Open Seats On City Commissions Include Planning Commission, Appeals Board

A good way to step forward and be involved in public life in our community is to volunteer for one of the many boards and commissions that advise (and, in some cases, make decisions) on important city issues. There are a number of current vacancies.This from the City of Rockville:>

The City of Rockville is now accepting applications for openings with several of its boards and commissions, including the Planning Commission and Board of Appeals.

The Planning Commission is a seven-member board made up of community members who are interested in the long-range vision for the City. The commission has an important role in the future development and redevelopment of the City. It also makes decisions about land use, master plans and the components of the master plan that make up the City.

Commission members serve staggered five-year terms. They also elect their own chairperson. The commission usually meets the second and fourth Wednesday of the month.

The Board of Appeals has openings for two seats, one of which is an alternate position on the board. The Board of Appeals is a three-member group, with one alternate, charged with hearing and deciding all appeals and applications for variances and special exceptions, as provided for in the Zoning Ordinance or other ordinances for the City of Rockville.

Board of Appeals members serve three-year staggered terms. The board usually meets the first Saturday of the month with the exception of August.

Other boards and commissions with positions available are:

• Animal Matters Board
• Compensation Commission
• Human Rights Commission
• Human Services Advisory Commission
• Personnel Appeals Board
• Recreation and Parks Board
• Rockville Housing Enterprises
• Rockville Seniors Inc.
• Senior Citizens Commission
• Sign Review Board
• Traffic and Transportation

Residents interested in applying for any of the board or commission openings can call the City Clerks’ Office at 240-314-8280. You will need to submit an Expression of Interest form, which can be found here (pdf). A resume is also appreciated.

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