Posted: February 4, 2010 12:00:53 PM PST
A number of vacancies on city boards, commissions and committees offer Bellingham citizens opportunities to serve their community.
Candidates for these positions must be current residents of the State of Washington, and have been so for at least three (3) years; must presently live within Bellingham City limits and have done so for at least two (2) years, unless otherwise specified; and be a registered voter and a U.S. Citizen.
Anyone with an interest in serving may pick up an application from the Mayor's office at City Hall, 210 Lottie Street, Second Floor, or print one from City's website at: http://www.cob.org/government/public/boards-commissions/index.aspx
Current opportunities
The advisory groups listed below have vacancies as of Feb. 3, 2010. Some vacancies have additional requirements, such as professional membership or expertise in a particular area.
Community Development Advisory Board
Commission Against Domestic Violence
Greenways Advisory Board
Lake Whatcom Watershed Advisory Board
Library Board
Mayor’s Neighborhood Advisory Commission/Sehome Neighborhood
Museum Society Board
Parks and Recreation Advisory Board
Tourism Commission
A comprehensive list of vacancies, meeting schedules, application process and more is posted on the Boards and Commissions page of the City website. For more information, contact the Mayor's office at 778-8100.
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Media Contact:
Tracy Lewis, Mayor's Office, 778-8100
