City Seeks Civic-Minded Community Members to Fill Six Seats on City Boards and Commissions
March 30, 2022 — The City of Wilsonville is recruiting applicants interested in serving on the City boards and commissions that provide guidance and oversight of City programs.
New terms begin in July 2022 for six open seats on three of the City’s boards. Members typically attend evening meetings (no more than once a month) and assist in making policy recommendations to the City Council.
“We rely on the valuable leadership, innovation and community oversight that our board members provide,” Wilsonville Mayor Julie Fitzgerald said. “Their critical insight helps us sustain a high quality of life. Anyone passionate about community involvement should consider applying.”
Positions to be filled include:
- Three seats on the Tourism Promotion Committee
- Two seats on the Library Board
- One seat on the Budget Committee
Qualified applicants are to be interviewed by Mayor Fitzgerald, who then makes appointment recommendations to City Council that must be approved by a majority vote.
The application deadline, for new applicants as well as those existing members seeking re-appointment, is Saturday, April 30. Applications are available and may be completed online at ci.wilsonville.or.us/boardsapp.
Diversity within the City’s Boards and Commissions is critical to ensure that City policies and programs serve people of every race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion and ability. People of all races, genders, ages and nationalities are encouraged to apply.
Even when no active recruitment activities are taking place, anyone interested in being considered for a future opening on a City board may submit an application, which is kept for one year to be considered as other positions become available.
Board service is one of many ways that volunteers improve the Wilsonville community, enhancing the City’s ability to serve residents, businesses and visitors. For more information on volunteer opportunities, visit ci.wilsonville.or.us/volunteer.
For additional information on applying for board service, contact Kimberly Veliz, City Recorder, at 503-570-1506; cityrecorder@ci.wilsonville.or.us.
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