Advertisement of vacancies on various boards and commissions
January 21, 2016
The City of Columbia is accepting applications to fill several vacancies on the following boards and commissions.
Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC)
Seeking several 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.
Columbia Tree and Appearance Commission
Seeking one (1) Applicant. Applicant must be a Developer/Realtor. Must be city resident.
The mission of the Columbia Tree & Appearance Commission is to protect, enhance and promote the City of Columbia’s natural resources and visual beauty. The purpose of the commission is to oversee the development and implementation of the beautification plan. Term – 3 years.
Hospitality Tax Advisory Committee
Seeking four (4) restaurant industry Applicants for appointment/re-appointment and three (3) at-large Applicants for appointment/re-appointment.
The purpose of this committee is to review applications for hospitality funding and make recommendations to Council for the disbursement of those funds. Term – 2 years.
Parks and Recreation Foundation
Seeking four (4) Applicants. Must be city resident.
Columbia Parks and Recreation Foundation enhances the leisure service opportunities in the City of Columbia by improving the scope and quality of educational and human development programs. It encourages, recruits, receives, and administers gifts, devises, and donations by deed, will or otherwise, for the advancement of the City of Columbia Parks & Recreation Department. Term – 3 years.
Property Maintenance Board of Adjustment and Appeals
Seeking seven (7) Applicants who are qualified by experience and training (i.e. architect, contractor, engineer, property manager) to pass on matters pertaining to property maintenance.
The purpose of the Property Maintenance Board of Adjustment and Appeals is to hear appeals of notices or decisions issued under the International Property Maintenance Code. Term – 3 years.
Transportation Penny Advisory Committee
Seeking one (1) Applicant for Re-Appointment/Appointment. Must be city resident.
The mission of the Transportation Penny Oversight 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. Term – five (5) years.
Deadline – Applications are due by February 8, 2016 at 5 p.m.
For more information, please contact Connie Bailey at 803-545-4268 or send an email to[email protected]. Visit ColumbiaSC.net/boards-commissions to download an application.
