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Boards and commissions applications are available

COLUMBIA, MO (August 18, 2010) - The Columbia city clerk is accepting applications for boards and commissions. Applications must be received by the clerk’s office, 701 E. Broadway, 2nd floor, by noon on Friday, Sept. 3. Applications are available at the clerk’s office or on the city’s website at www.GoColumbiaMo.com on the City Council page. The following are current boards and commissions openings:

The Board of Electrical Examiners has one vacancy with the term to expire Aug. 1, 2013. The member must be a layperson. The board is empowered to give examinations for electricians’ licenses and certificates. Meetings, when necessary, are held the third Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m.

The Board of Mechanical Examiners has one vacancy with the term to expire June 17, 2011. The member must be a general contractor not in the HVACR business and must be a resident of the city of Columbia. The board is empowered to give examinations for mechanical heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration licenses and certificates. Monthly meetings are held the second Tuesday at 5 p.m.

The Building Construction Codes Commission has three vacancies with terms to expire Aug. 1, 2013. Three alternate members (to serve in the absence of the regular member) are needed from each of the following categories: professional engineer (experience in electrical/mechanical), master plumber and landlord. The commission periodically reviews and makes recommendations relating to building construction codes. Monthly meetings are held the fourth Monday at 4:30 p.m.

The Comprehensive Plan Task Force has one vacancy. Consideration will be given to prior involvement in the visioning process, service on a city commission, professional credentials or participation in a civic, business or professional organization. The task force advises and assists the Planning and Zoning Commission and City Council on all phases of the comprehensive plan development, including citizen involvement, public education and outreach, recruitment of volunteers and review of interim products. Monthly meetings are held the second and fourth Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

The Convention and Visitors Advisory Board has seven vacancies with terms to expire Sept. 30, 2012. Three members must be owners or operators of a hotel or motel within the city limits. All shall have demonstrated by past activities an interest in the convention and tourism business. The board shall advise the city on the use of the funds created by the hotel and motel tax. Monthly meetings are held the last Monday at 12 p.m.

The Human Rights Commission has one vacancy with the term to expire March 1, 2011. Members shall have demonstrated a strong commitment to human rights and a belief in the principles of equal opportunity. The commission advises the Council on human rights issues and reviews and makes decisions regarding complaints of discrimination filed with the city. Monthly meetings are held the first Tuesday at 7 p.m.

The Internet Citizens Advisory Group has two vacancies with terms to expire Oct. 15, 2013. Members assess the user-friendliness and effectiveness of the city’s Internet activities. The group makes recommendations to staff and Council on resource priority for the city’s effective utilization of the Internet. Meetings are held every other month on the third Wednesday at 5 p.m.

The Mayor’s Committee on Physical Fitness has one vacancy to be appointed by the mayor with the term to expire Nov. 30, 2011. The committee educates the public about the importance of regular physical fitness activity and promotes, initiates and encourages local physical fitness and sports programs in the community. Monthly meetings are held as needed; quarterly meetings are held the first Tuesday of the designated month at 12:30 p.m.

The New Century Fund Board has three vacancies with terms to expire Sept. 30, 2013. One member must be a CPA, attorney or bank trust officer who has experience in the operation of a 501(c)(3) corporation or in the administration of a charitable trust. All should have an interest in the future of the city of Columbia and the funding needs required to achieve future success. All must be current residents and qualified electors of the city of Columbia. The New Century Fund Inc. is a Missouri not-for-profit corporation. Meetings are held on call.

The Personnel Advisory Board has two vacancies with terms to expire Sept. 30, 2013. Members shall have significant, substantive knowledge of social, legislative, political and administrative factors affecting personnel management and employee relations. All must be residents and registered qualified voters of the City. In addition, members must not hold a lucrative position in city government nor any other lucrative public office during their terms. The board advises the Council on its findings, opinions, various conclusions and recommendations on the status of the personnel system. Meetings are held on call.

The Source Water Protection Plan Task Force has three vacancies. Consideration will be given to prior service on a city board or commission, professional credentials or participation in a civic, business or professional organization. The task force will assist in the preparation of a source water protection plan as outlined by the Missouri Department of Natural Resources’ “Guidelines for Developing a Source Water Protection Plan.” Meetings are held on call.

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