Posted
For Immediate Release: Monday, May 07, 2012
Per Board of Commissioner procedures, nominations will be solicited for these committees for a six-week period or until the positions are filled. The County Administrative Office will solicit applications from qualified individuals. Staff will keep the Commissioners apprised of applications received and of approaching deadlines.
As specified in the revised "Recruitment, Selection & Appointment Process," there will be an opportunity for the Board to discuss appointments at a worksession prior to scheduling any formal action.
Aging and Veterans Services Advisory Council – 4 vacancies
Description: Planning for future services and reviewing current programs are two key roles for these 17 volunteers. Their community ties and personal or professional familiarity with issues facing seniors and veterans make them an invaluable resource for Washington County Disability, Aging & Veteran Services and the Board of Commissioners. The Council advises the department on policy, programs, and actions affecting the delivery of services and generally serves as an advocate for veterans and the elderly.
No. of Members: 17
Term Length: 2 years
Staff Contact: Janet Long (503) 640-3489
Audit Committee (AC) – 2 vacancies
Description: Independent oversight is critical to the effectiveness of financial statement audits. The Audit Committee monitors audits of the County's finances, in the belief that access to knowledgeable individuals help prevent an excessive reliance on the expertise of the external auditor.
Members: 3
Length of Term: 2 years
Staff Contact: Mary Gruss (503) 846-8606
Board of Property Tax Appeals (BPTA) – 5 vacancies
Description: The Board of Property Tax Appeals was established by state law to consider taxpayer petitions challenging assessed value determined by the County Assessor, review the annual Ratio Study and recommend valuation adjustments, and examine the assessment roll for needed corrections. The Board also considers requests to excuse penalties assessed for the late filing of real and personal property returns.
Members: 6
Length of Term: 1 year
Staff Contact: Joe Nelson (503) 846-8871
Budget Committee (BC) – 2 vacancies
Description: Reviews the proposed County budget submitted by the budget officer each fiscal year.
Members: 5
Length of Term: 3 years
Staff Contact: Mary Gruss (503) 846-8606
Commission on Children and Families (CCF) – 2 vacancies
Description: The Washington County Commission on Children and Families is part of a statewide network of commissions. The State Commission sets broad policy direction and determines county allocations. Each local county commission on children and families must, by statute, unite diverse community partners in the creation of a comprehensive plan for children and families. In addition to recommending funding for key services for children and families, the Commission administers a small grants fund to support the development of assets in the community.
Members: 15
Length of Term: 4 years
Staff Contact: Diana Stotz (503) 846-4539
Enhanced Sheriff's Patrol District Budget Committee (ESPDBC) – 2 vacancies
Description: Reviews the proposed budget developed for the Enhanced Sheriff's Patrol District in unincorporated Washington County. Members: 5
Length of Term: 3 years
Staff Contact: Mary Gruss (503) 846-8606
Farm Board of Review (FARM) – 1 vacancy
Description:The Farm Board of Review is an advisory panel to the County Assessor. The Board meets once each year to inform the assessor regarding farm land rents and other information pertaining to the valuation of farmland for property taxation as provided by Oregon law.
Members: 2
Length of Term: 2 years
Staff Contact: Steve Harris (503) 846-8826
Metzger Park Advisory Board (MPAB) – 4 vacancies
Description: Maintains a proud tradition of overseeing the only park in the County supported through a Local Improvement District. The Board plans and helps with park maintenance needs, deals with the administrative issues involved in running an active urban park. Members: 9 who own property within the Metzger Park Local Improvement District.
Length of Term: 3 years
Staff Contact: Candice Musso (503) 359-5732
Park and Recreation Advisory Board (PRAB) – 3 vacancies
Description: Provides advice on the maintenance, operations, and capital development needs of County parks, including Scoggins Valley Park/Henry Hagg Lake.
Members: 9
Length of Term: 3 years
Staff Contact: Candice Musso (503) 359-5732
Planning Commission (PC) – 4 vacancies
Description:These nine appointed volunteers advise the Board of County Commissioners on land use and transportation planning issues. They conduct public hearings, make final decisions on some changes to land use plans, and convey recommendations to the Board on comprehensive plan and community development ordinances.
Members: 9
Length of Term: 4 years
Staff Contact: Paul Schaefer (503) 846-3519
Urban Roads Maintenance District Budget Committee (URMDBC) – 2 vacancies
Description: Reviews the proposed budget developed for the Urban Roads Maintenance District in unincorporated Washington County. Members: 5
Length of Term: 3 years
Staff Contact: Mary Gruss (503) 846-8606
West Slope Community Library Advisory Board – 3 vacancies
Description: Advises on library policy in matters of hiring, budget, materials selection, hours of service. Assists with fund raising and volunteer program. Recommends representation for library to the WCCLS Executive Board.
Members: Five members who are registered users of the West Slope Library
Length of Term: 3 years
Staff Contact: Eva Calcagno (503) 846-3222
The application deadline is May 29, 2012 or open until all vacancies are filled. Applications may be obtained by visiting the Boards and Commissions website.
Boards, committees and commissions advise the Board of Commissioners on matters of interest to people who live and work in Washington County. Committees themselves do not pass ordinances or establish policy; their purpose is to study issues and make recommendations. Commission members are volunteers appointed by the County Board of Commissioners. In many cases, members must be residents of Washington County. Serving on an appointed board or commission is a great way for Washington County residents to participate in decisions that affect them and to learn more about how local government works.
Media Contact:
Ana Noyola, Sr. Administrative Specialist(503) 846-2940
[email protected]