City of Davis

March 12, 2009 – City of Davis Commission Recruitments

Contact:

• Zoe Mirabile
• 757-5648
• zmirabile@cityofdavis.org

The City of Davis is looking for volunteers to serve as members of the following commissions:

• Finance and Budget (2 regular vacancies)
• Historical Resources Management (1 alternate vacancy)
• Safety and Parking Advisory (2 regular vacancies & 1 alternate vacancy)
• Senior Citizens (1 regular vacancy)
• Telecommunications (1 alternate vacancy)

By serving on a city commission, you can participate in local government and help plan the future of Davis. Commissions serve as a conduit for citizen input – a way of gathering, analyzing and recommending options to the City Council. Commissions provide an important avenue for determining the community’s feelings about an issue and extending the reach of the democratic process. Individuals who serve on the city’s commissions are among the most respected and appreciated volunteers in the community. A great deal of personal satisfaction, knowledge and experience may be gained through service to your community.

If you are interested in serving on a commission and are a resident of Davis, please fill out an application. Applications may be picked up at the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 23 Russell Boulevard, Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., downloaded at www.cityofdavis.org/cmo/commapp.cfm, or call 757-5648 and an application will be mailed to you. Feel free to include a resume or other information to help the City Council in the selection process. Submitted applications are considered public information. Applications will be submitted to City Council for appointment at a regular Council meeting; appointments are tentatively scheduled for April 14, 2008.

Application deadline: April 6, 2009

Application deadlines are established to allow City Council time to review the applications thoroughly. No late applications will be submitted to City Council.

FINANCE AND BUDGET COMMISSION

The Finance and Budget Commission advises the City Council on financial and economic issues such as review of the city’s financial structure, comparative analysis of tax burdens in Davis compared to other communities, redevelopment, and promotion of increased understanding of the city budget. Meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m., Community Chambers, 23 Russell Boulevard.

HISTORICAL RESOURCES MANAGEMENT COMMISSION

The Historical Resources Management Commission advises City Council on matters pertaining to historical resources, maintains an inventory of historical resources, recommends the designation of historical resources and reviews applications for alteration permits for historical structures. In order for the Commission to comply with Certified Local Government Guidelines, the Commission is recruiting applicants with special interest, competence, experience or knowledge in historic preservation and the cultural heritage of Davis and professional qualifications in such fields as the following: architecture, history, architectural history, prehistoric and historic archeology, urban planning, law, real estate, folklore, museum curation, conservation, landscape architecture, American studies and cultural geography. Meetings are held on the third Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m., Hattie Weber Museum, 445 C Street.

SAFETY AND PARKING ADVISORY COMMISSION

The Safety Advisory Commission advises the City Council on ways to improve existing accident prevention programs or implement new programs in order to reduce untimely deaths, crippling injuries and economic losses caused by traffic accidents. The Commission reviews and makes recommendations on traffic safety proposals and parking issues, including such items as speed limits and appropriate regulatory warning devices. Meets the first Thursday of each month at 5:00 p.m., Community Chambers, 23 Russell Boulevard.

SENIOR CITIZENS COMMISSION

The Senior Citizens Commission advises City Council on all matters relating to policies and programs which will serve senior citizens in the community. The Commission identifies needs of the aging, creates citizen awareness programs, and explores improved standards of services. Meets the second Thursday of each month at 2:30 p.m., Davis Senior Citizens Center Game Room, 646 A Street.

TELECOMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION

The Telecommunications Commission reports to the City Council and community telecommunication partners regarding the use of cable, internet and media resources. Activities include monitoring pending legislation, rulings and court opinions which seek to limit the city’s right to manage local rights-of-way; monitoring the roll-out and implementation of the Institutional Network in Davis; acting as the city’s liaison in the city’s partnership in community media center projects; and recommending actions regarding the use of cable resources. Meets the first Wednesday of each month at 3:00 p.m., City Training Room, 600 A Street.