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Applicants are needed to fill vacancies on two Pierce County committees administered by the Department of Community Services.
The Lodging Tax Committee The has an opening for a representative from a business that collects lodging tax in the county and an at-large community representative. The committee meets three to four times a year. Members representing the lodging industry, the tourism industry and the general public, encourage and promote activities to increase tourism, evaluate funding applications, and make recommendations to Pierce County on the allocation of lodging tax dollars.
An application is available at http://www.piercecountywa.org/LTACMember, or by contacting Stephanie Bray at 253-798-6917 or sbray@co.pierce.wa.us.
The Allocation Advisory Committee for Prevention Programs has openings for new members who live in unincorporated areas of Pierce County. The committee meets monthly January through June. The committee advises the county on the use of tax dollars set aside for youth violence prevention programs. Members make a difference in the lives of children by increasing the understanding of the impact of violence prevention programs, evaluating funding applications and making recommendations on the allocation of the Criminal Justice Sales and Use Tax.
For more information, as well as an application, please go to http://www.piercecountywa.org/VPMember, or contact Stephanie Bray at 253-798-6917 or sbray@co.pierce.wa.us. CONTACT: Stephanie Bray, planner, Department of Community Services, at 253-798-6917 or sbray@co.pierce.wa.us.
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Firearms Advisory Commission seeks applicants
Help make recommendations to the County Council and Executive on laws regarding county firearm use.
Applications are being accepted to fill two positions as citizen representative on the Firearms Advisory Commission.
The commission handles petitions concerning the discharge of firearms in prohibited and restricted areas. It also reviews all proposed county legislation regarding firearms.
The term is four years and applicants must provide documentation of a safety firearm class or Washington hunter safety class.
The commission convenes as needed to review proposed legislation. The Pierce County Executive will make the appointments subject to County Council confirmation.
Applications are available online at: http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/xml/services/home/property/pals/pdf/firearmapp.pdf.
To receive an application by mail, call the Executive?s Office at 253-798-7477 or the Department of Planning and Land Services at 253-798-2785.
Applications should be returned by Sept. 25. CONTACT: Sean Gaffney, Senior Planner, Planning and Land Services at 253-798-2724
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Applicants needed for Land Use Advisory Commission
Applicants need for Land Use Advisory Commission Applicants are needed for vacancies on the Pierce County Land Use Advisory Commissions in the Frederickson, Gig Harbor, Graham, South Hill, Spanaway, Summit View and Summit Waller areas.
The land use advisory commissions meet monthly to review development applications and issues affecting their jurisdictional area. If you live in any of the areas above, please consider volunteering.
More information about Land Use Commissions can be found at www.piercecountywa.org/pals. To apply, contact the Planning and Land Services Department at (253) 798-2630 or (253) 798-7037. CONTACT: Cindy Anderson, Clerk to the Board, at (253) 798-2630.
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Applications are being accepted to fill two vacant positions on the Pierce County Landmarks and Historic Preservation CommissionAppointments are made by the County Executive with Council confirmation. The deadline for applying is Aug. 15.
The 11-member commission makes recommendations to the County Executive and Council on historic preservation-related matters. Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of the month from 6 to 7:30 p.m. in the County Annex, 2401 S. 35th St. The commission is comprised of seven council district representatives and four at-large members. Terms are three years.
Individuals who reside in Council Districts 1 and 7 and have expertise in history, historic architecture, archaeology and archival science are encouraged to apply. Applications are available from the Planning and Land Services Department at 253-798-2783, at http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/services/citzopp/bds.htm, or e-mail jpark@co.pierce.wa.us.
Council District 1 covers Buckley, Wilkeson, Carbonado, Bonney Lake, Sumner, Edgewood, Milton, South Prairie, Orting and Graham. Council District 7 covers Gig Harbor and Key Peninsula, Fircrest, University Place and Fox Island.
CONTACT: Julia Park, Historic Preservation Officer, 253-798-2783; or Carol Mockridge, Communications Specialist, 253-798-6228.
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Pierce County Community Development Corporation Board
The Pierce County Community Development Corporation is seeking a qualified individual to fill a vacant position on the Board of Directors. Board Members review and approve Resolutions presented for housing and business loans granted under various funding sources administered through Pierce County Community Development Corporation.
The position is open to individuals residing in Pierce County with a minimum of a least three years experience as a Commercial Real Estate Broker and who has an interest in providing affordable housing and to assist businesses in creating jobs for low to-moderate individuals.
For additional information and application forms, please contact Sheree Clark at 253-798-6916 or e-mail at sheree.clark@co.pierce.wa.us , Loan Officer, Pierce County Office of the County Executive, Economic Development Division or Bryan Schmid, Loan Officer, Department of Community Services, Housing Department at 253-798-6909 or e-mail at bschmid@co.pierce.wa.us.
Posted February 4, 2009
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Chemical Dependency Advisory Board
The Pierce County Human Services Department is seeking interested people to fill volunteer positions on the Chemical Dependency Advisory Board. The board assists and advises Pierce County on matters relating to the development and operation of publicly funded substance abuse treatment and prevention services and acts as an advocacy body to promote the interests of recipients of these services.
Positions are open to individuals residing in Pierce County who have an interest in issues related to substance abuse treatment and prevention. Recovered substance abusers are encouraged to apply. The board also welcomes applicants from minority groups, and representatives from the Asian/Pacific Islander and Native American communities are particularly needed at this time.
State law prohibits chemical dependency treatment providers, their employees or board members from serving on the County Chemical Dependency Advisory Board.
For information and application forms, please contact Sue George at 253-798-6102 or e-mail at sgeorge@co.pierce.wa.us , Office Assistant, Chemical Dependency Division, Human Services. Posted January 28, 2009
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Parks and Recreation Citizens' Advisory Board
Concerned about parks and recreation in Pierce County? The Parks and Recreation Citizens' Advisory Board needs your volunteer help. Apply Now!
We are accepting applications to fill vacancies on the Parks and Recreation Citizens' Advisory Board. Applicants should have an interest in a variety of parks and recreation issues and must reside in Pierce County.
This nine-member advisory board meets monthly to advise the Parks & Recreation Department on current issues and strategic planning efforts ranging from recreation programs, maintenance operations and capital projects.
Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of the month beginning at 6:00 p.m. New members serve a four year term.
To apply, send Advisory Board Application to:
Pierce County Parks & Recreation
9112 Lakewood Drive SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
fax (253)798-7461
Contact Jeanette at 253-798-4067 for an application or more information. Posted January 26, 2009
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Allocation Advisory Commission for Prevention Programs
The Allocation Advisory Committee for Prevention Programs seeks volunteers who live in unincorporated areas of Pierce County to help provide programs for the prevention of violence in, among, and to, children and youth. Applications are available at www.piercecountywa.org/VPMember or call the Department of Community Services at 253-798-7205. September 7, 2008
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Community Services Citizens' Advisory Board
The Pierce County Department of Community Services is seeking new members to serve on the Pierce County Citizens Advisory Board. The Board makes recommendations for allocating Community Development Block Grant and Emergency Shelter Grant dollars. Members will have the opportunity to reduce the impact of poverty and homelessness on families and individuals by funding programs which ease these conditions.
In monthly evening meetings, the members of the Citizens Advisory Board determine community needs, prioritize program activities, evaluate funding applications, and make recommendations to the County Council and County Executive on program funding. Staff support is provided by the Department of Community Services.
To volunteer, you may obtain a copy of the application from the Pierce County website at www.piercecountywa.org/CABMember or by calling the Department of Community Services at 253-798-7205.
Posted July 11, 2008
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Lodging Tax Advisory Committee
The Pierce County Department of Community Services is seeking new members to serve on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, an advisory body to Pierce County government on the allocation of taxes collected on lodging in unincorporated Pierce County. The Committee is seeking volunteers who are interested in promoting increased tourism throughout Pierce County.
At monthly meetings, members representing the lodging industry, the tourism industry and the general public encourage and promote activities to increase tourism, evaluate funding applications, and make recommendations to Pierce County government on the allocation of lodging tax dollars.
If you are interested in serving on the Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, you may obtain an application from the Pierce county website at www.piercecountywa.org/LTACMember or by calling the Department of Community Services at 253-798-7205. July 11, 2008
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Noxious Weed Control Board
Pierce County residents are invited to apply for appointment as members of the Pierce County Noxious Weed Control Board. Board members, who have experience in agriculture, horticulture, or related fields, are appointed for four-year terms.
Vacancies on the five-member board vacancies are for Districts 1 and 2. District 1 comprises the northwest section of Pierce County and includes the communities of Gig Harbor, Fox Island, Anderson Island, Ketron Island, Herron Island, Key Peninsula, University Place, Ruston, Fircrest and Tacoma west of Union Ave and South Tacoma Way. District 2 encompasses the southwest section of Pierce County and includes Lakewood, Steilacoom, DuPont, Roy, McKenna, Fort Lewis and McChord Air Force Base.
To receive an application packet or additional information, please contact the program office at 253-798-6273 or 1420 E. 112th St., Tacoma, WA 98445. Posted August 25, 2008
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Pierce County Arts Commission
The Pierce County Department of Community Services is seeking new members to serve on the Pierce County Arts Commission, an advisory body to Pierce County government. The Commission is seeking members interested in advocating on behalf of the arts, artists, and arts organizations throughout Pierce County.
At monthly meetings, Commissioners recommend selections for Percent for Art projects, review applications and make funding recommendations for arts and arts education programs, select recipients of arts recognition awards, and make recommendations on policies to determine allocation of the County?s arts resources. Commissioners may also attend public performances and grant-related events.
If you are interested in participating, you may obtain an application from the Pierce County website at www.piercecountywa.org/PCACMember or you may call the Department of Community Services at 253-798-7205. July 11, 2008
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