 Vacancies)

· Parks and Recreation Commission (2 Vacancies)

· Planning Commission (2 Vacancies)

· Tree Committee (5 Vacancies)

· Contra Costa Transportation Authority Citizens Advisory Comm.

· WCC Citizens Bond Oversight Committee – Delegate and Alternate

Information submitted City of El Cerrito

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