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

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Boards and commissions applications are available

COLUMBIA, MO (March 21, 2012) - 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, April 6. 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 Airport Advisory Board has two vacancies with terms to expire May 16, 2016. Members must be registered voters of the city of Columbia and be familiar with the subject of aviation. The board makes recommendations to the Council for the development and use of the airport. Monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday at 12 p.m. at the airport.

*The Board of Adjustment has one vacancy with the term to expire May 1, 2017.  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 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 the second Tuesday at 5 p.m.  

*The Boone County Community Services Advisory Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 31, 2014. The member must be a qualified voter and resident of the city of Columbia 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. (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 one vacancy with the term to expire Nov. 1, 2014. The member must be a qualified voter and resident 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 Commission on Human Rights has one vacancy with the term to expire March 1, 2014. The member shall have demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights and a belief in the principles of equal opportunity and shall 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 Downtown Columbia Leadership Council has two vacancies with terms to expire May 1, 2015. One member must be a representative of a recognized neighborhood association and must submit a letter from an officer of the neighborhood association certifying he/she has been designated by the association as its representative. Members shall review the boundaries of an expanded downtown development area and work with others in creating a comprehensive downtown strategic plan. Members may also work on other projects as requested by Council. Monthly meetings are held the fourth Tuesday at 4 p.m.

*The Finance Advisory and Audit Committee has one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 31, 2014. The member must be a qualified voter and resident 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 Planning and Zoning Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire May 31, 2017. Members must be qualified voters and residents of the city for at least one year immediately prior to appointment and shall hold no other office or position in city government. The commission makes recommendations pertaining to planning and zoning related issues. Meetings are held on the Thursdays following Council meeting Mondays at 7 p.m.

*The Police Retirement Board has one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 31, 2012. 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 Public Communications Resource Advisory Committee has two  vacancies with terms to expire Dec. 31, 2013. At least one member is needed from Ward 1 or Ward 3, and the other member may be from any ward. Both must be qualified voters and residents of the city of Columbia and be experienced inthe field of communications, citizenship or management of not-for-profit organizations. Members shall not be paid officers or employees of the city, nor shall they serve on the board of directors or be employed by any entity that applies for funding through the committee or which receives funding upon recommendation of the committee. The committee advises the City Council in allocating designated revenue to entities that provide public communication services to Columbia citizens. Monthly meetings are held the third Thursday at 4 p.m.

*The Substance Abuse Advisory Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire Oct. 31, 2014. One member must be a student under age 25, and both members 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 one vacancy with the term to expire Dec. 31, 2013. The member must be a resident 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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