Make Your Voice Heard – January 2020 Boards & Commissions

Participate in City Government as a Board or Committee Representative

The City has vacancies in a number of important boards and commissions that need to be filled by Asheville residents interested in helping run our government. If you’re a resident of Asheville, you can apply. And remember, even if you don’t get appointed the first time you try, you can keep your application on file for the next opening.

Unless otherwise stated, the deadline for applications for these openings is Monday, February 3, 2020 at 5 p.m.

Civic Center Commission—Responsibilities include to review and make recommendations on programming goals and objectives for each venue in the Civic Center; develop and make recommendations regarding long range plans for the Civic Center; review and make recommendations on proposals for changes in the fees and charges for use of Civic Center facilities.

Greenway Committee—This vacancy is open until filled. The Committee functions as an advisory board to the Multimodal Transportation Commission and City staff on implementation of a system of greenways within Asheville. The Committee’s role is to function as an advisory committee to the City’s greenway program while educating and engaging the public and advocating for funding. To apply, please visit the Greenway Committee webpage or contact Lucy Crown at [email protected].

Multimodal Transportation Commission—Appointee must demonstrate expertise and interest in the sustainability and development of multimodal transportation. Duties include recommending policies for multimodal transportation planning and assisting with the implementation of best management practices for educating the public on the benefits of multimodal transportation.

Transit Committee—This vacancy is open until filled. The Committee functions as an advisory board to the Multimodal Transportation Commission and to the City staff on matters affecting the transit system and its operation. To apply, visit the Transit webpage and email Marcela Moreno at [email protected] for more information.

Urban Forestry Commission (Tree Commission)—The Commission’s responsibilities include facilitating the planting, growth, and protection of trees within the City and educating the public about their importance to the community’s health and well-being.

Please visit the City’s Boards and Commissions webpage (ashevillenc.gov) or contact the City Clerk’ s Office at (828) 259-5839, or [email protected], for more information.