Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions

October 17, 2018

The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions.

 

Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)

Seeking two (4) Applicants. 

The purpose of BPAC is to advise the Mayor and City Council Members, the City of Columbia transportation planning staff; community organizations; and partners on bicycling and pedestrian issues facing the city; to work toward development of bicycle/pedestrian master plan; to represent community and constituent interests in transportation planning decisions; and to provide feedback to staff on projects relating to walking and bicycling. Current appointees need to re-apply for consideration. Term – 2 years.

 

Board of Zoning Appeals Form Based Codes

Seeking five (5) Applicants.

The City of Columbia is accepting applications for the Board of Zoning Appeals Form Based Codes. Applicants being sought must meet the following criteria: an architect, a landscape or urban planner, an attorney, and an individual involved in real estate.

The purpose of the Board of Zoning Appeals Form Based Codes is to hear and decide appeals when it is alleged that there is an error in any order, requirement, decision or determination made the zoning administrator or the Consolidated Review Committee in the enforcement of the code when the property is governed by a form based code. Term – 3 years.

 

Central Midlands Regional Transportation Authority (The COMET)

Seeking one (1) Applicant. 

The purpose of this board is to promote transportation opportunities for all citizens within the service area which consists of Richland County and limited service into Lexington County. This is done by providing transportation services and encouraging the cooperation and coordination of existing transportation providers. Applicant must reside within the City limits. Term – 3 years.

 

Columbia Housing Authority Commission

Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. Applicant must reside within the city limits. The mission of the Columbia Housing Authority is “to meet the emerging affordable housing needs of low to moderate-income individuals and families in Columbia and Richland County while promoting self-reliance and improving their quality of life”. Term – 5 years.

 

Greater Columbia Community Relations Council

Seeking three (3) Applicants for Re-Appointment/Appointment. Applicant must reside within the city limits.

The purpose of this Council is to study and evaluate information concerning community relations issues within the community and to formulate and submit opinions and recommendations as to possible courses of action that appear in the best interest of the community as a whole. Term – 3 years.

 

Midlands Authority for Conventions, Sports and Tourism

Seeking one (1) Applicant for Appointment. Applicant must be working in the Lodging Industry. Applicants must work/reside within Columbia city limits.

The mission of the Midlands Authority for Conventions Sports and Tourism includes: directing and managing the activities and mission of the Columbia Metropolitan Convention and Visitors Bureau, the Columbia Regional Sports Council and the Columbia Regional Visitors Center; and overseeing the development and operation of the Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center under a long-term management agreement for the benefit of the Governmental Entities: City of Columbia, Lexington County and Richland County. Term – 3 years.

 

Transportation Penny Advisory Committee

Seeking one (1) Applicant. 

The mission of the Transportation Penny Advisory Committee will be to review, comment on, and provide recommendations on the Transportation Penny to Richland County Council. They will meet on a quarterly basis and may call special meetings as needed. Applicant must reside within the city limits. Term – 5 years.

 

Deadline –Applications are due no later than November 2, 2018 at 5pm.

For applications and more information contact Ashley Jenkins at (803) 545-3026 or send a request to [email protected] You can also visit our website at http://www.columbiasc.net/boards-commissions to download an application.