[Press Release] : FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Boards and commissions applications are available

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Boards and commissions applications are available

COLUMBIA, MO (July 20, 2011) - The Columbia city clerk is accepting applications for boards and commissions. Applications must be received by the clerk's office, 701 E. Broadway, 2nd floor, by noon on Friday, Aug. 5. Applications are available at the clerk's office or on the city's website at www.GoColumbiaMo.com on the City Council page. The following are current boards and commissions openings:  

*The Board Of Health has three vacancies with terms to expire Aug. 31, 2014. One member must be a dentist and the other two must have an interest in public health. The board acts in an advisory capacity to the Council on matters pertaining to public health and animal control. Monthly meetings are held the second Thursday at 5:30 p.m.  

*The Board Of Mechanical Examiners has two vacancies with terms to expire June 17, 2014. One member must be a general contractor not in the HVACR business and one must be a HVACR journeyman mechanic. Both must be residents of the city of Columbia. The board is empowered to give examinations for mechanical heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration licenses and certificates. Monthly meetings are held the second Tuesday at 5 p.m.  

*The Building Construction Codes Commission has five vacancies with terms to expire Aug. 1, 2012, Aug. 1, 2013, and Aug. 1, 2014. One regular and one alternate electrician are needed. One alternate is also needed from each of the following categories: professional engineer (experience in electrical/mechanical), master plumber and fire expert. The commission periodically reviews and makes recommendations relating to building construction codes. Monthly meetings are held the fourth Monday at 4:30 p.m.

*The Columbia Vision Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire Dec. 15, 2011, and Dec. 15, 2012, for the coordinating committee. Members must have demonstrated a commitment to the visioning process. Candidates will be evaluated on the ability to work with data and understand systematic relationships, the ability to work collaboratively, management skills, independence, existing memberships or positions and contributions to the diversity of the commission. The commission tracks, monitors and assists with the implementation of the visioning process. Meetings are held the last Monday of the month at 5:30 p.m.

*The Community Development Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire Nov. 1, 2011. The member must be a resident and qualified voter of Ward 5, and shall not serve on the board of directors or be employed by any agency which applies for funding through the commission or which receives funding upon recommendation of the commission. The commission acts in an advisory capacity in all matters pertaining to community development. Monthly meetings are held on call.  

*The Human Rights Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire March 1, 2014. The member must have demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights and a belief in the principles of equal opportunity, and must be a resident of the city. The commission advises the Council on human rights issues and reviews and makes decisions regarding complaints of discrimination filed with the city. Monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. 

*The Historic Preservation Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire Sept. 1, 2014. Members must have an interest in historic preservation and represent disciplines such as architecture, design, law, real estate appraisal, construction/general contracting or be a layperson active in historic preservation. The commission makes recommendations to the Council regarding historically significant structures. Monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday at 7 p.m. 

*The Public Transportation Advisory Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire March 1, 2012. The commission advises staff with regard to transit policy and safety matters concerning all forms of transit issues affecting the city, studies issues arising under the Columbia Transit Master Plan as they relate to transportation and makes recommendations to the City Council. Meetings are held the last Thursday of the month at 6:30 p.m.

*The Tax Increment Financing Commission has two vacancies to be appointed by the mayor with consent of the City Council with terms to expire Sept. 1, 2015. The commission serves as an advisory body to the City Council as it relates to the consideration of tax increment financing proposals submitted by interested parties or initiated by any public agency in accordance with the Real Property Tax Increment Allocation Redevelopment Act. Meetings are held on call.



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