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1. How long does the appointment process take?

After the deadline for applications, staff liaisons will schedule interviews for the next month. An Agenda Bill to approve appointments will be prepared for a December City Council Meeting

2. Will I be contacted if I am not appointed?

A letter will be mailed to all applicants informing them if they were not appointed. Additionally, the City will keep applications on file for one year and those applications will be considered when vacancies arise.

3. After an appointment is made, how will the new member be contacted?

The new member will receive a letter via postal mail. A staff liaison will also contact the new member prior to the first meeting.

4. When can a new member begin their service?

Service begins at the first meeting of the board or commission, usually in January.

5. Can I apply for more than two boards?

You may apply for more than two boards, but you will need to complete another application.

6. If I am already serving on a board or commission do I need to reapply?

If your term is set to expire in December and you would like to continue to serve on the board, you must submit the application by the application deadline to be considered. This offers you an opportunity to highlight what skills you may have acquired since you were last appointed.