City seeks volunteers to fill boards and commissions

North Liberty needs you! You can make a difference in many aspects of community development. On July 1, each year, new terms begin on the following boards and commissions. You are invited to take this opportunity to volunteer your time to serve on any one of the following. Applications are available at the City Administration building at 3 Quail Creek Circle or online, and must be turned in by May 22, 2015. The City Council will make appointments at their June 23, 2014 meeting for terms that will begin on July 1. (You can download a PDF of the application here.)
Iowa State Code requires that cities have gender balance on all boards and commissions. With appointments and reappointments, gender balance will be considered. Applicants must be 18 years old and a legal resident of the City.
Boards and commissions with expiring terms are: Planning and Zoning Commission (2 positions), Board of Adjustment, Parks & Recreation Commission (3 positions), Tree and Storm Water Advisory, Library Board (2 positions), Telecommunications (2 positions), Cemetery Board, Board of Appeals (2 positions)
Planning & Zoning Commission
This advisory board makes recommendations to the city council regarding requests for annexation, zoning, amendments to the Comprehensive Plan, subdivision plats and commercial site plans.  The Planning & Zoning Commission assists in determining how North Liberty will grow and how land is utilized.  The Commission meets on the first Tuesday of each month. Appointments are for three years.
Board of Adjustment
The Board of Adjustment hears and decides appeals for building permit approval when a permit has been denied because of non-compliance with certain requirements of the zoning code.  This Board meets only when an appeal has been filed. Appointments are for a five year term.
Board of Appeals
The Board of Appeals hears and decides appeals to decisions made by the code official in the enforcement or interpretation of the building code.  This Board meets only when an appeal has been filed. Appointments are for a three year term.
Park & Recreation Commission
The Park and Recreation Commission plans for the continuing development of parks and recreation facilities in North Liberty.  They also set policies for operation of those facilities.  This Commission meets monthly. Appointments are for a three year term.
Library Board of Trustees
The Library Board of Trustees oversees and sets policies for the operation of the North Liberty Community Library.  The Board meets once each month. Appointments are for a three year term.
Tree and Storm Water Advisory Board
The Tree Board studies, plans, advises and recommends actions necessary for the care, preservation, pruning, planting, or removal of trees, shrubs and plants in City parks, along streets and in other public areas.  The Tree Board meets quarterly. Appointments are for a three year term.
Telecommunications Commission
The Telecommunications Commission oversees the development and enforcement of the telecommunications ordinance and acts as a liaison between the cable provider and local subscribers.  They also set policy for the local access television channel.  The Commission meets quarterly. Appointments are for a three year term.

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