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

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Boards and commissions applications are available

COLUMBIA, MO (November 23, 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, Dec. 9. 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 Adjustment has one vacancy with the term to expire Nov. 1, 2015. An alternate member to serve in absence of a regular member is needed. The member must be a resident of the city of Columbia. The board is responsible for hearing and deciding appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the zoning, planning and subdividing ordinances. Monthly meetings are held on the second Tuesday at 7 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 on the second Tuesday at 5 p.m.  

*The Boone County Community Services Advisory Commission has three vacancies with terms to expire Dec. 31, 2014. All must be qualified voters and residents of the City of Columbia. Members 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. (Each academic and administrative unit of the University of Missouri shall be considered a separate agency and each school of the Columbia Public School District shall be considered a separate agency.) The commission advises the city and county in all matters regarding the planning and contracting for human service programs to adequately meet the needs of the citizens. Monthly meetings are held the third Tuesday at 7 p.m. 

*The Building Construction Codes Commission has four vacancies with terms to expire Aug. 1, 2012, Aug. 1, 2013 and Aug. 1, 2014. One alternate is needed from each of the following categories: professional engineer (experience in electrical/mechanical), master plumber, electrician 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 Community Development Commission has three vacancies with terms to expire Nov. 1, 2012, Nov. 1, 2013 and Nov. 1, 2014. One member each is needed from Ward 4 and Ward 5, and one member may be from any ward. All must be qualified voters of the city 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 Columbia Special Business District Board has three vacancies with terms to expire Jan. 1, 2015. Members must be residents of the district or be employed by, own, manage or operate a business located within the Special Business District or must be an owner of real property within the Special Business District. The board makes recommendations to the Council regarding the Special Business District. Monthly meetings are held the second Tuesday at 4 p.m. 

*The Columbia Vision Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 15, 2013, for the coordinating committee. The member must be a resident of Boone County, not residing within the city limits of Columbia and 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 Disabilities Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire June 15, 2013. The member must have a significant disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act and be a resident of the city. The commission considers concerns relating to residents with disabilities. Monthly meetings are held the second Thursday at 3 p.m.  

*The Environment and Energy Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire June 1, 2013. The member must be a qualified voter of the city and should have knowledge in matters pertaining to the environment. The commission serves in an advisory capacity for all matters pertaining to environmental protection and conservation. Monthly meetings are held the fourth Tuesday at 7 p.m. 

*The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee has two vacancies with terms to expire Dec. 31, 2014. Both must be qualified voters and residents of the city for at least one year prior to appointment, and consideration will be given to a business owner. The committee makes recommendations on financial matters to the Council as needed. Meetings are held on call.

*The Firefighters' Retirement Board has one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 31, 2013. The member must be a registered voter and resident of the city. The board oversees and establishes policies for the fire retirement trust. Quarterly meetings are held on call. 

*The Mayor's Committee on Physical Fitness has four vacancies to be appointed by the mayor with terms to expire Nov. 30, 2014. The committee educates the public about the importance of regular physical fitness activity and promotes, initiates and encourages local physical fitness and sports programs in the community. Meetings are held the first Tuesday every other month at 12:30 p.m.; other meetings held as needed.

*The Police Retirement Board has one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 31, 2013. The member must be a registered voter and resident of the city. The board oversees and establishes policies for the police retirement trust. Quarterly meetings are held on call. 

*The Substance Abuse Advisory Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire Oct. 31, 2014. The member must be a student under age 25 and shall have demonstrated interest in and concern for substance and alcohol abuse programs in the community. The commission promotes coordination of programs intended to prevent and eliminate alcohol and substance abuse. Monthly meetings are held the second Wednesday at 12 p.m. 

*The Sustainable Farms and Communities, Inc. Board has two vacancies with terms to expire Dec. 31, 2013. Both must be residents of the city. Members are responsible for overseeing the future construction, maintenance and operations of a farmers market community center. The Sustainable Farms and Communities Inc. is a Missouri not-for-profit corporation. Meetings are held the second Wednesday of the month at 5:30 p.m.   



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