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

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Boards and commissions applications are available 

COLUMBIA, MO (May 23, 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, June 8. 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 Mechanical Examiners has two vacancies with terms to expire June 17, 2014. One member must be an HVACR journeyman mechanic and one must be a general contractor not in the HVACR business. 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, 2013. 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 C.A.R.E. Advisory Board has one vacancy with the term to expire March 1, 2014. The member must be interested in promoting the C.A.R.E. program to current and prospective employers in Columbia and Boone County. The board advises the Council on matters pertaining to the C.A.R.E. program. Meetings are held at least quarterly.

*The Columbia Community Development Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire Nov. 1, 2012, and Nov. 1, 2014. One member is needed from Ward 5 and the other member may be from any ward. Both 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 Library District Board has three vacancies to be appointed by the mayor with terms to expire June 30, 2015. The members must reside within the Columbia Library District and shall hold no other office or position in city government. Duties include appointing the librarian and overseeing expenditures of library fund monies. Monthly meetings are held the first Thursday after the second Tuesday.

*The Columbia Vision Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire Dec. 15, 2013, and Dec. 15, 2014, for coordinating committee members. Members must be qualified voters residing within the city of Columbia or residents of Boone County not residing within the city limits of Columbia.  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 Commission on Cultural Affairs Standing Committee on Public Art  has one vacancy with the term to expire July 1, 2015. The member must be an artist. The committee makes recommendations to the Council regarding the city's Percent for Art Program. Meetings are held on call.

*The Comprehensive Plan Task Force has one vacancy. Consideration will be given to prior involvement in the visioning process, service on a city commission, professional credentials or participation in a civic, business or professional organization. The task force advises and assists the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council on all phases of the comprehensive plan development, including citizen involvement, public education and outreach, recruitment of volunteers and review of interim products. Meetings are generally held twice a month on Wednesday or Thursday evenings.

*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 in the 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. Meetings are held on call.

*The Railroad Advisory Board has two vacancies with terms to expire July 15, 2016. Members must have knowledge and interest in either railroad, shipping, transportation or business and be sympathetic with the principle of municipal ownership and operation of branch line rail operations. The board advises the Council on the operations and needs of the Columbia Terminal railroad. Meetings are held the second Thursday of the month at 8 a.m. at least once quarterly.

*The Storm Water Advisory Commission has two vacancies with terms to expire June 30, 2014. Members must be qualified voters and residents of the city for at least one year prior to appointment and be sympathetic with the principle of municipal storm water management that ensures sound and efficient management of the system. The commission advises staff with regard to policy and long-range goals in all matters concerning the storm water utility. 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 the age of 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 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.

*The Water and Light Advisory Board has one vacancy with the term to expire June 30, 2016. Members must be sympathetic with the principal of municipal operation of the water and light system and a qualified voter and resident of the city for at least one year prior to appointment. The board advises the Council on the operations and needs of the city's water and light system. Monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday at 8 a.m.



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