Take Part In City Government: San Clemente Planning Commission Openings

SAN CLEMENTE, CA — Have you ever thought about giving back to your community through service on one of the City’s Commissions or Committees? The City Clerk’s Office will accept applications for the following City service opportunities:

• Planning Commission – 4 vacancies for terms to expire June 30, 2019. The Planning Commission advises the Council on matters relating to the General Plan, zoning, Specific Plans, subdivisions and other types of land use issues. The Commission also reviews specific applications for conditional use permits, variances, site plan reviews, architectural issues and signs. The Commissioners receive $110 per regular meeting, not to exceed $220 per month.
• Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission – 4 vacancies for terms to expire June 30, 2019. The Beaches, Parks and Recreation Commission advises the City Council on matters pertaining to the planning, development and maintenance of parks, recreational facilities, parkways, medians and street trees. Commissioners receive $55 per meeting, not to exceed $55 per month.
• Golf Course Committee – 4 vacancies for terms to expire June 30, 2019. The Golf Course Committee advises the City Council on issues relating to the use and operation of the Municipal Golf Course. Committee members receive $55 per meeting, not to exceed $55 per month.
• Coastal Advisory Committee – 2 vacancies for terms to expire June 30, 2019. The Coastal Advisory Committee advises the City Council on coastal issues. Committee members receive $55 per meeting not to exceed $55 per month.
• Investment Advisory Committee – 1 vacancy for an Industry Specialist (City residency not required) for a term to expire June 30, 2019, and 2 vacancies for citizen members (one term to expire June 30, 2018 and the other term to expire June 30, 2019). The Investment Advisory Committee meets quarterly to review investment practices for performance and conformity to policies, and to review and make recommendations on the City’s investment policy.
• Human Affairs Committee – 4 vacancies for terms to expire June 30, 2019. The Human Affairs Committee advises the City Council on all matters pertaining to human needs within the community. Committee members receive $55 per meeting not to exceed $55 per month.

The City Council will interview candidates and make appointments at its meetings scheduled for June 26th and June 27th. Applicants will be notified relative to the date/time of their interview. You can request an application form by calling (949) 361-8200 or by sending an email to OjedaL@san-clemente.org. You could also download an application at: www.san-clemente.org

Applications must be received by the City Clerk’s Office by the close of business on Thursday, June 15, 2017

Photo: Suzanne Lamb, Train tracks on Calafia Beach, San Clemente, CA